alcohol,category,country,description,designation,price,rating,region,subregion,subsubregion,title,url,varietal,vintage,winery
14,Red,Spain,"Seductive like a trap, meaning the nose is lush and full of bacon, cola and blackberry, yet the palate is tannic and shows some serious teeth. The fruit is bold and ripe, and the structure dictates that it be drunk with hearty foods like steak, lamb or burgers.",,36,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arrocal 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrocal-2004-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Arrocal
14.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is on Atlas Peak. Modern winemaking has softened the tannins, while long hangtime steers the fruit towards ultraripe cherries and chocolate. It's a flashy wine with lots of new French oak, meant to impress, but it may pall after a few sips.",Mountainside Vineyards,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Erba 2003 Mountainside Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erba-2003-mountainside-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Erba
,Red,US,"Has true varietal spice, something we don't always see in bargain-priced Syrah. White pepper notes lead, backed by superripe blueberries and dried spices. Does seem a wee bit tart.",Limited Release Stepmaker's,14,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Limited Release Stepmaker's Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-limited-release-stepmakers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2004,Concannon
13.5,Red,Spain,"is a nice wine that's at peak maturity. The nose offers an old-time blend of cinnamon and dried fruit, while the palate has a good feel and lively raspberry and vanilla flavors. A more traditionally styled wine that's ready to drink now.",Reserva,26,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,San Gabriel 2001 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-gabriel-2001-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,San Gabriel
14.5,Red,Spain,"Alongside open, hefty berry aromas are bramble and toasted oak notes. The palate pushes pure cherry and plum flavors, while the toasty back end finishes with chocolate and espresso. A perfectly good wine with medium tannins and depth.",Vendimia Seleccionada,21,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Casajús 2005 Vendimia Seleccionada  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casajus-2005-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Casajús
13.5,White,US,"Pretty good everyday Chard, with a lemon twist and datenut bread edge to the peaches and cream flavors. Finishes with a touch of honeyed sweetness.",,14,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Clos du Bois 2005 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2005-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Clos du Bois
13.5,White,US,"This isn't the most sophisticated wine out there, but at this price, it's not bad. Semidry and smooth in texture, it has modest peach and smoky oak flavors that will satisfy Chard fans.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cycles Gladiator 2005 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2005-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Cycles Gladiator
14.5,Red,Spain,"Heavy fruit in the form of raisin controls the nose, while cranberry and rhubarb flavors anchor a surprisingly tart, red-fruit driven palate. Not sour per se, because there is core sweetness, but it just seems rough, snappy and sharp throughout.",Tamiz Joven,15,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Reyes 2004 Tamiz Joven  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-reyes-2004-tamiz-joven-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Reyes
14.5,White,US,"Spectacularly ripe, showing an explosion of near-perfect fruit and smoky oak, balanced by crisply elegant acidity. Among the top ranks of Carneros Chards, the wine comes from manicured, low-yielding vines that, in this warm vintage, offer pineapple custard, lemon meringue, kiwi, crème brûlée and vanilla spice flavors. There's something keenly firm and stony in the finish.",Hudson Vineyard,58,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ramey 2004 Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramey-2004-hudson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Ramey
13,Dessert,Austria,"The acidity is still here in this now-mature wine, keeping it lively while all the flavors swirl around. Pepper and richness combine, while the sweetness has given way to intense power and concentration. Flavors of toast and dark toffee leave a rich, almost dry aftertaste.",Pinot Cuvée Ruster Ausbruch,48,93,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Feiler-Artinger 1998 Pinot Cuvée Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-1998-pinot-cuvee-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland-66265/,White Blend,1998,Feiler-Artinger
13.6,Red,US,"What a fine, elegant Cab. It's not a blockbuster, the kind of Cab designed to impress through sheer size, but one designed for the upscale table. Elegant and refined, it shows ripe currant, carob and oak flavors wrapped in soft, intricate tannins. Drink now–2012.",,39,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Frog's Leap
14.6,Red,US,"Oh what a nice young Cabernet this is. With lots of new French oak, it shows a beautifully balanced, elegant opulence. The fruit is impeccably ripe, all blackberries and cassis, and the all-important tannins are softly ripe and sweet. You could open it now, but it should develop additional bottle complexity after 2007.",,50,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Raymond 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Raymond
,Red,US,"The wine opens with dense, fragrant, supple scents of slate, cassis and mulberry. Slightly reductive, it's a wine that needs decanting. This is consistent with past vintages, nicely detailed with mineral and fine grained tannins resolving into flavors of lightly roasted coffee.",Artist's Series #4,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2004 Artist's Series #4 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2004-artists-series-4-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Soos Creek
13.5,Red,US,"Grown on the Sonoma side of the appellation, in one of the coolest, windiest parts, this is quite simply a delicious Syrah. The grapes achieved perfect ripeness, yielding immense blackberry jam, cherry, chocolate, tangerine zest, coffee and gingersnap cookie flavors. Yet that coastal acidity is there, scrubbing and cleansing the palate.",,35,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2004 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2004,Saintsbury
14.7,Red,US,"While this gorgeous Cab shows a ripe approachability that makes it instantly drinkable, it also has a tannicly closed element that suggests aging. A fine steak will pair beautifully with the wine's tannins, acids and blackberry fruit, and you don't want to hang onto it too long. But in the next six years this wine will change in interesting ways.",,50,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Raymond 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Raymond
14.5,White,US,"This shows the ripe tropical fruit of a fine vintage, yet maintains the keen citrusy acidity that makes this vineyard's Chards so balanced and ageworthy. Beneath the pineapple marmalade, apricot and caramelly oak flavors is a rich, flinty minerality that cries out for lobster.",,42,92,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mer Soleil 2004 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mer-soleil-2004-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Mer Soleil
13.5,Red,Italy,"Enologist Vittorio Fiore has crafted a very distinctive wine with a vibrant ruby color, nice concentration and full-force aromas of blueberry, chocolate and smoked bacon. But what won me over was an elegant and precise point of white mineral or chalk that appears on the nose. It ages for 44 months and is succulent and chewy with firm tannins. Drink after 2008.",Il Carbonaione,60,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Scalette 2003 Il Carbonaione Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-scalette-2003-il-carbonaione-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Poggio Scalette
14.6,Red,US,"Fresh in primary fruit, jammy blackberry and cherry flavors, with a keen streak of acidity, and an overall sense of balance and complexity. Although this wine has no history of aging, it seems to have everything it needs to develop. Try from 2008–2014.",Giovanna-Jeanette Bien Nacido Vineyards,80,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Nonno Zito 2002 Giovanna-Jeanette Bien Nacido Vineyards Nebbiolo (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nonno-zito-2002-giovanna-jeanette-bien-nacido-nebbiolo-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Nebbiolo,2002,Nonno Zito
14.2,Red,US,"Silverado's estate 2003 Cab is a worthy followup to their '02. So classy, only Napa makes Cabs this balanced, rich and ageworthy, and this one from Stags Leap defines Tchelistcheff's description of an iron fist in a velvet glove. Great now, although young, and will age effortlessly for at least 10 years, probably longer.",Solo,75,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Silverado 2003 Solo Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2003-solo-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Silverado
13.5,Red,Italy,"Brunello di Montalcino is celebrated for its amazing capacity to age gracefully. This Riserva has done just that and pours beautifully: Blackberry, espresso, licorice, tar and cola are integrated seamlessly with vanilla, toast and campfire tones. It is velvety, yet firm in the mouth with a long, long licorice-driven finish.",Riserva,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 1999 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-1999-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1999,Tenuta Vitanza
14.5,White,US,"Tasted alongside Ramey's Hudson bottling, this one's distinctly different, a softer, creamier, fleshier wine, but no less compelling. From the Napa side of the appellation, the wine is fat and oily in peach custard, butter-and-Cognac-sautéed pineapple and vanilla bean flavors, and while the charred oak is notable, it's fully in keeping with the wine's power.",Hyde Vineyard,58,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ramey 2004 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramey-2004-hyde-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Ramey
14.7,Red,US,"This is the first release of this designation. The vintage was warm and ripe, and the vineyard is hard by the Sonoma border but in Napa. It's an interesting wine. It shows the power and intensity of low-yielding vines, with explosive blackberry and cherry flavors, but maintains the silky elegance you want in Pinot.",Deer Camp Estate,60,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2004 Deer Camp Estate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2004-deer-camp-estate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Etude
15,Red,US,"One of the later-released Cabs from the excellent '02 vintage, this 100% Cabernet bottling, which comes from the winery's vineyard near Calistoga, is ultraripe, yet firm and balanced. It's showing beautifully now, with its wealth of blackberry, cherry, mushu sauce and cocoa flavors, but has the inherent balance for moderate, and possibly longterm, aging.",Palisades Vineyard,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2002 Palisades Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2002-palisades-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Clos Pegase
14.5,White,US,"Silhouette typically is held back a little longer than most Chards, which seems to soften it slightly. Still, the '03 is as fresh and pure in fruit as a young wine. It brims with ripe green apple butter, pineapple custard, butterscotch and spicy rum flavors that are well-oaked, and has none of the herbaceousness that often marks Napa Valley Chardonnay. Drink now–2009.",Silhouette,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2003 Silhouette Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-silhouette-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Merryvale
14.8,Red,US,"With one-third of Merlot and Cab Franc, it's wildly rich in blackberry, currant, blueberry, cherry and milk chocolate, but is no mere fruit bomb. Possesses the gorgeously ripe tannins and overall balance you expect from a Cab of this pedigree and price. Drink now, and should hold and improve for 10 years.",CE2V Meritage Red Wine,100,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cosentino 2003 CE2V Meritage Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2003-ce2v-meritage-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Cosentino
13,Dessert,Austria,"The acidity is still there in this now-mature wine, keeping it lively while all the mature flavors swirl around. Pepper and richness combine, while sweetness has lost to intense power and concentration. There is a flavor of toast, of dark toffee leaving a rich, almost dry aftertaste.",Pinot Cuvée Ruster Ausbruch,40,93,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Feiler-Artinger 1998 Pinot Cuvée Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-1998-pinot-cuvee-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,1998,Feiler-Artinger
14.5,Red,US,"Merryvale's Profile has been one of the most reliable Bordeaux blends for a long time, and the '03, which is mainly Cab Sauvignon, is a very fine expression of the house style. A blend of impressive vineyards, it's opulent in black currant flavors, and is most notable for its softly elegant balance. It's the kind of wine that will dazzle even people who say they don't like reds. Best now–2011 or so.",Profile,95,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2003 Profile Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-profile-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Merryvale
16.8,Red,US,"Dry Creek Zins can be rustic, but not this one, which is closer in style to cult Napa Cabernet in the lush, soft, appealing mouthfeel and ripe flavors. It's enormously high in alcohol, (16.8%) but feels smooth, soft and polished, with raspberry-infused chocolate truffle flavors and Zin's zesty dusting of spicebox. Absolutely delicious.",Reserve,38,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2004 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2004-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Wilson
14.3,Red,US,"This is one of those superripe, superopulent, superfancy reds that makes tasters stop and pause. A volouptuous wine, so ripe in cassis, cherry and chocolate truffle, so smooth in tannins, yet balanced. This is truly New World winemaking at its most profound, but a bit obvious. Drink now–2010, at least.",Red Wine,175,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amuse Bouche 2004 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amuse-bouche-2004-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Amuse Bouche
13.9,Red,US,"Ambullneo's most expensive Pinot has a statewide appellation, but they pride themselves as masters of blending. This wine, from their portions of vineyards in Solomon Hills, Bien Nacido, Hyde and Hudson, is eloquent. It's big, rich and flamboyant, almost Rhône-like, with cherry and raspberry pie-filling flavors, and the caramelized new oak that so spicily supports it. Has the volume and upscale complexity to accompany the best dishes, and should improve for five years.",Canis Major,95,93,California,California Other,California,Ambullneo 2005 Canis Major Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambullneo-2005-canis-major-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ambullneo
13.9,White,US,"Another beautiful wine from Gainey, a great producer whose Sauvignon Blanc comes from one of the best terroirs for that variety in California. The aroma is so invitingly rich in lemongrass, pineapple zest, Key lime pie and coconut macaroon that you almost fear it won't follow up in the mouth, but it does. Bone dry, rich, zesty and clean, it seems to have benefited from the coolness of the vintage, in the way the beautifully ripe fruit is accented by crisp, flinty acidity. This is gorgeous, world-class Sauvignon Blanc.",Limited Selection,20,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2005 Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2005-limited-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Gainey
11.5,Dessert,Austria,"There's great depth to this wine. It is sweet, yes, but the range of fruits—from apricot to white pears to orange peel—and the weight and richness give it great intensity of flavor. In 10 years, this will be even better.",Pinot Cuvée Ruster Ausbruch,40,93,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2004 Pinot Cuvée Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2004-pinot-cuvee-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2004,Feiler-Artinger
14,Red,Australia,"Readers fortunate enough to latch onto a bottle of the fewer than 300 imported to the U.S. will find themselves with a super bottle of Shiraz that manages to deliver great flavor intensity without relying on excessive weight. Notes of cracked black pepper and herbal nuances add complexity to the liquorous blackberry aromas, building in spicy intensity through the anise-inflected finish. Approachable now, but should drink well through at least 2015.",Hill of Grace Vineyard,400,93,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Henschke 2001 Hill of Grace Vineyard Shiraz (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2001-hill-grace-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-eden-valley/,Shiraz,2001,Henschke
,White,US,"Poet's Leap was the first wine to be released under the Long Shadows portfolio, and this 2005 is clearly its best yet. Old-vine Riesling from Dionysus and Weinbau form the core of the wine, which is immaculate, rich and generous. The fruits sound like a county fair in summer—melon, stone fruits, citrus, honey—and the mix of residual sugar (about 1.6%) and racy acids is thrillingly on target.",,20,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Poet's Leap 2005 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poets-leap-2005-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Poet's Leap
10.5,Dessert,Austria,"Ten years of aging lends great maturity and authority to this impressive wine. The honey stays and toffee flavors arrive as the fruit disappears. This is all about richness and concentration, a syrupy smoothness and softness, but still sustained by some acidity.",Chardonnay Welschriesling Trockenbeerenauslese,83,93,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Kollwentz 1996 Chardonnay Welschriesling Trockenbeerenauslese White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kollwentz-1996-chardonnay-welschriesling-trockenbeerenauslese-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,1996,Kollwentz
14.4,Red,US,"Always decadently opulent in blackberry, currant and chocolate fudge, the '03 seems softer than past vintages, and while it's probably not an ager, it impresses now. It may come from Howell Mountain, but the tannins are as melted as butter on toast. The winemaker suggests steak barbecued in olive oil and rosemary, an assessment I would not argue with.",Rancho Del Oso,75,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Sbragia 2003 Rancho Del Oso Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2003-rancho-oso-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sbragia
14.3,Red,US,"This is one of the larger, more imponderable Pinots I've tasted this year, meaning that it has the heft of something from the Rhône, perhaps a Grenache, although it never loses Pinot's silkiness. It's tremendous and forward in jammy cherries, raspberries and cola, and while it's dry, it has the sweet finish of an extremely ripe wine. Enormously complicated, it's an eccentric Pinot, but one you'll probably reach for again and again. From the esteemed Hyde and Hudson vineyards.",Mastiff,80,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ambullneo 2005 Mastiff Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambullneo-2005-mastiff-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ambullneo
9.1,Dessert,US,"Tears of Dew has established itself as one of the leading white dessert wines in California, and the '05 is nobly in that tradition, although it's not quite up to the astonishing opulence of '04. Very sweet and well acidified, it has delicious apricot liqueur, orange marmalade and vanilla cream flavors and   a long, complex finish. Just gorgeous.",Tears of Dew Late Harvest,22,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2005 Tears of Dew Late Harvest Moscato (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2005-tears-dew-late-harvest-muscat-moscato-central-coast-paso-robles/,Moscato,2005,EOS
14.4,Red,US,"This is the second vintage Sbragia has accessed this vineyard. The result is a spectacular 100% Cabernet, stunning now but cellar-worthy. It's a big wine, decadent in cassis and milk chocolate fruit that's massively oaked and ample in tannins, but somehow it all pulls together to make for balance and harmony. Should hold and improve through 2015, at least.",Monte Rosso,50,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sbragia 2003 Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2003-monte-rosso-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sbragia
,Red,US,"I quickly run out of superlatives for this spectacular wine. It is satiny and saturated with pure, clean Syrah flavors, the fruit dancing from plum to   mulberry to pie cherry, laced with smoke and white pepper. Fine grained tannins ride the finish, which continues to send up little spice flares as it lingers in the back of the throat. This is a wine anyone would be proud to call their own.",Boushey Vineyard,36,94,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2004 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2004-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Coeur d'Alene
10,Dessert,Austria,"With their generic Ruster Ausbruch, Kurt and Hans Feiler are able to make fascinating blends, such as this combination of Chardonnay, Neuburger, Weissburgunder and Welschriesling. With this mix, and after more than 5 years, this is a wine that doesn't show fruit as much as richness. It is creamy and opulent, showing some spice; still young at heart, with dry botrytis and honey on the finish.",Ruster Ausbruch,45,94,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2001 Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2001-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2001,Feiler-Artinger
9,Dessert,Austria,"This blend of Furmint and Gelber Muskateller—the traditional blend for Ruster Ausbruch—is a refreshingly delicate wine, showing delicious apricot freshness as well as the proper honeyed touch. The acidity powers through the wine, promising great aging potential as well as making it delicious to drink now.",Saz Ruster Ausbruch,87,94,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Wenzel 2004 Saz Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wenzel-2004-saz-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2004,Wenzel
14.5,Red,US,"This is one to think about for its complex nature that changes by the moment. On the surface, it's soft and ripe, with an explosion of cherry pie, strawberry, cola and mocha flavors enriched with the vanilla and smoky caramel of new oak. Yet every sip as it warms in the glass reveals another layer. Gorgeously textured, right up there with the best.",Brown Ranch,60,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2004 Brown Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2004-brown-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Saintsbury
14.9,Red,US,"Yes, it's a lot of money for a bottle of wine, and yes, it's stunning. From the famous Philippe Melka, this 100% Cab pours inky black, and smells dramatically oaked. No surprise that it's 100% new French barrels. But the underlying wine is massive in blackberry, cherry, mocha, lavender and thyme, just gigantically proportioned, and easily able to handle all that wood. Beautiful now, it's a keeper. Drink now–2018.",,195,95,California,Napa,St. Helena,Vineyard 29 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-29-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vineyard 29
15.1,White,US,"Massive, complex, with amazing depth, an opulent, voluptuous wine of tremendous power and authority. It's so beautiful now, you almost hesitate to cellar it, but these Hanzell Chards are built for the long haul. Positively volcanic in tropical fruit and toasty new oak, with a honeyed, caramel finish. Absolutely stunning.",,65,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Hanzell
14.5,Red,US,"Most of the grapes came from the Annapolis Vineyard, with some from Seascape. While the vintage was cool, it gave incredibly long hangtime. Dry, crisp and delicate, the wine has a silky voluptuousness that makes it irresistible, with pie-filling cherry and black raspberry flavors finished with Asian spice. New French oak adds toast and vanilla sweetness. It's expensive, but still a bargain.",Land's Edge Vineyards,45,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hartford Court 2005 Land's Edge Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-court-2005-lands-edge-vineyards-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Hartford Court
14.9,Red,US,"This shows crisp acids and fine balance. It's huge in blackberry and cherry fruit, but has the structural integrity and finesse that, quite simply, make it a very great Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now–2015.",Graveyard Hill Vineyard,60,96,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2002 Graveyard Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2002-graveyard-hill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Clos Pegase
9,Dessert,Austria,"This is the pinnacle of sweet wines at Feiler-Artinger. The name is right—it is the essence of all great sweet wines in one bottle. It is one of those wines whose taste lingers, but along the way, there is the most delicious wild flower honey, figs, pineapple, peach and nuts. They are beautifully woven together into a very complete wine, which needs only one thing: aging.",Ruster Ausbruch Essenz,58,96,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2004 Ruster Ausbruch Essenz White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2004-ruster-ausbruch-essenz-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2004,Feiler-Artinger
13.8,Red,US,"The first thoughts on this wine are how young it is, and how much potential it shows. The immaturity lies in the primary fruit, acidic character, like a big gulp of fruity cola. But the wine's awesome future is in its vast complexity and balance, and the way it dominates the palate and lasts and lasts. A blend of several vineyards, it's high in acidity, with massive cherry, pomegranate, rhubarb preserve, licorice, earthy mushroom and cedar flavors. So balanced and dry, so elegant and powerful, so silky and complex, it is quite simply a very great Pinot Noir, and an early indication that the vintage on the far Sonoma Coast may be the greatest ever. Tasted twice.",Maritime Vineyard,52,98,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2005 Maritime Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2005-maritime-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,W.H. Smith
14,Red,US,"This wine is from John Schwartz, who partners with Heidi Peterson Barrett to make Amuse Bouche. For Coup de Foudre, he has paired with Danielle Price, MS, and wine director at Wynn Las Vegas, to produce this stunning Cabernet, which contains 12% Syrah. Grown in a 5-acre Stags Leap District vineyard, it shows stunning levels of blackberry and chocolate fruit enhanced with waves of smoky oak. Yet somehow, for all the opulence and power, there's an almost weightless elegance to the wine. Sometimes cult Cabs can lack restraint, be too obvious. This one teases with richness, then pulls back under a velvety cover of tannin. A major debut.",,75,98,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Coup de Foudre 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coup-foudre-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Coup de Foudre
14,Red,Spain,"A sweet, clumsy wine with gumball aromas in front of a funky palate that deals hints of vinegar and olives along with candied fruit flavors. Not a very good wine but drinkable.",,,80,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Gormaz 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-gormaz-2004-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Viña Gormaz
14.8,Red,US,Nasty. Hits the mouth with astringent green flavors and turns harsher and more bitter on the finish.,,24,80,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Harvest Moon 2004 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harvest-moon-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Harvest Moon
14,Red,Spain,"Flat, murky and mildly vegetal on the nose, and no matter how many times you swirl and sniff that's what comes out of it. Bottom line: it's a stewy, pruny Tempranillo with baked flavors and hard tannins.",y Llanahermosa,36,81,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montecastro 2003 y Llanahermosa  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecastro-2003-llanahermosa-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Montecastro
14.4,Red,Spain,"There's really no good reason why a reserva from such a fine year like 2001 should be so thin and tart. But in this case, that's what we're dealing with. The nose offers earth, tobacco and red fruit aromas, but the palate is all acid and in the end everything seems stripped down and sour. Imported by Dana Importers, Inc.",Reserva,35,81,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2001 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2001-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,Pradorey
13,Red,Germany,"This lightweight Pinot could use a larger helping of fruit. There's plenty of the earthy complexity you want in Pinot Noir—smoke, earth, beet root, mushrooms—but it all fades quickly, turning dull, with drying tannins on the finish.",,18,81,Baden,,,Fischer 2004 Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fischer-2004-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2004,Fischer
14.9,Red,US,"Smells like cheap Port, tastes harsh and aggressive, with cherry cough medicine flavors.",Regan Vineyards,20,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2004 Regan Vineyards Dolcetto (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2004-regan-italian-red-dolcetto-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Dolcetto,2004,Bargetto
14.2,Red,US,"Soft, ripe and rustic, with cherry, cola and chocolate flavors that finish with a medicinal, sugary sweetness.",Estate,23,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2004 Estate Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2004-estate-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2004,Clautiere
13.9,Red,US,"After five-plus years, this is not a very likeable wine. It's heavy and harsh, with a jagged mouthfeel framing sweet-and-sour cherry LifeSaver candy flavors.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2001 Dolcetto (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2001-italian-red-dolcetto-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Dolcetto,2001,Pietra Santa
13.5,Red,Germany,"Excessively woody, with powerful smoke and cedar notes that cover modest beet flavors. The bouquet features additional oak-derived scents of vanilla and an odd, marzipan-like quality. Oak fans will think this wine's been underrated.",Blauer Trocken,24,82,Pfalz,,,Knipser 2004 Blauer Trocken Spätburgunder (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knipser-2004-blauer-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-pfalz/,Spätburgunder,2004,Knipser
15.1,Red,US,"This tastes hot, soft and baked, with stewed berry and dried herb flavors. The finish is tannic and astringent. It's okay for everyday, but a major letdown from the '03.",Pitts Home Ranch Estate,32,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Harvest Moon 2004 Pitts Home Ranch Estate Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harvest-moon-2004-pitts-home-ranch-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Harvest Moon
13.5,Red,Australia,"Lacks fruit intensity and weight, instead offering up rather earthy, root beer-like scents and only modest cherry flavor.",,25,82,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Stonier 2005 Pinot Noir (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonier-2005-pinot-noir-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2005,Stonier
15.5,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with sweetened cherry candy flavors. The finish is hot in alcohol.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2002 Zinfandel (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2002-zinfandel-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Pietra Santa
14.5,White,US,"Not a real success for this often good bottling, spoiled by a taste of burnt wood. The oak doesn't taste quite natural; like something synthetic, almost medicinal.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve,15,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2005 Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2005-bien-nacido-vineyard-grand-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Villa Mt. Eden
14.2,White,US,"With too much oak and too sweet fruit, the result is an unbalanced Chardonnay. It tastes like LifeSaver lemon candies cooked into a baked Alaska dessert.",Vanumanutagi Vineyard,30,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Fernwood 2005 Vanumanutagi Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernwood-2005-vanumanutagi-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2005,Fernwood
15.1,Red,US,". I loved the winery's '04 Lily Hill Zin, but not this wine, because Zin can tolerate heat a lot better than Syrah. This wine is stewed and soft, with coffee flavors that taste artificially sweetened.",Lily Hill Estate,38,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2004 Lily Hill Estate Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2004-lily-hill-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2004,Bella
13.7,Red,US,"Shows a burnt edge that's either from the wood or from berries that baked under the sun; probably both. There's a charred, overripe raisin taste. This country-style wine lacks elegance and balance.",Feliz Vineyard,25,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2004 Feliz Vineyard Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2004-feliz-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,2004,Brutocao
11.5,White,South Africa,"This has some delicious heft in the nose, with all of the tropical, citric notes desired in a Sauv Blanc, but on the palate it's clunky. The mouthfeel is overly viscous, weighing down the lively flavors beneath. Needs more complexity, but at the same time, a lighter touch.",Idube,8,82,Swartland,,,Cape Collection 2005 Idube Sauvignon Blanc (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-collection-2005-idube-sauvignon-blanc-swartland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Cape Collection
13.5,Red,US,"This tastes so fresh and sharp, it's almost still fermenting. Really too green and harsh to recommend.",,6,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2005 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2005-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2005,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi
13.2,White,US,"A clumsy wine. It's semisweet in vanilla and lemon yogurt flavors, and soft, with a funky, soiled finish.",Vin de Terroir,30,82,California,Sierra Foothills,North Yuba,Renaissance 2005 Vin de Terroir Viognier (North Yuba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renaissance-2005-vin-terroir-viognier-sierra-foothills-north-yuba/,Viognier,2005,Renaissance
14.2,White,US,"A sweet edge of sugar lines the fruit on this Chard, making the tangerine, peach, pineapple and oak flavors taste more like a dessert wine than of a dry table wine. In its favor, the wine is crisp and clean.",,17,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2005 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,DeLorimier
13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells a lot like a pot of baked beans, meaning it's not that fresh and probably too earthy for most tastes. The palate offers mostly cherry tomato and green herbs on top of dried cherry, while the finish, which has a good feel to it, tastes too much like tomato.",Roble,20,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdrinal 2002 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdrinal-2002-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2002,Valdrinal
13.3,Red,US,"Harsh and raw, this 100% Cab has some decent cherry-berry flavors. But it's tough in tannins, with a rustic finish that's not likely to age out.",,16,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Three Families 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-families-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Three Families
15.5,White,US,"Simple, soft and a little cloying, this wine has off-dry citrus and fig flavors; finishes with honeysuckle sweetness.",Amore,20,82,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2005 Amore Pinot Grigio (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2005-amore-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Pietra Santa
14.4,Red,US,"Suffers from a burnt taste and an overall rustic mouthfeel, neither of which will age away. Although the wine is dry, it's hot and clumsy.",,24,82,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Pietra Santa
13.5,Red,US,"A little too sharp and acidic, with jammy cherry and blackberry flavors that finish dry. It straddles that line between likeable and a turnoff because it's so tart.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2005 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2005,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi
14,Red,Australia,"Overly green, with herbal flavors that overpower the mocha, cherry and vanilla notes. Decent texture and a dusty, clean finish.",,8,82,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Amaroo 2005 Merlot (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amaroo-2005-merlot-new-south-wales/,Merlot,2005,Amaroo
15.4,Red,US,"A bit too rich and ripe for me, with an almost sweet cherry-raspberry flavor that veers into rum-soaked raisins. Turns bitter on the finish.",Gamma,34,83,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2004 Gamma Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2004-gamma-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2004,Ampelos
14.9,White,US,"Not much going on fruit-wise in this lean, but clean, brisk wine. Oak stars, with charry caramel and vanilla overpowering the modest peach and apricot flavors.",Reserve,28,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mazzocco 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2004-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Mazzocco
14.9,Red,US,"A Southern Rhône blend of Syrah, Counoise, Grenache and Mourvèdre, this wine is as soft as a melted chocolate candy bar, with blackberry and cherry flavors. It's a little cloying on the finish.",Mon Beau Rouge,29,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2004 Mon Beau Rouge Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2004-mon-beau-rouge-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Clautiere
14.9,Red,US,"Almost as sweet as a dessert wine, this Grenache is rich in cherry liqueur flavor, with a finish of melted milk chocolate and root beer. It's a soft, easy gulper.",,26,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2004 Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2004-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2004,Clautiere
13.5,Red,Spain,"Musky and leathery at first, with a hint of cough drop. And it never really gains its legs. The palate shows a pruny character along with some wayward acidity, while the finish is indifferent. Adequate but lacks elegance and appeal.",Pomar de Burgos Crianza,24,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pomar Viñedos 2001 Pomar de Burgos Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-vinedos-2001-burgos-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,Pomar Viñedos
14,Red,Australia,"A decent effort at a fair price, Plantagenet's attempt to jump on the Pinot Noir bandwagon is a medium-bodied wine featuring cherry and chocolate aromas and flavors. There's some delicate dried grass or hay notes as well, while the flavors darken on the finish.",Omrah,15,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2005 Omrah Pinot Noir (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2005-omrah-pinot-noir-western/,Pinot Noir,2005,Plantagenet
15,Red,US,"The '03 was a very good wine. This is less so, probably due to the vintage, which simply baked the life out of the grapes. The cherry and blackberry flavors are a little Porty and hot, although the wine is dry.",Ripken Vineyard,25,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sheldon 2004 Ripken Vineyard Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2004-ripken-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2004,Sheldon
13,White,South Africa,"Soft and subtle tropical fruit aromas are anchored by some spice on the nose of this pleasing but straightforward wine from Matuba. There's pineapple, lemon and grapefruit on the palate, and the finish is clean and refreshing. Imported by American Wine Distributors, Inc.",Premium Select,15,84,Western Cape,,,Matuba 2006 Premium Select Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matuba-2006-premium-select-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Matuba
13.5,Red,Germany,". Light to medium in body, this wine's modest cherry fruit is largely submerged under a layer of smoky oak. Cola and coffee flavors dominate, ending on a tart note.",Jannin,46,84,Baden,,,Duijn 2004 Jannin Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duijn-2004-jannin-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2004,Duijn
14,Red,Spain,"A very smoky, meaty, heavily oaked style of Ribera Del Duero, and one that never reaches a level where the fruit can escape the oak boundaries. Yes, the palate has berry flavors and snap, but there's also a ton of pepper, vanilla and burnt spices that keep it under wraps. And the bet here is that time will not make it better.",Prestigio,22,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Corona de Castilla 2003 Prestigio  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corona-castilla-2003-prestigio-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Corona de Castilla
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Truly a unique Shiraz, with its smoky, leathery and black olive aromas, followed by flavors of black cherry and spice. While appealing overall, it has a slightly syrupy, raisiny quality and some roughness on the palate that distracts slightly from the flavors. This is not really a problem for fans of wines that push the envelope a bit.",,20,84,Western Cape,,,Hercules Paragon 2002 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hercules-paragon-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2002,Hercules Paragon
12.9,Red,US,"There could have been a very good wine here, but the fruit has a baked cherry pie flavor, like the gooey filling that drips out and gets caramelized in the oven, or maybe it's some kind of extra-charred oak. Whatever, it's a little too much of a good thing.",,24,84,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Brutocao 2005 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2005-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Brutocao
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Dark berry and trademark South African smoke comprise the nose and the flavors of this wine from this historic Stellensbosch producer, and while the tannins are soft, the wine has enough complexity to hold its own against heartier dishes. There's some exotic spice on the palate too, offering an interesting extra facet to the wine.",,27,84,Coastal Region,,,Blaauwklippen 2003 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blaauwklippen-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2003,Blaauwklippen
14.8,Red,Australia,"This virtually 50-50 blend comes across as a bit simple and chunky, but well made. It's sturdy enough to stand up to burgers and the like, offering modest cassis and berry fruit and a dusty finish.",,14,84,South Australia,Barossa,,Archetype 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archetype-2005-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2005,Archetype
13.5,White,South Africa,"Round and upfront with flavors of grapefruit, mango and lemon, this will please fans of a denser style of SB. Because of its structure, it can stand up to heartier dishes and hold its own well against spicy cuisine.",Vintner's Reserve Sur Lie,15,84,Walker Bay,,,Leidersburg 2005 Vintner's Reserve Sur Lie Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leidersburg-2005-vintners-reserve-sur-lie-sauvignon-blanc-walker-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Leidersburg
13.5,Rose,US,"Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah constitute the blend in this simple blush wine. It's tart in acids and a little off-dry, with rosehip tea, raspberry, cola, mineral and spice flavors.",Vin Gris d'Amador,14,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2005 Vin Gris d'Amador Rosé (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2005-vin-gris-damador-rose-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14.5,White,US,"Tastes like a pineapple-flavored Chinese sweet and sour sauce, with sugary fruit and tart acidity. The texture is rich and buttercreamy.",,22,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2005 Roussanne (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2005-roussanne-sierra-foothills/,Roussanne,2005,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
13,White,Australia,"A bit angular and tart, but this is a suitable starter-type Chardonnay—crisp and clean, with a focus on citrus. There's kiwi, lemon, kumquat and tangerine flavors, finishing briskly.",dB Selection,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2006 dB Selection Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2006-db-selection-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2006,De Bortoli
15.3,Red,US,"This is a blend of Syrah and Cab Sauvignon. It's very fruity, soft in acidity and slightly sweet, with candied blackberry, cherry and cocoa flavors.",Mon Rouge,30,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2004 Mon Rouge Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2004-mon-rouge-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Clautiere
13.5,Red,Spain,"Baseball card bubble gum and leafy spearmint aromas shade dark, dusty fruit notes, while the tannic palate houses mildly tart cherry flavors followed by hints of sucking candy and finally coffee. Decent but a bit overoaked and out of sorts.",,17,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Rubiejo 2005  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubiejo-2005-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Rubiejo
13.9,Red,US,"A little salty and soft, but saved by blackberry, cherry, blueberry and mocha flavors. There's a rich texture and a nice coating of oak in this decent everyday Merlot",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2003 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2003-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2003,Maddalena
14,Red,Spain,Pretty good except for some hardness and a touch of chemical that runs onto the finish. Along the way there are heavy aromas and rugged blackberry and dark plum flavors. Finishes full but drying toward the end.,Dominio De Nogara,10,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valtravieso 2005 Dominio De Nogara  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valtravieso-2005-dominio-nogara-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Valtravieso
14.8,Rose,Spain,"As pink wine goes, this Tempranillo-Merlot is extremely forward, heavy and aggressive. The nose is loaded with raspberry and cherry aromas, but there's also alcoholic heat reflective of its 14.8% alcohol. In many ways this drinks like a medium-bodied red wine, meaning it's fuller and beefier than your usual lighter-framed rosado. Imported by Dana Importers, Inc.",Rosé,15,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2005 Rosé Tempranillo-Merlot (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2005-rose-red-blend-tempranillo-merlot-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo-Merlot,2005,Pradorey
14.8,Red,US,"There can't be too many 2002 Merlots yet to be released. Here's one; it's as tannic and berry fresh as a younger wine. Flooded with cherry jam, cassis and spice flavors, it's fairly tough and gritty. It could age out in a couple years, but it's far from guaranteed.",Vache,40,84,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2002 Vache Merlot (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2002-vache-merlot-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Merlot,2002,Pietra Santa
13.5,Red,Australia,"Some producers are promoting Petit Verdot as a top performer in Australia's warm inland regions, but there have been mixed results. This blend is almost half PV, presumably the source of its bold black-olive aromas and crisp mouthfeel, partially balanced by the cassis and plum of warm-climate Cabernet.",Regent Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot,14,84,Victoria,Murray-Darling,,Paiko 2003 Regent Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot Red (Murray-Darling),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paiko-2003-regent-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-petit-verdot-red-murray-darling/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Paiko
13.5,Red,South Africa,"The clove and leather on the nose of this Cab from Stellenbosch introduce it appropriately: On the palate flavors of plum and dark berry impress. There's good fruit here and the finish is long, but overall, the wine lacks some punch and one wants more of the juicy, lush character. This depends on your taste, though—fans of more subtle styles may enjoy it.",,23,84,Stellenbosch,,,La Motte 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-motte-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,La Motte
14.5,Red,US,"A good, basic, everyday Zin, with a rich harvest of wild berry jam, chocolate and peppery spice flavors. The wine is dry, with balancing acidity and firm tannins.",,14,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Easton 2005 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2005-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2005,Easton
13.2,Red,US,"This is a grape no one really knows how to deal with, and the learning curve is steep. With the warm '04 vintage, the winery has achieved enormous ripeness. Cherries, cassis and milk chocolate star, but don't look for the balance of a South African Pinotage. This softly tannic wine retains the stubborn rusticity of the Sierra Foothills.",Grand Reserve,32,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,French Hill 2004 Grand Reserve Pinotage (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-hill-2004-grand-reserve-pinotage-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Pinotage,2004,French Hill
15.3,Red,US,"I've given mixed reviews to this winery's Barberas. Sometimes they seem rustic, sometimes they show promise. This one's on the rustic side. It's kind of sweet and raw, in a young Port way, and the high alcohol adds to the impression of sweetness.",Grand Reserve,39,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,French Hill 2004 Grand Reserve Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-hill-2004-grand-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2004,French Hill
13.5,Red,US,"Here's a nice drinking young wine that's dry, fruity and soft. It has cherry-berry flavors, with a streak of herbs, mint and a touch of oak.",,18,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Clos du Bois 2004 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2004-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,2004,Clos du Bois
14.3,White,US,"Puts all the pieces of the puzzle together, combining ripe tropical fruit, ample sweet oak and coastal acidity, but the picture is a little blurry. The wine is decadently ripe and obvious.",Castello,28,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Testarossa 2005 Castello Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2005-castello-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Testarossa
13.5,White,US,"A new Chard from this producer. It shows typical Napa characteristics of dryness and a dried herb earthiness, in addition to the apple, pear, oak and lees flavors. The texture is great, brimming with crisp acidity, yet the wine would benefit from richer fruit.",Karia,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2005 Karia Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2005-karia-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
14.1,Red,US,"The winery says the grapes were “focused” in the Arroyo Seco, and while you'd expect something crisper, keep in mind the heat of the vintage. The wine is very soft and chocolaty, with blackberry jam and cola flavors, and the finish is a little sweet.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2004 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2004,San Simeon
13.5,Red,Australia,"A relatively simple, fruity wine, with cassis fruit accented by hints of bright cherries and rhubarb. It's medium-bodied, maybe even a little light in substance, with dried herb and chocolate making an appearance on the finish. Drink now.",Three Monks,16,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 2004 Three Monks Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2004-three-monks-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Taltarni
14.5,Red,Spain,"Almost jolting in how the nose differs from the competition. Here, you get an early blast of rhubarb and wet dog along with herbal strawberry. Never does the wine shed that herbal character, so at all points there's a touch of tobacco, bell pepper and bramble.",Crianza,44,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de Carraovejas 2004 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-carraovejas-2004-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Pago de Carraovejas
10.5,White,Germany,"Bargain-hunting shoppers should be happy to find this in their local stores. Presumably a blend from different Rhein regions—hence the lowly Tafelwein designation—it is nevertheless a tasty, balanced wine. Lime and slate notes power the bouquet, while the flavors are rounder and more lush. Off dry; drink now.",Rhein Tafelwein,7,85,Rheingau,,,Origin 2005 Rhein Tafelwein Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2005-rhein-tafelwein-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Origin
,Red,France,"Fresh and spicy, this simple wine offers plenty of fresh satisfaction, lightweight and easy, with delicious crisp red berries and some dusty tannins.",,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Lacombe Noaillac 2004  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lacombe-noaillac-2004-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Lacombe Noaillac
,Red,France,"One of the lesser known crus bourgeois, Haut-Canteloup has produced a ripe, smooth 2004, with plenty of black currant fruit flavors, marred by an excess of acidity.",,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Haut-Canteloup 2004  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-canteloup-2004-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Haut-Canteloup
13.5,Red,Spain,"Ultra sweet and loaded with aromas of marzipan, shoe polish and warm earth, this is a soft, chewy wine with low acidity but rewarding flavors of dark plum, fruit cake and chocolate. It's plump and ready to drink now.",Crianza,20,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valtravieso 2003 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valtravieso-2003-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Valtravieso
14,Red,Spain,"More deep and muscular than average, with a smooth and fruity nose that settles nicely. The palate is somewhat crisp and juicy as acidity and ripe tannins drive red apple and raspberry flavors. Call it a classic, young, food-friendly Tempranillo.",Señorío de Valdehermoso,12,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valderiz 2005 Señorío de Valdehermoso  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valderiz-2005-senorio-valdehermoso-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Valderiz
13.5,White,Australia,"A great value in unoaked Chardonnay, the 2006 Woop Woop features understated peach and pineapple aromas but really roars to life on the palate. It's broad and mouthfilling but not overly fat, firming up and gaining focus on the finish, where it effortlessly blends peach, melon and pineapple flavors. Drink now.",,11,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Woop Woop 2006 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woop-woop-2006-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2006,Woop Woop
14,Red,Australia,"The blend is 75-25 in favor of Grenache, yielding a slightly warm yet only medium-bodied wine with strong black cherry overtones. But there's also a sense of dusty, sun-baked earth and hints of spice to add complexity. Drink now.",The Old Barossa Blend,27,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Winter Creek 2004 The Old Barossa Blend Grenache-Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winter-creek-2004-old-barossa-blend-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Grenache-Shiraz,2004,Winter Creek
14.3,Red,US,"Pretty good, considering the high production level; nearly 15,000 cases. Very dry, with an elegant structure, the wine shows earthy flavors of blackberries, coffee, tobacco and cedar wrapped into firm tannins.",Estate,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2003 Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2003-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Grgich Hills
13.5,Red,US,"This is the first Cycles Pinot I've had, and it's solidly in line with their philosophy of value. It shows good cool climate character, with crisp acids and a silky texture framing cherry, black raspberry, cola and oaky spice flavors. This is a great everyday introduction to the seductive mysteries of Pinot Noir.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cycles Gladiator 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Cycles Gladiator
13.8,Red,US,"This is a good vineyard but I think Dan Goldfield met his match with the hot weather that plagued the harvest. The wine, which has 40% new oak, is ripe and forward in cherry pie, chocolate and cassis flavors. This is initially delicious, but not particularly complex; it's just too soft. The winemaker suggests pairing with Gouda and Gruyère.",Cherry Ridge Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2004 Cherry Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2004-cherry-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2004,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,Australia,"An unusual blend of Malbec and Merlot, with crunchy, fresh cherry-berry flavors and hints of earth and vanilla.",Mayflower,19,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Flinder's Bay 2003 Mayflower Malbec-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flinders-bay-2003-mayflower-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-margaret-river/,Malbec-Merlot,2003,Flinder's Bay
,Red,France,"Private Reserve, it is called, and this full-bodied, well-wooded wine is a definite cut above the other Médoc in the Thomas Barton range. It is has structure, density, well-defined black fruits and a dry, tannic core, which could even promise some aging. This nudges up to a decent château wine.",Thomas Barton Reserve Privée,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Barton & Guestier 2004 Thomas Barton Reserve Privée  (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2004-thomas-reserve-privee-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Barton & Guestier
14,Red,Spain,"On the verge of heavy, but good in a stocky, straightforward way. Blackberry and chocolate lead, and the body leans toward weighty but doesn't go entirely heavy. A good, fuller-bodied selection with toast and tannin on the back end.",,15,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arrocal 2005  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrocal-2005-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Arrocal
13.5,Red,Spain,"Maybe more savory and sautéed than overtly fresh and fruity, but still there's enough ripeness, purity and acidity to keep this wine in line. That said, the wine runs more heavy and less vibrant than some. Which only means that it's incredibly easy to drink now and doesn't require further aging.",Crianza,27,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alvides 2002 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvides-2002-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2002,Alvides
,Red,France,"From a parcel of Merlot at Château Lezongars, this is a burly, ripe wine; full and packed with solid fruits and dry tannins. The weight of the fruit should sustain and help soften the dryness. It certainly has the richness.",Merlot,,87,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Roques 2004 Merlot  (Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-roques-2004-merlot-premieres-cotes/,Merlot,2004,Château de Roques
12.5,White,Germany,"It's a bit muscular, weighing in at over 12% alcohol, but dry and fruit-filled. The bouquet offers hints of apricot, marmalade and fresh citrus, while the flavors emphasize stone fruit and lemon. A strong effort at a fair price.",Trocken,14,87,Rheingau,,,Prinz 2005 Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-2005-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Prinz
13.9,Red,US,"A nice, rich Cab that's a little jagged around the edges, but with rewarding fruit and a dry, complex finish. The blackberry, cherry, plum, coffee, licorice, soy and smoky vanilla flavors are deep and long.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Moon Mountain Vineyard 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moon-mountain-vineyard-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Moon Mountain Vineyard
14.3,Red,US,"A blend of all five Bordeaux reds, this is a very ripe, soft wine, brimming with cherry, chocolate, pecan pie and oak flavors. It doesn't seem like an ager, but rewards now for its lushness.",Anthology,54,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2003 Anthology Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2003-anthology-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Conn Creek
,Red,France,"Bordeaux in the best sense, a firm, slightly dry, but also refreshing cassis flavors, with good fruit tannins and a touch of wood.",,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Thieuley 2004  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thieuley-2004-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Thieuley
13.7,Red,US,"As often happens, the winery's “regular” Pinot is better than their more expensive vineyard-designated bottling, released at the same time. Silky and expansive in cherries, pomegranates and new oak flavors, the wine is dry and elegant.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,David Noyes 2005 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-noyes-2005-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,David Noyes
13,Red,Spain,"We tried this wine a couple of years ago and it came in at exactly the same level. Now, it's showing mature aromas of vanilla, tobacco, leather and dried berry fruits, while the palate is offering tight cherry and raspberry flavors backed by tobacco and perky acidity. It's probably at its classic best now as it's registering more traditional than modern. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Crianza,18,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 2002 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-2002-crianza-ribera-del-duero-69121/,Tempranillo,2002,Valdubón
14.8,Red,US,"Not showing all that well at this point, with a baked or dried cherry flavor, and the toasty char from the oak. Plus, there's that burnt pie crust note. The wine also is young in acidity, with some tannins. I would give it some time, maybe four or five years, but no guarantees.",Rosella's Vineyard,59,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2005 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2005-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2005,Testarossa
14,Red,US,"This is surely one of the better Temecula-grown Cabs out there. It's ripe and balanced, with a good array of varietal flavors. Cherry, red currant, cola, mocha and oaky spice flavors finish dry and smooth. Drink now.",Vintner's Special Estate Reserve,60,87,California,South Coast,Temecula,Stuart Cellars 2003 Vintner's Special Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2003-vintners-special-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south-coast-temecula/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Stuart Cellars
14.9,Red,US,"Made from cool-climate Santa Barbara fruit and warm Paso Robles, this is an easy-drinking Syrah, with some real flair. It's soft and gentle in texture, with a complex and satisfying range of cherry, blackberry jam, dark chocolate, coffee, licorice and spice flavors that finish just a little sweet.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Craig 2003 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Robert Craig
14,Red,Spain,"First impressions say this wine is overdone and charred. But patience is rewarded with secondary aromas of baked fruit, earth and leather, and that package is backed up by black cherry, plum and rhubarb flavors. Yes, it's a bit racy and scattered, but there's enough quality here to make it good. Whether it's worth $35 is another story.",Crianza,35,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Resalte 2001 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/resalte-2001-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,Resalte
14,White,Australia,"Similar to some New Zealand versions of Sauvignon BLanc, this wine features a powerful scent of sweet green peas alongside riper notes of passion fruit and stone fruit. It's on the full side, with 14% alcohol, but carries it well. The veggie note isn't a favorite here, but the wine comes together nicely, finishing with lingering honey and citrus flavors. Drink now.",,20,87,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Tamar Ridge 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamar-ridge-2005-sauvignon-blanc-tasmania/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Tamar Ridge
12.6,Red,US,"Mt. Diablo is visible from San Francisco on a clear day. It's in Contra Costa County, the “opposite coast” from the City by the Bay, where the climate resembles southern Napa Valley. This Syrah is dry and finely structured, with a rich tannic structure shielding cherry, blackberry and mocha flavors.",Mt. Diablo,23,87,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Sterling Albert 2004 Mt. Diablo Syrah (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-albert-2004-mt-diablo-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Syrah,2004,Sterling Albert
13.5,White,Australia,"Mature and ready to drink, this is a light to medium-bodied Chardonnay with a slightly buttery, pear-scented bouquet and flavors of buttered toast and citrus marmalade. More toast and butter on the finish, so drink up before the fruit totally fades.",,,87,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Stefano Lubiana 2003 Chardonnay (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-lubiana-2003-chardonnay-tasmania/,Chardonnay,2003,Stefano Lubiana
11.5,White,Germany,"Fairly big and full-bodied for a branded Riesling, this collaboration between several Rheingau estates successfully blends peach and melon nuances with hints of mineral oil and spice. The only quibble is a lack of persistence on the nearly dry finish.",RRR QbA,13,87,Rheingau,,,Royal Rheingau Riesling 2004 RRR QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-rheingau-riesling-2004-rrr-qba-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Royal Rheingau Riesling
14,Red,Spain,"The nose shows some tire rubber and burnt toast, but the biggest component of the bouquet is black coffee. The fruit on the palate has a high-toned, acidic edge to it, but the flavors are solid. If there's any one thing that raises questions, it's the strong, persistent nuttiness to the finish. The wine tastes a lot like roasted almonds or cashews as it fades away. Imported by Dana Importers, Inc.",Gran Reserva,60,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 1999 Gran Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-1999-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Pradorey
13.5,Red,Australia,"At four years past vintage, the oak overlay on this wine is still strong, giving rise to doubt about whether it will ever properly integrate. As a result, this wine isn't very Pinot Noir-ish, although it's still very good. Toast and vanilla notes are backed by tart red berries and a hint of orange zest on the crisp finish.",Estate,35,87,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Pipers Brook Vineyard Estate 2003 Estate Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pipers-brook-vineyard-estate-2003-estate-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2003,Pipers Brook Vineyard Estate
14.8,White,US,"This is a dramatically structured Chardonnay, a finely balanced wine from Alexander Valley, which produces lush, exotic Chards. The warmth of the vintage has softened the acidity, and while it's not an ager, it's enormously complex. Papaya, mango, crystalized ginger candy and cinnamon spice flavors are long and deep, while extensive new oak adds luscious butterscotch and caramel notes.",Reserve,38,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2004-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Stuhlmuller Vineyards
,Red,US,"This wine is jam-packed with flavors and scents of smoked meat, cured ham, black truffle, charcoal, pencil lead, toasted nuts. It's a powerhouse that fascinates and resonates, sailing into a lingering finish that keeps all the various components in play. A perfect mix of fruit and barrel, not to be missed.",Boushey Grande Côte Vineyard,52,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2004 Boushey Grande Côte Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2004-boushey-grande-cote-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2004,McCrea
11.5,Dessert,Austria,"This spicy version of the Muscat family is only found in Austria in the area around Lake Neusiedl. This wine shows great varietal character, with nutmeg flavors dominating; relatively dry to taste. The sweetness is there, but what is so delicious about this wine is its balance.",Muskat Ottonel Ruster Ausbruch,48,94,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2004 Muskat Ottonel Ruster Ausbruch Muskat Ottonel (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2004-muskat-ottonel-ruster-ausbruch-muscat-muskat-ottonel-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,Muskat Ottonel,2004,Feiler-Artinger
14,Red,Argentina,"Dynamite Malbec from the Renacer family that's behind the emerging Punto Final label. This is a monumental effort with 24 months of French oak aging. What you get is quality from head to toe, with pure and unyielding flavors backed by a big wave of tannins. Will age for several more years, and by then this rock's power may have settled down a little. 275 cases produced.",Renacer R,48,93,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Bodega Renacer 2003 Renacer R Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2003-r-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2003,Bodega Renacer
13.9,Red,US,"Here's a textbook example of a warm vintage Russian River Pinot. It has the appellation's velvety richness and varietal typicity, while the heat made for perfect ripening. Brims with cherry jam, blueberry pie, orange marmalade, datenut bread and oaky flavors, all balanced with juicy acidity, and the finish is dry. At its best now–2008.",,36,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,HK Generations 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hk-generations-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,HK Generations
13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Sweet wines like this complex and intense nectar from central Italy add the final, necessary touch to a complete dining experience. Fifty percent of the grapes are altered by Noble Rot to render primary aromas of fresh stone fruit and white flowers backed by peach cobbler and dried herbs. Cinnamon and lively fruit flavors characterize the mouthfeel. With more than 10 passes in the vineyard during harvest, this is an extremely labor-intensive and precious wine.",Arkezia Muffo di San Sisto,70,92,Central Italy,Marche,,Fazi Battaglia 2002 Arkezia Muffo di San Sisto Verdicchio (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazi-battaglia-2002-arkezia-muffo-san-sisto-italian-white-verdicchio-marche/,Verdicchio,2002,Fazi Battaglia
,Red,US,"This is the winery's first (and only) wine to be given the 100% new oak treatment. Just 23 cases were made. The oak simply does not show; it might as well be stainless. The fruit is tight, citrusy, and slowly expands into a lovely, smooth expression of Syrah that seems to envelope the back palate with flavors of licorice, cotton candy, mint and bright berry. Intriguing and quite definitely cellar worthy.",Reserve,45,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Stephenson Cellars 2004 Reserve Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephenson-cellars-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Stephenson Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"I love this Pinot. Just love it. It's so soft and sensual, so silky and velvety, and so balanced and dry. With a wealth of cola, pomegranate, persimmon, cherry, tea and spicy oak flavors, it's complex and delicious, a wine that reveals layer after layer.",Biagini Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2004 Biagini Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-biagini-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2004,Clos La Chance
,Red,US,"Just when you thought Doug McCrea could not make a better Grenache, he has. This year's blend, which includes 17% Syrah, simply has more muscle and more grip than ever before. The wine is loaded with concentrated berry preserves, then spiced up with pepper and minerality. Just the right amount of chocolate fills in the back end.",,32,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,McCrea 2005 Grenache (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2005-grenache-other/,Grenache,2005,McCrea
12.5,Red,US,"This gets the job done with direct cherry, chocolate and root beer flavors and a veneer of smoky oak. Finishing soft and a little sweet, this Merlot straddles the line between everyday and fancy.",Reserve,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 2003 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2003-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Napa Ridge
,Red,US,"Here's a ripe, polished Cab, brimming in cherry, plum and new oak flavors. It's soft and gentle enough for immediate drinking, although it has the structure for five or six years in the bottle.",Estate,60,87,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2004 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2004-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Reverie
14.8,Red,US,"Shows its warm country terroir nicely in the well-ripened, jammy cherry, blackberry and mocha fruit flavors and soft texture. Beautiful now, this is one for the near term for its youthful lushness.",Estate,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2004 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2004-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Clautiere
14.5,Red,US,"There is lots to like in this dry, complex young Merlot. It's as fresh as can be in just-picked red and black cherries and juicy blueberries and blackberries, with a dusting of cocoa and cinnamon. It's too forward for aging, but is a lovely sipper now.",Reserve,22,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2004 Reserve Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2004-reserve-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2004,Clos du Bois
8,Dessert,Austria,"Almost nectar, this wine is supremely rich and concentrated, with toffee and honey flavors combining with apricots, orange peel and refreshing acidity. This is a great example of a TBA because of its richness, silky texture and balance.",Loiserberg Grüner Veltliner Trockenbeerenauslese,60,94,Kamptal,,,Jurtschitsch 2004 Loiserberg Grüner Veltliner Trockenbeerenauslese Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jurtschitsch-2004-loiserberg-gruner-veltliner-trockenbeerenauslese-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Jurtschitsch
14.5,Red,US,"So rich, so opulent in primary fruit extract and new oak that it just demands time in the bottle to calm down. Explodes in cassis flavors spiced up with sweet, charry oak, and the tannins are fresh, young and vibrant, the kind that will usher this wine through a long lifetime. Best 2007–2012, or decant to let it breathe.",Vineyard X,75,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Merryvale 2003 Vineyard X Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-vineyard-x-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Merryvale
14,Red,US,"They held this Cab-Sangiovese blend back, but it's still awkward. It's clean and fruity, but way too sugary sweet for a dry table wine.",Sassolino Red Wine Super Tuscan Style,18,82,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2001 Sassolino Red Wine Super Tuscan Style Red (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2001-sassolino-red-wine-super-tuscan-style-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Pietra Santa
13.7,Red,Spain,"Plum and dark berry aromas are offset by typical American oak aromas of pickle and dill. But the wine is generally ripe and whole, with blackberry flavors balanced by chocolate and black pepper on the finish. Medium to full in weight, with no noticeable holes in the fabric. At 83,000 cases, this is a really good wine given the quantity. Imported by Dana Importers, Inc.",Roble,14,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2005 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2005-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Pradorey
12.5,White,Australia,"Difficult to warm up to, this wine starts off on the wrong foot by offering up onion or garlic aromas, then compounds that with ungiving flavors of hard melon. It's too bad, because the mouthfeel is suitably rich and oily in the style of an Austrian or Collio Sauvignon.",,20,82,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Bird in Hand 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bird-in-hand-2006-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Bird in Hand
13.5,Red,Spain,"A lot of wood sits up front, and in back of that things seem a touch murky and lactic. Freshness and precision are not this wine's best attributes, but there is decent weight and body carrying berry, tobacco and vanilla flavors. Would be better with more purity.",Pomar de Burgos Joven,14,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pomar Viñedos 2005 Pomar de Burgos Joven  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-vinedos-2005-burgos-joven-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Pomar Viñedos
12.7,Sparkling,US,"Slightly sweet in dosage, with a distinct finish of sugar, this Pinot Noir and Chardonnay sparkler is crisp in acidity and very clean. It has forward flavors of strawberries, raspberries, brioche, toast, vanilla and cinnamon spice.",Cuvee de la Pompadour Brut Rosé,35,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros NV Cuvee de la Pompadour Brut Rosé Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-nv-cuvee-pompadour-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Carneros
13.5,Red,Spain,"Sort of sweet and jammy, but nice overall. The nose is your average young, candied easiness, while the plump berry and plum flavors are pretty much where they should be. Shows juiciness and a spunky mouthfeel, as it was aged only four months in oak.",Tinto Figuero 4,20,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,García Figuero 2005 Tinto Figuero 4  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garcia-figuero-2005-tinto-4-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,García Figuero
15.2,Red,US,"The grapes got a little too ripe, getting away from the winemaker's control. There's lots of deliciousness, but that supermature edge of raisins, excessive softness and touch of Port make the wine unbalanced, despite the excellence of its vineyard sources.",Cuneo & Saini Vineyards,24,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2004 Cuneo & Saini Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2004-cuneo-saini-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Mazzocco
13.5,Red,Spain,"Heavy and earthy, with more pepper and moss than brightness. In the mouth, there's black cherry, dark plum and tobacco flavors, while the feel is dictated by stern tannins. Overall it's a fairly serious wine but it doesn't offer the love that we'd like to see. With 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. 12,500 cases made.",Reserva,45,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Balbas 2001 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbas-2001-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,Balbas
13.9,White,US,"The winery has raised the price over the previous vintage, but this is a much better wine than the '04, showing all the hallmarks of a wonderful, long hangtime vintage. Pineapples, kiwis, limes and green apples are enriched with a touch of smoky, buttery oak and creamy lees.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Angeline 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Angeline
13.5,Red,US,"Dark and soft, this Syrah has an enormous depth of fruit. The cherry liqueur and pie filling, mocha, cola, plum and gingerbread flavors finish dry. Loses a few points due to a touch of raisiny, pruny overripeness, which makes the wine heavy.",Alisos Hills Estate,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Alisos Hills Estate Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-alisos-hills-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,White,Australia,"Another bargain-priced Australian Chardonnay, Hay Burner starts off with buttered toast and popcorn aromas, then backs them up with flavors of citrus custard and some riper melon and peach notes. Surprisingly rich and intense for the price point, a reflection of the soft market for Chardonnay grapes in Australia. Drink now.",Hay Burner,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yarraman 2005 Hay Burner Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarraman-2005-hay-burner-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Yarraman
12.5,White,Australia,"Partners Larry Jacobs and Marc Dobson evidently brought a knack for growing Sauvignon Blanc with them from their former winery in South Africa—Mulderbosch. This is a plump, rather full-bodied Sauvignon with an almost smoky, Fumé character to go with flavors of underripe peach and melon. Drink now.",,19,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Hahndorf Hill Winery 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahndorf-hill-winery-2006-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Hahndorf Hill Winery
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Deep aromas of  coffee and spice mean this is a Shiraz to be taken seriously, but on the palate, it's simply delicious and not terribly intellectual. The Mourvèdre adds a mocha silkiness to the mix, balancing the dry pepper character of the Shiraz. Great to drink now, but will age gracefully.",Kevin Arnold,38,87,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 2003 Kevin Arnold Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-2003-kevin-arnold-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2003,Waterford
14.3,White,US,". If you're familiar with the lush, complex Chards from Robert Young, this will ring a bell. It's layered in ripe mango, guava, nectarine, peach and smoky, caramelized oak flavors, with an exotic taste of butter-sautéed bananas. All that flavor is nicely balanced by rich, lemony acidity.",Estate,23,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2005 Estate Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2005-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Stuhlmuller Vineyards
15.5,Red,Australia,"The bouquet of this wine—like the color—is dense and impenetrable, a brooding inky purpleness that's almost overwhelming. Flavors are embryonic and unevolved, but lean toward blackberry, blueberry and spice, with an almost chewy texture in the mouth. This is closed in and not very flashy right now, but it shows all the material for the cellar.",Platinum Label,85,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Wolf Blass 2003 Platinum Label Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2003-platinum-label-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2003,Wolf Blass
14,Red,Italy,"This Alto Adige Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc blend is a powerful but elegant wine with decisive notes of fudge, chocolate dipped cherries and just the right level of toast. It opens beautifully with time and delivers polished, chewy tannins, long persistency and menthol notes on the close.",Arzio,60,91,,Alto Adige,,Baron di Pauli 2003 Arzio Red (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-pauli-2003-arzio-red-alto-adige/,Red Blend,2003,Baron di Pauli
14.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a powerful and succulent Cabernet Sauvignon from the same area that makes Amarone. This wine is characterized by penetrating notes of blackberry, granite, forest berry, humus and moist soil. It's an excellent red with powerful concentration and a spice-driven close.",Capitel del Monte,35,90,Veneto,Veneto,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2001 Capitel del Monte Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2001-capitel-monte-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
,Red,US,"Dark and ripe, with a strong smoky component. It shows plenty of muscle in this difficult vintage, along with firm acids and blackberry fruit that is broader and more open than the Les Collines. Though it falls just short of that wine's exceptional complexity, here the smoke and licorice notes add interesting streaks of darkness to the wine as it extends into a finish of dark, smoky tannins.",Seven Hills Vineyard,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Amavi 2004 Seven Hills Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2004-seven-hills-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2004,Amavi
11,Dessert,Austria,"Smooth and velvety, this wine has richness and weight to go with its honey and syrup flavors. It also has a good, dry botrytis layer that balances, along with good acidity. A finely poised wine.",Premium Beerenauslese,26,90,Neusiedlersee,,,H.& C. Nittnaus 2003 Premium Beerenauslese White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-c-nittnaus-2003-premium-beerenauslese-white-neusiedlersee-66102/,White Blend,2003,H.& C. Nittnaus
14.5,Red,US,"It is hard to believe that 41,000 cases of this wine were produced because it's so good. Few other wineries could rise to this level at this production. Rich and dry in ripe cherry jam, blackberry pie, cassis, blueberry, smoky oak and spice flavors, it's a complex young wine that approximates the best of Napa Valley.",Allomi,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess 2004 Allomi Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-2004-allomi-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Hess
14.5,Red,Australia,"If more Merlot tasted like this, maybe winegeeks would stop looking down their noses at it. This is a creamy, lush wine, filled with hints of mocha, vanilla, black cherry and plum that swirl together into a long, fruit-filled finish. Drink now.",,26,90,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Bird in Hand 2005 Merlot (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bird-in-hand-2005-merlot-adelaide-hills/,Merlot,2005,Bird in Hand
,Red,US,"This super Tuscan styled Tuttorosso includes 27% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Syrah. It captures the Sangio character, the tangy acids, the plummy fruit, the hints of leaf and fennel, and beefs up the natural thinness of the grape with the Cab and Syrah. So the wine gains some weight and muscle, keeps its balance, and checks in at just 13.7% alcohol. It's a lovely effort.",Tuttorosso,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2003 Tuttorosso Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2003-tuttorosso-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,Brian Carter
14.4,White,New Zealand,"Has all the typical ingredients of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc: tropical fruit, citrus flavors and herbal notes. What distinguishes this wine is that they're all in relative balance, with no single element dominating. It's simultaneously plump in the mouth, yet clean and refreshing on the finish. Imported by Pernod Ricard USA.",Reserve,19,90,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2005 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2005-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Brancott
14.5,Red,US,"Merryvale's '03 Reserve doesn't quite show the complexity of the Clone Six or Vineyard X bottlings, but then again, it's nowhere near the price. And as rich as it is, it's a comparative bargain. With luxuriously soft tannins, it's opulent in black currant, cocoa and new oak flavors that finish long and smooth.",Reserve,39,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Merryvale
13.5,White,US,"Here's a rich, complex Chardonnay, made in the full-blown Burgundian way. The fruit itself gives layers of tropical guava, pineapple and nectarine flavors, while finely toasted oak adds caramel, buttered toast and spice flavors. With a creamy texture, it's a delicious wine all the way.",Kosher,21,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Hagafen 2005 Kosher Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2005-kosher-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2005,Hagafen
14.2,Red,US,"Tudor does a good job interpreting Santa Lucia Pinot. This is a big, intensely fruity wine, bold and in-your-face with cherries, raspberries, cola and carob flavors, with the silky elegance that Pinot demands. It's a little obvious. But it's easy to imagine drinking this with a great steak in a fine restaurant. The wine shifts and changes as it warms in the glass.",,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tudor Wines 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudor-wines-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tudor Wines
14.5,White,US,"Here's a young wine that will benefit from decanting. Freshly opened, it's a composite of new oak, citrus and tropical fruit and brisk acidity. Let it breathe and it all mingles together, creating a bright, richly complex Chardonnay. Will hold and improve over the next five years.",Brown Ranch,40,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2004 Brown Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2004-brown-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Saintsbury
15.2,Red,US,"What a beautiful job they did on this ripely soft, complex Zin. It resembles a nice Napa Cabernet with its rich, sweet tannins and upscale structure, yet is pure Zin in personality. Wild berries and cherries, milk chocolate, gingersnap cookies, and nearly every Asian spice you can name.",Eastern Exposures Napa Estate,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2004 Eastern Exposures Napa Estate Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2004-eastern-exposures-napa-estate-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Storybook Mountain
14.7,Red,US,"With a crunchy bite of tannins and acidity, this Zin drinks fresh and pert. Fully dry, it offers a rich array of blackberry, loganberry, cherry, mocha-choca and spicy flavors that finish dry and complex. It's Zins like this that have earned the winery its well-deserved reputation.",Estate Reserve,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2003 Estate Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2003-estate-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Storybook Mountain
,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet, from Lewis and Cold Creek. Flavors are fresh and clean with sappy, tart berry flavors. Aromatic notes from the barrel add toasted coconut and mocha. Firm acids buoy the fruit, while retaining a pleasing roundness in the mid-palate. This is still quite young with pure, sweet cherry fruit and a slight rawness to the tannins. It should continue to improve in bottle for some years.",,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Va Piano
14,Red,US,"The vintage was not only a good one for Cabernet, it also made good Merlot in the North Coast. In Carneros, it produced wines that were ripe and opulent, yet balanced and dry, and this one is a winner. Juicy and fruit-forward, it has finely-grained tannins that give it structure and finesse.",Heritage Reserve,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2003 Heritage Reserve Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2003-heritage-reserve-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2003,Schug
11,Dessert,Austria,"This exotic blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Welschriesling and Gelber Muskateller hangs together well. There's plenty of aromatic grapes here to give spice and character to the wine, while the S.B. lends rich botrytis and body. A well-balanced wine with fresh acidity on the finish.",Am Fusse des Berges Ruster Ausbruch,52,90,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Wenzel 2004 Am Fusse des Berges Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wenzel-2004-am-fusse-berges-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2004,Wenzel
13.5,Red,US,"Wildcat is a great vineyard, to judge by the wines it's produced over the years, and this Syrah is right up there. It's intense, balanced, clean and dry, with rich blueberry, blackberry jam, smoky leather, plum, tobacco and Asian spice flavors. For all the complexity, it remains elegant.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,32,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 2003 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2003-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2003,MacRostie
14.9,Red,US,"This is the most New World, California Cabernet-inspired Barbera I've ever had. You might almost think it was a Bordeaux variety, with its blackberry jam and chocolate flavors. Soft and unctuous, it's deliciously forward now. From Ambullneo.",Carmela-Katie Bien Nacidio Vineyards,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Nonno Zito 2001 Carmela-Katie Bien Nacidio Vineyards Barbera (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nonno-zito-2001-carmela-katie-bien-nacidio-barbera-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Barbera,2001,Nonno Zito
,Red,US,"A blend of 53% Cabernet, 28% Malbec and 19% Merlot. Rich, lush and chocolaty, it's a very appealing wine from start to finish. Ripe fruit flavors include blueberry and blackberry jam, pie cherry and mincemeat. The acids keep it lively and suggest some years of further development ahead.",Tri*Umph,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,C.R. Sandidge 2003 Tri*Umph Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2003-tri-umph-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,C.R. Sandidge
13.9,Red,New Zealand,"Winemaker Jeff Sinnott showed an elegant touch with Pinot Noir when he worked at Isabel Estate in Marlborough, and he continues that at Amisfield, crafting a wonderfully elegant, silky-textured wine from the concentrated 2005 vintage. Dusty floral notes beguile on the nose, while cola and coffee notes add depth   and richness to the black cherry and plum flavors. Drink now–2012.",,35,90,Central Otago,,,Amisfield 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amisfield-2005-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2005,Amisfield
14.5,Red,Australia,"Balnaves is a reliable source for well-balanced red wines that never seem to go over the top. This shows cinnamon and clove notes and a certain dried-fruit character on the nose, followed by flavors of coffee, prune and spice. It's full-bodied, yet firm, with crisp acids and firm tannins that promise a long life. Drink 2010–2020.",,28,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 2004 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2004,Balnaves of Coonawarra
,White,US,"Clean, fresh fruit captures crisp apples, nectarines and Meyer lemon. The wine shows more elegance and delicate floral notes than most Viognier from warmer sites, and it has none of the bitterness or heat that can spoil the finish on these wines. Bone dry, it's a lovely food wine.",,21,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),C.R. Sandidge 2005 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2005,C.R. Sandidge
14.8,Red,US,"The grapes are from Carneros; the winemaker is the veteran Nils Venge. The wine is big and complex. Right now it's heavy, almost ponderous, a mixture of direct primary cherry, plum, coffee and oak flavors and sturdy tannins. But it's very balanced and elegant, and should begin to unfold its riches after 2007, and hang in there for a few years.",Truchard Vineyards,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 2004 Truchard Vineyards Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2004-truchard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Carter
13.5,Red,Italy,"Nice concentration and color reinforces aromas of dried currant berry, fruit preserves, tar, resin and exotic spice. The wine is extremely ripe and succulent and delivers notes of toasted oak throughout. Good acidity fuels a long, rich finish. Pair with game meats or stews and don't wait any longer to drink.",Salarco Riserva,50,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fassati 1999 Salarco Riserva  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fassati-1999-salarco-riserva-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1999,Fassati
,Red,US,"A seductive, creamy and mouthfilling Bordeaux blend. The buttery, caramel flavors pour over the ripe, cherry-flavored fruit like butterscotch on pie. It's a ripe, open style that may well be the consumer favorite of this excellent trio of releases from a very promising new winery.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Fall Line 2004 Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fall-line-2004-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Fall Line
14,White,Italy,"A blend of Chardonnay, Tocai Friulano and Sauvignon, the wine is supple, soft and creamy in the mouth and accented by bright fruit tones such as pineapple, banana, lemon soda and an unexpected—albeit totally appealing—touch of cracked white peppercorn.",Broy,40,90,,Collio,,Eugenio Collavini 2005 Broy White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugenio-collavini-2005-broy-white-collio/,White Blend,2005,Eugenio Collavini
13.5,White,US,". Restaurateurs will be interested in this wine for its food-friendliness and price. All stainless-steel fermented, it's totally dry and very crisp in acidity, with complex lemongrass, gooseberry and vanilla flavors, and a pink grapefruit finish. It's the kind of wine that will go well with almost everything. Great wine, great value.",,15,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Honig 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Honig
,Red,US,"This is a fine effort. The fruit is laid out right up front, big and dense, with a rich mouthfeel and very silky tannins. Flavors of black fruits, smoke and chocolate, thick and supple, are beautifully integrated, textural and complete. This is an especially good effort in a difficult year. Aging in 100% French oak adds coffee-mocha flavors to the lingering finish.",,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Pepper Bridge
13.7,Red,Spain,"Round, meaty, colorful and full of oak, chocolate and ripe fruit aromas. The palate is big and broad, with plum and boysenberry leading the troops. The mouthfeel deals some choppy tannins but all in all the wine has the right stuff, meaning it tastes fairly regal and offers a well-rounded feel.",,29,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valderiz 2003  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valderiz-2003-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Valderiz
14.5,Red,US,"Drier and firmer than the '04, this year's Lee shows a slightly dense texture, and even a dusting of tannins that contribute to ageability. The flavors are deep, of red cherries, coffee and smoky oak, with a meaty chewiness. It's a young wine, cellar it for a year before opening, and it should provide elegant drinking through 2011 or so.",Lee Vineyards,45,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2005 Lee Vineyards Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2005-lee-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Saintsbury
13.2,White,US,"Kynsi is showing a commitment to this variety that is praiseworthy, and consumers should take notice. The wine has the full-bodied creaminess of Chardonnay, but with unique fresh melon, guava and green apple flavors that are deep and long on the finish.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kynsi 2005 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2005-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Kynsi
11.5,White,US,"With crisp acidity and some residual sugar that makes it off-dry, this unoaked Riesling is like a good Kabinett. It's rich and intense in slate, green apple, peach and gardenia flower flavors, and is one of the best interpretations of German-style Riesling in California.",,10,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Mandolin 2004 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandolin-2004-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2004,Mandolin
14.5,Red,US,"There's a lilting quality to this Pinot, with its crisp silkiness, and the way the cherry and pomegranate flavors seem to float on the palate, rather than sink into it. Dry and medium-bodied, it has the acids and tannins to improve over the next six years, but if you drink it now decant for several hours.",Toyon Farm,45,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2005 Toyon Farm Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2005-toyon-farm-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Saintsbury
14.1,White,US,"Over the years, this has been a remarkably consistent wine, and the '05 is right up there in quality. Elegant and dry, it shows Carneros Chardonnay at its best, with forward tropical fruit, pear and peach flavors, and a gorgeously acidic, creamy structure.",,22,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 2005 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2005-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,MacRostie
14.5,Red,Chile,". Immediately pleasurable, with luscious aromas of ripe fruits and savory oak. This winery is getting very good results from its high-end Syrah, as evidenced by this jammy, dark wine that's charred, toasty and loaded with the essentials. Drink now or hold for a couple of years.",Cuvée Alexandre,26,90,Cachapoal Valley,,,Lapostolle 2004 Cuvée Alexandre Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2004-cuvee-alexandre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2004,Lapostolle
13.5,White,Chile,"The number of $20 Chards that rate this high are few and far between. We like this natural-yeast wine from a great vintage because it shows ripeness, balance and complexity. The nose is both toasty and sweet, while the melon, apple and mango flavors are ripe but not over the top. A big wine with New World kick; drink soon to appreciate its fruit quality.",Wild Ferment,21,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Wild Ferment Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-wild-ferment-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Errazuriz
14.6,Red,US,"You never quite know what to expect from a Cab Franc, but Napa red wine specialist Mitch Cosentino has produced one of the more definitive bottlings. It's softer and plumper than Cab Sauvignon, with a silky texture and lush cherry fruit that's been well-oaked. From a St. Helena vineyard.",Reserve,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cosentino 2003 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2003-reserve-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Cosentino
13.5,White,Australia,"De Bortoli's top wines come off their estate vineyards in the Yarra Valley, and this Chardonnay is a hit, balancing the lead-pencil scents of French oak barrels against layers of honeyed apple and pear fruit and a zippy note of citrus. It's round in the mouth without being fat, crisp on the finish while showing a touch of buttery richness. Drink now.",Estate Grown,25,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2005 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-estate-grown-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,De Bortoli
,Red,US,"A 50-50 blend of two top vineyards—Ciel du Cheval and Champoux, this is Cabernet Sauvignon with 12% Cab Franc blended in. The nose is open and bursting with detail: whiffs of herb, spice, mineral, violets and cinnamon. Strawberry and cherry fruit is annotated with green tea, herb and soy. It's a chewy little devil, more herbal than funky, but fascinating and complex.",Soleil,37,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2004 Soleil Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2004-soleil-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Soos Creek
,Red,US,"Not as immediately obvious as the beautiful '04, this is a more tannic, structured wine, yet it shows the pedigree of the vineyard. Cherry-pie filling, rhubarb, cola and cinnamon spice flavors take over the palate, leaving the impression of balanced, upscale richness in a silky texture. The tannins will be the perfect foil for lamb or veal.",Brown Ranch,60,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2005 Brown Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2005-brown-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Saintsbury
,Red,US,"This is 100% Cab Franc. Chandler Reach has made another terrific example, saturated and lush with sweet, ripe black cherry fruit. There is a hint of leather, plenty of snappy acid, well-modulated tannins and behind the tangy fruit a wine with pleasing texture and balance. It's muscular without steroids, a fine follow up to the excellent 2002.",Parris,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chandler Reach 2003 Parris Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandler-reach-2003-parris-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Chandler Reach
14.2,White,US,"Partially barrel-fermented, this Chard is a blend of Bien Nacido and Solomon Hills. It's a heavyweight, so full-bodied, in fact, that it's one of the rare California Chardonnays that will benefit from bottle age. It has a candied, English dessert trifle flavor of apricots, peaches, citrons and green apples, baked into a custardy pudding, and the caramelized taste of charred oak. You'll even find a dusting of tannins. Best after 2007, and for another five to seven years.",Fang Blanc,50,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ambullneo 2005 Fang Blanc Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambullneo-2005-fang-blanc-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Ambullneo
,Red,US,"This is Brian Carter's southern Rhône blend, two-thirds Syrah and one third Grenache. A lovely, dark, plummy purple, intensely fragrant with fresh berries, plums, whiffs of cocoa and sandalwood, a wine to sniff with contemplative pleasure. I love the details, and how the flavors follow the appealing nose with graceful harmony. Carter keeps the alcohol at 13.3% without sacrificing a bit of flavor or ripeness.",Byzance,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2003 Byzance Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2003-byzance-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Brian Carter
14,Red,Chile,"It took a few years for Odfjell to get its Aliara blend right. For starters, it's not an easy wine, as it's based on Carmenère and has Cabernet Sauvignon, Franc, Carignan and Malbec in the mix. But the 2003 is excellent in how it delivers coffee and other roasted aromas in front of ripe cassis, berry and chocolate flavors. It's one part savory and one part sweet; overall it's 100% impressive. 368 cases made.",Aliara,25,91,Central Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Aliara Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-aliara-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Odfjell
14,White,Italy,"I served this wine with endive salad and smoked salmon and it was absolutely divine. The blend of white grapes delivers delicious aromas of yellow flower, peach, creamy vanilla and crushed almond. It leaves a silky but rich impression in the mouth thanks to tonneau aging and traces of residual sugar; has enough body to match the smoky flavors of salmon.",Lis,32,91,,Venezia Giulia,,Lis Neris 2003 Lis White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2003-lis-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2003,Lis Neris
,White,US,"Planted in 1999, the estate Viognier is ripening well, and Kestrel doesn't hold back on the winemaking. Barrel fermented and left sur lie for nine months, this is exceptionally rich and buttery. It skates along the edge of volatility, but the intense flavors of lemon, lime, pineapple and tropical fruits make this irresistible.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2004 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2004,Kestrel
12,White,Australia,"Sorry to steal the moniker from the company's Shiraz, but this is Classic Clare too, offering bold flavors of honey-coated minerals perked up by curls of lime zest. Firmly built and close to dry, you can drink it now for its power and fruit, or hold it up to 10 years or more, if you like your Australian Rieslings with more age on them.",Bin 7,15,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 2005 Bin 7 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-2005-bin-7-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2005,Leasingham
14.2,Red,US,"The winery's reserve Cab has been variable over the years, but this '02 is really a very good wine that will reward cellaring. It's luscious now, but such are the tannins, the dry balance, and the freshness of the blackberry flavors, that time in the bottle is bound to reward. Should open by the end of 2007, and drink well for the next five years.",Reserve,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rodney Strong
13.5,White,Chile,"Meticulous winemaker Ignacio Recabarren has been working and working the Terrunyo Sauvignon Blanc for the past five years and in 2006 he seems to have nailed it. You can smell and taste its purity and style. The citrus and minerality are unparalleled in Chile, while the finish is as long as the country it comes from.",Terrunyo,25,91,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2006 Terrunyo Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2006-terrunyo-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"This 100% Cab inverts the formula of the winery's other two reds, blending vineyards rather than varieties. About 45% comes from Boushey in the Yakima Valley, another 45% from Artz on Red Mountain, and the rest from Destiny Ridge in the Horse Heaven Hills. It is the most fruit-driven and forward of the three, and the well-matched vineyard blend puts the focus on the varietal character of the grape, using the different terroirs to create a complete wine. Very sophisticated handling of the different lots creates a whole that is worthy of its parts.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fall Line 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fall-line-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Fall Line
9.5,Dessert,Austria,"The Wenzel family continue to make small quantities of finely crafted wines, like this intensely flavored Sauvignon Blanc. The sweetness is well controlled by fresh acidity and lemon curd flavors, while the honey gives the right amount of dryness. Age it for another 5 years.",Sauvignon Blanc Ruster Ausbruch,,91,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Wenzel 2004 Sauvignon Blanc Ruster Ausbruch Sauvignon Blanc (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wenzel-2004-sauvignon-blanc-ruster-ausbruch-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Wenzel
17,Dessert,Italy,There's a lot going on in this little bottle: Resin and toasted pinenut appear over rich notes of maple syrup and dried fruit. Flavors of toasted wood add dimension and the wine closes with a soft and feminine touch of melted lavender honey.,Vin Santo,20,91,Tuscany,Colli Etruria Centrale,,Fattoria Poggio Capponi 2002 Vin Santo White (Colli Etruria Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-poggio-capponi-2002-vin-santo-white-colli-etruria-centrale/,White Blend,2002,Fattoria Poggio Capponi
14.6,Red,US,"Pinots from this vineyard have been variable, but the '05 is one of the best in years. The long, cool vintage yielded exceptionally ripe grapes, rich in cherries, pomegranates, cola and root beer flavor, yet the wine maintains a delicately dry, crisp silkiness. With quite a bit of new oak, this is a delicious Pinot best enjoyed in the next few years.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,35,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2005 Mitsuko's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2005-mitsukos-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Clos Pegase
14.2,Red,US,"Here's a dark, young Pinot that needs a little time to come around. It's fresh and pert in primary blackberry and cherry fruit, with smoky oak that hasn't quite integrated yet. You could drink it now with decanting, but it really wants a couple of years to knit together and become softer and more gracious.",Limited Selection,48,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2004 Limited Selection Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2004-limited-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gainey
,Dessert,Austria,"Ripe nuts and white fruits give a fresh, light, almost dancing character to this wine. It is still young to taste, with the fruits and acidity still developing, but there is also some mature Riesling character just creeping in. Plenty of time for more aging, though.",Beerenauslese Riesling,29,91,Neusiedlersee,,,H.& C. Nittnaus 2001 Beerenauslese Riesling Riesling (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-c-nittnaus-2001-beerenauslese-riesling-neusiedlersee/,Riesling,2001,H.& C. Nittnaus
,White,US,"This exceptionally rich Sémillon is aged in neutral barrels. The fruit is firm and tart, showing a mix of pineapple and green citrus and berry. An underlying minerality adds texture and more firmness; the wine does not show excessive flesh, but is loaded with lovely acid and fruit, and a hint of toastiness in the finish. About one third comes from 25-year-old vines, some of the state's oldest Sémillon.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Amavi 2005 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2005-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2005,Amavi
,Red,US,"Tight, elegant and showing less of the Merlot's broad, up front fruit flavor, but it's very well structured. The winery's barrel regimen adds a lot of coffee grounds and dark chocolate. In a riper year such as this, the vineyard loses the herbal character; here the fruit is tight and acidic, clean and tasting of ripe berry and plum.",,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pepper Bridge
14,White,Italy,"A sparkling appearance with brilliant golden highlights sets the stage for this rich and vibrant wine that delivers notes of fresh pineapple, melon, citrus flower, pear and apricot. The mouthfeel is lush and intense and boosted by peach and almond flavors. Sauvignon, Tocai and Pinot Bianco are aged in new French and American oak.",Cicinis,38,91,,Collio,,Tenuta Conti Attems 2004 Cicinis White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-conti-attems-2004-cicinis-white-collio/,White Blend,2004,Tenuta Conti Attems
14.5,Red,Australia,"At first sniff, this seems overly oaky, stuffed with vanilla, cedar and wood spice, but give it a chance. As it sits in the glass, the fruit begins to emerge, and on the palate, there's ample berry fruit to complement the lavish oak. It's creamy and richly textured, with a layered, vanilla-like finish. Drink now–2012.",Blackwell,35,91,South Australia,Barossa,,St Hallett 2004 Blackwell Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2004-blackwell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2004,St Hallett
13.5,White,Italy,"Here is a beautifully executed northern white (mostly barrel-fermented Chardonnay and Tocai Friulano) with pristine notes of stone fruit, banana, pineapple, vanilla and yellow flowers. It has good intensity in the mouth with a silky, creamy feel and very good persistency on the finish.",Bianco,49,91,,Venezia Giulia,,Mario Schiopetto 2004 Bianco White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2004-bianco-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2004,Mario Schiopetto
15,Red,Chile,"Opens with tobacco, leather and prune, and two sniffs is all you need to determine that this is something special. The '04 Folly seems more subdued and maybe a bit more balanced than previous efforts, which stressed power and extract. This wine has some snap to go with the expected black fruit, chocolate and black olive flavors and accents.",Folly,93,91,Apalta,,,Montes 2004 Folly Syrah (Apalta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-folly-shiraz-syrah-syrah-apalta/,Syrah,2004,Montes
13,Dessert,US,"Actually from Carneros, this is a sweet, apricot- and pineapple-infused wine balanced with crisp acidity. It tastes like it has some botrytis, to judge by the honeyed richness. Notable for its crisp, harmonious balance.",Late Harvest,55,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,John Anthony 2005 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2005-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,John Anthony
,White,US,"Superripe, supersaturated style with rich, thick flavors of pear, peach and papaya, enlivened with cinnamon and toasted coconut spice. This is very well made, and carries its heft with grace and a certain amount of precision. The nose is exceptionally complex, layered with tropical fruits, citrus, mint, exotic spices and more. The finish lingers sensuously.",,37,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hudson Shah 2005 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-shah-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2005,Hudson Shah
14,Red,Argentina,"is one way to describe this Cabernet-Malbec blend. The bouquet is full of smoky balsam wood, leather and solid berry fruit, while the palate is both juicy and plentiful as it pushes equal amounts of bold black fruit and warming oak. A very solid Argentinean icon wine with impeccable structure and liveliness. Better in 2008.",Caro,42,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2003 Caro Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2003-caro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2003,Bodegas Caro
14,Red,New Zealand,"This wine was a big award winner back in New Zealand, and it's easy to see why. It's full-bodied and rich but never heavy, with complex aromas and flavors that include cola and coffee, black cherries and plums, cinnamon and clove. Finishes long, with mouthwatering acids and a fine coating of silky tannins. Delicious now, but should last through at least 2012, maybe longer.",,35,92,Central Otago,,,Wooing Tree 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wooing-tree-2005-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2005,Wooing Tree
14.9,Red,US,"Shows rich, ripe, Cabernet-style cassis and chocolate fruit and softly ripe,   sweet tannins. The fresh acidity gives it an extra boost. Give it time. Best 2007–2012.",Carmela-Katie Bien Nacidio Vineyards,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Nonno Zito 2002 Carmela-Katie Bien Nacidio Vineyards Merlot (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nonno-zito-2002-carmela-katie-bien-nacidio-merlot-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Merlot,2002,Nonno Zito
,Red,US,"A blend of 45% Merlot, 45% Cab Franc and the rest Cab. The wine is compact and tannic, but not over-built or chalky. It clearly demonstrates the underlying iron and mineral character of Red Mountain, and despite its youth it drinks well with a bit of breathing time. This is a wine that should continue to evolve nicely in bottle for up to a decade.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Fall Line 2004 Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fall-line-2004-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Fall Line
15.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone enthusiasts will be delighted by the resin, cola, menthol and pressed raisin notes that this gorgeous wine delivers. It's a big, bold wine that doesn't hold back in terms of heat, power and general intensity: A challenge to pair with food, but an enological treat nonetheless.",,60,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2001  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2001,Zenato
14.5,White,US,"Here's a seriously good Chardonnay that fruit lovers will covet, but it's also enormously oaky. I like all that new French wood because the caramelly, smoky vanilla and buttered toast, which is boosted by total malolactic fermentation, works so well with the mangoes, papayas and pineapples. But I know people who would call this Chard toothpicky.",Reserve,29,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2004-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Merryvale
14.1,Red,US,"The talent at St. Supéry is evident in this lush, balanced Merlot. It has the famously ripe, forward fruit of a great Napa red, but shows the balance, harmony and complexity you expect when you fork over forty bucks. Smooth and polished, this low-production red is gorgeous now, and should hold and soften for another eight years. Available exclusively from the winery.",,40,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,St. Supéry 2004 Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2004-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,2004,St. Supéry
14.1,Red,US,"A very good followup to the excellent '02, the '03 is plush and ripe and ageable. With forward cherry, blackberry, cassis and chocolate flavors, it offers plenty of opulence now, but has the tannic backbone to peak and then gradually fade for 10 years. Signorello's estate Cab is really one of the more dependable bottlings in the valley.",Estate,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Signorello
13.5,Red,US,"If you're looking for a Cabernet that has all the hallmarks of California cool-climate ripeness and balance, without demanding to be noticed for itself, try this one. It's dry, elegant and juicy, teasing the palate with fruit, yet wisely pulls back at the last moment, so the food can star. The black currants and smoky oak will perfectly match a charred steak.",Heritage Reserve,50,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2003 Heritage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2003-heritage-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Schug
14.9,Red,US,"This is a new winery for me, and one to keep an eye on. They say the vineyard is 11 miles from Tomales Bay, which would put it close enough to the Pacific to get chilly winds and fog. In this hot vintage, the wine sure did get ripe, with cherry liqueur, raspberry jam, white chocolate and cola flavors, but is harmoniously dry, with crisp, balancing acidity and a rewardingly silky texture.",Grower's Reserve,50,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Clary Ranch 2004 Grower's Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clary-ranch-2004-growers-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Clary Ranch
14.5,Red,Chile,"Everything about this select-level Carmenère is impressive. It's colorful and wrapped in a cloak of classy oak. The palate is juicy and balanced to a tee, with dark berry flavors busting free. A little young oak emerges on the finish, but it vanishes in short order once you air things out. A wonderful red wine regardless of variety. 300 cases made.",Single Vineyard,25,92,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2005 Single Vineyard Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2005-single-vineyard-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2005,De Martino
14,Red,Spain,"With 14% Cabernet and Merlot added to prime Tempranillo, this wine jabs early with toasty oak, forest floor and roasted berry aromas, and then follows it up with full-bodied blackberry fruit accented by tobacco, leather and warm earth. It has body but also a firm, acidic core; and the tannins are totally manageable. Already drinking well but will improve over the next two to five years.",,35,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Villacreces 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-villacreces-2004-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Finca Villacreces
,Red,US,"Made in a consistent style, this already delivers lush berry, plum, cherry and currant fruit, wrapped in generous new oak (90% of the wine was aged in small French oak barrels). Winemaker John Duval keeps the alcohol at a sensible 14.3%, and adds a small amount of Cabernet Sauvignon to stiffen the spine.",,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sequel 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequel-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Sequel
,White,US,"Grapes are sourced from top vineyards such as Elerding and Milbrandt, and the wine is given 100% barrel fermentation. This is a rich, ripe, almost unctuous style of Viognier, and it is impossible to resist. Lush, creamy and loaded with tropical fruits, it fills the mouth with warm, round fruit, and sails into a lingering finish of bananas and cream.",,18,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2005 Viognier (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2005-viognier-other/,Viognier,2005,Coeur d'Alene
14.1,Red,US,"A sturdy young Cabernet showing great harmony and class. It's fresh in ripe tannins, very poised and balanced, with a great depth of cedary blackberry fruit. This is really classic Napa Cabernet, so elegant, and a great food wine.",,110,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Spottswoode 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spottswoode-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Spottswoode
,Red,US,"Again winemaker Dave Larsen has made a classic Ciel du Cheval Cabernet, an austere mix of mineral and green tea flavors, hard and tight and densely compacted. The opening aromas hint at dried grass and wild berries, with a bracing minerality. This is a vintage (and a vineyard) that will certainly reward cellaring, for up to 20 years. The alcohol is a moderate 14.1%.",Ciel du Cheval,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Soos Creek 2004 Ciel du Cheval Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2004-ciel-cheval-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Soos Creek
16.6,Red,US,"From a 1,700-foot vineyard high above the valley comes this compellingly delicious Zinfandel. A word of caution: The alcohol is 16.6%. But the wine isn't at all hot, and high alcohol is the price you pay for the lush, ripe fruitiness achieved in this scorching vintage. Brims with cherries, blackberries, raspberries, chocolate and spice, finishing long and dry.",Carl's Vineyard,26,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2004 Carl's Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2004-carls-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Wilson
14.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Frescobaldi's superstar Luce della Vite makes a bold statement thanks to its ruby concentration and intensely inviting aromas of cherry, cola, leather, vanilla and blackberry. It is a big, modern wine (50-50 Sangiovese and Merlot) that flaunts many deep layers of intensity and flavor with firm tannins and excellent persistency on the finish.",Luce,75,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Luce della Vite 2003 Luce Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luce-della-vite-2003-luce-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2003,Luce della Vite
,Red,US,"Fascinating; this was co-fermented with 7% whole cluster Roussanne, then blended with another 4% Viognier. Inky, vivid, saturated and loaded with appealing scents of meat, smoke, cedar, pencil shavings, blackberry, black cherry and much more, this is Washington's answer to Barossa Shiraz. Yet the alcohol remains a sensible 14.3%, and the wine has impeccable balance.",Block 17,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2004 Block 17 Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2004-block-17-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2004,Alexandria Nicole
,Red,US,"Mixed tart and racy fruit flavors of blueberry and plum, pie cherry and more are softly coddled with spicy, chocolaty oak. This is the best wine Alexandria Nicole has yet produced, and should pave the way for more Washington-made Bordeaux blends to emulate this fruit-driven, well-balanced style.",Destiny Ridge Vineyard,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2004 Destiny Ridge Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2004-destiny-ridge-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2004,Alexandria Nicole
14,White,South Africa,"Enticing aromas of herb, peach and pear lead this delicious SB from centuries-old winery Warwick, whose vineyards are situated on the slopes of Stellenbosh-Simonsberg. The flavors are zesty, with more peach, pear and citrus on the palate, but the overall feel is one of poise and integration. This is a very good example of a wine in which flirty and focused elements marry successfully.",Professor Black,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2006 Professor Black Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2006-professor-black-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Warwick
,Red,France,"A blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cab Franc, here is a wine that seduces with its spice and fresh, smooth fruits. It is not intensely powerful, relying more on its fruits to attract. The new wood flavors add complexity, although at this stage they are still too dominant.",,,87,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château les Hauts-Conseillants 2004  Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hauts-conseillants-2004-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château les Hauts-Conseillants
14,Red,Germany,"This is one of the more impressive German Pinot Noirs we've reviewed at Wine Enthusiast. No, it's not the most complex Pinot, but the flavors are true and it nails Pinot's elusive mouthfeel. The silky texture delivers cherry and vanilla flavors, then turns crisp on the finish.",Rüdesheimer Berg Roseneck QbA Trocken,22,87,Rheingau,,,Carl Ehrhard 2004 Rüdesheimer Berg Roseneck QbA Trocken Pinot Noir (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-ehrhard-2004-rudesheimer-berg-roseneck-qba-trocken-pinot-noir-rheingau/,Pinot Noir,2004,Carl Ehrhard
,Red,France,"Soft, pleasant wine that lacks intensity. There is some good acidity as well as fresh fruit, but there's also an unappealing bitterness.",,,87,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Ferrière 2004  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferriere-2004-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Ferrière
,Red,France,"grand showplace of Fronsac, the fairytale castle of Rivière is now also a B&B. In terms of wines, this is firm, quite dark in texture, almost austere, with just hints of ripe fruit showing through.",,,87,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château de la Rivière 2004  Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-riviere-2004-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château de la Rivière
14.2,Red,US,"The aromas of white pepper, blackberries grilled meat bone and smoke promise a classy, Hermitage-like Syrah, but it's not the Northern Rhône at all. Definitely California, with its soft tannins and acids and almost sweet berry pie filling flavors. Drink soon.",,27,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Peter Cellars 2004 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-cellars-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2004,Peter Cellars
13.5,Red,Spain,"Hickory, maple and light berry aromas are act one. Next there's mild fruit flavors, tobacco and tomato notes on the palate. Finishes chunky, round and with mocha flavors. It's a touch warm and sweet, but overall it hangs in there.",Pomar de Burgos Reserva,40,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pomar Viñedos 2000 Pomar de Burgos Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-vinedos-2000-burgos-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2000,Pomar Viñedos
14,Red,South Africa,"Just looking at this wine whets the appetite, with its dark, dense ruby color hinting at the rich fruit that awaits. The nose is ripe and lush, with a touch of oaky spice and the flavors sturdy and round. A substantial backbone means the wine can age, but it's very good now, especially if paired with duck or grilled steak.",,14,87,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2003 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2003,Fleur Du Cap
14.8,Red,US,"A single-vineyard Cab that's so ripe, it's like a spoonful of jam. Cherries, blackberries, raspberries, carob, coffee and new oak are the flavors, in a full-bodied wine where the tannins are firm.",Wight Vineyard,75,87,California,Napa,St. Helena,Lewelling 2003 Wight Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lewelling-2003-wight-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Lewelling
14.8,Red,US,"A Syrah-based blend of the two Cabs with Zinfandel, this is a fairly rough-edged, very ripe wine. It's upfront in cherry-berry, cola, leather, chocolate and spice flavors, and finishes dry and tannic.",Cuvee des Artistes,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RN Estate 2004 Cuvee des Artistes Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rn-estate-2004-cuvee-artistes-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,RN Estate
14.8,Red,US,"Zins from this vineyard are always big, ripe and exuberant. The challenge is to keep the wines elegant. In 2004, Joel Peterson had to struggle, for the grapes were enormously ripe. But he has managed to keep the overall balance, while retaining the vineyard's key traits of gigantic wild berry fruit that fully merits the considerable oak overlay.",Big River,30,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ravenswood 2004 Big River Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2004-big-river-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Ravenswood
14.6,Red,US,"One of Ravenswood's most dependable Zins, this contains a good proportion of Petite Sirah, making it ripe and full-bodied. In a warm vintage like '04, the wine is almost Porty, with strong blackberry, plum, stewed prune, plumped raisin and peppery spice flavors. Yet it remains dry and balanced. Best with rich barbecues and roasts.",Barricia,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 2004 Barricia Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2004-barricia-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Ravenswood
13.5,Red,Australia,"This medium-bodied, nicely structured Pinot Noir is impeccably made, it just could use a touch more flesh to round it out and give it a more seductive nature. Toast and black cherry aromas carry a slight briary or herbal nuance, while the flavors at this early juncture favor toasted marshmallow and caramel, followed by notes of chocolate and coffee. Giuve it a couple of years for the oak to integrate.",,,87,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Stefano Lubiana 2005 Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-lubiana-2005-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2005,Stefano Lubiana
14.5,White,US,"The vineyard is far better known for Pinot Noir. In fact, this is the first Chardonnay I've had from it. It's a very dry, high-acid wine. Compared to lusher Chards, it's a lean wine, streamlined in zingy citrus, wintergreen and mineral flavors, with a richer edge of sweet oak.",La Rinconada Vineyard,30,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2003 La Rinconada Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2003-rinconada-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2003,Sanford
,Red,France,"A rich, fruity example of Saint-Emilion. The wine has a great depth of blackberry fruit flavors, with a touch of cocoa. Richness comes from the spicy wood.",,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Teyssier 2004  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-teyssier-2004-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Teyssier
,Red,US,"The winery's signature bottling remains a staple for PS lovers. Dark berry flavors pick up hints of spice and herb on the tannic finish. It's reasonably full-bodied, but it does have a slightly tart, constricted feel to the finish. Drink now or hold 3–5 years.",Limited Release,14,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Limited Release Petite Sirah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-limited-release-petite-sirah-central-coast/,Petite Sirah,2004,Concannon
10,White,Germany,"The house style at Pauly-Bergweiler is one of ripeness and sugar, so it's no surprise that even its entry-level wine shows plenty of weight and sucrosity. Corn oil and acacia blossom scents accent baked apple, cinnamon and honey flavors that linger on the finish. Drink now.",Noble House,10,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2005 Noble House Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2005-noble-house-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
14,Red,Spain,"Leathery and earthy, with some heavier, muddled characteristics that reflect the vintage. Overall, this wine is not on the same level as the superior 2004, but as it opens it shows a willing mouthfeel and finishing flavors of red currant and cranberry. If you own this along with the 2004, drink this one before the other.",,35,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Villacreces 2003  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-villacreces-2003-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Finca Villacreces
12,White,South Africa,"This wine is immediately likeable and pleases from the nose right through to the elegant finish. Its tropical fruit nose is flecked with fig, lemon and snappy green pepper, while the flavors are ripe and round, with enough acidity to keep it light on the tongue. An overall freshness here makes this wine fun, but it's interesting enough to be memorable after the last drop is gone. Imported by Cape Classics.",,20,86,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2006-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Mulderbosch
,Red,France,"Lalande-de-Pomerol, the village to the northwest of Pomerol proper, often produces wines that are very structured, but lack the velvet fruit of Pomerol itself. Here is a fine example, a wine that is very reticent with its fruit, but that blasts its way through on structure and dense tannins.",,,86,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château la Croix Bellevue 2004  Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-bellevue-2004-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château la Croix Bellevue
,Red,France,"A dry, rather dark, textured wine, that shows some green pepper character. Not up to the normal standard from Fieuzal.",,,86,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2004  Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2004-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château de Fieuzal
,Red,US,"An easy-drinking Merlot priced right for restaurants seeking a by-the-glass wine, this is smooth and soft, with hints of red raspberry and herbs complemented by vanilla and caramel.",Selected Vineyards,10,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Selected Vineyards Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-selected-vineyards-merlot-central-coast-72014/,Merlot,2004,Concannon
13.5,Red,US,"A good everyday Zin, with lots of fresh, ripe cherry, raspberry and blackberry fruit accented with a generous dusting of spice. Finishes dry and clean.",,14,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Clos du Bois 2004 Zinfandel (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2004-zinfandel-north-coast/,Zinfandel,2004,Clos du Bois
10.5,White,Germany,"Fills the need for a light poolside quaffer, combining aromas of fresh greens, lime and apple with a hint of slate-driven minerality. Green apple and citrus flavors could use a little more length and intensity, but overall it's nicely balanced, crisp and focused.",,11,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Clean Slate 2005 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clean-slate-2005-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Clean Slate
12,White,Australia,"This light- to medium-bodied wine avoids the vegetal side of Sauvignon Blanc, instead offering scents of green apple and lime, maybe a hint of pineapple. The texture is crystalline and hard, adding bright passion fruit flavors and a tart, citrusy finish. Drink now.",Matilda Plains,14,86,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bremerton 2006 Matilda Plains Sauvignon Blanc (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bremerton-2006-matilda-plains-sauvignon-blanc-langhorne-creek/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Bremerton
12.5,White,Australia,"This bargain-priced Riesling from Wolf Blass features aromas of lime sherbet alongside hints of quince and floral elements. On the palate, it's intense and zippy, filled with loads of apple and lime flavor. It's not especially complex, but bold and strident.",Yellow Label,12,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2006 Yellow Label Riesling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2006-yellow-label-riesling-south/,Riesling,2006,Wolf Blass
14.4,White,US,"A nice Chardonnay, delicious in tropical fruit, apricot and spice flavors boosted with crisp acidity, and well-oaked. Yet it's strangely one-dimensional. The fruit got so ripe that maybe it was stripped of complexity and nuance.",Brosseau Vineyard,39,87,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2005 Brosseau Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2005-brosseau-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2005,Testarossa
13.8,Red,US,"Artemis has been spotty over the years. The '04 is a good wine, showing many of the best qualities of Napa Cab. The blackberry and tobacco fruit is rich and dry, the oak is fine, and the tannic structure is deep enough to allow for midterm aging. Best now through 2010.",Artemis,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2004 Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2004-artemis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,Australia,"A bit floral and peppery, with meat and mixed berry flavors as well. Easy quaffing, and nicely complex at this price point.",,14,87,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Rocky Gully 2004 Shiraz-Viognier (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocky-gully-2004-shiraz-syrah-viognier-frankland-river/,Shiraz-Viognier,2004,Rocky Gully
,Red,France,"From vineyards just outside the Saint-Emilion appellation, this oak-aged, Merlot-dominated wine is rich and well-padded, layered with sweet blackberry fruits, and soft, ripe tannins. It is easy to drink now, fruity although it should age over 3–4 years.",,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Pezat 2004  Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezat-2004-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Pezat
14.1,Red,US,"Dry and smooth as satin, this Mourvèdre satisfies for its lush texture and complex flavors. Cherry, blackberry and smoky plum fruit is balanced with earthier tones of mushrooms, game and leather, leading to a long, spicy finish.",,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 Mourvèdre (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-mourvedre-sierra-foothills/,Mourvèdre,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14.8,Red,US,"This is a tannic, full-bodied Syrah. With fleshy blackberry, cola, chocolate and coffee flavors, it has a rustic mouthfeel and a dry astringency. This might age to greater softness and complexity in a few years.",High Slopes,35,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 High Slopes Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-high-slopes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14.1,Red,US,"Slightly earthy and angular, with some sharp tannins and a streak of wintergreen, this Pinot has a clean, silky mouthfeel. The solid core of cherries makes it appealing. Drink now.",Seven Twenty Eight,38,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fiddlehead 2003 Seven Twenty Eight Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlehead-2003-seven-twenty-eight-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Fiddlehead
,Red,France,"In the northern reaches of the Haut-Médoc, Verdignan's place in the world is as classic middle-ranking Bordeaux, with good value. And this 2004 fits the bill very well: ripe, juicy fruit, acidity and freshness, a solid tannic structure, developing over four years.",,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Verdignan 2004  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-verdignan-2004-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Verdignan
14,Red,Spain,"More earthy and chunky than you might expect for an '02 Crianza. The nose belts forth with cola, leather and brambly red fruit, and the palate is mostly fresh raspberry and oak-based vanilla. Fairly tight on the finish, with a nuttiness akin to popcorn or peanuts. The mouthfeel is sort of scouring so we recommend drinking this wine with grilled meat or something along those lines.",Teófilo Reyes Tinto Crianza,30,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Reyes 2002 Teófilo Reyes Tinto Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-reyes-2002-teofilo-tinto-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2002,Bodegas Reyes
13.5,Red,US,"Costs a buck or two more than it used to, but the quality of VR has risen, as the winery's grape sources are entirely from estate coastal grapes. This Cab is very ripe and soft, with lavish cherry, cassis and chocolate flavors. The finish is dry and clean.",Vintner's Reserve,18,87,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-california-67712/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Kendall-Jackson
13,Red,Spain,"Ripe, saturated and raring to go, this tyke takes no prisoners as it pumps forward with berry aromas and then robust flavors of black cherry and bitter chocolate. There's little to no finesse on this fruit ball, but it will go with any grilled meat.",Vendima Seleccionada,15,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alvides 2004 Vendima Seleccionada  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvides-2004-vendima-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Alvides
,Red,France,"A small property bought by Jean-Louis Trocard in 1995. This 2004 is dominated, perhaps too much, by new wood. It is difficult to taste the fruit through the wood, and it tastes too light for the amount of wood present. It could come around, but for now, it is for those who like toast and vanilla flavors.",,29,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Franc la Rose 2004  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-rose-2004-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Franc la Rose
14.5,Red,Australia,"The dominant note is sour plum. Grace notes of mint, chocolate and leather give it a modicum of complexity, but this blend of 50% Shiraz, 25% Mourvèdre and 25% Grenache is tart and a bit clipped on the finish. It's medium-bodied, with a slightly creamy texture, but lacks the richness and expansiveness of the best Australian blends.",Harmony,33,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Mt. Billy 2003 Harmony Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-billy-2003-harmony-red-barossa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Mt. Billy
14.1,Red,US,"The grapes come from the Kenwood area, a warm region of the valley. A very ripe Cab with a little Merlot and Syrah, this is well-structured, with a fine North Coast acid-tannin balance. There's a raisiny taste that suggests the wine is not ageable, but it's pretty now.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Peter Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Peter Cellars
13,Red,Spain,"Generic and maturing, but still juicy and showing proper tannins and mouthfeel. A middleweight with securing balance and decent fruit intensity, it's mouthfilling and uncomplicated, with finishing notes of coconut and mocha.",,16,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Monte Negro 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-negro-2004-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Monte Negro
13.5,Red,US,"Tasted with Conn Creek's Yountville Cab, this is the lesser bottling, probably due to the vintage. It was warm to hot, and this Cab has notes of overripe chocolate-covered raisins and Port. The difference of a few degrees seem to have made this one ponderous, giving the nod to the cooler Cab from the south.",Collins Vineyard,45,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Conn Creek 2003 Collins Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2003-collins-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Conn Creek
,White,US,"This carries a touch of copper to its color courtesy of some skin contact, and maybe that accounts for the hints of berries found in its aromas as well. This is a slightly thick-textured Pinot Gris, with flashy almond, apple, citrus and melon flavors. Drink now.",Limited Release,14,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2005 Limited Release Pinot Gris (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2005-limited-release-pinot-gris-central-coast-72015/,Pinot Gris,2005,Concannon
13,Red,Australia,"Tamar Ridge's 2003 Pinot Noir is on the oaky side, with aromas of toast and caramel overshadowing the slightly mushroomy black-cherry fruit. The mouthfeel is round and the tannins soft, this just needs slightly more concentrated fruit and a lighter hand with the oak.",,25,86,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Tamar Ridge 2003 Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamar-ridge-2003-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2003,Tamar Ridge
11,White,Germany,"Floral and fresh-smelling, this is true to its Mosel origins. It may be a little higher in alcohol (11%) and rounder than expected, but it's still charming in a buxom sort of way, offering pear and melon flavors augmented by a bit of spice. Drink now.",Private Collection,12,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Thomas Schmitt 2005 Private Collection Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-schmitt-2005-private-collection-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Thomas Schmitt
14.1,Red,Australia,"One of three labels from Hood Wines, Storm Bay is perhaps the most modern, featuring bright cherry and sassafras aromas and herb and cherry flavors. The texture is soft and pillowy, while the finish is crisp and lingering. Not as complex as some of the other Tasmanian Pinots, but still well crafted.",,20,86,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Storm Bay 2005 Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storm-bay-2005-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2005,Storm Bay
13.8,Red,US,"Softly tannic and a little rustic, yet the cherry, cassis and oak flavors are worth savoring. Will satisfy fans of dry, ripe Cabs now, but could develop nuances with four or five years in the bottle.",Mt. Diablo,26,86,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Sterling Albert 2004 Mt. Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-albert-2004-mt-diablo-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Sterling Albert
13.5,White,US,"These divas are some winemaking women, and they've produced a Chard of style and elegance. It's long on crisp green apples, with richer notes of pineapple marmalade and butterscotch, and is completely dry. Very nice for the price.",,13,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Divas Uncorked 2005 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/divas-uncorked-2005-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Divas Uncorked
13,Red,Spain,"Seems a little raw and fiery but there's also attractive red licorice and raspberry aromas to balance things out. In the mouth, the strawberry and raspberry flavors are real and likable, albeit kind of thin. So while it's not in the heavily extracted style, it's still got good fruit and integrity.",Roble,13,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña del Frade 2005 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-frade-2005-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Viña del Frade
15.4,Red,US,"No fancy name for this two-grape blend, and it's not a fancy wine, either. Direct in berry, earthy coffee, dark bitter chocolate and peppery spice flavors, it's bone dry and tannic. The alcohol is kind of high, and makes for a hot finish, but a good steak will help.",Syrah Mourvedre,35,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RN Estate 2003 Syrah Mourvedre Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rn-estate-2003-syrah-mourvedre-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,RN Estate
15.9,Red,US,"If anything, this wine is even sweeter and more chocolaty than Rideau's regular Syrah, and that seems to be the point from this winery that likes ripeness to the point of dessert. Soft and gentle, it's easy to drink, with the flashy opulence of one of those cherry-liqueur-filled chocolate candies.",Iris Estate,58,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Rideau 2004 Iris Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-iris-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2004,Rideau
13.5,Red,Spain,"The aromas veer toward grilled hamburger, pepper and roasted black fruit, and the bouquet never gets more fruity or expressive than that. The fact is that this is a full, weighty product of a warm year. There's not much acidity and the flavors run perilously close to raisin. Still, if you get at it now there's likable prune, tobacco and dark chocolate characteristics.",Crianza,57,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Requiem 2003 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/requiem-2003-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Requiem
,White,Australia,"One of Larchet's own brands, this wine is soft and broad in texture, with pear and citrus flavors that finish apple-y fresh.",Unoaked,10,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,The Wishing Tree 2006 Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wishing-tree-2006-unoaked-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2006,The Wishing Tree
14.3,Red,US,"Fruit is the star in this Bordeaux blend that offers a wealth of date nut raisin bread, cola, milk chocolate, cherry-pie filling and orange marmalade flavors that finish dry and balanced. This is definitely one for early consumption.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sebastiani 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Sebastiani
,Red,France,"Light and lean, showing the downside of 2004, this wine only redeems itself with its fresh fruit and spiciness.",,,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Beaumont 2004  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaumont-2004-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Beaumont
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This reserve Cabernet from Stellensbosch displays aromas of oak spice and currant and its berry flavors are subtle and elegant. Could use a touch more tannic backbone and complexity of flavor, but it has a gentle touch that will please people who favor Old World wines over younger, more aggressive styles.",Reserve,45,86,Stellenbosch,,,Le Riche 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-riche-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Le Riche
14.3,White,US,"A blend of Marsanne, Viognier and Roussanne, this wine, which was grown at 3,000 feet, has a rustic feeling. Acidity controls the palate, making the ripe peach, green apple, pineapple and wildflower flavors finish tart. Might pick up bottle complexity in five or six years.",Enigma,22,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2005 Enigma White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2005-enigma-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14.5,Red,Australia,"Consumers looking for a soft, fleshy Merlot at a bargain price need look no further than this bottling. It's plummy and a bit herbal, but loaded with attractive vanilla notes. Easy to drink; a good by-the-glass pour.",Steeple Jack,7,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Ballast Stone Estate Wines 2004 Steeple Jack Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballast-stone-estate-wines-2004-steeple-jack-merlot-south/,Merlot,2004,Ballast Stone Estate Wines
13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit light and lucent at the edges, with raspberry/strawberry aromas that are hardly demanding nor overbearing. The palate on this middleweight shows lighter cherry and apple skins, while pepper and scratchy acids reign on the finish. Drink now or wait for the better 2004s and 2005s.",Crianza,15,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2003 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2003-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Viña Mayor
14,Red,Spain,"Sweet, fruity and much like you've seen many times before, this is a satisfying, nicely made fruitball with lots of oomph and admirable richness and balance. It's young and grabby, but gets better with some airing. Good with ham and/or chorizo.",,9,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Gormaz 2005  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-gormaz-2005-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Viña Gormaz
14,Red,Spain,"Elite more in name than product. This wine shows a lot of espresso and blackened leather aromas. In the mouth, it's a touch green and listing, with short fruit flavors sitting in front of a toasty, woody finish. Firm but short, with only a modicum of flesh and flourish. Overall it's good but hard to justify at $50. 1,000 cases produced. Imported by Dana Importers, Inc.",Elite,50,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2003 Elite  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2003-elite-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Pradorey
9,White,Germany,"This lightweight auslese features admirable minerality in its crisp green apple and lime aromas and flavors. Frankly sweet flavors turn tart and malic, then thin out a little on the finish, but this is a solid commercial offering.",Auslese,11,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Gabriel 2005 Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-gabriel-2005-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,St. Gabriel
14,Red,South Africa,"Tobacco spice and cherry dominate this unfiltered Cabernet. It's full-bodied with moderately sturdy tannins and the finish is persistent and pleasurable. A good, access-ible Cabernet that is just right and does not require a great amount of philosophizing. Pair it with a rack of lamb and leave the rest to nature.",,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Fleur Du Cap
13.7,White,Australia,"This wine comes across as strongly citrusy at first, then picks up more nuanced scents of pineapple and corn silk. It's round and amply endowed on the palate, with a lot of sweet corn character, but otherwise well done.",Estate Bottled,17,86,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Frogmore Creek 2005 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogmore-creek-2005-estate-bottled-chardonnay-tasmania/,Chardonnay,2005,Frogmore Creek
14.2,Red,US,"Cab Franc seems to produce an interesting wine in these foothills, where it shows intense cherry flavors while maintaining good acidic balance and dryness. French Hill's is typical of the better class, showing nuances of carob, lavender and spice. Drink now.",,30,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,French Hill 2004 Cabernet Franc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-hill-2004-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Franc,2004,French Hill
,Red,France,"Fresh and light, this is a wine that should be drunk now. The fruit is soft, juicy and easy.",,,86,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Paveil de Luze 2004  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paveil-luze-2004-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Paveil de Luze
,Red,France,"Pure fruits and black currant juice flavor are just lightly layered with some tannins making this wine easy, fresh and refreshing. Enjoy now.",,,86,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lieujean 2004  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lieujean-2004-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Lieujean
,Red,France,"With its ultra-low yields, and 20 months aging in new French oak, this is very much in the mold of the “garage wines” of the 1990s. It is superrich, weighed down with luscious fruit, powerful toast and spice wood flavors. At 14% alcohol, it is strong indeed for Bordeaux.",,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Dubreuil 2004  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-dubreuil-2004-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Clos Dubreuil
,Red,France,"One of the many Bordeaux properties owned by the Lurton family, Villegeorge's 2004 is light and fresh, delicate almost, with ripe red berry fruits and a modicum of tannins and acidity. Drink now, or age for five years.",,,86,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Villegeorge 2004  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-villegeorge-2004-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Villegeorge
,Red,France,"An easy, soft wine, surprisingly so for a Saint-Estèphe; the tannins are dusty rather than dry. It makes it enjoyable now, but probably not for aging.",,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Andron Blanquet 2004  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-andron-blanquet-2004-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Andron Blanquet
13.7,White,US,"Made slightly sweet, this wine shows fresh, ripe   citrus, melon and floral flavors that are offset by crisp, coastal-cool acidity, thanks to arresting malolactic fermentation. A touch of oak adds barrel complexities.",,12,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Moon Mountain Vineyard 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moon-mountain-vineyard-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Moon Mountain Vineyard
13,Red,Spain,"Starts off with unusual aromas of sandalwood, bath oils and nail polish, and never does the bouquet find a true groove. But the palate is sturdy and the flavors of red plum, cherry and spice win you over once you get used to them. More unconventional than many Ribera fans might like.",Crianza,25,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,áster 2001 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aster-2001-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,áster
15.2,Red,US,"Very ripe and forward, with cherry-pie filling, root beer or sassafras and cola flavors that finish a bit sweet. This is a nice, supple wine for early drinking.",,32,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ampelos
13.5,White,Australia,"As the Lindemans Bin series has slipped a bit, the Reserve tier has taken over the spot in the lineup, offering solid value. This is well-made, commercially styled Shiraz, offering all of what consumers have come to expect: jammy berry flavors framed by vanilla and chocolate. Turns fresh on the finish. Drink now.",Reserve,10,86,South Australia,Padthaway,,Lindemans 2004 Reserve Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2004,Lindemans
14.5,Red,Australia,"Combines bright red cherry-berry flavors with hints of meatiness, cinnamon and some peppery-herbal notes. It's full-bodied, with a lush, creamy texture and a finish that shows a bit of alcoholic warmth, yet remains spicy and fresh. Ready to drink.",Three Gardens Shiraz-Grenache-Mourvèdre,17,86,South Australia,Barossa,,Langmeil 2004 Three Gardens Shiraz-Grenache-Mourvèdre Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langmeil-2004-three-gardens-shiraz-grenache-mourvedre-red-barossa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Langmeil
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Chocolate and spice on the nose are subtle but seductive, and there's a generous amount of white pepper in the aroma and on the palate, along with blackberry and cherry. Layered and elegant but a touch too restrained, this wine will pair well with duck and lamb.",Hunting Family,25,86,Stellenbosch,,,Slaley 2002 Hunting Family Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/slaley-2002-hunting-family-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2002,Slaley
13.5,Red,US,"Soft and polished in cherries, blackberries, cola, tea and oak flavors, this Cab finishes dry. It's got a good, crunchy bite of tannins to work against a grilled steak or chop.",,26,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Simi 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Simi
14.5,White,South Africa,"Mouthwatering apple and a lively acidity make this a Chardonnay that will appeal to vinophiles who like a crisper white wine. But for the tartness and clean edge there's a weight and creaminess on the palate that rounds this wine out. A good, accessible Chardonnay at a very good price, it could become a favorite weekday wine.",,10,86,Robertson,,,Excelsior 2006 Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/excelsior-2006-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2006,Excelsior
14.5,Red,Spain,"A little oily and nutty on the nose, but there's also deep, dark fruit aromas and some leather to keep it on an even keel. The palate features moderate black cherry and coffee flavors with medium tannins, and the finish is dry, peppery and warm.",,17,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Casajús 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casajus-2004-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Casajús
13.8,Red,Australia,"Shows slightly better length than the 2004 Valley Farm Vineyard Pinot from winemaker Ariki Hill, but this bottling is still a delicate, lighter-bodied style. Black cherry, cola and savory, mushroomy notes give it a dark flavor profile, while supple tannins impart a dusty mouthfeel. Drink now–2010.",Viggers Vineyard,39,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Labyrinth 2004 Viggers Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/labyrinth-2004-viggers-vineyard-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Labyrinth
14.9,Red,US,"A blend of all five Bordeaux varieties, this is an enormously ripe wine, bursting with plum, coffee and cherry-berry flavors that taste well-oaked. It has a rough, sandpapery feeling in the mouth, with a dry, peppery finish.",Westside Cuvee,35,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RN Estate 2004 Westside Cuvee Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rn-estate-2004-westside-cuvee-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,RN Estate
13,Red,Spain,"Plenty of spice, citrus peel and leather on the nose. In fact, there's a lot more of those types of scents than anything you would describe as fruity. And in the mouth there's an herbal, mildly green character. Still, as a whole the wine has a nice feel and some liveliness.",Reserva,80,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Castillo de Urtau 1998 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-urtau-1998-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Castillo de Urtau
14,Red,Australia,"Roughly two-thirds Cab, one-third Shiraz, this is a bulky, brawny wine at the price point, offering intense flavors of dried fruit, cassis and chocolate delivered assertively, without much complexity or finesse. It's the kind of rough and ready wine to pair with grilled burgers or sausages.",Stonemason,10,86,South Australia,Currency Creek,,Ballast Stone Estate Wines 2004 Stonemason Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Currency Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballast-stone-estate-wines-2004-stonemason-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-currency-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2004,Ballast Stone Estate Wines
12.6,Red,Australia,"A pretty good value, this Pinot clocks in at a relatively modest 12.6% alcohol level, yet still manages to show good ripe fruit. The texture is round, the tannins supple, while the flavors featue black cherries, earth and cola. Finishes crisp.",,13,86,Tasmania,Tasmania,,42°S 2005 Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/42-s-2005-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2005,42°S
,Red,France,"The magnificent medieval château at Lamarque has seen a remarkable turnaround in its wine fortunes. This 2004 is less successful than the previous vintages, too dry, too dominated by wood for the fruit. But there is power and structure there, so it may well develop.",,,86,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Lamarque 2004  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-lamarque-2004-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château de Lamarque
14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a big, dense, dark-fruited wine, but also one that is surprisingly tart. Cedary, meaty and minty notes lead the way on the nose, while the flavors are of coffee, mint, cedar and cassis. Tannins are drying on the finish, so serve with rare beef or lamb to help tame them.",Grey Label,32,86,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Wolf Blass 2004 Grey Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2004-grey-label-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Wolf Blass
,Red,Australia,"Simple tart-cherry flavors finish crisp. This is on the light and lean side, but mouthwatering on the finish.",Old Vine,19,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Fire Block 2003 Old Vine Grenache (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fire-block-2003-old-vine-grenache-clare-valley/,Grenache,2003,Fire Block
14.4,Red,US,"Bandol is the model for this dry, likeable blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah. It's a complex wine, with layers of smoky plum, blackberry tea, carob, heirloom tomato and cedar. Finishes a little aggressively in texture, but it's a good value.",Tete-a-Tete,14,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 Tete-a-Tete Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-tete-a-tete-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
13.5,Red,Spain,"Quite dry and woody, with old-school dill and sawdust aromas. The palate also runs dry and mature, but only at first. Later red fruit, vanilla, mocha and leathery accents come up and make themselves noticed. More traditional in style as it steers clear of any overt richness and weight.",Crianza,29,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Balbas 2004 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbas-2004-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Balbas
13.5,White,Australia,"A top value in Australian Chardonnay, this wine features bold mango, peach and melon scents capped off by smoky oak notes that suggest grilled fruit. It's plump and soft, with a smoky—maybe slightly too smoky—and toasty finish. Drink now.",Peace Family Vineyard,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Andrew Peace 2005 Peace Family Vineyard Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-peace-2005-family-vineyard-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Andrew Peace
13.5,Red,Spain,"Freshness is in demand as the nose shows dampness, tobacco and wood more than bright fruit. In the mouth, there's oak-driven flavors of vanilla and tobacco accenting basic red fruit. Has a lot of snap and zest but comes off kind of thin and on the mature side. Drink now for best results; its lifespan appears limited.",Crianza,28,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Monte Negro 2001 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-negro-2001-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,Monte Negro
14.3,White,US,"Simple and citrusy, this high-acid (7.2 grams) Chard has slightly sweet Meyer lemon, pink grapefruit, green pear and vanilla flavors. It's a clean, easy to like wine.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Pietra Santa 2005 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2005-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Pietra Santa
13.3,White,Australia,"Fat and a bit oily in texture, this is neither as floral or expressive as Riesling can be, but it still makes for a goodd drop. Scents and flavors of peach, superripe apples and a touch of melon finish dry, with a slight hint of bitterness.",,14,85,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Ninth Island 2005 Riesling (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninth-island-2005-riesling-tasmania/,Riesling,2005,Ninth Island
,Red,France,"Well-structured, with plenty of cassis and fruit cake flavors, this is a solid, quite dense wine that shows dry tannins, with good ripe fruit as part of the mix.",Thomas Barton Reserve,,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Barton & Guestier 2004 Thomas Barton Reserve  (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2004-thomas-reserve-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Barton & Guestier
13.5,Red,US,"Nice and smooth, this Merlot is for early drinking. It's as plump as can be in cherries, cocoa, cola and tobacco, with soft acids and even softer tannins.",,23,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2004 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2004-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2004,Simi
13.5,Red,Spain,"A snappy, jumpy type of wine that delivers aromas of red fruit and spice, but there's something piercing about it, too. The palate is clean and tight, with lots of cranberry/raspberry flavors framed by citrusy notes. Best if you prefer a leaner, shorter, crisper type of red.",Crianza,20,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,San Gabriel 2001 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-gabriel-2001-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,San Gabriel
14,Red,US,"The grapes had no problem getting ripe, to judge by the flood of red cherry marmalade, cola and milk chocolate flavors. With its dryness and softness, the wine is delicious, if a little one-dimensional.",Limited Estate Reserve Tatria Meritage Red Table Wine,36,85,California,South Coast,Temecula,Stuart Cellars 2004 Limited Estate Reserve Tatria Meritage Red Table Wine Red (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2004-limited-estate-reserve-tatria-meritage-red-table-wine-south-coast-temecula/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Stuart Cellars
13.5,White,South Africa,"Vanilla oak leads on this luscious Chard from Leopard's Leap, and will please anyone with a taste for a more voluptuous white wine. There are also touches of melon here, but it's mostly about the soft oak flavors. Good acidity keeps it from going too far in the wooded direction, and there's an elegant balance overall.",,13,85,Western Cape,,,Leopard's Leap 2006 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leopards-leap-2006-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2006,Leopard's Leap
13,White,South Africa,"Lively citrus character with a balanced, elegant overall feel make this SB from Stellenbosch producer Le Bonheur a winner for those who want more complexity along with zesty lift. There's a flinty, grassy quality here, alongside richer tropical flavors that make it ideal with poultry and fresh summer dishes.",,14,85,Stellenbosch,,,Le Bonheur 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bonheur-2006-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Le Bonheur
15.1,Red,US,"This Rhône blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre is soft and simple, but fans of pure taste will like it for its rich cassis, blackberry and milk chocolate flavors. The lucious tannins are very firm; dusty but sweetly ripe.",Chateau Duplantier Cuvee Red Wine,52,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rideau 2004 Chateau Duplantier Cuvee Red Wine Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-chateau-duplantier-cuvee-red-wine-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Rideau
10.5,White,Germany,"Shows the warm vintage in its array of peach, cinnamon and melon flavors and slightly elevated (10.5%) alcohol, but manages to stay off-dry and nicely balanced; it even has some crushed-stone scents to add interest. Drink now.",,9,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Sun Garden 2005 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sun-garden-2005-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Sun Garden
,White,Australia,"Thickly textured and pulpy, this wine features citrus and melon flavors, then finishes on a tangy, grapefruity note.",La Biondina,15,85,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Primo Estate 2006 La Biondina Colombard (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primo-estate-2006-biondina-other-white-colombard-adelaide-hills/,Colombard,2006,Primo Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"Overwooded and overpriced, that's the verdict on this Tasmanian Pinot Noir. Toast and vanilla notes dominate, while the cherry fruit's acids remain angular, finishing crisp and tangy. It's a good wine, just not very Pinot, unless being Pinot is just a question of having high acids and soft tannins.",Reserve,63,85,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Pipers Brook Vineyard Estate 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pipers-brook-vineyard-estate-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2003,Pipers Brook Vineyard Estate
14,Red,Spain,"The broad, rich nose draws you in; unfortunately, the palate doesn't deliver, as it seems jagged, tannic and spiky in its blackberry, plum, raisin and chocolate flavors. A good but unspectacular wine that's devoid of touch and elegance.",Sentido,24,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Neo 2005 Sentido  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neo-2005-sentido-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Neo
12.5,Red,US,"The winery's reserve is soft and simple, but rewards with a wealth of flavor. Blackberries, cherries, milk chocolate, cinnamon-spiced cappuccino and caramelly oak flood the mouth. The finish is soft and long in fruit and spice.",Reserve,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Napa Ridge
13.4,Red,Australia,"It's light in body—rather delicate, really—but does boast harmonious flavors of dried spices, cherries and mushrooms. A pretty style of Pinot destined to be consumed young.",Valley Farm Vineyard,30,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Labyrinth 2004 Valley Farm Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/labyrinth-2004-valley-farm-vineyard-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Labyrinth
14.7,Red,US,"Rough and ready Napa Cab, with sturdy tannins and a rustic texture that really need food to show their best. This has cherry fruit, coffee and earthy, herbal flavors with a touch of oak.",,50,85,California,Napa,St. Helena,Lewelling 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lewelling-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Lewelling
,Red,France,"A high proportion of Merlot in the blend makes this a soft, rounded wine. It is spoiled by rustic, animal flavors and by a streak of acidity to finish that is out of balance with the rest of the wine.",,,85,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Martinens 2004  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-martinens-2004-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Martinens
13.5,Red,Spain,"Warm, fruity and full of blackberry aromas as well as touches of citrus peel. The palate is lean and firm in the middle and tannic on the sides, and it's carrying flavors of raspberry and black cherry. This wine has good stuff but it also runs choppy, jagged and rough. Flavorful but lacks finesse. 50,000 cases made.",Roble,13,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 2003 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-2003-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Bodegas Fuentespina
,Red,France,"An attractive, smoky wine, with soft fruits and some firm tannins. It has some of the right charm for a Margaux, with fresh red fruits and light acidity.",Thomas Barton Reserve,,85,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Barton & Guestier 2004 Thomas Barton Reserve  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2004-thomas-reserve-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Barton & Guestier
14,White,Spain,"The muscularity and meatiness of the nose indicate ripeness, while the aromas veer toward drying oak and a bit of raisin. The palate is chunky and dark, with subdued berry flavors front and center. And the weight is up there, especially for a youngster that spent only four months in oak.",Cuatro Meses en Barrica,18,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Callejo 2004 Cuatro Meses en Barrica Tempranillo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callejo-2004-cuatro-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Callejo
14,Red,Spain,"Black fruit and olive aromas vie for center stage on the nose, while in the mouth there's black cherry but not much nuance or background. Overall, the wine comes across linear and a bit green. And it's brutally tannic as it transitions from midpalate to finish.",Crianza,30,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Callejo 2004 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callejo-2004-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Callejo
14,Red,Spain,"Coffee, wood grain and berry fruit combine to create a standard trio of aromas, while the palate is medium in weight, with strawberry, raspberry and vanilla flavors. This wine offers a reasonably good mouthfeel and finishing notes of coconut, dill and vanilla. Good but ordinary. Imported by Dana Importers, Inc.",Crianza,18,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2003 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2003-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Pradorey
13,Red,Spain,"Blackberry and bramble work the nose, with a medium-bodied, generously oaked palate to follow. In the mouth, buttery oak leads the way with dark fruit, wood resin and chewiness coming next. Not overly tannic, but short on the finish. Pretty easygoing as a whole.",,16,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Monte Negro 2005  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-negro-2005-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Monte Negro
14,Red,South Africa,"Spice and vanilla, a reflection of its oak, plays a lead with this friendly wine. The nose is soft and elegant and the flavors rounded and for the most part, successfully integrated. The finish is substantial. A good everyday Shiraz.",,16,85,Stellenbosch,,,Kumkani 2003 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumkani-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2003,Kumkani
14.8,Red,US,"A Grenache-Syrah blend, with 15% new oak, this Rhône-style wine is effusive in cherry liqueur and chocolate flavors, with a rich earthy, mushroom and tobacco undercurrent. It's dry and rustic in the mouth. Drink now.",Vogelzang Vineyard Vinocity,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sheldon 2004 Vogelzang Vineyard Vinocity Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2004-vogelzang-vineyard-vinocity-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Sheldon
14.5,Red,US,"Nature seems to have condemned California Barbera to be a rustic, hard wine, at best and this is a prime example of the species. Black in color and very tannic, it shows ripe berry and coffee flavors accented with peppery spice. These wines live forever, without gaining much complexity, so best now through 2020.",,22,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2004 Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2004-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2004,Easton
14.5,Red,US,"Rustic and fruity, with considerable new oak, this wine is fully dry. It offers a wealth of blackberry, cola, coffee and dark bitter chocolate flavors, with a peppery finish. Best now and for a few years.",,24,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,White,US,"Like the Pinot Gris, this is fairly weighty, with ample concentration and richness at its price point. Pear and melon flavors easily carry the light touches of spicy oak. Drink now.",Selected Vineyards,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2005 Selected Vineyards Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2005-selected-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Concannon
13.5,White,South Africa,"With the lush nose of pineapple, melon and tropical fruit in this intriguing wine from Elgin's Thelema, you'd expect a wine that's sweet and slightly viscous in the mouth. This wine is actually bone-dry with a firm acidity; perhaps even a touch too tight for this reviewer, but its citric, clean flavors are pleasurable regardless. Try this with oysters or seafood salad and drink it young.",Sutherland,20,85,Elgin,,,Thelema 2006 Sutherland Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2006-sutherland-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Thelema
13.5,Red,Spain,"Fairly dark and chocolaty on the nose, with some vanilla oak notes that help it along. The mouthfeel, however, is a bit choppy and tangy as red fruit and acidity come up and take over the game. Short on the finish, with oak filling any gaps left by the fading fruit. Good and ready to go now. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Cosecha,14,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 2004 Cosecha  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-2004-cosecha-ribera-del-duero-69122/,Tempranillo,2004,Valdubón
13,White,South Africa,"Lively, bright aromas and clean flavors of citrus and tropical fruit make this a fun wine to sip on its own or pair with dishes like seafood or Chinese chicken salad. There's pineapple on the palate too, giving the wine a playful edge. It's not to be mulled upon—it's too lighthearted for such contemplation—but meant to be enjoyed on a hot summer day with some rays beating on your back. Good, clean finish.",,15,85,Hemel en Aarde,,,Sumaridge 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Hemel en Aarde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumaridge-2005-sauvignon-blanc-hemel-en-aarde/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sumaridge
,Red,France,"Good smoky flavors complement this attractively-made wine. The fruits are lifted, forward and easy, but there is a sense of tannin. Spice from the American oak used in aging adds a piquancy.",,,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,La Patache 2004  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patache-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-medoc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,La Patache
13.8,White,US,"This wine is getting tired. The citrus and oak flavors are just beginning to wilt and decay on the finish. It's pleasant now, but the lifespan of this wine is short. Drink now. With 10% Sémillon.",Spectrum Reserve,20,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2003 Spectrum Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2003-spectrum-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,DeLorimier
13,White,South Africa,"A classy Chardonnay with a balance of fresh citrus flavors and spice. It's lively and clean in a manner that keeps it light, but there's a brain behind the fun. The overall character is simple and pleasing to the palate; this would be delicious with crab cakes or Caribbean cooking.",,14,85,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2006 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2006-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2006,Beau Joubert
14.5,Red,US,"This is the winery's least expensive Syrah, but it's right up there with some of the more costly ones, which makes it a relative value. Dry and soft, it has furry tannins that frame ripe blackberry, cherry, cola, chocolate and white pepper.",Les Cotes de l'Ouest,15,85,California,California Other,California,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 Les Cotes de l'Ouest Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-cotes-louest-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
13,Red,Spain,"Not sure why an '03 Joven would still be on the market, but since it is we'll review it. The bouquet deals cinnamon and rubber along with basic berry aromas, while the palate is tangy and racy as it pumps cherry and raspberry fruit. Full on the finish but modest in flavor and style. Still seems fresh and ready to go.",Joven,19,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Castillo de Urtau 2003 Joven  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-urtau-2003-joven-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Castillo de Urtau
14,Red,Spain,"Plenty ripe, in fact it's on the edge of raisiny but not quite over the line. The palate runs surprisingly racy with a lot of acidity, yet the flavor profile is short and drying. Shows a flash or two but it's not a complete wine and not worth the high price tag.",Tinto Figuero 15,55,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,García Figuero 2003 Tinto Figuero 15  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garcia-figuero-2003-tinto-15-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,García Figuero
16.5,Red,US,"Black and red cherries are the flavors of this wine, which shows the problems of growing Sangiovese in hot California. Not only is the wine enormously high in alcohol—16.5%—but the variety's acidity remains. The result is a hot, tart and rustic wine, but one not without a certain country charm.",,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,French Hill 2004 Sangiovese (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-hill-2004-sangiovese-sierra-foothills/,Sangiovese,2004,French Hill
14.3,Red,US,"This is an okay wine, dry and silky, but it's just too cooked or stewed. Even out on the coast, the vintage was brutally hot, and you can taste how those grapes shriveled into raisins. There should be better results in '05 and '06.",,29,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Peter Cellars 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-cellars-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Peter Cellars
14.8,Red,US,"Nice, fairly elegant red wine, gently structured and dry, with a silky texture and bursting with the most intense cherry liqueur flavor. It's a bit of a fruit bomb, though, and could use greater complexity.",Premium Select,24,84,California,California Other,California,French Hill 2005 Premium Select Grenache (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-hill-2005-premium-select-grenache-other/,Grenache,2005,French Hill
16.8,Red,US,"This is a smooth, soft and rich Syrah, bursting with intensely ripe blackberry, cherry and cassis flavors that approach chocolate truffles. It's not showing much finesse or complexity, but it's dry. Be warned: The alcohol is a ridiculous 16.8%.",In-Circle Cellar Club Iris Estate,48,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rideau 2004 In-Circle Cellar Club Iris Estate Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-in-circle-cellar-club-iris-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Rideau
14.5,Red,Australia,"Smoke and herb aromas meet caramel and cherry flavors in this unassuming little Merlot. It's nicely creamy on the palate, and you could do a lot worse than if your local restaurant was offering this as its house pour for $6 per glass.",Bin 3000,10,84,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,McGuigan 2005 Bin 3000 Merlot (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2005-bin-3000-merlot-limestone-coast/,Merlot,2005,McGuigan
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Earthy, leathery and peppery scents on this Swartland offering will appeal to fans of a more grounded Shiraz, and the flavors follow suit. Berry and tobacco layers are folded into smooth tannins, but the wine has structure. It's a little on the rustic side, though with a good barbecue the edge might be evened out.",Indalo,15,84,Swartland,,,Swartland 2003 Indalo Shiraz (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swartland-2003-indalo-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-swartland/,Shiraz,2003,Swartland
12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Smells attractive, with hints of vanilla and cocnut layered over toast and apple, and the flavors are in the same vein--apples and citrus, with a bit of an earthy, mushroomy note underneath--but this sample lacked the zip and crispness of a really top-flight sparkler.",Brut,,84,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Stefano Lubiana NV Brut Sparkling (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-lubiana-nv-brut-sparkling-tasmania-70662/,Sparkling Blend,,Stefano Lubiana
15.6,Red,US,"Riper and certainly hotter than past vintages, this Oroppas, which is a Cab-Merlot blend, shows its very high alcohol in the raisins and prickly heat that dominate it. Decent in many respects, but not going anywhere, so drink up.",Oroppas,55,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2004 Oroppas Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2004-oroppas-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,St. Clement
14.5,Red,Spain,"Torres claims to be serious about Ribera del Duero, but early on the Celeste wines, made from purchased grapes, are so-so at best. The 2004 is a touch damp and leathery on the nose, with toasty dark cherries as the driving flavor. It's got some weight but it's also drying and oaky on the finish. Needs some fine tuning.",Celeste,22,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Torres 2004 Celeste  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2004-celeste-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Torres
13.9,White,US,"They put all the bells and whistles into this wine, from new oak to sur lie aging. It shows in the creamy depth, yet the wine has an herbaceous, green peppercorn edge. It wants to be fruitier and richer than it is.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,White Oak
14,Red,South Africa,"The nose on this Shiraz is deep and opulent in character, wafting of mulberry, vanilla and oak, and the flavors are rich and integrated. The tannins are firm but the wine is elegant and enjoyable. An approachable Shiraz that will pair well with everything from grilled ribs to pizza.",,25,84,Stellenbosch,,,Umkhulu 2003 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umkhulu-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2003,Umkhulu
14.1,White,US,"This Chard is a little soft and simple, but likeable. It's got forward apricot, pineapple custard, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors, and a creamy texture.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2005 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2005,Bargetto
13.5,Red,Spain,"Drier and lighter than this winery's Crianzas and reservas, Granate shows rubber and red-fruit aromas and then lean cherry flavors. It's rather chalky and grabby late, and by then some of the thrill is gone.",Granate,10,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 2004 Granate  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-2004-granate-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Fuentespina
13,Red,Spain,"Hard-driving aromas of smoke and graphite drown out shy fruit, while in the mouth the flavors are more distant than ideal. The feel is typically deep and and tannic, while a lasting flavor of chocolate is a welcome finishing touch.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,"Vivir, Vivir 2004  Ribera del Duero",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivir-vivir-2004-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,"Vivir, Vivir"
14,White,South Africa,"Arresting aromas of orange peel and peach start this clean, fresh and minerally wine. A decidedly firm acidity keeps the wine crisp and refreshing, and its tropical flavors are appetizing, but it may be too austere and even on the lean side for palates that prefer a little more curve to their SB. Still, a delicious food wine and great for a hot day.",Unfiltered,16,84,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2005 Unfiltered Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2005-unfiltered-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fleur Du Cap
,Red,US,"Classic Paso Cab, very soft, totally ripe and generous, with a plethora of blackberry, cherry and red plum flavors that are almost jammy. Yet the wine is dry, with some real elegance. For early drinking.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grayson 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Grayson
13.5,White,US,"A little sweet for my taste, with pineapple and peach flavors that taste sugary, but the acidity is bright and crisp. With just a touch of oak, it's a pleasant everyday wine.",,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Easton
12.5,White,South Africa,"A heavy dose of orange and lemon leads the nose of this affordable Sauvignon Blanc from coastal South Africa, but it's slightly heavy-handed and lacks some of the acidity that gives this variety its lift. The mouthfeel is viscous and needs a lighter, fresher touch, but in general, the wine is good and displays a unique character. Imported by Hemingway & Hale.",,10,83,Coastal Region,,,Serengeti 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serengeti-2005-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Serengeti
14,White,US,"There's an ashy, burnt aspect of this wine that's probably from overly toasted wood, and it dominates the aroma and taste. It's not a bad wine, and has no technical defects, but it's like drinking toothpicks.",Vache,35,83,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2004 Vache Chardonnay (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2004-vache-chardonnay-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Pietra Santa
13.5,Red,Australia,"With its mocha and herb aromas, this is recognizably Merlot, albeit one with slightly candied cherry fruit and a medicinal edge. Crisp on the finish.",,15,83,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Fishbone 2005 Merlot (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fishbone-2005-merlot-western/,Merlot,2005,Fishbone
,Red,France,"A stalky, light, tobacco and red fruit-flavored wine. This is tight, spicy and layered with considerable acidity. Definitely needs food.",Marquis de Chasse,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Ginestet 2004 Marquis de Chasse  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2004-marquis-chasse-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Ginestet
14.2,Red,US,"I've had some good Tempranillos from California, but this is not one of them. The wine is sweet, soft and simple, and while it has delicious cherry and chocolate flavors, it's simply too rustic and raw to merit a better score.",Winemaker's Selection,35,83,California,California Other,California,French Hill 2004 Winemaker's Selection Tempranillo (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-hill-2004-winemakers-selection-tempranillo-other/,Tempranillo,2004,French Hill
13.5,White,US,"This is a crisp, clean wine, with ultraripe flavors of apricots, grapefruits, lemongrass and flowers. It is overtly sweet, though, which limits its appeal.",,14,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,DeLorimier
,Red,France,"lean, austere wine, that has dry tannins and flavors of stalky currants. It is pleasant enough, with some freshness, but there is a definite green element to it.",,10,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Trocard 2004  Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trocard-2004-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Trocard
14.8,Dessert,US,"Very fresh in young, tart acidity, this dessert wine has modest cherry and raspberry flavors. It's simple and jammy.",Late Harvest Estate,32,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Harvest Moon 2006 Late Harvest Estate Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harvest-moon-2006-late-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Harvest Moon
14.7,Red,US,"I wanted to like this wine more, but it was hard, given the tough, minty green sharpness. Where's the ripe fruit, especially at this price? It's really not very interesting.",Estate,58,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Grgich Hills
13.5,Red,Australia,"A crisp, light-bodied Pinot Noir that shows decent varietal character but only modest intensity, Hungerford Hill's 2005 bottling features hints of chocolate and cedar layered over delicate cherry fruit.",,20,83,New South Wales,Tumbarumba,,Hungerford Hill 2005 Pinot Noir (Tumbarumba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2005-pinot-noir-tumbarumba/,Pinot Noir,2005,Hungerford Hill
13,Red,Germany,"Tastes better than it smells, with strongly herbal aromas that seem almost cabbage-like giving way to flavors of cola and black cherries. Light in weight, it finishes crisply acidic, without much tannin.",Trocken,20,83,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2004 Trocken Spätburgunder (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2004-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-rheinhessen/,Spätburgunder,2004,Louis Guntrum
13,Red,Spain,"Light in terms of fruit potency, but heavy on the spicy oak. This is your typical dry, lean, somewhat shallow Tempranillo with spice and vanilla as the dominant forces. Some red cherry is evident in the mix.",6,14,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdrinal 2004 6  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdrinal-2004-6-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2004,Valdrinal
14.9,Red,US,"This soft, simple wine has modest chocolate, cherry-berry and coffee flavors, straddling the border of dry and off-dry.",Estate,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2004 Estate Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2004-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Clautiere
14.7,Red,US,"An ambitious Rhône blend, with Cabernet Sauvignon and Viognier, the wine is soft and simple. It has stewed fruit flavors, and rough-hewn tannins.",Estate Grand Rouge,33,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2004 Estate Grand Rouge Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2004-estate-grand-rouge-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Clautiere
14.2,Red,US,"DeLorimier's reds all have tasted sugary-sweet to me lately, which has got to be a conscious decision by management. It's baffling, because the estate fruit is good, and Alexander Valley is capable of producing superb reds that are fully dry. So what's going on?",,23,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2003 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2003-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,DeLorimier
14.2,Red,US,"Tastes salty, soft and sweet-sour, with berry and tangerine flavors that are very acidic. A blend of Cab, Merlot and Malbec, it should be better, and is not likely to improve.",Mosaic Meritage,40,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2002 Mosaic Meritage Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2002-mosaic-meritage-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,DeLorimier
15.4,Red,US,"Dry, rustic and harsh, with a sandpapery texture, although the fruit itself is polished and fine. The flavors are of cherries, blackberries and root beer.",,15,83,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2003 Merlot (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2003-merlot-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Merlot,2003,Pietra Santa
14.3,White,US,"With all the lush, exotic tropical fruit, vanilla cream and butterscotch flavors, and a honeyed sweetness in the finish, this wine could use more acidity. The lack of it makes it a little cloying.",Estate,21,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2005 Estate Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2005-estate-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2005,Clautiere
14.5,Red,US,"Ripe and jammy in cherry, raspberry and cola fruit, but there's a stewed prune quality, and the wine feels unsatisfyingly simple.",Dutton Ranch,34,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,David Noyes 2004 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-noyes-2004-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,David Noyes
,Red,US,"This single vineyard, 100% Syrah provides a clear look at why Washington state is poised to become the nation's leader in producing Rhône-style reds with genuine Rhône character. It's a barrel selection from the vineyard's oldest block (not that old, planted in 1997) but along with the usual dark fruit and pepper you find genuine scents of roasted meat and the garrigue herbs and spices that the Rhône can produce. Excellent length and concentration, but the real achievement here is the way winemaker Brian Carter has captured the essential aromas.",Outlook Vineyard,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Apex 2001 Outlook Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2001-outlook-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2001,Apex
14.5,Red,US,"What a nice Zin this is. Fully dry, it has the full body and dusty tannins to tear into barbecue, with wild berry and cola flavors edged with cocoa and Asian spices, and the balance of a Merlot. They say the wine is based on 100-year-old vines, which may account for the wine's integrity.",Knotty Vines,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2004 Knotty Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2004-knotty-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Rodney Strong
13,Dessert,Austria,"The Steiningers are known as sparkling wine producers. Sweet wines, though, come out in suitable years. This Riesling still has lovely currant and white fruit freshness, and looks set for a good period of aging.",Beerenauslese Riesling,40,90,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2000 Beerenauslese Riesling Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2000-beerenauslese-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2000,Steininger
16,Dessert,Italy,"Malvasia and Trebbiano grapes are blended in this traditional Vin Santo from Tuscany that imparts rich and vibrant notes of almond, honey, apricot and vanilla. Oak tones emerge steadily and are rounded off by a slightly musky note: Great nutty flavors and long persistency in the mouth.",San Niccoló Vin Santo,35,90,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Castellare di Castellina 2000 San Niccoló Vin Santo  (Vin Santo del Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2000-san-niccola-vin-santo-white-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,White Blend,2000,Castellare di Castellina
14.5,Red,Italy,"A nice performance from Tuscany, this extracted and rich wine (made from a blend of mostly Syrah and Petit Verdot) boasts penetrating aromas of herbs, roasted nut, spice and clove. Red fruit is in there, too, but in smaller doses. It's a big, brawny wine with drying tannins and a robust constitution.",Castello del Terriccio,118,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2003 Castello del Terriccio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2003-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2003,Castello del Terriccio
,Red,US,"This blend is 60% Cab Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 10% Cab Franc, much of it from some of the oldest vines in the state. The winery has given it extended aging in French oak, and despite its 2002 vintage this is a new release. It's a very dark, deep and full-bodied wine. The barrel time has softened and smoothed it, adding flavors such as maple sugar and cedar to the blackberry fruit. Offers an abundance of interesting flavors and it is rare (and laudable) that a winery will sit on such high-priced inventory until it is truly ready for consumption.",Dionysus,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2002 Dionysus Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2002-dionysus-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Arbor Crest
13.8,White,US,"This is the winery's stainless steel-fermented Chardonnay. It's a big, ripe, full-throttled wine, and without undergoing malolactic fermentation, it's also a bit raw in acidity. The flavors are enormous, suggesting baked apples, pineapple marmalade, sweet date tapenade, candied ginger and Asian spices. Could be a sleeper. Try aging it for five to ten years.",Big Paw,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ambullneo 2005 Big Paw Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambullneo-2005-big-paw-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Ambullneo
14.3,Red,US,"Classic Dry Creek Cab, with its tobacco-accented, slightly rough-hewn edge and dry, balanced flavors of wild blackberries, loganberries, coffee and fresh sweet herbs. Really a nice wine that's so different from Napa, and seems perfect for grilled meats, game and poultry.",Sydney Vineyard Reserve,44,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2002 Sydney Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2002-sydney-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Wilson
,Red,US,"This Mourvèdre (with 8% Syrah) is still coming together, but all the right pieces are in place. Young, tight and compact, it opens with tart berry and currant fruit, then shows a distinctive, earthy underpinning. As it unwinds it shows wet earth, graphite, pepper and truffle, balanced and layered but still a bit shut down. Give it a lot of breathing time, or put it away for a couple of years.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea 2005 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Mourvèdre (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2005-ciel-cheval-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Mourvèdre,2005,McCrea
10,Dessert,Austria,"An intensely rich wine balanced with delicious, refreshing acidity. Honey and lemon are the main thread of flavors, weaving through the soft, rich fruit. With all that acidity, the likelihood is that this wine will age well.",Chardonnay Trockenbeerenauslese,,90,Weinviertel,,,Zull 2005 Chardonnay Trockenbeerenauslese Chardonnay (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2005-chardonnay-trockenbeerenauslese-weinviertel/,Chardonnay,2005,Zull
,Red,US,"A luscious, velvety, 100% Merlot—how many places in the world can you make Merlot this tasty for this price? It shows why Washington Merlot stands apart from the crowd—it's full-flavored, full-figured, and delicious in a ripe, forward, fruit and chocolate explosion.",,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chandler Reach 2004 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandler-reach-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2004,Chandler Reach
14.5,Red,Chile,"Holding this up to some high standards, given that it's $30 and only 200 cases were made, Wild Ferment more than makes the grade and ranks as one of Chile's best Pinots to date. There's guarded oak along with dried cherry and leather aromas. That's followed by ripe black cherry, spicy plum and chocolate flavors. Fine in a California sort of way.",Wild Ferment,30,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Wild Ferment Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-wild-ferment-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Errazuriz
14.5,Red,US,"In this scorching vintage, getting the grapes ripe was no problem, but Dashe has done an admirable job at maintaining balance and elegance. It's a big, expressive Zin, stuffed with cherry and blackberry jam, prune preserves, datenut bread, chocolate fudge and spicy rum punch flavors, but they've kept it almost dry, with just a trace of honey. Delicious.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2004 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Dashe Cellars
15.5,Red,Australia,"Despite this wine's elevated alcohol content (15.5%), it doesn't come across as hot, just as full-bodied, a testament to its admirable concentration. Plum, dred spices and meaty, earthy notes all build on the palate, finishing with supple tannins. Drink now.",,16,90,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Amadio 2004 Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amadio-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,2004,Amadio
,White,US,"What makes this Roussanne/Viognier blend really clever is the addition of 25% Riesling, which enhances the aromas and cuts through some of the heaviness and heat of the two Rhône grapes. This follow-up to the excellent 2004 Oriana is just as good, with lovely scents of fruit and flower, and flavors of citrus rind and ripe stone fruits. There's just enough residual sugar (.6%) to plump it up and round out the acids.",Oriana,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2005 Oriana White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2005-oriana-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2005,Brian Carter
14.7,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay with powerful tropical fruit, lime, nectarine, apricot and new oak flavors. Firmer acidity than you usually get from Carneros. This is a sleek, elegant wine, with a bracing streak of steely minerality. Kudos to owner Jan Shrem for putting it into a screwcap.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,24,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2005 Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2005-mitsukos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Clos Pegase
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Another top effort from winemaker Blair Walter, Felton Road's 2005 Pinot Noir features masses of plum and blackberry fruit, hints of tea and smoke, and a long, mouthwatering finish. It's a big, muscular wine that keeps a sense of elegance to its robust personality and flavors. Drink now–2015. The most plentiful of the Felton Road Pinot Noirs, with 150 cases imported.",,43,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2005-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2005,Felton Road
13,Red,New Zealand,,Reserve,28,91,Central Otago,,,Kawarau Estate 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kawarau-estate-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kawarau Estate
,Red,US,"Les Collines is in a cooler, wetter site than most Walla Walla vineyards, but managed to harvest an excellent crop in 2004. This pure Syrah is intensely aromatic, dark, herbal and meaty. It shows some earthy, funky character, but a marvelous texture, and flavors and scents of mixed mineral, compost, soy and funk. Though the style is not for everyone, it's got real depth and complexity.",Les Collines Vineyard,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Amavi 2004 Les Collines Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2004-collines-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2004,Amavi
14.5,Red,Australia,"This is not an obviously fruity Shiraz, but it is rich, creamy-textured and individualistic. Scents of café au lait, toffee and milk chocolate add hints of date on the palate, then linger elegantly on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Old Block,70,91,South Australia,Barossa,,St Hallett 2003 Old Block Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2003-old-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2003,St Hallett
14.6,White,US,"This high-end wine shows the dusting of thyme and sweet tobacco that often complexes Napa Chard. It's also fruited in pineapple and spicy melon, with a rich coating of smoky oak. Notable for balance and dry elegance.",CE2V,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cosentino 2005 CE2V Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2005-ce2v-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Cosentino
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Despite a slight hint of reduction on the nose, this often burly bottling is fairly open and accessible. The complex bouquet includes hints of green tobacco, dried spices and dark chocolate to go along with ripe plum fruit, while the mouthfeel is supple and richly textured. Drink now–2012, if you can manage to track down one of the less than 300 bottles imported to the U.S.",Block 5,63,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2005 Block 5 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2005-block-5-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2005,Felton Road
,Red,US,"The Parris wines are the estate-grown reserves, and as the vineyard matures, the wines should gain in concentration and complexity. As before, the Cabernet shows clean, ripe but still young fruit, sweet and plump. Subtle notes are your reward if you are willing to give it some extra attention—finishing streaks of black tea, ground coffee, toffee, pepper and herb. Though 60% new French oak was used, the wine has adjusted well and kept its elegant balance.",Parris,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chandler Reach 2003 Parris Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandler-reach-2003-parris-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chandler Reach
,Red,US,"Trutina, Dunham's Bordeaux blend, has long been the value wine in the Walla Walla superstar's portfolio. The 2004 is no exception, a seamless, silk-on-steel compendium of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wild card in '04 is the addition of 3% Syrah. It opens the wine up a bit, adding some spice and mint to the sweet cherry Merlot fruit. There's also an interesting grace note reminiscent of caraway cutting through.",Trutina,24,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2004 Trutina Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2004-trutina-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Dunham
15,Red,Argentina,"Raring to go is this huge, forward Malbec made by Federico Benegas (with consultant Michel Rolland). If you know the rep of the latter, then it's not surprising that this bomber weighs in at 15% alcohol. Ripeness is evident at all turns as the wine shows monstrous black-fruit aromas and flavors, all supported by potent oak that results in strong nuances of chocolate mint chip and mocha.",,22,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Benegas
14,Red,Argentina,"Guillermo Banfi is making some take-notice wines, not the least of which is this smooth, supple Malbec. The nose hits firmly but not hard, with blueberry, licorice and cassis. The palate is medium in size and length, with fully ripe black cherry, plum and black currant flavors. All the right things are front and center.",Reserva,14,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma de los Andes 2004 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-los-andes-2004-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Alma de los Andes
,Red,US,"An excellent Syrah. It's opulent almost to a fault, the fruit thick as a brick and ripe to the point of raisiny. It's buoyed with firm acidity and loads of black pepper and pencil lead. The wine is still a bit of a monster at 15.5% alcohol, but it's a loveable monster for sure.",Opulence,40,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2004 Opulence Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2004-opulence-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Coeur d'Alene
14.8,Red,US,"Young, fairly tough in tannins, and with a sappy, grapy taste, this is a wine that badly needs time in the bottle, as do most S&B Pinots. It shows primary fruit flavors of cherries and blackberries, offset by crisp acidity despite full malolactic fermentation. Should begin to come into its own by 2008, improving through 2012 and holding for years afterward.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,48,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2004 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2004-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sanford
14.2,White,US,"Classic cool-climate Chard, with brisk, keen acidity framing bright, pure kiwi, Key lime pie and vanilla flavors. Shows an elegant balance that makes it a great apéritif wine, but also a natural for the table. 250 cases produced.",Eagles' Perch,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2004 Eagles' Perch Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2004-eagles-perch-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Paraiso Vineyards
14.8,Red,US,"Mostly from Bien Nacido Vineyard, this is solidly in the winery's style, which is huge, fruit-forward, full-bodied wines of vast concentration and deliciousness. There is nothing at all subtle about this Syrah. It overwhelms with blackberry pie, cassis and chocolate-coated cherry candy flavors, with licorice and white pepper overtones, and is also big in tannins, although they're ripe and sweet. Racy acidity saves the day, and keeps it from being a fruit bomb.",Howling,70,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ambullneo 2004 Howling Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambullneo-2004-howling-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2004,Ambullneo
14.1,White,US,"Gainey's Limited Selection Chard has been a remarkably consistent wine, hanging onto its minerally rich Santa Rita character through vintage variations. The '04 retains the wine's sleek elegance, rich without being heavy, offering a wealth of tropical fruit, limestone and new oak flavors.",Limited Selection,32,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2004 Limited Selection Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2004-limited-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Gainey
14.8,White,US,"This Hommage upholds the tradition for its ripe fruit and firm, dry structure. Tropical fruits, nectarines, apricots, peaches and toasty oak lead to a long, spicy, complex finish.",Hommage Mitsuko's Vineyard,40,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2004 Hommage Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2004-hommage-mitsukos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Clos Pegase
14.5,Red,US,"This is the winery's best Grenache ever. It's just enormous in the sweet, red fruit essence of cherries, with a raspberry and cocoa edge, but it's soundly dry. Shows that delicate, exciting dance between sheer power and elegance that defines great wine.",Estate,35,91,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2004 Estate Grenache (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-estate-grenache-central-coast/,Grenache,2004,Clos La Chance
14.1,Red,US,"This is one of the first important 2005 Russian River Pinots to hit the market, and it's an exciting hint to this eagerly awaited vintage. It was a cool, long hangtime year, and this wine is amazingly rich and deep in chocolaty cherry, black raspberry and cola flavors. For all that, the wine is dry, supple and delicately tannic, and seems to have a fine future.",Ewald Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2005 Ewald Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2005-ewald-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Siduri
,Red,US,"Firm and crisp, with a slightly herbal edge, this hits winemaker Adam Richardson's goal of “food friendly.” The tart blackberry and cassis flavors would be helped by a hunk of rare beef.",Limited Release Assemblage,14,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Limited Release Assemblage Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-limited-release-assemblage-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Concannon
,Red,France,"Formerly owned by the Prats family (who still manage Cos d'Estournel), Marbuzet normally makes impressive wine. Not so the 2004, which seems to have acquired a rustic, earthy character, leaving a bitter taste.",,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Marbuzet 2004  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marbuzet-2004-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château Marbuzet
14.2,Red,US,"A dry, tannic wine with some asperity, this is a blend of Cab Sauvignon, Merlot and Cab Franc. Unlikely to develop in the bottle, it's best opened now to enjoy the primary flavors of cherries and blackberries.",Complexity Red Wine,39,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amizetta 2003 Complexity Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amizetta-2003-complexity-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Amizetta
,Red,Australia,"A medium-bodied Shiraz that shows ample freshness and spice, not the jammy character often associated with this price point. Best Buy.",,10,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,The Wishing Tree 2005 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wishing-tree-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2005,The Wishing Tree
,Red,Argentina,"Starts out a bit woody and toasted, but time allows dark and burly fruit to enter the fray—and the end result is alluring. On the palate, it's nice and plummy, with chocolate as well. Full-bodied and ripe, this is Mendoza Malbec as we've come to know and like it.",Don Nicanor,17,89,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Nieto Senetiner 2004 Don Nicanor Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2004-don-nicanor-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2004,Nieto Senetiner
13.5,White,Australia,"Full-bodied, round and soft, this is an easy-drinking Chardonnay with ample complexity. Hints of smoke and honey accent ripe melon scents on the nose, while the palate adds buttery notes of Golden Delicious apples and smoky flavors of grilled yellow plums. Drink now.",Grand Reserve,28,89,New South Wales,Orange,,Pepper Tree 2005 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-tree-2005-grand-reserve-chardonnay-orange/,Chardonnay,2005,Pepper Tree
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Everything you want in a value Malbec is on display here. The nose is big and muscular, with ripe fruit aromas and touch of earth and mushroom. Meanwhile, the palate is all black fruit all the time; it shows girth and chocolate in front of a finish that lasts a good while.",,9,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sur de los Andes 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sur-los-andes-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Sur de los Andes
,White,US,"This 100% Viognier is given a no-malo, 100% stainless steel  regimen, which produces an elegant and steely style of Viognier.",L'Artiste,24,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2005 L'Artiste Viognier (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2005-lartiste-viognier-other/,Viognier,2005,Coeur d'Alene
13.9,Red,US,"Here's a dry, fairly tannic, but polished young red wine, rich in ripely extracted red cherry, smoky leather and oak flavors. It has the elegant mouthfeel of a fine wine, and is very nice now, especially with grilled meats, but should hold and improve for five years or so.",Red Table Wine,35,88,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,A.S. Kiken 2003 Red Table Wine Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/as-kiken-2003-red-table-wine-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Red Blend,2003,A.S. Kiken
14.5,Red,Australia,"Features some herbal overtones to the plummy fruit, also some leather nuances to the bouquet, but offers up a soft, creamy mouthful of plum and chocolate-like fruit. The leathery notes and a metallic hint on the finish may put off fans of squeaky-clean wines, but this still has plenty to commend it. Drink now.",Grand Reserve,41,87,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,Pepper Tree 2004 Grand Reserve Merlot (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-tree-2004-grand-reserve-merlot-wrattonbully/,Merlot,2004,Pepper Tree
14,White,Argentina,"Very fragrant and rich, especially when measured against the rest of the Argentine Torrontes field. This version has ethereal floral aromas backed by melon and tropical fruit flavors. It's round, rich and attractive.",Premium,14,87,Other,Salta,,Alta Vista 2006 Premium Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2006-premium-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2006,Alta Vista
13.5,Red,Chile,"If you like an easy-drinking but serious red wine, you'll fall for this full, meaty Merlot that offers nice red and black fruit notes and also a fair share of young, tolerable oak. Slightly more upscale than your average Chilean value Merlot, with a nice foundation of core fruit.",La Palma Reserva,10,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2005 La Palma Reserva Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2005-palma-reserva-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2005,Viña La Rosa
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Light and a bit lacking in concentration, but this wine makes up for that with fun, fruit-forward flavors. Tropical fruit—including hints of mango and banana—lead the way, backed by fresh gooseberries. Certainly, this is easy to drink.",,18,86,Marlborough,,,Goldwater 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Goldwater
13.5,Red,Chile,"A plump, round, mostly welcoming bouquet sets you up for full cherry, strawberry, plum and sucking candy flavors. Feels good across the palate and finishes sturdy, with a touch of overt vanilla oak. Like always, this represents everyday Carmenère in fine form.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,9,86,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2005 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2005-casillero-diablo-reserve-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Concha y Toro
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Fans of tropical fruit will love this wine, as it's filled with variations on that theme: guava, banana, passion fruit and lime all play roles here in this zesty mouthful. The lime gives it a sense of focus and freshness on the finish.",,20,86,Marlborough,,,Catalina Sounds 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catalina-sounds-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Catalina Sounds
13.7,Red,US,"This is an awfully good price for such a nice Cabernet. It's well-structured and ripe, with a good acid-tannin balance and forward blackberry and cherry flavors. You'll be surprised at how much elegance there is.",,12,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pavilion 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Pavilion
14.2,Red,US,"This is not an especially complex Pinot, but it is a satisfying one. They got everything right, from the balanced cherry, cola and blueberry flavors to the delicate structure, fine acidity and deft touch of oak. Should be easy to find, with 11,000 cases produced.",,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Martin Ray 2005 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,Martin Ray
14,Red,Australia,"Smoky and cedary, this wine's bouquet also carries with it that herbal edge so typical of Coonawarra. Dried-fruit flavors lack a touch of freshness, but the mouthfeel is creamy, the tannins supple. Turns a bit drying on the finish, so try it with rare beef in the near term.",Coonawarra Estate Terra Rossa,30,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Parker 2003 Coonawarra Estate Terra Rossa Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parker-2003-coonawarra-estate-terra-rossa-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Parker
14.3,White,US,"Polished and elegant, but a little earthy, with a thyme and sage edge to the fruit, and a soft, oaky finish. Could use more brightness and fruity richness.",Vineburg Vineyard,30,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Silverado 2005 Vineburg Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2005-vineburg-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Silverado
14.3,Red,US,"Tastes frankly sweet in sugary blackberry and cherry pie and chocolate fudge flavors that are framed in sweetly ripe, soft tannins. Kind of one-dimensional, it's a pretty, polished Cab for early drinking.",,33,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Clos Pegase
,White,US,"From the Cougar Hills vineyard, this soft, fruity Viognier is done in a Chardonnay style. The fruit is tropical and broad, and there is a strong toasty, nutty finish to it, from the aging in new French oak. It's a friendly, approachable style, though not necessarily one that showcases the unique qualities of Viognier.",,19,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Whitman Cellars 2005 Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitman-cellars-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2005,Whitman Cellars
,Red,US,"Extremely tight, compact and tart, this remained acidic and lean even after 24 hours of breathing time. Hints of pickle barrel don't add much pleasure to the tannins, and the wine simply refuses to come out of its shell at this point in time. I'm sure the winemaker tasted something in these barrels that seemed like reserve, but I can't find it.",Reserve,29,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Windy Point 2004 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-point-2004-reserve-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Windy Point
13.4,Red,Canada,"Marrying Okanagan grapes and French winemaking styles, this Bordeaux blend is a joint venture between industry giant Vincor and the Bordeaux wine company Groupe Tailan. Rich strawberry and spice on the nose and a firm combination of white pepper, smoke and vanilla make for an unusual offering that could probably age a bit to soften its edges.",Le Grand Vin,35,85,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Osoyoos Larose 2003 Le Grand Vin Red (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osoyoos-larose-2003-le-grand-vin-red-okanagan-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Osoyoos Larose
,Red,France,"Hints of espresso and black olive on the nose give an earthy cast to the black cherry and berry flavors. A bit rustic and lacking depth, but this is a decent effort from a tough vintage. Drink now.",Deschants,35,85,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,M. Chapoutier 2004 Deschants  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2004-deschants-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,M. Chapoutier
13.5,Red,US,"Pretty nice country-style Cabernet, a little hot and peppery, but dry, with the smooth, polished tannins you want in a red table wine. The flavors are of currants, herbs and oak, and at this price, you get lots of style.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Novella
11,Red,Italy,"Sweet black fruit, roasted almonds, pine and slate roof characterize the nose of this Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon Tuscan blend. The wine has measured intensity and a solid build with smooth tannins. Drink now.",Nemus,14,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Scopetani 2000 Nemus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2000-nemus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2000,Scopetani
13.5,Red,Australia,"Adds a touch more oak influence to the basic Penfolds entry-level formula of smooth, supple tannins and dark fruit, offering vanilla and cassis notes on the nose and some dried fruit flavors on the palate. Fine with a midweek burger or steak.",Koonunga Hill,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-koonunga-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Penfolds
13.2,White,US,"Although this wine's chief fault is thinness, probably due to overcropping the vines in this high-yield vintage, it has some really nice attributes. It's clean, bone dry and crisply acidic, with interesting citrus and gooseberry flavors. A little more concentration would make it terrific.",,15,85,California,Lake County,High Valley,High Valley Vineyard 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-valley-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,High Valley Vineyard
14,Red,Chile,"A darker wine with char, tar, hard spice and black fruit aromas leading to cherry, cola and blackberry flavors. This is a flush, generous Cabernet with bold, tannic fruit flowing all the way to the finish. It's not a complex, ethereal type of wine but it has its good points.",La Palma Reserva,10,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2005 La Palma Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2005-palma-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Viña La Rosa
14,Rose,Italy,"Aromas are focused on cranberry and raspberry fruit, but there's also a uniquely creamy quality that is offset by fresh fruit crispness. Drink with seafood, salads and light pasta dishes.",Rosato Vallesanta,,85,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barberani 2005 Rosato Vallesanta Rosé (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2005-rosato-vallesanta-rose-umbria/,Rosé,2005,Barberani
13.2,Red,Argentina,"Not entirely sure what the difference is between the Alma de los Andes and Sur de los Andes lines (because they come from the same winery), but this 50-50 blend, while needing a little time to find its stride, provides ample fruit, peppery spice and good mouthfeel. It's not a thriller but it more than makes the grade in this price category.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma de los Andes 2005 Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-los-andes-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Alma de los Andes
,Red,US,"This pure, estate-grown Syrah is marked with grapefruit rind and citrus—sure signs of cool-climate Washington Syrah. Despite its healthy (14.8%) alcohol, it lacks sweet fruit. In fact it's a bit of a sourball, grainy, herbal and tannic. There's plenty of color and varietal pepper, but it's a bit too heavy with acid and tannin.",Estate,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Windy Point 2004 Estate Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-point-2004-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2004,Windy Point
12,White,US,"Intense tropical aromas are the hallmark of this semi-dry (Johannisberg) Riesling from New York's Fulkerson. The flavors—lemon, apricot, apple—are intense but not heavy, and the wine strikes a good balance of acidity and sweetness. It's not the most elegant or integrated of wines but it's an excellent wine for food pairing and hot summer days.",Semi-Dry,13,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fulkerson 2005 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2005-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2005,Fulkerson
14.5,White,US,"After a very successful '04, San Saba's '05 Chard is a bit of a letdown. It's still very fruity in lemongrass, lime and pineapple fruit, and shows that lovely, crisp Monterey acidity. But it's also too sweet in oaky vanilla, with a sugary, cotton candy finish.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Saba 2005 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2005,San Saba
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Saint Clair's entry-level Pinot Noir is light in body but features subtle floral aromas and understated cherry flavors. An herbal streak enhances rather than detracts from the overall impression, adding the suggestion of sinewy power to an otherwise delicate wine.",Vicar's Choice,16,85,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2006 Vicar's Choice Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2006-vicars-choice-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2006,Saint Clair
,Red,US,"This is a Rhôneaux blend of 75% Syrah and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, and it's a really nice wine. Smooth and polished, it has a ripe array of blackberry, raspberry, cherry and mocha flavors enriched with spicy oak. This is an especially good price.",Crimson,11,85,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2004 Crimson Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2004-crimson-red-other/,Red Blend,2004,Stephen Vincent
13.5,Red,US,"Here's a nice alternative to Cabernet in a full-bodied red wine at this price range. It's completely friendly, from the first taste of cherries and chocolate to the softly gentle texture and all the way through the pleasingly spicy finish.",Vintner's Reserve,12,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Vintner's Reserve Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-vintners-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Kendall-Jackson
14.5,Red,US,"Not showing all that well now. It has a fat, soft, almost syrupy texture, with cherry, black raspberry and cola flavors that are so ripe, they're almost sweet. Could develop, but doesn't seem to have the balance for the long haul.",La Rinconada Vineyard,40,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2004 La Rinconada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2004-rinconada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sanford
,Red,US,"It's 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, one third Merlot and the rest Cab Franc. This wine seems to be less than the sum of its parts, showing volatility on the nose and roughness in the tannins. The mixed flavors include unresolved herb, banana and pickle barrel—and yet these disparate components may well compose themselves with a bit more time.",,30,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2003 Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2003-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Red Sky
14,White,Chile,"A little bit of out-of-place oak guards the nose, making you think that it's just popcorn, peanuts and Cracker Jack. But beyond the sweet, toasty character there's tropical fruit, solid acidity and good overall balance.",,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2005 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2005-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Lapostolle
13,White,Italy,"A golden hued wine with deep aromas of peanut skin, Graham cracker, cookie dough and dried tobacco leaf; this white from near Lake Garda would make a good companion to white meat or shellfish-based dishes. It's very nut driven and heavy in the mouth although its fresh crispness comes through on the close.",Vigneto San Benedetto,13,85,Lombardy,Lugana,,Zenato 2004 Vigneto San Benedetto  (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2004-vigneto-san-benedetto-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana/,Trebbiano,2004,Zenato
13.5,White,Chile,"Undurraga is on a bit of a roll when it comes to its value-priced Chardonnays. This '06 is clean and aromatic, with zero funk and no overoaking. The apple and melon flavors are easy and clean, while the finish is round and moderately deep. For $7 you can't ask for much more.",,7,85,Central Valley,,,Undurraga 2006 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2006-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Undurraga
11.5,Dessert,US,"Lovers of inexpensive sweet white wines have lots to enjoy with this one. It's sweet and fruity in pineapple, apricot, tangerine, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors, balanced with crisp acids.",Rayons de Soleil,12,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2005 Rayons de Soleil Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2005-rayons-soleil-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2005,Novella
14.5,Red,US,"A blend of Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Sangiovese, the '03 Synergy is quite a nice wine. It's dry and balanced. You notice the cut of acidity that makes the tastebuds whistle and get ready for food. Then the supporting cast of cherries and herbs steps in. Good food wine, fair price.",Synergy,14,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2003 Synergy Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2003-synergy-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2003,Novella
,Red,US,"This is a supple, oaky and forward wine, with little that suggests true Cabernet character. Rather, it is friendly, fruity, simple and straightforward, generic and pleasant with a spicy lift to the finish.",,36,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Whitman Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitman-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Whitman Cellars
14.5,Red,Australia,"Shows some vegetal notes of tomato and cherry peppers, but despite that indication of underripeness the tannins are supple enough, ending soft and dusty on the tongue.",Reserve,25,85,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,Pepper Tree 2004 Reserve Merlot (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-tree-2004-reserve-merlot-wrattonbully/,Merlot,2004,Pepper Tree
13.5,Red,Australia,"This nails the bargain Cab formula: take some dark plum and cassis fruit, imbue it with decent length and balance and make sure the tannins are soft, creamy and immediately accessible. It's not a profound wine, but it will do a good job washing down grilled fare.",Rawson's Retreat,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2005 Rawson's Retreat Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2005-rawsons-retreat-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Penfolds
11,White,US,"Intense aromas of grapefruit and pineapple and flavors of tropical fruit and honey make this a pleasurable Riesling, but the sweetness on the palate tends to overpower. There's some raciness in the mouth which saves the wine from being a complete sugar bomb, and the flavors are enjoyable, but the wine lacks some degree of sophistication and finesse.",,11,85,New Jersey,New Jersey,,Alba 2005 Riesling (New Jersey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alba-2005-riesling-new-jersey/,Riesling,2005,Alba
12.5,Red,Italy,"This is not a particularly complex wine, but it will win you over nonetheless thanks to its friendly fruit and cherry aromas, plum, blackberry, leather and vanilla. Medium weight in the mouth, it finishes spicy and with a fine sour point.",,16,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 2004  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricoltori-chianti-geografico-2004-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2004,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico
14.1,Red,US,"This is one of those Cabs that has the structure and pedigree of a fine appellation, with gorgeously ripe tannins. Yet it also comes from a hot vintage, and the flavors tend toward sweetened pie filling and dessert pastries, which are awkward in a Cabernet. Blackberries and chocolate dominate.",Rhinefarm Vineyard,35,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2004 Rhinefarm Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2004-rhinefarm-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Gundlach Bundschu
14,Red,Chile,"Dark and jammy, this wine delivers a charred nose along with rhubarb and prickle. It's quite tangy and stand-up, with racy cherry and berry flavors. Does it ever really find a groove that makes it worth twice as much as the 20 Barrels bottling? We don't think so. It's modern but undistinguished.",Ocio,50,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 Ocio Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-ocio-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Cono Sur
13.4,Red,US,"An appealing smoked sausage and clove spice nose on this wine leads to a flavorful, though slightly dry, array of berries, plum and smoke on the palate. Impressive structure and complexity but the wine should probably age 2–5 years for maximum enjoyment and to take off that tannic edge",,18,85,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2002 Merlot (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2002-merlot-grand-valley/,Merlot,2002,Canyon Wind
14,Red,Australia,"This 50-50 blend features bright, strident notes of crisp, red plums and slightly medicinal herbs, then adds a layer of coffee-laden oak. Tobacco and vanilla scents provide touches of nuance to this medium-weight wine. Drink now.",Hell Raiser,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yarraman 2004 Hell Raiser Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarraman-2004-hell-raiser-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Yarraman
13,Red,Argentina,"Here's a warm, round, ripe Malbec with a lot of standard, good qualities. The raspberry, plum and cherry flavors are solid and steady, while the feel and finish are satisfying and generally quite sound. A perfectly good wine for the price.",,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Silvertop de Argentina 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvertop-argentina-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Silvertop de Argentina
14.1,White,US,"If you don't mind a little cat pee, you'll find some pretty aromas and flavors in this wine: figs, lemongrass, green apple, white peach, honeysuckle, spice. It's definitely on the sweet side, although crisp acidity helps balance it.",,32,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spottswoode 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spottswoode-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Spottswoode
13.5,Red,US,"With this, their large-production Pinot, Saintsbury has produced a nice villages-style wine, a good introduction to the varietal. It's made for immediate drinking, and is clean and elegant, with dry, crisp cherry, cola and spice flavors.",,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2005 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2005-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Saintsbury
12.6,White,US,"From grapes grown in the windy, warmish Delta comes this unusual Loire-Rhône blend, and it's a really nice wine at a good price. Brimming with citrus, peach, wildflower and brine flavors, it's quite tart in acidity, a wine that needs food. Try with oysters or clams, or as a refreshing appetizer.",Chenin Blanc - Viognier,13,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Pine Ridge 2005 Chenin Blanc - Viognier White (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2005-chenin-blanc-viognier-white-central-valley-clarksburg/,White Blend,2005,Pine Ridge
,Red,US,"This is a collaboration between Long Shadows and Precept Brands. Half Cabernet and the rest an unusual mix of Merlot, Syrah, Cab Franc and Barbera, it's a kitchen sink compendium of grapes from a dozen vineyards scattered across the state. Predictably, it's a diffuse, unfocused red blend, which does not express grape or region in any identifiable way. A good quaffer.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pendulum 2004 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pendulum-2004-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Pendulum
14,Red,Chile,"Punchy and fruity up front, this Cab doesn't seem to be trying to do too much and thus it succeeds on many fronts. The cherry and plum flavors are clean if unspectacular, while the finish shows full tannins, some bitter chocolate and pretty good feel. Nothing out of the ordinary but perfectly fine.",Los Vascos,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2005 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2005-los-vascos-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
13,Red,Australia,"Like De Bortoli's Estate Grown Pinot Noir, this Reserve Release (also estate grown), is firmly built. Crisp acids and a big, burly mouthfeel accent sour cherry and cranberry fruit and an increased dose of new oak. It's plenty muscular, but could use a touch more finesse.",Reserve Release,40,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2005 Reserve Release Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-reserve-release-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,De Bortoli
13,Red,Italy,"Blueberry and vanilla sum up this wine nicely; despite its beautiful packaging and brilliant ruby color, it doesn't offer much more. That said, it is an enjoyable and easy wine with enough palate-cleaning acidity to boost its appeal as a companion to most hearty foods.",Quattro Vicariati,24,86,,Trentino,,Cavit 2001 Quattro Vicariati Red (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-2001-quattro-vicariati-red-trentino/,Red Blend,2001,Cavit
,Red,US,"This is a straightforward style of cool-climate Washington Cabernet. The herbal character of the grape comes through cleanly, with tart red fruits, hints of mushroom and just a bit of dill. Earthy and astringent, it's a wine that would sit solidly alongside a basic bottle of Bordeaux.",,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex II 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-ii-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Apex II
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Alta Vista is one of several Mendoza Malbecs from 2004 that pales next to that winery's basic bottling. Yes, there's heft, cassis and sweetness, but overall the wine doesn't have the focus, purity and density to rank higher. It's a good wine but it's also slightly candied, medicinal and fleshy. 400 cases produced.",Grande Reserve,23,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2004 Grande Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2004-grande-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Alta Vista
13,Red,Italy,"Fresh cherries, blackberries and blueberries come through loud and clear and are backed by almond nuttiness and mild toast. This is an attractive, fruity and fresh wine of medium consistency that would make a perfect match to grilled meats or lasagna.",,,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Capoverso 2005  Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capoverso-2005-sangiovese-rosso-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2005,Capoverso
13.5,White,US,"Shows a deft touch with the varietal, with lusciously ripe apricot purée, green apple and tropical fruit flavors that are layered with spicy oak. Notable for its balance, and the fresh acidity that makes the finish so clean and lively.",Starmont,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2005 Starmont Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2005-starmont-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Merryvale
13.5,Red,Chile,"Bouchon's top-shelf red begins leathery and minty, with background red-fruit aromas poking through. The palate is lively and juicy, with slightly sheer and grabby tannins creating some jaggedness. Finishes in solid fashion, with weight and clarity. .",Premium Assemblage,27,86,Maule Valley,,,J. Bouchon 2003 Premium Assemblage Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bouchon-2003-premium-assemblage-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2003,J. Bouchon
13,White,Italy,"The saturated, golden color is perplexing because you might think the wine is oxidized. Yet, once you bring your nose to the glass, you will be happily surprised by pine nut, melon, Golden Delicious apple and a touch of maple syrup. It's creamy in the mouth with toasted notes that ride over a long finish. Pair with roasted pork.",,27,86,,Collio,,Il Carpino 2003 Ribolla Gialla (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-carpino-2003-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-collio/,Ribolla Gialla,2003,Il Carpino
13.5,Red,Australia,"A second label from Hungerford Hill, Fishcage features cassis and vanilla aromas and flavors, with a hint of mint that intensifies on the finish. Creamy-textured, the wine finishes with surprisingly good length and a touch of chocolate. Drink now.",Fishcage,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hungerford Hill 2004 Fishcage Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2004-fishcage-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Hungerford Hill
,White,Austria,"For a 5-year-old wine, this is still very fresh, with a soft, off-dry character, flavors of spices and almonds, and soft acidity. An excellent apéritif wine.",Privat Reserve Pinot Blanc,21,86,Neusiedlersee,,,Höpler 1999 Privat Reserve Pinot Blanc Pinot Blanc (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-1999-privat-reserve-pinot-blanc-neusiedlersee/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Höpler
13.5,Red,Italy,"Light in color and thin in extraction, this Cannonau opens with aromas of forest berry, red candy, blue flowers, white stone, fennel seed and walnut nuttiness. There's enough dimension and structure here to pair with roasted pork, fried chicken or cheese-topped pasta.",Riserva,14,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Sella & Mosca 2004 Riserva  (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-2004-riserva-grenache-cannonau-cannonau-sardegna/,Cannonau,2004,Sella & Mosca
13.5,Red,Chile,"This perennial Best Buy shines in 2005. It's clean, inviting and ready to go as piercing cherry, plum and cola flavors make a stand. Flush, warm and fairly full-bodied, 120 is one of those bargain lines that satisfies. More than 300,000 cases made, so it's good stuff made on a grand scale.",120,8,86,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Rita 2005 120 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2005-120-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Santa Rita
14.5,White,US,"Made in a leaner, crisper style, this Chard has citrus, floral and tart green apple flavors with a steely minerality. It's a very balanced wine that won't overshadow cracked crab or roasted chicken with rice.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2005 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2005,Clos La Chance
14.5,Red,US,"Rich and fruity, this Syrah, blended with some Grenache, offers palate-appealing cherry, chocolate, blackberry, blueberry, licorice and coffee flavors wrapped in a softly ripe package. It's not especially complex, but offers plenty of elegant deliciousness.",Black-Chinned,18,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2004 Black-Chinned Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-black-chinned-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2004,Clos La Chance
12,White,US,"A clean, minerally, citric nose with a touch of flowers leads into flavors of melon, lemon and lime with this dry Riesling. The wine is refreshing and lively but there's ample structure, too. The finish is a bit thin but the wine will pair well with a variety of foods, especially cheeses and seafood.",Dry,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fulkerson 2005 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2005-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2005,Fulkerson
13.5,White,Chile,"Praise goes to the integrity of this wine. It's true Sauvignon Blanc, with prickly green aromas along with cucumber, citrus and green apple flavors. Up to that point it's got all that you want, but the mouthfeel seems sort of spritzy and in the end it doesn't seem to be in total unison. Drink now or wait for the 2006.",20 Barrels Limited Edition,25,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 20 Barrels Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-20-barrels-limited-edition-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Cono Sur
,White,US,"A blend of 90% Sémillon enhanced with 10% Klipsun vineyard Sauvignon Blanc. Golden yellow and softly oxidized, it is made in a fully barrel-fermented style, in 50% new oak, yielding a buttery, toasty wine with details from the extended barrel time. It's undeniably flavorful, but what is sacrificed is fruit freshness and most of the varietal character.",,15,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2005 Sémillon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2005-semillon-other/,Sémillon,2005,Red Sky
,Red,US,"Kana does a bit better with this concentrated Malbec which shows very tart blackberry, licorice and roasted espresso flavors. There's plenty of acid to balance out the big fruit and alcohol, and the tannins have been well managed. This appears to be a wine that could well improve with up to five years of cellaring. Right now it's very tight.",Snipes Mountain Vineyard,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kana 2004 Snipes Mountain Vineyard Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2004-snipes-mountain-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2004,Kana
,Red,US,"This is pure Cab, from Wooded Island and Inland Desert vineyards. Sappy and tight, it opens with some notes of Band-Aid® and a very tart, astringent mouthfeel. There's good fruit here, but it's wrapped into a stiff and somewhat plastic base that doesn't feel as if it will go anywhere good.",,32,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Stephenson Cellars 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephenson-cellars-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Stephenson Cellars
13,White,Italy,"There's a very attractive mineral component to this wine that helps create a sensation of dryness and purity to both the nose and mouth. Dig deeper and other aromas of exotic fruit, citrus and ground clover add roundness and fullness.",Grivò,17,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2005 Grivò Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2005-grivo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Volpe Pasini
13.2,Red,US,"Opens with the jammy, primary fruit aromas of a wine fresh out of the fermenter, then turns acidic and fruity, with grapy blackberry and cherry flavors. This is obviously a young wine that needs bottle age. Should come into its own sometime in 2007.",Charles Wetmore Reserve,22,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2004 Charles Wetmore Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2004-charles-wetmore-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Wente
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is a nicely made, varietally correct Pinot Noir from a region known more for its Bordeaux varieties (and increasingly Syrah). Delicate scents of tea, rose petals and cranberries set the stage for a light-bodied wine that features juicy raspberry and cranberry flavors with some herbal notes.",Cellar Selection,18,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Sileni 2006 Cellar Selection Pinot Noir (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-2006-cellar-selection-pinot-noir-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Noir,2006,Sileni
12.5,Red,Australia,"Slightly brassy in color, this Riesling is already showing a touch of age to its aromas and flavors as well. There's hints of smoke and petrol to go with flavors of orange marmalade and honey. Finishes with orange and spice notes. Drink now.",Southern Sisters Reserve,20,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Heath Wines 2004 Southern Sisters Reserve Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heath-wines-2004-southern-sisters-reserve-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2004,Heath Wines
13.5,White,Chile,"A good but hardly outstanding wine. It offers mineral and citrus aromas but also some funk (think a European train during the summer). Passion fruit, orange and grapefruit flavors control the palate, which is spritzy and soda-like. Best by the glass, with cod or conch fritters.",Limited Selection Leyda Vineyard,16,86,Leyda Valley,,,Montes 2006 Limited Selection Leyda Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2006-limited-selection-leyda-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Montes
12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a nicely priced Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon blend that appears extra toasty and ripe thanks to a hot vintage. The nose yields exotic spice, raspberry preserves, prune and plum. The wine has medium structure in the mouth and is an easy drink overall.",Remole,10,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2003 Remole Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2003-remole-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2003,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
13,Red,Argentina,"Despite a young, jumpy and jammy beginning, this wine soon finds a groove that includes ripe cherry and berry flavors backed by a nice mouthfeel and a full finish that keeps its form. If there's the smallest bit of green on the nose and flavor it's forgiven by overall good quality.",Alto Medrano,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Filus 2005 Alto Medrano Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2005-alto-medrano-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2005,Filus
13.5,Red,Chile,"On the whole, Calina is a solid, textbook Chilean Cabernet, meaning it's endowed with blackberry, plum, tobacco and cola aromas and flavors. The finish shows a little oak in the form of mocha, while the feel is pleasant. Nothing earth-shaking, but perfectly good. Imported by Sovereign Wine Imports.",Reserva,8,86,Rapel Valley,,,Calina 2005 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2005-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Calina
14.9,Red,US,"Nice everyday Zin, a little one-dimensional, but polished and varietal, just the ticket with barbecued or smoked meat, or a good smoked cheese like gouda. It's basically dry, but with a sweet, plumped raisin edge to the cherry, raspberry, cocoa, leather and plum flavors.",,28,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Bonneau 2004 Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2004-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2004,Bonneau
14,Red,Chile,"Purple in hue, with big, toasty aromas of baked fruit, marshmallow, vanilla and mint. If you hadn't guessed by now, it's a fairly oaky wine that's grounded by sweet cassis, cherry and tobacco flavors. It's ripe throughout, with some hard finishing tannins that result in a clamped-down mouthfeel.",Don Reca Limited Release,20,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2005 Don Reca Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2005-don-reca-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Viña La Rosa
,Red,US,"A blend of 60% Cab Franc and 40% Merlot, this pleasant, screwcapped red is all estate grown and produced. It's a good, quaffable red, smooth and flavorful. It comes across as generic, in that it shows no specific identity, relating to grapes or terroir, that marks it as distinct from the myriad other red blends in the market. Just 220 cases produced.",Exclamation Point!,19,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Windy Point 2004 Exclamation Point! Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-point-2004-exclamation-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Windy Point
13.5,Red,US,"This is an elegant wine, not without its faults, but it benefits from a smooth, plush mouthfeel. The berry-cherry fruit is complexed with various earthy elements, like dried leather, coffee, licorice and a spicy, sweet-and-sour tang that calls to mind tabasco. Best now–2007 for its freshness.",Estate,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2003 Estate Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2003-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Hagafen
14.4,White,US,"This is a pretty good price for a nice, clean Chardonnay from Carneros. The wine is dry and crisp, with green apple, peach and pineapple flavors, as well as the buttered toast from aging in oak barrels.",,15,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Egret 2005 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egret-2005-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Egret
15.8,Red,US,"The high alcohol gives this wine heat, a chili pepper kind of burn that isn't exactly unpleasant. It seasons the rich blackberry and black cherry flavors, and causes the tastebuds to crave the alleviating effects of food. Grilled lamb would be perfect. Finishes sweet, which for me reduces the score a point.",,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edward Sellers 2004 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edward-sellers-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Edward Sellers
14.8,Red,US,"Easy and likeable for its wealth of cherry, blackberry, currant, chocolate and spice flavors, this ripe Syrah is dry and gentle in tannins. It has some complexity and will play well against rich meats.",Crystal Valley,18,86,California,California Other,California,Cosentino 2003 Crystal Valley Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2003-crystal-valley-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Cosentino
13.2,Red,Argentina,"There doesn't seem to be a bad wine in the Sur de los Andes portfolio. This Malbec-Cabernet blend deals black cherry on the nose and behind that there's alert, focused cherry and raspberry flavors. Overall it's a basic red that's a touch tight and grabby, but in general it's enjoyable.",,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sur de los Andes 2005 Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sur-los-andes-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Sur de los Andes
14.1,Red,US,"A little simple, but pleasant and elegant, with a delicately silky body and cherry, cola, wintergreen, vanilla and oaky flavors. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,26,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2005 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2005-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Siduri
,White,Chile,"Over time Santa Rita's Medalla Chardonnay has gotten better, but it's still a wine with some holes to fill. For starters, 14.5% alcohol equates to heft and heat, while the mouthfeel comes across grabby and resiny. And while it's not overoaked, the tangerine and pineapple flavors seem more melony and soft than crisp.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,19,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2005 Medalla Real Special Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2005-medalla-real-special-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Santa Rita
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"It's a simple, fruit-driven Pinot, but it's well done in its idiom, with black cherry fruit carried by a plump mouthfeel and supple tannins. Finishes crisp, making it versatile at the table and worth trying with salmon or tuna. Drink now.",,17,86,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2006 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2006-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2006,Kim Crawford
,White,US,"This is a pleasant, fairly soft white wine that mixes the herbaceous grassiness of Sauvignon Blanc with some of the plump pleasures of Chardonnay.   Forward and agreeable, it offers clean flavors of apple and melon, set against crisp acidity.",Cellar Select,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kamiak Cellar 2005 Cellar Select Chardonnay-Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kamiak-cellar-2005-select-white-blend-chardonnay-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay-Sauvignon,2005,Kamiak Cellar
12,White,Italy,"A lovely floral, fresh and fruity wine, this Soave is simple and clean with a pretty embroidery of peach blossom and citrus aromas. It goes down easy with a delicate but crisp touch along the way.",Levarie,13,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Masi 2005 Levarie  (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2005-levarie-white-soave-classico/,White Blend,2005,Masi
12,Red,Italy,"A deep, ruby-colored wine with aromas of cherry, plum, leather, tar and some dried fruit; this Rabosa-Corvina blend is easy to drink and full of personality. It would pair beautifully with red meat, stews, aged cheeses or roasted vegetables.",Modello delle Venezie,11,86,,Delle Venezie,,Masi 2003 Modello delle Venezie Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2003-modello-delle-venezie-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2003,Masi
14.5,Red,Chile,"A bit toasty and minty, but you also get some black truffle and blackberry on the nose. The palate offers solid cassis and black-fruit flavors, and overall it seems ripe to the core. Jumpy acidity gives the wine a forward personality.",Reserva,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Ines 2004 Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-2004-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2004,Santa Ines
13.5,Red,Chile,"Aromas of bramble and berries are sweetened by hints of cocoa and mocha, while the palate pushes prime cherry and plum flavors. The feel is lively and healthy, while the finish is good and whole. A satisfying mid-level red in every way.",,12,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2005 Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2005-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2005,Santa Ema
14,Red,Chile,"Catalina is Santa Ema's top Cabernet-based blend, yet it shows a lot of leafiness and bell pepper. Yes, it has a good feel and the longer you work with it the more you'll like it. But for me it has a bit too much olive and green to rate higher.",Catalina,37,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2003 Catalina Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2003-catalina-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Santa Ema
13.9,White,US,". The weather didn't cooperate in fully ripening the grapes this cool vintage, so you'll find some cat pee flavors and Marlborough-style gooseberry, juniper and grapefruit. But such is the acidity and cleanliness that this single-vineyard wine packs plenty of interest and power.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Ventana
13,Red,New Zealand,,,38,86,Central Otago,,,Rippon 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rippon-2004-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rippon
13.8,Red,US,"Once you get past the name, you find a pretty good Pinot. It's not a heavy hitter, but shows the elegance and dry silkiness you want in that variety, with pleasant cherry, cola, pomegranate, spice and oak flavors.",Sir Lancelot du Lac,20,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Knightsdale 2004 Sir Lancelot du Lac Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knightsdale-2004-sir-lancelot-lac-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Knightsdale
14.2,White,US,"From 25-year-old vines, this Burgundian-inspired white wine wisely avoids the herbaceousness that can accompany Napa Valley Chardonnay. It has passion fruit and papaya flavors that could be a little more concentrated, and also possesses a rich coating of caramelized oak.",Veilles Vignes,38,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2005 Veilles Vignes Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2005-veilles-vignes-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Signorello
14.5,Red,US,"This is from the cool Sonoma Coast, but 2004 was a blistering vintage and the heat struck at harvest. The result is that this Pinot has a cooked berry taste, like cherry pie-filling that leaked from the crust in the oven and partly caramelized. Still, the wine is dry, silky and elegant.",Peters Vineyard,45,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Papapietro Perry 2004 Peters Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papapietro-perry-2004-peters-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Papapietro Perry
,Red,US,"Quite ripe, roasted and lush; this is Zinfandel at its most full and rich, to the point of tasting like a confectionary dessert. If you like flavors of cooked berries, powdered sugar and baking spices, this is the wine for you.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zefina 2003 Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zefina-2003-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2003,Zefina
14,Red,US,"Ripely fruity in good Cabernet flavors, with blackberries and cherries spiced with toasty oak. This is a decent, classy wine. Drink now–2010.",Main Street Vineyard,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2003 Main Street Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2003-main-street-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Trinchero
14.5,Red,US,"Valley of the Moon's Cabernets are always solid and pleasing, and often good values for their price point. The '03 satisfies for its ripe cherry, blackberry and chocolate fruit, lush, smooth tannins and polished softness that carries through the finish.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Valley of the Moon
,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese's delicate nuances meet Cabernet Sauvignon's muscle to shape a ruby wine with notes of red fruit, blueberry and wood spice. The wine showcases its fruity youthfulness and approachability and has drying tannins at the close.",Barco Reale di Carmignano,15,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capezzana 2004 Barco Reale di Carmignano Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2004-barco-reale-carmignano-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Capezzana
13.5,Red,Italy,"Overall this wine is fruity and pleasant but there are a few elements left hanging. The nose delivers pretty blueberry and cherry but also present is chopped dill or soy sauce that may not appeal to all. Textured with firm tannins, it would pair well with barbeque sauce and ribs.   CHECK THAT THIS IS MOST RECENT VINATAGE.",Villa di Capezzana,30,86,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 2003 Villa di Capezzana  (Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2003-villa-red-carmignano/,Red Blend,2003,Capezzana
13,White,Argentina,"In a nutshell, this wine is focused in the right direction. Round up front, with melon, papaya and floral aromas. A creamy texture holds flavors of papaya, peach and melon. Solid on the finish and pleasant as Torrontes goes. A fine apéritif when served properly chilled.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2006 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2006-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2006,Bodega Norton
,Red,US,"This unusual wine mixes Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Counoise and Cinsault—not gonna find that in California! It's got a great spicy edge to it, along with chocolatey tannins and acids that suggest a lick of grapefruit—the Washington Syrah signature. It's a very appealing red blend, great for tossing into any party mix, unpretentious, rich and flavorful.",Serience,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zefina 2003 Serience Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zefina-2003-serience-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Zefina
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Plagued by controversy back home because of different bottlings, the one imported to the U.S. is a plump, fruit-filled wine. Lime and passion fruit aromas and tropical flavors show no signs of Sauvignon's sometime vegetal side, finishing short and arguably a little sweet.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Wither Hills 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wither-hills-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Wither Hills
14.3,Red,US,"A bit too ripe, with chocolate-covered raisin flavors and a touch of pruniness in the finish. It's a tasty wine, even a delicious one, and it does the best job it can, but that kind of supermaturity loses points.",Wrightman House Vineyard,30,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Raye's Hill 2004 Wrightman House Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rayes-hill-2004-wrightman-house-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Raye's Hill
,Red,US,"A blend of 70% Cabernet and 30% Merlot. It's got some muscle and depth along with the ripe, solid fruit flavors of pie cherry and black currant. The alcohol is just 13.5% and the varietal blend just perfect, offering tart, spicy fruit lightly speckled with dried herb, and finished with streaks of baker's chocolate. The wine chugs along gracefully without let-up, a pleasure with food or without.",Whistle Stop Red,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2003 Whistle Stop Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2003-whistle-stop-red-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Snoqualmie
13.8,White,US,"Better known for Cabernet, Pine Ridge has been doing an interesting job with Chardonnay. Every vintage is different, but usually worth a peek. The '05, from a cool year, is high in acidity, which gives the long hangtime peach, apricot and nectarine fruit a tart, jam-like boost.",Dijon Clones,33,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Pine Ridge 2005 Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2005-dijon-clones-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Pine Ridge
13.5,White,US,"If you've never seen the winery's estate, it's wide open to the fog and winds of San Francisco/San Pablo Bay, so even in a hot vintage like this, their Chards possess keen acidity that gives them a steely minerality. It's not a particularly ripe wine, but shows tart citrus flavors, while new French oak adds a much-needed creamy richness. This is a terrific food Chardonnay, not one that needs to be appreciated by itself.",Estate,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2004 Estate Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2004-estate-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Gloria Ferrer
14,Red,Argentina,"The 2005 starts with smoke, heft and dark fruit, while the reasonably rich palate boasts black cherry and plum flavors. This is a solid, value-priced Malbec, as it delivers the grape's weight and fruit but in a well-balanced way.",,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Chakana
13.5,White,Italy,"This light, straw-colored Chard offers rich notes of stone fruit, honey, vanilla and toasted oak. It is half oak and half steel fermented for structure and freshness. Thanks to its easy-going, approachable style, creamy texture and crisp acidity, this wine would pair wonderfully with pasta, fish and vegetables.",Fabrizio Bianchi,20,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Monsanto 2004 Fabrizio Bianchi Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2004-fabrizio-bianchi-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2004,Castello di Monsanto
13.5,Red,Italy,"What works nicely here are the cherry, forest berry, charcoal, black licorice and plum aromas. You'll get candied cherry flavors in the mouth and dusty tannins although the wine lacks that extra dimension to boost it up to the excellent category.",Riserva,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 2003 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2003-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2003,Castello di Monsanto
13.5,Red,Chile,"Perfectly nice and approachable; this slightly sweet and easy Merlot has just enough depth and heft to satisfy serious wine drinkers but also a cheerful, simple presentation that will satiate novices. Good feel, healthy and dripping with raspberry and plum flavors.",,9,87,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2005 Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2005-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2005,Aresti
13.9,Red,Chile,"If you don't mind some sweetness on both the nose and palate, then you'll be thrilled with this affordable Merlot that pulses with plum and berry flavors in front of a sculpted, perfectly clean finish. Nothing complicated, yet for clarity, fullness and energy it's a high scorer.",Reserva,8,87,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2005 Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2005-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2005,Calina
13.5,Red,Chile,"Granted, the nose deals a full blast of Carmenère's typical tomato, olive and peppery aromas, but the body is just right and the palate features some core fruit that's dark, ripe and rippled with proper tannins and acidity. Anyone curious about Carmenère will be well served starting here.",Reserva,8,87,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2005 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2005-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Calina
12,White,US,"Creamy, opulent aromas of honey, apricot and melon are followed by a balanced, harmonious blend of fruit and toast in this reserve Riesling from the Finger Lakes' Atwater Estate Vineyards. There's ample weight but a fun, bright raciness in the midpalate, making this a great wine for food pairing.",Reserve,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Atwater 2005 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2005-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2005,Atwater
13.5,Red,US,"This is a nice Pinot that shows off the variety's dry silkiness in a showy way. It offers cola, cherry, rhubarb, pomegranate and herb tea flavors, with crisp acidity and enough tannins to accompany steaks and chops.",Estate,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2005 Estate Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2005-estate-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Hagafen
14,Red,US,"This is a Cabernet-like Zin, meaning it has the elegance and balance of a fine red wine. It also means it does not have that overly hot, alcoholic, superripe Portiness that Zin can have, especially in a hot vintage like '04. Nice and dry, with spicy berry flavors, it's a good wine for game.",,29,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2004 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2004-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Hagafen
12,White,Australia,"This wine's bouquet of pineapple, passion fruit and pink grapefruit is immediately attractive, leading easily into a palate of mixed citrus. A little leaner than the winery's Hazard Hill Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc, but probably better suited to raw shellfish. Clean and refreshing on the finish. Drink now.",Omrah,15,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2006 Omrah Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2006-omrah-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Plantagenet
12.5,Red,Italy,"Spice, leather, smoked ham and slate roof are backed by lush red berry aromas. This deep, dark Cabernet Franc also imparts seductive notes of vanilla and mocha fudge that recall New World winemaking; very tight tannins and firm structure. Good value.",,15,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Monteforche 2005 Cabernet Franc (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteforche-2005-cabernet-franc-veneto/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Monteforche
11.8,White,US,"Delicate aromas of lime and peach and a bright, clean combination of sweet and dry flavors make this Riesling an accessible, versatile choice to pair with food or sip alone. It's flavorful and full of body, but maintains an elegant touch.",Martini Reinhardt Selection,24,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Anthony Road 2005 Martini Reinhardt Selection Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-road-2005-martini-reinhardt-selection-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2005,Anthony Road
13.5,White,Italy,"This important name in Italian white wine delivers a delightfully expressive Sauvignon Blanc that puts emphasis on the sweet, toasted notes, not the variety's characteristic green ones: Almond nut, peach and dried hay are framed by smoke and campfire notes. It's creamy in the mouth with good consistency.",,21,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Lis Neris 2005 Sauvignon (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-venezia-giulia/,Sauvignon,2005,Lis Neris
14.2,Red,US,"Ripe and flavorful, in a direct sort of way, this Pinot offers a mouthful of cherry-pie filling, black raspberry, cola, pomegranate and spicy oak flavors. It's fully dry, with a nice, silky texture, and is best now.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 2004 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kynsi
13.5,White,US,"Crisp and zesty, this Chard has very bright, pure flavors of tangerines, limes, pineapples and vanilla-caramel oak. High acidity balances the honeyed sweetness.",Gold Stripe,18,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2005 Gold Stripe Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2005-gold-stripe-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2005,Ventana
12.5,White,Australia,"Shows subtle oaking in its hints of toast and vanilla, but the standout facet of this wine is its ripe melon fruit, which gives it size and roundness but lacks a little touch of richness. The result is an easy-to-drink wine that's clean and refreshing on the palate.",Reserve Release,40,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2005 Reserve Release Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-reserve-release-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,De Bortoli
13,Red,Australia,"Like De Bortoli's Estate Grown Pinot Noir, this Reserve Release (also estate grown), is firmly built. Crisp acids and a big, burly mouthfeel accent sour cherry and cranberry fruit and an increased dose of new oak. It's plenty muscular, but could use a touch more finesse.",Estate Grown,30,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2005 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-estate-grown-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,De Bortoli
12.7,Red,Australia,"Cherry, berry and stone fruit aromas and flavors mark this fruity, not particularly complex quaff that would do well washing down barbecue and the like. Ultrasoft, with a very supple finish. Drink now.",The Gorge,15,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,David Hook Wines 2004 The Gorge Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hook-wines-2004-gorge-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2004,David Hook Wines
13,Red,Italy,"Good aromatic intensity helps shape aromas of blackberry, forest floor and white mushroom. Overall, there is nice harmony to this wine with well-integrated oak notes thanks to 24 months of wood aging and vibrant fruit. It's slightly tart in the mouth with firm tannins.",Pasiteo,25,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fassati 2002 Pasiteo  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fassati-2002-pasiteo-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2002,Fassati
13.5,Dessert,Austria,"Sweet quince jelly flavors, along with a touch of toffee, suggest a wine that is sweeter than it is. It finishes rich, but also with a layer of dryness. Seems to lack  acidity.",Beerenauslese Grüner Veltliner,35,87,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2000 Beerenauslese Grüner Veltliner Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2000-beerenauslese-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Steininger
11.8,Dessert,US,"Apple, honey and flowers on the nose are followed by flavors of baked apple and a raciness that maintains a fine balance between dry and sweet. There are also flashes of lemon here, which keeps the wine clean and exuberant in character. A very good wine that has enough flavor to be enjoyed alone, but will be excellent when paired with seafood.",Bunch Select,20,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2004 Bunch Select Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2004-bunch-select-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2004,Sheldrake Point
13.5,White,Chile,"Like its predecessor, the 2005, this wine has strong jalapeño, bell pepper and tomato leaf aromas. In fact, for a time it smells like salsa. The palate offers slap-you-in-the-face fruit and zest, while the finish is racy due to young, jumpy acidity. A nice wine with seafood appetizers.",20 Barrels Limited Edition,20,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2006 20 Barrels Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2006-20-barrels-limited-edition-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Cono Sur
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Merlot dominates the blend by about a 2:1 ratio, yielding a smooth, supple wine that firms up just enough on the dusty finish to give it the proper structure. The cherry fruit flavors are clean and fresh, anchored by darker berry notes and hints of bittersweet chocolate. Drink now–2010.",Private Bin,15,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Villa Maria 2005 Private Bin Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2005-private-bin-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Villa Maria
13.3,White,Italy,"Pretty almond nut, peach, pear and honeydew tones reflect the best of this northeastern Italian region already associated with excellent whites. This wine sparkles thanks to lush honey and dried herb aromas: It's clean and crisp with spice on the close.",Zuc di Volpe,25,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2005 Zuc di Volpe Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2005-zuc-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Volpe Pasini
14.8,Red,Argentina,"In previous vintages this was a favorite, but the '04 vintage, while ripe and manly, seems a little commonplace by comparison. The nose is mostly a mixing of oak and heavy fruit scents, while the palate is your standard trio of black cherry, raspberry and chocolate. Finishes tight, with some creamy wood notes. Imported by Quintessential Wines, LLC.",Particular,30,87,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2004 Particular Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2004-particular-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2004,Valentín Bianchi
14.2,White,US,"A little overworked, with all the barrel fermentation, new French oak and sur lie aging, but this is generally a high-class dry wine made in the manner of a white Graves. It's forward in citrus, green apple and peaches and cream flavors, with a refined mouthfeel.",Seta,23,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2005 Seta White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2005-seta-white-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Signorello
14,Red,Italy,"Aromas of cherry, spice cake and vanilla are nicely integrated, forward and dense. Very delicate menthol notes also come into play at the fringe. A succulent wine boasting soft tannins.",,37,87,,Friuli,,Il Carpino 2003 Red (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-carpino-2003-red-friuli/,Red Blend,2003,Il Carpino
13.6,Red,US,"Tasted against much more expensive young Napa Cabs, this bottling held up well. It shows very ripe cherry pie, blackberry, cassis and smoky oak flavors that are wrapped in sturdy, but softly ripe, tannins, making the wine immediately drinkable.",Estate,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hagafen
12.6,White,US,". This is an unusual blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier and Sémillon, and it just shows what an interesting wine you can make with exotic combinations. Sauvignon brings citrus and acidity, while Viognier contributes flowers and passion fruit.",Mercury Rising Blanc,18,87,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar 2005 Mercury Rising Blanc White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2005-mercury-rising-blanc-white-other/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Cinnabar
14.8,Red,US,"A little off the pace of previous vintages, although it shows that Soter elegance and Napa pedigree. It's tremendously concentrated in black currant and cherry fruit, almost with the superintensity of a wine reduction sauce, and you'll also find significant new French oak. A blend of the major township communes along Highway 29, it's a beautifully lush Cab, but doesn't seem like an ager.",,90,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Etude 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Etude
,Red,US,"This is the sort of rustic, earthy wine that should be served from a carafe and accompanied with hearty country cooking. There is nothing fancy here, but the fruit is plump and round, and the flavors seem more evolved than the vintage would suggest. It's a wine to enjoy right now, with no worries about cellaring or when it will be ready. It's ready.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,E. B. Foote
13.8,White,US,"Made in the slightly sweet, lemongrass and fig style that's so popular nowadays, this wine, with some of the Musqué clone, has very crisp acidity that balances out the ripeness. Great with a salad of mixed greens with chevre, grapefruit and roasted peppers.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Matanzas Creek
18.5,Dessert,US,"Pretty good Port-like dessert wine, with tons of honeyed, brown sugar sweetness framing blackberry, cherry, chocolate truffle and coffee flavors. Not designed to age, it's best now with anything chocolaty.",Bliss Vineyard Tawny Port,26,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao NV Bliss Vineyard Tawny Port Port (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-nv-bliss-vineyard-tawny-port-port-blend-port-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Port,,Brutocao
13.5,White,Chile,"Every Calina 2005 wine we tried was rock-solid and deserving of Best Buy notoriety. This one delivers ripe pear and melon aromas in front of apple and nectarine flavors. All in all it's a full-bodied, plump Chard with good enough balance and acidity that it seems entirely fresh. Imported by Sovereign Wine Imports.",Reserva,8,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Calina 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2005-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Calina
,White,US,"This 50/50 Viognier/Roussanne blend brings sharp, crisp, acid-driven flavors to your mouth. It's a confident mix of pineapple, tropical fruit, melon and citrus with a sharp tang to the finish. Though it feels a little hot when sipped alone, it's got the stuffing to be an intriguing accompaniment to certain foods, such as spicy Asian shellfish and seafood.",Serience,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zefina 2004 Serience White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zefina-2004-serience-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Zefina
14,Red,Italy,"an estate located between Florence and Pisa, this is a chocolate-charged wine with good intensity and coffee, leather, blackberry and plum aromas. There's also a lactic-like note buried within and the balance between acidity and dusty tannins hits the mark.",Borgoforte,11,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2004 Borgoforte Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2004-borgoforte-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Villa Pillo
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This sister label to Villa Maria better known for its Hawkes Bay red wines has turned out a plump, medium-weight Sauvignon Blanc. It starts with scents of crushed tomato leaf, then folds in grapefruit and a hint of honey on the palate. Turns more powerfully grassy and herbal on the finish, ending on a slightly bitter note.",,20,87,Marlborough,,,Vidal 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Vidal
,Red,US,"Gloria continues to figure out how to make Pinot, after starting life as a sparkling wine house. This Pinot is dry and elegantly silky, with subtle complexities. It's a delicious wine to drink now for its spicy cherry and smoky oak flavors.",Jose S. Ferrer Selection,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2003 Jose S. Ferrer Selection Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2003-jose-s-selection-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Gloria Ferrer
14,Red,Chile,"From the full-bodied, full-color school comes this ripe, willing red. It's heady and loaded with black cherry and chocolate flavors, while the succulent finish is bold, chewy and laden with fudge. Not intellectual but big in fruit and flavor.",,9,87,Molina,,,Echeverria 2006 Carmenère (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2006-carmenere-molina/,Carmenère,2006,Echeverria
,Red,US,"Dense and concentrated, this wine looks serious from the get-go. The scents are smoky, earthy and rich, a sensual mix of fruit, leather and wood. There is plenty of acid behind the tannin, and the modest (13.1%) alcohol sends it squarely into the Bordeaux camp. You can pick up hints of dried herb, mushroom and leaf; an intriguing, well-made wine.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,E. B. Foote
13.5,Red,Australia,"With its aromas and flavors of toast, cedar and vanilla, this is a bit woody, but there's still plenty of fresh cherries and berries to help support the 15 months of aging in French oak. Medium-bodied, with a juicy, mouthwatering quality to the fruit that helps balance the dry oaky notes.",,20,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hungerford Hill 2004 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Hungerford Hill
13.6,Red,Argentina,"Cinnamon and other sultry, exotic aromas envelop the heavy, saturated bouquet, while plum flavors veer a bit toward prune as the palate yields to a rich, almost liqueur-like finish. May be a case of more ripeness working against the wine, because Alma's less-ripe, less-extracted Malbecs seem even better.",Gran Reserva,25,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma de los Andes 2004 Gran Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-los-andes-2004-gran-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Alma de los Andes
13.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Chianti Classico, aged two years in barrique, seems to have lost some of its overall intensity, but not its aromas of red currant and vanilla. It's astringent on the palate and enjoyable, but not stellar.",Riserva Montegiachi,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 2003 Riserva Montegiachi  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricoltori-chianti-geografico-2003-riserva-montegiachi-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico
15.2,Red,US,"Pretty much near the top for warm-climate Paso Cabernet, with its sweet, pretty tannins, soft acidity and well-ripened fruit. The flavors, of blackberries, cola, sassafras and spicy plums, last deep and long. Drink now for freshness.",Private Reserve,45,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2004 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2004-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Dunning Vineyards
13.9,Red,US,"If you're looking for an everyday, affordable wine with real Pinot character, try this. It shows the silky texture, dryness and polished cherry, root beer, spice and oaky flavors that characterize the variety, but is not a simple wine, offering layers of complexity and satisfaction.",Paragon,15,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2005 Paragon Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2005-paragon-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Edna Valley Vineyard
14.5,Red,Australia,"Fans of ultrasoft, creamy-oaky wines will find a lot to like in this. Scents of toast, cedar and caramel lead the way, backed up by plum and herb flavors and lashings of oak. Worth holding 1–2 years to see if it integrates.",Abbotts Prayer Vineyard,70,87,South Australia,Lenswood,,Henschke 2003 Abbotts Prayer Vineyard Merlot (Lenswood),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2003-abbotts-prayer-vineyard-merlot-lenswood/,Merlot,2003,Henschke
14.7,Red,US,"Cinsault is a minor French variety, grown in the Rhône and the southwest of France. It typically produces a ripe, full-bodied red wine, as it has here, brimming with dry cherry and blackberry flavors and a rich, pastry taste suggesting chocolate coconut cream pie. Very nice, but drink now.",,21,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 2004 Cinsault (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-2004-other-red-cinsault-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cinsault,2004,Frick
,Red,US,"A good effort, with plenty of snap and sizzle for an eight dollar wine. You get juicy berry fruit, some clean spice and suggestions of white pepper, fine acids and decent length. It says Shiraz but it's less of an Aussie style and more of a snappy, acid-driven Washington take.",Two Vines,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2004 Two Vines Shiraz (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2004-two-vines-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-columbia-valley-wa/,Shiraz,2004,Columbia Crest
13,Red,Spain,"Viña Mayor has been around for ages; in 2005 its young wines show huge fruit, nuance and quality. This basic youngster rides high with boysenberry flavors followed by toast, earth and mushroom on the finish. Smells and tastes better than its price.",Roble,10,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2005 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2005-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Viña Mayor
13.5,Red,US,"Tamas has always done a good job with Sangiovese, and that's because they don't try too hard. They're not attempting some kind of fancy Tuscan or super Tuscan wine, just a dry, balanced red wine to have with great food. This is a true Chianti-style wine, with a splash of Barbera,offering a great deal of elegant pleasure at a great price.",,13,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 2004 Sangiovese (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2004-sangiovese-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sangiovese,2004,Tamás Estates
13,White,Italy,"This historic family-run winery (now run by Maria Angela, Carlo and Giorgio) presents a clean and completely refreshing Sauvignon with grapefruit, citrus, sage, green notes and a remote background aroma that recalls almond marzipan. It has nice consistency and some interesting succulence in the mouth.",,37,88,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2005 Sauvignon (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-collio/,Sauvignon,2005,Mario Schiopetto
,Red,US,"Deep, spicy and heavily extracted, this estate-grown Syrah is an excellent expression of a clear-cut Washington approach to the grape. The tangy blue fruit is etched in citrus rind, especially grapefruit, which gives it a marvelous acidic lift throughout the palate. Tight, young, sharp and focused, it promises good development over the next decade.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,McKinley Springs 2004 Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mckinley-springs-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2004,McKinley Springs
13.5,Red,New Zealand,,,23,88,Central Otago,,,Nevis Bluff 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nevis-bluff-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago-67988/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nevis Bluff
14.5,Red,Chile,"A nonconformist blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Carmenère, Petit Verdot and Sangiovese that starts with hard mint and oak aromas that are echoed on the palate, which is foresty and slightly herbal. As it opens, however, richness, sweetness and harmony emerge. It's maybe not a star but it has its virtues.",The Blend Limited Edition,40,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2004 The Blend Limited Edition Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2004-blend-limited-edition-red-aconcagua-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Errazuriz
13.7,Red,US,"EOS's reserve Petite kicks the regular '03 up several notches in richness and overall impressiveness. The fruit is kick-butt, all blackberry jam, root beer, cola, cherry pie and gingerbread, but for all that, the wine is dry. It's also soft in acids, and the tannins cry out for marbled beef.",Reserve,25,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2003 Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2003-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,EOS
,Red,US,"This is Wahluke Slope fruit, which means a hot climate, high alcohol, nothing-shy-about-it red wine. The Merlot is buttressed with 11% Cab Franc, which gives a tannic underpinning and a hint of green tea in the finishing tannins. Substantial and thick, it's definitely a hearty wine for meaty, midwinter dishes.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,E. B. Foote
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Round, easily approachable Sauvignon Blanc, with pink grapefruit aromas and flavors that verge on red berries. A hint of grassiness keeps it true to type, with citrus flavors that define the finish. Drink now.",,18,88,Marlborough,,,Dashwood 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashwood-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Dashwood
14,White,Argentina,"Forward and nicely oaked, with spearmint, cinnamon and green wood aromas courtesy of serious barreling. With racy acidity and full tannins, this wine hits the palate hard but with tasty cherry and raspberry flavors. A touch sheer and thus best with meat, this wine has many attributes but could stand more finesse.",Infinito,30,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Sur 2003 Infinito Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-sur-2003-infinito-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Bodega Sur
13.5,Red,Italy,"Umbria is an often-overlooked wine region capable of delivering many pleasing surprises. This Sangiovese Grosso-Cabernet Sauvignon blend, aged one year in oak, boasts clove, exotic spice, crushed black pepper and wild mushroom, all rounded off by a cool splash of bell pepper. Its tight tannins and succulence make it ideal to pair with red meat.",Foresco,22,88,Central Italy,Lago di Corbara,,Barberani 2003 Foresco Red (Lago di Corbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2003-foresco-red-lago-corbara/,Red Blend,2003,Barberani
,White,Austria,"The Rotgipfler is a rare grape, found almost entirely in the Thermenregion south of Vienna. It produces a crisp, dry, elegant wine, with some structure and flavors of green grape skins. Fresh and crisp aftertaste.",Tradition,15,88,Thermenregion,,,Johanneshof Reinisch 2005 Tradition Rotgipfler (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johanneshof-reinisch-2005-tradition-other-white-rotgipfler-thermenregion/,Rotgipfler,2005,Johanneshof Reinisch
14.8,Red,US,"Unti is a well-known vineyard in central Dry Creek that's the source of well-regarded Syrah, and here, the winemaker justifies the fruit. The wine is dry, rich and complex in berry flavors, with interesting leather, soy, cocoa and cola layers, and an enormously spicy tang. It might age for five years, but is best soon for its vibrancy.",Unti Vineyards,36,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Muscardini 2005 Unti Vineyards Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2005-unti-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2005,Muscardini
14.2,White,US,"Santa Ynez Valley has proven to be a good place to grow Viognier. It's warmish-cool, so the wine gets nice and ripe while preserving vital acidity. This polished wine comes down on the variety's flamboyant side, with lush tropical fruit, honeysuckle and vanilla wafer flavors.",In-Circle Cellar Club Estate,46,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Rideau 2005 In-Circle Cellar Club Estate Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2005-in-circle-cellar-club-estate-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2005,Rideau
14,Red,Chile,"True, spicy and dark on the nose; the bouquet is on the money and doesn't make you question the wine's pedigree. In the mouth, bright red fruit is almosty citrusy, while the finish offers laser-like cherry and raspberry notes with the essence of cola and pepper. A nice example of serious Chilean Pinot.",20 Barrels Limited Edition,25,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 20 Barrels Limited Edition Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-20-barrels-limited-edition-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Cono Sur
14.5,Red,US,"Dashe is a solid Zin producer, and this is the first Cabernet from them that I've reviewed, so it's nice to report how good it is. It's a dry, soft, earthy wine, with lots of new oak, and it's also young. The tannins and acids are a bit strong right now. Give it a few years, and it will come around.",,38,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Dashe Cellars
12,White,US,"This is an enormously likeable wine, dry, crisply tart and citrusy in the way of PG, while a splash of Gewürztraminer adds richer notes of flowers and an oily hint of lychee. It's a very versatile food wine, and at this price, a great buy.",,9,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Tamás Estates 2004 Pinot Grigio (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tamás Estates
14.2,Red,US,"A good followup to the '01, the '02 is a soft, dense, chocolaty Cab, a bit one-dimensional. It offers a solid array of ripe blackberries and smoky oak, with a melted fudge opulence.",,45,87,California,Napa,St. Helena,Varozza 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varozza-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Varozza
14.6,White,US,"Pretty good Chard, not quite on a par with the winery's Upper Barn bottlings but close. The grapes come partially from the Upper Barn vineyard, but it's all mountain-grown, showing concentrated pear, pineapple and peach flavors, with a rich, tobacco herbaceousness.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2005 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Stonestreet
12,Dessert,Austria,"A fresh, clean wine, with attractive acidity. From the merchant house of Lenz Moser, here is a wine that has sweet apple and cream flavors, some white fruits, and light acidity.",Beerenauslese Prestige,15,87,Burgenland,,,Lenz Moser 2005 Beerenauslese Prestige White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenz-moser-2005-beerenauslese-prestige-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2005,Lenz Moser
12.5,Dessert,Austria,"A very light, fresh, delicate wine, that shows crispness, flavors of sweet apples and just a touch of pepper. Picked on December 13, 2005, at a temperature of 17 degrees, according to Sepp Mantler.",Grüner Veltliner Eiswein,38,87,Kremstal,,,Mantlerhof 2005 Grüner Veltliner Eiswein Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mantlerhof-2005-gruner-veltliner-eiswein-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Mantlerhof
13.5,White,US,"This is a pretty good Chard; the grapes come partially from the Upper Barn vineyard, but it's all mountain-grown, showing concentrated pear, pineapple and peach flavors, with a rich, tobacco herbaceousness.",,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2005 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2005-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Saintsbury
13.9,Rose,US,"Cherries, cherries, cherries! So good and pure. That's from the Grenache, while Syrah lends weight. Dry, silky and crisp from the acidity that characterizes all Arroyo Seco wines, this is the kind of blush that's turning consumers onto rosé wines.",Dry Rosado,14,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2005 Dry Rosado Rosé (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2005-dry-rosado-rose-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Rosé,2005,Ventana
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Starts of with plenty of sweaty, passion fruit aromas, but delivers ripe citrus and pink grapefruit flavors. It's plump and round on the palate, finishing crisp and citrusy. Imported by Pernod Ricard USA.",,16,87,Marlborough,,,Stoneleigh 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoneleigh-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Stoneleigh
14.5,Red,US,"This is an upscale bottling from the veteran winery, Stevenot. It's the best Foothills Pinot Noir I've had in a long time, and stands comparison with a fine coastal bottling, maybe a Russian River Valley. Dry and silky, it's complex in cherry, cola, pomegranate and plummy spice flavors, with good acids and soft, fuzzy tannins that make it instantly drinkable.",Gabriel,28,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Stevenot 2004 Gabriel Pinot Noir (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2004-gabriel-pinot-noir-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Stevenot
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a fruit-forward Pinot with all the silky pleasure you could want. It's nice and dry, with rich, ripe cherry, cola, raspberry and white chocolate flavors, enhanced with layers of smoky oak.",,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2005 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2005-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Merryvale
14.9,Red,US,"Set aside any notions you still have that Sonoma Coast is some kind of cold appellation. Large tracts of it are not, and this wine, which comes from a cool vintage, proves it. Few Pinots could be richer in cherry pie, raspberry purée, chocolate cream and spicy gingerbread cookie flavors that can only come from heat. That said, the wine, delicious as it is, is kind of one-dimensional.",Sonatera Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 2005 Sonatera Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2005-sonatera-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Siduri
12.5,White,Australia,"This blend of 75% Semillon and 25% Sauvignon Blanc seems a bit simple at first, offering scents only of citrus and chalk. But it opens up a bit more on the palate, featuring some plump stone fruit flavors before ending on zippy lime and grapefruit notes. Drink now, preferably with seafood.",Hazard Hill,12,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2005 Hazard Hill Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2005-hazard-hill-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Plantagenet
14.3,Red,US,"Richly fruity and ripe, almost sweet in plum sauce, espresso and pomegranate flavors, this is a young wine. It has fresh, firm tannins and a citrusy cut of acidity. A little immature right now; should hold and improve by early 2007, and drink well for a year or two.",Unti Vineyard,33,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Olson Ogden 2004 Unti Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olson-ogden-2004-unti-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2004,Olson Ogden
,Red,US,"It's a Cab-Merlot blend, soft and made in a forward, fruit-friendly style. Dark, ripe and flavorful, it is finished with a bit of residual sweetness, welcome in a wine made for early, everyday drinking. The fruit is right up front and quite tasty, and the wine lingers in the back of the palate for a satisfying finish.",Cellar Select,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kamiak Cellar 2003 Cellar Select Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kamiak-cellar-2003-select-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Kamiak Cellar
14.6,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the warmest part of Russian River Valley, almost into Dry Creek Valley, and this Zin shows elements of both. It's distinctively varietal in wild berry and peppery spice flavors and rich, fine tanins, but also has a crisp streak of acidity. It will age, but is best in its vibrant, fruity youth.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,36,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,John Tyler 2003 Bacigalupi Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-tyler-2003-bacigalupi-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,John Tyler
14.5,Red,US,"A rich, dry wine, with that elegantly voluptuous, velvety texture that makes Syrah special. The flavors are pretty good, too, forward in cherry-filled chocolate truffles, with a nice earthy balance of fine herbs, sautéed mushrooms and French roast coffee. A great grilled steak will be a marriage made in heaven.",,28,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2004 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,2004,Husch
14,Red,Argentina,"From the Catena-Rothschild partnership that is Bodegas Caro, Amancaya blends Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon in an appealing way. The nose is a touch bretty and rustic, but airing reveals stout fruit and structure. The flavor profile revolves around ripe plum and berry, while coffee and a touch of heat and alcohol work the finish. Another year in bottle would not hurt this wine.",Amancaya,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2005 Amancaya Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2005-amancaya-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Bodegas Caro
,Red,US,"Right out of the bottle come slightly hot, spicy, sharp flavors of bright raspberry and strawberry. This is all press juice from the vintage, and it carries some bite, along with lively, assertive, acidic fruit and lovely floral aromatics. It's a screwcap red—approachable and fruity, but not simple or soft. Au contraire, it's substantial and spicy, with plenty of acid and definition.",Claret,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2004 Claret Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2004-claret-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Basel Cellars
10,White,US,"This is a delicious, German-style Riesling that balances rich, ripe fruit flavors with crisp, citric acidity. First, there are the aromas of honey, flowers and lemon, and then rich, elegant flavors of apricot and tropical fruit that finish clean and bright. The intensity of the wine means it could age, but it's great to drink now.",,18,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2005 Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2005-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2005,Martha Clara
13.5,Red,US,"Novella's best wine has been Petite Sirah, which thrives in the dry heat of Paso Robles. With a little Zinfandel and Sangiovese for complexity, this is a very dry, crisp wine, with deep flavors of cherries, plums, dark unsweetened chocolate, espresso and peppery spices. Should hold for at least 10 years.",,12,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2003 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2003-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,Novella
12,Red,US,"So why would you buy Cab Franc instead of Cab Sauvignon? Here's why. This has the depth and seriousness of the latter, the light body of Pinot Noir, a dry, cherried richness, and none of the tannins that lots of wine lovers can't tolerate. Plus, this wine has layers of complexity that make it a delight.",Alegria Vineyards,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2004 Alegria Vineyards Cabernet Franc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2004-alegria-cabernet-franc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Acorn
13,White,Italy,"This is a wonderful Soave with aromas of maple syrup, pine nut, pressed flowers and honeysuckle that are both layered and unique. The wine, aged six months in oak barrel, has a creamy smoothness in the mouth with medium but flavorful persistency.",Vigneto Sengialta,,88,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Balestri Valda 2004 Vigneto Sengialta  (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balestri-valda-2004-vigneto-sengialta-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2004,Balestri Valda
13.5,White,Italy,"Here is a white wine with brilliant clarity to its appearance and aromas of stone fruit, citrus and almond skin. This is a straightforward and well-made P.G. that would pair well with Chinese or spicy Indian food.",,21,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Lis Neris 2005 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Lis Neris
14.1,White,US,"The name comes from Hop Kiln, an old winery now reinventing itself, and this is a good start. Made partly from Dutton fuit, this Chard is dry and crisply acidic, with polished green apple, lime, kiwi and oak flavors.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,HK Generations 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hk-generations-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,HK Generations
12,Dessert,Austria,"Ice wines from Grüner Veltliner are not often found in Burgenland, but with the fresh ripeness and poise of this wine, you wonder why. It has a great lift to it from the fresh acidity and the green pear fruit flavors.",Grüner Veltliner Eiswein,20,88,Neusiedlersee,,,Manfred Weiss 2005 Grüner Veltliner Eiswein Grüner Veltliner (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-weiss-2005-gruner-veltliner-eiswein-neusiedlersee/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Manfred Weiss
14.5,Red,Italy,"Although this is probably not the most successful vintage of this otherwise pristine, powerhouse wine, you will get thickly layered notes of blackberry, black cherry, cracked black pepper and humus. Slightly less intense than the 2001 vintage, this Veneto Cabernet Sauvignon does boast a very long, supple finish.",Capitel del Monte,,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2002 Capitel del Monte Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2002-capitel-monte-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
14.2,Red,US,"The price suggests that the winery considers this an important Cabernet, and it may be, but it does require aging. It's fresh and young and tannicly aggressive right now, with direct blackberry, cherry and oak flavors, and not really showing all that well. But neither does young Bordeaux. My hunch is that it's a cellar bet. Try after 2007.",SEPS Estate,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2003 SEPS Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2003-seps-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Storybook Mountain
15.7,White,US,"Look at that alcohol, 15.7%. Pretty high. But the heat shows up as a paprika sprinkle to butterscotch and vanilla custard, and the wine actually feels cool and creamy in the mouth. Mainly Viognier, with Roussanne, it's a rich, flamboyantly tropical wine.",In-Circle Cellar Clujb Fleur Blanche White Wine,28,88,California,California Other,California,Rideau 2005 In-Circle Cellar Clujb Fleur Blanche White Wine White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2005-in-circle-cellar-clujb-fleur-blanche-white-wine-other/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Rideau
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Despite some spicy, herbal nuances on the nose, this is surprisingly one-dimensional on the palate, offering little more than bold black cherry fruit and maybe a hint of sassafras. Some dusty tannins on the finish suggest cellaring one or two years in the hopes that more complexity will emerge.",Reserve,37,88,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2005 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2005-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Villa Maria
,Red,Argentina,"In no way is this Malbec standard. The nose puts out leather, smoked meat and no small amount of funk, and at first the palate seems extra earthy and raisiny. But with time and air the wine gains its legs and exhibits character, herbal notes, pure fruit and length on the finish. Unconventional but intriguing.  Imported by Quintessential Family of Wines, LLC.",Famiglia Bianchi,18,88,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2004 Famiglia Bianchi Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2004-famiglia-bianchi-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2004,Valentín Bianchi
13,Red,Argentina,"A really nice and lighter-styled Cabernet with bright fruit and spicy oak crawling on the bouquet. The palate is full of friendly raspberry, strawberry and plum, while the finish is round and chocolaty. For the money, this is an extremely complete little wine that offers just-right balance throughout.",Organica,9,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2006 Organica Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2006-organica-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Santa Julia
13.5,Red,Italy,Good concentration and red fruit aromas set the tone and are embellished by background notes of vanilla and cedar. Drying tannins characterize the mouthfeel but the wine also has a pointed vein of tartness that hits the mid-palate. Tiny percentages of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are added.,Gersemi,35,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fassati 2001 Gersemi  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fassati-2001-gersemi-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2001,Fassati
13,White,US,"This is a good price for a wine of this complexity, depth and overall interest. It's crisp and citrusy, with lemongrass and pineapple flavors enriched with one-fifth Sémillon, which brings a nutty, buttery nuance, and it's hard to believe there's no oak at all, because of all the cream. Grown entirely at Gainey's Home Ranch, in one of the best Sauvignon Blanc areas of California.",,13,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Gainey
14.2,Red,US,"Riper and more full-bodied than the very good '03, the '04 shows an almost raisiny taste, alongside the cherries and oaky spice. Yet the wine never veers into overripeness, and remains dry and silky. Drink now.",Estate Stone Corral Vineyard,45,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 2004 Estate Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2004-estate-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kynsi
12,White,Australia,"Schild Estate is turning out a bevy of likeable, well-priced wines from the Barossa, including this lime- and mineral-scented Riesling. It adds honey and ripe citrus notes on the palate, then ends crisp, clean and refreshing. Drink over the next few years for its unabashed joyfulness.",,13,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2005 Riesling (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2005-riesling-barossa/,Riesling,2005,Schild Estate
14.4,Red,US,"The vineyard is in a warm part of the appellation, almost in Dry Creek, and the wine shows a soft, delicate fruitiness that makes it appealing now. It's rich in cherry, cola and spice flavors, with a silky texture and multiple layers of interest.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,42,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,John Tyler 2003 Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-tyler-2003-bacigalupi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,John Tyler
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Paretai remains a bit of an extreme style, giving even more herbaceous and grassy flavors than many N.Z. Sauvignons. It's leaner, drier and more focused as well, with passion fruit upfront and strident lime notes on the finish.",Paretai,17,88,Marlborough,,,Matua Valley 2006 Paretai Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2006-paretai-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Matua Valley
13.9,White,US,"Made from organic grapes, this is a very clean, purely flavored wine, dry and buttery, with flavors of kiwis, limes, pineapples and honeysuckle flowers. There's a rich, oily nuttiness, like cashews. With some new French oak, it's an offbeat alternative to Chardonnay.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2005 Roussanne (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2005-roussanne-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Roussanne,2005,Bonterra
,White,US,"Bright yellow-gold in color, this sends out penetrating aromas of pineapple, banana and tropical fruit. From a 35-year-old vineyard, this is a rare example of full-flavored, fully mature Wente clone Chardonnay from the early days of Washington viticulture. Though the winery struggled with this wine in earlier vintages, it is now dialing in what these old grapes have to offer. Broad, fleshy flavors are mitigated with firm acids, and nice grace notes fill out the finish.",Old Vine Estate,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2005 Old Vine Estate Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2005-old-vine-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2005,Kestrel
,Red,US,"Nicholas Cole Cellars is the winery, and the grapes are sourced from top vineyards such as Klipsun, Champoux, DuBrul, Alder Ridge and Canoe Ridge. This is a straightforward Bordeaux blend—Cabernet, Merlot and Cab Franc—soft and spicy with a sensuous cooked-plum flavor. It's already showing a bit of a Port-like or pruny edge and mature flavors suggesting cooked fruits, cola and confectionary spice.",GraEagle Red Wing Red,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nicholas Cole Cellars 2004 GraEagle Red Wing Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicholas-cole-cellars-2004-graeagle-red-wing-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Nicholas Cole Cellars
13.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Terre di Franciacorta is an area east of Milan that produces crisp, clean whites boasting many of the same nutty and yellow fruit characteristics that this primarily sparkling wine-based region is celebrated for. This version has a brilliant, luminous appearance and notes of almond, stone fruit and dried hay.",Convento SS Annunciata,50,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2002 Convento SS Annunciata  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2002-convento-ss-annunciata-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2002,Bellavista
14,Dessert,Italy,"This Recioto dessert wine is beautifully redolent of baked apple and cinnamon spice with peach cobbler, apricot and honey. Flavors of Golden Delicious apple and a sweet, sticky consistency characterize the mouthfeel. Pair with dessert or aged cheeses.",,,88,Veneto,Recioto di Soave,,Balestri Valda 2002  Recioto di Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balestri-valda-2002-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave/,Garganega,2002,Balestri Valda
,White,US,"A juicy, ripe, full-flavored Chardonnay, built upon a thick core of tropical fruit—guava, mango and papaya. It's done in what might be thought of as a mid-1980s California style—barrel fermented, full malolactic fermentation, lots of buttery oak. But there is the added vibrancy from Washington-grown grapes, which keep their acidity. This is the winery's most successful wine at retail, and it's easy to see why. It is a sure-fire pleaser.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Apex 2005 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2005-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2005,Apex
,Red,US,"A budget blend of four-fifths Cabernet and a mix of Cab Franc, Merlot and Syrah for the balance. This is what Washington needs more of—bright, full-bodied, everyday reds at everyday prices. There's good grip here and more substantial fruit than you'll find elsewhere for the price. This needs just a bit of breathing time to turbocharge the fruit.",36,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chandler Reach 2005 36 Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandler-reach-2005-36-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2005,Chandler Reach
13,White,New Zealand,"Why the price had to jump $2 in a year that produced ample yields is a mystery, but the quality is still in the bottle from this perennial Best Buy. It's plump in feel, with ripe citrus—orange and tangerine—accented by zippy lime and grassy notes. Could be longer on the finish, but this is still a very good value. Imported by Pernod Ricard USA.",,13,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Brancott
14,Red,Italy,"There's definitely a sweet, ripe, almost jammy quality to the nose that is pleasantly offset by austere aromas of espresso, resin, plum and blueberry. With good balance and harmony between fruit and toast, the wine has a touch of tannic bitterness on the close.",Trefiano,40,88,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 2000 Trefiano  (Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2000-trefiano-red-carmignano/,Red Blend,2000,Capezzana
14,Red,US,"Cupa Grandis is EOS's highest expression of Petite Sirah and also its priciest. I gave the '01 and '02 high scores, and while '03 is a good wine, it's not in their league, probably because of the vintage's heat. The wine is rich and velvety and dry, but has a touch of heat and raisined fruit.",Cupa Grandis,55,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2003 Cupa Grandis Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2003-cupa-grandis-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,EOS
,Red,US,"The Rainy Day Red is really a Syrah, with just 13% Cab in the blend. High-toned and floral, it opens with scents of citrus rind, blossom, black cherry and spice. The fruit is tart and bracing. This is a high-acid style of Syrah, which keeps it lifted and makes it particularly good for pairing with rich foods.",Rainy Day Red III,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote NV Rainy Day Red III Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-nv-rainy-day-red-iii-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,,E. B. Foote
13.5,White,US,"The grapes are from Pope Valley, a warmer, more inland section of Napa Valley, but the vintage was cool, and this barrel-fermented wine shows crisp acidity and polished flavors of citrus fruits, hay, figs and melons. With a dash of Sémillon, it's a sophisticated, dry white wine.",Juliana Vineyards,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2005 Juliana Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2005-juliana-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Merryvale
14.5,Red,US,"Classic California Zin, with cherry, blackberry and loganberry flavors and that briary, brambly edge of freshly picked wild fruit. You'll also find loads of spices and fresh green thyme and sage. Finishes with a slight sweetness, although it's basically a dry wine, with some elegance and finesse.",,33,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Papapietro Perry 2004 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papapietro-perry-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Papapietro Perry
,Red,US,"This is done in a nice, fruity style that tastes like a bowl full of berries, cherries and plums, then misted with lemon juice. It's a bright, palate-cleaning wine, fresh and youthful, with no big ambitions. Drink up.",Blend 105,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chatter Creek 2004 Blend 105 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2004-blend-105-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Chatter Creek
14,Red,Italy,"Surprisingly rich and complex for such a young wine, this blend of Syrah and other red varieties flaunts its sun-drenched Bibbona (central Italy) origins with penetrating and polished aromas of forest berry fruit, peppercorn and Mediterranean sage. From brothers Piero and Ludovico Antinori.",Insoglio del Cinghiale,27,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Biserno 2005 Insoglio del Cinghiale Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-biserno-2005-insoglio-cinghiale-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Tenuta di Biserno
11.5,Dessert,Austria,"There is not much Bouvier in Austria, but what there is seems to lend itself to sweet wines. This wine is fat, with low acidity, but has fine richness, a touch of spice and lychee flavors. Not a wine for aging, but enjoyable now.",Bouvier Trockenbeerenauslese,29,89,Neusiedlersee,,,Manfred Weiss 2004 Bouvier Trockenbeerenauslese Bouvier (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-weiss-2004-bouvier-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-bouvier-neusiedlersee/,Bouvier,2004,Manfred Weiss
,Red,US,"This has the racy authority of Dry Creek Zins, with splendid, high acid raspberry flavors, and holds its alcohol (15.6%) well, without cutting out the grace notes of flower and citrus. It's a Rosenblum style of Zin, and the fact that it was made in Washington shows that there is real potential for this grape in a state where it was barely a curiosity a decade ago.",Milbrandt Vineyards,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 2005 Milbrandt Vineyards Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-2005-milbrandt-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2005,E. B. Foote
14.2,Red,US,"Either Kynsi's vines are older, or their learning curve is up, but this is easily their best Bien Nacido Pinot. It's dry and silky, and ultrarich in cherry pie, cola, rhubarb marmalade and rosehip tea flavors, with an enormous Asian spiciness that lasts through a long finish. Very fine, and should hold for five years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,36,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kynsi 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kynsi
13.5,Red,Italy,"It's easy to appreciate the almond marzipan and black berry fruit aromas that characterize this ripe, ruby red. Other aromas of Indian spice, roasted chestnut and rubber put in brief appearances and add layers of complexity. This is an approachable, food-friendly Tuscan   red.",,,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Capoverso 2003  Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capoverso-2003-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2003,Capoverso
,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend sends up lovely, mixed scents of perfectly blended fruits, light toast, light herb and earth. The oak is a nice accent to the firm, well-structured core. It's still youthful and tight, and will require some decanting and breathing time to reveal itself fully. The blend is slightly more than half Cabernet Sauvignon, the rest Merlot, Cab Franc and a splash of Petit Verdot.",L'Etalon,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2003 L'Etalon Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2003-letalon-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Brian Carter
13.7,Red,Australia,"Shows good complexity in its spice-driven aromas and earthy flavors, but also the slightest hint of raisining to the brambly, blackberry-inflected fruit. Has plenty of size and structure, ending with dusty tannins on the long finish. Try 2008–2015.",Reserve,25,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Green Point 2004 Reserve Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Green Point
,Red,US,"These vines, planted in 1972, are among the oldest Merlot in the state, if not the country. It's a pleasure to see the fruit treated so well, unblended, pure and presented in its full glory. Dark, smoky, tight, herbal and quite dense, this offers great concentration and intriguing grace notes of mint, citrus and pine. It's not your standard Merlot by any means, but it is  solid, interesting and quite flavorful, with good legs.",Estate Old Vine,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2003 Estate Old Vine Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2003-estate-old-vine-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2003,Kestrel
14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a joint venture between some awfully big names in wine—Croser, Cazes and Bollinger—and the wine is very good. The bouquet shows off the expensive French oak barrels (smoke and cedar), while the palate impresses with its creamy texture and supple tannins. At this stage, though, the flavors lack complexity and nuance, blending black cherry and plum with smoke and vanilla. A good first vintage—let's hope subsequent releases are even better.",Whalebone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz-Cabernet Franc,63,89,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,TapaNappa 2003 Whalebone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz-Cabernet Franc Red (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapanappa-2003-whalebone-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-cabernet-franc-red-wrattonbully/,Cabernet Blend,2003,TapaNappa
14.8,Red,US,"A beautiful effort from Heidi Barrett, this is a big, ripe, somewhat soft wine, stuffed with blackberry, cherry, coffee and cocoa flavors, and splashed with Provençal herbs. Rich and tannic now, it should age for a decade.",,90,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Revana 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/revana-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Revana
,Red,US,"Round and lush, the Sundance blend—half Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon—is made for early drinking. It shows appealing black cherry fruit, full and lively, and propped up with bright acids. The oak is generous and chocolaty, lingering through a smooth, silky finish.",Sundance,23,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2004 Sundance Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2004-sundance-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Soos Creek
,Red,US,"Sweet cherry and raspberry fruit with an herbal edge kicks off this rather tannic young wine. It shows exceptional depth and detail for a wine in this price range—baking chocolate, spicy clove, herb and smoke. Complex, acidic and well balanced, it is a very fine example of winemaker Joy Anderson's deft, light touch.",,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Snoqualmie
14.9,Red,US,"This is a wine that needed serious aeration. Although it started out mute and closed, it opened up to reveal polished cedar. mocha and black currant flavors, wrapped into creamy smooth tannins. A lovely young wine, it's good now, with decanting, but also should age for eight to 10 years.",,55,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trespass 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trespass-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Trespass
,Red,US,"The Perfect à Trois is 70% Cab Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 15% Cab Franc. It shows more new oak—particularly vanilla and toasted coconut flavors—but the fruit is substantial and carries through. There is a volatile lift to the flavors that some will object to, but others will find quite refreshing. All in all it's very nicely done",Perfect a Trois,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 2004 Perfect a Trois Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-2004-perfect-a-trois-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,E. B. Foote
13.7,Red,US,"The '04 is right up there with the last several vintages. It's dry and silky, with cherry cola flavors grounded with an earthy edge of tea, herbs and balsamic-splashed Portobello. Comes down in favor of elegance rather than heavy opulence, a balanced wine made for a wide selection of food.",,28,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Carneros
13.5,Red,US,"Carneros' cool climate gives this fine Syrah a fresh cut of acidity, firm but ripe tannins, and a complex leathery, mushroomy angle to the blackberry, cherry and carob fruit that warm climates routinely deliver. Bottom line: This is a really fine, upscale Syrah.",Estate,19,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2002 Estate Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2002-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2002,Gloria Ferrer
13.5,Red,US,"This is a really good Merlot. It has an elegance and opulence that make it as good as many  that cost more. Floods the palate with cherries, black raspberries, carob, lavender, sweet leather and smoky oak; a dash or two of Cabernet adds firmness and structure.",,24,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2004 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2004-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2004,Schug
,Red,US,"A late release, this mature blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah is quite delicious, with a smoothness acquired by all the extra time in bottle. The flavors have moved into secondary fruits, and the tannins are softened by time. You'll taste a pleasing mix fruit pastry, jam and brioche as the wine slides into a pillow-soft finale. It's not a blockbuster, but it's drinking at its peak.",Tradition,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2001 Tradition Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2001-tradition-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2001,Gordon Brothers
,Red,US,"Good winemaking is evident in this tight, polished wine. The fruit leans strongly toward tart cranberry flavors, with an imposing streak of fresh basil and hints of mint. For those who like a cool-climate style, reminiscent of Bordeaux, this will be a very good choice. It is still young and knitting together, but it's well-structured for aging.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chatter Creek 2004 Alder Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2004-alder-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Chatter Creek
14,Red,New Zealand,"Not quite up to the quality of the winery's excellent 2004 Sophia (a recent bottle of which suggested that its 90-point score may be stingy), but at one-third the price, who's complaining? This is a richly textured Merlot-based blend, loaded with scents and flavors of mocha, earth, plum and brown sugar that's built to please. Drink now–2012. Imported by Kobrand Corporation.",Te Kahu Gimblett Gravels Vineyard,25,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2004 Te Kahu Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2004-te-kahu-gimblett-gravels-vineyard-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Craggy Range
,Red,US,"Big, toasty, solid and sturdy, there's smoke and citrus, with hints of meat and plenty of tart berry. Stylish, tilting a bit toward the high tones but it's kept in check. Retains a bit of cool climate green tea and dried herb, which gives it more length, interest and detail than the bigger wines.",,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kennedy Shah 2002 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kennedy-shah-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2002,Kennedy Shah
12,White,New Zealand,"Bright and fruity, with candied red berry, pineapple and gooseberry aromas upfront, followed by flavors of currant, melon and nectarine. It's on the full side for Marlborough Sauvignon, with a tangerine-tinged finish. Drink now.",Cellar Selection,15,88,Marlborough,,,Sileni 2006 Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-2006-cellar-selection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Sileni
14.5,Red,US,"This is from a cool part of Carneros, and from this cool vintage, acidity stars in this bone-dry wine. It's not the fruitiest Pinot out there, with a wintergreen and white pepper edge to the red cherries and rosehip tea   flavors. Elegant and crisp, it's probably at its best now.",Stanly Ranch,45,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2005 Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2005-stanly-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Saintsbury
12.5,White,Italy,"Presenting a beautiful Garganega-Sauvignon blend that boldly brings on aromas of citrus, grapefruit, melon, apples, white stone and a touch of chopped green herb. These clean, linear notes promise a food-friendly wine that would pair nicely with seafood, vegetables and appetizers.",Serego Alighieri Possessioni,15,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Masi 2005 Serego Alighieri Possessioni White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2005-serego-alighieri-possessioni-white-veneto/,White Blend,2005,Masi
,Red,US,"Tight and dense, this is a full-flavored, smoky and rich version of Syrah, with flavors that seem a bit cooked. The fruit is smooth, mature and showing a mix of berry, currant and plum flavors. Forward and softer than the reserve, it's a wine for near-term drinking.",,32,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Stephenson Cellars 2004 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephenson-cellars-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Stephenson Cellars
,Red,US,"Just 100 cases were made by this boutique producer, with grapes from Wooded Island Vineyard. It is polished and classy, as usual with Stephenson. The fruit is perfectly showcased, with full, precise, lightly spicy flavors. Tannins are substantial, with no rough edges, no bitterness, nothing unripe and everything in balance.",,28,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Stephenson Cellars 2004 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephenson-cellars-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Stephenson Cellars
13.2,White,US,"If you didn't know it was from California, you might think this was a nice German Riesling. Crisp, mouthwatering acidity undergirds the pretty citrus, green apple and honeysuckle flavors, and the wine is off-dry and light-hearted. Great value from this red-hot appellation best known for expensive Pinot Noir.",,17,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Radog 2005 Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/radog-2005-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2005,Radog
12.5,White,Italy,"Round and rewarding, this Sauvignon Blanc is a traditional expression of the variety thanks to herbaceous notes, green apple and clean mineral tones. Crisp and dry in the mouth, it promises excellent food pairing potential.",Le Marsure,15,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Teresa Raiz 2005 Le Marsure Sauvignon Blanc (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2005-le-marsure-sauvignon-blanc-venezia-giulia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Teresa Raiz
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"One of the less exensive bottlings from the tiny region of Martinborough, Te Kairanga's regular bottling represents a solid value. The sappy plum and black cherry flavors carry mushroomy, savory undertones characteristic of the region, finishing snappy and fresh, with good persistence. Tasty now, but should last a few years, too.",,20,88,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2006 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2006-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2006,Te Kairanga
13.9,White,US,"This wine is so high-toned in wildflowers you might think it was Alsatian, maybe Pinot Gris, a suspicion the high acidity also supports. But it's Sauvignon Blanc, with a rich core of yellow citrus fruit and papaya and an elegant minerality. This is a classy white wine at a good price.",Miller Ranch Vineyard,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2005 Miller Ranch Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2005-miller-ranch-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Silverado
13,White,New Zealand,"Loud on the nose, where bold lime and herbal notes strike a brassy impression, and that intensity continues throughout. Focused citrus and pineapple flavors   are assertive on the palate, finishing clean and crisp. Pair with boldly flavored seafood dishes, or savor it on its own.",,14,88,Marlborough,,,Silver Beach 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-beach-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Silver Beach
14,Dessert,Italy,"Off-dry, aromatic and floral, this is better classified as a dessert wine; would pair with foie gras or aged blue cheese. Floral notes abound, so do peach, apricot and cream custard: A late-harvest blend of Pinot Grigio, Traminer and Riesling.",Confini,35,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Lis Neris 2003 Confini White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2003-confini-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2003,Lis Neris
14.5,Red,Australia,"From the relatively new growing region of Wrattonbully, this Shiraz features exotic peach and apricot-like aromas and flavors, backed by some herbal notes and a pinch of peppery spice. Picks up additional spice and even some tea nuances on the finish. It's a bit out of the ordinary, but tasty and unique.",Reserve,25,88,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,Pepper Tree 2004 Reserve Shiraz (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-tree-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-wrattonbully/,Shiraz,2004,Pepper Tree
10.5,Dessert,Austria,"A sweet wine from red grapes, but with a deliciously enticing pink/gold color. The flavor is pure strawberries; not much botrytis, and very apparent acidity.",Zweigelt Beerenauslese,29,88,Neusiedlersee,,,H.& C. Nittnaus 2005 Zweigelt Beerenauslese Zweigelt (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-c-nittnaus-2005-zweigelt-beerenauslese-other-red-zweigelt-neusiedlersee/,Zweigelt,2005,H.& C. Nittnaus
12.5,Dessert,Austria,"A seriously rich wine from restaurant owner Erich Giefing. Sweetness dominates, with a touch of pepper, a characteristic of the Furmint grape. It is perhaps not the most subtle of wines, but the botrytis is all there, giving enough dryness to suggest it's a wine for aging.",Ruster Ausbruch Furmint,60,88,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Giefing 2005 Ruster Ausbruch Furmint Furmint (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giefing-2005-ruster-ausbruch-furmint-other-white-furmint-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,Furmint,2005,Giefing
14,White,Chile,"A little more floral and waxy than some, but also a touch more complex and interesting than most. The nose is exotic, while the palate runs more tangy and slick than might be expected. The finish is warm and loaded with apple, while depth is pretty good, too.",Single Vineyard,25,88,Limarí Valley,,,De Martino 2005 Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2005-single-vineyard-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,De Martino
14,Red,Australia,"A well-made, well-balanced Cabernet Sauvignon, with smoke and vanilla notes that play up the jammy blackberry fruit. Finishes with hints of dried spices and coffee, as well as some furry-textured tannins. This wine starts off with some tarry aromas that seem to dissapate with airing, so a quick decanting may help this wine at the table. Drink now–2015.",,18,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chapel Hill 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapel-hill-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Chapel Hill
13,White,Italy,"Here's a fresh straw-colored Chardonnay (that only sees stainless steel) with vibrant tones of stone fruit, yellow flower, melon, peach and drying minerals. Lean and crisp on the palate, it closes with nice spice and a touch of lemon zest.",Rondinaia,30,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2005 Rondinaia Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2005-rondinaia-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2005,Castello del Terriccio
14.5,Red,Australia,"Shows something of a Graves-like flavor profile, with dark coffee, earth and tobacco notes arrayed alongside cedar, cola and black cherry. It's a complex, medium-weight wine with enough soft tannin to stand up to rare beef or lamb, but enough elegance to please. Drink now–2010.",,19,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Wildberry Estate 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildberry-estate-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Wildberry Estate
,Red,US,"Though I was not partial to the winery's 2002 Cab, this new vintage is moving in the right direction. It's still a very dry, austere, somewhat chalky enterprise, and the color and mouthfeel suggest that a little less extraction might bring out more of the elegance that is missing. But it is a firm, authoritative Cabernet, with just a splash of Malbec, that offers up everything from violets to black currant, dusted with dried herb.",Estate Old Vine,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2003 Estate Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2003-estate-old-vine-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Kestrel
13.5,White,Australia,"A fruit-driven style, Hungerford Hill's 2005 Riesling features lime and peach on the nose, augmenting those with a hint of honey on the palate. A burst of citrus on the finish caps off this medium-bodied wine. Drink over the next couple of years for its youthful vivacity.",,20,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Hungerford Hill 2005 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2005-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2005,Hungerford Hill
14.5,Red,US,"Balanced and elegant, this is the kind of Cabernet you drink with ood where the food, not the wine, takes center stage. It's dry and richly tannic, with complex but never overripe blackberry, cassis, coffee and oak flavors, and the finish is long and satisfying. Drink now–2012.",,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Honig 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Honig
15,Dessert,Italy,"The sweet, honey-like flavors present here are rich, opulent and reinforced by floral aromas of honeysuckle, acacia and bee's wax. This wine is thick and creamy in the mouth but leaves a crisp clean feel on the palate nonetheless.",Il Passito,,89,Central Italy,Colli Bolognesi,,Bonfiglio 2003 Il Passito Pignoletto (Colli Bolognesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonfiglio-2003-il-passito-italian-white-pignoletto-colli-bolognesi/,Pignoletto,2003,Bonfiglio
,Red,US,"Pure and classy, this is a bowl of cherries and raspberries in a wine glass. It's a bright, tart, vivid and delightful wine built solidly upon a round, sweet core of pretty fruit. Great balance and pleasing texture, with a nice citrus kiss on the finish.",Reserve,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2003 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2003-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Snoqualmie
14,Dessert,Italy,"This brilliant, amber-colored Vin Santo boasts intense notes of dried apricot, almond paste, pine nuts, honey and baked peach pie. The aromas are rich and layered and the wine's thicker consistency is a real pleasure on the palate.",Vin Santo del Chianti,22,90,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti,,Villa Pillo 1998 Vin Santo del Chianti  (Vin Santo del Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-1998-vin-santo-chianti-white-vin-santo-chianti/,White Blend,1998,Villa Pillo
13,Red,Australia,"From winemaker David Hook, who previously worked for Tyrrell's and Lakes Folly, this is an outstanding bargain. A blend of 95% Shiraz and 5% Viognier, it offers loads of cola, chocolate, plum and blueberry, framed with just enough structuring acid and tannin to give it balance. Try this with grilled steak or lamb over the next few years.",Big Mouth Red,15,90,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Pothana Vineyards 2004 Big Mouth Red Shiraz-Viognier (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pothana-2004-big-mouth-red-shiraz-syrah-viognier-new-south-wales/,Shiraz-Viognier,2004,Pothana Vineyards
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Saint Clair's top Pinot is gorgeous in the successful 2005 vintage, marrying oaky complexity—cedar, sandalwood and dried spices—with lush black cherry fruit. The wood and fruit are beatifully integrated, making it hard to tell where one leaves off and the other begins, and the flavors come to a long, elegant close. Drink now–2012.",Omaka Reserve,30,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2005 Omaka Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2005-omaka-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Saint Clair
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Reasonably full-bodied and rich, Saint Clair's 2005 Doctor's Creek blends the mushroomy, savory elements found in some clones with the fruitier black cherry and plum flavors found in others. Picks up hints of cola on the long, silky finish.",Doctor's Creek Reserve,26,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2005 Doctor's Creek Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2005-doctors-creek-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Saint Clair
,Red,US,"This blend is done along super Tuscan lines, about one-third Sangiovese, one-third Cabernet Sauvignon, and the other third Syrah and some not-so-Tuscan Barbera. Smooth, chocolaty and dark, the winemaking is impeccable. But as with some of the other Long Shadows reds, this wine has not completely forged its own identity. The goal is “Tuscan characters showcasing Columbia Valley terroir.” The jury is still out on how that will ultimately be accomplished.",,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saggi 2004 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saggi-2004-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Saggi
13.8,Red,US,"Following on the heels of the fine, ageable '03 comes this softer bottling. The tannins aren't as hard, although they're there, framing ripe blackberry and cassis flavors that finish with a swirl of dark unsweetened chocolate and cappuccino. This lovely young Cab drinks beautifully now and will hold for a good eight years.",,42,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Piedra Hill 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piedra-hill-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Piedra Hill
14,White,Italy,"This is a truly beautiful Grigio with notes of baked apple, pear, nuts and added layers redolent of minerals and dried herbs. It delivers rich intensity in the mouth with a creamy texture, sweetness and refreshing spice on the close. The wine ferments and matures in French oak.",Gris,24,90,,Venezia Giulia,,Lis Neris 2004 Gris Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2004-gris-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Lis Neris
14,Red,US,"The '03 thankfully is drier and more balanced than the inaugural '02, which shows a learning curve. It's made in the classic Napa mode, with rich, thick tannins supporting blackberry, olive tapenade and sweet oak flavors. Gracious now, the wine should age well for a decade.",Butterdragon Hill,72,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Match 2003 Butterdragon Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/match-2003-butterdragon-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Match
14.3,White,US,"The vineyard has been a reliable source of Chardonnays that display a good Carneros character. Acidity is never a problem, and the wines often have a Chablis-like minerality. Ripeness varies by vintage; this wine is from a cooler season, and shows lime zest and tart green apple flavors that new oak has made creamy and rich.",Truchard Vineyard,43,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Nickel & Nickel 2005 Truchard Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2005-truchard-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Nickel & Nickel
,Red,US,"Corella is the winery's Sangiovese/Cabernet/Syrah blend—a super-Yakiman? This is the best version they've made yet, as the tart, astringent berry flavors of the Sangiovese are beautifully set up against the stiffer tannins and deeper black fruit components from the Cab, with just a hint of peppery smoke from the Syrah. It's a wonderful balance of flavors, with surprising depth and substance.",Corella,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chandler Reach 2004 Corella Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandler-reach-2004-corella-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2004,Chandler Reach
14,Red,Italy,"Here's a wine that showcases a nice evolution: Initial fruit aromas give way to toasted wood, vanilla and bramble. Overall, it shows a clean, linear quality, although it does end strong with oak notes; astringent but very persistent on the finish.",Il Poggio Riserva,35,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 2003 Il Poggio Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2003-il-poggio-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Castello di Monsanto
,White,US,"Crisply defined and built upon a core of lime and pineapple, this is dappled with toasty spice and balanced perfectly. No rough edges, no hurtful oak, no blowsy fruit salad; it's elegant and stylish, detailed and textural, and fills the mouth with perfectly defined varietal fruit.",,18,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2005 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Coeur d'Alene
13.5,Red,US,"Hagafen has not been known for Pinot Noir, but someone over there is getting serious about it, to judge from this small production wine. It's a dry, ripe Pinot, with jammy kirsch and cassis flavors and a rich coating of oak. Finishes a little heavy, but it's a wine to watch.",Reserve Fagan Creek Vineyard Block 38,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2005 Reserve Fagan Creek Vineyard Block 38 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2005-reserve-fagan-creek-vineyard-block-38-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Hagafen
14.8,Red,US,"A rewarding wine. A blend of Sangiovese, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, it offers a profusion of berry and cherry flavors wrapped in rich, ripe tannins. Probably best now and for a short while, to take advantage of the upfront fruit.",Tesoro Red Wine,38,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Muscardini 2005 Tesoro Red Wine Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2005-tesoro-red-wine-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2005,Muscardini
13.8,Red,US,"Fans of delicate Pinot Noir need not apply. This is a big, tough, drily tannic wine, with almost the heft of Syrah. That makes it an oddball, but there's no denying its deliciousness and complexity. You can criticize it for non-varietalness, but the wealth of cherry and blackberry jam, dark chocolate and rum punch flavors is addictive. It's a blend of some of the best Pinot vineyards in California, including Bien Nacido, Laetitia and Solomon Hills, which is owned by the family that owns Bien Nacido. Could be an ager, but we know nothing of its history.",Bulldog,80,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ambullneo 2005 Bulldog Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambullneo-2005-bulldog-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ambullneo
13,White,Italy,"Excellent acidity and drying minerality are framed by feminine notes of citrus, pineapple and dried grass. Zest and crispness suggest this complex white blend would pair with quiche or puff pastry appetizers.",Blanc des Rosis,34,89,,Venezia Giulia,,Mario Schiopetto 2005 Blanc des Rosis White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2005-blanc-rosis-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2005,Mario Schiopetto
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark and ripe on the nose, with a touch of class that distinguishes it from the many that inhabit this range of wine. Aromas of black fruits, black olives and herbs are pretty and set the stage for full black cherry and chocolate flavors. For $10 you're getting a lot of quality juice.",,10,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma de los Andes 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-los-andes-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Alma de los Andes
,Red,US,"This is a northern Rhône style, tight, bright, and quite meaty. Along with the pure flavors of 100% Syrah fruit, it brings the tart, citrusy acids that can elevate the mouthfeel, giving it what the Australians call ‘lift.' There's backbone here in the form of acids and a tight spine, and you get the feeling that although it's a 2002, this wine is still wrapped up in its youthful shell.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Apex 2002 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2002,Apex
,Red,US,"A substantial wine, well-balanced and showing a good mix of dark, acid-driven fruits, smoke and graphite. There are some light hints of mushroom and leaf, a good display of clear varietal character. Beautiful balance and structure. It's not a big wine but quite approachable.",,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Amavi 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Amavi
14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon are blended and aged two years in oak to shape a wine that is characterized by cherry, blueberry, minerality and cedar wood. Overall, this is a balanced, muscular wine with thick extraction and a firm consistency.",Ferraiolo,25,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 2003 Ferraiolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricoltori-chianti-geografico-2003-ferraiolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico
,Red,US,"This is drinking quite young, with tannins that are showing strong flavors of green tea, stem and some rough spots. But apart from that little bit of jaggedness in the finish, this is really good stuff, spicy and streaked with white pepper and green herb. The slightly bitter citrusy finish is characteristic of Columbia Valley Syrah.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Amavi 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Amavi
13.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone pomace is added to a Valpolicella base wine to trigger a second fermentation that yields more color, extracts and aromatic intensity. Cherry, vanilla, Mediterranean dried herbs and exotic spice come together to create harmony; it also has very dry tannins thanks to 24 months in wood.",Ripassa,25,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Zenato 2003 Ripassa  (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2003-ripassa-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Red Blend,2003,Zenato
13,White,New Zealand,"More open and giving than the upscale Paretai bottling, with fruit that's forward and enjoyable, ranging from passion fruit to mango and from nectarine to melon. Sauvignon's trademark herbaceousness is here, but in the background, as an accent rather than as the centerpiece.",,12,89,Marlborough,,,Matua Valley 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Matua Valley
13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Cab Franc-Merlot blend with rich notes of moist earth, espresso bean, Porcino mushroom and almost iron-like minerality. Fruit is here too but appears as plum, prune and blackberry: Tasty and thick with good length.",Vigna del Vento,38,89,Veneto,Veneto,,Monteforche 2004 Vigna del Vento Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteforche-2004-vigna-vento-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2004,Monteforche
,Red,US,"A blend of fruit from Conner Lee, Pepper Bridge and Seven Hills vineyards, this ripe (15.3% alcohol) Merlot doesn't show the heat. Rather it delivers intense flavors of black fruits, coffee and nuances of herb and fungus, nicely defined and structured. There is enough backbone for further aging.",,20,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2003 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Red Sky
14.1,White,US,"This unoaked, stainless steel-fermented wine shows that this hilly appellation of Mendocino County can produce an exceptionally nice Sauvignon Blanc. It reminds me of Lake County, with its crispness and varietal purity. The flavors are of Meyer lemons, figs and yellow apricots.",Randle Hill Vineyard,20,89,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2005 Randle Hill Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2005-randle-hill-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Bink
,Red,US,"This is pure Cabernet, sourced from Ste. Michelle's Cold Creek vineyard. It's firm and solid, nicely styled and clean, pure and focused. It shows the definition and supple muscularity of the vineyard, with tight black cherry and blackberry fruit, enhanced with streaks of smoke, earth and licorice.",,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Basel Cellars
14,Red,New Zealand,"This New Zealand outpost of Foster's Wine Estates has turned in an impressive performance at an enviable price point. Cola, sassafras, vanilla and plum shadings all merge gracefully together in this full-bodied, seriously endowed Pinot that should drink well now and over the next few years.",Estate Series,20,89,Marlborough,,,Matua Valley 2005 Estate Series Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2005-estate-series-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Matua Valley
15,Red,Argentina,"Carlos Pulenta used to run Trapiche and now that he's on his own, we should keep on the lookout for his rich, ripe Malbecs and red blends from the Vistalba zone of Mendoza. This heavyweight contains Malbec, Cabernet and Bonarda, and it's a brawny, ripe, creamy sort of wine with plenty of berry and dark plum character. Very nice now but not quite spectacular; our bet is that it will get better in future vintages.",Corte A,60,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vistalba 2004 Corte A Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistalba-2004-corte-a-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2004,Vistalba
,Red,US,"The winery's 2003 Syrah was sourced from Boushey, but in 2004 they switched to Destiny Ridge and Dineen. This is an improvement, perhaps vintage-related, but it shows dark, densely scented black fruits and aromatic hints of leather, cedar and chocolate. It's quite youthful and tangy, with tart, citrusy, racy flavors, and will most certainly continue to add muscle and soften up with a few more years of bottle time.",,30,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2004 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Red Sky
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Guillermo Banfi's Sur de los Andes and Alma de los Andes wines are excellent across the board. This reserve-level holdover from 2004 offers mint, chocolate and leather aromas in front of ripe cherry and raspberry flavors. Almost crisp and choppy, but on the other hand precise and zesty. Not unlike a very good Dolcetto from Italy.",Reserve,13,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sur de los Andes 2004 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sur-los-andes-2004-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Sur de los Andes
14,White,New Zealand,"A plump, ripe style of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Stonecrop's 2006 boasts peach, melon and citrus scents followed by gooseberry and stone fruit flavors. Rounder and fleshier than you might expect, but without being heavy or unbalanced. Drink now.",,18,89,Martinborough,,,Stonecrop 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecrop-2006-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Stonecrop
14.5,Red,US,"This bottling, the 28th Artist Series Cabernet, shows ripe, forward blackberry and cherry fruit elaborated with lots of oak. It's young and fresh in acids and tannins, and while drinkable now, should benefit from modest aging.",Artist Series,70,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2002 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2002-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kenwood
14.5,White,US,"Made in the ever-popular style of a fully ripened, fruity Chard, with a good amount of new French oak and a creamy mouthfeel. Gets the job done in a fancy, no nonsense way.",Su'skol Vineyard,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess 2005 Su'skol Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-2005-suskol-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Hess
14,Red,Argentina,"Chakana is not the first winery whose basic Malbec comes across cleaner and more approachable than its reserve, which isn't to say we don't like this deeper, more brooding style. It's just that it doesn't have the length or depth to match the extract. So in the final analysis it's fine but soft and bit lacking.",Reserve,20,86,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Chakana 2004 Reserve Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2004-reserve-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2004,Chakana
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a blend of Sangioveto (85%) and Malvasia Nera that results in layered notes of cherry fruit, roasted coffee and black plum thanks to two years of oak aging. It's an attractive, silky wine with toasted overtones and very firm tannins. Drink now.",I Sodi di San Niccoló,73,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2002 I Sodi di San Niccoló Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2002-i-sodi-san-niccola-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2002,Castellare di Castellina
14,Red,Chile,"Here's a nice, well-made wine that reaches a bit farther than many in its class. You get some oak, cinnamon and cocoa on the nose, while the palate runs more toward herbal and natural than polished and sweet. A little warm and rugged but good in an unadulterated sense.",Classic Series,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2005 Classic Series Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2005-classic-series-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2005,Montes
14.5,Red,US,"Very good and savory, athough it's a bit heavy for a Pinot Noir, with a soft, thick texture and ultraripe chocolate, cherry liqueur and cappuccino flavors. Who wouldn't like that? But the wine could be crisper, more delicate and refined.",Reserve,25,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carneros Creek 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carneros-creek-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Carneros Creek
13.5,Red,Argentina,"This wine seems less intense and extracted than in past years. The nose begins with some rough-riding sulfur and then basic but nondescript berry aromas and flavors. Feels good on the tongue and finishes fairly long. Still solid for everyday and by-the-glass drinking. 20,000 cases made.",,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Don Miguel Gascón
13.7,White,US,"Soft, ripe and oaky, this Chard is a blend of Monterey, Paso Robles and Santa Barbara fruit. It's jammy and forward in apricot and peach flavors.",Reserve,20,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castoro Cellars 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2005-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Castoro Cellars
13.6,Red,Argentina,"Personally, I liked Sur de los Andes' basic Malbec more than this oakier, heavier Gran Reserva. This wine is a bit odd, with nutmeg-infused flavors that run toward fruit cake. In addition, there's heat on the finish despite a stated 13.6% alcohol, which is reasonable. Seems like a case of trying to do more with less.",Gran Reserva,21,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sur de los Andes 2004 Gran Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sur-los-andes-2004-gran-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Sur de los Andes
13.5,Red,Australia,"Shows some rather rustic notes of coffee and leather, which serve to give it a bit of individuality at the price point. Almost sweet-seeming cassis fruit dominates, turning slightly herbal on the finish.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Black Opal
,Red,US,"Tart and disjointed, this wine attempts to marry rather thin, acidic fruit with fat, buttery oak, but it doesn't come together. Either ramp up the ripeness or make a leaner, less extracted and tannic wine. As it stands, it's a bit schizophrenic.",,20,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Kestrel
14,Red,Australia,"Smooth, with absolutely no rough edges—or even much texture at all—this grapy, juicy Cabernet goes down easy enough, it just doesn't leave much of a lasting impression. Quaffable.",,12,83,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Red Knot 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-knot-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Red Knot
14.5,Red,Chile,"Here is another case where an Errazuriz wine has color and size but not so much balance and harmony. As with several others, it's woody to the point of searing, with vanilla and resin running on top of medium-depth plum and blackberry flavors. Lacks the complexity and density to match the wood.",Max Reserva,21,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Max Reserva Shiraz (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-max-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-aconcagua-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Errazuriz
13.2,White,US,"A bit cloying for me, although lovers of semisweet wines will like it for its jellied apricot, peach and honeysuckle flavors. Fortunately there's good acidity.",,26,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edward Sellers 2005 Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edward-sellers-2005-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne,2005,Edward Sellers
13.5,White,Argentina,"Melon, lemon and other white-fruit aromas and flavors define this mediocre, somewhat blanched-out wine. Compared to so many other Chardonnays from around the world this one doesn't really stack up.",Premium,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2006 Premium Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2006-premium-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2006,Alta Vista
13.5,White,Chile,"This wine shows a tad too much canned fruit, saccharine and wayward flesh for my liking. It smells slightly tropical but totally common, while the melon and citrus flavors come with a syrupy mouthfeel. Overall it's bland and won't improve. Better in previous years. 25,000 cases produced.",Antiguas Reservas,14,83,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2005 Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2005-antiguas-reservas-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Cousiño-Macul
13.8,Red,US,"Nicely silky and dry, and the everyday price makes it a relative value for Pinot lovers. But purists will find it a little rugged, with some overripe, stewed prune flavors.",,12,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2005 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2005-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,Castle Rock
13.5,Red,Canada,"There's serious cedar on the nose here, which leads into flavors of plum, berries and more cedar. It's slightly tart and tannic and lacking softness or subtlety, but the finish is lingering and satisfying. Imported by Mark Anthony Wine Merchants.",S.L.C.,40,83,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Mission Hill 2003 S.L.C. Merlot (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-hill-2003-slc-merlot-okanagan-valley/,Merlot,2003,Mission Hill
14.5,White,US,"Decent everyday Chard, a little soft and flabby, but with ripe peach, pineapple and apricot flavors. Loses a few points for a stewed fruit quality and oak that's too heavy for what you get.",Reserve,38,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rideau 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Rideau
14.6,Red,US,"Country-style wine, a rustic, rough-and-ready Cab. It has tough, jagged tannins and blackberry and cherry fruit that finishes fresh and jammy.",,15,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Ray's Station Vineyards 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rays-station-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Ray's Station Vineyards
14,White,Chile,"An innocuous Chardonnay that stays basic and largely expressionless from start to finish. Along the way are spots of melon, stone fruits and vanilla. All in all, it's an acceptable wine with a round, smooth mouthfeel but simple flavors.",Reserva,8,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,Conde de Velázquez 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-velazquez-2005-reserva-chardonnay-aconcagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Conde de Velázquez
12.6,Red,Australia,"Shows a bit of bricking to its color, along with woodsy aromas of sassafras and root beer. Seems prematurely mature, with dried fruit flavors and hints of earthy decay, but a silky-textured finish. Drink now.",,30,83,Victoria,Gippsland,,Bellvale 2004 Pinot Noir (Gippsland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellvale-2004-pinot-noir-gippsland/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bellvale
13.4,Red,US,"There's black pepper, leather, roasted meat and spice on the palate of this Long Island Cabernet, but the mouthfeel is watery, and overall, the wine lacks depth or roundness.",Estate Reserve,30,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2003 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2003-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Martha Clara
14.2,Red,US,"Simple and harsh, with weedy, peppery flavors that only faintly suggest cherries, cola and rhubarb. Not a bad wine, just a one-dimensional one.",,13,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bogle 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bogle
12.5,Red,US,"Tea leaves and cranberry lead in this barrel fermented Pinot. The berry flavors are ripe but there's little happening here beyond the initial, quiet fruit presence. Needs more complexity and elegance.",Barrel Fermented,38,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2003 Barrel Fermented Pinot Noir (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2003-barrel-fermented-pinot-noir-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Noir,2003,Castello di Borghese
13.3,Red,US,"I have often praised Arroyo Seco as a great home to whites and Burgundians, but Cab-friendly, it's not. This is a soft, sweet, simple wine with medicinal cherry flavors.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ventana
14,Red,Argentina,"Roasted and toasted, this heavily charred wine doesn't have the pedigree to take on such oak; what you get is a big ball of coffee, mocha and medicinal flavors but very little definition.",,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Portillo 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Finca El Portillo
12.5,White,US,"Tastes too sweet, like the sugared juices of canned apricots and peaches. Fortunately that's offset with very crisp acidity, but the wine finishes simple and disjointed.",,10,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ironstone 2005 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2005-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2005,Ironstone
13.5,Red,Chile,"The good side of this concept wine is that it tells the story of Carmenère, the so-called lost Bordeaux variety. Unfortunately, not as much attention was paid to the wine itself, which includes 30% Merlot and tastes mildly of raspberry and herbs but also shows a hard, grating mouthfeel. .",Carmenère Merlot,12,82,Central Valley,,,oops 2005 Carmenère Merlot Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oops-2005-carmenere-merlot-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2005,oops
13,White,Argentina,"Toasty aromas precede heavy, edgeless flavors, and in the end there's not much body or substance to the wine. It's just a sweet, simple white.",Organica,9,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2006 Organica Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2006-organica-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2006,Santa Julia
14.9,Red,US,"This is a blend of Zinfandel, Cab, Merlot and Petit Verdot, but it's hard to like because it's so overripe and Porty. Tastes like plumped raisins, with a hot finish.",Antaeus,40,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2004 Antaeus Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2004-antaeus-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Storybook Mountain
14.9,White,US,". Heavy, earthy and dull. While there's some decent peaches and cream and honeysuckle flavor, the wine lacks acidity, which makes it flat and charmless.",In-Circle Cellar Club Iris Estate,48,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Rideau 2005 In-Circle Cellar Club Iris Estate Roussanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2005-in-circle-cellar-club-iris-estate-roussanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Roussanne,2005,Rideau
13.3,White,US,"An unusual, slightly skunky nose leads to an angular wine with lots of acidic, citric notes. Some balance and weight is lacking here, but the wine will likely pair well with seafood and salads.",Naked,15,82,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2005 Naked Chardonnay (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2005-naked-chardonnay-pennsylvania/,Chardonnay,2005,Chaddsford
13.5,Red,Australia,"Creamy in texture, but the flavors contain a plethora of mushroom and decay notes that overwhelm the modest cherry fruit. There's a slightly aldehydic note, and the wine finishes short.",Reserve,40,83,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Stonier 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonier-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2004,Stonier
13.6,Red,US,"On the raisiny sweet side, with a sweet-and-sour taste, this Merlot, from a hot vintage, has been held back for many years, apparently in the hopes it would improve. Unfortunately, it remains a stubbornly unrewarding wine.",,24,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,St. Supéry
14,Red,Australia,"A light, crisp Cabernet-Merlot blend, with slightly weedy flavors of red cherries that seem to darken and deepen slightly from sip to sip. Finishes tart. Comes in a one-liter Prisma Pak.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Long Flat 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-flat-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Long Flat
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This dusty mélange of cherries, beets, herbs and mushrooms shows some complexity but also a slightly lean, tart profile. It finishes clean and fresh, wwith a hint of wintergreen.",,20,83,Marlborough,,,Maven 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maven-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Maven
13.9,White,US,". Decent country-style Chard, a little rough and ready around the edges, but with good, upfront fruit. Will benefit from some decanting.",Westside,18,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2005 Westside Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2005-westside-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2005,Dunning Vineyards
13,White,Italy,"Floral and stone fruit aromas offer a pretty prelude to this luminous, fresh white wine. Yet the mouthfeel is lean and thin and offers good but not great persistency. It would be nice to see more Viognier from Italy.",Camposegreto,15,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Poppiano 2005 Camposegreto Viognier (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2005-camposegreto-viognier-toscana/,Viognier,2005,Castello di Poppiano
14.1,White,US,"This is a light-bodied, elegant Chard meant to satisfy America's appetite for the variety. It shows very ripe tropical fruit and date flavors, but for me is far too oaky, with a toothpicky, caramelly taste.",,20,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calistoga Cellars 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calistoga-cellars-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Calistoga Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"On the rustic side, with a jagged mouthfeel, a green peppercorn edge to the cherry flavors, and a tart finish, this Cab seems over-priced for what you get.",Vintner's Reserve,18,83,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Kendall-Jackson
14.9,Red,US,"Brutocao's Zins always seem rustic to me, with the slightly sweet, Porty edge of a homemade wine. Nothing wrong with that, if it's your style, but it's not mine. If you like that sugary finish, it's a clean, fruity wine.",Hopland Ranches,22,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2004 Hopland Ranches Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2004-hopland-ranches-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2004,Brutocao
13.5,White,Argentina,"This is a heavy wine with banana, oak and other sweet, cloying flavors. The feel seems too extracted and resiny to match the quality of the fruit, which just isn't that great.",Reserve,12,83,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2006 Reserve Chardonnay (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2006-reserve-chardonnay-san-juan/,Chardonnay,2006,Finca Las Moras
,Red,US,"Plastic, Band-Aid® flavors over diminutive fruit flavors. Nothing speaks of Barbera except maybe the high acids.",,16,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2004 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2004-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2004,Kana
14.6,Red,US,"Shows the semi-sweet, sugary quality of so many Paso reds, with a jellied taste to the cherry and blackberry fruit. If you can get past that, the wine is smooth and velvety.",,25,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Madison 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madison-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Madison
14.3,Red,US,"The problem here is overripeness, a raisiny, pruny flavor that must have come from these mountain grapes baking under the summer sun during this hot vintage. Although the wine is fully dry and the tannins are sweetly ripe, that stewed taste is a bit of a turnoff.",,23,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2003 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2003-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Stonestreet
14.5,Red,US,"Red Rover, a brand from Stevenot, has done a bang-up job with inexpensive varietals. This Cab is a good expression of a rustic, country-style wine that just needs some decent food and a good setting to please. With berries and cherries, it's dry, and has a nice spiciness.",,8,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Red Rover 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rover-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Red Rover
13.8,Rose,US,There's very little flavor in this dry wine. Maybe a dollop of cherries and spices. Needs more concentration.,Rose of Pinot Noir,16,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Radog 2005 Rose of Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/radog-2005-rose-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,Radog
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Start off with aromas of rubber band and buttery oak. In the mouth, there's sweet red fruit and chocolate, while the finish is long and once again buttery. Adequate, but scratchy and grabby as a whole.",Reserve,12,83,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2005-reserve-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2005,Finca Las Moras
15.2,Red,US,"Soft and sugary, this is a simple wine, with appealing cherry marmalade and sugared herb tea flavors. It has good acids and tannins, but that sweetness is a turnoff.",Private Reserve,32,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2004 Private Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2004-private-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Dunning Vineyards
15.2,Red,US,"Here's a blend of traditional red Rhône varieties with Zinfandel. It's a great   concept, but the problem is that the wine is too sweet, and tastes artificially acidified.",Cognito,26,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edward Sellers 2004 Cognito Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edward-sellers-2004-cognito-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Edward Sellers
13.5,White,Chile,"Soft and supple aromas of baked peach and squash register sort of mushy, while the palate is plump and sweet, with cantaloupe the overriding flavor. This is a heavy, grabby wine that won't last too long, so get at it soon.",El Conde Gran Reserva,11,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,Conde de Velázquez 2005 El Conde Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-velazquez-2005-el-gran-reserva-chardonnay-aconcagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Conde de Velázquez
13.3,White,US,"Semi-sweet and simple, the best thing about this wine is acidity. It's crisp and cleansing, balancing out the guava, peach, citrus and honeysuckle flavors.",Signature Selection,19,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Bianchi 2005 Signature Selection Pinot Grigio (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2005-signature-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Bianchi
12.5,White,US,"This deep golden Chardonnay from respected Long Island producer Wölffer Estate offers a pleasing combination of bright, tropical fruit flavors and toasted oak. There's a slightly lean edge to the wine but overall, it's versatile and well-integrated.",Reserve,20,84,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2003-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-hamptons/,Chardonnay,2003,Wölffer
14,Red,New Zealand,". Sweetly oaky, this Pinot  doesn't seem to have quite the stuffing it needs to stand up to the heavy coat of brown sugar, cedar and vanilla. Some cherry and cola flavors peek through, ending on crisp, lemony note. A bit disappointing compared to the last few vintages, but at least the suggested retail price has come down.",,30,84,Marlborough,,,Wither Hills 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wither-hills-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Wither Hills
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rather beefy and stout on the bouquet, although there's some decent fruit lurking below. The palate is easygoing and medium in intensity, with normal plum and cherry flavors. Unexpressive but good enough as a whole. 10,000 cases made. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Reserva,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tamarí 2005 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2005-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Tamarí
14.1,Red,US,"This is a Rhône-style blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah, Mourvèdre and Grenache. It's soft, rich, simple and slightly sweet, with cherry pie, cola and cocoa   flavors.",Heritage Vintage Red Wine,25,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,San Antonio 2002 Heritage Vintage Red Wine Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-antonio-2002-heritage-vintage-red-wine-central-coast/,Red Blend,2002,San Antonio
13,Red,US,"This Meritage is a blend of 75% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Malbec. Cherry, toasted spice, tobacco and sweet vanilla notes are followed by a robust mingling of chocolate, raspberry and deep berry flavors on the palate. The finish is soft but the wine is a bit tannic right now—it needs aging. Overall, an impressive wine from a consistently good producer.",Bergen Road,40,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2001 Bergen Road Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2001-bergen-road-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Macari
14,Red,Chile,"Full and chunky on the nose, with some wood shavings, spice and fairly smooth red fruit. The palate is zesty and bright; the cherry and plum flavors are a touch tart and lean, but they are tasty. Finishes racy and a little gritty courtesy of hard tannins.",Family Selection Gran Reserva,,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2004 Family Selection Gran Reserva Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2004-family-selection-gran-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Luis Felipe Edwards
13.9,Red,Chile,"A little murky and rubbery, but not so much so that the wine completely suffers. It does have solid dark-fruit flavors and the mouthfeel is stout and sturdy, with proper tannins. Common stuff; no drama. Pretty good but nothing more.",Reserva,16,84,Maipo Valley,,,Nido de Aguila 2005 Reserva Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nido-aguila-2005-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2005,Nido de Aguila
13.5,White,US,"A little on the green, feline side, but saved by enough figgy date and cantaloupe flavors to rescue it. The wine is totally dry and crisp in acids.",Starmont,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2005 Starmont Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2005-starmont-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Merryvale
14.4,White,US,"A pretty nice everyday Chard. A little soft and simple, but rich in apricot, stewed peach and buttered toast flavors. The grapes are from Napa, Sonoma and Solano counties.",Crystal Valley The Chard,16,84,California,California Other,California,Cosentino 2005 Crystal Valley The Chard Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2005-crystal-valley-chard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Cosentino
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Young, rambunctious and rather carbonic on the nose, with candied, fleshy fruit dosed with a lot of new-oak butter on the palate. Maybe this wine will knit together with a few more months in bottle, but now it's wayward, sweet and chunky and requires more effort to like than it should.",Reserva,18,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Norton 2004 Reserva Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2004-reserva-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2004,Bodega Norton
14.9,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of beef bouillon, leather and earth hide most of the fruit that's on the bouquet, while the palate runs a bit soft and toward the Porty, liqueur side of the fence. Seems like a wine that's a bit too hunky; it's got some qualities but is starving for balance.",Reserva,16,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altocedro 2003 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2003-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Altocedro
,Red,US,"Opening aromas are a bit reductive, with some hints of tar and rubber, but underneath is firm, well-rounded fruit. This is 100% Sangio, rather heavily extracted and hence tannic, with some of the acid knocked down but the distinctive subtlety of the grape not in evidence. It comes across as a sort of younger sibling to Lemberger.",Estate,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2004 Estate Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2004-estate-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,2004,Kestrel
14,Red,US,"With jammy blackberry, blueberry, chocolate fudge and cassis flavors, this Zin is as rich and thick as a wine reduction sauce, something to pour over a filet of beef or ice cream. On its own, it's a bit simple.",Reserve Moskowite Ranch Block  61,45,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2004 Reserve Moskowite Ranch Block  61 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2004-reserve-moskowite-ranch-block-61-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Hagafen
14,Red,Argentina,"Fairly good as a whole, but generic with no one thing sticking out. Yes, it's a good middleweight that should draw more smiles than frowns, but in the end it's simply a nice red with simple raspberry flavors and a bouncy personality.",Reserve,12,84,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2005 Reserve Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2005-reserve-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2005,Finca Las Moras
13.5,Red,US,"A little rustic for Napa, but solid in blackberry, cherry, cassis and plum fruit that has a stewed, pie-filling taste. The tannins are gorgeous, so soft and plump.",,42,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bonneau 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bonneau
14.5,Red,Australia,"A simple, fruity Cabernet that adds hints of smoke and peppery spice to blackberry fruit. It's smooth in texture, if somewhat light in body, picking up some chocolaty notes on the finish. Drink now.",Bin 4000,10,84,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,McGuigan 2005 Bin 4000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2005-bin-4000-cabernet-sauvignon-limestone-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,McGuigan
13.9,White,US,"From the San Francisco Delta, inland but cooled by coastal breezes, comes this dryish, balanced Syrah. It's a nice everyday sipper, with berry-cherry flavors and nicely ripe tannins.",,16,84,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2004 Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,2004,Matchbook
14,Red,Canada,"Ripe berry, cinnamon and clove spices and a touch of tobacco on the nose lead to subtle, integrated flavors of dark chocolate, raspberries and spice on the palate. The wine is assertive but elegant. Imported by Wine Emporium.",Family Reserve,50,84,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Pillitteri 2002 Family Reserve Merlot (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pillitteri-2002-family-reserve-merlot-niagara-peninsula/,Merlot,2002,Pillitteri
14,Red,Italy,"A nice, vibrant ruby color makes a good first impression as do the raspberry, blueberry and crushed peppercorn notes. This is not a wine of huge complexity, but it is the kind of simple and genuine wine you want with pasta, white meat and easy cuisine.",Elima,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Monica di Sardegna,,Pala 2005 Elima  (Monica di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2005-elima-italian-red-monica-monica-sardegna/,Monica,2005,Pala
13.5,Red,Chile,"Early aromas of balsam wood, green herbs and olive are backed by dark fruit notes, while the palate delivers playful raspberry flavors alongside olive. It's a bit acidic but short on the finish. Typical and pretty good as a whole.",,9,84,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2005 Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2005-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Aresti
14,Red,New Zealand,"In contrast to the highly successful 2004, this wine shows some of the slightly sour, rhubarby notes that can mar Marlborough Merlot. The tart cherry flavors are not without appeal, but lack richness and ripeness.",15 Rows Reserve,45,84,Marlborough,,,Kathy Lynskey 2005 15 Rows Reserve Merlot (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathy-lynskey-2005-15-rows-reserve-merlot-marlborough/,Merlot,2005,Kathy Lynskey
14.1,Red,US,"Shows the strengths and the weaknesses of Petite Sirah. On the plus side is ripe fruit, firm, classy tannins and an overall balance that suggests this variety is indeed noble. On the minus side is the overripe sweetness that gives a Porty finish.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,Huntington 2005 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2005-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2005,Huntington
14.5,Red,Australia,"A somewhat disjointed effort that features dried fruit—date and prune—and molasses flavors but also citrusy acids and smoky, herbal, peppery scents. Shows plenty of concentration and intensity, but not all parts are working in harmony.",100 year old Vine,60,84,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Heath Wines 2003 100 year old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heath-wines-2003-100-year-old-vine-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Heath Wines
13,Red,New Zealand,,First Paddock Single Vineyard,45,84,Central Otago,,,Two Paddocks 2004 First Paddock Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-paddocks-2004-first-paddock-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Two Paddocks
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Pinot shows a touch of clove and saddle leather to go with coffee and earthy black cherry flavors. Picks up a bit of Band-Aid® on the finish, which is nicely textured, with a dusting of silky tannins.",,24,84,Marlborough,,,Vavasour 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vavasour-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Vavasour
14.5,Red,US,"Dry and balanced, but with a tough, raw streak that seems to come from unripe grapes. You want a soft opulence in Cab Franc, and even with some modest cherry flavors, this one doesn't have it.",Estate,35,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2004 Estate Cabernet Franc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-estate-cabernet-franc-central-coast/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Clos La Chance
13.9,Red,US,"Everyday Pinot, a one-dimensional wine with pleasant cherry, raspberry and cocoa flavors finished with a touch of smoky oak. At this price, it's a good buy for consumers who are curious about Pinot, but don't want to drop a bundle.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chalone Vineyard 2005 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,Chalone Vineyard
14.5,Red,US,"Overplanting of coastal Pinot Noir has now led to prices on decent wines that, just a few years ago, would have seemed unbelievable. The market is crowded with wines like this. It's a good expression of the variety, dry and silky and fruity, with a mushroomy earthiness. Your basic Intro to Pinot 101.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Castle Rock 2005 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,Castle Rock
12.3,White,US,"There's beautiful apple, citrus and apricot fruit in this clean, zesty wine, which contains a little Viognier and Sémillon. It's on the sweet-tasting side, but the alcohol is refreshingly low.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Shenandoah 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Shenandoah
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Possibly a bit too sternly tannic for its own good, this starts off with attractive meaty, mushroomy scents, then adds cherry and tea leaf flavors that seem a bit herbal and green. Medium in body, the wine finishes crisp, with drying tannins.",,25,84,Nelson,,,Seifried 2005 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2005-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2005,Seifried
13,White,Argentina,"Chardonnay is not Argentina's calling card, but this basic version issues apple, butter cup and mineral aromas backed by zesty, sheer citrus and pineapple flavors. Expect no heft or oak on this. It's straightforward warm-climate Chard, nothing more or less.",,9,84,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2006 Chardonnay (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2006-chardonnay-san-juan/,Chardonnay,2006,Finca Las Moras
14.5,Red,US,"You might almost think this was from Paso Robles, it's so soft, ripe, supermature and almost sweet. The finely grained tannins frame pie-fillng blackberry and cassis flavors that are well-oaked.",Starmont,27,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2003 Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-starmont-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Merryvale
13.7,Red,US,"Black cherry, spice and smoke comprise this Pinot. There's decent structure and roundness on the palate and a flavorful mingling of fruit and spice, but the wine is not very complex. Some aging may remedy this. Overall, the wine is good and accessible.",,17,84,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2005 Pinot Noir (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2005-pinot-noir-pennsylvania/,Pinot Noir,2005,Chaddsford
13.5,Red,Chile,"Somewhat leafy and green, with dry aromas of spice and red fruit doing what they can to boost the wine. The palate offers raspberry and apple skin flavors along with scratchy, drying tannins. Not a lush wine but not bad in its weight and delivery.",Hacienda Araucano,11,84,Central Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2005 Hacienda Araucano Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2005-hacienda-araucano-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2005,J. & F. Lurton
14.5,Red,US,"Good rough-and-ready Zin, with briary, brambly fruit flavors and dry, sturdy tannins. Easy to drink, great with a cheeseburger.",Vintner's Reserve,12,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2005 Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2005-vintners-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2005,Kendall-Jackson
12.7,White,US,"Simple, fruity-flowery and off-dry, this Gewürz, from the winery's estate vineyard, is forward in peach, honeysuckle, pineapple and kiwi flavors, with a spicy, honeyed finish.",,12,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2005 Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2005-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Hook & Ladder
13.2,Red,US,"This Cab, grown on Diamond Mountain in the Mayacamas range, is rather dense and rustic. It has an old-fashioned feeling, although the ripe sweetness of the fruit is thoroughly modern. Could improve somewhat with five or so years in the bottle.",Estate,45,84,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Graeser 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graeser-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Graeser
13.1,Red,US,"A blend of the two Cabernets, Sauvignon and Franc, this is a fruit-driven, simple wine offering tiers of blackberries, cherries, raspberries, milk chocolate and oak. It's a copycat of today's modern cult Cabs, a formulaic approach that's okay, but with no particular identity.",Coeur de Leon Estate Red Wine,40,84,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Graeser 2003 Coeur de Leon Estate Red Wine Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graeser-2003-coeur-leon-estate-red-wine-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Graeser
18.1,Port/Sherry,US,"I want to like this wine more than I do, because it starts off so sweet and ripe in chocolate-infused blackberry jam and cassis flavors. Yet it turns thin from the middle through the finish. Everything just sort of falls apart.",Zinfandel Port,30,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2003 Zinfandel Port Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2003-zinfandel-port-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,EOS
14,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of red clay and spice are at the center of the nose on this lighter-styled wine. In the mouth, there's sappy raspberry fruit and a finish that's both drying and a touch cloying. Still, for the most part this wine keeps it together.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca El Peral 2005 Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-peral-2005-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2005,Finca El Peral
14.9,White,US,"This is a very oaky wine, and you have to wonder why they plastered it on so thick, because underneath all that sweet, toasty, caramelized woodsap is a nice, fruity Chardonnay. I've seen other reviews that praised the oak, but I can't go there.",Catherine's Vineyard,28,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Bonneau 2004 Catherine's Vineyard Chardonnay (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2004-catherines-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Bonneau
14,Red,New Zealand,"This is a bit earthy and muted at first, showing some molasses and sous-bois character, but comes around in time to deliver modest cherry flavors as well. Solid, if somewhat unexceptional. Imported by Pernod Ricard USA.",Reserve,19,84,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2005 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2005-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Brancott
15.6,Red,US,"This is a Châteauneuf-style blend of Rhône varieties, a soft, simple and slightly sweet red. It brims with ripe black cherry, raspberry, mocha-choca, cola, rum punch and licorice flavors.",Cuvee des Cinq,42,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edward Sellers 2004 Cuvee des Cinq Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edward-sellers-2004-cuvee-cinq-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Edward Sellers
13.9,Red,US,"They make this Bordeaux blend from grapes grown in Lodi, Monterey, Paso Robles and Sonoma, and it does taste like a warm-climate wine, with its soft acids and tannins and easy, slightly sweet cherry-berry flavors. Drink soon",Mercury Rising,19,84,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar 2004 Mercury Rising Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2004-mercury-rising-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Cinnabar
13.8,White,US,"From the warmer southern part of the county, the grapes got nice and ripe during this long hangtime vintage. They developed citrus, melon, guava and passionfruit flavors, with absolutely no grassiness. Crisp acidity makes the wine balanced and clean, and the finish is basically, but not totally, dry.",Signature Selection,14,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bianchi 2005 Signature Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2005-signature-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Bianchi
13.5,White,Chile,"Starts with mild butterscotch and some apple before merging into a palate of spiced apple and melon. Seems a touch dilute and watery when put on the scale, so the score suffers a bit. Overall it's pretty good but weak in the middle.",Reserva,14,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-2005-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Santa Ines
14.8,White,US,"This is a gigantic Chardonnay and in my opinion, it's too big for its britches. Everything is so over-sized, especially the oak, that it tastes like a white Burgundy on steroids. A wine like this will have its fans, but it really needs greater control and finesse.",Gamble Ranch Vineyard,40,84,California,Napa,Yountville,Sbragia 2004 Gamble Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2004-gamble-ranch-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-yountville/,Chardonnay,2004,Sbragia
,White,US,"This “Rhône-style white blend” (53% Viognier/37% Roussanne/10% Marsanne) is heavy, hot (14.8%) and dry. The fruit seems attenuated and the flavors thick and simple. Peaches and apricots rule the fruit, with a plastic edge to the finish.",Cuvée Le Blanc Reserve,18,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kana 2005 Cuvée Le Blanc Reserve White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2005-cuvee-le-blanc-reserve-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Kana
14,Red,Chile,"In the lower depths of the value zone you'll find this respectable Chard that offers light melon and tropical fruit aromas in front of lemon-lime flavors. This is a more acidic, citrusy style of wine, yet it's flush and not at all sour.",Vineyard Selection,8,84,Casablanca Valley,,,TerraNoble 2006 Vineyard Selection Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2006-vineyard-selection-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,TerraNoble
14,Red,Chile,"This little Shiraz has a good foundation to it. The nose is round and warm, with simple fruit and earth aromas. The palate is a touch tannic and rubbery, but it's holding solid raspberry and red plum flavors. Somewhat on the sheer side, with enough character that it deserves a look.",Estate,8,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2005 Estate Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2005-estate-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Luis Felipe Edwards
13.5,Red,US,"With a smooth texture, velvety tannins and long finish, there's lots to like in this Cabernet from Lake County. A drawback is that the blackberry and cherry fruit tastes sweetly sugared, which makes the wine rustic.",,25,84,California,Lake County,High Valley,High Valley Vineyard 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-valley-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,High Valley Vineyard
14.5,Red,US,"You never quite know what California Sangiovese is going to give you. Here, it's a high-acid wine, very ripe in pie filling cherry and raspberry flavors, and a bit sweet and simple.",Merlo Vineyards,32,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Muscardini 2005 Merlo Vineyards Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2005-merlo-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,2005,Muscardini
13.9,Red,Chile,"A little herbal and olive-filled from front to back, but with offsetting berry and sweet spice characteristics. The wine features decent dark-fruit flavors and milk chocolate on the finish, but along the way a strong and persistent shock of green drives the wine into a corner it can't escape from. Cabernet with 15% Carmenère.",Rockhopper Reserve,15,84,Maipo Valley,,,Pengwine 2003 Rockhopper Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pengwine-2003-rockhopper-reserve-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2003,Pengwine
,Red,US,"Robust and bone dry, with palate-coating tannins, this full-bodied young wine is rich in blackberry, coffee and dried herb flavors, with a very long finish. It's a big, tough wine that calls for big, rich meats.",The Heritage Collection,14,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2004 The Heritage Collection Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2004-the-heritage-collection-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2004,Peirano
,Red,US,"Pure Lemberger from a vineyard planted almost 30 years ago, this wine is like a time trip back to Washington in the 1980s. Bright, forward, grapy fruit meets dry, astringent tannins. This is straight-on barbecue wine, simple and quaffable.",Old Vine Vignes de Marcoux Vineyard,16,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kana 2004 Old Vine Vignes de Marcoux Vineyard Lemberger (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2004-old-vine-vignes-marcoux-vineyard-other-red-lemberger-columbia-valley-yakima/,Lemberger,2004,Kana
13.8,Red,Canada,"The 5 classic Bordeaux grape varietals of Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Merlot (40%), Cabernet Franc (7%), Malbec (10%) and Petit Verdot (3%) comprise this reserve Meritage from Okanagan Valley producer Jackson-Triggs. A bright, young nose of raspberry and coffee is followed by pleasant flavors of spicy pepper and berries, but the mouthfeel is dry and tannic, giving the wine a rough character. Aging will help but there's still a lack of elegance here that might turn off lovers of balanced, softer wines. Imported by The Meritage Association.",Proprietors' Grand Reserve Okanagan Estate,25,84,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Jackson-Triggs 2004 Proprietors' Grand Reserve Okanagan Estate Meritage (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-triggs-2004-proprietors-grand-reserve-okanagan-estate-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-okanagan-valley/,Meritage,2004,Jackson-Triggs
14.5,Red,US,"A good wine, with tons of ripe, jammy cherry, blackberry and carob flavors, but a little on the sugary sweet, soft side. Drink now.",Meritage,28,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Meritage Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-meritage-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
14.5,White,US,"Soft and candied, this Sémillon tastes like something from Starbuck's. With vanilla, almond biscotti, mocha and peach custard flavors, it's a little on the sweet side.",,23,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Graeser 2004 Sémillon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graeser-2004-semillon-napa-valley/,Sémillon,2004,Graeser
12.4,White,US,"There's an unusual aroma but the flavors of mango and lime are bright and fresh. The wine is simple and the mouthfeel tends to be overly acidic, but fans of New World-style whites will enjoy its clean and lively character. It would also pair well with spicy Asian dishes and bold seafood flavors.",Reserve,30,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Fox Run 2005 Reserve Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2005-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2005,Fox Run
13.5,White,US,"You can taste how extremely ripe the grapes got under the summer sun with every sip. Explosive in nectarine, peach, lime, green apple and pineapple flavors, this Chard has a nice balance of acidity and oak.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2005 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2005,EOS
13,White,New Zealand,"An odd duck, but not an unenjoyable one, this is a slightly viscous Sauvignon with a deep straw color and some unusual flavors of canned corn and honey. It's more about texture and weight than forward fruit, with some herbal, capsicum notes on the finish.",,17,84,Marlborough,,,Churton 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churton-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Churton
14,Red,Chile,"Boysenberry and raspberry aromas carry the fresh, snappy nose toward a tart but generally precise palate that really pours on the red fruit flavors. The feel is a touch jagged and sharp, but the wine's core clarity and uncomplicated focus make it worthwhile.",The Southern Cone,10,84,Rapel Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 The Southern Cone Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-southern-cone-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rapel-valley/,Syrah,2005,Cono Sur
13,White,US,"Bright, vibrant but with a little oak to keep it balanced, this enjoyable white will please fans of the drier style of white wines. There's citrus in the nose and floral notes on the palate, and the wine finishes clean. Not terribly complex, but overall, a pleasing, food-friendly offering.",Taste White,25,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 2005 Taste White White (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-2005-taste-white-long-island-north-fork/,White Blend,2005,Bedell
,Red,US,"This is soft, pretty and ready to drink. The light fruit is wrapped in toasty new oak, accented with cinnamon and mocha. A bit of spice keeps it interesting, but it comes across as a generic red, with pretty oak.",Narcissa,24,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Whitman Cellars 2003 Narcissa Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitman-cellars-2003-narcissa-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Whitman Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"Easy does it with this clean, fruity Pinot, which is made for immediate drinking. It's light and silky, with pleasant cherry, rhubarb, rosehip tea and cola flavors, and finishes very dry and spicy.",,20,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Valley of the Moon 2005 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2005-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Valley of the Moon
14.7,White,US,". Doesn't seem to have the elegant Burgundian quality of past vintages, and the main culprit is the flavor of apricot jam, which makes the wine a little heavy and suggests overripe fruit. Apricots are delicious, of course, but you don't want too much of that in a Chardonnay.",Sleepy Hollow,42,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2004 Sleepy Hollow Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2004-sleepy-hollow-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Talbott
14,White,New Zealand,"A bit sweaty and herbal on the nose, but the flavors are riper than that, leaning toward the melon and nectarine side of the Sauvignon spectrum. This wine is lean and a bit minerally in feel, with a clean, fresh finish.",,18,85,Marlborough,,,Maven 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maven-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Maven
14.5,Red,Australia,"A surprising misstep from this fine winery and consulting winemaker Ben Glaetzer. The characteristic Mitolo/Glaetzer creamy-textured tannins are there, but the flavors are a bit simple and grapy, marked by peppery, leafy notes. It is awfully young, so maybe it will pull together in a another few months.",Jester,19,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2005 Jester Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2005-jester-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Mitolo
14,Red,New Zealand,,John Forrest Collection,50,85,Waitaki Valley,,,Forrest Estate 2004 John Forrest Collection Pinot Noir (Waitaki Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forrest-estate-2004-john-collection-pinot-noir-waitaki-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Forrest Estate
13.9,White,US,"There's an earthy quality to this Chard, with herbal sage, dill and Bay laurel flavors to the underlying peach and apricot flavors. It's also a little on the soft side. Will benefit from decanting for a few hours, to take the edge off and let it breathe.",,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Frog's Leap
13.3,Red,US,"blend of Carignane and Cinsault is fruity and rich in red and black cherry flavors with a streak of Provençal lavender, rosemary and thyme. It's dry and robust, with balancing acids and tannins that will pair nicely with beef stew, lamb or veal.",C²,18,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Frick 2003 C² Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-2003-c-red-north-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Frick
14.5,White,US,"Like your whites superdry, crisp and grassy? This one's for you. From the cool Edna Valley comes this sleek wine, with lemongrass, passionfruit and lime flavors, and just a touch of that notorious cat pee. Turns rich and spicy on the finish.",Paragon,15,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2005 Paragon Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2005-paragon-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Edna Valley Vineyard
13.5,White,Italy,"Stainless steel fermentation and refining helps shape clean and fresh aromas of exotic fruit, lime, kiwi, chopped sage and white stone. It is lean but incredibly clean and crisp on the palate and is exactly the kind of wine you want in ample supply during summer months.",Con Vento,32,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2005 Con Vento Sauvignon Blanc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2005-con-vento-sauvignon-blanc-toscana/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Castello del Terriccio
14.1,White,US,"A little simple, but rich and forward in ripe fruit flavors, this zesty Chard offers a wealth of apricot, pineapple and peach jam flavors. Oak adds complexities of buttered toast and caramel.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cinnabar 2005 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2005,Cinnabar
14,Red,Chile,"Light in color, with dry, simple aromas of cherries and cinnamon. This is a pretty nice effort given the wine's price. It has some sweet, chocolaty side notes to go with finishing toast and pepper.",Estate Selection,11,85,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2005 Estate Selection Pinot Noir (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2005-estate-selection-pinot-noir-curico-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Aresti
13.5,White,Australia,"The notes here are somewhat discordant—like two parts of an orchestra a touch out of sync. First up are some lovely aromas of smoke, grilled nuts, pear and citrus. Then there's a bit of overly sweet fruit on the palate, and a tart, chalky finish that brings things to a close. It's not clear where this is headed, although it does give some pleasure now.",,25,85,New South Wales,Tumbarumba,,Hungerford Hill 2005 Chardonnay (Tumbarumba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2005-chardonnay-tumbarumba/,Chardonnay,2005,Hungerford Hill
,Red,US,"In this Bordeaux blend are some of the sought-after details from this exceptional vineyard—mineral, straw and herb—underlaying the spicy tart fruit that ranges from strawberry through plum. Still, for a wine that hits 15.3% alcohol, it seems to lack concentration and staying power, and the finish has an unappealing plastic ring to it.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,29,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Kana 2004 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2004-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Kana
13.5,Red,Italy,"The traditional Valpolicella blend of Corvina and Rondinella from the hills north of Verona usually delivers red currant, apple cider, mineral tones and Indian spice. This wine is no exception. There's a nice intensity in the mouth and the wine promises to make a good match to meat ragù.",,13,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Zenato 2002  Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2002-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Red Blend,2002,Zenato
14.8,Red,US,"This is one of those Cabs that's so ripe, it's almost sweet, although it stops just short of sugariness. It's a soft, pleasant wine, with all sorts of cherry and cassis flavors, but it doesn't seem quite worth the hefty price.",,50,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,ZD
13,White,Australia,"This 60-40 blend reveals a bit of herbal grassiness and yellow plum in its bouquet, then adds melon flavors that flesh out the palate. It's an attractive, medium-weight wine that finishes a little short and soft. Drink now.",,16,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2006 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2006-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2006,Cape Mentelle
12,White,Italy,"Here is a clean and easy-to-drink Grigio with notes of citrus candy, Granny Smith apple and stone fruit. It's everything you should expect from a wine at this price point. The mouthfeel is lean but refreshing acidity comes through at the end.",Winemaker's Collection,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Canaletto 2005 Winemaker's Collection Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-2005-winemakers-collection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Canaletto
13.8,Red,US,"Here's a very ripe Syrah, deep in chocolate, blackberry, currant, licorice and leather flavors. It's smooth and polished now, and should be opened in the next year or two.",,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2003 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Burgess
13.5,Red,Australia,"Medium- to full-bodied, this is a broad, mouthfilling Cab-Merlot that comes across just this side of overripe, with plum and prune notes both apparent. Earthy notes provide a bass, while cedary oak sets the treble. Finishes with a touch of warmth and a hint of medicinal herbs. Drink now.",NXG Cabernet-Merlot,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Next Generation 2004 NXG Cabernet-Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/next-generation-2004-nxg-cabernet-merlot-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Next Generation
12.5,White,Italy,"This is an interesting, if somewhat awkward wine. The aromas are extremely pungent and vertical: Notes of peppermint candy, peach soda and lemon zest go straight to the nose. But the menthol freshness is long lasting and very nice in the mouth.",Lungalonga,,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Balestri Valda 2003 Lungalonga  (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balestri-valda-2003-lungalonga-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2003,Balestri Valda
13.9,Red,Argentina,"A steady-as-she-goes type of Malbec with dark, heavy aromas and ripe berry and black cherry flavors. It's a good wine with heft, ripeness and solidity, but it doesn't sway much from the basic blueprint of average Mendocino Malbec. Expect size and extract more than refinement.",,25,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Aleph 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aleph-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Aleph
13.5,Red,Australia,"For a $10 wine, this offers plenty of flavor, ranging from touches of cedar and brown sugar to dried fruit compote. There's decent richness, and genuine Cabernet character comes through on the finish, which features an herbal note, a touch of chocolate and moderate tannins. Drink now.",Reserve,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Lindemans 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Lindemans
13.5,Red,US,"Barbera is not among my preferred wines, due to its hot, harsh rustic nature. But this is a good one, and while it keeps its dark, broodingly tannic nature, it offers a wealth of cherry-pie filling and tobacco flavors that will marry well with roasted meats.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 2004 Barbera (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2004-barbera-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Barbera,2004,Tamás Estates
12.2,White,Argentina,"One whiff of this wine tells you why we say Torrontes is aromatic. The bouquet is generous as it delivers butter cup, acacia and mango aromas. The palate, meanwhile, is ripe and hefty. Maybe it's a touch creamy and soft, but overall the wine is flavorful, pleasant and offers more than enough size.",,10,85,Other,Cafayate,,Sur de los Andes 2006 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sur-los-andes-2006-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2006,Sur de los Andes
13.9,White,US,"Pretty good price for a Chardonnay of this cool-climate quality. Boosted by crisp acids, it shows pineapple, lime and kiwi flavors, and finishes dry and savory. Easy to find, with nearly a quarter-million cases produced.",Paragon,12,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2005 Paragon Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2005-paragon-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Edna Valley Vineyard
14.5,Red,US,"Very oaky. So oaky, in fact, it's hard to get past all that woodsap and toasty char. Tannic, too. But for all the tannins and wood, the fruit just isn't strong enough.",Lewelling Vineyard,50,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2003 Lewelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2003-lewelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Trinchero
13.6,Red,US,"An awkward wine, soft, simple and with sweet and sour flavors.  It's clean and fruity. Give it a chance.",Estate,30,83,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Graeser 2003 Estate Cabernet Franc (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graeser-2003-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Graeser
12.5,Red,US,"There's a one-dimensional tartness and cranberry-like edge to this Long Island Cabernet that's hard to transcend. Notes of spice and plum are faint and there's a slight lingering finish, but in general, the wine needs more heft and integration.",,13,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jason's Vineyard 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jasons-vineyard-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Jason's Vineyard
,Red,US,"This outstanding vineyard comes through again with a full, fleshy, almost beefy wine. Powerful red fruits are enhanced with subtle flavors of citrus, juniper, pine needle, dried herbs and mint. Elegant and complex, the fruit from these young vines shows power and grace. Most surprisingly, the finish actually gains strength as it lingers. The sweet black cherry flavor seems to last forever.",Abbott Claim,50,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Ken Wright 2005 Abbott Claim Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2005-abbott-claim-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ken Wright
14.3,Red,US,"Foley's Barrel Select is a kind of reserve bottling and is always worthy of the designation. This is a gorgeous wine that showcases the qualities of vineyard and vintage. Ripe and polished in cherry pie, pomegranate, cola and spice flavors, it has a perfect acid-tannin balance, all wrapped in a taffeta mouthfeel. It's a big wine, but never loses sight of balance and harmony. Brilliant, pedigreed Pinot, and one that should last for a decade.",Rancho Santa Rosa Barrel Select,50,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-barrel-select-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Foley
15.3,White,US,"Big, ripe, in-your-face Chard here, as gooey as a fruity custard. Almost a dessert wine, it stays just this side of dry, offering huge flavors of lemon drop mousse, pineapple jam, guava, papaya, golden mango and spicy oak. This is a dramatic, show-me-off Chardonnay.",Estate,26,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2005 Estate Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2005-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Melville
14.5,Red,Italy,"Produced in limited numbers, this showcases fine winemaking on all levels despite a hot vintage. The raspberry fruit and chocolate nuances are fragrant and intense; the oak is so well integrated you only feel its presence in the mouth, where the wine is opulent but also extremely silky. But the most exciting elements to this wine are its distinctive Mediterranean accents of menthol, wild sage and seaside shrubbery that beautifully recall its coastal Tuscan roots.",Masseto,250,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2003 Masseto Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2003-masseto-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2003,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
,Red,US,"The Carabella vineyard shows its best stuff in 2004. Lovely aromas of fruit, cola, herb and cedar waft from the glass. Classic Pinot, elegant and complex right off the bat. Beautifully structured and harmonious, this wine is a lovely example of how the best Oregon wines straddle the line between the succulent fruit of California and the acid-driven structure of premier cru Burgundy.",Estate,39,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Carabella 2004 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2004-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Carabella
14.3,White,US,"This isn't one of Hartford's single-vineyard Chards, but a blend from around RRV. It's a very elegant, balanced wine, with complexity and charm; 100% barrel fermented, it shows oak-influenced flavors of Meyer lemons, pineapple sorbet and rich Gravenstein apple butter.",Four Hearts Vineyards,40,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford Court 2005 Four Hearts Vineyards Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-court-2005-four-hearts-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Hartford Court
15,Red,Australia,"Looking for a stereotypically rich, dense Australian Shiraz? Look no further. This is tooth-staining and palate-coating, yet doesn't seem overdone at all, blending leather, coffee, blackberry and plum flavors into a creamy, rich concoction with a long, fruit-filled finish. Only 20% new oak, so the fruit dominates. Drink now–2012.",The Gaffer,20,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mr. Riggs 2005 The Gaffer Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mr-riggs-2005-gaffer-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,Mr. Riggs
,Red,France,"Maybe the best vintage for current consumption, the '91 Les Ruchets features floral scents accompanied by hints of cherries and pomegranates, even some stone fruit flavors. Lush, supple and long. Drink now.",Les Ruchets,65,91,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 1997 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-1997-les-ruchets-cornas-70108/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Jean-Luc Colombo
12.5,White,Italy,"Immaculate pear, apple, melon, almond and citrus emerge on the nose of this brilliantly luminous barrel-fermented Greco di Tufo. The aromas are very pretty and distinct and the same holds true for the wine's flavors. This is a showcase wine for Campania.",NovaSerra,24,90,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Mastroberardino 2005 NovaSerra  (Greco di Tufo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2005-novaserra-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2005,Mastroberardino
11.5,White,Germany,"Feinherb—a rarely seen designation—wines are similar in style to halbtrocken, rather dry. This is an excellent example, marrying the Mosel's green apple and citrus fruit with slaty, minerally notes in a medium-bodied, rich Riesling that tops out at 11.5% alcohol. Imported by Schmitt-Sohne Inc.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling Feinherb,25,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Markus Molitor 2005 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling Feinherb Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2005-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-feinherb-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Markus Molitor
,Red,France,"Meaty and cedary on the nose. This is powerful stuff, packing in plenty of black olive and coffee flavors. Tough, burly and muscular, this is still tannic and seems a bit closed. Hold.",Les Ruchets,83,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2001 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2001-ruchets-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Jean-Luc Colombo
14.5,Red,Australia,"A new project from Jayson Woodbridge (the owner of Napa's Hundred Acre label), Layer Cake refers to the soils of his Barossa Vineyard, but it could equally apply to the richness and density of the wine. It's creamy in texture, and filled with blueberries, spice and everything nice, finally ending with hints of coffee and chocolate.",,15,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Layer Cake 2005 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/layer-cake-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Layer Cake
14.9,Red,US,"What a roll this winery has been on. This '03 isn't their greatest effort, and it's not an ager, but it's absolutely delicious, a wine to drink now while the Cabs in your cellar snooze. Offers smooth, rich tannins framing classic cassis and oak flavors.",,35,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Terra Valentine
13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine boasts big fruit,especially blueberry, framed by delicate notes of menthol and almond. It's a dense, ruby wine that reflects brilliant red highlights and tastes fresh in the mouth thanks to vibrant fruit, good acidity and structure.",Riserva Staves,,90,,Alto Adige,,Tenuta Weingut Kornell 2004 Riserva Staves Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-weingut-kornell-2004-riserva-staves-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2004,Tenuta Weingut Kornell
13.8,Red,US,"Berry and spice meet in a delicate combination in this Michigan Pinot, but the overall character is edgy and acidic with a forward tartness. The wine has promise but lacks integration and style.",Proprietor's Reserve,20,83,Michigan,Old Mission Peninsula,,Chateau Chantal 2005 Proprietor's Reserve Pinot Noir (Old Mission Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantal-2005-proprietors-reserve-pinot-noir-old-mission-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2005,Chateau Chantal
,Red,US,"The Carter vineyard, planted in 1983, is close to Canary Hill and carries similar cherry fruit flavors, but in a lighter, softer, much more delicate frame. It's a bit like licking the foam from around the top of a cherry cola sundae – it's that airy and flavorful. Persistent, textural flavors suggest spicy blue plum, cranberry and rhubarb, with a splash of mint in the finish.",Carter,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Ken Wright 2005 Carter Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2005-carter-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ken Wright
15,Red,Australia,"Round and plush, this is immediately accessible, and should be consumed over the near term. Vanilla, cedar and a hint of caramel accent the blackberry jam flavors. The fruit is a bit cooked, but it picks up a nice peppery edge and some coffee notes on the finish.",The Shearer,20,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Longwood 2005 The Shearer Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longwood-2005-shearer-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,Longwood
,White,US,"One of the more distinctive whites in California, this blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Picpoul Blanc is produced by a leading Rhône family from France. It will appeal to Chard lovers for its rich, oaky creaminess, but offers a completely different flavor profile of nectarines, apricots and wildflowers.",Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc,35,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2005 Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2005-esprit-beaucastel-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Tablas Creek
,Red,US,"The winery continues to make progress with this ambitious wine, a Rhône blend of Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache and Counoise. The challenge has always been to move beyond simple ripeness, which is easy to achieve, into true complexity. The '04 moves the ball forward, offering Provençal herb nuances to the cherries and cocoa.",Esprit de Beaucastel,45,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2004 Esprit de Beaucastel Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2004-esprit-beaucastel-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Tablas Creek
14.4,White,US,"Smooth and polished, with toasty flavors of pineapple, pumpkin pie, cinnamon, gingersnap cookie, butterscotch and honey. The finish is crisp; very nice and rich.",Limited Bottling,21,90,California,California Other,California,Stuart Cellars 2005 Limited Bottling Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2005-limited-bottling-viognier-other/,Viognier,2005,Stuart Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"If you thought Cab Franc was the soft, early-drinking Cab, reconsider. This is a tough wine, dry and so tannic that it numbs down the palate. But it's huge in sappy red and black cherry fruit, with a chocolate fudge finish, and should develop well. Try holding for three or four years.",Estate,50,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2004 Estate Cabernet Franc (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2004-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Reverie
14,Red,Italy,I'm a fan of Antinori's Puglia estate and the work that enologist Renzo Cotarella does with the region's native varieties. These wines deliver power and aromatic intensity without losing their delicate balance between fruit and tobacco. The wine also shows a nice evolution in the glass with rose petal and vanilla not far behind. Drink now.,Masseria Maìme,27,90,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tormaresca 2003 Masseria Maìme Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2003-masseria-maime-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2003,Tormaresca
14.1,Red,US,"Shows all the greatness of this appellation, streamlined to its basics. The fundamentals are a crisply acidic, delicately structured wine, with a silky texture and deep flavors of cherries, cola and raspberry purée, with a deeper stream of chocolate, soy and balsamic sautéed Portobello. It's nearly as good as many wines costing twice as much.",,29,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Siduri 2005 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Siduri
14.2,Red,US,"Impresses for its depth of fruit and overall dry balance, and the way the wine feels sumptuous and classy in the mouth. It's a small-production Syrah, rich in plummy blackberry, pepper and mocha flavors and softly tannic and complex, like a good Saint-Joseph from the Rhône.",Reserve,24,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2004 Reserve Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2004,Concannon
14.4,White,US,"Tastes superoaky, with a heavy layer of wood spice and butterscotchy char, but the underlying fruit is powerful enough to support it. The pineapple tart, peach custard and cinnamon flavors are crisp and juicy with acidity.",,29,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cobblestone 2005 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2005,Cobblestone
14.3,Red,Italy,"If you like extra toasty notes in your Merlot, here is an excellent alternative from southern Italy: the aromas are intense and pronounced and focus mainly on blackberry, plum, roasted nuts, campfire, pencil lead, peanut and oak. Mineral notes come through on the palate and the wine has very good length.",Calat,25,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2001 Calat Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2001-calat-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2001,Feudo Principi di Butera
13.5,Red,Italy,"With 15% Cab Sauvignon, this is a meaty, red fruit-driven red that delivers lingering notes of exotic spice, clove, cherry cola and roasted espresso bean. Nutmeg-like flavors appear in the mouth, followed by tight tannins and a rocksolid structure.",Silicata,39,90,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Fattoria Selvanova 2004 Silicata Aglianico (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-selvanova-2004-silicata-italian-red-aglianico-terre-volturno/,Aglianico,2004,Fattoria Selvanova
14,Red,Spain,"Young, dark and handsome, this is an example of what Jumilla can do when good grapes and winemaking come together. The palate is chewy and full of earthy blackberry flavors, while the finish is smooth, ripe and long. Drink now–2008. One of the best Jumillas you're likely to find.",,11,90,Levante,Jumilla,,Casa Castillo 2005 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-castillo-2005-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2005,Casa Castillo
14.5,Red,US,"Made in a classic SRH style, a vibrantly fruity, silky young Pinot, front-loaded for early drinking. Shows clean, brightly intense cherry, raspberry, rosehip tea, cola and Asian spicebox flavors, with a long, dry finish.",,45,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Prodigal 2005 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prodigal-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Prodigal
14.5,Red,Australia,"A super value from Charles Cimicky, the 2005 Piping Shrike is a dense, full-bodied example of Barossa Shiraz. Deep blueberry and plum fruit is accented by hints of vanilla, chocolate and coffee that linger on the long, drawn-out finish. Drink now–2012.",,19,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Piping Shrike 2005 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piping-shrike-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Piping Shrike
14.9,Red,US,"The grapes are from Atlas Peak; this may be the ripest Cab I've ever had from that mountain. It's rich and deep in blackberry, cherry, blueberry and chocolate pie filling, and is very soft and luscious. Complex now, it should hold for five to seven years.",,39,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cobblestone 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Cobblestone
14.2,Red,US,"A fairly tough wine in youth, although the fine '02 vintage brings a wealth of cherries, orange marmalade, gingersnap cookie and mocha cinnamon flavors, it's also a tannic wine, dry and acidic. But all indications are that it should cellar well. Best now, with decanting, and through 2012.",Encounter Proprietary Red Wine,65,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 2002 Encounter Proprietary Red Wine Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2002-encounter-proprietary-red-wine-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Gary Farrell
14.5,Red,Australia,"The Langhorne Creek region is becoming an interesting source for high-quality wines at reasonable prices. This 60-40 Shiraz-Cab blend features dark plum and cassis fruit flavors framed by oaky notes of toasted coconut and vanilla. It's lush and ultrasoft in the mouth, making it immediately accessible. Drink now–2008.",Bernoota,20,90,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Lake Breeze 2002 Bernoota Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-breeze-2002-bernoota-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Lake Breeze
14,Red,Italy,"The Sandrone is a great example of a modern Barbera: hefty black fruit, violets and smoked meats under a thin mantle of oak. Despite the exuberance of the fruit, the wine shows plenty of finesse, as it moves seamlessly through the palate to a medium finish.",,30,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Sandrone 2004  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2004-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2004,Sandrone
,Red,France,"Lots of meatiness and blood here, with tobacco and a strong olive, almost briny, note. Rather firm and austere, this gives the impression it could age further, yet never become lush or seductive, so go ahead and drink up.",Les Ruchets,,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 1991 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-1991-ruchets-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1991,Jean-Luc Colombo
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Heavier than in the past, with foresty aromas offset by oak-based bacon and vanilla notes. This ranks as a medium to big effort, and it comes with black cherry and dark plum flavors. But on the mid and back palate the wine falls off quickly, leaving little finish and some raisin.",,19,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Martino 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martino-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Martino
13,White,Chile,"Like with the Oops Carmenère/Merlot blend, this varietal bottling tells the story of how Carmenère was discovered in Chile. The wine, however, doesn't offer a whole lot. It's hard, rubbery and lightly baked, with grabby tannins supporting midland berry flavors.",,12,83,Central Valley,,,oops 2005 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oops-2005-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2005,oops
13,White,Chile,"The nose is more or less a junction of toasted corn and nuts, while the sweet palate deals pear, quince jelly, buttered nuts and vanilla. Quite sugary and basic in its approach.",Hacienda Araucano,11,83,Colchagua Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2006 Hacienda Araucano Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2006-hacienda-araucano-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,J. & F. Lurton
,Red,US,"This unusual blend of Zinfandel, Malbec and Petit Verdot delivers plenty of alcohol (15.3%) and a diffuse mix of fruit flavors that don't add up to much. There is no center or focus here; it's a fruity red with high heat and again some residual plastic/Band-Aid® flavor in the finish.",Workingman's Red,15,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2004 Workingman's Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2004-workingmans-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Kana
,Red,US,"Despite the ripeness (alcohol clocks in at 15.6%) this wine seems thin and unbalanced. The oak sticks out, and the tart fruit is overwhelmed by flavors of tar and rubber.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,29,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Kana 2004 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2004-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2004,Kana
12.5,Rose,US,"A Rhône-style blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Cinsault, this blush is clean and dry, but suffers from being way too thin. It's like water, with a splash of fruit juice.",Rose,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Radog 2005 Rose Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/radog-2005-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2005,Radog
13.5,Red,US,"Raw in acids, with modest cherry flavors and more unripe ones of wintergreen, this Pinot at least is clean and silky. But it's seriously overpriced.",,34,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2004 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ventana
14,Red,Chile,"A touch of vanilla cream mixes with a strong hit of bell pepper on the nose, and behind that there's red fruit that's pure and simple but very high in acid. In fact, this is an unusual Carmenère in that it's jousty and almost sour when most are heavier and softer.",Gran Reserva,14,83,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2005 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2005-gran-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2005,TerraNoble
13.5,Red,US,"Your basic California warm country Petite Sirah: soft, tannic, a little sweet in plumped raisins, and lusty. It's a wine to gulp with barbecue.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2003 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2003-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,EOS
14.9,Red,US,"Sweet, simple and raw in primary fruit acid, with ripely forward cherry and raspberry fruit. This is a decent country wine. Drink now.",Private Reserve,38,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2004 Private Reserve Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2004-private-reserve-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Dunning Vineyards
13.9,White,US,,,17,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Daydream 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daydream-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Daydream
13.9,White,US,"Gets the job done; a simple, easy wine, showing tons of ripe, candied peach, pineapple and cotton candy flavors. The finish is sugary.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chalone Vineyard 2005 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Chalone Vineyard
12,Red,US,"Buttery, spiced aromas mingled with berry start this Pinot from Finger Lakes producer Fulkerson. Cherry, plum and smoke are present on the palate, and the wine has a soft, elegant character, but the body is weak and watery. There's just not enough personality here to make an impact, despite the pleasant flavors.",,20,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fulkerson 2005 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2005-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2005,Fulkerson
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Plenty of oak, vanilla and creamy notes on the nose of this base-level Malbec. A rather acid-driven palate delivers raw but clean red-fruit flavors, but not much charm or body. Tangy and mildly sharp in the long run.",Reserva,12,83,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2004 Reserva Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2004-reserva-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2004,Finca Las Moras
13.5,Red,Canada,"This wine from Mission Hill in the Okanagan Valley has a spicy, gamy character on the nose—think plums and leather and the flavors are enjoyable, albeit a bit watery. Blackberry and chocolate mingled with spices would make more of an impact with more structure and a bolder array of fruit. Overall, the wine has pleasant flavors but needs more personality. Imported by Mark Anthony Wine Merchants.",S.L.C.,40,83,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Mission Hill 2003 S.L.C. Syrah (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-hill-2003-slc-shiraz-syrah-syrah-okanagan-valley/,Syrah,2003,Mission Hill
,White,US,"A nicely fruited, crisp wine that lots of people will like. But for me, it finishes way too sweet. Tastes like one or two teaspoons of white sugar were dissolved in the glass.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Stephen Vincent
14.4,Red,US,"Okay for everyday purposes, this Cab has well-ripened fruit flavors and an obvious coating of oak. It feels rustic, and finishes with a sugary swirl.",,21,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,St. Francis
14.2,White,US,"Apples, acidity and oak are what this is all about. Green apples, that is, baked into pie, and that includes the buttery, cinnamony, sugary pie crust. The acidity is amazing, but that may partly be due to the cool vintage. Classy, sleek Chard, with quite a bit of elegance.",,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Rochioli
14.5,Red,US,"A toughly tannic 100% Cab that is virtually undrinkable without cellaring. It locks the palate down into numbness, but the fundamentals are promising. With its deep, rich core of blackberry fruit and balanced structure, it should easily negotiate the next 10 years.",Karren Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Wellington 2003 Karren Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2003-karren-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Wellington
14,Red,Spain,"Complex, with all sorts of aromas, flavors and textures coming from every direction. The color is lighter and the feel more delicate than many; and the flavors are pure cherry and chocolate, while the finish is long, minty and echoing some of the barrels it once saw. Drink now–2008.",Vendimia Seleccionada,15,90,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Val de Los Frailes 2003 Vendimia Seleccionada Tinta Fina (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-los-frailes-2003-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-tinta-fina-cigales/,Tinta Fina,2003,Val de Los Frailes
14,Red,Italy,"How do you get Sangiovese to taste like this? Dense, unfiltered and concentrated, this is smoky, ripe and intense, with blackberry, pipe tobacco, charcoal, moist earth and a chewy, almost sticky, feel in the mouth. It sees 18 months in barrique and one year of bottle aging; made with the same Sangiovese clone that produces Brunello.",,29,90,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 2002 Sangiovese Grosso (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2002-sangiovese-grosso-val-cornia-suvereto/,Sangiovese Grosso,2002,Gualdo del Re
,Red,US,"Cuttings from the winery's Roosevelt vineyard were used to plant the Mount Richmond site in 1996. This is a tight, crisp, elegant wine. Aromas suggest coffee grounds, and the fruit is tart and compact—rhubarb and strawberry. But the wine has what the Brits call breed—a somewhat indefinable quality of finesse and elegance, and for a cooler site it has ripened sufficiently to warrant an excellent score.",Mount Richmond,38,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2005 Mount Richmond Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2005-mount-richmond-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Elk Cove
,Red,Italy,"This historic Sicilian estate presents its first vintage of its newest wine from the volcanic slopes of the Etna volcano. Indigenous grape Nerello Mascalese is blended with a touch of Merlot to achieve a medium-structured wine with delicate and refined aromas of blue flower, black stone, campfire, cherry and small forest berry. The wine is big in intensity and delicacy.",Vajasindi Làvico,15,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Duca di Salaparuta 2003 Vajasindi Làvico  (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2003-vajasindi-lavico-red-etna/,Red Blend,2003,Duca di Salaparuta
14.3,Red,US,"Right up there with Foley's clonal bottlings, this wine shows a classic Pinot profile. Exceptionally balanced and drinkable, it's a silky wine, instantly appealing for its delicate texture and pure flavors of cherries, cola, cloves, cinnamon and toasty oak. Drink now.",Rancho Santa Rosa,38,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Foley
,Red,US,"This is one of the best Rogue Valley Pinots I've ever tasted. Quite lovely right from the start, with scents of spicy berries and cherries. The fruit is clearly defined, and lit up with nuances of clove, cinnamon stick and sandalwood. Smooth and creamy in the mouth, with buttered nuts, mocha and caramel as it weaves its way down the throat. Tannins are smooth and supple, and everything is in proportion.",Skipper's Cuvée,28,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Dobbes Family Estate 2004 Skipper's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobbes-family-estate-2004-skippers-cuvee-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dobbes Family Estate
,Red,France,"From 35-year-old vines, Galichets is a richly dense wine, with big, open, red-fruit flavors balanced by solid tannins and velvet acidity. It is a wine designed to age, firm and dark to finish.",Galichets,20,90,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Domaine la Chevalerie 2004 Galichets Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalerie-2004-galichets-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Domaine la Chevalerie
,Red,France,"Initially, the tannins are very firm, closed, and the wine obviously needs aging or decanting. With time, you get the vibrant red fruits over the taste of young tannins. Better to give it 3–4 years.",,18,90,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine du Roncée 2005  Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roncee-2005-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Domaine du Roncée
13.5,White,US,"Here's a good, rich white Burgundy-inspired Chard, creamy in barrel-fermented vanilla custard and opulant lemon drop mousse, peach pie and smoky pie crust flavors. Balanced and dry, it's enriched with crisp, savory acidity.",El Jabali Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 El Jabali Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-el-jabali-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Alma Rosa
13.5,Red,US,"From Richard Sanford's new brand and vineyard comes this earthy, slightly rustic Pinot Noir. The flavors are of cranberries, cola, Portobello mushroom, green tea, pomegranates and chicory. Best 2008–2012.",La Encantada Vineyard,48,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Alma Rosa
13.5,Red,Italy,"You'll find pretty, feminine aromas here that fall within the realm of cherry blossom, vanilla bean and almond nut with a touch of chocolate fudge. The nose is very floral and fragrant, yet fresh red fruit makes a strong appearance in its flavor profile. A very well made wine, this Merlot has chewy tannins and a velvety texture.",Riserva Prestige Line,50,90,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Produttori Bolzano S. Maddalena/Gries 2003 Riserva Prestige Line Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-bolzano-s-maddalena-gries-2003-riserva-prestige-line-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2003,Cantina Produttori Bolzano S. Maddalena/Gries
,White,US,"A fine effort, rich, soft and buttery. The smooth, lush flavors—a mix of apple, white peach and buttered nuts—are elevated by crisp acids. The Dijon clones and extra bottle time have produced a Chardonnay that is at the top of its form, and outshines most of the California competition in this price range.",Estate Vineyard,22,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2003 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2003-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"Good winemaking is evident here. This is clean and fresh, with light, appealing flavors of berry, cola and chocolate-covered espresso bean. The wine has a smooth, silky texture, and feels substantial without being fat or hot. It is certainly ageworthy and it wouldn't surprise me if it lasted a decade or more. But tough to keep your hands off it right now.",,26,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2005 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2005-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Elk Cove
,Red,France,"A deliciously fruity wine, packed with red currants. The tannins lend a good texture, finished off with acidity. New wood dominates initially, but then the fruit piles in",La Marginale,40,90,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Domaine des Roches Neuves 2004 La Marginale  (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roches-neuves-2004-marginale-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Domaine des Roches Neuves
8,White,Germany,"Loosen hit a home run in 2005, nailing virtually every wine in his expansive portfolio. Floral, apple and citrus aromas give way to flavors of superripe apples and pears, lively tangerines, even a hint of strawberry. Acids are soft, making this luscious to drink young.",Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese,30,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
14.2,Red,US,"Showing its age, with the mouthfeel softening and the fruit slowly turning dry and brittle. But it's an interesting, complex wine, and the flavors, of Chinese black tea and cherry-teased cola, are classic older Pinot. Drink now.",Martin Vineyard,25,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Dalton 2003 Martin Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalton-2003-martin-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Dalton
13.6,Red,US,"Made in a slightly old-fashioned way, with real tannins of the dusty, dry kind and a rich earthy, mushroomy angle to the blackberry fruit, this is a friendlier food companion than some of those opulent Cabs from “the other side of the hill.”",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sausal
,White,US,"This fascinating white is two-thirds Chardonnay, but the rest is a beguiling blend of Pinot Blanc, Auxerois, Ehrenfelser, Scheurebe, Sylvaner and Ruhlander! Turns out the Alsatian vines were planted by the previous owner 20 years ago as personal vines for his own use. The wine is quite Euro in style, with a tangy, peppery flavor reminiscent of Grüner Veltliner. But along with the spice is some juicy, succulent green and yellow citrus fruit, with persistence and thrilling intensity. Editors' Choice.",Dewey Kelly Cuvée M,20,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge 2005 Dewey Kelly Cuvée M White (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ribbon-ridge-2005-dewey-kelly-cuvee-m-white-willamette-valley/,White Blend,2005,Ribbon Ridge
14,Red,Italy,"The least expensive of the Ratti Barolos tasted, it shows very well, with pretty aromas of plums, thyme and mushroom. Light bodied, it has enough structure and concentration to carry it, and the flavors of plum and thyme come through the palate to a soft, layered finish.",Marcenasco,47,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renato Ratti 2003 Marcenasco  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2003-marcenasco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Renato Ratti
14.8,Red,US,"The winery doesn't disclose the varietals in this wine, but it tastes like Cabernet and shows a fine, southern Napa structure. There's a cut of juicy acidity and dusting of thyme to the complex cassis, mocha and licorice flavors.",Bad Boy Red,29,90,California,Napa,Yountville,Rocca 2004 Bad Boy Red Red (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-2004-bad-boy-red-napa-yountville/,Red Blend,2004,Rocca
14.6,White,US,"A blend of the Foley and Sweeney vineyards, both of them top estates, this Chard has rich lemon drop and mineral flavors, with a subtle coat of toasty oak. It's crisp and clean and very fine.",,28,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2005 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Longoria
13.5,Red,US,"This Cab-based Bordeaux blend really surprised me. It's a welcome addition to the mid-priced Napa pantheon. Rich, soft and mouth-filling, it has blackberry and cherry pie filling, cocoa and sweet oak flavors that finish smooth and dry. Drink now–2009.",Cathedral Red Table Wine,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jana 2003 Cathedral Red Table Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jana-2003-cathedral-red-table-wine-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Jana
13.5,Red,US,"The '05 is less ripe and sharper in acidity than the ‘04. Still, it's a praiseworthy Pinot, rich in cherry, cola, coffee and pomegranate flavors accented by a crisp minerality. Do not be put off by the screwcap. The winery deserves great credit for taking this step.",La Encantada,49,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 La Encantada Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-encantada-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Alma Rosa
14.5,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied, mouthfilling Shiraz isn't as dense or rich as it could be, but is still a hedonistic wine that avoids going over the top. Subtle smoke, vanilla and spice notes mark the blueberry and blackberry fruit flavors, which linger elegantly on the finish.",Dragon,24,90,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2004 Dragon Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2004-dragon-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-frankland-river/,Shiraz,2004,Ferngrove
13,Red,Italy,"The overall intensity and concentration is nothing less than stratospheric and its aromatic profile reaches deep into the darkest and plushest of enological possibilities: Fudge, cinnamon, ginger, blackberry, espresso and vanilla come at you one thick layer after another.",Pesano,16,90,Central Italy,Umbria,,Falesco 2005 Pesano Merlot (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falesco-2005-pesano-merlot-umbria/,Merlot,2005,Falesco
,Red,France,"Edouard Pisani-Ferry has been one of the great producers of Saumur-Champigny over many years. This is a classic—ripe, but fresh red fruits, some soft tannins, a lightness and elegance. And at the end, there's a wonderful burst of smoky, perfumed flavors.",,,90,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Château de Targé 2005  Saumur-Champigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-targe-2005-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Château de Targé
15,Red,Australia,"This is a complex, dark-fruited wine that merits serious attention from consumers looking for a slightly different style of Australian Shiraz. Cedar and dark chocolate scents frame slightly herbal nuances, blackberry fruit and hints of leather and tree bark. The texture is ultrasmooth and silky, leading easily into a long, earthy finish. Drink now–2015.",,24,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2004 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2004,Cape Mentelle
,Red,France,"Only just in bottle, this wine needs time—Jacques Genet, the owner, suggest another 9–10 years, but 4–5 would be nearer the mark. A serious wine, as always with this cuvée from Joguet: dense, spicy, black currant flavored, with toast flavors showing to finish.",Les Varennes du Grand Clos,29,90,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2005 Les Varennes du Grand Clos  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2005-varennes-grand-clos-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Charles Joguet
14.2,Red,US,"Easily as good as the '03, this shows well-ripened cherry, cola, coffee and oak flavors, with a rich, kid leather quality and the fine, swift finish of expresso. Crafted from both the Napa and Sonoma sides of the appellation, it's a complex young Pinot that's showing really well now.",,28,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,MacRostie
14.3,Red,US,"Pommard is one of the old, pre-Dijon clones in California, and here, it yields a slightly rustic wine, with wild berry, pepper, rhubarb, coffee and earthy flavors, edged with new oak. It's dry and young now, but the fruity core is dramatically rich in cherries, and the acid-tannin balance is perfect. All it needs is two to five years to come around.",Rancho Santa Rosa Pommard Clone,45,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Foley
13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a wine that scores sky high in drinkability: It is a modern Merlot but avoids being big or brawny. In fact, its structure is just right—solid without being heavy—and the many delicate aromatic nuances are the finishing touches on a pretty picture. Look for forest berry fruit, light toast and loads of almond (refined in oak for 18 months).",Riserva Kastelaz,35,91,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2002 Riserva Kastelaz Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2002-riserva-kastelaz-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2002,Elena Walch
12.5,Dessert,US,"Shows that attractive apricot liqueur aroma that many late harvest whites have, and turns richly fruity and sweet in the mouth, with Bosc pear, wildflower honey, smoky caramel and vanilla flavors, wrapped in an unctuous texture. Crisp acidity balances and cleans.",Late Harvest,30,91,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2005 Late Harvest Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2005-late-harvest-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2005,Vino Con Brio
,White,US,"Nicely crafted, with the crisp, focused flavors of the Dijon clone. The wine opens prettily with fragrant aromas of citrus rind. It's concentrated and firm, a mix of lime, pineapple and citrus. French oak aged in a mix of neutral, used and new barrels, it wears its butterscotch lightly and goes out with a hint of resin. Very polished effort.",Dijon 76,26,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Carabella 2004 Dijon 76 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2004-dijon-76-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Carabella
14,Red,Italy,"Blackberry, cherry, moist earth and vanilla notes emerge from the nose of this Cab Sauvignon-Merlot-Petit Verdot blend. Modern and solid, pair it with grilled meat or hearty stew.",Arnione,47,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Campo alla Sughera 2003 Arnione  (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-alla-sughera-2003-arnione-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2003,Campo alla Sughera
14.3,Red,US,"A Merlot-based Bordeaux blend, this stylish wine shows Howell Mountain's ability to craft a big, dense wine, but the tannins are soft and lush enough to drink now. Cab Sauvignon adds depth, while Cab Franc brings a cherry candy deliciousness. It's beautiful now, and should hang in there for five to seven years.",Claret Red Wine,34,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Bravante 2003 Claret Red Wine Red (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravante-2003-claret-red-wine-napa-howell-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Bravante
14.8,White,US,"Made by Michael Terrien, the winemaker at Hanzell, this is a vivid interpretation of a Carneros Chard. It's bone-dry, crisp in acids, and has an earthy, dried herb edge to the citrus, green apple, white peach and spicy oak flavors, with a mineral, wet stone quality. Finishes balanced and elegantly complex. Editors' Choice.",Poseidon's Vineyard,22,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Molnar Family 2005 Poseidon's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molnar-family-2005-poseidons-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Molnar Family
14.6,Red,US,"This is lusher, silkier and more immediately appealing than the winery's '04 bottling, but no less complex. It's a Pinot to drink now for its cascades of jammy cherry, raspberry and mocha fruit, but is so classically balanced in firm tannins and crisp acidity that it should ride out the next six to eight years, gradually fading away.",Babcock Vineyard,45,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kenneth-Crawford 2005 Babcock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-crawford-2005-babcock-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kenneth-Crawford
,Red,US,"Wow. This enormously aromatic wine explodes with the most inviting raspberry, cherry, gingerbread and cinnamon-spicebox notes. It tastes as rich as it smells, with rum punch, cola, tangerine, cherry and cinnamon stick flavors. For all the richness, the wine is dry and silkily complex.",Ashley's Vineyard,45,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Tantara 2005 Ashley's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2005-ashleys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Tantara
13.5,Red,Italy,"An outstanding Merlot with notes of blueberry, red fruit and light vanilla bean. It also has a touch of leather and tobacco, which add personality. The wine is solid in the mouth with a medium build, finesse and long persistency on the finish.",Riserva Kastelaz,35,91,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2003 Riserva Kastelaz Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2003-riserva-kastelaz-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2003,Elena Walch
,Red,France,"Why 19 heures (7 p.m.)? Because that's apéritif time—why else? Velvet smooth, this is a rich offering from a warm vintage. It is succulent and balanced, with some wood and very ripe, juicy fruit.",19 Heures,,91,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Domaine de la Chevalerie 2003 19 Heures Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-chevalerie-2003-19-heures-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Domaine de la Chevalerie
14.3,White,US,"With its array of ripe peach, lemon drop, guava and nectarine fruit and bright acidity, this Chard's complexity is boosted by fine new oak and a steely minerality that makes the wine clean and vibrant. It's balanced, elegant and  enjoyable to drink. Best now–2007.",Estate,40,91,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2004 Estate Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2004-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2004,Chalk Hill
14.3,Red,Italy,"Truly wonderful, with a creamy, smooth texture and lavish notes of ripe blackberry, chocolate fudge, cedar and smoke that grow in intensity and succulence as it warms. Exciting and vibrant in the mouth, with an excellent, firm structure, elegance and a polished quality throughout.",Focus Merlot Zuc di Volpe,38,91,,Venezia Giulia,,Volpe Pasini 2004 Focus Merlot Zuc di Volpe Merlot (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2004-focus-merlot-zuc-venezia-giulia/,Merlot,2004,Volpe Pasini
14.7,Red,US,"It's so rewarding to find a Cabernet this balanced from Paso, where ripeness is easy but elegance is hard. With a wealth of blackberry and cherry pie filling and mocha flavors finished with a coating of spicy oak, it's soft and gentle.",Parrish Vineyards,44,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Skyhawk Lane 2004 Parrish Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skyhawk-lane-2004-parrish-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Skyhawk Lane
14,Red,Italy,"While the Ratti is currently a little disjointed, the elements are all there; will make a lovely bottle of wine in five years or so. Built on a large scale, great concentration, plenty of fruit, roses and smoked meat. A long, easy finish.",Marcenasco,47,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renato Ratti 2001 Marcenasco  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2001-marcenasco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Renato Ratti
14.5,Red,Italy,"You may pick up slightly musty notes but they happily add to the wine's complexity. Espresso bean, blackberry, resin, toast and balsamic vinegar come to mind and the wine delivers power in the mouth boosted by nicely etched tannins.",Castello del Terriccio,118,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2001 Castello del Terriccio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2001-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2001,Castello del Terriccio
14.8,Red,US,"So tannic, it's hard to drink now, with the way it puckers the palate. So will it age? One hundred percent Cab, it's balanced and dry, with flashy oak and a good depth of cassis, orange marmalade and roasted coffee bean. Delicious and complex, but those tannins really stick out. Best 2007–2012. Cellar Selection.",Monitor Ledge Vineyard,95,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2003 Monitor Ledge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2003-monitor-ledge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Duckhorn
,Red,France,"With Thomas and Denise Gambier taking over from father Paul, this Gambier family estate is moving upwards. The style—as with this wine—is firm, tannic, solid and intense. The black fruits are subdued at this stage by the dry tannins and the wine needs at least two years to evolve.",,19,91,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Domaine des Ouches 2005 Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ouches-2005-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Domaine des Ouches
,Red,France,"No, there are no dogs involved in this, apart from the label picture. The name comes from the parcel of hillside vines. It's a soft, ripe and rich wine, a veritable velvet parcel, all fine tannins and richness, along with fresh acidity. Give this wine two years before drinking.",Les Chiens-Chiens,16,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine de la Noblaie 2003 Les Chiens-Chiens  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-noblaie-2003-chiens-chiens-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Domaine de la Noblaie
,Red,France,"One of the top wines from Charles Joguet, this is in the style that has made the reputation of this estate. It is beautifully perfumed, a rich, sweet, densely textured wine that revels in its black fruits, polished by aging in older wood barrels. At the end, the dryness promises several years aging.",Clos de la Dioterie,37,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2004 Clos de la Dioterie  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2004-clos-dioterie-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Charles Joguet
15.1,Red,US,"This Pinot shows a gamy, truffly aroma that may come from the Pommard clone, although Dijons add their usual fresh cherries and raspberries. There's a chewy bunch of Provençal herbs somewhere in there, too. B-C uses stems in the fermentation, which makes for an earthier, or “grounded” wine, in Steve Clifton's words, and one he believes will age.",Ashley's,48,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2005 Ashley's Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2005-ashleys-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Brewer-Clifton
,Red,US,"The Freedom Hill is once again the most tannic wine in the Ken Wright lineup, even in a vintage that showcases finesse and lightness. Less aromatic than most of the others, this is scented with earth and coffee grounds, and the full-flavored fruit is gutsy and thick. Just the barest hint of volatility strikes the nose, but it has been nicely managed and contained.",Freedom Hill,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2005 Freedom Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2005-freedom-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ken Wright
,Red,US,"Ribbon Ridge is the name of the winery, the vineyard and the AVA—one of a half dozen new sub-appellations recently defined in the Willamette Valley. The vineyard was recently planted (1991) but is already delivering thrilling fruit, scented with cherry liqueur, cola syrup, vanilla bean and cocoa. I love the intensity and focus, which conserves the fruit character and does not become heavy or thick. Beautifully structured with acid, spice, confectionery notes and a long, silky finish.",,32,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Ribbon Ridge 2004 Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ribbon-ridge-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ribbon Ridge
,Red,US,"This concentrated, stiff young wine is scented strongly with herb and earth. The fruit is packed tight, and flavors show as much spice and herb as they do sweet fruit. Dense and unyielding, it suggests more than shows its textural complexity at the moment. Give this a lot of breathing time.",Cote Est,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Le Cadeau 2004 Cote Est Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2004-cote-est-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Le Cadeau
14.2,Red,US,"Classic Cabernet character from this St. Helena wine, which contains small amounts of Cab Franc and Petite Verdot. Opens with a splashy burst of black currants, spicy cherry liqueur, charry cedar and new oak and turns elegant and complex in the mouth. Polished, delicate structure, with a round, supple feel. Finishes dry and long. Drink now–2015.",,75,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Anomaly 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anomaly-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Anomaly
14,Red,Italy,"Inky, modern and deeply concentrated, this is a bruiser; delivers lavish notes of blueberry preserves, plum, prunes, pipe tobacco, smoked bacon and cigar box. Game meat or duck will enhance the dusty tannins and creamy mouthfeel.",Federico Primo,36,91,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 2003 Federico Primo Cabernet Sauvignon (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2003-federico-primo-cabernet-sauvignon-val-cornia-suvereto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Gualdo del Re
14.5,Red,Australia,"A gorgeous example of Shiraz from Margaret River, the 2004 Leston bottling is big without being bulky, soft without being flabby. It's generously endowed with cassis and cherry fruit, seamlessly integrated with notes of vanilla, tobacco and dried spices. Drink now–2015.",Leston,20,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Howard Park 2004 Leston Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2004-leston-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2004,Howard Park
13.9,Red,US,"Lots going on in this dry, young Pinot. Shows classic cool-climate, RRV character, with a pale color, delicately silky mouthfeel, and powerful cherry, cola, pomegranate, rhubarb, licorice and smoky oak flavors. A lovely wine; should develop over the next six years.",,32,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hawley 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Hawley
14.1,Red,US,"An opulent Pinot, and despite the volume, it never loses elegance. Rich in cherry pie, cola, pomegranate and oak flavors, backed up by firm tannins and acids, it's ripe to the point of supermaturity, with an edge of raisins. Should develop well over five years.",Allen Vineyard Hillside Blocks,60,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Allen Vineyard Hillside Blocks Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-allen-vineyard-hillside-blocks-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gary Farrell
,Red,US,"Rideau has crafted a very fine Pinot Noir. Bright and polished in cherry, raspberry and spice flavors, it has a darker, earthier note of carob and plum skin tannins. Really impressive; a complex, layered wine.",Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 115,42,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Rideau 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-clone-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Rideau
14.3,Red,US,"I like this 100% Cab a lot for its distinguished mouthfeel. Classy and refined, with the balance of a great wine region. The grapes come from the winery's vineyards across the valley, and show the blender's art in the refined tannins and seamless integration of fruit and oak. Deeply flavored, it will hold for a decade. Available only through the winery's Wine Club.",Club Selection,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2003 Club Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2003-club-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Flora Springs
13.8,White,US,"This Merlot-based blend, with equal parts of the two Cabs, is soft and luscious. It has dramatically ripe cherry and blackberry fruit, with a chocolaty edge, yet never loses balance and harmony. Best now—2012.",Meritage,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Casa Nuestra 2004 Meritage Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-nuestra-2004-meritage-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Casa Nuestra
14.2,Red,US,"Carneros Pinot near its best. Crisply soft and balanced, it's simply delicious; a silky, velvety wine with a mouth-watering wealth of cherry pie filling, cola, mocha, cinnamon spice and toasty oak flavors that go on and on, and finish long and intense. Best now–2008.",Martin Vineyard,25,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Dalton 2004 Martin Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalton-2004-martin-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dalton
,Red,France,"Jacques Genet, at the head of the Charles Joguet domaine since its eponymous founder retired, can make magnificent Chinon, as this example demonstrates. This is a great, dense and elegant wine. It has an impressive structure, allied to those great red Loire fruit flavors, along with a smoky aftertaste.",Clos du Chêne Vert,37,92,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2004 Clos du Chêne Vert  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2004-clos-chene-vert-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Charles Joguet
14,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe, deeply concentrated and solid wine that boasts cherries under spirit, plum preserves, humus, tobacco and tea leaf. So thick, it's almost syrupy: this is a powerhouse wine.",Barrua,50,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Agricola Punica 2002 Barrua Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-punica-2002-barrua-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2002,Agricola Punica
14.5,Red,US,"This is really a first-class Cabernet showing not only the beauty of the vintage but the blender's craft. Drinkable now for its finely grained tannins and refined black currant and cassis flavors, it has the dry balance for the cellar. Elegant and sophisticated, it's best now through 2008.",Reserve,45,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Benziger
14.1,Red,US,"The proprietary name refers to the three major Bordeaux varieties in the blend. Cab Sauvignon gives rich color and a pronounced cassis scent. Merlot adds softness, while a dash of Cab Franc brings red cherries and silk. A rich, dramatically layered wine that's still young and fresh, and has the legs for another decade, at least.",Trifecta,28,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2001 Trifecta Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2001-trifecta-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Beaucanon
,Red,US,"Violets, sweet candy and Dr. Pepper scents rise from the glass, followed by full, confident fruit flavors, like a bowl of ripe cherries. The vineyard owners spend half the year in New Zealand, where they manage a similar vineyard; this could well pass for a kiwi-style Pinot with its lush, forward, fruit punch style.",McCrone,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2005 McCrone Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2005-mccrone-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ken Wright
,Red,France,"From 40-year-old Cabernet Franc vines, this impressive wine rolls around the mouth. There is a touch of mint and spicy wood that coat the core of intense black fruits and rich tannins. Big and fruity, but with its tannins, this is likely to age well.",Les Quartiers,,92,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Yannick Amirault 2005 Les Quartiers Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yannick-amirault-2005-quartiers-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Yannick Amirault
14,Red,Italy,"From Frescobaldi's Castelgiocondo vineyard in Montalcino, here is an intriguing and seductive Merlot with forest fruit, menthol notes and beautifully integrated exotic spice. Its standout qualities are elegance, succulence and careful fruit extraction. Yet this is a powerful wine with firm tannins and structure: Drink after 2008.",Lamaione,75,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2003 Lamaione Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2003-lamaione-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2003,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
14.8,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a beautifully structured, opulent red wine, rich in blackberry, cherry, rum, chocolate and coffee flavors. It shows the firm tannins and clean acids of a young wine, and while it will be beautiful with a grilled steak now, it has the stuffing to last for 10 years.",Seduction,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,O'Brien 2004 Seduction Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obrien-2004-seduction-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,O'Brien
,Red,France,"Toastier, with cedary components and dark flavors of espresso and black olive. This is very firm, dense and muscular—the essence of concentrated Cornas opening with air to show more floral notes. Hold 10 years or more.",Les Ruchets,88,92,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2004 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2004-ruchets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2004,Jean-Luc Colombo
,Red,France,"Strongly ferrous and minerally, with blackberry and blueberry fruit. There's no evidence of the fragility of some 2004 northern Rhônes. This is rich, concentrated and meaty, yet creamy, with supple tannins. Very flattering, with a long finish. This should age well.",La Louvée,88,92,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2004 La Louvée  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2004-louvee-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Jean-Luc Colombo
14.5,Red,US,"This is an opulently layered wine, with vibrantly pure fruit grounded with a touch of sage and sweet thyme. Beautifully balanced and elegant now, it should continue to evolve over the next six to eight years.",Reserve,38,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Rusack 2005 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2005-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Rusack
14,Red,Australia,"Dense, rich and chewy, this is a relative bargain in the rapidly escalating world of Australian Shiraz. Pungent espresso, black pepper and blackberry aromas are backed by flavors that veer ever so slightly toward dried fruits and earth. Long and supple on the finish, filled with dusty tannins, exotic spice and echoes of fruit. Drink now–2012.",Foundation,35,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 2001 Foundation Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2001-foundation-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2001,Tatachilla
13.5,Red,US,"There's a nice classic structure to this dry wine, but it's pretty much in lockdown tannin mode now. However, underneath those tannins is a solid core of blackberries and sweet cassis, and one of these days, when the wine has been aged and decanted to rid it of sediment, the sweetness should be gorgeous. Drink 2010–2016.",Estate,55,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Reverie
13.7,Red,US,"What a beautiful translucent ruby color, so clean and pure! The wine itself is direct in raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, but it's not simple. Shows layers of spice, leather, Provençal herbs and fine oak, with a silky mouthfeel. A real sommeliers' wine, it's a blend of Longoria's Fe Ciega vineyard and the Foley estate.",,32,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2005 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Longoria
13.5,Red,Italy,"The first thing you'll notice here is the outstanding quality of this wine (forget talk of 2003 being a difficult vintage). Thick and lush, notes of blackberry, blueberry, cherry and chocolate abound, but so does Mediterranean sage and herb that adds dimension and complexity. Fabulously taut and firm: drink after 2010.",Guado al Tasso,80,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Marchesi Antinori 2003 Guado al Tasso  (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2003-guado-al-tasso-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Marchesi Antinori
13.8,Red,US,"Rich and balanced, made from the winery's estate in St. Helena. It's not your typically super ripe, opulent Napa Cab, but an elegant, almost understated wine, designed for the table. Dry, with herb-infused blackberry fruit, this 100% Cab has 50% new oak, which adds a toasty edge. Drink now through 2014.",,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Casa Nuestra 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-nuestra-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Casa Nuestra
13.8,Red,US,"Cab Franc should be lighter in structure and body than Cab Sauvignon, and this wine succeeds perfectly. It's very dry, with finely ripe, dusty tannins, and offers a wealth of cherry and herb flavors that finish long and complex. Could even pick up additional nuance with five or six years in the bottle.",,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Casa Nuestra 2004 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-nuestra-2004-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Casa Nuestra
14.5,Red,US,"As always, Duckhorn's Cab this year is a very tannic wine. But it's a very fine wine, packed with ripe black currant and cassis fruit, and coated with spicy, toasty oak. This firm wine needs long decanting, and should develop well through 2012 or so. Cellar Selection.",,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-65860/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Duckhorn
,Red,France,"Bernard Baudry is among the very best producers in Chinon, conjuring rich wines from his vineyards at Sonnay, just east of Chinon. Les Grézeaux is testimony to the power of his wines: full of intensely rich, smoky fruits and dark plums, the tannins are solid, promising at least 3–4 years'aging.",Les Grézeaux,,92,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Bernard Baudry 2005 Les Grézeaux  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-baudry-2005-grezeaux-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Bernard Baudry
,Red,France,"This wine, the basic Saumur-Champigny from the estate is rich and velvet smooth; a mix of dense, dusty tannins and ripe black fruits, with a touch of wood.",,,92,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Château de Villeneuve 2005  Saumur-Champigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-villeneuve-2005-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Château de Villeneuve
,Red,US,"Even though this is really good now, it's an ager. It has that raw grapesap, acidic, too-young quality that makes it mere potential. But what potential! With loads of cherries and black raspberries, terrific balance and dryness, and a gorgeously silky texture, it should open by mid-2007 and drink well through 2010.",Estate,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2003 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2003-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2003,Mount Eden Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"This Cab, with a little Cab Franc and Merlot, is more accessible than Duckhorn's other '03 single vineyard Cabs, but it's still tough in sticky, sandpapery tannins. But there's some lovely cherry, tangerine custard, blueberry and gingerbread fruit flavor, and the wine should be perfect with a grilled steak.",Patzimaro Vineyard,95,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2003 Patzimaro Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2003-patzimaro-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Duckhorn
14.9,Red,US,"I have never had a Wurtele Cab that was anything less than classic, and this '03 is right up there. It's reminiscent of the 2000, a gorgeously structured, softly complex wine brimming with black currant, black cherry, cola and new oak flavors wrapped in near-perfect Napa tannins. Not a longterm ager, but lovely now–2010.",Wurtele Vineyard,55,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2003 Wurtele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2003-wurtele-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Terra Valentine
14.2,Red,US,"Young and slightly gawky now in adolescent immaturity, with jammy blackberry, violet and carob flavors, this tannic, single-vineyard Syrah isn't ready yet. But it's so classically proportioned, balanced and refined, it's a natural for mid-term aging. Shold start to soften by late 2007 and develop for another six to eight years.",Turner Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kenneth-Crawford 2005 Turner Vineyard Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-crawford-2005-turner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2005,Kenneth-Crawford
,Red,US,"This vineyard is a neighbor of Domaine Drouhin, and its flavors suggest the same fragrant, almost delicate qualities. The vines are on their own rootstock, and the perfumed blue fruits carry whiffs of spice and confectionary candy. It's a very pretty Pinot, textural, supple and tart. The firm acids that carry through the finish promise a long life ahead.",Nysa,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Ken Wright 2005 Nysa Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2005-nysa-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ken Wright
13.8,Red,US,"Shows typical Diamond Mountain youthful tannins that are tough and hard, and in this good vintage a dense, vibrant core of cassis and cherry fruit that's jamlike in its richness. Very dry, the wine will benefit from decanting, but it really wants fairly extended cellaring. Hold until 2009, then drink through 2015.",Special Reserve,75,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2003 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2003-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Reverie
14,Red,Italy,"The most structured of the Ratti wines, this begins with the heady perfume of jasmine, roses and plums. On the palate, the heavy structure is balanced by the fruit, as well as more traditional flavors of tar and roses; medium-long finish. A really lovely wine in what has proved to be a patchy vintage; needs a good five years of cellaring.",Rocche Marcenasco,73,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renato Ratti 2003 Rocche Marcenasco  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2003-rocche-marcenasco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Renato Ratti
9,White,Germany,"A rich and exotic spätlese, with honeyed fruit that even contains a hint of apricot to go with the apple, melon and citrus flavors. Rather full-bodied (9% alcohol) and sweet, but remarkably finesse-filled as well, finishing long. Imported by HB Wine Merchants.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese,30,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2005 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2005-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,St. Urbans-Hof
14.5,Red,US,"Soft, rich and ripe, this is one of those Cabernets that feels dramatic in the mouth. Partly it's the fruit; complex in cherries, blackberries, mocha and rum and cola. Partly it's the oak and partly it's the fabulous balance of rich, sweet tannins and acidity. Put it all together, and it's irresistible. Best now–2010.",,66,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Pride Mountain
14.5,Red,Australia,"The 2004 Parsons Vineyard Shiraz starts off a bit unflattering, but with vigorous decanting a swan emerges. Subtle toasted oak and vanilla notes, complex floral scents and bold blackberry fruit all combine in a creamy, rich, dense wine with plenty of character. Picks up more complexity on the finish, adding hints of chocolate, coffee and spice. Drink now–2015.",Parsons Vineyard,35,92,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Peter Howland 2004 Parsons Vineyard Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-howland-2004-parsons-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-frankland-river/,Shiraz,2004,Peter Howland
14.3,Red,US,"In a lineup of 2005 Pinots, this was among the most Burgundian in the mushrooms, sweet kid leather, forest floor and mulch aromas, although it also offers scads of jammy ripe cherry and raspberry fruit. The vineyard is in the heart of the 246 corridor, between Melville and Babcock.",Turner Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kenneth-Crawford 2005 Turner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-crawford-2005-turner-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kenneth-Crawford
14.5,Red,Australia,"An outstanding value, this wine bursts from the glass with spice, herb and brambly shadings that are nicely complex and true to the grape variety. It's not just a fruit-filled wine, but one that offers a panopoly of briary, brambly fruit alongside plenty of spice and a meaty, sauvage component. It's round and lush in the mouth, finishing spicy and long, with mouthwatering persistence. Drink now–2012.",Hanenhof,20,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Haan 2004 Hanenhof Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haan-2004-hanenhof-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Haan
14,Red,US,"Of the scores of Pinots I tasted during my last trip to this region, this was the most exotic yet puzzling one. It's quite pale in color, with a ruby-orange hue, and has a baked fruit, yeast and spice aroma not unlike Madeira. Very delicate and silky in the mouth, it nonetheless bursts with intense cherry and raspberry parfait, tangerine zest, orange Pekoe tea, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors. Something about it reminds me of certain great Burgundies, yet its future is unknown.",Santa Rita Creek Vineyard,75,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gypsy Canyon 2005 Santa Rita Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gypsy-canyon-2005-santa-rita-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Gypsy Canyon
17,Dessert,US,"This is a rich, hedonistically enjoyable wine, made from the Mission grape planted by the Spanish missionaries. It's very sweet and decadent, with tangerine, pineapple and apricot-infused crème brülée flavors and a generous coating of spice that finishes in a honey-rich mouthfeel. Whether it's worth the Sauternes-level price is up to you.",Dona Marcelina's Vineyard Ancient Vine Angelica,120,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gypsy Canyon 2004 Dona Marcelina's Vineyard Ancient Vine Angelica White (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gypsy-canyon-2004-dona-marcelinas-vineyard-ancient-vine-angelica-white-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,White Blend,2004,Gypsy Canyon
,Red,France,"From one of the hottest (chaudes) parts of the Roches Neuves vineyard, this wine shows great structure and a density of fruit flavors, packed with spice and rich tannins. It is a powerful wine, many miles away from the lightweight Saumur-Champigny of tradition.",Terres Chaudes,28,92,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Domaine des Roches Neuves 2005 Terres Chaudes  (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roches-neuves-2005-terres-chaudes-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Domaine des Roches Neuves
14.6,Red,US,"The winery has made a name for itself with fresh, young Cabs that are rich and balanced and ageable. The '03 shows tough tannins framing blackberry, cherry, cola and oak flavors, and is thoroughly dry. Should develop well over the next 10 years.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brookdale Vineyards 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brookdale-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Brookdale Vineyards
15,Red,Australia,"Crafted by winemaker by Reid Bosward (of Kaesler) and sourced from importer This well-endowed Shiraz should impress novices and connoissieurs alike. Despite 15% alcohol, there's no sensation of untoward heat, just waves of amazingly pure blueberry and blackberry fruit, capably framed by vanilla and baking spices. It's creamy and lush in the mouth, and finishes long, echoing with fruit and spice. Drink now–2013.",Fastback,30,93,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Slipstream 2005 Fastback Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/slipstream-2005-fastback-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,Slipstream
14.2,Red,US,"Great Cab, but even at four-plus years, it's young and dry, with gritty Atlas Peak tannins, so cellar it for four or five years and let it soften. Shows ripe blackberry, cassis and blueberry flavors, with a rich, spicy coating of new oak, and finishes thoroughly dry. Should develop for a decade and hold for another 10 years.",Arcturus,39,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Astrale e Terra 2002 Arcturus Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrale-e-terra-2002-arcturus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Astrale e Terra
14.2,Red,US,"A very fine wine that shows the ability of warmish Santa Ynez to ripen the variety, while still preserving vital acidity and that classic, Northern Rhône peppery note. It's a dark, full-bodied wine that contains a drop of Petite Sirah, and while it's tannic and young, it's delicious now. Perfect with grilled meats.",Estate,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Bridlewood 2003 Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2003-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2003,Bridlewood
18,Dessert,US,"Really nice California Port-style wine, rich and very sweet, soft and complex, and so easy to drink now. It's a lighter-bodied style, where the tannins don't get in the way, and the milk chocolate, cassis, root beer, cola, caramel, licorice and spicy vanilla flavors are simply delicious.",Oldie But Goodie Tawny Port,70,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2000 Oldie But Goodie Tawny Port Port (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2000-oldie-but-goodie-tawny-port-port-blend-port-central-coast-paso-robles/,Port,2000,Hunt Cellars
,Red,France,"One of Baudry's top wines, Le Clos Guillot is made from ungrafted vines, which seems to give an extra intensity to the fruit, as well as power to the tannins. The fruit and the tannins are dense, solid, intense and complex. This is a ripe, spice- and red fruit-flavored wine, certainly a wine for aging—up to 10 years, maybe more.",Le Clos Guillot,,93,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Bernard Baudry 2005 Le Clos Guillot  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-baudry-2005-le-clos-guillot-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Bernard Baudry
16.4,White,US,"From some of the oldest Chard vines in the area comes this dramatically rich wine. Bursting with lemon drop, Meyer lemon mousse, peach pulp and toasty new oak, this is a very ripe wine whose high alcohol, 16.4%, shows only as a dusting of white pepper and spicy clove that makes the finish piquant.",Sweeney Canyon,56,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2005 Sweeney Canyon Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2005-sweeney-canyon-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Brewer-Clifton
15.4,White,US,"This Chard shows the immaculate purity of SRH Chard, that intensely pure lemon drop and pineapple taste, while oak adds exotic layers of custard and buttercream. High acidity adds the perfect finishing touch, making all this richness bright.",Mt. Carmel,52,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2005 Mt. Carmel Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2005-mt-carmel-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Brewer-Clifton
15.5,Red,US,"This is among my favorites of the '05 B-C Pinots. The stems make the wine earthier and more tannic than most other SRH Pinot Noirs, in a way, more old-fashioned. The wine needs time, but the massive heart of cola, black cherry, plum and coffee flavors, not to mention the brisk acidity, suggests greater drinkability by 2008. This is a classy, exotic and complex young wine.",Cargasacchi,56,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2005 Cargasacchi Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2005-cargasacchi-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Brewer-Clifton
,Red,US,"It's herbal, spicy, slightly animal and scented with rosemary. As with so many of these '05 Ken Wright Pinots, it is beautifully balanced and elegant, and this, more than any other, could pass for premier cru Burgundy.",Savoya,50,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Ken Wright 2005 Savoya Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2005-savoya-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ken Wright
15,Red,US,"Justin proves that Bordeaux can succeed in western Paso Robles, but interestingly, the wine is Cab Franc and Merlot, with no Sauvignon. Both varieties do well in cooler areas, and this wine does have good acidity and a rich earthiness suggesting butter-sauteed mushrooms with a splash of soy. An interesting, complex wine; a natural beauty to pair with food.",Justification,42,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2004 Justification Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2004-justification-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Justin
14.5,Red,Australia,"A marvelous effort, this features a gorgeously seductive bouquet of herbs, spice, blueberries and stone fruit, all framed by a touch of cedary oak. In the mouth, it's creamy and lush, but well-structured, ending with a dose of dusty tannins and an extra blast of fruit. Has it all: ample complexity, intensity and length, with its components in finely judged balance for aging through 2015.",Mount Edelstone Vineyard,100,93,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Henschke 2003 Mount Edelstone Vineyard Shiraz (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2003-mount-edelstone-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-eden-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Henschke
14.7,Red,US,"Sea Smoke is one of those wineries that sells out immediately and hits the secondary market at astronomical prices, with good reason. The wine is as fine as coastal California Pinot gets, with ripe cherry pie, cola and chocolate macaroon flavors that are captivating in their youthful ebulience. With fine, ripe tannins and mouthwatering cool-climate acidity, this is elegantly balanced, and will hold for a good six years.",Southing,50,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sea Smoke 2004 Southing Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-smoke-2004-southing-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sea Smoke
14,Red,Italy,"Gorgeous, elegant, deeply layered and full of nuances, this delivers cherry candy, espresso and toasted notes with a refined herbal edge. Tones of rosemary, sage and thyme are weaved in with a careful touch and appear only in the background as a delicious afterthought. Dusty tannins and a firm consistency mean this wine will age well for years to come.",L'Apparita,150,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 2001 L'Apparita Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2001-lapparita-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2001,Castello di Ama
13,Dessert,Spain,"Hand's down, the best of Jorge Ordoñez's dessert-styled Moscatels is the Victoria. It's floral and piercing on the nose, while the palate is ripe and smooth, with honeyed mango and pineapple flavors. Balanced like a gymnast on the beam, this sweetie is textured, rich and also a little bit racy.",Victoria,44,93,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2004 Victoria Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2004-victoria-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2004,Jorge Ordóñez & Co.
14.8,Red,US,"This bottle is absolutely delicious now, with a silky texture that's so rich in cherries, raspberries, pomegranates, cola and all kinds of Asian spices, but will undoubtedly gain complexity with as long as eight years after release.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,56,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Testarossa 2005 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2005-sanford-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Testarossa
,Red,US,"The vineyard, also the source of a Brewer-Clifton bottling, is a top one, and here has produced a luscious wine in this long hangtime vintage. Pinot doesn't get much riper in cherry marmalade, black raspberry and blueberry jam, cola and pomegranate than this and there's a rich, blackstrap molasses undercurrent. For all that, the wine finishes briny-spicy. Has the depth and acid-tannin balance to age gracefully through 2012.",Estate,38,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Huber 2005 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2005-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Huber
14.3,Red,US,"Call it Burgundian, with its feral leather and mushroom edge to the well-ripened cherries. A big wine, penetrating in cherry, with an enormously complicated finish of cola and spicebox. But it's young, with fresh acids and primary fruit tang. Give this classy wine some time. Best 2008–2012.",Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 115,45,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-clone-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Foley
13.3,White,US,"The wine is amazing, although if you don't like Chenin Blanc, it's not for you. It's high in acid, almost sour, which makes it a beautiful wine for food, a connoisseur's wine, a sommelier's dream. The flavors run toward lemon drop, wild flowers and elemental things like wax and steel. Should do all sorts of interesting things as it ages. Editors' Choice.",Old Vines Home Vineyard Dry,24,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Casa Nuestra 2005 Old Vines Home Vineyard Dry Chenin Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-nuestra-2005-old-vines-home-vineyard-dry-chenin-blanc-napa-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Casa Nuestra
,Red,France,"This is Amirault's top wine from St-Nicolas. For an appellation normally seen as making light wines, this is stunning. There are dense, dusty tannins, layers of blackberry jelly flavors and rich wood tastes that balance with the fruit.",Les Malgagnes,,93,Loire Valley,Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,,Yannick Amirault 2005 Les Malgagnes  (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yannick-amirault-2005-malgagnes-cabernet-franc-saint-nicolas-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Yannick Amirault
13.3,White,US,"The vineyard is the farthest west in the appellation, and the resulting wine is a high-acid thriller. It's 100% barrel fermented, the wine has Meyer lemon, crème brûlée and char flavors, backed by a firm minerality. Sleek and refined, this is the winery's first-ever Chard, and one to watch.",Gaia Vineyard,27,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Demetria 2005 Gaia Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2005-gaia-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Demetria
,Red,US,"Lush and elegant, showing its mountain origins in the dusty tannins. A really  beautiful wine, with perfectly ripened blackberry, plum, cola, coffee and spicy oak flavors, and those tannins are rich, ripe and refined. Buy by the case, then open one bottle a year as it slowly evolves.",Reserve,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ranch 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Martin Ranch
13.6,Red,US,"Made from the Pommard clone grown at the Foley estate vineyard, near the eastern edge of the appellation, this Pinot is tremendously aromatic. It's slightly rustic and backward now, with rhubarb, mushroom, cherry jam and Asian spice flavors. Shows gobs of complexity and is rich and balanced, but will benefit from short-term aging. Give it four years in the bottle.",Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard,45,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Longoria
,Red,US,"This is the sort of Pinot that most Oregon vintners would kill for; forward, tart and spicy with scents and flavors of black cherry cola right out front. The tangy red fruit is lifted with light citrus, buttressed with well-modulated tannins, and enhanced with beautiful undertones of moist earth, leaf and spice. Great structure, acidity and persistence.",Canary Hill,50,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Ken Wright 2005 Canary Hill Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2005-canary-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ken Wright
,Red,US,"This is absolutely classic Santa Rita Pinot, dry, minerally, high in acidity, and ripe in cherries, cola, pomegranates and mocha, offering waves of complexity and interest. The wine also shows distinctly young tannins, which not only will play against a steak but should help this lovely bottle age for five or six years.",Clos Pepe,53,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Siduri 2005 Clos Pepe Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2005-clos-pepe-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Siduri
14.3,Red,US,"An aromatic young wine, yielding fresh primary fruit red cherries, pomegranates and spicy cola scents, with hints of violets and milk chocolate. Drinking very dry and forward now, it's a fat, opulent wine with delicious cherry, Bay leaf, spice and toast flavors. Should hold and improve for up to six years.",Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 2A,45,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 2A Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-clone-2a-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Foley
16.4,White,US,"This is a big, rich wine, huge in fruit of the tropical-pie flavors. Huge in alcohol, it wears its weight well. The wine, from this venerable vineyard, feels honeyed, opulent, massive, and is almost better by itself than with food.",Seasmoke,48,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2005 Seasmoke Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2005-seasmoke-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Brewer-Clifton
14,Red,US,"Classic S&B Pinot, young and grapy now, and a little sharp in acids, this wine's aristocratic rusticity calls for time in the cellar. Shows primary fruit cherries and black raspberries, with earthy, forest floor Portobello mushroom notes and distinctive tannins. Made from the oldest vines in the vineyard, it's a wine that should ease into its own by 2009, and hold for another five years.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,42,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2005 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2005-sanford-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Longoria
15.6,Red,US,"The complex aromaa of this dramatic young wine is of mushrooms and wet tree bark, wintergreen, cloves, nutmeg and anise, and fruitier notes of cherries, cola and pomegranates. The mouth is very complex, too, with a finish of intensely pure cherries. But the wine is young and tannic. It will be best after 2008, and should drink well for at least another five years.",Mt. Carmel,60,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2005 Mt. Carmel Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2005-mt-carmel-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Brewer-Clifton
15.3,White,US,"Pretty much as flashy as California Chard gets. Huge in exotic tropical fruit and spice, all tarted up with crème brûlée and baked meringue, it finishes with a sweetly decadent touch of pineapple-vanilla truffle.",Clone 76 Inox,30,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2005 Clone 76 Inox Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2005-clone-76-inox-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Melville
16.2,White,US,"Whatever your feelings on the 16.2% alcohol might be, this wine is an achievement. Compared to Diatom's Clos Pepe bottling, this one's more citrusy, and certainly more acidic, which helps balance the alcohol. The lemon drop flavor detonates on the palate with an almost searing intensity that stimulates the salivary glands, and while the finish is bone dry, it has a honey-rich opulence.",Huber,42,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Diatom 2005 Huber Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diatom-2005-huber-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Diatom
14.2,White,US,"A finely structured Chard. It has the citrusy acidity you get only from the coolest areas, providing a bracing, steely quality to the green apple, quince and oaky flavors. Just feels elegant and opulent all the way, a true California first growth that should pick up additional complexities for four or five years before slowly expiring. Editors' Choice.",Starr Ridge Vineyard,38,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Starr Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-starr-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Gary Farrell
14.4,Red,US,"A solid effort: soft, round and polished, with a classic Cab profile. Cherry, cola, blackberry and cedar aromas and flavors have a delicately earthy edge of fresh Provençal herbs. Rich in ripe tannins, with a splash of Merlot, is beautiful now, and should age well for many years.",Estate Vineyard,49,94,California,Napa,St. Helena,Salvestrin 2003 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvestrin-2003-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Salvestrin
14.5,Red,Australia,"This brooding beast starts with scents of dark chocolate and coffee, then adds plenty of fruit in the form of blueberries and blackberries on the rich, chewy palate. Despite the wine's considerable heft and density of fruit, there's enough spicy complexity and a surprising degree of elegance to the long, tongue-tingling finish. Drink now–2015.",Reiver,47,94,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Mitolo 2005 Reiver Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2005-reiver-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Mitolo
14.3,Red,US,"Exotic, showing ripe, forward red cherry, raspberry and cola spice flavors, with hints of tangerine peel, white chocolate truffle, candied ginger and licorice. And that's just for starters. Complex and rich, with a wonderfully silky texture, this wine has the rich tannins and zesty acids for midterm cellaring. Drink now—2011.",Rancho Santa Rosa Dijon Clone 667,45,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Dijon Clone 667 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-dijon-clone-667-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Foley
14.6,White,US,"Beautiful and young, rewarding in every aspect. It shows bright, ripe Meyer lemon marmalade, apricot preserve, nectarine butter and guava flavors, with an exotic array of tropical spices and an elaborate coating of caramelized, vanilla-infused oak. It's also clean in citrusy acids. A bit tight now, so decant, and don't serve too cold. Best now–2010. Editors' Choice.",Rancho Santa Rosa Barrel Select,38,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Barrel Select Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-barrel-select-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Foley
14.6,White,US,"Shows the intense, focused lemon drop and minerality of the estate and indeed of the appellation, with an additional high-toned floral honeysuckle quality and almost a honeyed touch of botrytis. Very rich, very pure in lemon candy, guava and pineapple, with firm acidity and a steely, stony feel in the finish. This is really an elegant, complex white wine. Editors' Choice.",Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 96,35,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 96 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-clone-96-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Foley
,Red,US,"Ashley's, sold recently by the Parkers and now renamed Gaia, is a fabulous vineyard on the coolest western edge of the appellation. In this long hangtime vintage, the grapes achieved spectacularly ripe, fruity flavors, of cherries, raspberry purée and sweet, oak-infused cola. But this is no mere fruit bomb. The acid-tannin balance is amazing, and the wine has a deeply impressive, long-lasting appeal.",Ashley's Vineyard,52,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2005 Ashley's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2005-ashleys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Fess Parker
14.1,Red,US,"This is beautiful, dark and powerful, but refined and elegant. Packed with red and dark cherry stone fruit flavors, it has an excitingly smooth, silky texture, and finishes with an explosion of spice. Editors' Choice.",Lollapalooza,50,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fiddlehead 2005 Lollapalooza Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlehead-2005-lollapalooza-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Fiddlehead
13.5,Red,Australia,"Maybe the closest thing to French Syrah you'll find coming out of Australia, this Shiraz defies the Oz stereotype, offering up elegant perfumes of hickory smoke, black pepper and herbs that bear a striking resemblance to top-notch Côte-Rôtie. Layers of blackberry and blueberry fruit provide a solid foundation for the smoky, meaty complexity that emerges on the palate. This is not an overweight, overly tannic wine, but a supremely balanced rendition of Shiraz that should age gracefully for up to 15 years.",Warner Vineyard,100,94,Victoria,Victoria,,Giaconda 2004 Warner Vineyard Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaconda-2004-warner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2004,Giaconda
14.1,White,US,"The winery's flagship white wine is among the greatest California PBs I've ever tasted. Made Alsatian-style, it's tremendous in tangerine, kumquat, apricot, honeysuckle, buttercream, cinnamon-clove and vanilla aromas. In the mouth, it turns rich and opulent, and while the wine is dry, it has a dessert pastry taste, like coconut cream pie, Key lime pie and tangerine custard. Absolutely world-class wine. Editors' Choice.",Gaia Vineyard,30,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Demetria 2005 Gaia Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2005-gaia-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Demetria
14,Red,US,"This wine is a blend of Dijon clones, which bring pure, jammy fruit. Paired with the older Pommard, the result is a meaty, full-bodied Pinot. There's an earthiness to the cherries and berries, and the wine is complex and probably ageworthy for six to eight years. This polished wine exemplifies the art of blending, although it's a single-vineyard wine that vividly captures a sense of place.",Turner Vineyard,35,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2005 Turner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2005-turner-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Carr
14.5,Red,Italy,"This 100% Merlot's top-notch performance starts off with a beautiful, saturated ruby red color and continues with soft, well-defined aromas of sweet milk chocolate, clove, ground cinnamon and forest berries. Secondary aromas are of vanilla, licorice and toast; the wine is amazingly lively in the mouth with voluptuous, liquid chocolate-like flavors and an extra-long finish.",Redigaffi,275,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2004 Redigaffi Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2004-redigaffi-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2004,Tua Rita
14.1,Red,US,"Inky dark and saturated, with scads of glycerine, a serious young wine. Erupts with cascades of white pepper, violets, cassis, plum pudding, rum, molasses, sweet kid leather, root beer and more. In the mouth, the primary fruit is black cherries and kirsch, while the new oak and glycerine makes for a rich, honeyed, almost unguent mouthfeel. Decant if you open it now; should gain additional complexities in the next eight years. Editors' Choice.",Rancho Santa Rosa,30,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2004 Rancho Santa Rosa Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2004-rancho-santa-rosa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2004,Foley
14.4,White,US,"Everything you look for in a Burgundian Chard is here. It's dramatically rich in tropical fruit and Meyer lemon flavors, with crisp natural acidity. Lots of new toasty oak, sur lies aging and malolactic fermentation add integrated dimensions of flavor and texture. A sensational wine, dense and complex, and should develop well for five years. Only 45 cases produced.",Chairman's Club,75,95,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2004 Chairman's Club Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2004-chairmans-club-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2004,Chalk Hill
,Red,France,"Dark, inky in color. What a wonderful bouquet this has developed, offering floral hints, notes of black olive and bright mulberry and blueberry fruit. This is still very youthful and incredibly packed with flavor. Although it seems creamy at first, it firms up on the finish, showing more iron-like minerality on the finish. Hold.",La Louvée,,95,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 1999 La Louvée  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-1999-louvee-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Jean-Luc Colombo
14.3,Red,US,"These vineyards are, of course, very famous, among the oldest and more respected in Russian River. Gary Farrell has long had access to their coveted fruit and 2004 is one of his greatest bottlings ever. It may be due to the warm vintage, but the fruit is spectacular, not in your face at the expense of balance, and rich in cherries, cola and cinnamon-infused rum punch. This is a young, vibrant, crisp Pinot Noir, with a good life ahead for the next 10 years.",Rochioli-Allen Vineyards,65,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Rochioli-Allen Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-rochioli-allen-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gary Farrell
14.2,Red,US,"You'd never guess the power from the pale color. A multi-clone blend, it impresses from the first sniff, all puréed ripe cherries and strawberries, leading to a dramatically fruited, fresh, pure and vibrant mouthfeel. Should hold and improve for a decade.",Fe Ciega Vineyard,48,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2005 Fe Ciega Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2005-fe-ciega-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Longoria
15,White,US,"The volume on this wine is kicked way up over Longoria's regular '05. It's a voluptuous blend of two old-vine vineyards, Sanford & Benedict and Sweeney. The wine possesses a weight and density that impress, with a rich, exotic array of flavors: Key lime pie, pineapple custard, candied ginger, macaroon, honey and buttered toast, with a finish of mineral and steel. Completely balanced, this gorgeous Chard will hold for many years. Editors' Choice.",Cuvee Diana,40,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2005 Cuvee Diana Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2005-cuvee-diana-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Longoria
,Red,US,"This single-clone barrel selection takes the essence of the gorgeous, regular '05 Ashley's and concentrates it. Brims with sautéed Portobello mushroom, tamari, tangerine zest and black cherry preserves, leading to an immaculately rich, delicately silky, nuanced and enormously complicated Pinot. Hard to exaggerate the purity and finesse. Drink now–2012, before the lush fruit fades.",Ashley's Vineyard Clone 115,50,96,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2005 Ashley's Vineyard Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2005-ashleys-vineyard-clone-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Fess Parker
13.8,White,Argentina,"Cloying and spritzy with sweet, sugary aromas. It doesn't really offer much reason to come back to it after the first nosing and sip.",,14,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2006 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2006-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2006,Zolo
13.2,Red,Argentina,"A hard, rough, unfocused type of Malbec. It's all over the map and it just doesn't come together in a way that makes you want to spend much time with it.",Reserve,14,80,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Chateau Chantal 2005 Reserve Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantal-2005-reserve-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2005,Chateau Chantal
13.5,White,Chile,"Very offbeat, with aromas of passion fruit gone wrong. The palate is full of mealy citrus flavors and overripe grapefruit. A weird and not too appealing take on Chardonnay. It's more like Sauvignon Blanc.",Santa Digna Reserve,11,80,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2006 Santa Digna Reserve Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2006-santa-digna-reserve-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Miguel Torres
13.5,Red,Argentina,". Fairly piercing and hot, with sweet, gratuitious red-fruit flavors and little semblance of a purpose. Generic red wine on its best day.",,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,El Cipres 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-cipres-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,El Cipres
14,Red,Argentina,"The new Malbecs keep pouring in from Argentina, among them this heavy, damp example that's unfocused and raisiny. Very much at the base level of what is acceptable.",,13,80,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Pannotia Vineyards 2004 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannotia-2004-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2004,Pannotia Vineyards
13.5,White,Argentina,Canned pear aromas carry the nose toward a dead-weight palate that shows touches of passion fruit and melon but no clarity or purpose. No need to bother with this.,,10,80,Mendoza Province,Alto Valle de Uco,,Novus 2006 Chardonnay (Alto Valle de Uco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novus-2006-chardonnay-alto-valle-uco/,Chardonnay,2006,Novus
13,White,US,"There's some lift and citrus in the nose and a touch of vanilla on the palate, but in general, this Chardonnay is rather watery and lacks depth.",Acte 12 of Sixteen Nineteen,16,81,Virginia,Virginia,,The Williamsburg Winery 2005 Acte 12 of Sixteen Nineteen Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamsburg-winery-2005-acte-12-sixteen-nineteen-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2005,The Williamsburg Winery
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Malbec from Argentina is supposed to be ripe and easy to drink. This one is green, sharp and weighted down by rhubarb aromas and flavors as well as a rough mouthfeel.",,7,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Origin 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Origin
13,Red,US,"An overriding element of oak is the central focus; a maple syrup nose and lack of fruit presence fails to deliver the kind of depth a Cab drinker would expect, though some spice on the palate is pleasant.",,16,81,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards
14.5,Red,Chile,"A whole lot of heavy oak is weighing this wine down. Aromas of smoked meat and mint are minor compared to the charcoal, vanilla and seared wood that dominate. And in the mouth, it's clumsy; heat, heft and vanilla complete this mission gone astray.",Single Vineyard Don Maximiano Estate,25,81,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Single Vineyard Don Maximiano Estate Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-single-vineyard-don-maximiano-estate-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Errazuriz
13.5,Red,Argentina,"This reviewer's most vexing Argentine property strikes again with its first-ever appellation-style Mendoza Malbec. To me the wine is mildly bretty and staunch, with unrefined, bulky flavors, tartness at the core, and a strangely salty finish. Just this side of acceptable is the only way I can describe it. 6,500 cases produced.",,26,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Achaval-Ferrer
14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend falls flat with a weak, vanilla-laden nose and flavors that tend toward watery. There's some berry in the beginning but little beyond.",Proprietor's Reserve Trio,20,81,Michigan,Old Mission Peninsula,,Chateau Chantal 2005 Proprietor's Reserve Trio Red (Old Mission Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantal-2005-proprietors-reserve-trio-red-old-mission-peninsula/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Chateau Chantal
13.7,Red,US,"Not a success. The wine is semisweet, almost insipid, with jammy fruit flavors. Save your money.",Hawks Butte Vineyard,35,81,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Bink 2004 Hawks Butte Vineyard Merlot (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bink-2004-hawks-butte-vineyard-merlot-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Merlot,2004,Bink
12.6,Red,US,"Tobacco, chocolate and leather are the aromas on this wine from Texas producer Sandstone Cellars, and in the mouth, the wine is weak and one-dimensional, lacking the fruit and flavor of a good Shiraz. The color seems a little off, too—it's brown and clear at the edges.",,35,81,Texas,Mason County,,Sandstone Cellars 2004 Syrah (Mason County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandstone-cellars-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mason-county/,Syrah,2004,Sandstone Cellars
14,White,New Zealand,"Not a strong effort, this shows overt bell pepper and honey on the nose, then follows that up with flavors of peach, green pepper and sour citrus. It's an odd mix of vegetal and honeyed that doesn't quite come together.",,17,81,Marlborough,,,Staete Landt 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staete-landt-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Staete Landt
13,Red,Argentina,"Jumbled and rubbery, as you might expect given the price. The palate is sketchy with its lean cherry and raspberry flavors, but overall it's an acceptable effort that won't have you dumping the bottle out. 50,000 cases made.",,6,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Funky Llama
13.5,Red,Chile,"A lot of oak covers herbal, black-olive aromas, but only for so long. Once the wine airs out, what's left is an acceptable but olive-ridden red that's leathery, drying and generally devoid of any ripe characteristics.",Reserva,8,81,Aconcagua Valley,,,Conde de Velázquez 2004 Reserva Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-velazquez-2004-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2004,Conde de Velázquez
14.1,Red,US,"It's hard to find much to like about this overripe wine. It starts with a smell of raisins, then turns raw and peppery in the mouth, with a dry, cooked cherry taste.",Reserve,35,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Husch
12.5,White,Argentina,". Light and generally fresh, but turns dull and distant on the palate and finish. Dig as you might, you still won't find much flesh on the bones of this medium-weight, mildly floral white.",,8,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2006 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2006-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2006,Santa Julia
13,Red,US,"Tea, tobacco and a blast of bright fruit waft from this wine, but on the palate, there's little beyond oak and a tart, lean fruit flavor. Needs balance and elegance.",Barrel Reserve,11,82,Texas,Texas,,Messina Hof 2005 Barrel Reserve Shiraz (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messina-hof-2005-barrel-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-texas/,Shiraz,2005,Messina Hof
14.5,Red,Argentina,A lot of oak has been piled onto this wine and it doesn't seem to be sinking in. The nose is awkward and the palate delivers nothing more than candied cherry. A very simple specimen that's not too bad but offers almost nothing in the way of complexity or character.,Sottano,12,82,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Sottano 2004 Sottano Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-sottano-2004-sottano-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2004,Bodega Sottano
13.6,White,US,"Simple and sweet, with white sugared peach and apricot flavors. It's almost a dessert wine.",Gravelstone,11,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2005 Gravelstone Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2005-gravelstone-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2005,Jekel
13.8,White,US,"Tastes like there's quite a bit of unresolved sugar in this blend of Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier, even if there officially isn't. To this palate, that's a major flaw in a table wine that's supposed to be dry.",Blanc du Rhone,32,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edward Sellers 2005 Blanc du Rhone White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edward-sellers-2005-blanc-rhone-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Edward Sellers
14.5,Red,US,"I didn't like the '03 or the '04 because they were too Porty. It smells and tastes like Port, with raisiny, stewed prune and fudgy flavors that flirt with sweetness.",Buff-Bellied,18,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2004 Buff-Bellied Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-buff-bellied-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,2004,Clos La Chance
14.7,Red,US,Colorado producer Garfield Estates offers a Shiraz with ripe fruit flavors and a dash of pepper. It's drinkable but very lean on character and balance.,,21,82,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Garfield Estates 2005 Syrah (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garfield-estates-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-grand-valley/,Syrah,2005,Garfield Estates
13.6,Rose,US,"Almost as dark and full-bodied as a red wine, this Syrah is also heavy in its texture, with a dull, soft flatness.",Estate Syrah Rose,29,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Rideau 2005 Estate Syrah Rose Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2005-estate-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2005,Rideau
13.8,Red,Chile,"Black in color, with heavy menthol and licorice aromas. The palate is lean, hard and stretched thin. You get some generic berry flavors and maybe some raisin on the finish. Just doesn't feel comfortable on the palate.",Barrel Select,11,82,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2004 Barrel Select Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2004-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2004,Santa Ema
13,White,Chile,"Almost gray-green in color, with rudimentary apple and pear aromas. The wine is basically an amorphous, anonymous concoction that runs sweet, simple and inoffensive. It even shows some cinnamon and baked apple on the finish that leaves an apple pie/strudel sensation.",Gato Negro,5,82,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2006 Gato Negro Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2006-gato-negro-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,San Pedro
13,Red,US,"Toasted oak and spice dominate the nose of this Merlot from Texas, and those flavors carry through on the palate. The wine has structure but is a bit tannic and tart, lacking the smooth integration and elegance Merlot drinkers typically seek.",Barrel Reserve,11,82,Texas,Texas,,Messina Hof 2004 Barrel Reserve Merlot (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messina-hof-2004-barrel-reserve-merlot-texas/,Merlot,2004,Messina Hof
13,Red,New Zealand,"Shows the weakness of the vintage in its prematurely browning rim and tired, slightly stewed fruit aromas. It's light in body, with dried cherry, cinnamon and clove flavors that finish crisp and lemony.",,25,82,Marlborough,,,Churton 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churton-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Churton
14,Red,US,"EOS isn't known for its Cabs. The wines, like this one, have been hot and rustic and bordering on sweet. This one has all five Bordeaux varieties, with some new oak.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,EOS
14.2,White,US,"Hot and rustic, with the flavor of stewed peaches and apricots. Lacks the cool, creamy elegance you want in a nice Chard.",Bliss Vineyard,16,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2005 Bliss Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2005-bliss-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2005,Brutocao
13.8,Red,US,"Sharp, raw and palate-scouring, this thin wine has a harsh texture and green fruit. Not opulent, but it's a clean, technically correct Pinot Noir.",Reserve,18,82,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Castle Rock 2005 Reserve Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2005-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Castle Rock
13.5,White,Chile,"Seems as though Echeverria's idea of reserve Sauvignon is to let the grapes stay on the vines for too long. The wine lacks expression and a pulse. It's borderline DOA, in fact; the regular 2006 Sauvignon Blanc is livelier.",Reserva,13,80,Molina,,,Echeverria 2006 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2006-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-molina/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Echeverria
13.5,Red,Italy,"A really old-fashioned Barolo; the nose is all plums, road tar and roses, with the road tar becoming dominant after a few minutes in the glass. On the palate, it is light-bodied, perfumed and very pretty, with the fruit making a good comeback. Although it could use a touch more concentration, it is a fine example of a traditional Barolo.",Brunate,90,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2001 Brunate  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2001-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Michele Chiarlo
,Red,US,"Shea has undergone extensive, phylloxera-driven replanting in recent years, and the new vines do not have the power and complexity of the originals. Nonetheless, the estate's characteristic black cherry fruit core comes through, lightly spiced with notes of cinnamon and hints of herb. It's forward and chunky and shows a slight bit of heat in the finish. A solid effort, just not up to the complexity of the others in the 2005 lineup.",Shea,50,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Ken Wright 2005 Shea Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2005-shea-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ken Wright
15.4,White,US,"This is everything Huber's previously released unoaked '05 Chard is, but barrel fermentation and partial malo have made it far softer and richer. Strangely, it's not as rewarding, though, as the brilliant purity of fruit and acid have been modified. It's a very good wine, but lacks that je ne sais quoi that makes it stand out from the crowd.",Estate,28,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Huber 2005 Estate Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2005-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Huber
,Red,US,"More austere and resinous than the regular 2005 bottling, the estate Pinot Noir is also tighter. It has green, leafy flavors and tannins that taste of tea, but there is complexity in the mixed tart red fruits and an underlying minerality that promises more development in the bottle. Decant or give it another few years in the cellar.",Estate,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2005 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2005-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13.5,Rose,Spain,"Muga always makes one of Spain's most ethereal, balanced pink wines; and the 2005, while starting to show its age, is quite nice and still offering plenty. The color and aromas are light and attractive, while the zesty peach, tangerine and strawberry flavors will bring you back to summer.",,11,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2005 Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2005-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2005,Muga
,Red,France,"This wine is dense, flavored with black cherries and fresh acidity over a smooth, silky texture. It is not as powerful as the 2003, but is ready to drink; a pleasurable, very food-friendly wine.",Les Chiens-Chiens,18,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine de la Noblaie 2004 Les Chiens-Chiens  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-noblaie-2004-chiens-chiens-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Domaine de la Noblaie
14.5,Red,US,"Showing an earthiness to the cherries, plums and black currants, with a rich array of fresh thyme and sage, this wine, mainly Cabernet, is young and closed now, with solid tannins. But it's polished and elegant and balanced, and the fruit is there for modest aging. Best 2007–2012.",Stone Place,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crocker & Starr 2003 Stone Place Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crocker-starr-2003-stone-place-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Crocker & Starr
13.5,White,US,"SKN hits the mark again with this crisp, clean, elegantly complex Sauvignon Blanc. It's so food friendly. With its racy acidity and wild berry, citrus and herb flavors, it's a natural for everything from chicken, (fried or roasted) to halibut, to a grapefruit salad with raspberry vinaigrette.",,14,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Screw Kappa Napa
13.5,White,US,"One of the best values in Chard of the vintage. It's a rich, dramatically fruity wine, showing oodles of flamboyant pineapple, peach, cantaloupe and smoky, spicy flavors that keep on coming through a long, dry finish. Buy this by the case. Best Buy.",Best Foot Forward,9,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hayes Ranch 2005 Best Foot Forward Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hayes-ranch-2005-best-foot-forward-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Hayes Ranch
,Red,France,"The structure is all here, dark and dry, with plenty of fresh acidity over the red currants. This revels in its fruit flavors, touched with smokiness and dry tannins. To finish, the wine lifts into vibrant ripe fruits.",Cuvée de la Cure,21,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2004 Cuvée de la Cure  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2004-cuvee-cure-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Charles Joguet
,Red,France,"This has a fruity freshness, while keeping quite a severe core of tannins and dryness. That suggests that it could age for two years, although with its fresh aroma it is drinkable now.",Lieu-dit Les Poyeux,12,87,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Cave de Saumur 2005 Lieu-dit Les Poyeux  (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-saumur-2005-lieu-dit-poyeux-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Cave de Saumur
11.5,White,Germany,"Based on the last two vintages of this wine, Schmitt seems to have settled into a rather oily, minerally style for this wine, marrying kerosene and honeyed richness with baked apple and pear flavors. Drink now.",Halbtrocken,15,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Heinz Schmitt 2005 Halbtrocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heinz-schmitt-2005-halbtrocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Heinz Schmitt
14.6,Red,US,"It's a solid effort, but finishes a bit thin in cherry and cola fruit. Still, it's an elegant wine, showing typical Hanzell balance of fruit, oak, acids and tannins. Could gain a little complexity over the next five years.",,87,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2003 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Hanzell
,Red,France,"This is the lightest wine in the Joguet range. As you would expect from its provenance, it is fresh, fruity, juicy and easy to drink young. With its light tannins, it is great for summer drinking.",Cuvée Terroir,17,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2005 Cuvée Terroir  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2005-cuvee-terroir-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Charles Joguet
13.9,Red,US,"Contra Costa, “opposite coast,” is a county across the Bay from San Francisco. Warm and sunny, its climate is like Napa's. This polished wine shows warm-coastal character in the smooth tannins and ripe cassis fruit. Not a blockbuster, but  very nice wine for the money.",Tamayo Family Vineyard,15,86,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Ca'Na 2002 Tamayo Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cana-2002-tamayo-family-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ca'Na
,Red,France,"The vineyard of Les Vignoles, like so many in this part of the Loire, is planted on soft, chalky soil on a plateau above the river. What gives this wine its attraction is the fine balance between structure and ripe cherry fruits and touches of grilled nuts. At the end, violet perfumes dominate.",Lieu-dit Les Vignoles,,86,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Cave de Saumur 2005 Lieu-dit Les Vignoles  (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-saumur-2005-lieu-dit-vignoles-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Cave de Saumur
13,White,Italy,"Pear, green apple and a prominent mineral theme produce a very nice and polished wine that boasts a brilliant straw color and golden highlights. It's a fantastic palate cleanser that would work wonders next to white meat, fish or salads.",,19,87,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 2005 Falanghina (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2005-italian-white-falanghina-falerno-massico/,Falanghina,2005,Villa Matilde
13.9,White,Australia,"To distinguish this from the oceans of Chards out there, this doesn't say “Chardonnay” anywhere on the label, instead opting for flecks of gold leaf in a clear bottle. At least the wine is pretty good, making it a harmless marketing gimmick. It's round and ample, with flavors of honeyed melon and pear that finish fruity, clean and fresh.",White Wine with 24k Gold Leaf Added,20,86,Australia Other,Australia,,Gold 2006 White Wine with 24k Gold Leaf Added Chardonnay (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gold-2006-white-wine-with-24k-leaf-added-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2006,Gold
14.1,Red,US,"The cherry fruit is becoming desiccated, like the dried cherries you buy in health food stores, but it still feels fresh and lively. Acids and tannins are fine, and the wine has delicacy and complexity. But drink soon.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pretty-Smith 2000 Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-2000-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Pretty-Smith
,Red,US,"Stiff, chalky tannins take over quickly, after a light, slightly spicy entry. Like the rest of the '03 lineup the wine seems thin and watery, and the mouthfeel a bit stressed. The vineyard is capable of much more.",Shea Vineyard,40,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2003 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2003-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Panther Creek
13.5,Red,Italy,"A big wine that has plenty of oak, some blueberry fruit and spices. It is promising on the palate, if a little clumsy, but shows good structure and length.",Costa Bruna,23,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Poderi Colla 2004 Costa Bruna  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2004-costa-bruna-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2004,Poderi Colla
13.9,Red,US,"I've long felt that the Portuguese Port varieties would do well as dry table wines when grown in the hotter parts of California, except that no one wanted to make them. Now, someone does. The wine is pretty good, not great, but shows promise. Soft and full-bodied, it has cherry pie, Kahlúa and licorice flavors.",Los Tesoros de Joaquin,60,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2004 Los Tesoros de Joaquin Touriga Franca (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2004-los-tesoros-joaquin-portuguese-red-touriga-franca-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Touriga Franca,2004,Murrieta's Well
14.6,Red,US,"The heat of the vintage is vividly displayed in the superripe, almost stewed cherry and blackberry-pie filling flavors and soft mouthfeel of this dry wine. The best thing about it is the tannins, so smooth and finely ground.",Black Glass Vineyard,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2004 Black Glass Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2004-black-glass-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Benessere
,Red,France,"This is the lightest of the five reds from Jean-Maurice Raffault, a blend of different parcels and soils. It is fresh, packed with red cherry fruit flavors, and should be enjoyed this summer.",,12,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Jean-Maurice Raffault 2005  Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-maurice-raffault-2005-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Jean-Maurice Raffault
14,Red,Spain,"The first sniff is all about buttered popcorn on top of dill, while airing reveals deeper berry aromas. The palate is nice but standard, with plum and zesty berry aromas riding on a bed of firm tannins. Finishes long and rather oaky, with modest depth and not much complexity. Drink now.",Crianza,16,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Legaris 2003 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legaris-2003-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-fina-ribera-duero/,Tinta Fina,2003,Legaris
13,Rose,Italy,"This pleasing Aglianico-based rosé from Campania offers tingling acidity and a refreshing palate-cleansing quality throughout. The nose is redolent of rose petal, cranberry-raspberry and white stone. It's a simple wine, but also a well executed one.",Lacrimarosa,18,86,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 2005 Lacrimarosa Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2005-lacrimarosa-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2005,Mastroberardino
13.5,White,US,"Racy and crisp, this has an earthy quality to it, like herbs that have been scattered onto ripe tangerines, pineapples and mangoes. It's really an interesting wine, and the acidity makes it food-friendly.",,14,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Screw Kappa Napa
14,Red,Australia,"Seems a bit overdone, with blackberry flavors that head toward jam and cooked fruit rather than fresh berries. Graham cracker and chocolate notes add complexity to this reasonably rich wine that just needs a little more vitality to bring it to the next level of quality.",Omrah,15,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2004 Omrah Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2004-omrah-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2004,Plantagenet
14,Red,Australia,"A decent value, Plantagenet's 2004 Hazard Hill Shiraz is a round, soft wine, perhaps in part because of the 10% Grenache that was included in the blend. Black tea and berry scents pick up coffee and anise on the finish. Drink now.",Hazard Hill,12,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2004 Hazard Hill Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2004-hazard-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2004,Plantagenet
,Red,US,"Reasonably firm and concentrated up front, the wine continues with generic fruit flavors that fail to show much Pinot character. Flavors tail off quickly, leaving rough tannins and a watery finish.",Anden Vineyard,40,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2003 Anden Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2003-anden-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Panther Creek
,Red,US,"Ken Wright sources this fruit from the Pepper Bridge and Seven Hills vineyards, crafting a pleasant Bordeaux blend that shows the softer side of the valley's fruit. Clean and forward, the mixed flavors of plum and berry are right up front, but the relative weightlessness of the finish suggests that these are from some of the younger vines.",Walla Walla Claret,36,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tyrus Evan 2003 Walla Walla Claret Red (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrus-evan-2003-walla-walla-claret-red-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Tyrus Evan
16,Red,US,"It's a big glass of wild berry fruit, with ample tannins and a touch of raisins in the finish that will play nicely against barbecue sauce.",Meeks Hilltop,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2004 Meeks Hilltop Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2004-meeks-hilltop-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Wellington
13.5,Red,Spain,"Juicy and aromatic, but not particularly complex or refined. The palate deals a blast of snappy berry and plum flavors, while the finish seems racy, courtesy of slick tannins and forward acidity. Shows much more power than finesse.",Old Vines,13,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,El Curato 2005 Old Vines  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-curato-2005-old-vines-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,El Curato
13.9,Red,US,"Too young to drink now; it's almost still fermenting. Why did they release it so soon after the vintage? But it's a good wine with fine blackberry, cherry and peppery spice flavors. Best 2007–2010.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daniel Gehrs 2005 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2005,Daniel Gehrs
,Red,US,"Light and showing signs of oxidation (possibly an off bottle), this wine is already drying out. Aromas are of cooked strawberries, tannins are quite dry, and the finish is earthy and has lost its freshness.",Mt. Jefferson Cuvée,30,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2004 Mt. Jefferson Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2004-mt-jefferson-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Cristom
14,Red,Spain,"Fans of hammering new oak will take to this charred, barrel-driven Tempranillo that hits forcefully with coffee, bacon and toast. It's loud, aggressive and amplified as it pumps black fruit, chocolate and drying tannins. Good for its power and potency but not deserving of style points.",,15,87,Northern Spain,Vino de Calidad de Tierras de León,,Venta Mazzaron 2004 Tinta de Toro (Vino de Calidad de Tierras de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venta-mazzaron-2004-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-vino-calidad-tierras-leon/,Tinta de Toro,2004,Venta Mazzaron
,Red,France,"A big, firm wine, matured in stainless steel and packed with fruit tannins and dry layers. But between these are great red fruits, depth of flavor and some velvet ripeness. This wine could age for a year.",Les Terrages,,87,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Rene-Noel Legrand 2005 Les Terrages  (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-noel-legrand-2005-terrages-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Rene-Noel Legrand
14.1,Red,US,"Nice and easy Cab, soft and pleasantly fruity, and you'd never guess its age because it tastes so fresh. Blackberries, cherries, chocolate and licorice, in a smooth, velvety texture.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pretty-Smith 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Pretty-Smith
9.5,White,Germany,"A solid effort, but one that lacks the brilliant focus of some of Nik Weis's other offerings this year. This is broad and mouthfilling, oozing with honey, apple and petrol aromas and flavors that seem to lack a little focus, then pick up a bitter citrus pith note on the finish. Imported by HB Wine Merchants.",Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese,25,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2005 Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2005-ockfener-bockstein-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,St. Urbans-Hof
14.8,Red,US,"A junior version of the winery's Esprit bottling, although this one's based on Grenache and is much richer and almost sweeter in cherry liqueur. It's a soft, simple wine, but beguiling. You might almost call it seductive.",Cotes de Tablas,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2004 Cotes de Tablas Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2004-cotes-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Tablas Creek
14.5,White,US,,Small Lot,30,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2005 Small Lot Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2005-small-lot-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2005,Wente
13,Red,Italy,"Even a low-acid vintage such as 2003 should not be this mature. Despite its premature aging, the Neirano is a pretty, seamless wine that should be consumed fairly quickly. Strawberry compote, earth and spice give the wine an interesting complexity. Drink now.",,9,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Neirano 2003  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neirano-2003-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2003,Neirano
,White,France,"There aren't many white wines made in Chinon. But this, made from Chenin Blanc, suggests there should be some more. It is full of attractive peach flavors, with a young, fresh lift, floating with bitter almonds. The texture is good, round and rich.",Les Chiens-Chiens,18,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine de la Noblaie 2005 Les Chiens-Chiens  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-noblaie-2005-chiens-chiens-chenin-blanc-chinon/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Domaine de la Noblaie
13.9,White,US,"Tasted in a flight of far more expensive Chards, this one held its own. Creamy, with apple and peach flavors and a touch of oak and lees, it will satisfy your basic Chardonnay instincts at a good price.",,13,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2005 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Geyser Peak
,Red,France,"Targé, with its caves hewn out of the chalk cliffs, makes a classic Saumur-Champigny. This wine reflects the vintage, fresh and fruity, but with a layer of smoky tannins. The aftertaste is of cranberry skins.",,,87,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Château de Targé 2004  Saumur-Champigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-targe-2004-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Château de Targé
14.4,White,US,"Intense and concentrated in cooked guava, papaya and pineapple fruit, this well-oaked wine is brightened with crisp acidity. It's a big, bold Chardonnay that trades subtlety for in-your-face voluptuousness, but could do with a little more of the former.",Oak Hill Block B,,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Chalk Hill 2004 Oak Hill Block B Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2004-oak-block-b-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Chalk Hill
14,Red,Italy,"An extremely floral Merlot, this wine is redolent of violet, lavender and is almost soapy in fragrance. Berry and sweet vanilla flavors also put in an appearance and the wine boasts good structure, chewy tannins and a long finish.",Riserva,27,87,,Alto Adige,,Castel Sallegg 2003 Riserva Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-sallegg-2003-riserva-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2003,Castel Sallegg
,Red,US,"The Athena blend is a deceptively simple wine, showing juicy, tart pomegranate and cranberry fruit flavors. The tannins are clean and well-managed, the flavors light and crisply delineated.",Athena,28,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2004 Athena Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2004-athena-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Boedecker Cellars
,White,Australia,"A blend of wines from two separate vineyards, this Chardonnay features nutty, toasty oak, buttery notes from malolactic fermentation and plenty of tropical and citrus fruit. It's crisp for an Australian Chardonnay, with a buttery reprise on the long finish.",Vineyard Select,17,87,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Angove's 2006 Vineyard Select Chardonnay (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2006-vineyard-select-chardonnay-limestone-coast/,Chardonnay,2006,Angove's
14.1,Red,US,"Polished and supple, this is a killer Pinot to have with food. It's not an overbearing wine or a light one, but shows restraint in the pomegranate, cherry and spice flavors that are so well integrated with tannins, acids and modest oak. The result is a balanced, elegant wine.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Alma Rosa
13.5,White,US,"There's not much PG planted in SRH but the region shows the promise of a unique style to this often pedestrian variety. Made dry and intense in the Alsatian way, this wine has unusual but appealing floral, apricot and citrus flavors, and what tastes like a touch of botrytis. Yet its high acidity gets the tastebuds whistling.",La Encantada Vineyard,28,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-encantada-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2005,Alma Rosa
14.2,White,US,"I loved the '04 for its big, bright bold fruit, and this '05 is nearly as good, even though the winery dropped the price by a buck. Could be a little drier, but the incredible acidity, so racy and zesty, keeps the citrus, spearmint and peach fruit clean. A 100% Musque clone.",,20,87,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Fortress 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortress-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fortress
15.5,Red,US,"Fans of big, thick, chocolaty and slightly sweet Zins will love this one. It has the softly tannic structure of hot country reds, with a luscious depth of blackberries, and the rustic nature of a wine made for barbecue.",Matzin Old Vine,24,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2004 Matzin Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2004-matzin-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2004,Vino Con Brio
13,Red,Italy,"Medium consistency with deep notes of sour cherry, pine forest and black licorice. Crisp acidity makes it a bit thorny or sharp in the mouth but the wine would pair well with cream- or butter- based dishes.",,34,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Bressan 2001 Merlot (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bressan-2001-merlot-venezia-giulia/,Merlot,2001,Bressan
,Red,France,"Classic, fresh and crisp, with that typical Cabernet Franc smoky bacon flavor, this is a lively wine that floats on red fruits and some dry tannins; well blended.",Les Maugerets,,87,Loire Valley,Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 2005 Les Maugerets  (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-alain-lorieux-2005-maugerets-cabernet-franc-saint-nicolas-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Pascal & Alain Lorieux
,Red,France,"Dense, but relatively soft tannins are balanced by fresh black fruits. This promises some good development, as well—give it at least two years.",Expression,,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 2005 Expression  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-alain-lorieux-2005-expression-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Pascal & Alain Lorieux
14.5,Red,Australia,"Not as impressive as Howland's Parsons Vineyard bottling, this is still a very good Shiraz. Cedar and vanilla notes layer atop dark fruit flavors, ending dry and softly tannic. A touch of alcoholic warmth lingers on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Langley Vineyard,35,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Peter Howland 2004 Langley Vineyard Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-howland-2004-langley-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2004,Peter Howland
,Red,US,"Brings a classic, Bordeaux-like control and polish to Zinfandel's wild and woolly side. The flavors are briary and brambly, with wild berries, dusty spices, cherries and chili peppers, and the finish is dry and interesting. The spices suggest spicy foods.",Mother Clone,14,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2003 Mother Clone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2003-mother-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Pedroncelli
12.5,White,Italy,"There's nothing not to like about this 50-50 Vermentino-Nuragus blend: Honey, pear, exotic fruit, yellow flower and pine nut appear with confidence on the nose and the wine's consistency in the mouth is creamy, cool and refreshing. Drink with shellfish or light pasta dishes.",Silenzi,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2005 Silenzi White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2005-silenzi-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2005,Pala
14.6,Red,US,"This one is a blend of Dijon clone blocks, and is very forward and jammy in raspberry, cherry, blueberry and tangerine zest. It's a bit one-dimensional, but crisp and dry, and will be luscious with grilled meats or salmon.",Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard,44,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Flying Goat Cellars 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-goat-cellars-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Flying Goat Cellars
,Red,France,"A less successful vintage, the '98 Les Ruchets shows some aged garnet color and more mature aromas of tobacco and dried cherries. Light in weight and cedary, this is ready to drink.",Les Ruchets,,87,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 1998 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-1998-ruchets-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Jean-Luc Colombo
15.7,Red,US,"Plenty of juicy berry-cherry and chocolate fruit in this wine, which must have come from the warmer, inland parts of the county. It's smooth in tannins and a little soft, but offers interesting layers of complexity as it warms in the glass. Drink now.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Holbrook 2003 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holbrook-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Holbrook
14,Red,Spain,"This Alicante red from Telmo Rodriguez is a giant with grapy, medicinal aromas followed by huge plum and blackberry flavors. This broad, mildly tannic red with tons of finishing coffee and leather notes fits the bill.",Al Muvedre Tinto Joven,9,87,Levante,Alicante,,Telmo Rodríguez 2005 Al Muvedre Tinto Joven Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2005-al-muvedre-tinto-joven-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2005,Telmo Rodríguez
,White,US,"This Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc blend is dry and crisp in acidity, with flavors of baked papayas, guavas and nectarines, offset by high acidity. It doesn't possess the complexity of Esprit, but it's a nice, complex wine.",Cotes de Tablas Blanc,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2005 Cotes de Tablas Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2005-cotes-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Tablas Creek
14.3,White,US,"Another beautiful Chardonnay from Robert Young, although it's a step off the pace of recent years. Soft and intricately layered, it has tropical fruit pastry filling flavors accented with lots of toasty new French oak, which seems too strong for the underlying fruit.",,37,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 2004 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Robert Young
13.5,Red,Spain,"Fires out of the blocks with rubbery, fiery aromas that later settle into leather, campfire and baked black fruit. The palate, typical for Jumilla, is beefy and stout, with dark fruit and hard-spice flavors. Chocolate emerges on the full, healthy, mildly tannic finish.",Crianza,14,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Vega Carche 2001 Crianza Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-carche-2001-crianza-tempranillo-blend-jumilla/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Vega Carche
13.5,Red,Italy,"Red berry fruit, tobacco, wet leaf and nuts work well together to create a fine and compact aromatic portfolio. A food-friendly red with a lean structure and clean execution. There's also a touch of bitterness on the finish.",,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2005 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2005-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2005,Feudo Arancio
14,Red,Australia,"Cabernet Sauvignon dominates the blend, at 71%, and as you might expect, the aromas contain a bit of green and herbal that gives a slightly medicinal edge to the cherry and cedar flavors. It's medium-bodied, with a slightly creamy texture and some dry, dusty tannins on the finish. Drink it now with a rare steak, or hold it a few years until it smooths out and turns more cedary.",The Stirlings,30,87,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2003 The Stirlings Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2003-stirlings-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-frankland-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2003,Ferngrove
13.5,White,US,"Fresh and crisp, this Chardonnay has an early-picked quality to it, or maybe the cool vintage is responsible for the citrusy, minerally character, enriched with toasty oak. Either way, it's a refreshing wine, vital in acidity, and a nice presence at the table.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2005 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2005,Justin
13.9,White,US,"An interesting wine that marches to a different beat when it comes to today's buttery, ripe Chards. This one's austere and minerally, with a Meyer lemon drop taste, high acidity and a very dry finish. It's elegant and polished.",,19,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Stratton Lummis 2005 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stratton-lummis-2005-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Stratton Lummis
14.1,White,US,"Even in a warm year, like ‘04, Chalk Hill's estate Sauvignon teeters on the brink of unripeness. In this cool ‘05 vintage, it's dominated by cat pee aromas and flavors. Aging on the lees, a dash of Sémillon and some new French oak lend softening nuances.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Chalk Hill
13.5,Red,Italy,"A very nice rendition of the robust Negroamaro variety from a hot vintage. Ripe, velvety and brawny, you'll get strawberry preserve, minerality, Porcino mushroom and Puglia's trademark iron note. Toasted, soft and velvety in the mouth and ready to drink immediately.",Schiaccianoci,13,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vigne & Vini 2003 Schiaccianoci Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-vini-2003-schiaccianoci-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2003,Vigne & Vini
14,Red,Australia,"At $10 suggested retail, this is a solid bargain that should please anyone looking for a plump, ready-to-drink red. It has a slightly syrupy texture and soft tannins balanced by a tart edge on the finish, while the bold flavors of cherries round out the midpalate. Drink now.",Rip Snorter,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yarraman 2004 Rip Snorter Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarraman-2004-rip-snorter-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Yarraman
,White,Italy,"Sweet yellow melon, honeysuckle, pear and peach are delivered first, followed by lemon zest and lingering honey-like flavors. This is an attractive ensemble with clean acidity; pair with pasta salads or light fish dishes.",Altopiano,16,87,,Alto Adige,,Girlan 2005 Altopiano Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girlan-2005-altopiano-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Girlan
13,Red,US,"There are two kinds of good Pinot in California, the rich, full-bodied ones and the silkier, more accessible Pinots. This is the latter type. It's not an ager, but has a delicate elegance, and easy but complex flavors of cherries, cola, herb tea and Asian spices.",Careaga,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 2004 Careaga Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2004-careaga-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Daniel Gehrs
,Red,US,"The reserve is strongly herbal, with the tomato leaf character often found in Oregon Pinots. It's tannic and strong, with a finish that puts the accent squarely on dried herb, leaf and bark, somewhat to the detriment of the fruit.",Sommers Reserve,42,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2004 Sommers Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2004-sommers-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Cristom
14,Red,Italy,"A tad overripe and funky at the start, this needs a few minutes to come into its own. When it does, it is redolent of cherry preserves, sweet spice cake, Porcino mushroom and cookie dough. The aromas are wide and dispersed but the mouthfeel is more compact.",Baron Salvadori,58,87,,Alto Adige,,Nals Margreid 2003 Baron Salvadori Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nals-margreid-2003-baron-salvadori-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2003,Nals Margreid
13.5,Red,Spain,"Good Rioja from a challenging vintage; the nose deals cherry and a dusting of spices, before turning sharper and leaner with air. Like in previous years, the wine veers toward elegance as it shows red fruit and tea flavors before a grabby, firm finish. Not the best Propiedad but once again, the year was problematic.",Propiedad,19,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2003 Propiedad  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2003-propiedad-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Palacios Remondo
13,Red,Italy,"The delicious Neirano is near maturity and ready to drink. It is showing plenty of plummy, dried fruit, spices, herb and smoked meat. It is a pleasant wine, but with a little more concentration could be an outstanding one.",,28,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Neirano 2001  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neirano-2001-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Neirano
13.5,Red,Italy,"A concentrated, unfiltered Cabernet with rich notes of wet tobacco, earth, blackberry, Graham cracker and succulent black fruit; this is a chewy and structured wine with firm tannins.",Sopralago,20,87,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Fattoria Selvanova 2003 Sopralago Cabernet Sauvignon (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-selvanova-2003-sopralago-cabernet-sauvignon-terre-volturno/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fattoria Selvanova
13.5,Red,US,"Ten different vineyards scattered from the Willamette on down to the Rogue valley are sourced for the Wine By Joe, the budget bottling from Dobbes Family Estate. This is a fine effort for the price, crisp and fruity with plenty of cool climate citrus character. Tart red fruits lead into a tight, hard finish, but there is none of the weedy, stemmy flavor that cheap Oregon Pinot can acquire.",,18,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Dobbes Family Estate 2005 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobbes-family-estate-2005-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,Dobbes Family Estate
,Red,Australia,"From a very late vintage that suffered from low yields, this 2,000-case cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon offers plenty of Coonawarra character: dried herbs, mint and a bit of green pepper add a slightly medicinal edge to the cassis flavors. Finishes dusty, dry and herbal; try in 2009.",Vineyard Select,21,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Angove's 2005 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2005-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Angove's
14,Red,Spain,"Wide and ranging, the bouquet on this young, lightly oaked RdD starts with campfire aromas before moving on to black cherry and earth. Convincing in the mouth, with chunky berry flavors that lead into peppery, vanilla-based finishing notes. Plump and easy.",Cuatro Meses en Barrica,19,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Callejo 2005 Cuatro Meses en Barrica  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callejo-2005-cuatro-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Callejo
14,Red,Spain,"A distinguished little red wine. It's all Garnacha, and it's round and a touch citrusy on the nose, while the palate delivers pure, ripe cherry and raspberry flavors. Generous, balanced and shapely. What more could you ask for five bucks?",,5,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Viña Borgia 2005 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-borgia-2005-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2005,Viña Borgia
14.3,Red,US,"Not as rich as the last few vintages, showing a tougher, leaner but possibly more ageworthy profile. There's some green, minty stuff going on, but also a wealth of blackberries and cherries. Try after 2007.",,58,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eponymous 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Eponymous
,White,US,"Another fruit-driven success for this winery's Chard program. This opens with generous plump and tangy pineapple, pink grapefruit and Meyer lemon, succulent and crisp. The fruit continues along without any off notes through a satisfying finish. Not sure if this is “unwooded” or not, but if so it can stand quite comfortably alongside most of its more expensive peers. Best Buy.",,10,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 2005 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Eola Hills
13,White,Italy,"Vermentino is one of Italy's most versatile and food-friendly white grapes; this rendition boasts notes of exotic fruit, acacia, honey and mineral tones. It is delightfully refreshing—with some nutty flavors—and buoyant. Only 10% is aged in oak and the rest in stainless steel.",Opale,37,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Mesa 2005 Opale Vermentino (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mesa-2005-opale-italian-white-vermentino-sardinia/,Vermentino,2005,Mesa
14.8,Red,Spain,"From the guys that do Mauro, one of Spain's better ultrapremium reds, comes this heavy, forward, youthful red with chunky, lush aromas of fruitcake and licorice along with bruising flavors of black cherry and berry skins. A ton of new oak rests on top of chocolate, vanilla and cedar subtleties. Very tannic and rough after spending 11 months in barrel.",Prima,18,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Maurodos 2004 Prima  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurodos-2004-prima-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2004,Maurodos
13,White,Spain,"Buttercup and apple pie aromas are inviting, while the round palate offers apple, pear, melon and even banana flavors. Slightly more soft than others in the class, but it's tasty and long on the finish. Drink up now and enjoy.",,16,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Nora 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nora-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Nora
13,White,Spain,"This wine was better last year, but in its defense we tasted the '04 several months earlier in the year, so it came across fresher. And with Rueda whites, which are vintage-to-vintage wines, that makes a difference. Here, look for tropical-fruit aromas with a pure citrus palate. It's good, straight-forward stuff that shouldn't surprise or disappoint. Drink immediately.",Las Brisas,10,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2005 Las Brisas White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2005-las-brisas-white-rueda/,White Blend,2005,Naia
14.3,Red,US,"This is a big, ripe, soft wine, and flattering in youth. Must be the vintage's heat. The wine is a little raisiny and chocolaty, but quite delicious. Drink this while you're waiting for that '03 to come around.",Special Reserve,85,87,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2004 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2004-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Reverie
13.3,White,US,"I'm not a fan of California Rieslings, but this is one of the better ones of late. It has real richness, showing a broad spectrum of honeyed wildflower, peach and apple flavors. Not exactly dry, with 2.25% residual sugar, but crisp acidity makes it clean and balanced.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 2005 Riesling (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2005-riesling-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Riesling,2005,Daniel Gehrs
12.9,White,US,"Chenin is a high acid wine, and there's a tartness in the finish here that some will find sour. But that makes the wine a natural for chewing through butter, oil, cheese. Coming from the Pinnacles region, in the eastern hills of the Salinas Valley, the wine displays  citrus, apricot and peach flavors. Best Buy.",Pinnacles,12,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Daniel Gehrs 2005 Pinnacles Chenin Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2005-pinnacles-chenin-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Daniel Gehrs
13,White,US,"The best features of this Chenin are the dryness and mouthwatering acidity. With subtle citrus, green bean and green apple flavors, this will complement food, rather than taking center stage on the table. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Dancing Coyote 2004 Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-coyote-2004-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Dancing Coyote
14.2,Red,US,"Big, dark and high in jammy cherry and blackberry extract and rich in tannins. Not showing much now, unless you're just into size, but should develop over the next six years, maybe longer.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tamayo Family 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamayo-family-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tamayo Family
14,Red,Spain,"Dark, modern and a tiny bit funky. The round palate boasts medium-strength plum and berry, while the finish is defined by vanilla and warmth. Nothing special but good in this price range.",,12,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Telmo Rodríguez 2005  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2005-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Telmo Rodríguez
13,White,Italy,"The aromatic intensity certainly helps it stand out within a vast sea of Italian PGs. Feminine and fun, with fresh-cut flowers, sweet, cool exotic fruit, pear and citrus. The close is crisp; mouthfeel is playfully sweet.",,15,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Teresa Raiz 2005 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Teresa Raiz
14.5,White,US,"A dry, fashionable white Rhône blend. There's a minerality to the tangerine, orange blossom, macadamia nut and vanilla flavors, and a refreshing cut of citrusy acidity, that make it superdrinkable. Best Buy.",Marsanne-Roussanne,12,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Stevenot 2005 Marsanne-Roussanne White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2005-marsanne-roussanne-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Stevenot
14.5,Red,US,"This is the winery's Merlot-based Meritage blend. You might expect that to make it softer, but it's not. It's a hard, tannic wine, a little lean, but complex and dry. Not showing well now; decant or drink after 2008.",Paramount Red Wine,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Source Napa 2003 Paramount Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/source-napa-2003-paramount-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Source Napa
14.5,Red,US,"Kenwood has done a very good job crafting a delicate, lighter-bodied Pinot that's rich in real varietal flavor. Polished cherry, cola, pomegranate, coffee, rhubarb and Asian spice flavors, with a balanced finish.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2005 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2005-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kenwood
12.5,White,Italy,"Here is a fragrant, floral rendition of Fiano that bursts with pretty notes of acacia, honeysuckle and bee's wax. The fragrances are sweet, almost sticky, but the wine is lighter in the mouth overall and imparts crisp acidity over a satisfying finish.",,24,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mila Vuolo 2005 Fiano (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mila-vuolo-2005-italian-white-fiano-campania/,Fiano,2005,Mila Vuolo
12.5,White,Italy,"A straight-forward PG with an attractive, easy personality: almonds, green apple and dried herbs come forth; the wine closes with citrus-like zest. Great with light meals or appetizers.",Le Marsure,14,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Teresa Raiz 2005 Le Marsure Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2005-le-marsure-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Teresa Raiz
14,Red,Italy,"A wine where the nose is stunning and the palate non-descript. The nose is really beautiful: ripe fruit, thyme, licorice, mocha and a hint of lavender. Unfortunately it doesn't quite carry through to the palate, where the flavors are so muted that it is a struggle to find them. Little structure and practically no grip, and yet that nose is so haunting.",Vigna Sorì Ornati,26,87,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Tenuta Rocca 2003 Vigna Sorì Ornati  (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rocca-2003-vigna-sori-ornati-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2003,Tenuta Rocca
14.5,Red,US,"Classic warm country Petite Sirah, this is soft, dense and full-bodied, almost heavy in dark stone fruit, coffee, unsweetened chocolate, mu-shu sauce, soy and spicy, peppery flavors. A bit of a brute in its youth, it should hold well for 10 years.",Jardine,26,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2004 Jardine Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2004-jardine-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2004,Vina Robles
14.3,Red,US,"Strikes the perfect balance between a Pinot that needs aging and one that's perfectly drinkable now. Complex layers of cherries, blackberries, coffee, cola and smoky oak; shows the richness and vivacity of the best of RRV. Best now and for a couple of years.",Estate,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2005 Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2005-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Rodney Strong
13.5,Red,US,"This is a really good Cab: balanced, clean, varietally pure and elegant. It's designed to accompany, rather than overshadow, even the best food. Shows its Napa pedigree in the wonderful interplay of all parts, especially the beautiful tannins and dryness.",,14,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Screw Kappa Napa
16,Red,US,"Pretty pricey for a Petite Sirah, but this is actually one of the more interesting ones out there. It's very dry, and shows the balance you expect from a Napa red. There's an earthy, cappuccino edge to the blackberry, cherry and cola flavors, and the wine has the variety's rich, mouth-coating tannins. Drink now through 2020.",,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2003 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2003-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Prager
14.8,Red,US,"I like the ripeness of the fruit, and the way the blackberry cola, coffee and spice flavors play against an edge of leathery, funky grilled beef. The tannins are powerful, so decant and drink it with rich, fatty meats and cheeses.",Alamo Creek Vineyard,44,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Skyhawk Lane 2004 Alamo Creek Vineyard Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skyhawk-lane-2004-alamo-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,2004,Skyhawk Lane
14.5,Red,US,"One of the darkest pours of the year, this is inky black in color  with a dense, molten mouthfeel. Completely dry, it shows dark flavors of coffee, plums, violets, unsweetened bitter chocolate. Desperately needs long decanting, or aging for a decade.",Noir de Noirs,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2005 Noir de Noirs Alicante Bouschet (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2005-noir-noirs-other-red-alicante-bouschet-sonoma-valley/,Alicante Bouschet,2005,Wellington
15,Red,Spain,"With can't-miss aromas of coconut and prune, this wine stirs memories of tanning oil and fruitcake. It's big, bold and earthy, but also mildly herbal. The palate tastes of black fruit as well as dill and pepper, and the mouthfeel is convincing. Too bad the oak is still so pronounced.",Barrancos de Pizarra,36,87,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Pegaso 2002 Barrancos de Pizarra Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegaso-2002-barrancos-pizarra-grenache-garnacha-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Garnacha,2002,Pegaso
14.4,Red,US,"Held back for four years, it cannot have been very tough even at release. Today, it's really soft, with extremely ripe wild blueberry, boysenberry, loganberry and crab apple flavors that seem to have just been picked. Classic Sonoma Zin, for barbecued or braised beef.",Pedroni-Bushnell Vineyard,16,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2002 Pedroni-Bushnell Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2002-pedroni-bushnell-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Pedroncelli
10.5,White,Germany,"Makes an interesting contrast to Molitor's spätlese feinherb from the same vineyard, being lighter in body and drier-tasting. Clover, honey and green apple aromas are matched by mineral and melon-rind flavors and a touch of vanilla. Dry and stony on the finish. Imported by Schmitt-Sohne Inc.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling Feinherb,16,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Markus Molitor 2005 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling Feinherb Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2005-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-feinherb-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Markus Molitor
13,Red,Spain,"Quite ripe and savory, but also perilously close to stewy. The palate offers blackberry, plum and cured beef in a ripe package propelled by pronounced acidity. Finishes buttery and fairly short. This blend of Tempranillo, Cabernet and Merlot is ready to drink now.",Selección Especial,21,87,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2001 Selección Especial Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2001-seleccion-especial-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2001,Abadia Retuerta
14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's another powerful red (80% Sangiovese and 20% Canaiolo) with aromas of moist tobacco, leather, blackberry, dusty minerality and a thick, extracted mouthfeel. It scores well in texture and persistency and would pair wonderfully with grilled meat.",Eliseo Rosso,14,87,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 2004 Eliseo Rosso Red (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2004-eliseo-rosso-red-val-cornia-suvereto/,Red Blend,2004,Gualdo del Re
,Red,US,"Granted, Oregon is not the first place you look for when you want a decent $10 Cabernet, but here it is. Stiff and tannic—make that “Bordeaux-like”—the most appealing feature of this budget bottle is its sweet core of grapey cherry fruit. The candy quality is really quite pleasant, and has enough substance behind it to elevate it well above the Kool-Aid category. Best Buy",,10,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Eola Hills
,Red,US,"Past vintages of Jessie have been big, brawny wines, but in '04 this too seems to be a bit tired and dried out. The herbal flavors dominate; in truth it is difficult to distinguish this as different from the Sommers Reserve.",Jessie Vineyard,47,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2004 Jessie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2004-jessie-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Cristom
,Red,France,"Supple, with soft, if dry, tannins and a typical Cab Franc smoky flavor. There is just a touch of caramel in the aftertaste.",Lieu-dit Beauregard,,87,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Cave de Bourgueil 2005 Lieu-dit Beauregard Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-bourgueil-2005-lieu-dit-beauregard-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Cave de Bourgueil
13.8,White,US,"Made from three prime growing regions, Russian River, Chalk Hill and Sonoma Coast, this Chard offers lots of complexity at a good price. It's a forthright wine, rich in peach pie flavors, including the smoky, buttery pie crust, and is entirely dry. Amazingly good when you consider the massive production: 185,000 cases.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2005 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Rodney Strong
14,Red,Australia,"At its suggested retail price of $12, this is a great value in Aussie Shiraz. It's not the biggest or most muscular, but it does offer authoritative flavors of blackberries, pepper, leather and spice, a creamy texture and a crisp, fresh finish. And the Zork closure gives it additional appeal.",,12,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Red Knot 2005 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-knot-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,Red Knot
14,Red,Italy,"A big-boned, structured wine, the Caretta has aromas of ripe cherry, soy sauce and violets. The nose is a little more open than the palate; at the moment the wine is a little dour, with structure and flavors centring around the mid-palate. It certainly needs time, but the finish is short. Potentially a good, rather than great wine.",Cannubi,65,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenuta Carretta 2000 Cannubi  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-carretta-2000-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2000,Tenuta Carretta
13.5,White,US,"Shows lots of sophistication at a good price. Brimming with ripe peach and mango fruit, there's a richer streak of butter-sautéed banana, finishing with caramelized honey. The wine is quite dry, even minerally, and modest in alcohol, only 13.5%. Best Buy.",,13,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2005 Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Wente
12,White,Italy,"The mineral component here is downright fantastic, as are the fresh aromas of pink grapefruit, lemon zest and green apple. Delightful notes of white stone appear again in the mouth to render a chalky, dry finish.",,19,88,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 2005 Coda di Volpe (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2005-italian-white-coda-volpe-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Coda di Volpe,2005,Mastroberardino
14.6,Red,US,"There's a soft richness to this wine, almost a dessert pastry quality, like a cherry-filled bonbon that melted and then was splashed with licorice, cola and fennel. It's really delicious, a bit one-dimensional, but crisp and dry.",Poseidon's Vineyard,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Molnar Family 2004 Poseidon's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molnar-family-2004-poseidons-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Molnar Family
13,White,US,"This is a really nice wine to pair with fish, poultry or pork. With high acidity, it cleanses the palate, and leaves behind a long, rich finish. With a little Pinot Grigio and Orange Muscat, it has lime, tangerine, green apple, floral and spice flavors. Sommeliers should line up to snag it by the case. Best Buy.",,10,88,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Dancing Coyote 2005 Albariño (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-coyote-2005-albarino-central-valley-clarksburg/,Albariño,2005,Dancing Coyote
,Red,France,"A single-vineyard wine, this is a dry, firmly tannic wine, with plenty of structure. Having been vinified in stainless steel without any wood, what you are getting is a very pure, fresh fruit character under the tannins. Give it six months.",Cuvée de la Cure,22,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2005 Cuvée de la Cure  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2005-cuvee-cure-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Charles Joguet
,White,Australia,"The 900 cases produced of this wine are all destined for the U.S., as consumer acceptance of Australian Riesling seems to be expanding. It's an intensely citrusy wine, dominated by limes and oranges, filled with bold, crisp flavors. Medium-bodied, with a clean finish, this would go well with many fish preparations.",Vineyard Select,19,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Angove's 2006 Vineyard Select Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2006-vineyard-select-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2006,Angove's
13,Dessert,Spain,"Smooth, oily and nice up front, with sweet orange marmalade and some pith on the back palate. Plenty of zest to this, it comes across much like a German Auslese. Not too unctuous or difficult.",Seleccion Especial,20,88,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2004 Seleccion Especial Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2004-seleccion-especial-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2004,Jorge Ordóñez & Co.
12.5,Red,Italy,"The La Fiammenga is a beautifully made wine; its aromas of dark fruit, almonds and violets give it a lushness that stops just short of jamminess. On the palate, it is rich, and quite meaty, but let down by a slightly short finish. Imported by Sapori Italiani Inc.",,12,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,La Fiammenga 2005  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiammenga-2005-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2005,La Fiammenga
,Red,US,"Dark and spicy, this lovely, complex Dolcetto emphasizes black fruits, plums and black raspberries. There is a hint of graphite and the suggestion of layered fruit. It's quite acidic, and appropriately so, which makes it best when matched to some richness in the sauce.",,20,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2005 Dolcetto (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2005-italian-red-dolcetto-southern/,Dolcetto,2005,Abacela
15,Red,US,"Dark, thick, soft and juicy, an amazingly flavorful wine with a depth of exotic flavors. Blackberry liqueur, dark chocolate, cherry jam, violet flower, charred beef bones and peppery spice flavors swirl together into a complex finish. But it's a tannic wine that needs time. Best after 2008.",Estate,20,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2004 Estate Pinotage (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2004-estate-pinotage-central-valley-lodi/,Pinotage,2004,Vino Con Brio
,Red,US,"This is an elegant style, light and pretty. The cherry fruit is spiced with cinnamon and licorice candy. Very clean.",Momtazi Vineyard,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2004 Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2004-momtazi-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Boedecker Cellars
16.1,White,US,"The winery's name comes from the limestone that is found in this part of San Luis Obispo, and you can indeed detect a chalky minerality, not to mention high acidity that makes the fruit clean and bright. Shows tart green apple and peach flavors, and lots of Asian spice.",,24,88,California,Central Coast,York Mountain,Calcareous 2004 Chardonnay (York Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-york-mountain/,Chardonnay,2004,Calcareous
12.5,White,Italy,"In 2004, Giacosa fashioned a stylish Arneis with a pretty nose of honeysuckle, spice and dried apricot. The palate does not quite live up to the nose, showing a slight hollowness, but the wine blossoms at the end, and it finishes with real aplomb in a rush of sweet fruit.",,30,88,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Bruno Giacosa 2004  Roero Arneis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-giacosa-2004-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2004,Bruno Giacosa
14,White,Italy,"Added structure, thanks to a blend of Vermentino, Malvasia and Chardonnay and power due to higher alcohol, create a robust Sardinian white that would pair beautifully with elaborate seafood (think lobster). The fruit is there but is not overstated and comes on the heels of pristine mineral tones.",Entemari,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2005 Entemari White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2005-entemari-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2005,Pala
14.2,Red,US,"I admire this blend. It took real courage to work with the Spanish varieties of Touriga, Tempranillo and Souzao. The wine is soft and rich, with spicy flavors veering toward cherry kirsch, and a veneer of smoky oak. One can only hope that the winery continues working at it. Could be a real breakthrough.",Zarzuela Red Wine,30,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2003 Zarzuela Red Wine Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2003-zarzuela-red-wine-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Murrieta's Well
,Red,US,"Complex aromas mix a fragrant blend of soy, black fruits, chalk and graphite. The tannins—big, chalky and a bit rough—overshadow the fruit, which remains compact and tucked away. There is plenty of tart acid along with those tannins to warrant cellaring this wine for at least five years. If you pop it now, give it several hours of breathing time.",Estate,32,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2004 Estate Tempranillo (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2004-estate-tempranillo-southern/,Tempranillo,2004,Abacela
,Red,France,"For this vintage, this is an impressively dense wine, packed with firm, solid fruits and layers of new wood. There are flavors of black currants, a touch of spice, and refreshing acidity.",Château de Varrains,30,88,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Langlois-Chateau 2002 Château de Varrains  (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-2002-varrains-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Langlois-Chateau
,Red,US,"This young wine is quite tight, sharp and edgy, but promises good things to come. Spicy plum up front quickly goes to bark and earth with the grainy tannins. There is some tasty caramel running through the finish; it's still quite compact.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,60,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2005 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2005-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Lange
13,White,Italy,"A luminous, fruity 80-20 Chardonnay-Malvasia blend from the southern Puglia region that showcases aromas of white fruit pulp, peach and citrus. You'll get pretty, pear-like flavors in the mouth, good intensity and refreshing crispness on the close.",Marmorelle,10,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenute Rubino 2005 Marmorelle White (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-rubino-2005-marmorelle-white-salento/,White Blend,2005,Tenute Rubino
13.5,Red,Italy,"What the 2003 vintage delivers in terms of instant gratification, this wine makes up for with subtle, almost teasing, nuances of berry, clove, spice bread and toast. It's beautifully expressive in the mouth with firm tannins and very good length.",Villa Donoratico,35,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Argentiera 2004 Villa Donoratico  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2004-villa-donoratico-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2004,Tenuta Argentiera
14,Red,Italy,"Iron, earth and ripe pomegranate fruit are backed by a brackish, almost marine-like tone. It's a simple but clean wine with soft tannins and menthol notes on the finish.",Papale,17,88,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Vigne & Vini 2002 Papale Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-vini-2002-papale-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2002,Vigne & Vini
,Red,US,"Ken Wright creates a powerful, ripe and somewhat alcoholic red blend in this hot vintage. It feels a bit manipulated—the chalky tannins have been softened up and made more accessible—but the soft cherry fruit stands out and gives a warm, silky impression in the mouth.",Del Rio Claret,36,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Tyrus Evan 2003 Del Rio Claret Red (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrus-evan-2003-rio-claret-red-southern/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Tyrus Evan
14.1,White,US,"Unoaked Chard and barrel-fermented Viognier comprise the blend on this aromatically fruity dry wine. Brims with floral, citrus, peach and apple flavors. It's fun to drink, but shows real complexity and style. Try with Asian food, or arugula and citrus fruit salads.",Eleganza,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 2005 Eleganza White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2005-eleganza-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,White Blend,2005,Daniel Gehrs
14,Red,Spain,"Condensed leather and spice aromas are up front, while oak and fruit sit in the bouquet's second row. With raspberry and plum flavors balanced by dry spice and vanilla notes, there's complexity to the palate. Overall it's a nicely balanced wine with the full allotment of oak character. Not a boutique wine at 25,000 cases.",Crianza,16,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Solabal 2003 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solabal-2003-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Solabal
14,Red,Italy,"Distinct notes of blueberry, black fruit and sweet spice; yet despite the intensity of the aromas, this is anything but heavy or austere. Thanks to only stainless steel aging it has many delicate touches such as pressed red rose petal and fresh currant flavors.",Riserva Vigneto ai Palazzi,32,88,Veneto,Piave,,Masottina 2002 Riserva Vigneto ai Palazzi Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-2002-riserva-vigneto-ai-palazzi-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2002,Masottina
13,White,Italy,"A very enticing ensemble, here is a fruity-floral white with fresh tones of yellow rose, acacia, melon, pear and Golden Delicious apple. It is lean and crisp in the mouth with lingering mineral tones over a lengthy finish.   WE NEED AN APPELLATION CALLED SANT'AGATA DEI GOTI",,16,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mustilli 2005 Falanghina (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mustilli-2005-italian-white-falanghina-campania/,Falanghina,2005,Mustilli
14.5,White,Italy,"Hats off to this wine's beautiful clear-bottle packaging that reinforces its crystalline brilliance and polished angles. Accents of white flower, honeycomb and melon make this late-harvest wine (that ages on its lees for three months) immediately attractive. It's creamy and fruit-driven in the mouth with a great finish.",Stellato,25,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Pala 2005 Stellato  (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2005-stellato-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2005,Pala
12,Red,Spain,"At this price, you can't go wrong. At least not with this wine, which veers toward the lush and sweet as it pumps out aromas of melon, pear and almonds. The palate is crisp enough, but not jagged. Flavors of apple and citrus are zesty and correct. Act fast to get it while it's fresh.",,12,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Nessa 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nessa-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Nessa
13.5,Red,Italy,"Ratti has made a lovely Nebbiolo, thick and rich and very friendly. It shows plenty of ripe fruit, spices and anise. On the palate, the fruit takes center stage, so the complexity noted on the nose seems muted; finishes well. A pleasant enough wine now, it will become more interesting with another year of cellaring.",Ochetti,18,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Renato Ratti 2004 Ochetti  (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2004-ochetti-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2004,Renato Ratti
,Red,US,"Rich and textured, with jammy, spicy blackberry, cherry and chocolate licorice flavors that are deep and long in the finish. Has that extra depth of complexity that makes it classic Sonoma Zin.",Reserve,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2004 Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Kenwood
13,White,US,"There's plenty of tropical fruit and peach flavor in this wine, but also a rich, herbal earthiness, not to mention oaky barrel influences. It's a Chard to have with food.",,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kent Rasmussen 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Kent Rasmussen
,White,US,"This is solid, juicy viognier, with pleasing texture and plenty of spice. The fruit is thick and mixes pear, apple and pineapple with hints of lime. Some heat can be felt in the finish—this is not a shy wine—but the winery has done an excellent job with the fruit.",Estate,27,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2005 Estate Viognier (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2005-estate-viognier-willamette-valley/,Viognier,2005,Cristom
13.5,White,Italy,"Falanghina grapes are nourished by potassium and phosphorus-rich volcanic soils to produce this wonderfully clean wine and its strong mineral component. Tropical fruit, kiwi, banana, passion fruit, pine nut and even a touch of maple syrup follow, thanks to five months in barrique. It's structured enough to pair with elaborate pasta dishes, white meat and pork.",Caracci,29,88,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 2003 Caracci Falanghina (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2003-caracci-italian-white-falanghina-falerno-massico/,Falanghina,2003,Villa Matilde
14,Red,Spain,"Nice slate and mineral aromas meld with exotic spice and black-fruit scents; next up is a palate of lively cherry, raspberry and citrus zest. You get plenty of depth and spunk for a good price—wines with this much kick and verve usually don't sell for this little.",El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa Old Vines,11,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2005 El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa Old Vines Grenache (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2005-el-chaparral-de-old-vines-grenache-navarra/,Grenache,2005,Vega Sindoa
14.6,White,US,"It must be the clone that lends a slightly heavy, earthy weight and flavor to this Chard, which is softer and more rustic than Foley's other '05s. The pineapple, lemon, guava and nectarine have a stewed or baked pie-filling quality. Quite good, but not really my favorite of the lineup.",Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 76,35,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 76 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-clone-76-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Foley
14.2,Red,US,"From the black color and glycerine stains, you can tell this is a high-extract wine. It's very dry, with huge blackberry pie filling and caramelly new oak flavors that flood the mouth, leading to a long finish. It's thick and immature now, and needs time. Better after mid-2007.",,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Astrale e Terra 2002 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrale-e-terra-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2002,Astrale e Terra
,Red,France,"Bonnaventure is the family name of the owners of Coulaine. Aged in big wooden barrels, this finely balanced wine has a fresh, juicy character, the tannins lightly swept with spice, the fruit poised and crisp.",Bonnaventure,19,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Château de Coulaine 2004 Bonnaventure  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coulaine-2004-bonnaventure-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Château de Coulaine
,Red,US,"A cool vintage in southern Oregon has created a very tart Grenache, with the fruit showing sour plum and raspberry flavors. Spicy and almost sour, it's got good verve and snap for those who enjoy high-acid wines. The flash of black pepper in the finish adds welcome texture.",,24,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2005 Grenache (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2005-grenache-southern/,Grenache,2005,Abacela
,Red,Australia,"From a single McLaren Vale vineyard, this is fermented in old-fashioned open-top cement vats, then aged 18 months in American oak. It's a spicy Shiraz, filled with clove, star anise and meaty notes, but backed by plum and cassis flavors that roll out luxuriously across the palate.",Vineyard Select,21,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Angove's 2005 Vineyard Select Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2005-vineyard-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,Angove's
,Red,US,"The vintage delivers the goods—a pretty nose scented with red fruits, earth and spice, and an elegant structure that lays gently on the palate. It's ripe but laid back, with the alcohol a sensible, food-friendly 13.5%, and the wine true to varietal, with persistent flavors of cola and berry dusted with cinnamon.",,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2005 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2005-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Willamette Valley Vineyards
14.5,Red,Spain,"The nose is hefty and full of molten berry and bacon aromas, while the palate is rough, with young tannins and plush with plum and cassis flavors. Finishes with the taste of mocha and tannic clamp. Give it until 2008 for best results.",,34,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2004-tempranillo-tinta-fina-ribera-duero/,Tinta Fina,2004,Emilio Moro
,Red,France,"Négociant firm Monmousseau has produced a delicious, smoky wine, packed full of cranberry flavors, rounded tannins and blackberry jelly texture. It's ripe and full, benefiting from the warm year.",Domaine du Grand Bréviande,12,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Monmousseau 2005 Domaine du Grand Bréviande  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monmousseau-2005-domaine-grand-breviande-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Monmousseau
,Red,France,"Agnès Sorel, the 15th-century mistress of King Charles VII of France, is believed to have been born in Touraine on the Loire. This wine, named after her, is fresh and crisp, with red berry fruits and acidity. It's a wine that is ready to drink, although the layers of wood and delicate tannins suggest it could lie down for another year.",Agnès Sorel,,88,Loire Valley,Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 2005 Agnès Sorel  (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-alain-lorieux-2005-agnes-sorel-cabernet-franc-saint-nicolas-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Pascal & Alain Lorieux
14.9,Red,US,"The vineyard is in Santa Maria Valley, a cool area, but this is an exceedingly ripe Pinot. The flavors are of cherry pie filling, raspberry-infused chocolate truffle and cola, made spicier by toasty oak. Fortunately, the wine has a silky elegance. The French will scratch their heads, but it's a polished, delicious New World Pinot.",Julia's Vineyard,45,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Benjamin Silver 2003 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-silver-2003-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Benjamin Silver
,Red,US,"Made in the house style, an expressive, supple young wine of enormous fruit and early-drinking charm. Soft and silky, with barely noticable tannins, this has scads of raspberries, cherries, sweet pomegranates, tangerines and cola. Drink now–2010.",Rio Vista Vineyard,45,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Tantara 2005 Rio Vista Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2005-rio-vista-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Tantara
,Red,France,"A more supple, lighter-weight vintage. There's more spice and cedar, less densely packed fruit. Picks up berry tea flavors and some drying astringency on the finish. Drink up.",Les Ruchets,83,88,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2000 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2000-ruchets-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Jean-Luc Colombo
14.5,Red,Australia,"Langmeil's entry-level Shiraz is an impressive effort, combining bright aromatics and bold flavors of mulberries, blackberries and raspberries, then framing them with subtle undertones of vanilla. The texture is creamy and ultrasmooth, turning crisp and a bit tart on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Valley Floor,23,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Langmeil 2005 Valley Floor Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langmeil-2005-valley-floor-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Langmeil
14.4,White,US,"I'm not sure what makes this Chard taste unbalanced, or maybe unready is a better word. All the pieces seem correct, especially the hedonistically ripe fruit, which spans the gamut from green apples and peaches to pineapples, guavas and nectarines. The oak is gorgeously creamy. Give it two to four years in the bottle, to let the parts knit together.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,39,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Testarossa 2005 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2005-sanford-benedict-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Testarossa
14.3,Red,US,"Ripe, dry and immature, this 100% Cab comes from a vineyard in the Vaca Mountains east of the Silverado Trail. It's quite tight and tannic now, but shows a rich heart of blue and black stone fruits and berries. Seems to have the balance to age, and should improve after 2008.",,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oakville Ranch 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Oakville Ranch
13,White,Italy,"A distinctive PG that puts a high priority on elegance and refinement. The aromas are characterized by white flower, minerals, almond skin and peaches; and the wine rests on its lees for 8 months to render a broader, creamier mouthfeel.",,37,88,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2005 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Mario Schiopetto
,White,US,"This deeply-flavored Chard comes from one of the coolest growing areas in California, and in this warm vintage, the grapes are perfectly ripe. They brim with white peach, pineapple, vanilla custard, tangerine and kiwi flavors, heightened and brightened with crisp acidity.",Wolff Vineyard,17,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Mount Eden Vineyards 2004 Wolff Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2004-wolff-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Mount Eden Vineyards
,Red,France,"This is one of Raffault's single-vineyard wines, coming from the first slope above the Loire. It is delicate, with light, fresh red fruits and a good smoky edge. This is ready to drink now; might age for another year.",Les Galuches,15,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Jean-Maurice Raffault 2005 Les Galuches  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-maurice-raffault-2005-galuches-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Jean-Maurice Raffault
,White,US,"Here's a real tropical fruit salad of a Chardonnay, ripe and lightly toasty and simply loaded with rich fruit flavor. The only off notes are some slightly bitter phenolics, but the big, juicy fruit more than compensates, especially as it drives through a long and powerful finish.",Reserve,15,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-2003-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2003,Eola Hills
13,Red,Italy,"A modern take on Barbera, the Martini has aromas of ripe fruit with an overlay of vanilla on the palate. While not particularly complex, the big fruit character makes for an undemanding but pleasant wine.",,13,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Fratelli Martini 2004  Barbera d'Asti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-martini-2004-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2004,Fratelli Martini
13.5,Red,Italy,"Loads of sweet spice, cumin and curry round off a red fruit-driven nose, but are never overstated. The cooler climate helps shape delicate aromas and keeps the wine's structure firm yet refreshing. This  will prove a perfect match to Indian and exotic foods.",Spitz,,88,,Alto Adige,,Franz Gojer-Glögglhof 2004 Spitz Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-gojer-glogglhof-2004-spitz-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2004,Franz Gojer-Glögglhof
,Red,US,"Quailhurst is the first single vineyard bottling ever done for Dobbes, though it's not the winery's estate vineyard. This is dark, smoky, fragrant and immediately seductive juice. But along with the obvious power and weight comes fruit that is just a bit syrupy, and far too much of the vanilla extract flavors for my palate. Maybe the barrel influence will fade with time.",Quailhurst Estate,65,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Dobbes Family Estate 2004 Quailhurst Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobbes-family-estate-2004-quailhurst-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dobbes Family Estate
,Red,France,"A single-vineyard wine that is commercialized by the cooperative at St-Cyr-en-Bourg in Saumur. Although it has no wood element in its maturation, it is still a smooth, velvety wine with round tannins on top of the perfumed flavors and black fruits.",,13,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Clos de la Lysardière 2005  Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lysardiere-2005-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Clos de la Lysardière
8.5,White,Germany,"Surprisingly taut and fresh for a 2005, this spätlese starts off a bit leesy and smoky, then opens up to reveal pear, melon and spice flavors. Shows great verve and energy on the citrusy finish.",Longuicher Maximiner Herrenberg Spätlese,28,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Bernhard Eifel 2005 Longuicher Maximiner Herrenberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernhard-eifel-2005-longuicher-maximiner-herrenberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Bernhard Eifel
,Red,US,"A blend of three vineyards—Maresh, Anderson Family and Stoller—this appealing Pinot wraps its raspberry fruit in streaks of cola and cocoa. The herbal, earthy tannins come in later, adding more depth and weight.",Stewart,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2004 Stewart Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2004-stewart-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Boedecker Cellars
13.5,Red,Italy,"The Poggio is a friendly wine with plenty of superripe blackberry fruit, a big, thick almost chunky structure that finishes with a burst of fruit. No great subtlety, but immensely likeable.",,13,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Castello del Poggio 2003  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-2003-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2003,Castello del Poggio
13.9,Red,US,"This is a very young Cabernet, not really showing its stuff now, but it's pretty solid for the cellar. Dry and tannic, it shows a polished structure, and what it currently lacks in fruity oomph, it makes up for with a richly earthy elegance. Should develop well from 2007–2011.",Family Home,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Source Napa 2003 Family Home Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/source-napa-2003-family-home-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Source Napa
13,White,Italy,"For those who still need convincing, this wine affirms Greco di Tufo's prominence as one of Southern Italy's most versatile white wines. With good intensity and complexity, the nose yields Granny Smith apple, white stone, basil leaf and more herbal flavors in the mouth: from the relatively new Tenute di Altavilla property in the province of Avellino.",Tenute di Altavilla,26,89,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Villa Matilde 2005 Tenute di Altavilla  (Greco di Tufo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2005-tenute-altavilla-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2005,Villa Matilde
13,White,Spain,"For several years running, one of our favorite bargain whites has been Basa. This '05 is still kicking with citrus and tropical-fruit aromas as well as defined flavors of pink grapefruit, melon and green herbs. With minerality and white pepper on the finish, it has closing complexity.",Basa,11,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Telmo Rodríguez 2005 Basa White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2005-basa-white-rueda/,White Blend,2005,Telmo Rodríguez
,Red,US,"Dramatic, young Pinot, immature and exuberant, showing huge, Dijon-inspired pure fruit flavors of cherry pie filling, tangerine zest, cola, cassis and charry, caramelized new oak. Tastes honeyed, almost sweet, but the tannins and acids keep things on track. Seems like one to drink early.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,52,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Tantara 2005 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2005-sanford-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Tantara
13,Red,US,"As good as many Napa Cabs at twice the price. Dry, richly tannic and smooth, with blackberry and cola flavors and a nice streak of fresh green garden herbs. Best now.",,16,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ramsay 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramsay-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Ramsay
,Red,France,"Produced by Guy Saget, one of the leading négociants in the Loire, this is a smooth, soft wine, very approachable, with new wood flavors and a polished, velvet texture. For a Saumur-Champigny, it is dense and not at all like the more familiar fresh style.",,,89,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Marie de Beauregard 2003  Saumur-Champigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marie-beauregard-2003-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Marie de Beauregard
,Red,France,"A very dense wine, which hints at a future—velvet smooth texture. For the moment, it is concentrated, packed with dark tannins and wood flavors, along with some firm blackberry fruit flavors. Hold for two years.",Clos des Marroniers,25,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine du Roncée 2004 Clos des Marroniers  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roncee-2004-clos-marroniers-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Domaine du Roncée
13.5,Red,US,"This is the winery's Meritage, and the '03 has all five Bordeaux varieties, led by Cabernet Sauvignon. It's a fairly standard Alexander Valley Cab, dry and herbal, soft in tannins and ageworthy, and, in this case, complex and elegant. Drink now through 2015.",Reserve Alexandre,55,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2003 Reserve Alexandre Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2003-reserve-alexandre-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Geyser Peak
,Red,France,"This is a blend of Bordeaux grapes with the local Abouriou and Fer, perfumed, with great structure and firm tannins. There are mint flavors, pure fresh fruit and a lively but dry aftertaste.",Chante Coucou,27,89,Southwest France,Côtes du Marmandais,,Elian da Ros 2004 Chante Coucou Red (Côtes du Marmandais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elian-ros-2004-chante-coucou-red-cotes-marmandais/,Red Blend,2004,Elian da Ros
,Red,US,"There is plenty of herb evident in this wine, along with an underlying minerality. This is an almost textbook example of a particular Oregon style, quite different from the broad, sweet flavors of California Pinot Noir. Here you'll find plenty of earthy texture and flavors of leaf, stem and soil.",Rocheux,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Le Cadeau 2004 Rocheux Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2004-rocheux-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Le Cadeau
14.5,Red,Spain,"For several years running this Garnacha from the Borsao winery has been popular among those seeking size, balance and affordability. The 2004 is a bit oaky and modern, but with its bacon, leather and dark-berry aromas and flavors it'll win you over. Lush enough but with good spine.",Tres Picos,12,89,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2004 Tres Picos Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2004-tres-picos-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2004,Borsao
,Red,France,"The Durou family has been at Gaudou since the 18th century, and today Fabrice Durou is the latest in the line to make Cahors on the 86-acre property. This blend of Malbec, Merlot and Tannat is initially juicy, until the firm, solid tannins kick in. It's still young with blackberry and bold fruit flavors, and young fruit tannins.",,9,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2003 Red (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2003-red-cahors/,Red Blend,2003,Château de Gaudou
,Red,US,"Despite a hefty alcohol of 15.4%, this Pinot feels lilting and charming, a wine of early drinkability. Rich in gentle cherry, black raspberry and cinnamon-clove flavors, it shows the winemakers' liking for stem inclusion in the earthy, sage-and herb notes, and a salty, peat moss quality in the finish, like a fine single-malt Scotch. Thoroughly enjoyable now.",Estate,28,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2005 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2005-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Melville
9,White,Germany,"Leesy, smoky and with a note of diesel oil, this light-bodied offering from the Saar emphasizes the mineral aspects of its site, then adds graceful notes of tart green apples and citrus to perk things up. Crisp, long and mouthwatering on the finish. Imported by HB Wine Merchants.",Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett,18,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2005 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2005-ockfener-bockstein-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,St. Urbans-Hof
14,Red,Australia,"Creamy and lush, seemingly destined for immediate consumption. Eucalyptus marks the nose, giving it a lifted quality, but the main flavors are of plum and cassis, wrapped in a soft cocoon of caramel and cedar. Drink now.",The Ringer,19,89,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rafferty's Rules 2002 The Ringer Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raffertys-rules-2002-ringer-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rafferty's Rules
,Red,France,"This comes from the plateau above the river Vienne, an area where the soil is a mix of clay and chalk. With its vanilla and toast over red, spicy fruit, with a touch of smokiness, this is smooth, ripe and elegant.",Les Picasses,16,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Jean-Maurice Raffault 2004 Les Picasses  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-maurice-raffault-2004-picasses-red-chinon/,Cabernet Blend,2004,Jean-Maurice Raffault
14.5,Red,US,"This limited production wine comes from Estancia's vineyard in the red-hot Santa Lucia appellation. Like most Pinots from there, it's a big wine; gutsy with real acidity and tannins, but very ripe fruit. It's brawny now, but should be smoother in four or five years.",Stonewall Vineyard,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Estancia 2004 Stonewall Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2004-stonewall-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Estancia
,Red,France,"From Pierre Caslot, one of the top traditional winemakers in Bourgueil, comes this firm, quite tannic wine, whose solid structure is compensated by the fresh raspberry flavors. This needs at least three years aging, but it does show the firm, classic side of Bourgueil.",Chevalerie,22,89,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Domaine la Chevalerie 2004 Chevalerie Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalerie-2004-chevalerie-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Domaine la Chevalerie
14,Red,Spain,"Pure dark plum and blackberry aromas define the bouquet, while accents of coconut and mushroom get into the game. An intense palate of cherry, plum and buttery oak finishes in a cascade of dark fruit and medium-weight tannins. Give it a year to come together.",Crianza,30,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Callejo 2003 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callejo-2003-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Callejo
,Red,US,"Abacela's Claret is a well-defined Bordeaux blend of 60% Cab Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 4% Cab Franc and a splash of Petite Verdot. Packed with plenty of firm, forward fruit, it delivers full-throttle flavors of berries and plums, highlighted with some sweeter notes. Candied raisins and brown sugar decorate the tart fruit, then lead into a smoky, earthy, tannic finish.",Claret,35,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2004 Claret Red (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2004-claret-red-southern/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Abacela
,Red,France,"Made from ungrafted vines, this shows its vintage with its rich, smooth, polished fruit over soft, sweet tannins. It has flavors of black plum skins, finishing with red berry acidity and hints of good aging potential.",Les Varennes du Grand Clos Franc de Pied,37,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2005 Les Varennes du Grand Clos Franc de Pied  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2005-varennes-grand-clos-franc-pied-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Charles Joguet
,Red,US,"Tart fruit suggests red currants and sour cherry, along with flavors of earth and soil. Hints of soy and iron filings add texture to the tannins, and the finish has a spicy lift.",Stoller Vineyard,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2004 Stoller Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2004-stoller-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Boedecker Cellars
14.1,White,US,"The winery's estate vineyard has produced a fine, crisp and thoroughly delicious PB. With its bells and whistles barrel fermentation, sur lies aging and intensely pure Meyer lemon drop, honeysuckle and mineral flavors and steely clean texture, it's a big wine, but food-friendly.",La Encantada Vineyard,28,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-encantada-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Alma Rosa
13,Red,Italy,"Twelve months of aging in French oak help shape inviting aromas of red berry, sweet spice bread, slate roof and forest floor. The toasted tones are pronounced and add to this Merlot's overall richness and flavor. An easy match to most meat dishes.",Mandrielle,35,89,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 2003 Mandrielle Merlot (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2003-mandrielle-merlot-santantimo/,Merlot,2003,Castello Banfi
,White,US,"This is not the estate bottling, but it is also from Dijon clones, and almost as good. A solid effort, it sports clean, ripe fruit and zippy acids. There is less of the buttery softness of the estate Chardonnay, but plenty of crisp green apple, Japanese pear and even a smattering of papaya. Fine value.",Dijon Clone,17,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2004 Dijon Clone Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2004-dijon-clone-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Willamette Valley Vineyards
14.6,White,US,"Opens with powerful lemon drop, lemon peel and toast aromas that turn firm and minerally in the mouth, almost hard, with a steely, gun-flint edge to the lemon custard flavors. With very high acidity, this polished Chard finishes dry and classy.",Rancho Santa Rosa,30,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2005 Rancho Santa Rosa Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2005-rancho-santa-rosa-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Foley
13,Red,Italy,"Full of pleasant surprises, this red blend offers high intensity in the form of blackberry, green bell pepper and crushed peppercorn backed by chocolate, cigar and toast. A fine, modern wine with firm structure but also with a plush, velvety mouthfeel despite only five months in oak.",Ad Astra,21,89,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fattoria Nittardi 2004 Ad Astra  (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-nittardi-2004-ad-astra-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2004,Fattoria Nittardi
14.5,White,US,"Not too many Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc blends call themselves Meritage anymore, but here's one, and it's a nice wine. Semillon fattens the wine out, adding a rich, nutty oiliness to Sauvignon's lean citrus and grass flavors. The result is balanced and elegant.",Meritage,23,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2004 Meritage White (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2004-meritage-white-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2004,Murrieta's Well
,Red,France,"Legrand's top wine needs aging, as it is a little austere when young. But to compensate there are some good red berry fruits, with fresh layers of acidity. The aromas, too, are already enticing. There is a touch of toast, finishing with red currants and cranberries.",Les Rogelins,,89,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Rene-Noel Legrand 2004 Les Rogelins  (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-noel-legrand-2004-rogelins-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Rene-Noel Legrand
14.6,Red,US,"Cosentino has a lot of Napa Bordeaux reds out there: the M. Coz, Legends and Poet, among others. This is not his finest wine from the vintage, but it's a very good wine. Polished and refined, it has black currant and oak flavors and is dry. But there's some thinness. Drink now–2009.",Hoopes Ranch,75,89,California,Napa,Oakville,Cosentino 2003 Hoopes Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2003-hoopes-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Cosentino
12.5,White,Italy,"There is a beautifully polished pear and Golden Delicious apple component to the nose, but there is also an attractive mineral side that adds dimension and contrast. Additional aromas include kiwi, honeydew, dried herbs and even a tiny hint of bubble gum or rock candy. Tasty pear flavors characterize the mouth.",,19,89,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Mastroberardino 2005 Falanghina (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2005-italian-white-falanghina-sannio/,Falanghina,2005,Mastroberardino
13,Red,US,"Nice young Pinot, with a crisp balance that makes you think of rich food, like ahi tuna or a sirloin steak. Shows cherry, black raspberry and cola flavors, with an earthy, soy and balsamic mushroom note. Drink now.",,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kent Rasmussen 2005 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-2005-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kent Rasmussen
13,Dessert,Spain,"An ultrarich, TBA-styled Moscatel, syrupy and dripping with concentrated peach, pineapple and mango flavors. Almost overdone but still in balance courtesy of good acidity.",Old Vines,66,89,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2004 Old Vines Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2004-old-vines-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2004,Jorge Ordóñez & Co.
14.8,Red,US,,Private Reserve,23,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2004 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2004-private-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Sausal
13.5,Red,Italy,"The Veglio is a big, slightly raw wine with flavors of fruit cake, smoke, almonds and roses. The palate begins solidly, but quickly thins out, leaving little in the finish. Needs a few years.",Tortoniano,50,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2001 Tortoniano  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2001-tortoniano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Michele Chiarlo
,Red,US,"Abacela consistently produces one of Oregon's best Merlots, avoiding the tough, green tannins that often characterize the wines. This young, tart wine includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot in the blend, giving it extra weight and richness in the mid-palate. Lightly smoky, with plenty of compact but powerful black fruits.",,19,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2004 Merlot (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2004-merlot-southern/,Merlot,2004,Abacela
14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is north of Yountville, on the Silverado Trail. The wine is extremely dry and very tannic, too astringent now, although decanting and airing will help. There's some deeply polished cassis fruit way down that suggests midterm aging.",Rector Creek Vineyard,95,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2003 Rector Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2003-rector-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Duckhorn
,Red,US,"The winery's reserve Pinot is a substantial wine that clearly stands apart from its well-made budget bottle. (It should also be noted that, to the winery's credit, their reserve costs about what most Oregon budget bottles go for). This is vertically structured with mixed red fruits and nicely detailed whiffs and streaks of bark, earth, pepper and iron filings. It carries its compact flavors through a crisp and extended finish.",Reserve,24,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Eola Hills
,Red,US,A good effort built upon firm black cherry with berry and citrus. There's a light whiff of the barnyard that adds some interest without detracting from the overall quality.,Shea Vineyard,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2004 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2004-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Boedecker Cellars
14,Red,Italy,"The Tenuta boasts a mature gorgeous nose of plums, smoked meat, chocolate and road tar. The complexity comes through on the palate, but it is confined to the midpalate, leaving little for the finish. While the flavors seem fully mature, the structure is not; hence the slight disconnect on the palate.",,59,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenuta Rocca 2000  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rocca-2000-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2000,Tenuta Rocca
15.3,Red,US,"Loved the '02, didn't care for the '03, but the '04 is a welcome return to form for the softly lush texture and voluptuous fruit. It's so ripe and luscious in cherry marmalade, crème de cassis, melted chocolate truffle and licorice flavors. Serve it with something simple but classy, like a fine grilled steak.",,31,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Provisor 2004 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provisor-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2004,Provisor
,Red,US,"A marvelous value, the Tavola brings bright raspberry fruit, spicy black tea and Dr. Pepper flavors to the fore. Details include streaks of licorice and baking chocolate; it's got great complexity for a wine in this price range, and steers clear of the vegetal/leafy stuff that plagues a lot of Oregon Pinot. This is complex and almost satiny as it swoops through the finish.",Tavola,23,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2005 Tavola Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2005-tavola-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ponzi
,Red,France,"The Guy Saget take on Chinon is big and burly, with dark tannins. Still very young, this needs to soften out from its current dryness. But it's impressive, a new-wood aged wine that shows the intensity possible in a hot year like 2005.",,,90,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Marie de Beauregard 2005  Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marie-beauregard-2005-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Marie de Beauregard
13,White,Spain,"At first whiff you may not be impressed; the nose offers abnormal butterscotch and honey. But once you get into the wine you'll encounter feminine orange, lemon, melon and custard flavors sitting on the plumpest, most comfortable palate in Galicia. Purity of fruit is by far the wine's leading attribute.",,28,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Nora da Neve 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nora-neve-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Nora da Neve
13.5,Red,Italy,"If you like richly oaked reds, this is your wine. The toasted notes are pungent but they don't completely mask the fresh plum, cherry and currant. Vanilla and clove flavors are reinforced by rock-solid tannins and excellent persistency on the finish. Drink after 2008.",Nectar Dei,52,90,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fattoria Nittardi 2004 Nectar Dei  (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-nittardi-2004-nectar-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2004,Fattoria Nittardi
14,Red,Spain,"Starts out rough and almost rubbery, but patience will be rewarded with tight cherry, cassis and cola flavors jumping on a bed of cheek-starching tannins. Airing and food are key to enjoying this serious Tempranillo. Drink now–2011.",Reserva,20,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Legaris 2001 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legaris-2001-reserva-tempranillo-tinta-fina-ribera-duero/,Tinta Fina,2001,Legaris
,Red,US,"Though Malbec makes up three-fourths, there is also a substantial amount of Cab Sauvignon and Franc, making this a sort of inverted Meritage. It is the most black and inky of the new releases, yet not as jammy as the warmer 2003 vintage. This version shows red fruits such as pomegranate and red currant, expanding into a full, spicy mid-palate. It then surprisingly turns a corner and adds licorice and gingerbread to the mix, with a hint of mint. A complex, intriguing wine.",,23,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2004 Malbec (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2004-malbec-southern/,Malbec,2004,Abacela
15,Red,Australia,"Shows distinctive Barossa style, with a touch of alcoholic warmth to the superripe blackberry liqueur flavors. Ample oak imparts toast, vanilla, mint and chocolate complexity. It's a big, full-bodied wine, but because of its ripeness is approachable now.",Gold Label,25,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Wolf Blass 2004 Gold Label Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2004-gold-label-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Wolf Blass
13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot blend that borrows on Bordeaux inspiration but delivers an all-Italian personality. Earthy smells are woven seamlessly with notes of forest berry, blackberry and cedar wood; there's also an appealing hint of smoked bacon. The wine appears firm and solid in the mouth.",Adèo,25,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo alla Sughera 2004 Adèo  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-alla-sughera-2004-adeo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2004,Campo alla Sughera
14.5,Red,Australia,"Winemaker Ben Glaetzer has crafted yet another excellent wine for the Mitolo family, and even though the Reiver Shiraz seems a touch better this vintage, the G.A.M. is no slouch. Its bouquet of vanilla, spice and plum pudding even smells rich, and that's followed by a medium- to full-bodied wine with a creamy texture and authoritative fruit flavors. Shows a touch of warmth on the finish, but also spice notes and some dusty tannins. Drink 2008–2015.",G.A.M.,47,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2005 G.A.M. Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2005-gam-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,Mitolo
13.5,Red,Italy,"An immense hefty Barbera showing a good deal of dark fruit, smoked meat and licorice. On the palate, it is still a little fragmented, but with another year of bottle age, it will make a very nice bottle of wine.",La Court,40,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 2003 La Court  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2003-court-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2003,Michele Chiarlo
14.5,White,Spain,"This multi-grape white blend is aged in a fair amount of new and once-used oak, and it has the aromas and mouthfeel of a good Burgundy or California Chardonnay. With 14.5% alcohol, it's quite New World in its delivery of apricot and peach flavors, riding on powerful vanilla and toast notes. Excellent but oaky; somewhere a beaver is smiling.",Remelluri,52,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,"Granja Ntra, Sra. de Remelluri 2004 Remelluri White (Rioja)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granja-ntra-sra-remelluri-2004-remelluri-white-rioja/,White Blend,2004,"Granja Ntra, Sra. de Remelluri"
,Red,US,"This vineyard is still transitioning through a bout of phylloxera, yet still manages to produce a lovely Pinot with rich, fleshy flavors. The balance is perfect, a testament to Ken Wright's exceptional winemaking talent, and the young, spicy fruit is compact and pleasantly herbal. It lacks some of the complexity of the older vine wines, but packs plenty of compressed power.",Guadalupe,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2005 Guadalupe Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2005-guadalupe-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ken Wright
14,Red,Italy,"This is a new, promising estate from Campania (southern Italy) that makes “one bottle equals one vine” its operating philosophy. With that kind of intense concentration, you can expect deeply etched tones of blackberry, figs and cherry preserves. But that's not all: toasted cedar, vanilla, tobacco and campfire aromas are also prominent thanks to 18 months of barrique aging.",Selvanova,45,89,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Fattoria Selvanova 2003 Selvanova Aglianico (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-selvanova-2003-selvanova-italian-red-aglianico-terre-volturno/,Aglianico,2003,Fattoria Selvanova
14.5,Dessert,Italy,"This is a lovely dessert wine that should be served very chilled. Its aromas are intense and inviting and recall almond, plush peach, apricot and honey. Smooth and creamy in the mouth, the wine delivers extra richness and a luscious mouthfeel (grapes are left to dry on the vine).",Assoluto,43,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2005 Assoluto White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2005-assoluto-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2005,Pala
,Red,US,"Note that this is an older vintage than the winery's other current releases. From a ripe, hot year this is a typical effort, with more color, alcohol and tannin than the creamy '04s or elegant '05s, but less finesse. Thick, tight and chewy, it's got plenty of chunky fruit, hard tannins, and chalky acids. Perhaps some years in the cellar will soften it up a bit, but right now it's one tough Pinot.",Griffin's Cuvée,45,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Dobbes Family Estate 2003 Griffin's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobbes-family-estate-2003-griffins-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Dobbes Family Estate
13.5,Red,Spain,"Sierra Cantabria never really gets it wrong. Even in a rough, cool year like 2002, its Crianza is solid and stylish. The nose is common and good, with cherry, spice and leathery aromas. The palate is also solid, with tobacco notes intermixing with plum and berry flavors. Shows adequate power and precision, and it's true to the region's traditions.",Crianza,17,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2002 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2002-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2002,Sierra Cantabria
,White,US,"From 30-year-old vines, pressed whole cluster and stainless steel fermented. Spritzy and sweet, it smells and tastes quite like orange pekoe tea, generously infused with sugar. Too sweet, but not enough for dessert, and spritzy but not really frizzante—what exactly do you do with this wine? The winery suggests trying Early Muscat zabaglione, or serve it with lavender butter cookies.",Dewey Kelly Early,18,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Ribbon Ridge 2005 Dewey Kelly Early Muscat (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ribbon-ridge-2005-dewey-kelly-early-muscat-southern-rogue-valley/,Muscat,2005,Ribbon Ridge
13,Red,Spain,"Sweet, simple cherry aromas greet you, and they are backed by hints of almond candy. The palate is snappy as it deals strawberry and raspberry flavors. The mouthfeel is fresh, the weight light, and overall it's a clean, lighter-bodied wine that's ready to go now.",Anoranza Crianza,8,86,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Lozano 2002 Anoranza Crianza Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lozano-2002-anoranza-crianza-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2002,Lozano
14,Red,US,"You can't beat the price. It's distinctly Amador, with that taste of ripe, briary red and black berries growing on thorn bushes hidden in the mountain scrub. Throw in a chocolaty edge, and total dryness, and you've got a great barbecue wine. Best Buy.",Special Reserve,10,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2005 Special Reserve Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2005-special-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2005,Shenandoah
13.9,White,US,"Rich, creamy and fruity, with a blast of pineapple, peach pie, green apple butter and Asian spice flavors, it's dry, with refreshing cool-climate acidity.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mia's Playground 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mias-playground-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Mia's Playground
11.5,White,Germany,"Smells of waxed citrus rinds, and although there's a hint of green apple to the flavors, that same citrusy note dominates. It's a light- to medium-bodied, relatively dry Riesling that could just use a touch more weight and power.",Halbtrocken,18,85,Rheinhessen,,,Sander 2005 Halbtrocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sander-2005-halbtrocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,Sander
8,White,Germany,"A bit gold in color, this is an atypical Mosel kabinett, with a broad, verging on fat, mouthfeel and sweet flavors of honey and spice.",Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett,16,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2005 Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2005-urziger-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Peter Nicolay
13,Red,Spain,"This wine delivers a touch too much barnyard, and even when it settles, what's left is slightly leafy and murky. Beyond that, it's a holdover from a good vintage, so along with stark tannins and old-style Ribera ruggedness there's cranberry, pine and leather notes. Drink now.",Reserva,20,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago del Vostal 2001 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-vostal-2001-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2001,Pago del Vostal
14.2,Red,US,"Pretty good everyday Zin, the kind of spicy wine that makes you think of burgers, lasagna and roast chicken. Offers plenty of cherry-berry flavors and rich tannins.",,12,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 2005 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2005-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2005,Napa Ridge
13.7,White,US,"Good everyday Chard here, nothing fancy, but it shows true varietal character at a good price. Full of peaches and cream, toasy oak, and a spicy finish.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Twin Fin 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-fin-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Twin Fin
13,Red,France,"A fresh, red-fruited wine with supple tannins, this will scratch your itch for inexpensive Pinot Noir. It's medium-bodied, with simple cherry-berry aromas and flavors. Drink now.",,9,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2005 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2005-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2005,Tortoise Creek
13,Red,Spain,"Light and rosy in color, with spicy, peppery aromas blending with hints of raspberry and rhubarb. Very much in the leaner, spicier mold; the palate is slight and the finish dry and peppery.",Crianza,12,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2003 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2003-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,El Coto
13.5,White,US,"With no oak, the fruit stars in this simple, refreshingly dry wine. Lemons and limes, apples and figs predominate, with a spicy, peppery edge leading to a tart finish.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,Civello 2005 Pinot Gris (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/civello-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2005,Civello
,Red,France,"Initially quite rustic in character, this wine does open up to give the typical pencil shavings aromas of the Cabernet Franc and sweet, perfumed tannins. A fresh wine, with good black currant flavors.",Réserve des Vignerons,10,84,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Cave de Saumur 2005 Réserve des Vignerons  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-saumur-2005-reserve-vignerons-cabernet-franc-saumur/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Cave de Saumur
14.3,White,US,"Like a fruit basket in a glass, this easy-drinking Chard explodes with orange popsicle, pineapple jam, lemon meringue pie, peach custard and vanilla aromas and flavors. It's creamy-smooth and a little sweet.",Vintage Selection,12,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2005 Vintage Selection Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2005-vintage-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Pedroncelli
14.5,Red,Israel,"Blueberry, plum and pepper create a subtle but supple combination in this kosher red blend from Recanati. Oak adds warmth and the finish is long, giving the wine power without comprimising its sophisticated style.",Reserve,22,84,Galilee,,,Recanati 2004 Reserve Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2004-reserve-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2004,Recanati
14,Red,Italy,"Sandrone's Nebbiolos are usually minor versions of his great Barolos, but the 2004 did not show particularly well. The tannins are hard, the wine overly structured for the amount of fruit, and the finish is short to medium.",Valmaggiore,45,84,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Sandrone 2004 Valmaggiore  (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2004-valmaggiore-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2004,Sandrone
12.5,Rose,US,"This Tempranillo is bone-dry, high in acidity and kind of rustic; the kind of wine that doesn't show well in a tasting. But pair it with the right food, like bouillabaisse, and the right place, and you might love it.",Rosado,10,84,California,California Other,California,Stevenot 2005 Rosado Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2005-rosado-rose-other/,Rosé,2005,Stevenot
,White,Australia,"A multi-region blend with a striking label, this Chardonnay features stone fruit and sweet corn flavors touched with vanilla. It's a bit simple and almost sweet-tasting, with a sharp tartness to the finish.",Red Belly Black,12,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Angove's 2005 Red Belly Black Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2005-red-belly-black-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Angove's
13.8,White,US,"Earthy and dry, with ashy aromas and herbal flavors. Doesn't really show much varietal flavor, but it's clean.",Barrel Fermented,21,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Placer County,Hawley 2005 Barrel Fermented Viognier (Placer County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2005-barrel-fermented-viognier-sierra-foothills-placer-county/,Viognier,2005,Hawley
14.2,White,US,"Tastes like oak. Pure and simple, it's about vanilla, spice, char, woodsap, caramel and buttered toast. The fruit is pretty thin, suggesting apricots and citrus. Fans of oaky Chards will like it.",Reserve,18,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2005-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Concannon
11.5,White,Germany,"Light and rather innocuous, this dry Riesling just manages to have enough going on to make it recommendable. Some waxy, kerosene-like notes intrigue on the nose, while hints of apple and citrus impart tartness to the finish.",Dry,11,83,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2005 Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2005-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,Louis Guntrum
14.5,Red,US,"Young and tannic, with some acidic harshess to the cherry-berry flavors that's unlikely to age out. Drink now, with rich, fatty foods.",,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,River Star 2003 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-star-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,River Star
15,Red,US,"Tastes raisiny and overripe, with a stewed blackberry flavor, and the softness acentuates the tannins, making them seem harsher than they really are. The wine in short is rustic, and unlikely to improve.",,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Justin
12.5,Red,US,"This isn't the fruitiest Cab ever, but it does have some decent cherry flavors, and will do if all that's needed is a dry, full-bodied red wine.",In the Saddle,9,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hayes Ranch 2004 In the Saddle Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hayes-ranch-2004-in-saddle-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Hayes Ranch
14.6,Red,US,"Not a grand success, but a decently ripe, dry Cab with some raw, green edges. Blackberry jam, coffee, herbs and a touch of oak.",Grand Reserve,15,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2003 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2003-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Villa Mt. Eden
12.5,White,Spain,"Unusual from the beginning, with custard and citrus aromas that don't totally mesh. The palate is dry and devoid of potency; all you really get is blanched almond, green banana and papaya. And it's not getting better as it ages.",Viura-Chardonnay,7,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2005 Viura-Chardonnay White (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2005-viura-chardonnay-white-navarra/,White Blend,2005,Vega Sindoa
9.5,White,Germany,Simple and sweet; ripe apple flavors tinged with just a hint of rock dust.,QbA,10,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Sittmann 2005 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-sittmann-2005-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Carl Sittmann
14.5,White,US,"Simple and fruity, with very ripe pineapple, peach and green apple flavors. The wine finishes crisply.",,11,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cameron Hughes 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Cameron Hughes
13.9,Red,US,"This is a blend of six Rhône varieties, and it's clean, but not very rewarding. It's too thin, and the absence of fruit just makes the acidity and tannins stick out.",Arabesque,24,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 2004 Arabesque Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2004-arabesque-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Bridlewood
13.5,Red,Israel,"Smoke, black currant and chocolate are evident in this kosher Bordeaux blend from Israel's Carmel Winery, but the flavors are slightly-one-dimensional and the price point high. Despite that, it's a delicate, enjoyable wine with unique flavors.",Limited Edition Kosher,60,83,Judean Hills,,,Carmel 2003 Limited Edition Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2003-limited-edition-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Carmel
15,Red,Israel,"Blackberries and black currants aromas are followed by smoked oak and a slightly dry character on the palate. There's also a tartness here, but that will likely be tempered by a few years in the cellar. Overall, a good wine, especially when paired with food, which should take the edge off of it.",Yatir Forest Kosher,65,83,Judean Hills,,,Yatir 2003 Yatir Forest Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yatir-2003-forest-kosher-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Yatir
13,White,Italy,"I had been looking forward to tasting the rare Pallagrello variety but needed more convincing once I did. Yes, the kiwi, green apple, acacia and mineral characteristics are crisp and refreshing but the appearance is slightly cloudy (to be fair, it reads “light filter” on the label) and the flavors are simplistic. Saved from near extinction, only 5,000 cases of Pallagrello are made per year by 10 producers. This estate produces 200 cases.",Acquavigna,20,83,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Fattoria Selvanova 2004 Acquavigna Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-selvanova-2004-acquavigna-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2004,Fattoria Selvanova
12.5,Red,Israel,"Toast and powerful fruit on the nose are misleading—this tends toward the soft side and has well-balanced flavors of berry and tobacco. It's not a complex wine, though.",Gedeon Beth Shemesh Vineyards Kosher,12,83,Judean Hills,,,Noah 2004 Gedeon Beth Shemesh Vineyards Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noah-2004-gedeon-beth-shemesh-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Noah
13.5,Red,US,"Disappointingly thin and acidic, with weedy, herbal flavors and a stubborn streak of stalky green mint to the cherries and berries. Not likely to do anything with age, so drink up.",Meritage,36,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2003 Meritage Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2003-meritage-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Murrieta's Well
13.5,White,Israel,"A subtle floral nose is followed by tropical fruit flavors of pear, banana and citrus in this kosher offering from Israeli winery Recanati. The feel of the wine is slightly watery and the finish is short, but the overall quality of the wine is good.",,13,83,Shomron,,,Recanati 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2005-sauvignon-blanc-shomron/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Recanati
14,Red,US,"Thin, with cola and root beer flavors and a richer dash of cherries. It's clean enough, just one-dimensional.",,16,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mia's Playground 2005 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mias-playground-2005-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Mia's Playground
13.5,Red,Italy,"An old fashioned Barbera; the wine is not totally ripe, but on the plus side  it has bright strawberry flavors if a little too much acidicity. The finish, although quite long, is also a little sour.",,19,83,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Tenuta Rocca 2004  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rocca-2004-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2004,Tenuta Rocca
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Deep raisin, raspberry and anise waft from this kosher Port from Taylor Fladgate. Prune and black cherry on the palate are appealing but there's an excess of anise and the mouthfeel is overly syrupy. A good Port, but a little overloaded.",Fine Ruby Porto Cordovero Kosher,27,83,Douro,,,Taylor Fladgate NV Fine Ruby Porto Cordovero Kosher Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-nv-fine-ruby-porto-cordovero-kosher-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,,Taylor Fladgate
17.2,Dessert,US,"Plenty of sugar in this sweet wine, but it takes more than sweetness to make a great dessert red wine. There are blackberry, chocolate and coffee flavors, but the wine is sharp, and lacks the smooth, velvety mouthfeel that you want.",Late Harvest,16,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pretty-Smith 2001 Late Harvest Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-2001-late-harvest-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2001,Pretty-Smith
13.8,Red,US,"On the plus side, this Cab is dry and fruity. On the minus, it's raw in acids, with a rustic feeling. Seems pricy for what you get.",,15,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Jekel 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Jekel
15,Red,Italy,"Here's a deeply fruity, purple wine with loads of dark berry and blueberry jam on the nose. Almost too much of a good thing, you'll get spice, nutmeg, red beets and a touch of minerality. A nice, but not totally harmonious wine.",,15,84,Southern Italy,Gioia del Colle,,Tenuta Viglione 2003 Primitivo (Gioia del Colle),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-viglione-2003-zinfandel-primitivo-gioia-colle/,Primitivo,2003,Tenuta Viglione
15,Red,US,"I understand what they're trying to do in Red Hills, a potentially exciting appellation of Lake County. But it's a hot climate and 2004 was a hot year, resulting in a Cab that is sweet, soft and high in alcohol. The best feature is the rich blackberry fruit. Drink now.",Obsidian Ridge Vineyard,25,84,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Obsidian Ridge 2004 Obsidian Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obsidian-ridge-2004-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Obsidian Ridge
11.5,White,Spain,"For ages this Moscatel-Gewürztraminer blend has been Torres's prescription for light Mediterranean seafood and Pan Asian cuisine. A total lightweight, it's defined by simplistic lime, pineapple and mango flavors. Clean and crisp on the finish, with little to no aftertaste.",Viña Esmeralda,14,84,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2005 Viña Esmeralda Moscatel (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2005-vina-esmeralda-muscat-moscatel-catalunya/,Moscatel,2005,Torres
13,Red,Greece,"An earthy but slightly sweet nose leads into flavors of meat, clove and dark fruit in this beautifully colored, well-balanced Merlot. The structure is good and the finish lingers with lush fruit.",,16,84,Drama,,,Nico Lazaridi 2003 Merlot (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nico-lazaridi-2003-merlot-drama/,Merlot,2003,Nico Lazaridi
14.8,White,US,"Chalk Hill is attempting to create a world-class PG, full-throttle with ripe fruit and sur lies, produced from selected blocks in the estate vineyard. But at three-plus years, the wine is losing the charm and vibrancy of its fruit, and is picking up the brittle, decaying character of a white wine that's too old.",North Slope,40,84,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2003 North Slope Pinot Gris (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2003-north-slope-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Pinot Gris,2003,Chalk Hill
14.5,Red,US,"Seems stretched of late, the blackberry fruit thinned down with herbs and green mint. While the wine has a lovely, polished texture, the lack of concentration disappoints.",Briarcrest,40,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2003 Briarcrest Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2003-briarcrest-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Clos du Bois
13,Red,Israel,"Ripe berries and spice aromas entice, and the palate continues to please with more raspberry and black pepper. The wine could use more dimension but the lively flavors and substantial finish add weight.",Isaac's Ram Kosher,31,84,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2002 Isaac's Ram Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2002-isaacs-ram-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hevron Heights Winery
,White,US,"Jed Steele has fun working with vineyard-designated Chards from all over the place, but the Lolonis bottling has never been his best. This is an earthy, austere wine whose major influence is smoky, caramelized oak.",Lolonis Vineyard,28,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Steele 2004 Lolonis Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2004-lolonis-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Steele
13,White,Australia,"This deeply golden wine is heavily marked by its time in oak, filled with smoky, toasted aromas and flavors of grilled peaches. Ultimately, the wood dominates the flavor profile. For fans of oaky Chardonnay; drink now.",,18,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2004 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2004-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2004,West Cape Howe
14.5,Red,US,"Kind of rustic, with black and red cherry pie filling flavors tarted up with espresso and a concentrated, red wine reduction richness. The rusticity comes from the edgy tannins and sweetness that make the wine a little medicinal.",Small Lot,30,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2005 Small Lot Grenache (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2005-small-lot-grenache-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Grenache,2005,Wente
13.9,White,US,"Decent everyday Chard, with peachy, pineapply fruit and a creamy texture. The finish is spicy.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2005 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Wellington
13.7,Red,US,"This dry, full-bodied red wine is a little rustic, but the structure is great, and the blackberry, plum, coffee and herb flavors work just fine.",,,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 2004 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2004,Bridlewood
13.5,White,Italy,"Exotic fruit, banana and yellow rose are embellished by toasted almond, vanilla, maple syrup and herbal tones. But the wine is too watery and light-weight in the mouth to score higher.",Valentina,16,84,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 2005 Valentina Vermentino (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2005-valentina-italian-white-vermentino-val-cornia-suvereto/,Vermentino,2005,Gualdo del Re
19,Dessert,US,"Mainly Cab, with some of the Portuguese varieties in there. Fairly sweet, with residual sugar of about 12.5%. High alcohol (19%). Not particularly compelling, but clean and balanced.",Obtuse,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2005 Obtuse Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2005-obtuse-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2005,Justin
12,White,Spain,"Scattered and fading, this soft white features candied aromas in front of mango and cantaloupe flavors. Lacks snap and pop, as it finishes with a soft feel and a strong taste of banana pudding.",,13,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Hermanos Lurton 2005 White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermanos-lurton-2005-white-rueda/,White Blend,2005,Hermanos Lurton
,Red,France,"Owned by Bollinger Champagne, Langlois-Château is one of the top sparkling wine producers in the Loire. But they also make some attractive still wines. This Chinon, soft, fresh and vibrant with red fruits, is a great quaffing wine, simple, with a delicious smoky aftertaste. Drink now.",Les Montifault,19,84,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Langlois-Chateau 2005 Les Montifault  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-2005-montifault-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Langlois-Chateau
13,Red,Israel,"Produced from grapes grown in the Northern Negev/Southern Hebron Hills at Kibbutz Kramim, this rounded kosher Syrah is well-integrated with bright berry and pepper flavors and a lingering finish. Good structure and tannins mean it will age well and can hold its own against bolder dishes.",Kosher,31,84,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2003 Kosher Syrah (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2003-kosher-shiraz-syrah-syrah-judean-hills/,Syrah,2003,Hevron Heights Winery
13.5,Red,Israel,"This deep garnet, kosher red blend from Israel has an exuberant, slightly hot nose of cherry and chocolate and follows with a medium-bodied mixture of blackberry, cherry and cocoa. The finish is lingering with a touch of sweetness. Overall a classy wine, though for this price, perhaps a little basic.",Special Reserve Lasportas Brother's Selection Kosher,70,84,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2002 Special Reserve Lasportas Brother's Selection Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2002-special-reserve-lasportas-brothers-selection-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2002,Hevron Heights Winery
,Red,France,"This wine is a reflection of its year. There is fruit, along with an attractive velvet texture, but it also has a lean character that comes from fruit that only just managed to get towards ripeness.",Busardières,,84,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Domaine de la Chevalerie 2002 Busardières Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-chevalerie-2002-busardieres-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Domaine de la Chevalerie
,White,US,"Good value from this dependable nègociant. It shows typical Edna Valley acidity, like the fresh juice from a ripe lime. The flavors veer toward limes, clover honey and vanilla, although the finish is dry and clean.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Cameron Hughes 2005 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Cameron Hughes
,Rose,Australia,"Slightly soft, this really needs to be well chilled to give it additional refreshment value. Raspberry and mulberry flavors are simple and fruity, finishing a bit short. The blend is 70% Grenache, 30% Shiraz.",,11,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Angove's 2005 Rosé (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2005-rose-south-eastern/,Rosé,2005,Angove's
13.5,Red,Spain,"Spicy but a bit green, this value label from Abadia Retuerta seems to have fallen off in recent years. The 2003, despite being from a hot year, has light vegetal aromas and flavors to go with cherry, plum and a mild saltiness. Not bad, but nothing special.",Rívola,13,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2003 Rívola Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2003-rivola-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,France,"A fine, minerally wine, with a firm, solid structure giving rich fruits under the tannins. It is fruity, with red cherry flavors and a smoky aftertaste. This could age for a year.",Réserve des Vignerons,,84,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Cave de Saumur 2005 Réserve des Vignerons  (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-saumur-2005-reserve-vignerons-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Cave de Saumur
13.9,Red,US,"A bit hot and raisiny, although on the plus side, the wine is dry and the tannins are smooth and ripe. There are some pretty nice cherry jam, blueberry and tobacco flavors.",,11,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Castle Rock 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Castle Rock
13,Red,Italy,"The Giribaldi's distinctive bottle houses an easygoing, pleasant wine. The fruit is just ripe, showing clear strawberry and red cherries. There is plenty of acid, and a short medium finish.",,14,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Giribaldi 2004  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-2004-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2004,Giribaldi
13.5,White,Australia,"With its bold aromas of melon, peach and pear, this is a fruit-driven wine of modest appeal. Simple fruit-cocktail flavors add a blast of citrus on the finish.",,15,84,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2006 Chardonnay (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2006-chardonnay-frankland-river/,Chardonnay,2006,Ferngrove
13.5,White,Australia,"A fruit-driven wine, with apricot and peach scents dominating the bouquet. The mouthfeel is rather plump and pulpy in texture, carrying the flavors of peach and pineapple easily over the palate. Ends with a slightly tinned-fruit character.",Omrah Unoaked,15,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2006 Omrah Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2006-omrah-unoaked-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2006,Plantagenet
13.9,Red,US,"Kind of a generic red wine, but smooth and polished, with some cherry fruit. It's also balanced, a perfectly good sipper for burgers, steaks, or chicken at a fair price.",,12,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 2003 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Napa Ridge
12.5,Red,Italy,"A hot vintage translates into jammy fruit and berry preserves backed by rich toasted notes. Ripeness definitely overtakes elegance in this case, yet this juicy red would do well with aged cheese or red meat.",Mazane,17,84,,Garda,,Costaripa 2003 Mazane Marzemino (Garda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaripa-2003-mazane-italian-red-marzemino-garda/,Marzemino,2003,Costaripa
14.5,Red,US,"Decoy is Duckhorn's second wine. This wine is a Bordeaux blend based on not quite half Cabernet Sauvignon, made from vineyards throughout Napa Valley. My main quibble is that it's sweet, with a white sugar tinge to the cherries and blackberries.",Red Wine,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Decoy 2004 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/decoy-2004-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Decoy
14.1,Red,US,"Tastes overripe and raisiny, with stewed blackberry and cherry fruit, but it's an awkward Cab, and lots of toasty French oak just adds that spicy oak thing to this everyday wine.",Longwood,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2002 Longwood Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2002-longwood-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Beaucanon
18.5,Dessert,US,,Zinfandel Port,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pretty-Smith 1999 Zinfandel Port Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-1999-zinfandel-port-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Pretty-Smith
14.1,Red,US,"Decent young Merlot-based Bordeaux blend, but the emphasis is on young. It's chunky in dry, numbing tannins at this point. Aging is iffy. There's some good fruit, but also a stubborn streak of green unripeness. Try after 2008.",Heritage Sites Red Wine,38,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Source Napa 2003 Heritage Sites Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/source-napa-2003-heritage-sites-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Source Napa
,Red,France,"A vibrant, fresh wine, with bramble fruits and lively tannins. For a 2003, though, a very hot year, this wine is surprisingly lightweight, missing any real depth of flavor.",Thélème,,84,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 2003 Thélème  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-alain-lorieux-2003-theleme-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Pascal & Alain Lorieux
13.5,White,US,"A bit on the simple side, this wine has floral, fruity flavors and a creamy smooth finish. It's clean, with good acidity.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Wellington 2005 Roussanne (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2005-roussanne-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Roussanne,2005,Wellington
13.5,Red,Israel,"Black pepper, spice and smoke on the nose are followed by fruit-forward flavors of plum and cherry. Full-bodied but not overpowering, the wine has a lingering finish and overall elegant character.",Paradess Kosher,31,84,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2002 Paradess Kosher Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2002-paradess-kosher-merlot-judean-hills/,Merlot,2002,Hevron Heights Winery
13.9,Red,US,"With burgers, dogs and the like, this is a nice red wine, gutsy and full-bodied, with cherry and blackberry flavors and the acidity to stand up to ketchup.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2004,Fetzer
14,Red,Spain,"From Telmo Rodriguez, this Toro is full of eraser, violet and other candied, floral aromas. The palate, meanwhile, is hard and rubbery, with tannins that are bullish and flavors that run dark to almost bitter. A big wine in need of some manners.",Dehesa Gago,13,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,G 2005 Dehesa Gago  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-2005-dehesa-gago-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,G
14.2,White,US,"Soft and dry, with stewed peach, pineapple, apricot and pear flavors, this Chard, from the Oak Knoll District, is liberally oaked. Drink now.",,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cosentino 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Cosentino
13,Red,Spain,"Mildly warm and roasted up front, with aromatics similar to tomato, spice, leather and reserved red fruits. The palate is a bit streamlined and tart, with cherry and raspberry flavors. Tight and borderline hard on the finish; this wine needs food to smooth out its harsher elements.",Viña Pomal Crianza,11,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2003 Viña Pomal Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2003-vina-pomal-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Bodegas Bilbainas
14.5,Red,US,"A little on the sweet side, a little rustic, but this is a pleasant Zin, and you can easily imagine drinking it on some terrace in wine country, as the sun goes down. If that's not an option, try barbecued steak or pork chops, and decant for a few hours.",,15,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2004 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2004-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Bonterra
15.5,Red,US,"Barbera fans will find all the dry tannins, acidity and earthy fruity flavors they crave. A big, bold wine, with blackberry, coffee and dried herb flavors that will drink well against rich barbecue.",,15,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Stevenot 2004 Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2004-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2004,Stevenot
15.2,Red,US,"If you like your Zins Porty, thick and soft, and lots of people do, you'll love this one. It's a big, rich, chocolaty wine, with primary fruit blackberry syrup and cola overtones, but fortunately it's totally dry.",ReZerve,24,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2004 ReZerve Primitivo (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2004-rezerve-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Primitivo,2004,Shenandoah
14,Red,France,"A fruit-forward, friendly wine that boasts admirably concentrated cassis and blackberry flavors. It's medium-bodied, with enough supple tannin to accompany burgers and the like.",,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2005 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2005,Tortoise Creek
14,Red,France,"For consumers seeking inexpensive yet varietally true wines, Tortoise Creek has scored with the 2005 vintage. The Merlot may be the richest and longest of their red wine offerings, with impressive black cherry aromas backed by flavors of blackberry and espresso. Drink now.",,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2005 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2005-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2005,Tortoise Creek
13.5,White,Italy,"The nose is almost neutral save for subtle notes of white stone, honey and pear. But on the palate, the wine proves itself, thanks to its smooth and silky consistency.",Crabilis,14,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Pala 2005 Crabilis  (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2005-crabilis-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2005,Pala
13.5,Red,US,"At 12 bucks you don't expect great Pinot, but this is a pretty good approximation of the real thing. It's silky, with cherry, cola and pomegrante flavors, and a touch of cedary oak. Not bad for everyday purposes. Best Buy.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Mandolin 2005 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandolin-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2005,Mandolin
,Red,US,"Most Oregon Syrah is grown in the south and trucked up to Willamette Valley wineries, but Cristom grows its own. Admirable effort, but it falls a bit short on flavor. Tannins dominate and the fruit fails to gather itself into any identifiable varietal shape. It's a gentle, generic red.",Estate,30,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2004 Estate Syrah (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2004-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-willamette-valley/,Syrah,2004,Cristom
,Red,France,"This single-vineyard wine comes from vines close to the ancient abbey of Fontevraud on the Loire. It is a fresh, black cherry-flavored wine; light, crisp but with some good soft tannins, which open gently and sweetly. There's a good freshness in the aftertaste.",Lieu-dit La Croix Verte,,85,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Cave de Saumur 2005 Lieu-dit La Croix Verte  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-saumur-2005-lieu-dit-croix-verte-cabernet-franc-saumur/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Cave de Saumur
14.5,Red,US,"An everyday Pinot, true to the variety. Shows cherry and cola flavors in a delicately-structured Pinot. With 30,000 cases, there's a lot of Sonoma Pinot looking for a home.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Castle Rock 2005 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2005-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,Castle Rock
14,Red,Spain,"Big and sun-baked, with large berry aromas and flavors that come up nice but a touch hollow. Ample acidity ensures that the wine doesn't register as dull, but in the long run there isn't much substance to it; there's color, flavor and tannins but no individuality.",Altos de la Hoya,11,85,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Olivares 2005 Altos de la Hoya Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-olivares-2005-altos-hoya-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2005,Bodegas Olivares
,White,Australia,"Victoria Angove credits Yalumba with doing much of the pioneering work with this variety in Australia; this is Angove's first commercial release, coming in at 3,000 cases. It's a full, buxom version of Viognier, with full-blown stone fruit flavors bolstered by ample alcohol and touches of spice and honeysuckle. Good value.",Nine Vines,11,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Angove's 2006 Nine Vines Viognier (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2006-nine-vines-viognier-south-eastern/,Viognier,2006,Angove's
14.6,Red,US,"You can do better for the price. The wine is soft and hot, with peppery flavors of stewed fruits, but it offers plenty of rustic Zin personality.",BK Collins Old Vines,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2004 BK Collins Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2004-bk-collins-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Benessere
13,White,Australia,"This 60-40 blend features bold scents of passion fruit and a hint of red berries on the nose, then tropical fruit and citrus flavors on the palate. It's a bit plump and soft, but attractive nonetheless.",Kosher,16,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2006 Kosher Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2006-kosher-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2006,Beckett's Flat
15,Red,US,"This '04 is fairly luscious and rich and soft, but it's thin; needs much greater fruity concentration.",Reserve,42,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Justin
13,White,France,"The Abarbanel family has been making wine in the Alsace since the 15th century, and this delicate, spicy Gewurtztraminer hits the mark on most counts. A perfumed, floral nose leads to a clean, slightly racy array of peaches, spice and sugar, and the finish is subtle but not weak.",Estate Bottled Kosher,18,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Abarbanel 2004 Estate Bottled Kosher Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-2004-estate-bottled-kosher-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Abarbanel
14,Red,Australia,"Starts off rather dark and brooding, with scents of coffee, dark chocolate and saddle leather, but despite the almost scorched aromas, there's also a bright beam of red fruit. Medium-weight and supple in the mouth, finishing crisp.",,19,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Wildberry Estate 2004 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildberry-estate-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2004,Wildberry Estate
14.3,Red,US,"An unusual blend of Petit Verdot and Syrah, this shows a green peppercorn streak to the modest cherry fruit flavors. Medium-bodied, very dry and pretty tannic, could use more richness and depth, especially at this price.",Signature,34,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2004 Signature Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2004-signature-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Vina Robles
,Red,US,"Another thin, watery effort. Despite the excellent vineyard source and the hot vintage, this awkward wine gives back very little except its dark color and stemmy tannins.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,40,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2003 Temperance Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2003-temperance-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Panther Creek
16,Dessert,Israel,"White peach and honey on the nose are followed by apricots, nuts and sugar on the palate. The wine is not terribly elegant but is flavorful and quite delicious. It's powerful enough to age for several years.",Kosher,14,85,Judean Hills,,,Noah 2005 Kosher Muscat (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noah-2005-kosher-muscat-judean-hills/,Muscat,2005,Noah
13.5,Rose,Italy,"Definitely a cheerful rosé with a brilliant ruby color and subtle amber reflections, this easy-to-drink wine delivers cranberries, rose petal, white chocolate and sweet raspberry. It's simplistic but refreshing and tart in the mouth.",Eliseo Rosato,14,85,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 2005 Eliseo Rosato Red (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2005-eliseo-rosato-red-val-cornia-suvereto/,Red Blend,2005,Gualdo del Re
14.2,White,US,"There's an earthy taste to this Chard that brings to mind tobacco and dried sage, while the fruit veers towards apricots and peaches. Creamy oak adds the usual nuances to this dry, soft wine.",,20,85,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Tamayo Family 2005 Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamayo-family-2005-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2005,Tamayo Family
14,Red,Italy,"While more structured than the other Ratti Barolos, it does not have quite enough fruit to keep it balanced. The nose has muted plum, wood-smoke, cloves and licorice. The flavors are not intense enough to balance the hard tannins and the alcohol. Therelatively short finish suggests that even with time, it will never really come into balance.",Conco Marcenasco,62,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renato Ratti 2003 Conco Marcenasco  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2003-conco-marcenasco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Renato Ratti
14,White,New Zealand,"Shows decent weight and concentration, but plays a bit of a one-note tune, primarily lemony citrus flavors. There's a hint of flintiness to teh nose and an orangey, pith-like tinge to the finish.",,16,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Stone Paddock 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-paddock-2005-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Stone Paddock
13.5,White,US,"Riding the unoaked Chardonnay train is Daniel Gehrs, not really known for this variety. The wine is brisk, fruity and clean, bursting with tropical fruit and spice flavors and finishing long and clean.",Unoaked,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Daniel Gehrs
14,Red,Italy,"Shows very ripe, roasted fruit and brown sugar. It verges on overripeness, but has the acidity to keep it in balance. For a Barolo from a top vintage, it lacks complexity, but it is an easy-drinking wine.",,32,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Veglio 2001  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veglio-2001-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Veglio
13.9,Rose,US,"Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a full-bodied and rather rustic pink-hued wine, with earthy peach and spice flavors. If you tasted it blind, you might even think it was Chardonnay.",Celebration Rose,14,85,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Ca'Na 2005 Celebration Rose Rosé (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cana-2005-celebration-rose-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Rosé,2005,Ca'Na
13.5,White,US,"I would like to follow the progress of this wine in future years, because it shows promise. It's very crisp in acidity, with a mouth-cleansing tingly feeling and good citrus, oaky peach and honeysuckle flavors. Yet it's kind of raw and simple.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 Pinot Blanc (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-pinot-blanc-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Alma Rosa
13.5,White,US,"Shows classic Santa Rita Hills cool-climate Chard notes of very high acidity and Meyer lemon drop flavors, but both may be too much of a good thing. So sharp, so citrusy, the palate craves something softer, creamier, and richer in fruit. Maybe it was a victim of the chilly vintage in a cool area.",El Jagali Vineyard,33,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 El Jagali Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-el-jagali-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Alma Rosa
13.5,Red,Greece,"Good structure and body with elegant flavors typify this 50-50 blend of Merlot and Xinomavro. The Merlot offers deep color and a velvety mouthfeel, while Xinomavro's elegant tannic structure ensures softness without weakness.",Evinos,25,85,Macedonia,,,Boutari 2003 Evinos Red (Macedonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2003-evinos-red-macedonia/,Red Blend,2003,Boutari
13.5,Red,Spain,"Ripe and rich, with some prune on the nose; it shows a good mix of berry and earth characteristics in front of a mildly oaky finish that holds its form. Sort of heavy and overripe but still pretty good. Drink now.",Fontal Crianza,6,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Bodegas Fontana 2002 Fontal Crianza Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fontana-2002-fontal-crianza-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2002,Bodegas Fontana
11.5,White,Germany,"A reasonably dry, full-bodied style of Riesling, Fischer's 2005 shows bold aromas of lemon and quince, then rounds them out with a bit of apple on the palate. Crisp; a good partner for seafood.",QbA,18,85,Baden,,,Fischer 2005 QbA Riesling (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fischer-2005-qba-riesling-baden/,Riesling,2005,Fischer
14.1,White,US,"Shows lots of class with crunchy, citrusy acidity brightening and cleansing the upfront fruit. The flavors are of lemons and limes, figs and green melons, drizzled with a splash of wild honey.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Pretty-Smith 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Pretty-Smith
,Red,US,"Many Oregon wineries made elegant, appealing wines in 2004, but the estate's unusual location does better in warmer years. This Parson's Ridge bottling is full of the dried herb and leaf scents that can dominate Oregon's less-fortunate vineyards, with some relief provided by the cinnamon and cocoa flavors from the barrel aging. But where's the fruit?",Parson's Ridge,32,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2004 Parson's Ridge Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2004-parsons-ridge-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Montinore
13,White,Italy,"The sun-drenched island of Sardinia is gaining an excellent reputation for extremely food-friendly white wines. With stone fruit, honey and floral tones, this is a perfect example; pair well with seafood.",Sàlnico,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Nuragus di Cagliari,,Pala 2005 Sàlnico  (Nuragus di Cagliari),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2005-salnico-italian-white-nuragus-nuragus-cagliari/,Nuragus,2005,Pala
14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark cherry, raspberry, mineral and black pepper aromas start this value-driven Priorat on its way. The palate features high-toned, borderline tart black cherry and plum flavors, while the finish shows a bit of resiny oak that translates into spice and vanilla. A reasonable wine; juicy but not very rich.",Clàssic,13,85,Catalonia,Priorat,,Onix 2005 Clàssic Tempranillo (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onix-2005-classic-tempranillo-priorat/,Tempranillo,2005,Onix
13,Red,Italy,"Usually a consistent value wine from southern Italy, this Negroamaro-Cabernet blend offers a fully charged nose with Indian spice, iron, cherry and leather. You will also pick up an earthy or barnyard-like note that doesn't distract too much.",,8,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Tormaresca 2003 Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2003-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2003,Tormaresca
9.5,White,Germany,A surprisingly attractive blend of green plum and apple flavors that manages to deftly balance sweetness and tartness to yield a balanced result. It's light body and sweetness make it a fine companion for your midweek order of Chinese takeout.,QbA,8,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Sommerau Castle 2005 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sommerau-castle-2005-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Sommerau Castle
,Rose,France,"To judge by this fresh, crisply fruity example, 2006 is a great year for rosé on the Loire. It has lively raspberry flavors and a great burst of finishing acidity. Delicious.",,12,85,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Jean-Maurice Raffault 2006 Cabernet Franc (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-maurice-raffault-2006-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Jean-Maurice Raffault
,Red,US,"Not as successful as the winery's other releases, the Diversité Pinot Noir has aromas that suggest less than perfect fruit. Tough and earthy, it's a bit ungenerous. The finish carries a hint of mint.",Diversité,45,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Le Cadeau 2004 Diversité Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2004-diversite-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Le Cadeau
,Red,US,"Enjoyable for its smooth, creamy texture, and the way the ripe fruit plays off against the oak, acids and tannins. Shows slightly sweet chocolate truffle primary flavor, with a follow-up of wild blackberry and cola. One of the more versatile, Merlot-like Zins out there.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2004 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Kenwood
,Red,France,"The Vouvray-based négociant, Marc Brédif, has made a ripe, soft Chinon, reveling in the sweet fruit of 2005. It has some good, smoked-meat flavors to go with the black fruits. Drink now.",,21,85,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Marc Bredif 2005  Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-bredif-2005-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Marc Bredif
14.9,Red,US,"Like an old-time California wine grown in the backyard and vinified in the basement, this is a rustic, berry-filled red, tannic and cheerful and made for homemade pasta and tomato sauce. The tannins will let it age for a long time. It's a little sweet toward the finish.",,19,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Frick 2004 Carignane (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-2004-carignan-carignane-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Carignane,2004,Frick
13.5,Red,US,"A nice, rich Syrah, if you like full-throttle fruit, and the price ain't bad. Explodes with young, jammy cherry, blackberry, raspberry, tangerine and Fig Newton flavors, with a decadent edge of chocolate fudge.",,12,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shooting Star 2004 Syrah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Syrah,2004,Shooting Star
,White,US,"With a little neutral oak to give a touch of smoky cream, this everyday wine has good apple and peach fruit, and a nice clean cut of acidity.",,12,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Shooting Star 2005 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Shooting Star
,Red,US,"This excellent vineyard does not show its best stuff here. There's good color, and a whiff of pleasant spice in the nose, but the back half is watery and carries an off, resiny character.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,40,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2003 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2003-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Panther Creek
14.6,White,US,"There are numerous historical references in the titles of this wine, but what consumers need to know is that it's crisp, with citrus and green grass flavors, and if you don't care for the feline essence, don't buy it.",Los Tesoros de Joaquin,28,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2005 Los Tesoros de Joaquin Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2005-los-tesoros-joaquin-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Murrieta's Well
12.5,White,US,"Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Verdelho, Orange Muscat, Riesling and Viognier comprise the blend on this delightful wine. It's a deliciously easy sipper, with all kinds of tree fruit, wildflower and spicy vanilla flavors.",Foxy White Table Wine,15,85,California,California Other,California,Kit Fox 2005 Foxy White Table Wine White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kit-fox-2005-foxy-white-table-wine-other/,White Blend,2005,Kit Fox
13.9,Red,Australia,"This 75-25 Shiraz-Cab blend features modest aromas of dried dates, brightening into raspberry scents with time in the glass. On the light side, thinning out a bit on the finish, but features plenty of bright raspberry flavors. A bit simple, but tasty. Drink now.",Seduction Red Wine,20,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Marquee 2005 Seduction Red Wine Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2005-seduction-red-wine-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-victoria/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Marquee
15,Red,US,"Justin's 50-50 Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah blend has a nicely soft, velvety texture, and some good cherry-berry fruit. It's balanced, with a good coating of oak. Drink now.",Savant,42,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2004 Savant Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2004-savant-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Justin
13,Rose,Spain,"Almost red in color, with sweet, juicy aromas of red fruits that bring to mind Beaujolais Nouveau. The palate is fairly unctuous for a rosado, with thick flavors of red apples, berry pie and sweet butter. For a fuller-bodied dry pink wine, it's pretty hefty stuff.",Rosé,16,85,Catalonia,Penedès,,1+1=3 2005 Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1-1-3-2005-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,1+1=3
,Red,Australia,"Named for a common snake, this is a pleasant commercial Shiraz, marrying blackberry fruit with plenty of vanilla from American oak. Then it adds spice and meaty notes to give it enough complexity to hang at the dinner table, finishing with crisp acidity.",Red Belly Black,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Angove's 2004 Red Belly Black Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2004-red-belly-black-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Angove's
13.9,Red,US,"This was a pretty good vintage, and the wine is balanced and dry, with smooth tannins and cherry-berry flavors. Yet it can't quite overcome that rustic, briary thing that Dry Creek reds often have.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hawley
13,Red,Spain,"A bit leafy up front, with aromas of carob, forest floor and standard berry. The palate deals expected cherry and raspberry flavors, while the tight finish leaves a snappy sensation. A standard food wine.",,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Don Román 2004  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-roman-2004-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Don Román
13,Red,US,"Tastes like it just came out of the fermenter, with grapy flavors and bright, young acidity. Makes you wonder why they didn't hold it back a little longer, but you can do that on your own.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daniel Gehrs 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Daniel Gehrs
13.5,Red,Italy,"Loads of toasted notes, vanilla, cherry, leather, almond and melted butter. There's also an earthy tone to the nose, followed by a creamy consistency in the mouth. The wine would make an excellent match to almost any pasta dish.",Terrale,8,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Calatrasi 2002 Terrale Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2002-terrale-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2002,Calatrasi
13,Red,Spain,"From Bodegas Navajas, this basic Rioja shows savory barbecued aromas along with brambly fruit notes, while the flavor profile veers toward red fruits and tomato leaf. Light in terms of mouthfeel, with some finishing oak flavor. A fresh sort of wine.",Vega del Rio Crianza,14,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Navajas 2003 Vega del Rio Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navajas-2003-vega-rio-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Bodegas Navajas
12.5,White,Italy,"Mineral-rich volcanic soils help render a clean, polished and linear white with loads of candied fruit and LifeSaver-like tones. What it lacks in persistency, it makes up for in purity and freshness.",Tenuta Rocca dei Leoni,15,86,Southern Italy,Falanghina del Beneventano,,Villa Matilde 2005 Tenuta Rocca dei Leoni  (Falanghina del Beneventano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2005-tenuta-rocca-leoni-italian-white-falanghina-falanghina-beneventano/,Falanghina,2005,Villa Matilde
14.1,Red,US,"This has got to be the last 2000 wine to be released. It's pretty good, a dry, soft Bordeaux blend based on Cab Franc. Shows cherry and oak flavors, in a light- to medium-bodied texture, and is just beginning to develop the character of an aged Bordeaux.",Palette de Rouge Red Wine,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pretty-Smith 2000 Palette de Rouge Red Wine Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-2000-palette-rouge-red-wine-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Pretty-Smith
13.8,Red,Israel,"Cigar, grilled meat and cedar on the nose lead into a full-bodied, flavorful Cab packed with berries, pepper and spice. Complex and integrated, with great structure and a a mineral edge on the finish.",Dishon Single Vineyard Kosher,35,86,Galil,,,Segal's 2002 Dishon Single Vineyard Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segals-2002-dishon-single-vineyard-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galil/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Segal's
,Red,France,"Château de Coulaine operates biologic viticulture, a superior form of organic. This gives a fresh, vibrant fruit character, with some good dry tannins to balance. This is an easy, red-fruit wine, produced from young vines.",,17,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Château de Coulaine 2005  Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coulaine-2005-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Château de Coulaine
13.3,Red,US,"Here's a lighter-bodied Pinot that appeals for its direct cherry, cola, root beer and spicy flavors. It's silky, with a briny finish. Drink now.",Estate,34,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Casa Cassara 2005 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cassara-2005-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Casa Cassara
14,Red,Spain,"Fairly heavy on the nose, with aromas of tire rubber and blackberry. The palate is full, with black fruit, mineral and ample depth. Finishes with chocolate, heat and spice. Pretty serious and pretty good, with ripeness and balance.",,13,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,De Lozar 2005  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lozar-2005-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,De Lozar
,Red,Spain,"A young Monastrell with no measurable oak, which means there's only grapy, juvenile aromas of berries preceding juicy black plum and berry flavors. Very ripe and better balanced than previous vintages; look for notes of chocolate and leather in between the dominant fruit character.",Verde,8,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2005 Verde Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2005-verde-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2005,Bodegas Luzón
14.5,Red,US,"If you like old-fashioned Barbera, this one's for you. Dry, tannic and thick in dark fruit and berry flavors, it also has high acidity, the kind that calls for cheese, duck, lamb, anything larded with fat.",Lot 17,14,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Cameron Hughes 2004 Lot 17 Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2004-lot-17-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2004,Cameron Hughes
13.9,Red,US,"This basic Cab from Burgess is rich and ripe, with slightly sweet cherry, blackberry and oaky flavors. It's a little simple, but well-structured. Drink now.",,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Burgess
14.5,Red,US,"Superextracted, with jammy cherry, cola, raspberry pie filling, chocolate and spicy gingerbread flavors. Almost sweet in fruity concentration, but it's pretty dry. Ripeness was no problem in this warm vintage. Elegance is the challenge.",,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Benziger 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Benziger
14,Red,US,"Pours purple-black, with dramatic glycerine streaks that stain the glass. This is obviously a big, bold, intense young wine, grapy to the point of jam in plum and blackberry flavors. It's a big gulp, almost Porty but staying just this side of dry.",Estate,32,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Huber 2005 Estate Dornfelder (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2005-estate-other-red-dornfelder-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Dornfelder,2005,Huber
15.1,Red,US,"This needs work, but it's promising for several reasons. The fruit is tremendous in sappy blackberry jam, blueberries and roasted coffee bean. The tannins are huge, but smooth and ripe. The oak is clunky, but this is definitely a Syrah to watch.",Obsidian Ridge Vineyard,25,86,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Obsidian Ridge 2004 Obsidian Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obsidian-ridge-2004-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Syrah,2004,Obsidian Ridge
15.8,Red,US,"With low, soft acidity, rich tannins and extraordinarily ripe fruit, drink now for its vibrant youthfulness. It floods the mouth with blackberry jam, melted chocolate candy and licorice. Perfect with barbecue.",Westside,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2004 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2004-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Vina Robles
,Red,France,"A fresh fruity style of St-Nicolas, with some good, easy juicy red fruit flavors, only lightly underlain by a layer of dry tannins. It is still young, but it should certainly be very drinkable in summer 2007.",Expression,,86,Loire Valley,Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil,,Pascal & Alain Lorieux 2005 Expression  (Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-alain-lorieux-2005-expression-cabernet-franc-saint-nicolas-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Pascal & Alain Lorieux
13,Red,US,"A pretty nose is the whole story here; once in the mouth the wine is light and watery, with a chalky finish. It seems a bit odd that in such a hot, ripe vintage all these Panther Creek Pinots are so watery and posted at just 13% alcohol.",Nysa Vineyard,40,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2003 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2003-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Panther Creek
13,Red,Italy,"The light-bodied Chiarlo showes plenty of fruit, and the earthiness of a traditional Barbera. The finish was a little less exciting, marred by a sweet bubble gum character.",Le Orme,13,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 2004 Le Orme  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2004-le-orme-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2004,Michele Chiarlo
14.6,White,US,"Actually from the cooler Oak Knoll area, this is crisp and earthy. It has rich peach, pear and pineapple fruit, with hints of thyme and rosemary, and a pronounced coating of oak.",,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,O'Brien 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obrien-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,O'Brien
14.8,Red,US,"Based on Cab Franc, with some Cab Sauvignon, this wine is marked by huge blackberry and cherry fruit. It's not particularly elegant right now, with green sharpness throughout. Will benefit from decanting; might age well, but it's a gamble.",Robert's Blend,80,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oakville Ranch 2002 Robert's Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2002-roberts-blend-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Oakville Ranch
,Red,France,"Out of magum, this wine shows thinning fruit and some elevated acids and tannins. Dried cherries, tobacco and cedar are pleasant, but this wine needs to be consumed soon.",La Louvée,,86,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 1996 La Louvée  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-1996-louvee-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1996,Jean-Luc Colombo
14,Red,Italy,"Loads of berry fruit are backed by white mushroom, red earth, bitter chocolate, exotic spice and granite. This Primitivo, with a small amount of Aglianico blended in, is a genuine, simple wine with nice, ripe flavors and a spicy finish.",Tatu,13,86,Southern Italy,Primitivo del Tarantino,,Vigne & Vini 2003 Tatu  (Primitivo del Tarantino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-vini-2003-tatu-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-tarantino/,Primitivo,2003,Vigne & Vini
13.5,Red,Italy,"The nose is complex, showing smoky dark cherry fruit, roses and cinammon. A pleasant wine on the palate, it shows the same complexity, but lacks concentration. A medium finish. A good wine that will work well with food, but it needs a little extra on the palate to make it special.",,12,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Veglio 2004  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veglio-2004-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2004,Veglio
12.5,White,Italy,"Here is an interesting wine from Campania with a bigger, broader build and alluring notes of melon, white stone, peach, vanilla and almond. It's full-flavored and creamy, almost thick, in the mouth.",,,86,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Terredora 2004 White (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2004-white-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,White Blend,2004,Terredora
,Red,US,"It would be hard to find a better Oregon Pinot at this price. Clean, tart and nicely defined, the cherry and raspberry fruit shows some polish and sweetness at its core. Tannins are firm and a bit too big for the delicate fruit, but that's a minor quibble.",,12,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 2005 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-2005-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,Eola Hills
13.9,White,US,"Lovely and aromatic, perfumed with summer daisy flowers, night-blooming jasmine, pineapples, apricots and vanilla flavors. With crisp, balancing acidity, it's a great alternative to Sauvignon Blanc. Best Buy.",,10,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Dancing Coyote 2005 Verdelho (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-coyote-2005-spanish-white-verdelho-central-valley-clarksburg/,Verdelho,2005,Dancing Coyote
,Red,US,"The Grande Assemblage is a six-vineyard blend displaying mixed red fruits tending toward the lean currant/rhubarb flavors. The acids cut through and the tannins take over quickly, leaving the thin fruit in the background. The wine needs airing and food.",Grande Assemblage,24,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Dobbes Family Estate 2004 Grande Assemblage Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobbes-family-estate-2004-grande-assemblage-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dobbes Family Estate
9.5,White,Germany,"Light in weight, this is a refreshing throwback to the kabinett style of the '70s and '80s rather than the declassified spätlesen that pass for kabinett so often these days. Lemon and lime aromas are followed by citrus and green apple flavors and a lightly off-dry finish. Crisp and focused. Imported by Chatham Imports, Inc.",Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett,15,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium 2005 Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/friedrich-wilhelm-gymnasium-2005-graacher-himmelreich-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium
13.5,Red,Italy,"Notes of chocolate fudge, cherry, plum and espresso are embellished by the wine's smooth roundness and compact mouthfeel. Chewy, sweet tannins call out for red meat and hearty winter cooking.",Vignantica,15,86,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Fattoria Selvanova 2005 Vignantica Aglianico (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-selvanova-2005-vignantica-italian-red-aglianico-terre-volturno/,Aglianico,2005,Fattoria Selvanova
13,Red,Spain,"Quite pleasant in its style, which is extracted, colorful and grapy. To call it fruit-forward is almost an understatement. In the mouth, there's huge boysenberry fruit accented by coffee and mocha. Finishes toasty and warm. Yet another wine from the camp of Telmo Rodriguez.",,13,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Gazur 2005  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gazur-2005-tempranillo-tinta-fina-ribera-duero/,Tinta Fina,2005,Gazur
13.5,Red,Spain,"More spicy and savory on the bouquet than flat-out fruity, with marinade and BBQ sauce outweighing the berry aromas. The palate is medium in power and depth, with raspberry and red cherry flavors. Overall it's smooth, light and refreshing.",Crianza,13,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Labastida 2002 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-labastida-2002-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2002,Castillo Labastida
,Red,France,"A light, fresh wine made from young vines; this has some pleasant red fruits and a touch of dry tannins. The downside is too much acidity.",Les Petites Roches,19,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2005 Les Petites Roches  (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2005-petites-roches-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Charles Joguet
13.7,White,US,"A little bit sweet, but the acidity is so bright that it balances everything out. Just delicious, with juicy citrus, spearmint, gingersnap and peach custard flavors, finished with cinnamon and nutmeg.",,14,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2005 Fumé Blanc (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2005-sauvignon-blanc-fume-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2005,Lolonis
13,White,Spain,"MR is a heavy Moscatel with smoky, slightly burnt aromas that almost get into popcorn territory. In the mouth, it's round and honeyed, but again, there's a mild acrid quality to it. Very concentrated but not totally harmonious.",MR,21,86,Andalucia,Málaga,,Telmo Rodríguez 2005 MR Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2005-mr-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2005,Telmo Rodríguez
14,Red,Spain,"A country-style red made from Monastrell. The nose is chubby and deeply fruity, while the plump palate offers a wave or two of blackberry and currant flavors. Flush and full, and totally uncomplicated.",,8,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Wrongo Dongo 2005 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrongo-dongo-2005-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2005,Wrongo Dongo
11.8,White,US,"Here's one of the better Gewürzes at this price point. It shows the variety's flowery, spicy personality, with citrus and honeysuckle flavors and dusty crushed nutmeg, cinnamon and Chinese five spice. Finishes nice and dry, in the Alsatian style. It's low alcohol content makes it easy to toss back a few glasses.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Daniel Gehrs 2005 Gewürztraminer (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2005-gewurztraminer-central-coast/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Daniel Gehrs
15.5,Red,US,"It's awfully hard to train Petite Sirah into elegance, but Dancing Coyote has done it. The wine has the mouthfeel of a Merlot, soft, gentle and medium-bodied, but with Petite Sirah's spicy, cherry jam, blackberry and mocha-choca flavors. Best Buy.",,12,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Dancing Coyote 2004 Petite Sirah (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-coyote-2004-petite-sirah-central-valley-clarksburg/,Petite Sirah,2004,Dancing Coyote
,Red,US,"In 2004 the Eileen bottling seems to have retained a bit more freshness and sweetness to the fruit, but despite that it carries a dominant impression of rough, chalky tannins and earth. It's chewy, tannic and a bit rough in the finish.",Eileen Vineyard,47,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2004 Eileen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2004-eileen-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Cristom
13.9,Red,US,"This valley is known as Silicon Valley, but before the suburbs overran the vineyards, it was one of the most famous sources of Cabernet in California. Although this wine is a little overripe, it shows the lost promise of the valley, in the beautiful tannins and overall balance.",,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Martin Ranch 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Martin Ranch
13.5,White,US,"One sniff brought back a childhood memory of orange creamsicles that were so deliciously gooey and sweet, only this wine is basically dry. The alcohol adds a pleasant, peppery burn. Fun and enjoyable.",La Encantada Vineyard,32,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-la-encantada-vineyard-pinot-blanc-sta-rita-hills-67647/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Alma Rosa
14.8,Red,US,"Tons of fruit in this soft, ripe Rhône blend, ranging from blackberry marmalade, cherry cola, Kona coffee and milk chocolate truffle to spiced plums and pomegranates. Yet it's dry. Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache.",Tré Violet,28,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2004 Tré Violet Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2004-tre-violet-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Calcareous
14.5,Red,Spain,"This old-vine Grenache is unique and surprising, with its touch of lilac and currant on the nose, followed by full-bodied, lush berry and currant flavors. It's tannic and needs to age, but should develop into a velvety, integrated treat with a few years on it. One of the better kosher wines on the market.",Peraj Ha'Abib Flor de Primavera Kosher,42,86,Catalonia,Montsant,,Capçanes 2003 Peraj Ha'Abib Flor de Primavera Kosher Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capcanes-2003-peraj-haabib-flor-primavera-kosher-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2003,Capçanes
14.5,White,US,"Light-bodied and elegant, this polished wine has pretty cola, cherry, pomegranate and licorice flavors, and finishes very dry. High acidity, and while it's not an ager or particularly complex, it's lovely and clean.",Reliz Creek Reserve,19,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2004 Reliz Creek Reserve Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2004-reliz-creek-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2004,Wente
13.5,Red,Italy,"Firm and fragrant overall, with a few elements slightly out of place. For example, the nose delivers Indian spice, incense candle, almond, cherry cola and clove but it also has a hint of apple cider that disrupts the overall harmony. It's tannic and solid in the mouth with a bitter finish.",Riserva,26,85,,Alto Adige,,Castel Sallegg 2002 Riserva Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-sallegg-2002-riserva-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2002,Castel Sallegg
13.5,Red,Australia,"This producer can be a bit inconsistent (the 2004 Shiraz was marred by a vinegary note), but his Cab-Shiraz blend offers coffee and red berry flavors, a smooth mouthfeel and a dusty, crisp finish.",Kosher,19,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2004 Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2004-kosher-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2004,Beckett's Flat
13.5,White,US,Good price for an everyday Chard with quite a bit of ripe fruit and what tastes like spicy oak. Finishes clean and long.,,8,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Red Rover 2005 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rover-2005-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Red Rover
14.5,White,US,"Dry, watery and a little veggie. A blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc.",Cuvee Blanc,10,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chateau de Deighton 2004 Cuvee Blanc White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-deighton-2004-cuvee-blanc-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2004,Chateau de Deighton
13.5,Red,France,"All the dark, brooding, intense character of Echezeaux is here. It is a magnificent wine, packed with sweet fruit, bold strokes of flavor, a stream of tannin and red fruit acidity at the end. It should age well, and long. Imported by Henriot, Inc.",Echezeaux,195,95,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004 Echezeaux  (Echézeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-echezeaux-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
,Red,France,"A beautiful, velvet-smooth wine, with a structure that shows some tannins. But more important, the wine has an opulence and splendor that go beyond the delicious fruitiness. A fine wine, from one of the best parcels of Clos de Vougeot.",Clos de Vougeot,90,94,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur 2004 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gros-frere-soeur-2004-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur
,Red,France,"Part of the Louis Jadot domaine, this great vineyard produced a 2004 with intense structure but also a silky feel, enveloping and powering the black, concentrated fruits. For this vintage, this is big and does need to age.",Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,87,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Louis Jadot 2004 Clos Saint-Jacques Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-clos-saint-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
13.5,Red,France,"Smooth and full-bodied, this wine shows power and tannin under a silky surface. There are rich, ripe flavors of perfumed black fruits, acidity and wood leading to a finish of juicy red fruits and herbs.",,104,93,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet 2004  Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rossignol-trapet-2004-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet
14.3,White,US,"Shows the exotic side of Viognier, with a cannonade of tropical fruit, exotic spice and wildflower flavors, and is nicely dry. But unusual for Viognier is a tight, minerally intensity, due partly to acids, like putting your tongue on a cold piece of steel. That makes for elegance. One of the more complex Viogniers out there.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2005 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2005-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2005,Pride Mountain
14.2,Red,US,"Young and closed now, this is a terrific Pinot, stuffed with major league blackberry, cherry and cola fruit, and so balanced and rich. The tannins are there, the acidity, the bigtime oak, and it all comes together in a complex finish. Fine now, if you decant for a few hours, or hold for 10 years.",Bucher Vineyard,49,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Bucher Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-bucher-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
,Red,France,"Delicious ripe fruit, sweet tannins and light, fresh acidity: All the elements are here for a wine that will be a delight to drink in 3–4 years. There are rounded red fruit flavors, along with a core of dry tannins.",Charmes Premier Cru,87,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Frederic Magnien 2004 Charmes Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2004-charmes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Frederic Magnien
,Red,France,"A blend of five premier crus from Chambolle, this wine has full fruit flavors, an open, generous style that is very welcoming, but also an elegant side. Dark plum skins flavors and good acidity keep it fresh.",Premier Cru,63,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,US,"The McKinley Springs Syrah has an intense, peppery, aromatic nose. Beyond the penetrating spice are layers of raspberry, black cherry, pepper and espresso, underscored with a musky chocolate. A finishing hint of orange zest (from a tiny bit of co-fermented Viognier) adds interest, and the finish lingers with sweet fruit right on through the end. This wine really pops. 438 cases produced.",McKinley Springs Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2004 McKinley Springs Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2004-mckinley-springs-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2004,Syncline
,Red,Portugal,"A hugely dark wine, with solid bitter chocolate flavors and layers of dry tannins. It comes from the granite soils of the home estate of Quinta dos Roques, a blend of Touriga Nacional, Jaen and Alfrocheiro. There are dry wood flavors and black plum fruits. Age for five years at least.",,15,91,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2003 Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2003-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta dos Roques
14.7,Red,US,"A great steak wine. It's so supportive of food, with its sweet, supple tannins and crisp streak of acidity. The flavors are forward but controlled, a complex mèlange of cherries, cola, dark chocolate and smoky, caramelized oak.",,28,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Silverado
,Red,France,"This wine epitomizes the firmness of Morey along with its often exotic spice and black fruit flavors, a warming wine that just keeps to the right side of too much extraction.",Les Chaffots Premier Cru,93,91,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils 2004 Les Chaffots Premier Cru  (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-magnien-fils-2004-chaffots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils
13,Red,France,"A ripe, open, pure-fruited wine, full of richness. It shows delicious, clean strawberry fruit flavors, mixed comfortably with tannins and freshness. The soft side of Pinot Noir, but with plenty of weight behind it. The premier cru of Les Cras is right next to the grand cru of Clos de Vougeot.",Les Cras Premier Cru,60,91,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 2004 Les Cras Premier Cru  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-2004-cras-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine de la Vougeraie
,Red,US,"The Cuvée Alexander blend is 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 55% Merlot and 9% Cab Franc. Dark and roasted, thick and jammy, it bursts with ripe blackberry fruit flavors. This rich, expansive fruit is nicely matched to toasty oak, laced with layers of smoke, coffee grounds and licorice.",Cuvée Alexander,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Harlequin 2003 Cuvée Alexander Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlequin-2003-cuvee-alexander-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Harlequin
,Red,France,"At this stage in the wine's development, it is virtually all tannin. Old wood flavors layered with dryness and spice do appear, and some fruit is apparent in the acidity. The only thing to do is wait at least 10 years.",,170,90,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Faiveley 2004  Chambertin Clos de Bèze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
,Red,US,"This is pure Cabernet from the Dionysus vineyard, and is meant to become this new winery's flagship wine. It's a standout debut that captures the herb, the dust and the mixed wild berries of the grape, presented in a graceful, harmonious and flavorful package.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Couvillion Winery 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couvillion-winery-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Couvillion Winery
,Red,France,"A young wine, but one that is going to develop well, with great ripe fruit, acidity and layers of firm tannins. This solid structure amply supports the fruit. Give this wine perhaps 5 years, and it will show great class.",Les Chaumes Premier Cru,100,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine d'Ardhuy 2005 Les Chaumes Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dardhuy-2005-chaumes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2005,Domaine d'Ardhuy
,Red,France,"Superripe, this shows the richness of 2003. The tannins are layered between wood and toast flavors, while the fruit is bright and almost sweet. This is big, concentrated and jammy.",Clos de Vougeot,140,90,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine d'Ardhuy 2003 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dardhuy-2003-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine d'Ardhuy
,Red,France,"Although there is no mention on the label, this wine comes from a vineyard called La Famine. Something of a misnomer, because this wine is more about generosity and plenty than famine. It's soft, ripe, with dusty, easy tannins, but there is a core of dryness. The acidity shows at the end.",,,90,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Chantal Lescure 2004  Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chantal-lescure-2004-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Chantal Lescure
13.5,Red,France,"Dark and hugely tannic, this is a wine that is all about structure—black fruit and wood flavors give it a foursquare shape. At this stage, the dryness dominates, but given 3–4 years, the fruit will develop further.",Clos de Vougeot,110,90,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Moillard 2004 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2004-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Moillard
,Red,France,"Produced by Bernard Gros, this wine is from the heart of the Gros dynasty's vineyards. It has the elegance of fine village Vosne-Romanée, with just an extra touch of aristocratic structure and impressively fresh fruit. The aftertaste is pure fruit.",,45,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur 2004  Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gros-frere-soeur-2004-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Gros Frère et Soeur
,Red,Italy,"Ruffino's Montalcino estate, Greppone Mazzi is—in our opinion—the source for the company's best wine. Cedary cigar box aromas are backed by layers of black cherry and plum fruit and a velvety mouthfeel. The finish is long and lush, yet structured. Drink 2008–2020.",Greppone Mazzi,63,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ruffino 2001 Greppone Mazzi  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2001-greppone-mazzi-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Ruffino
,Red,France,"One of the flagship wines of Louis Jadot, this wine comes from a seven-acre vineyard that is a Jadot monopoly. This is a delicate wine, very elegant, with roundness and sweetness from ripe fruit. The heart is tannins, suggesting that the wine will age well.",Clos de Ursules Premier Cru,46,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Louis Jadot 2004 Clos de Ursules Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-clos-de-ursules-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,White,US,"Thick and fleshy, with ripe flavors of fig, pear and baked apple, with exceptional balance for its weight. The spice is lightly sensed, as is the toasty influence of the barrel fermentation. It's a complex, creamy take on Viognier, and clearly the best wine this winery makes.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2005 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2005,Goose Ridge
,Red,France,"This wine shows the big, bold side of wines from Gevrey-Chambertin. But the star of the show is the big, bold tannins rather than fruit. It will certainly mature, and will, eventually, be an impressive wine. But those dry tannins will always remain.",,100,91,Burgundy,Latricières-Chambertin,,Faiveley 2004  Latricières-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-pinot-noir-latricieres-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
,Red,France,"Big, bold and fruity, this is a wine with all the generosity and power of Grand Cru Gevrey-Chambertin. It is ripe, with forward fruits and a polished texture but there is still a firm bite of tannin underneath. Drinkable now, but it should age.",,195,91,Burgundy,Latricières-Chambertin,,Camille Giroud 2004  Latricières-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2004-pinot-noir-latricieres-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Camille Giroud
16,Red,US,"This is a new winery to me, and it's off to a good start with this Zinfandel, which contains grapes from some 80-year-old vines and from the Rockpile appellation. It's classic Dry Creek Zin, dense, full-bodied and dry, with beautiful tannins and impressive flavors of wild blackberries, wild mountain thyme and lavender, and a bitter chocolate, coffee earthiness. At its best now.",,25,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bluenose 2004 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bluenose-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Bluenose
12,White,US,"Already a deep amber, though not even a year old, this is ready to drink right now. It is quite ripe and unctuous, without being syrupy, and the fruit flavors move beyond simple peach and apricot into a more interesting blend that includes citrus and tropical candied fruit flavors. The acid keeps it lively and the length is impressive.",Ice Wine,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 2005 Ice Wine Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-2005-ice-wine-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2005,Bonair
,Red,US,"Here is another stellar effort from Cadence, with the control and precision that begins to show why Washington should emulate France more than California. This does not have the sheer weight and tannin of the Klipsun, but it compensates with an underlying minerality and a sinuous core of ripe but not too ripe red fruits. Complex and understated, this is a wine for fans of subtlety and elegance.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2004 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2004-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2004,Cadence
,Red,France,"This clos, with its impressive stone gateway, is entirely owned by Michel Gros, and in a sense is his flagship, even though it is not a premier cru. This 2004 is a powerful statement, a richly textured wine layered with spice and tannins, plus a minty, herbal character. Acidity hovers around the young, fresh, red fruits, lingering in the mouth for many minutes.",Clos des Réas Premier Cru,100,91,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Michel Gros 2004 Clos des Réas Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-clos-reas-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
14.5,Red,US,"This is an enormously complex and appealing Merlot that's offering its best fruit now and for the next three or four years. It's fresh and lively in oak-enhanced blackberry jam, cassis, blueberry, licorice, mushu plum sauce and coffee flavors that last for a full minute into the finish. Shows the elegant balance and finesse of a great Napa red.",Beckstoffer - Las Amigas Vineyard,39,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2003 Beckstoffer - Las Amigas Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-beckstoffer-las-amigas-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2003,Merryvale
,Red,US,"This is pure Cab from two top Walla Walla vineyards, Spofford Station and Pepper Bridge. It shows polished and sophisticated winemaking, with big, brawny, smoky and edgy flavors. The fruit is spicy and tight, and it is wrapped in ash, graphite and stone. The fruit in this big but focused Cab peeks out from the darker mineral layers, tight and tart and saucy.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),James Leigh 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-leigh-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,James Leigh
,Red,France,"Part of the Drouhin family domaine, this parcel of vines belongs to Véronique Drouhin. It's a powerful wine, but also complete. There is good density, richness, black fruits and finishing acidity.",Les Petits Monts Premier Cru,132,91,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Les Petits Monts Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-petits-monts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,France,"From a small parcel in one of the lesser-known premier crus of Chambolle-Musigny, this is a generous, rich and rounded wine. Red fruits make it very appealing now, but the tannins suggest aging potential.",Les Plantes Premier Cru,90,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Bertagna 2004 Les Plantes Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-plantes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Bertagna
,Red,France,"An aromatic, enticing wine that is also full-bodied with firm tannins. It's already well integrated, bringing in some wood flavors that go well with the intrinsic power of this wine.",Les Cras Premier Cru,80,91,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 2004 Les Cras Premier Cru  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-cras-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Bertagna
,White,US,"This is a lovely blend of floral and citrus, two thirds Viognier and the rest Chardonnay. The Chard thickens it up, adding flesh, but the floral aspect of the Viognier remains dominant. It's bright, tight, tart, loaded with crisp citrus and penetrating lemon rind. In sum, this is a vibrant, sharp, juicy, lingering, delicious white wine.",Doyenne Métier Blanc,31,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2005 Doyenne Métier Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2005-doyenne-metier-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2005,DeLille
14.2,White,US,"At first this Chard struck me as austere, but as it aired and warmed in the glass, all kinds of minerally complexities emerged. Decant this one, and don't serve it too cold, to appreciate the gunmetal and leesy complexities, with hints of white peaches, vanilla custard and buttered toast.",Reserve,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2005-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Fritz
13.5,Red,Italy,"A first-rate Merlot that is dense, concentrated, chewy and packed tight with red cherry, Indian spice, chopped mint and roasted espresso bean. But there is also a subtle and delicate floral tone that adds to its wonderful complexity. This wine is full of nuances, finesse and is silky smooth on the palate.",Patrimo,115,91,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2003 Patrimo Merlot (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2003-patrimo-merlot-irpinia/,Merlot,2003,Feudi di San Gregorio
,Red,France,"The line of premier crus, of which Les Cazetiers forms a part, are often picked later than the grand crus, the result of facing due east rather than south-east. But it can result in a beautifully perfumed wine. This is such a one; it has exotic aromas and flavors, along with the firm tannins that suggest good aging.",Les Cazetiers Premier Cru,69,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Faiveley 2004 Les Cazetiers Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-cazetiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
,Red,France,"A rich, almost juicy wine, showing great red fruits buttressed by firm tannins. The mouthfilling fruit dominates the initial palate, and the dryness of the tannins and wood only really show through on the finish.",Aux Chaignots Premier Cru,64,91,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Faiveley 2004 Aux Chaignots Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-aux-chaignots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
,Red,US,"A thoroughly delicious Bordeaux blend, complete and silky smooth. Clear and ripe fruit tastes of a fine mix of plum, spicy cherry and hints of tart cranberry. The subtle use of oak puts a chocolaty coup de grace on top, while hints of tobacco and tea add interest to the lingering finish.",Une Vallée,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saviah 2004 Une Vallée Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2004-une-vallee-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Saviah
,White,US,"Napa Valley and Sauvignon Blanc aren't always the best combination, but this is a superior wine that shows how a great winery can perform when it takes things seriously. With 10% Semillon, barrel fermented and aged sur lees, it's a marvelously complicated wine, dry and crisp in acids, with impressive citrus, peach and honeysuckle flavors.",,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Joseph Phelps
,White,US,"A showstopper! This intense wine sports an unusual mix of scents—wood, flower, fruit candy and menthol mint. There's a resinous quality that lifts the palate, and a honeyed toastiness wrapped into a wine of extraordinary concentration.",,10,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2004 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2004,Townshend
,Red,US,"This young Bordeaux blend is almost impenetrable; tight, compact, dark and chewy. It sports all the tar, smoke, earth and soy flavors you could ever wish for, in a massive, grainy, thick style. To its credit, it's not monolithic and certainly not unbalanced; it just needs more time to soften up a bit.",Ausonius,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2004 Ausonius Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2004-ausonius-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Woodinville Wine Cellars
14.1,Red,US,"The acidity is there, and the tannins. Both together make the wine young, immature, gritty, but they enable the wine to age. There's a terrific core of cherries, rhubarb, cola and pomegranates. It's a big Pinot, dry and gutsy, yet never loses its silky, lightly tannic expressiveness. You could drink it now with a few hours decanting, but it's best left alone for five or six years.",Peay Vineyard,49,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2004 Peay Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-peay-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
,White,US,"The third in L'Ecole's stunning triumvirate of Semillons, the Fries, as usual, goes to the head of the glass, with bright, rich and polished fruit tasting of figs, melon and white peaches. Some pleasing hints of herb add interest to the nose; as do the lightly toasty highlights from the barrel fermentation. This is big and full, but not tiring or unbalanced.",Fries Vineyard,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,L'Ecole No. 41 2005 Fries Vineyard Sémillon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2005-fries-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Sémillon,2005,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"An extraordinary, effusive nose, smooth and voluptuous, with spectacular focus and concentration, opens this wine. There is an herbal underpinning, and just a bit of tannic roughness, but it's nothing that won't soften up with time. This, along with Quilceda's second-tier red, is the best red wine value in the state. Still showing youthful tart, tight acid; it's chewy but focused. Good flavors of very tart cherry, plum and even red apple, leading into hints of menthol, cigar box, pepper and slate.",D2,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2004 D2 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2004-d2-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,DeLille
,Red,France,"Like so many wines of Nuits-St.-Georges, this shows its tannins first. At the heart of this black-fruited wine, there is a delicious, unctuous velvet spot, which shows ripeness and the promise of richness.",Les Murgers Premier Cru,90,91,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Bertagna 2004 Les Murgers Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-murgers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Bertagna
,Red,US,"The grapes —57% Cabernet Sauvignon and 43% Syrah— come from Champoux and Cailloux, and the wine is bursting at the seams with bright berry flavors, quite young and still tart and tight. It needs to be aired out to release the compact, powerful fruit and smooth the tannins, but despite its edgy acidity it shows a bounty of spice, moist earth and ripe tannins balanced against the sweet-tart blackberry juice.",Columbia Rediviva,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2003 Columbia Rediviva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2003-columbia-rediviva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2003,Buty
14.4,Red,US,"Deep in aroma, in flavor, in depth and finish, this Cabernet fulfills your Napa Cab expectations. The mouthfeel is all velvet and silk, the tannins are perfectly sculpted, and the blackberry and coffee flavors are ripe and satisfying without being overwrought. Best now and for a decade.",Unfiltered,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barlow 2003 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2003-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Barlow
,Red,France,"Deep, intense and rich fruit is the hallmark of this powerful wine. Dark tannins lie under the concentrated juicy black fruits, which have a strong streak of acidity. This is a finely structured wine, offering great enjoyment now, and the promise of five years or more of aging.",Les Cazetiers Premier Cru,110,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004 Les Cazetiers Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-cazetiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
13.5,Red,France,"A wine from the Grand Cru Clos de la Roche in Morey-Saint-Denis, this is big, rounded, packed with cherry and balancing wood flavors. It has power and generosity. It also packs quite a firm tannin edge, which promises some good aging.",,93,91,Burgundy,Clos de la Roche,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2004  Clos de la Roche,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2004-pinot-noir-clos-roche/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
13.6,Red,US,"There's an ashy, sage and thyme edge to this ripe young Merlot that actually adds interest to the cherry, blackberry and cranberry aromas and flavors. The wine is voluptuously rich, almost decadent, so ripe is the fruit and so fine are the tannins, but it never loses its dry sense of balance. Very Bordeaux-like in elegance.",,34,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Frog's Leap
,Red,France,"A velvet-smooth wine, deliciously ripe, with sweetness. Great red berry fruits, a touch of new wood and polished tannins create a properly Pinot Noir seduction.",,80,91,Burgundy,Corton Les Renardes,,Morey-Blanc 2004  Corton Les Renardes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2004-pinot-noir-corton-renardes/,Pinot Noir,2004,Morey-Blanc
,Red,US,"OS consistently makes one of the best Cab Francs in the state—for me it is always their best wine. Here again the flavors are a powerful mix of ripe berries, cherries, strawberry jam and streaks of coffee and tobacco. Firm and confident, drinks well right now.",Champoux Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,OS Winery 2004 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2004-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2004,OS Winery
,Red,Portugal,"North-facing vineyards are the source for this impressively structured, layered wine. Its tannins are huge, but dusty rather than dry, sustaining big, rich fruits. Coffee flavors vie with the dry toast and acidity. This is a wine that just narrowly avoids being over the top, and in doing so turns into something great.",Redoma,,91,Douro,,,Niepoort 2001 Redoma Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2001-redoma-red-douro-67141/,Portuguese Red,2001,Niepoort
,Red,US,"100% Cabernet, it is sappy, supple, silky and filled with ripe blackberry flavor. The berries and cherries lead into a super smooth and liquorous finish. The oak is well-integrated, lending sweet caramel notes and a lick of licorice and mocha. Blending pure Cabernet from the right mix of sites to fill it out is the real art; that's what Dunham does especially well.",IX,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2003 IX Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2003-ix-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Dunham
,Red,France,"Right at the northern end of Nuits-St.-Georges, this premier cru vineyard combines the elegance of neighboring Vosne-Romanée with the more savage character of Nuits. There is a wild, rustic element, plus rounded black fruits and delicious freshness under the rich tannins.",Les Boudots Premier Cru,90,91,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Jean Grivot 2004 Les Boudots Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-grivot-2004-boudots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Jean Grivot
,Red,Italy,"Round and supple, plush and bright; here is a wine with deep and penetrating aromas of red berry, tobacco and spice. It's intense and voluptuous—down to the thick streaks of glycerin on the glass—with firm structure, great taste and a long, spice-driven finish.",Riserva Siebeneich,22,91,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2003 Riserva Siebeneich Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2003-riserva-siebeneich-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2003,Colterenzio
,White,US,"Pure Roussanne, all Ciel du Cheval fruit; supremely fresh, juicy and ripe. This is absolutely delicious fruit, ripe and bursting with all the flavors you could hope to find in the grape and the vineyard. The floral/citrus highlights are there, along with honeysuckle and lime. They lead gracefully into rich stone fruits, buttressed with tangy acids. Then into a sweetly peachy, creamy, lightly vanilla-flavored finish. This is the best Roussanne yet from Doyenne.",Doyenne,31,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2005 Doyenne Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2005-doyenne-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Roussanne,2005,DeLille
,Red,US,"This is 100% Syrah sourced from Candy Mountain, Stone Tree and Kestrel View. Substantial, chewy, ripe and bracing, it's the best of the 2004 lineup from Beresan. You get saturated color, a lush, fragrant nose, and spicy, peppery cherry fruit with some pretty tobacco accents. In the mouth it's just plain delicious. There's a perfect streak of vanilla/coffee/Kahlùa running through the spine, and the wine unfolds in a long, seamless finish.",,29,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Beresan 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Beresan
,Red,France,"With just the right generosity of flavor as well as freshness, this is an appetizing and delicious wine. Red cherries and red berry fruits blend with the round, velvet structure to produce a wine with immediate appeal.",Les Fuées Premier Cru,64,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Louis Jadot 2004 Les Fuées Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-fuees-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
13.5,Red,France,"Classic Gevrey-Chambertin, with all its structure and its velvety, intense fruits, this wine already offers full pleasure. If the tannins promise some aging, they do not detract from the rich, sweet fruits and the light, fresh acidity.",,120,91,Burgundy,Mazis-Chambertin,,Maison Champy 2004  Mazis-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2004-pinot-noir-mazis-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Maison Champy
,White,US,"Roughly two thirds Sauvignon Blanc and one third Semillon, aged sur lie in French oak, this is one of the state's top white Meritage wines. It's immaculately fruity, with a lovely mix of pear, lime, citrus and apple. In the mouth it sails along with flavors both lively and fresh.",,19,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2005 Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2005,Three Rivers
14.4,Red,US,"Dark, rich, young and dramatic, with a sappy young Pinot taste that's all jammy black cherries and cola, this is a wine that needs bottle age. From Lynmar's estate, in the southern Russian River Valley, the wine is dry and complex, and shows Pinot's silky elegance. Drink now with decanting and through 2012.",Estate Grown Quail Hill Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2004 Estate Grown Quail Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2004-estate-grown-quail-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lynmar
,Red,France,"A wine that hints at the power of a Gevrey grand cru vineyard, but mainly exhibits the softer side. But there is an element of solid tannin before you get to the Pinot Noir delicacy that continues on to the finish.",,178,91,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Frederic Magnien 2004  Chambertin Clos de Bèze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2004-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2004,Frederic Magnien
14.5,Red,Portugal,"Made from a selection of the best parcels in the Cortes de Cima vineyard, this is a heady blend of raisins, dark plums and firm, dark tannins. It layers superripe, almost sweet, concentrated flavors along with a core of dryness that stops the wine being too jammy, and gives it a splendid structure. A blend of Syrah, Aragonez and Touriga Nacional.",Reserva,58,91,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2003 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2003-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Cortes de Cima
,Red,US,"Champoux and DuBrul vineyards supplied the excellent fruit, roughly half each. This is Washington Syrah at its most dark, dense and deeply extracted. Beautifully structured, this exceptional wine is laced with roasted, toasty streaks of espresso and smoke. The fruit is substantial and more than up to the job of balancing the barrel flavors; you can't really tell what flavors come from which. Long, polished and powerful, this is quite seductive and delicious.",,39,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Woodward Canyon
14.6,Red,US,"Pride's regular '04 Merlot was very good. This one's better. Intensely rich and concentrated in the way of mountain wines, it shows huge, ripe cherry marmalade, black raspberry pie filling, rum and cola, mocha-choca and Asian spice flavors, enriched by smoky oak. Any really ripe wine can do that, but only one from great coastal vineyards can achieve this balance of acids and tannins. Should develop over the next 10 years.",Mountain Top Vineyard Vintner Select,75,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2004 Mountain Top Vineyard Vintner Select Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2004-top-vineyard-vintner-select-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2004,Pride Mountain
,Red,France,"This premier cru is entirely owned by Domaine Bertagna, making it the flagship of the domaine. This wine shows mineral character as well as finesse. But it is also structured, with dry tannins through the finish. It's not huge, but it certainly is solid.",Clos de la Perrière Premier Cru,90,92,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 2004 Clos de la Perrière Premier Cru  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-clos-perriere-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Bertagna
,Red,France,"Au Clouseau is a small (1.3 acres) walled vineyard close to the Grand Crus at the back of the village of Gevrey-Chambertin. The wine is perfumed, structured, still very young. Black fruits, layers of sweet tannins, acidity and some balancing wood flavors—this is a wine with a good future.",Au Closeau Premier Cru,89,92,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze 2004 Au Closeau Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-laroze-2004-au-closeau-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
13,Red,France,"A dark, brooding wine from superripe grapes. There is a lot of structure, though not much fruit at this point. Very dry and firm, with its richness coming from its concentrated tannins. This certainly needs to age, 5–10 years at least.",Clos de Vougeot,125,92,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 2003 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-2003-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine de la Vougeraie
,Red,France,"Initial animal, rustic aromas blow away after a few minutes. On the palate, pure fruits are dominant, just hinting at some of the typical 2004 pepper character. It's a spicy, complex wine, with excellent acidity right through the finish, and always firm.",,129,92,Burgundy,Grands-Echezeaux,,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2004  Grands-Echezeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-la-romanee-conti-2004-pinot-noir-grands-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
,Red,France,"A very complete wine, with all the elements in their right places. Of all the Morey Saint-Denis premier crus that Frédéric Magnien has released in 2004, this seems the most successful, keeping extraction and new wood in their place, emphasizing instead the beautiful fruits and freshness.",Ruchots Premier Cru,67,92,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Frederic Magnien 2004 Ruchots Premier Cru  (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2004-ruchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Frederic Magnien
,Red,France,"Although it's crafted in a modern, fruit-forward style, this wine also manages to preserve the proper structure for this Grand Cru vineyard. The fruits are fresh and delicious, with velvet enveloping the firm tannins. The effect is of a very direct wine, perhaps leaving little for the future, but very good now.",Clos de Vougeot,147,92,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Chanson Père et Fils 2004 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2004-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Chanson Père et Fils
,Red,US,"This is wonderfully fragrant, lush, plush and enveloping—it almost suffocates you with aromas of fruit and barrel and nicely-rendered spice. The fruit is pure and ripe, but the acids are preserved and the tannins are ripe, though still a bit chewy.",Bel Canto,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2004 Bel Canto Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2004-bel-canto-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Cadence
14.8,Red,US,"Isenhower changes the vineyard sources for this wine from year to year. This is the first Horse Heaven Hills version I've tasted, and it's right down the heart of the plate as far as Washington Syrah is concerned. The complex mix of spice, herb and wild fruits is bolstered by peppery tannins and lively acids. A truly wonderful wine that seems both poised and racy, wild and refined. The 14.8% alcohol is in no way over the top.",River Beauty,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Isenhower Cellars 2004 River Beauty Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2004-river-beauty-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2004,Isenhower Cellars
,Red,US,"From the exceptional Klipsun vineyard, this blend of two thirds Merlot and one third Cabernet Sauvignon delivers beautifully softened and ripened tannins. This is a great effort; it clearly shows why Washington is the place for that grape, and the Cabernet filling in the spine. The oak (40% new, all French) is matched to the weight of the fruit, and used properly, as a spice, not an event unto itself. This is as good as Klipsun gets, with the acid still there, no roasted flavors, no heat and no rough tannins.",Klipsun Vineyard,38,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2004 Klipsun Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2004-klipsun-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Cadence
14.8,Red,US,"Grown on Spring Mountain, this is front-loaded in young, primary fruit character, and shows firm, fresh tannins that require aging. There aren't many Merlots that will benefit from four to eight years in the cellar like this one. It's stuffed with vibrant black cherry, blackberry and spicy cola flavors, and has the balanced integrity of a fine, ageworthy Napa red.",,54,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paloma 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paloma-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Paloma
,Red,France,"A big, concentrated wine, dominated by black fruits, some minerality and a dense, solid structure. Attractive herb and perfumed aromas of violets hint at a future when it will be more seductive.",,,92,Burgundy,Clos de la Roche,,Louis Jadot 2004  Clos de la Roche,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-pinot-noir-clos-roche/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,France,"This wine is deceptive. Initially it seems full of fresh red fruits and spices. But go deeper and that is just the initial flavor; packed with tannins and a big, powerful core, this is just starting out. In 10 years, this will be a finely balanced, mature wine.",,149,92,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze 2004  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-laroze-2004-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
14.5,Red,US,"Parducci is proud of their history with Petite Sirah. The name “True Grit” seems to suggest their own stick-to-itiveness, and the wine's gutsy personality. It shows massive cherry, blackberry, plum, cocoa, tobacco, balsamic, soy, coffee and Asian spice flavors, and will probably age forever. Good now with grilled meats.",True Grit,25,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Parducci 2003 True Grit Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2003-true-grit-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2003,Parducci
,White,US,"This outstanding Bordeaux blanc-style wine is consistent with recent vintages, which is to say very smooth, round, rich and toasty. Still young, it is showing a lot of pretty new oak toast, and somewhat waxy peach and fig fruit.The Semillon comprises 73% of the blend, within a percentage of the '04, and has been crushed and then fermented and matured in neutral Burgundy barrels. The SB has been tank-fermented. Very tasty, with potential to improve still further over the next couple of years.",,21,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2005 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2005-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Buty
,Red,France,"A dry, tannin-driven wine, though, underneath, there is fine fruit. The wine is layered, structured with plum skin, leather and herbal flavors, along with pure fruit acidity. It should develop well.",Domaine du Clos Frantin Clos de Vougeot,160,92,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Albert Bichot 2004 Domaine du Clos Frantin Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2004-domaine-clos-frantin-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Albert Bichot
13.5,Red,France,"This is one of the smaller of the Gevrey-Chambertin Grand Crus. It produces wines of considerable firmness and dryness, at least initially. This wine is certainly quite tough and firm. It is very foursquare and solid, needing time for fruit to emerge.",,,92,Burgundy,Mazis-Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2003  Mazis-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2003-pinot-noir-mazis-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2003,Chanson Père et Fils
14.5,Red,US,"Bargetto's been working with Pinot from this vineyard for some time now, and this is their best effort to date. It shows classic coastal varietal character, with a delicately dry, silky structure, flavors of cherries, cola, pomegranates, rhubarb tea and dusty spices, and crisp acidity. Best now for its polished elegance.",Regan Vineyard,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2004 Regan Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2004-regan-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bargetto
,Red,US,"Here's a strong whiff of what Cayuse's Christophe Baron calls the “good funk,” augmented with a blast of black pepper, meat and blood. There's wild herb lurking in the background also, and as the Syrah opens up slowly in the glass it develops a powerful green tea scent. But what a glorious, pungent, earthy and sensuous mix of flavors, wild, organic and fascinating.",En Cerise,60,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2004 En Cerise Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2004-en-cerise-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2004,Cayuse
14.5,Red,Portugal,"It may be the 15% Cabernet in this blend, it may just be the natural structure of the wine, but this is a powerful, structured, firmly tannic wine that is enveloped by a rich robe of super-ripe black fruits. As always with a fine Portuguese wine, this fruit is balanced with dusty tannins and a dry, lingering aftertaste.",,90,92,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2004 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2004-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2004,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova
,Red,France,"This is right at the northern end of the Corton grand cru vineyard. First palate impressions of this dark, powerful wine are that the acidity and tannins almost smother the fruit. But those fruits are going to push through, bringing  new wood flavors along. The aftertaste is of pepper as well as acidity.",,129,92,Burgundy,Corton Les Lolières,,Domaine Bertagna 2004  Corton Les Lolières,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-pinot-noir-corton-lolieres/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Bertagna
14.4,Red,US,"River Road is where Rochioli and Williams Selyem are located. Good neighborhood. The pale color tells you the body is silky, but there's nothing light about the wine. It's very dry and elegant, with complex layers of cola, cherry, root beer, beetroot and licorice flavors that finish with a tremendous fireworks of spice. Drink now through 2010.",River Road,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 2003 River Road Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2003-river-road-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rutz
,Red,US,"Thick, lush and substantial, this is about as chewy a Merlot as you'll ever find. There's 10% Cabernet in the blend, but it's the Merlot that seems to provide the mass, the weight and the substance—if anything, the Cab thins it out a bit. A very impressive, dense and flavorful wine, it melds black fruits, licorice, graphite and Asian tea into a rich and satisfying whole.",Spofford Station,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),James Leigh 2003 Spofford Station Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-leigh-2003-spofford-station-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2003,James Leigh
,Red,France,"The Clos de Vougeot wines of the Gros family holdings, divided between the different branches of the family, often carry the name of the parcel. This, from Grand Maupertuis, at the top end of the vineyard, is a structured but rich wine, with some red jelly flavors and sweetness. The tannins are there, but relatively subdued.",Grand Maupertuis,135,92,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Michel Gros 2004 Grand Maupertuis  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-grand-maupertuis-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
,Red,France,"The Faiveley style for big, bold statements suits this wine. It's powerful, concentrated, dense and rich. There are intense black plum flavors while the tannins are well in balance with the richness of the wine.",Clos de Vougeot,111,92,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Faiveley 2004 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
,White,France,"A white wine vineyard in the heart of the Pinot Noir kingdom of Vougeot is quite a rarity. Domaine de la Vougeraie owns all of this tiny 5-acre vineyard. The wine has a richness and purity of fruit, with apricot and hints of the tropics over a layer of sweet wood. A smooth, creamy texture adds to the allure of this delicious wine.",Le Clos Blanc Premier Cru,69,92,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 2004 Le Clos Blanc Premier Cru  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-2004-le-clos-blanc-premier-cru-chardonnay-vougeot/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine de la Vougeraie
,Red,US,"Sour cherry, rock and an almost delicate earthy quality define the entry. In the mouth it has a pleasing granularity, warmed by soft, sweet fruit, and it sits on its mid-palate flavors for a long, long time. Then, slowly, it fades into a tart, somewhat high-toned finish; hinting at wild berry, spicy plum and even a bit of tobacco.",Harrison Hill,70,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 2004 Harrison Hill Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2004-harrison-hill-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,DeLille
13,Red,France,"Rich and spicy, this wine has dense, solid tannins. But they can't hide the deliciously ripe blackberry jelly flavors and the power. It needs time, because the wood and fruit tannins are so dominant at present. Drink 2017.",,,92,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Chanson Père et Fils 2004  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2004-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2004,Chanson Père et Fils
,Red,US,"This is the second vintage for this very limited (165 cases) Grenache-based red wine. In 2004 the blend includes 19% Mourvèdre and 12% Syrah. Though winemaker Bob Betz says he is “still struggling between size and elegance,” this is not a wine you must struggle to enjoy. Bright and spicy, it attacks the palate with the Grenache's powerfully concentrated raspberry fruit. Added weight and mass come from the other two grapes; all beautifully proportioned and blended. Notes of pepper, sweet cinnamon and even a whiff of toast come into play in the creamy finish.",Bésoleil,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2004 Bésoleil Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2004-besoleil-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Betz Family
13.5,Red,France,"Powerful and intense, with flavors of licorice, truffle and red fruits, this is a solid, concentrated wine with plenty of potential for aging. It shows the pedigree of its vineyard in the richness of the fruit as well as its structure, which leaves both freshness and dryness on the finish.",,113,92,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2004  Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2004-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
,Red,France,"The vineyard of La Combe d'Orveau is situated in the southern end of Chambolle-Musigny, within sight of Clos de Vougeot. This 2004 is quintessential Chambolle—rich, opulent, yet full of sensuous elegance. The wine is vibrantly red, layered with acidity, a delicious mouthful of bright fruit that will certainly age into something splendid.",La Combe d'Orveau,60,93,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Anne Gros 2004 La Combe d'Orveau  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-anne-gros-2004-combe-dorveau-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Anne Gros
13.5,Red,Italy,"One of the best Montianos ever, this is as dark as a moonless night. Its appearance alone bears the mark of Merlot master Riccardo Cotarella. It is a bold overstatement—backed by mindbending complexity—with aromas of black cherry, milk chocolate, red brick, campfire and bacon. Velvety in look and taste, it delivers chewy tannins, a solid consistency and a long, spice-driven finish.",Montiano,40,93,Central Italy,Lazio,,Falesco 2004 Montiano Merlot (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falesco-2004-montiano-merlot-lazio/,Merlot,2004,Falesco
13.8,Red,US,"This is one of the most interesting Merlots I've tasted lately, mainly due to the compelling balance. It's very ripe in cherry, blackberry and mocha flavors, with a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla. The balance comes from the wonderfully smooth tannins, crisp acids and deft way the new oak integrates with everything else. Now through 2010.",,35,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Casa Nuestra 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-nuestra-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Casa Nuestra
13.5,Red,France,"For a 2003, this is surprisingly austere. There is a dark side to the wine, very closed up still, with dry fruits and tannins dominating. It needs time to open up, as befits its exalted status of Grand Cru in the Burgundy hierarchy. There's great finishing acidity, along with red fruits.",,,93,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2003  Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2003-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2003,Chanson Père et Fils
,Red,France,"This is the largest of the Gevrey-Chambertin grand crus, a huge (for Burgundy) 31 acres. Drouhin has made the most of its weight and power, a wine of dark plum flavors surrounding a core that is dense and solid. This is already a drinkable wine, but to get the best out of it, the rich fruit needs time to envelop the firm tannins.",,114,93,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
15,Red,Portugal,"From a special lot of wine that showed, as the producers put it, “new flavors and characters,” this wine has been named Curriculum Vitae in recognition of its importance “in our winemaking lives.” Luckily, this hype is justified. It's initially austere, with dry black fruits and firm tannins. But it shows great long-term qualities. A powerful wine that, with its wood and rich, almost Porty fruit, promises to keep for many years.",Curriculum Vitae,,93,Douro,,,Lemos & Van Zeller 2004 Curriculum Vitae Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemos-van-zeller-2004-curriculum-vitae-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Lemos & Van Zeller
,Red,France,"From one of the great Gevrey-Chambertin families comes this hugely authentic, impressive wine. With its solid tannins and ripe strawberry fruits, this is big and intense. It is delicious now and shows potential for excellent aging. The finish has both roundness and power.",,200,93,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Domaine Trapet Pere et Fils 2004  Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-trapet-pere-fils-2004-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Trapet Pere et Fils
,White,France,"Big, opulent and rich, this is all fruit. While there is a hint of wood, the wine is generous with tropical flavors and ripe white pears. If it wasn't for the acidity, this could be New World.",Corton-Charlemagne,145,93,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Domaine Bertagna 2004 Corton-Charlemagne  (Corton-Charlemagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-corton-charlemagne-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bertagna
,Red,France,"What a powerful wine, full of dark, brooding fruits. It's big and solid, but the edges blur into some delicious rich flavors, with hints of acidity on the finish. Very much in the Bertagna style, this is rich and mouth-filling.",,146,93,Burgundy,Clos Saint-Denis,,Domaine Bertagna 2004  Clos Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-pinot-noir-clos-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Bertagna
,White,US,"Once again Woodward Canyon has crafted a dense and powerful dry Riesling from DuBrul vineyard grapes. It strikes me as Australian in style, the perfect pairing of New World fruit and an almost austere minerality. Lingering notes of sweet grapefruit, orange, tangerine and lemon rind carry into a lush finish that keeps adding new flavors—ginger, apple, honey graham and more.",Dry,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2005 Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2005-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Woodward Canyon
,Red,France,"Like so many wines of Vosne-Romanée, this is very complete. All the elements are in the right place, showing power, structure and  delicious ripe fruit. Pure, fresh acidity and black fruits lead to a lifted aftertaste.",Les Suchots Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Chantal Lescure 2004 Les Suchots Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chantal-lescure-2004-suchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Chantal Lescure
,Red,US,"The Boushey Vineyard is the source for this Syrah, which once again delivers complex aromas and flavors whose ebullient mix includes wild herb, citrus, spiced plum, posh cherry and luscious vanilla cream. It's killer juice, thick with tar, smoke and bacon fat; but its vivid citrus peel acidity lifts it until it soars. This is seamless, sensuous and thrilling Syrah.",La Serenne,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2004 La Serenne Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2004-serenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Betz Family
13.5,Red,France,"A ripe, open, opulent wine, with all the right generous Pinot Noir flavors. But it's also spiced with tannins, flavors of loganberries, pepper, herbs and a healthy layer of acidity. Given its tannic structure, this wine should age well over 10 years.",Aux Combottes Premier Cru,135,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Dujac 2004 Aux Combottes Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2004-aux-combottes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Dujac
,Red,France,"It takes charm, as in luck, to find good Charmes-Chambertin. But this is one of the good ones, a big, ripe, dense wine that is just setting out on a slow road of aging. Already, though, the fruit is doing its work, showing black plum skin flavors, while the tannins hold everything together. Give it 5–10 years.",,,93,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2004  Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2004-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Chanson Père et Fils
,Red,US,"Soft, spicy and complex, but also muscular; this Cabernet-driven Bordeaux blend may be the most complex of Cadence's three vineyard-designates. The wine has more heat and power than the other two, and I love the way the spice kicks in. There is considerable toasty and coffee flavor in it as well; all wrapped into a lush and harmonious, smooth and contiguous whole.",Taptiel Vineyard,38,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2004 Taptiel Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2004-taptiel-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Cadence
14.1,Red,US,"What a roll Merry Edwards is on. This is a basic, appellation series Pinot, but it's as good or better as most other wineries' single-vineyard bottlings, showing a dry, rich, acidic, earthy character in its youth. But there's enough cherry cola fruit to drink now, if you decant. Chewy and complex, it should improve for five years and hold for another five.",,30,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Merry Edwards 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Merry Edwards
,Red,France,"Initially austere, with dry tannins, this wine then opens up spectacularly. There are aromas of new wood and red fruits; the palate is treated to a rich, rolling velvet texture overlain with berry fruits, sweet acidity and a delicious, open, juicy finish. It will be even better in 5–10 years, but works well now.",,98,93,Burgundy,Latricières-Chambertin,,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet 2004  Latricières-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rossignol-trapet-2004-pinot-noir-latricieres-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet
15.2,Red,US,"This is a similar blend to DeLille's Harrison Hill bottling, but these grapes are largely from Red Mountain. Chaleur Estate is a very site-specific wine, and it has a strong component of mineral, granite or pencil lead. Dense, well-articulated flavors of very tart, precise red fruits, blue fruits, black fruits almost overwhelms; this is a wine to savor and one that requires a lot of airtime. The only cautionary note is the high alcohol (15.2%), which may shorten its lifespan.",Chaleur Estate,70,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 2004 Chaleur Estate Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2004-chaleur-estate-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,DeLille
14.9,Red,US,"Starts out black and inky, with the ashy, charry aroma that 100% new French oak brings to the tease of blackberry fruit. In the mouth, this is a very soft, almost sweet Cab, with the flavors of candied blackberries, caramelly peanut brittle, chocolate fudge and crème de cassis. It's so rich and exotic, it's almost obvious. Made by Helen Turley in the international style, huge and seductive. The estate vineyard is in Yountville, next to Dominus.",,150,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blankiet 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blankiet-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Blankiet
,Red,US,"This is the first bottling of what will be the winery's flagship Southern Rhône-inspired blend. It includes the first estate-grown fruit, and the rest from Alder Ridge. It has great concentration, and a tarry, jammy aspect that pushes the fruit into more richness and intensity. Complexity and ripeness shows right from the start, carrying through to a finish with citrusy, bright cool-climate fruits. A captivating wine, with a forward and intriguing set of sauvage and tarry flavors; tremendous length. 122 cases produced.",Cuvée Elena,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2004 Cuvée Elena G-S-M (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2004-cuvee-elena-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-columbia-valley-wa/,G-S-M,2004,Syncline
,Red,France,"A real blockbuster, with dark tannins and a firm, tough structure. Only right at the end does tasty, ripe fruit show up, but even this is heavy and brooding. If you want power in a Pinot, look no further.",Clos de Vougeot,92,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Louis Jadot 2004 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
14.6,Red,US,"This is a fun wine, easy to like. It's also a serious wine. That's a hard juggling act, but Pride pulls it off so well. Shows the lighter side of the Cabernet family, with a silky, almost delicate body framing cherry and oak flavors. Yet there's tremendous depth, and the exquisite tension between fruit, acidity, tannins and wood is as intricate as a Cirque du Soleil trapeze act.",,60,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2004 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2004-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Pride Mountain
,Red,Portugal,"It is appropriate that the name “Batuta” means conductor's baton. This is certainly the leader (and the finest) of the three reds made by Niepoort. That's because, while it remains as powerful a statement as the other two (Redoma and Vertente), it also has better balance of rich fruits, sweet tannins and the dark chocolate flavors. Age for six years at least.",Batuta,90,93,Douro,,,Niepoort 2004 Batuta Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2004-batuta-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Niepoort
,White,US,"Ovation is never a huge, opulent wine, but rather one of control and finesse. It's the kind of Chard that's sometimes called Chablisian because of the firm minerality and streamlined, tightly metallic quality. The '04 is complex and layered, offering fruit pie filling flavors of kiwis, limes and guavas with the caramel and vanilla of well-charred new oak. It's one of the few Chardonnays that will benefit from midterm aging. Drink now—2010.",Ovation,60,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Joseph Phelps 2004 Ovation Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2004-ovation-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Phelps
,Red,France,"Showing the peppery character of 2004, this wine also showcases black fruits and firm tannins. It's pretty tough at this stage, but the fruit is certainly there; in five years this will be impressively complex.",Clos de Vougeot,117,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,France,"The wine tastes from the center outwards, the reverse of peeling fruit. It leads from the rich fruit that is at the heart and goes outwards towards tannins, new wood and spice. It all comes together on the finish. This is a wine of importance and stature.",,140,93,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Domaine Jean Grivot 2004  Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-grivot-2004-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Jean Grivot
,Red,France,"Pure, fine fruits along the line of raspberry and dark plums—there's almost a dancing quality to this wine, with its freshness and lightness, with acidity and red currants giving the most delicate of finishing touches.",,,93,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2004  Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-la-romanee-conti-2004-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
,White,US,"Rich, lush and creamy, this barrel fermented (in 1–4 year-old Burgundy barrels) Chardonnay has brilliant fruit flavors of apples and white peaches, shot through with butterscotch and caramel. The finish, though not exactly sweet, has a pleasing candy quality. This is distinctive and delicious, never palate-fatiguing, and beautifully balanced.",Conner Lee Vineyard,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2005 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2005-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2005,Buty
14.1,Red,US,"The most notable feature of this wine, the thing that really distinguishes it from the other Pinots in Bob Cabral's stable, is acidity. It just sings and zings. Meanwhile the fruity flavor from this hot vintage is enormous. Blackberries, cherries, mocha, molasses, the list goes on. Delicious now, this will improve for four years, and hold for another six.",Hirsch Vineyard,69,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2004 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
14.7,Red,US,"What a wine. Take one of those hugely gooey, famous winemaker Napa Cabs, the kind that melt on your palate like butter on toast or chocolate in a microwave, and add fierce mountain tannins, and this is what you get. A humungous, dry, important Cab, one that desperately needs cellaring. Ten years should do it; 20 might be better. The spicy blackberry and cherry fruit isn't going anywhere.",Reserve,120,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pride Mountain
14.3,Red,US,"This is the best of Rutz's current releases due to the sheer richness of the wine, which comes from a vineyard made famous by the vintner, Merry Edwards. It's crisp in acidity, and elegantly silky in the mouth, with pomegranate, cola, cherry, rhubarb, rosehip tea and spice flavors. It's very complex now, showing classic Russian River character, and should age well for a decade.",Windsor Gardens,60,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 2003 Windsor Gardens Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2003-windsor-gardens-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rutz
13,Red,France,"Mostly in Chambolle-Musigny, this Grand Cru has a firmer, more solid character than many of the more refined offerings from this village. This is very evident in this dense wine, with its new wood and the power and intensity of black, very ripe fruits. The tannins are already well integrated with the fruit. No doubt this will age.",,110,94,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 2005  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-2005-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2005,Domaine de la Vougeraie
,Red,US,"This Côte Rousse has really pulled itself together. It's a subtle wine but offers perfectly ripened, silky, beautifully proportioned flavors of mixed fruits, highlighted with Rhône-like notes of mineral, forest floor, truffle and smoke. This is the good funk—the exotic nuances that come only from the most sensitive winemaking. A vin de garde, this should evolve over the next decade or more.",La Cote Rousse,45,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Betz Family 2004 La Cote Rousse Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2004-cote-rousse-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2004,Betz Family
,Red,France,"Often young Echezeaux can show an earthy character, and this wine is no exception. It also has density of texture: Dark, firm and brooding, this wine demands aging. It has the 2004 freshness and acidity to lighten the finish.",,127,94,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,France,"Rich and velvety, this wine is out to seduce. It has delicious sweet strawberry fruits, soft but deceptively powerful tannins and the refreshing acidity and lift of 2004. It will still age—those tannins show that—but it is already enjoyable.",,200,94,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
13,Red,France,"At the northern limit of Chambolle-Musigny, the wines from Bonnes-Mares often take on the character of the solid, foursquare wines of Morey-Saint-Denis. But, as with this, they also keep some of the sensuousness of Chambolle. There's lovely, sweet fruit nicely restrained by the acidity and soft, dusty tannins. New wood flavors also add to the mix.",,235,94,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
,Red,France,"This is a complete, rounded wine. It has all the right firmness to ensure that it will age, but at the same time, it has great, ripe fruits. An open and powerful wine, keeping an element of elegance that will show much more prominently in the years to come.",,121,94,Burgundy,Clos Saint-Denis,,Louis Jadot 2004  Clos Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-pinot-noir-clos-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,France,"Owner of one of the largest parcels of Clos de Vougeot, Grivot makes one of the benchmark wines from the vineyard. This starts out dry to taste, but then there is an explosion of strawberry and red currant fruits as the tannins fall back to reveal a wine that, while big, is certainly not overwhelming—leave that to more powerful vintages than 2004.",Clos de Vougeot,115,94,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Jean Grivot 2004 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-grivot-2004-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Jean Grivot
,Red,France,"All the generosity and opulence as well as the intense perfumes of Bonnes-Mares are found in this ripe and open wine. The pure fruit flavors dominate, rolling around the tannins, leaving ripe red fruits and acidity in equal measure.",,163,94,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,France,"Great, opulent red fruits dominate both the aromas and flavors of this big-hearted wine. It's rounded, open, waiting to be drunk, with its relatively soft tannins and great, ripe flavors.",,110,94,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Louis Jadot 2004  Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
13.5,Red,France,"This is a big wine, and so young. The fruits are vibrantly fresh, but the tannins are still somewhat set apart. Just wait; this is so intense and concentrated that it will be stunning. For now, admire the structure and the fruit from afar; don't open until 2012.",,119,94,Burgundy,Chapelle-Chambertin,,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze 2004  Chapelle-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-laroze-2004-pinot-noir-chapelle-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
,Red,France,"The class of the grands crus of Vosne-Romanée, such as Echezeaux, is well expressed in this beautifully crafted wine. The hand of master wine consultant, Jean-Pierre Confuron, is obvious in the pure fruits, the ripeness and the richness, along with the proper tannin structure. Another example of the way Chanson has found a new future for itself.",Echezeaux,,94,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Chanson Père et Fils 2004 Echezeaux  (Echézeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2004-echezeaux-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2004,Chanson Père et Fils
,Red,France,"Deliciously perfumed fruit, with new-wood richness topped by solid tannins here. This is a dense, chewy wine but also one that offers plenty of juicy, black fruit flavors. Big and bold, it will also age well.",,125,94,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Nicolas Potel 2003  Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2003-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nicolas Potel
,Red,France,"On the northern boundary of Morey Saint-Denis, this vineyard produces wines that show some of the power of neighboring Gevrey-Chambertin. This wine, from the hands of the Seysses family, has all that power; it's packed with very rich red fruits and layers of acidity, sweet tannins and a delicious, lifted finish. Impressive wine, with an obvious ability to age.",,165,94,Burgundy,Clos de la Roche,,Domaine Dujac 2004  Clos de la Roche,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2004-pinot-noir-clos-roche/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Dujac
,White,US,"A rich, golden, toasty, hedonistic wine. Ripe and loaded with gorgeous fruit: sweet citrus, pineapple, grapefruit, peach and stone fruit. As it moves through the palate it's laced with smoke and toast, while the fruit core expands into marmalade and tupelo honey, and the wine grows unctuous and creamy. Doesn't taste like a young wine, but it certainly will continue to round out and develop further in the bottle.",Chaleur Estate Blanc,33,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2005 Chaleur Estate Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2005-chaleur-estate-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,DeLille
14.4,Red,US,"Here's a wine for real Pinotphiles. It's just exquisite, but it's not for neophytes, because it takes an understanding of the variety. Pale in color, silky and delicate in structure, it shows Green Valley's ability to produce great Pinot. There's tremendous oak, but it meshes perfectly with the cola, cherry, rosehip tea and  Asian spice flavors. Drink now—2012.",Dutton Ranch,40,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 2004 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2004-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rutz
14.6,Red,US,"Elu is St. Supery's Napa Valley Bordeaux blend. Largely Cabernet Sauvignon, with a little Merlot and Petit Verdot, it is really a gorgeous wine. Hard to describe how smooth and rich it feels in the mouth. There's lots of dusty tannins, rich blackberry essence, cherry fruit and chocolate flavor, and sweet toasty oak. The wine is beautiful now, but it should glide along and improve for another 10 years.",Elu Red Wine,69,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2002 Elu Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2002-elu-red-wine-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,St. Supéry
,Red,France,"Power and spice epitomize this wine, a firm, solid structure that keeps complexity and elegance as part of the package, and that will reward long aging. It may be big, but it keeps a sense of proportion, with dark fruits balanced with fresh acidity.",,188,94,Burgundy,Grands-Echezeaux,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Grands-Echezeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-pinot-noir-grands-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,France,"Very much in the Nicolas Potel style of fruit-driven wines, this still keeps a firm grip on the structure, which is proper to a wine from Morey Saint-Denis. There's great freshness here, but also the ripe fruits of 2003—blueberries, dark plums—plus just a touch of wood and a flourish of acidity to finish.",,123,94,Burgundy,Clos Saint-Denis,,Nicolas Potel 2003  Clos Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2003-pinot-noir-clos-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nicolas Potel
,Red,France,"Smoky aromas set the scene for a complex, fascinating wine. Like so many 2004s, it is striking for the purity of its fruit. And if there is a hint of green in the tannins, this certainly doesn't do the wine any harm. It's more that it shows how much time it needs to mature. Aftertaste is fresh.",,,94,Burgundy,Richebourg,,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2004  Richebourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-la-romanee-conti-2004-pinot-noir-richebourg/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
,Red,France,"This grand cru monopole, owned by the Mommessin family, makes wine that charms easily, with its perfumes and berry fruit flavors. But there is a definite tannic character that only appears once the wine has been in your mouth for a few moments. Then it is apparent that it is dry, needing aging. The aftertaste is very fresh.",,350,94,Burgundy,Clos de Tart,,Clos de Tart 2004  Clos de Tart,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-tart-2004-pinot-noir-clos-tart/,Pinot Noir,2004,Clos de Tart
,Red,France,"Philippe Drouhin has produced a monumental Clos de Vougeot. It has power, intensity and great, solid fruit flavors, particularly black plums. Add spice, some wood, delicious acidity and concentration—this wine will age for years.",,149,95,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze 2004  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-laroze-2004-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
,Red,US,"This is a special wine, a beautiful rendition of pure Cab from a single Red Mountain vineyard—Tapteil. It shows the power of the grape, the structural verticality, the austerity, but it is also ripe enough to stand alone and shine all by itself. This is a perfectly sculpted wine, elegant and fine, sleek and muscular. It needs time, no doubt, but it's delicious right now as well. I just love pure Cabernet. It's like a zen wine.",Camerata,50,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2004 Camerata Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2004-camerata-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Cadence
15.2,White,US,"There's so much fruitsap richness and toasty sweet oak on this Chard, it's almost like a food group of its own. Just tremendous in ripe apricot jam, peach pie, and hazelnut-infused vanilla cream eclair flavors. That sounds sweet, but the wine is wonderfully dry. It's also richly balanced in acids.",Heintz Vineyard,44,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Heintz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-heintz-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
14.9,Red,US,"This is a stunning Merlot, impossibly rich. Saturated and opaque in color, it tastes fat and flashy, with masses of cherry and blackberry jam, anise, chocolate and Provençal herb flavors. Yet this opulently soft wine has a classic structure, backed up with firm tannins. This is a profound Merlot.",,100,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blankiet 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blankiet-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Blankiet
13.5,Red,France,"Rich, generous, almost opulent, this brings together great layers of black fruits and figs, wood smoothness and dense, sensual ripeness allied to acidity. There's power here, too, but it's a wine to revel in.",Chambertin-Clos-de-Bèze,235,95,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004 Chambertin-Clos-de-Bèze  (Chambertin Clos de Bèze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-chambertin-clos-beze-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
,Red,France,"In keeping with its place on the boundary of Morey Saint-Denis and Chambolle-Musigny, this Bonnes-Mares marries the refinement of great Chambolle with the more tough, powered character of Morey. It's smoky, powerful and solid with an explosion of fruits in the mouth, but leaving mouth-watering freshness to finish.",,128,95,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Louis Jadot 2004  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,France,"Anne Gros calls her share of this parcel in Clos Vougeot Maupertui—her cousin Michel spells it “Maupertuis.” Such are the complications of Burgundy. But this wine is anything but a confusion: It's a powerful, beautifully constructed wine, everything in its place—fruit, tannins and smoky wood. This justifies the sometimes questionable place of Clos Vougeot among the Grand Crus.",Le Grand Maupertui,120,95,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Anne Gros 2004 Le Grand Maupertui  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-anne-gros-2004-le-grand-maupertui-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Anne Gros
,Red,France,"This will need years to develop fully—15 to 20 years probably. For now, it is firmly tannic, very dry and powerful, with juicy fruit and acidity somewhere in there. The elements are not yet knitted together. When they are, this will be a stupendous wine.",Richebourg,375,95,Burgundy,Richebourg,,Domaine Jean Grivot 2004 Richebourg  (Richebourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-grivot-2004-richebourg-pinot-noir-richebourg/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Jean Grivot
14.4,Red,US,"If you're lucky enough to try this with Pride's reserve Cab, which is 100% varietal, you'll find this one fleshier and meatier. Based on Merlot, it shows a voluptuous fatness, a chocolate-covered cherry candy immediacy, that makes it drinkable now. At the same time, it has big, dusty, mouth-coating tannins. Drink now, with decanting, or cellar for 10 years.",Reserve Claret,120,95,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 2003 Reserve Claret Red (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2003-reserve-claret-red-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Pride Mountain
13,Red,France,"This wine is all power on a leash. It is a wine that is waiting to escape from its youth, there's that much intensity. It's not huge, but it is concentrated, and the black fruits and acidity are already powering through. It needs 5–6 years.",Chambertin-Clos-de-Bèze,169,95,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze 2004 Chambertin-Clos-de-Bèze  (Chambertin Clos de Bèze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-laroze-2004-chambertin-clos-beze-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
,Red,France,"Great power, delicious fruit and dusty tannins are all present in an elegant parcel. This is an impressive wine, with a balanced structure and texture. And the fruit is so ripe, so seductive without going over the top. Drink in 2012.",,112,95,Burgundy,Clos de la Roche,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Clos de la Roche,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-pinot-noir-clos-roche/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
14.5,White,US,"Big, big, big. Make that huge, huge, huge. This Chard rocks. It's done up in the grand Burgundian way, but all the bells and whistles can't put a dent in the fruit, which is just, well, big and huge. Mangoes, papayas, pineapple custard, peach pie, macaroon, gingersnap cookie, vanilla fudge, buttered toast, all brightened with coastal acidity. Chardonnay just doesn't get any richer than this.",Mountain Top Vineyard Vintner Select,47,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2005 Mountain Top Vineyard Vintner Select Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2005-top-vineyard-vintner-select-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Pride Mountain
,Red,France,"As befits the most seductive of vineyards, this wine is one that wraps itself around you, a charmer of a wine, but one that still retains some of the elegance of a great Chambolle-Musigny. And just when you think it's all up front, the tannins creep up and promise great aging potential.",Musigny,242,95,Burgundy,Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Musigny  (Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-musigny-pinot-noir-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,France,"A delicious, flowery, aromatic wine. The flavors float around the firm core of fine tannins, plum skin and fig flavors, combining with acidity and leaving an impression of delicacy, yet also great aging potential.",Romanée-Saint-Vivant,,95,Burgundy,Romanée-St.-Vivant,,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2004 Romanée-Saint-Vivant  (Romanée-St.-Vivant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-la-romanee-conti-2004-saint-vivant-pinot-noir-romanee-st-vivant/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
14.8,White,US,"This is one of the best Chardonnays I've had recently. It's a tremendously ripe wine, exploding with apricot nectar, peach custard, quince, butterscotch, buttered toast and spice flavors. There's even a spine of minerality. But what really makes it so special is the acidity. This is just a tremendous Chard, totally addictive, and it's best now in its flamboyant youth.",Allen Vineyard,48,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Allen Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-allen-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Williams Selyem
14.4,Red,US,"This is really a fabulous Pinot Noir that is absolutely Grand Cru. It's balanced, but what's hard to describe is how the wine can be silky and airy, yet dense and complex. The fruit is amazingly ripe, a detonation of cherries, cola, raspberries, pomegranates and coffee, with new oaky layers of caramel, toast and vanilla, but it all comes together in a seamless, elegant, complex experience that's a joy to savor. Terrific now. Should hit its peak in 2007–2009, and hold for a decade.",Flax Vineyard,54,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Flax Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-flax-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
14.4,Red,US,"One of the first, if not the first, of the proprietarily named Napa Bordeaux blends, Phelps Insignia has been one of California's greatest Cabs for decades. This is their 30th anniversary bottling, and it's worthy of the tradition. Ultrarich and smooth, with a mouthfeel that's pure velvet, it's fairly thick in tannins now, suggesting cellaring. But it's huge in blackberry, dark unsweetened chocolate and spicy plum fruit, and will easily hold for a very long time. Best now, if carefully decanted, and through 2020.",Insignia,165,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2003 Insignia Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2003-insignia-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Joseph Phelps
,Red,France,"If you ever needed to know why Grand Crus are better vineyards and make better wine than the rest, this wine is the perfect example. It has all the richness and opulence of great Pinot Noir, but at the same time, with its firm structure and plum and damson flavors, it magnifies those qualities into something impressive and long-lasting.",Chambertin Clos de Bèze,152,96,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Louis Jadot 2004 Chambertin Clos de Bèze  (Chambertin Clos de Bèze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-chambertin-clos-beze-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,France,"Although this wine is very firm and closed at the outset, it opens—and keeps opening in the mouth—to offer great fruit flavors. It is finely balanced, very pure, combining an ethereal character with the proper feet-in-the-soil taste of great Pinot Noir. Age for 20 years, if you can bear to wait.",La Tâche,,96,Burgundy,La Tâche,,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2004 La Tâche  (La Tâche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-la-romanee-conti-2004-tache-pinot-noir-tache/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
14.3,Red,US,"This is always one of Williams Selyems' best Pinots, and the '04 is a fabulous wine. The grapes got real ripe up there in the coastal mountains, producing complex blackberry, cherry, cola, rhubarb, pomegranate and spice flavors, but the cool nights preserved vital acidity, and that makes for a rich balance. The wine never gives up its basically silky, elegant mouthfeel. So savory and delicious now, it's hard to pass up, but this wine should improve for six years.",Precious Mountain Vineyard,85,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2004 Precious Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-precious-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"Smooth, supple and full-flavored, The Bionic Frog shows the characteristic uber-funk that it is known for. But in this new vintage it seems to be a bit less in-your-face than previously. There's plenty of wild herb, beef blood and silage to go around; but the flavors are already fully integrated, the wine viscous and plush with an intensely spicy quality. This is beautiful, thick and meaty yet still lifted through the finish, which keeps adding new scents and flavors as it sails along-vanilla, clove and baking spices.",Bionic Frog,75,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2004 Bionic Frog Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2004-bionic-frog-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2004,Cayuse
,Red,US,"A truly stunning wine of amazing complexity. It has layers of depth rarely found in any Washington wines, beginning with dense black fruits, black licorice, smoke, pepper and charcoal. The trademark Cayuse herbal/green tea elements are there also, more as hints than as layers. The aging in big neutral barriques has buffed it out; as it breathes in the glass the wine opens beautifully, gaining flesh and density. A genuine tour de force, deeply aromatic and fascinating.",Armada,65,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2003 Armada Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2003-armada-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Cayuse
,Red,France,"To say this is textbook Pinot Noir is to do this stunning wine an injustice. But it does have everything that should be in a great Pinot Noir—the sumptuousness, the silky tannins, the touch of wood, the red fruits. All of these are enveloped in an elegant structure, leaving freshness and delicious, refreshing acidity at the end.",Clos des Lambrays,110,97,Burgundy,Clos de Lambrays,,Domaine des Lambrays 2004 Clos des Lambrays  (Clos de Lambrays),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lambrays-2004-clos-pinot-noir-clos-lambrays/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine des Lambrays
,White,France,"A great wine from a great vintage for whites, this has vanilla, ripe green fruits and a smoky, mineral character. Ripe and delicious, this brings the richness of honey and the rigor of minerality into balance.",Le Montrachet,,97,Burgundy,Montrachet,,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2004 Le Montrachet  (Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-la-romanee-conti-2004-le-montrachet-chardonnay-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
,Red,France,"This wine's considerable power derives from its a solid texture, its multifaceted red-berry flavors, juiciness, freshness and perfect balancing acidity. You can, and will want to, hold this in the mouth for many minutes. It is a complete wine.",,,97,Burgundy,Romanée-Conti,,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2004  Romanée-Conti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-la-romanee-conti-2004-pinot-noir-romanee-conti/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
13,Rose,Spain,"Heavy and mildly pickled on the nose. This 50/50 blend of Garnacha and Cabernet has already lost its freshness, and while it's acceptable you're best off waiting for the 2006 to arrive in the spring or summer. This version is now mealy and over the hill.",,7,80,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2005 Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2005-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2005,Vega Sindoa
13,White,Germany,"From the Mettenheimer Schlossberg, this rather light, hollow offering smells a bit dirty, adding a slight funk to its honey and earth aromas. Assertively tart on the finish.",Single Vineyard,27,81,Rheinhessen,,,Sander 2004 Single Vineyard Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sander-2004-single-vineyard-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2004,Sander
13.5,White,South Africa,"There's some toasted oak on the nose but overall, this wine tends towards watery and lean, with very little flavor or finish to make an impact, especially for a Chardonnay.",Kosher,12,81,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2004 Kosher Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2004-kosher-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2004,Backsberg
14.5,Red,US,"Way too sweet, with sugared blackberry tea flavors and not enough acidity, which makes the wine insipid.",Old Vine,12,81,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Bogle
14.9,Red,US,Somewhat harsh and tannicly acidic. The wine is fruity but a bit tough.,,26,81,California,Lake County,High Valley,Two Angels 2005 Syrah (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-angels-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Syrah,2005,Two Angels
15,Red,US,"Dry and acidic, but there is just enough cherry fruit to make it drinkable.",Reserve,32,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2004 Reserve Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2004-reserve-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2004,Justin
14.5,Red,US,"Pretty simple fare, a thin, dry wine whose fruit is so watery that the alcohol and tannins dominate.",Reserve,19,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 2003 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2003-reserve-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Ironstone
13,Rose,Australia,"Seems a bit tired already, with a heaviness in the mouth and dulled fruit flavors. There's stone and spice remaining, but where's the fruit?",Masterpeace Shiraz-Sangiovese,9,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Andrew Peace 2005 Masterpeace Shiraz-Sangiovese Rosé (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-peace-2005-masterpeace-shiraz-sangiovese-rose-south-eastern/,Rosé,2005,Andrew Peace
15,Red,US,"This wine took a bad stumble last year and hasn't recovered. The ‘05, despite the cooler vintage, has a hot, cooked taste, yet somehow manages to be vegetal at the same time.",,17,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Seven Deadly Zins 2005 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-deadly-zins-2005-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2005,Seven Deadly Zins
13,Rose,Spain,"This Tempranillo-based wine has seen its day, or maybe it never had one. The color is dark and murky, while freshness appears to have gone on permanent vacation. Best to wait for the 2006.",Rosé,10,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2005 Rosé Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2005-rose-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Marqués de Riscal
14.1,Red,US,"Harsh and raw and unrelieved by much fruit, this Syrah from the suburbs of San Francisco has tobacco and dried herb flavors.",Tamayo Family Vineyards,15,81,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Ca'Na 2002 Tamayo Family Vineyards Syrah (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cana-2002-tamayo-family-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Syrah,2002,Ca'Na
15,Red,US,"Raw and sandpapery, a dry wine saved by some good blackberry fruit.",,10,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Stevenot 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Stevenot
14,Red,Israel,"Sweet aromas of cherry and spice start this medium-bodied wine, rife with overriding fruit flavors. Not very complex beyond these initial flavors, but the blackberry character is appealing and the spices add dimension.",Dovev Single Vineyard Kosher,33,82,Galil,,,Segal's 2002 Dovev Single Vineyard Kosher Merlot (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segals-2002-dovev-single-vineyard-kosher-merlot-galil/,Merlot,2002,Segal's
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Marginally better than last year's bottling, this kosher Kiwi is a touch too vegetal, with scents of cooked green beans intruding on the nectarine and honey aromas. Tart and lemony on the finish.",Kosher,18,82,Marlborough,,,Goose Bay 2006 Kosher Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-bay-2006-kosher-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Goose Bay
13.8,White,US,"Vaguely Chard-like, with some peach and oak flavors, this wine gets the job done. It's clean, but not very interesting.",,11,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Five Rivers 2005 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Five Rivers
14.6,Red,US,"Speaking of Jimi Hendrix, I guess if you were on acid you might like this wine. Or, it could make you jump out of the window. Sweet and rustic and barely drinkable.",Purple Haze,15,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chateau de Deighton 2004 Purple Haze Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-deighton-2004-purple-haze-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Chateau de Deighton
14.1,Red,US,"I haven't been a fan of Santa Ynez Cabs for the simple reason that they're so seldom ripe. You get this green, herb and mint streak that's not flattering to Cab's tannins. This wine is in that vein.",,28,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Daniel Gehrs 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Daniel Gehrs
14,Red,US,"Dry, harsh and acidic, this is not a pleasant wine, despite some stewed cherry fruit, and aging won't solve the problem. The sticky tannins don't help.",L Cuvee,22,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2002 L Cuvee Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2002-l-cuvee-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Beaucanon
13.5,Red,US,"Dry, unripe and herbal, with green dill and white pepper flavors and just a trace of cherries. Not much going on in this austere wine.",Chloe's Vineyard,18,82,California,Central Valley,Salado Creek,Kit Fox 2005 Chloe's Vineyard Syrah (Salado Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kit-fox-2005-chloes-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-salado-creek/,Syrah,2005,Kit Fox
13.5,Red,Italy,"Showing its age, this has lost most of its fruit, and the earthy flavors now dominate. Saved from total extinction, by one or two stray shards of fruit, it is a wine that needs to be drunk and drunk quickly.",,21,82,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Guasti Clemente 2001  Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guasti-clemente-2001-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2001,Guasti Clemente
13.9,Red,US,"Passes the Pinot test with light-bodied silkiness and cherry cola flavors, but this is a really weak wine. There's just not a lot going on.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Jekel 2005 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,Jekel
12,Red,France,"Light in color and intensity, this delicate Pinot Noir features herbal, tomato-like aromas and flavors and modest cherry fruit. Drink now.",Estate Bottled Kosher,18,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Abarbanel 2005 Estate Bottled Kosher Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-2005-estate-bottled-kosher-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2005,Abarbanel
13,Rose,Australia,"Sweet and  weighty, this marries cherry, strawberry and watermelon rind aromas with somewhat honeyed flavors.",Cerise Kosher,16,82,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2006 Cerise Kosher Rosé (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2006-cerise-kosher-rose-margaret-river/,Rosé,2006,Beckett's Flat
13.9,Red,US,"Even at six-plus years, this  wine tastes acidic and tannic, with a minty edge to the fruit. I reported on vegetal flavors in 2000 reds as soon as they came out, and this wine confirms that.",Jacques de Coninck Reserve,42,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2000 Jacques de Coninck Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2000-jacques-coninck-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Beaucanon
13,Red,Israel,"Has a slightly musty and stewed fruit nose, with medium-bodied structure and primarily one-dimensional rhubarb flavors.",Tevel Kosher,14,82,Judean Hills,,,Noah 2004 Tevel Kosher Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noah-2004-tevel-kosher-merlot-judean-hills/,Merlot,2004,Noah
13,Red,Greece,"There's little beyond the light fruit and spice on the nose here—it's followed by angular fruit flavors and a lack of the spice and warmth that gives Merlot its mellow, blended smoothness. This wine is acceptable, just on the thin side.",Organic,18,82,Halkidiki,,,Tsantali 2003 Organic Merlot (Halkidiki),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2003-organic-merlot-halkidiki/,Merlot,2003,Tsantali
,Red,US,"A difficult wine to like, even for Barbera fans, and the main reason is what tastes like quite a bit of residual sugar, which makes the wine insipid, like cough medicine.",,14,82,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shooting Star 2004 Barbera (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2004-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Barbera,2004,Shooting Star
14.6,Red,US,"While this will have its fans, it is too ripe and hot for me. The official alcohol is only 14.5%, but it has that heated, Port-like taste, with a raisiny, stewed prune and bitter chocolate finish.",Old Vines,10,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mandolin 2003 Old Vines Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandolin-2003-old-vines-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2003,Mandolin
13,White,France,"Dry and clean but with a good balance of fruit and tang, this Riesling is enjoyable but leans toward the watery side and has little finish. Flavors of apple and citrus are present, but the wine lacks complexity.",Estate Bottled Kosher,18,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Abarbanel 2004 Estate Bottled Kosher Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-2004-estate-bottled-kosher-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Abarbanel
14.8,Red,US,"Porty, and has that rustically thick, soft, syrupy cherry flavor often referred to as medicinal.",,26,82,California,Lake County,High Valley,Two Angels 2005 Petite Sirah (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-angels-2005-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Petite Sirah,2005,Two Angels
,Rose,US,"This is a controversial wine that some will like, but not me. Mostly Chardonnay, with some Pinot Noir, it has a bizarre orange color, and a burnt, stewed fruit taste that's like a Fig Newton.",Pink Nun,10,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chateau de Deighton 2004 Pink Nun Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-deighton-2004-pink-nun-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2004,Chateau de Deighton
13.7,Red,US,"This simple Sangiovese shows raisiny, stewed cherry and prune flavors. The variety's tannins show through, raw and tough.",Destiny Vineyards Rhapsody Reserve,28,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2002 Destiny Vineyards Rhapsody Reserve Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2002-destiny-rhapsody-reserve-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2002,Hunt Cellars
14.4,Red,US,"A disappointment from a good winery. The wine is soft and cough-medicinal sweet, a rustic creation despite coming from Napa vineyards.",,30,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2003 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Miner
9.5,White,Germany,"Honey, spice and a suggestion of smoke on the nose are intriguing, but this wine is lacking in flavor intensity, finishing clean but short.",Royal Blue,11,82,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2005 Royal Blue Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2005-royal-blue-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,Louis Guntrum
13.5,Red,Spain,"Dense in color, this pours on the sugar beet and wild field aromas to the point that the nose isn't very appealing. Equally challenged is the sour, monotone palate. Peppy, but not much to offer.",,10,82,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Mano A Mano 2005 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mano-a-mano-2005-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2005,Mano A Mano
12.5,White,Spain,"Baked, toasty and rather flat, this wine is showing its age prematurely. The palate offers creamy apple and pear flavors but also a mushy corn-like element. Very little on the back end confirms this wine's fate.",,15,82,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Serra da Estrela 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serra-estrela-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Serra da Estrela
12.5,Red,Israel,"Grown in the hills outside Jerusalem, this has a light touch, with a fruity nose that opens into straightforward strawberry and cherry flavors. Pleasant but not too memorable; finish needs length.",Gedeon Judean Hills Vineyards Kosher,12,82,Judean Hills,,,Noah 2004 Gedeon Judean Hills Vineyards Kosher Petite Sirah (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noah-2004-gedeon-judean-hills-kosher-petite-sirah-judean-hills/,Petite Sirah,2004,Noah
13.5,Rose,US,"Dull and simple, with a stubborn sulfur smell that's slow to blow off. Tastes tired and sweet.",Pinot Noir - Vin Gris,28,82,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2005 Pinot Noir - Vin Gris Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2005-pinot-noir-vin-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Alma Rosa
14.6,Red,US,"I wanted to like this blend of Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, which has such nice tannins and oak. But for all its qualities, it has a jarring quality in the mouth, with unripe tannins and green fruit.",Red Ink,25,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sullivan 2004 Red Ink Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sullivan-2004-red-ink-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Sullivan
14.8,Red,US,"This is a blend of Zin, Syrah, Cab Sauvignon and Franc. It's simple, rustic and slightly sweet. This is a ridiculously high price to pay for what you get.",Red Fusion,48,83,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Skyhawk Lane 2004 Red Fusion Red (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skyhawk-lane-2004-red-fusion-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Red Blend,2004,Skyhawk Lane
14,Red,Israel,"Black cherry, spice and tobacco lead on the nose, but the fall slightly flat on the palate. Bright plum and cherry flavors touched with chocolate are pleasant, but the wine generally tends toward the angular side. Good but needs more structure in the mouth.",,15,83,Galilee,,,Recanati 2004 Barbera (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2004-barbera-galilee/,Barbera,2004,Recanati
13,Red,Italy,"From the small hilltop town of Diano d'Aba, the wine has two very distinct personalities; the nose is fully mature with beautiful deep blackberry aromas mingled with smoke and violets, but the palate, which had little fruit, was soft and lacked definition, not to mention much finish.",Sori dei Bertinetti,14,83,Piedmont,Diano d'Alba,,Veglio 2004 Sori dei Bertinetti  (Diano d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veglio-2004-sori-bertinetti-italian-red-dolcetto-diano-dalba/,Dolcetto,2004,Veglio
13.6,White,US,"Feline scents dominate this wine, both in the aroma and flavor. There's some grapefruit fruit, and crisp, minty acidity.",,12,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Napa Ridge
,Red,US,"Funky, animal smells greet you, followed by bark, stem and root. Not a pretty nose by any means. The wine follows hard, tough, stemmy and chewy. It's hard to imagine a more charmless bottle in this price range.",Graham's Block 7,32,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2004 Graham's Block 7 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2004-grahams-block-7-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Montinore
13.5,Red,Spain,"Weak in color, with chunky, oily aromas. The palate performs better than the bouquet, with brambly fruit and some burning field aromas. Decent mouthfeel is a plus. Not a very good wine but not a disaster.",Barrel Aged,13,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Diez Llorente 2005 Barrel Aged  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diez-llorente-2005-barrel-aged-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Diez Llorente
14.1,Red,US,"The Syrah that comprises half the blend is soft, ripe and voluptuous, with polished cherry flavors. The  rest is Cab, lean, tart, and unripe, dragging the wine way down.",Ozymandias Red Wine,36,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 2004 Ozymandias Red Wine Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2004-ozymandias-red-wine-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2004,Daniel Gehrs
12.5,Red,US,"Lots of ripe blackberry, cherry and mocha fruit here, but a major objection is sharpness. That seems to come from unripe fruit or stems or something green and chlorophylly that gives an unpleasant wintergreen taste.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Guenoc 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Guenoc
14.4,Red,US,"Country-style and rustic, with ripe to over-ripe blackberry flavors veering into raisins, this Syrah-based Rhône blend has a chocolate fudge, off-dry finish.",Vibrante Red Wine,16,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2003 Vibrante Red Wine Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2003-vibrante-red-wine-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2003,Vino Con Brio
13,White,Australia,"Starts with mainly melon aromas, but there's also some peach and a hint of smokiness to add a bit of nuance. Round and soft in the mouth, with melon and citrus flavors. A slight nuttiness acts to diminish the overt fruit while adding a deeper bass note. Drink now",Kosher,16,83,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2006 Kosher Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2006-kosher-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2006,Beckett's Flat
13.7,Red,US,"This is a tough wine to love. It's dry and tannic and there's a gritty, jagged mouthfeel, the kind of old-fashioned Cab that used to be undrinkable without time in the cellar. But this doesn't seem to be an ageable wine.",,25,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount St. Helena 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-st-helena-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Mount St. Helena
12,Red,France,"Basic Beaujolais, light in body, with grapy, black cherry-ish aromas and flavors and a hint of fresh greens. Ends on a note of bitter chocolate.",Château de la Salle Old Vines Kosher,12,83,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Abarbanel 2005 Château de la Salle Old Vines Kosher  (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-2005-chateau-salle-old-vines-kosher-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2005,Abarbanel
14.5,White,US,"A new appellation in Stalislaus County. Rustically easy, with a wide array of fruit, flower and spice flavors that finish with a touch of caramel-like sweetness.",Carson's Vineyard,17,83,California,Central Valley,Salado Creek,Kit Fox 2005 Carson's Vineyard Viognier (Salado Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kit-fox-2005-carsons-vineyard-viognier-central-valley-salado-creek/,Viognier,2005,Kit Fox
13.5,Red,US,"Made mostly from San Lucas and Hames Valley fruit, from warm southern Salinas Valley, this is a dry, ripe Cab with some polished blackberry and coffee fruit.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Twin Fin 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-fin-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Twin Fin
14.4,Red,US,"This isn't nearly as ripe as most North Coast Zins. You get a hit of cherries, but then a follow-up of wintergreen. Brisk acidity and dryness emphasize the minty quality, making the wine somewhat tart and rustic.",,22,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Daniel Gehrs 2005 Zinfandel (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2005-zinfandel-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Zinfandel,2005,Daniel Gehrs
12.5,Rose,Spain,"Some cinnamon spice aids the nose, which otherwise seems a bit dull and faded. The palate is chunky and monotone in its creaminess and depth of flavor. Sweet and standard, but lacking in pop.",Protocolo Rosado,6,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2005 Protocolo Rosado Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2005-protocolo-rosado-tempranillo-blend-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Dominio de Eguren
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Seems to be tiring a bit, with slightly dull, earthy flavors enlivened by crisp citrusy notes and hints of apple. Imported by North Lake Wines.",,10,83,East Coast,,,Fernleaf 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernleaf-2005-sauvignon-blanc-east-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fernleaf
,Red,US,"Dry to the point of astringent, this is a tannic, acidic wine with cherry flavors. It really needs olive oil, hard cheese and rich meats to break it down.",,16,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2004 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2004-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2004,Valley of the Moon
14.2,Red,US,"Tastes kind of raw and common, with thinned-down cherry fruit and a sharp cut of acidity. All in all, it's an everyday Cab that's overpriced.",,25,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stratton Lummis 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stratton-lummis-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Stratton Lummis
13.8,Red,US,"Harsh in texture, though there's some good cherry-berry fruit. The wine feels rustic and clumsy.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mandolin 2002 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandolin-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2002,Mandolin
13,Red,Italy,"Made to a traditional formula, the Clemente shows some fruit, but also funky stale earth aromas. On the palate, the wine takes on the stale character of the nose, and the fruit disappears quickly. Imported by Sapori Italiani Inc.",,14,82,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,La Fiammenga 2004  Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiammenga-2004-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2004,La Fiammenga
,White,US,"This year's Snapdragon is a 55-45 Roussanne/Viognier blend—racier than the '04 but just as tasty, with a mouth-cleaning, yeasty freshness. The fruit is light and interesting, a mix of pink grapefruit, pineapple, green apple and a lick of honey.",Snapdragon,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 2005 Snapdragon White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2005-snapdragon-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2005,Isenhower Cellars
14.9,Red,US,"I've scored Chappellet's Merlots over 90 points for the last four years. They're doing a great job, vintage after vintage, getting the fruit nice and ripe in cherries, blackberries and carob, while keeping the wine elegantly balanced. This is a beautiful, upscale Merlot now, and is best consumed over the next five years.",,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Chappellet
,Red,US,"Fragrant, tight, spicy, focused. This is pure cranberry and cherry, underscored by a slightly chalky minerality. There's a great acid base, great concentration and beautifully ripened fruit that captures both the floral elegance and pure fruit power of Washington Syrah. This extremely youthful, tight wine will surely expand and improve over the next few years.",Doyenne,48,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 2004 Doyenne Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2004-doyenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2004,DeLille
14,Red,Chile,"Ripe and rich, with a lot of dark fruit on the nose. The palate is a bit more snappy than the bouquet as it deals upright black cherry flavors resting on a bed of detectable acidity. There's ample oak late in the game, but the fruit and overall quality of the wine can handle it. This is one of La Rosa's better efforts in recent years.",La Capitana Barrel Reserve,15,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2005 La Capitana Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2005-capitana-barrel-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Viña La Rosa
,Red,Portugal,"The estate wine from Quinta dos Roques is a vanilla-soft wine, with ripe tannins and an intense flavor of blackberry jelly. It is a good reflection of 2004, likely to be ready to drink soon, the tannins just an easy layer rather than being dry, the fruit being fresh and juicy.",,15,89,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2004 Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2004-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2004,Quinta dos Roques
14.4,White,US,"Richer and more interesting than the '03, but pretty much built along the same lines. The wine is oaky and leesy, with tart flavors of grapefruit juice, apricots and minerals. if you like your Chards more austere and compact, you'll enjoy this one. Might develop over the midterm.",Quail Hill Vineyard,40,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2004 Quail Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2004-quail-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Lynmar
13.5,Red,France,"Soft and gentle, this wine has fresh red berry fruits along with its tannins. It opens in the mouth to give a ripeness and roundness with those red fruits, and acidity is pronounced on the finish.",Clos du Chapitre Premier Cru,64,89,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Morey-Blanc 2004 Clos du Chapitre Premier Cru  (Aloxe-Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2004-clos-chapitre-premier-cru-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2004,Morey-Blanc
,Red,US,"This is clean and juicy, with tart red berry flavors and light cinnamon toast. Supple and approachable, it's a good effort in a difficult year, when the estate vineyard was shut down by the freeze.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Zerba Cellars
,Red,France,"Firm, tannic, this is a big wine  dominated by its firm structure, although there are some good, ripe black fruits there as well. The aftertaste is rather hard.",,38,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Louis Jadot 2004  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"Balboa's affordably-priced Syrah brings out flavors of cranberry and raspberry fruit. Clean and tart, these crisp red fruits hit the palate with a sharp snap and finish with a spicy tang. Tasty stuff.",,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Balboa 2005 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2005,Balboa
14,Red,South Africa,"Grown in the Robertson region, this full-bodied wine has a bright berry nose with hints of woodsy spice, and on the palate offers chocolate, coffee, some leather and toasted oak. It's an elegant wine with ample structure—very good on its own or when paired with heartier dishes like steak or venison.",,15,88,Robertson,,,Rietvallei Estate Wine 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rietvallei-estate-wine-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Rietvallei Estate Wine
,Red,US,"This well-made Merlot is smooth and chocolaty in a style reminiscent of Walla Walla Vintners. I pick up some mint in the finish; overall it's a broad, smooth, medium-bodied, forward style that is very appealing and ready to enjoy right now.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla Village 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-village-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Walla Walla Village
14.5,Red,Australia,"A good value, Lehmann's 2004 Clancy's easily blends cherry, blackberry, vanilla, smoke, spice, coffee and maple syrup aromas and flavors into a harmonious, integrated whole. The texture is creamy-soft, showing just a dusting of tannins on the finish. Drink now.",Clancy's Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,16,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2004 Clancy's Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2004-clancys-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2004,Peter Lehmann
,Red,France,"Toasty new wood aromas set the scene for a smooth, velvety wine that has something of the freshness of 2004, but more of new, quite toasty wood flavors. At this stage, it seems the wood is too much for the fruit.",Les Suchots Premier Cru,85,88,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Maison Champy 2004 Les Suchots Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2004-suchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Maison Champy
,Red,France,"A big, burly wine, full of perfumed fruits and a dry tannins thread that runs right through. Its fruit is ripe and intensely flavored, with some jammy sweetness. Acidity floats in on the finish.",Les Goulots Premier Cru,,87,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils 2004 Les Goulots Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-magnien-fils-2004-goulots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils
14,Red,Portugal,"A blend that includes Aragonès, Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional and Syrah, this deliciously fruity and juicy wine bursts with freshness and ripeness. It may be young, but the vibrant red fruits and spice flavors are all ready for drinking.",Monte da Peceguina,30,87,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2005 Monte da Peceguina Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2005-monte-peceguina-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2005,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova
,White,France,"A fresh, modern, creamy wine with an enticing layer of new wood and flavors of vanilla and citrus. It lacks real character, but it is certainly very drinkable, with a crisp aftertaste.",,,87,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Maison Champy 2005  Pernand-Vergelesses,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2005-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2005,Maison Champy
,Red,France,"Santenay is the southernmost wine village in the Côte d'Or, producing wines that are often good value. This soft, slightly earthy wine comes from a vineyard named after the Knights of Malta. It is fresh and open, with good finishing acidity.",Clos de Malte,25,87,Burgundy,Santenay,,Louis Jadot 2004 Clos de Malte  (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-clos-malte-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"Basically it's the same mix of grapes as the Miscela, but from different vineyard sources. There is a bit of leather and tack room in the nose, but it does not completely submerge the soft, pretty cherry fruit, which finishes with flavors of cut tobacco leaf. This wine is perhaps more approachable and a bit funkier than the Miscela, without the classic structure.",Abbinare,25,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,:Nota Bene 2003 Abbinare Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2003-abbinare-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,:Nota Bene
,White,France,"With its hint of tropical fruits, white pears and spice, this is a delicious, full but fruity wine. It's ripe, but with acidity and toasty wood, it finishes fresh and crisp.",Georges Faiveley,17,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Faiveley 2004 Georges Faiveley  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-georges-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2004,Faiveley
,Red,US,"Pure Cab Franc entirely from Walla Walla Valley fruit; in fact this is the winery's only Walla Walla Valley wine of the vintage. It's a good effort under the difficult growing conditions of the vintage, in which all the estate fruit was from secondary buds. Flavors of bell pepper, toast and coffee dominate; this will benefit from a year or two more in bottle.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2004 Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2004-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Beresan
13,Red,France,"Soft, gentle, this wine shows the perfumed side of Pinot Noir. Sure, there are some tannins, but that is only a sideshow to the aromatics and flavors of sweet fruit and acidity.",,29,87,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Moillard 2004  Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2004-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Moillard
,Red,France,"Fresh, smoky bacon and red fruit flabors, with some soft, easy tannins. Delicious and juicy, great for a simple Burgundy.",,34,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Trapet Pere et Fils 2005  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-trapet-pere-fils-2005-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2005,Domaine Trapet Pere et Fils
14.9,Red,US,"You can taste the sun-warmed grapes that got so ripe and fruity in this fine vintage. Blackberries, cherries, chocolate, dark plums and violets flood the palate, with rich toasty oak overtones. There are bigtime tannins, too, dusty and fairly astringent, making for a puckery feeling. A dry, balanced Merlot to cellar for a couple years.",Regan Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2003 Regan Vineyard Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2003-regan-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,2003,Bargetto
13.9,Red,US,"A bit hot, sweet and soft for my taste, this Pinot seems deficient in acidity, perhaps the result of the hot vintage. It has pie filling flavors of black cherries, black raspberries, cola and pomegranates. Doesn't seem like an ager, but it's pretty fancy now with a good steak.",Ferrington Vineyard,59,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
13.4,Red,US,"The grapes come from a warmer portion of Monterey County noted for Bordeaux varieties. This is a sophisticated, softly dry red wine, brimming with cherry, cassis and oaky-spice flavors, and is notable for its finely ground, ripe tannins. Enjoyable now, it should hold for a few years.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Alhona 2002 Merlot (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alhona-2002-merlot-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Merlot,2002,Alhona
,Red,US,"The blend includes 5% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. Though not as appealing as the 2003, it's a firm, solid effort, an example of plain, no-frills Yakima Valley winemaking. The fruit includes lightly herbal/bell peppery notes, and the wine is balanced and clean.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Bonair
,Red,US,"The extra time in bottle hasn't hurt this reserve bottling, but it doesn't seem to have added much either. It is a bit more concentrated than the 2004 regular Cabernet, otherwise quite similar in character, and a bit monolithic. The tannins still retain some coarseness, and there are no leavening nuances of new oak. The fruit, ripened from a single site, strikes its single note well.",Chateau Puryear Estate Reserve,26,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 2002 Chateau Puryear Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-2002-chateau-puryear-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Bonair
14.8,Red,US,"A jammy, ripe red wine the sort of wine that sticks out in a large crowd and wins medals (which it has done, quite successfully) and it is certainly well made in a big, ripe, tannic style. But it is right on the edge of pushing it too far at 14.8% alcohol.",Barrel Select,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vin du Lac 2004 Barrel Select Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2004-barrel-select-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Vin du Lac
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This assertive wine has spicy notes of chocolate, mulberry and oak on the nose, and ripe berry and clove flavors on the palate. The mouthfeel is full and round. The wine is rich and balanced but needs some time.",,22,87,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2005 Syrah (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-paarl/,Syrah,2005,Glen Carlou
13.5,White,Chile,"Fresh and snappy, with aromas of pine, citrus and tropical fruits. Montes usually shows a good hand with Sauvignon, and they have in this case. The wine is full and melony but also racy and touched by a little green bean and aparagus. And that's as complex as it gets.",Classic Series,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2006 Classic Series Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2006-classic-series-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Montes
13,White,France,"Light and fresh, with a good touch of minerality and a chalky texture, this wine is crisp and clean, with some old toast flavors. Very drinkable now.",,45,87,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Moillard 2005  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2005-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2005,Moillard
14.6,Red,US,"This is a blend of grapes from Carneros, Rutherford, Oakville and Stags Leap. One thing it offers is fruit. Red and black cherries and blackberries, to be exact, on the jammy side, with a spicy lift of new oak. It's not a complex ager, but it does show real white-tablecloth fanciness.",Crimson Creek,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pine Ridge 2003 Crimson Creek Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2003-crimson-creek-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Pine Ridge
13.5,Red,US,". Lots to like in this slightly rustic red, which has some Petite Sirah. It's authentic old-style Sonoma Zin, very dry, lusty in tannins, and fruity, with a coffee and tobacco undertone to the cherries and blackberries. Practically begs for lamb chops or bacon-wrapped grilled shrimp.",Heritage,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2004 Heritage Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2004-heritage-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,France,"The domaine of Rossignol-Trapet is relatively new, started in 1990 in Gevrey-Chambertin, but both families have been producing wine for generations. Their village Gevrey-Chambertin shows considerable amounts of wood and spice flavors, some acidity and quite tight red fruits.",,42,87,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet 2004  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rossignol-trapet-2004-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet
12,Red,New Zealand,"A good value in Pinot Noir, this effort features notes of beet greens and underbrush but also plenty of bright raspberry fruit on the nose. Flavors are complex and well-integrated, and there's a reasonably full and soft mouthfeel. Hints of sassafras and vanilla underline the finish. Drink now.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Dashwood 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashwood-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Dashwood
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Intense and exotic, this wine has an earthy, beguiling nose and flavors of bright, juicy fruit. Subtle hints of anise and herbs add character. Smooth and elegant, this wine has backbone, but the gentle finish borders on weak. Overall the wine is very good and would pair well with chicken and vegetarian dishes.",Oro,20,87,Paarl,,,Black Pearl 2003 Oro Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-pearl-2003-oro-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Black Pearl
,Red,US,"This Cabernet from the estate's Waliser and Yellow Jacket vineyards has been blended with about 7% Pepper Bridge Malbec. As with Beresan's other 2004 releases, this is well made but significantly lighter than previous vintages. The fruit tastes of pretty strawberry and cherry with a hint of bell pepper; the oak adds a dusty cinnamon and mocha note to it. It's all proportionate and very well made, just not showing the customary depth and detail.",,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Beresan 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Beresan
14,Red,Australia,"Winemaker Rolf Binder's tribute to his father is this blend of 45% Shiraz, 35% Grenache and 20% Mataro, a Côtes du Rhône-style offering. For the price, it's a worthy effort, featuring scents and flavors of blackberry and cherry liqueur, vanilla and a hint of green peppercorn. The texture is creamy-smooth, and the only quibble is the touch of alcoholic warmth that shows through on the finish. Drink now.",Heinrich Shiraz-Grenache-Mataro,14,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Rolf Binder 2004 Heinrich Shiraz-Grenache-Mataro Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rolf-binder-2004-heinrich-shiraz-grenache-mataro-red-barossa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Rolf Binder
14.5,Red,Portugal,"The Lurton brothers, who make wines from France to South America, have now started to produce two Douro wines, with the help, they say, of the Lavradores de Feitoria group of producers. This is the simpler of the two wines, dominated by spicy flavors, very soft and round, ready to drink now.",Pilheiros,19,87,Douro,,,J. & F. Lurton 2004 Pilheiros Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2004-pilheiros-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,J. & F. Lurton
,Red,US,"Pure Syrah from the great Boushey Vineyard. The fruit has a young vine character; bright and tangy, with added layers of coffee and peppery toast.",Boushey,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Lowden Hills 2004 Boushey Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lowden-hills-2004-boushey-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2004,Lowden Hills
14.7,Red,South Africa,"Dark and inky in color, this blend of Cab, Shiraz and Merlot comes from respected Stellenbosch producer Rust en Vrede. There's an earthy nose of leather and spice that gives way to berries and crisp herbs. On the palate, the wine is balanced and structured, with a toasty nut finish.",Estate Wine,44,87,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2003 Estate Wine Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2003-estate-wine-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2003,Rust en Vrede
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Light to medium-bodied with a pleasantly creamy texture, Villa's entry-level Pinot remains a consistent performer. Mushroom and cinnamon notes accent tart cherry-berry fruit, finishing with dark chocolate shadings. Drink now.",Private Bin,20,87,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2005 Private Bin Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2005-private-bin-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Villa Maria
,White,France,"The village of Saint-Romain is a great source of good value whites, like this fresh, creamy wine, with its new wood flavors and lime acidity. It's rounded, but certainly not heavy, with a caramel aftertaste.",,,87,Burgundy,St.-Romain,,Maison Champy 2005  St.-Romain,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2005-chardonnay-st-romain/,Chardonnay,2005,Maison Champy
,Red,US,"This is a good representation of Pepper Bridge fruit, with a satiny, polished mouthfeel and broad, forward flavors. It's been aged in one quarter new American oak, three quarters used French. Here the flavors of coffee and clove add an extra dimension.",Pepper Bridge,27,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Lowden Hills 2003 Pepper Bridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lowden-hills-2003-pepper-bridge-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Lowden Hills
,Red,US,"I found decent overall weight and structure in this vineyard designate, and good, supporting acids under a wash of chocolate and butterscotch. Even so, the fruit is submerged, and much of the detail is lost, or at least missing. The finish shows a bit of heat, and the wine never quite comes into focus.",Sagemoor Vineyard,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla 2004 Sagemoor Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2004-sagemoor-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Walla Walla
14.8,Red,US,"Bright and juicy in the mouth, a big, fruity wine that erupts with black cherry, chocolate, orange marmalade, cinnamon, pepper spice and toasted oak flavors. It's a little obvious, but dry and classy. From the cooler Oak Knoll District.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,O'Brien 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obrien-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,O'Brien
14,White,New Zealand,"The Kim Crawford Sauvignon is a reliable wine, year in and year out. This vintage shows pungent, almost sweaty, aromatics, backed by hints of stone fruit and melon. Medium-bodied in the mouth, where the flavors turn toward citrus while picking up chalky notes and a hint of pepper on the finish. Imported by Vincor USA.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Kim Crawford
,Red,US,"Herbal and peppery, with wild herb, rosemary and violets lighting up the nose. It's pungent and spicy, and the fruit is lean and scented with herb, earth, bark and mushrooms. This is an interesting wine showcasing a variety just beginning to be explored in Washington.",,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kennedy Shah 2003 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kennedy-shah-2003-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2003,Kennedy Shah
,Red,France,"Named after Véronique Drouhin, this is a blend of village and premier cru wines designed to give more weight than a basic Burgundy. It certainly has considerable elegance, generosity and a good weight of red fruits. The aftertaste is pure and fresh.",Véro,21,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Véro  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-vero-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
14,Red,Chile,"As Aresti's vines get older its wines appear to be getting better. A case in point is this Cab, which shows nice plum and berry aromas followed by forward red plum and raspberry flavors. It's medium bodied and solid, with a touch of woodiness expressed through lingering vanilla and chocolate flavors.",,9,87,Central Valley,,,Aresti 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Aresti
14.7,Red,US,"The vineyard is right on the border of Sonoma Valley and Carneros. Both are good places to grow Merlot, and this wine shows ripe cherry, pomegranate and spice flavors with cool-climate-influenced crisp acidity. It's a rich, sumptuous Merlot that's at its best now.",Rhinefarm Vineyard,29,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2004 Rhinefarm Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2004-rhinefarm-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2004,Gundlach Bundschu
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Powerful spice, cigar, cinnamon and lead pencil join bright raspberry aromas in this assertive Cab from Ernie Els and Jean Engelbrecht. Nutty spice typifies the palate; buttery toast on the finish. A hearty, enjoyable wine that could age comfortably for five more years.",Lapa,36,87,Western Cape,,,Guardian Peak 2004 Lapa Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-peak-2004-lapa-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Guardian Peak
14,Red,Australia,"This is an intriguing wine that underscores some of the overgeneralizations paid to Barossa Shiraz. Rather than making a big, fudgy, monolithic style, winemaker Rolf Binder has crafted a wine that's complex and surprisingly light on its feet, marrying cherries with hints of wintergreen, spice and dried mushroom that linger elegantly on the finish.",The Watcher,20,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Fetish 2004 The Watcher Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetish-2004-watcher-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Fetish
,Red,France,"The Faiveley style is for firm, ageworthy wines, and this Damodes fits the bill. It's initially austere, but then the solid tannins allow black fruits and pepper to peek through, and the aftertaste has some fresh acidity.",Les Damodes Premier Cru,54,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Faiveley 2004 Les Damodes Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-damodes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
14.5,Red,Chile,"Errazuriz continues to work on its Don Max prestige wine, and while this version has fine feel, weight and ripeness, there are some slight stewy notes and a lot of oak-based spice flavors that don't quite ring this taster's bell. Expect notes of molasses, tobacco and clove as you delve into this layered, rather uncommon Cabernet-based blend.",Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve,50,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2004 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2004-don-maximiano-founders-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Errazuriz
,Red,US,"This new winery has fashioned a tight, slightly tarry, nicely balanced wine. Though it's not a big wine, it elegantly wraps together varietal flavors of blackberry and cassis with accents of earth and tar.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Couvillion Winery 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couvillion-winery-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Couvillion Winery
13,Red,France,"Smoky aromas mingle with red berries in this attractive wine, which shows the proper weight for a Gevrey along with good fresh fruits, acidity and an important layer of dryness. Expect this wine to be ready by next fall.",,45,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Château de Marsannay 2004  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marsannay-2004-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Château de Marsannay
14.6,Red,US,"I would have held this wine back longer, as it's still rich in sugary flavors that will slowly go away. For whatever reason De Loach pushed it into market so early, it's a very good wine, showing typical Green Valley character of well-ripened fruit and crisp acidity, enhanced by fine, smoky oak. Best 2007 through 2010.",,45,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,De Loach 2005 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2005-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,De Loach
14,Red,Italy,"A saturated, pretty color sets the stage for lush and ripe notes of red fruit, moist earth, tobacco and tealeaf. There's also a touch of cherry preserve or jamminess that works fine with the wine's chewy, expressive flavors. Notes of tar, resin and plum appear on the close (grapes are harvested slightly overripe).",Sante Rosso,39,88,Veneto,Piave,,Cecchetto 2003 Sante Rosso Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchetto-2003-sante-rosso-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2003,Cecchetto
13.5,Red,France,"At the southern end of Nuits-Saint-Georges, almost in Prémeaux, Les Chaboeufs is clay soil with some chalk. This wine is fresh, ready to drink, with plenty of red fruits and light tannins.",Les Chaboeufs Premier Cru,58,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2004 Les Chaboeufs Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2004-chaboeufs-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
,Red,France,"Although this is not a premier cru, the 19-acre En Champs vineyard has a reputation for making solid, meaty wines. This fits that bill, with its dark tannins and layers of acidity. It needs 2–3 years at least to mature.",En Champs,36,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2004 En Champs  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2004-en-champs-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
,Red,US,"Here's another lovely blend from Isenhower, this one with flavors that are dark and roasted, the scents suggesting Syrah rather than what it is—a Merlot-based Bordeaux blend. A pretty wine for the price; firm in the mouth with licorice, blackberry and moist earth flavors. Tannins have been softened a bit but it retains an herbal roughness around the edges.",Wild Thyme,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 2004 Wild Thyme Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2004-wild-thyme-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Isenhower Cellars
14,Red,Australia,"This is rather big and burly, powered by rich blackberry fruit, spice and earthy notes that are highlighted by brighter raspberry tones. It could use a more polished mouthfeel and greater length on the finish, but its muscular nature would do well paired with grilled steak. Drink now–2012.",Miamba,19,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2004 Miamba Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2004-miamba-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2004,Grant Burge
,White,US,"This is a creamy, textural Chard. Meyer lemon, lime and grapefruit dominate the mid-palate, and there is racy acid underpinning it. Medium body, medium length, no excessive oak; a good effort all around.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),à Maurice Cellars 2005 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-maurice-cellars-2005-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2005,à Maurice Cellars
,Red,US,"Following the excellent '03 Syrah, this young, tightly wound effort, from Yakima Valley (Minick Farms) fruit, frames its tangy strawberry preserve flavors in spicy American oak. Solid craftsmanship, nothing showy. It has a moderately concentrated black cherry mid-palate and continues along a seamless path to a satisfying finish.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Zerba Cellars
13,Red,France,"The weight and structure of this wine comes from the powerful 2002s, as much as from Gevrey-Chambertin. The wine is still very firm, dominated by dry, leathery tannins. Only when the wine is in the mouth for a while do the full, red fruits come through, although on the finish, the tannins close in again.",,48,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Château de Marsannay 2002  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marsannay-2002-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2002,Château de Marsannay
14.5,Red,Chile,"A nosing reveals dark berry aromas along with tomato and a strong licorice character that's reminiscent of gumdrops. The palate shows slightly drying tannins and oak, which results in mocha accents on a plum and berry foundation. Very nice overall, with a good mouthfeel.",Alpha,25,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2004 Alpha Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-alpha-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2004,Montes
,Red,US,"The BSH blend is two thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, the rest a mix of Bordeaux blend grapes. The Cab is definitely in the driver's seat, pushing out flavors of cherry/berry and whiffs of straw and cooked plum. It's consistent with the ripe, somewhat volatile house style, but offering smooth, well-integrated flavors and subtle use of new oak.",BSH,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Owen-Sullivan 2004 BSH Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-sullivan-2004-bsh-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Owen-Sullivan
13.5,White,South Africa,"From centuries-old producers Klein Constantia, this wine is fresh and elegant with a lovely floral nose, long, minerally flavors and a crisp finish. Semillon adds an extra level of richness and complexity.",,17,88,South Africa,,,Klein Constantia 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klein-constantia-2005-sauvignon-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Klein Constantia
14.5,Red,South Africa,"An intriguing nose of mint, dark fruit and smoke lead to flavors of mulberry, leather and spice. Good tannins and structure, with a soft finish. Elegant but full of backbone.",Wolfkloof,18,88,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2004 Wolfkloof Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2004-wolfkloof-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2004,Robertson Winery
14,Red,Italy,"Tertiary aromas from bottle aging such as licorice, balsam notes and dried black fruit best describe this Merlot's bouquet; but there's are also notes of moist earth, melted chocolate or spice that add character and complexity. This is a food-friendly wine with power, a medium consistency and firm structure.",Graf de la Tour,71,88,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2002 Graf de la Tour Merlot (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2002-graf-tour-merlot-collio/,Merlot,2002,Villa Russiz
,Red,US,"It spends over 30 months in French and American oak, and emerges with more tannin, more density, but less bouquet and elegance than the other reds. Possibly a bit past its prime; it's a fine effort, just not the leap ahead in quality one would hope for, given the rest of the wines. This is 55% Cab, 30% Cab Franc, 15% Merlot.",Reserve,34,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2001 Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2001-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Townshend
,Red,France,"There is dryness at the heart of this wine—it is, after all, a Nuits-Saint-Georges. But it is surrounded with ripe berries, great freshness and pure acidity. Surprisingly, there is some bitter chocolate on the finish.",Les Charmois,45,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Jean Grivot 2004 Les Charmois  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-grivot-2004-charmois-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Jean Grivot
,Red,Portugal,"This is called Icognito because Syrah was not allowed in the Alentejo at the time it was launched. It has since become a signature wine for Hans Jorgensen at Cortes de Cima. It's a great mouthful of soft, ripe fruit, full-bodied with flavors of cranberries and dark raisins.",Icognito,46,88,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2004 Icognito Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2004-icognito-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2004,Cortes de Cima
14.5,Red,Portugal,"With its fresh, fruity, herbal aromas and flavors of thyme, basil and red fruits, this is an easily accessible, pleasurable wine. There is a touch of oak from nine months' French oak aging, but the overall effect is of great, fresh, dense fruit.",Trincadeira,43,88,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2003 Trincadeira Trincadeira (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2003-trincadeira-portuguese-red-trincadeira-alentejano/,Trincadeira,2003,Cortes de Cima
13.5,Red,US,"Back in the '80s Dry Creek Valley had a reputation for Merlot that seems to have been forgotten but shouldn't be, to judge by this fine, soft bottling. It's rich and forward in raspberry and cherry jam, mocha-choca and cola flavors, with a long, spicy, dry and very elegant finish.",,19,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2004 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2004-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2004,Dry Creek Vineyard
14.5,Red,Chile,"With this wine, De Martino has again proved that it is very capable of producing quality wines at all price points. This Cab features attractive cedar and earth notes along with brooding fruit, while the palate is all about controlled generosity: It shows tannins, black cherry and active acidity.",Legado Reserva,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2004 Legado Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2004-legado-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,De Martino
14.5,Red,Chile,"Once past the oak-driven aromas of coconut and mint you'll find a lusty bouquet full of cherry and cassis. The palate deals sweet and dried spices (cinnamon and clove) along with medium-strength but clean berry flavors. And the finish is toasty and warming. A very nice wine, but quite woody in its present state.",Max Reserva,21,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Max Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-max-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Errazuriz
,White,France,"Deliciously fresh and creamy, this wine rolls around the mouth with its smooth, ripe texture. There are flavors of almonds, some toast from wood, and just enough acidity. The aftertaste is soft.",,39,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Moillard 2005  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2005-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2005,Moillard
,Red,France,"In keeping with the modern, polished style that Chanson seems to have adopted, this is a ripe, new wood-flavored wine. But it doesn't lose the essential charm of Chambolle-Musigny, incorporating the firm tannins into a more sensuous web of fresh fruit.",,,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Chanson Père et Fils 2003  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2003-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2003,Chanson Père et Fils
,Red,US,"Licorice and sweet grape flavors dominate; the fruits remain sweet, primary flavors, like blueberry compote. The blend is a four grape Bordeaux mix, lacking only Merlot, and it was given 21 months in almost entirely new French oak, hence the strong licorice note. It could merit a higher score with additional bottle age.",Barrel Select,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Vin du Lac 2003 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2003-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vin du Lac
13.5,Red,France,"A firm, solid wine with dry layers of tannin between the red berry and plum fruit flavors. There's plenty of the right richness, along with acidity, and some bold textures. For a village wine, this is just right.",,39,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Roux Père et Fils 2004  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2004-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Roux Père et Fils
,Red,Portugal,"The Alfrocheiro grape is a native to Portugal, found in the Dão and in the Beiras in the center of the country. This is a good example of its anise aromas and juicy ripe strawberry with mint character, not showing huge tannins, but with a touch of pepper.",Alfrocheiro,25,88,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2003 Alfrocheiro Alfrocheiro (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2003-alfrocheiro-portuguese-red-alfrocheiro-dao/,Alfrocheiro,2003,Quinta dos Roques
,White,US,"Ripe, juicy and packed with banana, citrus oil and light tropical fruit flavors. This is Chard done in a broad, lush, generous style, meant for immediate enjoyment.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2005 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2005-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2005,Goose Ridge
,Red,US,"Shows deep color and concentration. The nose carries the strength of the fruity richness, effusive with ripe berry and cherry scents, along with a whiff of chocolate. Everything is balanced—fruit, acid, tannin and oak—and the wine stands up a bit stiffly right now but shows good concentration. Should continue to improve over the next five or six years. Blend of 59% Cab Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 6% Cab Franc.",Claret,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Harlequin 2003 Claret Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlequin-2003-claret-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Harlequin
,Red,France,"A dry palate layered with high-toast tannins does mask the fruit to some extent at this early stage, but also gives a fine, big, bold, solid structure. This wine needs to age, probably for 10 years or more.",Les Saint-Georges Premier Cru,72,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Faiveley 2004 Les Saint-Georges Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-saint-georges-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
,Red,France,"A big, bold, gutsy, dry wine, with firm tannins. There are black fruits under all this dryness, but there's also an almost-too-solid texture. Age for 5–10 years, or decant before drinking.",La Combe d'Orveau Premier Cru,88,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Faiveley 2004 La Combe d'Orveau Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-combe-dorveau-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
14,White,South Africa,"This barrel-fermented Chardonnay has a lively nose of apricot and melon. It's zesty, but has a balanced weight and complexity of nut and toasted oak that gives it substance. Delicious and intriguing, it will pair well with oysters and smoked seafood.",,13,88,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2005 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2005-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2005,Fleur Du Cap
,Red,US,"A soft and spicy Syrah, with the defining Wahluke appellation characteristic of citrus, here expressed as a flavor of bitter rind. The grapefruity note is persistent, perhaps due to 11% Viognier co-fermentation. The wine at this stage seems to be disconnected from itself; the two grapes are competing rather than blending. The Syrah, smoky and peppery, may reassert itself with a bit more bottle age.",Oui Deux,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bergevin Lane 2004 Oui Deux Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2004-oui-deux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2004,Bergevin Lane
,Red,France,"Ripe, soft, sweet fruit gives this wine great charm. There are some tannins, but in the big picture, they disappear behind the ripe strawberries and the touches of wood. Acidity is there, but more in the feel than in taste.",Domaine du Clos Frantin Les Malconsorts Premier Cru,122,88,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Albert Bichot 2004 Domaine du Clos Frantin Les Malconsorts Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2004-domaine-clos-frantin-malconsorts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Albert Bichot
,Red,France,"Considering its youth, this is already an accessible wine, with the dry tannins well underneath the black plums, acidity and freshness. It won't age much, but it is attractive and drinkable now.",La Mazière,22,88,Burgundy,Fixin,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2005 La Mazière  (Fixin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2005-maziere-pinot-noir-fixin/,Pinot Noir,2005,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
,Red,US,"Balboa's Thomas Glase, who also makes the wines for Beresan, offers up a very fine Merlot for the price. It's firm and tangy with strawberry and raspberry flavors; balanced with refreshing acids. There's nothing big or heavy here; just an easy-drinking young wine, fresh and flavorful, with a nice spicy kick at the end.",,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Balboa 2005 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2005-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2005,Balboa
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Elegant, earthy and unique—this wine is rich with dark berry, clove and spice flavors, but the intermingled stonefruit adds unexpected finesse. Firm tannins indicate the wine could age another few years and still be delicious.",,13,88,Swartland,,,Allesverloren 2005 Shiraz (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allesverloren-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-swartland/,Shiraz,2005,Allesverloren
,Red,France,"Literally, the playing field, Le Clos de Jeu is the best known vineyard in Marsannay. This wine, from the chateau owned by Patriarche Père et Fils of Beaune, is light, easy to drink, but also has attractive ripe plum skin flavors. With its layer of tannin, it could age for a few years.",Le Clos de Jeu,24,88,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Château de Marsannay 2004 Le Clos de Jeu  (Marsannay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marsannay-2004-le-clos-jeu-pinot-noir-marsannay/,Pinot Noir,2004,Château de Marsannay
,Red,US,"This is the winery's first vintage of Syrah from estate fruit. It tastes of red licorice, cranberries and raspberries; there's a whiff of white pepper and some well-managed tea-flavored tannins. Clearly young wine from young vines.",,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Cave B
13.5,Red,US,"The variety is Lagrein, an Italian grape. The wine tastes “Italian” in the sense of having very high acidity and extreme dryness. There are cherries, but earthier: balsamic-splashed grilled Portebellos and a hint of tamari. This is a good, interesting wine that needs good food.",La Seduzione French Camp Vineyard,26,88,California,California Other,California,Mosby 2003 La Seduzione French Camp Vineyard Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2003-seduzione-french-camp-vineyard-red-other/,Red Blend,2003,Mosby
,Red,US,"The blend of this very appealing red includes Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Cinsault. Bright, forward, juicy fruit explodes from the glass; aromatic with dense, wild berry, cranberry and mineral. It's a Washington take on Cotes-du-Rhône, with all the bright spicy fruit, but less of the herb and garrigue flavor. It's a country wine, luscious and full, but not all that serious.",Subduction,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2005 Subduction Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2005-subduction-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Syncline
,Red,US,"Well done, tightly wound, showing tart berry fruit, racy acids, hints of toast, good length and a balanced, lightly spiced up finish. A very promising debut.",,26,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Skylight Cellars 2003 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skylight-cellars-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Skylight Cellars
,Red,Italy,"A unique blend of 60% Colorino and 40% Merlot, this wine features a drying finish loaded with firm tannins. It's dense and packed with plummy fruit as well, plus lashings of smoke and tobacco, making it complex and chewy—a good option with a simple grilled steak.",Romitorio di Santedame,70,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2003 Romitorio di Santedame Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2003-romitorio-santedame-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2003,Ruffino
,Red,US,"Once again the winery's cheap “mutt” wine red blend is a jewel; full-flavored and complex and beautifully structured with no obvious faults. It's half Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Malbec and 5% Grenache—a great mix of spice and power. Throw it against a steak, a burger, any beef dish and it will shine.",River's Red,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2004 River's Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2004-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"Tart, tight, compact and almost dramatically austere when first opened, this estate-grown Merlot unwraps with pretty scents of blueberry pie, followed by clean flavors of blackberry and cassis. The compactness of the wine suggests that it will continue to evolve and merit a higher score in another year or so. For now, you will find intriguing suggestions of gravel and graphite, and the mix of rocks and blue fruits promises more interesting development down the road. Meanwhile, air it out.",Seven Hills Vineyard,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2003 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2003-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2003,Seven Hills
14,Red,Australia,"It's round and full-bodied in the mouth, but this wine isn't just another jammy Australian Cabernet—there's some structure here, giving a sense of size without excess weight and defining the finish with dusty, fine-textured tannins. The fruit is dense, though, and dark, running the fine line between chocolaty cassis and prune before picking up hints of dates and dried spices. Drink now–2010.",,22,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Kangarilla Road
14,Red,Portugal,"Owned by Barros Almeida, Kopke is one of the oldest Port houses. Now it has branched into table wines, with grapes from its own quintas. This is enticingly aromatic, with a big weight of black fruit, and dusty tannins. It's very ripe, toasty and ready to drink.",,25,88,Douro,,,Kopke 2003 Tinta Roriz (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2003-tempranillo-tinta-roriz-douro/,Tinta Roriz,2003,Kopke
14.5,Red,US,"Lots to admire in this 100% Cabernet. The tannins are beautiful, gliding like silk and velvet across the palate and carrying ripe blackberry, cherry, spice and sweet oak flavors. Doesn't taste entirely dry; there is some sweetness on the finish, which might direct your pairing possibilities.",Limited Edition Dollarhide,79,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2002 Limited Edition Dollarhide Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2002-limited-edition-dollarhide-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,St. Supéry
14.5,Red,Australia,"Reilly's entry-level Shiraz is a bold wine loaded with brandied fruitcake scents and layered with Christmas pudding and chocolate. It's close to being over the top, with plenty of late-harvest, dried-fruit character, yet stays lively thanks to heaps of invigorating spice. Drink now.",Barking Mad,17,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2004 Barking Mad Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2004-barking-mad-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Reilly's
,Red,France,"A firm, quite extracted style of wine, with dense tannins. The fruit is hiding behind structure and dryness. It is a powerful wine, leaving black fruit acidity and plum skin flavors.",,58,88,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Michel Gros 2004  Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
14.2,White,US,"Joins my short list for one of the most enjoyable PGs around, and what a nice price. There's a little oak in the form of some older barrels, which add a touch of soft creaminess, but mainly this is about fresh, ripe citrus, fig and green apple flavors and crisp, vital acidity.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Taz 2005 Pinot Gris (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Gris,2005,Taz
,Red,US,"It begins with a pleasant nut rind aroma, then adds a bit of herb and leaf, and finally hits the center with ripe, chunky cherry fruit. This has the big, broad shoulders of fully-ripened Washington Merlot, with flesh and interesting herbal/spice notes. Unusual because of the herb accents, it shows some lightly stemmy tannins, so it may not please everyone. But it certainly delivers lots of flavor.",Katherine Leone,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Latitude 46° N 2004 Katherine Leone Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latitude-46-n-2004-katherine-leone-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2004,Latitude 46° N
,Red,US,"“My basic idea,” says winemaker Bill Owen, “is Catherine Deneuve; if it reminds me of her in Belle du Jour I'm happy. She's my inspiration; taste the wine.” OK! This is the winery's softer, most detailed wine, done in a lighter, more elegantly feminine style. A lovely wine, with no harsh edges.",R3,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),OS Winery 2004 R3 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2004-r3-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,OS Winery
,Red,US,"Excellent varietal character and definition. This is the most firm and tannic of Townshend's lineup, an earthy, slightly chalky wine. The fruit is clean and well-delineated, with grace notes of coffee and coconut; just not quite as lingering as its siblings.",,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2001 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2001-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2001,Townshend
,Red,US,"It's an interesting experiment—basically a Syrah-dominated Bordeaux blend—but it does not entirely knit together. The Syrah is up front, toasty and peppery, and the Bordeaux grapes lay back, adding weight to the tannins and a sense, more than a flavor, of herb. But there's a disconnect between the two components. As with previous vintages, this wine opens with breathing time, adding smoke and spice to the finish.",,26,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,:Nota Bene 2003 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,:Nota Bene
,Red,US,"This is tasty stuff, with plenty of coffee and toast wrapped over and around the medium-weight, sappy red fruit flavors. There's nothing shy here, as the alcohol tops 15%, but the wine carries itself comfortably and the addition of 9% Cabernet Sauvignon adds some muscle to the finish.",CWM,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Horan Estates 2004 CWM Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horan-estates-2004-cwm-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Horan Estates
,Red,US,"Named for the big freeze, this 70-30 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot was sourced from Canoe Ridge Vineyard. It shows a good mix of purple and blue fruits, spicy notes of licorice and vanilla bean, and it makes a lively palate impression. The balance is just right, and the half-and-half mix of neutral and new oak adds pleasing toast and vanilla to the finish.",-18° Below,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gifford Hirlinger 2004 -18° Below Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gifford-hirlinger-2004-18-below-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Gifford Hirlinger
,White,France,"An attractive, fresh wine with citrus flavors, a touch of wood and a light, mineral character. It is crisp but offers a rounded, soft finish.",Montmains Premier Cru,42,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Frederic Magnien 2005 Montmains Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2005-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2005,Frederic Magnien
,Red,France,"This wine opens to red fruits and soft tannins in the mouth. It's all about fruit, in fact—a juicy, fresh and mouth-filling fruit salad.",Longecourts Vieille Vigne,40,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Frederic Magnien 2004 Longecourts Vieille Vigne  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2004-longecourts-vieille-vigne-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Frederic Magnien
,Red,France,"Rather dry, this shows power rather than elegance. The fruit flavors are ripe, the tannins are very dense at this stage. It is marred by a hint of hard extraction.",Les Beaux-Monts Premier Cru,90,88,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Bertagna 2004 Les Beaux-Monts Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-beaux-monts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Bertagna
14,Red,Chile,"A nicely made Chilean Cabernet that delivers ripe, toasty fruit-based aromas in front of tasty cassis and blackberry flavors. As for mouthfeel, it's full and layered as it pours on the toast and vanilla shadings. Simply stated, it's a clean, easy, fresh red wine with a bit of character.",Visión,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 Visión Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-vision-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Cono Sur
14.3,Red,US,"Nice and smooth, dry and plump in fruit. The vintage was warm in this hot region and the grapes are perfectly ripe, with Merlot's sometimes earthiness eliminated in favor of cherries and blackberries. Finishes with real elegance.",Reserve,24,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2004 Reserve Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-reserve-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2004,Concannon
,White,Italy,"Pungent, but not aggressively so, with scents of boxwood, grapefruit and currant. It's medium-bodied on the palate, where hints of tomato leaf add nuance to the citrus and berry flavors. Long and minerally on the finish.",,18,88,,Collio,,Borgo Conventi 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-conventi-2005-sauvignon-blanc-collio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Borgo Conventi
,Red,US,"Solid, with full-bodied, muscular fruit. There's also plenty of big wine stuff—tar, tea and cracker—in this substantial blend of Syrah, Merlot, Cab Franc and Cabernet. A very drinkable bottle, packed with black cherry and clove. This is what a secondary wine, taken from the lesser barrels of its big brother, should taste like.",Little Bear Creek,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2004 Little Bear Creek Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2004-little-bear-creek-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Woodinville Wine Cellars
14.5,White,US,"This is the best Weir yet from Williams Selyem. It's not in the league of their great Sonoma County bottlings, but is a rich wine capable of aging. It's tannic and acidic for a Pinot, but never loses its silky quality, and is deeply flavored in black cherries, raspberries, cola and pomegranate. Drink now—2010.",Weir Vineyard,54,89,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Williams Selyem 2004 Weir Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-weir-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
14.1,Red,US,"Not showing a lot right now, a closed, muted Pinot that doesn't want to give it up quite yet. Feels soft in the mouth, with some dusty tannins. You have to chew on the wine to find the blackberries and cherries, but they're there. We know that this is a wine that ages well, so stick it away for five years.",Allen Vineyard,75,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"It's the winemaking that shines here; the fruit is light and leans toward the wild strawberry and fig side. But it is presented as a nicely balanced and harmonious wine, and Chuck Reininger brings out some interesting, lightly applied herb and coffee notes.",Ash Hollow Vineyard,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2003 Ash Hollow Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2003-ash-hollow-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Reininger
15,Red,US,"This is the best Waterstone Cab in years. A barrel selection, the wine is beautifully ripe and shows great Napa tannins. It's also sharper and more acidic than many of the cults, making it more companionable at the dinner table. Should drink well over the next five years.",Reserve,75,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Waterstone
14.9,Red,US,"A little tannic right now, which limits immediate pleasure, but I have a strong hunch the wine will develop for five years. Alternatively, decanting will help. The wine has a solid core of blackberry fruit that's almost jammy. Interestingly, the winemaker added small amounts of Petit Verdot and Viognier, which boost depth and brightness.",,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Voss 2003 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Voss
,Red,Portugal,"One of a range of varietal wines from top Dão producer Quinta dos Roques, this takes Portugal's most famous grape and turns it into a firmly tannic, almost mineral wine. It has big, black juicy fruit and finely balanced acidity.",Touriga Nacional,25,89,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2003 Touriga Nacional Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2003-touriga-nacional-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2003,Quinta dos Roques
14,Red,Portugal,"A wine that shows firm, slightly vegetal characters initially, but then does open up to give ripe, but very dry, tannins and some intense power. The acidity is prominent at this stage in its evolution, so it should age well over 5–10 years.",Reserva,25,89,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2003 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2003-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta de Ventozelo
,Red,US,"This is the current release, nicely aged and drinking like a mature, well-cellared wine. A bit of Cabernet and Cabernet Franc are blended in to beef it up, but it's Merlot that is the star here, with lovely mature flavors of dried cherry, dried plum and tobacco. Brilliant structure and surprising length.",,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2001 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2001-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2001,Townshend
14,Red,Australia,"Starts with barrel-derived scents of coffee, maple syrup and smoke, but also exhibits aromas of cassis and just the merest hint of herbal complexity. The cassis flavors take over the palate, where the mouthfeel is creamy-smooth, buffered by soft tannins. Turns a little dusty and dry on the finish, sufficient to suggest 2–3 years of cellaring. Try in 2010.",,25,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Toa 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toa-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Toa
,Red,France,"This vineyard has produced a firmly tannic wine, with intense, dark, solid flavors. The dry, woody character surrounds fresh fruit.",Les Estournelles Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,61,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Louis Jadot 2004 Les Estournelles Saint-Jacques Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-estournelles-saint-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,France,"A blend from different premier cru vineyards, this is a freshly perfumed wine, with firm new wood and fruit tannins, but also some good ripe fruits. Give it a couple of years, and it will be well in balance, with its good juicy aftertaste.",Premier Cru,100,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Michel Gros 2004 Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
,Red,France,"A firm, dense wine, with new wood flavors, solid tannins and ripe, clean, rich, red fruit flavors. This is a wine with a good future, showing all the right potential in tannins and fruit.",,57,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine d'Ardhuy 2005  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dardhuy-2005-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2005,Domaine d'Ardhuy
,Red,France,"From the south end of the Beaune appellation, this premier cru has produced a gentle, soft, balanced wine, with attractive, light acidity. Made from 50-year-old vines, it is well structured, with ripe, almost sweet, strawberry fruit flavors.",Les Chouacheux Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Chantal Lescure 2004 Les Chouacheux Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chantal-lescure-2004-chouacheux-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Chantal Lescure
,Red,France,"This is a very rounded wine, balancing the dusty and dryish tannins against the sweet, fresh, juicy fruit. On the finish is the acidity—a great lift of freshness and lightness.",,45,89,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Jean Grivot 2004  Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-grivot-2004-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Jean Grivot
,Red,France,"Just on the south side of the city of Nuits Saint-Georges, this vineyard seems to produce earthy, dry wines that need years to open up. This wine has those qualities, along with a mineral, herbal character. Don't touch it for at least five years.",Roncière Premier Cru,90,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Jean Grivot 2004 Roncière Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-grivot-2004-ronciere-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Jean Grivot
13,Red,Portugal,"A finely balanced wine, which brings together good intensity of fruit and dark, dusty tannins in a harmonious whole. There's great acidity, fig and black fruit flavors and depth of structure. A great success.",Reserva,,89,Douro,,,Fazenda do Mosteiro 2003 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazenda-mosteiro-2003-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Fazenda do Mosteiro
,Red,France,"Big and grainy, this is a heavily textured wine, somewhat extracted with an edge of bitterness. The fruit, though, redeems the wine: It is concentrated and deeply flavored, with fine, fresh acidity coming through.",Les Porets Premier Cru,58,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Faiveley 2004 Les Porets Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-porets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
13.5,Red,France,"Hugely perfumed, this also boasts a big, chewy tannic structure, as befits a wine that should age. The flavors are of dark fruits with a hint at leather. The acidity at least is fresh, although there is bitterness on the finish.",,133,89,Burgundy,Clos de la Roche,,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils 2004  Clos de la Roche,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-magnien-fils-2004-pinot-noir-clos-roche/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils
,Red,France,"Densely structured, this wine has rich, polished fruit but rough tannins, a curious combination. The wood element is very obvious here, which spoils the already delicious black fruit flavor. Give it time, perhaps.",,123,89,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Frederic Magnien 2004  Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2004-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Frederic Magnien
,Red,France,"A rich wine, silky smooth on the surface with some new wood vanilla flavors. It's rich, packed with ripe fruits and relatively lightweight tannins. With its fruitiness, this is the style of wine which would certainly appeal to California Pinot Noir drinkers.",Lavaut Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,98,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Camille Giroud 2004 Lavaut Saint-Jacques Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2004-lavaut-saint-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Camille Giroud
13.5,White,US,". A little sweet in the K-J tradition, with very ripe tropical fruit, buttercream, vanilla custard and toasty, spicy flavors. Shows real polish and complexity, with fine coastal acidity.",Grand Reserve,20,89,California,North Coast,Santa Barbara-Monterey,Kendall-Jackson 2005 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara-Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2005-grand-reserve-chardonnay-north-coast-santa-barbara-monterey/,Chardonnay,2005,Kendall-Jackson
14.5,Red,US,"The winery has cleverly and properly positioned this in price between its Starmont and Las Amigas Merlots, and you get exactly what you pay for. It's a rich, sumptuous wine, with lush berry, carob, coffee and cinnamon spice flavors. Dry and refined, it may improve for a couple years.",Reserve,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2003 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Merryvale
,Red,US,"The fruit, from Panorama vineyards, is one of the few Walla Walla Valley wines made in 2004, the year of a major freeze. I like this winery's debut effort very much; it's lush, toasty and smoky, firm in the mouth and structured around solid cassis and black cherry fruit. The oak is a presence, adding a nice smoky thread to the long, coffee-flavored finish.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Otis Kenyon 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Otis Kenyon
,Red,US,"The blend is 50% Cab Sauvignon, 25% each Merlot and Cab Franc, with a splash of Malbec. Aromas seem to shoot up from the glass, rich and chocolaty, followed by rather firm, tightly constructed fruit. The flavor components of berry, currant and cherry are expertly interwoven, well-balanced and smooth.",Premier Blend,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),à Maurice Cellars 2004 Premier Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-maurice-cellars-2004-premier-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,à Maurice Cellars
,Red,US,"An aromatic, pretty nose softens up the entry and leads into a tasty, cranberry-flavored red wine. The addition of a small amount of Malbec stiffens up the tannins a bit and thickens up the back end. It gives the wine a bit more substantial weight than its siblings.",,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Balboa 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Balboa
,Red,France,"This comes from one of the top ranges of wines produced by the giant Boisset family group. It is an attractively scented wine, with spice and smoky aromas. The taste is rich, juicy, but well balanced, with fresh black cherry flavors and a good thread of dry tannins.",,40,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2005  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2005-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2005,Jean-Claude Boisset
,Red,US,"This young fruit starts off with scents of huckleberries and violets, underscored with whiffs of clay and pepper. The minerality elevates it above the norm; the fruit is well-ripened but still tart and tight, acids are plentiful, and no new oak was used (or needed). This is impeccable winemaking, extracting every nuance from the grapes. 170 cases produced.",Destiny Ridge Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2004 Destiny Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2004-destiny-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2004,Syncline
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Standard Marlborough Sauvignon done well, although in this case the wine comes from the slightly more extreme Awatere Valley. The bouquet features passion fruit, lime and grassy notes, while the flavors are also greenish, but with hints of stone fruit and melon to round them out. The long, herb-inflected finish confirms this wine's quality.",Awatere Valley,15,89,Marlborough,,,Vavasour 2006 Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vavasour-2006-awatere-valley-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Vavasour
,Red,US,"Another stylish wine with a light touch. The flavors are airy, like whipped butter, but full and never tiring. Citrus and berry fill the palate, along with cracked pepper and dried leaf. A lovely, elegant Syrah.",,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Townshend
13.5,White,New Zealand,Boasts textbook gooseberry notes—sort of a cross between pink grapefruit and tangerine—to go along with slightly grassy aromas and flavors. Shows surprising punch on the finish for such an inexpensive Sauvignon.,,10,89,Marlborough,,,Shepherds Ridge 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shepherds-ridge-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Shepherds Ridge
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A collaboration between Rust en Vrede's Jean Engelbrecht and golf star Ernie Els, this blend is a balance of fruity, spicy Shiraz and earthy Bordeaux—a testament to the two styles the winemaking partners enjoy. On the nose are hints of mint and spice, and on the palate, heavy oak adds a woody element. Ample structure but still smooth.",Proprietor's Blend,44,89,Western Cape,,,Engelbrecht Els Vineyards 2004 Proprietor's Blend Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/engelbrecht-els-2004-proprietors-blend-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2004,Engelbrecht Els Vineyards
13.5,Red,France,"Pommard has a reputation for producing wines as full and flavorful as the richness of its name suggests. So it is with this wine from the domaine owned by the Thomas family. It is rich, powerful, packed with firm tannins and flavors of rich red fruits, spice and smoke. There is acidity on the finish.",Pommard-Epenots Premier Cru,60,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Moillard 2004 Pommard-Epenots Premier Cru  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2004-pommard-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Moillard
,Red,Portugal,"A big, hearty, robust and juicy red wine that layers typical dry Portuguese tannins with dark red fruits, herbs and acidity. This blend of Alfrocheiro, Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz is from one of the increasing number of enterprising producers to emerge in the Dão region of central Portugal. Touches of wood add complexity to a big-hearted wine.",Cabriz Colheita Seleccionada,8,89,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2004 Cabriz Colheita Seleccionada Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2004-cabriz-colheita-seleccionada-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2004,Dão Sul
13,Red,France,"A dark style of Gevrey, with brooding black fruits and acidity. It has weight, tannins, wood and spices, which hold the wine together in a tight structure. There is power here.",,45,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2004  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2004-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Chanson Père et Fils
14.2,White,US,"From a winery that's sometimes overlooked comes this finely crafted Chard. It's a nice balance of crisp acids, butterscotchy oak and polished green apple, kiwi and Key lime pie flavors, and finishes with elegant length.",,25,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Fritz
,Red,France,"With its great black fruits, this is a big wine that shows new wood and an edge of tarry flavors. It's tough now, solid and compacted. The fruits are dark and heavy, brooding, demanding attention and time.",Clos Baulet Premier Cru,67,89,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Frederic Magnien 2004 Clos Baulet Premier Cru  (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2004-clos-baulet-premier-cru-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Frederic Magnien
14.2,Red,US,"The Red Mountain fruit, from the Ranch at the End of the Road Vineyard, is solid, juicy and spicy with pleasing highlights of citrus and pepper. Fresh and crisp, the snappy mouthfeel sports tart cranberry fruits showing plenty of spice. This is a fine effort, clean and not fussy, with a moderate 14.2% alcohol.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Saviah 2004 Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2004,Saviah
14.5,Red,Australia,"Shows off the soft, supple mouthfeel that Barossa Shiraz is capable of achieving, anchoring it with bold flavors of black cherries, dried spices and hints of cracked pepper. Lingering notes of spice and warmth mark the finish. So creamy in texture, it begs to be consumed now.",The Pretty Miss Shiraz-Cabernet Franc-Viognier,21,89,South Australia,Barossa,,Creed of Barossa 2004 The Pretty Miss Shiraz-Cabernet Franc-Viognier Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/creed-barossa-2004-pretty-miss-shiraz-cabernet-franc-viognier-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2004,Creed of Barossa
14,Red,New Zealand,"Seems a bit more structured than most Marlborough Pinot Noirs, with black cherry fruit and root beer and cola notes buttressed by crisp acids and firm tannins. Give this one a couple of years to mellow before opening. Drink 2008–2012.",,28,89,Marlborough,,,Vidal 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Vidal
,Red,France,"A ripe, structured wine with plenty of the robust, generous character of Gevrey-Chambertin. On top of the solid tannins are black plums, some spices and a coating of delicious, juicy acidity. Ready to drink, but it should age well over the next few years.",,46,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Louis Max 2004  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-max-2004-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Max
,Red,France,"It's good to see a more mature red Burgundy still available, and the extra maturity has allowed this wine to develop some of the classic gamy character of Pinot Noir. It is in a traditional style, here a positive charactertistic, giving weight but also showing delicious ripeness.",Les Lièvres,46,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Louis Max 2001 Les Lièvres  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-max-2001-lievres-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2001,Louis Max
,Red,France,"Very firm and foursquare, this is a dry, fairly tough wine. In between are layers of juicy fruit and fresh acidity. Typically for Nuits-Saint-Georges, this will need a few years aging.",Les Damodes Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Chantal Lescure 2004 Les Damodes Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chantal-lescure-2004-damodes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Chantal Lescure
,White,France,"This wine was first made in 1988 from a small parcel of Chardonnay. It's big and solid, structurally a white version of a red Vougeot. At this stage, it is not particularly fruity, but the acidity indicates a promising future.",Les Cras Premier Cru,90,89,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 2004 Les Cras Premier Cru  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-cras-premier-cru-chardonnay-vougeot/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bertagna
,Red,France,"From this venerable Beaune négociant, this wine shows more charm than some Nuits St.-Georges, but still has plenty of solid power behind it. There are flavors of dark plums, layers of acidity and perfumed tannin flavors.",La Richemone Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Camille Giroud 2004 La Richemone Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2004-richemone-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Camille Giroud
14.5,Red,Chile,"Plenty of barrel-driven coffee and mocha aromas set the stage for cassis, black cherry and vanilla flavors. Feelwise, this is a moderately tight, structured wine with persistence and power. The finish, meanwhile, is chocolaty and stout. It's yet another well-priced '05 Cabernet out of Chile.",Reserva,11,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2005 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2005-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Caliterra
13,White,South Africa,"The nose is luxuriant and fragrant and the flavors crisp, clean and full of zing—a unique combination. Strains of lemon and lime give the wine tang but it has a weightier complexity and full body, too. The finish is lingering and refreshing. Pair with seafood.",Beyond,12,89,Coastal Region,,,Buitenverwachting 2005 Beyond Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buitenverwachting-2005-beyond-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Buitenverwachting
13,White,Australia,"This upscale Australian Chard shows excellent clarity and perfume on the nose, mixing tropical fruit with hints of toast and vanilla. On the palate, there's a patina of dry woodiness, but that's backed by plenty of bright fruit flavors and a plump mouthfeel. Mouthwatering on the finish. If the wood integrates over the next few months, this has potential to score 90 points.",,32,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 2005 Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-2005-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,2005,Balnaves of Coonawarra
14,Red,Australia,"A blend of estate-grown fruit from Currency Creek and McLaren Vale, the flagship label of the Ballast Stone line represents a solid value. Cassis fruit is showcased admirably by hints of eucalyptus and wood-derived accents of toasted coconut and vanilla, while the texture is surprisingly lush and the finish velvety.",,15,89,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Ballast Stone Estate Wines 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballast-stone-estate-wines-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Ballast Stone Estate Wines
,Red,US,"Earthy and lightly leathery, this concentrated, chewy wine skates along the borders of volatility and a bit too much leathery character, but ultimately it keeps itself together with a core of dense black cherry, plum and and prune fruit.",Cuvée du Soleil,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2003 Cuvée du Soleil Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2003-cuvee-soleil-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Cave B
,Red,US,"This mostly Cabernet Franc red blend is drinking beautifully right now, but it's got some real stuffing. The fruit is polished, plummy, and evolved; there are nice toasty hightlights and even hints of tobacco if you look. It drinks like a much pricier wine.",Coda,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadence 2004 Coda Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2004-coda-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Cadence
,White,US,"Inviting scents of buttered toast lead into a fruit-filled mèlange of Japanese pear, fresh pineapple, crisp citrus and green apple. Nicely balanced and proportioned, it is structured for aging over the next five or six years.",,36,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Woodward Canyon 2005 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Woodward Canyon
,White,US,"Very good, succulent and juicy with bright, bold flavors of citrus and tangerine. This has especially fine weight for a bone-dry Riesling, and it's quite fresh and flavorful, rather than simply austere.",LEHM Dry,21,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vin du Lac 2005 LEHM Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2005-lehm-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Vin du Lac
15.1,White,US,"This is my least favorite of Bob Cabral's three current Chards, although it's still very good. It has an overripe quality, a stewed peach and boiled apricot taste, with some golden currants on the finish.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,46,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Hawk Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-hawk-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Williams Selyem
,Red,France,"A hugely ripe wine, balancing dense tannins against packed fruits. Initially tough, this does open into a richly flavored wine, boasting real Pinot Noir perfumes and juicy fruit to go with the structure. Keep for 4–5 years at least.",La Combe aux Moines Premier Cru,62,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Faiveley 2004 La Combe aux Moines Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-combe-aux-moines-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This is crisp, stylish Marlborough SB. Markedly pungent on the nose, but then it settles down a bit to offer a blend of pink grapefruit and gooseberry fruit with some leafy, herbal nuances. Clean and fresh on the finish. Drink now.",Regional Collection,12,89,Marlborough,,,House of Nobilo 2006 Regional Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/house-nobilo-2006-regional-collection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,House of Nobilo
,White,France,"Light, fresh and delicate, this is an excellently balanced wine that punches above its station in terms of appellation. There are flavors of lemon zest, new wood and delicate vanilla and walnut tastes. It's a great, ready-to-drink Chardonnay.",,28,89,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Michel Gros 2004  Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-chardonnay-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Chardonnay,2004,Michel Gros
,Red,France,"A ripe wine, smooth, but also with a lift, offering vibrant red raspberry and currant flavors as well as a lively texture. The wine is delicious, full of life and freshness.",Vieilles Vignes,49,89,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Nicolas Potel 2004 Vieilles Vignes  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2004-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Nicolas Potel
,Red,US,"Like Reininger's excellent Malbec, this is 100% varietal, sourced from the Seven Hills Vineyard. Dark, toasty, smooth and delicious, it's got a lot of midpalate power leavened with herbs, cinnamon and black pepper. Give it a bit of extra breathing time and it opens out into a smooth, silky finish.",,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2003 Carmenère (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2003-carmenere-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Carmenère,2003,Reininger
,Red,US,"Pure Syrah from Columbia Valley vineyards, it's a saturated and dense purple/black, with a firm core of spicy and penetrating fruit. A juicy wine, with some mint and herb underlying the tart blueberry and black cherry flavors.",,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Dunham
,Red,France,"A village wine, one with rich, spicy fruits and wood flavors. The fruit is intense, juicy and leaves a fresh layer of acidity in the mouth. Good structure, yet fruity and ready to drink.",,,89,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 2004  Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Bertagna
13,Red,France,"This Les Thorey, hard by the town of Nuits-St.-Georges, is a vineyard that shows the minerality as well as the firmness of good wines from this commune. It has power rather than charm, a solid, foursquare wine that needs four or five years to develop.",Les Thorey Premier Cru,55,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Moillard 2004 Les Thorey Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2004-thorey-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Moillard
,Red,France,"A big, rounded wine, which still manages to preserve some of the right Chambolle elegance. There are tannins, but they stay discreetly behind the fresh black fruits and the finishing acidity.",Les Sentiers Premier Cru,93,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils 2004 Les Sentiers Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-magnien-fils-2004-sentiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils
13,White,Chile,"A wonderfully made varietal white that's just what Chilean SB should be. A blend of sweet pears and snappy grassy scents work the nose, while lime and grapefruit are at the head of the palate. A lasting finish confirms this wine's quality and character.",Los Vascos,12,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2006 Los Vascos Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2006-los-vascos-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
14,Red,Australia,"A dark, earthy style, laden with cassis, tobacco and shadings of vanilla. This is medium-bodied, with surprisingly crisp acids for the Barossa that give it an almost claret-like feel. Drink now–2012.",Allyson Parsons,19,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Craneford 2004 Allyson Parsons Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2004-allyson-parsons-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Craneford
,Red,US,"Pure Merlot, this shows just a touch of leather in the nose, though nothing overpowering. The fruit is solid, unspectacular but well defined and balanced. The use of the new oak (about 35%) is tasteful and tasty. The wine is forward and immediately delicious, then tails off in the finish.",,29,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Beresan 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Beresan
,Red,US,"This may be the best Syrah yet from this promising young Walla Walla winery. It's sappy and full, spicy and textural, and the fruit is concentrated and lively, with a mix of grape, cherry and berry sweetness. A young, forward wine, it is showing the sort of bright and primary fruit flavors that can be so appealing, but it is also built to age and should improve over the next five or six years.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syzygy 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syzygy-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Syzygy
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Assertively pungent and grassy, this is a statement-making rendition of Sauvignon Blanc. Although there are some white grapefruit flavors, this wine is aggressively herbal and may prove too much for some. That said, it is admirably concentrated and long on the finish, so fans of this style will likely love it.",Block 7,25,89,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2006 Block 7 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2006-block-7-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Saint Clair
14.2,Red,US,"Here's the real deal in a sumptuous, elegant and complex Merlot, from a venerable Napa producer. Fully dry, this has deeply earthy, blackberry, rum and cola flavors that are wrapped in fine, ripely sweet tannins. It should gain bottle complexity over the next five years.",,31,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Stags' Leap Winery
13,White,France,"The steely, mineral character of a good Pouilly wine is certainly here, along with a rich, creamy texture and pineapple acidity. It's rich, but there is a good, crisp lift on the finish.",En Paradis,16,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Vinzelles,,Louis Latour 2004 En Paradis  (Pouilly-Vinzelles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-en-paradis-chardonnay-pouilly-vinzelles/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
,Red,France,"This is a complete wine, as are so many from Vosne-Romanée, with delicious, mouthwatering acidity and freshness. At the same time there are tannins, and black grape skin flavors.",,41,89,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Louis Jadot 2004  Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"Blended with 5% Grenache and 6% Mourvèdre. Raspberry and cherry and tart red fruits jump out; and the tannins remain young, hard and abrasive. This definitely needs some more bottle age; but it already shows fine fruit flavors that persist right through the young tannins.",The Power and the Glory,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Latitude 46° N 2005 The Power and the Glory Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latitude-46-n-2005-power-glory-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2005,Latitude 46° N
13.5,Red,Italy,"Offers pretty aromatic intensity, finesse and cheerful notes of red berry fruit, almond and fine spice. The ensemble is nicely layered and elegant and a solid core of red fruit is embellished by a touch of cracked black pepper and nutmeg.",Lasón,,89,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2005 Lasón Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2005-lason-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2005,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro
,Red,France,"Purity is the star quality of this wine. It stems from berry fruits, juicy acidity and a soft, generous structure, which offers ripeness and a texture that stops only just short of opulence.",,48,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
14.4,Red,US,"Lynmar's basic Russian River is lighter than its more expensive designation bottlings, but it's right up there, which makes it a relative value. Shows the same dry, crisp varietal richness and finesse, with cherry, cola and oak flavors. Balanced, and entirely ready now.",,36,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lynmar
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Right now this wine presents itself as being rather light and lacking intensity, but it does have some pretty black cherry fruit and intriguing spice notes, and it should fill out a bit and put on weight over the next year or two. Finishes clean and long, with mild peppery notes and slightly dusty tannins.",Awatere Valley,23,89,Marlborough,,,Vavasour 2005 Awatere Valley Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vavasour-2005-awatere-valley-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Vavasour
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This is very nice, with just enough herbaceousness to mark it as New Zealand, yet not so much as to be overwhelming. Green pea scents are interspersed with hints of honey and fig, while the finish is a bit short but crisp and filled with citrus and chalk.",Falveys,24,89,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2006 Falveys Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2006-falveys-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Omaka Springs
,Red,France,"Nicolas Potel, whose family was once associated with Domaine de la Pousse d'Or in Volnay, is now in business as a négociant. This wine shows great skill, balancing fresh fruit against some depth of tannic flavor. It is a bright, vivid wine that is easy to drink already.",,44,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Nicolas Potel 2004  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2004-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Nicolas Potel
14,Red,Chile,"Smells nice, with notes of leather and earth accenting the deep fruit that drives the bouquet. The palate is perfectly ripe and full of cassis and berry flavors, while the finish is jazzed up by touches of coffee, char and baked fruit. Shows a fine texture and grip that goes beyond what you normally get in a wine of this price.",Classic Series,12,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2005 Classic Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2005-classic-series-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Montes
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A crisp, lean style, with herb and citrus aromas with the emphasis on white grapefruit. Shows more intensity and freshness than many Marlbortough Savvies in the price range, with an almost saline quality on the finish. Drink now.",,14,89,Marlborough,,,Allan Scott 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allan-scott-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Allan Scott
,Red,France,"Clos des Langres, showpiece estate of the Domaine d'Ardhuy, is situated right at the end of the Côte de Nuits, just before it transitions into the Côte de Beaune. This 2003, weighty for a wine from this estate, is still fresh, with crisp acidity topping the attractive, balanced red fruits.",Clos des Langres,32,89,Burgundy,Côte de Nuits-Villages,,Domaine d'Ardhuy 2003 Clos des Langres  (Côte de Nuits-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dardhuy-2003-clos-langres-pinot-noir-cote-nuits-villages/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine d'Ardhuy
,Red,US,"A blend of two thirds Sagemoor old vine Cab; the rest Red Mountain Cab and Syrah. This is dark, toasty, loaded with dark flavors of chocolate and coffee grounds; a succulent and delicious, oak-driven red. If you like  smoke, oak and toast barrel flavors riding on top of tangy, spicy red fruit, this is your wine.",Doyenne Aix,37,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2004 Doyenne Aix Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2004-doyenne-aix-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,DeLille
,Red,US,"This is a very distinctive, flavorful red Bordeaux blend—soft and spicy with unusual accents of grass and caramel. The flavors persist, the caramel streak gaining strength as it rolls through the palate, but always behind it is the taste of grain. Truly a unique red wine.",Charbonneau,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2003 Charbonneau Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2003-charbonneau-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Woodward Canyon
13.5,Red,Italy,"Big and brooding, here is a masculine Merlot with thick color concentration, big berry flavors, chocolate fudge and pipe tobacco. Layered under the intensity and heat is also a fragrant forest floor-like note that reminds you of its cooler climate, Alto Adige origins.",De Silva Riserva,25,90,,Alto Adige,,Tenuta Peter Sölva & Söhne 2003 De Silva Riserva Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-peter-solva-sohne-2003-silva-riserva-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2003,Tenuta Peter Sölva & Söhne
14,Red,New Zealand,"On the full side for Marlborough Pinot Noir, with a round mouthfeel and creamy texture. Flavors are rich and meaty, with notes of cola, smoke and plum and cherry fruit that lingers elegantly on the finish, picking up hints of dried flowers and tea leaves.",Cellar Selection,28,90,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2005 Cellar Selection Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2005-cellar-selection-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Villa Maria
13.5,Red,Italy,"Ruffino's most famous label is the gold-label Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale, first produced in 1947. The 2001 rendition capably maintains the tradition, combining coffee, prune and tobacco scents with flavors of ripe plums and dark earth. Tannins give a richly textured feel in the mouth, the drying finish balanced by ample fruit. Drink 2008–2015.",Ducale Oro Riserva,40,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ruffino 2001 Ducale Oro Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2001-ducale-oro-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2001,Ruffino
14.5,Red,Australia,"This wine takes some time in the glass to fully open up and express itself, but when it does, it's a beauty. Hints of menthol and toast frame blackberry and blueberry fruit, while subtle notes of vanilla and coffee surround an earthy core. It's full-bodied and viscous, with an almost Port-like texture and dry, dusty tannins on the finish. Hold 3–5 years.",,17,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2004 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Wakefield
,Red,Portugal,"Big, warm and richly tannic, this wine has both power and intensity of fruit. The flavors are dark and solid, with some dryness, but also intense, sweet acidity. Sweet raisins go with the dusty tannins to evoke a warm, rich feel.",,50,90,Douro,,,Quinta Vale Dona Maria 2005 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-dona-maria-2005-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2005,Quinta Vale Dona Maria
,Red,Portugal,"A fine barrique-aged wine, dominated by Touriga Nacional. It is solidly structured without being too powerful, with ripe, black currant fruits and aromas of freshly fallen leaves. With its new wood element, this is a wine that is potentially long-lasting. It certainly deserves attention.",Reserva,25,90,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2003 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2003-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta dos Roques
,Red,France,"A ripe, fruity wine, full of red fruit and spice flavors. There's the proper finesse of Vosne-Romanée here, a sense of poise that goes well with the toast, the acidity and the intensely juicy richness on the finish.",Aux Brûlées Premier Cru,100,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Michel Gros 2004 Aux Brûlées Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-aux-brulees-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
,Red,US,"This is Eric Dunham's first Lewis Merlot, although he's made vineyard-designated Syrah and Cab from the same site. This is satiny smooth and shows a cherry cola character unique to the site; it's chocolaty and rich, but not hot or raisiny. Dunham's reds have seamless, full-throttle flavors; this is right there.",Lewis Vineyard,75,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2004 Lewis Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2004-lewis-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Dunham
14,Red,Italy,"Thick, dark concentration sets the tone for this expressive wine redolent of cherry or strawberry preserves, dried figs, tobacco, leather, licorice and tar. Yes, bottle aging has done this wine well. Figs flavors appear once again in the mouth where the wine proves to be textured, heavy and persistent.",Calat,25,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2000 Calat Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-di-butera-2000-calat-merlot-sicilia-67177/,Merlot,2000,Feudo Principi di Butera
13,Red,France,"Powerful, this is a fine wine with good, firm tannins that just keep the burgeoning fruit in check. It has great balance, with a touch of wood, plenty of fresh acidity and spice.",Les Millandes Premier Cru,90,90,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils 2004 Les Millandes Premier Cru  (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-magnien-fils-2004-millandes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils
,White,France,"A rare white wine from Morey-Saint-Denis, this is full and rich with lively acidity and green pear flavors. Vanilla and ripeness give it body and complexity, while the crispness gives it a lift.",Larrets,,90,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Frederic Magnien 2004 Larrets  (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2004-larrets-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Frederic Magnien
14,Red,Portugal,"If any proof were needed that Touriga Nacional is one of Portugal's greatest vinous treasures, this wine offers it. It is both elegant and densely powerful, a many-layered wine that has firmly dry tannins (give it another 2–3 years of aging), herbs and black fruits and a big, chunky aftertaste that trails a lift of acidity.",Quinta de Cabriz Touriga Nacional,24,90,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2003 Quinta de Cabriz Touriga Nacional Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2003-quinta-cabriz-touriga-nacional-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2003,Dão Sul
,Red,France,"Somewhat dusty in aromas and taste, this wine has plenty of structure. The fruit is harder to find, showing through the wood tannins and the firm, dense texture. Needs 4–5 years to develop.",Les Suchots Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Chanson Père et Fils 2004 Les Suchots Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2004-suchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Chanson Père et Fils
13,Red,Italy,"You can taste the savory nuances of time and oak aging thanks to this wine's gorgeous notes of forest floor, cassis, slate roof and licorice. The wine remains thick and austere on the palate with bitter tannins and a velvety finish. It promises to age beautifully for many more years.",Cornell,35,90,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2000 Cornell Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2000-cornell-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2000,Colterenzio
,Red,Italy,"What distinguishes this wine is its harmony and purity: every element is tied down and polished with no sharp edges. Aromas recall red berry, cappuccino and vanilla bean. Compact, clean and crisp in the mouth, this is masterfully made.",,15,90,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2003 Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2003-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2003,Alois Lageder
14.5,Red,Portugal,"The top wine of the pair produced by the Lurton brothers, this is a bomb of a wine, exploding fruit and superripe tannins in the mouth. It has the proper dry layer over this fruit, but it's more about velvet and smoothness. It shows great structure, and could certainly age for five years.",Pilheiros Grande Escolha,38,90,Douro,,,J. & F. Lurton 2004 Pilheiros Grande Escolha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2004-pilheiros-grande-escolha-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,J. & F. Lurton
14,Red,Italy,"The toasted tones are deep and penetrating thanks to 15 months of oak aging and are backed by blueberry, coffee and vanilla. There is attractive dimension to this wine shaped by lavish exotic spice, firm tannins, chewy sweetness and vibrant fruit flavors: An excellent red meat Merlot.",L'Rennero,50,90,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 2003 L'Rennero Merlot (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-2003-lrennero-merlot-val-cornia-suvereto/,Merlot,2003,Gualdo del Re
,Red,France,"This vineyard belongs to Laurent Drouhin, one of the generation of Drouhins currently in charge. It shows the robustness and the dry core of Nuits-St.-Georges, with great red and black fruits and some tough, dry tannins. A chunky sort of wine. Not imported to the U.S.",Les Procès Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Les Procès Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-les-proces-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,White,US,"This is a very well-made, bone-dry Gewürz, textural and fresh. The flavors are a perfect blend of grapefruit and floral notes, without becoming overly perfumy. Good concentration and length.",Dry,9,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 2005 Dry Gewürztraminer (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-2005-dry-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-yakima/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Bonair
14,Red,Chile,"Smells nice, with notes of leather and earth accenting the deep fruit that drives the bouquet. The palate is perfectly ripe and full of cassis and berry flavors, while the finish is jazzed up by touches of coffee, char and baked fruit. Shows a fine texture and grip that goes beyond what you normally get in a wine of this price.",Reserve,12,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Montes
,Red,US,"This is the second vintage for this Bordeaux blend, the winery's reserve. The simple white label, with Mith in black letters and a black rose in silhouette, belies the quality within. Rather than go for the smooth ride, this wine seeks out the flavor hills on its way to a lightly buttery finish. Elegant and interesting, with clean, Cab-dominated red fruit flavors.",Mith,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Balboa 2004 Mith Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2004-mith-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Balboa
,Red,France,"Big and bold, this perfectly sums up the appellation of Gevrey-Chambertin. It's burly and robust, with an initial earthy character, solid fruits and dense, dusty tannins. There's good acidity on the finish.",,39,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,France,"While there is an initial edge of bitter extraction to this wine, once it opens up it shows much richer, sweeter fruit. There are solid tannins, and concentration. This is very much in the power-driven Vougeot style.",Clos de Vougeot,100,90,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Maison Champy 2004 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2004-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Maison Champy
,Red,France,"A well-balanced wine with fine tannins inside a big, solid character. The fruit is ripe and smooth on the outside, but inside this velvet glove is an iron fist. New wood flavors are dominant in the aftertaste.",Les Suchots Premier Cru,71,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Louis Jadot 2004 Les Suchots Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-suchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"Pure Malbec, with a tight, tart Bordeaux grape structure amplified with blueberry and black raspberry fruit, then softened with some chocolaty barrel time. This is seductive, assertive, firm and ageworthy; a lovely rendition of the grape with a Washington (high acid) spin.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2003 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2003-pepper-bridge-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2003,Reininger
,Red,France,"Dense structure is the hallmark of this wine from the premier cru, which is downslope from La Chapelle Grand Cru. Despite the weighty tannins, this is delicate, with a silky feel edging its way in. Expect it to mature over the next 3–4 years.",Petite Chapelle Premier Cru,58,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet 2004 Petite Chapelle Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rossignol-trapet-2004-petite-chapelle-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet
13.5,Red,France,"This dark-hued wine is a black fruit bonanza, concentrated and solid. It also has ripeness, herbal flavors, aromas of leather and packed, tight tannins. Designed for aging—nothing less than five years will do.",Les Malconsorts Premier Cru,80,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Moillard 2004 Les Malconsorts Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2004-malconsorts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Moillard
,Red,France,"Starts with firm fruits, showing more tannin than fruitiness. Then those fruits begin to shine and glow through the structure, although on the finish the dryness returns along with some new wood flavors.",Les Beaux Monts Premier Cru,90,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Jean Grivot 2004 Les Beaux Monts Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-grivot-2004-beaux-monts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Jean Grivot
,Red,France,"Philippe Drouhin has 30 acres in Gevrey-Chambertin, and the wines of this village are his specialty. This village wine shows just the right power, richness and depth of flavor, topped by delicious fresh, red fruited aromas and flavors. Drink now, or hold for 2–3 years.",,59,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze 2004  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-laroze-2004-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Drouhin-Laroze
,Red,France,"Right next to Clos de Vougeot, this small vineyard has produced a smoky, rich wine with mouthfilling red fruits and new wood flavors. It should develop well, with its intense but balanced tannins.",Les Petits Vougeots Premier Cru,80,90,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 2004 Les Petits Vougeots Premier Cru  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2004-petits-vougeots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Bertagna
,Red,France,"This wine is in the dry, firm style that is a mark of Nuits-St.-Georges, yet goes beyond that with its concentrated, jammy fruit flavors balanced by dense, dry tannins. It is a good sign of the way Chanson is developing under the control of Bollinger Champagne, and becoming a négociant worth watching.",,55,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Chanson Père et Fils 2004  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2004-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Chanson Père et Fils
13.5,Red,Italy,"You can tell you're in for a bruiser just by looking at it: Thick and extracted, the wine packs lush notes of cherry, cassis, spice, clove, white mushroom and lead pencil. It's expressive and intense in the mouth but those rock-hard tannins suggest that it should be consumed after 2009.",Poggio ai Merli,65,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2004 Poggio ai Merli Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2004-poggio-ai-merli-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2004,Castellare di Castellina
,Red,Portugal,"One of the wines produced by Cristiano van Zeller, this comes from a village high above the Pinhao valley. It is deliciously ripe, spicy, with a dense structure and packed flavors of thyme and black berries. Still young, give this another two years at least.",,,90,Douro,,,Casa de Casal de Loivos 2004 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-casal-loivos-2004-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Casa de Casal de Loivos
,White,Italy,"Weighty and slightly oily in texture, this is not a cookie-cutter Chardonnay. The 10% Viognier adds spice and floral lift to the aromas, while the melon flavors easily handle the restrained oak. Drink now.",Tenuta La Solatìa,23,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2004 Tenuta La Solatìa Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2004-tenuta-solatia-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2004,Ruffino
,White,US,"Fragrant, elegant to the point of delicate, with suggestions of mint, chervil, hay and fresh greens. Flavors favor fig, lemon wax; nothing aggressively herbaceous here, but the grape retains its varietal grassiness. Such length and delicacy in such an inexpensive wine.",,10,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2005-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Townshend
,White,US,"This is Washington Chenin like you've never seen it—barrel fermented and concentrated like fruit candy. Unique and distinctive, bursting with floral scents and the honeyed sweetness of the grape, it's nonetheless a reasonably dry Chenin that clocks in at 13.4% alcohol. Wonderful long finish.",,10,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2004 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2004-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Townshend
,Red,France,"One of the monopoles (wholly owned vineyards) run entirely by Jadot, this is a velvety, elegant wine. While it is not huge, it more than pulls its weight with its appetizing freshness and ripe tannins.",Clos de la Barre Premier Cru,50,90,Burgundy,Volnay,,Louis Jadot 2004 Clos de la Barre Premier Cru  (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-clos-barre-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend, roughly one third each Cab Sauvignon and Merlot, and the rest split between Cab Franc and Petit Verdot. It says something about the quality of winemaker Tim Narby's efforts that he has access to this fruit, which goes to many of the state's best wineries. He has made an exceptionally fragrant wine, mixing leather, violets and sweet cherry—unusual yet beguiling. In the mouth the wine cuts through, with assertive flavors of cherry, pomegranate, leather, cocoa and coffee. The tannins carry a sense of mineral and earth, as is usually true with Ciel du Cheval fruit.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,27,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,:Nota Bene 2003 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2003-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,:Nota Bene
,Red,France,"If you want perfumed Pinot Noir, this is the wine for you. It is aromatic, full of that sexy, fresh fruit that appeals to Central Coast California Pinot Noir lovers. Yet the structure and the elegance are all Burgundy. And the aftertaste is packed with red fruits and delicious acidity.",,50,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Nicolas Potel 2005  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2005-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2005,Nicolas Potel
14.5,Red,US,"This is a wonderfully rewarding wine, rich, dry, soft and complex. The cherry, blackberry and mocha-vanilla oak flavors are deep and long, and the wine is totally beautiful now.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Frostwatch 2004 Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frostwatch-2004-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2004,Frostwatch
,Red,France,"Ripe and fresh, this impresses more by the purity of its fruit than by its structure. This suggests that it will age quickly, confiremd by the soft tannins, strawberry fruit flavors and the balancing acidity.",,154,90,Burgundy,Griotte-Chambertin,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Griotte-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-pinot-noir-griotte-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,White,US,"Dark and smoky, its mouthfeel lifted with citrus scents and juicy acids, this excellent Syrah really delivers the goods. It's packed with zingy fruit, buoyed upon spicy acids, and it sails along, tart and intense, through a very long and detailed finish with a distinct flavor of pineapple.",Spofford Station,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),James Leigh 2003 Spofford Station Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-leigh-2003-spofford-station-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,James Leigh
,Red,US,"What's not to like? This is just flat-out delicious, dark and spicy with a strong streak of mint and menthol. The fruit is tight, true and tangy, showing a taut mix of berry, cassis and plum. It's hard to believe that Chuck Reininger doesn't slap a “Reserve” label on this and double the price.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Helix
14.6,Red,US,"Shows the soft fruitiness you usually find in Paso Robles reds, with low acids and easy tannins framing ripe cherry liqueur and blackberry jam flavors complexed with a rich, leathery earthiness. There's nothing like this in Napa-Sonoma, and it's wines like this that have made Paso such a nice alternative.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cinnabar 2004 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2004-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2004,Cinnabar
,Red,US,"In 2004 the estate fruit was severely damaged by the freeze, so the blend includes a fair amount from Columbia Valley vineyards. It's very well made, fragrant and smooth, ready to drink and tasting very good. The flavors are nicely melded and show the mix of primary red fruits but also a bit of spice and a hint of caramel. Though considerably lighter than previous vintages, this is still an excellent effort.",Stone River,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Beresan 2004 Stone River Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2004-stone-river-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Beresan
13,Red,France,"The Seysses family is widely known outside the region; this wine is from their home village. A firm, but still silky wine, with big fruits and pure, ripe strawberry and red plum flavors.",,75,90,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Dujac 2004  Morey-Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2004-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Dujac
13.5,Red,US,"This wine shows real varietal character, in the Northern Rhône sense of a fairly tannic, dry offering, but also is true Edna Valley in the brisk acids and purity of fruit. Has that hard-to-describe quality of elegant complexity that is the first duty of wine. Drink now through 2010.",Kosher Special Reserve,30,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baron Herzog 2004 Kosher Special Reserve Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-2004-kosher-special-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2004,Baron Herzog
,Red,France,"Les Cras is a tiny, six-acre vineyard in Chambolle-Musigny. This wine from Bouchard Aîné has great fresh fruit flavors, a softness and charm that is all Chambolle. There are tannins, certainly, but they are tucked underneath the dominant fruit.",Les Cras,47,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2004 Les Cras  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2004-cras-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
14.5,White,US,"A most interesting and complex Viognier. The strong, brisk acidity really strikes you, and is unusual for this variety, which is usually soft. Then the flavors hit, showy but elegant, an array of crushed citrus zest, white peach yogurt, apricot, vanilla and dusty spices. Try this racy wine as an alternative to Chardonnay.",,26,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Voss 2005 Viognier (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2005-viognier-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Viognier,2005,Voss
13,Red,Italy,"Very nice use of oak here: bottle aging enhances sweet vanilla aromas to the right point without overwhelming fresh berry fruit. An intriguing and complex nose is rounded off by notes of blueberry, menthol and licorice. Characterized by elegance and finesse; good structure and very dry tannins appear on the close.",Merlot Dal Pic,,90,,Collio,,Eugenio Collavini 2002 Merlot Dal Pic Merlot (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugenio-collavini-2002-merlot-dal-pic-collio/,Merlot,2002,Eugenio Collavini
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Marlborough's standard-bearer continues to turn out vintage after vintage of worthy wines. CB's 2006 Sauvignon is marginally less rich than the 2005, but still offers plenty of crisp, tangy tropical flavors. Pineapple and grapefruit notes finish with a grassy edge.",,27,90,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Cloudy Bay
14.5,Red,Chile,"Potent, granular aromas of berries and earth precede a juicy, condensed palate that is overflowing with ripe, robust blackberry and cassis flavors. This is a rich, silky wine with touches of tobacco and espresso on the finish. It shows all the characteristics of a fine Chilean Cabernet.",Organic,15,90,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2005 Organic Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2005-organic-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,De Martino
,White,US,"Juicy and ripe with rich scents of toasted almonds, Japanese pear and chamomile tea. The fruit hones in and focuses on pears and peaches, then shifts into lovely nutty flavors that liven up the mouthfeel and continue through an impressively persistent finish. 103 cases produced.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2005 Alder Ridge Vineyard Roussanne (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2005-alder-ridge-vineyard-roussanne-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Roussanne,2005,Syncline
,Red,US,"Another fine effort in mid-life, this Cabernet shows fruit heading into maturity, with hints of prune, cooked cherry and raisin. You will also taste caramel, brown sugar, smoke, pepper—a three-ring circus of flavor, but always done in an elegant, balanced, food-friendly style.",,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Townshend
13,White,New Zealand,"Steers an herbal path dangerously close to asparagus. This is on the green side, but adequately balanced by tropical fruit flavors, while the mouthfeel is slightly oily and concentrated, ending in a long, decidedly herbal finish.",Wairau Reserve,26,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2006 Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2006-wairau-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Saint Clair
14.5,Red,US,"Almost as rich as Rutz's more expensive Pinots, this is a good showcase for Russian River Pinot, and particularly for the Rutz interpretation of dry, silky elegance. It's a testiment to the art of blending. When you can mix different lots and come up with something this elegant, you're onto something.",Maison Grand Cru,30,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 2005 Maison Grand Cru Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2005-maison-grand-cru-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Rutz
14.4,White,US,"This bottling from Rutz has been one of the better Chards you can buy at this price point. It's classic Russian River, dry and crisp in acids, with plush, ripe green apple, pineapple and juicy lemon and lime flavors. Oak, lees and the rest of the Burgundian bells and whistles add all sorts of creamy, textural, spicy complexities.",Maison Grand Cru,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 2004 Maison Grand Cru Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2004-maison-grand-cru-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Rutz
,Red,France,"A great success, this wine combines the structure of Gevrey-Chambertin with some beautiful, deeply flavored fruits. The tannins, too, are well managed, with a dusty, fine feel to them, while the red berry fruits are well in balance.",Vieilles Vignes,42,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Maison Champy 2004 Vieilles Vignes  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2004-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Maison Champy
13,White,New Zealand,"Spy Valley's Riesling and Gewürz have consistently scored well, so it is nice to see the Sauvignon finally reach this level of quality. It's crisp and well-structured, with grassy, herbal notes to the fig and grapefruit flavors, and has an authoritative, rich finish.",,18,90,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Spy Valley
,Red,France,"Although not a premier cru, this comes from a single vineyard which lies, as the name indicates, along the road to Vergy, well placed between the grands crus of Clos de Tart and Clos des Lambrays. It is a richly constructed wine, with powerful but fresh raspberry and red cherry skin flavors spiced with new wood. The tannins are here, but the fruit is more prominent.",En la Rue de Vergy,56,90,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Michel Gros 2004 En la Rue de Vergy  (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-en-rue-vergy-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
,White,US,"Spicy and brisk, this elegant Chardonnay delivers flavors of pear, melon and apple strudel. Barrel fermented in French oak (30% new), it tastes of lightly applied butter, toast and fresh baked brioche. Everything has been completely melded together.",,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2005 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2005-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2005,Three Rivers
,Red,France,"Jacques Lardière, technical wizard of Jadot (and Wine Enthusiast's 2004 Winemaker of the Year), is able to coax every ounce of opulence out of this village wine. Red, verging on black and ripe, fruits and acidity come after initial dryness. And then there is the richness, tempered with elegance. Some premier cru wine has gone into this blend.",,42,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Louis Jadot 2004  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
14.5,White,US,"You'll find tannins aplenty in this tightly wound mountain Merlot. That gives it a shut-down, dry astringency. Aging is the obvious solution, and such is the balance, the harmony that five to 10 years should soften and sweeten, letting the blackberry and cherry fruit emerge.",,56,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 2004 Merlot (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2004-merlot-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Merlot,2004,Pride Mountain
,Red,Portugal,"This is a new label from Niepoort. It's action-packed, velvety with both deliciously sweet fruit and bone-dry tannins. It is round and smooth on top of black, dense fruits. Licorice and acidity dominate the aftertaste.",Vertente,,90,Douro,,,Niepoort 2004 Vertente Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2004-vertente-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Niepoort
,Red,US,"Dense with cherry fruit, yet shows the pleasing lift of citrusy grapefruit. Oozes power, and packed with flavor. 200 cases made.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Woodinville Wine Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"There's a beautiful Merlot in here but you're going to have to paddle against the powerful tannins to find it. It brings to mind the old Duckhorn Three Palms Merlots, which were similarly tough and tannic in youth, but aged well. This wine is ripe in chocolate, blackberry, cassis, coconut macaroon and plum sauce flavors, but needs four or five years to begin to come around.",,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Duckhorn
13,White,New Zealand,"A nicely balanced, complex Sauvignon, this wine is mouthfilling and round, but not soft, with a blend of tropical fruit—mango and papaya—and grasssy, herbal nuances. Finishes long, crisp and herbal; should be versatile at the table. Drink now.",,15,90,Marlborough,,,Drylands 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drylands-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Drylands
,Red,US,"The second vintage of Chester Kidder is quite a different blend from the 2002—38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Syrah, 14% Merlot, 12% Cab Franc, 5% Malbec,  2% Petit Verdot. Yet despite the obvious effort to craft a vinous all-star, to me it remains somewhat amorphous and a bit over-driven by the barrels. The dominant flavors are all barrel-derived—mocha, coffee grounds, toast—and the fruit, though sleek and polished, stands well in the background. Notes of berry are most prevalent; seamless but a bit anonymous—this wine is still looking for a unique identity.",,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chester Kidder 2003 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chester-kidder-2003-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Chester Kidder
14.5,Red,US,"If you're teaching a course on Alexander Valley Cab, consider this as your textbook example. It's a beautifully drinkable wine, soft and gentle and complex. The blackberry fruit has an herbal, earthy edge, and the wine is very dry. You can even age it for ten years if you want, but it's best now.",,22,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lake Sonoma 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Lake Sonoma
13.5,Red,US,"Cool Carneros struggled to ripen the fruit this vintage, with the result that acidity is firm, and there's a grape-skin tannic tartness to the underlying blackberry, plum, root beer and cherry flavors. The wine is strangely attractive. It's not a hedonistic seducer, nor a cellar candidate, but a complex, dry red that will rise to the occasion while playing modest second fiddle to the food.",,19,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2003 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2003-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2003,Gloria Ferrer
,White,US,"It's 100% Viognier, a light blush/tawny color, and all neutral barrel fermented. Winemaker James Mantone calls Viognier “the white Pinot Noir” due to the difficulty of making it well, without bitterness or what he terms “muskiness.” This is round and fruity, with scents of fig and peach and apricot, and the flavors follow. It sets a consistent note that it holds through a long, clean finish.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2005 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2005,Syncline
,Red,US,"Don Townshend has a gift for crafting wines of elegance. This feather-light Sangio is beautifully balanced, slightly floral, and blessed with good length. The fruit is almost ethereal, but not wimpy, attenuated or dull. It's like drinking air.",,19,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2003 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2003-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2003,Townshend
,White,France,"Green apple and pear flavors dominate in this  fine, fresh, delicious wine. There's a touch of caramel, but the main feel is clean and delicate, with a some minerality to give structure.",,17,87,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Moillard 2005  Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2005-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2005,Moillard
,Red,US,"The cluttered label, featuring a dog, seems out of character with the reserve designation and hefty price. It's a Cabernet with small amounts of Merlot, Franc and Syrah; and it has spent more time in oak than the winery's other Cabs. Hence, more extract, more tannin, more chocolaty flavor, all of which pushes it into an overdone, somewhat rough and scrapey style.",Merlin Winemaker's Reserve,40,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Lowden Hills 2003 Merlin Winemaker's Reserve Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lowden-hills-2003-merlin-winemakers-reserve-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Lowden Hills
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Flavors of cherry, blackberry, mocha, roasted meat and spice star in this soft, elegant wine. The mouthfeel is rounded and gentle, the finish light. A wine for those with a taste for lighter, less fruit-forward Shiraz. Drink now.",Sincerely,15,86,Western Cape,,,Neil Ellis 2005 Sincerely Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2005-sincerely-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2005,Neil Ellis
,Red,US,"The same exact blend as the Estate Red, this offers slightly more generous fruit flavors, and shows more of the barrel toast as well. This must be the barrel selection of the riper lots, as it seems to have shed much of the stemminess that characterizes the Estate Red.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Goose Ridge
15,Red,US,"Here's a new entry in the animal-themed, labels gone wild varietal sweepstakes. For eight bucks, you get a big gulp of cherries and blackberries, in a softly textured, dry package. It's a great deal.",,8,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Red Rover 2005 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rover-2005-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2005,Red Rover
13.8,Red,US,"Of all varieties, Pinot is the most price sensitive, but this is a good wine for twelve bucks. Seems to have quite a bit of coastal fruit. It's dry and silky and clean, with cherry, tea, cola and spice flavors, and even a bit of fanciness.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,De Loach 2005 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2005-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,De Loach
13,White,New Zealand,"This wine's bouquet is strongly marked by bell pepper, but the flavors veer toward stone fruit and melon, with a broad, fat mouthfeel and a surprisingly soft finish.",,14,85,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Omaka Springs
13.5,Red,Portugal,"The main Cálem property is at a curve of the Douro, by the town of Pinhão, hence the name of the wine. It's an earthy, traditional style, not bad for that, but definitely for those who enjoy wines with a touch of volatility. It does go well with rich meat dishes.",Curva Reserva,,84,Douro,,,Cálem 2004 Curva Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calem-2004-curva-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Cálem
,White,US,"This is the least of the Riverblocks in the last five years. It's soft and obvious. Was that because of the heat? The wine lacks vital acidity, and the cherry, raspberry and pomegranate flavors are a little cooked or stewed. Drink now.",Rochioli Riverblock,72,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Rochioli Riverblock Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-rochioli-riverblock-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
12.5,Red,Australia,"Herbal—but in a good way—showing off some cool-climate spice and cherry aromas. It's light in body, with peppery, herbal and red fruit flavors that finish fresh. Drink now.",,10,85,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,The Mutts Nuts 2004 Shiraz (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutts-nuts-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-wrattonbully/,Shiraz,2004,The Mutts Nuts
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A plump, round Pinot lavished with oak, this seemed slightly off, in that the fruit had a bit of cooked character to it. Otherwise, this is a very nice Pinot, easily marrying cola, mint and maple syrup notes, and ending quite long.",,25,85,Marlborough,,,Staete Landt 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staete-landt-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Staete Landt
14.5,Red,Portugal,"This wine seems to have slipped somewhat since we last reviewed it (back in 1999 the 1997 vintage scored 91 points), but at least the price has fallen considerably since then. Medium-bodied, dark berry fruit is couched in a charred barrel and roasted coffee frame. Drink 2007–2010.",,16,85,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Cortezia 2004 Touriga Nacional (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-2004-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-estremadura/,Touriga Nacional,2004,Quinta da Cortezia
13.5,White,Chile,"Ultimately this would make for a good bistro or patio white. The bouquet is light and sweet, as is the palate. Baked apple and ripe citrus lead the flavor profile on this clean, mildly sweet Sauvignon. More than decent as a whole.",,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2006-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Santa Ema
14.5,Red,Chile,"Basic red-fruit aromas feature accents of tobacco and green herbs, while the palate is fresh and zesty due to strong natural acidity. Overall it's a solid wine but in the final analysis it shows a bit more green character than is desirable.",Single Vineyard Reserve,17,85,Lontué Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Single Vineyard Reserve Merlot (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-single-vineyard-reserve-merlot-lontue-valley/,Merlot,2004,Valdivieso
13,Rose,South Africa,"The strawberry jam, honey and grapefruit notes on the nose make for an alluring invitation, and on the palate, the wine is fun and fruity, with balanced flavors that match its aroma. It's on the drier side, too—a break for those who prefer a cleaner rosé.",Rosé,12,85,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2005 Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2005-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Mulderbosch
13.7,Red,Australia,"The raspberry and vanilla flavors are a bit simple but tasty, and the texture is slightly creamy, smoothed along by supple tannins. Ends with a modest burst of berry zinger tea, just enough to help this otherwise soft wine pair with food. Drink now.",,5,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2005 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2005,Banrock Station
13.5,White,US,"There must be cool-climate grapes in this statewide-appellated wine, because there's great, crunchy acidity, which is just what you want in a nice PG. The wine is dry and minerally, with fruity, apricot and spice flavors.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,Bargetto 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Bargetto
14.9,Red,US,"Pours inky black, and even though it has some bottle age, it's still astringently tannic. The suggestion is complexity and ageworthiness. A blend of Dolcetto, Refosco and Nebbiolo, there are cherry flavors, with a rich, earthy, fresh herb and coffee edge. Really locked down now; the wine's future is uncertain.",La Vita,50,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2001 La Vita Red (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2001-vita-red-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Red Blend,2001,Bargetto
13,Rose,South Africa,"A shocking pink color and sweet, playful nose prepare you for the vibrant cherry and strawberry flavors to follow. It's full-flavored and balanced with some citrus, but not the most complex wine in the world. Good for pairing with summer salads and light dishes.",Goats do Roam,10,84,Coastal Region,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2006 Goats do Roam Rosé (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2006-do-rose-coastal-region/,Rosé,2006,Goats do Roam Wine Co.
12.5,Red,France,"This wine comes from the négociant side of Domaine Michel Magnien, run by son Frédéric. It has big, round spice and new wood flavors, not over extracted but definitely with a dry edge to it. It's ripe, and good quality for a simple Burgundy.",,20,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Frederic Magnien 2005  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2005-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2005,Frederic Magnien
14,Red,South Africa,"An aroma bursting with jammy fruit—think black currant and blueberry—is followed by a full-bodied palate with hints of cinnamon spice. It's wildly fruity but at the same time dry on the finish, and hearty tannins insure that the fruit does not completely steamroll the whole production. Lots to like here but perhaps just a little too fruity and one-dimensional for any truly serious contemplation.",,17,84,Wellington,,,Eventide Cellar 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eventide-cellar-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-wellington/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Eventide Cellar
14.1,Red,US,"Simple and likeable, this blend of Mourvèdre, Syrah, Grenache and Counoise brims with cherry, raspberry and cocoa fruit. It seems to have a little residual sugar, to judge by the sugary finish, and though I don't like that, lots of people do.",Patriarche,30,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2004 Patriarche Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2004-patriarche-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Holly's Hill
13.5,Red,US,"Pretty good Merlot, showing cherry and blackberry flavors with a streak of cocoa, and finishes in balance. There are some green, minty notes, probably from overcopped vines, but they add a subtle note of interest.",Lucky Horseshoe,9,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hayes Ranch 2004 Lucky Horseshoe Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hayes-ranch-2004-lucky-horseshoe-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2004,Hayes Ranch
13.6,White,US,"Not the richest wine in history, but fruity enough and dry, this basic Chardonnay has a tease of citrus fruit and vanilla cream. It's perfectly okay for that next big party where no one's over-critical.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Happy Camper 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-camper-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Happy Camper
13,Red,France,"A rather rustic wine, with red fruits and acidity dominating. It is mineral and austere, with a very fresh, crisp aftertaste.",Pinot Noir,24,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Pierre Morey 2005 Pinot Noir  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2005-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2005,Pierre Morey
13,White,US,"This is Dry Creek Vineyard's basic SB, fermented in stainless steel and rushed onto the market to preserve freshness. It could be richer in fruit, as it's a little watery, but the crisp dryness is nice and elegant.",,13,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2005 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2005-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2005,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.5,White,Australia,"Plump and mouthfilling, this offering boasts slightly honeyed scents and broad, understated tropical fruit flavors. A bit soft and simple, but ably fills a useful commercial niche. Drink now.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2005 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2005-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Black Opal
14.5,Red,Chile,"Some mint and chocolate notes blend with aromas of dark fruit, followed up by slightly warm berry and plum flavors. What's rather unusual here is that the mouthfeel is feisty and almost sheer, courtesy of racy acids. There's no doubt this comes across a touch sharp.",Reserva,14,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Santa Ines
13,White,New Zealand,This charitable endeavor that helps fund student scholarships in Hawkes Bay has yet to really strike gold with any of its wines. This Sauvignon features pleasant herbal and passion fruit shadings but finishes with a touch of sweetness and just lacks zip.,For The People,16,84,Marlborough,,,The Red Square 2006 For The People Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-square-2006-for-people-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,The Red Square
12.5,Sparkling,US,"A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with a little Pinot Meunier, this bubbly is really too rough to earn a better score. Instead of a nice, creamy smoothness, it's a jagged, harshly angular wine, but it is dry and clean.",Vintage Brut,32,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2001 Vintage Brut Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2001-vintage-brut-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2001,J Vineyards & Winery
,Red,France,"Quite lean in texture, this wine shows some freshness, but only moderate density of fruit. There are some plum skin flavors, and the finish is dry, with acidity.",,36,84,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Labouré-Roi 2005  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2005-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2005,Labouré-Roi
,White,Italy,"Basic Pinot Grigio—light in body, with simple fruity flavors of apple, pear, melon and citrus. Very clean and fresh.",Lumina,13,84,,Venezia Giulia,,Ruffino 2005 Lumina Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2005-lumina-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Ruffino
14.6,Red,US,"NNeeds a little airing to come around, but when it does, it's nice. Dry and balanced, it shows cherry, black raspberry and oak flavors that are wrapped in a medium-bodied, smooth, dry wine. Finishes soft and polished. Drink now—2007.",,22,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Château Souverain
13.3,Red,US,"Decent everyday Cab, fully dry and balanced. It's on the light side, weight-wise and fruit-wise, but has enough cherry-berry stuff going on to satisfy at this price.",Selected Vineyards,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Selected Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-selected-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Concannon
12,White,Australia,"This blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc is a clean, refreshing quaff. Filled with passion fruit and gooseberry notes, it's simple, fruity and goes down easy.",Two in the Bush,16,84,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Bird in Hand 2006 Two in the Bush Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bird-in-hand-2006-two-bush-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Bird in Hand
14,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of ripe berry, cola, anise and herbs invite on the nose, while the wine is bold and juicy on the palate. There's some leather and spice for grip, but in general, it's soft and smooth. The wine loses a little steam at the end, but has a nice balance.",,10,85,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2005 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2005,MAN Vintners
14.5,Red,US,"Grown in the cooler, southeastern Coombsville section of the valley, this 100% Cab is big, rich and dry. It fills the mouth with ripe blackberry and cherry flavors that are jammy and oaky. Finishing a bit sharp, it should mellow for a few more years.",,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Farella-Park 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farella-park-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Farella-Park
13.5,White,Chile,". Unlike just about any other Chardonnay out there, this hugely tropical and grassy wine is much like Sauvignon Blanc. It's all citrus and acids, with only a streak of melony sweetness to soften it up. Still, it's clean and laser-beam crisp, and if you like Sauvignon Blanc or Spanish Verdejo you'll probably like this, too.",Los Vascos,12,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2006 Los Vascos Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2006-los-vascos-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
14,White,South Africa,"Aromas of green apples and grass take the lead on this unwooded Chardonnay from pioneer South African Chardonnay vintner Danie de Wet. A Chablis-style character follows, with flavors of peaches and nuts, and the citrus adds a pleasurable zing to the finish.",Limestone Hill,15,85,Robertson,,,Danie de Wet 2005 Limestone Hill Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danie-wet-2005-limestone-hill-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2005,Danie de Wet
,Red,US,"Unblended, 100% Merlot, this light, tart, citrusy wine leads with a spicy, tangy toastiness. The fruit lacks substance; it's just generic light red fruit, and there is a rough, chalky edge to the acids.",,24,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basalt 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basalt-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Basalt
13.5,White,Portugal,"The Arinto grape makes full-bodied white wines, sometimes just a touch creamy. This wine is typical, with rich flavors balanced with some apple skin acidity and tannins, but showing a wide open, creamy texture. There's just a touch of wood.",,18,85,Douro,,,Kopke 2004 Arinto (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2004-portuguese-white-arinto-douro/,Arinto,2004,Kopke
12,Sparkling,US,"With sparkling wine, it's all about finesse. Well, mostly. You want a nice, smooth, silky mouthfeel. This wine doesn't have one. It's all jagged, sharp; it cuts the palate. On the plus side, it's nicely dry, with pronounced strawberry flavors.",Brut Rose,32,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery NV Brut Rose Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,J Vineyards & Winery
,Red,US,"Previously called “Wild Thing” and now dubbed “Wild Z,” this all-purpose red again features a grinning zebra on the label—an anagram for Zerba. The Columbia Valley blend of Cab, Merlot, Cab Franc, sangiovese and Grenache is a true mutt wine. Don't look for focus or terroir here, but you will find pleasant, mature, well-rounded fruit-driven flavor.",Wild Z,19,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2004 Wild Z Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2004-wild-z-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Zerba Cellars
,Red,US,"This is essentially a Cabernet, with small percentages of Merlot, Cab Franc and Syrah in the blend. Bottom line is a light, earthy, herbal Cabernet with some toasty, coffee-flavored oak.",Rim Rock,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basalt 2004 Rim Rock Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basalt-2004-rim-rock-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Basalt
13.5,White,South Africa,"Green pepper, paired with berries and flowers, comprise the nose of this typical cool-climate Sauvignon Blanc. The full flavors are carried on a slightly more viscous mouthfeel, and end with a long, minerally finish.",,15,85,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2005-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Paul Cluver
13.6,Red,South Africa,"This supple Bordeaux blend of 50% Cabernet, 35% Merlot with Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc from Stellenbosch's Mulderbosch Vineyards is packed with flavorful berry, coffee and allspice character but is also rather soft and elegant. The vanilla from oak aging balances well with the vibrant blackberry and cassis.",Faithful Hound,22,85,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2003 Faithful Hound Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2003-faithful-hound-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2003,Mulderbosch
12.5,Red,France,"The Hautes Côtes, over the hill from the main stretch of the Côtes de Nuits vineyards, often produces good value Burgundy, and this wine is one of those. It's rounded, relatively soft and easy, with plenty of attractive red fruits and a great line of acidity.",,28,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Michel Gros 2004  Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
14,Red,Australia,"Loaded with chocolate and cassis aromas and flavors, this medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon has just enough herbal nuance to be identifiable as Cabernet without going to excess. With time, the fruit takes on a slightly cooked character similar to molasses, but the soft tannins provide adequate structure for near-term drinking.",Stonemason,10,85,South Australia,Currency Creek,,Ballast Stone Estate Wines 2004 Stonemason Cabernet Sauvignon (Currency Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballast-stone-estate-wines-2004-stonemason-cabernet-sauvignon-currency-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Ballast Stone Estate Wines
13,Red,New Zealand,"A considerable step up from the mediocre 2004, this vintage of Mana Pinot Noir features a pleasant mix of savory and fruity flavors that includes hints of strawberries, cola, cinnamon and toast. It's fairly full in the mouth, but soft, with a hint of raisiny overripeness on the finish.",,15,85,Marlborough,,,Mana 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mana-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Mana
13,White,Chile,"Opens with inviting green apple aromas before delivering citric, lemony flavors on a surprisingly soft frame that isn't overloaded with scouring acidity. All this means the wine is ready to drink now; it has decent fruit with hints of lime and mineral.",,9,85,Molina,,,Echeverria 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2006-sauvignon-blanc-molina/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Echeverria
13.5,Red,France,"Lightweight, but with a firm tannic background, this wine doesn't completely hang together. It's rather too dry for the fruit, although the flavors of fresh strawberries are attractive when they do come through.",Beaune-Epenottes Premier Cru,35,85,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Moillard 2004 Beaune-Epenottes Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2004-beaune-epenottes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Moillard
13.5,Red,US,"This is a good starter Pinot for those curious about the variety and don't wish to spend a lot. The wine shows a very nice character, with cherry, cola, coffee and herb flavors and a dry, silky mouthfeel.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Clos du Bois
13.5,Red,US,"Surprisingly polished and refined for a statewide Merlot, much less at this price and high case production. The wine is soft, with a rich array of cherries, blackberries, mocha, cola and dried herb flavors. Great by-the-glass wine for restaurants.",Redwood Creek,8,85,California,California Other,California,Frei Brothers 2004 Redwood Creek Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2004-redwood-creek-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Frei Brothers
13.5,Red,Portugal,". Features a bright, bouncy bouquet of red fruit married to a light to medium-weight palate. Dark, chocolaty flavors add a warming bass note. Shows some dry tannins on the finish, but doesn't seem particularly ageworthy; drink now and over the next two years.",,10,85,Ribatejano,,,Quinta da Alorna 2004 Red (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2004-red-ribatejano/,Red Blend,2004,Quinta da Alorna
13.5,White,South Africa,"Grassy and herbaceous, this wine is full of gooseberry and green pepper and is an interesting alternative to the tropical fuit flavors of many SBs. The fruit grows in the Helderberg Hills, a coastal area that yields wines with an intense flavor and fuller body. Great for seafood.",,14,85,Coastal Region,,,Kumkani 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumkani-2005-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kumkani
,Red,France,"Fresh, fruity and aromatic, this is a soft wine, with just enough dry tannins to give it shape. Touches of spice and pepper are typical of the vintage.",,16,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Drouhin
13.5,Red,US,"Juicy and deep in blackberry, cherry and cola flavors, with smooth, polished tannins. It's a very nice wine with real charm.",Reserve,8,85,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2004 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2004-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Turning Leaf
,Red,US,"The blend is 78% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Malbec. The fruit carries a strong component of green, unripe herbs, along with some stemmy tannins. It could be perfectly enjoyable with a grilled steak, comparable to a rather ordinary Bordeaux.",Estate,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2004 Estate Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2004-estate-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Goose Ridge
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Cedar, juicy red berry and spice are on the wine's nose, while chocolate and plum are touched with toasty oak on the palate. It's accessible and pleasurable, though it could use a little more complexity. Overall good flavor and structure. Produced by Engelbrecht Els Vineyards.",Frontier,13,85,Western Cape,,,Guardian Peak 2004 Frontier Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-peak-2004-frontier-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2004,Guardian Peak
14.5,Red,US,"Lots of blackberry and coffee fruit in this dry wine. It's not terribly complex, and in fact is a little raw, but decanting will help, and the acids will balance well against the richness of steak.",Reserve,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Barefoot Cellars 2004 Reserve Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2004-reserve-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2004,Barefoot Cellars
15.9,Red,US,"The 15.9% alcohol is the price you pay for dryness. The wine shows a nice Howell Mountain quality in the hugely ripe fruit and perfectly sculpted tannins that feel so lush and smooth in the mouth. It's beautiful, in its way, but that alcohol is really challenging.",Beatty Ranch Vineyard,38,85,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Vie Winery 2004 Beatty Ranch Vineyard Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-winery-2004-beatty-ranch-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2004,Vie Winery
,White,France,"This is a lively, vibrant, easy wine, with crisp apple flavors, minerality and a light citrus finish.",,30,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Frederic Magnien 2005  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2005-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2005,Frederic Magnien
13.5,Red,US,"Kind of sharp, in the way of a young, rustic wine, but pleases for the ripe cherry, blackberry, cola and spice flavors. You might even stash this one away for six months to let it soften and smooth out.",Valley Oaks,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2005 Valley Oaks Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2005-valley-oaks-merlot-other/,Merlot,2005,Fetzer
,Red,France,"Faiveley is based in Nuits-Saint-Georges, so its range of wines from the appellation is unrivalled. This village wine is, however, something of a disappointment: very dry and earthy, with dark tannins and an old wood flavor.",,41,85,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Faiveley 2004  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
14,Red,South Africa,"Deep, rich aromas of cinnamon, mocha and pepper are followed by a burst of berry fruit and firm tannins. It's not a very complex wine, but its fruity, ripe flavors are enjoyable and dense.",,17,85,Wellington,,,Eventide Cellar 2004 Shiraz (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eventide-cellar-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-wellington/,Shiraz,2004,Eventide Cellar
14.5,Red,Australia,"Despite having the best lots skimmed off into various different cuvées, Lehmann's regular Shiraz remains pleasant and easy drinking. Cinnamon and clove scents accent red fruit flavors, while hints of pie crust and vanilla add grace notes. Drink now.",,16,85,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2004 Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2004,Peter Lehmann
13,White,New Zealand,"This is a round, mouthfilling Marlborough Sauvignon, with clean scents of grasses, passion fruit and hints of melon and peach, but it lacks flavor intensity despite its size, coming off as slightly lacking concentration. It's nice, but needs more intensity to shine.",,22,85,Marlborough,,,Kennedy Point 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kennedy-point-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Kennedy Point
,Red,France,"This fresh, fruity wine has some attractive blackberry flavors along with considerable acidity. The tannins are soft, and the general impression is of a wine that is enjoyably ready to drink.",,36,85,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Labouré-Roi 2005  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2005-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2005,Labouré-Roi
13.5,White,Chile,"In its price range you can't beat this for freshness and flavor. The nose is a touch floral and sweet, while the palate is forward and flush with mild gooseberry and citrus flavors. Finishes clean and short, with a certain slickness that seems appropriate.",Estate,7,85,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2006 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2006-estate-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,La Playa
13,Red,Italy,"An easy red with medium concentration and measured aromatic intensity. Blueberry, almond and mineral aromas with an impressive mouthfeel, thanks to the wine's noticeable structure and persistence.",Castel Firmian,13,85,,Trentino,,Mezzacorona 2004 Castel Firmian Merlot (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2004-castel-firmian-merlot-trentino/,Merlot,2004,Mezzacorona
14,Red,Chile,"New packaging on LFE's wines make them appear more modern, and certainly the cedar and balsam aromas that override the cherry and berry notes are indicative of a so-called modern wine. Otherwise, look for buttery red-fruit flavors with vanilla on the finish.",Family Selection Gran Reserva,15,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2004 Family Selection Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2004-family-selection-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Luis Felipe Edwards
13.5,Red,US,"SKN has been holding prices steady on its wines for years, and with inflation, they give better value for the money. This Merlot is balanced, with pleasing cherry-berry and herb flavors. It has that extra edge of fanciness that makes it a good buy.",,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Screw Kappa Napa
12,Red,Italy,"Lean and youthful, a great value thanks to layers of exotic spice, sweet berry, red apple and cinnamon. Bright fruit appears in the mouth and the close is marked by a note of sour cherry.",Terre Palladiane,7,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Zonin 2005 Terre Palladiane Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2005-terre-palladiane-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2005,Zonin
,Red,France,"Soft, slightly soapy, this is a wine that remains resolutely out of focus. There is a hint of the proper juicy Pinot Noir flavor, but just a hint. For the rest, the wine is light and fresh.",,124,85,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Labouré-Roi 2004  Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2004-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Labouré-Roi
13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts off with some forest floor, moss, leather and olive notes, all typical aromas for Carmenère. The palate on this middleweight is chunky and easy, maybe a touch flat, with flavors of baked plum, black olive and soy. Finishes chewy, soft and quiet. Drink now.",Block Selection Esate Reserve,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2004 Block Selection Esate Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2004-block-selection-esate-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,La Playa
,Red,US,"This wine lacks definition and focus, despite being pure Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit is very light and thin; the smoky, oaky barrel flavors almost overwhelm it. The finish is tart and slightly green, without any weight or varietal power.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Goose Ridge
,White,US,"This strong, unusual and quite assertive wine bowls you over with its tutti-fruity flavors of bubble gum, juicy fruit, and so on. It is such a unique style for Riesling that it caught me off guard. Perhaps others will favor the big, heavy, rather clumsy fruit more than I, but to me it seems to be a sort of anti-Riesling.",,22,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Hudson Shah 2005 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-shah-2005-riesling-other/,Riesling,2005,Hudson Shah
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Black fruit and white pepper on the nose, followed by pronounced oak and spice. There's an interesting earthiness here—cedar, nuts—but the fruit gets a little lost. Lingering finish.",,15,85,Coastal Region,,,Fairview 2004 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2004,Fairview
13.8,Red,US,"Pretty nice Merlot, dry and smooth. There's a little green vegetalness going on, as if the vines were overcropped, but there's enough cherry fruit to satisfy.",Reserve,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frei Brothers 2004 Reserve Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2004-reserve-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2004,Frei Brothers
14,Red,Chile,"Aromatically, this wine is sound. Scents of blackberry, dark plum, smoke and molasses are convincing. But it's rather snappy and electric in the mouth, with piercing acidity that creates a sharp mouthfeel. On the finish, there are lasting flavors courtesy of medium tannins and that aforementioned pulsing acidity.",20 Barrels Limited Edition,25,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Cono Sur 2004 20 Barrels Limited Edition Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2004-20-barrels-limited-edition-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2004,Cono Sur
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Opulent fruit, roasted meat and spice typify this cuvée from Capaia winery, located in the Philadelphia winegrowing region near Durbanville. Aged in French oak, there is a pleasant balance of young fruit and backbone, and fans of more tannic wines could drink now. Even better if it ages another three years.",,16,85,Philadelphia,,,Blue Grove Hill 2005 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Philadelphia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-grove-hill-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-philadelphia/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Blue Grove Hill
,Red,US,"This is pleasant drinking, with its soft, chalky, rather lightweight fruit, depending upon the barrels to provide added flavors of coffee, toast and chocolate. But in this rather standard Bordeaux blend there isn't much to hang your hat on besides the oak, and the finish is a bit hot and chalky.",,32,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Whitman Cellars 2003 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitman-cellars-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2003,Whitman Cellars
13.5,Red,Chile,"Solid red cherry, plum and a touch of citrus peel define the nose, while prime berry and black cherry are the lead flavors on the palate. As for finishing notes, look for spice and a slight bit of herbal green character. All in all it's a good Merlot that should satisfy.",Casa La Joya Reserve,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2004 Casa La Joya Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2004-casa-joya-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2004,Viña Bisquertt
14.3,Red,US,"Made entirely from St. Supery's Rutherford estate, this is dry and fairly tannic, with an earthy, herbal edge. It's kind of chunky right now and not showing particularly well, almost rustic, but could fall into line in time. Try 2008 and beyond.",Limited Edition Estate,79,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,St. Supéry 2003 Limited Edition Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2003-limited-edition-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,St. Supéry
,White,Portugal,". For a hot country white wine, this is deliciously fresh. Based on the Arinto grape, the wine's floral aromas, flavors of ripe apricots and fresh aftertaste just burst out of the glass. Oenologist João Portugal Ramos also makes his own wines in the Alentejo.",Conde de Vimioso Branco,,86,Ribatejano,,,Falua 2005 Conde de Vimioso Branco White (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2005-conde-vimioso-branco-white-ribatejano/,Portuguese White,2005,Falua
,Red,France,"Dark plums and acidity pair together in this well-made, fresh wine. Rossignol-Trapet owns vines only just the wrong side of the tracks in Gevrey-Chambertin from which this wine is made. It is firm, tannic but with plenty of fruit.",,20,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet 2004  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rossignol-trapet-2004-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Rossignol-Trapet
14,Red,Australia,"Although the winery bills this as a step up from its Allyson Parsons Shiraz—and maybe it will improve with cellaring—right now it's a bit disjointed, with powerful chocolate fudge vying with tart plum flavors that turn lemony on the finish. Try after 2010.",John Zilm,35,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Craneford 2004 John Zilm Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2004-john-zilm-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Craneford
14.5,Red,US,"This is a great price for a full-bodied, rich, dry red wine that's fancy enough to stand up to steak, chops, ribs. The blackberries are joined by cola and spice flavors, and the mouthfeel is lush and tannic. A great value.",,11,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Castle Rock 2004 Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2004,Castle Rock
14.5,Red,Chile,"An early blast of green bean and bell pepper soon subsides, leaving black currant, cherry and black pepper in its wake. The palate is healthy and sturdy, with cherry and cassis flavors mingling with mildly persistent green notes. While not vegetal, this Merlot does show some classic large-production characteristics: namely, dilution of fruit and a light herbaceousness.",,13,86,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2005 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2005-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2005,Lapostolle
14,Red,Chile,"Possibly too oaky at first blush, as coconut and sawmill shavings are the initial aromas. But as it settles, brighter red fruit emerges, and on the back end there's proper acidity and balance that keeps the whole deal well framed.",Block Selection Estate Reserve,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2004 Block Selection Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2004-block-selection-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,La Playa
,Red,US,"In this unusually difficult vintage, the winery sourced some of its fruit from Cold Creek, some from Goose Ridge, some from Sagemoor. The flavors are on the light side, almost thin, not progressing much past the watermelon and strawberry stage. In a flight of meatier wines, this one seemed rather insubstantial, and definitely not up to the winery's usual standards.",,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Walla Walla
13,White,Australia,"A portion of this wine was fermented in barrel, and it shows, but what also shows is the high level of ripeness attained by at least some of the grapes. The aromas highlight exotic scents of honey and apricots, marked by traces of smoke and toast. It's surprisingly full-bodied for an Australian blend of these two grape varieties, but could use a touch more length on the finish to really shine.",Cricket Pitch,16,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Brokenwood 2004 Cricket Pitch Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2004-cricket-pitch-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-south-eastern/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2004,Brokenwood
14,Red,New Zealand,"This is a full-bodied, rather muscular Pinot Noir, with some resinous or medicinal hints on the nose and chunky cherry and chocolate flavors. Picks up a citrusy tang on the finish.",Block 36 Reserve,39,86,Marlborough,,,Kathy Lynskey 2005 Block 36 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathy-lynskey-2005-block-36-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kathy Lynskey
14.5,White,US,"Here's a rich Rhône blend of Roussanne and Viognier. It's big in white and yellow stone fruit flavors, like nectarines, peaches and pineapples, with a tropical wildflower note, and finishes dry and clean.",Patriarche Blanc,22,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2005 Patriarche Blanc White (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2005-patriarche-blanc-white-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Holly's Hill
14.5,White,US,"Taz has been doing a pretty good job with Chard. I wish this wine were a little more controlled and drier. It's like an explosion in a fruit store, bombarding you with pineapples, guavas, nectarines, wild honey and little pieces of charry oak. But it sure is a ride.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Taz 2005 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Taz
13,White,South Africa,"A balanced Chardonnay with finesse, offering expressive flavors of grapefruit and pineapple paired with a toasty roundness. The wine has a racy cleanness but is still full-bodied. Will pair well with a variety of foods.",,18,86,Walker Bay,,,Sumaridge 2005 Chardonnay (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumaridge-2005-chardonnay-walker-bay/,Chardonnay,2005,Sumaridge
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Vibrant berry fruit and smoke hit the nose, followed by chocolate, cherry and spice on the palate. Plenty of chewy texture, sure to even out with a little aging, gives the wine backbone. Needs time but is well-balanced and flavorful.",,12,86,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2005 Syrah (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coastal-region/,Syrah,2005,Porcupine Ridge
14,Red,Chile,"Early on, this wine seems a touch grassy and green, but time permits the darker fruit characteristics to come out. In the mouth, expect berry and plum flavors mixed with a hint of herbal green, while the finish is oaky, minty and a bit hot. Robust and grabby, but a healthy specimen.",Visión,15,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 Visión Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-vision-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2005,Cono Sur
13.5,White,Australia,"This is a broad, mouthfilling Chardonnay that gets a lot of things right. The aromas are citrusy and tropical, kept in check by hints of pith. The oak is nicely judged, with spice and nutty, cereal-like notes adding complexity to the bold fruit. A minor quibble is the warmth and slightly elevated alcohol on the finish. Drink now.",,18,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2005 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2005-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2005,Kangarilla Road
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Produced in huge quantities, this mainstream Marlborough Sauvignon remains a good value, offering an easy introduction to thousands of American consumers. A slightly smoky, fumé character gives way to round, ripe flavors of stone fruit, melon and fig, finishing soft. Drink now.",,11,86,Marlborough,,,Monkey Bay 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monkey-bay-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Monkey Bay
,Red,Portugal,"One of the properties owned by dynamic Dão producer Quinta dos Roques, this blend dominated by Touriga Nacional and Jaen, is soft, fruity and fresh. In Portuguese terms, this is a light wine, with its easy tannins and raspberry fruit flavors.",Quinta do Correio,9,86,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2003 Quinta do Correio Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2003-correio-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta dos Roques
13.5,Red,Chile,"Full and chewy, as it should be. The nose is earthy and solid, while the palate veers toward red berries, primarily strawberries and plums. In the mouth, the wine comes across a touch hot, but overall its lively, ripe and medium in weight and complexity. In its class it's exactly what you'd expect.",Estate,11,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Errazuriz
,Red,US,"This is the estate vineyard, located in the flat, dry western end of the Walla Walla Valley. It's 95% Merlot with a splash of Syrah and Cab Franc, and it is dark, tannic and straightforward. What's missing is the extra detail and complexity that would add interest to the roasty-toasty tannins.",Win Chester,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Lowden Hills 2003 Win Chester Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lowden-hills-2003-win-chester-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2003,Lowden Hills
,White,US,"This is one of the better SBs out there at this price. It's dry and crisp in layers of citrus fruits, apricots, tart green apples, white pepper and a flowery, honeysuckle taste, flavors that change all the time.",,10,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Baron Herzog 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Baron Herzog
13.5,Red,Australia,"A distinctly different take on $10 Australian Shiraz, this wine offers up perfumey scents of anise and a bit of stone fruit—perhaps apricot? In the mouth, spicedrop flavors ride easily over a foundation of earth, coffee and leather. If you're tired of jammy Shirazes, this might be just the ticket.",Stonemason,10,86,South Australia,Currency Creek,,Ballast Stone Estate Wines 2004 Stonemason Shiraz (Currency Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballast-stone-estate-wines-2004-stonemason-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-currency-creek/,Shiraz,2004,Ballast Stone Estate Wines
12.5,Red,Italy,"It's light, ruby appearance promises a lean, easy Merlot for weeknight dinners, and in fact, the nose delivers blueberry, forest fruit and linear mineral tones. This is not a hugely intense wine, but crisp acidity and a lighter consistency make it a friendly companion to pasta with meat ragù or roast beef.",,11,86,,Trentino,,Bollini 2004 Merlot (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-2004-merlot-trentino/,Merlot,2004,Bollini
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Ash, berry, smoked meat and spice on the nose lead into flavors of gamy leather and dark fruit. Good with smoked meat entrees. Hold for 3–4 years.",,10,86,Stellenbosch,,,Zonnebloem 2004 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonnebloem-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2004,Zonnebloem
12.5,Red,Portugal,"The vineyard of the monastery of Fazenda, run by Quinta do Ventozello, has produced a simple, fruity, jammy blackberry-flavored wine with some acidity. It is easy, juicy, with a fine, dry, food-friendly aftertaste.",Selecção,,86,Douro,,,Fazenda do Mosteiro 2004 Selecção Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazenda-mosteiro-2004-seleccao-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Fazenda do Mosteiro
13,White,US,"Sits right on the border of everday and fancy, one of those wines that's not so impressive on its own, but can rise to the occasion with the right food. Quite crisp, with minerally, citrus rind, melon and date flavors. Versatile with food.",,14,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Farella-Park 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farella-park-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Farella-Park
14.3,Red,US,"Tannins play the lead role here, dry, dusty, lockdown. There's plenty of blackberry and spicy plum fruit, but it's buried. What's a consumer to do? Aging is a gamble. How many California Syrahs survive the years? Yet that's your only option, unless you enjoy that astringent, tongue-numbing feeling.",,57,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2004 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2004,Pride Mountain
13,White,France,"If you want a Chardonnay that just goes down easy, this is it. With its citrus and pear fruits, its vanilla layer and its simple, fresh structure, this is great to drink now.",Les Vaillons Premier Cru,30,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Moillard 2005 Les Vaillons Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2005-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2005,Moillard
,Red,US,"Despite its excellent fruit sources (Les Collines, Pepper Bridge and Seven Hills) this fails to stand out from the pack. Flavors are generic and already feeling a bit tired, with mixed red fruits, raisins and baking spice. The tannins carry a bit of roughness through the finish.",,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Patit Creek Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patit-creek-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Patit Creek Cellars
13.5,White,Australia,"A new line of wines, the NXG Chardonnay represents a solid value, with abundant aromatics of citrus, flowers and anise and reasonably complex flavors to match. It's medium- to full-bodied, but kept in balance by decent acidity and hints at minerality on the finish.",NXG,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Next Generation 2005 NXG Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/next-generation-2005-nxg-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Next Generation
14,Red,South Africa,"With aromas of cinnamon, chocolate, cigar and plum, this wine promises to be interesting. For the most part, it delivers, with flavors of pert, peppery fruit, spice, and toasted oak. The finish is smooth and elegant, but faint. Overall, a full-bodied, flavorful wine that would pair well with meats and pastas.",,17,86,Robertson,,,Rietvallei Estate Wine 2004 Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rietvallei-estate-wine-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2004,Rietvallei Estate Wine
13.9,White,South Africa,"Strong citrus aromas and flavors—predominately lemon—permeate this offering from De Wetshof. There's some cream on the nose, too, joined by mild spice tones on the palate. It finishes clean with little bother. Simple but appetizing.",Bon Vallon,16,86,Robertson,,,De Wetshof 2005 Bon Vallon Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetshof-2005-bon-vallon-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2005,De Wetshof
13.5,Red,Italy,"Dusty and a bit leathery on the nose, but there's fruit enough on the palate, fleshing out with black cherry and plum flavors and picking up touches of tobacco on the finish. At 80% Sangiovese and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it's a harmonious blend designed to introduce new drinkers to Tuscan wines.",Il Ducale,20,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2003 Il Ducale Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2003-il-ducale-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Ruffino
,Red,US,"Lone Canary's Mike Scott has found some at the Milbrandt Vineyards, and this well-crafted bottle shows that the grape has some potential in Washington. Tart, sour cherry flavors are right up front in this young wine, which doesn't hide its sharp acids. Balanced with flavors of cherry and strawberry and no significant impact from the oak barrels, it's a good choice for those who like their wines racy and tart.",,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lone Canary 2005 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lone-canary-2005-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2005,Lone Canary
,White,France,"Well-crafted, this wine has good, fresh fruit with clean acidity and a well-balanced thread of wood. The whole is poised, crisp and light.",Signature Chardonnay,,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Maison Champy 2005 Signature Chardonnay  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2005-signature-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2005,Maison Champy
,Red,US,"In this lighter vintage, the winery's Merlot-dominated Bordeaux blend is showing sweet red cherry fruit front and center. The acids taste a little chalky in the back of the mouth, and the fruit doesn't carry much weight or authority for a wine in this price range.",Big Sky Cuvée,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saviah 2004 Big Sky Cuvée Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2004-big-sky-cuvee-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Saviah
,Red,US,"Somehow this seems tilted a bit too much toward the flavors of oak, perhaps because half of the barrels were new American. The scent and flavor of concentrated licorice is overwhelming, submerging the rather light flavors of the Syrah, and giving this a feeling of being a one-trick (and one note) pony.",Barrel Select,26,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vin du Lac 2004 Barrel Select Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-lac-2004-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Vin du Lac
13,Red,France,"Fresh and juicy, this is a light, raspberry fruit wine, only lightly touched by dry tannins. The acidity is there to give  structure. From a single vineyard within the Villages appellation of Nuits-Saint-Georges.",Les Saint Juliens,45,86,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Maison Champy 2004 Les Saint Juliens  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2004-saint-juliens-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Maison Champy
13.5,Red,Australia,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (55%), Shiraz (20%), Cabernet Franc (15%) and Merlot (10%) features inviting aromas of cherries, cola, dried spices and vanilla. The flavors are similar, but with more accent on strident red cherries and cranberries, finishing crisp and firm. Drink now–2010.",Bells & Whistles,19,86,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,St Mary's 2004 Bells & Whistles Red (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-marys-2004-bells-whistles-red-limestone-coast/,Red Blend,2004,St Mary's
,Red,Italy,"This plump, medium-bodied red makes a nice introduction to the company's style. Black cherry, chocolate and cinnamon flavors add leathery notes on the finish, yet remain clean and crisp.",Il Leo,12,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Ruffino 2004 Il Leo  (Chianti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2004-il-leo-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2004,Ruffino
14,Red,South Africa,"This wine's beautiful nose, with waves of flowers, brambly fruit and earthy, woodsy spice, makes it an enticing choice from the get-go. On the palate, ripe berries and a soft, round character with chew but no edge continue to please. An elegant, approachable wine that would pair well with roasted meat.",Prospect Hill,18,86,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2004 Prospect Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2004-prospect-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Robertson Winery
13.8,Red,South Africa,"This wine, made by respected winemaker Kevin Arnold (who has released Pecan Stream as a second label to Waterford Estate) is a balanced blend of 50% Cabernet and 42% Shiraz with some Cabernet Franc, Mourvèdre, Cinsaut and Merlot. On the nose, there's clove, chocolate and herbal notes, and on the palate, some smokiness with oak and berry. Likeable and easy to drink.",,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,Pecan Stream 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecan-stream-2004-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2004,Pecan Stream
,White,France,"From a 23-acre vineyard on the north side of the appellation, close to Volnay, this Chard is soft, ripe and easy, with fresh touches of minerality on the light almonds and green pear flavors. A delicious wine for spring and summer drinking.",Clos du Cromin,36,86,Burgundy,Meursault,,Moillard 2005 Clos du Cromin  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2005-clos-cromin-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2005,Moillard
13,Red,South Africa,"With its full raspberry flavors and enticing floral nose, this is an easy-drinking wine, flavorful yet soft. It's not terribly complex but will pair well with an array of food, most likely meat dishes. Imported by American Wine Distributors, Inc.",,9,86,Western Cape,,,Jabulani 2005 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jabulani-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Jabulani
,Red,US,"Two Best Buys in a row now for Grayson's Merlot, which constitutes a track record. The wine offers a wealth of ripe, forward blackberry, cherry and mocha flavors that are wrapped in soft, sweet tannins, and the finish is long and dry.",,10,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grayson 2005 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2005-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2005,Grayson
13.5,Red,Chile,"Solid and fresh, with full, generally clean berry aromas that are backed up by praiseworthy plum and berry flavors. It's a juicy wine with good tannic structure, and the finish is dry, toasty and a little fiery. Nice for a moderately oaked, medium-bodied red.",,12,86,Molina,,,Echeverria 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-molina/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Echeverria
,Red,France,"Dusty fruit and some bitter, extracted flavors spoil this wine. A shame, because it has the weight of black fruits, but they seem to rest uneasily with the off flavors. It's also rather austere for a Chambolle.",Les Borniques Premier Cru,87,86,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Frederic Magnien 2004 Les Borniques Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2004-borniques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Frederic Magnien
14.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly roasted and rubbery, with basic Merlot aromas of plums, berries and bramble bush. The palate runs sort of sweet, with round plum and blackberry flavors. And on the finish you may find some licorice and chocolate to make things more complex.",Reserva,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2005 Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2005-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2005,Caliterra
,White,US,"Deep green-gold, this buttery, slightly oxidized wine veers toward flavors of banana and has been given the heavy American oak treatment. The flavors have not entirely knit together and may not have a lot of time left to do so.",,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Cave B
14,Red,Chile,"Fairly potent and full-bodied, with dark fruit aromas made interesting by hints of leather and earth. The acidity on this wine is up there, so the fruit takes on a zesty red-berry quality as it crosses your palate. And on the finish there's light vanilla and a slight sense of creaminess.",Reserva,11,87,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2005 Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2005-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2005,TerraNoble
12.5,Red,Italy,"One of my favorite Merlots at this price point, this vineyard-designate red boasts a plethora of tender, delicate aromas that recall cassis, forest berry, blue flowers and exotic spice. No wood is used so the vibrant fruit really shows. A smooth and feminine wine with medium length and intensity but plenty of elegance.",Le Marsure,14,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Teresa Raiz 2005 Le Marsure Merlot (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2005-le-marsure-merlot-venezia-giulia/,Merlot,2005,Teresa Raiz
13.8,White,US,"Wildhurst has been producing one of the best SBs at this price point in California, and this one continues the beat. It's dry and acidic, with zesty citrus, gooseberry, fig and melon flavors that finish in a swirl of rich, crushed brown spices.",Reserve,11,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Wildhurst 2005 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhurst-2005-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Wildhurst
14.3,White,US,"Rich, ripe and oaky, maybe too oaky, with a mèlange of tropical fruit, peach and pear flavors that are well ripened and a little soft in acidity. The oak takes over in the form of sweet woodsap and vanilla char, through the spicy, oaky finish.",,37,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Pride Mountain
14.5,Red,Chile,"A little heavier and more savory than some, as it lacks that in-your-face zap that some Chilean Cabs possess. Still, it's a very nice rendition with cassis, blackberry and some green herbs on the palate. Along the way you may encounter interesting notes of salami, black olive and fennel.",Single Vineyard Reserve,17,87,Maipo Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Single Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-single-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Valdivieso
13.9,White,South Africa,"A zippy tropical fruit character firmly places this wine in the South African Cape, but it also features an elegant degree of French oak, which adds a touch of creaminess. The finish is slightly racy and the overall feel dry, but there's enough weight here to make it more than just merely fun.",Estate,22,87,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 2005 Estate Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-2005-estate-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2005,Waterford
13,Red,Portugal,"The second wine from the Quinta de Roriz, an estate managed and marketed by the Symington family. This blend of the classic Port varieties is a good, fresh, attractively balanced wine, slightly lean but with some fine tannins, and fresh acidity. The finish is full of fresh red berries.",Prazo de Roriz,15,87,Douro,,,Quinta de Roriz 2005 Prazo de Roriz Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-2005-prazo-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2005,Quinta de Roriz
,Red,France,"Densely textured and perfumed, this has flavors of red plums, soft acidity and layered dry tannins. It's a wine that could stand some aging, but is definitely ready to drink.",Les Malconsorts Premier Cru,70,87,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2004 Les Malconsorts Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2004-malconsorts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Patriarche Père et Fils
14.3,White,US,"Miner has been doing one of the better jobs at non-Carneros Napa Chardonnay, and this pleasant wine continues that ride. It's a bit soft and earthy, but has rich pear and peach flavors and lots of toasty new oak.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Miner
14,Red,Chile,"Here's a value-priced Cab with enough black-fruit aromas and depth to bring it to the next level. The palate is a bit charred and chocolaty, with blackberry as the lead flavor. Almost heavy and meaty, but not at all overstuffed and clumsy. What affordable Chilean Cab is all about.",Santa Digna Reserve,10,87,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2004 Santa Digna Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2004-santa-digna-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Miguel Torres
12.5,Red,France,"The firm tannins typical of Nuits-Saint-Georges are certainly here, along with some new wood and spice. A foursquare wine, showing some fruit, but more tannin. The aftertaste is dry, but lifted with some acidity.",,56,87,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Michel Gros 2004  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
13,Red,France,"Earthy and initially animal, this wine lacks freshness. The tannins are important here, while the fruit only appears after the wine has been in the mouth for several moments. Being charitable, this is young; being less so, it is badly old-fashioned.",Le Très Girard,47,87,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils 2004 Le Très Girard  (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-magnien-fils-2004-le-tres-girard-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils
13.5,Red,France,"Heavily weighted towards tannins, here's a wine that gains its power from the richness of 2003. It is big, densely compacted and firm, a wine that is solidly built around the black plums and berries.",,48,87,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Château de Marsannay 2003  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marsannay-2003-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2003,Château de Marsannay
13.5,White,South Africa,"Tropical fruit and herbal notes comprise this well-balanced, lively wine. Citrus and spice linger on the palate and the wine has more complexity than many of its SB cohorts. Ideal with shellfish.",,19,87,Stellenbosch,,,Delaire 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaire-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Delaire
13.5,Red,Portugal,"A firm, very straightforward wine that shows dark tannins, juicy black fruits and an impressive structure. It opens well, with powered intensity and refreshing acidity that balances the richness.",Reserva,23,87,Douro,,,Burmester 2004 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burmester-2004-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Burmester
,Red,France,"There's some red berry fruits, along with some firm dry fruit tannins, but it's the smoky wood tastes that seem to dominate. The finish is firm, a touch bitter, but there is also a residual sweetness.",Les Damodes Premier Cru,67,87,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Labouré-Roi 2004 Les Damodes Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2004-damodes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Labouré-Roi
13.5,White,Australia,"This weighty blend of mixed tropical fruit and citrus ably answers the call for fresh fruit, unadorned by oak. Balanced and fresh, this would be a nice wine to sip on its own at the start of a meal.",Unwooded,15,87,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Wise 2005 Unwooded Chardonnay (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-2005-unwooded-chardonnay-pemberton/,Chardonnay,2005,Wise
14.1,Red,US,"Vista Verde hasn't been my favorite Williams Selyem Pinot over the years. The '03 was a real disappointment. The '04 is better, a firmly structured wine, with tannins and acids that support ripe black cherry and cola fruit. It's a bit rustic, but has the stuffing to improve for a few years.",Vista Verde Vineyard,49,87,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2004 Vista Verde Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-vista-verde-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
13.7,White,Australia,"Smoky and nutty on the nose, this will hook fans of oaky Chardonnay. Citrus and acacia blossom notes add nuance to this medium-bodied Chardonnay; it's a bit dominated by oak but seems to have the material to support it—at least in the short term. Drink now.",Rockbank Vineyard,17,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Camelback 2005 Rockbank Vineyard Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelback-2005-rockbank-vineyard-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2005,Camelback
15.1,Red,US,"If it wasn't for the overripeness in this wine, it would be a fantastic Merlot. But there it is, raisins and heat from 15-plus alcohol. If you can get around that, it's soft, smooth and voluptuous, dry and rich in black and red cherry pie, violet, mocha and spicy flavors. Best now.",,34,87,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Bravante 2003 Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravante-2003-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,2003,Bravante
13.5,Red,Italy,"Unmistakably fruity on the nose, this mellow and fresh Merlot is full of red berry fruit, blueberry, cassis and red rock candy. It's a clean and compact package with beautiful brilliance to its ruby color and a sour note on the mid-palate. From a territory that the producer describes as “both Alpine and Mediterranean.”",,12,87,,Alto Adige,,Peter Zemmer 2005 Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-zemmer-2005-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2005,Peter Zemmer
14.2,Red,US,"Without the bright acidity of Merry's '04 Sonoma Coast Pinot, this is a less interesting wine. It has rich flavors of cola, cherries, plums and earth, but is a little on the soft side. In a hot vintage like 2004, the cooler Coast does better than the warmer Russian River. And vice versa in a cool year. Drink now.",,36,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Merry Edwards
12.5,Red,France,"This is not a premier cru, but a single vineyard within the villages vineyards. Michel Gros has made a modern style, dominated by new wood; it ends up too tannic. It could soften, because there are some layers of red fruits, spice and acidity underneath. But at the moment, it needs long-term aging, or, if drunk young, decanting.",Les Chaliots,56,87,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Michel Gros 2004 Les Chaliots  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-chaliots-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
,Red,France,"This is a dense wine, solid and foursquare, not typical of Chambolle perhaps. There are plenty of fresh fruit and tannins, but they leave a somewhat one-dimensional taste. Not up to the usual standard of this talented winemaker.",,58,87,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Michel Gros 2004  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-2004-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2004,Michel Gros
14.6,White,US,"The best thing about this Chard is that refreshing Edna Valley backbone of acidity. Otherwise, it's just another ripe, oaky California Chard, with the usual tropical fruit and buttered toast flavors. But those juicy acids make it keen and vital.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Ortman Family 2005 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Ortman Family
,White,US,"Though barrel fermented and given eight months sur lie, this does not show excessive oak flavoring. Rather it has intense, forward fruit, emphasis on lime-driven citrus, accented with honeysuckle. It's still young and sharp, and finishes with a bit of heat but with food it settles down and works very well.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),à Maurice Cellars 2005 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-maurice-cellars-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2005,à Maurice Cellars
13.2,Red,US,"Dry and fruity, this is a softly-structured wine that brims with complex blackberry, plum, coffee, chocolate, soy, balsamic and white pepper flavors. It's a stylish Syrah that's at its best now.",Bassetti Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Hug 2004 Bassetti Vineyard Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hug-2004-bassetti-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,2004,Hug
13.5,Red,Chile,"TerraNoble is fast becoming one of our favorite across-the-board producers in Chile. Hardly anything this winery is making disappoints. And that goes for this powerful red that boasts rubber, leather and herbal aromas in front of sassy dark plum and black cherry flavors. Fresh and puckery now; this wine will drink well for a couple of years to come.",Reserva,11,87,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2004 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2004-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2004,TerraNoble
14,Red,Chile,"Full and dark, with meaty aromas that can't be overlooked. The palate is rich and round, teetering on lush but with enough acidity to keep it on an even keel. And the flavors of wild berries and cassis are chewy and satisfying. Starts off stronger than it finishes, but still quite good as a whole.",Reserva,13,87,Molina,,,Echeverria 2004 Reserva Merlot (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2004-reserva-merlot-molina/,Merlot,2004,Echeverria
,Red,France,"Rather dense, tannic and dusty, this wine shows a harder side of Pinot Noir. Fresh strawberry flavors appear, but the toughness dominates.",Beaux-Monts Premier Cru,75,87,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Moillard 2004 Beaux-Monts Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2004-beaux-monts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Moillard
,White,France,"This white Chardonnay from Vougeot is one of a pair of white vineyards owned by the Boisset family of Domaine de la Vougeraie – the other is Le Clos Blanc. This Clos de Prieuré is light, fresh, with flavors of soft pears, an easy wine ready to drink now.",Clos de Prieuré,69,87,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 2005 Clos de Prieuré  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-2005-clos-de-prieure-chardonnay-vougeot/,Chardonnay,2005,Domaine de la Vougeraie
,Red,New Zealand,"The price of this wine has moved up, but it's still under $20, and still represents a good value in Pinot Noir. It's medium-bodied, and like most Marlborough Pinots these days, very supple. Blends slightly mushroomy, savory components with hints of cedar and strawberry. Drink now.",,18,87,Marlborough,,,Drylands 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drylands-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Drylands
14.2,Red,US,"Unfiltered, to judge from the heavy sediment, but don't worry about it, it's a good sign, not a bad one. It's a huge Zin, not at all like those superripe soft ones with residual sugar. The tannins stick out, and so does acidity, but it's a structurally elegant wine, built along Cab lines.",Estate,25,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2004 Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2004-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Fritz
,Red,France,"Hard and with rustic flavors, here's a wine that certainly doesn't show well in its youth. Will it age? The tannins are certainly there, so it could do so, but don't open it in the next few years.",Les Saint-Georges Premier Cru,87,87,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Frederic Magnien 2004 Les Saint-Georges Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-magnien-2004-saint-georges-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2004,Frederic Magnien
13.5,Red,Portugal,"Under the watchful eye of leading Portuguese oenologist João Portugal Ramos, this blended wine adds Cabernet Sauvignon to a blend of Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz. The Cabernet changes the nature of the dry Portuguese tannins, giving a very firm, dark wine that has brooding intensity under a polished surface.",Conde de Vimioso Tinto,,87,Ribatejano,,,Falua 2005 Conde de Vimioso Tinto Red (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2005-conde-vimioso-tinto-red-ribatejano/,Portuguese Red,2005,Falua
13.5,Red,Chile,"Here's proof that Chile and Cabernet go together like birds of a feather. The wine is full of black cherry and cassis flavors, and the mouthfeel is exceedingly fresh and proper. And the vanilla and chocolate-covered espresso beans on the finish are a classy ending touch.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,9,87,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2005 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2005-casillero-diablo-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Concha y Toro
13.5,Rose,South Africa,"This is a full-bodied, refreshing rosé from Rietvallei, one of South Africa's oldest Muscadel producers. Made from 100% Cab, this is rife with fresh berry aromas and on the palate, a mixture of weight and racy citrus adds appeal. A great warm weather wine but not to be dismissed as simple.",Rosé,15,87,Robertson,,,Rietvallei Estate Wine 2006 Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rietvallei-estate-wine-2006-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Rietvallei Estate Wine
13,Red,France,"An attractive, fresh, red fruity wine, very much in the easy style of Chorey-lès-Beaune. There's some firmness from tannins, but this wine will develop easily and quickly.",,20,87,Burgundy,Chorey-lès-Beaune,,Moillard 2004  Chorey-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2004-pinot-noir-chorey-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2004,Moillard
13.5,White,Chile,"Be it whites or reds, the Santa Digna line from Miguel Torres is proving itself to offer clean, true flavors that anyone can appreciate. The SB gives off scallion and citrus aromas in front of a full palate defined by body weight and flavors of capsicum, pickle and melon rind. It's a steady, honest varietal wine.",Santa Digna Selection,10,87,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2006 Santa Digna Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2006-santa-digna-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Miguel Torres
14,Red,Chile,"A very good Merlot with positive red fruit aromas graced by some penetrating spiciness. The palate is almost creamy as it delivers red fruit flavors and mouthfilling tannins. The finish, however, is short on definition and length. Best to drink now in uncomplicated settings.",Santa Digna Reserve,12,87,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2005 Santa Digna Reserve Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2005-santa-digna-reserve-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2005,Miguel Torres
13,Red,Italy,"Here's a Merlot with a medium build that offers more fruity freshness on the nose: Notes of red berry, blueberry and cherry call out loud and clear. A firm structure and nice cherry-berry flavors leave a lasting impression in the mouth.",,9,87,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Mezzacorona 2005 Merlot (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2005-merlot-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Merlot,2005,Mezzacorona
13,Red,Italy,"The nose offers cherry, chocolate mocha and smoke backed by moist earth and white mushroom. You get a lot of great flavor for your dollar plus chewy, sweet tannins and medium length on the finish. Informal and friendly this is the kind of red wine you want handy for when friends pop over.",,9,87,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Mezzacorona 2004 Merlot (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2004-merlot-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Merlot,2004,Mezzacorona
14.5,Red,US,"There's lots to like in this Merlot, which is Merryvale's lowest priced bottling that shares much in common with its expensive ones. It has the upscale elegance of a fine Napa red, with gorgeous tannins and refined cherry marmalade, blackberry, cola, violet and earthy flavors. Drink now.",Starmont,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2003 Starmont Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-starmont-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Merryvale
13,Red,Australia,"Yarra Valley is perhaps best known as Pinot Noir country, and this wine reflects the cool climate in its layers of peppery spice that gently frame black cherry and cola flavors. Peppery and clean on the finish. Drink now–2010.",,17,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Sticks 2004 Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sticks-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Sticks
15.5,Red,US,"Rosenblum fans will happily gulp this down. It's made solidly in the winery's style, a big, concentrated, high-alcohol wine dripping with gooey, blackberry pie, chocolate and Porty flavors. In this case, fortunately, there's no residual sugar.",Annette's Reserve,35,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Annette's Reserve Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-annettes-reserve-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
14.5,Red,US,"Real nice, real smooth Cab. It's almost like a good single-malt scotch, with that light-heavy, rich, velvety mouthfeel and a tangy, iodine and peat tinge to the cherries and oak. Dry and polished. Drink now.",Grand Reserve,26,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-napa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,France,"Dark and tannic, this is a wine that has power and a dense structure. Put this dry, firm character down to youth, because there is clean, ripe red berry fruit there that needs 2–3 years to tame the tannins. The finish is dry, but there is a good lift of acidity.",Domaine du Clos Frantin Les Murots,60,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Albert Bichot 2004 Domaine du Clos Frantin Les Murots  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2004-domaine-clos-frantin-murots-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Albert Bichot
13.8,Red,US,"From an Oregon vineyard, this also contains a splash of Syrah and Cab Franc in the blend. Spicy and soft, this wine could best be described as pretty. Its light fruit flavors suggest mulberry and strawberry preserves; the alcohol is a modest 13.8%.",Birch Creel,26,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Lowden Hills 2003 Birch Creel Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lowden-hills-2003-birch-creel-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Lowden Hills
13.1,Red,US,"Decent price for a nice Merlot. It's a little light on cherry-berry fruit, but balanced and clean, with polished tannins and crisp acidity to cut through beef, veal and pork.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Happy Camper 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-camper-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Happy Camper
14,Red,Chile,"A heavy wine with savory aromas of leather, animal fur, soy and baked plums. The palate is noticeably salty and dull, while the finish offers some tannic grab along with a touch of chocolate. Limited in its virtues but not offensive.",Family Selection Gran Reserva,15,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2004 Family Selection Gran Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2004-family-selection-gran-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Luis Felipe Edwards
13.8,White,US,"Very ripe, with enormous peach, tropical fruit and apple flavors, and nicely dry and crisp. But it tastes very oaky, like toothpicks, actually, with in-your-face toasty, vanilla and honeysweet woodsap flavors that the beautiful fruit doesn't even need.",Reserve,14,83,California,Lake County,Lake County,Wildhurst 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhurst-2005-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Wildhurst
,Red,France,"Fresh and light, this is a pleasant fruity drink, with some tannins, but mainly with red currants and crisp acidity. The aftertaste is soft, almost sweet.",Maximum Pinot Noir,14,82,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Labouré-Roi 2005 Maximum Pinot Noir  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2005-maximum-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2005,Labouré-Roi
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Most houses declared 1947 instead, but this '48 is beautiful to taste now. Starts off almost meaty or coffee-like, then shows more plum and prune notes, while delicate herb and floral notes emerge only after prolonged aeration. It's richly textured in the mouth, with a seamless mouthfeel and no alcohol evident amid the dense, chocolaty flavors. Drink or hold.",Vintage,,98,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1948 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1948-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1948,Taylor Fladgate
14.5,Red,US,"Here's an extraordinary wine to add to your cellar collection. It's a guaranteed ager. Supported by rich, sturdy tannins, it shows a firm, dry mouthfeel and deep flavors of blackberries, with a seamless hem of toasty oak. So balanced, so powerful and elegant, it's at the top of its class, and proves that the floor of the Napa Valley can produce great Cabernet. Drink now–2020.",,70,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Caymus 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caymus-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Caymus
12.5,Dessert,Austria,"A blend of Chardonnay, Weissburgunder and Welschriesling, this is one of the top vintages from Ernst Triebaumer. A huge weight botrytis, though fresh with Asian spice and lychee flavors. Orange peel adds to the rich complexity of this wine.",Ruster Ausbruch,69,93,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2004 Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2004-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2004,Ernst Triebaumer
14.3,Red,US,"You want a dramatic young, ageworthy Cab? Here it is. Totally immature, because of the tight tannins. Completely dry. Lots of fresh sweet oak. Not drinkable at all now, but what a core of fruit. Huge blackberry, cherry and cassis flavors, just waiting to emerge, and they will. Hold until 2010, then drink for a decade.",Reserve,50,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Emilio's Terrace 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilios-terrace-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Emilio's Terrace
8,White,Germany,"Leesy and minerally, but there's also plenty of fruit to go alongside, ranging from lime custard to ripe melons and pears. This is medium-bodied, ripe and rich, but balanced by exquisite acidity and minerality. The mouth-tingling finish is long, imbued with great energy.",Erdener Treppchen Kabinett,22,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Erdener Treppchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-erdener-treppchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
14.5,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo took all the sun and heat 2003 had to offer and processed it into heady cassis, plum and chocolate flavors and aromas. It's very rich and ripe, a total New Worlder in every way. But if that's your style, then this is sure to please. Drink now through 2009. It's not for long-term aging.",Colección Privada,46,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2003 Colección Privada  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2003-coleccion-privada-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Sierra Cantabria
,Red,US,"Quiotee's Lair is named for one of winemaker Greg Sander's children. A special selection from the estate vineyard, planted in 1980, it is a low-yield (one ton per acre), own-rooted, Pommard clone pinot of exceptional power. Oaky, leathery, earthy flavors with a potent resinous scent recall a certain illicit weed. Finally, the wine slides into a finish loaded with chocolate, coffee and butterscotch. There's nothing subtle here, but plenty to like.",Quiotee's Lair,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,White Rose 2004 Quiotee's Lair Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-rose-2004-quiotees-lair-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,White Rose
13.9,Red,US,"For years Martini's best Cabernet has been from Monte Rosso, but it's ironic that this Napa Valley icon's second best Cab is the Alexander Valley Reserve. The wine is beautifully soft and rich, with ripe black currant, cherry and chocolate flavors that are perfectly drinkable now.",Reserve,35,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Louis M. Martini 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Louis M. Martini
,Red,US,"Cuvée Giselle is the top four barrels from the vintage; essentially the winery's reserve. It's not always easy to spot the difference that the winemaker, who tastes the barrels almost daily, has observed. This is an excellent wine, though to my taste the Family Estate bottling showed even more concentration. Here there is more of the pine resin, perhaps more elegance and structure, but less of the sharp acid and pristine fruit.",Cuvée Giselle,55,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lachini 2004 Cuvée Giselle Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2004-cuvee-giselle-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lachini
14.7,Red,US,"Not quite in the same league as the winery's Star Vineyard or Oroppas bottlings, but then, they cost a lot more. This one shows a mountain quality to the tight, firm tannins and intensely ripe core of blackberry fruit. Pretty good Cab, and should age well for ten years.",,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,St. Clement
13.9,White,US,"Crispness and minerals are the key to understanding this elegant wine. It has peaches, apples, mangoes and plenty of charry oak, but so do many California Chards. What makes it special is the bright, steely hardness, a flinty character that cries out for food, such as Ahi tuna tartare on a buttery, garlicky crostini.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Girard 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Girard
13.9,Red,US,"There's not a lot of Pinot grown in this cool Salinas Valley appellation because most of the grapes are white, but judging from this wine, there should be. It has the medium-bodied, silky texture and crisp acids you want in a fine Pinot, as well as flavorful cherry, cola, raspberry, coffee and spice flavors that lead to a dry, polished aftertaste.",Cedar Lane Vineyard,29,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Hug 2005 Cedar Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hug-2005-cedar-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2005,Hug
13.5,White,Australia,"Penfolds high-end Chardonnay seems to be settling into stride, less marked by oak than in its earliest incarnations and showing more restrained fruit as well. Melon and citrus flavors are accented by hints of pencilly oak on the long finish. Good now, but should also be capable of aging a few years.",Yattarna,65,90,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Penfolds 2003 Yattarna Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-yattarna-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2003,Penfolds
14,Red,Argentina,"If you like a burly, colorful red with a ton of fruit, oak and power, then give this Argentinean bruiser a try. The nose exudes warm aromas of tight-grained oak and berry compote, while the massive palate hits like a ton of bricks on the way to a chocolaty, tannic tail. Some may say it's overdone, but if you've tried more than a few Bonarda you'll peg this as the real deal.",Limited Edition,22,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2003 Limited Edition Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2003-limited-edition-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2003,Nieto Senetiner
14.4,Red,Australia,"Veteran winemaker Nick Goldschmidt is based in Healdsburg, California, as head of winemaking for Allied Domecq, but manages to find enough time to turn out this fine example of McLaren Vale Shiraz. The texture is lush and creamy, while the flavors run the gamut from dark mixed fruit to chocolate and spice. It firms up a bit on the finish, so while this is approachable now, it should easily age through 2015.",,25,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Forefathers 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Forefathers
14.2,White,US,"One thing about PG is that, no matter whether it's oaked or not, the best ones need a cool climate. That's just what the grapes got here. The racy acidity is preserved, while long hang time gives ripe fruit and spice flavors. In this case, there's a touch of oak and lees, which adds layers to this delicious, complex white wine.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacMurray Ranch 2005 Pinot Gris (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Gris,2005,MacMurray Ranch
14.7,White,US,"Lincourt is the second label of Foley, a major force in Santa Rita Hills, and this county-wide bottling shows a lot of class and finesse. It's a Chablis-type Chard, totally dry, high in acidity, with a mineral, metallic quality to the peach flavors. The finish is so rich and complex. What a great food wine.",,15,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lincourt 2005 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Lincourt
14,Red,Australia,"Despite the name, only 10 barrels of this wine were made in the difficult 2003 vintage. It's round and full, soft but not completely lacking structure. Lush cassis and chocolate flavors firm up a bit on the finish, adding hints of dried spices and cedar. Drink now-2015.",Fifteen Barrels,40,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2003 Fifteen Barrels Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2003-fifteen-barrels-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tapestry
15.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a very attractive, fleshy wine with deep layers of fudge, chocolate and succulent black cherry. You'll also be pleasantly surprised by the firm mouthfeel, chewy tannins and rich red fruit flavor. Grapes are slightly appassiti, or dried before being pressed; the wine sees 14 months of oak.",Domvs Caia Riserva,35,90,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Stefano Ferrucci 2003 Domvs Caia Riserva  (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-ferrucci-2003-domvs-caia-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2003,Stefano Ferrucci
13.5,Red,Italy,"San Patrignano is among Romagna's best and most respected producers and offers Bordeaux-inspired wines like this succulent Cabernet (with smaller percentages of Merlot and Cabernet Franc). The nose is rich with leather, vanilla, moist earth, coffee and licorice but there's enough ripe black red fruit to keep it fresh and lively. A beautiful Cabernet from a hot vintage and enologist Riccardo Cotarella.",Montepirolo,38,90,Central Italy,Colli di Rimini,,San Patrignano 2003 Montepirolo Red (Colli di Rimini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-patrignano-2003-montepirolo-red-colli-rimini/,Red Blend,2003,San Patrignano
14.5,White,US,"Really rich; a big, oaky Chardonnay that works because it's so balanced. Reams of ripe tropical fruits, gingerbread, vanilla custard, buttered toast, the works, and it's all framed in fine, citrusy acids.",Liebler Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2004 Liebler Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-liebler-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2004,Clos La Chance
10,White,Germany,"On the big side, with fairly high alcohol and not as much residual sugar as most of this vintage's auslesen. There's apple, melon and citrus, but the fruit is relegated to the background behind layers of spice and minerality. Finishes with hints of white pepper and anise.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,35,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
15,Red,Italy,"Definitely on the lush, ripe side, this wine has thick aromas of black chocolate fudge, cherry liquor and espresso bean. In fact, the wine's flavors recall a dark chocolate cake with cherry filling. The wine has firm tannins, succulence and good persistency.",Pietramora Riserva,40,90,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Fattoria Zerbina 2003 Pietramora Riserva  (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-zerbina-2003-pietramora-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2003,Fattoria Zerbina
13.5,White,Australia,"McLaren Vale isn't known for Riesling the same way as the Clare or Eden Valleys are, but this effort is a strong one, showing hints of nectarine and tangerine alongside slatey, minerally components. Finishes long and steely, but cushioned just the right amount by ripe fruit. Drink now, although this might age for a few years.",,15,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2006 Riesling (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2006-riesling-mclaren-vale/,Riesling,2006,Tapestry
13.5,Red,Australia,"This is a medium-bodied, well structured Cabernet that looks set to reward at least 3–4 years of cellaring. It already shows a complex array of flavors, ranging from coffee, leather and earth to plum, blackberry and dried spices. It just needs some time for the firm tannins to soften.",Book Ends,20,90,Western Australia,Great Southern,,West Cape Howe 2004 Book Ends Cabernet Sauvignon (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2004-book-ends-cabernet-sauvignon-great-southern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,West Cape Howe
11,Dessert,Austria,"“Weisser Riesling” is Burgenland's name for Riesling, and this Beerenauslese has much of the intense but delicate flavors of this great grape. There is tons of acidity, and the botrytis and sweetness play only a part of the fine shape and taste of this fresh wine.",Weisser Riesling Beerenauslese,29,90,Neusiedlersee,,,Leitner 2005 Weisser Riesling Beerenauslese Riesling (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leitner-2005-weisser-riesling-beerenauslese-neusiedlersee/,Riesling,2005,Leitner
9,White,Germany,"In an attempt to unclutter the label, this wine no longer features the vineyard name, which is the Wormser Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstück. It's medium-bodied, but with a crisp backbone to support the ripe green apple, lime and flower green notes. Long and minerally on the finish.",Estate Kabinett,18,90,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2005 Estate Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2005-estate-kabinett-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,P.J. Valckenberg
13.9,Red,US,"Shows lots of elegant, cool-climate Pinot character in the silky texture, crisp acids and extremely ripe cherry, raspberry, root beer and Asian spice flavors that finish long. Delicious with grilled salmon or lamb chops.",,24,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Mahoney
14.5,White,US,"Here's a big, bright Chard notable for the purity of its acid-driven fruit. Kiwis, limes, pineapples, sweet lemongrass and peach are enriched by lees aging in new oak, leading to an impressively rich, dry finish.",,32,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2005 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Perbacco Cellars
14.5,White,US,"There's a rich, deep earthiness flowing underneath the fruit that's reminiscent of cured tobacco, a sweetly resinous note that complexes the pineapples and guavas. Add oaky creaminess and char, and you've got a really good Chardonnay.",Biagini Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2004 Biagini Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-biagini-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2004,Clos La Chance
,Red,US,"Classic Raymond, a soft, elegant Cabernet the equal of wines costing much more. With a smooth, velvety mouthfeel, it has flavors of blackberries, coffee, herbs and sweet new oak, and finishes very dry. Keep it for a year or two and it will be better.",Reserve,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Raymond
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Right off the bat you can tell this is a smooth, balanced, modern Cabernet because the bouquet pushes fruit, richness and spice in equal amounts. Alluring and dark on the palate, with cassis, olive and chocolate flavors. A masculine wine that doesn't tread lightly. From Montes out of Chile.",Ultra,25,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2004 Ultra Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2004-ultra-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Kaiken
13.5,Red,Italy,"Deep and layered with some barnyard or Band-Aid that doesn't distract from a solid core of ripe cherry, red fruit, coffee, toast and vanilla bean. I liked the toasted notes that add dimension and softness. This is a wine that would pair well with braised lamb.",Il Poggio Riserva,40,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 2001 Il Poggio Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2001-il-poggio-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2001,Castello di Monsanto
14.2,Red,US,"Very ripe and forward, with flashy cherry, blackberry and cocoa flavors that lead to a long, spicy finish. It's a soft, slightly earthy wine, rich and balanced, with lots of layered complexity.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Forefathers 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Forefathers
14.3,Red,US,"There's an aroma leading into this Pinot that seems bretty and leathery. In the mouth, it turns dry and complex, with a silky texture framing complex cherry, cola, pomegranate and rhubarb flavors that testify to its cool-climate origins. The finish is dry and balanced. Best to decant for a few hours to let the off aromas blow away.",Barrel Select,50,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2004 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2004-barrel-select-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foley
14.4,White,US,"Soliloquy's always a good wine. In recent years, it's better than ever. The grapes on the 2005, sourced from Oakville, are 100% Sauvignon Blanc. The Musqué clone gives an exotic lemongrass mousse taste. While the wine is fully dry, it has a rich, honeyed finish, like vanilla sorbet.",Soliloquy,25,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Flora Springs 2005 Soliloquy Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2005-soliloquy-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Flora Springs
8,White,Germany,"Zesty lime notes anchor the bouquet, which touches on green apple and spring flowers as well. Green apple, crushed stone and lime flavors are crisp and sharply focused without being lean or angular.",Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett,22,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-urziger-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
11.5,Dessert,Italy,"Luminous and amber-colored, here is a dessert wine made from fragrant Moscato grapes that were intentionally left to over-ripen both on the vine and on drying mats. This process helps develop deeply etched notes of honey, dried flowers and nuts. The wine is creamy and smooth with well-balanced acidity.",Moscato Passito Villa Monticelli,,90,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barberani 2004 Moscato Passito Villa Monticelli Moscato (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2004-moscato-passito-villa-monticelli-muscat-moscato-umbria/,Moscato,2004,Barberani
14.5,Red,Australia,"An excellent wine at an excellent price, this Shiraz combines complex scents of underbrush and spice with bright cherry aromas, then adds richness and weight on the palate. The long, concentrated finish picks up hints of warm dark chocolate.",,20,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Brick Road 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brick-road-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Brick Road
14.5,Red,US,"Textbook Dry Creek Zin. The wine is dry, ripe and tannic, with briary, wild raspberry and cherry flavors and an earthy herb quality with suggestions of espresso, thyme, lavender, soy, balsamic and smoky leather. It's one of the most elegant Zins out there, although it never loses Zin's basically rustic nature.",Dry Creek Selection,26,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Dry Creek Selection Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-dry-creek-selection-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Gary Farrell
13.5,Red,US,"Shows the delicate softness of Alexander Valley Cabernet, with the elegance that good viticulture and winemaking can bring to wine. This is a really drinkable Cabernet, but it's not a simple one. Shows layers of complexity in the way the ripe fruit, oak, tannins and acids all play off each other.",Reserve,24,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Frei Brothers 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Frei Brothers
10.5,Dessert,Austria,Astonishingly young. There is a freshness and lift to it that shows the impressive ageability of an eiswein. Clean honey and orange peel flavors blend well with the sweetness.,Eiswein,,90,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Proidl 1999 Eiswein White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proidl-1999-eiswein-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,1999,Proidl
13,White,Australia,"Nicely balanced and harmonious, this is elegantly wrought, blended from cool portions of Victoria. Floral notes serve to accent the apple, melon and mineral aromas and flavors, finishing with good length. Drink now–2015.",,20,90,Victoria,Victoria,,Mount Langi Ghiran 2005 Riesling (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-langi-ghiran-2005-riesling-victoria/,Riesling,2005,Mount Langi Ghiran
9.5,White,Germany,,Bernkasteler Graben Spätlese,26,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Bernkasteler Graben Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-bernkasteler-graben-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
13.1,White,US,"Try this next time you're looking for something rich like a Chardonnay, streamlined like a Sauvignon Blanc, but different. It has the creamy opulence of Chard, with honeyed melon, pineapple and peach custard flavors. Yet there's firm acidity and a minerally core that gives the wine backbone.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2005 Pinot Gris (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Claiborne & Churchill
,White,Austria,"Bernhard Ott is a Grüner Veltliner specialist, with 90% of his vineyard planted to Austria's national white varietal. This single vineyard wine is a lilting, dancing wine, with delicious green apple flavors layered with spice. Drink now, or age for 2-3 years.",Rosenberg,15,90,Donauland,,,Bernhard Ott 2005 Rosenberg Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernhard-ott-2005-rosenberg-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Bernhard Ott
,Red,US,"Sokol Blosser's commitment to sustainable, near-biodynamic vineyard practices is yielding clear cut results. This lovely effort has more detail, more well-defined nuances, than almost any other Oregon Pinot in this relatively modest price range. True Pinot character shines through, balanced elegantly on natural acid, with a tight core of spice, cola, mocha and mixed red fruits. Likeable but restrained now, it should age nicely over the next half decade or so.",,29,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Sokol Blosser 2004 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sokol Blosser
11,Dessert,Austria,"From botrytized grapes picked at the first frost on November 25, 2005, this is intensely sweet. But--as with all good Eiswein--it is poised on a knife-edge with acidity as intense as the sweetness. This is a fine, elegant wine, which will repay cellaring for at least three years.",Eiswein Vom,,90,Kremstal,,,Türk 2005 Eiswein Vom Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turk-2005-eiswein-vom-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Türk
7.5,White,Germany,"Sweet, rich and creamy, this is an easy-to-enjoy auslese that packs in the flavor. Poached apples and pears pick up hints of clove, cinnamon and vanilla, and end on a ripe citrus note that's best described as tangerine. Imported by Schmitt-Sohne Inc.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese **,40,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Markus Molitor 2005 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese ** Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2005-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Markus Molitor
14.9,Red,US,"Provenance has carved out a niche as the affordable upscale Napa wine, and although prices on the Oakville are creeping up, it's still a relative bargain. The wine has that ultra-fancy mouthfeel, as soft as velvet, packed with complex Cabernet fruit and finished with lots of toasty new oak. Too soft for aging, it's beautiful now.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,50,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Provenance Vineyards 2003 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2003-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Provenance Vineyards
14.3,Red,US,"More tannic than the usual Napa Cab, drier and earthier too, but it's nice to have something different. In fact, the balance and harmony are positively Bordeaux-esque. This is a Cabernet that won't swamp food and won't pall after two sips.",Eakle Ranch Reserve,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2003 Eakle Ranch Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2003-eakle-ranch-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pope Valley Winery
11,Dessert,Austria,"Very aromatic, this wine revels in its layers of fresh tropical fruits, acidity and botrytis. It is rich but at the same time fresh and crisp.",Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 2,67,90,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 2 Welschriesling (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-zwischen-den-seen-trockenbeerenauslese-nummer-2-other-white-welschriesling-neusiedlersee/,Welschriesling,2004,Kracher
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Lush up front and full of cinnamon, sandalwood and blackberry aromas. The palate offers up plum, cassis and blackberry, and overall this wine seems to be the most fruit-forward and intense of Achaval Ferrer's three single-vineyard ultrapremium Malbecs. It's literally a bonanza of dark fruit and flesh.",Finca Mirador,112,90,Mendoza Province,Medrano,,Achaval-Ferrer 2004 Finca Mirador Malbec (Medrano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2004-finca-mirador-malbec-medrano/,Malbec,2004,Achaval-Ferrer
14.3,Red,US,"Foley, one of Santa Rita Hills' leading wineries, is having fun with Pinot, releasing various bottlings that reflect terroir and clones. Their 667 bottling is a terrific wine. It shows the cleanness and purity of this Dijon clone, with the appellation's ability to ripen fruit to cherried richness while maintaining dryness.",Dijon Clone 667,45,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2004 Dijon Clone 667 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2004-dijon-clone-667-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foley
13,Red,Italy,"Here's a nicely aged Riserva Montepulciano (it sees ten months in oak) that oozes darkness: dark burgundy in color with blackberry, plum, black cherry, tar, mocha-fudge and exotic spice aromas. Built like a rock: it's plush and concentrated in the mouth with tight tannins.",Opis,33,90,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane,,Farnese 2001 Opis  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2001-opis-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo-colline-teramane/,Montepulciano,2001,Farnese
14.4,Red,US,"This vineyard needs heat to ripen. In a cool vintage like 2000, it can be tart. But 2004 was a very warm year, and the wine shows unctuous cherry pie, cola,  rhubarb and spiced rum punch flavors balanced by dependably crisp acidity. It's a very dry wine, and should hold and improve for five years.",Starr Ridge Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Starr Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-starr-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gary Farrell
,Red,US,"Very much a crowd-pleaser, this begins with full, in-your-face aromas of vanilla and ripe fruits. It's supremely smooth, supple and polished—no rough edges here. The fruit is a forward, lovely mix of berries, dried cherries and light spice. The barrel flavors deliver a delicious mix of vanilla, mocha and toast.",Winery Hill Vineyard,75,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Domaine Serene 2004 Winery Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2004-winery-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Serene
14,Red,France,"“Schist” is the soil for this wine. Old vine Syrah, Grenache and Carignan give a dusty, tannic structure to the biodynamically grown fruit, which is packed with pure acidity and flavors of herbs and black plum skins.",Les Schistes,16,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,Borie la Vitarelle 2004 Les Schistes Red (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borie-vitarelle-2004-schistes-red-saint-chinian/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Borie la Vitarelle
,Sparkling,France,"The prestige cuvee from Nicolas Feuillatte is a 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, reveling in its richness, and toast character, ripe flavors with almonds and pears together with soft acidity. This is generous, soft and ready to drink.",Palmes d'Or Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 1997 Palmes d'Or Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-1997-palmes-dor-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Nicolas Feuillatte
14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese is blended with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah to produce a finely layered red wine redolent of espresso bean, licorice, mint and toast. The mouthfeel is long-lasting with cherry flavors and firm tannins. A surprise hit from Romagna.",Marzieno Rosso,45,91,Central Italy,Romagna,,Fattoria Zerbina 2001 Marzieno Rosso Red (Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-zerbina-2001-marzieno-rosso-red-romagna/,Red Blend,2001,Fattoria Zerbina
8,White,Germany,"The bouquet of apple, pear, citrus and honey become more minerally and complex with air, developing into a delicate interplay of tree fruit, honeyed sweetness and a hint of petrol on the palate. Long on the finish, where it hints at mild citrus, such as tangerine.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese,40,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
14.9,Red,US,"Peppery and acidic and dry. That's the first impression you get of this wine. Then the tannins lock in. Last but not least is the raspberry and cherry fruit, with tobacco and wild herb complexities. It's the Cabernet of Zinfandels, elegant and rich and complex, a real white tablecloth red wine, and it should age well for five years.",Bradford Mountain,36,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Bradford Mountain Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-bradford-mountain-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Gary Farrell
8,Dessert,Austria,"The exotic flavors of Gelber Muskateller, all the spice and fresh acidity lychees, make this an immediately enticing wine. With its vibrant, primary flavors, it is hugely enjoyable.",Eiswein,,91,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2005 Eiswein Gelber Muskateller (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2005-eiswein-other-white-gelber-muskateller-kamptal/,Gelber Muskateller,2005,Bründlmayer
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Fairly well roasted and beefy, with dark-fruit aromas and a strong hint of chocolate on the nose. The palate is international in personality, meaning developed berry flavors are blended with oak-based toast and chocolate. It really spreads its wings on the finish, and should drink nicely for another three years.",Ultra,25,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2004 Ultra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2004-ultra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Kaiken
8,White,Germany,,Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese,31,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2005 Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2005-trittenheimer-apotheke-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Grans-Fassian
,Sparkling,France,"Already, this is a mature wine, and it's delicious. The aromas of toasted brioches and dry fruits confirm this. So does the palate, a layered toasty, nutty wine, with mature acidity and vanilla. Drink now, it's ready.",Gold Label Brut,55,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson 1997 Gold Label Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-1997-gold-label-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Lanson
14.5,Red,Australia,"This lush, full-bodied Shiraz-Grenache features ripe blackberry and black cherry flavors, framed by plenty of vanilla, cedar and spice. It's opulent and rich without being too heavy, with a long finish that adds hints of cinnamon, clove and mocha. The blend is 65% Shiraz, 35% Grenache. Drink now-2010.",,17,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek 2004 Shiraz-Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2004-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Grenache,2004,Fox Creek
15,Red,Australia,"Defines the modern Oz fruit-bomb style, offering scents of blueberry liqueur alongside hints of vanilla and smoke before exploding on the palate with incredibly luscious, ripe fruit. Full-bodied and creamy-textured, this is a big wine at 15% alcohol, but it shows no sign of heat. Drink now-2012.",The Bull and the Bear,55,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2004 The Bull and the Bear Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2004-bull-bear-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Two Hands
,Sparkling,France,"Look beyond the grapes and leaves which decorate the bottle. This is a solidly ripe wine, dominated by Chardonnay, full of generous fruit, but not losing sight of its elegance and creaminess. This could age for a couple more years, but is ready now.",Brut Prestige,60,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Tarlant 1997 Brut Prestige  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarlant-1997-brut-prestige-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Tarlant
14.5,Red,Australia,"This great value turns the neat trick of boasting an almost molasses-like density of fruit without seeming overly heavy. It's full-bodied, with hints of smoke, vanilla and herbs that add complexity to the cherry fruit, while on the finish, the tannins are soft and the flavors linger elegantly. Drink now through 2012.",,22,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Tapestry
13,Dessert,Italy,"A deep, amber-colored dessert wine that boasts a gorgeous aromatic embroidery of honey, citrus rind, apricot and vanilla. Those same flavors are skillfully integrated in the mouth and leave a lasting impression thanks to the wine's lengthy persistency. Albana grapes are dried on straw mats and refined in oak for 18 months.",Vigneti delle Rosenere,20,91,Central Italy,Albana di Romagna,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2003 Vigneti delle Rosenere  (Albana di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2003-vigneti-delle-rosenere-italian-white-albana-albana-romagna/,Albana,2003,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza
15,Red,Italy,"The high quality of this wine is obvious as soon as you raise your glass to your nose: Cherry and forest berry are nicely balanced by toasted wood notes and the mouth is characterized by intense spice, chewy tannins and coffee liquor or spice cake flavors on the finish.",Pruno Riserva,30,91,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2001 Pruno Riserva  (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2001-pruno-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2001,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza
,White,Germany,,Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese,25,91,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2005 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2005-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Domdechant Werner
14.5,Red,Australia,"An excellent value, Shingleback's 2004 Shiraz boasts attractive aromas of mulberries and boysenberries, then follows that up with bold, forward, berry-fruit flavors. But it has nuance, showing deft oaking and hints of spice to balance the fruit's intensity. Long, mouthwatering and complex on the finish, picking up notes of chocolate, coffee and vanilla. Drink now–2012.",,22,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shingleback 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingleback-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Shingleback
11,Dessert,Austria,"Made from Chard and Neuberger, this is a fresh wine, with honey and yeast aromas, and delicious bitter marmalade flavors that float over the rich texture of the wine.",Ruster Ausbruch,65,91,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Giefing 2004 Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giefing-2004-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2004,Giefing
14,Red,France,"With some maturity, this wine shows delicious food-friendly levels of black fruits, acidity and a fine balancing tannic structure. From Michel Laroche's Languedoc winery near Beziers, this is a blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon. Brambles, black currants and licorice all come together in this dense wine.",La Croix Chevalière,30,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laroche 2001 La Croix Chevalière Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2001-croix-chevaliere-red-vin-pays-doc/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Laroche
,Red,US,"The best wine this estate made in 2004, this is comprised of half Pommard/half Dijon clones, aged a full year in French oak, but only one fifth new. It's quite young and tight, with snappy flavors of bright raspberry and pomegranate. Sharp, etched, almost laser-like in clarity, this beautifully structured and focused effort opens into aromas of wild berry, gravel and earth. Definitely a wine to put away for a few years.",Lachini Vineyards Family Estate,42,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lachini 2004 Lachini Vineyards Family Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2004-family-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lachini
8,White,Germany,,Spätlese,26,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schloss Saarstein 2005 Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2005-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Schloss Saarstein
13,Red,Spain,"Closed early on, the nose eventually opens to reveal earthy fruit aromas backed by cinnamon, clay and red pepper flake. Bright cherry fruit flavors on the palate are envigorating, while background raspberry notes are intensified by chocolate and a touch of oak-based dill. Modern but still sort of classical; nice in an approachable way.",Reserva,42,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Contino 2001 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contino-2001-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2001,Contino
14,White,France,"Soft, full, rich and spicy, this is an intense wine, expressing the essence of Pinot Gris. It's ripe, off-dry, but with a core of dry toast and almond flavors which go with the pear and nutmeg tastes. This is still a young wine – Lorentz advises 10-15 years aging: more realistic would be another 3-4.",Altenberg de Bergheim Pinot Gris Grand Cru,,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2002 Altenberg de Bergheim Pinot Gris Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2002-altenberg-bergheim-pinot-gris-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Gustave Lorentz
14.4,White,US,"Flora Springs' BF Chardonnay was a famous wine in the eighties, one of the first to alert consumers to the beauties of true barrel fermentation. It's still a great wine, although the price is higher now. Rich and creamy, it shows ripe tropical fruit and vanilla caramel flavors, with a smoky edge of oak.",Barrel Fermented,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2005 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2005-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Flora Springs
13,Red,Italy,"With an international team and winemaker, Dievole presents modern, succulent and irresistible Chianti Classicos with concentration, coffee, nutmeg, leather, cherry under spirits, chocolate and toasted almond. You will love this big, bold style: Chewy in the mouth and soft as silky on the taste buds.",Novecento Riserva,32,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Dievole 2001 Novecento Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dievole-2001-novecento-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2001,Dievole
7.5,White,Germany,,Rüdesheimer Drachenstein Kabinett,18,91,Rheingau,,,Anthony Hammond 2004 Rüdesheimer Drachenstein Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-hammond-2004-rudesheimer-drachenstein-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Anthony Hammond
12,Dessert,Austria,"In their youth—and this is still young—the wines of Ernst Triebaumer show great freshness and almond flavors as much as the hugely rich sweetness and botrytis. There is some delicacy here, leaving a fresh, light taste in the mouth. But just watch this wine develop—over 10 years or more.",Ruster Ausbruch,69,91,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2002 Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2002-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2002,Ernst Triebaumer
14.1,Red,US,"This low-production Syrah is one of the more interesting in California. This year, it's fairly tannic, with a fascinating interplay between the tannins, acids, oak and flavors. The tastes range from blackberries and pomegranates through coffee and cola to violets, and the finish is dry, with no residual sugar. Best now through 2010.",Wedding Hill,45,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2003 Wedding Hill Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2003-wedding-hill-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2003,Paraiso Vineyards
14,Red,Spain,"If you like modern-style Rioja that is still affordable, than this wine should be on your list. The bouquet is full and earthy, with ripe red-fruit aromas toughened by smoked-meat notes. The palate is rich, ripe and full of black cherry, pancetta and some dill weed. Well balanced and interesting.",Reserva,24,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2001 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2001-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Sierra Cantabria
14.5,Red,Italy,"A surprise hit from Romagna: This is a fine and elegant red with toasted notes, soft vanilla and Asian spice. It boasts a solid structure that washes over the palate with firm tannins, persistence and loads of intensity. It scores high in overall intensity; pair it with something of equal or greater strength like paprika beef stew.",Terre di Covignano Riserva,,91,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,San Valentino 2003 Terre di Covignano Riserva  (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-valentino-2003-terre-covignano-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2003,San Valentino
8,White,Germany,"Seems almost pungent in its minerally intensity, featuring hints of smoke and brown butter, then adds pure green apple and lime flavors on the palate. Lithe and wiry, this is powerful without being muscular and on the crisp, less-sweet side for the vintage.",Herrenberg Auslese 30,32,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2005 Herrenberg Auslese 30 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2005-herrenberg-auslese-30-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Maximin Grünhäuser
14.5,Red,US,"I've always felt this is one of the best ageworthy Cabs from Sonoma County. This year it's dependably dry and tannic, but those tannins can't entirely keep the briary blackberry and cherry fruit from bursting through. This is a complex, beautiful wine now, with proper decanting, but it should be better beyond 2010.",Block Collection Kuimelis Vineyard,47,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2003 Block Collection Kuimelis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2003-block-collection-kuimelis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Geyser Peak
10,Dessert,Germany,"A bit full-bodied and slightly syrupy in texture, this heavily concentrated auslese lacks the elegance and complexity of the vintage's best examples, yet it's still an excellent wine. Pretty floral and mineral scents lead the way, followed by flavors of baked apple and honey. Sweet, but balanced on the finish by hints of grapefruit pith.",Berncasteler Doctor Auslese Goldkapsel,50,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Berncasteler Doctor Auslese Goldkapsel Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-berncasteler-doctor-auslese-goldkapsel-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
14.1,Red,US,"This is the best Bonterra wine, and easily the best red they've ever produced. A Bordeaux blend with some Petite Sirah, it's wonderfully lush and complex, offering ever-changing blackberry, coffee, plum, cocoa, licorice, spice and oaky flavors that finish soft and dry. Made entirely by biodynamic growing methods, it's really versatile with a wide range of foods.",The McNab,45,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Bonterra 2002 The McNab Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2002-mcnab-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Red Blend,2002,Bonterra
13.5,Red,Italy,"Full throttle Sangiovese with beautifully integrated toasted notes (thanks to 12 months in French oak) that frame aromas of prune, black cherry, plum, leather and vanilla: This is a modern, deep and smooth wine with rock-solid structure.",Avi Riserva,38,92,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,San Patrignano 2003 Avi Riserva  (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-patrignano-2003-avi-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2003,San Patrignano
15.3,Red,US,"In an era of extravagant, extracted reds that overwhelm food, this is elegantly sophisticated and complex. Bone dry, it has a rich earthiness and balance that's almost Bordeaux-like. A blend of Syrah, Zin and Petite Sirah.",Last Leg Cuvee,38,92,California,North Coast,North Coast,Vie Winery 2004 Last Leg Cuvee Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-winery-2004-last-leg-cuvee-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,2004,Vie Winery
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A tough wine to confidently evaluate. This showed masses of dried fruit and maple syrup flavors, all of which seemed to dry up a bit on the finish to reveal spice, alcohol and a certain degree of austerity. It may just be in an awkward stage, as the components are fine, just a little disjointed. Hold?",Vintage,430,92,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1963 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1963-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1963,Taylor Fladgate
15.1,Red,US,"Wedell is a pioneer in the Santa Rita Hills, now known as Sta. Rita due to objections by the Chileans. With this juicy wine, which is their lower-priced, regional bottling, they certify their presence. It's dry, racy and absolutely delicious, rich in superripe cherry pie, cola, mocha and vanilla oak flavors that finish clean and crisp. Drink now.",,50,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Wedell Cellars 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Wedell Cellars
7.5,White,Germany,,Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,30,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
14.5,Red,US,"An interesting, ageworthy wine that's textbook Alexander Valley. The cherry fruit is accented by sage, thyme, dill, that sort of leafy green herb thing, and the softness is from low acidity, although the tannins are rich and sturdy. This is the anti-Napa Cab, so balanced and dry, it won't overwhelm food.",Block Collection Walking Tree Vineyard,47,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2003 Block Collection Walking Tree Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2003-block-collection-walking-tree-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Geyser Peak
13,Red,Italy,"Cabernet Sauvignon's green pepper aromas do arise but are delicately reigned in by the soft, yielding and plush Merlot component, which adds cherry, blackberry, spice cake and nutmeg. But what really makes this a standout wine is the texture: creamy and concentrated with solid tannins and loads of cherry flavors.",Excelsus,78,92,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 2001 Excelsus Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2001-excelsus-red-santantimo/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Castello Banfi
13,Red,US,"This is an Oh wow! wine. It's that good. Ripe in cherry, blackberry and fudgy chocolate flavors, the wine is saved from insipid simpleness by fresh tannins and acids and an earthy, cappuccino darkness that grounds it. Fanatics will delight in knowing that the grapes, which include Cabernet Franc, come from the Truchard, Hyde and Dominus vineyards.",,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,J. Kirkwood 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-kirkwood-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,J. Kirkwood
14,Dessert,Austria,"When Kracher gets his hands on Scheurebe, the results are brilliant. This wine has structure, weight, great acidity and intense flavors. If the alcohol is high, that certainly doesn't show on this well balanced wine, with its fresh aftertaste.",Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 4,72,92,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 4 Scheurebe (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-zwischen-den-seen-trockenbeerenauslese-nummer-4-other-white-scheurebe-neusiedlersee/,Scheurebe,2004,Kracher
15.6,Red,Australia,"A bold, fruit-driven style of Shiraz, but one that doesn't sacrifice complexity, as it retains hints of earth and spice that give its brambly blackberry flavors even greater appeal. At over 15% alcohol, it's a big wine, but there's no detectable heat, and the coffee-tinged finish is long and dusty. Drink now–2015.",Reserve,27,92,Victoria,Bendigo,,Passing Clouds 2003 Reserve Shiraz (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passing-clouds-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-bendigo/,Shiraz,2003,Passing Clouds
14.5,Red,Spain,"The warmth of 2003 infused this wine with weight, power and lusciousness. On the other hand, there's a slight bit of raisin, marzipan and bitter chocolate that come from the vintage. In between you'll find Termes' patented dark berry flavors, earthiness and tannins. An excellent effort that should be best in 2008.",Termes,26,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2003 Termes  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2003-termes-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Numanthia
11,Dessert,Italy,"This is a truly delicious and exciting dessert wine made from botrytisized grapes that are blanketed with fog on the banks of the Tiber River in Umbria. The wine's intensity, peach, honey and almond aromas are simply outstanding. Instead of pairing this with dessert, try it with goat cheese or foie gras.",Calcaia Dolce,,92,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico Superiore,,Barberani 2003 Calcaia Dolce  (Orvieto Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2003-calcaia-dolce-white-orvieto-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2003,Barberani
11.5,Dessert,Austria,"The botrytis texture of this wine—the dryness underlying the sweetness—is delicious. There is balance, allowing the acidity to join the honeyed sweetness. Pepper adds a touch of seasoning to this unctuous wine.",Weisser Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese,39,92,Neusiedlersee,,,Leitner 2002 Weisser Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese White Riesling (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leitner-2002-weisser-riesling-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-white-neusiedlersee/,White Riesling,2002,Leitner
14,Red,US,"You won't find tannins like this in many Napa Cabs, especially the cults. In that sense, it's a throwback. But how refreshing to find something with structure that won't overwhelm food. It's a beautiful wine, ageworthy to judge from the dryness and tannins and huge core of fruit.",Block Collection Ascentia Estate Vineyard,47,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2003 Block Collection Ascentia Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2003-block-collection-ascentia-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Geyser Peak
,Dessert,Italy,"This is one of the best passito dessert wines from central Italy: It's plush and silky in the mouth and deliciously sweet without being sticky or heavy. The aromas span a large spectrum, from dried apricot and honey to toasted nuts and caramel thanks to 14 months of aging in new oak. Absolutely beautiful.",Scaccomatto,60,92,Central Italy,Albana di Romagna,,Fattoria Zerbina 2003 Scaccomatto  (Albana di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-zerbina-2003-scaccomatto-italian-white-albana-albana-romagna/,Albana,2003,Fattoria Zerbina
,Sparkling,France,"An intense, full-bodied style, which balances the Pinots and Chardonnay well. It is ripe, with toasty undercurrents, balanced by a delicious citrus and grapefruit crispness and a fine, long lingering aftertaste. There is a light, but discernible sweetness to finish, although it is certainly Brut.",Noble Cuvée Brut,125,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson 1998 Noble Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-1998-noble-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Lanson
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Part of the new Noble Cuvée range from Lanson (which also includes a Pinot Noir/Chardonnay blend and a rosé. This is feather light, floating with its bubbles and zesty, citrus fruit flavors, and a dry, crisp aftertaste. Very much an aperitif Champagne.",Noble Cuvée Blanc de Blancs,150,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson 1997 Noble Cuvée Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-1997-noble-cuvee-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1997,Lanson
8.5,White,Germany,"Starts off with leesy, minerally notes, including struck flint, but also ripe melon and star anise scents. This is a nicely balanced, not overly sweet auslese, with green apple and citrus fruit smoothly combining with steely acidity and petrol notes. The long finish, filled with green apple and white grapefruit, promises a long life in the cellar.",Auslese,49,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schloss Saarstein 2005 Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2005-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Schloss Saarstein
11,White,Germany,"This has the power and weight of the Rheingau, but also the delicate floral nuances of the Mosel. Scents of flower-shop greens, crushed-stone and lime easily glide into flavors of melon and citrus, underscored by a strong mineral component. Long, intense and refreshing on the finish.",Johannisberg V Kabinett,20,92,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2005 Johannisberg V Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2005-johannisberg-v-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Johannishof
14.4,Red,US,"This single-vineyard Cab, from the personal label of the head winemaker at giant Beam Wines, is a very good example of Alexander Valley. It's rich, soft, earthy and complex, a wine to lay down for 10 years or to open now. It shows ripe cherry-berry flavors that veer into chocolate and coconut pie, but is dry and balanced.",Vyborny Vineyard,65,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Goldschmidt 2004 Vyborny Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2004-vyborny-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Goldschmidt
8,Dessert,Austria,"A delicate but intense wine, with ripe apricot flavors. Liquid honey and just a hint of spice add an intriguing element to a delicious wine.",Scheurebe Eiswein,27,92,Neusiedlersee,,,Gsellmann & Hans 2003 Scheurebe Eiswein Scheurebe (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gsellmann-hans-2003-scheurebe-eiswein-other-white-scheurebe-neusiedlersee/,Scheurebe,2003,Gsellmann & Hans
14.5,Red,US,"Just what you look for in Carneros Pinot, or any cool-climate Pinot: an elegant mouthfeel, silky texture and ripe fruit accented by toasty oak. In this case the fruit is raspberries and cherries, bright and pure through the finish. Defines elegance and complexity.",Mahoney Ranch,36,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2004 Mahoney Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2004-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Mahoney
14.5,Red,US,"Not only silky and fruity, but with all kinds of complexities, this is a great example of Carneros Pinot at its best. It's dry and crisp, with a myriad of cherry, raspberry, cola, vanilla, oaky char and Asian spice flavors all mingling into a complicated finish.",Las Brisas Vineyard,36,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2004 Las Brisas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2004-las-brisas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Mahoney
10.5,Dessert,Austria,"The biodynamic estate of Nikolaihof is one of the oldest in the Wachau. The tradition is upheld by the Saahs family, who make wonderfully intense wines. This TBA is so fresh and lively that the sweetness only forms a part of the beautiful citrus and apricot fruits.",Nikolauswein Trockenbeerenauslese,,92,Wachau,,,Nikolaihof 2001 Nikolauswein Trockenbeerenauslese White (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nikolaihof-2001-nikolauswein-trockenbeerenauslese-white-wachau/,White Blend,2001,Nikolaihof
16,Red,US,"How pale this wine pours. Don't be deceived! It's an enormous Pinot Noir, almost too big for its own good, explosive in ripe cherries, raspberries, chocolate and especially new French oak that just floods the palate with vanilla-infused smoky char. It's so big, it's hard to figure out what to drink it with, except simple fare, like a grilled steak or even carpaccio of beef tenderloin.",Clone 2A,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2004 Clone 2A Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2004-clone-2a-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Cambria
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Violet in color and broad as the Argentinean pampas, this single-vineyard Malbec is a powder keg of power. The nose oozes dark fruity and fancy new oak, while the palate is loaded with boysenberry, cassis and  black olive. It's a little linear and tight, but its purity is beyond reproach.",Finca Altamira,112,92,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Achaval-Ferrer 2004 Finca Altamira Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2004-finca-altamira-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2004,Achaval-Ferrer
,White,US,"This is good juice, sappy and clean, with flavors of crisp red apple leading into light tropical fruit – citrus and pineapple. It's lush and acid-driven, with an underpinning of mineral and stone.",Cuvée Lucia Celilo Vineyard,22,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Andrew Will 2005 Cuvée Lucia Celilo Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2005-cuvee-lucia-celilo-vineyard-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Chardonnay,2005,Andrew Will
14.8,Red,US,"You might call this Cain's junior version of their famous Cain Five Bordeaux blend. This one's blended from up and down the valley, and it's exceptionally fine. Dry and smooth, with richly textured tannins, it shows ripe cherries, plums and currants, with a spicy, earthy finish. Best now through 2013.",Concept - The Benchland,54,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cain 2003 Concept - The Benchland Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-2003-concept-benchland-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Cain
10.5,Dessert,Austria,"Grüner Veltliner's pepper is just below the surface of this fresh, but concentrated wine. It has lovely crispness, a burst of pear and orange peel flavors, and almost ethereal lightness. Ried Käferberg is a single vineyard just outside Langenlois.",Ried Käferberg Beerenauslese,,92,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2004 Ried Käferberg Beerenauslese Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2004-ried-kaferberg-beerenauslese-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Bründlmayer
10,Dessert,Austria,"As Gelber Muskateller ages, it loses spice and gains flavors of caramel and vanilla, and crystallized cherries. The acidity is still there, giving it delicious freshness that just jumps from the glass.",Gelber Muskateller Trockenbeerenauslese,,92,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2002 Gelber Muskateller Trockenbeerenauslese Gelber Muskateller (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2002-gelber-muskateller-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-gelber-muskateller-kamptal/,Gelber Muskateller,2002,Bründlmayer
14.6,White,US,"This Chard, Vine Cliff's reserve, is actually less immediately rich and opulent than the regular, released last Spring, which was a very elaborate wine. This one may not be ready to drink quite yet. It's tight and spicy, with a leesy, minerally streak and lots of oak. Hold through 2007, then drink for a few more years.",Proprietress Reserve,55,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Vine Cliff 2004 Proprietress Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2004-proprietress-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Vine Cliff
,White,Austria,"Described by Fritz Wieninger as the most expensive vineyard land in Austria—because of the demand for high-end housing in this district of Vienna—Rosengartl is at the heart of the Nussberg. This blend of Grüner Veltliner, Weissburgunder and Traminer is concentrated, high in alcohol (14.5%) but still shows considerable refinement, acidity as well as spice and pepper flavors.",Rosengartl Alte Reben,32,92,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2005 Rosengartl Alte Reben White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2005-rosengartl-alte-reben-white-vienna/,White Blend,2005,Wieninger
14.2,White,US,"This is a new bottling from Morgan, a junior version of their great Hat Trick Chardonnay. Most of the grapes come from the winery's Double L estate. The wine is bone dry, high in acidity, and compellingly complex. The dryness makes the lime zest and kiwi flavors star on their own, while new French oak adds a gorgeous layer of toasty cream.",Highland,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2005 Highland Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2005-highland-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2005,Morgan
14,Red,Italy,"This is a wine that starts off restrained yet hints at the enormity of what's to come. It offers a quick blast of creamy espresso, cherry, licorice and ripe blackberry at first and the intensity of the aromas grow to gigantic proportions without ever losing their clarity and harmony. This is a big, bruising Brunello with firm, dusty tannins and good length.",Prime Donne,65,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2001 Prime Donne  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2001-prime-donne-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Donatella Cinelli Colombini
14.2,Red,Australia,"This lizard-labeled wine puts other critter wines to shame, offering a complex bouquet of coffee, leather, spice cake and dried fruit. Mouthcoating flavors of dried cherries and plums are framed by coffee, spice and leather and carried across the palate by a lush, softly tannic texture. Drink now–2012.",,22,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shingleback 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingleback-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Shingleback
14.5,Red,Australia,"Epitomizes the lush, immediately approachable style, with a mouthfeel so creamy it almost seems liquorous or syrupy. The flavors are ultraclean and precise, marrying crème de cassis with vanilla and hints of coconut. Soft tannins cushion the long finish. Drink now–2012.",Reserve,73,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek 2004 Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Fox Creek
9.5,Dessert,Austria,"This is densely rich, but well balanced between honey, acidity and botrytis. A wine that should age well for many years.",Noble Reserve Trockenbeerenauslese,41,92,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Höpler 2001 Noble Reserve Trockenbeerenauslese White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2001-noble-reserve-trockenbeerenauslese-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2001,Höpler
9.5,Dessert,Austria,"“On the wings of dawn,” a quote from Psalm 139, is the name of this wine from Heidi Schröck. It's a blend of five different grapes, fermented and aged in wood. The result is a wine that, while still young, shows enormous richness, along with apricot jelly flavors and great sweetness balanced with a dry layer of botrytis.",Aus den Flügeln der Morgenrote Ruster Ausbruch,,92,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Heidi Schröck 2004 Aus den Flügeln der Morgenrote Ruster Ausbruch White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2004-aus-den-flugeln-der-morgenrote-ruster-ausbruch-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2004,Heidi Schröck
14.3,Red,US,"This is Girard's Meritage, based on Cabernet but with the other four varieties. The grapes come from St. Helena and Oakville. The wine is young, tannic and dry now, with great complexity, a Bordeaux-style blend of endless fascination and pleasure. Should drink well for 10 years or more.",Artistry Red Wine,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2003 Artistry Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2003-artistry-red-wine-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Girard
10.5,Dessert,Austria,"Although Albert Gesellmann is better known for his reds, he certainly knows how to make this dessert style of wine. This eiswein is pierced through with citrus acidity shining through the intense honeyed sweetness and syrupy texture. Should age well.",Sämling Eiswein,,92,Mittelburgenland,,,Gesellmann 2005 Sämling Eiswein Scheurebe (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gesellmann-2005-samling-eiswein-other-white-scheurebe-mittelburgenland/,Scheurebe,2005,Gesellmann
8,White,Germany,"Dried apricot notes on the nose mingle with pineapple, vanilla and smoky-slatey notes. Flavors of apricot, pineapple, melon and citrus form a veritable fruit bowl, but they're all anchored by stony minerality. This is beautifully balanced, with honeyed sweetness kept in check by bright acidity.",Erdener Treppchen Riesling Auslese,40,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Erdener Treppchen Riesling Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-erdener-treppchen-riesling-auslese-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
14.1,Red,US,"One doesn't think of Carneros in terms of mountains, but the appellation does slide onto the foothills of the Mayacamas. In fact the upper reaches catch the cold winds off San Francisco Bay more than the lowlands. You can taste the long hangtime cherries and raspberries, and crisp acids, in this deliciously silky, long-finishing Pinot.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,38,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Talisman 2003 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2003-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Talisman
14,Red,Italy,"A gorgeous single-vineyard Brunello from Angelo Gaja's Tuscan estate, this wine is slightly more round and fleshy than Rennina but equally as complex and elegant. This is truly a great wine with velvet-like smoothness on the palate and intense black fruit and balsam aromas. It's pensive yet yielding, refined and powerful all at once.",Sugarille,155,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pieve Santa Restituta 2001 Sugarille  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-santa-restituta-2001-sugarille-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Pieve Santa Restituta
14,Red,Australia,"This masterful Shiraz is lush and velvety yet not overly soft—there's a backbone underneath that should allow this wine to age easily through 2015 at least. Heady, concentrated scents of cassis mingle easily with smoke and vanilla, adding dense layers of chocolate and cinnamon on the palate. A long, mouthcoating finish confirms the wine's quality.",Lloyd Reserve,65,93,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2004 Lloyd Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2004-lloyd-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Coriole
10,Dessert,Austria,"Loiser Berg is a cool vineyard, facing south, to the west of Langenlois. Grüner Veltliner and Riesling grow well. This TBA is now maturing well, as its gold color proves. While the primary fruit flavors have gone, there is still great freshness, with honey and spices the main tastes. Judging by that freshness, it still has many years to go.",Ried Loiser Berg Trockenbeerenauslese,,93,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2000 Ried Loiser Berg Trockenbeerenauslese Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2000-ried-loiser-berg-trockenbeerenauslese-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Bründlmayer
11,Dessert,Austria,"The Riesling, in all its noble glory, can make some of the greatest sweet wines, and Bründlmayer shows how with this delicate, but finely balanced wine. Unlike some of his TBA offerings, this is light, as much to do with freshness as sweetness. Delicious and now ready to drink.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein Riesling Beerenauslese,,93,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2000 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Riesling Beerenauslese Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2000-zobinger-heiligenstein-riesling-beerenauslese-kamptal/,Riesling,2000,Bründlmayer
13.8,Red,US,"I love this Cab for its dryness, richness and balance. It's a lovely wine, poised between thick tannins, crisp acids, ripe blackberry fruit and ample new oak, but it is young. As polished as it is now, it should soften and sweeten with a few years of bottle age. Best 2007–2010.",,60,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ray 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Martin Ray
10,White,Germany,"Starts off with a somewhat austere and steely bouquet, and the flavors play a fancy riff off of that, ending up like spice-laden minerals coated in honey. It's incredibly complex, without being obviously fruity. The rich, viscous mouthfeel yields to a long, sweet finish tinged with cinnamon, clove and pepper and just a touch of warmth. Opt for drinking this on the young side—within 10 years or so.",Erdener Prälat Auslese,48,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2005 Erdener Prälat Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2005-erdener-pralat-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Peter Nicolay
13.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is across the road from Bien Nacido, and the wine shows many of the same qualities as that famed property. This Pinot is big, dry and dusty, with some fairly grippy tannins. Yet it has the purity and silky mouthfeel of great Pinot Noir, with a crushed brown spice taste that hovers over ripe cherry-berry, cola and mocha flavors. Decant for a few hours before serving.",Rancho Ontiveros,48,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Hug 2005 Rancho Ontiveros Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hug-2005-rancho-ontiveros-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Hug
7.5,Dessert,Germany,"On first pass, this wine features wonderfully pristine scents of green apple and lime blended with mineral-laden rainwater. On second nosing, tropical fruit emerges, revealing this wine's sweet nature. Dried apricot, honey, apple and mild citrus flavors are not laser-precise, but rather softly rounded and voluptuous. Finishes long, leaving an elegant, delicate impression.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Goldkapsel,36,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Goldkapsel Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-goldkapsel-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
10,White,Germany,"The price is right on this auslese from one of the Mosel's historic estates. Aromas and flavors of spiced baked apples provide ample fruit, while citrus notes give balance and hints of corn oil give the impression of minerality. Lush and creamy on the palate, with mouth-tingling acidity on the finish.",Bernkasteler Lay Auslese,35,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Bernkasteler Lay Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-bernkasteler-lay-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
14.1,Red,US,"The facts look really good: low yields, modest alcohol, good acidity, the best clones, lots of new French oak and, of course, great grapes. It's rich, silky and complex, a gorgeous, raspberry-infused expression of Russian River.",Ted's Vineyard,40,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Talisman 2003 Ted's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2003-teds-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Talisman
10,Dessert,Austria,"For a grape that is naturally honeyed and sweet, Kracher has come up with a surprise. This is more about freshness and delicious acidity than about sweetness, which is almost a background to this smooth, intense, delicious wine.",Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 5,77,93,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 5 Muskat Ottonel (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-zwischen-den-seen-trockenbeerenauslese-nummer-5-muscat-muskat-ottonel-neusiedlersee/,Muskat Ottonel,2004,Kracher
14.5,Red,Italy,"This is the flagship wine of the Ferragamo family's beautiful Il Borro property in Tuscany and it does the estate proud. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and smaller percentages of Syrah and Petit Verdot, it's a concentrated wine with tones of earth, chocolate, exotic spice, prunes and red fruit. Consulting enologist Nicolò D'Afflitto has shaped the wine with 12 months of oak aging, adding deeper notes of spice, vanilla and clove.",Il Borro,36,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Il Borro 2004 Il Borro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-borro-2004-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Il Borro
11,Dessert,Austria,"Made from Grauburgunder and Weissburgunder, this is an intensely ripe wine, with aromas from the Pinot Gris and weight from the Pinot Blanc. There's an edge of pepper alongside fresh acidity. Ripe oranges give a lift to the aftertaste.",Ruster Ausbruch Pinot Cuvée,37,93,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2001 Ruster Ausbruch Pinot Cuvée White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2001-ruster-ausbruch-pinot-cuvee-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2001,Feiler-Artinger
14,Red,Italy,"Elegance, finesse and deeply layered nuances are this Brunello's strongest suits. The aromas are tightly etched: The mineral tones are exact and fine, the fruit is fleshly and cushioned by tones of moist tobacco and earth. The menthol notes are divine and penetrating: A beautiful, vineyard-designate wine from Angelo Gaja.",Rennina,125,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pieve Santa Restituta 2001 Rennina  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-santa-restituta-2001-rennina-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Pieve Santa Restituta
9,Dessert,Austria,"Like his earlier Traminer (Nummer 3), this wine is layered with dryness as well as richness. It is intense and very concentrated, a great combination of spice, acidity and syrup. There is a touch of vanilla and coconut as well as flavors of ripe pears.",Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 8,87,93,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 8 Traminer (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-nouvelle-vague-trockenbeerenauslese-nummer-8-other-white-traminer-neusiedlersee/,Traminer,2004,Kracher
14.4,Red,US,"The challenge in the warm Middle Reach, where Rochioli is ideally situated, is to achieve elegance, especially in a hot vintage like ‘04. That's a challenge Farrell rises to. His penchant for bone dry, crisply structured wines is nowhere more evident than here, in this high acid Pinot with its wealthy core of cherry and cola flavors. Great now, it should develop bottle complexity for ten years.",Rochioli Vineyard,60,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Rochioli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-rochioli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gary Farrell
8,White,Germany,"Another of the stellar Loosen auslesen from '05, this one features scents of crushed stone and fresh greens, giving less weight and botrytis character than the other goldkapsel offerings. Intense minerality and apple and citrus flavors make an almost crunchy-fresh impression, yet the wine's texture is smooth and creamy.",Erdener Treppchen Auslese Goldkapsul,40,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Erdener Treppchen Auslese Goldkapsul Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-erdener-treppchen-auslese-goldkapsul-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
15.5,Red,Spain,"Let's face it, the raw power of this wine is impressive. At 15.5% it cannot claim to pull punches; in fact, it's jam-packed with balsam and cedar aromas bolstered by dark, seductive fruit and marzipan flavors. A true knife-and-fork wine that finishes with licorice so potent it's reminiscent of Sanmbuca. Drink through 2010.",,60,93,Northern Spain,Toro,,Campo Eliseo 2003  Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-eliseo-2003-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Campo Eliseo
14.5,Red,Spain,"Despite the hot vintage, we're fairly blown away by this Toro red. It's dense, dark and the nose is coated with mineral, crude oil and perfectly ripe black-fruit. Consistent with the region's track record, San Roman delivers uncomplicated but powerful fruit character strengthened by serious tannins. Drink from 2007–2012.",San Román,50,94,Northern Spain,Toro,,Maurodos 2003 San Román  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurodos-2003-san-roman-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Maurodos
,Red,US,"Fairly high in alcohol, this sumptuous red wine is almost sweet in fudgy, macaroon, cherry pie filling and chocolate truffle flavors, with a candied opulence all the way through. Yet it's dry. The 100% new oak adds to the caramelly, meringue taste. Elegant and voluptuous, it's an unabashed beauty, firmly in the Harlan style.",Melbury,230,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2003 Melbury Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2003-melbury-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,BOND
8.5,Dessert,Austria,"The Chardonnay came in at number 9 with the 2002 vintage, the last time Kracher released a full range of TBAs (2003 was too dry for botrytis). So it's fascinating to see how the acidity of great sweet 2004s is present in a wine that is beautifully balanced. It has vanilla, caramel and ripe peach flavors; beautifully fresh and very pure.",Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 9,87,94,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 9 Chardonnay (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-nouvelle-vague-trockenbeerenauslese-nummer-9-chardonnay-neusiedlersee/,Chardonnay,2004,Kracher
14.5,Red,US,"A low-yield (one ton to the acre) mountain wine, tremendously complex and probably ageworthy. With concentrated cherry, black raspberry, cola and mocha flavors weighted by a deeper, earthier, mushroomy note and tons of Asian spice, it's entirely dry, with a beautiful tannin-acid balance. Drink now–2010.",Estate Grown,45,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2004 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2004-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2004,Thomas Fogarty
14.5,Red,US,"This second label of BOND is so rich and opulent, it's hard to believe it's the least expensive of Harlan's stable. Masses of cherries, blackberries, chocolate and vanilla-caramel new oak, accented with mint and herbs, leading to a refined, smoothly tannic finish. Just delicious.",Red Wine,,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Matriarch 2003 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-matriarch-2003-red-wine-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,The Matriarch
14.5,Red,Spain,"Mammoth from the beginning. The nose practically bleeds black fruit, fine leather and charcoal. Calling the bouquet alluring would be conservative. In the mouth, the wine pumps black cherry, cassis and enough acidity to coax out plenty of complexity and vitality. Huge but not a clod, with finishing flavors of mocha and bitter chocolate.",Numanthia,57,94,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2003 Numanthia  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2003-numanthia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Numanthia
16,Red,US,"What a wonderful Pinot Noir. I tasted this with a range of other good coastal Pinots and it stood out for the depth and complexity. You'll find the silkiness, acidity and ripe cherries and blackberries in many other Pinots, but also a richly earthy, grilled Portobello, miso and tannin quality. There's a ton of new oak, but it's totally appropriate.",Clone 23,48,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2004 Clone 23 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2004-clone-23-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Cambria
14.4,Red,US,"This is Vine Cliff's highest designation Cab, and it just keeps getting better and better. It's a very serious wine. Shows its Oakville origins in the ripe blackberry and currant flavors, extraordinary balance and elegant power, but the tannins are fairly tough at this time. It's nothing that decanting and good beef can't handle, but this dense, complex wine should soften and improve over the next decade.",16 Rows,135,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Vine Cliff 2003 16 Rows Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2003-16-rows-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vine Cliff
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This bottle was at a lovely point in its life, balancing savory, mushroom and spice notes against sweet caramel and dried fruit flavors on the long finish. Tannins resolved, potent alcohol totally concealed by the richness of the wine—there's simply nothing out of place. Drink.",Vintage,,95,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1955 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1955-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1955,Taylor Fladgate
,Dessert,Germany,"Unlike many botrytis-affected wines, this wine retains a strong sense of minerality, with oily aromas that remain strong amid the swirl of dried apricot and poached pear scents. Sweet and viscous, but beautifully balanced by lively acidity and a stony core. Long and mouthwatering on the finish",Erdener Prälat Auslese Goldkapsel,55,95,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Erdener Prälat Auslese Goldkapsel Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-erdener-pralat-auslese-goldkapsel-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
8.5,Dessert,Austria,"This is just liquid honey, with a touch of lemon. It is so smooth and with nuts and lemon peel. Sweet, rich and balanced. Delicious, with a crisp aftertaste.",Ruster Ausbruch Essenz,167,95,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 1999 Ruster Ausbruch Essenz White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-1999-ruster-ausbruch-essenz-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,1999,Ernst Triebaumer
7.5,Dessert,Germany,"A magnificent auslese, featuring plenty of botrytis character, but also pronounced wet-slate aromas. Sweet flavors of dried apples and honey are balanced by lively citrus notes and underlying minerality. Despite being rich and viscous, it doesn't come across as heavy; instead it ends long and exquisite balanced.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Goldkapsel,36,95,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Goldkapsel Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-goldkapsel-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
,White,France,"An intense, powerful wine, which speaks of the importance of the Corton Charlemagne vineyard and also justifies it. It is smooth and creamy, concentrated white fruits to go with an solid structure that promises great aging.",,113,95,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Louis Jadot 2004  Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Jadot
10.5,Dessert,Austria,"So maybe Welschriesling is not the same as real Riesling, but this wine certainly has all the pure acidity and freshly perfumed character of one. It is a wine for the purist: refined and elegant, with white fruits giving a lift to the finish.",Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 7,83,95,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 7 Welschriesling (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-zwischen-den-seen-trockenbeerenauslese-nummer-7-other-white-welschriesling-neusiedlersee/,Welschriesling,2004,Kracher
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The most prominently floral wine in the vertical, but that delicacy is amply backed by plush chocolate and dried fruit flavors. The finish is deceptively soft and welcoming, but still shows great backbone and the ability to go many more years.",Vintage,260,95,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1977 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1977-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1977,Taylor Fladgate
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"By far the darkest of the first few vintages in this vertical, with intense dried fruit and maple syrup aromas marked by slightly nutty, toffee notes. It seems still youthful if that's possible in a wine nearly 80 years old, with great power and freshness and minerally notes. Doesn't have quite the spicy complexity of the '08, but it's still superb.",Vintage,,95,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1927 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1927-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1927,Taylor Fladgate
14.5,Red,Spain,"Sly in the early innings and then menthol, forest, spice, charcoal and earthy black-fruit aromas emerge to rally this bruiser into its prime, which entails monster fruit flavors, rugged tannins, and a stout, peppery finish. The core power on this wine is beyond reproach. Will cellar nicely for at least five years, possibly more.",Termanthia,201,96,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2003 Termanthia  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2003-termanthia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Numanthia
10.5,Dessert,Austria,"This 2004, matured in small French oak (hence Nouvelle Vague) is a smooth, sensational blend of grape varieties, rich and at the same time structured, and quite likely to be the wine out of the 10 TBAs Kracher has produced in 2004 that will age beautifully. But enjoy it now for the honey, the dry botrytis and the sweet orange peel and apricot flavors.",Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese Grande Cuvée Nummer 6,80,96,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese Grande Cuvée Nummer 6 White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-nouvelle-vague-trockenbeerenauslese-grande-cuvee-nummer-6-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,2004,Kracher
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Remarkably dark and well-preserved in color, this wine's dark brick-garnet hue suggests a powerful, youthful wine. Complex aromas of flowers, mint, cherry and plum also carry hints of spice cake. On the palate, there's ample spice, with plenty of power and tannin still evident on the long, long finish. Drink or hold.",Vintage,,96,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1945 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1945-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1945,Taylor Fladgate
,Red,US,"This second label of Harlan Estate comes from the estate vineyard, and shares much in common with the main wine, which is a bit more focused and concentrated. The similarities include the briary, wild herb scents of sage and thyme that complex the ripe red cherry pie filling fruit, cocoa, cola and licorice. As with the main wine, the tannins here are gorgeous. This is a balanced, harmonious wine that combines power and elegance.",,110,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Maiden 2003 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maiden-2003-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,The Maiden
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This was perhaps the most prototypically “Taylor” wine of the vertical, with complex floral and spice aromas backed by firm, black cherry and berry fruit. The fruit is fresh and almost crunchy in character, underscored by solid tannins and a long, dusty finish. Immense power combines with intricate nuance and a supremely ageworthy structure. Hold.",Vintage,,96,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2000 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2000-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Taylor Fladgate
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Darker than the 1900, with a notable reddish tint toward the center, but still rather amber. This shows appreciably more richness and weight, as well as hints of dried cherries and mushrooms to go along with the sweet caramel and maple syrup flavors. Where it really shines is on the finish, with a burst of licorice and freshness. Drinking well now.",Vintage,,96,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1908 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1908-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1908,Taylor Fladgate
,Red,US,"From a vineyard just adjacent to the Oakville estate comes this wonderfully earth-scented wine. Deep and brooding, the aromas bring to mind a walk through a forest. Now a whiff of bay laurel, then pine cone and a rich, mulchy humus, and hovering over all are ripe blackberries and oodles of caramelized new oak. Much more open at this point in its life than the '02, but should live for many years.",Vecina,230,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2003 Vecina Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2003-vecina-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,BOND
,Red,US,"Tasted alongside the Melbury, St. Eden is richer, more layered and complex. The jammy cherry and chocolate flavors here possess deeper notes of blue and purple fruits, with a brooding, mulchy depth that grounds the wine. The texture is gorgeous, with perfectly ripe, sweet tannins. Despite the wine's power, it has an airy, cloud-like quality, surely the mark of a great wine.",St. Eden,230,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2003 St. Eden Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2003-st-eden-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,BOND
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is rather flashy for Taylor, with plenty of upfront appeal to its floral, spicy aromas and gobs of fruit. It's very lush and soft on the palate, almost overloaded with blackberries and plums, then firms up and begins to show that Taylor reserve on the dusty finish. Hold.",Vintage,180,96,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1997 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1997-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1997,Taylor Fladgate
8.5,Dessert,Austria,"The most complex of Kracher's 2004 TBAs, as well as the richest in residual sugar. It has mandarin orange, peaches and crystallized fruits. There is freshness, despite its sweetness. It should age magnificently.",Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 10,90,97,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Zwischen den Seen Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 10 Scheurebe (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-zwischen-den-seen-trockenbeerenauslese-nummer-10-other-white-scheurebe-neusiedlersee/,Scheurebe,2004,Kracher
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Bottled in July 2006, this wine remains deliciously open, showcasing floral, violet scents intertwined with rich layers of plum and chocolate. Although the firm structure is evident, there's more than adequate fruit for balance. A lovely combination of power and elegance. Hold.",Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage,240,97,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2004 Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2004-vargellas-vinha-velha-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2004,Taylor Fladgate
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Inky purple in color, this youngest Taylor vintage Port boasts a floral, wonderfully open and appealing bouquet, backed by layers of rich fruit. What makes this wine extra special is the seductive texture—somewhere between creamy and syrupy—and ample length. Hold.",Vintage,100,97,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2003-vintage-port-65172/,Port,2003,Taylor Fladgate
,Red,US,"Another spectacular Harlan hits the market. It shows the earthy quality that marks wines off the estate, with an aroma suggesting a warm bale of hay under the summer sun, a sweet straw and bay laurel scent that adds savory richness to the cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors. As usual, the tannins are virtual perfection, at once sweet and firm, dense and fine, perfectly in balance with all the fruit and new oak. So young now, a fat little baby of a wine that's irresistible, but will hold and improve well beyond its tenth birthday.",,265,98,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harlan Estate 2003 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlan-estate-2003-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Harlan Estate
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This wine's dark garnet color with minimal bricking suggests a relatively youthful wine and this certainly could age longer, although it's also delicious now. Wonderfully complex floral and herbal scents easily move into deep, rich flavors of chocolate and cherries, sprinkled with a healthy dose of Douro minerality and spice. Drink or hold.",Vintage,255,99,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1970 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1970-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1970,Taylor Fladgate
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is very much in the mold of the 1992—maybe slightly less rich but just by a whisker. It's dense without being heavy, with a beautifully spice-filled and long finish. Flavors of chocolate, mint and plum pudding linger elegantly for a few seconds longer than the '92. Hold.",Vintage,290,99,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1994 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1994-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1994,Taylor Fladgate
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The hue of this wine takes dark and inky to a new level—and this wine's intensity isn't confined to its color. This is simply huge in every way, yet because every component is in proportion, the balance is impeccable. Incredibly rich, dense fruit picks up hints of tar and chocolate, while the finish lasts for what must be minutes. Hold.",Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage,270,100,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2000 Vargellas Vinha Velha Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2000-vargellas-vinha-velha-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Taylor Fladgate
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Boasts plenty of savory, mushroomy character, but lacks fruit and turns crisp on the finish.",,25,80,Wairarapa,,,Borthwick Vineyard 2004 Pinot Noir (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borthwick-vineyard-2004-pinot-noir-wairarapa/,Pinot Noir,2004,Borthwick Vineyard
13.5,White,Australia,"This decidedly thick, syrupy-textured Chardonnay displays hints of tropical fruit, but also features some offputting lactic and asphalt notes.",Stonemason Unwooded,10,80,South Australia,Currency Creek,,Ballast Stone Estate Wines 2005 Stonemason Unwooded Chardonnay (Currency Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballast-stone-estate-wines-2005-stonemason-unwooded-chardonnay-currency-creek/,Chardonnay,2005,Ballast Stone Estate Wines
13.5,Red,US,"Dry and raw, this Merlot isn't showing much soft fruitiness. It's thin and green.",,6,80,California,California Other,California,King Fish 2005 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-fish-2005-merlot-other/,Merlot,2005,King Fish
13.5,Red,US,"A wine containing harsh, cola-like acidity.",,6,80,California,California Other,California,King Fish 2005 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-fish-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2005,King Fish
13.3,Red,Chile,"A rusty, bronzing specimen with super dry and fading tomato aromas and not too much fruit to speak of. More unruly than anything, with barely adequate Pinot character.",,12,81,Central Valley,,,Virginia Louise 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virginia-louise-2005-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Virginia Louise
13.5,White,Chile,"A come-down from previous vintages, this wine is lacking in precision and character. The nose is nothing more than talcum powder and canned pears, while the palate is a clumsy gathering of mealy apple and baked peaches.",Casa La Joya Reserve,10,81,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2006 Casa La Joya Reserve Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2006-casa-joya-reserve-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Viña Bisquertt
13.9,Red,US,"Four-plus years have not erased the awkward rusticity and medicinal flavors. The tannins remain, too, sticky and hard. Not going anywhere.",,25,81,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 2002 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2002-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2002,Hawley
14.8,Red,US,"Unsuccessful at any price, especially this one. This is a disagreeable wine, acidic and harshly tannic, offering no pleasure and not going anywhere.",,55,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2004 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2004-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2004,Pride Mountain
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This wine seems prematurely tired, with dried fruit scents and flavors, some mushroomy notes and tart, lemony acids.",Last Chance,35,81,Central Otago,,,Two Paddocks 2004 Last Chance Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-paddocks-2004-last-chance-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Two Paddocks
14.4,Red,US,"I liked the '02, but something went wrong with the '03, which is hot and bizarre, with artificial fruit or cough medicine flavors. It's also very sharp in acidity.",Barrouge Unfiltered Red Wine,40,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barlow 2003 Barrouge Unfiltered Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2003-barrouge-unfiltered-red-wine-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Barlow
13.4,Red,US,"Tastes unripe, with a disagreeably green, minty streak, and although the wine is fully dry, it's just too tough and lean to recommend.",Selected Vineyards,10,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Selected Vineyards Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-selected-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2004,Concannon
14.7,Red,US,"Made in an old-fashioned, rustic style, the kind of Zin you used to be able to buy in jugs straight from the winery. It's acidic, harsh and raisiny.",Monga Zin Lopez Vineyard Old Vines,22,81,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Carol Shelton 2004 Monga Zin Lopez Vineyard Old Vines Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2004-monga-zin-lopez-vineyard-old-vines-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Carol Shelton
13,White,Australia,"When a reviewer's notes on a wine include the sentence, “What is this?” you know it's a wine struggling for identity. So it is with this mutt-ly blend. It's flinty and not terribly expressive at first, then adds hints of honey and pears, while the texture is oddly thick and pulpy. Turns tangy on the finish. A different breed, especially considering it's 80% Sauvignon Blanc.",Memsie Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon-Roussanne,16,82,Victoria,Bendigo,,Water Wheel 2005 Memsie Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon-Roussanne White (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/water-wheel-2005-memsie-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-roussanne-white-bendigo/,White Blend,2005,Water Wheel
14.8,Red,US,"Soft, fruity, simple and on the sweet, desserty side, with pie filling cherry, raspberry and sugared coffee flavors.",Westside,24,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2004 Westside Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2004-westside-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2004,Dunning Vineyards
14,White,South Africa,"Citrus and grassy notes lead into a somewhat one-dimensional tropical fruit and spice flavors. The finish is round and lingering, but overall, the wine needs more character and substance.",,16,82,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2005 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2005-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2005,Glen Carlou
14.5,Red,US,"Whatever the future of this Spanish variety is in California, this wine isn't it. It's overtly sweet and flabbily soft, lacking the acidity that's so sorely needed for balance.",,26,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2004 Graciano (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2004-spanish-red-graciano-central-valley-lodi/,Graciano,2004,Bokisch
14,Red,South Africa,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz from the Paarl region, this wine is lightly wooded and medium-bodied with ash, smoke, and raspberry on the nose, and on the palate, more ashy, earthy, smoky heft and a bit of chocolate and tea. It's unusual and tough to tackle—the fruit is overpowered.",Simond,15,82,Simonsberg-Paarl,,,Vrede en Lust 2003 Simond Red (Simonsberg-Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vrede-en-lust-2003-simond-simonsberg-paarl/,Red Blend,2003,Vrede en Lust
14.1,Red,US,"Hard to recommend this because it's so thin and harsh. There's some cherry fruit, but it's the medicinal, cough-medicine kind, and there's annoying sweetness in the finish.",Old Vine,13,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Baron Herzog 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2004,Baron Herzog
14,White,Australia,"This fat, rather anonymous Chardonnay exhibits adequate tropical and citrus fruit but also a sour edge to its flavors.",Barossa Vines,14,82,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2005 Barossa Vines Chardonnay (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2005-barossa-vines-chardonnay-barossa/,Chardonnay,2005,Grant Burge
13.9,Red,US,"Hot, harsh, dry and raw, this doesn't offer much pleasure. It has a green, minty streak and is very tannic and astringent.",,10,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mandolin 2004 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandolin-2004-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2004,Mandolin
13,White,Australia,"Herbal almost to the point of vegetal, with aromas of tobacco or tomato leaf backed by citrusy flavors and a crisp, grapefruity finish. This is a distinctive wine, one that may have its fans, but I suspect they'll be in the minority.",Classic White,16,82,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Wise 2005 Classic White Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-2005-classic-white-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Wise
14.5,Red,US,"Not a great success. The wine is harsh in texture, with a raw, jagged mouthfeel, and the flavors are unbalanced. You get semi-sweet raisins one second, then green unripe minty ones. It does have the benefit of dryness.",,18,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Zig Zag 2004 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zig-zag-2004-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Zig Zag
15.6,Red,US,"Porty, hot and raisiny, the nicest aspect is dryness. After that, it's hard to find much to praise.",Forchini Vineyard,45,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Forchini Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-forchini-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Williams Selyem
,White,France,"A disappointingly thin wine, very light. It's fresh enough, and there is a pleasing touch of citrus, but its aftertaste is somewhat dilute.",Domaine Greffes,22,82,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Moillard 2005 Domaine Greffes  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2005-domaine-greffes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2005,Moillard
,Red,US,"Soft and gluey, a one-dimensional wine with cherry flavors. Finishes dryish to off-dry.",,28,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Coral Mustang 2004 Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coral-mustang-2004-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2004,Coral Mustang
14.4,Red,US,"I don't care for this wine. It's too sweet and the underlying fruit, which is on the thin side, really isn't big enough to sustain it.",Holbrook Mitchell Vineyard Reserve,45,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Holbrook Mitchell Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-holbrook-mitchell-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2004,Rosenblum
14,Red,Chile,"High priced for Carmenère, especially one of this marginal quality. The nose is all olives and herbal essence, while the palate shows a coating of cinnamon oak on top of midland red cherry and raspberry flavors. Not that impressive given that it's a reserve-level effort.",1865 Reserva,18,82,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2004 1865 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2004-1865-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2004,San Pedro
14,White,Chile,"Chardonnay is not this winery's strong suit, so it's no shock to find this wine awkward, yet it's tolerable. The nose sort of sweet and skunky. The flavors work toward banana and melon, and overall it's not bad but not that great either.",,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2006 Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2006-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Viu Manent
13,White,Chile,"A chalky lightness is the starting point for this soda-like quaffer. On the palate, there's lemon-lime and Fresca flavors followed by a finish of chunky grapefruit. Totally decent if this you know what to expect.",Estate,10,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 2006 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-2006-estate-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Santa Ines
13,Red,Chile,"Quite a bit of bramble and horsehide on the nose leads to a sketchy whole, while a palate that's dominated by red berries is muddled by mild herbal notes and a touch of peppery bitterness. Has commendable balance and weight but doesn't register as entirely clean and ripe.",,8,83,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,San Nicolas
14,Red,South Africa,"Produced on an historic French Huguenot farm by the Rupert family and Baron Benjamin de Rothschild, son of the late Baron Edmond de Rothschild of France, this wine beckons with a blackberry and pepper nose but falls flat on the palate with one-dimensional angularity. The parts feel disparate, though the oak and some earthy tones add some complexity.",Classique,20,83,Western Cape,,,Rupert & Rothschild 2003 Classique Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rupert-rothschild-2003-classique-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rupert & Rothschild
15.5,Red,US,"Drinks too hot for balance at the table, a dry wine with a jalapeño pepper edge to the blackberry jam and mocha flavors. It's not a bad wine, but this was a very hot vintage and things evidently got out of control.",,28,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Domenico 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Domenico
12.5,Rose,US,"Nice and dry, with good acidity, but the flavors are a little one-dimensional and thin. You'll find very modest cherries and spices.",Tempranillo Rose,15,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Coral Mustang 2005 Tempranillo Rose Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coral-mustang-2005-tempranillo-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2005,Coral Mustang
13.9,White,US,"A little on the thin side, but saved by beautifully crisp acidity that makes the wine so clean, and just enough fruit, spice and wildflower notes to satisfy. Finishes dry to just off-dry, in the Alsatian style.",,14,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bargetto 2005 Gewürztraminer (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2005-gewurztraminer-central-coast-monterey-county/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Bargetto
13.5,Red,US,"A bit raw and rustic, with a sharp, acidic finish, but saved by modest cherry fruit and softening oak influences, this Cab is okay for everyday purposes.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Bogle
14,Red,Australia,"Rather light in body for Shiraz, with clean cherry-berry flavors that turn crisp and fresh on the finish.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 2005 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2005,Bulletin Place
15,Red,US,"A little sweet and overly-extracted for balance, this Syrah has cola, stewed blackberry and persimmon flavors. It's okay, in a rustic way. Drink now.",Reserve,20,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2003 Reserve Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Pope Valley Winery
12,Rose,South Africa,"There's a pleasant combination of sweetness and citrus in this easy-drinking Pinotage rose, though its candied edge pushes the wine into the ""garden party"" sphere despite valiant efforts to keep it grounded. Strawberry, banana and lemon on the nose lead into a fresh burst of fruit and flowers on the palate. It lends itself to summertime drinking with salads and seafood.",Rosé,10,83,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2006 Rosé Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2006-rose-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2006,Golden Kaan
13.8,Red,US,"Too raisiny and hot for me, with stewed fruit flavors. The tannins are nice and ripe, but that cooked taste is a turnoff. Barbecued beef is your best bet.",Estate,50,83,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sullivan 2003 Estate Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sullivan-2003-estate-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,2003,Sullivan
13,Red,US,"Weedy and thin, this Merlot has a stubborn green streak that won't age out. Despite a splash of cherries and oak, that stemmy taste dominates.",,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ramsay 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramsay-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Ramsay
13.5,White,Chile,"Clean and fresh, but devoid of character and excitement. This is a rudimentary wine with apple and citrus flavors and some grapefruit on the finish. It is weightless and generally tropical in personality.",,9,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Ema 2006 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2006-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Santa Ema
13.5,Red,Chile,"A heavy offering with overbearing oak that results in aromas of coconut, chocolate mint and tire rubber. The palate is just as thick and cumbersome as the bouquet, with chocolate mint riding on a base of cherry and berry. Seems overripe and too coated with cloying, minty wood notes. It's like a box of Junior Mints.",Reserve,14,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2004 Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2004-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2004,Santa Ema
13.5,Red,Chile,"Respectably deep, but strong wintergreen, olive and leather aromas cloud the fruit quotient. A nice feel to the palate but the fruit is not what you'd call pure; funky rhubarb and black olive accents are just too prominent.",Reserve,14,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Santa Ema
14.9,Red,US,"This Zin, with a little Petite Sirah, is a country-style wine, rough and Porty-sweet. The winemaker recommends Cajun blackened salmon.",Aparicio Vineyard,25,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Rosenblum 2004 Aparicio Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-aparicio-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This coastal region red from the cleverly named Goats do Roam winery is named from the Barbera and Primitivo grapes that comprise it. It's a somewhat lean offering but for the oak and spice on the nose and some bright berry flavors, needing more balance and flavior to really assert itself.",The Goatfather,15,83,Coastal Region,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2005 The Goatfather Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2005-goatfather-red-coastal-region/,Red Blend,2005,Goats do Roam Wine Co.
13.5,White,South Africa,"Grown on an historic 18th-century farm in the southwestern Cape, this unusual unoaked Chardonnay offers lime, pineapple and banana on the nose and a combination of resin, lime and apple on the palate. Medium-bodied and intensely flavored, it would pair well with seafood and light meats.",Unwooded,15,83,Darling,,,Groote Post 2005 Unwooded Chardonnay (Darling),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groote-post-2005-unwooded-chardonnay-darling/,Chardonnay,2005,Groote Post
13,White,Chile,"If you like your white wines charged up and dripping with acidity, then take a look at this ultra-fresh and exceedingly zesty SB. The nose and palate exude sharpness, so much so that the flavor profile is on the edge of being sour. A razor-sharp style of Sauvignon.",,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2006-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Viu Manent
12.5,Red,France,"A very fruity wine, with touches of new wood, this is certainly in a modern style, with spice from the wood and some tastes of extraction. But the juiciness is good and the acidity is fresh, so that the wine ends up pleasantly in balance.",,17,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils 2004  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-magnien-fils-2004-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Michel Magnien et Fils
13,White,Chile,"Viu's 2006 SBs are not clicking. This wine, while round and seemingly honeyed on the nose, is sharp as razors in the mouth. The entry to the palate is clipped and tart, and there just isn't much flow to the wine. Very high in acids but with a certain purity of fruit.",Reserve,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2006 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2006-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Viu Manent
13.8,Red,US,"Pretty ordinary wine, dry, full-bodied and tannic, with very ripe blackberry fruit veering into chocolate-covered raisins. Seems pricy for what you get.",,27,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hug 2004 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hug-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2004,Hug
12.5,White,South Africa,"With fruit picked high on the slopes of Groenberg at Wellington, this wine is driven by lively, crisp, tropical fruit flavors like grapefruit and has a pleasant floral and zingy fruit nose. It's a little lean and non-descript in general character, but would pair well with a mildly flavored fish entree. Imported by American Wine Distributors",Premium Select,12,83,Coastal Region,,,Matuba 2005 Premium Select Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matuba-2005-premium-select-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Matuba
14,Red,South Africa,"A hint of unoaked Viognier was added (6%) to this approachable Shiraz for depth and body, but despite some appealing flavors of plum, spice and chocolate, the wine lacks soul. There's some heft in the midpalate but it fades without the kind of vibrancy sought for in this variety. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Premium Select,12,83,Western Cape,,,Matuba 2004 Premium Select Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matuba-2004-premium-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Matuba
13.5,White,US,"Kind of rustic, with flavors of canned or candied peaches, pears and smoky vanilla, but if you can deal with that, it's a decent little Chard at a low price.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,King Fish 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-fish-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,King Fish
,Red,France,"This is a blend from a number of different Premier Cru vineyards in Gevrey. It is attractively aromatic, but the taste is dilute, unfocussed. There are tannins, there is fruit, the aftertaste is clean, but the wine does not hang together.",Premier Cru,69,83,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Labouré-Roi 2004 Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2004-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Labouré-Roi
13.8,Red,Chile,"Adequate but uninspiring is this rooty, savory wine that comes on too sweet and soft. It's all about baked fruit with cola and vanilla accents, and while those flavors are good for a parfait or ice cream sundae, they're too soft and gooey for a dry red wine.",Barrel Select,11,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2004 Barrel Select Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2004-barrel-select-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Santa Ema
13,Red,Portugal,"If this is a simple table wine, then Portugal is doing plenty right. It is ripe, fruity, accessible, packed with red fruits. But it is also firm, with dry tannins to give structure, a great food wine that demands big winter dishes.",Tinto,10,83,Portugal,,,Tamara NV Tinto Red (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamara-nv-tinto-red/,Portuguese Red,,Tamara
13.8,White,US,"I wish there were more fruit in this wine, because it has the crisp, bold acidity that so many of today's Chards lack. But the fruit isn't there. You get a tease of citrus and peach, and then, poof, it's gone, disappearing into mere alcohol and wood.",,28,83,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Stags' Leap Winery 2005 Chardonnay (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2005-chardonnay-napa-stags-leap-district/,Chardonnay,2005,Stags' Leap Winery
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Medium-bodied and supple, but the fruit seems to fading, offering up modest black cherry flavors and notes of sous-bois and rhubarb.",Picnic,28,83,Central Otago,,,Two Paddocks 2004 Picnic Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-paddocks-2004-picnic-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Two Paddocks
15.9,Red,US,"Hot and clumsy. The huge alcohol really sticks out, making the wine Port-like, with a caramelly, chocolate fudge finish to the blackberry fruit. If you like this style, and lots of people do, it's for you.",,28,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2005 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2005-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2005,Earthquake
13.5,White,US,"Besides the smoky new oak and leesy flavors, there's not a whole lot of fruit in this wine. At first, you're tasting apples and peaches, but then the middle falls apart and the finish turns watery. Disappointing.",Special Reserve,30,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Herzog 2004 Special Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2004-special-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Herzog
13,White,Australia,"Grassy and herbal, this is a slightly pungent rendition of the classic white Bordeaux grapes. It's simultaneously herbaceous and stony, lacking a bit of flesh in the midpalate, but would serve well to wash down raw oysters.",Symbols,12,83,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2006 Symbols Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2006-symbols-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-frankland-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2006,Ferngrove
14.7,Red,US,"Nice structure in this wine, wonderful tannins, so sweetly ripe and soft, and such a good overlay of oak, but the problem is fruit. It's just not there, which leaves the alcohol standing naked and hot. Why this is, is a mystery from a good winery.",Unfiltered,32,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barlow 2003 Unfiltered Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2003-unfiltered-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Barlow
14.5,Red,US,"Raw and minty despite some cherry fruit, this Merlot is right on the borderline, and doesn't offer much to like right now. The tannins sting, and the finish is sharp.",,24,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Beaucanon
13.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly prickly from the start, but snappy throughout. Raspberry, cherry and red plum flavors are short and mildly pickled; however, the zest and mouthfeel of the wine are more than adequate.",Reserva,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Calina 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Calina
14,Red,Australia,"This unspecified blend of varieties from McLaren Vale is rather crisp, lacking the usual lush mouthfeel of South Australian red wines. There's a bit of a smoky, tarry note on the nose, then high-toned cherry and cranberry fruit, maybe even a touch of rhubarb. Drink now.",Red Wine,10,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simplicity 2004 Red Wine Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simplicity-2004-red-wine-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2004,Simplicity
15,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, with cherry, blackberry, plum and herb flavors. This is a good everyday full-bodied red wine, and versatile at the table.",,10,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Stevenot 2004 Merlot (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2004-merlot-sierra-foothills/,Merlot,2004,Stevenot
13.5,Red,Australia,"It's a bit simple, but cleanly made and fruit-forward, with plum and berry flavors that steam right on through from start to finish. Will easily wash down a variety of midweek dishes.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Little Penguin 2005 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-penguin-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2005,Little Penguin
14.6,White,US,"The winery continues to struggle for elegance in this superoaky Chardonnay. The wood almost drowns out the fruit. The wine also is on the sweet side, which will make it appeal to lots of consumers, but keeps it from being truly competitive at a global level.",Winemaker's Reserve,30,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Château Souverain 2004 Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2004-winemakers-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Château Souverain
14,Red,New Zealand,"Already showing signs of aging, this modest Pinot features herb-infelected strawberry flavors to go with slightly earthy, meaty aromas. It's a bit lean and thins out on the finish. Drink yesterday.",,17,84,Marlborough,,,Dashwood 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashwood-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dashwood
13.5,Red,US,"Showing a minty, green smell and taste to the cherry and blackberry fruit, this wine is very dry, with pronounced tannins and acids. It's a nice little Merlot, and would be a good buy even if it cost a few bucks more.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,King Fish 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-fish-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,King Fish
14,Red,South Africa,"There's not a lot of fanfare here, just a smooth blend of clove, plum and smoke flavors, but the oak adds texture and it's more subtle than one would expect from these varieties. There's a faint feel of juicy fruit but it fades and leaves just toasted oak.",,11,84,Stellenbosch,,,Kumkani 2004 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumkani-2004-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Kumkani
,Red,France,"Old-fashioned Burgundy with a light color, mature fruits and light tannins. This is a wine that has red fruit Pinot Noir flavors but misses the depth or complexity of a grand cru wine.",,102,84,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2002  Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2002-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2002,Patriarche Père et Fils
13.5,Red,US,"Smells inviting, with a lush, drink-me cherry, blackberry and spice richness, but then turns harsh in the mouth, with high acidity and a dry herbal quality. Cheese, olive oil and beef will soften and sweeten it.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2004 Dolcetto (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2004-italian-red-dolcetto-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Dolcetto,2004,Mosby
,Red,US,"A bit volatile when first opened, the aromas carry sharp, vinegary scents along with plenty of new oak. Caught in the backwash, the light fruit does not show much varietal character; there's no density, simply not much flavor there.",,25,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Goose Ridge
13.5,White,South Africa,"Deep flavors of hazelnut, French oak and citrus characterize this bold offering that will please fans of buttery, round Chardonnays. Its deep golden color, heady nose and assertive flavors add appeal, though backing off on the butter would have added balance.",,16,84,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 2004 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-2004-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2004,Jardin
,Red,France,"Despite its attractive perfumes, this wine seems light and simple for its Grand Cru status. There are pleasant fresh red fruit flavors and some dry tannins, and the wine finishes with a fresh acid lift.",,107,84,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Labouré-Roi 2004  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2004-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2004,Labouré-Roi
13,White,Chile,"Fairly pungent on the nose as it offers gooseberry, citrus and other typical grassy, green aromas. The palate provides mostly citrus flavors, particularly tangerine and grapefruit. A minor amount of character and complexity make it worth a go.",Casa La Joya Reserve,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2006 Casa La Joya Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2006-casa-joya-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Viña Bisquertt
14,Red,South Africa,"Smoke, smoke and more smoke—but paired with spice, clove and licorice, that's not such a bad thing. The regular plum and blackberry Shiraz flavors are here, but they take a back seat to an earthy ashiness that is very distinctive, though perhaps not for the fainthearted.",Ixia,9,84,Tulbagh,,,Theuniskraal 2005 Ixia Shiraz (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/theuniskraal-2005-ixia-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-tulbagh/,Shiraz,2005,Theuniskraal
,White,Italy,"Light and fresh, this wine hints at pear and apple; anise and almond on the nose, then turns citrusy on the palate. It's modest in intensity, but clean and refreshing on the finish.",,7,84,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico,,Ruffino 2005  Orvieto Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2005-white-orvieto-classico/,White Blend,2005,Ruffino
13.5,Red,US,"It's Merlots like this that keep the variety so popular in America. At an affordable price, it gives upfront cherry-berry, chocolate and spice flavors, in a rich, soft texture.",Appellation Series,11,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Turner Road 2005 Appellation Series Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turner-road-2005-appellation-series-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2005,Turner Road
12.5,White,South Africa,"Apricot, melon and peach on the nose lead to a viscous but slightly thin-tasting Chardonnay with some sweetness. Not terribly complex but an enjoyable, everyday drinking wine.",Chapter IV The Sea Serpent,9,84,Western Cape,,,Storyteller 2005 Chapter IV The Sea Serpent Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storyteller-2005-chapter-iv-sea-serpent-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2005,Storyteller
13.5,Red,Australia,"Round and grapy, with simple dark fruit flavors that hint at coffee or chocolate. Shows a little more tannin on the finish than some others in this price range, all the better to pair with steaks or burgers. Drink now.",Bin 50,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 50 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-50-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2005,Lindemans
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Cherry, blueberry and cassis backed by earthy coffee give this wine flavor and heft, but it's not a terribly complex pour. It would pair well with exotic dishes like spiced lamb or assertive cheeses. Grown in vineyards visited by the indigenous leopard population of the Franschhoek Valley/Western Cape Winelands area. Imported by Confluence Wine Importers.",,15,84,Western Cape,,,Leopard's Leap 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leopards-leap-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Leopard's Leap
13.9,Red,US,"One of the last released 2001 Cabs. At five years, the wine is good, but tannic, acidic and hot. From such a great vintage, you have to wonder why. Was it picked too early? It might go somewhere, because there's some fruit down in there, but for now, it's way too expensive for what you get.",Alta,50,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Farella 2001 Alta Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farella-2001-alta-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Farella
13,Red,US,"This is the best five dollar Merlot on the market. Heck, maybe even the best six dollar Merlot. It's dry and smooth and even stylish, with solid cherry, blackberry and herb flavors.",Twin Valley,5,84,California,California Other,California,Gallo Family Vineyards NV Twin Valley Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-nv-twin-valley-merlot-other/,Merlot,,Gallo Family Vineyards
13,White,New Zealand,"This wine is herbal and dangerously close to vegetal, without the accompanying rich fruit needed to completely balance it. A slightly oily, heavy texture gives the impression of weight and richness, but the fruit seems quiescent.",Vineyard Select,19,84,Marlborough,,,Kathy Lynskey 2006 Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathy-lynskey-2006-vineyard-select-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Kathy Lynskey
13,Red,US,"If you want something properly varietal, fruity and balanced, this Cabernet will pull it off.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Happy Camper 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-camper-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Happy Camper
14.5,White,South Africa,"Apple pie and fig, along with some lemon, lime and peach, are found in this friendly wine from the De Wet family estate dating back to the 17th century. The finish is broad with toasted oak and vanilla. Pair with seafood.",,10,84,Robertson,,,Excelsior 2005 Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/excelsior-2005-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2005,Excelsior
13.9,White,Chile,"Light, powdery aromas don't have a whole lot to say, while the dry, waxy palate features mild but solid apple and white pepper flavors. Finishes with some pear-like sweetness but also the bite of bitter almonds.",La Palma,9,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2006 La Palma Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2006-palma-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Viña La Rosa
14.1,Red,US,"This is for you if you like your Merlots soft, gentle and ripe almost to the point of sweetness. It's a one-dimensional wine, rich in fudgy chocolate, blackberry tart and sweetened rosehip tea flavors.",,29,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calistoga Cellars 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calistoga-cellars-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Calistoga Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and raw, but there's so much nice blackberry, cherry and spicy cola fruit, and the wine is so dry and balanced, that at this price, it's a bargain.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-merlot-other/,Merlot,,Barefoot Cellars
13.5,Red,Australia,"This rather lightweight Cabernet features cherry-scented fruit and hints of mint to go along with herb-inflected cherry flavors. Tannins are slightly drying, just enough to help cut through the grease of a weeknight burger. A solid commercial effort; drink now.",Yellow Label,12,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2004 Yellow Label Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2004-yellow-label-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Wolf Blass
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Crisp, fresh, citrus and green apple flavors for a deliciously appealing aperitif style of sparkling wine. A blend of equal parts Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir, this has a creamy texture which leaves a light floating aftertaste.",Cremant d'Alsace Brut,,89,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz NV Cremant d'Alsace Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-nv-cremant-dalsace-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Gustave Lorentz
13,Red,France,"This wine is all about minerality. It is dark, with a powerful tannic structure that dominates the spices and red fruits. Strong acidity and a layer of cool freshness mark this wine. A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan and Mourvèdre, it has aging potential for a couple more years.",Trigonia,13,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Abbotts 2004 Trigonia Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-2004-trigonia-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Abbotts
14.5,White,US,"This is really a nice Chardonnay especially at this price. From the appealing tropical fruit pie filling, tart green apple, kumquat, pear sorbet and sweet toasty oak flavors to the buttery, creamy texture, you'd guess it cost a lot more.",Reserve,15,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Castle Rock 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2005-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Castle Rock
,White,US,"King Estate is certainly the largest producer of Pinot Gris in Oregon, and probably in the country. Unlike the PGs that dominate the market, this is a fleshy wine, with lush flavors of pear and subtle cinnamon scents. All stainless steel fermented, aged sur lie for a bit of creamy texture, it's just slightly over 13% alcohol, making it a terrific oyster wine and flat-out food friendly for all your shellfish and lighter pastas. 64,000 cases.",,16,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2004-pinot-gris-oregon-65916/,Pinot Gris,2004,King Estate
,Red,US,"The 2003 is comparable to the Willow Crest from the same vineyard, with somewhat less concentration. Pleasing berry flavors are lightly touched with smoke and coffee, with some chalky, ashy tannins.",Minick Vineyard,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,C.R. Sandidge 2003 Minick Vineyard Syrah (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2003-minick-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Syrah,2003,C.R. Sandidge
,Red,US,"Firm and well-defined, this moderately-priced Pinot blends its lightly spicy, tart red fruit with annotations of mocha/cola, spice and toast. It does not push to be massive or jammy, but nicely expresses itself at appropriate (14.3%) levels of alcohol and with just a light dusting of new oak seasoning.",,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Winter's Hill 2004 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Winter's Hill
13.5,Red,US,"Last year's bottling was wonderfully rich. The ‘04 is more streamlined and minerally, and drier, too. The cherries, cola and rhubarb are there, and the finish is elegant and dry, but the wine is on the lean side. Just shows the importance of vintage in Pinot Noir.",Appellation Reserve Series Reserve,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Clos du Bois 2004 Appellation Reserve Series Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2004-appellation-reserve-series-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Clos du Bois
13.5,White,Spain,"Soft and smooth, with a bouquet of apples and caramel that's entirely appealing. This is not a complex Chardonnay, but for this varietal out of central Spain we shouldn't complain. The palate is balanced and offers good cantaloupe and peach flavors, while the finish is wide and features butterscotch and cinnamon.",,13,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Legado Muñoz 2004 Chardonnay (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legado-munoz-2004-chardonnay-vino-tierra-castilla/,Chardonnay,2004,Legado Muñoz
16,Red,US,"Carol Shelton's Zins are indeed wild. They have a wild berry character, a briary taste like freshly-picked black raspberries right off the bush. This one has a milk chocolate and white pepper edge, but it's dry and feels balanced despite enormously high alcohol.",Cox Vineyard Wild Thing,28,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Carol Shelton 2004 Cox Vineyard Wild Thing Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2004-cox-vineyard-wild-thing-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Carol Shelton
14.5,Red,Italy,"Noi means “us” in Italian and refers to the community of recovering drug addicts that produces this wine. With the help of consulting enologist Riccardo Cotarella, this is a delicious deep and concentrated wine that boasts a gorgeous nose of blackberry, plum, pressed violets and toasted notes: Sophisticated and succulent in the mouth.",Noi,28,87,Central Italy,Colli di Rimini,,San Patrignano 2004 Noi Red (Colli di Rimini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-patrignano-2004-noi-red-colli-rimini/,Red Blend,2004,San Patrignano
12.5,Red,Italy,"Fresh, clean and approachable, this wine offers simple linearity in terms of structure and concentration but holds its own in terms of aromas. Buried within are notes of ripe cherry, forest floor and white mushroom.",Centine,11,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2004 Centine Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2004-centine-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Banfi
13,Red,Spain,"Given the prices of Ribera Del Duero's wines these days, this one is a steal. The bouquet pumps black cherry mixed with licorice and vanilla, while the palate has some minerally shale notes to accent fundamental cherry flavors. Finishes with notes of toast, coffee and earth.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Annosus 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annosus-2004-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Annosus
14.7,Red,US,"Dry, crisp and elegant, with a silky texture made for food, this vineyard-designated Pinot could use more fruity substance and intensity. There are cherry, cola, rosehip tea and rhubarb flavors, but the wine is light, with a one-dimensionality.",Mononi Vineyard,54,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2004 Mononi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2004-mononi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Arista
13.6,Red,US,"Marin, just over the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco, is a rare origin for wine grapes, and for good reason. It's too cold. This Pinot shows its origins in the acidic, green minty streak that pervades it. There's lots of delicious cherry and raspberry fruit, but that wintergreen dominates, to the wine's detriment.",Devil's Gulch Vineyard,52,86,California,North Coast,Marin County,Dutton Estate 2004 Devil's Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2004-devils-gulch-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dutton Estate
13,Red,France,"A ripe, juicy, easy-drinking wine,  a blend of half and half Syrah and Merlot. Carbonic maceration – as used in Beaujolais Nouveau – has given a soft, freshly acidic red-fruited wine.",Le Canon du Maréchal Syrah Merlot,9,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Domaine Cazes 2005 Le Canon du Maréchal Syrah Merlot Syrah-Merlot (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cazes-2005-le-canon-marechal-syrah-merlot-red-blend-syrah-merlot-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Syrah-Merlot,2005,Domaine Cazes
13,Red,Italy,"Here's a Sangiovese that is light and lean in the mouth with a vibrant ruby color and pretty aromas of forest berry, tar, licorice and chopped herbs. There is also slight astringency that promises to soften up with a bit of aeration.     We need an appellation for San Marino",Brugneto,14,86,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Consorzio Vini Tipici di San Marino 2003 Brugneto Sangiovese (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consorzio-vini-tipici-san-marino-2003-brugneto-sangiovese-emilia-romagna/,Sangiovese,2003,Consorzio Vini Tipici di San Marino
13,Red,Italy,"This is a 75-25 percent Syrah and Sangiovese blend that goes down smoothly and comfortably. The nose offers notes of cherry, currant berry and spice that are attractive albeit simple. Syrah with its richness, and Sangiovese with its berry freshness make an interesting blend.",Pian di Nova,19,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Il Borro 2004 Pian di Nova Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-borro-2004-pian-nova-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Il Borro
13,Red,Italy,"This is a solid, easy wine with familiar Montepulciano grape characteristics including ripe berry, cherry and dark fruit aromas and a chunky, masculine build in the mouth. Thanks to six months in oak, it shows very rich fruit with smoke and espresso-like flavors and bitter tannins on the close.",Casale Vecchio,15,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Farnese 2005 Casale Vecchio  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2005-casale-vecchio-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2005,Farnese
13,White,Spain,Slightly heavy and seemingly ripe based on the apple cider and citrus blossom aromas. The palate confirms its health by showing baked apple and sweet citrus flavors. A proper wine that's big and peachy but not overdone.,,13,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2005 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2005-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2005,Naia
13.8,White,US,"A Monterey appellation on Chardonnay usually means a crisp, brightly acidic wine, with intense fruit flavors from the long, cool growing season. Here, you get upfront honeydew, apricot, pineapple, white peach, green apple and tangerine flavors wrapped in a creamy texture. Finishes with a softening touch of sweetness.",R Collection,13,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Raymond 2005 R Collection Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2005-r-collection-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2005,Raymond
12,White,US,"This firm, Alsatian-style dry Riesling will please fans of more esoteric, terroir driven-wines. Aromas of citrus and peach play on the nose, while a minerally backbone supports elegant flavors of orange and spice. A little oily on the palate and lacking some of the zest of more accessible Rieslings, this wine is still apt to please on many levels.",Dry,16,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ravines 2004 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravines-2004-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2004,Ravines
13.5,White,Italy,"From the tiny republic of San Marino, this is a 70-30 blend of Chardonnay and Ribolla with well-integrated fruit and toasted tones. Vanilla and butter aromas come on the heels of apricot, peach, bee's wax and acacia flower. Nice acidity and persistence too.     **We need an appellation for San Marino",Caldese,20,86,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Consorzio Vini Tipici di San Marino 2004 Caldese White (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consorzio-vini-tipici-san-marino-2004-caldese-white-emilia-romagna/,White Blend,2004,Consorzio Vini Tipici di San Marino
13.5,Red,US,"Inexpensive Central Coast Pinots are usually thin, which is why Concannon blended 15% Petite Sirah and Grenache. The wine is like a Pinot Noir with its light color and silkiness, but it offers plenty of cherry candy and blueberry flavors. Fully dry, this high-production Pinot is a good value.",Limited Release,14,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2005 Limited Release Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2005-limited-release-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Concannon
8.5,White,Germany,,Dr. L,12,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2005 Dr. L Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2005-l-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Loosen
13.5,Red,US,"Clos du Bois has been quietly working on this Spanish variety for years now, and the wine is showing results. It's a light-bodied, dry, soft wine, with cherry flavors and an earthy undertow of mushrooms and chocolate. The next step is greater complexity and depth.",Reserve,23,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2003 Reserve Tempranillo (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2003-reserve-tempranillo-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Tempranillo,2003,Clos du Bois
13,Red,US,"Aromas of bright cherry and spice paired with flavors of pepper and plum marry well here, despite a somewhat heavy toasted oak quality.",Taste Red,25,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 2004 Taste Red Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-2004-taste-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2004,Bedell
13,Red,Australia,"Light to medium in body, this has the silky mouthfeel of Pinot Noir to go with its crisp cherry-cranberry flavors. Hints of tomato leaf and tea start off engaging and herbal, but turn a bit drying and tannic on the finish.",,17,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Sticks 2004 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sticks-2004-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sticks
13,White,Spain,"Gold as a nugget, with all the full-on toast, butter and nut oil that stems from oak aging. Aromas of baked peach and apricot lead into a heavy but solid palate of Golden Delicious apple, white raisin and vanilla flavors. From a hot vintage; meaning it's ready to go right now or already past its prime.",,13,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Legado Muñoz 2003 Chardonnay (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legado-munoz-2003-chardonnay-vino-tierra-castilla/,Chardonnay,2003,Legado Muñoz
13.5,Red,Argentina,"This Bordeaux-style blend is rather heavy, and from the bouquet you can tell that it carries a strong level of oak. The palate is full of red fruit and spunk, but as you let it sit on the palate the acidity comes on aggressively before finishing a bit rough.",Primera Zona,31,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mapema 2002 Primera Zona Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mapema-2002-primera-zona-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Mapema
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A bit burnt and toasty early, with mild blackberry aromas forming a good backdrop. The palate is soft and ripe, with textbook burly but lovable black-fruit flavors. Has some juiciness as a result of solid but balancing acidity. A much better wine than the previous vintage.",,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Mil Piedras
13.5,Red,Spain,"Lighter bodied and more traditional than the new-age heavyweights, this peppery wine shows earth and leather on the nose along with rustic red-fruit aromas. The palate is pure cherry and berry, while the tannic finish is smoky and right. Nothing extraordinary; just good RDD the way it used to be made.",Tinto Roble,10,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2004 Tinto Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2004-tinto-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Viña Mayor
14,White,Australia,"Smoky oak plays a prominent role in this wine's flavor profile, so if you are oak averse, be warned. There's even some pronounced notes reminiscent of buttered popcorn. But the restrained melon and pear fruit gives the oaky coat some structure, imbuing it with a crisp, tart finish and bringing it to life.",Giant Steps Vineyard,25,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Sexton 2003 Giant Steps Vineyard Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sexton-2003-giant-steps-vineyard-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Sexton
14,Red,Argentina,"Bacon, toast and some herbal aromas come up from the dark nose, while the oak-driven palate deals cassis, blackberry and mint. With stark tannins, body weight and lots of color, this wine does not play the part of the wallflower. It's pretty rugged stuff.",Reserva,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Nieto Senetiner
13,White,Italy,"“Sorriso di Cielo” means “sky's smile” and this light, other-worldly image is nicely illustrated by this Malvasia-based wine. The aromas are clean, fresh and floral with white flowers and exotic fruit. It's slightly sweet in the mouth without too much fuss or complexity.",Sorriso di Cielo,17,86,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,La Tosa 2005 Sorriso di Cielo Malvasia Bianca (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosa-2005-sorriso-cielo-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-colli-piacentini/,Malvasia Bianca,2005,La Tosa
,Red,US,"This bottling from King is well-made, as always, but doesn't have quite the concentration that has been there in past vintages. The fruit is ripe, without any of the leafy vegetality that can plague Oregon in some vintages, but the wine tails off quickly and loses flavor just as quickly. Still, it might benefit from just another year or two of bottle age.",,26,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2004 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2004-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,King Estate
14.5,Red,Argentina,"A big, plump Malbec with 14.5% alcohol but also attractive plum, marzipan and earth notes. The palate is nice and fruity as it delivers solid plum and cherry flavors, while the finish is warm and cuddly. More size than style, but it handles its weight well.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Acordeón 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acordeon-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Acordeón
14.8,Red,US,"An impressive product from Colorado winery Canyon Wind. Deep and dark aromas of plums, grilled meat and chocolate are followed by an elegant blend of dark cherry, clove and coffee flavors. Balanced nicely, this wine has some heft but is smooth and easy to drink.",,20,86,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-grand-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Canyon Wind
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a fruit forward wine (95 percent Sangiovese with a small component of Canaiolo) with nice nuances of cherry and forest berry backed by white mushroom, an herbaceous or dill-like note at the back and a smoky note on the finish. In line with traditional Chianti Classico, it's an easy match to most foods.",Riserva,25,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellare di Castellina 2003 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2003-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Castellare di Castellina
15.4,Red,US,"More tannic, drier than in the past, this single-vineyard Zin, made from century-old field blended grapes, is tough right now. But it has a wealth of ripe blackberry and cherry jam fruit. The tannins really need rich, fatty meats and cheeses. Slow-cooked short ribs of beef will be perfect.",Rue Vineyard Old Vines Karma,33,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Carol Shelton 2004 Rue Vineyard Old Vines Karma Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2004-rue-vineyard-old-vines-karma-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Carol Shelton
13.9,White,US,"I love the purity of this Chardonnay. Even though it was barrel fermented, the oak is hardly noticeable, swamped by the acid-boosted exotic melange of limes, kiwis, pineapples, tangerine, candied ginger and cinnamon. It adds up to a taste treat.",,14,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2005 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2005-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2005,Husch
13,Red,Italy,"This is a wine with bursting red fruit and a solid dose of minerality that hits the nose in a solid and decisive fashion. Dig a bit deeper, and subtle notes of prune, coffee, dark chocolate, dried violet and rose petal appear. Tannins and acidity fall nicely into place.",Riserva Vigna Macereto,14,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Scopetani 2001 Riserva Vigna Macereto  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2001-riserva-vigna-macereto-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2001,Scopetani
13.5,Red,Australia,"Unlike some other vintages of this wine, which have seemed a bit hard, this effort is full-bodied and lush, albeit a bit unstructured. The result is a softly tannic mouthful of cola, black currant and dried-spice flavors that would be a fine companion to tonight's grilled steak. Good now.",Hill of Gold,17,87,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 2003 Hill of Gold Cabernet Sauvignon (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2003-hill-gold-cabernet-sauvignon-mudgee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rosemount
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dark garnet in color with some bricking apparent, this was “not a particularly good example,” according to Fladgate Partnership CEO Adrian Bridge. It was still enjoyable, but seemed to lack midpalate lushness, ending green and firm.",Vintage,165,87,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1985 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1985-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1985,Taylor Fladgate
,Red,US,"Here is an elegant, almost demure Pinot Noir, released very young. Pinot at this early stage can be a bit flirty; perhaps this one is playing hide-and-seek. Wild raspberry and sour cherry flavors define the mid-palate; but overall it is compact, closed and subdued.",Judith's Reserve,39,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Phelps Creek 2005 Judith's Reserve Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phelps-creek-2005-judiths-reserve-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2005,Phelps Creek
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and leathery initially, but airing reveals dark plum and violet-like aromas. The palate is sturdy and healthy, with nice acidity and tannins propelling ripe berry and cassis. The finish is fudgy and round, with vanilla shadings. Shows only the slightest hint of green tobacco at its core.",Amadores,21,87,Other,Argentina,,Palo Alto 2004 Amadores Cabernet Sauvignon (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palo-alto-2004-amadores-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Palo Alto
14,Red,Italy,"A score of interesting notes strive to push though to the nose such as leather, coffee, tar, almond paste, licorice and berry fruit but come off slightly muddled instead. There's an interesting chalky or dusty feel in the mouth with solid tannins and medium length. The wine is aged 20 months in French oak.",Magnificat,35,87,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2001 Magnificat Cabernet Sauvignon (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2001-magnificat-cabernet-sauvignon-emilia-romagna/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza
12.8,Rose,US,"The variety is Valdiguié, from old vines grown in Calistoga, with smaller amounts of Barbera, Tempranillo, Primitivo and Syrah from elsewhere, which makes it sound like the modern equivalent of an old field blend. It's a wonderful rosé, bone dry and so high in acidity it's a little sour, with subtle, complex herb, strawberry, dried flower and tobacco flavors.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fortitude 2005 Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortitude-2005-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2005,Fortitude
13.6,White,US,"A little sugary, but the fine acidity provides balance, and then there's the fruit, which really flatters. It's an explosion of pineapples, figs, apricots, limes, kiwis and vanilla, rich and complex. I had this with pea soup with pancetta. Fantastic echoing of flavors.",,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2005 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2005-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2005,Chateau St. Jean
13,Red,Italy,"You can't go wrong with a wine like this: It goes down smooth, is food-friendly and offers a complete package of alluring aromas. There's cherry, graphite, tobacco, chopped mint and licorice. It has a medium consistency and a polished finish.",Vendemmia Chianti Classico,14,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Dievole 2003 Vendemmia Chianti Classico  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dievole-2003-vendemmia-chianti-classico-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2003,Dievole
14,Red,Australia,"This 60-40 blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon delivers plenty of bang for the buck, accenting blackberry and fudge flavors with hints of coffee and roasted meat. The long, mouthwatering finish rests on supple tannins that should give this wine life through 2010.",Magnus,12,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 2003 Magnus Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-2003-magnus-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Leasingham
9.5,White,Germany,,Johannisberger Klaus Spätlese,25,87,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2005 Johannisberger Klaus Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2005-johannisberger-klaus-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Johannishof
13,White,US,"Delicate floral notes of jasmine lead to crisp, zesty flavors of lemon, orange and spice in this crowd-pleasing wine from historic producer Hazlitt 1852. A citric and mineral edge keeps it from being too cloying, but fans of bone-dry Riesling may find this a little lush and sweet. Will pair nicely with spicy Thai dishes.",Homestead Reserve,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2005 Homestead Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2005-homestead-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards
13.5,Red,Italy,"La Tosa is an interesting winery to watch out for from one of Italy's lesser-known winemaking regions. A blend of native Barbera and Bonarda grapes that see two months of oak, this is a young, concentrated wine with chocolate fudge and cherry preserves. It's dark, thick, structured and creamy in the mouth.",Vignamorello,21,87,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,La Tosa 2004 Vignamorello Red (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosa-2004-vignamorello-red-colli-piacentini/,Red Blend,2004,La Tosa
14,Red,Italy,"An interesting wine: Bright and concentrated, this Cabernet Sauvignon with 10 percent Merlot delivers green notes like minced herbs followed by cough drop and menthol freshness. Seven months of barrique add depth and complexity. Menthol notes follow to the mouth making this a first-class palate-cleaner.",Luna Selvatica,27,87,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,La Tosa 2003 Luna Selvatica Red (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosa-2003-luna-selvatica-red-colli-piacentini/,Cabernet Blend,2003,La Tosa
13.8,Red,US,"Husch is one of Anderson Valley's pioneers, but it's too cool for Cab there, so they grow it inland, with good results. The wine, which is moderately oaky, shows good acidity, and very ripe blackberry and cherry flavors that finish dry, with chewy tannins.",,21,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Husch
13,Red,Spain,"Gets out of the starting blocks with raw, peppery aromas that soon fold in cinnamon and other powdered spice notes. The palate offers red cherry and wild strawberry flavors along with touches of dill and chocolate.",La Vicalanda Reserva,20,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2001 La Vicalanda Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2001-vicalanda-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Bilbainas
14.5,Red,Australia,"Clove, peppermint and chocolate constitute the bouquet of this medium-bodied Shiraz. Plum, chocolate and spice flavors finish with slightly chalky tannins, but there's enough fruit for balance. Drink now with rare beef, or hold 2-3 years.",,19,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2003 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Margan
14,White,US,"Held back for an extra year longer than the winery's regular Chard, this bottling shows a smoky richness and fully mature, dried fruit flavors of apricots and pineapples. It's quite a complex wine whose zingy acidity adds balance and life.",Reserve,15,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Ironstone 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2004-reserve-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Ironstone
13.5,Red,France,"The cherry fruit of this Syrah is light, fresh and poised. Pair with barbecue.",Nord Sud,13,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2004 Nord Sud Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2004-nord-sud-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2004,Laurent Miquel
,White,Austria,"From the slopes of the Krems vineyards, above the Danube, this lively, fresh spicy Grüner has just the right mineral crispness along with some of the weight that comes from the Kremstal. At two years old, this wine is ready to drink, a great food accompaniment, ripeness balancing the poised acidity.",Vom Urgestein,,87,Kremstal,,,Türk 2004 Vom Urgestein Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turk-2004-vom-urgestein-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Türk
14.5,Red,Australia,"A fine example of the style that has come to typify Australian Shiraz, this is a round, lush wine, bursting with ripe berry and plum fruit and lashings of vanilla. There's not a huge amount of complexity or structure, just mouthfilling fruit and oak. Drink now.",,17,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,RockBare 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockbare-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,RockBare
14.5,Red,US,"Inquiring minds have wondered if the buyout of Mondavi by Constellation would result in diminished wines. So far, so good. This basic Cabernet continues Mondavi's tradition, a dry, balanced and elegant wine, much of which is from ToKalon. It's not a blockbuster, but who needs or can afford blockbusters?",,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Robert Mondavi
14,Red,Australia,"The 2003 vintage wasn't an easy one in McLaren Vale, and this wine reflects the coolness of the year, with minty, herbal notes that edge out the chocolate and cassis flavors. Structured and framed by dusty tannins, without the lushness required to pull it through in the end. Drink now-2010.",Mary Kathleen Reserve,45,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2003 Mary Kathleen Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2003-mary-kathleen-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Coriole
13.8,Red,US,"Getting Pinot ripe in the Green Valley is always the challenge. This is a wine made by the finest viticulture and enology. It's dry, lush, classically structured and silky, with beautiful cherry and blueberry flavors. Still, there's a green mint streak that's fine in a cough drop but bothersome in Pinot Noir.",Dutton Ranch Sanchietti Vineyard,55,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2004 Dutton Ranch Sanchietti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2004-ranch-sanchietti-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dutton Estate
13,Red,Italy,"A nice, soft Riserva from a difficult vintage that exhibits resin notes, pine nut, some mineral intensity, cherry flavors and dusty tannins. You'll get a chalky, velvety feel in the mouth.",Riserva,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello Banfi 2002 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2002-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2002,Castello Banfi
,Red,US,"The screwcap tells you that this is a wine for near-term, everyday enjoyment, and its unpretentious flavors will work in a variety of food settings. It's a bit weedy, showing the more herbal/stemmy side of Oregon fruit, but there are also flavors of cola, wild berry and buttercream, this last softening the finish and cutting the acidity.",,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Patton Valley 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patton-valley-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Patton Valley
14,White,Australia,"This is a nicely balanced Chardonnay, one in which no single element dominates. The fruit is mellow, tending toward the soft flavors of melon and pear, while the oak is deftly handled, imparting smoky notes that frame, not overwhelm. A harmonious, medium-bodied wine that could pair easily with various chicken dishes.",,17,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Coldstream Hills 2003 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldstream-hills-2003-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Coldstream Hills
12.5,Red,France,"Raspberry flavors give some varietal character to this wine, allowing the tannins to show through as it opens out. There's a definite earthy character, with some undergrowth flavors, but also good ripe fruit.",Pinot Noir Collection,14,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2005 Pinot Noir Collection Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2005-pinot-noir-collection-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2005,Gérard Bertrand
,Red,France,"A youthful wine, the flavors are ripe, raisiny and very soft, with black currant. The aftertaste is dry but fruity.",Tautavel Reserve,15,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Gérard Bertrand 2004 Tautavel Reserve Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2004-tautavel-reserve-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Gérard Bertrand
13.5,Red,Spain,"Bold berry fruit is the opening salvo, while next in line are aromas of mint and dried spices. The palate pours on the raspberry and cherry flavors, while strong but youthful tannins create a gritty but masculine mouthfeel and finish. Rough and ready, but satisfying",Limited Edition Crianza,14,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2003 Limited Edition Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2003-limited-edition-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Ramón Bilbao
14,White,Italy,"A structured, golden-hued blend of grapes that only sees stainless steel; there are notes of honey, beeswax, melon and dried straw. The wine could pair with white meat or more elaborately prepared vegetables. It has nutty flavors in the mouth and a creamy consistency without being syrupy.",Thea,23,87,,Colli d' Imola,,Tre Monti 2004 Thea White (Colli d' Imola),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2004-thea-white-colli-d-imola/,White Blend,2004,Tre Monti
14.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry, toasted almond and herbal notes characterize a wine that comes close to hitting optimal equilibrium if it weren't for the alcohol heat. Some wine enthusiasts may appreciate that quality especially if paired with a winter dish like hearty beef stew.",Thea,23,87,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Tre Monti 2004 Thea  (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2004-thea-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2004,Tre Monti
15.3,Red,US,"Lots of ripe wild berry fruit, a streak of wintergreen and white pepper, lush tannins, crisp acids and dry. That pretty much describes this elegant, complex Zinfandel. Some might find the mint unripe, but I think it adds an extra layer of interest.",Smith Bench Reserve,18,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2003 Smith Bench Reserve Zinfandel (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2003-smith-bench-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Wente
12.5,White,France,"A fresh, light, crisp wine, just what an Alsace Pinot Blanc – the perfect aperitif wine – should be. There's a good melon and citrus character, with some spice and weight in the mid-palate.",Pinot Blanc Reserve,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2005 Pinot Blanc Reserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2005-pinot-blanc-reserve-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Gustave Lorentz
,White,US,"This well-balanced wine has an appealing citric nose of lemon and orange mingled with oak, and is backed with flavors of apples and toasted vanilla. Sturdy flavors pop and then fizzle a little in the finish, but overall, an impressive selection from an area not known for wine. Good for Chardonnay drinkers who like a little zing with the cream.",,13,87,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet 2005 Chardonnay (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-2005-chardonnay-new-mexico/,Chardonnay,2005,Gruet
13.9,Red,US,"Bonterra has been a champion of organic grapegrowing, and their wines have always been classic expressions of varietal character. So it is with this inexpensive Cabernet. It's dry, richly tannic and flavorful in blackberries and cherries, with a ripe edge of cocoa. Fully drinkable now, it has real elegance and class.",,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Bonterra
13.3,White,US,"The name “renegade” refers to the wild yeasts that were allowed to start fermentation. The wine is very similar to Husch's regular Sauvignon Blanc, maybe a little higher in acids, a touch purer and more elegant, but pretty much the same and, like it, is a really good dry white wine.",Renegade,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2005 Renegade Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2005-renegade-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Husch
13.5,Red,Italy,"A charming treat from enologist Franco Bernabei, this Sangiovese-Cabernet Franc and Negretto Longanesi blend is a layered and intense red with green or vegetal notes, leather, licorice and black plum. The tannins are firm yielding a solid sensation in the mouth making this a perfect pairing partner to roasted leg of lamb. Drink now.",Graf Noir,60,87,Central Italy,Forlì,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 1997 Graf Noir Red (Forlì),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-1997-graf-noir-red-forli/,Red Blend,1997,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza
9.5,White,Germany,,Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,19,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
14.3,Red,Australia,"Creamy and soft, this blend of 795 Cabernet and 21% Merlot boasts cherry and cassis aromas and flavors that feature hints of eucalyptus and coffee. Drink now.",Rockbank Vineyard,19,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Camelback 2003 Rockbank Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelback-2003-rockbank-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Camelback
14,Red,Spain,"Not an easy wine to appreciate. It begins with a ton of funk, leather and sulfuric aromas. Time tames the beast, and with patience you get rich, meaty flavors of bouillon, plum, herbs and earth. Never quite achieves a level of brigthness but has qualities along the way.",,31,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alonso del Yerro 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alonso-yerro-2004-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Alonso del Yerro
14,Red,Argentina,"Also called Classico, this prestige blend of Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon hits like a hammer on the nose and then flows into a semi syrupy palate that offers ripeness but not as much harmony as the winery's more modest Malma. Maybe it's the Merlot and Cab, but the wine seems a bit short and solitary given its high aspirations.",Patagonia Universe,45,87,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2004 Patagonia Universe Red (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2004-patagonia-universe-red-neuquen/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Bodega NQN
13,Red,Australia,"Frankly fruit-driven, with bold aromas of melon and pear tinged with butter. Slightly honeyed fruit is gradually overtaken by spicy, peppery elements on the finish, but this is plump and fresh, a reasonably fair value in Australian Chardonnay.",Unwooded,15,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chapel Hill 2005 Unwooded Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapel-hill-2005-unwooded-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2005,Chapel Hill
,Red,US,"Spicy and a bit rough, this is a tannic wine, hard and tart. There's a subtle undertone of metal, and a slight greenness to the fruit; overall a lack of what you might call elegance. In this price range, you hope to find more detail and precision than is offered here. This wine seems to fade away quickly, leaving a stemmy, bitter impression.",Red Hills Estate,75,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Archery Summit 2004 Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2004-red-hills-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Archery Summit
14.5,Red,US,"You'll want to cellar this, although I won't guarantee results because the combination of hard tannins and superripe fruit is unusual. Those lockdown tannins limit pleasure now, while the fruit stretches from blackberries all the way to raisins. Yet the wine is dry and complex, and could surprise.",Game Ranch,65,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Goldschmidt 2004 Game Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2004-game-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Goldschmidt
,Red,US,"At the moment this newly released Pinot rests a bit uneasy; its fruit seems both overripe and underripe, and there is a bit of a hole in the middle palate. The flavors of green apple and rhubarb, combined with sharp acids, create a youthful wine which will certainly last a number of years. How it will develop is uncertain. For the moment, a few hours breathing time are in order.",Reserve,50,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ponzi
8.5,Dessert,Austria,"A lean wine, which is now certainly mature. There is certainly sweetness there, with some good perfumed fruit flavors, but it is lighter than the normal wines in the Münzenrieder offering, making it probably more food friendly. The acidity at the end is welcome.",Welschriesling Trockenbeerenauslese,,87,Neusiedlersee,,,Münzenrieder 1998 Welschriesling Trockenbeerenauslese Welschriesling (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/munzenrieder-1998-welschriesling-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-welschriesling-neusiedlersee/,Welschriesling,1998,Münzenrieder
13,White,Australia,"Australian Chenin Blanc may not be grabbing the headlines here in the States, but this is a fresh, crisp white that strikes a fine balance between fruit and austerity: The lime and stone fruit flavors are matched by chalky notes and a minerally finish. Worth a try with shellfish or lean, white-fleshed fish.",,15,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2006 Chenin Blanc (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2006-chenin-blanc-mclaren-vale/,Chenin Blanc,2006,Coriole
14,Red,Australia,"This blend offers an intriguing array of scents and flavors, ranging from dried spices, mint and blueberries to raspberry and citrus. This complexity is underscored by the long finish and fine tannins. Very good wine, it's just missing a bit of depth on the midpalate. Not presently imported, but may be available later in 2007.",The Old Barn,,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2003 The Old Barn Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2003-old-barn-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Coriole
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Very dark in color and concentrated on the nose, with pencil lead and leather accenting black-fruit aromas. The palate is moderately complex as it pushes blackberry, black cherry and cola. Nice in flavors and good in the mouth. It's everything you'd expect from a standard Cab but it doesn't go beyond the call.",Reserva,,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Terrazas de Los Andes
10,White,Germany,,Saarstein QbA,13,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schloss Saarstein 2005 Saarstein QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2005-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Schloss Saarstein
14,Red,Argentina,"Among the myriad critter wines that are coming out of South America, this Malbec is a serious offering with a balanced, broad set of fruity aromas and a plump, berry driven palate. Has the right amount of acidity and tannins to create a good mouthfeel, and the finish remains soft enough to enjoy",Roble,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Llama 2004 Roble Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llama-2004-roble-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Llama
11,White,Germany,,Wachenheimer,14,87,Pfalz,,,J.L. Wolf 2005 Wachenheimer Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jl-wolf-2005-wachenheimer-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2005,J.L. Wolf
,Red,US,"This is a 2005 vintage Pinot; released quite young. The wine is still knitting itself together, still showing very youthful flavors. The fruit runs to light red berries with some cherry tomato tartness; the 13 months in French oak, just a third of it new, adds smooth vanilla and light chocolate to the finish. Another six or 12 months should pull this together.",Dundee Hills Estate,60,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Lange 2005 Dundee Hills Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2005-dundee-hills-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Lange
14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a big, full-bodied, highly extracted wine, with some chewy tannins and slightly elevated alcohol on the finish. Flavors are oaky and dark, with chocolate and cassis joined by a hint of roasted pepper. A bit of a bruiser; drink it now with rare beef or lamb to help mellow its tannins, or age it several years and see if it develops more finesse.",,12,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Mandu 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandu-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Mandu
14.5,Red,US,"Ripe and fruity, this is an elegant, easy to drink red with a dry to semi-sweet taste. It has a medium body and rich flavors of cherries, blueberries, mocha, toast and vanilla.",,34,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2004 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2004-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Titus
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a Barbera that wants to escape its rustic past and turn into a fancy, modern wine. It succeeds, partially. The softness, the round smoothness of the tannins are something new for the variety. The flavors are delicious, cherries and licorice and spices, with a French oak edge. There's still something wildly brawny, but is sure is a nice wine.",J&S Reserve,28,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2004 J&S Reserve Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2004-j-s-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2004,Scott Harvey
12.5,Red,Italy,"Cherries, candied fruit and blue flowers denote a traditional Chainti and add a touch of sweetness to the nose. This wine has good persistency and presents more cherry-berry flavors on the finish.",Risasso,12,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Scopetani 2004 Risasso  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2004-risasso-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2004,Scopetani
14.3,Red,US,"The most modern tannin management has been applied here, to judge by the mouthfeel, which is as soft and velvety as anything out there. It's a tasty Merlot, but could be more concentrated and intense in fruit. The red and black cherry, black raspberry jam, and blackberry tea flavors are liberally oaked.",Reserve,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2003 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2003-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Raymond
13.9,White,US,"What Americans like about Viognier, namely an entire fruit stand in a bottle, this wine delivers. In alphabetical order, that would be apricots, apples, bananas (sauteed), guavas, nectarines, papayas, peaches and pineapples, for starters. That doesn't even count the spices and flowers. A wine of this size is enjoyable on its own.",,15,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2005 Viognier (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2005-viognier-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Viognier,2005,Sobon Estate
13,White,Australia,"Although some Australian Semillons are built to age, this one is immediately accessible, offering stony, minerally scents and flavors that hint of petrol, wet stones and green apples. It's medium-bodied, with a bright finish that manages to be crisp without being sharp or angular. Drink it over the next 2–3 years.",Brightview,17,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Simon Hackett 2006 Brightview Semillon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-2006-brightview-semillon-semillon-barossa-valley/,Sémillon,2006,Simon Hackett
13,White,US,"With no oak or malo -- an increasingly popular style in whites -- the fruit stars here. Tart green apples, grapefruits, limes, kiwis, persimmons and figs mingle and swirl into a long, clean and nicely dry finish.",Grandview Vineyard,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2005 Grandview Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2005-grandview-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Paradise Ridge
14,White,US,"With its polished acidity and herb-infused tropical fruit flavors, this is an especially nice Chard to have with food. It's thoroughly dry and very clean, with enough oak to provide an extra layer of vanilla cream and buttered toast.",,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Waterstone 2005 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2005-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Waterstone
14,Red,Australia,"A stronger effort than the golfer's white wine, this Shiraz slips down as easily as an uphill 10-foot putt. Subtle vanilla and cedar shadings frame dried cherries and plums, while the mouthful is smooth, with a silky touch to the finish. Drink now.",,15,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Nick Faldo 2003 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nick-faldo-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2003,Nick Faldo
13.5,White,Australia,"Penfolds white wine program is making strides—although one wonders if it is at the expense of sister brand such as Lindemans and Rosemount. This is a nicely balanced, elegant Chardonnay that blends toasty, mealy notes with layered pear, peach and citrus fruit. Drink it over the next 6–9 months.",Thomas Hyland,14,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2004 Thomas Hyland Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2004-thomas-hyland-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2004,Penfolds
13.5,White,Spain,"Solid and spunky, with tight mineral-driven apple and nectarine aromas. The palate yields citrus and dried fruits, while the mouthfeel and finish are smooth and satisfying but nothing extraordinary. Simply a good white wine made right.",Fuente Elvira,14,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pedro Escudero 2005 Fuente Elvira Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedro-escudero-2005-fuente-elvira-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2005,Pedro Escudero
13.3,White,US,"Fortitude is a new brand from Tony Soter, of Etude fame. The grapes for this wine come from a Calistoga vineyard. It's very dry, quite tart in acids, and minerally-citrusy, without the buttery, nutty quality of California Semillon, but it's a very elegant wine. Think of a cross between Albariño and Pinot Grigio. Sommeliers: Great by-the-glass wine.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fortitude 2005 Sémillon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortitude-2005-semillon-napa-valley/,Sémillon,2005,Fortitude
14,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese from Italy's central, eastern flank boasts clean and distinct aromas of blackberry, forest floor, marzipan and some black pepper. It's a medium-structured wine with a firm backbone and persistent, fruity flavors.",Torre di Ceparano,22,87,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Fattoria Zerbina 2003 Torre di Ceparano  (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-zerbina-2003-torre-ceparano-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2003,Fattoria Zerbina
14,Red,Italy,"You could call this a “concept” wine: five indigenous grapes (Montepulciano, Primitivo, Negroamaro, Sangiovese and Malvasia Nera) offer huge ripe red fruit, blueberry muffin and mocha fudge aromas. Unfiltered, it drinks like a young wine, but probably doesn't have long-lived aging potential.",Edizione Cinque Autoctoni,39,87,Central Italy,Abruzzo,,Farnese 2003 Edizione Cinque Autoctoni Red (Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2003-edizione-cinque-autoctoni-red-abruzzo/,Red Blend,2003,Farnese
,White,Germany,,Baron Heyl Estate QbA,17,87,Rheinhessen,,,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim 2005 Baron Heyl Estate QbA Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freiherr-heyl-zu-herrnsheim-2005-baron-estate-qba-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim
14.5,Red,Italy,"Here is an unusual Sangiovese blend with red berry aromas but also thicker, compelling notes of Graham cracker, caramel, cookie dough and cinnamon snaps. The tannins are chewy and you'll get milk chocolate flavors on the finish.    We need an appellation for San Marino",Tessano Riserva,25,87,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Consorzio Vini Tipici di San Marino 2001 Tessano Riserva Red (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consorzio-vini-tipici-san-marino-2001-tessano-riserva-red-emilia-romagna/,Red Blend,2001,Consorzio Vini Tipici di San Marino
14.7,Red,US,"If you're a fan of Petite Sirah, you'll like this one. It's inky dark, totally dry, tannic, acidic and rich in extracted berry, coffee and bitter chocolate flavors. It's obviously young now, calling for something oily like lamb, but should age for ten or twenty years.",Hillside Estate,30,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2004 Hillside Estate Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2004-hillside-estate-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2004,Collier Falls
14.2,Red,US,"How come Bernardus doesn't do a better job with Pinot? They get their grapes from the best vineyards, but the wines seem stuck in the mid-80s, score-wise. This one is very nice, dry, tannic and fruity, but it feels like it wants to be better than it is, and should be, at this price.",Rosella's Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2004 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2004-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bernardus
14.4,Red,US,"The difference between Bell's Cabernet  and its Claret seems to be the addition of a dash of Syrah to the Bordeaux grapes in the latter. Otherwise the two wines are pretty similar. The Claret is a little fuller-bodied, with a tarry undertow to the blackberry and cassis.",Claret,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2003 Claret Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2003-claret-red-napa-valley-64030/,Red Blend,2003,Bell
14.3,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet, this is a tough, young tannic wine. It's also fairly acidic. Combined with a dry earthiness, the wine is not particularly opulent or even drinkable now. It feels bitter and hard through the finish. But the signs of ageability are favorable. Best 2009-2015.",Tapestry Reserve,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Tapestry Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-tapestry-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,Red,Italy,"Here's a Chianti that ups the ante in terms of aromatic intensity: The red berry, blue flower, humus and porcino mushroom are framed by cedar, clove and spice thanks to six months of wood aging: Nice spice flavors on the palate.",,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellare di Castellina 2004  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2004-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2004,Castellare di Castellina
15.1,Red,US,"This is a good price for this wine, which has been boosted by Petite Sirah. It's full-bodied, balanced and rich in chocolate-covered cherries, blackberry and blueberry pie flavors, with a a tart, spicy edge of tangerine rind. Complex and interesting, it changes in the glass as it warms.",Cougar Hill,16,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2004 Cougar Hill Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2004-cougar-hill-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Sobon Estate
14,Red,Italy,"Give this wine a few moments to open and you'll be greeted by red fruit, roasted chestnut, coffee and vanilla. Made with Sangiovese and the Bursona Longanesi grape and aged in wood for two years, the wine is soft and round in the mouth with sour cherry on the finish.",Tauleto,50,88,Central Italy,Rubicone,,Umberto Cesari 2001 Tauleto Red (Rubicone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2001-tauleto-red-rubicone/,Red Blend,2001,Umberto Cesari
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The lightest of the first few wines, lighter even than the 1900, with no hints of russet remaining. It's a mellow Port, almost tawny in character, with nutty aromas and flavors tinged with figs and caramel. Drink up.",Vintage,,88,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 1935 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1935-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1935,Taylor Fladgate
14,Red,Argentina,"A sweet cherry essence characterizes the playful bouquet, while plenty of new oak adds mint and coconut. The palate is juicy, and a starburst of rugged, young fruit is prominently on display. Maybe it could use a bit more weight and darkness to rate excellent; but what's here is more than casual and well worth a go.",,14,88,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Piattelli 2004 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2004-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2004,Piattelli
,White,US,"Unoaked is the buzzword in the chardonnay world at the moment, and here you see it done especially well. The wine is bursting with fruit, lively with zippy acids and flavors of fresh pineapple and citrus. Crisp and fruity, forward and fresh; what's not to like?",Un-Oaked,15,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Phelps Creek 2005 Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phelps-creek-2005-un-oaked-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Chardonnay,2005,Phelps Creek
13.5,Rose,Spain,"This Catalonian winery is proving itself year after year, wine after wine. Abadal's dry Cabernet-based rosado starts with sweet strawberry and raspberry aromas, while next up you get pure, enticing watermelon, nectarine and raspberry flavors. Too bad you missed it over the summer but it's still healthy enough to drink before the 2006 arrives.",Abadal Rosado,17,88,Catalonia,Pla de Bages,,Masies d'Avinyo 2005 Abadal Rosado Cabernet Sauvignon (Pla de Bages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masies-davinyo-2005-abadal-rosado-cabernet-sauvignon-pla-bages/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Masies d'Avinyo
14.5,Red,Australia,"For a winery in only its fifth vintage, Ferngrove's 2004 Majestic Cabernet is a solid effort. Scents of toast, eucayptus and cherries turn slightly darker and take on a vanillin quality on the palate, married to a soft, velvety mouthfeel. Finishes soft and easy, enlivened by just a squirt of acidity. Drink now–2010.",Majestic,24,88,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2004 Majestic Cabernet Sauvignon (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2004-majestic-cabernet-sauvignon-frankland-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Ferngrove
8.5,White,Germany,,Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett,17,88,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2005 Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2005-hochheimer-holle-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Domdechant Werner
,Red,US,"This is an intriguing mix of herb, leaf, root and fruit. The nose opens with plenty of that classic Oregon tomato leaf character, followed with beet root and bark. But there's also sweet plum and currant, cherry and berry. It's big, potent, flavorful and still coming together, but all the components are there for an ageworthy, detailed wine.",,34,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,De Ponte Cellars 2004 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponte-cellars-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,De Ponte Cellars
14,Red,Australia,"An interesting contrast to the majority of Australian Shiraz, Chapel Hill's 2004 boasts crisp acidity and a juicy, lipsmacking finish. Dollops of vanilla and caramel highlight bright berry flavors. Drink now–2012.",,18,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chapel Hill 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapel-hill-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Chapel Hill
13.8,Red,Italy,"A big, bold Cabernet executed in a modern, New World style, this wine layers on generous amounts of cherry fruit, toasted wood, vanilla and black berry. The oak element is anything but understated, yet it does not distract from the fruit. Let it rest two or three years in your cellar.",Nemo,35,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Monsanto 2003 Nemo Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2003-nemo-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Castello di Monsanto
14.6,White,US,"There's a streak of tart green apple running through this Chard that gives it a sweet and sour tang. Minerals, too, with a suggestion of lemony gunmetal or flint; you can almost taste chalk. This is a very good price for a dry, Chablis-style wine of real style and elegance.",,13,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Avila 2005 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Avila
14.7,Red,Australia,"This is pretty ripe stuff, with scents of coffee, chocolate and fruitcake that give way to flavors of cassis, tobacco and vanilla on the palate. Shows decent complexity and some youthful tannins; try now with rare beef or lamb or hold another 2–3 years.",,19,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Angus The Bull 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angus-bull-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Angus The Bull
12.5,White,Germany,,Ungeheuer Spätlese Trocken,30,88,Pfalz,,,J.L. Wolf 2005 Ungeheuer Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jl-wolf-2005-ungeheuer-spatlese-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2005,J.L. Wolf
14.2,Red,Australia,"Laughing Jack is a nickname for the Kookaburra, so this is a critter wine of a sort. But the resemblance ends there; this is a very good wine, layered with the complex scents and flavors of cracked green and black peppercorns, chocolate, black olive, roasted coffee beans and caramelized plums. Firm on the finish, so give it another six months or so to loosen up.",,28,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Laughing Jack 2003 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laughing-jack-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Laughing Jack
14.6,Red,US,"The grapes come from the best communes of south-central Napa, and most of the barrels were new French oak. The Cabernet is blended with a little Petit Verdot, Cab Franc and Merlot. The wine itself is soft and plush, with a velvety mouthfeel framing dry, ripe blackberry, cherry and cocoa flavors. Drink now.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-64029/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bell
14.3,Red,US,"Soft and lush enough to drink now, but such is the balance that it's also a good cellar candidate. The tannins are there, but they're the finely meshed, velvety kind. The flavors are an intricate blend of ripe blackberry and cherry fruit and new, smoky oak. This is really a polished, elegant Cabernet.",Reserve,60,88,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Martin Ray 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Martin Ray
15,Red,France,"It is rich, black and chocolaty, with new French oak flavors layering the power-packed fruit. For those who like big, brawny wines, this is a must-have.",Notus,67,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Abbotts 2001 Notus Syrah (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-2001-notus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-minervois/,Syrah,2001,Abbotts
14,Red,Spain,"This is a full-bodied, modern-style RDD that teeters on the edge of heavy and sun-baked but manages to keep itself upright. Very ripe and jammy on the palate, with concentrated dark-fruit flavors. Meaty and a bit soft. A wine that shows the typicity of the vintage.",,55,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Astrales 2003  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrales-2003-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Astrales
13,Dessert,Austria,"A pale rose-colored wine, made from the red grape Zwiegelt. Intriguing sweetness along with some tannins add to the freshness of the prune and citrus flavors. Delicious.",Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenaulese Nummer 1,67,88,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenaulese Nummer 1 Zweigelt (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-nouvelle-vague-trockenbeerenaulese-nummer-1-other-red-zweigelt-neusiedlersee/,Zweigelt,2004,Kracher
14.5,White,US,"Shows the dry, zesty Santa Ynez character of Sauvignon Blanc, with citrus, fig, melon and tobacco flavors that are rich and complex. Great acidity, bright and juicy, balances it all. This is a sophisticated white wine that sommeliers will love. From Foley.",,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lincourt 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Lincourt
14.2,Red,US,"Foley, whose second label this is, has been one of the most consistent Pinot producers in Santa Barbara, and their various tiers offer good value. This Santa Rita Pinot is dry and silky, an elegant wine with cherry, cola and oak flavors and a greal deal of polished complexity.",,30,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lincourt 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lincourt
13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Lavish aromas of honey infused with herbs or dried flowers emerge boldly from the nose at first, but subtle tones of melon, almond, apricot and white stone soon follow. This golden-hued dessert wine, made from dried grapes and aged eight months in oak, has a beautifully creamy mouthfeel and a perky, crisp close.",Domus Aurea,39,88,Central Italy,Albana di Romagna,,Stefano Ferrucci 2004 Domus Aurea  (Albana di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-ferrucci-2004-domus-aurea-italian-white-albana-albana-romagna/,Albana,2004,Stefano Ferrucci
13.5,Red,Australia,"A strong showing for coldstream Hills, with herb and sous bois shadings that give the cherry fruit further depth and dimension. It's medium-bodied and creamy-textured, with a finish that turns darker, adding chocolate notes. Drink now.",,17,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Coldstream Hills 2005 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldstream-hills-2005-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Coldstream Hills
13.5,Red,Italy,"Deep and incisive, two years of slow barrique aging create rich toasted notes such as charcoal, cigar box, licorice and vanilla although, thankfully, enough room is left for fresh cherry and berry fruit flavors. The wine is 95 percent Sangiovese with a small component of Merlot for softness: A brawny, oak-powered wine best enjoyed now.",Riserva,46,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria Nittardi 2003 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-nittardi-2003-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Fattoria Nittardi
13.5,Dessert,Austria,"A ripe, peppery wine, which has rich sweetness, but also a structured nature. It is fresh, but the alcohol is noticeable and takes away from the honeyed, dry botrytis character.",Senftenberg Müller-Thurgau Trockenbeerenauslese,,88,Kremstal,,,Proidl 2004 Senftenberg Müller-Thurgau Trockenbeerenauslese Müller-Thurgau (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proidl-2004-senftenberg-muller-thurgau-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-muller-thurgau-kremstal/,Müller-Thurgau,2004,Proidl
12,White,Australia,"Lean and a bit austere in texture, this is a crisp, citrusy Riesling that hints at crushed stone on the nose. Citrus and pineapple aromas turn to white grapefruit by the finish, then linger elegantly.",,15,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Peter Lehmann 2005 Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2005-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2005,Peter Lehmann
14.3,Red,US,"Shows lots of class and polish in a Cab with real Napa character. Everything is so ripe and sunny, from the sweet nutty tannins to the blackberry, coffee and cassis flavors, yet there's a balance of crisp acids. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink up.",Limited Release,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2003 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2003-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Conn Creek
14,Red,Italy,"Dark, concentrated and intense, this is a modern and inviting Cabernet Sauvignon (with 10% Merlot) with notes of milk chocolate, blackberry and plum. Impressive in the mouth too: It's succulent, creamy and has presence and personality.",Luna Selvatica,27,88,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,La Tosa 2004 Luna Selvatica Red (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosa-2004-luna-selvatica-red-colli-piacentini/,Red Blend,2004,La Tosa
14.2,Red,US,"This is one that needs some age. It shows Alexander's Valley's dry, soft herbal quality, a dusty sweet thyme and sage note to the cherries that's so opposite to Napa's chocolatey opulence, but no less complex. Best now through 2010.",Sky Pine Vineyards,32,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rezonja 2003 Sky Pine Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rezonja-2003-sky-pine-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rezonja
13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a vineyard-designate Chianti Classico with a pretty ruby red color and a wide offering of aromatic intensity: you'll get plums, dark berry, licorice and tar. The tannins are supple and smooth and create just enough structure to match grilled meats or sausages.",Vigna Il Poggiale Riserva,35,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellare di Castellina 2003 Vigna Il Poggiale Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2003-vigna-il-poggiale-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Castellare di Castellina
15.8,Red,US,"Made solidly in the Rosenblum style, namely high alcohol and superripe, but in this case Kent Rosenblum was able to ferment the wine to full dryness, instead of the residual sugar you find in many of his wines. This is a big, dark, rich, tannic Syrah, earthy and cherried. It will last a long time, but is best now.",Fran's Vineyard Reserve,45,88,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Rosenblum 2004 Fran's Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-frans-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-rockpile/,Syrah,2004,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,Spain,"More earthy, ripe and bulky than normal, with a lot of smoky/savory aromas. The cherry and apple-skin palate is propelled initially by acidity, and then core depth comes up. For a hot vintage, this wine is expectedly melting and warm. But it still has enough gusto and acid to keep it moving. Drink now through 2008 (with food) and you'll be happy.",La Montesa Crianza,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2003 La Montesa Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2003-montesa-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Palacios Remondo
13,Red,Argentina,"Bacon, tire rubber, pine tar and black cherry aromas set the stage for heady black plum, smoked meat and spice flavors. This is a stylish, serious red for the price; it has balance and structure as well as integrity and personality.",,11,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Budini 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/budini-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Budini
14.5,Red,US,"They say the vines are 75 years old, head-trained and dry-farmed. That's winespeak for intensity, which this Zin has plenty of. The concentrated cherry, raspberry, blackberry, root beer and chocolate flavors are wrapped into a soft, velvety mouthfeel that finishes somewhere between dry and just off-dry.",Maple Zin Old Vine,33,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Carol Shelton 2004 Maple Zin Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2004-maple-zin-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Carol Shelton
14.5,White,US,"Looking for something different? Try this very dry, crisp, minerally wine, made from a grape popular in Spain and Portugal. It's really wonderful, with lemony, flowery flavors and an edge of peach custard. The acidity is terrific.",,16,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2005 Albariño (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2005-albarino-central-valley-lodi/,Albariño,2005,Bokisch
,White,US,"In a Champagne bottle, this new wine is one part each of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah, with a splash (4%) of Viognier. It tries to emulate a Châteauneuf-du-Pape, but mostly tastes like a young, ripe, mutt red, with a tannic, iron spine and tangy red fruits.",XIII,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Willow Crest 2004 XIII Red (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2004-xiii-red-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Red Blend,2004,Willow Crest
14.5,Red,US,"My scores for Haywood Zins from Los Chamizal have been all over the board over the years, suggesting real vintage differences. In a cool year it can be tough and tannic. In a warm vintage, like this ‘04, the fruit is showcased, rich in blackberry jam, blueberries and cassis, with a long, dry, spicy finish.",Los Chamizal Vineyard Rocky Terrace,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Haywood 2004 Los Chamizal Vineyard Rocky Terrace Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-2004-los-chamizal-vineyard-rocky-terrace-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Haywood
13.5,White,US,"You won't believe how good this wine is at this price, how rich in true Chardonnay taste and mouthfeel. The peaches and cream, nectarine, tangerine and pineapple fruit are accented with smoky, vanilla-custard oak and creamy lees. An incredible bargain.",,8,88,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Pepperwood Grove
9,White,Germany,,Herrenberg Kabinett,23,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2005 Herrenberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2005-herrenberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Maximin Grünhäuser
9,White,Germany,,Josephshöfer Kabinett,22,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2005 Josephshöfer Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2005-josephshofer-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
,White,Austria,"A single vineyard bottling from master Grüner Veltliner producer, Bernhard Ott. It is fresh, crisp, flowery, light and clean. A great aperitif wine.",Am Berg,18,88,Donauland,,,Bernhard Ott 2005 Am Berg Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernhard-ott-2005-am-berg-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Bernhard Ott
14,Red,Australia,"Rolf Binder's eponymous wines used to be sold under the Veritas label, but now his name is front and center. This entry-level Shiraz-Grenache offers a great introduction to the Binder style, combining a velvety mouthfeel with elegant notes of spice and earth. There's black and plum fruit, but uncommon complexity for an Australian wine in this price range.",Halliwell,14,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Rolf Binder 2004 Halliwell Shiraz-Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rolf-binder-2004-halliwell-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-barossa-valley/,Shiraz-Grenache,2004,Rolf Binder
13,Red,France,"This wine comes from cool climate vineyards near the medieval city of Carcassonne, giving it a Bordeaux feel, with structured tannic fruit, some stalky blackcurrant flavors and a ribbon of wood that gives complexity.",Cabernet-Merlot Special Reserve,15,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2003 Cabernet-Merlot Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2003-cabernet-merlot-special-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Les Jamelles
14.5,Red,Australia,"A solid effort for an Australian Merlot--not, seemingly, a grape variety that performs its best Down Under. This is leathery and meaty, with hints of Worcestershire layered over slightly pruny fruit. Ultrasupple and creamy, with a coffee-tinged, mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",,23,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2002 Merlot (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2002-merlot-barossa/,Merlot,2002,Schild Estate
14.5,White,US,"Oaky and deeply flavored, with a wealth of passionfruit, mango and pineapple custard flavors, this Chard hails from a cool part of the mountains, but it's from a hot vintage. The combination of ripeness and acidity works well.",Estate,27,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2004 Estate Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2004-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2004,Thomas Fogarty
16.2,Red,US,"Kent Rosenblum more than anyone in California is pushing the envelope with high alcohol. This wine, at 16.2 percent, will fly out the door with his fans. It's as plump and sweet as a cherry-infused chocolate truffle. The fruity intensity comes from the wine's mountain origins. If this is your wine, don't drink and drive.",Lyons Reserve,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Lyons Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-lyons-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
13,Red,France,"The ripe, generous character is here, with some fresh tannins and red berry flavors. It's open, easy-to-drink and shows good vibrant acidity.",Pinot Noir,9,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2005 Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2005-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2005,Les Jamelles
14.9,Red,US,"This is a very rich, flavorful Zin, strong in fruits and spices. It calls for equally powerfully-flavored foods. With its array of blackberries, cherries, mocha, rum punch and macaroon flavors and thick tannins, it will be good with a broiled steak in a wine reduction sauce.",Hoenselaars Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2004 Hoenselaars Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2004-hoenselaars-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Paradise Ridge
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Classic dark-cherry aromas start it out. Next up comes a ripe, snappy, zesty palate defined by pulsating raspberry accented with touches of milk chocolate and a blast of smoke. A serious wine with integrity.",Reserve Series,18,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Origin 2004 Reserve Series Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2004-reserve-series-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Origin
14.5,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied and richly textured, it delivers a big mouthful of wine for the price. The flavors are dark, leaning toward the coffee, tobacco and cassis range, with hints of vanilla and mint. Reasonably long on the finish, picking up a slightly tart edge to the flavors. Drink now–2010.",Promised Land,13,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Wakefield 2004 Promised Land Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2004-promised-land-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Wakefield
13.5,Red,Italy,"One-third Cabernet Sauvignon gives this Sangiovese-based wine enough power and structure to pair with game meat or barbecue. Red fruit, exotic spice, leather and roasted coffee characterize the aromas. The mouthfeel is thicker and meatier with soft tannins, nice intensity and mint on the finish.",Liano,30,88,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Umberto Cesari 2003 Liano Red (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2003-liano-red-emilia-romagna/,Red Blend,2003,Umberto Cesari
8.5,White,Germany,,QbA,17,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2005 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2005-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Grans-Fassian
13.7,Red,US,"This is an inaugural wine from Tony Soter, of Etude. The wine comes from a 70-year old vineyard in Calistoga, a mixture of Charbono, Zinfandel, Carignane and Petite Sirah, hence the term field blend. It's dry, layered and complex, and also tannic and acidic, a wine that surely will develop bottle complexity over the next ten years.",Frediani Field Blend,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fortitude 2004 Frediani Field Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortitude-2004-frediani-field-blend-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Fortitude
13,White,France,"The simplest, most approachable of the range of seven Pinot Gris from Lorentz, this Reserve is light, fresh, dry, with a touch of spice and smokiness. There's good acidity as well as a core of more weighty ripe pear flavors.",Pinot Gris Reserve,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2005 Pinot Gris Reserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2005-pinot-gris-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2005,Gustave Lorentz
14.5,Red,Chile,"Violets coat the primary nose, while lilac and pencil-lead aromas come in later. A juicy palate of black raspberry and zesty plum skins is both racy yet satisfying as it suggests grilled meats as a pairing. A bit of fresh raisin on the finish confirms the wine's ripeness.",Legado Reserva,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2004 Legado Reserva Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2004-legado-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2004,De Martino
,Red,US,"This has dark fruits, leaning toward mulberry and plum, and moves grudgingly through the midpalate wall of tannins into a finish of lightly buttery chocolate. But it moves, and it shows a confident, stylish winemaker at the helm.",Minick Vineyard,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,C.R. Sandidge 2002 Minick Vineyard Syrah (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2002-minick-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Syrah,2002,C.R. Sandidge
13.5,White,Australia,"A no-apologies, New World style of Chardonnay, with plenty of toasty oak framing lush buttered and grilled peaches. Big-fruited, this has the richness to pair with Dungeness crab, and a long, relatively harmonious finish as well.",Presidents Selection,17,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2004 Presidents Selection Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2004-presidents-selection-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2004,Wolf Blass
14.9,Red,US,"For some reason theis Syrah and Petite Sirah blend isn't quite as balanced as in previous vintages, but it's still a really good and interesting wine. There's a sharp jamminess here to the cherry, blackberry and fudgy mocha that makes the wine a little rustic. This is a very direct wine and calls for direct food, like a grilled sirloin steak.",Relentless,63,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2003 Relentless Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2003-relentless-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Shafer
,White,US,"It's rather odd to see a winery release its chardonnay a year later than its pinot noir, but this estate-grown Columbia Gorge wine seems to have benefited from the extra time in bottle. It's a spicy wine, showing baked apple pie flavors and a lovely mix of fruits in the mouth. Forward and juicy and truly ready to drink right now.",,17,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Phelps Creek 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phelps-creek-2004-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Chardonnay,2004,Phelps Creek
14.5,Red,Australia,"Fresh herbal notes add a cool-climate touch to this wine's cherry aromas, while on the palate chocolaty oak frames the cherry and cassis flavors. It's silky in texture, with a finish that's filled with soft but persistent tannins. Drink now through 2012.",Bin 407,25,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-bin-407-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Penfolds
9.5,Dessert,Austria,"With its relatively low alcohol, this wine is rich in texture and powered by intense sweetness. There is honey and ripe fruit flavors and acidity under the sweetness. Mature; drink now.",Welschriesling Chardonnay Trockenbeerenauslese,,89,Neusiedlersee,,,Münzenrieder 2002 Welschriesling Chardonnay Trockenbeerenauslese White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/munzenrieder-2002-welschriesling-chardonnay-trockenbeerenauslese-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,2002,Münzenrieder
13.7,Red,Spain,"Given the production (65,000 cases) and price, you can't come down on this wine. It's spicy and traditional as can be, with cured meat, cinnamon and snappy red fruit on the nose. The palate is just as zesty as the bouquet, but there's some depth and richness as well. Great for chorizo, grilled meats, cheeses and the like.",Reserva,15,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2001 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2001-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Marqués de Riscal
13.5,White,Australia,"Fox Creek's 2005 Verdelho has turned out to be a very enjoyable Chardonnay alternative, matching barrel fermentation and buttery, toasty notes with pear, melon and citrus flavors. It's a plump, succulent wine that goes down easy, filling the niche for a medium-bodied, oaked white at a very reasonable price.",,13,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek 2005 Verdelho (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2005-spanish-white-verdelho-mclaren-vale/,Verdelho,2005,Fox Creek
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Drinkability combined with power, and for $13: Alert the authorities! This is a textbook everyday Cabernet Sauvignon, the antithesis of a stripped-down, mass-market plonkster. The cola, berry and cherry flavors are pure as can be while the chocolaty, modestly tannic finish is lasting and secure.",Reserva,13,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Lurton 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Bodega Lurton
14,Red,Australia,"Kangarilla Road has become a reliable source of high-quality Shiraz, sold at reasonable prices. The 2004 is a soft, full-bodied wine filled with aromas and flavors of chocolate fudge, plums, dried cherries and spice, with a long, lively finish. Drink now.",,22,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Kangarilla Road
11,Dessert,Austria,"Hans and Christine Nittnaus' range of Premium sweet wines is delicious, but also quite delicate, tinged with freshness and crispness as well as the proper botrytis. An enjoyable wine.",Premium Beerenauslese,,89,Neusiedlersee,,,H.& C. Nittnaus 2003 Premium Beerenauslese White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-c-nittnaus-2003-premium-beerenauslese-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,2003,H.& C. Nittnaus
15,Dessert,France,"All the honey and perfumes of Muscat are in this bottle, which has a ripeness balanced by a freshness which make it irresistible. The texture is properly oily, silky perhaps, with just the right touch of acidity.",Petit Grain,,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Muscat de Saint-Jean de Minervois,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée NV Petit Grain  (Muscat de Saint-Jean de Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-nv-petit-grain-muscat-blanc-a-petit-grain-muscat-saint-jean-minervois/,Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée
,Red,US,"This comes from an older vineyard planted to Pommard clone Pinot Noir, and yielded less than a ton an acre in 2004. It is a wine that needs more time to pull itself together; all the right components are there but they are a bit disjointed. The center stage is the sweet, creamy core of the wine—wild berries and vanilla crème. With time it should rope in the still-ragged edges and merit a higher score.",Ana Vineyard,42,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lachini 2004 Ana Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2004-ana-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lachini
14,Red,Spain,"Ripe and heavy, with a chunky overtone to the nose that's perfectly right for the earth and spice that's present. This wine is almost two-faced in character: It has zest, acidity and red fruit that make you think along traditional lines; but the weight and a raisiny underbelly remind you of the vintage. Best now through 2008.",,30,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Pujanza 2003  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pujanza-2003-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Pujanza
,Sparkling,France,"This is very soft, open and ready to drink. It shows the character of the easy-going 1999 vintage. It will not age, it may not come from the greatest year, but its fresh, white fruit flavors are decidedly attractive and welcoming.",Cuvée Spéciale Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 1999 Cuvée Spéciale Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-1999-cuvee-speciale-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Nicolas Feuillatte
14.5,Red,Australia,"A solid Shiraz, Wolf Blass's Presidents Selection offers refined scents of pencil shavings, black currants and caramel. It's a wine with admirable purity of flavor, the blackberry and cassis fruit cleanly framed by vanilla-laden oak. Picks up a slightly brambly, briary edge on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Presidents Selection,19,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2004 Presidents Selection Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2004-presidents-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2004,Wolf Blass
,Red,France,"Big, bold and structured, this blend of Syrah and Carignan is a rich characterful, wine from one of the most exciting appellations in Languedoc. It shows plenty of Mediterranean warmth and ripeness, but its spice and sweet tannins give complexity as well as power.",Terroir,15,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Gérard Bertrand 2005 Terroir Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2005-terroir-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Gérard Bertrand
13.9,Red,US,"You don't think of Gary Farrell as a Cabernet producer, but here he is, and it's a good wine. Its tannicly tough and acidic, not your soft, chocolatey Cab but one of structure and a certain austerity you could call elegant. The wine is totally dry and should age well. Drink now-2016.",Sonoma County Selection,34,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 2002 Sonoma County Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2002-sonoma-county-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Gary Farrell
14.5,White,Australia,"The company may be going through a troubled time, but based on this showing, the winemaking seems as sound as ever. Vanilla and toast elements are nicely integrated with the pear fruit, which adds a fresh, citrusy note on the finish. Medium-bodied, this seems nicely suited as a partner to mild chicken dishes where the subtle nutmeg and cinnamon spice notes will come to the fore. Drink now.",,18,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 2005 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2005-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2005,Evans & Tate
12.5,Dessert,Austria,"Attractive and fresh, with peaches and apricots mingling with honey and lemon. Despite its relatively high alcohol, this feels and tastes light; food-friendly.",Beerenauslese,,89,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Heidi Schröck 2005 Beerenauslese White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2005-beerenauslese-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2005,Heidi Schröck
14.5,Red,Australia,"With its extremely supple texture, this is Cabernet you could drink tonight alongside filet mignon. The creaminess will complement the silkiness of the meat, while hints of green peppercorn serve to accent the ripe cherry and chocolate flavors. Drink now–2010.",Phoenix,20,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2003 Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2003-phoenix-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Penley Estate
15.5,Red,US,"This is a new winery for me, and they're off to a promising start. The grapes come from well-regarded vineyards in Russian River and Dry Creek, and the wine displays classic Sonoma features of dryness and richness, with Zin's typical wild, briary, brambly character.",Sonoma County Ranches,36,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Phipps 2004 Sonoma County Ranches Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phipps-2004-sonoma-county-ranches-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Phipps
14.5,Red,Australia,"This impressively dark, full-bodied Shiraz appears to be in a bit of a closed phase, to judge by its present muted aromatics. Firm and shut down on the finish, this should reveal more blackberry and coffee flavors after 2008.",,25,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Coriole
,Red,US,"The Laurene bottling has long been DDO's reserve Pinot. In recent years, as the densely-planted estate vineyards have gained maturity, the wine seems to have become more austere. Although it is already three years past the harvest, it remains tight and unyielding, lightly herbal, perhaps a bit tannic and earthy. Hints of clay and mineral come through in the finish, and there is sharp-edged raspberry/cranberry fruit.",Laurene,65,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Drouhin 2003 Laurene Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-2003-laurene-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Drouhin
8,White,Germany,,Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,17,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2005 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2005-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
9.5,White,Germany,,Berncasteler Doctor Kabinett,38,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Berncasteler Doctor Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-berncasteler-doctor-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
14.5,Red,Italy,"Another surprise hit from central Italy with bright, vibrant color, modern-style concentration and lush notes of roasted coffee, mocha, plum, black cherry and cedar wood (thanks to 14 months of oak aging). It's equally big and bold in the mouth with chewy tannins and a robust, meaty quality. This is a wine worth looking out for.",Luna Nuova,,89,Central Italy,Romagna,,San Valentino 2003 Luna Nuova Red (Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-valentino-2003-luna-nuova-red-romagna/,Red Blend,2003,San Valentino
,Red,US,"Red fruits, light cranberry and refined tannins create a sense of stylish elegance. Impeccable balance and a light touch with the oak keep the wine lively and fresh through a medium-long finish.",Estate Grown Reserve,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Four Graces 2004 Estate Grown Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-graces-2004-estate-grown-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,The Four Graces
9.5,White,Germany,,Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese,23,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2005 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2005-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Peter Nicolay
13,White,Spain,"Delicous Verdejo with no pretenses. The nose is big and oily, but still fresh and full of green herbs and citrus fruits. Solid, stand-up flavors of melon and peach are nice, and there's even some nuttiness to the stone-fruit dominated finish. A bargain white that touches the right notes.",,11,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Valdelainos 2005 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelainos-2005-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2005,Valdelainos
14,Red,France,"A big wine, that balances its generosity with a sense of structure. Pepper and bold black fruits go along with an herbal character. A blend of Grenache, Carignan and Syrah.",Mas Janeil,13,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,J. & F. Lurton 2003 Mas Janeil Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2003-mas-janeil-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,J. & F. Lurton
8,White,Germany,,Rüdesheimer Drachenstein Spätlese,15,89,Rheingau,,,Anthony Hammond 2004 Rüdesheimer Drachenstein Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-hammond-2004-rudesheimer-drachenstein-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Anthony Hammond
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful and unique rendition of Sangiovese with a vibrant ruby color, berry notes, menthol freshness and tight, dusty tannins on the finish. This part of Tuscany is hotter, less hilly and has different soils than Chianti Classico; these distinctions create a more robust and intense Sangiovese.",Polissena,24,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Il Borro 2004 Polissena Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-borro-2004-polissena-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2004,Il Borro
14.5,Red,Australia,"Shows more structure than most Australian Shiraz at this price point, its firm acidity and ample tannins framing plum and vanilla flavors. Hints of eucalyptus, chocolate and coffee add complexity on the nose and finish. Drink now–2012.",,18,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 2003 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2003,Evans & Tate
,White,US,"Veronique Drouhin makes this estate chardonnay as she would make it in her native Burgundy. It's a wine of breed and finesse, with crisp, detailed aromas that reward your attention with nuances of flowers, stone fruit, melon and spice. Precisely-detailed, sculpted and elegant, it is still rather young and unyielding. Unlike most New World white wines, this one definitely needs more years in the bottle.",Arthur,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Drouhin 2005 Arthur Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-2005-arthur-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Domaine Drouhin
,Red,US,"Daedalus Cellars winemaker Aron Hess purchases fruit from a wide range of vineyards and here mixes fruit, clone and fermentation practices with exceptional skill. This is a tightly wound young wine, showing a solid core of sweet cherry fruit. Rather than broaden out into a lazy fatness, as so many California Pinots do, this resonates with lingering grace notes and firm acids through an extended finish.",,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Daedalus 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Daedalus
8.5,White,Germany,,Hallgartener Jungfer Gold Capsule Spätlese,23,90,Rheingau,,,Prinz 2005 Hallgartener Jungfer Gold Capsule Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-2005-hallgartener-jungfer-gold-capsule-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Prinz
14,White,Australia,"This is a lush, richly textured Chardonnay that showcases ripe peach and melon wrapped in a soft cocoon of vanilla and buttered toast. Yes, the wine is woody, but the fruit matches the oak's intensity. Ends long, marked by dried spice nuances.",,15,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2005 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2005-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2005,Tapestry
11,Dessert,Austria,"This shows great intensity of fruit, of honey and of orange marmalade flavors. It has weight, great richness and, with those few extra years to mature, is a delicious, if intensely rich, wine.",Sämling Trockenbeerenauslese,,90,Neusiedlersee,,,Münzenrieder 1999 Sämling Trockenbeerenauslese Scheurebe (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/munzenrieder-1999-samling-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-scheurebe-neusiedlersee/,Scheurebe,1999,Münzenrieder
7.5,White,Germany,"Light in body and very easy to drink, with pristine flavors of flower greens, green apples and lime and a clean, fresh finish. The only clue that this is from an exceptionally ripe vintage is the hint of tropical fruit—verging on banana and melon—that may be found amidst the flavors. Imported by Schmitt-Sohne Inc.",Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Kabinett,17,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Markus Molitor 2005 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2005-zeltinger-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Markus Molitor
13.5,Dessert,Austria,"The fruit and the richness are all Austrian, with the weight of the Scheurebe giving both richness and power to the wine.",Beerenauslese,,90,Mittelburgenland,,,Gesellmann 2004 Beerenauslese Scheurebe (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gesellmann-2004-beerenauslese-other-white-scheurebe-mittelburgenland/,Scheurebe,2004,Gesellmann
14.3,White,US,"Shows the lean, structural approach Farrell famously takes toward his wines. It's almost an austere Chard. You get dryness, acidity, alcohol, oak, lees, and citrusy, flowery fruit. This is not one of your big, fat Chards, but it is a complex wine that will benefit from four or five years of cellaring.",Westside Farms,38,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Westside Farms Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-westside-farms-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Gary Farrell
13.5,Red,France,"Under the shadow of the coastal mountain of La Clape, near Narbonne, Gerard Bertrand has produced a highly perfumed wine, with dry tannins and fresh, violet scents. It has delicacy and elegance, making it great to drink with food.",Grand Vin La Clape,20,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Chateau de l'Hospitalet 2003 Grand Vin La Clape Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lhospitalet-2003-grand-vin-clape-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Chateau de l'Hospitalet
14.5,Red,US,"Clos du Bois over the years has not produced great Merlot, but that may be changing, to judge from this wine, their best Merlot ever. It's lush and dry, with ripe blackberry and cherry pie filling and dark chocolate flavors. Yet it's not simple, offering layers of herbs, spices and oak and a good interplay of acids and tannins.",Reserve,22,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2003 Reserve Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2003-reserve-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Clos du Bois
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Like its cousins, the Bella Vista vineyard bottling is dark as night. But this wine shows more blueberry and sage on the nose, while the palate is a touch funky as it unloads black fruit infused with the essence of smoked meat and fennel. Very acidic and tannic, but with food it will show nicely.",Finca Bella Vista,112,90,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Achaval-Ferrer 2004 Finca Bella Vista Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2004-finca-bella-vista-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2004,Achaval-Ferrer
,Red,US,"From Spring Mountain, a new Bond single-vineyard bottling. It's a big wine, a bit obvious and, for me, the least of the current batch. It's so big it's almost cumbersome, and lacks the breed and elegance of its sister wines. Toasty caramel overpowers, while the wine is as gooey-sweet as melted chocolate. It's a controversial wine, made from very young vines. Could be an ager.",Pluribus,230,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2003 Pluribus Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2003-pluribus-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,BOND
14,Red,Argentina,"Wavy and earthy, but with plenty of oak and stout black fruit. This is a stocky Malbec with a ton of oak-based chocolate, mocha and mint surrounding intense but not overly complex berry flavors. It's a mouthful for sure, with all the heft and richness Argentina has to offer.",,14,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Kaiken
10.5,Dessert,Austria,"A single vineyard wine (Turner is the name of the vineyard). Based on 100% Furmint, a Hungarian grape, there is freshness that floats over the richness and sweetness, giving a lift of citrus to go with the orange marmalade flavors.",Turner Ruster Ausbruch,,90,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Heidi Schröck 2004 Turner Ruster Ausbruch Furmint (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidi-schrock-2004-turner-ruster-ausbruch-other-white-furmint-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,Furmint,2004,Heidi Schröck
,White,US,"Here's a very seductive Pinot Gris, done in the soft, plush style that Oregon is best at. Smooth and supple, it's got a good mix of apple and pear, the flavors suggesting spicy tart more than fresh cut fruit. Excellent definition and pure pleasure in the mouth.",,18,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Lachini 2005 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2005,Lachini
,Red,US,"Lachini's S is a remarkable wine, broad and lush, heavily extracted, and plump with ripe strawberry fruit. Succulent, thick and chocolaty, it supports its ripe power with underpinnings of tart acid, a combination of voluptuous fruit and snappy acid that really keeps the palate fresh and waiting for the next sip.",S,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lachini 2004 S Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2004-s-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lachini
10.5,Dessert,Austria,"This is as much about spice and fresh sweet apple flavors as it is about actual botrytis sweetness. The Gelber Muskateller gives tastes of cinnamon, pepper and nutmeg as well as fruit, while preserving the raciness of the grape variety.",Gelber Muskateller Beerenauslese,,90,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2002 Gelber Muskateller Beerenauslese Gelber Muskateller (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2002-gelber-muskateller-beerenauslese-other-white-gelber-muskateller-kamptal/,Gelber Muskateller,2002,Bründlmayer
15,Red,Australia,"A 60-40 blend, this wine starts off with scents of vanilla, coffee and cinnamon, but backs that up with plenty of blackberry and plum fruit. It's big and full-bodied, but firm, defined by structure rather than lushness. Drink now-2012.",,18,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Twelve Staves 2004 Shiraz-Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twelve-staves-2004-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Grenache,2004,Twelve Staves
13.4,White,US,"Gewurz fans will exult in this Alsatian-style wine. It's basically dry, although low in alcohol (by California standards), and provides an array of papayas, citrus fruits, lichee, honeysuckle, tangerine zest and those wonderful Gewurz spices. If more Gewurz was like this, more people would drink it.",Dry,18,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2005 Dry Gewürztraminer (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2005-dry-gewurztraminer-central-coast/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Claiborne & Churchill
14.2,White,US,"Most of the grapes come from Ventana's vineyard in the Arroyo Seco, one of the most underestimated white grape terroirs in California. The vineyard's capacity for producing ripeness with acidity is amply shown in this dry, crisply fruity wine. Its dusty brown spice, white and yellow stone fruit and wildflower flavors are just delicious.",,17,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Thomas Fogarty 2005 Gewürztraminer (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2005-gewurztraminer-central-coast-monterey/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Thomas Fogarty
13,Red,Spain,"Luxe raspberry and blackberry aromas blend with some leather to create a solid, soothing bouquet. The palate is fairly deep and pure, with sophisticated berry, cherry and mild herb flavors. Long and spicy late. No frills but a complete wine for a good price.",Crianza,10,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 2003 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2003-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Ramón Bilbao
,White,US,"Tawny gold in color, this wine's flavors can only be described as autumnal. It's a bit one dimensional – tart apple, tasting a bit like a hard cider, dusted with cinnamon and quite juicy. Definitely a wine for acid lovers, and a wine that will match up well to foods that need some acid to cut through. Despite one hundred percent malolactic fermentation and extended lees contact, the acids reign supreme.",Reserve,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2004-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Ponzi
14.6,Red,US,"I've liked this wine over the years because of the Bordeaux-like elegance it achieves without losing Zin's wild, briary side. Here, the wine is softer and a little sweeter than in the past, given the hot vintage, but it's still balanced and rich in true Dry Creek Zinny character.",Rocky Reserve,33,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Carol Shelton 2004 Rocky Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2004-rocky-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Carol Shelton
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Always a good deal, the 2005 offers mocha, coffee and lemon peel aromas on what can only be called an oaky bouquet. The palate is fairly ripe, a touch hard and tannic, and ultimately not too complicated or heavy. Drink now to experience Malbec's easygoing charms.",,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altos Las Hormigas 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altos-las-hormigas-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Altos Las Hormigas
,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Brane Cantenac, just released. This shows the the stalky side of Margaux, although the fruit is fresh, with dry tannins and black fruit flavors. Drink this for its ease and delicacy.",,,87,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Baron de Brane 2004  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-de-brane-2004-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Baron de Brane
14.3,Red,US,"A good Syrah at a good price. It's fully dry and quite balanced, with a nice tension between the dusty tannins, acids, oak and the earthy, blackberry fruit. That feeling of elegant complexity lasts through the finish. Nice job.",,12,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pavilion 2004 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2004,Pavilion
14.9,Red,US,"Others have called this wine sexy and seductive. That's because it's as soft and gooey as a melted chocolate truffle. Throw in some black cherry fruit and smoky new oak, and there you have it. It's rich and ripe and mellow, and while it's very good, the quibble is that it's not particularly complex, and will be difficult to match with food.",,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Shafer
13.5,White,Italy,"There's a delicate balance on the nose of this straw-colored wine with notes of dried sage, stone fruit and lavender honey. No one aroma outshines the others; the wine shows good fruit-acidity equilibrium in the mouth. Made from a blend of Grechetto, Trebbiano, Verdello, Malvasia, Drupeggio, Chardonnay and Riesling.",Castagnolo,,86,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico Superiore,,Barberani 2005 Castagnolo  (Orvieto Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2005-castagnolo-white-orvieto-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2005,Barberani
14.7,Red,US,"There's an old fashioned quality to this Zin, good for washing down sausages, lamb, char-broiled beef, a savory roast chicken. There's some overripeness, in the raisins and chocolatey Port, but in this case, it's fine, just a quirky part of the wine's likeable personality.",Gia Domella,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Passalacqua 2004 Gia Domella Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passalacqua-2004-gia-domella-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Passalacqua
13.5,Red,Italy,"Notes of blackberry and blueberry emerge first and are quickly followed by marzipan, licorice and cedar wood. This wine boasts a nice, firm structure that comes off clean, not heavy.     WE NEED AN APPELLATIN FOR FORLI' (ACCENT ON THE I)",Notturno,15,86,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2004 Notturno Sangiovese (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2004-notturno-sangiovese-emilia-romagna/,Sangiovese,2004,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza
13,White,Australia,"This is a simple, crisp seafood-ready white, lean without being angular. Green apple, honey and clover-blossom aromas yield to grassy, field-fresh flavors backed by pervasive notes of white grapefruit.",,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Four Sisters 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-sisters-2005-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Four Sisters
14.2,Red,US,"A little light, but shows real elegance and class in the smoothly ripe tannins, soft, expressive acidity that boosts the fruit just enough, and succulent oak regimen. If the cherry and black raspberry fruit was more concentrated, the score would soar.",,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Flora Springs
13,White,Italy,"Fresh and fragrant, this straw-colored white wine is redolent of honeysuckle, apricot, dried herbs and has some lemon soda on the end. This is a simple, nicely layered wine with a good deal of pizzazz and personality that sees seven months in barrique to give it a soft edge.",Casale Vecchio,15,86,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Farnese 2005 Casale Vecchio Pecorino (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2005-casale-vecchio-italian-white-pecorino-terre-chieti/,Pecorino,2005,Farnese
12,White,Germany,,Hochheim Classic,17,86,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2005 Hochheim Classic Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2005-hochheim-classic-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Domdechant Werner
13.5,White,US,"There's little or no oak on this wine to mask the pure fruit flavors that are boosted by succulent acidity. It's an explosion of pineapples, tart green apples, figs, spicy melons and kiwi fruit, with a tangy, white peppery finish. Easy to enjoy, yet fancy enough for that white tablecloth.",Reserve,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo Family Vineyards 2005 Reserve Pinot Gris (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-2005-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-county/,Pinot Gris,2005,Gallo Family Vineyards
14,Red,Australia,"Coriole's basic Shiraz-Cab blend is a solid wine, one that offers graham cracker and blueberry aromas and similar flavors, picking up hints of blackberry, coffee and pepper. It's crisp and firm without being particularly tannic. Drink now.",Redstone,20,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2003 Redstone Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2003-redstone-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Coriole
13.5,White,Australia,"This wine starts off rather toasty and woody-smelling, but the wood is much less noticeable on the palate, where pear and peach flavors take over, given focus by crisp, citrusy notes on the finish.",Deen Vat 7,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2005 Deen Vat 7 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-deen-vat-7-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,De Bortoli
12.5,Dessert,Italy,"Its color is deep amber and its nose is redolent of dried lemon peel and orange zest. It lacks big, dried fruit aromas like other Albana di Romagna passitos, but makes up for it with a creamy, almost viscous mouthfeel and just the right amount of acidity to cleans the palate.",Solara,18,86,Central Italy,Albana di Romagna,,Celli 2003 Solara  (Albana di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celli-2003-solara-italian-white-albana-albana-romagna/,Albana,2003,Celli
9,White,Germany,,Rüdesheimer Berg Roseneck Spätlese,25,86,Rheingau,,,Anthony Hammond 2004 Rüdesheimer Berg Roseneck Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-hammond-2004-rudesheimer-berg-roseneck-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Anthony Hammond
13.5,Red,Australia,"A surprisingly strong effort from this Foster's-stable value brand, this ultrasoft, creamy-textured Shiraz combines scents of cassis with flavors that gradually turn redder and slightly rhubarby, moving through cherry to end crisp and cranberryish. Dustings of spice and cocoa keep it from being too simply fruity. Drink now.",,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2004 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Black Opal
13.8,Red,US,"Here's a nice Pinot that shows how ripe that sprawling region can get the grapes while still preserving fresh acidity. The raspberries, cherries, cola and rosehip tea are joined by a rich, fudgy coating of almost sweet milk chocolate. Meanwhile, those acids are just perfect, skimming off babyfat and making the wine balanced.",,25,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hug 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hug-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Hug
14.5,White,Austria,"Hugely rich, this powerful wine is very ripe, packed with lychees and spicy fruit flavors. The super-ripe fruit, selectively picked on November 30 in 2005, is dense, concentrated, medium sweet, but pierced through with fine, fresh acidity.",Frechau,,89,Kremstal,,,Türk 2005 Frechau Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turk-2005-frechau-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Türk
14,Dessert,Italy,Dried peach and apricot with luscious honey-like tones describe both the aromas and flavors of this Romagna dessert wine made from dried grapes. It is aged in oak  for one year to add nuances of toast and almond nut.,Colle del Re,28,89,Central Italy,Albana di Romagna,,Umberto Cesari 2003 Colle del Re  (Albana di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2003-colle-del-re-albana-di-romagna-63523/,Albana,2003,Umberto Cesari
14,Red,Australia,"A subsidiary label from Coriole, the Toa Shiraz is a sturdy, seemingly ageable red filled with plum and cassis fruit and garnished by a hint of vanilla. It's earthy and solid, with a layered finish. Drink 2008–2012.",,25,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Toa 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toa-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Toa
14,Red,France,"Produced by Gerard Bertrand, this is a typically perfumed wine, with aromas of wild flowers. There are flavors of dried figs and chocolate, with herbs and a dry aftertaste, leaving tannin and acidity. Decant before serving, it is still young.",,19,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Domaine de Villemajou 2004 Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-villemajou-2004-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Villemajou
13.5,Red,Argentina,"As Bonarda goes, this wine is one of the best I've tried. From the onset there's pure fruit on the nose along with hints of mint and vanilla. The palate beams with red cherry, plum and chocolate. It's a statuesque red with the price of a thousand inferior wines. Highly recommended should you come across it.",,10,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Durigutti 2004 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durigutti-2004-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,Durigutti
14,Red,Spain,"A very dense version of Tempranillo, with brooding aromas of pencil lead, mossy earth and full-stock black fruit. The palate is exceedingly rich, such that it's perilously close to raisiny. But in the end the wine holds its line and delivers all the chocolate and baked fruit a New World junkie might want.",Selección de Viñedos de la Familia,112,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2003 Selección de Viñedos de la Familia  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2003-seleccion-vinedos-familia-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Felix Callejo
14.5,Red,Australia,"A 60-40 blend of Shiraz and Grenache that also blends fruit from Barossa and McLaren Vale, this medium-bodied wine features scents of cedar, vanilla and mocha. The flavors are of tart cherries coated in chocolate, while the finish is crisp and clean.",,17,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Redhouse 2004 Shiraz-Grenache (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhouse-2004-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-south/,Shiraz-Grenache,2004,Redhouse
13.5,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese has an earthy, porcino mushroom note that doesn't distract from the variety's characteristic notes of pressed violet and cherry. Mineral notes also shine through and the wine shows nice crispness on the close.",Ceregio,15,85,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Fattoria Zerbina 2004 Ceregio  (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-zerbina-2004-ceregio-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2004,Fattoria Zerbina
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Fairly granular and pruney, this wine based on Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc is scattered like buck shot. There's color, body and acidity but the fruit is hard to identify and the overall feel is rather soft and chunky. At this price it could use more finesse and balance.",Quimera,48,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2004 Quimera Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2004-quimera-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2004,Achaval-Ferrer
13,Red,Spain,"Fruity and punchy, with bright, no-nonsense aromas in front of fresh, clean flavors of cherry and raspberry. More juicy and simple than intense and complicated. The wine is all about fruit and flow.",,10,85,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Bonal 2005 Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonal-2005-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2005,Bonal
,Red,US,"The reserve wine is a barrel selection, limited to just 65 cases. I confess that I did not find a great difference between the reserve and the regular bottling. The same quite leafy flavors were much in evidence; this wine may have had a bit more tannin and it also finished with an unusual minty note.",Nicholas Estate Reserve,39,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anam Cara 2004 Nicholas Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2004-nicholas-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Anam Cara
13.4,Red,US,"As good as many Pinots costing much more. While it's on the light side, it has a silky texture, with crisp acidity and gentle tannins that let the cola, raspberry and spice flavors glide over the palate. Finishes nice and dry. Try with meats or poultry in mushroom sauce.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Angeline 2005 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2005-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Angeline
,Red,US,"Second harvest vines yield a rather light pinot. The color shows some unexpected tawniness; the wine seems heading for an early maturity. Scents are strongly in the tomato leaf quarter, and that overpowering note continues through the finish. This is not unusual for Oregon pinot, but seems to indicate vines that need more time to mature. Alcohol just 13.3 percent.",Nicholas Estate,29,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anam Cara 2004 Nicholas Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2004-nicholas-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Anam Cara
14,Red,Australia,"Starts off a bit brambly and herbal, but the fruit is spicy and fresh, showing some supple tannins on the midpalate. Cherry flavors pick up a minty herbaceousness on the finish that would make this wine work well with lamb. Drink now.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Bulletin Place
13.8,Red,US,"A dry, balanced wine with ripe cherry and blackberry flavors, and a nice edge of tannins to cut through beef and cheese. Great for inexpensive entertaining.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Canyon Road
14.8,White,US,"Well-ripened, a balanced Chard showing plenty of upfront fruit flavor and an opulent layer of toasty oak. Peaches and cream, tropical fruit and vanilla custard flavors lead to a spicy, slightly astringent finish.",,19,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,X 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,X
12.5,White,Italy,"Apricot, peach, nuts, honey and cut grass emerge first on the nose of this pale straw-colored wine. It's equally fragrant and clean in the mouth with medium to lean structure and dimension.",Farneto Valley,7,85,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Farnese 2005 Farneto Valley  (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2005-farneto-valley-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2005,Farnese
10,Dessert,US,"This dessert wine is left on the vine until it reaches fantastic sugar, then artificially frozen to mimic the conditions of authentic ice wine. With a pale color and strawberry-raspberry flavors, it's enormously sweet and low in alcohol, but not particularly complex.",Amador Ice Zinfandel,35,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2005 Amador Ice Zinfandel Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2005-amador-ice-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2005,Renwood
13.9,Red,US,"Juicy and chockful of fruity flavor, this is a nice, inexpensive Zin for ribs, chicken, even a steak. Berries, cherries, cola, coffee, chocolate and spices all mingle into a richly tannic finish. The wine is fully dry and moderate in alcohol.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2004 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2004-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Dancing Bull
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smoky and caramelly at first, but there are also plenty of tart cherries and some herbal notes. Smooth enough in the mouth, this medium-bodied Cab finishes with dark chocolate flavors framing tangy cherry fruit. Drink now–2012.",Mulberry Tree,19,85,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2003 Mulberry Tree Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2003-mulberry-tree-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bleasdale
13.9,White,US,"Earthy and dry, with a dusty feeling, this pleasant Chard has apple and peach flavors enhanced with winemaker bells and whistles, like partial malo and partial oak. Still, it has a certain one-dimensionality of fruit.",,26,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley-64023/,Chardonnay,2005,Bell
13,White,Spain,"Clean and minerally on the nose, with hints of pear and apple. The palate is a touch sharp and jumpy, with notes of nettle tangling with more common grapefruit flavors. Seems to start confidently but loses steam along the path. Tiny production of 210 cases.",Prius de Moraña,14,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Solar de Munosancho 2005 Prius de Moraña Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-munosancho-2005-prius-morana-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2005,Solar de Munosancho
13.9,Red,US,"Bold and dark, this Cabernet from Idaho producer Snake River Winery has elements of black cherry, herbs and vanilla on the nose and on the palate and is smooth without being flabby. A bold-flavored wine with ample tannins and body mean this could age a little, too.",Arena Valley Vineyard,17,85,Idaho,Idaho,,Snake River 2002 Arena Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snake-river-2002-arena-valley-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-idaho/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Snake River
13.5,White,US,"There's a ton of fruity flavor packed into this inexpensive wine. Clean and crisp in acids, it bursts with ripe juicy peach, lime, kiwi, green apple, fig, spicy melon, papaya and honeysuckle flavors that finish with a honeyed richness. And that's just for starters.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Smoking Loon
13,Red,Italy,Here's an intensely cherry-flavored wine with vinous and menthol like notes. It's also and easy wine with medium intensity and a spicy touch on the finish. Nicely integrated acidity too.,Gutturnio,11,85,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,La Tosa 2005 Gutturnio Red (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosa-2005-gutturnio-red-colli-piacentini/,Red Blend,2005,La Tosa
14,White,US,"An unoaked wine that shows you don't need caramel and vanilla to make a good Chard. You get crisp acids and that earthy, mulchy richness that Carneros Chards have underlying the peaches and pineapples.",Cassidy Ranch,14,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kopriva 2005 Cassidy Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopriva-2005-cassidy-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Kopriva
11,White,Germany,,QbA,12,85,Pfalz,,,Villa Wolf 2005 QbA Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-wolf-2005-qba-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2005,Villa Wolf
12.5,White,US,"Structured, buttery oak flavors comprise this enjoyable wine. Heft from beginning to end and the viscous mouthfeel offers some indulgence, but the wall of oak offers little evidence of the flavors beyond, lending simplicity to a wine that, by variety, has potential to offer something more.",,17,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ravines 2004 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravines-2004-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2004,Ravines
17,Red,US,"With 17 percent alcohol, this Zin puzzles me. It is decadently good, soft and gooey as a sauce you'd pour over pie or ice cream. Cherries, chocolate fudge, creme de cassis, raspberry cream liqueur, how delicious is that? More questions: what is the definition of table wine? Am I prejudiced against high alcohol? I welcome reader comments.",Hendry Vineyard,45,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Hendry Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-hendry-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
13.5,Rose,US,"This is dark in color for a blush, almost a red wine, but it's better treated as a rose and chilled. It shows a vibrant freshness and Sangiovese's cherry flavors that are set off by crisp acids and a fruity, dry finish.",Bella Rosa,10,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2005 Bella Rosa Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2005-bella-rosa-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2005,Pope Valley Winery
13.5,Red,Italy,"A solid, clean and straightforward red with lighter ruby hue and consistency: This is the kind of wine you need for informal occasions. Cherry, chocolate and herbal aromas are backed by medium tannins.",Riserva,16,85,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Tre Monti 2003 Riserva  (Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2003-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2003,Tre Monti
14.3,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is pretty good, showing polished berry, cherry and earth flavors with a dry edge of coffee and tobacco. It's still fresh in tannins, even at this age, but is unlikely to develop. Drink now.",Cuvée de la Luna,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2002 Cuvée de la Luna Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2002-cuvee-luna-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Valley of the Moon
12.5,White,Australia,"Although it's labeled Pinot Grigio, this is thousands of miles away from northeastern Italy in style. It's broad in the mouth, marked by pear, melon and spice notes, without the citrusy balance of Italian versions, yet it all works together, with the spice--crushed pepper and ground cinnamon--providing a sense of focus. Lacks a bit of depth, but at this price, who's complaining?",Bin 85,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 85 Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-85-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Lindemans
14,Red,Argentina,"Quite unusual in its aromas; there's a funky but not offputting mix of saucy fruit, aged cheese and green olive. The palate is also aloof, as obtuse berry flavors blend with savory notes and a bit more olive. Good mouthfeel and finishing length help it along.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Durigutti 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durigutti-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Durigutti
13.8,Red,US,"This is a balanced Cabernet with plenty of true varietal character. The blackberry and cherry flavors are enriched with an edge of smoky oak, and the wine shows smooth polished tannins and a thoroughly dry finish.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Heron 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Heron
13,White,Italy,"Here's a pale, straw-colored white with melon, honey, citrus, white minerals and fresh, clean aromas overall. It also has attractive creaminess in the mouth that denotes good structure and persistency.",Farneto Valley,7,85,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Farnese 2005 Farneto Valley Chardonnay (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2005-farneto-valley-chardonnay-terre-chieti/,Chardonnay,2005,Farnese
13.5,Red,US,"Good price for a  nicely dry, fruity Merlot that offers rich, ripe tannins that frame cherry, blackberry and spice flavors. For an everyday wine, it shows lots of elegance and finesse.",,11,85,California,Napa,Napa County,Castle Rock 2003 Merlot (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2003-merlot-napa-county/,Merlot,2003,Castle Rock
14.2,White,US,"Clarksburg is the Sacramento Delta region that's located in the hot inland, but benefits from fogs and breezes blowing in from the Golden Gate. This wine shows fresh acids that boost and cleanse the ripe tropical fruit, peach and apricot flavors.",,14,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Siqueira 2005 Chardonnay (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siqueira-2005-chardonnay-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chardonnay,2005,Siqueira
8.5,White,Germany,,Kabinett,20,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schloss Saarstein 2005 Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2005-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Schloss Saarstein
,Red,US,"Made from one of the best vintages ever on Long Island, and backed by Roman Roth, the winemaking talent behind Wolffer Estate, Shinn Estate and Roanoke. For the most part, it delivers with notes of exotic spice, spearmint and cherry in the nose, and a supple, smoked meat and herbal character whose parts come together with elegance.",,50,86,New York,Long Island,Long Island,The Grapes of Roth 2001 Merlot (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grapes-roth-2001-merlot-long-island/,Merlot,2001,The Grapes of Roth
13.9,Red,US,"Dry and tart in acids, with herb, blackberry and bitter dark chocolate flavors that finish with a tannic scour. More Bordeaux-like than Californian in the earthiness, but it's a polished wine. Decanting and food will soften and sweeten it.",Eakle Ranch,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2004 Eakle Ranch Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2004-eakle-ranch-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Pope Valley Winery
12.5,White,Italy,"An easy, refreshing white (60% Bianchino Faentino and 40% Chardonnay) with yellow fruit, fresh apricot, peach and citrus tones. Pretty aromas are successfully embellished by a touch of green grass or minced herb. It's lightweight in the mouth, but crisp on the close.     ** We need a new appellation for Colli di Faenza.",Chiaro della Serra,12,86,Central Italy,Colli di Faenza,,Stefano Ferrucci 2005 Chiaro della Serra White (Colli di Faenza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-ferrucci-2005-chiaro-della-serra-white-colli-faenza/,White Blend,2005,Stefano Ferrucci
16.7,Red,US,"This tastes like the sweetest of Kent Rosenblum's new Zins, which is saying a lot, since they're all  as sweet as Port. But here, the sugar seems like it was dumped in by the barrel. It's a delicious wine, chockful of blackberry, cherry, raspberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors, but it really does call for new Federal guidelines on what is a table wine and what is a dessert wine.",Cullinane Reserve,45,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Cullinane Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-cullinane-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
12.5,Red,US,"Meaty plum, clove and chocolate hit the nose first, followed by flavors of pepper, oak and spice. There's an initial, angular blast of cranberry and some thinness in the mouthfeel, but overall, a pleasant selection that will pair well with duck or lamb.",Estate,24,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Shinn Estate 2004 Estate Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shinn-estate-2004-estate-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2004,Shinn Estate
14,Red,Australia,"This is a joy to smell, filled with expansive notes of toasted coconut, ripe berries and vanilla, but also some darker, meatier scents. Unfortunately, the palate can't quite match the excitement level—the flavors are a bit simple and fruit-driven, while the mouthfeel could use more lushness and depth. It's still a good effort and a worthy companion to steak or roasts.",,17,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tintara 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tintara-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Tintara
,Sparkling,France,"A blend of Chardonnay grapes from Epernay and nearby Chouilly, this is a crisply fresh wine, with good depth of green apple and light, delicate flavors. The nuttiness at the end broadens and deepens the complexity of the wine.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 1999 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-1999-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Nicolas Feuillatte
14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a throwback to the Penfolds style of the past, with plenty of stuffing and tannin packed into a dark red wine. Chocolate and plum flavors pick up hints of eucalyptus and leathery notes on the firm finish. Drink 2008–2015.",Bin 28 Kalimna,22,89,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-bin-28-kalimna-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2003,Penfolds
13,Red,Argentina,"Clean and smooth, with plenty of unadulterated red-fruit aromas. The palate is plump, with ripe plum and berry flavors. Finishes with crisp tannins, raspberry flavors and some style. It's the type of wine that has made Malbec's value-worthy reputation what it is today.",,9,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Conquista de Argentina 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conquista-argentina-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Conquista de Argentina
14,White,US,"Shows that distinctive Mondavi Fumé quality of extreme dryness, tart acids and gooseberry and spiced melon flavors, in addition to the usual citrus. In fact, there are similarities with Mondavi's famed To Kalon bottling, which vineyard contributed 20 percent of the grapes to the blend. It's a very good and elegant wine.",,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2005 Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2005-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2005,Robert Mondavi
12,Dessert,Austria,"As befits the Traminer grape, this wine is packed with spice as well as richness. The sweetness is less apparent; great almond and lychee flavors give this wine plenty of character.",Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 3,72,89,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2004 Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese Nummer 3 Traminer (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2004-nouvelle-vague-trockenbeerenauslese-nummer-3-other-white-traminer-neusiedlersee/,Traminer,2004,Kracher
13,Red,Austria,"A dry, firmly tannic wine that needs time to develop. Then those delicious herbal, red berry and elegant fruits will break out of the box of dry tannins and wood flavors. The Iby family's cellar in Horitschon in Burgenland, old on the outside, modern inside, is an increasingly fine source of solid red wines.",Hochäcker,18,89,Mittelburgenland,,,Iby 2004 Hochäcker Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iby-2004-hochacker-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2004,Iby
11,Dessert,Austria,"Rich and dense, this wine is all sweetness. There is nutmeg, along with ripe apricots and lashings of honey. Mild acidity makes this full and on the fat side.",Trockenbeerenauslese,45,89,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Höpler 2001 Trockenbeerenauslese White (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2001-trockenbeerenauslese-white-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,White Blend,2001,Höpler
,Red,US,"The Labyrinth bottling is thicker and somewhat more tannic that the winery's ‘regular' Pinot. Superb vineyard sources (Seven Springs, Carabella, Momtazi) comprise the blend, and the wine gets plenty of skin contact while awaiting spontaneous fermentation. It's saturated with color and redolent of herb and earth, bark and root, while the fruit, for the moment, takes a back seat. This is a wine that will benefit from extended breathing time and/or cellaring.",Labyrinth,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Daedalus 2004 Labyrinth Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2004-labyrinth-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Daedalus
15.1,Red,US,"Husch guarantees the vines are 55 years old. The flavors are dry, tannic and concentrated, with a chocolatey licorice and cassis-infused edge to the wild thorn bush berries. This small-production Zin is notable for having the balance and elegance of a fine red wine.",Old Vines,25,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2004 Old Vines Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2004-old-vines-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2004,Husch
13.5,Red,Italy,"A blockbuster red from a beautiful Chianti Classico estate that drinks like a slab of succulent charred steak. Billboard-sized aromas of cherry and espresso bean still manage to be overwhelmed by notes of burnt wood. If you can get past the woodshop tones, the mouthful is divinely velvety and supple with soft tannins and firm structure. Drink now.",Dieulele Riserva,55,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Dievole 2001 Dieulele Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dievole-2001-dieulele-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2001,Dievole
14,Red,Argentina,"Here's a fiery, bolstered blend of Malbec, Cabernet and Syrah that burns the nostrils with berry, herb and minty oak aromas. The palate gets some major points for its sweet, pure black-fruit flavors but there always seems to be some protruding alcohol that makes you question the label's stated 14%. One one hand it's handsome and just right; on the other it seems overdone.",Prestige,26,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carinae 2004 Prestige Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carinae-2004-prestige-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2004,Carinae
10.5,White,Germany,,Estate Rüdesheimer Burgweg,14,89,Rheingau,,,Anthony Hammond 2003 Estate Rüdesheimer Burgweg Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-hammond-2003-estate-rudesheimer-burgweg-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2003,Anthony Hammond
14.1,White,US,"As of the early Fall of 2006, this was a tight, acidic, dry young Chard, with the bracing quality of minerals and steel of a good Chablis. The winemaking was bells and whistles, with lots of new oak and sur lies aging. I would decant this wine for a few hours, or let it age in the bottle for as long as five years.",Special Reserve,25,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2004 Special Reserve Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2004-special-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2004,Husch
14,Red,Australia,"A debut release from American importer George Galey, this is a creamy-textured Cabernet that's not a blockbuster but rather an elegant, balanced rendition of the variety. Cassis, vanilla and cedar are the main players, with subtle herbal notes adding complexity. Drink now–2012.",,15,89,South Australia,South Australia,,9 Mile Road 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/9-mile-road-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,9 Mile Road
14.7,Red,US,"I don't know why this bottling is so variable over the years. The wine has been weedy and thin, and sometimes opulent and ageworthy. This one falls inbetween. It has harsh tannins and acvids and green, minty flavors, but also good cherry and blackberry flavors and lots of new oak. Doesn't seem like an ager.",Yountville Selection,135,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2002 Yountville Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2002-yountville-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Grgich Hills
13.8,White,US,"Textbook Lake Sauvignon, basically dry (maybe there's a touch of sweetness), well acidified and rich in figgy, citrus and tropical fruit flavors. The acidity is really what makes the wine work.",,24,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Leal Vineyards 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Leal Vineyards
14,Red,Spain,"Given the prices of Benjamin Romeo's wines, one should expect more. His Cueva del Contador isn't that impressive, and while this wine is better it's still a bit flat and raisiny, with molasses and a stewed black-cherry character. Romeo's wines just don't seem on the ball.",La Viña de Andrés Romeo,157,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Benjamin Romeo 2003 La Viña de Andrés Romeo  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-romeo-2003-vina-andres-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Benjamin Romeo
14.6,Red,US,"The wine tastes like it comes from hot country, as indeed this 2,200-foot high vineyard is during the summer. It's too soft in both acids and tannins, but makes up for it with deliciously sweet, but dry, chocolate-covered cherry and blackberry flavors that have quite a bit of sophistication.",Canterbury Vineyard,26,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Bell 2004 Canterbury Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2004-canterbury-vineyard-syrah-sierra-foothills-64098/,Syrah,2004,Bell
14.5,Red,Australia,"Dense and slightly pruny, with scents of overripe or baked plum and flavors that include black olive and earth. It's weighty and rich enough to get the job done with a fatty steak.",Bin 389,25,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Bin 389 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-bin-389-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2003,Penfolds
13.5,White,Spain,"Fresh, light and peachy is this three-way blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and the native Picapoll. The nose is clean and alluring, with no oak, while the flavors run toward pineapple, green apple and wet stones. More crisp than heavy, with a good feel and full, bracing acidity.",Abadal Blanc,16,86,Catalonia,Pla de Bages,,Masies d'Avinyo 2005 Abadal Blanc White (Pla de Bages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masies-davinyo-2005-abadal-blanc-white-pla-bages/,White Blend,2005,Masies d'Avinyo
19,Dessert,US,"This is the first Port in six years that Prager declared a vintage, so you know they think highly of it. It's pretty good, not great, but nicely sweet in blackberry and chocolate fudge flavors, with a good edge of acidity.",Royal Escort Paladini Vineyard Vintage,80,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2003 Royal Escort Paladini Vineyard Vintage Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2003-royal-escort-paladini-vineyard-vintage-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2003,Prager
14.5,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied and creamy in texture, this wine comes dangerously close to being heavy and lacking freshness. Thankfully, it stays just this side of that line, balancing rich chocolate fudge flavors with savory notes of cedar and smoke and mixed berries that turn tart on the finish.",,22,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Tapestry
13.5,White,Australia,"This comes across as a bit restrained on the nose, showing only hints of lemon curd and vanilla wafers, then ratchets up the intensity on the palate, where it displays bold citrusy flavors limned with a touch of vanilla. Medium-bodied, it finishes fresh and vibrant, with enough crispness to pair with shellfish.",Reserve,17,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2005-reserve-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Tyrrell's
14.5,White,US,"Dry and brightly crisp, with the pineapple tart, vanilla-flecked kiwi and lime custard flavors that are so typical of the appellation.",,11,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Castle Rock 2005 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Castle Rock
,White,France,"A delicious, herbaceous, grassy style of Sauvignon, fresh but full-bodied. There are flavors of green plums and a touch of thyme. Fresh and crisp.",Sauvignon Blanc Collection,14,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2005 Sauvignon Blanc Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2005-sauvignon-blanc-collection-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Gérard Bertrand
13,Red,Italy,"From a difficult vintage, this Riserva successfully brings forward red cherry, porcino mushroom, and mineral notes. The ensemble lacks overall intensity but that's absolutely fine for an approachable wine like that that could back pork or roast turkey.",Chianti Classico Riserva,20,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 2002 Chianti Classico Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2002-chianti-classico-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2002,Castello di Monsanto
14,Red,Australia,"Sturdily built on a chewy bed of tannins, but this impressively dark, full-bodied wine struggles to express its fruit. Plum, dark chocolate and earth flavors pick up a hint of black pepper on the finish.",Reserve,40,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tintara 2003 Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tintara-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,Tintara
14.3,Red,US,"Made in a riper style, with fruit pushed to the brink just before it turns raisiny, this single-vineyard Cab also is soft. It's immediately drinkable and is enjoyable in a rustically upscale way.",Cañon Creek Vineyard,48,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Midsummer Cellars 2004 Cañon Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midsummer-cellars-2004-canon-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Midsummer Cellars
13.5,Red,Australia,"At 85% Shiraz, why not just call it that? Marketing aside, this is a good, workaday wine, with somewhat generic cherry-berry flavors and helpings of coffee and tobacco. The texture in the mouth is smooth and creamy, while the finish turns crisp and mouthwatering. Drink now.",,15,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chapel Hill 2004 Shiraz-Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapel-hill-2004-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Grenache,2004,Chapel Hill
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Slightly rubbery and chemical at first, although time allows cherry and tobacco to take over. The palate is sweet and loaded with generic red-fruit flavors that touch on cherry and strawberry. Finishes full but a little creamy and candied. Not complex but tastes good once it hits its stride.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,San Carlos,,Carlos Basso 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (San Carlos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-san-carlos/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Carlos Basso
13,Red,Spain,"Violet in color, with full red-berry aromas. The grape is called Cencibel, and the wine is sweet, structured, a bit medicinal and quite pleasant overall. Not too tannic but structured enough to be balanced. A good mainstream red from a variety that's not common.",maceracion carbonica,12,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Ruiz Villanueva 2003 maceracion carbonica Cencibel (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruiz-villanueva-2003-maceracion-carbonica-tempranillo-cencibel-vino-tierra-castilla/,Cencibel,2003,Ruiz Villanueva
14.8,Red,US,"Ripe and plush in the Rosenblum manner, this Merlot shows chocolate, blackberry jam and cherry liqueur flavors. It's easy to understand, an instantly appealing wine that will go nicely with a charred steak.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2004,Rosenblum
12.5,Red,Italy,"This wine has loads of balsam and menthol-like notes, which I find particularly attractive. Candied cherry almond and a brambly quality add more interesting layers. The wine's impression on the palate is balanced yet lean with spicy crispness and a sour note on the finish.",Riserva,15,86,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Umberto Cesari 2003 Riserva  (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2003-riserva-red-sangiovese-romagna/,Red Blend,2003,Umberto Cesari
15.2,Red,US,"A bit too soft, sweet and thick to be considered a truly coastal Pinot, but the flavors are very tasty. It's the essence of raspberry and cherry  jam, with sprinkings of cocoa-dusted cappuccino and cassis.",Orchid Hill Vineyard,29,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hug 2005 Orchid Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hug-2005-orchid-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2005,Hug
13.5,Red,Australia,"A successful bottling from De Bortoli, this Cabernet does have some slightly herbal notes, but they accent the tart cherry, cedar and chocolate flavors that lie at this wine's core. The tannins are supple, with structure provided by crisp acidity that gives the fruit a cranberry twist on the finish.",Deen Vat 9,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2004 Deen Vat 9 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2004-deen-vat-9-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,De Bortoli
13,Red,France,"Full and packed with fruit, this has all the generosity of southern Syrah, with plenty of perfumed herbal flavors, and a feeling of warmth.",Syrah,9,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2005 Syrah Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2005-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2005,Les Jamelles
12.5,Rose,US,"This is a delightful wine, with unique aromas of pomegranate, neroli and strawberry. In the mouth, it's a successful balance of clean acidity and more complex body than is typical in a rose. Great with medium-bodied cheeses or seafood dishes, this wine is also good enough (and has enough character) to just enjoy on its own.",,,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2004 Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2004-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,2004,Macari
14,Red,Argentina,"Surprise! Here's a Merlot from Mendoza that shows good fruit, a touch of leather and some herbal essence on the bouquet. The palate is more or less on the money, and it wraps sweet black cherry and plum flavors in a blanket of correct acids and legitimate tannins. Nice overall, with finishing cola and blackberry flavors.",Reserva,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2004 Reserva Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2004-reserva-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2004,Nieto Senetiner
13.7,White,US,"This is one of the best twelve buck Sauvignon Blancs I've had this year. It's not just the enormous fruit, all figs and pineapples and melons, it's the acidity, which is so bright and mouth-cleansing. A touch of oak adds even richer notes. What a great house white.",,12,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Husch
14.5,Red,Italy,"Etched toasted notes linger over candied cherry, espresso, almond and an unexpected note of crushed laurel leaf. Mixed spice notes –like clove and white pepper – add more nuances. The tannins are firm and the finish is spice-driven.     WE NEED AN APPELLATION CALLED FORLI'(WITH AN ACCENT ON THE I)",Bron & Rusèval,13,86,Central Italy,Romagna,,Celli 2004 Bron & Rusèval Red (Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celli-2004-bron-ruseval-red-romagna/,Red Blend,2004,Celli
14.5,Red,US,"They say the grapes are a century old. They certainly deliver intense Zinfandel flavors, like the essence of ripened blackberries, cherries and loganberries. The wine is dry, and finishes a little rustic, with a streak of green chlorophyll.",Reserve Old Vine,19,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ironstone 2004 Reserve Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2004-reserve-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2004,Ironstone
13.5,Red,Australia,"With its supple, silky texture, this herb-inflected Pinot Noir is surprisingly easy to drink. Red cherry fruit carries hints of vanilla, turning herbal and slightly drying on the finish.",Deen Vat 10,15,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2005 Deen Vat 10 Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-deen-vat-10-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2005,De Bortoli
14.5,Red,Spain,"Not too bright in color, with oily, earthy, raisiny aromas. Typical of the warm region it comes from, the wine is pruney and candied, with chocolate in the rear. Lacks an edge or pronounced tannins, but has enough good fruit quality to warrant a taste or two.",Centenaria,13,84,Central Spain,Madrid,,Grego 2004 Centenaria Garnacha (Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grego-2004-centenaria-grenache-garnacha-madrid/,Garnacha,2004,Grego
12,White,Germany,,QbA,13,84,Pfalz,,,Fitz-Ritter 2005 QbA Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitz-ritter-2005-qba-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2005,Fitz-Ritter
13.5,Red,US,"Bone dry, crisp, a little earthy, with berry-cherry and coffee flavors, this is a good, sound everyday red wine, and this is a fair price. A juicy steak will pair nicely.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Smashed Grapes 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smashed-grapes-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Smashed Grapes
12.2,Red,US,"A delicious nose of chocolate, spice and berry is followed by an elegant, slightly soft wine on the palate. Plum and blackberry flavors are smooth and well-balanced. Not terribly complex, but easy to drink.",Unfiltered Estate,15,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2003 Unfiltered Estate Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2003-unfiltered-estate-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2003,Macari
14.9,Red,US,"Doesn't really taste like Syrah or have the noble richness you'd expect from this variety. More like a Barbera or Petite Sirah, a tannic, dry, heavy wine, with sharp acids and stalky, green flavors. Cheeses, olive oil and hearty meats will soften it.",,28,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2004 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2004,Scott Harvey
12.7,Red,US,"Vanilla, spice and blackberry flavors meet in this friendly, mellow wine. The structure is soft and bordering on watery, and the finish short, which impedes the impact, but the mouthfeel is velvety and the overall impression favorable. Aged 12 months in older French barrels. Enjoy with duck or red meat.",Oregon Road,16,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2002 Oregon Road Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2002-oregon-road-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Sherwood House Vineyards
12,White,US,"Simple and fruity, with crisp Monterey acids framing pleasant citrus, peach, wildflower and mineral flavors. The wine finishes off-dry and firm.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 2005 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2005-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2005,Mirassou
14,Red,Australia,"Herbal, briary and peppery, with hints of rhubarb and cherry providing a semblance of fruitiness. A bit tough and hard on the finish.",Hillcot,19,82,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2004 Hillcot Merlot (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2004-hillcot-merlot-barossa/,Merlot,2004,Grant Burge
15,Dessert,Italy,"This dessert wine scores in the ""acceptable"" range because of a slight cloudiness in its appearance and a thin, simplistic mouthfeel. On the upside are distinct lemon rind and herbal aromas.",,23,82,Central Italy,Albana di Romagna,,Tre Monti 2004  Albana di Romagna,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2004-italian-white-albana-albana-romagna/,Albana,2004,Tre Monti
11.5,White,Spain,"The yellowish color is an indicator that it may be over the top, and it is. Honey and mealy apple aromas and flavors are out of whack with what Viura/Macabeo should be. Enough said.",,6,80,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Casa Solar 2005 Viura (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-solar-2005-spanish-white-viura-vino-tierra-castilla/,Viura,2005,Casa Solar
13.2,Red,US,"There are some elegant notes of black fruit and flowers in the nose of this wine, but it disappoints on the palate with its watery lack of dimension. The whole wine is overriden with a tentative structure and it ends with a flimsy finish.",,38,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Shinn Estate 2004 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shinn-estate-2004-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Shinn Estate
12.5,Red,France,"Dry tannins dominate this wine, which certainly shows up the firm side of this varietal. The fruit is harder to find, with hints of juicy blackcurrants underneath the tannins. Decant this before serving, which will soften the toughness.",Cabernet Sauvignon,10,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Patriarche Père et Fils
15,Red,US,"This wine has a stewed fruit, raisiny chewiness, and the absolute dryness and tannins make it taste bitterly astringent.  Not at all pleasant, and not going anywhere.",,24,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2004 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Justin
12.5,Red,US,"There's a weakness to this wine that is tough to get beyond--its spice and cranberry aromas and plummy flavors swimming in a watery structure. What's there is good, it's just too muted to fully enjoy.",Vignetta,25,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Vineyard 48 2004 Vignetta Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-48-2004-vignetta-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Vineyard 48
,Red,US,"The winemaker calls this “our most delicate, most feminine Pinot Noir” and indeed it is a very pretty wine, with sweet fruit that sits right between pie cherry and cherry candy flavors. It's light in the manner of a simple Volnay, and like many of Sineann's '05 Pinots, may develop surprising complexity if given some years in the cellar.",Able Vineyard,36,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2005 Able Vineyard Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-able-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"A classic Oregon style in a moderate year, with herb and leaf, beet and sour cherry. There is an earthy kick to the tannins, and a sniff of pot bud that continues through the palate; not unpleasantly.",Covey Ridge Vineyard,42,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2005 Covey Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-covey-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"This vineyard really shines in this vintage, sending up concentrated aromas of blackberry and raspberry fruit. It leads into a ripe, plump and gently rounded mid-palate, with Burgundian balance. Sweet plum and cherry fruit, hints of cocoa, no overt oak and pleasingly soft tannins all contribute to this graceful wine.",Whistling Ridge Vineyard,42,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2005 Whistling Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-whistling-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,White,US,"This is an unusual straw gold, a darker, rounder, riper version of Sauvignon Blanc than we are accustomed to seeing from the Northwest. Scented with honey, mint and vanilla tea, it is quite the opposite of the grassy, stony style of SB that I generally admire. But the winemaking is so polished, the wine so supple, toasty and flavorful, that it blows away all my objections.",Kingfish Cuvée,18,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2005 Kingfish Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-kingfish-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-other-columbia-valley-or/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"Biodynamically-farmed grapes seem to provide an extra layer of texture, as the layers of ripe strawberry and cherry fruit spread across the palate. It hints at toast, espresso and cola while retaining its supple grace. Perhaps a bit less rich than in years past, but what a wonderfully elegant expression of the grape.",Resonance Vineyard,48,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2005 Resonance Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-resonance-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"Much lighter in '05, the Lachini is nonetheless ripened to a comfortable weight for Pinot Noir, rather than pushed into super-ripe jamminess. Perfectly balanced, it shows elegant flavors of sweet berry and tea-like tannins.",Lachini Vineyard,42,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2005 Lachini Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-lachini-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,White,US,"This is the spicy Gewürz, with a bouquet of ginger, clove and mint wrapped into clean pear and stone fruits. There is excellent lift and balance, and together these three wines cover all the bases.",Resonance Vineyard,18,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2005 Resonance Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-resonance-vineyard-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Sineann
,White,US,"Clean, ripe and rich, as are all of these wines, this shows fleshy pear highlighted with fresh cream. It's full-bodied, balanced and lush, with nice hints of cinnamon spice peaking out of the finish.",,18,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sineann 2005 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"Always a top vineyard-designate, the ‘05 Phelps shows good ripeness, firm acids and a rather soft and broad mid-palate showcasing flavors of strawberry preserves. It's lightly spicy, still quite youthful, super clean and resonant right on through an extended, refreshing finish.",Phelps Creek Vineyard,42,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2005 Phelps Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-phelps-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,White,US,"No oak! Just a crisp, fruit-driven Chardonnay that delivers excellent complexity. Nice integration of apple, pear and peach flavors, leading to a firm and full-bodied wine that penetrates and lingers. Who knew that oakless Chardonnay could be this good? It's even got a nice lemony lift from the acids.",,18,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sineann 2005 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"This is the most concentrated and structured wine among ten Pinots tasted from Sineann in this vintage. Still quite young, tart and juicy, it mixes strawberry, raspberry and plummy fruits, supported by firm, compact tannins. The impression of sappy, juicy, fresh-picked fruit continues with a finishing lift of spice. Excellent focus and concentration.",Maresh Vineyard,42,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2005 Maresh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-maresh-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,White,US,"Fragrant and varietal, this showers you with its pungent and penetrating perfume, then wraps the palate in a cascade of pear, pineapple and grapefruit. Lush and round, ripe and rich, it's a mouthful and a noseful, quite beautifully rendered.",Oak Ridge Vineyard,18,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2005 Oak Ridge Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-oak-ridge-vineyard-gewurztraminer-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Sineann
13.5,White,Spain,"Heavy feline aromas matched to full oak scents don't amount to anything alluring, and the amorphous, woody palate doesn't save the day. This wine helps confirm the sketchy track record of barrel-fermented Viura from Rioja.",Barrel Fermented,10,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2005 Barrel Fermented White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2005-barrel-fermented-white-rioja/,White Blend,2005,Marqués de Cáceres
13,Red,Argentina,"Rather raw and weak for Argentinean Cab, with reedy, brambly aromas. The palate is tangy and short, which again isn't what one is generally looking for from Cabernet. Adequate mouthfeel is this wine's lone savior.",Alto Medrano,9,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Filus 2004 Alto Medrano Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2004-alto-medrano-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Filus
11,Red,US,"Tea, cigar and cedar on the nose lead into a very dry, tannic blend of pepper and spice on this Cabernet Franc from historic Bully Hill. There's no dimension here, and there's a lack of the bright raspberry, plum and cherry flavors that balance out the heft in this varietal.",,10,80,New York,New York Other,New York,Bully Hill 2002 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bully-hill-2002-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Bully Hill
13,Red,Argentina,"Chunky and awkward, with odd aromas that lead into a syrupy, weird palate that's full of medicinal flavors and other interferences. Lacks discipline and focus; doesn't hit the proper flavor profile for good Malbec.",La Daniela,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Familia Barberis 2004 La Daniela Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-familia-barberis-2004-daniela-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Bodega Familia Barberis
13,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and less than fruity on the nose, then short and sour in the mouth. A clipped, abrupt wine that is too tart for its own good.",Premium,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Simonassi 2004 Premium Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonassi-2004-premium-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Simonassi
13.4,Red,US,"There's not much beyond the earthy nose on this Shiraz from Oklahoma producer Panther Hills. The color is brown, and the fruit tired and watery, leaving just a hint of leather and oak on the palate. The finish is weak.",,9,80,Oklahoma,Oklahoma,,Panther Hills 2004 Shiraz (Oklahoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-hills-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-oklahoma/,Shiraz,2004,Panther Hills
12.5,White,US,"This offering from North Fork veteran Bully Hill is more about nostalgia than true Chardonnay character, whether your taste runs dry or unoaked. Bright fruit aromas are roadblocked by an angular mouthfeel and one-dimensional flavors--there is a hint of citrus but it fizzles fast on the palate and there is little trace of the oak that purports to be in the mix.",Elise,8,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bully Hill NV Elise Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bully-hill-nv-elise-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,,Bully Hill
13,Red,Argentina,"It's not nice to pile on, but in tasting this producer's wines over the past couple of years it makes you wonder. This Cabernet is light as strawberry water, with as much peach and citrus flavor as berry. It's barely worth a sniff and a sip.",,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tittarelli 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tittarelli-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Tittarelli
12.5,White,Spain,"Sort of waxy and odd, with heavy floral notes but no discernible fruit on the nose. The taste profile runs all over the map, first offering lumbering spiced apple and then things that are totally foreign to white wine, i.e. wax. Not impressive.",Joven,9,81,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Marqués de Reala 2005 Joven White (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-reala-2005-joven-white-campo-borja/,White Blend,2005,Marqués de Reala
13.5,White,US,"Not much going on in this dry, watery wine. It has weak citrus flavors.",Old Vine Meyercamp Ranch,12,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2005 Old Vine Meyercamp Ranch Chenin Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2005-old-vine-meyercamp-ranch-chenin-blanc-napa-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Pope Valley Winery
13.5,Red,US,"Tough, dry and rustic, a difficult wine that's flat and raisiny.",,18,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Clos du Bois
12.5,Red,US,"To look at the brown color of this wine, you would think it was a lot older than its 1999 vintage.  The nose is grassy, herbal, and a bit horsey; on the palate, it's lean and thin, and peters out fast.",,,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jason's Vineyard 1999 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jasons-vineyard-1999-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1999,Jason's Vineyard
12.5,Red,US,"There are some enticing aromas of pepper and spiced meat on the nose, but on the palate, this wine has a tannic, bitter edge to it that will surprise fans of luxuriant, supple Merlot. One-dimensional and lean, this wine lacks elegance.",Hargrave Vineyard Reserve,29,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2001 Hargrave Vineyard Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2001-hargrave-vineyard-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2001,Castello di Borghese
12.5,Red,US,Some nice aromas of bright red fruit and spice but the flavors are thin and charred and the feel and finish tannic. The regular 2004 Cab Franc is actually preferable.,Private Reserve,39,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2004 Private Reserve Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2004-private-reserve-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Waters Crest
13.5,Red,Spain,"Bring on da funk; this offering has barrel-based, oily aromas that don't inspire much confidence in what's to come. The berry flavors are savory but not very precise, while the finish is baked and rhubarb-driven. Not a lot of fun.",,11,81,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Diez Llorente 2005  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diez-llorente-2005-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Diez Llorente
14.6,Red,US,"Tough and unbalanced, with some raisiny flavors as well as greener, minty ones that are accompanied by harsh tannins and burning acids. Twenty bucks is a high price to pay for this wine.",,20,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Martin Ray
13.5,White,Spain,"Adequate aromas of citrus and tropical fruits fall onto a flat palate holding orange, melon and banana flavors. The finish is heavy, with an apple-cider taste and feel. Doesn't stir much interest.",,10,81,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Legado Muñoz 2005 Macabeo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legado-munoz-2005-spanish-white-macabeo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Macabeo,2005,Legado Muñoz
13.5,White,Australia,"This vinous effort ranks on a par with golfer namesake Nick's recent results, which is to say, acceptable. Grassy, green bean aromas and flavors are weighty and rich enough, but lack fruit and energy.",,14,81,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Nick Faldo 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nick-faldo-2004-sauvignon-blanc-coonawarra/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Nick Faldo
13,Red,US,"This oak-driven selection from Missouri producer Mount Pleasant is comprised of bare-bones Merlot flavors--plum, clove, coffee--but a bland character and weak structure do little to make an impact. There's no backbone here and the oak overrides any attribute.",,30,81,Missouri,Augusta,,Mount Pleasant Winery 2004 Merlot (Augusta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-pleasant-winery-2004-merlot-augusta/,Merlot,2004,Mount Pleasant Winery
14.1,Red,US,"The grapes got cooked under the heat waves that relentlessly struck the vintage, and this wine is rather unbalanced and kind of flat. It has earthy, dried herb flavors, with a bit of wild berry, along with substantial tannins and brusque, green acids.",,22,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,X 2004 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2004-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2004,X
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Brambly and aggressive, with rubbery aromas that aren't what you'd call ""inviting."" There's some cherry and raspberry on the palate, but also a lot of uncomplimentary raspy notes as well as an overriding burnt, grassy flavor.",,8,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,San Telmo 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-telmo-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,San Telmo
13.7,Red,US,"Dry and country-style, with a jagged mouthfeel that lets the tannins star, this Zin has modest berry flavors and a cooked, stewed quality.",Eakle Ranch,18,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pope Valley Winery 2004 Eakle Ranch Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pope-valley-winery-2004-eakle-ranch-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Pope Valley Winery
12.5,Red,US,"This 100% merlot is partially aged in older oak for 6 months and then in stainless steel. It's round and fruity but the chew overpowers a bit here, overcoming the bright, pleasant flavors of plum and toasted oak. The dense mouthfeel and structure add heft. Overall a good wine and  may improve with age.",Estate,15,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2003 Estate Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2003-estate-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2003,Raphael
14.5,Red,US,Not particularly likeable for its sharp acids and green minty unripeness that simply emphasize the tannins.,,35,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2004 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2004-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2004,Titus
13.5,Red,US,"Sharp and green, with an unripe minty note, but at the same time, the wine is too sweet. Rescued from oblivion by some nice cherry flavor.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Pepperwood Grove
12.5,White,Spain,"Creamy vanilla and apple aromas are not upheld on the poorly defined, watery palate. All you get in terms of flavor is citrus peel and some mineral. Not offensive or aggressive; but it leaves you bored.  Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",,8,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 2005 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-2005-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2005,Montecillo
11,White,Germany,,Baron K' Kabinett,15,82,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2005 Baron K' Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2005-k-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Baron Knyphausen
13,Red,Argentina,"Seems a little weedy and green, but it's not overly ""old"" in nature despite having a number of years worth of bottle age. That said, those green-ish notes are confirmed on the palate, while raisin pokes its way through late.",,15,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Familia Barberis 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-familia-barberis-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Bodega Familia Barberis
13,Red,US,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this wine (predominantly Cabernet) has a spicy, full-bodied fruit nose followed by an overabundance of tannic, peppery flavors.  It's a little hard to move beyond the wall of chew to the fruit beyond, but pleasing nuances of toasted oak and cinnamon prevail. Needs a softer edge to really showcase the grapes.",Cupola,30,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 2002 Cupola Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-2002-cupola-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Bedell
12.5,Red,US,"A spicy aroma with wafts of clove and fruit entice, but there's little depth beyond. There's a thinness to the mouthfeel and the flavors are overoaked, but the wine is easy to drink if you are not expecting much more than the basics. The finish is short and lean.",Reserve,35,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Vineyard 48 2004 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-48-2004-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2004,Vineyard 48
11.5,White,Germany,,QbA,14,82,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2005 QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2005-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Baron Knyphausen
13,Red,US,"There are some beguiling notes of grilled meat, blackberry and spices on the nose, but in the mouth, this wine has a one-dimensional feel to it. The fruit and oak come together in a nice balance, and there's structure, too, but it's somewhat innocuous.  Would pair well with dry sausage or cheeses.",Local Flavor,18,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery NV Local Flavor Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-nv-local-flavor-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,,Peconic Bay Winery
12.5,Red,US,"This non-vintage, Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec has a fruity, subtle bouquet with hints of cherry, tea leaves and flowers. On the palate, it's slightly bitter--the raspberry tea prevailing--and dry, but there are some hints of complexity and earthiness.",Pythagoras,13,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pindar Vineyards NV Pythagoras Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-vineyards-nv-pythagoras-red-north-fork-of-long-island-59398/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,,Pindar Vineyards
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Peppery is the first thing that comes to mind, while the palate seems gooey and sweet. More jammy, creamy and borderline sticky than balanced. Like a spoonful of straberry jam.",Estela Armando Vineyard,17,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Posta 2004 Estela Armando Vineyard Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/posta-2004-estela-armando-vineyard-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,La Posta
14,Red,Australia,"Leafy and tea-like, with hints of cherry and leather. This is restrained in its fruitiness, ending dry and leafy.",Southern Sisters Reserve,20,82,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Heath Wines 2003 Southern Sisters Reserve Pinot Noir (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heath-wines-2003-southern-sisters-reserve-pinot-noir-adelaide-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Heath Wines
13.5,White,US,"There's a vegetal aroma and flavor throughout, like canned asparagus, that suggests a lack of ripeness, and detracts from the otherwise okay Chardonnay character of this dry wine.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Smashed Grapes 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smashed-grapes-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Smashed Grapes
12.4,Red,Argentina,"A firm blast of alcohol mixed with hot raspberry defines the nose, while the acidic palate is zesty and finishes with a rush of red apple skin. Airing settles it somewhat but it stays kind of raw.",Sangiovese-Bonarda,7,82,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Viña Antigua 2005 Sangiovese-Bonarda Red (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-antigua-2005-sangiovese-bonarda-red-maipu/,Red Blend,2005,Viña Antigua
12.5,White,Spain,"Prickly and generic, with flat, cushy citrus flavors that don't hold court for long. Finishes mealy and pithy, with the essence of lemon juice.",,13,82,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Cuatro Rayas 2005 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuatro-rayas-2005-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2005,Cuatro Rayas
14.5,Red,US,"There's nothing hummingbirdy about this big, full-bodied, superripe wine. It trades elegance for sheer size, with fruit that veers into raisins, and a semi-sweet, medicinal finish.",Ruby-Throated,18,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2004 Ruby-Throated Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-ruby-throated-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Clos La Chance
13.5,Red,Italy,Strawberry jam comes to mind and this is no surprise considering the sweltering-hot vintage. The wine tastes overripe in the mouth but also imparts a sour note.,,26,82,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Nozzole 2003  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-nozzole-2003-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Tenuta di Nozzole
14.8,Red,US,"This is a difficult Zin to like, because it has a hot, peppery feeling and raisiny taste. Even though the official alcohol is lower than some other Zins, it sticks out. There's not enough fat, fruity richness to offset it.",,30,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2004 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2004-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Grgich Hills
14.3,White,US,"Shows an earthy, dried herb taste that's not unpleasant, but limits the wine's bright fruit purity, and what fruit there is finishes watery thin. What a disappointment.",,38,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Grgich Hills
13,Red,France,"A rather green wine, herbaceous rather than fruity, this lacks depth of flavor, although it is clean, fresh and perfectly drinkable. The aftertaste shows fresh, dry red berry acidity",Cabernet Sauvignon,9,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Les Jamelles
15.4,White,US,"An awkward wine. The alcohol is very high and hot and the wine is a little sweet, with Lifesaver candy flavors.",,21,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Orchid Hill 2005 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orchid-hill-2005-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2005,Orchid Hill
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Brutally charred and saturated with leather and mushroom but no discernible fruit. The palate is a heavy mass of wayward oak and black nothing. Syrah in Argentina is a shaky endeavor, and this one doesn't help the cause.",,14,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2004 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2004,Don Miguel Gascón
,Red,US,"An odd wine, at once raw and green, then turning semi-sweet. Too bad, because the tannins are really lush and smooth.",,13,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Avila 2004 Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2004-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,2004,Avila
13.5,Red,US,"Not much going on with this dry, sharp, weedy wine. It shows modest cherry flavors, but is mostly thin and tart.",,14,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2003 Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-du-bois-2003-shiraz-sonoma-county-64011/,Shiraz,2003,Clos du Bois
14.4,White,US,"There's a sharpness, a cutting acidity to this wine that hits you immediately and makes everything else hard to appreciate. Too bad, because the tannins are lush and the fruit and oak seem to be very nice.",,30,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2003-merlot-napa-valley-64028/,Merlot,2003,Bell
12,Rose,Spain,"Basement-level pricing is matched by fleeting qualities. The nose is one part baked beans and one part rhubarb compote, while the palate is sharp. It's a high-acid wine that goes on forever but never shows much style or charm.",Añoranza,6,82,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Lozano 2005 Añoranza Rosé (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lozano-2005-anoranza-rose-mancha/,Rosé,2005,Lozano
14.5,White,US,"Clean and dry, but too watery, like flat lemon juice with a drop of oak flavoring. What a disappointment.",,17,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,St. Clement 2005 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2005-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,St. Clement
14.5,Red,US,"Way too sweet for my palate, a sugary confection of blackberry and cherry puree made for pie filling. Will have its fans, but it really tastes too sweet for balance.",Carnaval Meritage,24,82,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2004 Carnaval Meritage Red (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2004-carnaval-meritage-red-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Leal Vineyards
13,Red,US,"A smoked oak treatment in the barrels lends a unique nose to this plum and berry-forward wine. On the palate, the taste of that oak wanders into the realm of roasted, though the ripeness of the fruit helps to balance. Not much dimension. Pair with pork or red meat.",,,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2003 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2003-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2003,Palmer
13,Red,US,"Bluffs along the Missouri River help to create a more temperate climate for the three valleys that comprise the August appellation--this wine's home. It has a heady nose of cedar, cherry, tobacco and mint, and there's a berry balance on the palate, but the flavors do not extend much beyond the cherry blast.",Church Vineyard,40,82,Missouri,Augusta,,Mount Pleasant Winery 2004 Church Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Augusta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-pleasant-winery-2004-church-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-augusta/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Mount Pleasant Winery
13,Red,Australia,"This modest Cabernet Sauvignon displays scents of cooked berries and slighted stewed fruit flavors. It's moderately full-bodied, but lacks vibrance.",,7,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Alice White
12.8,Red,US,"There's a touch of the cherries you want in a Cab Franc, but the wine succombs to a rustic harshness, although it is dry.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2003 Cabernet Franc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2003-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Forest Glen
14,Red,Spain,"After a rough, almost chemical nose, the palate holds onto a personality that's overly sour. Rarely do you find such a tangy, tart wine in this price range. In its defense, airing and time serve it better. But we wouldn't expect you to drop a hundred and wait that long for something special that's not going to come.",La Cueva del Contador,99,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Benjamin Romeo 2003 La Cueva del Contador  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-romeo-2003-cueva-contador-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Benjamin Romeo
13,Red,US,"Full-bodied fruit aromas of raspberry and blackberry are followed by lush blueberry and spice in the mouth. The finish is a little weak and the wine a touch tannic, though.",Barrel Reserve,24,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2001 Barrel Reserve Meritage (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2001-barrel-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-finger-lakes/,Meritage,2001,Sheldrake Point
13.7,Red,US,"Dry and rich in tannins, with some good berry fruit, but if you're a perfectionist, marred by an unripe, herbal quality of green mint. For a big, happy party, it's fine.",,12,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pavilion 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Pavilion
15.6,Red,US,"Of the winery's three new mountain Cabs, this is the least successful, because it's hot and stewed. Has cooked berry flavors, stickily dry tannins and an overall astringent mouthfeel that won't age away.",,55,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Martin Ray 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Martin Ray
13.5,Red,Australia,"Jammy and grapy, this is a fruity, cleanly made wine, but it lacks much in the way of structure and complexity. Drink now.",Bin 45,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 45 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-45-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Lindemans
12.5,Red,France,"Soft, easy wine, which has some red fruit and herbal flavors, a layer of light tannins and acidity. It's simple, but great as a spicy barbecue accompaniment.",Pinot Noir,10,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2004 Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2004-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2004,Patriarche Père et Fils
13,White,Spain,A bit flowery but dense; it lacks a certain expected zest. The palate is plump but straightforward in its apple flavor. And the finish keeps the theme of weight without freshness. Low-acid and clunky.,Peregrino,11,83,Northern Spain,Vino de Calidad de Tierras de León,,Gordonzello 2005 Peregrino Verdejo (Vino de Calidad de Tierras de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordonzello-2005-peregrino-spanish-white-verdejo-vino-calidad-tierras-leon/,Verdejo,2005,Gordonzello
14,Red,Argentina,"Solid and dark, but with a pasty, mildly green nose. Frankly, this wine isn't up to the winery's regular Malbec, as heavier oak takes on a lemony character. In addition, an attempt at greater ripeness has left a wine that's reduced and lacks cushion.",Reserva Especial,17,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Retiro 2004 Reserva Especial Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-retiro-2004-reserva-especial-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Finca El Retiro
12.5,White,Spain,"There are good 83s and bad ones, and honestly this is a perfectly good one. It's not too deep on fruit and it's a touch low-acid and pudgy, but the apple, papaya and peach flavors are o.k. and the finish is clean and crisp.",,6,83,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Crucillon 2005 Macabeo (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crucillon-2005-spanish-white-macabeo-campo-borja/,Macabeo,2005,Crucillon
12,Rose,US,"For fans of sweet wine, this sugary rose will please, but fans of drier rose will find this to be a bit of a candy bomb. A blend of chardonnay (around 75%) and merlot (around 25%), it has aromas of peach and strawberry, and those flavors, combined with a bit of acidity, are playful on the palate.   It's a basic wine but pleasant.",Fleurette,10,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2005 Fleurette Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2005-fleurette-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,2005,Castello di Borghese
13.5,Red,US,"There's some ripe, forward blackberry and cherry jam and chocolate flavors here, and the wine is fully dry. But it has a sharpness, a raw, green minty acidity, that detracts, making the wine a bit pricy for what you get.",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2003 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2003-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2003,Clos du Bois
14.5,Red,US,"Fruit fanatics take notice--this wine is all about a berry blast. These Merlot and Cabernet grapes are grown in the red, iron- and calcium-rich clays of Callaghan's Buena Suerte Vineyard in Arizona and while not as complex as advertised, the wine is flavorful and easy to drink. Various vintages of this wine have been served at the White House.",Buena Suerte Cuvee,25,83,Arizona,Sonoita,,Callaghan Vineyards 2004 Buena Suerte Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Sonoita),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaghan-2004-buena-suerte-cuvee-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-sonoita/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Callaghan Vineyards
13.7,Red,US,"Kind of raw and rustic despite forward blackberry and cherry jam flavors. If you don't mind the sharp acids, try it with softening foods, like chevre, lamb, or prosciutto.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Avila 2004 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Avila
13,Red,US,"Made of 80 percent Merlot, 10 percent Cabernet Franc, 6 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and 4 percent Malbec, this blend from Long Island's Waters Crest is somewhat complex, with an herbal, peppery nose and tastes of cherry, plum and oak. The nose is robust but on the palate, the wine feels a little watered down and thin.",Compania Rosso,45,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2004 Compania Rosso Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2004-compania-rosso-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Waters Crest
13.8,Red,US,"Clove and cherry lead the wine but on the palate, there's too much of a tart, fruit juice blast. There's some spice and heft in the finish but overall, the flavors are one-dimensional.",,9,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Blue Teal 2004 Shiraz (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-teal-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-new-mexico/,Shiraz,2004,Blue Teal
,Red,France,"This is the simplest wine in a large range from different Bordeaux appellations. It's simple, with fresh slightly green fruit flavors, dry tannins and a touch of blackcurrants.",Thomas Barton Reserve,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Barton & Guestier 2004 Thomas Barton Reserve  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2004-thomas-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Barton & Guestier
8,White,Germany,,Kabinett,20,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Immich-Batterieberg 2005 Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/immich-batterieberg-2005-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Immich-Batterieberg
14.3,Red,US,"This is Snake River's first reserve release and though it's a tad tannic now, it should age well. Spice, cherry, blackcurrant and violet on the nose unfold into flavors of meaty plum and oak. The Cabernet adds heft while Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec add further character and color. Not terribly complex but an enjoyable wine.",Reserve,26,83,Idaho,Idaho,,Snake River 2002 Reserve Red (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snake-river-2002-reserve-red-idaho/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Snake River
13,White,Spain,"Quite chunky, with an aromatic personality defined by canned peaches and very ripe melon. The palate, however, offers nothing but dried, stripped-down citrus, while the finish is clean but short as a whistle blast. Acceptable but dull.",Valdrinal de Santamaria,11,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Valdrinal 2005 Valdrinal de Santamaria Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdrinal-2005-santamaria-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2005,Valdrinal
14.2,Red,US,"There's a weedy grassiness, a green chlorophyll bitterness, that plagues the wine. Although there are some decent cherry flavors, the acids and tannins dominate, and aging will not help. Decant.",Hillside Estate,36,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2002 Hillside Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2002-hillside-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Collier Falls
12.5,Red,US,"It's not the most thought-provoking Cab Franc on the market, but there's a nice array of bright berry flavors like plum and cherry here, and a smooth balance of fruit and spice. The finish is slightly weak, but this is overall an easy-drinking, accessible wine.",Reserve,32,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2002 Reserve Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2002-reserve-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Castello di Borghese
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Gets out of the blocks with an almost nutty, leathery character, while the palate pushes heavy licorice and meaty fruit. Not a refined wine, with tannins that are grabby and aggressive.",,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2004 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2004-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2004,Zolo
13.5,Red,Australia,"Grapy and simple, with a slight herbal edge to the fruity aromas and flavors. Seems a bit soft and unstructured, then picks up a tart, citrusy edge on the finish.",Koonunga Hill,12,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2004 Koonunga Hill Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2004-koonunga-hill-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Penfolds
15.5,Red,US,"It may be a reserve, but this Zin is pretty common, with a rustic mouthfeel and overripe flavors. It's dry, at the price of very high, hot alcohol. Still, the enormous fruit saves it.",Private Reserve,26,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2003 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2003-private-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Collier Falls
13.7,Red,US,"On the sharp, rustic side, a dry wine with a wintergreen edge to the cherries and blackberries. Gets better in the glass.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Avila 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-santa-barbara-county-64004/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Avila
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Cherry aromas are brought down a notch by grassy notes that signal questionable ripeness, while the palate runs more earthy and muddled than bright and fruity. Still, along the way you get chocolate and plum flavors along with hard, jagged tannins.",Reserve,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Antis 2004 Reserve Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antis-2004-reserve-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2004,Antis
12.7,Rose,US,"Lovely floral scents mingle with fruit flavors of strawberry, peach and honey in this rose from Colorado producer Canyon Wind. It's a bit on the sweet side which overpowers some of the more delicate flavors, but a hearty dose of acidity cuts some of the candy. The wine would pair well with lobster or oysters.",Desert,13,83,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2005 Desert Rosé (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2005-desert-rose-grand-valley/,Rosé,2005,Canyon Wind
12.5,Red,US,"Made with 100% cabernet franc, this wine has an herbaceous, earthy nose and jaunty plum and cherry flavors. It's a bit bracing on the palate and the fruit initially overrides the herbal notes beneath, giving it a flavorful yet one-dimensional character. The nose implies more depth--leaving you wanting more.",,30,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2004 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2004-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Waters Crest
13.5,Red,Australia,"Boasts some snappy scents of fresh herbs and cherries, but the flavors are a bit simple and the wine lacks texture, turning tart on the finish. Good, but just that.",Yellow Label Shiraz-Cabernet,12,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2004 Yellow Label Shiraz-Cabernet Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2004-yellow-label-shiraz-cabernet-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Wolf Blass
13.9,Red,US,"Approachable with a smooth balance of oak and fruit, this wine has a cherry and floral character with hints of cinnamon. The grapes are grown in a scenic spot--at the foot of Mt. Garfield in Grand Valley, Colorado, in the midst of a brugeoning wine country. It's not complex by any means--neither on the nose or on the palate--nor is it unique.  But with a good piece of steak it would do nicely.",,21,83,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Garfield Estates 2004 Syrah (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garfield-estates-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-grand-valley/,Syrah,2004,Garfield Estates
14.5,Red,US,"Zinfandel's reputation as a notoriously uneven ripener is exemplified in this wine, which combines blackberry and cherry fruit with harsh minty, green herbaceous notes suggesting dried thyme and dill. The result is uneven.",Los Chamizal Vineyard,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Haywood 2004 Los Chamizal Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-2004-los-chamizal-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Haywood
14.5,Red,Australia,"Peppery and herbal, with tart cherry flavors that veer almost into lemon. Crisp on the finish.",Hyland,20,83,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2003 Hyland Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2003-hyland-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2003,Penley Estate
13,White,US,"A little young and not terribly complex, this wine still has pleasing flavors of plum, blueberry, and cherry that come through. Could use a little more heft with herbal or spice flavors, as the fruit is overpowering here. Decent balance, but the finish is a little short and edgy.",Unfiltered,,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2001 Unfiltered Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2001-unfiltered-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2001,Pellegrini Vineyards
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Basic but flat, with red-fruit aromas that stir little excitement. Early on, the flavor profile yields youthful cassis and plum notes, but with time it turns more tart and unforgiving. Finishes with slight fruit and hints of rubber.",,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Mil Piedras
14,Red,Argentina,"A strong whiff of minty green runs through the bouquet, while the fruit aromas are prickly and lean toward rhubarb and red cherry. The palate is darker, but rather nondescript, while the finish is a black hole of rubbery tannins and coffee.",,26,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,MJ Galliard 2004 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mj-galliard-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2004,MJ Galliard
,Red,US,"Nice everyday Zin for its upfront fruit and rich tannins. Floods the mouth with blackberries, chocolate and spicy flavors that are as ripe as pie filling, but the wine stays dry.",Zinfandel Primi,22,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Orchid Hill 2004 Zinfandel Primi Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orchid-hill-2004-zinfandel-primi-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Orchid Hill
13.7,Red,Argentina,"Whereas Preludio's Malbecs impressed, this Syrah is more of a murky, amorphous red wine that's neither here nor there. The nose is a touch lactic, while the palate is roasted and heavy, with a carob flavor making itself a bit too noticed.",,18,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Preludio 2004 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preludio-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2004,Preludio
14.9,Red,US,"Even for Barbera, a high acid variety, this is too sharp. With an official total acidity of 7.6, it's almost sour, and especially out of balance with the soft tannins and superripe raisiny, chocolatey fruit. The winemaker recommends Italian fare, which should help.",ReZerve,24,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2004 ReZerve Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2004-rezerve-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2004,Shenandoah
12.6,White,US,"Aromas of citrus and spice fall flat on the palate with this slightly watery, one-dimensional offering from Seneca Lake. There's some heft at mid-palate but the character is water-logged, and it carries on to a finish that lingers off with a wan wave.",Valois Vineyard,30,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Seventy-Seven Days 2005 Valois Vineyard Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seventy-seven-days-2005-valois-vineyard-riesling-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2005,Seventy-Seven Days
13,White,Australia,"This basic fig- and melon-flavored Sauvignon lacks depth and richness, but still makes for an easy quaff.",Bin 95,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 95 Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-95-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Lindemans
,Red,US,"Good and clean, with berry-cherry flavors wrapped into dry, somewhat astringent tannins. Let it breathe for a while to soften and mellow it.",,17,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2004 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2004,Kenwood
14.5,Red,US,"Soft and rustic, with some green minty notes side by side with riper cherries and chocolate. At this price, it's good with pizza and similar simple fare.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,McManis 2005 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2005-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2005,McManis
14,Red,Spain,"More oak than anything, with aromas of cinnamon, clove and char. The palate runs fairly sour, which confirms that wood cannot cure all ills. And the finish shows little love although there is ample spearmint and leftover resin.",Roble,,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Legón 2004 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legon-2004-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Legón
14.5,White,US,"There's good structure in this dry Chard, which has good acids and a nice creamy texture. The drawback is that it could use greater fruity concentration, as it's dominated by alcohol and sweet oak.",Estate,24,83,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2005 Estate Chardonnay (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2005-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Leal Vineyards
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Apparently heavily charred is what constitutes a reserve bottling at Zolo, because the wine smells like a cup of java along with leather and melted rubber. Eventually fruit emerges, and it's in the dark and stormy category, meaning it's big, bold and peppery but not too suave or defined.",Reserve,19,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Zolo
13.5,Red,US,"Tastes raw and sharp, like a young wine just out of the fermenter, with those fresh fruity acids still unresolved. On the other hand the wine is fully dry, and the fruit is ripe and luscious.",Appellation Series,11,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Turner Road 2004 Appellation Series Shiraz (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turner-road-2004-appellation-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-valley-lodi/,Shiraz,2004,Turner Road
,White,US,"Feels overly soft and flaccid, with pear and peach flavors that have been generously oaked so that buttered toast becomes an important component. There's some acidity, but it seems added, and feels funny.",,15,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2005 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Alexander Valley Vineyards
12,White,US,"With its faintly floral and citric nose and dry, almost tart flavors, this Riesling may be a touch austere for fans of a fruitier style. Flavors of lemon and spice are appealing but the wine lacks some complexity.",,11,83,New York,New York Other,New York,Brotherhood 2006 Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-2006-riesling-other/,Riesling,2006,Brotherhood
14.5,Red,US,"Bokisch has struggled for years to overcome rusticity in Temp, and this vintage does not advance the cause. It's dry, acidic and tannic, with an unrewarding mouthfeel despite the wealth of cherry flavor.",,21,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2004 Tempranillo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2004-tempranillo-central-valley-lodi/,Tempranillo,2004,Bokisch
13.9,Red,US,"Lots of rich fruit in this wine, which is riper and fuller-bodied than most Edna Valley Pinots. Seems like they left the fruit to hang for a long time in this hot vintage, resulting in blackberry and cherry flavors that are big, soft and dry. Flavorful, but lacks the silky delicacy you want in Pinot Noir.",Dijon Clones Selection,24,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wolff 2004 Dijon Clones Selection Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolff-2004-dijon-clones-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Wolff
13.5,Red,US,"Offers plenty of real Cabernet character at an everyday price. The ripe, full-bodied flavors of blackberries, cherries, licorice and cocoa have a jammy edge. Finishes with a chocolate fudge richness.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Smoking Loon
12.5,White,US,"An aromatic, floral, and slightly spicy nose is followed by fresh pear and apple on the palate and a touch of oak to ground the fruit and create a nice balance. The initial impression here is pleasing but overall, the wine is somewhat one-dimensional and lean on flavor nuances. Would still pair well with food; think fresh seafood.",Reserve,30,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Vineyard 48 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-48-2004-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2004,Vineyard 48
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a rustic, soft, country-style wine. It's a little sweet in the finish, with some unresolved grape sugar but crisp acids, and very rich flavors of blackberry jam, cherry pie filling and chocolate candy, with a spicy edge.",,11,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2005 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2005-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2005,Castle Rock
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a wine that will appeal to some Pinot lovers but will leave others cold. It's not opulent, but elegant, a subtle, very dry, high acid wine that's either thin or complex, depending on your point of view. For me, the cola, sour cherry and minty flavors are too light.",Ferrington Vineyard,54,84,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Arista 2004 Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2004-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Arista
12.5,White,Italy,"This is a nice, refreshing wine, but it does have certain elements that need to be tucked back into place. One example is the sour note on the finish that distracts from the wine's pleasant flavors of stone fruit, melon and cut grass.",Colle del Re,10,84,Central Italy,Albana di Romagna,,Umberto Cesari 2005 Colle del Re  (Albana di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2005-colle-re-italian-white-albana-albana-romagna/,Albana,2005,Umberto Cesari
11,White,Germany,,RK QbA,13,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2005 RK QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2005-rk-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
14.8,Red,US,"Tastes like an old-fashioned field blend. On the plus side is a wealth of fruit, berry and spice flavors (there's some Carignane and Petite Sirah here), with bigtime but soft tannins that make the wine glide down smooth.  On the other hand is a rustic nature and slight sweetness.",Appellation Series,18,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Rosenblum 2005 Appellation Series Zinfandel (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2005-appellation-series-zinfandel-north-coast/,Zinfandel,2005,Rosenblum
16.5,Red,US,"I like this wine less than the ‘03, which I criticized for flirting with Portiness. This wine outright marries Port. It has a good deal of residual sugar and is as rich and sweet as a chocolate truffle. That's a good flavor, but at 16.5 percent alcohol, it's not a dry table wine.",Planchon Vineyard,25,84,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2004 Planchon Vineyard Zinfandel (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-planchon-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,Australia,"Displays ssome pretty aromas and flavors of white pepper, mint and mixed cherries and berries, but the tannins are firm and drying, the mouthfeel hard and ungenerous.",,11,84,New South Wales,Western Plains,,Ram's Leap 2004 Merlot (Western Plains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rams-leap-2004-merlot-western-plains/,Merlot,2004,Ram's Leap
13,Red,Australia,"This blend features the exact same percentages of Semillon (57%) and Chardonnay (43%) as Lindemans Bin 77 Sem-Chard from the same corporate winemaking stable, but tastes distinctly different. It's less weighty and fruity, with more emphasis on minerality and spice, even hints of pepper. Could use more length on the finish.",Rawson's Retreat,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2005 Rawson's Retreat Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2005-rawsons-retreat-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2005,Penfolds
13,Red,US,"Cassis and spice lead this medium-bodied, garnet-red selection from Hudson Valley's Millbrook. There's some depth and backbone on the palate, with a touch of lightly oaky vanilla, plum and blueberry to add to the mix, but the finish is lean and overall, the wine's impression is somewhat fleeting. Nonetheless, would pair well with roasted meats and poultry dishes.",,20,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Millbrook 2004 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2004-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Millbrook
9,Rose,US,"Very sweet in orange marmalade flavors, just like those little jelly containers they serve you with your toast, this wine fortunately has juicy acidity for balance. It's a really nice everyday dessert wine.",Twin Valley,5,84,California,California Other,California,Gallo Family Vineyards NV Twin Valley Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-nv-twin-valley-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Gallo Family Vineyards
13,Red,Spain,"Nice up front, with cherry, chocolate and rose petals to the nose. The palate peels off flavors of cherry and red plums coasting on a wave of tough acidity and tight tannins. Tastes and smells pretty good but struggles with mouthfeel.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cota 585 2005  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cota-585-2005-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Cota 585
13.9,White,US,"Kudos to Colorado winemaker Canyon Wind Cellars for making wine in an area not known for grapes, and on first pass, this seems a rather friendly, accessible Chardonnay.  A floral nose of pear and apricot is followed by spice and lemon on the palate. There is also oak to weigh down the zip.  But it's a bit wiry and lacks dimension.",,15,84,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2004 Chardonnay (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2004-chardonnay-grand-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Canyon Wind
13.5,Red,US,"Consumers looking to this winery to supply varietally true, inexpensive wines won't be disappointed. This has real Cabernet character, in the cherry-berry flavors, dryness and sturdy tannins.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Canyon Road
14,Red,US,"Good everyday Cab, on the earthy, herbal side, and thoroughly dry. The addition of some Merlot, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot adds complexity to the berry flavors.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Alexander Valley Vineyards
13.5,Red,Australia,"Light in weight, what impresses about this wine is that it doesn't try too hard. The cherry-berry fruit is modest, there are some herbal overtones and peppery accents, but it's crisp and clean; an easy quaff for a busy weeknight.",,5,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Banrock Station
14.8,Red,US,"Tastes a bit on the sugary-sweet side, with a brown sugar edge to the blackberry and cherry flavors. The tannins are rich and fine, the acidity crisp and balancing. If only the wine tasted drier.",Estate,24,84,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2004 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2004-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Leal Vineyards
13.8,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with a rustic nature to the tannins, this estate-grown Syrah, from the promising Red Hills area, has blackberry tea and cherry cola flavors. A first release wine, it has its work cut out.",Reserve,27,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Red Lava 2002 Reserve Syrah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-lava-2002-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Syrah,2002,Red Lava
13.5,Red,Australia,"This Pinot shows some attractive black cherry fruit, but also a charred, roasted-beet edge to its aromas and flavors. It's medium-bodied, with a tart finish and slightly dry, leafy tannins.",,18,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2004 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2004-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Yering Station
13.8,White,US,"The winemaker says the majority of grapes come from the North Coast and Central Coast, which are cooler areas, and it's easy to believe. The wine brims with bright acidity. That makes the green apple and pink grapefruit flavors zesty and clean. An enriching touch of oak makes the wine a good value.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Canyon Road
13.9,Red,US,"Rushed to market, this is almost like Beaujolais Nouveau, so fresh in acids and primary jammy fruit. A blend of Zin, Syrah, Charbono and five other Mediterranean reds, it's dark, bone dry, tannic, and perfect for steak fajitas.",Beauzeaux Red Wine,10,84,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2005 Beauzeaux Red Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2005-beauzeaux-red-wine-other/,Red Blend,2005,Beaulieu Vineyard
14.3,Red,US,"Dulcet is Beaulieu's Super-Rhone blend, or whatever the term is, with Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. It's a very rich wine, deep and long in cherries, blackberries and chocolate. The flavors are very nice, yet the wine is sugary on the finish, which with the hard tannins makes it unbalanced.",Dulcet Reserve,40,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Dulcet Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-dulcet-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A bit stemmy and brambly, so right from the first sniff you know that it's not a lush, berry filled Cab. And the palate confirms the nose, offering baked fruit with green, herbal overtones. Finishes with a blast of coconut and mint courtesy of whatever barrels it rested in.",Maipo Vineyards,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2004 Maipo Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2004-maipo-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Pascual Toso
12.5,Red,Spain,"Simple red fruit gives way to raisiny aromas on the burly, fairly sedate nose. Raisin and plum flavors emerge on the palate, and they are followed by lasting notes of licorice and sherry. Not exactly jazzy but has its merits.",,9,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Oreades 2003 Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oreades-2003-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2003,Oreades
,Red,US,"Feels a bit hot and sweet for a Pinot, although there are some pretty blackberry, cherry, cola and spice flavors. It may come from a cool part of Paso, but this Central Coast appellation is just too hot for Pinot.",,27,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Orchid Hill 2004 Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orchid-hill-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2004,Orchid Hill
13.4,Red,Australia,"A blend of 78% Shiraz and 22% Cabernet, this would be a solid choice for such large parties as weddings and anniversaries. The cherry fruit flavors are tinged with hints of herbs that take on a slightly medicinal character, but the mouthfeel is smooth and the finish supple and easy. Drink now.",,5,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2004 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2004-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Banrock Station
14,Red,US,"Pretty good, but not the opulently soft wine Merlot seekers want. It's dry and oaky, with a rich core of red and black cherries and plums, but very tannic. We're talking lockdown mode, and the wine isn't going anywhere.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2004 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2004-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2004,Alexander Valley Vineyards
13,White,Australia,"A nearly 50-50 blend, Lindemands Bin 77 Semillon-Chardonnay represents a solid value. Verging on full-bodied, it starts with scents of cantaloupe, then adds in notes of cinnamon and clove on the palate. The spice notes linger on the finish, surprising in a wine this inexpensive.",Bin 77,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 77 Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-77-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2005,Lindemans
13,Red,Italy,"This wine is broad on the palate despite only seeing stainless steel and offers a pretty medley of coffee, chocolate and red cherry. The nose is bold, but the mouthfeel is less-so with a lighter imprint and medium tannins.",,12,84,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,,Tre Monti 2005  Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2005-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna-superiore/,Sangiovese,2005,Tre Monti
12.5,Red,US,"The name of this meritage wine is a play on the word ""Bordeaux,"" and in style, it is certainly in keeping with that region. Made with 40% merlot, 23% cabernet sauvignon, 17% Malbec, 15% petit verdot and 5% cabernet franc, the nose vibrant with rosemary, raspberry, pepper and flowers. Red raspberry and oak meet on the palate in a drinkable but not terribly complex union, and the finish is on the flabby side, but overall this wine will please most fans of the blended red.",Wild Boar Doe,22,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Shinn Estate 2004 Wild Boar Doe Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shinn-estate-2004-wild-boar-doe-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Shinn Estate
14.1,Red,US,"Shows the Petite Sirah characteristics the public has come to expect from the varietal, namely a dry, tannic mouthfeel and fruitiness. On the other hand, the tannins are numbing, locking down the palate with a dry astringency. If this doesn't bother you, enjoy it with barbecue.",,22,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2003 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2003-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,San Simeon
12.6,White,US,"Dry like the label says, and crisply acidic, with pleasant peach and wildflower flavors. Would score a lot higher if the fruit was more concentrated, because it's a little on the watery side.",Dry,18,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2005 Dry Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2005-dry-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2005,Claiborne & Churchill
19,Dessert,US,"Made from traditional Port varieties, the wine starts with classic Port aromas of cassis, chocolate and caramel. In the mouth, it doesn't disappoint in sweetness,  but turns simple in straightforward fruit pie flavors.",Vintage Port,15,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Renwood 2003 Vintage Port Port (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2003-vintage-port-port-blend-port-sierra-foothills/,Port,2003,Renwood
13.5,White,Spain,"Mild citrus and basic stone-fruit aromas get going, with sweet, slightly candied white-fruit flavors taking up the cause. Talk about a simple, easygoing wine; this is it.",Unoaked,10,84,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-costers-segre/,Chardonnay,2005,Raimat
12,White,Australia,"There's a pronounced lemony streak that runs through this wine, from the bouquet to the flavors and onto the slightly puckery finish. A touch of spice adds interest, but this is still pretty one-dimensional. Drink now, or try cellaring and see if it develops additional complexity in 5–10 years.",,18,84,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Tim Adams 2004 Semillon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tim-adams-2004-semillon-semillon-clare-valley/,Sémillon,2004,Tim Adams
12,White,US,"Inviting lemon, vanilla and honey aromas introduce a wine with pleasant toasted oak flavors, but there's little heft beyond the initial wash of warmth that hits the palate. Some citric pop to the finish which helps balance the honey and oak. The overall impression is positive and flavors are within the right realm, but the lack of depth leaves you wanting more.",,18,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Corey Creek 2004 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corey-creek-2004-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2004,Corey Creek
14,Red,Spain,"Round and basic, with sweet black plum and raisins on the nose. Dark fruit, chocolate and some earth work the palate, followed by a medium-length finish with moderate tannins. Basic but solid.",,7,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Infinitus 2005 Syrah (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinitus-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vino-tierra-castilla/,Syrah,2005,Infinitus
12.5,White,US,"Not bad for an everyday Chard at this price. You'll be surprised by how much real varietal character there is, from the tangerine and apple flavors to the creamy, smoky texture to the spicy, clean finish.",,6,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Leaping Horse 2005 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-horse-2005-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2005,Leaping Horse
13,Red,Argentina,"A bushel of punched-up red fruit carries the nose, but there's not much oak, character or nuance to hang your hat on. The palate is equally red-fruit dominated, but the mouthfeel is hard and stingy and the wine stumbles to a rubbery, grabby finish.",Alto Medrano,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Filus 2004 Alto Medrano Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2004-alto-medrano-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2004,Filus
,Rose,France,"A soft, fruity wine with some caramel and vanilla flavors along with fresh loganberries. There's attractive crisp acidity to balance the fruitiness.",Rosé,16,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaine de Nizas 2005 Rosé Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2005-rose-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine de Nizas
14.5,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and one-dimensional, this wine shows cherry flavors and alcohol, with oaky vanilla notes and a cinnamon-spice finish. Drink now.",,18,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2005 Garnacha (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2005-grenache-garnacha-central-valley-lodi/,Garnacha,2005,Bokisch
14.5,Red,US,"I admire the evident intentions here, to avoid overripeness and produce a more elegant Pinot Noir. While it's a good Pinot, with a nice silkiness, the wine is just too dry and acidic, with a green, minty streak that barely suggests cola and cherries.",Toboni Vineyard,54,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2004 Toboni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2004-toboni-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Arista
13.5,Red,US,"This easy going Pinot is light and silky in body, with pleasant cherry, cola and cinnamon spice flavors. It's good enough for curious consumers to find out about Pinot Noir without spending a bundle.",,13,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aquinas 2005 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquinas-2005-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Aquinas
12.5,White,Australia,"A nearly 50-50 blend, this effort is lean and green, with hints of quince, passion fruit and underripe plum that give it a strident character. Finishes with some chalky, minerally notes, making it worth a try with raw shellfish.",Stonemason,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Ballast Stone Estate Wines 2005 Stonemason Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballast-stone-estate-wines-2005-stonemason-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-south/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Ballast Stone Estate Wines
13,Rose,Spain,"Full in color and size, with round aromas. The base grape is Bobal, a rubbery, lively variety that when made into a rosado yields melon, nectarine and berry flavors. It's also kind of hard, rubbery and pithy. Requires some getting used to.",Mas de Bazan,8,84,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Agro de Bazán 2005 Mas de Bazan Rosé (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agro-bazan-2005-mas-rose-utiel-requena/,Rosé,2005,Agro de Bazán
13,Red,Spain,"Sweet and ripe, with bubble gum and berry jam on the nose. Flavors of raspberry and blackberry are nice but narrow in scope, while the finish holds on to the fruit shown on the palate. Fruity but not very challenging.",,7,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Sardasol 2005 Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sardasol-2005-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2005,Viña Sardasol
15.1,Red,US,"There's a rusticity here, a sharpness of texture, that interferes with the otherwise delicious blackberry, plum, coffee, balsamic, soy and spice flavors. Texture is so important in a wine like this. Disregard it, and no amount of ripeness can compensate.",Las Madres Vineyard,38,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Vie Winery 2004 Las Madres Vineyard Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-winery-2004-las-madres-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2004,Vie Winery
13.5,White,Australia,"With its slightly buttery flavors, hints of pear and citrus and plump mouthfeel, this is mainstream Australian Chardonnay in all of its market-share gobbling typicalness. Ends with a slightly soft, dusty feel to the finish.",Rawson's Retreat,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2005 Rawson's Retreat Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2005-rawsons-retreat-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Penfolds
13,Red,Italy,WE ALREADY PUBLISHED THE 2005 VINTAGE SO DON'T PUBLISH THIS ONE.     The nose is muddled by Band-Aid and wine cellar smells opposite cherry and herbaceous notes that bring up the rear. Not terribly exciting in the mouth but clean and lean nonetheless.,,10,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Monrosso 2004  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monrosso-2004-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2004,Monrosso
12,Rose,Spain,"Earthy raspberry aromas get it going, and they're backed by red-apple, nectarine and cherry-skin flavors. Medium in body and fairly smooth in mouthfeel; it's a solid, simple, fuller-styled pink wine.",Rosado,7,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2005 Rosado Grenache (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2005-rosado-grenache-campo-borja/,Grenache,2005,Coto de Hayas
13,Red,Spain,"A bit bulky and forward, but there's enough ripe, solid red-fruit aromas to keep you interested. The palate is full of cherry and crisp raspberry, while the finish shows a hint of citrus peel. The blend is Carignan with portions of Tempranillo and Syrah.",,12,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Corona de Aragón 2005 Cariñena (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corona-aragon-2005-carignan-carinena-carinena/,Carineña,2005,Corona de Aragón
14.5,Red,US,"Here's an everyday Zin, dry, tannic, a little rough in the sharp edgy mouthfeel, and with wild berry flavors. With a touch of Petite Sirah, it's a good wine to drink at your neighbor's barbecue to wash down burgers and such.",,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2004 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2004-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Titus
14,Red,Australia,"Starts off with some mildly lactic notes on the nose, but also plenty of plum, herb and cola scents. Similar flavors dominate the palate, which is nicely creamy, buoyed by soft tannins, then finishes a little short and herbal. A decent effort.",Hard Yards,19,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Sylvan Springs 2004 Hard Yards Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvan-springs-2004-hard-yards-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Sylvan Springs
12.8,Rose,US,"Deeper and bolder than your average Finger Lakes rose, this wine is dry and fresh but a little tart on the palate. A good amount of acidity almost balances the fruit-forward, cherry character, but a slightly lighter touch would be more enjoyable.  Some oak adds sweetness.  A good summer wine.",Petite Dry,11,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2004 Petite Dry Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2004-petite-dry-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2004,Sheldrake Point
13.5,Red,Australia,"Bold and grapy on the nose, this wine delivers plenty of blackberry and grape flavors, just touched with vanilla. It's jammy and almost sweet-tasting, but satisfies the fruit itch. Drink now.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Little Penguin 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-penguin-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Little Penguin
14.2,Red,Argentina,"For two years running this basic Cabernet has been the laggard among the Kaiken wines, which are made by Montes S.A. of Chile. The '04 offers alcohol, rubbery black fruit and creamy oak and chocolate. What it doesn't have is finesse, complexity or style. Good as a simple quaffer but that's as far as it goes.",,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Kaiken
13.5,White,US,"This is a basic, everyday Sauvignon Blanc, affordably priced and juicy, with semi-sweet tropical fruit, fig, apple and spice flavors. Sourced from the Sacramento Delta and the Central Valley, it's another Gallo brand that delivers value.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Redwood Creek 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-creek-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Redwood Creek
13.9,White,US,"Earthy and rich, with a good swirl of ripe white peach, buttery sauteed banana and sweet apricot flavors with an edge of fresh green herbs. Seems a little caramel sweet on the finish.",Gavin Vineyard,20,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2005 Gavin Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2005-gavin-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2005,Mahoney
15.6,Red,US,"Okay if you're looking for something red and fruity, and especially if you want to show the Rosenblum brand. On the other hand the wine has a drily rustic structure despite well-ripened currant, cherry pie, and cinnamon chocolate flavors.",Appellation Series,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rosenblum 2004 Appellation Series Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-appellation-series-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Rosenblum
13.5,White,Australia,"A disappointing effort, this is a rather simple, one-dimensional wine this vintage, with buttered pear and peach flavors and hints of smoke that are pleasant enough but lack depth and richness.",Show Reserve,20,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 2005 Show Reserve Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2005-show-reserve-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Rosemount
13,White,US,"Thank goodness for good, cheap wines like this PG. It's completely dry, crisp in acidity and palate-stimulating in citrus and jasmine flavors, with a spicy finish. Try with Thai food.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Smashed Grapes 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smashed-grapes-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Smashed Grapes
13,White,Italy,"This is a light and luminous Trebbiano with herbal notes, lavender honey and stone fruit. It's an easily drinkable wine with a somewhat broad, creamy and viscous mouthfeel.",Vigna del Rio,12,84,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Tre Monti 2005 Vigna del Rio Trebbiano (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-monti-2005-vigna-rio-italian-white-trebbiano-emilia-romagna/,Trebbiano,2005,Tre Monti
13.5,White,Australia,"This is a simple, fruity quaff, full of tangerine and melon flavors. There's ample weight, but a somewhat abbreviated finish.",Reserve,11,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2004-reserve-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,Lindemans
,Red,US,"Plenty of ripe blackberry and coffee flavors in this dry, somewhat rustic wine. It will benefit from a little decanting, as the tannic mouthfeel is on the rough side and air will soften it.",Reserve,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2003 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2003-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2003,Kenwood
13.5,Red,Spain,"For a basic, broad-framed Cabernet from Central Spain, this wine does the trick. The nose sports leather, Balsamic vinegar and some barnyard, while the dark-fruited palate is edged by licorice, tobacco and a smack of green. Good size and tannins keep it balanced.",Unus Joven,8,84,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Agustín Cubero 2005 Unus Joven Cabernet Sauvignon (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustin-cubero-2005-unus-joven-cabernet-sauvignon-calatayud/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Agustín Cubero
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Initial aromas are like a maple-covered doughnut meeting raspberry jam, while the palate deals straight-ahead berry flavors with little to nothing in the way of accents. It's a touch starchy and tannic, but overall it's perfectly good if measured conservatively.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,"Altura 1,024 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altura-1-024-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,"Altura 1,024"
14,Red,Australia,"The first golfer brand rolls right along, churning out thousands of cases of supple, user-friendly wines at affordable price points. This blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Merlot offers cherry and tobacco flavors and a tart, crisp finish.",Cabernet-Merlot,15,84,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Greg Norman Estates 2003 Cabernet-Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-2003-cabernet-merlot-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-limestone-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Greg Norman Estates
13,Red,Italy,"Terre di Chieti is a relatively unknown winemaking region from central Italy where wine consumers can often find great value. Here's a good example with ripe notes of cherry, chocolate and chestnut.",Farneto Valley,7,84,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Farnese 2005 Farneto Valley Sangiovese (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2005-farneto-valley-sangiovese-terre-chieti/,Sangiovese,2005,Farnese
13,Red,Italy,"This light and informal interpretation of Montepulciano is thinner and less intense than other wines in the Farnese lineup. In fact, it ages only in stainless steel in order to preserve its fresh fruit. There's a pleasant candied note on the nose with rich espresso in the mouth.",Farneto Valley,7,84,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Farnese 2005 Farneto Valley  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2005-farneto-valley-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2005,Farnese
,Red,France,"A simple, fresh, attractively perfumed wine, with soft tannins and ripe gentle fruit flavors of plums, blueberries and sweet red fruits.",Syrah,6,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 2005 Syrah Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2005-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2005,Georges Duboeuf
13,White,Spain,"Significantly more bulky, aggressive and unrefined than previous vintages, and overall fairly disappointing given that this was one of our favorite Verdejos the past couple of years. The 2005 version offers mostly chunky melon and pithy citrus. It lacks the verve, clarity and pure fruit that we fell in love with. Tasted twice with consistent notes.",José Pariente,17,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Dos Victorias 2005 José Pariente Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/victorias-2005-jose-pariente-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2005,Dos Victorias
14,White,Australia,"Bold scents of smoke and grilled peaches seem a bit obvious and simple, and those notes continue on the palate, overriding any other nuance there might be, then pick up a hint of bitterness on the finish.",Reserve,20,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Coldstream Hills 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldstream-hills-2003-reserve-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Coldstream Hills
14.5,Red,US,"Nice, dry Pinot, a little thin but elegant enough with the silky texture and bright, crisp cool-climate acids. The flavors are of cola and rhubarb. Would score much higher if there was more there there.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2004,Clos La Chance
12,White,US,"Apples and vanilla toast on the nose lead to pear, lime and honey on the palate with this easy-drinking wine from Seneca Lake producer Atwater. Harsh frosts that year forced the winery to source grapes from Columbia Valley in Washington--a fairly successful effort though there's a leanness to the overall character of the wine. A lingering finish adds some heft.  Pair with crab cakes or curries.",,15,84,America,,,Atwater 2005 Riesling (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2005-riesling-america/,Riesling,2005,Atwater
13.5,White,Australia,"A broad, weighty wine, marked by toasty, cereal-grain aromas and flavors. The fruit is relatively modest, but tends toward melon and fig, with vanilla and spice notes filling in the holes. A bit short on the finish.",,16,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,RockBare 2005 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockbare-2005-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2005,RockBare
13.5,Red,Italy,"Milk chocolate, clove and cinnamon meet aromas of moist earth and distant notes of rhubarb too. The wine has a leaner consistency in the mouth but shows plenty of power and purity.     WE NEED AN APPELLATION FOR Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore",Scabi,,85,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,San Valentino 2005 Scabi  (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-valentino-2005-scabi-red-sangiovese-romagna/,Red Blend,2005,San Valentino
13.5,Red,Australia,"This is a big, slightly alcoholic Cabernet, but one that seems to lack a bit for structure and definition. The tannins are soft and the acidity seems low, giving this wine a creamy texture to go along with flavors of cassis and dried spices. Drink now.",,17,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tintara 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tintara-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Tintara
12.5,White,Australia,"Pronounced floral notes give way with air to baked apple and citrus aromas. Those flavors dominate the palate, widening out to become a bit broad and unfocused. This wine comes out of the chute fast, then fades on the finish, where it lacks the acidic zip to impart length.",Bin 75,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 75 Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-75-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2005,Lindemans
13.5,Red,Australia,"This is a relatively small-lot wine (under 10,000 cases were imported), and maybe the extra attention it received helped, because this is a decent value. Black cherry and cassis notes show nice purity, while hints of mint and vanilla add dimension and some dusty tannins on the finish give it a modicum of structure. Drink now.",Reserve,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Lindemans 2003 Reserve Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2003-reserve-merlot-south/,Merlot,2003,Lindemans
12.5,White,Australia,"Tastes like it's trying to be New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, boasting a plump, almost sweet-tasting mouthfeel and tropical-tinged flavors that veer into the realm of green peas. short and honeyed on the finish--is this fully dry?",,15,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Mad Fish 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-fish-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Mad Fish
14,Red,Argentina,"Fairly deep and dense, with graphite, crude oil and leather aromas that muscle up the black-fruit foundation. The palate runs a bit short and hot, with compact berry flavors and pointed acidity. Lacks mouthfeel and complexity when put to the test.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Retiro 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-retiro-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Finca El Retiro
14.2,Red,Argentina,"This wine kicks off in spicy, almost saucy fashion, but airing reveals plum and cherry aromas and flavors that are backed by moderately spiky tannins and some chocolate flavor. Hits the spot with its forward attitude and healthy fruit, but lacks the complexity of a higher-tier red.",Estate,,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Doña Paula 2004 Estate Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2004-estate-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2004,Doña Paula
13.4,White,US,"Lots of oak here, with toast, butter and caramelly vanilla riding over underlying peach and tropical fruit flavors. The texture is creamy smooth and rich. Nice Chardonnay at a decent price.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2005 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Chateau St. Jean
13.1,White,US,"Canyon Road established their formula for Sauvignon Blanc years ago and hasn't budged. The wine remains a fair-priced source of very dry, light-bodied, tart wine, with lemon juice, lime zest and green grass flavors.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Canyon Road
13,Red,Spain,"A mixed bag of red-fruit aromas are brought down by a hint of sour pickle, yet the palate is uplifting as it delivers nothing but snappy red-cherry flavors. Grippy and scouring courtesy of live-wire tannins and acidity, but there's enough weight and sweetness to ensure balance. A good tapas wine.",Tintico,8,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2005 Tintico Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2005-tintico-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2005,Castillo de Monjardin
13.5,White,US,"Most of the grapes are from Sonoma County, but a portion are from neighboring Lake, and you can taste that deeply figgy, spiced cantaloupe, zingy fruit. The acidity is refreshing, and there's a touch of creamy oak in the finish.",,14,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Clos du Bois 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2005-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Clos du Bois
12.5,Red,Spain,"Early nosing reveals some stewy, raisiny qualities along with hints of cinnamon and red bell pepper. The palate is heavy, with no ifs, ands or buts about it. And sticking to that theme, the finish is flat and soft. Has its good points but seems tired and slightly overripe.",Viña Pomal Reserva,16,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 1999 Viña Pomal Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-1999-vina-pomal-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,Bodegas Bilbainas
10.5,White,Germany,,Estate QbA,13,85,Rheingau,,,Anthony Hammond 2005 Estate QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-hammond-2005-estate-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Anthony Hammond
14,Red,Australia,"This 50-50 blend--actuallly it's 51-49--features crisp berry fruit and modest cedar accents. Medium-bodied with a creamy texture, it finishes tart and cranberryish. Drink now.",,16,85,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2003 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2003-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bleasdale
,Red,France,"A ripe, full, fruity wine, showing Merlot softness and some attractive red berry and fruit cake flavors. This has a light sense of structure, but needs no aging.",Thomasm Barton Reserve,,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Barton & Guestier 2004 Thomasm Barton Reserve  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2004-thomasm-reserve-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Barton & Guestier
,Red,Austria,"Classic in Austrian terms means a wine that has no wood aging. So this wine from the red wine heartland of Austria is all about fruit. It is herbal, layered with acidity on top of flavors of redcurrants and cranberries. The tannins offer a firm support to the ripe fruit. Drink now",Classic,14,85,Mittelburgenland,,,Iby 2005 Classic Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iby-2005-classic-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2005,Iby
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Big, dark and smoky, with leather and basic fruit aromas. The palate is bold and generically fruity, with coffee and chocolate notes on the back end. The finish seems a bit sheer and limited as the fruit disappears quickly on an outgoing wave of outsized acidity.",Reserve,19,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2004 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2004-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Zolo
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Early Middle Eastern aromas of cumin and the like yield to burnt toast and charred hamburger. The palate is perfectly juicy and for the most part balanced, with berry and plum flavors. With pop and ripping acidity, this is a lively number that should go well with burgers, pizza and similar finger foods.",,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Zolo
14.2,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Petite Sirah, this wine, from Lake County, Paso Robles and Napa, shows how ripe grapes get in California. It just bursts with berries and cherries and chocolate, and is dry, with smooth tannins. What a versatile and inexpensive red wine.",Red X Winemaker's Blend,14,85,California,California Other,California,X 2004 Red X Winemaker's Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2004-red-winemakers-blend-other/,Red Blend,2004,X
14.8,Red,US,"Simple and easy, a textbook correct Pinot with good varietal character. It's dry and silky, with cola, rhubarb, coffee, cherry and oak flavors that finish with tons of oriental spices.",,20,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Waterstone 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Waterstone
12.5,White,Australia,"With its pronounced weight, bit of residual sugar and slightly oily texture, this is not a prototypical Australian Riesling. But it is well made, with flavors of baked apple and citrus that last on the finish.",Promised Land,13,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Wakefield 2005 Promised Land Riesling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2005-promised-land-riesling-south/,Riesling,2005,Wakefield
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Weak and hazy to the eye, with a slightly stewy ""old-wine"" character. But it's only from 2002, so it's not exactly ancient. So why the color? Maybe it's already on its way to full maturity, and if that's the case that means the vegetal notes that are currently dominating the fading fruit are here to stay.",Gran Assemblage,55,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carmelo Patti 2002 Gran Assemblage Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmelo-patti-2002-gran-assemblage-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Carmelo Patti
13.5,Red,Spain,"Rather stocky, with beef bouillon, blackberry and rubber on the nose. The feel is solid while the plum, berry and leathery flavors display some of the heat of the year. Not a refined wine but good in an easy, drink-me-now way. Could use cheese or some roasted meat.",,14,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Capitoso 2003  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capitoso-2003-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Capitoso
,Red,US,"A light pinot from the Columbia Gorge (Oregon side). This is well-crafted (by Sineann's Peter Rosback) but simple; a straight-ahead style which fades quickly. The vintage is looking this way in Oregon; early releases of pinot noir have been unusually light, at least by recent standards, and this is no exception.",Becky's Cuvée,24,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Phelps Creek 2005 Becky's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phelps-creek-2005-beckys-cuvee-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2005,Phelps Creek
14.5,Red,Australia,"Features heady scents of dried fruit, anise and pepper, but this big wine never really spreads its wings. The mouthfeel isn't especially rich or layered, while the flavors lean heavily toward dried fruit compote with hints of honey and spice--sort of like Amarone lite. Drink now.",Condor,20,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2003 Condor Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2003-condor-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Penley Estate
13.5,White,Italy,"Grechetto is an excellent alternative for those looking for a crisp, easy wine with body and more structure than your standard Italian white. This rendition is particularly attractive with lemon, melon, honey, almond skin and mineral notes on the nose.",,,85,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barberani 2005 Grechetto (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2005-italian-white-grechetto-umbria/,Grechetto,2005,Barberani
13.5,White,Australia,"This blend of 75% Semillon and 25% Chardonnay boasts rather subdued flavors, but works in just enough ripe pear and melon flavors to satisfy. It's medium-bodied, with hints of dried spices for complexity and a mouthwatering finish. It's a great value at this rock-bottom price.",,5,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2005 Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2005-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2005,Banrock Station
11.5,White,France,"A medium-dry wine, from a producer better known for Muscadet. It is clean, fresh, attractively citric, with delicious flavors of almonds and a balanced, easy crisp aftertaste.",Vouvray,,85,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Goulaine 2005 Vouvray  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goulaine-2005-vouvray-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Goulaine
13.5,White,US,"On the rough and ready side, but this is a good price for an oaky, creamy, fruity Chard of this caliber. It's rich in peaches and cream, tropical fruit and buttered toast flavors.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Heron 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Heron
14,Red,Australia,"Already shows some slight bricking at the rim, with herbal, leathery overtones and chocolate and molasses bass notes. The texture is soft and creamy, but the finish is tangy and crisp. Pleasant enough, but its future is uncertain; drink now.",Southern Sisters Reserve,20,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Heath Wines 2003 Southern Sisters Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heath-wines-2003-southern-sisters-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Heath Wines
13,White,Australia,"Shows promise, exhibiting classic petrol, apple and citrus aromas and flavors, but wraps up with a tart finish that resembles tinned citrus. It's plump in the mouth, long but a bit metallic on the finish.",,20,85,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Lalla Gully 2005 Riesling (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lalla-gully-2005-riesling-tasmania/,Riesling,2005,Lalla Gully
14,White,Italy,"Here's a Sauvignon from northern Italy with herbal notes, sweet basil leaf and white stone aromas that accent a clean, lean and fresh mouthfeel. This is a quaffable, easy-to-enjoy wine.",,15,85,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,La Tosa 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosa-2004-sauvignon-blanc-colli-piacentini/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,La Tosa
12,White,Italy,"Made with Chardonnay and the local Ribolla grape, this is a dry, fragrant and easy-to-drink white. The aromas span fruit and honeysuckle to dried hay and mineral notes. Would pair with salads or grilled vegetables.     **We need a new appellation for San Marino",Roncale,14,85,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Consorzio Vini Tipici di San Marino 2004 Roncale White (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consorzio-vini-tipici-san-marino-2004-roncale-white-emilia-romagna/,White Blend,2004,Consorzio Vini Tipici di San Marino
13,Red,Italy,Sangiovese grown in the central Romagna region of Italy is often a deeper and darker expression of the variety with distinct aromas of blackberry and cherry fruit. This wine is no exception. It's tame in the mouth with firm tannins and medium persistency.     WE NEED AN APPELLATION FOR Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore,Vigneti delle Rosenere,12,85,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2004 Vigneti delle Rosenere  (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2004-vigneti-delle-rosenere-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2004,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza
13,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon (15 percent) from the central Abruzzo region are blended to yield an easy and approachable wine with notes of toasted oak, blueberry, black pepper, dried herbs and sour cherry.",Don Camillo,15,85,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Farnese 2005 Don Camillo Red (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farnese-2005-don-camillo-red-terre-chieti/,Red Blend,2005,Farnese
13.5,White,Australia,"An overt, tropical Chardonnay with oodles of fruit. This is a bit broad and lacking focus despite having hints of quince and a trace of minerality that lend som semblance of structure. Turns a bit sour-citrusy on the finish.",Brightview,15,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Simon Hackett 2005 Brightview Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-2005-brightview-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Simon Hackett
13.9,Red,US,"Largely from Lake County, with a splash of Napa, this wine exhibits ripe blackberry and cherry jam fruit. It's dry and balanced, with a sweet chocolatey veneer of oak. There's a nice acid-tannin balance.",,19,85,California,California Other,California,X 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,X
11.5,Rose,US,"Aromas of peach, rose petals and citrus greet the nose with this popular, fun rose from Wolffer. It's fruit-driven, dry and zingy and would pair deliciously with lobster or a mild cheese.  Perhaps just a touch too much acidity overrides the delicate fruit flavors but overall this is an elegant and accessible rose.",,14,85,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2005 Rosé (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2005-rose-long-island-hamptons/,Rosé,2005,Wölffer
15.5,Dessert,Austria,"For sheer alcoholic power, there's not much to beat this wine. For the pleasure it gives, well that's harder. This is more about richness, with high levels of pepper, new wood and structure. An acquired taste.",Grüner Veltliner Beerenauslese,54,85,Donauland,,,Wimmer-Czerny 2000 Grüner Veltliner Beerenauslese Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wimmer-czerny-2000-gruner-veltliner-beerenauslese-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Wimmer-Czerny
13.5,Red,Spain,"Fleshy, ripe and going soft, but in the fold is tasty pineapple, honey, apple and citrus aromas and flavors. Nothing complicated from nose to tail; it shows standard passion fruit and grapefruit characteristics and not much more.",,8,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Marqués de Riscal 2005 White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2005-white-rueda/,White Blend,2005,Marqués de Riscal
15.1,Red,US,"The winery has hard work ahead with this Temp, which like so many others from California struggles for identity. The wine is soft and dry, with cherry, raspberry and chocolate flavors that finish with a bit of sweetness. It's a good wine but needs complexity, depth, and interest value, especially at this price.",ReZerve,24,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2004 ReZerve Tempranillo (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2004-rezerve-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Tempranillo,2004,Shenandoah
13.5,Red,Australia,"Slightly weedy and herbal, but this wine also boasts plenty of chocolate and cassis to help balance the score. The finish features soft tannins, crisp acids and a slightly charred, coffee-like component. Drink now.",Koonunga Hill,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2004 Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2004-koonunga-hill-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Penfolds
13,Red,US,"Sturdy notes of roasted meat, spice and cherry greet here and lead into a medium-bodied wine that is sure to pair well with roasted game and fowl. There's a little roughness on the palate but the flavors are pleasant—lush berry, mint, pepper—and there's complexity, too.",,38,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Roanoke Vineyards 2000 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roanoke-2000-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2000,Roanoke Vineyards
13.5,Red,Australia,"Rather lean, with a slight hint of eucalyptus to the tart plum flavors. Picks up some cedary notes on the finish, but although this medium-bodied, smooth-textured wine is pleasant enough, it could use more complexity and lushness.",Scotsdale,20,85,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Howard Park 2004 Scotsdale Cabernet Sauvignon (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2004-scotsdale-cabernet-sauvignon-great-southern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Howard Park
13.2,White,US,"Most of the grapes come from the Central Coast, and that explains the juicy acidity that makes the wine so clean and bright. It's also very ripe, with pineapple, grapefuit and spicy cantaloupe flavors that finish with a honeyed semi-sweetness.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Dancing Bull
,Red,Australia,"If the Liandra is Bratasiuk's Côte-Rôtie, this is the wine he calls “more Hermitage.” And it does have some iron-like, minerally notes to it. But there's more New World suppleness and flesh as well, featuring lush plum and cassis fruit, some hickory-smoked bacon and layers of coffee and cream on the lengthy finish. Approachable now, but should be even better in five years and will easily last for 10–15.",Brookman,100,95,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Brookman Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-brookman-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2004,Clarendon Hills
14.5,Red,US,"This is Marimar's reserve-style Pinot. The '04, like the '03, shows authoritative structure in the fine tannins and acids that frame wonderfully ripe fruit. It's a complex, grippy young wine, elaborately gorgeous in blackberry pie, cherry tart, blueberry, cola and vanilla spice flavors, with an earthy undertow of balsamic-dashed heirloom tomato. Great now and through 2007 for its youthful beauty.",Earthquake Block Don Miguel Vineyard,47,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2004 Earthquake Block Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2004-earthquake-block-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Marimar Estate
,White,US,"This wine goes right to the top of the heap to stand with the best Washington viogniers. The fruit is from Ciel du Cheval on Red Mountain, and winemaker Mark McNeilly has framed it in his own distinctive style. Big but not heavy, lush and textural, it's slathered in flavors of pear and caramel, with a lightly honeyed finish. Just 100 cases were produced.",,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2005 Viognier (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Viognier,2005,Mark Ryan
14.5,Red,US,"This designation is the winery's reserve bottling. Winemaker John Skupny has the cellar in mind, to judge from the sandpapery tannins. Still, there's a delicate lightness, a red cherried, cranberry flavor underneath that offers immediate appeal yet has the capacity to age for 10 years.",Premier Etage,40,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lang & Reed 2002 Premier Etage Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2002-premier-etage-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Lang & Reed
,Red,US,"Red Mountain fruit (from Ciel, Hedges and Kiona) creates this delicious Syrah, laced with powerful flavors of coffee liqueur and chocolate. Co-fermented with a dash of Viognier. Satiny and citrusy, it maintains an elegant precision for a wine that offers such richness.",Wild Eyed,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2004 Wild Eyed Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2004-wild-eyed-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2004,Mark Ryan
14.5,Red,US,"Very similar to the winery's Back Forty, with a little Syrah added to the Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this luscious wine has a chewy, cherry, mu shu plum sauce and new oak vanilla deliciousness. The chewiness is from mountain tannins. The wine is soft, but with just enough acidity for balance. Very fine, really tasty. A brand new label from Ferrari-Carano and one to watch.",West Face,50,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,PreVail 2003 West Face Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prevail-2003-west-face-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2003,PreVail
14.5,Red,South Africa,"An exciting and explosive wine, this packs a punch with syrupy flavors of cassis, plum and a touch of coffee. Full-bodied, with sweet tannins and smokey notes to the cassis-laden nose, this highly pleasurable wine can be drunk over the next five years.",,33,92,Paarl,,,Black Pearl 2003 Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-pearl-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2003,Black Pearl
13,Red,Greece,"As with the previous year's bottling, this wine is shut down with tannins and toasty oak. Dark and polished, with flavors of black fruits, coffee and spice trying to emerge, the wine's nose gives it away as an ager, offering damp earth, later transforming to coffee, spice and rich, dark fruit. Throw a case in your cellar until 2008, then try a bottle a year after that.",Organics,22,91,Halkidiki,,,Tsantali 2001 Organics Cabernet Sauvignon (Halkidiki),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2001-organics-cabernet-sauvignon-halkidiki/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Tsantali
14.5,Red,US,"This is the first Monticello Syrah I've had, and it's a very impressive one. Grown in the cooler southern part of Napa Valley, it shows crisp acids and a peppery zest that make the blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors extra enjoyable.",Estate Grown,34,91,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Monticello Vineyards 2004 Estate Grown Syrah (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2004-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Syrah,2004,Monticello Vineyards
13.5,White,US,"Brander is one of the best white wine specialists in California, especially when it comes to Sauvignon Blanc, which comprises half the blend here, with Grenache Blanc. This is a marvelous wine, racy, dry, spicy and brilliantly structured, with piquant acidity and rewarding citrus, mango and strawberry flavors.",Uno Mas,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2005 Uno Mas White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2005-uno-mas-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2005,Brander
,Red,US,"The grapes seem like they were picked earlier than others, making for a lean-style Pinot Noir that's high in acids and minerality. It's almost austere, although maybe “restrained” is a better word. Dry and tannic, but with a deep core of cherry compote fruit, the wine needs a little time. Should begin to blossom by 2007 and drink well through 2012.",Hailey's Block,55,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford 2004 Hailey's Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-2004-haileys-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Hartford
14.7,Red,US,"This Cabernet-based blend has some pedigreed vineyard fruit in it, including Tokalon and Beckstoffer Georges III. It's extremely soft and complex, but not showing all that well at this moment. Seems a bit closed down, muted. But it's a very fine wine that probably needs time to open. Drink 2008–2010.",Perry's Blend,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Juslyn Vineyards 2002 Perry's Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juslyn-2002-perrys-blend-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Juslyn Vineyards
14.7,Red,US,"When Hendry Zin is good, which it usually is, it's very good, and so it is with this ripe, flashy but balanced wine. Block 7, in particular, is as dependable as Zin gets. It's so delicious in jammy cherry, blackberry and cocoa flavors, yet dry and crisp, with that sip-me-again quality that quickly empties the bottle.",Block 7,29,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2004 Block 7 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2004-block-7-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Hendry
,White,US,"If there's a better Semillon in the country, I can't find it. This is 100% varietal, done in a rich style featuring ripe, round, peachy fruit. Barrel fermented, it has some interesting notes of honeysuckle, clover and sweet apple. The pure, round fruit is what makes this Sémillon a standout.",Seven Hills Vineyard Estate,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2005 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Sémillon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2005-seven-hills-vineyard-estate-semillon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sémillon,2005,L'Ecole No. 41
13.6,Red,US,"Beautiful Cab, although it's young and needs time to blossom. It has a chewy mouthfeel, with significant tannins that frame ripe berry-cherry fruit. Polished and refined, this Cab should open gracefully over the next 15 years.",,60,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Slaughterhouse Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/slaughterhouse-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Slaughterhouse Cellars
14.2,Red,US,"This pale-colored wine is light in texture, with a sheer, silk and satin, airy mouthfeel that reminds you of tea. It's also very acidic, and filled with youthfully immature fruit and spice. Brings to mind certain great Burgundies on release. It should be exciting to age this wine past 2008.",Schultze Family Vineyard,54,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Testarossa 2004 Schultze Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-schultze-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2004,Testarossa
13.2,Red,US,"French-born Daniel Manies was the first cellarmaster at Opus One. Now he has his own winery. This inaugural Cab is plush and extremely soft to the point of melted. It's also seriously flavorful. It's like an ambrosiac nectar, all gooey blackberry pie filling and mocha vanilla cream. It's a good start.",Reserve,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vin de Manies 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-manies-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vin de Manies
14.2,Red,US,"A very good Cab, a little young and in need of cellaring, but such is the fruit that you can drink it now. It's plush in black currant, crème de cassis and new oaky flavors wrapped in soft, velvety tannins, with a chocolaty, licorice finish. Should hold for a good ten years.",Leonardini Vineyard,100,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2003 Leonardini Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2003-leonardini-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Whitehall Lane
14.9,White,US,"Nice and crisp, with rich peach, citrus, guava, honeysuckle, vanilla and spice flavors, this PG has real complexity. It must be the terroir, which has given the wine enormous concentrated ripeness but also beautiful acidity.",Goodchild Vineyard,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Epiphany 2005 Goodchild Vineyard Pinot Gris (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2005-goodchild-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Epiphany
14.5,Red,Australia,"Inky purple-black in color, this looks like a heavyweight, and lovers of big, rich wines likely won't be disappointed. It's full-bodied, verging on heavy, with chocolaty plum and prune flavors that nevertheless stay surprisingly fresh on the long finish. It's approachable now, but how long it will last is a tough call.",RWT,75,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Penfolds 2003 RWT Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-rwt-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Penfolds
13.5,White,US,"Last year's bottling was a hard act to follow, but Mauritson's done it again. The vintage was cooler and this wine seems crisper and zestier but no less flavorful, bursting at the seams with ripe lemon, lime, peach and wildflower flavors. Turns as rich as honey on the finish, but it's a dry wine.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Mauritson
14.5,Red,US,"Big and rich. The flavors are blackberries, plums and coffee so ripe, they touch into black currant and raisin territory. Yet the wine maintains poise and dryness. Drink now–2015, at least.",Coyote Ridge Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Miro 2004 Coyote Ridge Vineyard Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miro-2004-coyote-ridge-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2004,Miro
14,Red,Spain,"Starts with roasted, leathery aromas that feature hints of burnt beef and berry compote. The palate is layered and nicely balanced, with berry flavors hitting first and chocolate coming next. Espresso is the final act, as it ties the mouth to the finish in impressive fashion. A big load but one that's still manageable.",Tinto Roble,20,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Rejadorada 2003 Tinto Roble  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rejadorada-2003-tinto-roble-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Rejadorada
13,Red,Spain,"Spice, herbs, smoked meat and a dark core work in harmony on the bouquet. The palate on this well-made Reserva packs black cherry, cassis and plum, and that's followed by a stylish, smooth finish that comes on buttery at first and then settles in. Doesn't overwhelm but complements food nicely. Tasted twice.",Reserva,40,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Conde de la Salceda 2000 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-salceda-2000-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Conde de la Salceda
,Red,US,"Here's one of the bigger, more dramatic Russian River Pinots of the vintage. Dark, medium- to full-bodied and fairly tannic, the wine needs time to throw off some weight and reveal its pretty cherry fruit. Hold until 2008; should drink well through 2012.",Dutton Ranch Sanchietti Vineyard,55,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2004 Dutton Ranch Sanchietti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2004-ranch-sanchietti-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dutton-Goldfield
13.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is on benches between Rutherford and St. Helena. The wine is immaculate Cabernet in the modern style, soft and rich in blackberries and cherries that are so ripe, they veer into melted chocolate. This yumminess is complexed with smoky oak, and balanced with just enough dusty tannins to keep it all from collapsing.",Kronos Vineyard,100,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corison 2002 Kronos Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-2002-kronos-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Corison
12,Sparkling,US,"On the sweet side, but so nicely acidified and delicious in fruit that you hardly notice the sugar, which just gives the wine a round softness. Beautiful hazelnut, peaches-and-cream and vanilla flavors, with a touch of raspberry zest.",Brut Classic,18,90,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Brut Classic Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-brut-classic-sparkling-california-63915/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,Dessert,France,"Tariquet's answer to late harvest wines, this fine, ripe wine, with its layers of sweetness and intense acidity, would be a great accompaniment to pâté and terrines. Made from the south-west's Gros Manseng grape, which many locals claim is the unsung white grape of the future, this is a pure, fruity but complex wine.",Les Premières Grives,15,90,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2005 Les Premières Grives Gros Manseng (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2005-les-premieres-grives-other-white-gros-manseng-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Gros Manseng,2005,Domaine du Tariquet
14,Red,New Zealand,"Shows all the intensity you could want from a New Zealand Merlot (there's just 7% Cab Franc and 1% Cab Sauvignon in the blend), but seems to be in a bit of an awkward stage right now. Back in June it showed great finesse and elegance to go with its power, but tasted again in September it seems chunkier, with some rough edges of wood and alcohol poking out. Try in 2009.",Sophia Gimblett Gravels,60,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2004 Sophia Gimblett Gravels Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2004-sophia-gimblett-gravels-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Craggy Range
14.5,Red,US,"Tasted alongside Tantara's other vineyard Pinots, this is one of the more tannic and acidic. At the same time, the hot vintage yielded immensely ripe fruit, giving the wine jammy, pastry flavors of cherries, red and black raspberries, mocha, cola and root beer. The forwardness will probably limit ageability.",Brosseau Vineyard,52,90,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Tantara 2004 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-brosseau-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
14.1,White,US,"Achieves the alchemy of well-toasted oak and perfectly ripe fruit to produce this luscious, creamy Chardonnay. Mangoes, papayas, pineapple custard, caramel, vanilla, it's all there, along with crisp, balancing acidity.",Reserve,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Simi 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2004-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Simi
,Red,Chile,"Year in and year out we love this nonvintage table wine from Valdivieso. Version 8 is round, smooth, slightly herbal and jam-packed with savory spice aromas. The palate is bright, forward and flush with raspberry and other dark-fruit flavors. Stocky and sturdy; it's Chilean red at its consistent best.",Caballo Loco Number 8,35,90,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso NV Caballo Loco Number 8 Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-nv-caballo-loco-number-8-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,,Valdivieso
15,Red,Australia,"There's no doubting the quality of this wine, which exudes class and refinement. It's not as plush as some other Aussie Grenaches, but deftly marries kirsch, vanilla and dried spices into an integrated and complex whole. Firm on the finish, with a bit of a tart edge.",Aerope,102,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2004 Aerope Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2004-aerope-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2004,Two Hands
13.8,Red,US,"Rodney Strong has vineyards across the county, from cool to warm, and winemaker Rick Sayre is a master blender. This is a terrific wine at this price. It's rich and opulent in blackberry, cassis, cocoa and sweet oak, with ripe tannins and a beautiful balance. At this enormous production level—nearly a quarter-million cases—this is a tremendous achievement.",,19,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rodney Strong
,Red,Italy,"This is a bit lighter in color than it's younger sibling, the 2000, but still shows no obvious bricking in color. This is nicely supple and softened with age, but still shows plenty of cherry fruit and leather subtleties. Drink or hold.",Costasera,,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 1990 Costasera  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1990-costasera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1990,Masi
14,Red,Chile,"Quite attractive in color and bouquet, with compact, deep aromas of leather, olive, black plum and cassis. It's pure and powerful in the mouth, with tons of dark fruit and chocolate. Finishes long, with finely etched tannins. Very smooth and properly made in the New World style.",Limited Edition,28,91,Central Valley,,,Echeverria 2003 Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2003-limited-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Echeverria
14.3,White,US,"If you're a fan of big, oaky Chards, you'll like this one. It's rich and unctuous in ripe tropical fruit custard flavors, with the buttered toast, crème brûlée and smoky char that comes from new French barrels. But it has a perky acidity that lends it an appley, minerally note.",Floral Clone,28,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Godwin 2004 Floral Clone Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/godwin-2004-floral-clone-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Godwin
,Red,France,"Made from 80-year-old vines, this blend of Carignan and Syrah is an intense, concentrated wine, with mint and black fruit flavors and a velvety texture from the wood aging. Made in a limited edition of 6,000 bottles, the wine is worthy of aging, a fine example of southern flavors allied to modern winemaking.",La Forge,,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Gérard Bertrand 2003 La Forge Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2003-forge-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Gérard Bertrand
14.8,Red,US,"The youthful acidity really strikes you, and so do the silky texture and enormous flavors, all of which make it textbook Garys'. The raspberry parfait, sweet mint tea, and dusting of white chocolate are delicious, but the wine feels young and unresolved. It needs a little time to come together. Best 2007–2010.",Garys' Vineyard,54,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2004 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Testarossa
13.8,White,US,"Patianna has been producing biodynamically-grown Sauvignon Blanc under the radar, and consumers really should discover it. The '05 is quite as good as the '03, maybe better, a dry, crisp, elegantly balanced wine, with delicately unoaked citrus flavors. It's Sauvignons like this that are weaning wine lovers away from Chardonnay.",,18,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Patianna 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patianna-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Patianna
13.1,White,US,"This is America's answer to Marlborough, showing true Lake County terroir, with high acidity that gives a minerally, gunmetal lift to the ripe grapefruit, passion fruit, kiwi and lime flavors. Wonder fully good, and the low alcohol makes it easy to drink.",High Serenity Ranch,15,91,California,Lake County,High Valley,Brassfield 2005 High Serenity Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2005-high-serenity-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Brassfield
,White,New Zealand,"More restrained on the nose than the regular Chardonnay, but with greater depth, richness and texture, the 2005 Casarina Reserve Chardonnay is a selection of older vines, mainly the Mendoza clone. Subtle popcorn and cereal-grain notes add elegance to the melon fruit, finishing with crisp acids that balance the wine's weight.",Casarina Reserve,30,91,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2005 Casarina Reserve Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2005-casarina-reserve-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,2005,Te Kairanga
14.5,Red,Australia,"Barossa fans should be seeking out the well-priced offerings from Ross Estate. This Grenache, from vines more than 80 years old, starts off with dark notes of coffee and plum, then gradually reveals dried cherries accented by hints of spice. The texture is creamy and lush, the finish mouthwatering and long. Drink now–2012.",Old Vine,20,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Ross Estate 2003 Old Vine Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-estate-2003-old-vine-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2003,Ross Estate
14.5,Red,US,"This block selection has been terrific in recent years, and the '03 is right up there in wicked deliciousness. It's softly tannic, cushioning the mouth with blackberry, blueberry, coffee, cola, chocolate and pepper flavors that last for a long time on the finish. Drink now–2009.",Black Bear Block,50,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2003 Black Bear Block Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2003-black-bear-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2003,Zaca Mesa
14.5,Red,US,"This is the kind of fleshy, oaky Cabernet that Napa produces so effortlessly. The fruit got really ripe in blackberries and cocoa, the tannins are sweet and intricate, if a bit sandpapery, and the balance is impeccable. It's an upscale wine that is very good now, and should develop well for many years.",,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Wings 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wings-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Wings
14.9,Red,US,"Ripe, soft and polished, this is one of those Cabernets that feels fancy and upscale in the mouth. Mainly that comes from the quality of the tannins, which are refined and sweet, and the flavors, which are a combination of blackberry, ripe grapes and new oak. Probably at its best now and for the next five years.",Estate Grown,80,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Hewitt 2003 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hewitt-2003-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hewitt
,White,France,"The legendary white of Daumas Gassac is a blend of Viognier, Petit Manseng and Chardonnay, with small quantities of grape varieties from Georgia, Armenia and Madeira. It's fat and full-bodied, but manages to retain some fresh acidity. It's definitely the play of flavors—thyme, green plums, some wood—that make it so fascinating. A wine that will age over the next five years, at least.",Réserve de Gassac Sélection Guibert,38,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Mas de Daumas Gassac 2004 Réserve de Gassac Sélection Guibert White (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-daumas-gassac-2004-reserve-selection-guibert-white-vin-pays-lherault/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Mas de Daumas Gassac
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is the most full-bodied of Mumm's current sparklers and despite the lack of a vintage designation, it has the weight and complexity of a true tête de cuvée. Nearly half Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with a drop or two of other whites, it's creamy and rich in citrus and peach flavors, with a hint of strawberries.",Reserve Brut,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Reserve Brut Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa
13.5,White,US,"Distinctive; shows the ripe tropical fruits and Fuji apples that mark the appellation, but also a richly exotic streak of apricot. Grown in the cool Green Valley region, the wine is marked by crisp, minerally acids. Amazingly, it's never seen oak, although it has a wonderfully creamy texture.",Acero Don Miguel Vineyard,25,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2005 Acero Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2005-acero-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Marimar Estate
,Red,US,"This is lighter, more approachable than the other Fielding reds, with strawberry and cherry fruit and good acidity. Though it does not quite carry the weight of the others, it has wonderful balance, and it is perhaps the most approachable of the new releases, drinking beautifully, with a satiny smooth finish that slides across the palate. Absolutely seamless and poised.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2004 Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2004-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Fielding Hills
14.5,Red,US,"This Pinot defines a fruit-forward, direct style, but elevates it above the obvious into sheer decadence. Offers masses of cherry pie, cola, leather, licorice and cinnamon spice flavors, wrapped into a creamy, smoky texture that feels powerful and silky at the same time. Delicious, but drink now. So much better than the regular '05.",Reserve,50,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Artesa
14.5,Red,US,"Very tannic, a challenge the winemaker will have to deal with, but there's enormous promise in this new, unexplored appellation of Lake County. Complex, this wine is marked by peppery blackberry fruit and licorice, with a rich vein of sweet new leather. Has that undefinable take-a-second-sip quality. Drink now, but decant for a few hours.",Monte Sereno Vineyard,30,91,California,Lake County,High Valley,Brassfield 2003 Monte Sereno Vineyard Syrah (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2003-monte-sereno-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Syrah,2003,Brassfield
15.2,Red,US,"Classic Eaglepoint red wine: big, high alcohol, dry and dramatically ripe, with extra layers of complexity. Offers rich blackberry flavors, with a darkly earthy, mulchy undertone of soy-sautéed mushrooms and leather. The tannins are bigtime, but it will lose interest with age. Perfect now with grilled steak.",Eaglepoint Ranch,32,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Redline 2004 Eaglepoint Ranch Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redline-2004-eaglepoint-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,2004,Redline
,Red,France,"An impressively concentrated wine, now maturing well, with flavors of herbs, lavender and chocolate, very ripe tannins and spice from the American wood aging. Think of this as Cornas in Languedoc—the power is similar.",Cumulo Nimbus,36,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Abbotts 1999 Cumulo Nimbus Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-1999-cumulo-nimbus-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Abbotts
14.1,White,US,"Definitely cool climate wine, to judge from the acidity and minerality. Underneath are subtly engaging fruit pastry filling flavors of mangoes, guavas, peaches and nectarines, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg and enriched with vanilla and brown sugar. Yet this wine is totally dry. It's a classy, complex food wine.",V Cuvée,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Vixen 2005 V Cuvée White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vixen-2005-v-cuvee-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Vixen
14.5,Red,Chile,"Complete as can be, with smooth, refined aromas of black fruit and tight-grained oak. This is an elevated varietal wine that hits firmly with ripe plum, berry and herb flavors. The mouthfeel is ripe and lush, while the finish sports forward vanilla and more hidden cedar. A definite winner.",Reserva Limited Edition,19,91,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2004 Reserva Limited Edition Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2004-reserva-limited-edition-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Viña Pérez Cruz
,Red,US,"No Zachary's Ladder was made in 2003, but there are 650 cases of this gorgeous 2004. Thick, smoky and exotic, it's a big and creamy wine with plenty of acid, plenty of spicy red fruit, and the friendly mocha flavors of new oak. Vineyard sources include Boushey, Alder Creek and Wahluke Slope.",Zachary's Ladder,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gorman 2004 Zachary's Ladder Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2004-zacharys-ladder-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Gorman
12.9,Sparkling,US,"Seriously good sparkler, so rich, smooth and supple, so elegant and refined, yet packed with the most delicious candied strawberry, vanilla cream, smoky char and even white chocolate flavors. For all that, it's dry and racy.",Brut Rosé,35,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2003 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2003-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Gloria Ferrer
14.5,Red,US,"Clos Pegase has turned into one of the most dependably exciting, multi-varietal wineries in Napa Valley. The very fine '01 Hommage now is followed by an equally good '02. It's ripe and juicy in black currant, cherry and chocolate, with rich, velvety tannins. A minor quibble is that the wine doesn't really need all that new oak; it almost overshadows the beautiful fruit.",Hommage,75,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2002 Hommage Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2002-hommage-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Clos Pegase
14.4,Red,US,"The winery's Calistoga Cabernet is lush and opulent. This one is much firmer in acids and tannins, a more structured wine, although equally oaky, but it needs cellaring to show its best. Explodes with black currant and chocolate flavors, and should improve for quite a few years. Drink 2008–2015.",Graveyard Hill,60,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2001 Graveyard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2001-graveyard-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Clos Pegase
14,Red,South Africa,"Firm tannins and good acidity suggest you can enjoy this wine over the next 10 years, but with beefy flavors of cassis, blackberry and tobacco you may not want to wait. Meaty on the nose, with ample oak spice and a touch of pepper adding to powerful fruit aromas, and a long, spicy finish.",,21,91,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2004 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2004-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2004,Rust en Vrede
,Red,Italy,"Delicate cherry and dried spice notes mark the nose of this wine, which is almost delicate relative to Masi's other Amarones. Elegant and complex. Drink now.",Serego Alighieri Vaio Armaron,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 1990 Serego Alighieri Vaio Armaron  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1990-serego-alighieri-vaio-armaron-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1990,Masi
14.5,Red,US,"For me, this is the most successful of Saintsbury's new trio of single vineyard Pinots for its depth of flavor. It's a silky, lightly-textured wine, deceptively drinkable, with very gentle tannins, yet has complex cherry, cola, strawberry, rhubarb, Asian spice and oak flavors, enriched with toasty new oak, that flatter the palate and last long on the finish.",Stanly Ranch,45,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2004 Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2004-stanly-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Saintsbury
14.8,Red,US,"I love the elegance of this Pinot. This is so light and delicate, yet so interesting, with rosehip tea, tangerine zest, Asian spice and cola flavors that are accented by toasty new oak. It just fascinates all along.",Leras Vineyard,40,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 2004 Leras Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2004-leras-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Russian Hill
14,Red,Australia,"Ross Estate is only several years old, but winemaker Rod Chapman is a long-time veteran, and his North Ridge Shiraz is a knockout for the price. Dense aromas of fruitcake and spice ease out of the glass, while the flavors follow a similar trajectory—rich and a touch syrupy, with dried-fruit and spice notes that are distinctly Barossa. Finishes with a dusty, layered feel to its tannins, suggesting a drinking window of 2008–2015.",North Ridge,18,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Ross Estate 2002 North Ridge Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-estate-2002-north-ridge-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Ross Estate
,Red,France,"An impressive wine, a blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cabernet Sauvignon, this is only produced in the best vintages at Michel Laroche's Mas la Chevalière. The summer of 2003 in the Languedoc was not as hot as the rest of France, so, while the wine is full-bodied, it is not overpowering despite its richness and dense black fruits. Age this wine for another two years.",La Croix Chevalière,30,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laroche 2003 La Croix Chevalière Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2003-croix-chevaliere-red-vin-pays-doc/,Red Blend,2003,Laroche
15.5,Red,US,"Trentadue's La Storia bottlings are their reserves, and the designation is justified for this Zin. Soft and melted in texture, with succulent wild blackberry jam, milk chocolate and cherry flavors, it's very dry, with gentle tannins. There's a butterscotchy, vanilla richness on the finish that probably comes from charred oak.",La Storia,28,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trentadue 2004 La Storia Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2004-storia-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Trentadue
14.3,Red,US,"A mountain wine, too tannic for early drinking, as it shuts down the palate with dry astringency. But it's all there for aging. With a rich heart of blackberry and cherry fruit, the wine should come into its own after 2009.",Mailbox Vineyard Reserve,58,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2003 Mailbox Vineyard Reserve Merlot (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2003-mailbox-vineyard-reserve-merlot-napa-spring-mountain/,Merlot,2003,Keenan
,Red,France,"It's rare to find a Languedoc wine that is being released after six years. So it's worth relishing the ripe but mature flavors, meaty and full-bodied. The primary fruits have gone, leaving a mellifluous, velvety wine, finishing with vanilla and cream.",Boreas,27,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Abbotts 2000 Boreas Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-2000-boreas-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Abbotts
,Red,US,"From Red Mountain fruit, this tannic, earthy Syrah blends its tart black cherry and raspberry fruit with a wash of ash, graphite and coffee grounds. Young as it is, you can already sniff out the roasted meats and herbs to come. Just 130 cases were made.",The Pixie,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2004 The Pixie Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2004-pixie-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2004,Gorman
15.3,Red,US,"Very fine, but tough at this time, a Cabernet that needs serious cellar time. Is it an ager? Pretty guaranteed, to judge by the big, ripe, lockdown tannins, the savory acids, and the core of sweet, sap-rich black currants. Lots of sweet new oak, too, but a wine of this size needs it. Best 2010–2015.",Treva's Vineyard,95,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harris 2003 Treva's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harris-2003-trevas-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Harris
,Red,US,"The Champoux is muscular, supple and laced with flavors of earth, iron filings, hints of tobacco and dark cherry fruits. It is the deepest and most concentrated of the Fidélitas lineup, with more substance and weight.",Champoux Vineyard,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2003 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2003-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fidelitas
,Red,US,"This beautifully classic Napa Cab plays it straight down the middle, aiming for drinkability and complex ageworthiness. It's ripe but not a fruit bomb, with lovely blackberry, cassis and oak flavors. Feels opulent and complex, yet totally balanced. Good now, and versatile at the table.",,75,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Frog's Leap
,Red,France,"Named after a Roman legionary who was given a grant of the land on which the estate of Massamier la Mignarde now stands, this wine is a blend of low-yielding Syrah and old-vine Grenache. It's become a classic since its launch with the 2000 vintage. This 2004, made of beautiful, ripe, densely packed fruit and layered with dry, perfumed tannins, is delicious now but should certainly age.",Domus Maximus,34,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois La Liviniere,,Château Massamier la Mignarde 2004 Domus Maximus Red (Minervois La Liviniere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-massamier-mignarde-2004-domus-maximus-red-minervois-liviniere/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château Massamier la Mignarde
,Red,Argentina,"Not a hair is out of place on this pure and potent Malbec. The bouquet is crusty and rich, with berry and bitter chocolate aromas. The palate is chock-full of mulberry, black cherry, nutmeg and cocoa powder; the finish is smooth and rewarding. Good through 2008.",J. Alberto,38,91,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2004 J. Alberto Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2004-j-alberto-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2004,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia
13.5,White,US,"Plenty of richness here, mangoes, pineapple custard, Key lime pie, not to mention smoky, caramelly, butterscotchy oak, but there's also a streamlined, sleek minerality that leaves a lip-smacking steely feeling behind. Part of that is acidity. Really fine wine.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,28,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Steele 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Steele
14.3,Red,US,"This 100% mountain Cab is very, very tannic. Ripe blackberry fruit begins to flatter, and then those tannins rush up like linebackers and shut everything down. This suggests aging. Balanced and dry, it should begin to come into its own by 2008 and develop for many years.",Vineyard 7 Reserve,85,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Vineyard 7&8 2002 Vineyard 7 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-7-8-2002-7-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Vineyard 7&8
14.5,Red,Chile,"Shocked! That's hopefully how you'll feel after taking your first sip of this extraordinary Chilean Syrah. Potent is the nose; equally packed with plum, berry and chocolate is the mouth. And with mouthcoating tannins, extract and just enough core acidity, the finish lasts for minutes on end. One of the best Chilean Syrahs you'll find, and it's under $20.",Reserva Limited Edition,19,92,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2004 Reserva Limited Edition Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2004-reserva-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2004,Viña Pérez Cruz
15.1,Red,US,"Lots to like in this ripe, complex wine. It shows Zin's briary, brambly, wild nature, with that acidic, delightfully sharp fruit taste you get from freshly-picked berries plucked from thorn bushes in the height of summer. Yet it possesses an elegant, Merlot-like softness that's just luscious. That touch of raisins in the finish just adds another layer.",Old Vines,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Saddleback 2004 Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2004-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Saddleback
15.1,Red,US,"Here's a young Cabernet that's rich in complex, sweet tannins. The fruit shows all the hallmarks of the vintage, wonderfully ripe in blackberry, cherry, blueberry and chocolate flavors with an extravagant coating of toasty new oak. It's awfully good now, and should be opened by 2010 or so because of the softness.",Bell Mountain Vineyard,42,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Medlock Ames 2002 Bell Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medlock-ames-2002-bell-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Medlock Ames
,Red,France,"When Aimé Guibert set up the Mas de Daumas Gassac vineyard, he aimed to show it was possible to make top-quality wines in the Languedoc region of France. He succeeded, and continues to succeed, as this 2004 vintage estate wine shows. It is packed with generous, ripe, very dark, dense fruit, herbs and an almost intangible layer of wood.",,38,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Mas de Daumas Gassac 2004 Red (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-daumas-gassac-2004-red-vin-pays-lherault/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Mas de Daumas Gassac
,Red,France,"From vines in the heart of the Clos, Moillard has produced a powerful and concentrated wine. There is also balance, pushing the dark fruit against the acidity and solid, dry tannins. It may be big, but this wine still has fine elegance.",,,92,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Moillard 2003  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2003-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Moillard
,Sparkling,France,"Erick de Sousa chose the name Caudalies, because it is a measure of how long the taste of a wine stays in the mouth, measured in seconds. This wine certainly lasts for many caudalies in the mouth. Packed with deep ripe-fruit flavors, powerful but also elegant, this is so rich, it almost has a tropical character.",Cuvée des Caudalies Blanc de Blancs,70,92,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Cuvée des Caudalies Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-cuvee-caudalies-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,De Sousa & Fils
,Red,Argentina,"Noemía's signature Malbec, now in its third vintage, is one of the country's best. It starts out herbal and smoky, with a lot of dark French oak. The mouth is powerful and pure, with at least three layers of complex flavors and textures. The fruit is both subtle and loud. Simply an excellent wine of world-class character. Best in 2008–09.",Noemía,110,92,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2004 Noemía Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2004-noemia-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2004,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia
,White,France,"The single vineyard of Moutonne, exclusive to Domaine Long-Depaquit,  forms a part of the Grand Crus of Preuses and Vaudésirs. In 2003, it has produced a deliciously rich wine, full of green and white fruits. There is toast, and there is also acidity at the end, to leave a fresh, steely taste in the mouth.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Grand Cru Moutonne,,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2003 Domaine Long-Depaquit Grand Cru Moutonne  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2003-domaine-long-depaquit-grand-cru-moutonne-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,Albert Bichot
13.9,Red,US,"Immensely ripe, just explosive in young Cabernet flavors, and wrapped in those Howell tannins that require extensive cellaring. The wine, nearly 100% Cab, is totally dry and very oaky, from 100% new, small French barrels. But it's easily big enough in black currant, cherry and cocoa flavors to handle all that wood. Drinkable now, after decanting, with rich, fatty meats, and through 2020.",,86,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Atlas Peak 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Atlas Peak
,Red,US,"This wine honors winery founders Jean and Baker Ferguson, and the grapes are sourced from many of the vineyards they used in the early 1980s—Sagemoor, Bacchus, Dionysus and Klipsun. Still very young, very tight and very nicely structured, it shows good acid, tart fruit mixing berry, cherry and red licorice; firm tannins, ripe but chewy; and a good spine that is keeping things wrapped up tight.",Ferguson Commemorative Reserve,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2004 Ferguson Commemorative Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2004-ferguson-commemorative-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,L'Ecole No. 41
14.4,Red,US,"Potelle has quietly been crafting one of California's greatest Zins for many years now, from grapes on their mountain estate. There's always a claret-like balance, with beautifully pronounced fruit, near-perfect tannins and balancing acids without the high alcohol that plagues other Zins.",Mount Veeder Estate,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Château Potelle 2004 Mount Veeder Estate Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2004-mount-veeder-estate-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Château Potelle
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is a wonderful BdB, so refined and elegant, with such a smooth, satin-and-silk mouthfeel, which is really what you want in an upscale sparkling wine. With one-third Pinot Gris in with the Chardonnay, it shows white and yellow stone fruit, mainly citrus, flavors, with a savory brioche fullness, and a clean and dry finish.",Blanc de Blancs,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2001 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2001-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Mumm Napa
15.5,Red,Italy,"This is lighter and more elegant than the two crus—a practiced stylistic difference. Cherry blossoms come through here, accented by cinnamon, and showing great intensity without excess weight. Spice and delicate herbal notes mark the long finish. Drink or cellar.",Serego Alighieri Vaio Armaron,75,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2000 Serego Alighieri Vaio Armaron  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2000-serego-alighieri-vaio-armaron-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Masi
15,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied and lush, this hedonistic Shiraz easily hides its elevated alcohol level (15%) behind layers of concentrated plummy fruit. Hints of coffee, herbs and spices impart complexity, so this isn't a simple fruit bomb. Long and focused on the finish, with well-concealed structure that keeps the fruit from becoming jammy. Drink now–2015.",G. A. M.,45,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2004 G. A. M. Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2004-g-a-m-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Mitolo
14.1,Red,US,"I've always been partial to Magnificat, not only because it's such a grand wine, but because the price is moderate for Napa, and they haven't raised it for years. A Cabernet-based blend, it's rich, soft, complex and chocolaty, with tiers of cassis and smoky oak.",Oakville Estate Magnificat,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2003 Oakville Estate Magnificat Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2003-oakville-estate-magnificat-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Franciscan
14.8,White,US,"Best known for Cabernet, Hartwell planted Sauvignon Blanc close to San Francisco Bay, and this is their inaugural release. It's a great wine, reminiscent of the best of Marlborough. Enormously rich, it's absolutely dry and high in acids, with a flood of gooseberry, grapefruit zest and white peach flavors. One-quarter new French oak adds a brilliant touch of vanilla and smoky buttercream. With this wine, Hartwell joins the Sauvignon Blanc short list in California.",,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hartwell 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartwell-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Hartwell
14,Sparkling,US,"This is always one of Iron Horse's nicest sparklers. It seems softer, rounder, creamier and fruitier than the others it certainly is relatively high in alcohol, yet is no less elegant. Just delicious in strawberry, lime, vanilla and lees flavors, with a clean, uplifting finish.",Wedding Cuvée,34,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2003 Wedding Cuvée Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2003-wedding-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Iron Horse
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is a really good wine. It has the kind of smooth, elegantly silky texture of a fine Champagne, and is delicate but complex, with brioche, vanilla custard, peach, strawberry and lime zest flavors. You can taste the dosage in the honeyed finish. Best now through 2010.",Cuvée M,30,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2002 Cuvée M Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2002-cuvee-m-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Laetitia
14.9,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the central-north, cooler part of the Highlands, but in this warm vintage, the wine sure did get ripe. It just detonates on the palate with explosive cherry, raspberry, mocha, cola and vanilla flavors. Saved from being a mere fruit bomb by a gorgeous acid-tannin balance.",Silacci Vineyard,52,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tantara 2004 Silacci Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-silacci-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
14.4,White,US,"Another fine To Kalon fumé from Mondavi. The wine shows citrus zest, gooseberry, mineral and slate flavors that are boosted and enriched with acidity, toasty oak and lees. It's hard to find descriptors except for qualitative adjectives like elegant, streamlined, classic and pure. This one's an ager. Best now–2013.",Reserve To Kalon Vineyard,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2003 Reserve To Kalon Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-reserve-to-kalon-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2003,Robert Mondavi
,White,France,"Wood and sweet fruit work together in this ripe, creamy wine. Floral aromas presage vanilla and white fruit  flavors with a touch of spice, leaving a full, but still fresh, aftertaste.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,95,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Louis Carillon 2004 Les Perrières Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-louis-carillon-2004-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Louis Carillon
,Red,France,"This is a delicious wine, full of ripe southern perfumes, layered with black figs, dark acidity and blackberry jelly. It is powerful, sweetly fruited (although the tannins keep it dry) and solidly ripe.",,16,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaine de Nizas 2002 Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2002-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Domaine de Nizas
12,Sparkling,US,"Released at the same time as Chandon's 2000 Etoile, this is built along the same elegant, classic lines, but it's younger, fresher and, being a rosé, quite a bit richer in fruit. In fact, it's extraordinarily delicious, a mélange of sorbets ranging from raspberry, cherry and peach to lime and vanilla. The finish is crisp and clean. Should hang in there through the decade.",Etoile Rosé,34,92,California,North Coast,Mendocino-Napa-Sonoma,Domaine Chandon 2001 Etoile Rosé Sparkling (Mendocino-Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2001-etoile-rose-sparkling-north-coast-mendocino-napa-sonoma/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Domaine Chandon
15,Red,US,"Warm summer weather ripened the grapes to black cherry and cocoa perfection, while cool nights preserved vital acidity. The oak tastes new and is in full balance with the wine's size. Despite a touch of raisins, this wine should hold and improve for five years before gradually losing fruit.",Estate Bottled,43,92,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2002 Estate Bottled Merlot (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2002-estate-bottled-merlot-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Merlot,2002,Chalk Hill
14.1,White,US,"Super-ripe, superoaky, and while these are potential pitfalls, Testarossa handles them with aplomb. The flavors really impress, offering a detonation of creamy, smoky oak and imposingly rich pineapple custard and crème brûlée. It's all balanced by zesty acidity. Drink this flashy Chardonnay now.",Brosseau Vineyard,39,92,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2004 Brosseau Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-brosseau-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2004,Testarossa
14.6,Red,US,"The vineyard, owned by Laetitia and one of their block bottlings, has yielded in this warm vintage a soft, concentrated Pinot. Focused in cherry pie and new oaky smoke and vanilla flavors, it has an elegantly silky texture. What a wonderful, upscale Pinot this is, a natural with great food.",La Colline Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Tantara 2004 La Colline Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-colline-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
,Red,US,"Seductive and pungent with a wide array of Asian spices, incense and fresh earth. There are gentle reminders of umami—soy and balsamic, salt and mushroom—and the fruits are ripe and very slightly cooked. Raisin, spice cake, plum pudding—this is a baker's dream!",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Sineann
16,Red,Italy,"Just like fruitcakes themselves, fruitcake notes in wines can be really good or really bad. In this case, it's like one of the best fruitcakes you've ever had, incredibly nuanced and complex with dried fruit and spices that join easily into an integrated whole. Firm on the finish, so age, or serve with hefty main courses or cheeses.",Campolongo di Torbe,126,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2000 Campolongo di Torbe  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2000-campolongo-torbe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Masi
14.9,Red,US,"I think that Ferrari-Carano, which created this new label, felt a little left behind in the Cabernet race. They created this Cabernet-based blend, with a little Syrah, in the modern Napa style. It's velvety soft, superripe and new oaky, with chocolate fudge and blackberry pie filling taste. A delicious modern wine for delicious steaks and chops.",Back Forty,80,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,PreVail 2003 Back Forty Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prevail-2003-back-forty-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2003,PreVail
14.1,White,US,"This is a new winery for me, and it's produced quite an impressive wine. It's big, thick, mouth-filling, with creamy pineapple custard and spice flavors and a firm, acidic minerality that is clearly a function of terroir. Impresses not only for power but finesse.",Reserve,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pendleton 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pendleton-2004-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Pendleton
14.3,Red,US,"Drinks immature and gangly now, a fresh young Cab that needs time to knit together. It's all there, though, from the ripe blackberry, cassis, cherry marmalade and cappuccino flavors and sweet, vanilla-infused new oak to the firm, sweet young tannins. Very fine, high-class wine. Should blossom by 2009, then evolve for many years.",,75,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Pine Ridge 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pine Ridge
14.5,Red,US,"Dark, ripe and tannic, it's an ager, but there's something about it now that's instantly appealing. It is a dry wine but with a honeyed sweetness and glyceriney richness. Oozes blackberry, lead pencil, currant, cedar and mocha flavors leading to a long, balanced finish.",Reserve,70,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frank Family 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Frank Family
12,Sparkling,US,"The '96 Royal Cuvée has provided years of excellent drinking, and so will this worthy followup. It's a rich, complex bubbly, two-thirds Pinot Noir and the rest Chardonnay, with full-bodied cherry vanilla, egg custard, yeast, smoke and spice flavors. The tension between the creamy texture and the high acidity is really interesting.",Royal Cuvée Brut,28,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1997 Royal Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1997-royal-cuvee-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,1997,Gloria Ferrer
13.5,White,US,"There aren't a lot of wines coming off this appellation, and most of them are red. But this is a wonderful Chard. Ripe and detailed, it combines tropical fruit, mineral and oak flavors, and is dry and tart in acids. This is one of the few California Chardonnays I would age for up to ten years.",Du Pratt Vineyard,28,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Steele 2004 Du Pratt Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2004-pratt-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Chardonnay,2004,Steele
,White,US,"A thoroughly delicious, glorious mix of melon, lime, pineapple and apple; the fruits—which were whole cluster pressed—just blend beautifully, with no trace of heat or bitterness. The finish wraps into a light butterscotch and lemon candy flavor; wonderfully satisfying.",,26,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Abeja 2005 Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2005,Abeja
14.5,White,US,"The vineyard is in the Green Valley, and the acidity is very high, giving a bright purity to the kiwi, Key lime pie, pineapple custard and crème brûlée flavors. Lots of toasty new French oak and lees bring super creaminess to the mouthfeel. White Burgundy is the model, expressed California-style.",Keefer Ranch,28,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 2004 Keefer Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2004-keefer-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Armida
14.5,Red,US,"Owner Kenny Kahn reserves the “Best Barrel” designation for his best wine. This year it's a Malbec. Pours inky black, and explodes with blackberry pie filling, chocolate, plum sauce, licorice and cedar aromas. Drinks as powerfully rich as it smells, offering immense flavors and luxuriously smooth, velvety tannins. Very soft. Drink now through 2009 before the fruit fades.",Best Barrel,75,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2003 Best Barrel Malbec (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2003-best-barrel-malbec-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Malbec,2003,Blue Rock
14.3,Red,US,"This Merlot-based Bordeaux blend comes from both cooler and warmer parts of Napa, including mountains. It's a very fine wine that will probably hold, although year by year it will lose its gorgeous babyfat deliciousness. More tannic than Falcor's '02 Cabernet, it has similar blackberry, cherry, cassis and chocolate flavors that have been well-oaked in new barrels.",Le Bijou,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Falcor 2002 Le Bijou Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcor-2002-le-bijou-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Falcor
14.5,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend based on Cab Franc, this is a little lighter in body than traditional Cabernet Sauvignon, but shows the hallmarks of great Napa wine in the soft, rich, sweet tannins and ultraripe cherry purée and milk chocolate flavors, compounded with rich toasty oak.",Proprietary Red Wine,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corley 2003 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2003-proprietary-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Corley
14.1,Red,US,"All the parts aren't even close to coming together yet on this immature Cabernet. You have strong, dusty tannins, prickly acids, lots of toasty new French oak, and fine cherry and blackberry fruit. All they need is six to 12 years to figure out how to get along with each other. When they do, the wine should be a beauty.",Reserve,95,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Clos du Val
,Red,Australia,"Winemaker Roman Bratasuik calls Kangarilla “quite a warm spot,” and that character is evident in this wine's dark blackberry and plum flavors, soft, open-knit texture and warmth on the finish. It's a lush, sexy wine with tons of appeal in its youth—why wait?",Kangarilla,70,92,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Kangarilla Grenache (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-kangarilla-grenache-clarendon/,Grenache,2004,Clarendon Hills
14.1,Red,US,"With its Landslide bottling, Simi brings to the table an important, affordable single-vineyard Cabernet. It typically shows a beautiful balance of sweet, ripe fruit and firm tannins, backed by crisp acidity, and is big enough to handle considerable oak. Young and juicy, it's delicious now, and should develop through 2012.",Landslide Vineyard,33,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Simi 2003 Landslide Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2003-landslide-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Simi
16.5,Red,US,"Rockpile Zins have earned a reputation as big, complex and interesting, and this is a great example. It sure is ripe, with a flood of blackberry and cherry pie-filling fruit, fudgy chocolate, licorice, root beer and spicy flavors. Yet it's balanced and dry, or at least as dry as a 16.5% Zin can be. Yes, it's a freakish wine, but you can't deny the deliciousness.",Rockpile Road Vineyard,38,92,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Valdez 2004 Rockpile Road Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdez-2004-rockpile-road-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2004,Valdez
14.5,Red,Australia,"Tyrrell's new flagship Shiraz, the DB24 was matured in two sets of new oak barrels for a total of 24 months, yet remarkably isn't overoaked. Instead, it offers luscious aromas of blackberries and vanilla but also intriguing soy and grilled meat notes. It's full-bodied and densely packed, like a coiled spring that needs some time to relax. Finishes with firm tannins; anticipated maturity: 2010–2020.",DB24,80,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tyrrell's 2003 DB24 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2003-db24-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,Tyrrell's
,Red,US,"Almost no one got fruit in Walla Walla in 2004—a freeze year—and it's a sure bet no one got Syrah fruit any better than this. A bottle-full of thick, black juice, sappy and saturated both in color and pure fruit flavor, this massive Syrah matches its brawn with brio—peppery spice, delicate herb and toasty cracker. Nonetheless it is the monster fruit that carries the wine through an extravagant middle and soaring into a satiny, juice-bomb of a finish.",Nina Lee,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2004 Nina Lee Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2004-nina-lee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2004,Spring Valley Vineyard
14.8,Red,US,"This is a very fine Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine. It's immense in extracted black currant and chocolate flavors that are framed in soft, luxurious tannins. Acidity is soft, too, but adequate. The overall impression is of high quality. Despite the mountain origin, it doesn't seem like an ager, though, so drink now through 2009.",Elivette Reserve,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2002 Elivette Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2002-elivette-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Spring Mountain Vineyard
14.9,Red,US,"Juslyn's top wine is just under the legal limit to call it Cabernet Sauvignon. It's surprisingly soft and accessible for a Spring Mountain Cab, offering immediate pleasure with its juicy, upfront blackberry liqueur and cocoa flavors. It's certainly a complex, balanced, elegant wine, and quite drinkable now. But it should hold and even improve for a decade.",Estate Red Wine,90,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Juslyn Vineyards 2002 Estate Red Wine Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juslyn-2002-estate-red-wine-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Juslyn Vineyards
12.6,Sparkling,US,"Exceptionally refined in texture, this is a rich, layered sparkler. Based mostly on Pinot Noir, it has full-bodied nectarine, strawberry  and jasmine tea flavors, complexed with bread dough and smoky char, and finishes very dry. But best of all is that texture, pure silk and satin.",Blanc de Noirs,34,92,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma,Schramsberg 2003 Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2003-blanc-noirs-sparkling-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Schramsberg
15,Red,Australia,"It's nice to know that some Australian wineries and importers have kept a lid on prices. Reilly's 2003 Old Bushvine is a 75-25 blend that showcases Grenache's soft, caressing texture. It's full-bodied but silky, with sweetly ripe cherries matched by bold lashings of vanilla and spiced with hints of clove and cinnamon. Drink now.",Old Bushvine,17,92,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2003 Old Bushvine Grenache-Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2003-old-bushvine-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-shiraz-clare-valley/,Grenache-Shiraz,2003,Reilly's
14.8,Red,US,"Here's a delicious, rewarding Syrah. It brims with wonderfully ripe fruit, yet maintains balance and dryness. Blackberry pie, cherry preserves, cocoa, sweet tobacco, white peppery spice and vanilla bean flavors lead to a long, complicated finish.",Syrah,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Star Lane Vineyard 2003 Syrah Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2003-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2003,Star Lane Vineyard
16.3,Red,US,"Rich as sin, the '04 Rockpile Zin got enormously ripe but has been fermented to dryness, at the cost of very high alcohol. The flavors are a wonder. It's all about chocolate, crème de cassis, anisette, and the most wonderfully rich, spicy buttery, toasty vanilla bean.",Rockpile Road Vineyard,35,92,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Rosenblum 2004 Rockpile Road Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-rockpile-road-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
14.5,Red,US,"Shows all the hallmarks of great Mondavi Reserve. Ageworthy and complex, with enormously ripe, rich fruit, classic chocolate, cassis plus cream and spice from new oak. So smoothly voluptuous now, it goes down like velvet, but the tannin-acid balance will easily hold this wine through 2015.",Reserve,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"The same vineyard that produces the winery's Old Vine Zinfandel makes this thick, concentrated wine, from vines now almost 20 years old. It's packed with black raspberry and black cherry fruit, wafts of smoke and clove and meat. Young, tannic, thick and quite ripe, it's got more raw power than the O.V. but a tad less complexity.",The Pines,27,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2005 The Pines Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-pines-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2005,Sineann
14.5,Red,US,"Shows pure Napa Cabernet flavors with a classic Napa structure. Brilliantly focused in black currant, blackberry, mu shu plum and chocolate flavors, with a rich overlay of charry oak, it's soft and dry. The tannins are dusty and thick, but very fine now.",Estate,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Volker Eisele Family Estate
15,Red,US,"With crisp tartness and beautifully ripened fruit, this Pinot Noir shows its cool-climate terroir. Floods the mouth with tiers of cherry, cola, root beer, licorice, spices and toasty oak, leading to a long, rich and fine finish. It's a bit immature now, although it'll wash down a great steak, but probably better 2007–2010.",Nine Barrels,75,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2003 Nine Barrels Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2003-nine-barrels-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,La Crema
14.1,Red,US,"This is the winery's first Reserve Pinot, the result of frustrating years of trying to figure out this fickle variety, and it's the best Pinot they've ever produced. Dry, rich, ripe and full-bodied, it shows cherry pie filling, herb tea, cola and chocolate flavors. Should hold well and even improve through 2009.",Reserve,42,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Clos du Val
,Red,US,"The 2004 Uriah blend is 60% Merlot, 31% Cab Franc, and the rest divided between Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, all estate grown. Ripe Walla Walla fruit, quite rare in 2004, gives structure and sleek, racy, vibrant flavors of boysenberry, currant and cherry. The vineyard's characteristic wild hay aromatics are less evident, as the fruit soars. This is a wine that should reward significant cellaring time, up to a decade or more.",Uriah,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2004 Uriah Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2004-uriah-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Spring Valley Vineyard
14.5,Red,Australia,"Not great by Grange standards, but still a fabulous wine, the 2001 Grange boasts an intoxicating, heady bouquet of rich chocolate and coconut. It follows that up with deep, plummy fruit that's full-bodied and lush yet quite tannic, promising decades of ageability. Despite the dark chocolate and plum flavors, the wine is still fresh, with a long finish. Drink 2010–2025.",Grange,225,93,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2001 Grange Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2001-grange-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2001,Penfolds
,Red,France,"Dry, almost austere at this stage, this wine is only just beginning to show its dense tannins and power. Under that firm, solid exterior, the rich black perfumed fruits are just waiting to burst out when it has had a few years in bottle. In 20 years, this will mature to greatness.",,121,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Louis Jadot 2003  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2003-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2003,Louis Jadot
14.9,Red,US,"The vineyard has been a source to designations from the likes of Tantara, Foley and Fess Parker. Now they're making their own wine, and it's really good, with loads of crushed brown spices and masses of red stone fruit pie filling and chocolate flavors. It has Pinot's silky delicacy, but is powerful, with a long finish. One of the best Santa Maria Valley Pinots of the year.",,38,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dierberg
13.7,Red,US,"A beautiful wine, pure and gentle yet powerful. Softer than Napa, maybe earthier, with lush red cherry and vanilla cream flavors sprinkled with a dash of crème de cassis and dusty cocoa. The sweet, toasty caramel from oak char shows on the finish. Drink now–2009.",T-bar-T,35,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2003 T-bar-T Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2003-t-bar-t-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Also from Ciel du Cheval, this Pomerol-styled red was tasted a few weeks ahead of its planned November release. The black cherry fruit, with a dark mineral and graphite undercurrent, rides on a river of acid into the silky finish of coffee and buttery chocolate. Beautifully structured and—there's no better word for it—hedonistic.",Long Haul Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,39,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2004 Long Haul Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2004-long-haul-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2004,Mark Ryan
,Red,US,"“I love the '04s,” says Gorman. “It was a pure year.” He captures that purity perfectly in this full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, a beautifully structured, he-man style that is still balanced and well-defined. Flavors of berries, cherries, licorice and baking spices lead through a luxurious, long, smooth, silky finish. Just 288 cases were made.",The Bully,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gorman 2004 The Bully Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2004-bully-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Gorman
,White,US,"Continuing its string of outstanding Rieslings, J. Bookwalter once again has produced an exceptionally fragrant wine absolutely brimming with scents of sweet blossom, citrus, peach, mango and pear. The mix of fruits is marvelous; equally impressive is the racy acidity that keeps the wine poised, balanced and right on the fence between dry and sweet.",,16,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2005 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2005-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,J. Bookwalter
12.4,Sparkling,US,"At 11 years, this 100% Chardonnay sparkler has achieved a taffeta softness that just melts in the mouth. With residual sugar of 0.9%, it shows a distinctly honeyed taste. Offers beautifully rich, mature lemondrop, vanilla and and butterscotchy dough flavors, with keen acidity. As good as it is, let it develop through 2008 and beyond.",Blanc de Blancs LD,60,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1996 Blanc de Blancs LD Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1996-blanc-de-blancs-ld-sparkling-green-valley-62428/,Sparkling Blend,1996,Iron Horse
14.6,Red,US,"What a roll this winery has been on the last several vintages. The '03 is huge, showing masses of forward, classic Cabernet fruit. Just erupts with dark berry-cherry, plum, boysenberry and coffee flavors with a rich, butterscotchy, gingersnap cookie note. But the tannins bite from this hilly vineyard. Best 2009–2015.",Sacrashe Vineyard,75,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Kathryn Hall Vineyards 2003 Sacrashe Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathryn-hall-2003-sacrashe-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Kathryn Hall Vineyards
16,Red,US,"Kent Rosenblum's customers can't get enough of this small-production wine, and it's not hard to tell why. It's a high-alcohol, double-whammy punch of a wine. Dark, dry, soft and glyceriney, with enormously deep blackberry, blueberry, spicy rum, chocolate and coffee flavors that go on and on.",Rockpile Road Vineyard,45,93,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Rosenblum 2004 Rockpile Road Vineyard Petite Sirah (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-rockpile-road-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-rockpile/,Petite Sirah,2004,Rosenblum
14.6,Red,US,"Big and mouthfillingly juicy, a humongous Pinot with enormously ripe cherry, raspberry and vanilla pie filling flavors, and buttery, smoky oak. The amazing thing is how all this power is modified by the acids and delicate structure to yield elegance and finesse. Best now through 2010, depending on how you like older Pinots.",Pisoni Vineyard,54,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2004 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Testarossa
14.4,Red,US,"Displays classic Napa-Rutherford qualities of grace, power and harmony, with red currant and herb flavors that are complexed with toasty new oak. It's a powerhouse, but never gets over the top, keeping a tight grip on its parts. Drinkable now for its sweet lushness, but has the balance to age effortlessly for at least 15 years.",Morisoli Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sequoia Grove 2003 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2003-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sequoia Grove
,Red,Australia,"This wine is stylistically somewhere between the Liandra and the Brookman. It's rich and dense, packed with authoritative flavors of dark fruits—blueberries and plums—accented by espresso and smoke. Long and powerful on the finish, with 10-plus years of ageability.",Moritz,78,93,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Moritz Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-moritz-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2004,Clarendon Hills
14.2,White,US,"I loved the '03. This one's right up there. The grapes give opulent flavors of tropical fruits, wildflowers, minerals, spices and honey, while partial barrel fermentation and new oak aging add a Burgundian creamy richness. The winery is at the top of the Viognier game in California.",,27,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2004 Viognier (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2004-viognier-napa-rutherford/,Viognier,2004,Freemark Abbey
,Red,US,"Great color, plush aromas and mouthfeel. It sets up in the mouth with intense, varied flavors including blackberry, black cherry, black licorice and more. The young berry fruit scents are sensational, wrapped tight, and the oak is gently applied (76% new) and lends a pleasing milk chocolate smoothness to the finish. Keeps its focus thanks to acrobatic balance and simply beautiful fruit.",RiverBend,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2004 RiverBend Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2004-riverbend-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Red Blend,2004,Fielding Hills
16.5,Red,US,"This is the real deal when it comes to Zin. It's a big, impressive wine, ripe and opulent in briary berry, cherry, chocolate, coffee and peppery spice flavors, with a touch of raisiny cassis, and it leaves a powerful impression through the finish. Yet for all that, it somehow maintains elegance and balance, despite the ridiculously high alcohol.",Lancel Creek Reserve,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Valdez 2004 Lancel Creek Reserve Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdez-2004-lancel-creek-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Valdez
14.8,Red,US,"Soft, ripe and dry, this wine, with a little Merlot and Cab Franc, is largely from Beckstoffer's Tokalon Vineyard, with a dollop from the winery's Spring Mountain estate. The wine is complex, young and comes together harmoniously, but needs some time to develop. Best from 2008, and should hold well for many years beyond.",Vineyard Select,80,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Juslyn Vineyards 2002 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juslyn-2002-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Juslyn Vineyards
,White,US,"Made from the Hyde Vineyard, (although it's not designated on the front label), this is as good as Carneros gets. It's soft and opulently layered, offering waves of pineapple, mango, guava, nectarine, peach and new oak flavors in a rich, creamy-leesy texture. The warmth of the vintage worked for this Chardonnay, keeping the Carneros fog away and elevating the wine to perfect ripeness.",,55,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,HdV 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hdv-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,HdV
14.2,White,US,"The grapes got so ripe in this vintage, the wine bursts with peach, pineapple, green apple, lime and apricot fruit that tastes like it was baked and caramelized into pie filling. Yet the finish is dry. Just the right amount of new oak gives that fancy edge of buttered toast.",Dutton Ranch,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2004 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2004-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Dutton Estate
14.7,White,US,"The vineyard is in the southern Santa Maria, near the Santa Ynez Valley line and probably a warmer part of the AVA. The wine is beautifully ripe in pineapple, apricot, peach, vanilla cream and cinnamon spice flavors, and despite a rich voluptuousness, it has good acidity. This is a worthy followup to the great 2003.",Tinaquiac Vineyard,28,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2005 Tinaquiac Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2005-tinaquiac-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Foxen
14.9,White,US,"Winemaker Bill Wathan loves making this wine, which is the best Chenin Blanc in California. Made from 40-year old vines, barrel fermented, bone dry and aged in older French oak, it will change your mind about this variety. Long in lemongrass, kiwi and licorice flavors, with bracing acidity, it has a rich, creamy mouthfeel, great complexity, and a long, interesting finish.",Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard,18,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2004 Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Chenin Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2004-ernesto-wickenden-vineyard-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Foxen
14.7,Red,US,"Decadent and complex, this wine just oozes pastry-filling flavors of blackberries, cherries, chocolate and sweet oak. Such pretty tannins, such balancing acidity.",,48,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Falcor 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcor-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Falcor
15.1,Red,US,"I preferred this to Harris's more expensive Treva's Cab because it's not as tannic, offering more immediate pleasure in an opulent, classy way. Soft and charming, yet with an intense structure, the wine is beautiful in blackberry, cherry, anise, green olive and vanilla oak flavors that finish complex and dry. Best now through 2010 for its lush fruit.",Jake's Creek Vineyard,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harris 2003 Jake's Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harris-2003-jakes-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Harris
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Just beautiful, one of the best DVXs ever. The vintage gave this Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend great ripeness to go with elegant balance. The flavors are enormously complex, offering swirls of brioche, citrus zest, vanilla, roasted almond skin, toasted coconut and raspberry purée, and the finish is refreshingly crisp and dry, yet also slightly honeyed. Feels classy all the way.",DVX,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 1999 DVX Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-1999-dvx-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Mumm Napa
14.8,Red,US,"These are century-old vines—unique in the Northwest. The new vintage brings the alcohol down to a welcome 14.8%, and offers complex, soft, plummy fruit with the grace of old vines. The grapes seem to quietly show their mastery of scents and flavors, lightly liquorous, but laden with plums, cherries, dates and figs. Turley eat your heart out!",Old Vine,36,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2005 Old Vine Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-old-vine-zinfandel-other-columbia-valley-or/,Zinfandel,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"The wine, with a classic Cab profile, is young and needs time to pull it all together. Shows beautifully ripe blue and blackberries and stone fruits, wrapped in dusty tannins and lots of new oak. Really fine, polished and high-end. Should begin to harmonize by 2008, and hold through 2020.",Star Vineyard,80,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,St. Clement 2003 Star Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2003-star-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,St. Clement
,Red,Italy,"The bouquet is smoky and meaty in character, without obvious fruit, but waves of cherries and prunes emerge on the palate. This is still richly textured and tannic. Hold.",Campolongo di Torbe,,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 1990 Campolongo di Torbe  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1990-campolongo-torbe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1990,Masi
13.6,White,US,"Granted, there haven't been that many, but this is the best California Albariño I've had. A wonderful wine, crisply acidic and deeply flavored. Candied citrus zest, peach pie, pink grapefruit, buttery honeysuckle, apricot, nectarine, and no oak because it doesn't need any. A spectacular food wine or just cocktail. Shows the promise of this variety in the right climate.",Clover Creek Vineyard,26,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 2005 Clover Creek Vineyard Albariño (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2005-clover-creek-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Albariño,2005,Longoria
13.9,White,US,"This is a wine to age, or at least to decant. Opened young it shows a hard steely character, even a tannic toughness, that only hints at what's to come. But older examples prove its ageability. This is a Grand Cru Chablis-style Chardonnay of enormous depth and vast potential. Open through 2010, and don't serve it too cold.",Vineyard 8 Reserve,50,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Vineyard 7&8 2003 Vineyard 8 Reserve Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-7-8-2003-reserve-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2003,Vineyard 7&8
14.9,Red,US,"More tannic than Rockledge's regular '03 Cab, this wine is also more concentrated in black currant fruit, and seems oakier, too. It has that elusive quality of importance, hard to define but so obvious in the mouth. Rich, luscious and on the soft side, it's a gorgeous wine, drinkable now and with the balance to ride smoothly for ten years or longer.",The Rocks,45,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Rockledge Vineyards 2003 The Rocks Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-2003-rocks-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rockledge Vineyards
,Sparkling,France,"This single-vineyard Champagne is one of the range produced by Jacquesson, and all are superb. This shows elegance, with ripe, almost toasty, flavors and a lovely, lingering acid and toast finish, which leaves freshness and intensity at the same time.",Dizy Corne Bautray,125,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquesson et Fils 2000 Dizy Corne Bautray  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquesson-fils-2000-dizy-corne-bautray-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Jacquesson et Fils
15.2,Red,US,"A Napa winemaker told me that “olive” is not a fashionable word to use with Cabernet. Maybe, but the olives here are beautiful. They're the black, French-cured type, enriched with cassis and flashy new oak, and the flavors are balanced with wonderfully rich tannins and fine acids. What a fabulous job Hendry is doing with these Block 8 Cabs. Drink now–2010.",Block 8,49,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2002 Block 8 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2002-block-8-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hendry
12,Sparkling,Italy,"One of the best vintages yet from one of Italy's best sparkling wines. The nose is a true knock-out with deep layers of intensity and perfectly seamless aromas: cookie dough, almonds, peppermint ice cream and campfire ash. The flavors unfold delicately in the mouth and are reinforced by persistent pearls of effervescence.",Giulio Riserva del Fondatore,90,93,,Trento,,Ferrari 1997 Giulio Riserva del Fondatore Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-1997-giulio-riserva-fondatore-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,1997,Ferrari
,Red,Australia,"This wine boasts fantastic spice-drop character on the nose, seamlessly blending bold blackberry and plum fruit with notes of anise and licorice. It's lush and richly textured in the mouth, with a long, spice-driven finish. A wine that's wonderfully exotic and approachable now, but one that should last up to 10 years.",Blewitt Springs,70,93,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Blewitt Springs Grenache (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-blewitt-springs-grenache-clarendon/,Grenache,2004,Clarendon Hills
14.6,White,US,"Shows the richness and complexity of all Testarossa's Chardonnays, with masses of tropical fruit and oak flavors balanced by zesty acidity. But this wine, with a statewide appellation, has a mouthwatering minerality, a zesty tang of steel, that gives the wine extra layers. What a delicious, exciting Chardonnay.",Diana's Reserve,50,94,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2004 Diana's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-dianas-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Testarossa
14.9,Red,US,"Here's a big, in-your-face Pinot Noir, offering up a blast of superripe fruit, almost Grenache-like in thick, soft red cherry flavors, complexed with sweet licorice, cola, mocha and spicy, vanilla oak. It's a roller coaster palate experience, a thrill every second, yet somehow maintains a silky, Pinotesque delicacy. Great wine.",Pisoni Vineyard,60,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tantara 2004 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
,Red,France,"A big wine, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, explosive with deep, dark flavors, brooding and intense. This special selection of the best wines from Mas de Daumas Gassac has black fruit, great richness and opulence, a powerhouse of wild flavors. But there's also an underlying structure that means it will age, and age well.",Réserve de Gassac Sélection Guibert,38,94,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Mas de Daumas Gassac 2004 Réserve de Gassac Sélection Guibert Red (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-daumas-gassac-2004-reserve-selection-guibert-red-vin-pays-lherault/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Mas de Daumas Gassac
14.5,Red,US,"Very ripe and aromatic, throwing out cascades of inviting scents. New toasty oak dominates, with undercurrents of blackberry jam, blueberry, mocha and anise. In the mouth, huge, lush, powerful, an explosively fruity young wine, yet maintains balance and elegance. Really good. Best now–2015.",Beckstoffer Vineyard Clone Six,95,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Merryvale 2003 Beckstoffer Vineyard Clone Six Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-beckstoffer-vineyard-clone-six-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Merryvale
14.1,Red,US,"The winery's flagship single-vineyard Cab, from Rutherford, is extraordinarily rich and opulent, offering tiers of classic Cabernet flavors that don't stop. Cassis, intense cherry, espresso, cocoa, dill, sweet anise, the list goes on and on. Marked by wonderful depth and balance, this long-lived wine is beautiful now and should improve through this decade before slowly winding down.",Bosché,65,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2002 Bosché Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2002-bosche-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Freemark Abbey
,Red,US,"This very limited (600 cases) companion to the winery's Ethos chardonnay marks a turnaround for Ste. Michelle's red wine program, as Bob Bertheau came on board just before the 2003 crush. The style is seductive, sharp and spicy; the tart fruits tumble out in a pile of mixed berry and cherry. Chocolate and baking spices add more flavors; the wine is seamless, smooth and long; the oak beautifully integrated.",Ethos,29,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Ethos Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-ethos-syrah-columbia-valley-wa-60938/,Syrah,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13.5,Red,US,"This is a new reserve-style bottling, produced at less than 50 cases. It's an unusual Pinot for Iron Horse, being darker, softer and fuller-bodied, without the crisp acids usually associated with Green Valley. Yet it's immensely complicated. You could criticize it for being Rhône-like, but it's silky, airy and Pinotesque all the way. The operative word is “fascinating”. Every sip is different, and an adventure.",Q,70,94,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2004 Q Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2004-q-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"This wine somewhat inverts the winery's Long Haul label, with Cabernet dominant rather than Merlot. It is the most compact, vertical and indecipherable of the Mark Ryan wines, and the most potentially expressive of the magnificent Ciel du Cheval fruit. Black cherry, licorice, smoke and graphite add layers of darkness—a veritable Joseph Conrad wine—and it will require more age to reveal all of its secrets.",Dead Horse Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,42,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2004 Dead Horse Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2004-dead-horse-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2004,Mark Ryan
,White,US,"This is classic Washington Syrah; the nose explodes the glass, and it has all the marks of what makes Washington the best in the country. It's big, it's loaded with intense spicy notes, and there are plenty of grace notes of meat and smoke and some of the French stuff going on. Young and packed with flavor, hinting at gravel and soy and a bit of earthy funk.",,32,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fielding Hills 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Fielding Hills
14.5,Red,US,"Tasted blind, I thought this was Russian River. It has the classic balance, complexity and flavors of that region, showing cherries, cola, rhubarb pie, pomegranates and spice, with a full-bodied dryness and long, ageworthy finish. Maybe part of the confusion is the Dijon clones. Whatever, it's a really wonderful Pinot Noir, succulent and compelling.",,32,94,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tin House 2004 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-house-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tin House
14.5,Red,US,"Beautiful Cabernet. Has all the big, ripe juicy fruit and lavish oak of most Napa Cabs, plus elegance and harmonious balance, the hallmarks of tasteful, knowledgeable winemaking. Gets better and more interesting as it warms in the glass. Hard to believe it's this good with the high case production.",,40,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Silverado
,Red,US,"What a wonderfully rewarding wine. So delicious and elegant it dazzles, staying firm throughout, and getting even better through the finish. It's sweetly, opulently ripe, showing a panoply of red and black cherry and mocha flavors wrapped into ripe, dusty, fine tannins. Defines classic Rutherford. Decant if you drink now, or hold through 2020.",Estate,135,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Staglin
,Red,US,"Ripe, tangy berries, consistent with the house style—a tight spine of firm tannin and bright acid. There's a good meaty quality in the midpalate, and plenty of vanilla. I think there is a lot of compact flavor in hiding, right now it's showing a lot of spice (from the 12% Syrah blended in?) and vanilla (from the barrel).",,32,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2004 Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2004,Fielding Hills
14.4,Red,US,"I had to double-check the price on this brilliant wine because it's much less than other Napa Cabs. It's a fat, sweet, fleshy wine, instantly appealing for its delicious blackberry, blackstrap molasses, cherry, violet and sweet oak flavors, yet it's a cellar guarantee. The tannins are finely ground and wonderfully ripe, giving the wine a firm lushness that lasts through a long, satisfying finish. Should be easy to find, with 10,300 cases produced.",,40,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Pine Ridge 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pine Ridge
12.9,Sparkling,US,"This is a first tête de cuvée rosé from Schramsberg. The North Coast appellation is because the grapes come from four counties. It's 75% Chardonnay, with the rest Pinot Noir, and it's seriously good. The residual sugar is noticeable, but the acidity (8.7 grams) is so high that it balances out, and also ensures a long life. Don't touch until at least 2007, but it's likely to gain interest and complexity through 2015, at least.",J. Schram,120,94,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 1998 J. Schram Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1998-j-schram-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,1998,Schramsberg
14.8,Red,US,"This is a tremendous young wine, enormous in fruity stuffing. It's fairly tannic, but the Grenache-like cherry, cassis, plum and fudgy chocolate flavors are so powerful, so evocative, nothing could mask them. Grilled steak will tame it, but this is a good cellar candidate to open between 2008 and 2015. You can also decant for a few hours.",Coach Insignia,70,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fisher 2002 Coach Insignia Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisher-2002-coach-insignia-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Fisher
14.8,Red,US,"Steve Leveque, the winemaker at Chalk Hill, is doing everything right. Everything he touches is gold, including Cabernet. The '03 is extraordinarily balanced and beautiful, a dry, ripe wine of power and full-bodied substance, but enormous subtlety. The cassis fruit meshes seamlessly with toasty new oak to produce compellingly complex flavors. Drink now through 2010.",Estate Bottled,64,94,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2003 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2003-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chalk Hill
,Red,US,"A glorious success, for this or any vintage. It shows classic Russian River balance and refinement, with exquisitely ripe berry and stone fruit flavors counterbalanced with earthier mushroom and funky leather notes. The acids, tannins and silky mouthfeel are textbook Pinot. Best now–2012.",Olivet Lane,57,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2004 Olivet Lane Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2004-olivet-lane-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Merry Edwards
,Red,Australia,"This is sexy stuff that proprietor Roman Bratasiuk says is “more Côte-Rôtie” than his other Syrahs. Its perfumed nose offers up hints of violets and cracked pepper to go along with raspberry fruit, while it's supple in the mouth—almost too easy—with pretty mixed berry flavors and a nib of bitter chocolate. Long and elegant on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Liandra,78,94,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Liandra Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-liandra-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2004,Clarendon Hills
15,Red,Australia,"This is a big, lush, lavishly oaked wine that nonetheless pulls it all together with balance and elegance. Inky black in color, it leads with a blast of toasty, mentholated oak on the nose, backed by waves of blueberries and mint. Then the flavors call to mind dark chocolate and coconut, accented by almonds and the recurring blueberries. It's creamy-textured and finishes long, with supple tannins that deftly dry your palate; they're almost unnoticeable yet still provide structure. Drink now–2012, maybe longer.",Ben Schild Reserve,48,94,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2004 Ben Schild Reserve Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2004-ben-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2004,Schild Estate
14.5,White,US,"Treana has established this as one of the top Rhône whites in California. The '03 is an amazing wine. It displays the fresh, keen acidity of the vineyard, which grows no reds, and detonates on the palate with tremendous apricot, papaya, mango, pineapple, tangerine, peach and mineral flavors. It's basically dry, although there's a touch of botrytis honey.",Mer Soleil Vineyard Viognier-Marsanne,25,94,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Treana 2003 Mer Soleil Vineyard Viognier-Marsanne White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-2003-mer-soleil-vineyard-viognier-marsanne-white-central-coast/,Rhône-style White Blend,2003,Treana
14.4,Red,US,"The Schramsberg sparkling wine owners jumped into the Cabernet game a few years ago, and it was an impressive debut. The '03 shows they're in it to stay. It's a tight young mountain Cabernet, pert in chewy tannins and acids, yet beautifully structured, with impressively ripe flavors. Despite the powerhouse fruit, it's elegant. Best now–2020.",,69,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,J. Davies 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-davies-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,J. Davies
14,Red,US,"In the wine's youth, the aroma of new oak dominates, with that smoky, minty, spicy-char note. But in the mouth the fruit explodes in intensely ripe black currants and milk chocolate. The tannins are rich and softly complex. A complete Cabernet that is luscious now,  but has the balance to develop, if you can keep your hands off it.",,115,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Far Niente 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Far Niente
,Red,Australia,"Boasts a slightly lifted character to the aromas, but also shadings of Asian spice and espresso. This is supple on the palate and dark-fruited, with bold flavors of prune-plum and coffee and a long, firm finish that demands cellaring. Drink 2008–2020.",Piggott Range,150,94,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Piggott Range Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-piggott-range-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2004,Clarendon Hills
14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is in Calistoga. The wine, 100% varietal, has lots of new French oak. Seriously good, it shows all the hallmarks of a flashy, important Napa Cab, with rich, perfectly sculpted tannins, a deeply impressive structure, and intense, long-lasting black currant, spice and toasty oak flavors. Just terrific now, and should hold and soften through 2012, at least.",Palisades Vineyard,60,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2001 Palisades Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2001-palisades-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Clos Pegase
,Red,Australia,"Cropped at a measly half ton per acre, this is Clarendon Hills' top Grenache bottling. It's tighter and denser than the other, more flamboyant offerings, needing time in the bottle to develop. For now, it's loaded with wonderfully pure blackberry and cassis fruit, but it promises to develop more complexity over the years; try from 2008–2020. Long and softly tannic on the finish.",Romas,100,95,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Romas Grenache (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-romas-grenache-clarendon/,Grenache,2004,Clarendon Hills
14.2,Red,US,"Just classic Georges, balanced, elegant and refined, hiding its power under a blanket of controlled finesse. There's great depth of flavor, with oodles of blackberry, cherry and raspberry, mocha, Chinese plum sauce, soy and spicy oak, wrapped in firm, dry tannins. Just wonderful now, but with the certainty of a long life ahead. Drink–2020.",Georges de Latour Private Reserve,95,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-georges-latour-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
14.5,Red,US,"This is a brilliant wine that defines Bien Nacido, the coast, and California Pinot Noir. There were worries about the heat, but somehow this has ended up balanced, dry and classically elegant, maybe because of vine age; they're now 36-years- old. Impresses for the power of its cherry pie filling, mocha, rum and cola and spicebox flavors that finish dry and complex, with the longest, most wonderfully complex finish. Drink now–2010.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Old Vine,45,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Old Vine Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-old-vine-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
14.7,White,US,"This is a best barrel selection from Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, in the Santa Lucia Highlands. Only 430 cases were produced. It's a tremendous Chardonnay, just huge in the white Burgundy mode: ripe tropical fruit, new oak, lees, unfined and unfiltered. Right now, it's a little gangly, like an adolescent who's growing too fast. But we know this wine knits together as it ages. Best 2007–2011.",Cuvee Cynthia,60,95,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Talbott 2003 Cuvee Cynthia Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2003-cuvee-cynthia-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Talbott
16,Red,Italy,"Shows more leather and cedar than the Campolongo di Torbe, but even more richness and intensity. Slightly pruny, dried-fruit notes are accompanied by hints of apricot, game and dried spices. Lush and long on the finish; the best of the 2000s. It's approachable, but age-worthy.",Mazzano,140,95,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2000 Mazzano  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2000-mazzano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Masi
15.1,White,US,"Only 200 cases were produced of this extraordinary wine. It just explodes in unfolding waves of lime custard, pineapple tart, ripe white peach, crème brûlée and Asian spice-box flavors, and a minerality usually found in Chards from the far Sonoma Coast. With that metallic stoniness comes mouthwatering, citrusy acidity leading to a long, dry finish.",Nine Barrels,55,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2003 Nine Barrels Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2003-nine-barrels-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,La Crema
13.8,Red,US,"What a wonderful Pinot Noir, a joy to sip as it warms and changes in the glass. It's a very young wine, dry, sappy and acidic, with a tremendous depth of cherry preserves, licorice, cocoa, oaky spice and something wild and mushroomy that comes from the earth. As good as it is now, it should improve for a decade.",McDougall Vineyard,52,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Dutton-Goldfield 2004 McDougall Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2004-mcdougall-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dutton-Goldfield
13.8,White,US,"Four things define this wine. Extraordinarily ripe fruit, high acidity, a terroir-driven minerality, and lots of new French oak. The flavors are of tropical fruits, the ripest white peaches and vanilla cream, baked into spicy pastry crust. The impression is of impossible richness, California Chardonnay at its most opulent, flamboyant limit.",Dutton Ranch Rued Vineyard,45,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2004 Dutton Ranch Rued Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2004-ranch-rued-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Dutton-Goldfield
14.1,Red,US,"I always think of Francis Coppola's Cask Cabernet as his hommage to the old Inglenook. It's 100% varietal, grown at the Rutherford estate, and a spectacular wine. Enormously oaky now, with an explosion of char and vanilla, it shows an underworld of black currants, and is huge in sweet, youthful tannins. Yet those tannins are so polished, so refined. This is a glamorous wine, tremendous now, and will hold and develop through 2020.",Cask,65,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2003 Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2003-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rubicon Estate
14.5,Red,US,"Huge, just tremendous and authoritative. Aged in new, high-toast oak for 17 months, it bursts with smoky char and caramelized vanilla, while the underlying fruit explodes with spicy plum, wild blackberry marmalade and chocolate. The tannins are very strong, but ripely sweet and finely meshed. A guaranteed cellar candidate, it should slowly improve for a decade, and last another decade beyond that.",,80,95,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Pine Ridge 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pine Ridge
,Red,US,"Dark, tannic and smoky, this has more tarry tobacco flavor than the other two reds in this series. Muscular, dense and tight, it offers cassis, raspberry and sappy, delicious red fruits. This is very young, very tight, but already nuanced with extraordinary notes of leaf and clean herb. It'll be interesting to see where it goes in 5–10 years.",,30,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Fielding Hills 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Fielding Hills
14.3,White,US,"This has typical Talbottian heft, a gigantic Chard enormously rich in oak and munificent in flavor. Light pressing has captured the quintessence of cool-climate Chardonnay, heavenly rich and powerful, a flood of pineapple tart, Key lime pie, crème brûlée, smoky meringue and vanilla cinnamon toast.",Diamond T Estate,65,96,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 2002 Diamond T Estate Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2002-diamond-t-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2002,Talbott
13.6,Red,US,"This is a gorgeous wine, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. It's light and delicate, but powerful, and boasts delicious cherry pie, cassis, cocoa, char and spice flavors. It possesses the kind of tannins that are soft and sweet now, but firm enough to hold the wine for many years. Best now, or anytime through 2015.",T-bar-T Benchmark,70,96,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2003 T-bar-T Benchmark Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2003-t-bar-t-benchmark-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Iron Horse
,Red,Australia,"One of the more obviously ageworthy offerings from Clarendon Hills, the 2004 Hickinbotham Syrah boasts a wonderfully perfumed bouquet of flowers, minerals and spice. Then it backs up those captivating aromatics with rich blueberry fruit shaded with mint and cracked pepper and a long, firmly tannic and minerally finish. Drink 2010–2020.",Hickinbotham,100,96,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Hickinbotham Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-hickinbotham-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2004,Clarendon Hills
12.9,Sparkling,US,"An astonishingly brilliant bubbly, one of the best ever from Schramsberg or indeed any California winery, this Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend strikes with sheer beauty. It's so delicate and refined yet so powerful, defining Champagne qualities of finesse and elegance. Rewarding now, but the parts are far from melding. Best 2007–2012.",Reserve,80,96,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin,Schramsberg 2000 Reserve Sparkling (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma-Marin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2000-reserve-sparkling-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma-marin/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Schramsberg
,Red,France,"A superbly ripe wine, full of rich tense tannins and big black fruits. There is a depth of flavor in this wine which is remarkable, focusing on a dry structure, very rich fruit, layers of wood and a finishing fresh acidity. This is a wine which will age over many years.",,,96,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Joseph Drouhin 2003  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2003,Joseph Drouhin
14.1,Dessert,US,"Over many years Dolce has established itself as one of the top dessert wines in California, and the '02 doesn't disappoint. Enormously rich in apricot, tangerine and roasted coconut flavors, with plenty of botrytis notes, the wine was aged in 100% new French oak, and oozes in sweet vanilla char and crème brûlée.",Late Harvest Wine,80,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dolce 2002 Late Harvest Wine Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolce-2002-late-harvest-wine-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Dolce
,Red,Italy,"This is wonderfully integrated and complex, offering a dizzying array of spices that blend seamlessly with notes of leather and cherries. Wonderfully velvety in texture and round in the mouth, but also boasting a long, spice-filled finish. A tremendous effort. Drink now–2020.",Mazzano,,97,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 1990 Mazzano  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1990-mazzano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1990,Masi
14.6,Red,US,"Stunning. Just magnificent. This is from Tantara's little Bien Nacido block. It achieves wonderfully ripe fruit flavors with clean, balancing tannins and acids to produce the utmost California cool-climate Pinot Noir. Cherries, raspberries, cola, rich new oak and Asian spice flavors all flood the palate, wrapped into a dramatic silky, velvety texture. This is great Pinot Noir.",Evelyn,80,97,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2004 Evelyn Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-evelyn-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
,Red,Australia,"The flagship of the Clarendon Hills line, this comes from a patch of 80-year-old vines that winemaker Bratasiuk claims routinely provides his best fruit. The 2004 is a stunner, yielding up scents of flowers and spice, framed by hints of vanillin oak. It's dense and amply textured in the mouth, packed with wonderfully expressive blackberry and blueberry fruit, then shows layers of rich tannins on the finish that leave no doubt this needs time in the cellar to show its best. This is a tour de force of Australian winemaking that should be consumed 2010–2025.",Astralis,325,98,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Astralis Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-astralis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2004,Clarendon Hills
,Red,US,"This Eola Hills Pinot is the lightest of the lineup, almost to the point of seeming thin. It is also the most herbal, and carries a whiff of blood, like raw meat. Pretty, delicate berry flavored fruit is laced with cinnamon, then turns rough in the tannic finish.",Schindler Vineyard,42,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2005 Schindler Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-schindler-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"This interesting wine carries scents of raisin, soy, cocoa and chocolate, and tastes lightly of pine needle and spice. Quite tart, the tannins seem to stand out at this point, with residual, dry flavors of green tea. This will benefit from some more bottle time.",Wyeast Vineyard,42,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2005 Wyeast Vineyard Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-wyeast-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"This Oregon bottling, Sineann's compendium of many of its left-over barrels from the single vineyard Pinots, is quite tart, with flavors of rhubarb and strawberry. It's a clean, modest wine, nicely balanced and detailed. The finish shows good length and doesn't fade.",,30,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sineann 2005 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sineann
,White,US,"Pure pear and mineral, this is the fruitiest of the winery's trio of Gewürz. Intense, clean and focused, it's a pleasure wine, forward and with a suggestion of sweetness.",Celilo Vineyard,18,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2005 Celilo Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2005-celilo-vineyard-gewurztraminer-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Sineann
,Red,US,"Late-picked Red Mountain Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon are here combined into an exceptionally ripe, round and rich red wine. The tannins are ripe and smooth, the fruit tilts slightly into the pruny side, and the finish coats the tongue with chalk, tannin and pencil lead. Just 95 cases were produced.",The Evil Twin,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2004 The Evil Twin Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2004-evil-twin-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2004,Gorman
14.6,Red,US,"This wonderfully rich young wine is enormously powerful in blackberry preserves, crème brûlée, mocha and cassis flavors. There's lots of new oak, but it's well integrated, and the tannins are softly gentle, yet ripe and complex. Almost feminine in its opulence, the wine is beautiful now, but has the balance to hold and even improve for many years. Drink now–2020.",,120,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Quintessa 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintessa-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Quintessa
13.5,Red,US,"The best thing about this wine is the acid-tannin balance. Sure, it's ripe in blackberry and blueberry jam and cocoa flavors, but so are plenty of other red wines. But it has a cool-climate structure that makes it impressive. The Sangiovese in this blend with Cabernet Sauvignon lends a peppery, meaty note.",Due Amici,28,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2003 Due Amici Red (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2003-due-amici-red-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Red Blend,2003,Ventana
16.5,Red,US,"Huge, big, thick, gooey and high in alcohol, this only-in-California wine will turn on Zin lovers. It explodes with chocolate, blackberry, vanilla fudge and cappuccino flavors, with a suggestion of currants in the soft, honeyed finish.",Harris Kratka Vineyard,35,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Harris Kratka Vineyard Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-harris-kratka-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
14.3,Red,US,"From the Hyde vineyard comes this viscous wine, dripping with blackberry cola, cherry pie, chocolate cappuccino and vanilla crème brûlee flavors. How delicious is that? Still, the wine is dry, with ripe, smooth tannins that make you want another sip. Would score higher if there were more concentration and depth.",,60,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,HdV 2004 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hdv-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2004,HdV
14,Red,Greece,"You could easily get lost in this wine's bouquet: plenty of new, spicy oak, scents of plum and blackberry pie, later picking up anise and coffee. On the palate, a streak of acidity is followed by soft, dry tannins, making way for more blackberry and anise. This wine has a lot of depth, and the firm tannins and solid acidity imply this could last for at least a decade, but it's very enjoyable now.",,22,89,Thessalikos,,,Karipidis 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Thessalikos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karipidis-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-thessalikos/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Karipidis
14.5,Red,US,"Don't look for the full body one expects of Russian River, but rather a lighter color and body in this first bottling of Lee from Saintsbury. There's an earthy herbalness to the complex rosehip tea, cola and cherry flavors, yet the wine is silky and elegant, with a lilting quality. Drink now through 2010, before it loses fruit.",Lee Vineyard,45,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2004 Lee Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2004-lee-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Saintsbury
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a plush, supple Cab, rich in cassis, cherry, coffee, herb and spice flavors that are wrapped in lush, sweetly ripe tannins. It's a very dry wine, and balanced enough to benefit from mid-term aging. Hold until 2007, then best through 2011 or so.",,30,89,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Chateau Chevalier 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chevalier-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chateau Chevalier
,White,US,"The second vintage of Viognier for JM, it's mostly Stillwater Creek fruit, with 6% Ciel du Cheval Roussanne. A lovely spicy nose starts it off, with sweet apricot, cooked peach and cinnamon notes. It's a rich, ripe and creamy style of Viognier, spotted with spicy ginger. Unusual but well made and delicious. The gingerbread finish is quite distinctive.",,,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2005 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2005,JM Cellars
,White,New Zealand,"Fresh, vibrant and tropical, this is a plump Sauvignon Blanc that replaces the green flavors of Marlborough Sauvignon with riper notes of cassis and pink grapefruit. Long on the finish.",,18,89,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2006-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Te Kairanga
,Red,Australia,"From the same Bakers Gully Vineyard as Clarendon Hills' Bakers Gully Shiraz, this is a full-bodied Shiraz with bold vanilla and saddle leather aromas and flavors of brambleberries. Rustic notes include hints of rubber or Band-Aid, but they're in the background, while warm berries, vanilla and roasted coffee notes lead the way. Drink now.",The Vincent,40,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2003 The Vincent Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2003-vincent-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,Tapestry
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A gem in the semisweet category, with touches of melon and banana on the nose. The palate pours on the sweet apple cider and warm citrus, while the finish is on the mark. This is a generous, no-brainer of a bubbly: Just uncork, pour, sip and smile.",Extra Dry,10,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
12,Sparkling,Spain,"A classic cava from top to bottom. The nose offers familiar baked apple, mineral and saline aromas, while the palate is exceedingly fresh in its delivery of pineapple, apple and nectarine flavors. A fruity yet crisp number that foams up nicely on the palate but doesn't lose its focus or form.",Aria Estate Brut,12,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-brut-sparkling-cava-57731/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
14.5,Red,US,"Reminds me of a good Beaune, a dry, silky, light-bodied, somewhat earthy wine of great charm, without super-complexity. Yet the cherry, raspberry, cola, herb tea, cinnamon and vanilla flavors are delicious. Could pick up nuance with five years in the cellar.",Toyon Farm,45,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2004 Toyon Farm Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2004-toyon-farm-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Saintsbury
13.5,White,US,"Wente, which has sourced this region for years, again has produced a clean, crisp, minerally Chard, with a delicious core of peaches and apricots refreshed by brisk acidity.",Riva Ranch Reserve,16,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2004 Riva Ranch Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2004-riva-ranch-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2004,Wente
14,Red,Italy,"Smoky and slightly cedary at first—it is aged in barrique—the fruit emerges with swirling to reveal plum and cherry notes and some slightly tough tannins. But the finish is long and laden with cherries, so let there be no concerns about this wine's balance—just give it 2–3 years in the cellar.",Brolo di Campofiorin,25,89,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Masi 2001 Brolo di Campofiorin Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2001-brolo-di-campofiorin-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2001,Masi
14.5,Red,Spain,"Black fruit, licorice and earth are all aromas of classic Montsant, and together they are easy to enjoy and understand. Ripe black cherry, pepper and an undercurrent of licorice and coffee work the palate, while the finish sports tight acids and smooth tannins. Good now through 2009.",,35,89,Catalonia,Montsant,,Mas Franch 2003 Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-franch-2003-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2003,Mas Franch
,White,US,"Clean, perfumed and solidly built; it's still a bit blocky but that is its youth showing. It persists nicely into some interesting herbal/spicy nuances in the finish. The fruit is chunky, starring apple and white peach, with a hint of apricot. The finish is clean with a lick of mineral.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2005 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2005-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2005,L'Ecole No. 41
14,Red,Chile,"A little dense early on but airing unleashes cassis, cherry and tobacco aromas. Next in line you'll find black cherry, chocolate and vanilla. All in all it's a big, round and nicely balanced red. Of note, it marks the winery's entry into the super-Chilean category, something timed to coincide with Cousiño-Macul's 150th anniversary.",Lota,60,90,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2004 Lota Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2004-lota-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Cousiño-Macul
14,White,South Africa,"Warwick makes good wines in a variety of categories, and Professor Black is a standout in South African Sauvignon Blanc every year. The white fruit aromas have a crunchy, crisp feel that speaks of freshness and flavor, with a dollop of creamy vanilla. Tasty peach along with refreshing citrus and lime offer waves of flavor, and it maintains a crisp feel without losing body. Great balance between flavor and feel.",Professor Black,17,88,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2005 Professor Black Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2005-professor-black-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Warwick
14.5,Red,US,"This is the best of the winery's current red releases. A blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it's ripely sweet in blackberry pie filling and mocha flavors, and while it's soft in acids, the tannins are pretty and polished. Try with grilled steak and a rich, wine-infused mushroom sauce.",La Storia Cuvée 32 Red Wine,32,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trentadue 2003 La Storia Cuvée 32 Red Wine Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2003-storia-cuvee-32-red-wine-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Trentadue
13.5,White,US,"With its creamy texture and opulent tangerine, lime zest, vanilla custard and spice flavors, this polished wine finishes with a cashew butter richness. Great acidity makes it bright and zingy. Very nice by itself or with a wide range of foods.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2005 Pinot Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2005-pinot-blanc-sonoma-county/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Valley of the Moon
13,Red,Cyprus,"A surprise from this region of Cyprus, this is a fully modern, smooth effort. The nose is a bit rambunctious, and the wine needs time to knit together, but it has good tannic structure and nicely integrated oak that offers cola flavors and aromas of vanilla, tobacco and spice to accompany the sweet blackberry and cherry flavors. The finish is long and mouthwatering.",Oak Aged,22,88,Pitsilia Mountains,,,Tsiakkas 2003 Oak Aged Cabernet Sauvignon (Pitsilia Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsiakkas-2003-oak-aged-cabernet-sauvignon-pitsilia-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tsiakkas
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This mainstream Sauvignon Blanc shows some herbal, grassy notes on the nose, but also ripe nectarine and stone fruit scents. It's round in the mouth, with a silky texture and a similar blend of flavors, with tropical and stone fruits accented by slight herbaceousness. Smooth and softly lingering on the finish.",,17,88,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Nautilus
,White,US,"This is the winery's best white, and a standout Pinot Gris for Washington. You'll find more pear than apple flavor here, with light melon also. The wine feels and tastes of lees, and plenty of crisp skin tannins that put a clean edge on it. Nothing fancy, just well-ripened fruit and clean winemaking.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2005 Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2005,Willow Crest
14.6,Red,US,"Soft, juicy and direct, this Cab offers lots of pleasure in its elegant balance of ripe cherry-berry fruit, rich tannins and fine acid-oak integration. It's the kind of Cab made for drinking with food, not worshipping. Should develop well over five years or so.",Reserve,40,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mosaic 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosaic-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Mosaic
,White,France,"The healthy earth in the wine's name refers to the organic viticulture which was used to grow the grapes in the Charentes region (better known for Cognac). The wine has some good pure, intense fruit flavors, with green apples and fresh, crisp acidity as well as some spice to broaden out the flavor spectrum. Lovely clean finish.",Terra Sana,10,88,France Other,Vin de Pays Charentais,,J. & F. Lurton 2005 Terra Sana White (Vin de Pays Charentais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2005-terra-sana-white-vin-pays-charentais/,White Blend,2005,J. & F. Lurton
,White,France,"This full-flavored wine still has a fine crispness and fresh acidity. There are layers of toast on the pure green fruits. The aftertaste is delicious, fresh and crisp.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Vaucopins Premier Cru,,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2003 Domaine Long-Depaquit Les Vaucopins Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2003-domaine-long-depaquit-vaucopins-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,Albert Bichot
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made in a fuller style than is customary with Prosecco, with granular aromas of baked apple and peaches. The palate sports white peach and apple flavors, and the feel is one of roundness. Some may find this wine too amped up or thick, but we like its power, especially on the finish, where scallion and pepper enter the mix.",Cuvée Tenuta Val de Brun Extra Dry,18,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Astoria 2005 Cuvée Tenuta Val de Brun Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2005-cuvee-tenuta-val-brun-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Astoria
13.5,White,US,"Bright acids liven up very ripe papaya, pineapple and Key lime pie flavors, wrapped in a rich, creamy texture. The wine finishes with lots of spicy, smoky oak.",,18,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2003-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Gloria Ferrer
14,Red,Chile,"If you like Chilean Carmenère, chances are you'll like this one. And if not, give it a try and it might help convert you to the variety. Echeverria's is dark, with lots of smoked meat, molasses and cedary fruit on the nose. The palate is plump and bright, with spiced-plum flavors and plenty of nutmeg. Not harsh at all, and fairly well integrated. Tastes almost like Cabernet or Merlot.",Reserva,18,88,Central Valley,,,Echeverria 2004 Reserva Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2004-reserva-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Echeverria
,White,France,"A rare white from Corbières, this blend of southern French white varieties is minerally, attractively lean and fresh, with just a hint of wood. Its delicious fresh lemon and herb flavors lead to a crisp, green finish.",Le Blanc de Villemajou,,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Gérard Bertrand 2005 Le Blanc de Villemajou White (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2005-le-blanc-villemajou-white-corbieres/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Gérard Bertrand
12,Sparkling,France,"Not many sparklers have anise aromas to match white stone fruits, but this 100% Chenin Blanc has just that, and more. Crisp and lively with citrus fruits flavors, especially lemon and lime, the wine has firm mineral and some stemmy notes to add character.  Goes to show you can still find good French sparklers for bargain prices.",Ph. Perdriaux Brut,12,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine de Vaugondy NV Ph. Perdriaux Brut  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vaugondy-nv-ph-perdriaux-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,,Domaine de Vaugondy
14,Sparkling,Australia,"With only 60 six-packs imported to the U.S., this will be a rare sight on retailer shelves, but it is a tasty wine. The aromas and flavors are harmonious and balanced, with no one element dominating among the raspberry fruit, chocolate sauce and dried spices. The weight is kept under control, and the wine finishes with mouthwatering freshness and soft tannins.",Sparkling Red,60,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Charles Melton NV Sparkling Red Sparkling (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-melton-nv-sparkling-red-barossa/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles Melton
13.2,White,US,"Cool Carneros is turning out to be one of the best homes for serious PGs in the state, as evidenced by this and other examples. Benessere's '05 is rich in apple, fig, peach and spicy punch flavors, with a refreshing spine of crisp acidity and an impressively long finish.",,24,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benessere 2005 Pinot Grigio (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Benessere
13,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a well-balanced and pretty sparkling wine made from Pinot Noir grapes with brilliant amber reflections and notes of mature pineapple, toasted nut and melon. It's frothy and creamy in the mouth with refreshing crispness on the close. The wine ages three years in the bottle on the lees.",Metodo Classico,37,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Castello di Neive 2002 Metodo Classico Pinot Nero (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2002-metodo-classico-pinot-noir-nero-piedmont/,Pinot Nero,2002,Castello di Neive
,Red,US,"The best of the winery's reds, this outstanding value caries rich scents of boysenberry and blueberry pie. It's plenty ripe but not unctuous, and remains below 14% alcohol, good for Syrah. There's a nice spine of fresh acid, and lightly earthy tannins, tasting of black tea.",,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2003 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,Willow Crest
15.6,Red,US,"Shares so much of the quality of the Reserve that, at 30 bucks cheaper, you might as well buy this one. Soft, elegant and delicious in blackberry pie, cassis and chocolate flavors, it has wonderfully ripe tannins and finishes totally dry.",,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vin de Manies 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vin-manies-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vin de Manies
15,Red,Australia,"A burly blend of 65% Shiraz and 35% Grenache, the 2005 Brave Faces is a big, chunky monster that's difficult to judge at this stage. It's closed and inexpressive on the nose, but it has enough body and black cherry fruit to warrant confidence, supported by the long, spice-tinged finish.",Brave Faces,36,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2005 Brave Faces Shiraz-Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2005-brave-faces-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-barossa-valley/,Shiraz-Grenache,2005,Two Hands
14.4,Red,US,"When Mitch Cosentino chooses to, and the weather gods allow, he makes a great Napa red. This Cabernet-based blend is very good. It lacks the elegance of the finest vintages, but shows a classic structure and a deep core of blackberry, coffee, olive and new oak flavors. But it's very tannic; if you open before 2009, decant. Otherwise, the wine should develop through 2015.",The Poet Meritage Red Wine,65,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cosentino 2003 The Poet Meritage Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2003-poet-meritage-red-wine-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Cosentino
13,Red,Spain,"Exemplary Ribera del Duero, given that '02 was not a great year. This wine, however, pours on the richness fans of this region are looking for. The palate is lush and ripe, with deep plum and blackberry flavors supported by mocha and earth shadings. Offers a little bit of everything.",Crianza,38,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Convento San Francisco 2002 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convento-san-francisco-2002-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2002,Convento San Francisco
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is Chandon's vintage brut. It is a blend of 75 percent Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The wine has been aged on the lees, and is quite dry. You'll notice right away how silky it is, how it caresses the palate. The flavors are subtle, suggesting the faintest cherries, raspberries, peaches, vanilla, smoke. The finish is elegant. The price is entirely fair.",Etoile,29,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Domaine Chandon 2000 Etoile Sparkling (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2000-etoile-sparkling-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Domaine Chandon
,Red,Australia,"From one of the cooler sites in Clarendon Hills' arsenal, this Grenache shows floral, slightly lifted aromas and hints of blueberry and strawberry. Yet it still shows the soft, lush texture of all of the CH Grenaches and a long, gently lingering finish.",Clarendon,61,90,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Clarendon Grenache (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-clarendon-grenache-clarendon/,Grenache,2004,Clarendon Hills
13.5,White,US,"What a complex, delicious wine this is. A blend of five Rhône varieties, mainly Roussanne, it has the richness and mouthfeel of a barrel-fermented Chardonnay, but a very different taste. The peach, citrus, buttercup flower, honeydew and cantaloupe flavors finish with creamy, cashew butter richness.",Coeur du Terroir Blanc,22,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,David Girard 2005 Coeur du Terroir Blanc White (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-girard-2005-coeur-terroir-blanc-white-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,David Girard
13.5,White,US,"The vineyard is in the southern part of the valley, near Carneros, and the wine shows fog-influenced acidity that cleans and refreshes the exotic fruit, flower, mineral and spice flavors. It's elegant and layered, an Alsatian-style Gewürz that grows more interesting with each sip.",Compagni Portis Vineyard,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bucklin 2005 Compagni Portis Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bucklin-2005-compagni-portis-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Bucklin
13,White,New Zealand,"Distinctively smoky and grassy on the nose, marked by fumé notes and bold gooseberry aromas. This is full, ripe and round in the mouth, bursting with melon and pink grapefruit flavors that finish long.",,17,90,Wairarapa,,,Borthwick Vineyard 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borthwick-vineyard-2005-sauvignon-blanc-wairarapa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Borthwick Vineyard
14.5,Red,Chile,"It seems that each year at least one noteworthy Chilean producer arrives on the U.S. market, and this year we're taking notice of Pérez Cruz, a Maipo Valley winery that started in the 2002 vintage and whose wines are made by the talented Alvaro Espinoza. All that said, this flagship blend is compact and jammy, with huge berry flavors and racy tannins. It showcases the winery's ability to match size with style.",Liguai,35,91,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2003 Liguai Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2003-liguai-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Viña Pérez Cruz
14.2,Red,US,"This is quite an interesting Merlot, not least because it actually lives up to Merlot's reputation as the soft Cabernet. It's ripe and juicy in cherry flavor, with a rich, olive-y earthiness enhanced and framed by oak. At the same time, it's dry. The softness is balanced by wonderfully thick, fine tannins, with a grip that cries out for steak.",High Serenity Ranch,19,91,California,Lake County,High Valley,Brassfield 2003 High Serenity Ranch Merlot (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2003-high-serenity-ranch-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Merlot,2003,Brassfield
14.1,Red,US,"Very good Cab, creamy, dry and rich. The flavors are super-upfront, all blackberry and cherry pie, chocolate and charry vanilla oak, with cinnamon spice in the finish. It's a decadent wine, and fortunately has the crisp acidity and firm tannins for balance. Should be easy to find, with 19,000 cases. Best now–2012.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount Veeder 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Mount Veeder
,White,US,"Grape sources are Conner-Lee and Stillwater Creek, and as befits them, the wine was given first-class treatment: French oak, native yeasts, lees stirring, etc. The results are impressively rich and creamy, packed with tropical fruit, mango, pineapple, apricot—whatever you call it, it's yummy stuff.",,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2005 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2005-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2005,Mark Ryan
15.2,Red,US,"Not only is this a deliciously drinkable wine, it has lots of complexity and should even improve for a couple of years. It's a big, soft, dry Merlot-based Bordeaux blend, juicy in cherry pie and succulent blueberry flavors and a rich, honeyed, toasty oak finish. Best now–2010.",Bell Mountain Ranch Red,25,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Medlock Ames 2002 Bell Mountain Ranch Red Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medlock-ames-2002-bell-mountain-ranch-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Medlock Ames
,Red,US,"This Grenache-based, southern Rhône-style red wine includes 30% Mourvèdre, 25% Syrah and 5% Counoise. The fruit is sourced from several Yakima valley vineyards, and overall this is brilliantly fruit-driven, racy and precise. The Grenache dominates, an explosion of raspberries, plenty of buoyant acid, and a tart and nervy mouthfeel. Long, clean, very concentrated; it's a joy to drink.",Sirocco,35,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,McCrea 2004 Sirocco Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2004-sirocco-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,McCrea
16,Red,South Africa,"A dark and robust wine, inky to the eye, with voluptuous aromas of chocolate, coffee, black fruits and a hint of lemon. The tannins are big but harnessed, showing ample ripeness, as do the full-on flavors of cassis, black plum, coffee and leather that will only develop more with age. Finishes with a touch of lemon. Enjoyable now, but can last for over ten years. 380 cases produced.",,34,91,Paarl,,,Culraithin 2002 Syrah (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/culraithin-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-paarl/,Syrah,2002,Culraithin
14.5,Red,US,"Nice and ripe in black cherry pie filling, black raspberry, cola, root beer and smoky oak flavors, this Pinot has some firm tannins that will stand up to a rich steak. It should hold through 2010.",Castelli-Knight Ranch Vineyard,36,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 2004 Castelli-Knight Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2004-castelli-knight-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Armida
14.8,Red,US,"Very ripe and lush in blackberry, cherry, cola and rhubarb flavors, this Pinot also shows plenty of sweet new oak. Fortunately, it has the crisp acids and dusty tannins to balance. Defines Carneros balance and elegance.",Lone Tree Vineyard,50,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 2004 Lone Tree Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2004-lone-tree-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Acacia
,Red,US,"Those who miss the John Abbott Merlots from his years at Canoe Ridge can take heart. This first-time Abbott Merlot from his new winery, Abeja, is a gem. Fragrant, beautifully rendered aromas of primary red fruits, cocoa and licorice set up firm streaks of black tea, smoke and concentrated black cherry. There is just enough new oak to support, but not dominate, the beautiful, polished fruit.",,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Abeja
,Red,US,"This is more fruit-driven, whereas the Seven Hills bottling is meatier, more Northern Rhône. Features a vivid, ebullient, young and grapey nose; while the young, zippy fruit is tight, tart and spicy. There is a good lift to the palate, with firm acids and a layer of citrus rind adding body to the finish.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,L'Ecole No. 41
12.4,Dessert,US,"A very good dessert Riesling, nice and ripe in sweet apricot, honeysuckle and tangerine flavors, with a buttercream vanilla topping and what tastes like rich botrytis honey. Fortunately, it has crisp acidity.",Susan's Passion Late Harvest,25,90,California,Lake County,High Valley,Brassfield 2005 Susan's Passion Late Harvest Riesling (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2005-susans-passion-late-harvest-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Riesling,2005,Brassfield
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Because this sparkler goes through secondary fermentation in the bottle (metodo tradizionale) you can count on rich, saturated tones of honey, apple pie, roasted nuts and cookie dough. There's more weight and consistency too, making it an excellent match to lightly fried finger foods.",Opere Trevigiane Brut,23,90,Veneto,Veneto,,Villa Sandi NV Opere Trevigiane Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-opere-trevigiane-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Villa Sandi
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Chocolaty and ripe on the nose, with cassis, plum, cola and eucalyptus aromas. As complex in the mouth, with blueberry and oak in addition to plum and cola. The wine has a racy mouthfeel yet is full bodied, with nice tannins and a solid finish.",,25,90,Stellenbosch,,,Meerlust 2000 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerlust-2000-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2000,Meerlust
,Red,Italy,"This is Masi's main Amarone bottling, and it's a beauty. Toasted almonds and ripe cherries mark the nose, while the structure of the wine is round and lush without ever seeming overly full or soft. Made in a dry, food-friendly style, with some firm tannins on the finish, this is approachable now, but looks to be capable of aging 5–10 years.",Costasera,55,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2001 Costasera  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2001-costasera-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-66478/,Corvina,2001,Masi
14.9,Red,US,"With the '03, Rockledge returns to form with a ripe, lush and balanced Cab that contains a drop of Petite Sirah. It's deliciously deep and long in blackberry pie filling, chocolate, green olive and smoky oak flavors, in a voluptuous texture.",,25,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Rockledge Vineyards 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rockledge Vineyards
,White,France,"In a blend dominated by Chardonnay, the 10% Viognier makes a surprising difference, giving southern aromatics and ripeness to the elegant, green and white fruit flavors of the Chardonnay and the restrained touch of wood.",Mas la Chevalière,20,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laroche 2004 Mas la Chevalière Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2004-mas-chevalia-re-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2004,Laroche
14.7,Red,US,"Chuck Ortman is one of the few to source grapes from this esteemed vineyard. The '04 is a giant step ahead of the '03, suggesting an increasing mastery of the grapes. This inky dark wine is hugely ripe, with red and black fruit-filled pastry flavors, yet dry, silky and balanced. Should develop additional complexities by 2008.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ortman Family 2004 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2004-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ortman Family
15.5,Red,US,"Drinks very soft and forward and is accessible now, with plenty of upfront cherry pie filling, blackberry jam, cocoa and cola flavors. Tannins are enough to hold the wine for a decade of slow improvement. Notable for its opulence and the polished expressive fruit. Could potentially improve quite a bit.",Reserve,105,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Peju
14.8,Red,US,"Made in a tight young style that requires cellaring, the wine opens with a minty, cigarette ash and char aroma, then turns much sweeter in the mouth. Ripe cherries, blackberries, cola and sweet spicy oak flavors dominate, leading to a tannic finish. Should develop by 2009 and then hold well through 2015.",Collector's Reserve,110,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Martin Estate 2003 Collector's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-estate-2003-collectors-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Martin Estate
14,Red,Australia,"The 2003 Billi Billi Shiraz features slightly medicinal flavors of cherries and rhubarb accented by scorched chocolate notes and a hint of eucalyptus. The texture is creamy-smooth, while the finish lingers elegantly. It's a pleasant counterpoint to some of the heavyweight Shirazes from South Australia, at a bargain price.",Billi Billi,15,90,Victoria,Victoria,,Mount Langi Ghiran 2003 Billi Billi Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-langi-ghiran-2003-billi-billi-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2003,Mount Langi Ghiran
,Red,France,"Named after the mountain of Rec Aoufa that overlooks the Château des Erles vineyards, this wine is powerful, smooth, rich, dense. It has a modern sheen to it, but still speaks of the rocky terroir, with herbs and supple tannins, supplementing the black cherry and redcurrant fruits.",Château des Erles La Récaoufa,30,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,J. & F. Lurton 2004 Château des Erles La Récaoufa Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2004-chateau-erles-recaoufa-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,J. & F. Lurton
,White,France,"For a Chablis, this is no lightweight. But it does have a great flavor of green plums and layers of minerality to go with its richness. And it has great acidity to give it a lift and a fresh aftertaste.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Grand Cru Les Vaudésirs,,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2003 Domaine Long-Depaquit Grand Cru Les Vaudésirs  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2003-domaine-long-depaquit-grand-cru-vaudesirs-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,Albert Bichot
,Red,France,"This fine wine combines the new wood and modern fruit style of Bichot with the classic power of Clos de Vougeot. Toast and black fruits combine to make a wine which will develop slowly, giving ripe and powerful flavors along the way.",Domaine du Clos Frantin,,90,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Albert Bichot 2003 Domaine du Clos Frantin  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2003-domaine-clos-frantin-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2003,Albert Bichot
,Red,US,This thick and quite tannic Syrah showcases the dark and earthy side of the grape. Streaks of tar and smoke add length and flavor interest; the wine does not seem overoaked. I suspect the earthy components come from the earth rather than the barrel.,,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Andrew Rich 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-rich-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Andrew Rich
14.4,Red,US,"How translucently light this Pinot is. You just know from the color it's not one of those heavy, superripe wines. In fact, it's as delicate and airy as the fog that visits the vineyard every night. Dry, too, with complex cola, rosehip tea, strawberry, cinnamon and toasty oak flavors. So nice, so elegant, not a big and probably not an ageable wine, but polished.",Dutton-Thomas Road Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2004 Dutton-Thomas Road Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2004-thomas-road-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dutton Estate
12,Sparkling,US,"Heavily toasted on the nose, with char and vanilla leading the way, then smoth, creamy flavors of apple, pear and vanilla with crême brulée accents. High in acidity and meant to last, this is a well-rounded and put-together wine that should be enjoyed until 2010.",Gilbert Gruet Grande Reserve,45,90,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet 1999 Gilbert Gruet Grande Reserve Sparkling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-1999-gilbert-grande-reserve-sparkling-new-mexico/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Gruet
14.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is right where southern Sonoma Valley meets Carneros, so it's not as hot as you might think. This rewarding wine is very ripe, brimming in cherry pie, cola, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors, in a texture that's both silky and meaty, which may be a contradiction, but it means it's complex. What a versatile food wine.",Rhinefarm Vineyard,32,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2004 Rhinefarm Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2004-rhinefarm-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gundlach Bundschu
,Red,US,"The Optu blends grapes from Conner-Lee, Stillwater, Klipsun, Red Mountain vineyard and a bit of old vine Cabernet from Gamache—all excellent sites. It's two thirds Cabernet, the rest mostly Merlot with 4% Cab Franc. Some nice sweet blackberry and black cherry fruit sails up from the glass; there is a touch of coffee/espresso in the nose also. It's a very pretty wine, accessible and balanced, with light fruit, nicely ripened but with an elegant, feminine personality.",Optu,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2003 Optu Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2003-optu-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Fidelitas
,White,France,"The estate white wine from Château L'Hospitalet is a delicious, perfumed, aromatic blend of Bourboulenc, Vermentino and white Grenache, buoyed by wood, touches of honey and herbs and a fresh, crisp finish.",Château L'Hospitalet La Réserve La Clape,,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Gérard Bertrand 2005 Château L'Hospitalet La Réserve La Clape White (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2005-chateau-lhospitalet-reserve-clape-white-coteaux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Gérard Bertrand
12,Sparkling,US,"A classic blend of Pinot Noir, with Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay, this is really a terrific sparkler. It's soft and round and elegant, a true bubbly rosé that offers rich strawberry, peaches and cream and vanilla flavors that are subtle and complex.",Blanc de Noirs,18,89,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-california-63916/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,Red,France,"Caux is near the city of Montpellier in eastern Languedoc, a rare appellation used by Nizas for this old-vine Carignan. It's a big, bold, perfumed wine, showing the intensity of flavor that comes from these low-yielding vines. It's smooth and velvety, with dusty tannins underneath.",Carignan Vieilles Vignes,16,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,,,Domaine de Nizas 2004 Carignan Vieilles Vignes Carignan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2004-carignan-vieilles-vignes-vin-pays-caux/,Carignan,2004,Domaine de Nizas
,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from old vines. I love the purity of this wine, the way it captures the elegance and the Cabernet character that is so important, particularly the black olive and light herb. It seems to be the right combination of New World ripeness and French varietal character; and it comes in at a modest 13.5% alcohol. Sturdy and tart, displaying cranberry and strawberry fruit, lightly spiced with pepper, it finishes with the tannins showing dry, green tea flavors.",,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fidelitas
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Baked fruit pie, red apple, cranberry and raspberry characterize the nose of this pretty, pale pink sparkler. The wine performs nicely in the mouth where it delivers crisp acidity and a long, tasty finish.",Maximum Rosé,34,89,,Trento,,Ferrari NV Maximum Rosé Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-nv-maximum-rose-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,,Ferrari
15.2,Red,US,"Seems made in a less ripe style, a minty, wintergreen wine with hints of barely ripened blackberries and some briary wild berries. Drinks bone dry and fairly tannic. If you're into an earthier, more French Bordeaux style, try this one. Will benefit from a decade of aging.",Tietjen Vineyard,65,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 2003 Tietjen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2003-tietjen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Elyse
15.5,Red,US,"The winemaker swung for the fences with this one, letting the grapes get ultraripe, adding a dash of Cabernet Sauvignon, and aging it in what tastes like lots of fancy, toasty new oak. The results show in the wine's opulence. Gooey and soft, it tastes almost sweet in baked blackberry and cherry pie filling, vanilla, milk chocolate and caramel flavors that go on and on.",,28,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2004 Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2004,Earthquake
,White,US,"Creamy and smooth, mixing citrus, apple, pear and fig flavors with a dusting of light toast. This is not soft, nor is it too acidic; it's a ripe, round, very approachable wine enhanced with the addition of 5% Semillon. Roughly half was barrel fermented, half done in stainless steel, creating a polished mix of richness and precision.",,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2004-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Chateau Ste. Michelle
14.5,White,New Zealand,"Craggy's Chardonnay is a big boy, with fully ripe fruit (14.5% alcohol) that's framed by ample oak. Yet it shows some restraint as well, with aromas of pencil shavings and minerals that nicely complement pear and melon fruit. With a richly textured, almost gravelly mouthfeel, the wine shows good depth and richness. The overall impression is of a wine that's a bit oaky now, but should integrate nicely in a another 12 months or so.",Les Beaux Cailloux Gimblett Gravels,60,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2004 Les Beaux Cailloux Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2004-beaux-cailloux-gimblett-gravels-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2004,Craggy Range
,Red,France,"A Syrah-dominated wine from the 75-acre estate in the Coteaux du Languedoc owned by the Roux family from Burgundy. It is certainly dense, but not overpowering. The tannins are smoky and firm, but leave plenty of room for the ripe, red fruits. Not imported.",Vieilles Vignes,,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Saint-Sériès 2003 Vieilles Vignes Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-series-2003-vieilles-vignes-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château de Saint-Sériès
14,Red,New Zealand,"This winery seems to be at the top of its game in recent vintages, and this Pinot Noir is a good value as well. Slightly dusty, floral notes add complexity to its spice and cherry aromas, while the mouthfeel is silky but not too soft. Finishes with hints of tea and rose petals. No need to wait on this one; drink now.",Vintage Widow,23,89,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2005 Vintage Widow Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2005-vintage-widow-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Jackson Estate
,Red,France,"This is a classy wine from the warm south of France. It has ripe, raisiny fruit aromas, flavors of fresh fruit, black figs and herbs. Its dry tannins are balanced with a good layer of acidity.",Château des Erles Cuvée des Ardoises,12,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Fitou,,J. & F. Lurton 2003 Château des Erles Cuvée des Ardoises Red (Fitou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2003-chateau-erles-cuvee-ardoises-red-fitou/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,J. & F. Lurton
,White,France,"Produced from selected barrels of Viognier, Laurent Miquel considers this his premium white wine. It does seem to have all the exotic apricot and peach flavors of the grape, although a little less wood would have allowed them to be more expressive. But it's still a fine, full, but still elegant wine.",Verité Viognier,27,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2005 Verité Viognier Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2005-verite-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2005,Laurent Miquel
14.1,Red,US,"Nice Cab, a Rutherford-St. Helena blend that's tannic enough to warrant time in the cellar. Too young to really show its stuff now, but there's a chunk of flashy blackberry and cherry fruit, and enough balancing acids, to let it develop well through 2012.",Reserve,75,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Whitehall Lane
13.5,White,US,"I drank this at the end of a long, hot summer day, which is when a cold, crisp white is at its best. What a delicious wine. Bold citrus and apricot flavors, acids so strong they almost fizz and a rich creaminess even though there's no oak.",,19,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Voss 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Voss
,Red,US,"Ciel is usually the most concentrated, mineral-streaked and ageworthy of the Andrew Will lineup, but in this frost-affected vintage it's a much lighter, more forward wine, with less concentration. The fruits are bright and balanced, with a trace of herb. The blend is 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 48% Merlot, 30% Cab Franc and 7% Petit Verdot.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,56,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Andrew Will 2004 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2004-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Andrew Will
,White,France,"A creamy wine, flavored with apples and vanilla ice cream, with a fresh green drop of mint and some spice. This is rich, but not over the top huge, with a great aftertaste of acidity.",Domaine Long-Depaquit Grand Cru Les Blanchots,,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Bichot 2003 Domaine Long-Depaquit Grand Cru Les Blanchots  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-2003-domaine-long-depaquit-grand-cru-blanchots-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,Albert Bichot
14.5,White,Chile,"As Chilean Chardonnays go, this single-vineyard bottling from Lapostolle is smooth and toasty, with plenty of vanilla, smoke and tropical fruit aromas. The vintage was a good one, and that's reflected in the wine's body, which is hefty and broad but nicely balanced by freshening acids. If you like vanilla and toast accenting ripe New World flavors, this is for you.",Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard,20,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2005 Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2005-cuvee-alexandre-atalayas-vineyard-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Lapostolle
,Red,New Zealand,"Yields in 2005 were so low that “we had to send out search parties at harvest time,” jokes winemaker Peter Caldwell. This is a dark, almost inky, wine, with aromas and flavors of black cherries and plums, all wrapped in a slightly herbal edge of drying tannins. Hold and see if another year or two takes some of that edge off.",Runholder,30,89,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2005 Runholder Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2005-runholder-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Te Kairanga
14.5,Red,US,"This is from Tantara's 3-acre block at Bien Nacido, and it's a very good young wine, fresh in citrusy acidity but ripe in cherry essence and cola flavors. Planted only in 1999, it shows a young vine exuberance that limits complexity, but not interest.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Adobe,45,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Adobe Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-adobe-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
17.5,Red,US,"High in alcohol, with some heat throughout, but the wine wears it well, with huge fruit and a dry finish. Tastes almost desserty, with crème de cassis, milk chocolate, blackberry jam and coffee flavors and a distinct dried thyme and briary nettle edge. Very nice, but wow, that alcohol!",Maggie's Reserve,45,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Maggie's Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-maggies-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
13.8,Red,US,"Cathy Corison brings her deft touch to this blend from various Napa vineyards. It's a soft, comforting wine, classic Napa Cab, with black currant and smoky oak flavors edging into chocolate. It's opulent and proper rather than exciting.",,65,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corison 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Corison
,Red,US,"This wine, though a step up from recent vintages, continues the brand's reputation as an underperformer. This is a well-made, Cabernet-dominated blend with black cherry, sweet chocolate, soft tannins and a streak of licorice down the middle.",Red Table Wine,70,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Col Solare 2003 Red Table Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-solare-2003-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Col Solare
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This producer is doing a very good job with its superaffordable, no-dosage cava. The nose is lightly floral, with the accent on apple blossom. The palate is solid and crisp, with appropriate white-fruit flavors. Crisp on the finish, with a lively feel. A pleasurable sipper for sure.",Brut Zero Reserva,10,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Castellblanch NV Brut Zero Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellblanch-nv-brut-zero-reserva-sparkling-cava-63203/,Sparkling Blend,,Castellblanch
,Red,US,"Seems like it was picked earlier than most '03s, given the dry tannins and peppery, minty flavors. Still, it has a beautiful structure, classic and refined, with cherry and cocoa flavors and upscale oak. Drink now through 2010.",Estate Bottled,55,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sullivan 2003 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sullivan-2003-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sullivan
,Red,US,"Firm, chewy and tannic, this newly released wine takes a while to open up. It shows a pleasing sweet cocoa and berry core of fruit that expands into coffee, toast, black tea and even a bit of cola. The finish feels like a bit of fresh, rain-soaked earth—not unpleasant. Overall, though very young, the wine shows good potential.",Reserve,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Columbia Crest
,Red,Australia,"Clarendon Hills' “entry-level” Syrah comes from vines that are only 12 years old, but it is still a very good effort. The bouquet includes graham cracker, sour red plum and herbal notes, while the palate picks up some dusty, red-earth flavors. The finish is crisp. Minus the minerality, it's comparable to a good Crozes-Hermitage in a warm year.",Bakers Gully,65,89,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Bakers Gully Syrah (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-bakers-gully-shiraz-syrah-syrah-clarendon/,Syrah,2004,Clarendon Hills
15.2,Red,US,"This is a good price for a wine of this pedigree. Shows classic Santa Maria Pinot notes of dusty, crushed brown spices, cherries and cola, with cool-climate acidity and a rich coat of tannins. This Pinot should drink well at least through 2010.",Grand Reserve Bien Nacido Vineyard,19,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2004 Grand Reserve Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2004-grand-reserve-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Villa Mt. Eden
14,Red,Spain,"Purple in color, with a sweet, fragrant bouquet featuring mostly plum and strawberry but also a touch of rusticity. Bold and full of cherry-cola flavors, while the feel is downright plush and proper. A very nice (and new to the market) wine from Torres; and there's no knocking its value qualifications.",Malena,10,89,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2005 Malena Garnacha (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2005-malena-grenache-garnacha-catalunya/,Garnacha,2005,Torres
13,Red,Greece,"Dark earth, graham cracker and plush purple fruit aromas introduce a wealth of blueberry and black plum flavors wrapped in oaky spice. The wine is smooth from eight months in new French oak, though the oak could not fully tame such ripe, heavy tannins. Can be drunk over the next decade. A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Limnio.",Metoxi,20,89,Mount Athos,,,Tsantali 2001 Metoxi Red (Mount Athos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2001-metoxi-red-mount-athos/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Tsantali
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Not a stereotypical New World fruit-driven Pinot, this is a dark and stormy night—filled with earthy notes, tobacco, soy and root vegetables, with a wiry structure and firm finish that call Burgundy to mind. Drink 2007–2010.",,30,89,Central Otago,,,Wild Earth 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-earth-2004-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Wild Earth
14,White,Chile,"This Casablanca Valley Sauvignon starts out slowly and quietly before picking up speed and volume. The nose evolves toward piquant and stirring, while the palate deals a good mix of green apple, peppery Thai melon and citrus zest. It finishes crisp, but with character, and overall it speaks well for the potential of Chilean Sauvignon Blanc.",Single Vineyard,20,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2006 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2006-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Errazuriz
13.5,Red,US,"Lots to like in this Cab. Few regions do a better job of ripening red wines than Paso Robles while keeping prices modest. This one, from the hilly, limestony west side, is softly rich in blackberry and cherry flavors wrapped in fine, sweet tannins. This is a good price for a Cab of this quality.",,14,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Liberty School 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Liberty School
,White,US,"All barrel-fermented in used French oak. This is an elegant sipping wine, and the Semillon shows fig and green plum flavors; it's much less herbal than Sauvignon Blanc. It's a gentle white, not oaky but hinting at toast, and persistent in an appealing style. Perfect for halibut and other seafood; nice with sushi for sure.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2005 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2005-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2005,Fidelitas
14.5,Red,US,"This is a huge Cabernet, very soft in the modern manner, and very ripe. It's a blast of cherry jam and milk chocolate, with plenty of toasty oak, and the tannins are firm and complex. Good now, it should hold well for the next ten years.",Endeavor,55,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2002 Endeavor Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2002-endeavor-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Dessert,France,"This red vin doux naturel (think Port) is made from Grenache, and is ready to drink now. It's a sweet wine, but the sugar is balanced by tannins and berry flavors that give the wine some freshness. It could work with many cheeses, poured over ice cream, as well as on its own.",Grenat,25,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Rivesaltes,,Domaine Cazes 2003 Grenat Grenache (Rivesaltes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cazes-2003-grenat-grenache-rivesaltes/,Grenache,2003,Domaine Cazes
14.5,Red,Australia,"Like many McLaren Vale Shirazes, this one seems to fall somewhere between the full-blown Barossa style and the herb- and spice-driven styles of cooler climates. There's a minty edge to the blackberry fruit, espresso notes similar to those found in the northern Rhône, and firm tannins on the finish. Try after 2008.",,21,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wayne Thomas 2003 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wayne-thomas-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,Wayne Thomas
14.5,Red,US,"Dry, oaky and balanced, this Cab shows the grace and balance that come from really good terroir. It's superripe, flooding the mouth with rich Cabernet flavors of blackberries, cassis and chocolate, yet maintains harmony. Grown on the true Rutherford bench, west of Highway 29.",Morisoli Borges Vineyard,45,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Fountainhead 2003 Morisoli Borges Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fountainhead-2003-morisoli-borges-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fountainhead
,Red,US,"McCrea's Amerique bottling uses one and two-year-old American oak and tries for an Australian Shiraz flavor. I'm not sure it wouldn't be better just being what it is— a crisp, oaky, cool climate Syrah from Washington state, which in this vintage is almost one quarter Mourvèdre. The plummy fruit carries a lot of toasty, nutty cracker flavors from the barrel aging, overlaid with zesty citrus, one of the hallmarks of Washington Syrah.",Amerique,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2004 Amerique Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2004-amerique-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2004,McCrea
13,White,New Zealand,"Almost more of a white Graves style than a traditional New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, featuring a kiss of French oak and ample body without any overt pungency. Ripe melon and fig flavors easily accompany slightly grassy notes, accented by grapefruit on the finish. Drink now.",Reserve,15,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2005 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2005-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Mills Reef
,White,US,"This is the mid-tier Riesling for Columbia Crest, a sensational wine that captures everything that is distinctive and noteworthy about Washington fruit. Fragrant and loaded with floral aromatics, it carries persistent orange blossom and lemon candy scents and flavors into a lush midpalate that touches on tropical papaya and mango. The off-dry residual sweetness plumps it up but is mostly masked by the natural acids, keeping this very food-friendly. 5,000 cases produced.",Grand Estates,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2005 Grand Estates Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2005-grand-estates-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Columbia Crest
,White,US,"This is big, round and creamy—a California style of Chardonnay—with a dusting of spice and baker's chocolate. The sweet, appealing barrel flavors include toast and buttery caramel; the fruit seems quite secondary. The difference that Washington fruit makes is the natural acid that lifts the wine and keeps it from getting top-heavy with oak.",Reserve,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2004-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Columbia Crest
14,White,South Africa,"Stellenbosch, like Napa Valley, can produce ripely flavored whites like this. Packed with character, from citrus, peach and lime flavors to the energizing acidity and fresh fruity nose. Finishes with solid length and intensity.",,19,89,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Thelema
,Red,France,"The Château des Erles vineyard is divided between the Corbières and Fitou appellations. This wine is much more perfumed than the Corbières, but is more delicate, more elegant, but also more traditional, with layers of dry tannins keeping the exuberant fruit in check. Give this wine a year to age.",Château des Erles,40,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Fitou,,J. & F. Lurton 2003 Château des Erles Red (Fitou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2003-chateau-erles-red-fitou/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,J. & F. Lurton
,Red,France,"From the Michel Laroche estate of Mas la Chevalière north of Béziers, this is an intensely ripe, deep-fruited wine, powerful and elegant. Vanilla and soft spice add to the red fruit flavors that come from a blend of Syrah. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Mas la Chevalière,20,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laroche 2003 Mas la Chevalière Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2003-mas-chevaliere-red-vin-pays-doc/,Red Blend,2003,Laroche
14,Red,Greece,"Xinomavro, meaning acid-black, is one of Greece's better indigenous reds and the only variety in Naoussa. It can make wines with firm acidity and jackhammer tannins, as in this example, which also shows a spicy nose of black pepper, coffee and red fruit. Flavors are a bit darker and sweeter, to match the heavy tannins, with black spicy fruit, coffee and a touch of chocolate. Will soften a bit with time.",Ramnista,22,89,Naoussa,,,Kir-Yianni 2001 Ramnista Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kir-yianni-2001-ramnista-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2001,Kir-Yianni
,Red,US,"There's something exuberantly old-fashioned about this Pinot. It's dark, dry and tannicly rustic, with huge, gobby, fresh cherry pie flavors deep inside. Swan Pinots last for a long time; give this one five years to soften and melt those tannins.",Trenton Estate,45,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2004 Trenton Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2004-trenton-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Joseph Swan Vineyards
,Red,US,"A tremendous value, this blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah is named for a Pearl Jam song and matches that band's vigor and raw energy. Thick tannins and scrapey acids suggest why these grapes may have been cut from the final blends for the other wines, but they show plenty of firm, ripe fruit and tarry complexity.",The Dissident,25,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Mark Ryan 2004 The Dissident Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2004-dissident-red-other/,Red Blend,2004,Mark Ryan
15.4,Red,US,"Arroyo Seco Syrahs always interest for their dry, high-acid profile that also lets the fruit ripen. This is a young, closed wine now, tart and tannic, but it shows promise with a rich core of blackberry and cherry pie filling fruit. Best now with rich fare, or hold through 2010.",Cedar Lane Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Redline 2004 Cedar Lane Vineyard Syrah (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redline-2004-cedar-lane-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Syrah,2004,Redline
14.5,White,US,"Made in a less ripe style, with citrusy, herbal flavors that are well-oaked and leesy, this very dry Chard displays both elegance and a long finish. If you're into aging Chardonnays, try cellaring this through 2010. Should be fine.",Reserve,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Robert Mondavi
14,White,US,"This refreshing wine has that extra something that pushes it to the next level. Shows deliciously ripe lime, lemon and sweet grass flavors that show little oak influence, letting the fruit and spice shine. Without malo, the wine is sprightly in mouth-cleansing acidity.",,24,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Longboard
14.5,Red,US,"Soft and juicy, with extremely ripe fruit that's almost jammy, this 100% Cabernet is complex and interesting. It immediately flatters with upfront blackberry tea, a honeyed cherry liqueur taste and plenty of toasty oak, then pulls back and shows a deeper, earthier side. Drink now–2010.",Redgrav Vineyard,50,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Longboard 2003 Redgrav Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2003-redgrav-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Longboard
,White,France,"Grassy and herbaceous aromas give the varietal game away immediately. And the palate is equally ripe but herbaceous with fine intensity of flavor and richness. Is this France or New Zealand? It's hard to tell, so just enjoy.",Les Fumées Blanches Sauvignon Blanc,9,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,J. & F. Lurton 2005 Les Fumées Blanches Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2005-fumees-blanches-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,J. & F. Lurton
13.7,Red,Spain,"This is the type of wine that's giving resurgent Jumilla a positive reputation. The nose is smoky but still loaded with solid fruit, while the palate bubbles over with pure blackberry and plum. It's a Monastrell-dominated blend, but it tastes a lot like Tempranillo, which is only 15% of the blend. Very nice overall.",Selección Roble,13,89,Levante,Jumilla,,Alceño 2003 Selección Roble Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alceno-2003-seleccion-roble-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2003,Alceño
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a well-behaved young Zin, dry and fruity, with firm tannins and acids that will cut through barbecue. The cherry, blackberry, cola and peppery pomegranate flavors will play beautifully against a rich, savory barbecue sauce.",Beeson Ranch,30,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Beeson Ranch Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-beeson-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
14.5,White,US,"Lots of flash in this relatively inexpensive Chardonnay, which shares many of the qualities of far more expensive wines. Flamboyantly ripe tropical fruit, opulent oak with creamy buttered toast and vanilla, a rich, voluptuous texture, waves of complexity and crisp, balancing cool-climate acidity—it's all there.",,16,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Grand Archer 2005 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grand-archer-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Grand Archer
15.9,Red,US,"Big, thick, soft, gooey, delicious, a little hot, that begins to describe this Rhône blend, which is Syrah, Grenache and a dash of Petite Sirah. It's all essence of cherries, melted chocolate, coffee, vanilla, cinnamon.",Revelation Red Wine,32,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2003 Revelation Red Wine Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2003-revelation-red-wine-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Epiphany
,Red,France,"The result of a moment of inspiration from Massamier la Mignarde's owner Frantz Venes. He blended Syrah, Grenache and Carignan and fermented them using Beaujolais-style carbonic maceration. The wine was then aged in wood. It gives a great juicy, brambley and warmly flavored wine. A dry center is surrounded by joyful, fat fruit.",Teniment des Garouilhas,56,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois La Liviniere,,Château Massamier la Mignarde 2004 Teniment des Garouilhas Red (Minervois La Liviniere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-massamier-mignarde-2004-teniment-garouilhas-red-minervois-liviniere/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château Massamier la Mignarde
,Red,France,"From the oldest of the Bernard family's vineyards, using vines planted in 1905, this is a seriously dense, concentrated wine, smooth and fruity. Sweet and rich, with fig and black fruit flavors, this wine can age well over the next 3–4 years.",Premier Terroir,11,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Beauchêne 2003 Premier Terroir Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauchene-2003-premier-terroir-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château Beauchêne
14.5,Red,US,"The wine comes from one of the most westerly sites in the appellation, a vineyard recently sold by Fess Parker. It has good, crisp acidity, and is very dry, with fine Pinot fruit and herb flavors. It's a stylish Pinot Noir, perhaps not the most powerful exemplar of Santa Rita, but a dashing wine.",,24,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brophy Clark 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Brophy Clark
13.5,White,South Africa,"Dark yellow, the color speaks to this wine's richness. Pithy peach and vanilla waft from the glass, but this wine has plenty of body to stand up to oak, also delivering rich tropical fruit with citrus undertones. Despite the rich flavors, acidity offers a careful balance.",Grande Cuvée,17,89,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 2005 Grande Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2005-grande-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Boschendal
13.5,Red,Chile,"Deep and minty on the nose, with a slight foresty character that conjures scents of truffles or mushrooms. The palate, however, is bright; cherry, raspberry and plum flavors carry the day. Finishes with vanilla and the essence of raspberry, and with good structure. A very nice blend of 60% Carmenère and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Reserve,15,89,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2004 Reserve Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2004-reserve-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Carmen
14.9,White,US,"The vineyard is best known for a Williams Selyem Pinot Noir. It's a cool climate that ripens grapes well, but preserves plenty of acidity. This dry, barrel-fermented wine is complex and delicious, packed with Meyer lemon, pear, peach, tart green apple and spice flavors.",Vista Verde Vineyard Vio,25,90,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Vinum Cellars 2005 Vista Verde Vineyard Vio Viognier (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2005-vista-verde-vineyard-vio-viognier-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Viognier,2005,Vinum Cellars
14.6,Red,US,"Napa brings classic elegance, Amador a lusty exuberance, to this very fine Zinfandel. The fruit is extraordinarily lush, with ripe blackberry jam, cherry pie filling, cassis-laced chocolate candies and peppery spices, and very little briar or bramble. This is great California Zinfandel.",Grand Reserve Antique Vines,16,90,California,California Other,Napa-Amador,Villa Mt. Eden 2003 Grand Reserve Antique Vines Zinfandel (Napa-Amador),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2003-grand-reserve-antique-vines-zinfandel-other-napa-amador/,Zinfandel,2003,Villa Mt. Eden
12.4,Sparkling,US,"With a dash of Chardonnay added for brightness, this Pinot Noir-based sparkler sure is rich and complex. It's fierce in fine little bubbles, with long, deep flavors that are just a teensy bit sweet in dosage, but very high acidity balances that right out. The wine has a certain roughness that should melt away with three to five years of bottle age.",Blanc de Noirs,32,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2002 Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2002-blanc-noirs-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Schramsberg
,Red,US,"Very young and pretty tannic now with a mouth-numbing astringency, so you don't want to pop that cork tonight. But give it time. There's a deep, molten core of blackberry fruit, and the wine is dry and balanced. Should soften by 2009 and hold, if not improved, for another ten years.",Perspective,48,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Tres Sabores 2003 Perspective Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-sabores-2003-perspective-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tres Sabores
14.2,Red,US,"If you know those Argentine Malbecs, you know what you're in for. This is a dark, huge, tannic, explosive red wine, with massive blackberry and cherry, cocoa and sweet leather flavors. It's perfectly dry, but quite a bit softer than those from Argentina. Drink now with barbecued steak.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mosaic 2004 Malbec (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosaic-2004-malbec-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Malbec,2004,Mosaic
,Red,France,"A big, bold wine, from the biodynamically run Cazes domaine, packed with firm but ripe tannins and black, dense fruits. There is structure, intensity and aging potential to this wine. It pairs with a lighter wine, called, inevitably, Ego.",Alter,25,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine Cazes 2000 Alter Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cazes-2000-alter-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine Cazes
14.3,Red,US,"With a lighter structure than Cabernet Sauvignon and flavors veering toward cherries rather than black currants, this fine wine is deliciously drinkable now. It has the authority of Napa Valley in the elegant, refined tannins. Great with broiled steak.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2003 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2003-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Girard
17.1,Red,US,"Winner, darkest wine of the year! Winner, highest alcohol table wine of the year! At 17.1%, the wine is incredibly rich, with massive cherry liqueur, cassis, fudgy chocolate and sweet licorice flavors. Hard to know how to deal with something like this, except to say it's really good at what it is.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Gelfand 2004 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gelfand-2004-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2004,Gelfand
15.9,Red,US,"Almost dessert in a glass, so rich and chocolaty, with such powerful baked blackberry and cherry pie flavors, and a gooey, honeyed softness. Just look at those glycerine stains. The wine may have some residual sugar, but it's dry enough to wash down the best steak you can grill.",Hampton Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2003 Hampton Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2003-hampton-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Epiphany
14.4,White,US,"Lots of fancy footwork in this single-vineyard Chard. Really pleases with its deft arrangement of fine, toasty oak, ripe tropical fruit, creamy lees and refreshing acids. Displays poise and finesse, from a producer with long experience working with this vineyard.",Robert Young Vineyard,25,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2004 Robert Young Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2004-robert-young-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Chateau St. Jean
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is one of the reddest BdNs I've ever seen, and the wine is correspondingly full-bodied and varietally rich. It shows frank strawberry and raspberry flavors, yet maintains a dry elegance and even a light silkiness. Should be fabulous with Ahi tuna, especially tartare.",Blanc de Noir,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cottonwood Canyon 2001 Blanc de Noir Sparkling (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottonwood-canyon-2001-blanc-noir-sparkling-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Cottonwood Canyon
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Expensive, yes, but aims high and largely succeeds in finesse and elegance. Drinks long, smooth and rich, with layers of citrus, vanilla, lees, toasted coconut and smoky wood that finish complex. This is the first sparkling wine from this winery I've tasted, and it's a quite impressive.",Blanc de Blanc,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cottonwood Canyon 2000 Blanc de Blanc Sparkling (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottonwood-canyon-2000-blanc-blanc-sparkling-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Cottonwood Canyon
,Red,France,"Densely structured and packed with great ripe fruits, this is a fine wine dominated by black fruit. From the 190-acre estate owned by the Valentin and Durand families, it has solidity, depth and some acidity. The finish is minty and herbal, with a hint of bitter chocolate.",Grande Cuvée Pic Saint-Loup,30,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Lancyre 2003 Grande Cuvée Pic Saint-Loup Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lancyre-2003-grande-cuvee-pic-saint-loup-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château de Lancyre
,Red,Australia,"Perennially one of Australia's best Merlots, the 2004 version “shows the cool season,” according to winemaker Roman Bratasiuk. Dried herbs and tobacco blend into pepper and cassis flavors. The tannins are supple, gradually fading on the finish into a smooth stream of mocha. Drink now–2012.",Brookman,60,90,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Brookman Merlot (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-brookman-merlot-clarendon/,Merlot,2004,Clarendon Hills
13.9,Red,US,"There aren't lots of Cabs coming off this mountain but it's a pretty good guarantee of quality. This is a tannic young wine, rather dry and astringent now, but it has a huge core of molten cherry and blackberry fruit, with enough balance for the long haul. Hold until 2009, then drink for the next six years or so.",,86,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Atlas Peak 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Atlas Peak
,Red,US,"Champoux comes out tops in the '04 vintage for Andrew Will. This wine has the stuffing missing from the rest, with tight, chewy young fruit that has good weight and extract. There's a hint of dried wild herb and the stiff tannins that often mark this vineyard's wines.",Champoux Vineyard Red Wine,56,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Andrew Will 2004 Champoux Vineyard Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2004-champoux-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Andrew Will
,Red,US,"The Alder Ridge vineyard supplied the fruit, and the blend includes 10% Malbec—“just for fun,” says the winemaker. This is sure to be a crowd pleaser, showing off the smooth and sappy side of Cab Franc. Delicious from the get-go, it manages its tannins perfectly and puts the fruit in the driver's seat.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Andrew Rich 2004 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-rich-2004-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Andrew Rich
14.8,Red,US,"Wonderful Merlot, rich and complex, with the classy mouthfeel that Napa provides so effortlessly. You might mistake it for a valley floor Cabernet for the new oak-infused blackberry, cherry and cocoa flavors and soft, immediate appeal. The tannins are there, but they're melted, sweet and gentle. Drink now.",,70,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Blackbird Vineyards 2003 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2003-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2003,Blackbird Vineyards
14.9,White,US,"Some people will think this is too oaky, but I like that buttered toast and caramelized, butterscotchy vanilla, especially when it's married to a wine with this powerful fruit and acidity. Pineapple, mango, nectarine and cinnamon spice flavors lead to a long, rich finish on this satisfying, creamy wine.",Arroyo Vista Vineyard,25,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2004 Arroyo Vista Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2004-arroyo-vista-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2004,J. Lohr
,Red,US,"The clever blend adds 8% Malbec and 8% Petit Verdot; both grapes boost the tannin and color and give the wine a meatiness lacking in most domestic Merlots. The Merlot part ain't shabby either: broad, rich strokes of plum and cherry fruit, saturated in barrel-infused layers of smoke, baking chocolate and espresso. The sweet cherry in the center gives the wine a chocolate bon-bon character, and the finish, with a bit of liquorous heat, suggests that it will drink at its best in the near term.",,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,J. Bookwalter
12.5,Port/Sherry,US,"The vintage was a cool one, and the wine shows an acidic, fairly lean profile that is sleekly elegant. It has subtle freshly baked bread and citrus flavors, with an edge of creamy kiwi and lime. The dosage gives it a honeyed, but dry, finish.",Blanc de Blancs,34,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1998 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1998-blanc-blancs-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1998,Iron Horse
,White,US,"Fans of the winery's “Barrel Fermented” Sémillons, note—this is the one, but that term has been dropped from the label. It's now about 15% new oak, down from 40% in past years. Fourteen percent Sauvignon Blanc is in the blend. It's a very clean, very fresh style; perhaps a bit less creamy and rich than the last couple of years, but absolutely delicious. Consistent flavors of nettle, lime, grapefruit and melon; lovely balance and a bit of heat in the finish.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2005 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2005-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2005,L'Ecole No. 41
14.9,Red,US,"Really good Cab here, a blend of mountain and foothills fruit that captures Napa's elegant intensity. It's a fully dry, balanced wine, with hefty, sticky tannins yet an immediate approachability of blackberry and Chinese plum sauce flavors and a rich, chocolaty finish. Good now and over the next ten years.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ladera 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ladera-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ladera
14.2,Red,US,"Smells and tastes sharp, but this acidity is expressed in sweet peppermint and wintergreen that adds a piquant, tart touch to the cherry and cocoa flavors. This is a really lovely Pinot, velvety, elegant and balanced, a wine that some other producers would charge far more for.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,La Rochelle 2003 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2003,La Rochelle
14.4,Red,US,"I like this Merlot for its full-bodied richness and depth of flavor. It's so much better than the '02. With 15% Cabernet, it's almost a full point higher in alcohol than the winery's Bliss Merlot, and it shows in the opulent, fat blackberry, blueberry and cassis flavors.",Riserva d'Argento,34,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2003 Riserva d'Argento Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2003-riserva-dargento-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2003,Brutocao
14.5,White,US,"Shows Viognier's exotic character in the intense floral and tropical fruit and Asian spice notes, a complex mélange of flavors wrapped into a rich texture. Balanced with fine acidity and dryness, this racy white wine doesn't have much oak, which makes the fruit deliciously transparent.",,29,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Vixen 2005 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vixen-2005-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2005,Vixen
14.1,Red,US,"Drinkable now for its richness, smooth texture and exuberant fruit, although there's a firm tannic structure to play off a smoky grilled steak or chop. Blackberries, black cherries, mocha, toasty oak and a hint of worn leather make this Syrah complex.",Harmony,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Vixen 2004 Harmony Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vixen-2004-harmony-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Vixen
14,White,Australia,"Despite what seems like a soft, easy finish, this wine could use another year or two in the cellar to allow better integration of oak and fruit. Right now, the vanilla notes are a little too obvious, sitting atop a wine of considerable substance. Marked by deep plum and mixed berry fruit, this is an impressive effort that should age at least 8–10 years.",Stonewell,75,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 1999 Stonewell Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-1999-stonewell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,1999,Peter Lehmann
,White,US,"This Viognier seems much more balanced than previous vintages, and though it packs a lot of fruit power into its mid-palate, the flavor details are what elevate it into the 90-point range. Spice, rind, pear skin and even a whiff of fresh cut tobacco can be found in the lovely bouquet. The fruit suggests white peach and citrus, and the finish never becomes hot or clumsy.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea 2005 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Viognier (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2005-ciel-cheval-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Viognier,2005,McCrea
14.9,Red,US,"Blended with some Petite Sirah, this Zin is enormously rich in wild berry, coffee, tobacco and spice flavors, with a honey-ripe sweetness, but it's dry. A little oak adds a pleasant vanilla and caramel richness.",Old Vine,28,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Puccioni 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puccioni-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Puccioni
13,White,South Africa,"A sweet palate entry and rich, ripe tropical fruit flavors say “sweet,” but this wine is dry and balanced. Notes of ginger and petrol grace the otherwise fruity nose, and there's lime on the palate, but it stays shy of tart through the long, rich, lime-laden finish.",,22,90,Coastal Region,,,Plaisir De Merle 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plaisir-merle-2005-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Plaisir De Merle
14.5,Red,US,"Starts off very oaky, with masses of sweet buttery char, crème brûlée and vanilla notes. What's under all that? Delicious blackberry pie filling and polished cherry cola. Drinks voluptuously smooth, soft and slightly sweet. Best now and for a couple of years.",Tietjen Vineyard,45,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Monticello Vineyards 2003 Tietjen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2003-tietjen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Monticello Vineyards
15.5,Red,US,"Beautiful Zin, lush and decadent and heady. Hits you with the most wonderfully ripe chocolate, blackberry and cherry marmalade, licorice and spice flavors that are so rich, they would be gooey without the balancing acids and tannins. Drink this wine with the richest possible fare, like short ribs of beef.",Tre Torrente Vineyard,34,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 2004 Tre Torrente Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2004-tre-torrente-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Armida
14.5,Red,US,"From the Napa side of the appellation comes this dry, young Pinot Noir. The acids, tannins and new oak show now, and also the intensely ripe cherry fruit, with all the parts jockeying for position. Needs time to knit together. Best after 2007, and through 2011 before it loses fruit.",Beckstoffer Las Amigas Vineyard,60,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 2004 Beckstoffer Las Amigas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2004-beckstoffer-las-amigas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Acacia
,Red,US,"This rich, ripe wine, sourced from top vineyards such as Klipsun, Stillwater Creek and Conner Lee, really knocks your socks off. The substantial blackberry and black cherry fruit carries unusual weight, and the tannins and barrel time give the wine layers of toast and smoke.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Arbor Crest
12.5,Dessert,US,"This is a great price for a dessert wine of this deliciousness. It's all apricot jam, honeysuckle and vanilla spice, and tastes botrytisy too, with a richly honeyed mouthfeel. Brings to mind sipping in a summer flower garden.",Late Harvest,15,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aquinas 2005 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquinas-2005-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Aquinas
13.5,Red,Spain,"Very nice from head to toe. The nose breathes leather, tobacco, berry fruit and spice, while the palate offers evolved, top-tier plum and cherry flavors. Exotic and concentrated, with hints of licorice. Pretty big and rich, but also quite well made.",Selección Crianza,18,90,Levante,Jumilla,,Alceño 2003 Selección Crianza Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alceno-2003-seleccion-crianza-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2003,Alceño
14.4,White,US,"Take Keller's unoaked Chard, add some well-toasted new French oak, and you get this rich version. The oak stars, putting out buttered toast, crème brûlée and vanilla spice flavors. Down under all that is a wealth of tropical fruit, peach and green apple flavors.",La Cruz Vineyard,29,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2004 La Cruz Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2004-cruz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Keller Estate
14.2,Red,US,"Owner/winemaker Oded Shakked was until recently the longtime winemaker at J Wine Co. Now he's doing his own thing, and this is his personal vineyard, in prime Pinot Noir country along Westside Road. The wine is softly opulent in blueberry, blackberry and coffee flavors, with a melted chocolate richness balanced by rich, ripe tannins. Drink now.",Dakine Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2003 Dakine Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2003-dakine-vineyard-syrah-russian-river-valley-61544/,Syrah,2003,Longboard
12,Sparkling,France,"A nice straw/pale yellow color, the nose on this wine is subdued, with hints of grain, lime and slate, but the palate perks up with plenty of citrus flavor leaning toward lime. Balanced, with a smooth feel and tiny bubbles, this delicious sparkler will instigate caviar dreams.",Brut,18,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Léonce Bocquet 2004 Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonce-bocquet-2004-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Léonce Bocquet
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Laetitia is one of the best table wine producers in the appellation, and it's no surprise this Chardonnay-Pinot Blanc blend is so good. It's complex, with rich lemon zest, yeasty brioche and peach-vanilla cream flavors that finish dry and long. Will benefit from a little bottle age to take the edge off.",Brut de Blancs,25,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2003 Brut de Blancs Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2003-brut-blancs-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Laetitia
12.4,Sparkling,US,"This polished bubbly hits the palate with a blast of fizzy acidity, then settles down to deliver rich, subtle peach, strawberry, vanilla and smoky, doughy flavors. It's a dry wine, but you can taste the dosage. All the parts haven't come together yet. Age this copper-colored beauty for four or five years.",Brut Rosé,39,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2003 Brut Rosé Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2003-brut-rose-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Schramsberg
14.5,Red,US,"This impressive young mountain Cab follows Cuvaison's very fine '02. It's dense and classically structured, showing well-ripened blackberry, cassis and chocolate flavors and firm, hard tannins. Seems sweeter and softer than the '02; maybe not as ageable, but a fancy Cab.",,38,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Cuvaison 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Cuvaison
,Sparkling,France,"This is without question a food Champagne. Toasty on the nose and powerful and full bodied on the palate, it is rich with sweet strawberries and just a touch of toast.",Cuvée des Caudalies Grand Cru Brut Rosé,120,90,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Cuvée des Caudalies Grand Cru Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-cuvee-caudalies-grand-cru-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Sousa & Fils
14.2,Red,US,"How tasty this fresh wine is. It's all about cherries and raspberries, with overtones of chocolate, vanilla, sweet licorice and pepper. Yet the wine is thoroughly dry, and balanced with rich acidity. It's not only delicious, it's complex. Contains a little Malbec, which brings body.",,16,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,David Girard 2004 Grenache (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-girard-2004-grenache-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Grenache,2004,David Girard
13.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Schild Estate seems to have found its stride in 2004, fashioning a solid lineup of wines across the board. This inky purple sparkler bursts from the glass with assertive blackberry and blueberry fruit, but it's accented by vanilla, cinnamon and crushed pepper, giving it uncommon complexity. Finishes long and powerful, framed by soft tannins.",Sparkling,24,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2004 Sparkling Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2004-sparkling-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2004,Schild Estate
14.7,White,US,"The winery must have held this back this long to let the acidity soften, but it's still a crisp Chardonnay. A big one, too, packed with tropical fruit, roasted coconut, creamy lees, steely mineral and new oak flavors. Give it until 2007 to resolve itself.",Sleepy Hollow,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2003 Sleepy Hollow Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2003-sleepy-hollow-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2003,Talbott
,Red,New Zealand,"TK's top Pinot is impressively dark, a result of the season's low yields. The alcohol is only 12.6%, giving it a rather Burgundian feel, while the flavors run toward dried spices, mushroom and plum, with youthful tannins and crisp acidity. Cellar through 2008.",John Martin Reserve,42,90,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2005 John Martin Reserve Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2005-john-martin-reserve-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Te Kairanga
14.5,Red,US,"At this price, this is a relative value from Tantara, offering much of the complexity of the single-vineyard bottlings. It's a dry, crisp wine, with masses of cherry, cola, cinnamon spice and vanilla flavors in a silky, elegant body.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
14.7,Red,US,"A bit tough and gritty in tannins now, although a charbroiled steak will engage it. The wine is powerful in cherry, black raspberry and mocha flavors that melt into the palate and last for a long time. It's dry, and despite the power, there's a silky elegance. Hold through 2006, then drink within five years.",Dierberg Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2004 Dierberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-dierberg-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
13.8,Red,US,"This is classic Green Valley Pinot, with cool-climate acidity and a firm, almost mineral cleanliness in youth. Elegant, refined and ultradry, it should be aged, to let it soften and allow the cherry fruit to express itself. Best 2007–2010.",Estate,35,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2004 Estate Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2004-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Iron Horse
14.2,White,US,"At four-plus years, the wine is hanging in there, maintaining fruit and freshness and picking up some aged, dried pineapple and peach character. It's an interesting wine, picking up textural complexities, but needs to be drunk soon.",Reserve,28,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mosaic 2002 Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosaic-2002-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Mosaic
14.1,Rose,US,"Pretty expensive for a rosé, but it's a seriously good, crisp wine from a premier Pinot producer. It features elegant strawberry, rose petal, tea and dried herb flavors that change with every sip. A dash of Syrah seems to add body and richness.",Vin Gris of Pinot Noir,24,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2005 Vin Gris of Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2005-vin-gris-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Lynmar
,White,US,"This is a lovely Roussanne, a white Rhône grape that is only beginning to be planted in Washington vineyards. This fruit comes from Alder Ridge and Ciel du Cheval, and the wine delivers creamy, rich flavors without becoming syrupy or overripe. Fresh, leesy, palate-cleaning acids keep it lively and lifted through the extended finish.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Andrew Rich 2004 Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-rich-2004-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Roussanne,2004,Andrew Rich
,Red,Argentina,"A lovely, crisp-styled Malbec (with 10% Merlot) that does the Río Negro region of Patagonia proud. A Lisa is in its inaugural vintage, and the wine boasts toast, mineral and black fruit both on the nose and in the mouth. Not exactly streamlined but tighter than most Malbecs. Drink now into 2008.",A Lisa,24,90,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2005 A Lisa Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2005-a-lisa-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2005,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia
12.5,Red,Spain,"Very colorful and properly ripe, with lush berry aromas backed by coffee notes. The palate is lush and balanced, with deep blueberry, black cherry and cola notes. A truly committed wine with a smooth, unctuous finish as the final chapter.",,15,90,Levante,Jumilla,,Alceño 2004 Syrah (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alceno-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-jumilla/,Syrah,2004,Alceño
,Red,US,"Firm, meaty and substantial; this is sharply defined, tart and racy; the fruit is polished and aromatic. There is a clear, clean through-line to the wine, with a citric edge and a hint of iodine; it's persistent and clean, but at first just a bit simple in the finish. On the second day it firms up and fleshes out nicely.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Abeja 2003 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Abeja
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This Shiraz has a vibrant purple hue and aromas of cassis, dark berries, leather and grilled meats. Nicely balanced, with acidity playing counterpoint to sweet tannins, the wine offers cassis and black fruit flavors with hints of lemon and leather. Picks up coffee notes on the impressively long finish.",,29,90,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2004 Shiraz (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-cederberg/,Shiraz,2004,Cederberg
,Red,France,"Pascale is married to Ghislain Calvel, and together they run this domaine in the central Corbières. This blend of Carignan, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre is dark in color, but offers fine perfumes, with soft tannins and great black berry flavors. It would be worth aging this for another year.",Cuvée Pascale,,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Domaine Calvel 2004 Cuvée Pascale Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-calvel-2004-cuvee-pascale-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Calvel
13.9,Red,US,"The thing about Dry Creek Cabs like this is how wonderfully approachable they are at an early age. It's a soft, gentle wine, immaculately rich in pie-filling flavors of blackberries, cherries, cocoa and vanilla wafer, ending in a swirl of dusty spices. Just really fun to drink.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fritz
,White,US,"Rich and full bodied, this is a tremendously ripe Chardonnay that explodes with peach custard, orange popsicle, pineapple, crème brûlée and cinnamon spice flavors, leading to a long, fruity finish.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2005 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Valley of the Moon
12,White,Spain,"Fairly agile, floral and friendly, with precise peach, nectarine and citrus flavors. With its easy personality and good mouthfeel, this is what you're looking for in a solid, everyday white wine.",,16,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Essencia Vendima 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/essencia-vendima-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Essencia Vendima
14,Red,Spain,"A touch heavy, but not nearly as weighty and syrupy as this winery's '03 Excelencia. At 14%, it's a bit raisiny and blustery, but the dark plum and coffee flavors do manage to please. And the finish is full of chocolate and fudge-like residue. Big but fun; ready to be drunk now.",El Albar,20,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,J. & F. Lurton 2003 El Albar  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2003-el-albar-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,J. & F. Lurton
13.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Vanilla, melon, stone fruit, honeysuckle and lemon pie characterize this bottle-fermented (metodo classico), Pinot Noir-based sparkling wine. Rich and persuasive in the mouth thanks to two years of bottle aging on the lees, it makes an excellent alternative to Champagne.",Metodo Classico,37,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Castello di Neive 2001 Metodo Classico Pinot Nero (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2001-metodo-classico-pinot-noir-nero-piedmont/,Pinot Nero,2001,Castello di Neive
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Pinot Noir-based cavas are touchy; sometimes they take on a rough, peppery personality that some might find offputting. This wine does that, but only to an extent. The nose pushes peach pit and campfire aromas, while the palate features dry fruits like papaya and melon, but with cinnamon and pepper shadings. Good mouthfeel and well made, but the flavors and aromas require some getting used to.",Brut,14,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Codorníu NV Brut Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codorniu-nv-brut-pinot-noir-cava-57175/,Pinot Noir,,Codorníu
13.5,White,US,"There's no oak to give fans their daily dose of buttered toast and vanilla. But there is plenty of pure, unadulterated fruit—apricots and peaches to be exact. It's a rich, spicy wine that advances the argument for no-oak Chard.",Estate Oak Free,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2005 Estate Oak Free Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2005-estate-oak-free-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,St. Supéry
,Red,France,"Good ripe blackberry fruit flavors, ripe tannins and a dense structure mark this wine, which is packed with young fruit. A fine food accompaniment, especially for a barbecue. Not imported.",Cabernet Sauvignon,8,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine des Oliviers 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-oliviers-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Domaine des Oliviers
14,Red,Spain,"Brick colored, with a baked, spicy nose that is true Rioja in that it also pushes Sherry, raisin and cinnamon notes. Fairly dry, acidic and zesty in the mouth, with cherry and cola flavors. Forceful acidity keeps it moving along. Needs food to absorb that acid.",Reserva,18,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Labastida 1999 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-labastida-1999-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,Castillo Labastida
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Very fragrant and fresh, this fizzy wine is redolent of melon, honey and loads of mature peach. It has a particularly creamy mouthfeel yet is light and delicate in all respects.",I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano,20,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Ceretto 2005 I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2005-i-vignaioli-santo-stefano-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2005,Ceretto
14.1,White,US,"This is a fancy Sauvignon Blanc. The underlying wine is cool-climate balanced, with ripe, very dry fig, citrus, green melon and paprika-spice flavors backed up with firm acids. On top of that is a layer of sweet, smoky oak and the creamy smoothness of sur lies aging.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Star Lane Vineyard 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Star Lane Vineyard
14.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the inland eastern part of the valley, and this is a warm-climate Syrah, lush and frankly delicious. A dry wine, it fills the mouth with ripe blackberry, cherry, herb and peppery spice flavors. The tannins are soft but intricate.",,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Star Lane Vineyard 2003 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2003,Star Lane Vineyard
14.5,Red,US,"Bold and direct, this wine appeals for its fruity flavors and dry balance. Blackberry pie, olive tapenade, roasted coffee bean and smoky oak aromas and flavors lead to a tannic midpalate and finish. Will benefit from moderate aging through 2010.",,50,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Round Pond 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-pond-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Round Pond
15.1,Red,US,"Although this is a very good wine, it's one of the least of Tan tara's current single-vineyard Pinots. A victim of excessive sweetness, which may be from high alcohol, everything in it seems thrown off, hot. The flavors, though, are delicious, a mélange of cherry, blueberry and blackberry pie filling.",Rio Vista Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Tantara 2004 Rio Vista Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-rio-vista-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
13.5,Red,Spain,"Generally speaking, this wine is nicely balanced and a bit less over the top than most 2003s. The nose shows mint, fresh herbs, graphite and berry aromas. The palate is juicy, not dull or heavy, with black cherry and dark plum flavors. Finishes almost crisp, with a shot of balancing acidity.",,17,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Tres Lunas 2003  Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-lunas-2003-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2003,Tres Lunas
15.1,Red,US,"Pet fans will like the volume of this wine. It's black as ink and immensely tannic and fruity, more of a food group than a wine. Chew on it, and you'll discover humongous depths of ripe cherries, blackberries, licorice, cocoa and sweet oak. Nothing subtle here.",,18,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Trentadue 2004 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2004-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2004,Trentadue
15.2,Red,US,"Kent Rosenblum readily concedes some of his reds have residual sugar, and I'm certain this one does. Yet lots of people like these wines, with their chocolaty, blackberry and blueberry pie filling, toffee and caramelly oak flavors. This one will please Rosenblum's many fans.",Hillside Vineyards,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rosenblum 2004 Hillside Vineyards Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-hillside-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2004,Rosenblum
14,Red,South Africa,"“Classic” means Bordeaux in this case, with four of the varieties included (65% Cabernet, 26% Merlot and the rest Malbec and Petit Verdot). Shows a lot of leather on the nose, with dark plummy fruit underneath, while the palate is extracted, showing a full body, good acid and plenty of fine tannins. Dark berry flavors, almost charred, cover cherry flavors.",Classic,20,87,Simonsberg-Paarl,,,Vrede en Lust 2003 Classic Red (Simonsberg-Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vrede-en-lust-2003-classic-simonsberg-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Vrede en Lust
,White,France,"A deliciously poised wine, layered with the honey flavors of malolactic fermentation, giving soft, open acidity and white nectarine flavors. It's a wine with the softness of ripe Chardonnay and the lightness and freshness that comes from cool-climate western Loire vineyards. Drink this holiday season, it will go great with the turkey.",,8,87,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Domaine du Bernier 2005 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bernier-2005-chardonnay-vin-pays-jardin/,Chardonnay,2005,Domaine du Bernier
,Red,US,"Firm and slightly chalky, this features light plum, blueberry and mocha components. There's a hint of soapiness, and some herbal roughness in the finish. 150,000 cases.",Grand Estates,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-grand-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Columbia Crest
,Red,France,"Relatively rich for a Bordeaux from the 2003 vintage, this wine has flavors of prunes, vanilla, and red fruit, with good acidity. There is a hint of wood both in tannins and the flavor, but it relies for its success on the attractive, layered fruits. “Mascaron” refers to the seal engraved in the glass of the bottle.",Mascaron,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Ginestet 2003 Mascaron  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2003-mascaron-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Ginestet
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Consistency at a good price is what this textbook cava is all about. The bouquet offers your basic fruit-cocktail aromas, while the palate is sort of plump as it pours on the nectarine and ripe peach flavors. Easygoing, with some weight and roundness.",Carta Nevada Brut,9,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-brut-sparkling-cava-63339/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
14.1,Red,US,"A bit closed now, locked down by stubborn tannins and a slight mustiness, but it's a very good wine that should begin to open in a few years. It's got rich black cherry, currant and herb flavors. Best after 2008.",Sycamore Vineyards,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2002 Sycamore Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2002-sycamore-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Freemark Abbey
13,White,South Africa,"A wine that comes together with all the right parts: freshly crushed gooseberry aromas, tropical fruit, gooseberry and mineral flavors and an elegant yet powerful feel that is finely balanced. Simple and effective.",,19,87,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2005-sauvignon-blanc-cederberg/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Cederberg
14.7,White,US,"Green grass, hay, gooseberry, juniper berry, alfalfa, grapefruit, lime, you get the idea. It's a complex wine. Zestily acidic and clean, it will get the tastebuds going.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,24,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2005 Ghielmetti Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2005-ghielmetti-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Steven Kent
14,Red,Chile,"The bouquet is basically a sweet berry blend with touches of char and heat. The palate offers good core fruit and a sturdy structure. Full tannins and some oaky vanilla and coconut notes show up on the finish. Nice for Cab Franc, especially Chilean Cab Franc.",Single Vineyard Reserve,17,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Single Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-single-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-franc-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Valdivieso
14,Red,Spain,"Sweet and spicy stuff, with plenty of oak-based coconut and butter on the nose. In the mouth, it's quite saturated and flush, with overt plum, blackberry and wood resin notes. A big, modern wine that's a bit oafish but also rather easy to drink.",Agnus Crianza,25,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valdelana 2003 Agnus Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelana-2003-agnus-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Valdelana
,Red,France,"A branded Saint-Emilion from the local cooperative, one of the best in Bordeaux. The label is designed to please—bright yellow with a smiling face, so different from the average Bordeaux label. And the wine is also designed to be a crowd puller—soft, open Merlot with very ripe tannins and richness rather than dryness.",Emilio,10,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Union de Producteurs de Saint-Emilion 2005 Emilio  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/union-producteurs-saint-emilion-2005-emilio-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Union de Producteurs de Saint-Emilion
,White,US,"Off dry, with flesh and fresh fruit sweetness. Fruit mixes pear, honeydew and sweet citrus.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2005 Chenin Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2005-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Willow Crest
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Pinot Noir has given this bubbly a full-bodied richness that smacks of red cherries. It's a dry wine, a little sharp and angular, but maintains a distinguished creamy mouthfeel.",Blanc de Noirs,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-sonoma-county-61748/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
14.5,Red,US,"Pretty good for the price, with real upscale Napa character. Rich and dry in blackberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors, the wine has a polish and elegance that make it a good buy. Gets better as it airs, so decant for an hour or so.",,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Irony 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Irony
13.9,Red,US,"An interesting wine. It has a certain rustically tannic mouthfeel. Part of the attraction is the fruit, deeply massive in blackberries and coffee, and part is the fine dry finish. Cries out for gorgeous, well-charred lamb chops.",Reserve,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2003 Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2003-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,Castoro Cellars
13.2,Red,US,"This is an old-style wine: it's the kind of Cabernet that made Cabernet famous in California. It's a dry, ruggedly tannic wine, filled with rewarding blackberry, coffee, herb and spice flavors, and finishes with balance and a certain polish.",,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Brutocao
13.9,Red,US,"Here's an extremely ripe wine brimming with cherry and black raspberry jam flavors and an edge of coffee and cocoa. The bigness is balanced by rich, finely-ground tannins and firm acidity, which makes it all bright and clean. At its best now, it's a versatile food wine.",,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2004 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2004-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2004,Bonterra
,Red,Spain,"A wave of pleasant but light cherry, blackberry and sage offers a powerful but not overpowering opening. The palate is juicy and fresh, with controlled cherry and a touch of buttered toast. Round and medium in size on the finish, with solid but correct tannins.",Crianza,16,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Salceda 2002 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-salceda-2002-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2002,Viña Salceda
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Light lemon-lime and slight mineral aromas lead to standard apple, lime and orange-zest flavors. It's refreshing, easygoing, totally as expected and not the least bit disappointing, which is really what you're looking for from $10 Prosecco.",Brio,10,87,Veneto,Prosecco del Veneto,,Folonari NV Brio  (Prosecco del Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folonari-nv-brio-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-del/,Prosecco,,Folonari
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Smooth and chummy, with a light but fragrant nose featuring the slightest hint of yeast. Tasty in the mouth, with clean flavors of apple and mineral. A secure, long-on-the-finish bubbly with a good mouthfeel and more than adequate density.",Cuvée Lounge,10,87,Veneto,Prosecco,,Astoria NV Cuvée Lounge  (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-nv-cuvee-lounge-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco/,Prosecco,,Astoria
14.1,Red,US,"Here's something good and different. This wine shows exuberant wild berry and cassis flavors, like fruit plucked from thorny bushes at the height of juicy ripeness. The fresh acidity and dusty tannins call out for olive oil, butter, cheese, meats or poultry.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2004 Carignane (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2004-carignan-carignane-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Carignane,2004,Alderbrook
13.7,Red,Spain,"Bulky and a bit stewy, but still balanced enough to earn its positive points. The palate is ripe and sweet, as it oozes with black fruit. Some might call it a touch chunky, but for the most part this blend of Monastrell, Tempranillo and Syrah registers as a highly pleasurable red.",Tinto,10,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Alceño 2005 Tinto Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alceno-2005-tinto-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2005,Alceño
,Red,Argentina,"Slightly rugged at first, with strong scents of leather, earth and subdued dark fruit. The palate is classic Malbec: soft, chewy and medium in depth. Not terribly complex or long on the finish, but satisfying.",Malma,10,87,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2004 Malma Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2004-malma-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2004,Bodega NQN
,Red,France,"A classic blend of southern Rhône grapes—Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault and Carignan—this reflects the hot 2003 vintage but still manages to keep some restraint. The tannins hold the juicy, red berry fruit flavors together, while dry wood notes add complexity.",Grande Réserve,,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Beauchêne 2003 Grande Réserve Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauchene-2003-grande-reserve-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château Beauchêne
13.4,White,US,"Napa Gewürz is a rare bird these days, especially an estate bottling from a winery as fine as Cosentino. The wine is worth the investment for the streamlined, Alsatian-style purity of its spicy fruit and flower flavors, and crisp acidity.",,22,87,California,Napa,Yountville,Cosentino 2004 Gewürztraminer (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2004-gewurztraminer-napa-yountville/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Cosentino
14,White,South Africa,"All the Brampton wines have a focus on fruit that makes them instantly appealing. This Chardonnay, unoaked to retain the fruit flavors, shows ample apple and tropical pineapple on the nose and palate. Good acidity give it a light feel, and the finish is clean.",Unoaked,10,87,Coastal Region,,,Brampton 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2005,Brampton
11.5,White,Greece,"Boutari seems to make lip-smacking wine with ease, like this dry, minerally white. Aromas of citrus, peach and even spice presage intense citrus flavors with tropical fruit accents. Simply delicious.",,17,87,Mantinia,,,Boutari 2005 Moschofilero (Mantinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2005-greek-white-moschofilero-mantinia/,Moschofilero,2005,Boutari
14.2,Red,US,"This is one of Jess Jackson's small-production wines. The vineyards are way up in the Mayacamas range separating Alexander Valley and Napa Valley, which explains the multi-county appellation. Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the wine is very dry and very tannic—too young to drink now. It should soften, but lacks the stuffing for the long haul.",,40,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Archipel 2002 Red (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archipel-2002-red-napa-sonoma-napa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Archipel
,White,US,"This rich and full-bodied Sauvignon Blanc is made in a soft, open, fruity and fairly sweet style. It's bound to have plenty of consumer appeal, especially at this price. It delivers a lot of body and sweet fruit flavor, with none of the vegetal or grassy flavors found in high acid versions of this grape.",,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2005-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Arbor Crest
13.5,Red,Australia,"Shows a bit of unintegrated oak on the nose—dry toast and vanilla notes stick out—but there's also a fair dose of blackberry fruit to go with it. In the mouth, the taut berry flavors continue to wear a dry, cedary veneer; give this another year to pull the disparate elements together.",,21,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Aramis 2003 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aramis-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,Aramis
,Red,Argentina,"This lighter-bodied blend has a lot in common with a good Côtes-du-Rhône. It's mildly spicy but also quite fruity; the nose exudes red-berry and cinnamon aromas, while the palate is warm and just slightly oaky. A nice bistro wine.",Picada 15,8,87,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2005 Picada 15 Red (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2005-picada-15-red-neuquen/,Red Blend,2005,Bodega NQN
14.5,White,US,"Few would hold a Chardonnay more than four years before release. Why does Josh Jensen? The acidity, apparently. His wines do start out on the tart side. Now, this one off the estate has passed its youth and is picking up that baked peach pie, coconut macaroon, dried autumn leaf thing. It's interesting, but drink fast before it slides into senescence.",,34,87,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2002 Chardonnay (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2002-chardonnay-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Chardonnay,2002,Calera
14.3,White,US,"Here's another great Sauvignon that displays Santa Ynez's ripe flavors, crisp acidity and polished mouthfeel. Bursts with citrus, melon, fig and spearmint flavors, with a fancy veneer of new French oak. Finishes clean and a little sweet.",,13,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brophy Clark 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Brophy Clark
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Hay, corn and buttered toast are the initial aromas, and soon after the wine settles into a pretty good groove. The palate is pure and sweet, with sticky, ripe fruit flavors that veer toward fruit cocktail and mango but never turn cloying. This wine handles its sugar like a pro.",Semi-Seco,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Castellblanch NV Semi-Seco Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellblanch-nv-semi-seco-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Castellblanch
14.4,Red,US,"I never much cared for Bordeaux wines from this coolish appellation. Now, with this new blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah and Viognier, Wattle Creek is trying the Northern Rhône, with success. The wine shows some rustic toughness, but there's a gorgeous core of cherry and blackberry fruit. A wine to watch.",The Triple Play Red Wine Blend,28,87,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2003 The Triple Play Red Wine Blend Red (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2003-triple-play-red-wine-blend-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Wattle Creek
13.5,White,US,"Sémillon brings a fat, oily richness, suggesting peaches, buttercups and cashews, while Sauvignon Blanc adds a refreshingly tart touch of lemongrass. The overall impression is of a rich, creamy, upscale, softly dry white wine.",Gemini,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2005 Gemini White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2005-gemini-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2005,Volker Eisele Family Estate
13.5,White,Chile,"A lot of oak greets you, while lemon and apple cider aromas dwell below the surface. The palate is fairly round and dominated by apple flavors touched up by wood-based cinnamon. Feels nice and has that creaminess that many folks are looking for. But 2004 is already an old vintage, so drink right away or wait for the '05.",Casa La Joya Gran Reserve,14,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2004 Casa La Joya Gran Reserve Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2004-casa-joya-gran-reserve-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Viña Bisquertt
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Instead of obvious fruit aromas, this extra dry sparker delivers graham cracker, nicely chiseled mineral tones, plus kiwi and stone fruit in smaller doses. Fuller and thicker in the mouth with a touch of sweetness, it could pair well with spicy finger foods.",Extra Dry,15,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Villa Sandi
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"From a top-notch vintage in Hawke's Bay, Villa Maria's entry-level Bordeaux-style red is an undeniable success. It's slightly herbal, but manages to integrate that with ripe plum flavors and tobacco and cedar overtones. The silky, supple mouthfeel is a treat. Drink now.",Private Bin,15,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Villa Maria 2004 Private Bin Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2004-private-bin-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Villa Maria
,Red,US,"Tight and substantial, this is powered by black cherry fruit laced with smoke, charcoal and coffee liqueur. There is some light volatile aromas, and the fruit is somewhat generic, but hey, that's Merlot.",,19,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wilridge 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Wilridge
13.9,White,US,"Easy to ripen, hard to achieve balance and elegance. That's Viognier, and Iron Horse does one of the better jobs. That's because in addition to tropical fruit, citrus, flower and spicy flavors, the wine is very dry and acidic. In this case there's a bit of oak but just enough to add a touch of cream.",T-bar-T,24,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2005 T-bar-T Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-t-bar-t-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2005,Iron Horse
12.9,Sparkling,US,"All Chardonnay, this wine has a dry elegance that makes it taste really upscale. It shows subtle peach, bread dough, smoky char and vanilla flavors, and is quite acidic. Makes you think of wedding toasts.",Blanc de Blancs,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-de-blancs-sparkling-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
13.6,Red,US,"Dry and elegant, not really a rich wine, but a well-structured one. It has keen acids and dusty tannins that frame cola and root beer flavors. Give it a little decanting, since it's somewhat rigid right out of the bottle.",Jose S. Ferrer Selection,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2002 Jose S. Ferrer Selection Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2002-jose-s-selection-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2002,Gloria Ferrer
12,Sparkling,US,"A still-young wine with new oak aromas of buttered toast and caramel. A bit sharp in the mouth, but with plenty of baked apple, cinnamon and vanilla flavor. Finishes with a dash of apple cider.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,22,87,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet 2000 Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-2000-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-new-mexico/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Gruet
16,Red,US,"You can tell from the name that it's a mixture of (mainly) Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The wine is deeply colored, almost black, and stuffed with ripe black currant, chocolate and olive flavors enriched with sweet oak. It's a soft wine, but with firm tannins.",Cabyrah,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Gelfand 2004 Cabyrah Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gelfand-2004-cabyrah-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Gelfand
14.1,Red,US,"Very dry, made in a more restrained style for this very ripe vintage. Shows earthy, mushroomy fruit flavors overshadowed by pronounced acids and tannins. Seems designed for the cellar, and should blossom there. Give it until 2009 to begin to open.",Sycamore Vineyards,55,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2003 Sycamore Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2003-sycamore-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Freemark Abbey
14.5,Red,Australia,"Ultrasmooth, this is an easy-drinking rendition of Aussie Grenache that's not swamped by new oak. There's some vanilla, but it simply serves to support the red cherry and currant aromas and flavors. Hints of dill and mint keep it from being too confected, as does a mouthwatering tartness on the finish. Drink now.",III Associates Three Score & 10,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,McLaren Vale Premium Wines 2003 III Associates Three Score & 10 Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mclaren-vale-premium-wines-2003-iii-associates-three-score-10-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2003,McLaren Vale Premium Wines
13,Red,New Zealand,"Sturdy black cherry and cola notes anchor this fairly priced offering from Marlborough. It's a bit chunky, without Pinot's classic silky mouthfeel, but solid and dependable, picking up some menthol notes on the finish.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Mount Riley 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-riley-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Mount Riley
14,Red,South Africa,"There's a bit of a bubble gum quality to the full fruit flavors, but aside from that this wine shows lots of promise. Graham cracker spices up a fruity nose of cassis and crushed grapes, while the flavors are as purple as the color. A bit tart in acid with tannins on the chalky side.",,27,87,Wellington,,,Mischa 2004 Shiraz (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mischa-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-wellington/,Shiraz,2004,Mischa
14.3,Red,US,"Yes, the vintage is correct. Who else is releasing a 2001 Pinot in 2006? Yet it's a good wine, dry, clean and silky, with cherry pie, cola, rosehip tea and spice flavors. That Edna Valley acidity has preserved it well.",,41,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Orfila 2001 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Orfila
,Red,France,"Marie Gabrielle is a member of the latest generation of the Cazes family to run the large domaine of 400 acres in Roussillon. The blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre, aged only in large vats, is fresh, juicy and ready to drink. A fine wine for barbecue.",Marie Gabrielle,11,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Domaine Cazes 2003 Marie Gabrielle Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cazes-2003-marie-gabrielle-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Cazes
,Red,France,"One of a pair of blends of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre (the other is called Alter), this is soft, with fine red fruits, and a touch of wood. It is layered with red plums, acidity and ripe tannins.",Ego,16,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Domaine Cazes 2000 Ego Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cazes-2000-ego-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine Cazes
,Red,US,"Perhaps a bit bottle-shocked from its recent transportation, this Reserve Syrah resisted my attempts to pry open its fruit. Soft and pleasantly oaky, it hinted at cocoa and mocha over orange peel and blueberry fruit, but the fruit remained dumbed down and so the score must remain dumbed down as well.",Reserve,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2004 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Columbia Crest
15.1,Red,US,"How ripe the grapes got in this hot vintage. There's a sugary edge to the cherry, peppermint and smoky, new oaky vanilla flavors that makes the wine almost like a dessert pastry. Fortunately, those dependable Santa Lucia acids kick in to keep it from falling over the edge.",Garys' Vineyard,52,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tantara 2004 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
12,Rose,Greece,"This dry, vibrant wine has loads of cherry and strawberry flavors that nearly crunch in the mouth. A blend of Agiorgitiko and Moschofilero, two of Greece's most versatile grapes, this is best drunk young to retain its freshness. It should be a superb match for grilled fish and feta salad.",Zoë!,10,87,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2005 Zoë! Rosé (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2005-zoe-rose-peloponnese/,Rosé,2005,Skouras
12.5,White,Chile,"Bartlett pear, passion fruit and peach aromas get it going. The palate is sound and tropical, with common citrus and mild green notes. Finishes clean and fairly large, with plenty of citrus zest and an ample amount of lushness.",Aliwen Reserva,10,87,Central Valley,,,Undurraga 2006 Aliwen Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2006-aliwen-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Undurraga
13,White,New Zealand,"Saint Clair's entry-level Sauvignon is a flashy, fruit-driven wine with a touch of green that's keeping reams of peach and grapefruit reined in. Not quite as rich as the regular bottling, but the Vicar's Choice is a couple of bucks less expensive and still offers a characterful Sauvignon Blanc with a long, vibrant finish.",Vicar's Choice,14,87,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2006 Vicar's Choice Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2006-vicars-choice-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Saint Clair
13.5,White,US,"Here's a nice, cool-climate, long hangtime wine. The warm days coaxed citrusy, figgy, melon-rich flavors, while the cool nights preserved fresh acidity. The winemaker kept wood off, and finished the wine just a tiny bit sweet, but it's fundamentally dry. Very polished.",Estate,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Grove 2005 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-grove-2005-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Rutherford Grove
14.8,Red,US,"This hasn't been my favorite Testarossa Pinot, although it's a very good one. It's a big, ripe wine, possibly ageworthy, with exuberant cherry, raspberry and new oak flavors. It has a gritty tannin structure that contributes to a slightly rustic mouthfeel.",Brosseau Vineyard,54,87,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2004 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-brosseau-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2004,Testarossa
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Deep in color, falling somewhere between copper and red. The nose is forward as could be, with raspberry and a strong hint of orange blossom. Solid across the palate, with dry berry flavors and a powerful edge of pepper. Based on Pinot Noir; you can taste the essence of that variety at its core.",Aria Brut Rosé,12,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cava-63336/,Pinot Noir,,Segura Viudas
12.9,Sparkling,US,"Crisp and fruity, with pronounced peach, apple, quince and vanilla flavors that taste a little sweet, with a full dosage, but nicely offset by very high acidity. Finishes clean and doughy.",Blanc de Blancs,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 2002 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2002-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Schramsberg
15,Red,US,"Known for his Pinots and Chards, Rick Longoria tried hard with this red, even though Santa Barbara has struggled with Bordeaux. Wisely, Longoria bases the wine on Cabernet Franc and Merlot, which do better in cooler climates than Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is fine, rich and promising.",Evidence Red Wine,42,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2003 Evidence Red Wine Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2003-evidence-red-wine-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Longoria
11.5,Sparkling,France,"This wine shows a richer, smoother mouthfeel than others of its ilk. The nose is nicely toasty, with tropical fruit aromas and mint. Flavors are similar, dealing out nicely oaked fruit that goes down easily.",Brut,16,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Jaillance NV Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaillance-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Jaillance
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This reasonably complex Marlborough Chardonnay features pear and citrus fruit accented by hints of butter and spice. Add in layers of melon and anise, and the result is a very good wine that could just use a little more textured mouthfeel and longer finish.",Shelter Belt,18,87,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2005 Shelter Belt Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2005-shelter-belt-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2005,Jackson Estate
,White,France,"The rows in Laurent Miquel's Viognier vineyard run north-south (Nord Sud), avoiding the midday sun but getting the gentler morning and evening heat. The wine has balance, with elegance and a good touch of acidity to lift full white and yellow fruit flavors.",Nord Sud,13,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2005 Nord Sud Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2005-nord-sud-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2005,Laurent Miquel
,White,France,"A wine made from purchased grapes at Michel Laroche's Mas la Chevaliere. As a Chablis producer, Laroche knows a thing or two about Chardonnay, and this is a rich, creamy wine, but with elegance, the wood only a hint behind the ripe green plums and acidity.",Chardonnay,10,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laroche 2005 Chardonnay Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2005-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2005,Laroche
13,White,Greece,"Very pale, with a green tinge and aromas of vanilla, nectarine and lychee, this blend, (70% Roditis with Sauvignon Blanc and a touch of Gewürztraminer) is an enjoyable quaffing wine. You'll find citrus, orange and spice flavors accented by vanilla in this fine, balanced offering.",Samaropetra,14,87,Florina,,,Kir-Yianni 2005 Samaropetra White (Florina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kir-yianni-2005-samaropetra-white-florina/,White Blend,2005,Kir-Yianni
15,Red,US,"Nice and forward in jammy wild cherry, blackberry and root beer flavors, with a peppery, spicy edge, this super-drinkable Zin is a little soft, but dry and balanced. It's as full-bodied as a Cabernet, and finishes with enough complexity to pair with robust meats and full-flavored cheeses.",Jack London Vineyard,23,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2004 Jack London Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-jack-london-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Kenwood
14.5,Red,US,"The wine pours midnight black and tastes closed now, the kind of Merlot that hints at cherries and blackberries, then stops short with tannic lockdown. With its inherent balance and integrity, it will drink well now with a rich steak, but decanting for a few hours will help.",Jack London Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2004 Jack London Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-jack-london-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2004,Kenwood
12,White,Spain,"Sweet and fresh smelling, with aromas of lime, pear and peach. The palate is all about citrus, with some spice and mineral thrown in for good measure. Balanced and zesty, like Albariño should be.",,15,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Mar de Frades 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-frades-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Mar de Frades
14.5,Red,US,"Kind of tough and reticent now, very dry and showing lockdown tannins and upfront acidity. It doesn't offer immediate delight, although it's a well-made wine, with a deep core of Cabernet flavor. Decanting will help. Could age out by 2010.",,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Saddleback 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Saddleback
,Red,Chile,"When folks say “country style” you should think of this. It's a good wine but the nose is so leathery and sweaty that it's like a well-worn saddle. Once it opens and the heavy Carmenère character settles, what's left is some black-fruit flavor, chocolate and coffee. Not sure what the message is; it seems rather herbal for a so-called super Chilean.",,70,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Seña 2003 Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sena-2003-red-aconcagua-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Seña
13.9,Red,US,"Lots of bang for the buck here. Offers mouth-filling, juicy blackberry, cherry, pomegranate and coffee flavors in a bone-dry, soft wine, with a fairly complicated tannin structure. Drink now.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Praxis 2004 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/praxis-2004-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2004,Praxis
16.1,White,US,"Powerful aromatics lead to powerful fruity flavors in this Rhône-style wine. A blend of Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne, it explodes in apricot and peach juice, vanilla bean and honeysuckle flavors that finish dry and spicy. The high alcohol isn't a problem.",Lotus Lot #45,28,87,California,South Coast,,Orfila NV Lotus Lot #45 White,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-nv-lotus-lot-45-white-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Rhône-style White Blend,,Orfila
14.1,White,US,"The grapes come from the northern part of the valley, the warmest spot, but the first thing you notice is the acidity. It's citrusy-juicy, and makes those flowery citrus and apple flavors taste almost like minerally Pinot Grigio. It's an elegant Viognier, crafted for food.",,31,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2005 Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2005-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2005,Wattle Creek
14.1,White,US,"Dry Creek Valley seems to coax a wild, feral quality from Sauvignon Blanc. Gooseberries, nettles, fresh green thyme and dandelion greens all give a rich earthiness to the usual citrus, fig and melon flavors. Acidity in this wine is high, too, giving it a crisp, clean mouthfeel. Very nice, at a great price.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Trentadue 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Trentadue
14.5,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot, it's sourced from the western side of Paso, which is the cooler, better side. A great deal of new French oak was put on. The result is promising. It's a full-bodied, dry wine, firm in dusty tannins, and with pronounced blackberry and cola flavors. A wine to watch.",,52,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Treana 2003 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-2003-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2003,Treana
13,Red,Greece,"A meaty nose muddled by aromas of leather, sweat and coffee introduces a wine with dark, solid tannins and black fruit flavors. But the fruit is sweet and the palate smooth.",,13,87,Naoussa,,,Tsantali 2003 Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2003-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2003,Tsantali
12.5,Sparkling,US,"An interesting blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Gris, this bubbly shows complex flavors of bread dough, yellow citrus fruits and wildflowers, but is subtle and dry. One of the nicer things is the mouthfeel, which is light and refined. Finishes with real elegance. Production is an amazing 300,000 cases.",Brut Prestige,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Prestige Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-prestige-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa
13.4,Red,US,"After tasting Napa Cabs, it takes an intellectual step sideways to appreciate a Cab like this from Paso Robles. It's totally dry, sharper in acids and mintier than its northern cousins, but has a cherried flair that makes you want to drink it with a steak.",Devine,38,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Devine Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-devine-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Peachy Canyon
13.7,Red,US,"Starts off dry and fairly tannic, with robust flavors of dried cherries, blackberry skin, coffee and black pepper, then finishes tart and sandpapery dry. For all that, there's elegance and good structure. Grilled pepper steak seems an ideal match.",,38,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Peachy Canyon
,Sparkling,France,"A new blend of this best-selling Champagne is soft, creamy and openly fruity. There is acidity, but it is kept in place by the intensity of sweet fruit, which trails off to a soft, gentle finish.",White Star,35,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV White Star  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-white-star-champagne-62041/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
,Red,US,"The winemaker, Chris Camarda, abandoned varietal wines in favor of vineyard-designate red blends a couple of vintages ago. The Sheridan vineyard, a relatively new site in the upper elevations of the Yakima valley, is a bit tricky in a cooler vintage like this one. There are some streaks of herb evident here, along with quite tart red fruits. The blend is 43% Cab Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 25% Cab Franc and a splash of Petit Verdot.",Sheridan Vineyard,46,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Andrew Will 2004 Sheridan Vineyard Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2004-sheridan-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Andrew Will
14.4,Red,US,"Here's a good Napa Cab at a decent price that will take some cellar age. Mainly from Rutherford grapes, it's showing some stiff tannins, but, with polished cherry, herb and oak flavors, it drinks well now, and should develop for five years.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Flora Springs
14,Red,South Africa,"A bright yet full-bodied red, this wine has nice raspberry, tobacco and plum aromas. It is an early drinking wine, jumping from the glass with cassis and red fruit flavors with root nuances, and it's high acidity makes it ideal with food.",,12,87,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2004 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2004-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2004,Fleur Du Cap
,White,France,"Think southern Burgundy rather than Languedoc with this fine, full, but elegant wine, which has some good creamy fruit and fresh acidity over the balanced new wood flavors. The finish has green plums and quinces, lingering with the acidity.",Chardonnay Prestige,11,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 2004 Chardonnay Prestige Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2004-chardonnay-prestige-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2004,Georges Duboeuf
14.1,Red,US,"A very nice Cabernet with an opulence and balance and true varietal character, this multi-vineyard blend offers cassis, plum sauce, cocoa, herb and oak flavors. It should drink well for five years.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Freemark Abbey
,White,US,"Though not quite up to the exalted standard of the awesome 2004, this excellent aromatic white wine deftly mixes floral scents with dusty talcum powder and spicy citrus. A seamless blend of grapefruit, citrus and green apple fruit is lifted with varietal spice and perfume; the wine has good body too. Sounds like a hot date, which it is, ready for any kind of saucy Asian noodle dish you care to throw at it. Just not up to the overall elegance and polish of the '04.",Quail Series,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2005 Quail Series Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2005-quail-series-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Covey Run
,White,France,"A wood-aged Chardonnay from the western Loire. The fruit is light and fresh, and so, fortunately, is the touch of wood that lends a caramel and toast layer but doesn't dominate the green plums. This wine could age for a couple of years, but is ready to drink now.",Chardonnay Cuvée Prestige,11,87,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Domaine Couillaud 2005 Chardonnay Cuvée Prestige Chardonnay (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-couillaud-2005-chardonnay-cuvee-prestige-vin-pays-jardin/,Chardonnay,2005,Domaine Couillaud
13.4,White,US,"Entirely produced in stainless steel from this long, cool vintage, the wine shows how lusciously ripe PG can get. Few wines in the world can achieve these enormous levels of pineapples, limes, apricots, mangoes, peaches, apples, wild tropical flowers and vanilla. There's a trace of residual sugar, but the acidity is high, which combined means that the finish is slightly sweet, but beautifully crisp and clean.",Limited Release,14,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2005 Limited Release Pinot Gris (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2005-limited-release-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast/,Pinot Gris,2005,Concannon
14.4,White,US,"Strong, powerful in green grass, gooseberry and nettle flavors, a very dry, highly acidic wine with a minerally streak. No malolactic fermentation occurred and no oak was involved. This is a user-specific wine. You either love this style, or can't drink it.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,19,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2005 Mitsuko's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2005-mitsukos-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Clos Pegase
14.1,White,US,"Here's a rich Chardonnay with tropical fruit pastry flavors that have a dusty, dried herb edge, and lots of creamy oak. The wine is a bit soft. The fruit and spice flavors reprise on the long-lasting finish.",Reserve,42,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2004-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Clos du Val
13.6,Red,Australia,"Nicely complex, this offering combines cherry fruit with plenty of leathery, smoky and herbal nuances. In fact, one might argue there's a touch too much leather, as it seems to dull the fruit slightly, smoothing out any rough edges, but also lessening the fruit's bite. The wine is medium-bodied, with a creamy mouthfeel that finishes on a leathery note.",Benjamin's Promise,40,87,South Australia,Barossa,,David Franz 2000 Benjamin's Promise Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-franz-2000-benjamins-promise-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2000,David Franz
12.5,Red,Spain,"Red fruit is the focus of this zesty, rugged Tempranillo-based wine. The palate is lively and acidic, as plum and berry flavors get lots of boost. The finish is firm and medium in depth, with a stout amount of tannin. Drink now, preferably with food.",Gran Feudo Reserva,15,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2001 Gran Feudo Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2001-gran-feudo-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Bodegas Julián Chivite
13.9,Red,US,"What a great price. This Cab, with a splash of Petite Sirah and Carignane, shows real depth with ripe blackberry and coffee flavors, subtle oak notes, firm tannins and a long, dry finish. With grapes from Paso Robles, Knights Valley and Lake County, the wine is a testament to the art of blending.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Cellar No. 8 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellar-no-8-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Cellar No. 8
14.1,Red,US,"Over the years my scores for Alluvium have been all over the board. This wine, a Bordeaux blend based on Merlot but with all five classic varieties, is a bit edgy in tannic structure, with a rustic bite. But it's ripe in blackberry, cherry, coffee and rum flavors, and could easily soften by 2010.",Alluvium Red Table Wine,30,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2002 Alluvium Red Table Wine Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2002-alluvium-red-table-wine-sonoma-knights-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Beringer
,Red,US,"Very limited, this dry, un-oaky Zin is showing its age quickly, with flavors of strawberry preserves, bitter chocolate, and a hint of dried herb. Drink up!",,19,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Bergevin Lane 2003 Zinfandel (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2003-zinfandel-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Zinfandel,2003,Bergevin Lane
15.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet-based Meritage also contains a significant amount of Malbec. It's a big, mouth-filling, dry blend, young in chewy, hard tannins, with a stubborn green edge to the cherry-berry flavors. Needs age, but may not have the balance for the long haul. Drink now–2010.",,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calafia 2003 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calafia-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2003,Calafia
13.1,White,US,"From a Lake County high-elevation region, this is a very crisp, almost tart dry white wine, with subtle, complex citrus flavors of lime, grapefruit and guava, a minerally midpalate and a finish of stimulating white pepperiness. So versatile, it's a sommelier's dream.",High Serenity Ranch,15,88,California,Lake County,High Valley,Brassfield 2005 High Serenity Ranch Pinot Grigio (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2005-high-serenity-ranch-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Brassfield
14.1,White,US,"The same pungency that dominates St. Supery's Dollarhide Sauvignon Blanc is here, even though this proprietarily-named wine is mostly Semillon. But a little bit of strong Sauvignon Blanc goes a long way. Otherwise, this is a rich, barrel-fermented and lees-aged wine of considerable interest and complexity.",Virtu,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2005 Virtu White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2005-virtu-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2005,St. Supéry
,Red,New Zealand,"A bit light compared to the 2005 offerings, but supple and round, with flavors of cherries, rhubarb and some leafy, herbal complexity. Drink now.",,20,88,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2004 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2004-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Te Kairanga
13,White,New Zealand,"A good value for fans of the style, Saint Clair's 2006 Sauvignon Blanc continues this winery's leaning toward bell pepper and passion fruit aromas buoyed by bold, flashy tropical fruit flavors. Round and soft in the mouth, but shows good persistence on the finish.",,16,88,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Saint Clair
14.8,White,US,"Acidity saves this wine. It's ripe in pineapple and peach pie filling flavors; the grapes soar to high sugars, compounded by a good amount of custardy oak. But that crispness balances it completely.",Gail Ann's Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 2004 Gail Ann's Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2004-gail-anns-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Russian Hill
13.5,Red,Spain,"Hard spices, smoke and tar darken up the berry nose, while the palate is round and solid, with nice berry and plum fruit. The finish delivers a wave of blackened toast, while licorice plays from the second chair. Nicely made and familiar as RDD goes.",Reserva,40,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2002 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2002-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2002,Matarromera
14,Red,Greece,"A single vineyard wine with plenty of oak nuances, this shows darker flavors than other Agiorgitikos: Blueberry mixes with the telltale cherry, while vanilla caresses the whole. Strong tannins envelop a medium-bodied wine with good acidity, while the nose offers supple blackberry and blueberry fruit, vanilla and some meaty notes.",Ammos,35,88,Nemea,,,Palivou 2003 Ammos Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palivou-2003-ammos-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2003,Palivou
13.2,Red,US,"This is a blend of Syrah, Petit Verdot and Petite Sirah. It's a very good wine. Dry, soft and polished, it features blackberry pie, cherry-filled chocolate candy and coffee flavors that are wrapped in soft but complex tannins. Kudos to the winemaker who came up with this interesting blend.",Syrage Premium Red Table Wine,12,88,California,California Other,California,Maramonte 2002 Syrage Premium Red Table Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maramonte-2002-syrage-premium-red-table-wine-other/,Red Blend,2002,Maramonte
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Many South African Merlots show some bell pepper components, like this one. It can sometimes be overwhelming, but in this case it adds nuance to nice flavors of blueberry, coffee and pekoe tea. It's more powerful on the nose, where it's joined by chocolate, coffee, blueberry and mesquite aromas, but doesn't affect the lively, full-bodied mouthfeel or long, juicy and smokey finish.",Unfiltered,23,88,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 2001 Unfiltered Merlot (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2001-unfiltered-merlot-coastal-region/,Merlot,2001,Fleur Du Cap
,White,France,"Purchased by the Roederer Champagne group last year, this venerable Provence estate produces a fresh and crisp white that belies its hot origins. This 2004, a blend of Sémillon and Ugni Blanc, is in a lightly wooded style with fresh acidity and full flavors of melons and pears.",Clos Mireille Blanc de Blancs,20,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2004 Clos Mireille Blanc de Blancs White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2004-clos-mireille-blanc-blancs-white-cotes/,White Blend,2004,Domaines Ott
13.5,Red,US,"This is quite a good Cabernet. It's from the eastern part of Paso Robles, grown at 1,800 feet of elevation, which modulates the heat. While it shows very ripe Cabernet flavor, it possesses a good acid-tannin structure.",Estate,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eden Canyon 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eden-canyon-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Eden Canyon
,Red,US,"This is barely Merlot—just 75%—and the rest is filled in with Cab Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Petit Verdot and Syrah. This definitely bumps up the tannins and brightens the natural berry flavors. Tart fruit and creamy vanilla finish with softly astringent tannins. Nothing spectacular, but very smooth drinking.",Reserve,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Columbia Crest
,Red,Argentina,"Gets going with a lot of barrel and leather, but maybe not as much fruit as one might hope for. Makes its point with a round, creamy mouthfeel that supports jammy plum and blackberry flavors. A very good Malbec that will be better once the vines age.",Malma Reserva,20,88,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2004 Malma Reserva Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2004-malma-reserva-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2004,Bodega NQN
,Red,France,"From old bush-vine Carignan, here is a fruity, juicy wine that has been allowed to mature before release, adding more complex flavors of peppers, spicy wood and dark Viennese coffee.",Cordis Carignan,38,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Abbotts 2002 Cordis Carignan Carignan (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-2002-cordis-carignan-minervois/,Carignan,2002,Abbotts
12.5,White,Greece,"One of Greece's biggest wine exporters, Boutari has the formula for smooth, accessible wines. A soft red color leads to a big but polished Xinomavro with chocolaty flavors of mixed berry, spice and a spritz of lemon. A great match for roast rack of lamb.",,15,88,Naoussa,,,Boutari 2004 Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2004-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2004,Boutari
,Red,US,"This is pure Merlot which, in Washington, does not equate to lifeless, wimpy wine. Au contraire, this reveals supple, lovely flavors of mixed red apples, plums and cranberry. There are firm acids anchoring it, and I like the snap of the fruit as it hits the back of the palate. It is a very accessible, approachable wine that finishes with a nicely applied layer of milk chocolaty oak.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bergevin Lane 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Bergevin Lane
13,Sparkling,US,"A nice, classy bubbly that shows the character of Iron Horse's more expensive sparkling wines, but at a lower price. Mainly Pinot Noir, it's full-bodied and dry, with suggestions of strawberries, yeast and vanilla.",Classic Vintage Brut,30,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2001 Classic Vintage Brut Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2001-classic-vintage-brut-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Iron Horse
,White,US,"This is the sixth vintage for this wine, and there is no question that Klipsun's SB is something special. The clean, barrel-fermented effort is quite dry, clean and toasty. It's been barrel aged sur lie in French oak (half new). Just 5% Semillon is added, but it gives the mouthfeel a touch of lanolin.",Klipsun Vineyard,,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,JM Cellars 2005 Klipsun Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2005-klipsun-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,JM Cellars
13.9,Red,US,"Ripe and classy, this wine, with a little Cabernet, captures the rich power of a fine Bordeaux blend. It's very dry, and has intricate, dusty tannins that frame blackberry, cherry, mocha, dried herb and oaky spice flavors. Easy to find, with 15,300 cases produced.",,23,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,William Hill Estate
,White,US,"The cuttings came from Tablas Creek's Beaucastel vines and were planted on Red Mountain in 1999. They are just now coming into their flavor years. This is young, yeasty and fleshy with flavors of citrus and stone fruits. I like the texture and balance, the vivid acids underpinning the clean fruit, and the hint of butterscotch wrapping up the finish.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea 2005 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Roussanne (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2005-ciel-cheval-vineyard-roussanne-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Roussanne,2005,McCrea
,Red,US,"Pure Syrah sourced from Ciel du Cheval and Destiny Ridge vineyards, with a wash of blue/purple fruits, light pepper and herb. As it opens out a mix of wild berry flavors emerges, propelled by crisp acids, and leading into a peppery, tannic finish, nudged with smoke and ash. Not the biggest of McCrea's Syrahs, but nicely made and balanced.",,28,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,McCrea 2004 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,McCrea
13,Red,Italy,"This light- to medium-bodied red boasts bright scents of cherries with a dusting of cinnamon, backed by silky tannins and delicate minerality. It's rather Burgundian in style and feel, without any overripe notes.",Campofiorin,15,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Masi 2003 Campofiorin Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2003-campofiorin-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2003,Masi
14.5,Red,Chile,"A Merlot-dominant wine with Cabernet and Carmenère, Primus shows licorice and raisin on the nose with concentrated black fruit carrying the flavor profile. There's ample warmth and spice on the finish, and a tight tannic structure holding it all together.",,17,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Primus 2004 Red (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primus-2004-red-casablanca-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Primus
14.3,White,US,"Great price for a wine of this complexity and satisfaction. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with a wealth of lemon, lime and grapefruit citrus flavors and richer notes of peach pie and yellow apricot purée. Almost seems underpriced for what you get.",Reserve,20,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mosaic 2004 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosaic-2004-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Mosaic
13,Red,New Zealand,"Robust and flavorful, Nobilo's top Pinot Noir is undeniably toasty, but it also features burly cola and plum flavors to match the oak. Big-boned and firmly structured, drink 2008–09.",Icon,22,88,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 2005 Icon Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2005-icon-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Nobilo
18.8,Red,US,"Fairly concentrated and elevated, with cherry, plum, tobacco and light wood-based aromas. Sweet plum, brown sugar and tobacco coat the palate, which is ripe and on the spot but not what you'd call complex. Finishes with vanilla, nutmeg and a breeze of herbs. Very nice and easy to like.",,42,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2001 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2001-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2001,Arrowood
,Red,France,"A wine that comes from the stony soil of the Black Mountain in eastern Minervois, this is a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Black fruits, solid tannins and a fine, dusty, dry structure give this wine a great sense of style, finishing with ripe fruits.",Turrilite,13,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Abbotts 2005 Turrilite Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-2005-turrilite-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Abbotts
13,Red,Spain,"Patience is a must to make it through this burly, earthy, almost murky blend of Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon. Early aromas of mulch and coffee morph into black fruit and leather, while initially reduced black cherry and currant flavors take on more character and depth with time. Never does it really shine, but it is a serious wine that has its merits.",Cuvée Palomar,48,88,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2000 Cuvée Palomar Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2000-cuvee-palomar-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,US,"Soft and sweet, this concentrated, unblended Syrah mixes Stillwater Creek and Sundance Vineyard fruit. There is plenty of oak evident in both the nose and the mouth, and the sweetness of the fruit, dark and liquorous, gives it a Californian spin.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Arbor Crest
14,Red,Greece,"Made in an Old World style, this dry, earthy wine has aromas of vanilla and Asian spice, eucalyptus and earth that picks up secondary aromas with time. The tannins are developed, the wine having spent plenty of time in wood, while the palate has a medium weight and good acidity. Earth and eucalyptus dominate the mouth, supported by lesser flavors of red berry and cola, which linger on the long finish. This is a wine that needs a decanter or time in the glass to open up, and can be drunk over the next five years.",Cabernet-Nea Dris,26,88,Greece,,,Antonopoulos 2002 Cabernet-Nea Dris Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonopoulos-2002-cabernet-nea-dris-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2002,Antonopoulos
13.2,Red,US,"World-famous Rochioli doesn't want to use their own Cabernet grapes, so they sell them to former J Wine Co. winemaker Oded Shakked, who carefully crafts this dry, full-bodied 100% Cabernet. It's young, acidic and tannic, but with its polished core of cherries, should ease well into the next decade.",Rochioli Vineyard,50,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2003 Rochioli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2003-rochioli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Longboard
14.5,Red,US,"Wonderful, rewarding Zin that somehow got the fruit enormously ripe, yet maintains an elegantly silky balance and modest alcohol. Floods the palate with spicy blackberry, cherry, licorice and cola pie filling flavors, soft and luscious, while remaining thoroughly dry.",Old Vine,15,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Santino 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santino-2003-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Santino
,Red,France,"A Cabernet-Merlot-Syrah blend from the Nizas estate owned by John Goelet of Clos du Val in Napa, the wine is tannic, dry and very firm. It's intense, though dominated by the austere Cabernet. Good wood flavors underline the fruit.",Mas Sallèles,13,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Nizas 2001 Mas Sallèles Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-nizas-2001-mas-salleles-red-vin-de-pays-doc-64775/,Red Blend,2001,Domaine de Nizas
,Red,US,"Warm and fruity, the Walter Clore bottling delivers soft flavors of berry, cherry and vanilla cream, from a blend that is roughly two-thirds Cabernet, one-third Merlot. The pretty fruit seems to hit a wall of tannin, leaving an impression of a two-part wine that lacks the satiny seamlessness of its better peers.",Walter Clore Private Reserve,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Walter Clore Private Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-walter-clore-private-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Columbia Crest
13.9,Red,US,"Gainey has long produced one of the best Merlots from this appellation, pushing the wine to juicy ripeness. The '03 shows expressive cherry pie, blackberry liqueur and cinnamon spice flavors, and is dry and balanced. It's a delicious wine that is best now.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2003 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2003-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2003,Gainey
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Keeps the Cordon Negro reputation healthy by delivering easygoing lemon-lime aromas and round citrus and apple flavors. As correct as one can ask for, this large-production cava features pure-fruit character and a perfectly good mouthfeel. For the money, we give it the proverbial high-five.",Cordon Negro Brut,10,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-brut-sparkling-cava-63342/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
14.3,Red,US,"Made with a drop of Syrah, this is a stylish, rich Cab, with the herbal flavors and soft tannins of Alexander Valley. The cherry fruit mingles with sweet tobacco and thyme, resulting in a restrained but complex, food-friendly wine.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,France,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this has some good density of structure. It's a firm, tannic wine but one that is sustained by some fresh red fruit flavors. A good example of a branded Bordeaux.",Bordeaux,8,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Ginestet 2004 Bordeaux  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2004-bordeaux-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Ginestet
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"One of my personal favorites among the giant collection of Freixenet cavas is the extra dry, which isn't dry in the least. Just the opposite, it's loaded with sweet apple and apricot aromas along with peach, melon and candied citrus flavors. Best of all, it maintains its poise while never falling toward cloying or sappy.",Cordon Negro Extra Dry,10,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-63341/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
14.5,White,South Africa,"The flavors and aromas of this wine are green, showing asparagus, green bean and smoke, but they have a nice intensity and a full, serious feel that can withstand the high acidity. Not a wine for everyone, but certainly enjoyable to some for its power and grace.",Single Vineyard Lanner Hill,22,88,Groenekloof,,,Kumkani 2005 Single Vineyard Lanner Hill Sauvignon Blanc (Groenekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumkani-2005-single-vineyard-lanner-hill-sauvignon-blanc-groenekloof/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kumkani
15,Red,South Africa,"This wine has an amazing mouthfeel, finely balanced and silky smooth, with just enough tannins to stand up to the medium-full body. Coffee aromas lead to a sweet entry of dark plum and cassis flavors. The only caution: There are notes of barnyard, which may develop more with time.",,20,88,Stellenbosch,,,Radford Dale 2004 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/radford-dale-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2004,Radford Dale
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Often, extra dry Prosecco offers a deceptively sweet bouquet. Part of the reason for this is that smaller percentages of Chardonnay, Verdisio and Bianchetta have been added to the Prosecco blend. That is the case here, though this wine has a broader, fuller nose with ripe peach, honey, flowers and a chalky element.",Extra Dry Sergio,17,88,Veneto,Prosecco del Veneto,,Mionetto NV Extra Dry Sergio  (Prosecco del Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-extra-dry-sergio-sparkling-prosecco-del/,Sparkling Blend,,Mionetto
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Another inky-dark 2005 Marlborough Pinot, Spy Valley's rendition is assertive and plummy, but perhaps lacking a little bit of perfume. Slightly creamy in texture without being particularly lush, it finishes long and clean.",,29,88,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Spy Valley
,Red,France,"This is a blend of Syrah from two vineyard sites owned by the Bernard family to the north of Orange. It's intensely perfumed, with concentrated, rich fruit that powers through the tannins. It's ripe, but not too heavy or dense.",Le Sens de Syrah,12,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Beauchêne 2004 Le Sens de Syrah Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauchene-2004-le-sens-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes/,Syrah,2004,Château Beauchêne
,Red,France,"Red cherry and pepper flavors give a warm, southern feel to this juicy wine. It is full, but attractively easy to drink, a glass of ripe sunshine, from this estate in the Minervois region of Languedoc.",Expression de Massamier la Mignarde Carignan,22,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac,,Château Massamier la Mignarde 2005 Expression de Massamier la Mignarde Carignan Carignan (Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-massamier-mignarde-2005-expression-carignan-vin-pays-coteaux-peyriac/,Carignan,2005,Château Massamier la Mignarde
,Red,France,"This is the classic style of Minervois, with herbal fruits, and strawberry and black plum flavors. The key to this wine is the dry, tannic structure, which roots it firmly in the style of the region.",Tradition,12,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Massamier la Mignarde 2004 Tradition Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-massamier-mignarde-2004-tradition-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château Massamier la Mignarde
14.4,Red,US,"Shows its aspirations to the northern Rhône in the 100% varietal that's wrapped in dense young tannins now, but deep down below brims with finely ripe fruit. Black currants, licorice, mu shu pork plum sauce, sweet worn leather and Asian spice flavors mingle into a long, complex finish. This is a wine to watch.",,19,88,California,Lake County,High Valley,Shannon Ridge 2005 Syrah (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Syrah,2005,Shannon Ridge
14.5,Red,Chile,"Here's a full-force Maipo red that's ready to run. The black cherry aromas and flavors are dark and chocolaty, while the feel is solid and the finish long and minty warm. Big but not plush; loaded but not opulent. A commendable large-production wine (45,000 cases).",Reserva,11,88,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2005 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2005-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Viña Pérez Cruz
12,Red,US,"A plump sparkler with plenty of bubbles balanced by big, intense cherry flavors. Aromas of toast and caramel show the presence of oak but the finish is all fruit, picking up strawberry at the end.",Grand Rosé,30,88,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet NV Grand Rosé Sparkling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-nv-grand-rose-sparkling-new-mexico/,Sparkling Blend,,Gruet
14.5,Red,Chile,"Plenty of oak and coconut grace the modern-styled bouquet, while the palate is round as a balloon, with tons of black cherry and mint flavors. Doubtless it's a chunky red, and the finish runs rich to the point of syrupy. For now the oak and tannins have things under wraps; best to revisit in a year's time.",La Cumbre,50,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2004 La Cumbre Shiraz (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2004-cumbre-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-aconcagua-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Errazuriz
14.2,Red,US,"You'd never expect such nice flavor from such a lightly colored wine. Nonetheless, this single-vineyard Pinot is fresh and dry in rosehip tea, strawberry and cinnamon spice, with a bracing coat of toasty oak. It's not a blockbuster, but defines elegance.",Jewell Block Vineyard,52,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2004 Jewell Block Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2004-jewell-block-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dutton Estate
14,Sparkling,Australia,"A reasonably good value in sparkling Shiraz, Fox Creek's Vixen is a dark, vibrant, purple hue and boasts a heady bouquet of blackberry liqueur, vanilla and spice. This is a rich, oaky, full-on Shiraz, slightly enlivened by the presence of bubbles. Some soft, dusty tannins on the finish make it seem quite dry, and well-suited for its traditional pairing with grilled steak.",Vixen Sparkling Shiraz-Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon,19,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek NV Vixen Sparkling Shiraz-Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon Sparkling (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-nv-vixen-sparkling-shiraz-cabernet-franc-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Sparkling Blend,,Fox Creek
,Red,France,"From the property owned by the Burgundian Roux family, this wine shows a fine mix of elegance and style with some dark, ripe fruit flavors. It is certainly a cut above the normal vin de pays d'Oc Merlot, a structured, shapely wine. Not imported.",Merlot,8,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine des Oliviers 2005 Merlot Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-oliviers-2005-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2005,Domaine des Oliviers
,White,France,"From a 50-acre property owned by the Roux family of Saint-Aubin in Burgundy, this Chardonnay is obviously made by specialists in the art of vinifying this grape. It has tropical flavors, ripe and full-bodied, with some touches of vanilla. Drink now and over the next year.",,8,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine des Oliviers 2005 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-oliviers-2005-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2005,Domaine des Oliviers
13.5,Red,US,"There's a deliciously earthy richness that suggests Portobello mushrooms sautéed in balsamic and soy. That's not all. Cherries hit mid-palate, then lead to sweet oak and Asian spice. It's a dry, balanced, elegant and complex young Pinot that drinks well now. Made from mainly new grapes planted on the estate.",Mt. Harlan Cuvee,28,88,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2002 Mt. Harlan Cuvee Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2002-mt-harlan-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2002,Calera
14,Red,Spain,"Shows good fruit aromas, moderate depth and a touch of sandalwood on the nose. The palate features ripe blackberry and chocolate, while the feel is cushioned and chewy. Modern in style; just a cut below the 2001.",Reserve,44,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Callejo 2002 Reserve  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callejo-2002-reserve-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2002,Callejo
15.9,Red,US,"The appellation is near the western, cooler part of Paso Robles, and the wine's rich chocolate fudge and creamy cherry and cassis flavors have the requisite acidity and tannins needed to temper them. Almost sweet on the finish, the wine redeems itself with elegance. The high alcohol isn't really a problem, in terms of balance.",,26,88,California,Central Coast,York Mountain,Calcareous 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (York Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-york-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Calcareous
14.1,Red,US,"Grown in the Chiles Valley part of Napa, this contains one third Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot. It's rich in chocolaty, blackberry, cola and fruit flavors, dry and tannic, with a rustic touch of raisins. But it suggests a good future. Drink 2009 through 2015.",Terzetto Red Wine,75,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2003 Terzetto Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2003-terzetto-red-wine-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Volker Eisele Family Estate
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Villa Sandi consistently delivers top-notch Prosecco and this cuvée is no exception. The aromas are delicate and elegantly understated: lemon lollipop, stone fruit and field flowers. You'll detect a candy-like flavor in the mouth and a frothy, creamy mouthfeel.",Dry Cuvée,19,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV Dry Cuvée  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-dry-cuvee-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Villa Sandi
,Red,US,"Spicy and peppery, this comes on with a lot of youthful pizzazz. I like the way it hits the palate full force, with a blast of raspberry fruit, a streak of leather and a dusting of black pepper. There's the typical citrusy lift of Washington Syrah, and a sense that this wine is meant to be appreciated right now, in the full bloom of youth.",Rattlesnake Hills,29,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Wilridge 2004 Rattlesnake Hills Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2004-rattlesnake-hills-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Wilridge
,Red,US,"This is Willow Crest's first bottling of Merlot; it's quite good and substantial. Full-flavored and fleshy, it retains the grip of cooler- climate Merlot, without turning vegetal. There is a clear scent of mint, and after the tart red fruits, the wine finishes with a chocolate mint wafer kiss.",,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2003 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2003,Willow Crest
12.5,White,South Africa,"A bright and festive wine with a powerful nose of tropical fruit, lychee and rose and a touch of mineral. Lively in the mouth, with zippy acidity playing against a good dose of sweetness, the flavors pour on rose petal, lychee and spice, everything you could want from a Gewürz.",,13,88,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2005 Gewürztraminer (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2005-gewurztraminer-elgin/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Paul Cluver
12.3,White,Greece,"Made from the Roditis grape, a pink-skinned variety grown in the Peloponnese, this wine is zesty and dry, but with a pithy feel that gives body. Flavors are of citrus, orange, peach and lemon verbena, all with fine intensity. Also has a pleasant nose of citrus and peach and a fairly long, crisp finish.",Folói,15,88,Pisatis,,,Mercouri Estate 2005 Folói Roditis (Pisatis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercouri-estate-2005-foloi-greek-white-roditis-pisatis/,Roditis,2005,Mercouri Estate
14.5,White,US,"Tasted alongside the winery's DCV3 bottling, this one's considerably more focused in fruit, altogether a more interesting wine. It's also much higher in alcohol. The wine shows polished Meyer lemon, sweet green grass and vanilla flavors, and although it has no oak, it tastes like it does.",Taylor's Vineyard Musqué,25,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2004 Taylor's Vineyard Musqué Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2004-taylors-musque-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Dry Creek Vineyard
,White,France,"The name may be eccentric (it refers to a cannon that was found in the region), but the wine is just pure pleasure. It is perfumed but dry. Despite its aromatics it's a fine food pairing for Chinese food and has enough acidity to keep it poised and light.",Le Canon du Maréchal,9,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Domaine Cazes 2005 Le Canon du Maréchal Muscat-Viognier (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cazes-2005-le-canon-marechal-white-blend-muscat-viognier-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Muscat-Viognier,2005,Domaine Cazes
13,Sparkling,Australia,"From Taltarni's Tasmanian outpost, this is a plump, medium-bodied sparkler with ample complexity. Smoke, citrus and eggy, brioche notes mark the nose, while the palate adds crisp appley flavors. Finishes long, picking up hints of grapefruit as well.",Brut,30,88,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Clover Hill 2001 Brut  (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clover-hill-2001-brut-sparkling-tasmania/,Champagne Blend,2001,Clover Hill
,White,US,"Leesy and crisp, an immaculate style, with flavors that are translucent, yet layered and substantial. It finishes with an elegant wash of stone, melon and citrus that will give your palate, your meal and your conversation a welcome lift.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chinook 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chinook-2005-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Chinook
14.1,White,US,"The hot vintage worked to the wine's benefit, making it richer and riper than the '03. All sorts of forward peaches and cream, custardy citrus, and smoky, creamy oak notes, with good acidity, make this Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon blend a nice upscale white.",Alluvium Blanc,16,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2004 Alluvium Blanc White (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-alluvium-blanc-white-sonoma-knights-valley/,White Blend,2004,Beringer
13,Red,Spain,"Robust and dark, with plum and berry aromas that also carry hints of citrus and mineral. Overall this is a balanced specimen; the palate is round and full of bright plum and berry while the feel is moderately deep, somewhat tannic, and medium in acidity. Drink now.",Crianza,17,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdrinal 2002 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdrinal-2002-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2002,Valdrinal
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Fresh and zippy, this is one 2005 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc that held onto the variety's typical racy edge. If you're one of those consumers who frown on the round, ripe flavors achieved by some in 2005, this is one to seek out. Brisk passion fruit, grapefruit and herb flavors finish crisp and clean.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Sherwood Estate 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-estate-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sherwood Estate
,Red,US,"Tart, citric and built upon tart berry and cassis fruits, this Cabernet is still quite young and showing primary fruits and plenty of acid. It's a wine that seems destined to open up and soften up with additional bottle time; not that it isn't a good food match right now. It's got the fruit and the grip to age a while.",Seven Hills Vineyard,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2003 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2003-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"Once again the winery's estate-grown, super-premium Bordeaux blend adds Carmenère (8%) to the usual mix of Cabernet Sauvignon (53%), Merlot (13%), Cab Franc (13%) and Malbec (13%). The oak and vanilla flavors dominate, ahead of tart, racy red fruits. But the Cabernet, from the same vineyard, is every bit as good at roughly half the price.",Pentad,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2003 Pentad Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2003-pentad-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Seven Hills
11.9,Sparkling,Spain,"Slightly sweet on the nose, the aromas of baked fruit, cream soda and vanilla are welcoming. Interestingly, the wine is a bit more tart and refined on the palate, where zesty but full apple and pear flavors run the show. Not lean but definitely streamlined and acidic. More of a food wine than a stand-alone sipper.",Brut Reserva,14,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava-57732/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
14,Red,Spain,"A bit lighter on the nose than many, with notes of raspberry and strawberry. That same character works its way onto the palate, where raspberry and plum flavors are front and center. Fruity and balanced, with a ripe, easy-to-like personality.",,17,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Mas Dels Frares 2004 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-dels-frares-2004-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2004,Mas Dels Frares
13.8,Red,US,"Here's a well-behaved Pinot Noir. It's textbook coastal, a delicately structured, silky, high-acid wine with cola, cherry, root beer, rhubarb and rosehip tea flavors. Really delivers the goods at a fair price for the quality.",Block 7,20,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 2004 Block 7 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2004-block-7-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lockwood
,White,France,"With a blend dominated by Viognier, this is akin to a Condrieu in style, with its flavors of apricots and ripe tropical fruits. It's lighter, though, a fresh, easy wine, with hints of acidity and a touch of honey, although this is a dry wine.",Les Figuières,16,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 Les Figuières White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-figuieres-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo
,White,France,"It's difficult to tell which grape is giving the more exotic flavors to this wine. Both seem to contribute to the apricot and spice tastes, as well as the smooth, creamy texture. So the blend works, leaving a full-bodied, ripe wine that will work with spicy foods.",,10,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2005 Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2005-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2005,Laurent Miquel
14.2,White,US,"Here's a stainless steel-fermented Chard that features nothing but cool-climate varietal flavor. It's a floral wine, reminiscent of unoaked New Zealand Chardonnay, with overtones of kiwi, lime, nectarine and vanilla, accented by bright acidity.",Oro de Plata,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2005 Oro de Plata Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2005-oro-plata-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Keller Estate
,Red,Argentina,"Inky black in color, with a pretty nose defined by toast, minerality, stout plum and berry fruit. Round and vigorous in the mouth, with vibrant dark-berry flavors. A muscled-up wine from Salta with just enough finesse to balance everything out. Ready to drink.",Don David Reserve,15,88,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2004 Don David Reserve Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2004-don-david-reserve-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2004,Michel Torino
14,Red,New Zealand,"A strong effort from this project in Marlborough's Awatere Valley, the 2005 Crossings Pinot Noir features an elusive perfume-scented bouquet of flowers and black cherries, silky tannins and crisp acids. Cocoa and cherry flavors linger prettily on the finish.",,20,88,Marlborough,,,The Crossings 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,The Crossings
14.7,Red,US,"Testarossa is one of the few wineries to make a statewide bottling that's more expensive than their vineyard-designated ones. In this case, the wine is indisputably delicious. It's soft and accessible, with luscious fruit, spice and oak flavors, and sweetness in the finish. But it's not better than Testarossa's other Pinots.",Cuvee Niclaire,75,88,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2004 Cuvee Niclaire Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-cuvee-niclaire-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Testarossa
15.8,Red,US,"Unfiltered, so don't let the heavy sediment bother you—it's harmless. Big, ripe, rich, powerful and soft, this is Paso Cab near its best, showing unctuous blackberry, cherry, chocolate fudge, old leather and sweet herb flavors that are generously oaked. It's nicely dry, and finishes in a swirl of cherry, vanilla and spice.",Old Bailey Vineyard,40,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RHR 2003 Old Bailey Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rhr-2003-old-bailey-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,RHR
14.9,Red,US,"From a winery new to me comes this aspirational Syrah. It's new oaky, with robust but refined tannins and very ripe flavors of cherries, blackberries and plums. There's an edge of raisins that testifies to the extreme heat of the vintage. The wine straddles an interesting line between rustic and classic, and is one to watch.",Palindrome Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rocinante 2004 Palindrome Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocinante-2004-palindrome-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2004,Rocinante
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This may be atypically dark and powerful, but this wine provides a rich, satisfying drink that hopefully presages more good things to come from the 2005 vintage Pinots. Despite its inky color and plum and chocolate flavors, the texture is still very Pinot—silky and round but not flabby, with crispness and lift on the finish.",,18,88,Marlborough,,,Sherwood Estate 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-estate-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sherwood Estate
11.9,Sparkling,Spain,"This rendition of Segura Viudas's off-dry bubbly is nice and yeasty, with plenty of baked apple pie and buttered toast on the nose. The palate is spunky but round, with semi-sweet flavors of apples and ripe nectarines. Shows some complexity and depth on the finish as well as a richness that makes it to all corners of your mouth.",Aria Extra Dry,12,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-57730/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
13,White,Chile,"Starts with a lot of green, crisp aromas such as fresh-cut grass, bell peppers and asparagus. But it's not vegetal; to the contrary, the wine shows bright passion fruit and capsicum notes along with hints of lettuce. The acidity and balance are both correct, and the feel is wet and lively. One of the better Secreto SBs in recent years.",Secreto,13,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2006 Secreto Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2006-secreto-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Viu Manent
14.5,White,US,"Classic RRV Chard, bright in minerally acids, with a spectrum of flavors including pineapples, green apples, peaches and papayas. Lots of spicy, toasty oak, too.",Indindoli Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Waugh Cellars 2005 Indindoli Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waugh-cellars-2005-indindoli-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Waugh Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"Pretty good price for an old-vine Mourvèdre wine of this quality. It's dry and medium-bodied, with a rich array of cherry, mu shu plum sauce, coffee and tamari flavors. The more you sip, the more you like it.",Ancient Vines,15,87,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2004 Ancient Vines Mourvèdre (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2004-ancient-vines-mourvedre-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Mourvèdre,2004,Cline
,Red,US,"Light and tart, sappy and fresh, this is a much lighter style of Syrah than one usually associates with the Boushey vineyard. This is burger and pizza wine, simple and refreshing, very clean winemaking with no frills, bells or whistles.",Boushey Vineyard,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,C.R. Sandidge 2002 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2002-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2002,C.R. Sandidge
14.5,Red,US,"I liked this better than the winery's more expensive Oakville Merlot because it's not overripe. There's a wealth of chocolate and blackberry flavors, finished with sweet cassis and wrapped in smooth tannins. But it's balanced, soft and dry.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2003 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2003-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2003,Ferrari-Carano
14.5,White,US,"Calera raised their price a buck over last year, though this is still a pretty good buy. It's quite an acidic wine, in a day and age when so many Chards are meltingly soft, and while it's not complex, it is dry and fruity, with a firm minerality supporting the Meyer lemon, nectarine and vanilla-rich oak flavors.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2004 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2004-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Calera
14,Red,Chile,"Initially the wine gives off an earthy-crusty air, and then earth and leather aromas sneak in along with black fruit. Additional fruit is released on the palate, primarily raspberry and black plum. For a ripe wine with prune and molasses, it holds its line.",Reserva,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 2004 Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2004-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2004,Undurraga
14.4,Red,US,"I wish this Syrah were just a little drier, but that aside, it's a rewarding wine. Flooded with black cherry and cassis fruit, as well as smoky oak, it has the beautiful acidity and fine tannins of its terroir.",,26,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tin House 2003 Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-house-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Tin House
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A bit earthy and leathery on the nose, with undertones of dark berry, this wine is still dark after five years, with charred meat, leather and blueberry flavors. A sweet palate entry dries out with good tannins, and overall it's a smooth, easy-drinking wine.",,14,86,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-du-cap-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Fleur Du Cap
,White,France,"Rich in vanilla and green plum flavors, this ripe Chardonnay from the Gascony region in south-west France comes from the Grassa family, the largest vineyard owners by far in the Gers department. This is a full, concentrated but easy drinking wine, just ready for lovers of a less woody style of Chardonnay.",Chardonnay,12,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Lalande 2005 Chardonnay Chardonnay (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lalande-2005-chardonnay-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Chardonnay,2005,Lalande
14.2,Red,US,"Robust and hearty, this is a wine to quaff with short ribs, roast lamb, broiled chicken. It's big, dry and tannic, with full-throttle blackberry, coffee and sweet plum flavors that finish in a swirl of dusty spices. Try decanting for a few hours before serving.",,16,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2003 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2003-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Guenoc
13.8,Red,US,"Coming from the South Fork of the Trinity River, in the Sierra Foothills, this wine seems to reflect its rugged origins. It has a lusty appeal, with rich, thick tannins and bigtime cherry and pomegranate fruit, finished with chocolate, that leads to a dry, fruity finish.",,20,85,California,North Coast,Trinity County,R. Merlo 2003 Syrah (Trinity County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-merlo-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast-trinity-county/,Syrah,2003,R. Merlo
13.5,White,US,"This wine has been pretty consistent over the years, a dry, crisp sipper, modest in citrus, lemongrass and spice flavors. It's a good cocktail drink, or for picnics and barbecues.",Charlotte's Home,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2005 Charlotte's Home Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2005-charlottes-home-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Rodney Strong
14.8,Red,US,"A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Petite Sirah, this wine shows a rustic but easy drinking quality. It's fairly tannic, with a long finish of cherries, blackberries and spiced coffee.",The Vocation,32,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Norman 2003 The Vocation Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-2003-vocation-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Norman
14,Red,US,"Rich and robust, this soft, full-bodied Cab has a nice array of red and black cherry, blackberry jam, cedar and coffee flavors. Polished tannins help make it classy.",,29,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RHR 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rhr-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,RHR
13.4,Red,US,"Made from mountain vineyards in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, this is a tough, chewy Cabernet. It's very dry, and robust tannins surround ripe blackberry fruit flavors. Good now, and should develop for a few years.",Hyampom Valley Ranch,26,85,California,North Coast,Trinity County,R. Merlo 2001 Hyampom Valley Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Trinity County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-merlo-2001-hyampom-valley-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-trinity-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,R. Merlo
14.5,Red,US,"Marlstone is an old, historic, proprietary wine, but it's been under-performing for some years now. A Cabernet-based blend of all five Bordeaux varieties, this wine is good but has a rustic edge to the very ripe berry and cherry flavors. It should be better.",Marlstone,50,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2003 Marlstone Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2003-marlstone-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Clos du Bois
13.3,White,US,"Anderson Valley is one of the best homes to the aromatic whites in California, as evidenced once again by this dry, delicately structured Alsatian-style Gewürz. It's not a strong wine, but a lively, crisp one, with polished citrus, peach, apple, floral and spice flavors.",,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2005 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2005-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Husch
14.1,Red,US,"This is a Cab Franc, Barbera and Syrah blend. It's interesting, in a rustic way. Fully dry, it brims with young, jammy black stone fruit flavors backed up with hefty tannins, the kind of wine to toss back with barbecue.",Wrangler Red,14,85,California,Lake County,High Valley,Shannon Ridge 2005 Wrangler Red Red (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2005-wrangler-red-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Red Blend,2005,Shannon Ridge
13.4,White,US,"Consider it a food wine. It's on the lean side compared to today's superripe Chards, but it sure is elegant. The peach and pineapple fruit is controlled, the oak is moderate, the alcohol is low, and acidity is crisp and clean.",,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Andretti
12.5,White,US,"Fruity, spicy and just off-dry, with pleasant tropical fruit, wildflower, honey and ginger-cinnamon flavors. Nice low alcohol on this pretty wine.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2005 Gewürztraminer (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2005-gewurztraminer-central-coast-paso-robles/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Castoro Cellars
12.5,Red,Spain,"Red fruit, hints of spice and a touch of herbal essence kick it off. The palate is leafy and drying, with medium-ripe cherry and berry flavors. Quite your basic red table wine, and if that's what you're looking for it's not disappointing.",Gran Feudo Crianza,11,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2002 Gran Feudo Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2002-gran-feudo-crianza-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2002,Bodegas Julián Chivite
10.5,White,South Africa,"You may find a bit of CO2 remaining in this wine, not enough to bubble but enough to add zest and liveliness. Citrusy white fruits on the nose lead to ripe white stone fruits with a hint of straw and spice in the mouth. A fine quaffer that should be drunk in the next year.",Rhine,12,85,Constantia,,,Buitenverwachting 2005 Rhine Riesling (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buitenverwachting-2005-rhine-riesling-constantia/,Riesling,2005,Buitenverwachting
14.5,Red,Spain,"Fairly big and muscular, with black fruit, cinnamon and olive notes on the nose. The palate is beefy and deep, with plum and blackberry flavors. With big tannins and a full-bodied personality, this is not a lightweight.",,10,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2004 Merlot (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2004-merlot-mancha/,Merlot,2004,Finca Antigua
14.5,Red,Spain,"Warm and earthy, with a round, ripe nose. The palate is a touch on the sweet, cooked side, but it avoids being stewy or soupy and instead shows ripe black fruit, licorice and smoked meat. Quite soft and low in acid. Drink right away.",Crianza,12,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2003 Crianza Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2003-crianza-red-mancha/,Red Blend,2003,Finca Antigua
12,Sparkling,US,"Bread-doughy and acidic, this carbonically rough bubbly has flavors of limes, strawberries, vanilla and toast. It's a dry wine, but you can taste the sugary dosage on the finish.",Brut,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Brut Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county-61746/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
14.3,Red,US,"Lush and ripe, brimming with blackberry, chocolate and coffee flavors, this soft wine finishes with a distinct, cola-soda sweetness. Fortunately, crisp acidity is there for balance.",Old Vine,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Girard
14,Red,South Africa,"Inky purple, this has a beautiful nose of crunchy blueberry, plum and oak. The plum continues in the mouth, with hints of eraser, while the palate is dry but meaty. A racy finish complements the total package.",,14,85,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2004 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2004-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2004,Fleur Du Cap
14,Red,New Zealand,"The 2004 vintage wasn't an easy one for Nelson Pinot Noir, and this wine reflects that. The aromas are slightly earthy and herbal, marked by tomato and beet elements, while the flavors are herbal to the point of mintiness but also fresh and appealing. Ultimately, it's an attractive effort destined for short-term drinking.",,25,85,Nelson,,,Greenhough 2004 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenhough-2004-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2004,Greenhough
,Red,France,"Firm but generous black fruits dominate this powerful wine. There are dry tannins, solid chunky fruits and ripe acidity. From clay and chalk soil in the Coteaux du Languedoc, this is part of a line of wines designed to bring grape varieties and the local terroir together.",Terroir Syrah,,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Gérard Bertrand 2005 Terroir Syrah Syrah (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2005-terroir-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coteaux/,Syrah,2005,Gérard Bertrand
13.5,Red,US,"Here's a wine that aspires to complexity and only just manages to get there. It's full-bodied and dry, with a smoothly tannic texture, and the earthy, coffee and blackberry flavors cry out for food. Decant it a little before serving.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Estancia 2004 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2004,Estancia
,Rose,France,"A typical, bone-dry rosé from the producers of Mas de Daumas Gassac. There are great flavors of bitter cherries and hedgerow fruits, with some firm tannins underlying. A delicious food rosé.",Le Mazet,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Moulin de Gassac 2005 Le Mazet Rosé (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moulin-gassac-2005-le-mazet-rose-vin-pays-lherault/,Rosé,2005,Moulin de Gassac
,Red,France,"The Guibert family of Mas de Daumas Gassac calls this inexpensive line of wines “Old World” to signal their desire to make them in that style, rather than New World. This red is typically Mediterranean in its flavors: herbs, leather and ripe fruit laced by acidity ushering in a dry finish.",Le Mazet Old World,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Moulin de Gassac 2005 Le Mazet Old World Red (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moulin-gassac-2005-le-mazet-old-world-red-vin-pays-lherault/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Moulin de Gassac
14.2,Red,US,"Here's a nice, everyday sort of Merlot with some extra qualities that make it fine with steaks and chops. It displays firm but finely ground tannins and upfront cherry, coffee and licorice flavors.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mosaic 2002 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosaic-2002-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Mosaic
13,Sparkling,Italy,"A clean and luminous appearance set the stage for what follows: aromas of citrus, white stone, wildflowers and grass. Crisp and refreshing citrus flavors follow through to the palate and finish.",,13,85,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Moletto 2004 Pinot Bianco (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2004-pinot-blanc-bianco-orientale/,Pinot Bianco,2004,Moletto
11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco delivers heavier, fuller aromas of graham cracker, mature peach, lemon zest, kiwi and yellow rose. It's not as crisp as others, but is an easygoing sparkler with a playful touch of sweetness.",,13,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV  Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Mionetto
13,Red,New Zealand,"A chunky, soft wine with a strong wood influence, very much in keeping with the winery's style. This 51% Merlot-49% Malbec blend features a smoky, cedary, vanilla-laden bouquet, dark fruit flavors, supple tannins and a smooth finish.",Reserve,20,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2004 Reserve Merlot-Malbec (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2004-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-malbec-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Malbec,2004,Mills Reef
14.5,Red,US,"Cline has access to some pretty old vineyards in Contra Costa, the “opposite coast” from San Francisco, and they do a nice job of crafting the grapes into easy, relatively inexpensive wines. This one is upfront in jammy cherry, blueberry and chocolate fruit, and finishes dry and spicy.",Ancient Vines,16,85,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2005 Ancient Vines Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2005-ancient-vines-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2005,Cline
13.5,Red,US,"Cline makes interesting, offbeat red blends, and this composite of Syrah, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Alicante Bouchet and Mourvèdre comes from vineyards scattered all over California. It's a hearty, lusty wine, expressive in peppery cherry and mulberry flavors, and nicely dry. You'll be surprised at how rich it is at this price.",fiveREDS,9,85,California,California Other,California,Cline 2003 fiveREDS Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2003-fivereds-other/,Red Blend,2003,Cline
14.1,Red,US,"A bit sharp in acids, but the wine nonetheless has attractive Cabernet flavor, ripe tannins, and finishes with a dried herb taste. Seems like it was picked early. Try decanting for an hour or so before serving.",Symmetry Red Wine,55,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2001 Symmetry Red Wine Meritage (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2001-symmetry-red-wine-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Meritage,2001,Rodney Strong
14.3,Red,US,"The hope for this wine is that it will age, like certain Burgundies that are deceptively simple when young. Though elegant. it's thin and acidic now, with cola and tea flavors and a skinny texture that doesn't seem to be going anywhere. But who knows?",Ferguson Block,44,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2003 Ferguson Block Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2003-ferguson-block-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Robert Stemmler
10.5,White,US,"The grapes were grown in the Finger Lakes, then shipped in cold storage to the winemaking facility in Napa. The wine is pleasantly crisp, with off-dry green apple, pineapple and honeysuckle flavors. Nice with grilled trout or as a cocktail.",,18,85,America,,,Jana 2005 Riesling (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jana-2005-riesling-america/,Riesling,2005,Jana
13,Rose,Greece,"Hints of pickle quickly blow off to reveal juicy red berry aromas, while the smooth, almost oaky feel has good cherry, vanilla and wafer flavors. Simply pleasurable, rather than intense.",Akakies,11,85,Amyndeon,,,Kir-Yianni 2005 Akakies Xinomavro (Amyndeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kir-yianni-2005-akakies-greek-red-xinomavro-amyndeon/,Xinomavro,2005,Kir-Yianni
13.5,White,US,"The wine that made America fall in love with Chardonnay is still semi-sweet, with a treasure trove of tropical fruit and spice flavors, boosted with creamy oak barrel influence, that's pretty irresistible at this price. Now sourced exclusively from coastal counties, the wine shows a brisk, citrusy acidity.",Vintner's Reserve,12,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2005 Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2005-vintners-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,White,US,"Good everyday Chardonnay, a little stretched for fruit, but offering up pleasant enough peach, pineapple and apple flavors, with custardy, vanilla and woodsmoke nuances. Shares the characteristics of the best RRV Chard, although it's not as concentrated.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Lake Sonoma
,Red,France,"Lulu Bernard is the daughter of winemaker Louis Bernard. Under her name, the firm has produced an open, generous, easygoing wine, more to do with the perfumes and ripe fruits of Syrah than with the structure.",,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Lulu B. 2005 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lulu-b-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2005,Lulu B.
13,White,US,"No oak, nothing but the Musque clone, with its bright acids and gooseberry, grapefruit, lime and fig flavors. Easy to drink, and as versatile as dry white wines get with an enormous array of food.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Saba 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,San Saba
14.1,Red,US,"From the winery's vineyard at the foot of the Santa Lucia Highlands comes this ripe, pleasant wine. It's dry and crisp, even a little sharp, with full-bodied wintergreen mint, cherry, coffee and herb flavors. Drink now.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Saba 2004 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-2004-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2004,San Saba
12.5,White,Spain,"A sweet, almost punch-bowl nose greets you, followed by mellow apple and tropical fruit flavors. Medium-bodied and generally balanced, with shy but layered flavors and dryness that offers a bit of complexity.",,12,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña Mocen 2005 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mocen-2005-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2005,Viña Mocen
,White,France,"From vineyards owned by the Jeanjean family, this floral wine is soft and creamy, exhibiting fresh acidity, light green fruit flavors and spicy wood.",Petit Devois Roussanne Marsanne,13,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Vignobles Jeanjean 2004 Petit Devois Roussanne Marsanne White (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-jeanjean-2004-petit-devois-roussanne-marsanne-white-coteaux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Vignobles Jeanjean
13.5,Red,US,"Tastes like an Arroyo Seco white wine that's red, meaning the acidity and dryness hit you upfront, and also the purity of the fruit. Cherries all the way, with a spicy undertow. The body is very light, and you find yourself wishing the wine had a little more depth and intensity.",The Lady,28,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2004 The Lady Grenache (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2004-lady-grenache-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Grenache,2004,Ventana
14.5,Red,Spain,"Smells a touch green and pasty, and while the wine is deep and dark, there isn't a whole lot of definition or specificity to it. Sweet and heavy in the mouth, with chocolate notes. Creamy on the finish, with minimal flavor. Not bad but doesn't have an identifiable personality.",,45,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Valpiculata 2003  Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valpiculata-2003-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Valpiculata
13.5,White,South Africa,"A value-oriented brand that makes donations to shark research and preservation, this Chardonnay has front-running pineapple and other tropical fruit flavors that are a touch candied, but not short on intensity. Rounded in the mouth, with a smoky aftertaste.",Great White Unwooded,10,85,Western Cape,,,Shark Trust 2005 Great White Unwooded Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shark-trust-2005-great-white-unwooded-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2005,Shark Trust
15.1,Red,US,"Black cherry fruit stars in this dry, rustic wine. It has strong acids and dusty, astringent tannins, making it worthy of cheese, oil, sausage, tomatoes, that kind of fare.",Di Collina,20,85,California,South Coast,,Orfila 2003 Di Collina Sangiovese,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2003-collina-sangiovese-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Sangiovese,2003,Orfila
13.1,Rose,US,"It's so easy to imagine drinking this at a sidewalk café in Los Olivos, over a perfectly grilled entrecote with pommes frites. Though it's really a simple country wine, this Grenache Noir, blended with a little Syrah, offers lots of charm.",Vivant,22,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Vixen 2005 Vivant Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vixen-2005-vivant-rose-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2005,Vixen
14,Red,Chile,"A stacked wine with bold, grapey aromas that settle into blackberry. The palate is rather basic but with baked berry, chocolate and ripe raisin flavors, it's pleasing. Best for those who favor a jammy, easygoing style.",Reserva,13,85,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Reserva Syrah (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley/,Syrah,2004,Valdivieso
14.3,White,US,"I thought this was a Pinot Grigio, so flowery was it in aroma, but no, it's Sauvignon. Those honeysuckles show up in the flavors, too, along with lemons and limes, tangerines and a touch of vanilla cream. The finish is a little sweet, but the wine has nice, clean acids.",,23,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valdez 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdez-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Valdez
13.5,Red,US,"This is really a nice Merlot. It's a blast of cherry marmalade, blackberry, coffee and peppery spice flavors with a rich dusting of fine tannins. Sure, it's a little rustic, but with a steak on the barbie, who cares.",,11,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Turner Road 2004 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turner-road-2004-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2004,Turner Road
14.5,Red,US,"This is a good approximation of more costly Napa reds. It's rich in cherry, blackberry and mocha flavors, and dry, with a touch of smoky oak. There's good value for the money. From Delicato.",,16,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Irony 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Irony
15.1,Red,US,"With the silky mouthfeel of a nice Pinot Noir, and fine varietal character, this is a French-style Zin. It's dry and balanced, with pleasant cherry cola and spice flavors that are fairly complex, though light.",Wind Machine,34,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2004 Wind Machine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2004-wind-machine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Alderbrook
11.5,Sparkling,France,"A bright yellow wine with fine bubbles and a full mouthfeel. A touch of yeast enhances crisp citrus aromas, while the flavors are lemon-lime followed by the extended citrus family. Good acidity keeps it racy.",Brut,8,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Grandin NV Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandin-nv-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux-63835/,Sparkling Blend,,Grandin
14.1,White,US,"Here's a good everyday Chard, offering immediate pleasure in the ripe tropical fruit and peach flavors, creamy texture and smoky oak influence. It's a blend of Russian River and Alexander Valley.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Huntington 2005 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Huntington
14,Red,Spain,"For the most part this is a full-bodied, full-fruited wine that has what it takes to win people over. The nose is full of cherry, plum, licorice and coconut, while the palate is bright and ripe. It's a bit clumsy and not all that complex, but you can't knock the power and extract.",Reserva,15,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2002 Reserva Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2002-reserva-red-mancha/,Red Blend,2002,Finca Antigua
13.7,White,US,"Half-fermented in stainless steel, half in older oak, which is a common approach this day. This 100% varietal wine keeps Sauvignon's fresh, tart citrus fruit and acids, but adds just a little cream and softness. It's not a complicated wine, but it's a refreshing one, with some aspirations to complexity.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2005 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2005-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2005,Ferrari-Carano
14.5,Red,US,"Girard usually brings a Napa Cabernet touch to Petite Sirah, taming the wine's wildness into elegance. They did their best here, but the hot vintage got in the way. Shows good blackberry and cherry fruit along with chocolate, but there's an awkward imbalance between the dry, harsh tannins and the sugary finish. Drink now with barbecue.",,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2004 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2004-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2004,Girard
,White,France,"The bust of a fictitious Marquis adorns the label of this wine, an indication that it is being presented as a luxury brand, according to the publicity. It's a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, fresh, unwooded, with ripe melon and pear flavors.",Marquis de Chasse,9,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Ginestet 2005 Marquis de Chasse  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2005-marquis-chasse-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Ginestet
14.5,Red,US,"Cherries, cherries, cherries—the fruit goes on and on in this dry, soft, velvety wine. It's nothing complicated, but entirely pleasant, so easy to like with, say, penne and sausage.",Ancient Vines,16,85,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2005 Ancient Vines Carignan (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2005-ancient-vines-carignan-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Carignan,2005,Cline
13.5,Red,US,"From warmer southern regions of the county comes this ripely juicy, jammy young Merlot. It's powerful in red and black cherry, blackberry and mocha flavors that are wrapped in smooth, dusty tannins.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chalone Vineyard 2004 Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2004-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2004,Chalone Vineyard
14.5,Red,US,"This Cab shows potential. It's a big, ripe wine, with great flavors of black currant extract. But the sharp-elbowed, astringent tannins are unlikely to age out, and need refinement in future vintages.",Double Diamond Beckstoffer,25,86,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Schrader 2004 Double Diamond Beckstoffer Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schrader-2004-double-diamond-beckstoffer-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Schrader
13.4,White,US,"Picture-perfect Lake County Sauvignon, dryish and crisp in acids, with pleasantly ripe Meyer lemon, pineapple, fig, honeydew and spicy, white pepper flavors. There's no oak, yet boasts buttercream and vanilla.",,11,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2005-sauvignon-blanc-lake-county-63444/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Guenoc
,Red,US,"Tight and slim, with crisp black cherry fruit highlighted with clove and earth. There are subtle suggestions of soy and mushroom—umami, if you must—that show this winemaker's exceptional ability to bring detail and nuance even to base level corporate wines.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Snoqualmie
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh and crisp without being thin or hollow, this Prosecco offers polished aromas of lime, kiwi, honey, white stone, lemon candy and white flowers. Once it hits the palate, it becomes creamy and silky thanks to its playful effervescence.",Il Fresco,12,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Villa Sandi NV Il Fresco Prosecco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-il-fresco-sparkling-prosecco-veneto/,Prosecco,,Villa Sandi
13.7,Red,US,"Tastes like a Cabernet, dry and tannic and fairly sharp, with blackberry, cherry and coffee flavors. A bit rustic.",Bliss Vineyards,20,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2003 Bliss Vineyards Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2003-bliss-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2003,Brutocao
13.3,White,US,"An interesting wine that depends on the right food matching to succeed. It's dryish to honeyed, and enormously ripe and fruity, with apricot, nectarine, pineapple, jasmine, honeysuckle and all kinds of Asian spice flavors. Calls for complex dishes, such as lake fish or chicken and a savory chutney.",,17,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2005 Gewürztraminer (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2005-gewurztraminer-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Ventana
13.5,White,US,"I like everything about this wine. Peaches, pineapples, vanilla custard and buttered toast flavors, crisp acids, a creamy, oaky veneer, a nice, long dry finish—it's all there. It doesn't have the concentrated intensity of greater wines, but it's very nice.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2004 Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Wente
14,Red,Spain,"Round up front, with solid fruit aromas mixed with oak and vanilla. In the mouth, it features bold cherry and raspberry flavors supported by zesty acidity and bold tannins. Finishes full, with a lot of oak-driven butter. More than competent.",Real Reserva,25,86,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Museum 2002 Real Reserva Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/museum-2002-real-reserva-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2002,Museum
11.5,Sparkling,France,"A 100% Sémillon wine, this crémant has a rich yellow color, aroma of crème brûlée, vanilla and charred oak, and plenty of toast on the palate. Behind the oak veneer are lemon-lime flavors powered by zesty acidity.",Brut,20,86,Bordeaux,Crémant de Bordeaux,,Marquis de Belon NV Brut  (Crémant de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-belon-nv-brut-semillon-cremant/,Sémillon,,Marquis de Belon
15.3,White,US,"There's an earthiness to this Chard, and a softness despite high (.65) acidity. The flavors veer toward peaches and pineapples, with sweet, fresh green thyme and lots of toasty new oak. Pretty good, with an oaky, honeyed finish.",Genny's Vineyard,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Falcor 2003 Genny's Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcor-2003-gennys-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Falcor
14.5,Red,US,"Lots of new oak here, so much that the wine is dominated by it. Beyond the vanilla and char are slightly sweetened cherry pie filling flavors, with soft acids and a peppery finish. Good, but needs work.",Estate Grown,60,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2003 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2003-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Donum
13.9,Red,US,"Sits on the border of ordinary and fancy, and the right food could make the difference. Dry, rich and fruity in berry-cherry and Asian spice flavors and smoky oak, this two-county Cab has a rough edge to the softness. Cries out for a salty, peppery grilled steak.",,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Artesa 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Artesa
14.5,Red,US,"Pretty good price for a genuine Stags Leap Cab. It's got plenty of blackberry, cherry, cocoa and oak flavors, with a good structure of edgy tannins and crisp acids. Might improve for a few years, but good now for its chewy deliciousness.",Lot 16,16,86,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Cameron Hughes 2004 Lot 16 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2004-lot-16-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Cameron Hughes
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh and uncomplicated, which is the true DNA of basic Prosecco. It's a cocktail-apéritif wine par supreme, a bit sweet but not overwhelmingly so. The flavors of apple and pear are pure and likable. And the wine shows a touch of creaminess as it sits on your tongue. Imported by Marco & Son Wine Importing.",,9,86,Veneto,Prosecco del Veneto,,Astoria NV  Prosecco del Veneto,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-del/,Prosecco,,Astoria
,Red,Argentina,"Shows some young-vine raciness but also the sappy red cherry that is Rio Negro Malbec. Balanced and nicely oaked, with a comfortable finish that carries both chocolate and vanilla. From the maker of Fabre Montmayou.",,13,86,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Infinitus 2004 Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinitus-2004-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2004,Infinitus
13,Rose,US,"A market glut of Pinot Noir grapes and wine is resulting in more vintners offering the variety as a blush. Consumers are the beneficiaries. This delightful wine is delicate, silky and dry, with tangy acids framing subtle strawberries and cream flavors.",Pinot Noir Rosé,15,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2005 Pinot Noir Rosé Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2005-pinot-noir-rose-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kenwood
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a huge wine that trades subtlety for sheer power. It's in your face, an explosion of blackberry and cherry flavors with a cinnamon-sprinkled espresso finish and bigtime tannins, and is thankfully dry. Drink now through 2007.",Jack London Vineyard,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2003 Jack London Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2003-jack-london-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2003,Kenwood
13.5,Red,US,"Jammy, grapey and fresh, with blackberry and cherry flavors that taste right out of the fermenter. Richness comes from notes of coffee, leather and spice. So easy to imagine drinking this wine with a cheeseburger.",,13,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Liberty School 2004 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2004,Liberty School
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Much more spicy and nuanced than most cavas, whether we're talking rosado or not. This one begins with aromas of black gumdrops and orange drink. The palate echoes the nose as it displays star anise and Sambuca flavors along with distant citrus. A different breed that's both odd and intriguing.",Brut Rosé,16,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cava/,Pinot Noir,,Juvé y Camps
,Red,France,"The branded line of wines produced at Laroche's Mas la Chevaliere in the Languedoc goes out under Michel Laroche's own name. This Syrah is packed with clean, ripe, enjoyable fruit, a spicy character with just a touch of vanilla and good acidity.",Syrah,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laroche 2005 Syrah Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2005-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2005,Laroche
13.5,White,US,"This is a ripely fruity wine with a dollop of French oak that's a textbook example of Lodi. Soft in acids, with powerful tropical fruit, nectarine, peach, pear and apple flavors, it offers clean, easy drinking.",,17,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,7 Heavenly Chards 2005 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/7-heavenly-chards-2005-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2005,7 Heavenly Chards
14.8,Red,US,"Sure is ripe, flooding the mouth with dry pie filling flavors of blackberries, cherries and raspberries, with the chocolate fudge edge that so many modernly ripe red wines get. All it needs now is more classic structure and mouthfeel.",Round Mountain Vineyard,19,86,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Brassfield 2003 Round Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2003-round-mountain-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Zinfandel,2003,Brassfield
14.1,White,US,"This is a wonderfully versatile wine. Great acidity brightens the citrus flavors and makes the finish clean and zesty. No oak, just stainless steel.",,15,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Shannon Ridge
14.3,Red,US,"A young, immature wine; it's all primary blackberry and cherry fruit, chewy tannins, oak and, above all, acids. You could slug it down now, or you can let it mellow for 10–20 years.",,19,86,California,Lake County,High Valley,Shannon Ridge 2005 Barbera (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2005-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Barbera,2005,Shannon Ridge
14.1,Red,US,"Superripe and jammy in cherry pie filling, raspberry, chocolate, blackberry and lots of oak, this wine has a little bite of raisins in the finish. Drink now–2009.",,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carrefour 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carrefour-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Carrefour
,Red,France,"A blend of Grenache and Syrah from the biodynamic Borie la Vitarelle estate. It's a typically ripe southern wine, but with a good tannic structure that underlies the raisin and blackberry flavors.",Les Terres Blanches,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,Borie la Vitarelle 2004 Les Terres Blanches Grenache-Syrah (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borie-vitarelle-2004-terres-blanches-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-saint-chinian/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Borie la Vitarelle
,Red,US,"The winery's first-ever Cab Franc includes a generous (19%) hit of Merlot: “It cuts through the vegetative, tannic aspect,” explains the winemaker. Perfectly drinkable despite its youth, it is showing some nice aromatics, with the classic green coffee notes. It finishes a bit severe, austere; the tannins are dry and the fruit is a bit tight.",,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bergevin Lane 2004 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2004-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Bergevin Lane
13,Red,Spain,"Tight-grained oak on top of slightly herbal fruit gives this wine an Old World bouquet. Juicy cherry, raspberry and olive flavors work the palate, followed by an acidic, drying finish that lasts for quite a while. Lean and zesty; this has definite merits.",Reserva,20,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2000 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2000-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Baron De Ley
14.4,Red,US,"Looking for a good, moderately priced Napa Cab? Check this one out. It's dry and balanced, with firm tannins and acids framing sweetly ripe Cabernet fruit flavors and a nice touch of oak. The grapes are mostly from Rutherford.",Lot 15,15,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2003 Lot 15 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2003-lot-15-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Cameron Hughes
14.6,White,US,"If you like your Viogniers with flamboyant, in-your-face flavors, try this one. Honeysuckle, smoky peach pie, apricot and vanilla cream, pineapple custard, it goes on and on. There's some sweetness to the finish, with fortunate acidity to balance and cleanse.",Reserve,20,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 2005 Reserve Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2005-reserve-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2005,Bridlewood
14.3,White,US,"Nice and direct in ripe fruit and oak flavors, this is textbook proper Chardonnay. The flavors are of tropical fruits and spice, the texture is creamy, the finish is long and spicy.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2005 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Martin Ray
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is from a part of New Zealand not known for its Pinot Noir, but don't discount it for that—it offers plenty of Pinot character, from its earth, mushroom and cola-scented bouquet to its plump, silky texture and tart, sour-cherry finish. Drink now.",,31,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 2004 Pinot Noir (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-2004-pinot-noir-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Noir,2004,Matariki
,White,France,"A blend of many white grapes, this is a lovely crisp wine, fresh as can be but with an exotic herbal character. Dry to taste, it is also rich and rounded.",Le Mazet Old World White,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Moulin de Gassac 2005 Le Mazet Old World White White (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moulin-gassac-2005-le-mazet-old-world-white-vin-pays-lherault/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Moulin de Gassac
13.5,White,US,"This is a clean and easy Sauvignon Blanc. It's crisp in acidity, with bright, focused lemon, lime, tart green apple, fig and spicy white melon flavors. A nice sipper at a fair price.",,12,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mosaic 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosaic-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Mosaic
,White,Argentina,"There are fumé blancs that are oak-backed and others that aren't. This one is the former. The nose is full of toast and vanilla, while the fruit is on the ripe, weighty side, with peach, melon and lemon flavors. Fairly rich in the mouth, with whetting acidity.",Ciclos,27,86,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2006 Ciclos Fumé Blanc (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2006-ciclos-sauvignon-blanc-fume-cafayate/,Fumé Blanc,2006,Michel Torino
14.5,Red,US,"Opens with red plum, berry, toast and a whiff of fresh tomato. Arguably a bit sharp in the mouth, but the overt acidity only emphasizes the brightness of the cherry, raspberry and plum flavors. Jumpy and juicy on the finish. Definitely not heavy.",Starmont,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2002 Starmont Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2002-starmont-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Merryvale
12.5,Red,Greece,"The nose starts a bit funky and earthy, but clears to reveal scents of  blueberry pie and grape jelly. Full in the mouth, it has a soft, smooth feel with acidity to give it a lift. The blueberry compote flavors are a bit hidden by heavy tannins, but drink this with a steak or rack of lamb and watch the tannins melt away.",Lion d'Or,15,86,Greece,,,Nico Lazaridi 2004 Lion d'Or Cabernet Sauvignon (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nico-lazaridi-2004-lion-dor-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Nico Lazaridi
,Red,US,"The Cuvée Lucia line from Andrew Will is moderately priced, usually limited edition and often devoted to varietal wines that don't fit the mainstream lineup. This Red Mountain Sangiovese is a light wine, with pretty strawberry/ cherry fruit, plenty of acid, and just a twinge of tobacco hinting at true varietal character.",Cuvée Lucia Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Andrew Will 2004 Cuvée Lucia Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Sangiovese (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2004-cuvee-lucia-ciel-cheval-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sangiovese,2004,Andrew Will
14.3,Red,US,"Flavors of raspberry and cherry Lifesavers, this silky, easy Pinot has overtones of vanilla, cinnamon and toast. It's soft and gentle and, well, just plain likeable.",,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2005 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2005-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Andretti
13.5,Red,Romania,"The Dealu Mare region is Romania's wine basket, with international and local varieties grown. This Cab is expressive, showing aromas of purple berry, cinnamon and char. Flavors are similar, with meat and leather adding to the somewhat candied, mixed berry taste. Smooth and fairly light for Cabernet.",Special Reserve,15,86,Dealu Mare,,,La Belle Amie 2002 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-amie-2002-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-dealu-mare/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,La Belle Amie
,White,France,"Heady, perfumed aromas give this wine an exotic character. The fruit is rich, well concentrated, touched by apricots but perfumed and soft.",Ninet de Peña Viognier,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de Cases de Péne 2005 Ninet de Peña Viognier Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-cases-pene-2005-ninet-pena-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2005,Les Vignerons de Cases de Péne
12,Red,Greece,"From a broader region than Naoussa, this wine has aromas of cherry, tobacco and copper leading to some rustic flavors of mulberry, mint and nice cherry fruit. Medium-bodied and on the soft side, with relatively mild tannins for this variety, the finish is dry with hints of tobacco.",Xinomavro,14,86,Macedonia,,,Tsantali 2002 Xinomavro Xinomavro (Macedonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2002-xinomavro-greek-red-xinomavro-macedonia/,Xinomavro,2002,Tsantali
,White,France,"This is a fresh, lightly perfumed, crisp wine featuring red apple and kiwi fruit flavors. It is poised, elegant, with just a hint of Viognier weight and richness. Not imported.",La Bergerie Viognier,,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Sainte-Croix 2005 La Bergerie Viognier Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sainte-croix-2005-bergerie-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2005,Sainte-Croix
14.5,Red,US,"A little on the thin, wintergreen side, but the wine has a fresh, young appeal, and enough fanciness to go with lamb, pork and roast beef. The fruit is all cherry pie filling, with classic Russian River cola, rosehip tea and rhubarb, and a tasteful overlay of toasty oak. Not an ager.",Estate Vineyards,32,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 2004 Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2004-estate-vineyards-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Russian Hill
13,Sparkling,Australia,"Taltarni's Brut Taché is a coppery-pink rosé with a bouquet that combines toasty, yeasty notes with assertive citrus scents, then adds on some savory, mushroomy elements. It's even meatier and more savory on the palate, making it better suited than most sparklers to match with meat courses. Doesn't seem likely to age further, so drink up.",Brut Taché,20,86,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 2003 Brut Taché Sparkling (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2003-brut-tache-sparkling-victoria/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Taltarni
13.5,Red,US,"Beautiful everyday Zin, just picture perfect Foothills. Dry and spicy, with blackberry, cherry, licorice, cola and wild thyme, but never heavy. The wine has a silky, elegant lightness. This is a fabulous ten dollar bottle of Zin.",,10,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Santino 2003 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santino-2003-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2003,Santino
13.5,White,US,"Clean, crisp and fruity, this refreshing wine offers polished citrus, apple, fig, melon and clover honey flavors, with high, fizzy acidity. Straddles the line between dry and off-dry.",,19,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 2005 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Sanford
14.9,White,US,"Rich in honeyed wildflower and ripe tropical fruit flavors, with a smoky, pastry pie crust, buttery sweetness, this soft, creamy wine is just delicious. Finishes just a little bit sweet.",Camp 4 Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2005 Camp 4 Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2005-camp-4-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache Blanc,2005,Epiphany
13.9,Red,US,"The grapes got plenty ripe in the sunny side valleys of SLO county. Blackberries, cherries, blueberries, plums, chocolate, it's all there, wrapped in dry, finely ground tannins. Good now with steak, roasts, lamb.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Edna Valley Vineyard 2004 Merlot (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2004-merlot-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Merlot,2004,Edna Valley Vineyard
10,Red,Moldova,"This is the best of Cricova's Collection series, which consists of wines that age in the winery for years. It has an evolved nose of aged cheese, earth, stem and tobacco, with some fruit to spare. Fairly light for a Cabernet, it maintains healthy, yet dusty, tannins supporting barnyard, leather, brown spice and chewing tobacco flavors. The fruit has gone, but what remains is an interesting, complex wine with good intensity.",Collection Cabernet,23,86,Moldova,,,Cricova 1993 Collection Cabernet Cabernet Sauvignon (Moldova),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cricova-1993-collection-cabernet-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1993,Cricova
14.4,White,US,"Sourced from Napa, Lake County and Lodi, this is a complex white wine with quite a bit of sophistication. Mainly Sauvignon Blanc with some Semillon, it shows citrus, peach, flower petal, mineral and vanilla flavors, with crisp acidity and a long, spicy finish.",The Novelist Meritage White,18,86,California,California Other,California,Cosentino 2005 The Novelist Meritage White White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2005-novelist-meritage-white-other/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Cosentino
13.5,Red,US,"Now that they're no longer making only bubbly, the winery is trying to identify block selections of dry Pinot Noir. Give them some time. This Pinot is promising, showing cherry, cola and spice flavors in an elegantly silky texture.",Gravel Knob,40,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2002 Gravel Knob Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2002-gravel-knob-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2002,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,France,"This wine emphasizes the jammy, ripe fruited side of Merlot. It is big and bold, with some good dense black fruit flavors alongside the considerable layer of tannins. Not a Merlot to be drunk on its own: it needs food.",French Roots Merlot,8,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Ginestet 2004 French Roots Merlot Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2004-french-roots-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2004,Ginestet
,White,France,"Full-bodied in style, this is an example of a Viognier that needs food. Its structure and acidity move away from the white fruits and perfumes, and more to coolness and dryness. There's just a touch of wood, but the fruit dominates.",Viognier Collection,,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2005 Viognier Collection Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2005-viognier-collection-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2005,Gérard Bertrand
15.3,White,US,"The 65% new oak is not balanced. Hard to say why. The fruit's there, all gooey pineapple tart and sweet vanilla buttery pie crust, and the alcohol doesn't bother me a bit, but the wine loses points for that toothpick taste.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,38,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Falcor 2003 Bacigalupi Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcor-2003-bacigalupi-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Falcor
14.4,Red,US,"Richer and more balanced than the two previous vintages, with opulent cherry pastry filling, blackberry, blueberry, cocoa and spice flavors that are superripe, but essentially dry. Good tannins and acids, too. A wine to watch.",Zinfusion,19,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2004 Zinfusion Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-zinfusion-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Castoro Cellars
13.5,Red,Spain,"This is a perfectly good, fairly dark Garnacha that oozes bacon smoke and blueberry syrup aromas. The palate is mildly zesty due to adequate acidity, while the blackberry flavors carry a certain savory quality along with firm tannins.",Tintorera,9,86,Central Spain,Almansa,,Castillo de Almansa 2005 Tintorera Garnacha (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-almansa-2005-tintorera-grenache-garnacha-almansa/,Garnacha,2005,Castillo de Almansa
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Apple and fresh celery aromas define the nose. The palate offers equal doses of apple, lees and mineral notes, while the finish is a touch chalky and very slightly bitter. Not flawed but a bit less than generous in Prosecco's normal zest and clarity.",Extra Dry,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco del Veneto,,Casalnova NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco del Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casalnova-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-del/,Prosecco,,Casalnova
12.9,Red,US,"Grown in Wente's home territory east of San Francisco, this wine shows ripe blackberry, plum, coffee and herb flavors, with thick, dusty tannins. It's very dry, with real elegance. Good value from this venerable winery.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Wente
14.3,Red,US,"The old Italian field blends must have been like this. Rustic, hearty and dry, with good, rich earthy, berry flavors, the wine has the tannic body to wash down almost anything. But roasted meats will be particularly nice, especially a rosemary-scented leg of lamb.",Mo Jo Ten Barrels,40,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Spann Vineyards 2002 Mo Jo Ten Barrels Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-2002-mo-jo-ten-barrels-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Spann Vineyards
10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Fastened with a yellow bottle cap, this is an informal, cool Prosecco that is low in alcohol and long in charm. Easy to drink, it presents pretty floral aromas followed by flavors of straw, herbs, lime and honey. Light and clean in the mouth, it makes an excellent cocktail wine.",Il,11,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Il  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-il-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Mionetto
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"If you thought Lambrusco (a fizzy, red wine often served chilled) cannot pair with food, think again. The wine's effervescence and acidity make it perfect for cutting through cream- and cheese-based dishes. This dry version has a dark, ruby color with red berry aromas, clove and a touch of mint tea.",Concerto Lambrusco Reggiano Secco,21,86,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Medici Ermete 2005 Concerto Lambrusco Reggiano Secco Lambrusco (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medici-ermete-2005-concerto-lambrusco-reggiano-secco-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia-romagna/,Lambrusco,2005,Medici Ermete
15.5,Red,US,"The outlines of a great Dry Creek Zin are here in the fleshy texture, polished tannins and ripe, briary flavors of wild red raspberries, cherries and blueberries. The problem is a certain sweet, glyceriney harshness that comes from very high alcohol, courtesy of the extreme vintage conditions.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2004 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Mauritson
14,Red,Spain,"Sweet black fruit starts up the engine, and beyond that it mostly tastes like raspberry and plum. Quite big and fruity, with a peppery streak to the finish. Registers full but a bit tough, with some tannic bite.",Ars Nova,25,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Tandem 2004 Ars Nova Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tandem-2004-ars-nova-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2004,Tandem
13.7,White,US,"Here's a modest, likeable Chard, a bit soft, with pear, apple, peach and cream flavors. It's extremely well balanced, and has a satisfyingly long finish. Great with roast chicken or grilled fish with a brown butter sauce.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mosaic 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosaic-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Mosaic
14.8,Red,US,"A bit on the tannic side, with a slight green, unripe feeling, but there's something nice about the blackberry fruit, with a taste of roasted coffeebean, and the smooth, velvety texture. A satisfying wine.",Vineyard Select,38,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Owl Ridge 2004 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owl-ridge-2004-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Owl Ridge
14.3,White,US,"Fruity and lush, this Sauvignon offers a blast of lemon and lime, pineapple, apple sauce and cinnamon spice flavors, offset by crisp acids. With no oak, the fruit is the real star.",,19,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Provenance Vineyards 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Provenance Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Cab Franc, this is a somewhat rustic wine: Though it has a jagged mouthfeel, it also has deep, wholesome blackberry, blueberry, cherry and chocolate flavors. With a smoky char-broiled steak, it'll be fine.",Para Siempre,38,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Para Siempre Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-para-siempre-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Peachy Canyon
,Red,France,"There is plenty of the firm tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon, but this wine, one of the more successful in the French Roots range, is also fully charged with Languedoc denseness and ripeness. It has a proper stalky, black currant finish.",French Roots Cabernet Sauvignon,8,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Ginestet 2005 French Roots Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2005-french-roots-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Ginestet
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Very round and candied, with a ton of vanilla on the nose. It's made in the supersweet style, as if it's supposed to go with wedding cake or caramel bon bons. Yet there's enough balance to keep it on an even keel, which should make it perfect for those raised on candy-sweet wines and their kin. Certainly not to everyone's liking but not a poorly made wine by any means.",Spumante,10,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Spumante Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-spumante-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
,Sparkling,France,"A pleasant, fresh wine, with flavors of strawberries and a crisp, poised and elegant aftertaste.",Brut Rosé,60,86,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Sousa & Fils
13.5,Red,US,"Wine lovers who want to figure Pinot out but are on a limited budget would do well to buy this one. It's properly dry and silky, with cherry, strawberry, cola, tea and cinnamon clove flavors. The wine, made from components from Mendocino to Santa Barbara, is a testament to the fine art of blending.",,13,86,California,California Other,California,Cartlidge & Browne 2005 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2005-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,Cartlidge & Browne
13.5,White,US,"Cool climate acidity and long hangtime ripeness mark this expressive wine. It's filled with tart green apple, peach, pineapple, pine cone and rich honeyed flavors, with that distinctive waxed bean note of Chenin Blanc.",,11,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2005 Chenin Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2005-chenin-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Husch
15.6,Red,US,"From an old field blend said to date to the 1880s. The winery states that the wine also includes Grenache, Petite Sirah, Alicante, Carignane and several other varieties. It's a very complex Zin, with layers of fruits, berries, herbs and spices, and is full-bodied enough for anything from steak to venison. Minor quibble: too sweet despite high alcohol.",Old Hill Ranch,34,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bucklin 2004 Old Hill Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bucklin-2004-old-hill-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Bucklin
14.2,Red,US,"The vineyard is part of the Fess Parker estate, and the wine tastes dry and fruity, with a core of cherries, plums, blackberries, sweet leather and bitter chocolate flavors that finish a little thin. There's a delicately silky mouthfeel, with firm tannins that call for a nice steak.",Rodney Shull Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brophy Clark 2003 Rodney Shull Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2003-rodney-shull-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2003,Brophy Clark
14.1,Red,US,"Soft, fleshy and opulent, with delicious cherry preserve flavors and a sprinkle of dusty cocoa and cinnamon. Feels elegant and upscale in the mouth.",,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carrefour 2003 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carrefour-2003-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Carrefour
14.5,Red,US,"Alderbrook just keeps on doing a good job at moderately priced wines that offer plenty of richness and varietal character. This Zin pleases for its dry, gentle flavors of berries, cherries and spices, with a suggestion of thyme and nettles.",Old Vine,20,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Alderbrook
,Red,France,"For a simple Côtes du Rhône, this blend of 75% Grenache with Syrah is dense, smooth and supple. There are great red fruit flavors and soft tannins. This is ready to drink now, a fine barbecue wine.",Le Pavillon de Château Beauchêne,11,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Beauchêne 2003 Le Pavillon de Château Beauchêne Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauchene-2003-le-pavillon-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château Beauchêne
,Red,France,"The smart presentation—split label, fancy lettering—gives a good first impression to this well-made, easy-drinking Bordeaux. It has soft, ripe fruit, light tannins and flavors of mulberries. It is already mature.",Bordeaux Haut-Benauge,60,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Chateau Lacombe 2000 Bordeaux Haut-Benauge  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lacombe-2000-bordeaux-haut-benauge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Chateau Lacombe
13.3,Red,US,"Castoro's tried really hard to perfect Cabernet in Paso, and this one, from a hotter part of the appellation, shows typically ripe fruit and softness that make it appealing. It's dryish to slightly sweet, and rich in blackberry and cherry pie filling, melted chocolate and licorice, with a cinnamon spice flourish.",,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2003 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2003-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Castoro Cellars
14.1,Red,US,"Here's a nice Merlot that's drinking well now. It has soft, fine tannins and a crisp spine of acidity, while the flavors run to ripe blackberries, coffee, cocoa and smoky leather.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carrefour 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carrefour-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Carrefour
14,Red,Chile,"This Cabernet runs tight but herbal, with aromas of earth, tree bark and leather but not much in the way of lively fruit. Flavors of plums and berries seem a touch stewy, while the finish is bulky and mildly tannic. In Carmen's defense, 2002 was a wet, cool year by Chilean standards.",Gold Reserve,50,86,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2002 Gold Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2002-gold-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Carmen
13.5,Red,Spain,"Lemon peel and zesty raspberry aromas greet you, and next in line comes a mouthful of sharp red-fruit flavors that are tangy and juicy. This represents the fresh, almost austere side of Tempranillo. It's also similar to most 2002s, which are more lean and tart than average.",Crianza,14,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2002 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2002-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2002,Viña Mayor
14,Red,Spain,"Full and fruity as well as dense and structured. Not bad for an inexpensive Spanish red. The palate is fairly smooth but also a tad bit juicy. Chocolate, coffee and a dryness work the palate. Even shows some finesse along the way.",,7,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Infinitus 2005 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinitus-2005-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2005,Infinitus
,Red,Argentina,"Smells a little hot and peppery, but the palate is big and expansive, with generous flavors of blackberry and vanilla. Round on the finish, if a bit generic, and not overly identifiable as Merlot. Still, it's an attractive, spicy red wine.",Gran Reserva,25,86,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Infinitus 2005 Gran Reserva Merlot (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinitus-2005-gran-reserva-merlot-rio-negro-valley/,Merlot,2005,Infinitus
13.5,Red,US,"The winemaker calls this a “friendly” Syrah, and that just about sums it up. It's a softly gentle wine, with a silky texture almost like Pinot Noir, and jammy flavors of berries and cherries and a dry, fruity finish.",Base Camp,15,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Gravity Hills 2003 Base Camp Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gravity-hills-2003-base-camp-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Gravity Hills
14,Red,Chile,"Ripe and pleasant, with red-fruit aromas that tilt toward jammy. The palate features common but rewarding dark-fruit, chocolate and vanilla flavors. And the finish is tasty, albeit heady. Weighs in a touch heavy, but could use more kick.",Reserva,18,86,Central Valley,,,Echeverria 2002 Reserva Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2002-reserva-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Echeverria
14.1,Red,US,"With a little Merlot and Petit Verdot, this wine displays soft acids and round, melted tannins to harmonize with the superripe fruit—blackberries, cherries and mocha, along with sweet vanilla and spice flavors from judicious oak. Drink now.",Meritage,33,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Estancia 2003 Meritage Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2003-meritage-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Estancia
16,Red,Australia,"This wine has notable attributes, but also some drawbacks. Initial aromas are tarry and rubbery, although these temper with air into something more resembling tree bark. The bulk of the flavors are dark notes of coffee, earth and prune, although a streak of tart berries stands out, becoming dominant on the tart, fresh finish.",100 Year Old Vine,60,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Heath Wines 2003 100 Year Old Vine Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heath-wines-2003-100-year-old-vine-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Heath Wines
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This is pretty solid as far as unoaked Chardonnay goes, with clean mixed fruit flavors of apple, melon and pear providing modest complexity and weight. Finishes crisp, citrusy and refreshing.",EC2 Gimblett Gravels,20,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Hatton Estate 2005 EC2 Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatton-estate-2005-ec2-gimblett-gravels-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2005,Hatton Estate
,Red,US,"Very soft to the point of melted, this gentle wine has chocolate, blackberry pie, cherry jam and smoky flavors that are fundamentally dry, but finish with an almost liqueur-like sweetness. Good with everything from a smoky charbroiled steak to vanilla ice cream.",,35,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Merriam 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Merriam
15.3,Red,US,"Have some warm country Zin. It's black in color, with high alcohol, soft acids and Porty flavors of blackberry essence, sweetened espresso and chocolate truffle.",Gold Rush,24,86,California,California Other,California,Orfila 2004 Gold Rush Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2004-gold-rush-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Orfila
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a pale, straw-colored sparkler with such decisive aromatic intensity, it borders on being pungent. Notes of melon, apricot and yellow flower are delivered in a direct, vertical manner. The wine is crisp, but very tender on the tongue.",,10,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Conte Collalto NV  Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-collalto-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Conte Collalto
14.4,Red,US,"A soft, voluptuous Merlot. The velvety texture frames ripe, juicy blackberry, cherry jam and milk chocolate flavors, with a flowery, violet note. But the wine is too soft, and the tannins melted.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2002 Mitsuko's Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2002-mitsukos-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2002,Clos Pegase
13.5,White,US,"Chard doesn't get any riper, unless it's late harvest. Floods the mouth with peach custard, pineapple, guava, nectarine and apple flavors, with a rich, creamy, oaky finish. It's a bit one-dimensional, but what a tasty dimension.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Blackstone 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Blackstone
14,Red,South Africa,"Starts off beautifully with aromas of mulberry, smoke, eraser and a hint of lemon leading to dark berry fruit flavors. Then notes of leather crop up, and later gain strength. Yet this wine is smooth with a medium-full body and plenty of fruit to keep pace over the next year.",,12,86,Stellenbosch,,,Beyerskloof 2005 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyerskloof-2005-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2005,Beyerskloof
13,Rose,US,"Says Syrah on the label, but it contains a dollop of Nebbiolo and Mourvèdre. Despite the light color, the wine is deeply flavored, although dry, with a complex array of red cherry, strawberry, tea, herb and spice flavors. Best of all is the refreshing acidity, which makes this wine a natural for food.",Syrah Rosé,10,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Santino 2005 Syrah Rosé Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santino-2005-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2005,Santino
,White,France,"A blend of the typical southern Rhône white grapes, along with some Viognier, this is a full, fat wine, but one which is leavened with delicious fruit flavors and an enticing floral aroma. Drink now.",Les Abeilles,12,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 Les Abeilles White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-abeilles-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo
,White,France,"A spicy herbal wine, with a touch of fennel and lemon, along with white fruits. Fresh and ripe but with a definite spicy wood element.",Les Salices Viognier,9,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,J. & F. Lurton 2005 Les Salices Viognier Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2005-salices-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2005,J. & F. Lurton
,Red,France,"A friendly wine, with attractive, juicy, red berry flavors, this is soft and spicy with a touch of pepper. It is one in the branded range of wines produced at Chablis producer Michel Laroche's Mas la Chevaliere in the Languedoc.",Merlot,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laroche 2005 Merlot Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2005-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2005,Laroche
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Feels a bit rough and sandpapery, but otherwise it's a nicely dry wine, with good structure and true Champagne flavors of citrus, cherry cream and yeast. Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir.",Brut Cuvée,18,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia NV Brut Cuvée Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-nv-brut-cuvee-sparkling-arroyo-grande-valley-62687/,Sparkling Blend,,Laetitia
12.1,Sparkling,US,"This is one of the lower dosage Korbel bubblies, and quite dry. It's a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and has a very smooth, refined mouthfeel, with delicate flavors of citrus, yeast, honey and a touch of strawberry.",Natural,14,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 2004 Natural Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2004-natural-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Korbel
14.5,Red,US,"Nice Zin, rich in wild blackberry, cherry, blueberry, chocolate and coconut candy flavors, with a briary, peppery finish. There's an appealing fat, round softness in this wine.",,17,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dynamite Vineyards 2004 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dynamite-2004-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Dynamite Vineyards
12.5,White,US,"What a nice PG, at this price and even more expensive. Tremendously likeable for its well-ripened pineapple, apple, peach, fig, pear, honeysuckle and cinnamon spice flavors. A dash of Viognier certainly helps. Finishes a little sweet, but balanced with crisp acidity.",,10,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Santino 2005 Pinot Grigio (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santino-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Santino
14.1,White,US,"Here's a fresh young wine with flavors that are really kind of interesting, suggesting citrus fruits, peaches, apricots and limes. Barrel fermented, it resembles a creamy Chardonnay, but with a zippy tangerine zest brightness and good, crisp acidity.",,18,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Saddleback 2005 Pinot Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2005-pinot-blanc-napa-oakville/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Saddleback
12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Has some herbal, medicinal overtones to the bouquet, which is otherwise rather fruity and appealing, while the strawberry and cherry flavors are slightly piney or resinous. Medium in weight, it retains a sense of freshness on the finish that makes it drinkable on its own or with food.",SB17 Coonawarra Cuvée Sparkling,27,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Rumball NV SB17 Coonawarra Cuvée Sparkling Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rumball-nv-sb17-coonawarra-cuvee-sparkling-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,,Rumball
13,Red,Spain,"Deep and secure on the nose, with richness and a strong whiff of fresh leather. The palate is serious as it deals black fruit and spice. Chocolate and rugged tannins carry the hard, almost grabby finish. A power¬ful but approachable blend.",El Miracle 120,10,86,Levante,Valencia,,Vicente Gandia 2004 El Miracle 120 Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-2004-el-miracle-120-tempranillo-blend-valencia/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Vicente Gandia
13.5,White,South Africa,"A nice combination of gooseberry and mineral on the nose, while the palate entry is round, wrapping gooseberry flavors into a seamless wine. Soft acidity and hints of green bean keep it lively, and green peppercorn adds to the finish.",Zondernaam,17,86,Western Cape,,,Tokara 2005 Zondernaam Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokara-2005-zondernaam-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Tokara
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Has a green, chlorophyllic edge to its bright cherry flavors, but this is a plump, easygoing Marlborough Pinot Noir with solid appeal. Not as soft or supple as many, it instead offers slightly drying tannins and a crisp finish.",,20,86,Marlborough,,,Seven Terraces 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-terraces-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Seven Terraces
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A bit stewy at first sniff, heavy plum aromas having a cooked quality, but the flavors aren't overboard, maintaining some chocolate, cola and plum, while the mouthfeel is pleasant, medium-full bodied with soft tannins. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Prima,16,86,Stellenbosch,,,Le Bonheur 2001 Prima Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bonheur-2001-prima-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Le Bonheur
,Red,France,"This Australian blend comes across as something altogether leaner in the hands of Laurent Miquel. The fruit is fresh and lively, with some dark tannins, but the essence of the wine is in the black currant and spice that form its backbone.",Cabernet-Syrah,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2005 Cabernet-Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2005-cabernet-syrah-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2005,Laurent Miquel
12,White,Greece,"Savatiano is often used in retsina, a traditional Greek wine made with pine resin, but can also make fine table wine, such as this. A pithy, peachy nose leads to a dry, oily, medium-bodied wine with good acidity and flavors of peach, mineral and flowers.",,14,86,Attica,,,Papagiannakos 2005 Savatiano (Attica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papagiannakos-2005-greek-white-savatiano-attica/,Savatiano,2005,Papagiannakos
14.2,White,US,"If you like acidity, your salivary glands will love this Chard, which is tart to almost searing. It shows good tropical fruit and new oaky flavors, but that acidity limits what otherwise is an opulent wine.",Vineyard Select,32,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Owl Ridge 2004 Vineyard Select Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owl-ridge-2004-vineyard-select-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Owl Ridge
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Despite 14.5% alcohol, this wine won't overwhelm you. There are hints of alcohol to the nose, but not enough to overpower plum, spice and sawdust, while the cassis, mixed berry, earth and vanilla flavors are rounded and intense, finishing with a hint of leather.",,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,Kumkani 2004 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumkani-2004-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2004,Kumkani
8,Dessert,Italy,Creamy froth is short-lived but the peach and mineral notes come through clean and sharp followed by zest and soothing sweetness in the mouth. One of Italy's most recognized brands presents its most famous sweet sparkler: that's always a joy to revisit.,,12,86,Piedmont,Asti,,Martini & Rossi NV Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martini-rossi-nv-muscat-moscato-asti/,Moscato,,Martini & Rossi
12,White,South Africa,"The nose has a dry almond note and a touch of green in addition to the expected citrus. The green fades in the mouth in favor of melon and citrus with a touch of mineral. A wine with good intensity, nice body and backing acidity. Nothing stands out, making this a well-balanced quaff.",,9,86,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Indaba
14,Red,US,"A bit on the simple side, but likeable for its cherry pie filling, blackberry jam, cola and spicy coffee fruit that fill the mouth with flavor. Thoroughly dry, the wine is elegantly smooth and balanced. Drink now.",,32,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2003 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2003-syrah-russian-river-valley-61543/,Syrah,2003,Longboard
14,Red,Chile,"Foresty and mossy at first, with black fruit at the bottom of the nose. There's a ton of chocolate and mint on this Cab, mixed with raspberry jam and firm, spiky tannins. Finishes minty and dark, with a touch of cough drop. Contains 15% Merlot but still seems harder and more medicinal than previous vintages.",Alpha,25,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2004 Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-alpha-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Montes
,Red,France,"Soft and ripe, with polished, dense red fruit flavors, soft tannins and richness from well-balanced wood. The wine comes from vineyards in the Minervois region.",Les Salices Pinot Noir,9,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,J. & F. Lurton 2005 Les Salices Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2005-salices-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2005,J. & F. Lurton
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The nose kicks up ginger ale and a touch of lime, and that's followed by apple and mild citrus flavors. The mouthfeel is good and the finish crisp, clean and full of vibrant acidity. A perfectly fine and pleasant cava, but nothing out of the ordinary.",Brut,13,86,Catalonia,Cava,,1+1=3 NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/113-nv-brut-sparkling-cava-64240/,Sparkling Blend,,1+1=3
,White,France,"A This Chardonnay from the coolest vineyards in the Languedoc has New World wood flavors without quite enough weight of fruit. The spice and toast are great, and the wine certainly is finely structured, but the fruit is lost somewhere along the way.",Zephyr,36,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Limoux,,Abbotts 2002 Zephyr Chardonnay (Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-2002-zephyr-chardonnay-limoux/,Chardonnay,2002,Abbotts
15,Red,US,"Superripe, a Zin with a soft, thick texture and almost desserty flavors of chocolate soufflé infused with crème de cassis and cherry jam. It's probably technically dry, but leaves behind a sweet aftertaste.",PoiZin,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Armida 2004 PoiZin Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2004-poizin-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Armida
14,Red,Chile,"The bouquet is classic Carmenère, meaning it's spicy and peppery, with balsam wood, chocolate and wet leaves in the blend. The palate is a bit green, but not so much so that it doesn't taste good. Finishes a bit raw and hot, with lasting red-fruit flavors that help keep it afloat.",Estate,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2004 Estate Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2004-estate-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Apaltagua
14.5,Rose,US,"This is a dark, powerful rosé, almost a red wine, with the weight and silky texture of a light Pinot Noir. But the flavors are all Grenache, namely, cherries, cherries, cherries. It's a dry wine, with a long, rich, spicy finish.",Grenache Rosé,14,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2005 Grenache Rosé Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2005-grenache-rose-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2005,Epiphany
13,White,Spain,"Open on the bouquet, with a pleasant spiciness. The flavors veer toward tangy nectarine and apricot, while the snappy finish is long and slightly bitter. Shows good citrus character and plenty of pop. Quite good for a white from central Spain.",,10,86,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2005 Viura (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2005-spanish-white-viura-mancha/,Viura,2005,Finca Antigua
,White,US,"A real step down from the '04. It's still better than the winery's “Dry” Riesling, but it carries a bitter edge, like lemon rind. Fair value, good acids to balance out the residual sugar. There is nothing at all wrong with this excellent, citrusy Riesling, but it is simple, slightly sweet and fruity, without the nuances of the previous vintage.",Quail Series,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2005 Quail Series Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2005-quail-series-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Covey Run
14,Red,Chile,"Rather heavy and condensed, with earthy, foresty notes and a touch of heat on the nose. The palate boasts full cassis and black-cherry flavors, and there's additional dark cherry on the finish. Slightly medicinal.",Antiguas Reservas,14,86,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2004 Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2004-antiguas-reservas-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Cousiño-Macul
12,Sparkling,US,"Odd, but Chandon's Reserve is rougher and more scouring in the mouth than their less expensive Brut Classic. Maybe it's the dosage. This is drier. But it's also not as smooth or rich. The flavors are deep and long, but the texture is like a Spanish cava, brusque and angular.",Reserve Brut,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Domaine Chandon NV Reserve Brut Sparkling (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-63918/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Chandon
13.5,White,US,"Great price for a Chard of this quality. Dry, crisp and amply flavored in peaches and cream, tangerines and buttered toast, it has the richness of more costly wines.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Dog Tail 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dog-tail-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Dog Tail
,White,France,"This is the original blend of grapes that propelled Gascon white wines into the world market. It's not surprising, with its freshness, its lift, its liveliness, it is the perfect wine for a world that wants easy white wines. Lovely citrus flavors, a touch of grapefruit, and it just floats down.",Ugni Blanc-Colombard,9,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2005 Ugni Blanc-Colombard White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2005-ugni-blanc-colombard-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2005,Domaine du Tariquet
,White,France,"For those who prefer the ripe, fuller style of Sauvignon Blanc, this wine is just right. It's a great comfort wine, with its soft aftertaste. From the deep south-west of France, it is packed with floral aromas, fresh tropical flavors, and layers of minerals for structure. The Grassa family, owners of Tariquet, are major landowners in the Gascony region, with 2,100 acres under vine.",,10,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2005 Sauvignon (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon,2005,Domaine du Tariquet
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Clean, linear, crisp with lemon-line notes and stone fruit, this is a tangy, refreshing sparkler that would work wonders with finger food cocktails. It boasts a light straw color and comes off clean as a whistle.",Brut,14,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Conte Collalto NV Brut  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-collalto-nv-brut-prosecco-di-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene-64436/,Prosecco,,Conte Collalto
14.1,Red,US,"The wine is ripe enough in blackberries and cherries with a leathery edge, and a pretty coating of sweet, spicy oak. Yet it feels a bit chunky and rustic. Might improve with a few years cellaring.",,27,86,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Beringer
12.5,Rose,France,"Salmon-colored, with nice scents of strawberry and leafy red berry, this sparkler has big, zesty bubbles and flavors of lime and citrus touched with red berry. Crisp on the finish, with citrusy-apple flavors.",Excellence Brut Rosé,15,86,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Bouvet-Ladubay NV Excellence Brut Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-nv-excellence-brut-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Bouvet-Ladubay
13.5,Red,Spain,"Round and balanced, with a nice mix of cherry, spice and leather on the bouquet. The palate comes across as totally fresh and zesty, with ample red fruit pumped up by acidity that creates a slight citric character. Racy and crisp wine; nice with chorizo or other basic foods.",Glorioso Crianza,11,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2003 Glorioso Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2003-glorioso-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Bodegas Palacio
13.7,Rose,US,"I liked the '04, a Rhône blend, for its richness, and this one, a Bordeaux blend with one-quarter Zinfandel, is its equal in savoriness. It has slightly sweet cherry and cassis flavors, with a body that's almost a red wine, but with light, silky tannins. Excellent chilled.",Rosato di Paso,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2005 Rosato di Paso Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2005-rosato-paso-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2005,Castoro Cellars
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Yeasty and round, with aromas of citrus and spent campfire. The palate runs toward peach and cantaloupe with a brown sugar coating. A bit sweet and candied late, yet mouthfilling and pleasant.",Rosado Seco,10,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Castellblanch NV Rosado Seco Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellblanch-nv-rosado-seco-sparkling-cava-63200/,Sparkling Blend,,Castellblanch
13.3,White,US,"Beautiful Sauvignon that shows off Lake County at its best. Bone dry, zesty in acids, with lemon and lime flavors and a hint of tart green gooseberry, the wine has an elegant structure reminiscent of Marlborough.",,20,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Six Sigma Ranch 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-sigma-ranch-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Six Sigma Ranch
,Red,US,"This shows good color for Nebbiolo, with a soft attack and round, warm flavors of light cherry and tobacco. A well-made wine, smooth and balanced, with refreshing, varietal tartness and detail that keeps it distinctive and closer to Italian in style.",Klipsun,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Wilridge 2004 Klipsun Nebbiolo (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2004-klipsun-nebbiolo-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Nebbiolo,2004,Wilridge
13.5,Rose,US,"Here's a nice rosé with some real complexity, and it's rich enough to stand in for an actual red Pinot Noir. Basically dry, with a silky texture, it has cherry, herb and vanilla flavors that are complemented with crisp acidity.",Pinot Noir Vin Gris,14,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2005 Pinot Noir Vin Gris Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2005-pinot-noir-vin-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sanford
13.5,White,Chile,"This wine pulls no punches as its aromas leap from the glass and hit you with a blast of spice, animal hide and black plum. The palate is amply oaked, thus vanilla notes intermingle with cherry and plum flavors. The feel and finish are equally creamy and easy, as modest tannins keep things from going soft.",Reserva,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 2004 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2004-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Undurraga
15.5,Red,US,"Don't dismiss this just because it's a Paso Pinot. It scores well on the deliciousness factor, despite being a bit high in alcohol. Loads of jammy, gooey cherry, cocoa, gingersnap cookie, vanilla wafer and cinnamon spice flavors lead to a long, dry finish.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RHR 2004 Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rhr-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2004,RHR
13.9,White,US,"This is St. Supery's other Chardonnay, the oaked one. It's not super-oaky, but it does have buttercream and vanilla notes in addition to the wine's apricot, peach and tangerine flavors. It's a very dry, somewhat tart but elegant wine.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,St. Supéry
12,Sparkling,Spain,"With its citrusy nose and well-balanced palate, this is what Best Buy sparklers are all about. Tangerine and orange peel grace the bouquet, while crisp flavors of berries and stone fruits win you over. A bit of strawberry and snap close the deal. Nice stuff.",Brut Rosé,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
13,White,New Zealand,"A solid example of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at a reasonable price, this shows off hints of stone fruit accented by jalapeño pepper. It's plump and a bit soft, with flavors of melon, fig and peach. Reasonably intense and very fruity. Drink now.",,14,87,Marlborough,,,Rain 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rain-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Rain
14,Red,US,"Peachy has long produced an Old School House Zin, but this is the first OSH Cab I know of. Like the Zin, it's a warming, rustic, friendly wine, awash in blackberry, dark chocolate, coffee and sweet oregano flavors, bone dry and finely tannic.",Old School House,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Old School House Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-old-school-house-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Peachy Canyon
11.5,White,South Africa,"From Elgin, a cooler coastal area, comes this citrusy, slatey wine that speaks with the authority of this majestic grape. Whiffs of citrus and lanolin add to the nose, while flavors of nectarine and orange complement the minerally mouthfeel.",,13,87,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2005 Riesling (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2005-riesling-elgin/,Riesling,2005,Paul Cluver
13,Sparkling,Australia,"MSM stands for Merlot-Shiraz-Mataro, with Merlot accounting for 87% of the blend. It's a full-bodied, oaky red wine with bubbles, so if that appeals to you, this wine will too, featuring toasted coconut and vanilla shadings over blackberry liqueur flavors.",Sparkling MSM,20,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Loose End NV Sparkling MSM Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loose-end-nv-sparkling-msm-red-barossa/,Red Blend,,Loose End
13.9,Red,US,"What a pretty wine. It's not complex or anything, just straightforward in cherry, mocha and violet flavors touched by smoky oak. The texture is soft and voluptuous.",Alisos Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2004 Alisos Vineyard Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2004-alisos-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2004,Longoria
14.2,Red,US,"Let this one breathe for an hour or two. At first it tastes a bit tired, but oxygen perks it up and restores vivacity to the fruit. Ultimately, it's a very softly structured, very dry wine, with complex cherry, coffee, herb, cola and tea flavors. Drink now.",Bell Mountain Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Medlock Ames 2001 Bell Mountain Vineyard Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medlock-ames-2001-bell-mountain-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2001,Medlock Ames
12,White,Greece,"Mantinia is the appellation for Moschofilero, a versatile grape that makes fine, crisp whites. This is a good example, a light, dry, crisply acidic wine that pours on the lemon-lime from start to long finish. Perfect to pair with oysters or grilled swordfish.",Mantinia,17,87,Mantinia,,,Nasiakos 2005 Mantinia Moschofilero (Mantinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nasiakos-2005-mantinia-greek-white-moschofilero-mantinia/,Moschofilero,2005,Nasiakos
11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a very beautiful rendition, with ripe flavors of honeysuckle, mature melon, pear, Golden Delicious apple and rose. It fills the mouth with creamy froth and tastes great when served very chilled.",Extra Dry,17,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto 2005 Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-2005-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Mionetto
13.7,Red,US,"Luscious and soft, with chocolaty blackberry, cassis and cherry flavors. Drinks dry and elegant, with under 14% alcohol. A very nice wine, from California's first Filipino-American winery.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eden Canyon 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eden-canyon-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Eden Canyon
14.5,Red,US,"Cuvaison always does a nice job with Merlot, and this one, from Napa Carneros, shows well-ripened cherry, black raspberry and mocha flavors that have been folded into gentle, sweetly soft tannins. Fully drinkable now.",,31,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2003 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2003-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2003,Cuvaison
14,White,Chile,"A clean, correct and fairly typical rendition of Chilean Sauvignon, but in this case the variety is Gris and not the more common Blanc. The result revolves around tropical aromas and flavors of green apple, pineapple and banana. Fairly flush and plump, with core sweetness.",,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2006 Sauvignon Gris (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2006-other-white-sauvignon-gris-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Gris,2006,Cousiño-Macul
15.2,Red,US,"Soft and generous in fruity flavor, this has pronounced new oak that accents cherry, raspberry, smoky vanilla and peppery spice flavors. It's mainly Grenache, with a little Syrah, from the Templeton Gap area of Paso.",Rockin' One,34,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cass 2004 Rockin' One Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cass-2004-rockin-one-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Cass
14.1,Red,US,"This wine is very fresh at three-plus years. It's lightly structured, with an elegant, silky mouthfeel and flavors of cola, red cherries, peppery spices and oak. Don't be surprised if it shows modest improvement with four or five years in the bottle.",,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carrefour 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carrefour-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Carrefour
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"As under-$10 sparklers go, you'd be hard-pressed to find better than this medium-bodied and toasty version from Catalonia's White Castle. The nose is mildly yeasty but basic, while the palate deals juicy apple and white-grape flavors propelled by fresh acidity. Virtuous yet basic. But who's complaining?",Extra Brut,8,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Castellblanch NV Extra Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellblanch-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-cava-63201/,Sparkling Blend,,Castellblanch
13,Red,Spain,"Dark in color, with brawny aromas of oak, clove and leather. In the mouth, there's a mix of black plum and cherry but also a streak of bell pepper. Finishes round, spicy, properly tannic and dark, with coffee and a light hint of green.",Viña Lanciano Reserva,25,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas LAN 1999 Viña Lanciano Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-lan-1999-vina-lanciano-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1999,Bodegas LAN
14.2,White,US,"Atlas Peak, now under the ownership of Beam Wine Estates, is reinventing itself.  This new wine, by veteran winemaker Darren Procsal, shows promise. It's a big, dry Cab, not as astringent as in the past but still tannic enough to demand cellaring. Should be better between 2009 and 2015, but it's a gamble.",Claret,86,87,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 2003 Claret Red (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2003-claret-red-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Atlas Peak
13.9,Red,US,"Here's a tough, young, tannic wine, not drinkable now, but it shows promise. Those pesky tannins lock down the blackberry flavors, making the wine taste even drier than it is. Try after 2009.",,86,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Atlas Peak 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Atlas Peak
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Smoky, earthy and cola-scented, this is a soft, plushly textured wine that's not very fruity, yet features ample flesh in the form of earth, mushroom, spice and cola. Seems mature, so drink now.",,25,87,Central Otago,,,Blind Trail 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blind-trail-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Blind Trail
12,Sparkling,US,"Classic Korbel brut, elegant, delicate and inexpensive. Nobody does a better job at this price. The wine is dry, with subtle lime, strawberry, peach, yeast and vanilla flavors, and a finish of real elegance. Hard to believe they produced 750,000 cases.",Brut,11,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-sparkling-california-62685/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel
13.5,White,US,"Richer and tarter than Kenwood's regular '05 Chard, this wine shows the acidity and green apple flavors of the central part of the valley. Bosc pears, Meyer lemons and white peaches pleasantly complicate things as you continue to sip.",Reserve,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2005-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Kenwood
12,Rose,US,"Light pink and attractively priced, this has light strawberry aromas and more substantial cherry and strawberry in the mouth. Gruet has done a fine job managing the bubbles in this wine so that it tickles the tongue more than overwhelms it. 5,000 cases produced.",Brut Rosé,13,87,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-new-mexico/,Sparkling Blend,,Gruet
13.5,White,New Zealand,"New World Chardonnay, done well. Toasty, mealy aromas accent slightly tropical, peach-like scents on the nose, while the flavors are ripe and fruit-driven, suitably framed by butter and toast. It's a medium- to full-bodied wine, its long finish tinged with hints of butter and tropical fruit.",,20,87,Nelson,,,Greenhough 2004 Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenhough-2004-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2004,Greenhough
,Red,US,"Kynsi's Syrahs are small production but worth seeking out. This is a big, opulent Syrah, filled with cassis, chocolate, spiced plum and coffee flavors, and while it's basically dry, it has that fructosy, glycerineiy finish that very ripe wines can have.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kynsi 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2004,Kynsi
13.2,Red,US,"Kynsi's Syrahs are small production but worth seeking out. This is a big, opulent wine, filled with cassis, chocolate, spiced plum and coffee flavors, and while it's basically dry, it has that fructosy, glyceriney finish that very ripe wines can have.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kynsi 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2003,Kynsi
,Red,US,"A Sangiovese-Cabernet blend that captures the firmness of Yakima valley Cabernet, without the veggies. The Sangio really smoothes it out, giving it a much softer mouthfeel, with traces of leaf, coffee grounds and fresh, moist earth.",Collina Bella,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2003 Collina Bella Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2003-collina-bella-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,Willow Crest
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a nice, polished Cabernet that offers easy drinking right away, yet has some extra complexity that elevates it. It's softly fruity, with finely ground tannins and a long, spicy finish.",,12,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackstone 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Blackstone
,Rose,France,"A very southern rosé, warm and ripe, with caramel and red fruit flavors as well as a crisp burst of acidity. A blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre, it's a great food wine for the Mediterranean diet. Like most rosés it's a drink-now wine, as it won't improve with age.",Cuvée des Cigales,11,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,Borie la Vitarelle 2005 Cuvée des Cigales Red (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borie-vitarelle-2005-cuvee-des-cigales-red-saint-chinian/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Borie la Vitarelle
14.2,Red,US,"This Cab is young, dry and very tannic, a juicy wine with concentrated currant and blackberry flavors. A noble wine, but don't open now. Try after 2009.",,45,87,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Bravante 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bravante-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bravante
12.5,Sparkling,US,"A little rough in texture, but delicious, with a rich mélange of strawberry parfait, brioche, lime juice, peaches and cream and toast flavors that finish long and dry. Contains 85% Pinot Noir, with the balance Chardonnay, and is easy to find, with 95,000 cases.",Blanc de Noirs,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-blanc-noirs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa
14.5,Red,US,"Morgan's Tierra Mar bottling has grown interesting over the years, and the '03 continues to spark notice. It's a big wine, with forward cassis, kirsch and chocolate flavors that are deep and long, with rich but velvety tannins. However, it's a bit soft, so drink now.",Tierra Mar,40,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Morgan 2003 Tierra Mar Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-tierra-mar-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2003,Morgan
11,Sparkling,Italy,"The most noticeable aroma is marzipan, which also comes though beautifully in the mouth. You'll also get pine nut, peach, melon and yellow rose. This Prosecco is broader and softer than most, although its crispness remains intact.",Brut,11,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-brut-prosecco-di-valdobbiadene-64449/,Prosecco,,Mionetto
,Red,US,"This Rhône-style blend, from an Oregon producer who makes half his wines from Washington fruit, is 50% Syrah, 20% Grenache, the rest evenly split between Counoise and Mourvèdre. It shows clean, spicy red fruits and a streak of ash in the tannins.",,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Andrew Rich 2004 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-rich-2004-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Andrew Rich
13.5,White,US,"Dry and gulpable, with juicy lemon and lime, apricot, mineral and crème brûlée flavors balanced with crisp acidity. Shows complexity in the long peppery, toasty finish.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Handley
13.8,White,US,"The big acidity on this wine and the citrus fruit flavors make it kind of austere and minerally. But partial new oak and sur lie aging add some richness. This is a very dry, elegant, structural Chard meant for food. Try with a firm white fish topped with a fruity salsa.",Handley Vineyard,19,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 2004 Handley Vineyard Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2004-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Handley
14.8,Red,US,"Merlot has not been this winery's strong point, but this new wine from a vineyard just north of Napa city is their best yet. Resembling Carneros Merlot, it's dry and rich in acids, with cherry, plum, coffee and spice flavors that are wrapped in firm tannins. Probably at its best now.",Napa River Ranch,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2003 Napa River Ranch Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2003-napa-river-ranch-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Hall
,White,France,"A highly perfumed wine, with flowery aromas. Full of pear and other ripe fruit flavors, it is a fat, food-friendly wine with just a touch of acidity. Great value for a Viognier.",La Violette Viognier,13,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 La Violette Viognier Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-violette-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo
12,Sparkling,France,"A hint of sulfur blows off to reveal muted cookie and chalk, but the palate opens up with lemon-lime flavors and a smokey edge. Crisp and steely in the mouth, it hints at roundness and sweetness without taking the plunge.",Grande Réserve Brut,20,87,Rhône Valley,Crémant de Die,,Jaillance 1999 Grande Réserve Brut Clairette (Crémant de Die),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaillance-1999-grande-reserve-brut-other-white-clairette-cremant/,Clairette,1999,Jaillance
,Red,France,"A Syrah-dominant blend (hence the S in the name) from volcanic soil. The wine has a juicy character, but retains a fine sense of structure that comes from old vines. There's a wood element underlining the black fig and blackberry flavors.",Château de Peña Réserve S,20,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Les Vignerons de Cases de Péne 2003 Château de Peña Réserve S Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-cases-pene-2003-chateau-pena-reserve-s-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Les Vignerons de Cases de Péne
13.6,White,US,"There's much to like about this wine, which shows cool-climate high acidity and minerality, in addition to the pink grapefuit, tart green apple and fig flavors, with their dash of white pepper and nutmeg. It's dry, sleek and stylish.",,26,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terlato 2005 Pinot Grigio (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Terlato
13.5,Red,US,"This is a classic old-style field blend, and it's a pretty good wine. Grown in Lodi, Dry Creek and Napa Valley, it's a blend of Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Barbera, Malbec and Carignane. Drinks very dry and full-bodied, with earthy, cherry and plum flavors.",Proprietary Red Wine,11,87,California,California Other,California,Ten Mile 2004 Proprietary Red Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ten-mile-2004-proprietary-red-wine-other/,Red Blend,2004,Ten Mile
,White,New Zealand,"Standard Chardonnay, done well, TK's 2004 boasts scents of buttered toast, yellow plums and ground clove, then shows a leaner, more citrusy character on the palate. Crisp on the finish.",,20,87,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2004 Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2004-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Te Kairanga
14.6,Red,US,"I didn't much care for the '03, but a combination of extra vine age (the vines were only planted in 1999) and a really warm vintage has boosted ripeness and the luxury factor. The wine isn't particularly complex or ageable, but is agreeable for its tasty cherry jam, cola, mocha and spicy licorice flavors.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2004 Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tantara
13.9,Red,South Africa,"An oaky, spicy Swartland version of this popular variety, the wine has nice dark fruit flavors with touches of chocolate and a medium-full body that is just shy of showing alcoholic heat in the mouth. Finishes with a hint of leather.",Indalo,14,87,Swartland,,,Swartland 2004 Indalo Cabernet Sauvignon (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swartland-2004-indalo-cabernet-sauvignon-swartland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Swartland
16,Red,US,"Soft as velvet and enormously rich in forward fruit, this Zin shows Paso red wine at its ripe, likeable best. The interplay between the delicate body and the cherry jam, black raspberry pie filling, white chocolate truffle and vanilla cookie flavors is heightened by crisp acidity, and guess what? The wine is dry.",,27,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RHR 2003 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rhr-2003-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,RHR
,White,US,"This is the designated vineyard for the winery's top Sauvignon Blanc, but here it is merely good, not great. Half barrel fermented, half stainless steel is the approach, but somehow the fruit seems a bit dried out compared with the other bottling. Dried peas and green apple flavors, perhaps a whiff of cardboard, show; overall it's a stony, bone-dry wine despite the addition of 15% Semillon.",Horse Heaven Vineyard,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2004 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2004-horse-heaven-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Rose,France,"Owned by the Venes family for 300 years, Massamier la Mignarde is an immaculate estate in the Aude department of France. This fresh rosé is a blend of Cinsault, Syrah and Grenache. It is crisp, light and airy, with a delicious strawberry flavor. Drink now, it won't keep.",Cuvée des Oliviers,10,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac,,Domaine Massamier la Mignarde 2005 Cuvée des Oliviers Red (Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-massamier-mignarde-2005-cuvee-oliviers-red-vin-pays-coteaux-peyriac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Massamier la Mignarde
12.6,Sparkling,US,"Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, this bubbly is a little rough in texture, but it's nicely dry and clean, with pleasant strawberries and cream, yeasty lees and vanilla flavors.",Mirabelle Brut Rosé,23,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg NV Mirabelle Brut Rosé Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-nv-mirabelle-brut-rose-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,,Schramsberg
13.5,White,US,"A junior version of the very fine Reserve, the '05 is ripe and forward in tropical fruit and flowery spice flavors, with an overlay of smoky, creamy oak. It's explosive, but balanced and controlled.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2005 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Simi
13,Rose,Spain,"Fairly sweet and fruity, with notes of raspberry jam and cotton candy on the bouquet. Feels nice across the palate, with tangy strawberry and red-cherry flavors leading to a fresh, wet, bright finish. A good but pedestrian wine at a reasonable price.",Rosado de Lagrima,9,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Sardasol 2005 Rosado de Lagrima Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sardasol-2005-rosado-lagrima-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2005,Viña Sardasol
,Red,France,"Firm, tannic and dry, this wine has some flashes of fresh black currant flavors, and a lift of acidity. It needs time to aerate before drinking, when it will have some freshness and lightness.",French Roots Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon,10,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Ginestet 2004 French Roots Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2004-french-roots-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-bordeaux/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Ginestet
14.5,Red,US,"Flashy and showy, with ripe Cabernet flavors of cassis and plenty of new toasty oak. The tannins are ripe and sweet, yet there's a jagged mouthfeel, a minty sharpness, that detracts. Probably won't age out; drink now.",,38,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Andretti
13.9,Red,US,"Opens with the baked brown sugar, caramelly aroma of a Port-style wine, and tastes almost as sweet. This is actually a delicious wine, with good tannins and acids to balance the sugar, but it's not really a dry table wine.",Heritage Vineyards Petros,40,85,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2002 Heritage Vineyards Petros Merlot (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2002-heritage-petros-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Merlot,2002,Lolonis
14.7,White,US,"Simple and fruity, this Chard has flavors of canned apricots and peaches, finished with notes of charry oak. It's a soft wine, and a little bit sweet, but it's pleasant and affordable.",,12,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2005 Chardonnay (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2005-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Guenoc
12.5,White,US,"Dryish and crisp, with a nice balance of green apple and lemon flavors and earthier, green herb notes. Finishes clean and honest.",,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Renwood 2005 Pinot Grigio (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Renwood
14.4,Red,US,"Rustic and jagged in acids and tannins, with a green, minty streak that won't age out, this Merlot-based Bordeaux blend needs food to mellow it. A soft, runny cheese will echo the sweet blackberry fruit, but on its own, the wine is tough.",Meritage,38,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dogwood 2003 Meritage Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2003-meritage-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Dogwood
12,Sparkling,US,"A dry, brut-style wine that's a little heavy for a bubbly, but with real yeasty Champagne character. Give the wine a bit more elegance and it's a winner.",Sparkling Wine,22,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,l'homme qui ris 1998 Sparkling Wine  (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lhomme-qui-ris-1998-sparkling-wine-central-coast-monterey-county/,Champagne Blend,1998,l'homme qui ris
14.4,Red,US,"Ripe and fruity, bursting with blackberry and cherry jam flavors balanced with crisp acids and firm tannins, this is a nice, easy wine to enjoy with steaks and chops.",Hyampom Valley Ranch,26,84,California,North Coast,Trinity County,R. Merlo 2002 Hyampom Valley Ranch Merlot (Trinity County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-merlo-2002-hyampom-valley-ranch-merlot-north-coast-trinity-county/,Merlot,2002,R. Merlo
,Red,Chile,"Bright and dominated by forceful aromas of sugar beets, plums, leather and funk. The palate is generally bright as it pushes cherry flavors from front to back. Leftover red fruit and apple skins work the tight, almost grabby finish.",Reserve,13,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Valdivieso 2005 Reserve Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2005-reserve-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Valdivieso
13,Red,US,"The red that helped build the House of Gallo never really went away. There's a little Pinot Noir here, mixed with Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Syrah and a couple of others. It's what it's always been, dry, balanced and totally easy, with some real full-bodied richness.",Hearty Burgundy,5,84,California,California Other,California,Gallo Family Vineyards NV Hearty Burgundy Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-nv-hearty-burgundy-red-other/,Red Blend,,Gallo Family Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"High in acids and dry, this wine has a sharp bite. It's big in blackberry jam and cherry jelly flavors, with a smooth, velvety texture and a rustic finish.",Cool Climate,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Cline 2004 Cool Climate Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2004-cool-climate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2004,Cline
13,Red,Spain,"Hits with force as well as notes of raisin and Sherry. No doubt this comes from a hot vintage, evidenced by the prune, brandied cherry and chocolate flavors. Still there's some tannin to keep it moving ahead. Overall, however, it's pretty heavy and condensed.",Crianza,11,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas LAN 2003 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-lan-2003-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2003,Bodegas LAN
,Red,Argentina,"This new Patagonian winery is doing better with its reds. This SB is honeyed and slightly mealy; the palate starts out soft and chunky, with apple and peach flavors that are less than zesty and slightly oxidized. Still, complexity arises as there's a lasting butterscotch taste that is not unpleasant.",Malma,10,84,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2005 Malma Sauvignon Blanc (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2005-malma-sauvignon-blanc-neuquen/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Bodega NQN
,Red,France,"A soft, ripe, juicy, fresh wine. There's little else, apart from the soft tannins, but it's delicious and very drinkable.",Cuvée de Peña,9,84,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Pyrénees Orientales,,Les Vignerons de Cases de Péne 2004 Cuvée de Peña Red (Vin de Pays des Pyrénees Orientales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-cases-pene-2004-cuvee-pena-red-vin-pays-pyrenees-orientales/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Les Vignerons de Cases de Péne
13.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky, grapey and spicy on the nose. The palate is full and aggressive in a bring-it-on sort of way. It's a touch heavy and tannic, but it's also pretty long and toasty on the finish.",,10,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Legado Muñoz 2005 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legado-munoz-2005-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2005,Legado Muñoz
13.3,Rose,US,"Pretty and polished, but you wish this Provençal-style blush had a little more substance. It's a simple wine, with strawberry tea and rose petal flavors that finish dry, crisp and watery.",,15,83,California,California Other,California,Falcor 2005 Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcor-2005-rose-other/,Rosé,2005,Falcor
,Red,France,"The most successful of the French Rabbit wines. This has some good, dense tannins, flavors of black currants and a solid, dry finish.",Cabernet Sauvignon,10,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,French Rabbit 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-rabbit-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,French Rabbit
14,Red,Spain,"Far more lean, raw and rough than ideal, with a touch of burnt field on the nose. The palate keeps that raw, reedy taste, which is smoothed out by softening oak notes. Better on the finish than up front.",Abadia Mediterrània,30,83,Catalonia,Priorat,,Costers del Priorat 2004 Abadia Mediterrània Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costers-priorat-2004-abadia-mediterrania-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2004,Costers del Priorat
12.5,Red,Spain,Light raspberry and strawberry aromas lead into snappy berry flavors. The feel is almost astringent; call it tangy and tight. Juicy but also rubbery. Shows both positives and negatives.,,10,83,Central Spain,Castilla La Mancha,,Día Naciente 2004 Tempranillo (Castilla La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dia-naciente-2004-tempranillo-castilla-mancha/,Tempranillo,2004,Día Naciente
14.5,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend with all five varieties. The vineyard is in the cooler Oak Knoll region. But coolness is relative; the vintage was blazingly hot everywhere, and the wine is almost Porty.",,35,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Domenico 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Domenico
14.8,Red,US,"Soft and broad, marked by chocolate fudge flavors and fruit that's more like dates or prunes than fresh berries.",Todd Brothers Ranch Old Vines,28,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2003 Todd Brothers Ranch Old Vines Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2003-todd-brothers-ranch-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Dashe Cellars
13.8,White,US,"Your basic inexpensive California Chard: fruity, creamy and light, with pleasant peach, pineapple and apricot flavors finished with a touch of spicy oak.",Founders' Estate,11,83,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2005 Founders' Estate Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2005-founders-estate-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Beringer
15.2,Red,US,"Sweet and chocolaty, with a soft, melted feel, this simple Zin offers spicy layers of blackberry pie filling and cassis liqueur flavors. Drink now.",Estate Old Vine,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Catacula 2004 Estate Old Vine Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catacula-2004-estate-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Catacula
13.5,Red,US,"Minty and sharp, with a menthol edge to the cherries, but the wine is crisp and has a polished, silky texture, so it's pretty good.",,13,83,California,California Other,California,Cartlidge & Browne 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Cartlidge & Browne
11.2,Dessert,US,"The official residual sugar is 6%, but the wine tastes just off-dry to slightly sweet. It's a refreshing sipper, with pretty flavors of honey, freshly squeezed tangerines, and peaches and cream, all boosted by bright, zingy acids.",,14,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2005 Muscat Canelli (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2005-muscat-canelli-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Muscat Canelli,2005,Husch
14.5,White,US,"Soft, ripe and oaky, with flamboyant tropical fruit pastry flavors that are almost sugary sweet on the finish. There's good acidity to balance.",,21,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Sanford
,Red,France,"This blend of Syrah and Grenache comes from vineyards owned by the Jeanjean family. It is soft and gentle, although there are some tannins hiding in the background. The fruits are clean, somewhat jammy, easy to drink.",Petit Devois,13,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Vignobles Jeanjean 2003 Petit Devois Syrah-Grenache (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-jeanjean-2003-petit-devois-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-coteaux/,Syrah-Grenache,2003,Vignobles Jeanjean
13,White,South Africa,"This wine has freshly picked apple aromas and nice flavors of peach and mango with some varietal petrol thrown in. There's even a bit of slate, although not as concentrated as some better versions. It also has enough sugar to give it a bit of sweetness and body, but not enough acidity to balance it out. All in all good.",Rhine,17,84,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2004 Rhine Riesling (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2004-rhine-riesling-stellenbosch/,Riesling,2004,Thelema
11,Sparkling,Italy,"True to what Prosecco should be, this is an informal but exceedingly fresh wine to enjoy at all occasions. Peach aromas are the most obvious but are joined by delicate tones of straw, citrus and white stone.",Extra Dry,13,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Tenuta Santomè NV Extra Dry Prosecco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santome-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-veneto/,Prosecco,,Tenuta Santomè
13.4,Rose,US,"This is a Gamay-Grenache blend from Redwood Valley and northern Napa Valley. It's a rustic wine, full-bodied and dry and with unusually high tannins for a blush. It could almost stand in for a red wine.",Appellation Series,14,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Rosenblum 2005 Appellation Series Rosé (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2005-appellation-series-north-coast/,Rosé,2005,Rosenblum
12.9,White,US,"Shows lots of rich, appealing Riesling character in the honeysuckle, citrus and peach flavors that finish just a tad sweet. Fortunately, that crisp Santa Lucia acidity provides overall balance.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2005 Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2005-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2005,Paraiso Vineyards
12.7,White,US,"On the sweet side, like an easy German wine, with apple, honeysuckle, peach, spice and vanilla flavors balanced by refreshing acidity.",San Bernabe Vineyard,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Night Owl 2005 San Bernabe Vineyard Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/night-owl-2005-san-bernabe-vineyard-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2005,Night Owl
14.9,White,US,"Vineyard sources for the winery's reserve tier of Chardonnay have bounced around over the years. Now, it's Russian River, but this Chard is far from Ferrari-Carano's best. It has decent peach and apple fruit, but with a thin brittleness inappropriate for this price, and all that new oak doesn't really help.",Tre Terre,34,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2004 Tre Terre Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2004-tre-terre-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Ferrari-Carano
12.5,White,South Africa,"Nice, soft aromas of gooseberry and peach lift from the glass, and this wine has a polished feel. Citrus and white fruit flavors carry a hint of nut, giving this an almost Chenin taste. Nice and correct, but lacking excitement.",,9,84,Western Cape,,,KWV 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,KWV
8.7,Dessert,US,"Simple and sweetly sugary, with high acids framing apricot, tangerine, butter-sautéed banana and honey flavors.",Late Harvest,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2005 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2005-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Husch
14.3,Red,US,"This wine is dry and smooth, with some nice berry-cherry fruit and chocolate. Yet there are some green unripe notes and a sharpness to the tannin-acid structure that detract.",,36,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Dogwood 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Dogwood
12.5,Red,Romania,"On the nose there is vanilla with decent berry-cola aromas and a hint of nail polish. The wine is medium-bodied and dry, with earthy red berry and barnyard flavors. A touch of spice picks up the finish.",,10,84,Dealu Mare,,,Vox Populi 2003 Pinot Noir (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vox-populi-2003-pinot-noir-dealu-mare/,Pinot Noir,2003,Vox Populi
14.2,Red,US,"Surprisingly weedy and thin for this vineyard, but Bernardus has struggled with this bottling over the years. Dry and mint-sharp, with cherry Lifesaver flavors and plenty of oak.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,34,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bernardus 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bernardus
12.5,White,South Africa,"Oak asserts itself on the nose with aromas of caramel and walnut. The age is also apparent, as this wine lacks the zippy feel of similarly priced 2005s. But it's a good wine, nicely balanced with acidity, a rounded body and oaked flavors of caramel, nut and spice. You just wish there were a little more fruit.",,9,84,Breede River Valley,,,Bergsig 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Breede River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergsig-2004-sauvignon-blanc-breede-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Bergsig
12,Sparkling,France,"This wine has a nice whiff of yeast along with crisp red fruit. Persistent bubbles and Pinot-like flavors of ripe strawberry, cherry and cola coat the mouth. On the sweet side of dry, and eminently drinkable.",Seléction Spéciale Dry Rosé,9,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Marquis de la Tour NV Seléction Spéciale Dry Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-tour-nv-selection-speciale-dry-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Marquis de la Tour
15.5,Red,US,"Pours light in color and feels light in body, with pleasant raspberry, cola and spice flavors, and a dry finish. Despite high alcohol (15.5%) it's not hot.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Quilici 2004 Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilici-2004-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,2004,Quilici
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Disappointingly light in weight, this is nonetheless a pretty wine, featuring modest cherry and cola elements backed by leathery, mushroomy notes. Nothing flashy, but it should partner well with farm-raised venison or other mild game.",,20,84,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Nautilus
12.7,Rose,Spain,"This Monastrell-based rosado is indicative of the Jumilla region, meaning it's sweet, a bit heavy, and fairly candied in its aromas. Flavors of fleshy raspberry and strawberry are full, while the round finish is neutral. Low in acid; drink right away.",Rosado,10,84,Levante,Jumilla,,Alceño 2005 Rosado Rosé (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alceno-2005-rosado-rose-jumilla/,Rosé,2005,Alceño
13.5,Red,US,"Good everyday Merlot here, a little on the rustic side, but offering plenty of ripe, tasty plum, blackberry, coffee and cocoa flavors. The grapes are from the San Lucas appellation, a warmer region on the road toward Paso Robles.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 2002 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2002-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2002,Lockwood
13.5,White,US,"With a dash of oak for vanilla and crème brûlée seasoning, this is a very ripe, soft Chardonnay. The fruit flavors veer toward apricots and nectarines, and finish a bit sweet.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Liberty School 2004 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2004-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Liberty School
,Red,Spain,"Sweet and floral, like light berries with crushed flower petals. The palate is not as comforting; it's acidic and bouncy, which fosters good flavors but a jagged, jumpy mouthfeel. You want to like this wine but the feel doesn't make it easy.",Reserva,11,84,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Laguna de la Nava 2000 Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laguna-nava-2000-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2000,Laguna de la Nava
9.5,Rose,Spain,"Pretty good for a $6 sparkler, even if the nose has a whiff of rubber band and wet clay to go along with light citrus and cherry aromas. The palate is fruity and carbonated, so you get spritz with your cherry, strawberry and tangerine flavors. Good for sparkling Sangria as well as casual sipping.",Mediterranean Pétillant,6,84,Catalonia,Catalonia,,René Barbier NV Mediterranean Pétillant Rosé (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-nv-mediterranean-petillant-rose-catalonia/,Rosé,,René Barbier
,White,France,"A pleasant blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, this wine from the Grassa family in Gascony, south-west France, is in an easy-drinking style. There are soft flavors of almonds, green plums, nice light poised fruit.",Hors Saison,11,84,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine la Hitaire 2005 Hors Saison Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hitaire-2005-hors-saison-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Domaine la Hitaire
10,Red,Moldova,"An unusual blend of 80% Pinot Noir with 20% Cabernet that has fine, dusty tannins and a lean but smooth feel. Light red fruit, tobacco and citrus emerge on the nose, followed by flavors of tobacco, spice and cola, with a touch of fruit. Good now, but edging toward retirement.",Collection Dionis,22,84,Moldova,,,Cricova 1992 Collection Dionis Red (Moldova),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cricova-1992-collection-dionis-red/,Red Blend,1992,Cricova
14,Red,US,"Here's a simple, jammy wine, packed with ripe blackberry, cola, coffee and peppery spice flavors, with a dry, tart finish. Most of it comes from the Sonoma Coast appellation.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Cline 2004 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Cline
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Good fizz, dimension, intensity and a darker ruby color, this dry wine offers plenty of rich berry and almond skin aromas. It falls short in the mouth where its tartness is out of tune.",Vigneto Enrico Cialoini,18,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Cleto Chiarli 2005 Vigneto Enrico Cialoini  (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cleto-chiarli-2005-vigneto-enrico-cialoini-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,2005,Cleto Chiarli
10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a bright, vibrant and fruity wine that recalls vino novello or Beaujolais. Blueberry aromas come first, followed by blackberry and tart cherry on the palate, fueling a sour note on the finish. Pleasant, thin and not particularly long lasting, the wine has enough going for it to be paired with pasta or light meat dishes.",Pruno Nero,10,84,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Cleto Chiarli 2005 Pruno Nero  (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cleto-chiarli-2005-pruno-nero-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Lambrusco,2005,Cleto Chiarli
13.5,Red,US,"With that sharp, raw aroma and juicy, freshly picked berry flavor that young rustic red wines often have, this dry Merlot cries out for a juicy burger. Both the food and the wine will be elevated.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Dog Tail 2005 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dog-tail-2005-merlot-other/,Merlot,2005,Dog Tail
14.8,Red,US,"Creamy-smooth in texture, this almost syrupy Zin features smoke, vanilla and maple syrup shadings from oak and dark chocolate and blackberry fruit. The finish shows a touch of heat, not much spice or complexity.",Big River Ranch,28,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2003 Big River Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2003-big-river-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Dashe Cellars
,Red,France,"Perfumed wood dominates this wine. There is softness, some attractive food-friendly acidity and hints of red fruits, but otherwise it is spice and toast all the way.",French Roots Shiraz,8,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Ginestet 2005 French Roots Shiraz Shiraz (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2005-french-roots-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-vin-pays-doc/,Shiraz,2005,Ginestet
,White,France,"A full, ripe unoaked Chard, from the new line of French Roots wines, this has some hazelnut and green plum flavors along with light acidity. It is soft, pleasant and ready to drink.",French Roots Chardonnay,8,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Ginestet 2005 French Roots Chardonnay Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2005-french-roots-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2005,Ginestet
13.5,White,US,"On the feline side, with lemongrassy, grapefruit flavors accompanied by crisp acids and a peppery finish. Mainly stainless steel fermented, the wine is dry, with just a touch of neutral oak.",Block Collection River Road Ranch,21,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Geyser Peak 2005 Block Collection River Road Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2005-block-collection-river-road-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Geyser Peak
13,White,US,"To this taster, there's so much high-char new oak on this Chard that it goes beyond toast all the way to burnt ash. Too bad, because the underlying wine is crisp and ripe in polished tropical fruit.",Block 9,30,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Meador Estate 2003 Block 9 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meador-estate-2003-block-9-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2003,Meador Estate
13.5,Red,US,"Dark, dry and fruity, this Merlot is a little heavy and simple, but has a tasty array of blackberries, black cherries, plums, pomegranates and savory spices. Nice everyday red, with a bit of fanciness.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2005 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2005-merlot-other/,Merlot,2005,McManis
14.5,Red,US,"A little weedy, but offers enough Cabernet flavor to satisfy, in a smoothly tannic texture. The blackberries, cherries, coffee and herbs finish dry, with some smoky oak.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ledgewood Creek 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledgewood-creek-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Ledgewood Creek
,Red,France,"A ripe, chunky wine with smooth red fruits, light tannins and a light, fresh finish marked by acidity, but also some softness. The name “Fat Bastard” is a British expression of praise for a big wine.",Merlot,12,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fat Bastard 2005 Merlot Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-bastard-2005-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2005,Fat Bastard
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"It's rare to see a Bordeaux-style blend from New Zealand's South Island, but this is a notable exception that can be even better in other vintages. In 2004, it seems a little light and delicate, with slightly herbal, tomatoey aromas and cherry and herb flavors. The tannins are well-managed, giving it an easy-drinking quality, and you might even try this with the sorts of fish dishes you'd serve with Pinot Noir.",Malbec-Merlot-Cabernet,15,84,Nelson,,,Seifried 2004 Malbec-Merlot-Cabernet Red (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2004-malbec-merlot-cabernet-red-nelson/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Seifried
,White,France,"This wine starts with all the crisp, clean flavors and delicious freshness of Muscadet and finishes with a very soft, light aftertaste.",Vallée des Jardins,9,84,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Remy-Pannier 2005 Vallée des Jardins  (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2005-vallee-jardins-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2005,Remy-Pannier
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Despite some obvious green notes, this Sauvignon Blanc seems rather weighty, without the crisp zest expected from this variety in Marlborough. Instead, there's more tropical fruit—even some guava notes—and an abbreviated finish.",,18,84,Marlborough,,,Konrad 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konrad-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Konrad
15.5,Red,Spain,"Seems like the brutal heat of 2003 got to this wine in a negative way. The result is a thick, unctuous, syrupy wine with a ton of sweetness but not much balance. The alcohol is listed at 15.5%, and it seems bigger. Very much a heavyweight, and with no agility.",El Albar Excelencia,40,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,J. & F. Lurton 2003 El Albar Excelencia  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2003-el-albar-excelencia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,J. & F. Lurton
13.5,White,US,"Green grass, cat pee, gooseberry and lemons and limes are the flavors that mark this crisp white wine. These strong flavors won't appeal to everyone. Nice with bruschetta with grilled veggies and chèvre.",Reserve,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2005 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2005-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kenwood
13.5,Red,US,"Sure, it's sharp and rustic, but it explodes in fresh cherry, blackberry jam and chocolate flavors, with a white pepper edge, and is smooth and mostly dry. At this price, let it wash down lasagna, cheeseburgers and gravy-smothered fried chicken.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2005 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2005,Delicato
13.5,Red,US,"Tons of ripe cherry fruit flavors mark this soft, slightly sweet wine, along with herbal tastes of wild thyme and rosemary. Calls for roasted leg of lamb, with butter-sautéed baby potatoes.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Esser Cellars 2005 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-cellars-2005-merlot-other/,Merlot,2005,Esser Cellars
12.5,Red,Spain,"This full-bodied, cherry-dominated Garnacha is pretty good considering the price. The nose is a bit raisiny and ripe, while the palate is sweet but balanced. A standard red wine with clarity and no surprises.",,6,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Castillo de Monséran 2005 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monseran-2005-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2005,Castillo de Monséran
13.8,White,US,"Lots of cat's pee and gooseberry in this crisp wine, with richer notes of ripe figs and pineapple.The finish is dryish and peppery-spicy.",ES Vineyard,17,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,X 2005 ES Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2005-es-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,X
12.5,Red,Spain,"Round and sweet up front, with aromas of candied berries. More alert and red-fruit dominated on the palate, with snappy acidity keeping it well propped up. Finishes with bright acidity and modest tannins. Straight-ahead red wine with crispness.",,10,84,Central Spain,Castilla La Mancha,,Día Naciente 2004 Shiraz (Castilla La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dia-naciente-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-castilla-mancha/,Shiraz,2004,Día Naciente
,White,France,"A fresh, creamy style of Sauvignon Blanc, with tropical fruits combining with apple skins and leading to a ripe but crisp finish. A great apéritif.",Sauvignon,6,84,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaines Grassa 2005 Sauvignon Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-grassa-2005-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Domaines Grassa
14.5,Red,US,"Ripe in blackberry, cherry and coffee flavors, with a sharp, angular mouthfeel due to acids and green tannins, this is a wine you might call rustic.",,34,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calistoga Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calistoga-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Calistoga Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"Nice everyday Zin, a little simple, but likeable for its wealth of blueberry, cherry, mocha and Asian spice flavors. Finishes basically dry, with honeyed cherry pie filling.",,15,84,California,California Other,Mendocino-Sonoma-Amador,Artezin 2004 Zinfandel (Mendocino-Sonoma-Amador),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artezin-2004-zinfandel-other-mendocino-sonoma-amador/,Zinfandel,2004,Artezin
12.5,Red,Moldova,"Stemmy throughout, but in between there's aromas and flavors of spiced red plum, blueberry and raspberry, a touch of mineral and dry, chalky tannins. Lively acidity brings this to a tart and spicy finish.",Prestige,16,84,Moldova,,,Cricova 2001 Prestige Cabernet Sauvignon (Moldova),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cricova-2001-prestige-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Cricova
13.9,White,US,"If you're sensitive to cat pee, go elsewhere, because this wine reeks of it. That's not all, of course. There's citrus, gooseberry, date nut, white pepper and zingy, zangy acidity.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carrefour 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carrefour-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Carrefour
12.5,Red,Greece,"A simple, Beaujolais-like nose of purple fruit, grass and earth leads to an equally simple palate with a nice, smooth feel. Cinnamon and brown spice emerge from grapey flavors while a mineral streak runs through the middle.",Agiorgitiko,20,84,Nemea,,,Boutari 2004 Agiorgitiko Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2004-agiorgitiko-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2004,Boutari
13.3,White,US,"Lots of fruit in this slightly sweet but balanced wine. It's bursting with lemon and lime, peach, fig and honeydew flavors, with just enough acidity to finish clean and zesty.",,13,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Dynamite Vineyards 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dynamite-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Dynamite Vineyards
14.5,White,US,"Concentrated and intense in fruit and crisp in acids, but too sweet, this clean wine shows powerful citrus essence, fig, white peach and white apricot flavors.",,24,84,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Chateau Chevalier 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chevalier-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-spring-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Chateau Chevalier
14,Red,Spain,"Jammy and full of raisin, stewed berries and leather. Calling it ultraripe might be an understatement because it's nearly over the top in its heft, extract and tannin level. A high-production bruiser that has tons of power but very little precision.",Tinto Joven,11,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Cermeño 2004 Tinto Joven  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cermeno-2004-tinto-joven-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2004,Cermeño
13.2,White,US,"Candied and simple, with candied flavors of pineapple, lemon, lime and vanilla, this pleasant wine finishes a little sweet, but is balanced by crisp, citrusy acids. It's notable for the clean, richly fruity finish.",,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Catacula 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catacula-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Catacula
15.1,Red,US,"Picture perfect Paso red wine. It's not particularly Syrah-esque, but is a pretty wine, soft, clean and dry, with cherries and chocolate, some smoky oak, and a nice little bite of acidity.",Reserve,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2004 Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Castoro Cellars
,Red,France,"A simple, fresh, juicy blend of Merlot and Grenache with soft tannins and a friendly, ripe finale. Its warmth chimes well with its name: cigales are the cicadas whose noise enlivens a Mediterranean evening.",La Cuvée des Cigales,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Murviel,,Borie la Vitarelle 2005 La Cuvée des Cigales Merlot-Grenache (Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Murviel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borie-vitarelle-2005-cuvee-cigales-red-blend-merlot-grenache-vin-pays-coteaux-murviel/,Merlot-Grenache,2005,Borie la Vitarelle
13.5,Red,Spain,"Black raspberry and raisin control the bouquet on this carbonically macerated wine from inland Valencia. Lively plum and black cherry work the rubbery, mildly tannic palate, while the finish is leisurely enough. A touch narrow in flavor but broad in feel.",Mi Niña,11,84,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Bodegas Iranzo 2004 Mi Niña Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-iranzo-2004-mi-nina-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Iranzo
13.5,Red,US,"Nice and dry, and although it's a little sharp and tart in green mint, this inexpensive wine offers plenty of black cherry and cocoa flavors wrapped into smooth tannins.",,8,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 2003 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Bridlewood
14.9,Red,US,"Okay Rhône blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache, with a little oak. Can't quite get beyond a rusticity in the coarse mouthfeel, but it's nicely dry, with a good array of herb-infused fruit.",Red Dirt Red,30,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Vinum Cellars 2004 Red Dirt Red Red (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2004-red-dirt-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vinum Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"Peppery and briary, with wild berry and peppermint flavors, this crisp Zin finishes just a tad sweet. It makes you think of easy fare, like pasta primavera or roast chicken.",Old Vine,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ironstone 2005 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2005-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2005,Ironstone
12,White,Spain,"Slightly amber in color, with pastry, peach and pear aromas. The palate is tangy, with flavors of green apple along with some bitterness. Finishes light and dry, with zest and freshness. Simple yet solid.",Chardonnay-Viura,7,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Infinitus 2005 Chardonnay-Viura White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinitus-2005-chardonnay-viura-white-vino-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2005,Infinitus
13.5,White,South Africa,"Heavily wooded for a bargain wine, this has decent tropical fruit aromas and a sweet, chunky palate with pineapple and wood flavors. A bit flat on the palate, but certainly quaffable.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2005 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2005-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2005,Golden Kaan
13.8,Red,US,"Rustic and easy, with chewy, briary berry and spice flavors, this Zin is a blend from such warm Zin areas as Amador, Paso Robles and Dry Creek.",Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Red Label,16,84,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2004 Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Red Label Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2004-diamond-collection-red-label-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Francis Ford Coppola
10.9,Rose,US,"Still a popular wine, white Zin appeals for its racy fruit and sweetness, and this Forest Glen bowls a perfect score in that respect. More of a rosé than a white, it shows raspberry, cherry and vanilla flavors, offset by zesty acids.",White Zinfandel,10,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2005 White Zinfandel Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2005-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2005,Forest Glen
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Lighter than most Marlborough 2005 Pinot Noirs, but this still packs plenty of flavor. It's a snappy, fresh Pinot with slightly peppery notes that call to mind pepper-dusted cherries. Finishes crisp and clean.",Ram's Reserve,16,84,Marlborough,,,Dyed-In-The-Wool 2005 Ram's Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dyed-in-wool-2005-rams-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Dyed-In-The-Wool
,White,France,"With its distinctive enameled, flowered bottle, this sets out to be a fun party wine. It succeeds with its fresh, flowery, open fruit, enhanced by vanilla, spice and green apple flavors.",Chardonnay,7,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 2005 Chardonnay Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2005-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2005,Georges Duboeuf
14.5,Red,US,"Rustic and likeable, an easy wine to wash down burgers or simple Italian. Has loads of cherries, blueberries, boysenberries, loganberries and plums, with a dusting of clove and pepper. But for all that fruit, it's totally dry.",San Bernabe Vineyard,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Night Owl 2004 San Bernabe Vineyard Shiraz (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/night-owl-2004-san-bernabe-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast-monterey-county/,Shiraz,2004,Night Owl
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Here's a sweetie. With its vanilla cream, lime sorbet and raspberry purée flavors balanced by rich acidity, and at an affordable price for good bubbly, it's destined to wash down many a wedding cake.",Cuvée M,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Cuvée M Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-cuvee-m-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa
,White,France,"An unwooded Chardonnay that is very soft, with a touch of sweetness and flavors of citrus and green plums.",Vallée des Jardins,9,84,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Remy-Pannier 2005 Vallée des Jardins Chardonnay (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2005-vallee-jardins-chardonnay-vin-pays-jardin/,Chardonnay,2005,Remy-Pannier
13.5,Red,US,"Basic everyday Zin, fruity enough to go with just about anything. Gets the nod for its polished cherry fruit, richly tannic structure and glyceriney sweetness, although it's really a dry wine.",Vintners Blend,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ravenswood 2004 Vintners Blend Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2004-vintners-blend-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Ravenswood
13.5,White,US,"Seems hollow and watery, especially compared to recent vintages. The '01 scored 90 points. Is this because of the intense heat of the vintage? Whatever, the wine is citrusy and spicy, but you wish it was more intense.",DCV3 Estate,25,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2004 DCV3 Estate Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2004-dcv3-estate-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Dry Creek Vineyard
14,White,US,"This will be popular among the crowd that likes an affordable fruity wine that's just a tiny bit sweet. Packs loads of apricot, white peach, honeysuckle, pineapple, vanilla, gardenia and Asian spice flavors, and those zesty Monterey acids make it clean and lively.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Blackstone 2005 Gewürztraminer (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2005-gewurztraminer-central-coast-monterey-county/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Blackstone
13.7,White,US,"This is the kind of PG Americans will buy in droves. It's soft, slightly sweet and enormously fruity, flooding the mouth with pineapples, peaches, honeydew melons, honeysuckle flowers, green apples and just about every other fruit in the store.",Founders' Estate,11,84,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2005 Founders' Estate Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2005-founders-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Beringer
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine has plenty of flavor, from mulberry to cherry cola to spice, as well as high acidity and hints of minerality. The nose offers red berry and rhubarb. All in all it's good, but it would be better if it were more integrated.",,13,84,Breede River Valley,,,Bergsig 2003 Pinotage (Breede River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergsig-2003-pinotage-breede-river-valley/,Pinotage,2003,Bergsig
13.9,White,US,"Tons of fruit in this simple, one-dimensional wine, just bursting with everything imaginable. Peaches, pineapples, mangoes, papayas, guavas, nectarines, kiwi, lime, honeysuckle, tangerine, the list goes on. It's dryish and balanced.",,24,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Bask 2005 Viognier (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bask-2005-viognier-north-coast/,Viognier,2005,Bask
14.6,White,US,"A bit simple, but dry and clean, this barrel-fermented Viognier has nice tropical fruit and floral flavors. The acidity is very food-friendly, and the wine wisely avoids that over- the-topness that Viognier can have.",,19,84,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Saddleback 2005 Viognier (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2005-viognier-central-valley-clarksburg/,Viognier,2005,Saddleback
14,Red,New Zealand,"This wine, a partly charitable endeavor aimed at furthering the educations of top Hawke's Bay students, is rather dark and earthy. Roasted meat and coffee notes, with some modest cola accents, aren't easily accessible, and it finishes with charred tomato flavors.",For The People,20,84,Hawke's Bay,,,The Red Square 2004 For The People Pinot Noir (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-square-2004-for-people-pinot-noir-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Noir,2004,The Red Square
13,White,Chile,"Fairly prickly and sharp, especially early on. Time allows it to open somewhat, and what comes out is a sweet, mildly sticky wine with pear and melon flavors. Finishes slightly peppery, with capsicum and citrusy bitterness. Not out of whack or poorly made, but not that thrilling either.",Hacienda Araucano,11,84,Central Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2006 Hacienda Araucano Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2006-hacienda-araucano-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,J. & F. Lurton
,Rose,France,"Fresh, crisp and fruity, this is a good light rosé that could be a fine alternative to a red wine for a turkey or ham dinner. The finish is clean, round and flavored with red berry fruits.",Cinsault,9,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2005 Cinsault Cinsault (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2005-cinsault-other-red-cinsault-vin-pays-doc/,Cinsault,2005,Les Jamelles
14.7,White,US,"Very clean, dry and zesty Sauvignon Blanc here, a bit light in flavor, but at this price, it offers enough Meyer lemon, apricot and white pepper flavor for value.",Picnique,9,84,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,Ledgewood Creek 2005 Picnique Fumé Blanc (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledgewood-creek-2005-picnique-sauvignon-blanc-fume-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2005,Ledgewood Creek
14.1,White,US,"Nice and refreshing, with flavors of fig, peach, pineapple and quince purée, slightly sweetened by honey, but finished with brisk acidity. This is a fine everyday sipper.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Maddalena
,Red,France,"From the cool hills of Limoux in the Aude, this well-structured wine has good raspberry flavors, cherries and a layer of wood. It is firm and dry initially, but the finish mingles fruit and acidity.",,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Lulu B. 2005 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lulu-b-2005-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2005,Lulu B.
13.5,Red,US,"Pretty good for this price, a balanced red wine, brimming with blackberry and cherry flavors, smoky oak, and the full-bodied richness you want in a Cab. Easy to find, with 76,000 cases produced.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,McManis
14.1,Red,US,"Seems soft and one-dimensional, a wine that got so ultraripe the acids and tannins left, leaving pure flavor behind. That flavor is good, all blackberries, cherries and cocoa, but the wine lacks structure and depth.",Bradford Meritage Red Table Wine,42,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 2002 Bradford Meritage Red Table Wine Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-2002-bradford-meritage-red-table-wine-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Sawyer
10,Dessert,US,"Sweet and simple. If you're looking for a nice dessert wine at an everyday price, this is a good choice. It brims with orange juice, tangerine custard and vanilla cream flavors that are balanced with cleansing acidity.",,11,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2005 Orange Muscat (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2005-muscat-orange-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Orange Muscat,2005,Renwood
,Red,France,"Loire Cabernet Franc like this has great spicy flavors, rich red berry fruits and some stalkiness. The structure comes from firm, dry tannins that appear on the finish.",Vallée des Jardins,11,84,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Remy-Pannier 2005 Vallée des Jardins  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2005-vallee-jardins-cabernet-franc-saumur/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Remy-Pannier
12,Sparkling,France,"A rich yellow color, this wine shows prominent oak flavors and aromas. Toasty vanilla dominates the nose while butter and toast wrap around Chardonnay's flavors of yellow fruits. A bigger style, with big bubbles and a round feel.",Perle d'Ivoire Blanc de Blancs Brut,15,84,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Perle d'Ivoire Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-perle-divoire-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Bouillot
13.5,White,US,"Gives exuberant flavor and slight sweetness, just what so many American consumers want in an everyday PG. Bursting with green apple, pear, fig, apricot and honeysuckle flavors, the finish is honeyed and clean.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Robert Mondavi
13.1,Sparkling,Australia,"Seems rather oaky, with cinnamon, clove and cedar notes all taking the lead over modest black cherry fruit. It's on the lean side for sparkling Shiraz, but maybe you're looking for a touch of austerity, not full-blown fruit.",Black Bubbles Sparkling,22,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shingleback NV Black Bubbles Sparkling Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingleback-nv-black-bubbles-sparkling-shiraz-mclaren-vale-60095/,Shiraz,,Shingleback
11,Sparkling,Australia,"This wine is all about popular appeal, from its attractive pale rose color to its obvious, fruit-driven bouquet and its simple, tutti-frutti flavors. It's light and clean, with a short but pleasant finish.",,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Pink by Yellowglen NV  South Eastern Australia,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pink-by-yellowglen-nv-sparkling-south-eastern/,Champagne Blend,,Pink by Yellowglen
13.5,Red,Chile,"Undurraga's high-tier Cabernet is an austere wine with strength and hard tannins but very little elegance. The bouquet issues a strong blast of rubbery red fruit, which is backed by jammy but rough red-fruit flavors. To this taster, this producer's standard premium wines offer better value.",Founder's Collection,22,84,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2004 Founder's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2004-founders-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Undurraga
,Red,France,"This simple wine is soft and juicy, with some fresh raspberry flavors. The tannins are light, round and fruity, leading to an easy, soft finish.",Merlot,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2005 Merlot Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2005-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2005,Patriarche Père et Fils
13.8,Red,US,"Ripe in fruity flavor, a bit sharp and rustic, this wine brims with blackberry jam, cola, chocolate and coffee. The best part is the tannin structure, which is smooth and rich.",,20,84,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Santa Clara Counties,Martin Ray 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Mendocino-Santa Clara Counties),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-mendocino-santa-clara-counties/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Martin Ray
,White,US,"Lots of oak, lots of upfront ripe peach, pear and tropical fruit, that's pretty much the story with this widely available Chard. With more than 100,000 cases, it should be easy to find.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2005 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Kenwood
12.5,White,South Africa,"There's a subtle hint of green to this wine's light yellow color, but there's nothing subtle about green bean aromas that blast from the glass. The wine also has an intense mouthfeel with zippy acidity, which pairs well with the vegetal flavors that also include citrus and a hint of smoke. A bit too green but certainly intense, with a tart finish.",,12,84,Stellenbosch,,,Kanu 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanu-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kanu
14.2,Red,US,"This is a southern Rhône blend of Grenache and Syrah. It has some new oak and is very ripe, with explosive cherry pie and vanilla spice flavors. It seems to have noticeable residual sugar, making it almost a dessert wine.",Cotes du Crow's,18,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2004 Cotes du Crow's Red (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-cotes-crows-red-central-coast-monterey/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Morgan
13.4,White,US,"Easy to imagine millions of people liking this, and thinking it's easy on the wallet. What's not to like? Crisp and ripe in peach, pear and pineapple flavors, with an obviously sweet finish, it's got instant appeal.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Forest Glen
12.5,Red,US,"From the winery formerly known as Napa Ridge comes this modestly priced Cab. It's nicely ripe in all kinds of luscious blackberry, cherry and cocoa flavors, and although it's from the hot region of Lodi, somehow it manages to have crisp acidity.",Coastal Vines,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harlow Ridge 2003 Coastal Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlow-ridge-2003-coastal-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Harlow Ridge
14.6,White,US,"Good everyday Chard, with pronounced peach, apple and pear flavors and more exotic notes of tropical fruits. Oak adds the smoke, vanilla and cream that round the wine off.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Courtney Benham
12.5,White,Spain,"Albariño is not known for its aging potential, and this wine already seems to be on the way out. The nose veers toward apricot and cider, as does the palate. Finishes with a final kick of acidity. Drink soon, or wait for the 2005.",,21,84,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Don Olegario 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-olegario-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Don Olegario
13.5,White,Chile,"Soft, distant and easy on the nose. The palate is defined by sweet banana, peach and vanilla flavors, while the finish is sweet and simple. With a solid mouthfeel, this registers as a basic but good Chardonnay.",Single Vineyard Visión,14,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 Single Vineyard Visión Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-single-vineyard-vision-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Cono Sur
12,Red,Moldova,"Heavy on the nose, this wine's prune-like aromas lead to a medium-bodied quaff with good, smooth tannins and heavy prune flavors. Finishes solid, although on the tangy side.",Codru,8,84,Moldova,,,Cricova 2000 Codru Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Moldova),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cricova-2000-codru-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Cricova
14.6,Red,US,"The name comes from the old Italian Swiss Colony building in Alexander Valley where the wine is made. It's the kind of dry, tannic and berry-rich red wine the Colony churned out for decades, to drink with anything and everything from the kitchen.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Cellar No. 8 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellar-no-8-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Cellar No. 8
13.9,Red,US,"Here's a good, everyday Zin, a little peppery and briary, with ripe cherry and berry flavors. It finishes dry, with the kind of smooth, meaty tannins that cry out for olive oil, cheese, beef.",Founders' Estate Old Vine,11,84,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2004 Founders' Estate Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-founders-estate-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Beringer
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple and peach define the bouquet, but where's the pop? This cava seems a touch quiet and reticent. It's drying, with flavors of apple, white corn and soda cracker. But the bead is weak and the overall personality is shy. Has 15% Chardonnay in addition to the traditional cava three-pack of Macabeo, Parellada and Xarello.",Gran Reserva Brut Nature,18,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Bohigas NV Gran Reserva Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bohigas-nv-gran-reserva-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Bohigas
,Red,US,"A pretty rose color sets up a wine with pleasant mixed red fruits, some spicy highlights and a warm, soft mouthfeel. There is nothing here that shouts “Sangiovese,” but that is rare in Washington. It's a good, all-purpose pizza red.",,19,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wilridge 2004 Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2004-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,2004,Wilridge
13,White,US,"Nice wine. Made from the area where Russian River Valley meets Alexander Valley, the wine shows warm-climate ripeness and cool-climate acidity. Bursts with juicy lime, fig and melon flavors leading to a dry, white peppery finish.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Praxis 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/praxis-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Praxis
13.5,Red,US,"Young, sharp, dry and jammy, with freshly picked cherry and blackberry flavors and a burst of peppery green thyme and dill. Turns tannic on the finish. Shows real flair. What a great by the glass restaurant wine.",,10,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Santino 2003 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santino-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2003,Santino
14.5,Red,US,"It sure is ripe and rich, in line with the wonderful vintage, with a wealth of cherry, licorice, mocha and smoky oak flavors. On the other side are a certain roughness and semi-sweet finish that detract from elegance.",,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Saddleback 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Saddleback
14.5,Red,US,"Tastes like an old field blend wine, with all kinds of wild berry, chocolate and Asian spice flavors that finish hearty and fulfilling. There's a bit of sweetness in the finish, and plenty of acidity.",Old Patch Red,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Trentadue 2004 Old Patch Red Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2004-old-patch-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2004,Trentadue
,Red,France,"A densely packed wine, with dark color, dusty tannins and ripe dark plum flavors. There is some edginess to the aftertaste, with acidity and some greenness.",Syrah,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2005 Syrah Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2005-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2005,Patriarche Père et Fils
,White,France,"There's some good, fresh citrus character here, a pleasant, light and easy style of wine, hinting at wood with vanilla flavors. Fresh acidity gives the finish a lift.",Chardonnay,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2005 Chardonnay Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2005-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2005,Patriarche Père et Fils
13.5,Red,Spain,"A touch minty and rustic, but with enough black cherry, marmalade and tannin to make the grade. Jammy, medium in density and solid. A stout, friendly red made for early drinking.",,10,85,Central Spain,Madrid,,Merum 2005 Tempranillo (Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merum-2005-tempranillo-madrid/,Tempranillo,2005,Merum
14.7,Red,US,"There's so much to like with this small-production Syrah that it's a pity it has flaws. It's a smooth, velvety wine, voluptuous in texture, with plenty of oak-infused blackberry and mocha flavors. Yet there's a sharpness, a green acidic harshness that not even 100% malolactic can eliminate.",Gail Ann's Vineyard,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2003 Gail Ann's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2003-gail-anns-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2003,Dutton Estate
11,White,France,"A satisfying blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay which gives a roundness to the mineral layers of Sauvignon, while giving a lift to the Chardonnay. This is a fresh, crisp wine which would work as an aperitif, with its lift of soft fruit to finish",Côte Tariquet,15,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2005 Côte Tariquet Chardonnay-Sauvignon (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2005-cote-tariquet-white-blend-chardonnay-sauvignon-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Chardonnay-Sauvignon,2005,Domaine du Tariquet
16.3,Red,US,"This is a ripe, lush wine, with high alcohol (16.3%), low acidity, and very forward flavors of blackberry and cherry jam, cocoa and spicy pepper. The fruit really stars in this dry blend of Cab, Syrah, Zin and Petite Sirah.",Quixotic,35,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Gelfand 2004 Quixotic Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gelfand-2004-quixotic-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Gelfand
13,Red,US,"For five bucks you get plenty of lush cherry-blackberry, blueberry and milk chocolate flavor, a smooth texture, velvety tannins and a long, spicy finish. The more you sip, the better it gets.",Twin Valley,5,85,California,California Other,California,Gallo Family Vineyards NV Twin Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-nv-twin-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Gallo Family Vineyards
14,Red,South Africa,"Medium-bodied with dry tannins yet a smooth, approachable feel, this wine has sweet black current and plum flavors wrapped in a light layer of leather that picks up intensity towards the finish.",,9,85,Western Cape,,,Fairvalley 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairvalley-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Fairvalley
11,Red,Moldova,"With 75% Cabernet and 25% Merlot, this older Codru blend has a nice, smooth mouthfeel from soft, aged tannins. Light bodied, with brown tobacco and stem flavors following a nose of brown spice and smoke. Drink up, as the fruit has long since gone, but it's worth trying just for the feel.",Collection Codru,22,85,Moldova,,,Cricova 1990 Collection Codru Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Moldova),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cricova-1990-collection-codru-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1990,Cricova
13.5,Red,US,"This wine is rustic, but it's fully dry, has great fruit and rich tannins, and the bottom line is that it's fun. A good example of the fine art of blending cool and warm places. From Clarksburg, Monterey, Mendocino and Paso Robles.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Cartlidge & Browne 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Cartlidge & Browne
12.5,Red,Spain,"This is a good table wine with sweet, woodsy aromas of sandalwood, clove, cinnamon and earth. The palate turns a bit to the tangy, sharp side. But in a world with so many overripe heavyweights, this edgy, almost racy blend has the right stuff.",,10,85,Central Spain,Castilla La Mancha,,Día Naciente 2004 Shiraz-Tempranillo (Castilla La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dia-naciente-2004-red-blend-shiraz-tempranillo-castilla-mancha/,Shiraz-Tempranillo,2004,Día Naciente
5,Sparkling,Italy,"Best enjoyed with fruit desserts, this wine is intensely floral with tones of cut grass and the variety's characteristic muskiness. Lusciously creamy and frothy in the mouth.",,16,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Castello di Neive 2005  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2005-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2005,Castello di Neive
14.5,Red,US,"Smells great, right up there with great Napa Cab, all toast and rich blackberry chocolate, but turns a little too sweet on the finish for balance. Too bad, because it's a real beauty, except for that sugary finale.",Reserve,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Artesa
14.5,Red,US,"Nice everyday Pinot that shows true Central Coast character in the light color, big, bright acids, long hangtime and ripe cherry and raspberry fruit. There's nothing complicated or hard to get about this wine, just an easy silkiness that leads to another sip.",,23,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Calera
13.6,Red,US,"So soft and melted, it has almost no backbone at all, but there's a nice, grippy dusting of tannins, and the flavors work, so it's okay. Shows berry-cherry fruit with an earthy, dried herb quality.",,27,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Arbios 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbios-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Arbios
14.5,Red,US,"As softly gooey as a sauce you'd pour over sponge cake or ice cream, with blackberry, blueberry and peppery rum and plum flavors. Dry and delicious, but really needs more acidity, structure, tannins, or all the above.",,36,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2003 Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2003,Blue Rock
,Red,France,"Pure Syrah, with its perfumed aromas, earthy ripe fruit flavors and dense texture, packed with tannins under the fruit. This is a great barbecue wine.",La Violette Syrah,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2005 La Violette Syrah Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2005-violette-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2005,Jean-Luc Colombo
13.9,White,US,"Balanced and polished, this easy-drinking PG shows the fruit and zest that are driving the variety's popularity. Crisp acidity offsets ripe pineapple, peach, fig and honeysuckle flavors that finish just a little sweet but very clean.",,10,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harlow Ridge 2005 Pinot Grigio (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlow-ridge-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Harlow Ridge
13.5,White,US,"Classic Sauvignon Blanc, dry and racy, with high, mouthwatering acidity framing ripe citrus, melon, fig, vanilla and peppery spice flavors. Finishes long in ripe citrus fruit.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Lake Sonoma
13.9,White,US,"There's some new oak on this Chard, but the fruit really stars. It's so pure and clean and bright, suggesting pineapples, nectarines, guavas and Meyer lemons. It's a tiny bit sweet, but the acidity is high enough to make the finish feel dry.",,13,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2005 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2005-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Bonterra
12.5,Rose,Spain,"For years this wine was a big-time bargain from Navarra. Now it's not so inexpensive yet the quality is the same. There's common nectarine and raspberry aromas before snappy peach and berry flavors. It's juicy and modest, with crispness and a drying finish.",Gran Feudo Rosé,12,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2005 Gran Feudo Rosé Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2005-gran-feudo-rose-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2005,Bodegas Julián Chivite
13.9,Red,US,"You know how a Beaujolais Nouveau hits you with a blast of young acid and freshly picked fruit? That's this Pinot Noir. It's a simple, savory, easy wine, with cherries, strawberries, pomegranates and rhubarbs that seem like they were picked five minutes ago.",Founders' Estate,12,85,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2005 Founders' Estate Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2005-founders-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,Beringer
13.9,Red,US,"Fine for this price, a fruity, somewhat tannic wine that's dry and balanced and pretty rich. A little bit of Petite Syrah and Zinfandel add darker plum, roasted coffee and chocolate layers to Merlot's cherries and blackberries. Smooth enough to drink with fine meats and cheeses.",Founders' Estate,11,85,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2003 Founders' Estate Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2003-founders-estate-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Beringer
15,Red,US,"Shows the soft lusciousness of Paso, and also the ultraripe fruit that pushes the blackberries and cherries into baked pie filling territory. The wine is dry and fairly tannic, but not so much that a grilled sirloin won't easily handle it.",Reserve,36,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Norman 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Norman
12,White,Greece,"A nicely balanced wine that matches a mineral feel with zesty acidity and sweet citrus fruits. Crisp enough to withstand various seafood dishes or salads, but with enough flavor to stand on its own as an apéritif.",Moschofilero White Label,14,85,Mantinia,,,Nasiakos 2005 Moschofilero White Label Moschofilero (Mantinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nasiakos-2005-moschofilero-white-label-greek-white-moschofilero-mantinia/,Moschofilero,2005,Nasiakos
12,Sparkling,US,"Starts off nicely with scents of yeast that pick up white tropical fruits and freshly picked apples. Peachy flavors again have apple tones, while the acidity is high, just what you need to start off your evening. A bit heavy in the bubbles, though.",Blanc de Noirs Brut,13,85,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet NV Blanc de Noirs Brut Sparkling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-nv-blanc-noirs-brut-sparkling-new-mexico/,Sparkling Blend,,Gruet
13,White,South Africa,"Slatey mineral aromas have touches of green bean, while the palate deals smokey flint with asparagus and green flavors. Very enjoyable for its core of acidity and minerally feel and clean finish.",,15,85,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Jardin
13.5,White,US,"For those who like their Sauvignons dry, tart and a little aggressive. Mainly from Dry Creek Valley, the wine has strong lemongrass and grapefruit flavors, with riper notes of figs. The low alcohol and crisp acidity make it especially drinkable.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Huntington 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Huntington
13.9,Red,US,"With grilled beef, lamb or pork, this rugged wine will be fine. It's very dry, fruity and fairly tannic, with flavors ranging from blackberries and espresso to smoky leather and oak—with a little unsweetened bitter chocolate pudding swirled into the finish.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Maddalena
,Rose,France,"An attractive, onion-skin colored rosé, with fresh fruits, a fine lightness of touch and crisp, strawberry acidity to finish, which is soft, but still dry.",Cinsault-Syrah,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2005 Cinsault-Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2005-cinsault-syrah-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2005,Laurent Miquel
13.5,White,US,"Crisp and grassy-citrusy, with fig and melon overtones and a touch of wildflower honey in the finish, this is textbook Sauvignon Blanc. It has a streamlined elegance that makes it easy to drink, and will be versatile with an enormous range of foods.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Simi
13.5,Red,Chile,"Smoked meat, mocha and ripe red fruit work the nose, followed by red-berry flavors jostled by hints of rhubarb. A fresh, snappy red wine that hits the bull's eye on some of its targets.",Aliwen Reserva,10,85,Central Valley,,,Undurraga 2004 Aliwen Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2004-aliwen-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2004,Undurraga
,White,France,"A properly tropical fruited wine from the warm south, this is a simple, refreshing, well-made, clean wine with good ripe fruit, a light structure, and crisp ripe apples to finish.",,13,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Nizas 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2005-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Domaine de Nizas
13.5,Red,US,"This is a good Pinot but it has some problems that keep the score limited. There's a mulchy earthiness, a sharp, dry mintiness, that limits enjoyment of the underlying cherry flavors, and which is unlikely to age out.",Rust Rock Terrace,40,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2002 Rust Rock Terrace Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2002-rust-rock-terrace-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2002,Gloria Ferrer
13.9,Red,US,"Just a little too sweet for my taste, this Cab is also soft in acids and tannins. The flavors are of sugared blackberry tea, cherry pie filling and cola.",Blackjack Pasture,60,85,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2003 Blackjack Pasture Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2003-blackjack-pasture-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Galante
13,White,Chile,"Fairly herbal on the nose, with strong aromas of tomato, leather and vanilla. The palate runs raisiny, with a mild Porty quality along with a heaping of chocolate. Very full-bodied but short on depth and balance. It's a chunker to say the least.",Leyenda del Toqui,45,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Casas del Toqui 2001 Leyenda del Toqui Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-toqui-2001-leyenda-red-cachapoal-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Casas del Toqui
,Red,Spain,"Plump and full of plum and licorice aromas. Weighs in big and a touch sweet, with black cherry and ripe plum flavors. Very soft in the feel department, with a soft finish that's like a cushioned fall. Healthy as a whole, with lively tannins.",Old Vines,16,85,Spain Other,Spain,,Merum 2005 Old Vines Grenache-Syrah (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merum-2005-old-vines-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-other/,Grenache-Syrah,2005,Merum
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a traditional Lambrusco with a concentrated ruby color and loads of blueberry aromas. Beyond the berry notes, you'll find a nice touch of almond paste. Although the nose is simple, the wine offers good structure and body.",Solo Lambrusco Reggiano Secco,15,85,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Medici Ermete 2005 Solo Lambrusco Reggiano Secco Lambrusco (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medici-ermete-2005-solo-lambrusco-reggiano-secco-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia-romagna/,Lambrusco,2005,Medici Ermete
11,Sparkling,Italy,"“Pear” sums up the most obvious component of this wine's aromatic offerings. You'll find pineapple, peach and exotic fruit as well, but in much smaller doses. All in all, this is a fun and pleasant sparkler, made from aromatic Malvasia grapes, with an attractive nose and a lean mouthfeel.",Daphne Malvasia Frizzante,21,85,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Medici Ermete 2005 Daphne Malvasia Frizzante Malvasia Bianca (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medici-ermete-2005-daphne-malvasia-frizzante-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-emilia-romagna/,Malvasia Bianca,2005,Medici Ermete
13.5,Sparkling,Australia,"A blend of Shiraz and Grenache, this dark-purple sparkler is a bit herbal and underripe tasting, with an herb-laced bouquet and hints of green pepper on the palate. But for all that, it's not unpleasant, as there is adequate cassis fruit for balance and a crisp, reasonably fresh finish.",Shargren Sparkling Red Wine,11,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Patritti NV Shargren Sparkling Red Wine Shiraz-Grenache (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patritti-nv-shargren-sparkling-red-wine-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-south/,Shiraz-Grenache,,Patritti
5,Sparkling,Italy,"The floral and fruity intensity of this wine is splendid and sets the tone for its soft impact in the mouth, which is sweet, creamy and accented by lemon pie flavors.",,17,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Piazzo Armando 2005  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2005-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2005,Piazzo Armando
13.5,White,Chile,"Very soft and plump up front, with strong aromatics akin to hard apple cider and baked corn. The mouth is welcoming, courtesy of good acidity, yet the flavor profile is dominated by a heavy dealing of oak and spice. Finishes a touch too resiny for my liking, but it's still a well-made wine.",20 Barrels Limited Edition,25,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 20 Barrels Limited Edition Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-20-barrels-limited-edition-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Cono Sur
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Prototypical Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, marrying pungent red pepper and passion fruit notes with round, ripe melon flavors. It's a little soft, with a hint of honey on the finish, so serve it well-chilled to help give it more cut.",,13,85,Marlborough,,,Giesen 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-2006-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Giesen
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Not a complete swing and a miss, but nothing special despite the miniscule production and higher-than-normal price. The color is pale and the nose has some gaps. In the mouth, you get dry soda crackers and white-peach flavors. Finishes with lime and apple. No glaring faults but hollow.",XXI Brut,25,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV XXI Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-xxi-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Some early pickle and sauerkraut aromas were worrisome until they completely disappeared. Left in their wake are flavors of apple juice and peaches, while the mouthfeel registers as solid and full. A little funky and definitely not for everyone, given the wine's overt sweetness and oddities.",Carta Nevada Semi Dry,9,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Semi Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-semi-dry-sparkling-cava-63340/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
14.6,Red,US,"On the plus side of this ambitious Syrah is an attractive mouthfeel of rich, sweet tannins, accented by sweet oak, that frames blackberry fruit flavors. On the minus is a minty sharpness that seems to come from green stems or unripe berries mixed into the crush. Doesn't seem like an ager.",Steel Plow,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Landmark 2003 Steel Plow Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2003-steel-plow-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2003,Landmark
12.5,White,Spain,"Round in style, with soft white-fruit and apple blossom aromas. Tastes a touch reduced, as if the lemon, lime and melon flavors had been condensed and amplified. The finish is lively, with citrus and some pithiness. Good but limited.",,13,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lagar de Costa 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-costa-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Lagar de Costa
12.5,White,US,"From one of the most underrated white wine appellations in California comes this crisp, fruity wine, resembling a nice German Kabinett. With apple, jasmine, peach and grapefruit flavors, it straddles the line between dry and off-dry. Good with Asian fare or fusion.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2005 Riesling (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2005-riesling-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Riesling,2005,Ventana
12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Sparkling reds are a bit of an acquired taste, but this is a relatively easy introduction. Raspberry fruit is laced with chocolate and vanilla flavors that come across as reasonably balanced in weight, but with a touch of sweetness on the finish.",M3 Coonawarra Cuvée Sparkling,28,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Rumball NV M3 Coonawarra Cuvée Sparkling Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rumball-nv-m3-coonawarra-cuvee-sparkling-merlot-coonawarra/,Merlot,,Rumball
12,Rose,South Africa,"There's a bit of copper to the color of this wine, and aromas of cola. Fairly intense flavors follow the nose, sassafras and cherry cola leading the way, and the wine has a nice creaminess to it. Could use a bit more acidity to liven it up.",The Rosé Brut,17,85,Tulbagh,,,Twee Jonge Gezellen NV The Rosé Brut Sparkling (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twee-jonge-gezellen-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-tulbagh/,Sparkling Blend,,Twee Jonge Gezellen
14.5,Red,US,"Decent everyday Zin, dry and spicy, with rich tannins and ripe dark berry, coffee and tobacco flavors veering into bitter dark chocolate. Nice with pasta in a tomato sauce.",Old Vine,12,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Windmill 2005 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windmill-2005-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2005,Windmill
13.5,Red,US,"Pleasant and correct rather than exciting, this Pinot Noir has flavors of cola, root beer, pomegranates, cherries and peppery spices. It's totally dry, with an elegantly silky mouthfeel. Drink now.",,28,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gloria Ferrer
13.5,Red,US,"At this price VR is treading into high-priced waters, but quality is keeping up. The wine is rich and lush, with a fine balance of dusty tannins, crisp acids and direct blackberry, coffee and herb flavors.",Vintner's Reserve,18,85,California,North Coast,Sonoma-Napa-Mendocino,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Vintner's Reserve Merlot (Sonoma-Napa-Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-vintners-reserve-merlot-north-coast-sonoma-napa-mendocino/,Merlot,2003,Kendall-Jackson
14.3,Red,US,"Made mostly from the winery's Spring Mountain estate, with some fruit from Carneros. The cherries, green olives and smoky oak are offset by hefty tannins, leading to a bone-dry, somewhat austere finish. The wine has elegance, but not opulence. Drink now.",,34,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Keenan
,Red,US,"Oaky, tannic and somewhat twiggy and minty to start, this Pinot has modest cherry and cola flavors. It's not showing particularly well, with some tightness, but gets fruitier and more charming as it breathes.",Lindley's Knoll,55,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2002 Lindley's Knoll Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2002-lindleys-knoll-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Davis Bynum
14,Red,Spain,"Attractive on the nose, with violet, cherry and a bit of candy. Round and satisfying in the mouth, with full berry flavors and mouthcoating tannins. Not all that nuanced or complex, but good in a dense, hit-me sort of way.",,10,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Legado Muñoz 2004 Merlot (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legado-munoz-2004-merlot-vino-tierra-castilla/,Merlot,2004,Legado Muñoz
14.2,White,US,"This newish appellation, located in the Delta, has been busy promoting itself lately for inexpensive, sound wines just like this. All stainless steel, it's tasty and balanced, with ripe pink grapefruit, apricot, apple, fig, melon and spice flavors, offset by refreshing acidity.",,12,85,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,Ledgewood Creek 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledgewood-creek-2005-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Ledgewood Creek
14.7,Red,US,"A little more work is needed but the promise seems to be there with this wine from south of L.A. It's ripe enough in cherry, blackberry, plum and coffee flavors, with good tannins and acidity.",Ambassador's Reserve,28,85,California,South Coast,San Diego County,Orfila 2003 Ambassador's Reserve Merlot (San Diego County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2003-ambassadors-reserve-merlot-south-coast-san-diego-county/,Merlot,2003,Orfila
13,Red,Greece,"A blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Limnio, this is a young wine with nice fruit but it's lacking in complexity. Grapey on the nose, with grass, spice and hints of coffee emerging, the palate is soft with dusty tannins. A mineral, chalky feel coats the mouth, and the grapey flavors backed by blueberry pie don't diminish it.",Amethystos Red,18,85,Macedonia,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2003 Amethystos Red Red (Macedonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2003-amethystos-red-macedonia/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Domaine Costa Lazaridi
13,Sparkling,US,"It's silly to call your sweetest release “extra dry,” but that's the convention. Whatever, this is a pretty good bubbly. It's certainly off-dry to overtly sweet, but very acidy, with raspberry, peach and yeasty dough flavors.",Riche Extra Dry,18,85,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Riche Extra Dry Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-riche-extra-dry-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Chandon
13.5,White,US,"With mostly Chardonnay and a little of the Symphony grape, this is a fruity, deliciously gulpable wine showing intense peach, pear, apple and vanilla-cinnamon flavors.",Watchdog White,9,85,California,California Other,California,Dog Tail 2005 Watchdog White White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dog-tail-2005-watchdog-white-other/,White Blend,2005,Dog Tail
13.9,White,US,"A nice Chard, grown in the up-and-coming Suisun Valley east of San Francisco in the Delta. Shows nicely ripened tropical fruit, with some oak influence and a long, spicy-fruity finish.",,20,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Bask 2005 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bask-2005-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Bask
11.5,White,France,"Floral, spicy, fresh, crisp, with delicious green fruit and citrus flavors: this is a lively light wine which makes a great aperitif. A blend of Ugni Blanc, Colombard (to give the floral character) and just 5% of Gros Manseng (for the richness and the spice), here's a wine that is just plain easy to drink.  The Grassa family, who farm 2,100 acres of vines in Gascony are pioneers of this typical south-west France blend.",Les Tours,9,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine la Hitaire 2005 Les Tours White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hitaire-2005-tours-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2005,Domaine la Hitaire
13.2,Red,Greece,"A solid producer of Naoussa, Karydas has crafted a good Xinomavro  with this vintage. Aromas come on strong with lush purple fruit, violets, pepper and menthol, then pick up lemon, charred burger and distinctive earthy elements. Flavors of pomegranate, menthol and plum all have a meaty feel, while hard tannins are matched by firm acidity. More of a curiosity wine than one to consume over light conversation.",,25,85,Naoussa,,,Domaine Karydas 2003 Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-karydas-2003-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2003,Domaine Karydas
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Light and modest in aromas, although scents of citrus blossom and nectarine manage to work their way to the top of the bouquet. The palate is smooth and creamy, with flavors of red plum, melon and chocolate. A good wine that won't make you go crazy looking for complexities and depth.",Rosado,14,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Bohigas NV Rosado Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bohigas-nv-rosado-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Bohigas
13,White,Spain,"Heavy, with a lot of oak, which is reflected in both the amber color and the aromas. Flavors of vanilla, lemon drop, banana and wood resin take a moment or two to get used to, but they grow on you. Not a lot of complexity or breadth, but interesting for what it is.",Conde de Valdemar Blanco,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2005 Conde de Valdemar Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2005-conde-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2005,Bodegas Valdemar
12,Sparkling,France,"A simple yet quaffable bubbly, this has a heady perfume of ripe cherry with red berry and citrus flavors. Runs on the plump side, with lower-than-average acidity.",Réserve Dry Rosé,9,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Réserve Dry Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-reserve-dry-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles de Fère
11.3,Rose,US,"Pretty dark and full-bodied for a blush, but it sure is tasty, a simple wine with cherry jam and white chocolate flavors that finish a little sweet. Fine acidity balances it all out.",White Merlot,8,84,California,California Other,California,Stone Garden 2005 White Merlot Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-garden-2005-white-merlot-other/,Merlot,2005,Stone Garden
13.5,White,US,"This creamy Chard has good varietal character, with pleasant peach, green apple and cinnamon spice flavors.",Twin Valley,5,84,California,California Other,California,Gallo Family Vineyards NV Twin Valley Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-nv-twin-valley-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Gallo Family Vineyards
13,White,US,"When I was getting into wine, Gallo's inexpensive Sauvignon Blanc was my house white. The wine hasn't changed at all over the years, and still offers plenty of polished citrus, melon and fig flavors in a dry, clean package.",Twin Valley,5,84,California,California Other,California,Gallo Family Vineyards NV Twin Valley Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-nv-twin-valley-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Gallo Family Vineyards
13.7,Red,US,"The tannins of this dry, red wine will happily grapple with the fats of cheese and beef, and the acids will match tomatoes. From Delicato.",,13,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clay Station 2004 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clay-station-2004-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2004,Clay Station
14.1,Red,US,"There's a briary, rustic nature to this Merlot, almost like Zinfandel, with its wild berry, white pepper, coffee and tobacco flavors. It has sandpapery tannins that scour the mouth.",Estate,38,83,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 2003 Estate Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-2003-estate-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,2003,Sawyer
12,Rose,US,"Pale in color, simple in structure and on the slightly sweet side, this blush has delicate flavors of strawberries, rose petals and herb tea.",Afternoon Delight Syrah Rosé,22,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2005 Afternoon Delight Syrah Rosé Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2005-afternoon-delight-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2005,Hunt Cellars
11,Rose,Greece,"The color is in the rust-salmon family. Aromas are of cherry and rose, while the fairly lively palate has more rustic flavors of cola and cherry fruit.",Demestica Rosé,9,82,Greece,,,Achaia Clauss NV Demestica Rosé Agiorgitiko (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaia-clauss-nv-demestica-rose-greek-red-agiorgitiko/,Agiorgitiko,,Achaia Clauss
,Red,France,"Lean, slightly green fruit gives this wine's firm, tannic character center stage, with black currant acidity and some freshness. Light and ready to drink.",Merlot,9,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2005 Merlot Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2005-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2005,Les Jamelles
14,Red,US,"With a semi-sweet, medicinal cherry taste, this Zin shows the rustic side of Paso Robles. It feels manipulated, stripped of authenticity.",Oakenshield Wineworks,20,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2004 Oakenshield Wineworks Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-oakenshield-wineworks-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Castoro Cellars
13.3,White,US,"The promotional material for this wine says it's to celebrate “the indomitable spirit and culture of the Big Easy,” New Orleans. It's not only a bad wine, it's an insult to the victims of Hurricane Katrina, and a cynical attempt to play off the public's sympathy. If Bronco Wine Co., which owns the brand, donated any of the profits to relief efforts, it would be one thing. But they're not. Shame.",,10,80,California,California Other,California,Fat Cat 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-cat-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Fat Cat
,White,France,"Rather rustic flavors, but there is some green fruit and a hint of cream.This Tetrapak-packed wine has a full-bodied texture, with only light acidity.",Chardonnay,10,80,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,French Rabbit 2005 Chardonnay Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-rabbit-2005-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2005,French Rabbit
13.5,Red,US,"Dull, with candied flavors and a medicinal finish. There's funk in there, too.",,11,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Robert Mondavi
14.5,Red,US,"Raw, sweetly medicinal and acidic, offering little pleasure. Okay in casual circumstances.",Geyservile Estate,22,81,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trentadue 2003 Geyservile Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2003-geyservile-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Trentadue
13.8,Red,US,"Hard to find much to like with this dry, harsh wine. It's as acidic as coffee, and tannic to boot, with not much fruit. Merlot, Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot.",Limited Release Assemblage Red Wine,14,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Limited Release Assemblage Red Wine Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-limited-release-assemblage-red-wine-central-coast/,Red Blend,2004,Concannon
12,Red,Moldova,"This wine starts off with robust aromas of purple, candied fruit and stem, but in the mouth it's too sweet, the berry and sour cherry flavors having a candied edge.",Dionis,10,81,Moldova,,,Cricova 2000 Dionis Red (Moldova),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cricova-2000-dionis-red/,Red Blend,2000,Cricova
12,White,Greece,"This wine has mild aromas of macadamia, pineapple and musky flower. On the palate, these same flavors are nice but bland. 100% Vilana.",Kretikos,10,81,Crete,,,Boutari 2005 Kretikos Vilana (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2005-kretikos-other-white-vilana-crete/,Vilana,2005,Boutari
13,Red,Spain,"Brambly red fruit, leather and a strong whiff of dill pickle create a less than welcoming nose, which is backed by tart red fruit that carries a roasted overtone. Oaky and tomatoey throughout, with a lean mouthfeel.",Conde de Valdemar Crianza,12,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2002 Conde de Valdemar Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2002-conde-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2002,Bodegas Valdemar
10.5,Dessert,US,"This dessert wine has pushed itself to the front of the line of California sweeties, and the '04 is a great bottling. It's enormously sweet in late-harvest character, with apricot liqueur, pineapple tart and vanilla cream flavors that are brightened and boosted with cleansing acidity. So addictively delicious you just can't help yourself.",Tears of Dew Late Harvest,22,95,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2004 Tears of Dew Late Harvest Moscato (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2004-tears-dew-late-harvest-muscat-moscato-central-coast-paso-robles/,Moscato,2004,EOS
,White,France,"Mineral and structured, this is a wine that is very linear and almost austere. There is elegance, fruit and wood along with a hint of ripe plums and peaches. But always that minerality, that steely character, which promise long aging.",,253,95,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Etienne Sauzet 2004  Chevalier-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etienne-sauzet-2004-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Etienne Sauzet
,White,France,"This wine is deceptive. At first smell and taste, it doesn't show much—its spice and green-fruit aromas are not at all obvious. It's when you roll it around your mouth, that all the layers of flavor emerge. It is powerful, rounded, but with a fine line of minerality that holds the whole wine on a knife edge. The wood is beautifully judged, the fruit just beginning to develop secondary aromas. Hold for several years.",,600,95,Burgundy,Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004  Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-chardonnay-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
,White,France,"A fine wine that offers power, generosity and also a chalky, mineral character. No wonder Montrachet is seen as the greatest grand cru—it has structure, concentration, delicious fruit and layers of complexity. It also needs to age. To drink this wine now would be more than a shame.",,500,96,Burgundy,Montrachet,,Etienne Sauzet 2004  Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etienne-sauzet-2004-chardonnay-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Etienne Sauzet
,White,France,"As Anne-Claude Leflaive describes it, this wine is all about the complexity of the vineyard's soil. There is minerality and finesse from the chalk, which gives a structure. And at the same time the ripe fruit seems opulent, with vanilla and spice flavors adding something exotic. Age this wine for at least 5 years.",Les Pucelles Premier Cru,175,96,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2003 Les Pucelles Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2003-pucelles-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Leflaive
13.5,White,France,"This comes from high up in the Chevalier-Montrachet vineyard, from vines surrounding a small workers shed, the “cabotte.” It is the better of the two bottlings from this vineyard by Bouchard, although “better” here is like differentiating between two stars on top form. It has great poise, so although the richness is there, it is shot through with acidity and citric flavors that underline the huge, ripe fruit. Age for 10 years for best results.",La Cabotte,500,96,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004 La Cabotte  (Chevalier-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-cabotte-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
14.4,White,US,"What a roll St. Jean has been on with Chardonnay. This wine was made from a majority of Robert Young and Belle Terre vineyard fruit, and is two-thirds new French oak. The combination is mind-blowing. The vineyards contribute concentrated spicy, tropical fruit flavors and perfect acid balance, while the oak provides elaborate seasoning. Absolutely delicious. One of the most satisfying Chards of the vintage.",Reserve,45,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2003-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Chateau St. Jean
,White,France,"This is a beautifully shaped wine that rises from a quiet opening. Muted and slightly closed up at this stage, it opens opulently but with balanced acidity and crispness, as well as richness and restrained power.",Marquis de Laguiche,596,96,Burgundy,Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Marquis de Laguiche  (Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-marquis-laguiche-chardonnay-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
12.7,Red,US,"Hard to find much to like with this sharply acidic, green young wine. Has flavors of wintergreen and fennel, with a touch of cherry juice.",,9,80,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Stone Creek 2003 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-creek-2003-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2003,Stone Creek
14,Red,US,"Definitely on the rustic side, showing some overripe, raisiny flavors alongside greener, minty ones, and a sugary sweet finish. A clumsy wine.",Crane Ridge Reserve,18,80,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2003 Crane Ridge Reserve Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2003-crane-ridge-reserve-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2003,Wente
13,Red,Spain,"Medicinal and chalky on the nose; tart and lively, with acidic cherry and plum flavors. Short on the finish.",,9,80,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Mar de Castilla 2005 Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-castilla-2005-tempranillo-blend-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Mar de Castilla
13.5,Red,US,"Clean and properly varietal, but it's a rustic, country-style wine with some rough edges.",,7,80,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2005 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2005-merlot-other/,Merlot,2005,Delicato
14.9,Red,US,"Smells caramelly and Port-like, with raisiny fruit backed by drying tannins.",Louvau Vineyard Old Vines,28,80,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2003 Louvau Vineyard Old Vines Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2003-louvau-vineyard-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Dashe Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"Porty and sugary sweet, this blackberry-flavored wine is simple.",Val de la Mer,25,80,California,South Coast,,Orfila 2003 Val de la Mer Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-2003-val-mer-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Syrah,2003,Orfila
13.9,White,US,"Weak and vegetal, with just the barest note of Chardonnay juice, this is a pretty forgettable wine.",,9,80,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Stone Creek 2004 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-creek-2004-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Stone Creek
13,Red,Spain,"Almost volatile with its cooked rhubarb and berry aromas. Screechy black cherry and raspberry flavors don't really help it along. Simply a hard, closed-down wine that isn't up to its price tag.",Vertus Reserva,35,80,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Bodegas Iranzo 2002 Vertus Reserva Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-iranzo-2002-vertus-reserva-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Bodegas Iranzo
14.5,Red,US,"A 50-50 blend of the two varieties. Sweet and soft, it's like a cheap Chianti of old times.",Zinfandel-Primitivo,33,80,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2004 Zinfandel-Primitivo Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2004-zinfandel-primitivo-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Andretti
11.5,White,Cyprus,"A unique wine, this has sweet aromas of honeysuckle, mint and oak. Low in acidity with a medium body, it gives the impression of oiliness, and has strange muscat-like flavors with oak and sawdust hints.",,10,80,Lemesos,,,Domaine Nicolaides NV Xinisteri (Lemesos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nicolaides-nv-greek-white-xinisteri-lemesos/,Xinisteri,,Domaine Nicolaides
,Red,Spain,"Jammy and sweet on the nose, like a jar of strawberry preserves. The palate, however, is light and tart, with burnt berry flavors. Finishes peppery and short, with little to latch onto.",,10,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cueto 2004  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cueto-2004-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Cueto
13,Red,Greece,"Funky and rustic, this wine just makes the grade with metal-tinged flavors of pomegranate and dark fruit sitting atop dry, hard tannins. A blend of Agiorgitiko and Xinomavro.",Purple Earth,22,80,Nemea,,,Katogi & Strofilia 2001 Purple Earth Red (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katogi-strofilia-2001-purple-earth-red-nemea/,Red Blend,2001,Katogi & Strofilia
12.5,Red,Cyprus,"This blend of the Cyprian Ofthalmo, Mourvèdre and Cabernet Sauvignon has strange aromas of prune, wet grass and beet. But rhubarb flavors and a sweetness hide the tannins and gives it a smooth feel.",Agios Onoufrios,10,81,Kathikas,,,K&K Vasilikon 2003 Agios Onoufrios Red (Kathikas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-k-vasilikon-2003-agios-onoufrios-red-kathikas/,Red Blend,2003,K&K Vasilikon
,Red,France,"There are raspberry fruit aromas, but the flavor is lean, with dry tannins and acidity. The finish is firm, bordering on tough.",Pinot Noir,10,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,French Rabbit 2005 Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-rabbit-2005-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2005,French Rabbit
14.3,Red,US,"Tough, weedy and tannic, with a dry, astringent mouthfeel and faint cherry flavors fading back into tannins. Not a very rewarding Cab, and not going anywhere.",,34,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Catacula 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catacula-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Catacula
13.7,White,US,"There's not much to like in this dry, harsh, acidic wine. It's thin and minty, with an astringent finish. The wine tastes like the vines were overcropped.",Limited Release Stampmaker's,14,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Limited Release Stampmaker's Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-limited-release-stampmakers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2004,Concannon
,White,France,"Fat and full, this is a heavy wine, dominated by Sémillon and leaving very little impression on the taste buds.",French Roots,10,81,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Ginestet 2004 French Roots  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2004-french-roots-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2004,Ginestet
13,Red,Spain,"Hard and jumbled up front, with slightly harsh peppery notes interlocking with light raspberry fruit. A light, airy, almost innocuous wine with mild bitterness on the finish. Doesn't impress.",,8,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rioja Vega 2004  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-vega-2004-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Rioja Vega
14,Red,Spain,"A blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Grenache that can only be described as strange. The nose is stewy, the palate full of root beer, baked berries and syrup. It's even cloying on the finish. Yet through all that there's still a little something redeeming about it.",,20,81,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra Ribera del Gállego-Cinco Villas,,Reino de los Mallos 2003 Red (Vino de la Tierra Ribera del Gállego-Cinco Villas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reino-los-mallos-2003-red-vino-tierra-ribera-gallego-cinco-villas/,Red Blend,2003,Reino de los Mallos
13.5,White,US,"Not a very interesting; a soft, weak wine with aromas and flavors of canned fruits.",Westside Estate,10,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,JanKris 2005 Westside Estate Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jankris-2005-westside-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2005,JanKris
13.5,Red,Spain,"This Navarran winery usually does well, but its '02 Crianza isn't up to snuff. The nose is clumsy and jammy, while the fruit is underdeveloped and dull. Acceptable on its best day.",Crianza,10,81,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Sardasol 2002 Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sardasol-2002-crianza-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2002,Viña Sardasol
,White,France,"Fat and oily in texture, this wine tastes of tropical fruits but is too heavy and soft to give varietal pleasure.",Sauvignon Blanc,8,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2005 Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2005-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Patriarche Père et Fils
13.5,White,Romania,"A thin, high-acid wine with okay flavors of citrusy white fruits.",,10,81,Dealu Mare,,,Vox Populi 2004 Chardonnay (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vox-populi-2004-chardonnay-dealu-mare/,Chardonnay,2004,Vox Populi
13.5,Red,Moldova,"Rosy colored, but with heavy, chunky aromas. Stalky red fruit flavors lack excitement. A touch of cola is nice, but not enough to stand out and sing.",Select,13,81,Cahul,,,Graystone 2004 Select Pinot Noir (Cahul),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graystone-2004-select-pinot-noir-cahul/,Pinot Noir,2004,Graystone
13,Rose,Greece,Freshly crushed raspberry and darker red fruit aromas waft from this deeply colored rosé. The wine has light tannins but lacks the acidity to lift the dark pomegranate flavors.,Agiorgitiko (St. George) Rosé,14,81,Corinth,,,Palivou 2005 Agiorgitiko (St. George) Rosé Agiorgitiko (Corinth),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palivou-2005-agiorgitiko-st-george-rose-greek-red-agiorgitiko-corinth/,Agiorgitiko,2005,Palivou
13.5,Red,US,"Smells hot, tastes raw and sharp, with blackberry and cherry tea flavors that seem artificially sweetened. This is a pretty clumsy wine.",Vintners Blend,12,81,California,California Other,California,Ravenswood 2004 Vintners Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2004-vintners-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Ravenswood
14,Red,Spain,"Light reddish in color, with dry cranberry aromas and a strong hint of spearmint. Surprisingly heavy in the mouth, with slightly cooked flavors and a wave of burnt brown sugar on the finish. A wine with some issues.",Old Vines,10,81,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,La Riada 2004 Old Vines Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riada-2004-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2004,La Riada
13.5,White,Chile,"Opens with butterscotch and toast, but the palate doesn't really hold up. It offers dull orange and citrus flavors that are stretched thin. Lastly, citrus rind on the finish makes the final act bitter and rough.",Estate,8,81,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2005 Estate Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2005-estate-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Luis Felipe Edwards
13,Rose,Spain,"Reddish in color and plump on the nose. The palate, however, deals only light cherry and dilute berry flavors. Inconsequential on the finish, with little character overall.",Rosado,10,81,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Vilano 2005 Rosado Tempranillo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-vilano-2005-rosado-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Viña Vilano
13.5,Red,US,"Rustic, harsh, a little unripe, the wine is thankfully dry and low in alcohol, and is certainly affordable, but that's not enough. It lacks fruit, charm and drinkability.",,10,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Renwood 2004 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2004-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2004,Renwood
8.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a perky, sweet frizzante red with limited appeal among top-brass wine connoisseurs. It does, however, make a fine Sunday afternoon picnic drink with fruit candy and soda pop aromas, lower alcohol and big berry flavors.",Lambrusco dell'Emilia,6,81,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Zonin NV Lambrusco dell'Emilia Lambrusco (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-lambrusco-dellemilia-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia-romagna/,Lambrusco,,Zonin
12.5,White,Spain,"Short and slightly chemical on the nose, with hard-to-define melon, citrus and apple flavors. A tart wine without too much going on.",Veliterra Joven,9,81,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Agricola Castellana 2005 Veliterra Joven White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-castellana-2005-veliterra-joven-white-rueda/,White Blend,2005,Agricola Castellana
12.5,White,Spain,"Light melon and vanilla aromas are simple yet muddled, while the green melon and lemon flavors are not overly generous but acceptable. A narrow wine with a lean figure and protruding acidity.",,10,82,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Solar de la Vega 2004 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-de-la-vega-2004-verdejo-rueda-59875/,Verdejo,2004,Solar de la Vega
,White,France,"A light, crisp wine with flavors of pink grapefruit and cantaloupe melons. The finish is just a touch sweet.",Vallée des Jardins,11,82,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Remy-Pannier 2005 Vallée des Jardins Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2005-vallee-jardins-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-jardin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Remy-Pannier
14.2,White,US,"One of the rare PGs that comes from this prestigious appellation, which is patently too warm for the variety. The wine is dull and soft, with earthy flavors, and all that oak doesn't help.",,18,82,California,Napa,Oakville,Saddleback 2005 Pinot Grigio (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-oakville/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Saddleback
14.8,Red,US,"Semi-sweet, with a sugary, Porty taste and, paradoxically, green, minty flavors and high acids. Not exactly flawed, but a difficult wine.",,18,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trentadue 2003 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2003-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Trentadue
15,Red,US,"Merlot is tough to make anywhere, and Paso Robles isn't its best home. It's too hot there. This is a rustic, high alcohol wine, with an edgy texture and sweet-and-sour cherry flavors.",Mr. Wilson's Vineyard,23,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Mr. Wilson's Vineyard Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-mr-wilsons-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2003,Peachy Canyon
12.5,Red,Spain,"The bouquet mixes bramble and berry notes, which turn rougher and more vegetal as time passes. The palate is peppery and light, with just adequate cherry and berry flavors. A light, distant wine with some similarities to Beaujolais Nouveau.",,10,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Darien 2004  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darien-2004-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Darien
14.1,Red,US,"Rustic and simple, this dry wine has herbaceous, barely-ripened cherry flavors, along with a rough mouthfeel.",Estate,10,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,JanKris 2003 Estate Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jankris-2003-estate-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2003,JanKris
14.2,Red,US,"A huge disappointment, given the pedigree of the ownership (Romanée-Conti) and vineyard (Hyde). The wine isn't fully ripe, showing a green mintiness, yet is also raisiny, too ripe. In other words, it's clumsy.",Napa Valley Red Wine,60,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,HdV 2003 Napa Valley Red Wine Red (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hdv-2003-napa-valley-red-wine-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,HdV
13.4,White,US,"Too grassy and feline for me, an acidic, dry wine that reeks of hay and nettles. They put some new French oak on, but it doesn't really make things any richer.",,17,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Wattle Creek 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Wattle Creek
12.5,White,Spain,"Soft aromatically, with notes of pear, vanilla and banana. Surprisingly, the palate is short and tart, with sharp citrus and pineapple flavors. Entirely basic and lacking punch. Already seems to be in decline and it's brand new.",Contrapunto,13,82,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Agro de Bazán 2005 Contrapunto Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agro-bazan-2005-contrapunto-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Agro de Bazán
14.5,White,US,"Seems tired, and even though it's not an old wine, it just lacks zest. It's a simple little Chardonnay with modest peach flavors and a dry earthiness.",,14,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Irony 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irony-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Irony
13,White,US,"There's a place in the market for simple, off-dry wines like this. It has candied peach and pineapple flavors and finishes in a sugary swirl.",,9,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wente 2005 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2005-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2005,Wente
13.5,Red,US,"This wine is nearly black, with a purple rim, and smokey aromas of roasted salsa and leather. Despite the lack of fruit on the nose, there is plenty of dark underlying fruit to the palate, but still a roasted flavor, along with Band-Aid.",,12,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Sula 2005 Shiraz (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sula-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Shiraz,2005,Sula
10.5,White,US,"Sweet and simple, with Lifesaver candy flavors. There's sourness from acidity, but the wine is basically okay.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Stone Garden 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-garden-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Stone Garden
11,Sparkling,Australia,"This inexpensive sparkling wine features a slightly honeyed, floral bouquet that shows a touch of spicy complexity. The soft melon and pineapple flavors lack acidic cut and finish short.",,12,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow by Yellowglen NV Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-by-yellowglen-nv-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,,Yellow by Yellowglen
,Red,US,"This seems like an old release and shows just how much this winery has improved since the disappointing vintages of the early 2000's. Scents show a lot of volatility and nail polish, while the flavors are an odd mix of tired fruit with burnt rubber and more nail polish.",,29,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Wilridge 2002 Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2002,Wilridge
13,Red,Spain,"Woodsy and smoky up front, which sort of hides the fact that there's very little fruit on the bones of this wine. On the palate, it's peppery and firm, with spiky tannins.",Crianza,10,82,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Pago de la Jaraba 2003 Crianza Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-jaraba-2003-crianza-tempranillo-blend-mancha/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Pago de la Jaraba
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Chardonnay features plenty of tropical fruit flavors, but not much else except a distracting rubbery, tarry scent.",,13,82,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2005 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2005-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2005,Oyster Bay
15.2,Red,US,"Pinot from Paso doesn't really work, and although this is on the cooler, western end, near the York Mountain appellation, it's unbalanced. While it's dry, it has a medicinal taste, and a burning hot mouthfeel from high alcohol.",Signature Selection,25,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2004 Signature Selection Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2004-signature-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bianchi
13,Red,Spain,"After a couple of vintages of really raving about this Merlot, the '02, from a cool, wet vintage, just isn't that great. The nose is dominated by rhubarb and sharpness, while the palate offers peppery flavors and a rough feel. Plenty of olive on the finish brings ripeness into question.",Deyo,18,82,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2002 Deyo Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2002-deyo-merlot-navarra/,Merlot,2002,Castillo de Monjardin
12,Red,Moldova,"Pomegranate and red berry flavors are fairly sweet, as indicated by the label, and the wine offers aromas of cinnamon, violet, candied dark fruit and honey.",Mirodia Semidry,9,82,Codru Region,,,Vino Vista Collection 2005 Mirodia Semidry Red (Codru Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-vista-collection-2005-mirodia-semidry-red-codru-region/,Red Blend,2005,Vino Vista Collection
14,Red,New Zealand,"This is a big, burly, Syrah-like Pinot that delivers impressive color, alcohol levels and tannins, just not a lot of aroma, flavor or texture.",,20,82,Marlborough,,,Gravitas 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gravitas-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Gravitas
13.5,Red,US,"Overripe and raisiny, with a sweet-and-sour sharpness. Not a bad wine, but rustic.",,20,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Field Stone 2003 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-2003-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Field Stone
,White,France,"Fresh but lightweight, this wine has pleasant green fruits and crisp acidity. There is some structure, but it seems as if  the fruit wasn't ripe enough.",Viognier,10,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2005 Viognier Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2005-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2005,Patriarche Père et Fils
14.5,Red,Spain,"Bold in color, with a stewy nose that oozes raisin and licorice. The palate is heavy, with bacon and reduced berry flavors. Flat and a touch burnt late, and in general it's in dire need of an infusion of acidity.",,12,82,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Corona de Aragón 2004 Syrah (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corona-aragon-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-carinena/,Syrah,2004,Corona de Aragón
,White,US,"Co-released with the '04, but the wine is tired. It's already showing old flavors, with an earthy, herbal undertow.",Estate Grown,34,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2003 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2003-estate-grown-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Robert Stemmler
14.2,Red,US,"The thinking with this Merlot-based Bordeaux blend seems to have been, if ripeness is good, then superripeness is better. And we might as well throw on a ton of new French oak. The result is excess, imbalance.",Angels' Peak,50,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terlato 2003 Angels' Peak Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2003-angels-peak-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Terlato
13.8,White,US,"Clean enough, but not much going on in this dry, thin Chard. It has watery, vaguely Chardonnay-like flavors and is acidic.",,11,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Lockwood
12.5,Rose,US,"Smells jammy and peppery, a fairly inviting aroma that lets you down once the initial strawberry flavors disappear into a watery thin finish. If only there was a little more there there.",Select Series Syrah Rosé,12,82,California,California Other,California,Renwood 2004 Select Series Syrah Rosé Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2004-select-series-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Renwood
13.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and green minty in the mouth, this Syrah is very dry. As far as fruit goes, it has modest cherry-berry flavors, but it's really a pretty thin wine.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2004 Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2004,Wente
13.5,Red,US,"This appellation, on the west side of Salinas Valley just below Santa Lucia Highlands, is great for whites. Reds fare less well, especially when the vines are overcropped, as they seem to have been with this thin, acidic Merlot. It shows candied flavors of cherries and mint.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2004 Merlot (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2004-merlot-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Merlot,2004,Wente
14.5,Red,US,"Raw and harsh, and even though there's some good blackberry and cherry fruit, not to mention toasty oak, the tannins come across as astringent and minty-green. Not going anywhere, so drink now.",Estate,40,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Peju
15.9,Red,US,"Unbalanced, with a hot, Porty mouthfeel and medicinal, sweet-and-sour cherry flavors.",Dolinsek Ranch Reserve,40,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mara 2004 Dolinsek Ranch Reserve Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mara-2004-dolinsek-ranch-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Mara
14,Red,US,"There are some really good vineyards in the blend, including Bien Nacido and Laetitia, but somehow the wine doesn't do them justice. It tastes simple and one-dimensional, with jammy, semi-sweet cherry and cola flavors.",,13,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Five Rivers 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Five Rivers
12.8,Red,New Zealand,"Starts off with attractive scents of hickory smoke and cedar, but these wood-derived elements never fully merge or give way to the modest plum fruit. Dry and dusty on the finish.",Carsons Cabernets,25,82,Hawke's Bay,,,Hatton Estate 2003 Carsons Cabernets Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatton-estate-2003-carsons-cabernets-red-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Hatton Estate
14.2,Red,US,"Thick and soft, this wine has simple, sweetish medicinal flavors of cherry and black raspberry Lifesavers. The oak just adds vanilla.",Rhinefarm Vineyard,29,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2003 Rhinefarm Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2003-rhinefarm-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2003,Gundlach Bundschu
12.5,White,France,"A soft, somewhat unfocused wine that offers some light herbaceous character. Pleasant when well chilled.",Sauvignon Blanc,12,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fat Bastard 2005 Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-bastard-2005-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fat Bastard
14.6,Red,US,"Tough and country-style, a dry, rugged little wine with upfront wild berry and spice flavors.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Cellar No. 8 2004 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellar-no-8-2004-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Cellar No. 8
13.8,Red,US,"This is a new, mid-priced line from venerable Napa producer Raymond. It's okay, maybe a little pricy, but there's some good cherry-berry fruit. Loses a point or two for roughness and sweetness, though.",R Collection,14,83,California,California Other,California,Raymond 2004 R Collection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2004-r-collection-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Raymond
13.5,White,US,"Fruity and slightly sweet to the point of off-dry, this simple wine has pleasant fig, citrus and vanilla flavors. Fortunately, it also has good, crisp acidity.",,9,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Wente
12.5,Red,France,"A big, fruity wine with spicy, dry fruits, flavors of blackberries and ripe plums, and a warm, ripe feel. This is big stuff, with solid, dark tannins and a toasty wood finish. It demands big food.",Shiraz,12,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fat Bastard 2005 Shiraz Shiraz (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-bastard-2005-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-vin-pays-doc/,Shiraz,2005,Fat Bastard
13,Red,US,"For five bucks, you get a smooth, dry wine with nice cherry flavors and a polished edge of tannins. What's not to like?",,5,83,California,California Other,California,Gallo Family Vineyards NV Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-nv-merlot-other/,Merlot,,Gallo Family Vineyards
15.5,Red,US,"A Rhône blend of six varieties, the wine has bittersweet, jammy flavors of wild berries, chocolate, cinnamon and tobacco, with a rough-and-ready texture. Bone dry, it's for quaffing now.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Frontier Red NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frontier-red-nv-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,,Frontier Red
,Red,France,"While the black currant fruit flavors are fresh enough, and there is a good fruity aftertaste, this is too light for the vintage, and the acidity tends to dominate.",,,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Chateau la Gaborie 2004  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaborie-2004-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Chateau la Gaborie
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from Lambrusco Salamino and Grasparossa varieties, this is a simple, fun, clean and dry wine with bright raspberry, blackberry and strawberry aromas, but a bittersweet note in the mouth.",Vivante,10,83,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Cantine Riunite NV Vivante Lambrusco (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-riunite-nv-vivante-italian-red-lambrusco-emilia-romagna/,Lambrusco,,Cantine Riunite
13,Red,Spain,"It has been a few years since 2001 was a current vintage, and while Montsant wines can age, this one doesn't seem to be going anywhere in particular. The nose is overdone with heavy mint, menthol and cinnamon-driven oak, while the palate is jumpy and tannic. Not a cheap wine, but also not that great.",Clos D'Englora,40,83,Catalonia,Montsant,,Cellers Baronia del Montsant 2001 Clos D'Englora Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellers-baronia-montsant-2001-clos-denglora-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2001,Cellers Baronia del Montsant
13.9,White,US,"A little sweet and simple, this blend of Pinot Blanc, Viognier and Chardonnay offers ample peach and nectarine flavors.",Tango,20,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castoro Cellars 2005 Tango White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2005-tango-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2005,Castoro Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"Brander keeps trying to get Cabernet ripe down in Santa Ynez, and while they sometimes come close, it's like horseshoes: close doesn't count at this price. Even in this hot vintage, the wine has a tough astringency, and less than generous flavors. Oddly, I liked the regular '04 Cab better.",Reserve,50,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Brander
14,Red,Spain,"This wine is Cáceres' attempt at a modern (yet for the masses) Rioja, and frankly it's not working. The bouquet is nothing but an avalanche of coconut and butter, which stems from the barrel regimen the wine goes through. And the palate is loud, chunky and clumsy. Yes, there's big fruit and bulk; but it's grabby, oversized and overoaked.",MC,38,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2004 MC  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2004-mc-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Marqués de Cáceres
13,Red,Romania,"A light-bodied and slightly underripe wine, judging by the stalky notes, but overall it passes with peppery, red fruit aromas and flavors.",Special Reserve,18,83,Dealu Mare,,,La Belle Amie 2001 Special Reserve Pinot Noir (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-amie-2001-special-reserve-pinot-noir-dealu-mare/,Pinot Noir,2001,La Belle Amie
13.5,White,US,"A little sugary, but otherwise you'll find a powerhouse of ripe tropical fruit, peach, honeysuckle and vanilla spice flavors in this smooth, clean wine.",,13,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clay Station 2005 Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clay-station-2005-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2005,Clay Station
12,Red,Moldova,"At first this wine smells of stem, berry fruit and oak, then picks up candied apple and clay notes. Fairly big and bulky, despite being dry and stemmy, the wine offers spice and chocolate in addition to red fruit flavor.",,8,83,Moldova,,,Cricova 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Moldova),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cricova-2002-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cricova
14.5,Red,US,"Tastes a bit rough and ready, with a Porty edge, although the wine is dry and the official numbers record only moderate alcohol. There's also high acidity that seems out of place for such a ripe wine.",Somers Ranch,30,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Somers Ranch Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-somers-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
15.3,Red,US,"High in alcohol, frankly sweet, this wine was a victim of the excessive heat of this record hot vintage. Too bad, because the cherry flavors and polished tannins are really nice.",,22,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Domenico 2004 Cabernet Franc (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-2004-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Domenico
13.5,Red,US,"A rustic, drinkable wine, not without its innocent charms. Lodi brings cherried ripeness. Monterey provides the acids. It's a good marriage at a fair price.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Dog Tail 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dog-tail-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Dog Tail
14.5,Red,US,"A bit grapey and simple, with confected berry fruit flavors and a smooth mouthfeel that lacks weight and richness.",,22,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2003 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Dashe Cellars
,Red,France,"The tannins and the black currant flavors leave no doubt about the varietal origin of this straightforward, well-made, fresh wine.",Cabernet Sauvignon,6,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Georges Duboeuf
12,Sparkling,Spain,"The color is an odd orange, which should come as an indicator that not all is right with this wine. The bouquet starts with dust on a warming radiator, and there's some vanilla as well. Soft citrus and nectarine flavors work the palate, followed by a round but somewhat mushy finish.",Brut de Noirs,10,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Brut de Noirs Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-brut-de-noirs-sparkling-cava-50173/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
13.5,White,France,"This lightly toasty, vanilla-flavored wine shows good, light, tropical flavors. It opens well, with green plums and ripe fruit.",Chardonnay,12,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fat Bastard 2005 Chardonnay Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-bastard-2005-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2005,Fat Bastard
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A hefty nose offers plum, black fruits and spice, a nice combo, but the flavors are more stalky, with red fruit flavors. On the zesty side, with light tannins and a dry, stalky and spicy finish.",,12,83,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Porcupine Ridge
14.3,White,US,"Damaris is a wine whose sourcing keeps shifting, from Bien Nacido to Sonoma County. Now it's Sonoma Valley. The wine is dominated by oak, all vanilla and char, but isn't very interesting down below. The flavors are citrusy, just not big enough for a wine with this famous a name.",Damaris Reserve,36,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Landmark 2004 Damaris Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2004-damaris-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Landmark
,White,France,"In the medium-dry style of Vouvray Chenin Blanc, this is a fresh, clean wine with almond and honey flavors and simple, attractive acidity.",Vallée des Jardins,12,83,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Remy-Pannier 2005 Vallée des Jardins  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2005-vallee-jardins-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Remy-Pannier
13.5,Red,US,"So what do you get in a $10 Barbera? Just what you'd expect: a bone-dry, high-acid wine, with Barbera's furry grapeskin tannins and flavors of black- and purple-skinned fruits.",Select Series,10,83,California,California Other,California,Redwood 2004 Select Series Barbera (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-2004-select-series-barbera-other/,Barbera,2004,Redwood
13.5,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with modest cherry-berry flavors. But it's clean, dry and easy. A blend of too many varieties to mention. Cute label.",,15,83,California,California Other,California,Rabid Red 2004 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rabid-red-2004-red-other/,Red Blend,2004,Rabid Red
15.9,Red,US,"I wanted to like this Zin, and while there are some good things, there are problems. The wine is very hot, with a chile pepper heat that comes from extremely high alcohol. That makes the underlying wild berry, coffee and tobacco flavors hard to enjoy. From Mauritson, although it doesn't say so on the front label.",Cemetary Vineyard,35,83,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Rockpile 2004 Cemetary Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockpile-2004-cemetary-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2004,Rockpile
13,White,US,"Simple and grassy, with dry, acidic flavors of lemons, grapefruits and a hint of feline spray. Try with shellfish, roasted peppers and chèvre.",Carol's Vineyard,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,J. Lohr 2005 Carol's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2005-carols-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,J. Lohr
14,Red,Spain,"Functional and fruity, with big aromas of plum and berry on the slightly foxy nose. Fully tannic across the palate, so it feels kind of hard. The big berry flavors are loud and basic.",,7,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Infinitus 2005 Merlot (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinitus-2005-merlot-vino-tierra-castilla/,Merlot,2005,Infinitus
13.4,White,US,"This is one of those catch-all blends that seems made up of all the wines left over after the varietals have been bottled. It's Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio and Gewürz, something of a mongrel. At a low price, it would be okay, since it's acidic and dry, but this is too much.",High Serenity Ranch Serenity White Table Wine,15,83,California,Lake County,High Valley,Brassfield 2005 High Serenity Ranch Serenity White Table Wine White (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2005-high-serenity-ranch-serenity-white-table-wine-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,White Blend,2005,Brassfield
13,Red,Spain,"Earthy fruit aromas, blackberry and cola flavors and a soft, saturated finish all add up to a flush wine typical of La Mancha, where elegance is fleeting. And while this fruit-filled middleweight isn't off, it's not that alluring either.",Crianza,13,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Viña Jaraba 2002 Crianza Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-jaraba-2002-crianza-tempranillo-blend-mancha/,Tempranillo Blend,2002,Viña Jaraba
14.8,White,US,"Semi-sweet, with candied lemon and lime flavors and good balancing acidity, this is a simple, everyday wine.",,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calistoga Cellars 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calistoga-cellars-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Calistoga Cellars
13.5,Red,Spain,"Brawny plum and blackberry aromas feature notes of bacon, rubber and leather, all of which lead you to expect big, ripe flavors. But the news is, those flavors aren't anywhere to be found. The profile is tangy and lean, with sharp berry notes. Quick and simple on the finish, with aggressive acidity and tannins.",,13,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cosme Palacio y Hermanos 2004  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosme-palacio-hermanos-2004-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Cosme Palacio y Hermanos
12.5,Red,Greece,"Cherry and cinnamon emerge from darker flavors of purple fruit and a hint of barnyard, while the hard tannins outweigh this wine's medium body.",Nemea,14,83,Nemea,,,Boutari 2004 Nemea Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2004-nemea-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2004,Boutari
11.5,Sparkling,France,"Toasted English muffin greets the nose, while the palate embraces ripe, almost tropical white fruit flavors. There's acidity but it's low, making this seem more like a still wine with bubbles than a Mousseux.",Cuvée Jean-Louis Blanc de Blancs Brut,10,83,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Cuvée Jean-Louis Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-cuvee-jean-louis-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles de Fère
15,White,US,"Has all the hallmarks of Viognier, namely lots of tropical fruit, wildflower, vanilla and spicy aromas and flavors, and finishes thoroughly dry. Could use more brightness and zest, though, as it's a bit flat.",,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cass 2005 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cass-2005-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2005,Cass
12.5,White,Spain,"Mildly floral and tropical at first, but then it seems to go heavy and flat on the bouquet the longer it sits. Look for decent grapefruit and tangerine flavors on a healthy but rudimentary cassis.",,10,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Inspiración Pampano 2004 White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inspiracion-pampano-2004-white-rueda/,White Blend,2004,Inspiración Pampano
13.5,White,Moldova,"A run-of-the-mill Chardonnay nose with hints of oak lead to a light, sharp white wine with bright, lively tropical fruit flavors and a touch of mineral. Finishes with oak flavor and high acidity.",Select,13,83,Cahul,,,Graystone 2005 Select Chardonnay (Cahul),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graystone-2005-select-chardonnay-cahul/,Chardonnay,2005,Graystone
13.5,Red,Moldova,"Simple and Beaujolais-like, with purple, grapey berry fruit as well as hints of char and leather. Smooth, simple and dry, with berry aromas.",Select,13,83,Cahul,,,Graystone 2004 Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Cahul),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graystone-2004-select-cabernet-sauvignon-cahul/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Graystone
9,Rose,US,"If Gallo is trying to steer white Zin drinkers to reds, they're doing a good job. This is dark for a blush, and medium-bodied, with semisweet cherry flavors and a distinct finish of fresh thyme.",Twin Valley White,5,83,California,California Other,California,Gallo Family Vineyards NV Twin Valley White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-vineyards-nv-twin-valley-white-zinfandel-california-61976/,Zinfandel,,Gallo Family Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"The wine is green and thin in fruit, and bone dry. There are some blackberry and cherry flavors, but they're drowned out by the acids and tannins. Okay in a pinch.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,McManis 2005 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2005,McManis
12,Sparkling,South Africa,"Yeasty to start, with moderate yellow fruit aromas that transfer to a soft and creamy mouthfeel. A bit too soft, though, with low acidity letting the wine get flabby. 90% Chardonnay, 10% Chenin Blanc.",Blanc de Blanc Brut,19,83,Franschhoek,,,Môreson NV Blanc de Blanc Brut Sparkling (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-nv-blanc-blanc-brut-sparkling-franschhoek/,Sparkling Blend,,Môreson
13.8,Red,US,"Surprisingly dry and minty for an '04 Paso red wine, this wine, with only 13.8% alcohol, seems early picked. The grapes didn't entirely ripen, nor did the tannins, and the wine feels like it wanted to be lusher than it is.",Blue Oaks Vineyard,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Redline 2004 Blue Oaks Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redline-2004-blue-oaks-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Redline
12.5,Rose,Greece,"Fresh, clean and simple, this wine's raspberry-cherry flavors and crisp, dry feel make it a fine match for chicken Caesar salad.",Amethystos Rosé,14,83,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2005 Amethystos Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2005-amethystos-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-drama/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Domaine Costa Lazaridi
13.5,Red,US,"Sharp, dry and rustic, this is a blend of Cabernet, Cab Franc and Souzao, grown in Lodi and Monterey. It's the kind of wine created to wash down simple fare.",Fire Hydrant Red,9,83,California,California Other,California,Dog Tail NV Fire Hydrant Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dog-tail-nv-fire-hydrant-red-other/,Red Blend,,Dog Tail
17.6,Red,US,"Soft and fairly sweet in what tastes like residual sugar, this wine has blackberry, cola, clove and vanilla flavors. Everything about it is nice, except that sugary finish. The alcohol level isn't really a problem in terms of balance.",,30,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Domenico 2004 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domenico-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2004,Domenico
13.6,Red,US,"Dry and soft, with upfront cherry-berry fruit and a smooth finish. Perfect match for lasagna or hamburgers.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Talus 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Talus
13.9,Red,US,"Kind of sharp and aggressive in the mouth, with medicinal cherry flavors that straddle the border between sweet and dry, with the nod to sweet. It's a Grenache-based Rhône blend.",Rhone de Robles,18,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Hall 2004 Rhone de Robles Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2004-rhone-robles-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Robert Hall
12,White,South Africa,"A bit of a disappointment from this famed producer of Vin de Constance. Lanolin and spice aromas have a touch of peanut butter, while the palate offers lemony citrus and more lanolin. A dry Austrian-styled Riesling that lacks the mineral, acidity and intensity of flavor of finer wines.",,15,83,Constantia,,,Klein Constantia 2005 Riesling (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klein-constantia-2005-riesling-constantia/,Riesling,2005,Klein Constantia
13.5,Red,US,"Sourced from the southern Salinas Valley, which grows quickly warm to hot as it approaches Paso Robles, this wine is dry and fruity, with a rustic texture. It has coffee and blackberry tea flavors, and is clean and balanced.",Estate,13,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 2004 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2004-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Lockwood
10.5,White,US,"Off-dry to semisweet, this wine has appley, honeysuckle and citrus flavors. Okay, but it lacks the crispness and acidity needed to balance the sweetness.",Old Vine,15,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jana 2005 Old Vine Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jana-2005-old-vine-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,2005,Jana
14.6,White,US,"Everyday Chard, dry and balanced, with crisp acidity, some creaminess and a touch of new oak barrel to the peaches and citrus. Could be richer and longer in flavor, though.",,14,83,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,Ledgewood Creek 2004 Chardonnay (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledgewood-creek-2004-chardonnay-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Ledgewood Creek
12.5,White,South Africa,"A good wine with flavors of citrus and yellow fruits, but it lacks the intensity and lively acids of previous vintages. Has aromas of white stone fruits and orange peel.",,12,83,Stellenbosch,,,Le Bonheur 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bonheur-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Le Bonheur
14.1,White,US,"Soft and simple, with one-dimensional Chardonnay flavors of canned peaches. The winemaking notes emphasize that the wine has not undergone malolactic fermentation. Good thing, because there's almost no discernible acidity.",Legends,25,83,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 2005 Legends Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2005-legends-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,M. Cosentino
13.9,White,US,"Opens with peach and apricot aromas, then turns fruity and simple, with a dryish, creamy mouthfeel.",Heritage Series,12,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Bliss 2005 Heritage Series Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bliss-2005-heritage-series-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2005,Bliss
14.8,Red,US,"Overripe, with a raisiny edge and some sharp Port and coffee acidity to the blackberry flavors. Malolactic probably helped, as does new French oak, but it's still a sharp, disappointing wine.",,32,83,California,Napa,Oakville,Swanson 2003 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2003-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2003,Swanson
13.5,Red,US,"Larry Bird is the legend; Mitch Cosentino made the wine, which is rather one-dimensional and thin. Shows modest cherry and vanilla flavors, but makes you wonder why this high-powered team couldn't come up with something more concentrated and powerful.",Legends,28,83,California,Napa,Napa County,M. Cosentino 2004 Legends Merlot (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2004-legends-merlot-napa-county/,Merlot,2004,M. Cosentino
13.5,Red,US,"Soft, simple and sweetish, this Pinot has cherry pie filling, cola and rhubarb pie flavors. It contains a dollop of Petite Sirah, which gives it more body.",,13,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Creek 2005 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-2005-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,Sonoma Creek
15,Red,US,"Wild, briary, brambly and semi-sweet from this hot vintage, this is a Zin made for easy drinking with roasts and cheeses. It's a big, hot wine, with some raisiny flavors mixed in with the cherries and spices.",,38,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Waugh Cellars 2004 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waugh-cellars-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Waugh Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"Earthy and rustic, but clean and drinkable, this wine has coffee flavors, with plums, tabasco and some coarse tannins.",South Ridge,15,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2004 South Ridge Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2004-south-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,J. Lohr
13,Red,Spain,"Smells like cherries and fruit punch. The palate is snappy and simple, with red fruit front and center. Shows a tiny bit of wood on the finish, but overall it's a tart, lean wine that grabs at the palate.",Oak Aged 6 Months,13,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Finca La Estacada 2003 Oak Aged 6 Months Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-estacada-2003-oak-aged-6-months-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2003,Finca La Estacada
12,Sparkling,US,"Bright yellow with fresh lime aromas and flavors of yellow fruit and pear. A bubbly, broad wine that lacks the substance of some of Gruets other bottlings.",Brut,13,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet NV Brut Sparkling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-nv-brut-sparkling-new-mexico/,Sparkling Blend,,Gruet
13.5,White,Moldova,"Hints at peanut butter on the nose, with just a hint of fruit, but in the mouth it opens a little, adding fruity flavors to the nutty ones. Smooth, but with enough acidity to finish crisply.",Select,13,83,Cahul,,,Graystone 2005 Select Pinot Gris (Cahul),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graystone-2005-select-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-cahul/,Pinot Gris,2005,Graystone
13.5,Red,Moldova,"Purple, grapey fruit flavors are simple but good, with hints of clay. Tannins are light, offering little structure. Aromas are a bit muddled, red berry one minute then mint and leather the next, with wafts of weediness.",Select,13,83,Cahul,,,Graystone 2004 Select Merlot (Cahul),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graystone-2004-select-merlot-cahul/,Merlot,2004,Graystone
14.3,White,US,"Has aromas of buttered toast and peaches a nd cream, but once it the mouth, it turns kind of harsh, with lemon skin and puckery acidity. There's a lot of new oak, which is nice, but it's out of balance with the underlying thinness of the fruit.",,28,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2004 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Ferrari-Carano
13.5,White,US,"There's so much to like here, from the citrus, fig and melon flavors to the bright acidity and rich creaminess, but the stubborn cat pee aromas are a problem for this reviewer.",Estate Bottled,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2005 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2005-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Peju
13.9,Red,US,"I wanted to like this wine more, but in the end, the sharpness, minty green herbaceousness and raw acidity mute the pleasure. It's clean, simple and inexpensive.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Delicato
14.5,Red,US,"Alone of all Santino's wonderful '03 Zins, this is one I can't recommend because it's raisiny. Opens with that telltale baked fruit and caramelized brown sugar aroma of Port, then turns dry and fiercely tannic, with little possibility of improvement.",,19,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Santino 2003 Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santino-2003-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2003,Santino
,Red,France,"One of the range of wines in Tetrapak launched by the Boisset group, this is firm, rather green, with herbal flavors and a dry tannic aftertaste.",Merlot,10,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,French Rabbit 2005 Merlot Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-rabbit-2005-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2005,French Rabbit
15.5,Red,US,"Dry, tannic, acidic and alcoholic, with a drop of cherries. Sangiovese is probably the hardest grape in California to get right.",,29,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Falcor 2003 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcor-2003-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2003,Falcor
,White,France,"The famous comparison of Sauvignon Blanc to cats is certainly correct with this wine. It is flavored with gooseberries as well, a highly acid, green wine, very fresh, very crisp.",French Roots Sauvignon,8,82,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Ginestet 2005 French Roots Sauvignon Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ginestet-2005-french-roots-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Ginestet
14.5,Red,US,"Rustic, a simple Zin with a mixture of superripe raisiny fruit and less ripe mint. The middle is cherries, and the wine is dry and tannic. From Catacula Lake.",,15,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cheyanna 2004 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheyanna-2004-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Cheyanna
,White,France,"The wine is well made, with some attractive spicy wood. But the fruit is less exciting. A soft, smooth but anonymous style.",,10,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Lulu B. 2005 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lulu-b-2005-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2005,Lulu B.
14.2,Red,US,"Simple and earthy, with semi-sweet, medicinal cherry flavors. Over-priced for what you get.",Pommard,22,81,California,North Coast,Trinity County,R. Merlo 2003 Pommard Pinot Noir (Trinity County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-merlo-2003-pommard-pinot-noir-north-coast-trinity-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,R. Merlo
13,Red,Spain,"Lean and peppery, with more citrus than berry on the nose. The mouth is a bit grabby, with a starchy feel and far-reaching tannins. Clearly not a great wine but it holds itself together.",3 Months in Oak,6,81,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Casa Solar 2003 3 Months in Oak Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-solar-2003-3-months-in-oak-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2003,Casa Solar
,Red,US,"Despite its excellent Klipsun vineyard pedigree, this wine has a funky nose, sweaty and sour, with mousy flavors. The fruit is buried under severe tannins and off-notes vaguely reminiscent of fur.",,29,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Wilridge 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Wilridge
13.7,White,US,"A little of this, a little of that, but it's a boringly soft, simple wine, and sweet as well.",White Wine,11,81,California,California Other,California,White Truck 2005 White Wine White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-truck-2005-wine-other/,White Blend,2005,White Truck
14.3,Red,US,"Rustic and simple, this Merlot smells a little vegetal, and then turns fairly sweet in fruit jam flavors. This is a second label from San Saba.",,13,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bocage 2004 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocage-2004-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2004,Bocage
13,White,New Zealand,"On the lean and mean side, with green-bean aromas and sour melon flavors that veer toward pickled jalapeño on the finish. Characterful and distinctive, but not my style.",Home Block,25,82,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 2004 Home Block Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-2004-home-block-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Wairau River
14,White,France,"Rich and ample, this is an impressive wine. The fruit and wood flavors work together to give a feeling of seriousness and great ageability. With its spice, toast notes and dark-hued structure, this will age well over the next five to 10 years.",,280,94,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2004  Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
,Red,US,"Loie's Block is the oldest in the Maresh vineyard, and shows the elegance and grace of old vines. The wine is sculpted and feminine, but not bashful. Its sweet cherry core is wrapped in piney tannins—the herbs jut out, as often happens in young Oregon Pinot Noir. The angularity and definition suggest that a bit of time will turn this into a multi-dimensional, Burgundian wine.",Maresh Vineyard Loie's Block,75,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2004 Maresh Vineyard Loie's Block Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2004-maresh-vineyard-loies-block-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rex Hill
,Red,US,"This is Eola Hills fruit, though the label simply says “Oregon.” It carries some of the region's characteristic youthful aromas of tomato leaf mixed with moist earth. Plenty of acid provides good definition; right now it's got all the right components but they remain angular and separate. The stiff and lean tannins indicate that this will benefit from some cellaring.",Seven Springs Vineyard,49,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2004 Seven Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2004-seven-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rex Hill
14.9,Red,US,"Shows the classic structure and balance of top-notch Napa Zin. From a vineyard near Calistoga, the wine is mouth-fillingly big, with black cherry, leather, spicy plum and coffee flavors wrapped in significant tannins. Best to decant before serving.",Block 9 Reserve,27,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2002 Block 9 Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2002-block-9-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Ballentine
14.4,Red,US,"A worthy followup to the '03, this rich, intricately layered Syrah is fresh in jammy fruits and dusty tannins, although it's not a hard, tannic wine. If you think of a great Napa Cabernet and shift the flavor profile toward red cherries, pomegranates and pepper, that's it.",Goat Rock,28,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Taz 2004 Goat Rock Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2004-goat-rock-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2004,Taz
,Red,US,"Rich and forward in spicy fruit, with a sweet rhubarb edge veering into cola and cocoa. Finishes with an elegant flourish of oak-infused fruit. A complex, multi-layered wine that will handle some years of bottle age.",,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Freeman
14.5,Red,US,"Shows that typical enormous Santa Lucia fruit that's so massive that it just stuns. Offers gobs of cherry marmalade, blueberry pie filling, pomegranate and cola-root beer flavors, yet the wine somehow stays silky-elegant. Who knows where it's going, but it's delicious now.",Tondré Grapefield,43,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tondré 2003 Tondré Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tondre-2003-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Tondré
18,Dessert,US,"Here's a really nice Port-style wine, sweet but not too sweet, with crisp acidity and chocolate, raspberry tart and cassis flavors. A blend of traditional Port varieties with a splash of Syrah, it's delicious now with chocolate.",Silvaspoons Vineyard Port,17,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2002 Silvaspoons Vineyard Port Port (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2002-silvaspoons-vineyard-port-port-blend-port-central-valley-lodi/,Port,2002,Fenestra
,Red,US,"Very dry, delicately structured and crisp, with a mushroomy, leathery earthiness that adds extra layers to the cherry and cola flavors. A lovely, silky, complex Pinot that should hold well through 2010.",Tara Vineyard,42,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 2004 Tara Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2004-tara-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Russian Hill
,White,France,"This is a lively, fresh wine with good acidity, a touch of toast under the fruit and a great burst of energy and zing in the aftertaste.",,53,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Etienne Sauzet 2004  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etienne-sauzet-2004-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Etienne Sauzet
,White,US,"On the soft side, but the limpid mouthfeel packs plenty of flavor, including well-ripened apple, peach, pear and pineapple.  Oak plays a dominant role, bringing vanilla, buttered toast and spice.",,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mi Sueño 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Mi Sueño
14.5,Red,US,"An interesting, complex wine with the peppery aroma of a fine Northern Rhône. But the softness and forward fruit are all California. Tastes like blackberry tea with a shot of cassis followed by a shot of cocoa. Sweet oak is there, too.",,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mi Sueño 2003 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Mi Sueño
,Red,US,"Complex scents suggest rosewater, dried cherry, raspberry and baking chocolate. In the mouth, it's tight, compact and stylish. I love the details, the hints of earth and bark, and the rich vein of berry. The barrel flavors are well integrated and matched to firm tannins.",,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ponzi
12.5,White,France,"A village Meursault, but one which has been treated like a cru, with layers of ripe wood balancing  the pure green- and white-fruit flavors. This is ready to drink now as it is well balanced and deliciously fresh.",,68,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Pierre Morey 2004  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2004-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Pierre Morey
10.5,White,Germany,"Relatively high in alcohol and dark in color, this is a kabinett that doesn't quite fit the mold, yet still provides a pleasurable experience. Minerally, dieselly notes on the nose are matched by baked apple scents, while the flavors turn toward honeyed stones and sweet corn. It's creamy in texture, rich and off-dry.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Kabinett,21,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2005 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2005-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
14.1,White,US,"Whoa! Welcome to Hawaii! This is like a mouthful of the tropics, with everything from coconut oil to banana waffles. Pineapple and peach, mango and hints of honeysuckle are all in the mix, and this aromatic, evocative wine is nicely balanced at 14.1% alcohol. It finishes bone dry, like a twist of lemon.",,19,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2005 Viognier (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2005-viognier-southern/,Viognier,2005,Abacela
,Red,US,"Firm and tannic, this carries a penetrating, distinct and sharply defined cranberry and red currant core. Beyond that it heads straight for a tannic, chalky finish.",Renegade Ridge Estate,60,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Archery Summit 2003 Renegade Ridge Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2003-renegade-ridge-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Archery Summit
13,White,Austria,"A broad, mouthfilling Grüner Veltliner with distinctive scents of ginger and cinnamon backed by spice-drop flavors. This is satisfyingly warm and spice-driven, with a long, peppery finish.",Gedersdorfer Vordernberg,26,88,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2005 Gedersdorfer Vordernberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2005-gedersdorfer-vordernberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Felsner
14.1,Rose,US,"Dry, crisp and lavendery, like a Provençal rosé, but distinctly California due to the ripe, forward cherry and strawberry flavors. This blush wine is really fun to drink. It's as easy as a summer afternoon, yet has the complexity to stand up to a rich, ample bouillabaisse.",Rosé,20,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2005 Rosé Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2005-rose-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2005,Etude
13,White,France,"Joseph Belland is based in neighboring Santenay, where the estate produces red wines. But this wine, from right next door in Chassagne, is a fine, ripe wine with some vanilla aromas and a rich texture balanced by some easy acidity.",Pitois Premier Cru,82,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Joseph Belland 2004 Pitois Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-joseph-belland-2004-pitois-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Joseph Belland
,White,France,"A wood-dominated wine, with spice and toast. The citrus and white fruit element is very much subdued. The aftertaste continues on the same theme—dry tannins from the wood. Give it a few months and the balance should be better.",,48,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2005  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2005-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2005,Bouchard Père & Fils
,White,France,"A fresh, light, crisp wine with some good mineral overtones layered with toast. While it doesn't have great complexity, this is an attractive, citrusy wine that's ready to drink now.",Champ Gain Premier Cru,67,88,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2004 Champ Gain Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2004-champ-gain-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
10,White,Germany,"Fairly priced for a Nahe Riesling, the Schloss Wallhausen spätlese offers penetrating scents of lime and minerals, garnished with touches of flowers and green apple. Despite its plumpness in the mouth, there's an almost austere quality to the minerality, which is only slightly buffered by sweet apple and citrus flavors. Picks up the slightest hint of bitterness on the finish.",Spätlese,23,89,Nahe,,,Schloss Wallhausen 2005 Spätlese Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-wallhausen-2005-spatlese-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2005,Schloss Wallhausen
14.5,Red,US,"This is a prototypical Pinot from the most famous neighborhood of the Coast appellation. It's a big, full-bodied, heavy wine that's compelling for its dramatic dark fruit. Almost Syrah-like in weight, it defines an emerging style. Not an elegant Pinot Noir but it may be mid-term ageable.",Fort Ross Vineyard High Slopes,45,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Scherrer 2003 Fort Ross Vineyard High Slopes Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2003-fort-ross-vineyard-high-slopes-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Scherrer
,Red,US,"Complete and fleshy, the Reserve is blended from all of the winery's vineyard sites. The fruit is sharp and tangy, spiced with cut leaf tobacco, and the oak treatment is laid back. Tight and angular, it doesn't quite show the finesse and concentration of the single-vineyard wines, but that might also be a simple matter of needing just a little more time in the bottle to pull itself together.",Reserve,39,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rex Hill
,White,France,"The typical fat, buttery flavors are balanced here by elegance and freshness. With its honey, melon and pear tastes, come fresh acidity and a underlying layer of vanilla from the wood.",,39,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Roux Père et Fils 2004  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2004-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Roux Père et Fils
,White,France,"A soft, open wine with some vanilla flavors emphasizing the opulence of Meursault. The wine is ready to drink now.",Goutte d'Or Premier Cru,65,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2004 Goutte d'Or Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-goutte-dor-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
14.5,Red,US,"Based on grapes from Coombsville, a cooler southerly part of Napa, this is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Syrah. It's almost superripe, but it wisely avoids sweetness, offering a huge mouthful of cherry pie, cassis, chocolate fudge and vanilla oak flavors in a softly tannic package. Drink now.",El Llano Red Wine,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mi Sueño 2003 El Llano Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2003-el-llano-red-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Mi Sueño
,White,France,"Steely and minerally, but also has fresh white and yellow fruit flavors. Bright acidity finishes this highly drinkable wine.",,50,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils 2004  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bernard-moreau-fils-2004-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils
9,White,Germany,"The style at Pauly-Bergweiler leans toward ultraripe, and this wine is no exception, boasting sweet, lush flavors of honeyed melons and pears that verge on fatness. Thankfully, there's a touch of unreleased CO2 to help provide freshness and a just a hint of grapefruit on the finish—enough to give the wine some focus.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,24,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2005 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2005-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
13.5,White,France,"Aromas of toast dominate this wine, but the palate is better balanced with citrus and apple flavors. But it does need time for the wood to calm and to integrate. Don't confuse this Machard de Gramont with the one owned by Bertrand Machard de Gramont—this is Burgundy.",Les Houilères,47,89,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Machard de Gramont 2004 Les Houilères  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-machard-gramont-2004-houileres-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Machard de Gramont
14.2,White,US,"Clean, zesty and refreshing, this is a blend of Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc with a dollop of barrel-fermented Chardonnay. It's unusual, but it works really well. The wine has intriguing flavors of citrus, green apples, peaches and kiwis, and then a long, spicy, satisfying finish.",Grigio e Bianco White Table Wine,14,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmichael 2005 Grigio e Bianco White Table Wine White (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmichael-2005-grigio-e-bianco-white-table-wine-central-coast-monterey-county/,White Blend,2005,Carmichael
,Red,US,"The winery's top wine is a blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Malbec and the rest Merlot. Supple and flavored with preserved fruits, it suggests mincemeat pie and blueberry jam. Nicely balanced, mellow and textured although the finish is a bit short.",Tri*Umph Red Wine,39,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,C.R. Sandidge 2002 Tri*Umph Red Wine Red (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2002-tri-umph-red-wine-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,C.R. Sandidge
14.5,Red,US,"Extraordinarily ripe, with baked berry pastry and currant flavors. Zinfandel gives the wine a briary edge, while Cabernet brings elegance. This big wine is tannic now and will benefit from a few years, but not too many, in the bottle.",Red Wine,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paraduxx 2003 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraduxx-2003-red-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Paraduxx
14,Red,Argentina,"A very nice wine given the price. The nose features a likable combination of dense berry and leathery spice, while the palate is juicy, ripe and full of black fruit. Not ultra complicated or complex; it's just pure, ripe Malbec in its most approachable form.",,10,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Novus 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novus-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Novus
14.2,Red,US,"This is one of those big, inky, juicy Pets that has contributed to the modest boom in variety. Although the sandpapery tannins and acids currently lock down the wine, it has an impressive core of blackberry fruit that bodes well for the cellar. Best 2009–-2015.",Para Dois,36,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Newell 2003 Para Dois Petite Sirah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newell-2003-para-dois-petite-sirah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Newell
,Red,US,"Amity's Sunnyside Pinot is stylistically joined at the hip to the Schouten bottling, but with more tart, cranberry-flavored power. This shows a strong, pure resonance; a single note well struck. The fruit flavors just keep echoing down through the throat.",Sunnyside Vineyard,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 2003 Sunnyside Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-2003-sunnyside-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Amity
,White,US,"Adelsheim makes 9,000 cases of this full-flavored Pinot Gris, one of the best in Oregon. A rich texture and fleshy fruit highlighted by cinnamon-dusted pears is enhanced by hints of mint and marzipan.",,18,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2005 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Adelsheim
,White,US,"Adelsheim pioneered Dijon clone Chardonnay in Oregon, correctly guessing that the Burgundian grape would ripen better than the California (Wente) clones that were ubiquitous. CH is made with no oak, no malolactic fermentation, no residual sugar and no skin contact. In a way it's the anti-Chardonnay, but at the same time it is the purest style of Chardonnay. Bracing, fresh and zesty in the Euro mold, it's got flavors of melon, green apple and gooseberry.",CH,22,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2005 CH Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2005-ch-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Adelsheim
14,Red,Argentina,"Meaty and slightly savory, with roasted aromas and spice notes mixed in. The palate is rich and ripe, with blackberry and fudge-based flavors. It's also rather different than the average Malbec: the flavor profile doesn't just feature jammy berry fruit. There's smoked meat, raisin and other interesting things going on.",Reserva,18,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luigi Bosca 2003 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2003-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Luigi Bosca
12,Sparkling,France,"A fine bead in the glass, it shows a bit more warm, round fruit than in previous bottlings, leading into a slightly bitter finish of citrus rind, lime zest and wet stone.",L-P Brut,37,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV L-P Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-l-p-brut-champagne-63107/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
12.5,White,Germany,"From the family's estate holdings in the Saar, this is a steely, minerally wine, but the ripeness of the vintage has given it a saber's heft rather than the more typical rapier-like weight. A bit austere, but long, dry and minerally on the finish.",Classic,14,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Fischer 2005 Classic Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-fischer-2005-classic-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Fischer
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Mumm makes a mighty fine mid-priced bottle, with plenty of toasty flavor to lift it into an orbit close to where the big boys fly. The fruit is on the lighter side, but crisply defined, and it segues into the round, satisfying flavors of older, more mature Champagne. The bubbles are gentle and petite, and the flavors linger elegantly all around the tongue.",Cordon Rouge Brut,43,89,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Cordon Rouge Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-cordon-rouge-brut-champagne-61497/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
13.7,Red,Argentina,"Granular aromas of berry, earth and tar precede a vivacious, rather deep palate of lumbering, chewy black-fruit flavors. It feels right, sits right, and tastes right while leaving chocolate and nutmeg on the finish. Fairly classy and definitely well made. Only 400 cases made.",,18,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Preludio 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preludio-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Preludio
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Savory and ripe. The nose starts with earthy fruit combined with leather and mushroom. The palate is deep and full, with notes of brandied cherries, sautéed porcini and chocolate. Fades a bit on the finish, leaving coffee and bitter chocolate. Very good, with just the slightest herbal character.",La Madras Vineyard,18,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ricardo Santos 2005 La Madras Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricardo-santos-2005-madras-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Ricardo Santos
9,White,Germany,"Qualitatively on a par with the fine 2001, but in a plumper, sweeter style, with honeyed apple and pineapple aromas and flavors. A hint of bitter citrus pith on the finish provides a counterweight to all of the sweet fruit.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett,22,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2005 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2005-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
14.5,Red,Argentina,"A wine of character. The bouquet takes time to unfold, dealing earthy aromas and desert sage. Flavors of black cherry and cassis are firm and forceful, while the tannins are pronounced. A little clumsy and rugged now; should be better in a year or so.",,19,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Salentein
14.1,Red,US,"Has that magical Pinot Noir quality that combines weight and power with an effortless silkiness. The result is a super-drinkable wine. It shows red, blue and stone fruits with a coating of ripe, sweet tannins.",,28,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2004 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Stephen Ross
15.9,Red,US,"From a hot, inland part of Mendocino planted in 1930. It has a little Petite Sirah, and who knows what else. It's a big, thick, wine that's delicious and layered in berry, cherry and chocolate flavors. And it has that high-alcohol prickly heat you either love or hate. Distinctively and proudly Californian.",Mattern Ranch Old Vine,23,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Marr 2003 Mattern Ranch Old Vine Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marr-2003-mattern-ranch-old-vine-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Marr
13,Red,US,"Despite struggling with some white wines, Jim Waters has hit a home run with this reserve Merlot. A light grapey color hides a complex array of blueberry, pie crust, mushroom, rubber, mint and even sausage aromas. Young and vibrant, with ripe tannins and good acidic backing, there is plenty of wood which needs another year to integrate. Underneath is grapey fruit and mushroom, finishing solidly with graham cracker.",Private Reserve,35,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2004 Private Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2004-private-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2004,Waters Crest
12,Sparkling,France,"The latest edition of the Excéllence is the best in years. The crisp young flavors—like a tart green apple—are focused and unusually intense. The acids are lively and nuanced with lime, and the wine avoids the beery, yeasty excesses of previous bottlings. Dry, fresh and clean, it's a cava-style Champagne; it seems made for fried seafoods.",Excéllence Brut,43,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Excéllence Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-excellence-brut-champagne-63212/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
13.5,Red,Italy,"Features slightly floral notes, but the dominant aromas are of plum and spice cake, and those repeat on the palate, adding hints of anise. It's plump and ample, but firmly structured and should easily last 10 years or more. Aged exclusively in botti, so no intrusive oak mars the Nebbiolo flavors.",,38,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Beni di Batasiolo 2001  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-di-batasiolo-2001-barolo-63436/,Nebbiolo,2001,Beni di Batasiolo
,White,US,"With this bracing, bone-dry, crisply mineral white wine, Abacela continues to prove that southern Oregon is really the westernmost province of Spain. If this isn't the perfect oyster wine, I don't know what is. Like a great Muscadet, it's clean, acidic and bracing but never thin or sour. Wonderful winemaking.",,23,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2005 Albariño (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2005-albarino-southern/,Albariño,2005,Abacela
,Red,US,"The best of the Archery Summit '03s, this light and tannic wine shows nicely ripened red fruits as well as hints of stone, bark, leaf and root. Good length and balance compensate for the lack of weight or richness.",Estate,150,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Archery Summit 2003 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2003-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Archery Summit
13,Red,US,"How dark this wine pours, with a purple glycerine that stains the glass. Aromatically, it's a powerhouse with heaps of violets, blackberry jam, raw meat and caramelly vanilla. In the mouth, acidity hits first, then fruit, and then the tannins lock everything down. Powerful but immature. Hold until 2010.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Huber 2004 Dornfelder (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2004-other-red-dornfelder-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Dornfelder,2004,Huber
13,White,France,"A big, fat wine that lives up to the popular image of Meursault. Perhaps it could do with a little more depth of flavor, but it's a ripe glassful of Chardonnay now.",Les Charmes Premier Cru,80,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Vincent Bouzereau 2004 Les Charmes Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-bouzereau-2004-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Vincent Bouzereau
9,White,Germany,"Sweet and full-bodied, this is packed with apple, pear and quince flavors. Initial leesy notes slowly blow off, so decant prior to serving, or age 5–7 years. This is lush rather than classically racy, but still very enjoyable.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese*,31,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Clusserath-Weiler 2005 Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese* Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clusserath-weiler-2005-trittenheimer-apotheke-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Clusserath-Weiler
,Red,US,"This 100% Syrah is dark and dramatic looking, with a glyceriney sheen to the inky purple color. Feels soft and voluptuous, and very oaky, too. But the oak works well with the oodles of ripe blackberry, blueberry, cocoa and anise flavors.",The Hedge,45,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Terry Hoage 2004 The Hedge Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terry-hoage-2004-hedge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Terry Hoage
14.1,Red,US,"There's lots going on in this Pinot, which comes from the Santa Maria Valley. It shows cool-climate acidity and tiered flavors of red stone fruits, tea, cola and dried spices. And all of that is packaged into a silky, elegant, refined body.",Hilltop,26,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2004 Hilltop Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2004-hilltop-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lucas & Lewellen
12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe, rich and round up front; then this moves into some interesting, concentrated flavors of spicy, lightly candied fruits. There is also a definite mineral lift to it. The acids are strong but not abrasive, and the wine carries a stony freshness through the finish. It does not evolve, but it persists and cleanses the palate while inviting another sip.",Premier Brut,54,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer NV Premier Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-nv-premier-brut-champagne-61549/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Roederer
12.8,Red,US,"Husband-wife team David Paige and Barbara Shinn upped the reserve bottling from six to nine barrels, but they've still managed to increase the quality with help from a good vintage. Cinnamon graham cracker coats cherry and blueberry aromas, leading to a solid core of blueberry and eraser flavors. Secondary flavors of mushroom, normal for North Fork Merlot, and wood segue into a lovely finish of spice, cherry and mineral. A smooth wine, and easily drinkable now. It will only get better with a little age.",Nine Barrels Reserve,42,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Shinn Estate 2004 Nine Barrels Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shinn-estate-2004-nine-barrels-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2004,Shinn Estate
,Red,Argentina,"Mildly dusty and herbal on the nose, but not the least bit green or weedy. Flavors of tobacco, cassis and blackberry carry accents of cedar and vanilla, while the soft tannins make for a full, easy mouthfeel. Aged 18 months in French oak but it's not overly toasty or dark.",Medalla,35,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Medalla Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-medalla-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Trapiche
13.5,White,France,"Rich and accessible, this is a rounded, buttery wine with fine, sweet acidity and delicious open fruit. It just demands to be enjoyed.",,46,89,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
12.5,White,Austria,"I prefer this to their pricier single-vineyard bottling, as it offers more assertive flavors and fresher, brighter fruit. It's slightly grassy, but also features passion fruit and currant scents and a minerally foundation. Plump and round without being flabby, with a long finish.",Klassik,16,89,Styria,,,Jaunegg 2005 Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaunegg-2005-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Jaunegg
,Red,US,"A blend of Umpqua and Applegate valley fruit that's scented with new oak and hints of licorice, cassis and black olives. The ability of Abacela to evoke Spanish nuances in their many wines extends even to this Syrah. It does not taste like Syrah from elsewhere in Oregon, nor does it resemble anything from the West Coast. It is ripe, tough, spicy and tart, and it's packed with delicious fruit and well-defined acids.",,25,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2003 Syrah (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern/,Syrah,2003,Abacela
9.5,White,Germany,"In the house style, this is rather lush and sweet for its prädikat. Candied pineapple notes anchor the bouquet, lightly garnished with hints of crushed stone. Flavors continue along the same theme, adding notes of tropical fruit and superripe pears. Approachable now; it should firm up a little with age.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Spätlese,27,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2005 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2005-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
13.7,White,US,"This is an elegant Sauvignon Blanc that shows off the variety's versatility. Only a small amount of oak has been added, allowing the bright citrus zest, fig and mineral flavors to shine through. Made from Oakville and Pope Valley grapes.",,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ehlers Estate 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Ehlers Estate
14.6,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend comes from the Carneros-Sonoma Valley border, a cool area. But the vintage was extraordinarily hot, and the wine benefited. It's ripe in Cabernet character with rich, fine tannins and sweet oak. A lush, complex experience.",Serres Ranch Field Blend,24,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Highway 12 2004 Serres Ranch Field Blend Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2004-serres-ranch-field-blend-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Highway 12
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Always one of the best Malbecs for the money. This French-owned estate doesn't cut corners, so you get a serious red wine that's heady, vigorous and authentic. The color is perfect, the bouquet smoky and penetrating, and the taste of berry fruit, spicy wood and vanilla convincing.",,10,89,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Fabre Montmayou 2005 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabre-montmayou-2005-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2005,Fabre Montmayou
13.9,Red,US,"From this hot vintage, the wine is enormously ripe, with a baked-fruit character. Yet it retains classic Russian River cola, cherry and rhubarb pie flavors along with rich tannins and crisp acids. It's a powerful, robust wine.",,30,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Fritz
13,White,France,"A firm, quite mineral style of wine, perhaps austere at this stage. With the lurking wood flavors, this promises to open out in 2 years, giving a concentrated, compact wine.",Les Clous,52,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Patrick Javillier 2004 Les Clous  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-patrick-javillier-2004-clous-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Patrick Javillier
13.5,Red,US,"Rich and dry, with a wealth of flavor that immediately takes over and doesn't let up. Raspberries, cherries, mocha, vanilla and crushed hardspice notes are wrapped in a silky texture leading to a long, refined finish.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Steele 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Steele
13.5,White,US,"That classic Edna Valley acidity kicks in immediately, brightening and cleansing the lime zest, white peach and honeysuckle flavors. There's so much vanilla spice here you can hardly believe there's no oak. But there isn't.",Paragon Vineyard,17,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2005 Paragon Vineyard Pinot Gris (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2005-paragon-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Tangent
14.1,White,US,"This is a new wine from the family that runs Baileyana. The Albariño is stunning in its purity. It's built along the lines of a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio with the most wonderfully detailed citrus, fig and herbed chêvre flavors. Just a beautiful glass of wine.",,17,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2005 Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2005-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2005,Tangent
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Lovely up front, with lavender, licorice and pepper accenting live-wire blackberry aromas. Jammy and extracted in the mouth, with pure berry flavors. This is a mountain of a wine that doesn't pull its punches. Expect weight, tannin and extract but also a lot of flavor.",,19,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2004 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2004-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2004,Salentein
,White,France,"Round and generous, but with a mineral heart that gives structure to this full wine. It has weight, dense fruit and delicious peach and nectarine flavors. The structure suggests this Morgeot has the potential to age.",Morgeot Premier Cru,59,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2004 Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
12,Sparkling,France,"Fragrant and deeply colored, I like the intensity of the flavors, which include dried herb, orange peel, citrus and pear. It's an interesting, somewhat offbeat wine—a more complex, more rustic and evolved style.",Egérie de Pannier Rosé de Saignée,76,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier NV Egérie de Pannier Rosé de Saignée  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-nv-egerie-rose-saignee-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pannier
,White,France,"A spicy, nutty wine that shows some of the Meursault broadness but also offers some subtlety, with ripe fruits layered with more complex wood and herb flavors. This could age well over the next 2–3 years.",,40,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Olivier Leflaive 2004  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2004-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Olivier Leflaive
,White,France,"What a delicious, drinkable wine with peach and fresh-fruit flavors, a touch of pineapple and a touch of almonds. Relish the wine now, or enjoy over the next 5 years.",Champs Gain Premier Cru,70,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils 2004 Champs Gain Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bernard-moreau-fils-2004-champs-gain-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils
,White,France,"From the home vineyard of the Lafon family, right in front of the house, this is ripe and full, with layers of new wood among the open fruit. Finishes fresh, generous and demanding to be drunk soon.",Clos de la Barre,,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2004 Clos de la Barre  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2004-clos-barre-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine des Comtes Lafon
11.5,Dessert,Austria,"Sweet and rich, but not as nuanced as Feiler-Artinger's more expensive Essenz bottling, this is still an excellent dessert wine. Dried apricot and pineapple flavors turn a bit caramelly on the finish. A blend of Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Neuberger and Chardonnay.",Ruster Ausbruch Pinot Cuvée,38,90,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2004 Ruster Ausbruch Pinot Cuvée White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2004-ruster-ausbruch-pinot-cuvee-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2004,Feiler-Artinger
12,Sparkling,France,"Gosset's reserve bottling is always a rich, textured wine packed with an appealing flavor parade of fruits, toast, nuts and vanilla. Ripe and doughy, it's not what you would call subtle or particularly elegant. But if it's big, ripe flavors you want, with plenty of fruit, here you go.",Grande Réserve Brut,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Grande Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-grande-reserve-brut-champagne-63213/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
14,Red,US,"Too young to enjoy now. The tannins and acids are such that they lock the wine down. The fruit tastes sharp and jammy, and the alcohol, even though it isn't high, sticks out. But it's all there, including oodles of blackberries, cherries, licorice and spice. Needs time. Give it until 2009.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chateau Montelena
14.3,Red,US,"Lovely and complicated; a Pinot Noir for Cabernet lovers. It has Pinot's silky texture and soft tannins, but also a full-bodied, oak-infused weight that carries wonderfully ripe cherry pie, anise, cola and raspberry flavors that change from sip to sip.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Belvedere 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Belvedere
12,Sparkling,France,"I applaud the fact that Paillard clearly labels his wines with the date of disgorgement—this one was August 2005. The wine immediately offers up enticing scents of peaches, apricots and cherries. It's a full, fruit-powered Champagne that's round and rich and unusually ripe. It delivers a lot of flavor up front, and holds there through a clean finish.",Première  Cuvée Brut Rosé,56,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard NV Première  Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-nv-premiere-cuvee-brut-rose-champagne-62236/,Champagne Blend,,Bruno Paillard
13.5,Red,Argentina,"An impressive encore to the 2002. This wine hits with a bolt of leather, graphite and blackberry before moving on to a pure, tasty palate that's loaded with concentrated berry flavors. Very bright and bouncy, and just a level below the Lurton brothers' studly Chacayes.",Piedra Negra,28,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,J. & F. Lurton 2003 Piedra Negra Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2003-piedra-negra-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2003,J. & F. Lurton
,Red,US,"Big, soft and lush, this Cabernet tastes like melted chocolate fudge laced with crème de cassis and a splash of espresso. It's as rich as a dessert pastry, but with sturdy tannins and plenty of toasty oak it defines power. What it needs is subtlety and complexity.",,125,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Herrera 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herrera-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Herrera
15,Red,Argentina,"Salentein, after a few years of finding its way in Tupungato, has hit the mark with this tobacco- and spice-driven Syrah. The bouquet is ripe, with a hint of prune and earth, while the palate is full, juicy and full of berries, vanilla and coconut. Modern and woody, but satisfying.",,19,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2003 Syrah (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-uco-valley/,Syrah,2003,Salentein
,Red,US,"From the new Dundee Hills AVA in the heart of Yamhill County, this Pinot includes roughly half of its fruit from the excellent Maresh vineyard. It jumps out with bright, fresh red fruits and spice and all in all it's young, vibrant and bursting with appealing berry and vanilla flavors. This is one to enjoy now, while the bloom of youth is in full force.",Dundee Hills Cuvée,32,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Rex Hill 2004 Dundee Hills Cuvée Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2004-dundee-hills-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rex Hill
,Red,Argentina,"Iscay means “two” in a native Incan language, and it represents the wine's composition of 50% Malbec and 50% Merlot. The wine is intense and inky, with aromas of mocha, black fruit, asphalt and rubber. The palate is juicy and lively, with full but not too aggressive tannins. Very nice but not as interesting as the single-vineyard Malbecs.",Iscay,55,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Iscay Merlot-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-iscay-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-malbec-mendoza/,Merlot-Malbec,2004,Trapiche
,Red,US,"This is the delightful follow-up to the gorgeous 2003; it's an elegant wine that was not fined, filtered or manipulated with designer yeasts and enzymes. Feminine and truly Pinot-like in its grace and balance, it's a rare—sadly, too rare—instance where Oregon Pinot is much more French than Californian.",La Paulée,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Scott Paul 2004 La Paulée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-2004-paulee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Scott Paul
,Red,US,"Luminous and plum-colored, this wine seduces from the start. The aromas suggest perfectly ripened but not raisined or jammy fruit; there's a pleasing mix of sweet strawberry and cherry candy highlighted with streaks of fresh earth and leaf. Beautifully proportioned, this wine is selected from the best barrels of the oldest estate vineyards.",Estate Selection,30,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2004 Estate Selection Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2004-estate-selection-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Erath
,White,France,"Very rich, ripe and packed with new-wood flavors, this is somewhat flashy, but it's still delicious to drink. Sit back and enjoy.",Clos de Mazeray,69,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2004 Clos de Mazeray  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2004-clos-mazeray-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Jacques Prieur
9.5,White,Germany,"A rich, unctuous style of auslese, with broad, sweet flavors of poached apple and pear, accented by hints of dried apricots and spice. This is a bit on the sticky side but may come into better balance over time.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,37,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2005 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2005-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
,White,US,"The Pinot Blanc from this property puts many Oregon Pinot Gris to shame; it's got more polish, more detail and more class overall. Compared to its estate-grown cousin, the Blanc is a bit more delicate, with lovely stone fruit, Asian pear and pink grapefruit highlights. Whole-cluster pressing and cold fermentation enhance aromas and bring out nuances of citrus rind.",,19,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2005 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2005-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2005,WillaKenzie Estate
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Subtle and smooth from start to finish. The aromas are sly but sturdy, with mocha and blackberry sticking out. The flavor profile is pure black fruit with underlayers of spice and chocolate. A ripe, really good example of approachable Malbec.",Crios,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Susana Balbo 2005 Crios Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/susana-balbo-2005-crios-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Susana Balbo
14.4,Red,US,"Pours dark and smells youthful, with cherry, raspberry, cola and spice scents. In the mouth, it's a big wine that's stuffed with cherry pie and oak flavors. It's also fairly tannic, which should enable it to age for a few years. This is a success for the vintage.",Five Sisters,80,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2004 Five Sisters Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2004-five-sisters-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lynmar
,White,France,"Ripe, open and packed with melon and tropical fruit flavors, this wine is already showing enticing drinkability. Its fresh, ripe fruits is layered with some mineral character and an under-cushion of wood.",Cailleret Premier Cru,65,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2004 Cailleret Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-cailleret-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
13.5,White,France,"This is a dense structured wine with some herbal flavors as well as kiwi and green plums. Fruit dominates, leaving the wood with a walk-on part. It is developing slowly and needs another 2–3 years to open fully.",Champ Gain Premier Cru,62,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2004 Champ Gain Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2004-champ-gain-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Olivier Leflaive
15.5,Red,US,"What a classic Paso Zin. Even though the vintage was a scorcher, this Westside is balanced and delivers delicious cocoa, raspberry, cherry and blueberry flavors, and then all kinds of tangy herbs and spices. And such a soft, voluptuous texture, too. Should be easy to find with a case production of 4,795.",Westside,20,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2004 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2004-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Peachy Canyon
,White,US,"This excellent PG has plenty of palate weight and texture besides. It's spicy, with fleshy pear and cinnamon flavors leading into marzipan that's lifted with citrus. Lots going on as it continues to surprise, finishing with a crisp mineral acidity. Might be the best Ponzi PG in the past decade.",,17,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2005 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Ponzi
13.2,White,US,"Much like Chardonnay, with a creamy texture framing ripe pineapples, mangoes, apple butter, toast and caramel. This is a big, powerful wine but one with great control and finesse.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kynsi 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Kynsi
,White,US,"This is a barrel selection from the best sites at the estate (Jacob Hart) vineyard, planted in 1987. It's done in 3/4 stainless, 1/4 neutral oak, and comes out in a thoroughly delicious, well-balanced, fruit-driven wine. Pear, grapefruit, wet stone and citrus rind work together to create texture and mouthfeel, with a finish of fresh, lightly bitter pear skin.",Reserve,24,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2005 Reserve Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2005-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2005,Rex Hill
15.6,Red,US,"With enough Syrah to qualify for a varietal label, the wine is certainly high in alcohol and sweet in ripe, jammy fruit. But it works. It's sweet but not cloying, with cassis, cherry liqueur and chocolate flavors, and a sexy, velvety texture. Combines power with softness.",Broken Stones,38,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Saxum 2004 Broken Stones Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxum-2004-broken-stones-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Saxum
,Red,US,"Ripe and polished, with intense cassis, plum, spice and oak flavors enriched by the toast of fine oak. The wine continues the long Jack London tradition of early balance and drinkability, with the promise of midterm aging.",Jack London Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2003 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2003-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Kenwood
14.8,Red,US,"This winery's '03 1886 reserve-style Cab was a monster, and this Cab, though smaller, treads the same waters. It's a ripe, balanced wine that shows a wealth of Cabernet flavors that turn sweet on the finish.",,33,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ehlers Estate 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ehlers Estate
14,Red,Argentina,"Violet in color, with persistent, potent aromas of mint, marzipan and black cherry. This is not your run-of-the-mill soft Malbec; on the contrary, it's peppered with piercing acidity, which yields a can't-miss freshness. Flavorwise, we're talking zesty boysenberry and raspberry.",Reserva,29,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Durigutti 2003 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durigutti-2003-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Durigutti
12,Sparkling,France,"This is baseline Deutz, but still a standout. Sniff it and you sense the complexity, definition and elegance. Good, tiny bubbles stream up steadily, bringing notes of chalk, candied fruit and caramel. In the mouth, it fills out across the palate with mixed flavors that show stone fruits, caramel and oily, slightly buttery nuts. Very approachable yet complex, refined and aristocratic.",Brut Classic,51,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz NV Brut Classic  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-nv-brut-classic-champagne-61561/,Champagne Blend,,Deutz
13.4,White,US,"Many Napa Chards taste earthy, and so does this one. The earthiness is about green herbs, tobacco and soy-flavored tofu, but there's also plenty of pineapple fruit. On top of that, considerable new oak gives a blast of vanilla and spice. This interesting, complex Chard should challenge chefs to rise to the occasion.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amici 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Amici
15,Red,US,"Dark, dry, tannic and a little hot, with enormously ripe plum, blackberry and coffee flavors, this Barbera combines old-time ruggedness with modern purity. Nice now with rich beef dishes, yet it will hang in there for 20 years, gradually softening and sweetening.",,34,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,VJB 2004 Barbera (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2004-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Barbera,2004,VJB
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smooth, fruity and a touch earthy on the nose, with pure raspberry, plum and cassis in proper doses. Quite comfortable across the palate, where juicy acids wrestle with full tannins. Finishes big, with chocolate.",,13,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Carlos Basso 2004 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2004-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2004,Carlos Basso
13.5,Red,Argentina,"An excellent wine for the money. All of Basso's current wines are rock solid, including this blend of Cabernet and Malbec, which shows jammy berry aromas backed by plump blackberry and strawberry flavors. Solid and flush throughout, with nary a flaw.",Dos Fincas,10,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Carlos Basso 2004 Dos Fincas Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2004-fincas-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2004,Carlos Basso
13,White,France,"This comes from the negociant side of Pierre Morey's business. It is full, rich, fat, open and quite opulent. Yes, the acidity and the freshness of the fruit are there, but this is a generous wine that will develop relatively quickly over 2 to 3 years.",Bouchères Premier Cru,84,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Morey-Blanc 2004 Bouchères Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2004-boucheres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Morey-Blanc
,White,France,"Sweet, full-fruit flavors and elegance mark this friendly wine. The wood flavors blend effortlessly with the citrus and kiwi fruit, leaving a fresh, lifted aftertaste. The 2004 marks a good return to form after the less successful 2003s from this domaine.",,50,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine René Monnier 2004  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rene-monnier-2004-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine René Monnier
,White,France,"Ripe, open and elegant. A glorious burst of lemon, peaches, nectarines and acidity. There is some wood—not new—but the fruit is everything here.",,,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2004  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2004-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine des Comtes Lafon
13,White,France,"From a small parcel of village vines in Puligny-Montrachet, Domaine de la Vougeraie has fashioned an intense wine that balances ripe but crisp green plum and toast flavors. It is concentrated and already well integrated.",La Corvée des Vignes,,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 2004 La Corvée des Vignes  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-2004-corvee-vignes-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine de la Vougeraie
,White,Argentina,"Normally a wine with this score and price would earn front-line Best Buy status. But because it's brand new and total production is only 600 cases, you're going to have to work to find it. But if you do, expect a melon-driven wine with clean lines, good acidity and a long finish. It's refined Torrontés; aromatic and complex to the point that you might mistake it for a Rhône Valley Viognier or something similar.",,13,90,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Colomé 2006 Torrontés (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2006-torrontes-calchaqui-valley/,Torrontés,2006,Colomé
14.5,Red,US,"Ripe, soft and oaky, this is a voluptuous style of Cab that's complex and ageable but easy to like now. Shows sweet cassis flavors wrapped in finely ground tannins. This is a Cab of great interest.",,40,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Robert Mondavi
,White,France,"Beautiful  green-plum flavored fruit shows how good Saint-Aubin can be. The vanilla flavors from wood fermentation and aging simply underline the pure, vivid flavors. Drink in three to 10 years.",Les Cortons Premier Cru,42,90,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Roux Père et Fils 2004 Les Cortons Premier Cru  (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2004-cortons-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2004,Roux Père et Fils
,White,France,"Powerful, intense wood aromas dominate this wine initially. But on the palate, there are also fruit flavors that push at the wood, giving delicious apricot,  white fruits and some honey to go along with the vanilla tastes.",Les Chaumes,42,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Roux Père et Fils 2004 Les Chaumes  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2004-chaumes-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Roux Père et Fils
13,White,Germany,"Relatively round and lush for a dry German Riesling, with pronounced ripeness and texture. A hint of diesel marks the bouquet, followed by scents of superripe apples, honey and dried apricot, while the flavors add notes of mineral and spice. A long, spice-driven finish completes the package.",Steinbuckel Grosses Gewächs Spätlese Trocken,46,90,Pfalz,,,Knipser 2004 Steinbuckel Grosses Gewächs Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knipser-2004-steinbuckel-grosses-gewachs-spatlese-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,Knipser
8,White,Germany,"If there is any complaint at all to be made about this wine, it's that it is too easy to drink. Succulent, ripe, honeyed fruit balanced by just enough acidity slips down without any edginess, yet the flavors still linger nicely on the finish.",Rüdesheimer Berg Rottland Spätlese,27,90,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2005 Rüdesheimer Berg Rottland Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2005-rudesheimer-berg-rottland-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Johannishof
,White,France,"A full, rounded wine with yellow fruit and citrus flavors lying over vanilla and toast flavors. This rich wine is ready to drink despite a good touch of minerality to finish.",Marquis de Laguiche,85,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Marquis de Laguiche  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-marquis-laguiche-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
14.5,Red,US,"This is Marimar's first Sonoma Coast Pinot, and the result is promising. The wine is more acidic and deeper than her estate Pinots, bringing to mind Hirsch Pinots. It's big, rich, complex and almost Syrah-like. A wine to watch.",Dona Margarita Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Marimar Estate 2004 Dona Margarita Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2004-dona-margarita-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Marimar Estate
13.5,Red,US,"Beautiful Merlot, another argument in favor of Carneros as one of the variety's finest homes. Brisk acidity and fine, complex tannins set off lush blackberry jam, cassis, cola, coffee and new-oak flavors. The wine has a soft, velvety texture. Best now through 2007.",,26,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 2002 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2002-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2002,MacRostie
,White,France,"High up on the slope, the Sous le Puits vineyard has produced a ripe, open, buttery wine that is full of generous, opulent fruit. It is packed with pineapple, tropical fruit and lime flavors, along with a hint of caramel and almonds. Ready to drink now.",Sous le Puits Premier Cru,49,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2004 Sous le Puits Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-sous-le-puits-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
,White,France,"A Meursault-based domaine that has progressed rapidly in quality under Philippe Ballot. This Genevrières is a rich, young wine that promises an open, ripe, wood-layered series of flavors in 2 years.",Genevrières Premier Cru,79,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Ballot Millot et Fils 2004 Genevrières Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballot-millot-fils-2004-genevrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Ballot Millot et Fils
15.2,Red,US,"Big and rich in blackberry and cocoa flavors, with a generous dusting of peppery spice, this Zin, which is mainly from a single vineyard, shows the power and heft of Amador. Drink now with game, cheeses or pasta.",ReZerve Zin,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2004 ReZerve Zin Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2004-rezerve-zin-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Sobon Estate
,Red,Argentina,"A modern-styled Malbec even though it comes from 33-year-old vines grown in a cool subsection of Mendoza. The aromas are warm, smoky and earthy as they set the stage for bright boysenberry and currant flavors. Balanced and sturdy, with fine natural acidity. Drink now through 2015.",Viña Carlos Gei Berra,50,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Viña Carlos Gei Berra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-vina-carlos-gei-berra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Trapiche
12,Sparkling,France,"A coconut streak stands out immediately, then there's a vertical wall of stone, citrus and licorice. I like the intensity and the definitive spices that layer this wine; it's not shy or pedestrian. The style may or may not suit you, but it's well worth exploring. It finishes up crisp, with a green, citrusy lift.",Blue Label Brut,28,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Blue Label Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-blue-label-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
14.5,White,US,"This full-bodied wine shows off mouth-filling peach, pineapple and apricot flavors that are creamy, due perhaps to aging on the lees. It's really complex for Viognier—exotic and opulent but never losing control and elegance.",,23,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2005 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2005-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2005,Jaffurs
14.1,Red,US,"Lovely young Cab, with that softly tannic, earthy, dried herb and cherry thing that so distinguishes Alexander Valley. The wine has an elegance and refinement that make it fine now for upscale food, but it should age well and improve for a decade.",Staten Family Reserve,40,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Field Stone 2002 Staten Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-2002-staten-family-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Field Stone
,White,France,"Rich, buttery and forward, but with a fine streak of minerality to give structure and interest. The wood gives a spicy character to the wine, but it doesn't dominate the rich burst of fruit.",,57,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Etienne Sauzet 2004  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etienne-sauzet-2004-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Etienne Sauzet
,Red,US,"Light in color, with refined aromatics showing cola, rosehip tea, leather, floral and Asian spice notes. This delicately structured wine is on the light-bodied side, but it's complex and could be exciting with some bottle age. Best now through 2012.",Poule d'Or,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Eric Ross 2004 Poule d'Or Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-ross-2004-poule-dor-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Eric Ross
,White,US,"As in previous vintages, the 2005 is bone dry, high in acidity, and New Zealandy in its mineral, gooseberry and citrus flavors. This streamlined Sauvignon is one of the cleaner ones around. A beautiful companion for all sorts of foods.",Redwood Ranch,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 2005 Redwood Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2005-redwood-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Gary Farrell
14.2,White,US,"Very clean and dry, high in citrusy acidity, and with a steely minerality. This streamlined Chard aims for structure, not opulence. The flavors are of white peaches and smoky oak. Defines the Farrell style of detailed elegance.",Russian River Selection,32,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Russian River Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-russian-river-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Gary Farrell
,White,France,"For a village wine, this is impressive. The richness and ripeness of the grapes translates into a full wine with white- fruit and spice flavors. But quite properly, there is a fine, poised mineral streak from the chalk soil that gives the wine shape and balance.",,80,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2003  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2003-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Leflaive
12,Sparkling,France,"This starts out on the right foot, hitting you with a whiff of toasted nuts and crème caramel. The maturity of the blend seems well calculated; there's a very nice mix of crisp green fruit, spicy clove, and more mature, slightly oxidized, nutty flavors. This is not a big wine, but it fills the palate evenly and persists with a core of pleasing, lightly salty, somewhat oily roasted almond.",Grande Cuvée Brut,39,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Comte Audoin de Dampierre NV Grande Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comte-audoin-dampierre-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Comte Audoin de Dampierre
,White,France,"This is a great Meursault that's full of round, ripe, generous fruit. It's packed with yellow fruit and kiwi flavors. Revel in its richness. This wine comes from Bouchard's own vines.",Les Clous,36,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004 Les Clous  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-clous-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
12.5,White,France,"From the domaine of Pierre Morey, who is also cellarmaster at Domaine Leflaive. Like at Leflaive, he works his vines biodynamically. This is a layered wine; the pure, crisp fruit partnering with light toast flavors and a poised and structured apple-skin aftertaste.",Les Tessons,80,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Pierre Morey 2004 Les Tessons  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2004-tessons-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Pierre Morey
15.3,Red,US,"This is the best Old School House in years. It really impresses with its length and depth of its flavors, offering a huge mouthful of blackberry jam, cherry pie and nutmeggy chocolate cocoa. High in alcohol but perfectly in balance.",Old School House,30,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2004 Old School House Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2004-old-school-house-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Peachy Canyon
13.5,White,France,"With its sandstone soil, the Abbaye de Morgeot vineyard is equally suited to Pinot Noir as to Chardonnay. But it is able to produce fresh, fruity wines, like this one. A spice and citric blend dances on the palate.",Abbaye de Morgeot Premier Cru,64,91,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Jadot 2004 Abbaye de Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-abbaye-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Jadot
,White,France,"Leflaive owns a small parcel of vines in the Clos Saint-Marc and also buys grapes from neighbors. The wine is ripe, but still has restraint, with flavors of green plums and a touch of spice. A firm structure promises aging, and there's a delicious fresh zing to the finish.",Clos Saint-Marc Premier Cru,56,91,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2004 Clos Saint-Marc Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2004-clos-saint-marc-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Olivier Leflaive
13.5,White,US,"I love this wine. Duckhorn has been on a roll with Sauvignon Blanc, and this is the best yet. It's dry and refreshingly crisp in acidity, with delicious citrus, fig, honeysuckle, green apple and spice flavors. A bit of barrel fermentation makes it even richer. The price is creeping up, but this is a seriously good wine. Easy to find with 22,000 cases produced.",,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Duckhorn
,White,France,"Elegance is the hallmark of this wine, which flows round the mouth with generous flavors but still leaves a fresh, crisp aftertaste. Green apples, spice and wood all balance well.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,89,91,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Etienne Sauzet 2004 Les Perrières Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etienne-sauzet-2004-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Etienne Sauzet
12,Sparkling,France,"Very fine bubbles, with a firm, precise entry that is stylish to the hilt. This is a confident, assertive style, tart but not thin, with fennel and lemon-oil streaks running through the green fruit. It holds together nicely on the mid-palate, like a rock in the midst of a freshwater mountain stream. Young and crisp, it sails into a long and complex finish that promises rewards with a bit of further cellaring.",Brut,44,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-nv-brut-champagne-61578/,Champagne Blend,,Delamotte
,White,France,"Perrières is often described as the greatest of the premier crus of Meursault. Wines like this certainly need aging, with their structure overlying the typical opulence of Meursault. It's possible to enjoy this now, but it would be worth waiting 3–4 years at least.",Perrières Premier Cru,90,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004 Perrières Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
14.4,White,US,"This is one of those Chards that's more Burgundian than Californian. There's a rich earthiness followed by a minerally date nut, dried pineapple and spiced apple character. In the end, there's enough acidity to suggest mid-term aging.",Camelback Vineyard,22,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bighorn 2004 Camelback Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-2004-camelback-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Bighorn
9,White,Germany,"It's stony and minerally on the nose, but also boasts vivid pear, melon and green-apple scents. The flavors verge on tropical, mixing ripe pear and melon notes with underpinnings of tangerine. It's all wrapped in a plump, succulent texture and features a long, lipsmacking finish.",Trittenheimer Kabinett,21,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2005 Trittenheimer Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2005-trittenheimer-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Grans-Fassian
13.5,White,Austria,"Bursts from the glass with terrific aromas of honey, nuts and smoky grilled peaches, then adds apple and molten rock of minerality to go along with bold fruit. This round, full-bodied wine with a long, spicy finish should age easily over the next 10 years or more.",Spitzer Setzberg Smaragd,36,91,Wachau,,,Johann Donabaum 2005 Spitzer Setzberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-donabaum-2005-spitzer-setzberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Johann Donabaum
11,White,Germany,"This wine pleases from start to finish, beginning with mouthwatering aromas of zesty limes and green apples and then adding plump, mouthfilling flavors of melon. Ends long, with pepper, spice and mineral notes.",Niersteiner Rehbach Spätlese,23,91,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2005 Niersteiner Rehbach Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2005-niersteiner-rehbach-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,Louis Guntrum
14.3,Red,US,"The softness and rusticity that almost always mark Sierra Foothills wines are here, yet the wine rises to what might be called coastal elegance. A Spanifornia blend of Tempranillo and Cab Sauvignon, it has a complexity that unfolds in waves of blackberry, tobacco, clove, anise and espresso. Drink now.",The Spaniard,45,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2004 The Spaniard Red (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2004-spaniard-red-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Red Blend,2004,Twisted Oak
,Red,Argentina,"Ripe and smooth, with hints of molasses, toast, and vanilla as well as mulberry and blackberry. The wine runs sweet but masculine, with chocolate as the prime secondary flavor. Finishes long and broad, with supple tannins. Made from 8-year-old vines. Drink now through 2015.",Viña Pedro Gonzalez,50,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Viña Pedro Gonzalez Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-vina-pedro-gonzalez-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Trapiche
,Red,US,"Much as I love the winery's La Paulée, this tops it. There's more concentration and complex blueberry, mulberry, black cherry and plum flavors. It shows a whiff or two of mint, sage and chervil, and as with all Scott Paul wines it is impeccably balanced, non-interventionist and studiously clean.",Audrey,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Scott Paul 2004 Audrey Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-2004-audrey-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Scott Paul
,White,Germany,"A fairly big, broad-shouldered wine that displays ripe baked apple and spice scents, but also intense minerality. The slightly oily texture comes off like creamy molten rock, finishing long and mostly dry, with lingering slatey notes.",Baron Heyl Kabinett,19,91,Rheinhessen,,,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim 2005 Baron Heyl Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freiherr-heyl-zu-herrnsheim-2005-baron-kabinett-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim
14.2,White,US,"Like the great '04, this wine has a structural integrity and sheer mouth-filling deliciousness that puts it above most other California PGs. It shows high acidity and powerful but subtle flavors of citrus rind, fig and white peach. You could get addicted to this stuff.",,24,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2005 Pinot Gris (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Gris,2005,Etude
14.1,White,US,"What a great job Tolosa has been doing with Chard, and it's all about that Edna Valley terroir. The fruit develops powerful kiwi and lime flavors, which are generously enriched with caramelly oak. Meanwhile, the climate preserves vital acidity. It's a perfect marriage.",Edna Ranch,20,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2004 Edna Ranch Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2004-edna-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Tolosa
14.5,Red,Argentina,"This new wine from Donald Hess of the Hess Collection is a big, bold mix of black cherry and currants. It's ripe and cushioned by full tannins and a lot of spirit. The blend is 66% Malbec, 20% Cabernet and 14% Tannat from high-altitude vineyards in Salta. Will go nicely with steak and other meat dishes. A truly excellent, modern-styled Argentine red.",Estate,25,91,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Colomé 2004 Estate Red (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2004-estate-red-calchaqui-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Colomé
13.5,Red,US,"Bob Foley has championed this heirloom variety, which so many others long ago abandoned. The wine shows an old-fashioned ruggedness and the kind of in-your-face tannins and grapeskin astringency you don't see much anymore. Yet it's massively fruity and will age well. Six to 10 years should soften and sweeten it, and it will hold for another decade beyond.",,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Foley 2004 Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-foley-2004-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2004,Robert Foley
13.5,White,France,"Like so many Drouhin wines, this is beautifully balanced. The wood, green fruit, spice and acidity already in fine harmony. There is a richness coming from the deep soils of the vineyard. Can it age? Probably, because of the firm structure.",Folatières Premier Cru,65,91,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Folatières Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
12,Sparkling,France,"A very pretty copper color, just faintly tinged with pink. It's a sensuous, spicy wine with forward, pretty aromas of strawberry, raspberry and sweet cherry. It doesn't fade in the mouth; there is real concentration here all the way through. It actually seems to build intensity as it sails into the long, graceful finish.",Rosé de Saignée Brut,40,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Rosé de Saignée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-rose-de-saignee-brut-champagne-62339/,Champagne Blend,,Duval-Leroy
12,Sparkling,France,"This is a full-flavored, round and spicy ready-to-go bottle of bubbly. The LeRoy Neiman graphics and cava-style bottle suggest party time, and the flavors are right up against banana-ish tropicality. But the ripeness is nicely cut with leesy acids, and the wine manages not to fall off a cliff; rather it extends itself with layers of stone and mineral.",Paris Brut,35,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Paris Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-paris-brut-champagne-62341/,Champagne Blend,,Duval-Leroy
,White,France,"More steely than some Meursault, this layers wood and mineral flavors with a fine structure and tastes of apple skins and nutmeg. This wine could age 3–4 years, but it is already delicious.",Les Chevalières,45,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine René Monnier 2004 Les Chevalières  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rene-monnier-2004-chevalieres-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine René Monnier
13,White,France,"Pierre Morey also runs a small negociant business, Morey Blanc, specializing in whites from Meursault. This is one of the wines, a delicious, fresh, crisp wine that's packed with light, airy flavors of green apples and citrus.",Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru,120,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Morey-Blanc 2004 Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2004-gouttes-dor-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Morey-Blanc
,White,US,"Chards are tight, acidic and minerally in youth, showing a lees-infused structure but offering waves of complexity. With toasty oak, the base flavors are of nectarines, mangoes, peaches, zesty green apples and dustings of Asian spice.",Don Miguel Vineyard,28,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2003 Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2003-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Marimar Estate
13.5,White,France,"Ripe and at the same time structured, this wine is as broad as its palate is long. It envelops the mouth with nutmeg and almonds as well as white fruits and ripe acidity. It's delicious now, but there's structure to allow it a few years aging.",La Truffière Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Bruno Colin 2004 La Truffière Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-colin-2004-truffiere-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bruno Colin
,White,France,"In the fat, buttery style of white Burgundy, this wine, with its malolactic flavors and its vanilla flavors, would appeal immediately to California Chardonnay lovers. Except that it also has elegance: a hint of steel and a touch of acidity to temper the tropical fruits.",Les Chenevottes Premier Cru,70,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils 2004 Les Chenevottes Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bernard-moreau-fils-2004-chenevottes-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils
,White,France,"Rich and spiced with wood flavors, this is a rounded, powerful wine. The flavors suggest kiwis and pears leading to vanilla and caramel. It is developing well and is ready to drink.",Morgeot Premier Cru,56,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Lamy-Pillot 2004 Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lamy-pillot-2004-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Lamy-Pillot
9.5,White,Germany,"Plump and succulent, this is a deceptively easy wine. Ripe apple, pear and melon flavors make it seem simple, but underneath the flesh is a spine of bright acids and slatey minerality. Zesty lime and ripe orange notes give length to the crisp, lingering finish. Both this wine and the auslese are great.",Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Spätlese,26,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-brauneberger-juffer-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
14,Red,Argentina,"Charcoal and ripe berry fruit announce this as a serious, masculine Malbec. The palate answers the bell, delivering tight blackberry and cassis flavors in front of a tannic, sturdy finish. Shows great foundation and potential; best in late 2007 into 2008.",Punto Final Reserva,18,92,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Bodega Renacer 2004 Punto Final Reserva Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2004-punto-final-reserva-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2004,Bodega Renacer
13,White,Austria,"Big, rich and oily, with intense aromas of smoke and nut oil that build on the palate into flavors of peach kernel, spice and layers of minerality. A long, mouthcoating finish cinches this wine's quality. The only catch is that of 800 cases produced, only 25 are scheduled to be imported to the U.S.",Hohenberg,23,92,Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2005 Hohenberg Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2005-hohenberg-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Josef Ehmoser
,White,France,"From the Bouchard domaine, this wine is soft and ripe. There is some structure and firm acidity, but that's secondary to the luscious flavors that roll around the mouth. The wood broadens but also gives extra complexity to the wine.",Les Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru,84,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004 Les Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-les-gouttes-dor-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
8.5,White,Germany,"A bit sulfury on the nose, but even through that veil it's possible to discern greatness. Citrus, melon and pear notes shine through, picking up mineral notes on the long finish, while the texture is plump but with elegant underlying structure. Drink 2010–2020.",Abstberg Spätlese,28,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2005 Abstberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2005-abstberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Maximin Grünhäuser
,White,US,"Well oaked, with a toasty, vanilla-infused cream and caramel edge, this polished Chard has peach custard flavors dusted with cinnamon, nutmeg and candied ginger. It's delicious and complex. The word “rich” doesn't begin to do it justice.",Pugash Vineyard,45,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Mi Sueño 2004 Pugash Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2004-pugash-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-mountain/,Chardonnay,2004,Mi Sueño
15.1,Red,US,"Dark purple in color and stunningly huge, with fresh young fruit, this is a thick, glyceriney Syrah stuffed with blackberry jam, espresso, cinnamon, dark chocolate and peppery notes. So fruity and so rich, but it's also a tannic wine that will benefit from a few years of age.",Thompson Vineyard,34,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2004 Thompson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2004-thompson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Jaffurs
,White,France,"New-wood aromas, plenty of spice and yellow fruits, but also a beautifully-shaped wine. It's complex yet generous, ripe yet elegant. For village Meursault, this is excellent.",,37,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
14.5,White,US,"The wonderfully bright, citrusy acidity pushes and brightens the citrus, melon and fig flavors. It's such an expressive wine, so bold and well-structured. No oak seems to have been added, but no matter, the wine is so rich, clean and fruity that it doesn't need it. Just brilliant California Sauvignon Blanc.",Church Vineyard,19,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,John Anthony 2005 Church Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2005-church-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,John Anthony
,White,France,"Big, intense and ripe, this wine has great flavors of ripe apples, almonds and honey from the malolactic fermentation. It is poised, elegant and powerful—a balance that is the best of many worlds. From the Roux domaine, it is finely crafted and likely to age for many years.",Les Macherelles Premier Cru,75,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Roux Père et Fils 2004 Les Macherelles Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2004-macherelles-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Roux Père et Fils
14.5,White,US,"It's a mystery how, in such a hot vintage, Talley produced this dry, minerally, almost austere Chardonnay. When everyone else was getting mangoes, this wine shows flint along with lime zest and kiwi. Yet the mark of Rincon Chard always has been a steely stoniness. The oak regime is big, but the wine handles it with aplomb. Best now through 2008.",Rincon Vineyard,38,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2004 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2004-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Talley
15.1,Red,US,"This is a new vineyard, co-owned by Talley. The vines are young but enormously promising, and this  wine already shows the fruit purity and crisp acidity of Edna Valley Pinot. The vibrant black cherry, cola, mint and dusty spice flavors are supported by a silky smooth mouthfeel and a rich, long finish.",Stone Corral Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2004 Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2004-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Stephen Ross
,White,France,"A wine that caresses the palate with initial silky, ripe-fruit flavors and then comes on with structure and acidity. The wood shows through but certainly doesn't dominate. A wine that has power, but also great charm.",Les Genevrières Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2004 Les Genevrières Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2004-genevrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine des Comtes Lafon
,White,France,"A lively, almost racy wine that has delicious ripe fruit, lovely fresh acidity, lemon and green-apple flavors and an appealing layer of new wood. Chardonnay lovers, this is for you.",La Maltroie Premier Cru,70,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils 2004 La Maltroie Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bernard-moreau-fils-2004-maltroie-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Sensational wine for the money. The Cab and Merlot work together seamlessly, as the nose exudes raspberry and sweet leather. Tastes warm and toasty, with ripe fruit softened by chocolate and pillowy tannins. Argentine red at its affordable best.",Dos Fincas,10,91,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Carlos Basso 2004 Dos Fincas Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2004-fincas-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Carlos Basso
14.2,Red,US,"Made from grapes grown close to the chilly Pacific, this is a wine with bright acidity and elegance. It's got some size, too, but unlike many big, rich Pinots from warmer areas this one toes the line of balance like a pro. The cherry cola, raspberry, tea and gentle spice flavors are satisfying and complex. Best next year and through 2008.",,60,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2003 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Sonoma Coast Vineyards
12,Sparkling,France,"Though very ripe, the wine's richness is somewhat hidden by a blast of SO2 until you have given it some good aeration. Then the true nose emerges, and if you like fresh-baked pastries and a creamy style of Champagne, this is your bottle. The fruit is peachy/tropical, and an unusual spice note—wintergreen?—adds some lift through the long finish.",Grand Siècle Brut,110,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Grand Siècle Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-grand-siecle-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
14,Red,US,"Here's a very dry, stylish Pinot, and while it has plenty of fruit, it has mushroom, balsamic and soy flavors that deepen and ground the cherries and cola. The overall impression is of a young, complex, fleshy Pinot that should hold and develop for five years.",Don Miguel Vineyard,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2003 Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2003-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Marimar Estate
,White,France,"Blagny is a small hamlet just up the hill from Les Perrières. This is a cooler spot, and the wine shows this with its structure and flavors of fresh green fruits over generous portions of wood. A wine that should age for more than 5 years.",Château de Blagny Meursault Blagny Premier Cru,48,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2004 Château de Blagny Meursault Blagny Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-chateau-blagny-meursault-blagny-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
13.5,White,France,"Producing some of the more refined wines of Meursault, Charmes also has the right amount of opulence. Louis Latour's wine brings out all the richness and ripeness; soft, generous and full-bodied and leavened with spicy wood flavors.",Charmes Premier Cru,75,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2004 Charmes Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
12,Sparkling,France,"Pale straw in color with a fine bead. As always, this is an elegant, distinctive and impeccably crisp Champagne. It is the epitome of stylish; tightly focused, it gently unwraps itself into a graceful, immaculately clean finish that's lightly toasty and hints at coconut and vanilla wafer.",La Française Brut,35,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV La Française Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-la-francaise-brut-champagne-62353/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
14.9,Red,US,"Wonderful Napa Cabernet, with the opulence of fruit and textural balance you expect. Ripe black currant and cocoa flavors, with a rich, complex raw-beef streak and layers of toasty, spicy oak. The wine is powerful, yet elegant and restrained. Fine now, but best from 2009–2015.",Oroppas,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2003 Oroppas Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2003-oroppas-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,St. Clement
14,White,US,"The best Paraiso Chard I've ever had, this inaugural wine, a low-production block release, is tight and firm. Acidity, minerals and lees star. But there's also a tremendous core of ripe tropical fruits, roasted hazelnut, marzipan, coconut macaroon and all sorts of interesting things. Cellar it for a while, then drink from 2007–2010.",Eagles' Perch,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2003 Eagles' Perch Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2003-eagles-perch-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2003,Paraiso Vineyards
14,Red,Argentina,"After a few years of stumbling around in Mendoza, this Concha y Toro project seems to have found its way. This wine, albeit oaky, is full of dark fruit, dill and toast aromas. The palate is balanced and tight, with firm tannins and plenty of black cherry, plum and coffee flavors. Toasty and lasting. Shows a lot of power and purity.",Golden Reserve,20,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2003 Golden Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2003-golden-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Trivento
,White,US,"WillaKenzie's oldest Pinot Gris vines are almost 15 years of age, and their estate bottling seems to gain in weight and power with each passing year. Chewy and substantial, layered and meaty, it's a succulent fruit salad; hints of pear and peach, mango and papaya, grapefruit and pineapple. The wine is beautifully proportioned and its richness is never heavy or fat.",,19,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2005 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,WillaKenzie Estate
12,Rose,France,"This excellent producer makes a lovely, copper-colored rosé, which sends up fresh and inviting aromas that suggest fresh-baked apple pastries. Baking spices, cinnamon in particular, liven up the scents and flavors, and the wine seems crisp, balanced and full in the mouth. It's a complete, nicely evolved wine, which seems to be at the peak of flavor.",Brut Rosé,60,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriot NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriot-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Henriot
14.2,Red,US,"Fresh and vibrant, showing berry-cherry cola, tea, clove, vanilla and smoky flavors that are just delicious. The wine is accented by youthful acidity. If you like your Pinots young, this is for you. However, it should knit together and improve with some cellaring. Best 2007–2010.",,42,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Etude
,White,France,"Perhaps the best-known of the Chassagne-Montrachet premier crus, Morgeot is a wine that delights the taste buds. Moreau's example has enticing flowery aromas, ripe red apple and fresh almond flavors, and a friendly, open character that is tempered with some fresh acidity.",Morgeot Premier Cru,70,91,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils 2004 Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bernard-moreau-fils-2004-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils
9.5,White,Germany,"This delicate wine is waif-like and virtually ephemeral on the nose, with subtle scents of mineral, fresh greens, citrus and apple. In the mouth, it shows similar finesse, striking a fine balance between sweetness and tart green-apple and lime flavors. Finishes long, accented by bright citrus notes.",Kiedricher Sandgrub Spätlese,23,91,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2005 Kiedricher Sandgrub Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2005-kiedricher-sandgrub-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Baron Knyphausen
,Red,US,"This vineyard delivers a very smooth, soft, nicely textured Pinot Noir. Very ripe fruit leads into flavors of strawberry preserves dotted with milk chocolate. This is a silky wine, which offers flavor details in the Oregon herb-and-leaf mode. It sails through a very smooth finish.",Jacob-Hart Vineyard,49,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2004 Jacob-Hart Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2004-jacob-hart-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rex Hill
,White,US,"This is the first dry Riesling since 1993, though it was a Ponzi hallmark from 1974 until it was dropped. Fashions have brought dry Riesling into play again, and this is a textbook example mixing Meyer lemon, chamomile tea and even a bit of peppery spice. Unfortunately just 70 cases were made.",,25,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2005 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2005-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2005,Ponzi
12,Sparkling,France,"This is styled in a relatively mature, slightly oxidized fashion. It's round and full-bodied, with lots of oily, buttered-nut flavors. But it is not at all tired or tiring; an underpinning of crisp apple keeps it lively and fresh in the mouth. It drinks very well right now, as if it had been cellared for four or five years.",Cuvée Rare Brut,120,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Cuvée Rare Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-cuvee-rare-brut-champagne-60873/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
14.7,Red,US,"Young and forward, here's a seductive wine that's instantly attractive for its lush flavors and silky mouthfeel. Cherry pie filling, cola, pomegranate, rosehip tea, cocoa and coffee flavors mark this delicious Pinot, which finishes with crisp acids. It was made by Paul Hobbs.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Stewart 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stewart-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Stewart
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Chocolate and mint with the essence of coffee drives the bouquet. In the mouth, this Malbec-Merlot blend is ripe as can be, with cassis, blackberry and chocolate all making their mark. The finish is secure and mildly tannic, while the overall take is that this is a ribald, rich South American red.",Ciclos,25,92,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2004 Ciclos Malbec-Merlot (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2004-ciclos-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cafayate/,Malbec-Merlot,2004,Michel Torino
14.2,Red,US,"Long before the boom in “Pet,” Stags' Leap was committed to it. And few wineries have performed more consistently over the years. The '03, from the winery's old estate vineyard exhibits dark, dry, rich, robust characteristics. It's a flamboyant, plummy-leathery wine that never loses control.",,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2003 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2003-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Stags' Leap Winery
13.5,White,Austria,"I had a slight preference for Högl's less expensive Loibner Vision Riesling Smaragd, but you can't go wrong with this one either. Thick, viscous and full-bodied, it's richly fruited but minerally as well, marrying diesel and smoke notes with orange and tangerine flavors. Long and spicy on the finish.",Ried Bruck Viessling Smaragd,38,92,Wachau,,,Högl 2005 Ried Bruck Viessling Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogl-2005-ried-bruck-viessling-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Högl
13.5,White,France,"Coming from the largest of the Puligny premier crus, this is a big, bold, ripe wine.  Still structured at this young stage, but generous and packed with green plum and lime flavors. The wood gives tannins but doesn't dominate.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,70,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine René Monnier 2004 Les Folatières Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rene-monnier-2004-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine René Monnier
13.5,White,France,"There are at least four vineyards in Meursault called Charmes. Wines called Les Charmes can use fruit from both Les Charmes Dessus (above) and Les Charmes Dessous (below). This wine from René Monnier shows round, luscious fruit flavors balanced with some spicy toast and richness. The wine is ready to drink.",Charmes Premier Cru,70,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine René Monnier 2004 Charmes Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rene-monnier-2004-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine René Monnier
13.5,White,US,"From one of California's greatest Sauvignon Blanc producers comes this very interesting wine from a well-regarded part of the appellation. It's a big wine, packed with concentrated citrus, fig, melon and peppery spice flavors. With fresh acidity, it's right up there with the best.",Purisima Mountain,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2005 Purisima Mountain Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2005-purisima-mountain-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Brander
13.5,White,France,"This shows the more racy, fresh side of Meursault. It's a wine that dances and jumps around the mouth. Light but still full of delicious green fruits. The wood is there, but it's such a delicate touch.",Genevrières Premier Cru,84,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004 Genevrières Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-genevrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
14.5,Red,US,"What a beautiful, balanced, succulent wine. It's mostly Syrah and Mourvèdre, with a dash of Grenache for spicy cherries. As delicious as it is right now, it has a good, medium-range shelf life ahead. With a texture of silk and velvet, it's one of those wines that just feels important in your mouth.",Z Three Red Wine,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2003 Z Three Red Wine Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2003-z-three-red-wine-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Zaca Mesa
14.4,White,US,"A distinctive Chardonnay made in the Farrell style, which leans toward acidic and elegant. But this is not an austere wine, far from it. It has a rich minerality and flavors of lime and pineapple custard, and then an even richer crème brûlée finish. Delicious and complex.",Cresta Ridge Vineyard,38,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Cresta Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-cresta-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Gary Farrell
,Dessert,Austria,"Incredibly sweet and syrupy, this is an intense dessert wine from one of Austria's masters of the genre. Dried apricots dominate, but there are also complex notes of roasted coffee, orange marmalade and dark honey. Long on the finish, with enough acidity to keep it from being cloying. For the quality, the price makes it a relative bargain.",Ruster Ausbruch Essenz,50,92,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2004 Ruster Ausbruch Essenz White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2004-ruster-ausbruch-essenz-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2004,Feiler-Artinger
,White,France,"Still tasting young, and not yet showing all its power, this is still an impressive wine. It is firm and structured, with citrus and mineral flavors dominating the concentrated fruit. The wood shows through via a warm spiciness. This will certainly age for 5 years or more.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,103,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Etienne Sauzet 2004 Les Folatières Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etienne-sauzet-2004-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Etienne Sauzet
14.5,Red,US,"There are tannins here, but they're so soft, polished and sweet that they help the wine glide down, adding a textural dimension to the cherry, blackberry essence, cola, coffee and oaky vanilla flavors. It's an expensive wine, but a really fancy one.",,70,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Duckhorn 2002 Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2002-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,2002,Duckhorn
15.7,Red,US,"Ripe, smooth and delicious, this Cab offers tiers of blackberry jam, plum sauce, chocolate, licorice and oaky spice flavors. It's so soft, so beguiling, and despite the fruity power it's elegantly structured. A wine to savor as it warms in the glass. It wears its high alcohol well.",Broken Rock Vineyard,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 2002 Broken Rock Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-2002-broken-rock-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Bighorn
,White,France,"Chenevottes is situated high up on the Chassagne-Montrachet slope, above the grand cru vineyards. With its fat, ripe butter and coconut milk character, this wine offers an immediately appealing style. But there is a hint of ageability in its layers of serious wood and structure.",Les Chenevottes Premier Cru,49,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2004 Les Chenevottes Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-chenevottes-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
14.5,Red,Argentina,"For the second straight year, Chacayes scores major points among serious Argentine wines competing for the world's attention. This blend of 80% Malbec and 20% Cabernet is deep, dark and seductive. It's all about compact, intense fruit supported by hefty tannins. Very nice and perfectly ripe. Hold a couple of years for best results.",Chacayes,75,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,J. & F. Lurton 2003 Chacayes Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2003-chacayes-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,J. & F. Lurton
12,Sparkling,France,"This is a really good rendition of this extra-tart, austere style of Champagne. Citrus and steel are the prime components—don't look for tropical fruits, toast or buttered nuts in this baby. This is a terroir-driven wine; it tastes like the chalk it's grown in. Can you say oysters and caviar? How about triple crème cheeses, foie gras, etc.? Made for the richest food you care to throw at it.",Ultra Brut,60,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Ultra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-ultra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
14.7,Red,US,"Rich and almost overpowering in ripe fruit, this is a wine that doesn't pull its punches. Masses of jammy blackberry, cassis, cherry, mocha and smoky pie-crust flavors, with significant tannins and a dry finish. Nothing subtle here, just pure, spectacular New World red wine.",,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mi Sueño 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Mi Sueño
8,White,Germany,"Rock hounds will adore this wine, which shows off the dry minerality of the Abstberg. Crushed stone, spice and melon scents are fleshed out and embellished on the palate by honeyed notes of pineapple and dried fruit. Persistent citrus, honey and mineral notes linger elegantly on the finish.",Abstberg Auslese,40,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2005 Abstberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2005-abstberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Maximin Grünhäuser
15.8,Red,US,"Tastes riper than Peachy's other '04 Zins, with alcohol close to 16%, and some Petite Sirah in the blend. The wine is enormous in blackberry jam, cassis and blueberry pie flavors. Fabulous, exotic and just delicious, with gobs of chocolate.",Mustang Springs,30,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2004 Mustang Springs Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2004-mustang-springs-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Peachy Canyon
13.5,White,Austria,"Given the prices for top Austrian Rieslings, this represents a bargain. It's rich and intense, with hints of honey, spice and smoke that twine around a core of powerful mineral flavors. It's capped off by a long, mouthcoating finish.",Spitzer 1000-Eimerberg Smaragd,28,92,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2005 Spitzer 1000-Eimerberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2005-spitzer-1000-eimerberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Gritsch Mauritiushof
15.4,Red,US,"A new wine from veteran Rick Longoria. It combines both cool climate and warmer aspects, showing ripe, forward, almost jammy cherry and cassis fruit as well as the acidity and tannins associated with, say, Santa Rita. It's a compelling wine, complex and delicious.",Alisos Vineyard,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2003 Alisos Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2003-alisos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Longoria
12,Sparkling,France,"This is a classy package, and the wine lives up to it, showing extra dimensions of power and weight. The flavors are layered and unfold gracefully; apple to citrus to pineapple. Then it slides into stone, chalk and fennel, moving finally to a nicely etched, crystalline clarity as it slowly fades across the palate.",Grand Cru Brut,60,92,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Grand Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-grand-cru-brut-champagne-61434/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
14.7,Red,US,"This may be the most expensive Malbec in California, but it's a really good wine that is full-bodied and deeply flavored. Like a great Cabernet, it shows polished black currant, spicy plum and new-oak flavors, with wonderfully rich, sweet tannins and soft acids. So easy to drink, so delicious now, but you might try cellaring it through 2010.",Reserve,60,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2002 Reserve Malbec (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-reserve-malbec-sonoma-county/,Malbec,2002,Chateau St. Jean
15.5,Red,Argentina,"Here's one heck of a black, saturated wine. Cola and tar aromas abound, while the palate is borderline medicinal due to its extreme ripeness. If you like a rich, sun-drenched red with heft and body, this is it. The blend is 80% Malbec and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and it hails from vines with up to 150 years of history behind them. Weighs in at a whopping 15.5%.",Reserva,90,92,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Colomé 2003 Reserva Red (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2003-reserva-red-calchaqui-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Colomé
14,Red,Italy,"This comes from a 1.6-hectare (4-acre) vineyard in Serralunga solely owned by the Doglianis. Floral notes grace the nose, picking up leather and plum flavors. Rich, deep and supple on the palate, this was by far the most impressive of the Batasiolo wines we recently sampled. Aged in barrique.",Vigneto Corda della Briccolina,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Beni di Batasiolo 2001 Vigneto Corda della Briccolina  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2001-vigneto-corda-della-briccolina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Beni di Batasiolo
14.5,Red,US,"The vintage was a very good one for Calera, offering the heat needed for ripeness but the cool nights for acidity. Mills is a ripe, delicious wine with blackberry, cherry, cola, mint and spice flavors resting on a complex, multi-layered palate that finishes firm and dry. Supple now, it should drink well for ten years.",Mills Vineyard,43,92,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2002 Mills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2002-mills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2002,Calera
,Red,Argentina,"While all of Trapiche's single-vineyard Malbecs are excellent, this is the rock star of the group. From 50-year-old vines, Coletto offers prune, fruitcake and cedary aromas in front of a jammy but structured palate. Smooth as silk with hints of Port. A lovely, lush wine that should age well through 2012.",Viña Victorio Coletto,50,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Viña Victorio Coletto Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-vina-victorio-coletto-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Trapiche
,White,France,"You can almost taste the stones that give this vineyard its name. This is a mineral, firm, tight wine that demands time to develop. The fruit is there, with flavors of white currants, but wait for this wine—at least four years.",Les Caillerets Premier Cru,72,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Lamy-Pillot 2004 Les Caillerets Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lamy-pillot-2004-caillerets-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Lamy-Pillot
,White,France,"An intense, well-balanced wine with deliciously ripe yet lively green-fruit flavors. The wood is integrated, providing a cushioning richness to what is already a delicious wine. Girardin owns 3.7 acres in Les Folatières.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,83,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Vincent Girardin 2004 Les Folatières Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-girardin-2004-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Vincent Girardin
,White,France,"Full-bodied, big-hearted, ripe and joyful, this is a welcoming, enticing wine. Flavors of green plums, nutmeg and fresh citrus are part of the pleasure. But so are the open, generous, almost opulent flavors.",Champ Gain Premier Cru,89,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Etienne Sauzet 2004 Champ Gain Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etienne-sauzet-2004-champ-gain-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Etienne Sauzet
14,Red,US,"This is the palest and lightest of Calera's ‘02 Pinots, but paradoxically it's enormously concentrated in flavor and possible the most ageworthy. It explodes with cherry cola, cherry pie filling, raspberry, blueberry, cocoa-dusted latte and cinnamon-nutmeg spice. But it has the depth and balance for the long haul. Best now through 2012.",Selleck Vineyard,58,93,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2002 Selleck Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2002-selleck-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2002,Calera
,White,France,"Full, but structured, this is a wine that shows a serious side to Meursault. It layers fine stone-fruit flavors with crisp apple skins and some fresh toast and butter. It should improve over 5 years.",Perrières Premier Cru,68,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Perrières Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
14.5,Red,US,"This is Stephen Ross's best Bien Nacido Pinot in recent years, showing a great marriage of power and refinement. The wine shows primary fruit, dusty spices and acids. It's a little dry and angular, but will reward some cellaring. So complex, yet you can drink it now, but decant first.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,35,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Stephen Ross 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Stephen Ross
14.6,Red,US,"There can't be too many 2001 Merlots waiting to be released, and St. Jean must have waited to let the tannins soften. They have. Still a bit hard, the wine drinks beautifully now, with lush cherry, cocoa, spice and lavender flavors. The oak is 100% new French, and it works. Drink with the best steak you can find.",Reserve,90,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2001 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2001-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2001,Chateau St. Jean
,White,France,"The complexities of Burgundy! This is the vineyard next to the more familiar Les Charmes, just up the slope—hence dessus, meaning above. This vineyard gives a mineral character, hinting at Chablis, but with some Meursault richness as well. Hold this wine, with its delicious vanilla flavors, and it will be ready in a year.",Les Charmes-Dessus Premier Cru,69,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Vincent Girardin 2004 Les Charmes-Dessus Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-girardin-2004-charmes-dessus-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Vincent Girardin
12,Sparkling,France,"A grand bottle of pink Champagne, round and luscious. The flavors come on like a cherry cordial, with exceptional Pinot Noir character and finesse. It is a seductive, elegant and textured wine that shows a level of detail and length that only the finest examples achieve. Subtle but very rewarding.",Blason Brut Rosé,76,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët NV Blason Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-nv-blason-brut-rose-champagne-61486/,Champagne Blend,,Perrier Jouët
15.8,Red,US,"A gorgeous wine, soft as old kid leather, with impressively ripe blackberry pie, chocolate, anise and coffee flavors. Although it's high in alcohol, the wine isn't hot.  Defines West Paso Rhône reds. 85% Syrah, plus Grenache and Mourvèdre.",James Berry Vineyard Bone Rock,65,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Saxum 2004 James Berry Vineyard Bone Rock Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxum-2004-james-berry-vineyard-bone-rock-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Saxum
14.2,Red,US,"Ripe, rich and classic, this Cab strikes you with the flashy opulence of its cassis and new-oak flavors and balance of acids and tannins. It's so rich, and delicious, with a chocolate fudge finish that lasts and lasts. Just beautiful now, and should age for ten years.",Beckstoffer Vineyard Georges III,48,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Zahtila 2003 Beckstoffer Vineyard Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2003-beckstoffer-vineyard-georges-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Zahtila
12,Sparkling,France,"Impressively fine bubbles cascade up from the bottom of the glass, suggesting richness and elegance. There's a lush creaminess in the mouth, packed with flavors of candied orange, apricot and pineapple. The wine scores a flavor bulls eye in every possible way, from the textured, enticing bouquet to the rich, mouth-filling fruit and on through the lingering, precise and powerful finish.",Blue Top Premier Cru,39,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Blue Top Premier Cru  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-blue-top-premier-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,White,France,"The pinnacle of the white wines from Roux Père et Fils, this is  properly opulent, gorgeously rich, spicy and full of quince and lychee flavors, along with a discrete layer of new wood. Its complexity pays due respect to the quality of the vineyard. Keep for many years.",,109,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Roux Père et Fils 2004  Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2004-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Roux Père et Fils
,White,France,"This is the smallest of the grand crus of Puligny-Montrachet, a mere 8.6 acres. This wine shows the vineyard's typical elegance, with delicious flavors of pears,  almonds and vanilla, hovering on the palate for minutes, leaving a dancing freshness.",,250,94,Burgundy,Bienvenues Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2004  Bienvenues Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-chardonnay-bienvenues-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
12,Sparkling,France,"A big boy with almost fleshy fruit. The flavors push into exotic, tropical richness yet retain spicy citrus-rind highlights. There is nothing clumsy, despite the ripeness; the finish seems to extend almost infinitely and keeps zinging you with surprises—marshmallow, marzipan, cookie dough, etc. An added bonus: the back label clearly indicates when it was bottled and cellared (2001).",Réserve Brut,36,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck NV Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Heidsieck
13,White,France,"Relatively closed up at this stage, not giving much, this wine is all about freshness, poised but rich fruit and a structure that suggests long-term development. The wood is quite prominent, overshadowing what will be delicious yellow-fruit flavors. Come back to this wine in five years—it will be magnificent.",Genevrières Premier Cru,102,94,Burgundy,Meursault,,Morey-Blanc 2004 Genevrières Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2004-genevrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Morey-Blanc
,White,France,"While the wood aromas dominate, on the palate, there is a much richer, rounder character. This wine, with its huge fruit, white peach flavors, layers of wood and citrus, is just waiting to burst out of its youth. Delicious ripeness and acidity lend balance, while the oak needs some time to calm down and mature.",,198,94,Burgundy,Bienvenues Bâtard-Montrachet,,Domaine Vincent Girardin 2004  Bienvenues Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-girardin-2004-chardonnay-bienvenues-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Vincent Girardin
14.9,White,US,"Another great RSR. A bit soft, but that's okay, as the pineapple custard, white peach and vanilla-oak flavors are perked up by bright citron and Meyer lemon. The finish is pure honey, rich and long and spicy. Such a complex wine.",Red Shoulder Ranch,43,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 2004 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2004-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Shafer
14.4,White,US,"What a complex and interesting blend of Roussanne and Viognier. Opens with a honeyed, marzipan and almond cookie bouquet, but turns surprisingly dry and acidically crisp in the mouth, with Meyer lemon, vanilla, gingerbread and Asian spice flavors. Really impressive for its power, depth and length.",Contrarian,36,94,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Linne Calodo 2005 Contrarian White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linne-calodo-2005-contrarian-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Linne Calodo
13.5,White,France,"An intense, complex wine that flows unctuously with rich white fruits, spice, vanilla, some toast and a great depth of flavor. At this stage, the toast is quite dominant, but the rich fruit is on its way up. Like many great white Burgundies, this wine needs to be opened well in advance of drinking.",Champ Gain Premier Cru,61,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Jadot 2004 Champ Gain Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-champ-gain-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Jadot
11,Dessert,Austria,"Wenzel's top cuvée is frighteningly expensive, but there's no denying the quality. Intensely botrytized aromas of dried apricots billow from the glass, accented by hints of toast, vanilla and coconut from aging in new oak barrels. Round and mouthfilling, it is very sweet, but with just enough acid to provide a semblance of balance. Dried apricot flavors dominate, but there's also superripe apple and melon flavors, while hints of spice and citrus emerge on the long finish. A worthy successor to the 2001.",Saz Ruster Ausbruch,120,94,Burgenland,,,Wenzel 2002 Saz Ruster Ausbruch White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wenzel-2002-saz-ruster-ausbruch-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2002,Wenzel
14.5,Red,US,"Terrific Syrah. It has plenty of blackberry, cherry and cocoa flavors, and lots of smoky new oak. Richly sweet in tannins, with good acidity. But that's just the beginning. The wine, from Carneros, also has enormously complex nuances that teasingly reveal themselves sip by sip.",,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,John Anthony 2003 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,John Anthony
8,White,Germany,"This estate has been turning out better and better wines nearly every year, and this may be its best yet. A fabulous bouquet of honeyed slate, green apples and limes is followed by flavors that are sweet yet balanced, with great freshness and racy acidity. Finishes long and mouthwatering. Not only about power, there's also elegance to spare.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Auslese,40,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2005 Trittenheimer Apotheke Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2005-trittenheimer-apotheke-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Grans-Fassian
,White,France,"The most well known of Puligny's premier cru vineyards, Les Combettes is at the very heart of the slope. This central position shows in this dense and concentrated wine that's big, powerful and marked by fresh fruit-salad flavors of green figs, green apple and spice. The whole is borne up by a fine, solid structure of wood and tannins.",Les Combettes Premier Cru,119,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Etienne Sauzet 2004 Les Combettes Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etienne-sauzet-2004-combettes-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Etienne Sauzet
13.5,White,France,"The richness of this wine envelops you from the start. It is all about opulence, but it's balanced with layers of ripe fruit and wood. At this stage in its long life, this wine from a fine white wine vintage is still dominated by fruit. The secondary flavors will start to show in 3–4 years time. A powerful wine that does not lose sight of a potential partnership with food.",,320,95,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004  Chevalier-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
14.2,White,US,"Acidity and minerals are the hallmarks of this exciting Chardonnay. Of course, you'll find the ripe tropical fruit and new oak and lees of other Chardonnays, but it's really that tanginess that attracts. Currently the wine shows primary flavors of mangoes and papayas, but it would not surprise me if it ages well beyond five years.",Double L Vineyard Hat Trick,65,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2004 Double L Vineyard Hat Trick Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-double-l-vineyard-hat-trick-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Morgan
14.5,White,US,"This year's Rosemary's is dry, crisp in citrusy acids, and wonderfully complex. It shows fresh, sweet pineapple fruit and spicy overtones of cinnamon and nutmeg along with layers of minerals and dried herbs. Easily takes its place in the front ranks of California Chardonnay.",Rosemary's Vineyard,45,95,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2004 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2004-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Talley
,White,France,"A wine of promise, but still in its infancy. This grand cru, structured and still waiting to open to its full opulence, is packed with concentrated flavors. It's a powerhouse that needs at least five years to even begin to show its structure, ripe fruit and richness.",,228,95,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Etienne Sauzet 2004  Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etienne-sauzet-2004-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Etienne Sauzet
,White,France,"It's not so much the fruit but the richness and concentration that mark this wine. Yet it's not superripe because of the hot 2003 vintage. This wine, with its origins in biodynamically grown grapes, preserves a great purity of fruit as it layers intense almond and citrus flavors over vanilla and yellow fruit tastes. It should age well.",Clavoillon Premier Cru,113,95,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2003 Clavoillon Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2003-clavoillon-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Leflaive
14.4,Red,US,"This top-of-the-line Cab surely must be one of the last 2001s to be released. It's an exquisite wine. New oak dominates, with caramelized vanilla and char. But it's appropriate given the size of the fruit. The black currant, Hoison sauce, crème de cassis, milk chocolate and licorice flavors are completely satisfying. Best now and for the next ten years.",Reserve,90,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Chateau St. Jean
,White,France,"A crisp, steely, minerally wine that's packed with fruit that is poised to come out over the next few years. It is firm, taut and on a tight rein at this stage. Oak gives a spicy element. Keep for at least three years.",Les Champs Canet Premier Cru,95,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Louis Carillon 2004 Les Champs Canet Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-louis-carillon-2004-champs-canet-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Louis Carillon
,White,France,"This is the one grand cru that is entirely in Chassagne-Montrachet. It's a tiny patch of land (4.13 acres) making wines that are more delicate than the others. With its fine, fresh flavors so light to the taste, this is a wine that floats on the palate with a smooth, silky texture. Wood and white peaches contribute but do not dominate.",,250,95,Burgundy,Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2004  Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-chardonnay-criots-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
13,White,France,"The reputation of Les Combettes for charm is borne out by this deliciously ripe wine. It has layers of fresh fruit flavors, a touch of spice from the wood, and a long aftertaste. And, for the future, the acidity and the underlying structure promise at least 5 years of evolution.",Les Combettes Premier Cru,110,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2004 Les Combettes Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2004-combettes-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Jacques Prieur
,White,France,"A structured wine that is going to need 4 or 5 years to really open up. Already there is power and intense green-fruit flavors, but at the moment new-wood flavors are dominant. Don't drink now.",Charmes Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2004 Charmes Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2004-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine des Comtes Lafon
13,White,France,"This delicious, crisp wine reveals the more delicate side of Chardonnay. Coming from one of the high vineyards in La Grande Montagne of Chassagne, it has pure, elegant freshness, supplemented by a touch of vanilla.",La Romanée Premier Cru,85,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Vincent Dancer 2004 La Romanée Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-dancer-2004-romanee-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Vincent Dancer
14.5,Red,US,"This was a very good vintage for Goldeneye, the best since '01. The fruit got ripe, offering up a big mouthful of jammy cherry and raspberry flavors accented with sweet oak. The tannin-acid balance is just great. It's delicious, yet has all kinds of complex edges and nuances.",,52,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2003 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2003-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Goldeneye
13.5,White,Austria,"This is a massive, brooding Riesling that seems to demand time in the cellar. Sweet corn, smoke and peach kernel notes mark the bouquet, while the powerful mineral flavors are accented by apple and peach. Broad and palate-coating in texture, with a long, oily finish, this is undeniably impressive.",Loibner Vision Smaragd,30,93,Wachau,,,Högl 2005 Loibner Vision Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogl-2005-loibner-vision-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Högl
13,White,France,"It's not a bad name for this vineyard—Charmes. This wine, which expresses the nature of the vineyard, is certainly approachable, friendly almost. But there's also a steel fist there that demands time. And if you can't wait, it's a great wine to drink now.",Charmes Premier Cru,92,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Morey-Blanc 2004 Charmes Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2004-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Morey-Blanc
,White,France,"Made from 60-year-old vines, evidenced by its concentration and serious ageability. It is structured, firm and relatively dry at this young stage. It's a wine that needs at least 5 years. Today, if you do open a bottle, watch for the mineral, stony character that pushes the fruit and demands attention.",Grandes Ruchottes Premier Cru,85,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils 2004 Grandes Ruchottes Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bernard-moreau-fils-2004-grandes-ruchottes-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils
13,White,France,"Blending grapes from two vineyards—Les Case-Têtes (broken heads, so called from the steepness of the slope) and Les Murgers de Monthelie—Patrick Javillier has created a big, bold, ripe wine that keeps a mineral, crisp center. The toast from 11 months in wood is beginning to calm down, and this will age magnificently.",Cuvée Tête de Murger,78,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Patrick Javillier 2004 Cuvée Tête de Murger  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-patrick-javillier-2004-cuvee-tete-murger-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Patrick Javillier
12,Sparkling,France,"A cuvée of 100% grands crus vineyards. Massive, effusive bubbles explode in the glass, and the nose rises up with rich toast and brioche. Far more weight and concentration than the excellent “La Francaise.”  Prélude wows you with fresh pastry, marzipan and lemon meringue set against grapefruity acids. Young, luscious and built to last.",Prélude Grands Crus Brut,70,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV Prélude Grands Crus Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-prelude-grands-crus-brut-champagne-62446/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
12,Sparkling,France,"This is what you expect a prestige Champagne to look, smell and taste like. Poised and stylish, it layers sharp citrus fruit with spicy wood and light toast. Layers of citrus, tangerine and flower blossoms unfold elegantly; lime and grapefruit accents add interest, and above all it comports itself with impeccable balance, precision and grace.",Grand Brut,49,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët NV Grand Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-nv-grand-brut-champagne-61432/,Champagne Blend,,Perrier Jouët
16.1,Red,US,"This wine, from the Parker vineyard in Santa Ynez Valley, shows the voluptuous mouthfeel that's made Syrah so popular. The flavors are of the ripest blackberries cooked into a tart, and then sprinkled with butter, vanilla, cocoa and cinnamon. How good is that? A pointed reminder that high alcohol does not necessarily equal heat.",The Big Easy,35,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2003 The Big Easy Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2003-big-easy-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Fess Parker
13.5,White,France,"A ripe, open, generous wine, the opulent side of white Burgundy. This wine revels in its fruit, full flavors and touch of wood. This wine opens well and is ready to drink now, but should age over 4–5 years.",Les Chaumées Premier Cru,,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Bruno Colin 2004 Les Chaumées Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-colin-2004-chaumees-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bruno Colin
10,White,Germany,"Seems a bit simple at first, mounding up fruity scents of apple, pineapple and pear. But give it some time to develop and it adds complex mineral and spice nuances. The wine is fairly rich and full-bodied, but the sweetness is balanced by crisp acids. Long in the finish and packed with dry mineral notes.",Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Auslese,35,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-brauneberger-juffer-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
,Red,US,"Maresh (pronounced ‘marsh') is one of the half dozen oldest Pinot vineyards in Oregon, with some blocks dating to 1970. This wine shows a very feminine side of the grape, floral and elegant, with a soft and lovely nose that floats raspberry, cream and light perfume scents up from the glass. It concentrates its flavors on the back palate, where things linger nicely with resonant berry and spice.",Maresh Vineyard,49,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2004 Maresh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2004-maresh-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rex Hill
,White,US,"What an aroma. So Côte-Rôtie, so powerful and rich, yet so refined. Masses of white pepper, cassis, freshly ground French roast, cocoa, gingersnap cookie, char, vanilla, cinnamon—and that's just the smell! In the mouth, there's all that and more. Dry, massive, deep and long. A triumph. 2008–2020.",Hayne Vineyard,80,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Turley 2003 Hayne Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turley-2003-hayne-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Turley
,White,France,"Like many wines from Lafon, this is initially deceptive. It bursts open in the mouth, like a fruit bomb. But watch for the structure as well, because this is a wine that will age. Keep for at least 5 years.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,156,94,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine des Comtes Lafon 2004 Les Perrières Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comtes-lafon-2004-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine des Comtes Lafon
13,White,France,"Relatively tight and closed up at this stage, this wine is all about freshness, poised but rich fruit and a structure that suggests long-term development. The wood is quite prominent, overshadowing what will be delicious yellow-fruit flavors. Come back to this wine in 5 years time—it will be magnificent.",Les Perrières Premier Cru,110,94,Burgundy,Meursault,,Pierre Morey 2004 Les Perrières Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2004-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Pierre Morey
,White,France,"Bâtard-Montrachet is the largest of the white grand crus, yielding archetypal fat, open, generous white Burgundies. Louis Jadot's wine does not disappoint. It's a powerfully ripe, opulent wine that's generous and packed with delicious fruit balanced with a judicious touch of wood.",,203,94,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Jadot 2004  Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Jadot
13.5,White,France,This wine shows crisp citric fruit allied to layers of spicy wood. Then it opens with some ripe white fruits and thirst-quenching acidity. It should age well over 3–4 years. The Abbaye de Morgeot vineyard is in the southern part of the appellation.,Abbaye de Morgeot Premier Cru,60,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Vincent Girardin 2004 Abbaye de Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-girardin-2004-abbaye-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Vincent Girardin
,White,US,"Here is Auxerrois at its very best, fragrant with orange, quince and honey, and lively with lemon-lime and pink grapefruit on the palate. The final impression—of stone and spice—leaves you craving that next sip.",Auxerrois,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2005 Auxerrois White (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2005-auxerrois-white-willamette-valley/,White Blend,2005,Adelsheim
,Red,US,"Very ripe and forward in lush cherry and cocoa flavors,  with a soft, velvety texture. The tannins are rich and smooth.",The 46 Grenache and Syrah,40,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Terry Hoage 2004 The 46 Grenache and Syrah Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terry-hoage-2004-46-grenache-syrah-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Terry Hoage
12,Sparkling,France,"Disgorged in May 2005, this is still not quite knit together, but the components are flavorful and appealing. There is plenty of ripe fruit hovering between citrus and tropical. And there is toast and perhaps a hint of butter, which softens the back end and lengthens the finish. But it doesn't completely hang together; it lurches a bit, like a car needing transmission work.",Première Cuvée Brut,43,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard NV Première Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-nv-premiere-cuvee-brut-champagne-62235/,Champagne Blend,,Bruno Paillard
14,White,Argentina,"Fans of ripe, round Chardonnays should look no further than this. The apple, pear and melon flavors are nice and sweet, with hints of butter and toast backing them up. Good on the palate, with body and texture. An easy drinker.",Maipo Vineyards,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2005 Maipo Vineyards Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2005-maipo-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Pascual Toso
13.5,White,France,"Full and fat, this wine has pleasant white-fruit flavors. It is fresh, but rather unfocused, with toast coming through the fruit to dominate the aftertaste.",Le Porusot Premier Cru,63,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2004 Le Porusot Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2004-le-porusot-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
13.5,Rose,US,"A fine, copper- colored blush with intricate flavors of raspberries, rosehip tea, peach and cinnamon spice. Goes beyond simple rosé-ness to achieve complexity.",Vin Gris Dry Rose Wine,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Scherrer 2005 Vin Gris Dry Rose Wine Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2005-vin-gris-dry-rose-wine-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2005,Scherrer
12.9,White,US,"Pretty much as good as Napa Sauvignon gets. This is a dry, elegant wine with polished fruit and the streamlined, zesty cleansing quality you want from this variety. The wine is delicate and steely, with figgy, lemon-drop flavors and a spicy finish.",,16,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Frog's Leap
14.9,Red,US,"Good Pinot, fairly full-bodied, and deep and long in red stone-fruit flavors and dusty spices. But it's also fairly tannic, and a bit sharp in the finish. Drink now.",Cuyama River,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Taz 2004 Cuyama River Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2004-cuyama-river-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Taz
,Red,US,"Polished and supple, with well-ripened cherry, pomegranate, chocolate, herb and spicy oak flavors wrapped in a soft, mouth-filling texture. Here's a wine to drink tonight.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2003 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2003-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2003,Firestone
14.5,White,US,"Just what the doctor ordered for warm nights and fusion fare. Dry, crisp and wonderfully flavorful, with oodles of tropical fruit, wildflower and, most of all, oriental herbs and spice flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and lemongrass. Just a really nice California Gewurz.",Estate,14,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 2005 Estate Gewürztraminer (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2005-estate-gewurztraminer-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Mill Creek
,Red,US,"A tannic, slightly roasted style, with peppery tannins overtaking the tart berry-flavored fruit. Stiff, hard and dark, it's all about acid and tannin at this point in time, so give it a good decanting.",,29,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2004 Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,2004,Brandborg
,White,US,"Quite tart and citrusy, this is a pleasant wine that offers clean and refreshing flavors of melon, grapefruit and gin. It's not an insubstantial wine, but it does not have the fleshy fruit that Willamette Valley Gris usually shows; this is a leaner style that's well suited to shellfish.",,17,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2004 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Brandborg
12.5,White,US,"The aim here is an unoaked, brisk white wine, and that's exactly what this is. Don't look for nuance. It's an easy sipper that's citrusy and spicy, the kind of wine to toss back with cioppino, broiled halibut or just a simple salad.",,19,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2005 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Longoria
15.5,Red,US,"This is a good, country-style Zin: clean, dry and balanced. It has flavors of blackberries, root beer and pepper, while the mouthfeel is silkily tannic. It's a wine to drink with food and not fuss over.",Zin Man,14,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Perry Creek 2004 Zin Man Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2004-zin-man-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2004,Perry Creek
13.9,Red,Argentina,"The price on this perennial bargain brand from Valentin Bianchi has crept up in recent years, and thus its value potential has stalled somewhat. But it's still a fruity number that once it opens and settles delivers jammy aromas and solid red-berry flavors. We like that it's neither candied nor weedy. 60,000 cases proves that good wine can be made in quantity.",Elsa,9,85,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2005 Elsa Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2005-elsa-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2005,Valentín Bianchi
14.3,Red,US,"My first impression was how sweet and soft this wine is. But it's not really sweet, just ripe in jammy fruit and young, caramelly oak. It's also pretty tannic. Keenan's regular '02 is actually more rewarding, and I don't think this rather ungainly Reserve will surpass it.",Reserve,89,85,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Keenan
12,White,Austria,"Sabathi's entry-level Sauvignon Blanc is a fresh, grapefruity rendition, with hints of gooseberry and a touch of smoky, fumé-style character. Lacks a bit of richness in the midpalate, but finishes with good verve.",Klassic,16,85,Styria,,,Erwin Sabathi 2005 Klassic Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erwin-sabathi-2005-klassic-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Erwin Sabathi
13,White,US,"This is easy, zesty and dry, with high acidity framing mouth-puckering grapefruit, pear and flowery flavors that finish spicy and clean.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Mosby 2005 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Mosby
13.5,White,US,"Crisp in acidity, this ultraclean wine shows upfront Meyer lemon and pineapple sorbet, fig and melon flavors. Oak, some of it new, adds subtle nuances of vanilla and cream. Would score higher except for a bit too much cat pee, an aroma increasingly disagreeable to me.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Morgan
14.8,Red,US,"Easy and polished; a silky, delicately structured wine with ripe cherry and spice flavors that are offset by just-right acids and tannins. Likable for its instant appeal and the way the cherry flavors last on the finish.",Cuvée Selena,18,85,California,California Other,California,Marr 2002 Cuvée Selena Grenache (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marr-2002-cuvee-selena-grenache-other/,Grenache,2002,Marr
14.5,Rose,US,"Simple and tasty A delicately structured wine with good acidity and a silky texture. The raspberry, strawberry and spicy vanilla flavors finish very fruity.",Syrah Rosé,17,85,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Fleming Jenkins 2005 Syrah Rosé Syrah (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2005-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Syrah,2005,Fleming Jenkins
13.9,White,US,"Shows richness in the ripe peach, pear and apple flavors, although the wine, from Yountville and Oak Knoll, is a little soft and earthy compared to cool-climate Chards. Dry and clean.",,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Bell
,White,US,"A strong scent of quinine permeates this young Riesling—the tasting notes tell us that “the Elkton terrior [sic] of diesel is already beginning to show through”—one can almost hear it yapping! It's a tight, slightly bitter, spicy and sharp wine, with fruit nuances of green apple and lime.",,19,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2005 Riesling (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2005-riesling-southern-umpqua-valley/,Riesling,2005,Brandborg
13.5,White,France,"A light, easy wine with some fresh green fruits. It is ready to drink. A soft, friendly wine.",Morgeot Premier Cru,63,85,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2004 Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2004-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
12.5,White,Argentina,"Aromas of melon and baby powder are light but attractive, while the peach and citrus flavors are wet, zesty and fresh. Finishes with dried-fruit flavors and a sprinkle of minerality. Commendable for its simplicity.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Lurton 2005 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2005-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2005,Bodega Lurton
15.4,Red,US,"Lush tannins, ripe cassis, plum and espresso flavors, and nicely dry. The problem is a prickly heat throughout. Even for someone who isn't particularly bothered by high alcohol, it's hard to get past.",Williamson-Dore Vineyard,40,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2004 Williamson-Dore Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2004-williamson-dore-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2004,Foxen
13.5,White,US,"Gets the job done with gooseberry, grapefruit and fig flavors and mouth-cleansing acidity. Basically dry, but there's a honeyed, fruity finish.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Field Stone 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Field Stone
13,Red,US,"Wood plays a leading role in this wine, offering brown spice and pickle barrel aromas as well as vanilla, tobacco and spice flavors. In between there are aromas of glove leather and flavors of sweet red fruit that pick up intensity toward the finish. Medium-bodied, with solid tannins, the wine nevertheless comes across as bulky and without the acidity many Long Island wines have.",Grand Vintage,36,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 2002 Grand Vintage Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-2002-grand-vintage-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Paumanok
13.8,Red,US,"Ripe and juicy, with intense blackberry jam and mocha flavors, this smoothly textured wine has rich tannins, perhaps from a majority of Dry Creek Valley grapes. With some sweetness on the finish, it's ready to drink now.",Kreck Family Vineyards,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mill Creek 2002 Kreck Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2002-kreck-family-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Mill Creek
13.2,White,US,"Kind of like Pinot Grigio, in that it's a delicate, unoaked (although leesy) wine with citrusy, figgy flavors and bright, citrusy acidity leading to a slightly sweet finish. It's food-versatile and user-friendly.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,16,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Twisted Oak 2005 Silvaspoons Vineyard Verdelho (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2005-silvaspoons-vineyard-spanish-white-verdelho-central-valley-lodi/,Verdelho,2005,Twisted Oak
,White,France,"Aromas of nuts and honey, with smooth, soft flavors. This wine has ripeness along with crisp acidity. It is pure in fruit, without a hint of wood.",Les Murelles,12,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Roux Père et Fils 2005 Les Murelles  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2005-murelles-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2005,Roux Père et Fils
13.1,Rose,Argentina,"Light strawberry aromas lead the way, with a touch of almond candy as background. The palate is fruity but nondescript, with tangy acidity and good mouthfeel. This is a perfectly competent rosé, especially for Argentina, which isn't really known for the style.",Volta,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terza 2005 Volta Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terza-2005-volta-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2005,Terza
,Rose,US,"A lovely rosé, a bit on the sweet side, with luscious cherry and raspberry tea, cola and vanilla flavors, and crisp acidity for balance. Almost as full-bodied as a Pinot Noir, the wine is made from Tempranillo grapes.",Matador,12,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Martin & Weyrich 2005 Matador Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2005-matador-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2005,Martin & Weyrich
13.5,White,US,"Rich in apricot, peach and pineapple flavors that finish a little sweet and oaky. This is the kind of inexpensive Chardonnay that California so effortlessly produces, all to the benefit of consumers.",,10,85,California,Central Valley,River Junction,McManis 2005 Chardonnay (River Junction),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2005-chardonnay-central-valley-river-junction/,Chardonnay,2005,McManis
13.5,White,US,"The grapes come from Paso Robles, which got them nice and ripe, and areas of Monterey and Santa Maria Valley, which preserved vital acidity. The result is a really nice wine brimming with juicy citrus and fig flavors. Refreshing acidity is the offset.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2005 Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Sterling
13.5,White,US,"Clean, minerally and streamlined, with citrus zest, lees, oak flavors and a very dry finish. This will go well with shellfish. It's made in Mondavi's restrained, elegant style.",,20,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Robert Mondavi
13,Red,US,"With all the Merlot grown on Long Island, it's a shame there aren't more wines like this. Moderately priced, and well worth it, this wine delivers good dark-fruit flavors (blueberry, ripe cherry) and pencil shaving, a nice mouthfeel, and the bouquet of a wine twice the price. There is a touch of barnyard to the nose and palate, but not enough to overpower. A nice job from one of the older vineyards on the East End (1981).",East End Series,16,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport NV East End Series Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-nv-east-end-series-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,,Jamesport
13.4,Red,US,"Take a wine with Pinot Noir's delicate, silky texture and cross it with Zinfandel's robust, rustic quality, and you get this Temp. It's dry and easy in the mouth, with cherry and Kahlua flavors and lots of anise and nutmeg.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,19,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2003 Silvaspoons Vineyard Tempranillo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2003-silvaspoons-vineyard-tempranillo-central-valley-lodi/,Tempranillo,2003,Fenestra
12,Red,US,"Nearly purple in the glass, this wine has aromas of cherry and cranberry with touches of olive and leather. Lighter-bodied than many Bordeaux blends, with acidity putting it on the tart side, it is nevertheless enjoyable and a good match for chicken dishes and Italian fare. Tart cherry and darker berry flavors come with spice and leather. A good showing from a more difficult vintage, this winery's second.",Tre,25,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Diliberto 2002 Tre Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diliberto-2002-tre-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Diliberto
14.1,White,US,"Clean, dry and tart in acids, this is a minerally Chard with citrus and kiwi flavors. It has some oak that adds richness, but it's not really a rich wine. It's more of a streamlined, sleek sipper.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Belvedere 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Belvedere
14.2,Red,US,"Here's a Merlot that's a little everyday, a little fancy. It has a velvety texture and currant, plum and oaky flavors. The downside is astringent tannins—the puckery kind that make the tongue stick to the roof of the mouth.",Healdsburg Ranches,19,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Belvedere 2002 Healdsburg Ranches Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2002-healdsburg-ranches-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Belvedere
19.1,Dessert,US,"Put enough sugar in anything and it tastes pretty good! So it is with this simple, fruity Port-style Zin. It's ripe in blackberry, chocolate and coffee flavors; overall it's very sweet.",Zinfandel Port,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2003 Zinfandel Port Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2003-zinfandel-port-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Sobon Estate
15,Red,US,"From an old-field blended vineyard with all sorts of varieties, the wine has a real sense of style and place. It's not modernly elegant, but it is a true representative of old-time Sonoma red wine. It's like drinking history.",Casa Santinamaria Vineyards,32,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Saxon Brown 2002 Casa Santinamaria Vineyards Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxon-brown-2002-casa-santinamaria-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Saxon Brown
14.1,White,US,"Sure packs a lot of flavor, with everything from lemon-drop candy and pineapple sorbet to butterscotch and creamy vanilla milkshake. There's probably some residual sugar in there, but not too much, and the acidity helps along the balance.",,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2005 Viognier (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2005-viognier-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Viognier,2005,Twisted Oak
13.3,Red,US,"Notes of barnyard and green bean grace red-fruit aromas, while the palate follows with cherry, green bean, spice flavors and a hint of char. The mouthfeel is a bit leathery, but overall this is a balanced, medium-bodied wine with good acidity and a cherry finish.",,24,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2002 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2002-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Sherwood House Vineyards
13.5,Rose,US,"Dry and crisp, with raspberry, strawberry and vanilla flavors in front of a spicy finish. Picks up interest as it goes along, and makes you think how versatile it might be with a wide range of food.",Rosato de,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2005 Rosato de Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2005-rosato-de-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2005,Mosby
14.4,Red,US,"Here's a wine with briary, wild-berry flavors and substantial, somewhat astringent tannins. But the flavors are rich, like very ripe blackberries, raspberries and logan berries picked on a hot summer day. Very nice, especially with a good steak.",,22,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2003 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2003,Naggiar
14.2,Red,Argentina,"Freixenet, the big cava producer from Catalonia, Spain, has entered Argentina via this cutely named winery. The wine, however, is pretty much your standard-fare Malbec. The nose and palate are fruity and bold, while the finish offers spice and coffee. Good but not up to the price.",,30,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,[ñ] 2003 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/n-2003-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2003,[ñ]
14.5,Red,US,"The grapes came from 2,500 feet up on Mount Lassen, and there is indeed power and intensity to the blackberry and coffee flavors as well as a spicy, peppery finish. The wine is pretty tannic and should develop well over the next ten years.",,27,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Tehema Foothills,Marr 2002 Petite Sirah (Tehema Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marr-2002-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-tehema/,Petite Sirah,2002,Marr
12,White,Germany,"Perfumed and floral on the nose, but there's also a fair degree of crushed stone buffered by hints of green apple and citrus. Flavors are strongly floral and mineral, then finish stony and dry.",Dürkheimer Abtsfronhof Kabinett Trocken,16,86,Pfalz,,,Fitz-Ritter 2005 Dürkheimer Abtsfronhof Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitz-ritter-2005-durkheimer-abtsfronhof-kabinett-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2005,Fitz-Ritter
13,Red,US,"A finely crafted wine, but one that has some unripe elements. Sweet and supple in the mouth, this gets an A-plus for mouthfeel. But rhubarb and unripe red-fruit aromas and flavors mar the healthy chocolate, spice, vanilla, tobacco and blueberry. Finishes with plenty of oak flavor.",Reserve,30,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 2002 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-2002-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Bedell
12.5,Red,US,"Lieb's regular Merlot is a solid effort, showing Long Island flavors in a nicely structured wine. Cranberry, sour cherry and spice have a smooth, chocolaty feel from the nose to the palate, while the tannins suggest aging potential. A good wine from a solid producer. Drink over the next five years.",,24,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 2002 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-2002-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Lieb
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Nicely put together, with a solid blend of spice, leather and smoked meat vying with juicy berry aromas. The palate is tangy and fresh, with flashy cherry flavors. Finishes strong, with coffee and chocolate. A good wine for the money; recommended for everyday Shiraz.",,9,86,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2005 Shiraz (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-san-juan/,Shiraz,2005,Finca Las Moras
12,Sparkling,France,"Light and coppery, this easy-sipping rosé offers clean, simple flavors of cherry and berry candy. The fine bubbles give the mouthfeel a welcome elegance. The fruit flavors are also pretty, but diffuse. It falls off quickly on the finish, leaving just the slightest impression of brine.",1834 Brut Rosé,40,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Lafitte NV 1834 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-lafitte-nv-1834-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1834,Charles Lafitte
14,Red,Argentina,"The nose displays some tree bark and sawmill, but underneath there's savory spice alongside black fruit. The palate is ripe and deep, with berry essence and clove. Dark chocolate carries the finish, which is firmly tannic but not overly hard.",Amadores,21,86,Other,Argentina,,Palo Alto 2004 Amadores Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palo-alto-2004-amadores-malbec-other/,Malbec,2004,Palo Alto
14.9,Red,US,"Very much in the same vein as the '02, this is a wine intense and concentrated with blackberry jam and coffee flavors. It finishes dry, with some fairly hefty tannins and shows a ruggedness that could soften with bottle age.",,27,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Tehema Foothills,Marr 2003 Petite Sirah (Tehema Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marr-2003-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-tehema/,Petite Sirah,2003,Marr
13.9,Red,US,"A very nice Cabernet at a fair price. It's a smooth wine with a good grip of tannins framing currant, herb and smoky oak flavors. Finishes with real complexity and elegance.",Three Vineyards,14,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2003 Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2003-three-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pedroncelli
13.8,Red,US,"With ultraripe cherry pie filling, blackberry jam and milk chocolate flavors, this wine manages to stay dry, which is a feat given the relatively modest alcohol. It's soft and velvety smooth. Drink now.",Para Siempre,38,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2002 Para Siempre Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2002-para-siempre-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Peachy Canyon
13.7,Red,Argentina,"A full-octane wine with notes of olive and berry on the bouquet. It runs bright in the mouth, with zippy cherry and cassis flavors. Later on you detect olive at the core, but that's admirably covered by a blanket of fine oak. Good in its class.",,16,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Preludio 2004 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preludio-2004-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2004,Preludio
,Red,US,"This wine has some funky scents of soy and silage, with simple, thin fruit. It falls off quickly; there's no weight to it and the oak flavors have nothing to lean against.",Red Hills Estate,75,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Archery Summit 2003 Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2003-red-hills-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Archery Summit
,White,US,"Melon, lime and apple define this wine designed for acid lovers. I am one, but this is borderline sour. It turns salty on the finish, wrapping things up with more tart acidity.",,19,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2005 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2005-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Adelsheim
14.5,Red,US,"This is Cecil De Loach's brand, since he sold his winery to Boisset USA, and it's a nice Russian River Cab of which there aren't many. It shows a cool-climate delicacy and silkiness, but is tasty, with ripe flavors and bright acidity.",Third Alarm Reserve,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2003 Third Alarm Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2003-third-alarm-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hook & Ladder
13.9,Rose,US,"Likable for its delicate mouthfeel, dryness and complex flavors, this blush wine shows raspberries and vanilla with nuances of apricot skin, thyme, cream-thinned mocha and sweet pie crust. Easy to drink, and elegant, too.",Syrah Rosé,15,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2004 Syrah Rosé Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2004-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2004,Rancho Arroyo Grande
14.5,Red,US,"Made in a very ripe, forward style, with cherry jam, chocolate pudding and smoky oak flavorings. This straightforward Pinot flatters with its juicy opulence.",Sapphire Hill Vineyard,38,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sapphire Hill 2004 Sapphire Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sapphire-hill-2004-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sapphire Hill
13.2,White,US,"Varietally pure and true. This is a crisp, elegantly structured wine with tropical fruit flavors, honeysuckle, vanilla and masses of dusty crushed brown spices. Finishes really powerful in fruit.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2005 Gewürztraminer (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2005-gewurztraminer-sonoma-county/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Chateau St. Jean
13,White,Austria,"Not as attractive as the Poharnig, Sabathi's Pössnitzberg bottling shows some overtly vegetal aromas of bell pepper and crushed tomato leaf. It's plump and viscous, showing good sugar ripeness, but the flavors are just too green to garner a higher rating.",Pössnitzberg,37,86,Styria,,,Erwin Sabathi 2005 Pössnitzberg Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erwin-sabathi-2005-possnitzberg-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Erwin Sabathi
13.4,White,US,"Nice peach and apple pie flavors, along with fresher honeydew define this friendly, soft, somewhat earthy wine. A bit of lees and oak and complexity.",Estate,16,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 2005 Estate Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2005-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Mill Creek
13.5,Red,US,"Showing a lot of polish and finesse, and although it's not a big wine, it's certainly a rich one. With deliciously ripe cherry, blackberry, chocolate, plum, coffee and spice flavors, it has a voluptuous softness. Should be easy to find with 104,000-case production.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Sterling
,Red,US,"It's ripe to the point of being sweet, and the fruit hits the jammy side of strawberry. Simple, raisiny and pushed to the limits of ripeness.",Graham's Block 7,32,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2003 Graham's Block 7 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2003-grahams-block-7-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Montinore
14.3,Red,US,"Pours light in color for a Bordeaux red, and the wine itself is delicate and elegant, without the density of, say, Napa. Yet it's full of fruity flavor, rich in black cherries, and bone dry.",,30,86,California,California Other,California,Malibu 2004 Cabernet Franc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malibu-2004-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Malibu
13.4,White,Argentina,"For Argentine Sauvignon Blanc, Toso's version is nice. There's light green-apple aromas in front of green melon and grapefruit flavors. Finishes fairly full and grabby, with likable flavors. Not to be confused with Sancerre or anything, but solid.",Maipo Vineyards,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2005 Maipo Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2005-maipo-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Pascual Toso
13.7,White,US,"Dry and savory, this blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Viognier has a tangy spine of minerality that frames lusher notes of papaya, white peach, lemon zest, nectarine and vanilla. Finishes with a refreshing touch of citrusy acids.",Blanc de Robles,24,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2005 Blanc de Robles White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2005-blanc-robles-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Robert Hall
15.1,Red,US,"Here's a big, ripe, juicy Zin that's rustic and a little sweet but enjoyable for its purity. Has powerful flavors of raspberry and cherry purée, with a streak of cocoa and peppery spices. It's lighter in body than others, and not very tannic. It packs a punch of acidity.",Estate,32,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Harvest Moon 2003 Estate Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harvest-moon-2003-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Harvest Moon
12,White,Germany,"This hard, stony-textured wine will be tough to warm up to for some, while rock-heads will extol its minerally virtues. Hints of lime and green plum keep it from being too austere, while it finishes cool and long.",Kabinett Trocken,18,86,Baden,,,Fischer 2004 Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fischer-2004-kabinett-trocken-riesling-baden/,Riesling,2004,Fischer
14.3,Red,US,"If you're used to the aroma of Napa and Sonoma Cab, the first whiff of minty white pepper tells you we're in a cool climate. About half of the grapes are from Santa Ynez Valley, with a good chunk from Monterey. The wine itself is firmly structured and fairly acidic, with cherry jam flavors and some flashy new oak.",Back Roads Cuvée,20,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Babcock 2004 Back Roads Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2004-back-roads-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Babcock
13.5,White,US,"The owners, a branch of the Fetzers, make a big deal about being biodynamic, and the wine does seem to have a laser-like purity of citrus zest and grapefruit sorbet flavor that's so clean and vibrant. The tech notes say there was some new oak, but you can hardly sense it; since the fruit and acidity are so upfront.",Kathleen's Vineyard,18,86,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Ceago Vinegarden 2005 Kathleen's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceago-vinegarden-2005-kathleens-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Ceago Vinegarden
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Slightly brambly but otherwise dominated by strong red-fruit aromas and flavors. The palate is fairly rich and full, as it should be, with chocolate and herbal/pepper notes sneaking in. Doesn't have a lot of finish or sweetness. Pretty good mouthfeel and core acidity.",Reserva,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Lurton 2004 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2004-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Bodega Lurton
13.5,White,US,"You want pure Monterey Chardonnay? Go here. It's all about peaches, apricots, pineapples, limes and kiwis, not to mention fresh crisp acidity. Where all that cream came from is a mystery, given that the wine is unoaked. Good wine, good price.",Unoaked,13,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bocage 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocage-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2005,Bocage
,Red,US,"Here's a delicately structured, elegant Pinot that modulates the fruit and ups the acidity. It shows polished cherry, cola and toast flavors, with a mushroomy, herbal earthiness and a light, silky texture. Finishes dry and spicy.",Estate Bottled,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Balletto 2004 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2004-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Balletto
12,Red,US,"Despite some pickled, stalky aromas and flavors, this wine has everything you want in an easy-drinking Merlot. Strong flavors of blueberry, cherry pie and graham cracker are a touch sweet, and the wine has a nice fat quality to its medium body. Aromas need time to open and develop, showing cherry and spice. Oak is prominent on the finish, and this wine should drink well over the next five years.",,25,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Ackerly Pond 2004 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ackerly-pond-2004-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2004,Ackerly Pond
,Red,US,"A disappointing vintage for the estate vineyard. It's earthy and bitter, showing far too much of the tomato-leaf herbaceousness that can plague Oregon Pinot. Leafy and chalky through the finish, it is a charmless, herbal wine.",Arcus Estate,75,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Archery Summit 2003 Arcus Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2003-arcus-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Archery Summit
13.7,Rose,US,"Easy and dry, this blend of too many varieties to name has raspberry, rosehip tea, floral and wild herb flavors. The addition of Sauvignon Blanc seems to bring a refreshing citrus element.",Chateau Neuf du Pink,13,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2005 Chateau Neuf du Pink Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2005-chateau-neuf-pink-rose-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2005,Brander
14.4,Red,US,"A nice Syrah, dry and fairly tannic, with cherry-berry flavors and an earthy coffee and pepper edge. Lots of new oak brings toast, char, and vanilla.",Rhapsody3,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bourassa Vineyards 2004 Rhapsody3 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourassa-2004-rhapsody3-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2004,Bourassa Vineyards
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A tiny bit heavy and soupy at first, but the palate brings things into perspective as it delivers sweet berry and spice flavors and only modest acids and tannins. It's a wine for now, with lasting jammy notes that are generally quite pleasant.",,9,86,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Inca 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inca-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-calchaqui-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2004,Inca
14.2,Rose,US,"Nice and refreshing in acidity. A delicately structured, clean blush wine whose black cherry, apricot, licorice and spice flavors emerge as the wine warms in the glass. 100% Syrah; it's rich enough to have with steak or beef.",Victories Rose Wine,20,86,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Fleming Jenkins 2005 Victories Rose Wine Rosé (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2005-victories-rose-wine-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Rosé,2005,Fleming Jenkins
,Red,US,"The winery's second label, the “H,” is a medium-bodied, moderately-priced offering with solid fruit and good color. Its tannins are substantial, thick and chewy, and the fruit hints at, but doesn't quite reach, cherry liqueur flavors. For the price, there's a lot of meat on its bones.",H,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 2004 H Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-2004-h-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Hamacher
,Red,US,"A pleasant perfume of cola, raspberry and cherry leads to a balanced, hearty wine with smooth, ripe tannins. Mixed berry and raspberry flavors are a bit tart, but overall this is a thoroughly enjoyable wine that doesn't go over the top.",Barrel Select Unfiltered,45,86,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet 2004 Barrel Select Unfiltered Pinot Noir (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-2004-barrel-select-unfiltered-pinot-noir-new-mexico/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gruet
13.7,Red,US,"Take a Dry Creek Cabernet, give it a more robust body, a more rustic mouthfeel, and push the flavors toward plums and leather, and you get this old-style wine. The dry, rasping tannins suggest aging for at least eight years.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2002 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2002-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2002,Pedroncelli
,White,US,"There's plenty of spicy fruit here, ripe to the point of tasting baked, like apple pie or a pear compote. It's rich and flavorful, but needs to be drunk now, as the nose is already showing a Sherry character.",,23,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Methven Family Vineyards
,Red,US,"Light, tannic, leafy and earthy, which is not entirely inappropriate for a $15 Oregon Pinot. The herbal flavors come with the low-rent territory, but the balance and clean sweep of the wine demonstrate David O'Reilly's sure winemaking hand. A well-made budget bottle.",,15,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,O'Reilly's 2005 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oreillys-2005-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,O'Reilly's
13,Red,US,"Modestly priced for a reserve, Pindar, one of Long Islands largest producers, crafted an old-style wine with balsam, shoe leather and cherry aromas. Dusty tannins give it a good if simple mouthfeel, dealing modest cherry, vanilla and mint. Seems a bit advanced, so drink up.",Reserve Barrel Select,19,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 2003 Reserve Barrel Select Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-2003-reserve-barrel-select-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2003,Pindar Vineyards
14,Red,US,"A Côtes-du-Rhône style wine, this Syrah-based blend has flavors of dessicated fruit, salty leather and Chinese-style pork. It feels hot and prickly, although the alcohol isn't that high. Definitely a distinct, unique wine from a hot region.",Ian Cuvée,20,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2003 Ian Cuvée Red (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2003-ian-cuvee-red-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Rancho Arroyo Grande
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Tannat by nature is a hard, brooding grape, and this version from northern Argentina's Salta region is funky, with olive, horse hide and plenty of dark-fruit aromas and flavors. The palate is leathery but proportioned, with spice and length. Could use a touch more cushion, but hey, that's Tannat.",High Altitude Vineyards,10,86,Other,Cafayate,,Don Rodolfo 2004 High Altitude Vineyards Tannat (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2004-high-altitude-other-red-tannat-cafayate/,Tannat,2004,Don Rodolfo
,Sparkling,Italy,"A lush, fruity style of Moscato, imbued with lovely floral scents and notes of peach, melon and spice. Lacks the acdity and zip of the best examples, but still quite enjoyable.",Bosc Dla Rei,12,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Beni di Batasiolo 2005 Bosc Dla Rei  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2005-bosc-dla-rei-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2005,Beni di Batasiolo
,White,Argentina,"Varietally floral, with spice, tropical fruit and citrus on the nose. Clean and wispy on the palate, with touches of lemon extract, banana and pineapple. A zesty, easy white wine; best as an apéritif.",,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2006 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2006-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2006,Trapiche
14.2,Red,US,"Lots of rich, ripe cherry jam notes in this softly structured wine, with overtones of kirsch, blueberries, black raspberries and chocolate. It's a direct hit of fruit, a little bomby, and voluptuously packaged.",,24,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2003 Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2003,Twisted Oak
13.8,White,US,"Immediately likeable for its direct, ripe flavors of candied peaches, kiwis, limes and pineapples. It has just the right acidity and a creamy texture.",Chalk Hill,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2004 Chalk Hill Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2004-chalk-hill-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Rodney Strong
14.8,Red,US,"This is a very ripe Merlot that's brimming with cherry pie filling and vanilla flavors. It's also dry and balanced, and has silky, velvety tannins. There's a veneer of toasty oak that makes you think of a grilled steak that's charred on the outside and juicy within.",Razorback Vineyard,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2002 Razorback Vineyard Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2002-razorback-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,2002,Thomas Fogarty
13.5,Red,Argentina,"You don't see much South American Tannat outside Uruguay, but this one scores points for its dark charcoal and cola nose as well as its deep black cherry and plum flavors. Yes, it's kind of hard and tannic, but it's also got some verve and length to it. With meat, it would be worth the gamble.",Reserva,13,86,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2004 Reserva Tannat (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2004-reserva-other-red-tannat-san-juan/,Tannat,2004,Finca Las Moras
13.9,Red,US,"Shows enormously ripe fruit: baked cherry pie, raspberry tea, cola, coffee and cocoa, with thyme and oregano accents. But after the flattering fruit, the wine turns kind of soft and one-dimensional.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,36,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kynsi 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Kynsi
13.5,White,US,"A flavorful, full-bodied white with the body of a leesy Chardonnay, but different flavors. Citrus fruits, almond skin, apricots and an almost Musqué-type floweriness lead to a long, citrusy, crisp finish.",Casa Santinamaria Vineyards,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Saxon Brown 2005 Casa Santinamaria Vineyards Sémillon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxon-brown-2005-casa-santinamaria-semillon-sonoma-valley/,Sémillon,2005,Saxon Brown
14.5,Red,Argentina,"This funky Argentinean Pinot pours on the rubber, turned earth and heavy fruit aromas, and then backs them up with a full, meaty, starchy palate that's loaded with dry cherry and red-pepper flavors. A robust, grabby wine with virtues and question marks.",,19,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2003 Pinot Noir (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2003-pinot-noir-uco-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Salentein
13.5,White,US,"Here's how good unoaked Sauvignon Blanc can be. Pure Meyer lemon, citron zest and refreshingly crisp acids are all delicious, zingy and clean. There's even a backbone of steely minerality.",Paragon Vineyard,13,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2005 Paragon Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2005-paragon-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Tangent
,Red,US,"This new winery has put out a first release that is juicy, sweet and loaded with concentrated raspberry and strawberry fruit. It's so fruity, in fact, that it tastes more like fruit concentrate than wine! If it had a bit more tannin and some of the bones of a bigger wine, the fruit could certainly carry it to a higher score.",,33,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Methven Family Vineyards
,Red,US,"Dark and earthy, with substantial tannins, this includes a small amount of Merlot. But in this part of the world Merlot doesn't offer much in the way of softness. It's a hard, severe wine with black cherry and brambly blackberry fruit. Decanting will help soften it up.",Sundown Vineyard,30,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Spangler Vineyards 2004 Sundown Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spangler-vineyards-2004-sundown-vineyard-cabernet-franc-southern/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Spangler Vineyards
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Fairly smooth and berry dominated, with almost rubbery fruit flavors that are at once tangy and satisfying. In terms of mouthfeel it's a bit hard and tannic, especially given the depth of fruit. But the flavors and intensity are there.",,14,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Piattelli 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Piattelli
,White,US,"Hints of nail polish and flavors of hard citrus candy, with grainy honey and sugar. This is not a shy Riesling; it's intense, rich with peach and apricot, and pushed just a bit too far for some tastes.",,14,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,LaVelle 2005 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavelle-2005-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2005,LaVelle
13.9,Red,US,"Soft and earthy, with jammy cherry and raspberry liqueur flavors. Notes of crushed, fresh sage and smoky vanilla lead into a spicy finish. Texturally, this is medium-bodied and silky, rather like Pinot Noir.",,22,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2004 Tempranillo (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2004-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Tempranillo,2004,Twisted Oak
13.6,Rose,US,"If you smelled this blind you might think it was Sauvignon Blanc. But swirl it, let it breathe, and the rosehip tea comes along. In the mouth, the wine is crisp  with tea, cherry skin and root beer flavors.",Rosé de Pinot Noir,15,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2005 Rosé de Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Iron Horse
14,Red,US,"Shows real Peachy Canyon class in the ripe fruit, spice flavors and lush tannic structure. The wine is much more rustic and angular than the Paso Robles bottlings, but it's still a fine Zinfandel.",Incredible Red Bin 119,12,86,California,California Other,California,Peachy Canyon 2004 Incredible Red Bin 119 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2004-incredible-red-bin-119-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Peachy Canyon
15,Red,US,"The winemaker sourced Syrah and Petite Sirah from various parts of the state, then threw in a splash of Viognier. The result is a brisk, bright, fairly acidic red wine that's lush in cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors. With strong, dry tannins, this is a good wine that shows the fine art of blending.",Cuvée Patrick Reserve,22,86,California,California Other,California,Marr 2003 Cuvée Patrick Reserve Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marr-2003-cuvee-patrick-reserve-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Marr
14,Red,US,"When our tasting panel team tasted the '02 a few years ago, we found it heavy, but possibly a sleeper. The '03 is in the same vein. While it lacks a certain vibrancy and has tannic weight, the deeply flavored core of cherries is impressive and suggests mid-term aging.",Cristina Selection Don Miguel Vineyard,47,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2003 Cristina Selection Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2003-cristina-selection-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Marimar Estate
,Red,US,"Here's a nice, balanced Cab showing ripe black currant and herb flavors and a bit of oak. Shows some elegance and complexity.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Firestone
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Fairly dense on the nose, with aromas of coffee grounds, leather and beef stew along with berry fruit. The palate is true, with plum and brambly berry flavors. However, the feel is a bit choppy due to sharp acidity. A good blend that will do well with food.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,High Altitude 2005 Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-altitude-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-agrelo/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,High Altitude
14.2,Red,US,"Light in body, with cherry, cola and spice flavors. This Pinot has considerable acidity; and it's certainly not a big wine but has a delicate, tea-like complexity that makes it the best Livermore Pinot I've ever had.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2003 Pinot Noir (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Fenestra
,Red,US,"Tart in acidity and a bit austere, this Pinot has an early-picked quality and shows some immature tannins. It's an elegant, streamlined wine with good structure, but leaves you wanting more fruit.",Russian River Selection,42,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2004 Russian River Selection Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-russian-river-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gary Farrell
14,Red,Italy,"This is a medium-bodied, crisp Barbera that cuts a swath midway between traditional and New Wave, aged in one-third stainless steel, one-third old American oak,  and one-third large botti, it has some smoky, barbecue-sauce aromatics, then layers on slightly tangy tomato and black cherry flavors.",Sovrana,18,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Beni di Batasiolo 2004 Sovrana  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2004-sovrana-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2004,Beni di Batasiolo
,White,France,"A simple, fresh, citrusy wine with attractive floral aromas. There are flavors of kiwis and white peaches, which give an attractive lift.",Signé Chardonnay,10,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Cave des Vignerons de Prisse 2005 Signé Chardonnay  (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-prisse-2005-signe-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2005,Cave des Vignerons de Prisse
11,White,Germany,"Relatively plump and succulent for a “Dry Riesling”, with honeyed, musky notes that accent ripe peach and dusty mineral flavors. Not quite dry on the finish, but powered by crisp acidity.",Grauschiefer Dry,15,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitges 2005 Grauschiefer Dry Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitges-2005-grauschiefer-dry-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Schmitges
12,Sparkling,France,"Quite foamy and shaded toward very pale salmon/copper, this young wine tastes of green apples, spice, wild strawberry and cherry candy. It's pretty, clean and light, but thins out a bit quickly.",Demoiselle Grande Cuvée Brut Rosé,47,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Grande Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-grande-cuvee-brut-rose-champagne-61436/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
14.1,White,US,"The vineyard is in the cooler southern part of Napa Valley, and it shows in the wine's crispness and  silky delicacy. This is an elegant, gentle Pinot that's rich in berry fruit, spice flavors and complexity.",Estate Grown,34,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Monticello Vineyards 2004 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2004-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Pinot Noir,2004,Monticello Vineyards
,White,France,"Although this wine is initially unfocused, the palate does show some pleasing rounded fruits and a touch of citrus and wood. Drink now.",,,87,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Bruno Colin 2004  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruno-colin-2004-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Bruno Colin
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A better overall ride than the more oaky Koch Cabernet, this bottling, aged 13 months in barrel, is crisp and fruity, with firm tannins that clamp down on the finish. Along the way there's bright raspberry and pie cherry flavors that are fresh albeit stark.",Martin Koch Thirteen Months,14,87,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Koch 2003 Martin Koch Thirteen Months Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-koch-2003-martin-thirteen-months-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Finca Koch
15.6,Red,US,"You can't help but taste the harvest heat in this wine, which brims with blackberry and cherry flavors that verge, not on raisins, but what happens when pie filling spills over into the pan and bakes. The wine is very high in alcohol and thus it's soft as chocolate pudding.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2004 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2004-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Frank Family
12,White,Italy,"Fermented and aged only in stainless steel to preserve freshness, this is a crisp Gavi with scents of green apples and limes and a dose of chalk-like minerality. Crystalline clean, but with a slightly creamy texture.",Granée,14,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,Beni di Batasiolo 2005 Granée  (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2005-granee-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2005,Beni di Batasiolo
,Red,US,"Vibrant red, this sparkling wine producer has crafted a silky, fine table wine with rich red fruit and a demure nose of cola and spice. This is more intense than the Barrel Select Pinot, the dark berry and raspberry flavors a bit deeper and the sassafras finish a bit longer. Enjoy now and over the next three to five years.",Cuvée Gilbert Gruet,24,87,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet 2004 Cuvée Gilbert Gruet Pinot Noir (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-2004-cuvee-gilbert-pinot-noir-new-mexico/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gruet
,Red,US,"Number Six had 13 varieties from seven different vineyards, but this time around it's down to just six and six. Nonetheless, no one else is doing Merlot, Tempranillo, Syrah, Cab Franc, Malbec and Graciano. Once again, the wizards at Abacela have crafted a fragrant, spicy mutt red, with hints of leather and bark.",Vintner's Blend #7,15,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela NV Vintner's Blend #7 Red (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-nv-vintners-blend-7-red-southern/,Red Blend,,Abacela
14,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry, tar and other dark notes coat the masculine bouquet, while cherry and cassis work the palate. This is a solid, big wine with structure; it's also fairly tannic and hard. Has its merits; pretty full and rugged.",Gran Lurton,18,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Lurton 2004 Gran Lurton Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2004-gran-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Bodega Lurton
,Red,US,"A pale, pretty wine that's elegantly styled. It's a pleasure to encounter Pinot from Oregon that hasn't been placed on steroids, that isn't super sweet or the color of Zinfandel. In short, Pinot that looks and smells and tastes more like Burgundy. This is a very nice effort in that lighter style.",Northern Reach,27,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2003 Northern Reach Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2003-northern-reach-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Brandborg
,Rose,US,"A rosé that's the color of the lipstick on the girl you lusted after in high school. It tastes of strawberry and raspberry, simple and not too sweet, and it rings just about every possible bell for a late-summer sip.",Rosado,12,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2005 Rosado Tempranillo (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2005-rosado-tempranillo-southern/,Tempranillo,2005,Abacela
,Red,US,"Light and clean, this moves beyond simple and fruity with sharp detail and a mix of strawberry, red currant, raspberry and cherry fruit. There are characteristic streaks of root and cola, earth and even a hint of pepper. Lots going on in a lighter style.",Premier Cuvée,37,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Archery Summit 2003 Premier Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2003-premier-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Archery Summit
13,White,France,"This village wine is full of ripe, open tropical fruits and an attractive caramel touch. The whole is wrapped in clean acidity and a delicious lift to the finish.",,50,87,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Antonin Rodet 2004  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2004-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Antonin Rodet
14.4,Red,Argentina,"Violet in color, with chunky, ripe aromas of earth and berries that win you over. Structured and full, but also dry and layered. The fruit comes across ripe, while on the finish everything folds into a nice little square. Not spectacular but very easy to drink and enjoy.",Año Cero,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altocedro 2004 Año Cero Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2004-ano-cero-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Altocedro
11.5,White,Austria,"A delightfully refreshing and mouthwatering drink that's light in body but heavy on crisp, citrusy flavors accented by just enough green apple. It's great for the price as an apéritif. A blend of Welschriesling, Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc) and Sauvignon Blanc.",Daniel.s,11,87,Styria,,,Jaunegg 2005 Daniel.s White (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaunegg-2005-daniels-white-styria/,White Blend,2005,Jaunegg
13.8,Rose,US,"This is a great price for a blush wine of this quality and complexity. It's very dry, yet with a fruity sweetness of strawberries and cherries. Wonderfully fresh and clean in vibrant acids, it's hard to believe it was unoaked because it's so creamy.",Rosato di,12,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2005 Rosato di Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-rosato-di-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2005,Iron Horse
14.5,Red,US,"Lovely as usual; from one of California's finest Pinot producers, here's a wine with tons of cherry and cola fruit cruising on a silky, velvety texture. There's a stewed, baked-fruit quality from the horrendous harvest heat, but it has been handled well.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2004 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Talley
14.1,White,US,"Shows brisk acidity for this warmish appellation, with upfront, pineapple custard, peach tart and apricot cobbler flavors wrapped in a honeyed mouthfeel. Just when you think it's a simple Chard, it reveals all kinds of layers.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Summers 2005 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Summers
13,White,France,"A clean, fresh, attractively rounded wine that's rich, buttery and demanding to be drunk. Vincent Bouzereau is one of the many Bouzereaus in Meursault with a tradition of grape growing over many generations.",,49,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Vincent Bouzereau 2004  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-bouzereau-2004-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Vincent Bouzereau
12.8,White,Austria,"A bracingly acidic dry Riesling, this starts out with slatey, smoky aromas and hints of apple and clover, then adds crisp green-apple and grapefruit flavors. Finishes dry and tart, accented by grapefruit zest.",Rohrendorfer Gebling,23,87,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2005 Rohrendorfer Gebling Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2005-rohrendorfer-gebling-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2005,Felsner
14.5,Red,US,"Good Russian River Pinot that's very ripe and pretty tannic. Stuffed with lipsmacking cherry, blackberry, cola and cocoa flavors. Feels thick and a little soft and heavy in the mouth. Not an ager.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Scherrer 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Scherrer
13.4,Red,Argentina,"Starts with coffee and burnt toast, and next comes deep blueberry, black plum and spice flavors. Begins racy on the palate and then mellows into cushy softness. Good in its depth of flavor, with chewy tannins.",Grand,19,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Joffré e Hijas 2004 Grand Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joffre-e-hijas-2004-grand-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2004,Joffré e Hijas
,White,US,"Baked apple pie is what this wine smells like, and the flavors are astonishingly the same, like an apple tart right out of the oven. It's not a particularly sweet wine, but the fruit carries with it a suggestion of sweetness, and there's a strong cinnamon spice component also. Might make a great companion to a non-sweet fruit tart.",,21,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2004 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2004-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2004,Methven Family Vineyards
13.5,White,US,"This is a blend of almost every white grape that grows in the county. Riesling brings a floral note to the citrus zest, apricot, tangerine and sweet herb flavors. The wine is unoaked, but very rich.",Ecclestone,20,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Tangent 2005 Ecclestone White (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2005-ecclestone-white-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,White Blend,2005,Tangent
12,Sparkling,France,"Starts with sweet scents of bread dough, light herb and green apple. Well-made, with lean, fresh flavors of apple and pear. The bubbles are extra fine, and the wine is crisp and balanced. For all its poise, it is a bit one-dimensional. A bracing style best-suited for salty, briny foods.",1834 Cuvée Spéciale Brut,32,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Lafitte NV 1834 Cuvée Spéciale Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-lafitte-nv-1834-cuvee-speciale-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1834,Charles Lafitte
13.6,White,US,"From a new appellation in Lake County comes this very interesting single-vineyard Syrah. At first it seems like a jammy flatterer, but then more complex layers kick in. It's a big, soft wine with intense blackberry and cassis fruit that turns chocolaty on the finish.",Snows Lake Vineyard,17,87,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Jade Mountain 2004 Snows Lake Vineyard Syrah (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-2004-snows-lake-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Syrah,2004,Jade Mountain
8,Dessert,US,"Lots of crisp acidity in this pleasantly sweet dessert wine. The acids help make it tangy and clean, while the tangerine, peach, mango, vanilla, spice and honey flavors are just delicious. And with 8% alcohol, it's easy to drink.",Del Lago,22,87,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Ceago Vinegarden 2005 Del Lago Muscat Canelli (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceago-vinegarden-2005-lago-muscat-canelli-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Muscat Canelli,2005,Ceago Vinegarden
13.8,White,US,"This Sauvignon shows ripe citrus, fig and melon flavors, while oak and lees add toasty buttercream and vanilla highlights. Best of all is the mouthfeel, which is bright and clean in acidity.",,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Château Potelle 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Château Potelle
,Red,US,"Substantial and soft, this lush Pinot from a hot year displays flavors of buttery vanilla, cherry and beet. Herbal notes slide into green tea tannins; it's consistent with the winery's past Dundee Hills bottles.",,26,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Sokol Blosser 2003 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Sokol Blosser
13,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of light raspberry and cookie dough are a bit sweet, but taken together they are attractive. The palate delivers snappy berry flavors and plenty of tannic kick. It loses a touch of focus as it opens but at $10 it offers more than enough quality.",Estate,10,87,Mendoza Province,,,Simonassi 2003 Estate Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonassi-2003-estate-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2003,Simonassi
14.7,Red,US,"Cecil De Loach was famous for his Zinfandels when he owned De Loach Winery, and he shows his deft hand with this wine. It's not one of those kick-butt Zins, but instead it is balanced and medium-bodied, just a little heavier than Pinot Noir, with fine fruit and spice. What a great food wine.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2004 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Hook & Ladder
,Red,US,The Parson's Ridge is the best of the multiple offerings from Montinore Estate. The fruit flavors are full and ripe but the wine is already drinking at its best right now.,Parson's Ridge,32,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2003 Parson's Ridge Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2003-parsons-ridge-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Montinore
,White,France,"This wine is soft and ripe, but seems to lack structure. Don't expect it to age.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,79,87,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2004 Les Folatières Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
15,Red,Argentina,"A nice step up from previous vintages; this affordable Syrah sports dark-fruit aromas and muscle, while the flavors veer toward jammy blackberry. Not a tannic, spicy, complex wine; instead it's easy as pie.",,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Portillo 2005 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2005,Finca El Portillo
14.6,Red,US,"Nice and rich. It's one of those wines whose fruit is so powerful, it lays claim to the palate. Blackberry jam, cherry pie, pomegranate and sweet rhubarb flavors are wrapped into finely meshed tannins.",Canterbury Vineyard,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Bell 2004 Canterbury Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2004-canterbury-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2004,Bell
14.6,Red,US,"A little soft and hot, but redeemed by rich flavors of chocolate, blackberries, coffee and even pecan pie. There's a rusticity here, but something about the blend of Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Mourvèdre is appealing.",Phantom,16,87,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2003 Phantom Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2003-phantom-red-other/,Red Blend,2003,Bogle
13.5,Red,US,"Really nice black currants and cherries, and classy tannins, too, the kind that are noticeable but sweet and soft at the same time. All in all it's a study in balance. It's not a great Cab, a bit too angular, but it proves that this new appellation is an area to watch.",,35,87,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Steele 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Steele
13,White,France,"An easy wine that's soft, fresh and simple, but one which has the merit of being drinkable and affordable. The yellow fruit flavors are rounded out with a touch of wood, and soft there's acidity to finish.",,50,87,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Antonin Rodet 2004  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2004-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Antonin Rodet
,Red,US,"This wine still seems to have some bottle shock. There is clean, spicy fruit and the flavors of plum and currant show through. And there's a nice streak of sassafras and cola, with just a whisper of new oak. It should open up nicely with additional bottle age.",Bench Lands,21,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2004 Bench Lands Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2004-bench-lands-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Brandborg
14.9,Red,US,"Crisply elegant wine with ripe cherry cola fruit, spices and a silky smooth texture. A fair amount of new oak adds vanilla and cream. This is a good price for a Pinot of this complexity and charm.",Julia's Vineyard,19,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2004 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2004-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Cambria
14.5,Dessert,US,"Very sweet, with masses of pineapple custard, honeysuckle, lemon sorbet, apricot honey and vanilla spice. This is one delicious dessert wine, and while it may lack complexity, it's a satisfying finish to a great dinner.",Thirtieth Anniversary Vintage Dessert,30,87,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2005 Thirtieth Anniversary Vintage Dessert Viognier (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2005-thirtieth-anniversary-vintage-dessert-viognier-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Viognier,2005,Calera
10.7,White,Germany,"A touch drier than the Gold label Impulse Riesling previously reviewed, this wine has a fine, almost filigreed bouquet of finely intertwined lime and mineral notes accented by green plum. Lean and elegant, with a crisp finish and good length.",Impulse (Sapphire) QbA,14,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,C.H. Berres 2004 Impulse (Sapphire) QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ch-berres-2004-impulse-sapphire-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,C.H. Berres
14.2,White,US,"Ripe and oaky, with powerful tropical fruit, candied pear, peach, apricot jam and pineapple custard flavors. Nice acidity balances the earthiness and makes the finish clean and lively.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Zahtila 2005 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2005-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Zahtila
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A good and interesting red from Salta. The blend is 80% Barbera with 20% Merlot, and the final result is positive. Cherry, plum and earth work the nose, followed by cherry, raspberry and cassis flavors. A thorough, different type of wine for those looking to explore what's lurking on the fringes of the wine world.",Barbera-Merlot,9,87,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Inca 2003 Barbera-Merlot Red (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inca-2003-barbera-merlot-red-calchaqui-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Inca
15.5,Red,US,"Here's a lusty glass of Zin, and quite a bit better than the '03. This time around the wine is robust in berry, coffee, tobacco and herb flavors, and the tannins are rich and thick. Just the thing for a nice steak.",Remo Belli Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2004 Remo Belli Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2004-remo-belli-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Eberle
14.5,White,US,"Against a background of dusty earth and herbs, there's bright peach, pear and pineapple flavors and a rich tangerine streak that meshes with the sweet new oak. It's all on the surface, but what a deliciously polished surface it is.",,19,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess Collection 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Hess Collection
14.5,Red,US,"Pretty tannic for a Merlot. It's a dusty, super-dry, tight young wine with a fair amount of astringency. But the fruit is something else. The huge cherry pie and toasty, vanilla oak flavors are just delicious. Hard to tell if it will soften before the fruit drops out, though.",Estate Grown,85,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2003 Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2003-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Duckhorn
15.6,Red,US,"Difficult to assess. It's soft and a bit syrupy, but the texture isn't bad, and the cassis and chocolate flavors are impressive for their ripe lushness. A bit eccentric and kind of hot, but there's something about it that's likeable.",,42,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Di Fronzo 2003 Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fronzo-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2003,Di Fronzo
,White,France,"This is the first vintage of a wine produced from a 22-acre estate bought by Anne-Claude Leflaive of Domaine Leflaive in Puligny-Montrachet. This is packed with deliciously fresh apples and cream flavors, yet it's very intense and crisp. The ripeness of the fruit is balanced by an elegant aftertaste.",,29,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Verze,,Domaines Leflaive Macon-Verze 2004  Mâcon-Verze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-leflaive-macon-verze-2004-chardonnay-macon-verze/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaines Leflaive Macon-Verze
15.5,Red,US,"This Cab has been variable over the years, but '02 is a wine to like for its lush flavors and overall balance. It's a superripe wine, chockablock with chocolate, crème de cassis and oaky flavors. Drink now.",Coombsville Vineyard,36,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 2002 Coombsville Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-2002-coombsville-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Bighorn
13.5,Red,Italy,"The extreme heat led to an early harvest, and the result is this big, ripe wine that's not particularly lush or textured. Slightly dusty or floral notes accent the dried fruit flavors and the finsh stops a little abruptly.",,35,87,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Beni di Batasiolo 2003  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2003-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2003,Beni di Batasiolo
,Red,US,"An intensely ripe Syrah with the pure essence of cassis, kirsch and fudge. Has soft and melted tannins, and so the inclusion of 5% Viognier brings a welcome kick of citrus and acidity. Very delicious now.",Watts Vineyard Compañero Ciego,27,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Travieso 2003 Watts Vineyard Compañero Ciego Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travieso-2003-watts-vineyard-companero-ciego-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2003,Travieso
,Red,US,"Bright and spicy, with cherry and cranberry fruit. It's got Christmas cake spices and a lively, tart core. Vivid and truly Burgundian, it does not overreach nor hide behind too much new oak. A sturdy bottle; well made and food-friendly.",Doerner Vineyard,18,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Spangler Vineyards 2004 Doerner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spangler-vineyards-2004-doerner-vineyard-pinot-noir-southern/,Pinot Noir,2004,Spangler Vineyards
10,White,Germany,"Unique in character, this wine features powerful white pepper and spice drop notes layered over white peach and melon flavors. It's rather big and round in the mouth, but it also has a bit of a hole in the midpalate. Turns peppery and spicy on the finish.",Oppenheimer Herrenberg Auslese,28,87,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2005 Oppenheimer Herrenberg Auslese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2005-oppenheimer-herrenberg-auslese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,Louis Guntrum
13.5,Red,US,Plays it right down the middle. A good quality Cab at a fair price. Shows a rich tannic-acid structure and ripe fruit that has an earthy mushroom and soy edge. Drinking well now and for the next several years.,,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Kenwood
14.1,Red,US,"Made in the old-fashioned style, namely a bone-dry, astringently tannic wine that's big enough to peel your socks off. You could drink it now, if you don't mind gluing your palate shut, or you can do what should be done: age it in a nice, cool place for a decade or two.",,16,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2002 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2002-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2002,Guenoc
14.3,Red,US,"Opens with aromas and flavors of blackberries, cocoa and licorice that turn softly fruity and polished in the mouth. There's a scour of acidity that plays point-counterpoint to the ripe fruitiness of this highly drinkable Syrah.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2004 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Robert Hall
15.5,Red,US,"Soft, full-bodied and stuffed with baked blackberry, cherry, raspberry and chocolate flavors, this big, rather hot wine has a bit of superripe sweetness in the finish. Yet it pulls it all off with aplomb and manages to stay balanced.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2004 Zinfandel (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2004-zinfandel-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Rancho Arroyo Grande
13.7,Red,Argentina,"This jumpy, lively Malbec is a hulk that starts with funky aromas of wet dog and bacon before settling to reveal bold blackberry and plum notes. It's saturated and solid in the mouth, where black-fruit flavors dominate. On the finish comes spice and mocha. A full-force wine that needs time in the glass to show its best.",Maipo Vineyards,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2004 Maipo Vineyards Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2004-maipo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Pascual Toso
14.4,Red,US,"Dry, silky and crisp in acidity, this single-vineyard Pinot shows delicacy of structure along with finely ground tannins and some nice fruit. The cherry, cola and pomegranate flavors turn earthy on the finish.",Truchard Vineyard,25,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,X 2004 Truchard Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2004-truchard-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,X
14.3,Red,US,"Dry, earthy and not showing a lot now, this closed wine needs decanting or a bit of bottle age to open up. Presently. a cloud of tannins is hiding ripe cherry, cola and tobacco flavors. Hard to predict where it will end up, but the structure suggests a year or two in the cellar.",Clone 115,45,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Moshin 2004 Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moshin-2004-clone-115-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Moshin
14.8,Red,US,"Ripe and forward, with blackberry jam, sweetened espresso, white pepper and chocolate flavors, this wine shows much the same quality as Jaffurs's more expensive single-vineyard wines. It's just a bit rougher and sharper.",,23,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2004 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Jaffurs
12,White,Austria,"Although the wine inside might not be the most complex GV you'll ever sample, it's light, clean and fresh, with gingery, spicy nuances to the pear and apple flavors. Probably best as an apéritif, but it has enough intensity to match scallop or shrimp dishes.",Velt 1,11,87,Burgenland,,,Graf Koenigsegg 2005 Velt 1 Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-koenigsegg-2005-velt-1-gruner-veltliner-burgenland/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Graf Koenigsegg
13,White,France,"Already, this is a drinkable wine, soft, lightly wooded, fresh and clean. There's attractive acidity to give the whole thing a lift.",,48,87,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
,White,France,"A good, fresh, green wine with attractive, ripe fruit. This is an easy, drinkable Chardonnay, that comes from the southern half of Burgundy.",Terres Secrets,15,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Cave des Vignerons de Prisse 2004 Terres Secrets  (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-prisse-2004-terres-secrets-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2004,Cave des Vignerons de Prisse
14.2,Red,US,"Softly fruity, with ripe cherry, raspberry, cola, rhubarb pie, pomegranate, cola, vanilla and toast flavors all wrapped in a silky texture. This is a Pinot of great charm. Drink now.",Jane's Vineyard Reserve,35,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2003 Jane's Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2003-janes-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rodney Strong
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Bold, vivacious and forward, this appealing wine is true to the house style, with plenty of sweet, pretty fruit. There are unchallenging but undeniably enjoyable flavors of ripe stone fruits, hints of grapefruit and citrus zest, and a smack of wet stone in the back of the throat. Young and fresh, without the toasty finesse of the vintage rosés.",Brut Rosé,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
15.5,Red,US,"I've found variability in Especial, despite its high price. It shows an artisinal, vintage-driven nature that can be beguiling or rough. The '04 is a bit of both. It's not a smooth, seductive Zin. The tannins are too feral. But it is interesting, with complex blackberry, blueberry, cherry and Asian spice flavors. Try aging, but not too long. You don't want to lose that fresh fruit.",Especial,36,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2004 Especial Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2004-especial-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Peachy Canyon
13,Red,US,"Paumanok's Bordeaux blend, a 53-47 blend of Merlot and Cabernet, is a serious, structured wine that needs time or a couple of years in the cellar to open up. Fairly ripe for a Long Island red, it shows cherry and red berry fruit wrapped in a chocolaty palate with good oak spice. The bouquet is closed, although lemon and cranberry show though. But the wine finishes with good length and flavors of black pepper and pencil shavings. Drink 2008–2012.",Assemblage,36,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 2002 Assemblage Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-2002-assemblage-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Paumanok
12,White,Germany,"From the Wormser Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstück, this dry Riesling boasts a clean, crystalline quality to its pear, apple and melon flavors. Scents of stone dust enhance that aspect of the wine, which follows through on the minerally finish.",Spätlese Trocken,22,88,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2005 Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2005-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,P.J. Valckenberg
13,Rose,US,"Rich in peach, pear and tropical fruit, with an exotic toasted coconut cream pie taste that's simply delicious. Waves of rich, ripe, flamboyant flavor are what this Chard is all about.",Goodchild Vineyard,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2004 Goodchild Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2004-goodchild-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Lucas & Lewellen
,White,France,"A fruit-driven wine that balances a flinty character with flavors of green plums. It is fresh, light, poised, crisp and green.",,49,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Domaine Lamy-Pillot 2004  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lamy-pillot-2004-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Lamy-Pillot
15.5,Red,US,You can taste the shrivelly raisins all the way through. That's the result of the vintage's excessive heat. This is still a delicious wine. Drink now.,Bien Nacido Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Fess Parker
13,White,Germany,"Although somewhat pricy, this is a very good wine, marrying a minerally, crushed-stone character with ripe tree fruits. Round and slightly honeyed peach and apple flavors are a treat, backed by citrusy notes that extend through the finish.",Sommerhäuser Steinbach,29,88,Franken,,,Artur Steinmann 2004 Sommerhäuser Steinbach Riesling (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artur-steinmann-2004-sommerhauser-steinbach-riesling-franken/,Riesling,2004,Artur Steinmann
14.1,White,US,"This cool-climate wine needs a warm vintage to show its best, and it certainly got heat in 2004. The result is a big, opulent wine with masses of tropical fruit flavors slathered in spicy oak. Yet it retains crisp, citrusy acidity, and has an elegant streak of minerality.",Katherine's Vineyard,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2004 Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2004-katherines-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Cambria
,White,France,"A lively, rich, very fresh and crisp wine that has some of the buttery character of Meursault. This is open, easy and generous.",,43,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Antonin Rodet 2004  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2004-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Antonin Rodet
,Red,US,"With a new focus on single-vineyard Pinot, Amity's Myron Redford has selected his favorite sites and given them a snazzy new label while improving what's in the bottle. This is still sharp, edgy and showing some green tea flavors, but the cherry tobacco aromas add a Chianti-like elegance, and the wine shows good definition and length.",Schouten Vineyard,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 2003 Schouten Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-2003-schouten-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Amity
13.5,White,France,"A lively, fresh and relatively light wine, showing the soft and easy side of Charmes. It is ready to drink but without the opulence of some wines from this vineyard.",Charmes Premier Cru,80,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004 Charmes Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
14.3,Red,Argentina,"Berry, pine and cinnamon aromas make for a good opening, while the palate is lean yet endowed with solid plum and black cherry flavors. Quite pure and streamlined, with full tannins and perky acids. This is not a fat, flat New World Cabernet.",,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,BenMarco 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benmarco-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,BenMarco
13.5,White,France,"This wine hasn't quite settled down yet. There is still some rusticity to it, which at the moment detracts from what is obviously rich fruit. Give it a year.",Morgeot Premier Cru,72,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Ballot Millot et Fils 2004 Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballot-millot-fils-2004-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Ballot Millot et Fils
14.1,Red,US,"This certainly is a ripe wine. Such power and mass, with huge black currant and beef flavors. Liberally oaked, with brooding tannins. Best left alone until 2008.",,33,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Zahtila 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Zahtila
14.4,Red,US,"Nice, ripe Cabernet-based wine, with a touch of Syrah. Shows Bordeaux structure and intensity, with black currants, rich tannins and oak, while Syrah seems to bring softer, violet-infused cherries. Lots of flair and sophistication.",Claret,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2003 Claret Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2003-claret-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Bell
13,Red,US,"Hearty aromas of mixed berries, chocolate, earth, barnyard and spice lead to a smooth, dry, medium-bodied wine packed with flavor. Blueberry, strawberry, chocolate, earth and spice all play an integral part in the overall package. A highly drinkable wine that will also pair well with a various assortment of foods.",,18,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 2002 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-2002-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Bedell
,White,France,"Although this comes from a vineyard outside the Meursault appellation, the vines are tended with the same care as any Meursault vineyard. The wine is rich, with flavors of almonds and lemon. Rounded out with a light application of wood.",Clos du Château,21,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Château de Meursault 2002 Clos du Château  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-meursault-2002-clos-du-chateau-bourgogne-63247/,Chardonnay,2002,Château de Meursault
15.7,White,US,"Jammy and fresh, with ripe, rich fruit. Apricot, Fig Newton, peach cobbler, crème caramel, honey, vanilla and toast flavors all mingle into a complex, spicy finish. The price of dryness is high alcohol, but the wine never tastes hot.",,24,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2004 Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2004-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne,2004,Calcareous
,White,US,"Good varietal scents and flavors show crushed rose petals, orange candy and peach. Sweet as a lemon drop, it's an interesting wine with enough acidity to hold up to unusual foods.",,17,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2005 Gewürztraminer (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2005-gewurztraminer-southern-umpqua-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Brandborg
,White,US,"A very tasty Pinot Blanc from Luisa Ponzi, who deftly extracts light pear and apple fruit while retaining streaks of lemon and pineapple. This is the sort of elegant, fruit-driven, flavorful white wine that makes Oregon Pinot Blanc such a pleasure.",,17,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2005 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2005-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Ponzi
,White,US,"A bit of residual sugar sticks out, rounding out and fruiting up this leesy, fresh wine. It shows the light citrus side of Oregon Gris.",,13,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,O'Reilly's 2005 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oreillys-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2005,O'Reilly's
14,Red,Argentina,"Novus is a label to watch if you're into well-made, full-force wines that are balanced and easy to drink. The current Syrah features berry aromas in front of cassis, berry and plum flavors. It isn't particularly varietal or foxy, but it is solid, masculine, dark and chocolaty.",,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Novus 2005 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novus-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2005,Novus
15.3,Red,US,"Often added to Cabernet for color and aromatics, this PV shows a saturated black color and is powerful in violet and blackberry tea flavors that are almost leathery. It's a very dry, very tannic wine, but finely structured. Treat it like an Argentine Malbec and have with steak.",,38,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2004 Petit Verdot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2004-petit-verdot-napa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2004,Ballentine
14,Rose,US,"California is producing the best rosés in its history, and this one, which has a dash of Cabernet Franc, is an example. It's a flavorful wine, dry and crisp in acidity, with a rich array of cherry, spice and vanilla flavors as well as a splash of crème de cassis. The winemaker recommends cioppino. I wouldn't turn it down.",Big Fat Pink Shiraz,15,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2005 Big Fat Pink Shiraz Shiraz (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2005-big-fat-pink-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Shiraz,2005,Babcock
13.5,Red,US,"Nice and rich, this is a layered, complex wine with cassis, cherry and coffee flavors that finish very dry, with soft but fine tannins. The wine has obvious refinement and pedigree. There's a bit of sharpness that should mellow over the next year or two.",Los Osos,15,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2003 Los Osos Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2003-los-osos-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2003,J. Lohr
10,White,Germany,"Fresh and minty on the nose, with restrained pear and melon notes, this medium-bodied kabinett is firmly tart and acidic on the palate, with balanced sweet-sour flavors. Turns slightly chalky on the finish.",Johannisberg G Kabinett,19,88,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2005 Johannisberg G Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2005-johannisberg-g-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2005,Johannishof
14,Red,Argentina,"Among the small field that is Argentinean Tempranillo, this is a standout. The nose is full, meaty and ripe, with bacon in the mix. The palate is full-bore and delivers a blend of cherry, cola and coffee flavors. Big but balanced, and not to be confused with something Spanish.",Finca La Linda,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luigi Bosca 2004 Finca La Linda Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2004-finca-linda-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2004,Luigi Bosca
14.2,Red,US,"A bit piquant, as if the blackberry and currant flavor is just beginning to enter a new phase in which older, dried fruit character emerges. It's an interesting phase, too, intermixed as it is with plenty of toasty, newish oak. This is a wine that could do interesting things over the next five years.",Reserve,40,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Rodney Strong
13.5,White,US,"A dry, minerally white wine that's crisp and clean in acids. It offers subtle, complex citron, lime, wildflower, vanilla wafer and spice flavors. Has the weight of Sauvignon Blanc, but with more opulent fruit.",,16,88,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,The White Knight 2005 Viognier (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-knight-2005-viognier-central-valley-clarksburg/,Viognier,2005,The White Knight
14.5,Red,US,"An exotic style, but despite some shortcomings it's an interesting Cab. Almost overripe, with raisiny flavors and a slight burn, but it's good raisins, as you'd find in a currant pastry tart. Gets better in the glass. A wine to contemplate.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Scherrer 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Scherrer
14.1,Red,US,"I liked this wine two years ago, and this new vintage is equally appealing. A blend of Sangiovese, Zinfandel and Bordeaux grapes, it's dry and rich, with complex berry, earth, herb and spice flavors and some oak influence. From Benessere.",Red Wine,15,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Costa del Sol 2003 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-sol-2003-red-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Costa del Sol
9,White,Germany,"Rather fruit-driven and sweet, with dried fruit and apple shadings on the nose, and apple, melon and citrus flavors. It's medium-bodied, and ends with more melon flavors and a hint of slate.",Bernkasteler Lay Spätlese,26,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Bernkasteler Lay Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-bernkasteler-lay-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
14.1,Red,US,"Starts with a strong burst of charry, caramelized new wood, then in the mouth it turns very ripe, dense and oaky, with primary Pinot fruit and some dusty tannins. On airing, more complex notes of mushrooms and soy emerge.",,38,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Family 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Davis Family
14,Red,Argentina,"An earthy specimen, with leather and crude-oil aromas blended with dark fruit. The palate is extracted and chewy, with berry and cherry flavors that should please. With its body and thickness, it registers as a modern-styled red.",Martin Koch Six Months,14,88,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Finca Koch 2004 Martin Koch Six Months Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-koch-2004-martin-six-months-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2004,Finca Koch
12.5,White,Austria,"Pungent and herbal, with grassy notes that overlay bright lime fruit and a solid mineral base. Structured, this could age nicely over the next 5–8 years, much like a good Bordeaux blanc.",Poharnig,32,88,Styria,,,Erwin Sabathi 2005 Poharnig Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erwin-sabathi-2005-poharnig-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Erwin Sabathi
16,Dessert,Austria,"Very fragrant on the nose, with floral notes and peppery-spicy nuances as well as a solid backdrop of melon and apple. The flavors are almost Gewürz-like, with air freshener and rose petal notes accented by honeyed sweetness. Drink young.",Noble Selection,22,88,Burgenland,,,Wenzel 2003 Noble Selection Gelber Muskateller (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wenzel-2003-noble-selection-other-white-gelber-muskateller-burgenland/,Gelber Muskateller,2003,Wenzel
,White,US,"Spangler (formerly La Garza) is in the central Oregon region that is beginning to show real potential for unusual grapes not generally associated with the state. This is a fine Viognier, cutting and clear, and fragrant with a mix of peach, grapefruit and papaya. Flavorful and restrained, with just a hint of residual sugar.",,19,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Spangler Vineyards 2005 Viognier (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spangler-vineyards-2005-viognier-southern/,Viognier,2005,Spangler Vineyards
13.5,White,US,"Unoaked Pinot Blancs are rare, but this refreshing wine argues the case. It's high in mouth-cleansing acidity, with subtle peach, pineapple, lime zest and spicy flavors that finish long and rich.",,17,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Tangent 2005 Pinot Blanc (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2005-pinot-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Tangent
12,Sparkling,France,"Strawberry/salmon pink, this party-ready wine comes on light as a feather. Almost frothy, it's delicate, like whipped butter; its richness is suggested rather than felt. All the pieces are in balance, but very light, and perhaps in a tasting with bigger, more powerful wines it seems insubstantial. But it's quite well made, creamy, spicy and refreshing.",Prestige Brut Rosé,60,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV Prestige Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-prestige-brut-rose-champagne-62352/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
15.3,Red,US,"Richly textured, with blackberry, cola, espresso and spicy oak flavors that are folded into soft, intricately laced tannins. Shows some heat on the finish. Drink now.",Reserve,42,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2003 Reserve Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2003,Sunstone
14.2,Red,US,"This is a somewhat heavy and enormously concentrated wine. It reminds me of Calera's Mount Harlan wines. It has a lot of extracted cherry jam flavor and tannins you can feel. A little ponderous in youth, it seems likely to improve.",Aubaine Vineyards,40,88,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Stephen Ross 2004 Aubaine Vineyards Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2004-aubaine-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Stephen Ross
15.8,Red,US,"Very black in color with massive black currant flavors and very high alcohol. It's certainly a brawny Zin, and it hardly needs the added Petite Sirah, which makes it even more muscular and youthfully aggressive. But it's a good, sound wine that should age for decades.",,26,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Marr 2003 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marr-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Marr
14.7,Red,US,"This a young, tough Pinot with considerable tannins and acidity. Chew on it, though, and you find cherries, darker blackberries and bitter chocolate. The question is ageability, and the answer is only a guess. Try holding through 2006.",Family Estate Vineyard,23,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2004 Family Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2004-family-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Manzoni
12,Sparkling,France,"The color alone sets this wine apart from its peers; it's what can only be called Barbie doll pink. Fresh and foamy, it spurts out of the bottle as if to say “Par-tay!” Fruity and flavorful, it carries hints of rose petals, citrus zest and cherry Lifesavers.",Brut Rosé,40,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-brut-rose-champagne-62229/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
,White,France,"This soft wine shows  fresh, easy acidity and pineapple flavors. The wine opens fully in the mouth; it's like a sunburst of fruit and citrus, with just a touch of wood.",,46,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
15.3,Red,US,"Bien Nacido is in cool territory, but '04 was savagely hot, and this Syrah has the taste of blackberry, cherry and chocolate baked into a smoky, charry pastry crust. Easy now and for the next year or two.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Jaffurs
14.5,Red,US,"Lovely claret. It's softer and more forward than most Napa mountain Cabs you'll find, with gentle but complex tannins and rich blackberry, cherry, cocoa and toasty, new-oak flavors. Has real elegance and finesse.",Mountain Cuvée,35,88,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hess Collection 2003 Mountain Cuvée Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2003-mountain-cuvee-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Hess Collection
13.5,White,France,"Soft and open, this wine has the generosity and drinkability of a good village Meursault. There are flavors of quince,  spice, a touch of citrus and some vanilla.",Les Criots,49,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Ballot Millot et Fils 2004 Les Criots  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballot-millot-fils-2004-criots-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Ballot Millot et Fils
14.5,Red,US,"The best Migration I've had. It's rich in Pinot fruit, silky and complex. With cherry, cola and licorice flavors and a generous dollop of oak it deals an elegant balance, highlighted by refreshingly crisp acidity.",,30,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Migration 2004 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/migration-2004-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Migration
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Light years better than the winery's basic Malbec, this single-vineyard, reserve-level wine shows oak and power on the nose along with bright cherry. The palate deals red fruit and moderate sweetness, while chocolate works the finish. A serious wine that weighs in at 14.5%. Only 500 cases produced.",Single Vineyard Reserve,26,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Filippo Figari 2003 Single Vineyard Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-filippo-figari-2003-single-vineyard-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Bodega Filippo Figari
,White,France,"Open, ripe and generous, this sums up what is so enjoyable about Meursault, with-out losing sight of a more serious, structured side. But drink now; it's ready.",,30,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2004  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2004-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchard Père & Fils
12,Sparkling,France,"Round, ripe and lemony, it's more like a very good California sparkler than fine Champagne. Tasty, fruity and approachable, but missing the refinement and the texture that elevates the very top Champagnes.",Brut,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-nv-brut-champagne-63324/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
14.6,Red,US,"Voluptuous and sensual, this is an exotically ripe style of Merlot that joins lush fruit and toasty oak with a fine tannin-acid structure. They used to call Merlot the soft Cabernet, and in this case it really is true. At its best now.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Frazier
12.5,White,Austria,"Makes an interesting contrast to the spice-driven flavors of Felsner's Vordernberg bottling, by offering honeyed stones and peaches in a medium-bodied format. Finishes with bright notes of citrus zest.",Gedersdorfer Moosburgerin,20,88,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2005 Gedersdorfer Moosburgerin Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2005-gedersdorfer-moosburgerin-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Felsner
13.5,Red,US,"This Cab is dry and tart in acids. It shows polished blackberry jam, coffee and cocoa flavors, finishing with spicy licorice and Hoisin sauce. A good expression of Dry Creek Valley Cabernet. Drink now.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Harvest Moon 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harvest-moon-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Harvest Moon
14.4,White,US,"I like the oak on this wine, also the crispness, the tropical fruit flavors, but the creamy mouthfeel, and the way the fruit is yielding to a sweet nutty character. It's just beginning a slow down and should remain interesting through 2007.",The Pinnacles,35,88,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Michaud 2002 The Pinnacles Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michaud-2002-pinnacles-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2002,Michaud
,Red,US,"Though not from the estate vineyard, this is a well-done reserve from this new and substantial Eola Hills vintner. Sweet and juicy, it's like the concentrate of blackberry, raspberry and boysenberry. Good tannic structure supports the fruit.",Reserve,55,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Methven Family Vineyards
13,White,France,"This is an enjoyable wine, open and soft, with crisp white and yellow fruits, a touch of citrus and a touch of wood to give it all shape. Drink now.",,54,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Morey-Blanc 2004  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morey-blanc-2004-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2004,Morey-Blanc
14.5,White,US,"With crushed pineapple flavors enhanced with a bit of oak, this wine gets the tastebuds watering. It has fine balance, elegance and varietal character. The winemaker recommends poached salmon, which, with a sprig of dill and a squirt of lemon, seems perfect.",Reserve,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2004-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Raymond
14.5,Red,US,"Reminds me of the '97, a very ripe but very tannic wine that didn't offer much early on. The tannins on the '03 are bigtime astringent, locking down the palate, but oodles of ripely sweet cherry and cedar flavors tease. Best after 2008.",Three Palms Vineyard,80,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2003 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2003-three-palms-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Duckhorn
12,White,Germany,"Considerably heftier than the light-bodied 2004 version, and a better wine for the extra weight, with baked apple, melon and spice notes amply filling out this wine's medium body. Finishes long, picking up a dusting of cinnamon and crushed stone.",Classic QbA,17,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2005 Classic QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2005-classic-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
,White,France,"Roux Père et Fils, based in Saint-Aubin, has done much to enhance the reputation of the appellation. This wine shows the potential of the ripe fruit that can be produced in a year such as 2004. Perhaps the winemaker was carried away by new wood, but that should tone down in a year.",La Pucelle,28,88,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Roux Père et Fils 2004 La Pucelle  (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2004-pucelle-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2004,Roux Père et Fils
14,Red,Argentina,"Smooth and ripe, with woody aromas of toasted coconut and vanilla. The palate is all black cherry and cassis, while the finish is smooth and easy, with a light wave of mocha at the base. Overall it's an integrated wine with balance.",Reserva,13,88,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2004-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2004,Finca Las Moras
14.5,White,US,"Here's a high-acid, minerally Chard, that's clean in citrus zest, pink grapefruit and richer peach and pear flavors. With a touch of smoky oak, it's balanced elegance.",Scherrer Vineyard,26,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Scherrer 2003 Scherrer Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2003-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Scherrer
14.8,Red,US,"Aromatically inviting, with clean, focused cherry, pomegranate, cola and oak scents leading to a full-bodied palate. A little heavy and hot, but otherwise a very nice Pinot that can hold for a few years.",Emily's Cuvée,38,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mueller 2004 Emily's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mueller-2004-emilys-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Mueller
14.5,Red,US,"Better than last year's bottling, which was prickly and hot, the '04 has a coffee and tobacco edge, as well as hints of Provençal herbs and bitter, unsweetened chocolate. In addition, there are cherry and plum skin flavors.",Snow Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2004 Snow Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2004-snow-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Peachy Canyon
15,Red,US,"I love the rich, chewy texture on this Syrah. It's all velvet and chocolaty fudge. The flavors are very ripe and forward, showing blackberry tart, mocha and charred oak. There are also some furry tannins and a touch of sweetness from the alcohol and fruit. Needs time. Best 2007–2010.",Verna's Vineyard,38,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2004 Verna's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2004-vernas-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Jaffurs
14.1,White,US,"Dry, bright in acids, and fruity, with kiwi and lime flavors that finish with a spicy flourish. This is a nicely elegant Chard that won't break the bank.",,12,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Guenoc 2004 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2004-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Guenoc
13,Red,Argentina,"An entirely different breed. The nose hints strongly at bacon and spice, but it also weaves in subtle red-fruit notes. Out of the ordinary on the palate, too, where cherry flavors are light but savory. A touch odd and slick, but good because it's not standard.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,,,Alfredo Roca 2003 Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfredo-roca-2003-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2003,Alfredo Roca
12,White,Germany,"Starts off with beautiful scents of minerals, dried spices and a hint of peach, but not quite as attractive on the palate, where it seems heavy at times despite some unreleased CO2. Then it turns tangy-tart on the finish. This youthful wine comes across as a bit disjointed; hopefully, that will improve over the next few months in bottle and this rating will look conservative.",Trocken QbA,16,85,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2005 Trocken QbA Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2005-trocken-qba-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2005,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan
13,Red,US,"Wölffer Merlots are similar in style: high acidity and mild tannins on a light- to medium-bodied frame. This vintage has aromas of red berry, earth, spice and dill, while the palate is similar, but with a burnt character and dill playing a leading role.",Estate Selection,35,84,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2002 Estate Selection Merlot (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2002-estate-selection-merlot-long-island-hamptons/,Merlot,2002,Wölffer
13.7,White,US,"This everyday wine starts with a blast of cat pee, then offers more generous fig, honeydew, apricot and citrus fruit flavors that finish dry, or nearly so. Zingy acidity makes it all clean and vibrant.",,14,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Château Souverain
13.5,White,US,"Easy and nice, with plenty of tropical fruit and spice flavors wrapped in a crisp package. The peaches, pineapples and melons linger long into the finish.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2005 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2005-viognier-other/,Viognier,2005,Pepperwood Grove
13.5,White,Argentina,"Lightly waxy, with inoffensive but innocuous floral aromas. The palate shows citrus candy and weight, while the finish is more or less the same. Registers as a pulpy, chunky white as opposed to something lithe and snappy.",,10,83,Other,La Rioja,,Ichanka 2005 Torrontés (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ichanka-2005-torrontes-rioja/,Torrontés,2005,Ichanka
12.4,Red,Argentina,"Simple earth, rubber and berry aromas come prior to cranberry, plum and cherry flavors. Finishes quickly, with drying tannins. A tight, limited wine that won't offend or excite.",Sangiovese-Bonarda,7,83,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Viña Antigua 2004 Sangiovese-Bonarda Red (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-antigua-2004-sangiovese-bonarda-red-maipu/,Red Blend,2004,Viña Antigua
13.5,White,US,"Nice price, clean wine, and probably unoaked. However, the fruit is kind of thin and watery.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,Fusée 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusee-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Fusée
12.5,Red,US,"Earth, funk and spice aromas dominate purple fruit, while the palate is extracted and chunky, showing chalky tannins and solid acidity. Generic dark fruit and blueberry flavors are accompanied by ever-present spice, earth and barnyard.",Estate,15,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2001 Estate Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2001-estate-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2001,Raphael
16,Dessert,US,"Very sweet but clumsy, with a weird medicinal, Band-Aid smell. The sugary blackberry taste is one-dimensional.",Serres Ranch Late Harvest,30,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Generations of Sonoma 2005 Serres Ranch Late Harvest Aleatico (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/generations-sonoma-2005-serres-ranch-late-harvest-italian-red-aleatico-sonoma-valley/,Aleatico,2005,Generations of Sonoma
14,Red,Italy,"This wine towers over others in terms of excellence. This blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 10% Syrah and other varieties (that sees 14 months of barrique) is the epitome of grace and elevates wine drinking to almost spiritual heights: The nose is horizontal, wide, vast and infinite with extraordinary tobacco, leather with fine cherry at its core and toasted almond and herbal notes at the extremities. The palate is treated to soft tones of vanilla, silky tannins and overall finesse that can be savored over long minutes.",Guado al Tasso,80,95,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Marchesi Antinori 2000 Guado al Tasso  (Bolgheri Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2000-guado-al-tasso-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Red Blend,2000,Marchesi Antinori
,Sparkling,France,"An attractively perfumed wine, with white flowers, cut grass and thyme. To taste, it is soft, with the delicacy of Chardonnay giving an elegance to the intense green, crisp flavors. This should be a long-lived wine–at least 10 years.",Grand Brut,85,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset 1999 Grand Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-1999-grand-brut-champagne-62200/,Champagne Blend,1999,Gosset
,Red,South Africa,"Very ripe and powerful, this Cabernet is built for aging. Dry, firm tannins overlay cassis and herbal flavors, while cedar and toast aromas come from new French wood aging. Sourced from a top Franschhoek Valley vineyard, this is impressive.",,46,94,Franschhoek,,,Boekenhoutskloof 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenhoutskloof-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-franschhoek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Boekenhoutskloof
,Sparkling,France,"Gosset packs this prestige cuvée in a traditional skittle bottle. Almost bone dry to taste, this is full of nervous energy, pink grapefruit flavors, crisp acidity and layers of intense almond and toast flavors.",Celebris Brut,150,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset 1996 Celebris Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-1996-celebris-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Gosset
,Red,US,"Although this wine is drinkable now, it has the stuffing to improve through 2009 or so. It's absolutely delicious in forward, almost jammy red cherry, sweet rhubarb pie, cola and mocha flavors, but also has high acidity and dusty tannins, all wrapped in the most elegantly silky mouthfeel you can imagine. The minerally tightness suggests mid-term cellaring.",Rosemary's Vineyard,65,94,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2003 Rosemary's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2003-rosemarys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Talley
,Sparkling,France,"This is a full-blown, opulent, decadent wine that is packed with wonderful strawberry and ripe fruit flavors. It's at its peak now; it's a generous, delicious glass of wine that overflows with ripe flavors.",Dom Perignon Rosé,300,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1995 Dom Perignon Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1995-dom-perignon-rose-champagne-62052/,Champagne Blend,1995,Moët & Chandon
15.4,White,US,"Don't look for fat, buttery stuff here. This wine is as streamlined as a steel girder. With high acidity and a firm minerality, it hits the palate clean and spicy. But once it warms up, wham! Exotic kiwis, limes and mangoes take over as well as the buttercream effects of barrel fermentation. Fantastic concentration, and probably good for a decade.",Cuvée Diana,36,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2004 Cuvée Diana Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2004-cuvee-diana-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Longoria
,Red,South Africa,"Series M is based on Merlot and Malbec, with the two Cabernets also in the blend. Very modern in style, it has polished elegance, packs a punch of black fruits, dense mulberry flavors and long, smooth oak tastes.",Series M,50,93,Paarl,,,Vilafonté 2004 Series M Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilafonte-2004-series-m-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Vilafonté
14,White,US,"New oak bursts forth in an immediate blast of smoky char, while airing reveals lemonddrop, honeysuckle, buttercream and fresh spice notes. The wine is marvelously complicated, zesty in acidity, with all kinds of fruit, flower and spice flavors. Represents a whole new dimension in California Viognier.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Saints and Sinners,30,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Domaine des Mondes 2005 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Saints and Sinners Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mondes-2005-sanford-benedict-vineyard-saints-sinners-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2005,Domaine des Mondes
,Red,France,"A blend of one-third each Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah, year-in and year-out this is among Lirac's top wines, if not the top. In 2003, it's rich, ripe and a touch alcoholic, but still boasts well-defined aromas of plum and spice. In the mouth, it's like liquid chocolate fudge--velvety, yet never ponderous or heavy. Ready to drink now, but should last up to 10 years.",La Reine des Bois,39,93,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2003 La Reine des Bois Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2003-reine-bois-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Mordorée
,Sparkling,France,"This Deutz prestige cuvée has a blend of red and white grapes (as contrasted with the blanc de blancs Amour de Deutz). It is beautifully balanced, the superripe Chardonnay giving richness to the structured red grapes. Great with spicy foods, this is a wine that has developed relatively quickly and is ready to drink now.",Cuvée William Deutz Brut,184,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1998 Cuvée William Deutz Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1998-cuvee-william-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Deutz
,Sparkling,France,"This is a blend of Pinots and Chardonnay. It is very open and reflective of the vintage; it's a generous wine that improves with air. Green plum flavors give the wine ripe fruit, while the acidity wells up to finish.",Extra Cuvée de Réserve Brut,80,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger 1998 Extra Cuvée de Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-1998-extra-cuvee-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Pol Roger
14.5,Red,US,"As full-flavored as this is, it maintains the delicate elegance Pinot should have. It strikes the palate with great balance, a composite of fine acidity, easy but complex tannins, and superb cherry, tea and oak flavors with an underlying minerality. Showcases the greatness of Arroyo Grande Valley as a source of some of the best Pinots from California.",Les Galets,60,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2004 Les Galets Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2004-galets-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Laetitia
11,Dessert,Italy,"A very impressive and sensual late-harvest wine from Piedmont that delivers an incredible complexity of aromas including  roasted honey, apricot honey and maple syrup. But what really delighted and surprised me was its sudden burst of fresh flowers—like walking into a florists' shop. With a beautiful polished copper color and a dense and concentrated finish.",Oro Moscato Passito,,93,Piedmont,Piedmont,,La Spinetta 2000 Oro Moscato Passito Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinetta-2000-oro-moscato-passito-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,2000,La Spinetta
,Sparkling,France,"From the ripe, open 1995 vintage, this is a round wine with flavors of lemons, grapefruits and almonds. The angles of acidity have been turned into curves as it develops and softens. This is ready to drink now, but should age well over 5–10 years.",Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut,225,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Salon 1995 Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salon-1995-le-mesnil-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-62021/,Chardonnay,1995,Salon
,Red,South Africa,"John X. Merriman purchased part of the Rustenberg farm in 1892 (it was subsequently bought by the current owners, the Barlow family, in 1940) and this Cabernet-dominated blend is named after him. As with all Rustenberg wines, this is a fine, structured bottling that's more than New World. Offers smoky fruit, a mineral character, and dry tannins. This has potential to age for at least five years.",John X Merriman,30,93,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2004 John X Merriman Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2004-john-x-merriman-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Rustenberg
14.2,Red,US,"Fascinating to taste this alongside Fife's 2002 Redhead Red. Both wines have pretty much the same Southern Rhône blend, although they're from different vintages. L'Attitude is a bigger, more complex wine, thicker and perhaps softer, but everything is deeper and more intriguing. It's one of the best Carignane-based wines I've ever had.",L'Attitude 39,18,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 2001 L'Attitude 39 Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2001-lattitude-39-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Fife
14.9,White,US,"Bob Cabral has crafted a wine that combines purity of fruit with power and silky elegance. The wine explodes with baked apricot, nectarine and guava flavors, the kind of fruit filling that oozes out of a buttery tart fresh from the oven. Yet bright acidity balances it out. Oak adds the perfect touch of vanilla and marzipan.",,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"A blend of two great vineyards, Shadow Canyon and Laetitia, this wine is notable for its delicacy and charm. But that doesn't mean it's wimpy. It's tremendously rich in cherry preserves, kirsch, cassis and spices, but maintains a crisp balance and freshness. Very fine and dry finish.",,30,93,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Herman Story 2004 Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herman-story-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,2004,Herman Story
,Red,France,"A tour de force from the 2004 vintage, combining the floral and spice hallmarks of the year's moderate temperatures with deftly polished structure and weight. Raspberry and blackberry flavors are bold and rich, while the tannins are strong yet supple. Drink–through 2020.",La Sabarotte,75,93,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Domaine Courbis 2004 La Sabarotte  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courbis-2004-sabarotte-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Courbis
14.5,White,US,"Here's a steely, minerally, sleek Chardonnay. Call it Cali-Chablis, if you will. That doesn't mean it's lean. Quite the opposite, it's an enormously complicated wine, with oak, lees and underlying peach custard and spicy mango cream flavors that finish long and dry. And what great acidity. Makes your mouth water. Chalk Hill is simply doing an amazing job lately, especially with Chardonnay.",Estate,42,93,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2003 Estate Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2003-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2003,Chalk Hill
14.5,Red,US,"The primary source of this Zin is from Dry Creek Valley. It's rare to find this quality and quantity of upfront fruit in a Zin that's so balanced, but here it is. Massive raspberry, cherry, blackberry, mocha and Asian spice flavors, with buttery, smoky oak notes. Just delicious. Drink now.",Old Vine,25,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Sparkling,France,"Very dry on the palate, this is nevertheless a rich, full-bodied wine, from a parcel of old vines. The flavors are still young, but show the promise of intense fruitiness, white fruits, and currants. Just a touch of toastiness reveals the fact the wine was aged in barrels before blending.",Collection Blanc de Pinot Noir,37,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Dehours 2002 Collection Blanc de Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehours-2002-collection-blanc-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,2002,Dehours
14,Red,South Africa,"Beyers Truter, legendary winemaker of Kanonkop (which he left in 2004) also produces wines from his own estate, Beyerskloof. This Cab-Merlot blend is a smooth, ripe wine, with full-on juicy fruit backed up by sweet, ripe tannins. But it is not excessive, as the brakes of restraint are put on just at the right moment.",,35,93,Stellenbosch,,,Beyerskloof 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyerskloof-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Beyerskloof
,Red,France,"Saint Cosme assembles this wine from seven different parcels and gives it a relatively short (2 week) maceration. The result is a wine of exceptional complexity and finesse, starting with delicate herb and violet aromas. Red plum and stone fruit flavors take hold of the midpalate, yet there's always an intriguing spice note in the background. Rich, yet fresh, with great length. Drink now–2015.",,65,93,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Saint Cosme 2004  Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-cosme-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2004,Saint Cosme
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Slightly richer than the Charleston Sercial, the Boston Bual boasts knockout aromas of toasted nut oil, orange peel and hints of dark honey or maple syrup. Despite the extra weight and sweetness, it's not cloying at all—the finish is mouthwatering and long.",Historic Series Boston Bual Special Reserve,40,93,Madeira,,,The Rare Wine Co. NV Historic Series Boston Bual Special Reserve Madeira (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rare-wine-co-nv-historic-series-boston-bual-special-reserve-madeira-blend-madeira/,Madeira Blend,,The Rare Wine Co.
14.8,Red,US,"Just delicious, a really fine Syrah notable for its balance and complexity. Dry and smoky, it has plum, blackberry and coffee flavors, with a streak of sweet anise and leather. Doesn't say so on the label, but the grapes came from the Unti Vineyard. The tannins are rich and thick, but this wine is best in its flashy youth.",,32,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Longfellow 2003 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longfellow-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2003,Longfellow
,Red,US,"The Syrah is the superstar of Januik's superb red wine lineup. Saturated, sappy and brilliantly detailed, it combines the audacious fruit power of perfectly ripened Washington Syrah with the zest of fresh-squeezed citrus and notes of pepper, tar and graphite. Beautiful definition and elegant power.",,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik Winery 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-winery-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Januik Winery
13.5,Red,Italy,"One of Italy's most recognized labels, this blockbuster 85-10-5% Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc blend evolves slowly and seductively under your nose to reveal blackberry, black cherry, graphite notes, well-integrated vanilla. The mouthfeel is lush and concentrated with silky smooth tannins and a long finish that revisits those gorgeous tobacco, berry and dusty notes.",Tignanello,70,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi Antinori 2001 Tignanello Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2001-tignanello-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2001,Marchesi Antinori
,Sparkling,France,"A tour de force from this cooperative, whose vines are concentrated in the grand cru vineyards of Mailly. This is a big, bold wine, dominated by Pinot Noir, but with layers of creamy Chardonnay showing through. This is still young, and will certainly age.",Les Echansons,89,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 1996 Les Echansons  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-1996-echansons-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Mailly Grand Cru
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The Historic Series are simply great Madeiras at reasonable prices. The Charleston Sercial is the driest of the collection, offering nutty aromas tinged with honey, caramel and maple syrup. Dried figs, honey and candied citrus flavors mark the palate, which is wonderfully smooth. The long finish features racy yet balanced acidity.",Historic Series Charleston Sercial Special Reserve,40,93,Madeira,,,The Rare Wine Co. NV Historic Series Charleston Sercial Special Reserve Madeira (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rare-wine-co-nv-historic-series-charleston-sercial-special-reserve-madeira-blend-madeira/,Madeira Blend,,The Rare Wine Co.
,Red,South Africa,"This is one of South Africa's great Cabernets, a particular success in a difficult vintage. It has all the richness and power, but it combines that with elegance and structure. The tannins are dry, promising good aging, while the acidity comes from ripe black currant and black plum fruits. Age for another five years at least.",,29,93,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rust en Vrede
,Sparkling,France,"The aromas are almost honeyed, the palate is poised, elegant, crisply green. Despite its youth, this blanc de blancs shows delicious white fruit and crisp green flavors. Great as an apéritif, as it develops and ages, it should also be a good food wine.",Fleuron Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,55,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 1999 Fleuron Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-1999-fleuron-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils
12,Sparkling,France,"From a 6-acre parcel of grand cru vines, this blanc de blancs is still very young. Its pink grapefruit and mineral characters accent a core of lively acidity. It needs time, another five years at least, but is already an impressive wine.",Grand Cru Le Mesnil-sur-Oger,69,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Pascal Doquet 1997 Grand Cru Le Mesnil-sur-Oger Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-doquet-1997-grand-cru-le-mesnil-sur-oger-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1997,Pascal Doquet
12,Sparkling,France,"This top wine from Pannier is beautifully crafted and balanced, a credit to the cooperative. It has intense flavors of grapefruit, livened with lemon zest and fresh, crisp acidity. But there is also a weight to it, and a layer of acidity that suggests good aging potential.",Egérie de Pannier Brut,77,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier 1999 Egérie de Pannier Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-1999-egerie-de-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Pannier
,Red,South Africa,"A big, fat, juicy wine that nonetheless preserves elegance and freshness. There's a touch of eucalyptus and mint, plus an  herbal character. The acidity holds the whole thing in balance. From master red winemaker Kevin Arnold, this is a wine that needs aging. Give it three to four years before opening.",,27,93,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Waterford
12,Sparkling,France,"This special cuvée is named after the cellar workers whose job was to watch over casks of the best wines. Like other Henriot wines, this is dry, rich and toasty; it's fresh and citrusy on the finish.",Cuvée des Enchant-eleurs Brut,149,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriot 1995 Cuvée des Enchant-eleurs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriot-1995-cuvee-enchant-eleurs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Henriot
,Red,France,"From a 3.75-acre parcel of this grand cru, this is stunning red Burgundy, amazingly complex, lushly fruited and—yes—ageworthy. Plum and black cherry flavors lead the way, but they're joined by notes of meat, earth, wild game, mushroom and saddle leather. Full and lush in the mouth, this is richly tannic but not hard, as some vintages have been in the past.",,123,93,Burgundy,Mazis-Chambertin,,Faiveley 2004  Mazis-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-pinot-noir-mazis-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
,Red,South Africa,"The Nieuwould family has farmed at Cederberg for five generations—hence the name. This top Cabernet from the estate vineyards comes from old vines, giving huge concentration and elegance. Aged for 18 months in wood, this intense, berry- dominated wine also shows big, dry fruit tannins, and should age for a good 10 years.",Five Generations,49,93,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2003 Five Generations Cabernet Sauvignon (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2003-five-generations-cabernet-sauvignon-cederberg/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Cederberg
,Red,US,"Pure Syrah from a great lineup of vineyards. In this freeze year the Walla Walla vineyard produced no fruit, so winemaker Trey Busch sourced his grapes from an all-star lineup including Lewis, Minick, Portteus and Columbia Crest. Densely packed with mixed purple fruits, it also sports a mix of wet leaf, earth and herb flavors that add texture and beaucoup aroma. This leans towards the funky side, in a style more reminiscent of France than Australia, but what amazing flavors.",,42,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Basel Cellars
13.9,White,US,"Brander's stainless steel fermented Sauvignon is an exciting wine, simply brilliant in pure fruit and mouthwatering acidity. It's as fresh as a harvest morning, with intense flavors of lemongrass, gooseberry, tangerine zest, green grass and vanilla. Certainly at the top of its class.",Au Naturel,30,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2005 Au Naturel Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2005-au-naturel-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Brander
,Red,South Africa,"Series C is the Cabernet-dominated version of a wine that brings together the winemaking talents of California winemaker Zelma Long and her viticulturist husband Phil Freese, along with Warwick Estate's Mike Ratcliffe and San Francisco-based importer Bartholemew Broadbent. Coffee, chocolate and dark berry fruits dominate this brooding wine that shows intensity and power. Yet it never becomes heavy or overripe—here there is a good sense of balance that lifts the wine, especially in the aftertaste.",Series C,70,94,Paarl,,,Vilafonté 2004 Series C Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilafonte-2004-series-c-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Vilafonté
,Sparkling,France,"Philipponnat's 1522 cuvée is a reference to the date of the first record of Philipponnat as grape growers in Ay. It's one of their top wines, and shows off the food- friendly, rich style typical of this producer. It's ripe, rounded, full-bodied, and dominated by Pinot Noir giving it great depth of flavor. It's also a wine meant for aging.",Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru,85,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat 2000 Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-2000-cuvee-1522-grand-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Philipponnat
,Red,US,"As with the Ciel bottling, this is pure Syrah from a single vineyard. As usual, the Boushey is more forward and opulent and this vintage is packed with flavors and scents of smoked meat, herb, red fruits and chocolate. Despite its heft it remains precise, focused and beautifully defined. No blast of new oak; it's got wonderful balance.",Boushey Vineyard,52,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2003 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2003-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,McCrea
,Red,South Africa,"Over a quarter of a century ago, this was one of the first South African Bordeaux blends. It is still one of the best, a ripely tannic, firm wine that owes a lot to the structure given by ripe grapes from mature vines. Great acidity, great black currant fruits, and great style.",Rubicon,30,94,Stellenbosch,,,Meerlust 2001 Rubicon Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerlust-2001-rubicon-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Meerlust
,Red,US,"This tiny Walla Walla producer made just 220 cases of this Willow Crest Vineyard Syrah. It's a dazzling display of elegant power, offering polished red fruits with overtones of peach, apricot and candied orange. Finishes with a well-defined tannic edge nuanced with ash and smoke.",,28,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stephenson Cellars 2003 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephenson-cellars-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,Stephenson Cellars
,White,France,"At five years of age, this is still a young wine, keeping much of its appeal firmly under wraps. The tight aromas and flavors only gradually reveal hints of their future grandeur in tantalizing glimpses of honey, anise, orange peel and pineapple. Yet the neverending length and pronounced minerality to this wine's finish leaves no doubt of its ultimate quality. Try after 2010?",Le Méal,134,94,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2001 Le Méal Marsanne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2001-le-meal-marsanne-hermitage/,Marsanne,2001,M. Chapoutier
,Red,US,"Winemaker Eric Dunham was the first to latch onto the fruit coming from this exceptional site in the Rattlesnake Hills, and this is as good as any Syrah made in Washington. An awesome nose with spectacular intensity spills out of the glass, carrying superb raspberry scents. The wine is crisp and focused, intense and nuanced. Flavors float from raspberry into the cherry cola realm, heading for a lingering, elegant finish.",Lewis Vineyard,75,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2004 Lewis Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2004-lewis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Dunham
14.1,Red,US,"This is one of the top vineyards in the appellation, sought by anyone who can get the grapes. Co-owner Kathy Joseph has crafted a voluptuous, sensual Pinot that's soft, beguiling and superrich in cherry pie, smoky char and cinnamon-spicy vanilla flavors. It's the kind of Pinot everyone wants to make but usually can't.",Fiddlestix Vineyard Lollapalloza,50,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fiddlehead 2004 Fiddlestix Vineyard Lollapalloza Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlehead-2004-fiddlestix-vineyard-lollapalloza-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Fiddlehead
,Sparkling,France,"Dominated by Chardonnay, this wine has great depth of flavor, benefiting from the 13 years-aging on lees before disgorging. It is now a fine, balanced, mature wine, dominated by grilled almond and toast flavors, leaving a pure trail of acidity to finish.",Cuvée des Enchanteleurs Brut,149,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriot 1990 Cuvée des Enchanteleurs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriot-1990-cuvee-enchanteleurs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Henriot
,Sparkling,France,"Dehours makes a range of single cépage Champagnes from specific parcels of old vines. This parcel of Pinot Noir in Mareuil-le-Port was aged in wood before blending, giving a superbly ripe, quite toasty, spicy character. It does need time, and is obviously a wine for aging, but even now it has great, ripe peach and lemongrass flavors. Not imported.",Collection Blanc de Pinot Noir,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Dehours 2000 Collection Blanc de Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehours-2000-collection-blanc-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,2000,Dehours
,Sparkling,France,"A blanc de blancs, vinified in wood (15% new). It is rich, creamy, and still young with citrus and tropical fruits vying for dominance at this early stage. Wait for this wine to develop over the next five years—it will be magnificent.",Cuvée des Caudalies Grand Cru Brut,120,94,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils 2000 Cuvée des Caudalies Grand Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-2000-cuvee-caudalies-grand-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2000,De Sousa & Fils
,Red,US,"Here you will find classic Bourbon barrel-vanilla flavors, but with bright, polished fruit showing through. This is firm and substantial—very clean winemaking—crisp, tight, polished and silky. Already it's showing layers of berries, currants and blueberries.",,70,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Leonetti Cellar
,Red,US,"A step beyond the immense 2003, this actually supercedes the sheer massive power of that wine with a sleeker, more elegant structure. Classy, bright, lifted scents lead into a peppery, red-fruited Syrah annotated with citrus oil. Tart, young, clean and delineated, it is Matt Loso's immaculate, concise winemaking at its best. This can go a long way; it continues to add depth and layers of mineral and texture as it breathes open.",Hedges Vineyard,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Matthews 2004 Hedges Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matthews-2004-hedges-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2004,Matthews
,Sparkling,France,"A delicious, welcoming, generous wine that also manages to keep the pure, mineral character of Chardonnay. It has a very direct, linear, steely taste. Great acidity plays a part, as do ripe, fruity flavors and fine balance. This wine should develop well, but it's delicious now.",Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut,150,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1998 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1998-comtes-champagne-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Taittinger
12,Sparkling,France,"Gorgeous, delicious fruit, with flavors of crisp apples and lemon zest underlined by an intensity of structure and flavor. There is just great depth to this impressive wine. The only flaw is that it is too young—wait another five years.",Extra Cuvée de Réserve Blanc de Chardonnay Brut,99,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger 1998 Extra Cuvée de Réserve Blanc de Chardonnay Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-1998-extra-cuvee-reserve-blanc-chardonnay-brut-champagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Pol Roger
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a Pinot that stands out even among its appellative peers. The usual cherry and cola fruit is there, but there's a thyme-and-lavender edge that calls to mind certain southern French wines, and a savage, sweet leather and animal character that practically cries out for duck or game. The wine is very dry, fairly oaky, and young in raw, juicy acidity. Give it until 2007 to soften.",,60,94,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Wedell Cellars 2003 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Wedell Cellars
,Sparkling,France,"Certainly an apéritif style, this is still a rich Chardonnay, toasty, developed, with white flower aromas and honey and citrus flavors, that hint at tropical fruits. This is a beautifully balanced wine, flowing through its development towards maturity, but still with good aging potential.",Amour de Deutz Blanc de Blancs Brut,206,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1999 Amour de Deutz Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1999-amour-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Deutz
,Red,US,"Maybe it's the snake venom, but this is seriously good Syrah. Blackberry and cherry pie aromas and flavors, with caramelized oak, mocha, chocolate macaroon and vanilla extravagances that turn richer and richer with every sip. Defines Syrah's power and elegance with immediate, voluptuous pleasure.",Rattlesnake Rock,55,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Big Basin 2004 Rattlesnake Rock Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2004-rattlesnake-rock-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2004,Big Basin
,Red,US,"Oaky, toasty and spicy, this thick, massive Merlot is packed with berries, cherries, plums and chocolate. The Cab Franc adds meaty tannins to the beautiful blueberry, blue plum and blackberry fruit. A sweet, supple Merlot with hints of coffee, black tea and earth. Makes you wish Quilceda made more of it.",,65,95,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Quilceda Creek 2003 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Quilceda Creek
,Sparkling,France,"Hugely toasty, nutty, mature, this is a delicious wine. The richness of the apple and cream flavors gives way to a finely balanced wine that keeps lightness in play with intense flavors. Drink now, it is in perfect condition.",Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut,140,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1996 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1996-comtes-champagne-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1996,Taittinger
,Sparkling,France,"This is a classic food Champagne, hugely rich, toasty, generous. Yes, there is acidity and minerality, but these individual factors are less important than the overall opulence of this intense wine. It is still amazingly young, fresh and vibrant, but also so powerful.",Brut,500,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug 1989 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-1989-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1989,Krug
,Red,South Africa,"This was the first Bordeaux blend from the Cape, and remains one of the very best. This 2004 is stylish, very Bordeaux in its structure, yet shows a richness of fruit that Bordeaux can only envy. Black currants, dry tannins and a sense of great ageability—they are all there.",Estate Reserve (Trilogy),32,95,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2004 Estate Reserve (Trilogy) Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2004-estate-reserve-trilogy-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Warwick
,Dessert,US,"This Chardonnay and Riesling blend tastes TBA—totally botrytis affected—which it was, resulting in an intensely concentrated sweet wine. With 10% residual sugar, it has apricot nectar flavors and a dessert pastry, lemon chiffon thing going on. Always one of California's top dessert wines, the '03 is completely delicious.",Violetta Dessert Wine,75,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2003 Violetta Dessert Wine White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2003-violetta-dessert-wine-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2003,Grgich Hills
,Red,France,"Incredibly rich, velvety-textured and long, this is a great example of Hermitage from a superripe vintage. It's dense like fruitcake without being excessively heavy, and boasts such a panopoly of nuance as to be spellbinding, ranging from spice and herb to black olive and espresso. Wow! Drink now–2025.",Les Bessards,146,95,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2003 Les Bessards  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2003-bessards-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Delas Frères
15.2,Red,US,"Firm in acids, with some tannins, yet not at all hard. This is a magnificent, masculine Pinot Noir. It floods the palate with cherry pie, cola and mocha flavors, Asian spices and a sweet, smoky, buttery phyllo pastry quality. So technically perfect, with such structure, it seems guaranteed for the cellar. Drink now through 2010, but who knows how long it will last.",Fe Ciega Vineyard,43,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2004 Fe Ciega Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2004-fe-ciega-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Longoria
,Sparkling,France,"What a delicious wine. It shows the mineral, almost steely character of 1996. Flavors of grapefruit and green apples are pure and intense; a touch of toast wraps it up. Will develop over many years.",Cuvée William Deutz Brut,184,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1996 Cuvée William Deutz Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1996-cuvee-william-deutz-brut-champagne-62037/,Champagne Blend,1996,Deutz
,Red,US,"An extraordinary Syrah, from Ciel du Cheval grapes. It's supple and silky, yet retains classic fresh raspberry, cherry and boysenberry fruit that's bright and crisply defined by natural acids. The panoply of flavors is seamlessly woven into chocolaty tannins, with a final kick of gravelly minerality.",Annie Camarda,58,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Andrew Will 2002 Annie Camarda Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2002-annie-camarda-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2002,Andrew Will
14,Red,South Africa,"All the Bordeaux grapes are here, making this one of the most complete Bordeaux blends from South Africa. They go with the golfing legend of owner Ernie Els and the winemaking skills of Louis Strydom of Rust en Vrede to produce a very impressively elegant wine, which has delicious mint and smooth black fruit flavors over layers of dark tannins. Great aging potential for this world-class wine.",Limited Release,93,95,Stellenbosch,,,Ernie Els 2003 Limited Release Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernie-els-2003-limited-release-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Ernie Els
,Sparkling,France,"This is going to be a great wine: going to be, because it is still firm, dry, serious and very pure with structure over the red fruits and acidity. Give this wine another five years at least—and then it will be both impressive and delicious.",Dom Perignon Rosé,425,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1996 Dom Perignon Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1996-dom-perignon-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Moët & Chandon
12.5,Dessert,US,"Picked at an unbelievable 38 degrees of brix, with residual sugar of 12.5%, this is a very, very sweet wine. It has an unctuous, honeyed texture, but super-high acidity breaks it up. Flavorwise, it's botrytis-infected apricot-infused crème brûlée. Wow.",Lafond Vineyard Late Harvest,16,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2001 Lafond Vineyard Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2001-lafond-vineyard-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Santa Barbara Winery
,Sparkling,France,"A powerful Cristal, which has all the richness of the 1999 vintage. The aromas of white flowers and cocoa lead to a palate that is rich, intense, concentrated, but restrained. It is already drinkable, but should mature well.",Cristal Brut,188,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1999 Cristal Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1999-cristal-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Louis Roederer
,Sparkling,France,"Bone dry, this is a stunning wine that shows the aging qualities of the 1996 vintage as well as the intensity of Salon. It is packed with acidity and firm green fruits, leaving a twist of lemon and nuts on the finish.",Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut,300,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Salon 1996 Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salon-1996-le-mesnil-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1996,Salon
,Sparkling,France,"This is a wine that thrives on tension between its structure, opulence, elegance and poise. It is certainly ripe and opulent, but it is so well balanced and layered with acidity, and flavors of almonds, orange peel and kiwi fruits. It will certainly age.",Dom Pérignon,140,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1998 Dom Pérignon  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1998-dom-perignon-champagne-62042/,Champagne Blend,1998,Moët & Chandon
,Sparkling,France,"This minerally. toasty wine has flavors of almonds and white stone fruits, and a long, finish. It is still young, and is just coming into great balance. Elegant and ethereal.",Dom Pérignon,140,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1996 Dom Pérignon  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1996-dom-perignon-champagne-62043/,Champagne Blend,1996,Moët & Chandon
,Sparkling,France,"Impressively young, this wine shows both the open, tropical side of De Sousa's Champagnes and the firm, closed nature of 1996 bottlings. There is some toasty character and  lively acidity along with flavors of pineapple. Has great aging potential.",Extra Brut,130,96,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils 1996 Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-1996-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,De Sousa & Fils
,Sparkling,France,"A mature, honeyed nose shows how rich and open this beautiful wine is. It is rich and toasty, with layers of citrus and very ripe, almost honeyed, fruit. It is lively and fresh, with excellent structure. Ready to drink.",Brut,190,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-1995-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Krug
12,Sparkling,France,"The Bollinger R.D. (recently disgorged) is Bollinger's answer to a prestige cuvée. Keeping the wine long on its lees (this was disgorged in June 2006) yields a wine that is very much in the rich Bollinger style. This is a beautifully balanced wine, with acidity, intensity and  structure in perfect harmony. It is still so young, and certainly could age for years.",R.D. Extra Brut,190,97,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 1996 R.D. Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-1996-rd-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Bollinger
,Sparkling,France,"This is the current vintage of the limited-release Collection series, in which wines are held in stock, in bottle, by Krug for later release. This fabulous 1981 is mature, but still evolving. Gold in color, it is toasty, integrating flavors of nuts, cocoa and toffee, along with still fresh acidity.",Collection,500,98,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug 1981 Collection  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-1981-collection-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1981,Krug
12.5,Red,US,"Raw in acidity and sugary sweet, this Merlot has low alcohol.",,9,80,California,California Other,California,Guenoc 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Guenoc
13.9,Red,US,"Smells great, just like Merlot should, with cherry pie, violet, cocoa, cinnamon and toasty vanilla aromas. But it turns shockingly sweet in the mouth. It tastes more like ice cream topping than a table wine.",,18,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2004 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2004-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2004,Robert Hall
14,Red,Argentina,"The color and aromas stir intrigue, but the brutally sharp palate that runs on steam-roller acidity does it no favors. Succulent to the point of sour, and giant to the point of overdone, this wine needs to head back to the garage for a tune-up.",Reserva de Familia,20,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tittarelli 2003 Reserva de Familia Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tittarelli-2003-reserva-familia-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2003,Tittarelli
13.5,Rose,Argentina,"Hard and spiky on the nose, and not a whole lot better in the mouth. The flavors are tart and juicy, while the lean finish is ultratangy and sharp.",Los Cardos Rosé,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2005 Los Cardos Rosé Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2005-los-cardos-rose-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Doña Paula
13.5,Red,US,"Acceptable, but with harsh acidity and semi-sweet berry flavors.",,11,80,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Bogle
11,Red,US,Stemmy flavors dominate candied red fruit in this unripe wine that has chalky tannins and a tart feel.,,10,80,New York,New York Other,New York,Bully Hill 2003 Merlot (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bully-hill-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Bully Hill
13,Red,US,"The nose is less than appealing, with green notes meshing with prune and nail polish aromas. High acid and moderate tannins support decent purple fruit and almond skin flavors. A disappointment compared to the East End bottling.",Reserve,39,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2001 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2001-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2001,Jamesport
13.5,White,Argentina,"Smells lifeless, with mild bitterness and banana flavors. Sort of waxy on the finish, despite sharp acidity. Not as good as the winery's basic Torrontes.",Flor de Torrontes Reserva,13,80,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Bodega Lurton 2005 Flor de Torrontes Reserva Torrontés (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2005-flor-torrontes-reserva-uco-valley/,Torrontés,2005,Bodega Lurton
12.5,White,US,Not much going on in this watery wine. It tastes like alcohol with a few drops of grapefruit juice.,,11,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Turner Road 2005 Pinot Grigio (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turner-road-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Turner Road
13,Red,US,"The color is more brown than would be expected at this age, but flavors are still young, albeit candied. Red cherry and root beer aromas lead to sweet, tart cherry flavors.",,20,81,New York,New York Other,New York,Millbrook 2004 Pinot Noir (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2004-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Millbrook
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Not a lot of ambience to talk about. The nose is almost peanutty in its murkiness, while the flavors of cherry, burnt toast and green pepper are less than impressive. Not an overly bad wine; it just fails to impress at any juncture.",,12,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ambiente 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambiente-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Ambiente
13,Red,Argentina,"Gets out of the blocks with grassy, almost murky aromas. The palate is loaded with clipped, pinched fruit that's overly acidic and leaves a harsh impression on the cheeks and tongue. A wine that needs better balance and more.",Premium,12,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Simonassi 2004 Premium Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonassi-2004-premium-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Simonassi
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Foresty and damp on the nose, with just a touch of standard red fruit propping things up. Runs leafy and dry in the mouth, with a hard, almost bitter finish. Too tough and tannic to really enjoy.",Limited Edition,12,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sublimis 2004 Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sublimis-2004-limited-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Sublimis
13,Red,US,"This winery has produced better wines, as this one is tart in acidity and light- to medium-bodied. Flavors are in the unripe spectrum, going from green bean to candied berry to rhubarb. Oak adds a welcome spice, but a pickled finish leaves a last impression.",Reserve,30,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2002 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2002-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Palmer
14,Red,Argentina,"A lot of funk on the nose, and it never really goes away. Aromas of burnt coffee, sulfur and charred meat are less than attractive, while the palate runs weedy. Just too shaky and off to rate better.",,9,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Coiron 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiron-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Coiron
13,White,Argentina,"Modest, unfocused tangerine and passion fruit aromas lead to a plump, flat palate with dried apricot and passion fruit flavors. Seems soft on the finish, as if the acidity is low.",,9,81,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2005-sauvignon-blanc-san-juan/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Finca Las Moras
14,Red,Argentina,"Mint and tomato blend with red fruit on the nose. The palate is tight and tannic, with limited cherry and cassis flavors. Finishes dry and blanched, with little to offer.",,16,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,MJ Galliard 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mj-galliard-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,MJ Galliard
14,Red,Argentina,"In general, we've been liking Bosca's wines. But this Cabernet is murky and tomatoey, with too much stagnant character to earn a better score. Not really up to par.",Reserva,18,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luigi Bosca 2003 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2003-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Luigi Bosca
13,Red,US,A vegetal wine dealing rhubarb flavors along with mint and leather on the nose. It has high acidity but just enough sweetness to hold it.,,28,81,Michigan,Lake Michigan Shore,,Round Barn 2003 Pinot Noir (Lake Michigan Shore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-barn-2003-pinot-noir-lake-shore/,Pinot Noir,2003,Round Barn
14,Red,Argentina,"Ripeness is apparent from the first whiff of blackberry and prune. Yet the palate features tangy flavors that lead straight to a rubbery, almost bouncy finish. Full for sure but not very polished.",Reserva,13,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tittarelli 2004 Reserva Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tittarelli-2004-reserva-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,Tittarelli
13.8,Red,US,"Even in the cool Santa Monica Mountains of Malibu the heat waves of this vintage struck, and this wine suffered. It has Porty, raisiny aromas and a stewed-fruit taste, with heat on the finish.",,40,82,California,California Other,California,Malibu 2004 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malibu-2004-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Malibu
13.5,Red,US,"Simple, rustic and raw in acids, with semi-sweet blackberry and cherry jam flavors.",,24,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Field Stone 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Field Stone
,Red,US,"Way too sweet for my palate, as if a perfectly good Syrah had a tablespoon of white sugar added.",Stymie Founder's Reserve,45,82,California,Lake County,Lake County,Steele 2002 Stymie Founder's Reserve Syrah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2002-stymie-founders-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Syrah,2002,Steele
16.3,Red,US,"Smells caramelly and Porty, then tastes sweet and hot, with a sugary, blackberry jam finish. Some will like this style.",Cellar Select Potter Vineyards,28,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Perry Creek 2004 Cellar Select Potter Vineyards Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2004-cellar-select-potter-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Perry Creek
14.1,Red,US,"Smells caramelly and Porty, and tastes dry and astringent. A bitter Cab with little to recommend it.",Estate Reserve,27,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2002 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2002-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,San Marcos Creek
13.5,White,US,"Can't recommend this wine because it's just too thin. It's pretty much watery alcohol, with a few drops of Chard essence.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Dancing Bull
12,White,Argentina,"Pungent grapefruit aromas carry the aggressive yet fragile nose. Sheer and citric in the mouth, with sharp lemon-lime flavors. Zesty almost to the point of scouring.",Los Cardos,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2005 Los Cardos Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2005-los-cardos-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Doña Paula
12.8,Red,US,"Red fruit and celery aromas have a nice touch of oak, while the palate, which is light and lacking zest, deals red cherry, rhubarb and spice.",,50,82,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2004 Pinot Noir (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2004-pinot-noir-long-island-hamptons/,Pinot Noir,2004,Wölffer
14.1,Red,US,"More or less a Cal-Ital blend, the wine is aromatically pretty but very sweet in the mouth. It tastes like sugared blackberry tea and chocolate-filled cherry candies.",Toccata Riserva,32,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mandolina 2003 Toccata Riserva Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandolina-2003-toccata-riserva-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2003,Mandolina
14.1,Red,US,"I often find Leal's red wines to be too sweet and rustic in mouthfeel, and so it is with this Rhône blend. It has a roughly tannic texture and a sugary cherry finish.",Threesome,24,82,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2004 Threesome Red (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2004-threesome-red-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Leal Vineyards
14.7,Red,US,"Smells minty and herbal, and tastes bitterly acidic and underripe. Were the vines overcropped? Either way, this wine lacks the lushness and fruit that a red wine should have, especially a Rhône-style wine from Paso Robles.",Hall Ranch,24,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2004 Hall Ranch Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2004-ranch-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2004,Robert Hall
11.5,White,Germany,"Smells solid, showing hints of honey and melon layered over some stony notes, but turns dull and earthy on the palate, then roughly acidic on the finish.",Dry,11,82,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2004 Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2004-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2004,Louis Guntrum
14.2,Red,US,"Dry, with a cooked or stewed-berry flavor and tannic, acidic bitterness on the finish. Considerable French oak just adds oak to an ordinary wine.",,30,82,California,California Other,California,Malibu 2004 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malibu-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Malibu
14.1,Red,US,"Awkward, with sweet-and-sour Chinese food flavors. Now it's cherries, then it's balsamic. Finishes sugary sweet.",,21,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2003 Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2003-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,2003,Lucas & Lewellen
14.4,Red,US,"Simple and sweet, with cola and cherry cough medicine flavors. The sugary taste reprises on the finish.",Dutton Morelli Vineyard,42,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,WillowBrook Cellars 2004 Dutton Morelli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willowbrook-cellars-2004-dutton-morelli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,WillowBrook Cellars
14,Rose,US,"Rather dark and full-bodied for a blush wine, with candied raspberry and cherry flavors and a spicy, vanilla-sweet finish. I like the flavors, but the heaviness and sweetness are awkward.",Del Lago Syrah Rosé,18,83,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Ceago Vinegarden 2005 Del Lago Syrah Rosé Syrah (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceago-vinegarden-2005-lago-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Syrah,2005,Ceago Vinegarden
13,Red,US,"A lighter wine with tart acidity and moderate tannin. Brambly, fresh aromas of cranberry have green notes, leading to flavors much the same. Better with light cheese than steak.",,,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Baiting Hollow Farm Vineyard 2004 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baiting-hollow-farm-vineyard-2004-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2004,Baiting Hollow Farm Vineyard
12,White,US,"Easy and rustic, which in this case means lots of user-friendly, uncomplicated fruit. I wish it were drier, but it has good balancing acidity.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,King Fish NV Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-fish-nv-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,,King Fish
12.6,Red,US,"Simple and dry. An acidic wine with thin flavors of cherries, strawberries and greener, minty notes.",,10,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harlow Ridge 2005 Pinot Noir (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlow-ridge-2005-pinot-noir-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Noir,2005,Harlow Ridge
14.5,White,US,"Simple, with earthy flavors and thinned-down peaches and apples. There's a little oak. Finishes dry and crisp.",,18,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Abandon 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abandon-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Abandon
13.9,White,US,"Fruity and off-dry to sweet, this blend of four varieties has flavors of canned pears, peaches and apricots.",Old Vines Cuvee 11 White Table Wine,13,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Ladybug NV Old Vines Cuvee 11 White Table Wine White (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ladybug-nv-old-vines-cuvee-11-white-table-wine-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,White Blend,,Ladybug
14.4,White,Argentina,"A typical New World Chardonnay in that it starts with corny aromas that are matched by heavy toast notes. Act two is an ultra sweet palate that seems more sugary than ideal. Very tropical as well, with sweet mango and pineapple flavors. Too sweet to be convincing as a dry white.",Reserve,19,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2004-reserve-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Zolo
13.5,White,US,"Soft and simple, with candied peach and pear flavors and some oaky, leesy influence that makes it a little fancier.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Bogle
14.4,Red,US,Shows overripeness in the raisin flavors that accompany cherries and cassis. A fairly unbalanced wine that's probably at its best now.,,30,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Bell
13.5,Red,US,"Fresh and jammy, with sharp acidity and berry flavors that taste right out of the fermenter. Seems like it was released awfully young, but might calm down in a few months.",,25,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Brander
13.7,White,US,"Simple, with canned peach and apricot flavors and a slightly sweet finish.",,10,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harlow Ridge 2005 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlow-ridge-2005-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2005,Harlow Ridge
12.5,White,US,"Kind of soft and thin, but there's a nice, dry Chardonnay character and enough peaches and cream flavors smoky oak and creamy texture to satisfy.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Guenoc 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Guenoc
14,Red,US,"Riper than the '02, but still has an herbal, coffee taste that accentuates the alcohol, making for a chili-pepper burn on the finish.",,30,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,De Tierra 2003 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-tierra-2003-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2003,De Tierra
13.5,White,Argentina,"Light up front, with slight floral and banana aromas. Flavors of lemon and apple are short and clean, while a tangy finish closes it out. Fairly big for Torrontes but not offering much in the way of character.",,9,83,Other,Cafayate,,Finca Koch 2004 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-koch-2004-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2004,Finca Koch
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A wine that's seriously muscled up with tannin and oak. That's what you get with this rugged Argentinean Cabernet that comes with leafy notes of tobacco and mint along with raspy, grippy berry fruit. Maybe another year in bottle will help; now it's not that pleasant.",,15,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Koch 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-koch-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Finca Koch
12.5,Red,US,"From the oldest vineyard on Long Island comes this well-oaked wine. Fruit is missing from the bouquet, which has mint and spice but also nail polish and horsey notes. The flavors are on the weedy side, with tomato and sweet oak trying to cover. Still an okay wine, light-bodied and smooth, with high acidity. But definitely less ripe than better vintages.",Hargrave Vineyard,20,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2001 Hargrave Vineyard Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2001-hargrave-vineyard-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2001,Castello di Borghese
14.1,Red,US,"Crisp in acidity, ripe in cherry, cola and coffee flavors, and delicately tannic. Just a bit too sweet for balance. Has a sugary, soda taste that detracts and makes it medicinal.",Estate Grown,36,83,California,North Coast,Marin County,Stubbs Vineyard 2004 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stubbs-vineyard-2004-estate-grown-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Stubbs Vineyard
13.2,White,US,"Like a nice German kabinett. There's lots of fresh, clean acidity framing off-dry peach, citrus and spice flavors.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2005 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2005-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2005,Jekel
14.5,Red,US,"Rustic, soft and simple, with  jammy raspberry and cherry flavors. Contains almost a quarter of Petite Sirah, but it's still a gentle, medium-bodied wine.",Old Vine,12,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Gnarly Head 2005 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2005-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2005,Gnarly Head
12.8,White,US,"Easy and simple, with pleasant peach pie, citrus, mango, spiced pear and vanilla flavors that finish a little sweet and soft.",,15,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2005 Riesling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2005-riesling-sonoma-county/,Riesling,2005,Chateau St. Jean
12,White,Germany,"Light and dry, with scents of limes, fresh ferns and green apple. Flavors of green apple and citrus finish crisp and clean.",Dry,9,83,Rheinhessen,,,Falcon Hill 2005 Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcon-hill-2005-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,Falcon Hill
,Red,US,"Drinks fairly heavy and flat for a Pinot, with cooked cherry and cola flavors. Needs more life.",Proprietor's Reserve,26,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Forchini 2004 Proprietor's Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forchini-2004-proprietors-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Forchini
13.5,Red,US,"Fruity and simple, with diluted cherry and oaky-vanilla flavors that finish dry and crisp. There's some green, minty stuff going on.",,28,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bouchaine
13,Red,US,"A bit disappointing on the nose; pickle barrel and onion are supported by moderate spice. This is a dark, extracted wine with dusty tannins and a lean feel. Cherry/berry fruit flavors are shy as they compete with tomato, spice and onion before finishing metallic.",Reserve,22,83,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2003 Reserve Merlot (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2003-reserve-merlot-long-island-hamptons/,Merlot,2003,Wölffer
12.5,Rose,US,"Dry like the name says, and also freshly acidic like a young Beaujolais; and pleasantly silky. The flavor is modest in cherries and spice.",Dry Rose Wine,13,83,California,California Other,California,Enjoie 2005 Dry Rose Wine Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enjoie-2005-dry-rose-wine-other/,Rosé,2005,Enjoie
13.7,Red,US,"Kind of simple, thin, dry, delicately structured wine with tart cherry and tea flavors, almost like a Pinot Noir. Gets better as it warms up in the glass.",Estate,17,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2003 Estate Mourvèdre (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2003-estate-mourvedre-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Mourvèdre,2003,Fenestra
13,White,Argentina,"For a lighter-bodied wine, this sure shows a lot of aggressive, resiny oak. The nose has sawmill qualities, while the palate is woody and spicy, with apple in the background. Seemed better in 2004; wasn't nearly as oaky.",Reserva,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2005-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Nieto Senetiner
13,White,US,"Cat pee, a drop of grapefruit juice and a clean, spicy finish. That's pretty much it.",,15,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Bernardus
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Scattershot aromas of wet paint and berries are the opening salvo. Acid-based red fruit carries the palate, while the mouthfeel is electric to the point of overbearing. Tastes alright but doesn't have the cuddly feel or lushness that's the signature of a good Malbec.",Reserva,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tittarelli 2004 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tittarelli-2004-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Tittarelli
14.5,Red,US,"Fred Scherrer says his grandfather used to call wines like this Zinfandoodle. That's a good word for an easy, uncomplicated wine with plenty of flavor and no particular pretensions. Finishes a little sweet.",Zinfandoodle,16,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Scherrer NV Zinfandoodle Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-nv-zinfandoodle-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,,Scherrer
12.5,Red,US,"Spice, cola and berry flavors are pleasant and delivered with high but acceptable acidity and moderate tannin.",,20,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ravines 2003 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravines-2003-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2003,Ravines
14.3,Red,US,"Simple, soft and dry, with cherry cough drop flavors and some pretty fierce tannins. Decant it for a while to let it breathe.",Iron Oak Vineyard,26,83,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,Dashe Cellars 2003 Iron Oak Vineyard Merlot (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2003-iron-oak-vineyard-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Merlot,2003,Dashe Cellars
,Rose,US,"This Grenache-based Rhône blend is dry and simple, with apricot and cherry flavors and some cleansing acidity. This is a pleasantly rustic sipper that finishes clean and brisk.",ReZerve,10,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2005 ReZerve Rosé (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2005-rezerve-rose-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Rosé,2005,Sobon Estate
13,White,US,"Rough and ready, this is a dry, crisply tart wine with thinned-down citrusy flavors that will do in a pinch.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Turner Road 2005 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turner-road-2005-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2005,Turner Road
13,Rose,US,"Simple and dryish to off-dry, with raspberry and vanilla flavors and good acidity. This is a nice little blush wine and the price is fair for what you get.",Zinfandel Rosé,10,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2005 Zinfandel Rosé Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2005-zinfandel-rose-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2005,Pedroncelli
14,Red,US,"The heat during harvest was just horrible, and seems to have impacted this Grenache-Mourvèdre blend. This has never been Foxen's premier red wine anyway; the previous vintage was good, but not great. This year, there's just too much heat.",Williamson-Dore Vineyard Cuvée Jeanne Marie,34,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2004 Williamson-Dore Vineyard Cuvée Jeanne Marie Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2004-williamson-dore-vineyard-cuvee-jeanne-marie-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Foxen
13,Red,US,"Rough and ready wine here. Call it  country style, with a big, exuberant burst of cherry, raspberry, cola, cocoa and pepper flavors. Fine with everyday fare.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Fisheye 2004 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisheye-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2004,Fisheye
12.5,Rose,Argentina,"This rosado is made from Bonarda and Malbec grapes. It's a touch vegetal on the nose, with hints of vanilla to sweeten it up. The palate is tart and dry, with peach, nectarine and apple flavors. Decent feel and body keep it afloat.",,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Lurton 2005 Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2005-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2005,Bodega Lurton
14,Red,Argentina,"Year after year I taste this wine, and it always seems oaky and short on fruit. That said, it's a balanced, serious wine from well-tended vines, and it's made by folks who care. If you take the plunge, look for coconut and vanilla from the oak and dry fruit with touches of tomato and herbs.",Q,20,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2003 Q Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2003-q-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2003,Zuccardi
13.5,White,US,"Clean and tasty, this crisp, dry Chard has modest peach, apple and tropical fruit flavors. It's a nice country wine at a fair price.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Smoking Loon
16,Red,US,"Almost equal parts Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre from the estate vineyard. This is a real step down from Bone Rock, mainly because of overripeness. It shows sugary sweet cherry pie, vanilla and caramel flavors, and the alcohol weighs in at 16%. What a notoriously hard vintage this was.",James Berry Vineyard,45,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Saxum 2004 James Berry Vineyard Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxum-2004-james-berry-vineyard-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Saxum
,Rose,US,"This is one of those fresh, young rosés that's sharp in juicy acidity, primary fruit and grapey flavors of cherries and raspberries. It's nice, with nuances of vanilla and cinnamon spice.",Rosato di,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2005 Rosato di Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2005-rosato-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2005,Valley of the Moon
14.1,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with cherry, black raspberry and cocoa flavors wrapped in a somewhat hot mouthfeel. Finishes dry and spicy.",,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Twisted Oak 2004 Grenache (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2004-grenache-sierra-foothills/,Grenache,2004,Twisted Oak
14.1,White,US,"Filled with bright, zesty fruit, this Sauvignon offers lots to like, such as forward pineapple, cinnamon and vanilla flavors that finish just a little sweet. High acidity provides much-needed balance.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Queen of Hearts 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/queen-hearts-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Queen of Hearts
14.1,Red,US,"Upfront cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors hit with some nice, furry tannins, and the wine is basically an everyday, by-the-glass sort of Merlot.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Queen of Hearts 2003 Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/queen-hearts-2003-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,2003,Queen of Hearts
14.8,Red,US,"The '03 was so good, but the '04 is a big step down, and you have to blame it on the vintage. Week after week of unrelenting September heat caused problems statewide, and you can taste a hot, stewed-fruit quality in this otherwise fine wine.",Tianquiac Vineyard,42,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2004 Tianquiac Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2004-tianquiac-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2004,Foxen
12,White,US,"A country-style wine that drinks nice and clean, with brisk acidity framing slightly sweet grapefruit juice flavors. For everyday sort of fare.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Fisheye 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisheye-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Fisheye
,Red,US,"A bit minty and tart, but with enough cherries and spices to satisfy. There's something easy and fun about this wine. It's almost as gulpable as Beaujolais.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Fisheye 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisheye-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Fisheye
13,Red,Argentina,"Starts out with bubble gum and sweet candy aromas, which are followed by black cherry flavors. Seems a little hard and grating at first, although airing does open it up. Ultimately it's a basic Malbec with good flavors and adequate mouthfeel.",Reserve,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Simonassi 2003 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-simonassi-2003-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Finca Simonassi
12.5,Red,US,"Woody on the nose, but with decent red berry and a touch of rhubarb, this wine has a drier, heavier feel and tannins than most Pinots but still delivers modest red berry and cola flavors. Finishes chalky.",Hargrave Vineyard Reserve,38,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2002 Hargrave Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2002-hargrave-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Noir,2002,Castello di Borghese
14.6,Red,US,"Lots to like, lots to not like; a difficult wine. On the plus side are lush, smooth tannins and that softly luxurious mouthfeel that Napa Cabs give. On the minus side is a stewed, raisiny overripeness. New oak can't quite erase that dried-out berry taste.",,40,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bell
12.5,Red,US,"A bit sharp on the nose, implying the high acid that is later evident in the mouth. Aromas of green bean, onion and cranberry lead to cran-/strawberry flavors with hints of oak and earth. Light-to-medium bodied and on the tart side.",Estate,22,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2002 Estate Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2002-estate-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Jamesport
,White,US,"The vineyard is in inland Hopland, and the wine has that warm-climate fruitiness. It shows tremendous peach, apricot, pineapple and pear flavors, with a slightly rustic, sweet finish.",Del Lago,18,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Ceago Vinegarden 2005 Del Lago Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceago-vinegarden-2005-lago-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2005,Ceago Vinegarden
9.5,White,Germany,"A plump, off-dry Riesling imported in relatively large quantities (30,000 cases), this is a notable reintroduction to the grape variety. Has basic Mosel characteristics of green apple and lime aromas and flavors. There's even a soft, slightly mineral finish.",QbA,8,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Bloom 2005 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloom-2005-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,Bloom
18,Dessert,US,"Very sweet but a bit thin on fruity flavor despite some chocolate and raspberry. This Port-style wine is a blend of Primitivo, Zinfandel and Syrah.",Solera3,60,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bourassa Vineyards NV Solera3 Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourassa-nv-solera3-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,,Bourassa Vineyards
11,Red,US,"A straightforward and pleasing wine, with red berry, cola and root flavors and aromas on a light-bodied, smooth frame.",,10,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Bully Hill 2003 Pinot Noir (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bully-hill-2003-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2003,Bully Hill
12.5,Red,US,"Dark red, with mushroom, red berry, earth and green bean aromas. Fairly light, and with high acidity, the wine shows earthy red fruit, blueberry and rhubarb along with a good dose of oak.",,18,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 2002 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-2002-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Paumanok
14.2,Red,US,"Ripe and juicy. with forward blackberry, cherry jam, mocha, plum and smoky oak flavors. This Merlot is dry, with crisp acids and soft tannins.",Estate,20,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 2002 Estate Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2002-estate-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2002,Mill Creek
12,White,Germany,"This citrusy wine is a bit of a one-note wonder, but it performs that note well, featuring strident lime aromas and a zippy, dry finish.",Trocken,14,84,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2005 Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2005-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2005,P.J. Valckenberg
12.8,White,US,"Zesty, clean and fruity, with ripe grapefruit juice, fig and melon flavors. This SB finishes with a slightly sweet flourish of honey. From the beach to the patio, it'll be just fine.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Novella
13.5,Red,US,"Shows real Pinot character in the light silkiness, nice acidity, and flavors of cherries, cream and vanilla spice. If you're just starting to get into the variety, this is a good intro.",Vintner's Reserve,14,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2005 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2005-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kendall-Jackson
13.9,Rose,US,"Missing the lushness of the Goodchild Chard, but still a clean, tasty wine showing pineapple and toasty oak flavors. Easy to savor with its zesty acidity.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Lucas & Lewellen
13.5,Red,US,Sometimes all you need is an inexpensive red like this one. This Lodi Syrah erupts in white pepper aromas and is tartly crisp in cherry and blackberry flavors.,,,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Leaping Horse 2005 Shiraz (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-horse-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-valley-lodi/,Shiraz,2005,Leaping Horse
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Robust red wine, with ever-changing aromas of earth, leather, baked fruit and more. Shows glimpses of complexity amid standard, chunky Malbec flavors of plum and blackberry.",,9,84,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2005 Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2005-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2005,Finca Las Moras
13.9,Red,US,"Soft and juicy, with ripe blackberry, chocolate and coffee flavors that finish somewhat tannic. Ready to drink now, it's an easy Cabernet for steaks and chops.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Robert Hall
13.5,White,US,"A little on the thin side. Other than that, the wine shows citrus and green melon flavors and a slightly leafy Sauvignon character.",Reserve,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2004 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2004-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Raymond
13.5,Rose,US,"Quite dark for a rosé, and very extracted, with a thick cherry taste that's fine for a red but a bit heavy and dense for a blush.",Flora Ranch Syrah Rosé,20,84,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Saxon Brown 2005 Flora Ranch Syrah Rosé Syrah (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxon-brown-2005-flora-ranch-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Syrah,2005,Saxon Brown
13.5,Red,US,"Another innovatively packaged wine from Don Sebastiani & Sons, and if you know the Pinots from the east side of Salinas Valley, like Estancia's, this is much in that vein. It's light-bodied and silky, with easy cherry, cola, vanilla and spice flavors.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Gino da Pinot 2005 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gino-pinot-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2005,Gino da Pinot
13.8,Red,US,"This is a robust, rustic wine, rich in dark berry and fruit flavors, thick in tannins and a bit sweet. It's the kind of wine to drink with easy fare.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,18,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2003 Silvaspoons Vineyard Alvarelhão (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2003-silvaspoons-vineyard-portuguese-red-alvarelhao-central-valley-lodi/,Alvarelhão,2003,Fenestra
13,Red,Argentina,"The bouquet on this bold red amounts to one big blast of fruit, nothing more or less. The palate matches the nose, with black plum, blueberry and cola flavors. Broad in the mouth and fiercely tannic. Spirited but a little untamed.",,9,84,Other,Aminga Valley,,San Huberto 2005 Bonarda (Aminga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2005-other-red-bonarda-aminga-valley/,Bonarda,2005,San Huberto
13.8,Red,US,"Hews to an Aussie-style Shiraz, meaning it's a big, young, brightly jammy wine with impertinent blackberry and cherry flavors. You can't call it complex, but it's fun, brash and easy.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Jade Mountain 2004 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2004,Jade Mountain
11,White,Germany,"It's an intriguing idea to blend fruit from the Rhine and the Mosel, theoretically balancing the best qualities of each. Astute tasters will catch a little bit of that in this wine, with darker spice notes playing against brighter floral nuances. The result is a pleasant if rather generic Riesling that finishes with soft pear and melon fruit.",Detonation,11,84,Rhein-Mosel,,,Immich-Batterieberg 2005 Detonation Riesling (Rhein-Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/immich-batterieberg-2005-detonation-riesling-rhein-mosel/,Riesling,2005,Immich-Batterieberg
,Red,US,"Lots of toast, char and caramel in the aromas, then it turns somewhat heavy and soft, with stewed fruit and espresso flavors. This wine seems to have suffered from the heat.",Estate,29,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2004 Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2004-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Hanna
14,Red,Argentina,"Quite basic and innocuous. The nose offers simple berry and plum, but nothing exciting. The palate is earthy, fruity and solid; but again, nothing out of the ordinary. And it's short on the finish. Good but leaves you wanting more.",Ique,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Enrique Foster 2004 Ique Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-foster-2004-ique-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Enrique Foster
13,White,US,"Tons of cat-pee aromas pour forth from this dry, acidic Sauvignon Blanc, so if that's not your thing, don't buy it. For you others, there are richer notes of pineapple, fig and honeydew.",Griva Vineyard,20,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Bernardus 2005 Griva Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2005-griva-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Bernardus
13.5,Red,US,"Tastes a bit lean, with currant, herb and coffee flavors that are wrapped in fairly hefty, dry tannins.",,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,4 Bears 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/4-bears-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,4 Bears
12.5,White,US,"This one's off-dry to semi-sweet, which may explain the low acidity. It has forward flavors of apples, pineapples and peaches.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2005 Chenin Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2005-chenin-blanc-other/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Bogle
13,Red,Argentina,"Jumpy and leathery at first, although time in the glass settles it down. The palate offers blackberry as the lead flavor, although there's some lemon peel and citrus in the background. Finishes simple and short.",,9,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Bodega Lurton 2005 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2005-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2005,Bodega Lurton
13.5,Red,US,"Tastes young and jammy, with bright, acid-lifted berry-cherry flavors. Dusty tannins and a silky texture make for an instantly likeable wine.",,12,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aquinas 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquinas-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Aquinas
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Argentinean Tempranillo is a slippery slope, as evidenced by this mossy, olive-ridden red that has its moments as well as its faults. Positives include a nice spice element and good intentions. But beware of the herbal flavors and rock-hard mouthfeel.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ambiente 2003 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambiente-2003-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2003,Ambiente
13.5,Red,US,"Soft, rich and ripe  with blackberry tart, chocolate and coffee flavors. This rustic, easy Syrah benefits from uncomplicated tannins.",Presents Rosso,11,84,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2004 Presents Rosso Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2004-presents-rosso-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2004,Francis Ford Coppola
12.3,Dessert,US,"Always one of Eberle's most pleasant wines. Rich in apricot jam, peach cobbler and spicy vanilla flavors, the wine is overtly sweet but with enough acidity for balance.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2005 Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2005-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2005,Eberle
13.6,White,US,"A bit too much cat pee for me, although the crisp dryness is appealing. Beyond that, you get ripe grapefruit, lemon peel and passion fruit flavors.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fritz
,White,US,"Solid and unspectacular, this all-stainless, lean-style Pinot Blanc is just this side of innocuous. It's a good, moderately ripe style for those seeking a simple quaffer without too much alcoholic punch; otherwise, not much going on here.",,14,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2005 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2005-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Erath
,Red,US,"Sweaty, flat and vegetal, it doesn't show much beyond leafy tomato flavors and green, astringent tannins.",Winemaker's Reserve,21,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2004 Winemaker's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2004-winemakers-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Montinore
13.8,Red,US,"Feels young and gritty in the mouth, with astringent tannins and a core of cherry-berry fruit. This wine is seriously in need of decanting, but it doesn't seem like an ager.",Ladi's Vineyard,27,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 2002 Ladi's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2002-ladis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Paradise Ridge
13.9,Red,US,"Paradise Ridge has struggled with Cab, and continues to. This one's ripe and juicy in Cabernet fruit, but has a stubborn rusticity and jagged mouthfeel it can't quite overcome. It's a good Cab, but I think this vineyard is simply better for Zinfandel and Petite Sirah.",Rockpile Vineyard,35,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ranch 2002 Rockpile Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ranch-2002-rockpile-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Paradise Ranch
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Fairly earthy and stewy, but not too baked to suffer. The palate is expectedly chunky and meaty, with full-weight dark fruits and some rooty depth. Fairly easygoing and likable, but a tad muddled.",High Altitude Vineyards,10,84,Other,Cafayate,,Don Rodolfo 2004 High Altitude Vineyards Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2004-high-altitude-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2004,Don Rodolfo
13.9,White,US,"Okay everyday Chard, with toned-down peach, pear and oak flavors and a creaminess to the texture. Finishes dry, crisp and short.",Healdsburg Ranches,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Belvedere 2004 Healdsburg Ranches Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2004-healdsburg-ranches-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Belvedere
,Red,US,"Quite earthy, almost to the point of tasting like dirt. Instead of fruit there is tomato, beet and root; it's a charmless style of Pinot. Hard to understand the “select” part.",Vintage Select,18,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,LaVelle 2004 Vintage Select Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavelle-2004-vintage-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,LaVelle
10.5,Rose,US,"Simple, fruity and pretty sweet, with dessert-type raspberry, vanilla and spice flavors. The sweetness benefits from excellent acidity. This is a nice beach or picnic-type wine.",White,6,84,California,California Other,California,Riverside 2004 White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverside-2004-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Riverside
14.4,Red,US,"What you get with this wine is a lot of cherry pie flavor along with a fairly heavy, soft mouthfeel and some gritty tannins. Drink now.",,19,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2003 Sangiovese (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2003-sangiovese-sierra-foothills/,Sangiovese,2003,Naggiar
13.8,Red,US,"Does just what VR does across all varieties, offering up a ripe, varietally true Zin that's all about upfront fruit and spice. Finishes with a scour of dusty tannins.",Vintner's Reserve,12,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-vintners-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Kendall-Jackson
12,Dessert,US,"A simple dessert wine that's sweet but not overly so, with ripe apricot, peach and pear flavors and a floral note of honeysuckle. There's quite a bit of acidity for balance.",Obsession,8,84,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2005 Obsession Symphony (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2005-obsession-other-white-symphony-other/,Symphony,2005,Ironstone
12.5,White,US,"You'll find lots of ripe fig, grapefruit and melon fruit in this crisply acidic wine, and while there's a hit of vanilla and honey on the finish, it's basically dry. Nice and refreshing apéritif.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Fisheye 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisheye-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fisheye
14.7,Red,US,"Softly tannic, rustic and kind of earthy, with ground coffee, nutmeg and cola flavors nudging into blackberries. Ribeye steak will perk it up.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2003 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2003-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,EOS
14,Red,US,"Too young now. The wine is tannic and acidic, with cherry-berry flavors. It's not really very interesting; instead it's kind of raw and dry. Maybe it will go someplace.",Jack Hill Vineyard,45,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Jack Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-jack-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Gary Farrell
14.5,Red,US,"The wine has a beautiful texture; it's rich, velvety and silky. With some Petite Sirah and Carignan for complexity, it shows wild berry, exotic spice, coffee, leather and cola flavors. My quibble, and it's a fairly substantial one, is the heat and candied sweetness on the finish.",,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2004 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2004-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Frog's Leap
13.5,Red,US,"A little angular and sugary sweet, but it's soft enough, with a creamy, velvety texture and some ripe blackberry jam and chocolate candy flavors.",Oakville Estate,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2003 Oakville Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2003-oakville-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Franciscan
14.6,Red,US,"Showing a translucent ruby color and a silky texture, this Zin is elegantly structured, with spicy blackberry, cherry and pomegranate flavors before a slightly raisiny finish. It's not especially complex, but it is easy to drink now.",,25,84,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Courtney Benham 2004 Zinfandel (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2004-zinfandel-napa-stags-leap-district/,Zinfandel,2004,Courtney Benham
13,Red,US,"A rusty color belies this wine's age, but it's still enjoyable, with firm flavors of cola and barnyard. Light yet viscous, with soft tannins.This should be drunk now.",,20,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2002 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2002-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2002,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
,White,US,"Good, drinkable vin ordinaire here, but nothing to get worked up about. It's just a clean, fruity, vibrant house white.",,13,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clay Station 2005 Pinot Gris (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clay-station-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Gris,2005,Clay Station
15,White,US,"A little one-dimensional, but clean and crisp in acids, with the exotic floral and spice flavors the variety is noted for. Try with Asian fare.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2005 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2005-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2005,Curtis
14.1,Red,US,"Made in a heavier, full-bodied style, this Merlot is very dry and fairly tannic. It's an earthy wine, with truffle, tobacco and herb flavors and deeper blue and black fruit. Drink now.",Reserve,28,85,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Summers 2004 Reserve Merlot (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2004-reserve-merlot-sonoma-knights-valley/,Merlot,2004,Summers
13.5,White,US,"The Central Coast has near-perfect warm days and cool nights, and that's where this wine comes from. It's rich in fig, date, pineapple and honeydew flavors that don't need any oak to show them off. But it's also dry and zesty in acidity.",Vintner's Collection,11,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2005 Vintner's Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2005-vintners-collection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sterling
13.5,White,US,"Here's a nice everyday sort of Chard, forward in bright lime, kiwi and nectarine flavors. Tastes like it comes from a far cooler climate than Paso Robles. A bit more concentration would send the score through the roof.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2005 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2005,Robert Hall
13.5,Red,US,"Ripe and juicy, with an assortment of red, blue and black fruits and a smoky touch of oak.",,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Screw Kappa Napa
14.6,Red,US,"Shows Lodi's distinctive hot climate softness and a stewed fruitiness, with loads of blackberry and cherry pie flavor. Yet there's complexity in the layers and spices. Some of the proceeds go toward shark conservation, hence the name.",Sixgill,11,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Shark Trust 2001 Sixgill Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shark-trust-2001-sixgill-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2001,Shark Trust
13.6,White,US,"Grown in the warmest part of the appellation, this Chard is soft and without the acidity you find closer to the ocean. But it's a very tasty wine brimming with tropical fruit, honeysuckle, buttered toast and vanilla flavors.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2004 Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Rancho Arroyo Grande
12.7,White,US,"Another unoaked Chard hits the market, and with good results at a good price. Nothing but juicy peach, pear and pineapple flavors and crisp acidity. Oak probably would have brought it down.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2005 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2005,Novella
13.7,Red,US,"More California wineries should tinker with this Port variety. This wine is fruitily complex, with a medium body, silky texture and oodles of spice. While it's rustic, it shows real promise.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,22,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2003 Silvaspoons Vineyard Touriga Franca (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2003-silvaspoons-vineyard-portuguese-red-touriga-franca-central-valley-lodi/,Touriga Franca,2003,Fenestra
12.5,White,US,"Here's a refreshingly crisp Riesling whose high acidity makes it a natural for friendly fare. It has subtle flavors of citrus fruits and minerally chalk, while a bit of residual sugar gives it a mellow roundness.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2005 Riesling (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2005-riesling-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Riesling,2005,Gainey
13,White,US,"You'll find a bit of cat pee, so if that turns you off go elsewhere. Fortunately, there are richer notes of citrus fruits, figs and melons. The wine is high in acids and very clean. Unoaked.",Reserve,18,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Concannon 2005 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2005-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Concannon
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Black cherry, citrus peel and a touch of charcoal and grilled meat make for a solid nose. Ripe blackberry and dark plum work the palate, while coffee, licorice and spice grace the firm, grabby, mildly tannic finish.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Budini 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/budini-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Budini
12.5,White,US,"Nice price for such a tasty wine, and it's the kind that's making PG the hottest white in America. It's dryish and brightly crisp in acids, with polished citrus, fig, peach, green apple and white pepper flavors.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Guenoc 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Guenoc
12.5,White,Austria,"Usually a better wine than this, the 2005 Knily shows modest quince and sour yellow plum aromas and rather anemic flavors. I had a substantial preference for the Jaunegg's Klassik bottling.",Knily,26,85,Styria,,,Jaunegg 2005 Knily Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaunegg-2005-knily-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Jaunegg
13.5,White,US,"A bit of cat pee, but not too much unless you're sensitive to it, with richer citrus and gooseberry notes that finish dry and zesty. The unusual name refers to no oak, no malo and no cork.",,10,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,No 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/no-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,No
12,Sparkling,France,"A yellow straw shade, with a somewhat beery, sulphury scent. It's better in the mouth, where it's spicy and yeasty. But the beery quality persists right through the finish. It leaves a slightly sour flavor long after being swallowed, like a bite of sourdough bread.",Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée,33,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-tete-cuvee-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
15.5,Red,US,"Lots of delicious Pinot flavor in the cherry, cola, tea, mocha, rhubarb and pomegranate fruit. The wine is a bit simple, with a peppery, spicy finish.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,York Mountain,Calcareous 2004 Pinot Noir (York Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-york-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2004,Calcareous
14.3,Red,US,"I have not been a great fan of this winery's Bordeaux reds, and this one also has a countrified thing going on, despite some very ripe and lip-smacking cherry flavors. Half the oak barrels it was aged in were new.",Rockpile Vineyard,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 2002 Rockpile Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2002-rockpile-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Paradise Ridge
13.9,White,US,"As tart in acids and zingy as cool-climate Chard comes, with bright, mouth-stimulating lime and kiwi flavors that finish dry and clean. There's a tiny bit of oak, but the fruit really stars in this tasty, affordable wine.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Queen of Hearts 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/queen-hearts-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Queen of Hearts
14.5,White,US,"The main characteristics in this food-friendly wine are citrus, melon and fig, while partial barrel fermentation adds a creamy richness. Fresh, citrusy acidity makes it all clean and vibrant.",Estate,16,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 2005 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-2005-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Mill Creek
14.6,Red,US,"Soft and chocolaty, with an infusion of cassis, soy and licorice, this lip-smacking Zin finishes a bit hot and peppery, with a hint of raisiny sweetness. Keeps you coming back due to the rich flavors.",Big John,25,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2004 Big John Zinfandel (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2004-big-john-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Newsome-Harlow
12.5,White,US,"Spicy and fruity and, as the label says, dry. It shows crisp acids and a bright, delicately clean mouthfeel. Kind of like a Sauvignon Blanc except for the exotic tropical fruit and Asian spice flavors.",Estate Dry,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Harvest Moon 2005 Estate Dry Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harvest-moon-2005-estate-dry-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Harvest Moon
14.2,Red,Argentina,"Ripe, bulky and fruity, with simple, granular aromas. The mouthfeel is full and warm, but generally speaking the balance is where it's supposed to be. Smooth and chocolaty across the palate and onto the finish. Shows power and density.",,10,85,Other,La Rioja,,Ichanka 2005 Syrah (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ichanka-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rioja/,Syrah,2005,Ichanka
14.4,White,US,"Nice and crisp in acidity, with ripe peach, apple and pineapple flavors. There's a bite of green sharpness on the finish, but it's still a good Chard.",Estate,24,85,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2004 Estate Chardonnay (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2004-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Leal Vineyards
14.3,White,US,"Here's a clean, dry, elegant wine showing quite a bit of creamy, smoky oak and sophisticated peach, kiwi and apricot flavors. The Chard dominates. Viognier seems to bring acidic lift and a floral note.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Spann Vineyards 2004 Chardonnay-Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-2004-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2004,Spann Vineyards
15.9,Red,US,"Almost a dessert wine, it's so sweet and high in alcohol. This Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache blend has tremendous flavors because the vintage heat was freakish. One can only hope Mother Nature will afford drier wines going forward.",Heart Stone Vineyard,45,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Saxum 2004 Heart Stone Vineyard Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxum-2004-heart-stone-vineyard-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Saxum
,White,France,"Citrus aromas and grapefruit flavors make this fresh, simple wine pleasing and attractive. This wine shows a style that has made Chablis so popular around the world.",,19,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Roux Père et Fils 2005  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2005-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2005,Roux Père et Fils
14,Red,US,"The '03 was more balanced. The '04 has more stewed, raisiny flavors that must have been the result of the heat. Drink now with steaks and grilled chicken. Mourvèdre, Syrah and Grenache.",*%#&@!,32,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Twisted Oak 2004 *%#&@! Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2004-and-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Twisted Oak
13,Red,Argentina,"Dry and toasty on the nose, but tart, racy and raspy on the palate. The raspberry and cherry flavors are sharp and fall off to dry and lean as the wine progresses.",Amadores Limited Edition,16,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Palo Alto 2005 Amadores Limited Edition Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palo-alto-2005-amadores-limited-edition-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2005,Palo Alto
13,White,Argentina,A gold-colored heavy wine with butterscotch and apricot aromas followed by a tangy palate that features a beam of acidity running through the middle. Remains tangy and narrow through the finish.,,13,82,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Vimini 2005 Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vimini-2005-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Vimini
14.2,Red,US,"For many wineries, this would be their top Pinot. For Rochioli, it's their basic bottling. Shows ripe cherry pie, root beer, cola, tea, spice and what Michael Broadbent used to call beetroot flavors, yet is delicate and silky, almost weightless. Drink this yummy wine now.",,47,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rochioli
14,Red,US,"This is the first launch of Richard Sanford's new brand. The pioneering Santa Barbara vintner is no longer connected with Sanford Winery. It's an impressive start. Power defines the wine, which detonates with explosive cherry-berry and cocoa fruit and oak, wrapped into a silky, velvety texture. It's drinkable now, but it's likely to age well for the next eight years.",La Encantada Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2004 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2004-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Alma Rosa
15,White,US,"Those who loved Babcock's old Eleven Oaks bottling, don't worry. This is similar to it, but better. To counter Santa Rita's cool climate, Bryan Babcock put in some Los Alamos fruit, partially barrel fermented the wine, and added a dollop of Chardonnay to tame the beast. The wine is rich, zesty and balanced, and heads straight to the front of the pack.",Estate Grown,21,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2005 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2005-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Babcock
14.4,Red,US,"The vineyard is 1,800 feet up the mountain and the wine was made by Randy Dunn's (Dunn Vineyards) son, Mike. Howell Mountain produces some of California's densest, most ageworthy red wines, and this big, dry, tannic Pet is a sure cellar candidate. Packed with blackberry, coffee, plum, leather and spice flavors, it should start to open up by 2009 and improve for several years after.",,40,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Retro 2003 Petite Sirah (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/retro-2003-petite-sirah-napa-howell-mountain/,Petite Sirah,2003,Retro
14,Red,Italy,"This is a 40-30-30% blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that is rich in floral and herbal notes. Rosemary, sage, violets, figs, plum and licorice aromas are harmonious and well-integrated thanks to 14 months of oak aging. Allow the wine a few minutes to open in the glass.",Tassinaia,43,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2002 Tassinaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2002-tassinaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2002,Castello del Terriccio
,Red,US,"Actually from Santa Rita Hills, this wine is very young now and needs to be decanted to appreciate its ripe blackberry, cola, spice and oak flavors. The air will soften the somewhat astringent tannins and let the wine's flash shine through.",Ampelos Vineyard,42,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2004 Ampelos Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2004-ampelos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Jaffurs
,Red,France,"What a pleasant surprise. This largely under-the-radar estate has fashioned a superb 2004 that boasts a lovely nose redolent of blueberries and spice. The prettiness of the bouquet is backed up by a warm, lush mouthfeel and a creamy, satisfying texture. Drink now–2012.",Cuvée des Blaches,39,91,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine de Espiers 2004 Cuvée des Blaches  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-espiers-2004-cuvee-blaches-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Espiers
,Sparkling,France,"The creamy aromas, (like baked cookie), make this wine instantly enticing. It is the same on the palate. It is a soft, approachable wine, with creamy richness, a touch of toast, flavors of walnuts and well-integrated acidity.",Réserve Brut,60,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat 1999 Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-1999-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Philipponnat
,Red,France,"Floral and meaty, yet also filled with rich cassis fruit. Wonderfully complex, with silky—dare I say Burgundian?—tannins. Great complexity; from 40-year-old vines.",Vieilles Vignes,26,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Philippe Faury 2004 Vieilles Vignes  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-faury-2004-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Philippe Faury
13.5,White,Australia,"There's a core of pear and melon fruit, which lends the wine its delicate aromatics and flavors. Toasted nut and smooth river rocks offer flavor and textural nuances on the palate, and through the persistent finish. Pretty, balanced and very food-friendly.",M3 Vineyard,29,90,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Shaw and Smith 2004 M3 Vineyard Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-smith-2004-m3-vineyard-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Shaw and Smith
,Sparkling,France,"A wine that is still young and still developing. It shows great raspberry fruit flavors, as well as black cherries. Has a delicate mineral character; this is going to be a fine, mature wine. For now, it is just delicious.",Brut Rosé,77,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2000 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2000-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Deutz
,Red,France,"From a consistently excellent producer, this is excellent juice. It's not obvious, but instead is lush, richly fruited and velvety in texture, with plum and blackberry fruit. There is also a complex interplay of spices on the finish. Drink now–2014.",Tradition,28,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine la Bouissiere 2004 Tradition  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bouissiere-2004-tradition-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine la Bouissiere
,Sparkling,France,"A lively, crisp blanc de blancs that comes from Chouilly in the Côtes des Blancs. It is green, flavored with cinnamon, baked apples along with some good, steely fruit.",Oenophile Extra Brut,55,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 1998 Oenophile Extra Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-1998-oenophile-extra-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils
,Sparkling,France,"Full-bodied and rich, with the open, lively fruits typical of 1995-vintage Champagne. It does have plenty of crisp acidity in support of its generous flavors and its long-lasting, soft aftertaste.",Brut,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-1995-brut-champagne-62057/,Champagne Blend,1995,Laurent-Perrier
14.5,Red,Italy,"If you've never tried Brunello this is an excellent wine to wet your taste buds for this extraordinary Italian red. The aromatic intensity is incredible: blackberry, wet earth, cherry preserves and leather. Its color is inky black and the wine closed with a nice, smoky finish.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Selvaccia 2000  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selvaccia-2000-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,La Selvaccia
14,Red,Portugal,"A blend of Syrah, Touriga Nacional and Alfrocheiro, this wine is loaded with bold blackberry fruit and lashings of vanilla. Definitely not for the shy, it's intense but adds enough spice and tobacco flavors to avoid any claims of simplicity or jamminess. Drink now or hold 4–5 years.",Reserva,25,90,Alentejano,,,Santa Vitoria 2004 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-vitoria-2004-reserva-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2004,Santa Vitoria
,Red,France,"Shows beautiful spice hints of anise and clove on the nose, along with a floral hint that adds to the ripe black-cherry flavors. Supple and round in the mouth, this is ready to drink now but should easily hold 3–5 years.",Terra Amata Chusclan,22,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château Signac 2004 Terra Amata Chusclan Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-signac-2004-terra-amata-chusclan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château Signac
,Rose,France,"Despite the slightly dark rosé color, this is a more mineral rendition of Tavel, with crushed stone and lime aromas. Yet it's also nicely rounded in the midpalate and long on the finish. The Tavel co-op wines showed consistently well in my tasting of the 2005s.",Le Chant du Soleil,14,90,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2005 Le Chant du Soleil  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2005-le-chant-soleil-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Les Vignerons de Tavel
,Sparkling,France,"This wine is all about finesse and elegance. Aromas of grapefruit and other citrus fruits are enticing. On the palate, the wine is toasty, with orange marmalade and honey flavors, and fresh acidity.",Brut,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 1997 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-1997-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Laurent-Perrier
,Sparkling,France,"A full-bodied style, dominated by flavors of almonds, which indicate that this is moving from fruity youth to maturity. But there is still plenty of acidity there. Has a few years of life yet, but it is a pleasure to drink now.",Cuvée Royale,65,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Joseph Perrier 1996 Cuvée Royale  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-perrier-1996-cuvee-royale-champagne-62061/,Champagne Blend,1996,Joseph Perrier
,White,Australia,"Smells very pretty, like mineral, lemon meringue and fresh produce. It's elegant and balanced on the palate, with floral, melon and minerally notes working in harmony. Fairly long and persistent on the finish.",Coralinga,27,90,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Henschke 2005 Coralinga Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2005-coralinga-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Henschke
,Red,South Africa,"KWV, the huge combine that once dominated the South African wine industry, has turned into a quality producer, and it shows in this fine wine. It has elegance and sophistication in the way it balances big flavors of spice and black plums with considerable restraint, and in the way the fruit is layered with dry Cabernet tannins. This needs some aging—three to four years would be good.",Cathedral Cellar,18,90,Coastal Region,,,KWV 2002 Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2002-cathedral-cellar-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,KWV
14.5,White,US,"Just delicious. Packed with superrich and refined Viognier flavors of pineapple and mango chutney, apricot honey, vanilla and spices, the wine is dry and creamy, with brisk, refreshing acidity. Perfect for a cocktail sipper.",Estate,17,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2005 Estate Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2005-estate-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2005,Zaca Mesa
,White,US,"This cool-climate variety loves it in the Sta. (formerly Santa) Rita Hills. High acidity creates a cool, cleansing feel, while the wine brims with citrus zest, pineapple meringue, mineral and vanilla flavors. This will send chefs into food-pairing heaven.",Turner Vineyard,18,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2005 Turner Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2005-turner-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2005,Carr
13.5,Red,France,"A fine example of Jaboulet's Thalabert, the 2003 features plenty of ripeness without becoming jammy or overdone. It's round and mouthfilling, with supple tannins and a creamy texture, while the flavors are herbal and peppery but also meaty and dark, featuring notes of black olive and espresso. Drink now–2015.",Domaine de Thalabert,33,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2003 Domaine de Thalabert  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2003-domaine-thalabert-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
14.5,Red,France,"A blend of roughly 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, this bottling from Perrin & Fils is dense and firm, with enough structure to suggest aging through 2010 at least. Yet it's also wonderfully perfumed, featuring floral and spice notes as well as dark berries that are almost liqueur-like in their intensity.",Les Christins,22,90,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Perrin & Fils 2004 Les Christins Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2004-christins-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Perrin & Fils
13.9,White,New Zealand,"One of New Zealand's most consistently good wineries, Peg Bay has turned in an excellent 2005 Chardonnay. The bouquet is packed with smoke and toasted nuts, but the fruit easily emerges on the palate, opening into peach, honey and bright citrus flavors. Creamy in texture, with a long finish that folds in a lovely honey-nut character.",,35,90,Waipara Valley,,,Pegasus Bay 2005 Chardonnay (Waipara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2005-chardonnay-waipara-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Pegasus Bay
,White,France,"Toasty and nutty on the nose, this is a lush, fruit-filled Burgundy that nevertheless retains a sense of minerality amid its baked-apple flavors. It's plump and custardy in texture, with ample power and concentration, turning minerally on the finish.",Les Charmes Premier Cru,70,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Prosper Maufoux 2003 Les Charmes Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2003-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2003,Prosper Maufoux
,Red,US,"A quality Bordeaux blend, nicely fleshed out with Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet Franc components. Fine spices focus the core of raspberry and black cherry, and there's a suggestion of cola running through the finish.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Novelty Hill
14.5,Red,Spain,"Big and charred, but under the veil of new oak there's violet, blackberry and savory spice notes. Full throttle on the palate, with quality plum and cherry flavors. Tight and tannic late, but not overly rough. Should be at its best in 2007–08.",Campo Góticos,55,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,7 Lunas 2003 Campo Góticos  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/7-lunas-2003-campo-goticos-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,7 Lunas
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a firm and compact wine that holds the Brunello banner high; cherry, leather, tobacco, and loads of clove spice linger on the nose and palate. The wine has a medium body with an interesting sweet and sour tug of war on the finish.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fontevecchia 2000  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontevecchia-2000-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2000,Fontevecchia
13.5,White,South Africa,"The bouquet may take a while to come around, but when it does you'll know what you're in for. Strong tropical fruit aromas have a citrusy side, leading to a very tropical mouthfeel with a smooth, oaked feel and solid acidity. Its 60% Sauvignon Blanc offers grippy grass and grapefruit flavors, while 40% Chenin Blanc adds mango and nutty notes. Finishes with warm, spicy oak.",The Old Man's Blend,15,90,Coastal Region,,,Groote Post 2005 The Old Man's Blend White (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groote-post-2005-the-old-mans-blend-white-coastal-region/,White Blend,2005,Groote Post
,White,Australia,"Very minerally on the nose, with a twist of fresh citrus. The palate follows suit, with minerality and vibrant citrus characters meshing beautifully through the finish. Acidity is just lively enough. A very pretty wine that relies more on texture than overt fruit to shine.",Julius,30,90,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Henschke 2005 Julius Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2005-julius-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2005,Henschke
14.9,Red,US,"This blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah—the three loves, get it?—is dry and fine. It has real complexity, mingling tart cherry skin and blackberry flavors with earthy coffee, tobacco, spices and herbs. Best now.",Mes Trois Amours Red Wine,30,90,California,California Other,California,Ledson 2003 Mes Trois Amours Red Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2003-mes-trois-amours-red-wine-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Ledson
,Red,US,"Rutherford Hill has a great history with this variety, and it seems like they are making a statement here. The wine is very dry, quite tannic and not showing much flavor now. Doesn't seem like it's a cellar candidate, but may be.",Reserve,90,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2003 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2003-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Rutherford Hill
14.5,White,US,"Super-ripe in tropical papaya, pineapple and white peach flavors, with a charry, caramel sweetness that seems to come from oak. Sweet clove and anise on the finish.",Reserve American Oak,31,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2004 Reserve American Oak Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2004-reserve-american-oak-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Roche
15,Red,US,"Take your average oaky Napa cult Cab, strip away the bells and whistles that make it, rather than food, the star at the table, and what you get is this balanced, elegant Cab. Gary Eberle has spent a lifetime figuring out how to make a wine like this, and food-loving wine drinkers are the beneficiaries.",Estate Bottled,29,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2003 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2003-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Eberle
,Red,France,"Better known for his Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine Roger Sabon actually owns more acreage on the Lirac side of the river. This cuvée, made from 40-50-year-old vines, is a big, muscular Lirac marked by hints of tree bark and dark, plummy fruit. Powerful and long on the finish; drink from 2008–2015.",Chapelle de Maillac,20,90,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Roger Sabon 2005 Chapelle de Maillac Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roger-sabon-2005-chapelle-maillac-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Roger Sabon
,Red,France,"This impressive blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah admirably showcases the attributes of Vacqueyras, featuring bold red-fruit scents accented by clove spice. It's creamy and full-bodied, with raspberry and strawberry fruit buttressed by firm tannins on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Vieilles Vignes,15,90,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine le Colombier 2004 Vieilles Vignes Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-colombier-2004-vieilles-vignes-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine le Colombier
,Red,France,"A big step up from the regular Côtes-du-Rhône bottling, this villages wine is brimming with ripe stone fruits—peaches and cherries—accented by chocolate and spice. Silky tannins ease the flavors effortlessly across the palate, while the finish lingers elegantly. A winner from the co-op at Estézargues.",,12,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine la Montagnette 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montagnette-2004-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine la Montagnette
,White,France,"A 50-50 blend of Marsanne and Roussanne, which gives this wine wonderful freshness and vivacity combined with layers of honeyed ripeness. Honey and orange marmalade star on the nose, along with the merest hint of hazelnuts, while the palate features strong mineral and spice notes. Drink now–2008.",Mairlant,40,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine François Villard 2005 Mairlant  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-francois-villard-2005-mairlant-white-saint-joseph/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine François Villard
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Incredibly nutty on the nose, with hints of citrus and caramel. On the palate, lemon and orange flavors take off, although hints of honey-roasted nuts continue in the background. This is a fresh, mostly dry-seeming Madeira with a long, intense finish.",Colheita Medium Rich,32,90,Madeira,,,Cossart Gordon 1990 Colheita Medium Rich Bual (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cossart-gordon-1990-colheita-medium-rich-madeira-bual-madeira/,Bual,1990,Cossart Gordon
,Red,France,"A new discovery for me, this estate is turning out some very good wines from its vineyards in Gigondas and Beaumes-de-Venise. Perhaps its biggest 2004 is this richly warm Gigondas, which is filled with dried fruit and spices. It finishes with supple tannins and layers of spicy intensity.",,27,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine de Cassan 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cassan-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Cassan
13,Red,France,"A controversial wine I'm sure, as I couldn't even make my mind up about it. Tasted from three separate bottles, on one occasion it was positively stunning and would have rated 94 points—it was filled with explosive stone fruit notes, ranging from peach and apricot to plum and cherry; lush but not unstructured. Unfortunately, the two other bottles showed some volatility and more subdued fruit, so I've tempered my rating to reflect that.",Les Hauts de Montmirail,45,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Brusset 2004 Les Hauts de Montmirail  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-brusset-2004-hauts-montmirail-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Brusset
,Sparkling,France,"A blend of 60% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Meunier, this is a light, fresh wine, well developed already, with ripe fruit from a classic Champagne year. The acidity is already moving toward toastiness.",Brut,72,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1999 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1999-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Deutz
,Red,France,"Black cherries are subtly perfumed with ground black pepper, and then carried across the palate aboard a round, mouthfilling wine bolstered by creamy-textured tannins. Nothing at all to dislike here. Drink now.",Les Coteaux,,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Éric & Jöel Durand 2004 Les Coteaux  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-joel-durand-2004-coteaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Éric & Jöel Durand
14.4,Red,US,"Here's a rich, complex, savory Zin from the coolish south-central part of the valley. The vines were planted only in 2000, but the wine has the density of the old vine Zins that border the vineyard. The wild raspberry, coffee, cola and peppery spice flavors finish thoroughly dry, with rich tannins.",Eight Cousins Vineyard,24,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pellegrini 2004 Eight Cousins Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2004-eight-cousins-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Pellegrini
14.3,Red,US,"This full-bodied Pinot has classic Santa Maria character. It's fairly tannic, but very dry, with blue and black fruit and berry flavors veering into leather, overtones of violets, and masses of crushed spices, not to mention smoky oak. Few California Pinots are ageable, but this seems like a slam dunk. Best 2008 through 2012.",Bien Nacido Vineyards,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sanctuary 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctuary-2004-bien-nacido-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sanctuary
,Red,South Africa,"At first smell this seems to be maturing fast, with cedar and pencil shaving aromas. But in fact the tannins are still firm and dry, the ripe black fruit is all there, and it will certainly improve for a few years yet. But it is ready to drink now. A restrained, elegant wine overall. Not imported.",Estate,,90,Stellenbosch,,,Kaapzicht 2001 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaapzicht-2001-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Kaapzicht
,Red,US,"From the excellent Seven Hills property, this classic Cabernet (with 10% Merlot) is consistent to the Januik style—plush, tannic and broadly flavored, with a lush palate of mixed fruits. Aged in new French barrels for 20 months, the ripe, sweet fruit is set against a finish of lightly charred, toasty oak.",Seven Hills Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Januik Winery 2003 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-winery-2003-seven-hills-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Januik Winery
,Red,South Africa,"From one of the Cape's coolest wine regions, this Marlbrook, grown in Constantia, has great structure and dry tannins that reveal cassis fruit underneath. It is very dry at present, a sign of aging potential, but also means it will be a great accompaniment to rich meat dishes. Not imported.",Marlbrook,,90,Constantia,,,Klein Constantia 2005 Marlbrook Cabernet Sauvignon (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klein-constantia-2005-marlbrook-cabernet-sauvignon-constantia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Klein Constantia
14.7,White,US,"I love this wine for its acidic dryness, which is Sauvignon Blanc's first duty. The wine has a refreshing tartness, relieved by rich lime zest and green apple flavors, with a scour of grapefruit. With no oak at all, it's one classy sipper.",,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Hall
15.1,Red,US,"Super-rich in cherries, with even richer chocolate fudge and coffee notes. This flavorful wine is balanced with lively acidity and a minerality that undergirds it. It's a bit obvious and forward, but those flashy flavors are just yummy.",Larner Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Herman Story 2004 Larner Vineyard Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herman-story-2004-larner-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2004,Herman Story
,Red,France,"A bit sappy or resinous on the nose, but later that element seems to recede a bit, revealing herbal accents layered over rich black cherry scents. The ripe black cherry flavors are flawless, while the rich, supple mouthfeel displays lovely structure and balance. Ends with a hint of French roast; ready to drink now and over the next several years.",Terra Amata Chusclan,21,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château Signac 2003 Terra Amata Chusclan Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-signac-2003-terra-amata-chusclan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château Signac
12,Red,France,"This wine seems to have evolved quickly, going from dark and sturdily tannic in June to more perfumed and lighter-bodied in August. I'm happy to report that the changes have been largely for the better, although I have mild concerns about the wine's potential longevity. It now has a bouquet of fresh flowers, herbs and flavors to match. Harmoniously blends amounts of florality, meatiness, spice and fruit. Drink now–2010.",,22,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,E. Guigal 2003  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,E. Guigal
,Red,France,"Lacks the haunting fragrance of the best Hermitage wines, but shows plenty of concentrated dark fruit and toasty oak. Supple and vanilla-laden at first, it firms up and shows more plum fruit and pepper on the finish.",Gambert de Loche,85,90,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2003 Gambert de Loche  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2003-gambert-loche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Cave de Tain
14,Red,Italy,"Aromas of ruby berry, violets and exotic spice identify this wine as 100% Sangiovese. Floral and fruity notes are followed by cookie dough, peach, almond paste and toasted nuts with similar flavors in the mouth and a smoky, spicy finish. Not imported.",Fabrizio Bianchi,35,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Monsanto 2001 Fabrizio Bianchi Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2001-fabrizio-bianchi-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Castello di Monsanto
14.8,Red,US,"Soft, complex and delicious, this Zin comes from mountain vineyards grown high above the fogs of Anderson Valley, where the sun ripens the grapes well. The wine is lush and complex, with black currant, mocha and spice flavors that are so ripe they suggest rum-soaked raisins.",,25,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Mariah 2003 Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mariah-2003-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,2003,Mariah
,Rose,US,"This is from the talented team at Foley, a Rhône blend of Syrah, Cinsault and Grenache. Pale in color, the wine is extremely dry, with high acidity and nuanced flavors of rose petals, dried herbs, grapefruit zest and dusty white pepper. One of the best rosés of the vintage, it's terrific with bouillabaisse.",Rose Wine,12,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foley & Phillips 2005 Rose Wine Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-phillips-2005-rose-wine-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2005,Foley & Phillips
,Red,France,"A blend of wines matured in vat and barrel, adding subtle vanilla and woodspice shadings the bold Coste Chaude fruit. It's lush and soft on the palate, broad and expansive on the finish, picking up hints of chocolate and mocha.",Jupiter,,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan,,Domaine de Coste Chaude 2003 Jupiter Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coste-chaude-2003-jupiter-visan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Coste Chaude
,Sparkling,France,"This Chardonnay-dominated wine (70% to just 30% Pinot Noir) is the top cuvée from the quality-conscious Beaumont des Crayères cooperative. It is a well-balanced wine, with some toast from barrique vinification. It's ripe, already quite soft and ready to drink. Not available in the U.S.",Nostalgie Brut,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Beaumont des Crayères 1998 Nostalgie Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-crayeres-1998-nostalgie-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Beaumont des Crayères
,Red,France,"This is darker and richer than the domaine's Les Terres Jaunes bottling, but also less precisely perfumed. Creamy black cherry fruit washes across the palate in waves carried by supple tannins. It may lack a little nuance--although that may emerge with another year or two in the cellar--but it's full, rich and satisfying.",Cuvée Saint Martin,17,90,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Domaine Ferme Saint-Martin 2004 Cuvée Saint Martin Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferme-saint-martin-2004-cuvee-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Ferme Saint-Martin
,Dessert,France,"Made entirely from Grenache Blanc, this is a throwback to decades ago, when many Rhône wines were made in sweet styles. Pineapple, melon and honey are delivered aboard a rich, viscous wine that's not not heavy or warm, despite 16% alcohol.",Vin Doux Natural (Rasteau),,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine des Escaravailles 2003 Vin Doux Natural (Rasteau) Grenache Blanc (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-escaravailles-2003-vin-doux-natural-rasteau-other-white-grenache-blanc-cotes-villages/,Grenache Blanc,2003,Domaine des Escaravailles
,Red,France,"This is impressively dark in color and appropriately dark and brooding on the nose as well. It's rather full-bodied and weighty because of the low yields and high ripeness of the year, with almost New World intensity of fruit (blueberries) married to Old World structure. Drink now–2015, maybe beyond.",Château Curson,24,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaines Pochon 2003 Château Curson  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-pochon-2003-chateau-curson-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Domaines Pochon
,White,US,"Younger and a bit more raw than the '03, and the oak is sticking out more boldly, but this should be a fine bottle in much the same fashion as its predecessor in a year or so. There's a purity throughout that's outstanding.",,26,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Carpe Diem 2004 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpe-diem-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Carpe Diem
,Red,France,"Shows the baked quality some of the 2003 wines have, with dried-fruit notes of dates and prunes but also lots of complex leather and spice flavors. Very supple, almost creamy in texture, this is supremely ripe and probably needs to be consumed in the next year or two.",,20,90,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château le Devoy Martine 2003 Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-devoy-martine-2003-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château le Devoy Martine
14.2,Red,US,"Chalone continues with its own style, which is not as ripely hedonistic as most other high-end Pinots. But this is the best since 1997. Notable for its balance and harmony, the wine attains great equilibrium of acidity, tannins, oak and cherry fruit. Start drinking this elegant wine in 2008.",,35,90,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2004 Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2004,Chalone Vineyard
13.9,White,US,"One hundred percent barrel fermented and aged sur lies, this polished wine brings the same lemon and lime and grassy flavors as Brander's unoaked Au Naturel. But for me, the oak robs the wine of some of its crispness and brightness, although it's still a high-class Sauvignon Blanc.",Cuvee Nicolas,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2005 Cuvee Nicolas Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2005-cuvee-nicolas-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Brander
,Red,France,"Yves Cuilleron's style is not aimed at blockbuster levels of extract. The 2004 L'Amarybelle exemplifies his balanced approach, yielding ample blackberries and spice couched in a medium-weight wine that is very supple, elegant and persistent. Drink now–2012.",L'Amarybelle,40,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Yves Cuilleron 2004 L'Amarybelle  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yves-cuilleron-2004-lamarybelle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Yves Cuilleron
13.5,Red,Italy,"The potential of Piedmont's lesser-known Dolcetto grape is unmasked in this wine's complex aromatic profile that encompasses toast, cherry fruit and menthol-like notes. Concentrated with snap and spice in the mouth. It shows plenty of personality.",Sant'Anna,20,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Vietti 2003 Sant'Anna  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2003-santanna-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2003,Vietti
,White,Australia,"Buttery gold in color, with hay and peach flavors and a long, dry, persistent finish. Tasted blind, some mistook this Roussanne—a variety that isn't seen often on its own—for a Chardonnay. Very pretty, with good acidity.",Aeolia,100,90,Victoria,Victoria,,Giaconda 2005 Aeolia Roussanne (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaconda-2005-aeolia-roussanne-victoria/,Roussanne,2005,Giaconda
,Red,France,"An excellent effort from young Emmanuel Darnaud, offering good richness and texture to go with pepper-laden cherry aromas. It's plump and mouthfilling—especially for a 2004—with silky tannins on the lingering finish. Drink now–2015.",Les Trois Chênes,25,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Emmanuel Darnaud 2004 Les Trois Chênes  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmanuel-darnaud-2004-trois-chenes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Emmanuel Darnaud
,Red,France,"Vigneron David Reynaud has only been apart from the co-operative for a couple of years, but this is an impressive effort. On the nose, this wine has it all, from flowers to spice to fruit. Then it backs that complexity up with mouthfilling flavors of tart red berries and finely wrought tannins on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Les Croix,27,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine les Bruyeres 2004 Les Croix  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruyeres-2004-croix-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine les Bruyeres
,Red,France,"Very rich for a Côtes-du-Rhône, even one of villages status, with a creamy, almost liquorous mouthfeel. The heat of the vintage has made for dried fruit notes of date and prune, but there's enough enlivening spice so that the wine avoids heaviness. A bit like liquid fruitcake. Drink now.",Vieilles Vignes,,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Les Aphillanthes 2003 Vieilles Vignes Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-aphillanthes-2003-vieilles-vignes-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Les Aphillanthes
,Red,France,"From a parcel planted in 1905, this is a blend of Grenache (60%) and an unusually high proportion of Mourvèdre (40%). From the start the Mourvèdre is apparent, imparting hints of cola and treebark and dark fruit flavors--even a hint of espresso. yet there's also peppery spice from the Grenache, and the wine avoids any sense of heaviness or rusticity. The tannins are supple and velvety, the finish long. Drink now-2014.",Cuvée Prestige Cairanne,27,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de l'Oratoire Saint-Martin 2004 Cuvée Prestige Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-loratoire-saint-martin-2004-cuvee-prestige-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de l'Oratoire Saint-Martin
14,Red,France,"Yes, it's pricey for a Côtes-d-Rhône, but it's also excellent, and worth cellaring for a year or two prior to consumption. Beefy, leathery scents add hints of clove and cinnamon, while the flavors include plenty of black cherry and plum fruit. Young and tannic right now, but the potential is obvious on the wine's long, fruit-driven and spice-accented finish.",,27,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Vieille Julienne 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vieille-julienne-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Vieille Julienne
14.5,Red,US,"Dry Creek Vineyard keeps turning out the most drinkable, delicious Cabernets, at such a good price, and hardly anyone notices. Why? Because it's not from Napa. This wine is soft and rich, with briary blackberry, dark chocolate, coffee and spice flavors that finish completely dry. A sophisticated wine.",,21,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
14,Red,Chile,"A balanced specimen, from front to back and top to bottom. The nose deals smooth fruit touched up by chocolate and a whiff of mint, while the mouth is spicy and herbal but also saturated with dark berry notes and touches of the forest. Stout in terms of feel, with cheek-to-cheek depth.",Los Vascos Reserve,21,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2004 Los Vascos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2004-los-vascos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
14,White,US,"Sometimes lean, elegant wines appeal to specific tastes, and this is that kind of wine. It's very dry, very acidic, with a steely minerality undergirding fresh pineapple and honeysuckle flavors. This is a carefully calibrated wine, not one of those over-the-top Viogniers.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Cold Heaven 2005 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cold-heaven-2005-sanford-benedict-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2005,Cold Heaven
14.5,White,New Zealand,"As always, this is a rather big wine, with plump, melony fruit. Honey and smoky-minerally notes mark the nose, while the palate adds spicy complexity. Powerful and long on the finish.",Unwooded,28,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Clearview 2005 Unwooded Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearview-2005-unwooded-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2005,Clearview
14,Red,Argentina,"It's not often that Bonarda makes a point, but this new one from Trapiche's Broquel label is exemplary. The bouquet pumps out mint, tobacco, black cherry and toasted oak, while the blackberry-drenched palate is pure pleasure. With a steak, this is a sure bet. And it won't break the bank.",Broquel,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Broquel Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-broquel-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,Trapiche
13.9,White,US,"Made Sancerre style, with no oak, this beautiful wine bursts with fresh citrus, honeydew, green grass, sweet pea and peppery spice flavors that stimulate the palate. It's so easy to drink, yet has the complexity to sustain interest. Try with raw shellfish or a salad of bitter greens, chevre, grapefruit and shrimp.",,13,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Vista 2005 Fumé Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2005-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sierra-foothills/,Fumé Blanc,2005,Sierra Vista
14,White,Chile,"This new wine from a venerable Chilean producer scores points all over the map. The nose is a smooth ride of white fruits and cleanliness, while the mouth pulsates with pear, green banana and toasted walnuts. Harmonious and sturdy, with fine balance. One of the best ten-buck, buy-and-drink Chards you'll find.",Aliwen Reserva,10,90,Central Valley,,,Undurraga 2005 Aliwen Reserva Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2005-aliwen-reserva-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Undurraga
16,Red,US,"Here's an industrial strength Petite Sirah, from vineyards in the hotter, northern part of the valley. It's a bold, powerful wine that slams the palate with blackberry marmalade and chocolate flavors that coat the mouth and last for a long time. For all that, this only-in-California wine is fully dry. Be warned, the alcohol is 16%.",Pickett Road,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Pickett Road Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-pickett-road-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2004,Rosenblum
,Red,France,"Lots of spice—particularly anise, but also clove and cinnamon—with wonderfully supple tannins to carry the flavors through a long finish. Ready to drink now.",Les Buissons Cairanne,17,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Santa Duc 2003 Les Buissons Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-duc-2003-buissons-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Santa Duc
,White,France,"Barrel-fermented, and it shows in the richly toasty and honeyed aromas and creamy texture. It's a round, mouthfilling wine, yet doesn't seem fat or overdone in any way, weaving melon, honey and spice flavors in an ample web of flavor. Long on the finish. Drink now.",,65,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Saint Cosme 2004  Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-cosme-2004-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2004,Saint Cosme
,Red,South Africa,"The is the first vintage of this Bordeaux blend, after 10 years of planning and waiting. But the wine is excellent—there's plenty of juicy fruit, dry wood and tannin, along with chocolate and plenty of firm berry flavors.",The Work of Time,30,90,Robertson,,,Springfield Estate 2001 The Work of Time Red (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/springfield-estate-2001-work-time-red-robertson/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Springfield Estate
,Red,France,"True to Colombo's style, this is rather oaky, but with a few years of aging the oak has turned cedary, blending easily with iron and cassis. Long on the finish, with strong cinnamon notes. Drink now-2015.",Les Ruchets,80,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2001 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2001-les-ruchets-cornas-63087/,Syrah,2001,Jean-Luc Colombo
,Rose,France,"Tavel is one of France's best-known rosés, and the local co-op (Les Vignerons de Tavel) accounts for approximately 45 percent of the appellation's production. Thankfully, at least from the 2005 vintage, quality is high and prices reasonable. There are several cuvées bottled and marketed in the U.S., but one of my favorite 2005s was Les Lauzeraie, which boasts lots of mineral and crushed stone aromas. It's quite fruit-driven and rich on the palate, full of cherries and watermelon, while the silky texture gives ita slight edge over some of the other cuvées.",Les Lauzeraies,13,90,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2005 Les Lauzeraies  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2005-lauzeraies-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Les Vignerons de Tavel
15.5,Red,US,"This is a big, ripe Zin from a great vineyard in a warm part of the appellation. There's a lot of heat, but it works well with the blackberry pie, cherry tart and milk chocolate flavors. Nice and dry, if a bit soft.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ledson 2003 Bacigalupi Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2003-bacigalupi-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Ledson
14.5,White,US,"The appellation is the warmest in Monterey, so this is a warm-climate wine that's soft in acidity and easy in tannins, with ripe blackberry, chocolate, cola and coffee flavors. Shows real flair and sophistication.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Hames Valley,La Filice 2003 Petite Sirah (Hames Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filice-2003-petite-sirah-central-coast-hames-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,La Filice
14.5,Red,US,"Ed Filice is the winemaker at Tolosa Winery, in Edna Valley. This Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon blend is dry, fairly tannic, soft and ripe in dark fruit and milk chocolate flavors, with a nice licorice and pepper edge. At its best now, it shows real complexity and elegance.",Joseph George Cépage,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,La Filice 2003 Joseph George Cépage Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filice-2003-joseph-george-cepage-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,La Filice
,White,France,"A bit advanced—likely because of the challenging vintage—but this is a nice rendition of white Hermitage from the fruitier eastern side of the hill. Marmalade and honey give it weight and roundness, while the prominent spice notes range from fennel to black pepper. Drink now.",De L'Orée,111,90,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2002 De L'Orée Marsanne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2002-loree-marsanne-hermitage/,Marsanne,2002,M. Chapoutier
,Rose,US,"The first of the highly anticipated '05s are starting to appear, and to judge from this wine, west side Paso Rhônes will be winners. The wine benefited from a cool vintage, allowing the Mourvèdre, Grenache and Counoise long hang time, yet avoiding overly ripe fruit. Dark, fully dry, racy in acidity and full-bodied for a rosé, this complex blush has an almost Pinot Noir-like weight.",,27,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2005 Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2005-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2005,Tablas Creek
13.4,Red,Portugal,"This Symington family table wine program is going well, to judge by this excellent 2003 Reserva. It packs plenty of lush blackberry fruit into a creamy, medium-bodied wine with supple tannins. Accents of vanilla and spice add nuance to the nose and midpalate, while some peppery notes add length to the finish. Drink now–2010, possibly longer.",Altano Reserva,18,90,Douro,,,Symington Family Estates 2003 Altano Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/symington-family-estates-2003-altano-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Symington Family Estates
,Red,South Africa,"A very pure line of blackberry and dark cherry flavors distinguish this wine. It is certainly structured—underneath the fruit there are plenty of fruit and wood tannins—but the ripe fruit flavors dominate. Based on fruit from the Jonkershoek valley, this shows a fine minerally side, compliments of the granite subsoil.",Stark,27,90,Stellenbosch,,,Stark-Condé 2004 Stark Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2004-stark-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Stark-Condé
14,Red,Chile,"This wine is the perfect model for midlevel Chilean Cabernet. It costs under $15 yet it overdelivers. The nose is firm and toasty, with serious berry and cassis aromas. In the mouth, it sings its way through wavy raspberry and vanilla flavors. Balanced and rich, with some creaminess and depth.",Gran Reserva,14,90,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2004 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2004-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,TerraNoble
14.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a more affordable wine created by the makers of Italy's legendary Sassicaia that has truly come into its own in 2004. The wine has a playful linearity to it accented by many rich mineral tones such as granite and slate roof. Take a second sniff and you'll get chocolate, leather and toasted nut. Good acidity, succulent tannins and persistence make it a stand out wine.",Guidalberto,50,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta San Guido 2004 Guidalberto Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-guido-2004-guidalberto-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2004,Tenuta San Guido
14.9,Red,US,"Balanced and elegant, yet with all the briary, wild character of Zin, this wine, a blend of Russian River and Alexander Valley, captures the spirit of Sonoma Zin. It's nice and dry and balanced, with polished blackberry, blueberry, mocha and spice flavors.",Knotty Vines,19,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2003 Knotty Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2003-knotty-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Rodney Strong
,Red,New Zealand,"From the Bendigo subregion, which has seen enormous expansion over the past several years, this is minor step up from Quartz Reef's regular bottling, with similar floral qualities on the nose and bright cherry fruit, but also more substantial tannins. Cellar for 2–3 years.",Bendigo Estate Vineyard,,90,Central Otago,,,Quartz Reef 2004 Bendigo Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartz-reef-2004-bendigo-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Quartz Reef
,White,France,"Starts with luscious hints of oranges and honey, then adds cool mineral notes to give it backbone and structure. Full and slightly viscous on the palate, with honeyed, stony flavors. Drink now–2010, maybe a year or two longer.",,36,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Pierre Gonon 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gonon-2004-white-saint-joseph/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Pierre Gonon
,Sparkling,France,"A dry, toasty wine that shows maturity now. It has a good structure, though, with hints of red apples and green plums.Ready to drink now; better with food than as an apéritif.",Brut,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 1996 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-1996-brut-champagne-62064/,Champagne Blend,1996,Laurent-Perrier
,Red,US,"This is the winery's French-oaked Syrah. It's smoky, focused and powerful, with sweet, cedary oak melded to dark, substantial fruit. The tannins are smooth and soft and lead into a creamy, caramel, layered finish. Full throttle, balanced and big.",C'est Belle,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2004 C'est Belle Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2004-cest-belle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Walter Dacon
,Red,France,"Like a baby Hermitage, this is inky in color, with concentration to match. Vibrant pepper, herb and blackberry shadings are supple, picking up lots of espresso notes on the lengthy finish. Drink now–2015.",Le Rouvre,,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Yann Chave 2005 Le Rouvre  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yann-chave-2005-le-rouvre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2005,Yann Chave
14.9,Red,US,"While this Zin is clinically dry, it's so explosive in cherry, rhubarb, pomegranate and cola flavors that it's almost sweet, like pie filling. The acids and tannins rush in at the last minute, balancing it with a dusty dryness. It's a classically ripe coastal Zin, and savvy sommeliers will have fun figuring out what to pair it with.",Feeney Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Feeney Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-feeney-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Williams Selyem
,White,France,"Rather rich and intense for a Saint-Péray, marrying honeyed orange flavors with dry, minerally notes. Nice perfume, nice mouthfeel, nice flavors—the complete package. Drink now.",Les Bialères,20,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Péray,,Les Vins de Vienne 2004 Les Bialères White (Saint-Péray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2004-bialeres-white-saint-peray/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Les Vins de Vienne
13,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Riesling combines relatively high alcohol (13%) with ample residual sugar to add even greater richness and mouthfeel. But because of its excellent levels of acidity, it doesn't come across as particularly sweet or heavy. Tangerine, apple and spice notes linger elegantly on the finish.",Rastasburn,25,90,Central Otago,,,Peregrine 2005 Rastasburn Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peregrine-2005-rastasburn-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2005,Peregrine
15.9,Red,US,"From the vineyard's oldest vines (planted 1994) this is the first reserve. Good concentration and Syrah character, dark and peppery, with saturated, fleshy fruit and substantial alcohol – 15.9%.",Reserve,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Morrison Lane 2002 Reserve Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morrison-lane-2002-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2002,Morrison Lane
13.5,White,US,"Morgan has hit its stride with this unoaked Chardonnay. Nothing comes between the intense citrus, pineapple, white peach, apple and spice flavors and your palate. Cleansing acidity boosts it all and makes the wine star-bright. Morgan leads the pack of California unoaked Chards.",Metallico,20,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2005 Metallico Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2005-metallico-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2005,Morgan
,Red,France,"Very vanilla-y, but there's also plenty of underlying material. The lavish oak frames meaty, cassis aromas and flavors. Substantial tannins—almost chewy—but lush; drink 2010-2020.",Les Ruchets,69,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2003 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2003-ruchets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2003,Jean-Luc Colombo
15.7,Red,US,"Bright and acidic as Pinots from this vineyard always are, with crushed hard-spice aromas and ripe cola and cherry compote flavors. The wine is fairly full-bodied and dry, with a polished silk and velvet mouthfeel. Fine now, but has the stuffing to improve for a few years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Eight,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Eight Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-eight-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foxen
14.5,Red,Australia,"It has legs, and it knows how to use them. This Shiraz just sticks to the glass, its blackberry, plum and oak flavors not revealing themselves fully just yet, but sure to impress in 3–5 years. The structure is pleasing—along with a smooth, clay-mineral feel, and a medium-long finish.",Short Row,27,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek 2004 Short Row Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2004-short-row-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Fox Creek
,White,US,"There's massive flavor in this wine, made from young Dijon clone vines. It's a real bomb blast of juicy apricot, pineapple custard, white peach nectar, tapioca and honeysuckle, with a tangy mineral flourish. Almost too rich for its own good, but retains balance, with good acidity.",Clone 76,35,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2004 Clone 76 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2004-clone-76-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Foley
,Red,Australia,"Dark garnet-black in color, but as dark as it is, this is not one of those explosive, overextracted types of New World Pinot. This one serves up cherry flavors that are juicy but just shy of tart, and they're coated in a hefty helping of chalk or mineral. Narrow but very nice; finishes with an old-school iron-ore flavor.",Nantua Vineyard,100,90,Victoria,Victoria,,Giaconda 2004 Nantua Vineyard Pinot Noir (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaconda-2004-nantua-vineyard-pinot-noir-victoria/,Pinot Noir,2004,Giaconda
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Don't let the medium  you—that's how this is supposed to look. Malmsey is the sweetest of the Madeiras, and this one is intensely sweet, yet also lemony-tart at the same time, with flavors of black walnuts, molasses and coffee.",5 year,21,90,Madeira,,,Cossart Gordon NV 5 year Malmsey (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cossart-gordon-nv-5-year-madeira-malmsey-madeira/,Malmsey,,Cossart Gordon
,Red,France,"This 100% Syrah from Les Aphillanthes is smoky and slightly herbal, offering wonderfully complex hints to go along with bold blueberry flavors. A bit chunky, but full-bodied and winsome, with fruit flavors that pump out through the long finish. Drink now–2012.",Le Cros,,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Les Aphillanthes 2003 Le Cros Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-aphillanthes-2003-le-cros-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Les Aphillanthes
,Red,France,"A technically illegal cuvée of 100% Grenache, this is really lush and ripe at over 15% alcohol, yet it doesn't show any heat. Instead, it's a mouthfilling explosion of fruit ranging from black cherries to yellow peaches, yet it's not at all heavy or fudge-like. With some time in the glass, slightly raisined notes appear. So drink it over the next year or two.",Heritage 1924 Rasteau,,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine des Escaravailles 2004 Heritage 1924 Rasteau Grenache (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-escaravailles-2004-heritage-1924-rasteau-grenache-cotes-villages/,Grenache,2004,Domaine des Escaravailles
,White,France,"A Marsanne- and Roussanne-dominated blend, this is ripe and honeyed—almost to the point of raising questions about its residual sugar levels. But coproprietor François Alary says it's only 3g/L. Tastes like a mostly dry rendition of superripe oranges drizzled with honey, balanced by decent acidity and a sense of minerality. Spicy on the finish.",Haut-Coustias Cairanne,17,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de l'Oratoire Saint-Martin 2004 Haut-Coustias Cairanne White (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-loratoire-saint-martin-2004-haut-coustias-cairanne-white-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Domaine de l'Oratoire Saint-Martin
,Red,France,"A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, this is a surprisingly light-bodied wine for the vintage, yet wonderfully perfumed and floral on the nose. Ripe cherry and spice flavors aren't weighty in the mouth but instead are complex and supple—dare I say Burgundian? Hints of chocolate on the finish add an extra element of complexity. Mature; drink now.",Grande Reserve,20,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château Saint Esteve d'Uchaux 2003 Grande Reserve Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-esteve-duchaux-2003-grande-reserve-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château Saint Esteve d'Uchaux
,White,France,"Don't tell the appellation contrôlée police, but this is 100% Viognier (not technically permitted under the Côtes-du-Rhône Villages AC), harvested late with ridiculously low yields, then barrel-fermented and -aged. The result is like liquified buttered nuts, honey and dried apricots. Or maybe it's melted orange marmalade, without the sugar. Only made in occasional vintages, this is a treat.",Cuvée Thérèse,62,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château Saint Esteve d'Uchaux 1999 Cuvée Thérèse Viognier (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-esteve-duchaux-1999-cuvee-therese-viognier-cotes-villages/,Viognier,1999,Château Saint Esteve d'Uchaux
,Red,South Africa,"If any proof were needed that South African wines are stylistically as close to Europe as they can be to California, it would be in this wine. With its tight structure, mineral fruit character and enclosed layer of cassis fruits, this is as Bordeaux as it gets outside southwest France.",Limited Release,67,90,Stellenbosch,,,Clos Malverne 2001 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-malverne-2001-limited-release-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Clos Malverne
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is a full-bodied, supple rendition of Marlborough Pinot Noir, boasting smoky, slightly herbal-peppery scents and bold cherry and plum fruit. There's a suggestion of sassafras or cola as well, which gives this wine an almost Californian flavor. Long and velvety on the finish.",Hatter's Hill,29,90,Marlborough,,,Delta Vineyard 2005 Hatter's Hill Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delta-vineyard-2005-hatters-hill-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Delta Vineyard
14,Red,Spain,"One of the best red wines we've tried from Alicante. It's based on Monastrell, with other grapes thrown in. The result is a complex winner that smells like dark cherries and tastes like a swirl of raspberry, plum and chocolate. Very well balanced considering how warm 2003 was.",Beryna,17,90,Levante,Alicante,,Bodegas Bernabe Navarro 2003 Beryna Red (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bernabe-navarro-2003-beryna-red-alicante/,Red Blend,2003,Bodegas Bernabe Navarro
14.5,Red,US,"A blend of grapes from two vineyards, including Bien Nacido, this polished Pinot shows the crushed hard spices and deep, black-cherry flavors typical of the appellation. It's still a young wine, brimming with acids and tannins, and is drinkable now, but has the stuffing for medium-term aging. It's a good value for a Santa Barbara Pinot of this quality.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Byron
,Rose,France,"Cool and minerally on the nose, but this is a rich, weighty Tavel, almost like a red wine, with some chewy tannins and firm grip. Modest cherry-berry flavors give enough flesh to hang on to, but this is a structural and textural wine first; fruit is a secondary element.",Les Eglantiers,18,90,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Brotte 2005 Les Eglantiers  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotte-2005-eglantiers-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Brotte
14.9,Red,US,"Picture-perfect Carneros Merlot, with rich cherry, cassis, cola and spiced coffee flavors as well as a superb structure. You can almost taste the fog in the crisp acids and furry tannins. Finishes dry and long.",Estate Reserve,33,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2003 Estate Reserve Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2003-estate-reserve-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2003,Roche
13.5,Red,Italy,"Another excellent component of the Vietti portfolio, this elegant Barbaresco is scented by wild sage, dried mint, cigar box and rose petal. A wine capable of a long and complex evolution in the glass with clearly etched tannins over a lean body.",Masseria,92,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Vietti 2001 Masseria  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2001-masseria-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Vietti
13.5,White,US,"This brilliant PG has just a bit of older French oak on it, which adds softening cream, but the wine would be great even without it. The flavors of citrus zest, grapefruit sorbet, melons and figs are enormously rich and strong, and perfectly balanced by crisp acidity and a vibrant minerality leading to a dry, clean finish. What a great price for a wine of this stature.",R&D Franscioni Vineyard,16,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2005 R&D Franscioni Vineyard Pinot Gris (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2005-r-d-franscioni-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Gris,2005,Morgan
,White,US,"Racy acidity characterizes this ripely fruity, oaky wine. It's strong in pineapple, apricot and tangerine cream flavors, while plenty of new French oak contributes a spicy, vanilla-infused smokiness. A bit obvious, but certainly a delicious, captivating Chardonnay.",Barrel Select,38,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2004 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2004-barrel-select-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Foley
14,Red,France,"Even if you're not a fan of the superripe 2003 vintage, it's hard to deny how lush and velvety this wine is. Plums, chocolate and spice elements weave seamlessly in and out, finishing long, with soft tannins. Drink now–2012.",,33,91,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Féraud-Brunel 2003  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feraud-brunel-2003-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Féraud-Brunel
,Red,France,"This contains a fairly high proportion (10–15%) of Viognier, but still seems more tightly packed than Faury's 100% Syrah Saint-Joseph. It's riper, with more cherry-berry fruit and less meatiness, but still has great floral aromas and hints of pepper on the finish. Drink now–2015.",,47,91,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Domaine Philippe Faury 2004  Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-faury-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Philippe Faury
,Sparkling,France,"While the Amour de Deutz, the other blanc de blancs from Deutz is very much in the apéritif style, this blanc de blancs is more of a food wine. It has structure, lemon zest, peaches and other white fruits and a touch of honey. Already somewhat evolved, but still fresh.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,94,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1998 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1998-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Deutz
13.5,White,US,"This almost wins the white food wine of the year award. It's very dry, very crisp, and refreshingly clean, with balanced citrus zest, green melon, stony mineral and spicy pepper flavors. The acids really come into play on the finish. Let's eat!",,15,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2005 Pinot Grigio (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Babcock
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"In a recent series of entry-level Madeiras, this was a standout, offering excellent complexity and richness at a reasonable price. Nuts, toffee and dried fruit aromas and flavors swirl together, balancing moderate sweetness with harmonious acids. Long on the finish.",5 Year,21,91,Madeira,,,Blandy's NV 5 Year Sercial (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blandys-nv-5-year-madeira-sercial-madeira/,Sercial,,Blandy's
,Red,US,"The Magnifique is Dacon's top Syrah, a barrel selection from the French oak-aged side of the winery. It's 98% Syrah, with a splash of Viognier, and indeed it shows a bit more fruit-driven power than the Belle. Blackberry, black cherry and a good lift from streaks of citrus mitigate the overpowering barrel flavors; there's also plenty of fresh acid to provide extra thrust on lift-off. Firm and tannic, with a hint of minerality; this is the winery's best effort to date.",C'est Syrah Magnifique,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2004 C'est Syrah Magnifique Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2004-cest-syrah-magnifique-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Walter Dacon
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Mildly syrupy in texture, this is an intensely sweet Madeira balanced by racy acidity. Rancio and brown sugar aromas lead the way, followed by flavors of caramelized nuts, molasses and burnt citrus peel. Excellent length on the finish, where the crisp acids really shine.",10 Years Old Rich,37,91,Madeira,,,Blandy's NV 10 Years Old Rich Malmsey (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blandys-nv-10-years-old-rich-madeira-malmsey-madeira/,Malmsey,,Blandy's
,Red,New Zealand,"From a top vintage in the region, this is the sort of wine that has won such acclaim for Central Otago. Deep, dark color, bold aromatics and a full, lush feel on the palate imbue this wine with the complete package. Black cherries predominate, but there's also a spicy, wild, briary note on the finish. Drink now-2010.",,,91,Central Otago,,,Quartz Reef 2002 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartz-reef-2002-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2002,Quartz Reef
14,Red,Chile,"Syrah seems to be the new signature grape at Montes, and this high-end example rocks due to round, roasted aromas of earth, coffee and black fruit as well as blackberry, plum and clove flavors. A firm, deep wine with a lot going on. For Chilean Syrah it's quite the mover and shaker.",Alpha,25,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2004 Alpha Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-alpha-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2004,Montes
13.5,Red,Chile,"This small-production luxury red blends Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, and the end result is excellent. Licorice and black fruit carry the masculine bouquet, and next up is a palate of ripe berries that explode in a fireball of flavor. Not oaky, but well oaked; shows the essence of Maipo fruit.",Sons of the Sun,50,91,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2004 Sons of the Sun Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antiyal-2004-sons-sun-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Antiyal
,White,New Zealand,"Made from young vines in the Awatere Valley, this lovely Sauvignon features a bit of smoky pungency on the nose, then honeyed citrus and stone fruit flavors before turning minerally and taut on the finish. Drink now. Not imported.",,,91,Marlborough,,,Foxes Island 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxes-island-2004-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Foxes Island
13.5,Red,France,"Although Chave's négociant bottling labeled Offerus can be a bit underfruited in some years, in the superripe 2003 vintage that's not an issue. It's rich, full and velvety, with blueberry fruit accented by peppery spice, meaty, black olive notes and a touch of espresso. Delicious now, but should have stuffing to last through 2015.",Offerus,23,91,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,J.L. Chave 2003 Offerus  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jl-chave-2003-offerus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,J.L. Chave
,Red,France,"In ‘03, I missed the freshness, laments owner Louis Barruol, but even so, this is darn good wine. Chocolate and plum flavors are accented by spice. It's dense and rich, and while one acknowledges a certain lack of acidity, the wine is nevertheless harmonious.",,65,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Saint Cosme 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-cosme-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Saint Cosme
,White,New Zealand,"A distinctly different style of Sauvignon Blanc than that found in Marlborough, this is riper and rounder, with more potential for evolution in the bottle. Notes of citrus custard mark the bouquet, while the flavors veer toward melon and fig, with hints of peach or nectarine. It's velvety textured, and long on the finish.",,20,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2005-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Te Awa
,Red,US,"Big is the word here. Big in volume and mouthfeel, big in flavor. The fruit is a bit cooked, with blackberry pie filling, rum-soaked raisins and melted milk chocolate splashed with crème de cassis. Finishes with Zin's distinct white pepper. Perfect with grilled pork loin.",Luvisi Vineyard,36,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2004 Luvisi Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2004-luvisi-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Signorello
,Red,France,"This is one wine I could sit and smell all day, with its incredible black pepper nose and lovely blackberry fruit. May not have quite the richness and density of the 2003 version, but instead displays impeccable balance, freshness and length.",,37,91,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Santa Duc 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-duc-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Santa Duc
,Red,France,"An excellent effort, La Roubine's 2004 Gigondas takes blackberry and pepper notes and combines them in a lovely bouquet that's more than the sum of its parts. There's a lushly textured, creamy mouthfeel that makes for even more hedonistic delight. Like a repeating decimal, it's long on the finish. Drink now–2012, maybe longer.",,24,91,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine la Roubine 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roubine-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine la Roubine
,Red,France,"In many ways, this wine reflects the spirit of France's new vignerons. Isabelle and Arnaud Guicharde started the domaine only 18 years ago. The husband and wife team, with no prior winemaking experience, admit that at the beginning, “We made all the mistakes we could.” They've certainly come a long way. This wine is fragrant and spicy, filled with scents of garrigue, baking spices and anise, yet at the same time showing plenty of ripe, mouthfilling fruit. Elegant, complex and a fantastic value.",Cuvée Genest,14,91,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de la Guicharde 2003 Cuvée Genest Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guicharde-2003-cuvee-genest-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Guicharde
13,Red,Spain,"An old-school wine done really well. It starts with cherry, tobacco and light coconut aromas before moving on to juicy boysenberry and citrus flavors that are boosted by CUNE's trademark acids. Muscular, wiry and structured, but with restraints. Think Barry Bonds before Balco.",Imperial Reserva,45,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2000 Imperial Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2000-imperial-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,CVNE
13,Red,France,"Inky purple in color, this traditional blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 15% Mourvèdre and 5% Cinsault is a big, tannic wine, but the tannins are supple and ripe. Dark fruit--blueberries and plums--seem a bit closed and brooding, but grace notes of violets and smoke add nuance. Give it 3-5 years of cellaring.",Coteaux des Travers Cairanne,26,91,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Brusset 2004 Coteaux des Travers Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-brusset-2004-coteaux-travers-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Brusset
,Rose,US,"Doesn't say so on the label, but the wine comes from Kathy Joseph's Fiddlestix Vineyard, and the wine shows the property's clarity of acidity and wealth of berry and spice flavors. It's very dry, a fun wine yet a serious one too, and certainly among the best California rosés of the vintage.",Pink Fiddle Rosé,15,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fiddlehead 2005 Pink Fiddle Rosé Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlehead-2005-pink-fiddle-rose-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2005,Fiddlehead
,Red,France,"Highly perfumed, this is floral and peppery on the nose—a lovely style, complex and intriguing. Even better, while it's elegant and silky-textured in the mouth, it doesn't lack for substance like so many of the 2004s. Drink now–2015.",Lautaret,,91,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Éric & Jöel Durand 2004 Lautaret  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-joel-durand-2004-lautaret-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Éric & Jöel Durand
,Sparkling,France,"This is a delicate style of wine, very classic Pommery. But it does have delicious, crisp fruit, apples and cream flavors. It is still young, very fresh and green—needs more time in the bottle.",Louise,180,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery 1998 Louise  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-1998-louise-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Pommery
,Sparkling,France,"This is the first vintage of a cuvée named, so the advertising has it, after a figure who is both romantic and modern. It is certainly a fine blend that shows ripe fruit, some layers of toast to go with some honey and fresh white fruits. It should age, but, as an apéritif wine, it's ready to drink now.",Cuvée Allegra,65,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart 1999 Cuvée Allegra  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-1999-cuvee-allegra-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Jacquart
,Red,France,"Young and intense on the nose, where dried black-currant aromas pick up hints of chocolate and espresso. This is full-throttle ripe, with lush fruit, great body, soft tannins and good length on the finish. Drinkable now, but should develop more nuance in another 5 years and last at least until 2015.",Marquise de la Tourette,42,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2003 Marquise de la Tourette  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2003-marquise-tourette-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Delas Frères
,Red,South Africa,"A classic Bordeaux blend, dominated by 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, Premiere Selection is a ripe wine, layered with sweet fruit dominating firm tannins. Despite those tannins, the big fruit flavors mean the wine is ready to drink now.",Premiere Selection,35,91,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 2001 Premiere Selection Red (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-2001-premiere-selection-red-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Morgenhof
14.5,Red,France,"From a producer better known for Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this has a beautiful bouquet of crushed spices, violets, and black cherries followed by lush, deep flavors of plums, black cherries and peppery spice. It's round and mouthfilling without being overwhelming, and it's framed by soft tannins. Complexity is raised a notch on the finish via the folding in of espresso and black olive notes. Drink now–2010.",Rasteau,23,91,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de Beaurenard 2003 Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaurenard-2003-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Beaurenard
,Red,France,"Very ripe; it shows a touch of alcoholic warmth, but it's also richly textured, velvety and supple. Hints of mint and chocolate accent the lush cassis flavors that glide across the palate. A blend of 50% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre and 25% Syrah.",Emergence Saint-Maurice,40,91,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Viret 2003 Emergence Saint-Maurice Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-viret-2003-emergence-saint-maurice-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Viret
,Red,Australia,"From the folks who bring you Two Hands comes this big Cab, which sticks to the glass and deals a chile-spiced nose right out of the gate. The front palate is loaded with chocolate, mocha and forward fruit—all of the hedonistic sexiness your palate can handle. A hint of sour cherry is buried, suggesting that some of its assets may reveal themselves down the track.",Greenock Coach House Block,105,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Branson Coach House 2004 Greenock Coach House Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/branson-coach-house-2004-greenock-block-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Branson Coach House
14.5,Red,US,"This is the most balanced and enjoyable of Fife's current crop of Zins, a wholesome, complete wine that captures Zin's wild side and tames it. It has the sophisticated structure of a Merlot, with Zin's wild berry, coffee, and spice flavor profile, and is thoroughly dry, without being too alcoholic.",Redhead Vineyard,24,91,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Fife 2003 Redhead Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2003-redhead-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Fife
,Red,US,"Showing fine varietal character in the racy, silky mouthfeel, high acidity and wonderful dryness, this Pinot brims with cool-climate cola, tart red cherry and cranberry flavors that are so ripe, they finish almost chocolate like. It's a complex, layered wine that was made for food. Great with roast duck, pork, or a nice steak.",Grand Firepeak Cuvée,38,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2004 Grand Firepeak Cuvée Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2004-grand-firepeak-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Baileyana
14,Red,Argentina,"One of the year's best red wine values has to be this fully ripe and totally structured Malbec made by Alberto Antonini (winemaker for Altos Las Hormigas) and Hector Durigutti. The color almost gives away its power; and if not, the aromas of marinated meat, plum and blackberry essence will. Saturated, thick and modern, but made right. Perfect with beef.",Punto Final,11,91,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Bodega Renacer 2004 Punto Final Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2004-punto-final-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2004,Bodega Renacer
,Red,US,"Stylish and tight, with compact flavors of cassis, black cherry and berry in a wrap of baby fat. This muscular Cab has the toasty joie de vivre of a new Bordeaux, without all the herbal stuff. New (as of 2003) winemaker Kevin Mott seems to have solved the issues that were creating severely reduced, hard-as-nails wines in recent vintages.",Artist Series #12,44,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2003 Artist Series #12 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2003-artist-series-12-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Woodward Canyon
,Red,South Africa,"An opulently rich wine from very ripe fruit giving soft tannins, a delicious layer of red berries and mature Cab flavors. There is structure there, buried under all the ripeness, but this is a wine to sink into, ready for immediate drinking.",,28,91,Stellenbosch,,,Vergenoegd 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergenoegd-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Vergenoegd
15.2,Red,US,"The vineyard, in a warmer part of the valley, is old, but the wine has intense, youthfully jammy flavors of raspberries, cherries and blueberries, with Zin's great edge of peppery spice. It's a big, audacious wine, but never loses poise despite very high alcohol.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Bacigalupi Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-bacigalupi-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"Fruit from both Boushey and Ciel du Cheval goes into this special reserve. Always a blockbuster, it is perhaps a touch too ripe in this warm vintage. Dark, jammy, minced pie/fruit compote flavors mix with baked apple, cherry and plum. There are tasty baking spice flavors also, and the wine is ready to be consumed now. The blend includes 12% Mourvèdre and a touch of Viognier.",Cuvée Orleans,60,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2003 Cuvée Orleans Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2003-cuvee-orleans-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,McCrea
14.2,Red,US,"Ripe, with blast-in-your-mouth cherry pie, blackberry jam, dark chocolate, cassis and rum-soaked raisin flavors that go on forever, not to mention lots of rich, sweet new oak. All this flavor is balanced by fine acidity and an intricate overlay of dusty tannins, resulting in a delicious Merlot. Drink now.",Stagecoach Vineyard,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2003 Stagecoach Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2003-stagecoach-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Miner
,Sparkling,France,"Unusual in the Philipponnat range (normally dominated by Pinot Noir), this blanc de blancs is a blend of Chardonnays from the Côte des Blancs and from the Montagne de Reims. It is lightly toasty, dry and fresh with a creamy texture and white fruit flavors. It's ready to drink, very light, poised and crisp.",Grand Blanc,65,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat 1999 Grand Blanc Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-1999-grand-blanc-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Philipponnat
14.2,Red,US,"Give credit both to the terroir and Quivira's long experience, for this is a beautiful Zinfandel. A ripe harvest has given it lush blackberry, blueberry, black raspberry, mocha and spice flavors, but the wine maintains an essential balance and harmony, with a great tannin-acid ratio.",,20,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2004 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Quivira
14.5,Red,Australia,"New to the American market, and worthy of a splashy debut. Plum fruit is deep and muscular on the nose, while the palate offers lifted berry flavors along with softer, more plush plums. Juicy and well structured, and probably not unlike your other favorite big South Australian Shirazes.",The Soloist,40,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2004 The Soloist Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2004-soloist-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Coriole
,Red,France,"Although two bottles of this domaine's 2001 were too brett-ridden to recommend, this wine was stellar. It bursts from the glass with peppered strawberries and dried spices, then adds a lush, creamy mouthfeel and supple tannins. Like few wines do, it seems to grow in intensity on the finish. Drink now–2015.",1806,,91,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine du Grapillon d'Or 2004 1806  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grapillon-dor-2004-1806-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Grapillon d'Or
,Red,France,"From its lovely bouquet of dried flowers and spices to its voluptuous mouthfeel, this knockout has it all. Perfectly ripe (not overripe) black cherries form the foundation, garnished by complex notes of garrigue, and framed by a firm, ageworthy structure. Why pay more for Châteauneuf-du-Pape when you can drink this now and over the next decade?",La Reine des Bois,33,91,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2004 La Reine des Bois Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2004-reine-bois-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Mordorée
,Red,US,"Big, rich, ripe, mouthfilling—there's nothing subtle about this Pinot. It's huge in cherry pie, cola, pomegranate, rhubarb pie, cocoa and sweet, smoky oak flavors. Backing them up is superb acidity and a dry, racy minerality. This succulent young Pinot should age well for the next five years.",Edna Ranch,28,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2003 Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2003-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Tolosa
,Red,South Africa,"A classic Bordeaux blend, featuring 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. It is packed with great cassis flavors that mesh well with the coffee and mocha flavors, dry tannins and hints of spice from 24 months in new wood. The hill in the name recognizes hillside vineyards, Cobblers recognizes that ancestors of the owning Jordan family were in the shoe business.",Cobblers Hill,38,91,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 2003 Cobblers Hill Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-2003-cobblers-hill-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Jardin
14,Red,US,"This may be a second wine to Laurel Glen's fabulous '02 estate Cab, but it can hold its head high in any gathering. It's soft and rich, with lovely varietal cassis, milk chocolate and smoky oak flavors that finish with a savory cut of anise. Fine now, and should hold for several years.",Counterpoint,30,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Laurel Glen 2002 Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2002-counterpoint-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Laurel Glen
14.8,Red,US,"Very good Syrah, with tight, astringently young tannins courtesy of the region's cool climate. Impressive for its balance, a big, rich, dry wine with ripe blackberry, coffee and white pepper flavors and an elegant, upscale mouthfeel. Drink now through 2010. Excellent value for the price.",SRH,18,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2004 SRH Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2004-srh-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2004,Lafond
14,Red,Italy,"This is not an in-your-face-wine. Instead it is reserved and refined yet coquettish enough to dabble out enticing traces of candied cherry, pine resin, cigar box, forest truffles and dried mint leaves. The tannins are round and full, with a touch of perky spice.",Rocche,100,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vietti 2000 Rocche  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2000-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2000,Vietti
,Red,New Zealand,"Tasted from magnum, this is a simultaneously floral and rich wine, filled with cherry blossoms and cherries. Creamy and supple in the mouth, it folds in vanilla and spice on the finish, ending on a briary note.",Bendigo Estate Vineyard,,91,Central Otago,,,Quartz Reef 2002 Bendigo Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartz-reef-2002-bendigo-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2002,Quartz Reef
,White,US,"This is a lovely Chardonnay, delicately structured, elegantly silky, crisp and authoritative. It doesn't whack you with fruit, but presents subtle peach custard, buttercream and citrus flavors girded with a hard minerality. Quite a bit of new oak adds complexity. This is a good Chard for foodies who shy away from the fruit bombs.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,36,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Peters Family 2004 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2004-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Peters Family
13.5,Red,US,"Paraiso's West Terrace Pinot is one of the secrets of the appellation. The wine exemplifies Santa Lucia with big, bold cherry pie, cola, mocha and spice flavors, bright acidity, and voluptuous tannins. Despite the size, it never loses elegance and finesse.",West Terrace,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2003 West Terrace Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2003-west-terrace-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Paraiso Vineyards
,Red,US,"Ripe, rich and silky, with black cherry, cranberry, cola, leather, cocoa, heirloom tomato, balsamic and spice flavors, this is a heck of a good Pinot. It's dry and balanced, a fine showcase of its celebrated terroir. The juicy acidity is a bit raw, but the wine should mellow by 2007.",Rancho Santa Rosa,38,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2004 Rancho Santa Rosa Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2004-rancho-santa-rosa-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foley
,Red,France,"From the place that gave the appellation its name, Guigal's 2003 Saint-Joseph Lieu-Dit Saint-Joseph is an excellent wine. It's dense, rich and chewy—almost fudge-like in weight and intensity, with chocolaty overtones—yet despite that it's also intensely perfumed (think blackberries and peppery spice) and long on the finish. Drink now–2020.",Lieu-Dit Saint-Joseph,38,91,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 2003 Lieu-Dit Saint-Joseph  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2003-lieu-dit-saint-joseph-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,E. Guigal
14.8,Red,US,"Rhône specialist Dennis Fife turns to a vineyard between St. Helena and Calistoga for this Syrah, and the warm vintage has yielded a ripe wine. But Fife has complete control, keeping the rich cherry-chocolate flavors while maintaining a balance of acidity, tannins and dryness.",Max Vineyard,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fife 2001 Max Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2001-max-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2001,Fife
12.5,Red,France,"Especially floral—something this reviewer is a sucker for—with hints of rose petals gracing ground pepper and blackberries. Tastes almost floral as well, as it seems to float ephemerally on the palate yet shows some creamy weight at the same time. Drink now–2012.",,25,91,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Courbis 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courbis-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Courbis
,White,France,"This stellar 2004 may be even richer than a tank sample of the 2005, with lovely pear and pepper aromas and honeyed flavors married to great minerality and freshness. A blend of 70% Marsanne and 30% Roussanne, with 60% of the total fermented in oak, the rest in stainless steel. Drink now–2012.",,29,91,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Belle 2004 White (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-belle-2004-white-crozes-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Domaine Belle
,Red,France,"Full-bodied, with a creamy texture and bright raspberry fruit that help to balance out the considerable tannic heft. Long on the finish, where it picks up lovely spice nuances. Drink 2009–2015.",Signature,25,91,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine les Amouriers 2004 Signature Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-amouriers-2004-signature-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine les Amouriers
,Red,France,"Stunning wine that's among the standard-bearers of the appellation, seamlessly blending bright raspberry fruit with dried spices into a wonderfully complex whole. Then it pairs the complexity of the bouquet with a creamy, full mouthfeel and a long, satisfying finish. Drink now-2015.",Clos de Caveau,23,91,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine le Clos de Caveau 2003 Clos de Caveau Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-clos-caveau-2003-de-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine le Clos de Caveau
,White,France,"There's a bit of barrique showing in this wine, but it's nicely integrated with spice and floral notes. It's also given the wine a plump midpalate that's not overdone. Finishes very elegant and long. Drink now, although it should hold a few years.",,43,91,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Domaine Philippe Faury 2004  Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-faury-2004-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2004,Domaine Philippe Faury
14.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a full-bodied, lush, creamy Chardonnay, but it has something extra to recommend it—a long, mouthwatering finish. The aromas are toasty, but the oak is well integrated and softly frames rich melon, peach and citrus flavors, while secondary accents of butter-toasted nuts and vanilla add layers of complexity.",Reserve,46,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Clearview 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearview-2004-reserve-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2004,Clearview
,Red,US,"Cuvaison invested in Carneros early on, and that effort has paid off with this handsome Syrah. It's clearly cool-climate, with thick tannins and peppery, meaty, leathery flavors, but most notable is the balance. This is a wine that combines complexity with sheer deliciousness, marrying blueberry and blackberry notes with hints of coffee, vanilla and black olives. Drink now-2010.",,30,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2003 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2003,Cuvaison
,Red,US,"This is a fine, dry wine that proves how amenable the region's cool climate is for making great Syrah. The fruit is lush, filling the mouth with raspberry, cherry, mocha and vanilla flavors, with a cedary, leathery complexity. Notable for the smooth, supple tannins.",Dixon Ranch Vineyard,24,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Cerro Caliente 2003 Dixon Ranch Vineyard Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerro-caliente-2003-dixon-ranch-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Cerro Caliente
,Red,US,"A very fine cab Franc; smooth, polished and showing its varietal character. The coffee ground flavors, mixed with green tea tannins, give it a defining edge. It's an earthiness that sets it apart from Cabernet Sauvignon. Inside you'll find plenty of plush blueberry and plum fruit. Good winemaking.",,25,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Camaraderie Cellars 2003 Cabernet Franc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-cellars-2003-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Camaraderie Cellars
,White,France,"A new cuvée from the Tain co-op, a 400-case blend of two plots of 100-year-old vines. It's rich, filled with orange marmalade and honey flavors yet nicely balanced by fresh acidity. Shows hints of fennel and toasty oak on the finish.",Au Coeur des Siècles,44,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2004 Au Coeur des Siècles Marsanne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2004-au-coeur-siecles-marsanne-hermitage/,Marsanne,2004,Cave de Tain
14.1,Red,US,"This is a really good Carneros Pinot, showcasing the terroir in the most delicious way. Complex and dry, it has red cherry, cola and oak flavors, with a rich streak of dried herbs, Asian spices and sweet leather. Really first rate, an elegant, silky Pinot from the Napa side of the appellation.",Las Amigas Vineyard,38,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Signorello 2004 Las Amigas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2004-las-amigas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Signorello
14.2,Red,US,"A blend of Oakville, Rutherford and Calistoga, this Cab shows a classic Napa profile. The most beautifully ripe cassis and black cherries are the flavors, with a chocolate edge enriched with classy, smoky oak, and the tannins are wonderfully rich and detailed. It doesn't seem like an ager, but if you're looking for an immaculate Cab tonight, this is the one.",,49,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vine Cliff 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vine Cliff
,Red,France,"Dense and richly fruited on the nose, but not jammy or simple—there's a healthy dose of spice to add nuance to the plum and black-cherry flavors. Ripe tannins impart a creamy texture to the midpalate, while the finish is long and fresh. Nuanced yet powerful; supple yet structured. This is top-notch stuff from a vintage that's looking extremely promising.",Clos de Sixte,23,92,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils 2005 Clos de Sixte Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-alain-jaume-fils-2005-clos-sixte-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils
14.5,Red,US,"Shows true Pet character in the black color, huge tannins, softness, extremely ripe fruit, and obvious ageability. Everything is superrefined, working at its top level. Blackberries, black cherries, blueberries, creme de cassis, coffee, sweet leather and oak flavors all mingle in a complex wine that loves beef. Drink now through 2020.",,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Foley 2003 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-foley-2003-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Robert Foley
14.2,Red,US,"Classic Napa Zin, dry, rich, balanced and almost with the finesse of a great Cab. It's the tannins that turn the trick. They're so ripe, sweet and fine. Of course, the flavors are totally Zin, all briary berries and peppery spice. Just delicious.",Villa Andriana Vineyard,34,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2004 Villa Andriana Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2004-villa-andriana-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Summers
16,Red,US,"Somehow, Kent Rosenblum has figured out how to craft these big, high-alcohol, hot-country Zins and keep them balanced and dry. This single-vineyard Zin bursts with chocolate-filled raspberry and cherry candy flavors, and the alcoholic heat actually works with the wine, lending it a toasted pepper note. What a California experience.",Richard Sauret Vineyards,25,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rosenblum 2004 Richard Sauret Vineyards Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-richard-sauret-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
14,White,New Zealand,"Lush on the palate, with a silky-creamy texture that's to die for, this is New World Chardonnay all the way, but it's so seductive you might forgive its lack of minerality. Honeyed peach flavors easily carry touches of smoky oak into a long, luscious finish. No point in waiting for this to open up; drink now–2007.",,22,92,Marlborough,,,Seresin 2005 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seresin-2005-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2005,Seresin
,White,New Zealand,"Toasty and mealy on the nose, but those characters are well balanced by honeyed peach and citrus scents. Tasted over two days, on the first it seemed quite open and welcoming, lush and richly textured, while on the second it had closed down a bit and seemed tighter and more citrusy. Finishes long, with marked smoky notes.",,45,92,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2004 Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2004-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Dry River
,White,Australia,"Big, full and lush, but beautifully balanced. Offers nutty aromas and persistent nut, white pepper, melon and peach flavors. There's nothing not to love about this wine. Finishes long.",Nantua Vineyard,50,92,Victoria,Victoria,,Giaconda 2005 Nantua Vineyard Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaconda-2005-nantua-vineyard-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2005,Giaconda
,White,Australia,"This second vintage of Barry's Florita Riesling is excellent. Its flour-like, dusty mouthfeel follows light floral, minerally aromatics. On the palate it's blissfully dry, with lively acidity and dusty citrus flavors. Finish is persistent; delicious throughout.",The Florita,30,92,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2005 The Florita Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2005-florita-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2005,Jim Barry
,Sparkling,France,"Flavors of ripe, crisp apples, white fruits and cinnamon dominate this long-lasting, concentrated wine. There is a touch of toastiness in the aroma, but it is still young, with a firm, mineral character to finish.",Brut,78,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriot 1996 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriot-1996-brut-champagne-62044/,Champagne Blend,1996,Henriot
14.8,White,US,"For decades Hanzell has been making one of California's most (and only) ageworthy Chards. The '03 is one for the cellar, but it comes at the price of being hard in youth. Starts out flinty and tannic, although as it airs, new oak and pineapple emerge. This seems like a very good Hanzell. Best 2009–2015.",,65,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2003 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Hanzell
13.7,White,US,"You can't smell acidity, but you can smell fruit so bright, it has to be high in acidity. This Chard is rewardingly pure and sharp in Key lime pie, papaya purée, fresh juicy tangerine and smoky, vanilla-infused oak flavors, and it grows more interesting with every sip.",SRH,20,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2004 SRH Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2004-srh-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Lafond
,Red,South Africa,"From this beautiful Helderberg estate, this Cabernet Sauvignon is in a leaner style than some vintages, reflecting the cooler conditions of 2004. There are flavors of dark chocolate, juicy black cherries and damsons, while the wine is suffused with layers with acidity. Has great aging potential. Available in the U.S. next summer.",,29,92,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Waterford
14,Red,Portugal,"As you might expect—but see all too rarely—this Douro table wine comes close in character to Port, with bold, blackberry fruit-filled aromas that verge on being overripe. It's got ample alcohol but not to excess, with a firm structure of acid and tannins to hold things in place. Long on the finish; give this 3–5 years to round out and develop some more nuances.",Chryseia,66,92,Douro,,,Prats & Symington LDA 2003 Chryseia Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prats-symington-lda-2003-chryseia-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Prats & Symington LDA
14,Red,Italy,"Although it is too young to drink now, the second edition of Drómos (an intricate blend of five red varieties) already boasts beautiful development with notes of blackberry, cherry fruit, smoke, granite, clove, spice with oak balance. It's smooth, creamy and mouth-wateringly succulent in the mouth.",Dròmos,60,92,Tuscany,Maremma,,Poggio Verrano 2004 Dròmos  (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-verrano-2004-dromos-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2004,Poggio Verrano
,Sparkling,France,"This blanc de blancs from biodynamic grower Pierre Larmandier  is bone dry, packed with delicious white fruit flavors, very crisp, but also full and rich. There is a great mineral edge to it, which shows how well it will age, but enjoy it now as well.",Vieille Vigne de Cramant Grand Cru,70,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier 2000 Vieille Vigne de Cramant Grand Cru Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-2000-vieille-vigne-cramant-grand-cru-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2000,Larmandier-Bernier
,Sparkling,France,"Creamy, fruity aromas already suggest a light, frothy wine. And that's just what this is, fulfilling all the specifications for a rosé. There's some of the 2000 vintage's acidity, and the wine floats across the mouth.",Comtes de Champagne Brut Rosé,200,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 2000 Comtes de Champagne Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-2000-comtes-champagne-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Taittinger
,Red,South Africa,"The estate wine from Remhoogte in which Michel Rolland is both consultant and partner. This Bordeaux Blend is serious stuff with dry tannins that promise good aging. There is some Pinotage in the blend, but it is hardly noticeable; the main flavors come from the textured cassis of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Estate Wine,28,92,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Remhoogte 2003 Estate Wine Red (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remhoogte-2003-estate-wine-red-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Remhoogte
,Red,South Africa,"From its wax seal, its older vintage (this is the current release) and its name, expect interesting things. You won't be disappointed. The wines come from a small parcel of land on the estate that was long considered too poor to plant. Native yeasts, whole berry fermentation and no filtering—that's the methode ancienne part. There are just 20 barrels of poised, elegant wine with huge depth of flavor, black cherries and dense tannins blending well together.",Cabernet Sauvignon Methode Ancienne,52,92,Robertson,,,Springfield Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon Methode Ancienne Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/springfield-estate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-methode-ancienne-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Springfield Estate
,Red,US,"Only 500 cases of this intense, immature wine were produced. Grenache brings bright red cherries, while Syrah contributes weight and tannins and a darker, more brooding streak. The result is a very fine Rhône wine, stylish and complex, but it needs some time. Best 2008 through 2012, or double-decant it now.",Heritage Blend Red Wine,38,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2004 Heritage Blend Red Wine Red (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2004-heritage-blend-red-wine-central-coast-edna-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Tolosa
,Red,France,"This domaine's luxury cuvée shines in 2003, offering a lovely bouquet that balances spice, leather and dried fruits. Shows the plus side of the 2003 vintage in its great concentration, yet it doesn't seem overdone at all. Plum, black cherry and spice: this wine has it all. Drink now–2015. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.",Roc-Epine La Ferme Romaine,28,92,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Lafond 2003 Roc-Epine La Ferme Romaine Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2003-roc-epine-ferme-romaine-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Lafond
15.8,Red,US,"Colgin's first Syrah, and the first from winemaker Mark Aubert, the wine is very dark and glyceriney, suggesting massive extract. Opens with an exciting blast of white pepper leading to baked cherry pie, leather, truffle and complex earthy scents. In the mouth, it's very fruity and chocolaty, with tons of toasty new oak. Yet there is something dramatic here. This is a Syrah to carefully watch in future vintages.",IX Estate,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Colgin 2003 IX Estate Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colgin-2003-ix-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Colgin
,Red,New Zealand,"This, one of New Zealand's cult wines, should retail for about $85 when it hits a select few retailers' shelves this fall. Although not perhaps the strongest vintage in Martinborough, the 2004 Dry River Pinot Noir features incredibly kaleidoscopic forward fruit that ranges from cherry to plum to mixed berries and back again. It's lush and round, yet still structured to age, with a long, silky finish.",,,92,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2004 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2004-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dry River
,Sparkling,France,"This finely structured wine shows layers of acidity, gooseberry flavors, and a steely, mineral heart. Like any wine of this vintage, it will age gracefully, and for many years. Available in the U.S. in late 2007.",Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck 1996 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-1996-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Charles Heidsieck
,Red,US,"Opens with a gorgeous mélange of white pepper, cherry and raspberry fruit, and hints of cocoa, leather, coffee, smoky oak and dusty brown spices. So pure, refined and delicious. Easy to drink yet complex and powerful.",Donna's,30,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2004 Donna's Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2004-donnas-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2004,Melville
12,Sparkling,France,"Very airy, light and floating, this is a typical fresh, elegant wine in the Taittinger style. It has delicious, open raspberry and citrusy flavors, with a great finishing pizzazz of freshness.",Comtes de Champagne Brut Rosé,210,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1999 Comtes de Champagne Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1999-comtes-champagne-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Taittinger
12,Sparkling,France,"A powerful, intense wine. The fruit is green and crisp, but the wine is full-bodied, with flavors of toast and almonds over ripe grapefruit and gooseberries. This wine is still very young, only just beginning to integrate the fruit and the acidity—give it 10 years.",Brut,65,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1999 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1999-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Taittinger
,Sparkling,France,"Beautiful pale onion skin color, with a light aroma of strawberries. These simple initial attributes mask a much more complex wine. The fruit flavors are blended in with toast, with some wood and fresh, lifting acidity. A serious rosé.",Brut Rosé,74,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1999 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1999-brut-rose-champagne-62416/,Champagne Blend,1999,Louis Roederer
,Sparkling,France,"A dry, serious wine, but with a delicious poise and elegance to it. Flavors hint at green apples; it glides in to the mouth, just giving a shape from its acidity.",Brut,70,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery 1998 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-1998-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Pommery
,Sparkling,France,"This is certainly Chardonnay, full of green apple and white fruit creaminess that is still suspended in acidity and needs time to soften and open. Lovely flavors of spiced pears give the wine a great future.",Vieille Vigne de Cramant,70,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier 2002 Vieille Vigne de Cramant Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-2002-vieille-vigne-cramant-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2002,Larmandier-Bernier
,Red,US,"This is a new vineyard from the owners of Bien Nacido, located within sight of the Pacific. The vines are young but promising. This low-production Pinot is dry and racy as the latest clones have given it huge, pure cherry pie, raspberry, cocoa and Fig Newton flavors. Hard to imagine a more delicious young Pinot. Drink this racy wine now.",Solomon Hills Vineyards,38,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,J. Wilkes 2004 Solomon Hills Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-wilkes-2004-solomon-hills-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,J. Wilkes
14.2,Red,US,"Classic Bien Nacido Pinot, this low- production wine shows a fine, elegantly silky mouthfeel, with brisk acidity and red cherry and cola flavors that turn massively spicy on the finish. It's captivating right now, a racy young wine of great pedigree and distinction.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Hillside,38,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,J. Wilkes 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Hillside Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-wilkes-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-hillside-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,J. Wilkes
,Red,France,"Bursts with bold pepper and raspberry aromas and flavors, but they're elegant as much as they're potent. Powerful fruit, supple tannins and a long, structured finish make this one of the top Saint-Josephs. Drink now–2015.",Sainte-Épine,64,92,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Delas Frères 2004 Sainte-Épine  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2004-sainte-epine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Delas Frères
,Red,South Africa,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Cabernet Franc blend is full-bodied and rich, with sweet fruit overflowing an impressive structure that seems effortless. It is near maturity, possibly benefiting from a few more years in the cellar, but those generous, full-power flavors could well be enjoyed now. Until this 2001 vintage, this wine was labeled as Reserve.",Estate Wine,35,92,Stellenbosch,,,Vergenoegd 2001 Estate Wine Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergenoegd-2001-estate-wine-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Vergenoegd
13.5,Red,Italy,"A rich, textured and velvet-like wine with cherry, cedar, cigar box, spice, tobacco, leather and ginger aromas followed by gorgeous toasted flavors in the mouth. It boasts firm tannins and a long, spice-driven finish.",Riserva,65,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fontevecchia 1997 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontevecchia-1997-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,1997,Fontevecchia
,Dessert,France,"Escaravailles makes two sweet wines, this one from Grenache Noir, as well as a white from Grenache Blanc. While both are impressive, the red is a touch more impressive. Dried black cherries and cinnamon mingle easily in this unctuously textured wine. The tannins give it a richer, more velvety mouthfeel.",Vin Doux Natural (Rasteau),44,92,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine des Escaravailles 2003 Vin Doux Natural (Rasteau) Grenache (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-escaravailles-2003-vin-doux-natural-rasteau-grenache-cotes-villages/,Grenache,2003,Domaine des Escaravailles
,Red,South Africa,"Young, vibrant fruit dominates this dense, ripe wine. Not as powerful as the 2003, this shows elegance and some restraint, but there is still a punch of rich black currant, dark plum and coffee flavors. Expect to cellar this wine for at least six years.",,47,92,Franschhoek,,,Boekenhoutskloof 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenhoutskloof-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-franschhoek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Boekenhoutskloof
13.9,Red,Argentina,When this powerhouse icon red was introduced with the '97 vintage it was heavily weighted to Cabernet Sauvignon. But now Malbec accounts for 32% of the blend. The result in this excellent year is a forward wine with laser-beam acidity framing bright blueberry and cassis flavors. It has perfect structure and avoids any of the softness and heaviness that sometimes plague New World super reds. Imported by Billington Imports.,Nicolas Catena Zapata,95,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2002 Nicolas Catena Zapata Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2002-nicolas-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2002,Bodega Catena Zapata
12.5,Sparkling,France,"A superbly ripe Champagne that has all the open generosity of the 1998 vintage. Peach and apricot aromas are followed by flavors of hazelnuts, honey and spices. Of course, it is still very young, and, like all vintages of La Grande Dame, it will age for many years.",La Grande Dame Brut,120,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1998 La Grande Dame Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1998-grande-dame-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
14.1,White,US,"Napa-based Fisher has a new Chardonnay vineyard in Sonoma, 1,300 feet up, and these Dijon clones have produced an intense wine. The grapes were picked very ripe, and the wine is huge in pear and crème brûlée flavors, with zesty acidity. Impressive for its size and interest. You keep reaching for another glass.",Mountain Estate Vineyard,56,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Fisher 2004 Mountain Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisher-2004-mountain-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Fisher
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This is the most Sémillon (30%) I can recall in this wine, and it's also the best I can remember this wine showing, with slightly musky aromas of gooseberry, honey and fig leading into a creamy, richly textured wine loaded with melon and fig fruit. Long on the finish, where it seems to build even higher in flavor intensity.",Sauvignon-Semillon,25,92,Waipara Valley,,,Pegasus Bay 2005 Sauvignon-Semillon White (Waipara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2005-sauvignon-semillon-white-waipara-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Pegasus Bay
,Sparkling,France,"Moët's style, with its delicious forward fruit, is well evidenced in this 1999 vintage. It is full bodied, with apple and almond flavors, developing a toasty character, but still retaining a ripe, open freshness.",Brut,52,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1999 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1999-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Moët & Chandon
,Red,South Africa,"The second vintage from this joint venture between Remhoogte owner Murray Boustred and new partner Michel Rolland. This blend includes Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinotage. It is an impressively perfumed wine that gets away from the juicy Pinotage flavors and goes for a densely packed, woody taste, with great black plum flavors.",Bonne Nouvelle,45,92,Stellenbosch,,,Remhoogte 2003 Bonne Nouvelle Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remhoogte-2003-bonne-nouvelle-red-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Remhoogte
,Red,South Africa,"Named by a previous owner after the Malvern Hills in England, and Frenchified by the current owner, Seymour Pritchard. Clos Malverne benefits from the cool-climate of the Devon Valley to produce structured wines, like this still-young 2004. With juicy, blackberry flavors, and layers of toast and herbs, this is a finely balanced wine. Not imported.",,,92,Stellenbosch,,,Clos Malverne 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-malverne-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Clos Malverne
,Sparkling,France,"Named after a parcel of vines, this superripe wine is made exclusively of Pinot Meunier—it's rare to taste a wine entirely from this grape. Besides being full-bodied, it is also very minerally in character, it has a steely quality which suggests the ability to age well. Applause to Dehours for indicating the disgorgement date on the back label.",Collection Les Genevraux,42,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Dehours 2002 Collection Les Genevraux Pinot Meunier (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehours-2002-collection-genevraux-other-red-pinot-meunier-champagne/,Pinot Meunier,2002,Dehours
,Red,US,"This dense Cab shows the power of a true mountain wine, with intensely concentrated fruit and a thick coating of tannins. Yet those tannins are finely ground and the texture is as smooth as velvet, making for instant drinkability. The flavors are of black currants, mocha, green olives and spicy oak. Drink this stylish Cab now and through 2012.",,40,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Cuvaison 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cuvaison
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Seresin, under the capable guidance of winemaker Brian Bicknell, continues to turn out exemplary Sauvignon Blanc. The 2005 is a great success, boasting sexy aromas of ripe peaches, gooseberries and pink grapefruit, all touched with a hint of honey. Nectarine and pink grapefruit flavors seem made for each other on the plump but not soft palate, while the finish features excellent length and intensity. A benchmark Marlborough Sauvignon.",,21,92,Marlborough,,,Seresin 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seresin-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Seresin
14.5,Red,US,"Easily the best Martin Ray Pinot in memory, this wine has hidden depths, and is absolutely delicious right now. It's pale in color, even a little brown at the edge, yet explodes in the mouth with fresh, vibrant cherry pie filling, rhubarb tea, cola and cinnamon flavors. Despite the power, the texture is delicate and silky.",Reserve,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Martin Ray
,Red,France,"Seemingly at its peak of maturity, although it should stay there for several years, this is a masterful Saint-Joseph, showing great complexity (flowers, pepper, smoke, cherries), ripe fruit and satin-textured tannins. Drink now-2012.",Les Granits,95,92,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,M. Chapoutier 2000 Les Granits  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2000-granits-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2000,M. Chapoutier
14,Red,US,"What a terrific Merlot. Cool Carneros is a natural home to the variety, and this wine is so ripe in blackberry, cherry, coffee and leather flavors, and so dry and balanced. The tannins are pure and supple. All in all, it's just a tremendously rewarding red wine.",Heritage Reserve,30,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2002 Heritage Reserve Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2002-heritage-reserve-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2002,Schug
13.9,Red,US,"Beautiful Pet, among the best in California. Stuffed with bigtime berry, plum, cocoa, lavender and coffee flavors, with sturdy tannins, and very dry, it's a wine that will age, although it's approachable now with rich meats and cheeses.",Redhead Vineyard,24,92,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Fife 2002 Redhead Vineyard Petite Sirah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2002-redhead-vineyard-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Petite Sirah,2002,Fife
11,Dessert,US,"Delicious and refreshing, a dessert wine to have at the end of a great meal to revive the tastebuds. Zesty acidity frames mouthwateringly ripe tangerine, apricot honey, nectarine, vanilla and spice flavors.",Moscato d'Andrea,12,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Pecota 2002 Moscato d'Andrea Muscat Canelli (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-pecota-2002-moscato-dandrea-muscat-canelli-napa-valley/,Muscat Canelli,2002,Robert Pecota
,Sparkling,France,"Like all the Gimonnet wines, this is very dry, relying for its richness on the ripe Chardonnay (much of it grand cru from Cramant). This is crisp and clean, with pink grapefruit flavors that give it a lift and liveliness, and a fresh green aftertaste.",Fleuron Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,55,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 2000 Fleuron Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-2000-fleuron-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2000,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils
14.2,Red,US,"I haven't cared for this winery's Bordeaux wines, but with the Burgundians they're hitting pay dirt. This Dijon-clone Pinot is an excellent dry, silky wine with complex flavors of cherries, black raspberries, cola, licorice candy and cinnamon spice. Unfiltered and well oaked, the wine offers something new and interesting with every sniff and sip.",Dunah Vineyard,42,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Peters Family 2004 Dunah Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2004-dunah-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Peters Family
,Red,US,"A great lineup of vineyards—sort of a who's who in Washington—contributes to this excellent Cabernet. Champoux, Klipsun, Red Mountain, Seven Hills and Ciel du Cheval are all in the blend, which is 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. Deep, concentrated and tannic, it mixes  dense and earthy black fruit with barrel notes of smoke and char. Full-bodied, seamless and long.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik Winery 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-winery-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Januik Winery
14.5,Red,US,"Dense, delicious and dry, this Cab comes from between the Silverado Trail and the Vaca Mountains. It's quite impressive, with a deep structure and complex, layered flavors of currants, plums, chocolate and herbs. Thick, furry tannins suggest aging. Best after 2008, and should hold and improve for another 10 years afterward.",,48,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Ilsley 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilsley-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ilsley
14.6,Red,US,"Dennis Fife brings his talent for rich, gutsy reds to this Cab, a blend of Atlas Peak and St. Helena fruit. It's a big, powerful wine, but elegant and controlled every step of the way. Ripe black currant flavors and substantial oak shadings combine with firm, intricate tannins to produce ageable wine. Drink now—2013.",10th Anniversary Reserve,32,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fife 2001 10th Anniversary Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2001-10th-anniversary-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Fife
,Red,France,"A blend of 90% Grenache and 10% Syrah, all from vines averaging 80 years of age, this is a stupendously concentrated wine that still possesses nuance and complexity. Exotic spices—notably lavender and clove—scent the bouquet, while the huge palate boasts layers of plum fruit and thick, velvety tannins. Drinkable now, but probably at its best after 2012.",Valbelle,40,92,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Château de Saint-Cosme 2004 Valbelle  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-saint-cosme-2004-valbelle-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château de Saint-Cosme
,Red,France,"Even though this tips the scales at close to 16% alcohol, there's no trace of heat, just an incredible lush, creamy texture and layers of rich raspberry and blackberry fruit. Hints of coffee and cocoa from two years aging in oak impart nuance, but the old-vine fruit comfortably carries the day. Drink now–2015+.",Prestige des Hautes Garrigues,54,92,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Santa Duc 2003 Prestige des Hautes Garrigues  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-duc-2003-prestige-hautes-garrigues-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Santa Duc
,Sparkling,France,"The Caudalies vintage comes from old vines—at least 50 years old. This 1999 is creamy, rich, very soft. It has apricots, ripe fruits, very open, generous and deliciously ready to drink.",Cuvée des Caudalies Grand Cru Brut,120,92,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils 1999 Cuvée des Caudalies Grand Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-1999-cuvee-caudalies-grand-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,De Sousa & Fils
,White,US,"Terrific wine, rich as sin, oozing honey, apricot, lemondrop and exotic quince and pineapple flavors. Yet great cleansing acidity gives it backbone. Finishes with a caramelized richness.",Mer Soleil Vineyard,37,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Austin Hope 2003 Mer Soleil Vineyard Roussanne (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austin-hope-2003-mer-soleil-vineyard-roussanne-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Roussanne,2003,Austin Hope
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The sweetest and richest in the Historic series, the New York Malmsey unfolds slowly in the glass, gradually revealing layers of depth and flavor. Coffee, toffee and date notes emerge, followed by earthy, almost truffley flavors. Powerful and assertive on the long finish.",Historic Series New York Malmsey Special Reserve,40,93,Madeira,,,The Rare Wine Co. NV Historic Series New York Malmsey Special Reserve Madeira (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rare-wine-co-nv-historic-series-new-york-malmsey-special-reserve-madeira-blend-madeira/,Madeira Blend,,The Rare Wine Co.
14,Red,Italy,"Sumptuous and beautiful Barolo with subtle toasted notes, forest floor, cigar box and dried berries all vying for your attention. Powerful but elegant, with soft tannins, balanced acidity and remarkable persistence. A truly amazing wine that yields generously each time you come back to it.",Lazzarito,100,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vietti 2000 Lazzarito  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2000-lazzarito-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2000,Vietti
16.5,Red,US,"Oh, what a rich Zin this is. It's like biting into a chocolate truffle that melts in your mouth. Then comes the blackberry liqueur, cherry pie, cinnamon roll. The wine is dry, but at the cost of mind-blowing alcohol, 16.5%. Love it or not, there's nothing like it.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,45,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Rosenblum
14.5,Red,US,"Made from the Dijon clones so popular in the mid-'90s, this is a tremendous wine. It's dark and vigorous, with massive cherry pie, raspberry tart, white chocolate fudge and coffee flavors, properly dry and rich in fine tannins. I have given it a point less than Wedell's outstanding '03 Pinot simply because this wine is so rich, so dense that it's lost a bit of varietal character. But there's no denying its deliciousness.",Hillside Vineyard,95,93,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wedell Cellars 2002 Hillside Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-2002-hillside-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Wedell Cellars
14.8,Red,US,"This pure Syrah from a great Red Mountain vineyard is a classic in every respect. Deep, succulent black fruits are underscored by tart acid, bone-dry tannins and the vineyard's typical mineral streak. Hints of pepper are sprinkled throughout, and the tight, concentrated layering promises good aging potential. 197 cases made.",Ciel du Cheval,52,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea 2003 Ciel du Cheval Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2003-ciel-cheval-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2003,McCrea
14.4,Red,US,"This is the most ageworthy of Fife's current wines, the one to put your money on. Even at this age, it's still drily tough and tannicly astringent. But it's a fine wine, and there is no doubt it has yet to show its stuff. Buried deep is a solid core of blackberry and cherry fruit yearning to get out. This is a wine to buy in multiple bottles, and begin opening in 2009, one by one. Petite Sirah and Syrah.",Max Cuvée,38,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fife 2001 Max Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2001-max-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Fife
12,Sparkling,France,"This bottle was disgorged in July 1995, allowing nine years of aging. It is a very ripe, soft wine, delicate but still underlain with some of the steely, mineral character of the 1996 vintage. Delicious now, but it will certainly age over the next five years.",Assemblage Brut,66,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard 1996 Assemblage Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-1996-assemblage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Bruno Paillard
,Red,South Africa,"This is a seriously impressive wine. Its black currant fruit, rich smoky flavors and soft tannins come straight out of the glass. But it is very young, needing three years for aging to show its prune, black plum and herbal character blending well with the great layers of y showing some wood. Imported by Vinnovative Imports.",,20,93,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Jardin
14.8,White,US,"Beautiful Chardonnay, ripe, rich, oaky and complex, the kind you fall in love with from the start. Crisp in acids, it flatters the palate with pineapple custard and crème brûlée flavors that are as deep and long as they are broad. Perhaps a shade less rich than the fabulous '03, but a gorgeous, succulent wine.",,34,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Vine Cliff 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Vine Cliff
,Red,France,"A bit closed on the nose, but the potential of this wine is obvious. Crafted from 110-year-old Grenache, the flavors are intense, bathing the palate in layers of plum pudding, anise and chocolate. A huge wine in need of at least five years. Owner Louis Barruol suggests 15 years may be a better bet.",Hominus Fides,50,93,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Château de Saint-Cosme 2004 Hominus Fides  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-saint-cosme-2004-hominus-fides-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château de Saint-Cosme
,Sparkling,France,"One of the few houses still to ferment in wood (Krug is another), Alfred Gratien cultivates an intense style of wine, which has toasty, buttery characters as well as richness. From 1997, this wine is lighter than other Alfred Gratien vintages, showing more acidity than richness, but there is still a stylistic similarity there.",Brut,95,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Alfred Gratien 1997 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfred-gratien-1997-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Alfred Gratien
,Sparkling,France,"Better known for its blends dominated by Pinot Noir, Roederer is following the fashion for blanc de blancs in this very dry, but ripely toasty, full-bodied Chardonnay. It has superrich fruit, but still keeps a sense of proportion in its acidity and green plum flavors.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,74,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1999 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1999-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Louis Roederer
,Red,US,"All of the best barrels are in here, and it shows. This limited (75 case) Bordeaux blend is wonderfully concentrated with sweet, stiff, sappy fruit, Juicy in the mouth, but tightly wound, it is fleshed out with buttery oak flavors of vanilla, toast and caramel. Young, hard and a little bit hostile, this needs major decanting; or stick it away and let it blossom for a decade or more.",Inspiration Reserve Red,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Robert Karl 2003 Inspiration Reserve Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2003-inspiration-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Robert Karl
,Red,South Africa,"The Winemakers Guild is a grouping of South African winemakers and members who can submit wines for approval and release under the Guild name. This impressive 2004 Cabernet is still very young, firmly under the control of fine tannins, but showing ripe but structured dark plums and herbs underneath.",Winemaker Guild Blend,60,92,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2004 Winemaker Guild Blend Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2004-winemaker-guild-blend-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2004,Warwick
,Red,France,"Lovely stuff, boasting knockout aromas of herbal strawberries layered over ripe stone fruit. Flavors follow suit, carried aboard a lush, creamy mouthfeel. Then it finishes long and supple, gliding easily away on supremely ripe tannins. Drink now–2015.",Vieilles Vignes,30,90,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine le Couroulu 2003 Vieilles Vignes Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-couroulu-2003-vieilles-vignes-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Domaine le Couroulu
14,Red,France,"Jean Pierre and Martine Meffre are vignerons in Gigondas who trace their domaine's roots back to 1709, but make this great bargain from 50-year-old vines just outside the Gigondas appellation. The 2004 Saint- Gayan boasts scents of anise, black cherry and flowers on the nose, then follows that up with a lushly textured palate. Flavors of black cherries and spice add some meatier notes, then finish long and softly tannic. Drink now–2012.",,12,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Saint Gayan 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-gayan-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Saint Gayan
,Red,France,"A somewhat lighter style of Lirac this year, with mixed fruit flavors and delicate spice notes. This is delicate and silky in the mouth, with carefully judged tannins and an almost Burgundian feel. Attractive for its tenderness coupled with freshness and nuance. Drink now. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.",Roc-Epine,18,90,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Lafond 2004 Roc-Epine Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2004-roc-epine-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Lafond
,Red,France,"Black olives and blackberries here, with the somewhat rustic flavors smoothed out by a full, round mouthfeel. Lacks a little spice and nuance, but shows good power and length on the finish. Drink 2007-2015.",,18,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Michelas St Jemm 2003  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michelas-st-jemm-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Domaine Michelas St Jemm
,Sparkling,France,"Piper's style is toasty, soft and lively, and this chimes with the open character of the 1998 vintage. There is certainly acidity and some green fruit flavor, but the softness, ripeness and finishing toasty character are what shows best.",Brut,65,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck 1998 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-1998-brut-champagne-62121/,Champagne Blend,1998,Piper-Heidsieck
,Red,France,"Plummy and ripe, but not overdone, with structure provided by a fine sprinkling of dusty tannins and complexity by layers of spice, ranging from pepper to licorice. Drink now–2012. Jack Siler Selections.",Cuvée Saint Christophe,18,89,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Domaine de Cassan 2004 Cuvée Saint Christophe Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cassan-2004-cuvee-saint-christophe-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Cassan
,Red,France,"Just behind the excellent quality of the 2003, Montirius has nevertheless turned in yet another strong effort for its top cuvée. Ripe raspberry fruit turns creamy on the palate, ending with a sense of lushness and a hint of coffee.",Clos Montirius,22,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Montirius 2004 Clos Montirius Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2004-clos-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Montirius
13,White,France,"Exemplifies many of the characteristics of Rhône whites, featuring a seemingly dull, unexpressive nose and an infinitely more interesting palate. The flavors are largely minerally, with hints of apple and melon, while the real excitement is the feel and texture, which combines slightly viscous, oily notes with a dry, tactile finish. Drink now.",Coteaux des Travers Cairanne,19,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Brusset 2004 Coteaux des Travers Cairanne White (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-brusset-2004-coteaux-travers-cairanne-white-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Domaine Brusset
14.2,Red,US,"Coming from a cool vineyard, but a hot vintage, this polished Syrah has intensely ripe fruit, balancing acidity. The tannins are soft and melted, making the wine instantly drinkable. Blackberries, red plums, coffee, sweet leather and spice flavors mingle into a long, rich finish.",Haynes Vineyard,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitford 2003 Haynes Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitford-2003-haynes-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Whitford
,Red,US,"Aggressive, expensive-tasting French oak rules the day here, with moderately ripe, totally generic black cherry fruit flavors. It's all about the barrel, with butterscotch, toast, butter and more butter. Very tasty, quite drinkable, but extremely simple.",,52,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Northstar
14,Red,France,"This medium-bodied, supple wine starts with scents of red fruit—cherries and plums—and darker hints of chocolate. Flavors follow a similar theme, adding hints of dried spices and ending on a crisp note.",Rasteau,16,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Saint Gayan 2003 Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-gayan-2003-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Saint Gayan
,Red,France,"Not quite as good as the Vieilles Vignes bottling, but still downright yummy, this is loaded with red plum fruit that goes down all too easily. The mouthfeel is creamy and supple, the flavors true and satisfying. Drink now-2010.",Classique,18,88,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine le Couroulu 2003 Classique Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-couroulu-2003-classique-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine le Couroulu
,Red,France,"Dark and extracted, with dark plum and chocolate aromas followed by layers of lush plum, fudge and dried-spice flavors. All of this richness is supported by masses of drying tannins on the finish, suggesting a few years of aging is warranted. Drink 2008–2012.",,14,88,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine de la Genestière 2004 Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-genestiere-2004-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Genestière
,Red,Spain,"Bierzo is being called the new frontier for stimulating Spanish red wines, but many are expensive. Cuatro Pasos, a new wine sourced from old hillside vineyards, is not. Still, it delivers power, freshness and flavor, all of which are attributes of the indigenous Mencía grape. With no overt oak character, good acidity and mild tannins, it's perfect for drinking now.",,12,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Cuatro Pasos 2004 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuatro-pasos-2004-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2004,Cuatro Pasos
,Sparkling,France,"This is a ripe, soft wine that still tastes young and fresh. The palate is smooth, with a fine citrus zing on the clean finish. Drink now, or keep for two to three years. Available in 2007.",Fleur de Prestige,45,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Beaumont des Crayères 1999 Fleur de Prestige  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-crayeres-1999-fleur-prestige-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Beaumont des Crayères
,White,Austria,"Packed with green fruit and citrus flavors, this finely crafted wine, smooth and crisp at the same time, is fruity, spicy and immediately delicious to drink. A blend of grapes from two vineyards on the rolling plateau above the city of Krems, this wine is aged in stainless steel for eight months, and packed with freshness. The Türk family—vineyard owners since the 18th century—have changed their labels with this 2005 vintage, and the sunburst motif looks as elegant as the wine.",Vom Urgestein,13,88,Kremstal,,,Türk 2005 Vom Urgestein Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turk-2005-vom-urgestein-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Türk
,Red,US,"Ripe and exuberant, as you would expect from this vineyard, a mouth-filling Pinot strikes with ripe black cherry, raspberry and mocha-choca flavors. Not a subtle Pinot Noir, but it certainly is flamboyant.",Garys' Vineyard,48,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Surh Luchtel 2004 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/surh-luchtel-2004-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Surh Luchtel
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and attractive. The nose is wide open and full of dark berry aromas. The palate is also pretty deep, and in addition to the requisite beaming fruit you'll find licorice and molasses. Finishes on the money, and with richness.",Premium,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2004 Premium Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2004-premium-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Alta Vista
12,White,France,"Moncontour is a showpiece in Vouvray, a perfect renaissance castle standing proud above the Loire. It makes a range of wines from dry to sweet, as well as sparkling, but this demi-sec, off dry, epitomizes Vouvray's Chenin Blanc. Flavors of almonds and quince jelly appear, but always  with a balancing acidity. This is a great apéritif white wine, but as a food partner, try it with blue cheese or fish with rich sauces.",Demi-Sec,15,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2005 Demi-Sec  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2005-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Château Moncontour
,Rose,France,"Intensely flavored and crisp, marrying herbal and mineral notes to juicy strawberry fruit. It's awfully easy to drink, and the crisp anise-tinged finish draws you back for another sip time after time.",,20,88,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Château d'Aqueria 2005  Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daqueria-2005-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Château d'Aqueria
,Rose,US,"You won't see it on the label, but the grapes for this dry blush come from such esteemed cool-climate vineyards as Parmalee, Durell and Saralee's. The terroir imparts refreshing acidity, while the wine shows fine dryness, at a time when so many rosés finish sweet. Pinot flavors of cherries and rose petals combine with spicy vanilla to produce a polished, Provencal-style wine. Amazingly, the wine was entirely fermented and aged in stainless steel.",Pinot Noir Rosé,13,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cartlidge & Browne 2005 Pinot Noir Rosé Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2005-pinot-noir-rose-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2005,Cartlidge & Browne
,Sparkling,France,"This is soft, with ripe peach flavors and some toasty acidity. It's an easy style, perfumed and ready to drink.",Diamant Blanc,120,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 1999 Diamant Blanc  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-1999-diamant-blanc-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Vranken
14.2,Red,US,"Polished and complex, this Cab, from Rutherford and St. Helena, shows ripe blackberry, red and black cherry, chocolate and blueberry flavors with rich oak seasoning. The wine is very dry and the tannins are soft but intricate. This is a lovely restaurant wine if the markup isn't too great. Drink now.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Whitehall Lane
,Red,France,"From a steep plot above the hospital in Tournon, Guigal is trying to make a Saint-Joseph to rival its single-vineyard Côte-Rôties. Heavily oaked, this is missing the perfume of the Lieu-Dit Saint-Joseph bottling. It's supple and round from the time in barrel, and of obvious high quality. But for now the cedary, vanilla tones of the wood are dominant. If they integrate over time, this rating may prove conservative. Drink 2010–2020.",Vignes de l'Hospice,85,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 2003 Vignes de l'Hospice  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2003-vignes-lhospice-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,E. Guigal
14.4,Red,US,"From grapes in the warmer area north of St. Helena comes this soft, polished Zin. It's melted in acids and tannins, but maintains enough balance for the forward, ripe blackberry and cherry pie, coffee and spice flavors. Finishes dry, with some complexity.",Old Vines,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fife 2003 Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2003-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Fife
,White,France,"Notes of toast and smoky quartz show on the nose, then add pear and apple flavors on the palate. From a Faiveley monopole in Mercurey, this shows a fair amount of minerality on the finish and a plump palate presence. Drink now and over the next few years.",Clos Rochette,24,88,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Faiveley 2004 Clos Rochette  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-clos-rochette-chardonnay-mercurey/,Chardonnay,2004,Faiveley
,White,Australia,"This delicate wine offers a minerally feel, high acidity, and persistent lemon and white pear flavors. Elegant but not overly demonstrative; beeswax candle is the main note on the nose.",Louis,27,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Henschke 2005 Louis Semillon (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2005-louis-semillon-semillon-eden-valley/,Sémillon,2005,Henschke
14.1,Red,US,"Starts with upscale aromas of charry new oak and black currants, always a good sign in a Bordeaux red. Rich, ripe and chocolaty, the wine picks up blackberry and coffee flavors and finishes dry, with a dusty scour of tannins. Best now through 2009.",Cloverdale Ranch,21,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pellegrini 2003 Cloverdale Ranch Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2003-cloverdale-ranch-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Pellegrini
,White,US,"Super aromatic, with powerful lemondrop, apricot pit and wildflower scents leading to lots of rich, fruity-flowery flavors. Great acidity makes it crisp and clean, with a firm minerality. Finishes with a honey and citrus flourish.",Verna's,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Melville 2005 Verna's Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2005-vernas-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2005,Melville
,Red,US,"You get that Green Valley acidity in the tart, citrusy bite the wine takes on the palate, followed by a spicy followup of red cherries, cola and pomegranates. The finish is bone dry. This is a well-structured Pinot, elegant and sleek, that should hold and even improve for five years.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Orogeny 2004 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orogeny-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Orogeny
12.5,Red,Spain,"Typically brick-colored and oxidized, which leads to the idea that it's 25 years old already. Unique in every way: The nose is like deconstructed citrus, sherry and leather, while the palate will seem sour if compared to most other reds and zesty if you're coming off a white wine. Hard to describe; a wine for some to admire and others to say, “What the hell?”",Viña Cubillo Crianza,25,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,R. Lopez de Heredia 2000 Viña Cubillo Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-lopez-heredia-2000-vina-cubillo-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,R. Lopez de Heredia
14,Red,Chile,"Straightforward yet enticing berry, oak and tar aromas get it off to a good start. The palate runs extremely juicy and racy, as lively acidity pushes angular cherry, cassis, berry and plum flavors. Quite bright and jumpy for Chilean Cabernet, but also quite good.",20 Barrels Limited Edition,25,88,Maipo Valley,,,Cono Sur 2004 20 Barrels Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2004-20-barrels-limited-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Cono Sur
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Surprisingly light in body, a result of this wine's elegantly wrought balance between acid and sugar. The aromas are fresh, almost briny, while the flavors marry honey and dried apricots without intense sweetness. Long on the finish, where it folds in nutty notes.",15 year Medium Rich,34,88,Madeira,,,Cossart Gordon NV 15 year Medium Rich Bual (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cossart-gordon-nv-15-year-medium-rich-madeira-bual-madeira/,Bual,,Cossart Gordon
14.5,Red,France,"You know a producer is on a hot streak when this very good wine is the ""weak link"" in its lineup. Ripe black cherries and plums are dusted with a fine coating of anise and dried spices. Creamy and quite ripe, with a trace of warmth on the finish. Drink now. Jack Siler Selections.",Cuvée Tradition,15,88,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Domaine de Cassan 2004 Cuvée Tradition Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cassan-2004-cuvee-tradition-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Cassan
,Red,France,"Everything about this wine screams quality, from its impressively dark color to its precise aromas of dark fruit and spice. Plum, blueberry and blackberry flavors glide across the palate, buoyed by a creamy, rich texture. Sure, it could be more complex, but this is an immensely likeable wine; a real find.",La Gerbaude,,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Daniel et Denis Alary 2005 La Gerbaude Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-daniel-denis-alary-2005-gerbaude-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Daniel et Denis Alary
,Red,France,"Dense and intense, this wine has a packed bouquet that's hard to read at first because of its sheer intensity. In the mouth, it's loaded with cherry and plum fruit, with a snappy, fresh character. Mouthfilling, it also offers considerable length on the finish.",Laurent B,16,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Brusset 2005 Laurent B Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-brusset-2005-laurent-b-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Brusset
,Red,France,"Perfumed on the nose, with attractive shadings of dried flowers and spice layered over a base of black cherries. It's ripe for a 2004, showing a hint of alcoholic warmth and supple tannins. Yet it stays just this side of balanced. Drink now.",Brunel,18,88,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château Saint-Roch 2004 Brunel Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-roch-2004-brunel-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château Saint-Roch
13.2,White,US,"Like the '04, the '05 is pungently aromatic and dry, with green grass, lemongrass, nectarine and cat pee aromas. In the mouth, it turns tart, with citrus, apricot, grass and spice flavors. Fortunately, the creamy texture neutralizes the acidity, which otherwise would be too sharp.",Limited Edition Dollarhide,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2005 Limited Edition Dollarhide Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2005-limited-edition-dollarhide-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,St. Supéry
13.9,Red,Australia,"This Adelaide Hills Shiraz starts off with spicy, peppery aromas that are echoed again on the palate, which shows tangy plum and blackberry flavors. Quite nice, though the spicy, earthy finish could benefit from just a bit more depth.",,29,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Shaw and Smith 2004 Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-smith-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,2004,Shaw and Smith
14,Red,Portugal,"In complete contrast to the same winery's Versátil, this wine's blend of cherries, dried spices and vanilla is terrifically appealing, with a firm structure that helps carry the weight of the fruit. Drink now or hold 3–4 years.",,13,88,Alentejano,,,Santa Vitoria 2004 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-vitoria-2004-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2004,Santa Vitoria
,Sparkling,France,"A soft, ripe, creamy wine that works because of its fine balance between soft fruit flavors and a line of acidity. There is some intensity of flavor from the old-vine fruits. Enjoy over the next two or three years.",Cramant Blanc de Blancs,65,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Lilbert-Fils 2000 Cramant Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lilbert-fils-2000-cramant-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2000,Lilbert-Fils
14,Red,Spain,"This fruit-forward wine based on grapes mostly from the Toro region represents a relatively new project from a venerable Rioja producer. With a few years behind the wines, the '04 is highly expressive and packed with bold character. The palate is lush, saturated and meaty, while the finish is smoky and big. This is a lot of wine for the money.",Riscal 1860,8,88,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Riscal 2004 Riscal 1860 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riscal-2004-1860-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2004,Riscal
13.8,Red,Australia,"The 2003 bottling was big, vibrant and flavorful. This one is less so; its juicy berry fruit wearing a thick veneer of oak that hasn't yet integrated. Surely meant for midterm aging, but still it doesn't show the verve that the previous vintage did. Maybe this bottling is in a dumb phase?",Reserve,50,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tintara 2004 Reserve Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tintara-2004-reserve-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2004,Tintara
14,Red,Argentina,"Quite dense and ripe, with prune, earth and rubber on the nose. The depth of color coincides with the meatiness and grapiness you find on the palate, which is pleasing but modest in depth and complexity. Weighs in as a full, easy, chewy wine.",Afincado Las Compuertas Vineyard,45,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2003 Afincado Las Compuertas Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2003-afincado-las-compuertas-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Terrazas de Los Andes
,Sparkling,France,"Very soft and open, this wine seems to be all froth and apples-and-cream flavors. It has a light touch of acidity, which comes through as the froth subsides.",Brut,49,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 1998 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-1998-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Mailly Grand Cru
13.5,White,Argentina,"Opens with a nice combination of mineral dust and orange marmalade, while the palate is smooth with the flavors of banana and lemon curd. Suave with a splash of  necessary acidity. As always, Luigi Bosca delivers a very good wine.",Reserva,18,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luigi Bosca 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2005-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Luigi Bosca
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A round, lushly fruited vintage Port, the 2000 Rozès boasts scents of toffee, chocolate and prune, then follows up with flavors of chocolate fudge and dark plum. Has enough structure to age another 10 years, just lacks a little length on the finish. Imported by Vranken America.",Vintage,90,88,Port,,,Rozes 2000 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-2000-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Rozes
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This is an intriguing attempt at stretching the boundaries of Marlborough Sauvignon, featuring natural yeasts, barrel fermentation and sur lie aging. The result is a wine with somewhat weird ginger, cashew and coffee-like scents, but also some attractive grapefruit and nectarine flavors. Full and round in the mouth, it finishes dry and minerally.",Márama,32,88,Marlborough,,,Seresin 2004 Márama Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seresin-2004-marama-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Seresin
,White,France,"Honeyed orange aromas easily handle the oak that's been placed over them. On the palate, this is a rich, round wine that fills the mouth without being heavy, ending with a lengthy flourish of toasty oak. Drink now–2008.",Saint-Pierre,48,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Yves Cuilleron 2005 Saint-Pierre  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yves-cuilleron-2005-saint-pierre-roussanne-saint-joseph/,Roussanne,2005,Yves Cuilleron
13.9,Red,US,"This is late for a winery to release an '02 Cab, especially at this price. But the wine has benefited from the extra aging, turning softer and gentler in tannins, yet maintaining complex, fresh cassis and blackberry-tart flavors.",Estate,21,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kunde
13.8,Red,US,"This is a gentle, easy Pinot for drinking tonight, yet it has something of the power and complexity of the winery's top bottlings. Which makes sense, given Williams Selyem's access to top grapes. Silky and dry, the wine has flattering flavors of cherry compote, cola and Provençal herbs.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Williams Selyem 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
,Red,France,"Starts with scents of spice and leather, but in the mouth the concentrated dark fruit comes through, powering its way with black cherries and plums while picking up a hint of licorice on the supple finish. Drink now.",Richesse des Lauzeraies,14,88,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2003 Richesse des Lauzeraies Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2003-richesse-lauzeraies-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Les Vignerons de Tavel
14,Red,France,"The 2003 Les Monticauts—a 100% Syrah cuvée—boasts a deep, healthy purple color and scents reminiscent of stone fruits and blueberries. Add in flavors of coffee and roasted meat as well as a supple, creamy texture and it's a winner. Fairly large-scaled, but surprisingly tight. This could use another 1–2 years before being ready for primetime.",Les Monticauts Chusclan,15,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Les Vignerons de Chusclan 2003 Les Monticauts Chusclan Syrah (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-chusclan-2003-monticauts-chusclan-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes-villages/,Syrah,2003,Les Vignerons de Chusclan
14.6,Red,US,"The harvest heat seems like it made things tough for Hanzell. The tannins kind of step on the wine's generosity, making it dry and edgy. Troublesome, too, is a touch of raisin. Still, Hanzell Pinots develop well over time, and can surprise. Decant, or try after 2007.",,85,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2002 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2002-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Hanzell
13.5,White,Chile,"Predominantly Sauvignon Blanc, and you get those varietal grassy, citric aromas and flavors as the main package. Chardonnay and Viognier at 15% each add roundness and riper flavors, particularly peach and apple. And it's minimally oak-aged, which adds to the mouthfeel. An interesting Chilean blend.",Reserve Assemblage,12,88,Central Valley,,,Estampa 2005 Reserve Assemblage White (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2005-reserve-assemblage-white-central-valley/,White Blend,2005,Estampa
,Red,France,"Denser and fleshier than the 2005 Tradition, with dark berry flavors that lean toward cassis. Shows firm tannins on the finish, but excellent fruit as well. Unlike the Tradition, this bottling needs time; hold 1–2 years.",,,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de Coste Chaude 2005 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coste-chaude-2005-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine de Coste Chaude
,Red,France,"A new discovery, this is a darkly colored Gigondas with lovely ripe Grenache flavors. Blackberry and pepper notes also carry a hint of stone fruit. The tannins are supple, the finish long. Drink now–2012.",,24,88,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Bertrand Stehelin 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertrand-stehelin-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Bertrand Stehelin
15,Red,France,"Like the other Mazurd wines, this is mature—maybe even a little past mature—but still very enjoyable. This cuvée is slightly floral, with delicate leather, dried fig and spice aromas, and a silky-smooth mouthfeel. Folds in a touch of peppery spice on the finish. Drink now.",L'Or du Rhône Cuvée Exceptionnelle,23,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine A. Mazurd & Fils 1995 L'Or du Rhône Cuvée Exceptionnelle Grenache (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-mazurd-fils-1995-lor-rhone-cuvee-exceptionnelle-grenache-cotes/,Grenache,1995,Domaine A. Mazurd & Fils
,Red,France,"This estate recently changed hands and has been reinvigorated. The 2004 is a plump, medium-weight wine layered with berries and peppery spice. Soft and mouthfilling, with silky tannins on the finish. Drink now–2012.",,19,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine du Veau d'Or 2004  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-veau-dor-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine du Veau d'Or
,Red,France,"A bit floral at first...this seems promising. A medium-bodied wine that folds in cherries and berries judiciously mixed with peppery spice. Firmly structured, this could age 2–3 years.",Cuvée Particulière,,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine des Remizières 2004 Cuvée Particulière  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remizieres-2004-cuvee-particuliere-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine des Remizières
,Red,France,"Dusty cassis and mulberry scents waft from the glass; this blend of Grenache and Syrah is nicely perfumed. In the mouth, it's a bit tart and unyielding, but the tannins are supple on the finish. This should have a relatively long, positive future ahead of it. Drink 2008–2015.",La Ponce Rasteau,,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine des Escaravailles 2004 La Ponce Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-escaravailles-2004-ponce-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine des Escaravailles
,White,France,"Minerally and spicy on the nose, but it's rounded out on the palate by ripe melon flavors. The result is plump and medium-bodied, with persistent mineral notes on the finish.",,23,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Philippe Faury 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-faury-2004-white-saint-joseph/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Domaine Philippe Faury
13.7,Red,US,"This is one of those old-fashioned Pets that will last for many years. But it's fully drinkable now because of the upfront blackberry, cherry and spicy plum fruit. If you do pop it, you'll find a very dry wine with firm tannins and brisk acidity. If you like well-aged Petite Sirah, feel free to cellar until 2020.",Reserve,24,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2003 Reserve Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2003-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Concannon
,Red,France,Barrel Sample. 87-89.,*Barrel Sample* François Arnaud,,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Dauvergne & Ranvier 2005 *Barrel Sample* François Arnaud Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dauvergne-ranvier-2005-barrel-sample-francois-arnaud-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Dauvergne & Ranvier
13.5,Red,Spain,"Makes a great early impression via ripe blackberry and toast aromas. Overall there's not much negative to say about this meaty, fruity youngster; it has a lovely color, dark cherry and blackberry flavors, and warm vanilla and chocolate notes on the finish. Becomes more tannic and chunky as it opens; but as an easy drinker it's very good.",Roble,19,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Balbas 2004 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbas-2004-roble-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2004,Balbas
,Sparkling,France,"The special cuvée of Boizel, first made in 1961, is a Pinot Noir-dominant wine, giving an extra richness to the smooth, creamy, lightly toasty flavors. It is powerful and rich, but with a touch of softness that leaves a flavor of orange peel in the mouth.",Joyau de France,140,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Boizel 1995 Joyau de France  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boizel-1995-joyau-france-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Boizel
13.5,White,US,"This is one of the more interesting Rieslings out there, and that's because it's very dry, like an Alsatian Riesling. It has crisp acidity and a steely, minerally undertone to the tart green apple, peach and spice flavors. Very nice, versatile at the table, a real sommelier's wine.",Angeline,14,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Martin Ray 2005 Angeline Riesling (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2005-angeline-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Riesling,2005,Martin Ray
13.5,White,US,"Not from Anderson Valley, but from warmer inland vineyards. This pleasant Gewürz is sprightly in acidity with exotic passion fruit, Asian pear, kumquat, citrus and honeysuckle flavors, and a finish of powdered, dusty Asian spice. If you haven't had a great California Gewürz in a while, try this one.",Angeline,14,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Martin Ray 2005 Angeline Gewürztraminer (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2005-angeline-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Martin Ray
14,Red,Spain,"Dark and attractive in terms of color, with barrique-driven aromas of bacon, toast and roasted plum and berry. This is a ripe, meaty offering with blackberry, chocolate and warm brown sugar flavors supported by full tannins. Shows some licorice and burnt toast on the fairly long finish.",Flor de Grealo,33,89,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Vinya L'Hereu 2002 Flor de Grealo Red (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinya-lhereu-2002-flor-grealo-red-costers-segre/,Red Blend,2002,Vinya L'Hereu
13.5,Red,Spain,"A Tempranillo-based blend that's not only a clear cut above most Spanish reds in this price range, it's the type of wine favored by opponents of the New World, bigger-is-better school of thought. It opens with subtle cherry and spice aromas, while the flavors are similar, with tea and a hint of leather added in. The fuel for it all is laser-like acidity, which gives the wine a ready-to-go personality.",Reserva,11,89,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Sardasol 2001 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sardasol-2001-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Viña Sardasol
,Red,France,"Another promising 2005. This has a beautiful forward bouquet of flowers and red berries, a supple, creamy texture and satisfying raspberry and chocolate flavors. Long and ripe on the finish.",Clos Paradis Premier Cru,23,89,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Prosper Maufoux 2005 Clos Paradis Premier Cru  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2005-clos-paradis-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2005,Prosper Maufoux
,Red,France,"Complex from the start, marrying floral aromas with hints of stemminess, herbs and spice, all supported by lush black-cherry fruit. Picks up notes of black tea on the finish, so while this tastes good now, it may even improve in another year or two.",Les Gravières Premier Cru,36,89,Burgundy,Santenay,,Prosper Maufoux 2003 Les Gravières Premier Cru  (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2003-les-gravieres-premier-cru-santenay-65754/,Pinot Noir,2003,Prosper Maufoux
,Rose,France,"Strikes a fine balance between complex herbal notes and plainer red berry fruit. It's bold and fruit-driven, yet not simply so, with enough spice and herb complexity to make it worth a second and third glass.",,15,89,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Prieuré de Montézargues 2005  Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prieure-montezargues-2005-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Prieuré de Montézargues
13.5,Red,Portugal,"It's a second label, but the quality is still very good, with blackberry and black cherry fruit amped up by the addition of wood spice and vanilla. Tannins are supple, yet firm enough to give the bold fruit focus and structure on the finish. Drink now–2010.",Post Scriptum de Chryseia,24,89,Douro,,,Prats & Symington LDA 2004 Post Scriptum de Chryseia Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prats-symington-lda-2004-post-scriptum-chryseia-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Prats & Symington LDA
,Red,South Africa,"Whole-berry fermentation in open-top fermenters allows fermentation to take place slowly and gently. That's the basis behind this open, generous wine, which has great black fruit flavor, good intensity and soft, ripe tannins.",Whole Berry Cabernet Sauvignon,22,89,Robertson,,,Springfield Estate 2004 Whole Berry Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/springfield-estate-2004-whole-berry-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Springfield Estate
,Red,France,"From a vineyard near Cairanne, this is a young, muscular wine not necessarily intended for early consumption. Recently bottled prior to tasting, it showed some slightly reductive, rubbery notes at first, and then opened to reveal rich blackberry fruit and firm tannins. Drink 2008–2015.",Les Deux Albion,20,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Saint Cosme 2005 Les Deux Albion Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-cosme-2005-deux-albion-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Saint Cosme
13.5,Red,Spain,"Wines like this are good indicators that 2004 is indeed an exceptional vintage in RdD. For a Tempranillo that spent only five months in oak it's fairly settled. The nose is a touch syrupy but you can only love the concentrated berry aromas. The mouth is bulky but satisfying, with huge dark-fruit flavors and balancing tannins and acidity. Jumpy but very likable.",Oak Aged,17,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Rubiejo 2004 Oak Aged  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubiejo-2004-oak-aged-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Rubiejo
,Red,South Africa,"This is more herbal than other recent vintages from Waterford, a stalky Cabernet style. The tannins are firm, dry and solid, the fruit leaning towards hedgerow black fruit flavors. It is ready to drink now, and delicious.",,27,89,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Waterford
,Red,US,"The Beaux is the winery's American-oaked Syrah, with mostly similar vineyard sources to the Belle. The two wines are quite similar, though the Beaux has a bit more spice to the fruit and a bit less suppleness. Sturdy, solid and well made.",C'est Beaux,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2004 C'est Beaux Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2004-cest-beaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Walter Dacon
,Sparkling,France,"From Pinot Noir, with just a touch of Pinot Meunier, this is a powerful, full-bodied wine, with aromas of dried flowers and flavors of stewed fruits, balanced with honey and fresh, crisp acidity. Weighty; this is definitely a food-friendly Champagne.",Cuvée Louis Eugène Blanc de Noirs Brut,56,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier 1999 Cuvée Louis Eugène Blanc de Noirs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-1999-cuvee-louis-eugene-blanc-noirs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Pannier
,Red,France,"As you might expect, this is extraordinarily youthful—vibrant purple in color and full of somewhat unformed dark fruit. Pepper and smoke notes accent bold blueberry flavors, while the supple tannins impart a silky texture. Drink 2007–2015.",Les Meysonniers,29,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2005 Les Meysonniers  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2005-meysonniers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2005,M. Chapoutier
13,Red,France,"Peppery and herbal upfront, then come deeper notes of coffee, black olive and sour plum. Rather fleshy for an '04, with ample mouthfeel and supple tannins. Turns peppery and tart on the finish. A good effort for the vintage.",Les Meysonniers,25,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2004 Les Meysonniers  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2004-meysonniers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,M. Chapoutier
13,Red,Spain,"The bouquet delivers touches of graphite and rubber in front of traditional dried cherry and raspberry. Nice in the mouth, with softly fading fruit riding a wave of persistent acids and tannins. Snappy, old-school and succulent. Drink now through 2010.",Gran Reserva,26,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 1998 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-1998-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Montecillo
13.5,Red,Spain,"Lush and full-bodied, this Tempranillo from vines more than 65 years of age handles its size gracefully, with precise flavors of blackberries and peppery spice rounded out by hints of vanilla and tobacco.",Selección Especial,40,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montebaco 2003 Selección Especial  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montebaco-2003-seleccion-especial-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Montebaco
13.5,Red,Spain,"A slight step up from the Crianza, mostly because it's a level or two more intense. The nose is powerful, albeit full of earthy funk and leather. The palate is snappy and full, with black cherry dominant. Finishes warm and spicy, with cola and chocolate.",Selección Especial,40,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montebaco 2001 Selección Especial  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montebaco-2001-seleccion-especial-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2001,Montebaco
,Red,US,"So pretty and polished, with such an attractive aroma. Light, delicately structured, yet powerful in raspberry and cherry fruit, gingerbread and vanilla. Just a lovely glass of red wine to drink now.",Estate,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Melville 2003 Estate Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2003-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Melville
,Red,France,"From old vines dating back to before World War II (in a warm portion of the appellation), this is a wonderfully fruity and supple Cornas. Loads of fresh raspberries burst from the glass, but give it some time and spice and mineral complexities begin to emerge. Drink now–2015.",Champelrose,45,89,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Domaine Courbis 2004 Champelrose  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courbis-2004-champelrose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Courbis
,Red,US,"Earthier than Foley's Clone 2A Pinot, with rich mushroom and soy notes underneath the coffee and sweet red cherry flavors, this is a dry wine, with good acidity to balance out all that fruit. It's a little raw and juicy now, a young wine that needs some bottle time to pull itself together. Best 2007 through 2010.",Rancho Santa Rosa Pommard Clone,45,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2004 Rancho Santa Rosa Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2004-rancho-santa-rosa-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foley
14.5,Red,France,"Another cuvée from the fine co-op at Estézargues, this blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache boasts an impressive dark purple hue, bold, fruit-driven aromas and a full, rich mouthfeel. Flavors of ripe black cherries and plums finish long and mouthwatering, with velvety tannins. A barrel sample of the 2005 was also promising. A Jenny & François Selection, imported by USA Wine Imports.",,12,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine des Bacchantes 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bacchantes-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine des Bacchantes
,White,France,"If a Faiveley Burgundy could ever be accused of having a slightly New World style, this would be the one. It shows classic Burgundian notes of toasted nuts and a lovely mealy texture, but also great generosity of fruit, ranging from pear and apple to honey and melon. Drink now–2010.",Domaine de la Croix Jacquelet,21,89,Burgundy,Montagny,,Faiveley 2004 Domaine de la Croix Jacquelet  (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-domaine-croix-jacquelet-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2004,Faiveley
,Red,France,"No doubt Santa Duc is a modern estate, but the wines still stay true to their terroir, matching spice with fruit and keeping the oak to a nuance, not a crescendo. Intense boysenberry and mulberry flavors, spicy, peppery complexity and firm, sturdy tannins should stand this wine in good stead as it ages over the next 10 years or so.",,37,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Santa Duc 2003  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-duc-2003-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Santa Duc
13,Red,France,"The high quality of simple, introductory wines like this cuvée is a great sign for the bigger 2005s yet to come. The aromas are intense without being jammy or overripe, featuring peppery, herbal notes to go along with bold raspberry and cassis fruit. The tannins are supple enough to make this approachable right away. Drink now, and plan to stock up on Robin's 2005 Cuvée Alberic Bouvet when it's released.",Papillon,28,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Gilles Robin 2005 Papillon  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-robin-2005-papillon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2005,Gilles Robin
14.2,Red,US,"The grapes came from the county's warmer regions, and you can taste the sunshine. Blackberry jam, black currant, cherry, French olive, Provençal herb and spice flavors are boosted by smoky oak, resulting in a generous, complex wine that has a rich tannic edge but is ready to drink now.",,27,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,France,"Selected entirely from clay-and-limestone soils (other parcels go into the estate's Côtes-du-Rhône), this is a rich, plummy wine. Dark fruit carries an undercurrent of savory mushrooms backed by firm structure. Drink now–2010+.",,14,89,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château de Ségriès 2004 Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-2004-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château de Ségriès
,White,US,"Here's a fine, distinctive Chardonnay. It possesses classic Edna acidity and forward citrus and mineral flavors, with a luscious interweaving of honeysuckle. The wine is thoroughly dry and quite delicious.",Edna Ranch,22,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Alapay 2004 Edna Ranch Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alapay-2004-edna-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Alapay
15.2,White,US,"This is a white wine for red wine lovers. Full-bodied, almost heavy, the wine is enormously rich in fruit flavors that taste oven-baked. One hundred percent barrel fermentation, partially in new oak, makes it even bigger. It's an unusual, even eccentric, PG. Still, Babcock's regular 05 PG, at almost half the price, is fresher and more appealing.",Naughty Little Hillsides,25,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2005 Naughty Little Hillsides Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2005-naughty-little-hillsides-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2005,Babcock
,Red,Uruguay,"They call it Special Barrel, and one sniff tells you that this is a Tannat raised in pricey French oak barrels. And that's not a criticism; the wine is toasty, with alluring charcoal and smoke aromas. The palate is up to it as well, as it exhibits bright, elevated dark-fruit flavors. Nicely balanced for the most part, with plenty of cassis, berry and plum character.",Special Barrel,50,89,Uruguay,,,Bouza 2004 Special Barrel Tannat (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouza-2004-special-barrel-other-red-tannat/,Tannat,2004,Bouza
,Sparkling,France,"This small cooperative, based in Mardeuil, always seems to punch above its station, thanks to good quality fruit. This rosé is the same—a freshly crisp wine that has good depth of flavor and great aromas of red berry fruits. Delicious. Not available in the U.S.",Fleur de Rosé,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Beaumont des Crayères 2002 Fleur de Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-crayeres-2002-fleur-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Beaumont des Crayères
,Red,South Africa,"Rich and silky, this wine is full of very soft, sweet fruit. It has the texture of treacle, dense but without any sense of tannins. The dusty, superripe fruit (14.5% alcohol) makes it very enticing, but the structure and the acidity seem to have disappeared. Not imported.",L'Avenir Grand Vin Pinotage,,89,Stellenbosch,,,Laroche 2004 L'Avenir Grand Vin Pinotage Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2004-lavenir-grand-vin-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2004,Laroche
,Red,US,"Opens with a blast of leather and animal scents, followed by brilliant raspberries and cherries, and then the sweet, spicy oak kicks in. What a sequence. The followup is rich and opulent. A bit on the soft side, but this is a really likeable Syrah.",Edna Ranch,32,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 2003 Edna Ranch Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2003-edna-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Kynsi
,Sparkling,France,"This is ripe, open wine with layers of Pinot Noir showing richness and lively acidity. It is soft, with white fruit and a pure, straightforward character. Maturing fast.",Brut,85,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Boizel 1998 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boizel-1998-brut-champagne-62117/,Champagne Blend,1998,Boizel
14,Red,France,"This blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah boasts a wonderfully supple, fleshy mouthfeel yet remains firmly structured. Cherry pie scents add dark chocolate, earth and mineral notes on the palate, then finish crisp and peppery, framed by dusty, cocoa powder-like tannins. Drink now or hold 3–4 years.",L'Andéol Rasteau,19,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Perrin & Fils 2004 L'Andéol Rasteau Grenache-Syrah (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2004-landeol-rasteau-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-cotes-villages/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Perrin & Fils
14.6,Red,US,"Located in the heart of the valley, hard by such stalwarts as De Loach, this fine Pinot shows cool-climate qualities of brisk acidity and ripe fruit. Cherries, cola, root beer, espresso, cocoa and tangy spices mingle in front of a clean, dry finish.",Olivet Lane Vineyard,24,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pellegrini 2004 Olivet Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2004-olivet-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Pellegrini
13.5,Red,Spain,"Open-cut oak, blackberry and chocolate are the opening shots in this plump, ripe, full-bodied red that is slightly tannic and chewy but impressive due to solid plum, cherry and vanilla flavors. Delivers commendable RdD quality, but $300 is shockingly expensive.",Prestigio Pago de las Solanas,300,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2001 Prestigio Pago de las Solanas  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2001-prestigio-pago-las-solanas-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2001,Matarromera
13,White,Italy,"There's so much Italian Pinot Grigio on the market today and so much of it tastes exactly the same. Among the exceptions is this Pinot Grigio (75 percent) and Verduzzo blend. Thanks to its thicker skins, Verduzzo undergoes extra ripening on drying racks after a late harvest for further concentration of flavors and mouth texture. The Pinot Grigio component reinforces the wine's citrus freshness and peach-like aromas. This is an easy-to-drink white winewith a charis-matic and sophisticated edge.",Masianco,12,89,,Delle Venezie,,Masi 2005 Masianco White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2005-masianco-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2005,Masi
,Red,South Africa,"Matured in 100% new French oak, and it shows on the palate with tight wood tannins. This concentrated wine shows a dense, dark, brooding power from the estate's oldest block of Cabernet vines. The tannins at the end are dry, and the wine deserves another four or five years to mature.",Reserve,45,89,Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Morgenhof
,Red,France,"Yet another brand/cuvée from the great co-op at Estézargues, this is a cleverly named 100% Grenache wine. Starts with bold spice and cherry aromas, then builds on the palate, offering fruit-forward flavors that finish minerally and crisp. Juicy and easy to drink.",,13,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,La Granacha 2004 Grenache (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granacha-2004-grenache-cotes-villages/,Grenache,2004,La Granacha
13.5,Red,South Africa,"From the historic Constantia Valley comes this beautiful blend of Sémillon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscat. Broad aromas of peachy tropical fruit are brushed with grass and toast notes that add complexity, leading to a round, medium-bodied wine that is sculpted with a dry, grassy feel. Tropical fruit and green-bean flavors play cat and mouse, finishing with grapefuit.",Marlbrook,20,89,Constantia,,,Klein Constantia 2004 Marlbrook White (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klein-constantia-2004-marlbrook-white-constantia/,White Blend,2004,Klein Constantia
12.5,White,Portugal,"Deliciously spicy and citrusy, this blend of Arinto, Rabo de Ovelha and Roupiero is quickly becoming one of Portugal's go-to whites. Pepper and ginger notes lead the way, backed by fresh pineapple fruit. A slightly oily mouthfeel gives it some heft, but the finish is spice-driven and refreshing, not heavy. Drink now.",Marquês de Borba,13,89,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2005 Marquês de Borba White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2005-marques-borba-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2005,J. Portugal Ramos
,Sparkling,France,"High acidity shows both that this is a young wine, and that 2000 is not a particularly ripe vintage. There is some attractive tannic structure here, but this will always be a relatively austere wine.",Brut Rosé,74,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2000 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2000-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Louis Roederer
,Red,France,"From 70-year-old vines, a majority of which (60%) are Syrah (the rest Grenache). Blueberries speak of Syrah, while the creamy mouthfeel and supple tannins speak of complete ripeness. Ends with some peppery spice, enough to impart additional interest and complexity. A nice, easy-to-drink Rhône red.",Excellence Chusclan,17,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Les Vignerons de Chusclan 2003 Excellence Chusclan Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-chusclan-2003-excellence-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Les Vignerons de Chusclan
14.5,Red,US,"Delicious and quirky, this wine has a cherried richness and the weight of a fine Chinon, but the silky gentleness of a light, pleasant Beaujolais. It's really a likeable wine, and there's nothing quite like it in California.",,22,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lang & Reed 2004 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2004-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Lang & Reed
,Red,New Zealand,"Te Awa's Bordeaux-style red is a blend of 68% Merlot and 16% each Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Dried herb, plum and mocha notes give an almost St.-Emilion flavor to the wine, but the fruit is definitively New World in style. Supple and creamy enough to drink now, but should also hold a few years.",Boundary,32,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2002 Boundary Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2002-boundary-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Te Awa
,White,Germany,"Given the steep slopes of the region and resulting high production costs, it's a mystery to me how proprietor Nik Weis has managed to keep his wines so affordable. The least expensive of his 2005s is a great introduction to the wines of the Mosel, with surprising minerality and precision for a wine that savvy shoppers can find for as little as $10. It's crisp and clean, lightly sweet, but balanced by fine acidity. It's delicate, yet full of flavor.",QbA,12,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2005 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2005-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,St. Urbans-Hof
,Red,France,"All of the Jaume wines emphasize mouthfeel and texture, and this offering is no exception. It's full-bodied, with a creamy texture and supple tannins that highlight raspberry fruit. It's definitely modern in execution, but satisfying rather than superficial.",Grande Garrigue,19,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils 2004 Grande Garrigue Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-alain-jaume-fils-2004-grande-garrigue-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils
,Red,France,"Part of the burgeoning Alain Jaume & Fils empire, Clos de Sixte is that family's estate in Lirac. The 2004 typifies that vintage, offering fresh black cherry fruit on the nose and palate coupled with spice and freshness. It's classic in style compared to the 2003; harmonious and well balanced.",Clos de Sixte,23,89,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils 2004 Clos de Sixte Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-alain-jaume-fils-2004-clos-sixte-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils
14,Red,Australia,"A little gumtree and blackberry on the nose leads to tangy tannins and red plum fruit on the palate. Very tight with angular oak shadings at this stage, though airing does coax those flavors out. One to try again in 2009.",The Aberfeldy,50,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Tim Adams 2002 The Aberfeldy Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tim-adams-2002-aberfeldy-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Tim Adams
7.5,Dessert,Italy,"I loved the fresh fruit and delicate floral notes that seemed to drift off the nose with amazing intensity. Peach, honeydew and honeysuckle strike a harmonious chord and accent the sparkler's residual sugar.",Monti Furchi,,89,Piedmont,Asti,,Terre da Vino 2004 Monti Furchi Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2004-monti-furchi-muscat-moscato-asti/,Moscato,2004,Terre da Vino
,Red,South Africa,"A very herbal wine, with sage and thyme flavors. There are solid, dry tannins that mask the black fruits and red berry tastes. This is a wine that obviously needs time to develop, promising a serious, tannin-layered style.",Private Collection,,89,Stellenbosch,,,Saxenburg Estate 2003 Private Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxenburg-estate-2003-private-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Saxenburg Estate
13.5,Red,Spain,"There's no shortage of barrel-driven hickory, coffee and chocolate on this modern-style Rioja, but there's also a spike of green on the nose and at the core of the flavor profile. Surrounding that is bright blackberry, amplified tannins and bursting acidity. Needs air upon opening—that, or more time in the cellar.",Coto Real Reserva,48,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2000 Coto Real Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2000-coto-real-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,El Coto
,Red,France,"Deeper and more profound than La Garrigue's regular cuvée--just a notch above in every way. The coffee notes are deeper, more like espresso. The tannins are creamier. The fruit flavors darker. Too bad it's not available in the U.S.",Cuvée de l'Hostellerie,,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine la Garrigue 2003 Cuvée de l'Hostellerie Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-garrigue-2003-cuvee-lhostellerie-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Domaine la Garrigue
,Red,France,"Matured in barrique for 9 months, this blend of Grenache and Syrah features intense cherry aromas accented by red plum notes—maybe even a hint of peach. Yet despite the evident ripeness it's still on the firm side, with some tea-like tannins on the finish. Drink 2008–2013.",Grande Reserve,23,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret,,Domaine de Mourchon 2003 Grande Reserve Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mourchon-2003-grande-reserve-seguret-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Mourchon
,White,France,"Performs well above what its modest appellation would have you believe, delivering a perfumed bouquet of stone fruit and nasturtium blossom, with a hint of anise. On the palate, it's rich, mouthcoating and spicy, with a lingering finish.",Grands Classiques,,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Présidente 2005 Grands Classiques White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-presidente-2005-grands-classiques-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine de la Présidente
,Red,France,"This is the same wine as the La Rocaille, but aged in barrel, which has given it a slightly lusher texture as well as hints of cedar, vanilla and chocolate. It's just a stylistic difference, not a qualitative one.",L'Argentière,,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan,,Domaine de Coste Chaude 2004 L'Argentière Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coste-chaude-2004-largentiere-visan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Coste Chaude
,Red,France,"Aged entirely in vat, this old-vines cuvée from selected parcels features a rich, creamy texture but also great peppery spice. Cassis and mulberry flavors provide power and length on the finish. Drink 2007–2012.",La Rocaille,,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan,,Domaine de Coste Chaude 2004 La Rocaille Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coste-chaude-2004-rocaille-visan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Coste Chaude
,White,France,"Shows what a quality-conscious co-op can achieve. This is mainly Marsanne, femented in barrel on its indigenous yeasts. The result is rich and viscous, plump with orange-tangerine and honey flavors, and marked by strong fennel notes. Adds a white-pepper note on the finish.",,39,89,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2003 Marsanne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2003-marsanne-hermitage/,Marsanne,2003,Cave de Tain
,Red,Portugal,"Look at the label of this Dão red wine, and there is a cricket (in Portuguese a grilo) lurking in one corner. Perfumed, deeply colored, this is a blend of Alfrocheiro and Touriga Nacional. With flavors of new wood, raisins and dried prunes, this is a great, fruity wine that combines tannins with its powerful, ripe fruit flavors. Oenologist Carlos Moura, part of the dynamic team that runs Dão Sul and Quinta do Cabriz, shows the modern side of the region with a wine that has juicy red berries, mint, spice and a well-integrated, polished wood character. A powerful but balanced wine.",Quinta dos Grilos,11,89,Dão,,,Casa di Tonda 2004 Quinta dos Grilos Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-tonda-2004-quinta-grilos-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2004,Casa di Tonda
13.5,Red,Spain,"Leans toward the modern style, with plenty of oak, bacon and plum on the bouquet. Quite upright and balanced throughout, with cherry, raspberry, cola and brown sugar for flavors. A thorough, heartily oaked Tempranillo with purity and style. Almost at the top echelon.",Reserva,35,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valenciso 2001 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valenciso-2001-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Valenciso
,Red,US,"The wine is 44% Cab Franc, 41% Merlot and 14% Cab, with a splash of Petit Verdot. Complex and fragrant, it suggests a varied mix of fruit and leaf, from dried cranberry, cherry and raisin to tobacco, soy and spice. The feel seems a bit chalky, and it is difficult to assess the potential lifespan of the wine at this point in time.",Estate Red,55,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2003 Estate Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2003-estate-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Woodward Canyon
13.9,Red,US,"Darker and meatier than the winery's basic Sonoma County bottling, this Pinot has a fleshy fullness and tannins that suggest midterm aging. It's very dry and a bit soft, with powerful black cherry, cola, rhubarb, coffee and leather flavors.",,35,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
,Red,South Africa,"A single-vineyard wine from land high in the dramatic Jonkershoek valley, this is an intriguingly perfumed wine that still shows a fine sense of structure. The fruit is certainly ripe—it is 14.5% alcohol—but that is lost in the balance with acidity and fine black currant flavors.",Condé,42,89,Stellenbosch,,,Stark-Condé 2004 Condé Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2004-conde-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Stark-Condé
,White,US,"Older oak barrel aging as well as stirring on the lees bring softness and creaminess to this fresh, clean wine. It brims with bright acidity, showing tart green apple, papaya, lemongrass and apricot flavors, and again proves how beautifully this Santa Barbara appellation ripens Sauvignon Blanc.",,16,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lincourt 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Lincourt
,Red,US,"An interesting tangle of flavors—silky smooth chocolate and bright citrus, wrapped around cool-climate Syrah fruit. There is a lovely floral element in the nose, and the bright berry core is smoothly melded into lightly toasted, chocolaty barrel flavors.",Dineen Vineyard,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,OS Winery 2004 Dineen Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2004-dineen-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2004,OS Winery
,Red,New Zealand,"Winemaker Rudi Bauer has turned in another fine Pinot, marrying floral complexity to ripe cherries in a medium-bodied wine. Subtle spice and vanilla notes add nuance, while fine tannins on the finish suggest this wine may be consumed young or held 5–8 years.",,,89,Central Otago,,,Quartz Reef 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartz-reef-2004-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Quartz Reef
,Red,France,,Les Gravieres Premier Cru,36,89,Burgundy,Santenay,,Prosper Maufoux 2003 Les Gravieres Premier Cru  (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2003-gravieres-premier-cru-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2003,Prosper Maufoux
14,Red,Chile,"Deep and earthy, as the nose exhibits touches of warm dirt, stewed meat, fresh tomato and dark fruit. The palate is livelier than the bouquet, with cherry, cassis and other forward fruit flavors. Finishes smooth, with sweeping tannins. Very good overall; high in quality.",,18,89,Maipo Valley,,,Peñalolen 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Peñalolen
,White,France,"Unusual for the region in that it's mostly Roussanne. The result is slightly more floral and expressive than most Saint-Joseph blancs, with pear and spice notes delivered in a plump, full-bodied format. Picks up hints of oak on the finish, but this isn't an oaky wine at all. Drink now–2010.",,28,89,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Pierre Gaillard 2005  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gaillard-2005-roussanne-saint-joseph/,Roussanne,2005,Pierre Gaillard
,Red,US,"This is stylish and clean, just 13.5 alcohol, so nothing about it is overblown   or jammy. Winemaker David Lake pioneered Syrah in Washington state almost two decades ago, and still makes one of the most balanced and restrained versions. The polished fruit flavors do not stray into the realm of jam or preserves, but offer true-blue blueberry, currant and cherry, with silky tannins. Though young, this satisfying wine has good aging potential over the near term. 16,000 cases produced.",,13,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Columbia Winery
,Red,South Africa,"A ripe plum and black cherry-flavored wine that shows wood tannins from aging in small French oak barrels. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz (hence the name Triptych) is full-blooded, dense and very rich. Not imported.",Cathedral Cellar Triptych,,89,Coastal Region,,,KWV 2003 Cathedral Cellar Triptych Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2003-cathedral-cellar-triptych-red-coastal-region/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,KWV
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dense and full of plum, spice, smoke and char. The palate is up to the task, offering lively, concentrated berry and black cherry flavors. A complete wine with good balance. It has a purpose and a way of getting there.",Limited Edition,40,89,Other,Famatina Valley,,Raza 2003 Limited Edition Malbec (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raza-2003-limited-edition-malbec-famatina-valley/,Malbec,2003,Raza
,Sparkling,France,"How soft and creamy this is! With its aromas of pears, its generous, open character and its flavors of ripe white fruits, this is what 1998 is all about. Drink now; it's delicious, but it won't age much longer.",Cuvée Royale,52,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Joseph Perrier 1998 Cuvée Royale  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-perrier-1998-cuvee-royale-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Joseph Perrier
,Red,South Africa,"Owned by the same team that makes the Ernie Els wines, the Guardian Peak winery concentrates mainly on Rhône grapes. But it also produces this Cabernet Sauvignon, which is a ripely smooth wine, packed with dusty tannins and a ripe, jammy, densely fruity character that is very Australian in style.",Lapa,33,89,Stellenbosch,,,Guardian Peak 2004 Lapa Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-peak-2004-lapa-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Guardian Peak
14.5,Red,US,"I tasted this wine with Kathy Josephs' Fiddlestix bottling, from her Fiddlehead label, and the wines are very different. This seems less ripe, harder in tannins, and stronger in acids. That is a stylistic choice, of course, but this wine is not as lush or immediately likeable, although it's still very good. Give it three to five years in the cellar.",Fiddlestix,50,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Hitching Post 2003 Fiddlestix Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hitching-post-2003-fiddlestix-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Hitching Post
,Red,France,"Bressy-Masson's top cuvée reflects the heat of the vintage, but it's kept lively by adequate acidity and a sense of dusty minerality. Spice, plum and dried cherry notes finish long, framed by supple tannins. Drink now through 2013.",A La Gloire de Mon Père Rasteau,,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Bressy-Masson 2003 A La Gloire de Mon Père Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bressy-masson-2003-a-gloire-mon-pere-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Bressy-Masson
15.9,Red,US,"Not as balanced as the winery's regular Syrah, this monster (15.9% alcohol) is thick, smoky, beefy, ripe and extremely rich. Expect a palate-bruising, massive mix of smoke, meat and heat. If that's your favorite style, this nails it.",Lewis Vineyard Reserve,60,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2004 Lewis Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2004-lewis-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Basel Cellars
,Red,France,"Shows the hot character of the vintage in its extreme ripeness and dense, fudge-like texture. Chocolate and date flavors dominate, but there's also a leavening of leather and spice to provide complexity as well as plentiful but supple tannins. Could use more freshness, but still has great appeal. Drink now–2015.",,35,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine les Pallières 2003  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pallieres-2003-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine les Pallières
,Red,France,"A fine effort from a relatively unknown estate, the 2004 Vacqueyras from Domaine de l'Espigouette boasts plenty of dusty, dried spice notes, perfumed red fruit and black pepper. It's nicely complex, and although it's not an overly rich wine, it's well balanced and finishes long. Drink now–2010.",,24,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de l'Espigouette 2004 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lespigouette-2004-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de l'Espigouette
,Sparkling,France,"Toasty aromas are the first hints that this is now a mature wine. Its layers of acidity mingle with toast, walnuts and rich, mature fruit. Definitely a wine for those who prefer their bubblies with some age.",Blanc des Millénaires,95,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck 1995 Blanc des Millénaires Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-1995-blanc-millenaires-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1995,Charles Heidsieck
14.7,Red,US,"Opens with a Provençal herb blast of thyme and lavender, then the blackberry tea and mocha aromas take over. It's a promising start to a wine that doesn't disappoint. Shows powerful fruit and spice flavors, with sweetly ripe tannins leading to a dry finish. This is a comparative bargain for a fine Napa Zin.",Old Vines,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2002 Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2002-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Ballentine
14.1,White,US,"Very dry, with apricot, hard mineral and citrus flavors, this Chard gets better as it breathes and warms up in the glass. It's a bit quirky, but has terroir-inspired complexity and interest.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,24,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Aliento Del Sol 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aliento-sol-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Aliento Del Sol
13.5,Red,Spain,"Ripe and round, with blackberry and bacon aromas. Quite modern and full for a 2002, one of Rioja's most challenging vintages in a while. Shows full berry flavors with ample oak and a touch of tannin. Finishes with mocha and spice.",Selección,40,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Alabanza 2002 Selección  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alabanza-2002-seleccion-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2002,Alabanza
,Rose,France,"An impressively full-bodied and structured rosé, this blend of Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault boasts bushels of cherry and berry fruit as well. Intensely flavored, with a burst of citrusy fruit and supple tannins on the finish. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.",,20,89,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château le Devoy Martine 2005 Rosé (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-devoy-martine-2005-rose-lirac/,Rosé,2005,Château le Devoy Martine
,Red,France,"Starts with intriguing aromas of leather and spice, then follows that up with masses of blackberry and plum flavors. Supple tannins and a long finish reflect the full maturity of the grapes and long (50–55 days) maceration.",,29,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Château de Saint-Cosme 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-saint-cosme-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château de Saint-Cosme
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Dark red in the glass, this wine slowly reveals itself as a wolf in sheep's clothing. Hints of leather and barnyard lift to show dark berry aromas, while the entry is smooth and silky, a chocolate undercurrent leading towards more substantial cassis and mixed berry with cola and leather notes. Firm in the mouth, it has graceful tannins that will evolve over the next few years. A wine true to Stellenbosch at an affordable price.",,14,89,Stellenbosch,,,Vinum Africa 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-africa-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Vinum Africa
14.7,Red,US,"Fully drinkable now, because the tannins are smooth, soft and approachable, and the flavors are so lush and easy. Cherries, blackberries, milk chocolate, anise and cola mingle with toasty oak, leaving a long, spicy finish.",,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vine Cliff 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Vine Cliff
13,Red,Italy,"Here is a deep ruby wine that sees 12 months of barrique and delivers distinct and pleasant notes of tomato leaf, sweet greens and floral tones. Its slightly more vegetal than other Cabernet-based wines from further south but its toasted and vanilla notes are also beautifully put into evidence.",Marinali,20,89,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Villa Sandi 2002 Marinali Red (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-2002-marinali-red-marca-trevigiana/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Villa Sandi
13,Rose,France,"Guigal's 2005 rosé handily eclipses most other Côtes-du-Rhône rosés, boasting bold cherry fruit, hints of creamy chocolate and a rich, medium- to full-bodied mouthfeel. It's almost a light red wine in color and character, yet stays true to its rosé roots in its crisp, mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",,12,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,E. Guigal 2005 Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2005-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2005,E. Guigal
14.5,Red,Australia,"All of the sexiest adjectives apply: forward, brash, lush. Flavors are of licorice and full-tilt blackberry. Does it taste like St. Henri usually does (low-dose oak, tight red fruit)? Not so much. In this vintage, it is almost like mocha. Drink now.",St. Henri,40,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2002 St. Henri Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2002-st-henri-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2002,Penfolds
,Red,South Africa,"A fruit-packed wine that shows varietal character with its dusty tannins and black currant flavors. Layers of chocolate and toast go with the finishing intense, young acidity. Give this 2–3 years.",,27,89,Coastal Region,,,Môreson 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Môreson
13.5,Rose,Chile,"Smooth, clean and succulent, with a pretty, rich color. The base grape is all Syrah, and the result is zesty and flavor-packed. It's a punchy wine with deep raspberry and nectarine flavors, and among Chilean rosé wines it is in a class by itself.",Cherub Rosé of,16,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2005 Cherub Rosé of Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2005-cherub-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2005,Montes
,Sparkling,France,"This single-vineyard blanc de blancs premier cru is, curiously, more mature than the 1997 version of the same wine. It is ripe, open, generous, with perfumed cantaloupe and just a hint of structure. Drink now, it is delicious.",Premier Cru Le Mont Aimé,63,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pascal Doquet 2000 Premier Cru Le Mont Aimé Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-doquet-2000-premier-cru-le-mont-aime-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2000,Pascal Doquet
,Red,South Africa,"This is the first vintage of the joint venture between Remhoogte owner Murray Boustred and consultant Michel Rolland. And it certainly started with a bang, exploding in the mouth with intense packed fruit flavors, big spicy wood and juicy, ripe tannins.",Bonne Nouvelle,40,89,Stellenbosch,,,Remhoogte 2002 Bonne Nouvelle Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remhoogte-2002-bonne-nouvelle-red-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Remhoogte
13.5,White,South Africa,"One of South Africa's best with Chenin, Bruwer Raats has hit another home run with this unwooded wine. It kicks off with perfumed citrus aromas, then lets fly with lively almond-tinged flavors of orange and peach. Vibrant in the mouth with beautifully matching acidity, this is a wine that calls for food, but can certainly be enjoyed alone.",Original,13,89,South Africa,,,Raats Family 2005 Original Chenin Blanc (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raats-family-2005-original-chenin-blanc/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Raats Family
,Red,France,"Not quite as lush and complete as the 2003 version, but still darn good. The 2004 matches red berry fruit with a creamy texture and good acidity, while curls of chocolate garnish the finish.",Clos de Caveau,23,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine le Clos de Caveau 2004 Clos de Caveau Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-clos-caveau-2004-de-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine le Clos de Caveau
13.5,Red,France,"Shows better balance than Trapadis's Les Adrès luxury cuvée, with dried cherries, leather and a lush, warming mouthfeel. The flavors are of superripe cherries, but there's still fresh acidity, that results in a long, mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",Rasteau,19,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine du Trapadis 2003 Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-trapadis-2003-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine du Trapadis
,Red,France,"This has a remarkably herbal, garrigue-laced bouquet and a ton of space. It seems less fruity than many other Gigondas, instead relying on peppery spice and sour cherry flavors. It's a less ripe style but the complexity is really something. Drink 2008–2014.",,19,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine de Piaugier 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-piaugier-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Piaugier
12.5,Red,France,"Smells like a horse that's been ridden hard and put away wet, but underneath the brett is a round, mouthfilling wine with hints of cherries and spice. Lovely texture and balance, with some dusty tannins on the finish; a bargain-priced pleasure for those who aren't put off by horse blanket.",Sablet,13,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de la Mavette 2003 Sablet Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mavette-2003-sablet-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Mavette
,Red,US,"Intensely jammy, with all kinds of marmalade, cherry, black raspberry and a dusting of cocoa and white pepper, but it's no mere fruit bomb. A plus is the excellent structure, which is complex, with good grip. Fully drinkable now.",Mandala,42,89,California,California Other,California,Big Basin 2004 Mandala Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2004-mandala-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Big Basin
,Sparkling,France,"Soft and toasty, this wine is green, fresh and relatively lightweight for a Taittinger Champagne. There are attractive green plum flavors and a fresh, definite acidity to the finish.",Brut,65,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 2000 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-2000-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Taittinger
15.1,Red,US,"A mute young wine, so it comes as a shock how good it tastes. Just yummy in cherry jam, milk chocolate, pomegranate, sweet licorice, toasted coconut and cinnamon spice flavors. That may sound sweet, but the wine is fully dry, albeit a little soft. Drink now, but decant for a few hours.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,35,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Taz 2004 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2004-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Taz
14,Red,Chile,"The bouquet here sports popcorn and butter, but also zesty tropical fruit and apple blossom aromas. The palate is rich but balanced, with pear and toffee flavors. Warm and woody throughout, but with such firm acidity it's a winner.",Reserva,12,89,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2005-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Undurraga
14.9,Red,US,"A worthy followup to the excellent '02, this bottling seems riper and more chocolaty, with more apparent sweetness. Yet it has a firm tannic structure with good acidity. The basic flavors are of cassis, blackberry jam, cherries and smoky leather, with sweet vanillins from new oak.",Page Nord Vineyard,38,89,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Surh Luchtel 2003 Page Nord Vineyard Syrah (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/surh-luchtel-2003-page-nord-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Syrah,2003,Surh Luchtel
,Sparkling,France,"A full-bodied, ripe wine with some honey and baked-apple flavors. This is straightforward and well-balanced, with tastes of croissants, green plums, and finishing with fresh acidity.",Brut Mosaïque,41,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart 1999 Brut Mosaïque  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-1999-brut-mosaique-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Jacquart
,Red,France,"This cuvée from the Tavel co-op is probably at its peak, offering dried fruit and spice along with a velvety texture. Rich dried-cherry flavors finish long and supple.",Les Acanthes,14,89,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2003 Les Acanthes Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2003-acanthes-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Les Vignerons de Tavel
,Red,US,"Very few wineries got Walla Walla grapes in this freeze year, and even L'Ecole, which owns a piece of the Seven Hills vineyard, had to rely on other sources for many of its wines. But this is 100% Seven Hills Syrah, and it delivers wonderful fruit flavors with layers of citrus and tart berries. A green tea streak cuts through the substantial tannins.",Seven Hills Vineyard,37,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2004 Seven Hills Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2004-seven-hills-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2004,L'Ecole No. 41
14.5,White,US,"Shows lots of polish in the ripe tropical fruit and green apple flavors that have a baked, buttery pie crust edge. Brisk cool-climate acidity perks up these rich flavors and makes the wine clean and balanced.",,24,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,La Crema
,Sparkling,France,"The name means “timeless”, and this wine is a definite apéritif wine, maybe for when time matters little. It is soft but still crisp, layering attractive apple acidity over a creamy texture and a light, fresh aftertaste.",L'Intemporelle Brut,69,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 1999 L'Intemporelle Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-1999-lintemporelle-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Mailly Grand Cru
,Sparkling,France,"A very fresh, crisp style, zinging with acidity and flavors of lemon zest. There is just a touch of toastiness to indicate some maturity, but this is mainly green, light and refreshing.",Les Echansons,89,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 1997 Les Echansons  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-1997-echansons-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Mailly Grand Cru
14.5,Red,US,"What a nice glass of Pinot this is. It shows off the terroir of its famous appellation very well, with high acidity perking up cherry, cola, tea, spice and mineral flavors, and with a wonderful balance. It's not a cheap wine, but is a comparative value.",,28,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sanford
13.5,Red,France,"A standout bottling from an artisanal producer at a bargain price. What more could a Rhône-lover want? The complex aromas are the first clue this is something special, offering a mix of herbs, game, roasted black cherries and a hint of horse blanket. Black fruit, leather and spice flavors mark the palate, which is supple and layered in texture.",Les Deux Albion,14,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Saint Cosme 2004 Les Deux Albion Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-cosme-2004-deux-albion-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Saint Cosme
14.5,Red,France,"Shows Chapoutier's trademark attention to mouthfeel in its creamy, supple texture and moutfilling weight; a real deligt. Aromas and flavors run toward red fruit, with raspberries marked by hints off peppery spice.",,43,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,M. Chapoutier 2003  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2003-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,M. Chapoutier
,Red,South Africa,"A perfumed, jammy wine, full of flavor. There is also a more serious element to this wine from the Hall's first vintage in their own winery. The tannin dryness, ripe wood flavors and cassis flavors suggest good aging, as well as good food pairing.",,44,89,Stellenbosch,,,Rudera 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudera-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Rudera
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A lovely single-quinta wine that can be drunk now and over the next 10-15 years, Ventozelo's 2000 is a supple, creamy-textured Port that features slightly briary herbal-floral accents to its dark berry flavors. Picks up some intriguing spice notes on the finish, so it's not just a fruit bomb.",Vintage,50,89,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2000 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2000-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Quinta de Ventozelo
15,Red,Australia,"Smells of black soot and barbecue spice. Fruit the palate is a liqueurish blackberry, but there is also loads of chunky wood framing it. The combination is a burly one, but aging it might see the fruit fade before the oak. Drink now with a big, rich stew or like foods.",Balmoral,50,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Rosemount 2001 Balmoral Syrah (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-balmoral-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mclaren-vale/,Syrah,2001,Rosemount
14.5,Red,Portugal,"Dark and meaty, this Syrah shows its hot-weather climate without losing all of its nuance. Hints of anise, meat and dried spices add a layer of flavor atop the chocolate and black cherry base, while the supple tannins and soft texture end gracefully.",,23,89,Alentejano,,,Pontual 2004 Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontual-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2004,Pontual
,White,US,"Always a sophisticated dry white wine, this year's Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc blend is rich and complex. It has citrus rind, nectarine, peach and white pepper flavors, while barrel fermentation and sur lie aging add even richer, creamier notes.",Seta White Wine,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2004 Seta White Wine Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2004-seta-white-wine-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Signorello
6.5,Red,Australia,"Utterly enjoyable, and meant to be drunk now. This petillant Moscato has a pretty, moussey feel and flavors of flowers and white peaches. A great alternative for Prosecco fans, too.",Brilliant Disguise,19,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2006 Brilliant Disguise Moscato (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2006-brilliant-disguise-muscat-moscato-barossa-valley/,Moscato,2006,Two Hands
,Red,US,"Tart but super-tasty, this wine has cola, red cherry pie, pomegranate and cinnamon spice flavors wrapped into a silky, crisp mouthfeel. It's totally dry and modest in alcohol, showing real elegance and finesse. Drink now.",,39,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
13.9,White,US,"Made with no oak to interfere with the intensely ripe fruitiness, and no malolactic fermentation to soften the bright, crisp acidity. This wine has green apple, nectarine and papaya flavors and vibrant minerality. It's so clean and fine; really a delicious Chard.",Unoaked,16,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pellegrini 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Pellegrini
13,Red,New Zealand,"Frost trimmed the yields in 2005, seemingly adding an extra layer of concentration to this wine. While still not a heavyweight, it's a lush, layered wine with slightly meaty nuances to its plum and cola flavors. Good length on the finish.",,17,89,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kim Crawford
,Sparkling,France,"Salmon-pink colors set this scintillating wine off to a good start. This is round, soft, with seductive, rich raspberry flavors that float off the tongue. It is a great apéritif wine, demanding to be drunk now.",Brut Rosé,60,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1999 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1999-brut-rose-champagne-62039/,Champagne Blend,1999,Moët & Chandon
,White,France,"A bit richer and spicier than Colombo's St.-Péray, it also shows Viognier's trademark floral notes. The 2004 vintage has imparted great freshness and melon flavors to this wine, which could age another couple of years.",Amour de Dieu,65,89,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2004 Amour de Dieu  (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2004-amour-dieu-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2004,Jean-Luc Colombo
13.9,Red,US,"If you're used to Napa Cabs, this will come as a surprise. It's earthier, with dried cherry and herb flavors and lots of spices. The tannins don't try to hide themselves, but are in your face. Finally, the wine is dry and modest in alcohol. It's really interesting.",,33,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,East Valley 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/east-valley-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,East Valley
14.5,Red,Australia,"Though the nose is really sexy, with cinnamon and lush berry aromas, the palate isn't revealing its best yet. Fruit is sturdy but still tight, and the oak unintegrated. In three years, this score could look stingy.",Scotsdale,20,89,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Howard Park 2004 Scotsdale Shiraz (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2004-scotsdale-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-great-southern/,Shiraz,2004,Howard Park
,Red,US,"This is a 90/10 Cab/Merlot blend, dense and oaky. The bourbon barrel flavors and hint of heat on the finish keep it from a higher score, but the dark streaks of mineral, espresso and caramel add interest. The core cherry/cassis fruit is ripe and focused.",,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Hightower 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hightower
,White,Australia,"Well balanced, refreshing and pretty. This PG has intense citrus and pear undertones, with an overarching sweetness that some found to be in the fruity peach-melon camp, and others identified as burnt sugar. In any case, it would pair nicely with a pear, walnut and mixed greens salad.",Innes Vineyard Littlehampton Adelaide Hills,30,89,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Henschke 2005 Innes Vineyard Littlehampton Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2005-innes-vineyard-littlehampton-adelaide-hills-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-adelaide-hills/,Pinot Gris,2005,Henschke
14,Red,France,"A bit lighter and more elegant than many Vacqueyras, but with wonderfully ripe stone fruit scents and flavors ranging from raspberry to peach and all kept interesting and made complex by the addition of spice and mineral notes. Long and rather firm on the finish; hold 1–2 years.",,27,89,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Féraud-Brunel 2003 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feraud-brunel-2003-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Féraud-Brunel
14,Red,Chile,"With its black-olive aromas touched up by spice and subtle dark fruits, this wine performs at a level beyond its price range. The palate features cola, black cherry and plum, while the finish offers cleansing acids and savory tannins. What a nice, affordable red for a meal off the grill.",Reserve Assemblage Cabernet Sauvignon Carménère Petit Verdot,12,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2004 Reserve Assemblage Cabernet Sauvignon Carménère Petit Verdot Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2004-reserve-assemblage-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-petit-verdot-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Estampa
,Rose,France,"Tons of berries here, very clean and pure in nature, which might be this wine's only shortcoming—is it too clean and pristine? Offers fresh, mouthwatering berry fruit and a long finish. Ideal picnic juice.",,,89,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Castel Oualou 2005 Rosé (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-castel-oualou-2005-rose-lirac/,Rosé,2005,Domaine Castel Oualou
,Red,France,"Maybe a touch lighter than this domaine's Vieilles Vignes bottling, but very similar in quality, with fruit that tends toward cranberries and cherries rather than prunes or dates. Livelier and still compelling, with subtle spice notes from start to finish. The blend is 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 20% Mourvèdre.",Cuvée des Galets,,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Les Aphillanthes 2003 Cuvée des Galets Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-aphillanthes-2003-cuvee-galets-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Les Aphillanthes
,Red,France,"What a lovely mélange of cherry and black pepper scents this wine offers. It's like the crushed fresh fruit has been macerated in a glass with several turns of the peppermill. Very supple, creamy and expansiive on the palate, but it remains focused and long on the finish, thanks to balanced acidity. Drink now.",Les Terres Jaunes,13,89,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Domaine Ferme Saint-Martin 2004 Les Terres Jaunes Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ferme-saint-martin-2004-terres-jaunes-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Ferme Saint-Martin
,White,France,"What a fascinating blend, this combination of Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay. The natural acidity of the Chenin gives a great, fresh mouthfeel, while the fat Chardonnay broadens out the palate. This wine is full, rich and packed with ripe grapes, yet with only 12% alcohol, there is still a light, fresh and white fruit-flavored aftertaste. The Grassa family, owners of Tariquet, are major landowners in this Gascony region of southwest France, with 2,100 acres under vine.",Chenin Chardonnay,10,89,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2005 Chenin Chardonnay White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2005-chenin-chardonnay-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2005,Domaine du Tariquet
,Sparkling,France,"Floral and fresh, this is very much in the light Delamotte style. White fruits dominate the palate. Balanced and poised overall.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,74,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte 1997 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-1997-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1997,Delamotte
,Red,South Africa,"There's a touch of austerity to this wine, a firm set of tannins and some herbal character, all coming from the high-altitude (3,000-foot) vineyards of Cederberg. These suggest aging potential, because the fruit is there as well as a range of berry flavors to go with the dryness.",,28,89,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-cederberg/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Cederberg
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Reasonably lush but not unstructured, Cálem's 2000 vintage Port is a solid effort. Eucalyptus, coffee and plum scents mark the nose, while the flavors are fruit-forward plum and blackberry, with a smidgen of dark chocolate. Long and textured on the finish. Drink now-2020.",Vintage,80,89,Port,,,Cálem 2000 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calem-2000-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Cálem
,Sparkling,France,"This is fresh and lively with great citrus flavors and a firm structure. On the dry side, it shows crispness, apple-skin flavors and a light, poised, elegant character. Will age over the mid term.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,66,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard 1995 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-1995-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1995,Bruno Paillard
14.1,White,US,"The vineyard is in the warmer, northern valley. The cool, dry harvest permitted the grapes to achieve maximum ripeness, and this is a superfruity wine. No oak touched it, but it was stirred on the lees, which gives the citrus and tropical fruit flavors a rich, creamy texture. This is a polished, sophisticated Sauvignon Blanc.",Work Vineyard,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Work 2005 Work Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/work-2005-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Work
13.8,Red,US,"Right off the bat you can taste the acidity in this wine, which is brighter and crisper than, say, the winery's Russian River Pinot. The tartness lifts the black cherry, cherry and raspberry flavors, heightening their impact through the long, spicy finish. Still, it's a wine for early drinking.",,39,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
14,Red,South Africa,"This mature wine is the top Bordeaux blend from the Malan family estate. With rich, red plum and black jammy fruits, this wine does not hold its big, bold tastes back. But with great, spicy flavors and a layer of dry tannins that appears at the end, it will stand up to rich foods.",Tiara,30,90,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2000 Tiara Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2000-tiara-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Simonsig
,Red,US,"Another pure-blooded varietal from Robert Karl Cellars, this sappy, reductive syrah needs a lot of airing out. Tart fruit grudgingly shows spicy raspberry/cranberry flavors. Lots of acid, wrapped in vanilla and highlighted with sassafras. Tart, young and tight.",,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Robert Karl 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Robert Karl
14.5,Red,Portugal,"It's mainly (80%) Alicante Bouschet with 10% each Syrah and Touriga Nacional, but this wine bears something of a resemblance to Port. Dark chocolate and blueberry notes show up on the nose, although there are also bright raspberry and vanilla flourishes. Long and a bit peppery on the finish, this is a winter-weight red to have alongside braised meats.",Reserva,38,90,Alentejano,,,Pontual 2004 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontual-2004-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2004,Pontual
14.8,White,US,"Classic Viognier, with enormously attractive pineapple, mango, peach and honeysuckle flavors and a rich honeyed finish, and the wine is dry and crisp. There's a voluptuously creamy texture that makes it especially attractive.",Kathy's Cuvée,18,90,California,California Other,California,Rosenblum 2005 Kathy's Cuvée Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2005-kathys-cuvee-viognier-other/,Viognier,2005,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"Here's a fresh, young mountain wine that needs time in bottle, or serious decanting. It's muted now, with powerful tannins, but shows great promise in the wealth of blackberry and blueberry fruit and overall refinement. Best after 2007.",Bald Mountain Ranch,40,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Tallulah 2004 Bald Mountain Ranch Syrah (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tallulah-2004-bald-mountain-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-mount-veeder/,Syrah,2004,Tallulah
13,White,US,"With hefty acidity, this crisp, zesty wine is bone dry, as the label says. Made Alsatian-style, it has tart green apple, peach, floral and mineral flavors. A wine of great charm and delicacy, and one of the top Rieslings of the vintage.",Dry,20,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2005 Dry Riesling (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2005-dry-riesling-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Riesling,2005,Trefethen
,Red,US,"Although it's in the same style as the winery's '04 regular Pinot, this is far more sophisticated. It's a big, big wine, very ripe, with strong black cherry pie, cola, chocolate and rum-drizzled raisin flavors. It has an essential balance and harmony that lend it panache.",Dionysus,45,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2003 Dionysus Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2003-dionysus-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Perbacco Cellars
,Sparkling,France,"Pascal and Laure Doquet produce Chardonnay-dominated wines. This 1997 premier cru has 25% Pinot Noir in the blend, giving a rich, cookie-and-toast character just beginning to show through the fresh, green fruits. It is finely balanced, very pure.",Premier Cru Brut,63,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Pascal Doquet 1997 Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-doquet-1997-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Pascal Doquet
13,White,France,"Chapoutier's Les Meysonniers excels in 2005, bursting with floral-spicy nuances reminiscent of nasturtium and crunchy minerals. Still, it's soft and mouthfilling on the palate. Melon and edible flower flavors give way to spice and mineral on the long finish. Drink now, although adventurous consumers may want to stash a few bottles away.",Les Meysonniers,31,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2005 Les Meysonniers Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2005-meysonniers-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2005,M. Chapoutier
,Sparkling,France,"Very opulent, from the ripeness of fruit in 1998, this still seems drier than other Moët vintages. It layers acidity with almost tropical flavors, tempered with a citrus element. The aftertaste is round, soft, and appealing.",Brut,52,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1998 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1998-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Moët & Chandon
,Red,France,"Deep and peppery, with mixed blackberry and blueberry fruit. Nicely concentrated and not overdone, with a mouthwatering juiciness to the finish and smooth, polished tannins. Drink now–2015.",Reflet,55,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine François Villard 2004 Reflet  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-francois-villard-2004-reflet-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine François Villard
,Red,France,"A pure Syrah cuvée (not allowed under the appellation contrôlée…it must only be around 99.99% Syrah), this is a supple, ripe Syrah that still retains some peppery spice on the finish. Although the dominant fruit note is blueberry and this wine is a bit Shiraz-like, it's also savory and complex. Drink now–2012.",Les Hautes Granges Roaix,40,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine des Escaravailles 2004 Les Hautes Granges Roaix Syrah (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-escaravailles-2004-hautes-granges-roaix-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes-villages/,Syrah,2004,Domaine des Escaravailles
14,Red,France,"At five years of age, this wine is reaching maturity, revealing a wonderfully creamy, round, mouthfilling texture tinged with masses of dark fruit, coffee and chocolate. Long on the finish, picking up hints of peppery spice.",,24,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Saint Gayan 2001  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-gayan-2001-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Domaine Saint Gayan
,Red,France,"Violets, and pepper, cassis and raspberry make for a lovely and intriguing bouquet, amplified by round, mouthfilling flavors and a velvety mouthfeel. Soft tannins join espresso flavors on the finish. Drink now–2014.",Signature,20,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Michelas St Jemm 2004 Signature  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michelas-st-jemm-2004-signature-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Michelas St Jemm
,Red,US,"Both of these outstanding vineyards contributed equally to this older (25+ years) vines Cabernet. It's sleek and sappy, and it serves up a full spectrum of berries as only Washington Cab can. Young, primary fruit flavors carry a lot of snap at the moment, and the bright acids suggest that a few more years in bottle will continue to improve this impressive effort.",GV Reserve Gamache–Champoux Vineyard Select,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2003 GV Reserve Gamache–Champoux Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2003-gv-reserve-champoux-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Gamache
13.5,Red,France,"Mature, but in no danger of senility, Guigal's 2003 Gigondas is a full-bodied, creamy-textured wine that reflects the ripeness of the vintage. Garrigue and leather notes accent black cherries, while the long, spicy finish adds hints of coffee and caramel. Drink now–2010.",,25,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,E. Guigal 2003  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2003-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,E. Guigal
14,Red,Portugal,"A terrific value, Casa da Alorna's 2003 Colheita Seleccionada is a darkly colored wine imbued with a round, lush mouthfeel and long, velvety finish. Slightly herbal (mint?) and meaty notes add complexity to black cherry and plum flavors. A blend of Castelão (Periquita), Trincadeira and Tinta Miúda.",Colheita Seleccionada,14,90,Ribatejo,,,Casa da Alorna 2003 Colheita Seleccionada Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-alorna-2003-colheita-seleccionada-red-ribatejo/,Portuguese Red,2003,Casa da Alorna
,Sparkling,France,"Charles Heidsieck's rosé has a reputation for aging well—but 1999 seems to be an exception, since it is already mature. It shows some good biscuit and baked-cookie flavors, but still retains its strawberry jam fruits. It is rich, soft and very fruity, with the acidity only showing from the background.",Brut Rosé,80,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck 1999 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-1999-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Charles Heidsieck
14,White,Portugal,"The name sounds Italian, but this is made in Portugal's Douro Valley, up in the hills near the Spanish border. According to the importer, it's a blend of indigenous Códega, Viosinho and Rabigato grapes. Whatever it is, it shows skillfully managed barrel treatment in its lush, rich, creamy texture and vanilla notes, but those elements seamlessly blend with ripe citrus (think oranges or tangerines) and gingery spice. A long finish cements this wine's impressive quality.",Branco Reserva,12,90,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2005 Branco Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2005-branco-reserva-white-douro/,White Blend,2005,Castello d'Alba
,White,US,"Another spectacular effort, though they've bumped up the price significantly. This is beautifully varietal, mixing floral, bath powder, apple and grapefruit components in both the nose and the mouth. There is an elegant intensity that powers the wine through an exceptionally long, brilliant finish; the residual sweetness keeps the alcohol down to 11.5% without making the wine either soft or sugary. 14,500 cases produced.",,8,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2005 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2005-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Columbia Winery
14.1,Red,US,"This classic Napa Merlot is instantly appealing. It's very ripe, exuding black cherry pie, violet, chocolate and leather aromas and flavors, and the structure is impeccable. The smooth, intricate tannins, partial new oak and balancing acidity are just right. This is a great price for a Merlot of this quality.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Clos du Val
12.5,Red,Spain,"No complaints—just praise for this clean, easy red from a great vintage. The nose is crisp and fruity, with welcome citrus and wood notes. Blackberry mixed with vanilla and chocolate create a pleasant palate, while the finish is round and tinged by mocha.",Glorioso Reserva,15,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2001 Glorioso Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2001-glorioso-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Palacio
,Red,US,"This isn't a cheap wine, but it's a good value compared to more costly Russian River Pinots. It's classy, showing Pinot's silky elegance with delicious cherry, cola and tea flavors. Hard to imagine a more versatile Pinot; will go with everything from salmon to steak.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alderbrook 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Alderbrook
,Sparkling,France,"A richly soft, creamy wine, dominated by flavors of white currants and chives, this is full-bodied and still young. There is enough ripe acidity and full-flavored fruit to see it develop well over five years.",Minéral Blanc de Blancs Brut,50,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Agrapart & Fils 2000 Minéral Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agrapart-fils-2000-mineral-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2000,Agrapart & Fils
13.5,White,Argentina,"A classic modern wine with plenty of vanilla, almond and baked apple on the rich, nutty bouquet. Flavors of peach, toasted nuts and bread are stylish and elegant, while a beam of acidity keeps it perfectly balanced. A great little find from Argentina.",Finca La Escondida Reserva,16,90,Other,San Juan,,Andean 2004 Finca La Escondida Reserva Chardonnay (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andean-2004-finca-escondida-reserva-chardonnay-san-juan/,Chardonnay,2004,Andean
15.4,White,US,"Very crisp in zesty acidity, bone dry, and with exotic flavors. This stony, minerally Chardonnay impresses for its firm structure. Flavorwise, it's explosive in lemons, limes, crunchy pears, Asian spices and buttery vanilla, even though it's unoaked. Showcases its terroir in a fine way.",Estate Grown,21,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Huber 2005 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2005-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Huber
14,Red,New Zealand,"After years of trying, Lynskey has finally broken through with her Marlborough Merlot. This year's version features a better balance of fruit to oak than the 2001, and better ripeness than the 2002. Toasty wood and vanilla notes still lead the way, but underneath there's lush black cherry fruit tinged with olive and tobacco. Supple and creamy on the palate, with a long, layered finish.",15 Rows Reserve,45,90,Marlborough,,,Kathy Lynskey 2004 15 Rows Reserve Merlot (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathy-lynskey-2004-15-rows-reserve-merlot-marlborough/,Merlot,2004,Kathy Lynskey
14.1,White,US,"This is quite a delicious Sauvignon, notable for its balance and elegance. Everything is understated, like fine tailoring. The flavors are food-friendly citrus zest, lemondrop, figs, melons and spicy green apples, and the finish totally dry.",,17,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Groth
,Red,France,"Rich blackberry aromas and flavors are marked by hints of vanilla and toast. It's supple for Cornas, yet still features a chewiness to its tannins that suggest a few years of aging would by helpful. Drink 2009–2015.",Les Barcillants,38,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Les Vins de Vienne 2004 Les Barcillants  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2004-barcillants-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2004,Les Vins de Vienne
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Less nutty than other Madeiras despite being 10 years of age, this Bual has a striking bouquet that includes notes of fresh orange rinds. Flavors add dark honey notes to orange marmalade. Silky and smooth in the mouth, with a long, tangy finish.",10 Year Medium Rich,36,88,Madeira,,,Leacock's NV 10 Year Medium Rich Bual (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leacocks-nv-10-year-medium-rich-madeira-bual-madeira/,Bual,,Leacock's
15.4,Red,US,"This is the winery's reserve blend, and the first thing you notice is the oak that leaps out on the first scent. The wine handles it easily, though, with enormously ripe, deep cherry pie, pomegranate, rhubarb, cola and spice flavors. It's a bit soft and obvious, but very tasty.",Paraboll,52,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Londer 2004 Paraboll Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/londer-2004-paraboll-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Londer
14,Red,Italy,"A super-concentrated, ruby red, New World style Barbera d'Alba tightly packed with red fruit, toast, Indian spice, coffee bean, chocolate and roasted nuts. Those super-charged flavors follow through to the mouth, where solid tannins open onto a long, toasted finish.",Scarrone Vigna Vecchia,78,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Vietti 2003 Scarrone Vigna Vecchia  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2003-scarrone-vigna-vecchia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2003,Vietti
,Red,France,"Much more famous for its Tavel rosé, this estate also turns out an attractive, easy to drink red from Lirac. The 2003 shows plenty of bright, fresh fruit married to complex briar and herb notes. Supple tannins make it approachable now.",,19,88,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château d'Aqueria 2003 Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daqueria-2003-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château d'Aqueria
,Red,France,"A step up from the solid 2004, this year's version packs in riper Grenache flavors, ranging from cherries to peach or apricot. The texture is more supple as well, yet the wine is still fresh, picking up hints of spice on the finish.",,15,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Mont-Redon 2005 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mont-redon-2005-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Château Mont-Redon
,Red,US,"How amazing it is to find a wine of this caliber, with some nice age on it, selling at this price. There is plenty of color, and scents of bramble, cherry, tobacco, ash, bark and smoke. In short, this is a party wine, smooth and delicious, with generous cherry, blueberry and raspberry fruit, ripe tannins and perfectly balanced acids. Put this into a blind tasting with some $30 Bordeaux blends from elsewhere, and you are sure to amaze your friends. 250,000 cases produced.",Two Vines,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2002 Two Vines Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2002-two-vines-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Columbia Crest
14.2,Red,US,"This is a blend of vineyards from which the winery sources its fruit. It's a very good wine, dry and crisp, with ripe flavors of cherries, raspberries, root beer and herbs. The texture is silky, the balance impeccable, but it's a tad thin in the midpalate.",Westside Road Neighbors,62,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2004 Westside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2004-westside-road-neighbors-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Williams Selyem
,Red,France,"Avoids the sometimes cooked character of the 2003 vintage, showing instead bright raspberry and cassis fruit backed by minerally notes. Firm; not that lush, with crisp minerality in place of acidity. Drink now–2015.",,62,88,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,M. Chapoutier 2003  Cornas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2003,M. Chapoutier
,Red,France,"Reflects the overall style of the vintage, featuring crisp rather than lush fruit and fresh perfumes rather than baked aromas. Cherry takes center stage, supported by ripe tannins. A solid effort.",,18,87,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine du Joncier 2004 Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-joncier-2004-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Joncier
14.7,Red,US,"There's a bit of leathery funk, for those who like that, to the cherry, cocoa, cola and spice flavors of this dry, silky wine. It's a little soft, with a smooth, polished texture that makes it easy to drink.",,29,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,La Crema 2004 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2004-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,La Crema
19,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"More elegant than many Madeiras in this price range, with delicate aromas and flavors of nuts, coffee and toffee that aren't overpowering. It's sweet and very smooth in the mouth, ending with honeyed flavors that are balanced by a lemony tang.",5 Year,21,87,Madeira,,,Blandy's NV 5 Year Verdelho (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blandys-nv-5-year-spanish-white-verdelho-madeira/,Verdelho,,Blandy's
13,White,South Africa,"Zonnebloem is one of South Africa's biggest-selling brands, able to produce wines at affordable prices. This medium-bodied wine offers something not many can at this price: ripe fruit flavors, intensity and depth. A nose of pithy white fruit leads to a crisp framework with peach, kiwi and lime dancing on the tongue. No frills necessary, a fine accompaniment to lunch and light conversation.",,11,87,Western Cape,,,Zonnebloem 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonnebloem-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Zonnebloem
,Red,France,"From the négociant side of the Alain Jaume & Fils operation, this is a smooth, nicely balanced cherry bomb. Wonderfully ripe, with no hard edges and a creamy mouthfeel. Satisfying for the price.",Réserve Grand Veneur,12,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils 2005 Réserve Grand Veneur Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-alain-jaume-fils-2005-reserve-grand-veneur-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils
13.5,Red,Spain,"Full and raring to go. This is one lively, big-boned red. It spreads out on the bouquet in peppery, boisterous fashion before unveiling lively raspberry and other red fruits on a bulky, tannic palate. Fairly big and untamed; a year or two more time might soften it up.",Atio,44,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2003 Atio  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2003-atio-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2003,Emina
,White,France,"Fruit-driven and fleshy on the palate, this wine's tropical fruit and baked apple flavors pose a sharp contrast to the lemon and chalk aromas.",Clos Saint Jean Premier Cru,72,87,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Prosper Maufoux 2002 Clos Saint Jean Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2002-clos-saint-jean-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2002,Prosper Maufoux
,Red,France,"A blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Carignan and 20% Grenache, this cuvée is soft and supple, filled with blackberry and black cherry fruit. Finishes with crisp acids and plenty of vivacity.",Cuvée des Premices,,87,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Prieuré Saint-Sixte 2005 Cuvée des Premices Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prieure-saint-sixte-2005-cuvee-premices-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Prieuré Saint-Sixte
12.5,Red,France,"Not up to the level of Jaboulet's Domaine de Thalabert bottling, the 2003 Les Jalets is nevertheless a very good wine, offering peppery, herbal and red-fruit aromas and flavors of tart cherries and green olives. Despite the red-green character of the fruit, the mouthfeel is smooth and slightly creamy. Turns crisp on the finish.",Les Jalets,18,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2003 Les Jalets  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2003-jalets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
14.4,Red,US,"I had this wine after tasting good Cornas and St. Joseph, and it has nothing to be ashamed of. Like them, it announces with impressive peppercorn and blackberry aromas, and while it's a bit short in depth and finish, it offers a rich spectrum of dark fruit wrapped in rich, fine tannins.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2003 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2003,Morgan
,Red,South Africa,"A Bordeaux blend, with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc and 24% Merlot, supposedly named because a passing Bulgarian described the wine as Magia (magical). In fact, it is in an elegant style, not hugely intense, but with good berry flavors, some herbal character and a sweet, juicy finish.",Magia,27,87,Coastal Region,,,Môreson 2003 Magia Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-2003-magia-red-coastal-region/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Môreson
,Red,France,"This is distinctive, marked by minor floral notes alongside green olives and red pepper flakes. Cherry fruit provides a foundation for all of this complexity, but overall it lacks a little concentration. Pretty and charming; drink now.",Cuvée Christophe,,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine des Remizières 2004 Cuvée Christophe  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remizieres-2004-cuvee-christophe-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine des Remizières
,Red,France,"Grenache and 25% Syrah, this is a wonderfully supple wine—so easy to drink—yet with just enough lightly dusty tannins on the finish to give it structure. Raspberry and peach fruit is accented by hints of leather and clove. Drink now and over the next few years.",,,87,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Domaine des Bernardins 2004 Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bernardins-2004-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine des Bernardins
,Red,France,"Nicely done, balancing raspberry fruit with peppery spice and a hint of stone fruit. It could still use more complexity, but this is still very good. Drink now-2010.",Grands Classiques Cairanne,,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de la Présidente 2004 Grands Classiques Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-presidente-2004-grands-classiques-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Présidente
14,Red,Argentina,"Lively from the beginning, where red-fruit aromas are toughened up by notes of leather, earth and spice. Fairly robust in the mouth, with plum, berry and pepper flavors. Substantive throughout, with firm tannins and enough oak to create mocha and vanilla on the finish. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Premium,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2003 Premium Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2003-premium-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Alta Vista
,Red,France,"After many years, this estate is still one of the gems in importer Kermit Lynch's Rhône portfolio. Clove and dried cherry scents mark the nose, while the flavors take on a darker cast—more plum and earth. Structured and intense, this finishes with good energy and drive. Drink now–2014.",Rasteau,20,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château du Trignon 2004 Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2004-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château du Trignon
,Rose,France,"Slightly tarry and reductive at first. There's lively cherry-berry fruit underneath, but it seems a bit supressed (by recent bottling?). Still, a solid effort that shows good length and should be fine by the time consumers read this review.",Cuvée de Lys,17,87,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Château de Manissy 2005 Cuvée de Lys  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-manissy-2005-cuvee-lys-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Château de Manissy
15,White,South Africa,"Like biting into a peach, this bargain-buster has intense peach and yellow fruit flavors with a dry, pithy edge. Touches of butter and spice suggest oak, while grassy notes and acid give it backbone. Beyond an aperitif, this wine has the stuffing to stand up to many a chicken dish.",Le Pavillon,9,87,Western Cape,,,Boschendal 2005 Le Pavillon Chardonnay-Semillon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2005-le-pavillon-white-blend-chardonnay-semillon-western-cape/,Chardonnay-Semillon,2005,Boschendal
,White,France,"A pleasant surprise, Arnoux's 2005 blanc turned out very well, boasting floral scents and rich, mouthfilling heft. A solid, chunky wine with enough nuance to keep it interesting; try with roast chicken. Drink now.",Vieux Clocher,17,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Arnoux & Fils 2005 Vieux Clocher White (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2005-vieux-clocher-white-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Arnoux & Fils
,Red,France,"Shows a bit more suppleness and fruity intensity than Arnoux's other wines, adding hints of clove to the leather and raspberry flavors. Drink now-2012.",1717,39,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Arnoux & Fils 2003 1717 Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2003-1717-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Arnoux & Fils
14,Red,US,"From a pioneer of organic growing and biodynamic winemaking comes this clean, jammy Syrah. It has the juicy high acidity of a baby coastal wine, with dark blue and black fruit wrapped in firm tannins. Finishes dry and spicy. Drink now.",,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2003 Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,2003,Bonterra
14.5,Red,US,"Here's Fife's basic Southern Rhône blend. It's a clean, interesting and basically delicious wine, rich in red and black stone fruit flavors that have a chocolaty edge. The more you sip it, the more you like it.",Redhead Red,12,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 2002 Redhead Red Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2002-redhead-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Fife
,Red,France,"My favorite of the current crop from this reliable co-op, the 2005 Terres de Bel Air boasts richer fruit than the other cuvées. Mixed cherry and plum flavors are bolstered by a firm structure and decent concentration. Picks up a charming hint of pepper on the finish. Drink now.",Terres de Bel Air,,87,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Balma Venitia 2005 Terres de Bel Air Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balma-venitia-2005-terres-bel-air-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Balma Venitia
14,Red,US,"Here's a heavy, dense, slightly sweet Pinot that may not be at its best now. It's young and jammy, in the way of a wine that hasn't had time to settle down. But the fruit is huge, and the tannins and acids are all there. Cellar until at least 2007.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Alma Rosa 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-rosa-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Alma Rosa
14.2,White,US,"The estate is in the southern end of the appellation, toward Paso Robles, and this full-bodied Chard smacks of apricot preserves, with a spicy, peppery edge. It's adequately acidic and oaked, with a rich, creamy texture.",HMR Estate,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Adelaida 2004 HMR Estate Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2004-hmr-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Adelaida
,Red,France,"A selection from what the co-op calls its best sites and older vines, aged 19 months in oak. The result is a modern-style Cornas. The wood shows a bit, while the fruit is plum-pudding ripe and the tannins are supple.",Arènes Sauvages,35,87,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Cave de Tain 2003 Arènes Sauvages  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2003-arenes-sauvages-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2003,Cave de Tain
,Red,South Africa,"This is Rustenberg's second label, and the wine is packed with a screw cap top. But the wine itself still has considerable weight, fine dry tannins and balanced stalky fruit. Drink now, but it could certainly age a couple of years.",,14,87,Stellenbosch,,,Brampton 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Brampton
,Red,France,Barrel Sample. 86-88. Multiple U.S. importers.,*Barrel Sample* Château de Bord Croix de Frégère Laudun,22,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Brotte 2005 *Barrel Sample* Château de Bord Croix de Frégère Laudun Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotte-2005-barrel-sample-chateau-bord-croix-fregere-laudun-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Brotte
,Red,France,Barrel Sample. 86-88. Multiple U.S. importers.,*Barrel Sample* Château de Bord Laudun,18,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Brotte 2004 *Barrel Sample* Château de Bord Laudun Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotte-2004-barrel-sample-chateau-bord-laudun-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Brotte
14.5,Red,Chile,"Deep and smoky, with a distinct earthy, leathery, almost animal element to the nose. The palate is thorough and round, with cassis, berry and mild herbal flavors. Ends with solid fruit and chocolate notes. Funky and herbal, but interesting.",Secreto,13,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2005 Secreto Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2005-secreto-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2005,Viu Manent
,Red,France,"Approximately 60% of the Vinsobres appellation's production goes through the co-op, which boasts 120 members. This blend of various plots is richly fruity and supple, built on a foundation of black cherries and plums. Really good for a co-op blend. Drink now.",Cuvée Selection de Terroirs,,87,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Vinsobraise 2004 Cuvée Selection de Terroirs Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinsobraise-2004-cuvee-selection-terroirs-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vinsobraise
,Red,France,"Another solid offering from this biodynamic producer in Vacqueyras. Leather and spice notes intrigue on the nose, while the flavors blend berries with coffee and chocolate. Sturdy on the finish, but there's fruit to match. Drink now-2012.",,19,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Montirius 2003 Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2003-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Montirius
,Red,France,"Cherries and black olives on the nose, followed by a wine that's less concentrated than the 2003 but still boasts plenty of matière. Supple, with good length on the finish. Drink now.",,32,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Pierre Gonon 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gonon-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Pierre Gonon
11.5,White,South Africa,"Pungent, grassy aromas herald Sauvignon Blanc, which makes up 60% of this blend. There's also good intensity in the mouth, with Chenin adding flavors of almond, as well as high acidity and a grassy bite, and the 19% Chardonnay possibly responsible for tropical fruit notes. Finishes clean, with a hint of oak.",Lyric,11,87,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2005 Lyric White (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2005-lyric-white-western-cape/,White Blend,2005,Nederburg
14,Red,Chile,"A good as well as interesting Carmenère. The berry and warm-earth aromas are welcoming, and the palate is savory and firmed up by serious tannic zap. Fairly bold and powerful as basic reds go, with elevated character.",The Southern Cone,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 The Southern Cone Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-southern-cone-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Cono Sur
,Red,France,"There's rich fruit here, but it's covered by a thick veneer of cedary oak that needs time to better integrate. In the southern Rhône, where so much elevage is still based on cement, this wine is a bit jarring. But it's still very good, just in a slightly different idiom.",Saint Pierre Aux Liens,,87,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Beaumont 2004 Saint Pierre Aux Liens Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaumont-2004-saint-pierre-aux-liens-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Beaumont
,Red,France,"Like the Vieilles Vignes bottling, Faury's regular Saint-Joseph features great complexity—a wonderful perfume of flowers and spices. The difference is that this bottling is a little light in the mouth, almost ephemeral, but still long and flavorful on the finish. Drink now.",,25,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Philippe Faury 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-faury-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Philippe Faury
,Red,France,"Like the Les Arbousiers, there's a slightly off, cabbage or onion note to the bouquet, but the rest of this wine is awfully good, featuring bright cherry flavors coupled with a soft, supple mouthfeel. Finishes crisp, with anise notes.",Les Chevrefeuilles,,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine la Remejeanne 2004 Les Chevrefeuilles Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remejeanne-2004-chevrefeuilles-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine la Remejeanne
,Red,France,"This 100% Grenache shows impressive ripeness, as evidenced by its superripe scents of white cherries and a plump, supple texture. It's mouthfilling and round; maybe a little simple and lacking spice but ultimately very satisfying.",Blovac,12,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine du Trapadis 2005 Blovac Grenache (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-trapadis-2005-blovac-grenache-cotes/,Grenache,2005,Domaine du Trapadis
,Red,France,"Marked by some tarry, charred-barrel notes, but there's also plenty of sweet, ripe cherry fruit upfront, with roasted coffee notes chiming in on the finish. Supple, round and easy to drink. Drink now–2012.",Les Chassis,,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine des Hauts Châssis 2004 Les Chassis  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hauts-chassis-2004-les-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine des Hauts Châssis
,Red,France,"Although the bouquet does include a rather odd nutskin component, it's also filled with enough bold cherry scents to compensate. The slightly creamy texture shows plenty of ripe fruit character, while picking up complex spice notes on the finish.",,14,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de l'Ameillaud 2005 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lameillaud-2005-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine de l'Ameillaud
,Red,France,"Seems a touch overripe, but not to excess, with plum-pudding and pepper notes leading the way, and just a hint of raisining. Dense and tannic, but also full-bodied and ripe; give it 3–4 years of cellaring.",Le Clos,48,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2003 Le Clos  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2003-le-clos-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Delas Frères
,Red,France,"Shows layers of rich, dark fruit but still seems a bit tough and ruggedly tannic. Cola, chocolate and black plums provide a very good base, but could use a touch more suppleness and nuance. Try in 2010.",François de Tournon,35,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Delas Frères 2003 François de Tournon  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2003-francois-tournon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,Delas Frères
14.5,Red,US,"No winery in this appellation has worked harder on Cabernet, and the results are showing. This wine is soft and rich in black currant and chocolate flavors. It's very dry, with firm, fuzzy tannins, and the finish is rich and complex.",Grand Reserve,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Smith & Hook 2003 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-hook-2003-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Smith & Hook
15.4,Red,US,"On the off-dry side of the fence, this zaftig wine has gigantic flavors of blackberry jam, cassis-laced cola, raspberry tart and smoke. It's hot in alcohol, but the heat expresses itself as a white peppery, nutmeggy spice that seasons the fruit.",Heritage Clones,20,87,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2004 Heritage Clones Petite Sirah (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-heritage-clones-petite-sirah-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Petite Sirah,2004,Rosenblum
14,Red,Australia,"This Clare offering shows Grenache in a much different light than what McLaren Vale or Barossa offers. Red berry fruit is offset with a red-eraser quality on the palate. Finish is modest, with shadings of burnt sugar.",The Fergus,18,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Tim Adams 2004 The Fergus Grenache (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tim-adams-2004-fergus-grenache-clare-valley/,Grenache,2004,Tim Adams
12,Dessert,Italy,"A Moscato Passito with a light amber color and abundant peanut shell, honey, dried sage and sun-dried fruit aromas. Svelte in the mouth and not syrupy, with tight concentration and a medium finish.",La Bella Estate Moscato Passito,,87,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Terre da Vino 2003 La Bella Estate Moscato Passito Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2003-bella-estate-moscato-passito-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,2003,Terre da Vino
13,White,South Africa,"Like biting into a peach that isn't fully ripe, this wine has crunch and accessibility in one. Almond also plays a part, and it smells like a semisweet Vouvray, with lanolin taking center stage. Try with scallops wrapped in bacon: The acidity will cut right through the dish.",Whale Shark Chenin,10,87,Western Cape,,,Shark Trust 2005 Whale Shark Chenin Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shark-trust-2005-whale-chenin-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Shark Trust
14.2,Red,US,"From three Russian River and Green Valley vineyards comes this fruity, appealing Syrah. It has black cherry, cola and mocha flavors wrapped in a light, silky texture. Enjoyable now.",Three Blocks,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastopol 2004 Three Blocks Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastopol-2004-three-blocks-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2004,Sebastopol
13.5,Red,US,"The source of this very good Zin was old vine Sonoma Valley and Russian River, but winemaker Mark Lyon reached to Amador and Lodi to spice things up. The result is textbook Zinfandel, dry and balanced, with a rich array of wild berry and spice flavors.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2004 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Sebastiani
13,Red,Spain,"Nicely done, a touch soft, but strong as a whole. The nose shows some typical Arienzo earth and stewiness, while the balanced palate is meaty but fresh enough, with good berry fruit resting on a bed of firm tannins and proper acids. Not a complicated wine; it's classic Rioja.",Crianza,23,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Arienzo 2001 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-arienzo-2001-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Marques de Arienzo
,Red,France,"Like many of the northern Rhône wines I tried from 2004, this has a wonderfully perfumed bouquet, with crisply defined scents of violets, raspberries and pepper. It just needs a little more substance and richness on the palate. Drink over the next few years.",Les Escartailles,46,87,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Les Vins de Vienne 2004 Les Escartailles  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2004-escartailles-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2004,Les Vins de Vienne
,Red,France,"Les Vins de Vienne is a négociant business jointly owned by Gaillard, Villard and Cuilleron. This Saint-Joseph is smooth and well rounded, with no rough edges. Pepper, cedar and plum aromas and flavors are balanced and flavorful, finishing easy. Drink now.",L'Arzelle,28,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Les Vins de Vienne 2004 L'Arzelle  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2004-larzelle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Les Vins de Vienne
13,Red,France,"From the black and white label—handwritten and casual—to the name (jaja is the local slang for the region's fruity red wines) to the wine itself, this is the friendly face of the south of France. Château de Jau, in Roussillon hard by the Pyrenees mountains, houses a modern arts center. This blend of Syrah and Grenache is robust and fruity, as is typical from the hottest, driest area of France. It is a wine fit for stews or, if the weather is sunny, served chilled with cold meats and cheeses.",,11,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Le Jaja de Jau 2005 Syrah-Grenache (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-jaja-jau-2005-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah-Grenache,2005,Le Jaja de Jau
14,Red,South Africa,"Beautiful aromas of eucalyptus and Chinese spices accent red berry fruit, while the palate is a bit darker, showing forest floor, mulberry and spice all coated with still-young tannins. Finishes a bit chewy, with balsam notes.",Cathedral Cellar,17,87,Paarl,,,KWV 2001 Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2001-cathedral-cellar-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,KWV
,White,France,"Made entirely in stainless steel, so the apricot and floral scents of Viognier really stand out in this wine, adding orange and spice elements. But on the palate there's a bit of a disconnect, as the lush fruit vanishes, replaced by chalky, minerally notes.",Invitare,68,87,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,M. Chapoutier 2005 Invitare  (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2005-invitare-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2005,M. Chapoutier
13.5,White,France,"Smells clean and fresh, but this wine is less about bouquet and flavor than it is about weight and texture. It's broad and mouthfilling, and while it has modest apple and melon fruit, it's not particularly fruit-expressive, making it a versatile wine with food. Picks up mineral and spice notes on the finish.",Deschants,35,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,M. Chapoutier 2004 Deschants  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2004-deschants-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2004,M. Chapoutier
,White,France,"Like many of Chapoutier's whites, this wine doesn't show all that much fruit. There's honey and anise, good freshness, and a strong mouthfeel and texture capped off by tactile minerality on the finish. Hold 5–8 years.",Chante-Alouette,70,87,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2004 Chante-Alouette Marsanne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2004-chante-alouette-marsanne-hermitage/,Marsanne,2004,M. Chapoutier
14,Red,Argentina,"Solid, ripe and tasty, with hard rubber, dark berry and toast on the nose. Jammy and big on first take, yet it runs a bit thin once you bore your way to the center. Still, everything is lively and easy to like. Would be just right with a burger fresh off the grill.",Reserva,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2004 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2004-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Santa Julia
,White,New Zealand,"On the full, ripe side of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, but it stays true to its varietal nature, never getting sweet or sloppy. Honeyed peach and grapefruit flavors finish clean and fresh. Drink now.",,22,87,Marlborough,,,Sacred Hill 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sacred Hill
13.5,Red,France,"Nicely balanced, with no elements overpowering any of the others, just a nice mix of black cherries, chocolate and spice cake in a mouthfilling, yet firmly structured wine. Ends with some silky tannins, suggesting that holding another 2-3 years may smooth it out even more.",Pierrelongue,18,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Maison Bouachon 2003 Pierrelongue Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouachon-2003-pierrelongue-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Maison Bouachon
13.8,Red,US,"A fine, ripe Merlot from a dependable producer, this is totally dry, with polished cassis, coffee, green olive and subtle oak notes. It shows a nice balance of modest alcohol and rich, intricate tannins.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2002 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2002-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Rodney Strong
14.7,Red,Australia,"Forward and very fruity, this Grenache shines from nose to tail with plum and blueberry flavors. Medium-bodied, and drinking well now.",,22,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shingleback 2005 Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingleback-2005-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2005,Shingleback
,Red,France,"Gaillard's Clos de Cuminaille shows substantial new oak, but it's reasonably balanced by dark fruit and pepper. It's round in the mouth, with a supple, velvety feel—it may be a touch modern or international, but it still retains a sense of place. Drink now.",Clos de Cuminaille,30,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Pierre Gaillard 2004 Clos de Cuminaille  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gaillard-2004-clos-cuminaille-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Pierre Gaillard
13.5,Red,Spain,"Medium-strength plum and cherry aromas mix with earth and leather on a bouquet that's not all that fruity but still shows fruit. In the mouth, there's raspberry and red plum flavors floating on juicy, snappy acidity. Mouthfilling but hardly ponderous. Stylish in a somewhat classic mode.",Gran Reserva,44,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lealtanza 2000 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lealtanza-2000-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Lealtanza
13.5,Red,France,"Tasted on two separate occasions, my ratings were consistent, although my impressions of the wines were quite different. On one occasion, I found it rather supple. On the other it was a bit rough around the edges and raw-boned. But in both instances it had powerful fruit, coffee and roasted meat notes, and good length.",Vendange Chabrille Cairanne,26,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Laurent Brusset 2004 Vendange Chabrille Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-brusset-2004-vendange-chabrille-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Laurent Brusset
,White,South Africa,"With its softness, its layers of wood, this wine has delicious apple and cream flavors, giving a tropical style of Sauvignon Blanc. But there is also great acidity and a hint of a mineral character to give it structure. Not imported.",L'Avenir,,87,Stellenbosch,,,Laroche 2005 L'Avenir Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2005-lavenir-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Laroche
,Sparkling,France,"Crisp and fresh, this is a light wine, dominated by acidity and slightly unripe grapefruit flavors. It's pleasant, if too acidic, but could soften with age. Keep a couple of years and try again.",Brut,52,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier 2000 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-2000-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Pannier
13.5,White,Australia,"This is not an oaky, or even a rich Chardonnay; instead it treads the understated mineral-and-pear line. Finishes with some sour citrus pith and a chalky, smooth feel.",,38,87,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Yabby Lake Vineyard 2004 Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yabby-lake-vineyard-2004-chardonnay-mornington-peninsula/,Chardonnay,2004,Yabby Lake Vineyard
,Red,US,"Coming from such a cool climate, this Cab isn't as opulent or ripe as, say, Napa. There's a wintergreen mint note alongside the sweet red cherry and black raspberry flavors, and a lightly elegant weight. It's a different kind of Cab, but a dry, good one, and very friendly with food.",Jackson's Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Wildwood 2002 Jackson's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildwood-2002-jacksons-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Wildwood
,Red,US,"With grapes from both the cool east and warm west part of the county, this attractive Syrah shows ripe, plum, boysenberry and blackberry fruit backed up with firm acids and tannins. It's very dry, and drinks well now with steak or lamb.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lincourt 2004 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2004,Lincourt
7.5,Dessert,Italy,"The perfect wedding-cake bubbly has aromas of fresh Muscat grapes, dried grass and flowers, chalkboard and lingering fruit. Those qualities make it pleasantly refreshing in the mouth, where it boasts a nice balanced between sweetness and crispness.",Millesimato,23,87,Piedmont,Asti,,Fontanafredda 2004 Millesimato Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-2004-millesimato-muscat-moscato-asti/,Moscato,2004,Fontanafredda
12.5,Rose,Spain,"Typical Garnacha-Tempranillo rosado, with fresh berry aromas and bright peach, nectarine and apple flavors. More lean and streamlined than bulky, so you won't find much in the way of red-fruit character. Clean, persistent and fresh.",,12,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2004 Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2004-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2004,El Coto
15,Red,US,"Dry, strong, flavorful, tannic, earthy and balanced. That in a nutshell describes this wine. It's the kind of Cab folks used to drink when they wanted something good with food, but without fuss.",Vineyard Selection,17,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2003 Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2003-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Eberle
13.5,Red,France,"Nicely balanced, featuring fair levels of complexity and structure. The bouquet boasts hints of raspberries, fresh herbs and peppery spice, while the fruit becomes more forward and dominant in the mouth. Plump and medium-bodied, with a surprisingly creamy texture and some modest tannins on the finish. Drink now.",Cuvée Albéric Bouvet,32,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Gilles Robin 2004 Cuvée Albéric Bouvet  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-robin-2004-cuvee-alberic-bouvet-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Gilles Robin
,Red,France,"Has a beautifully nuanced bouquet of raspberries and briary spice, but doesn't quite follow through on the palate with the richness and intensity seen in the region's best wines. It's still very good, albeit in a slightly lightweight style.",,,87,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Castel Oualou 2005 Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-castel-oualou-2005-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Castel Oualou
,Red,France,"One of Rasteau's leading estates, Domaine Bressy-Masson has turned out a fine 2004, sporting dusty plum aromas and flavors. Add in hints of cocoa powder and cherries, crisp acids and supple tannins, and the result is a well balanced, complex wine. Drink now–2012.",Rasteau,,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Bressy-Masson 2004 Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bressy-masson-2004-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Bressy-Masson
,Red,France,"Call it international if you must, but it's really just a ripe, supple style with a kiss of oak. Vanilla and dried spices work the nose, but there's also balanced raspberry fruit and eminent drinkability. Drink now.",Vieilles Vignes,,87,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Domaine du Moulin 2004 Vieilles Vignes Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-2004-vieilles-vignes-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Moulin
,Red,France,"Boasts a blanket of cedary oak, but underneath is some nicely textured fruit that bears a resemblance to ripe black cherries. The wine is medium- to full-bodied, with hints of vanilla on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Cuvée Gaby,29,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine du Colombier 2004 Cuvée Gaby  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-colombier-2004-cuvee-gaby-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine du Colombier
,Red,France,"An easy style dominated by red berry fruit, but not simple thanks to complex notes of herbs and dusty mineral notes on the finish. Supple, fresh and easy to drink. Drink now–2009.",,13,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de Montvac 2004 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montvac-2004-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Montvac
,Rose,France,"Clean aromas of strawberries and cherries. This Tavel is on the heavier side, with white chocolate notes weighing down the berry fruity. But it's still reasonably balanced, thus it presents itself as being rich rather than heavy.",Cuvée Raphaël,14,87,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Domaine de la Genestière 2005 Cuvée Raphaël  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-genestiere-2005-cuvee-raphael-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de la Genestière
,White,France,"An impressive white Rhône, this blend of Viognier, Marsanne, Clairette, Bourboulenc and Picpoul offers expressive aromas of spring flowers, apricots and pears. It's fresh and medium-bodied, with plenty of minerality and lingering spice on the finish.",Comtesse Madeleine,15,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château de Montfaucon 2005 Comtesse Madeleine White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montfaucon-2005-comtesse-madeleine-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Château de Montfaucon
,Red,France,"Starts off rather dark, marked by smoke, charred wood, espresso and black olive notes. But there's a core of fruit and spice as well. Feels plump and round in the mouth, but lacks great depth or structure. Drink now for its pretty finish filled with spice and tea leaves.",Etienne Pochon,17,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaines Pochon 2004 Etienne Pochon  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-pochon-2004-etienne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaines Pochon
,Red,US,"Blackberries, cherries, French cured olives, anise and toasty oak are the flavors of this dry, stylish Cab. It has a nice balance and rich tannins, and is close to the quality of more expensive wines.",Mercury Rising,18,87,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar 2003 Mercury Rising Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2003-mercury-rising-red-other/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Cinnabar
,Red,US,"Nothing complicated here, just a Pinot with some real class and varietal distinction. You don't age a wine like this, you savor it with real food. Dry and silky, with cherry, black raspberry and cola flavors ending with a swirl of dusty brown spice.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"Has a pretty color, a nice, ruby translucency, and polished aromas and flavors ranging from ripe cherries and cola to deeper notes of pomegranates and spice. The mouthfeel is delicate and lilting, but the high alcohol, 15.2%, is a little hot on the finish.",Dixon Ranch Vineyard,24,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Cerro Caliente 2004 Dixon Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerro-caliente-2004-dixon-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Cerro Caliente
,Red,France,"Recently bottled, some initial hints of sulfur give way to bold cherry and apricot notes; the blend is 80% Grenache, 20% Syrah. It's round and full in the mouth, with ample tannins. This youthful wine could use another 1–2 years of cellaring—that, or some red meat.",Domaine de Barrelle,,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Cave des Vignerons de Montfrin 2005 Domaine de Barrelle Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-montfrin-2005-domaine-barrelle-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Cave des Vignerons de Montfrin
,Red,South Africa,"A spicy, forward and fruity wine that maintains ample balance. It shows red fruits, spice and dry tannins. This is fresh, elegant and ready to drink now.",Cabernet Sauvignon,18,88,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Simonsig
14.2,Red,US,"There's only 4% Viognier in this wine, but it really shows in the fresh burst of acidic citrus and honeysuckle that brightens and elevates the Syrah's deeper plum, blackberry and coffee notes. The result is a complex wine, dry and stylish. Enjoyable tonight through 2008.",Estate,36,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2004 Estate Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2004-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2004,Signorello
14.5,White,US,"Outwardly fruity, offering up a wealth of tropical papaya, mango and nectarine flavors, complete with a baked, buttery, vanilla-tinged base. Give it a little time to breathe or warm up; it seems to balance it.",Reserve French Oak,33,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2004 Reserve French Oak Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2004-reserve-french-oak-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Roche
,Red,France,,Les Gravieres Premier Cru,32,88,Burgundy,Santenay,,Prosper Maufoux 2002 Les Gravieres Premier Cru  (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2002-gravieres-premier-cru-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2002,Prosper Maufoux
13.5,Rose,US,"Despite the pale color and delicate texture, this is a rich, full-bodied rosé, with plenty of flavor. Cherries, raspberries, rosehip tea, cinnamon, white pepper and vanilla mingle to a satisfying, dry finish.",Syrah,26,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2005 Syrah Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2005-syrah-rose-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2005,Sunstone
,Red,France,"Like all of the T-L wines, there's a heavy overlay of oak—in this case a strong dusting of cinnamon—but there are also signs of good fruit underneath. It's creamy and supple, with raspberry accents to the oaky spice. Drink now–2012.",Vieilles Vignes,34,88,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Tardieu-Laurent 2004 Vieilles Vignes Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2004-vieilles-vignes-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Tardieu-Laurent
,Red,France,"Amadieu produces a number of wines from throughout the Rhône Valley, but he is based in Gigondas, where the family is the largest private vineyard owner. The Romane-Machotte is a dark, dense rendering of the appellation, combining dark layers of prune and plum pudding with spice and some chewy tannins. Drink 2008–2014.",Romane-Machotte,20,88,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Pierre Amadieu 2004 Romane-Machotte  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-amadieu-2004-romane-machotte-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Pierre Amadieu
14.6,White,US,"Quite a distinguished Chardonnay, with a streak of steely minerality that undergirds the Key lime pie and buttery, smoky oak flavors. The wine is very dry and has bright acidity.",Olivet Lane,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pellegrini 2004 Olivet Lane Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2004-olivet-lane-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Pellegrini
11,White,New Zealand,"Plump and sweet, but reasonably balanced, with a dash of CO2 for extra zest, this vintage of Peg Bay's Riesling seems just a touch behind their previous few releases. Baked apple, peach, cinnamon and tangerine notes make it easily accessible now, but it may not have the same longevity as the 2004, for example. Drink now to enjoy its fresh fruit.",,25,88,Waipara Valley,,,Pegasus Bay 2005 Riesling (Waipara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2005-riesling-waipara-valley/,Riesling,2005,Pegasus Bay
13,Red,Spain,"Gets off the mark with savory aromas akin to bean and bacon soup, wood smoke and dried herbs. Next comes raspberry and plum fruit supported by ample oak-based vanilla. Finishes creamy, round and solid. Just a sip or two and you know you're drinking true Rioja.",Reserva,22,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 1998 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-1998-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1998,Marqués de Cáceres
,Red,France,"Noteworthy for its high proportion (50%) of Syrah, which gives this wine a dark-fruit character. Dried spice and leather notes couple with a velvety mouthfeel to provide plenty of pleasure.",,12,88,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine de Causses 2004 Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-causses-2004-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Causses
,Red,France,"Nicely fruity up front, with red berries and cherries leading the way. But it's not a simple fruit-bomb. It offers plenty of spice as well as a rich, creamy texture and soft tannins. Drink now–2010.",La Brunote Cairanne,,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Daniel et Denis Alary 2004 La Brunote Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-daniel-denis-alary-2004-brunote-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Daniel et Denis Alary
,Red,France,"Includes 20% Mourvèdre—the balance is Syrah—and you can taste its influence in the dark berry and cola flavors and a touch of treebark scent on the nose. A bit drying on the finish, so either drink now with rare beef or hold it a year or two. Another fine effort from the prolific co-op at Estézargues.",,18,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine d'Andezon 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dandezon-2004-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine d'Andezon
,Red,France,"Bright, assertive red fruits—raspberries and cherries—also feature bountiful spice accents as complimentary notes. Medium- to full-bodied, with supple tannins and a long finish. Drink now.",Azalaïs,26,88,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine le Sang des Cailloux 2003 Azalaïs Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-sang-cailloux-2003-azalais-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine le Sang des Cailloux
,Red,France,"Impressively dark in color and flavor, with bold plum and pepper notes leading the way. It's crisp and youthfully tight, and although it lacks flesh now, it should blossom in 2–3 years. Drink 2008–2012.",,,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine des Remizières 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remizieres-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine des Remizières
,Red,France,"A blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre and 10% Syrah, all from vines averaging 40 years of age, this boasts an incredibly dark color and bold aromas of mulberries and blackberries. In the mouth, the fruit is crunchy and youthful, with finely-textured tannins. Drink now–2010.",Réserve des Seigneurs Cairanne,23,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de l'Oratoire Saint-Martin 2005 Réserve des Seigneurs Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-loratoire-saint-martin-2005-reserve-seigneurs-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine de l'Oratoire Saint-Martin
16.7,Red,US,"With 16.7% alcohol, all kinds of things could have gone wrong with this wine. Somehow, though, it works. It's quite dry, with no trace of raisiny or stewed fruit. Instead it shows bitter chocolate and cassis flavors wrapped in rich tannins. Not for the faint-hearted; an eccentric wine.",Rodney's Vineyard,24,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2003 Rodney's Vineyard Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2003-rodneys-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Epiphany
13.5,Red,Spain,"Plum, berry and other ripe fruits make for a solid, pure, attractive bouquet. The wine is fairly deep and plummy, with red raspberry raising the red-fruit quotient. Full and balanced, with modest complexity. Seems solid for a front-line '03.",Prestigio,26,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2003 Prestigio  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2003-prestigio-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2003,Emina
14,Red,Chile,"A powerball of a wine, with saucy fruit aromas mixed with oak and earth. If anything, it's extracted and big; the palate is like a rainbow of berry flavors. Finishes kind of sweet and sticky, with chocolate and vanilla notes. Rowdy, raw and ripe as all get out.",Reserva,18,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Echeverria 2004 Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2004-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2004,Echeverria
15,Red,US,"Classic California Barbera, black in color, bone dry, big in rasping tannins, and rich in fruit. Blackberries, cherries, plums, soy, leather, coffee, the list goes on. Curiously combines rusticity with refinement, and will age for twenty years.",Steinbeck and Sauret Vineyards,20,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2004 Steinbeck and Sauret Vineyards Barbera (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2004-steinbeck-sauret-barbera-central-coast-paso-robles/,Barbera,2004,Eberle
,Red,France,"This has an intriguing bouquet that smoothly marries slightly herbal-spicy Syrah with ripe, plummy Grenache (the blend is 70% Grenache, 25% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre). Plum and spice flavors are reasonably rich on the palate, ending with supple tannins. A promising early release that shows the fine quality of the 2005 vintage.",,20,88,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Château de Rouanne 2005 Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rouanne-2005-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Rouanne
,Red,France,"Not that expressive on the nose, but this is impressively lush and creamy on the palate, sporting flavors of mixed berries and a modicum of spice. Drink now–2012.",,25,88,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Château du Trignon 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château du Trignon
15,Rose,US,"Just delicious, with full-bodied raspberry and cherry-vanilla flavors that finish with dusty cinnamon spice. Tastes a bit off dry, but the acidity gives it a firm tang.",Chamisal Vineyards Vin Gris,22,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2005 Chamisal Vineyards Vin Gris Rosé (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2005-chamisal-vin-gris-rose-central-coast-edna-valley/,Rosé,2005,Domaine Alfred
,Sparkling,France,"A delicious apéritif style of Champagne, with nutty aromas, crisp, creamy fruit, and a delicate aftertaste. It should age attractively, over the next five years.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,79,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte 1999 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-1999-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Delamotte
14.1,Red,US,"The vineyard is out on the cooler west side of the appellation, and it shows in the balance and acidity of this fine Pinot. At the same time, that Paso heat has brought the grapes to cherry pie ripeness. The result is a deliciously drinkable wine.",HMR Estate,55,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2003 HMR Estate Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2003-hmr-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2003,Adelaida
13.5,Red,Portugal,"A touch deeper and richer than the regular bottling, this reserva features scents of plum, cola and earth to start, then shows off an ample, soft texture in the mouth. Flavors are rich and loamy, with flecks of bright fruit that shine through. Round, mouthfilling and easy to drink.",Reserva,15,88,Douro,,,Andreza 2003 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreza-2003-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,2003,Andreza
,Red,France,"Featuring finely detailed aromas and flavors of raspberries and peppery spice, this is a medium-bodied blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah. It's supple, not overdone at all; a somewhat Burgundian style. Ready to drink now, but should hold through 2012 thanks to its fine balance.",Saint Roch,18,88,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Le Clos des Cazaux 2004 Saint Roch Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-clos-cazaux-2004-saint-roch-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Le Clos des Cazaux
,Red,South Africa,"A very intense, perfumed wine, with great blackberry and spice flavors. Ripe and juicy, it has soft tannins and a firm, dry layer from wood aging. Big and concentrated, this wine is ready to drink now. Not imported.",Reserve,,88,Stellenbosch,,,KWV 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,KWV
13.3,White,US,"Wines like this advance Lake County's claim to be the Sauvignon Blanc capital of California. With very high acidity, this unoaked wine stimulates the tastebuds with pure citrus zest, apricot and green grass flavors.",Leveroni Vineyard,14,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Pellegrini 2005 Leveroni Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2005-leveroni-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Pellegrini
14.2,Red,US,"A lush, ripe wine packed with appealing black currant, cherry, cocoa and wintergeen flavors. Grip is provided by sweet, dusty tannins and fine acidity. Drink this stylish, dry wine now.",,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Whitehall Lane
,Red,US,"There's a sweaty, leathery note to this Pinot, or something suggestive of the rich, mushroomy undergrowth in a dark forest. The wine is full-bodied and bold in cola, coffee and cherry flavors. Very dry, with racy acidity so typical of the valley. Might develop complexity with a few years in bottle. Tasted twice.",Firepeak Vineyard,31,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Carpe Diem 2004 Firepeak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpe-diem-2004-firepeak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Carpe Diem
,Sparkling,France,"Honey and white fruit aromas are followed by a soft, easy wine that has creaminess, pear flavors and fresh acidity. It is rich, gentle and at its peak of maturity.",Brut,85,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Boizel 1999 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boizel-1999-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Boizel
,Rose,France,"Really fresh and lively, this Tavel balances ripe berry flavors with citrusy lime notes and a dry, minerally finish. Easy to drink on its own, but also versatile at the table.",,15,88,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Château de Ségriès 2005  Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-2005-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Château de Ségriès
13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a subsidiary label of Quinta da Cortezia that comes in two levels: Special Selection and regular. It's a modern-styled, fruit-focused wine, with blackberries leading the way, but buttressed by hints of mineral, peppery spice and chocolate. Long and mouthwatering on the finish. Drink now–2010.",Vinha Conchas Special Selection,11,88,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Cortezia 2004 Vinha Conchas Special Selection Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-2004-vinha-conchas-special-selection-red-estremadura/,Red Blend,2004,Quinta da Cortezia
14,Red,Argentina,"Big and earthy, with secondary aromas of pepper, chocolate and smoke supporting bold black fruit. Cassis and black cherry are the leading flavors, while the zesty yet oak-heavy finish is right on. A very good Malbec from what was an average year.",,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Melipal
13,Red,Spain,"Fairly stylish and true to the region; the nose is both meaty and leathery, with rustic but composed notes of roast plum, earth and oak. Blackberry and plum flavors are convincing, while the finish offers the right amount of spice and vanilla.",Crianza,20,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montebaco 2001 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montebaco-2001-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2001,Montebaco
14,Red,Chile,"From the first warm and piercing whiff, you get a sense that the ride will be fun. Aromas of cherry cough drop and herbs are just part of the bouquet, and the juicy palate of ripe, bursting black fruit works. Big and rewarding wine, with chocolate and spice on the back side.",Santa Digna Reserve,12,88,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2005 Santa Digna Reserve Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2005-santa-digna-reserve-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Miguel Torres
13.5,White,US,"Despite the California appellation, the winery says the grapes are from Santa Barbara, and you can taste a cool-climate acidity permeating this dry, citrusy wine. There's a minerally spine to it, and it finishes with a clean, refreshing scour. Very nice.",,18,88,California,California Other,California,Oreana 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oreana-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Oreana
14.5,White,US,"Very ripe and zingy in fresh kiwi, Key lime pie and vanilla flavors, with great acidity, this Chard could be mistaken for an Edna Valley. But it's a blend of six Santa Barbara vineyards. A bit of barrel fermentation makes it creamy and pie-crust buttery.",Rita's Earth Cuvée,20,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2005 Rita's Earth Cuvée Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2005-ritas-earth-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2005,Babcock
13.9,White,New Zealand,"Winemaker Jeff Sinnott had the grapes harvested in three passes through the vineyard, then fermented the early-picked fruit in steel, while the riper fruit went into demi-muids. The resulting blend is seamlessly integrated and harmonious, offering the merest hints of toast and butter alongside ripe apples and melons. Tastes close to dry, with a clean, fresh finish.",,24,88,Central Otago,,,Amisfield 2005 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amisfield-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2005,Amisfield
14.6,White,US,"Here's a big, full-bodied, gutsy Viognier with robust acidity and mouth-filling flavors of baked peach pie. Thoroughly dry, it also has an herbal, mineral side that anchors it. Very nice.",Glenrose Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2004 Glenrose Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2004-glenrose-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2004,Adelaida
14.8,Red,US,"The best, most complex of La Crema's three appellation series Pinot Noirs shows true Russian River character. It's medium- to full-bodied, with oak-tinged cherry compote, root beer and cocoa flavors. Tannic weight could help it improve for a couple of years.",,29,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,La Crema
12.8,White,Australia,"Enjoyable, with a light-handed pencil-lead character on the nose. If you're looking for a forceful, overoaked, buttery wine, buy something else. This one has a slight dash of fresh vanilla, but deals mostly light pear and citrus flavors on a feminine body.",Reserve,27,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Green Point 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2004-reserve-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Green Point
,Red,US,"Santa Barbara Cabs continue to have their work cut out for them, but as grapes are sourced from warmer areas, progress is made. This bottling shows fine varietal character, with plum, cassis and blackberry-tea flavors, and is very dry. It has a tannic angularity that works well with rich meats.",La Cuesta Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lincourt 2002 La Cuesta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2002-cuesta-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Lincourt
,Red,France,"Smoky, yet also floral and perfumed on the nose, marrying cherry blossoms and rose petals. Not terribly rich, but very pretty, with fine texture and balance. Shows great delicacy and finesse for a Crozes-Hermitage, and finishes long. Drink now.",Les Palignons,24,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Les Vins de Vienne 2004 Les Palignons  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2004-palignons-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Les Vins de Vienne
,Rose,France,"Has a Mourvèdre-ish quality to its aromas, sort of like tree bark and briary fruit with a touch of muscularity. Blackberry, plum and mushroom flavors stand out as being different from the rest of the Tavel crowd, but not necessarily better or worse.",Les Cigaliérs,14,88,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2005 Les Cigaliérs  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2005-cigaliers-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Les Vignerons de Tavel
14.9,Red,US,"Very rich in fruit. A weighty, dense wine of power yet refinement, with ripe black cherry pie, milk chocolate and spice flavors wrapped in substantial tannins. So filled with fruity ripeness it tastes sweet. Best with hearty roasts and cheeses.",,34,88,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Ledson 2003 Petite Sirah (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2003-petite-sirah-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Ledson
,Red,France,"Crisp and slightly herbal, with powerful cassis flavors that lack that extra bit of spice and nuance. Still, it's clean and well made, with a long finish. Drink now–2012.",,35,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Saint Cosme 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-cosme-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Saint Cosme
,Red,France,"A bit less cinnamon and clove than the 2003, with more forward, darker fruit flavors like black cherry and plum, yet also more black pepper. Brighter acidity makes it seem more lively and complete. Drink now–2010.",Renaissance Saint-Maurice,21,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Viret 2004 Renaissance Saint-Maurice Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-viret-2004-renaissance-saint-maurice-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Viret
,White,France,"A blend of barrel-fermented and tank-fermented wines, this is a fresh, crisp rendition of Saint-Joseph, combining pear fruit with stony minerality. Yet it also has a pleasant mealy texture and obvious substance. A blend of 95% Marsanne and 5% Roussanne. Drink now–2010.",,23,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Courbis 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courbis-2004-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2004,Domaine Courbis
,Red,France,"A bit herbal—even a touch green—on the nose, but in the mouth it's quite fruit-driven and creamy in texture. Fine dusty tannins mark the finish, suggesting a few years of aging isn't out of the question. Drink now–2012.",Vinsobres,22,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Chaume-Arnaud 2004 Vinsobres Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chaume-arnaud-2004-vinsobres-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Chaume-Arnaud
14.5,White,US,"With racy acidity, this palate-cleansing Chard shows a firm minerality undergirding Key lime pie filling and oaky, vanilla flavors. Fully dry, it's a good food Chard. Try with a creamy mushroom risotto.",Chamisal Vineyards,24,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2004 Chamisal Vineyards Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2004-chamisal-vineyards-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Alfred
15,Dessert,France,,Rosexclusif,,88,Rhône Valley,Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,,Cave de Vignerons de Beaumes-de-Venise 2004 Rosexclusif  (Muscat de Beaumes de Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-beaumes-venise-2004-rosexclusif-muscat-muscat-beaumes-venise/,Muscat,2004,Cave de Vignerons de Beaumes-de-Venise
,White,France,"This early release gives a sense of the improvements made at Prosper Maufoux, as well as a taste of the potential quality of the 2005 vintage. Spiced pears and minerals add enough honeyed notes on the palate to seem rich, then finish long. This is all from a single grower, according to Fairchild.",,16,88,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Prosper Maufoux 2005  Viré-Clessé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2005-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2005,Prosper Maufoux
,Red,France,"More structured than the 2003, with more leather and spice notes but still well-fruited underneath. Finishes fresh and firm; hold another 2–3 years.",Les Gravières Premier Cru,32,88,Burgundy,Santenay,,Prosper Maufoux 2002 Les Gravières Premier Cru  (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2002-les-gravieres-premier-cru-santenay-65755/,Pinot Noir,2002,Prosper Maufoux
,White,France,"From the village in which Prosper Maufoux is based, this is a  wine the company takes special pride in. It's nutty, but also fresh citrusy, and more vibrant and alive than the 2003. Despite ample weight and forward apple and citrus flavors, it shows plenty of minerality on the long finish.",Comme Dessus,24,88,Burgundy,Santenay,,Prosper Maufoux 2002 Comme Dessus  (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2002-comme-dessus-chardonnay-santenay/,Chardonnay,2002,Prosper Maufoux
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Even for a ruby, this is dark purple in color and attractively saturated in the glass. It's somewhat grapy, but avoids simplicity by blending in hints of mulberries, chocolate and spice. Full-bodied and slightly tannic, it shows good grip for a basic ruby, although a touch of heat does show through on the finish. Not available in the U.S.",Ruby Special Reserve,40,88,Port,,,Porto Solene NV Ruby Special Reserve  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porto-solene-nv-ruby-special-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Porto Solene
,Sparkling,France,"Intended as a vintage to be drunk young, this is a skilful blend of different fresh, relatively light Chardonnays. It is crisp, a great apéritif wine, although with its particularly tiny bubbles, it is also good as a food wine.",Gastronome Premier Cru,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 2002 Gastronome Premier Cru Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-2002-gastronome-premier-cru-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2002,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils
,Red,France,"Black plums and white peppercorns give an impression of crunchy, fresh fruit, wrapped in a cloak of supple tannins. Medium in body, with a crisp finish.",Les Pierres,43,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Pierre Gaillard 2004 Les Pierres  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gaillard-2004-pierres-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Pierre Gaillard
14,Red,Chile,"Full, round, stocky and ripe, with an aromatic foundation of tobacco, black fruit and rubber. The three grapes that comprise this wine are Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Merlot, and together they form a full-bodied yet juicy triumverate that culminates with chocolate, pepper and lush tannins.",Premium Reserve,20,88,Rapel Valley,,,Confin 2004 Premium Reserve Red (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/confin-2004-premium-reserve-red-rapel-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Confin
,Red,France,"From an estate based in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this is a wine with a soft touch. Lovely aromas of raspberries and spice waft from the glass, while the texture is so silky it's positively Burgundian. Light, but still very flavorful and long; a real pleasure.",,35,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,La Crau de Ma Mère 2004 Grenache (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crau-ma-mere-2004-grenache-cotes/,Grenache,2004,La Crau de Ma Mère
,Red,US,"Very high in alcohol, but with the benefit of dryness, this Zin has a white-pepper note riding high above the blackberry, red cherry and raspberry aromas and flavors. It's easily the best of the winery's current Zins, avoiding the pitfalls of such ripe wines and offering rich flavor and mouthfeel.",Reserve,36,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Saucelito Canyon 2004 Reserve Zinfandel (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saucelito-canyon-2004-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Saucelito Canyon
,Red,France,"Made from 100% Syrah off a terroir rich in clay, this has very peppery aromas but also notes of violet and cassis. On the palate, it's quite firm but packed with crunchy dark-berry fruit. Drink now with foods that will tame the tannins, or hold up to 2013.",,15,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Saint Cosme 2005 Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-cosme-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes/,Syrah,2005,Saint Cosme
,Red,France,"The Tain co-op's Les Hauts du Fief bottling sees some smaller oak, marked by cedary, slightly meaty notes, to go with its cassis fruit. It's medium- to full-bodied, with supple tannins and a good balance of fruit and wood. Drink now.",Les Hauts du Fief,20,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2003 Les Hauts du Fief  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2003-hauts-fief-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Cave de Tain
,Red,France,"Interestingly, the co-op (as a business entity) owns 55 acres in Hermitage, while its growers individually only own 23 acres. In general, bright raspberries accent cassis fruit, and while a bit of wood is evident, it's nicely integrated and balanced. Shows decent length, peppery spice and supple tannins on the finish. Drink now–2015.",,52,88,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2003  Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Cave de Tain
,Red,US,"Smoky, rich and dramatic. Opens with peppery, new oaky aromas leading to deep, lush flavors of ripe blackberries, blueberries and chocolate. Almost perilously sweet, but saved by a tannic finish. Drink now and for a few years.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tallulah 2004 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tallulah-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2004,Tallulah
13.8,Red,South Africa,"A big, beefy red that spent 22 months in oak. The oak imparts a slight sweetness that softens the tannins without impairing the dark, meaty fruit. Chocolate-espresso notes play in the nose and on the tongue, while the wine picks up flavors of leather and balsam. Finishes as big as it lives, with coffee grounds and dark fruit.",,29,88,Stellenbosch,,,Stellekaya 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellekaya-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Stellekaya
13.8,Red,US,"Lovely, a Pinot that doesn't slap you silly with extract, just flatters with sensuous pleasure. It's a light-colored wine, with a delicately silky texture framing cherry, cranberry, cola and tea flavors, and is quite dry. Easy to find, with 12,000 cases produced.",,19,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rodney Strong
,Red,France,"Creamy and intense, and packed with cherry-berry flavors that end in a soft wall of tannins. To judge by its cleanliness and texture, it's a modern wine. But it folds in enough spicy complexity on the finish to maintain interest sip after sip.",,15,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Dauvergne & Ranvier 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dauvergne-ranvier-2004-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Dauvergne & Ranvier
,Red,France,"A supple, elegant wine--the qualities that are alleged to be typical of Beaumes-de-Venise wines. It also has plenty of bright, crunchy cherry fruit and a hefty dash of peppery spice. Nicely balanced, and ready to drink now but capable of a few years' of development.",,,88,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Chateau Redortier 2004 Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-redortier-2004-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Chateau Redortier
,Red,New Zealand,"A dry, savory Pinot, with plenty of sous bois and a riary undercurrent to the black cherry fruit. Drink or hold another 3-4 years.",,,88,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 2002 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-2002-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2002,Martinborough Vineyard
,Rose,France,"Very dry, citrusy and long on the finish, this is a bit different from the typical Tavel. Sour cherry and watermelon rind notes provide a hint of pink flavor. Interesting and different; probably better as a white wine stand-in than as a traditional rosé.",La Rouvière,15,88,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Maison Bouachon 2005 La Rouvière  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouachon-2005-rouviere-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Maison Bouachon
13.5,Red,Australia,"Proof that Tasmania has what it takes to succeed on the export market. The wine's feel is wooly; it's not superfull on the palate, but it's an enjoyable New World-style Pinot with solid plum, black cherry and mineral components.",,19,88,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Ninth Island 2005 Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninth-island-2005-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2005,Ninth Island
14,Red,South Africa,"The Fairvalley Workers Association was founded in 1997 by workers from the Fairview Wine & Cheese Estate with funds from Fairview's owner Charles Back and the South African government. This young Pinotage (the first was in 2001) is a standout. Plush and inviting, modern and sexy, it has deep aromas of berry, plum and barnyard nuanced with lemon and spice. There are pure fruit flavors of plum and berry, and hints of leather and spice to add character. This wine shows what Pinotage can be.",,9,88,Coastal Region,,,Fairvalley 2004 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairvalley-2004-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2004,Fairvalley
,Red,New Zealand,"Boasts a flamboyant bouquet of blackberries and black pepper upon opening, then settles down into a medium-bodied wine with nice density and flavor persistence. There's no question that it's well balanced and has a lovely nose, but this is not a great wine, merely very good.",Arapoff,,88,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2000 Arapoff Syrah (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2000-arapoff-shiraz-syrah-syrah-martinborough/,Syrah,2000,Dry River
,Red,France,"Don't confuse this very good Vacqueyras with Domaine Brusset's Gigondas labeled Le Grand Montmirail. For one thing, this is considerably less expensive. After some initial sulfur notes blow off, complex scents of raspberries, coffee and dark chocolate blossom. It's only medium-bodied, but shows excellent lift and verve on the extended finish. Drink now–2012.",,18,88,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine du Grand Montmirail 2004 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-montmirail-2004-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Grand Montmirail
,Red,France,"Thanks to trail-blazing importer Kermit Lynch, this is one Gigondas that's been available in the U.S. for years. The 2004 boasts an intriguing blend of spices that ranges from clove and coffee to pepper and celery seed, while the fruit lurks underneath. Tannins are supple, gently supporting the wine's weight and complexity. Drink now–2015.",,,88,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine du Cayron 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cayron-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Cayron
,Rose,France,"Delicate and perfumed, this is a wonderful lightweight summer rosé that harmoniously marries strawberry and melon notes. Fresh and minerally on the finish. Drink now.",Loubié Rosé,14,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret,,Domaine de Mourchon 2005 Loubié Rosé Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mourchon-2005-loubie-rose-seguret-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine de Mourchon
14,Red,France,"With this luxury cuvée's lofty price tag, smart consumers will purchase the 90-point regular bottling from 2001 instead (reviewed March 2004, and recently retasted with an identical 90-point rating). That said, this is a very good wine. It's round, supple and nicely balanced, with overtones of chocolate and leather to the dried-fruit and spice flavors. Cocoa lingers on the finish.",Hommage à Gabriel Meffre,69,88,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine de Longue Toque 2000 Hommage à Gabriel Meffre  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-longue-toque-2000-hommage-a-gabriel-meffre-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine de Longue Toque
,Red,France,"Rich and a little alcoholic (15.5%), but not overly heavy or hot. Comes off as rather easy to drink for a wine of this size, with supple tannins and ripe blackberry flavors.",Les Quartres Terroirs,15,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Santa Duc 2004 Les Quartres Terroirs Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-duc-2004-quartres-terroirs-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Santa Duc
12.5,Red,France,"Voge is better known for his Cornas, but this Côtes-du-Rhône is a solid value—at press time, it could be found on sale for as little as $12. It's medium-bodied, with a silky mouthfeel and complex aromas of cinnamon, clove, pepper and cherries. Finishes long and crisp, with delicate tannins and a sense of minerality. Drink now.",Les Peyrouses,16,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Alain Voge 2004 Les Peyrouses Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-voge-2004-peyrouses-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Alain Voge
,Sparkling,France,"No, not the goddess: Venus is the name of the horse that plows the Agrapart vineyards. This wine, labeled “nature”—without dosage—is all green apples and very dry. It's distinctive, but many would find it too distinctive because of its rather lean edge, and very acidic aftertaste.",Venus Brut Nature,93,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Agrapart & Fils 2001 Venus Brut Nature Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agrapart-fils-2001-venus-brut-nature-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2001,Agrapart & Fils
,Red,US,"So Côtes-du-Rhône-y, but so California! The kind of wine Andrew Murray produces so well. Ripe and expressive, soft and gentle, yet with a good set of tannins. Finishes with a ripe, fruity richness.",Espérance,22,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Andrew Murray 2004 Espérance Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2004-esperance-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Andrew Murray
13.9,White,US,"Bonterra has always done a good job with Viognier, and here's another one. Maybe it's the biodynamic grapes, but the fruit is so clean and pure. Apricots, peaches, papayas and spicy flavors all come together in a honeyed texture, but the wine is dry and quite perky in acidity.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2005 Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2005-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,2005,Bonterra
,Red,France,"A rich, weighty northern Rhône Syrah, with pepper and black plum flavors crammed into a big round wine. Structured and powerful; just lacks a bit of nuance. Drink now-2015.",Anais,37,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine du Chêne 2003 Anais  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-du-chene-2003-anais-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,Domaine du Chêne
13.5,White,US,"Alderbrook's winemaker could have made a big, fruity wine in this warm vintage, but seems to have decided to make a more delicate, higher-acid Chard instead. This food-friendly sipper has nice peach, apple and pineapple flavors, and is balanced, dry and elegant.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alderbrook 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Alderbrook
,Sparkling,France,"With vineyards in the Côte des Bar, in the south of Champagne, the Moutard-Diligent family can trace its origins in the region back to the 17th century. This is a soft wine, a blanc de blancs (although only the back label indicates this). It is very ripe and creamy, benefiting from the warm conditions of the 1999 harvest, and just showing a touch of acidity to finish.",Brut,50,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Moutard Père et Fils 1999 Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moutard-pere-fils-1999-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Moutard Père et Fils
14,Red,US,"Soft and supple, with ripe cherry, blackberry, mocha and spice flavors. There's a nice tannic structure to the wine, which finishes dry and satisfying.",La Grande,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Vista 2004 La Grande Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2004-grande-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2004,Sierra Vista
13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark fruit, tobacco and leathery spice make for a nice bouquet. Tight and forceful in the mouth, with ripe black fruit and firm tannins. Chocolate and espresso come on toward the finish of this thorough, flavorful wine. Satisfying but not a spectacle.",Pago de las Costanas,35,87,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Val de Los Frailes 2001 Pago de las Costanas Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-los-frailes-2001-pago-las-costanas-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2001,Val de Los Frailes
13.5,Red,US,"Soft and a bit one-dimensional, but pretty tasty, with well-ripened blackberry and mocha flavors that finish with a hint of anise. Feels polished and supple, but not for the cellar. Drink now.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sterling
13.5,White,US,"Pozzan is an Oakville-based brand, a négociant, really, that frequently offers value. This single-vineyard wine is rich and dry in citrus, apricot and fig flavors, with a refreshing minerality leading to a tartly clean finish. It shows why Lake County has a reputation for Sauvignon Blanc. The wine has a modest 12.5 percent of alcohol, and is one-quarter Sémillon.",Sawyer Vineyards,10,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Michael Pozzan 2005 Sawyer Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-pozzan-2005-sawyer-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Michael Pozzan
13.5,Red,France,"Brusset pushes the envelope, and my notes on this bottling make reference to its volatility, albeit in varying amounts. On one occasion I found it elevated, masking much of the wine's charms, while on another it lent an intriguing element to the superripe blackberry and chocolate flavors.",Tradition Le Grand Montmirail,27,87,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Brusset 2004 Tradition Le Grand Montmirail  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-brusset-2004-tradition-le-grand-montmirail-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Brusset
,Red,France,"Marked by oak, this shows plenty of vanilla and menthol notes to go along with flavors of plum and cola. It's full, round and supple, but not all that complex. Drink 2007–2012.",Les Serines,66,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Yves Cuilleron 2004 Les Serines  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yves-cuilleron-2004-serines-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Yves Cuilleron
,Red,France,"It's a bit tart and thin on cherry flavor, but is an admirable success for this challenging vintage. The vanilla and oak-spice notes are flattering, there just isn't enough material underneath.",Les Ruchets,64,86,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2002 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2002-ruchets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2002,Jean-Luc Colombo
13.5,Red,US,"I accidentally refrigerated this red wine. Voila! It's great cold. Just goes to show that the conventional wisdom doesn't always hold. A blend of Shiraz and Cab Franc, the wine is rich in cherry-filled chocolate, with a dash of lavender, licorice and pepper, and the finish is dry. Easy to find, with 25,000 cases produced. Ironstone is really doing a great job in making varietally true, inexpensive wines.",Expression,6,86,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2005 Expression Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2005-expression-red-other/,Red Blend,2005,Ironstone
,Sparkling,France,"A very soft wine, flavored with nutmeg and baked apples. It is unfocused, and the acidity seems to come in from a strange angle, leaving a wine that is easy to drink, but not quite together.",Brut,49,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 1999 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-1999-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Mailly Grand Cru
,Red,France,"Very soft and supple, with a slightly baked, dusty quality to the cherry fruit. Could use a little more spice and structure, but this is certainly easy to drink now.",Beaumes-de-Venise,,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Chateau Redortier 2003 Beaumes-de-Venise Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-redortier-2003-beaumes-venise-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Chateau Redortier
,Red,France,"Seems slightly volatile on the nose, with hints of nail polish that detract from an otherwise pretty bouquet of leather, cherry and spice. Good power and structure, with a warm, peppery finish. Drink now.",Grangeneuve Beaumes-de-Venise,,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Saint Amant 2004 Grangeneuve Beaumes-de-Venise Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-amant-2004-grangeneuve-beaumes-venise-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Saint Amant
,Red,France,"This comes across as relatively unexpressive on the nose, but shows impressive ripeness and stone-fruit flavors on the palate. It's still rather tannic, demanding 2–3 years of cellaring.",Variation,33,86,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de Montvac 2004 Variation Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montvac-2004-variation-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Domaine de Montvac
,Red,France,"This blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah is a simple, easygoing quaff filled with black cherry fruit and endowed with a ripe, supple texture. Enjoy it over the next 6–12 months. Imported by Russell Herman.",,11,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Guicharde 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guicharde-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Guicharde
13.5,Red,Australia,"Easy and approachable for a Petite Sirah, the Vat 1 starts off with oak, black pepper, eucalyptus and maple-syrup aromas; the syrupy component blessedly lets up after a few minutes in the glass. Has an interesting texture—tannins are almost furry—and would be just lovely with braised short ribs or other rich fare.",Deen Vat 1,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2004 Deen Vat 1 Petite Sirah (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2004-deen-vat-1-petite-sirah-south-eastern/,Petite Sirah,2004,De Bortoli
13.5,White,US,"The winery's basic Sauvignon is very dry, crisp and clean, showing long, deep citrus, apricot and melon flavors. It's a good example of the fine art of blending grapes from disparate regions.",,13,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Benziger 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2005-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Benziger
16.5,Red,US,"Dark, soft and delicious, like drinking a glass of melted chocolate truffles laced with crème de cassis. This is the kind of California wine that freaks the French out. It's unbalanced, eccentric and unique. You either love it or hate it.",Abba Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Rosenblum 2004 Abba Vineyard Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-abba-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2004,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,France,"This has been a reliable producer over the past few vintages, although the price has crept up substantially. As in the past, the Renjarde isn't a huge, hulking wine, just a well-balanced, medium-bodied Côtes-du-Rhône for early consumption. Crisp cherry fruit features hints of chocolate, earth and cola.",,17,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de la Renjarde 2003 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-renjarde-2003-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Renjarde
,Red,US,"The challenges during this hot vintage were obvious. The wine is virtually sweet in dessert pastry flavors, raspberry, fig newton, black cherry pie and smoky, charry new oak and vanilla. It has good acidity and grip, but you find yourself wishing it were a touch drier.",Hope Family Vineyard,42,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Austin Hope 2003 Hope Family Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austin-hope-2003-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Austin Hope
12.5,Red,Italy,"Astoria's wines are typically fairly priced for the quality, and this pleasant Cabernet is no exception. It's plump and well rounded for an Italian Cab, with ripe cassis flavors that finish a bit tart but juicy and fresh. Drink now.",,14,86,Veneto,Piave,,Astoria 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-piave/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Astoria
,White,US,"There's a soft, earthy weightiness to this Chard, compared to more coastal bottlings that offer brighter acidity. Yet it's tremendously forward in tropical fruit flavors that are very ripe, almost sweet. A little ungainly now, but could knit together in the next five years.",Estate,26,86,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2004 Estate Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2004-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2004,Chalone Vineyard
12.5,Red,Spain,"Needs ample air to shake its early stewy, earthy character, and even then it recedes into a place best described as traditional. That means the nose is rustic, leathery and oaky, and the fruit is reserved, teetering toward drying and fading. A throwback with merits and demerits.",Gran Reserva,28,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 1998 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-1998-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Bodegas Palacio
9,Dessert,US,"Clean and vibrant, with apricot, fig and vanilla flavors, this single-vineyard dessert wine has refreshing acidity. It's sweet, but not too sweet, and look at that nice, low alcohol, only 9%.",Bartolucci Vineyard,16,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Bonterra 2005 Bartolucci Vineyard Muscat (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2005-bartolucci-vineyard-muscat-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Muscat,2005,Bonterra
15,Red,US,"Soft, slightly heavy and on the hot side, with high alcohol, this burly Zin contains Petite Sirah and Carignane, making it more like those old-fashioned field blends. It has impressively ripe flavors of red and black cherry pie filling, cocoa and spice.",Mendocino Uplands,18,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 2003 Mendocino Uplands Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2003-mendocino-uplands-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2003,Fife
14.3,Red,US,"Atlas Peak Cabernets have always seemed overly tannic, and so is this wine. But it's fruitier and riper than in the past, and may develop. It's tough and astringent, but packs a whallop with black currant flavors. Try after 2008.",,42,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atlas Peak 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Atlas Peak
14.6,Red,US,"Ripe to the point of jammy, with blackberry and cherry flavors that taste like they were baked in a pie. But the wine wisely avoids any hints of overripeness. It's dry and a little soft.",,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2003 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Adelaida
,Red,France,"Light in weight but also elegant, with delicate pepper, spice and cherry notes. A dusting of silky tannins on the finish brings this wine to an elegant close. Almost Burgundian in sensibility. Drink now–2012.",Massif d'Uchaux,,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château du Grand Moulas 2004 Massif d'Uchaux Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-moulas-2004-massif-duchaux-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château du Grand Moulas
14,Red,Uruguay,"Bouza is one of the few Uruguayan wineries that's ready to compete on the world stage. This Tannat-Merlot blend is deep and dark, with saturated blackberry and dark plum flavors. It's a bit heavy and clumsy, with some chocolate on the finish. But overall it's a well-made New World red that will accompany steak and other grilled meats.",Tannat-Merlot,24,86,Canelones,,,Bouza 2004 Tannat-Merlot Red (Canelones),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouza-2004-tannat-merlot-red-canelones/,Red Blend,2004,Bouza
14.5,White,South Africa,"Mint, toast and spice are dominant on the nose, while the palate is laden with toasty, nearly overripe fruit. Retains some tropical fruit character, namely mango, and the oak is flavorful, if heavy handed. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Reserve,18,86,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2003-reserve-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2003,Boschendal
14.5,Red,US,"This is a big wine, with plum, blackberry, coffee and dusty spice flavors, with some raisins. The wine is thoroughly dry, and turns sharp on the finish. Mostly Syrah, with Grenache and Mourvèdre and one-third new oak.",,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Io 2002 Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/io-2002-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Io
13.5,Red,US,"Weird name, flashy packaging, and pretty good Zin! It's a nice, easy wine for that home-cooked lasagna or barbecue. Soft and direct, with flavorful cherry, chocolate, coffee and pepper-spice notes through a dry finish.",,15,86,California,California Other,California,InZinerator 2003 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inzinerator-2003-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,InZinerator
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A credible effort in what was not an easy vintage for Marlborough Pinot Noir, Forrest Estate's 2004 is a light, silky-textured wine with scents of mushroom and earth followed up by flavors of cherry and cola. Drink now.",,20,86,Marlborough,,,Forrest Estate 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forrest-estate-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Forrest Estate
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This consistent value performer is made specially for the U.S. importer by a winery whose “name” wine is imported by someone else. Too confusing? Try this: Winery A makes wine under the Winery A label and sells it for a premium price through Importer A. Then, since it has additional wine, it bottles more under Label B and sells that through Importer B. (No, I'm not going to spill the grapes and tell you the name of the winery in question.) A slightly musky scent imparts an exotic note to the passion fruit aromas, while the grapefruity notes on the palate are pleasantly plump before turning a bit chalky on the finish.",,10,86,Marlborough,,,Dyed-In-The-Wool 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dyed-in-wool-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Dyed-In-The-Wool
13.5,Red,Portugal,"Reasonably complex for a modestly priced table wine, with intriguing notes of wintergreen, birchbeer, mushrooms and beet root. For some tastes, it could use a stronger fruit component, but despite that it's supple enough on the palate to charm. Finishes crisp, with some tart berry flavors. A blend of Trincadeira, Aragonês and Alfrocheiro.",Condado das Vinhas,8,86,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2003 Condado das Vinhas Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2003-condado-das-vinhas-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Herdade Grande
14.2,Red,US,"Big and bold in baked cherry pie flavors, with lots of new oak, this mouth-filling Pinot certainly appeals for its enormous fruit and silky texture. It's distinctly New World, fruit-forward and vibrantly clean, if a bit one-dimensional.",Garys' Vineyard,50,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Miner 2004 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2004-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Miner
13.5,Red,Spain,"Round and ripe, with a touch of rich prune and warm earth on the spice-cabinet nose. Fairly oaky, with coconut and raspberry flavors. That coconutty character sticks with it through the finish, which is slightly tannic.",Crianza,14,86,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Museum 2001 Crianza Tinto del Pais (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/museum-2001-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-pais-cigales/,Tinto del Pais,2001,Museum
,Red,France,"Proprietor Eric Rocher has fashioned a pleasantly fruit-forward red Crozes that features black cherry fruit and a bit of peppery spice. It seems rather easy and supple at first, but then picks up sturdier, earthier notes of tapenade.",Chaubayou,28,86,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine de Champal 2004 Chaubayou  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champal-2004-chaubayou-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine de Champal
13.9,White,US,"A blend of Roussanne, Viognier and Marsanne, this estate-grown wine is voluptuously rich. It presents almost as a dessert, suggesting mango-laced crème caramel, papaya custard, candied apricots and similar flavors. Almost too much of a good thing.",Blancaneaux White Wine,40,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2004 Blancaneaux White Wine White (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2004-blancaneaux-white-wine-napa-rutherford/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Rubicon Estate
12.5,Rose,US,"This blush, an offbeat blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Grigio, tastes dry and fine, a silky, light-bodied wine with gentle flavors of raspberries, cinnamon, vanilla, and a squeeze of lime.",Pinot Pinot,13,86,California,California Other,California,The Grey Rose 2005 Pinot Pinot Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-rose-2005-pinot-pinot-other/,Rosé,2005,The Grey Rose
11,White,Portugal,"Very perfumed and floral on the nose, with spicy, lychee notes that almost suggest Gewürztraminer, but don't have the same weight or unctuous feel on the palate. It's a light-bodied dry Muscat, rather unique and interesting, and makes nice counterpoint to various tapas.",,14,86,Terras do Sado,,,João Pires 2004 Muscat (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joao-pires-2004-muscat-terras-sado/,Muscat,2004,João Pires
,Rose,France,"From its potent strawberry and watermelon nose to its candied fruit flavors, everything about this wine tries a little too hard, like a strident voice that says pay attention to me. It's well made, tasty, and some will like the volume turned up.",Cuvée Tableau,14,86,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2005 Cuvée Tableau  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2005-cuvee-tableau-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Les Vignerons de Tavel
18,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"On the lighter, fresher side of Madeira, with candied citrus flavors edging out honey and nut notes. Ends with a smoky, citrusy tang.",Rainwater,13,86,Madeira,,,Leacock's NV Rainwater Tinta Negra Mole (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leacocks-nv-rainwater-portuguese-red-tinta-negra-mole-madeira/,Tinta Negra Mole,,Leacock's
12,White,Greece,"Greek producers have a wealth of indigenous grapes that have adapted to the hot Mediterranean climate. Roditis, grown in the Peloponnese for centuries, retains acidity throughout the hot summer to make a refreshing wine that is great with food. This example, from a quality-minded Greek importer with temperature-controlled shipping, marries aromas of juicy peach with flavors of lemon, mineral, white stone fruits and a dash of mint, all in an acidic framework that makes this perfect for food. Finishes crisply, with a touch of oak spice.",,10,86,Peloponnese,,,Lafazanis 2005 Roditis (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafazanis-2005-greek-white-roditis-peloponnese/,Roditis,2005,Lafazanis
14,White,South Africa,"Big in the mouth, with moderate acid, this Chardonnay got plenty ripe in the hot Stellenbosch sun. Yellow fruit flavors have a nice oaky touch, adding plenty of vanilla spice character. The nose is airy, with a straw-like character. Overall a nice wine, with some complexity for a wine of this price. Imported by Cape Classics.",,36,86,Stellenbosch,,,Tokara 2004 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokara-2004-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2004,Tokara
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe and a bit heavy, with aromas of leather and charcoal. A dark-styled but basic Malbec with chunky plum and cassis flavors. Round in the mouth, with a chalky, mildly tannic finish. Nothing exceptional but a good, balanced specimen.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Terrazas de Los Andes
14.7,Red,US,"Sausal's old vines are about 50 years old, which may account for the unusual concentration and balance of this wine. It floods the mouth with blackberry, spice and mocha flavors, yet is dry and balanced and not at all hot. Drink now.",Old Vine,18,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2003-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Sausal
14.3,White,US,"This Cabernet is instantly likeable for its soft, lush tannins and blackberry and smoky oak flavors that finish with the taste of cocoa-dusted cappuccino. It's a bit on the light side, but tasty.",Usibelli Vineyard,32,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sanctuary 2003 Usibelli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctuary-2003-usibelli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sanctuary
,Red,France,"A bit muted on the nose, but this shows plenty of positive traits in the mouth, including rich cherry, plum and chocolate flavors. Tannins are supple and the finish lingers nicely. Drink now.",Domaine de Fenouillet Fines Blanches,,86,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Vignobles Jeanjean 2004 Domaine de Fenouillet Fines Blanches Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-jeanjean-2004-domaine-fenouillet-fines-blanches-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vignobles Jeanjean
,White,France,"Smells nicely honeyed, and it picks up hints of flowers and fresh pears as well. In the mouth, it's not that rich, rather it's fresh, fruity and easy to drink now.",Petite Ruche,,86,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2005 Petite Ruche Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2005-petite-ruche-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2005,M. Chapoutier
,White,France,"Starts off with some modest melon and mineral scents, but this largely neutral wine is more about texture than flavor. It's softly stony in the mouth, like finely crushed stone or even powdered rock. Drink now–2008.",Deschant,35,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,M. Chapoutier 2005 Deschant  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2005-deschant-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2005,M. Chapoutier
14.5,White,Argentina,"Heavily toasted up front, yielding popcorn, cream soda and ultimately a touch of pear. The blend is an uncommon trio of Viognier, Chardonnay and Riesling that results in a meaty palate with hidden acidity and dry citrus flavors. Unusual, with interesting qualities. As a whole, however, it isn't outstanding. Imported by Testa Wines of the World.",Gala 3,30,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luigi Bosca 2005 Gala 3 White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2005-gala-3-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2005,Luigi Bosca
14.4,Red,US,"Offers lots to like in a Cab that's drinkable now. Firmly tannic, with some sharp, minty elbows, but enough blackberry and plum fruit to satisfy.",,36,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Roche 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Roche
13,White,New Zealand,"Refreshingly austere and flinty on the nose for a Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, this offering from winemaker John Belsham also shows some citrusy aromas. White grapefruit powers the palate, accented by passion fruit. Relatively light in weight, with a crisp, mouthwatering finish. Might be just the ticket to accompany oysters this fall.",,15,86,Marlborough,,,Seven Terraces 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-terraces-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Seven Terraces
,White,New Zealand,"Shows good intensity and varietal character, offering up gooseberry and passion fruit flavors with just hints of sweat and bell pepper. Seems plump at first, but firms up on the finish, finishing quite grapefruity in the end.",,17,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2006-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Seifried
,White,France,"A nicely textured Saint-Véran, with honey, pear and melon flavors all working in harmony. It's on the simple side, but definitely scratches the Chardonnay-from-Burgundy itch.",,15,86,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Prosper Maufoux 2004  Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2004-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2004,Prosper Maufoux
14,Red,France,"The fruit here is of the red variety—perhaps strawberry or raspberry—but there's also a slightly green, chlorophyllic note. This herbal streak gives an otherwise creamy textured wine a dry, astringent edge that sticks out a bit on the finish.",Les Cornuds Vinsobres,19,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Perrin & Fils 2004 Les Cornuds Vinsobres Grenache-Syrah (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2004-cornuds-vinsobres-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-cotes-villages/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Perrin & Fils
13.5,Rose,Spain,"Dark in color. Cherry, raspberry and a touch of innertube rubber carry the nose toward a ripe palate featuring red apple and raspberry flavors. Finishes crisp and zesty, with nice acidity and commendable purity. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Rosé,14,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lealtanza 2005 Rosé Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lealtanza-2005-rose-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Lealtanza
13,Red,Spain,"Traditional in the way it displays molasses, tobacco and cherry cola among its aromatics. Satisfying in the mouth, with lightweight cherry supported by oak-driven vanilla. Crisp acids are keeping it healthy. Drink now for a taste of Old World Rioja.",Reserva,17,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,LAN 1999 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lan-1999-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1999,LAN
,Red,France,"Cherry and cinnamon notes on the nose, with a round, supple mouthfeel and simple but satisfying flavors. Picks up some slightly astringent tannins on the finish, but still a better bet to drink now instead of aging.",Les Chaillés,21,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Ogier 2004 Les Chaillés  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ogier-2004-chailles-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Ogier
13,Red,Italy,"There's a distinctive aromatic element to this single-vineyard wine that resembles dried sweet herb or basil followed by generous tones of sweet berry fruit, toasted nuts and vanilla. Made from the hearty Montepulciano grape, the wine sees 11 months of wood aging (in both larger casks and smaller barrique) that help render flavors of exotic spice and cigar box. It's chewy and rich in the mouth and would pair well with grilled meats.",Jorio,13,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Umani Ronchi 2002 Jorio  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2002-jorio-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2002,Umani Ronchi
14,Red,South Africa,"Fans of old-style Tuscan wines, take note. This easy-to-like wine has plummy-cherry fruit flavors wrapped in a leathery skin. Some barnyard and cola are apparent on the nose, while sweet tannins coat the palate. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Bellevue Estate,16,86,Stellenbosch,,,Tumara 2004 Bellevue Estate Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tumara-2004-bellevue-estate-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2004,Tumara
15,Red,US,"A little too big and extracted for finesse, this full-bodied wine is almost Rhônesque. It's dark, with cherry jam and mocha flavors, and is a bit soft and hot. Lots of new French oak piles the smoky, vanilla flavors on.",Lafond Vineyard,48,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2003 Lafond Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2003-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lafond
14,White,South Africa,"KWV has been on a streak, making quality wines that would make any cooperative jealous. This Chardonnay is simple and straightforward, but in a delightfully delicious way. Sweet yellow fruits entice the nose, while the medium-bodied palate is balanced with good acidity, ripe tropical fruit flavors and just the right amount of oak treatment. Not a wine to dwell on; just pop the cork and enjoy.",,9,86,Western Cape,,,KWV 2005 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2005-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2005,KWV
,Red,France,"This is 50% Grenache, with the balance a blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Carignan from vines averaging 40 years of age. The result showcases cherry and plum aromas and a velvety, creamy texture. Peppery spice comes in on the finish, completing the package. Just lacks a little depth or it would have scored higher.",Les Genets Chusclan,15,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Les Vignerons de Chusclan 2004 Les Genets Chusclan Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-chusclan-2004-genets-chusclan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Les Vignerons de Chusclan
,Red,Spain,"Penascal has emerged as one of those value brands that delivers. This installment of Tempranillo is full of berry, prune and leather aromas, while the palate is creamy and rather full, with smooth berry notes and more than adequate richness.",,7,86,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Penascal 2004 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2004-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2004,Penascal
13.7,White,US,"It offers up lots of ripe kiwi, peach, pineapple and spice flavors, brightened by a good cut of acidity. Tastes fresher than some far more expensive Napa Chards.",,10,86,California,Napa,Yountville,Pavilion 2005 Chardonnay (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2005-chardonnay-napa-yountville/,Chardonnay,2005,Pavilion
,White,France,"This medium-bodied white is 95% Roussanne, fermented in steel, then aged in oak. The result is quite fresh but neutral-flavored. Modest spice and minerailty emerge on the finish, making this mouthwatering white a fine apéritif.",La Belle de Mai,39,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Péray,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2004 La Belle de Mai Roussanne (Saint-Péray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2004-belle-mai-roussanne-saint-peray/,Roussanne,2004,Jean-Luc Colombo
13,White,Italy,"Made entirely in stainless steel to preserve its freshness and fruit, this isn't lean or sharp at all, rather, it's bursting with bold passion fruit and grapefruit flavors. Lacks subtlety, but satisfies the Sauvignon craving.",Suade,14,86,,Delle Venezie,,Astoria 2005 Suade Sauvignon Blanc (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2005-suade-sauvignon-blanc-delle-venezie/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Astoria
13.5,White,US,"Made in a different style from most Sonoma Chards, this wine is less about fruit than minerals. It has a steely mouthfeel, with mouthwatering acidity and hints of citrus zest. Could almost be a Sauvignon Blanc.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,I'M 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/im-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,I'M
,Red,Austria,"The Mittelburgenland is Austria's red wine land. In the tiny village of Horitschon, the Iby family makes Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch and a barrel-aged Pinot Noir. This Zweigelt is all about fruit, driving the wine with soft tannins, cranberries and spice, leaving fresh, ripe acidity to finish. It's a great barbecue wine, and terrific with Mexican food.",Classic,14,86,Mittelburgenland,,,Iby 2005 Classic Zweigelt (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iby-2005-classic-other-red-zweigelt-mittelburgenland/,Zweigelt,2005,Iby
,Red,US,"Exotically rich, with sun-sweetened blackberry and cherry pie flavors accented with deeper, darker notes of plums, leather, licorice and coffee. The wine is soft and oaky, and for all the lusciousness, it's not exhibiting particular terroir.",Larner Vineyard,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Herman Story 2004 Larner Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herman-story-2004-larner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2004,Herman Story
14,Red,Australia,"Solid and angular, this Shiraz is all about plum and stone flavors; its disposition is one that would make it more an appropriate partner to charbroiled beef than a party sipper. Berry and plum aromas turn barbecued and ketchupy with air.",Estate,15,86,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2004 Estate Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2004-estate-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-frankland-river/,Shiraz,2004,Ferngrove
,White,France,"Plump and honeyed, this is a solid offering from a region in which Faiveley can't fall back on its vineyards. Pear, apple and honey flavors finish soft, with gentle chalky nuances. Drink now.",,15,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Prissé,,Faiveley 2004  Mâcon-Prissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-chardonnay-macon-prisse/,Chardonnay,2004,Faiveley
13.5,Red,Chile,"Tar, char and black fruit work the nose, but there's also a slight hint of wet dog thrown in. The palate is full and grabby, with black cherry, cassis and plum flavors. Spicy late, with pronounced tannins. A typical big, bold and slightly raw Chilean Merlot.",Estate,11,86,Curicó Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Estate Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-estate-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2005,Errazuriz
,White,France,"This is a rather minerally and crisp rendition of a southern white Rhône, with citrus and orange peel aromas and flavors. Less broad than most, and more precise and focused.",,14,86,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château le Devoy Martine 2004 White (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-devoy-martine-2004-white-lirac/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Château le Devoy Martine
,Red,France,"Very lively and fresh, packed with bright berry fruit. The tannins are so soft you could easily chill this fruit-juicy red and serve it by the pool or patio with grilled foods.",Tradition,,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de Coste Chaude 2005 Tradition Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coste-chaude-2005-tradition-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine de Coste Chaude
,Dessert,France,,,16,86,Rhône Valley,Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,,Domaine de Beaumalric 2005  Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaumalric-2005-muscat-blanc-a-petit-grain-muscat-beaumes-venise/,Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains,2005,Domaine de Beaumalric
,Red,France,"This wine displays a nicely balanced bouquet that melds dried cherries and dried spices. On the palate, those same elements persist, joined by dusty minerality and a chalky note on the finish.",,,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Chaume-Arnaud 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chaume-arnaud-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Chaume-Arnaud
,White,US,"Here's a nice, easy PG. It's dry and delicate, with pleasant citrus and wildflower flavors and very brisk acidity that uplifts the fruit through a clean, spicy finish.",Chamisal Vineyards,25,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2005 Chamisal Vineyards Pinot Gris (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2005-chamisal-vineyards-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Domaine Alfred
,Red,France,"Named after ladybugs and packaged accordingly, this is an all-around good effort. Plum and cherry aromas and flavors are tinged with chocolate, and there's a supple, creamy texture to the palate. No great intensity or length, just a solid, workaday red at a reasonable price.",Rouge,12,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine des Coccinelles 2005 Rouge Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coccinelles-2005-rouge-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine des Coccinelles
,Rose,France,"A bit heavy and rich, with ample weight and a slightly syrupy texture. Perfumy and rose-like on the nose, with bright, confected cherry and berry fruit.",,23,86,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2005  Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2005-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de la Mordorée
14,Red,Portugal,"This ambitious wine from the south of Portugal blends Alicante Bouschet, Aragonês, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, then covers much of the nuance with a veil of charred oak. Tarry, meaty, cedary notes on the nose; some cola, coffee and beet flavors. Woody on the finish. Hold 2–3 years and hope the impact of the wood lessens over time.",Reserva,39,86,Alentejano,,,Dona Maria 2003 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-maria-2003-reserva-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2003,Dona Maria
13.5,Red,France,"What puts this wine above ordinary is its bouquet. Sure, it has solid cherry fruit, tinged with leather and spice, but it also has a charming perfumy, almost floral aspect to its cherry aromas.",,10,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Pélaquié 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pelaquie-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Pélaquié
14.5,White,US,"Smoky-oaky and crisp, with pleasant peach, pineapple and buttercream flavors. This is an easy-to-enjoy Chard with elegance and charm.",Estate Selection,36,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2004 Estate Selection Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2004-estate-selection-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Cuvaison
13,White,US,"Here's a wonderfully versatile Sauvignon Blanc, one that'll wash down everything from Mexican food to potstickers and friend chicken. Very crisp in acidity, it shows polished pink grapefruit, fig, honeydew and peach flavors, and peppery spices.",The Border,14,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnwood 2005 The Border Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-2005-border-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Barnwood
13.5,White,Chile,"This is definitely a bright, zesty, citrusy wine, but one with structure, especially given that it's an affordable, everyday Sauvignon Blanc. Aromas of citrus are dominant, while flavors of lime and grapefruit are nicely balanced and tasty.",Vineyard Selection,8,87,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2006 Vineyard Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2006-vineyard-selection-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,TerraNoble
14,Red,Chile,"Nice and ripe, with expressive plum, cassis, tobacco and asphalt aromas. The mouthfeel and flavor profile are both fairly full, as cassis and plum notes run the show. For a basic Cabernet that qualifies as affordable, you get plenty for your money.",Reserva,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,TerraNoble
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Shows good complexity, marrying cherries, beets and herbs on the nose with some oak and hickory smoke on the finish. In between is a medium-weight, slightly creamy-textured Pinot with cherry and herb flavors—nice.",,35,87,Martinborough,,,StoneCutter 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecutter-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,StoneCutter
,White,France,"Full-bodied, but still well structured, this seems like it could age another few years. Its nutty, slightly buttery aromas are complemented by flavors of hazelnut, pineapple and lemon. According to Fairchild, this is from a single grower who bottles the rest of his production under his own label.",,44,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Prosper Maufoux 2002  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2002-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2002,Prosper Maufoux
,White,France,,Les Folatieres Premier Cru,72,87,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Prosper Maufoux 2002 Les Folatieres Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2002-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2002,Prosper Maufoux
,Rose,France,"Mainly Grenache, with some Syrah and Cinsault, this is a citrus- and berry-scented rosé with great appeal. Lime, strawberry and melon flavors pick up hints of chocolate on the medium-bodied palate. Develops some chalky minerality on the finish, adding grip and freshness.",Réserve Grand Veneur,12,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils 2005 Réserve Grand Veneur Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-alain-jaume-fils-2005-reserve-grand-veneur-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2005,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils
,Red,France,"Not a wine for the oak-averse, as it's slathered with cinnamon, vanilla and other baking spices from aging in special barriques. Exotic, but built on a solid foundation of cherry fruit. Drink now–2010.",Guy-Louis,24,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Tardieu-Laurent 2004 Guy-Louis Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2004-guy-louis-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Tardieu-Laurent
12.8,White,New Zealand,"This light-bodied Riesling offers hints of fresh limes and crushed stones on the nose, followed up by bright citrus flavors of lime and grapefruit. Tart and brisk on the finish, making it a mouthwatering apéritif.",,18,87,Waipara,,,Torlesse 2004 Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torlesse-2004-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2004,Torlesse
,Red,France,"A little light in body, but this is a charmer of a wine featuring fully ripe Grenache scents and flavors of cherries and apricots. Drink now.",Roulepierre,10,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Pierre Amadieu 2005 Roulepierre Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-amadieu-2005-roulepierre-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Pierre Amadieu
13,Red,France,"This light, fun wine starts off with aromas of bright, bouncy cherries and peaches. Then it continues that theme in the mouth, with crunchy fresh-fruit flavors of stone fruit, picking up some spice and mineral nuances on the finish. Drink now–2008.",Réserve,11,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Perrin & Fils 2004 Réserve Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2004-reserve-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Perrin & Fils
13,Red,France,"A blend of 50% Grenache and 50% Syrah, this bold, assertively fruity wine is still very primary, showing a floral, almost confected, bouquet of cherries and plums. Picks up hints of chocolate and spice on the solidly built palate, then adds a juicy squirt of acidity on the finish.",,15,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Perrin & Fils 2004 Grenache-Syrah (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2004-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-cotes-villages/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Perrin & Fils
14,White,South Africa,"Nice Chard fruit has just enough oak on the nose, leading to a smooth, creamy mouth with tropical and white stone fruits whetted with mint and oak. Despite the fruitiness, this is dry, with plenty of spicy oak on the finish. Imported by wine@34south.",Premium,19,87,Franschhoek,,,Môreson 2004 Premium Chardonnay (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-2004-premium-chardonnay-franschhoek/,Chardonnay,2004,Môreson
,Sparkling,France,"A fresh, light Champagne, that explodes with liveliness in the mouth. It is crisp, easy, but also has the green flavors that seem typical of the 2000 vintage.",L'Intemporelle Brut,69,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 2000 L'Intemporelle Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-2000-lintemporelle-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Mailly Grand Cru
,Red,Argentina,"Bright purple in color, a sure indicator that what's to come will be jammy and rich. The nose is all boysenberry and wood, with a hint of mineral. The palate is ultraripe but a bit clumsy and oversized. Not complex but very nice in a fruit-forward, knife-and-fork manner.",Reserva,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2004 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2004-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Nieto Senetiner
,Rose,France,"This biodynamically farmed property has turned out a crisp, refreshingly mineral rosé. Modest berry flavors provide some lushness, but this wine is more about rocks than fruit. Hints of chalky tannins give a dry, minerally feel to the texture. Drink now, although I could see this holding well for a couple of years.",,20,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Montirius 2005 Rosé (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2005-rose-vacqueyras/,Rosé,2005,Montirius
13.5,White,US,"So much fruit, so much acidity, such a nice PG. It's all about apples, peaches, limes and wildflowers, dry and delicious, and the most remarkable acidity for balance. This lusty wine is versatile with all sorts of different foods.",Terra d'Oro,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Montevina 2005 Terra d'Oro Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2005-terra-doro-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Montevina
14.5,White,South Africa,"Tokara's winemaker has crafted this full-bodied wine under his own label. It has plenty of flesh and orange and apricot flavors from Viognier, despite the other two-thirds being Chenin Blanc. But the real dominant force here is the oak, which the wine wears tightly wrapped, hiding the fruit character. Vanilla and spice hit the palate and continue through the finish, where alcohol warms things up.",Saskia,35,87,Coastal Region,,,Miles Mossop 2004 Saskia White (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miles-mossop-2004-saskia-white-coastal-region/,White Blend,2004,Miles Mossop
,Rose,France,"Pale rosé in color, with a hint of copper. Aromas are striking, like fresh apples and limes. Can a Rhône rosé be Riesling-ish? This one is certainly fresh and floral, ending on a peppery, herbal note. Crisp and dry.",Saint Pierre Aux Liens,,87,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Beaumont 2005 Saint Pierre Aux Liens Rosé (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaumont-2005-saint-pierre-aux-liens-rose-lirac/,Rosé,2005,Domaine Beaumont
,Red,New Zealand,"A mild disappointment from one of New Zealand's storied wineries, the 1999 Pinot Noir seems a touch overripe, with aromas and flavors of black cherries and plum pudding. A touch of alcoholic warmth shows up on the finish.",Amaranth,,87,Martinborough,,,Dry River 1999 Amaranth Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-1999-amaranth-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Dry River
,Red,France,"A bit lighter than the Vieilles Vignes bottling, but thisis still a very good rendition of Vacqueyras. Raspberry and strawberry notes mark the nose and palate, while the tannins are supple. Very drinkable, finishing with peppery spice. Drink now–2009.",Cuvée Tradition,13,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine le Colombier 2004 Cuvée Tradition Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-colombier-2004-cuvee-tradition-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine le Colombier
,Red,France,"The style here is of controlled rusticity; there's leather and spice but also a fair amount of fruit. In this case, it's dried fruit, but with good concentration, length and a velvety, fully ripe mouthfeel.",Cuvée Romanaise,12,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Fond Croze 2003 Cuvée Romanaise Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fond-croze-2003-cuvee-romanaise-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Fond Croze
13,Red,France,"Trapadis's basic Côtes-du-Rhône is a solid value pick year in and year out. The 2003 shows hints of sur-maturité in its aromas of stone fruit and almond; there's also a hint of orange peel. Dried cherry flavors glide on silky tannins, while it firms up and adds crispness on the finish, courtesy of the high proportion of Carignan. Drink now.",,14,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine du Trapadis 2003 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-trapadis-2003-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine du Trapadis
13.5,Red,France,"Known more its Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Domaine de la Janasse also makes a solid Côtes-du-Rhône. This vintage is loaded with rich, kirsch-like fruit on the nose, then adds in a creamy, supple texture and hints of spice in the mouth. Picks up traces of dark chocolate and slight bitterness on the finish.",,13,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Janasse 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-janasse-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Janasse
,Red,France,"This blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah is more structured than the Renaissance bottling. Starts with almond and smoke aromas, then features plenty of plum and blackberry fruit. A bit tough to warm up to, marked by firm tannins and crisp acidity on the finish.",Maréotis Saint-Maurice,33,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Viret 2004 Maréotis Saint-Maurice Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-viret-2004-mareotis-saint-maurice-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Viret
,Red,France,"A blend of 80% Grenache and the rest Syrah and Mourvèdre that matured in vat for close to two years, this is a tremendously spice-driven wine, offering plenty of clove and cinnamon aromatics. Yet it's also round and supple in the mouth, marked by cherry and leather flavors that form a solid base for the spicy complexities.",Renaissance Saint-Maurice,22,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Viret 2003 Renaissance Saint-Maurice Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-viret-2003-renaissance-saint-maurice-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Viret
14.2,Red,Argentina,"More lean and tight than bulky, with licorice, pepper and leather aromas. Compact in the mouth, with spice and cherry flavors leading into a peppery, drying finish. Balanced and more traditional than many modern, beefy, unidentifiable reds. Imported by 31 Degrees South Imports.",Gran,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gentile Collins 2002 Gran Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentile-collins-2002-gran-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2002,Gentile Collins
,Red,Chile,"Blackberry, mint, forest floor and a touch of oak create a nice aromatic whole. Plum and berry flavors are full and ripe, while the mouthfeel is round and commendable. This is a Merlot that touches all the bases.",The Southern Cone,10,87,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 The Southern Cone Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-southern-cone-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2005,Cono Sur
13,Rose,Australia,"A rose for the dinner table. This is a dry version—not superfruity, not sweet—with berry and orange peel aromas, and flavors of blackberry on the palate. The minerally texture is what drives this train.",Rosé,19,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2006 Rosé Nebbiolo (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2006-rose-nebbiolo-mclaren-vale/,Nebbiolo,2006,Coriole
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A Bordeaux-inspired blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec, this is a firmly structured wine that seems meant to age. Dark coffee and plum aromas are garnished with a dash of vanilla, while the flavors add tobacco to the mix. Finishes crisp and somewhat tannic, so hold 2–3 years and see what develops.",Old Olive Block,37,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Clearview 2004 Old Olive Block Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearview-2004-old-olive-block-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Clearview
,Red,US,"Very nice. Soft and gentle, with real class and polish. Shows refined cherry and mocha flavors with rich char and vanilla from new oak. Easy to drink, with some complexity.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Barrel 27 2004 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrel-27-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Barrel 27
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Deep, a touch rugged, and lively, with berry aromas accented by strong whiffs of citrus peel, especially lemon rind. Flavors of black raspberry and cassis are convincing, while the palate is textured, with smooth tannins and integrated acids. Balanced overall; one of this winery's best offerings to date.",Flores de Valle Melosa Azul,26,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gouguenheim Winery 2003 Flores de Valle Melosa Azul Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gouguenheim-winery-2003-flores-valle-melosa-azul-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Gouguenheim Winery
,Red,South Africa,"A deliciously juicy version of Pinotage, which starts with open aromas of plums and beetroot and follows with soft, ripe, sweet flavors. It flows generously over the earthy edge of Pinotage, and would be great with spicy food. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",L'Avenir,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Laroche 2004 L'Avenir Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2004-lavenir-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2004,Laroche
14.4,White,US,"A bit tough and tannic, but noble enough in structure, this Mendocino mountain Syrah has bold plum, blackberry, mocha and herb flavors, and is very dry. It scores high on the deliciousness factor, and is at its best now and for a year or two.",,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 2002 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2002-syrah-mendocino-58127/,Syrah,2002,Fife
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Young and lush, this wine has strong purple fruit flavors, aromas of creamy vanilla, lemony oak and leather, with moderate tannins and spice to support. Pinotage can age, but this comes across as forward and fruity, so the best bet is to enjoy it now. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,10,87,Stellenbosch,,,Zonnebloem 2004 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonnebloem-2004-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2004,Zonnebloem
12.5,Red,Portugal,"A great value in everyday table wine, Quinta da Cortezia's second label offers bright cherry fruit accented by just enough mineral and spice elements to keep you coming back for another sip. A slightly creamy texture is balanced by crisp acids on the finish. Drink now.",Vinha Conchas,8,87,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Cortezia 2004 Vinha Conchas Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-2004-vinha-conchas-red-estremadura/,Red Blend,2004,Quinta da Cortezia
,Sparkling,France,"Here's a real Champagne curiosity, wine made from six grape varieties. Apart from the usual three (Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier), there are Pinot Blanc, Petite Meslier and Arbanne, a variety that is almost extinct. All are permitted under Champagne rules. The Arbanne gives a very floral character to the wine, which is attractive and unlike any Champagne you will ever drink. With such ripeness, it tastes like it came from Carneros, rather than Champagne.",Cuvée des 6 Cépages,48,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Moutard Père et Fils 2002 Cuvée des 6 Cépages  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moutard-pere-fils-2002-cuvee-6-cepages-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Moutard Père et Fils
,Red,France,"From a parcel of old vines that used to be part of Domaine de Gramenon, this has high-toned cherry fruit and intricate layers of spicy complexity. Only some drying tannins on the finish hold it back. Drink now.",Les Hautes de Julien Vinsobres,45,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Perrin & Fils 2004 Les Hautes de Julien Vinsobres Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2004-hautes-julien-vinsobres-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Perrin & Fils
14,Red,New Zealand,"A well-extracted Pinot, with a dark color and relatively full mouthfeel, this is a step up from Matua's regular Pinot Noir offering. Plum fruit is garnished by vaguely floral notes as well as some vanilla and dried spices. It's supple and easy on the finish, so there's no point in waiting to drink this one.",Estate Series,20,87,Marlborough,,,Matua Valley 2004 Estate Series Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2004-estate-series-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Matua Valley
,Red,France,"Nicely balanced, with bright notes of raspberries and peppery spice playing off against darker flavors of chocolate and cassis. Easily approachable, with supple tannins that frame the fruit and provide support without overwhelming. Drink now–2011.",La Cuvée Tradition,19,87,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Moulin de la Gardette 2003 La Cuvée Tradition  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moulin-gardette-2003-cuvee-tradition-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Moulin de la Gardette
,White,US,"Here's an amusing white blend of Roussanne and Marsanne that's explosive in tropical fruit, vanilla and spice flavors. Good acidity keeps it crisp and clean.",Enchanté,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2004 Enchanté White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2004-enchante-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Andrew Murray
,Red,France,"Impressively ripe and fruit-driven, with scents and flavors of dried cherries and apricots buttressed by just enough spice and earth notes. Modest tannins on the finish suggest mid-term ageability; drink now–2012.",Tour de l'Isle,16,87,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,André Gras 2004 Tour de l'Isle  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-gras-2004-tour-lisle-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,André Gras
,Red,US,"Forward and jammy in blackberry, cherry, pomegranate and coffee flavors, this is certainly a rich, ripe wine, dry and balanced. As good as it is, this single-clone Pinot seems a bit one-dimensional.",Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 2A,45,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2004 Rancho Santa Rosa Clone 2A Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2004-rancho-santa-rosa-clone-2a-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foley
14.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is Foley's, and whether or not it's due to superior viticulture, this is the best of Flying Goat's current trio of Pinots. It has the acidity to balance the ultraripe, almost sweet, cherry pie filling and cocoa flavors. Still, the extreme heat of the vintage seems to have impacted the wine, which would benefit from greater delicacy.",Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Flying Goat Cellars 2004 Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-goat-cellars-2004-rancho-santa-rosa-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Flying Goat Cellars
,White,US,"Streamlined, with mineral, Mandarin orange and oak flavors. This pleasant Chard, from estate vineyards in the warm Sonoma Valley, is dry and balanced.",Reserve,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2003-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Kunde
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Starts off citrusy, but those notes are rounded out by ripe apple and melon flavors. This off-dry, round-in-the-mouth Pinot Gris then picks up subtle spice and pepper notes on the finish.",,19,87,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2005 Pinot Gris (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-kumeu/,Pinot Gris,2005,Kumeu River
,Sparkling,US,"All of Korbel's new sparklers are good values -- when are they not? But this rosé is particularly elegant and delicious. It's not just the strawberries, lemon zest, vanilla and yeasty dough flavors, which are tasty enough, it's the mouthfeel, which shows  real Champagne finesse and silkiness. This blend of Russian River Pinot Noir and Sangiovese, Chenin Blanc and Gamay from the Delta is addictively drinkable.",Brut Rosé,11,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-california-63164/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel
13,Red,France,"Reasonably priced for Gevrey, and this has plenty of Gevrey character as well, offering herbal, meaty, somewhat sauvage notes, firm structure and crisp berry and tea-leaf flavors. Give it another year or two and drink until 2015.",Vieilles Vignes,30,87,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Jean-Philippe Marchand 2004 Vieilles Vignes  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-philippe-marchand-2004-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2004,Jean-Philippe Marchand
13,White,New Zealand,"Now owned by Constellation Brands, but at least for the moment Kim Crawford is still the winemaker, and continuing to turn out fresh, fruit-driven, character-filled wines. Vibrant lime and papaya scents ease into flavors of melon, tropical fruit and a dash of citrus. Plump and easy to drink, with a touch of residual sugar.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2005 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2005,Kim Crawford
14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is from the warmer, eastern end of the appellation, yet this is still a dry, acidic, hard wine that's showing significant tannins. It's not offering a lot of pleasure now, although a rich steak will play well. A core of cherry-blackberry fruit suggests aging. Hold for a few years.",Rio Vista Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Hitching Post 2003 Rio Vista Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hitching-post-2003-rio-vista-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Hitching Post
,Red,Portugal,"Pato is the master of the broody grape that is Baga, the grape of the central coastal region of Bairrada and Beiras in Portugal. He tames the tannins, smooths the rough edges and makes a great, soft, generous wine. With flavors of yellow plums and thyme with good acidity, this ripe wine has a fine, razor-sharp streak of tannin holding it all together.",Casta Baga,9,87,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2003 Casta Baga Baga (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2003-casta-baga-portuguese-red-baga-beiras/,Baga,2003,Luis Pato
13.5,Red,US,"A new wine from Don Sebastiani & Sons, and it's off-beat and quite good. Dry, soft and interestingly complex, with cherry, mocha and spice flavors finished with a touch of raisins. Some of the grapes, which include Merlot, Petite Sirah and Syrah, come from Lodi.",,14,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Le Bon Vin de la Napa Valley 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bon-vin-napa-valley-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Le Bon Vin de la Napa Valley
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"From a region not generally known for Pinot Noir, Te Mata's version features herbal and mushroom accents balanced nicely by brighter berry flavors. Medium-bodied and supple, it picks up cocoa and cola notes on the finish.",Woodthorpe,25,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Mata 2004 Woodthorpe Pinot Noir (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-mata-2004-woodthorpe-pinot-noir-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Noir,2004,Te Mata
13,Red,Portugal,"This medium-bodied blend of Touriga Nacional (45%), Touriga Franca (35%) and Tinta Roriz (20%) lacks a bit of flesh, but you wouldn't call it lean, either. Instead, it's sinewy in texture and feel, with masses of blackberry and mulberry fruit upfront and dusty, slightly drying notes on the finish.",Reserva,26,87,Douro,,,Quinta de Roriz 2002 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-2002-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2002,Quinta de Roriz
13.5,White,US,"Bright and tart in green apple and pink grapefruit flavors that have high, puckery acidity, this Chard from the Sonoma side of the appellation is softened with the buttercream of oak and lees. Try with lemon chicken.",Heritage Reserve,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2004 Heritage Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2004-heritage-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Schug
14.6,Rose,US,"A very nice rosé, the kind that wineries should make more of. It's very dry and fruity, not a bomb, with subtle raspberry, tobacco, vanilla, spice and herb flavors, and a bright, crisp spine of acidity for balance.",Syrah Rosé,16,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2005 Syrah Rosé Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2005-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2005,Eberle
,White,France,"This 100% Viognier is a slightly floral, easy-to-drink apéritif. Pear and spice notes dominate, and there's plenty of body, but the acidity is still quite fresh. Drink now.",Jeunes Vignes,17,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Saint Esteve d'Uchaux 2005 Jeunes Vignes Viognier (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-esteve-duchaux-2005-jeunes-vignes-viognier-cotes/,Viognier,2005,Château Saint Esteve d'Uchaux
,Red,France,"Richly fruity and forward, this hints at sur-maturité, with its notes of cherry and apricot layered over dark berry flavors. Seems to be destined for relatively early consumption, but isn't a total fruit bomb thanks to some dusty tannins on the finish.",,20,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Michelas St Jemm 2005  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michelas-st-jemm-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2005,Domaine Michelas St Jemm
13.5,Red,France,"This blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah features a wonderfully pure nose of ripe fruit. Black cherry and plum flavors continue this theme, washing across the palate with a lushly textured feel. Finishes reasonably long, picking up some spice notes. Drink now.",Roc-Epine,9,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Lafond 2004 Roc-Epine Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2004-roc-epine-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Lafond
,Red,France,"Coffee, leather and spice aromas are nicely balanced on the palate by raspberry fruit. Clamps down a bit on the finish with some firm tannins that need 2-3 years to resolve. Not available in the U.S.",Traditionnelle,20,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine la Garrigue 2003 Traditionnelle Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-garrigue-2003-traditionnelle-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine la Garrigue
13.5,Red,Spain,"Full and toasty, with roasted fruit, meat and leather on the ripe, robust bouquet. Blackberry and plum flavors are good, and the mouthfeel is manly if a bit tannic. Undoubtedly a warm-vintage wine with size but not a ton of depth. Drink now.",,25,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Condado de Haza 2003  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condado-haza-2003-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Condado de Haza
,White,US,"Light and lemony, this graceful wine shows an elegant, northern Italian personality rather than the meaty, fleshy style more often found in Oregon Pinot Gris. Pear drop scents and fresh pear flavors dominate the entry, and at this price deliver plenty of clean flavor. Mostly estate-grown fruit, with an average yield of just over two tons per acre, the wine's moderate alcohol levels and firm acids make it a perfect match for shellfish, pasta in cream sauce and herb-infused poultry. 16,000 cases available.",,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Duck Pond 2005 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Duck Pond
,Red,France,"It's an unusual blend of 75% Grenache (typical) and 25% Mourvèdre (atypical), which may account for some of its individuality. There's some cola and treebark murkiness to the aromas, but then the Grenache shines through on the palate, adding bright raspberry notes and a creamy texture. Supple and maybe a little delicate, but pretty. Drink now.",,,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de Fontavin 2004 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fontavin-2004-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Fontavin
,Red,France,"A distinct step up from the domaine's regular cuvée, Les Rabasses boasts a richly fruity bouquet of superripe Grenache fruit. Raspberry, peach and apricot notes cascade over the palate, framed by supple tannins. Drink now–2010.",Les Rabasses,22,87,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Domaine de Deurre 2004 Les Rabasses Grenache (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-deurre-2004-rabasses-grenache-vinsobres/,Grenache,2004,Domaine de Deurre
14,Red,France,"A luxury cuvée aged in oak, this is a rather mature wine, browning at the edges, yet still offering plenty of interest. Dates, tobacco and slightly horsey elements give it a fair degree of complexity, while time has softened any rough edges, leaving it smooth and velvety on the finish.",Cuvée Mazurka,20,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine A. Mazurd & Fils 1995 Cuvée Mazurka Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-mazurd-fils-1995-cuvee-mazurka-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1995,Domaine A. Mazurd & Fils
13.5,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo-dominated red (it includes 25% Graciano) is oaky and drying, with cinnamon and basic red-fruit aromas on the bouquet. The palate is tannic and solid, with raspberry, plum and spice. Turns increasingly oaky toward the end, with a rush of butter. Round and generally well balanced, yet nothing out of the ordinary.",Reserva,60,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Delius 2001 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delius-2001-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Delius
,White,France,"Reflecting the house style, this Delas white is spare and minerally, a bit austere but crisp and clean. There's a spicy note to this one that elevates it above Delas' Crozes or basic Côtes-du-Rhône.",Les Challeys,,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Delas Frères 2004 Les Challeys  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2004-challeys-white-saint-joseph/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Delas Frères
5,Sparkling,Italy,"The best sweet wine for informal sipping on a hot summer day is Piedmont's Moscato d'Asti, and this version embodies all the stone fruit, floral and musky lavender aromas you should expect; foamy and creamy in the mouth, with a good level of crispness.",Piccole Gioie,17,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Ghione 2005 Piccole Gioie  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghione-2005-piccole-gioie-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2005,Ghione
13,White,France,"Yes, there are bargains to be had in white Burgundy, especially in the Mâcon region. Saint-Véran is close to Pouilly-Fuissé, with whose wines it shares some of the attractive mineral character. This wine, from Georges Duboeuf, is a partner to some of his Beaujolais, with the same flower presentation bottleas well as open, fresh fruit. Red apple and white fruit flavors, a touch of minerality, and a light, gentle aftertaste. This is easy, drinkable Chardonnay. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",,11,87,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Georges Duboeuf 2004  Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2004-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2004,Georges Duboeuf
13.9,White,US,"Shows real cool-climate character in the brisk acidity that titillates the mouth  and the bright, pure kiwi, lime and pineapple flavors, which are enriched with smoky oak. Could have greater depth, but it has plenty of upscale qualities.",,19,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2004 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Gainey
13,White,Australia,"Has a creamy quality on the palate due to its 12 months on lees, but it's still a light-handed, delicately styled wine. Peach and pear nuances are at its core. Doesn't shout; it whispers.",Seven Scenes,30,87,Queensland,Queensland,,Sirromet 2002 Seven Scenes Chardonnay (Queensland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sirromet-2002-seven-scenes-chardonnay-queensland/,Chardonnay,2002,Sirromet
13.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky like BBQ, with dried fruits, leather and heat. Maybe a bit too exuberant in how it hits the palate; the fruit is a touch tangy and clipped, while the tannins are persistent if anything. A touchy, prickly wine that will do well with grilled meats.",Grand Reserva,105,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 1999 Grand Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-1999-grand-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,1999,Matarromera
14.5,Red,US,"Very aromatic, with scents of violets, ripe cherries, chocolate wintergreen mints and smoky oak. This wine is polished and dry. It has a rich acid-tannin balance that calls for a nice barbecued steak.",Estate,36,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2003 Estate Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2003-estate-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2003,Sunstone
,White,France,"This should be a star in the lineup, but for whatever reason, on this day it was merely very good. Treated to 100% new oak, it comes off as a bit caramelly, with smoky, toasted nut notes that partially mask big tropical fruit.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,72,87,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Prosper Maufoux 2003 Les Folatières Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2003-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Prosper Maufoux
12.9,Red,France,"Better than two years ago, and it may improve still more in the next couple of years. Meat and clove scents mark the bouquet, while the flavors nicely balance herbs and cherries. Beginning to soften and mature, but should still have 5-plus years ahead of it.",Domaine de Thalabert,34,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2001 Domaine de Thalabert  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2001-domaine-thalabert-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2001,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Red,South Africa,"A big, dry style of Cabernet, more going towards dusty tannins and black currants. It is serious, likely to age well, with a firm hold on the structure of Cabernet.",,15,87,Coastal Region,,,Pine Crest 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-crest-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Pine Crest
14,Red,Chile,"All of the 2005 Cono Sur entry-level wines are showing nicely, including this Cabernet. The nose is fairly floral and touched up by lavender, while the palate is racy and defined by zesty red fruit. It's kind of a throwback in that it emphasizes light fruit and acidity over oak and heft.",The Southern Cone,10,87,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2005 The Southern Cone Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2005-southern-cone-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Cono Sur
13.4,Red,Argentina,"From the Altos Las Hormigas gang comes this Bonarda that hits with more power than precision, yet in the long run it makes the grade as a fun wine with plenty to offer. The nose is full of dark fruit, coffee, vanilla and marzipan, while the palate and finish are equally fruity and forward. The perfect red for burgers.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Colonia Las Liebres 2005 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colonia-las-liebres-2005-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2005,Colonia Las Liebres
13,White,France,"Yes, there are bargains to be had in white Burgundy, at least in the Mâcon region and especially in a good vintage such as 2005. Saint-Véran is close to Pouilly-Fuissé, with whose wines it shares some of the attractive mineral character. This wine, from Georges Duboeuf, is a partner to some of his Beaujolais, with the same flower presentation bottle, and the same open, fresh fruit. This 2005 is full, rounded, with pear and fresh green fruit flavors. This is easy, drinkable Chardonnay, which will develop over the next year.",,12,87,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Georges Duboeuf 2005  Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2005-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2005,Georges Duboeuf
14.6,Red,US,"Postcard Paso Syrah, big and exuberantly ripe in blackberry, chocolate and licorice flavors and exotic spices. It's soft in acids, with dusty, fine tannins that provide good grip and structure. Made with grapes from the east and west sides.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,La Filice 2003 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filice-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,La Filice
14,White,Chile,"Fresh pear and a touch of oak grace the nose, followed by a crisp, generally well-balanced palate that's toting punchy white-fruit flavors and noticeable oak. A very nice Chilean Chardonnay with snap.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,10,87,Casablanca Valley,,,San Pedro 2005 Castillo de Molina Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2005-castillo-molina-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,San Pedro
,White,France,"Toasty and oaky, this is a ripe, full-bodied white that still retains enough minerality and spice to give it some individuality. Drink now–2010.",Le Lombard,50,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Yves Cuilleron 2005 Le Lombard  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yves-cuilleron-2005-le-lombard-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2005,Yves Cuilleron
,Red,New Zealand,"Starts with attractive cola and herb shadings, then adds superripe flavors of black cherries and plums. Yet for all the ripe-seeming fruit, there's also a tart edge to the finish.",,,87,Marlborough,,,Wither Hills 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wither-hills-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Wither Hills
14,White,New Zealand,"Grove Mill's upper-tier Sauvignon is aggressively pungent and herbaceous, with gooseberry aromas and flavors tying it all together. This medium-bodied wine is more impressive for its concentration, power and length than for its charm or complexity, but it could work exceptionally well with the right foods—perhaps cod braised with tomatoes and onions.",17 Valley Reserve,22,87,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2005 17 Valley Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2005-17-valley-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Grove Mill
,Red,US,"This is a 50/50 Cab/Merlot blend, all from Pepper Bridge vineyard. It tastes young and a bit dilute; there is an impression of herb and mushroom on the finish, but not enough overall punch to merit a higher score.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Hightower 2003 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2003-pepper-bridge-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Hightower
14.2,Red,US,"Ripe, soft and juicy. An uncomplicated wine that nonetheless shows a good deal of sophistication and style. It has cherry, blackberry, anise and oak flavors, with rich tannins.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2003 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2003-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2003,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,France,"Doesn't have nearly the spice and haunting aromatics as Signac's Cuvée Terra Amata, but this is still a smooth, supple, easy-to-drink Chusclan. Creamy   textured, with flavors of plum and spice and good persistence on the palate.",Tradition Chusclan,16,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château Signac 2004 Tradition Chusclan Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-signac-2004-tradition-chusclan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château Signac
,White,France,"As the regulations for Côtes-du-Rhône Villages require a blend of varieties, this is 99% Viognier, says owner Marc Français. It's floral, honeysuckle-scented stuff, with a rich, weighty mouthfeel but still adequate acidity for balance. A slight pithy bitterness creeps in on the finish, but this is still a very good wine.",Vionysos,22,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Château Saint Esteve d'Uchaux 2004 Vionysos Viognier (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-esteve-duchaux-2004-vionysos-viognier-cotes-villages/,Viognier,2004,Château Saint Esteve d'Uchaux
14.5,Red,US,"Located on the southern edge of the appellation, practically within sight of the office towers of San Francisco, this wine has very ripe fruit. The baked cherry pie filling flavor is a little one-dimensional, but it's a delicious dimension. Finishes nicely dry and spicy.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Longfellow 2003 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longfellow-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Longfellow
13.5,Red,France,"This blend is 50-50 Grenache and Syrah, boasting a complex bouquet that encompasses scents of leather, prune and meat, all of which make it a dark and stewy wine. Still, it has a nicely supple—verging on creamy—texture and some chewy tannins on the finish that give it welcome grip.",Les Ribières Chusclan,15,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Les Vignerons de Chusclan 2003 Les Ribières Chusclan Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-chusclan-2003-ribieres-chusclan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Les Vignerons de Chusclan
14.6,Red,US,"Seems softer than you expect from this appellation, but there's no denying the delicious cherry pie, raspberry tart, mocha and vanilla bean flavors that swirl to a spicy finish. Fully dry, the wine is silky and fine.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ortman Family 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ortman Family
14,Red,South Africa,"Tasted in a flight with other 2003 Stellenbosch Cabs, this wine stood out due to its higher acidity which lifted the flavors of cassis and blackberry. Unfined and unfiltered.",,28,87,Stellenbosch,,,One Stroke One 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-stroke-one-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,One Stroke One
,Red,US,"Very light, showing strawberry and raspberry fruit, but with little weight or extract. The oak is managed a bit better here than with the Columbia Valley wine, so it feels less imbalanced. But the fruit is less substantial, so it's pretty much a wash between the two bottlings.",,60,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Northstar 2003 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2003,Northstar
,Rose,France,"Produced from 100% Grenache, this is a citrusy, refreshing rosé that's aged in old barrels. Floral and berryish aromas mark the bouquet, while the flavors run toward lime and mineral. Juicy berry notes star on the mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",Les 4 Saisons Rosé Grenache,,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan,,Domaine de Coste Chaude 2005 Les 4 Saisons Rosé Grenache Rosé (Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coste-chaude-2005-4-saisons-rose-visan-grenache-cotes-villages/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de Coste Chaude
,Red,France,"From the co-op in Estézargues, this cuvée boasts an elegant bouquet of smoke and blueberries. Less lush and intense than some other recent vintages (most notably the yet-to-be-released 2005), it still boasts crisp, well-defined flavors and good length.",Vieilles Vignes,10,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine d'Andezon 2004 Vieilles Vignes Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dandezon-2004-vieilles-vignes-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine d'Andezon
,White,France,"This 100% Viognier is fermented part in barrel and part in vat, yielding a spicy, fresh and floral bouquet that reflects its varietal character. Medium-bodied, it has a healthy sense of minerality to go with its spice and stone fruit flavors.",Les Clavelles,20,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Brusset 2005 Les Clavelles Viognier (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-brusset-2005-clavelles-viognier-cotes/,Viognier,2005,Domaine Brusset
,Red,France,"Very ripe-smelling, but without going over the edge into overripeness. There's plenty of cassis and blackberry flavor, not a lot of spice or complexity, but lovely, mouthfilling fruit. Supple and easy to drink now and over the next few years.",Les Pierrelles,27,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Belle 2004 Les Pierrelles  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-belle-2004-pierrelles-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Belle
,Red,France,"Starts with scents of exotic spices, then adds full, rounded flavors of dried fruit and a rich, velvety mouthfeel. Packed with tannins, but they're soft and ripe; try in 1–2 years.",,15,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Saint Siffrein 2005 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-siffrein-2005-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Saint Siffrein
,Red,France,Starts with mixed berries and pepper and stays true to that motif from start through the finish. It's medium-bodied; charming rather than muscular. Drink now.,,20,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Roland Betton 2004  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roland-betton-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Roland Betton
,Red,France,"This blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah starts off a bit slow, with hints of cabbage on the nose, but boasts a lovely creamy mouthfeel and bold cherry flavors. Finishes strong, loaded with spice and herbes de Provence.",Les Arbousiers,,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine la Remejeanne 2004 Les Arbousiers Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remejeanne-2004-arbousiers-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine la Remejeanne
14,Red,Chile,"A nice, simple, easy to handle Cabernet is what you're getting here. Root beer, blackberry and spice aromas work the nose, followed by slightly medicinal but generally big and bold black-fruit flavors. Generally speaking, this is a very good everyday Cab that won't hurt the wallet.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,10,87,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2005 Castillo de Molina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2005-castillo-molina-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,San Pedro
13.5,Red,US,"Soft and seductively fruity, this is a good Cab to drink now, although it will hang in there for a decade. It has forward flavors of cherry pie and blackberry jam, and a fine, elegant structure.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Clos du Val
13.5,Red,Spain,"Light raspberry along with charred wood carries the modest nose. Additional raspberry flavors blend with sweeter strawberry tastes to create a mildly creamy, easygoing palate. Finishes fairly buttery, with toast and popcorn notes. An attempt at a major-league wine that is semi-successful.",Reserve,28,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Darien 2001 Reserve  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darien-2001-reserve-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Darien
,Red,France,"This is a straightforward, easy-to-drink Saint-Joseph that leans toward the darker side of the Syrah spectrum. Black cherry and plum notes hint at tar and espresso. Although there's not much peppery spice, this is still a rich mouthful of northern Rhône Syrah.",Les Hauts,36,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine du Château Vieux 2004 Les Hauts  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chateau-vieux-2004-hauts-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine du Château Vieux
12.5,White,Spain,"Here's an uncomplicated but positive white wine that relies on the modest Viura grape. In its favor you'll find pear and vanilla aromas along with exact lemon, orange and mineral flavors. Exceedingly fresh and easy, with a clean style. And at this price it can double as the perfect base wine for white sangria.",Solaz Blanco,8,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Osborne 2005 Solaz Blanco Viura (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-2005-solaz-blanco-spanish-white-viura-vino-tierra-castilla/,Viura,2005,Osborne
12,Sparkling,France,"A very soft wine, dominated by a creamy character and fresh acidity. Very lively, very light, great as an apéritif.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,60,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier 1998 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-1998-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Pannier
13.5,White,Australia,"A full, weighty Chard, but one that doesn't come across as clumsy. It smells like almonds and olive oil, and tastes like white peaches layered with hay and herb.",Promised Land Unwooded,13,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Wakefield 2005 Promised Land Unwooded Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2005-promised-land-unwooded-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2005,Wakefield
,Rose,France,"Pale in color, tending toward copper, with a bright, fruit-driven bouquet of fresh limes and strawberries. Sounds promising? You bet. Then it turns a bit heavy and syrupy on the palate, picking up chalky notes on the finish. Solid, and the extracted style will appeal more to some tasters than others.",Clos de Sixte,23,86,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils 2004 Clos de Sixte Rosé (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-alain-jaume-fils-2004-clos-sixte-rose-lirac/,Rosé,2004,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils
,Red,France,"A well-made, mid-level Gigondas, the 2004 La Combe des Marchands boasts aromas of leather, red fruits and spice, and attractively balanced alcohol and tannins. Medium-bodied, it does show some youthful astringency on the finish. Drink from 2007–2012.",La Combe des Marchands,,86,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Grandes Serres 2004 La Combe des Marchands  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandes-serres-2004-combe-marchands-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Grandes Serres
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"The 2004 vintage wasn't all that kind to many Pinot Noir producers at the northern end of NZ's South Island. Neudorf's 2004 Nelson bottling shows some herbal, beet-like notes on the nose, and the tannins and acids both have a slightly green edge to them. Still, there's ample cherry fruit and some mushroomy complexity to round it out.",,30,86,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2004 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2004-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2004,Neudorf
,Red,France,"A bit of matchstick on the nose, but that should clear up in time, and there's ample cherry fruit waiting to emerge. Earthy, chestnut notes add a subtle note of complexity, while the tannins are a bit dusty rather than completely supple. Drink 2007–2010.",Beaumes-de-Venise,,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de la Brune 2004 Beaumes-de-Venise Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-brune-2004-beaumes-venise-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Brune
,Red,France,"When Jean-Luc Thunevin, master garagiste and creator of Saint-Emilion Château Valandraud, gets his hands on making a branded Bordeaux wine, it's worth taking notice. And this Merlot-dominated wine, distributed jointly with Bordeaux négociant Calvet, is the sort of wine that simple Bordeaux should taste like. It is smooth, ripe, concentrated, packed with red berries and attractive, forward fruit flavors, and yet with just the right layer of tannin to make a fine food partner. There is nothing complicated—leave that to the grand châteaux. This is just a great drink.",Présidial,12,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Domaine Calvet-Thunevin 2004 Présidial  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-calvet-thunevin-2004-presidial-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Calvet-Thunevin
,Red,France,"Features ripe aromas of coffee and mixed berries, then showcases powerful tannins on the palate that start creamy but turn chewy and finally drying on the finish. Too much structure in the end? Drink now with tannin-taming foods, or cross your fingers and try again after 2010.",,21,86,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine la Roubine 2004 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roubine-2004-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine la Roubine
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Made in a mouthwatering, brisk style, this Chardonnay emphasizes the citrusy side of the grape, weaving in modest apple and biscuit notes. Medium-bodied, it turns crisp and lemony on the finish.",Saint Arnaud's Vineyard Reserve,20,85,Marlborough,,,Gravitas 2004 Saint Arnaud's Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gravitas-2004-saint-arnauds-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Gravitas
16,Red,US,"Nice and fruity, with wild berry, spice, tobacco, pepper and coffee flavors wrapped into fine, silky tannins. The wine is entirely dry. It's a bit prickly due to 16% alcohol, but feels balanced.",Steinbeck Vineyard,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2004 Steinbeck Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2004-steinbeck-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Eberle
13.5,Red,US,"How Fetzer can produce 300,000 cases of this wine, at this price, is a testament to the fine art of blending. This is a smooth, polished, dry Merlot with cherry, vanilla and spice flavors. It's easy to drink and is a nice everyday or party type wine.",Valley Oaks,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Valley Oaks Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-valley-oaks-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Fetzer
,White,France,"The character of the 2004 vintage gives this wine a sense of freshness and bright acidity that's not shared by the whites from 2005, but it's also less ripe and unctuous in texture, with higher acidity and understated fruit. A pleasant, relatively neutral white.",,19,85,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château le Devoy Martine 2005 White (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-devoy-martine-2005-white-lirac/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Château le Devoy Martine
,Red,France,"There's a strong burnt matchstick component to this wine, which makes it difficult to pick out individual scents or flavors. There's good weight and structure, so try a lengthy decant or a few years' of cellaring.",Les Combaud,22,85,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine de Fauterie 2003 Les Combaud  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fauterie-2003-combaud-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,Domaine de Fauterie
,White,France,"A relatively light-bodied Lirac blanc that comes across as crisp and clean. Simple and citrusy, it lacks the ripeness and expansive mouthfeel of the best examples. Would be fine as an apéritif.",Saint Pierre Aux Liens,,85,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Beaumont 2005 Saint Pierre Aux Liens White (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaumont-2005-saint-pierre-aux-liens-white-lirac/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine Beaumont
,Red,France,"From a single very old parcel of Grenache, this seems a touch overripe. Despite Philippe Viret's admonition that this wine develops a lot of mineral with age, at this stage I found it raisiny and chocolaty; a good chunky wine, but not particularly stylish.",Les Colonnades Saint-Maurice,36,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Viret 2003 Les Colonnades Saint-Maurice Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-viret-2003-colonnades-saint-maurice-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Viret
12.5,Rose,US,"Rosés make sense for barbecues and the beach. This Grenache-Syrah blend is a pleasant sipper at a decent price. It's dry, crisp and delicate, with subtle raspberry, cherry, herb and vanilla flavors.",Pink-Throated Brilliant,14,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2005 Pink-Throated Brilliant Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2005-pink-throated-brilliant-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2005,Clos La Chance
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very attractive Sangiovese that is elegant without being too thin, and intense without being too powerful. The nose is ripe with aromas of forest berry, pressed violet flowers and spice (the wine is aged in oak barrels for six months). But what makes itparticularly well suited to informal foods is its acidity, which cleanses the palate and leaves an almost menthol-like freshness in the mouth. Those qualities help give the wine a tasty, long finish as well.",Conti Contini,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capezzana 2004 Conti Contini Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2004-conti-contini-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2004,Capezzana
,Red,France,"This cuvée is meant to be a step up from the regular Crozes-Hermitage, but in 2004 it's different but not really any better. Subdued oaky spice and prune notes on the nose; it is softer and rounder than the regular cuvée, finishing with a burst of pepper and acidity.",Fine Fleur de Crozes,17,85,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2004 Fine Fleur de Crozes  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2004-fine-fleur-crozes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Cave de Tain
13,Red,US,"Dry and simple, but clean, crisp and balanced. This has a light-bodied elegance, with silky tannins and cherry, green olive and herb flavors. Try with grilled flank steak or bacon-wrapped pork.",Reserve,20,85,California,California Other,California,Castoro Cellars 2004 Reserve Tempranillo (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-reserve-tempranillo-other/,Tempranillo,2004,Castoro Cellars
13,White,South Africa,"Light gold, this has a touch of oak to the nose, adding sweetness to aromas of tropical fruit. Rounder and fuller than unoaked Chenins, with a touch of sweetness from the oak, this nevertheless has good acidity propping up yellow fruit flavors touched with spice.",Premium Select,12,85,Western Cape,,,Matuba 2004 Premium Select Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matuba-2004-premium-select-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Matuba
14,Red,Argentina,"Ripe, with leather, balsamic and prune aromas. Saturated in the mouth, but ultimately it's narrow in scope. On the finish, creamy oak rises up to leave butter and resin flavors. A fairly big wine with ample barrel influence.",Alto Lunlunta Vineyard,20,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Faustina 2002 Alto Lunlunta Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-faustina-2002-alto-lunlunta-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Santa Faustina
13.8,White,US,"Clean and zippy, with good acidity framing pretty lemongrass, pineapple, apricot and spicy flavors. Has just a touch of creaminess from brief barrel aging.",,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sterling
13.8,White,US,"Dry, crisp and food-friendly, with grapefruit, lime zest and melon flavors accompanied by quite a bit of acidity. Shows strong Sauvignon character in a clean, bright package.",Feliz Vineyard,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2005 Feliz Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2005-feliz-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Brutocao
13,White,New Zealand,"A bit of a letdown for Seresin, but this was a difficult vintage, and we received the samples late in the cycle, when they could have been fresher. It's still a solid Sauvignon, with classic flavors of capsicum and passion fruit, just not at the level we've come to expect from this estate. Given a choice, go for the 2005.",,20,85,Marlborough,,,Seresin 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seresin-2004-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Seresin
13.9,Red,Australia,"From McLaren Vale's Davey family, this wine smells nice—fresh herb, fireplace, red fruit—and offers plum and black olive flavors on the palate. Soft and approachable in terms of feel; with such savory accents, this one is probably best enjoyed with dinner.",Red,10,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Screwed 2004 Red Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screwed-2004-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2004,Screwed
13,Red,Australia,"It's something to get a Yarra-appellation wine at a price like this. Smells quite nice, with hints of orange peel and burnt sugar dressing up sturdy red fruit. On the palate, tealike tannins put the wine's cherry fruit in the back seat. Lean and almost tart, with tea and lemon notes on the finish.",,10,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Silverwing 2004 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverwing-2004-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Silverwing
7.5,Dessert,Italy,You get the peach and floral aromas you expect from the aromatic Moscato grape with an added layer of minerality that lessens some of the sweetness in the mouth.,Moscato Dolce,11,85,Piedmont,Asti,,Zonin NV Moscato Dolce Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-moscato-dolce-muscat-moscato-asti/,Moscato,,Zonin
,Sparkling,France,"With its aromas of fresh hay, this is strangely mature for such a young wine. It seems to already have reached the toast and butter stage, leaving most of its fresh fruit behind. It's drinkable, but won't keep.",Demoiselle Brut,100,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 2000 Demoiselle Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-2000-demoiselle-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Vranken
,Sparkling,France,"A very soft, creamy wine that seems to miss the fruit flavors, but still delivers an attractive if somewhat unfocused taste. Drink now.",Diamant Rosé,135,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 1998 Diamant Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-1998-diamant-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Vranken
13,Red,Spain,"An organic wine with brushy aromas of tobacco, bramble and berry. Fairly true and full in the mouth, with a note of raisin to the black cherry and plum flavors. Gets better with time but always seems a bit grassy.",Crianza Organic,17,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Mutuo 2001 Crianza Organic  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutuo-2001-crianza-organic-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Mutuo
,White,France,,Muscat Sec,,85,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays de Vaucluse,,Muscat de B. 2005 Muscat Sec Muscat (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscat-b-2005-sec-vin-pays-vaucluse/,Muscat,2005,Muscat de B.
14,White,US,"The winemaker says the grapes come from Santa Barbara, although it doesn't say that on the label, but the wine certainly is bright, clean and crisp in cool-climate acidity. Flavors of limes, green apples and spice finish a bit thin.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,White Truck 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-truck-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,White Truck
,Red,US,"Foley's second wine, this is partly from their Santa Rita Hills estate and partly from the new Solomon Hills vineyard, in Santa Maria. It's a fine, dry Pinot, with bitter cherry, unsweetened cocoa, cola and subtle herb and spice flavors.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lincourt 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lincourt
14,Red,Spain,"Fairly deep and dark, with ripe plum and blackberry aromas. Transitions to meaty black cherry and plum flavors, which are followed by a round finish accented by chocolate and mocha. Medium to full-bodied; good value in basic red wine.",,7,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Penascal 2004 Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Shiraz,2004,Penascal
13,White,US,"Clean as a whistle, brisk in acidity, and tangy in citrus flavors, this county wine satisfies at a fair price. It finishes extremely dry, with a flourish of spice.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kenwood
,Red,France,"This domaine's home territory is Vacqueyras, and its 2004 Gigondas shows some ultraripe pruny notes accented by dried spices. Not that lively, with dried fruit flavors dominating. Drink now.",,30,85,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Montirius 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Montirius
14.5,White,Argentina,"Floral and sweet, but not that light or ethereal. At 14.5% this represents the heavy, seriously ripe side of Torrontès. Flavors of pineapple and nectarine are borderline oily, while the finish toes the line of being aggressive. Flavorful but a rumbler. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Premium,13,85,Other,Salta,,Alta Vista 2005 Premium Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2005-premium-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2005,Alta Vista
,Red,France,"Starts with seemingly supple leather and cherry notes, but they build to powerful tannins on the finish. A bit too drying to be completely balanced, but the tannins would cut nicely through a fatty steak. Drink now.",Vieux Clocher,,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Arnoux & Fils 2003 Vieux Clocher Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2003-vieux-clocher-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Arnoux & Fils
,White,US,"A little heavy, soft and sweet for a white wine, but appeals for its exotically rich tropical fruit, floral spice and butterscotch flavors.",,25,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Andrew Murray 2005 Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2005-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2005,Andrew Murray
13.5,Red,Italy,"Stay-at-home pasta or pizza dinners call out for a simple but solid Chianti, and Monrosso fits the bill beautifully. The ruby-colored wine (80 percent Sangiovese with smaller components of Canaiolo and Merlot) is fermented in steel and aged six months in oak casks for fresh, fruit-forward results. It is redolent of cherry, plum, milk chocolate and has distant hints of spice and licorice. Its lightweight consistency and subtle tannins make it an excellent, no-brainer match for most foods.",Monrosso,10,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Castello di Monsanto 2005 Monrosso  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2005-monrosso-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2005,Castello di Monsanto
,White,US,"A few years back, veteran winemaker Dave Crippen decided to pick his Viognier earlier. “I learned from Jed Steele that my wines need acidity to get away from overripeness and flabbiness,” he says. That lesson shows in this crisp wine, where the tanginess offsets the slightly sweet Meyer lemon, green apple, peach and peppery spice flavors. Most of the grapes were grown at the well-regarded Mohr Fry Ranches, in Lodi, with a little Sèmillon from Amador. The brand is from Renwood.",,10,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Santino 2005 Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santino-2005-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2005,Santino
14,White,New Zealand,"Thornbury's 2005 Sauvignon is rather tropical in style, with ripe fruit flavors enlivened by healthy doses of herb and citrus notes. It's plump and medium-bodied, finishing with a touch of easy-to-drink softness.",,17,86,Marlborough,,,Thornbury 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornbury-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Thornbury
14,Red,New Zealand,"Smells fruitier than it tastes, with scents of cherries and berries that give way to earthier, more beet-like flavors. Reasonably full-bodied and ripe, finishing with tangy acids.",,24,86,Marlborough,,,Thornbury 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornbury-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Thornbury
14,Red,Portugal,"For a wine from warm Estremadura, this is a rather bright wine, marked by red cherries and sandalwood. Touches of dry oak and cocoa emerge on the finish.",Reserve,16,86,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Cortezia 2004 Reserve Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-2004-reserve-red-estremadura/,Red Blend,2004,Quinta da Cortezia
13,White,New Zealand,"On the grassy, leaner side of the New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc spectrum, with grapefruit aromas accented by pungent, herbal scents. Despite the citrus and herb flavors, it's actually a bit weightier than many Marlborough Sauvignons, yet finishes clean and fresh.",Woodthorpe,18,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Mata 2005 Woodthorpe Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-mata-2005-woodthorpe-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Te Mata
13.5,Red,France,"Young, fresh and grapy, this is a bouncy, easy-to-drink wine with plenty of fruit. Black cherry, berry and plum flavors finish crisp and not too tannic. You could even serve this with a slight chill on it.",Parallèle 45,12,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2005 Parallèle 45 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2005-parallele-45-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
15.4,Red,US,"Keefer Ranch has been the source of great Pinots from Failla, Flowers, Tandem and others. This bottling is enormously ripe and forward in vanilla-accented cherry pie filling, cola and root beer flavors, with a good amount of toasty oak. It's a bit soft and sweet.",Keefer Ranch,42,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Londer 2004 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/londer-2004-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Londer
14,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and condensed to start with, but ultimately the nose checks in as unexpressive. Intense in the mouth but limited in its depth and scope. There's blackberry early and mocha late, but the feel is hard. Quite tannic and unyielding. It's one-third each Cabernet, Malbec and Merlot. Imported by Winebow.",Don Nicanor,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2003 Don Nicanor Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2003-don-nicanor-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Nieto Senetiner
,Red,France,"Although La Cabotte's basic Côtes-du-Rhône left me unmoved, this cuvée is worth commenting on. It's impressively dark in color, and marked by floral aromas that reflect it's relatively large proportion (65%) of Syrah. Yet it's also a bit tough and unyielding on the palate, making me wonder about its future evolution.",Gabriel,14,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine la Cabotte 2004 Gabriel Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cabotte-2004-gabriel-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine la Cabotte
,White,France,"This 100% Viognier can't tout that fact on the label, nor does it flaunt it on the nose, which shows apricot and pear notes but not the bold, floral aromas of the variety. On the palate, it's medium-bodied, with warm stone fruit flavors and a touch of spice on the finish.",Cuvée Analys,12,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Fond Croze 2005 Cuvée Analys Viognier (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fond-croze-2005-cuvee-analys-viognier-cotes/,Viognier,2005,Domaine Fond Croze
,Red,France,"Dense and chocolaty, with plum and date flavors that verge on prune and fudge. Yet it's not overly heavy or tannic, showing solid balance and length on the finish. Drink now.",,28,86,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine du Pesquier 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pesquier-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Pesquier
,Red,France,"Fresh, pure and supple, with plenty of forward blackberry fruit destined for early consumption. An easygoing wine that hits the right notes, even picking up a hint of pepper on the finish. Drink now.",Vieilles Vignes,24,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine du Château Vieux 2004 Vieilles Vignes  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chateau-vieux-2004-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine du Château Vieux
,Red,France,"Oaky, with obvious vanilla and cedar notes that are nonetheless reasonably well managed. Ripe black cherry flavors support the wood without being overwhelmed. Drink now.",Partides Cairanne,,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de la Présidente 2003 Partides Cairanne Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-presidente-2003-partides-cairanne-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Présidente
13,White,France,"Guigal has turned in a fine Côtes-du-Rhône blanc in 2004, with crisp acids that provide focus and verve to the pear and citrus flavors. It's not a heavyweight, but still boasts a slightly creamy texture and a hint of peppery spice on the finish.",,12,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,E. Guigal 2004 White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2004-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,E. Guigal
13,Red,Argentina,"Lightly candied at first, but airing unveils more pure plum and raspberry aromas. Cherry, raspberry and plum flavors are standard but good, while the mouthfeel is firm and smooth enough. Mainstream all the way but likable.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Caoba 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caoba-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Caoba
13.5,Red,France,"Hard to believe a 2000 is the current release, but this domaine appears to make a policy of holding their wines. Its maturity has given it a supple and smooth mouthfeel—as well as touches of browning to the color. It's a meaty, savory wine with hints of mushroom and spice to go along with dried cherries and a touch of pepper on the finish. Mature; drink up.",,14,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine A. Mazurd & Fils 2000 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-mazurd-fils-2000-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine A. Mazurd & Fils
,Dessert,France,,Bois Doré,,86,Rhône Valley,Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,,Cave de Vignerons de Beaumes-de-Venise 2005 Bois Doré  (Muscat de Beaumes de Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-beaumes-venise-2005-bois-dore-muscat-blanc-a-petit-grain-muscat-beaumes-venise/,Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains,2005,Cave de Vignerons de Beaumes-de-Venise
,Red,France,"Darker than the co-op's Crozes-Hermitage, with prune and coffee aromas and flavors. It's dark and sturdy, but still marked by firm acidity on the finish. Drink now.",,18,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Cave de Tain 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Cave de Tain
11.5,White,Italy,"Castello di Tassarolo is a medium-sized winery at the heart of Piedmont's Gavi area with 20 hectares planted to the native Cortese grape. The entry-level Tassarolo S is an intensely fruity and refreshing wine that washes over the palate in a direct and determined manner. This is exactly the kind of wine you want to serve at picnics or outdoor lunches. White flowers, citrus peel and exotic fruit emerge from the nose and the wine leaves a trail of zest and crispness in the mouth.",Tassarolo S.,13,86,Piedmont,Cortese di Gavi,,Castello di Tassarolo 2005 Tassarolo S.  (Cortese di Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-tassarolo-2005-tassarolo-s-italian-white-cortese-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2005,Castello di Tassarolo
,Sparkling,France,"This mature, toasty wine is made by the Secondé family, grandchildren of Edmond Barnaut. It is developing attractive, roasted almond and very ripe flavors. Drink now.",,58,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Barnaut 1998  Champagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnaut-1998-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Barnaut
13.9,White,US,"Here's a bone-dry, high-acid, minerally Sauvignon with grapefruit, fig and white pepper flavors. It's a racy, savory wine that will pair well with an enormous range of foods, or else serve as a warmer-upper before dinner.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Belvedere 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Belvedere
12.1,White,US,"The residual sugar is 2.3 grams, which makes this Riesling a little sweet. But it is very acidic and crisp, which gives it that fascinating sweet-tart tension you get in a good German Riesling. At the same time, the wine is enormously flavorful in citrus, honeysuckle, peach, nectarine, apricot and vanilla flavors. The Arroyo Seco AVA gets credit for that magical combo of ripeness and acidity. Entirely stainless fermented and aged, this Riesling has a low alcohol of only 12.1 percent.",White,8,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2005 White Riesling (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2005-white-riesling-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Riesling,2005,J. Lohr
14,White,South Africa,"A clean gold color and varietal Chardonnay aromas will seduce you, leaving you vulnerable to its sweet and succulent tropical fruit flavors. Sweet oak wraps the fruit, but it is wholly dry, with high acid to lift it and give it zip. This is a Chardonnay that can pair with a variety of foods, and will not overpower them.",,9,86,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2005 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2005-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2005,Indaba
13,White,Argentina,"Opens with a full punch bowl of light, flowery, fruity aromas and backs that up with mixed fruit flavors along with touches of mineral, green herbs and fresh lettuce. With 20% Chardonnay stiffening 80% Torrontès, this wine shows a little something different. Imported by Appellation Imports.",Torrontes-Chardonnay,9,86,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Inca 2005 Torrontes-Chardonnay White (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inca-2005-torrontes-chardonnay-white-calchaqui-valley/,White Blend,2005,Inca
14,Red,Portugal,"Shows some definite sous bois elements—including damp moss, mushroom and cola notes—then adds tart berries and an easy, facile mouthfeel. Crisp and fresh on the finish. A pleasant lightweight red for everyday drinking.",,11,86,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2003 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2003-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Herdade Grande
,Sparkling,France,"A ripe, easy soft style that allows some acidity to give the wine backbone. It is well integrated, ready to drink now, and is a rare example from one of the worst vintages on record.",Gold Top,45,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 2002 Gold Top  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-2002-gold-top-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
15.1,Red,US,"A little one-dimensional, but clean and tasty, with bright cherry and cola flavors and some smoky oak. The silky texture and brisk acidity make it food-friendly, especially with something like grilled wild salmon.",,29,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,La Crema 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,La Crema
,Red,France,"Textbook Côtes-du-Rhône filled with plums and spice. A slightly mushroomy note adds nuance and depth to its fresh, fruity approachability. Finishes with peppery spice. Drink now–2008.",,10,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château de Ségriès 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château de Ségriès
14,Red,Chile,"Starts off showing crisp, almost burnt aromas; later comes committed plum, cherry and cassis scents. The fruit on the palate seems a touch peppery and short, while the finish is snappy and forward, but a tad  leafy in flavor. More of a lean, medium-bodied specimen than opulent.",Tribute,17,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2004 Tribute Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2004-tribute-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Caliterra
13,White,Portugal,"For a white wine from hot Estremadura, this shows admirable freshness, with apple, pear and nectarine flavors touched with hints of mint and graphite. It's medium- to full-bodied, but finishes dry and steely without being hard.",Vinho Branco,12,86,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Cortezia 2005 Vinho Branco Arinto (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-2005-vinho-branco-portuguese-white-arinto-estremadura/,Arinto,2005,Quinta da Cortezia
,Red,France,"Meaty and earthy on the nose, adding a complex note to the black cherry and spice flavors. Rich and velvety in texture, but it finishes with some dusty tannins that may never fully integrate. Drink this young, for its fruit.",Les Angles Premier cru,47,86,Burgundy,Volnay,,Prosper Maufoux 2003 Les Angles Premier cru  (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2003-angles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2003,Prosper Maufoux
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Nice berry flavors are nuanced with chocolate and oak, leading to a lighter style of Pinotage with lifting acidity and sweet purple fruit. Lemony oak and Rainier cherry flavors follow through to the quick finish. Imported by wine@34south.",,20,86,Coastal Region,,,Môreson 2004 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-2004-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2004,Môreson
13,Red,Spain,"Cherry cough drop, leather and moss aromas open it up, followed by red raspberry and some natural bitterness. Finishes with some gritty tannin and a slightly cooked, raisiny aftertaste. More of a throwback in style.",Reserva,16,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 2000 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-2000-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Montecillo
13.5,Red,Spain,"From younger vines, this is suppler and more modest in intent than the Selección Especial, but still tasty, marrying meaty, leathery notes with plummy, earthy nuances.",Semele,16,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montebaco 2003 Semele  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montebaco-2003-semele-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Montebaco
,Red,France,"Many of the Arnoux wines have a slightly hard edge to their tannins, and this bottling is no exception. What it does have going for it is plenty of strawberry and raspberry fruit layered over a leathery base. Firm on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Vieux Clocher Jean-Marie Arnoux,13,86,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Arnoux & Fils 2003 Vieux Clocher Jean-Marie Arnoux Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2003-vieux-clocher-jean-marie-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Arnoux & Fils
13,White,New Zealand,"Broad on the palate, with a slightly corpulent mouthfeel, this wine features a pleasant bouquet of spice drop, honey and melon, followed by slightly more neutral flavors and a fast-fading finish.",Unoaked,17,86,Marlborough,,,Kono 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kono-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2005,Kono
14,Red,New Zealand,"Not overly rich or concentrated, this is a light- to medium-bodied Pinot with a hard, woody shell. Cedar hits the senses first, followed only slowly by modest cherry fruit and more and more wood spice. Still, it shows some class and a reasonably long finish. Try in another year or two, when the oak may be more integrated, but before the fruit falls away.",Reserve,30,86,Wairau Valley,,,Grove Mill 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Wairau Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-wairau-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Grove Mill
13,White,South Africa,"Tropical fruit aromas pick up candy and sugarcane accents, but the palate is dry to austerity, with a citrus pith flavor and feel. Despite its dryness, the wine does have a nice rounded feel, and finishes with hints of nut and lanolin.",,12,86,Coastal Region,,,Groote Post 2005 Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groote-post-2005-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Groote Post
13.5,Red,US,"There's plenty of ripe Cabernet flavor in this succulent wine. Cherries, raspberries and blueberries are supported by fine, expressive tannins and crisp acidity, leading to a dry, spicy finish.",Vintner's Reserve,18,86,California,North Coast,Sonoma-Napa-Mendocino,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma-Napa-Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-sonoma-napa-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,France,"Seems a bit unexpressive on the nose, like many of the Chapoutier wines, but also boasts admirable flavors of plum and spice. Not that tannic or long, just an enjoyable quaff with a pleasant mouthfeel. Drink now.",,40,86,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,M. Chapoutier 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,M. Chapoutier
13.5,White,South Africa,"Chenin, South Africa's most widely planted grape, plays its role once again, this time in the lead with 48% Chardonnay supporting. Citrus on the nose, with strong vanilla accents, is followed by racy tropical fruits in the mouth giving life to the smooth, demure feel. Finishes with a bang, leaving grapefruit, papaya, vanilla, spice and a craving for another sip.",,8,86,Western Cape,,,Robert's Rock 2005 Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberts-rock-2005-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2005,Robert's Rock
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Nice and spicy, with exotic aromatics like citrus peel, coriander and browned butter. Of course, there's solid berry fruit in there as well. Seems a touch pastry-like in the mouth, where sugars and cream come in waves. Chunky in the long run, but fun and big.",Silver Reserve,13,86,Other,Famatina Valley,,Raza 2004 Silver Reserve Malbec (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raza-2004-silver-reserve-malbec-famatina-valley/,Malbec,2004,Raza
14,Red,Italy,"Here's a lovely Merlot from Tuscany that boasts big, chewy cherry, leather, chocolate fudge and vanilla spice for under $15. The wine is aged in new French oak barrels for 15 months to achieve smooth tannins and toasted nut flavors that are well integrated without being overwhelming. Everything about the wine's mouthfeel is soft, supple and caressing, including the finish. Try it with duck or oven-roasted tomatoes stuffed with goat cheese.",Sant'Adele,13,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2004 Sant'Adele Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2004-santadele-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2004,Villa Pillo
,Red,France,"Not surprisingly, the local co-op's old vines bottling is its best, with tart berry fruit accented by hints of cedar and coffee from oak aging as well as dry tannins on the finish. Try from 2008–2012.",Vieilles Vignes,20,86,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vignerons de Caractère 2003 Vieilles Vignes Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2003-vieilles-vignes-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Vignerons de Caractère
13,Red,Spain,"Here's a wine that rides heavy with smoked meat and cured ham aromas. The nose is full of bacon, rubber, spice and peppery fruit and then it turns to a palate of basic strawberry and raspberry. Short on the finish, with a touch of vanilla.",Primum Vitae Reserva,20,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vallformosa 2001 Primum Vitae Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-2001-primum-vitae-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Vallformosa
,Red,US,"Like almost all of this winery's wines, this Sangiovese is clean, varietally true and polished. It's dry, with a medium-bodied silkiness and cherry, coffee and spice flavors. It's also fairly tannic, something you'll want to consider.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2003 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2003-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2003,Valley of the Moon
,Red,Italy,"The formula for traditional Chianti sees Sangiovese blended with white grape varieties for a fruitier nose, fresher mouthfeel and an easy-to-approach drink. This Chianti follows that tradition with its blend of Sangiovese, Malvasia and Trebbiano. The nose offers forest berry and blue flowers with background notes of marzipan, minerals and crushed mint. And there's enough acidity in the mouth to keep it lively and food-friendly.",,6,86,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Scopetani 2004  Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2004-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2004,Scopetani
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A solid value in ruby Port, Sandeman's bottling pairs dried fruits with leathery notes to offer more than simple, grapy fruit. Finishes with fresh, spicy notes. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",Ruby,12,86,Port,,,Sandeman NV Ruby  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandeman-nv-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Sandeman
13,Red,France,"Nicely complex, Guigal's entry-level St-Joseph features scents of cinnamon, coffee and black olive followed by mixed-berry flavors accented by dusty, leathery notes. It's medium-bodied, finishing crisp and clean. Drink now.",,29,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 2003  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,E. Guigal
,Red,France,"Poured to show it was possible to make good wine in this miserable vintage, this wine doesn't have a lot of stuffing, but is pleasant to drink now. Cedar and vanilla notes frame peppery, spiced cherries.",,33,86,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Santa Duc 2002  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-duc-2002-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Domaine Santa Duc
,White,France,"Broad and mouthfilling, this blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Viognier boasts little in the way of floral excess, instead offering somewhat stolid, melony fruit with hints of citrus and white glue. A weighty, textural offering that relies on those attributes rather than fragrance to provide pleasure.",Roc-Epine,18,86,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Lafond 2005 Roc-Epine White (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2005-roc-epine-white-lirac/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine Lafond
,Red,France,"Oaked, but reasonably so, marrying crisp cherry fruit with cedary notes. Medium-weight, very drinkable, just a bit drying on the finish. Get some steak or burgers, fire up the grill and drink this wine over the near term.",Altitude 420,13,86,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Domaine Jaume 2004 Altitude 420 Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jaume-2004-altitude-420-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Jaume
13,White,France,"Slightly floral on the nose, then adds apple, mineral and anise on the broad, mouthfilling palate. Tails off a bit on the finish, so catch this wine in its youth, while it's still fresh.",,11,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine des Coccinelles 2005 White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coccinelles-2005-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine des Coccinelles
,Red,France,"Shows pretty notes of fresh, perfumy raspberries, then adds deeper bass notes of coffee and plum. Firm; give it another two years of cellaring.",Sambiche Rasteau,11,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de Verquiere 2004 Sambiche Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-verquiere-2004-sambiche-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Verquiere
,Red,France,"Sturdy and solid. Nothing flashy here, just burly cherry fruit aromas and flavors with a modicum of spice. Drink now—maybe with something similarly styled, like a beef stew.",Sablet,11,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de Verquiere 2004 Sablet Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-verquiere-2004-sablet-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Verquiere
,Red,France,"Broad and mouthfilling, this darkly fruited Vacqueyras is also thickly tannic, requiring rare beef at this stage of its evolution to tame the tannins. The coffee, baking spice and blackberry aromas and flavors are pleasing, so either bring on the roast or cellar it for 3–4 years.",,,86,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de Verquiere 2004 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-verquiere-2004-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Verquiere
,Red,France,"A bit horsey and Brett-ridden, but it still shows a round mouthfeel and supple texture. Drink now.",Le Paradis Saint-Pierre,35,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Coursodon 2004 Le Paradis Saint-Pierre  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coursodon-2004-le-paradis-saint-pierre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Coursodon
,White,France,"Although this wine shows hints of honeyed citrus, the house style for the whites at Delas is one of freshness and austerity, not richness. Finishes crisp and clean.",Les Launes,,86,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2004 Les Launes Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2004-launes-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2004,Delas Frères
13.5,Red,Portugal,"Dark-fruited and earthy, with cedar and coffee shadings that give the wine an even darker demeanor. This medium-bodied wine boasts some dry, woody tannins that suggest another year or two of cellaring prior to primetime consumption. Sturdy rather than charming.",Tinto Reserva,12,86,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2003 Tinto Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2003-tinto-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,2003,Castello d'Alba
13,Red,Portugal,"This is a fun, bouncy wine that actually seems a bit Syrah-like. Juicy cherry-berry flavors follow plum and black amber color and greenish tinge to the wine bother  pepper scents, while the finish is mouthwatering and fresh. Perfect for casual grilling.",Colheita Seleccionada,12,86,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2003 Colheita Seleccionada Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2003-colheita-seleccionada-red-douro/,Red Blend,2003,Castello d'Alba
13.5,Red,Spain,"For a winery in only its second year of production, this is a solid effort, matching smoky, meaty qualities with intense cherry, plum and tea notes. Firm on the finish; try with lamb or beef.",Hombros,26,86,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Casar de Burbia 2003 Hombros Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casar-burbia-2003-hombros-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2003,Casar de Burbia
14.3,White,US,"From the cooler, southeast part of the valley, but the wine still has that heavy softness that so many Napa Chards have, with the flavor of pears and oak. Tasty enough, but lacks the vital spark you get from cooler climates.",Haynes Vineyard,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitford 2003 Haynes Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitford-2003-haynes-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Whitford
,Sparkling,France,"Diamant Bleu used to be a brand name of Heidsieck Monopole, now transferred to the Vranken range when Vranken acquired Heidsieck. It's a rather hard wine, with edges of acidity and showing sharp grapefruit flavors.",Diamant Bleu,125,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 1999 Diamant Bleu  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-1999-diamant-bleu-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Vranken
11,White,New Zealand,"A change in style from the soft, round version produced in 2004, this is a light, fresh, virtually dry (7g/L residual sugar) Riesling. Strident citrus notes on the nose mingle with hints of mineral, while the palate delivers crisp green apple and citrus flavors.",,21,86,Martinborough,,,Voss 2005 Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2005-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,2005,Voss
,Red,France,"Nicely balanced and ready for near-term consumption, this dark-purple wine features smoke, herb and cassis notes. Picks up a bit of charred meat and coffee on the supple, easy-going finish. Drink now.",Cuvée Traditionnelle,,86,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Yann Chave 2005 Cuvée Traditionnelle  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yann-chave-2005-cuvee-traditionnelle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2005,Yann Chave
13,White,New Zealand,"Gisborne made its reputation with Chardonnay, and this is a decent representative. There's a bit of matchstick scent to get past on the nose, then reined-in apple and melon fruit, a bit of sweet corn and butter and some oaky notes that turn slightly varnishy on the finish.",Judd Estate,17,86,Gisborne,,,Matua Valley 2004 Judd Estate Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2004-judd-estate-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2004,Matua Valley
13,Red,Spain,"Light and moderately oaky, with dry, herbal accents to the red-fruit aromas that are dominant. Light cherry and strawberry are the key flavors, and they're backed by notes of toast, chocolate and leather. Classic and solid, especially for a down year.",Crianza,14,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2002 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2002-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2002,Marqués de Cáceres
14,Red,Australia,"This is not a demonstrative, fleshy wine; on the contrary, it doesn't show much richness or complexity at this stage. Maybe its backwardness has something to do with this being a current vintage; the flavors of red eraser, modest plum and cherry, and tea tannins are fine, but slight.",Art Series,30,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2001 Art Series Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2001-art-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2001,Leeuwin Estate
13,White,France,"This is a light, fresh wine, the sort of Mâcon that's easy to drink on a hot summer day. A hint of honey is layered over apples and pears, and the flavors finish with a refreshing touch of anise. Imported By Louis Latour.",Les Genièvres,16,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Louis Latour 2004 Les Genièvres  (Mâcon-Lugny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2004-les-genievres-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,2004,Louis Latour
12.5,White,Portugal,"Primarily Arinto, this distinctive, interesting white comes across as a citrus-flavored spice drop, blending tangerine and lime with pepper and anise. It's not particularly fleshy, turning crisp on the finish. Probably best with simple seafood dishes.",Vinho Branco Seco,10,86,Bucelas,,,Quinta da Murta 2005 Vinho Branco Seco Arinto (Bucelas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-murta-2005-vinho-branco-seco-portuguese-white-arinto-bucelas/,Arinto,2005,Quinta da Murta
,Red,France,"A blend of 80% old-vine Carignan and 20% Grenache, unusual for Lirac. The result is a wine loaded with acidity in 2004, maybe too much acidity. Red fruits carry a bass note of mushroom, finishing with tart cranberries.",Cuvée des Prémices,,86,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Prieuré Saint-Sixte 2004 Cuvée des Prémices Carignan (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prieure-saint-sixte-2004-cuvee-premices-carignan-lirac/,Carignan,2004,Prieuré Saint-Sixte
13.5,White,US,"Just about everybody will like this food-friendly wine, with its bright, happy citrus, green grass and peach flavors. It's smooth and polished, with crisp acidity and a rich, fruity finish.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Schug 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Schug
14.5,White,US,"Very bright and tangy in tangerine, lime and nectarine flavors, with bright acidity, this wine also boasts a firm, steely minerality.",,10,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Grayson 2005 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2005-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Grayson
14.5,Red,US,"A bit too dry, acidic and tannic for my tastes, although it could age out. This wine has exotic spice, leather, coffee and cherry-blackberry flavors. It's an interesting Pinot, from a great vineyard, yet difficult and challenging. Was it picked too early?",Cargasacchi,40,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Hitching Post 2003 Cargasacchi Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hitching-post-2003-cargasacchi-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Hitching Post
14,White,Portugal,"A blend of indigenous varieties from the south of Portugal, this wine smoothly blends green apple and citrus flavors with a slightly creamy texture, yet finishes zesty and fresh, with a hint of anise.",Colheita Seleccionada,11,86,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2005 Colheita Seleccionada White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2005-colheita-seleccionada-white-alentejano/,White Blend,2005,Herdade Grande
13.5,Red,Spain,"Forward and a touch racy, with moderate sweetness on the bouquet. Runs juicy and tight, with fresh, almost tart raspberry and cherry flavors. Offers the basics and not much more, but it's a balanced wine made in the traditional style, meaning it's dry, acidic and medium-bodied.",Viña Real Crianza,18,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2003 Viña Real Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2003-vina-real-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,CVNE
,White,US,"This is an accessible, middle-of-the-road style, clean and lightly fruity, with pleasant citrus rind, melon and white peach fruit. Erath, one of the founding wineries of the Willamette valley, was recently acquired by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, and the Pinot Gris, along with the winery's substantial production of Pinot Noir, can be expected to bolster the two most obvious holes in the company's portfolio. There's a nice streak of minerality that creeps into the finish, which adds a bit of substance to what is a rather light effort.",,13,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Erath 2005 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2005,Erath
13.6,Rose,US,"What a nice rosé this is, elegant, full-bodied and dry. Made from Carignane, it's not especially complex, but shows an array of rose petal, strawberry, Provençal herb, vanilla and spice flavors, wrapped into a silky, crisp texture.",Redhead,12,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 2005 Redhead Rosé (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2005-redhead-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Rosé,2005,Fife
,Red,France,"Slightly more tannic and structured than the lusher 2004 version, but still a good wine. Bold cherry fruit picks up a touch of mocha on the firm finish. Drink the 2004 now; hold this wine 1–2 years.",Roc-Epine,10,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Lafond 2005 Roc-Epine Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2005-roc-epine-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine Lafond
13.5,Red,France,"Lush and soft in texture, this easygoing Côtes-du-Rhône boasts tart cherry or cranberry fruit flavors with an intriguingly intricate array of spices. Drink now.",,12,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine du Pesquier 2003 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pesquier-2003-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine du Pesquier
,Red,France,"A lifted, slightly volatile note on the nose, then plenty of spice and prune aromas. this is a big, velvety-textured wine that's also a bit ponderous. Packs in heavyweight power, but lacks a little finesse.",,18,86,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine du Joncier 2003 Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-joncier-2003-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine du Joncier
,Red,New Zealand,"Features a delicate and pretty bouquet, offering up hints of smoke, dried herbs and cherries, but turns a bit blocky and chunky on the palate, with powerful chocolate notes.",,,85,Waipara,,,Mount Cass 2002 Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-cass-2002-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2002,Mount Cass
13.5,White,Argentina,"Light citrus, grapefruit and oak notes are nice openers. Peach, melon and other fruits grace the palate. Shows crispness in addition to oak, and the finish is lasting and round. Easy to get; pretty solid overall.",Premium,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2005 Premium Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2005-premium-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Alta Vista
13.5,Red,Italy,"Stay-at-home pasta or pizza dinners call out for a simple but solid Chianti and Monrosso fits the bill beautifully. The ruby-colored wine (80 percent Sangiovese with smaller components of Canaiolo and Merlot) is fermented in steel and aged six months in oak casks for fresh, fruit-forward results. It is redolent of cherry, plum, milk chocolate and has distant hints of spice and licorice. It's light-weight consistency and subtle tannins make it an excellent, no-brainer match for most foods. Imported by Moet Hennessy.",,10,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Monrosso 2005  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monrosso-2005-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2005,Monrosso
,Red,Italy,"By happy coincidence, the Tampa area code is 813, but the wine is named for the number of days from harvest to bottling. Cedar and dried cherry aromas are classic Chianti, picking up tobacco notes on the palate and finish.",813 Riserva,14,85,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Scopetani 2001 813 Riserva  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2001-813-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2001,Scopetani
,White,France,"Gascony is the home of Armagnac, foie gras, and fewer people than any other part of France. While its reds, such as Madiran, are getting better known, its whites needed the boost of modern winemaking to take them from the oxidized and ordinary to the delicious. This Colombelle, made by the region's go-ahead cooperative, Producteurs Plaimont, is the result of blending Colombard, Sauvignon Blanc and Ugni Blanc into a fresh, crisp apéritif style of wine, packed with citrus acidity, and a light floral touch.",Colombelle,8,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Producteurs Plaimont 2005 Colombelle White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2005-colombelle-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2005,Producteurs Plaimont
,Red,France,"Starts with pleasant scents of dried cherries and leather, then adds flavors of date, prune and fudge. Yes, it's impressively ripe and supple, but perhaps a little baked. Drink now.",,20,85,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine Palon 2003  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-palon-2003-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Palon
7.5,Dessert,Italy,"If you can get past the intense lemon-lime aromas, this is a simple, easy-to-drink sparkler with loads of sweet citrus and pleasant tartness on the close.",Dolce,15,84,Piedmont,Asti,,Castello del Poggio NV Dolce Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-nv-dolce-muscat-moscato-asti/,Moscato,,Castello del Poggio
14.3,Red,US,"There's lots of loveliness in this estate wine, with its perfume of lavendar and polished flavors of cherries and blackberries. It has a good structure, combining dryness with acidity and fine tannins. Loses a couple points, though, because it turns thin in the middle and doesn't recover.",Red Rock Ridge,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sierra Vista 2004 Red Rock Ridge Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2004-red-rock-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2004,Sierra Vista
13.6,White,US,"Bright and zesty in lemon and lime, kiwi, pineapple and vanilla flavors, this Chard is very dry and high in acidity. Finishes a little bitter and green, but otherwise shows Monterey character at a decent price.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Solaris 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solaris-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Solaris
,Red,France,"Rather oaky, with cedar and tobacco notes that leave a strong impression on the palate. Lacks the suppleness of the 2003 version. Well made, just a bit stern in the house style.",1717,39,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Arnoux & Fils 2004 1717 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2004-1717-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Arnoux & Fils
12,Red,Spain,"Starts with lightly roasted aromas of herbal fruit and pepper, while the palate is deeper and more pure, with raspberry, cherry and cranberry flavors. Finishes medium in terms of power and length, but short on complexity. Good in a basic sense, with proper balance.",,9,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2004  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2004-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Palacio
7,Dessert,Italy,"Aromas of peach, apricot and Golden Delicious apple; the wine is tangy, simple and sweet in the mouth, hence the “Dolce.” Best paired with dried biscuits or shortbread.",Dolce,11,84,Piedmont,Asti,,Zonin NV Dolce Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-dolce-muscat-moscato-asti/,Moscato,,Zonin
13,Red,Chile,"Dry and leathery, with grabby red fruit propped up by forward tannins and firm acidity. Tastes of raspberry and bramble, with some tea notes thrown in for complexity.",Hacienda Araucano,11,84,Central Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2005 Hacienda Araucano Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2005-hacienda-araucano-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,J. & F. Lurton
13.5,Red,US,"Dryish to slightly off-dry, very soft and velvety, with ripe cherry, cocoa and plummy-blackberry flavors. This is a nice, easy-drinking wine. It's the kind of by-the-glass sipper you order with pizza or burgers.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2003 Cabernet Franc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2003-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Ironstone
13,White,New Zealand,"A reliably fruit-filled offering, the 2005 version offers honeyed apple, melon and pear flavors carried by a well-rounded and slightly viscous wine. On the soft side, with a pithy note to the finish.",Unoaked,17,84,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2005,Kim Crawford
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A new addition to the Icon line from Nobilo and one that still needs a little work. It's good, with lifted floral and lime aromas, but seems overwhelmingly citrusy on the palate, with tangy notes that turn slightly pith-like on the finish. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Icon,20,84,Marlborough,,,House of Nobilo 2005 Icon Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/house-nobilo-2005-icon-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2005,House of Nobilo
12.5,Red,Spain,"Light in color; almost transparent. The nose is largely as the color suggests: light and leathery, with old-school character. Leafy red fruit dominates the palate, which is dry and controlled by crisp acidity, tannin and spice.",Reserva,32,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca El Encinal 1999 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-encinal-1999-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Finca El Encinal
13.5,Red,Portugal,"A bit confected, with aromas and flavors of jumbleberry pie drizzled with chocolate syrup. That's not to say it tastes sweet—it's dry—but the flavors boast a candied quality that limits their otherwise considerable appeal.",Tinto,16,84,Douro,,,Zimbro 2004 Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zimbro-2004-tinto-red-douro/,Red Blend,2004,Zimbro
13.5,Red,Portugal,"This could use a little more intensity, but it's a decent quaff, offering bright scents of sour plum and cherry alongside a duller, charred note. Chocolate and cherries on the palate, which is smooth and slightly creamy. Supple on the finish, this is ready to drink now.",Dom Martinho,13,84,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Carmo 2003 Dom Martinho Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carmo-2003-dom-martinho-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta do Carmo
13.9,White,Argentina,"This wine is always a bit waxy and heavy, as vanilla and baked-corn aromas are prominent. In the mouth, potent acidity propels apple, mango and peach flavors, while the finish is lively to say the least. At 13.9% it's a heavyweight. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Don David Reserve,15,84,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2005 Don David Reserve Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2005-don-david-reserve-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2005,Michel Torino
13,White,New Zealand,"A step down from the superbly concentrated 2004, Matariki's Sauvignon features modest grapefruit flavors allied to racy acidity this vintage. Light and zippy on the palate, it's tart and refreshing.",,18,84,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-2005-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Matariki
,Red,Spain,"Aromas of olive, tobacco and dark plum are satisfactory and convincing. It tastes of black cherry and other berries wrapped into a short, stout package. Finishes simple.",Solaz,8,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Osborne 2004 Solaz Shiraz-Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-2004-solaz-red-blend-shiraz-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Shiraz-Tempranillo,2004,Osborne
,Red,France,"Bouachon, the Rhône outpost of the Skalli family, fared better in 2003 than 2004. This wine boasts charming cedar and dried spice notes on the nose, but lacks weight and depth of fruit. Pleasant, but not more than that.",Pierrelongue,19,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Maison Bouachon 2004 Pierrelongue Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouachon-2004-pierrelongue-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Maison Bouachon
12,White,US,"Is it a dessert wine or a table wine? At 4% sugar, it's clearly sweet, but refreshing acidity and a light texture make it clean and vibrant. The mineral-laced apple and floral flavors will be fine with roast chicken, fresh fruit, or alone.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2005 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2005-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2005,Maddalena
,White,US,"The brief barrel aging is hardly noticeable on this dry, crisp, fruit-forward wine. The apricot, citrus and white peach flavors have a honeysuckle floweriness, and the finish is long and clean.",Stewart Vineyard,18,84,California,North Coast,Solano County,M. Cosentino 2005 Stewart Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Solano County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2005-stewart-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-north-coast-solano-county/,Pinot Grigio,2005,M. Cosentino
,Red,France,"Has some sturdy plum and prune fruit accented by coffee and spice, but comes across a bit low in acidity and with some dryng tannins that may not completely resolve, even if given time. Drink now.",,,84,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Louis Bernard 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Louis Bernard
13.5,Red,France,"The Boisset family's recent improvements at this négociant house were just beginning to take hold in 2003, a maddeningly inconsistent vintage in the Rhône. This is a relatively straightforward effort, combining modest cherry, leather and chocolate flavors in a smooth, easy-to-drink wine. Drink now.",,9,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Louis Bernard 2003 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2003-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Louis Bernard
,White,France,"A fresh and fruity simple Bourgogne blanc, with hints of honey layered atop pear and apple fruit. Crisp on the finish; try as an apéritif.",,12,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Prosper Maufoux 2004  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2004-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2004,Prosper Maufoux
13.5,Rose,Spain,"Despite the silly packaging and strange orange tint, this is a solid if unusual rosado that registers sweet but likable. It's chunky, with berry flavors and a shot of leather and animal. By no means is it elevated or for the long haul. Drink now or hold your peace. Imported by Winery Exchange.",La Rosa,9,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Sideshow 2004 La Rosa Rosé (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sideshow-2004-rosa-rose-campo-borja/,Rosé,2004,Sideshow
13.5,Red,Portugal,"A fresh, fruit-driven style, marked by a touch of nail polish on the nose. It's medium-bodied, with tart cherry flavors on the palate.",,9,84,Estremadura,,,Peninsula 2003 Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peninsula-2003-red-estremadura/,Red Blend,2003,Peninsula
15,White,South Africa,"Sweet yellow fruit flavor is plentiful if simple; oak, as usual, adds a touch of flavor and spice through the finish. This is a fine wine for buttery lobster, as its fresh fruit nose and big, sweet body can stand up to butter, and its low acid won't interfere. Imported by Boutinot Wine Estates.",,19,84,Stellenbosch,,,Peacock Ridge 2005 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peacock-ridge-2005-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2005,Peacock Ridge
13,Red,Australia,,,27,84,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Picardy 2004 Pinot Noir (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picardy-2004-pinot-noir-pemberton/,Pinot Noir,2004,Picardy
14.1,White,US,"Shows the softness and earthy, herbal character that mark so many Napa Chards. Good new French oak adds flash, and you'll find some nice peach and pear custard flavors, but the wine wants more zest.",,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Clos du Val
11.5,White,Australia,A “wide appeal” kind of wine that's fun but not too complicated. Shows sweet melon and peach flavors and sour apple and pear aromas. Dry on the finish.,Frontignac,14,84,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2004 Frontignac Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2004-frontignac-muscat-blanc-a-petit-grain-barossa/,Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains,2004,Schild Estate
14.1,White,US,"Fruit-forward and savory in peach, pineapple, apricot, melon and spice flavors, this blend of five varieties is mainly Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay, which gives it some nobility. It's a dry, refreshing, friendly wine.",Thousand Flowers,14,84,California,California Other,California,Hop Kiln 2005 Thousand Flowers White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hop-kiln-2005-thousand-flowers-white-other/,White Blend,2005,Hop Kiln
,Dessert,France,,Carte Or,,84,Rhône Valley,Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,,Cave de Vignerons de Beaumes-de-Venise 2004 Carte Or  (Muscat de Beaumes de Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-beaumes-venise-2004-carte-or-muscat-blanc-a-petit-grain-muscat-beaumes-venise/,Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains,2004,Cave de Vignerons de Beaumes-de-Venise
13.5,Red,Spain,"Traditionally leathery, with earth and bramble on the bouquet. The cherry, raspberry and cola flavors on the palate are aggressive courtesy of sharp acidity, while some wayward oak-based butter and vanilla rises up late on the finish. Like many in its class, this wine needs food.",Reserva,30,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Arnáiz 2000 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-arnaiz-2000-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2000,Viña Arnáiz
,Dessert,France,,Domaine de Fenouillet,,84,Rhône Valley,Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,,Vignobles Jeanjean 2005 Domaine de Fenouillet  (Muscat de Beaumes de Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-jeanjean-2005-domaine-fenouillet-muscat-blanc-a-petit-grain-muscat-beaumes-venise/,Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains,2005,Vignobles Jeanjean
,Red,France,"A special cuvée from the local co-op, this Vacqueyras is showing all the signs of being mature, from its lightening color to its aromas and flavors of coffee, tobacco, and dried fruit and its resolved tannins. Drink up.",Bois du Ménestral,16,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vignerons de Caractère 2001 Bois du Ménestral Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2001-bois-menestral-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Vignerons de Caractère
,Red,France,"Light to medium in body, with a correspondingly light color and modest fruit. Instead, there's meaty complexity and more than a hint of Band-Aid. Drink now.",,20,84,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Vidal-Fleury 2004  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Vidal-Fleury
,Red,France,A respectable effort from an estate better known for its Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Some sulfur notes give way to dark fruit and coffee flavors. Drink now.,,19,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de la Charbonnière 2004 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-charbonniere-2004-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Charbonnière
14,White,Australia,"Very citrusy, from beginning to end. Its aromas and flavors run the gamut from lemon drop and grapefruit to citrus pulp. A little sour and broad, but still enjoyable.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 2005 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-2005-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Bulletin Place
13,Red,Argentina,"Turned earth, berry jam and candied sweetness on the nose portend full-force black-fruit flavors that are grainy, bold and not terribly refined. Standard fare Cabernet, yet a little on the simple, hard side. Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",,9,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Bodega Lurton 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Bodega Lurton
12.6,White,US,"Sweetish and simple, with the flavors of canned apricots and peaches, with lots of tangy spice. Fortunately the sweetness is balanced by juicy acidity.",Kirschenmann Vineyard,18,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cosentino 2005 Kirschenmann Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2005-kirschenmann-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Cosentino
13.5,Red,Chile,"Fairly fruity and fresh on the nose, while the round, soft palate runs easily with berry flavors. Quite big and cushioned, without much acidic punch. Pleasant in a bulky way, and based on Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Rosé,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2005 Rosé Syrah-Cabernet (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2005-rose-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-maipo-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2005,Carmen
13,White,Chile,"A tiny bit stony on the nose, with touches of powdered sugar and green pepper. Citrus and green apple work the palate, followed by a snappy, generally clean finish. Fully charged and pretty good for under $10.",,9,84,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2006-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Aresti
,Red,US,"Co-fermented with Viognier grapes which were so ripe  they were almost late harvest. The Viognier dominates the Syrah, giving the wine a lemondrop sweetness that's weird. Too bad, because the Syrah seems fine.",Roasted Slope,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2003 Roasted Slope Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2003-roasted-slope-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2003,Andrew Murray
14.5,White,US,"Co-released with Babcock's Sta. Rita Hills Chard, somehow this wine is flatter and simpler, even though it costs ten dollars more. Go figure. It's an okay wine, dry, fruity and creamy, but lacks complexity.",Grand Cuvee,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2005 Grand Cuvee Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2005-grand-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Babcock
10,White,Australia,"Totally uncomplicated, but certainly an easy-drinking, unusual white. Orange blossom and honey notes waft from the nose, and the palate deals more orange, plus peach, pear and lemon notes. Low in acid, but this will have many fans.",Lexia Muscat of Alexandria,7,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2005 Lexia Muscat of Alexandria Muscat (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2005-lexia-muscat-alexandria-south-eastern/,Muscat,2005,Alice White
15.6,Red,US,"Superripe and soft, with baked cherry and fudge-crust flavors and nutmeg on the finish. Not a bad wine, but certainly shows its hot terroir.",Glenrose Vineyard Reserve,55,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2003 Glenrose Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2003-glenrose-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Adelaida
,Red,France,"Leather and coffee flavors predominate in this relatively simple Vacqueyras. Supple and somewhat innocuous, but suitable to quaff alongside basic burgers and the like.",Cuvée du President,16,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vignerons de Caractère 2003 Cuvée du President Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2003-cuvee-president-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Vignerons de Caractère
13.5,Red,Spain,"The chunky fruit aromas are like chewing gum, while the palate is punchy and drying, with tannic black cherry and cranberry flavors. Sheer on the finish and slightly astringent, but serious for a big-production wine.",12 Meses en Barrica,17,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2003 12 Meses en Barrica  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2003-12-meses-en-barrica-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2003,Emina
,Red,France,"Slightly pruny and heavy, but this is still a solid wine, reflective of the vintage. Black cherry and plum scents carry the nose, accented by hints of marzipan, while the finish boasts a dusting of tannins. Drink now.",La Chasse du Pape Prestige,10,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Gabriel Meffre 2003 La Chasse du Pape Prestige Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2003-chasse-pape-prestige-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Gabriel Meffre
14,Red,France,A perplexing wine to evaluate. It's certainly big enough—based on its alcohol and tannins—but it lacks the flesh to fully cover its bones. Cherry and plum flavors finish crisp and short.,La Gille,27,84,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Perrin & Fils 2004 La Gille  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2004-gille-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-gigondas/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Perrin & Fils
14.5,White,New Zealand,"In a flight of other Kiwi Pinot Gris, this one shows more of a stony, minerally character, but also less ripeness and opulent fruit. It's medium-bodied, with a layer of lemon-lime flavors over an apple base. Finishes on a slightly bitter note. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,29,84,Central Otago,,,Peregrine 2005 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peregrine-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2005,Peregrine
13.5,Red,US,"Lots to like in this Syrah with plummy blackberry, cola, dark chocolate and coffee flavors. It has the sharply acidic jamminess of a youthful wine.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2004 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Pepperwood Grove
13.5,Rose,France,"Jaboulet's 2005 rosé is a workaday effort—perhaps a touch commercial, but clean and well made. The scents and flavors feature fresh, juicy fruit (cherries) but also a slightly confected quality, like bubble gum. Served well-chilled at a warm-weather picnic and it'll go down just fine.",Parallèle 45,12,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2005 Parallèle 45 Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2005-parallele-45-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2005,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
13.6,Red,Chile,"Early aromatics are a bit reedy and funky, but with time it finds its way. The palate offers black fruit and chocolate, but also some integral green flavors. Short and stout on the finish, with another modest but evident blast of green.",Tormenta,13,84,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2005 Tormenta Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2005-tormenta-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Miguel Torres
13.5,Red,France,"Smoky, nutty notes on the nose dominate the fruit, but some pie-cherry flavors emerge on the palate. This is a rustic Pinot with slightly coarse, drying tannins and tart cherries on the finish.",Les Lombeaux,19,84,Burgundy,Côte de Beaune-Villages,,Pierre André 2003 Les Lombeaux  (Côte de Beaune-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2003-lombeaux-pinot-noir-cote-beaune-villages/,Pinot Noir,2003,Pierre André
13.5,Red,US,"Scores high on the deliciousness factor. It's just loaded with blackberry pudding, cassis, milk chocolate and licorice flavors, and it finishes soft and dry. Sure, it's not a First Growth, but it offers real Cabernet pleasure at an everyday price.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Redwood Creek 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-creek-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Redwood Creek
,Red,France,"Starts with some smoky, burnt match scents and cola notes, then adds lighter red fruit flavors. Finishes with more cola and hints of coffee as well.",,16,84,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Domaine de Deurre 2004 Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-deurre-2004-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Deurre
,White,France,"Ample pear fruit and a helping of peppery spice on the finish gives this medium-bodied white a little interest, amplified by a plump, mouthfeel. Drink now.",Vinsobres,22,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine Chaume-Arnaud 2005 Vinsobres White (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chaume-arnaud-2005-vinsobres-white-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine Chaume-Arnaud
,Red,France,"An interesting wine that appears to be at its peak maturity, the 2003 Millière features elegant leather and spice notes on the nose, followed by plenty of dried fruit flavors. It's supple, but seems a bit light on the midpalate. Drink now.",Vieilles Vignes,,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine la Millière 2003 Vieilles Vignes Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-milliere-2003-vieilles-vignes-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine la Millière
,Red,France,"A 50-50 blend of Grenache and Syrah, this offering boasts a lovely bouquet of chocolate and plum, but turns a bit firm and drying on the palate. Lacks lushness, but its structure might make it work well with rare beef or lamb.",,13,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Dauvergne & Ranvier 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dauvergne-ranvier-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Dauvergne & Ranvier
13.5,Red,US,"This is a new line from Hahn Estates. The wine is soft, fruity and a little sweet, with cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors and lush, dusty tannins leading to a pleasant finish.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cycles Gladiator 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Cycles Gladiator
12.6,White,US,"From the Two Buck Chuck folks, a real bargain. Dry and crisp in acidity, and pleasant in bright spearmint, melon and fig flavors. It's the kind of wine that'll go with a wide variety of food.",,5,84,California,California Other,California,Crane Lake 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-lake-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Crane Lake
,White,US,"Tablas Creek continues to struggle with this difficult varietal in their vineyards on the far west side of Paso Robles. Like the '03, this wine is fruity, with plentiful peach and vanilla flavors, yet it has a simplicity and sugary finish. Must have been the harvest heat.",,27,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2004 Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2004-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne,2004,Tablas Creek
13.5,Red,Australia,"On the nose, this Pinot has a milky, minerally character that makes a textural reappearance on the palate. Flavors flirt with black cherry and black pepper, with green herb on the finish.",Diamond Label,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2005 Diamond Label Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2005-diamond-label-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2005,Rosemount
14,Red,South Africa,"A fully purple wine unleashes dark aromas of leather and black olive, while in the mouth those two flavors dominate. The palate is nice enough—full-bodied with sweet tannins and moderate acidity—but wants more fruit. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,20,84,Walker Bay,,,Southern Right 2004 Pinotage (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southern-right-2004-pinotage-walker-bay/,Pinotage,2004,Southern Right
13,Red,Spain,"Rusty in color, which is to be expected. The nose shows dried cherry, belt leather and cigar box, and at this point all seems dandy. The palate, however, is short and stewy, with too little fruit to stand up to the prickly acids and herbal notes. Already past its prime.",Gran Reserva,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Arienzo 1996 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-arienzo-1996-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Marques de Arienzo
13.5,White,Spain,"Smells like slow-roasted fruit mixed with a dusting of savory spice. Not the freshest kid on the block, but it offers cherry and apple-skin flavors that are decent and smooth. Not a thriller but not bad.",,16,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Jarrero 2001 Red (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarrero-2001-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2001,Jarrero
13.5,Red,Spain,"Grapy and granular smelling, with heavy, raw aromas that lack finesse and agility but offer plenty of thump. Surprisingly, the palate on this dark, more modern-styled wine is kind of tart, with racy cherry and blackberry fruit. Not an easy wine to evaluate; you want more from it but it isn't that generous.",Reserva Selección,135,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lealtanza 2001 Reserva Selección  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lealtanza-2001-reserva-seleccion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Lealtanza
14,White,Argentina,"A fat Chard made in the New World style, meaning it pushes a block of oak across the bouquet and then pours on the textured apple, nut and butterscotch flavors. Lacks complexity and vitality, but offers ample size and richness. Drink immediately.",Reserva,13,84,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2005-reserva-chardonnay-san-juan/,Chardonnay,2005,Finca Las Moras
13.5,White,US,"Here's a glassful of fruits, flowers and above all spices. Just slightly sweet, but with good acids, the wine bursts with white peach, pineapple, vanilla custard and honeysuckle flavors, and just about every Asian spice you can think of.",,11,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2005 Gewürztraminer (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2005-gewurztraminer-sonoma-county/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Kenwood
,White,US,"A nice, everyday Sauvignon from K-J, with  juicy citrus zest, grapefruit sorbet and spicy flavors. Finishes off-dry and clean.",Vintner's Reserve,11,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2005 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2005-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kendall-Jackson
13.7,Red,US,"A bit heavy and hot, with cooked cherry pie filling flavors and tannins that you might find in a Rhône wine. Could soften with some years in the bottle.",SRH,24,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2004 SRH Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2004-srh-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lafond
13.5,Red,France,"Rather cool and minerally, reflecting both the vintage and the house style. It's restrained on the nose, then offers crisp cherry flavors and a middle-of-the-road mouthfeel. Drink now.",Belleruche,12,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 2004 Belleruche Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2004-belleruche-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,M. Chapoutier
14.5,Red,US,"Varietally pure, this Zin  from inland benchland vineyards in the warm Ukiah area features ripe cherry and cocoa flavors with a balancing earthiness. It's soft in acidity, but firm tannins make up for that.",,14,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Solaris 2004 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solaris-2004-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Solaris
14.2,Red,US,"Simple and varietally true, this soft Pinot has a silky texture, with very ripe, forward cherry, cola, spice and oak flavors. It's fairly full and heavy for a Pinot.",,30,84,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Londer 2004 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/londer-2004-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Londer
,Red,US,"Rutherford Hill used to make one of the best Merlots in the valley. Nowadays, the wine is obviously mass-produced (more than 57,000 cases), a simple but varietally correct Merlot with cherry, blackberry and mocha flavors.",,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Rutherford Hill
,Red,France,"Crisp black cherry and raspberry aromas and flavors show a bit of richness and some slightly creamy tannins, but turn a bit hard on the finish.",Cuvée Grenat,,84,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Vinsobraise 2005 Cuvée Grenat Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinsobraise-2005-cuvee-grenat-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Vinsobraise
15.2,Red,US,"Simple, dry and fruity, with a raw, acidic pungency framing jammy blackberry, boysenberry and coffee flavors. A bit of oak adds smoke and vanilla notes.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2003 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2003,St. Francis
14.2,White,US,"Dry and a bit soft, with baked apricot and peach pie flavors, this Chardonnay is very oaky. Made from Oakville grapes, it just doesn't have the freshness you want in a white wine.",Wild Yeast,50,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2004 Wild Yeast Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2004-wild-yeast-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Miner
12.5,White,Argentina,"Fresh and full of zesty apple aromas that lead into a palate of cider, citrus and spice. Light in the mouth, with proper acidity. Generally fits the bill as a good, easy quaffer. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",Trebbiano-Chardonnay,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Los Cielos 2005 Trebbiano-Chardonnay White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-cielos-2005-trebbiano-chardonnay-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2005,Los Cielos
13.5,Red,Spain,"Typically dry and leathery, with only modest red-fruit aromas. It's light to medium in weight, with punchy acidity pushing clean but thin cherry and plum fruit. Not too big or spacious on the finish, but good in a mainstream, traditional sort of way.",Crianza,13,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Loriñon 2002 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorinon-2002-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2002,Loriñon
,Red,US,"Feels heavy, soft and simple in the mouth, but there's some rich cocoa-infused blackberry fruit. Okay for everyday fare.",Syrah & Mourvedre,22,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2002 Syrah & Mourvedre Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2002-syrah-mourvedre-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Silver
13.5,White,US,"An interesting wine, different from anything you've tasted in more familiar varieties. The wine is high in acid, creating a peppery taste behind the smoky, citrus and dried herb flavors. Finishes a bit too sweet to be called dry, though.",,22,84,California,California Other,California,Oreana 2005 Verdelho (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oreana-2005-spanish-white-verdelho-other/,Verdelho,2005,Oreana
7,Dessert,Italy,"Made from an assortment of aromatic grapes, this is a super sweet raspberry-colored sparkler with loads of berry notes and lemon zest on the close. It's soda pop-sweet in the mouth.",Baccorosa,10,84,Piedmont,Asti,,Zonin NV Baccorosa Sparkling (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-baccorosa-sparkling-asti/,Sparkling Blend,,Zonin
14.5,Red,Australia,"Yalumba doesn't mess around when it comes to Grenache, but this one doesn't quite hit the mark. The plum fruit is enjoyable, but the wine feels halfhearted on the palate. Needs more stuffing.",Bush Vine,17,84,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2004 Bush Vine Grenache (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2004-bush-vine-grenache-barossa/,Grenache,2004,Yalumba
,Red,France,"This smooth, medium-weight Côtes-du-Rhône is another solid, weekday drinker. Red plum flavors are clean and fresh without offering a lot of depth or complexity. Drink now.",Croix de Chêne,9,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Les Vignerons de l'Enclave des Papes 2004 Croix de Chêne Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-lenclave-papes-2004-croix-chene-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Les Vignerons de l'Enclave des Papes
13.5,Red,France,"Sure it's a bit simple, but it's also fruity and perfectly pleasant, offering bright cherry flavors lined with hints of chocolate. It'll partner your next burger just fine.",Les Violettes,10,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Moillard 2004 Les Violettes Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2004-violettes-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Moillard
13.4,Red,US,"A little sharp and rustic, but with simple fare it'll do just fine. Lots of berry-chery flavors, with a rich cocoa edge and smooth tannins, leading to a clean, dry finish.",Valley Oaks,9,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Valley Oaks Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-valley-oaks-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Fetzer
,Red,France,"Marked by slightly green flavors, that range from unroasted coffee beans to poivre vert. Crisp blackberry fruit is tart and a bit hard. Hold until 2008 and hope for positive evolution.",Terroir de Champal,28,84,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Eric Rocher 2004 Terroir de Champal  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-rocher-2004-terroir-champal-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Eric Rocher
,Rose,France,"Has a coppery tinge to it, but the real surprise is the bouquet—redolent of cedar. A portion of the wine is matured in oak, and it shows in the dry, woody notes that partially cover the charming berry fruit.",Laurus,14,84,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Gabriel Meffre 2005 Laurus  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2005-laurus-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Gabriel Meffre
13.9,Red,Spain,"Although this wine has been favorably reviewed in the past, this vintage seems jammy and ponderous. The color is blinding and the bouquet reduced and jammy. The palate pours on monotonous boysenberry and blackberry, while the finish is granular. A specialty wine (only 250 cases made) that proves why Graciano is rarely made by itself.",Single Vineyard,95,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Contino 2001 Single Vineyard  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contino-2001-single-vineyard-spanish-red-graciano-rioja/,Graciano,2001,Contino
13.5,Red,Spain,"Murkier than ideal. The nose is heavy and earthy, and it's full of barnyard initially. The wine rests heavily on the tongue, with soft, mildly funky flavors of dark berry and stewed tomato. Seems a touch overripe and flaccid for an '01 reserva.",Reserva,29,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Diez Llorente 2001 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diez-llorente-2001-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2001,Diez Llorente
,Red,France,"Big in the mouth, but not exactly mouthfilling, this has a distinct flavor set that combines dark coffee and black cherries with a hint of garlic. Lacks the lushness to score higher, but might do nicely cutting through a fatty burger.",Blovac,11,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine du Trapadis 2004 Blovac Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-trapadis-2004-blovac-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Trapadis
,Red,France,"Complex enough on the nose, where cinnamon, cured meat and cherries all intertwine. But it drops off a bit on the palate. It's supple and round but could use more intensity. Drink now.",Les Galets,23,84,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine des Hauts Châssis 2004 Les Galets  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hauts-chassis-2004-galets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine des Hauts Châssis
,Red,France,"Seems to be already moving past its peak, with a bit of browning at the rim and advanced tobacco and dried-fruit aromas and flavors. Drink up.",Cuvée Vincila,20,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de Montvac 2001 Cuvée Vincila Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montvac-2001-cuvee-vincila-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2001,Domaine de Montvac
13.5,White,US,"Simple and fruity, with peach and pear flavors that finish with spicy oak, this Chard is fully dry. It has a bracing acidity that provides balance.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2004,Clos La Chance
13.4,Red,US,"It isn't Hermitage, but it's clean, fruity and pleasant, in a rustic sort of way. Five dollars is the suggested retail price, but you can probably find it for even less. Sharp in grapey-jammy black cherries and mocha, and fully dry, it's the kind of inexpensive house red that millions of Americans depend on. Kudos to Bronco Wine Co., which makes this and other value brands, including Two Buck Chuck.",,5,84,California,California Other,California,Crane Lake 2004 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-lake-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2004,Crane Lake
13,Red,Argentina,"Smells varietally correct, like cassis and black plum, and it delivers what you'd expect: bold New World Cabernet flavors, albeit with a touch of tartness and rusticity.",Marlena,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas del Tupun 2005 Marlena Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tupun-2005-marlena-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Bodegas del Tupun
13,Red,France,"A Beaujolais-style Côtes-du-Rhône, light and fresh on the palate, with pure cherry-scented fruit. Not much complexity, but it brings plenty of juicy, mouthwatering fruit to the table. Drink now.",,8,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Charles Mignon & Fils 2003 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-mignon-fils-2003-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Charles Mignon & Fils
13.5,Red,Australia,"Just the thing you need if there are dozens of people on your deck, and burgers are on the grill. Cherry and red plum flavors have earthy, oaky accents. It's medium-bodied and easy to drink.",,5,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2005 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2005-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2005,Banrock Station
,Red,France,"A bright, almost carbonic-maceration style, with crisp cherry fruit accented by a touch of almond skin. Try serving this in place of Beaujolais for a tart, refreshing summertime changeup.",La Chapelle Notre Dame d'Aubune,,84,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Balma Venitia 2005 La Chapelle Notre Dame d'Aubune Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balma-venitia-2005-chapelle-notre-dame-daubune-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Balma Venitia
13,White,Australia,"Smells interesting and some-what sophisticated, with notes of lime, chalk and straw. Those same notes continue on the palate, which is lively and intense, albeit still pretty straight-forward.",Bin 777,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2005 Bin 777 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2005-bin-777-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Wyndham Estate
,Red,US,"Distinctly ripe, with plum, blackberry, dark chocolate and coffee flavors, this Syrah is firm in rich, thick tannins, totally dry, and a bit rustic. The vineyard is located just north of the Edna Valley, in a warmer location.",Sheri's Vineyard,28,85,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Wildwood 2002 Sheri's Vineyard Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildwood-2002-sheris-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,2002,Wildwood
,Red,France,"This luxury cuvée from the Vinsobres co-op is very supple and easy to drink, but also rather dominated by oaky notes of cedar and vanilla. Drink now.",Cuvée Emeraude,,85,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Vinsobraise 2004 Cuvée Emeraude Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinsobraise-2004-cuvee-emeraude-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vinsobraise
13.6,Rose,US,"This is one of the few rosés from this appellation that I'm aware of. It's a little full-bodied for a blush, but pretty good. Dry and rich, it has deep, long flavors of raspberries and vanilla, with very high acidity that desperately needs food.",Rosé of Syrah,15,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Santa Barbara Winery 2005 Rosé of Syrah Rosé (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2005-rose-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Rosé,2005,Santa Barbara Winery
,Red,France,"A sturdy Vacqueyras, that shows the burly, muscular side of the appellation. Leather and coffee flavors predominate, backed by some firm tannins on the finish. Drink now with rare beef or lamb.",L'Authentique,22,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vignerons de Caractère 2003 L'Authentique Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2003-lauthentique-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Vignerons de Caractère
,Red,France,"A little rustic, featuring leather and dried fruit aromas and some astringent tannins on the finish. But it shows some pleasing spice and prune flavors on the round midpalate. Drink now.",,20,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vidal-Fleury 2001 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2001-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Vidal-Fleury
13,Red,Spain,"Encouraging aromas of earth, leather, plum and berry lead to a rather sheer, zesty palate of blackberry, cherry and acid. It's tight in the mouth, with cheeky tannins and friction. Quite extracted and oaky; requires food or will seem astringent.",,25,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Tarsus 1999  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarsus-1999-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1999,Tarsus
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Lacks obvious fruitiness on the nose, showing instead stony-minerally notes. In the mouth, there's a slightly pulpy texture along with hints of honey. The fruit is understated, but this wine offers a refreshing New World alternative to oaky Chardonnays.",Unoaked,16,85,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2005,Saint Clair
13.5,Red,Spain,"Talk about a colorful, bold, jammy red! It's heavily extracted and, as the label notes, young as can be. The fruit is heavy, dark to the point of teeth-staining, and tannic. Not sophisticated or meant for fine dining, but full of fruit and life. Tastes good but is unequivocally rambunctious.",Young,12,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Rubiejo 2004 Young  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubiejo-2004-young-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Rubiejo
12.5,Rose,Spain,"Perfectly nice and fresh, with fruity springtime aromas that offers slight touches of nettle and citrus. Tropical flavors emerge from the spritzy palate, while the finish is both sweet and spicy. Shows some residual sugar but not too much. Imported by HAB North America.",Rosé,7,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Penascal 2005 Rosé Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2005-rose-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2005,Penascal
,Red,France,"Herbal at first, with hints of pepper and clove but not that much fruit. In the mouth, it shows decent roundness and texture, then turns tart on the finish. Try with herb-crusted lamb to help bring out the fruit.",La Grand Pompée,29,85,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2004 La Grand Pompée  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2004-grand-pompee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
14,Red,Australia,"A good, value-priced New World-style Pinot. Raspberry and cherry flavors are framed by faint caramel, while on the nose, cherry and plum notes dominate. Not complicated, but solid.",Bin 99,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 99 Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-99-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2005,Lindemans
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This new label's wines come off an extremely young vineyard and are made by winemaker Mike Just, formerly of Lawson's Dry Hills. Soft honey, fig and tropical fruit notes are pleasant and the wine seems full and lush on the palate, yet it falls off quickly on the finish.",,17,85,Marlborough,,,Maven 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maven-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Maven
,Red,France,"Compared to the 2005 regular cuvée, this is riper and rounder, but it's still not a particularly lush wine. Berry and cherry flavors are bolder and more intense, touched by vanilla and coffee from barrel aging.",Hommage à Léon Ponnier,17,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Notre Dame de Cousignac 2004 Hommage à Léon Ponnier Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notre-dame-cousignac-2004-hommage-a-leon-ponnier-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Notre Dame de Cousignac
,Red,France,"A big, somewhat bulky wine dominated by  drying tannins and leathery notes. There's enough raspberry fruit to provide short-term balance, so drink it soon with meats that can tame the tannic clout.",,20,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Montirius 2004 Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montirius-2004-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Montirius
10,Dessert,US,"With its honeyed flavors of tangerines, peaches, wildflowers and vanilla, this is a pleasant sipper if you're looking for something off-dry to frankly sweet. Low alcohol makes it a nice summer beach or picnic wine.",Terra d'Oro,18,85,California,California Other,California,Montevina 2005 Terra d'Oro Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2005-terra-doro-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2005,Montevina
,White,France,"Has that sort of glue or paste-like note that Marsanne sometimes shows, but it's also fresh and light on the palate, with decent concentration and an attractive anise or fennel note on the finish.",,28,85,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Coursodon 2005  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coursodon-2005-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2005,Domaine Coursodon
,Red,France,"This luxury cuvée is a blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre, aged partially in barriques for up to two years. The wood has been nicely integrated into the bold cherry flavors, but the finish is sternly tannic. Needs 2–3 years.",Montmartel Sablet,18,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine de Piaugier 2004 Montmartel Sablet Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-piaugier-2004-montmartel-sablet-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Piaugier
13.5,White,US,"Sweet and sour Meyer lemon flavors dominate this sleek, crisp wine, which shows nuances of tart green apples and a hint of pineapple-laced crème brûlée. It's a little simple, but pretty rich, especially for this price.",Valley Oaks,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2005 Valley Oaks Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2005-valley-oaks-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Fetzer
,Red,France,"Shows some definite brett character in its Band-Aid and horse aromas, but there's also some attractive dried fruit notes and a smooth, supple mouthfeel.",,13,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château du Bois de la Garde 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bois-garde-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château du Bois de la Garde
13.3,White,US,"Here's a wine that could win a place as your house Chard. With the majority of the grapes from the hot Sacramento Delta and cool Monterey, it's balanced, with plenty of peach, pear, pineapple and creamy vanilla flavors. The numbers tell the story: Alcohol, at 13.9%, is modest. Residual sugar of only .15 means the wine is bone dry. Meanwhile, acidity of .70 gives the wine a bright, crisp mouthfeel. Another good value from a winery that routinely produces.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Delicato
,White,France,"Crisp and floral (the blend contains 18% Viognier) but also rather austere and minerally, with just hints of pineapple fruit. Best as an apéritif. Drink now.",Saint-Esprit,13,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Delas Frères 2005 Saint-Esprit White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2005-saint-esprit-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Delas Frères
,Red,France,"This is a simple, fruity quaff. There's plenty of cherries and some floral notes reminiscent of violets, but where's the peppery spice? Drink now.",Les Pontaix,,85,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave Fayolle Fils et Fille 2004 Les Pontaix  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-fayolle-fils-fille-2004-pontaix-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Cave Fayolle Fils et Fille
14.5,Red,US,"Tastes kind of obviously new oaky, with all that vanilla and char framing cherry pie flavors. It's a flattering, seductive Pinot, with a silky texture and firm acids, but it's basically one-dimensional. Drink now.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,30,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2004 Mitsuko's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2004-mitsukos-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Clos Pegase
13.5,Rose,US,"Dark in color, full in flavor, this is a big, strong, almost heavy blush wine. Black raspberries, apricot sorbet, red cherry purée, even a hint of tangerine zest, with nice acidity.",Rosé of Cabernet Franc,21,85,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2005 Rosé of Cabernet Franc Cabernet Franc (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2005-rose-cabernet-franc-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Chimney Rock
,Red,France,"Unlike the Cuvée St-Roch this is 50-50 Grenache and Syrah, and the result, at least in 2004, is a wine with greater intensity but less precision or detail to its flavors.",Cuvée des Templiers,18,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Le Clos des Cazaux 2004 Cuvée des Templiers Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-clos-cazaux-2004-cuvee-templiers-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2004,Le Clos des Cazaux
14.1,White,US,"Opens with a burst of charry, toasty oak, then settles down to show ripe white peach, pineapple, caramel and tapioca flavors. The grapes are from the Yorkville Highlands.",,26,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Wattle Creek 2004 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2004-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Wattle Creek
13,White,US,"A nice, clean wine  with citrus, fig, melon and spice flavors, and a creamy texture and zesty acidity. A touch of Semillon gives it extra richness. Finishes dry and balanced.",,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Whitehall Lane
14,Red,Chile,"Shows bold, sassy fruit aromas, but you wouldn't call it refined. The palate is mild in flavor and racy in feel, with red fruit showing the way. Chocolate notes and rugged tannins finish the deal.",Estate,8,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2005 Estate Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2005-estate-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2005,Viu Manent
,White,US,"Shows all the qualities of a fine Edna Valley Chard, from the juicy acids to the laser pure lime and nectarine flavors. It's thinned down from the better stuff, but still, not bad.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Bishop's Peak 2004 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishops-peak-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Bishop's Peak
13.5,Red,France,"A step behind the very good '05, this offering is a plump, medium-bodied Côtes-du-Rhône with slightly herbal berry aromas and flavors. It's nothing fancy, just an easy-drinking wine at a reasonable price.",,15,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château Mont-Redon 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mont-redon-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château Mont-Redon
,White,France,"A bit unexpressive on the nose, but this blend of Ugni Blanc, Clairette, Bourboulenc and Picpoul is nicely fruited and broad on the palate without being heavy. Spicy and fresh on the finish.",,14,85,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château de Ségriès 2005 White (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-2005-white-lirac/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Château de Ségriès
13,Red,Italy,"For a meatier, heavier bargain red, head south to the sun-drenched Puglia region. Canaletto sources fruit to make a wine that delivers bold fruit, black cherry, roasted espresso bean and moist earth. The wine is aged 12 months in oak to shape a softer wine accented by exotic spice, cinnamon and sandalwood. This is the kind of wine you want on a chilly winter evening at home in front of a roaring fire.",Winemaker's Collection,10,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Canaletto 2003 Winemaker's Collection Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-2003-winemakers-collection-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2003,Canaletto
13,Red,Spain,"A touch timid in how it doles out slight raspberry and light oak aromas. And that's in front of a mellow, quiet palate that offers basic berry flavors and not much more. Far from the most cushioned, lush wine going; it hits firmly and evenly, like a welterweight from a past era.",Reserva,13,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 2000 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-2000-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Campo Viejo
12.5,White,Spain,"Once again this Viura ranks as one of the better values in white Rioja. It deals a punchbowl bouquet of round melon and pineapple, while the dry but fresh palate pushes green melon and white pepper. Limited in what it can offer but good for what it costs.",,7,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2005 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2005-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2005,Marqués de Cáceres
13.5,Red,Australia,"On the nose, there's very ripe berry fruit and some floral notes. The palate deals plum and blueberry fruit, but take heed: This is not a forward, fruity style of wine. It's bound up and tight, and may or may not ever unfold.",Koonunga Hill,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2004 Koonunga Hill Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2004-koonunga-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Penfolds
,Red,France,"Very ripe and supple, with an almost creamy texture. Lots of mouthcoating cherry fruit is balanced by a touch of spice on the finish. The only blemish is a touch of sulfur on the nose; try decanting an hour or so in advance.",Bout d'Zan,14,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Mas de Libian 2004 Bout d'Zan Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-libian-2004-bout-dzan-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Mas de Libian
,White,France,"Focused and lean, this lacks the generosity shown by the Viré-Clessé. Pear and melon flavors carry a hint of vanilla through the tart finish.",,20,85,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Prosper Maufoux 2005  Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2005-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2005,Prosper Maufoux
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Bright purple, with aromas of clove, plum, cherry and leather. Plump in the mouth, with mild, dusty tannins, good acidity, and a hint of fruity sweetness. Cassis coats the tongue while spice entices the taste buds. Finishes on the leathery side. Imported by wine@34south.",,14,85,Coastal Region,,,Pine Crest 2004 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-crest-2004-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2004,Pine Crest
11,Sparkling,Italy,"The year's biggest trend from Italy's Prosecco region is rosé sparkling wine. These wines embody the fresh buoyancy of traditional Prosecco with a fruitier, richer aromatic ensemble. Moletto's Rosa, made from Tocai Rosso grapes, is a perfect example: The nose is redolent of raspberry and cranberry but also has an interesting brambly edge for added dimension. The piquancy of the bubbles hits the palate first but is smoothed out by crème de cassis-like flavors and pink grapefruit.",Rosa,13,85,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Moletto 2005 Rosa Tocai Rosso (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2005-rosa-italian-red-tocai-rosso-orientale/,Tocai Rosso,2005,Moletto
13.5,Red,US,"From a cool vineyard in the southeast part of the valley, this wine opens with a refined scent of blackberry pie sprinkled with pepper and cocoa. It's a beautiful scent, like a pastry. In the mouth, it turns soft and slightly sweet, somewhat of a letdown.",Soscol Ridge Vineyard Back Porch Block,55,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,29 Songs 2004 Soscol Ridge Vineyard Back Porch Block Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/29-songs-2004-soscol-ridge-vineyard-back-porch-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2004,29 Songs
13.5,Red,Chile,"Coffee, leather and toast are the opening aromas, and then comes black fruit. It runs a touch more red and racy in the mouth, with raspberry, strawberry and light green flavors. Solid in its mouthfeel, with modest depth. Basic but nice.",Estate,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2005 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2005-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Apaltagua
13.5,Red,Portugal,"A perfectly solid Douro offering, one that easily blends dusty earth and mineral notes with black cherry fruit and a touch of herbs. Medium-bodied, it ends on a tea-like note.",Vinho Tinto,13,85,Douro,,,Andreza 2003 Vinho Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreza-2003-vinho-tinto-red-douro/,Red Blend,2003,Andreza
12.5,White,South Africa,"With a stated mission of making consumer-friendly wines for today's marketplace, Golden Kaan, a joint venture between South Africa's KWV and European-based wine company Racke GmbH, pumps out exactly that. This Sauvignon, light in color and aroma, has a nice perfume with vanilla, citrus and spritzy tropical fruit. The mouth is fairly round, but with supporting acids, and displays solid flavors of citrus and tropical fruit with a slatey edge. Crisp on the finish, this is meant to be enjoyed young.",,9,85,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Golden Kaan
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Rather restrained for Marlborough Sauvignon, showing more stony, minerally notes than most. With coaxing, modest passion fruit and honey notes emerge, carried along by a plump mouthfeel. A solid effort, but one that doesn't match winemaker John Belsham's more consistent touch with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.",,25,85,Marlborough,,,Foxes Island 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxes-island-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Foxes Island
14.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a plump—verging on corpulent—Pinot Gris, but one that avoids heaviness through decent acidity and a hint of tannin. Starts with fresh apples and melons, then adds a strong appleskin note, especially on the finish.",Single Vineyard,25,85,Marlborough,,,Kathy Lynskey 2005 Single Vineyard Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathy-lynskey-2005-single-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2005,Kathy Lynskey
,Red,France,"A bit disappointing. The wine's strawberry flavors are somewhat austere, revealing a lack of flesh and ripeness. Lean, expanding only on the finish, where firm tannins prevent current enjoyment. A blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah. Try after 2010.",La Bernardine,35,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,M. Chapoutier 2004 La Bernardine Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2004-bernardine-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,M. Chapoutier
14.2,Red,US,"For immediate consumption, this wine has easy Cabernet flavors suggesting blackberries, cassis and green olives. With a layer of toasty oak, it is dry and balanced. Too bad it doesn't have more concentration, because it's got all the elements of a fine Napa Cab except depth.",Reserve,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Louis M. Martini
14,Red,France,"A bit floral and herbal on the nose, but there are also peach and berry fruit flavors that end up carrying the day. Finishes a little short, picking up hints of Earl Grey tea amid a dusting of light tannins. From the co-op at Estézargues.",Terre de Mistral,11,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Les Vignerons D'Estezargues 2004 Terre de Mistral Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-destezargues-2004-terre-mistral-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2004,Les Vignerons D'Estezargues
,Red,France,"Named for a ruined Moorish tower on the property, this is a rather dark, brooding Gigondas with notes of coffee and molasses only partly enlivened by bright raspberry flavors.",La Tour Sarrazine,23,85,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Le Clos des Cazaux 2004 La Tour Sarrazine  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-clos-cazaux-2004-tour-sarrazine-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Le Clos des Cazaux
14.5,Red,US,"A bit too soft and simple, although it's a pretty good wine with some nice blackberry jam, black cherry pie and cocoa-cinnamon flavors. This is a wine in progress, better than the 2002, but not quite as good as the 2001.",Hall Ranch Reserve,34,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2003 Hall Ranch Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2003-ranch-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Robert Hall
13.8,Red,US,"The California appellation on the label doesn't tell you, but the grapes are from Hames Valley, an interesting little region midway between the cool Salinas Valley and warm Paso Robles. The wine has good acidity and treads a delicate line between cherries and more herbal notes. Light and food-friendly.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Red Truck 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-truck-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Red Truck
14,Red,Australia,"Every other inhale, you'll smell either leather or sweet fruit. On the palate, taut plum and rhubarb flavors dominate. A closed, somewhat disjointed wine, but it has an interesting rocky texture and some complexity.",,11,85,New South Wales,Western Plains,,Ram's Leap 2004 Shiraz (Western Plains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rams-leap-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-plains/,Shiraz,2004,Ram's Leap
13.5,Red,Portugal,"Starts with simple aromas of roasted berries, but soon reveals a more complex side, marrying slightly herbal-grassy notes with ripe fruit and picking up hints of cocoa and dark chocolate on the finish.",Reserva,16,85,Douro Superior,,,Quinta do Grifo 2004 Reserva Red (Douro Superior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-grifo-2004-reserva-red-douro-superior/,Portuguese Red,2004,Quinta do Grifo
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A solid representative of the Marlborough style, the 2005 Tohu Sauvignon fairly exudes passion fruit aromas and flavors, but also manages to sneak in hints of peaches (on the ripe side) and cooked peas (on the vegetal side). Medium in body, with some refreshing citrus on the finish.",,16,85,Marlborough,,,Tohu 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tohu-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Tohu
13,Red,Argentina,"Bright but kind of light, with attractive red-fruit aromas. The mouth, however, is a touch stark and zesty, with juicy, jumpy cherry and plum flavors. Not overly stellar nor does it try to reach very far; good for Bonarda.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tittarelli 2004 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tittarelli-2004-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,Tittarelli
14.1,Red,US,"A good wine, not a great one. It's a bit heavy for a Pinot, with almost the weight of a Merlot and some firm, dusty tannins. Blackberry, cola and toast flavors.",Appellation Selection,28,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 2004 Appellation Selection Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2004-appellation-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sebastiani
14,Red,Argentina,"A lot of up-front oak greets you, with sweet fruit and brown sugar in reserve. Cassis, plum and vanilla work the palate, which has some edge and tannin to it. Fairly well balanced, with some structure. No one will mistake it for sophisticated but what's here works. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Reserva,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Santa Julia
14.1,White,US,"Dry and crisp,  with mineral, ash and slate flavors relieved by a dash of grapefruit. A wine like this doesn't win competitions, but it has its place on the table with tapas or alone as an apéritif.",Estate Bottled,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2005 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2005-estate-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2005,Eberle
14.5,White,US,"While everyone else is picking superripe, Eberle prefers a high- acid, lower-fruit wine. This doesn't have particular Roussanne character as it's too dry and citrusy. But it's a clean wine with a brisk mouthfeel.",Cass Vineyards,22,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2005 Cass Vineyards Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2005-cass-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne,2005,Eberle
,Red,France,"Starts with some tarry, almost cola-like ntoes on the nose, then adds espresso and caramel flavors and a touch of red fruit. Smooth—almost creamy—in texture, but lacks the depth and complexity of the Domaine's Les Croix bottling.",,22,85,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine les Bruyeres 2004  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bruyeres-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine les Bruyeres
,Red,France,"Apparently the ++ indicates more oak. Ripe black cherry fruit is coated in cedary, vanilla-scented oak, but it wears it well, ending on a supple, creamy note, rather than a dried-out or astringent one.",++,13,85,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Domaine du Moulin 2004 ++ Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-2004-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Moulin
,Red,France,"Lifted and slightly volatile on the nose, but there's also plenty of baked black cherry and plum fruit. A high proportion of Mourvèdre gives a tannic grip to this wine and a hint of tar as well.",Cuvée Les Muses,25,85,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine du Joncier 2003 Cuvée Les Muses Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-joncier-2003-cuvee-muses-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine du Joncier
13.5,White,Spain,"Basic, fresh and fruity, with floral aromas that capture the essence of clean, tank-made Viura. Flavors of melon, banana and papaya are easy to like but not that serious, while the finish is soft and creamy, but not very intense.",Monopole,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2005 Monopole White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2005-monopole-white-rioja/,White Blend,2005,CVNE
,Red,Spain,"A sniff delivers aromas of dried fruits along with a smack of toast and char. Runs light to medium across the palate, with cranberry and raspberry rising as the primary flavors. Definitely a flyweight made in the traditional style. A new release that seems more mature than it is. Drink right away, preferably with food.",Crianza,16,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2003 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2003-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,CVNE
18,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This pale amber Madeira is lightly sweet, with nutty, slightly oxidized aromas that stay fresh and briny. Nuts and candied lemon flavors join coffee and caramel flavors on the finish, along with racy acidity. Worth trying with soup as a start to the evening.",Rainwater Medium Dry,15,85,Madeira,,,Cossart Gordon NV Rainwater Medium Dry Tinta Negra Mole (Madeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cossart-gordon-nv-rainwater-medium-dry-portuguese-red-tinta-negra-mole-madeira/,Tinta Negra Mole,,Cossart Gordon
,Red,France,"A bit herbal on the nose, but in a good way, combining easily with blueberry and pepper scents to make a harmonious bouquet. Fresh and fruit-forward, albeit without a lot of depth. Crisp and a bit tannic on the finish; give it another year or two to soften.",Les Launes,25,85,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2004 Les Launes  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2004-launes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Delas Frères
13.5,Red,Australia,"Follows a cooler-climate profile, offering light fresh herb aromas and tangy black and blueberry flavors. Its sturdy, chalky mouthfeel is pretty nice, too.",,9,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Deakin Estate 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deakin-estate-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Deakin Estate
7,Sparkling,Italy,"Bracchetto, especially made in this sweet, almost syrupy style, is not for everyone. But it is a little-known raspberry-colored wine with low alcohol that makes a perfect fit at outdoor barbecues or informal parties. The flavors and aromas are straightforward and direct: Raspberry, cranberry and plum.",,18,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Castello del Poggio NV Brachetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-nv-italian-red-brachetto-piedmont/,Brachetto,,Castello del Poggio
,White,France,"Baked apple and cinnamon notes on the nose fail to carry all the way through, as the wine turns crisp and a bit metallic on the finish. Atypically austere for a wine from such a warm vintage.",Comme Dessus,24,85,Burgundy,Santenay,,Prosper Maufoux 2003 Comme Dessus  (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2003-comme-dessus-chardonnay-santenay/,Chardonnay,2003,Prosper Maufoux
,Red,Chile,"Ripe and ready, although it is a little bit herbal. It runs sweet in the mouth, with berry flavors blended with chocolate. Tannic power builds on the palate, and it finishes firm but bearable.",,12,85,Rapel Valley,,,Confin 2005 Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/confin-2005-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Confin
13.5,Red,US,"Silky and in the style of a coastal Pinot, with cherry cola and spice flavors. Finishes a bit thin, but it shows true varietal character. Not a bad price for the quality.",Limited Release,14,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Limited Release Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-limited-release-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Concannon
15.4,Red,US,"Soft and elegant, with cherry pie, cola and mocha flavors, this single-vineyard Pinot is a little one-dimensional but offers lots to like. It has a silky, satiny texture. Drink now.",Julia's Vineyard,42,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2004 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2004-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foxen
13.9,White,Chile,"A touch loud and foxy, with gritty aromas along with apple, spice and wood. The palate runs big and creamy, but not overtly flabby courtesy of spunky acidity. Finishes with smoke and a lot of wood resin. Aims for the pinnacle but does not quite get there.",Block Selection Estate Reserve,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,La Playa 2005 Block Selection Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2005-block-selection-estate-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,La Playa
14.5,Red,Spain,"For an affordable Priorat this wine isn't disappointing. The nose is a bit funky and gamy, but you'll also dig out mineral, leather and bacon notes that are pleasing. Peppery and spicy more than lush and fruity, with pushy game and herbal notes on the finish.",Crianza Dara,14,85,Catalonia,Priorat,,Sangenís I Vaqué 2002 Crianza Dara Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sangenis-i-vaque-2002-crianza-dara-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2002,Sangenís I Vaqué
,Red,France,"A respectable value for a northern Rhône Syrah, the Tain co-op's 2004 is a soft, easygoing wine with pepper and prune aromas and flavors. Not a lot of stuffing or weight, but shows a fair degree of elegance.",,15,85,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2004  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Cave de Tain
,Red,US,"This second label from Talley is proving to be a good source of less expensive wines from the region. This Syrah is dry and fruity, with firm acids and weighty, but finely grained, tannins. It's a little light on the finish, but pleasant.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Bishop's Peak 2003 Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishops-peak-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Bishop's Peak
14.9,Red,US,"There's enormously ripe, pure fruit in this Pinot. It floods the palate with red cherry pie, cola, root beer and spice flavors that are undeniably delicious. Yet the wine is too soft and jammily extracted to be balanced.",Londer Estate Grown,46,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Londer 2004 Londer Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/londer-2004-londer-estate-grown-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Londer
13.5,White,US,"Dry and crisp just like a Sauvignon Blanc, but with Viognier's blast of pineapple, nectarine and honeysuckle flavors. Appealing for the wealth of fruit and bright acidity that makes it so clean.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2005 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2005-viognier-other/,Viognier,2005,Smoking Loon
12.5,Red,Spain,"For years Ysios has been one of Spain's most architecturally astounding wineries, but its wines have lagged. This is not a new wine, so it falls into that simple, basic category. It's aging decently, showing citrus, root beer and tobacco. Good but midland.",Reserva,30,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ysios 1999 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ysios-1999-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1999,Ysios
15.5,White,US,"Lots of fruit in this easy, everyday wine, but it's dry and crisp, so all that peach, pineapple and honeysuckle is balanced. Roussanne and Viognier from the Santa Ynez Valley.",Heritage Blanc,14,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2005 Heritage Blanc White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2005-heritage-blanc-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Curtis
,Red,South Africa,"The MAN in the name is the initial letters of the wives (Marie, Anette and Nicky) of the three partners in this 75,000-case joint venture between Charles Back of Fairview, José Condé of Stark-Condé and Tyrrel Myburgh of Joosetenberg. This is a ripe, juicy fruity wine that bounces with energy and fresh vitality if not much subtlety.",,10,85,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,MAN Vintners
,Rose,France,"Slightly darker than most Tavel, this cuvée from the co-op is more mineral and less fruited, yet also more alcoholic and bigger than the others. The result is a bit clunkier and not as harmonious, but still a good drink.",Carte d'Or,13,85,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2005 Carte d'Or  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2005-carte-dor-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Les Vignerons de Tavel
13.5,Red,Spain,"Hard leather and smoke aromas are the opening salvo, and there's plenty of warm earth and cedar below deck. The palate is herbal and peppery, with a touch of burnt grass and green pepper sparring with plum and berry. Finishes a bit hot but ultimately it's a solid, old-school Rioja.",Reserva,29,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lealtanza 2000 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lealtanza-2000-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Lealtanza
12.5,Red,France,"Straightforward Crozes, with peppery aromas balanced by flavors of cherries and sour plums. Smooth in the mouth, but slightly tart and olivaceous on the finish.",Petite Ruche,24,85,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2004 Petite Ruche  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2004-petite-ruche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,M. Chapoutier
,Red,France,"A slight step up from Louis Bernard's simple Côtes-du-Rhône, showing greater intensity and darker fruit flavors that veer toward black cherry and plum. Drink now.",Rouge,12,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Louis Bernard 2005 Rouge Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2005-rouge-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Louis Bernard
13,Rose,Australia,"Has a very pretty pink-garnet color, and fragrant rose and brown sugar aromas. Indeed, this rose shows some sugar on the palate, too—not unwarranted, but certainly not totally dry. The floral quality persists on the palate, as does a hint of orange liqueur.",Rosé,15,85,South Australia,Barossa,,Loose End 2005 Rosé Grenache (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loose-end-2005-rose-grenache-barossa/,Grenache,2005,Loose End
14.5,Rose,US,"Made from Grenache and Syrah, this is a simpler, sweeter rosé than the winery's Vin Gris. It has raspberry, nectarine and slightly sugared tea flavors, while crisp acidity makes it clean.",Chamisal Vineyards,22,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2005 Chamisal Vineyards Rosé (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2005-chamisal-vineyards-rose-central-coast-edna-valley/,Rosé,2005,Domaine Alfred
,Red,France,"Rather herbal on the nose, with a distinct note of fennel that sets it apart from other 2004 Liracs. Lean and red-fruited, leaning toward raspberry and herb rather than dark fruits and dried spices.",Bel Air,12,85,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine de la Croze 2004 Bel Air Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-croze-2004-bel-air-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de la Croze
13.5,White,US,"You hardly notice the mild oak and lees elements in this Chard because it's so tart with acids and pure in green apple, Meyer lemon and yellow apricot fruit. There's also a flinty minerality, making this quite Chablisian.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Domaine Santa Barbara 2005 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-barbara-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Domaine Santa Barbara
13,Red,Spain,"Mildly leafy, with root beer and red fruit comprising the nose. Basic but fresh in the mouth, with cherry and berry flavors, medium tannins and a laudable mouthfeel. Middle-of-the-road in terms of power, with finishing notes of tobacco and smoke.",Crianza,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 2002 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-2002-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2002,Campo Viejo
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A fresh, rather lightweight Merlot, the 2004 from Alpha Domus does have some tomato-leaf character, but also supple tannins and enough cherry fruit to balance out. There's decent length on the finish, where it turns a bit tart and peppery.",,14,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Alpha Domus 2004 Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-domus-2004-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2004,Alpha Domus
14.9,White,US,"Creamy in texture, with extracted, jammy flavors of tropical fruits, white raisins, caramel and honeysuckle, this wine is dry and crisp with acids. It was barrel fermented and aged sur lie, giving it the weight of a Chardonnay.",Glenrose Vineyard Roussanne-Grenache Blanc,25,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2004 Glenrose Vineyard Roussanne-Grenache Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2004-glenrose-vineyard-roussanne-grenache-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Adelaida
13.4,White,US,"This fruit-forward Sauvignon is a creative blend of Monterey and Amador, combining ripe Sierra Foothills fruit with coastal acidity. Figs, citrus fruits, melons, peaches, green apples, the fruit goes on and on.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Bogle
14.4,Red,US,"This is the Portiest of Fife's Syrahs, in fact the only one with that telltale note of raisiny caramel, which is offputting. The wine is also quite astringent in tannins. It could develop, but it's a tough little puppy right now.",Old Yokayo Rancho Vineyard,24,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 2002 Old Yokayo Rancho Vineyard Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2002-old-yokayo-rancho-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,2002,Fife
,Red,France,"Shows plenty of leather and spice on the nose, but seems to lack some concentration and fruit. It's a bit of a lightweight, with pretty aromas and plenty of spice and persistence on the finish.",Classic,15,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château du Trignon 2004 Classic Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2004-classic-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château du Trignon
,Red,France,"Tastes pretty oaky—chocolate and coffee aromas partially obscure the modest berry fruit flavors. Still, it's reasonably supple, so if you don't mind wood this could be just the ticket. Picks up additional oaky notes of vanilla and caramel on the finish.",,8,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Château des Roques 2003 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roques-2003-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château des Roques
,Red,France,"Shows solid Grenache fruit—cherries with a hint of apricot. Supple at first, then firms up and turns a bit tough on the finish. Would be fine to wash down your next rare burger.",Heritage Rouge,11,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Caves des Papes 2004 Heritage Rouge Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-papes-2004-heritage-rouge-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Caves des Papes
,White,US,"A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris, this is a nice, flavorful wine with some flair and sophistication. It's not a complicated wine, but satisfies with fruity flavors that are dry and crisp through the finish.",Cuvee Natalie,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2005 Cuvee Natalie White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2005-cuvee-natalie-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2005,Brander
13.5,White,US,"Made from Delta and Sonoma grapes, this is a fine Cab if you're looking for something relatively plush at an everyday price. It's soft, with melted chocolate and intense blackberry pie flavors, with a nice edge of spice.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bogle
13.5,Red,Spain,"Easy and fruity, with light cherry aromas. Juicy on the palate, with raspberry, apple skin and plum flavors. Zesty as they go, with good natural acidity and ample freshness.",Crianza,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2002 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2002-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2002,Bodegas Palacio
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Starts off with hints of mint, baked berries and earth, then delivers slightly herbal, medicinal fruit and chocolate flavors. Feels lush in the mouth, with no rough edges. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Old Friends Fine Ruby,14,85,Port,,,Cálem NV Old Friends Fine Ruby  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calem-nv-old-friends-fine-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Cálem
14,Red,Australia,"Wide, juicy plum fruit on the palate is no surprise, given the fat plum and blueberry notes that waft from the glass. It drops off a little sooner than I'd want on the finish, but it's still a good Cab pick at an attractive price.",,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Bulletin Place
,Red,US,"Fragrant in raspberry, cherry, and sweet lavender, this gentle Syrah finishes with a dusty cocoa note. It's an easy but sophisticated wine, dry and well-structured.",Gina's Vineyard,28,85,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Wildwood 2002 Gina's Vineyard Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildwood-2002-ginas-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,2002,Wildwood
,Red,France,This is a bit herbal and light. But it's an easy-drinking quaff bursting with strawberry fruit and peppery spice. Drink now-2008.,Beaumirail,,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Gigondas la Cave 2004 Beaumirail Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gigondas-cave-2004-beaumirail-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Gigondas la Cave
14.5,Red,US,"Good Cabernet. It's dry and balanced, with blackberry and mocha flavors and a little herbaceousness. Drink now.",,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hall
13.5,Red,Chile,"Perfumed but reticent, with simple apple and almond aromas and flavors. Feels a touch flat on the palate due to modest acidity, but for a basic New World Chardonnay it's good. Drink right away for best results.",Reserva,18,85,Molina,,,Echeverria 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2005-reserva-chardonnay-molina/,Chardonnay,2005,Echeverria
14.5,White,US,"Soft and easy, with fruity, flowery flavors that have an earthiness to them, like soy-sautéed mushrooms. Don't serve it too cold, as it gets more interesting as it warms up.",Mill Road Vineyard,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2005 Mill Road Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2005-mill-road-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2005,Eberle
13.5,Red,France,"The story is simply told. A tasting session between Thierry Boudinaud of Rhône producers Gabriel Meffre and British wine merchant Guy Anderson produced a wine that Anderson, using an affectionate British term to describe a big wine, called “a fat bastard.” A range of wines and a memorable name were born. This dry, firm Cabernet is packed with black currant and wood flavors and ripe fruits. “Limited Release” refers to the rarity of releases of this wine—the previous vintage was in 1998.",Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fat Bastard 2004 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-bastard-2004-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Fat Bastard
13.5,White,US,"Manfred Esser ran Cuvaison, so he knows Chardonnay. This wine is mainly from Clarksburg, and shows good ripeness, but is balanced by firm acidity. Barrel fermented and aged sur lie, it's crisp and fruity, with freshly picked apple, pineapple, peach, mango and vanilla flavors that finish dry and spicy. The acidity really is racy. At 19,000 cases, it is widely available.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Esser Cellars 2005 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-cellars-2005-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Esser Cellars
13.5,Red,Australia,"Lifted cherry, red eraser and coconut aromas dominate. Medium sized; has a chunky, gravelly feel with grabby plum and raspberry fruit on the palate. Well priced for such an easy-drinking Pinot.",Nottage Hill,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2005 Nottage Hill Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2005-nottage-hill-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2005,Hardys
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells a little like fruitcake, with its thick wheat and dried-fruit aromas. On the palate, it's a medium-sized, linear wine with plum and blueberry in the starring roles. Finish is brief.",Nottage Hill,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2004 Nottage Hill Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2004-nottage-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Hardys
13,White,France,"A soft, full-bodied blend based on Grenache Blanc, this Perrin offering features scents and flavors of apples and spicedrops  along with enough minerailty on the finish to retain some interest. Drink now.",Réserve,11,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Perrin & Fils 2005 Réserve White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2005-reserve-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Perrin & Fils
,Red,Spain,"A zealous wine with sweaty leather, prune and leftover oak on the nose. The mouth is charged up and lively as the tannins and acids meet to boost cherry and raspberry fruit. Comes across too eager and hard; needs more mouthfeel and subtlety to make the next level.",Prestigio,60,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 1999 Prestigio  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-1999-prestigio-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,1999,Matarromera
,Red,France,"A big, dark, intense wine, as you might expect to come from 2003's heat and low yields. Black olive flavors bear a hint of raisin, while the tannins are powerful but ripe. Try in 2-3 years.",,32,85,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Pierre Gonon 2003  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gonon-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,Pierre Gonon
,Red,France,"Lightweight, but the aromas are clean and reasonably complex, and the flavors follow suit. Bright raspberry and cherry fruit is accented by peppery spice and a hint of leather. Drink now.",,14,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de Beaurenard 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaurenard-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Beaurenard
,Red,France,"This is amply wooded, imparting cedar, toast and vanilla notes to the dark-berried fruit. The result is a supple and easy-to-drink wine that lacks a little distinction. Drink now.",Clos des Grives,40,85,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine Combier 2004 Clos des Grives  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-combier-2004-clos-grives-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Combier
,Red,France,"On the nose, hints of clove accent modest cherry and melon aromas; on the palate, it could use more fruit intensity, but it finishes well, with vibrant leather and spice.",,14,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Paul Autard 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-paul-autard-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Paul Autard
,Red,France,"Darker, sterner and tougher than the domaine's Signature bottling, with coffee and blackberry fruit taking over for the bright raspberry and spice notes found there. Tannic; try after 2009.",Genestes,24,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine des Amouriers 2004 Genestes Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-des-amouriers-2004-genestes-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine des Amouriers
,Rose,France,"Slightly lighter in hue than others, with more of a coppery tinge. But it's still impressively pink. Strawberry aromas pick up floral hints with airing, while the red-berry flavors seem a touch syrupy and indistinct. Drink now.",,14,85,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Domaine de Longval 2005  Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-longval-2005-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de Longval
13,White,US,"Lots of juicy fruit and zesty acidity in this wine. It's PGs like this that are driving the variety in America. Apples, nectarines, peaches, peppery spices and wildflowers all mingle into a fruity, slightly sweet finish.",,14,85,California,California Other,California,Clos du Bois 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Clos du Bois
13.5,Red,US,"Loaded with bright, ripe cherry, raspberry, blackberry, chocolate and wintergreen flavors, and seasoned with a touch of oak, this young wine is dry, with a zesty sharpness that calls for food. The grapes are largely from Gallo's Paso Robles vineyard, Sunnybrook, and the wine was made by Rancho Zabaco's team, led by Eric Cinnamon, who describes Dancing Bull as “the lighter side of Rancho Zabaco.” Easy to find, with 42,000 cases.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Dancing Bull
,Red,France,"Extraordinarily supple, with ripe cherry flavors and layers of dried spices. It's certainly ripe enough and shows good fruit underneath, but it's dominated by vanilla and oak-derived spice at this stage.",Vieilles Vignes Rasteau,26,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Tardieu-Laurent 2004 Vieilles Vignes Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2004-vieilles-vignes-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Tardieu-Laurent
13,White,Chile,"Chill this down and let it go, and you'll be surprised at how solid this white is. Citrus peel aromas lead toward pear and banana flavors that are supported by acidity and pop. A lightweight in the end, but it's ripe and tasty. Good by the glass or in a spritzer.",Gato Negro,5,85,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2006 Gato Negro Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2006-gato-negro-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,San Pedro
13.2,Red,US,"Midnight black, super dry and bitterly tannic, but with structural elegance, this is a wine that calls for imagination with food pairing. Good beef comes to mind, char-broiled and garlicky. Gamblers will cellar it.",,28,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2003 Petit Verdot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2003-petit-verdot-napa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2003,Rutherford Hill
13.5,White,US,"Who let the cats out? This sure is a feline-scented wine, with cat pee, grapefruit, lime and melon flavors. Last year, Wine Enthusiast's collective Tasting Panel liked the very similar '04. I'm less of a fan of this particular style.",Estate Bottled,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2005 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2005-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,St. Supéry
,Red,US,"JanKris is located in the cooler, westside Templeton Gap area of Paso Robles, and their wines are moderately priced. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot is very fruity, with ripe blackberry, cherry, pomegranate, cocoa, tobacco and coffee flavors that finish softly dry. There's something about the long, rich aftertaste that makes this balanced wine especially impressive, and at this price, it's a great house red.",Estate Crossfire,10,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,JanKris 2004 Estate Crossfire Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jankris-2004-estate-crossfire-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,JanKris
,White,US,"A combination of Santa Maria and Santa Rita fruit, with the majority from Bien Nacido, this is a dry, crisp Chardonnay. It's more rustic than the Chards from Foley, the parent winery, but shows some interesting qualities.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lincourt 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Lincourt
12.5,White,Argentina,"Light-bodied and more in line with traditional, quaffable Torrontès, this one offers a whiff of orange blossom and lemon in front of melon, kiwi and lime flavors. Good in texture, as it doesn't try to do too much. Imported by Southern Wine Group.",,10,85,Other,La Rioja,,La Yunta 2005 Torrontés (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yunta-2005-torrontes-rioja/,Torrontés,2005,La Yunta
13,White,New Zealand,"A straightforward, easy-drinking Chardonnay from one of New Zealand's best Chardonnay producers. Peach, pineapple and citrus fruits give a round impression on the palate, finishing with a tart edge. Drink now.",Village,19,85,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2005 Village Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2005-village-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2005,Kumeu River
13,Red,New Zealand,"Marked by its stay in barrel, this rare Pinot Noir from near Auckland displays smoky, bacon-scented aromas, followed up on the palate by savory flavors of dried mushrooms and cured meats. Not a wine for lovers of New World fruit, it appears to be aiming for more sous bois complexity.",,30,85,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2003 Pinot Noir (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2003-pinot-noir-kumeu/,Pinot Noir,2003,Kumeu River
13.9,White,US,"Crisp in crunchy, mouthwatering acidity, with little or no oak, this Chard shows purely etched flavors of pineapples, kiwis, limes and dusty spices. It's a fruit-forward, food-friendly wine that's clean and direct.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Maddalena
13.5,White,France,"This is a broad, mouthfilling wine that just isn't that expressive from a flavor perspective. There are hints of spice and minerality, including anise tinges, and hints of melon and pineapple fruit. But there's just not that much intensity. More of a textural experience than a flavorful one.",Belleruche Blanc,14,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 2005 Belleruche Blanc White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2005-belleruche-blanc-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,M. Chapoutier
,Red,France,"Shows some rustic spicy and herbal notes, along with strawberry and herbal tea flavors. Light in body, and a bit tart and tannic on the finish, this lacks the generosity shown by the other 2004 reds in the lineup.",Domaine de la Croix Jacquelet,21,84,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Faiveley 2004 Domaine de la Croix Jacquelet  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2004-domaine-croix-jacquelet-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2004,Faiveley
,Red,France,"Smells meaty, with hints of salami and cedar dominating the modest dried-cherry fruit. Woody on the finish. Hold 2–3 years and hope for better integration.",Le Grand Courtil,28,84,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2004 Le Grand Courtil  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2004-le-grand-courtil-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Ferraton Père et Fils
13.5,Red,US,"If you're looking for fat, opulent Napa fruit, go elsewhere. This wine has an unrelieved austerity. The coffee and soy flavors are super-tannic and searingly dry. Hard to tell what the winemaker was thinking. Maybe it'll go somewhere in the cellar.",,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2003 Malbec (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2003-malbec-napa-valley/,Malbec,2003,Rutherford Hill
13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts with a firm hint of green bean and tobacco, and later on plum and berry fruit enter the picture. The feel on this Cab is pretty good, with nice tannins and weight. But throughout you get touches of mint and pole beans that interfere with the fruit. Good to an extent, but green.",Reserve,15,84,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Carmen
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Meaty, with dark fruit flavors, this wine has dry, hefty tannins that power through to the finish, picking up notes of leather and band-aid along the way.",,15,84,Coastal Region,,,Pine Crest 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-crest-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pine Crest
14.1,Red,US,"A bit sweet, this Pinot, grown in the Arroyo Seco area, is soft and silky, with very ripe, extracted cherry pie flavors and a spicy finish.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2004 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2004,San Simeon
13,Red,Australia,"This 65-35 blend feels pretty light on the palate, but it plumps out a bit with some air. It offers pedestrian red plum and cherry fruit and a decent texture, particularly for the price.",,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2005-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2005,Alice White
13.5,White,US,"This Chard tastes like the juice you get in canned apricots and peaches, although it's properly dry, with good acidity. It's a simple sipper that will work in most everyday situations.",Glittering Throated Emerald,15,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Clos La Chance 2005 Glittering Throated Emerald Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2005-glittering-throated-emerald-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Clos La Chance
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Moscato often offers a musky smell,  and this wine delivers just that. There's wet earth, moss and strong, creamy aromas that smell very much like peach yogurt. Tingling acidity lingers in the mouth.",Pitulè,11,83,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Neirano 2004 Pitulè  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neirano-2004-pitule-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Neirano
13,Red,Australia,"Smells like flowers and ripe berries, and the palate delivers berry and maple flavors. One-dimensional, but will satisfy those who like forward, sweetish wines.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Little Penguin 2005 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-penguin-2005-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2005,Little Penguin
13.8,Red,Argentina,"A weird wine with early sneaker-sole aromas that change to root beer and liqueur later on. The palate is soft, almost devoid of tannin, with sugary black fruit that seems either a touch cooked or a close cousin of recioto. Lacks the edge of a balanced wine. Imported by Epic Wines.",Grand,21,82,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Joffré e Hijas 2004 Grand Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joffre-e-hijas-2004-grand-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Joffré e Hijas
13,Red,New Zealand,"A disappointment from a winery and vineyard that has produced some very good Pinot in the past, this shows plenty of smoky, meaty complexity and slightly herbal, cherry fruit. Light in weight, with a caramel edge to the finish.",,29,82,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Isabel Estate
13,Red,Spain,"Piercing wood intersects with cherry aromas in front of a lean, scrappy palate that features short raspberry and cherry flavors. Quite tangy, zesty stuff with no off flavors but nothing to write home about, either.",Oak Aged 12 months,16,82,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Finca La Estacada 2002 Oak Aged 12 months Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-estacada-2002-oak-aged-12-months-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2002,Finca La Estacada
,Red,France,"Overoaked, with cedary notes obscuring the lean cherry fruit. Astringently woody on the vanilla-laden finish.",Les Combaud,22,82,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine de Fauterie 2004 Les Combaud  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fauterie-2004-combaud-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine de Fauterie
13.5,Red,France,"Really dark and savory in character, with scents and flavors that run toward meat, soy sauce, mushroom, coffee and prune. Tart and firmly tannic on the finish. Save the extra money and buy the regular bottling, which shows better balance.",Les Adrès Rasteau,32,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine du Trapadis 2003 Les Adrès Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-trapadis-2003-adres-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine du Trapadis
13.2,Red,Spain,"Pickled aromas are obvious on the chunky, warm bouquet, and never does the wine shed its green personality. The palate offers brown sugar and baked fruit, while the finish leaves an impression of carob and green bean.",Cuatro Meses Barrica,14,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Fuentenarro 2003 Cuatro Meses Barrica  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-fuentenarro-2003-cuatro-meses-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Viña Fuentenarro
13.9,White,US,"Awfully weak in flavor, especially at this price, like a pretty decent Chard that was watered down. You'll find trace elements of peaches, pineapples and oak.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 2004 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-59085/,Chardonnay,2004,Wild Horse
,Red,France,"Gives off some subtle whiffs of smoke, but it's light and diffuse on the nose, then bland on the palate. Modest fruit leads into a tart, berry-zinger finish.",La Matinière,19,82,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2004 La Matinière  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2004-matiniere-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Ferraton Père et Fils
13,White,Portugal,"This medium-bodied white is a bit prickly and tough to like, with citrus pith aromas and largely neutral flavors that turn chalky and peppery on the finish.",Selected Harvest,16,82,Douro,,,Terras do Grifo 2005 Selected Harvest Malvasia Fina (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-grifo-2005-selected-harvest-other-white-malvasia-fina-douro/,Malvasia Fina,2005,Terras do Grifo
13.5,White,Australia,"Has some lemon meringue and nut on the nose, but the palate quickly loses steam after a punchy, acidic first impression. Flattens out on the finish.",,10,82,Victoria,Alpine Valleys,,Paiko 2005 Chardonnay (Alpine Valleys),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paiko-2005-chardonnay-alpine-valleys/,Chardonnay,2005,Paiko
12.5,Red,France,"Has some attractive anise and cinnamon aromas, but turns tannic and drying on the finish, with no prospects for improvement over time. Drink now.",Roguebrussane,30,82,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Maison Bouachon 2003 Roguebrussane  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouachon-2003-roguebrussane-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,Maison Bouachon
,White,France,"Neutral to the point of blandness. It's wet and fresh, but uninteresting.",La Source,24,82,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2005 La Source  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2005-source-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2005,Ferraton Père et Fils
13.5,White,US,"The winery's lowest tier, among four, is watery-thin, with almost no flavor at all. You'll find oak, acidity, alcohol and a drop of pineapple.",Selected Vineyard,10,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Selected Vineyard Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-selected-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Concannon
14.1,Red,US,"Heavy and soft, with syrupy berry and fruit flavors, this Pinot seriously lacks acidity. What a disappointment.",,24,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Clos du Val
15.9,Red,US,"Huge Pinot, dark and extracted, with enormously ripe flavors of baked cherry pie, blackberry jam, cola and chocolate. As delicious as this may sound, the wine suffers from being too soft. Finishes with white sugary sweetness.",Sea Smoke Vineyard,62,82,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2004 Sea Smoke Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2004-sea-smoke-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foxen
13.8,Rose,US,"Simple and dry, but the big problem with this blush is that it has no flavor! If you close your eyes and concentrate, you can conjur up some cherries. But it's basically alcoholized water.",Rosé of,19,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2005 Rosé of Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2005-rose-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2005,Rutherford Hill
13.9,Red,US,"This Cab comes from the vineyard that Iron Horse had such success with. Hall now owns it, but this 100% Cab is a letdown. It's lean, austere, severely dry and tannic, with herbaceous, tobacco flavors that only suggest fruit.",T-bar-T Ranch,38,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hall 2003 T-bar-T Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2003-t-bar-t-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hall
14.8,Red,US,"Simple, soft and flat, and rather sweet, with cola, cherry and peppery spice flavors. This Zin is said to come from 100-year old vines in Lodi.",Century Old Vines,,82,California,California Other,California,Estate Raffaele 2004 Century Old Vines Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-raffaele-2004-century-old-vines-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Estate Raffaele
15.9,Red,US,"Not a success, and it had to be heat spells at harvest. The alcohol is a kick-in-the-butt 15.9%, and the wine is semi-sweet in cherry coughdrop flavors.",Starlane Vineyard,35,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2003 Starlane Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2003-starlane-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Epiphany
,Red,France,"It's cleanly made, but this is dry and leathery, with meager fruit.",,28,82,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 2002  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2002,E. Guigal
15.3,Red,US,"Tastes like there's enough residual sugar to bake a pie. There's no doubting the deliciousness of the cherry, raspberry and chocolate flavors, but that sweetness is off-putting.",Cobble Creek,25,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2004 Cobble Creek Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-cobble-creek-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Castoro Cellars
12.5,White,Spain,"Gold in color with nondescript aromas of wheat and apple. Turns to tart on the palate, with lemon and green-apple flavors. Adequate at best.",,8,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa de la Reina 2004 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-reina-2004-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2004,Casa de la Reina
,Red,France,"I liked this producer's 2003 Sablet despite the obvious influence of brettanomyces, but the Gigondas takes that to another level, yielding Band Aid flavors that easily obscure the fruit, which turns slightly metallic on the finish.",,19,82,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine de la Mavette 2003  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mavette-2003-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Mavette
14.1,Red,US,"Weedy, with menthol flavors and a touch of blackberry. The lack of fruity richness emphasizes the acidity and tannins.",Long Shadow,20,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnwood 2004 Long Shadow Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-2004-long-shadow-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2004,Barnwood
13,Red,Spain,"Heavy and green, with nutty, leathery aromas. Rather candied and less than fresh in the mouth, with a weedy underbelly on the palate. Finishes herbal, minty and burnt, but with a lot of size and power.",Vega del Rio - Crianza,14,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Navajas 2002 Vega del Rio - Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navajas-2002-vega-rio-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2002,Bodegas Navajas
14.6,Red,US,"With five Rhone varieties, this Châteauneuf-style wine is soft, simple and a bit cooked. It has cherry pie filling flavors and finishes rustic, with a trace of stewed fruit.",Glenrose Vineyard Rhone Style Red Wine,26,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2003 Glenrose Vineyard Rhone Style Red Wine Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2003-glenrose-vineyard-rhone-style-red-wine-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Adelaida
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Burmester's entry into the Douro table wine sweepstakes is a medium-bodied, somewhat leathery wine. Some glue and vinyl notes on the nose, strawberry and rhubarb notes on the palate, and a dry, dusty finish all make for a wine that's decent, nothing more.",Tavedo,8,82,Douro,,,Burmester 2002 Tavedo Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burmester-2002-tavedo-red-douro/,Red Blend,2002,Burmester
14.2,Red,US,"Green and weedy, with mint and cherry aromas leading to lean cherry flavors. Finishes dry and tart.",,23,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foppiano
13,White,Portugal,"Starts off with a bit of matchstick on the nose, then opens to reveal a fairly bland, innocuous white with a plump mouthfeel.",Condado das Vinhas,8,82,Alentejano,,,Herdade Grande 2004 Condado das Vinhas White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grande-2004-condado-das-vinhas-white-alentejano/,White Blend,2004,Herdade Grande
13,White,France,"Somewhat earthy and musky on the nose, this broad, full-bodied, low-acid white sort of crawls onto the palate and lays there. It's O.K., just not exciting in any way.",Cuvée Les Mattes Nègres,11,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine A. Mazurd & Fils 2005 Cuvée Les Mattes Nègres White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-mazurd-fils-2005-cuvee-mattes-negres-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine A. Mazurd & Fils
14.5,Red,France,"A rare disappointment from the co-op at Estézargues, with just enough volatility to limit its enjoyment. Floral and spice scents poke through a veil of nail polish, and there is some bold black cherry fruit on the midpalate.",,14,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine la Montagnette 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montagnette-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine la Montagnette
,Red,France,"Rather light and bland, this is the rare example of a Gigondas that lacks both flavor and body.",,,82,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine des Tourelles 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tourelles-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine des Tourelles
13,White,Argentina,"The bouquet initially yields iodine and ham aromas, but airing settles it down. Sweet and full of apple flavors in the mouth, while the finish veers dangerously close to cider-like. Struggles to make its mark.",Los Cardos,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2005 Los Cardos Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2005-los-cardos-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Doña Paula
12.5,White,US,"Not much going on with this thin, watery wine. It's dry and tart, with a splash of citrus flavor.",,5,82,California,California Other,California,Crane Lake 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-lake-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Crane Lake
13.5,White,Australia,"There's not much to this wine's nose, and the alcohol is quite noticeable on the palate. Modest citrus and mineral flavors are couched in a bulky, low-acid body.",,10,82,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simplicity 2005 White (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simplicity-2005-white-mclaren-vale/,White Blend,2005,Simplicity
14.7,Red,US,"Smells like a chocolate brownie, tastes dry and raisiny and strong in cooked cherry pie flavors. This Zin was a victim of excessive heat.",Century Vines,30,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2003 Century Vines Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2003-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Sausal
13,Red,Portugal,"The Alentejo is a warm region, and this wine, in this vintage, seems to have gotten a bit too warm. The cherry fruit is a bit dulled and baked, but then there's enough acidity to bring it into some semblance of balance. Dusty and soft on the finish.",Versátil,13,82,Alentejano,,,Santa Vitoria 2004 Versátil Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-vitoria-2004-versatil-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2004,Santa Vitoria
13,White,Argentina,"Smells like a tropical fruit salad, with chunky, flat pineapple in the lead. Diluted melon is the main flavor, with some grapefruit coming on late. Short on texture and depth. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",,9,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2005 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2005-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2005,Santa Julia
14,Red,Portugal,"Combines tobacco and baked fruit scents on the nose, then delivers flavors reminiscent of charred leather and cooked plums. Medium-bodied, with a supple, earth-and-tobacco finish.",,23,82,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Carmo 2002 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carmo-2002-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2002,Quinta do Carmo
,Red,France,"A bit of a step down from the 2005 version of this wine. Tart cherries are accented by herbal notes that come perilously close to green bean. Not much texture or richness here, finishing crisp.",Clos Paradis Premier Cru,23,82,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Prosper Maufoux 2004 Clos Paradis Premier Cru  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2004-clos-paradis-premier-cru-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2004,Prosper Maufoux
12,Rose,Australia,,Pink,10,82,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simplicity 2005 Pink Rosé (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simplicity-2005-pink-rose-mclaren-vale/,Rosé,2005,Simplicity
14.6,Red,US,Smells too raisiny and tastes too hot and sweet to merit a higher score. The grapes seem to have gotten away from the pickers during the harvest.,Charmstone,30,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pine Ridge 2002 Charmstone Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2002-charmstone-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Pine Ridge
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A touch of mulch and smoked meat make for a confounding, less than pure bouquet. And in the mouth, there's rubbery black cherry followed by an almost salty finish. Doesn't seem complete; something is missing, namely polish and purity of fruit.",,9,82,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2005 Bonarda (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2005-other-red-bonarda-san-juan/,Bonarda,2005,Finca Las Moras
,White,France,"At the bottom end of the Tavel co-op's hierarchy, this white Côtes-du-Rhône is neutral and bland but still shows adequate weight and clean winemaking.",Terre des Lauzeraies,9,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2005 Terre des Lauzeraies White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2005-terre-lauzeraies-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Les Vignerons de Tavel
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas run the gamut from earth to sweet grapiness. On the palate, the wine has sour plum fruit with a green, metallic edge. Not a giving, round wine.",Rawson's Retreat,9,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2005 Rawson's Retreat Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2005-rawsons-retreat-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Penfolds
,Red,US,"Simple, with cherry, cola and coffee flavors, this wine is a bit sweet, with a harsh, hot finish.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2004 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Claiborne & Churchill
13,Red,Uruguay,"This basic Tannat is more acceptable than the winery's higher-priced reserve wine simply because it's fruity, short and precise. Of course, it's tannic and rough, but that's the nature of the grape and country of origin.",De Reserva,13,82,Uruguay,,,Bodegas Carrau 2002 De Reserva Tannat (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-carrau-2002-de-reserva-other-red-tannat/,Tannat,2002,Bodegas Carrau
14.8,Red,US,"Too superripe with a raisiny, Porty taste. Although the wine is dry, it just can't overcome that baked-fruit quality.",Pocai Vineyard,22,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2002 Pocai Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2002-pocai-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Ballentine
14,Red,Argentina,"Best at the beginning, where balsamic notes blend with earth and leather to create a dark, brooding nose. The palate, however, is dull and reduced; it's like a bite of devil's food cake: one bite is enough. Seems like the grapes were picked too late; it's stewy.",Reserva,15,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carinae 2004 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carinae-2004-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Carinae
,Red,France,"This is the co-op's entry-level wine, a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah. The bright raspberry fruit is pretty on the nose, but a bit tart and hard on the finish.",Cuvée Ambre,,83,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Vinsobraise 2005 Cuvée Ambre Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinsobraise-2005-cuvee-ambre-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Vinsobraise
,Red,Argentina,"Heavy and dark, with raisin, animal crackers and tobacco aromas. Offbeat on the palate, with forceful but awkward blackberry flavors and cloying, hard-hitting tannins. Short flavors; hot and baked. Imported by Biagio Cru & Estate Wines, LLC.",Limited Edition,40,83,Other,Famatina Valley,,Raza 2003 Limited Edition Syrah (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raza-2003-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-famatina-valley/,Syrah,2003,Raza
,Red,US,"Rather hot, with Porty aromas and flavors, this warm-climate Zin, with very high alcohol, finishes dry and raisiny-fruity.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Saucelito Canyon 2004 Zinfandel (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saucelito-canyon-2004-zinfandel-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Saucelito Canyon
,Red,US,"Grown in the warmest part of the appellation, a region that really needs its own designation, this is a dry, rustic Cab, with herb and cigarette aromas and tart red cherry flavors. Drink now.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Saucelito Canyon 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saucelito-canyon-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Saucelito Canyon
,Red,France,"Starts with some matchstick scents, then adds aromas and flavors of coffee and prune. Good if you're looking for dark flavors and dried fruits. Just don't expect something racy or fresh.",Domaine Mas du Bouquet,16,83,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vignerons de Caractère 2004 Domaine Mas du Bouquet Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2004-domaine-mas-bouquet-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vignerons de Caractère
13,Red,Chile,"Savory at first, with roasted aromas of beets, prune and raisin. Tastes fairly sweet for a dry Cabernet, as the mouthfeel is almost cloying and sugary. Inoffensive on the finish but flat.",Grande,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Veo 2004 Grande Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veo-2004-grande-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Veo
13.3,White,Australia,This Chard offers mealy Golden Delicious apple flavors hung on a narrow frame. Modest floral aromas and citrus peel flavors start and finish the wine.,Unwooded,15,83,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2005 Unwooded Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2005-unwooded-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2005,West Cape Howe
14.5,White,US,"Trefethen's vineyard is located south of the prime Bordeaux terroir of Napa, toward the Bay, and although Carneros Merlot can be excellent, this one seems unripe. It has a wintergreen aroma, and is dry and sharp in the mouth, with modest blackberry flavors and astringent tannins.",Estate Grown,30,83,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2002 Estate Grown Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2002-estate-grown-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2002,Trefethen
15,Red,South Africa,"A meaty, spicy nose offers plum and cassis along with prune and brown raisin, leading to a palate ripe with more of the same flavors. Lean and dry, with dusty tannins. Leathery notes develop, then follow through to the finish. Imported by Boutinot.",,19,83,Stellenbosch,,,Peacock Ridge 2005 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peacock-ridge-2005-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2005,Peacock Ridge
13,Red,Spain,"Losing color and steam; the nose already is showing sherry, root beer and other oxidized notes of tobacco and caramel. Tastes of rooty fruit, earth and some citrus peel. Has seen better days.",Reserva,13,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Arienzo 1999 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-arienzo-1999-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,Marques de Arienzo
13.8,White,US,"Feels flat and soft, with  weak peach and pineapple fruit. Slightly sugary on the finish. Barrel fermentation adds some richness.",,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Markham
,White,Spain,"Hard apple and lemony aromas lead to a stiff palate defined by tart green apple, underripe pineapple and green herbs. More acidic than desirable, with a clean finish.",Solaz Blanco,8,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Osborne 2004 Solaz Blanco Viura (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-2004-solaz-blanco-spanish-white-viura-vino-tierra-castilla/,Viura,2004,Osborne
14,Red,Argentina,"Straightforward plum and rubber aromas seem slightly baked or burnt, while the palate features hard peppery flavors at the center of a powerful yet mildly scouring red-fruit palate. Not offensive but basic and raw. Imported by South Valley Wines.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Novus 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novus-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Novus
,White,France,"A relatively flat, neutral white, this is a blend of 40% Viognier, 30% Marsanne and 30% Grenache Blanc. It's not too broad or fat, but none too crisp, either. Think of it as a clean, blank canvas you can perk up with any type of food.",,15,83,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine le Colombier 2005 White (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-colombier-2005-white-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine le Colombier
12.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery yet light-bodied, with distant berry and burnt-wood aromas. Seems dilute and more acidic than ideal, with crisp fruit flavors that run tart and zippy. More of a wake-you-up wine than something rich and plump.",Roble,10,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca El Encinal 2003 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-encinal-2003-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Finca El Encinal
13,White,Argentina,"Yellowish rather than pale in color, which indicates some overripeness that's confirmed on the chunky, apple-driven nose. Big on the palate as well, with tropical fruit preceding a lazy finish. Big in flavor but lacks touch. Imported by Cabernet Corporation.",High Altitude Vineyards,10,83,Other,Cafayate,,Don Rodolfo 2005 High Altitude Vineyards Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2005-high-altitude-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2005,Don Rodolfo
,White,France,"Rather neutral on the nose and in the mouth, with bland flavors vaguely reminiscent of peach and melon. Clean and fresh.",La Chasse du Pape Prestige,10,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Gabriel Meffre 2005 La Chasse du Pape Prestige White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2005-chasse-pape-prestige-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Gabriel Meffre
12.5,Red,Spain,"See-through in color, with leafy, earthy aromas that turn more oaky with time. Almost citric in flavor, with tart, lean raspberry and strawberry flavors. Clean but missing potency; juicy nearly to the point of sour.",,8,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa de la Reina 2003  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-reina-2003-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Casa de la Reina
13.5,Red,Australia,"This 80-20 Shiraz-dominant blend has nice aromas of wheat bread and oak, with lifted blueberry and raspberry fruit peeking through from underneath. The palate is solid in terms of texture and plum-blackberry flavor, but suffers from a green/citrus pith sourness.",db Selection,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2005 db Selection Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-db-selection-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,De Bortoli
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells kind of confected, like blueberry fruit roll-up. There's intensity on the front palate, but it fades away as quickly as it came. Offers anise and berry flavors, and a metallic hint on the finish.",Deen Vat 4,13,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2004 Deen Vat 4 Petit Verdot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2004-deen-vat-4-petit-verdot-south-eastern/,Petit Verdot,2004,De Bortoli
,Red,France,"Seems a bit overripe, with sweet, raisin-scented fruit and supple tannins. Drink now.",Esprit de Granit,21,83,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Cave de Tain 2003 Esprit de Granit  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2003-esprit-granit-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,Cave de Tain
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Basic Port, slightly syrupy and sweet, with dried cherry and chocolate flavors and a plump, easygoing mouthfeel. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",Special Reserve,16,83,Port,,,Cockburn's NV Special Reserve  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-nv-special-reserve-port-48567/,Port,,Cockburn's
,Red,France,"Light in color and body, with modest cherry aromas and flavors. Picks up hints of tea leaves on the finish. Drink now.",Seigneur de Lauris,10,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Arnoux & Fils 2003 Seigneur de Lauris Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2003-seigneur-lauris-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Arnoux & Fils
14.5,Red,US,"Dark, very dry, soft and simple. A hot wine with earthy tobacco and sour cherry flavors. Finishes dry and astringent.",Untamed,20,83,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Barnwood 2004 Untamed Tempranillo (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-2004-untamed-tempranillo-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Tempranillo,2004,Barnwood
14.9,Red,US,"Too sweet and pastry-like for me, with cherry and raspberry flavors that taste a bit sugared, like pie filling, then dusted with sweetened cocoa. The wine is also too soft. You'll either love it or you won't.",,36,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ledson 2003 Primitivo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2003-zinfandel-primitivo-napa-valley/,Primitivo,2003,Ledson
13,Red,Spain,"Quite rooty and earthy, with brandied cherry aromas. Not too pure and fruity, as green bean and carob creep onto the palate. Finishes a touch dry and tannic. Seems caught in Neverland.",Gran Reserva,25,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,LAN 1998 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lan-1998-gran-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1998,LAN
13.5,White,US,"A little sweet, a little rustic, with big, forward pear, apricot and peaches and cream flavors and a scrubbing of good acidity.",,12,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Three Families 2005 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-families-2005-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Three Families
14,Red,Spain,"Quite a bit different than the bodega's Flor de Grealo prestige bottling; this wine is a touch stewy, with molasses and braised-beef aromas. The palate leans toward unctuous and syrupy, while the finish is flatter than ideal. A blend of Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Petit Grealo,16,83,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Vinya L'Hereu 2002 Petit Grealo Red (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinya-lhereu-2002-petit-grealo-red-costers-segre/,Red Blend,2002,Vinya L'Hereu
13.5,Red,Chile,"An okay little confection. A bit rubbery and lightly fruity on the nose, but also a touch funky. Decent cherry and strawberry flavors; more generic than anything. Totally inoffensive and fine if you like critter wines with goofy names.",,8,83,Chile,,,Big Fat Llama 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-fat-llama-2005-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Big Fat Llama
13.5,White,Argentina,"This 50-50 blend of Chardonnay and Viognier is a bit oily and heavy in the mouth. It's thickly textured, with broad pear and spice flavors that lack the crisply delineated floral notes Viognier should bring to the table. Solid, rather than exciting.",Marlena,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas del Tupun 2006 Marlena Chardonnay-Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tupun-2006-marlena-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-mendoza/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2006,Bodegas del Tupun
,Red,France,"From Les Vignerons de Beaumes de Venise, this is a cheery, light-bodied Côtes-du-Rhône. Pretty cherry flavors lack much substance but do quench a thirst. Try serving it chilled with light meals, like you might a simple Beaujolais.",Des Toques,,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Balma Venitia 2005 Des Toques Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balma-venitia-2005-toques-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Balma Venitia
13.5,Red,Australia,"A good, introductory-level Pinot with decent intensity and a very approachable style. Offers cherry, cola and modest oak shadings, and a soft mouth feel.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Little Penguin 2005 Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-penguin-2005-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2005,Little Penguin
12.5,White,US,"Nice and dry, with clean, crisp acidity, but the main problem is a lack of flavor. Tastes very thin and stripped, with watery orange and green apple fruit. Last year's bottling seemed richer.",Oak Barrel Fermented,10,83,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2004 Oak Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2004-oak-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Forest Glen
13.8,Red,US,"Very dry and somewhat tart in acids, this is a lean, austere Merlot. It shows thin flavors of cherries, with a minty, green edge.",,28,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Hall
,Rose,US,"Simple, soft and a little sweet, with strawberry and raspberry soda flavors and a spicy, white peppery finish. Nice picnic or beach blush wine.",Syrah Rosé,12,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2005 Syrah Rosé Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2005-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2005,Maddalena
,Red,France,"This large négociant has turned out a decent Saint-Joseph filled with flavors of dusty black plums. The finish suffers from some hard tannins, so drink this wine young with rare beef or lamb.",,,83,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Louis Bernard 2003  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,Louis Bernard
,Red,France,"Unusual for a 2004 in that it shows flavors of roasted rather than fresh fruit and seems a bit lacking energy. It's still good enough to wash down a weekday meal, but nothing to get excited about.",La Chapelle Saint Benoit,11,83,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Les Grandes Serres 2004 La Chapelle Saint Benoit Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/les-grandes-serres-2004-chapelle-saint-benoit-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Les Grandes Serres
14.5,Red,US,"Dry, thin and tannic, with low-key cherry flavors, but clean. This acidic wine needs Italian food to balance it.",,34,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ledson 2003 Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2003-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2003,Ledson
14,Red,Portugal,"Seems a touch less than fully ripe, dominated by grassy-herbal notes and strawberry fruit. Some drying tannins on the finish contribute to that same impression, but it might be just the thing with rare burgers.",,16,83,Douro,,,Quinta do Côa 2004 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-coa-2004-red-douro/,Red Blend,2004,Quinta do Côa
13.5,White,US,"You'll find some peach and apple flavors in this wine, but they're rather watery, and the wine lacks the acidity to make it bright, like those Australian and New Zealand unoaked Chards. It's not bad, just an underachiever.",Unoaked,13,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sierra Vista 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Chardonnay,2005,Sierra Vista
13,Red,Spain,"Light red to brick in color. Starts out spicy and leathery with more rhubarb and bramble than, say, black fruit. Tastes largely of raspberry and strawberry before finishing with caramel and a touch of toast. Simple.",Primum Vitae Crianza,19,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vallformosa 2001 Primum Vitae Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-2001-primum-vitae-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Vallformosa
14.5,Red,US,"This is a sharp, tannic, astringent Cabernet, loaded with what smells like new oak, and the question is, Will it age? The wine is not nearly as lush or opulent as many, if not most, of its Napa colleagues. My hunch is that it will not reward aging.",Estate Grown,45,83,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2002 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2002-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Trefethen
14,White,US,"Comes down on the thin, herbaceous side, with bell pepper flavors and a hint of lime. Acidity is high and cleansing, and the finish is bone dry.",Estate,16,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2005 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2005-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Clos La Chance
14.2,Red,Argentina,"Red plum pushed by hard smoke aromas create a firm, rubbery bouquet. Sweet and oozing on the palate, with a lot of run-away flavors. Not terribly soft or refined but full of flavor and power. Base-level. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Elsa,9,83,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2005 Elsa Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2005-elsa-cabernet-sauvignon-san-rafael/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Valentín Bianchi
13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark, with a heavy warmth to the nose and lots of earth and toast. Comes on more racy in the mouth, with snappy red-cherry and roasted plum flavors. Gets harder and harder as it opens, displaying heat and tannin. Needs better balance and cushion.",Crianza,28,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2003 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2003-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2003,Matarromera
14,Red,France,"This Grenache-dominated (70%) blend isn't as impressive as its brother Les Monticauts in 2003. The color is already showing some fading, and the fruit is dried, not fresh, featuring dried cherries, prunes and dark chocolate. A bit rough in texture too, with rustic tannins on the finish. Drink now.",Les Genets Chusclan,15,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Les Vignerons de Chusclan 2003 Les Genets Chusclan Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-chusclan-2003-genets-chusclan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Les Vignerons de Chusclan
14.2,Rose,US,"This dark pink-colored wine has simple strawberry and vanilla flavors. It's dry and soft, an easy sipper for the summer.",Syrah,16,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ortman Family 2005 Syrah Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2005-syrah-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2005,Ortman Family
,Red,France,"Some postbottling sulfur should dissipate over the next several months, by which time this firmly structured, crisp wine should be slightly more approachable. Cherry flavors are clean and direct, but lack concentration and nuance.",,11,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Notre Dame de Cousignac 2005 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notre-dame-cousignac-2005-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Notre Dame de Cousignac
13.5,White,Spain,"Tomato and rhubarb are present on the earthy nose, which isn't very fruity but does set the stage for solid raspberry and cherry flavors. Medium to light in weight, with a slight barnyardy, herbal quality to the finish.",Oak Aged 6 Months,13,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Finca La Estacada 2004 Oak Aged 6 Months Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-estacada-2004-oak-aged-6-months-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2004,Finca La Estacada
,Red,France,"A quaffable if somewhat innocuous Côtes-du-Rhône with modest cherry fruit. The blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and the remainder Cinsault and Mourvèdre is medium-bodied, then thins out a bit on the finish.",La Chasse du Pape Prestige,10,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Gabriel Meffre 2005 La Chasse du Pape Prestige Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2005-chasse-pape-prestige-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Gabriel Meffre
,Red,France,"A bit light in color—and while that isn't always a bad sign—in this case, the wine seems to follow suit, lacking bouquet and flavor intensity. Modest cherry fruit with some leathery notes; although it's perfectly drinkable, for a cru it's a disappointment.",,23,83,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,La Bastide Saint Vincent 2004  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastide-saint-vincent-2004-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,La Bastide Saint Vincent
13.5,Red,US,A little too sharp and green. You'll find a minty aroma and flavor somewhat relieved by tart red cherries and a touch of oak.,,13,83,California,California Other,California,Red Truck 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-truck-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Red Truck
,Red,US,"With alcohol of 16% and a sweet finish, this raspberry- and cherry-flavored Zin defines a hot-climate style. You either like it or you don't, but it flies its flag proudly.",Dos Ranchos,30,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Saucelito Canyon 2004 Dos Ranchos Zinfandel (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saucelito-canyon-2004-ranchos-zinfandel-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Saucelito Canyon
,Red,US,"Well-structured and dry, this Cab has proper varietal flavors framed in sturdy but fine tannins. It's a velvety smooth wine, but the fruit is on the thin side.",,35,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rutherford Hill
13,Red,France,"A bit of a disappointment from this normally reliable négociant, the 2003 rouge seems old before its time, showing a bit of alcoholic warmth through its leather and spice flavors. The 2004 blanc and 2005 rosé are very good, so wait for the next vintage of rouge before stocking up.",,12,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,E. Guigal 2003 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2003-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,E. Guigal
,Red,France,"Smoky, meaty and cedary from its stay in oak, but there's not much depth behind the facade. Finishes on berry-tea notes of cranberry and dry tannins.",Clos les Cornirets,25,83,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave Fayolle Fils et Fille 2004 Clos les Cornirets  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-fayolle-fils-fille-2004-clos-cornirets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Cave Fayolle Fils et Fille
13.5,Rose,Chile,"Begins rough and funky, with aromatic notes of red cabbage and syrupy berries. The palate on this Merlot-Cabernet rosé is less about berry flavors and more about plump, soft peach and citrus. Adequate in the mouth, but not very zesty.",La Palma Rosé,8,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2006 La Palma Rosé Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2006-palma-rose-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Viña La Rosa
,Red,France,Just another competently made but ultimately innocuous wine with understated cherry flavors and a thin finish. Good but not exciting.,Privilege des Vignerons,,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vignerons de Caractère 2004 Privilege des Vignerons Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2004-privilege-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vignerons de Caractère
13.5,Red,US,"Gets the job done with minty cherr-berry flavors and a clean mouthfeel. The wine is dry, with a good balance of acidity and velvety tannins.",Oak Barrel Selection,10,83,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2004 Oak Barrel Selection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2004-oak-barrel-selection-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Forest Glen
,Red,France,"Rather light in hue, and already showing some browning. This is fully mature, maybe even a little past it, but still holds onto some attractive peach notes to go with leather and tea flavors.",,,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de Fontavin 2003 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fontavin-2003-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Fontavin
,Red,France,"Overtly oaky, brimming with cedar, vanilla and wood spice. Has a creamy-textured, vanilla-laden midpalate but finishes with enough dry wood to build a log cabin.",Cuvée Marie Dubois,12,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de Couron 2003 Cuvée Marie Dubois Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-couron-2003-cuvee-marie-dubois-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes/,Syrah,2003,Domaine de Couron
,Red,France,"Like the other Coursodon bottlings, this is marred by brettanomyces. There's some decent cherry fruit, but the wine is dominated by horse-blanket aromas.",L'Olivaie,36,83,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Coursodon 2004 L'Olivaie  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coursodon-2004-lolivaie-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Coursodon
,Red,France,"With its baked-fruit aromas and high alcohol, this wine is very 2003. Will appeal to those who admire size and dried fruit; less so those looking for freshness and spice.",Angelique,15,83,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Duseigneur 2003 Angelique Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-duseigneur-2003-angelique-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Duseigneur
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A bit heavy and muddled up front, but that could be construed as being earthy. The flavors run a touch green, but along with that leaning there's zesty red fruit and some tannin. Grabby but not harsh. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Los Cardos,10,83,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Doña Paula 2005 Los Cardos Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2005-los-cardos-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Doña Paula
,Red,France,"Clean and fresh, marked by tart cherry aromas and flavors. Lacks depth and lushness, but might make a nice picnic red.",Les Brottiers,14,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Brotte 2005 Les Brottiers Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotte-2005-brottiers-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Brotte
13.5,Red,US,"This release is soft and simple. It has thinned-down berry flavors and is dry, with some dusty tannins.",Reserve,15,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Barefoot Cellars 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Barefoot Cellars
,Red,France,"This attempt at a more serious, ageworthy Beaumes-de-Venise rouge has resulted in a wine that's a bit hard and unyielding, with firm tannins that seem out of character for the appellation. Try after 2008, but it's a gamble.",Terre des Farisiens,,83,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Balma Venitia 2005 Terre des Farisiens Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balma-venitia-2005-terre-farisiens-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Balma Venitia
14.9,Red,US,"Lots of tasty cherry pie, cocoa, leather and spice flavors here, and the wine is nicely dry, but it's too soft and there's a hot, peppery mouthfeel.",Viking Estate Reserve,55,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2003 Viking Estate Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2003-viking-estate-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Adelaida
13.2,Rose,US,"Deeply colored, deeply flavored and slightly off-dry, this wine has cherry pie filling flavors sprinkled with vanilla and cinnamon. It's a simple blush sipper.",Rosato,14,83,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Pellegrini 2005 Rosato Rosé (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2005-rosato-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Rosé,2005,Pellegrini
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Leafy red fruit, candied licorice and a touch of toast add up to the bare basics on the nose. Tangy and short in the mouth, with a bit too much acidity resulting in a scratchy mouthfeel. Cherry and red raspberry are the dominant flavors. Imported by 31 Degrees South Imports.",Alzamora Grand Reserve Oak,14,83,Other,San Juan,,Casa Montes 2001 Alzamora Grand Reserve Oak Syrah (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-montes-2001-alzamora-grand-reserve-oak-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-juan/,Syrah,2001,Casa Montes
,Red,France,"Rather confected, with candied cherries, cotton candy and hints of anise and pepper. Decidedly different.",,25,83,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Vidal-Fleury 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Vidal-Fleury
13.5,White,Australia,"Though there are pretty tones of vanilla, grass and cream throughout, this Chard is a little clumsy and without the acidity it needs. Brighter flashes of citrus and mineral come through on the finish.",Unwooded,15,83,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Fishbone 2005 Unwooded Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fishbone-2005-unwooded-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2005,Fishbone
12,White,Spain,"Mild butterscotch aromas blend with sweeter fruit-cocktail notes, while the flavors run tangy and short, with an emphasis on lemon and green apple. Dry and lean late, with ample snap and freshness. Simple.",Blanco,11,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2005 Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2005-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2005,El Coto
,Red,France,"Decently made but light, with modest fruit and a drying, astringent finish. Drink now.",La Source,24,83,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2004 La Source  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2004-source-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Ferraton Père et Fils
13.7,White,US,"Clean, well-structured and bone dry, this wine has great structure. The only problem is a near-total absence of flavor. It's very weak in grapefruit and lime. But it's a good wine for big parties and such.",,10,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pavilion 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Pavilion
13.4,White,US,"Smells and tastes raw and rustic, with a sharp mintiness on the finish that detracts from the tropical fruit flavors. The quality of Meridian's Chards has varied recently.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 2005 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Meridian
13.3,Red,US,"Now owned by Gallo, and the game plan seems to be to make simple, clean varietal wines with a California appellation—at least for now. Cherries, blackberries, slightly sweet and simple.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Mirassou
13,White,Australia,"Offers fragrant pineapple and pear aromas, its fruit turning sour and citric on the palate. Has an odd artificial-sweetener texture. Fine for casual get-togethers.",,12,83,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2005 Chardonnay (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2005-chardonnay-barossa/,Chardonnay,2005,Peter Lehmann
,Red,France,Dominated by horse blanket aromas. Modest cherry fruit turns metallic and thin on the finish.,,28,83,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Coursodon 2004  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coursodon-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Coursodon
,Red,France,"Basic Vacqueyras, with modest raspberry fruit acented by leather and spice. Lacks a bit of depth and intensity. Drink now.",Cuvée Pavane,18,83,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine Bastide Saint Vincent 2004 Cuvée Pavane Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bastide-saint-vincent-2004-cuvee-pavane-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Bastide Saint Vincent
13.5,Red,France,"What a big difference between this wine and the same domaine's Côtes-du-Rhône Villages Sablet bottling. That one is round and supple, while this wine is rather astringent and tart, marrying sour cherry flavors with chocolate and herbal notes.",,11,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Mavette 2003 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mavette-2003-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Mavette
12.5,Red,Spain,"Mildly green and brambly, with touches of tomato and raspberry on the full, sun-baked bouquet. Yet in the mouth it's tart, pushing red cherry flavors onto a palate that's lactic and creamy. Settles late to show some fruit and subtleties.",Tinto Barrica,7,83,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Don Ramón 2003 Tinto Barrica Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-ramon-2003-tinto-barrica-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2003,Don Ramón
13,Red,Uruguay,"Jumbled and earthy on the nose, with a strong blast of leather. Not as tannic as the majority of Tannats, so it manages to sit on your palate without boring a hole through your cheek. But still it's rather leafy and bland.",Reserve Oak Barrel,12,83,Uruguay,,,Don Adelio Ariano 2002 Reserve Oak Barrel Tannat (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-adelio-ariano-2002-reserve-oak-barrel-other-red-tannat/,Tannat,2002,Don Adelio Ariano
13.5,Red,US,"Lots to like in this soft, flavorful Syrah. Paso Robles grapes give it lots of upfront blackberry and chocolate flavors, while cool Monterey lends acidity and white pepper. Loses points, though, for turning sweet and medicinal on the finish.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cycles Gladiator 2004 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2004,Cycles Gladiator
13.5,White,US,"Soft and simple despite rich pineapple and tapioca flavors. The wine has a heaviness it can't quite overcome, but it does finish dry and clean.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cycles Gladiator 2004 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2004-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Cycles Gladiator
14.5,Red,Australia,"Shows simple, grapy aromas, plus a little chile spice on the nose. What follows on the palate is simple, straightforward fruit edged in a veneer of oak. A little bitter on the finish, but overall it's fine for large gatherings or casual parties.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2005 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2005-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Black Opal
14.9,White,US,"Simple and soft, with canned apricot and peach flavors. Nothing really wrong, but the price seems a little excessive for what you get.",Beachcomber,19,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2005 Beachcomber White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2005-beachcomber-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Sextant
14.5,Red,US,"Soft and ripe, with sugared cherry pie and cinnamon spice flavors. This simple wine will appeal to those who like a little sweetness in their reds.",,20,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2004 Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2004-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2004,Sausal
13,Red,Argentina,"Chunky and full, but not totally pure. The palate holds form, showing sharp flavors of strawberry and cherry. Some light oak and vanilla works the finish, while some leftover acidity creates a tangy overall impression. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Los Cielos 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-cielos-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2005,Los Cielos
13.5,Red,Australia,"Shoots for a mouthfilling style, but misses the mark. Though the feel is halfhearted, this red has a pleasing mocha/oak shell and black berry and raspberry aromas.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2004 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2004-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Jacob's Creek
13.9,White,US,"Rustic, with off-dryish lemondrop flavors. Balanced by bright acidity. If you like your white wines a little sweet, this is a good pick.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2005 Pinot Grigio (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Maddalena
13.5,Red,Spain,"Cherry and baked fruit carries the nose, followed by more cherry and some oaky vanilla. Plump but flat in terms of feel, with stewy finishing notes. Never finds much of a groove.",Alta Gama Reserva,42,83,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Viña Rufina 2000 Alta Gama Reserva Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rufina-2000-alta-gama-reserva-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2000,Viña Rufina
14,Red,Spain,"Savory and spicy, with a lot of tree bark, licorice and dry red fruit. Quite hard and rocky on the tongue, with jagged tannins and raw acidity.",Crianza,19,83,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Viña Concejo 2001 Crianza Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-concejo-2001-crianza-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2001,Viña Concejo
13.2,Red,US,"As dark in color as any wine in California, this is a wildly rustic wine. Dry, tannic but soft, it has coffee flavors laced with blackberry liqueur.",Villa Andriana Vineyard,28,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2004 Villa Andriana Vineyard Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2004-villa-andriana-vineyard-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2004,Summers
14.9,Red,US,"Earthy and tannic. There's some cherry-berry fruit, but it's thin and buried under harder, tarter coffee, tobacco, dried herb and alcohol tastes. Needs greater richness.",Estate,26,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2003 Estate Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2003-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2003,Roche
13.5,Red,Spain,"Quite brambly, with a persistent burnt character that sticks with it from start to finish. Along the way there's cooked cherry and raspberry flavors supported by strong oak notes. Fails to improve in the glass; in fact it's just the opposite, as it falls apart.",Crianza,18,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Solar de Randez 2001 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-randez-2001-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Solar de Randez
,White,US,"What a disappointment, as previous vintages have been better. Starts off a little tanky, and airing doesn't help it. There's some simple fruit in the taste.",Vogelzang Vineyard,22,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2003 Vogelzang Vineyard Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2003-vogelzang-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2003,Silver
13.5,Red,Spain,"Olive, roast plum and heavy berry aromas lead toward modest boysenberry flavors that show some weediness. The finish is tannic and hard, with a touch of red fruit as well as a burnt characteristic.",Solaz,8,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Osborne 2004 Solaz Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-2004-solaz-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Osborne
14.5,White,US,"Not as good as the '02, because it finishes a bit sweet and Porty. The coffee, blackberry tea and cola flavors taste rather sugared.",Z Cuvee,18,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2003 Z Cuvee Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2003-z-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Zaca Mesa
,Red,Chile,"Mildly charred on the nose, with a strong whiff of green mixed in. The palate is fruitier than the bouquet, with cherry, plum and blackberry weighing in. A bit narrow and simple, but for the price it doesn't steer you wrong.",,6,83,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2005 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2005-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2005,Valdivieso
13.5,Red,US,"Easy does it with this simple, jammy Zin. It's full throttle in blackberry, chocolate and spice flavors, soft, and just a bit sweet.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2004 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2004-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Pepperwood Grove
14,Red,South Africa,"Dark purple fruit aromas are paired with vanilla, lemon and spice from oak. Retains its grapy feel in the mouth, although high acid gives it a tart blueberry taste. The oak is lemony, adding a straw-like character. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,11,83,Western Cape,,,Fish Hook 2005 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fish-hook-2005-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2005,Fish Hook
,Red,France,"Cleanly made, with modest black cherry and spice elements. A pleasant wine, just one that lacks intensity and length.",Samorëns,12,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2004 Samorëns Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2004-samorens-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Ferraton Père et Fils
13.5,Red,US,"Tons of cherry and Framboise fruit in this wine, but it's a bit unbalanced, with the flavors turning into chocolate syrup, and the texture is too soft.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,Fusée 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusee-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Fusée
,White,France,"A mild, melony Côtes-du-Rhône blanc, this is a largely neutral wine with decent weight and palate feel. Try it as an accompaniment to herbed chicken.",,15,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine du Moulin 2005 White (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moulin-2005-white-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine du Moulin
12.5,Rose,France,"A bit of a disappointment after the very good showing of Moutète's 2004 bottlings, this vintage seems a bit broad and fat, lacking cut and clarity to its peach, herb and melon flavors.",Vieilles Vignes,17,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Moutète 2005 Vieilles Vignes Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moutete-2005-vieilles-vignes-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2005,Château la Moutète
,White,France,"A medium-bodied, slightly innocuous white wine. There's some slightly gluey Marsanne notes, but also freshness. The blend is 60% Marsanne, 40% Roussanne.",,28,83,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Vallet 2005  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vallet-2005-white-saint-joseph/,Rhône-style White Blend,2005,Domaine Vallet
,Red,US,"These Alsatian specialists turn their hand to Pinot, with mixed results. The wine is clean, but thin in flavor, which emphasizes the acidity and makes the mouthfeel and finish overly tart.",Twin Creeks,30,83,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2003 Twin Creeks Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2003-twin-creeks-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Claiborne & Churchill
14.5,White,US,"Simple and watery in citrus and flower flavors, this very dry wine also has high acidity. Clean and vibrant, but could use greater concentration of fruit.",Estate,19,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2005 Estate Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2005-estate-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2005,Clos La Chance
12.8,White,Uruguay,"Light on the nose, offering touches of pear, vanilla and spice. Veers toward crisp lime and orange in the mouth, with even more citrus on the finish. Runs juicy and lean, but mostly it's clean.",Posada del Virrey Reserva,14,83,Uruguay,,,Dante Irurtia 2004 Posada del Virrey Reserva Viognier (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dante-irurtia-2004-posada-virrey-reserva-viognier/,Viognier,2004,Dante Irurtia
13,White,US,"Simple and slightly sweet, with grapefruit, peach and a streak of minerally acids. This is a decent everyday wine.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Cycles Gladiator 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Cycles Gladiator
13,Rose,France,"From the Rhône's biggest co-op, this is a simple, fruity concoction with hints of strawberry and cherry. A bit soft on the finish, so serve it well-chilled to give it a little more grip.",Prestige,9,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Cellier des Dauphins 2005 Prestige Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellier-dauphins-2005-prestige-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2005,Cellier des Dauphins
,White,France,"A crisp, fresh style evidently meant for early consumption. Melon and pear flavors are a bit neutral, with a hint of bitterness on the finish.",,15,83,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2005 Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2005-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2005,Cave de Tain
13,Red,Uruguay,"Fairly mature and less rough than most Tannat-based wines. This one features cola, rubber and cedar aromas followed by tangy red-berry fruit. Somewhat oily and rubbery on the palate but it tastes alright. Includes 40% Cab Franc.",Catamayor,13,83,San Jose,,,Castillo Viejo 2002 Catamayor Red (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-viejo-2002-catamayor-red-san-jose/,Red Blend,2002,Castillo Viejo
13.8,White,Argentina,"Round, plump and creamy up front, with intensely sweet flavors of apple juice, pineapple, candied lemon peel and oranges. If you like easy tropical flavors it has its merits. Chardonnay connoisseurs, however, may find it too simple and sweet.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2005 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2005-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Zolo
13,White,Chile,"Pear and a touch of candied almond set this light-bodied white in motion. The palate is solid if a bit monotone, with notes of citrus, green herbs and fresh celery. Finishes chalky and sturdy, with adequate acidity.",La Palma,8,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2006 La Palma Sauvignon Blanc (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2006-palma-sauvignon-blanc-cachapoal-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Viña La Rosa
14.9,Red,US,"Rough and ready, with mocha, blackberry and earthy tobacco flavors wrapped in firm, astringent tannins. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink up.",Estate,26,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 2003 Estate Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-2003-estate-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2003,Roche
14.1,White,US,"The aromas and flavors of dill overpower the underlying fruit here, almost masking the citrus, pear and peach flavors. This may be due to oak or something else, but it's offputting. Too bad, because somewhere in here is a very fine Chardonnay.",,19,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2003 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2003,San Simeon
,Red,France,"A bit light, but this modest Côtes-du-Rhône features ample leather, spice and dried fruit. Supple, with mild tannins on the finish. Drink now.",Domaine de la Charité,13,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vignobles Coste 2004 Domaine de la Charité Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-coste-2004-domaine-charite-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vignobles Coste
,Red,France,"Interesting but a bit disjointed, with dark coffee and date notes, but also bright berries. Finishes with soft tannins but also crisp acidity.",Marquis de Fontséguille,14,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vignerons de Caractère 2004 Marquis de Fontséguille Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2004-marquis-fontseguille-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vignerons de Caractère
13.5,Red,US,"Soft as velvet, this easy wine is rich in blackberry and chocolate flavors that finish dry and are wrapped in ripe, dusty tannins. It's great if you're cooking for lots of people and don't want to break the bank.",Reserve,8,84,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Turning Leaf
13.5,Red,Australia,"Tastes more like a junior-varsity Barossa bomb than something out of NSW: The nose is forward and full of confected blueberry, like pie filling or Pop Tart. The fruit on the palate is also moderately forward, dosed with a fair helping of char and maple syrup characters. Made in a style that will likely have wide appeal, but falls on the sweet side.",,13,84,Australia Other,Central Ranges,,Rolling 2004 Shiraz (Central Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rolling-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-ranges/,Shiraz,2004,Rolling
,White,US,"This wine comes down on the earthy side, with a dried herb note to the apple, peach and fig flavors. It's very dry, with decent acidity. Finishes with a vanilla flourish.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Rutherford Hill
14.2,Red,US,"Easy and soft, this blend of Grenache, Zin, Syrah and Mourvèdre has polished cherry, herb and tobacco flavors, with gentle tannins and a very dry finish. The grapes are from Quivira's estate vineyards.",Steelhead Blended Red Wine,18,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2004 Steelhead Blended Red Wine Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2004-steelhead-blended-red-wine-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Quivira
,Red,France,"Pierre Amadieu's flagship Gigondas is this luxury cuvée from old vines. Yet despite its quality raw materials, I found his 2004 Romane-Machotte more interesting. This bottling features entirely too much cedary, vanilla-laden, barrel-induced seasoning. Sometimes less is more.",Domaine Grand Romane Cuvée Prestige,25,84,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Pierre Amadieu 2003 Domaine Grand Romane Cuvée Prestige  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-amadieu-2003-domaine-grand-romane-cuvee-prestige-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Pierre Amadieu
12.5,White,Spain,"Chunky but also lively, with pungent, aggressive Sauvignon aromas of prickly fruit, grapefruit and greens. The palate is heavy and all about pink grapefruit, while the texture is thick. Has its good points; and it's varietally correct.",,7,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Penascal 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2005-sauvignon-blanc-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Penascal
12.5,Red,France,"A clean, fresh expression of Burgundian Pinot Noir, with slightly herbal tones laid over a base of tart cherries. It's a bit thin and lacking texture, but shows bright, crisp fruit dusted with a hint of cocoa on the finish.",,17,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Louis Jadot 2004  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2004-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2004,Louis Jadot
13.5,Red,France,"A simple, straightforward quaffer, with light red fruit scents and flavors and an herbal tinge--like cherries and strawberry compote. turns a bit dusty and drying on the finish, so best with rare beef.",Belleruche Rouge,14,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 2003 Belleruche Rouge Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2003-belleruche-rouge-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,M. Chapoutier
13.7,Red,US,"Hits you with a sharp, acidic jamminess and an almost Beaujolais-like carbonic tingle, but it's a dry wine that could settle down in a year or so. Cherries, cola and spice flavors.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Meridian 2005 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2005-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Meridian
,Red,France,"From a domaine famous for its sweet Muscat, this is a rather dark, dusty expression of Beaumes-de-Venise rouge. Cocoa and coffee notes frame modest fruit. Drink now.",,,84,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Domaine de Durban 2004 Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-durban-2004-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine de Durban
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A bit of a disappointment from Foxes Island. Alread lightening at the rim, this has the same pretty texture that previous vintages have shown, but not the same levels of fruit. Slightly charred, meaty notes accent mushroom and herbal cherry aromas and flavors. Tart on the finish.",,42,84,Marlborough,,,Foxes Island 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxes-island-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Foxes Island
14.5,Red,Australia,"A pretty good Tuesday night pizza red. Purple fruit flavors are couched in an oaky, chocolaty veneer. Smells like coconut and chocolate.",,23,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Five Geese 2004 Grenache-Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-geese-2004-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Grenache-Shiraz,2004,Five Geese
,Red,France,"Marked by bright cherry fruit, this is a crisp, fruity quaff that turns a bit hard on the finish.",,,84,Rhône Valley,Vinsobres,,Domaine du Coriançon 2004 Red (Vinsobres),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coriancon-2004-red-vinsobres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Coriançon
,White,France,"This blend of 95% Viognier and 5% Roussanne is fat and broad on the palate but not particularly floral or spicy. It's a big, neutral white to serve as an apéritif or with fish.",La Borry,12,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Saint Amant 2004 La Borry Viognier (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-amant-2004-borry-viognier-cotes/,Viognier,2004,Domaine Saint Amant
12.5,White,France,"Still reasonably fresh and blalanced, this relatively simple quaff combines apple and citrus fruit with a hint of minerality on the finish.",La Chasse du Pape Prestige,10,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Gabriel Meffre 2003 La Chasse du Pape Prestige White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2003-chasse-pape-prestige-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2003,Gabriel Meffre
12.5,Rose,Spain,"Salmon in color, with creamsicle aromas leading to cantaloupe and peach flavors. Runs juicy on the palate, with lean fruit, perky acids and a bitter-almond finish. Slight of frame and less than generous, but stable. A blend of Garnacha and Tempranillo. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Rosado,12,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2005 Rosado Red (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2005-rosado-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,El Coto
14.5,White,US,"Crisp and elegant, with pineapple and peach flavors enhanced by smoky oak. Finishes dry, with a spicy aftertaste. Nice but could use more intensity.",,25,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Cuvaison
,Red,France,"A pleasant quaffer, this medium-bodied red smells and tastes like cherries rolled in pepper and clove. No great depth or complexity, just solid, everyday wine at a realistic price. Drink now.",Vieux Clocher,8,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Arnoux & Fils 2004 Vieux Clocher Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2004-vieux-clocher-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Arnoux & Fils
13.8,White,US,"Comes down on the slightly soft, slightly sweet side, with spearmint, lemonade, spiced melon and fig flavors. Maybe a bit too sweet, but a tasty sipper.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Jack William 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jack-william-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Jack William
14.2,White,US,"From the extreme southern part of Napa Valley, this wine is a bit herbaceous, with traces of green bean and asparagus. Not too much, but enough to detract from the rest of the apricot and melon flavors.",Dry,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2005 Dry Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2005-dry-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Grgich Hills
,White,France,"Starts with modest, slightly glue-like aromas then adds a rich, weighty mouthfeel and delicate flavors suggestive of coconut. A bit low in acidity, this is a broad, mouthfilling white that could ably partner a variety of chicken dishes.",Elegance de Lauzeraies,14,84,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2004 Elegance de Lauzeraies White (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2004-elegance-lauzeraies-white-lirac/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Les Vignerons de Tavel
14.5,Red,Chile,"Starts out a touch brambly, with tart-fruit aromas. The body is big and the tannins lively and hard, but the flavors work out in the end as the wine settles on berries and rusticity.",Estate,8,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2005 Estate Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2005-estate-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Viu Manent
12.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts with bright cherry-berry scents, and never moves much beyond that. It's a simple, fruity wine that's clean, crisp and easy to drink; a solid choice for a weekday dinner.",Marlena,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas del Tupun 2005 Marlena Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tupun-2005-marlena-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Bodegas del Tupun
12.5,White,Spain,"Gets off the mark a bit chunky and soft, with heavier than usual peach and melon aromas. Melon, papaya and green banana carry the plump, full-bodied palate to a soft, easy, almost shy finish. Weighty for Verdejo.",,9,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Mar de Castilla 2005 Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-castilla-2005-spanish-white-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Verdejo,2005,Mar de Castilla
,Red,US,"Made in a very ripe, almost late-picked style, this Pinot has sweetened coffee, rosehip tea, and blackberry pie filling flavors with an edge of rum-soaked raisins. It's a bit heavy for a Pinot Noir, but very clean and dry, and will do well with a big steak.",,28,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2004 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Perbacco Cellars
13.4,Rose,Argentina,"Fresh on the bouquet, with spring flowers and cherry blossom. Simple melon and peach flavors are less than ideal, while the finish is soft and easy but devoid of much nuance or flavor. Clean enough; not terribly thrilling.",Malbec Rosé,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2005 Malbec Rosé Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2005-malbec-rose-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Melipal
14,White,South Africa,"Rounded in the mouth, with decent balance, this has nice fruit and spice, even if the impression is not lasting. Citrus pith, oak spice and a touch of petrol surround tropical fruit flavors. Finish is brief. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Premium Select,12,84,Coastal Region,,,Matuba 2004 Premium Select Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matuba-2004-premium-select-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2004,Matuba
,Red,France,"Nicely perfumed, with unusual structure for a Bourgogne rouge. Herbal notes wrap around a core of cherry fruit, finishing fresh and crisp.",,12,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Prosper Maufoux 2004  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-2004-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2004,Prosper Maufoux
14.5,Red,Portugal,"Weirdly floral on the nose, reminiscent of strawberry- or cherry-scented candles and somewhat akin to air freshener. Very red-fruity on the medium-weight palate, with a sweet-tart quality. Tasted three times, with consistent notes.",Touriga Nacional-Trincadeira,23,84,Alentejano,,,Pontual 2004 Touriga Nacional-Trincadeira Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontual-2004-touriga-nacional-trincadeira-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2004,Pontual
12.5,White,US,"Sweet enough to be considered a dessert wine, with honeyed apricot, peach, sweetened herb tea and vanilla spice flavors. Benefits from crisp acidity. A simple, flavorful sipper.",Chenin Blanc-Viognier,14,84,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Pine Ridge 2004 Chenin Blanc-Viognier White (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2004-chenin-blanc-viognier-white-central-valley-clarksburg/,White Blend,2004,Pine Ridge
,Red,France,"Starts with hints of menthol and cedar, then adds some relatively modest fruit that leans toward red cherries. Picks up a slightly horsey note on the finish. Drink now.",Les Echamps,16,84,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Arnoux & Fils 2003 Les Echamps  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnoux-fils-2003-echamps-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2003,Arnoux & Fils
,Red,France,"From the local co-op, the Cave de Vignerons de Beaumes-de-Venise, this is a soft, very ripe wine filled with flavors of licorice and prune, but without any sense of heaviness. Easy to drink.",Terres du Trias,,84,Rhône Valley,Beaumes-de-Venise,,Balma Venitia 2004 Terres du Trias Red (Beaumes-de-Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balma-venitia-2004-terres-trias-red-beaumes-venise/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Balma Venitia
,White,France,"Voge has a sure touch with the red wines, but this white is evidently a work in progress. On the plus side, it's broad in the mouth and reasonably rich. The downside is that it's perilously low in acidity. Flavors similarly divide, with pear and lemon notes but also a warm, buttery finish.",Fleur de Crussol,51,84,Rhône Valley,Saint-Péray,,Alain Voge 2003 Fleur de Crussol White (Saint-Péray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-voge-2003-fleur-de-crussol-white-saint-peray/,Rhône-style White Blend,2003,Alain Voge
13.5,Red,Australia,"Soft in the mouth and pretty straightforward, but still a bargain. This Shiraz-Cab shows black pepper aromas, with purple plum and oak flavors. Its slightly sour, green edge is a minor detraction.",Bin 55,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 55 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-55-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Lindemans
14.6,Red,US,"This is a ripe, superextracted, ponderous Pinot Noir. The massive cherry pie filling, raspberry tart, root beer and cola flavors are so big and sweet, they exceed the limit of what Pinot should be, losing balance in favor of power.",Rio Vista Vineyard,42,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Flying Goat Cellars 2004 Rio Vista Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-goat-cellars-2004-rio-vista-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Flying Goat Cellars
,Red,France,"Despite some dark flavors of chocolate fudge and dates that often connote richness and depth, this wine isn't particularly rich or deep. The 2003 vintage looks to have been more successful at Bouachon. Drink now.",Duc de Montfort,,84,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Maison Bouachon 2004 Duc de Montfort  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouachon-2004-duc-montfort-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Maison Bouachon
13.5,Red,US,"This is a good Cabernet, dry and varietal, with cassis and coffee flavors farmed in rich, fine tannins. There's a rustic edge to the finish, so drink now.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Louis M. Martini 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Louis M. Martini
,Red,France,"Lacks intensity, but shows plenty of clean, fresh berry and cherry flavors. A simple quaffer, made for weeknights with rotisserie chicken or burgers off the grill.",,10,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Louis Bernard 2005 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2005-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Louis Bernard
,Red,France,"Leathery and horsey on the nose, but the tannins are supple and the dried-fruit flavors pick up a pleasant coffee note on the finish.",La Fontaine des Papes,,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Le Font de Papier 2001 La Fontaine des Papes Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-font-papier-2001-fontaine-papes-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Le Font de Papier
,Red,France,"Impressively full-bodied and tannic, but maybe too much so, with notes of torrefaction and cedar that run headlong into dried-fruit flavors.",Cuvée Prestige,18,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Le Clos des Cazaux 2003 Cuvée Prestige Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-clos-cazaux-2003-cuvee-prestige-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Le Clos des Cazaux
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Lacks a bit of intensity, both in terms of aroma and flavor, but this is a nice, easy-drinking Chardonnay that won't overwhelm whatever you choose to serve alongside. Vanilla and caramel notes support peach and melon fruit.",Vicar's Choice,14,84,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2005 Vicar's Choice Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2005-vicars-choice-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2005,Saint Clair
13,Red,Portugal,"Altano, a table-wine project of the Symington family, famous for their various Port houses (among them, Dow's, Graham's and Warre's), takes a two-pronged approach to marketing. A pricier Reserva offers greater richness and texture along with hints of oak, but while the entry-level Altano lacks the rich texture and density, it offers good value. Cherries and sappy green herb notes combine in a lightweight, easy quaffer that folds in dark chocolate and black tea notes on the finish.",Altano Tinta Roriz-Touriga Franca,7,84,Douro,,,Symington Family Estates 2003 Altano Tinta Roriz-Touriga Franca Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/symington-family-estates-2003-altano-tinta-roriz-touriga-franca-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Symington Family Estates
14.3,White,US,"Here's an easy Viognier with a tasty array of peach, pineapple, honeysuckle, green apple and spice flavors. It's nice and dry, with a bite of acidity and a clean, fruity finish.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2005 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2005-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2005,Robert Hall
,Red,Portugal,"Seems relatively mature already, showing herbal, tobacco-like scents and some earthy, loamy flavors. Leather and spice notes add complexity to the dry, dusty finish.",,15,84,Estremadura,,,Quinta de Pancas 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pancas-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-estremadura/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Quinta de Pancas
13.5,Red,US,"Pizza, lasagna, cheeseburgers and similar fare come to mind when tasting this simple country wine. It's rustic in tannins, with ripe cherry-berry and cocoa flavors, and very clean.",Red Wine,12,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2002 Red Wine Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2002-red-wine-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2002,St. Francis
,Red,France,"A reliable but unexceptional source of Gigondas and Vacqueyras, this co-op has turned out a decent 2004 Gigondas with plenty of heavy plum and fruitcake flavor but low acidity. Drink now.",Les Hautes Restangues,18,84,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Vignerons de Caractère 2004 Les Hautes Restangues  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-caractere-2004-hautes-restangues-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Vignerons de Caractère
13.5,Red,Spain,"Funky, with earthy, heavy aromas. Seems a bit rubbery and peppery, with cola, plum and olive flavors. Tannic, too. Not nearly as fruity, clean, ripe and pleasing as the 2001.",Prestigio,23,84,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Val de Los Frailes 2002 Prestigio Tinta Fina (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-los-frailes-2002-prestigio-tempranillo-tinta-fina-cigales/,Tinta Fina,2002,Val de Los Frailes
14,White,Argentina,"Floral and zesty on the nose, with just a hint of butterscotch. The mouth, however, is live-wire and tangy, as the fruit is citrusy and shrill but definitely clean. Finishes racy and free. A no-oak style that mostly works.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tittarelli 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tittarelli-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Tittarelli
14,Red,Chile,"Very sweet and extracted, and in the end it weighs in a little over the limit. The nose is at once sweet and green, while the palate is medicinal as it pumps forth with syrupy black fruit and licorice. Nothing wrong with the color, depth and extraction; but where's the balance?",Amplus One,19,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2004 Amplus One Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2004-amplus-one-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Santa Ema
13.6,White,US,"Most cool-climate Rieslings are made dry. This one pays hommage to Germany. With its acidity and honeysuckle, citrus and peach flavors, it's off-dry to sweet, with 2.4% residual sugar.",Lafond Vineyard,15,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Santa Barbara Winery 2005 Lafond Vineyard Riesling (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2005-lafond-vineyard-riesling-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Riesling,2005,Santa Barbara Winery
13,Red,Spain,"This wine kind of misses the mark. The nose is a bit stewy and less than pure, while the palate seems tight, grabby and herbal. At times it seems like it's almost where it should be, but then you find weaknesses.",Coto de Imaz Reserva,21,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2000 Coto de Imaz Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2000-imaz-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,El Coto
,White,France,"An interesting take on Marsanne, with 15% Roussanne to lighten it, and also a touch of unreleased CO2 to give it more life. The result is a honeyed but basically neutral wine with a chalky texture. Drink 2007–2010 after it's smoothed out a little.",Fruit d'Avilleran,,84,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine François Villard 2005 Fruit d'Avilleran  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-francois-villard-2005-fruit-davilleran-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2005,Domaine François Villard
,Red,France,"Nicely perfumed by scents of anise or fennel, fresh rasberries and coffee, and although those notes carry on to the palate, the wine seems a bit tart, as it thins out on the finish.",Rasteau,19,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Domaine du Trapadis 2004 Rasteau Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-trapadis-2004-rasteau-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Trapadis
,Red,France,"Has a pretty bouquet of smoke, cracked pepper and herb, but only modest levels of fruit. Seems a bit light or dilute on the midpalate and on the finish. Charming; drink now.",Vieilles Vignes,22,84,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine du Murinais 2004 Vieilles Vignes  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-murinais-2004-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine du Murinais
,Red,France,"I wanted to like this more, given its pretty aromas of cherries and raspberries combined with spring flowers. But there's an ominous horsey note as well, and a slightly metallic note on the finish that gives some concern.",,18,84,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine des Entrefaux 2004  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-entrefaux-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2004,Domaine des Entrefaux
,Red,France,"A bit light in color, showing strawberry fruit tinged with streaks of milk chocolate. Pleasant, and potentially elegant, but a touch of alcoholic warmth shows through on the finish.",,,84,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de la Tourade 2003 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tourade-2003-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Tourade
13.5,Rose,Spain,"Light salmon in color, with fruity, relaxed raspberry aromas. Melon and peach flavors are pleasant but dilute, while the wine weighs in a bit watery and devoid of stuffing, even for a rosado. Finishes dry but flat. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Rosado,9,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2005 Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2005-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2005,CVNE
,Red,France,"Rather earthy, with dark flavors of tapenade that never really shine. It's a more somber look at Saint-Joseph that needs herb-roasted meat to make it shine.",Cuvée des Muletiers,28,84,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Vallet 2004 Cuvée des Muletiers  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vallet-2004-cuvee-muletiers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Vallet
,Red,France,"This is Courbis's luxury cuvée, but this reviewer preferred the regular bottling for its floral freshness. This seems to be verging on overripe, with prune notes. It's rich and creamy on the palate, but lacks zip. Drink now.",Les Royes,35,84,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Domaine Courbis 2004 Les Royes  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courbis-2004-royes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Courbis
,White,France,"An ambitious attempt at a white Vacqueyras, as evidenced by the toasty, popcorn-scented oak. This is a wine that has the weight and mouthfeel to carry it, but not the fruit flavor. Drink now.",,22,83,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de Montvac 2004 White (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-montvac-2004-white-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Domaine de Montvac
13.5,White,Spain,"A barrel-fermented wine with soft, lactic aromas that conjure memories of a bowl of cornflakes. The palate is dry but rather tasteless except for some distant melon and citrus. Finishes bland.",,12,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Loriñon 2004 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorinon-2004-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2004,Loriñon
13.7,Red,US,"Raspingly dry, with tough, hard-edged tannins, and disagreeable sweet and sour Chinese sauce flavors that finish astringent.",Estate Vineyard,20,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2002 Estate Vineyard Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2002-estate-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2002,Château Julien
13.5,Red,Uruguay,"The rubber and tree bark are common for Uruguayan Tannat. Flavors of dark cherry, cola and coffee are the best part of yet another tough, rugged power pack that's neither plush nor all that pleasant to drink. Hard as heck in the mouth; rough stuff on the whole.",Reserva del Virrey,18,80,Uruguay,,,Dante Irurtia 2000 Reserva del Virrey Tannat (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dante-irurtia-2000-reserva-virrey-other-red-tannat/,Tannat,2000,Dante Irurtia
14,White,US,"It's 99% Sauvignon Blanc, with a splash of Viognier. The wine is really a wonderful barrel-fermented style, rich, unctuous and exotic in citrus, nettle and wildflower flavors. It's wines like this that are making Sauvignon Blanc a certified superstar.",T-bar-T Cuvée R,24,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2005 T-bar-T Cuvée R Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2005-t-bar-t-cuvee-r-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Iron Horse
14.5,Red,US,"This is a stunning Cabernet, but it's too young to drink now. The tannins are simply too big. You could decant it, even overnight, but better to let it age naturally for four or five years. Tremendous in black currant and chocolate flavors, it's fully dry, and offset with crisp acidity. Has all the class and elegance of the best Napa Cabs.",Signature,44,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2003 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2003-signature-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chappellet
,Dessert,Austria,"This intensely sweet wine, almost like nectar, is so fresh and poised, that it is both overwhelming and refreshing. Honey marches with acidity, smokiness and perfumed fruit.",Hölzler Welschriesling Eiswein,35,93,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2005 Hölzler Welschriesling Eiswein Welschriesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2005-holzler-welschriesling-eiswein-other-white-welschriesling-niederosterreich/,Welschriesling,2005,Weinrieder
,Red,US,"Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, with a hodgepodge of seven other varieties, this is a fun wine, but it's also sophisticated and complex. Bone dry, it's smooth in the mouth, with earthy, berry flavors and hints of lavender and anise.",Old Bull Red Wine,20,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Turnbull 2003 Old Bull Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2003-old-bull-red-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Turnbull
,Red,US,"Beautifully crafted, aromatic, high-toned but not over the top. Plummy, pretty cherry fruit, lightly spiced and showing a bit of chocolate as it breathes. In this freeze year the crop was reduced by two thirds; just 289 cases were produced.",,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2004 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2004-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2004,Leonetti Cellar
14.5,Red,Australia,"A blend of 75% Cab, with Cab Franc and Merlot making up the balance in equal parts. Its smooth, claylike texture is just excellent, and the fruit's mochalike accents are quite pretty. Feels warm on both the nose and the palate, though it's only 14.5% alcohol.",Cyril Henschke,100,90,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Henschke 2002 Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2002-cyril-cabernet-sauvignon-eden-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Henschke
14,Red,Italy,"Heavily roasted, with coffee and toast riding high alongside dark fruit. It's burly in the mouth, with burnt notes darkening plum, blackberry and black cherry flavors. Definitely rich, with creamy chocolate and peppery spice on the finish. The blend is 80% Montepulciano and 20% Sangiovese. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Vigna Messieri,24,90,Central Italy,Rosso Piceno Superiore,,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni 2001 Vigna Messieri  (Rosso Piceno Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-cocci-grifoni-2001-vigna-messieri-sangiovese-rosso-piceno-superiore/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni
,White,Austria,"This is one of those rare sweet wines that manages to tread the line between sweetness and acidity, combining the best of both worlds. The acidity is very present, but it doesn't overwhelm the delicate fruit flavors and the touch of honey.",Hohenleiten Welschriesling Auslese,38,90,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2004 Hohenleiten Welschriesling Auslese Welschriesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2004-hohenleiten-welschriesling-auslese-other-white-welschriesling-niederosterreich/,Welschriesling,2004,Weinrieder
15,White,US,"Easy to like for its fruity, flowery flavors and crisp acidity, this wine has extra layers of complexity. It feels as rich as honey in the mouth, yet is fundamentally dry. Nice with poultry, veal or fish with a fruity salsa topping.",,19,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Incognito 2005 Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/incognito-2005-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2005,Incognito
16.1,Red,Australia,"Like the reserve Cab but from the Paola's block, this Cab is vibrant purple in color and positively sticks to the glass—its 16.1% alcohol is surprising, given the wine's overall balance. It has  light chocolaty aromas on the nose (like pudding), with bouncy berry fruit and some vanilla on the palate. A nice wooly texture completes the picture.",Parola's Limited Release,60,90,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Warrabilla 2004 Parola's Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warrabilla-2004-parolas-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-rutherglen/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Warrabilla
14,Red,Italy,"Lush and subtle on the nose, with moss and marzipan accenting raspberry, black cherry and pepper flavors. That is maintained on the finish, where chocolate enters the fray. More cushy than precise; serious nonetheless.",Shardana,32,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Valli di Porto Pino,,Cantina Santadi 2000 Shardana  (Valli di Porto Pino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-santadi-2000-shardana-carignan-carignano-valli-porto-pino/,Carignano,2000,Cantina Santadi
,Red,US,"This 70 percent Syrah/30 percent Grenache blend mixes bright, tangy red berry flavors with an undercoat of white chocolate. Very smooth, very stylish, and very good.",Stone Tree Red,34,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),C.R. Sandidge 2004 Stone Tree Red Syrah-Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2004-stone-tree-red-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah-Grenache,2004,C.R. Sandidge
14.8,Red,Australia,"A solid wine in every respect; there's nothing to complain about here. Acidity is lively, and fruit runs the crisp, cool spectrum of black cherry, raspberry, even a citric edge. Black pepper and clay hints complete the picture. 310 cases produced. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",Winemaker's Reserve,36,89,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Lake Breeze 2002 Winemaker's Reserve Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-breeze-2002-winemakers-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2002,Lake Breeze
,White,Austria,"Delicate, with delicious crisp fruit flavors of apples and white currants. Its mineral character is very obvious in the underlying dryness and tautness of structure.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein,38,89,Kamptal,,,Allram 2004 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allram-2004-zobinger-heiligenstein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2004,Allram
12.5,White,Australia,"Acidic, refreshing, very dry and very citrusy. Offers bright citrus, mineral and melon aromas, along with lemon and grapefruit flavors. A good bet if seafood is on the menu, or if the temperature outside is soaring.",,20,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Howard Park 2005 Riesling (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2005-riesling-western/,Riesling,2005,Howard Park
,Red,Austria,"Herbs, spices and dense, tannic fruit are balanced with elegant black fruits and layers of wood. It is solid, but overweight.",Gmärk,24,89,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2004 Gmärk Blaufränkisch (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2004-gmark-other-red-blaufrankisch-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,Blaufränkisch,2004,Ernst Triebaumer
13.5,Red,Australia,"This delicately styled wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec. Woodspice and earth aromas lead to cool plum and cherry notes, backed by lively acidity and woodsy tannins. Finishes with a citrusy tang. Will surely develop even more interesting nuances over the near to mid-term; try again in 2008.",,65,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yeringberg 2002 Red (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yeringberg-2002-red-yarra-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Yeringberg
,Red,US,"This mini-meritage—53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 10% each of Malbec, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot—is like a lighter version of the winery's reserve. You get meritage style and quality at a mutt wine price. Tight with mixed berries, plums, spice, hints of pepper and clove.",Claret,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Robert Karl 2003 Claret Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2003-claret-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2003,Robert Karl
,White,Austria,"Weinrieder's hallmark purity of fruit is very evident with this wine's freshness and flavors of pears and green plums. It has good weight, great poise and a deliciously light aftertaste.",Schneiderberg,15,90,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2005 Schneiderberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2005-schneiderberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Weinrieder
,White,Austria,"Hugely mineral, this wine rolls around the mouth, packed full of flavor. It still manages to be racy as well, with vibrant fresh fruits and a fine, firm structure.",Pfaffenberg,32,90,Kremstal,,,Rainer Wess 2005 Pfaffenberg Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2005-pfaffenberg-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2005,Rainer Wess
,White,US,"The vineyard is one of the coolest in California, and that maritime influence shows in the intense, citrusy acidity that really perks up the palate. The flavors are also intense, suggesting Meyer lemon sorbet drizzled with vanilla and a hint of butterscotch. For all that, the wine is totally dry. This is one of the best California PGs of the vintage.",Laetitia Vineyard,18,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2004 Laetitia Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2004-laetitia-vineyard-pinot-grigio-arroyo-grande-valley-57467/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Perbacco Cellars
,White,Austria,"The vines for this wine have an average age of 40–50 years, giving a great concentration of flavors from low-yielding plants. For a Grüner it is monumental in character, packed with flavors of lychees, sage and pepper. With this intensity of flavor, this should be a wine for aging.",Alte Reben,,90,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2005 Alte Reben Grüner Veltliner (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2005-alte-reben-gruner-veltliner-carnuntum/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Markowitsch
12.5,White,Italy,"Not that many Italian Vermentinos are imported into the U.S., and of the ones that are, this Tuscan version is among the best. This wine has an extraordinary ability to pair with foods thanks to its creamy, fruit-driven nose and overall smoothness. There are no sharp points.",Tenuta Guado al Tasso,20,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Marchesi Antinori 2004 Tenuta Guado al Tasso Vermentino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2004-tenuta-guado-al-tasso-italian-white-vermentino-bolgheri/,Vermentino,2004,Marchesi Antinori
,White,US,"I believe this is the first time that a Champoux Riesling has been vineyard designated, by this winery or any other. It's well deserved; this is a succulent, lush bottle of lemon-drop flavors. The 3% residual sugar is snapped up easily by the juicy acids; chunky and loaded with flavor, this is old-school Washington Riesling at its finest.",Champoux Vineyard,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,OS Winery 2005 Champoux Vineyard Riesling (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2005-champoux-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Riesling,2005,OS Winery
,White,US,"From this large vineyard in the heart of the appellation comes this tight, young Chard. It's high in acidity, creating a tart mouthfeel containing mineral, Meyer lemon, green apple, apricot, kiwi and oak flavors. Don't drink it too cold, because it grows more complex as it warms in the glass.",Rancho Santa Rosa,30,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2004 Rancho Santa Rosa Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2004-rancho-santa-rosa-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Foley
14,Red,Chile,"Like always, this Merlot is a potent brew of dark fruit, molasses, peppery spice and Chilean terroir. The plush palate is extremely ripe and forward, as it offers mounds of berries and chocolate. New World at every turn, and what's wrong with that? 38,000 cases produced, so it's available.",Marqués de Casa Concha,19,90,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Marqués de Casa Concha Merlot (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-marques-casa-merlot-peumo/,Merlot,2004,Concha y Toro
14.1,Red,US,"Made in a ripe style, this Cab bursts with jammy black currant, plum and coffee flavors that finish rich and sweet. But it's also got a firm texture, with fine-grained tannins and a keen edge of acidity. The result is a balanced and stylish Cab that should hold for at least seven years.",OFS,30,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2003 OFS Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2003-ofs-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,De Loach
,White,Austria,"This is an intense, powerful wine, racy and fresh while also being full flavored and opulent. Exotic perfumes reminiscent of honey and wild flowers waft from the glass.",Loibenberg Smaragd,60,90,Wachau,,,Alzinger 2005 Loibenberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alzinger-2005-loibenberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Alzinger
,White,Austria,"Run by Michaela and Erich Hass, Weingut Allram has produced a full, ripe wine in which the fruit fronts layers of mineral and fresh, crisp acidity. The flavors are of white fruits, touched with citrus and almonds. This is a soft wine, but one that retains all the right structure.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein,38,90,Kamptal,,,Allram 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allram-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Allram
14.3,Red,US,"Keenan is on Spring Mountain, and while it's not clear if the grapes are from there, this Cab tastes mountainy. It's young and tight in tannins, but with an enormously rich core of cassis and cherry fruit. The dry balance suggests ageability. Hold until 2007, and should drink well through this decade.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Keenan
,White,Austria,"The Alte Reben (old vines) owned by Jurtschitsch Sonnhof on Heiligenstein give an impressively concentrated, very mineral wine. Bitter Seville orange flavors give the acidity and the juicy character. It is still very young—give it at least three years.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein Alte Reben,59,90,Kamptal,,,Jurtschitsch 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Alte Reben Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jurtschitsch-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-alte-reben-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Jurtschitsch
,White,Austria,"Spring blossom aromas and flavors of peach, white currants and lychees are all in this finely balanced, delicate wine. The aftertaste is crisp and intense.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein,40,90,Kamptal,,,Hirsch 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Hirsch
,Red,US,"Forward and dense, this has rich scents of mixed berries, spice, fresh herbs and toast. The fruit is soft and ripe, and the wine plush, forward, appealing and open. A bit of citrus rind adds complexity to the long, toasty finish; just a bit of heat also.",Clifton Hill  Vineyard,37,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bunnell 2004 Clifton Hill  Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2004-clifton-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2004,Bunnell
,White,US,"Tighter and more citrusy than the regular Chardonnay, with the oak coming across as more restrained, although the proportion of new wood is undoubtedly higher. It's a subtly nutty, textural wine, with apple and lemon notes that linger on the finish.",Ramal Vineyard,34,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Ramal Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-ramal-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Buena Vista
14,Red,Australia,"Wide, smooth and dark on the palate, this blend offers a burst of flavorful, dark fruit at palate entry. The juicy fruit is well oaked, but not toasty; brambly aromas start it all off. A very pretty wine.",Terra Rossa First Growth,70,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Parker 2001 Terra Rossa First Growth Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parker-2001-terra-rossa-first-growth-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Parker
,Red,US,"The vines are Beaucastel material sourced from Tablas Creek in 1999. The wine is scented and flavored with blue plum, tart pie cherry and blackberry. It is reminiscent of Sangiovese, with bracing acidity and a lightness in the midpalate. McCrea has worked in nice notes of spice, light chocolate and a whiff of soy, making this a perfect salmon wine.",Ciel du Cheval,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea 2004 Ciel du Cheval Counoise (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2004-ciel-cheval-other-red-counoise-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Counoise,2004,McCrea
,Red,US,"This is a three-part blend of Syrah, Counoise and Viognier, cofermented into a spicy, peppery, citrusy wine. Orange peel and other citrus provide the aromatic highlights, and the fruit has sharp, tart cranberry flavors, with a peppery bite.",33 1/3,33,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Morrison Lane 2003 33 1/3 Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morrison-lane-2003-33-1-3-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Morrison Lane
11,Dessert,Italy,"An opulent, honey-rich dessert wine that is sticky and chewy in the mouth with apricot jam, raisin, toasted almond and a long and satisfying finish. Morning fogs in the fall months create the perfect conditions for muffa nobile, or noble rot, that produces densely concentrated flavors.",Calcaia Muffa Nobile,40,90,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico Superiore,,Barberani 2002 Calcaia Muffa Nobile  (Orvieto Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2002-calcaia-muffa-nobile-white-orvieto-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2002,Barberani
,White,US,"Januik knows this vineyard inside and out and takes full advantage of its strengths. Despite the malolactic treatment, the wine remains firm in structure, with green apple and spiced pear fruit. It feels soft and creamy, but has enough acid to retain its lively finish, with a lick of light butterscotch and hazelnut crème. Full, rich and seamless.",Cold Creek Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik Winery 2004 Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-winery-2004-cold-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Januik Winery
15.5,Red,US,"The 15.5% alcohol does not get in the way of subtlety here. This typically stylish, 100% Merlot is smooth and supple, and it retains the fresh herbal highlights that are usually obliterated in high octane wines. This is substantial Merlot, tight and muscular, with whiffs of smoke and those lovely notes of leaf and herb.",,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Robert Karl 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Robert Karl
13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe and earthy, with savory aromas of cinnamon and spice backed by rich, dark berry scents. Nicely balanced and thorough, with bright cherry and plum flavors sweetened by vanilla. Finishes creamy and oaky, but precise. 70% Negroamaro and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Nero,45,90,Southern Italy,Rosso del Salento,,Conti Zecca 2002 Nero  (Rosso del Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-zecca-2002-nero-red-rosso-salento/,Red Blend,2002,Conti Zecca
14,Red,Chile,"Hard to believe that this Chilean icon is now in its 17th year. We recall back in the early '90s when it was just getting going at well under $20 a bottle. With this wine look for potent, almost buttery oak propping up ripe berry fruit. In the folds are notes of tobacco, earth, mineral and mushroom. Tannic on the tail, with some overt wood that needs to find its place. Hold of at least a year.",Don Melchor Vintage 17,47,90,Puente Alto,,,Concha y Toro 2003 Don Melchor Vintage 17 Cabernet Sauvignon (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2003-don-melchor-vintage-17-cabernet-sauvignon-puente-alto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"Very fruity, youthful and packed with brambly berry flavors. Tart, tangy and loaded with berries and cherries, this racy, snappy effort shows surprising depth and weight for its modest price point. There's a nice lick of vanilla in the soft, lush finish.",Grand Estates,11,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2002 Grand Estates Shiraz (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2002-grand-estates-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-columbia-valley-wa/,Shiraz,2002,Columbia Crest
,Red,Austria,"From late harvest, superripe grapes, this is a firm, tannic, intensely flavored wine. There are some stalky bitter red fruits as well as dense bramble flavors. This is a wine that needs at least 3 or 4 years to develop.",Altenberg Saint Laurent,,90,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2005 Altenberg Saint Laurent St. Laurent (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2005-altenberg-saint-laurent-other-white-st-laurent-niederosterreich/,St. Laurent,2005,R&A Pfaffl
14.5,Red,Italy,"The Amarones from Zonin have been consistently good the past few vintages, and this one is no exception, offering dark plum-prune and chocolate notes laced with hints of spice and tobacco. It's round and mouthfilling without being unstructured, giving the impression that it has more to give in another few years. Tastes dry, unlike some Amarones these days.",,35,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Zonin 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2000,Zonin
13.5,Red,Italy,"Stylish but bold. The nose is bruising but lively, with pepper, plum and overall punch. In the mouth, black cherry and raspberry fruit is both snappy and rich. A wine with personality. And it's not fading.",Rosso di Costanza,40,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Tenuta Le Querce 2000 Rosso di Costanza  (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-le-querce-2000-rosso-costanza-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2000,Tenuta Le Querce
,White,US,"Tastes like there's lots of toasty, charry, smoky oak on this big, ripe wine, but the papaya, nectarine and hazelnut croissant flavors are sizeable and can shoulder the wood. The finish is long, spicy and impressively rich.",Ulises Valdez Vineyard,38,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mi Sueño 2004 Ulises Valdez Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2004-ulises-valdez-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Mi Sueño
14.2,Red,US,"Likeable for its silky texture and dry finish, this Pinot also offers high acidity and earthy, cherry, cola and coffee flavors. It's an elegant, food-friendly wine with a great deal of spicy richness and the silky texture that makes Pinot Noir so distinctive.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Carmel Road 2004 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2004,Carmel Road
13.5,Dessert,US,"With residual sugar of 11.5%, this is a very sweet wine, concentrated in apricot, lime and pineapple sorbet flavors, and with the high acidity needed for balance. It's a lusciously clean dessert wine.",Late Harvest,32,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Piziali 2004 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piziali-2004-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Piziali
,Red,Italy,"Higher up the pecking order than Il Feuduccio's others, this wine is heavily extracted and a bit raisiny. Late-harvest comes to mind, although it's far more fresh and dry than that. Still, the flavor profile is heavily slanted toward raisin and prune, while the stocky palate is soft and lush. Drink now. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Margae,75,90,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Il Feuduccio Di S. Maria D'Orni 1999 Margae  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-feuduccio-s-maria-dorni-1999-margae-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,1999,Il Feuduccio Di S. Maria D'Orni
,Red,US,"A quintessential Edna Valley Pinot. It's bone dry, with an elegant texture that's pure silk and satin. High acidity frames cherry, cola, pomegranate and coffee flavors that finish in a swirl of dusty Asian spices.",Paragon,20,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2004 Paragon Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2004-paragon-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Edna Valley Vineyard
,Red,US,"Counoise is a surprise winner in Washington, making a deliciously spicy wine with light fruits running from watermelon to strawberry to plum. There's a bit of a hole in the middle, but that's the nature of the grape.",,33,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Morrison Lane 2003 Counoise (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morrison-lane-2003-other-red-counoise-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Counoise,2003,Morrison Lane
,Red,Australia,"The wine now bears a South Australia appellation because the fruit is coming from Langhorne Creek. This vintage clocks in at 15.5% alcohol, with nutmeg and blackberry aromas. Blackberry fruit is encased in a pretty dark, char-barrel shell at this early stage; tannins are woody and textured. Optimal enjoyment likely 2008–2010.",Reserve,120,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Noon 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noon-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Noon
13,Rose,US,"A Rhônish blend, with Barbera and Zinfandel, it showcases three of Randall Grahm's signatures, namely, it's refreshingly dry, invigorating in acids, and minerally-herbal-subtle in flavor instead of the intensely ripe fruit that usually marks California. This is a complex wine that will stand up to complex fare.",Big House Pink,10,90,California,California Other,California,Ca' del Solo 2004 Big House Pink Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2004-big-house-pink-rose-other/,Rosé,2004,Ca' del Solo
14.9,Red,US,"There are structural similarities here with Napa Cabernet. The wine is dry, lush in tannins, balanced in acidity, with ripe but controlled black currant and cherry flavors. Yes, there's a certain briary, wild character, but this is really one heck of a good wine. Drink now through 2009 for its youthful fruit.",,25,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Duncan Peak 2003 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duncan-peak-2003-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Duncan Peak
14.5,Red,US,"You can call this Chappellet's everyday claret, but that's an insult to a wine of this quality. It shows classic Napa structure, with firm tannins and rich acidity, and a deep core of black cherry, black currant and oak flavors. It's delicious now, and should develop for a couple of years.",Mountain Cuvée,26,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2003 Mountain Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2003-mountain-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Chappellet
13,Dessert,Italy,"A brilliant amber vin santo from the northern Trentino region with 10 years of age (six in  oak) that flaunts toasted biscuits, rich nutty notes and chestnut honey. Nosiola grapes are dried on mats, or settimana santa, from which the wine gets its name.",Arèle Vin Santo,42,90,,Trentino,,Cavit 1995 Arèle Vin Santo White (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-1995-arele-vin-santo-white-trentino/,White Blend,1995,Cavit
13,White,US,"The Big House is a state prison in the Salinas Valley where Randall Grahm sources grapes. This wine, comprised of at least nine varieties, is absolutely dry and intense in acidity, with subtle earth, tobacco, herb and citrus flavors. It's quite complex and completely distinctive and, at this price, a great value.",Big House White,10,90,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 2004 Big House White White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2004-big-house-white-other/,White Blend,2004,Bonny Doon
13.5,Red,US,"It would take an entire review to list all the varieties in this wine, but it's mainly Carignane, Petite Sirah and Sangiovese. It's really good, and proves that Randall Grahm continues to march to his own beat. Not for him lush, ripe fruit, but leanness, acidity, elegance, structure and what you might call style. How Bonny Doon sells at this price is a mystery.",Big House Red,10,90,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 2004 Big House Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2004-big-house-red-other/,Red Blend,2004,Bonny Doon
14,Red,Chile,"Purple as midnight, with mint, cola, herbs, crushed slate and huge black-fruit aromas. Quite bold, with a mountain of dark-fruit flavor, while the tannins show up late on the finish and make their mark. Special not for its complexity but for its density and purity.",San Carlos Estate Single Vineyard,19,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 San Carlos Estate Single Vineyard Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-san-carlos-estate-single-vineyard-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2004,Viu Manent
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has whole wheat aromas. The palate deals juicy fruit and nicely textured, youthful tannins. Medium-sized and built for the long haul; aging John Riddoch for 20 years is common down under.",John Riddoch,45,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2003 John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2003-john-riddoch-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,White,Austria,"From 30-year-old vines, this steely style of Grüner comes from the Nussberg vineyard in western Vienna, near the Vienna woods. It is fresh and concentrated, with flavors of quince and a backbone of mineral and pepper flavors.",Nussberg,15,90,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2005 Nussberg Grüner Veltliner (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2005-nussberg-gruner-veltliner-vienna/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Wieninger
14,Red,Italy,"Who knew that Montepulciano could be brought to such heights? This is a special, uncommon wine. It's ripe, from a great vintage, and it is shining brightly now but will hold for another three to five years at least. Full of black cherry, berry skins and generous but balanced tannins. Perfect with osso buco or rack of lamb. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,29,90,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Il Feuduccio Di S. Maria D'Orni 2001  Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-feuduccio-s-maria-dorni-2001-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2001,Il Feuduccio Di S. Maria D'Orni
,White,Austria,"A barrel-aged SB that shows some wood flavor, but this is dominated by the great fruit flavors—tropical fruits, pineapple. There is some chalky minerality as well as fine, fresh acidity.",Hochgrassnitzberg,47,90,Südsteiermark,,,Erich & Walter Polz 2005 Hochgrassnitzberg Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erich-walter-polz-2005-hochgrassnitzberg-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Erich & Walter Polz
,Red,Austria,"A complex blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Zweigelt, this rich wine is smooth, with a structure that sits easily on the fruit. The small proportion of Zweigelt provides a pepper character, but the dominating Merlot gives ripe, juicy flavor.",Quo Vadis,37,90,Carnuntum,,,Hans Pitnauer 2004 Quo Vadis Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-pitnauer-2004-quo-vadis-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-carnuntum/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Hans Pitnauer
15,Red,Australia,"Made from grapes dried passito-style, this is an excellent Cab. Well balanced with soft tannins, it shows earth and focused blackberry aromas, and very juicy blackberry and plum fruit. Pretty, unique and worth seeking out.",Serpico,57,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2004 Serpico Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2004-serpico-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Mitolo
14,Red,Greece,"A powerful wine with a fruity core, showing flavors of blueberry, cherry and plum all wrapped in sweet tannin. Barnyard aromas add character to the ripe nose, while oak rounds out the wine, adding some dusty spice notes.",,24,90,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2002 Syrah (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-epanomi/,Syrah,2002,Gerovassiliou
14,Red,Italy,"Roasted and spicy up front, not unlike a good sauce or BBQ rub. The palate is big and chewy, with sweet plum, blackberry and hard-spice flavors. Plenty of clove and pepper carry the tannic, pumped-up finish. It's 100% Negroamaro made in a modern, well-oaked style.",Masseria Maìme,28,90,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tormaresca 2002 Masseria Maìme Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2002-masseria-maime-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2002,Tormaresca
,White,Austria,"A lightly structured wine, but one that promises a firmer, steelier future. It is a crisp wine, pierced with green apple acidity and green plums. It is very fresh at this stage, but showing signs of rounding out.",Pfaffenberg,27,90,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2005 Pfaffenberg Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2005-pfaffenberg-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2005,Salomon-Undhof
,White,Austria,"Spicy and ripe with flavors of rich marmalade, orange and red apple. The mineral character of the Achleiten vineyard is there as well, giving structure and length to this impressive wine.",Achleiten  Smaragd,62,90,Wachau,,,Rudi Pichler 2005 Achleiten  Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-pichler-2005-achleiten-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Rudi Pichler
13.5,White,Australia,"A fine effort. This Clare Pinot Gris has a slight coppery tinge, and is dominated by apples and pears on both nose and palate. It's juicy at palate entry, but quickly moderated by a dry, fine minerally feel. Finishes with tart sour cherry and citrus flavors. Tastes, in a way, like a still version of a very nice Champagne.",,18,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Tim Adams 2006 Pinot Gris (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tim-adams-2006-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-clare-valley/,Pinot Gris,2006,Tim Adams
,Red,US,"Merlot drives the bus here, but onboard are smatterings of Cabernet Sauvignon (6%), Cabernet Franc (3%) and Petit Verdot (3%). The result is a slick, textured, integrated wine, with more character than fruity Washington Merlots. Tight and laced with lead and mineral, it benefits from some air.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik Winery 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-winery-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Januik Winery
,Dessert,Austria,"The starting point for the series of Kracher's sweet wines. 2005 was a great year for sweet wines, but quantities of botrytis were 60% below normal. This blend of Chardonnay and Welschriesling shows elegance, freshness, honey and apple flavors, and just a hint of caramel toffee.",Beerenauslese Cuvée,29,90,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2005 Beerenauslese Cuvée White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2005-beerenauslese-cuvee-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,2005,Kracher
,Red,US,"Their first-ever reserve, this dark and tannic Malbec is densely extracted and shows the intense boysenberry character of the Northwest. Smoky tannins add a meatiness to the finish, along with some fat from new oak.",Shannon's Reserve,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),MacCallum 2003 Shannon's Reserve Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maccallum-2003-shannons-reserve-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2003,MacCallum
,White,Austria,"Working mainly with purchased fruit, Rainer Wess has developed an enviable talent for wines from the Loibenberg vineyard. This is pure Grüner— with spicy, peppery, very pure fruit flavors—leaving understated elegance.",Loibenberg,32,90,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2005 Loibenberg Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2005-loibenberg-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Rainer Wess
,Red,US,"Grapy and bright, this is the quintessential fruit-driven red wine, with bright red cherry and raspberry flavors lifting the palate. Persistent and focused, it carries the flavors through a very clean and substantial finish, ending with roasted nut-skin tannins.",,32,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,McCrea 2004 Grenache (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2004-grenache-other/,Grenache,2004,McCrea
13.5,Red,Australia,"Winemaker Kate Goodman's Cab is very enjoyable. It offers brown meat and wood aromas. It's tight and racy on the palate, with good acidity and juicy fruit at its core. The fruit feels like it's not quite in full bloom yet; might be best to revisit this one next year.",,22,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Punt Road 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punt-road-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-yarra-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Punt Road
,Red,US,"This is a very classy, sophisticated wine, blended from a wide range of Washington vineyards. It's really a Right Bank-styled Bordeaux blend, 80% Merlot, 12% Cab Franc, and a smattering of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Berries and spice, chocolate and herb, and many other lightly applied nuances make this a pleasure to sip.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,L'Ecole No. 41
14.5,Red,Australia,A worthy sister wine to the Old School Shiraz. Both offer good value for the money. The vintage has given this Barossa Cab an undertone of cool crispness; plum and wheat bread flavors and textured tannins complement a spicy chile-powder note on the nose. One to watch in the future.,,34,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Old School 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-school-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Old School
14.5,White,Italy,"This is an oak-fermented Verdicchio and Chard blend with a wonderfully rich and creamy mouthfeel, and a layered nose offering yellow fruit, butter, vanilla bean and spice aromas.",Le Busche,25,90,Central Italy,Marche,,Umani Ronchi 2003 Le Busche White (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2003-le-busche-white-marche/,White Blend,2003,Umani Ronchi
,White,US,"Crisp, authoritative melon and mineral, limned with lime and citrus and pineapple. A lovely wine, concentrated and rich.",Stillwater Creek,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2004 Stillwater Creek Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2004-stillwater-creek-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Novelty Hill
,White,Austria,"Gemischter Satz simply means, in Viennese dialect, a mixed vineyard, and this wine comes from a parcel of land that has eight different varieties and 50-year-old vines. The blend certainly gives complexity as well as richness, with currants and white fruits living together with crispness and a vivid aftertaste.",Nussberg Gemischter Satz Grande Reserve,,90,Vienna,,,Weingut Richard Zahel 2004 Nussberg Gemischter Satz Grande Reserve White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-richard-zahel-2004-nussberg-gemischter-satz-grande-reserve-white-vienna/,White Blend,2004,Weingut Richard Zahel
,White,Austria,"Having spent 16 months in oak, it is not unexpected that there are plenty of wood flavors to this wine. But after the initial toastiness, the wine opens out well, with  intense, ripe, creamy fruit and acidit. Polished, modern.",Reserve,,90,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2004-reserve-chardonnay-carnuntum/,Chardonnay,2004,Markowitsch
13,Red,Italy,"Tight and piercing at first, and then air pushes up spice, leather and exotic dried fruits. Solid in the mouth, with zesty raspberry and plum flavors. Not a huge, modern wine; it's more traditional, with concise structure and a lot of terroir.",Nipozzano Riserva,22,90,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2001 Nipozzano Riserva  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2001-nipozzano-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2001,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
,Red,US,"A clear winner at Morrison Lane, the Barbera is enhanced with a splash of Carmenère. It carries its beautiful berry flavors into a sharp, tangy, snappy finish.",,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Morrison Lane 2003 Barbera (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morrison-lane-2003-barbera-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Barbera,2003,Morrison Lane
13.5,White,Chile,"A big-time effort for Arboleda. The wine hits with copious but balanced wood, which creates a strong blast of popcorn on the nose. The mouthfeel is sturdy and intense, with nectarine, honey and toast flavors.",,15,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Arboleda 2005 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2005-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Arboleda
,White,Austria,"This is a style of wine that gives the lie to the belief that Grüner Veltliner does not age. With its pure, ripe fruit, its complex flavors of spice, red apples, backed by a firm structure, this will certainly improve over the next two to three years. Not imported.",Scheiben,35,90,Donauland,,,Franz Leth 2005 Scheiben Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-leth-2005-scheiben-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Franz Leth
14.7,Red,US,"A rich, dense Merlot, dry and full-bodied. Despite its sizable tannins, it's balanced and forward in tasty cherry, blackberry and smoky oak flavors. Has a lot of style and finesse, and should hold and improve for five years.",Reserve,42,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cosentino 2002 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2002-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Cosentino
,White,Austria,"Pineapple, white peach and pear flavors show the fruity style of Riesling that comes from the warm sites in the Loibenberg vineyard. This is a pure, crisply fresh and ripe wine, with a fine floral character. Domäne Wachau is the name of the top range of the Frei Weingartner Wachau cooperative. Not imported.",Loibenberg Federspiel,,90,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2005 Loibenberg Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2005-loibenberg-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Domäne Wachau
,White,Austria,"Smoky, peppery flavors, minerality and a firm structure all show the poor slate soil of the Achleiten vineyard. Yes, quince and grapefruit flavors are there, but they come through only slightly on this still-young wine.",Achleiten Smaragd,27,90,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2005 Achleiten Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2005-achleiten-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Domäne Wachau
,White,Austria,"This wine is all about fruit: flavors of grapefruit, white currants, white peaches and lychees. But it also has great minerality and a lift of acidity.",Langenloiser Steinmassel,30,90,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2005 Langenloiser Steinmassel Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2005-langenloiser-steinmassel-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Bründlmayer
15.5,Dessert,Italy,"Tuscany's flagship dessert wine is rigorously aged in wax-sealed miniaure oak barrels over many years in carefully ventilated rooms. The golden and delightfully sweet (but not too sweet) results are worth the long wait: dried apricot, almonds, honey and roasted chestnut hit the palate.",,62,90,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Castello d'Albola 1996  Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-1996-italian-white-trebbiano-malvasia-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,Trebbiano-Malvasia,1996,Castello d'Albola
,White,US,"Notable for high, stimulating acidity and purity of flavor, this lovely Chard brims with lime, mineral, white peach and apricot flavors, wrapped into a lush, creamy texture. It's an elegant, classy wine that improves as it breathes in the glass.",Firepeak Vineyard,26,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Carpe Diem 2003 Firepeak Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpe-diem-2003-firepeak-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Carpe Diem
,Red,US,"What a good job Zaca Mesa has done over the years with Syrah. Their block and barrel selections are typically the best, but this is their best estate bottling yet, a rich, dense, complex wine brimming with blackberry, cherry, coffee, dry chocolate and wild herb flavors and a distinguished mouthfeel.",Estate,20,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2002 Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2002-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2002,Zaca Mesa
13,Red,Italy,"This is an intriguing and complex red with loads of minerality, black pepper, charred meat, earth and charcoal. But the fruit notes are in there, too: prunes and red, ripe cherry. The tannins are a bit nervous still and the wine should be cellared a few more years.",Fatica Contadina,48,91,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora 2000 Fatica Contadina  (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2000-fatica-contadina-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2000,Terredora
14.2,Red,US,"Piedra Hill is the Cabernet-only brand of former La Jota owner Bill Smith, now better known for his W.H. Smith Pinots from Sonoma Coast. But he hasn't lost his touch for Howell Mountain Cabs. This one's dry, complex and enormously tannic. Don't even think of opening it until at least 2010, but it should develop well beyond that.",,40,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Piedra Hill 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piedra-hill-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Piedra Hill
,White,US,"Soft and buttery, this is thickly flavored with caramel, traces of pineapple, and loads of rich, tropical fruit. It's big, delicious, spicy, round and full, and it resonates nicely if you give it a little chill before pouring, to sharpen up the acids. Distinctive and appealing, as are all Dunham wines.",Lewis Estate “Shirley Mays”,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2005 Lewis Estate “Shirley Mays” Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2005-lewis-estate-shirley-mays-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2005,Dunham
,White,Austria,"Richness and complete dryness go together in this impressive wine. It is very juicy, with some tropical fruit flavors, along with white fruits, but there is also a touch of minerality that gives the wine shape.",Loibenberg Smaragd,33,91,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2005 Loibenberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2005-loibenberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Domäne Wachau
15.5,Red,Australia,"Just a really enjoyable mouthful of wine: Dark earth, blackberry, piercing fruitiness and some oak and char shadings. Finish is thick and claylike. It's15.5% alcohol, but wears its size quite well.",Reserve,45,91,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Warrabilla 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warrabilla-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rutherglen/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Warrabilla
12.5,Red,Italy,"Thick, inky and concentrated in appearance, this 90-10 Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon blend presents a vast and varied aromatic portfolio that includes black cherry fruit, graphite, leather, some barnyard for a complex and intense whole. It's a big and powerful wine that maintains its finesse and elegance.",Tenute Marchesi Antinori Riserva,30,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Marchesi Antinori 2000 Tenute Marchesi Antinori Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2000-tenute-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Marchesi Antinori
,Red,US,"Tight, tart, racy and stylish; this Bordeaux blend of 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot and 15% Cab Franc is the best yet from this young winery, a neighbor of Leonetti. Tart, primary fruit sets up a foundation that is substantial and tannic. There's plenty of power here; it just needs more time.",Camille,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nicholas Cole Cellars 2003 Camille Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicholas-cole-cellars-2003-camille-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Nicholas Cole Cellars
13.5,Red,Italy,"An excellent vintage for Il Grifone, which is a blend of 80% Montepulciano and 20% Cab Sauvignon. The nose is slightly leathery, with hints of crude oil, dark berry and toast. It's tight in the mouth, but serious, with tannins as well as ripe, complex plum and berry flavors. Should be great with grilled meats and the like. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Il Grifone,49,91,Central Italy,Offida Rosso,,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni 2001 Il Grifone  (Offida Rosso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-cocci-grifoni-2001-il-grifone-red-offida-rosso/,Red Blend,2001,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni
15,Red,Italy,"It's the rare Amarone that demands cellaring these days, but this is definitely a candidate. Grilled black plum scents lead the way, followed by plum, prune and dark chocolate flavors. Dusty, cocoa-powder-like tannins and a small amount of sweetness should mellow in four or five years, so drink from 2010.",,49,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tedeschi 2001  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2001,Tedeschi
,Red,Austria,"As smooth as a red wine can be. Eighteen months in barrels, of which 40% were new, have smoothed out any sharp edges. This is velvety inits texture, with its ripe fruit, sweet tannins and red berry fruit flavors.",Oberer Wald,43,91,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2003 Oberer Wald Blaufränkisch (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2003-oberer-wald-other-red-blaufrankisch-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,Blaufränkisch,2003,Ernst Triebaumer
14.1,Red,Chile,"Very round and stylish, especially for an '02 (not a memorable vintage in Chile). The nose offers full berry and tobacco aromas, which are backed up by ripe cassis and plum flavors. Stacked on the finish, with chocolaty depth that's worth exploring. Quite a successful world-class red.",,70,91,Aconcagua Valley,,,Seña 2002 Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sena-2002-red-aconcagua-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Seña
,Red,US,"It's not easy to make 100% Cabernet such as this; the fruit must be perfect. Winemaker Joseph Gunselman is up to the challenge. This tight, sappy, clean, wine expresses a marvelous purity of fruit, tightly wrapped, but dense and ripe. Decant, or cellar for 10 years.",,33,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Robert Karl 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Robert Karl
,White,Austria,"An impressive, barrique-aged wine. This is very rich and intense, full of flavors of spice, ripe melons and caramel. This is a wine for aging—try it again in 4 or 5 years.",Hochgrassnitzberg Reserve,60,91,Südsteiermark,,,Erich & Walter Polz 2003 Hochgrassnitzberg Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erich-walter-polz-2003-hochgrassnitzberg-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Erich & Walter Polz
,Dessert,Italy,"A dessert wine densely packed with aromatic intensity, flavor and texture. Deeply perfumed Moscato Bianco grapes are left to dry on the vine or on mats to concentrate intensity and notes of almond, honey and dried fruits.",Villa Monticelli,40,91,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barberani 2003 Villa Monticelli Moscato (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2003-villa-monticelli-muscat-moscato-umbria/,Moscato,2003,Barberani
14.5,Red,US,"This wine is very similar to Arista's regular Pinot, but considerably more concentrated. It's bone dry, silky in texture, fairly alcoholic, full-bodied and complex in cherry, cola, rhubarb and peppery spice flavors, with a tannin-acid backbone that suggests aging through 2011.",Harper's Rest,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2004 Harper's Rest Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2004-harpers-rest-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Arista
,White,Austria,A vineyard high on the Nussberg hill gives this hugely concentrated wine perfumed flavors of ripe plums to go with its touch of pink grapefruit. Well structured and  outstanding.,Kaasgraben,23,91,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2005 Kaasgraben Grüner Veltliner (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2005-kaasgraben-gruner-veltliner-vienna/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Wieninger
,White,Austria,"From a vineyard that has 50% loess soil and 50% sandstone, this wine is open, generous and opulent. The fruits are in the green spectrum, but they are rich and finely perfumed.",Kugler,19,91,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2005 Kugler Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2005-kugler-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2005,Weinrieder
,White,Austria,"This hugely mineral wine boasts a great structure and full body. Its weight is balanced with peach, pear and pineapple flavors that give it freshness, fruitiness and also refreshing, crisp acidity.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein,45,91,Kamptal,,,Hiedler 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hiedler-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Hiedler
,Red,US,"Rich,  powerful and sappy, with a tarry core packed with fruit. Young, concentrated and spicy with whiffs of anise and plum.",Stillwater Creek,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2003 Stillwater Creek Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2003-stillwater-creek-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Novelty Hill
14.6,Red,US,"If Cabernet Sauvignon isn't careful, Cab Francs like this are going to elbow it aside. This wine has fine dryness and complexity. It's an elegant, velvety wine that's not as heavy as a Cab Sauvignon, but in the same vein. It's oaky and cherryish and frankly delicious.",Reserve,45,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Cosentino 2002 Reserve Cabernet Franc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2002-reserve-cabernet-franc-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Cosentino
14,Red,Australia,"Of Clarendon Hills' three Cabs, this one is generally considered the flagship. This vintage, the Hickinbotham is a darker, more brooding sort of Cab than the other two, with drying, tealike tannins in the mouth and bramble aromas. In spite of its dark profile, it's not oversized or overoaked. Shows good length on the finish. Drink now–2012.",Hickinbotham,70,91,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Hickinbotham Cabernet Sauvignon (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-hickinbotham-cabernet-sauvignon-clarendon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Clarendon Hills
14.5,Red,Australia,"Shows tons of beautiful red and black berries on the nose, which carry over to the palate in the form of juicy, perfectly ripe flavors tinged with just a hint of graham cracker. Acidity is lively; can be enjoyed now through 2011.",Brookman,65,91,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Brookman Cabernet Sauvignon (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-brookman-cabernet-sauvignon-clarendon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Clarendon Hills
,Red,US,"There's beautiful blackberry and cassis fruit in this Cab, undergirded by a rich, coffee-infused earthiness. It's completely dry and the tannins are fairly fierce, but nothing a good steak can't negotiate. In fact, it's a great food wine, classy and understated. The best Sobon Cab ever and a great value.",,15,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sobon Estate
,Red,US,"Opens with a bright, clean burst of red cherry pie, with teases of wintergreen, clove tea and smoky oak. This inviting aroma leads to an elegant, balanced mouthfeel, rich in dusty tannins and complex cherry, coffee and grilled mushroom flavors.",,30,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2003 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2003-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2003,Turnbull
,Red,US,"Warm, lush and seductive, the winery's Walla Walla Cab includes 6% Cab Franc in the blend. A vibrant mix of boysenberry, blueberry, black raspberry and black cherry, it's big, smooth, full, fleshy and immensely flavorful.",,37,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"Made in a riper style, a flamboyant wine with tremendous fruit and also significant oak. Will appeal to aficionados of big Pinots, with its muscular cherry pie, black raspberry marmalade, cranberry sauce, mocha and smoky, toasty flavors. Fortunately, the wine is quite dry, and those wonderful Edna Valley acids sustain balance. Should hold if not improve for a few years before it loses freshness.",Stone Corral Vineyard,45,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 2003 Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2003-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Kynsi
13.5,Red,US,"This is an awfully good wine. It's a great example of a coastal Merlot from a good vintage, lush and sweet in cherry, cassis and cocoa flavors, yet completely dry, and the tannins are rich and smooth. There's a complex velvety softness that caresses the finish.",,17,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2002 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2002-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Sebastiani
13.9,Red,US,"Showcases the terroir and potential of this extreme appellation, but if you're a fan of rich, opulently fruity Pinots, go elsewhere. This is a minimalist wine, dry and acidic, with a firm minerality undergirding cherry and cola flavors. Burgundy-oriented Pinotphiles will appreciate the complexity.",,28,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,W.H. Smith
13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a wine that epitomizes the winemaking potential of Puglia, in southern Italy. This Aglianico, with a small percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon, is a vibrant ruby color and is bursting with ripe cherry, cigar box, black slate, resin and toast. It is a complex wine with a particularly succulent quality in the mouth that finishes with dusty tannins.",Bocca di Lupo,27,91,Southern Italy,Castel del Monte,,Tormaresca 2002 Bocca di Lupo Aglianico (Castel del Monte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2002-bocca-lupo-italian-red-aglianico-castel-monte/,Aglianico,2002,Tormaresca
,White,Austria,Patches of limestone soil on the Nussberg hill allow Riesling to be fruity—with white peaches and apricots—and also mineral. There is a touch of spice as well as a long-lasting citric aftertaste.,Nussberg,25,91,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2005 Nussberg Riesling (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2005-nussberg-riesling-vienna/,Riesling,2005,Wieninger
14.5,Red,Australia,"Has a hint of black pepper and mustard seed on the nose. The palate is all about its smooth, claylike feel, its flavors of cola and bramble prettily supporting it. Finishes wooly and textured.",Reserve,65,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Penley Estate
,White,Austria,"Knoll's wines tend to be delicate, expressing terroir rather than power. This is certainly the case with this crisp, clean, very fresh and green wine. It's young, of course, and like other Knoll wines should age well.",Loibenberg Smaragd,50,91,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2005 Loibenberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2005-loibenberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Emmerich Knoll
,Red,Austria,"The wine is not named after Austria's emperor, but after a Pitnauer family member. The blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Zweigelt works well, giving a powerful, dry, concentrated wine with big tannins. At this stage, the wood is rather too dominant, but that should soften  over the next year.",Franz-Josef,39,91,Carnuntum,,,Hans Pitnauer 2003 Franz-Josef Red (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-pitnauer-2003-franz-josef-red-carnuntum/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Hans Pitnauer
14,Red,Chile,"Perfectly open and huge, with deep plum and black fruit smothering both the bouquet and palate. Over the past couple of years this wine has distinguished itself as a bruiser with charm. And while it may show very little in common with Rhône-style Syrah, for a Chilean version it rocks. Look for huge berry flavors and excellent balancing acids and tannins.",Marqués de Casa Concha,19,91,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Marqués de Casa Concha Syrah (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-marques-casa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-peumo/,Syrah,2004,Concha y Toro
,White,Austria,"Grapes from a small parcel of vineyard on the Nussberg hill go into this 100-case production wine. It has some wood aging, but the main element is the rich and concentrated fruit. This will certainly repay some bottle age. 100 cases produced.",Preussen,32,92,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2005 Preussen Grüner Veltliner (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2005-preussen-gruner-veltliner-vienna/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Wieninger
15,Red,Italy,"In contrast to Tommasi's regular Amarone, this is a darker, richer, more brooding wine, loaded with chocolaty, fudge-like flavors and roasted fruit. It's mouthfilling and supple, with a lingering finish that bodes well for cellaring, although it's certainly approachable now.",Ca' Florian,68,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2001 Ca' Florian  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2001-ca-florian-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2001,Tommasi
,Red,US,"Ripe black fruit and spicy, smoky scents pull you into this smooth and lush gem of a Syrah. Dense and fruit-driven, it's a showcase of the superripe 2003 vintage, which blessed Washington's Syrahs with unprecedented power.",,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Novelty Hill
15,Red,Italy,"This makes a great first impression in a flight of dry Amarones—lush, rich and balanced, with a blend of dried fruit (prune, dates, figs), spice and chocolate that end in soft, plush tannins. But it's on the finish that a touch of sweetness comes through, probably limiting the food-pairing options to the cheese course. This would be delicious with pecorino or Parmigiano.",,47,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Il Roverone 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-roverone-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Il Roverone
,Dessert,Austria,"Kracher's fame rests on the series of cuvées he makes, which increases in intensity the higher the number. In 2003, the series was broken because of the dry year and the lack of botrytis, and only one wine was made. It certainly has exceptional power from the heat of the year, with raisins as much as botrytis on the palate, and relatively low acidity.",Cuvée No 1. Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese,72,92,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2003 Cuvée No 1. Nouvelle Vague Trockenbeerenauslese White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2003-cuvee-no-1-nouvelle-vague-trockenbeerenauslese-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,2003,Kracher
,White,Austria,"From a blend of nine different grapes, all picked together in the traditional Gemischter Satz style, this is pure Vienna. For such a seemingly haphazard way of working, this is a stylish, complex wine, with flavors coming from all directions. Nuts, ripe fruits and spice all contribute, as does good minerality.",Nussberg Alte Reben,25,92,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2004 Nussberg Alte Reben White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2004-nussberg-alte-reben-white-vienna/,White Blend,2004,Wieninger
,Dessert,Austria,"This is a delicate wine, with intense sweetness. The dryness of the botrytis is there with apricot and honey flavors, along with great waves of piercing acidity. A wine to age.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein Beerenauslese,95,92,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2000 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Beerenauslese Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2000-zobinger-heiligenstein-beerenauslese-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2000,Bründlmayer
13.5,White,Italy,"A top-notch white wine made with 80% Chardonnay and 20% Grechetto that stands above the rest thanks to its silky, soft feel. It is as smooth and supple as vanilla custard with peach pulp blended within. Yet, it leaves its mark in the mouth thanks to its supple roundness and lingering fruit flavors.",Cervaro della Sala,42,92,Central Italy,Umbria,,Marchesi Antinori 2003 Cervaro della Sala White (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2003-cervaro-della-sala-white-umbria/,White Blend,2003,Marchesi Antinori
15.5,Red,Italy,"It's already showing a touch of color degradation, but don't let that stop you. This is a smooth, creamy, elegant Amarone, with flavors of dried figs and cherries accented by hints of cocoa. Richly textured on the finish, where the fruit shines through.",Selezione Antonio Castagnedi,50,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2002 Selezione Antonio Castagnedi  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2002-selezione-antonio-castagnedi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2002,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
,White,Austria,"Green, young and firm, this wine is developing slowly. But it's obviously going to be a fine wine, with its mineral, steely character, intense dryness and flavors of ripe pears.",Terrassen Sonnleiten,,92,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2005 Terrassen Sonnleiten Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2005-terrassen-sonnleiten-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2005,R&A Pfaffl
,White,Austria,"There is some wood here, particularly to smell, but it forms a seasoning for the intense concentrated flavors. Mandarin oranges and some smoky minerality are mixed in a creamy, rich blend. An impressive wine.",Hundsleiten,,92,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2005 Hundsleiten Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2005-hundsleiten-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,R&A Pfaffl
15,Red,Italy,"A bit understated on the nose, yielding just plum and leather at first, but this really blossoms on the palate, revealing layers of black cherry and plum fruit, framed by hints of vanilla and toast. Ripe and round without being heavy, this excellent Amarone finishes with dusty tannins and another gush of fresh fruit, suggesting 10 years of aging is not out of the question.",,60,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2001  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2001,Tommasi
14.1,White,US,"What a rich wine this is. It shows ripe varietal character in the tangerine, fig and cantaloupe flavors, but more than that, a white Bordeaux-inspired interventionist technique brings a leesy, oaky creaminess. Add to that refreshingly crisp Carneros acidity, and the bottom line is great Sauvignon Blanc.",Hyde Vineyard,26,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Selene 2005 Hyde Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2005-hyde-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Selene
13.5,Red,US,"Pours lightish in ruby color, smells rich and detailed in Pinot aromas, and drinks dry and elegant, with ripe Pinot fruit. What's not to like? Cherries, cola, rosehip tea and cinnamon spice flavors mingle into a wonderfully long finish, in a texture marked by silk and satin. Drink now.",Dutton Ranch,35,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2004 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2004-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,US,"With a fair degree of new French oak, this lovely wine has a toasty, cedary edge that meshes well with the underlying fruit. Small amounts of Syrah, Cab Franc and Merlot bring a lighter, red cherry note to Cab's deeper, darker blackberries and currants. Very stylish and sophisticated wine.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Turnbull 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Turnbull
,White,Austria,"Salomon makes wines from the vineyards they have rented from the Metternich family on the Pfaffenberg. This is a beautiful floral wine, flinty and crisp. It also shows supple acidity, fruit flavors and a long, intense aftertaste. Expect this to age well.",Pfaffenberg,,92,Kremstal,,,Metternich-Salomon 2005 Pfaffenberg Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/metternich-salomon-2005-pfaffenberg-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2005,Metternich-Salomon
14.9,White,US,"Here's a big, rich, mouthfilling Chard. It's superoaky, superripe and just delicious, offering up a wealth of mango, guava, pineapple custard and peach pie fruit, with the crème brûlée, buttercream and buttered toast from new oak. Really good Chardonnay.",Bell Mountain Vineyard,20,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Medlock Ames 2004 Bell Mountain Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medlock-ames-2004-bell-mountain-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Medlock Ames
,Red,US,"Now in its third vintage, this Mourvèdre (with 11% Syrah in the blend) is better than ever. More than just a fruity, spicy-sweet red wine, it's got a luscious, smoky, gamy quality now showing for the first time. Dark and powerful, with flavors of graphite running through the tannins, superb definition and appealing minerality.",Ciel du Cheval,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea 2004 Ciel du Cheval Mourvèdre (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2004-ciel-cheval-mourvedre-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Mourvèdre,2004,McCrea
,Red,US,"Sourced from one of the mainstay vineyards in Washington's new Wahluke Slope AVA, this Syrah is fragrant with berry, citrus and mint. It explodes on the tongue with tart, snappy raspberry and boysenberry fruit; clean and bracing and as fresh as a summer day. Sappy and sharp, bright and powerful; it's supple and bracing.",Clifton Hill Vineyard,23,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Seia 2004 Clifton Hill Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seia-2004-clifton-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2004,Seia
,Red,US,"Complete, aromatic and lively, with a tart, citrusy nose. Layered and precise, this beautifully focused effort sets sparkling acidity against toasty oak. The tart, cool-climate fruit flavors are concentrated and fresh.",Boushey-McPherson Vineyard,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bunnell 2004 Boushey-McPherson Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-2004-boushey-mcpherson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2004,Bunnell
,Red,US,"Soft, smooth, rich and supple, this delicious blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc also includes a dash of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. There's loads of black cherry and blackberry fruit flavor, but beyond that the wine shows real stuffing. It gently evolves in the mouth, opening up to reveal layers of tobacco, cherry, tar and light smoke.",Ursa Red,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baer 2003 Ursa Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baer-2003-ursa-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Baer
,White,Austria,"A full, fat style of wine that packs opulent flavors, ripe fruits and smoky aromas. Lime, honey and minerals balance with the crisp acidity. To finish, the wine is soft and rounded.",Loibenberg Grüner Veltliner Smaragd,55,92,Wachau,,,Alzinger 2005 Loibenberg Grüner Veltliner Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alzinger-2005-loibenberg-gruner-veltliner-smaragd-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Alzinger
14,Red,Italy,"Rugged and aggressive, but that's just fine considering how big, broad and tannic this Carignan is. Look for fiery licorice aromas with notes of citrus peel and black cherry. The palate offers tons of weight, richness and spice.",Terre Brune Superiore,66,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Carignano del Sulcis,,Cantina Santadi 2001 Terre Brune Superiore  (Carignano del Sulcis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-santadi-2001-terre-brune-superiore-carignan-carignano-carignano-sulcis/,Carignano,2001,Cantina Santadi
14.7,Red,US,"The appellation is a distinct bench on the west side of the Salinas Valley, and this fine Pinot has benefited from the cool winds and long hang time. Marked by bright acidity and intense cherry, cola and spice flavors, it's a dry, rich wine, with a silky texture and enough complexity to age through this decade.",,35,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Carmel Road 2003 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2003,Carmel Road
,Dessert,Austria,"Tropical fruits combine with honey to give a wine with both exotic flavors and considerable intensity and weight. Still, as befits an ice wine, there is some delicacy from pure, piercing acidity.",Hohenleiten Welschriesling Eiswein,40,92,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2005 Hohenleiten Welschriesling Eiswein Welschriesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2005-hohenleiten-welschriesling-eiswein-other-white-welschriesling-niederosterreich/,Welschriesling,2005,Weinrieder
14.2,Red,US,"As is typical of Pinots from this appellation, the wine is fruit-driven. We're talking a huge mouthfeel of cherry-rhubarb pie and oak-influenced cocoa-dusted peanut brittle flavors, but fortunately the wine is totally dry, and maintains a keen, acidic silkiness. Drink this big Pinot with strongly flavored food.",Rosella's Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Miner 2004 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2004-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Miner
14.6,Red,US,"An extraordinarily rich Pinot, fat and opulent in cherry compote, mocha and root beer flavors. Generously oaked, it offers spicy oak notes and a velvety texture. It's a big, fruit-forward wine, but manages to maintain delicacy and harmony throughout. Best now through 2008.",Laetitia Vineyard Clone 667,48,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Malvolio 2003 Laetitia Vineyard Clone 667 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malvolio-2003-laetitia-vineyard-clone-667-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Malvolio
,White,Austria,"To say acidity dominates this wine is praise rather than condemnation. For this acidity comes from wonderful fresh fruits, intensely flavored white currants, and a steely poise that cuts right through.",Terrassen Sonnleiten,,92,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2004 Terrassen Sonnleiten Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2004-terrassen-sonnleiten-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2004,R&A Pfaffl
,Red,US,"There was no Pepper Bridge or Seven Hills Merlot in the mix in 2004, but this as good as any other Leonetti Merlot, which is to say as good as it gets, aided by the inclusion of Cold Creek vineyard fruit. Soft, lush and beautifully aromatic; it's just lightly dusted with chocolate and hints of spicy herb.",,60,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Leonetti Cellar
,White,Austria,"The second harvesting pass through the vineyard in 2004 produced the grapes for this wine. The purity of the fruit flavors are the most striking thing about this delicious and impressive wine. Flavors of white currants vie with hedgerow fruits, lychees and  almonds.",Bockgärten II,29,92,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2004 Bockgärten II Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2004-bockgarten-ii-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2004,Weinrieder
,White,Austria,"Imagine sucking on pebbles, and you get some idea of the mineral character of this wine. It brings concentration from late harvest fruit, with ripeness and spice.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein Reserve,83,92,Kamptal,,,Jurtschitsch 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Reserve Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jurtschitsch-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-reserve-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Jurtschitsch
,Red,US,"Smooth, hard and glossy, with tightly wound fruits dappled with light herbs. The mix of plum, cherry, coffee and earth is perfectly balanced, and the wine shows good density and extract. Grapes are from Red Mountain, Walla Walla and Horse Heaven.",,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hightower 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Hightower
14.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of red eraser, nut and dry earth or sand. On the palate it takes quite a different tack, its juicy black, blue- and raspberry fruit still tautly youthful. Powerful, though still so young; will probably show best in 5–8 years.",Sandown,65,92,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2004 Sandown Cabernet Sauvignon (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2004-sandown-cabernet-sauvignon-clarendon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Clarendon Hills
14.1,Red,Chile,"The Chadwicks have hit the big time with this superb Cabernet-dominated blend. The bouquet of black cherry, charcoal, plum and tree bark is sensational, while the cassis, cherry and tobacco flavors sing on the palate. Lots of fruit, power and balance, with a touch of earthiness.",Viñedo Chadwick,100,93,Maipo Valley,,,Errazuriz 2003 Viñedo Chadwick Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2003-vinedo-chadwick-red-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Errazuriz
14.5,Red,US,"Years ago I found out how good these Sierra Foothills Cab Francs can be, and here's another one. It really impresses for its dry finesse, a wine that exhibits true gout de terroir in the earthy, mushroomy flavors with their subtle hint of black cherries and violets. Try as an alternative to Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot.",The Scrapper,30,93,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Vinum Cellars 2003 The Scrapper Cabernet Franc (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2003-scrapper-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Vinum Cellars
,White,Austria,"Tiny quantities of this wine were produced in '03 and again in '04. It is an impressive wine, with intense sweet apricot and honey flavors, still giving fine, fresh acidity to balance the dense texture.",Loibenberg Trockenbeerenaulese,,93,Wachau,,,Dinstlgut Loiben 2003 Loibenberg Trockenbeerenaulese Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinstlgut-loiben-2003-loibenberg-trockenbeerenaulese-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2003,Dinstlgut Loiben
,Red,Austria,"Famed as a cult wine in Austria, this lives up to its billing. It is powerful but elegant, with juicy, herbal flavors, blackberries, damsons and a smooth, cocoa coating. But there is certainly structure here from the tannins. Like so many Triebaumer wines, this will age magnificently.",Mariental,,93,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2003 Mariental Blaufränkisch (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2003-mariental-other-red-blaufrankisch-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,Blaufränkisch,2003,Ernst Triebaumer
15,Red,US,"It's midnight black, thoroughly dry, high in alcohol, and distinctive for the power and authority of its fruity structure. Anyone can achieve ripeness, but this wine's dry balance really makes it special. The tannins ensure a long life. Drink now through 2015.",Fat Buck Ridge Vineyard,55,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2003 Fat Buck Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2003-fat-buck-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2003,Thomas Fogarty
,Red,Austria,"This is Markowitsch's flagship wine, from the Rosenberg vineyard. The blend varies from year to year, but always includes at least 50% Zweigelt, along with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. This 2003 is as powerful and intense as is to be expected from a wine of this vintage, but is saved by its structure. It is rich, ripe and very open, with damson, black currants and creamy wood flavors blending well together.",Rosenberg,,93,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2003 Rosenberg Red (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2003-rosenberg-red-carnuntum/,Red Blend,2003,Markowitsch
14,Dessert,Italy,"This dessert wine ventures far beyond classic dried fruit and nuts to offer fresh peach, apricot lavender, lemon rind, dried basil and pine nuts. It has a winning combination of herbs and sweetness that recalls tea with honey and lemon. Made from late-harvest (as late as November) and very rare Moscato Reale grapes.",Apianae,19,93,Southern Italy,Molise,,Di Majo Norante 2002 Apianae White (Molise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majo-norante-2002-apianae-white-molise/,White Blend,2002,Di Majo Norante
,White,Austria,"A very intense, full-flavored wine, with structure and minerality the dominant characteristics. There's certainly acidity in this youthful wine, but it is the intensity of flavors that will eventually—give it four years—shine through.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein,36,93,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Bründlmayer
14.6,Red,US,"This is the driest, most austere of Arista's current Pinots. It's not a hedonistic wine. It offers a mouthful of acidity and earthy, truffly tastes, with a hint of cherries and cranberries. It doesn't slap you with fruit, but it's a wine you'll return to for a third glass when the fruit bombs have palled. Best now, but will hold for five years.",Longbow,38,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2004 Longbow Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2004-longbow-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Arista
14.5,Red,US,"What a great job Chappellet does. It's a brand that's sometimes overlooked in favor of the new kids, but really deserves recognition. This is a stunningly rich, balanced Merlot, long in cherry, cocoa and oak flavors, yet complexed with fine tannins and rich acidity. It validates the old adage that, in California, Merlot is the soft Cabernet.",,30,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Chappellet
,Red,US,"This wine is immediately fascinating. A rich mix of fruits, ripened to compote intensity, offers both power and detail. Subtle streaks of herb, leaf and wet hay suggest old-vine complexity, and the acids are naturally firm and supportive. Everything is nicely knit together, full-bodied and deep.",Old Vines Dedication Series #23,75,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2003 Old Vines Dedication Series #23 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2003-old-vines-dedication-series-23-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Woodward Canyon
,White,Austria,"From 50-year-old vines, harvested at the end of November, this wine has definite late-harvest richness and intensity of flavor. Fruit tastes are less obvious than the perfumes, the flavors of almonds and complexity, what Friedrich Rieder calls a wine with character.",Alte Reben,24,93,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2004 Alte Reben Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2004-alte-reben-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Weinrieder
13,Red,Australia,"Tasted alongside other South Australian Cabs, this one is distinguished by its restraint and elegance. The nose has a nice briary quality; the palate has well-integrated tannins, and flavors of red fruit and eucalyptus. Medium in body, and very juicy through the long finish.  Drink now–2013.",Shadrach,50,93,South Australia,South Australia,,Grant Burge 2000 Shadrach Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2000-shadrach-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Grant Burge
15.2,White,US,"Brilliant exposition of Chardonnay from a cool climate. There's a brisk, clean, minerally moutheel, brimming with acidity, that frames exotic flavors of ripe tropical fruits, spices, peaches and vanilla-infused cream, and a finish that turns to pure apricot nectar. Just delicious.",Ashley's Vineyard,28,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2004 Ashley's Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2004-ashleys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Fess Parker
14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a wine that would benefit from further bottle aging: Just a little earth and anise come through on the nose. It's tightly wound all around—a little lean, even—but pleasantly so, its juicy, tangy black cherry flavors and lively acidity dominating at this stage. Supple and layered on the palate and through the finish. Drink 2008–2012.",Heytesbury,50,93,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2003 Heytesbury Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2003-heytesbury-red-margaret-river/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Vasse Felix
15.9,Red,US,"This is one of the best Pets I've had this year. It's dry and compellingly delicious, a subtle wine of great intricacy, from the blackberry and coffee flavors to the smoothly tannic structure to the classic finish, but be forewarned: The alcohol is 15.9%.",,22,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ursa 2003 Petite Sirah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ursa-2003-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills/,Petite Sirah,2003,Ursa
14.3,Red,US,"This is from the cooler, southern portion of the valley, and the climate shows in the notable tannins and acids that put the wine in lockdown. Yet it's a very fine Syrah, rich and classy in meaty blackberry and coffee flavors and a luscious finish of blueberry tart. You could enjoy this single-vineyard wine now, but it should soften and develop additional bottle complexities from 2007 through 2010.",Trenton Station Vineyard,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2004 Trenton Station Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2004-trenton-station-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2004,Lost Canyon
,White,Austria,"Big, fat and opulent as befits a wine produced in a winery owned by the Burgundian Cistercian order. The tropical fruit flavors are dominant, but still attractively balanced with lively, fresh acidity.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein,36,93,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Schloss Gobelsburg
,Red,US,"A wonderful nose of violets and mixed fruits, with hints of Asian spices. Long and seamless, textural and detailed, it leads into flavors of boysenberry, blueberry and cherry. The oak is very nicely applied, and the wine keeps coming at you with flavors of Bourbon barrel, soft soy, balsamic and moist earth, all beautifully integrated.",Red,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Quilceda Creek 2003 Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2003-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Quilceda Creek
,White,Austria,"Named after the lyre method of training vines, which Willi Brundlmayer uses on the Heiligenstein vineyard to open out the vine's canopy, this is a full-bodied, many-layered wine, with pink grapefruit, quince and apricot flavors. Like other Rieslings from Heiligenstein, this will certainly age almost indefinitely.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein Lyra,60,94,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Lyra Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-lyra-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Bründlmayer
14.5,Red,Chile,"Impressive in every way. The color shines an irridescent ruby, while the bouquet is massive, an amalgamation of fresh-cut cedar, pencil lead and lush berry fruit. Ripe as can be and balanced, with plushness and depth you don't normally find. Finishes round and creamy, with vanilla and liqueur notes. Does not require cellaring but should hold for up to 10 years.",,75,94,Puente Alto,,,Almaviva 2003 Red (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almaviva-2003-red-puente-alto/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Almaviva
14.5,Red,Italy,"Dark as night, with licorice, lavender and blackberry aromas that are truly impressive. The palate is beyond deep, with over-the-top flavors of wild berry marmalade and chocolate. No surprise that it manages to finish in massive fashion. A total stud of a Carignan from Sardegna. Good 2010 and beyond.",Mantènghja,91,94,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Capichera 2001 Mantènghja Carignano (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capichera-2001-mantenghja-carignan-carignano-isola-nuraghi/,Carignano,2001,Capichera
,Dessert,Austria,"The ultimate in the Kracher lineup of sweet wines, this is destined to become a legend. It is hugely liquorous, intensely flavored with botrytis, honey, acidity, and enticing aromas of honeysuckle and sweet cottage garden flowers. Because this essence couldn't ferment above 4% alcohol, it is not allowed to be called wine, so is described as partially fermented grape must.",Kracher No. 12,110,94,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2002 Kracher No. 12 White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2002-no-12-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,2002,Kracher
,White,Austria,"Citric flavors dominate this floral, very focused wine, from the steep Achleiten vineyard. It has some sweetness, or more precisely, richness, but this is only a small part of the vibrant, lively structure of a delicious wine.",Achleiten Smaragd,45,95,Wachau,,,Prager 2005 Achleiten Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2005-achleiten-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Prager
,Red,US,"100% estate grown. More tannic and dense than the Cabernet, this is roughly three-quarters Cabernet, one-sixth Merlot, but replaces that wine's Cab Franc and Carmenère with Petit Verdot. The nose shows hints of mushroom, jasmine, blueberries, raspberries and dark chocolate. All in all a big but surprisingly subtle, scented, sensuous wine.",Reserve,100,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2003 Reserve Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2003-reserve-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Leonetti Cellar
,White,Austria,"This wine is going to age, and age magnificently. That's obvious from the taut, structured tannins and the curve of flavors that rise from the perfumes through peach and white fruits and finishing with fresh, juicy acidity.",Achleiten Smaragd,48,95,Wachau,,,Prager 2005 Achleiten Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2005-achleiten-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Prager
,White,Austria,"The purest Riesling flavors are to be found in this great wine. At this stage, it is still very tight and closed up, but there is so much leashed power there, along with complex hints of fruits, minerals and exotic perfumes. Give it at least five years, and it will begin to slowly evolve.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein Alte Reben,,95,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Alte Reben Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-alte-reben-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Bründlmayer
,Dessert,Austria,"What a beautiful wine, with honey, perfumes, acidity and delicate fruit. It is certainly ripe, with tropical fruits and a pure citric streak. But more than the parts is the sum: The acidity promises long bottle aging, but the pleasure is also there now. Treasure this wine—none was produced in 2004 or in 2005.",Schneiderberg Eiswein,70,95,Niederösterreich,,,Weinrieder 2003 Schneiderberg Eiswein Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2003-schneiderberg-eiswein-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2003,Weinrieder
,Red,US,"Lovely color and aromatics, this supremely powerful yet graceful wine sends up a mix of plum, berry, dust, mint and menthol. It's spicy and young, and surprisingly light on its feet. The concentration here is different from a top-tier Napa Cabernet; the fruit has a pleasing elegance. The acids are firm but unobtrusive, the tannins are ripe, smooth but substantial, giving the wine some weight and power. As good as anything this superb producer has ever done.",,95,97,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Quilceda Creek 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Quilceda Creek
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Plum, blueberry, leather and spice waft from the glass, followed by a lean, dry, almost metallic note. Light in the mouth, with tart plum peeking through, this would be a tough match for food. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,11,80,Stellenbosch,,,Zonnebloem 2004 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonnebloem-2004-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2004,Zonnebloem
12.5,White,Argentina,"Hints of melon and citrus on the nose, but the palate is limited in what it offers. Flavors of dried apricot is the best you get from this short, somewhat bitter wine. Not concentrated; stretched thin. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2005 Pinot Grigio (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendoza/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Santa Julia
13.5,Red,France,"Slightly volatile on the nose, then delivers some pickle-brine flavors, lowering the score. It's a rather big-framed wine that got off track somewhere, lacking flesh and fruit.",La Chasse du Pape Prestige,10,80,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Gabriel Meffre 2004 La Chasse du Pape Prestige Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2004-chasse-pape-prestige-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Gabriel Meffre
14,Red,Chile,"Reddish in color, and based entirely on Cabernet Sauvignon, this heavy rosado tastes too much like fruit punch and not enough like dry wine. With sweet and soft fruit it comes on like a cherry or berry fruit drink, and the finish is candied and monotone.",Santa Digna Reserve Rosé,10,80,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2006 Santa Digna Reserve Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2006-santa-digna-reserve-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Miguel Torres
13,White,Spain,"Wheat and corn aromas announce the soft, oaky personality that this wine brings to the table. Grainy and heavily oaked, it sits on toast, vanilla and creamy, buttery flavors without offering any serious fruit or style.",Vega del Rio Crianza,14,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Navajas 2003 Vega del Rio Crianza Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navajas-2003-vega-rio-crianza-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2003,Bodegas Navajas
12,White,Spain,"Heavy and waxy, and not all that likable. Weighs in as a dull, acidic white with a boring, sour disposition.",Blanco,12,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2004 Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2004-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2004,El Coto
14,Red,Argentina,"A heavy load, with berry jam, marshmallow and other unconvincing aromas. Dark as night but clumsy as can be, with thick flavors and a core sweetness that doesn't seem natural. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",Medrano Vineyard,20,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Faustina 2002 Medrano Vineyard Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-faustina-2002-medrano-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2002,Santa Faustina
,Red,France,"Ambitiously priced and ambitiously oaked as well, with masses of cedar and vanilla that coat the palate. Some alcoholic heat shows through on the finish.",César,20,80,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Roche-Audran 2004 César Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roche-audran-2004-cesar-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Roche-Audran
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Slapping “wine made from organic grapes“ on the label shouldn't be a license to market a subpar vintage Port in what was a great year in the Douro. Muddy aromas and flavors of charred fruit are barely acceptable, as is the thin, harsh finish.",Vintage,,80,Douro,,,Casal dos Jordões 2000 Vintage Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-jordoes-2000-vintage-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,2000,Casal dos Jordões
14.4,Red,US,"A rustic wine that finishes off-dry with sugared blackberry tea and warm cola flavors. Sangiovese, Primitivo, Barbera and Dolcetto.",Hopland Ranches Quadriga,24,81,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2003 Hopland Ranches Quadriga Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2003-hopland-ranches-quadriga-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Red Blend,2003,Brutocao
13,Red,Uruguay,"Mildly saucy and stewy, with damp aromas. The palate is a touch green, with olive, bell pepper and tomato notes feeding into primary plum flavors. Hard as can be on the tongue, with cheek-scratching tannins.",Reserva,30,81,Uruguay,,,Toscanini 2002 Reserva Tannat (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscanini-2002-reserva-other-red-tannat/,Tannat,2002,Toscanini
13,Red,Spain,"Stewy, with red cabbage and field funk on the nose. Limited in scope, with tart plum flavors along with a persistent infusion of green. Acceptable mouthfeel and balance are what save it from a worse fate.",Joven,7,81,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Mar de León 2004 Joven Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-leon-2004-joven-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2004,Mar de León
13,White,France,"A heavy, low-acid white, just as you might expect from one of the hottest vintages ever. It's broad and mouthcoating but not particularly pleasant, offering only faint suggestions of apple and citrus.",Laurus,13,81,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Gabriel Meffre 2003 Laurus White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2003-laurus-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2003,Gabriel Meffre
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Odd stuff, with honeyed sweet green-pea aromas and flavors suggestive of older New Zealand Sauvignon, turning lemony on the finish.",Trillo,20,81,Wairarapa,,,Cottier 2005 Trillo Sauvignon Blanc (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottier-2005-trillo-sauvignon-blanc-wairarapa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Cottier
13,Rose,Spain,"Oddly aromatized, with strong hints of hickory and sweets. The whole wine is a strange mix of clove and distant fruit. Finishes with weird notes of spiced tea and rubber. Made from 95% Garnacha. Imported by The Marchetti Co.",Rosado,7,81,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2004 Rosado Grenache (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2004-rosado-grenache-campo-borja/,Grenache,2004,Coto de Hayas
14,Red,Argentina,"Green and raisiny at the same time, which isn't a good combination. The wine seems ultra ripe and lacking in red fruit, acids and other balancing elements. Harvested too late? Regardless, it isn't working.",,11,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carinae 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carinae-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Carinae
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts out smoky and seemingly ripe, but the nose is the best part. The palate, by contrast, is tight, gritty and the flavors are awkward at best. Really not that consistent and loses focus the more you get into it. Imported by Freixenet USA.",,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Acordeón 2004 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acordeon-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2004,Acordeón
14,Red,South Africa,"This wine has flavors from ripe and unripe grapes, dark fruit vying with green bean. Additional aromas of balsam, grape and spice are pleasant, if unfocused, but the Band-Aid finish is not. Imported by Cape Classics.",,9,81,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2005 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2005-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2005,Indaba
13.5,Red,Spain,"A raisiny wine of the first order. The nose is stewed, while the pruny palate is soft and chocolaty, mostly because there's no detectable acidity. Only late in the game do you catch some tannin and zest.",,10,81,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Legado Muñoz 2004 Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legado-munoz-2004-grenache-garnacha-vino-tierra-castilla/,Garnacha,2004,Legado Muñoz
12.5,Red,Uruguay,"Approachable on the nose, but like so many other Tannats it's like nails on the palate. And here the fruit is snappy and tangy, not dark and sweet. You could call it juicy or just as easily call it sour.",,18,81,Atlantida,,,Viñedo de los Vientos 2002 Tannat (Atlantida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedo-los-vientos-2002-other-red-tannat-atlantida/,Tannat,2002,Viñedo de los Vientos
12.5,Red,Uruguay,"If it were only true that the stock black cherry and earth aromas guaranteed a better wine, because this is tight, aggressive, harsh and tannic. Plushness is absent amid the spicy, hammering pool of dark fruit and tannin. Seems professionally made but where's the pleasure?",Selección de Barricas,22,81,Juanico,,,Bodegones Del Sur 1999 Selección de Barricas Red (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegones-sur-1999-seleccion-barricas-red-juanico/,Red Blend,1999,Bodegones Del Sur
13,Red,New Zealand,"Cool-climate Merlot can be a tricky proposition. This one features a reasonably smooth, supple texture, but boasts rather vegetal flavors of tomato, fresh herbs and black olives, then turns lemony on the finish.",,17,81,Wairarapa,,,New Z Land 2002 Merlot (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/new-z-land-2002-merlot-wairarapa/,Merlot,2002,New Z Land
15.1,Red,US,"Unbalanced, with a Porty, caramelly nose leading to syrupy sweet cherry-cola flavors.",,32,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sunstone 2003 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Sunstone
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has sweet cola, blueberry and syrup aromas. The palate is dominated by a thick, pulpy texture with some sour fruit underneath.",Rawson's Retreat,9,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2005 Rawson's Retreat Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2005-rawsons-retreat-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2005,Penfolds
,Red,Spain,"Damp and foresty, and seeming old before its time. Raisiny fruit with clove and anise accents are acceptable but heavy. Tannic and bulky.",4 Meses Barrica,13,81,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Riberal 2003 4 Meses Barrica  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riberal-2003-4-meses-barrica-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2003,Riberal
,Red,France,"Quite tannic, with aromas and flavors dominated by clove and Band-Aid.",Cuvée Tradition,13,81,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine les Hautes Cances 2003 Cuvée Tradition Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-hautes-cances-2003-cuvee-tradition-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine les Hautes Cances
13.5,White,Argentina,"Intensely yellow in color, with heavy popcorn and toast aromas. Runs decidedly bitter and nutty across the palate, while the feel is oily and dull. Not that pleasurable.",Reserva,13,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Lurton 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2005-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Bodega Lurton
14,Red,Chile,"Rubbery and funky, with menthol on the nose. Bold but amorphous in the mouth, with an almost salty finish. A rough ride for sure.",,12,81,Central Valley,,,Echeverria 2005 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2005-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Echeverria
,Red,France,"Meffre's Laurus wines are typically oaky, and this modest Côtes-du-Rhône is no exception, offering plenty of vanilla and cedar on the nose and in the mouth. But the fruit is fading and hollow. Drink up.",Laurus,13,81,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Gabriel Meffre 2003 Laurus Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2003-laurus-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Gabriel Meffre
14.8,Red,US,"Not bad for a dessert wine, but the overt sugariness is a turnoff.",Il Chiaretto,18,81,California,California Other,California,Cosentino 2004 Il Chiaretto Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2004-il-chiaretto-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,2004,Cosentino
13.5,Red,US,"The aromas are of mint and blackberries, while the taste is sweet and sour, like a Chinese fruit-based sauce. Finishes with an astringent scour.",,10,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cycles Gladiator 2004 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2004-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2004,Cycles Gladiator
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Root beer, wintergreen and black plum aromas announce a certain level of ripeness, and in the mouth it's even riper, with syrupy flavors and very little snap or pop. This is a heavy wine that takes soft and creamy to the outer limits. Corpulent and too low in acidity.",Reserva de Familia,20,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tittarelli 2004 Reserva de Familia Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tittarelli-2004-reserva-familia-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,Tittarelli
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of ash, with moderate black cherry. There's no depth or complexity here, and flavors of only earth and cherry, with a metallic edge.",Bin 40,8,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 40 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-40-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2005,Lindemans
8.6,Dessert,US,"Super sweet and super-fruity in blackberry purée, apricot nectar and sweet mocha-espresso flavors, this dessert wine doesn't have the acidity needed for balance. It's like soda syrup.",Lafond Vineyard Zinfandel Essence,34,81,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Santa Barbara Winery 2003 Lafond Vineyard Zinfandel Essence Zinfandel (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2003-lafond-vineyard-zinfandel-essence-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Zinfandel,2003,Santa Barbara Winery
13,Red,Uruguay,"Dark and purple, with a hard nose that's difficult to get into. Hard and dark on the palate as well, with wicked acids and rock-like tannins. It's yet another sassy, rough Tannat.",S Torrens Oak Reserve,18,81,Uruguay,,,Los Cerros de San Juan 2002 S Torrens Oak Reserve Tannat (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-cerros-san-juan-2002-s-torrens-oak-reserve-other-red-tannat/,Tannat,2002,Los Cerros de San Juan
13.5,White,Australia,"Smells of buttered toast, with flavors of unripe pineapple on the palate. Has an offputting plasticy texture and buttered popcorn flavors on the finish.",,8,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Little Penguin 2005 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-penguin-2005-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Little Penguin
13.5,Rose,Spain,"Overly soft and deep in color, with heavy caramel and red licorice aromas. With no edges and little acidity, the wine seems flat. In addition, it finishes with bitterness as well as sugary sweetness. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Rosé Joven,9,81,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Marqués de Reala 2005 Rosé Joven Grenache (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-reala-2005-rose-joven-grenache-campo-borja/,Grenache,2005,Marqués de Reala
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells like cherry sucking candy and immature red fruit. Very colorful and bold, with sharp flavors and a jumpy mouthfeel. Limited in what it has to offer. Imported by Wine Source Selections.",,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,1919 2004 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1919-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2004,1919
13,White,Argentina,"Apple cider and caramel on the nose, and that aromatic combo doesn't stir much interest. Tastes like mulled cider, while the finish is thick with caramel and toffee. A heavy, oily Chardonnay that could use better balance and flavors.",,11,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Budini 2005 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/budini-2005-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Budini
13.7,Red,US,"Very dry and tart with acids, almost sour, the wine is saved by modest cherry flavors. It's pretty rustic.",,14,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Three Families 2003 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-families-2003-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2003,Three Families
13.5,Red,Spain,"There's a lot of raw power on this jumbled red that starts with rubber and spice before settling on maple. The mouth is a cacaphony of loud flavors, while the finish is stark. Needs finesse to match the aggressiveness.",,60,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Rento 2003  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rento-2003-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2003,Rento
13,Red,Chile,Bramble and standard red-berry aromas are the opening act. Next in line is a mildly vegetal palate with blackberry as the offset. Shows pickled flavors and decent feel toward the finish. Lacks that fully ripe character.,,8,82,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2005 Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2005-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2005,San Nicolas
13,White,Chile,"Light fruit on the nose, yet somewhat chunky and full in the mouth, as if some apple juice or orange juice got into the blend. Decent enough but mildly heavy and sticky. Could use more zest and balance.",,7,82,Central Valley,,,Undurraga 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2006-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Undurraga
16.8,White,US,"With Zinfandel and Petite Sirah, this is a big, hot, high-alcohol wine with chocolatey, stewed flavors. It's too soft and Porty, and isn't going anywhere.",Night Watch,42,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2004 Night Watch Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2004-night-watch-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Sextant
14.5,Red,Australia,"Made of 85% Shiraz and 15% Petite Sirah, this red shows a lot of alcohol on the nose along with overripe plum flavors. Thin and short on the finish.",Red,12,82,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Rutherglen Estates 2004 Red Red (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherglen-estates-2004-red-rutherglen/,Red Blend,2004,Rutherglen Estates
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Smells attractive enough, offering up chocolate, blackberry and spice aromas, but seems a bit thin and lacking in texture on the palate, finishing with some unintegrated alcohol. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Warrior Special Reserve,16,82,Port,,,Warre's NV Warrior Special Reserve  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-nv-warrior-special-reserve-port-52209/,Port,,Warre's
,Red,France,"Sports some interesting scents of clove and white pepper, but then adds rubbery Band-Aid notes and doesn't have the richness of fruit or texture to overcome them.",,,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Galévan 2004 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-galevan-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Galévan
,Red,France,"Features a creamy mouthfeel and supple tannins, but also entirely too much brett influence. Smells and tastes like a well-worn Band Aid.",Vieilles Vignes,,82,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine St. Damien 2003 Vieilles Vignes  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-st-damien-2003-vieilles-vignes-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine St. Damien
,Rose,France,"Plummy and chocolaty on the nose, yet this modest rosé thins out on the palate, offering rather dilute flavors.",La Cuvée des Toques,,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Balma Venitia 2005 La Cuvée des Toques Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balma-venitia-2005-cuvee-toques-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2005,Balma Venitia
13.5,Red,Spain,"Saucy, with overt oak aromas that manifest themselves as espresso and charred beef. Fairly acidic and thin across the palate, where pie cherry is the dominant flavor and sourness mars the finish.",Reserva,68,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Altanza 1999 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altanza-1999-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,Altanza
13,Red,Uruguay,"This wine captures the enigma that is Uruguayan Tannat. The nose is ripe, the color bold and purple. From that, you'd expect a lot. But the palate is wanting; the fruit is snappy and borderline tart. It just doesn't seem fully ripe. And the wine turns horsey and tannic as it airs.",Don Próspero,12,82,Uruguay,,,Bodega Carlos Pizzorno 2004 Don Próspero Tannat (Uruguay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carlos-pizzorno-2004-don-prospero-other-red-tannat/,Tannat,2004,Bodega Carlos Pizzorno
14.2,Red,US,"If you like your Zins overtly sweet, this one's for you. It's soft and silky, with upfront blackberry, cherry, raspberry, cola and chocolate flavors. Almost sweet enough for a dessert wine.",Old Windmill Zin,22,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hop Kiln 2004 Old Windmill Zin Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hop-kiln-2004-old-windmill-zin-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Hop Kiln
13.5,White,Australia,"Pear and golden apple aromas lead to a fat, sweet palate. Shows some alcohol; finishes short.",Stamp of Australia,6,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2005 Stamp of Australia Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2005-stamp-australia-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Hardys
14.9,Red,US,"From 72-year old vines grown in an interior Mendocino location  that has a very wide summer temperature swing. Cool nights have preserved vital acidity, but the heat took its toll, resulting in a sugary sweetness and high alcohol.",Old Vines,18,82,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Pellegrini 2004 Old Vines Carignan (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2004-old-vines-carignan-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Carignan,2004,Pellegrini
12.5,Red,Portugal,"A disappointing effort, the 2002 Boa Nova is rather light in color and already showing slight bricking at the rim. Earthy flavors of mushroom and cola are tinged with prune and caramel. A blend of Alicante Bouschet, Aragonês, Cabernet Sauvignon and Castelão.",Tinto,16,82,Alentejano,,,Boa Nova 2002 Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boa-nova-2002-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2002,Boa Nova
14.2,Red,US,"Rustic, with earth and berry flavors that finish soft and simply.",3200',20,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnwood 2004 3200' Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-2004-3200-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Barnwood
14.1,Red,US,"Rustic and a little on the sweet side, with blackberry tea and cola flavors. The finish is both tannic and sugary.",Estate Reserve,45,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2002 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2002-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Adelaida
,Red,France,A bit lean and lacking fruit; the main flavor elements in this wine consist of leather and clove. Dries out on the finish.,Les Rabassières,15,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Maison Bouachon 2004 Les Rabassières Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bouachon-2004-rabassieres-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Maison Bouachon
15.1,White,US,"Strikes you as a bit weedy and sharp, a not-quite-ripe wine despite the high alcohol. You'll find dill and fresh asparagus aromas, topped off by oak and just nudging into tart, sour cherry.",,28,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,St. Clement
12,Rose,Australia,"Light orange-pink in color, this wine's aromas start off with plums and berries, but go south quickly. Peach and raspberry flavors are modest; simple, and will appeal most to fans of white Zin.",Pink,10,82,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Screwed 2005 Pink Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screwed-2005-pink-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2005,Screwed
14,Red,Chile,"Given the icon name and inspired packaging you'd expect more than what you get, which is a heavy, overripe lug that features grassy, alfalfa aromas in front of a raisiny palate. The feel is thick and cloying and the lasting impression is that of prunes.",Amplus,19,82,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2004 Amplus Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2004-amplus-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Santa Ema
,Red,France,"Already seems a bit oxidized, with hints of almond and chestnut. Dried fruit flavors on the palate.",Génération,10,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Jaume 2004 Génération Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jaume-2004-generation-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Domaine Jaume
13.5,Red,US,"An awkward, slightly sweet and soft Cab with syrupy cherry cough medicine flavors. The puckery tannins make your tongue stick to the gums.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Dancing Bull
13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells fairly solid, with plum, prune and leather. But the palate is ultrasweet and milky, with a strong candied essence that doesn't impress unless your thing is chocolate-covered cherries and vanilla. Way too expensive for what's in the bottle.",Fagus,37,82,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2003 Fagus Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2003-fagus-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2003,Coto de Hayas
13.7,Red,US,"The grapes are from hot areas, like Lodi and Amador, and although the official residual sugar reads dry, the wine tastes very sugary, with cherries. Go figure. From Sonoma Coast Winery.",,15,82,California,California Other,California,Fire Station Red 2003 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fire-station-red-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2003,Fire Station Red
12.8,Red,Australia,"This wine gets 14 months oak aging, and two and a half years of bottle age; this is the current vintage. Hats off to Franz for making a completely different sort of Barossa Cabernet. That it's under 13% alcohol is just the tip of the iceberg; there's cola, black pepper and plum flavors, and aromas of spice and leather. Feels fresh and spry, but its age has also given it hints of maturity.",Georgie's Walk,40,92,South Australia,Barossa,,David Franz 2000 Georgie's Walk Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-franz-2000-georgies-walk-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,David Franz
14.2,White,US,"This is from Hook & Ladder, the new project from former DeLoach owner Cecil DeLoach. The grapes come from a new appellation in Lake County, grown at an altitude of more than 2,000 feet. The wine is dense in citrus rind, gooseberry and honeysuckle flavors, and absolutely dry, with very crisp acids. It shows lots of flair and complexity.",,15,89,California,Lake County,High Valley,Two Angels 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-angels-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Two Angels
,Red,US,"The tannins and texture are very soft and supple, making this wine glide down all too easily. Delicate dried spice and shiitake perfumes emerge from the glass, while the flavors fold in cherry, plum and a bit of root beer. Shows a touch of alcoholic warmth on the finish.",Ramal Vineyard,38,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Ramal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-ramal-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Buena Vista
14.5,Red,US,"Offers lots to like in a dry, intensely fruity Zin, whose blackberry, cherry, cocoa and tart cranberry flavors explode on the palate. Such a wine could be ordinary, but the balance is impeccable.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2003 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,De Loach
13,White,Greece,"Strong summertime winds helped the grapes maintain high acidity in this big wine. Toasty on the nose, buttery and smooth in the mouth. Although quite dry, it shows solid white fruit with flavors of papaya and peach. Finishes long, with a popcorn note.",Estate Barrel,33,88,Santorini,,,Argyros 2004 Estate Barrel Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyros-2004-estate-barrel-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2004,Argyros
,White,Austria,"Spice, tobacco and pepper characterize this wine, with its floral aromas, full fruit and just a touch of acidity. Not a wine for aging, but one to drink today.",Kremser Goldberg,16,88,Kremstal,,,Winzer Krems 2005 Kremser Goldberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2005-kremser-goldberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Winzer Krems
,White,US,"Very fruity, with bright melon, pineapple and red apple flavors. It's a step up from the well-made 2003, with crisp fruit and a bit more complexity. A second taste reveals a tart, racy, fruit-forward food wine with fine balance; a great choice for seafood or chicken salad.",,9,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Covey Run
,White,US,"A tangy, green apple flavored Riesling, with some light melon fruit also. It shows more varietal character than the '04 and has a nice juicy pop to the midpalate, despite the relatively high residual sugar.",Two Vines,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2005 Two Vines Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2005-two-vines-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Columbia Crest
13,Red,Italy,"Round and ripe, with hints of almond candy, raisin, earth and leather. The palate runs more savory than expected, with marinated notes to the cherry flavors that dominate. Finishes warm and a bit herbal, with medium tannins. Makes you smile more than sing.",,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Borgo Scopeto 2003  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-scopeto-2003-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Borgo Scopeto
13.5,Red,Italy,"A northern Italian red that delivers earthy aromas as well as mineral and barrel notes. Cherry and raspberry flavors are light, while the mouthfeel is a touch raw and peppery. A different breed of rosso from Franciacorta.",Maurizio Zanella,87,86,Lombardy,Sebino,,Ca' del Bosco 1998 Maurizio Zanella Red (Sebino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-1998-maurizio-zanella-red-sebino/,Red Blend,1998,Ca' del Bosco
,White,Austria,"A simple, fresh wine that has hints of tropical fruits as well as crisp acidity. There is plenty of green fruit flavor to make this a fine food wine.",Ried Bildenspitz,18,86,Carnuntum,,,Hans Pitnauer 2005 Ried Bildenspitz Sauvignon Blanc (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-pitnauer-2005-ried-bildenspitz-sauvignon-blanc-carnuntum/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Hans Pitnauer
,Red,Chile,"Cedary and slightly herbal, but backed by ample cassis fruit, Botalcura's top Cabernet boasts a silky-smooth texture and nicely balanced acidity—its main drawback is its limited length on the finish.",La Porfia Grand Reserve,20,86,Rapel Valley,,,Botalcura 2003 La Porfia Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2003-porfia-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Botalcura
15,Red,US,"Intensely jammy in red cherry fruit, this likeable, easy wine also shows a crisp acidity that grips the palate and balances the superripeness. There are flavor and texture complexities that lift it out of the ordinary.",Oleta Vineyard,26,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Martella 2004 Oleta Vineyard Grenache (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martella-2004-oleta-vineyard-grenache-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Grenache,2004,Martella
13,Red,Italy,"Well-toasted, with blackberry and raspberry backing up the oak on the nose. Tastes ripe and full, with plum and berry supported by big, almost thunderous tannins. Not a shy wine; offers a ton of grip and feel.",,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2003  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2003-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2003,Fattoria Fibbiano
13,Red,Greece,"Young and grapy, with aromas of peanut and sawdust. This wine is decently structured, with young, chalky tannins supporting a medium body. Blackberry flavors add a hint of sweetness, and there are hints of holiday spice and nettles. May improve in a year.",Areti Red,18,85,Greece,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2002 Areti Red Agiorgitiko (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2002-areti-red-greek-red-agiorgitiko/,Agiorgitiko,2002,Estate Biblia Chora
13,Red,Greece,"A serious attempt, this wine has plenty of dark fruit and spice flavors, with a note of mashed raisins. A hint of sweetness softens plenty of firm, chalky tannins, while the nose offers prune and dehydrated blueberry aromas.",,25,85,Beotia,,,Avantis 2002 Syrah (Beotia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avantis-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-beotia/,Syrah,2002,Avantis
14.1,White,US,"With peach custard, pineapple and smoky, oaky tastes, this is a good, satisfying Chard. It's dry and balanced in acidity, with a nice spiciness.",,18,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Chandon
13.5,White,Greece,"Greenish-yellow, Chardonnay adds nice citrus notes to this Assyrtico-dominant wine. Crisp orange and peach flavors match well to a light-medium body and firm acidity. A great summer wine for keeping cool, or with Asian chicken salad.",White,22,85,Gerania,,,Domaine Evharis 2005 White White (Gerania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-evharis-2005-white-gerania/,White Blend,2005,Domaine Evharis
,Red,US,"This is a very young wine. It's strong in acids and harsh tannins, with a bitterness in the finish. It doesn't really offer much now because it's so closed. Yet it has a nice core of cherry and blackberry fruit, and could hang in there. Hold through 2007, and try again.",Crossroads Vineyard,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2003 Crossroads Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2003-crossroads-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Curtis
13.5,White,US,"Rich and vibrant in acid-accented lime, peach, pink grapefruit and tangerine flavors, this creamy, smooth Chard is partly barrel fermented, which gives it a toasty, buttery edge.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Blackstone 2005 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2005-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2005,Blackstone
12.5,Red,Greece,"The nose starts nicely, with plenty of plum and dark berry fruit, a hint of green adding character. Upon entry the wine picks up some barnyard flavors which vie with blueberry and anise. If not for this wine's dry and chalky tannins, it would have scored higher.",Cuvée Prestige,16,85,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2004 Cuvée Prestige Cabernet Sauvignon (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2004-cuvee-prestige-cabernet-sauvignon-peloponnese/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Skouras
12.5,White,Greece,"Fermented in new oak, this wine has a nice perfume of citrus, orange marmalade and vanilla. The vanilla comes on stronger in the mouth, followed by tropical white fruit, citrus and a hint of musk. Soft acids and a smooth oak feel finish with a citrusy burst.",,14,85,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2004 Chardonnay (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2004-chardonnay-peloponnese/,Chardonnay,2004,Skouras
12,White,Italy,"Reminiscent of a Prosecco wine with peach, apricot, citrus notes and an overall tutti-frutti character. It's a still wine but you'll notice the slightest touch of effervescence in the glass that helps accentuate those aromas.",Pigià,9,85,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Val d'Oca 2004 Pigià Pinot Grigio (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-doca-2004-pigia-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-marca-trevigiana/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Val d'Oca
,Red,Chile,"Not the most Syrah-like wine you're likely to encounter, but as a generic red it's juicy, fruity and tasty. The balance is fine and the fruit weighs in solid and proper. Complete but lacking individuality.",Barrica Selection,15,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2005 Barrica Selection Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2005-barrica-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2005,Santa Carolina
,White,Chile,"Santa Rita's SB always exhibits the peppery, green side of the variety. And as in the past, this vintage veers perilously close to being vegetal. But amid the cucumber, bell pepper and asparagus notes there's gooseberry and passion fruit. A zesty, green wine to be sure.",Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2005 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2005-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Santa Rita
13,White,Australia,"This is a very delicately styled wine, with some citrus and mineral aromas and flavors. It's fine for everyday, but lacks the intensity and vibrant acidity that typify Clare Rieslings.",The Benefit,15,85,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Tim Adams 2005 The Benefit Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tim-adams-2005-benefit-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2005,Tim Adams
14.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of roasted fruits; on the palate, it has a dark, oaky underlay offset by sourish red fruit. Straightforward. 1,900 cases produced.",Etranger,30,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,The Colonial Estate 2004 Etranger Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colonial-estate-2004-etranger-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2004,The Colonial Estate
13,White,Italy,"Perhaps this wine is showing the effects of 2003's torrid summer, but it doesn't show the fresh, vibrant fruit that characterizes the best Soaves. It's still a good, serviceable drink, but one that relies on a certain weight in the mouth and baked apple flavors bolstered by a grapefruity finish.",Monte Ceriani,18,85,Veneto,Soave,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2003 Monte Ceriani  (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2003-monte-ceriani-white-soave/,White Blend,2003,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
14,Rose,US,"The packaging is amusing, the wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, and it's quite a nice, refreshing sipper. Drinks totally dry and crisp in acids, with rosehip tea and black cherry flavors that finish long and spicy.",Rose It's Okay!,10,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vinum Cellars 2005 Rose It's Okay! Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2005-rose-its-okay-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Vinum Cellars
14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of cherry and strawberry are alluring, but the mouth is rock hard and very tannic. Flavors of raspberry and cassis are lively and drill deep, but you have to have a brick layer's tolerance for tannins to get the most of this wine. Should be served with meat or other big foods.",La Capitana Barrel Reserve,14,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2004 La Capitana Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2004-capitana-barrel-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Viña La Rosa
13.8,Red,US,"Smells herbal and minty, which is strange given the vintage's heat, and tastes earthy, too, with oregano and barely ripe cherry flavors. Turns dry and crisp on the finish. Consider this an elegant style.",Dutton Ranch,38,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roessler 2004 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2004-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Roessler
,White,Italy,"Nice enough on the bouquet, but not overly expressive or defined. Almond, pear and freshly creamed butter carry the palate, followed by an airy, simple finish that's fresh but once again, not overly flavorful. Basic Vernaccia to the core.",,13,85,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Pietrafitta 2004  Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-2004-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,2004,Pietrafitta
14.6,White,US,"The aim here seems to be to avoid ripe, opulent fruit in favor of an elegantly streamlined wine you might call Chablisian. The result is bone dry, high in aciditiy and lean, with mineral and citrus flavors. This is against the grain these days for fruity Chards.",Truchard Vineyard,40,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Nickel & Nickel 2004 Truchard Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2004-truchard-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Nickel & Nickel
,White,Italy,"This is a pleasantly fresh and fragrant white, seemingly designed with summertime drinking in mind. Pear and peach scents give way to plump, melony fruit in the mouth, with a slightly confected note to the finish.",,15,85,Veneto,Soave,,Allegrini 2004  Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2004-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2004,Allegrini
14.5,Red,US,"There's a rusticity here that's partly a function of Zin's wild, brambly nature, and partly due to a raisiny sweet finish. On the plus side is a rich, round mouthfeel and delicious cherry, cranberry and mocha fruit and spice. The September harvest heat wave must have been a huge challenge, even for talented grapegrowers such as the Duttons.",,30,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2004 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Dutton-Goldfield
13.5,Red,Italy,"Rich and distinctive fruit and berry notes, but it also has a touch of something lactic. There's nice exotic spice in the mouth, with a lean build and almost sweet tannins.",Galhasi,12,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Foraci 2004 Galhasi Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foraci-2004-galhasi-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Foraci
13.5,White,Chile,"Heavily oaked, with pineapple and toast aromas. Very round in the mouth, and smooth, but ultimately it's not that lively or flavorful. The apple and spice flavors kind of lay flat on the palate, while the finish is rather oak-dominant.",Tribute,17,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Caliterra 2005 Tribute Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2005-tribute-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Caliterra
,Red,Chile,"This Chilean stab at Malbec is clean and fresh, with bright fruit flavors that come across as a bit one-dimensional. Still, it's a solid, fruity dimension, one that many palates will enjoy, and framed by vanilla and oak-spice notes on the finish.",La Porfia Grand Reserve,20,85,Maipo Valley,,,Botalcura 2003 La Porfia Grand Reserve Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2003-porfia-grand-reserve-malbec-maipo-valley/,Malbec,2003,Botalcura
14,Red,Chile,"Barnyard meets pickle at first, but airing gives more clarity to the nose. The palate is a bit murky but it's also loaded with meat, cola and dark, almost baked fruit. The mouthfeel is tight and strong, with tannins that hit hard and then hang around for the finish.",Gran Reserva,17,86,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2003 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2003-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,TerraNoble
13,White,Italy,"An intensely floral Tuscan Chardonnay (from producer Scopetani) with some exotic fruit, mineral tones and chopped parsley. Delicate flavors of lemongrass, soy sauce and citrus liven a medium-structured and food-friendly wine. Not imported.",La Quarta Luna,,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Masseto 2004 La Quarta Luna Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-masseto-2004-quarta-luna-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2004,Villa Masseto
13,White,Italy,"Light and crisp, with flowery aromas that are more subtle than forced. Pear, apple and banana flavors are smooth yet a touch dilute, while the finish is dry and tight, but short. Would make for a nice aperitif if properly chilled.",Le Bruniche,14,86,Tuscany,Chardonnay di Toscana,,Tenuta di Nozzole 2004 Le Bruniche  (Chardonnay di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-nozzole-2004-le-bruniche-chardonnay-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2004,Tenuta di Nozzole
14,White,Australia,"A 70-30 blend of Marsanne and Viognier, the Alliance is an interesting wine but is not one with a lot of concentrated flavor and verve. Offers aromas of wheat cracker and sour apple candy, and flavors of peach, flowers and olive oil. Smooth and slightly oily on the palate; its texture thickens on the finish. 500 cases produced.",The Alliance,14,86,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Rutherglen Estates 2004 The Alliance White (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherglen-estates-2004-alliance-white-rutherglen/,White Blend,2004,Rutherglen Estates
,White,US,"Opens with scents of honey, pear, cracker and spice, leading into warm, round fruit flavors. The deep gold color and the soft, open palate indicate a bit of oxidation, and the wine goes flat in the midpalate, though for near-term drinking it offers unusual pleasures. Serve this one slightly chilled.",Mariposa Vineyard,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),White Heron 2004 Mariposa Vineyard Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-heron-2004-mariposa-vineyard-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Roussanne,2004,White Heron
14.5,Red,Australia,"Big and dark but angular, this Cabernet sports plenty of oak and blackberry flavors, but also some sourish green wood and eucalyptus flavors.",,29,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Ranfurlys Way 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ranfurlys-way-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ranfurlys Way
13,Red,Italy,"Shows mature aromas of cherry and balsam wood, with men's cologne wafting in the background. Tastes a bit sweet, yet it's lively; the strawberry and blueberry flavors stop short of syrupy. Not a refined wine but it's full, clean and tasty. Great for casual drinking.",Cantalupi,10,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Conti Zecca 2003 Cantalupi Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-zecca-2003-cantalupi-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2003,Conti Zecca
14,Red,Chile,"Plum, blackberry and other dark fruits coat the smooth bouquet. The palate is fairly intense, with saturated plum and berry flavors. Very solid and tight, with ripe tannins and a chewy feel. Good Cabernet that will please most.",Winemaker Reserve,14,86,Rapel Valley,,,Confin 2004 Winemaker Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/confin-2004-winemaker-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Confin
14,Red,Chile,"Light strawberry aromas work the not too heavy bouquet, while standard red fruit controls the palate. In the mouth, it's crisp and snappy, with a tiny touch of acidic scour. Finishes clean and right, and shows overall freshness.",Reserve,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2004 Reserve Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2004-reserve-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2004,Carmen
14.5,White,Australia,"Smells like fresh laundry, and has modest pear flavors on the palate. Fairly full in the mouth, and finishes with a sour peach-pit note.",The Hermit Crab,16,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2004 The Hermit Crab White (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2004-hermit-crab-white-mclaren-vale/,White Blend,2004,D'Arenberg
12.5,White,Italy,"This is run of the mill PG, but its low pricing makes for an attractive ensemble: You'll get honeysuckle, exotic frit, citrus and some soapy tone, too.",,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Campanile 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campanile-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Campanile
12.5,Red,Italy,"It has been years since we reviewed Burchino, and it's more or less the same wine now that it was in 1997. The nose offers light fruit and cinnamon shadings, which sit in front of strawberry and plum flavors. The finish may be a touch raw and grabby, but as a whole it's snappy enough to stay the course.",,13,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Burchino 2002  Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burchino-2002-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2002,Burchino
,Red,US,"With its slightly drying tannins and firm finish, this is a steakhouse Merlot, not a soft, easy sipper to drink on its own, yet it's not overpowering in weight. Restrained cherry, tomato and chocolate flavors form the backbone, while hints of tea and tobacco leaf add more herbal notes.",,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2003 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2003-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2003,Buena Vista
13,White,Australia,"Moderately acidic with broad appeal, this Riesling deals light citrus, grass and pear aromas and flavors. Zips to a close with an interesting, kiwi-like flavor.",,17,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2005 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2005-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2005,Wakefield
14,Red,Chile,"Round, chewy and full-bodied, with cherry as well as mint and fresh herbs on the bouquet. Fairly saturated, with sweet, sappy red-fruit flavors shading licorice and bitter chocolate notes. Not complex but quite pleasant.",Oak Aged Reserve,13,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Oak Aged Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-oak-aged-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Viu Manent
13.5,Red,Chile,"Blueberry and a hint of bacon get it going. Next up is a dense palate that offers touches of mushroom, spice and gentle black fruit. Not at all racy or loud; the wine lacks bold acidity but still registers as mostly balanced.",Armador,12,86,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2004 Armador Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2004-armador-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2004,Odfjell
14.4,Red,US,"From a cool area of the valley comes this very dry, astringently tannic wine, which is not very fruity. The flavors are lean, veering toward dried herbs, leather and earth, with a cherry core. The texture is rich and complicated. It's a young wine and if you're a risk-taker, you should lay it down.",Suscol Ranch,55,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nickel & Nickel 2003 Suscol Ranch Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2003-suscol-ranch-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Nickel & Nickel
13,White,Italy,"You can't go wrong with this clean and light blend that delivers tight floral and fruit notes with white stone, kiwi and peach flavors. Serve it very chilled.",Galhasi Inzolia-Catarratto,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Foraci 2005 Galhasi Inzolia-Catarratto White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foraci-2005-galhasi-inzolia-catarratto-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Foraci
13,White,Australia,"Peachy from nose to palate, with melon in a supporting role. Medium-bodied and dry; an easy, enjoyable, apéritif-style white.",Offspring,13,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Goundrey 2005 Offspring Riesling (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goundrey-2005-offspring-riesling-western/,Riesling,2005,Goundrey
13.2,White,US,"Here's a tight, acidic young Chard from this cool-climate appellation. It's showing lots of mineral flavors now, against a background of Meyer lemon and apricot, and the finish is totally dry.",Pacheco Vineyard,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kinter Collins 2004 Pacheco Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kinter-collins-2004-pacheco-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Kinter Collins
12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a light ruby Chianti that delivers nice cherry, cedar wood, raspberry roll-up, cola and some menthol tones. It has a medium structure with a medium finish and soft tannins.",Riserva,11,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Ducarosso 2001 Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ducarosso-2001-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2001,Ducarosso
13.5,Red,Italy,"Starts out reticent, with hard spice and bramble aromas overriding the fruit. Finds its way later on, as raspberry, strawberry and rhubarb flavors make for a zesty palate. Finishes warm and tannic, with strong front-line flavors trumping a mild note of green.",Cantalupi,10,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Conti Zecca 2003 Cantalupi Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-zecca-2003-cantalupi-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2003,Conti Zecca
12,Red,Italy,"Made from one of Southern Italy's most eclectic indigenous grapes, this is a less aromatic red that delivers small, but equal doses of blackberry, licorice, resin and slate. The mineral component is the most noticeable: As if the vines sucked it straight up from volcanic soils.",,27,86,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Terredora 2003 Red (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2003-red-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Red Blend,2003,Terredora
,Red,US,"Here's a nice, dry red wine whose firm tannins, clean acids and subtle earth, coffee and blackberry flavors would make it a fine partner to a range of food. It's an easy but elegant sipper that won't detract from that delicious steak or rib roast.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cinnabar 2003 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2003-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2003,Cinnabar
13,Red,Italy,"A nice wine with smoky, slightly rubbery aromas that open toward more herbal, peppery notes. Cherry and strawberry flavors on the soft, slightly buttery palate are pleasing. Finishes with chocolate and some additional creamy characteristics. Imported by Winery Exchange.",Collection Series,22,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Origin 2002 Collection Series  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2002-collection-series-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2002,Origin
13.5,Red,Italy,"Ruby colored and not as concentrated, this is an easily approachable wine with inviting notes of peppermill, meat and blackberry. The alcohol sticks out a bit and the mouthfeel is lean and tight.",Galhasi Nero d'Avola-Syrah,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Foraci 2004 Galhasi Nero d'Avola-Syrah Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foraci-2004-galhasi-nero-davola-syrah-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Foraci
13.5,White,Chile,"A perfectly good Chardonnay, one with lemon curd, butter, peach and melon on the nose. The mouth offers apple and a hint of orange, while the finish is ripe, bordering on sweet, with a little bit of creaminess. Great for everyday drinking.",Reserva,11,86,Curicó Valley,,,Caliterra 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2005-reserva-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Caliterra
,Red,US,"Straightforward, uncomplicated but varietally correct, this wine features the bright blueberry and plum notes of Syrah, accented by hints of dried spices and vanilla. Ample in weight, supple in the mouth, but needs a bit more complexity and length to score higher.",,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2004,Buena Vista
13,Red,Italy,"This 50-50 blend of Montepulciano and Sangiovese shows some Middle Eastern spice aromas as well as a leafy side that conjures aromas of lettuce and spinach. Fruity enough, with cherry, red licorice candy and carob on the palate. Gets better as it opens; drink earlier rather than later. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Pongelli,21,86,Central Italy,Rosso Piceno,,Bucci 2003 Pongelli  (Rosso Piceno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bucci-2003-pongelli-red-rosso-piceno/,Red Blend,2003,Bucci
14.3,Red,Greece,"An unusual blend of 60% Tannat and 40% Montepulciano, the first from Greece (or anywhere), this has a beautiful nose of cured meat, fresh crushed berries, and vibrant vanilla. Tannat's heavy tannins are present, as is plentiful acidity. Dark purple fruit and vanilla flavors are pure and modern, but this wine would be better if it wasn't so tart.",One,65,86,Greece,,,Alpha Estate 2003 One Red (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2003-one-red/,Red Blend,2003,Alpha Estate
13.5,Rose,US,"Amador Foothill does a good job with Sangiovese, and this dry rosé is made from that variety. It's a cheerful wine, brisk in acidity and with delicate but complex cherry, rose petal and lavender flavors. The winemaker recommends bouillabaisse, which is a pretty good suggestion.",Rosato of,11,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Amador Foothill Winery 2005 Rosato of Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2005-rosato-of-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,2005,Amador Foothill Winery
14,Red,Chile,"A little funky and loud at first but time reveals dark fruit and roasted earth. Comes on big and ripe in the mouth, with cherry and plum leading the way. Maybe it's a bit common and chunky, like your average New World red, but it has its merits and goes down well.",Reserve Assemblage Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2004 Reserve Assemblage Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2004-reserve-assemblage-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Estampa
14,Red,Chile,"This Carmenère-based heavyweight also packs in Cabernet and Merlot. The aromatic result is of candy and spice, but also some reediness. The palate is powerful and a touch aggressive as bulky tannins and sharp acidity push cherry and plum flavors toward a tight, grabby finish.",Gold Assemblage Carmenere,18,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2003 Gold Assemblage Carmenere Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2003-gold-assemblage-carmenere-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Estampa
,White,Italy,"This is textbook cool-climate Chardonnay with banana, nut, vanilla and exotic fruit packaged within compact and polished aromas. Lemon rind and floral flavors render crispness and freshness.",,9,86,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Mezzacorona 2005 Chardonnay (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2005-chardonnay-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Chardonnay,2005,Mezzacorona
12.5,White,US,"Apricots, grapefruits, apples, figs, peaches, melons—there's a whole orchard in this dry, crisp PG. It has a particular savory character from the citrusy acids. What a great price for this wine.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,McManis 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,McManis
13,Red,Italy,"Fairly roasted and earthy, with a lot of coffee, leather and dark berry to the bouquet. Definitely weighs in as full bodied, and flavorwise the fruit runs dark, with licorice and toast shadings. Finishes kind of grabby and tannic, but generally speaking it's solid stuff.",Riserva,20,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Origin 2002 Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2002-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2002,Origin
13.5,Red,Chile,"More full and powerful than the regular Merlot, with berry compote, lemon peel and toast on the nose. Fairly full in body, while the red-fruit flavors are solid and familiar. Has good structure and a linear finish. Good in its class.",Winemaker Reserve,14,86,Rapel Valley,,,Confin 2004 Winemaker Reserve Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/confin-2004-winemaker-reserve-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2004,Confin
13.5,Red,Australia,"Tyrrell's wines are meant to be aged, which may be why this Shiraz isn't particularly singing right now. The nose offers an overt rubber/plastic note, backed by some blackberry underneath. Moderate amounts of cool, black-cherry flavors characterize the palate. Would be worth a look in 2010 to see how it's changed. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Vat 8,40,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 2002 Vat 8 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2002-vat-8-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Tyrrell's
13.5,White,Chile,"Tropical fruit carries the bouquet, while the palate is citrusy and lively as it ranges from ripe grapefruit to pineapple and on to orange. Fresh on the tongue, with laudable balance and structure. Nothing outrageous but perfectly good.",Vineyard Selection,9,86,Casablanca Valley,,,TerraNoble 2005 Vineyard Selection Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2005-vineyard-selection-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,TerraNoble
13.5,White,Italy,"Another interesting wine made from an obscure indigenous grape, this white is very fragrant and rich with tones of grapefruit, yellow flowers, white powder, pear and melon. It has strong and attractive mineral characteristics in the mouth and ends on a bitter note.",Podere Colle Vecchio,23,86,Central Italy,Offida Pecorino,,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni 2004 Podere Colle Vecchio  (Offida Pecorino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-cocci-grifoni-2004-podere-colle-vecchio-white-offida-pecorino/,White Blend,2004,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni
13.8,White,US,"Stimulatingly fresh and clean, this polished Sauvignon benefits from very high acidity that makes those tastebuds whistle. It shows fig, Tequila, grapefruit and nectarine flavors and a finish of white pepper. Notable for its dry, keen freshness.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sauvignon Republic 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvignon-republic-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sauvignon Republic
,Red,US,"A crisp, clean Pinot, simple and straightforward, with high acidity and vibrant cherry, coffee and earth flavors. Sort of a junior version of Talley's vineyard-designated Pinots.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2003 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Talley
14.5,White,Australia,"An overt, forward Viognier, this has flavors of white pepper, white chocolate and fresh grass rounding out its medium-full palate. Also demonstrates the grape's characteristic slippery, oily character.",,9,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2005 Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2005-viognier-south/,Viognier,2005,Oxford Landing
12.5,Red,Greece,"Dark purple fruit and fennel open on the nose, while this wine has a lively mouthfeel with nice acidity, big tannins and a minerally feel. Berry fruit, clay, and fennel play their role in the mouth, finishing with dark herbs.",,12,86,Aigialias Slopes,,,Oenoforos 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Aigialias Slopes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oenoforos-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-aigialias-slopes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Oenoforos
,Red,Australia,"Practically black in color; vanilla and plum aromas start it all off. In spite of its color, this is not a dense wine. It's very forward, its red fruit playing off a sawdusty-woody texture in the mouth. Not harmonious, with more sawdust on the finish.",The Bull and the Bear,59,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2004 The Bull and the Bear Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2004-the-bull-and-the-bear-red-barossa-valley-60889/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Two Hands
,Red,Austria,"An easy, fresh blend of Zweigelt, Merlot and Cab Sauvignon, Wiener Trilogie is an easy, fruity wine, with red fruit flavors, light acidity and a soft aftertaste. Not for aging, but great for barbecues.",Wiener Trilogie,19,86,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2004 Wiener Trilogie Red (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2004-wiener-trilogie-red-vienna/,Red Blend,2004,Wieninger
13.5,White,Australia,"The fruit for this Pinot Grigio comes from a vineyard on a hill above Clarendon. The wine opens with citrus and pear aromas, moving on to flavors of golden apple and pink grapefruit. On the heavy side for a PG, but its fresh, straightforward style is appealing.",D'Elena,21,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Joseph 2005 D'Elena Pinot Grigio (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-2005-delena-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mclaren-vale/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Joseph
13.5,White,Chile,"Light up front, with a whiff of fruit cocktail. Chalky apple and citrus control the palate, while the finish is bold yet dry, with a mild citrus pith note. Good feel and a touch of polish help it along.",Estate,11,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Estate Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-estate-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Errazuriz
14.4,White,US,"There's a lot of pedigree in this Cab. It's beautifully dry, with a fine structure in which fruit, wood, acidity and tannins play well off each other. The tannins, though, are very strong, to the point of astringent lockdown. But there's no reason not to cellar this wine until 2010, at the earliest.",,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cosentino 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Cosentino
,Red,US,"Not a total success. It tastes both soft and hard at the same time; the fruit is tight, tart and tapers off quickly. Tannins are softened to the point of being inconsequential. The wine lacks grip.",Artist Series,48,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Artist Series Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-artist-series-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
14,Red,Italy,"More sharp and tight than in previous vintages, with orange peel, cherry and dried spices. Shows condensed, limited berry flavors, while the finish moves toward dark fruit and raisin. A bit rubbery and tannic, but still a good wine. In its defense, '02 was not a stellar year.",Rocca Rubia Riserva,24,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Carignano del Sulcis,,Cantina Santadi 2002 Rocca Rubia Riserva  (Carignano del Sulcis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-santadi-2002-rocca-rubia-riserva-carignan-carignano-carignano-sulcis/,Carignano,2002,Cantina Santadi
12.5,White,Italy,"Nice and mildly creamy up front, with aromas of pear, melon and vanilla. It runs rather tangy and zesty across the palate, showing apple, kiwi and peach flavors. Finishes long but monotone, with almond extract as the lasting impression.",,17,86,Tuscany,Vermentino di Toscana,,Campo al Mare 2004  Vermentino di Toscana,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-mare-2004-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2004,Campo al Mare
14,White,Australia,"Just the right size; just acidic enough. Has olive-oil aromas, and floral, citrus and grass flavors. Smooth on the palate, finishing with some peach. Will have many fans.",,14,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Windshaker Ridge 2005 Verdelho (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windshaker-ridge-2005-spanish-white-verdelho-western/,Verdelho,2005,Windshaker Ridge
12,Red,Italy,"Lightweight but smooth, with open-knit aromas of red fruits. The palate shows more richness than you might expect, with black cherry and dark plums controlling the flavor profile. With meat on its bones and a persistent finish, this is bargain Chianti at its best.",,8,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Querceto 2004  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querceto-2004-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Querceto
13.5,Red,US,"Shows a nice balance, with ripe black currant and cherry fruit flavors wrapped in smooth, supportive tannins, and a fruity but dry finish. This elegant Cab drinks well now, and should hold for a good 10 years.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sebastiani
,Red,Australia,"Forward and youthful, this Shiraz shows lifted blueberry and blackberry jam flavors, plus accents of tangy oak and earth. An over-the-top, drink-now wine. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Angel's Share,30,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Two Hands 2005 Angel's Share Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2005-angels-share-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2005,Two Hands
,White,US,"A sharp, edgy wine, lifted with a bit of volatility, then smoothed over with a honeyed sweetness. Very ripe, soft, peachy and definitely ready to drink.",Piper Frenchman Hill Vineyard,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),White Heron 2003 Piper Frenchman Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-heron-2003-piper-frenchman-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,White Heron
14,White,Australia,"Medium, almost full, in weight but mildly flavored for its heft. Offers up delicate talc and lemondrop aromas, with pear skin flavors dominating on the palate. After a few sips, limey-citrus flavors step in and take over. 1,500 cases produced.",Beau Sea,20,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Longview 2005 Beau Sea Viognier (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longview-2005-beau-sea-viognier-adelaide-hills/,Viognier,2005,Longview
14,Red,Chile,"Quite intense and deep, with prune and black cherry covering the lush nose. Sweet and full in the mouth, with berry fruit backed by coffee, toffee and chocolate. If you like yours big and rich, this fits the bill.",Santa Digna Reserve,12,87,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2004 Santa Digna Reserve Shiraz (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2004-santa-digna-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-curico-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Miguel Torres
12.5,White,Greece,"Sauvignon Blanc adds steel, Sémillon adds cream, and Assyrtico, body to this solid white. Flavors of peach, lime and peanut follow a similar bouquet, and the wine has a steely finish of peach pit. A great accompaniment to grilled fish.",Amethystos White,14,87,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2005 Amethystos White White (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2005-amethystos-white-drama/,White Blend,2005,Domaine Costa Lazaridi
13.5,White,Australia,"Pear and green apple flavors dominate on the palate, with similar aromas. Clean, with a wide, chalk and mineral feel.",,13,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek 2005 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2005-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2005,Fox Creek
13,White,Greece,"A curiosity, this Assyrtico-Sémillon blend has a smooth, creamy feel that fills the mouth, and a pleasant nose of grapefruit and baked apple. Muted at first, flavors of citrus, baked apple and vanilla toast are nicely integrated, picking up steam towards a firm, zesty finish.",Ovilos,40,87,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2005 Ovilos White (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2005-ovilos-white-pangeon/,White Blend,2005,Estate Biblia Chora
11.5,Dessert,Chile,"Late-harvest Sauvignon isn't commonplace, and this wine shows both pungency and freshness. The nose is definitely a bit prickly and sweaty, but the palate is loaded with mango and melon. Ultimately tastes like spun fruit, mostly pineapple, sweet melon and mango.",Late Harvest,13,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Errazuriz
,Red,US,"A good effort crafting a moderate, Yakima Valley  Cab. There's a bit of the herbal stuff here, but it's done well, balanced and appropriate. The tannins are slightly green but smooth, and there are no bitter edges. Smooth and interesting.",Cowan Vineyard,21,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Eleven 2003 Cowan Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eleven-2003-cowan-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Eleven
14.5,Red,Chile,"Standard but crisp red-fruit aromas are the greeting, while the main course is centered around bright raspberry and cherry flavors. It shows a touch of varietal character, meaning it's spicy and a touch saucy. But overall it registers well, with medium depth and length.",Legado Reserva,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2005 Legado Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2005-legado-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2005,De Martino
13,White,Italy,"Firm but still a bit fleshy, with clean lemon and melon aromas. The palate is spunky and balanced, with tangy citrus and melon flavors. Finishes adequately long and fairly crisp, with lasting notes of passion fruit and grapefruit.",Litorale,17,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Cecchi 2004 Litorale Vermentino (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-2004-litorale-italian-white-vermentino-maremma/,Vermentino,2004,Cecchi
14,Red,Italy,"Dry and balanced, this is a solid entry-level Amarone—not too big or rich, but still featuring plenty of Amarone character. Prune and fudge aromas and flavors are joined by a touch of almond skin on the finish.",,30,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cchia 2001  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cchia-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2001,Cchia
,White,US,"Here's one of the more fruit-forward PGs, offering an orchard's worth of peach, apricot,apple, pineapple and lemon flower flavors. For all that, the wine really is Alsatian in its dryness and balancing fresh acidity. This is tasty and likeable.",Alsatian Style,18,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2005 Alsatian Style Pinot Gris (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2005-alsatian-style-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Claiborne & Churchill
13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe and earthy, with foresty aromas that trigger memories of oregano-based tomato sauce and dried fruits. The palate is round and chewy, with red fruit propelled by forceful tannins and ample acids. Shows vanilla and oak late. Grabby and starchy, but good.",Querciabella,31,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricola Querciabella 2003 Querciabella  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-querciabella-2003-querciabella-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Agricola Querciabella
11,Dessert,Italy,"Not many U.S. wine drinkers will be familiar with red dessert wines made from the little-known Aleatico grape. The wines recall the characteristics of Port with rose petal, black cherry and a robust structure making them a perfect pairing partner to fudge cake or brownies. Very few dessert wines can stand up to chocolate as beautifully as Aleatico. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Fattoria Aldobrandesca,35,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Antinori 2004 Fattoria Aldobrandesca Aleatico (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-2004-fattoria-aldobrandesca-italian-red-aleatico-toscana/,Aleatico,2004,Antinori
14,White,Italy,"After a couple of tough vintages, this Verdicchio is back in form in 2004. Apple, melon, almond and vanilla work the nose, followed by a balanced but acidic palate pushing cider and orange peel. Finishes a touch pithy, with cleansing sharpness.",,21,87,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore,,Bucci 2004  Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bucci-2004-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico-superiore/,Verdicchio,2004,Bucci
,White,US,"Crisp, bright acidity marks this dry, clean Chardonnay. It's bone dry, but rewardingly fruity, showing ripe peach, pear and pineapple flavors, with a richer streak of crème brûlée. Easy to find, with 23,544 cases made.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Bernardus
13,Red,Italy,"Quite good for an '02, even if the nose is so heavily toasted that it smells like a hickory pit with bacon on the grill. Tastes of plum, black cherry and vanilla, with spice and tobacco on the medium-length finish. Good mouthfeel with proper acidity is a bonus.",,16,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,IL Piccolo Borgo 2002  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-piccolo-borgo-2002-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2002,IL Piccolo Borgo
,White,Austria,"Intensely perfumed wine with concentrated, ripe flavors of bitter oranges and pepper. At the end, though, the primary taste is of freshness, with a lift of acidity.",,12,87,Weinviertel,,,Weinrieder 2005 Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinrieder-2005-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Weinrieder
13.5,White,Italy,"Although the wine's intensity could overpower many foods, it remains an intriguing and penetrating white thanks to its notes of almond paste, melon, Golden Delicious apple, caramel and tiny tones of Marsala that add depth; snappy and full of flavor in the mouth. Imported by 5 Star Importers.",Aghilóia,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Gallura,,Cantina del Vermentino 2004 Aghilóia  (Vermentino di Gallura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-vermentino-2004-aghiloia-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-gallura/,Vermentino,2004,Cantina del Vermentino
13.5,White,Italy,"Has amber and gold brilliance with lavish notes of pineapple, honey, oak and pine nut. The nose has an almost sweet quality and the mouthfeel is rich with nutty flavors and is somewhat viscous. Imported by 5 Star Importers.",Arakena,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Gallura,,Cantina del Vermentino 2003 Arakena  (Vermentino di Gallura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-vermentino-2003-arakena-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-gallura/,Vermentino,2003,Cantina del Vermentino
,Red,US,"Like the regular Chardonnay, Beuna Vista's regular Pinot Noir is a medium-bodied, easy-drinking version of the variety. There's enough herbal complexity to keep it interesting, but the cherry-tinged fruit is ripe and the tannins supple. Finishes with a burst of crisp acidity.",,22,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Buena Vista
,Red,Italy,"Grapes are harvested north of Lake Garda, where temperatures are more moderate, to produce a lighter and fresher style of Cab that boasts intense notes of forest berry and cut greens. It's clean, smooth in the mouth and easy to drink.",,9,87,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Mezzacorona 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Mezzacorona
14.2,Red,Greece,"Syrah makes up nearly a third of Alpha Estate's vineyards and 60% of this flagship blend, with Xinomavro and Merlot splitting the difference. One of the effects of vineyards above 2,000 feet is high acidity. Although a bit tart, the wine has plenty of plum and menthol in addition to bitter cherry flavors and a meaty character. The acidity makes this a great match for food, and time may soften this wine.",Estate,35,87,Macedonia,,,Alpha Estate 2004 Estate Red (Macedonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2004-estate-red-macedonia/,Red Blend,2004,Alpha Estate
12.5,White,Italy,"The aromatic intensity is one notch higher on this wine compared to this producer's other white blend, yet the peach, almond nut and floral aromas are similar. This wine also has a creamier quality with pretty vanilla flavors and a smooth texture.",Conte Ruggero,11,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Alcamo,,Foraci 2005 Conte Ruggero White (Alcamo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foraci-2005-conte-ruggero-white-alcamo/,White Blend,2005,Foraci
12.8,White,US,"Very dry, and on the earthy side, this Chard is marked more by controlled elegance than by opulent fruit. There are flavors of lemons and limes and tart green apples, with additional complexities from barrel fermentation and sur lies aging. The finish is fairly acidic.",Arcadia Vineyard,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2004 Arcadia Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2004-arcadia-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"Sebastiani knows Barbera. At its best, which this one is, the variety produces a very dry, very tannic and high-acid wine, rich in earthy, coffee, cherry-berry flavors. This bottle, which is robust now, will easily achieve 20 years of age, softening and sweetening all the way.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 2004 Barbera (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2004-barbera-sonoma-valley/,Barbera,2004,Sebastiani
12.5,Red,Italy,"Smoky and savory on the nose, with saucy fruit sitting below a veil of firm oak. Runs a bit tart and racy in the mouth, where cherry and plum flavors are boosted by blazing natural acidity. Not a sour wine, but definitely crisp and racy.",Riserva,24,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Toscolo 2001 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscolo-2001-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2001,Toscolo
14.5,White,Italy,"Aromas of honey, spring flowers, grapefruit and almond skin are intact and beautifully presented thanks to stainless steel fermentation. This is a late harvest wine from 30-year-old vines that earns points for its natural ability to pair with food.",Casal di Serra Vecchie Vigne,22,87,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore,,Umani Ronchi 2003 Casal di Serra Vecchie Vigne  (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2003-casal-serra-vecchie-vigne-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico-superiore/,Verdicchio,2003,Umani Ronchi
12.5,Red,Greece,"The nose first offers suede and leather before showing some plummy aromas. Smooth tannins give it a refined feel, although the acids keep it on the racy side. Has nice, deep cassis flavor with a touch of cola and spice from oak.",Grande Cuvée,25,87,Nemea,,,Skouras 2004 Grande Cuvée Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2004-grande-cuvee-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2004,Skouras
,Red,US,"From the estate vineyard, a windblown hilltop in the western end of the valley, this lean, yet creamy SB rewards your attention with subtle, clean, nicely crafted flavors. Pineapple, pink grapefruit and sliced almond can be found, with plenty of natural acid (no malolactic) and some cracker flavors that come from the land, not from barrels (none were used).",,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2005-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Woodward Canyon
13,Red,Greece,"So smooth and creamy. Solid oaking leads to polished tannins and flavors of cola and vanilla. The nose is Pinot-esque, while berry and plum flavors hold their own. A good rendition of the Agiorgitiko grape.",,25,87,Nemea,,,Palivou 2003 Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palivou-2003-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2003,Palivou
,White,US,"So high in acidity that it creates a tingly burn on the palate, this dry wine is bright and forward in lemon and lime flavors, and a tangy minerality. Finishes fine and clean.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Ortman Family 2004 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Ortman Family
14.5,Red,Australia,"An interesting Shiraz, this one's plummy aromas and flavors have one foot in the prune/raisin camp. Still, there are pretty flavors of Christmas spice, bread flour, tea and tobacco here, too; the latter two leave a somewhat sour taste on the finish. Imported by Old Bridge Cellars.",,18,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Mak 2002 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mak-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Mak
13.7,Red,Chile,"Kicks off a touch loud and syrupy, with jammy berry aromas. The mouthfeel is full and round, while the flavors are deep and veer toward chocolate, plum and blackberry. Finishes with notable caramel and carob flavors.",Armador,12,87,Central Valley,,,Odfjell 2004 Armador Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2004-armador-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2004,Odfjell
,Red,Austria,"Raspberries and bitter cherries, fresh red fruits, great juicy flavors: this is a delicious, open red, which is friendly, generous and ready for a barbecue.",Saint Laurent,,87,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2005 Saint Laurent St. Laurent (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2005-saint-laurent-other-white-st-laurent-niederosterreich/,St. Laurent,2005,R&A Pfaffl
14.5,White,Chile,"Arguably a bit overwooded, but if you like a hefty wine (14.5%) with an oily feel, this is it. The mouthfeel is slick and a bit greasy, but with extract to spare that's the way it is. The flavors are big and typical, with peach, apple and popcorn. A big boy from the Southern Hemisphere.",Legado Reserva,15,87,Limarí Valley,,,De Martino 2005 Legado Reserva Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2005-legado-reserva-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,De Martino
13,White,Chile,"Opens up with welcoming kiwi, green melon and powdered sugar aromas, which are backed by melon and mild green pepper flavors. The overall take is positive, as the body teeters toward full but doesn't go overboard. More than solid, with lots of mainstream potential.",Estate,11,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2005 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2005-estate-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Errazuriz
13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a creamy Chardonnay with toasted nut, cheese rind and even something that resembles bacon fat. It's clean and refreshing in the mouth, and promises to pair well with baked pasta or spicy chicken.",Fabrizio Bianchi Collection,22,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Monsanto 2003 Fabrizio Bianchi Collection Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2003-fabrizio-bianchi-collection-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2003,Castello di Monsanto
13.5,Red,Chile,"After a number of years of experimenting with Cab from cooler Casablanca, Veramonte has turned to warmer Maipo for this nicely made wine that offers red licorice and cinnamon aromas in front of bright cassis and raspberry flavors. Shows purity, spice and character.",Reserva,10,87,Maipo Valley,,,Veramonte 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Veramonte
,Red,US,"A plump, medium-bodied Chardonnay with a deft touch of oak, this is what most California Chardonnay drinkers are looking for in an entry-level wine. Slightly nutty, toasty elements frame bold pineapple and citrus flavors.",,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Buena Vista
14.5,Red,US,"Arista's basic Pinot, which contains some Anderson Valley fruit, is textbook cool-climate Pinot, very dry and quite acidic. It's a little diluted, but enjoyable for its cherry, cola and toast flavors that finish in a great burst of peppery spice.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Arista
13,White,Greece,"Looks like liquid sunshine, and has a creamy texture to match. Fills the mouth with warm flavors of banana and citrus, while an undercurrent of acidity keeps this structured. Finishes with a nice mineral note.",Estate,26,87,Santorini,,,Argyros 2004 Estate Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyros-2004-estate-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2004,Argyros
14,Red,Greece,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc has an interesting nose of cherry, menthol, tobacco, and plenty of oaky vanilla. It's full-bodied and spicy, with good tannins, and plenty of oaky shadings to the cherry fruit and chalky mouthfeel.",Cabernet-Nea Dris,23,87,Greece,,,Antonopoulos 2001 Cabernet-Nea Dris Red (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonopoulos-2001-cabernet-nea-dris-red/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Antonopoulos
13.5,White,Greece,"A crowd pleaser, this easy-to-like Sauvignon has plenty of tropical fruit wrapped in a creamy body and dashed with a hint of oak. A steely mineral core shows it's serious, while the grape's aromatics are displayed in the peach fuzz and melon nose.",Fumé,18,87,Beotia,,,Avantis 2005 Fumé Sauvignon Blanc (Beotia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avantis-2005-fume-sauvignon-blanc-beotia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Avantis
12,White,Italy,"A brilliantly luminous wine with an oddball aromatic offering that is lively and very interesting. There's freshly chopped parsley, honey, goat cheese and almond. It feels great and crisp in the mouth where it is less complex but very refreshing. Imported by 5 Star Importers.",S'Éleme,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Gallura,,Cantina del Vermentino 2004 S'Éleme  (Vermentino di Gallura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-vermentino-2004-seleme-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-gallura/,Vermentino,2004,Cantina del Vermentino
,White,Chile,"Our favorite of the Botalcura white wines, there's only 20% Viognier, but it makes a strong impression, adding floral and orangey scents to this round, creamy wine. Peach and melon flavors show ripeness and class without seeming too sweet or flabby.",El Delirio,12,87,Central Valley,,,Botalcura 2005 El Delirio Chardonnay-Viognier (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2005-el-delirio-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-central-valley/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2005,Botalcura
13.5,White,Australia,"The brand is Wakefield here in the U.S., but Taylors in Australia; Taylors is one of the biggest brands out of Clare. This Chard is round, soft, and medium-full, with a minerally feel and white stone fruit flavors at the fore. Will have wide appeal.",,17,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2004 Chardonnay (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2004-chardonnay-clare-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Wakefield
14.5,Red,Chile,"Purple in color, with blackberry and leather aromas. Black cherry and plum lead the flavor profile, while coffee, toast and black pepper carry the finish. Has good acidity but seems a touch short on depth and complexity.",Secreto,13,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2005 Secreto Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2005-secreto-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2005,Viu Manent
14.5,Red,Chile,"Fun to drink and a bit different than the rest. The nose is peppery and spicy, with berry and chocolate shading. Jammy raspberry coats the palate, infused with a blast of black pepper. Finish is persistent, with a hint of chili.",Secreto,13,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2005 Secreto Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2005-secreto-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2005,Viu Manent
,Dessert,Italy,"Everything about this dessert wine—its color, consistency and body—is smooth and seductive until your nose encounters a solid wall of wood. A tad too much toast, in my opinion, translates into blackened bread crust and peanut oil warming in an iron skillet and makes it difficult to locate the dried flowers and fruit aromas. Yet the wood does frame the wine's sweetness nicely and some may love it.",Privilegio,56,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2002 Privilegio White (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2002-privilegio-white-campania/,White Blend,2002,Feudi di San Gregorio
12.5,White,Greece,"Cream and grapefruit aromas lead to flavors of more grapefruit, citrus and spice. Light and creamy in the mouth, with a touch of oak, this wine is finely crafted, finishing lively.",Sauvignon Blanc-Assyrtico,16,87,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2005 Sauvignon Blanc-Assyrtico White (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2005-sauvignon-blanc-assyrtico-white-pangeon/,White Blend,2005,Estate Biblia Chora
13.5,Red,Chile,"Comes at you with a positive mix of herbal aromas and red fruit. The palate is spicy and savory, with crisp but simple fruit flavors forming a nice foundation. Shows good weight and flow, as it ultimately registers as fresh.",Armador,12,87,Maule Valley,,,Odfjell 2004 Armador Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2004-armador-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Odfjell
,Red,US,"A solid effort, much improved from the sub-par offerings of recent vintages. Soft and plump, it will please many consumers who want something easy and ready to drink with tonight's burger.",,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Bone dry, tannic, herbal and earthy at first, it benefits from airing, revealing appealing flavors of strawberry, plum and cherry with light licorice, black olive and herbes de Provence. The innovative blend includes a splash of Malbec.",,9,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Covey Run
13,Red,Italy,"Perfectly nice but a little heavy, with low-to-medium acidity and a stout mouthfeel. Along the way there's rubber, violet and berry aromas as well as chewy cherry and raspberry flavors. Modest on the finish, with easy tannins.",,16,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 2003  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2003-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Rocca delle Macìe
,White,Austria,"Kracher, the king of sweet wines, also makes a few dry wines. While not in the same unique class as the sweet wines, this Pinot Gris is creamy, flavored with pears, green fruits, a touch of spice, and finishing with some delicate acidity.",,14,87,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2005 Pinot Gris (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-neusiedlersee/,Pinot Gris,2005,Kracher
14,Red,Chile,"At 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet, this signature blend from La Rosa exhibits touches of green on the nose but mostly deep black fruit. The palate runs thick and sticky courtesy of extract and tannin, however, the flavors of plum, chocolate and bacon are satisfying. Quite a big, meaty red. Powerful if a bit clumsy.",Don Reca Limited Release,20,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2004 Don Reca Limited Release Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2004-don-reca-limited-release-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Viña La Rosa
12.5,Red,Italy,"Aged six months in stainless steel, here is a fruity and frivolous version of this otherwise austere and brooding southern Italian grape. Red berry fruit meets interesting minerals notes; the wine would pair wonderfully with pasta.",,15,87,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Terredora 2004 Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2004-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2004,Terredora
13.5,White,Australia,"McLaren Vale is not renowned for its white wines, yet this Chardonnay is a very good, appealing sip. It's medium-sized with apple and pear aromas and flavors dominating. It's not noticeably oaky, either; a fresh, please-all style. 2,002 cases produced.",,18,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shingleback 2005 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingleback-2005-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2005,Shingleback
15.1,Red,US,"Dark, bitterly dry and mouth-puckeringly tannic, this is not a wine for those looking for immediate hedonistic pleasure. Although extensive decanting and big, rich meats and cheeses will help, it's really built for the cellar. Should hold and soften for 20 years.",ReZerve,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Shenandoah 2003 ReZerve Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2003-rezerve-barbera-shenandoah-valley-ca-57184/,Barbera,2003,Shenandoah
,Red,US,"After the terrific 2003 Ulysses this is a come-down. Sweaty and tight, with a tart, unyielding palate, this herbal, peppery wine requires some effort. Released too soon? Most certainly, but it's a good question whether the chocolaty oak will ever smooth into the light, tart fruit flavors of red berry and pomegranate.",Sheridan Vineyard Ulysses,50,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,OS Winery 2004 Sheridan Vineyard Ulysses Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2004-sheridan-vineyard-ulysses-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2004,OS Winery
12.5,White,Italy,"Bargain wine hunters can count on Tormaresca (Antinori's Tuscany estate) to deliver the goods when it comes to good value. This barrel-fermented Chardonnay is the product of fertile soils, strong sunshine and cutting-edge technology. Aromas of apricot, yellow rose, honey and cantaloupe melon are both intense and inviting. In the mouth, the wine is creamy and filling with penetrating stone fruit flavors and persistency. Try it with shrimp cocktail or spicy chicken.",,8,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Tormaresca 2004 Chardonnay (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2004-chardonnay-puglia/,Chardonnay,2004,Tormaresca
14.5,White,Italy,Here is a golden-tinged wine that demonstrates the aging potential of Verdicchio. A third of the blend undergoes fermentation in oak and this extra step adds pretty vanilla and toasted notes that work well with the wine's natural minerality. Imported by Bedford International.,Plenio Riserva,22,87,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,,Umani Ronchi 2002 Plenio Riserva  (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2002-plenio-riserva-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico/,Verdicchio,2002,Umani Ronchi
13.5,Red,Chile,"Here's a nice and dark Cab with black licorice, clove, pepper and blackberry aromas. The palate is ripe and sweet, with roundness and serious depth. Finishes with chocolate and mint as well as some lushness.",Armador,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2004 Armador Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2004-armador-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Odfjell
14,White,Australia,"A pretty, clean, perhaps atypical PG—it's as light in color as a Sauvignon Blanc, and the first flavors that come through are crisp citrus and cilantro. Dig a little deeper and the wine starts to feel more familiar: apple is at the core, and the mouth feels like smooth, wet rocks. Finishes dry, with a fresh herb note.",Y Series,11,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2005 Y Series Pinot Grigio (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2005-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Yalumba
,White,Austria,"A big, full-bodied wine, packed with spice, red currants and very ripe fruits. It's open, generous, soft and very pleasurable.",Kremser Wachtberg,22,87,Kremstal,,,Winzer Krems 2005 Kremser Wachtberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2005-kremser-wachtberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Winzer Krems
13,Red,Italy,"Mildly baked on the nose, with aromas of fired clay, roast plum and fresh tomato. It maintains a heavy, roasted personality through the palate, which is carried by plum and raspberry, all the way to the savory finish. Registers as a wide, tannic red with bulk.",Riserva,23,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Marchesi Cattaneo di Belforte 2001 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-cattaneo-belforte-2001-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2001,Marchesi Cattaneo di Belforte
13,White,Australia,"Shows pear and citrus flavors, with a soft, minerally edge. Fresh and clean, and just the thing for summertime, al fresco meals.",,13,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mclaren-vale/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fox Creek
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a Zin that gives Zinfanatics plenty of pleasure. Dry Creek Valley brings harmony to this difficult variety, and while the wine retains Zin's briary, wild profile, it retains a dry balance. Enjoy it now for its flashy, youthful fruit.",Estate,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Everett Ridge 2002 Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/everett-ridge-2002-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Everett Ridge
,Red,US,"Nice, plummy, strawberry and black raspberry fruit anchors this smooth, forward Cabernet. There's a slap of tangy cranberry in there also; it isn't softened to the point of being spineless. The finish is a bit chalky.",Canoe Ridge Estate,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Canoe Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-canoe-ridge-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
14,White,Australia,"This Chard is smooth and medium-bodied, with aromas and flavors of vanilla bean, passion fruit and pear. Welcoming and easy to drink, it shows some complexity yet is sure to please just about everyone.",Wild Ferment,17,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2005 Wild Ferment Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2005-wild-ferment-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Yalumba
14.3,Red,US,"This is a very nice Petite Sirah, rich and soft and dry, although it's not quite as complex as Ursa's Sierra Foothills bottling. The cherry, blackberry, cola, leather and raw red meat flavors are forward and ripe, and definitive of the variety.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ursa 2003 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ursa-2003-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,Ursa
13,Red,Italy,"Young and spunky, but very good when placed under the microscope. The nose is forward and fruity, with animal cracker and juniper as secondary aromas. The mouthfeel is full and ripe, and that's backed by tasty berry flavors. With tannin and chocolate on the finish you can safely say that's it's a full package in its price range. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Le Torri,13,88,Central Italy,Rosso Piceno Superiore,,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni 2003 Le Torri  (Rosso Piceno Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-cocci-grifoni-2003-le-torri-sangiovese-rosso-piceno-superiore/,Sangiovese,2003,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni
,White,Austria,"Hugely ripe, this is a powerhouse of a wine, giving minerality as well as intense yellow fruit flavors. The pepper of the Grüner is discreet, leaving a soft, juicy, fruity aftertaste.",Pfaffenberg,33,88,Kremstal,,,Rainer Wess 2005 Pfaffenberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2005-pfaffenberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Rainer Wess
,Red,US,"This is a very pretty Pinot Noir color, scented with raspberries and spiced up with a lightly peppery finish.",,27,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Morrison Lane 2003 Cinsault (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morrison-lane-2003-other-red-cinsault-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cinsault,2003,Morrison Lane
14.2,Red,US,"Not particularly pleasurable at this point. The numbing tannins and high acids completely obscure everything that's going on below, which leaves collectors the option of cellaring it. I do not know where this wine is going, but my money's on ageability, because it's so rich in fruit. Try again in 2010.",Stage Gulch Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Lost Canyon 2004 Stage Gulch Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2004-stage-gulch-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2004,Lost Canyon
,Red,US,"Very smooth and chocolaty, the red  blend has dumped the Lemberger (thankfully) and is a solid Bordeaux mix of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 25% Cab Franc. Smoky, earthy and substantial, it carries the winery's characteristic roasted coffee and bitter chocolate flavors through the big, tannic finish.",,22,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,OS Winery 2004 Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2004-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,OS Winery
12.5,White,Greece,"Oak leads off the nose, then does most of the talking for this wine, with vanilla and toast notes throughout. Borders on too much oak, but some ripe white fruit shows through the toasty veneer, while time in the bottle has lent the wine an appealing creaminess.",Amethystos Fumé,16,88,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2004 Amethystos Fumé Sauvignon Blanc (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2004-amethystos-fume-sauvignon-blanc-drama/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Costa Lazaridi
13.5,Red,Italy,"Penetrating and more concentrated, red with finely developed notes of licorice, blackberry, wet earth and porcini mushroom over a medium build and capped by soft tannins.",Tenute Dorrasita,29,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Foraci 2002 Tenute Dorrasita Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foraci-2002-tenute-dorrasita-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2002,Foraci
14.5,Red,Australia,"Has an earthy, tree-bark aroma on the nose, followed on the palate by red plums, with a few cranberries and cherries thrown in. Wooly-textured, and layered, but approachable enough to enjoy with dinner.",Ashmead Single Vineyard,73,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Elderton 2001 Ashmead Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elderton-2001-ashmead-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Elderton
13.5,Red,Italy,"Violets, leather and some sweet cookie aromas carry the nose to a ripe, juicy palate that pumps ample amounts of black cherry, chocolate and spice. Balanced nicely and shows a completeness as well as overall harmony. It's 70% Negroamaro and the rest Aglianico.",Terra Riserva,30,88,Southern Italy,Leverano,,Conti Zecca 2001 Terra Riserva Red (Leverano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-zecca-2001-terra-riserva-red-leverano/,Red Blend,2001,Conti Zecca
14.4,Dessert,Italy,An amber dessert wine with dried apricot and plump raisins followed by candied lemon drops and orange marmalade. Thick and commanding with good acidity to achieve balance. A blend of Moscato and Malvasia grapes.,L'Autentica,25,88,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Cantine del Notaio 2003 L'Autentica White (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-notaio-2003-lautentica-white-basilicata/,White Blend,2003,Cantine del Notaio
,White,Austria,"Perfumed white currants are the dominant theme of this flavorful wine. It is fresh, lightly mineral, with layers of acidity.",Loibenberg,,88,Wachau,,,Dinstlgut Loiben 2005 Loibenberg Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinstlgut-loiben-2005-loibenberg-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Dinstlgut Loiben
14.5,Red,Chile,"Bold and dark, with perfume galore on the nose. The palate is sweet and rich, a little bit creamy, and loaded with zest. For Chilean Shiraz this is quite good; the finish is flush and offers enough acidity to keep it dancing.",Tribute,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2004 Tribute Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2004-tribute-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Caliterra
13,White,US,"Always interesting, Randall Grahm's Malvasia is dependably dry and tart in cool-climate acidity. This vintage is all that and more, with an intensity of flavor ranging from grapefruits to gooseberries. But dryness and acidity really are the hallmarks. Good with raw clams and mussels.",Malvasia Bianca,13,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Ca' del Solo 2005 Malvasia Bianca Malvasia Bianca (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2005-malvasia-bianca-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-central-coast/,Malvasia Bianca,2005,Ca' del Solo
14.5,Red,US,"In true Lucia fashion, this is a dark, big, rich, ripe young Pinot, bursting with fruit, and while it's not exactly elegant, it certainly is powerful. Gobs of cherry, pomegranate, chocolate and coffee flavors flood the palate, leading to a dry finish. Don't drink it now unless you're immune to the acidity and tannins of immature wines. Best 2008-2010.",Las Alturas Vineyard,48,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Belle Glos 2004 Las Alturas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2004-las-alturas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Belle Glos
13.5,White,Australia,"Not tropical or woody; flavors stay the pear and citrus track (there's even a hint of SB-like grassiness), while a stony smoothness seals the deal. It's an acidic, food-friendly style, but not a terribly round one—and that's fine, particularly when ceviche or salads are on the menu.",,26,88,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Howard Park 2004 Chardonnay (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2004-chardonnay-great-southern/,Chardonnay,2004,Howard Park
,Red,US,"Firm and balanced, Hightower's Columbia Valley Cab includes 7% Cabernet Franc. It's a bit grapy, with raspberry the dominant fruit, and young-vine flavors. Though light and fruity, it's well made and buoyed with bracing natural acids.",,31,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hightower 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hightower
,Red,US,"It's mostly C (Chardonnay) and S (Sauvignon Blanc) with a splash of Marsanne providing the “M” that complements the well-established CMS Red. Each of the grapes adds something special and the whole seems to be more than the sum of its parts. The Sauv Blanc lifts it, giving it vivid acid and bright herb; the Chardonnay fills in round apple and pear flavors, and the little bit of Marsanne adds peach to the fruit.",CMS,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 2005 CMS White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-2005-cms-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2005,Hedges
,White,US,"In this freeze-plagued year the estate vineyard was shut out, but any Chardonnay that is made of 100% Celilo Vineyard fruit has nothing to apologize about. Lots of toasty oak jumps out from this still-tight, acidic wine, but as it opens the crisp mix of pear, pineapple and citrus, along with a hint of rock, creates a firm and balanced, very pleasing wine.",,36,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Woodward Canyon
13.5,Red,Chile,"The bouquet displays saucy, savory aromas that are both earthy and rubbery but also sort of suave and stylish. The surface of the main body shows a bit of tartness on top of cassis and black plum, while the finish is round, with full tannins clamping down. A burly red with plenty of kick.",Wine Maker's Reserve,40,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2001 Wine Maker's Reserve Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2001-wine-makers-reserve-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2001,Carmen
14.5,Red,Chile,"Brightly tinted to purple, with black cherry, graphite and surity to the nose. The palate pushes lively black cherry, cassis, plum and licorice, while the finish is lush and persistent. With no Cab or Merlot in the mix, this tasty five-grape blend leans on Syrah for its foundation. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",Lien,18,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Maquis 2004 Lien Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maquis-2004-lien-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Maquis
14,White,Australia,"A very good, medium-bodied Vigonier, but one that may stump you if you taste it blind: it smells of yellow stone fruit and clarified butter, followed by flavors of fresh bread, tradiing card bubblegum powder and citrus. The pleasantly dry, citrus component continues on through the finish.",,19,88,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2005 Viognier (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2005-viognier-nagambie-lakes/,Viognier,2005,Tahbilk
,Red,US,"The second label for Northstar shines in this warm vintage, with a firm line of dark fruits, streaked with earth and mineral. Cherry fruit holds the center, a bit overwhelmed by the tannins at this time, but looking good for another half decade or so of aging.",,29,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stella Maris 2003 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-maris-2003-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Stella Maris
13.5,White,Australia,"Nice wine—fresh, zesty and enjoyable. It has a surge of passion fruit, white peach and citrus on the palate, all of which press on through the crisp finish. Serve it at your next gathering; it's a wine with broad appeal.",Central Ranges,14,88,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Simon Gilbert 2004 Central Ranges Verdelho (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-gilbert-2004-central-ranges-spanish-white-verdelho-new-south-wales/,Verdelho,2004,Simon Gilbert
14,Red,Italy,"Big and meaty, with a woodsy personality that makes it more lumberjack than ballerina. The palate is extracted and full, with real-deal tannins that frame solid blackberry and plum flavors. Finishes dark and rich, with a hint of raisin. Very nice Primitivo.",,18,88,Southern Italy,Primitivo del Salento,,Conti Zecca 2003  Primitivo del Salento,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-zecca-2003-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2003,Conti Zecca
13.9,Red,US,"Perhaps because this is a new line and the Gallos are putting their best foot forward, this Zin is far richer than Gallo's Dancing Bull Zin, which is only a dollar less. It's lush in briary wild berry, cherry pie, blueberry, cocoa and coffee flavors, and nicely dry. Good enough to accompany your best Zin-friendly food.",Reserve,13,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo Family Vineyards 2004 Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-2004-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Gallo Family Vineyards
14,Red,Australia,"On the palate, black plum and cranberry fruit is couched in a smooth, clay-chalk feel. It's not sweet, overly oaky, nor is it extraordinarily nuanced or ageable. What it is is a very good wine, appropriately sized for drinking with food over the near term.",Single Vineyard Estate,25,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Pretty Sally 2003 Single Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-sally-2003-single-vineyard-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pretty Sally
,White,Austria,"Roman Pfaffl is the leader in the new Weinviertel DAC appellation, based around Grüner Veltliner. This wine is medium-bodied, but has typical spice, pepper, apple and pear flavors. Demands instant pleasurable drinking.",Zeisneck,13,88,Weinviertel,,,R&A Pfaffl 2005 Zeisneck Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2005-zeisneck-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,R&A Pfaffl
12.5,White,Italy,"This plump, medium-bodied wine starts with hints of honey, mint and pears, then delivers well-ripened fruit flavors on the palate. Shows good concentration and length on the finish, picking up just enough spice and mineral nuances to retain interest throughout a meal.",,11,88,Veneto,Soave,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2004  Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2004-white-soave/,White Blend,2004,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
13.5,White,Chile,"Clean and nice, with a commendable blending of tropical fruit and light oak on the nose. Very nice across the palate, with sweet but balanced flavors of peach and melon sitting alongside appropriate acidity. Finishes cushy but upright.",Reserve,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2005 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2005-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Carmen
12.5,Red,Italy,"Round up front, with an earthy, leathery nose housing solid red fruit that's comfortable and familiar. Both plum and raspberry work the palate, and then comes toast, chocolate and smooth tannins. Not overpowering but it's in equilibrium.",,18,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Calcinaia 2003  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-calcinaia-2003-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Villa Calcinaia
13.5,Red,US,"Classic, rich and supple; this tastes like a far more expensive wine. It has a European polish, mixing plum, berry and cherry fruit with darker streaks of tar, coffee and smoke. The 13.5% alcohol is perfectly ripe and stylish, and the wine has good length, precision and complexity.",CMS,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 2004 CMS Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-2004-cms-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Hedges
14.1,Red,US,"De Loach's 30th Anniversary Pinot, from the same vintage, was a stupendous wine, and while this isn't as rich, it's in the same vein. It's very ripe in cherry pie, cocoa puff, cola and oak flavors, with a honeyed finish. Yet it's dry, and maintains balance and harmony throughout. If you like lots of fruit in your Pinot, this is a good pick.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,De Loach
,Red,US,"This wine retains some of the vineyard's firm, taut black cherry fruit, but its edges seem sanded down, smoothed over. It feels oddly soft in the mouth, but rough in the finish, somehow manipulated. This exceptional vineyard is capable of much more.",Cold Creek Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Walla Walla is home to quite a few excellent Sangios, but most show a lot of new oak. This puts the pretty strawberry fruit right up front, with plenty of acid and a refreshing finish.",,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Morrison Lane 2003 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morrison-lane-2003-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2003,Morrison Lane
14.5,Red,Chile,"Jammy blueberry aromas get it going in a good direction, and overall the wine is solid and friendly. Blackberry, plum and cassis grace the palate, backed by toast and chocolate on the finish. With firm, lively acidity the wine almost jumps from the glass.",Tribute,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2004 Tribute Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2004-tribute-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2004,Caliterra
,White,Austria,"A blend of young vines from different vineyards, this has crisp fruit, apple and grapefruit flavors. Bright, vibrant, easy to drink. Ready now.",Kamptaler Terrassen,23,88,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2005 Kamptaler Terrassen Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2005-kamptaler-terrassen-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Bründlmayer
13,Red,Italy,"Potent up front, with aromas of Boston baked beans, dry red fruit, leather and charcoal. Medium in the mouth, with cherry and plum floating on a classic structure of bright acids and robust tannins. Finishes lithe and fresh, with a shot of tomato and leather.",Riserva,29,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Borgo Scopeto 2001 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-scopeto-2001-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2001,Borgo Scopeto
,White,US,"Lemon yellow, scented with Bourbon barrel, ripe apples, light honey and tea. It's soft and round, with forward, plush flavors of very ripe apples, banana, cantaloupe and lots of buttery oak.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Apex 2004 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2004,Apex
,White,Austria,"This Nussberg wine has spice, citrus flavors and great minerality. It's a full wine, perfumed and rich, but there's also a fine poise and delicacy to it. Not imported.",Nussberg,,88,Vienna,,,Weingut Richard Zahel 2005 Nussberg Riesling (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-richard-zahel-2005-nussberg-riesling-vienna/,Riesling,2005,Weingut Richard Zahel
13.3,Red,Greece,"A ripe, modern wine made for immediate enjoyment. A fanfare of plum and black cherry flavors usher in notes of chocolate powder and mineral. The fruit matches the full body, while smooth tannins and a hint of sweetness caress the mouth. Even the nose is burly, offering meaty aromas of kirsch liqueur, prune, caramel and coffee.",Red,28,88,Gerania,,,Domaine Evharis 2003 Red Red (Gerania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-evharis-2003-red-gerania/,Red Blend,2003,Domaine Evharis
13.9,Red,US,"Finely structured with superb tannins and acids, and bone dry, this Merlot, with some Cabernet added, is very fruity, but it seems too young right now. There's a tight, locked-down, rugged quality. The cherries and blackberries are struggling to get out. Best after 2007, and for a couple years after.",,42,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
14.8,Red,US,"This wine might improve with age, but right now the parts are not cooperating. You have ripe, blackberry and coffee fruit with an edge of raisins, gritty tannins that make the tongue stick to the gums, and sweet oak that sticks out like a sore thumb. It's all good, but a bit feral. Give it three years.",Camel Hill,55,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martella 2003 Camel Hill Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martella-2003-camel-hill-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2003,Martella
,White,Austria,"Fresh, creamy aromas, crisp fruit and layers of acidity and pepper create a very good wine. A great expression of Grüner in an area better known for red wines.",Schanzäcker,13,88,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2005 Schanzäcker Grüner Veltliner (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2005-schanzacker-gruner-veltliner-carnuntum/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Markowitsch
,Red,US,"Crafted from a blend of vineyards, Kynsi's approach here is a riper, heavier Pinot, fuller in body than many others from the region. The flavors show the ripeness, suggesting baked red and black cherry pie filling and gooey black raspberry jam veering into cocoa-laced coffee. It's a big wine, but very dry, with bracing acidity.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 2003 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Kynsi
13.5,Red,Chile,"Smooth and ripe, with as much gusto as one could expect from a $10 red. The nose is full of ripe berries and chocolate, while the juicy palate breathes black cherry, plum and a spot of raisin. Finishes nicely, with an emphasis on fudge and coffee.",Reserva,10,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2004 Reserva Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2004-reserva-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2004,Veramonte
,White,Austria,"This Pinot Blanc is ripe and creamy, with some crisp acidity, green plums and full-bodied richness. It's a great food wine, smooth and rounded.",Nussern,,88,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2005 Nussern Weissburgunder (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2005-nussern-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-niederosterreich/,Weissburgunder,2005,R&A Pfaffl
,White,Australia,"Its dry, dusty minerality is all Clare. There's a lemon-lime core here, too, that's very pretty. This isn't a snappy, superacidic style of Riesling, which may disappoint some but please those who want a delicate white for the afternoon or just before dinner.",,18,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Tim Adams 2005 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tim-adams-2005-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2005,Tim Adams
13.5,Red,Italy,"Early on it smells a touch cooked, as if there's burnt grass and leather on the nose. But airing reveals fruit and style. The palate runs toward heavy, with plum and cherry flexing collective muscle that puts it on the edge of being raisiny. Still, it holds the line and delivers good overall density and bulk.",Sanleonino,18,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenimenti Angelini 2002 Sanleonino  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2002-sanleonino-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2002,Tenimenti Angelini
14,Dessert,Italy,"Made with indigenous Garganega grapes that are air dried on special mats, Recioto is a dessert wine that is delicately balanced between sweetness and finesse with almond skin, chestnut, peach and honey notes.  Not imported.",Podere il Giangio Recioto,,88,Veneto,Gambellara Classico,,Zonin 2002 Podere il Giangio Recioto  (Gambellara Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2002-podere-il-giangio-recioto-italian-white-garganega-gambellara-classico/,Garganega,2002,Zonin
12,Red,Italy,"Always a solid value contender, Toscolo really nailed it in 2004. This wine is clean and ripe, with familiar raspberry and strawberry aromas. It's not heavy at all; in fact, it's light, bright and clear, with pure cherry and raspberry flavors that are sure to please. A pizza wine to the max.",,11,88,Tuscany,Chianti,,Toscolo 2004  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscolo-2004-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Toscolo
14.5,White,Australia,"Offers up some talc powder aromas, and the sensation carries through to the palate, where there are also light and feminine flavors of melon, pear and white pepper. Hints of almond creep in on the finish. Pretty, light and clean.",,17,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2004 Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2004-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,2004,Yalumba
,Red,US,"Delicately silky and dry, this is an elegant Pinot that's dynamic in fruity flavor. Ripe red cherry pie filling, cola, root beer and pomegranates flood the mouth, leading to a clean, Asian spice finish. Should hold well for five years.",Edna Ranch,25,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Alapay 2004 Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alapay-2004-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Alapay
,Red,US,"Bright mix of pineapple, citrus, green berries, etc. with a yeasty, pleasing grassiness. A good follow up to the 2003, with precision and power.",,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Apex II 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-ii-2005-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Apex II
,Red,Australia,"Just the thing if you like high-alcohol (15.5%) Barossa Cabs with lifted red cherry and blackberry flavors. Hints of wintergreen and black pepper add interest; another reviewer noticed hints of prune as well. This is a very good wine, but not as layered and rich as it could be. Drink over the near term.",,125,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Greenock Creek 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenock-creek-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Greenock Creek
,White,Austria,"An attractively spicy wine, with clean lemon and bitter orange flavors, fresh acidity and a peppery aftertaste.",Loibenberg,,88,Wachau,,,Dinstlgut Loiben 2005 Loibenberg Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinstlgut-loiben-2005-loibenberg-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Dinstlgut Loiben
,White,Austria,"Dry, crisp and very fresh, this wine is a lighter style of Grüner, but delicious. The grapefruit flavors are clean, poised and lightly elegant. Not imported",Loibenberg Federspiel,,88,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2005 Loibenberg Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2005-loibenberg-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Domäne Wachau
12.5,Red,Australia,"Smooth and inviting, with black plum fruit at its core. Aromas are deep and dark, yet aren't overt at this young stage. Feminine in style; not a wine for tannin or acid hounds, to be sure.",Moonambel,50,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Dalwhinnie 2002 Moonambel Cabernet Sauvignon (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalwhinnie-2002-moonambel-cabernet-sauvignon-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Dalwhinnie
13,Red,Australia,"Cullen's signature red is 80% Cabernet, 12% Merlot and 8% Petit Verdot this vintage, with a moderate 13% alcohol. Has aromas of black cherry and ink. The same fruit is showing (and is quite tangy) on the palate, moderated by tealike tannins. Full and round, but tough around the edges and not too giving quite yet. A few years in the cellar may turn that around.",Diana Madeline,75,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2002 Diana Madeline Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2002-diana-madeline-red-margaret-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Cullen
14.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe, with a sturdy, stand-up nose. Beyond the aromatic door awaits brown sugar, black cherry and licorice flavors. Chocolate on the finish as well as lightly juicy acids make for a pleasant finale. It's 60% Primitivo and 40% Negroamaro.",Amativo,32,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Ca'ntele 2001 Amativo Red (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantele-2001-amativo-red-salento/,Red Blend,2001,Ca'ntele
15,Dessert,Italy,"Toasted walnuts, almond paste and dried fruit merge nicely, leaving a velvety smooth trail in the mouth. This wine is a powerhouse despite the higher sugar content, which should soften the effects of 15% alcohol.",Passito di Malvasia Gravisano,30,88,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Botromagno 2000 Passito di Malvasia Gravisano White (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botromagno-2000-passito-malvasia-gravisano-white-puglia/,White Blend,2000,Botromagno
14.8,Red,US,"This blend is from the Foothills, the Central Coast and Lodi, and the wine is very nice. Polished, dry, tannic and rich in fruit, it has unrestrained blackberry, cherry, coffee and chocolate flavors, but maintains balance all the way. What a great short ribs wine.",Vineyard Blend,16,89,California,California Other,California,Ursa 2003 Vineyard Blend Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ursa-2003-vineyard-blend-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2003,Ursa
14.2,Red,US,"I really like this wine, which in so many ways is classic Sonoma Zin. It's dry and full-bodied, with sturdy tannins and ripe, forward Zin flavors that finish in a swirl of spicy fruit. It's also high in acidity, which is perfect to cut through meaty fats, butter, olive oil and cheese.",Sonoma Heritage Vines,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rancho Zabaco 2003 Sonoma Heritage Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2003-sonoma-heritage-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county-56886/,Zinfandel,2003,Rancho Zabaco
,Red,Austria,"Bitter cherries and perfumed aromas mark this as a typical Saint Laurent wine. There are definite tannins, with power and dryness. It should age well, as shown by the layers of acidity that push all the way through from the palate to the finish.",Rothenberg,31,89,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2004 Rothenberg St. Laurent (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2004-rothenberg-other-white-st-laurent-carnuntum/,St. Laurent,2004,Markowitsch
13.5,Red,Chile,"Ripe as can be, with black plum, earth and coffee on the seductive bouquet. Comes across as juicy, with vibrant fruit as opposed to anything you might call jammy. Finishes in a couple of layers, with spice, chocolate and lasting lushness.",Orzada,20,89,Maule Valley,,,Odfjell 2004 Orzada Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2004-orzada-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Odfjell
14,Red,Chile,"Lots of leather and earthy spice start if off, and behind that there's black fruit and a hint of nuttiness. Solid and saturated on the palate, with sweet cherry, berry and chocolate flavors. Fades a bit quick on the finish, with pepper. An achievement from what was a marginal year in Chile.",,45,89,Maipo Valley,,,Domus Aurea 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-aurea-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Domus Aurea
,White,US,"Fragrant and intensely fruity, this thick and slightly hot viognier is loaded with fascinating flavors. Stone fruits galore, and then it morphs into a more buttery, chardonnay-like creature, only keeping the lime rind highlights. Long and rich.",,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,C.R. Sandidge 2004 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2004,C.R. Sandidge
15,Red,Italy,"Doesn't quite reach the heights of the 2000 edition, but it's still darn good, featuring finely tuned scents of dried fruit and spice that dance on the nose. In the mouth, it's a bit sweet, without the richness of texture to match, finishing with some dusty tannins. Best with hard cheeses.",,47,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Il Roverone 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-roverone-1999-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1999,Il Roverone
,White,US,"From an excellent, cool, Yakima Valley vineyard, the Elerding Chardonnay exhibits firm, lightly spicy green apple fruit with pink grapefruit and citrus notes. Aged on the lees for 10 months in new French oak barrels.",Elerding Vineyard,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik Winery 2004 Elerding Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-winery-2004-elerding-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Januik Winery
12.5,Red,Australia,"Doesn't taste like much of anything else out of Australia, and that's a good thing. Smells like smoke and pencil shavings, with wood dominating the palate in the form of tree bark or bramble. Has a bit of a citrusy tang midpalate, its plum fruit finally coming through on the finish. An oddball now, but will likely have a few surprises in store in 3–6 years.",Dry Red Wine No.1,75,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Yering 2003 Dry Red Wine No.1 Red (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-yering-2003-dry-red-wine-no1-yarra-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Yarra Yering
,White,Austria,"There's just the right amount of structure with this wine to promise some good aging. But right now, the Krems coop has made a beautiful, green fruit-flavored wine that shows some mineral character as well as vibrant, racy acidity.",Kremser Pfaffenberg,24,89,Kremstal,,,Winzer Krems 2005 Kremser Pfaffenberg Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2005-kremser-pfaffenberg-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2005,Winzer Krems
,White,Austria,"A touch of botrytis gives this wine complexity, and underlines the sweet fruit, the flavors of white currants. Lively acidity  lifts the wine; will age well.",Preussen,32,89,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2005 Preussen Riesling (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2005-preussen-riesling-vienna/,Riesling,2005,Wieninger
,White,Austria,"From the sandy Herrenholz vineyard north of Vienna, this is a full, open, fruity style of Grüner, from 35-year-old vines. It is ripe, generous and packed with fresh acidity.",Herrenholz,14,89,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2005 Herrenholz Grüner Veltliner (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2005-herrenholz-gruner-veltliner-vienna/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Wieninger
14.5,Red,Chile,"It's easy to size up this high-quality bargain. The nose is deep and dark, with crude oil, violet petal and earth along with a stout package of mixed black fruits. The palate is impressively fruity and rich, with density. A very satisfying wine given the price.",Oak Aged Reserve,13,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Oak Aged Reserve Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-oak-aged-reserve-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2004,Viu Manent
14.5,Red,Chile,"Rather deep and dense, with powerful black fruit aromas of menthol, berry and pepper. Ripe and rich throughout, with a ton of lush plum flavor and extra servings of chocolate and vanilla. This is what Colchagua Cabernet is all about.",La Capilla Estate Single Vineyard,19,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 La Capilla Estate Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-capilla-estate-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Viu Manent
,Red,US,"89 Buena Vista 2004 Syrah (Carneros); $38. Like the regular Syrah, this is fruit-forward, with notes of berry cobbler combining the bold notes of blueberries and boysenberries with vanilla and baking spices. Lovely, soft tannins complement the firmly acidic finish.",Ramal Vineyard,38,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Ramal Vineyard Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-ramal-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2004,Buena Vista
,Red,Austria,"This red from the Bärnreiser vineyard, named after the Bienenfresser, or bee eater, is packed with great, ripe, chewy flavors and textures, very peppery and with layers of wood for complexity.",Bienenfresser Zweigelt Bärnreiser,23,89,Carnuntum,,,Hans Pitnauer 2004 Bienenfresser Zweigelt Bärnreiser Zweigelt (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-pitnauer-2004-bienenfresser-zweigelt-barnreiser-other-red-zweigelt-carnuntum/,Zweigelt,2004,Hans Pitnauer
13.5,Red,Greece,"Dark and ripe, this inky purple wine has coffee, roast plum, cherry and leather aromas that lead to more of the same with vanilla and a touch of barnyard in the mouth. Smooth and cultivated on the palate, with a big feel cut by solid tannins, the finish turns dry with coffee grind flavors.",,40,89,Vin de Pays d'Imathia,,,Kir-Yianni 2003 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Imathia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kir-yianni-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-dimathia/,Syrah,2003,Kir-Yianni
13.5,White,Australia,"This varietal Marsanne has pretty almond and coffee liqueur aromas, and a palate rife with grassy, citrusy tones. It sounds disjointed but actually works quite well. Acidity is lively and would be razor sharp, were it not saved by a moderating minerally overlay. Worth seeking out.",,18,89,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2005 Marsanne (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2005-marsanne-nagambie-lakes/,Marsanne,2005,Tahbilk
,White,Austria,"Crisp, fresh and poised, with delicious white currant fruits and pure, direct acidity piercing through. As befits a Riesling from this vineyard, this wine is just starting out. Give it 4 or 5 years at least.",Loibenberg,32,89,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2005 Loibenberg Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2005-loibenberg-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Rainer Wess
13,Red,Italy,"Aged eight months in barrique, this powerhouse Aglianico from Campania delivers a rush of fresh berry fruit, chewy ripe blackberry and raspberry, forest floor, mushroom, stone and charcoal-like nuances. The mineral notes appear on the palate rendering a beautifully dry, almost dusty, quality. Not imported.",Il Principio,,89,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Terredora 2002 Il Principio Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2002-il-principio-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2002,Terredora
,White,Austria,"A perfumed, pure, light-bodied wine that has touches of fine acidity and crisp fruits. To finish, there are flavors of pepper, limes and orange peel. This is a delicious, approachable wine that will age.",Loibenberg Smaragd,46,89,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2005 Loibenberg Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2005-loibenberg-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Emmerich Knoll
,White,US,"Rich and intense, it's packed with buttery toasty scents of roasted hazelnuts, floral highlights (jasmine) and clean apple, citrus and pear fruit. Despite the big oak flavors, it keeps its acidity front and center and its flavors lifted.",Reserve,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2003-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Covey Run
,White,Austria,"The Loiben cooperative also produces wines from the neighboring Kremstal, notably the Pfaffenberg vineyard. This is a heavily mineral wine, dry, crisp with apple fruit flavors and delicious finishing acidity.",Pfaffenberg,,89,Kremstal,,,Dinstlgut Loiben 2005 Pfaffenberg Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinstlgut-loiben-2005-pfaffenberg-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2005,Dinstlgut Loiben
,Red,Australia,"A manageable 14.5% alcohol, Two Hands' flagship Cab has dark aromas with a ribbon of raspberry jam running through them. The palate is heavy on bitter chocolate and wood, again, with lifted red fruit peeking through. This is a very good wine overall, but not one that's long enough, or deep enough, to reach that next level.",Aphrodite,159,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2004 Aphrodite Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2004-aphrodite-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Two Hands
,Red,US,"An excellent lineup of vineyards, including estate, Red Mountain and Champoux fruit, contribute to this firm, meaty Merlot. It is chewy and substantial, with a core of black cherry and plenty of new oak. It resolves into flavors of mushroom, earth, coffee grounds and grainy baking chocolate. A return to form after the disappointing '02.",,39,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Woodward Canyon
,White,US,"“In the buff,” as you might suppose, means no oak, no malolactic. It is nonetheless quite stacked with flavor, thick currents of pear, peach and other stone fruits, and plenty of natural acid to keep it lively in the mouth. This is the sort of honest, no-nonsense wine that Chardonnay rarely can be—more like a sturdy red in the way it coats the tongue and lingers.",In The Buff,13,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wineglass Cellars 2005 In The Buff Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-2005-in-buff-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2005,Wineglass Cellars
,White,Austria,"Fresh and light, this wine reflects the relatively cool conditions of 2004. However, it still preserves much of the richness of the hot Loibenberg vineyard, with spice and green fruits pushing through bright acidity.",Loibenberg,33,89,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2004 Loibenberg Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2004-loibenberg-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Rainer Wess
,Red,Italy,"A nice mineral edge helps out the smooth, slightly herbal nose. Solid on the palate, where cherry, berry and plum flavors are clean and forward. The feel is commendable and cuddly, while the finish has toast, earth and chocolate. A satisfying red wine that does the region's reputation proud.",,18,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Jacopo da Vicchiomaggio 2003  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-jacopo-vicchiomaggio-2003-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,San Jacopo da Vicchiomaggio
,White,Austria,"This big, opulent and generous wine is one of the few Heiligenstein wines made of Grüner Veltliner. Its peppery character is tempered with fresh acidity and mineral flavors.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein,22,89,Kamptal,,,Hirsch 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Hirsch
13.5,White,Greece,"Evangelos Gerovassiliou has done a lot of work with French varieties in Greece, and this version has paid off. The oak is obvious but not dominant, offering aromas of butterscotch and toast and a smooth feel. The fruit stands on its own, with guava and peach flavors and aromas. Mint makes an appearance before the long, citrus-and-spice finish.",,32,89,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2004 Chardonnay (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2004-chardonnay-epanomi/,Chardonnay,2004,Gerovassiliou
14.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of blackberry and earth. The best feature here is the wine's texture—it's nice and smooth, like river rocks, and the impression really sticks on the midpalate. Red fruit flavors hover underneath.",,35,89,Victoria,Heathcote,,Downing Estate 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/downing-estate-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-heathcote/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Downing Estate
,Red,US,"“Vif” is a French word that loosely translates as “vivid, lively and bright.” This proprietary blend includes both red and white Rhône grapes. Bright, chocolaty, grapy and fresh, with a blast of spicy black pepper. It lives up to its name and then some.",Vif Red Wine,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bunnell NV Vif Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunnell-family-cellar-nv-vif-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,,Bunnell
13.5,White,Greece,"Full-on aromas of freshly squeezed nectarine rev up this dry white, followed by wet stone and lime. Firm in the mouth, white fruit flavors are slow to emerge, hiding behind steely mineral and a hint of crushed peanut. Lime and citrus notes finally come round, turning towards nectarine on the long, acidic finish.",,28,89,Florina,,,Alpha Estate 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Florina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2005-sauvignon-blanc-florina/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Alpha Estate
14.4,Red,US,"Tannic and unyielding now, this Syrah is full-bodied and soft, with cola, blackberry tea, bitter chocolate and leather flavors. It's a young, fresh, very dry wine, with a complex, chewy mouthfeel. The tannins suggest upscale red meats and fine cheeses.",,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arger-Martucci 2004 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2004,Arger-Martucci
13.5,Red,US,"Be warned: This is a very tannic wine. It's so dry and astringent, it makes your mouth pucker, which begs to the question, will it age? The answer is a provisional yes. It's balanced and feels good and rich, and if you chew, there's a lot of blackberry fruit. Best to hold until 2008.",Reserve,35,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Duncan Peak 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duncan-peak-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Duncan Peak
,Red,US,"Good color, and a fresh and zippy palate, showing bright berry flavors. It seems almost claret-like, with taut acids and barrel notes suggesting cedar, coffee and licorice. Substantial, mouth-cleaning tannins.",Klingele Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,C.R. Sandidge 2002 Klingele Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2002-klingele-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2002,C.R. Sandidge
14.2,White,US,"From the winery's Carneros vineyard, a true reserve-style, low-production wine. It's built along the same lines as the regular Chard, with a mineral tang to the fruit flavors and a finish that combines spices and oak. Notable for its elegance and balance.",Reserve,26,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2004-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,William Hill Estate
,White,Austria,"Franz Leth's Wagram vineyard contains some of the only 500 acres of Roter Veltliner in Austria. It makes a very fruity wine, with ripe apricot flavors. Full-bodied, fragrant and spicy.",Scheiben,26,89,Donauland,,,Franz Leth 2005 Scheiben Roter Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-leth-2005-scheiben-other-white-roter-veltliner-donauland/,Roter Veltliner,2005,Franz Leth
,White,Austria,"A classic, full-bodied, easy-drinking Styrian Sauvignon Blanc, packed with tropical fruits, ripeness and just a touch of herbaceous character. There's a lively, fresh citrus aftertaste.",Therese,29,89,Südsteiermark,,,Erich & Walter Polz 2005 Therese Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erich-walter-polz-2005-therese-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Erich & Walter Polz
,Red,US,"Good, solidly made blend with enough Cabernet Sauvignon and Franc to add coffee aromas and firm up the tannins. It falls away in the finish, getting light and a bit leafy, with echoes of green tea.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Novelty Hill
,White,Austria,"In keeping with a cool year, this '04 has layered acidity, pepper and an intense lemon zest and light, poised flavors. It's vivid, fresh and ready to drink.",Hundsleiten,,89,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2004 Hundsleiten Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2004-hundsleiten-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,R&A Pfaffl
13,White,Chile,"Starts out clean and neutral before unveiling hints of white peach and early season nectarine. The mouth is jolting in its acidity, creating a slightly tart flavor profile that drives home green apple and lemon. For some it will seem sharp; others will probably say it's Sauvignon Blanc in its best form.",Terrunyo,25,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2005 Terrunyo Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2005-terrunyo-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Concha y Toro
,White,Austria,"This very young wine is dominated at this stage by its piercing acidity, very green fruits and minerality. But the future is there in the hints of ripe white fruit flavors and the racy aftertaste.",Achleiten Smaragd,33,89,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2005 Achleiten Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2005-achleiten-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2005,Domäne Wachau
,White,Austria,"An idiosyncratic wood-aged blend of Chardonnay, Welschriesling and Semillon, full of ripe, toasty, sweet fruit, with an attractive citrus layer. It's intense, concentrated and finely polished.",White,45,89,Neusiedlersee,,,Johann Schwarz 2004 White White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-schwarz-2004-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,2004,Johann Schwarz
,Red,Austria,"A blend of Zweigelt and Merlot, using the best red grapes from the oldest of Kracher's Illmitz vineyards. It has ripe, concentrated fruit, showing some of the heat and alcohol of 2003, but also layering velvet tannins and smooth red fruits. Not imported.",Blend One,,89,Neusiedlersee,,,Kracher 2003 Blend One Red (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2003-blend-one-red-neusiedlersee/,Red Blend,2003,Kracher
,White,Austria,"A full-bodied, earthy wine that has tropical fruits, lychees and juiciness around a core of minerality. Ehn's style is for food-friendly wines and this one is great with fish as well as lighter meats.",Zöbinger Heiligenstein,22,89,Kamptal,,,Ludwig Ehn 2005 Zöbinger Heiligenstein Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ludwig-ehn-2005-zobinger-heiligenstein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2005,Ludwig Ehn
,Red,US,"Good vineyard sources, as usual, including Conner Lee, Minnick Hills, Sagemoor and Charbonneau, create a firm foundation for this classic, pure-blooded Cabernet. Cassis and berry flavors infuse the fruit, sculpted with spicy, savory oak. Nicely done, stylish winemaking.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syzygy 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syzygy-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Syzygy
,White,Austria,"The wood aging gives a smooth patina over ripe, generous, tropical fruit. To keep it all together, there is acidity and a fresh lift of citrus at the end.",Exclusiv,,89,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2005 Exclusiv Chardonnay (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2005-exclusiv-chardonnay-niederosterreich/,Chardonnay,2005,R&A Pfaffl
14,Red,Chile,"Chilean Merlot in fine form. The nose is subtle and lightly spiced, with ample dark fruit aromas. The palate bursts with tight, snappy cherry and raspberry flavors, while the back end is smoky and drying, with perfect tannins. Golfers would liken this to a drive right down the middle.",Gran Reserva,16,89,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2004 Gran Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2004-gran-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2004,TerraNoble
13.5,Red,Italy,"Full, floral and sophisiticated, with leather, earth, licorice and floral aromas. Very rich, tight and masculine, with big-time tannins pushing heavy plum, fudge and tobacco flavors. Nothing timid here.",Divinus,35,89,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Terra dei Re 2001 Divinus  (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-re-2001-divinus-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2001,Terra dei Re
13.5,Red,Greece,"You can lose yourself in this wine's nose, as ripe fruit aromas of blackberry, cassis and kirsch are tempered with leather, lead and spice. Flavors of equally ripe fruit are intense and backed with a metallic edge, while the feel is smooth and dry. A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Roussanne.",Nostos,19,89,Crete,,,Manousakis 2002 Nostos Red (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manousakis-2002-nostos-red-crete/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Manousakis
,Red,US,"Tight and tannic, this wine is a flavorful mix of plum, cassis, black pepper, black coffee and smoke. Austere, bone dry and blackly tannic, it shows excellent length and structure within the confines of the variety.",Meek Vineyard,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,OS Winery 2004 Meek Vineyard Petit Verdot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2004-meek-vineyard-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Petit Verdot,2004,OS Winery
,Red,Italy,"Smooth and nice on the nose, with cola, crushed slate and ample black fruit. In the mouth, plum, blackberry, cola and chocolate all make an appearance, while the feel is generally balanced and friendly. A very nice wine that should please almost everyone; with another jolt of intensity it would make the next level.",La Lellera di Vicchiomaggio,15,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Vicchiomaggio 2003 La Lellera di Vicchiomaggio  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicchiomaggio-2003-lellera-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Vicchiomaggio
12.5,Red,Italy,"A ripe Chianti with raspberry and blue flower aromas that are only slightly cooked despite the hot vintage. The wine boasts a saturated ruby color and ends with tight, dusty tannins.",,8,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Colle Nero 2003  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colle-nero-2003-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2003,Colle Nero
,White,US,"Shows many of the qualities of Chardonnay from this appellation, with high acidity and pure citrus fruit flavors. There's also a lot of new-oaky extract.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Windemere 2003 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windemere-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Windemere
14.8,Red,US,"Drinks a little hot and overripe, with raisiny flavors, but at least it's fully dry. If these big, ripe, extracted Sierra Foothills Zins are your thing, you'll love it.",,26,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Martella 2004 Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martella-2004-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2004,Martella
12.5,White,Italy,"A strange perfume comes off this wine; it's almost like soap dish meets daisies, and while that's not bad it's not that wine-like either. Flavors of apple cider and chunky melon are standard and soft. Not a ton of finish or flair.",,18,84,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2004  Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-di-san-gregorio-2004-fiano-di-avellino-47918/,Fiano,2004,Feudi di San Gregorio
14.5,Red,US,"Tough and gritty, this is a country-style wine with ripe berry, cherry and coffee flavors that finish a little sweet in raisins. It's at its best now, so drink up.",Hammer,24,83,California,California Other,California,Martella 2003 Hammer Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martella-2003-hammer-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Martella
13,White,Chile,"Not easily identifiable as Sauvignon Blanc, but not a bad wine, per se. The nose has a cake-like sweetness, while the palate is sugary, with apple and lime accents. A basic wine with a candied personality.",,8,83,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2005-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,San Nicolas
13,White,Greece,"An aged style, any flavors of fruit have gone from this butter-colored wine. Butterscotch and oxidized nutty notes have replaced it, giving the impression of a full-bodied, low-alcohol Sherry.",,12,82,Egilias Slopes,,,Oenoforos 2001 Chardonnay (Egilias Slopes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oenoforos-2001-chardonnay-egilias-slopes/,Chardonnay,2001,Oenoforos
13,White,Italy,"Floral on the nose, with confected scents of bubblegum and white gumdrop. Light in weight, with tart flavors of citrus and spice. Finishes crisp. Decent, just don't ask me how to pronounce it.",,10,82,Veneto,Soave Colli Scaligeri,,Cchia 2004  Soave Colli Scaligeri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cchia-2004-italian-white-garganega-soave-colli-scaligeri/,Garganega,2004,Cchia
8,Dessert,Germany,"Words hardly do this wine justice. It's unctuous almost beyond the point of being wine—offering a mèlange of dried fruits and honey that ooze over every taste bud, filling the pores of your mouth and then releasing sugar and flavor for minutes afterward. And the aromas aren't too shabby either, giving up intense scents of dried apricots and orange marmalade, tinged with tea-like notes that add a sense of lightness and complexity.",Kanzem Altenberg Eiswein First Growth,250,97,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2004 Kanzem Altenberg Eiswein First Growth Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2004-kanzem-altenberg-eiswein-first-growth-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Von Othegraven
14.5,Red,US,"This is the second label of Bond, a blend of various vineyards. As such, it's one of the best buys in the Harlan stable, retaining the lyrical balance of all its wines. Superrich in chocolate and cassis flavors, the wine is distinguished and refined despite its size. Hard to exaggerrate the richness and beauty of this classic claret.",,80,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Matriarch 2002 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-matriarch-2002-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,The Matriarch
14.5,Red,US,"Young and dense, almost misleading in its soft fruitiness, but there's tremendous power, and despite the appearance of approachability, it would be a mistake not to cellar this wine. It's explosive in fruit and berry flavors, and the tannins are so melted, you could easily open it tonight. But this is a wine with proven ageability. Should begin to mature by 2010 and drink well through 2020, at least.",Special Selection,136,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Caymus 2003 Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caymus-2003-special-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Caymus
13.5,Red,Italy,"Despite the heat, this vintage lives up to the Solaia reputation with a slightly more ripe rendition. Toasted and oak spice aromas hit the nose first followed by strawberry and blackberry preserves. The elegance is not lost and the wine performs nicely in the mouth with chewy succulence, dusty tannins and a long finish.",Solaia,155,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi Antinori 2003 Solaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2003-solaia-red-toscana/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Marchesi Antinori
13.2,Red,US,"The vineyard is in Sebastopol, in the south of the Russian River Valley. Acidity in this wine is very high, almost prickly, while the fruit tends toward cola, rhubarb, just-ripe cherries, rosehip tea and beef bouillion. It seems like the grapes were picked fairly early to yield a more structured Pinot. Doesn't seem like an ager, but could surprise. The finish is succulent.",Goodin Vineyard,54,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2004 Goodin Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2004-goodin-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,MacPhail
14.3,Red,US,"The vineyard isn't very far from the Goodin Vineyard, which MacPhail also bottles, but the two wines are very different. This is far riper and more alcoholic, with dense flavors of cherry marmalade and melted chocolate, and a cassis-like liqueur on the finish. It's a glyceriney wine that tastes sweeter than it technically is. Fairly tannic, the wine is best now through 2008.",Pratt Vineyard,56,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2004 Pratt Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2004-pratt-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,MacPhail
14.5,Red,Italy,"Takes a while to rev up, but once it gets going it can't be stopped. Beautifully ripe and defined across the palate, with rich black fruit on level one and licorice and vanilla on level two. Finishes long, smooth and spicy, with concentration throughout. Probably our favorite Luce to date.",della Vite,75,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Luce 2001 della Vite Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luce-2001-della-vite-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Luce
14.9,Red,US,"Young and strong now, with a dry mouthfeel and firm acidity and tannins, this fine Pinot should develop with age. The cherry, mocha, cola and rhubarb flavors are deep and long, and together with the silky texture, offer great pleasure. Drink now through 2010.",Dutton Ranch Morelli Lane Vineyard,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2004 Dutton Ranch Morelli Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2004-dutton-ranch-morelli-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lost Canyon
14.5,Red,US,"Made in a very ripe, almost in-your-face style, with flamboyant blackberry pie and cassis flavors veering into rum-soaked raisins and prunes. Defines size and power rather than elegance; a brawny, slightly hot wine that nonetheless is compellingly good to drink.",Estate Grown,125,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Rudd 2003 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudd-2003-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rudd
8.5,White,Germany,"Is this a breakout year for Nik Weis? Never before have I found his range of wines so compelling, and this spätlese is just one example. Yes, it's still marked by heavy leesy notes on the nose, but the fruit is plump and succulent on the palate, mixing melon and apple notes with a heavy dose of spice and mineral.",Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese,20,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2004 Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2004-ockfener-bockstein-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,St. Urbans-Hof
15,Red,South Africa,"91% Cabernet Sauvignon, plus Merlot and Cabernet Franc, Vergelegen's ultrapremium cuvée is tightly structured, harmoniously balanced, and built to age, although it has a greener flavor profile than many modern wines—bell pepper and bramble aromas and green bean flavors—there is still plenty of underlying cassis, tobacco and chocolate to make this a keeper. Polished tannins lead to a long, powerful finish.",V,145,92,Stellenbosch,,,Vergelegen 2001 V Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergelegen-2001-v-red-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Vergelegen
8.5,White,Germany,"On the full-bodied side, but the combined weight of sugar and alcohol is ably balanced by bountiful acids. Floral notes lead off the nose, followed by hints of pineapple and spice, then dried apricots and candied fruit kick in on the palate. Clean on the finish, not overly sweet or cloying.",Berg Schlossberg Auslese,95,92,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 2004 Berg Schlossberg Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-2004-berg-schlossberg-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Georg Breuer
14,Red,US,"What a great job Schug is doing with  Bordeaux varieties. This is an extraordinarily rich Cab, with ripe blackberry flavors folded into thick, fine tannins. There's a cut of acidity that brings balance, and will help the wine age for six years or so. Compared to Napa Cabs, it's more structured and angular, but right up there.",Heritage Reserve,50,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2002 Heritage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2002-heritage-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Schug
,White,Spain,"Palacios started his Valdeorras winery in 2004, and in short order he has established himself as a quality leader. His As Sortes is 100% Godello, from dry-farmed vines with age. This wine is rich, with ample oak, fresh and dry fruit flavors, and a walnut-infused finish. Quite Burgundian in style.",As Sortes,35,92,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Rafael Palacios 2005 As Sortes Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rafael-palacios-2005-as-sortes-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2005,Rafael Palacios
14.5,Red,US,"The grapes are from Oak Knoll, a southerly, cooler district, and while the wine is very ripe and oaky, it has bright acidity. That makes for a wonderful balance to the lush cherry pie, cassis and chocolate flavors. So delicious and drinkable now, it will be hard to keep from opening, but should age well for a decade.",,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,John Anthony 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,John Anthony
14.8,Red,US,"The ungainly name refers to older vines from this celebrated vineyard, and the wine does possess a distinguished balance. The pure cherry kirsch flavors are perfectly integrated into the oak, acid and tannic structure, with an elegantly silky texture. The result is pure Pinot pleasure. Should hold well over the next six years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Elder Series,54,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Elder Series Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-elder-series-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Testarossa
13,Red,Italy,"With 10% Merlot for extra smoothness, this Cabernet Sauvignon has amazing intensity with plum, blackberry, leather, spice bread, clove, chocolate and menthol notes that leap out of the glass. It's a beautifully harmonious wine with no aromatic element out of place and black fruit and spice flavors that are nicely rounded out by the oak. Soft, yielding and ready to drink now.",Ceppate,37,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terrabianca 2003 Ceppate Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-2003-ceppate-red-toscana/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Terrabianca
14.5,Red,US,"From Don Sebastiani and Sons, known for inexpensive value wines, comes this first release. Don't let the weird name fool you, this is a serious Napa Bordeaux, mostly Merlot but with the other four varieties. There's a smoked leather scent hovering over the blackberry, mocha, root beer and oak, and once in the mouth, the wine is exceptionally smooth. Drink now through 2010.",Red Table Wine,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Used Automobile Parts 2002 Red Table Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/used-automobile-parts-2002-red-table-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Used Automobile Parts
,Red,US,"The best since the 1995, this is a big, round, supple wine loaded with black cherry and plum flavors accented by hints of mint and cola. Despite its size, it's harmonious and balanced, featuring a long, richly textured finish.",,40,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 2002 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-2002-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Hamacher
,White,Spain,"This five-grape blend is based on Treixadura but also includes Albariño, Loureira, Lado and Torrontès. The grapes were picked well into October, so the richness and alcohol are up there. Still, the flowery aromas are alluring and the flavors of mango, pear and apple are clean despite some oak aging. Only 50 cases imported into the States.",Blanco,40,92,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Emilio Rojo 2005 Blanco White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-rojo-2005-blanco-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2005,Emilio Rojo
,Red,US,"This tiny producer makes extraordinary wines. These Pinot vines are over 30 years old, low-yielding and hand-harvested. New oak is restrained and the wine is left to express itself in a truly Burgundian fashion. The scents have a revealing intensity, the bouquet is build up from many influences of fruit, spice, rock and barrel. In the mouth it's full but restrained, with concentrated power and plenty of acid. Exceptional winemaking.",,35,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,MacCallum 2003 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maccallum-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,MacCallum
14.4,Red,US,"Another tight, tough single-vineyard Cab from Beringer, one likely to age well. The balance is fine, the fruit is ripe and properly varietal, and the wine has a distinguished feeling in the mouth. It's just that those tannins are so hard. Better after 2007, and should drink well for at least another 10 years after that.",Rancho del Oso Vineyard,90,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Beringer 2001 Rancho del Oso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-rancho-oso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Beringer
14.3,Red,US,"Enormously tannic and effectively shut down now, this nonetheless is a big, potent, dry wine that's explosive in ripe, plush Cabernet fruit flavor, and generously oaked. The finish is so sweet, so delicious. The idea clearly is an ageable mountain Cab and Beringer seems to have succeeded. Hold until 2008, at the earliest.",Marston Vineyard,90,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Beringer 2001 Marston Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-marston-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Beringer
,White,Spain,"Pezas is the Meursault of Valdeorras. It starts with a smoky, slate-driven nose and then opens to reveal pear, green apple and vanilla flavors. Shows excellent backbone courtesy of refined but powerful acidity. One of Galicia's few ageworthy whites; good through at least 2008.",Pezas da Portela,35,92,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Bodegas Valderroa 2004 Pezas da Portela White (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valderroa-2004-pezas-portela-white-valdeorras/,White Blend,2004,Bodegas Valderroa
,Red,US,"Classic Cabernet, and ageworthy. Shows balanced blackberry, coffee, black olive, Provençal herb and oak flavors. It has complex tannins, and is very dry. This is not a long hangtime, superripe Cab, but strives for balance and elegance and succeeds. Best now–2016.",Estate,75,92,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Gallo Family Vineyards 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-northern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Gallo Family Vineyards
14.5,Red,Italy,"Just by looking at its ruby color you can tell that you're in for a fantastic ride. The nose is beautifully balanced and confirms that the magic of aging is well underway: Prune, dried currant, pencil shavings and graphite notes. On the palate, licorice, toast, vanilla and leather with a dusty quality to the finish; very layered and rich in the mouth.",Selecti,62,92,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Moletto 2000 Selecti Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2000-selecti-cabernet-sauvignon-orientale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Moletto
,Red,US,"One of the few California Bordeaux reds that's predominantly Malbec, this dramatic young wine startles with its richness and complexity. It offer lush, ripe flavors of black currants, cocoa, tobacco and new oak, and the tannins are as good as Napa gets, soft and luxurious. Drink sooner rather than later.",Onyx,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pine Ridge 2002 Onyx Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2002-onyx-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Pine Ridge
14.2,Red,US,"Straddles an interesting line between drinkability and a wine that needs cellaring. This is lush with opulently ripe cherry and cassis fruit alongside tannins that, while fine, are strong. This distinguished wine should hit its stride in 2008, and hold for many years after.",Post Vineyard,75,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2002 Post Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2002-post-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Von Strasser
14.2,Red,US,"Mountain grapes have yielded an intense, concentrated young Cabernet, grown on the Sonoma side of Mount St. Helena. The wine is brash, dry and astringently tannic now. But it possesses a classic elegance and refinement and a remarkable core of cassis fruit. How could it not develop, given the balance and harmony? Best 2008–2015.",Helena Montana Vineyard,80,92,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Anakota 2002 Helena Montana Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakota-2002-helena-montana-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Anakota
14,Red,Italy,"Chocolate fudge, vanilla, black cherry, cassis and blueberry essence waft from the surface of this deeply extracted, corpulent ruby-colored wine. Modern and beautifully-executed, you'll also pick up well-integrated wood tones and refreshing herbal notes. A Merlot component is blended in for softness and smoothness.",Dulcamara,55,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2003 Dulcamara Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2003-dulcamara-red-toscana/,Cabernet Blend,2003,I Giusti e Zanza
,Red,US,"Fully mature and possessed of a wonderfully silky texture, lucky owners of this wine should drink it up at their next special occasion. Shows great complexity, marrying hints of mint, underbrush and beets with maraschino cherries and citrus. Drink now.",,,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 1995 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-1995-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1995,Hamacher
14.5,Red,US,"These single-vineyard Beringer Cabs continue to be among the most tannic in California. They are largely undrinkable even at four-plus years, but this has got to be by design. The fruit here is enormous, gargantuan, and the balance is impeccable. There's no reason the wine shouldn't blossom by 2008, and hold for another 10 years.",Steinhauer Ranch,90,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Beringer 2001 Steinhauer Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-steinhauer-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Beringer
14.1,Red,US,"Dry, rich and enormously tannic, this Cabernet, grown right around the famous winery in the capital town of Napa Valley, has been crafted for longterm aging. It's ripe in black currant, cherry and mocha flavors, but those tannins are really tough and astringent. Hold until at least 2008.",St. Helena Home Vineyard,90,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Beringer 2001 St. Helena Home Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-st-helena-home-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Beringer
14,Red,Italy,"This is a first-class interpretation of Cabernet Sauvignon with a fine point of chopped parsley embellished by contrasting aromas of leather, dark chocolate and plum. It's compact and composed on the palate with a refined smoky quality, dusty tannins and lingering menthol freshness.",Lupicaia,134,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2003 Lupicaia Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2003-lupicaia-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Castello del Terriccio
14.2,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet that displays classic Oakville character. To begin with, the tannins, which always are the star of Oakville, are so lush, ripe and richly structured. Then there's the elegant balance and refinement. I wish this well-oaked wine, as good as it is, had a bit more fruity intensity, because that would make me appreciate this even more.",,65,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Vine Cliff 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vine Cliff
14.3,Red,US,"Right now this wine is strutting its stuff, showing dense, fudge-like scents of tobacco, cassis and whiffs of vanilla and coconut and flavors of blackberry with lashings of vanilla and cocoa. But like many vintages of Montelena, expect this one to shut down in another year only to reemerge as a beauty around age 10 or 12. Another classic.",Montelena Estate,95,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 2002 Montelena Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-2002-montelena-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chateau Montelena
13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a very pretty and refined quality to this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon that distinguishes it from the others. From a mountainside vineyard in alpine Alto Adige, the variety expresses itself with delicate aromas of forest berry, menthol, sweet clove, porcini mushroom and moist tobacco. Complex, linear, intense and very persistent in the mouth, this is a showcase wine for Northern Italy.",Lafoa,65,93,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2001 Lafoa Cabernet Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2001-lafoa-cabernet-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Colterenzio
13.8,Red,US,"Like all of Beringer's 2001 gold letter single-vineyard Cabs, this one is a cellar laydown. It's hard in tannins now, a dry wine that leaves the palate rasping because it's so astringent. Yet the fruit is gigantically ripe, flooding the mouth with blackberries and cherries that are the essence of those fruits. With all that ripeness, the acidity is crisp and fine. Drink 2008–2020.",Bancroft Ranch,90,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Beringer 2001 Bancroft Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-bancroft-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Beringer
14.3,Red,US,"This classy Pinot Noir doesn't require age, but a few years won't hurt. It's young and dry, with an elegantly silky mouthfeel framing ripe red and black cherry and mocha fruit and lots of Asian spice, especially on the finish. Yet it's also somewhat tannic. Best to decant for a few hours if you open it now.",Savoy Vineyard,45,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Barnett 2004 Savoy Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2004-savoy-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Barnett
,Red,US,"Oregon Pinot at the top of its game; firm and tannic, with a complex mix of berry-driven fruits and lively spices. There is plenty of midpalate concentration, power and length, as the fruit unwinds with blackberry, plum, anise and hints of herb. Dry, green-tea flavored tannins wrap it all into a tidy bundle.",Grace Vineyard,90,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2003 Grace Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2003-grace-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Serene
15.2,Red,US,"Like Colgin's great Herb Lamb Cabernet, this is 100% varietal, 100% new oak. It's a unique, different sort of Cab, opening with an iodine, Islay Scotch, sea-salt scent that turns surprisingly rich and fruity in the mouth, sweet in chocolate and extraordinarily ripe black currants. This very young wine needs time to show its best. Drink 2009–2015.",Tychson Hill Vineyard,250,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Colgin 2003 Tychson Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colgin-2003-tychson-hill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Colgin
13,Red,Italy,"You can't help but fall in love at first sniff: Here is a gorgeous nose with cherry and blackberry preserves, crushed clove, incense, black licorice, espresso bean, vanilla and toasted wood notes. At the back of it all is a sweet touch of clover. The 10% Merlot helps render softer, rounder tannins and backs Cab's structure and firmness.",Cignale,69,93,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Castello di Querceto 2001 Cignale Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-querceto-2001-cignale-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Castello di Querceto
14.5,Red,Italy,"A very exciting wine with amazing elegance and linearity that delivers intense aromas of licorice, menthol, toast and pressed blackberry. It boasts a penetrating intensity in terms of its ruby color and in the mouth where firm tannins are followed by lingering freshness on the finish.",Lupicaia,140,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2001 Lupicaia Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2001-lupicaia-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Castello del Terriccio
14.4,Red,US,"When Cosentino's clarets hit the mark, they're darn near as good as anything in the valley. This blend of Cabs Sauvignon and Franc and Merlot is wickedly good. There's a ton of oak, but it's just the perfect touch. Tastewise, it's black currants, crème de cassis and sweet Asian spices. So soft and forward; drink now.",Legends,80,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2003 Legends Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2003-legends-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2003,M. Cosentino
14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a delightfully chewy, extracted and penetrating wine that oozes blackness: Black licorice, black fruit, resin, slate, charcoal and chalkboard grow in intensity with each swirl. A very intense, modern wine that sees 18 months of oak aging for taut tannins and a supple, velvety mouthfeel. Would pair well with aged cheeses or grilled meats.",Akronte,52,93,Central Italy,Marche,,Boccadigabbia 2001 Akronte Cabernet Sauvignon (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boccadigabbia-2001-akronte-cabernet-sauvignon-marche/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Boccadigabbia
14,Red,Italy,"Very tense and tight is the nose: It contains precise fruit, baking spice, toasted oak and mint. Wonderfully structured on the palate, which shows bright berry flavors and grainy, grabby tannins. Finishes on the chocolaty side, with length and power. A big boy for sure.",Pecchia,155,93,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Gagliole 2003 Pecchia Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gagliole-2003-pecchia-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2003,Gagliole
13.8,Red,US,"The tannic structure of this Cab is front and center, both anchoring the wine and making it inaccessible now. But there's little doubt about its ageability. The balance is great, and the heart of blackberry and cherry fruit is just bursting to get out. Defines Napa mountain Cab, and needs to be cellared. Should hit its stride in 2011 and hold for another 10 years.",Reserve,60,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Martin Ray 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Martin Ray
15.2,Red,US,"Grown in the cool heart of the valley, but in a hot vintage, this beautifully ripe Pinot combines fruity power with elegant harmony to produce a delicious, complex wine. It's sturdy in acids and tannins, and bone dry. While the alcohol is high, it feels balanced and graceful. Best in its youthful flamboyance.",Saralee's Vineyard,40,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2004 Saralee's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2004-saralees-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lost Canyon
13.5,Red,Italy,"Rich and ripe smelling, with lovely plum and blackberry flavors. The feel is righteous and big, while the finish brings a blend of toast, pepper and soft tannins. Almost jammy but it holds the line. Drink now through 2010.",,37,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,La Massa 2001 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massa-2001-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,La Massa
15.1,Red,US,"Tannic and closed to the point of inaccessibility, this Cab-based blend, which contains Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot, comes from low-yielding vines grown 1,700 feet above Knights Valley. It all comes down to a question of ageability. The answer is it will age quite nicely. The balance is superb, and the core of fruit is there. Do not open this wine until 2010; it should continue to develop for another 10 years at least.",Les Pavots,150,93,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Peter Michael Winery 2003 Les Pavots Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-michael-winery-2003-pavots-red-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Peter Michael Winery
14.4,Red,US,"A worthy followup to the 2001, it's not as voluptuous, but is better structured and is likely more ageworthy. The wine is tannic, but balanced and rich in Cabernet fruit. It has that edge of elegant complexity that marks a great wine. Drink now–2015.",Reserve,60,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ray 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Martin Ray
,Red,US,"A couple of things about this wine are immediately striking: First is the fruit, which is enormously juicy to the point of jamminess, accented by smoky oak. Second is the smooth, supple texture, mainly due to the wonderful tannins. It's a complex, wholesomely dry wine, delicious now but with the structure to last at least a decade.",Estate,37,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Mount Eden Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"Size isn't everything, but in this magnificent 100% Cab, it's an impressive part of the total package. The blackcurrant and cherry flavors are massive, the oak is impressively strong and spicy, the acidity is balancing, and the tannins are a wonder, softly ripe and firm at the same time. On the finish, the flavors turn even richer, suggesting crème de cassis and chocolate. Best now–2010.",,49,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Baldacci 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldacci-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Baldacci
14.5,Red,US,"From the home vineyard in the Oakville foothills, this little sister to Harlan Estate is very similar to it. The structure is superb, with a classic elegance of tannins and acids. The flavors are just enormous, all about chocolate fudge, crème de cassis and cherry cola, yet the wine is dry and crisp. There's something sensual and sexy about this claret, a completely nourishing wine that provides endless pleasure. At this price, it's a value compared to Harlan Estate.",,95,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Maiden 2002 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maiden-2002-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,The Maiden
,Red,Italy,"Here is a rock-solid Cabernet embellished by a delicate aromatic embroidery that gives its Piedmont origins away. Dark ruby in color, the nose is perfectly seamless with ripe fruit nuances at the core and generous notes of asphalt, resin and blackberry. The tannins and structure are solid and the wine's enduring persistence can be counted in long, delicious minutes.",Darmagi,224,94,Piedmont,Langhe,,Gaja 1999 Darmagi Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaja-1999-darmagi-cabernet-sauvignon-langhe/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Gaja
14.5,Red,Italy,"Seductive, succulent and hedonistic. This 77% Cabernet Sauvignon and 33% Merlot blend is incredibly forthcoming and ready to drink immedi ately thanks to its rich toasted notes, chocolate fudge, blackberry, leather, tobacco, menthol and herbal aromas. There's a ton of vanilla and sweet spice on the velvety finish and melted chocolate on the close.",Fratta,80,94,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2003 Fratta Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2003-fratta-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Maculan
7.5,Dessert,Germany,"Insanely priced, but if you love ultrasticky dessert wines, this is one you'll want to try at least once. Shows the merest hint of volatility on the nose, but also striking floral and mineral components. Broad and viscous on the palate, with intensely honeyed flavors of dried apricots and orange marmalade that last a long, long time. Should age virtually forever.",Rauenthaler Nonnenberg Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese,283,94,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 2003 Rauenthaler Nonnenberg Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-2003-rauenthaler-nonnenberg-riesling-trockenbeerenauslese-rheingau/,Riesling,2003,Georg Breuer
7.5,White,Germany,"What balance! This wine's considerable sweetness is admirably buffered by ample acidity, while low alcohol adds to the impression of lightness and ease. This structural balance is complemented by the way slaty-minerally aromas play off bright tangerine and peach flavors, ending seamlessly, crisp and long. Delicious now, but should easily age 20 years.",Berncasteler Doctor Auslese,64,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2004 Berncasteler Doctor Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2004-berncasteler-doctor-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch)
15.3,White,US,"They must have let some of the grapes shrivel, because there's a blast of raisins. They're good raisins, the sweet, curranty kind that taste drizzled with rum and crème de cassis. This is a big, dry, extracted wine with some fairly hefty tannins. It drinks beautifully now and should hold well through 2020.",,75,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Showket 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/showket-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Showket
14.7,Red,US,"Tasted with Baldacci's regular Cab, this is a slightly tougher, less immediately opulent wine. The fruit is there, but the tannic structure makes it less accessible. Lush plum and prune flavors coat the palate, dusted with oaky notes of chocolate and smoke. Winemaker Rolando Herrera worked at Stag's Leap Wine Cellars as well as with Paul Hobbs, and he clearly knows his stuff. If you can cellar this 100% Cab though 2010, good for you, because it's just so rewarding now.",Brenda's Vineyard,70,95,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Baldacci 2003 Brenda's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldacci-2003-brendas-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Baldacci
14.5,Red,US,"Enormously rich, like biting into a warm chocolate truffle with a cherry-blackberry core. Ultrasmooth, a bit soft and melted, but oh, so supple and velvety, with fine, firm tannins. Completely dry and balanced, this is a wine of harmonious complexity.",Melbury,225,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2002 Melbury Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2002-melbury-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,BOND
7.5,White,Germany,"This wine's intense aromas of honey, oranges and tea seem almost a little roasted or caramelized, but on the palate the flavors are brilliantly defined and focused by vibrant acidity that brighten the bold citrus and honey notes. A  rich and viscous mouthfeel, yet miraculously crisp at the same time; the acids keep the finish echoing in your mouth for a long, long time.",Ürziger Würzgarten Eiswein,125,95,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2004 Ürziger Würzgarten Eiswein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2004-urziger-wurzgarten-eiswein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Peter Nicolay
14.5,White,US,"Classic Laurel Glen, a Cabermet stuffed with dense, thrillingly ripe fruit, yet surrounded by dusty mountain tannins that warrant cellaring. The flavors are as intricate as a tapestry, weaving together black currants, blueberries, plums, cocoa, macaroons, spices and sweet oak. Thoroughly dry, this is great Laurel Glen. Decant now; drinkable through at least 2015.",,55,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Laurel Glen 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Laurel Glen
14.2,Red,US,"The Youngs produce a stunning Cabernet from their vineyard on the eastern benchlands of the valley. This Cab is the polar opposite of Napa, and defines the alternative possibilities. Soft, intricate and herbal-earthy, it has beautiful black cherry, cocoa, tobacco and new oak flavors, and it's thoroughly dry. Drink now through 2015.",Scion,54,95,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 2002 Scion Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-2002-scion-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Robert Young
14.5,Red,US,"Based on Oakville fruit, Vecina is not quite as fruit-driven as the other two Bond wines. It's a bit backward, with an earthy, mushroomy, soy and balsamic taste alongside the briary berry flavors. Has an almost feral quality that is quite interesting and different. With its big backsplash of tannins, it might age best of the current trio. Drink now–2020.",Vecina,225,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2002 Vecina Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2002-vecina-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,BOND
15.2,Red,US,"Almost black in color. Flavors are of blackberry, cassis, Provençal herbs; the 100% new oak adds rich toast and char notes. Tannins are brilliant, dense and fluffy. Grown at the base of Howell Mountain, this is classic mountain Cab, beautiful now, fleshy and fat, but with a 20-year lifespan.",Herb Lamb Vineyard,225,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Colgin 2003 Herb Lamb Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colgin-2003-herb-lamb-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Colgin
14.8,Red,US,"Enormously rich in crème de cassis, cherry pie and cocoa flavors, which many Cabs have these days. But what's so special is the tannic structure, which is world class, and could only come from a premier Napa vineyard. This is an amazingly delicious wine, a joy to drink, but it's best enjoyed now and for a year or three, to appreciate its youthful opulence.",,55,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Shafer
,Red,US,"What a spectacular effort. Dense and precise, it explodes from the glass with pure varietal scents and crisp, layered flavors. The mix of red fruits seamlessly weaves into barrel flavors of coffee, toast, caramel and buttered nuts, then adds licorice and spice to the long, clean,  lifted finish. A tour de force.",,40,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Le Cadeau 2003 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Le Cadeau
15.6,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the grapes for this stunning wine came from David Abreu's vineyard in the St. Helena foothills. It's very complex, softer, more open and approachable than Colgin's 100% Cabs, with a flamboyant spectrum of cherries,  framboise, cocoa, violets, gingerbread and spices framed in supple, fine tannins. Beautiful, a feminine wine of great beauty. Drink now through 2015.",Cariad,225,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Colgin 2003 Cariad Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colgin-2003-cariad-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Colgin
,Red,US,"Ripe and flashy, offering tiers of cassis, chocolate and charry new oak flavors, wrapped in sweet, smooth tannins. Has an acidic bite midpalate that balances the lushness, and will add to the wine's cellar-worthiness. Defines sheer power, but never loses control. Best now and through 2017, at least.",Red Wine,500,96,California,Napa,Oakville,Screaming Eagle 2003 Red Wine Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screaming-eagle-2003-red-wine-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Screaming Eagle
14.5,Red,US,"More structured than the Melbury, with deeper, firmer tannins: but it's certainly not a tannic, hard wine. It's the quality of the tannins, fine, ripely sweet, intricate. The flavors are enormously rich in blue and black berries, as well as chocolate. Magnificent wine, fleshy, fat, opulent. As delicious as it is now, should age well through 2020.",St. Eden,225,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 2002 St. Eden Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-2002-st-eden-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,BOND
14.6,Red,US,"Stunning. Explodes with the most intricately detailed aromas: a perfume of fine smoky oak and ripe black currants. Exudes sheer power, with great weight yet no heaviness. Lush and delicious, but just tannic enough. If you can wait, cellar until 2008, it should hold and improve for many years.",Eisele Vineyard,185,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Araujo 2002 Eisele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/araujo-2002-eisele-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Araujo
,Red,US,"Nearly 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, this firm young wine showcases Napa Cab at its best. It's powerful in cassis and mocha flavors, with complex spice notes. The considerable new oak fits in fine given the wine's size. Extraordinarily smooth and lush, it's beautiful now, but has the  structure to age for a decade. What a beauty.",Claret,110,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Foley 2003 Claret Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-foley-2003-claret-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Robert Foley
8,Dessert,Germany,"Reasonably priced for an eiswein, this immensely thick, oily offering coats the palate with intense sweetness, but also succulent flavors of flower syrup, ultraripe pears and apricots. Candied orange notes linger forever on the finish.",Bernkasteler Badstube Eiswein,90,96,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2004 Bernkasteler Badstube Eiswein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2004-bernkasteler-badstube-eiswein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
14.9,Red,US,"The impression is of a young, tannicly closed but enormously promising Cabernet. Floods the mouth with dramatic black currant, cherry and chocolate flavors, masses of toasty, caramelized new oak, and a rich, minerally earthiness. For all the power, there's elegance and refinement. If you must drink it now, decant it; best 2008–2015.",Hillside Select,190,97,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 2002 Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2002-hillside-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Shafer
,Red,US,"Fragrant, showing cascades of violets, caramelized new oak, sweet cherry pie, cocoa and cassis aromas. In the mouth, it's unctuous, and floods the palate with sweet, savory flavors. Has a youthful jamminess right now, which will melt off and refine as time goes by. Such is the elegance and balance that cellaring it for 20 years will be no problem. This is the best Rubicon ever.",,110,98,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2002 Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2002-red-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Rubicon Estate
14.5,Red,US,"The aroma is deep and inviting, equal parts new oak, Cabernet fruit and dried herbs. Has tremendous weight, with red and black cherry, cola, chocolate, cassis and roasted coconut flavors. Brilliant now, virtually flawless and totally delicious, yet has the impeccable balance to age and even improve over the years. The listed price is its pre-release price. Drink now through at least 2020.",,245,99,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harlan Estate 2002 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlan-estate-2002-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Harlan Estate
,Red,US,"Impossibly aromatic. Hard to imagine greater claret perfume. Shows the most refined mingling of smoky oak, cassis, cherries, roasted coconut macaroon, cocoa puff and spice scents. Absolutely first rate, as good as anything Napa Valley produces. Compellingly, addictively delicious, but so dry and voluptuous. Classic wine, with perfect alignment of fruit, acids, tannins, oak, alcohol, the works. The grapes are from Sloan's portion of the Sacrashe Vineyard, high above the Silverado Trail in the Vaca Mountains. Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in 100% new French oak. Perfection in a bottle. Drink now–2020.",Red Wine,245,100,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sloan 2002 Red Wine Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sloan-2002-red-wine-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Sloan
14.5,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and acidic to the point of mouth-puckering numbness, this is a difficult wine. It finishes in a swirl of raisins.",Barrel Select,15,80,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Amador Foothill Winery 2002 Barrel Select Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2002-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2002,Amador Foothill Winery
12,White,Greece,"The nose opens with a hint of oak that leads to flowery musk. Straightforward in the mouth, with evergreen and hints of white fruit.",White,9,80,Patras,,,Kouros 2004 White Roditis (Patras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kouros-2004-white-greek-white-roditis-patras/,Roditis,2004,Kouros
14.4,Red,US,"Raspingly dry and tannicly astringent, with barely any fruit at all, this Zin is  clean, at least.",,10,80,California,California Other,California,Cellar No. 8 2003 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellar-no-8-2003-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Cellar No. 8
12.5,White,Greece,"Lemon skin and citrus scents are pleasant but mild. The wine has an almost creamy feel to it, plus lemony citrus flavors. Finishes tart and crisp.",,17,81,Beotia,,,Avantis 2005 Roditis (Beotia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avantis-2005-greek-white-roditis-beotia/,Roditis,2005,Avantis
15,Red,Chile,"Quite green and grassy, with overt aromas of green bean and tobacco. Berry and milk chocolate lead the flavor profile, while the finish is hollow. Too green to rate higher.",Barrica Selection,15,81,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2004 Barrica Selection Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2004-barrica-selection-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Santa Carolina
13.5,Red,Chile,"Unfortunately, this wine is a step down from previous vintages. The nose is pickled and herbal, and throughout there is a pounding vegetal quotient that can't be ignored. Good mouthfeel, but too much green bean for what should be an opulent, rich, full-fruit style of wine.",Reserve,9,81,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2003 Reserve Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2003-reserve-malbec-maipo-valley/,Malbec,2003,Santa Alicia
13,Red,Italy,"Lean and short on stature, with rubbery, spicy aromas jazzing up what would otherwise not register. Tastes tangy and a bit reduced, with raspberry and cherry flavors. Runs thin and a bit sour. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",,7,81,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Gru 2003  Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gru-2003-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2003,Gru
13.2,White,Chile,"The nose mixes tropical fruit, banana and also some sharp nettle. Orange, tangerine and grapefruit flavors are only basically convincing, while more citrus runs wild on the untamed finish. Sort of sweet but also kind of sour.",Magellan Reserve,14,82,Maipo Valley,,,Pengwine 2005 Magellan Reserve Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pengwine-2005-magellan-reserve-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Pengwine
11.5,White,Greece,"Light and crisp, this 100% Roditis has moderate flavors of citrusy fruits and a short, clean finish.",Asprolithi,10,82,Patras,,,Oenoforos 2005 Asprolithi Roditis (Patras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oenoforos-2005-asprolithi-greek-white-roditis-patras/,Roditis,2005,Oenoforos
13.5,Red,US,"Sharp and sweet-sour, like Chinese moo shu pork sauce, this Malbec has plum and cherry flavors and very high acidity.",Rennie Vineyard,20,82,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2003 Rennie Vineyard Malbec (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2003-rennie-vineyard-malbec-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Malbec,2003,Yorkville Cellars
13,White,Greece,"Toast aromas surround baked apple, transforming to baking spice in the mouth. The oak is forward, but underneath, the fruit doesn't match up.",White Fox,14,82,Corinth,,,Palivou 2005 White Fox Roditis (Corinth),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palivou-2005-white-fox-greek-white-roditis-corinth/,Roditis,2005,Palivou
12.5,White,Italy,"Almost neutral on the nose, with just an inkling of melon. Dry as a bone, with lean apple and green pear on the palate. Finishes as it starts: distant and short on fruit.",Secco,10,82,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico,,Pietracolata 2004 Secco  (Orvieto Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietracolata-2004-secco-white-orvieto-classico/,White Blend,2004,Pietracolata
12.8,White,US,"Pretty much a basic Gewürz, but the flavors are on the thin, watery side. Yet this wine is clean and dry. If only it had greater fruity concentration.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2005 Traminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2005-other-white-traminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Traminer,2005,Mosby
13.5,White,US,"We know that this appellation is friendly to Sauvignon Blanc, and the template is here for a fine one. But this wine's flavors are pretty dilute.",,13,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Firestone
13,Red,Italy,"Seems as though the heat of 2003 sapped this wine of its vitality. The nose is soft and leathery, with sausage and vanilla aromas dominating. Tomato and root vegetables control the palate, while the finish is scrambled and stewy. Not a fresh wine.",Scassino,24,82,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Terrabianca 2003 Scassino  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-2003-scassino-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Terrabianca
14,Red,Australia,"Nose shows a little brambly earthiness. The wine is quite dark in color, but lackluster in its body and  plum flavors. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Diamond Label,12,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2004 Diamond Label Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2004-diamond-label-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Rosemount
15.1,Red,US,"Tastes overripe and raisiny, with a Porty finish. It's not quite sweet and not quite dry, but falls awkwardly in the middle.",Rocky Top,18,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2004 Rocky Top Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2004-rocky-top-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Sobon Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"Adequate but disappointing; the Moore's Creek wines usually perform better than this. Offers some barnyard on the nose, and dilute plum and tea flavors on the palate. Finishes short. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Moore's Creek,10,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tyrrell's 2004 Moore's Creek Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2004-moores-creek-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Tyrrell's
13.5,Red,Italy,"Light in color, with a rosy tint. Aromas of burnt grass, pepper and red fruit are distant and unconvincing, while the palate is generic and rudderless. Not a terrible wine, but lacking in substance.",Riserva,16,82,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Sella & Mosca 2002 Riserva  (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-2002-riserva-red-cannonau-sardegna/,Red Blend,2002,Sella & Mosca
13.5,White,Greece,"Made from 100% Assyrtico, this starts off with a nice nose of peach, citrus and a hint of smoke. The mouth is more muted, though flavors of yellow fruit and citrus do show through. Finishes dry, with tart strawberry flavor.",Areti White,18,82,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2004 Areti White Assyrtico (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2004-areti-white-greek-white-assyrtico-pangeon/,Assyrtico,2004,Estate Biblia Chora
12,Red,Italy,"Begins as a toasty, earthy number yet the palate is exceedingly tart. It's slim pickings on the palate, especially if you're seeking depth and richness. Instead there's a lot of acidity and monotony. Adequate but unexciting.",Biagio,8,82,Tuscany,Chianti,,Castellani 2004 Biagio  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-2004-biagio-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Castellani
14.9,Red,US,"Hot and unbalanced in fruit, with flavors that span the gamut from raisins to mint, this Zin is bone dry. It's a rustic wine, with some rugged tannins and a coarse finish.",Old Vine,17,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Seven Deadly Zins 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-deadly-zins-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2004,Seven Deadly Zins
13,Red,Greece,"Green bean and tobacco aromas lead to more of the same in the mouth, although grapy fruit shows through. This wine seems underripe, an oddity in 2003, with chalky tannins and spiky acidity.",Yianakohori,25,82,Vin de Pays d'Imathia,,,Kir-Yianni 2003 Yianakohori Red (Vin de Pays d'Imathia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kir-yianni-2003-yianakohori-red-vin-pays-dimathia/,Red Blend,2003,Kir-Yianni
13.5,White,US,"Fermented in stainless steel, and dry, this Gewürz's problem is a lack of fruit. It needs more concentration.",Carranza Mesa Vineyard,12,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2005 Carranza Mesa Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2005-carranza-mesa-vineyard-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Firestone
13,Red,Chile,"Cloudy in color, with aromas of tree bark, warm earth and murky fruit. Very sweet, with overt yet totally basic berry flavors. Finishes haltingly sweet, with a screechy feel.",Prestige,13,82,Cachapoal Valley,,,El Toqui 2002 Prestige Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-toqui-2002-prestige-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,El Toqui
13,Red,Greece,"Starts off with green, herbal aromas that include spicy pepper, which is echoed on the palate in the form of green peppercorn. The mouthfeel is fine, but the lack of fruit in a wine this young doesn't bode well for the future.",Methistanes,29,82,Greece,,,Dougos 2003 Methistanes Red (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dougos-2003-methistanes-red/,Red Blend,2003,Dougos
14.4,White,US,"The problem here is a lack of fruit. Except for a hint of Chardonnay peaches and cream, you get little beyond alcohol and acidity. But it's a clean wine.",,16,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,De Loach
14.2,White,US,"High in acidity, almost sour despite complete malo, this is a very dry wine, and it's thin in fruity flavor. Will do in a pinch, but you can do better for the money.",,12,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,St. Francis
13.5,Red,US,"Soft, simple and sweet, with cherry jam and mocha flavors that finish sugary, and ample tannins.",,22,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lake Sonoma 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Lake Sonoma
,White,US,Not much going on here besides alcohol and acidity. The fruit is thin and citrusy. A little Viognier adds modest floral notes.,,30,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Krutz 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Krutz
15.4,Red,US,"Dry to the point of rasping, and hot in alcohol, this is not a successful Zin. It's peppery on the finish, and the tannins are tough and astringent.",Clockspring Vineyard,16,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2004 Clockspring Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2004-clockspring-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2004,Amador Foothill Winery
15.3,Red,US,"This single-vineyard wine comes from the Santa Ynez Valley. It's an awkward wine, hot, with raisiny, Porty flavors. It's totally dry.",,26,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,East Valley 2003 Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/east-valley-2003-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2003,East Valley
13.5,Red,US,"Rustic and sharp-edged in the mouth, with jagged tannins and acids, this Zin has a mixture of raisiny, just right, peppery, green fruit flavors. It finishes dry and astringent.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Blackstone 2003 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2003-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Blackstone
14.2,White,US,"Has most of the elements of a fine Monterey Chard. Keen acids and a lively, clean finish stimulate the tastebuds. The problem is a lack of fruit. The wine teases with peaches, then pulls back and fails to deliver.",,16,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Carmel Road 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Carmel Road
12.5,Red,Italy,"Deadpan aromas of cigar and cherry LifeSaver are okay as parts but less than stellar when melded. The palate is candied and lean; not much there. Exceedingly light on the finish, which breaks up quickly. A '98 now? Kind of makes you wonder. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Roccarosso,18,83,Central Italy,Marche,,Sciarra 1998 Roccarosso Red (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sciarra-1998-roccarosso-red-marche/,Red Blend,1998,Sciarra
13,Red,Italy,"Spice and jam get it going, but then it turns more grassy and lean. Cranberry and pie cherry are the lead flavors, and the feel is kind of raw and hard. Almost refreshing in its steeliness, but ultimately it's pretty thin.",,8,83,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,La Pisara 2003 Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pisara-2003-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2003,La Pisara
12,Red,Greece,"Red berry and cinnamon aromas start off this wine, and it has racy red fruit in the mouth. A bit rustic, but nice.",Rubis,10,83,Greece,,,Calliga NV Rubis Agiorgitiko (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calliga-nv-rubis-greek-red-agiorgitiko/,Agiorgitiko,,Calliga
14.8,Red,Australia,"The brand's name refers to a stretch in Langhorne Creek. Has nice nutmeg aromas and moderate plum and berry flavors, but an odd, artificial sweetener-like note is a detraction. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",,15,83,South Australia,South Australia,,9 Mile Road 2004 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/9-mile-road-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2004,9 Mile Road
13.5,Rose,Chile,"Generally speaking, it smells nice. In the mouth, the palate is a touch sugary and swirled with applesauce and berry flavors. Finishes heavy, sweet and round. Good, but unexciting.",Rosé,7,83,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2005 Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2005-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,La Playa
13,Red,Italy,"Nail polish and other sweet, somewhat artificial aromas lead to raspberry flavors. It's a tight, lean wine with more acidity than flesh. A little bit sour but drinkable. Blends Sangiovese, Uva de Troia, Cabernet and Merlot with modest results.",Niró,10,83,Southern Italy,Murgia,,Torre Mascoli 2001 Niró Red (Murgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-mascoli-2001-niro-red-murgia/,Red Blend,2001,Torre Mascoli
14,Red,Chile,"Sulfuric at first, and later it's strawberry and tomato that control the nose. In the mouth, it's sweet and a bit syrupy, with generic black fruit leading the way. Finishes with milk chocolate and a hint of burnt toast and grass.",,11,83,Rapel Valley,,,Confin 2004 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/confin-2004-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2004,Confin
19,Dessert,US,"Very sweet and high in acidity and tannins, this wine's forward black currant and chocolate flavors are easy to take, but the overall mouthfeel and structure are awkward.",Vintage,17,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2003 Vintage Port (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Port,2003,Shenandoah
,White,Italy,"Pretty neutral-smelling, with just hints of Golden Delicious and melon on the nose. But it's a bit bland and light on the palate—a well-made if somewhat innocuous white that finishes clean and crisp.",,11,83,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Santa Sofia 2004  Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2004-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2004,Santa Sofia
13.3,Red,US,"From Robert Pecota, although it doesn't say so on the bottle, this is a very dry, very tannic Merlot, with bitter espresso and dill flavors. It's not offering much opulence now, but could soften and sweeten in a few years.",,19,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Steven André 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-andre-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Steven André
13.8,Red,US,"Easy, tannic and kind of rough, this Cab offers dry, earthy, coffee-infused flavors. The fruit has been de-emphasized, but it still possesses some finesse.",,14,83,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hawk Crest
15,Red,US,"This is a soft, thick Pinot. It's fully dry, but has the texture of jelly, with cooked cherry flavors. Nothing technically wrong, just kind of awkward.",,36,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,East Valley 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/east-valley-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,East Valley
13,Red,Italy,"Hefty and aggressive, with an initial volatile blast that gives way to more traditional barnyardy notes. Shows big but hard plum and blackberry flavors on a tannic palate, while the finish is heavy, earthy and ultimately a touch clumsy. Imported by Oriel Wines.",Palio,15,83,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Oriel 2003 Palio  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2003-palio-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2003,Oriel
14.6,Red,US,"Feels hot and rough on the palate, although the silk is there and so are the cherry and cola flavors typical of the variety. Not going anywhere, so drink now.",,30,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Arger-Martucci 2002 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2002-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2002,Arger-Martucci
,White,US,"Shows the bright acidity and citrus of the appellation, and is clean and dry, but could certainly use more fruity concentration.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Cerro Caliente 2004 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerro-caliente-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Cerro Caliente
,Red,US,"Simple, with cola and candied cherry flavors with a touch of raisins. Finishes hot.",MacGregor Vineyard,18,83,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Windemere 2002 MacGregor Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windemere-2002-macgregor-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Windemere
12.5,Red,Italy,"Warm, baked and a bit vegetal, with soft plum and berry flavors. Herbal throughout, with decent feel but dry, simple flavors. If you don't mind a touch of tomato, this wine will strike a chord. Otherwise, it may not work for you.",Villa Fortuna,9,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Gini 2003 Villa Fortuna  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2003-villa-fortuna-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2003,Gini
13.8,Red,US,"Dry, fruity and rustic in feeling, with edgy tannins and jammy cherry, berry and cocoa flavors, this is a decent everyday sipper.",,14,83,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Hawk Crest
12.9,White,US,"Delicate and light in the mouth, with low alcohol, this clean Riesling has bright Monterey acids. The flavors are a little watery, suggesting peaches, apples and flowers, and the finish is off-dry.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Blackstone 2005 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2005-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2005,Blackstone
12,Red,Greece,"Sometimes translated as “St. George” for the U.S. market, the Agiorgitiko grape can be very grapy when young, as this wine shows. Fine tannins and a mineral streak offer attractive elements, but sweaty notes mar the otherwise fine mixed berry and cola flavors.",,10,83,Peloponnese,,,Lafazanis 2005 St. George (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafazanis-2005-greek-red-st-george-peloponnese/,St. George,2005,Lafazanis
,Red,Italy,"Heavy, with prune, raisin and syrup on the nose. The palate holds onto that sweetness, while the finish is inky and rich. Teeters on being out of balance but holds the line. A chewy, sweet red.",,9,83,Southern Italy,Salento,,La Pisara 2004 Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pisara-2004-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2004,La Pisara
12.5,Red,Italy,"Not entirely convincing up front, where raisin and cranberry aromas are a bit less than commited. Plum, raisin and cough syrup are the primary flavors, with even more raisin lurking on the finish. Extremely tannic; more of a traditional Aglianico.",Vultur,20,83,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Terra dei Rei 2001 Vultur  (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-rei-2001-vultur-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2001,Terra dei Rei
13.4,White,US,"Kind of heavy and dull, with earth and mineral flavors breaking into citrus and green apples. Finishes bone dry and tart in acids. Call it Chablisian.",,32,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13,White,Italy,"Catches your eye with its brassy hue, and also makes its mark with an overtly sweet nose of peach blossom and melon. In the mouth, however, it struggles a bit, offering cider and melon flavors on a soft, rather punchless palate.",,13,83,Central Italy,Umbria,,Podere il Caio 2004 Grechetto (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-il-caio-2004-italian-white-grechetto-umbria/,Grechetto,2004,Podere il Caio
13,Red,Chile,"Heavily roasted aromas of popcorn and hot earth eventually yield to coffee but never unmask much fruit. The palate does carry some plum and berry, but the acid level seems elevated. Aloof and hard to process. Seventy percent Cabernet Sauvignon with 30% Carmenère.",Alto Vuelo,13,83,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2004 Alto Vuelo Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2004-alto-vuelo-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-casablanca-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2004,William Cole
12.5,White,US,"Semi-sweet in vanilla, honeysuckle and peach fruit, with decent acidity, this wine is a blend of Santa Ynez Valley and Monterey County.",Vineyard Select,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Firestone 2005 Vineyard Select Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2005-vineyard-select-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2005,Firestone
12,Red,Italy,"After scoring big in 2003, this vintage seems heavy and candied, with a bit too much red licorice and raisin. Throughout it seems weighty and dull, as if the acidity got lost in transit. Not bad but more clumsy and chunky than desirable.",Villa di Campobello,10,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Campobello 2004 Villa di Campobello  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campobello-2004-villa-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Campobello
13.8,White,US,"This is a new line of fairly low-priced varieties from this venerable Napa winery. The Chardonnay, made from very ripe grapes, is good and rich in creamy fruit, with balancing acidity.",R Collection,13,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Raymond 2004 R Collection Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2004-r-collection-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Raymond
13.5,Red,Chile,"More leafy and herbal than dense and lush. But in the middle somewhere there's raspberry, cherry, carob and spice. Finishes with an equal mix of candy and green. Good mouthfeel is a plus.",Reserva,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Santa Carolina
13.8,Red,Chile,"Starts out with aromas of wet leaves but the balancing element is solid red fruit. The palate pours on the cherries, bolstered by heavy tannins, while the finish deals raspberry tinges atop vanilla. Disjointed, but with positive touches.",Sophia Gran Reserva,15,84,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2003 Sophia Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2003-sophia-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,San Nicolas
15.8,Red,US,"At 15.8% alcohol and observable sweetness, we really are talking Port here. It's a good wine, rich and clean and loaded with chocolate and cherry fruit, but is clearly not a dry table wine.",ReZerve,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Shenandoah 2003 ReZerve Primitivo (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2003-rezerve-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Primitivo,2003,Shenandoah
12.5,Red,Italy,"A lot of wood results in a bouquet that's heavy on the spice, sandalwood and clove but short on fruit. The palate offers medium-weight plum and tomato flavors, while the finish is chocolaty and clumsy, with a bit too much cream and thickness. As a whole it's awkward.",Biagio Riserva,12,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Castellani 2001 Biagio Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-2001-biagio-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2001,Castellani
13.5,Red,Chile,"Aromatically, it's light, with leafiness and citrus peel scents. Cherry, cassis and olive flavors float on a bed of firm tannins, while the finish is toasty and slightly medicinal.",Reserva,9,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Calina 2002 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2002-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Calina
14.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas that start off as dense and fruitcake-y take on a candied grapiness with air. On the palate, moderate blackberry and plum flavors are masked by a flat woodiness. Imported by Old Bridge Cellars.",Siblings,20,84,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2002 Siblings Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2002-siblings-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2002,Leeuwin Estate
13.9,White,US,"No oak here, so what you get is upfront acidity that makes for a direct, tart mouthfeel that frames lime, apple and peach flavors veering into pineapples. This is a simple, clean wine.",Unoaked,17,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Hendry
13.8,White,US,"Here's a good, everyday Chard with plenty of fruit and cream flavor and a tangy, crisp mouthfeel. It does the California Chard thing at a fair price. From Stag's Leap Wine Cellars.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Hawk Crest
15.5,Red,Australia,"Good wine, one that stays the brown-earthy-tobacco-y camp rather than the sweet, forward one. Moderate plum fruit is its base; not too long on the finish. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",Drought Reserve,30,84,New South Wales,Western Plains,,Canonbah Bridge 2002 Drought Reserve Shiraz (Western Plains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canonbah-bridge-2002-drought-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-plains/,Shiraz,2002,Canonbah Bridge
,Red,Chile,"Supple and round, this is an easy-drinking Merlot with defined varietal character. It's slightly herbal on the nose, then adds mocha notes to the black cherry and plum flavors that turn a bit crisp.",El Delirio,12,84,Central Valley,,,Botalcura 2004 El Delirio Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2004-el-delirio-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2004,Botalcura
13.5,Red,US,"Weddings and block parties come to mind with this wine. At this price, it's perfect for satisfying large numbers of folks when all they need is a dry, clean, full-bodied, fruity red to wash down everything from fried chicken to BBQ.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-zinfandel-california-57079/,Zinfandel,,Barefoot Cellars
14.6,Red,US,"Strikes a nice balance of its parts, although it can't quite overcome its rustic nature. Dry and quite tannic, this Zin shows berry flavors with overtones of earth, coffee and tobacco.",Angeline,14,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Martin Ray 2004 Angeline Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2004-angeline-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Martin Ray
13,White,US,"Simple and off-dry, with all sorts of fruity, flowery and spicy flavors, this wine shows off high, crisp Monterey acidity, which makes it finish clean. The alcohol is a comfortable 13%.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 2004 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2004-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2004,Mirassou
,White,Italy,"Acacia flowers, honey, kiwi, grapefruit and honey appear on the nose and are followed by flavors of green apple and peach. The wine is medium-bodied and somewhat flat.",,10,84,Southern Italy,Sannio,,La Guardiense 2003 Greco (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardiense-2003-italian-white-greco-sannio/,Greco,2003,La Guardiense
12,White,Greece,"A blend of Roditis and Moschofilero, this wine has nice aromas of grapefruit, pineapple and honeysuckle. Crisp and dry in the mouth, the honeysuckle continues with added citrus. An enjoyable summer quaff.",White,8,84,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2005 White White (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2005-white-peloponnese/,White Blend,2005,Skouras
12.5,Red,Greece,"Fuller-bodied than many Agiorgitikos, this has tart, mixed berry flavors with cinnamon and spice on the nose. A bit rustic, but nobody will mind the strawberry-flavored finish.",Saint George,13,84,Nemea,,,Skouras 2003 Saint George Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2003-saint-george-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2003,Skouras
14.5,Red,US,"It doesn't look like any grapes actually came from the Santa Lucia Highlands, so don't be fooled. The wine is dry and earthy, with strong tannins, puckery acids and bitter coffee flavors relieved by a dash of blackberry.",Lucia Range Ranches,15,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Estancia 2003 Lucia Range Ranches Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2003-lucia-range-ranches-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Estancia
16,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the Santa Ynez Valley. The wine is dry, and offers some complexity with firm tannins and espresso, blackberry, lavender and peper flavors. There's a rustic edge, including a hot finish, that lowers the score.",Ambassador's Vineyard,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2003 Ambassador's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2003-ambassadors-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Curtis
12.6,Red,Italy,"The lead aromas of red fruit register a bit herbal, while the palate runs a touch darker, offering berry and plum flavors. Fairly full and solid in the mouth, with a modicum of lushness.",,11,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Ecco Domani 2004  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecco-domani-2004-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Ecco Domani
18,Dessert,US,"If you can get past the hard, faux-wax plastic seal, you'll find a sweetish wine, with peaches and cream flavors, and a spicy, honeyed finish.",Baci di Famiglia Chardonnay Port,28,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,VJB NV Baci di Famiglia Chardonnay Port Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-nv-baci-famiglia-chardonnay-port-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,,VJB
,White,Chile,"An ambitious wine that's largely (70%) aged in barrel for seven or eight months, this shows plenty of oak flavor and ample weight, but lacks the freshness and vibrancy of the less expensive bottlings. Caramel, toast and sweet corn notes make up the majority of the flavor profile.",La Porfia Grand Reserve,20,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Botalcura 2004 La Porfia Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2004-porfia-grand-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Botalcura
15,Red,US,"This Syrah-Grenache blend is from one of the Sierra Foothills' better appellations. It's a rustic, simple wine, jammy on the finish, with cherry pie flavors and a rich mouthfeel.",Katie's Cote,18,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2004 Katie's Cote Red (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2004-katies-cote-red-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Amador Foothill Winery
13.8,Red,US,"Totally dry, with harsh tannins that lock down the palate and last through an astringent finish, this is an unsatisfying wine that makes you wonder if it will age. It may do interesting things over the next five years, but it's a big roll of the dice.",Reserve,24,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 2003 Reserve Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Bridlewood
12,Red,Italy,"Exhibits touches of grilled meat, burnt grass and red fruits on the nose. Next in line is a snappy palate of crisp cherry and red plum. Not hard and sour, but it is austere. Good in its own way.",,10,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Casa di Rocco 2004  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rocco-2004-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Casa di Rocco
13.9,Rose,US,"Made from Cab Sauvignon and Zin, this is pretty full-bodied for a rosé, with jammy raspberry and cherry pie filling and spice flavors. It's basically dry, with a honeyed finish.",,13,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2005 Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2005-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2005,Hendry
13.6,White,US,"A bit simple, but bone dry and very clean, with zesty acidity that frames keen flavors of pink grapefruit. This is a good choice for a cocktail style wine if you're on a budget and have a crowd to entertain.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Meridian 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Meridian
11.5,White,Chile,"Citrus and mineral on the proportioned nose is a solid opening. Peach and green apple flavors are solid, while the feel is zesty if a bit narrow and acidic. Finishes with oomph and clarity.",,11,84,Rapel Valley,,,Confin 2005 Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/confin-2005-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Confin
13.7,White,Greece,"Butterscotch, baked apple and holiday spice aromas hint at the presence of oak, while the palate confirms it. Vanilla and toast flavors hide an undercurrent of pleasant musk in this medium-bodied wine. Finishes with good acidity.",Assyrtiko,22,84,Gerania,,,Domaine Evharis 2004 Assyrtiko Assyrtico (Gerania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-evharis-2004-assyrtiko-greek-white-assyrtico-gerania/,Assyrtico,2004,Domaine Evharis
12.5,Red,Italy,"Almost stewy but not totally over the top. The nose offers more earth and oak than brightness, while the palate is herb-infused, with berry and tomato. Fairly classic in style, but not as fresh as desirable.",,20,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Toscolo 2003  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscolo-2003-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2003,Toscolo
13,Red,Italy,"Rubbery berry aromas accompany notes of smoke and leather. The palate is medium in weight but fairly robust in terms of acidity. And the cherry, plum and berry flavors are good yet common. Middle-of-the-road red wine meant for pizza and pasta.",,11,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Spalletti 2004  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spalletti-2004-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Spalletti
13.5,White,Australia,"Has golden aromas and flavors—think golden apples and raisins. It's not very lively in the mouth, but is a fine, everyday white. A blend of Verdelho, Viognier, Sauvignon and Riesling.",Buzz Cut,14,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Shoofly 2004 Buzz Cut White (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shoofly-2004-buzz-cut-white-south-eastern/,White Blend,2004,Shoofly
13,Red,Greece,"Young flavors of grape, clay and mineral have a touch of spice, while thyme is apparent on the nose. A food wine that calls for creamy pasta dishes to match the high acidity.",Paranga,13,84,Vin de Pays de Macédoine,,,Kir-Yianni 2004 Paranga Red (Vin de Pays de Macédoine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kir-yianni-2004-paranga-red-vin-pays-macedoine/,Red Blend,2004,Kir-Yianni
12.8,White,Australia,"Doesn't show much on the nose, but has modest mineral and peach pit flavors on the palate. Wide and round; this is a good wine, but not a particularly acidic or flavorful one.",,20,84,Victoria,Victoria,,Mount Langi Ghiran 2004 Pinot Gris (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-langi-ghiran-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-victoria/,Pinot Gris,2004,Mount Langi Ghiran
16.1,Red,US,"There's lots of harsh acidity and tannins in this Pinot, which makes it tough at this time. It's a scoury, astringent wine and the best it can offer is a very dry, acidic rosehip tea flavor. Will it age? It's anyone's guess, but I'd say no.",Ashley's Vineyard,50,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2004 Ashley's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2004-ashleys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Fess Parker
13.5,White,Australia,"Blending Riesling, Sauvignon, Marsanne and Roussanne in this case yields a white with cushy, soft aromas (like white chocolate), and light flavors of peach and olive oil. Not a lively, acidic wine, but fine for an everyday quaff. 15,000 cases produced.",The Stump Jump,10,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2005 The Stump Jump White (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2005-stump-jump-white-mclaren-vale/,White Blend,2005,D'Arenberg
,White,US,"Clean, dry and crisp in acidity, this wine has citrus and fig flavors, with an edge of tangy gooseberry. It's nice and elegant, but finishes a little thin.",Marino Vineyard,22,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Crinella 2004 Marino Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crinella-2004-marino-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Crinella
12.5,White,Italy,This wine falls somewhat flat in terms of intensity and delivers an apple-cider aroma that overshadows other more delicate fruit notes. Zesty and lean in the mouth.,Funtanaliras,19,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Gallura,,Cantina del Vermentino 2004 Funtanaliras  (Vermentino di Gallura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-vermentino-2004-funtanaliras-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-gallura/,Vermentino,2004,Cantina del Vermentino
12.5,White,Italy,"Made from a little-known grape that delivers tomato leaf, chopped parsley, ripe melon and generous honey on the nose. It's not a structured or complex wine but does leave a soothing trail of melted honey at the back of the mouth.",Savardo,10,84,Veneto,Breganze,,Cantina Beato Bartolomeo 2004 Savardo Vespaiolo (Breganze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-beato-bartolomeo-2004-savardo-italian-white-vespaiolo-breganze/,Vespaiolo,2004,Cantina Beato Bartolomeo
11.5,White,Italy,High in residual sugar this is a sweet white that is almost too generous with its notes of exotic fruit and candied peach. Beyond those obvious tones is an interesting aromatic layer of vanilla and crème caramel.,Amabile,9,84,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico,,Bigi 2003 Amabile  (Orvieto Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bigi-2003-amabile-white-orvieto-classico/,White Blend,2003,Bigi
,Red,US,"Too raw and acidic for me, with jammy blackberry and cherry flavors, this Pinot unsuccessfully tries to make up in power what it lacks in finesse. It's a good wine, but a disappointment given the lineage, which stems directly from Caymus.",Clark & Telephone Vineyard,38,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Belle Glos 2004 Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2004-clark-telephone-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Belle Glos
12.5,White,Australia,"Clean, with white stone fruit flavors and light grass and white pepper aromas. A good, everyday Riesling, but doesn't have quite the snap and verve that this value wine usually does.",,14,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2005 Riesling (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2005-riesling-coonawarra/,Riesling,2005,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,White,US,"Here's a nice, clean Chardonnay whose best features are dryness and a rich coating of oak. The flavors veer toward peaches, apples and pineapples, along with a distinct spiciness and a bracing streak of minerality.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,William Hill Estate
13,White,US,"Fans of oak and fruity tropical flavors will appreciate the price on this well-organized, everyday Chard. It shows pineapple custard, vanilla yogurt and cinnamon spice flavors wrapped into a dry, creamy texture set off by high acidity.",Barrel Reserve,10,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. George 2004 Barrel Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-george-2004-barrel-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county-57133/,Chardonnay,2004,St. George
12.5,Red,Italy,"Opens with light berry aromas that are similar to raspberry and strawberry. It's tangy in the mouth, with red plum and raspberry controlling the board. Shows hints of vanilla and brown sugar on the snappy finish. More racy than rich.",Poggio al Casone,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Poggio al Casone 2002 Poggio al Casone  (Chianti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-casone-2002-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2002,Poggio al Casone
12,Red,Italy,"Light, fresh and clean as a whistle. Here's an easygoing Chianti that pushes red-fruit aromas toward a palate that's zesty and full of crisp cherry and raspberry flavors. Some might find it too tangy and racy; but if you like a leaner version of red wine it will do the trick.",Angelicus,9,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Scopetani 2004 Angelicus  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2004-angelicus-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Scopetani
13.5,White,US,"Smells citrusy like a Sauvignon Blanc, but once in the mouth, wham! All those fruits and flowers erupt in a cascade of peaches, apricots, pineapples and honeysuckle. The wine is rich in acidity, and dryish, with a finish that's long in fruity essence.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,McManis 2005 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2005-viognier-other/,Viognier,2005,McManis
13,Red,Greece,"If you could coat purple grapes in peanut dust, you would know what this wine smells like. A strong minerally-clay element runs through the wine, joined by purple fruit flavor and hickory smoke. Solid tannins and a smooth feel round it out.",Agiorgitiko (St. George),14,85,Peloponnese,,,Palivou 2005 Agiorgitiko (St. George) Agiorgitiko (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palivou-2005-agiorgitiko-st-george-greek-red-agiorgitiko-peloponnese/,Agiorgitiko,2005,Palivou
14.7,White,US,"The winery specializes in single-vineyard wines, and this is certainly a unique Chardonnay, but it's not an opulent one. On the contrary, it's flinty, acidic and raspingly dry, which makes one think it was picked early. It's almost like a Sauvignon Blanc, with its puckery lemon flavors.",Searby Vineyard,40,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nickel & Nickel 2004 Searby Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2004-searby-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Nickel & Nickel
13.8,White,US,"Little or no oak masks the citrus, tart green apple and spicy fig flavors in this very dry, likeable wine. Tastes like it has lots of cool coastal grapes in it, to judge from the crisp acids that make it so clean.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Meridian 2005 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Meridian
,White,US,"This is a nice, easy-to-like PG. It's crisp in acidity, with forward melon, lemon and lime, and date flavors, and while it's dry, it finishes with a honeyed sweetness. Try with avocado and crab salad or a rich baked ham.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Cerro Caliente 2005 Pinot Grigio (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerro-caliente-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Cerro Caliente
12.5,White,Greece,"Not a standout wine, but solid, with flavors of baked apple and holiday spice. Dry, with citrusy acids, and a crisp finish, this wine is suitable for oily fish served in the Greek way: grilled with olive oil and lemon.",Atlantis,16,85,Santorini,,,Argyros 2004 Atlantis White (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyros-2004-atlantis-white-santorini/,White Blend,2004,Argyros
12,Red,Greece,"This wine has a simple mouthfeel, but plump cherry flavors make up for it. Herbal notes and aromas of cola and green bean keep it from being too straightforward.",Danielis,10,85,Greece,,,Achaia Clauss NV Danielis Agiorgitiko (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaia-clauss-nv-danielis-greek-red-agiorgitiko/,Agiorgitiko,,Achaia Clauss
12.5,White,US,"Dry, high in acidity nd fiercely clean all the way through the finish, this PG is fruitier than you might expect. Small amounts of Riesling and Tocai Friulano lend flowery citrus notes. The alcohol is a refreshingly low 12.5%.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Blackstone 2005 Pinot Grigio (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Blackstone
,Red,US,"Smells fresh and invigorating, but in the mouth it has raisiny flavors. This is a young Pinot, rich in acids and tannins, but that overripe quality limits ageability and makes the wine a bit one-dimensional. Drink now.",Taylor Lane Vineyard,50,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Belle Glos 2004 Taylor Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2004-taylor-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Belle Glos
12.5,Red,Greece,"Cinnamon, spice and red berry aromas are touched with coffee. Light flavors of root beer and red berry meet hints of spice. Structured for easy drinking with a smooth cola finish, this is a wine you could chill a bit and have with smoked meats.",Red,9,85,Nemea,,,Kouros 2003 Red Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kouros-2003-red-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2003,Kouros
13,White,US,"Showcases a distinctive approach to Chenin that Clarksburg practically owns, which is to say, very dry, very acidic to the point of sour, with a flavor of grapefruit zest and tamarind seed. It's a simple but wholesome wine, and fills an important niche in California whites.",Chard No Way,10,85,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Vinum Cellars 2005 Chard No Way Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2005-chard-no-way-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Vinum Cellars
11.5,White,Italy,"This is a simple, lean white but one done well. The flavors run toward citrus and pineapple and the finish is crisp, almost sharp, with scouring acidity. Best by the glass, nicely chilled, with an oyster or chunk of calamari.",Secco,10,85,Central Italy,Est! Est!! Est!!! di Montefiascone,,Cantina di Montefiascone 2004 Secco White (Est! Est!! Est!!! di Montefiascone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-montefiascone-2004-secco-white-est-est-est-montefiascone/,White Blend,2004,Cantina di Montefiascone
13.5,White,Greece,"The shy nose hints at plantain, caramel, peach pith and a touch of diesel. The palate follows through with tropical fruit and citrus pith, again with diesel. A very nice wine, only missing some midpalate heft to fully complete the picture.",Kallisti,24,85,Santorini,,,Boutari 2004 Kallisti Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2004-kallisti-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2004,Boutari
,White,US,"At three years, this Chard is losing some freshness, and is picking up a dried peach and apricot flavor. It's also softening, which emphasizes the creaminess. It's best to pop the cork on this dry wine now.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2003 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Perbacco Cellars
14.4,Red,US,"From hottish Paso, a Cab that's ultrasoft in acids, although there are some firm tannins. Easily worth the price for the smooth chocolate, coffee and blackberry pudding flavors that finish absolutely dry.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grayson 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Grayson
13.8,Red,US,"Tough in tannins, which added to the extreme dryness and earthiness makes the wine astringent, so you'll want to pair it with something rich. It has an underlying classy elegance that lifts it above the ordinary.",R Collection,14,85,California,California Other,California,Raymond 2003 R Collection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2003-r-collection-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Raymond
14.9,Red,US,"Intense in raspberry, cherry and blackberry flavors that have a chocolaty edge, this wine also has some raisiny tastes suggesting shriveled or superripe berries, but it maintains essential dryness. It's a big, rustic, expressive Zin that calls for similar fare.",Old Vines,13,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2004 Old Vines Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2004-old-vines-zinfandel-amador-county-57181/,Zinfandel,2004,Sobon Estate
12,Red,Greece,"A Beaujolais-like nose of raspberry and clay leads to a fruity wine with blueberry and raspberry and a streak of minerality. Only 5% Cabernet, it has a medium-full body supported by good tannins, finishing with tart red fruit.",Saint George-Cabernet Sauvignon,8,85,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2004 Saint George-Cabernet Sauvignon Agiorgitiko (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2004-saint-george-cabernet-sauvignon-greek-red-agiorgitiko-peloponnese/,Agiorgitiko,2004,Skouras
14.3,Red,US,"Good fruit here, rich in black currant, coffee and spice flavors, with an edge of mint and herbs. The wine is a bit sharp in acids, and bone dry, with good grip. Should soften with a year or two of age.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Valley of the Moon
12.5,White,Italy,"Matured only in stainless steel, this is a fresh and citrusy wine with aromas of lavender honey, cut grass and almond paste. There's a sour note on the finish that offsets an otherwise pretty picture.",Villa Bianchi,10,85,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore,,Umani Ronchi 2004 Villa Bianchi  (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2004-villa-bianchi-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico-superiore/,Verdicchio,2004,Umani Ronchi
12,White,Italy,"There's a soapy-floral quality to this wine that is reminiscent of honeycomb, honeysuckle and ripe peach. Thick and consistent in the glass, the wine has a creamy feel and some sourness on the finale.",,11,85,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico,,Cecchi 2004  Orvieto Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-2004-italian-white-trebbiano-orvieto-classico/,Trebbiano,2004,Cecchi
13,White,Italy,"A lighter, shimmying style of Vernaccia, complete with tropical aromas of pineapple, mango and acacia. Stays light and crystallized through the palate, with fresh cantaloupe and mango flavors. Good but short on stuffing.",,13,85,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Castello Montaúto 2004  Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-montauto-2004-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,2004,Castello Montaúto
13.5,Red,Chile,"Hard rubber, wood smoke and tobacco along with dark fruit is what you draw from the bouquet. Fairly standardfare raspberry and strawberry flavors work the palate, which is generally healthy and well balanced. Shows a touch of green toward the finish, but not enough to significantly hurt it.",Maigo Reserve,11,85,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2003 Maigo Reserve Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2003-maigo-reserve-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2003,San Nicolas
,White,US,"Tart and minerally, this high-acid Chard has green apple pie flavors, sprinkled with cinnamon and nutmeg. It's bone dry, an angular, somewhat lean wine that needs food to show what it can do. Try with grilled salmon.",Behler Reserve,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2004 Behler Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2004-behler-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,St. Francis
14.5,White,US,"Drinks kind of hard and raw now, a very dry, tannic wine. You'll find pretty flavors of blackberries and cherries, but it seems to need time to throw some sediment and chill. Try holding for a few years.",,25,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Duncan Peak 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duncan-peak-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Duncan Peak
13.8,Red,US,"From the winery's estate vineyard, in a cooler part of the valley south of Stags Leap, comes this dry, tannic, full-bodied wine. Far from a jammy monster, it has a bell pepper earthiness in addition to cherries and blackberries, and could develop some bottle complexities in a few years.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,William Hill Estate
,Red,Austria,"Aged for 8 months in large barrels, this wine relies on its simple, juicy fruit. It has red fruit flavors, soft, fresh and ripe.",,,85,Neusiedlersee-Hügelland,,,Ernst Triebaumer 2004 Blaufränkisch (Neusiedlersee-Hügelland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-triebaumer-2004-other-red-blaufrankisch-neusiedlersee-hugelland/,Blaufränkisch,2004,Ernst Triebaumer
13,Red,Greece,"Although the oak in this wine has settled, it still coats the mouth with a smooth film. Grape, clay and barnyard aromas lead the way, with more barnyard and berry fruit flavors following. Drink up.",Cava Amethystos,30,85,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2001 Cava Amethystos Cabernet Sauvignon (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2001-cava-amethystos-cabernet-sauvignon-drama/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Domaine Costa Lazaridi
14.7,Red,US,"Like the winery's reserve 2003 Syrah, this is a raspingly dry, tannic wine that offers little pleasure now. It has greater alance, though, and a stronger fruit core. Might soften and sweeten over the next five years.",Estate,40,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Bridlewood 2002 Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2002-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2002,Bridlewood
,White,Chile,"A clean, crisp Sauvignon Blanc that won't break the bank, combining bright gooseberry and passion fruit notes in a reasonable facsimile of the Marlborough style. Plump and fruity on the midpalate, then turns crisp on the relatively short finish.",El Delirio,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Botalcura 2005 El Delirio Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2005-el-delirio-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Botalcura
,Red,Chile,"From what may be Chile's trickiest grape to get just right, this is an admirable offering. Some of the variety's tomato leaf and herb notes are evident, but there's also plenty of plum and blackberry fruit to provide balance. Medium-bodied, framed by slightly rustic tannins on the finish.",La Porfia Grand Reserve,20,85,Curicó Valley,,,Botalcura 2003 La Porfia Grand Reserve Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2003-porfia-grand-reserve-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Botalcura
12,Red,Italy,"More round and chunky than its same-class brethren, with earthy plum aromas. The palate leads with cherry and plum before dispensing cola. Very standard for Chianti but made well.",,15,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Bootleg 2004  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bootleg-2004-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Bootleg
,White,Austria,"There's no need to think about this delicious, crisp blend of Welschriesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Grüner Veltliner—just drink it. It's a light, fresh and easy thirst quencher.",WB Wieninger Blend,11,85,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2005 WB Wieninger Blend White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2005-wb-wieninger-blend-white-vienna/,White Blend,2005,Wieninger
14.2,White,US,"Stimulatingly fresh and clean, this polished SB benefits from crisp acidity provoked by its cool growing region. The flavors are of figs, citrus fruits and nectarines, but they could be a bit more focused.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,White Oak
14.9,Red,US,"This wine is dominated by acids and tannins that numb the mouth, although the blackberry and cherry flavors are so ripely powerful, they come through unscathed. Feels rustic now, but it's thoroughly dry, and could be more interesting in a year or two.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,East Valley 2002 Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/east-valley-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2002,East Valley
14.5,White,US,"Entirely made in stainless steel, this is a fresh tasting, vibrant young wine. It has zingy acids, and forward flavors of citrus fruits, melons and white pepper. This dry wine is nice as an apéritif.",,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2005 Pinot Gris (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-napa-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Hendry
14,Red,Chile,"This wine boasts boutique roots in the Maipo Valley, but the label doesn't tell us what roots exactly. In the glass, look for angular aromas and spice more than discernible fruit, followed by cherry and cola flavors that end in menthol and chocolate. Quite big and sweet; has its good as well as strange moments. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",King Special Selection,30,85,Maipo Valley,,,Pengwine 2004 King Special Selection Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pengwine-2004-king-special-selection-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Pengwine
14.3,Red,US,"Sometimes all you need is a nice, inexpensive Merlot to go with that steak, and this is a good one. It's dry and fruity, a little rough around the edges, with rich berry-cherry flavors and a full, complete mouthfeel.",,12,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pavilion 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Pavilion
14,Red,Chile,"Firm, a touch rubbery, and quite full-bodied, with earthy aromas of coffee and black fruits. Cassis and berry are the primary flavors, while the saturated palate is chewy and dense. Runs a touch toward sweet and syrupy, but holds the line.",,11,85,Rapel Valley,,,Confin 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/confin-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Confin
15.7,Red,US,"A thick, young, closed wine with a soft, cloying texture, and jammy fruit and sugared coffee flavors. It's also hot. Might age.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,52,82,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Rideau 2004 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-sanford-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rideau
14.4,Red,US,"Almost everything about this is nice, from the smooth, rich tannins to the clean acidity and the ripe, forward berry, coffee and spice flavors. The only gripe is the sugary sweet finish that makes it almost a dessert wine.",Nova Vineyard,20,82,California,Lake County,Lake County,X 2003 Nova Vineyard Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2003-nova-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,2003,X
14.8,Red,US,"Tastes both ripe and unripe at the same time, with the prime feature being a tart acidity that makes the palate burn. The flavors are of raisins and mint, and the finish is dry.",Heart Arrow Ranch,35,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Martella 2003 Heart Arrow Ranch Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martella-2003-heart-arrow-ranch-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2003,Martella
13.9,White,US,"Estancia owns some impressive vineyards in the Pinnacles region, but you'd never know it from this wine. It's watery, tasting of alcohol and acidity.",Pinnacles Ranches,12,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Estancia 2004 Pinnacles Ranches Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2004-pinnacles-ranches-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Estancia
12,Red,Greece,"Rosy color hints at the lightness of this wine, while sweet red fruit and spice flavors pair with gym bag aromas.",Demestica Red,9,81,Greece,,,Achaia Clauss NV Demestica Red Agiorgitiko (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaia-clauss-nv-demestica-red-greek-red-agiorgitiko/,Agiorgitiko,,Achaia Clauss
13.5,Red,Australia,"“Wine for a new world” says the wine's tagline; it offers orange-y, berry aromas and flimsy cranberry-plum flavors. Not structured or deep. Imported by Robant.",,8,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Broken Earth 2004 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broken-earth-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Broken Earth
12,Red,Greece,"Starts off simple and stays that way, with dark berry flavor and a strange grassy note.",Vin de Crete Red,8,80,Crete,,,Kourtaki 2003 Vin de Crete Red Red (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kourtaki-2003-vin-crete-red-crete/,Red Blend,2003,Kourtaki
15.6,Red,US,"From the winery's estate vineyard, high up on Pritchard Hill above the Silverado Trail, comes this spectacular Cab-based masterpiece. The color is purple-black, and massively saturated. Very intricate, complex, totally enjoyable, almost perfect. Like a great Pauillac, this monumental wine announces cassis, blackberry, cigar box, pencil lead, spice and cedar flavors that go on and on. Very tannic, but so beautiful, and amazingly rich. Decant if you're drinking now, or open anytime through 2020.",IX Estate Red Wine,175,98,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Colgin 2003 IX Estate Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colgin-2003-ix-estate-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Colgin
14.2,Red,US,"Some great Cabs are drinkable when young, while others require patience. This is the latter sort. It's a tough, young wine, dominated by dusty tannins leading to an astringent finish. But it's incredibly fine, showing a balance and grace rare even in Napa Valley. As it warms up and breathes in the glass, it gets even better, giving tantalizing hints of ripe cassis and cherries that now are buried. You could open it now, after decanting, but it should begin to blossom in 2008, and will improve for many years.",Reserve,100,97,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2002 Reserve Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2002-reserve-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Red Blend,2002,Von Strasser
14.1,Red,US,"A masterpiece from this near perfect vintage. Completely ripe, classic and fresh, with oodles of red cherry and blackcurrant flavors that are generously oaked. Amazingly, the wine is still young and tannic. So beautifully structured, so smooth and polished, firm yet soft, just a gorgeous wine. Hold onto it until at least 2012, if you can.",Rubicon,100,97,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 1997 Rubicon Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-1997-rubicon-red-napa-rutherford/,Red Blend,1997,Niebaum-Coppola
14.9,Red,US,"The name refers to Shafer discontinuing this wine, which is 92% Sangiovese, with the balance Cabernet. Sangiovese, it seems, doesn't sell. What a pity, because it's one of the best super Tuscan wines in California. The '03 is extraordinarily rich and complex, a fruit-forward wine but no bomb. It's controlled in every respect. Some of us will miss it.",Last Chance Firebreak,42,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2003 Last Chance Firebreak Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2003-last-chance-firebreak-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Shafer
13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a knockout wine from one of Italy's most talented enologists, Riccardo Cotarella, that delivers classic Cabernet green notes followed by bursting tones of blackberry, tobacco, toasted coconut flakes, apple pie crust and even some distant hints of black licorice. The aromatic complexity is stellar and so is the velvety mouthfeel; a genuine crowd pleaser.",Marciliano,50,93,Central Italy,Umbria,,Falesco 2003 Marciliano Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falesco-2003-marciliano-red-umbria/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Falesco
14.3,Red,US,"The wine is 100% Cabernet, sourced from a vineyard in the Mayacamas. It's very tannic and dry at this point. Such is the massive fruit core, of cassis and cherries, and the overall balance, that the wine must age well, even though it has no history of doing so. Hold until 2010 and try again.",Brigden Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Owl Ridge 2003 Brigden Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owl-ridge-2003-brigden-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Owl Ridge
13.5,Red,Italy,"Talk about a nose that announces what's to come: coffee, licorice, dark spice and sensual black-fruit aromas all indicate richness and modernity. Very much a 21st-century wine in that it pours on those ripe, extracted, lush characteristics. Soft but balanced; it's 90% Sangiovese with 10% Cabernet.",Poggiassai,40,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Chigi Saracini 2001 Poggiassai Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chigi-saracini-2001-poggiassai-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Chigi Saracini
14.5,Red,US,"Earthy, with cherry pie filling, cola, rhubarb, nutmeg and cinnamon flavors. This dry wine is a little soft and one-dimensional, but has a silky mouthfeel.",Ulises Valdez Vineyard,42,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mi Sueño 2004 Ulises Valdez Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2004-ulises-valdez-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Mi Sueño
12.5,Red,US,"Simple and a little hot, with baked cherry pie and raisin flavors, this country-style wine finishes dry, with an espresso bitterness.",,16,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Harmony Cellars 2003 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmony-cellars-2003-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2003,Harmony Cellars
12.5,White,Greece,"A straightforward Chardonnay, with citrus and white stone fruit flavors placed in a round, low-acid wine. Won't offend, nor will it excite.",Château Julia,15,83,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2005 Château Julia Chardonnay (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2005-chateau-julia-chardonnay-drama/,Chardonnay,2005,Domaine Costa Lazaridi
12.5,Red,Italy,"Light and leafy to begin with, while time unleashes touches of smoke, cooked meat and even some sea foam. The palate skips to the beat of strawberry, while the slim finish is juicy and medium in length. A solid but standard everyman's red.",,9,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Folonari 2004  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folonari-2004-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Folonari
13,Rose,US,"Seems lighter and thinner than in previous vintages, a bone-dry, high-acid wine that just barely suggests fruit. All the pieces are there for a nice rosé, except for that watery finish.",Vin Gris de Cigare,12,83,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 2005 Vin Gris de Cigare Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2005-vin-gris-cigare-rose-other/,Rosé,2005,Bonny Doon
13,Red,US,"Hot and rustic, but clean, with earth, coffee and berry flavors and strong tannins. Drink this dry, tart wine with simple picnic foods, like pizza and cheeseburgers.",Lucca Red Wine,10,83,California,California Other,California,Mosby NV Lucca Red Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-nv-lucca-red-wine-other/,Red Blend,,Mosby
13,Red,Italy,"Somewhat spicy but also a bit stewed, so it's odd that it's racy on the palate, with cherry and raspberry flavors. Goes down acidic, so it makes a statement. Touches of root beer and cola help it along.",Riserva,9,84,Southern Italy,Copertino,,Rampoldi 2000 Riserva Negroamaro (Copertino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rampoldi-2000-riserva-italian-red-negroamaro-copertino/,Negroamaro,2000,Rampoldi
14.2,White,US,"Showing plenty of zesty acidity, this dry Chard has modest flavors of peaches and pineapples, wrapped into a creamy texture. It finishes quick and clean.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Paraiso Vineyards
13,Red,Greece,"Mineral and citrus flavors zip through the mouth, picking up some peach along the way. The acidity in this wine takes some time to show, but does make its presence felt, leaving a short, grippy finish.",Assyrtico,17,84,Santorini,,,Orphanos 2005 Assyrtico Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orphanos-2005-assyrtico-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2005,Orphanos
14.8,White,US,"This is a clean, dry earthy, acidic wine, but it's a little thin in fruit, and lovers of Viognier's opulence will be disappointed, despite the elegance. The flavors veer toward lemon zest and minerals.",,25,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arger-Martucci 2004 Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2004-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2004,Arger-Martucci
13,Red,Greece,"Green herbs add some complexity to this dark wine, giving life to red fruit flavors and berry aromas. Full and dusty in the mouth, with dry tannins and a nice finish, this is a new age Greek blend, incorporating indigenous Xinomavro and Maschomavro with Cab and Merlot.",Red,28,85,Vin de Pays de Velvendo,,,Ktima Voyatzi 2003 Red Red (Vin de Pays de Velvendo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ktima-voyatzi-2003-red-vin-pays-velvendo/,Red Blend,2003,Ktima Voyatzi
14.2,Red,US,"This unusual blend, based on Lagrein, is dry and robust, the kind of full-bodied wine you drink in front of a fireplace when you want something warming. It's a tannic wine with lots of earth and cherries.",San Floriano,22,85,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo,Piedra Creek 2004 San Floriano Red (San Luis Obispo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piedra-creek-2004-san-floriano-red-central-coast-san-luis-obispo/,Red Blend,2004,Piedra Creek
14,Red,Italy,"It's almost criminal to taste Sassicaia before its prime. The 2003 vintage should be ready after 2010. A blend of 85% Cab Sauvignon and 15% Cab Franc that aged 24 months in barrique, notes of cassis, exotic spice, menthol and green olive come through despite the hot vintage. It's powerful in the mouth with crispness and refined tannins.",Sassicaia,180,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta San Guido 2003 Sassicaia  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-guido-2003-sassicaia-cabernet-sauvignon-bolgheri/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tenuta San Guido
,Red,US,"Classic Oregon Pinot from a ripe vintage, the extra heat gives the fruit a sweet dimension without sacrificing the herbal/ leafy/piney character that defines the region. Solid and tight, with lots of fresh herb—tarragon, thyme and sage—and stiff tannins.",Winery Hill Vineyard,75,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2003 Winery Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2003-winery-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Serene
13.8,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, a real mountain wine that's tight and astringent now, but impeccably structured for the long haul. It has deep flavors of blackberries and plums, with a spiciness throughout, and needs time. Best 2007–2011.",VGS,60,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 2001 VGS Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2001-vgs-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Château Potelle
14.7,Red,US,"Easily merits its reserve status due to the upscale, velvety texture, rich, oaky fruit flavors and overall balance that, combined, offer impressive pleasure.",Reserve,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2002 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2002-reserve-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2002,Kenwood
13.5,Red,Italy,"A slight opening on the nose houses flowery red fruit; it's decidedly not a dark, heavy wine. But it does show some oak. The palate is hard-driving, with firm tannins supporting zesty, almost racy fruit. Nothing manipulated here; just ripe, ready rosso.",Galatrona,84,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Petrolo 2003 Galatrona Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petrolo-2003-galatrona-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2003,Petrolo
13.5,Red,Italy,"After stumbling in 2000, Petrolo is back on target with this wine. The nose immediately strikes as harmonious, with gentle earth and spice notes supporting solid berry aromas. The palate is ripe and smooth, with a fine structure that features proper acids and integrated tannins.",Torrione,47,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Petrolo 2001 Torrione Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petrolo-2001-torrione-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Petrolo
12,White,Spain,"This Albarino exhibits good signs on the nose, where buttercup, white flowers and apple dance together. Stays solid in the mouth, with round apple, pineapple and light spice notes working seamlessly. Long and full late, with style and grace.",,22,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo Pondal 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-pondal-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Pazo Pondal
13.5,Red,Spain,"A year and a half ago this wine came acorss ripe, robust and not the least bit rustic. But now it's showing many signs of the hot 2003 vintage, including a soft structure and some stewy, leather notes. It's by no means fallen off to the point of being a poor wine, but hasn't improved and should be drunk now for best results.",Exaltos,28,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2003 Exaltos Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2003-exaltos-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2003,Dominio de Tares
13.9,Red,US,"Here's an old -style Cab. Tastes like it was picked earlier than most these days, giving a dry, rich earthiness along with acidity and firm, dry tannins. Opulent it's not, but balanced and ageworthy it is, and will probably last for 20 years.",,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arger-Martucci 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Arger-Martucci
12.5,Red,France,"Morey is better known for white wines, but this villages-level red is no slouch. It's silky and medium-bodied, with baking spices layered over plum and cherry fruit. Turns a bit cedary on the finish, where tea-like tannins grab hold.",,33,88,Burgundy,Monthélie,,Pierre Morey 2003  Monthélie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-morey-2003-pinot-noir-monthelie/,Pinot Noir,2003,Pierre Morey
,Red,US,"Beautiful and evocative, this sensuous Dolcetto sends up beguiling aromas of dried cherry, tobacco, plum, fig and balsamic, with flavors to follow. Tart and mouthfilling, it shows real varietal character and strength, with a persistent and stylish finish.",,18,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2004 Dolcetto (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2004-italian-red-dolcetto-southern/,Dolcetto,2004,Abacela
,Red,US,"Abacela was founded on the premise that this unique site in central Oregon was perfectly suited to Tempranillo, and they have done an excellent job of proving themselves right. The complex aromas suggest cedar and mint, raspberries and blue fruits. The wine is tart and the tannins tight; it seems quite youthful and hard. Surely a wine to cellar for up to a decade.",,20,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2003 Tempranillo (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2003-tempranillo-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tempranillo,2003,Abacela
14,White,Italy,"Yellow in color, which announces richness and weight to come. Aromas of lemon curd, orange and vanilla are nice, while the melon and honey flavors are soft. Interesting and stylish, but low in acid courtesy of a blazing vintage. Drink this Chard-Pinot Bianco blend now.",Batàr,78,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Agricola Querciabella 2003 Batàr White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-querciabella-2003-batar-white-toscana/,White Blend,2003,Agricola Querciabella
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This wine isn't particularly dark in color, but it still tastes pretty good, blending cherry, beet and cola flavors and accenting them with hints of mushroom, coffee and cinnamon. It's medium-bodied, with a creamy mouthfeel and silky finish—ready to drink now and over the next few years.",Omaka Reserve,29,88,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2004 Omaka Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2004-omaka-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Saint Clair
14,Red,Italy,"Kendall-Jackson's super Tuscan is Cab-based and very ripe. It's black as coal, with leather, earth and dark-fruit aromas. It's more soft than steely, with blackberry and plum flavors softened by molasses and licorice. A real beast of a wine that includes 15% Merlot and Syrah.",Arcanum III,100,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Arceno 2003 Arcanum III Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-arceno-2003-arcanum-iii-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2003,Tenuta di Arceno
14,Red,Italy,"Cherry, citrus rind and oak make for a short, stout nose. It seems more precise on the palate, with pure cherry and coffee flavors poking through a veil of tight tannins. Gets even firmer on the finish, with a smack of raisin. A wine that requires airing; or more cellar time.",Villa Donoratico,30,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Argentiera 2003 Villa Donoratico  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2003-villa-donoratico-red-bolgheri/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Tenuta Argentiera
13,Red,Italy,"Appealing on the bouquet, with fresh foresty aromas offsetting cherry and berry notes. Crisp and pure in the mouth, where quality fruit pushes forward unhindered by heavy oak and extract. A solid food wine if there ever was one.",Codirosso,33,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Vistarenni 2000 Codirosso Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vistarenni-2000-codirosso-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2000,Villa Vistarenni
13.5,White,South Africa,"Although this wine deals some mealy corn aromas, it is still solid. Nicely bal anced, with moderate acid pairing a bit of sweetness, the mouth is flush with peach, papaya and vanilla, tempered with spicy oak. All the cards fall into place with a long, harmonious finish. Drink over the next three years.",,25,88,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2004 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2004-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2004,Thelema
13,Red,Italy,"Reticent for a 2001. The nose is leathery, with more smoked meat and tomato than bright fruit. Quite classical in style, blending 70% Sangiovese with 30% Cabernet. Tart cherry and cranberry control the palate, which has a nice center cut of fruit but not a lot of obvious charm. More of a connoisseur's wine than mainstream juice.",Campaccio Selezione Riserva,72,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terrabianca 2001 Campaccio Selezione Riserva Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-2001-campaccio-selezione-riserva-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Terrabianca
9,White,Germany,"Reasonably priced for an auslese, this medium-weight Riesling offers perfumes of clover blossom and poached apples and pears. On the palate, there's a pronounced quince or citrus edge that provides balance, but also a slight hint of bitterness.",Niersteiner Hipping Auslese,24,88,Rheinhessen,,,Seebrich 2004 Niersteiner Hipping Auslese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seebrich-2004-niersteiner-hipping-auslese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2004,Seebrich
13.5,Red,Italy,"Nice and smoky, with a solid, healthy nose that covers the bases. Good and snappy on the tongue, where zest and sweetness convene and deliver cherry, vanilla and chocolate flavors. Medium in terms of intensity and depth. Best now–2008.",Torrione,36,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Petrolo 2003 Torrione Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petrolo-2003-torrione-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Petrolo
13,White,South Africa,"Although not barrel fermented, there is still plenty of oak to this wine. A toasty nose of vanilla and caramel caresses green fruit, and in the mouth steely acidity undergirds intense flavors of tropical fruit, citrus and sweet oak. The harmonious balance suggests this wine will maintain its character throughout this decade.",,24,88,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2003 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2003-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2003,Mulderbosch
13,Red,Italy,"A surprisingly good show for a soggy vintage, this is ripe, bordering on stewy, with rich notes of prune, blueberry, mushroom and forest floor. The tannins are hard but there's plenty of toast and spice on the finish of this 60-20-15-5 percent Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Syrah blend.",Villa Antinori,22,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi Antinori 2002 Villa Antinori Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2002-villa-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2002,Marchesi Antinori
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Nearly black, this big wine smells like dark berries dipped in vanilla cream, with a hint of barnyard. The barnyard carries to the palate, where it's joined by leather and blackberry. Tannins start off smooth, but develop plenty of grip with time. Warm throughout, this is one that should be decanted a few hours before serving.",Vineyard Selection,43,88,Jonkershoek Valley,,,Neil Ellis 2003 Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Jonkershoek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2003-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-jonkershoek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Neil Ellis
14.5,White,South Africa,"Burnished gold, even the nose is creamy, offering heavily oaked aromas of caramel, toast and vanilla that neatly encase citrus and peach pit. Oak leads the way in the mouth as well, although there are plenty of citrusy fruits along with peach mineral. Despite the creamy feel, there is plenty of acidity, and this great value will drink well over the next 3-4 years. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,19,88,Coastal Region,,,Fairview 2004 Viognier (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2004-viognier-coastal-region/,Viognier,2004,Fairview
13.5,Red,Spain,"This Cencibel/Monastrell blend is loaded with black fruit from the bouquet onto the palate. Round flavors of plum and raspberry are balanced and forward, while the finish is full and mouthfilling. A correct, tasty wine that would be hard not to like.",Reserva,11,88,Central Spain,Almansa,,Castillo de Almansa 2002 Reserva Red (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-almansa-2002-reserva-red-almansa/,Red Blend,2002,Castillo de Almansa
,White,US,"This blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Gris is all barrel-fermented—the trick is that only 30% of the barrels are wood, the rest are stainless steel. The result is a complex, multifaceted Sauvignon that's meant to pay homage to white Graves. Subtle toasted nut and vanilla shadings frame melon and peach fruit, while the mouthfeel is creamy and rich, balanced by a bit of grapefruity tang on the finish.",Elevage Blanc,36,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chimney Rock 2004 Elevage Blanc White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2004-elevage-blanc-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2004,Chimney Rock
13.5,Red,Italy,"Zesty and woody at first, but later balsamic notes blend with jammier aromas to create a solid but oak-influenced bouquet. The palate features berry and vanilla flavors while the finish is creamy and a touch chewy. Very nice, with no serious faults. But very expensive or what you get.",Camartina,104,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Agricola Querciabella 2001 Camartina Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-querciabella-2001-camartina-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2001,Agricola Querciabella
15.5,White,South Africa,"A great value in Viognier, thanks to moderate use of oak, which also brightens the fruit in this wine. It has vibrant citrus in the mouth, with cantaloupe and a hint of vanilla from older oak. The aromas are similar, with some honeysuckle, while the body is full and creamy, despite racy acids. The alcohol (15.5%) shows through a bit on the finish, but overall a harmonious wine. Imported by Cape Classics.",,14,88,Coastal Region,,,Brampton 2005 Viognier (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2005-viognier-coastal-region/,Viognier,2005,Brampton
,Red,US,"One of the more evolved examples, Hamacher's 2000 Pinot Noir should be consumed over the next year or two, although it's possible other bottles may show differently (Hamacher felt there was something “off” with this bottle). Complex cherry, sous bois and mushroom notes finish on a drying note.",,,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-57263/,Pinot Noir,2000,Hamacher
,White,Spain,"Displays pretty aromas of flowers and green apples, with bright, round flavors of peach and apple making for a pleasant palate. Offers a touch of sweetness and honey at its core. Very typical of the 2005 vintage.",Verde,15,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Granbazán 2005 Verde Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granbazan-2005-verde-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Granbazán
14.1,Red,US,"Good Cab from a hot vintage in a hot valley. The wine sure is ripe, with cassis and plum flavors dusted with cocoa, and dry, with enough tannins to leave the palate puckery. It straddles the line between drink-me-now and a more complex age-me, without resolving the issue.",,50,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Wattle Creek
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Lively acidity keeps the mouthfeel tight in this wine, which has stony cherry and chocolate aromas. Cherry-esque fruit and dark berries danceon the tongue, matched and mineral. Finishes with tar and pain grille. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,19,88,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 2003 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2003,Boschendal
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Pinotage aromas of woodsmoke and sour cherry segue into Bordeaux scents of dried tobacco and cassis. This blend of 45% Pinotage with the rest Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot juxtaposes the former's vibrant fruit with structured tannin and brown leaf flavors. Smooth, incorporating high acidity, the oak still needs time to fully integrate.",Cape Blend,20,88,Stellenbosch,,,Beyerskloof 2003 Cape Blend Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyerskloof-2003-cape-blend-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2003,Beyerskloof
,White,Spain,"Floral, with buttercup and acacia on the nose. The mouth, however, is a bit more austere and sharp-edged. It delivers steely, bracing acids and narrow flavors of green apple, lemon and tangerine. A tightlyknit Albariño made for shellfish.",,16,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Martín Códax 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-codax-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Martín Códax
9,Dessert,Germany,"Medium- to full-bodied, this sweet spätlese features lively aromas of green apple layered over scents of diesel oil. Pineapple flavors add citrusy brightness to the midpalate, finishing with milder notes of tangerine.",Hallgartener Jungfer Spätlese,19,88,Rheingau,,,Prinz 2004 Hallgartener Jungfer Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-2004-hallgartener-jungfer-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Prinz
,White,Spain,"Valmiñor's signature wine since 2001 is 75% Albariño, with 20% Loureira and 5% Treixadura. Which means it is ultra floral and a touch sweeter than a varietal Albariño. A pleasure to quaff, with citrus and mango flavors.",Davila,15,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Valmiñor 2005 Davila White (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valminor-2005-davila-white-rias-baixas/,White Blend,2005,Valmiñor
14.5,Red,US,"Gary Eberle brings his deft touch to Cabernet, resulting in this smooth wine with soft tannins and an elegant dryness. It's forward in plummy, blackberry fruit, with an earthy, coffee edge. A minor quibble is the taste of raisins or shrivelled prunes are a detraction.",Estate Bottled Reserve,65,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2001 Estate Bottled Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2001-estate-bottled-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Eberle
,White,Spain,"More than 80,000 cases of this wine were made, making it “mass” by local standards. But that doesn't mean it's not a quality white. In fact, everything about it is really good, from the crystalline nose to the ripe palate to the clean, exact finish.",,16,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Condes de Albarei 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condes-albarei-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Condes de Albarei
,Red,US,"Dark and plum-colored, with scents of roasted coffee, toast and black fruits. Blackberry and black cherry fruit is lifted by some lemony acids. The challenge for these Rogue Valley Syrahs is to flesh out the midpalate fruit and keep the tannins in check. This is a good effort, though not up to the outstanding 2002. Just 95 cases were made.",Fortmiller Vineyard,45,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Dobbes Family Estate 2003 Fortmiller Vineyard Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobbes-family-estate-2003-fortmiller-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2003,Dobbes Family Estate
14,White,New Zealand,"Having now tasted this wine on three separate occasions, I'm certain it will continue to improve in the bottle, but how stingy my current rating will ultimately seem is an open question. From tank prior to bottling, it was a rich, custardy, vibrant wine that I would have rated in the low 90s. Tasted blind after bottling, I've not yet found that same level of quality, but my ratings have climbed from low-mid 80s (back in the early part of this year) to high 80s now, as the wine seems to be regaining some of its rich, velvety texture to help balance its formidable acidity. Worth trying again in another year or two. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Block 6,44,88,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2004 Block 6 Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2004-block-6-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2004,Felton Road
10,Dessert,Germany,This rather obscure grape variety has produced a medium-bodied TBA complete with scents of dried apricots and a dieselly component. Candied pineapple and citron-like flavors end with hints of peppery spice and sourness.,Trockenbeerenauslese,37,88,Pfalz,,,Erich Bender 2004 Trockenbeerenauslese Huxelrebe (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erich-bender-2004-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-huxelrebe-pfalz/,Huxelrebe,2004,Erich Bender
14,Red,Italy,"Plum and blackberry coat the plump nose, backed by ripe black fruit that registers as pure but standard. Still fairly tight and tannic, and not showing any signs of maturity as of now. Potent and tight, with lots of oak and chocolate on the finish.",Splendido,45,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio alle Sughere 2001 Splendido Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-alle-sughere-2001-splendido-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Poggio alle Sughere
13.5,Red,Italy,"Spicy wood aromas are in the center ring although they do allow for compelling notes of black cherry, plum, white mushroom and Indian spice. There's an odd bit of coffee-flavored yogurt in there as well. The firm tannins are drying to the point of being almost astringent. Drink in 2007.",Coniale,50,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2002 Coniale Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2002-coniale-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Castellare di Castellina
13,White,Italy,"Colorful, bold and sweet smelling, with hay, butterscotch and peach on the uncommon nose. More of a big-boned wine with ripe, intriguing apple, almond, lemon and butter flavors. Finishes smooth, with background notes of vanilla and citrus pith. Based on Vernaccia, with other grapes blended in.",Terre di Tufi,25,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Teruzzi & Puthod 2004 Terre di Tufi White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teruzzi-puthod-2004-terre-tufi-white-toscana/,White Blend,2004,Teruzzi & Puthod
,White,Spain,"A single-vineyard wine made from tear must that was extracted during a light pressing. It's smooth and concentrated, with apple, melon, peach and a touch of white-pepper. Shows good acidity and style.",Bágoa do Miño,,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,As Laxas 2005 Bágoa do Miño Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/as-laxas-2005-bagoa-mino-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,As Laxas
13.5,Red,Spain,"You won't find a better, more affordable Bierzo than this. It carries true terroir, heft and solidity but it's not that complicated or racy. Lush black fruit is what defines the palate, while the finish is textured and creamy. Really smacks of natural character and joy.",,13,88,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Luna Beberide 2004 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2004-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2004,Luna Beberide
,Red,US,"This is a softer, fruitier Syrah than the Fortmiller, with somewhat better balance. The opening layer of round, cherry-flavored fruit is spiced up with citrus and scented with pepper, smoke and black coffee. The middle lags, then it picks up again with an earthy, tannic finish. Just 2 barrels (48 cases) were made.",Sundown Vineyard,48,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Dobbes Family Estate 2003 Sundown Vineyard Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobbes-family-estate-2003-sundown-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2003,Dobbes Family Estate
13,Red,Italy,"A little bit flat on the bouquet, with prune, graham cracker and tobacco aromas. Flavors of plum and black cherry are fine, but there's more acid and tannin than flesh. Solid but not spectacular; there's a bit too much displaced tannin to rate at the next level up.",Broccato,29,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Dievole 1999 Broccato Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dievole-1999-broccato-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Dievole
13,White,South Africa,"From a region renowned for its dessert wine comes this easy-to-love white. Despite a lightness to the medium body, this wine has plenty of guts, evident in the liquid gooseberry mouth mixed with lime and dusted with chalk. The flavor of the wine carries through to the long finish, while aromas of pure gooseberry dance in the glass. Drink now, and enjoy.",,12,88,Constantia,,,Buitenverwachting 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buitenverwachting-2005-sauvignon-blanc-constantia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Buitenverwachting
13.5,Red,Italy,"Features rubbery red fruit and a lot of spunk. This is rosso in its freshest, most fruity form. Yet it's properly balanced by zesty acidity and noticeable but moderate tannins. With a lot of raspberry and strawberry in the mouth and a lifted, deep finish, you can't go wrong with this red and a plate of pasta and sauce.",,15,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Caparzo 2003 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-2003-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2003,Caparzo
,Red,US,"Cuttings from the winery's Roosevelt Vineyard were used to plant the Mount Richmond site in 1996. Scents of root, leaf and herb are typical of the terroir. The tart, tight fruit tastes of cranberries and red currants. Stiff, earthy, green tannins.",Mount Richmond,36,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2004 Mount Richmond Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2004-mount-richmond-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Elk Cove
13,White,New Zealand,"A brand-new wine from importer George Galey, this debut Sauvignon blends fruit from the Awatere and Wairau valleys under the watchful eye of Vavasour winemaker Glenn Thomas to make a mouthfilling wine loaded with gooseberry and pink grapefruit flavors. Drier than many NZ Sauvignons, it picks up intriguing hints of tangerine, musk and spice on the finish.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Discovery 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/discovery-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Discovery
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Packed with character, from aromas of red berries wrapped in wet tobacco, anise, hazelnut and vanilla; to flavors of pistachio, blueberry and tobacco leaf. Despite 14.5% alcohol it comes across less than full-bodied, with fine tannins and high acidity that gives it a minerally feel. Warms up on the long blueberry finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,23,88,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2003 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2003-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2003,Rust en Vrede
14,Red,South Africa,"Not your average Shiraz, this has touches of tobacco, eraser and mineral to the rasberry and dark berry fruit aromas. More plummy in the mouth, with spicy pepper and layered oak and acidity to match the still young tannins. Leave it on its side for a couple years, or give it at least an hour in a decanter. Imported by Cape Classics.",Zondernaam,20,88,Stellenbosch,,,Tokara 2003 Zondernaam Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokara-2003-zondernaam-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2003,Tokara
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine brings fine Bordeaux to mind, with aromas of eucalyptus and mint, black currant flavor and firm tannin, and a finish of forest floor. But it's also its own wine, with leather accents, a big, silky body, tart berry and cola, and a warm finish.",,41,88,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Thelema
,White,Spain,"With 30% Loureira and Treixadura added to 70% Albariño, this wine offers sweet pineapple aromas in front of round melon, peach and spice flavors. Rather plump and driving, with a prolonged finish and some distant minerality.",Señor da Folla Verde,21,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Marqués de Vizhoja 2005 Señor da Folla Verde White (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-vizhoja-2005-senor-folla-verde-white-rias-baixas/,White Blend,2005,Marqués de Vizhoja
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Not that expressive on the nose, but does offer some lightly floral aromas and hints of cinnamon and mushroom. On the palate, there's more: black cherries, dried spices and cocoa flavors carried on a velvety mouthfeel and moderate weight. Picks up some briary complexity on the firm finish.",Doctor's Creek Reserve,26,88,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2004 Doctor's Creek Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2004-doctors-creek-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Saint Clair
13,Red,Italy,"This wine is starting to round into a mature stage. The bouquet pushes light leather, forest, earth and secondary fruit aromas. Black cherry and plum work well together on the tight, mildly tannic palate, while the finish is concentrated and rewarding. Will be good with food.",Casarsa Rosso,38,88,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Villa Calcinaia 2000 Casarsa Rosso Merlot (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-calcinaia-2000-casarsa-rosso-merlot-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Merlot,2000,Villa Calcinaia
14,Red,Italy,"Forward but comfortable, with dark fruit, forest and bacon aromas. It's dominated by Cabernet, with Merlot and Cab Franc playing in the background. Ripe, tasty and sweet, with black cherry and raspberry hitting with some force. Arguably a bit oaky and close, but still very good",Tenuta S. Giovanni Duesanti,40,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tolaini 2002 Tenuta S. Giovanni Duesanti Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolaini-2002-tenuta-s-giovanni-duesanti-red-toscana/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Tolaini
,White,Spain,"Starts out flowery and tropical, which is likely a reflection of the 20% Loureira in the wine. The flavor profile is dominated by peach and apple, while the finish runs long due to an infusion of Caino Blanca. A nice wine for those who like tropical fruit flavors.",O Rosal,19,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2005 O Rosal Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2005-o-rosal-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Terras Gauda
13,Red,Italy,"Nice and solid, but not quite up to the level of previous vintages. Maybe it was the heat of the year, but this Crognolo has more raisin and heft than its predecessors. That said, it's also a touch jumpy and grabby. As for flavors, look for raspberry and earthy strawberry. Sangiovese with 10% Merlot.",Crognolo,35,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2003 Crognolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2003-crognolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Tenuta Sette Ponti
13,White,Spain,"Clean, lucid and attractive, with spindly tropical fruit aromas that veer toward mango, pineapple and passion fruit. A complete Verdejo with all the hallmarks Rueda is known for: apricot and peach flavors, nice acidity, and a crisp finish.",,14,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Palacio de Bornos 2004 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacio-bornos-2004-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2004,Palacio de Bornos
,Red,US,"Birds got most of the 2004 Grenache, but the 82 cases that were left are impressive. Along with biting red fruits that seem to snap and sizzle in the mouth, there is a nice, spicy edge that gives the wine dimension and scale. The tannins are austere and taste of graphite and bark.",,22,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2004 Grenache (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2004-grenache-southern/,Grenache,2004,Abacela
,Red,US,"Fragrant, aromatic and penetrating, it sends up lively aromas of spice, herb and pine needles. The scents are nicely threaded into the fruit, which mixes raspberry, cherry and crabapple with the spicy, leafy character of Oregon Pinot.",Windhill,38,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2004 Windhill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2004-windhill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Elk Cove
,White,US,"Hints of smoke and butter accent honey, pear and apples on the nose, while toastier, grainy notes take the lead on the palate. Nicely textured in the mouth, adding hints of vanilla on the finish. Probably fading a bit; drink  up.",Cuvée Forêts Diverses,,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 1996 Cuvée Forêts Diverses Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-1996-cuvee-forets-diverses-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Hamacher
13.5,Red,France,"This is tough as nails right now, but also packed with almost liqueur-like black cherry fruit. Meaty nuances and chocolate-fudge richness are stopped abruptly by firm, astringent tannins on the finish. It's too tannic to enjoy now; the question is whether it will resemble one of the great '47 red Burgundies with age, or dry out like some of the '76s.",Clos des Cortons Faiveley Grand Cru,167,88,Burgundy,Corton,,Faiveley 2003 Clos des Cortons Faiveley Grand Cru  (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2003-clos-cortons-grand-cru-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2003,Faiveley
13.5,Red,US,"Here's a nice, easy, delicate Pinot, light on the palate and drily silky, yet with ripe fruity insistence. There's plenty of elegance, with cherry, cola and spice flavors that finish with complexity. Best now.",,37,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnett 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Barnett
,White,Spain,"Lucid in appearance, with mineral aromas adding complexity to the otherwise clean, floral nose. Very dry in style, with apple and pineapple flavors. So crisp and precise that “honest” is the best way to sum it up.",Abadía de San Campio,16,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2005 Abadía de San Campio Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2005-abadia-san-campio-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Terras Gauda
,White,Spain,"More available than most Valdeorras wines—and very good in 2005—Godeval offers a no-nonsense version of the Godello grape. There's typical slate on the nose but even more apple, pear, nectarine and banana. Friendly, with medium acidity.",,15,89,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Godeval 2005 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-godeval-2005-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2005,Viña Godeval
14,Red,Italy,"Smoky and dark, with blackberry as the main fruit-based aroma. This is one deep, ripe, plump red wine; it shows plum, berry and chocolate on the palate, and that's followed by toast, vanilla and fudge. In the end it's a lot like dessert, albeit a tiny bit medicinal and clumsy.",,78,89,Tuscany,Bolgheri Superiore,,Tenuta Argentiera 2003  Bolgheri Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argentiera-2003-red-bolgheri-superiore/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Tenuta Argentiera
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Plump and mouthfilling, this Sauvignon Blanc offers ripe pink grapefruit and gooseberry flavors that veer toward red berries and stone fruits, yet maintain a sense of focus thanks to crisp lime and grapefruit notes on the finish.",,19,89,Waipara,,,Torlesse 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torlesse-2005-sauvignon-blanc-waipara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Torlesse
13,Red,Italy,"A healthy wine with cherry, plum, earth and chocolate on the nose. The fruit is racy, bordering on searing. But on that wave of acidity you'll encounter prime and pure cherry and raspberry flavors. Arguably a bit skinny and one-dimensional, but still it's worthy of praise.",Vino di Tavola Rosso,78,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capannelle 1998 Vino di Tavola Rosso Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capannelle-1998-vino-tavola-rosso-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Capannelle
13.9,Red,New Zealand,"An excellent value in Pinot Noir, this wine is made by Matt Thomson, also chief winemaker for Saint Clair. It's dark and beefy in color, with brooding black cherry fruit on the nose that freshens a bit on the palate, adding beet notes and subtle shadings of herb and spice. Nicely balanced, with a long, silky finish.",,19,89,Marlborough,,,Delta Vineyard 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delta-vineyard-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Delta Vineyard
14.5,Red,US,"Classic Russian River Pinot from a warm year. The wine is dry and crispy-soft, if that's not a contradiction, and the cherry and cola fruit is nearly raisined, but stops just short. The texture is all silk and satin. This wine is best consumed early. Drink now.",,37,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Barnett 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Barnett
,Red,Italy,"Tasted for the first time in nearly three years, this Sangiovese-dominated super Tuscan seems to have improved, as now it shows a seductive, dry earthiness along with cinnamon and tree bark. Fairly Old World in style, with red fruit, little oak, acidity and length. Some might find it thin, but with food it will be excellent.",Solare,83,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capannelle 1997 Solare Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capannelle-1997-solare-sangiovese-toscana-51236/,Sangiovese,1997,Capannelle
14,Red,South Africa,"Rustenberg's second label, Brampton, enclosed in screwcap, shines because of its focus on fruit. This Shiraz glows with aromas of cola, sour cherry, lemon and spice. Underneath the veneer are layers of red berry and blueberry flavors, tempered with coffee, lemon, and just the right amount of oak. Full but silky, with sweet tannins, this is enjoyable now and can stand up to rich dishes like braised ribs or filet mignon.",,12,89,Coastal Region,,,Brampton 2004 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2004,Brampton
13.5,Red,Spain,"All the wines in the Abadal line seem commited to serious aromas and flavors supported by honest structure. This Merlot from an obscure Catalonian wine region offers blackberry, cigar box and raisin aromas in front of additional blackberry flavor. There's also chocolate folded into the finishing layers. Integrated and properlly welded by firm tannins.",Abadal,16,89,Catalonia,Pla de Bages,,Masies d'Avinyo 2001 Abadal Merlot (Pla de Bages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masies-davinyo-2001-abadal-merlot-pla-bages/,Merlot,2001,Masies d'Avinyo
13.5,Red,Italy,"Berry and cherry aromas get it started, followed by notes of cinnamon and alfalfa. Raspberry and sweet cherry flavors dominate, but at the same time you can taste a tiny bit of green in the middle. Overall it's a structured, healthy wine with ample wood and tannin.",,43,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Ai Chiari 2001 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-ai-chiari-2001-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Poggio Ai Chiari
15,Red,US,"Starts off smelling very new-oaky, and as it airs, this Cab Franc-based wine turns aromatic in cherries, cassis, violets and lavender. It's an interesting wine, a little hot, a little baked, but very dry. It's also fairly tannic. The cherries, oak and tannins suggest a good grilled steak.",Justification,42,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2003 Justification Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2003-justification-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Justin
14.5,Red,US,"Concentrated in cassis, cherry, plum, chocolate and new oak flavors, this is a young Cabernet, currently showing vibrant tannins and acidity. All the parts haven't come together, so you don't want to drink it now. It shows promise, and should be better after 2008.",Lot No. 1,100,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2003 Lot No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2003-lot-no-1-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Louis M. Martini
13.5,Red,Italy,"Almost catches the upper echelon, but some burnt, grassy character on the nose holds it back just a little. That said, the wine sings with round berry fruit that's accented by chocolate. Medium in weight and forcefulness. Very good but can be better.",Guidalberto,50,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta San Guido 2003 Guidalberto Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-guido-2003-guidalberto-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Tenuta San Guido
14,Red,Italy,"Quite full and ripe, a sure reflection of a warm year. Dark berry and prune aromas start it off, followed by ripe, oozing, black-fruit flavors. Extracted but not overdone, with a touch of complexity and depth. A lot of wine for the money.",Borgoforte,12,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2003 Borgoforte Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2003-borgoforte-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2003,Villa Pillo
,Red,US,"Many of the same vineyard sources that supply the winery's reserve are found here as well; this feels like a lighter, less concentrated version of that more expensive bottling. But there is more: nuances of cola, root beer, green tea, grilled meat and molasses that seem to be missing from the bigger wine. This is not a screamer, but it will make you happy.",,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Torii Mor
,Red,US,"Forward and loaded with fruit, this sweet and accessible Pinot will have particular appeal to those who favor a more Californian style. With alcohol pushing 15%, the dominant flavors are sweet fruit rather than herb or earth.",Deux Verres Reserve,42,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2004 Deux Verres Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2004-deux-verres-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Torii Mor
,Red,US,"Very soft and approachable, but perhaps a bit too soft—it's almost pillowy, with a mouthfeel like marshmallow. Good black cherry fruit dominates the core. But the wine seems a bit light, lacking in grip and conviction, at least compared with the Grace vineyard bottling.",Fleur de Lis Vineyard,75,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Domaine Serene 2003 Fleur de Lis Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2003-fleur-lis-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Serene
13.8,Red,US,"Beaulieu's basic Napa Cab is dry and balanced wine, with the accent on balance. This is a wine that stays in the background, letting food star, but that doesn't mean it's not complex. It is thoroughly rewarding, an ideal restaurant wine. Should develop well for 10 years.",,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,Red,Italy,"A very good wine from a not-so-good vintage. The bouquet hits firmly with black cherry, almond paste, leather and even a touch of refined horseradish. It's as precise and tight as the palate, which offers tannic but rewarding cherry and plum. A lively, racy, real wine that's playing at the highest level. Holding it to high standards, we find it just short of excellent.",Grotte Rosse,40,89,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Salustri 2002 Grotte Rosse  (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salustri-2002-grotte-rosse-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2002,Salustri
13.5,Red,Italy,"Depth and richness are hinted at by berry aromas with a touch of liqueur. The palate runs snappy and snazzy, with racy but tasty cherry and raspberry fruit. This is a solid, medium-oak Sangiovese that shows modern touches as well as traditional purity.",Sassello,60,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Verrazzano 2000 Sassello Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verrazzano-2000-sassello-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Castello di Verrazzano
13,Red,Italy,"Potent and alive, kind of rubbery and leathery, with a shot of barnyard thrown in for good measure. Shows solid cherry and berry at the core, but that fruit is offset by hard tannins and overt firmness. Not a lush, modern playboy; more of classic with old-world appeal. Needs time in the glass to unravel.",Sammarco,116,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello dei Rampolla 2000 Sammarco Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-rampolla-2000-sammarco-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Castello dei Rampolla
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A full, chewy mouthfeel and dry tannins keep deep, pure plum flavors in check. A straightforward wine at first, time reveals aromas of bramble and a minty finish. With its strong fruit core and young tannins, this may turn into a beautiful wine as secondary flavors develop over the next 5 years.  Imported by Cape Classics.",Cape of Good Hope,41,89,Coastal Region,,,The Foundry 2003 Cape of Good Hope Syrah (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-foundry-2003-cape-good-hope-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coastal-region/,Syrah,2003,The Foundry
13.5,Red,France,"Has Picard's signature oak treatment in spades, with cedar, cinnamon and clove notes, but also strident cherry flavors that show enough promise to warrant cellaring 5–8 years. Long on the finish, which seems oaky right now, but the fruit wins out in the end.",Récolte du Château de Chassagne-Montrachet Le Charmois Premier Cru,30,89,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Michel Picard 2003 Récolte du Château de Chassagne-Montrachet Le Charmois Premier Cru  (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2003-recolte-chateau-chassagne-montrachet-le-charmois-premier-cru-pinot-noir-saint-aubin/,Pinot Noir,2003,Michel Picard
,White,Spain,"Clean and expressive up front, with floral aromas shaped by doses of grass, apple and pear. Tastes very good, with condensed fruit creating a nice mouthfeel. Very long on the back end.",Val do Sosego,,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,As Laxas 2005 Val do Sosego Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/as-laxas-2005-val-sosego-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,As Laxas
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Full-bodied but supple, with plenty of black cherry and plum fruit accented by touches of cola and caramel. Soft tannins make this approachable now, while dusty floral notes add another layer of complexity.",Te Muna Road Vineyard,40,89,Martinborough,,,Craggy Range 2004 Te Muna Road Vineyard Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2004-te-muna-road-vineyard-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Craggy Range
7.5,Dessert,Germany,"This is a buxom, charming fleshpot of a wine, round and mouthfilling—even a bit fat—but amiable and pleasing. Apple, pear and honey notes are accented by spice, minerals and citrus, with a lusciously peachy finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese *** Gold Capsule,40,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Karl Erbes 2004 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese *** Gold Capsule Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-erbes-2004-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-gold-capsule-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Karl Erbes
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Although it comes from despite a cooler climate than Stellenbosch, this wine achieved 14.5% alcohol. But you wouldn't know it, as it has elegant flavors of ripe cherry, plum and chocolate in a beautifully balanced framework. Groot Constantia's reds all have a silky texture, and this one is no different. The nose favors brown sugar and chocolate over muted red berry, but this wine will drink well over the next five years, and possibly beyond.",,21,89,Constantia,,,Groot Constantia 2002 Pinotage (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groot-constantia-2002-pinotage-constantia/,Pinotage,2002,Groot Constantia
13,White,US,"There's a nice, melony center to this wine, with suggestions of lightly spiced pears and green apples. The fruit is lively and pure, and the wine has a nice lift to it. The spices kick in at midpalate and carry through a long and thoroughly satisfying finish. Very good winemaking in an elegant style; the alcohol clocks in at a sensible 13%.",,18,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2005 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2005-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2005,Elk Cove
,Red,US,"Fragrant, aromatic, open, and wonderfully accessible, this smells like fresh-cut roses and violets, and tastes of cherries and chocolate. It's a broad, smooth effort that is open and drinking well right now.",,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Elk Cove
13.5,White,South Africa,"A touch buttery on the nose at first, this wine quickly shows mango, vanilla and toast aromas. Big in the mouth, but with a firm line of acidity to hold it in check, the warm flavors of tropical fruits are backed by plenty of toasty, spicy oak. An intense finish is magnified by a dash of lasting acidity.",Barrel Fermented,38,89,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2002 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2002-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2002,Mulderbosch
14.6,Red,US,"Soft, ripe and tasty, this fruit-forward Cabernet offers plenty of palate-pleasing currant, cassis, cherry and mocha flavors, along with sweet smoky oak. It's a dry wine, but long on the finish in ripe fruit, and the tannins are harmoniously integrated. Drink now.",Vineyard Reserve,65,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Liparita 2003 Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liparita-2003-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Liparita
8,White,Germany,"Starts off really promising, with scents of honey, spiced pears, slaty-minerally  notes and a touch of diesel. Flavors follow suit, cleaned up on the finish by mild citrusy notes. The only problem area for this wine is its mouthfeel, which lacks the lightness and grace to score higher, instead coming across as slightly round and bulky.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,40,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2004 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2004-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
14,Red,US,"Named after the pioneer who settled Alexander Valley, this wine, based on Cabernet Sauvignon, is very dry and pretty tannic right now. It has a wealth of black cherry, blackberry jam and sugared espresso flavors. Needs time, but it's a classy wine, and should be best by 2008.",Cyrus,50,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2002 Cyrus Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2002-cyrus-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Alexander Valley Vineyards
13.5,Red,Italy,"Big and boisterous, with cola, root beer and raisin on the nose. The palate offers a ton of ripeness and hefty fruit, particularly cherry, plum and currant. Finishes toasty, maybe slightly burnt, with some cookie-dough sweetness. Mildly tannic in the long run.",Spargolo,38,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cecchi 2001 Spargolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-2001-spargolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Cecchi
13.5,Red,Italy,"Leather, earth and dried red fruits comprise a classic nose, while the meaty palate is both heavy and loaded with plum and raspberry. Quite chewy, with firm tannins, extract and chocolaty accents. Mainstream qualities give it mass appeal.",Borgonero,35,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Borgo Scopeto 2001 Borgonero Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-scopeto-2001-borgonero-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Borgo Scopeto
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This light- to medium-bodied Savvy boasts flinty, minerally aromas and an array of flavors that includes mixed citrus and tea leaves. Dusty, minerally notes add interest, particularly on the crisp, zesty finish.",,22,89,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Isabel Estate
,Red,US,"From another tough vintage, this wine has held up well, still showing some berry-scented fruit to go with spice and mushroom flavors. Drink now.",,,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 1996 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-1996-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Hamacher
13.5,Red,Italy,"Big, black and textured, but even with all of its guts, color and polish, it isn't very unique, and that's despite the 60% Colorino and 40% Merlot it's made of. Blackberry and plum dominate the muscular palate, while the roasted finish is nice but simple. Very good on its best day.",Romitorio di Santedame,70,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2001 Romitorio di Santedame Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2001-romitorio-santedame-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2001,Ruffino
14,Red,Italy,"Here's a portly offering, and then some. Talk about a dark, soft, meaty wine. This one is so rich, ripe and loaded with black plums and berries that it's almost sleepy. But fierce tannins and lasting espresso darkness keep it going. Very good but heavier than the excellent 2001.",Poggio al Lupo,55,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2003 Poggio al Lupo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2003-poggio-al-lupo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2003,Tenuta Sette Ponti
,White,Spain,"This winery, with its sketched labels, is classic O Rosal. The wine is 90% Albariño and Loureira, with some Caino Blanca thrown in. The color is pale but convincing, while the palate offers bright apple, apricot and nectarine flavors meshed with cutting acidity.",O Rosal,18,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Santiago Ruiz 2005 O Rosal White (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santiago-ruiz-2005-o-rosal-white-rias-baixas/,White Blend,2005,Santiago Ruiz
14.9,Red,US,"Opens with a blast of caramelized oak, and it's hard to get anything else, but in the mouth, the wine is softly creamy, with delicious cherry, chocolate, anise and Asian spice flavors that finish dry and long. It's a sensuous wine that's at its best now.",Cuvée POM,50,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2001 Cuvée POM Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2001-cuvee-pom-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,J. Lohr
13,Red,Italy,"Dark and fruity on the nose, with a touch of gritty leather. Brighter on the palate, where cherry and raspberry hold court and oak plays in the background. Juicy, fresh, immensely solid and just short of excellent. A very good Tuscan red with a little bit of everything. Drink now through 2008.",Antiche Terre De' Ricci Terricci,37,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Lanciola 1999 Antiche Terre De' Ricci Terricci Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanciola-1999-antiche-terre-ricci-terricci-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Lanciola
,White,Spain,"La Val is an O Rosal winery but its wines are 100% Albariño. This estate-grown white offers a yellowish tint with pretty aromas of buttercup and apple blossoms. It's fairly light-bodied and exhilarating, with pure flavors of apples, honeydew and citrus. Shows good acidity.",Finca de Arantei,20,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,La Val 2005 Finca de Arantei Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-2005-finca-arantei-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,La Val
14,Red,South Africa,"Rich and dark, with full, smooth tannins, this big wine explodes with flavors of tar, cassis, plum and integrated oak. The warm graham cracker finish is as deep as the nose, which displays aromas of cigar box, ripe dark fruits and cedar;  eucalyptus emerging with time. A stellar wine from the premier red wine area in South Africa. Imported by Cape Classics.",,29,89,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2003 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2003-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2003,Thelema
,Red,US,"Tight, herbal and showing lots of green tea flavors, this complex wine offers some of the soy and silage notes that often seem to show up with organically farmed fruit.",Pierre Léon,36,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2003 Pierre Léon Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2003-pierre-leon-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,WillaKenzie Estate
,Red,US,"Soft and approachable, this has mixed red fruits kissed with a strong piney accent. Comes on somewhat tannic, tough and stemmy, but opens up nicely with some breathing time.",Emery,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2003 Emery Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2003-emery-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,WillaKenzie Estate
,White,Spain,"Perfectly crisp and fresh, with touches of tangerine and lemon making it slightly sharp but not the least bit sour. More of a zesty version, with correct acidity, ripeness and balance. Yet another fine match for seafood.",,19,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo San Mauro 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-san-mauro-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Pazo San Mauro
,White,Spain,"Zesty as all get out, with a touch of spritz. Full melon, nectarine and green-herb aromas set the stage for apricot, peach and citrus flavors. Hails from Condado do Tea and seems racier than most.",Laxas,,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,As Laxas 2005 Laxas Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/as-laxas-2005-laxas-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,As Laxas
13,White,New Zealand,"Winemaker Nick Goldschmidt has returned to his native country to craft this prototypical Marlborough Sauvignon. Herbal, grassy scents accent pink grapefruit and melon aromas, while these same notes persist on the palate and through a moderately long finish.",,16,89,Marlborough,,,Forefathers 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Forefathers
13.5,Red,Spain,"Sometimes you come across an unfamiliar label and it strikes a chord. This wine blends several grapes with finesse and reserve. There's some cedar and toast aromas that lead to raspberry, cherry and coffee flavors. Shows classic acidity, dryness and balance.",Crianza,13,89,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Eolo 2000 Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eolo-2000-crianza-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Eolo
15.5,White,South Africa,"Heavily oaked, with toasty vanilla aromas, this full wine still manages a high acidic core along with a round exterior. Peach pit and melon flavors stand up to buttery oak, while the finish is long. The alcohol (15.5%) does show on the finish, leaving the throat warm. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Babylons Toren,30,89,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2004 Babylons Toren Viognier (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2004-babylons-toren-viognier-paarl/,Viognier,2004,Backsberg
13.5,Red,Italy,"A varietal Merlot that is dark, masculine and pure, even if it stumbles toward raisiny and syrupy. What keeps it in motion is the brightness of the palate, where cherry, plum and chocolate dance in harmony. Probably best to drink soon, which will maximize vibrancy.",Girolamo,50,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2000 Girolamo Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2000-girolamo-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2000,Castello di Bossi
,Red,US,"Good concentrated, almost jammy fruit ñ strawberry preserves streaked with coffee. This is showing a lot of tannin also, mixed flavors of black tea, silage, soy and balsamic. It's a very interesting wine that needs more time to completely knit together.",Kiana,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2003 Kiana Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2003-kiana-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,WillaKenzie Estate
,Red,US,"Lush and extracted, spicy and full-bodied, this is a wonderful effort that showcases the ripeness of the 2003s. Spicy, tannic and laden with grace notes of mineral, iodine and licorice.",Aliette,36,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2003 Aliette Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2003-aliette-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,WillaKenzie Estate
14,Red,South Africa,"With time to open in the glass, this wine shows what it's made of. Dark berry and Melba sauce aromas have a creamy quality, while the mouth is loaded with dark chocolate, plum, and smoke. The tannins are already smooth, along with easy acids that lead to a long, smoky finish.. Imported by Cape Classics.",,48,90,Western Cape,,,Sanctum 2003 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctum-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2003,Sanctum
13.5,White,New Zealand,"The first SB of the new vintage to cross our tasting table, and hopefully a sign of good things to come, with bold gooseberry aromas and hints of melon, peach and sweat. Medium-bodied, with a creamy mouthfeel and a long, spicy finish. Drink now.",Private Bin,19,90,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2006 Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2006-private-bin-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Villa Maria
13,Red,Italy,"Just reaches the cut of excellence with its attractively stewed nose that packs in plenty of blueberry and other jammy dark-fruit aromas. Well-oaked but not overdone, with cherry, cassis, tobacco and chocolate all in equal, balanced portions. Villa La Selva is a good label with true-to-form Tuscan wines; its blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet is on the money.",Merlo Rosso,54,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa La Selva 2001 Merlo Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-selva-2001-merlo-rosso-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2001,Villa La Selva
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A subtle, elegant nose displays cassis, soy, vanilla and green bean aromas. Many of Groot Constantia's wines, including this one, have a silky mouthfeel, with just the right amount of oak balancing the soft tannins and acidity. Mixed berry, bell pepper and tobacco flavors continue through a decently long finish.",Gouverneurs Reserve,32,89,Constantia,,,Groot Constantia 2003 Gouverneurs Reserve Red (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groot-constantia-2003-gouverneurs-reserve-red-constantia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Groot Constantia
12,White,Spain,"Full and robust in its approach. The bouquet is fragrant and expansive, with melon and honey aromas pouring forth with gusto. The flavors are quite delicious, a near-perfect blend of apple, melon and citrus. The word on the street is that 2005 Albariños offer great fruit-to-acid balance. This wine is an example of just that.",,18,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Vionta 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vionta-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Vionta
15,White,US,"Drinkable now for its thick but ripely sweet tannins, this Cab has blue and black fruit and berry flavors, like blackberries, plums, black raspberries and cola, enhanced with spicy, charry oak. What a long, beautiful finish.",Vallerga Vineyard,59,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Thomas Fogarty 2002 Vallerga Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2002-vallerga-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Thomas Fogarty
14,Red,Italy,"Tenuta Sette Ponti's internationally styled blend is heavy and dense, a mirror image of the hot '03 vintage. Thus it pours on the blackberry, plum and fudge flavors with gusto. This is a seriously fat, opulent red that would weigh in as a heavyweight at any wrestling match. Still, it's delicious and quite balanced. Drink from 2007 through 2009.",Oreno,100,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2003 Oreno Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2003-oreno-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Tenuta Sette Ponti
14.4,Red,US,"This is more tannic and full-bodied than most Cab Francs, more akin to Cabernet Sauvignon, and with darker berry and stone fruit flavors. That must be because of Reverie's steep mountainside vineyard. The black cherry fruit is ripe, but it's elbowed aside by those tough tannins. Still, it doesn't seem like an ager. Best now with a great steak.",,45,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2003 Cabernet Franc (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2003-cabernet-franc-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Reverie
13.5,Red,Italy,"Nothing is understated here. This is a huge, brawny red wine with ripe cherry preserve, prune, chocolate fudge, smoke, tobacco, black pepper and resin-like notes that sees 16 months of oak aging. It's very ripe and concentrated, with velvety tannins and a smoky aftertaste.",Il Pareto,60,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Nozzole 2001 Il Pareto Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-nozzole-2001-il-pareto-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Tenuta di Nozzole
14.5,White,New Zealand,"Ultratoasty and vanilla-laden on the nose, but peeking out from behind the boards are ripe peaches and oranges. This is lavishly oaked, but it works, with peach and tropical fruit flavors buttressing layers of vanilla and toast. Drink over the next year or two. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Omaka Reserve,25,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2004 Omaka Reserve Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2004-omaka-reserve-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Saint Clair
14.5,White,South Africa,"Rustenberg has been one of South Africa's top estates in recent years, and this wine is one of the reasons. Big, modern and heavily oaked, the 2003 vintage has plenty of ripe tropical fruit and firm acidity to match the brawny power and toasty flavor.  The finish is amazing, leaving a warm fuzzy sensation that travels beyond the mouth. Elite and awesome.",Five Soldiers,38,90,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2003 Five Soldiers Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2003-five-soldiers-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2003,Rustenberg
,Red,US,"Smooth and supple, this well-rounded Pinot tastes of cherries, raspberries and pomegranate. It's soft and silky in the mouth, with good mid palate depth; very clean and fruity through the finish.",Olson Estate Vineyard,55,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Torii Mor 2004 Olson Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2004-olson-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Torii Mor
13.5,Red,Italy,"Earthy and ripe, with lovely black fruit mixing with cedary wood on the nose. Plum, blackberry and chocolate flavors make for a well-known and likable flavor profile, while the toasty finish deals touches of balsamic vinegar and licorice. Unassailable as a total package.",La Vite,26,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Lucente 2001 La Vite Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucente-2001-vite-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Lucente
13.5,Red,Italy,"Incredibly ripe and ready, with aromas of rubber, bacon and deep, luscious plum. Good fruit carries the palate, and along the way you'll get cherry, strawberry and distant coconut flavors. With vanilla and cream on the finish, all is complete.",Nectar Dei,90,90,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fattoria Nittardi 2003 Nectar Dei  (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-nittardi-2003-nectar-sangiovese-maremma/,Sangiovese,2003,Fattoria Nittardi
8.5,White,Germany,"Plump in the mouth but backed by strong acidity, this spätlese offers impressive value. Pineapple, green apple and citrus flavors are joined by a streak of dusty minerals that give this a drier-than-expected finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,19,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium 2004 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/friedrich-wilhelm-gymnasium-2004-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium
14.4,Red,US,"Here's a nice glass of Cab, rich and dry and ripe. It has forward flavors of jammy blackberries, black cherries and cassis, with very rich, thick, complex tannins, but it's so sweet in fruit and so velvety, it's instantly drinkable.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Frank Family
13.8,Red,Italy,"This wine is deeply toasted, boasting almost campfire-like notes lavished over aromas of prune, blackberry, tobacco, leather and a hint of cherry liqueur. Roasted peanuts are another immediately recognizable aromatic component. Velvety in the mouth with firm tannins and a nice acid-to-fruit balance.",Nemo,50,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Monsanto 2001 Nemo Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2001-nemo-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Castello di Monsanto
,Red,US,"Your first impression is of a rich, well-structured, important Cabernet. It impresses with ripe, cassis-laced fruit and lush, sweet tannins. Oak provides seasoning, but doesn't dominate this dry, elegant Cab. Drink now through 2010.",,52,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-stags-leap-district-62046/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chimney Rock
,Red,US,"This is bigger, bolder and less supple than the Elevage Rouge, with more monochromatic cassis flavors framed by oaky notes of vanilla and cinnamon. Turns a bit chocolaty on the finish. While the Elevage will match roasts, this is more of a steak wine.",,52,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chimney Rock
,White,Spain,"To date, this year's best value among Spanish white wines is this simple but lovely fruit bomb of an Albariño from the quality-driven Martín Códax cooperative. It literally overflows with peach blossom aromas and melon flavors. Brightly labeled with orange print, it's hard to miss. And you wouldn't want to.",,12,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Burgáns 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgans-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Burgáns
14.9,Red,US,"Loaded with tons of ripely opulent fruit and floral flavors that just don't quit. Peach, quince, pineapple, honeysuckle, vanilla, buttered toast and spice all mingle through the long finish. Plus, it has a wonderfully lush and creamy texture.",,24,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 2004 Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2004-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2004,Bridlewood
14.2,Red,US,"Huge wine, young and tannic, almost bitter now and not offering much relief. But of course you don't buy Beringer PR tonight. There is indeed enormous Cabernet flavor deep down inside, offering oodles of blackberries and cherries and charry new oak, but there's also a warning note of prune. Best after 2008.",Private Reserve,116,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2002 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2002-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Beringer
,Red,US,"A bit sterner than the 2002, this is a wine that needs 3-4 years to settle down and round off some rough edges. Cherry and beet aromas ease into plum and black cherry flavors. Medium-weight, with a long finish that bodes well for aging.",,30,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 2001 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-2001-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Hamacher
,White,Spain,"Our favorite among this winery's 2005s, Ambar offers tight, dry, precise aromas backed by driving flavors of melon, peach and orange-blossom honey. Very much on the spot; an Albariño that you can't go wrong with.",Ambar,19,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Granbazán 2005 Ambar Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granbazan-2005-ambar-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Granbazán
,Red,US,"From organically grown (and certified) grapes, this tart, spicy, silky Pinot shows a lot of class and style. The fruit glides onto the palate, with a pleasing mix of cherries, berries, rhubarb and pomegranate. The acids and tannins are balanced and firm, and there are appropriate herbal components that let you know it's Pinot and not Zinfandel.",Domaine,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,King Estate 2003 Domaine Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2003-domaine-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,King Estate
14.5,Red,US,"Opens with a lovely perfume, that sharp, recognizable whiff of ripe Cabernet fruit and toasty new oak. Cherries, cassis, wintergreen, spice and anise in the mouth. Made in a more delicate, elegant style than many others, and so appealing for its silk and satin texture.",,60,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Hoopes 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoopes-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hoopes
14.5,Red,US,"Made from Dijon clones, this Pinot, from two vineyards in Sebastopol, shows classic coastal character in its firm dryness, crisp acidity, elegant mouthfeel and fruity flavors that, while ripe, finish with a rich touch of earthy mushrooms and herbs. It's a first-rate Pinot, at its youthful best now.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,MacPhail
14.5,Red,US,"Tannic and young and dry. This adolescent Cab is locked down now, but it shows the flash and structure associated with this vineyard. Is it an ager? Hard to tell, because it's more elegant than powerful, and you have to wonder if the fruit will outlive the tannins. The betting is on longevity. Drink 2008–2015.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,85,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 2002 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2002-monte-rosso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Louis M. Martini
,Red,US,"Scores high on the deliciousness scale, with melted chocolate, blackberry jam, red cherry pie and vanilla-coffee flavors. What's not to like? This Merlot-based wine is soft and creamy and dry. It's one of the best Bordeaux-style reds to come out of this valley.",Eros,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2003 Eros Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2003-eros-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Sunstone
13,Red,Italy,"Encouraging from the beginning, where aromas of cherry, plum, wood grain, lemon peel and olive draw you in. Deep and pure on the palate, with ultraripe, defined and delicious red-fruit flavors. Smooth and lasting, with mouthfilling tannins and snap.",Felciaia,28,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa La Selva 2001 Felciaia Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-selva-2001-felciaia-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Villa La Selva
14,Red,New Zealand,"Full-bodied yet supple, this darkly colored Pinot marries a slight leafiness with black cherry fruit. Subtle spice shadings add nuance, while the standout finish lingers, playing a citrusy tang against deeper plum bass notes. Another solid effort from a consistently excellent producer.",Block 5,62,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2004 Block 5 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2004-block-5-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Felton Road
7.5,White,Germany,"Bargain-priced eiswein doesn't grow on trees (it's picked from frozen vines), but this offering is excellent. Honey and baked apple scents lead into flavors of poached or baked apple and pears, touched with a hint of bergamot. Clean and focused on the finish, so it doesn't end up sticky and cloying.",Eiswein,19,90,Pfalz,,,Rudolf Müller 2004 Eiswein Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudolf-muller-2004-eiswein-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,Rudolf Müller
14.7,Red,US,"It's been several years since I last tasted a Frazier Cab, but this '03 brought back memories of the excellent '99. It's not quite as rich, but is classically structured. From a cooler part of the valley, it blends dried herbs in with the black currants.",,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Frazier
13.9,Red,US,"The vineyard is directly across from Diamond Creek's, just a short walk, but with different soils and exposures. The wine is completely different, showing firmer, harder tannins and a youthful stubbornness. This is a tight young wine, but five to seven years should soften and sweeten it.",,55,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Reverie
9,White,Germany,"Starts with beautifully defined aromas of green apple and lime, then adds tangerine flavors to the mix on the palate. It's not heavy, but it's not light, either, deftly balancing acid, alcohol and sugar. Long and minerally on the finish.",Enkircher Batterieberg Spätlese,38,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Immich-Batterieberg 2004 Enkircher Batterieberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/immich-batterieberg-2004-enkircher-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Immich-Batterieberg
13,Red,Italy,"Dark and tight, with toasted, masculine aromas that hint at barrique aging. The palate is serious and firm as it houses dark berry and plum flavors along with chocolate and smoke. A forward wine that should please most fans of Tuscan Sangiovese.",Genius Loci,26,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Burchino 2003 Genius Loci Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burchino-2003-genius-loci-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Burchino
13,Red,Italy,"Berry jam, open oak and earth aromas come together after airing, and in the mouth there's blackberry, dark plum and chocolate flavors. The finish is a bit reserved and toasty, and while the wine may not deliver the most complex secondary characteristics, it's on the money and exceedingly likable. A blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.",Summus,66,90,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 2001 Summus Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2001-summus-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2001,Castello Banfi
,Red,US,"Elegantly combines notes of black cherries, peppery herbs and smoke on the nose, then smoothly glides into a supple, medium-weight palate. Still shows a bit of tannin on the finish. Drink or hold.",,,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Hamacher
13,Red,Italy,"A super solid super Tuscan that mostly blends Merlot and Colorino with nice results. Berry marmalade with hints of marzipan, cinnamon and vanilla work the nose, backed by tangy but serious red fruit. This is a very drinkable wine that's ready to go today.",Selvascura,29,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Guicciardini Strozzi 2001 Selvascura Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guicciardini-strozzi-2001-selvascura-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2001,Guicciardini Strozzi
7,White,Germany,"This winery seems to be moving from strength to strength, turning out thickly concentrated yet precise wines in 2003 and now offering this lithe, succulent 2004 auslese. Lime and green apple aromas even smell refreshing, while the sweet apple and pineapple flavors are balanced by ample, yet soft, acids. A mouthwatering finish just adds to the package.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Auslese,40,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2004 Trittenheimer Apotheke Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2004-trittenheimer-apotheke-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Grans-Fassian
14,Red,Italy,"Sicily has proved itself a worthy territory for Cabernet Sauvignon and this wine from the island's southeast corner is tightly packed with aromas of spice, licorice, vanilla, earth, iron, bay leaf, dried herbs and a playful touch of crushed raspberry. It does not boast the same density as other over-extracted Cabernets because it counts on elegance, not muscle.",San Rocco,50,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2001 San Rocco Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2001-san-rocco-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Feudo Principi di Butera
13,White,New Zealand,"This Italian outpost of the Antinori clan has crafted an elegant yet mouthfilling Sauvignon that manages to inject a sense of Old World minerality into its New World fruit. Pungently grassy scents are backed by stone fruit and citrus, while a trace of minerality graces the long, pink-grapefruit finish.",,16,90,Marlborough,,,Mount Nelson 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-nelson-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Mount Nelson
,White,US,"Try this if you're curious what Chardonnay does when it's just starting to develop bottle complexities. The primary fruit is fading, leaving behind dried apricot, quince and peach flavors with overtones of herbs and clay. The wine is super-dry and remains high in acidity. Should hang in there through this decade.",,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2001 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2001,Mount Eden Vineyards
7.5,White,Germany,"A step up from the 2003 offerings from this estate, with clean, vibrant aromas of vanilla, melons and white peaches. Flavors are similar, with just enough citrus to balance the sweetness. It's plump, yet spry and light on its feet—an attractive combination.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Auslese*,42,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Clusserath-Weiler 2004 Trittenheimer Apotheke Auslese* Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clusserath-weiler-2004-trittenheimer-apotheke-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Clusserath-Weiler
,Red,US,"This modestly priced effort is a blend of four Willamette Valley vineyards. Winemaker Laurent Montalieu applies his sophisticated skills to craft a very classy, barrel-fermented, aromatic Pinot Noir. Just the right mix of berries and tart red fruits, with floral nuances and a hint of earthy herb. This delicious, complex wine shows why less expensive vineyard blends often outshine the pricey, single-vineyard Oregon Pinots.",Grand Cuvée,25,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Soléna 2003 Grand Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2003-grand-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Soléna
14.2,White,US,"Forward in tropical pineapple and lime pie flavors, and well-oaked, this Chard has a lush, creamy texture. What gives pause is the very high acidity leading to a tart finish. Strong enough to cut through lobster, but has the firmness of structure to develop over the next five years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,39,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Testarossa
,White,Spain,"A single-estate Albariño with clean minerality accenting flowery, grassy aromas. In the mouth, it'sforward and finely chiseled, with pure apple, papaya and saline flavors. Not run of the mill, and for that we like it a lot.",Torre La Moreira,19,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Marqués de Vizhoja 2005 Torre La Moreira Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-vizhoja-2005-torre-moreira-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Marqués de Vizhoja
,White,US,"Celilo grows some of the most distinctive and eagerly sought-after Chardonnay in Washington, and this little-known producer does a stand-up job with the fruit. Gorgeously etched with bright lime tones around fresh apple/pear fruit; good concentration, balance and length in a subtle style that shows the minerality to full advantage.",Celilo Vineyard,19,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),San Juan Vineyards 2004 Celilo Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2004-celilo-vineyard-chardonnay-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Chardonnay,2004,San Juan Vineyards
13.5,Red,Italy,"Not the best vintage  for Sassicaia enthusiasts or collectors, but certainly noteworthy thanks to defined herbal aromas such as rosemary and sage backed by black plum, black berry, tobacco, cigar box and leather. The mouthfeel is velvety and supple with unmistakable elegance delivered over a long, menthol-like finish.",Sassicaia,180,90,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta San Guido 2002 Sassicaia  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-guido-2002-sassicaia-cabernet-sauvignon-bolgheri/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Tenuta San Guido
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Te Kairanga continues to refine its Pinot Noir program, now making this Runholder bottling as a midrange offering. It's a nice wine for early consumption, combining soft tannins with floral (violet) scents and black cherry and plum flavors. Finishes with dried spice notes.",Runholder,30,90,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2004 Runholder Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2004-runholder-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Te Kairanga
13.5,Red,Italy,"Graham cracker, raisin and citrus peel match wits with dark-fruit aromas; ultimately the bouquet is quite nice. Forward and full in the mouth, with black cherry and dark plum flavors. With no holes and plenty of ripeness, this is a fine wine that will appeal to those who like their bold fruit.",Ser Gioveto,42,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 1999 Ser Gioveto Sangiovese Grosso (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1999-ser-gioveto-sangiovese-grosso-toscana/,Sangiovese Grosso,1999,Rocca delle Macìe
14,Red,Italy,"Francesco Bolla is a man with a mission: To make the best red blend in Maremma. This beautifully balanced assembly of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese, Alicante and Cabernet Franc is the estate's sole product. It has weighty plum and red cherry fruit, ground coffee bean, hay, white peppercorn, dried rose petal and leather. It is firmly tannic and persistent in the mouth, while the nose offers hickory and berry aromas.",Dròmos,60,90,Tuscany,Maremma,,Poggio Verrano 2003 Dròmos  (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-verrano-2003-dromos-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2003,Poggio Verrano
14.9,Red,US,"This shows substantial layers of herb and leaf, precise, persistent and penetrating. There is an unusual spiciness as well, a minty note. Overall the wine, though the fruit is somewhat muted, seems well-made and authentic; a Pinot lover's Pinot that makes a genuine effort to display its natural terroir-driven flavors.",Anden Vineyard,60,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Polk County,Torii Mor 2004 Anden Vineyard Pinot Noir (Polk County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2004-anden-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-polk-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Torii Mor
,Red,US,"Here's a likeable, complex Pinot, rich in varietal flavor and dry. The silky mouthfeel is elegant, while the cherry, cocoa, rhubarb and cola fruit is expressive and satisfying through the long, pepper-spicy finish. Drink now.",Reserve,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kenwood
,White,US,"This winery's Chardonnays are long-lived, but that means they're tight and hard in youth. Even though this one's more than three years old, it's still high in acids and the fruit is locked down under a straitjacket of steel and minerals. Best left alone until 2007, and should hold for 10 years afterward.",,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2002 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2002-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2002,Mount Eden Vineyards
,Red,US,"Simultaneously fuller and crisper than the seamless '99, this may be one to hold a little while yet. A bit subdued on the nose relative to other vintages, but packs in plenty of fresh fruit flavors.",,,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Hamacher
13,White,New Zealand,"Shows wonderfully ripe, round character in its peach and tangerine aromas and flavors, yet also offers good complexity and length. There's a smoky, fumé note to the aromas and lingering citrus notes on the finish.",Te Muna Road Vineyard,22,90,Martinborough,,,Craggy Range 2005 Te Muna Road Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2005-te-muna-road-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Craggy Range
13,Red,Spain,"Violets, boysenberry and coffee make for an open, plump bouquet that functions as a red carpet for anyone willing to take the plunge. The palate is equally seductive and round, with deep, dark-fruit flavors topped with toast and chocolate. Stylish but forward; it's a wine most anyone should like.",Baltos,16,90,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2004 Baltos Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2004-baltos-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2004,Dominio de Tares
7.5,White,Germany,"Shows the bright, vibrant character of the vintage, marrying zesty lime notes with hints of minerals, sweet pineapple and green apple. Fresh and clean, with a mouthwatering finish that leaves you wanting another sip.",Hochheimer Domdechaney Spätlese,27,90,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2004 Hochheimer Domdechaney Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2004-hochheimer-domdechaney-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Domdechant Werner
13.6,Red,US,"Very similar to the '01, maybe a bit more tannic, this polished blend of all five Bordeaux varieties is firm in acids and tannins. The flavors are ripe and forward, of cassis, dark chocolate and tobacco. Might develop with four or five years of bottle age.",Marinus,44,90,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Bernardus 2002 Marinus Red (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2002-marinus-red-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Bernardus
13.5,Red,Italy,"The first aroma off this wine is like a good cigar; it's pure tobacco with a touch of background plum and berry. Lively, pure and snappy in the mouth, where raspberry, cherry and other red fruits mix with coffee and oak-based toast. Nicely textured for food; a touch zesty and raw by itself. The mix is 70% Sangiovese and 30% Cabernet.",Il Borgo,47,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cabreo 2001 Il Borgo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabreo-2001-il-borgo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Cabreo
,White,Spain,"This wine shows the potential and power of Valdeorras Godello, but at a fair price. It has a lot of minerality and acidity, but also a boatload of kiwi, green apple, papaya and white pepper. Unconventional for Spanish white wines and very much worth a look.",Val de Sil,18,90,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Bodegas Valderroa 2004 Val de Sil Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valderroa-2004-val-sil-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2004,Bodegas Valderroa
,White,Spain,"Treixadura-based, with Godello, Loureira and tiny portions of Albariño, Torrontes, Caino Blanca and Albilla. The whole, however, is all that counts, and this is simply an excellent white that's aromatic, dry as a bone, and fresh as spring.",Blanco,18,91,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Mein 2005 Blanco White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mein-2005-blanco-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2005,Viña Mein
8,White,Germany,"Rich and unctuous, but not a simple fruit-bomb of concentrated fruit, there's also great minerality and some kerosene. Apple, peach kernel and baking spice flavors end on a honeyed note.",Auslese,50,91,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2004 Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2004-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Schloss Vollrads
14.9,Red,US,"This is one of those tiny-production wines that gets tongues buzzing in San Francisco restaurants. The 100% Cab was aged for nearly two years in almost all new French oak. It is rich and flavorful in ripe blackberry and cassis fruit, with tannins co-contributed from the grapes and the barrels that suggest mid-term aging. It's a very fine, New World-style Cab that should be at its best between 2007 and 2010.",,100,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Scarecrow 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarecrow-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Scarecrow
14,Red,Italy,"Round and minty up front, with stylish dark-fruit aromas and a touch of char. An intense wine with deep cherry, toast and coffee flavors. The finish is ripe and moderately tannic, with herb notes and a lot of bitter chocolate. Sangiovese with 7% Merlot. Should age nicely through 2010.",Geremia,35,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca di Montegrossi 1999 Geremia Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montegrossi-1999-geremia-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Rocca di Montegrossi
7.5,White,Germany,"Like virtually all St. Urbans-Hof wines, this one starts off a bit sulfury, but the quality of the wine underneath is readily apparent, from its scents of slate and apple to flavors of white peach and melon. It's generous in fruit, yet restrained in texture, featuring an almost austere minerality that balances the wine's residual sugar. Cool and stony on the finish, this wine has a long future ahead of it.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Auslese,45,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2004 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2004-piesporter-goldtropfchen-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,St. Urbans-Hof
,Red,Italy,"Each spring, Sicily is covered with bushes of wild fennel and if you pay close attention you can smell its pungent fragrance on this 100% Cabernet. You'll also get generous notes of sage, green herb, red cherry, exotic spice, smoke, vanilla and toasted almond. This is a well-made and concentrated wine with tight tannins and an overall chewy quality.",,60,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Contea di Sclafani,,Tasca d'Almerita 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Contea di Sclafani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-contea-sclafani/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tasca d'Almerita
13,Red,Italy,"Seductively layered on the bouquet, where dried fruits, leather and earth create an Old World welcome party. Plenty of solid red-fruit flavors carry the palate of this Sangiovese/Malvasia Nera blend, and there are background notes of coffee, pepper and chocolate that add complexity. Will go great with meat or pasta.",Solare Vino di Tavola,95,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capannelle 1998 Solare Vino di Tavola Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capannelle-1998-solare-vino-tavola-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1998,Capannelle
,Red,US,"Here the fruit is pure blackberry, the tannins ripe and redolent of black tea, the wine smooth and rich. This pulls it all together; and puts it on a solid foundation of mineral and graphite.",Triple Black Slopes,55,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2003 Triple Black Slopes Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2003-triple-black-slopes-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,WillaKenzie Estate
,White,Spain,"In the past we've found this wine to be a bit flat and overwooded, but the '04 is balanced, fresh and downright lovely. Light vanilla and toast shadings accent bright peach and melon flavors, and the texture is something to behold. Excluding Valdeorras, this is Galician white wine in its most refined state.",Barrica,21,91,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Mein 2004 Barrica White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mein-2004-barrica-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2004,Viña Mein
14,Red,Italy,"Black as night, with heavy aromatics that range from soy and tobacco to prune and tar. Blackberry, cassis and fudge dominate the flavor profile on this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, while the overall take is one of size, integration and lushness. A wine made for early consumption.",Ghiaie dell Furba,50,91,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Capezzana 2000 Ghiaie dell Furba Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2000-ghiaie-dell-furba-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2000,Capezzana
14.9,Red,US,"The appellation is little known because so few wines bear it, but Cabs from here, notably Laurel Glen's, are notoriously long-lived. This wine is right there in terms of ageability. It's enormously strong in tannins now, and bone dry, offering only hints of what it could be. But it's a powerful, masculine wine that should hit its stride after 2010 and hold for another decade.",Reserve,60,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Martin Ray 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Martin Ray
,White,Spain,"A powerful wine with forceful minerality. Still, it's loaded with expressive fruit that falls squarely into the pineapple/mango category. Finishes crisp but precise, with notes of wet stone and lingering nips of green apple and peach.",Dona Rosa,17,91,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Adega Martínez Serantes 2005 Dona Rosa Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-martinez-serantes-2005-dona-rosa-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Adega Martínez Serantes
13.5,Red,Italy,"A well-oaked specimen, one with sandalwood, hickory, coffee and Middle Eastern spice notes on the nose. Big and generous with its plum, berry and thick but slick oak flavors. Simply put, this is a modern but finely made red that doesn't require cellar time; the blend is Sangiovese, Merlot and a splash of Cabernet.",,29,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,La Massa 2003 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massa-2003-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,La Massa
,White,US,"Hamacher is one of the founding members of the Oregon Chardonnay Alliance (ORCA), and this wine is a shining example of what heights Oregon Chardonnay can achieve. Smoky and nutty at first, it opens to reveal white peach and melon flavors that gradually supplant the oak notes. Richly textured and full-bodied, it also boasts serious length on the finish.",Cuvée Forêts Diverses,30,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 2002 Cuvée Forêts Diverses Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-2002-cuvee-forets-diverses-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Hamacher
14.9,Red,US,"Very oaky, with scads of toast, caramel and smoky vanilla, and the Cabernet Sauvignon fruit stars with its cassis flavors. This is a dark, rich wine, young in tannins, bone dry, and easily on a par with the wonderful '01. This bottling is raising the Cabernet bar in Paso Robles.",Cuvée Pau,50,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2002 Cuvée Pau Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2002-cuvee-pau-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,J. Lohr
14.3,Red,US,"Way too young to enjoy now, to judge by the awkward way the parts jostle against each other. Sharp-elbowed tannins and citrusy acids battle with  jammy blackberry tart flavors and fresh, spicy oak that is unintegrated. But this seems like a very fine cellar candidate. Start drinking in 2007, and should improve for a decade.",Reserve,36,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,William Hill Estate
,White,Spain,"A small portion of the wine went through malolactic fermentation, so it offers a lovely roundness. Features floral aromas backed by pure tangerine and nectarine flavors. Registers more fruity and smooth than mineral, with a perfect finish.",,22,91,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo de Señorans 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-senorans-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Pazo de Señorans
,Red,US,"Showing the big, forward, ripe fruit that is currently in favor in California, this Pinot is high in acidity, with a bracing quality despite rich cherry, cola, rhubarb and mocha flavors and a hint of sautéed mushrooms. It's bone dry, and has a young, sappy quality that suggests midterm aging. Drink now–2010.",,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2002 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2002-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2002,Mount Eden Vineyards
14.2,Red,US,"Trilogy used to be made from three Bordeaux varieties; hence the name. The '03 is all five, dominated by Cab Sauvignon. The wine is a little hard now, keeping itself aloof due to the tannins. Yet it has deep, blue and black fruit flavors and a Margaux-like elegance and harmony, and should develop quite well over the next 10 years.",Trilogy,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2003 Trilogy Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2003-trilogy-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"The winery continues its string of successes in the difficult 2003 vintage, with another dense, soft, lush and elegant single vineyard release. Intense and sweetly fruity, it shows strong raspberry and cherry character that is nicely integrated with the toast and caramel of new French oak. Ripe and drinking well, it nonetheless has the structure to age a while.",Jerusalem Hill Vineyard,75,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2003 Jerusalem Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2003-jerusalem-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Serene
13.5,Red,Italy,"Imagine a spot of green, such as a fava bean, wrapped tight with aromas of leafy spinach, Indian spice, tree bark, tobacco and plum and that's what is delivered beautifully to the nose. There is also a delicate balance of flavors in the mouth followed by dry, dusty tannins.",,24,91,Central Italy,Colli Bolognesi,,Bonfiglio 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colli Bolognesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonfiglio-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-colli-bolognesi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Bonfiglio
13.5,Red,Italy,"Rich and ripe, with a bit of prune, mincemeat and tobacco. Very well put together, with blackberry and dark plum flavors floating on wide tannins that are present but not piercing. Finishes smooth and full, with likable notes of dark chocolate.",Ripa Delle More,44,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Vicchiomaggio 2001 Ripa Delle More Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-vicchiomaggio-2001-ripa-delle-more-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Castello Vicchiomaggio
13,Red,Italy,"This lovely Tuscan Cabernet is blended with 10% Merlot and aged two years in French oak to render a softer, velvet-like wine that is an absolute joy to drink. The aromas are deep and penetrating and include sweet milk chocolate, cherry berry, leather, coffee and tobacco. The wine makes an excellent impression in the mouth with a long tail of roasted espresso bean and candied cherry.",Cignale,68,91,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Castello di Querceto 2003 Cignale Cabernet Sauvignon (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-querceto-2003-cignale-cabernet-sauvignon-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Castello di Querceto
13.5,Red,Italy,"A suave Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon blend with dark, minty, cola aromas that mix with serious red-fruit notes to create a character-packed bouquet. The palate is as ripe and aggressive as you want, but with good balance. Throughout the oak is present but integrated. Can hold through 2010 without much effort.",Corbaia,50,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2000 Corbaia Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2000-corbaia-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Castello di Bossi
13.5,Red,Italy,"The appellation isn't well known but based on the current line of Salustri reds we can say that Sangiovese from Montecucco in Tuscany has its merits. This wine is ripe with black cherry aromas and flavors. It's pure, sweet, balanced and tasty. Best from 2007 through 2011.",Santa Marta,28,92,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Salustri 2003 Santa Marta  (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salustri-2003-santa-marta-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2003,Salustri
14.5,Red,US,"Soft, ripe and totally voluptuous, showing gorgeously ripe fruit and tannins. Seductive and delicious. Doesn't seem built for the long haul, but defines Rutherford's red stone fruit, and slightly earthy appeal.",Reserve,70,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frank Family 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Frank Family
14,Red,Italy,"Always a fine choice among super Tuscans, Tassinaia blends one-third each of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet to a rousing result. The big nose takes a while to unwind, revealing deep black fruit and leather. Big and firm in the mouth, with unwavering structure and full boysenberry and other dark-fruit flavors. Drinkable now but will hold nicely for another few years.",Tassinaia,45,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2001 Tassinaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2001-tassinaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2001,Castello del Terriccio
13.5,Red,Italy,"A wine that plays the finesse card like an ace: Elegant fragrances of blackberry, clove, cinnamon, toasted nuts and smoky oak spice are woven tightly together without ever being overstated. Dusty tannins and cherry-mint flavors kick in and fuel a long, satisfying finish. There is a small Cabernet Franc component.",Collezione de Marchi,60,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Isole e Olena 2001 Collezione de Marchi Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isole-e-olena-2001-collezione-marchi-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Isole e Olena
18,Dessert,US,"Tastes like a fortified Madeira, for good reason. Fermentation was halted with 190.5 proof grape spirits, when sugar level was 9%. With 18% alcohol, it's quite sweet, with apricot honey, crème brûlée and reduced tangerine juice flavors, in a thick, dense texture.",Ancient Vine Angelica,120,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gypsy Canyon NV Ancient Vine Angelica Mission (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gypsy-canyon-nv-ancient-vine-angelica-other-red-mission-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Mission,,Gypsy Canyon
,Red,Italy,"Full and forward, yet it's not at all jammy or overdone. The nose is stately while the palate features electro-charged plum and cherry flavors softened ever so slightly by chocolate. Finishes toasty and warm, with oak and pepper. The total package in maturing Tuscan wine; drink now through 2009.",Solare,85,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capannelle 1999 Solare Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capannelle-1999-solare-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Capannelle
,White,Spain,"From extremely old Godello vines, this barrel-fermented wine comes only in magnums. It's currently showing a lot of oak, but it's also extremely well structured. It has an acid backbone that nobody could crack. Very serious, with intense apple, pear and minerality. Much like a fine Burgundy.",Pedrouzos 1.5L,80,92,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Bodegas Valderroa 2004 Pedrouzos 1.5L Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valderroa-2004-pedrouzos-15l-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2004,Bodegas Valderroa
13.6,Red,US,"No one else in Rutherford is making Cabs this tannic, and while the wine isn't really representative of its appellation, it's a dramatic, young cellar candidate. The fruity heart is ripe in blackberry, black cherry and unsweetened dark chocolate, with a compellingly long finish. Like its sister Cabs, it should begin to be drinkable by 2008, and hold for many years after.",Quarry Vineyard,90,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beringer 2001 Quarry Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-quarry-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Beringer
13.5,White,US,"Brilliantly sharp, penetrating Sauvignon. Opens with intense aromas of gooseberry, grapefruit juice, lime, apricot, tart green apple and white pepper, leading to a rich, very dry, high-acid wine of great depth, charm and complexity. From the cool, long vintage of 2005, it is simply great Sauvignon Blanc.",Paradiso de Maria,29,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Benziger 2005 Paradiso de Maria Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2005-paradiso-maria-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Benziger
14.6,Red,US,"It's sometimes overlooked that Jess Jackson produces very small quantities of competitive wines such as this. This 100% Cabernet is a mountain wine, dense in tannins and very dry, yet intense in classically Cabernet black currant fruit. The all new French oak feels natural. As good as it is, more refinement is necessary, but Anakota is a label worth watching.",Helena Dakota Vineyard,80,92,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Anakota 2002 Helena Dakota Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakota-2002-helena-dakota-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Anakota
14.1,Red,US,Shows lots of rich varietal character and classy tannins that frame cassis and mocha flavors  that finish dry. There's a bit of sharpness mid-palate that suggests a few years of age will help the wine work out its kinks. Best 2007–2009.,Cloverdale Ranch,22,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pellegrini 2003 Cloverdale Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2003-cloverdale-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pellegrini
,White,Spain,"A bit zesty to start, with a touch of mineral on the nose. Flavorwise, we're talking apple, peach and nectarine. A solid wine with good balance and nothing out or the ordinary.",,15,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Valmiñor 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valminor-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Valmiñor
14.2,Red,US,"Lots of new-oaky char and unintegrated wood sap in this dry, tannic wine, with ripe black currant, cherry and chocolate flavors. It's not particularly drinkable now, such are the astringent tannins, so try cellaring it.",Ten Year Anniversary,90,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clark-Clauden 2003 Ten Year Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clark-clauden-2003-ten-year-anniversary-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Clark-Clauden
13.5,Red,Italy,"Blame it on the vintage, but this blend from an esteemed Bolgheri estate seems a little underripe and volatile, even if it's mostly balanced, upright and serious. The plum and raspberry flavors are short but good, while the finish is easy and wet, albeit dilute. Has its moments and its weaknesses.",Le Serre Nuove,50,86,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2002 Le Serre Nuove  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-2002-le-serre-nuove-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2002,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
13.5,Red,Spain,"Young and jumpy is this blend of Cabernet, Tempranillo and Merlot. The nose is dense and woody, with charcoal darkness. Tart blackberry flavors control the oily palate. Seems to be all over the place but goes down fairly well.",Crianza,19,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Arteaga 2000 Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arteaga-2000-crianza-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2000,Arteaga
14,White,South Africa,"Banana and popcorn vie on the nose before continuing in the mouth, where oak offers dusty vanilla flavors along with white citrus. Medium-bodied, this wine has plenty of acidity, giving it a tart finish with more popcorn flavors.",Goat Door,14,85,Coastal Region,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2005 Goat Door Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2005-goat-door-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2005,Goats do Roam Wine Co.
,Red,US,"A very tannic, rustic, earthy wine, whose burnt sugar, raisined fruit suggests grapes left to hang a bit too long. This rough, rugged style may suit some palates, but it seems a bit brutal for Pinot Noir.",Reserve,35,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hip Chicks 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hip-chicks-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Hip Chicks
12,White,New Zealand,"Perfectly serviceable Marlborough Sauvignon, with slightly sweaty-musky aromas and passion fruit scents, followed by more subdued flavors and a short, fresh finish.",,15,84,Marlborough,,,Kono 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kono-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kono
14,Red,Italy,"Wide on the bouquet and extremely sulfuric. No amount of swirling succeeds in dispersing the gassy aromas, but underneath there's plum, berry and cherry flavors that are healthy and round. Nice mouthfeel and grabby tannins ensure a proper mouthfeel.",Ataison,40,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Arceno 2003 Ataison Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-arceno-2003-ataison-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Tenuta di Arceno
14.3,Red,US,"Rustic, country-style, but ripe in Cabernet fruit, with a rich tannin structure and a long, dry finish. Shows real polish in the upfront blackberry, cherry and currant flavors.",Angeline,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Martin Ray 2004 Angeline Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2004-angeline-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Martin Ray
13.5,Red,France,"Shows some cedary oak on the nose, then slightly Port-like, raisin and chocolate flavors emblematic of the vintage. It's chunky and full in the mouth, finishing with dusty notes and a hint of bacon fat.",Collection Series,38,84,Burgundy,Santenay,,Origin 2003 Collection Series  (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2003-collection-series-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2003,Origin
13.5,Red,Spain,"Jammy and candied to start with. Black cherry, boysenberry and plum flavors are friendly but basic, while the texture and finish are nothing to take issue with. Perfectly fruity and easy, but runs short on complexity.",,12,84,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Alquézar 2004 Moristel (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alquezar-2004-spanish-red-moristel-somontano/,Moristel,2004,Alquézar
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine starts off light, with acidity pushing it towards tartness. Cranberry flavors match the light feel, accompanied by cedary spice. The nose is unrevealing, but at this price just sip, swallow and enjoy. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,9,84,Western Cape,,,KWV 2003 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2003-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2003,KWV
13,White,New Zealand,"Kumeu River's entry-level Chard is now available in the U.S., but it doesn't really compare to its upscale brethren. It's got pretty peach and citrus aromas and flavors, but not the richness, weight or length to warrant a higher rating. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Village,19,84,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2004 Village Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2004-village-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2004,Kumeu River
14.3,Red,US,"A bit too ripe, with the cassis fruit tinged with raisins, and overly soft, this Cab finishes with some tannic astringency. Doesn't seem like it's going anywhere, so drink now.",,55,84,California,Napa,Oakville,Groth 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Groth
12.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe to the point of raisiny, with milk chocolate and berry jam on the nose. The palate mixes the sweetness of liqueur with core tartness, and the final result isn't overly impressive. Leaves a shallow imprint at the finish line.",Borghini Baldovinetti (Armaiolo),43,84,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,San Fabiano 2000 Borghini Baldovinetti (Armaiolo) Sangiovese (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-2000-borghini-baldovinetti-armaiolo-sangiovese-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Sangiovese,2000,San Fabiano
13.8,Red,US,"Middling Cab, with cigarette stub and cherry-berry aromas and flavors. The flavors are pleasant and varietally true.",,30,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Markham
13,Red,Italy,"Raw and scattered, with aromas of cherry liqueur and berry jam. More tart than expected, with lean cherry and berry building a staunch flavor profile. Finishes a bit starchy and tannic. Not poor or funky, just lacking.",Spezieri,13,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Col d'Orcia 2004 Spezieri Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2004-spezieri-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Col d'Orcia
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Earth and chocolate aromas soon give way to less appealing Band-Aid, but the flavors maintain their integrity, showing plenty of plummy dark fruit, leather and sweet oak. Smooth tannins and high acidity leave your mouth clean after each sip. Imported by Cape Classics.",,10,83,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2004 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Indaba
12.5,White,Spain,"Hard and funky at first, with a nose that shows leather, scallion and bitter herbs. Seems to find its way a bit better in the mouth, where apple and papaya flavors are in the lead. Still, it remains unfocused and clumsy throughout.",,13,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Hermanos Lurton 2004 White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermanos-lurton-2004-white-rueda/,White Blend,2004,Hermanos Lurton
14,Red,Spain,"Sweet plum and raisin on the nose go heavy and dull after time exposed to air. The palate offers some raspberry flavor, but with tang and finishing bitterness. Thick but raw.",Ia,9,83,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Villarroya de la Sierra 2004 Ia Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villarroya-sierra-2004-ia-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2004,Villarroya de la Sierra
12,White,Spain,"Tilts the scale on the heavy side. The nose is bolstered by weighty applesauce and petrol yet the palate is surprisingly lean and lemony in terms of flavors. Rather oily, and not endowed with much brightness.",,20,83,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Villarei 2003 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villarei-2003-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2003,Villarei
13.5,Rose,Spain,"Candied and round, with tangy melon and citrus flavors. Does best early on before losing focus and finishing flat. There is okay feel and balance to it but little in the way of backing depth. Imported by VinLozano Imports.",Molendores Rosado,11,83,Northern Spain,Vino Tierra de León,,Villacezan 2005 Molendores Rosado Prieto Picudo (Vino Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villacezan-2005-molendores-rosado-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-vino-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2005,Villacezan
13.5,Rose,Spain,"Prieto Picudo is the grape, and the wine yields robust aromas of radish and red fruits. Very tangy, almost citrusy on the palate. Finishes quite lean and tart. A screechy wine without a lot of happiness.",VCZ Molendores,15,83,Northern Spain,Vino Tierra de León,,Villacezan 2004 VCZ Molendores Prieto Picudo (Vino Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villacezan-2004-vcz-molendores-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-vino-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2004,Villacezan
,Red,Italy,"Exceedingly lean and tart, with crisp cherry aromas that indicate that what's to come will be stripped back and tight. And what do you know? The palate is all about tart cherry, cranberry and red raspberry, all sitting on a bed of prickly acidity. Not what most are looking for in a full-priced Tuscan red.",La Sughera Rosso,25,83,Tuscany,San Gimignano,,Pietrafitta 2000 La Sughera Rosso Red (San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-2000-sughera-rosso-red-san-gimignano/,Red Blend,2000,Pietrafitta
14.2,Red,US,"The acidity is a bit too high, making for a stinging mouthfeel, and the cherry flavors are out of whack, with some unripe green notes, on this bone-dry, somewhat simple wine.",San Floriano Vineyard,22,83,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Piedra Creek 2004 San Floriano Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piedra-creek-2004-san-floriano-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Piedra Creek
13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark and smoky, almost like a burnt wooden match on top of plum purée. Runs a bit tart in the mouth for Syrah, with red raspberry and cherry flavors. Firm and lean in the mouth.",Mas La Roca Selección Especial,30,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,Vallformosa 2000 Mas La Roca Selección Especial Syrah (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-2000-mas-roca-seleccion-especial-shiraz-syrah-syrah-penedes/,Syrah,2000,Vallformosa
14.6,Red,US,"Last year's Cab was lean and funky. This year, it's too sweet. They kept the alcohol to 14.6%, but the wine tastes like it has residual sugar, with overtly sweet blackberry and cherry pie filling flavors.",,50,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Longfellow 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longfellow-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Longfellow
13,Rose,Spain,"This perennial bargain-basement red offers solid fruit with herbal overtones, while the flavor profile veers toward cherries and licorice. Gets raisiny and more ponderous the more time you spend analyzing it.",,7,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,René Barbier 2003 Tempranillo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-2003-tempranillo-penedes/,Tempranillo,2003,René Barbier
13.5,Red,Spain,"More savory and spicy than fruity, with bramble and leather aromas dominating any sweetness that might want to escape. A touch aggressive in the mouth, with lively but hard raspberry and other red-fruit flavors. Finishes dry and salty, with heat. Includes 17% Carignan.",Terrasola,16,83,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Jean León 2002 Terrasola Syrah (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-leon-2002-terrasola-shiraz-syrah-syrah-catalunya/,Syrah,2002,Jean León
,Red,US,"Thin, tart, tannic and earthy. It's reminiscent of the least expensive Australian Cab-Merlot blends, with the same herbal, tannic presence.",,10,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Bridgeview 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-southern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Bridgeview
13.9,Red,US,"A little sharp and rude for a reserve, thick in tough tannins, and somewhat overripe. This may be a case where the winemaker exaggerated the good qualities of the regular Cab, creating a situation of imbalance. That regular Cab, at $55, is a better wine.",Special Reserve,75,84,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2002 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2002-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Reverie
,White,US,"Scents are spicy and herbal, with notes of fresh cut apple, tart pear and citrus. Light and dilute, it seems to disappear quickly in the mouth, without the weight or ripe fruit flavors that many Oregon Pinot Gris can display.",,14,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2005 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Montinore
13,Red,France,"A bit herbal on the nose, but unlike some 2003s, it retains a sense of freshness, avoiding any baked character. It's crisp and tart in the mouth, too, with snappy cherry flavors that carry a fair amount of tannic grip. Maybe a bit too stern, but structure is part of the house style at Faiveley.",Joseph Faiveley,17,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Faiveley 2003 Joseph Faiveley  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2003-joseph-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2003,Faiveley
,White,US,"A popular, easily-spotted wine in a distinctive blue bottle. The wine is simple, tart and lemony. Don't look for nuance here; it's a straight-ahead, off-dry, pleasant quaffer.",Blue Moon,10,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2005 Blue Moon Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2005-blue-moon-riesling-other/,Riesling,2005,Bridgeview
13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark in color, with very dense and sweet aromas of plum veering into prune. The palate is reduced and lacks the breadth and balance of a great wine. What you get instead is a jammy, simple specimen with modest flavors and even less complexity.",,30,84,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo al Mare 2003  Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-mare-2003-red-bolgheri/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Campo al Mare
13,White,Spain,"Light and sweet to the nose, with aromas of honey, which isn't normal for the usually zesty, citrusy Verdejo. Pear and apple are the dominant flavors on a palate that's more smooth and lush than racy and snappy. Strange in how it's almost creamy.",Elverite,11,84,Northern Spain,Vino Tierra de León,,Villacezan 2005 Elverite Verdejo (Vino Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villacezan-2005-elverite-spanish-white-verdejo-vino-tierra-leon/,Verdejo,2005,Villacezan
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Young and purple, with dark plummy fruit aromas tempered by smoke, this is another cleverly named wine from The Goats do Roam line of Charles Back. It's smooth, simple and easy to drink, with straightforward grape and plum flavors.",Bored Doe,14,84,Coastal Region,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2004 Bored Doe Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2004-bored-doe-coastal-region/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Goats do Roam Wine Co.
13,Red,South Africa,"Has sweet white fruit aromas, like peaches that have been sitting in the sun too long. Citrusy in the mouth, with a medium body but a flat feel. Finishes with a hint of spice.",Vineyards Specific,15,84,Coastal Region,,,Matuba 2004 Vineyards Specific Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matuba-2004-specific-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2004,Matuba
13.8,Red,US,"Seems overly soft, with a melted feeling that warns against aging, despite the presence of amply tough tannins. Nearly 100% Cab, the wine is rich in cassis and blackberry flavors, and dry. Could surprise after time, but it's a gamble.",Artemis,50,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2003 Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2003-artemis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13.7,White,US,"There's lots to like in this everyday Chard in a box. It's not just the price, because the wine is dry, crisp and fruity, with plenty of creamy Chardonnay character and a refreshingly clean finish.",,24,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Box 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Black Box
15,Dessert,Spain,"Honey, pear and sugar cane are the dominating flavors in thi sticky, rich, unctuous sweet wine. There isn't a whole lot else to say about it: you have to have an aggressive penchant for candy to get into this style of wine.",Fusta Nova,11,84,Levante,Valencia,,Vicente Gandia 2004 Fusta Nova Moscatel (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-2004-fusta-nova-muscat-moscatel-valencia/,Moscatel,2004,Vicente Gandia
12,White,Spain,"Starts with fruit cocktail aromas, which are backed by semisweet orange and lemon flavors. Zesty and clean, with pretty good mouthfeel but not much depth of flavor, complexity or nuance. A good wine on its best day.",Barona,20,84,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Oriel 2004 Barona Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2004-barona-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Oriel
13,Red,Italy,"Mildly minty and raisiny on the nose, with a jammy, heavy personality. Which makes it surprising that it's so tart and cherry-driven in the mouth. Yet on the finish milk chocolate and coffee come into play. Too scattered and all over the map. Doesn't have a defined personality.",,20,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Campomaggio 2003 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campomaggio-2003-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2003,Campomaggio
,Red,US,"The Blue Moon Pinot is indistinguishable from the regular Pinot bottling; tart, herbal, tannic, leafy and earthy.",Blue Moon,18,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2004 Blue Moon Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2004-blue-moon-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bridgeview
,Red,US,"There's a hint of cherry in the mid-palate, and the wine delivers simple pleasures. Nothing fancy, but nothing wrong.",,10,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Bridgeview 2003 Merlot (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2003-merlot-southern/,Merlot,2003,Bridgeview
13,White,New Zealand,"This label has grown so quickly, perhaps a slight downturn in quality was inevitable. The 2005 is still a good wine, but doesn't show quite the interest of the previous two vintages. Passion fruit and pineapple aromas and flavors are a bit simple, carried by a slightly syrupy mouthfeel (7.7 g/L residual sugar).",,20,84,Marlborough,,,Whitehaven 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehaven-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Whitehaven
14.5,Red,US,"I can see the intention here, to create a statement, 100% Cab that defines Raymond's historic approach. The grapes got immensely ripe in chocolate and blackberry pie filling flavors, while 100% new French oak adds vanilla and char. But the wine is too soft, almost flat, which accentuates the fruity sweetness and makes the finish sugary.",Generations,75,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2002 Generations Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2002-generations-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Raymond
12.5,Red,US,"It's not a vintage wine, and there's a slightly green, peppery note, but that just adds a piquant touch to the cherry-cocoa fruit in this easy-to-savor Merlot. It's dry and balanced, and, and at the equivalent of a buck-fifty a bottle, it's a super buy.",3L,24,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Black Box NV 3L Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-nv-3l-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,,Black Box
,Red,US,"The 2003 version of the estate Zinfandel clocks in at just 15.5% alcohol, but carries a fair amount of volatile nail polish aromas. It is marinated in new oak—French, American, Hungarian—so that whisky barrel scents and flavors cover up any taste of the varietal fruit.",Estate Reserve,60,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Troon 2003 Estate Reserve Zinfandel (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/troon-2003-estate-reserve-zinfandel-southern-applegate-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Troon
12.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly prickly and green, but overall it's a decent, mildly herbal Garnacha that will do the trick. Basic red-fruit flavors carry a note of tomato and leather, while the finish is generally tight and crisp.",Old Vine,8,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Valcantara 2004 Old Vine Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valcantara-2004-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2004,Valcantara
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Has a pretty appearance and bouquet, with a ruby red color and sappy scents of herbs and raspberry, but doesn't quite measure up on the palate, where it's rather light and fluid, with herbal flavors only just buffered by pretty cherry notes. Picks up slightly bitter chocolate notes on the finish.",,17,84,Marlborough,,,Kono 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kono-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Kono
13,Red,Italy,"A high-priced wine that seems to have never found its prime. It's heavily oaked, which is as apparent as the char, coffee and lemon on the nose. The palate is monstrously tart, with pie cherry and red raspberry. And it's tannic. Not flawed; just not very pleasant for what it costs.",Millanni 994,55,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Guicciardini Strozzi 2000 Millanni 994 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guicciardini-strozzi-2000-millanni-994-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2000,Guicciardini Strozzi
14.3,Red,US,"This Merlot won't challenge Napa, but it's a nicely ripe, dry wine. It has powerful blackberry jam and cherry flavors and firm tannins, and finishes long in fruity taste, with a chocolaty sweetness.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bocage 2003 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocage-2003-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2003,Bocage
12.5,White,Italy,"This innocuous, large-volume (60,000 cases) Chadonnay-Pinot Grigio blend deals orange and apple cider on the nose, followed by chunky melon, peach and apple flavors. Short but good enough; inoffensive and not difficult to quaff.",Le Rime,9,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2004 Le Rime Chardonnay-Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2004-le-rime-white-blend-chardonnay-pinot-grigio-toscana/,Chardonnay-Pinot Grigio,2004,Banfi
12.5,Red,Italy,"Not a bad entry-level Tuscan red; it shows sweet bubble gum and LifeSaver aromas with just enough darkness to make it nice. Very young and cheeky in the mouth, meaning it's kind of hard, tannic and scratchy. But it's also fully ripe, thus with pizza or spaghetti it won't hurt at all.",Col Di Sasso,9,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2004 Col Di Sasso Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2004-col-sasso-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2004,Banfi
13.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly vegetal and green, with spicy, herbal aromas mixed with oak and earth. The palate is kind of light and leafy for a Cab-Merlot blend, but there's enough body and mouthfeel to keep it moving in the right direction. Decent but weighed down by the veggies.",Crianza,14,84,Catalonia,Pla de Bages,,Bacasis 2002 Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Pla de Bages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacasis-2002-crianza-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-pla-bages/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Bacasis
13,Red,Spain,"Starts by emitting baked plum and leather aromas, and the bouquet is backed by solid but lean black cherry, plum and raspberry flavors. Light to medium in build, with a moderately strong but bland finish that's only slightly toasted. Short on subtance but good as far as what's here.",1+1=3 U més U fan tres,13,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Caliu 2001 1+1=3 U més U fan tres Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliu-2001-1-1-3-u-mes-u-fan-tres-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Caliu
,Red,US,"A tart, leafy Pinot, with brambly berry, tomato leaf and light cola flavors. Light and tannic, with some earthy weight to the midpalate.",,13,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Bridgeview 2004 Pinot Noir (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2004-pinot-noir-southern/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bridgeview
14.5,Red,US,"Nice and ripe in blackberry, currant, cherry, coffee, tobacco and herb flavors, this Cab has fairly aggressive tannins that may soften with a year or two of bottle age. The fruity flavors finish very dry and balanced, with some complexity.",Dante,40,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,VJB 2003 Dante Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2003-dante-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,VJB
14,Red,Italy,"Chunky, open aromas start it off, and the bouquet is likable if nothing special. Dense and grapy fruit carries the palate, surrounded by spiky tannins. An extracted Syrah with zero gamy, spicy character. This is a black, ripe wine with size but limits.",,16,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2003 Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2003,Villa Pillo
14,Red,Spain,"Raisin and liqueur carry the oaked nose, yet the palate is quite hard and tannic. Reduced a bit across the tongue, with prune, milk chocolate and beet nots. Has power and a high price tag, but it fails to stir the beast.",Sango,55,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Rejadorada 2001 Sango  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rejadorada-2001-sango-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2001,Rejadorada
13.5,Red,Italy,"From Kendall-Jackson, this Merlot is warm and toasty, with aromas of popcorn, roasted plum and leather. The palate is a bit more settled, and it's where you'll find dark cherry flavors resting on a bed of rubbery, lively tannins. Finishes with toast, vanilla and char, along with another dose of spiky tannins.",Arcanum II,96,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Arceno 2002 Arcanum II Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-arceno-2002-arcanum-ii-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2002,Tenuta di Arceno
11.5,White,South Africa,"This is a straightforward wine, filled with gooseberries in every aspect. Ripe and round in the mouth, with a bit of sweetness balanced against moderate acidity, it has flinty aromas and good length on the finish.",,14,85,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2005-sauvignon-blanc-paarl/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Seidelberg
13,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese-Cabernet blend yields soft strawberry aromas along with rose petals. As it opens it grows loose with its aromas, and what follows is mostly jammy, chewy berry flavors and not too much pop. Finishes a touch candied, with sugary sweetness.",Poggio al Tufo Vigneto Rompicollo,12,85,Tuscany,Maremma,,Tommasi 2004 Poggio al Tufo Vigneto Rompicollo  (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2004-poggio-al-tufo-vigneto-rompicollo-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2004,Tommasi
14,White,New Zealand,"This is a tropical fruit salad sort of Chardonnay, the kind that will go down easy ice cold on a warm summer day. Fruit ranges from banana to peach and pear, on through to bright citrus notes. Imported by L & R Imports LLC.",Golden Mile,23,85,Marlborough,,,Domaine Georges Michel 2004 Golden Mile Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georges-michel-2004-golden-mile-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Georges Michel
13.5,White,Spain,"A touch awkward to begin with, as the bouquet exhibits corn and hay along with ripe apple. The palate offers plenty of sweet, round flavors, particularly spiced apple and quince. Finishes soft, almost lazy. Good and ripe; not too acidic.",,18,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Aura 2004 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aura-2004-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2004,Aura
,White,US,"Small amounts of Pinot Blanc, Muscat and Auxerrois are blended in, adding some interesting herbal highlights. But the wine tastes mostly of green apples and lightly spiced pears. The fruit is neither deep nor especially ripe, but it's a perfectly serviceable everyday white.",,16,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2005 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2005,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Light ruby in color, this wine doesn't appear to be terribly rich or concentrated. But it's a charming, soft little Pinot, intended to caress the palate rather than stun it. Sous bois and cherries are framed by barrel-derived notes of caramel, cedar and vanilla. Ends slightly woody, but should smooth out in another few months.",Home Block,25,85,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 2004 Home Block Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-2004-home-block-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Wairau River
12.5,White,Spain,"Grassy apple aromas carry a note of pickle, while the palate is chunky, full and delivers melon, pear and almond flavors. Chalk, mineral and green herbs are the secondary characteristics. Dry and long in the mouth.",,18,85,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Somoza 2004 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-somoza-2004-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2004,Viña Somoza
,Red,US,"Strong accents of mint, tomato leaf and clove; tannic and earthy. There's a core of leafy, earthy spice, but the fruit doesn't show much ripeness.",Reserve,20,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-southern/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bridgeview
14,Red,Italy,"Heady and ultra rich; it's a Syrah-Alicante marriage that's on the cusp of syrupy and overdone. Aromatically, we're talking caramel and toast, while the palate is so loaded with black plum and berry that it's straddling the breaking point. Ultimately it's just too heavy, oaky and clumsy to make the grade in the class it's playing in.",Finisterre,62,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Argentiera 2002 Finisterre Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-argentiera-2002-finisterre-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2002,Poggio Argentiera
14,Red,South Africa,"A leathery wine, linear and lean in the mouth with dry tannin and acid that lends a mineral feel. Mint and modest red fruit aromas are secondary to leather, which also frames tangy dark berry in the mouth, then grabs hold on the spicy finish.",,16,85,Paarl,,,Landskroon 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landskroon-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Landskroon
,White,Spain,"Good but a bit less concentrated and pure than most. There's a whiff of sulfur on the nose, and in the mouth the fruit is solid but basic. Apple and melon are the key flavors, while the finish is clean but unspectacular. At 40,000 cases this is a large-production wine by Rías Baixas standards.",,,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,La Val 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,La Val
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Slightly herbal and peppery, but in a good, complexity-inducing way, not a stemmy, underripe way. There's plenty of cherry-berry fruit as well, plus some coffee and caramel notes. A solid, well-made Pinot at a fair price.",,16,85,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Saint Clair
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Heavy aromas of well-oiled leather and pepper obscure fruit, while the plum and dark fruit flavors are overpowered by leather with a hint of Band-Aid. Nice tannins and moderate acidity give the wine a smooth feel.",,46,85,Stellenbosch,,,Rudera 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudera-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rudera
13,Red,Spain,"Bacon and leather meld with modest black-fruit aromas on the nose of this Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon-Bobal blend. It's fairly plump, with blackberry and vanilla flavors. Ripe and tasty enough, but neither elevated nor complex.",Ceremonia Reserva De Autor,15,85,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Vicente Gandia 2002 Ceremonia Reserva De Autor Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-2002-ceremonia-reserva-autor-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,2002,Vicente Gandia
13,White,New Zealand,"This ambitious international effort stretches across several continents, aiming to produce hallmark Sauvignons from various regions. The Marlborough offering is pretty standard fare, featuring some grassy aromas and simple passion fruit flavors that finish a bit short.",,18,85,Marlborough,,,Sauvignon Republic 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvignon-republic-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sauvignon Republic
12.5,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo is spicy and solid enough. The wine comes across ripe and clean, with forward cherry and raspberry flavors. It's rather crisp and basic, but it seems highly food-friendly and ultimately it's easy to drink.",Hoya De Cadenas Reserva,9,85,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Gandia 2002 Hoya De Cadenas Reserva Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gandia-2002-hoya-cadenas-reserva-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,2002,Gandia
13.5,White,Spain,"Shows ample apple, pineapple and apricot on the nose, and follows with sweet melon, lime and other tropical fruit flavors. Pretty good in the mouth, as it's just sharp and balanced enough to make the grade. Fairly ripe and zesty as a whole.",,16,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Ermita Veracruz 2004 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ermita-veracruz-2004-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2004,Ermita Veracruz
,Red,US,"Shares some fine Napa Cab quality at a fair price, and although there's a rusticity to the mouthfeel, the fruit is ripe and properly varietal. The cassis and chocolate flavors are wrapped in fine, mature tannins.",,12,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pavilion 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pavilion
13.5,Red,France,"Dominated by wood from start to finish, from scents of vanilla, toast and dried spices, to flavors of cinnamon-dusted toast and a dry, cedary finish. There's enough fruit to support the wood, but not to shine through.",Clos des Fiètres,80,85,Burgundy,Corton,,Michel Picard 2003 Clos des Fiètres  (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2003-clos-fietres-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2003,Michel Picard
14,Red,South Africa,"Dry, chalky tannins frame this woody wine with modest aromas of berry, earth and leather. The finish shows a hint of lemon and more leather, but the wood overpowers the dark berry fruit in the mouth.",Premium Select,12,85,Coastal Region,,,Matuba 2003 Premium Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matuba-2003-premium-select-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Matuba
13.5,Red,Italy,"Deeply colored, with intense crude oil, black plum and tobacco aromas. The palate is chunky as can be, with dark plum, blackberry and char. Where this one steers off course is on the mouthfeel, where extruding tannins create a raw, scratchy feel on the insides of one's cheeks.",Roccato,46,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 2000 Roccato Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2000-roccato-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2000,Rocca delle Macìe
13,Red,France,"A bit tarry and reductive, but the underlying fruit seems sound, with cherry flavors buttressed by a plump, velvety texture. Hints of coffee and chocolate creep in on the finish.",Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Les Dames Huguettes,22,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Guy-Pierre Jean & Fils 2003 Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Les Dames Huguettes  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-pierre-jean-fils-2003-hautes-cotes-nuits-dames-huguettes-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2003,Guy-Pierre Jean & Fils
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Vavsour's entry-level brand goes by the name of Dashwood, and offers a light, crisp introduction to NZ Sauvignon Blanc. Aggressively herbal on the nose at first, it tones down to yield grassy citrusy flavors and a focused finish.",,15,85,Marlborough,,,Dashwood 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashwood-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Dashwood
12,White,Spain,"A 50/50 blend of Verdejo and Viura that focuses on aromas of green herbs, citrus and nettles. The palate offers nice grapefruit and green papaya flavors, and they are backed by a smooth, medium-length finish.",Vina Mocen,10,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Bodegas Antano 2005 Vina Mocen White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-antano-2005-vina-mocen-white-rueda/,White Blend,2005,Bodegas Antano
13.4,Red,US,"The price is unbelievable. This is as good as many Paso Robles Cabs in a full bottle, with forward blackberry jam, coffee and dry chocolate flavors, and it finishes in a dry, rich swirl of tannins and acids. They kept the alcohol nice and moderate.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Black Box 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Black Box
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Relatively simple and fruity, this Sauvignon Blanc from a Pinot Noir hotbed is a good wine, just not at the same level as some of New Zealand's best. On the light side, with passion fruit and citrus flavors that finish clean and crisp.",,24,85,Central Otago,,,Amisfield 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amisfield-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-otago/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Amisfield
14.5,White,South Africa,"Lightly oaked, with a moderate nose of yellow fruit and spice. The palate is round, with a dusty feel and flavors of peach and vanilla. Finishes warm, with acidity.",,16,85,Western Cape,,,Boschendal 2004 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2004-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2004,Boschendal
13,Red,Italy,"Nice color and richness, but a bit over the top given that the bouquet is pure raisin and chocolate. Tilts the scale a bit to the heavy side, with black plum and berry flavors along with soft, wide tannins. Brushes the frontier of Port with its thickness. Ripeness is not lacking.",Grande Tuscan,20,85,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Bootleg 2003 Grande Tuscan Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bootleg-2003-grande-tuscan-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,2003,Bootleg
12.5,Red,Italy,"An early whiff of barnyard gives way to more standard plum and berry aromas. After that, you'll taste chunky raspberry and plum backed by healthy acidity. Finishes fairly long and strident, with cherry tomato making an appearance.",Oak Aged,12,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Dante 2000 Oak Aged Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-dante-2000-oak-aged-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Villa Dante
13.5,Red,US,"A bit raw and sharp in acidity, with some minty greenness, this wine also has cherry and cocoa flavors. It's very dry, and is a pretty good buy for a good coastal Pinot.",Reserve,15,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Pinot Evil 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinot-evil-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Pinot Evil
14.1,Red,US,"Seems slightly dry and raisiny, rather than showcasing the opulence of its Stags Leap terroir, but it still shows pleasant notes of cassis, cedar, tobacco and earth. It's a wine that reflects owner Bernard Portet's Bordeaux-influenced sensibilities.",Oak Vineyard,62,85,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 2002 Oak Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2002-oak-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Clos du Val
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Merlot has had its ups and downs, but it has always been accessible. This version is medium-to-full bodied, with oozing black fruits and mint notes on the nose and palate. The mouth offers additional spice from a light touch of oak, with a hint of vanilla sweetness. Offers the flavor intensity of a wine three times the cost.",,9,85,Western Cape,,,Thorntree 2003 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorntree-2003-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2003,Thorntree
14,White,South Africa,"Full-bodied, but with plenty of acidity, this wine has moderate banana and yellow fruit aromas with a hint of nail polish. Dark oak shows through on the palate, along with bruised peach and a streak of stony minerality. A wine with potential, but it doesn't reach it. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,23,85,Swartland,,,Spice Route 2005 Viognier (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-2005-viognier-swartland/,Viognier,2005,Spice Route
12,Red,Italy,"More of a traditional, simple table wine as opposed to a high flier. The nose is lightweight and offers soft strawberry hints. Citrus, pie cherry and apple skin make for a crisp, almost tart palate. Fortunately there's enough fruit to keep it steady.",Rosso,8,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Luianico 2003 Rosso Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luianico-2003-rosso-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Luianico
14,Red,Spain,"A black-colored, deeply extracted wine with charcoal, mint and burnt berry aromas. The palate is certainly ripe, as plum and berry flavors hit hard. But it's also limited in scope and complexity. A big wine with average personality. The blend is Tempranillo-Bobal-Syrah.",,20,85,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Solo 2003 Red (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solo-2003-tempranillo-blend-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Solo
,Red,Italy,"Lightly perfumed on the nose, with notes of plum, violet and also some unwelcome pickle. The palate delivers strawberry and raspberry, while the short finish ends on a chocolaty upswing. Good overall but nothing mysterious or complex.",La Cattura,22,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Casone 2004 La Cattura Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-casone-2004-cattura-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Poggio al Casone
,Red,US,"Half Cabernet Sauvignon, half Syrah. It has a funky open, with scents of latex and rubber that open into bubblegum. Light and fruity in the mouth, it is surprisingly simple.",Ltd. Reserve II,25,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Troon 2002 Ltd. Reserve II Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/troon-2002-ltd-reserve-ii-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2002,Troon
12.5,Red,Spain,"Gold in color, with musky aromas that feature hints of butterscotch, ham and spice. Runs more racy in the mouth, with big lemon, orange and passion fruit flavors. Seems a touch unfocused and hefty, but for a bigger-styled wine it has its virtues.",,25,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Torroxal 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torroxal-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Torroxal
12.5,White,Spain,"Gets off on the wrong foot, with aromas of corn and overripe apples. It steadies itself on the palate, where it's still sort of candied, with mango and cantaloupe stepping up. Has its qualities and registers entirely inoffensive. Good wine but not exciting.",,12,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Valdelapinta 2004 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelapinta-2004-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2004,Valdelapinta
14,Red,South Africa,"This indigo-colored wine has a cacophony of aromas ranging from barnyard and leather to eucalyptus and dark berry. The flavor profile is nearly identical, the eucalyptus taking on more of a balsam note and additional dashes of forest floor and spice. The gritty tannins may soften, but the acidity will always be high. This wine has a lot going on, but after four years it still doesn't mesh.",,33,85,Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kanonkop
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Many good bargains like this interesting Shiraz can be found from the Robertson region. Vanilla and leather play large roles, with Provençal herb aromas and flavors of purple fruit. Firm tannins and a hint of sweetness keep high acidity in check. Imported by Cape Classics.",Paddock,10,85,Robertson,,,Excelsior 2004 Paddock Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/excelsior-2004-paddock-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2004,Excelsior
13.5,White,Italy,"Waxy melon and citrus aromas start it off. In the mouth, honeyed apple and nutmeg come on fairly strongly, while the finish has both sugar and spice. Quite full and soft, with a lot of sweetness.",La Pietra,26,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cabreo 2003 La Pietra Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabreo-2003-pietra-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2003,Cabreo
13.5,Red,Italy,"Soft on the bouquet, with an undeniable green, lightly pickled quality. That holds true on the palate, where green notes infuse darker, riper blackberry and black plum flavors. Oak provides chocolate and espresso on the finish, but there's no escaping the vegetal undertones.",Mandrielle,35,85,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 2002 Mandrielle Merlot (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2002-mandrielle-merlot-santantimo/,Merlot,2002,Castello Banfi
14,Red,US,"Soft and thick, in the way of big Paso reds, this Syrah, Cabernet and Petite Sirah blend is dry and robust in blackberry, coffee, cocoa and spice flavors. It will be nice with grilled meats.",Epiphany,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2002 Epiphany Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2002-epiphany-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2002,San Marcos Creek
14,Red,New Zealand,"A good value in Pinot Noir, Villa's entry-level bottling offers a subdued nose, but perks up on the palate, delivering vibrant, tart cherries backed by notes of mushroomy sous bois, cola and chocolate. Silky tannins provide plushness despite a narrow finish.",Private Bin,19,86,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2004 Private Bin Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2004-private-bin-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Villa Maria
13.5,White,South Africa,"Like many of Vergelegen's wines, this Sauvignon Blanc has aromas touched with green bean; in this case the aromas are of chalk, flint and lime. Flavors of key lime border on unripe, while tropical fruits add a pleasant dimension, making this an ideal summer quaff. Finishes with a chalky, tart intensity.",,22,86,Western Cape,,,Vergelegen 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergelegen-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Vergelegen
14.1,Red,US,"This is certainly the best, ripest of Trefethen's current crop of Cabs, but its built along very different lines from more opulent wines further north along Highway 29. It's surprisingly tough, lean and angular for an '01, loaded with sharp-elbowed tannins, but it does seem to have the fruity stuffing for the cellar. Hold until at least 2008.",Reserve,80,86,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Trefethen
14,White,South Africa,"Flavors of white stone fruits, peach pit and spicy oak are a surprise after a modest nose of melon. The finish carries more of the oak-spice flavors and alcoholic warmth, while the acidity seems high for this medium-bodied wine.",Zondernaam,20,86,Stellenbosch,,,Tokara 2003 Zondernaam Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokara-2003-zondernaam-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2003,Tokara
14.5,Red,US,"This is a nice, richly dry Rhône blend with a dash of Cabernet. It's a fruit-forward wine, yet has a complicated tannin-acid structure that reins the fruit in and grounds the wine. Showing a bit of sharpness now that should level off with a year or so of bottle age.",Artist Series Red Cuvee,8,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mission Park NV Artist Series Red Cuvee Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-park-nv-artist-series-red-cuvee-central-coast/,Red Blend,,Mission Park
13,Red,France,"Shows the torrid vintage character in its aromas of chocolate fudge and flavors of dark plum and chocolate, but doesn't go off into raisins or prunes. Finishes with coffee and dry toast notes that should eventually integrate. It's a big, bulky, tannic wine that might improve over time.",Domaine de la Croix Jacquelet,22,86,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Faiveley 2003 Domaine de la Croix Jacquelet  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2003-domaine-croix-jacquelet-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2003,Faiveley
13.5,Red,Italy,"A lot of sawmill is present up front, but behind the loud oak there's plum, raisin and some herbal leafiness. Attentive red fruit carries the palate, backed by a quick but clean finish that splits out the side doors. A bit gritty but will work with food.",Bellezza,30,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Gabbiano 2000 Bellezza Sangiovese Grosso (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2000-bellezza-sangiovese-grosso-toscana/,Sangiovese Grosso,2000,Castello di Gabbiano
14,Red,South Africa,"Pleasant whiffs of mint mix with blueberry and eraser, leading to a palate full of holiday spice, dark berries, cedar and mint. Medium-bodied with moderate tannins and a dash of acidity, this wine is light enough to be drunk in warm weather but sturdy enough to pair with roast fowl. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Cathedral Cellar,17,86,Coastal Region,,,KWV 2002 Cathedral Cellar Merlot (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2002-cathedral-cellar-merlot-coastal-region/,Merlot,2002,KWV
,Red,US,"Young, grapy and tannic, with loads of tomato leaf flavors. It's definitely on the herbal side of Pinot Noir, but a nice streak of vanilla and boysenberry comes across in the finish.",Whole Cluster Fermented,18,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2005 Whole Cluster Fermented Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2005-whole-cluster-fermented-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2005,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,White,US,"There's lots of richness in this dry Chardonnay. From the peaches and cream, pineapple tart and smoky oak and vanilla flavors, to the smooth, creamy texture and the long, cinnamon spice finish, it satisfies. And look at that price.",,10,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pavilion 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Pavilion
12.5,Red,Italy,"Upright, with notes of cinnamon candy on a nose dominated by bright red fruit. Quite clean and free flowing, with snappy strawberry and cherry flavors resting comfortably on a fresh, acid-driven palate. The opposite of dead weight; this is a lively wine.",Rosso,12,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Monte Antico 2003 Rosso Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-antico-2003-rosso-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Monte Antico
14,Red,South Africa,"Dry, with high acidity streaking through a medium-full body, this wine has powerful onion aromas that take over. Brown stemmy notes poke through the dark berry fruit flavors, while tannins coat the mouth on the finish.",Paul Sauer,39,86,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2002 Paul Sauer Red (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2002-paul-sauer-red-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Kanonkop
,Red,US,"This clean, light, fruity wine might be taken for an inexpensive, generic Pinot from California. Sweet, simple candy flavors disappear quickly into a dilute middle palate. The notes say 100% French oak, but I could find no trace of it in the finish.",,19,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Silvan Ridge 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Silvan Ridge
,White,Spain,"This good value features peach, apricot and some grapefruit on the nose, and in the rear is a full blast of citrus flavors. Juicy, a bit plump and full on the finish.",Salneval,10,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Condes de Albarei 2005 Salneval Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condes-albarei-2005-salneval-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Condes de Albarei
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Fairly aggressive on the nose, with pungently grassy aromas that lead into a fresh, citrusy palate. Light in body, there's a dusty chalkiness to the mouthfeel and a tart, zesty finish.",,19,86,Marlborough,,,Clos Marguerite 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-marguerite-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Clos Marguerite
13,White,US,"There may be a little oak on this Chard, but the fruit really stars. The apple, peach and apricot flavors are perked up by crisp acidity, and the alcohol is a refreshingly low 13%. This is a good price for a wine of this quality.",Barrel Reserve,11,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. George 2004 Barrel Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-george-2004-barrel-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,St. George
14,Red,US,"The vineyard is in Philo, which isn't as cool as people think, especially when there are harvest heat spells as there were in 2004. The wine is very ripe, weighted down by raisiny, cooked berry flavors that seem more appropriate to Zinfandel. Still, it's a tasty wine, rich and fruity and dry.",Toulouse Vineyard,37,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,MacPhail 2004 Toulouse Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2004-toulouse-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,MacPhail
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Winemaker Larry McKenna's Pinots tend to be more muscular and ageworthy than this example, perhaps the result of vintage conditions rather than any stylistic change. In any event, it's a pretty, lighter-styled wine, with cherry fruit flavors enhanced by chocolate, caramel and touches of celery seed and spice. Silky and delicate in the mouth, but the flavors fade a little too quickly on the finish.",,35,86,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2004 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2004-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Escarpment
13.5,White,Italy,"A blend of 60% Vermentino and 40% Sauvignon Blanc that runs heavy and ripe but not out of control. The flavor profile entails dry pit fruits such as peach and nectarine, while the finish is defined by soda-cracker dryness and citrus rind. Balanced and zesty, if a touch lean on flavor.",Campo alla Casa,20,86,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Enrico Santini 2004 Campo alla Casa White (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrico-santini-2004-campo-alla-casa-white-bolgheri/,White Blend,2004,Enrico Santini
,Red,US,"Pickles and dill in the nose, with underlying cherries and blackberries. In the mouth, it enters brawny and rustic, and very tannic. The fruit is locked down. Seems sound, but disappointingly tough. Could develop, but it's a gamble. Tasted twice.",Estate,68,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Plumpjack 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plumpjack-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Plumpjack
14,Red,New Zealand,"The result of a difficult vintage, CB's 2004 Pinot Noir is an attractive, pretty wine. Scents of mushroom, cinnamon and black cherry lead the way, followed by a supple mouthfeel and cedary flavors. It seems a bit oakier and less distinctive than either of the previous two vintages.",,30,86,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Cloudy Bay
14.5,Red,US,"Delicious, with enough complexity to make it interesting. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the wine has dry, lush berry-cherry, mocha and spice flavors wrapped in ripe, gentle tannins and a balancing bite of acidity. From Talley.",Rock Solid Red,12,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bishop's Peak 2004 Rock Solid Red Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishops-peak-2004-rock-solid-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2004,Bishop's Peak
,Red,US,"Soft and oaky, this Rogue Valley Merlot doesn't have any particular varietal character, but here the oak dominates with sweet vanilla and toasted cracker. It's a smooth and drinkable, all-purpose red.",,19,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2003 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2003-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,2003,Silvan Ridge
,White,Spain,"Fairly mineral on the nose, with tropical fruit aromas rounding out the bouquet. Quite fresh and crisp, yet a bit hollow in the midpalate and on the finish. Overall this is a perfectly good Albariño, totally competent for quaffing or drinking with fish.",,20,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Valdamor 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdamor-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Valdamor
13.5,Red,US,"Sneak this one into a blind tasting of Cabs costing twice as much and it will hold its own. It's smooth  and opulent, with oak-kissed blackberry, licorice, tobacco and mocha flavors and rich tannins, and the finish is dry and balanced.",Barrel Reserve,11,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. George 2002 Barrel Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-george-2002-barrel-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,St. George
13.5,Red,Italy,"A lot of sulfur at first, and that creates a cloud over the nose. Underneath, however, there's quality black plum, berry and earth notes. Finishes dark, with a lot of espresso-like character. Has its strong points and a few faults. Fortunately the good outweighs the bad.",PrimaVoce,20,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Arceno 2003 PrimaVoce Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-arceno-2003-primavoce-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Tenuta di Arceno
9.5,White,Germany,"Feinherb suggests a style part way between fruchtig and full-blown trocken, and this wine matches the description, finishing almost dry. Slightly minty notes on the nose combine with fla vors of citrus and melon in this lean, crisp Riesling. May be best with seafood dishes.",Ayler Kupp Spätlese Feinherb,18,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Rudolf Eilenz 2004 Ayler Kupp Spätlese Feinherb Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudolf-eilenz-2004-ayler-kupp-spatlese-feinherb-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Rudolf Eilenz
12.5,White,Spain,"Mildly sweet but not very exact or dilineated on the nose. Flavors of lime, papaya and apple run toward green, but with good snap and zest the wine makes the grade. Finishes dry and snappy, with medium depth.",,15,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Serra da Estrela 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serra-estrela-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Serra da Estrela
9.5,White,Germany,"From the Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstück vineyard near Worms, Valckenberg's estate Riesling boasts smoky, minerally aromas and understated fruit this vintage. It's on the full-bodied side, balanced by stony notes and a burst of quince on the finish.",Estate Spätlese,22,86,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2004 Estate Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2004-estate-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2004,P.J. Valckenberg
13,White,New Zealand,"Grassy and herbal on the nose, this medium-weight Sauvignon epitomizes the Marlborough style, blending hints of tropical fruit with grapefruit and herbs in an easy-to-drink wine. Crisp and clean on the finish. Steam some mussels in herbed stock and let the Sauvignon flow.",Glazebrook,14,86,Marlborough,,,Ngatarawa 2005 Glazebrook Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ngatarawa-2005-glazebrook-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Ngatarawa
,Red,US,"Spicy cranberry and rhubarb flavors hold down the center, and the rest is fleshed out with herb, leaf, beet root and earth. Not as ripe as the 2003, it comes across as fairly austere and tannic, and some breathing time and/or decanting would be a good idea.",,19,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2004 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2004-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13.5,White,Spain,"The gold color and heavy oak aromas indicate barrel fermentation, which for this reviewer is not the ideal way to produce Verdejo. That said, this wine is made well, with plump melon and apple flavors cuddled in vanilla and wood resin. Very thick and woody; like being lost in the forest.",Fuente Elvira,22,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pedro Escudero 2003 Fuente Elvira Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedro-escudero-2003-fuente-elvira-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2003,Pedro Escudero
13,Red,Italy,"Fruity, fun and fresh, this young 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot blend is flexible, accommodating and easy to drink. Plum, cherry, toast and menthol notes emerge from the glass, while in the mouth this wine is clean, juicy and smooth, with a spicy finish.",Santa Cristina,11,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Antinori 2004 Santa Cristina Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-2004-santa-cristina-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Antinori
13,Red,France,"The wines of Faiveley avoid the raisiny notes found in many 2003 red Burgundies. This wine shows plenty of ripe Pinot character—dark cherries. plums and chocolate—but also astringent tannins that give it a tough exterior. If these integrate better with time, this rating may look conservative, but there's no guarantee here.",,53,86,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Faiveley 2003  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2003-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2003,Faiveley
14.5,White,South Africa,"Toasty vanilla meets peach, apricot, and honeysuckle in a classic Viognier nose. Round in the mouth, with moderate acidity, the melon and peach flavors are brushed aside by toasty, buttery oak. Give the oak another six months to a year, then try with potato gnocchi slathered in a rich alfredo sauce. Imported by Cape Classics.",Cape of Good Hope,20,87,Coastal Region,,,The Foundry 2005 Cape of Good Hope Viognier (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-foundry-2005-cape-good-hope-viognier-coastal-region/,Viognier,2005,The Foundry
14,Red,Italy,"Firm from the start, with centered black cherry aromas that are easy and recognizable. Very ripe and fruity, with cherry and raspberry flavors that are ordinary but nice. Flush in the mouth and on the finish, where spice and drying tannins make their mark.",Sant'Adele,16,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2003 Sant'Adele Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2003-santadele-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2003,Villa Pillo
14,Red,Italy,"One sniff delivers berry aromas and a blast of maple, but alongside that there's some barnyard and funk. When you accept that it's Italian Syrah some of the herbal, funky qualities become more understandable; still, you have to be able to deal with the leather, spice, tannin and aggressiveness or it won't be your bag.",Il Bosco,49,87,Tuscany,Cortona,,Tenimenti Luigi D'Alessandro 2003 Il Bosco Syrah (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-luigi-dalessandro-2003-il-bosco-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cortona/,Syrah,2003,Tenimenti Luigi D'Alessandro
15.5,Red,South Africa,"Vibrant red, with a spicy nose of pepper, graham cracker, mint, plum, and a hint of bramble. Full-bodied and big, with chalky tannins and high alcohol (15.5%), the loaded dark fruit flavors lean towards prune, with coffee and chocolate riding shotgun. The long finish is smooth, but the heat in this wine makes it near impossible to pair with food.",Peter Barlow,48,87,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2003 Peter Barlow Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2003-peter-barlow-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rustenberg
15,Red,South Africa,"A heavyweight, this Cabernet-Merlot blend tips the scales with full-on pruned berry flavors that are almost candied. Jammy, the big tannins are coated with a touch of sweetness. Acidity is low, giving the wine a lush, portly feel, with a warm, sweet finish.",John X Merriman,30,87,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2002 John X Merriman Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2002-john-x-merriman-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Rustenberg
14.5,White,South Africa,"Nail polish aromas blow off to reveal white fruit, but in the mouth there is no missing the depth of gooseberry and pineapple flavors that abound. Mild acids are a sign of the ripeness of this wine, as is the alcohol (14.5%). Finishes with crisp minerality and a touch of heat.",,19,87,Stellenbosch,,,Peacock Ridge 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peacock-ridge-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Peacock Ridge
,White,US,"Bracing and tart, with mixed citrus flavors suggesting lime, lemon and a trace of pineapple. There's a slightly bitter, lemon-rind edge that gives the wine some extra definition and should work wonders with halibut or swordfish.",Semi-Dry,10,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2005 Semi-Dry Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2005-semi-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2005,Montinore
14,White,South Africa,"Medium-bodied and nice in the mouth, displaying flavors of pineapple, apricot and sweet oak. The oak offers a toasty nose coating Macintosh apple, as well as a spicy, vanilla-laden and lengthy finish.",,17,87,Stellenbosch,,,Kanu 2004 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanu-2004-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2004,Kanu
13.5,Red,Italy,"Full and penetrating aromas get it started, but beware of some horsehide and leather that some might term barnyard. Flavors of plum and berry are round and pleasing, while the mouthfeel is a touch heavy, especially when the tannins crash down on the finish unsupported by lively acidity.",Antiche Terre de' Ricci Terricci,40,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Lanciola 1998 Antiche Terre de' Ricci Terricci Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanciola-1998-antiche-terre-ricci-terricci-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Lanciola
12.5,White,Spain,"Pale yellow in color, with elegant aromas and flavors. To call it light would not be wrong: The wine shows grassy citrus notes but it peters out a bit on the back palate and finish. More subtle and fresh than powerful.",Orballo,19,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,La Val 2005 Orballo Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-2005-orballo-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,La Val
,Red,US,"Stiff and hard, with green, leafy flavors and tough, tight tannins. It shows a bit more concentration than the regular bottling, but it comes in the form of tannin and earthy, herbal flavors that may need quite a lot of time to show what's really in there.",Estate,28,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2004 Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2004-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"This is a good effort for the price, showing spicy cherry and raspberry fruit, light hints of herb, beet root and moist earth. It seems to get a bit earthier as it weaves into the finish, but it's well balanced and certainly well matched to salmon, swordfish or poultry dishes.",,19,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2003 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"Stiff and hard, it has green, leafy flavors and tough, tight tannins. This is the type of Oregon Pinot that needs breathing time, decanting, and perhaps a few years in the cellar.",Estate,28,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2003 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2003-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13,Red,Spain,"Starts out showing aromas of turned earth, cedar and embedded plum and raisin. Upright and solid on the palate, where cherry and raspberry flavors are ripe, smooth and moderately complex. Layered on the finish, with fruit, herbs and acidity. Hails from the Alicante/ Valencia region.",Crianza,19,87,Central Spain,Almansa,,Bodegas Tintoralba 2000 Crianza Red (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tintoralba-2000-crianza-red-almansa/,Red Blend,2000,Bodegas Tintoralba
12,White,Spain,"Pineapple, melon and mineral on the nose are welcoming aromas. The mouth is nice, with citrus and melon flavors. Plenty of feel and body, and pleasantly wet, meaning it's fresh, properly acidic and refreshing.",,27,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo de Eiras 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-eiras-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Pazo de Eiras
,Red,US,"Here's a really ripe Cab that bursts with cherry, black currant, coffee and cocoa flavors wrapped in smooth tannins. It's a little obvious, but has some real complexity. It's not an ager, though, so drink up.",Cuvée Saratoga,24,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2002 Cuvée Saratoga Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2002-cuvee-saratoga-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Mount Eden Vineyards
14.5,Red,South Africa,"The nose is a bit muddled, with earth and brown sugar, but the finish is long and fruity. You don't have to think about the fruit in this wine: it embraces with open arms from the first sip. Plum and cassis flavors abound, wrapped in big tannins and a full body.",,33,87,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2003 Pinotage (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2003-pinotage-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2003,Kanonkop
13.5,Red,Italy,"Nice and ripe, with sweet plum and black cherry on the open, well-padded nose. Full in the mouth, with satisfying cherry, plum and chocolate flavors. And it holds its form through the long, smooth finish. Just an easy wine to like and drink. Requires no serious contemplation.",Marleo Rosso,19,87,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Salustri 2004 Marleo Rosso  (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salustri-2004-marleo-rosso-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2004,Salustri
,Red,US,"Most Rogue Valley Syrahs seem to have oppressively dry, heavy tannins, but here the grainy flavors are well-integrated into the mixed red fruits. There is plenty of lightly roasted, coffee bean flavors, and some baker's chocolate lining the finish. Drinks very well right now.",,20,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2003 Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2003,Silvan Ridge
,Red,US,"This outstanding vineyard was extensively re-planted a few years ago due to phylloxera, so these young vines are just in their second or third leaf. Good fruit, to be sure, but simple and light; this is not to be confused with the old-vine Shea, which has extraordinary power and dense, blackberry fruit. Here it's light cherry and berry, nothing more.",Shea Vineyard,75,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2004 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2004-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Torii Mor
14.9,Red,South Africa,"A fairly big wine, with big tannins and high acidity, that lets its flavors do the talking. Lush purple fruit and coffee is streaked with lemon and mineral. A bit tart on the finish, but with food this is enjoyable for its swagger.",,20,87,South Africa,,,The Berrio 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berrio-2003-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,The Berrio
,Red,US,"The grapes are from the estate in Yountville, just south of Oakville, and young Dominus always seems tight and austere. So it is here. Astringent tannins, youthful acids and new oak are upfront, raising the question of ageability. It's a roll of the dice. The wine is balanced and harmonious, but aggressive now.",,109,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 2003 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-2003-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Dominus
,Red,US,"Strongly scented with orange peel and orange juice, the citrusy opening gives way to some light raspberry fruit. There's a bit of a hole in the middle; then in come the chalky tannins.",Grande Assemblage,24,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Dobbes Family Estate 2003 Grande Assemblage Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobbes-family-estate-2003-grande-assemblage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2003,Dobbes Family Estate
13,White,Spain,"Clean and pure to the nose, with lemon and other sheer citrus fruit aromas. Gets plump in the mouth, but not fat, with melon and orange-driven flavors. Good, full, mouthfilling and solid. Shows nothing out of the ordinary.",,17,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Castel de Bouza 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-bouza-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Castel de Bouza
,White,Spain,"Ripe yet a bit chunky, probably a reflection of this estate's somewhat inland location. Shows sweet grapefruit and almond flavors, with a touch of pithy bitterness on the finish. This winery is owned by Marqués de Murrieta of Rioja fame.",,14,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo de Barrantes 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-barrantes-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Pazo de Barrantes
13,Red,Italy,"Fairly ripe and round, with earth, fruit and oak wrapped into a well-wrapped package. Medium-strength in the mouth, with good but not stellar blackberry and raspberry flavors. Finishes a touch sharp and short. Solid overall.",Rainero,39,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Meleto 2001 Rainero Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-meleto-2001-rainero-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Castello di Meleto
13.5,Red,Spain,"A masculine, rubbery nose covered with oak and dark-fruit aromas is stage one. Next up comes a spicy, solid palate that has some tannin and complexity to go with dry berry flavors. Not uncommon or unusual. It's got the goods, so to speak.",Doce Meses,15,87,Northern Spain,Vino Tierra de León,,Villacezan 2003 Doce Meses Prieto Picudo (Vino Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villacezan-2003-doce-meses-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-vino-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2003,Villacezan
16.5,Red,US,"Yes, that is the correct price. This Applegate Valley Zin might be considered the Turley of Oregon. The bottle alone must weigh several pounds. Concentrated raspberry and boysenberry fruit retains enough acid to keep it from becoming syrupy. The  supremely oaky flavors carry streaks of Kahlua and dark chocolate. But the density that might balance the 16.5% percent alcohol just isn't there.",Estate Reserve,100,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Troon 2002 Estate Reserve Zinfandel (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/troon-2002-estate-reserve-zinfandel-southern-applegate-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Troon
14.5,Red,US,"Very dense, very new-oaky, dry and tannic, this Cab, whose backbone is from Yountville, is not drinkable at this time. It's just too youthfully astringent. It doesn't seem like a long-term ager, but should improve by 2007 and hold for a while.",,58,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Grgich Hills
14,Red,South Africa,"Pinotage is known to be long lived, and this 6-year-old still seems young. Smoky aromas of roasted salsa, dark berry and brown leaf are forceful, while the cherry/berry flavors are plenty fruity, mixed with tobacco, mineral and smoke. Good tannin and acidity are tinged with sweetness, but the finish is smoky and dry.",,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Grangehurst 2000 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grangehurst-2000-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2000,Grangehurst
,White,Spain,"Highly mineral, with citrus, apple and peach aromas. A touch mute in its flavor profile but still shows enough forward fruit and restrained sweetness to please. Snappy throughout.",Don Alvaro de Bazán,24,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Granbazán 2005 Don Alvaro de Bazán Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granbazan-2005-don-alvaro-bazan-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Granbazán
13.5,Red,Italy,"Big and clumsy upon opening, as nutty, earthy aromas dominate the fruit. Airing reveals lively black cherry and snappy plum flavors, but also a distant taste of sugar beet. Brightly acidic and almost tangy; it's obviously a good wine but it has a short zestiness that brings it down a notch.",Montepergoli,65,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Enrico Santini 2001 Montepergoli  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrico-santini-2001-montepergoli-sangiovese-bolgheri/,Sangiovese,2001,Enrico Santini
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A step up in quality from the 2004, and a step down in price make this Pinot a hit any way you slice it. Black cherry and plum fruit is balanced by hints of menthol and vanilla from oak. It's on the full-bodied, muscular side and admittedly a bit chunky, but does show fine dusty tannins and decent length on the finish.",,13,87,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2005 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2005-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2005,Oyster Bay
13,Red,New Zealand,"This relatively new Bannockburn producer has turned out a supple, creamy 2004 that boasts plenty of red fruit aromas and flavors, ranging from raspberry to cherry and strawberry. Crisp and juicy on the finish.",Bannockburn,40,87,Central Otago,,,Bald Hills 2004 Bannockburn Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bald-hills-2004-bannockburn-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bald Hills
,Red,US,"Good fruit, s  with plenty of soft cranberry/cherry flavor, and very light milk chocolate in the finish.",,23,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,WillaKenzie Estate
13.3,Red,South Africa,"Earthy red berry aromas lead to nice flavors of dark berry, leather and barnyard. Full and ripe in the mouth, with plenty of acidity and chalky tannins. Finishes hot, with a metallic feel.",The Music Room,40,87,South Africa,,,Flagstone 2003 The Music Room Cabernet Sauvignon (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flagstone-2003-music-room-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Flagstone
,Red,US,"Slightly lean and beginning to dry out, but this is still a silky, harmonious glass of mature Pinot Noir, featuring hints of mushroom, dried spices and tobacco. Drink up.",,,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 1997 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-1997-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Hamacher
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A very smooth, dry wine with tight acidity and a hint of alcohol to the palate. Aromas of dark fruits are a bit roasted, while plum and blueberry flavors are tinged with leather bordering on Band-Aid. Finishes warm, with vanilla accents. Imported by Cape Classics.",,69,87,Western Cape,,,Mulderbosch 2002 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2002,Mulderbosch
14.1,Red,US,"Tasting a bit raisiny from this warm, dry year, with gobs of sweet cherries and cocoa. Lush, rich, full, still fairly tannic at the age of 9-1/2 years, the wine should continue to develop for an additional five to ten years.",Rubicon,90,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 1996 Rubicon Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-1996-rubicon-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Niebaum-Coppola
13,White,New Zealand,"New Zealand Sauvignons near the $10 mark that aren't being churned out by a huge multinational corporation are getting hard to find, but here's one example, and it's available in magnums too, which should be even more economical—provided you've got a big enough thirst or enough guests to down all that wine. This excellent value in NZ SB is a bit understated on the nose, but still offers herbal flourishes, stone fruit and citrus in a medium-bodied, well-rounded package. Picks up refreshing passion fruit notes on the finish.",,11,87,Marlborough,,,Redcliffe 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redcliffe-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Redcliffe
13,Red,France,"A decent value for red Burgundy, with supple tannins that frame cherry and vanilla flavors. A sinewy thread of fresh herbs runs throughout, ending in hints of dark chocolate on the finish. Drink now–2010.",Mont-Avril,19,87,Burgundy,Côte Chalonnaise,,Domaine Michel Goubard 2003 Mont-Avril  (Côte Chalonnaise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-goubard-2003-mont-avril-pinot-noir-cote-chalonnaise/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Michel Goubard
8,White,Germany,"Intensely petrolly on the nose, with a rather full mouthfeel and dense, minerally flavors. This is stolid and sullen right now, but undeniably intense. Hints of spice on the finish bode well for the future, so stow it away for 3–4 years before trying it with something substantial, like roast pork.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,26,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2004 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2004-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
13.7,Red,US,"What a nice job Beaulieu does every year with this wine, from their home territory. It's dry and polished, with loads of black currant, licorice and chocolate flavors. The dusty tannins balance out the ripe fruit. Best now through 2012.",,25,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
14,Red,South Africa,"A mild nose of dark berries and violets uncovers grilled meat, mineral, and finely oaked berry fruits. The structure is tightly wound, acidity wrapping tannins in a silky feel. Lacks the power of some other Syrahs, but a fine wine nevertheless. Imported by Cape Classics.",,27,87,Stellenbosch,,,Rudera 2003 Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudera-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-stellenbosch/,Syrah,2003,Rudera
14.5,Red,Spain,"The label says the Barker is big, loud and Spanish, and it's right. This wine is a racy, ripe, lively Garnacha with weight, flavor and balance. Tastes good, with cherry, plum, coffee and chocolate all stepping up and taking a bow. Ripe and ready at 14.5%, but on the money.",The Barker,9,87,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Sideshow 2003 The Barker Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sideshow-2003-barker-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2003,Sideshow
6.5,White,Germany,"A bit of a disappointment after the stellar 2004 auslese, Vollrads's BA is thick and syrupy, but also has a slightly acetic edge to its aromas and flavors. Dried fruit and honey marry with melon notes that tail off a bit on the finish.",Beerenauslese,170,87,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2004 Beerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2004-beerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Schloss Vollrads
11.5,White,Germany,"This old-vine parcel of Erdener Prälat has yielded an impressively minerally and spicy spätlese, buffered by ripe apples and pears. A slightly oily texture suggests ample concentration, but the wine doesn't fully flesh out in the midpalate, leaving a slight hollowness that kept me from being more enthusiastic.",Erdener Prälat Spätlese Alte Reben,41,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitges 2004 Erdener Prälat Spätlese Alte Reben Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitges-2004-erdener-pralat-spatlese-alte-reben-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Schmitges
14,Red,US,"This big, powerful young wine tastes more alcoholic than the 14% that the label claims it is. It's superripe in cherry, blackberry and cassis flavors, and Grenache-like in the mouth, which means it's a little heavy for a Pinot. If you like this style, you'll love this wine, which came from a vineyard in the county seat, Santa Rosa.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,58,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2004 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2004-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,MacPhail
,White,Spain,"Lemony gold in color, with mineral-infused apple as the lead aroma. Maybe a bit bigger than average, with some roundness and chunkiness to the palate. Still it's a very good wine, one with additional mineral and citrus on the finish.",,20,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Palacio de Fefiñanes 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacio-fefinanes-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Palacio de Fefiñanes
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Passionfruit and mineral leap from the glass, while the flavors of honeydew, peach and a spritz of lime have good intensity. Ripe in the mouth, but with good matching acidity, the alcohol (14.5%) shows a bit warm on the finish, giving the key lime notes a feel of austerity.",,45,87,Stellenbosch,,,Waterkloof 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterkloof-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Waterkloof
,White,Spain,"A lower selection of grapes than the winery's superior Dona Rosa results in a fresh wine full of apple, nectarine and minerality. Not particularly complex but goes down nicely. Classic everyday Albariño.",Alba Rosa,15,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Adega Martínez Serantes 2005 Alba Rosa Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-martinez-serantes-2005-alba-rosa-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Adega Martínez Serantes
14.5,Red,US,"The tannins star here. They're Tony Soprano to everyone else's supporting role, including the delicious cherry and blackberry flavors and sumptuous oak. It's all very good, but “voluptuous” is not a word to describe this wine. Drink over the next three years.",,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Duckhorn
13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe, slightly char-broiled and pure, with compact red-fruit aromas. Broader on the tongue, with tasty black cherry and blackberry. Tight and tannic, but with enough girth and glycerol to fatten it up to a balanced level.",L'Aspetto,18,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2002 L'Aspetto Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2002-laspetto-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2002,Fattoria Fibbiano
14,White,New Zealand,"Cloudy Bay is better known for its Sauvignon Blanc, but their Chardonnay is dependably good as well. This vintage seems a little lighter than previous efforts, but it still offers flavorful notes of cashew butter atop a base of pineapple and lemon fruit. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,29,87,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2004 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2004-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Cloudy Bay
,White,Spain,"Crisply made, with a strong emphasis on green apples. This is a zesty, flinty white made for warm-weather drinking. Despite being 100% Godello it has a lot in common with Sauvignon Blanc.",Montenovo,10,87,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Bodegas Valderroa 2005 Montenovo Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valderroa-2005-montenovo-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2005,Bodegas Valderroa
13,Red,Italy,"As usual, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot has weight and color but not a lot of richness or sweetness. The berry flavors are snappy and juicy, with tight, focused acidity. Less New World than most Banfi wines, yet for an off vintage it has its good points.",Excelsus,78,87,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 2000 Excelsus Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2000-excelsus-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-santantimo/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Castello Banfi
13.8,Red,South Africa,"With big tannins and high acidity, this wine is explosive and fruity. Red cherry and mulberry flavors are barely kept in check with a dash of minerality and ripe fruit is layered on a structured frame. This wine could easily please at the next barbecue, washing down a mouthwatering rack of baby back ribs.",,14,88,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2002 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2002-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2002,Simonsig
12.4,White,Spain,"Hard and waxy on the nose, with little to no appealing fruit aromas. The palate is loaded with sharp lemon and green apple flavors. Lacks friendliness; healthy in terms of feel but borders on sour.",,15,82,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Mar de Frades 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-frades-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Mar de Frades
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A superbly dense, concentrated wine so rich in flavor that it almost has a brooding, dark quality. The hint of medicinal character just gives all this intensity a lift, and goes with flavors of roasted nuts and licorice. The aftertaste has just the right acidity. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",30-year old tawny,98,94,Port,,,Dow's NV 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Dow's
14.8,Red,US,"There's an intense cherry-cocoa flavor, accented by the finest spicy, smoky oak, that makes this wine irresistibly seductive right from the get-go. It's distinguished by finely ground, sweet tannins and an oaky-creamy mouthfeel, and finishes dry and long. Defines the Oakville style of grace and power.",,50,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Tamber Bey 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamber-bey-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tamber Bey
,Red,US,"Powerful, youthful and still a bit raw, the newest release of DeLille's signature red blend shows a range of fruit from cherry and blackberry to dark notes of raisin and balsamic. It's still melding together its aggressive barrel toast, showing good structure and balance for long-term aging. Despite its almost 15% alcohol, it is balanced and even.",Chaleur Estate,68,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2003 Chaleur Estate Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2003-chaleur-estate-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,DeLille
,Red,US,"One of the ripest Farrell Pinots I've ever tasted, this bottling, from the well-known Allen Vineyard, is enormously fruity. It was a very hot, fast vintage, and the fruit here is enormously rich, almost dessert-like in baked cherry pie and rum-soaked currant flavors. It is, however, fully dry. Drink this decadent Pinot with beef tenderloin served in a wine or fruit reduction sauce.",Allen Vineyard Hillside Blocks,60,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Allen Vineyard Hillside Blocks Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-allen-vineyard-hillside-blocks-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Gary Farrell
14.5,Red,US,"The first impression of this Cab is that it's way too young. It has plenty of flash in the ripe Cabernet fruit, rich oak, dense tannins and crisp acidity, but those tannins hold the wine in lockdown, and the parts are far from coming together. In serious need of cellaring, this dynamic young wine should begin to be approachable by 2008.",Beckstoffer Vineyard X,75,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Merryvale 2002 Beckstoffer Vineyard X Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2002-beckstoffer-vineyard-x-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Merryvale
,Red,US,"The blend is half Merlot, the rest Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, from vineyard sources including DuBrul and Elerding. Smooth and supple, this richly fruity wine shows the lively herb and spice details that characterize the best Yakima Valley sites. Perfectly balanced, elegant and stylish, it's the perfect example of how Washington combines the best of Old and New World styles.",,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Owen Roe 2004 Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2004-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2004,Owen Roe
,Red,US,"Medium-ruby in color, with an inviting aroma of dried cherry, cinnamon, cola and smoky oak, this Pinot shows classic varietal structure and elegance. It's very, very dry, with a silky texture and penetrating acidity. Rather austere and angular now, the wine needs decanting or short-term aging.",Cargasacchi Jalama Vineyard,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Waltzing Bear 2003 Cargasacchi Jalama Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waltzing-bear-2003-cargasacchi-jalama-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Waltzing Bear
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Violet in color, with sweet lilac, plum and graham cracker aromas. A fruitball of the first order, but one that's ripe and balanced. The palate pours on blackberry and chocolate in spades, while the tannins and acids meet in the middle. Imported by Testa Wines of the World.",,20,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2003 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2003-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2003,Luigi Bosca
,Red,US,"Big, hot and very liquorous, with definite Bourbon barrel flavors. There's plenty of ripe, full-blown berry-flavored fruit, just this side of jammy, but overall it's a bit of a fruit/oak bomb.",Seven Hills Vineyard Reserve,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2003 Seven Hills Vineyard Reserve Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2003-seven-hills-vineyard-reserve-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Pepper Bridge
,Red,Italy,"Still dark in color, albeit with some bricking evident, and still a bit tannic on the finish. Still, this is very good, combining earth and tobacco with plums and cherries. Big in the mouth, with a velvety feel, but also a touch of warmth from alcohol. Drink now or hold.",Riserva,95,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 1990 Riserva  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-1990-riserva-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1990,Carpineto
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a hugely dry, burnt style, very concentrated. The licorice and bitter coffee flavors are dense, layered and well balanced with the acidity. A serious wine that demands attention.",20-year old tawny,52,90,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,W. & J. Graham's
14.5,Red,Australia,"Has aromas of eucalyptus and earth, with more of the same on the palate accenting very taut mixed fruit. Layered and complex with chenille-like tannins; not a massive-sized nor overly tannic version of Tannat. Would pair nicely with braised pork in sauce. Imported by Pan Pacific Wines.",Grand Reserve,58,90,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,Pepper Tree 2004 Grand Reserve Tannat (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-tree-2004-grand-reserve-other-red-tannat-wrattonbully/,Tannat,2004,Pepper Tree
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a finely balanced, rich but elegant wine, from a company owned by Sogrape, Portugal's largest wine producer. There is some good burnt caramel flavor, as well as ripe fruit, and a delicious, just lightly fresh aftertaste.",30 Year Old Tawny,108,90,Port,,,Offley NV 30 Year Old Tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Offley
,White,France,"Although based in neighboring Menetou-Salon, the Pellé winery also has this small property in Sancerre. This is in the full, soft style of Montigny, where the vineyards are located. It has plenty of open, ripe and generous fruit, showing good acidity as well as ripe apples, sweet lemons and just a touch of minerality. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",La Croix au Garde,24,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Henry Pellé 2004 La Croix au Garde  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henry-pelle-2004-croix-au-garde-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Henry Pellé
14.5,Red,Australia,"A juicy, drink-now Shiraz with some complexity. Meaty, olive-y aromas start it all off, and raspberry and chocolaty oak notes follow through on the palate. Drinkable, accessible and enjoyable. Imported by Canandaigua Wine Co.",,15,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Houghton 2005 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houghton-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2005,Houghton
14.5,Red,US,"A very ripe style, rich in cherry, plum and cocoa flavors. A little chunky now, with firm, dry tannins that lead to some astringency on the finish, but it could gain ground after 2007.",,45,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Varozza 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varozza-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Varozza
15.5,Red,US,"Nice and supple in chocolaty, cherry pie flavors, and with a good tannic structure that lends balance, despite high alcohol. This is a fun-serious wine from estate vineyards in St. Helena.",,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ehlers Estate 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Ehlers Estate
13,White,France,"Another distinctive wine from Marcel Deiss, this one offers up piercing aromas of spice and lemon-scented furniture polish. Braced for piquancy, the palate instead receives an oily coating of sweet pear and pineapple flavors. Long on the finish, though it does show a touch of alcoholic warmth.",Bergheim,29,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2003 Bergheim Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2003-bergheim-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2003,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is dry, with burnt aromas. The palate is very concentrated, packed with bitter fruits and hints of lemon. A sipping Port, just ready for contemplation.",30-year old tawny,60,89,Port,,,Poças NV 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Poças
12.5,White,Austria,"This easy-to-like wine offers a fullish, slightly oily mouthfeel to match with its peach-driven, mineral-tinged flavors. Grace notes of celery leaf and grapefruit provide focus and complexity on the long-lasting finish.",Charming,25,89,Kamptal,,,Laurenz V. 2004 Charming Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurenz-v-2004-charming-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Laurenz V.
13,White,France,"This is Alsace Riesling that's truly dry, dominated by lime and mineral scents that add apple notes with aeration. It's assertive and muscular, with a long, crisp finish. Try with poultry or pork.",Prestige Sec,15,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2004 Prestige Sec Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2004-prestige-sec-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Cave de Ribeauvillé
14,Red,Australia,"Almost three-quarters Cab, with Merlot rounding out the balance. Shows cola, wheat bread and a hint of wintergreen on the nose, and tight red fruit and earth flavors on the palate. A smooth, claylike feel completes the picture. Very nice, and more tight than plump. Imported by Clos Du Val Wine.",Three Monks,16,89,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 2003 Three Monks Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2003-three-monks-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Taltarni
12.5,White,Austria,"If you wish you could afford to drink more Grüner Veltliner, load up on this gem, which features varietally correct aromas of white pepper and celery leaf layered over ripe stone fruit. It's full-bodied and seems soft at first, but then adds acidity and mineral notes on the finish that provide a firm backbone. Crisp and refreshing on the finish; perfect for summertime.",Sandgrube,14,89,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2004 Sandgrube Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2004-sandgrube-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Stadt Krems
14,Red,Australia,"This big, dark wine has blackberry jam and a little brown sugar on the nose, with anise and black cherry fruit taking over on the palate. The fruit's juicy but has a taut, sour edge that restrains it. Finishes with woodsy tannins. New World through and through; drink over the next four years. Imported by Bluewater Wine Co.",Leston,21,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Howard Park 2003 Leston Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2003-leston-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Howard Park
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A big, sweet, soft wine, with lively fruit, some bitter coffee and sweet treacle flavors. This is an elegant, attractive wine.",20-year old tawny,51,89,Port,,,Churchill's NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Churchill's
,White,US,"The vineyard's characteristic green apple and light melon flavors are here, though lighter and more ephemeral than in the over-the-top 2003. Nice hints of cinnamon are scattered throughout, and the finishing oak flavors carry an impression of slightly burned crème brûlée.",Canoe Ridge Estate,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2004 Canoe Ridge Estate Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2004-canoe-ridge-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,US,"Not quite up to the ultraripe heights of recent vintages, this is a somewhat lighter version of this Sémillon. Fig and light herb are the dominant flavors, augmented with pretty toasty highlights from the barrel fermentation, and lovely textures from the extended lees contact.",Fries Vineyard,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,L'Ecole No. 41 2004 Fries Vineyard Sémillon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2004-fries-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Sémillon,2004,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"Sappy with blackberry, blueberry and black raspberry fruits, deep enough to suggest cassis also. A fine, dense, clean and supremely fruity Syrah.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2003-syrah-columbia-valley-wa-58800/,Syrah,2003,L'Ecole No. 41
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,A fresh delicate wine. It has a fine array of orange flavors and a light touch of acidity and caramel.,20-year old tawny,50,89,Port,,,Dow's NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Dow's
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"While this wine certainly tastes old, it has a delicious golden glow from the richness of the apricot jelly-flavored ripe fruit. There is just a touch of spirit, but this adds to the warmth. Imported by Jack Poust & Co., Inc.",Presidential 40-year old tawny,100,89,Port,,,C. da Silva NV Presidential 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-silva-nv-presidential-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,C. da Silva
14,Red,Argentina,"Dark and harmonious, with a heavy coating of toast on the nose. Round, meaty, colorful and rich, with jammy plum and berry flavors coasting on a cuddly, easy body. A fairly big Malbec with just enough spice and charred character to balance it off. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Winemaker's Selection,13,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2003 Winemaker's Selection Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2003-winemakers-selection-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Andeluna
15,Red,Australia,"This is all about immediate drinking pleasure. Offers bright blue-, black- and raspberries on the nose. It's more of the same on the palate, where there are some cherry and rhubarb notes mixed in. Wooly-textured at first but softens with time, as fathers-in-law tend to do. Imported by Bluewater Wine Co.",The Father in Law,18,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Charles Melton 2003 The Father in Law Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-melton-2003-father-in-law-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2003,Charles Melton
,White,France,"As befits the hot, sultry summer of 2003, this is a big, fat wine. It's also maturing well, showing a soft acidity as well as tropical fruits, lychees and some almond flavors. The structure is still there, with some fresh currants, giving crispness as well richness. Imported by David Milligan Selections.",Grand Cuvée Fournier,25,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Fournier Père et Fils 2003 Grand Cuvée Fournier  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2003-grand-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Fournier Père et Fils
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry, with some burnt character, this 40-year old from one of the companies owned by Barros also has great sweet fruit, lime marmalade and layers of acidity. It's well in balance, leaving acidity to finish. Imported by Frontier Wine Imports.",40-year old tawny,150,89,Port,,,Feist NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feist-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Feist
13,White,Austria,"The most flattering of Prager's 2004 smaragds to taste now, thanks to greater weight in the midpalate and riper fruit flavors that flirt with peach and melon while being firmly anchored by citrus and mineral. Hints of Earl Grey tea and stone dust garnish the nose. Drink now or hold.",Hollerin Smaragd,42,89,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Hollerin Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-hollerin-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Prager
15,Red,Australia,"Lifted but plush plum and blueberry fruit on the palate, with chocolate aromas. Tannins are moderate but textured; a good match for savory dishes with sweeter sauces (think braised rabbit or venison with a fruit-based accompaniment). Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",Manuka Grove,23,89,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Nugan Family Estates 2004 Manuka Grove Durif (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2004-manuka-grove-petite-sirah-durif-south-eastern/,Durif,2004,Nugan Family Estates
,White,US,"Beautifully defined fruit flavors—peaches, pineapple and mango—are supported with buttery, nutty oak and rather firm skin tannins.",Indian Wells,17,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2004 Indian Wells Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2004-indian-wells-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Chateau Ste. Michelle
14.4,Red,Australia,"Raspberry and red plum aromas are sweet and ripe, but not in a cloying kind of way. Oak shadings on the palate give this GSMM (39% Grenache, 35% Shiraz, 24% Merlot and 2% Mataro) a nice texture. The mixed-berry flavors have a rustic quality to them that gives this wine the overall impression of an untamed field blend. A nice change of pace. 1,000 cases produced.",,17,89,South Australia,Barossa,,Loose End 2004 G-S-M (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loose-end-2004-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa/,G-S-M,2004,Loose End
,Red,US,"The fourth vintage of this Bordeaux blend (56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, 10% Malbec and 6% Cabernet Franc). Tart, fruit-driven and spiced up with pretty, chocolate barrel flavors, it is a very appealing, consumer-pleasing style.",Cuvée,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2003 Cuvée Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2003-cuvee-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,JM Cellars
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This wine comes from a wildly remote vineyard high in the Upper Douro. It is a fine, balanced wine, packed with acidity to balance the sweetness. It's relatively soft and gentle, with good, fresh flavors of figs.",Quinta Ervamoira 10-year old tawny,41,89,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Quinta Ervamoira 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-quinta-ervamoira-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto
,Red,US,"The name alone draws your attention (heaven help us if “Black Tongue” ever meets Mark Ryan's “Dead Horse”!) but the wine delivers the goods. Tight, tart, compact and spicy, it's loaded with intriguing spices. Peppery and expressive, this is still quite young and very much needs decanting or additional years in the bottle to open it up.",Black Tongue,29,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Stevens 2003 Black Tongue Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2003-black-tongue-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,Stevens
12.3,White,US,"Aromas of nail polish blow off to reveal moderate white fruit, but this wine shines in the mouth with mineral, spice, yellow fruits and citrus. Dry to the point of being austere, nevertheless a touch of sweetness adds roundness. Citrus and spice on the finish. A good value in New York Riesling.",Dry,15,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2005 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2005-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2005,Sheldrake Point
,Red,US,"Very solid—it is hard and a bit chunky—this is dark, sensuous Syrah. Streaks of black tar, smoke and tannin take it to the dark side of the grape, moving into an earthy, smoky finish.",Lady Rosa,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Owen Roe 2004 Lady Rosa Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2004-lady-rosa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Owen Roe
14.5,Red,Australia,"Fruit flavors on the palate are focused and at the forefront; oak intervention is minimal but for a brambly, black-peppery accent. Medium and smooth on the palate, with deep plum, blackberry and tea aromas. A very nice wine; 500 cases produced. Imported by The Australian Wine Connection.",,24,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wayne Thomas 2004 Petit Verdot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wayne-thomas-2004-petit-verdot-mclaren-vale/,Petit Verdot,2004,Wayne Thomas
15,Red,US,"Typical Garys' Pinot, a big, dry, high-alcohol wine ripe in cherry-berry fruit character, fairly hefty in tannins for a Pinot and crisp in coastal acidity. You wouldn't call this wine elegant, but it's admirable for its Santa Lucia-esque muscularity. Should benefit from three to five years' aging.",Garys' Vineyard,45,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Waltzing Bear 2003 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waltzing-bear-2003-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Waltzing Bear
14.8,Red,Argentina,"Full barrique aromas work great with the wine's overriding ripe, rubbery black fruit. Aromas of lemon peel, char and pulsing berry lead toward lively raspberry, plum and herb flavors.  Smooth and well rounded. An elevated wine. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Famiglia Bianchi,18,89,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2004 Famiglia Bianchi Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2004-famiglia-bianchi-cabernet-sauvignon-san-rafael/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Valentín Bianchi
12,White,Australia,"Offers up aromas of citrus peel and fresh whipping cream. On the palate, there's a clean scour of mouthwatering lemon and pink grapefruit flavors. Layered and smooth, finishing with a pucker of sour hard candy. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Thorn,19,89,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Grant Burge 2005 Thorn Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2005-thorn-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2005,Grant Burge
,White,France,"There's great fruit here, lots of white currants, crisp green apples and fresh pears. At the moment, it's all fruit, a result of the vintage and the fact that it's a young wine. But there will be more because the fruit is so concentrated it will give roundness and depth in a year or two. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",,18,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Henri Bourgeois 2005  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2005-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Henri Bourgeois
,White,France,"A fresh, clean, very green wine, which has delicious crisp fruit flavors. It seems to dance on the point of a needle in its fine, delicate flavors and very mineral character. Imported by Bayfield Importing Ltd.",Les Chailloux,,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Fouassier 2004 Les Chailloux  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouassier-2004-chailloux-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Fouassier
,White,France,"Named after the old word for Sauvignon Blanc, this is a fresh, still young wine, but one that already has complexity. Annick Tinel has produced a wine that has an herbal character as well as one which peels away layer after layer of concentrated fruit. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Genetin,22,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Tinel-Blondelet 2004 Genetin  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tinel-blondelet-2004-genetin-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Tinel-Blondelet
14.5,White,Australia,"Pear, melon and peach are foremost on the front and middle palate, with a zip of citrus and mineral creeping in through the finish. Dusty and minerally on the nose, with a Viognier-like viscous feel. Imported by Old Bridge Cellars.",The Olive Grove,16,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2004 The Olive Grove Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2004-olive-grove-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2004,D'Arenberg
,White,France,"A delicious, ripe and intensely fruity wine that is still young but will eventually be rich and concentrated. Packed with exotic fruits, mineral characters and sweet acidity, this is very attractive now, but does need to age 2–3 years. Imported by William Harrison Imports.",,20,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Bernard Reverdy et Fils 2005  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-reverdy-fils-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Bernard Reverdy et Fils
13.9,Red,US,"I have always found Beringer's limited-production, single-vineyard Cabs to be exceedingly tannic wines, and this one still is, even though it's more than four years old. Granted, there's tremendous blackberry and cherry fruit, and the wine is balanced, so it should be an ager. But unless you can deal with tannins, it will be a long time. Hold until 2008 and try again.",Chabot Vineyard,90,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Beringer 2001 Chabot Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-chabot-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Beringer
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An impressively concentrated wine from this firm owned by Barros. There's a dark toffee flavor that runs parallel to fine acidity throughout. The aftertaste is fresh, but still full of concentration.",30-year old tawny,98,90,Port,,,Feist NV 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feist-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Feist
,Red,Italy,"Smoky, toasty and earthy, this still needs a little time to fully integrate its two years in oak. In the mouth, it's big, creamy and thick with tannins that provide a drying counterpoint to plum and prune flavors, while coffee and molasses notes play supporting roles.",Riserva,30,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 2000 Riserva  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2000-riserva-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2000,Carpineto
,White,US,"Another nicely made Viognier for this up-and-coming winery, the third in a row. Vivid acids define lemon drop fruit flavors. It's a clean, juicy style, with lip-smacking tartness and excellent focus in the midpalate. The finish is long and concentrated, with immaculately pure tasting fruit, and no alcoholic heat or excessive bitterness.",,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alexandria Nicole 2005 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2005-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2005,Alexandria Nicole
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"From property owned by the Kopke and Van Zeller families (Fernando van Zeller is Baron de Vilar), this classically attractive 10-year style has deep gold/brown color and is ripe and almost sweet (but with just enough dryness). It also has freshness, young fruit flavors and just a hint of an attractive, burnt character. To find a fine example of a 10-year-old, look no further.",10-year old tawny,26,90,Port,,,Barão de Vilar NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barao-vilar-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Barão de Vilar
14.4,Red,US,"Drinks tighter and steelier than PR Chards of the past, and there's a lot of acidity, and even a dusting of tannins in this big, young wine. Bone dry, the minerality is enriched with white peach, honeydew  and oak flavors. Few California Chardonnays benefit from aging, but this one will. Best from 2007 through 2009.",Private Reserve,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2004 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-private-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Beringer
10,Dessert,Australia,"This sticky pulls out all the stops; where words like “ripe, full, rich and sweet” are detriments to some wines they only explain this one's attractiveness. Apricot aromas are laid on thick, backed by some citrus and fig. Apricot, passion fruit, mango and burnt sugar emerge on the palate and through the finish. Would do your favorite apple pie or peach cobbler real justice. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Botrytis,15,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2002 Botrytis Semillon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2002-botrytis-semillon-semillon-south-eastern/,Sémillon,2002,Hardys
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dense, concentrated, but deliciously clean wine, with balanced fruit, marmalade flavor and a touch of spirit to finish. This is a wine that shows considerable character and style.",20-year old tawny,50,90,Port,,,Wiese & Krohn NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wiese-krohn-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Wiese & Krohn
,White,France,"This is a great, intense, apples-and-cream style of wine. The acidity is certainly there, but the richness and the ripeness of the fruit dominate. With its concentration and freshness, this will be delicious to drink this summer, but will age for a couple more years. Imported by Weygandt-Metzler.",Vieilles Vignes,27,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy 2004 Vieilles Vignes  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-nicolas-reverdy-2004-vieilles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy
,Red,US,"DuBrul fruit is here taken to the limit, delivering dense, almost syrupy flavors of concentrated blueberry, balsamic vinegar and moist earth. Big and nicely detailed, this mixes in toasty cracker, vanilla and tannins tasting of black tea.",DuBrul Vineyard,60,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Owen Roe 2003 DuBrul Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2003-dubrul-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Owen Roe
,Red,US,"L'Ecole's other Bordeaux blend features Pepper Bridge fruit, divided almost equally between Merlot (45%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (47%), with Cab Franc and Malbec filling out the rest. All the right pieces are in place—scents and flavors of light cherry, pretty chocolate, hints of dill and herb, and a sprinkle of coffee. But it's still jagged and unresolved; give it another year.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2003 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2003-pepper-bridge-vineyard-apogee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,L'Ecole No. 41
12,White,Austria,"Starts off with an intense blast of white pepper and celery leaf, but that's buffered by layers of ripe nectarines. Like most Knoll wines, it leans toward the lighter-weight side of things, yet doesn't lack for flavor or concentration, finishing with a refreshing, minerally character.",Loibner Ried Kreutles Federspiel,26,90,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2004 Loibner Ried Kreutles Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2004-loibner-ried-kreutles-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Emmerich Knoll
12.5,White,France,"Dry Alsace Riesling this good at this price doesn't come along every day, so snap this one up while you can. Steely, minerally scents ally with ripe limes on the nose, then open up into richly layered waves of mineral, spice and green apple on the palate. Not rich or unctuous in texture, just nicely balanced from mineral start to long finish.",Beblenheim,25,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2004 Beblenheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2004-beblenheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,White,France,"From old vines, this intensely flavored wine is deliciously ripe, a product of the hot summer of 2005, but retains the essential acidity and citrus flavors of good Sancerre. Packed with fruit now, it will soften, ripen and gain almond layers that will give it even more complexity. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Domaine de la Perrière,20,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pierre Archambault 2005 Domaine de la Perrière  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-archambault-2005-domaine-perriere-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Pierre Archambault
13.5,White,France,"Rather reined-in on the nose, this wine lacks Gewürz's over-the-top aromatics, instead showing restrained pear and spice scents. Combined with the wine's lack of residual sugar, this aspect of the wine will make it more versatile with food, as it pumps out apple, citrus and spice flavors that turn peppery on the finish.",Les Folastries,31,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2004 Les Folastries Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2004-folastries-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Josmeyer
,White,France,"With two years of aging, this wine has developed delicious nutty aromas and flavors; they have tamed the great, crisp fruit that still underlies what is a complex, intense wine. There is good depth to the white fruits and the aromas of white spring flowers. Imported by David Milligan Selections.",Les Chardouillonne,25,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2003 Les Chardouillonne  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2003-chardouillonne-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Fournier Père et Fils
13,White,Austria,"Thickly textured in the mouth, serving only to amplify the initial impressions of minerals and crushed stones. Apple and citrus flavors add crispness, turning downright zesty on the finish. Drink now-2020.",Spitzer Hochrain Smaragd,66,90,Wachau,,,Franz Hirtzberger 2004 Spitzer Hochrain Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-hirtzberger-2004-spitzer-hochrain-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Franz Hirtzberger
14,Red,Australia,"Profoundly plummy on the nose, with blueberry in the secondary role. On the palate, the Leston is broad, its black- and blueberry flavors a little tangy at first, but softening with air. Finishes with lively doses of black pepper and menthol. Very pretty. Imported by Bluewater Wine Co.",Leston,21,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Howard Park 2003 Leston Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2003-leston-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2003,Howard Park
14.6,White,US,"What's so interesting about this Chardonnay is the dryness and the earthy minerality. There are flavors of dried herbs and dried fruits, such as apricots, lemons and pink grapefruits. Usually these Dijon clones produce enormously fruity wines, but this fine wine has a sleek, high-acid Chablisian elegance.",Dijon Clones,33,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Pine Ridge 2004 Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2004-dijon-clones-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Pine Ridge
,White,US,"This 2005 is the first vintage for this new single vineyard Riesling from the Indian Wells vineyard in the Wahluke Slope AVA. Ripe and juicy, it's a more tropical style than the others from Ste. Michelle, but still maintains the acid backbone to qualify as racy. The finish is particularly rich and resonant.",Indian Wells,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2005 Indian Wells Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2005-indian-wells-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Another Symington family brand that often shows well, Smith Woodhouse's 10-Year Oldis big and firm, quite tannic even, and very rich and dry. This is a good, solid, powerful wine, with great finishing acidity.",10-year old tawny,28,90,Port,,,Smith Woodhouse NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-woodhouse-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Smith Woodhouse
,Red,US,"This sleek, subtle blend (55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 20% Cab Franc) offers sharp, tangy mixed fruits and loads of sweet spices. Cinnamon, coconut and baking spices waft up from the glass and hit the palate explosively, finishing with a grand chocolate finale. Interesting and well-defined.",424 Red Wine,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stevens 2003 424 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2003-424-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Stevens
14.5,White,US,"This 100% Cabernet is very pure and elegant in cherry and cassis flavors. The tannins are sturdy and thick, but the mouthfeel is lighter in weight than Cabs from Oakville or Rutherford. In fact, elegance and finesse really are the hallmarks of this wine. Best now and through 2010.",,60,90,California,Napa,Yountville,Keever 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keever-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Keever
,Red,US,"This was a tough vintage, with multiple days above 100¢ª during harvest, but winemaker John Falcone pulled it off. The wine is graceful despite a background of raisins, which add a spicy piquancy to the cherry and crushed spice flavors. Drink now.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rusack
12,White,US,"An Alsatian-style Riesling, this dry, firm wine has aromas of peach and citrus. Minerality backs the mouthfeel, while flavors of orange, melon, spice and peach pit play on the tongue. Strong acids and a long, minerally finish suggest that this wine will age gracefully over the next five years or more.",Dry,16,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ravines 2005 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravines-2005-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2005,Ravines
,White,Austria,"Rather full and round, this is a plump wine that offers white pepper notes amply buttressed by ripe peach and melon fruit. Firms and shows more pepper on the finish, suggesting at least a few years' of ageability.",Terrassen,21,90,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2004 Terrassen Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2004-terrassen-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Rainer Wess
,White,France,"There's great depth of flavor to this top wine from Michel Redde. There's also a fine balance of acidity, minerality and great citrus fruit flavors. This is a wellcrafted wine, with freshness and depth of flavor in equal measure. Imported by Kobrand.",La Moynerie,25,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Michel Redde et Fils 2004 La Moynerie  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-redde-fils-2004-moynerie-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Michel Redde et Fils
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"While it is quite dark in color, this wine still has plenty of good, 10-Year Oldfresh fruit flavors. Perfumed and delicate, it has light sweetness and a good layer of fruit and wood acidity, leaving a dry aftertaste. Its quality is an indication of the impressive improvements that have occurred at Royal Oporto in recent years.",10-year old tawny,29,90,Port,,,Royal Oporto NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oporto-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Royal Oporto
,Red,US,"L'Ecole's estate Bordeaux blend is a bigger, chewier wine than its companion Apogee, although in this new vintage the two are far closer than the 2002s. Still pulling itself together, this wine hints at lime, stone and pepper, and features a fair amount of broad, chocolaty oak. The fruit is hiding just a bit, but this is very well made and should round out nicely over the next 3–5 years.",Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Perigee,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2003 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Perigee Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2003-seven-hills-vineyard-estate-perigee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"Dusty and light, this sends up scents of pretty rose petals dusted with chocolate powder. The lightly floral quality makes for an elegant and restrained wine, but the chocolaty oak keeps it flavorful and very appealing.",DuBrul Vineyard,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Owen Roe 2004 DuBrul Vineyard Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2004-dubrul-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2004,Owen Roe
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Warre's seems to have found just the right formula for its tawnys. The 10-Year OldOtima is a fine wine, and so is this Otima 20. It has aromas of almonds, layers of acidity and sweetness, the flavor of bitter oranges, and a round, ripe aftertaste.",Otima 20-year old tawny,42,90,Port,,,Warre's NV Otima 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-nv-otima-20-year-old-tawny-port-58283/,Port,,Warre's
14.2,Red,US,"Diamond Mountain Cabs are notorious for their tannins, and this is no exception. It's tough and tight now, a dry wine that ends in total astringency. Then there's the fruit, rich in blackberry and cherry flavors. Should begin to open by 2008 and hold and improve for many years after.",Estate Vineyards,70,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2002 Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2002-estate-vineyards-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Von Strasser
,White,France,"A very minerally wine, with white flower aromas and grapefruit flavors. This is such pure Sauvignon, it's just a joy to taste the ripe fruits, the freshness and bubbling flavors. Imported by Angeles Wine Agency.",Les Chaumiennes,18,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,André et Edmond Figeat 2005 Les Chaumiennes  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-edmond-figeat-2005-chaumiennes-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,André et Edmond Figeat
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An attractively dry style of wine, with a concentrated inner core of firm acid and lightly burnt flavors. It has intensity, along with good fruitiness. This lesser brand of the Symington group is worth seeking out, both for its quality and for its good value.",10-year old tawny,24,90,Port,,,Gould Campbell NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gould-campbell-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Gould Campbell
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A hugely rich, sweet wine, full of concentration and very ripe fruit flavors. This is the classic Fonseca style, all richness and depth of flavor. There's power here, but it is all clothed in acidity and great fruits.",10-year old tawny,30,90,Port,,,Fonseca NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Fonseca
13,Red,Austria,"A plump, juicy rendition of Zweigelt, with white pepper accenting blackberry and mulberry fruit. Long and succulent on the finish.",,18,90,Burgenland,,,Hillinger 2004 Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hillinger-2004-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2004,Hillinger
,White,France,"A round, very ripe wine with concentrated, exuberant fruit flavors that leap out of the glass. This is a delicious, attractive wine, but one that should also age well, softening and taming the fresh, fruity acidity. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",,19,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Michel Thomas et Fils 2005  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-michel-thomas-fils-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Domaine Michel Thomas et Fils
13,White,France,"Almost smoky in its mineral intensity, backed by sturdy apple, pear and spice shadings. This blend of Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer is off-dry and intense without being heavy or overbearing, easily marrying honey, bergamot and cinnamon flavors.",Grasberg,52,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2002 Grasberg White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2002-grasberg-white-alsace/,White Blend,2002,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,White,France,"Made from old vines, this ripe, intensely fruity wine has flavors of green plums and gooseberries to go with a firm, tight structure that promises a couple of years aging. Imported by Bayfield Importing Ltd.",Domaine les Grands Groux,17,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Fouassier 2004 Domaine les Grands Groux  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouassier-2004-domaine-grands-groux-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Fouassier
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine that is in the fresh, sweet style of 10-year-old, while balancing chocolate, cocoa and dark fig flavors. A firm structure keeps  this profusion of flavors in order.",10-year old tawny,29,90,Port,,,Dow's NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Dow's
,White,France,"It's a crisp, minerally wine, with currants and grapefruit, but also good intense pea and herb flavors. At the moment, the delicious fresh fruit dominates; a fine, concentrated wine. Imported by Winebow.",L'Arret Buffatte,20,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Tinel-Blondelet 2004 L'Arret Buffatte  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tinel-blondelet-2004-larret-buffatte-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Tinel-Blondelet
,Red,Italy,"Drinking beautifully now, balancing vibrant fruit against an interesting array of secondary flavors. Leather, dusty minerals and black cherry scents pick up plum, tobacco and earth shadings on the palate. Silky and long on the still-firm finish.",Riserva,55,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 1995 Riserva  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-1995-riserva-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1995,Carpineto
,Red,Italy,"Of the wines tasted, this is the one to drink now. It still shows some chewiness to its texture, but melds that with a smooth, satiny finish and flavors of earth, tobacco and soy. Just enough cherry fruit remains, but this needs to be drunk up.",Riserva,99,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 1988 Riserva  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-1988-riserva-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1988,Carpineto
14.2,Red,US,"It must be the coolness of the estate, because even in this hot vintage, this wine is dry, tannic and relatively moderate in alcohol. It's an old-fashioned Napa Cab, in the best sense, made in a balanced, ageworthy style that impressed before the modern era of superripe opulence. Fine now, and should hold and improve for a good ten years.",Reserve,36,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,William Hill Estate
14.8,Red,US,"The wine is dry and tannic right out of the bottle, with a firm, hard mouthfeel that combines austerity with elegance. Buried deep is a core of oak-accented cassis and cherry fruit. Best to decant this young wine for up to eight hours to let it breathe and develop.",Reserve,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rutherford Ranch
14.3,Red,US,"The vineyard is near Bien Nacido and owned by one of its senior executives. The wine is extremely dry, with high acidity and soft, silky tannins. Qualitatively, it feels austere in the mouth, with dried fruit character and a firmness that borders on minerality, but there's a complexity that makes it interesting to drink.",Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard,42,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Waltzing Bear 2003 Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waltzing-bear-2003-rancho-ontiveros-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Waltzing Bear
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a sweet, dense wine, balancing lively dried fruit flavors against intense coffee and treacle. It has great style, a powerful wine that manages to present a softer side.",20-year old tawny,50,91,Port,,,Fonseca NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Fonseca
14.5,Red,Australia,"Stylized and excellent Shiraz. Briar and chili powder aromas are subtle; the wine is broad on the palate, with flavors of plum, raspberry and vanilla bean. Tannins are soft and approachable at first, but feel thick and wooly by the time you reach for a second glass. 1,000 cases produced. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Old Vine Reserve,35,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Archetype 2004 Old Vine Reserve Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archetype-2004-old-vine-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Archetype
,White,France,"There aren't many aristocratic estates in the largely peasant-based culture of Pouilly. But this is one, and it's old, dating back to 1396. The Estutt d'Assay family makes one wine, an estate wine: This 2004 has great elegance, not hugely rich, but with fine, pure fruit flavors that are already well balanced. There's roundness from the terroir of Tract-sur-Loire as well as a streak of fine acidity. Imported by Louis Latour Inc.",,35,91,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Château de Tracy 2004  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tracy-2004-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Château de Tracy
14,Red,Australia,"A steak lover's Cab made in an old-school style, sturdy but not brash. Has its share of oak, to be sure, but it's the “dry tannins and black pepper flavors” kind, not the toast-and-nut route. Red plum and cherry fruit are at its firm core. Enjoyable and traditional. Imported by Pan Pacific Wines.",Grand Reserve,100,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Pepper Tree 2000 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-tree-2000-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Pepper Tree
,White,France,"Almost New World in its intense fruit flavors, bursting with currants, gooseberries and lemons, this is a wine packed with delights. It should age well over three or four years, but can be enjoyed now for its exuberant fruit. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",La Porte du Caillou,18,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2005 La Porte du Caillou  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2005-porte-caillou-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Henri Bourgeois
12,White,Australia,"Delicious, precise and excellent, but this Riesling isn't built to satisfy the masses. Its acidity is scouring and it gives the wine a tartness that makes your mouth water. Aromas are dusty and delicate, and flavors stay the lime and green grape track. Worth seeking out, but don't judge it on that first mouthpuckering sip. Imported by Old Bridge Cellars.",Art Series,22,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2004 Art Series Riesling (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2004-art-series-riesling-margaret-river/,Riesling,2004,Leeuwin Estate
15.3,Red,US,"Forward in rich, toasty new French oak, this 100% varietal wine flatters the palate with cherry pie, vanilla and cassis flavors with a dusting of tangerine rind. It's soft, silky and absolutely delicious, a voluptuous wine that hails from Ehlers' St. Helena estate.",,33,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ehlers Estate 2003 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2003-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Ehlers Estate
,Red,US,"From lower Howell Mountain, this 100% Cab has bigtime tannins and tremendous authority. It's dry, shut down and slightly rustic now, with an edgy feel, but the core of ripe Cabernet fruit suggests that it will blossom and improve by 2008, and then hold until at least 2015.",,90,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clark-Claudon 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clark-claudon-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Clark-Claudon
10,Dessert,Australia,"One of Australia's most noted dessert wines does not disappoint: It's medium-full in the mouth, with warming burnt sugar and meat aromas, which are followed up by apricot, peach and butterscotch flavors and a dry finish. Definitely has a buttery, oily quality to it, through and through. Needs no accompaniment to end a meal well. Imported by De Bortoli Wines USA Inc.",Noble One Botrytis,29,91,New South Wales,New South Wales,,De Bortoli 2003 Noble One Botrytis Semillon (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2003-noble-one-botrytis-semillon-semillon-new-south-wales/,Sémillon,2003,De Bortoli
13.5,White,Austria,"Classic, cellar-worthy Riesling, combining a ripe, creamy mouthfeel with great length and precision on the finish. Citrus and apple scents start it off, joined by riper pear flavors and hints of orange and bergamot. Long on the finish, picking up layers of peppery, minerally spice. Drink 2014-2020, or beyond.",Spitzer Singerriedel Smaragd,80,91,Wachau,,,Franz Hirtzberger 2004 Spitzer Singerriedel Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-hirtzberger-2004-spitzer-singerriedel-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Franz Hirtzberger
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"From its vineyard in the hot Torto Valley, Ramos-Pinto has produced a rich, densely sweet, lightly burnt wine. It's deliciously attractive, very smooth and flavored with perfumed dried apricots.",Quinta Bom Retiro 20-year old tawny,75,91,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Quinta Bom Retiro 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-quinta-bom-retiro-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto
,Red,US,Seven Hills fruit anchors this mix of Sangiovese (75%) and Syrah (25%). It's strongly scented with tobacco notes and sweet herb notes. Carries the characteristic tartness of Sangiovese but in a flavorful and penetrating style; it tastes bigger than it feels. Notes of violets and pepper add nuance to the blend.,Guido,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2003 Guido Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2003-guido-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2003,K Vintners
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a great, fresh, young style of wine, with figs and bitter marmalade flavors. There's a touch of orange peel, a hint of vanilla and very ripe, delicious fruit.",10-year old tawny,30,91,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Taylor Fladgate
,White,US,"L'Ecole's budget bottling blends in 14% Sauv Blanc, making a brilliant, creamy, rich and textural wine which softly suggests nettle, lime, grapefruit, tangerine and citrus.",Barrel Fermented,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2004 Barrel Fermented Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2004-barrel-fermented-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2004,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,France,"From old vines on the Figeat estate, this is a densely flavored wine, with layers of ripe lemons and green peas, along with pure, fresh fruits. It will be a great Pouilly-Fumé, but certainly needs to age, to allow its intense fruit to soften and gain complexity. Imported by Angeles Wine Agency.",Cuvée Prestige,28,91,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,André et Edmond Figeat 2005 Cuvée Prestige  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-edmond-figeat-2005-cuvee-prestige-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,André et Edmond Figeat
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This recent launch from Warre's is delicious. It's a fruity tawny, with delicious acidity and touches of bitter orange and chocolate. Classically balanced and fresh.",Otima 10-year old tawny,25,91,Port,,,Warre's NV Otima 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-nv-otima-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Warre's
,White,France,"A rich, creamy style of wine, which still keeps a steely undercurrent. The wine is beautifully fresh and firm, but smooth with flavors of green apples and some tannic structure. Mineral flavors firm out this delicious, complex wine. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Chavignol,26,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Vincent Delaporte 2004 Chavignol  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-delaporte-2004-chavignol-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Vincent Delaporte
13.5,Red,Australia,"Full but not overoaked nor overly rich, the Scotsdale Cab is a winner this vintage. The nose's black cherry, clay and light herb notes get deeper the longer the wine sits. On the palate, smoldering, smoky notes envelope tight red cherry and berry flavors. Seems to have an almost Chianti-like, iron-ore core. Very nice. Probably best drunk after 2009. Imported by Bluewater Wine Co.",Scotsdale,21,91,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Howard Park 2003 Scotsdale Cabernet Sauvignon (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2003-scotsdale-cabernet-sauvignon-great-southern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Howard Park
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The legendary Noval has produced a deliciously attractive, light and poised wine, with fresh fruit and acidity. It is dry in style, with some tannins, and a layer of spirit that is well in balance. The aftertaste floats with acidity and fruit.",10-year old tawny,28,91,Port,,,Quinta do Noval NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Noval
11.5,White,Canada,"Rich and syrupy, this wine has plenty of acidity to balance, leaving mouthwatering flavors of baked apple and golden raisin. The wine has a long finish with pineapple flavors that coat the mouth. Musky on the nose, showing vanilla bean. Imported by Mark Anthony Wine Merchants.",Five Vineyards Icewine,20,91,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Mission Hill 2004 Five Vineyards Icewine Riesling (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-hill-2004-five-icewine-riesling-okanagan-valley/,Riesling,2004,Mission Hill
,Dessert,US,"A blend of botrytized Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay, with 38.3% residual sugar, this enormously sweet dessert wine is rich and pure in apricot, vanilla and buttercream flavors. It's a rewarding wine, a rich, complex after-dinner sipper.",After Hours Proprietor's Choice Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Nerelli 2004 After Hours Proprietor's Choice Bien Nacido Vineyard White (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nerelli-2004-after-hours-proprietors-choice-bien-nacido-vineyard-white-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,White Blend,2004,Nerelli
,Red,US,"This is a tart, racy, exciting wine, showing just a hint of brett, but as a viable accent note. Plenty of acid wrapped around concentrated, juicy red fruits; still tight and in need of airing out, but packed with clean fruit flavor.",Big Easy,27,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stevens 2002 Big Easy Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2002-big-easy-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Stevens
13.5,White,Austria,"Shows the ripeness of the vintage and its late-harvested style in its full weight and round, mouthfilling texture, but retains its essential Grüner-ness, combining spicy white pepper and celery leaf notes with just enough stone fruit. Long on the finish, where it adds a dose of minerality.",Loibner Garten Smaragd,19,91,Wachau,,,Johann Donabaum 2003 Loibner Garten Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-donabaum-2003-loibner-garten-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Johann Donabaum
13.5,White,US,"Made from the old Clone 1, which gives classic grass and citrus flavors, and the Musqué clone, which contributes brighter gooseberry notes. Absolutely dry, and boosted by mouthwateringly zesty acidity, it also has low alcohol. This is one of the purest expressions of unoaked, non-malolactic Sauvignon Blanc in California.",,16,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Mauritson
,White,US,"Rusack turns to two vineyards, including Bien Nacido, for their reserve Chard, which is richer and finer than their regular county-wide botting. It's a nice Chard, but a bit young and angular now. The parts are there for a rich, creamy, tropical fruit and mineral show stopper to emerge. Give it until late 2006 and into 2007.",Reserve,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2004-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Rusack
,White,US,"Drinks young, crisp in acids and a little impertinent now, but with great charm; this wine is alive with vibrant cherry, mint and oak flavors that finish in a swirl of chocolate raspberry mousse. That makes it sound sweet, but it's bone dry, just enormously ripe in fruit. It's Santa Lucia Pinot in all its flamboyant glory. Drink soon.",Garys' Vineyard,45,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucia 2004 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucia-2004-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lucia
,White,France,"Named after Alphonse Mellot's son, this beautifully crafted top cuvée is produced from old vines, yielding a full body with a touch of wood that doesn't mask the fresh acidity, just softens it. And still the fruit remains taut with fine, intense grapefruit flavors. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",Edmond,50,91,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Alphonse Mellot 2002 Edmond  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alphonse-mellot-2002-edmond-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Alphonse Mellot
14.3,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the foothills above Mondavi, and the wine is marked by the authoritative tannic structure that usually marks Cabs from this neighborhood. Rich in pure cassis, there's a dusty, locked-down quality and a sandpapery astringency that suggests aging. This is a very fine wine and should drink well in a few years and then hold through 2014 or so.",Reserve,50,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Emilio's Terrace 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilios-terrace-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Emilio's Terrace
,White,France,"This is one of two terroir-based wines from Masson-Blondelet, coming from very minerally soil. It is fresh, taut, tight and packed with poised fruit. The acidity, green fruit flavors and the structure all suggest a wine which will age well. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Les Angelots,18,91,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Masson-Blondelet 2004 Les Angelots  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-masson-blondelet-2004-angelots-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Masson-Blondelet
14.2,White,US,"Richer than the '03, this wine brims with the most savory Meyer lemon, lime and tart green-apple flavors, boosted and brightened with crisp, minerally acidity. Winemaker Steve Leveque barrel fermented this non-malolactic wine for the first time, to make it a little rounder and creamier. It was a good step; the wine is luscious.",,25,91,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Chalk Hill
13.5,White,France,"This Riesling has extra levels of intensity and energy that set it apart from the crowd. Explosive aromas of fresh limes and honey burst from the glass, followed by peach and citrus flavors that drip with ripeness without getting heavy or ponderous. Long and concentrated on the finish.",Grand Cru Osterberg,22,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2004 Grand Cru Osterberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2004-grand-cru-osterberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Cave de Ribeauvillé
,Red,Italy,"Still needs 3–5 years to reach its peak, but approachable now for its smooth, supple texture and plush finish. Tar, leather and cherry scents add notes of fig and tobacco on the palate. Shows the ripeness of the vintage without turning flabby.",Riserva,69,91,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Carpineto 1997 Riserva  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-1997-riserva-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1997,Carpineto
,White,US,"Most of the grapes are from the winery's original 1959 planting. It's a beautiful, refined Sauvignon Blanc, brimming with lemon and lime, freshly mowed green grass and tangy green apple flavors. Partial barrel fermentation adds a creamy complexity. The wine is totally dry and bright in acidity, but it's really the fruit that stars.",,30,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Rochioli
13,White,Austria,"Lush and ripe, but it still retains that signature white pepper-celery leaf note that's a sure sign of the variety. Tastes like peaches and melons rolled in crushed stones, with a long, warm finish that retains a sense of minerality.",Achleiten Smaragd,39,92,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Achleiten Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-achleiten-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Prager
,Red,US,"An extra level of moss, tar and licorice is evident here. Thick and tight, it's great Cabernet, packed and dense, complete in all respects, loaded with rich black fruits set against balancing acids and nicely applied new oak. A star.",Reserve,,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stevens 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevens-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Stevens
,Red,US,"This is two-thirds Cab Sauvignon and one-third Cab Franc. Very well constructed with soft, rich, broad fruit showing ripe raspberry and cherry flavors. Smooth and satiny through the long, satisfying finish. Despite its ripeness it retains just the right hint of cool-climate herb, adding interest and nuance to the finish.",Deluge Red Wine,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Lake Missoula 2002 Deluge Red Wine Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-missoula-2002-deluge-red-wine-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Lake Missoula
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Powered with acidity and its firm structure, this is an intensely dry, concentrated, powerful wine. It certainly has wines in the blend that are older than 10 years, yet it is definitely a 10-Year Oldin style, as the fresh fruit to finish confirms.",10-year old tawny,31,92,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,W. & J. Graham's
,Red,US,"Swan is the old, pre-Dijon clonal selection used by so many wineries. The wine has a youthful character, a little sharp right now, but there's brilliant promise. Crisp in acids, fairly tannic, but loaded with dramatically ripe cherry and pomegranate fruit, this is one to lay down. Best after 2008, but fine now with a rich duck presentation.",Ramal Vineyard Swan Selection,,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Ramal Vineyard Swan Selection Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-ramal-vineyard-swan-selection-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Buena Vista
14.2,Red,US,"Here's a delicious wine, rich and forward in flavor. These Dijon clones produce exceptionally clean, bright fruit, and this Pinot bursts with cherry, pomegranate, rhubarb and cola flavors. It's fully dry, with subtle complexities from oak. Great now and for the next five years, but don't hold it so long that it loses its fruity youthfulness.",Ramal Vineyard Dijon Clones,,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Ramal Vineyard Dijon Clones Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-ramal-vineyard-dijon-clones-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Buena Vista
14,Red,Australia,"This vintage doesn't really gel with the wine's typically earthy character, but it is delicious, in any case. This year there's cherry and light spice on the nose, and a palate brimming with juicy plums and black cherries. The feel is excellent—like smooth stone or clay. Imported by Bluewater Wine Co.",Scotsdale,21,92,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Howard Park 2003 Scotsdale Shiraz (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2003-scotsdale-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-great-southern/,Shiraz,2003,Howard Park
,Red,US,"Don't let the nondescript label fool you; this is serious juice. Dark, sappy, spicy and dense, it comes on with flavors of baking chocolate and smoked meat, scented with violets and citrus, and finishes with bracing green tea tannins. A strong, muscular, substantial effort.",,19,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rulo Winery 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-winery-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Rulo Winery
14.5,Red,US,"Classic Napa Cabernet, rich and sensuous in tannins that are fully approachable now, with ripe black currant and mocha flavors enriched with smoky, spicy oak. The wine is nicely dry. Beautiful now and best in the next few years for its fat, opulently youthful quality.",,39,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Titus
,White,France,"The 20 different parcels that go to make up Fines Caillottes add up to 52 acres, a large estate for the region. Alain Pabiot makes an impressively classic Pouilly-Fumé, with the pure fruit of the Sauvignon made more subtle with flavors of herbs and a fine, poised structure. An excellent wine, and one that  will certainly age well. Imported by Henry Wine Group.",Domaine des Fines Caillottes,,92,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Jean Pabiot et Fils 2004 Domaine des Fines Caillottes  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-pabiot-fils-2004-domaine-fines-caillottes-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Jean Pabiot et Fils
14.2,Red,US,"Compared this to the winery's Cabernet Sauvignon, it's softer, richer and more accessible despite the big tannins that will enable the wine to age. Flavorwise, you'll find a delicious mélange of blackberry, cherry, plum, coffee and herb flavors that are intricate and complexed by flashy new oak. Drink now through 2014.",Sori Bricco Vineyard,70,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2002 Sori Bricco Vineyard Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2002-sori-bricco-vineyard-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Red Blend,2002,Von Strasser
15,Red,Australia,"Good as ever, this vintage of the Yangarra Shiraz doles out plenty of juicy blackberry and blueberry fruit accented with fresh but subtle vanilla bean notes. Full and bouncy on the palate, and long on the finish. Winemaker Peter Fraser just doesn't know how to make bad wine. Imported by Yangarra Estate Vineyard.",,25,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 2004 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-estate-vineyard-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Yangarra Estate Vineyard
,Red,US,"Achieves a wonderfully dry, silky, delicate quality without losing complexity and depth. It's so different from the big, juicy, lip-smacking Pinots that usually come from Dijon clones.",Unbridled Solomon Hills Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Wild Horse 2004 Unbridled Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2004-unbridled-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Wild Horse
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Although part of Barros, Kopke still operates relatively independently, and obviously can draw on good stocks of aged tawnys. This wine certainly tastes all of 20 years, with its richness and dryness finely in balance, and with lemon jelly and intense ripe fruits shining through.",20-year old tawny,56,92,Port,,,Kopke NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Kopke
14.1,White,US,"From Yountville, an elegant wine with a dollop of Cabernet for complexity. It's delicious in pure, cassis-laced cherry kirsch and blueberry flavors, with fine oak seasoning. The texture is soft and velvety, with vibrant acidity accompanying lush tannins.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hopper Creek 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Hopper Creek
,White,US,"The winery's flagship Riesling collaboration with Ernst Loosen has tweaked the vineyard sources and developed some new approaches to vine management in an ongoing effort to make Eroica more Germanic. This is a tight, high acid wine, that carries its 1.6% residual sugar with the grace of a spatlese. It briskly walks the line between crisp apple/citrus and off-dry honeyed sweetness, with tremendous length across the palate.",Eroica,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2005 Eroica Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-dr-loosen-2005-eroica-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"At first sip, this seems gentle and soft. But behind this smooth, glossy exterior, there are delicious flavors waiting to emerge. With caramel, oranges, acidity and a twist of treacle, this becomes a fine, balanced wine.",20-year old tawny,40,92,Port,,,Niepoort NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Niepoort
15.4,White,US,"This Chard showcases the Hills' wonderful mélange of ripe tropical and citrus fruit and crisp acidity. Add to that the complex toast and vanillins of the barrel, and the result is eminently drinkable. Enjoy this unctuous Chardonnay early before that babyfat melts away.",Clos Pepe,40,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Clos Pepe Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-clos-pepe-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Brewer-Clifton
14.1,Red,US,"This is a very fine Cabernet, a bit too young for complete enjoyment now due to tough mountain tannins, but there's a fleshy opulence to the fruit. Totally dry, the wine feels rich and balanced, and is Bordeaux-like in its feminine elegance, suggesting a fine St.-Julien. Hold until 2008.",,65,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Barnett 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Barnett
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is an impressive wine, all power and concentration. Flavors of bitter chocolate and arabica coffee are balanced with citrusy freshness. It's relatively lively and vibrant, but there are also plenty of mature flavors.",20-year old tawny,42,92,Port,,,Barão de Vilar NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barao-vilar-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Barão de Vilar
15.5,Red,US,"What a young, powerful wine this is. From the first sniff, an assault of dried cherry, licorice and Asian spice, to the lasting impression of tannins, all this wine wants to do is open up. Decanting, even overnight, will help to soften and round it out. It's a superb wine, rich and elaborate, but a little hot in alcohol, which may limit the ageworthiness. Drink now through 2008.",Mount Carmel,72,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Mount Carmel Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-mount-carmel-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Brewer-Clifton
10.5,White,Canada,"This wine looks like liquid sunshine and smells like a mixture of tropical fruit nectar, vanilla and pastry dough. Rich flavors of tropical fruits and apple custard coat the mouth, while backing acidity keeps it from being cloying. The finish is mouthwatering and long, with pineapple dominating. Imported by Mark Anthony Wine Merchants.",S.L.C. Icewine,85,92,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Mission Hill 2004 S.L.C. Icewine Riesling (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-hill-2004-slc-icewine-riesling-okanagan-valley/,Riesling,2004,Mission Hill
,Red,US,"Big Syrah, and an obvious ager due to the thick, young tannins and relative closedness. But the fruit is so enormous in black cherry compote, chocolate and cassis, and everything is so balanced and harmonious, that the wine cannot fail to improve. Best  by 2008, and will hold for some years beyond.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ojai 2002 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2002-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2002,Ojai
14.2,Red,US,"You might take this for a Cab because of the intensely pure cassis entry. Then in the midpalate, the prettiest cherries show up, along with lots of new-oaky flavors and elaborate tannins. All the parts are pretty in this exceptionally smooth, stylish Merlot. A great price for such a wine.",,25,92,California,Napa,Yountville,Noah 2002 Merlot (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noah-2002-merlot-napa-yountville/,Merlot,2002,Noah
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Another Port success from the Branco family of Quinta do Portal, following their success with the 2003 vintage. This is a lovely, lively wine, with fresh acidity alongside good, mature fruit. It is ripe but very elegant, with a sweet, dried fruit aftertaste.",20-year old tawny,52,92,Port,,,Quinta do Portal NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Portal
14.8,White,US,"Always a rewarding wine, this year's Etoile is particularly rich. It floods the palate with complex fruit spanning the gamut from lemons and limes to pineapples and guavas. Barrel fermentation lends a creamy texture, while the cool climate gives the wine the acidity it needs for balance.",La Petite Etoile Vineyard,20,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2004 La Petite Etoile Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2004-petite-etoile-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Chateau St. Jean
,White,France,"Masson-Blondelet has produced a sumptuous wine from the softer soils of Pouilly. It is ripe and rich, showing good concentration of green and yellow fruits, along with fine supporting acidity. There's a great depth, and certainly good aging ability. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Villa Paulus,18,92,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Masson-Blondelet 2004 Villa Paulus  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-masson-blondelet-2004-villa-paulus-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Masson-Blondelet
11.5,White,France,"Not labeled as late-harvest, but this wine is noticeably sweet, rich and mouthcoating. Honey, baked apple and cinnamon flavors easily glide across the palate, buttressed by just enough acidity to keep it from becoming cloying. Might be best with foie gras or cheese. Drinkable now, but should age effortlessly.",Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru,95,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2002 Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2002-altenberg-bergheim-grand-cru-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2002,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,White,US,"There's a rich streak of mineral that undergirds tremendous ripe tropical fruit, along with crisp acidity and a good amount of smoky oak that's perfectly integrated with the rich fruit. Tremendous extract and weight and a long, impressive finish make this wine addictively good.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,33,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Tantara
14.7,Red,US,"The wine, which is based on Cab Sauvignon, comes from 13 Napa appellations, hence the name. The wine is distinguished, showing lots of lush, forward cassis and cocoa flavor. Has the smoothness of a great old Cognac. Drink now–2013.",Meritage,115,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Thirteen 2003 Meritage Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thirteen-2003-meritage-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Thirteen
,White,France,"Lucien and his son, Gilles, are two of the best technicians in Sancerre: Their wines always have great purity of fruit. But with Le Chêne (the oak tree), they also have a fine, delicious wine that bursts with almond, toast and ripe fruit, as well as exuberant citrus flavors. This is Sauvignon Blanc at its freshest. Imported by Rosenthal Wine Merchants.",Le Chêne,29,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Lucien Crochet 2004 Le Chêne  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-crochet-2004-le-chene-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Lucien Crochet
,White,US,"This enormously ripe wine shines with a purity of tropical fruit and candied citrus flavors that are generously oaked. But for all the richness, a penetrating acidity cuts through and makes the wine finish clean. Drink this Burgundian-style Chardonnay soon for its youthful opulence.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,28,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ojai 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Ojai
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This impressively concentrated wine has classic burnt caramel aromas, with dense, fig and bitter chocolate flavors. It is rich, delicious and tastes somewhat older than its 30-year label.",30-year old tawny,174,92,Port,,,Niepoort NV 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Niepoort
,Red,US,"Composed of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon from the biodynamic En Cerise Vineyard, and 40% Syrah from Seven Hills. The fruit has a touch of the good funk the French call gout de merde, and the wine has a big spine of tarry tannin. This is tight and ageworthy; if you drink it soon you'd best decant it early.",The Creator,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2003 The Creator Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2003-creator-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2003,K Vintners
14.2,Red,US,"The color is fairly light, a lovely translucent ruby, so the weight of this wine comes as something of a surprise. Boasts big flavors: ripe black cherry, and tart, concentrated cola and vanilla flavors enhanced with smoky, spicy oak. Yet the wine is nicely dry, and offset by acidity. Drink now and through 2010.",Garys' Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2004 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Morgan
,Red,US,"This extremely limited (47 cases) Syrah is dedicated to the owners' daughter Jaden, who is pictured on the label. Very classy Wahluke Slope fruit sends up citrus, spice, pineapple and lime aromas over bright, sappy raspberry and cherry fruit.",Jaden's Reserve,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bergevin Lane 2003 Jaden's Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2003-jadens-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Bergevin Lane
15.1,Red,US,"The vineyard is owned by Foley, which produces great Pinot, and what they all have in common is rich acidity, an uncommonly complete structure, and a clean purity of Pinot Noir fruit. This bottle is dry and fuller-bodied than Brewer-Clifton's other Pinots, although it retains those lovely red stone fruits that are so elegant. It's a tight, young wine that needs to be decanted, and should drink well through its sixth birthday.",Rancho Santa Rosa,56,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Rancho Santa Rosa Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-rancho-santa-rosa-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Brewer-Clifton
,Red,US,"Apart from Columbia's Otis Cab, this is Yakima's (and Washington's) oldest Cabernet vineyard. Newer plantings of Merlot and Cab Franc enhance the blend. The wine is marked by its finesse and exceptional grace. Silky and sensuous, it's a wine that warrants the old-fashioned term “breed”—suggesting manapricot-scented lemon and lime flavors are tinged with peaches, wildflowers and nered elegance. Cherry, bramble berry, plummy fruit and exotic spices light up the finish.",Harrison Hill,68,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 2003 Harrison Hill Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2003-harrison-hill-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,DeLille
14.2,Red,US,"This is from Dan Morgan Lee's own vineyard. It's in the coolest northwest part of the appellation, near its boundary, and is more acidic and elegant than his purchased Pinots further south. The 2004 vintage was blazingly hot, and the grapes loved it. Big in cherry, cola, leather and spice flavors, it's a wine to savor. Best now through 2008.",Double L Vineyard,55,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2004 Double L Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-double-l-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Morgan
14,White,US,"This is the best California Chenin Blanc I've ever tasted. Bill Wathan gave the wine full Burgundian treatment, which accounts for the rich creaminess, while the grape itself lends high acidity and a sweet-sour lemon flavor with notes of camphor and tumeric. With the vines dating to 1966, this is an extraordinarily complex, bone-dry wine.",Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Old Vines,18,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2003 Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Old Vines Chenin Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2003-ernesto-wickenden-vineyard-old-vines-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Foxen
14.6,White,US,"It's odd that while the alcohol here is lower than on the winery's Rancho Santa Rosa bottling, the wine tastes hotter, with a pepper spice note that actually complements the ripe, exotic tropical fruit, pear and buttercream flavors. This is a very big, complex wine, long-lasting in the finish and impressive for the way its mass is balanced and contained.",Melville,46,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Melville Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-melville-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Brewer-Clifton
15.9,White,US,"At nearly 16% alcohol, this is one of the biggest Chards I've ever had. It's totally dry and explosive in all sorts of late-picked, effusively ripe pineapple custard, lemon drop and apricot, caramelized brown sugar and cinnamon. A wine like this is an achievement anywhere, and while there are those who will object to its size, it is certainly delicious.",Rancho Santa Rosa,46,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Rancho Santa Rosa Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-rancho-santa-rosa-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Brewer-Clifton
14.3,White,US,"This supple Cabernet feels gentle and soft on entry, then stuns with hidden power and depth. Fully ripe, with chocolaty cassis and cherry flavors. Marked by firm tannins, it is generous now, yet should hold for a good 10 years.",,115,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Hourglass 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hourglass-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hourglass
14.7,Red,US,"The '01 was a hard act to follow. If the '02 lacks a bit of the rich opulence of its predecessor, it may be a more ageable wine. The tannins are thick yet sweet, covering ripe black currant and oaky-mocha flavors that last through an impressively long finish. Drink this dry, balanced Cab now–2014.",,75,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Pine Ridge 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Pine Ridge
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"As so often, Niepoort comes through with a fabulous wine. It is dry and structured, with mature flavors that suggest there are wines in the blend that are older than 10 years. There is a bitter chocolate character, intense bitter almonds and finishing freshness and acidity. The whole comes in a concentrated, intense package.",10-year old tawny,44,93,Port,,,Niepoort NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Niepoort
14.2,White,US,"The vineyard is in the cool, far western part of Green Valley, and the wine, which never saw oak, has very high acidity, nearly 7.7 g/L. You might expect it to be lean, even feline, but the Duttons, among the best growers in the country, have produced a rich, fruity wine, dry and complex in apricot, citrus, herb and mineral flavors. This is simply a tremendous food wine.",Dutton Ranch Cohen Vineyard,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2005 Dutton Ranch Cohen Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2005-ranch-cohen-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Dutton Estate
,Red,US,"Tremendous aromatics on this young wine: a blast of refined cassis, cedar, pine cone, green olives and even roasted meat. Rich and forward in ripe fruit character, and the bigtime tannins are polished. This is an excellent but very young wine. Should peak in 5–7 years.",Gravelly Meadow,175,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Diamond Creek 2002 Gravelly Meadow Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2002-gravelly-meadow-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Diamond Creek
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"At first taste, this appears amazingly fresh for a 40-year-old, but then the older flavors kick in. There is concentration, ripeness and huge intensity of flavor. It's a beautiful wine, with dried apricots giving freshness. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",40-year old tawny,135,93,Port,,,Sandeman NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandeman-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Sandeman
15.3,Red,US,"A Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend, and what a nice wine it is. Rich in cherry, raspberry, cassis and mocha flavors, but saved from simple fruit overload by good acidity and finely ground, though sizable, tannins. Has the structure to age though 2015.",La Maestra Red Wine,50,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ruston 2002 La Maestra Red Wine Red (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruston-2002-maestra-red-wine-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Ruston
14.5,Red,US,"A blend of grapes from three of the appellation's best-known vineyards, this complex, sumptuous wine has it all. Medium-bodied and forward in cherry, pomegranate, cola, bitter cocoa and spice flavors, it maintains a delicate harmony from the entry through the silky midpalate to the long, deeply satisfying finish. Drink this dry, elegant wine now–2008.",Reserve,38,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Rusack 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rusack
14.2,Red,US,"Dry, elegantly silky and bright in acidity, this single vineyard Pinot showcases the appellation's ability to ripen Pinot grapes to a hugeness that somehow stays varietally balanced. The red and black cherry, cola, rhubarb pie and pomegranate flavors are wrapped in a classic tannic-acid structure that's compellingly drinkable.",Rosella's Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2004 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Morgan
,White,France,"Gorgeous, concentrated, ripe fruit show both the quality of this wine and the extra warmth of 2005. The MD is the top cuvée from the Bourgeois vineyard. It's dense and ripe, with almost exotic fruit flavors, and finishes generous and fruity. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",Le MD de Bourgeois,24,93,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2005 Le MD de Bourgeois  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2005-le-md-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Henri Bourgeois
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dark, concentrated wine, very impressive. But with all this concentration, there is also sweet fruit, flavors of apricots that have been bottled in spirits. This is a lovely wine, with just a hint of mature, medicinal character. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",40-year old tawny,148,93,Port,,,Dow's NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Dow's
,White,US,"It's fun to compare this to the winery's Ramal Vineyard bottling. This is tighter still, a young, crisp, minerally Chard, racy and elegant in pineapple, mango and buttered toast, with the high acidity associated with this vineyard. It's a fine, complex wine now, and should hold for at least five years, possibly longer.",Ramal Vineyard Dijon Clones,34,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Ramal Vineyard Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-ramal-vineyard-dijon-clones-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Buena Vista
,Red,US,"Awesome wine, big, brooding and tannic, yet amazingly rich in fruit, this is one for the cellar. Massive blackberry, coffee and chocolate fruit flavors are well-integrated with smoky oak, and the finish is huge, long and fruity-spicy. A real beauty now, but so immature, it would be a shame not to give it four or five more years to develop additional bottle complexities.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bonaccorsi 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2003,Bonaccorsi
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Always one of the best 20-year-olds, and this is no exception. The secret is in the velvet-like smoothness, which combines with a balanced mix of fig and caramel flavors, just a touch of burnt vanilla and the sort of acidity that makes you want another glass. Delicious.",Duque de Bragança 20-year old tawny,70,94,Port,,,Ferreira NV Duque de Bragança 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-nv-duque-braganca-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ferreira
14.5,Red,US,"The fruity intensity of this young Cabernet is impressive, an explosion of cassis and cocoa flavor that dominates the palate. Beyond that is the overall balance. The tannins are sturdy, with good, clean acidity, and the finish is exceptionally long and rich. This classic mountain Napa Cabernet is tough now, and should slowly soften over the next 15 years.",Rattlesnake Hill,110,94,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Barnett 2003 Rattlesnake Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2003-rattlesnake-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Barnett
14.5,White,US,"No oak in this wine, but it's amazingly rich anyway. The wine is very dry, with Meyer lemon flavors boosted by a firm minerality and rich acidity. Absolutely defines the unoaked style of Sauvignon Blanc.",Shone Farm,27,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benziger 2004 Shone Farm Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2004-shone-farm-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Benziger
14.6,White,US,"As rich as a Chardonnay, yet with Sauvignon's distinctive savory profile, this is great wine. From low-yielding mountain vineyards, the juice was barrel fermented and aged sur lies, but no malolactic fermentation was permitted. Few Sauvignons in California achieve this level of complexity. The lush, roasted nuts, with a firm, hard minerality throughout.",L'Apres-Midi,42,94,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Peter Michael Winery 2004 L'Apres-Midi Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-michael-winery-2004-lapres-midi-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Peter Michael Winery
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a sweet but deliciously mature wine that exudes the richness of its burnt orange flavors, layers of sweet toffee, and clean, hugely rich aftertaste. A great wine. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",40-year old tawny,125,94,Port,,,Quinta do Noval NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Noval
,White,US,"From the head winemaker at Zaca Mesa, a phenomenal wine from this top vineyard. Easily one of the best California Pinot Blancs I've ever tasted. It's rich and honeyed, almost decadent in marzipan flavors, but richly dry, with a wonderful streak of acidity. Try as an alternative to a top Chard.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,18,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Trou de Bonde 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trou-bonde-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Trou de Bonde
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An old, mature wine, but one that has kept its ripeness and richness. The concentration is so intense that one glass is almost enough (except it tastes so good). There are walnuts, bitter chocolate and a delicious clean aftertaste. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",40-year old tawny,152,94,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,W. & J. Graham's
14.6,Red,US,"Last year's bottling was elegant and refined. This year, the Merlot-Cabernet Franc blend remains an extremely elegant wine, yet is even richer in chocolate-cherry flavor, drizzled with vanilla and cinnamon, and wickedly soft on the palate. Somehow, all this richness manages to stay dry.",Red Wine,200,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amuse Bouche 2003 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amuse-bouche-2003-red-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Amuse Bouche
,White,US,"What a wonderfully complex, satisfying wine. It combines the steely acidity the vineyard regularly contributes with massively ripe tropical fruit flavors to produce a real stunner. Rich in mango custard, key lime pie, pineapple sorbet, vanilla pudding and smoky oak, it has a crispness that makes the flavors sing. Best in its youth, and should hold for a good five years.",Ramal Vineyard Clone 17RY,34,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2004 Ramal Vineyard Clone 17RY Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2004-ramal-vineyard-clone-17ry-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Buena Vista
,Red,US,"What an awesomely complex, deep Pinot. It shows ripe berry fruit flavors, but what's so rewarding is the earthy, mushroomy, slightly decadent quality that grounds the wine and gives it depth and soulful interest. That's not to undermine the fabulous black and red stone fruit. Drink now through 2010.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,42,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Longoria 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Longoria
14.7,Red,US,"This A very serious Cab, huge in black currant and cocoa flavors that are generously oaked. Yet it possesses a  classic acid and tannin structure and feels ultrarefined and elegant all the way down. This 100% Cabernet really makes you take notice; a wine to linger over and consume with your very best steaks and chops.",1886 Estate,75,94,California,Napa,St. Helena,Ehlers Estate 2003 1886 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-estate-2003-1886-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ehlers Estate
,Red,US,"Starts off as a closed, tight wine, aromatically speaking, and needs plenty of decanting to breathe, but once it starts to open, there's an eruption of the most refined cassis and cedar aromas. In the mouth, this is an immense Cabernet, profoundly deep in blackberry, roasted coffee and dark chocolate flavors. It is also enormously tannic, and is effectively locked down. Nowhere near ready, although decanting will help it, but it's best to hold this magnificent wine until 2007, when it should start to open, and then for at least 10 additional years.",Volcanic Hill,175,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Diamond Creek 2002 Volcanic Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2002-volcanic-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Diamond Creek
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A superb wine, elegance and weight combined magisterially. It has all the right mature flavors, ripe fruit, intense marmalade and concentration. This is a wine with a great reputation, and the taste doesn't let that reputation down. Imported by Kobrand.",40-year old tawny,154,95,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Taylor Fladgate
14.9,Red,US,"This shows winemaker Greg LaFollette's master touch in the way he's balanced the wine and kept it harmonious. It's a huge mouthful of cherry pie and cassis flavor, with the most delicate notes of raspberries, toasted meringue and vanilla, subtlely spiced and dry. A gorgeous Pinot Noir that superbly combines power with elegance.",30th Anniversary Cuvee,45,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2004 30th Anniversary Cuvee Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2004-30th-anniversary-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,De Loach
,Red,US,"The most complete and compelling of Diamond Creek's trio of '02s, combining the opulent accessibility of Gravelly Meadow with the power and authority of Volcanic Hill. The aromas of cassis, red currants, cedar, tobacco and cigar box lead to massively packed Cabernet flavors wrapped in huge, dusty tannins. The wine is so balanced, so distinguished and complete. Decant now if you must drink it, but it should start to mellow by 2008, and then peak and hold through 2015 at least.",Red Rock Terrace,175,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Diamond Creek 2002 Red Rock Terrace Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2002-red-rock-terrace-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Diamond Creek
13.8,Red,US,"Dry, astringent and thin. Even though the alcohol is modest, it has so little in the way of fruit. All you get is prickly heat.",Reserve,24,80,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Concannon
12,Red,Spain,"Mulchy and earthy from start to finish, with distant flavors that barely register. Not overly bad but a true cipher of a wine. Imported by Kensington Distributors Inc.",Superior,9,80,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Torre Oria 2003 Superior Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-oria-2003-superior-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,2003,Torre Oria
14,Red,Spain,"Foxy, animal aromas don't distinguish it, while robust but mulchy berry and plum flavors fail to take it very far. Barely acceptable. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",,10,80,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Señorio de Aylés 2004 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-ayles-2004-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2004,Señorio de Aylés
13.5,Red,US,"They kept the alcohol moderate, but at the obvious cost of residual sugar. This overtly sweet wine tastes like the old kosher stuff I grew up with.",Barrel Reserve,11,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. George 2004 Barrel Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-george-2004-barrel-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2004,St. George
13.5,Red,Spain,"Balsamic vinegar, burnt coffee and pepper aromas create a bouquet that's more like salad dressing than fine wine. The flavors are peppery and herbal, yet the body is full and the mouthfeel not bad. A blend of four grapes, led by Garnacha and Tempranillo. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",Tinto Joven,11,80,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Señorio de Aylés 2004 Tinto Joven Red (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-ayles-2004-tinto-joven-red-carinena/,Red Blend,2004,Señorio de Aylés
12.5,White,Spain,"Mealy on the nose, with corn and pear syrup making for a less than fresh bouquet. Bland apple and orange flavors are okay but not that stimulating, while the overall take is that it tastes too much like citrus juice and not enough like balanced wine.",,20,81,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Soleira 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soleira-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Soleira
13.5,Red,Spain,"Thick on the nose, with prickly, mildly pickled aromas. Typical of Jumilla, the wine is big and candied, with soft tannins and spiky, out-of-place acidity. Finishes tart and crisp with virtually no second level to speak of. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",Viña Honda,12,81,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 2004 Viña Honda Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-silvano-garcia-2004-vina-honda-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2004,Bodegas Silvano Garcia
13,Red,France,"Roasted and pruny on the nose, followed by a flacid wine with soft tannins but little acidity. Dull, with some cocoa on the finish.",Morget,15,81,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Janny 2002 Morget  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janny-2002-morget-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2002,Janny
13.5,Red,Italy,"Rusty in color, with tree bark and mulch on the nose. As for the fruit, it has mostly left the building. Thus what remains is stewy and soft.",Bentivoglio,18,81,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Farneta 2001 Bentivoglio Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-farneta-2001-bentivoglio-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta Farneta
2500,Red,Spain,"Rusty in color, with nutty, leathery aromas that feature little to no fruit. Quite sour in the mouth, and drying on the finish. Just not that pleasant; it's definitely not what you'd expect from Merlot. Imported by North American Beverage Group.",Masia Freyes Collección Especial,30,81,Catalonia,Penedès,,Vallformosa 1999 Masia Freyes Collección Especial Merlot (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-1999-masia-freyes-colleccion-especial-merlot-penedes/,Merlot,1999,Vallformosa
14,Red,Spain,"Jumbled, jammy and disjointed, with a heavy load of extracted, overdone fruit. Deep and hard, with funky aromas and a disconcerting mouthfeel. A wine with issues. Imported by VinLozano Imports.",Reserva,20,81,Northern Spain,Toro,,Viñalcasta 2001 Reserva  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinalcasta-2001-reserva-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2001,Viñalcasta
13.5,White,Italy,"A super Tuscan that's not, dare we say, super. The nose is fine but the palate is overly acidic and heavily slanted toward tart. Has the color and nose going for it, however the palate is discordantly sharp. Not pleasant on the tongue.",Villa di Corsano,39,81,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cantina di Montalcino 2000 Villa di Corsano Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-montalcino-2000-villa-corsano-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2000,Cantina di Montalcino
12.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted and hard from the initial take, with earthy, leathery aromas that don't illicit a smile. Tart, dilute and fading, with apple and cherry skin on the palate. Quite sour and thin at this point of its evolution and surely not getting better. Imported by Kensington Distributors Inc.",Reserva,18,81,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Señorío de Sarria 1998 Reserva Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sarria-1998-reserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-navarra/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Señorío de Sarria
13.5,Red,Spain,"Violet in color, with burnt rubber, cherry and plum on the lively nose. Things go south from there, however, as the palate is too snappy and austere to support the flavors. It's 90% Carignan and much like a tart Italian Dolcetto. Imported by Hand Picked Selections.",Carinyena,11,81,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Arcs 2004 Carinyena Carignane (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arcs-2004-carinyena-carignan-carignane-terra-alta/,Carignane,2004,Arcs
11.5,White,Spain,"Mildly sulfuric, with vitamin, bitter greens and funk on the nose. Melon and banana flavors are of the soft, dilute type. Seems burnt and herbal. Not fresh enough.",Linea d'Oro Chardonnay & Xarel-Lo,10,82,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Mederaño 2004 Linea d'Oro Chardonnay & Xarel-Lo White (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mederano-2004-linea-doro-chardonnay-xarel-lo-white-catalunya/,White Blend,2004,Mederaño
12.5,Red,US,"A straightforward sipper with upfront cherry pie and cocoa flavors. Rustic and sweet, this Cab will do in a pinch.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Coastal Ridge
13.7,Red,US,"Soft and rustic; very low acidity and simple, semi-sweet cherry cough medicine flavors.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Queen of Hearts 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/queen-hearts-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Queen of Hearts
12.5,Red,France,"Reductive and faintly smelling of merde at first, this seems to lessen with aeration to reveal modest cherry fruit carried along on a rather pinched and lean palate. Dusty tannins on the finish suggest another year or two of cellaring might help, although it will never be charming.",Hautes Côtes de Beaune,29,82,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Didier Montchovet 2002 Hautes Côtes de Beaune  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/didier-montchovet-2002-hautes-cotes-beaune-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2002,Didier Montchovet
13.8,Red,Italy,"Lean and almost weedy. The ripeness is in question from the start. In the mouth, it pulses with awkward, green, plum flavors in front of a nondescript, narrow finish. Picks up some steam with time but fails to get over the hump.",Poggio al Moro,25,82,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Enrico Santini 2004 Poggio al Moro  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrico-santini-2004-poggio-al-moro-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2004,Enrico Santini
12.5,Red,Italy,Berry and bacon aromas are marred by a strong pickled overtone. The tangy palate is thin and full of ripping berry notes that are surfing on wiry acidity. Almost citrusy on the finish.,Biagio Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon,12,82,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellani 2002 Biagio Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-2002-biagio-sangiovese-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Sangiovese,2002,Castellani
13.5,Red,Spain,"A ton of bell pepper and tomato sits front and center on the nose, which almost ensures that the flavors will be herbal and leafy. They are, yet the feel in the mouth is decent and the tannin-acid balance adequate. A blend of 50% each Cabernet and Merlot.",Crianza,18,82,Catalonia,Penedès,,Conde de Olzinellas 2001 Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-olzinellas-2001-crianza-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Conde de Olzinellas
14.5,Red,US,"A bit overripe, with aromas of dill and raisins, and once in the mouth, the wine has a dried fruit, raisiny taste, although it's dry. It's also quite acidic, and that acidity feels disembodied and not natural.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Justin
12,White,Spain,"Brass colored, with aromas of apple cider and mineral. Heavy in the mouth with jumpy, tangy fruit and overt acidity. Okay if a bit mealy.",,22,82,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Mar de Viñas 2005 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-vinas-2005-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2005,Mar de Viñas
,White,US,"Dilute and thin, with only the vaguest hint of green apple for fruit flavor. There may be some attempt to add buttered popcorn-style oak flavoring, but it doesn't really add much.",Blue Moon,10,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2003 Blue Moon Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2003-blue-moon-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2003,Bridgeview
14,White,South Africa,"Usually a good wine, but this vintage, the wine seemed to lose steam quickly. Mild, sweet aromas of caramel and butter lead to more of the same in the mouth. Nicely structured, with firm acidity backing medium weight, but the flavors don't quite match up, finishing with a note of corn.",,25,83,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2002 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2002-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2002,Thelema
13.5,Red,Italy,"The super Tuscan category is infested with wines that just don't justify their price. A case in point: this vegetal, tannic red with murky fruit, coffee and heavy tannins. It's not particularly bad, just unblanced and underwhelming.",Bongoverno,38,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Farneta 2000 Bongoverno Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-farneta-2000-bongoverno-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Tenuta Farneta
14,Red,Spain,"Candied and thick right from the begininning. This is a heavy, chunky southern Spanish red comprised of 60% Monastrell and 20% each of Cabernet and Syrah. The final result is rustic, stewy and fat, with gooey chocolate and stewed plum flavors. Big and ripe but devoid of finesse.",,10,83,Levante,Jumilla,,Mad Dogs & Englishmen 2004 Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-dogs-englishmen-2004-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2004,Mad Dogs & Englishmen
12,Red,Italy,"Initial smoked meat and pickle aromas yield more of a deli sandwich nose than Tuscan wine, but with airing it settles to yield black cherry and plum. Those fruit flavors tay firm on the palate, which has a hard, tannic feel. Not that lush; more of a cheek blaster than anything.",Le Pianette,10,83,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2004 Le Pianette Sangiovese (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2004-le-pianette-sangiovese-rosso-toscana/,Sangiovese,2004,Fattoria Fibbiano
13,Red,Spain,"Dry leather, leaves, burnt spice and pepper lead it off, followed by tart flavors of plum and berry. Never seems to find a higher level of quality as it falls off on the palate, finishing with rhubarb and cranberry.",Higueruela,10,83,Central Spain,Almansa,,Bodegas Tintoralba 2003 Higueruela Red (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tintoralba-2003-higueruela-red-almansa/,Red Blend,2003,Bodegas Tintoralba
,White,US,"A little thin on the finish, but bright in perky acidity. The fruit on this dry wine veers toward Key lime, lemons and vanilla.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Mirassou
14.2,Red,South Africa,"Sweet aromas of raspberry and grape soda set the stage, while sweet plum, grape and vanilla flavors play their parts. Fairly full-bodied, but residual sweetness makes this wine eminently drinkable. Imported by Winery Exchange.",,10,83,Western Cape,,,Origin 2004 Syrah (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-western-cape/,Syrah,2004,Origin
13.5,Red,Italy,"With burnt popcorn as the lead scent and an herbal streak that can't be denied, Kendall-Jackson's attempt at Tuscan Cabernet Franc (with 18% Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiove) requires too much sacrifice. The flavors are of rhubarb and raspberry, with spice and tomato sauce along for the ride. Has size and potency, but not much charm.",Arcanum I,96,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Arceno 2002 Arcanum I Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-arceno-2002-arcanum-i-red-toscana/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Tenuta di Arceno
13,Red,Italy,"Maybe this producer of top-flight Brunello should stick to that; Angelini's value-priced blend of Merlot, Sangiovese and Canaiolo has a strong green element; taken with the tomatoey fruit it doesn't add up to much. On the edges there's adequate raspberry and cherry, but it's not enough to elevate things.",TuttoBene,11,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenimenti Angelini 2004 TuttoBene Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2004-tuttobene-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Tenimenti Angelini
15,Red,Australia,"Soft in the middle with a tangy oak shell, this Shiraz offers up plenty of cushiony plum fruit and an easy feel. But it's not a simple wine—there are enough oak shadings here to give it some complexity. Imported by The Australian Wine Connection.",,25,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Cigale 2004 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigale-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Cigale
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A full-bodied, dense and very concentrated wine that just misses being intensely rich because of a touch of burnt rubber. It is certainly powerful, and the dried prune flavors are ripe and sweet.",20-year old tawny,,88,Port,,,Quinta do Vallado NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Vallado
,Red,US,"A 100% Cabernet, dark and tightly knit with scents of roasted coffee and espresso over red berry, blueberry and black cherry fruit. Vineyard sources include Klipsun, Pepper Bridge, Seven Hills and Milbrandt, and the vines average over 25 years of age.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,L'Ecole No. 41
13,White,Australia,"A surprising sort of Sauvignon in that it doesn't start out like much, but really deserves a second (or third) look. Mineral and melon aromas and a dilute, almost heavy feel is what you get right off. After a few sips, the intensity builds up, and flavors of citrus zest, mineral and fresh herb emerge. 1,400 cases produced.",Whippet,16,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Longview 2005 Whippet Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longview-2005-whippet-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Longview
13.5,White,Australia,"Clean, correct and refreshing; this is not a big wine by any means, but, for an SB, it does have some baby fat. Almond notes in the midpalate are bolstered by a narrow band of citrus flavor. Peach and grass aromas start it all off.",III Associates Sabbatical,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,McLaren Vale Premium Wines 2005 III Associates Sabbatical Sauvignon Blanc (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mclaren-vale-premium-wines-2005-iii-associates-sabbatical-sauvignon-blanc-mclaren-vale/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,McLaren Vale Premium Wines
13,White,France,"Plump and succulent, with an appealing personality that emphasizes melon and peach flavors accented by hints of crushed stone. Not terribly complex, but a charming summer quaff. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Cuvée Balthazar,13,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2004 Cuvée Balthazar Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2004-cuvee-balthazar-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Lucien Albrecht
,White,France,"When your name is Alphonse Mellot, you have little choice but to produce Sancerre, as the family has been doing since 1618. This is his classic white (he also makes a red with the same name), soft, supple, fruity and easy to drink. It shows the ripeness of 2005, leaving the intensity to other, more complex wines. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",La Moussière,20,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Alphonse Mellot 2005 La Moussière  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alphonse-mellot-2005-moussiere-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Alphonse Mellot
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very soft style from a vineyard run by the Olazabal family. There is sweetness, allied with cocoa flavors and a touch of burnt coffee. There's a very attractive sweet black fig character to finish.",10-year old tawny,,87,Port,,,Quinta do Vallado NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vallado-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Vallado
12.5,White,Austria,"Very fresh and citrusy on the nose, followed by lime and grapefruit flavors. They're backed by a bass note of apple. Creamy-textured on the palate, ending with more citrus and a hint of spice.",Weinzierlberg,21,87,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2004 Weinzierlberg Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2004-weinzierlberg-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2004,Stadt Krems
14,White,France,"Full bodied and verging on soft, this unusual Pinot Blanc from a biodynamic producer shows only modest levels of fruit, but ample weight and texture. Hints of almonds and lacings of licorice add interest.",Bergheim,22,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2003 Bergheim Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2003-bergheim-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2003,Domaine Marcel Deiss
12.5,White,Austria,"The 2004 vintage didn't yield blockbuster Grüner Veltliners, but the lower-level wines seem particularly attractive. This offering boasts a pronounced leafiness, but also ripe, almost honeyed flavors and creamy texture. Some crisp acids on the finish give it the necessary edge to serve as an apéritif or alongside food.",Lössterrassen,10,87,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2004 Lössterrassen Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2004-lossterrassen-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Felsner
12.5,White,France,"In 2003, Schlumberger only bottled one grand cru Riesling, leaving the fruit from Saering and Kessler to help beef up this wine. It's a plump yet minerally take on Riesling, with lime, apple and melon aromas and flavors accented by a dry, minerally feel. Picks up a hint of anise on the finish.",Les Princes Abbés,20,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2003 Les Princes Abbés Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2003-les-princes-abbes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Domaines Schlumberger
,Red,US,"This is a plump, succulent Merlot that exhibits plenty of that variety's trademark dried herb shadings. Tobacco and vanilla fill out the midpalate, while the finish features dry, silky tannins.",Monterey Vine Select San Bernabe Vineyard,30,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Delicato 2001 Monterey Vine Select San Bernabe Vineyard Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2001-monterey-vine-select-san-bernabe-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2001,Delicato
14.2,Red,US,"From St. Helena. Ultrasoft and ultraripe in the modern style, a cassis and chocolate- flavored wine marked by melted tannins and a soft texture. The wine is voluptuous and very good, but would benefit from better structure.",Moose Valley Estate,100,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,D.R. Stephens 2003 Moose Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2003-moose-valley-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,D.R. Stephens
13.5,White,Australia,"Like other Philip Shaw wines, this one has an ethereal quality to it that could be understood as elegant by one person and just too delicate by another. Very light vanilla and butterscotch aromas start things off, bringing soft melon and pear on board in the mouth. Soft around the edges with fine acidity; finishes with a sour citric note. Imported by Cumulus Wines Inc.",,17,87,New South Wales,Orange,,Climbing 2005 Chardonnay (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/climbing-2005-chardonnay-orange/,Chardonnay,2005,Climbing
14.5,Red,Australia,"Blackberry, maple and smoke aromas lead to juicy blackberry and raspberry flavors on the palate. Offers up smooth tannins in a narrow pathway through the finish. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Ebenezer,35,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 2002 Ebenezer Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-2002-ebenezer-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Barossa Valley Estate
12.5,White,Australia,"Citrus, grass and hay notes on the nose are echoed in the mouth, where they show as straw and citrus pith. Linear and smooth, though falls a little flat on the palate.",Siblings,20,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2004 Siblings Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2004-siblings-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2004,Leeuwin Estate
13,White,France,"A distinctive and somewhat mature effort, with honey and nut aromas giving way to flavors that don't show much fruit yet manage to be rich—something akin to mineral or nut oil. Richly textured on the palate, the wine finishes reasonably long, despite not showing much freshness.",Vieilles Vignes,18,86,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Langlois-Chateau 2001 Vieilles Vignes  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-2001-vieilles-vignes-chenin-blanc-saumur/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Langlois-Chateau
13.5,White,Austria,"Not as successful as other recent vintages, the 2003 offers hints of honey and peaches laid over a minerally foundation, then finishes on a spicy, peppery note. From old, mixed vines that include Neuburger, Weissburgunder, Welschriesling, Grüner Veltliner, and (in smaller amounts) Sylvaner, Rotgipfler, Zierfandler, Traminer and Riesling.",Nußberg Alte Reben,25,86,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2003 Nußberg Alte Reben White (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2003-nusberg-alte-reben-white-vienna/,White Blend,2003,Wieninger
,White,France,"This classic Sancerre is a fresh, crisp, but intensely fruity wine that still tastes of young green fruits and currants. It has a fine depth of flavor, promising good development. Very crisp green apple flavors to finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Vieilles Vignes,24,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Patient Cottat 2004 Vieilles Vignes  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patient-cottat-2004-vieilles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Patient Cottat
,White,France,"A fresh, currant-  and green plum-flavored wine that is clean, full of fruit and will develop soon. This is enjoyable already and will make great drinking this summer. Imported by Eagle Eye Imports.",Le Troncsec,25,86,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Joseph Mellot 2004 Le Troncsec  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2004-le-troncsec-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Joseph Mellot
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Young and disjointed at first, the nose finally settles on almond paste and berry syrup. This is Andeluna's most pricey wine, and while it delivers deep plum and blackberry followed by a smoky coffee and chocolate-tinged finish, it's grabby and awkward. Good but not a star. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Limited Release,50,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2003 Limited Release Cabernet Franc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2003-limited-release-cabernet-franc-mendoza/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Andeluna
11.5,White,Austria,"Lean, but not lacking for intensity, with green apple and lime flavors that pick up hints of wet stones. Tart and a bit unforgiving on the finish; try with shellfish.",Loibner Federspiel,28,86,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2004 Loibner Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2004-loibner-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Emmerich Knoll
9,Dessert,US,"Nice aromas of mint and golden raisin transfer to the mouth, where tropical fruit, especially pineapple, joins the fray. Medium-bodied with good sweetness and decent acidity, and a finish that could be longer.",Late Harvest,36,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2004 Late Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2004-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2004,Heron Hill
9.5,Dessert,US,"Medium body and good acidity set the tone, while flavors of tropical fruits keep this wine grounded, even if they don't vault it to the next level. A musky nose has plenty of citrusy fruit with a hint of sawdust.",Icewine,100,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2003 Icewine Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2003-icewine-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2003,Heron Hill
,Red,US,"This and the Gnarly Head bottling exemplify the kind of wine we've come to expect from the Indelicato family. Ripe berry fruit leads the way, but picks up enough earthy complexity along the way to show real character. Shows a bit of heat on the finish, but also some welcome spice.",Old Vine,12,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clay Station 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clay-station-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-lodi-61997/,Zinfandel,2004,Clay Station
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An attractive, relatively simple wine with dense chocolate flavors and some good, concentrated fruit.",30-year old tawny,85,86,Port,,,Barros NV 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Barros
13,Red,US,"Lovely aromas of kirsch and bacon are wrapped in toasty oak, which also lends graham cracker flavors to blueberry and tobacco. Tightly structured, with firm, dry tannins and an earthy-oaky finish, this wine will be enjoyable over the next five years.",Reserve,22,87,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2002 Reserve Merlot (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2002-reserve-merlot-long-island-hamptons/,Merlot,2002,Wölffer
,White,Austria,"Lean and focused, with crisp green apple and lime notes that add hints of ripe oranges on the finish. Its fresh, zesty character would work well with a simple poisson meunière.",Riedencuvée,14,87,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2004 Riedencuvée Riesling (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2004-riedencuvee-riesling-vienna/,Riesling,2004,Wieninger
13.3,Red,Argentina,"Solid from start to finish, with bramble and spice on the nose along with ripe plum and berry compote. Easy, basic and satisfying on the palate, where full dark-fruit flavors get a boost from subtle, appropriate oak. Medium density and concentration make it a wine to drink now. Imported by Dylain Produce, LLC.",Reserve,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vieja Bodega 2003 Reserve Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieja-bodega-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2003,Vieja Bodega
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"If it wasn't for the unbalanced spirity element to this wine, it would rate higher. The concentration and the dried fruit and lemon jelly flavors are attractive. But that spirit comes through at the finish.",20-year old tawny,50,87,Port,,,Rozes NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Rozes
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A delicious, easy wine that floats by with orange marmalade and fresh acidity. Marred on the finish by some volatility.",20-year old tawny,48,87,Port,,,Royal Oporto NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oporto-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Royal Oporto
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has very nice spicy, smoky aromas and a hearty dose of red raspberry and plum flavors, and lively acidity. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,19,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,West Cape Howe
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a very easy, light and fresh style, with sweet caramel flavors balanced by sweet figs and milk chocolate. It finishes  clean, with just a touch of acidity.",10-year old tawny,30,87,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta de Ventozelo
14.5,Red,Australia,"Has chocolate fudge and barbecue aromas that go the way of black pepper and roast beef with air. Black pepper is the name of the game in the mouth, too, where dark berry fruit and eucalyptus character takes up the slack. Unique; drink over the near term. Imported by The Country Vintner.",Yakka,20,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Longview 2004 Yakka Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longview-2004-yakka-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,2004,Longview
13,Red,Australia,Get past the Sweet Tart-y aromas and you'll be knee-deep in juicy berry flavors and an ample helping of accenting toast. Pleasing and forward; meant to be drunk over the near term. Imported by Southland Wines.,,15,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Fishbone 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fishbone-2003-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2003,Fishbone
,Red,France,"This is big in all senses. It has dense, very rich, very powerful fruit and as a consequence of that, it has 14.5% alcohol. It's finely perfumed, with black and violet flavors and aromas, and some good, spicy flavors.",,23,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Hecht & Bannier 2003 Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2003-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Hecht & Bannier
14,Red,Australia,"Here's a variety you never see, let alone from Australia. The nose offers notes of bread, cracker and forward berry. Ripe blackberry flavors are dusty and sandy around the edges, and close with soft tannins. Not a huge, overstuffed wine; fine for the dinner table. 1,000 cases imported. Imported by Windshaker Ridge Imports.",,14,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Windshaker Ridge 2004 Carnelian (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windshaker-ridge-2004-other-red-carnelian-western/,Carnelian,2004,Windshaker Ridge
12,White,France,"Minerally on the nose, but backed by ample fruit in the form of pineapple, apple and lime scents. Manages to be plump in the mouth, yet tart and citrusy at the same time, finishing long and dry.",,12,87,Alsace,Alsace,,W. Gisselbrecht 2004 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-gisselbrecht-2004-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,W. Gisselbrecht
14.5,White,US,"This is a very nice, stylish Chardonnay that's good in varietal character, yet balanced and elegant enough not to blow away any food it accompanies. Dry and crisp in acids, it shows citrus, peach and apple flavors that finish clean and zesty.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,29,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Barnett 2004 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2004-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Barnett
14.1,Red,US,"Polished and ripe, this wine has a gentle, soft mouthfeel that sports red and black cherry, mocha and blackberry flavors. Despite the gentleness, there are firm tannins that cry out for a broiled steak. Best now through 2007.",,45,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Barnett 2003 Merlot (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2003-merlot-napa-spring-mountain/,Merlot,2003,Barnett
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A generally balanced sweet wine, with layers of candied fruits, and sweet marmalade flavors. The ripeness and the sweetness are spoiled by the volatility that shows in the finishing acidity.",20-year old tawny,50,87,Port,,,Poças NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-58311/,Port,,Poças
13.5,White,Australia,"Two-thirds Chardonnay with Verdelho making up the balance, this is a pretty unique white. Has grassy notes on the nose, which join with pretty pungent notes of tangerine and peach on the palate. Soft and round in the mouth, it finishes with an orange-y note. Imported by Canandaigua Wine Co.",,15,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Houghton 2005 White (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houghton-2005-white-western/,White Blend,2005,Houghton
,Red,France,"This is big and burly, but it's not overweight, and there is some surprising finesse to the wine. A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Cinsault and Mourvèdre, it has every flavor of the south, but manages to hang together very well.",,30,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Hecht & Bannier 2003 Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2003-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Hecht & Bannier
12,White,Austria,"Smells intriguing, with minerally, corn-oil scents dominating, but graced by hints of honeyed orange sections. In the mouth, it's firmly built without being hard—like a sharp-edged table that's been padded at the corners. Picks up a leafy note on the finish, but it's mostly minerally.",Höhlgraben,22,87,Kremstal,,,Malat 2004 Höhlgraben Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malat-2004-hohlgraben-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Malat
13,White,Australia,"This is a Riesling for every day, not too intense or acidic to drive away those new to the variety. Lemon drop and fresh herb notes on the nose are echoed on the palate. Ends with a hearty squeeze of lime, lime, lime. Imported by The Country Vintner.",Iron Knob,16,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Longview 2005 Iron Knob Riesling (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longview-2005-iron-knob-riesling-adelaide-hills/,Riesling,2005,Longview
,Red,US,"This Redblend of 61% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Cab Franc is always a fine value. This year's version is noticeably softer and more textured, sleek and well-made with highlights of light spice and herb. Through a smooth and lingering finish it adds notes of anise, graphite and slate.",Rock Island,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2003 Rock Island Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2003-rock-island-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Ryan Patrick
14,Red,US,"This inaugural vintage from an ambitious winery is ripe and powerful and oaky, as expensive Cabs tend to be. On the deficit side is overripe fruit, with a raisiny finish and a heavy texture, but the wine is fully dry and does possess some elegance. Drink over the next five years.",Sonoma County Mountains,60,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Roy J. Maier 2003 Sonoma County Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roy-j-maier-2003-sonoma-county-mountains-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Roy J. Maier
13.5,White,Australia,"Not impressive out of the gate—a pithy, stalky note dominates the palate. But after a few sips, these qualities subside and this very dry wine's gravelly, texture starts to grow on you, its mouthwatering finish tempting you to another sip. Pear and melon notes on the nose start it all off. Imported by Cumulus Wines Inc.",,13,87,Australia Other,Central Ranges,,Rolling 2005 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Central Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rolling-2005-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-central-ranges/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2005,Rolling
,Red,US,"Lightly herbal, tight and dry, this is pure Cabernet from a warm year. Nonetheless it is austere almost to the point of metallic, and the fruit carries a lot of herbal notes, with a hint of green bean.",Reserve,23,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Snoqualmie
13,White,Australia,"This Adelaide Hills Riesling has lively acidity and pretty talc-dust aromas. Its mineral and pannacotta flavors are delicate, and would ideally be a little more concentrated. Could be a factor of the '04 vintage, in which I've found flavor concentration to be an issue. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,13,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Silverwing 2004 Riesling (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverwing-2004-riesling-adelaide-hills/,Riesling,2004,Silverwing
14,Red,Australia,"This medium-sized, food-friendly Cab isn't fancy, but it has a nice rustic, earthy quality to its red berry fruit. Claylike smoothness on the palate ends with some light tea tannins. Imported by Bluewater Wine Co.",The Benefit,15,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Tim Adams 2003 The Benefit Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tim-adams-2003-benefit-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tim Adams
,White,France,"Creamy aromas and layers of almonds, toast and spice make this a fascinating wine that continues to reveal new characters. This is the main white from Vacheron, and the intensity of its fruit comes from the almost biodynamic way in which the family's 98-acre vineyard is cultivated. Imported by North Berkeley Imports.",,27,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vacheron 2004  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vacheron-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Vacheron
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Round, ripe and showing no cracks, although there is a touch of dill weed on the nose that's not altogether unwelcome. The palate is forward and standard, with ripe plum and berry flavors. Fairly squat and tannic on the finish, with a full mouthfeel. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",Altosur,18,87,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2005 Altosur Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2005-altosur-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2005,Finca Sophenia
13,White,Austria,"Distinctive stuff, featuring scents of sweet corn and passion fruit accented by hints of resin and mint, then more standard melon and passion fruit flavors on the palate. Medium-bodied, but this wine seems to grow in intensity and pungency on the finish.",Poharnig,30,87,Südsteiermark,,,Erwin Sabathi 2004 Poharnig Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erwin-sabathi-2004-poharnig-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Erwin Sabathi
11.5,Dessert,France,"Plump and sweet, with plenty of honey aromas and flavors but not much spice, this SGN features hints of Earl Grey tea and low acidity, which shortens the finish.",Selection des Grains Nobles Doux,50,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2002 Selection des Grains Nobles Doux Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2002-selection-grains-nobles-doux-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2002,Cave de Ribeauvillé
13,White,France,"After a somewhat understated bouquet that only hints at lychee and floral notes, this wine grows more assertive on the palate, broadening out and adding ripe pear flavors. Finishes a bit soft, with more lychee flavors.",Franstein Grand Cru,25,87,Alsace,Alsace,,W. Gisselbrecht 2002 Franstein Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-gisselbrecht-2002-franstein-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2002,W. Gisselbrecht
13,Red,US,"Vintage can make all the difference in a wine, as evidenced in this Merlot-dominant Bordeaux blend. Where the 2000 vintage of this wine was tomatoey, this wine has plenty of purple fruit. Grapy plum aromas mix with spice while flavors of blueberry, pencil shavings and dark spice coat the mouth. Nicely balanced tannins and a spicy, fruity finish round this wine out.",Flight,35,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2002 Flight Meritage (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2002-flight-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-long-island-north-fork/,Meritage,2002,Osprey's Dominion
13,Red,US,"Kudos to winemaker Adam Suprenant, a New York native, who has done a lot with reds here, even the difficult Cabernet Franc. This version has developed aromas of mushroom, balsam, and chocolate shading plenty of dark berry. Cherry-berry flavors are edged with mushroom, while the smooth tannins meld nicely with moderate acidity. This wine should be enjoyed now and over the next two years.",,18,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2001 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2001-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2001,Osprey's Dominion
13.5,White,Argentina,"Fresh, tropical, and welcoming. Sweet and lush in the mouth with a full blast of mango and melon flavors. Medium-bodied with good acidity. Finishes correct and everything seems to be united and put together. Above-average value Chardonnay from Argentina.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Portillo 2005 Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2005-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Finca El Portillo
13.5,White,Australia,"Though there are moderate doses of toast and nut adding interest to yellow peach and pineapple flavors, the wood manifests itself differently on the nose and the finish. Smells like pine, dried spice and burned popcorn, with bacon, hickory and some lactic notes coming through on the finish. Goes down easily, but could have fared even better. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,27,87,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Picardy 2004 Chardonnay (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picardy-2004-chardonnay-pemberton/,Chardonnay,2004,Picardy
,Red,US,"The reserve comes from many of the same vineyard sources as the budget Rock Island Red, and quite honestly, doesn't taste all that different. It got a bit more barrel time in a bit more new oak, but from a fruit standpoint it's not any bigger or more interesting. Elegant and pleasant, it's well made but not really up to its reserve moniker.",Reserve,42,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2003 Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2003-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Ryan Patrick
,White,France,"A fresh, minerally wine, with crisp lemon flavors that are intense, but also offer relatively early drinking. There is soft, round fruit that gives weight, but this is a generally easy wine. Imported by Serge Dore Selections.",Les Logères,,87,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Guy Saget 2005 Les Logères  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2005-logeres-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Guy Saget
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of intense, ripe blackberry fruit heavily dosed with vanilla. The palate deals much of the same, but dialed down a notch in intensity. Feel is smooth; 10,000 cases produced. Imported by De Bortoli Wines USA Inc.",dB Selection,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2005 dB Selection Petite Sirah (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-db-selection-petite-sirah-south-eastern/,Petite Sirah,2005,De Bortoli
,White,France,"From mainly chalky soil, this wine, made from 15-year-old vines, has an immediately attractive mineral character. There are notes of pear skin and green apples, and a pure, fresh, crisp streak. The fruit shows a great clean, fresh aftertaste. Imported by Bayfield Importing Ltd.",Les Grands Champs,,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Fouassier 2004 Les Grands Champs  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fouassier-2004-grands-champs-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Fouassier
12.5,White,France,"Fat almost to the point of being flabby, this is an intensely aromatic Gewürztraminer loaded with slightly chemical, peppery scents and overtones of honey. Melon fruit gives the roundness on the palate, then finishes soft and easy.",Grand Cru Kitterlé,54,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2002 Grand Cru Kitterlé Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2002-grand-cru-kitterle-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2002,Domaines Schlumberger
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dense, firm style of wine from this small Dutch-owned Port house. Offers good acidity, old wood and very bitter chocolate flavors. The aftertaste, by contrast, is sweet.",Presidential 30-year old tawny,80,87,Port,,,C. da Silva NV Presidential 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-silva-nv-presidential-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,C. da Silva
11.5,White,Australia,"Very dry, as Clare Rieslings should be, this is an ideal pre-dinner sip. Its flavors are palate cleansing and subtle—think citrus peel and mineral/stone, and its acidity is just tangy enough. Olive oil, cracker and citrus aromas start it all off. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,14,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Annie's Lane 2004 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annies-lane-2004-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2004,Annie's Lane
12.5,Red,US,"An aromatic wine with dark berry, cherry, mushroom and grass aromas that lead to more of the same in the mouth with a smooth feel. An earthy character develops, meshing well with moderate tannins and a hint of acidity.",,28,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Vineyard 48 2004 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-48-2004-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Vineyard 48
14.5,Red,Australia,"Red fruit aromas have a roasted edge, oddly balanced out by cooler eucalyptus notes. The palate bursts with berries, smoothed out by peppery, minerally nuances. A very good wine, but one that feels more like a solid Côtes-du-Rhone than a candidate for the cellar.",The Holy Trinity,34,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2002 The Holy Trinity Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2002-the-holy-trinity-red-barossa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Grant Burge
13.8,Red,US,"Very dry and full-bodied, with gritty tannins that cry out for grilled meats, cheeses and olive oil. It's rustic, but refined rustic, and a great value.",Red,14,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hey Mambo 2004 Red Malbec (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hey-mambo-2004-red-malbec-napa-valley/,Malbec,2004,Hey Mambo
13,Red,US,"More oak is evident in this wine than Osprey Dominion's Reserve, the vanilla shading bright cherry fruit aromas and giving a pie-crust element to the red-berry flavors. Soft and creamy, with tobacco notes that carry through the finish.",,18,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2002 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2002-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Osprey's Dominion
12,White,Austria,"Seems a bit on the simple side, but still manages to pack in bright lime flavors and a steely, minerally intensity that lingers on the finish. Crisp and clean on the finish, ending with lemon-lime notes.",Steinriegl Federspiel,28,87,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Steinriegl Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-steinriegl-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Prager
,White,US,"Very soft and buttery, made in a style sure to reach out to a broad base of consumers looking for accessible flavors with lots of oak and tropical fruit. The style feels more Australian than Washington, but it fits in nicely with the winery's expanding lineup of single-vineyard and reserve Chardonnays.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Ripe and fresh. There are touches of bitter oranges, lemon peel and ginger. The aftertaste is soft and sweet.",10-year old tawny,30,87,Port,,,Churchill's NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Churchill's
13.5,Red,Austria,"Filled with blackberries and pepper on the nose, this is a bit Syrah-like in aromatic profile. Medium-bodied, it carries the flavors well, ending with tart berries and more pepper. Could stand more length and concentration, but this is tasty nonetheless.",Fasangarten Classic,17,87,Thermenregion,,,Christian Fischer 2004 Fasangarten Classic Zweigelt (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christian-fischer-2004-fasangarten-classic-other-red-zweigelt-thermenregion/,Zweigelt,2004,Christian Fischer
,Red,US,"A step outside the company's comfort zone, and it shows. While this is better than much of what Delicato sells, it's not that much better to warrant the extra price. A hint of shoe polish mars the cassis-scented nose, while the palate delivers standard chocolate and black currant flavors and a lean, sculpted mouthfeel. This limited-production bottling is available only at the tasting room.",Vine Select Monte Rosso Vineyard,70,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Delicato 2001 Vine Select Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2001-vine-select-monte-rosso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Delicato
16.6,Dessert,US,"Tastes beautifully rich in orange and vanilla flavors, with notes of apricot liqueur and a spicy dusting of white pepper. The heat may be from the 16% alcohol. This is an elegant way to end a meal.",ReZerve,15,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2004 ReZerve Orange Muscat (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2004-rezerve-muscat-orange-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Orange Muscat,2004,Sobon Estate
,Red,US,"Klipsun, Ciel and Red Mountain vineyard grapes comprise this wine, which displays the tannic toughness of the appellation. The barrel flavors, particularly chocolate and coconut, are evident, but the fruit is hard and tight, a bit overwhelmed by the tannins. Just 90 cases produced.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,JM Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,JM Cellars
14.5,White,Australia,"The Prelude Vineyards Chard typically seems a soft-edged, full wine to me—this year it's even more so. Floral and pear aromas lead to more tropical, toasty flavors of nut and plantain. Acid hounds will want more zing, but this will satisfy most everyone else. Imported by Old Bridge Cellars.",Prelude Vineyards,29,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2004 Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2004-prelude-vineyards-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2004,Leeuwin Estate
12.5,White,France,"Lacks the breadth and expansiveness on the palate of Josmeyer's Le Dragon bottling, but features crisp lime and green apple flavors wrapped in a shroud of wet-stone minerality. Picks up a faint anise note on the finish.",Le Kottabe,27,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2004 Le Kottabe Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2004-le-kottabe-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Josmeyer
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fine, sweet, fresh wine, which tastes younger than 30 years. The flavors are ripe, layering milk chocolate with acidity in good balance.",30-year old tawny,122,87,Port,,,Kopke NV 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Kopke
9,Dessert,Australia,"Orange-gold in color, this is a very good sweet wine but doesn't have quite the sophistication that Australia's top stickies do. This one is linear in the mouth at first, finally fleshing out with peach syup and mango toward the back palate. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",Botrytis,25,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2004 Botrytis Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2004-botrytis-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2004,Margan
,White,France,"A traditional Riesling in the dry style, this wine is crisp and clean to the point of austerity, with the main components reduced to green apple, lime and chalky minerality. Long and tart on the finish. Drink now for its briskness, or try extended aging to see if honeyed complexity emerges in a decade or more.",Grand Cru Pfingstberg,33,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2002 Grand Cru Pfingstberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2002-grand-cru-pfingstberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Lucien Albrecht
,Red,US,"Strong new barrel flavors, surprising in a wine at this price, send up a lot of butterscotch and caramel over light cherry and plum flavors. There's chocolate in here also, making it a tongue-pleasing budget bottle with more polish than you would expect.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),San Juan Vineyards 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,San Juan Vineyards
14.5,White,US,"From the Pisoni family, a crisp, fruity Chard that's long and deep in jammy apricot, lemon drop and guava flavors that are set off by high acids. This is a big, in-your-face wine, but it has some fine complexities.",,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucia 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucia-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Lucia
11.7,White,US,"Sprightly in the mouth, this wine has lemon verbena and citrus pith aromas that lead to orange and tropical fruits in the mouth, picking up spice on the finish. The evident sweetness will pair well with Asian foods.",,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2005 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2005-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2005,Sheldrake Point
12.1,White,France,"Starts off slightly nutty, but also boasts pear and honeysuckle scents. It's smooth and easy to drink, with dried spices accenting ripe pears alongside a hint of cashew. Clean, elegant and citrusy on the finish, even if not overly concentrated. Imported by Teton Selections.",,11,87,Alsace,Alsace,,W. Gisselbrecht 2004 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-gisselbrecht-2004-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2004,W. Gisselbrecht
12,White,Australia,"This Chard has good intensity and length for a wine of its price. It starts off with fresh cream, nut and white peach aromas, followed by focused peach, pear and chalk flavors. Not a heavyweight at all, but even and constant. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Moore's Creek,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tyrrell's 2005 Moore's Creek Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2005-moores-creek-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Tyrrell's
15.5,Red,US,"The mouthfeel is fat, fleshy and opulent in malted cherry, raspberry and chocolate flavors. Although the wine is probably technically dry, it's one of those Cabs that has a sweet finish, rich in fruity essence. It's also quite high in alcohol.",Page Nord Vineyard,42,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nord Estate 2003 Page Nord Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2003-page-nord-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-56038/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Nord Estate
,White,US,"Very fresh and crisp, with mixed flavors of melon, grapefruit, pineapple and a glimmer of celery. It finished with a suggestion of sweetness—residual sugar or just very ripe Red Mountain fruit? Either way, it's a well-crafted, tasty effort.",Artz Vineyard,17,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Woodinville Wine Cellars 2005 Artz Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2005-artz-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Woodinville Wine Cellars
12.8,White,US,"A hint of petrol on the nose designates this as a serious Riesling, while white fruit flavors and spice flavors dance along the medium-bodied palate. A touch of sweetness is balanced with citrusy acids, which will leave your mouth craving more.",,13,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2004 Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2004-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2004,Peconic Bay Winery
,White,France,"Now owned by Guy Saget of Pouilly-sur-Loire, Balland-Chapuis is an historic name in Sancerre. This is typical of their classic production, fresh, straightforward, with fine, fresh citrus and gooseberry fruits and a fine, ripe structure. Imported by Serge Dore Selections.",Le Chatillet,15,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Joseph Balland-Chapuis 2005 Le Chatillet  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-balland-chapuis-2005-le-chatillet-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Joseph Balland-Chapuis
,Red,US,"From a tiny vineyard in St. Helena, a soft, superripe, extracted Cab whose currant and cherry flavors are so fruity, they veer into chocolate fudge. The wine is dry, with supportive tannins.",Bisou,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,James Johnson 2002 Bisou Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-johnson-2002-bisou-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,James Johnson
,White,France,"Immediately attractive currant and gooseberry flavors dominate this easy, very fruity wine. A citrus and green grass layer goes through the wine, leaving freshness, cleanness and wonderful acidity. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",Les Baronnes,20,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2005 Les Baronnes  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2005-baronnes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Henri Bourgeois
13.7,White,US,"This dry white enters the mouth on the grassy, feline side, then finishes rich in figs and pineapples. It has excellent acidity that leaves the palate feeling clean and refreshed. Will be versatile with a wide range of fare.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Everett Ridge 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/everett-ridge-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Everett Ridge
,White,France,"Château de Nozet is an amazing fairy-tale castle, the home of the de Ladoucette family. The reputation of its top wine, Baron de L, has been languishing for some time, and this 2003, with its flint and mineral flavors and a touch of spice, is a fine wine but has been outpaced in the Pouilly stakes. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Château de Nozet Baron de L,39,87,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,De Ladoucette 2003 Château de Nozet Baron de L  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-ladoucette-2003-chateau-nozet-baron-l-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,De Ladoucette
15.5,White,US,"The alcohol is high,  yet it doesn't feel hot in the mouth. Dry, crisp and elegant, the wine has citrus flavors with subtle hints of peaches and honey.",,25,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,York Mountain Winery 2004 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2004-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2004,York Mountain Winery
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A clean, very poised style, with attractive acidity and good balance. It's just as deliciously fresh as a 10-Year Oldshould be.",10-year old tawny,25,88,Port,,,Wiese & Krohn NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wiese-krohn-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Wiese & Krohn
12.5,White,Austria,"Hard to mistake this for any other grape variety, given its prominently white-pepper and celery-leaf aromas. A bit austere on the palate, with chalky-mineral notes and leafy flavors. A notch below the excellent 2003, which showed more stone-fruit character, but still very good—and very fairly priced.",Herrenholz,15,88,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2004 Herrenholz Grüner Veltliner (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2004-herrenholz-gruner-veltliner-vienna/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Wieninger
,Red,US,"Just a hint of horsey leather over dense, cherry liqueur flavors. The wine is earthy but carries it well, and the super-saturated fruit offers substantial flavors that carry the authority and taste of old vines.",Blue Franc,12,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Shooting Star 2004 Blue Franc Lemberger (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2004-blue-franc-other-red-lemberger-other/,Lemberger,2004,Shooting Star
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An intensely sweet wine, with mature fruit that shows some richness and orange marmalade flavors. It is spoiled by a hint of volatility, which leaves a sharp aftertaste. Imported by Admiral Imports.",40-year old tawny,128,88,Port,,,Royal Oporto NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oporto-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Royal Oporto
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Layers of dried fruits and prunes give a fruity character to this gently sweet wine. It's very elegant and delicate, but certainly very drinkable.",20-year old tawny,40,88,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta de Ventozelo
14,Red,Australia,"A blend of 63% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Petit Verdot, the wine is medium-full in the mouth, with a feel that's juicy and soft for the most part—there are some wooly, woody tannins here, too. Its has a plum and red cherry core, with a slight sour bite at the finish. Enjoyable; drink over the next three years. Imported by Aussie Imports.",III Associates Renaissance,20,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,McLaren Vale Premium Wines 2004 III Associates Renaissance Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mclaren-vale-premium-wines-2004-iii-associates-renaissance-red-mclaren-vale/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,McLaren Vale Premium Wines
,Red,US,"Citrus and coffee streaks run through the stiff, herbal fruit. It's not quite all the way ripe; there are notes of dill and pickle barrel, also an unusual cola/root beer flavor usually found in Pinot Noir. Not particularly varietal, but still an interesting wine.",Rosa Mystica,36,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Owen Roe 2004 Rosa Mystica Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2004-rosa-mystica-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Owen Roe
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Here's a good but rugged blend of Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet that starts out with smoked meat, rubber and pure red-fruit aromas. The feel may seem a touch hard if sipped alone, but with food it will sing a pretty tune. On the finish it's burly and tannic, but it's healthy as can be and should age nicely for several years. Imported by William Harrison Imports.",Cuvee Celebration Reserve,24,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Antis 2003 Cuvee Celebration Reserve Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antis-2003-cuvee-celebration-reserve-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2003,Antis
14,White,Austria,"Full-bodied, warm and round in the mouth, this honeyed Grüner Veltliner shows nary a hard edge, marrying melon and pear flavors in a soft, easy-drinking wine that's simply delicious. Drink now.",Berglage Loiben Smaragd,27,88,Wachau,,,Johann Donabaum 2003 Berglage Loiben Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-donabaum-2003-berglage-loiben-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Johann Donabaum
14.5,White,Australia,"Sunny, summery, pretty: While this wine is almost always a good value, it's particularly good this vintage. Honeysuckle, melon, pear and other stone fruit flavors are delivered in a medium-sized package; the wine is pretty complex, too, especially considering its price point. A house pour for summer if ever there was one.",Y Series,11,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2005 Y Series Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2005-series-viognier-south/,Viognier,2005,Yalumba
14.5,Red,Australia,"The nose shows creamy vanilla aromas, plus some earthy, stemmy ones. Lifted berry fruit flavors are countered by smooth tannins on the palate. Has fine treble, but is missing bass notes that would give it more depth. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Grey Label,32,88,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Wolf Blass 2003 Grey Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2003-grey-label-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Wolf Blass
13.1,Dessert,France,"The color of polished brass, this mature late-harvest Gewürz features a floral, perfumed bouquet that hints at spice, pine resin and citrus, as well as the more typical rose petals and lychees. An attractive oiliness gives it a mouthcoating feel, countered by a slightly bitter note on the finish. Drink now.",Vendanges Tardives,45,88,Alsace,Alsace,,W. Gisselbrecht 2000 Vendanges Tardives Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-gisselbrecht-2000-vendanges-tardives-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,W. Gisselbrecht
12,White,France,"A bit richer than expected, with a slightly oily mouthfeel and mineral and honey aromas. Flavors favor superripe pears, accented by subtle notes of pepper and clove, but finishing clean. Imported by Hand Picked Selections.",,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Bruno Hunold 2004 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-hunold-2004-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Bruno Hunold
14.5,Red,Australia,"Smells like whole wheat bread, bordering on dense fruitcake aromas. Plum and berry-basket flavors take over on the finish, edged with briar and mineral qualities. Texture is nice; built to drink over the near term. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Bin 138 Old Vine,22,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Penfolds 2004 Bin 138 Old Vine G-S-M (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2004-bin-138-old-vine-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa-valley/,G-S-M,2004,Penfolds
,White,US,"This blend of 72% Rousanne, 16% Viognier and 12% Marsanne is creamy and lush, powered with flavors of pears and pineapple, light spice, light floral and citrus. A creamy, vanilla bean character is emerging as the wine gets some extra bottle time, and there is just the right touch of citrus rind on the finish.",Destiny Ridge Vineyard Shepard's Mark,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alexandria Nicole 2005 Destiny Ridge Vineyard Shepard's Mark White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2005-destiny-ridge-vineyard-shepards-mark-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2005,Alexandria Nicole
,Red,US,"This wine begins with lively, juicy, spicy blackberry and raspberry fruits, then adds pepper and vanilla to the mix. The tannins are soft and approachable.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,JM Cellars
,Red,US,"100% Merlot from Klipsun and Ciel. Opens tart and hard, than strolls into somewhat grassy, slightly herbaceous territory. Tart acids and green tea tannins keep your lips at attention; it shows good concentration and will taste best with rich foods.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,JM Cellars 2003 Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2003,JM Cellars
12,White,US,"A medium-full wine with an oily roundness broken by spice and citrusy acids. Flavors of lemon and citrus pith are tart and dry, but lychee, mineral and petrol round them out, matching the nose. Finishes with a tart orange aftertaste.",Ingle Vineyard,25,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2003 Ingle Vineyard Johannisberg Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2003-ingle-vineyard-riesling-johannisberg-finger-lakes/,Johannisberg Riesling,2003,Heron Hill
,Red,France,"Packed with bramble, black plums, and  leathery, dense tannins, this is strong stuff. Bitter cocoa flavors and pepper show the ripeness and firmness of the wine, which, at 14.5% alcohol, is no lightweight.",,20,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Hecht & Bannier 2003 Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2003-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Hecht & Bannier
,White,US,"This junior version of Rusack's reserve is ripe in tropical fruit flavors and well-oaked, and the acids are bright and clean. Shows lots of sophisticated cool-climate Santa Barbara character at a fair price.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Rusack
12,White,Austria,"This wine packs plenty of varietal character into an elegant, lighter-bodied format. Leafy notes and white pepper aromas grace the nose, while the flavors add a slight foundation of melon and mineral. Drink now.",Federspiel,25,88,Wachau,,,Rudi Pichler 2004 Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-pichler-2004-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Rudi Pichler
,White,US,"Sassy and stylish white wine from Burgundy's most obscure white grape. Well-ripened flavors of apple and pear, sliding gracefully toward the peach end of the spectrum, create a full, fleshy wine that retains its crisp definition around the edges. No oak here, none needed; just good, ripe fruit.",,12,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Shooting Star 2005 Aligoté (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2005-other-white-aligote-other/,Aligoté,2005,Shooting Star
,White,France,"Produced by Domaine Laporte (itself owned by Henri Bourgeois), this wine is firmly in the modernist camp of Sancerre. But I also has some complexity, with light, poised flavors of currants and crisp acidity. This is more of a food wine than an apéritif, and would also work well with Asian dishes. Imported by Martine's Wines.",,25,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine du Rochoy 2004  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rochoy-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine du Rochoy
14.5,White,US,"Even at three-plus years, this Chard still tastes young and tight. It's perfectly dry, with high acidity and an earthiness that covers citrus and peach flavors. It will never be a big, over-the-top wine, but it's a fine one that should develop additional complexities over the next five years.",Silhouette,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2002 Silhouette Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2002-silhouette-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Merryvale
,White,France,"The chalky soil of Maimbray gives this wine its distinct mineral character. Along with aromas of white flowers are flavors of gooseberries, crisp green plums and a fresh, light structure. Fresh and delicate, this is a great apéritif style of Sancerre. Imported by Weygandt-Metzler.",Terre de Maimbray,20,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy 2004 Terre de Maimbray  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-nicolas-reverdy-2004-terre-maimbray-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy
13,White,Austria,"Shows some exotic tropical nuances to its aromas and flavors, with hints of tangerine and other mixed citrus delivered via a plump, succulent mouthfeel. Long and crisply focused on the finish.",Pfaffenberg,33,88,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2004 Pfaffenberg Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2004-pfaffenberg-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Rainer Wess
,White,US,"Bright entry leads to a softer midpalate. A change in style from previous years, more approachable, less acidic, with more obvious flavors of buttered nuts and popcorn. The smooth, soft, slightly soapy style may be a welcome change for some palates, but I miss the old snap and sizzle.",Estate,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2004 Estate Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2004-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Ryan Patrick
12,White,France,"With its bold aromas of spiced pear and crushed stones, this is no wimpy Pinot Blanc. It's round in the mouth, an elegant mélange of stones and stone fruits, alongside pear and melon flavors that finish with mouthwatering length. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Mise du Printemps,21,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2004 Mise du Printemps Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2004-mise-printemps-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Josmeyer
12.5,White,France,"Starts off stony and minerally on the nose, but offers more fruit on the palate, where its tart apple and citrus flavors come to the fore. On the full-bodied side for Riesling, with a slight creaminess to the mouthfeel and plush apple and citrus notes on the finish.",Le Dragon,38,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2004 Le Dragon Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2004-le-dragon-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Josmeyer
12,White,Austria,"Could 2005 signal a new level of quality for Ehmoser? This entry-level Grüner augurs well, combining fresh citrus and tomato leaf with ripe stone fruits. Slightly creamy notes add textural interest, while the finish is crisp and clean. Good value.",Von Den Terrassen,15,88,Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2005 Von Den Terrassen Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2005-von-den-terrassen-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2005,Josef Ehmoser
,Red,Australia,"Blackberry and eucalyptus aromas with a coffeelike accent set the stage for a full, smooth wine. Vanilla bolsters bright blackberry flavors on the palate, and fades into a substantial finish. Very impressive for an under-$20 Shiraz. Imported by Negociants USA. Inc.",The Lodge Hill,17,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2004 The Lodge Hill Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2004-the-lodge-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Jim Barry
,White,France,"From slopes in Chavignol and Sury-en-Vaux, this delicious wine has soft, ripe fruit, given a lift with gooseberry and green herb flavors. Crisp and light, it has complex acidity, a touch of green pea and a fine, fresh aftertaste. Imported by Henry Wine Group.",La Merisière,,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Jean Pabiot et Fils 2004 La Merisière  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-pabiot-fils-2004-merisiere-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Jean Pabiot et Fils
14.5,Red,Australia,"Drinkable and enjoyable, and a varietal wine that you just don't run across often. Aromas are of dried plums and dates, with peanut and eucalyptus. Juicy on palate entry, its  plum fruit round and pretty on the palate. Dry on the finish.",Old Garden,36,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Hewitson 2004 Old Garden Mourvèdre (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hewitson-2004-old-garden-mourvedre-barossa-valley/,Mourvèdre,2004,Hewitson
11.5,White,France,"Deiss's top wines are blends of different grape varieties that he feel best express their individual terroirs and vintages. The 2002 Schoenenbourg is intensely mineral and citrusy on the nose, verging on quince-like, but turns out to be rather sweet and a bit soft on the palate, where ripe apple and pear flavors are balanced by dry-mineral notes. A slightly bitter edge creeps in on the finish, which dampened my enthusiasm somewhat for this wine.",Schoenenbourg Grand Cru,95,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2002 Schoenenbourg Grand Cru White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2002-schoenenbourg-grand-cru-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2002,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,White,France,"From a 5-acre parcel, this is a wine that attacks with freshness, and then becomes warm and friendly, showing flavors of almonds, of soft green fruits and a sense of maturity that comes from the hot 2003 vintage and two years' bottle age. Imported by North Berkeley Imports.",Les Romains,52,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Vacheron 2003 Les Romains  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vacheron-2003-romains-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Domaine Vacheron
13,White,France,"Unusually rich for a Pinot Blanc, with scents of honey, dried apricots, peaches and dried spices giving an impression of sweetness that's balanced on the palate by bright acidity that imparts a pineapple flavor. Finishes dry, fresh and minerally. Imported by Atlanta Improvement Co.",Vignoble de Bennwihr,13,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Barth René 2002 Vignoble de Bennwihr Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barth-rene-2002-vignoble-bennwihr-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2002,Barth René
14,Red,Argentina,"Full, dense and powerful is this blend of Malbec and Cabernet, but it's also ultraripe and loaded with new oak. Earth, cola and blackberry are all attractive aromas, while the berry fruit is commendable. Where this wine slumps, if you can say that, is in the complexity department; it seems almost too simple and easy. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Alto,60,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2003 Alto Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2003-alto-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Alta Vista
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Santa Eufemia is a new name on the U.S. market, from a vineyard in the Baixo Corgo, the western end of the Port vineyards. This is a mature 10-year-old, light in color and dry, with coffee and cocoa flavors. There is a delicious, lightly acidic, long-lasting aftertaste.",10-year old tawny,39,88,Port,,,Casa Santa Eufemia NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-eufemia-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Casa Santa Eufemia
13,White,Australia,"If this isn't the thing to drink on the deck as the sun goes down, I don't know what is. Offers delicate mineral and nut aromas on the nose, and citrus, pear and white peach flavors on the palate. It's all drawn in a delicate, feminine hand. 3,000 cases produced. Imported by Epic Wines.",,18,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2004 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2004-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Yering Station
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Probably this winery's best current release; the nose is forward, spicy, fruity and convincing. Follow that with bright cherry and berry flavors along with a finish that's got medium tannins in support of spice and coffee, and you have a well-priced winner. What affordable red wine was meant to be.",Verano,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gouguenheim Winery 2004 Verano Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gouguenheim-winery-2004-verano-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2004,Gouguenheim Winery
13,White,Austria,"Starts off with smoky-minerally notes that are quickly joined by green apple and lime aromas. In the mouth, it's fresh and crisp, with tangy citrus flavors balanced by more sedate apple notes. Could be more complex, but this is tasty stuff.",Pössnitzberg,35,88,South Styria,,,Erwin Sabathi 2004 Pössnitzberg Sauvignon Blanc (South Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erwin-sabathi-2004-possnitzberg-sauvignon-blanc-south-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Erwin Sabathi
,White,France,"This is a soft, rich Sancerre, coming from the warm vineyards of Montigny. There is also just a touch of wood and oxidation, which opens and softens the underlying citrus fruit flavors. With its weight, this is certainly more of a food wine than an apéritif. Imported by Vintage '59 Imports.",,23,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henry Natter 2004  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-natter-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Henry Natter
12,White,Austria,"Plump and medium-weight, with hints of mineral oil and beef broth on the nose, followed by green apple, citrus and some riper stone fruit flavors. The gren apple notes linger on the finish.",Trocken,17,88,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2004 Trocken Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2004-trocken-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Rainer Wess
14,Red,Australia,"One heck of a nice GSM for $10, this wine has pretty tree bark and barbecue aromas, followed up by juicy plum and raspberry fruit on the palate. Light vanilla/oak accents add interest, as does a mouthfeel thick with dust/chalk. 15,000 cases produced.",The Stump Jump,10,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2004 The Stump Jump G-S-M (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2004-stump-jump-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-mclaren-vale/,G-S-M,2004,D'Arenberg
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Apart from the fact that this tastes too fresh to be a 30-year-old, this is a delicious wine, with ripe, sweet fruits, caramel and just the right layer of dryness.",30-year old tawny,115,88,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate NV 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Taylor Fladgate
,White,US,"Sweet and penetrating, with surprisingly deep flavors of spicy pear, dried apricots and candied citrus.",Winemaker's Select,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2005 Winemaker's Select Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2005-winemakers-select-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Snoqualmie
,Red,Australia,"A nice, enjoyable wine as it always is, but seems broader, rounder and less from a single place than it has in the past. Black cherry comes back on the palate, enlaced with a rocky, minerally quality. Still a very good value for the money. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",The Cover Drive,17,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Jim Barry 2004 The Cover Drive Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2004-cover-drive-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Jim Barry
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A firm style of wine, from the oldest Port producer. With tannins and bitter almond and chocolate flavors, this is certainly on the drier side.",10-year old tawny,28,88,Port,,,Kopke NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Kopke
13.9,Red,US,"Reverie's vineyards are on a particularly high, steep slope of the mountain, and they make for wines that are tough in tannins when young, as this one is. It's also very dry, and feels astringently unsatisfying. Most California Merlots are not aging wines, but this one has a solid core of fruit, and might emerge from its coma for a window between 2007 and 2009.",,45,88,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2003 Merlot (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2003-merlot-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Merlot,2003,Reverie
13,White,Austria,"On the full-bodied side, with round, melon-scented fruit that picks up herbal and grapefruit notes on the finish. Multiple U.S. importers.",Brunnkreuz Reserve,39,88,Kremstal,,,Malat 2003 Brunnkreuz Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malat-2003-brunnkreuz-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-kremstal/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Malat
13,White,Austria,"Loaded with citrus, this Riesling is full in the mouth, yet not soft at all—possessed of a firm backbone of acids and minerals. Bergamot and cinnamon notes on the nose give way to lemony, orangey flavors that finish dry and tart. Hold at least five years.",Kaiserberg Smaragd,42,88,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Kaiserberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-kaiserberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Prager
,Dessert,US,"From the old gold color to the exotic, explosive apricot aromas, this is one sweet dessert wine. Botrytis heavily infected the grapes, which were harvested at enormously high brix. The residual sugar is 27%. The wine could use more intense fruit flavor to justify all that sugar.",Late Harvest Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Paeonia 2003 Late Harvest Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paeonia-2003-late-harvest-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2003,Paeonia
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Full and toasty, with medium depth of fruit but a lot of friendliness. Forward in the mouth, with pretty black cherry and plum flavors that are warm and ride smoothly on a bed of solid tannins. Well knit and solid. Offers a lot for the money. A good by-the-glass red. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Oak Cask,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Oak Cask Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-oak-cask-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Trapiche
,Red,US,"Edna Valley makes coastal California's most delicate and crisp Pinot Noirs. They tend to be food-friendly, as is this wine. Dry and elegantly silky, with high acidity and modest but complex cherry and cola flavors that will enhance, rather than dominate, your best entrées.",Estate Dijon Clones Selection,25,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wolff 2003 Estate Dijon Clones Selection Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolff-2003-estate-dijon-clones-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Wolff
14.2,Red,Argentina,"Ruby in color, with attractive mint, leather and black-fruit aromas. Like all Andeluna reds, which are made by the talented Silvio Alberto, it is ripe and lush; the black cherry, raspberry and chocolate flavors satisfy on their way to a toasted, smooth finish. Cushy and right for the times, and a bargain given that we're talking Cabernet Sauvignon.",Winemaker's Selection,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2003 Winemaker's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2003-winemakers-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Andeluna
14,Red,Australia,"This Cab-Shiraz adheres to the idea of moderation in all things. Its size is just right for enjoying with food, and its black cherry and plum flavors, not oak or other shadings, are center stage. Would go well with game meats in fruit-based sauces. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,18,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Green Point 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2004-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2004,Green Point
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very sweet rich wine, in the Fonseca house style. But it lacks the intensity, going more for sweet almonds, along with some bitter marmalade, and a young taste. Imported by Kobrand.",40-year old tawny,157,88,Port,,,Fonseca NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Fonseca
12,White,Austria,"This light, crisp white is the perfect counterpoint to a hot, lazy, summer afternoon. The slightly leafy, green apple and lime scents are a pick-me-up, followed by some delightfully pure and crystalline flavors ranging from rainwater to fresh greens, apple and pears to citrus. Clean and refreshing on the finish.",,9,88,Burgenland,,,Hillinger 2004 Welschriesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hillinger-2004-other-white-welschriesling-burgenland/,Welschriesling,2004,Hillinger
9.5,Dessert,US,"Mint graces the nose, along with vanilla, citrus and pineapple. The palate delivers tropical fruits and baked apple, while mouthwatering acids form a solid structure, with just enough sugar to match.",Ingle Vineyard Icewine,50,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2004 Ingle Vineyard Icewine Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2004-ingle-vineyard-icewine-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2004,Heron Hill
,Red,France,"A ripe, juicy charmer of a wine, aromatic and perfumed. Raspberry flavors, acidity and soft tannins come together and are underpinned by flavors of new wood and sweetness.",,23,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,Hecht & Bannier 2003 Red (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2003-red-saint-chinian/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Hecht & Bannier
12,White,Austria,"A great value in Grüner Veltliner, this medium-bodied offering features a saliva-inducing blend of spices, garden herbs and ripe fruit, shot through with a dose of dry minerality. True to the grape, and true to the terroir--all for less than $10.",,9,88,Wachau,,,Freie Weingärtner Wachau 2004 Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freie-weingartner-wachau-2004-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Freie Weingärtner Wachau
13,White,France,"Deiss's 2002 Engelgarten is a firm, dry, minerally wine that ably wraps anise, green apple and citrus fruits in a cloak of austere minerality. Crisp and clean at this stage, but probably needs several years for more interesting complexities to emerge.",Engelgarten,39,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2002 Engelgarten White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2002-engelgarten-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2002,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very soft, but with good concentration, this bitter orange flavored wine has ripeness, but also acidity, finishing with some bitter chocolate flavors. Attractively balanced.",His Eminence's Choice 10-year old tawny,23,88,Port,,,Delaforce NV His Eminence's Choice 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-nv-his-eminences-choice-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Delaforce
13.5,Red,Argentina,"This wine is rock solid and well worth a go. The nose is smoky, rubbery and full of fruit. In the mouth, vanilla softens and supports pure plum and cherry flavors. Mouthfilling and balanced. If only all value wines were this well made. Imported by Dylain Produce, LLC.",,9,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2003 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2003,Big Daddy Vineyards
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Barros is not well known outside Portugal, but this wine suggests it should be. Delicate and perfumed, this has a fine balance that leaves a fresh, fruity aftertaste. There is structure, sweetness and ripeness.",10-year old tawny,22,88,Port,,,Barros NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Barros
13,White,Austria,"Racy, dry and lean, with mineral, lime and green apple notes giving this a rather hard mouthfeel. Tart green apple and citrus flavors finish crisp and refreshing, but this wine needs time (4-5 years?) to loosen up.",Wachstum Bodenstein Smaragd,48,89,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Wachstum Bodenstein Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-wachstum-bodenstein-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Prager
13,White,Austria,"Flashier on the nose than on the palate, starting with traces of almond, melon and dried spices but moving into flavors of herbs and citrus. A bold beam of acidity drives this wine, which finishes crisp and long. Worth cellaring to see if more richness develops on the midpalate.",Klaus Smaragd,48,89,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Klaus Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-klaus-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Prager
12.2,White,US,"Gold in color, this wine blossoms with aromas of petrol, lychee,  spice and vanilla, followed by flavors of the same. Sheldrake Point, on the west side of Cayuga Lake, has been making a name for itself in New York Riesling, showing with this mostly-dry wine how a couple of years can add complexity and a rich mouthfeel.",Reserve,21,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2003 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2003-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2003,Sheldrake Point
13.5,Red,Australia,"A solid Cab for a fair price. Thick but smooth tannins dominate on the palate, where plum and berry fruit are pretty tight, almost sour. Woodspice and barbecue aromas on the nose; an even, constant wine overall. 475 cases produced. Imported by Marquee Selections.",Signature,20,89,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Marquee 2003 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2003-signature-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Marquee
14,White,Austria,"An oily, viscous wine the color of polished brass, Malat's 2002 auslese boasts striking scents of honey, peaches and orange marmalade. The ultraripe peach flavors pick up hints of spice and nuts on the finish. Bears a bit of similarity to a vendanges tardives Riesling from Alsace, and best paired with similar dishes, such as foie gras, or fish or chicken in cream sauce.",Das Beste Von Riesling Auslese,60,89,Kremstal,,,Malat 2002 Das Beste Von Riesling Auslese Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malat-2002-das-beste-von-riesling-auslese-kremstal/,Riesling,2002,Malat
,White,US,"Chateau Ste. Michelle makes more Riesling than any winery in the country, and this bottling, at 553,500 cases, may qualify as the largest single Riesling production in the world. It's a great bottle of wine, priced for everyday consumption, yet loaded with fresh fruit flavors of peach, pear and melon. Washington state built its white wine reputation on Riesling, and Riesling is more popular than ever before (statewide it is the third most planted grape, and production is up 23 percent in the past two years). This version is off-dry, lightly spiced and perfectly framed by vibrant acids.",,8,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2005 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2005-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2005,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Great ripe fruits dominate this young, fresh wine. There is balancing sweetness and delicate, lightly burnt acidity. Now under the same management as Taylor and Fonseca, Croft is a name that should be as well known for Port as for Sherry.",10-year old tawny,30,89,Port,,,Croft NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croft-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Croft
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"More in the elegant style, this Delaforce wine shows plenty of ripe flavors, but then restrains them. It is very pure, a delightful wine that is very drinkable.",20-year old tawny,35,89,Port,,,Delaforce NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Delaforce
13.9,Red,US,"With its medium body and supple tannins, this seems destined to be consumed young. Vanilla and pastry-crust notes accent raspberry fruit on the nose, while on the palate, chocolate and caramel shadings frame tart red berries, turning cedary on the finish.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chatter Creek 2002 Alder Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2002-alder-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chatter Creek
,White,US,"Edna Valley's cool maritime climate has led to a sharply acidic wine, intense and pure in Meyer lemon, ripe fig, Key lime pie and peppery guava flavors. The wine is dry and intensely fruity. A beautiful cocktail wine.",Paragon Vineyard,13,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2004 Paragon Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2004-paragon-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Baileyana
,Red,US,"The winery's signature red features Klipsun Cabernet blended with Merlot and Syrah sourced from a variety of top sites. Interesting cherry tobacco and chocolate streaks marry well to the ripe cherry fruit, and it's got the extra length you look for in this price range. 325 cases produced.",Tre Fanciulli,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2003 Tre Fanciulli Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2003-tre-fanciulli-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Blend,2003,JM Cellars
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A smooth, ripe, caramel- and toffee-flavored wine, with sweet fruit. Tastes young for a 20-year old, this still has good structure and is well integrated.",20-year old tawny,48,89,Port,,,Offley NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Offley
,White,US,"A firm, structured yet smooth rendition with flavors of melon, red delicious apples and light tropical fruits. Crisp acidity, creamy lees and light hints of toast.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,US,"Barrel-fermented and put through complete malolactic fermentation, this well-made Gris may have started out quite acidic, but the winemaker has softened things up without sacrificing the crisp definition. Fresh apple flavors with suggestions of honey and lemon to add interest set this up as an archetypical summer seafood wine.",,13,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),San Juan Vineyards 2004 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2004,San Juan Vineyards
,White,US,"A full-flavored, spicy bottle showing off tart pineapple and citrus fruit, lightly dusted with cinnamon. The addition of 11% Sémillon punches up the core, and the barrel fermentation (15% new oak) adds lovely, spicy highlights.",,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2004-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Ryan Patrick
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"There is plenty going on in Noval's 20-year-old. It is a dry style, but the generous fruit combines marmalade and fresh citrus flavors, along with powerful ripeness. Acidity is there too, giving a lift at the end.",20-year old tawny,60,89,Port,,,Quinta do Noval NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Noval
12.8,White,Argentina,"Fresh, tropical, and welcoming. Sweet and lush in the mouth with a full blast of mango and melon flavors. Medium-bodied with good acidity. Finishes correct and everything seems to be united and put together. Above-average value Chardonnay from Argentina.",,9,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Cabra Montes 2004 Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabra-montes-2004-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Cabra Montes
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very soft, easy wine, with some good concentration that just lacks a central core.",10-year old tawny,22,85,Port,,,Quinta do Portal NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Portal
12,White,Australia,"What we get of this Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc is nice, but there's just not enough of it to go around. Mineral and green grape flavors fade into fresh herbs on the palate, but the flavors are less than intense. Peach skin and grass aromas are joined by some rubber on the nose. Has potential; just wants to be dialed up a little louder.",Central Ranges,15,85,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Simon Gilbert 2004 Central Ranges Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-gilbert-2004-central-ranges-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-new-south-wales/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Simon Gilbert
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a huge, concentrated, dry wine, which is left very unbalanced by the burnt character and the dominance of the spirit. tThe acid ity, at least, leaves freshness.",Plus 20-year old tawny,46,85,Port,,,Warre's NV Plus 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-nv-plus-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Warre's
12,Red,US,"Purple colored, with big, dry tannins for a Cabernet Franc from Long Island. Aged in 100% stainless steel, this wine has inviting aromas of grape, blueberry and graphite, although the flavors lean toward rhubarb and red plum.",,18,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2004 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2004-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Raphael
14.5,Red,US,"A Syrah-Grenache blend that's dry and rustically tannic, with a gritty, chewy feeling, and explosively ripe cherry, plum and cocoa flavors. This is a country-style wine that's looking for country-style stews and roasts.",Bungalow Red,15,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Casa Barranca 2004 Bungalow Red Syrah-Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-barranca-2004-bungalow-red-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah-Grenache,2004,Casa Barranca
14.7,Red,US,"Tastes kind of soft and thick in jammy cherry and blackberry flavors, with low acidity and some keen tannins that turn astringent on the finish. It's showing its rusticity and is not likely to improve.",Crimson Creek,27,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pine Ridge 2002 Crimson Creek Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2002-crimson-creek-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Pine Ridge
12,White,France,"Sweet and a bit low in acidity, this Vouvray features thick, pear-flavored fruit and a short finish. Serve well chilled.",,13,83,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Première 2004  Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/premiere-2004-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Première
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Caramel, white chocolate aromas, and unbalanced sweet and sour flavors just do not show well together in this disappointing wine.",Sir William 10-year old tawny,26,83,Port,,,Warre's NV Sir William 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-nv-sir-william-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Warre's
15,Red,US,"Dark purple, with mixed aromas of juicy plum, sawdust and clove that pick up hints of beet. A heavy hitter, the 15% alcohol is not apparent except in the big feel, matched by dry, rough tannins and a hint of sweetness. Dark berry fruit and beet flavors coat the mouth, and the wine finishes with a medicinal feel.",,28,83,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Balistreri 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balistreri-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-grand-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Balistreri
13,White,Australia,"Getting past the nose, with black pepper, pickle and lactic aromas, takes some doing; but once you do, the flavors are  fine. White stone fruit dominates, couched in a puffy, soft feel. Finishes with a lemon meringue note. Imported by Importicos Inc.",,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Blue Tongue 2004 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-tongue-2004-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,Blue Tongue
12.5,White,Australia,"Though this is the reserve-tier Chard, it seems simpler than the other Jacob's Creek offering. This one deals confection on multiple levels: It smells like glazed donut, and has a flavor not unlike lemon pudding. Soft and full, but missing some heft in the middle. Imported by Pernod Ricard USA.",Reserve,13,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2004-reserve-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2004,Jacob's Creek
13,Red,Argentina,"Starts hard and rubbery before opening to show more wood and toast than clean, approachable fruit. Kind of buttery and woody on the palate, where red fruit sits in reserve. Sort of lean in terms of flavor; limited. Imported by Oenophilia Imports.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gouguenheim Winery 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gouguenheim-winery-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Gouguenheim Winery
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Nondistinguished red wine is how to best describe this one. It has some rhubarb as well as berry, while the feel is racy and zesty. Arguably scratchy and a bit green.",,9,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tango Sur 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tango-sur-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Tango Sur
12.5,Red,US,"This wine's aromas are all over the place, and few of them entice: funk, lactic, earth and bramble. Cab Franc character shows through with some cherry flavors on the palate, while rhubarb and tree bark flavors support. Finishes with chalky green tannins.",,22,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2002 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2002-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Peconic Bay Winery
13,White,Argentina,"Light yellow in tint, with big tropical aromas centering on melon. Tastes more lemony and dry than the nose might suggest, with a strong, astringent blast of green apple on the finish.",,15,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hacienda del Plata 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-plata-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Hacienda del Plata
12,White,US,"After the acetone blows off, the aromas are like sticking your nose in a honey jar. Round and sweet in the mouth, but not full, with honey suckle and animal musk flavors, this lacks acidity to lift it, giving it a heavy feeling.",,15,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2004 Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2004-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2004,Martha Clara
13.5,Red,US,"Earth and underripe red vegetable aromas lead to watery flavors of red berry, cinnamon and earth. Abnormally light-bodied for a Cab, with Band-Aid pervading throughout.",,15,80,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-pennsylvania/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chaddsford
13,Rose,Argentina,"Slightly harsh aromas of radish and leather are a little raw. Tastes like fresh nectarines and berries, then turns a bit mealy on the finish. Imported by The Wandering Epicurean.",Reserve,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas de Chacras 2004 Reserve Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-chacras-2004-reserve-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2004,Cavas de Chacras
12.5,Red,US,"Smells of yellow Runts, with a brambly edge. Like the '04 Private Reserve Chardonnay, this wine doesn't lack in body, but the flavors are diminished. Salted yellow fruits die out quickly, leaving nothing behind.",,16,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2004 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2004-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2004,Waters Crest
11,White,US,"Acidity pokes through the creamy mouth, giving this wine a spiky feel. Starts with foxy aromas that dissipate, revealing generic yellow fruit flavors.",James River White,8,80,Virginia,Virginia,,The Williamsburg Winery NV James River White White (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamsburg-winery-nv-james-river-white-virginia/,White Blend,,The Williamsburg Winery
13,Red,US,"This Merlot-Cab Sauvignon smells and tastes like tomato juice, with balsam and tobacco accents. Smooth tannins offer a creamy feel, but high acid makes it tart.",Flight,35,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2000 Flight Meritage (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2000-flight-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-long-island-north-fork/,Meritage,2000,Osprey's Dominion
13.6,Red,Argentina,"Less than ripe on the nose, with hay and green notes. Yet the palate is sweet and sugary. Hence the front end and back end are at odds with each other.",,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Antis 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antis-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Antis
11.5,White,Australia,"Lemon candy and floral aromas are cloying. It's sweet and soft on the palate, and finishes watery. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Diamond Label Traminer Riesling,10,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2005 Diamond Label Traminer Riesling White (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2005-diamond-label-traminer-riesling-white-south-eastern/,White Blend,2005,Rosemount
,White,US,"This is a bizarre wine. The alcohol is extremely high, and the fruit is enormously ripe, to the point of bananas. The wine will have its fans, but to me it's Chardonnay-Port, over-manipulated and over-stylized. Tasted twice.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Barrel Select,,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Whitcraft 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Barrel Select Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitcraft-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-barrel-select-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Whitcraft
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Tart, hard and burnt, this wine is completely spoilt by the harsh spirits which dominate.",20-year old tawny,40,81,Port,,,Messias NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Messias
12,Red,US,"Nice aromas of pie crust, red fruit and some barnyard lead to a tart, simple wine with watered-down flavors of red berry.",,20,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Ackerly Pond 2003 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ackerly-pond-2003-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Ackerly Pond
13,White,US,"This wine is clean and well made, with a smooth mouthfeel. Oaky butter and vanilla aromas combine with watery flavors of pear and popcorn.",Acte 12,16,81,Virginia,Virginia,,The Williamsburg Winery 2004 Acte 12 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamsburg-winery-2004-acte-12-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2004,The Williamsburg Winery
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The burnt character is too dominant in this wine, and it smothers any fruit there is. Just a touch dry as well.",20-year old tawny,49,81,Port,,,Feist NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feist-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Feist
13,Red,Argentina,"Leather, burnt bush and leafy, green Cabernet aromas get it off the mark in questionable fashion. The palate offers some berry flavor but it's chewy, buttery and off-center. Not a whole lot going for it.",,6,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Funky Llama
11,White,US,"Pleasant aromas of mango, peach and spice lead to a sweet wine that lacks acidity. The aromas don't translate to the flavor, where Bazooka Joe bubble gum dominates. not bad, but too sweet for my taste.",,11,81,New Jersey,New Jersey,,Alba 2004 Riesling (New Jersey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alba-2004-riesling-new-jersey/,Riesling,2004,Alba
13,White,US,"Popcorn on the nose leads to citrus in the mouth, with a touch of oak. The wine verges on being tart, giving it a lively mouthfeel.",John Adlum,11,81,Virginia,Virginia,,The Williamsburg Winery 2004 John Adlum Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamsburg-winery-2004-john-adlum-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2004,The Williamsburg Winery
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Broad up front but pasty, with olive and soy sauce added in. The cherry and berry flavors are zesty but nondistinct, while the finish is lean and hits with cranberry and cherry. Also shows a bit of compost.",,11,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Retiro 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-retiro-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Finca El Retiro
13,Red,Australia,"There's not much body or intensity to this Shiraz-Cab, and what's here is pretty odd. Aromas and flavors run the gamut from sautéed mushrooms in gravy to lifted fruit to Blow Pop. Confused. Imported by The Australian Wine Connection.",,12,82,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Wise 2002 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-2002-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Wise
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Mute on the nose, with only rubber cement and anonymous dark fruit showing up. Tastes of ripe plum, carob and burnt toast, while the finish offers vanilla shadings then a blast of heat. Not a smooth operator.",,9,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2003 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2003-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2003,Big Daddy Vineyards
12,White,US,"A blend of German varietals, thie has nice white fruit aromas touched with vanilla and oak. In the mouth it's simple and a bit oily, with overbearing oak that gives butter and spice flavors, but there is some tropical fruit which is pleasant.",Vineyard Tears,15,82,Michigan,Lake Michigan Shore,,Round Barn NV Vineyard Tears White (Lake Michigan Shore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-barn-nv-vineyard-tears-white-lake-shore/,White Blend,,Round Barn
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This tastes very old, and any fruit is suppressed by flavors of liquorice and burnt wood.",20-year old tawny,,82,Port,,,Casa Santa Eufemia NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-eufemia-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Casa Santa Eufemia
12.5,Rose,France,"Doesn't smell bad, showing off bright citrus and herbal notes, but turns heavy and candied on the palate, ending with cotton candy and bubble gum flavors.",,12,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Camparine 2005 Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-camparine-2005-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de Camparine
13,Red,Argentina,"Sweet cherry aromas seem almost like Grenache atop graham crackers, while the palate is lean, green and topped off by brandied cherry. Adequate as a cheap quaffer but not up to the next level.",,9,82,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Cabra Montes 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabra-montes-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-agrelo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Cabra Montes
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Lovers of Italian bitters should pay attention to this wine. It's medicinal character is very intense, very herbal. Good for the stomach, maybe, but it's not Port.",40-year old tawny,130,82,Port,,,Barros NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Barros
13.9,Red,US,"Bengay, tomato and rhubarb waft from the glass before aromas of holiday spice emerge. This wine has dusty, underripe tannins and a medium body. A good try from an emerging growing region, but lack of ripeness still seems to be a factor, leading to rhubarb flavors.",,30,82,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Verso 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verso-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-grand-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Verso
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Too many things to take issue with here for it to rate any higher. The nose features chocolate-covered raisin and tomato sauce, while the lean palate deals brambly cherry and berry flavors. Lacks persistence and notable bright spots.",Reserve,24,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hacienda del Plata 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-plata-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hacienda del Plata
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Pretty solid aromatically, and nicely colored, but goes sharp, lean and tart in the mouth. Shows some cherry flavor, but also displaced citrus. Too much austerity and overt acidity.",Primavera,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gouguenheim Winery 2004 Primavera Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gouguenheim-winery-2004-primavera-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2004,Gouguenheim Winery
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Rather brown in color, this wine is sweet, soft and chocolaty, spoiled by volatility and unbalanced acidity.",10-year old tawny,20,82,Port,,,Messias NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Messias
13.5,Red,US,"For those of you who don't mind brettanomyces, this wine has a nice mouth feel with mild tannins and underlying red fruit. But if horsey is not your thing, stay away. This wine is riding the brett train, and there's no getting off.",,25,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Comtesse Thérèse
12,White,China,"This Chardonnay-Riesling blend has faint hints of banana and white fruits leading to more of the same in the mouth. Dry, with an almost tannic feel and a short finish of peach.",Marco Polo White Wine,7,82,China,,,China Silk NV Marco Polo White Wine White (China),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/china-silk-nv-marco-polo-white-wine/,White Blend,,China Silk
13.5,Red,Austria,"Herbal and tannic, this is one wine that smells better than it tastes. Smoke, pepper and blueberry aromas set the stage, but the palate is lean, featuring some tea-like tannins that pick up a bitter edge on the finish.",Classique,22,82,Burgenland,,,Josef Pöckl 2004 Classique Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-pockl-2004-classique-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2004,Josef Pöckl
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This has a burnt, dry style, with high acidity. It tastes more mature than a 10-year-old.",10-year old tawny,23,82,Port,,,Feist NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feist-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Feist
13,Red,US,"Starting to fade at the rim of the glass, this wine has nice aromas of mushroom, balsam and blueberry pie. It lacks body, though, and the cinnamon and red berry flavors are moderate at best. Finishes with some nice spicy notes.",,,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
13.5,Red,US,"Light-medium bodied, and smooth in the mouth, this wine would be fine if not for a strong brett presence, manifesting itself with strong horsey/metallic flavors and aromas. Underneath there is some decent red fruit, but it's too far under to rate higher.",Traditional,18,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2003 Traditional Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2003-traditional-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2003,Comtesse Thérèse
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry, rather burnt, with sweetness, but dominated by unbalanced spirit.",20-year old tawny,50,82,Port,,,Cockburn's NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Cockburn's
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very burnt and harsh, with spirit dominating, this is a sad showing for such a famous name.",20-year old tawny,53,82,Port,,,Croft NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croft-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Croft
12,White,US,"Toasty oak cradles this wine, while flavors of yellow fruits shine through. The wine has a smooth, light body, with nice balance, and finishes crisp, with more oaky nuance.",,18,83,Michigan,Lake Michigan Shore,,Round Barn NV Chardonnay (Lake Michigan Shore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-barn-nv-chardonnay-lake-shore/,Chardonnay,,Round Barn
,Rose,Argentina,"Salmon colored, with light melon and almond aromas that are hardly distinct but by the same token are nice enough. Sweet and simple in the mouth, with no discernible fruit flavor to latch onto. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Montfleury Gran,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2005 Montfleury Gran Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2005-montfleury-gran-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2005,Weinert
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Solid enough, with standard black-fruit aromas that show raisin but also adequate freshness. Black cherry is the dominant flavor component, backed by a finish that's decently textured and a touch chocolaty. Not great, but not bad for Tannat.",,9,83,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2004 Tannat (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2004-other-red-tannat-cafayate/,Tannat,2004,Quara
14,Red,Argentina,"Damp earth and a leafy accent render the nose less than fruity, while the mouth is round and grabby, with basic Cabernet flavors and hard tannins. Short on the finish.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Novus 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novus-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Novus
12,Red,US,"Doesn't quite reach the potential of Merlot on Long Island, but still has aromas of vanilla, mint and red fruit. In the mouth the fruit is tart cherry, with eucalyptus and horse starting to show. Has fine weight and tannins, but gets greener on the finish.",,18,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Ackerly Pond 2003 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ackerly-pond-2003-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2003,Ackerly Pond
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Flat and basic, with charred secondary aromas. Simple red fruit with rubbery tannins make for an average palate. Easy enough but hard to find anything special or exciting to go on about. Imported by Wine Source Selections.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,1919 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1919-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,1919
12.5,White,US,"Greenish-yellow in the glass, with aromas of tart tropical fruit, honeydew and bell pepper. Nice balanced, backed by firm acids. Lemon, lime and melon appear on the palate, then quickly finish.",,22,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2005-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Raphael
12.5,Red,US,"Has plenty of dry, extracted tannins alongside dark fruit, tree bark and vanilla notes. The mouth doesn't deliver as much, with moderate dark fruit flavors matched by green, stemmy notes. Finishes with chalky tannins.",,40,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2001 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2001-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2001,Raphael
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,This wine certainly doesn't taste its age. It has more to do with sweet almond cookies and unbalanced spirit than mature flavors. Imported by Langdon Shiverick.,40-year old tawny,130,83,Port,,,Quinta das Heredias NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-heredias-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta das Heredias
13.2,Red,US,"An intensely fruit-driven nose of raspberry and blueberry is touched with tobacco and forest floor. Almost a bit sweet-tasting in the mouth, with ripe tannins and candied cherries wrapped in pie crust.",Estate,20,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2002 Estate Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2002-estate-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2002,Standing Stone
12,White,Argentina,"Runs toward the sweet side, with fruit syrup and candied apple on the nose. Lemon-lime is the front and center flavor component, while the finish runs sweet and sour, with a sugary aftertaste.",Famiglia Bianchi,15,83,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2005 Famiglia Bianchi Sauvignon Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2005-famiglia-bianchi-sauvignon-blanc-san-rafael/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Valentín Bianchi
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A hugely, almost uncomfortably sweet wine with strong aromatics. It has some attractive acidity, but the sweetness detracts from any other character.",10-year old tawny,30,83,Port,,,Cockburn's NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Cockburn's
12.5,White,US,"Ripe in fruit and a bit soft and thick in texture, this is a decent country-style Chard that offers what consumers want: Peachy, tropical fruit flavors, oak notes and a creamy texture.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Coastal Ridge
13,Red,Austria,"A hint of vinyl on the nose detracts from this wine's otherwise positive impression. White pepper and blackberry-blueberry flavors are carried along on a smooth mouthfeel, while supple tannins and a cocoa note chime in on the finish.",,19,83,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2004 Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2004-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2004,Gernot and Heike Heinrich
12.6,Dessert,US,"This wine has Muscat-like floral aromas as well as orange liqueur and vanilla, then turns toward honeyed peach nectar in the mouth, with hints of musk. Very sweet, the acidity sometimes pierces while at other times it's distant, giving an uneven feel.",Polaris,35,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery NV Polaris Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-nv-polaris-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,,Peconic Bay Winery
14,Red,Argentina,"Dark fruit and leather on the nose seem fine, yet the palate is high-toned and starchy, with sharp flavors of cherry, plum and mushroom doing battle with severe tannins. And it's a touch saucy and salty on the finish. Imported by Victoire Imports.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viento Sur 2003 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-sur-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2003,Viento Sur
11.5,White,France,"Smells and tastes a bit confected, with lime sherbet aromas vying with hints of spring flowers and talcum powder, turning a little sweet and flabby in the mouth.",Rebgarten,19,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Barth René 2003 Rebgarten Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barth-rene-2003-rebgarten-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Barth René
13,White,Australia,"This is a good casual sipper without a lot of kick, but one that gets the job done. Offers lemon drop aromas and faint pineapple and chalk flavors. Imported by VB Group.",Bin 222,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2005 Bin 222 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2005-bin-222-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Wyndham Estate
13.5,White,Argentina,"Floral and spring-like up front, but also smells too much like air freshener or dish soap. Plump pear and cantaloupe flavors are adequate, but the candied finish and heavy sweetness lean toward dull and heavy. Not bad but has faults.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 2005 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-2005-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2005,Fantelli
,White,France,"Crisp and light, with flavors of fresh cantaloupe and lychees. The aftertaste is soft, and just slightly sweet. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,22,83,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Remy-Pannier 2005  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Remy-Pannier
13.5,Rose,France,"Boasts assertive strawberry and lime aromas, but drops off a bit on the palate, courtesy of relatively low acidity.",Sabine,10,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Thau,,Bieler Père et Fils 2005 Sabine Rosé (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Thau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bieler-pere-fils-2005-sabine-rose-vin-pays-cotes-thau/,Rosé,2005,Bieler Père et Fils
,Red,US,"A bit flabby and sweet, not to mention heavy on the oak, this is the sort of Pinot that has many fans for its full-bodied richness. Yet it's over the top, lacking in delicacy and restraint.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,45,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2003 Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2003-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Tantara
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,A very old wine which smells medicinal and tastes like sweet cough syrup. It's so concentrated as to be almost undrinkable.,40-year old tawny,120,83,Port,,,Rozes NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Rozes
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very old, too concentrated, medicinal, Italian bitters-flavored wine that tastes too herbal to give much pleasure. Imported by Wine Worth LLC.",40-year old tawny,180,83,Port,,,Kopke NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Kopke
12.5,White,Australia,"Smells like mango, plus a pickle-like note. On the palate it is mouthpuckeringly dry, like grapefruit juice, with nuances of apricot and orange.",,15,83,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2004 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2004-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2004,West Cape Howe
13.1,Red,US,"Brambly dark fruit characterizes this PV, with high acidity playing a leading role, leaving a sour taste on the finish.",,24,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 2002 Petit Verdot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-2002-petit-verdot-virginia/,Petit Verdot,2002,Linden
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Very oaky, with coconut and raw wood making up the bulk of the bouquet. Wood is the recurring theme throughout, with just a bit of dark fruit making an appearance. Very hard, tannic and tough.",Reserva,40,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Joffré e Hijas 2003 Reserva Merlot (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joffre-e-hijas-2003-reserva-merlot-uco-valley/,Merlot,2003,Joffré e Hijas
11.5,White,US,"Semisweet, with lemon verbena and honeysuckle aromas and lychee, citrus and spice flavors. Lacks acidity to match the sugar and has a gritty mouthfeel ending with sweet bubblegum.",,15,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2005 Johannisberg Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2005-riesling-johannisberg-finger-lakes/,Johannisberg Riesling,2005,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
10.5,Dessert,Australia,"Has an odd green aroma, like capers. On the palate, this Sem offers soft peach and guava flavors, and a green, herbal note. Doesn't taste very late harvest, either—especially compared to other Oz sweeties. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Kosher Late Harvest,16,83,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2003 Kosher Late Harvest Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2003-kosher-late-harvest-semillon-semillon-margaret-river/,Sémillon,2003,Beckett's Flat
12.5,White,US,"Still young-looking, with a touch of green to the pale yellow color, this wine offers white fruit aromas in addition to burnt popcorn. The oak is more subdued in the mouth, where toasty flavors play a secondary role to white fruits and citrus.",Reserve,20,84,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2002 Reserve Chardonnay (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2002-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-hamptons/,Chardonnay,2002,Wölffer
,White,France,"This blending for the American market is softer than some Sancerre, but has some good fresh currant and light lemon flavors. It's ready to drink, with its soft, clean acidity. Imported by House of Burgundy.",,19,84,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Richard Bourgeois 2005  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/richard-bourgeois-2005-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Richard Bourgeois
13.9,Red,US,"Tomatoey in the nose, with hints of wood, mint, and red berry. Stalky flavors of red berry and earth are wrapped in a nice package of moderate tannin that is smooth, with a hint of sweetness. The acidity picks up on the finish.",,17,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2002 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2002-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Sheldrake Point
13.5,White,Australia,"Nut and white stone fruit aromas start things off. Tastes like pineapples and fresh cream; broad, but not so deep. Imported by Precept Brands.",,12,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,White Knot 2005 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-knot-2005-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2005,White Knot
13.2,White,US,"A sweet white offering varietally correct aromas of rose, lychee, and spice. Low alcohol and low acid leave the sugar to do the talking, which it does with flavors of lychee and peach. Good for summer sipping, with a spicy finish.",,16,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2004 Gewürztraminer (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2004-gewurztraminer-long-island-north-fork/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Martha Clara
14.5,Red,Australia,"This narrow, value-priced wine is unusual in its category because its dominating notes are earthy, woodsy ones, rather than forwardly fruity ones. Has edgy, wooly tannins that would make it a ready partner for some charbroiled meats. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,12,84,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Mandu 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandu-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Mandu
13,White,US,"Tastes like a cool-climate SB with the grapefruit and gooseberry flavors, but the acidity is higher than you'll generally find in that varietal, and there's a tangy, clean dryness that absolutely scours the palate. A lovely cocktail sipper, or try with mussels.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Five Rivers 2005 Pinot Grigio (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Five Rivers
,Red,US,"Like the Merlot, this is varietally correct, in this case balancing blackberry and white pepper flavors. Supple tannins make it go down smooth and easy, without a second thought.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2004 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2004-shiraz-california-62001/,Shiraz,2004,Delicato
13,Red,Argentina,"Lots of clove and oak on the nose, with some green aromas and coffee bean. Core black cherry with spice shadings carries the palate, while the finish is constricted and mildly tannic. Fairly hard in terms of mouthfeel. Imported by Oenophilia Imports.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gouguenheim Winery 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gouguenheim-winery-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Gouguenheim Winery
13.7,Red,Argentina,"Full plum and raspberry aromas are not overpowering, but they are big and set the stage for plum, coffee and pepper flavor components. Displays a bit of heat and bitterness late on the finish, but for the most part this wine is varietally correct and tastes not unlike a sun-drenched Côtes-du-Rhône. Imported by Ecosur Group, LLC.",,8,84,Other,La Rioja,,La Puerta 2005 Shiraz (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-rioja/,Shiraz,2005,La Puerta
13.5,Red,US,"Dry and fruity and a little rugged, this wine from Mendocino County has ripe cherry-berry flavors that are tinged with some sharp tannins, and a tart, astringent finish. Drink now.",Rennie Vineyard,20,84,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2002 Rennie Vineyard Merlot (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2002-rennie-vineyard-merlot-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Merlot,2002,Yorkville Cellars
14.6,White,US,"Fruity and oaky, yet a little one-dimensional, this dry wine is sharply tart in acids, with an herbal, earthy note to the green apple and grapefruit juice flavors.",Truchard Vineyard,20,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,X 2004 Truchard Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2004-truchard-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,X
11,White,US,"A nose of papaya, white fruit, and lemon verbena is pleasant, while the mouthfeel has nice balance, smooth and round without being fat. Has cantaloupe and tropical fruit in the mouth, then finishes with a pithy note.",Steel Fermented,13,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2003 Steel Fermented Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2003-steel-fermented-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2003,Peconic Bay Winery
12.5,White,Australia,"This blend of Colombard, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc is an odd wine, giving straw/stable notes on the nose and lemon, pink grapefruit and straw flavors on the palate. Goes peachy toward the finish. Light and soft. Imported by USA Wine West.","La Biondina (Adelaide, not Adelaide Hills)",15,84,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,"Primo Estate 2005 La Biondina (Adelaide, not Adelaide Hills) White (Adelaide Hills)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primo-estate-2005-biondina-adelaide-not-adelaide-hills-white-adelaide-hills/,White Blend,2005,Primo Estate
13.5,White,Argentina,"Peach, melon and other slightly sweet tropical aromas lead into green melon and citrus flavors. Medium-bodied and a bit chewy, with a light, uneven finish that pushes grapefruit and soda cracker.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Plaza de Mulas 2005 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plaza-mulas-2005-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Plaza de Mulas
12.5,White,Australia,"This Semillon-Sauvignon is ont a superflavorful or profound wine, but it gets the job done when a clean, workhouse white is in order. Offers notes of wet stone and citrus pith, from beginning to end. Imported by Pernod Ricard USA.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2005 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2005-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Jacob's Creek
13,White,France,"A medium-bodied to full Gewürz, with floral aromas that carry attractive lychee notes. But bubble gum flavors seem slightly confected on the palate, and the wine finishes short.",Cuvée Marie,27,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2002 Cuvée Marie Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2002-cuvee-marie-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2002,Lucien Albrecht
13.9,White,Argentina,"Yellowish in color, with a heavy, somewhat creamy nose that deals vanilla and melon. More sweet vanilla is woven into the anonymous fruit flavors, while slight oakiness rears up on the finish. Not bad but oaky and unfocused.",Organic,13,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2005 Organic Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2005-organic-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2005,Domaine Jean Bousquet
13.5,Red,Australia,"Its aromas are quite nice—clay, black cherry, eraser, graham cracker--but the palate doesn't deliver the goods quite as prettily. Has a papery/wooly feel; fruit has a green, sourish edge. Not imported to the U.S.",,17,84,New South Wales,Orange,,Climbing 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/climbing-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-orange/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Climbing
14.7,Dessert,US,"Round and full, this wine has moderate acidity that keeps it from cloying and white fruit flavors that are sweet but not up to the richness of most dessert wines. A barnyard note plays a minor role, detracting from the overall sweetness.",Late Harvest,24,84,Virginia,Virginia,,The Williamsburg Winery 2004 Late Harvest Vidal Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamsburg-winery-2004-late-harvest-other-white-vidal-blanc-virginia/,Vidal Blanc,2004,The Williamsburg Winery
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is more like an Italian bitters than a Port, with its roasted coffee aromas, and bitter flavors. Almost medicinal.",30-year old tawny,60,84,Port,,,Messias NV 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Messias
12.5,Red,US,"Holiday spice aromas are interesting enough, although heavy cream and brown, stemmy notes are a bit odd. Takes a turn for the better with flavors of dark berry, cherry and allspice. Sour cherries mark the finish.",,45,84,Michigan,Lake Michigan Shore,,Round Barn 2003 Cabernet Franc (Lake Michigan Shore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-barn-2003-cabernet-franc-lake-shore/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Round Barn
13,White,Australia,"Starts off with grassy, fresh herbal aromas and flavors of almond. After a second look, it's all lemon and grapefruit flavors, with an edge of sweetness—almost like a lemon tart. Slim in size, soft in feel. An easy quaff.",Zeepaard,10,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2005 Zeepaard Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2005-zeepaard-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,West Cape Howe
13,White,France,"Atypically light in body and reticent on the nose, this Gewürz instead shows rather crisp lime and green apple flavors. It's fresh and mouthwatering, if not exactly what you might expect from a Gewürztraminer.",,15,84,Alsace,Alsace,,W. Gisselbrecht 2004 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-gisselbrecht-2004-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2004,W. Gisselbrecht
13.5,White,Australia,"This is a linear Chardonnay that gets from point A (light white peach and pineapple aromas) to point B (peach and mineral flavors) without any difficulty or fanfare. Made in a lighter, feminine style and will appeal to the oak-averse. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,10,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Silverwing 2005 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverwing-2005-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Silverwing
12.8,Red,US,"Mushroom and tomato are coated with spicy oak, while he palate deals out carob, plum and tomato. A bit on the unripe side, the wine nevertheless has good dark tannins, although the finish is a bit tart.",,40,84,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2003 Cabernet Franc (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2003-cabernet-franc-long-island-hamptons/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Wölffer
,Red,US,"Outside of the vineyard, wines like this are what built the company's production to reach 12 million cases per year. Plump and low in acid, with baked black-cherry flavors accented by earth and dried herbs, it just may be the Merlot poured by the glass at your neighborhood hangout.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2004-merlot-california-62000/,Merlot,2004,Delicato
13.5,Red,Austria,"The mouthfeel of this Austrian Pinot Noir is supple and lush, but the aromas are a bit dull, filled with roasted fruit and charred oak. The plum and black cherry flavors seem lightly caramelized and lacking length.",,38,84,Thermenregion,,,Christian Fischer 2003 Pinot Noir (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christian-fischer-2003-pinot-noir-thermenregion/,Pinot Noir,2003,Christian Fischer
13,White,Australia,"Not very Riesling-like, but this is a good, inexpensive white nonetheless. Shows golden apple, pear and some lanolin aromas and flavors. Fairly full in the mouth for the variety.",Bin 75,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2004 Bin 75 Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2004-bin-75-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2004,Lindemans
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A sadly unbalanced wine from a company that has a name for tawny Ports. With its sweetness, marred by a touch of reduction (too long in old barrels?), it has a curious sweet/sour aftertaste.",10-year old tawny,,84,Port,,,Ferreira NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ferreira
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Quite roasted and ripe up front, with a heavy burnt/toasted scent that covers up most of the fruit that might want to get out. Plump and candied on the palate, with a sweetness that seems simple and out of place. Creamy and warm on the finish, with thickness. Questionable in terms of its polish and finesse. Imported by Wine Source Selections.",Nuevo,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,BEC 2005 Nuevo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bec-2005-nuevo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,BEC
,Red,US,"Shows a nicely crisp, silky texture and ripe cherry flavors, but there's something about the tannic structure that's a little rustic. And despite low alcohol, there's a stewed taste in the finish. Drink now.",Firepeak Vineyard,23,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2003 Firepeak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2003-firepeak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Baileyana
12.5,White,Australia,"This wine will please bargain hunters who like their Chards soft and fruity. Honey, pineapple and citrus aromas usher in even more overt peach, pineapple and mango flavors. An easy quaff. Imported by Robant.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Broken Earth 2004 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broken-earth-2004-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,Broken Earth
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An easy, fresh, ripe style, with dried fruits and a perfume note that is spoiled  by the rubber character and some old wood. Anybody who stays in Portugal's pousadas, the state-run hotels, will have had this brand.",Presidential 20-year old tawny,50,84,Port,,,C. da Silva NV Presidential 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-silva-nv-presidential-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,C. da Silva
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Oreo eaters will enjoy the aromas of this wine, with its sweet, milk chocolate tastes. But apart from that it is unbalanced, too acid for real pleasure.",30-year old tawny,,84,Port,,,Casa Santa Eufemia NV 30-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-eufemia-nv-30-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Casa Santa Eufemia
13,White,Argentina,"Heavy and basic, with melon and pineapple aromas. Full-flavored with a ton of apple and cinnamon character. Made in the round, fruit-forward style. Not a complex, overly serious wine. A solid quaffer.",,9,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Portillo 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2005-sauvignon-blanc-uco-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Finca El Portillo
12.5,White,Australia,"Offers up pretty white peach and floral aromas, while the palate deals some pink grapefruit and grass notes. Not very giving flavorwise; with more acidity, it would be just the thing for oysters.",,15,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Houghton 2005 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houghton-2005-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Houghton
,Rose,France,"The Thau lake is in Herault, near Montpellier, where Hecht & Bannier also have their winery. They have made a fresh, candy explosion of a rosé, with just a touch of sweetness and open fruit.",Syrah Rosé,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Thau,,Hecht & Bannier 2005 Syrah Rosé Syrah (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Thau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2005-syrah-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-cotes-thau/,Syrah,2005,Hecht & Bannier
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Kind of reedy and covered with a veneer of wood that holds in the red cherry and raspberry aromas and flavors. Feels lean and wispy on the palate, where a bell pepper note creeps into the picture. Loses body the longer it sits.",Organic,13,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2005 Organic Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2005-organic-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2005,Domaine Jean Bousquet
14,Red,Argentina,"Dark and dense, with extracted black cherry, leather and earth aromas. Shows a ton of body and darkness but only limited flavors. Chocolate and vanilla appear on the finish, but there's also a blast of green to bring it down. Imported by North American Beverage Group.",Organic,13,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2005 Organic Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2005-organic-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2005,Domaine Jean Bousquet
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Basically a simple, creamy red; the strawberry and chocolate flavors are easy to like and not hard to get. Not as purple and lush as many, as it deals road tar, raspberry and citrus peel on the nose. Imported by Dylain Produce, LLC.",,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Big Daddy Vineyards
12.5,White,Argentina,"Not unkind aromas of bath oil and flowers set the stage for slightly pithy citrus and melon flavors. Registers as chunky in the mouth, with additional pith and a slight bitterness to the finish. Pretty good overall.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2005 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2005-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2005,Santa Julia
11.1,White,US,"Bacon, lychee and bubble gum aromas are unexpected but not wholly unpleasant, while this semi-dry Riesling is full and a bit bulky. Flavors are more normal but not overpowering, offering citrus, petrol and spice.",,13,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2004 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2004-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2004,Standing Stone
12.7,Red,US,"Half Merlot, with the rest Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Syrah, this earthy blend offers flavors of tobacco, mushroom and mixed berry. A zesty nose offers lemon and red fruit, with a touch of funk, while the wine finishes with earthy, plummy notes.",Five-O,25,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2002 Five-O Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2002-five-o-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2002,Martha Clara
12,White,US,"There's a trace of sweet jasmine-accented pink grapefruit on the finish, but this is basically a dry wine, crisp in acids and cleansing on the palate. The flowery, fruity, spicy mélange of flavors will be nice with Asian food.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2005 Gewürztraminer (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2005-gewurztraminer-central-coast-monterey/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Jekel
15.5,Red,US,"Drinks hot and thick in tannins, and despite some pretty cherry, cured leather, blackberry and coffee flavors, there's a rusticity the wine can't quite overcome. But it'll be fine with barbecue.",Evangelho Vineyard,20,84,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Jade Mountain 2004 Evangelho Vineyard Mourvèdre (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-2004-evangelho-vineyard-mourvedre-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Mourvèdre,2004,Jade Mountain
12.5,White,Australia,"Smooth in the mouth, this Chard starts off with citrus and dust aromas with a light edging of cake frosting. In the mouth, it's tauter and more austere than it usually is. Clean and not a vibrant wine, but that's a matter of preference. Imported by Pernod Ricard USA.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2005 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2005-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Jacob's Creek
11.5,White,France,"Made in a sweet, broad style, this Chablis company's venture into the Loire has yielded a soft, mouthfilling wine with aromas of wet wool and mineral backed by flavors of pear and melon.",Demi-Sec,12,84,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,J. Moreau & Fils 2004 Demi-Sec  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-2004-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2004,J. Moreau & Fils
12.5,White,France,"Opens with spice aromas that seem a bit unusual, ranging from ginger to clove and anise. In the mouth, it's medium-bodied, with flavors of stones and citrus, without much ripe fruit character.",Andlau,21,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2004 Andlau Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2004-andlau-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Marc Kreydenweiss
14.5,Red,US,"Carneros is a cool-climate source of Merlot, but the harvest was hot in 2002, and this is an exceedingly ripe wine. The blackberry and cherry flavors are tinged with the taste of raisins. There are also some hefty tannins in this dry, somewhat astringent wine.",Beckstoffer Vineyard Las Amigas Vineyard,43,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2002 Beckstoffer Vineyard Las Amigas Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2002-beckstoffer-vineyard-las-amigas-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2002,Merryvale
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Standard aromas in the berry and beet range is what you get on the nose. The body hits hard on the palate, where the fruit flavors seem rugged, juicy and a bit tangy. Settles on the finish, offering clarity in a tight, modest package. Imported by Biagio Cru & Estate Wines, LLC.",Silver Reserve,13,84,Other,Famatina Valley,,Raza 2004 Silver Reserve Syrah (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raza-2004-silver-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-famatina-valley/,Syrah,2004,Raza
13,Red,US,"Herbal flavors dominate the cherry fruit in this light- to medium bodied wine. The tannins are chalky but not green, while the aromas of barnyard, cola, vanilla and red berry suggest this wine should be drunk now.",,22,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2002 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2002-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Osprey's Dominion
14,Red,Argentina,"Typcially rustic, as are most of Weinert's wines. Tree bark, earth and cola are apparent on the saucy, traditional bouquet, while the palate is a touch raw and herbal, with tomato and oregano accenting medium-weight red fruit. For some this is the right style; for others it won't do the trick. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,22,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Weinert
13.5,White,Australia,"Deep gold in color, with nut, peach and overt floral aromas. Bright and tropical on the palate, with a soft, almost oily feel; shows its alcohol on the finish. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Bin 65,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2005 Bin 65 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2005-bin-65-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Lindemans
14,Red,Australia,"Mixed berry fruit and vanilla on the nose lead to plum fruit and tealike tannins on the palate. Not so intense on the palate, but just fine for everyday drinking. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Thomas Hyland,15,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Thomas Hyland Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-thomas-hyland-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Penfolds
13.9,White,US,"Made in a superripe style, this Chard is jammy in apricot preserves, peaches and cream and pineapple juice flavors, brightened with a nice cut of acidity. It's nice and dry with a brisk, spicy finish.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Beringer
13,White,Australia,"Made by the folks at Longview, this Sem-Sauv is cottony-soft around the edges, with a clean feel overall. Smells like green grass, pea and flowers. A good Saturday afternoon wine: Easy, uncomplicated and fresh.",,13,85,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Red Bucket 2005 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-bucket-2005-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Red Bucket
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Fairly serious for a value wine, with touches of spice, mint and dark fruit on the bouquet. The palate features solid red-fruit flavors that may be stretched thin but are good nonetheless. Snappy, upright and just solid enough. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Trapiche
14,Red,Argentina,"Aggressive and oaky, with lactic aromas as well as heavy burnt-toast notes. This is Trapiche's flagship blend of Cabernet and Malbec, and every year it seems less than up to its price. The '03 version is tart in the middle, with a ton of tannin and raw wood. Maybe it'll round into form with time in the cellar. But maybe not. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Iscay,48,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2003 Iscay Merlot-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2003-iscay-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-malbec-mendoza/,Merlot-Malbec,2003,Trapiche
12.5,White,France,"Green apple and pear fruit flavors also carry enough hints of peach and anise to impart a modicum of complexity. Off-dry, but finishes clean—a suitable companion for Chinese takeout. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Réserve,10,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2004 Réserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2004-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Pierre Sparr
14.8,Red,US,"A dry, fruity red wine from a fine appellation. It has sturdy, dusty tannins and bright blackberry and coffee flavors, and enough acidity to cut through any meats or cheeses you can find.",Angeline,14,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Martin Ray 2004 Angeline Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2004-angeline-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2004,Martin Ray
13,Red,US,"Brick red, with tight, grippy tannins, this medium-bodied wine has mild red-berry and cassis aromas touched with brown leaf. Darker blueberry shows in the mouth, backed by mineral and oak. Hard tannins take over on the finish.",Reserve,35,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2002 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2002-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Osprey's Dominion
12.5,White,Austria,"Not quite in synch, with hard, stony aromas yet a round mouthfeel. Citrus, melon and pepper aromas and flavors are solid, but finish a bit short.",Kollmütz Federspiel,15,85,Wachau,,,Machherndl 2003 Kollmütz Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/machherndl-2003-kollmutz-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau-50121/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Machherndl
13,Red,Austria,"Bold blackberry fruit is framed by notes of graham crackers or vanilla wafers. A bit crisp and lacking flesh, but showcases vibrant fruit, ending on a dry, dusty, tannic note.",Classic,12,85,Burgenland,,,Neckenmarkt 2004 Classic Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neckenmarkt-2004-classic-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2004,Neckenmarkt
13,White,Australia,"This blend of Semillon, Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay smells like lime zest. The palate offers more lime and lemon, plus a slightly spritzy feel. Imported by Southland Wines.",Classic White,15,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Fishbone 2005 Classic White White (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fishbone-2005-classic-white-western/,White Blend,2005,Fishbone
,Red,US,"Firm, tannic and earthy, this budget-priced Cabernet mixes grapes from three different AVAs—Horse Heaven Hills, Yakima Valley and Wahluke Slope. Though there are some sharp, green tannins, the juice shows no green bean or asparagus character, and there are some interesting highlights of anise and graphite.",,9,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Hogue
14.3,White,US,"This Chard has a lot of lees and oak influences. It feels overworked, especially given the high acidity and lean, citrusy fruit. Bone dry, this single-vineyard wine should work well with raw shellfish.",Savoy Vineyard,35,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Barnett 2004 Savoy Vineyard Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2004-savoy-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Barnett
12,White,France,"Minty, herbal notes mark the nose, layered over a base of apples and minerals. Lean and a bit ungenerous at first, the herbal, stony, stridently citrusy flavors open up in time to show a touch of honey on the finish.",Grand Cru Muenchberg,21,85,Alsace,Alsace,,W. Gisselbrecht 2002 Grand Cru Muenchberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-gisselbrecht-2002-grand-cru-muenchberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,W. Gisselbrecht
12,White,Argentina,"Clean, light and fresh; it's the perfect white wine for a picnic. Lithe, lucid flavors of tangerine and pink grapefruit are sweet and ripe, and worthwhile. The stony, citric tail is good, too.",Organic,10,85,Other,Famatina Valley,,Pircas Negras 2005 Organic Torrontés (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pircas-negras-2005-organic-torrontes-famatina-valley/,Torrontés,2005,Pircas Negras
13.5,White,Argentina,"The label says fumé and the nose leaves no doubt that the wine was barrel aged because cinnamon and toast are all over it. Yet the flavor profile is rather tangy, with mango and apple leading the way. Holds form on the finish. Not a common style for Sauvignon Blanc.",Ciclos,25,85,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2004 Ciclos Sauvignon Blanc (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2004-ciclos-sauvignon-blanc-cafayate/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Michel Torino
13.7,Red,Argentina,"Black cherry mixes with raisin on the dark, meaty nose. Additional black cherry and plum flavors are thick and a bit prune-based, but if you enjoy ripeness you'll like the style. Bitter chocolate and toast carry the finish. Imported by Wine Source Selections.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,1919 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1919-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,1919
11.5,White,Australia,"Has a nice intensity of flavor—lemon, peach and pineapple, mostly—and wide, fragrant lemon and mineral aromas. Does it taste like you'd expect Riesling to taste? Maybe not. But if this zesty but soft-around-the-edges wine turns more people on to the variety, let it flow. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",,5,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2005 Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2005-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2005,Banrock Station
12.9,White,US,"85 Linden 2001 Hardscrabble Chardonnay (Virginia); $22. Not afraid of using oak, Linden's Hardscrabble, named after the site in the Blue Ridge Mountains, has toasty vanilla and popcorn aromas that translate to buttery oak in the mouth. It's backed by nice tropical fruit, but the wine's body doesn't quite size up.",Hardscrabble,22,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 2001 Hardscrabble Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-2001-hardscrabble-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2001,Linden
14,Red,Argentina,"Why this vintage is so much more monotone and raisiny than the lovely '02 is anyone's guess. However, that's the case. The nose starts out with game and bacon but it shifts to raisin and prune with airing. The palate, meanwhile, is also lively at first and then goes raisiny. Very dark but it settles on a single plane and then stays there. Tannic as well. Imported by Testa Wines of the World.",Gala 2,37,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luigi Bosca 2003 Gala 2 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2003-gala-2-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Luigi Bosca
13.5,Red,Argentina,"An Argentinean Tannat that strikes a lot of good chords. The nose is full of blackberry and prune, while the palate seems racy courtesy of core acidity that can't be shaken. Good for those eager to expand their wine horizons. It's both dark and jumpy.",Reserva,10,85,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2003 Reserva Tannat (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2003-reserva-other-red-tannat-san-juan/,Tannat,2003,Finca Las Moras
14,Red,Australia,"I've liked other Taltarni wines more than this, and many a fan will surely find this score stingy. If lifted berry fruit couched in maple syrup notes and soft tannins gets you going, this is right on the mark. This reviewer prefers more acid, and less  sweetness. Imported by Clos Du Val Wine.",,35,85,Victoria,Heathcote,,Taltarni 2004 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2004,Taltarni
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"It is the harshness, with unbalanced spirit, that mars what is otherwise a mature, dry style with good burned caramel flavors.",20-year old tawny,50,85,Port,,,Sandeman NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandeman-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Sandeman
14,White,Australia,"Very fragrant and tropical on the nose. In the mouth, this Chard offers the same pear, banana and other tropical fruits spread broadly across the palate. Its texture is a little thick, but at this price, this wine more than does its job. Imported by Freixenet USA.",,9,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Deakin Estate 2005 Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deakin-estate-2005-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2005,Deakin Estate
13.5,White,Australia,Made by the Davey family—the folks who make Shingleback—this Semillon-Chardonnay blend is a fun wine. On the palate it has a slight viscous quality and a soft feel; flavors are rooted in the honeysuckle and mango camp. Just the thing for summer. In screwcap. Imported by Precept Brands.,White,10,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Screwed 2005 White Semillon-Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screwed-2005-white-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2005,Screwed
13,Red,Argentina,"Not sure why this 1999 would still be on the market as a current release, but at the very least it shows that Malbec ages fairly well. The nose is still largely fresh, while the red fruit flavors fall into the raspberry, plum and cassis category. Not terribly lush but solid. Imported by The Wandering Epicurean.",Reserve,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas de Chacras 1999 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-chacras-1999-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Cavas de Chacras
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is very burnt, offering concentrated old fruit flavors and tasting very mature, straight from the barrel. There's some bitterness, but the main impression is of very old wine. Imported by T. Edward Wines Ltd.",40-year old tawny,,85,Port,,,Casa Santa Eufemia NV 40-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-eufemia-nv-40-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Casa Santa Eufemia
14,Red,Argentina,"Smooth and lifted, with bold berry aromas backed by strong lemony oak. Plum and boysenberry form a solid foundation, and off that you get texture and chocolate. Tight, tannic and with far more good qualities than bad. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Reserva,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tamarí 2004 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2004-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Tamarí
15.1,Red,US,"This particular wine is rather heavy and thick in malted cherry, mocha and cassis flavors, with a syrupy mouthfeel. What it needs is refinement and elegance.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,45,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Waltzing Bear 2003 Solomon Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waltzing-bear-2003-solomon-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Waltzing Bear
13,White,US,"A dry, Alsatian-style Riesling with aromas of petrol, meat and a hint of fruit. Despite its dryness the wine comes across as oily, with spicy, minerally flavors, including petrol. Not for fruit seekers, but should impress those looking for mineral-laden wines.",Reserve,25,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2002 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2002-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Heron Hill
13,Red,US,"Still a dark red, this wine is starting to show some age with dried spice-dominated aromas of cola and funk. Light- to medium-bodied, with moderate tannins and acidity just shy of sharp, the flavors consist of mixed berries, tobacco, eucalyptus and mushrooms, finishing with herbs. Drink now and over the next few years.",Flight,35,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2001 Flight Meritage (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2001-flight-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-long-island-north-fork/,Meritage,2001,Osprey's Dominion
13,White,France,"Solid, mainstream Riesling, combining apple and citrus aromas and flavors in a medium-bodied format. Tangerines and limes accent green apples in this simple, fresh wine.",Cuvée Henri,25,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2004 Cuvée Henri Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2004-cuvee-henri-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Lucien Albrecht
13,Red,Argentina,"Bright and open, and for the most part everything about this easygoing red is pleasant. Tasty plum and raspberry flavors are simple but ripe, while the overall expression is balanced and measured. Finishes with some sweet chocolate and vanilla for good measure.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Cabra Montes 2004 Merlot (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabra-montes-2004-merlot-agrelo/,Merlot,2004,Cabra Montes
13,White,France,"Peppery and gingery on the nose, followed by flavors of pear and melon. This is a broad, sweet, low-acid Gewürztraminer, that's pleasant enough but doesn't show enough concentration or length to rise above good.",Roemerberg,20,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Barth René 2003 Roemerberg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barth-rene-2003-roemerberg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2003,Barth René
9,Dessert,US,"There is plenty of sweet fruit, honey, golden raisin, and spearmint in this wine, but bubblegum cheapens it a trifle. Acidity keeps the feel lively, while on a whole the experience is positive and the flavors quite good.",Delaware Dolce,20,85,America,,,Alba NV Delaware Dolce White (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alba-nv-delaware-dolce-white-america/,White Blend,,Alba
13,White,France,"Attractively priced for a grand cru wine, but not better than some producers' blended wines. A whiff of diesel adds nuance to the baked-apple aromas, then spice and apple flavors take over on the palate. Sounds good up to then, but the finish strikes a discordant note, adding chalky, almost bitter, flavors.",Grand Cru Rosacker,22,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2002 Grand Cru Rosacker Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2002-grand-cru-rosacker-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Cave de Ribeauvillé
12.5,Red,Italy,"Where Vino Nobile grapes that don't make the cut for the Riserva go, as the estate doesn't produce a regular Vino Nobile, just a riserva. This perennial Best Buy combines crunchy, fresh cherry fruit with hints of caramel, coffee and chocolate. It's a cheerful wine that should win Tuscany plenty of fans, at a great price.",Dogajolo,10,85,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Carpineto 2004 Dogajolo Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2004-dogajolo-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,2004,Carpineto
13.5,White,Australia,"Very fragrant meat and hickory notes waft from the nose. Palate offers yellow peach and pear flavors, but a flat, dull feel. Weighty, rather than nimble, as a SB should be.",Western Branch,20,85,South Australia,Lenswood,,Golding 2005 Western Branch Sauvignon Blanc (Lenswood),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golding-2005-western-branch-sauvignon-blanc-lenswood/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Golding
11.5,White,Austria,"Light and fresh, but seems to lack a bit of intensity, offering modest melon and white pepper flavors. Finishes a bit short.",Loibner Federspiel,22,85,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2004 Loibner Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2004-loibner-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Emmerich Knoll
14.5,Red,US,"Ripe, full-bodied and dry, this Cabernet has tons of forward fruit flavor wrapped in heavy tannins, but the acidity is low, and the wine feels soft. It's a bit one-dimensional, but elegant enough. Drink now.",Starmont,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2002 Starmont Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2002-starmont-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Merryvale
12,White,France,"Opens with a blast of zesty lemon-lime fruit, then turns slightly sweet in the mouth, with the flavors moving toward ripe or maybe even baked apples. Finshes soft, with a hint of cinnamon.",Mambourg Grand Cru,27,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Barth René 2003 Mambourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barth-rene-2003-mambourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Barth René
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A well-balanced, simple wine, with pleasant rich fruit and refreshing acidity. This tastes younger than a 20-year-old, but is still attractive enough.",20-year old tawny,42,85,Port,,,Barros NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Barros
13,White,US,"A crisp, ripe wine, rich in spearmint, lemon and lime, fig, melon and white peach flavors, with a refreshing streak of grassy tang. Nice for an apéritif on a warm summer day.",L'Artiste,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Pecota 2005 L'Artiste Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-pecota-2005-lartiste-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Robert Pecota
13.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend has a touch of horse and earth on the nose. It shows some of the ripeness possible in Virginia with rich flavors of blueberry, cassis and heavy oak that's suited to this full-bodied wine. Sweet fruit mellows the smooth tannins, while acidity shows through on the finish.",Hardscrabble,32,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 2001 Hardscrabble Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-2001-hardscrabble-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Linden
13.5,White,France,"Fairly dry as Alsace Gewürz goes these days, with a leaner, tighter mouthfeel and less flamboyant aromas than many. Pear and melon flavors finish with a peppery edge.",Kritt,27,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2004 Kritt Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2004-kritt-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Marc Kreydenweiss
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dry, fruity wine, burnt with acidity and somewhat unbalanced spirit. It's firm, dry, but rather dull.",10-year old tawny,,85,Port,,,Quarles Harris NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quarles-harris-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quarles Harris
,White,France,"A soft, ripe wine that has almond and herb flavors, a touch of toast and easy acidity. It's fresh, clean and ready to drink now. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Les Pierrefeux,26,85,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Langlois-Chateau 2004 Les Pierrefeux  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-2004-pierrefeux-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Langlois-Chateau
12,White,France,"A plump, medium-bodied white with ripe pear and melon aromas, this is standard fare among Alsace Pinot Blancs. Crisp pear and citrus flavors pick up a hint of anise on the finish. A simple quaffer destined for weeknight dinners at the corner bistro. Imported by Cellar Door Selections.",,12,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2004 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2004-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Willm
12.5,White,France,"Intriguing—but strange—stuff, with herbal-grassy aromas and a smoky note, then more weird herbal notes on the palate, including dill and pine resin. Seems a touch sweet, then turns drying on the finish. An adventure in biodynamic winemaking.",La Dame Wiebelsberg Grand Cru,38,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2003 La Dame Wiebelsberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2003-dame-wiebelsberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Marc Kreydenweiss
,White,France,"An open, full wine from Jean-Claude Dagueneau. It has good, soft fruits,  attractive acidity and a touch of almond. Drink now. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,24,85,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine des Berthiers 2004  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthiers-2004-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine des Berthiers
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This independent company has a reputation for its aged tawnies. This 10-Year Oldis in the sweet style, but it has a fine freshness, as well as flavors of figs and firm, structured fruit at its core.",10-year old tawny,20,86,Port,,,Poças NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-58248/,Port,,Poças
13.5,White,Australia,"From vineyards 600 meters above sea level comes a Chard with white peach and mineral notes at its core. On the nose, they're dressed up in a subtle dose of burnt sugar; on the palate, they're backed up with vanilla and floral notes. Soft and even a little oily in feel. 20,000 cases produced. Imported by Cumulus Wines Inc.",,13,86,Australia Other,Central Ranges,,Rolling 2005 Chardonnay (Central Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rolling-2005-chardonnay-central-ranges/,Chardonnay,2005,Rolling
,Red,US,"The 2003 version wowed our tasting panel last year, and this edition is a worthy follow-up, featuring a lovely nose of raspberry and stone fruits. Creamy and smooth in the mouth, with red berry and vanilla flavors, it's not all that complex, but satisfying nonetheless.",San Bernabe Vineyard,12,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Night Owl 2004 San Bernabe Vineyard Shiraz (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/night-owl-2004-san-bernabe-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast-monterey/,Shiraz,2004,Night Owl
14,Red,Argentina,"Open, friendly aromas of black cherry, sugar beet, violets and talcum powder start this wine on a nice, simple, satisfying path. Tastes of blueberry, cherry and pretty much all the berry and tree fruits you can think of. Ripe and sweet on the finish. By the book. Imported by Stanza.",,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Retiro 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-retiro-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Finca El Retiro
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are dark but delicate, and quite nice: clay, ink, charcoal. This is clearly a wine with promise, judging by its texture and tannins, yet this bottling just isn't singing for me. The midpalate wants more stuffing, and the fruit tastes not quite ripe. Keep your eyes on this wine in coming vintages, though. 8,000 cases produced. Imported by Partner's Wine Marketing Group.",,13,86,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-frankland-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Ferngrove
12.1,White,France,"Made in a slightly austere style, with steely, minerally notes on the nose and modest citrus (bergamot) flavors in the mouth. Mildly tart on the finish; this really needs food to shine. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Les Princes Abbés,18,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2003 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2003-les-princes-abbes-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2003,Domaines Schlumberger
,Rose,Italy,"Dark-fruited, but shows some slightly vegetal, green-peppery overtones. In the hot summer, one wonders whether the skins/seeds ripened before sugar levels pushed the limits. Big and round in the mouth, with recurring capsicum notes on the thick, tannic finish.",Farnito,30,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Carpineto 2000 Farnito Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2000-farnito-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Carpineto
14,Red,Australia,"A Bordeaux blend (plus 28% Shiraz, that is) with pretty blackberry and blueberry fruit flavors. Has earthy aromas, with an edge of Sweet Tart. Not a deep wine, but just fine for everyday consumption. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Fifth Leg,12,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Devil's Lair 2004 Fifth Leg Red (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/devils-lair-2004-fifth-leg-red-western/,Red Blend,2004,Devil's Lair
,White,US,"Planted as a bit of a fluke—the only vines available to plant the last 40 acres were Viognier—but the results have been just fine. The wine is a bit floral and peppery, like nasturtium blossoms, rounded out with ample pear and peach fruit. Low acidity and a hint of sweetness mark the finish.",,13,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clay Station 2004 Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clay-station-2004-viognier-lodi-62002/,Viognier,2004,Clay Station
15.6,Red,US,"This tastes riper and hotter than the winery's other Pinots I tasted, almost to the point of raisins and stewed prunes. The vintage was very difficult, with stupendous heat waves that challenged both growers and vintners. The wine does its best, but can't quite overcome the ill effects of the heat.",Melville,64,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Melville Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-melville-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Brewer-Clifton
14.5,Red,Australia,"Meaty aromas make way for a red blend that's light in the mouth with a nice, chalky-rocky grab on the midpalate. Simple and quaffable; reminiscent of a basic Côtes-du-Rhône in size and style. Imported by Canandaigua Wine Co.",,15,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Houghton 2004 Red (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houghton-2004-red-western/,Red Blend,2004,Houghton
,White,France,"Well known as a Saumur-based producer of Cremant de Loire, this winery, owned by Bollinger Champagne, also makes this soft, flowery Sancerre. It is ripe and fresh, with layers of citrus fruits and some full, mouthwatering acidity. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Chateau de Fontaine-Audon Terroir Silex,25,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Langlois-Chateau 2004 Chateau de Fontaine-Audon Terroir Silex  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-2004-fontaine-audon-terroir-silex-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Langlois-Chateau
11.5,White,Australia,"This Sauvignon Blanc boasts lively acidity, and flavors of citrus peel and white pepper. Has a tiny bit of spritz on the palate, followed up by nectarine flavors on the finish.",Y Series,11,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2005 Y Series Sauvignon Blanc (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2005-series-sauvignon-blanc-south/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Yalumba
13.5,White,Australia,"This is a lighter-style Chard that's pleasing and easy to drink. Light nut, floral and white stone fruit aromas lead to a palate that's full of chalk and almond-like flavors, finally finishing with some pear. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Yellow Label,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2005 Yellow Label Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2005-yellow-label-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2005,Wolf Blass
11,White,Australia,"An accessibly styled Riesling, by which I mean that the mouthfeel is a little rounder and acidity is a little lower than it could be. Has fragrant lime and pink grapefruit notes on the nose, with plenty more lime and dust on the palate. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,17,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2004 Riesling (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2004-riesling-western/,Riesling,2004,West Cape Howe
13,Red,US,"Foch, a hybrid known in France as Marécahl Foch, makes up the bulk of this wine, with Cab Sauv (30%) and Petit Verdot (5%) supporting. Smooth, with high acid, soft tannins and a hint of sweetness. Tart plummy fruit characterizes the wine; there is also aromas of pastry and lemon meringue. The finish is mouthwatering, with good fruit, vanilla and crisp acids.",Heritage,25,86,New Jersey,New Jersey,,Alba 2003 Heritage Red (New Jersey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alba-2003-heritage-red-new-jersey/,Red Blend,2003,Alba
13.5,White,Australia,"This is an approachable, easy Chardonnay that won't break the bank. It offers light hay, cream and spice aromas that usher in peach and citrus flavors on the palate. Soft around the edges, with a wiry core. 5,000 cases produced. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,7,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kilda 2005 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilda-2005-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Kilda
,Red,US,"Hogue's wines have been spotty of late, and the constant change in label design makes the wines difficult to track on the shelf. But this latest Merlot shows a marked improvement over recent vintages, a hopeful sign that this important producer is back on track. It's got a nice, soft entry, with black cherry candy dominating the palate. There's a slightly burnt, raisiny flavor running through the finish, as if the grapes were a bit roasted, but the tannins are smooth and for the price it drinks well and delivers an extra dollop of intensity.",,9,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Hogue
11.5,White,Austria,"Shows a grassy, almost fumé character to its aromas, then offers up tart grapefruit and unyielding minerally notes on the palate. Tart and crisp; very clean and refreshing on the finish.",Classic,16,86,Steiermark,,,Strauss 2004 Classic Sauvignon Blanc (Steiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strauss-2004-classic-sauvignon-blanc-steiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Strauss
14.5,Red,Australia,"Meaty, mushroomy aromas lead to berry-basket flavors with a tart edge. Smoky, toasty oak adds some dimension to this drink-now red. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,10,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Silverwing 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverwing-2005-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2005,Silverwing
14,Red,Australia,"Penetrating eucalyptus aromas largely obscure the sweet berry fruit underneath. Berries rule the palate, too, which has soft tannins and tangy, tea-oak notes on the back. Imported by Bluewater Wine Co.",The Benefit,,86,South Australia,Southern Flinders Ranges,,Tim Adams 2004 The Benefit Shiraz (Southern Flinders Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tim-adams-2004-benefit-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-southern-flinders-ranges/,Shiraz,2004,Tim Adams
13,White,Austria,"Creamy-textured and more rounded than you might expect from a Grüner Veltliner, but mouthfilling and tasty. Hints of honey and melon are accented by ripe citrus, finally ending on a tangerine note.",Hintaus Kabinett,16,86,Kamptal,,,Schuberth 2003 Hintaus Kabinett Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schuberth-2003-hintaus-kabinett-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Schuberth
8.5,Dessert,Argentina,"Floral as always, with pineapple and lemon aromas. Lemon-lime is the lead player on the palate, with freshness present throughout. Has good feel and balance but limited depth of flavor and almost no complexity. An easy drinker.",Tardío,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2004 Tardío Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2004-tardio-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2004,Santa Julia
14.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas start sweet, then grow tomatoey and earthy with air. The palate offers lifted berry and cherry fruit countered by an herbal, almost sour, greenness that lasts through the finish. It's a well-made wine with a smooth, chalky feel, but its flavors are not all that harmonious. Imported by Old Bridge Cellars.",The Coppermine Road,65,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2003 The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2003-coppermine-road-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,D'Arenberg
13.6,Red,US,"Shows its age with its dearth of extract and rusting at the rim. This Bordeaux-style blend has some brett qualities that this reviewer found added character. The wine has an almost creamy feel and moderate tannins, with cassis and blueberry, touched with wet tobacco in the mouth. Finishes with a metallic note.",Merican,40,86,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2001 Merican Red (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2001-merican-red-pennsylvania/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Chaddsford
,White,France,"This is a classic, fresh, straightforward, instantly enjoyable Sauvignon. It has crisp acidity, flavors of green peas and just enough structure to allow it to age for another year. But it's great now, a delicious summer wine. Imported by Kobrand.",Les Tuilières,24,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Michel Redde et Fils 2004 Les Tuilières  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-redde-fils-2004-tuilieres-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Michel Redde et Fils
10.5,Dessert,Canada,"Cab Franc icewines have some reddish color, this one looking a brownish-red. Cran-apple on the nose, the flavors are not traditional for an icewine, with cranberry and apple hinting at bubblegum sweetness. But the structure is, with acidity wrapping the medium-full body.",Icewine,100,86,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Inniskillin 2004 Icewine Cabernet Franc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inniskillin-2004-icewine-cabernet-franc-niagara-peninsula/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Inniskillin
14,White,France,"A blend of Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Blanc, this wine poses omething of a challenge to the reviewer. The aromas are slightly oxidative, the alcohol levels elevated and yet the wine lacks lushness to balance it's large frame. Instead, hard, crystalline flavors power the palate, leaving the impression of a multifaceted rock. Seems to have stuff worthy of more introspection and intellectual curiosity than our blind-tasting format allows; not a hedonistic bomb by any measure.",Mambourg Grand Cru,95,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2002 Mambourg Grand Cru White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2002-mambourg-grand-cru-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2002,Domaine Marcel Deiss
14.7,Red,US,"From a St. Helena vineyard on the Silverado Trail, a ripe, somewhat rustic Cab that's powerful in cassis and chocolate flavors. It's a bit soft. Might pull together in a year or two.",Estate,94,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Château Boswell 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-boswell-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Château Boswell
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Purple and large, and that makes it easy to peg as young. With so much color and extract the palate can only be big, and it's holding rich, almost syrupy blackberry flavors that are mountainous but unrefined. Imported by William Harrison Imports.",Reserve,17,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Antis 2004 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antis-2004-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Antis
13,White,US,"Despite its “dry” label, this Riesling has a touch of sweetness. A Gewürz-like nose of spicy lychee and rose petal dominates, with some aromatic mint notes. In the mouth, the fruit is more generic and candied, but has nice hints of mineral. Finishes with spice and citrus pith.",Dry,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2005 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2005-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2005,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
13,White,Australia,"This Chard relies heavily on oak to get its message across. It's gold in color, with aromas of butterscotch and pickling spice. Hefty wood and a lactic notecoats firm yellow peach fruit on the palate. Has a nice mouthfeel, though—it's the texture of smooth river rocks. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,18,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2003 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2003-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2003,West Cape Howe
,Red,US,"Heady, briary aromas meld easily into flavors of mixed berries, while herbal notes add interest. Supple tannins on the finish make this one to drink now.",Old Vine,11,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Gnarly Head 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2004,Gnarly Head
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With French winemaker Jean-Hugues Gros (who used to work in Burgundy with Jacques Prieur) in charge, Heredias  is producing both table wines and Ports. This 10-Year Oldis sweet, fresh, with caramel flavors, leavened with fresh acidity in the aftertaste.",10-year old tawny,28,86,Port,,,Quinta das Heredias NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-heredias-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta das Heredias
,White,US,"Showing the high, brisk acidity this region is known for, this dry wine has modest peach and pineapple flavors and some smoky oak. Feels like sur lie aging played a part too, to judge by the creaminess. This pleasant sipper gains complexity as it warms in the glass.",Wolff Vineyard,17,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Mount Eden Vineyards 2003 Wolff Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2003-wolff-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Mount Eden Vineyards
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very sweet style, with flavors of Hershey bars, figs, vanilla and caramel. Rather out of balance.",10-year old tawny,26,86,Port,,,Offley NV 10-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-nv-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Offley
13,White,Austria,"My reactions to the various 2004s in the Prager lineup were a bit mixed, and this bottling was no exception. It possesses a light mouthfeel that hints at oiliness appropriate to a smaragd designation, but the flavors seem a bit sour and slightly underripe, ranging from quince to gooseberry and finishing with a tart edge.",Weitenberg Smaragd,36,86,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Weitenberg Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-weitenberg-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Prager
12.5,Red,US,"Built for aging, this Merlot-dominant wine, with 10% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot, has big, smooth tannins that deserve more time to develop. The full, dark mouthfeel delivers flavors of dark berry and green bramble, but the nose offers plummy graham cracker, cassis and clove. This may be a good wine to lay down for five years.",La Fontana,20,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Raphael 2002 La Fontana Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raphael-2002-fontana-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Raphael
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Easy, light and mildly candied, with pure cherry and berry aromas. Cherry and raspberry flavors are ripe and open, with good balance. Not the deepest, most dense wine on the market but classy and solid. Good for the money. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Organica,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2005 Organica Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2005-organica-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Santa Julia
,White,US,"Rich in lemon and lime, fig, melon and apricot flavors and fruity-sweet, but balanced with crisp acidity. Has an upscale creaminess that lifts it above the ordinary.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Rusack 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Rusack
12.5,White,Argentina,"This is an active, zesty Torrontès, which is the best way to find it. Grapefruit and fresh celery are intertwined on the nose, while fresh apple and citrus fruits work the palate. Totally clean and easy.",Silver Reserve,13,86,Other,Famatina Valley,,Raza 2004 Silver Reserve Torrontés (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raza-2004-silver-reserve-torrontes-famatina-valley/,Torrontés,2004,Raza
14.7,Red,Australia,"Has aromas of licorice, cola and briar, with much of the same being echoed on the palate. Moderately sized, and not too intense. 1,000 cases produced. Imported by The Country Vintner.",Black Crow,21,86,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Longview 2004 Black Crow Nebbiolo (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longview-2004-black-crow-nebbiolo-adelaide-hills/,Nebbiolo,2004,Longview
13,White,Australia,"Nutty, peachy aromas; similar flavors, plus flashes of white pepper, come through on the palate. Wide and soft but not full, easy but not profound. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Hill of Gold,13,86,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 2004 Hill of Gold Chardonnay (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2004-hill-gold-chardonnay-mudgee/,Chardonnay,2004,Rosemount
13.2,Red,US,"This wine has a stalky quality to the dark berry flavors, while the barrels impart a eucalyptus quality and aromas of spearmint. Hints of rhubarb poke through, but the overall impression is positive, with moderate tannins and acidity.",Barrel Reserve,24,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2002 Barrel Reserve Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2002-barrel-reserve-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Sheldrake Point
12,White,Austria,"Prager seemed to be a little inconsistent in 2004, or maybe I just had trouble understanding all of the wines. This one offers plenty of volume, combining passion fruit and pepper in a bold, loud cacophony that I didn't find find very harmonious. Bright and tangy on the finish.",Hinter Der Burg Federspiel,22,86,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Hinter Der Burg Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-hinter-der-burg-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Prager
,White,France,"This Pouilly-sur-Loire-based producer also has these Sancerre vineyards in Thauvenay. With just a touch of honey aromas, this is an immediately attractive wine that shows softness and freshness rather than weight. It is very pure, open and ready to drink. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Thauvenay,20,85,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine Masson-Blondelet 2004 Thauvenay  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-masson-blondelet-2004-thauvenay-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Domaine Masson-Blondelet
14,Red,Italy,"A must-try blend of two indigenous grapes, Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio. Red cherry and plum is backed by delicate almond-paste, licorice and toast notes. Has a solid structure with drying tannins over a long finish, thanks to steel fermentation and 18 months of aging in French oak. A very unique and special wine, and a standard-bearer among Sicilian indigenous varieties. Imported by Vino Bravo.",Serra della Contessa,38,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2000 Serra della Contessa  (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2000-serra-della-contessa-red-etna/,Red Blend,2000,Benanti
14.5,Red,US,"From a new winery that uses estate grapes that fall outside of any appellation besides the countywide one, this big, dry Syrah is very appealing. It's Northern Rhône in style, with cherry and blackberry flavors laced with leather and herb  otes, and the tannins are sizable. This is a wine to watch. Drink now through 2007.",,48,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bugay 2003 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bugay-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2003,Bugay
,White,Portugal,"Wood and Vinho Verde don't mix, say the pundits. They can, if the wood is handled as sensitively as it is here. The toast is there, but its job is to enhance and enlarge the dense, intense green fruit flavors. A fine white wine that's creamy and delicious. Imported by European Cellars.",Escolha,25,92,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta do Ameal 2003 Escolha Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ameal-2003-escolha-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2003,Quinta do Ameal
13.5,Red,US,"This is a wine that may get lost in a blind tasting because it's restrained and balanced. Fruit bombs will overwhelm it, but with great food, at the table, its simple, dry elegance and refreshingly crisp acidity will support, not overwhelm, steak, lamb, duck or other rich fare.",,22,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2003 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2003-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2003,Schug
15,Red,Italy,"The intense spiciness of this wine cannot be exaggerated: Indian spice, nutmeg, cinnamon, cigar and toasted nuts appear full and thick on the nose and preface a dark, concentrated wine that leaves a velvety coating in the mouth.",,43,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2003 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2003-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2003,Planeta
14,Red,Italy,"Here's a toasty and earthy wine that is given more dimension thanks to lush notes of vanilla, blackberry, leather and pipe tobacco. The finish rides long over spicy notes and the tannins are tight and dusty. Imported by Vias Imports.",Ceuso,41,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Ceuso 2001 Ceuso Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceuso-2001-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2001,Ceuso
13.5,Red,Italy,"Espresso rinds, leather, black soil, pencil shavings and blackberry are firmly etched on the nose; the wine has a pretty, dusty finish that  reflects toasted highlights. Imported by Vino Bravo.",Rosso di Verzella,15,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2001 Rosso di Verzella  (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2001-rosso-verzella-red-etna/,Red Blend,2001,Benanti
14,Red,South Africa,"More Rhône varietals are making it to the U.S. from South Africa, and for good reason. This Mourvèdre showcases plenty of ripe, plummy fruit in the nose and mouth, with additional aromas of mineral and lemon. Plenty of tannins back the full, lush mouthfeel. A bit of warmth shows on the chocolaty finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,18,89,Swartland,,,Spice Route 2004 Mourvèdre (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-2004-mourvedre-swartland/,Mourvèdre,2004,Spice Route
13.9,Red,South Africa,"Despite straightforward flavors of purple berry fruit and vanilla, this wine's nose speaks volumes, with rich dark fruit and chocolate in addition to the plum and vanilla. Smooth and full in the mouth, with good balancing acidity, this wine will drink well over the next 5 years. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Redhill,30,89,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2003 Redhill Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2003-redhill-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2003,Simonsig
8,White,Germany,"Still in need of cellaring or decanting to rid itself of some sulfury scents, but underneath that are some strident lime and green apple notes struggling to emerge. But have no doubt they will, blossoming into a wine that's crisp and light without lacking in intensity or flavor. Even now, it's long and racy on the finish.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett,18,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2004 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2004-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,St. Urbans-Hof
,White,Portugal,"This is a 100% Alvarinho, perfumed with hints of honey and melon. It is a ripe, intense wine, dry but rich, showing a lemon tea character, a touch of spritz and fresh, dry finish. Imported by Evaton, Inc.",Morgadio da Torre,12,89,Vinho Verde,,,Sogrape 2004 Morgadio da Torre Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2004-morgadio-torre-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2004,Sogrape
,White,Portugal,"A 100% Alvarinho from this small, 34-acre estate near Monsão. This is a delicious, fresh wine, with great piercing acidity and bright pink grapefruit flavors. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",,13,89,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta da Pedra 2005 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pedra-2005-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2005,Quinta da Pedra
,White,Portugal,"This blend of Alvarinho and Trajadura comes from the former vineyard of a local nobleman. It is a great, ripe wine, packed with tropical fruits, only very slightly off-dry because of its richness. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Varanda do Conde,10,89,Vinho Verde,,,Provam 2005 Varanda do Conde White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provam-2005-varanda-conde-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Provam
9.5,White,Germany,"Textbook Saar kabinett, still wearing a some youthful leesy accents on the nose, but crisp and pure on the palate. Citrus and green apple aromas broaden ever so slightly into melon and pear flavors in the mouth, then return to crystal clear focus on the finish.",Ayler Kupp Kabinett,15,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Rudolf Eilenz 2004 Ayler Kupp Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudolf-eilenz-2004-ayler-kupp-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Rudolf Eilenz
,Red,Portugal,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Touriga Nacional, so called because producer Paulo Cunha and US importer Robert Kacher felt the Cabernet was new world in its contribution, while the Touriga was firmly in the old world. Very ripe and juicy, this wine is full of black fresh fruits, just underlined by a touch of dry tannin. There is an openness as well as a dry aftertaste.",Two Worlds,16,89,Ribatejano,,,Pinhal da Torre 2003 Two Worlds Red (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinhal-torre-2003-two-worlds-red-ribatejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Pinhal da Torre
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Oak is a key player in this wine, caressing purple-fruit aromas with vanilla and spice. Full-bodied and vibrant in the mouth, with moderate acid and tannins, the oak lends a hint of spice to young plum and sour cherry flavors. A warm, smoky finish of lemon-rubbed leather lingers on the palate. Will improve over two years. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",Roland's Reserve,22,88,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2003 Roland's Reserve Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2003-rolands-reserve-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,2003,Seidelberg
14.5,Red,South Africa,"From Charles Back comes another play on a Rhône wine, although this has Grenache and Carignan in addition to the Shiraz and Viognier. A tight nose of ripe, red fruit leads to a jammy, plum-filled palate layered with chocolate, oak spice and vanilla. Rich and dark, with a round mouthfeel, it finishes with spice and a little warmth. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Goat-Roti,18,88,Western Cape,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2003 Goat-Roti Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2003-goat-roti-red-western-cape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Goats do Roam Wine Co.
13,Red,Italy,"The most likeable aspect of this wine is how faithfully it mirrors the land it comes from. In the spring, Sicily is blanketed with wild fennel and if you pay close attention you'll smell it on the nose of this Nero d'Avola, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blend. That dill-herbal touch translates over to the mouth with pine and resin flavors; there's both the softness of the Merlot and the muscle of the Cabernet. Imported by Vin Divino.",Noé,28,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2004 Noé Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2004-noe-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Cusumano
13,White,Chile,"Smooth, with a pleasant aromatic opening of toast blended with white fruits. Round apple, papaya and banana work the palate, which shows perfect acidity and an even keel. Tropical as a whole, with commendable texture. Imported by Winery Exchange.",,10,88,Central Valley,,,Origin 2004 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2004-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Origin
14,Red,Italy,"This wine boasts a mature, dark edge with resin, cigar box and smoked tones over ripe blackberry and cherry. But in the mouth there is a refreshing blast of menthol and almond paste backed by well-integrated acidity that leaves the palate crystal clean.",Deliella,30,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2001 Deliella Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2001-deliella-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2001,Feudo Principi di Butera
13.5,Red,Italy,Bravo to Feudo Arancio for producing a Nero d'Avola of this caliber at such an attractive price point. Its nose is rich with floral and rose-like notes backed by blueberry and vanilla. The structure is firm and the tannins give backbone. It's informal but refined at the same time. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.,,8,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2004 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2004-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Feudo Arancio
13.5,White,Italy,"This  exemplifies a more evolved style with vanilla, butter, exotic fruit, almond skin, lavender and a flatter, broader nose than most. It's three dimensional, toasted and creamy in the mouth. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",Bianca di Valguarnera,40,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2002 Bianca di Valguarnera Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2002-bianca-valguarnera-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2002,Duca di Salaparuta
14,White,Italy,"The color and bouquet alone denote an elaborate winemaking style with generous vanilla, pineapple, peach and melted butter on the nose. It's fleshy and creamy in the mouth with satisfying length. This is a 50-50 Ansonica-Chardonnay blend that sees oak. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Chiarandà,36,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Contessa Entellina,,Donnafugata 2004 Chiarandà  (Contessa Entellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2004-chiaranda-white-contessa-entellina/,White Blend,2004,Donnafugata
13.5,White,Chile,"Very good in the value vein, with light but balanced aromatics that show tropical fruit offset by honey and vanilla. The palate is ripe and on edge, with melon, pear and a hint of banana. Nice from start to finish. A very good buy. Imported by Sovereign Wine Imports.",Reserva,9,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Calina 2003 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2003-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Calina
14.3,Red,Chile,"Bold and full of berry and plum aromas. The palate is a touch short of refined but it features nice cherry, cassis and blackberry flavors. Plush in the mouth and on the finish, with tannins to spare. At its center it shows the slightest hint of green. Imported by Sovereign Wine Imports.",Bravura,40,88,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2001 Bravura Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2001-bravura-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Calina
13,White,New Zealand,"Brancott's best-ever regular SB bottling boasts grassy, sweet-pea aromas but also plenty of nectarine and floral notes. It's plump and fleshy on the palate, adding pink grapefruit and herbal notes to the mix, then finishing with hints of green pepper and honey. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",,11,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Brancott
14,Red,Italy,"A very luscious, ripe—any more ripeness would bring it over the top—and muscular Nero d'Avola redolent of cherry, prune, cigar box and toasted notes. It's soft and smooth in the mouth with dusty tannins. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Piana dei Cembali,32,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2002 Piana dei Cembali Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2002-piana-cembali-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2002,Baglio di Pianetto
11.5,White,Germany,"Slightly spicy and musky on the nose, but there's also plenty of apple and melon to balance out the ledger. Cinnamon and baked apple flavors finish a trifle soft, but there's good persistence and minerality as well. Made in a fuller style, but avoids clumsiness. Imported by Classical Wines.",Ockfen Bockstein QbA,30,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2004 Ockfen Bockstein QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2004-ockfen-bockstein-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Von Othegraven
14.7,Red,US,"Compared to the winery's county-wide bottling, this Pinot is remarkably similar in the high acidity, light, silky texture and pleasant cherry, cola and subtle oak flavors. Yet it possesses an extra depth and complexity. Drink this polished wine now.",,25,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,York Mountain Winery 2003 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,York Mountain Winery
14.3,White,US,"White Oak has done a good job with Chard over the years, and this fruit-forward bottling offers lots of pleasure. Apples, peaches, kiwis and limes star in this crisply tart, dry wine, which is only lightly oaked.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,White Oak
13.6,White,US,"From a cool part of the appellation comes this dry, potent wine, rich in gooseberry, pink grapefruit, fig and lemongrass aromas. Zesty, citrusy acidity makes this fruit-forward wine perfect with a salad of mixed bitter greens, chevre, toasted walnuts and a creamy raspberry vinaigrette.",Slusser Road Vineyard,17,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2005 Slusser Road Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2005-slusser-road-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Hanna
14,Red,Italy,"Wine doesn't get more intense than this: Peanut butter, Nutella, cookie dough, bread crust and dried berry sum up the biggest peaks in the bouquet. Flavors include clove and toast. Will overpower most foods.  Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Nerosanlorenzj,40,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 2002 Nerosanlorenzj Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-2002-nerosanlorenzj-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2002,Gulfi
14.4,Red,US,"Hendry, known for Zinfandel, also produces dependable Bordeaux blends, of which this one, which contains all five classic varieties, is a good example. It's pretty tannic now, but the sweetness in the finish may prove to be a limiting factor. Best now with rich fare.",Hendry Vineyard Red Wine,33,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2003 Hendry Vineyard Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2003-vineyard-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Hendry
14,Red,South Africa,"Starts off with wonderful, very fragrant aromas of pepper, smoke, vanilla, tobacco, mint and ripe black currant. It's smooth in the mouth, with mouthcoating flavors of sweet purple fruit and oak spice caressing the tongue. The only flaw is that the oak is a bit overpowering, with vanilla shadowing the fruit. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,23,88,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2003 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2003,Neil Ellis
8.5,White,Germany,"Seems sweet beyond the normal bounds of kabinett, but despite the high sugar levels, there's also a dry, dusty stoniness to the finish that provides a sense of balance. Crushed stone, green apple and lime scents lead the way, followed by riper apple, pear and honey flavors on the medium-weight palate. A candidate to match with spicy or slightly sweet Asian dishes.",Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett,17,88,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2004 Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2004-hochheimer-holle-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Domdechant Werner
13.5,Red,Chile,"This well-made bargain delivers yummy raspberry and cherry aromas and flavors, with touches of licorice and clove. A winner in its price range; dense and dreamy. What well-priced Chilean Cab should be. Imported by Halby Marketing.",Reserve,9,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Santa Alicia
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a truly delightful 50-50 Nero d'Avola-Syrah blend with an inky-purplish color and penetrating aromas of menthol, fennel seed, cherry or currant and cough drop. Extracted in color and flavor, it has a defined personality and a zippy, clean finish with soft tannins. Imported by Epic Wines.",Rosso delle Rose,20,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Masseria del Feudo Grottarossa 2003 Rosso delle Rose Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-feudo-grottarossa-2003-rosso-delle-rose-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Masseria del Feudo Grottarossa
12,White,Germany,"Artfully shows the majesty of the Rheingau, combining a rich, full mouthfeel with enough acidity to keep it from seeming at all heavy. Slate, melon and lime flavors turn crisp and refreshing on the finish.",Kabinett,28,88,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2004 Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2004-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Schloss Johannisberger
14.2,Red,US,"Sweet-smelling berry and plum aromas show a touch of sur-maturité, balanced by a round, supple mouthfeel and a mouthful of chewy, fudge-like fruit. This SVR delivers well-executed modern winemaking, blending clean fruit with new oak.",SVR Reserve,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2002 SVR Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2002-svr-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Sterling
14.2,Red,US,"Miner's estate Cabs have the tannins that mark the best of Oakville. They contribute to the complex structure that stars in this wine. The ripe cherry and cassis fruit can be achieved anywhere it's hot enough, but those tannins are a wonder. One quibble is that the wine finishes too sweet.",,54,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Miner 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Miner
13.5,Red,Italy,"A well-executed Syrah with a small component of Nero d'Avola that exhibits deep ruby youthfulness with notes of cherry, prune, resin, chocolate fudge and loads of blueberry and blackberry. Its mouthfeel is thick and luscious with dusty tannins, but at the end of the day this is a young, easy wine. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Monreale Syrah,18,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2004 Monreale Syrah Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2004-monreale-syrah-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Principi di Spadafora
11,White,New Zealand,"Features some slightly smoky, flinty notes on the nose, then gives up flavors of wet stones, limes and hard peaches on the dry, full-bodied palate. Crisp and tart on the finish. Imported by Davies & Co.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Trinity Hill 2004 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-hill-2004-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2004,Trinity Hill
14,White,Italy,"This is a very successful Insolia-Chardonnay blend that is creamy in the mouth— like a banana smoothie—and nicely layered with peach pie, exotic spice, pineapple and tomato leaf aromas. Imported by Panebianco.",Bidis,25,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2004 Bidis White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2004-bidis-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Valle dell'Acate
14.9,Red,US,"Lake Sonoma is one of the most dependable wineries in the county in its price range, and this Zin continues that tradition. It's dry and balanced, with a Cabernet-like structure that frames delicious blackberry, cherry, cocoa, tobacco, spice and vanilla oak flavors.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 2003 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Lake Sonoma
14,Red,New Zealand,"This full-bodied, round, softly textured Pinot Noir should win many friends for New Zealand, easily blending black cherries with cola and spice. It's smooth and supple on the palate, with just enough acidity to keep it from becoming too bulky. Imported by E & J Gallo",,30,88,Marlborough,,,Whitehaven 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehaven-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Whitehaven
13,White,New Zealand,"Starts off well, with aromas that strike a pretty balance between gooseberry and passion fruit, then layer on ripe melon and nectarine as well. In the mouth, it's big, delivering bold, fruity flavors underscored by crisp acids. It lacks a bit of elegance and length on the finish, but this wine delivers plenty of flavor and pleasure for the price. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",,13,88,Marlborough,,,Mount Riley 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-riley-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Mount Riley
14,White,Chile,"Very ripe and tropical, with a candied core sweetness that is hard not to like. Pear, vanilla and toast coast the new-age bouquet, while the palate oozes nectarine and cantaloupe. Clean and moderately deep. Features good natural acids. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Alpha,23,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2004 Alpha Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-alpha-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Montes
10,White,Germany,"This luscious, easy-to-drink Riesling starts off with perfumed, floral notes layered over ripe Winesaps, then moves smoothly into a midpalate laden with more apples and citrus. The long, succulent finish ends on a dry, minerally note, giving this rather sweet wine a fine sense of balance.",Johannisberg V Kabinett,18,88,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2004 Johannisberg V Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2004-johannisberg-v-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Johannishof
13.5,Red,Italy,"You'll encounter mild rose and floral aromas on the nose of this cheerful Nero d'Avola, with cherry and blackberry notes and plenty of almond. There's some tartness in the mouth but the rest gives way to spice and black peppercorn. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Contempo Nero d'Avola,12,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2004 Contempo Nero d'Avola Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2004-contempo-nero-davola-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
14.2,Red,Chile,"Alluring on the nose, with herbs, spice, olive and mocha accenting rugged berry aromas. Big and jammy in the mouth, with black plum circled by coffee and clove notes.  Weighs in as large, and it's tannic as nails. But if you like yours ripe and ready, this should make the grade. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Character,14,88,Maipo Valley,,,Haras de Pirque 2003 Character Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-pirque-2003-character-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2003,Haras de Pirque
13,Red,Italy,"The newest addition to this estate's portfolio of wines made from international and indigenous varieties, Iperion (made from 70-20-10% Nero d'Avola, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon) is a nutty and harmonious wine with blackberry, blueberry, pistachio, bread crust and a spicy, cinnamon-like note on the close. Imported by Zonin USA.",Iperion,18,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2004 Iperion Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2004-iperion-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Feudo Principi di Butera
14,Red,Italy,"Made from twisted old vines from Pachino, in the province of Syracuse, this luscious red delivers an ample dosage of mineral tones upfront with background black berry fruit and dried cassis. You'll pick up notes of resin and black tar, too. Imported by Vino Bravo.",Il Monovitigno,30,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2000 Il Monovitigno Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2000-il-monovitigno-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2000,Benanti
14,Red,Chile,"Gets going in woody fashion, which unleashes cinnamon and coconut. Airing brings it into focus, and from then on it's all about cherry and cassis flavors, and a nice vanilla and mint finish. Classic Chilean Cabernet: fruit plus terroir plus wood equals a good result. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Estate Grown Reserve,13,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2003 Estate Grown Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2003-estate-grown-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Carmen
15,Red,South Africa,"Not as complex as the Condé, this wine still has rich, plummy fruit matched with sexy oak. The oak shows as chocolate and vanilla on the nose. Full, with a barely noticeable 15% alcohol, the palate offers dry tannins and just enough acidity. The dark fruit flavors have hints  of spice, and pick up herbal notes on the finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Stark,26,89,Stellenbosch,,,Stark-Condé 2003 Stark Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2003-stark-shiraz-syrah-syrah-stellenbosch/,Syrah,2003,Stark-Condé
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Though Syrah has been touted as South Africa's best variety, Cabernet has been making quite a name for itself. Bordeaux-like aromas of pencil shavings, brown leaf and loads of plummy fruit are only slightly marred by a tomato-y note. Lush but dry, with mineral undertones, this dark, fruit-laden wine has a bit of a stewy quality on the finish. Very enjoyable now, and will drink well over the next five  years. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Stark,27,89,Stellenbosch,,,Stark-Condé 2003 Stark Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2003-stark-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Stark-Condé
,White,US,"This is a very dry, tart Chardonnay, almost like a Fumé Blanc except that it's richer and creamier. The flavors are of lemons and limes, and papayas that aren't quite ripe. It's a complex wine that will pick up interest as it warms up and plays against food.",,27,89,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Frostwatch 2004 Chardonnay (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frostwatch-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Frostwatch
,White,Portugal,"This is serious Vinho Verde. It has all the fresh, crisp, acidic character but, because of the year, it is also full, ripe, with green apple skin flavors, green plums and intense fruit. Imported by RC Importers.",Grande Escolha,8,89,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Sezim 2005 Grande Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-sezim-2005-grande-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Casa de Sezim
14.8,White,US,"The grapes are from Bien Nacido. The wine was made Burgundy-style, and it shows in the creamy, oaky complexities. The flavors range from Chardonnay-like peaches and tropical fruits to sautéed bananas, but it's the acidity that really makes this wine work.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2004 Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2004-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Byron
,White,Portugal,"One of the markers for Vinho Verde, this brand gets better and better. The 2005 is a new blend, with 10% of Alvarinho from the Aveleda estate. It is ripe and rich, with great solid full fruits in the mouth, tropical but with some citrus character. It's bone dry, with fine finishing acidity. Imported by Aveleda Imports.",,8,89,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2005 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2005-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Aveleda
13,White,Italy,"Fruit for this crisp and mineral-rich white wine comes from 80-year-old bush-like vines and one of the most extreme viticulture spots on the planet (950 meters in altitude on the volcano). It is rich with exotic fruit, delicate floral and peach lollipop notes, and a firm, compact structure. Imported by Vino Bravo.",Pietramarina,33,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2001 Pietramarina  (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2001-pietramarina-white-etna/,White Blend,2001,Benanti
14,Red,Italy,"This is a carefully crafted volcanic wine (1/3 each Nerello Mascalese, Nero d'Avola and Cab Sauvignon) with bright red fruit and cherry embellished by notes of forest floor, charcoal and some Band-Aid. Good fruit flavors and firm tannins create a very nice overall effect. Aged 18 months in French oak. Imported by Vino Bravo.",Lamorémio,32,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2000 Lamorémio Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2000-lamoremio-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2000,Benanti
14.5,White,US,"Not quite as rich or complex as the Reserve, but close on its heels, with well-ripened tropical fruit flavors accented by spicy, toasty oak. This is a classic California cool-climate Chard, with bright, zesty acidity.",Indindoli Vineyard,30,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Waugh Cellars 2004 Indindoli Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waugh-cellars-2004-indindoli-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Waugh Cellars
13.5,Red,Italy,"This Shiraz has generous servings of berry fruit, leather and charred meat that appears spicy, long lasting and smoky in the mouth thanks to its medium structure and persistence.",D'Istinto,13,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2003 D'Istinto Shiraz (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2003-distinto-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sicilia/,Shiraz,2003,Calatrasi
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"A pleasant surprise in a recent sampling of Hawkes Bay blends, this wine verges on being overripe, yet still boasts ample structure. Black cherry and plum fruit is marked by vanilla and cinnamon, while the mouthfeel is one of contained lushness, not gloppy or syrupy. Drink now-2012. The blend is roughly one-third of each variety.",Gimblett Gravels Cabernet-Merlot-Malbec,31,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Newton Forrest Estate 2002 Gimblett Gravels Cabernet-Merlot-Malbec Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-forrest-estate-2002-gimblett-gravels-cabernet-merlot-malbec-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Newton Forrest Estate
14,Red,South Africa,"Don't let the screwcap fool you: this wine has quality written all over it. Twelve months in mostly American oak yields graham cracker and lemon aromas, with young blackberry and herbs supporting. Oak again shows in the mouth, supporting dark fruit flavors. It will be interesting to see how the big tannins age under screwcap, as this wine has years to go. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Dark Horse,40,89,Western Cape,,,Flagstone 2004 Dark Horse Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flagstone-2004-dark-horse-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Flagstone
14,Red,Italy,"An intense wine with almost exaggerated levels of Nutella, walnut cream, peanut and pressed fruit on the nose. In the mouth, you'll pick up less obvious dusty and mineral tones on a mouth-drying finish. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Neromàccarj,40,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 2002 Neromàccarj Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-2002-neroma-ccarj-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2002,Gulfi
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A collaboration between Rust en Vrede's Jean Engelbrecht and golf star Ernie Els, this blend shows off Shiraz's spicy, peppery nose and Bordeaux's classic dry, earthy feel. Oak plays an integral part, offering woody flavors and big tannins. Warm throughout, this wine could use cellar time to integrate, but don't wait too long. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,45,89,Western Cape,,,Engelbrecht Els Vineyards 2003 Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/engelbrecht-els-2003-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2003,Engelbrecht Els Vineyards
13,Dessert,Italy,"Made from a blend of air-dried grapes, this amber-colored dessert wine delivers dried apricot, orange peel, honey and almond skin flavors over a creamy finish. Aromas are intense and rich. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Hekate Passito,29,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2004 Hekate Passito White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2004-hekate-passito-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Feudo Arancio
13.5,Red,Italy,"Ruby-colored and intense, this is one of Gulfi's many takes on Nero d'Avola; ripe blackberry and blueberry fruit, pistachio nut and earth tones sum up the nose. Concentrated and thick in the mouth with a tart note on the finish. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Nerojbleo,18,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 2003 Nerojbleo Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-2003-nerojbleo-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Gulfi
14,Red,South Africa,"Has dominant stably, earthy aromas and flavors. While not a fruity wine, it still has a beautiful mouthfeel, creamy, yet with good acidity. Finishes spicy and long. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Gouverneurs,36,89,Constantia,,,Groot Constantia 2001 Gouverneurs Shiraz (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groot-constantia-2001-gouverneurs-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-constantia/,Shiraz,2001,Groot Constantia
13.5,White,US,"Last year, I wrote of this wine that it's firm in acids and minerals, with apple, citrus and peach flavors and a clean, streamlined finish. The same goes for the '04. It's a totally dry, elegantly steely wine that won't compete with fancy fish or poultry dishes.",,22,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,MacRostie
,White,Portugal,"A finely balanced wine, creamy and smooth, with good dense flavors. Green plums, apple skins and ripe acidity blend well in this fresh wine. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,15,89,Vinho Verde,,,Borges 2005 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2005-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2005,Borges
13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark and beautiful, this Sicilian 70-30% Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz blend lavishes deep cherry fruit and layered earth and leather tones. It's a ripe and round wine that definitely needs to be consumed with a hearty meal.",Solese,17,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2004 Solese Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2004-solese-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Calatrasi
13,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a luscious, succulent passito with layers of maple syrup, honey, marzipan, toast and white stone. It's creamy and sweet in the mouth with copperish reflections but ends on a crisp, clean note.",Passito,,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Malvasia delle Lipari,,Fenech 2004 Passito  (Malvasia delle Lipari),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenech-2004-passito-white-malvasia-delle-lipari/,White Blend,2004,Fenech
14,Red,South Africa,"More herbal than other Stellenbosch offerings, but this wine has plenty of Cabernet character, including tobacco and dark berry aromas. Chewy in the mouth, the palate delivers charred wood, berry fruit, tobacco, spice and eucalyptus flavors. Complex, despite subtle green-bean notes. This is a wine to enjoy now. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",Limited Release,25,89,Stellenbosch,,,Hidden Valley 2000 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-valley-2000-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Hidden Valley
15,Red,South Africa,"The Jonkershoek Valley receives more rain than almost anywhere else in South Africa, but that hasn't negatively affected this wine. Big, chewy  and warm, at 15% alcohol, this Shiraz has solid tannins and flavors of blueberry, coffee, earth and a touch of vanilla. The nose offers much of the same, with semisweet chocolate adding to the complexity. Finishes with good length and plenty of spicy fruit. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Vineyard Selection,43,89,Jonkershoek Valley,,,Neil Ellis 2003 Vineyard Selection Syrah (Jonkershoek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2003-vineyard-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-jonkershoek-valley/,Syrah,2003,Neil Ellis
13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a lusciously concentrated and inky red packed tight with big flavor: plum, fruit preserve, spice, clove, cinnamon and nutmeg. It's sweet at the core with spice bread flavors in the mouth. Imported by Winebow.",Lamùri,19,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2004 Lamùri Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2004-lamuri-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Tasca d'Almerita
14,Red,Italy,"This successful marriage of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon boasts a vibrant ruby color and candy-like cherry fruit with cola, resin, cedar and deeper toasted, leather-like notes. There's both pepper and spice in the mouth with smooth tannins and a smoky close. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Hugonis,37,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2003 Hugonis Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2003-hugonis-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Tenuta Rapitalà
13.5,Red,Italy,"This historic Sicilian estate is another protagonist when it comes to Syrah. Nadir is a surprisingly floral interpretation of the hearty grape with notes of herbal tea, rose petal and raspberry tea. It's leaner in the mouth with soft tannins. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Nadir,15,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2004 Nadir Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2004-nadir-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2004,Tenuta Rapitalà
14,Red,Chile,"Dark on the nose, with olive, rubber, plum and black cherry scents. The mouth is deep and saturated; there's fairly lush plum, coffee and mocha flavors to ponder. Shows some espresso-like bitterness on the back end, which adds to the complexity. A definite contender. Imported by Megawine Inc.",Potro de Piedra Family Reserve,25,89,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2003 Potro de Piedra Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2003-potro-piedra-family-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2003,Viña Requingua
14.6,White,US,"Sebastiani reaches to the Russian River Valley Duttons for this rich, crisp and complex Chardonnay. It displays classic cool-climate acidity that makes the tropical fruit flavors sing, while oak adds intriguing smoke, vanilla and woodspice notes.",Dutton Ranch,25,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 2004 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2004-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Sebastiani
8.5,White,Germany,"A slightly smoky, rock-dust component adds a layer of minerality to this wine's spiced pear and melon aromas. On the palate, it's off-dry, zesty and refreshing, with green apple and citrus flavors that end on a tangy note. One of the more lithe examples from the Rheinhessen.",Niersteiner Brückchen Kabinett,20,89,Rheinhessen,,,J. & H.A. Strub 2004 Niersteiner Brückchen Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-ha-strub-2004-niersteiner-bruckchen-kabinett-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2004,J. & H.A. Strub
,White,Portugal,"One of the most familiar brands of Vinho Verde in Portugal, with a production of 2.5 million bottles, this bone-dry, supremely crisp wine has apple and sharp pear flavors, and ripe andconcentrated, but very fresh fruit. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Muralhas de Monção,11,89,Vinho Verde,,,Adega de Monção 2005 Muralhas de Monção White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-moncao-2005-muralhas-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Adega de Monção
13.5,Red,Italy,"An 80-20 Nero d'Avola-Merlot blend from north of Palermo, this is a ruby-colored wine that delivers rich notes of prune, tobacco, leather and wild sage. The tannins are soft and the wine would pair well with game meats or roast lamb. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Rosso di Passomaggio,18,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2003 Rosso di Passomaggio Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2003-rosso-passomaggio-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
,White,Portugal,"Here six months in wood have enhanced the fruit, rather than giving a toasty character. There are tropical, apricot flavors, while even in a lesser year like 2004, the flavors are rich and intense. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Muros de Melgaço,20,89,Vinho Verde,,,Anselmo Mendes 2004 Muros de Melgaço Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselmo-mendes-2004-muros-melgaco-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2004,Anselmo Mendes
13,Red,Italy,"An interesting blend of Nerello Mascalese (from 600 meters above sea level) and Merlot that sees 12 months of oak. Toasted notes are embellished with granite, resin, tobacco and forest berry; nice, linear and supple in the mouth. Drink now. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",Terre d'Agala,14,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2002 Terre d'Agala Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2002-terre-dagala-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2002,Duca di Salaparuta
14,Red,South Africa,"A wonderful wine for the price, with aromas of berry and plum wrapped in tobacco leaf and coffee. Smooth and full in the mouth, this dry wine's flavors of dark berry, coffee and graphite are touched with balsam, showing character and complexity. A hint of lemon creeps through on the finish. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",,17,89,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Beau Joubert
,White,Portugal,"Provam is a grouping of 10 growers in the Monsão area. Citrus and green fruit flavors dominate this Alvarinho-based wine. Intensely flavored wine, dry and great for food. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Alvarinho Portal do Fidalgo,15,90,Vinho Verde,,,Provam 2005 Alvarinho Portal do Fidalgo Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provam-2005-alvarinho-portal-fidalgo-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2005,Provam
15.5,Red,South Africa,"Chocolate, cigar leaf and plum fruit aromas lead to a big, full-bodied wine with great balance and plenty of ripe tannins. Kirsch, black currant and spice flavors are plenty deep; tobacco shines through on the long, smooth finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Condé,35,90,Stellenbosch,,,Stark-Condé 2003 Condé Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2003-conde-shiraz-syrah-syrah-stellenbosch/,Syrah,2003,Stark-Condé
14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot with 14 months in French oak, this ruby colored wine has loads of exotic spice – especially clove – cracked black pepper and blackberry. It's expressive, intense and lively in the mouth with a persistent finish.",Camastra,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2003 Camastra Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2003-camastra-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Tasca d'Almerita
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This excellent Cab has a Bordeaux-like nose, with forest floor meeting meaty red fruit and oak. Big tannins offer great structure without overpowering, and the wine has enough acid to feel alive. Barnyard flavors show on the palate, accompanied by complex coffee and red berry. A juxtaposition of Old World structure and New World fruit—this is why South African wine can excel. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,23,90,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Neil Ellis
14,Red,Italy,"There's always been debate over which international varieties blend best with Nero d'Avola and this wine proves that Cabernet Sauvignon makes an ideal partner. Earth and toasty with plum and prune, tobacco and dusty mineral tones, this is a spicy wine with tight tannins that drinks beautifully now. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Tancredi,30,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Contessa Entellina,,Donnafugata 2003 Tancredi  (Contessa Entellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2003-tancredi-contessa-entellina/,Red Blend,2003,Donnafugata
16.7,Red,US,"Luscious, smooth, complex, complete, round, voluptuous, the adjectives go on and on with this incredibly ripe Zin. It's fully dry, with amazing blackberry tea, cherry pie, mocha, root beer and spice flavors, but be forewarned: the alcohol is a whopping 16.7%.",Block 11 Old Vines,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2004 Block 11 Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2004-block-11-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Ballentine
14,Red,Italy,"A dark ruby Merlot with generous and well defined notes of cherry, strawberry roll-up, chocolate, soy sauce, toast and a spicy, succulent quality that is pleasantly complex and round on the palate.",Piana dei Salici,26,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2002 Piana dei Salici Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2002-piana-salici-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2002,Baglio di Pianetto
14,Red,Italy,"Rolling out the hits, Benanti delivers yet another Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio blend (80-20%) that tops the charts of Sicilian indigenous reds. You can't get enough of those polished berry and volcanic notes or of its incredible depth and dimension in the mouth. Aged for one year in oak. Imported by Vino Bravo.",Rovittello,33,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2000 Rovittello  (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2000-rovittello-red-etna/,Red Blend,2000,Benanti
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is an exciting new addition to the family of Sicilian reds brought to us by one of Tuscany's most prominent wine families (Mazzei of Fonterutoli); beautiful and elegant packaging too. Grapes come from the Noto area and the wine sees 10 months of oak: ripe cherry, nutty notes, plum, vanilla and wet earth are inviting and intense.",,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Zisola 2004 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zisola-2004-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Zisola
14,White,US,"This is an interesting wine that marches to its own beat. What gets to you is the dry, acidic structure and fruity, earthy flavors that are quite complex. Try this wine with roasted pork loin. If you like aging your California whites, this should fare well over the next five years.",Randle Hill Vineyard,18,90,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2004 Randle Hill Vineyard Sémillon (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2004-randle-hill-vineyard-semillon-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sémillon,2004,Yorkville Cellars
14,White,Italy,"From one of Sicily's flagship Chardonnay producers, here is a very attractive and luminous white with loads of butter, nut, almond, vanilla and banana. Dig in there and you get Golden Delicious apple and pineapple, too. Creamy and textured, this is an oak-dominated wine (10 months of barrel aging) with a crisp close. Imported by Vias Imports.",,43,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2004 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2004-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2004,Planeta
14.5,White,New Zealand,"Subtly nutty on the nose, balanced by mixed citrus scents and hints of mint. Full-bodied and richly textured, with ample apple, pear and tangerine flavors backed by toasty oak. Long and citrusy on the finish, with echoes of toasted nuts. Drink now. Imported by Wimbledon Wine Company.",Godfrey Reserve,29,90,Marlborough,,,Kathy Lynskey 2004 Godfrey Reserve Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathy-lynskey-2004-godfrey-reserve-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Kathy Lynskey
12,White,Germany,"This bursts out of the chute in a blaze of fruit—pineapple, pear, green apple, even a trace of banana. Honestly, it's a bit disconcerting. But give it some time in the glass and it really changes, going from simply fruity to complex and minerally. Rather full-bodied for a Mosel wine; it does show a touch of alcohol warmth on the finish. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Rotschiefer Trocken,20,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Immich-Batterieberg 2004 Rotschiefer Trocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/immich-batterieberg-2004-rotschiefer-trocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Immich-Batterieberg
14.8,Red,US,"This classy wine is tasty, with voluptuously ripe creme de cassis and blackberry tart flavors enriched with chocolate fudge, vanilla and spicy, smoky oak. The tannins are superfine, and while the wine is a bit soft, it's dry and balanced. A relative value compared to their pricier J. Daniel Cuvée.",Blueprint,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lail 2003 Blueprint Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lail-2003-blueprint-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Lail
13,White,New Zealand,"Powerfully herbal and dangerously close to being vegetal, but balanced by a full, oily mouthfeel and ripe melon flavors. Turns grapefruity on the finish, not green. Would be a good match for the region's green-lipped mussels cooked in white wine and aromatic herbs. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Wairau Reserve,25,90,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2005 Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2005-wairau-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Saint Clair
12,White,New Zealand,"Aromatic whites seem to be one of the strengths of this winery, named for its proximity to an electronic eavesdropping facility. Flinty, minerally notes add complexity to honeyed pear and citrus scents, while on the palate the citrus flavors show great precision and focus. Long and mouthwatering on the finish. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,20,90,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2005 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2005-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2005,Spy Valley
14.2,Red,US,"Not known as much for Merlot as for Cabernet, Sequoia Grove's bottling is rich, ripe and delicious, quite sumptuous in cherry, plum, cassis and mocha fruit flavors that finish dry. It feels like a wine you can age over the short term, because the tannins and acids are ample and the wine is a little untogether. Try holding until early in '07.",,48,90,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Sequoia Grove 2003 Merlot (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2003-merlot-napa-atlas-peak/,Merlot,2003,Sequoia Grove
9,White,New Zealand,"Only 56 cases imported, but worth searching for if you like Riesling. The aromas combine floral notes with stone and mineral, then the palate offers a vivacious counterweight in the form of ripe pineapple-y fruit and bold citrus flavors. Low alcohol (9%) and a slight tickle of CO2 enliven the mouthfeel and help balance the slightly sweet flavors. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",,26,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2005 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2005-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2005,Felton Road
12,White,Germany,"On the big (12% alcohol) and dry side, with weighty flavors of minerals and spice undergirding ripe apple and pineapple notes. Not a traditional fruchtig kabinett, but one that should go well with rich fish dishes and roast chicken. Long on the finish.",Baron Heyl Nierstein Kabinett,19,90,Rheinhessen,,,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim 2004 Baron Heyl Nierstein Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freiherr-heyl-zu-herrnsheim-2004-baron-nierstein-kabinett-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2004,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This Cab-dominant Bordeaux blend opens slowly, eventually showing blueberry, pastry, and cedar aromas. Tobacco and earth take the stage in the mouth, along with more blueberry and pie crust. The smooth, evolved tannins offer a seamless mouthfeel; will continue to evolve over the next five years. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Rubicon,30,90,Stellenbosch,,,Meerlust 2000 Rubicon Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerlust-2000-rubicon-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2000,Meerlust
13,White,South Africa,"A perennial powerhouse Chardonnay from the Cape, this vintage starts off with strong aromas of popcorn and butter before smoothing out and offering flowery orange and white stone fruit notes. Full-bodied, with beautiful balance, the flavors of papaya, mango, spice and vanilla are perfectly integrated. The finish is long;  the only thing this winner really needs is a little more heft in the midpalate. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,27,90,Walker Bay,,,Hamilton Russell 2005 Chardonnay (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamilton-russell-2005-chardonnay-walker-bay/,Chardonnay,2005,Hamilton Russell
,White,Portugal,"This is one of the flagship estates of Vinho Verde, based in the northern Monsão region: its VVs are based on Alvarinho. Has Riesling-like perfumes, but the intensity, green fruit and citrus flavors are all Vinho Verde. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,24,90,Vinho Verde,,,Palacio de Brejoeira 2004 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacio-brejoeira-2004-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2004,Palacio de Brejoeira
13,Red,Italy,"An excellent introduction to Nero d'Avola with rich layers of dried currant, tobacco, white mushroom, clove and toasted almond backed by delicate forest floor notes. Sweet, chewy tannins appear over a smoky finish. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Classico,16,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2003 Classico Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2003-classico-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Feudo Montoni
14,Red,Italy,"A real crowd pleaser, this 55-45% Nero d'Avola-Shiraz blend is concentrated and redolent of toast, cherry wood and plum. Wood is the driving theme here, yet the wine follows a precise winemaking philosophy.",TDG 651,29,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2003 TDG 651 Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2003-tdg-651-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Calatrasi
,Red,Italy,"The blend is 70% Cab Sauvignon and 30% Merlot and the resulting wine is ripe with blackberry, resin, tobacco, cigar box and prune. There's a round, plush quality derived from oak use and the tannins are tight and smoky.",D'Istinto Magnifico,31,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2003 D'Istinto Magnifico Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2003-distinto-magnifico-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Calatrasi
14.2,Red,US,"From a high mountain vineyard near the Sonoma-Napa border in the Mayacamas, this 100% Cabernet is intense in black currant and spice flavors. The tannins are rich and form a sturdy backbone, and the wine is soft in acids, in the modern style. This is a food-friendly wine, graceful and elegant.",,58,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bugay 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bugay-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bugay
13,Red,US,"Better than last year's bottling, this is a very dry, stylish wine of complexity. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, it's leaner than many North Coast clarets, with an herbal edge to the cherry flavors. That restraint makes it a comfortable companion to a wide range of food.",Bouchet,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2004 Bouchet Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2004-bouchet-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Brander
,White,Portugal,"From Monsão, this is quintessential Alvarinho, ripe and full-bodied, with the typical apple skin structure and the hint of tropical fruits. Even though it is so ripe, it remains crisp and fresh. Imported by Aveleda Imports.",,11,90,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2005 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2005-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2005,Aveleda
,White,US,"Some Viogniers are exotically fruity. Not this one, which is elegantly crisp and refined. Its lemon and lime flavors just barely nudge into wildflowers. Has a rich, honeyed finish.",T-bar-T Vineyard,24,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2004 T-bar-T Vineyard Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2004-t-bar-t-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2004,Iron Horse
14,White,New Zealand,"This winery has raised its game in 2005, turning out a ripe, showy Sauvignon Blanc filled with gooseberry, pink grapefruit and stone fruit aromas and flavors. Despite its fruit-forward nature, it is reasonably complex, adding mineral and passion fruit flavors on the finish. Imported by New Zealand Wine Imports.",,16,90,Marlborough,,,Fairhall Downs 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairhall-downs-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fairhall Downs
14.5,Red,Italy,"This red offers profound layers of sandalwood, clove and black pepper. Those distinctive spice-box characteristics are truly unique to Planeta and shape a wine with personality that always stands out in a crowd. Imported by Vias Imports.",,43,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2003 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2003,Planeta
11.5,Dessert,Italy,"A surprisingly delicious but lighter Zibibblo-based dessert wine that would pair beautifully with aged cheese. The nose is redolent of honey, apricot, lavender and rosemary and the endnote have enough acidity to cut through creamy, fatty foods.",Kabir,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Moscato di Pantelleria,,Donnafugata 2004 Kabir  (Moscato di Pantelleria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2004-kabir-muscat-zibibbo-moscato-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2004,Donnafugata
14.7,Red,US,"With wines like this, Livermore Valley cleans up its act and returns to historic form. This is a very good Cabernet, rich in varietal character, firm in tannic structure, and beautifully dry. It should improve for at least the next seven years.",,45,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Steven Kent
13.5,Red,US,"In a time when so many Cabernets are hard to drink with food because they're overextracted, this controlled wine is a welcome find. It's dry, with the alcohol a modest 13.5%. The fruit flavors have a nice earthy, herbal component reminiscent of Bordeaux.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Schug
13.9,White,US,"Chardonnay from Napa mountains? Yes. The wine is tightly packed and nervy, as far from a fat, opulent Chard as you can imagine. Thoroughly dry, with a minerality behind the citrus flavors, which suggests aging in a cool cellar for a good decade.",,25,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2004 Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2004-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2004,Keenan
14,Red,Italy,"An intense blend of Nero d'Avola, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that beautifully underlines the producer's individualistic winemaking philosophy. There are earthy, iron-like tones with blackberry, spice and cracked white pepper. The Cabernet portion renders a tight, tannic backbone. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Don Pietro,24,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2004 Don Pietro Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2004-don-pietro-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Principi di Spadafora
14.5,White,Italy,"The wine's deep golden color sets the stage for the luscious notes of peach, honey, lychee and passion fruit that follow. In the mouth, it delivers exceptional creaminess and roundness with a vein of crispness and a spice-driven finish. Imported by Vias Imports.",Cometa,43,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2004 Cometa Fiano (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2004-cometa-italian-white-fiano-sicilia/,Fiano,2004,Planeta
15.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe and powerful, this is a big, bold, unfiltered Sicilian red that delivers dried figs, tobacco and berry preserves. It's almost too much of a good thing and will appeal to those looking to make a statement. Imported by Panebianco.",Tané,60,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2003 Tané Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2003-tane-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Valle dell'Acate
13,White,South Africa,"Subdued yet elegant, with a heavily oaked, toasty vanilla nose. Big and plump in the mouth, this wine retains a creamy feel, its tropical fruit flavors taking some time to emerge. The long, lingering finish attests to the wine's depth of character. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,23,90,Elgin,,,Neil Ellis 2004 Chardonnay (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2004-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2004,Neil Ellis
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit more understated than this wine has been in past vintages, but still of excellent quality, with lovely toasted-oat notes framing pear, melon and citrus flavors. It's full-bodied and long, with some youthful oaky notes still showing on the finish. Drink 2007–2010. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Maté's Vineyard,43,90,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2004 Maté's Vineyard Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2004-mates-vineyard-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2004,Kumeu River
,White,Portugal,"This is impressive, both for Vinho Verde and or a cooperative wine. The Alvarinho grape shows its best here with richness, intensity and flavors of plums, pineapple and ripe pears. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Alvarinho Deu la Deu,16,90,Vinho Verde,,,Adega de Monção 2005 Alvarinho Deu la Deu Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-moncao-2005-alvarinho-deu-deu-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2005,Adega de Monção
14,Red,Italy,"Montenero is a Nero d'Avola, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blend that underlines Sicily's winemaking potential. It is ripe with pungent aromas of plum, cherry, wet earth, cigar box and slate; it's soft and velvety in the mouth with dusty tannins. Drink now. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Montenero,40,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2002 Montenero Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2002-montenero-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2002,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
13.2,White,US,"This is quite a sophisticated wine, partially barrel fermented and aged sur lies, which softens and mellows it. The underlying fruit flavors, of citrus, fig, melon and spice, are ripe and juicy in acidity. This is a beautiful accompaniment to grilled shellfish.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bugay 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bugay-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Bugay
13.8,Red,Italy,"Ruby colored and concentrated, this blend of Nero d'Avola (70%) and Cabernet Sauvignon sees 14 months of oak and is clean, refined and perfumed with berry fruit, earthy notes, smoke, vanilla, tobacco and tight tannins. Drink now with red meat. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Tancredi,30,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Contessa Entellina,,Donnafugata 2002 Tancredi  (Contessa Entellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2002-tancredi-contessa-entellina/,Red Blend,2002,Donnafugata
13.5,Red,US,"This beautiful wine is the quintessential Alexander Valley Cabernet. It's soft and melted in texture, a gentle but complex wine with enormously rich blackberry, cassis and oak flavors. And this is a great price for the quality. Geyser Peak is at the top of their game.",,18,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Geyser Peak
14.5,Red,US,"Marked by those soft Alexander Valley tannins that are so much gentler than Napa's, this Cab is a regional classic. It's a little tight now, but deliciously forward in cherry and cassis fruit, with overt oak influences. Good now with beef.",,40,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Artesa 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Artesa
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This may not be as long-lived as its Matés's Vineyard stablemate, but is it ever luscious now. Toasty, mealy aromas carry hints of roasted nuts, but this flamboyantly oaky wine features fruit to spare, adding layers of apple and citrus flavors that round out the wine without becoming soft or flabby. Drink now. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",,33,91,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2004 Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2004-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2004,Kumeu River
14.5,White,US,"This elaborate wine totally satisfies for its rich, creamy texture and forward pineapple custard, kiwi, honeydew and tangerine flavors. As if that weren't enough, toasty new oak carries it over the finish line. Dry and balanced, lots of quality here for the price.",Island Block,19,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2003 Island Block Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2003-island-block-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Murphy-Goode
14.5,Red,Italy,"Inspired by French winemaking and named after a Sicilian word for Bordeaux, this is a Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc based wine with loads of personality. You can't miss the vegetal notes on the nose that span from sweet peas to tomato leaf and are backed by plum, spice and those pretty almond notes present in so many Sicilian wines. Imported by Vias Imports.",Burdese,43,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2003 Burdese Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2003-burdese-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Planeta
14.5,White,US,"What a nice wine this is, fruity and wonderfully bright and crisp in citrus acidity. It doesn't taste very oaky, despite barrel fermentation, and that allows those pure Monterey peach, lime, apricot and papaya flavors to shine.",,18,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Saba 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,San Saba
15,Red,South Africa,"This atypical wine has aromas of licorice, hickory, dark red fruit, paprika and other dried spices. The tannins are firm, the mouthfeel is smooth and balanced, and the luscious fruit is laden with spice, harmonious oak and crushed rock flavors. An individual wine of unquestionable quality. Drink now–2014. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Jakkalsfontein,35,91,Swartland,,,Fairview 2003 Jakkalsfontein Shiraz (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2003-jakkalsfontein-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-swartland/,Shiraz,2003,Fairview
13,White,New Zealand,"Pungently herbal, but filled with grapefruit and a hint of peach at the same time, offering a wonderful balance of ripe fruit character with herbal, savory notes. Easy to drink: It's full and round in the mouth, with good persistence. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",,16,91,Marlborough,,,The Crossings 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,The Crossings
14.3,Red,US,"After years of buying grapes, Merry Edwards finally has her own vineyard in the Sonoma Coast. This young wine is high in acidity that offsets the ripe red and black cherry, mocha, cola and cinnamon spice flavors. It's elegant and complex now, and changes as it warms and breathes in the glass. There's a sugary sweetness on the finish.",Meredith Estate,48,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Merry Edwards 2003 Meredith Estate Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2003-meredith-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Merry Edwards
,Red,US,"I've liked Galante's Blackjack Cab for its balanced ageworthiness, one of the few south-of-San Francisco Cabs you can say that about. This vintage, the wine is big in fruit but tight in tannins and acids. Although decanting will soften it and a good steak will improve it, it's best left alone for at least a year, and should hold for the rest of this decade.",Blackjack Pasture,60,91,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2002 Blackjack Pasture Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2002-blackjack-pasture-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Galante
14.3,Red,US,"Shows the deft Phelps touch in the softly complex texture whose tannins are just as velvety as they come, and the ripe, pure fruit. The blackberry, cassis and red cherry flavors are enriched with vanilla and toast from oak. Drink this fine Cabernet now and through 2008.",,48,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Joseph Phelps
14.4,Red,US,"At more than four years of age, this Pinot still tastes fresh and lively. It has a juicy acidity that frames classic Russian River Pinot flavors of cherries, cola and rhubarb, and is dry and silky. There's still an edge of dusty tannins. Try this well-crafted wine with lamb or rib roast.",,28,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Belvedere 2001 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Belvedere
14,Red,Italy,"A deep, brooding and penetrating wine with licorice, fruit preserves, red rose and toasted notes applied in lavish layers. You might want to keep this bottle in the cellar for a few more years to let the tightly-weaved tannins relax.",Litra,70,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2003 Litra Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2003-litra-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
14.1,White,US,"Always elegantly sleek and dry, this year's Cuvée R, a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, shows citrus and flower flavors. Smooth and lively in the mouth, with crisp acidity. Barrel fermentation and sur lies aging make this wine unusually rich.",T-bar-T Cuvée R,24,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2004 T-bar-T Cuvée R White (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2004-t-bar-t-cuvee-r-white-sonoma-alexander-valley/,White Blend,2004,Iron Horse
14.5,Red,Chile,"A huge expression of Chilean Cab, which if you know the wine, is to be expected. Terrunyo pushes deep blackberry and violets on the nose, while the palate bursts with acidity that propels lasting dark flavors. On the spot, with a lot of heft and extraction. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Terrunyo,28,91,Pirque,,,Concha y Toro 2003 Terrunyo Cabernet Sauvignon (Pirque),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2003-terrunyo-cabernet-sauvignon-pirque/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Concha y Toro
14,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous and concentrated 60-40 Nero d'Avola-Cab Sauvignon blend with loads of exotic spice, cinnamon bread, blackberry and dark fruit. There's a touch of sweetness in the mouth followed by tight tannins and a long, penetrating finish. Sees 14 months in French oak. Imported by Winebow.",Cygnus,30,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2003 Cygnus Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2003-cygnus-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Tasca d'Almerita
14.5,Red,US,"All the work that the winery did for so many years with Pinot Noir is brought home with this delicate, elegant wine. It combines lovely Carneros cherry, pomegranate, cola and spice flavors with cool-climate acidity to produce a dry, silky table wine that's easy to like. It's not an ageable blockbuster, but will be irresistible now with roast duck, pork or salmon dishes.",,21,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Robert Mondavi
14,Red,Italy,"Gorgeous, rich and velvety, this Syrah boasts blueberry, almond, pistachio and delicate menthol notes that are usually difficult to draw out in hot climates. A flavor-rich and commanding wine with silky tannins. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Solinero,41,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2003 Solinero Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2003-solinero-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2003,Tenuta Rapitalà
15.1,Red,US,"What a great job Steven Kent is doing in Livermore Valley. This Cab carefully straddles the line between cool coastal and hot inland, and you can detect the winemaker's intelligent choices every step of the way. Dry, soft and complex, it's enormously satisfying in the balance of fruit, tannins and oak.",McGrail Vineyard,55,91,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2002 McGrail Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2002-mcgrail-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Steven Kent
11,Dessert,Italy,"The nice thing about Planeta's dessert wine is that it lacks the aromatic overstatement that Sicily's sweet wines are famous for. This is a more compact, clean and linear version with notes of pine nut, yellow rose petal, Sicilian oranges and honey. It's penetrating and textured in the mouth. Imported by Vias Imports.",Moscato di Noto,46,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2004 Moscato di Noto White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2004-moscato-noto-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Planeta
14,Red,Italy,"Hats off to Don Antonio and this tight, ripe and concentrated red that ages 12 months in oak. Leather, prunes, cherry, charcoal and wet earth shape a bold, blockbuster Sicilian red; wood tones add texture and richness in the mouth where the wine caresses with its silky tannins. Drink now. Imported by Winebow.",Don Antonio,28,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Morgante 2003 Don Antonio Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgante-2003-don-antonio-nero-davola-sicilia-56299/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Morgante
14,Red,Italy,"Sandwiched between Cefalé's postcard perfect beaches and western Sicily's Madonie Mountains, this estate benefits from cool and hot temperature extremes and frequent winds. Its flagship Cabernet Sauvignon is big and brawny, concentrated and inky with dark berry, charred meat and notes of deeply shaved cedar. Penetrating tannins add a dusty but firm quality.",Litra,70,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2002 Litra Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2002-litra-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
,White,Portugal,"Mendes specializes in Alvarinho in the far north of Portugal. With this powerful, intense wine he shows how good the grape can be and how good the 2005 vintage was. It's full-bodied and intense, with just a touch of mineral and spritz. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Muros Antigos,16,91,Vinho Verde,,,Anselmo Mendes 2005 Muros Antigos Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselmo-mendes-2005-muros-antigos-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2005,Anselmo Mendes
13.5,Red,Italy,"Nero d'Avola grapes for this flagship wine are picked from alberello-trained vines to make one of Sicily's most unique and distinctive wines. Instead of the standard ripe cherry and almond paste, here you get a deep, dark green vein with vegetal, rhubarb, herbal notes, chopped sage and fennel and loads of forest berry. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",Duca Enrico,50,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2001 Duca Enrico Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2001-enrico-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2001,Duca di Salaparuta
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A big, round Sauvignon Blanc, but it never seems too big or too bulky, instead delivering ripe melon, nectarine and gooseberry flavors crisply balanced by citrusy acids. Long and intense on the finish. Imported by The Australian Wine Connection.",,16,91,Marlborough,,,Forrest Estate 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forrest-estate-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Forrest Estate
14,Red,Italy,"Elsewhere in Italy, 2002 was considered too soggy for quality grapes, but not in Sicily. This wine is a true expression of the vintage with almonds and pistachio nuts, full red berry fruit and toasted notes over a long finish. Comprised of Nero d'Avola, with a tiny percentage of mystery grapes thrown in. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Mille e Una Notte,69,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2002 Mille e Una Notte Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2002-mille-e-una-notte-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2002,Donnafugata
14.5,Red,US,"Showing plenty of Santa Rita character at a fair price, this wine sure did get ripe during this hot vintage. It's showing powerfully extracted cherry pie, rosehip tea and coffee-cola flavors that flood the mouth, yet is dry and silky, with an elegant delicacy.",,20,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Casa Barranca 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-barranca-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Casa Barranca
14.5,Red,Chile,"A wine that's made only in top years, Viu 1 represents the best that Chile can do with Malbec. It's an old-vines heavyweight with a purple color, sweet coconut-tinged aromas, and luscious black cherry and baked plum flavors. It's rich, heady and wide. Moderately tannic but not so much that you can't drink it now. Imported by multiple importers.",Viu 1,50,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Viu 1 Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-1-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Viu Manent
14.1,Red,US,"Soft, cherried and voluptuous. It is three-quarters Merlot, with the balance Cabernet Sauvignon. The cherry, chocolate and cassis flavors make it instantly appealing, but it has a tannic intensity that will hold it for a good five years.",Claret,50,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Constant 2002 Claret Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/constant-2002-claret-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Constant
,White,US,"The winery's reserve Chard has a richly satisfying buttercream texture that frames ripe flavors of limes, peaches and pinepapples, ending in a spicy, honeyed finish. Crisp acidity makes the wine bright and clean.",Chamisal Vineyards Califa,38,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2004 Chamisal Vineyards Califa Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2004-chamisal-califa-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Alfred
,Red,US,"I discovered Bella a few years ago and was glad to find a Zin specialist with a real commitment to vineyard terroir. Bella's estate has produced a wonderfully dry Zin, as rich and balanced as a classic Cab, with Zin's briary, brambly fruit. This is really one of the best Zins out there right now.",Lily Hill Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2003 Lily Hill Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2003-lily-hill-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Bella
14.5,Red,US,"This is Pet in all its full-bodied glory. It's a dark, rich wine, stuffed with enormous plum, black currant, coffee and bitter chocolate flavors that finish absolutely dry. Despite the size, it achieves balance and harmony. This is one of the best Petite Sirahs I've had this year. Good now, and should hold for at least a decade.",Jardine,26,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2003 Jardine Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2003-jardine-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,Vina Robles
14.2,Red,US,"What a track record Byron has achieved with this single-vineyard wine, despite the hassles of ownership change. The '03 continues the tradition. It's rich and complex in cola, black cherry, coffee, cocoa and cinnamon spice flavors, with the silky elegance you want in a Pinot Noir. Drink now.",Nielson Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2003 Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2003-nielson-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Byron
,Red,US,"Pretty much a copy of last year, maybe a tad less opulent, this is a soft, balanced Cabernet that shows off Oakville's supreme ability to ripen fruit and tannins. It's a gentle, thoroughly dry wine, rich in black currant, cherry and mocha flavors, with a nice cut of acidity. Best in its youth, but should hold for 10 years.",,53,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Paradigm 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradigm-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Paradigm
14,Red,Italy,"Another blockbuster Sicilian Syrah from Spadafora that appears splendidly concentrated and inky with deep and penetrating toasted notes and aromas of prune, leather, pipe tobacco and granite. The wine sees 12 months of barrique aging, which gives it a silky, tight texture. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Syrah Schietto,42,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2002 Syrah Schietto Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2002-syrah-schietto-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2002,Principi di Spadafora
,Red,Portugal,"As a contrast to the great fruity straight Touriga Nacional from the same producer, this is a much drier, firmer wine. The tannins are very dry, packed with wood flavors as well as berry fruits and layers of acidity. A wine for aging, this needs a good 5 years.",Quinta do Alqueve Touriga Nacional Syrah,32,92,Ribatejano,,,Pinhal da Torre 2003 Quinta do Alqueve Touriga Nacional Syrah Red (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinhal-torre-2003-quinta-alqueve-touriga-nacional-syrah-red-ribatejano/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2003,Pinhal da Torre
14,Red,South Africa,"From a famed Stellenbosch estate comes another fantastic vintage of the Estate red. A blend of Cabernet (53%) and Shiraz (33%), with Merlot picking up the slack, this awesome wine shows all that the Stellenbosch region can be. Nearly black in color, the nose is awash with clove, cinnamon and coffee notes that don�t overpower the dark, plummy fruit. Its rich mouthfeel is loaded with dark plum and cassis flavors and sprinkled coffee grounds, ending in a long, earthy finish. Drink now and over the next 8 years. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Estate Wine,46,92,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2002 Estate Wine Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2002-estate-wine-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2002,Rust en Vrede
13.9,White,US,"Kirby Anderson, Gainey's longtime winemaker, has crafted this wonderfully rich, vibrant and expressive wine. Partially barrel fermented, but with no new oak, it has a creamy texture framing ripe flavors of apricots, peaches, lemons, limes and grapes. Drink it now for its youthful exuberance.",Limited Selection,20,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2004 Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2004-limited-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Gainey
13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Verdicchio grapes from the San Sisto vineyard are left on the vine until they have shriveled up and show signs of botrytis, or noble rot, and are harvested in late December to produce an impressive dessert wine with thick layers of aromas and flavor. The almond paste and honey backed by herbal notes and crisp acidity are simply irresistible.",Arkezia Muffa di San Sisto,65,92,Central Italy,Marche,,Fazi Battaglia 2001 Arkezia Muffa di San Sisto Verdicchio (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazi-battaglia-2001-arkezia-muffa-san-sisto-italian-white-verdicchio-marche/,Verdicchio,2001,Fazi Battaglia
,Red,US,"A young Syrah, dry and a bit numb in tannins. Cherry pie filling and raspberry purée flavors, with dustings of cinnamon sugar, vanilla and cocoa.",Edna Ranch,20,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2003 Edna Ranch Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2003-edna-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Tolosa
15,Red,US,"Petite Sirah seems a curious choice to grow in one of the coolest AVAs in California. This wine is bone dry and tannicly acidic, with a deeply attractive, ripe juiciness that's like the essence of black currants and chocolate-coated cherries. The wine is very young, but so beautifully balanced. Good now with big rich meats, but should hold and improve through this decade and longer.",Estate Grown,19,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wolff 2004 Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolff-2004-estate-grown-petite-sirah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Petite Sirah,2004,Wolff
,White,US,"Dobles lías, “double lees,” tells you this is a leesy wine, and that slight sour-creamy flavor dominates. This is a wine you love or don't. I find it refreshingly dry and complex, not a fruit bomb, but a dry, elegant Chard, in which new French oak adds enriching notes.",Dobles Lías Don Miguel Vineyard,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2003 Dobles Lías Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2003-dobles-lias-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Marimar Estate
13.8,Red,US,"Silky elegance marks this wine, with subtle flavorings of cola, red cherries, tobacco and cinnamon spice.",Laetitia Vineyard Clone 777,48,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Malvolio 2003 Laetitia Vineyard Clone 777 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malvolio-2003-laetitia-vineyard-clone-777-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Malvolio
,Red,Portugal,"A powerful, impressive wine, which brings together very ripe fruit and fine juicy acidity and solid tannins. The fruit is concentrated, black plums and a herbal layer. The aftertaste has acidity, but also ripeness.",Quinta do Alqueve,29,92,Ribatejano,,,Pinhal da Torre 2003 Quinta do Alqueve Touriga Nacional (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinhal-torre-2003-quinta-alqueve-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-ribatejano/,Touriga Nacional,2003,Pinhal da Torre
14.2,Red,US,"You have to wonder if the winemaker, who sold to Allied-Domecq in 2004, decided to make his Pinots fruitier to appeal to changing consumers tastes. Maybe it was the very hot vintage. In any case, this is more in keeping with California's superripe Pinots than Farrell's formerly tight, acidic ones, with excellent results. It's deliciously drinkable, although perhaps not so ageable.",Rochioli-Allen Vineyard,65,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Rochioli-Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-rochioli-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Gary Farrell
14,Red,Italy,"Here's a Nero d'Avola (with a small percentage of mystery grapes) that delivers the goods year after year: cinnamon, vanilla bean, pine nut, curry spice and leather round off a deeply concentrated and layered wine that sees 16 months of new French oak. Flavors are reminiscent of Indian spice and turmeric with tight, dusty tannins. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Mille e Una Notte,60,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Contessa Entellina,,Donnafugata 2003 Mille e Una Notte  (Contessa Entellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2003-mille-e-una-notte-red-contessa-entellina/,Red Blend,2003,Donnafugata
14.1,White,US,"Baileyana's Pinot Noirs from the cool Edna Valley are right up there with the best, and so is their Chardonnay. It shows off the region's typically bright acidity and pure, clean flavors of limes, kiwis and Asian pears, undergirded with a vibrant minerality.",Grand Firepeak Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2004 Grand Firepeak Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2004-grand-firepeak-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Baileyana
13,Red,Italy,"A wonderfully rich and concentrated Sicilian red that reflects the hard work of Fabio Sireci, who oversees 73 acres and is carefully dedicated to understanding the potential of each one. Shows intense red fruit with tobacco leaf, porcini and soft, chewy tannins. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Vrucara,32,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2003 Vrucara Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2003-vrucara-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Feudo Montoni
14.5,Red,US,"Almost as good as the '02 reserve, which costs three times as much, Peju's estate Cab is rich and complex and showcases Napa at its ripe, decadent best. It's deep and long in cassis and oak flavors and wonderfully balanced. A dry wine of great charm. Drink now  through 2008.",Estate Bottled,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2002 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2002-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Peju
14.5,Red,Chile,"The newest addition to the Terrunyo line is a single-vineyard Shiraz with high alcohol, ripe fruit and varietal correctness. The nose has some wild game and spice alongside big black-fruit aromas. The palate, meanwhile, is ripe as can be, with upbeat tannins and acidity. Huge but balanced. A winner. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Terrunyo Block 34,28,92,Cachapoal Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Terrunyo Block 34 Shiraz (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-terrunyo-block-34-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-cachapoal-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Concha y Toro
14,Red,Italy,"Rosso del Conte is a landmark Sicilian red that boasts deep and penetrating concentration, finesse with light berry fruit and mineral notes, and extraordinary intensity in the mouth. This is a profound wine that sees 18 months of French oak. The tannins are still tight, so drink after 2008. Imported by Winebow.",Rosso del Conte,49,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Contea di Sclafani,,Tasca d'Almerita 2003 Rosso del Conte Nero d'Avola (Contea di Sclafani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2003-rosso-conte-italian-red-nero-davola-contea-sclafani/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Tasca d'Almerita
14.5,White,US,"Here's the latest Mondavi Fumé in the frosted bottle. As always, it's super-dry and grassy, with kiwi, gooseberry, lemon and lime flavors. Oak barrels and sur lie aging have added rich textural complexities. What a sophisticated, polished wine.",,18,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2004 Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Robert Mondavi
14.5,Red,Chile,"The surprise of the moment from Chile has to be this full-throttle keg of dynamite Cabernet. It's a cellar wannabe with credentials. First off, it's brilliantly ripe, with forceful black cherry, cinnamon and wood spice on the palate. Huge tannins, poking acids and a couple of floors' worth of depth make it praiseworthy. Imported by Cabernet Corporation.",Axel,20,92,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2003 Axel Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2003-axel-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,La Playa
13.8,White,US,"Made white Bordeaux-style, with barrel fermentation in partially new French oak and aged sur lies, this vineyard bottling is always interesting, but the '04 is one of the best. It's rich and creamy, with complex flavors of Meyer lemon, ripe fig, honeydew, crushed pineapple and peppery spice. Yet for all that, it's quite dry. Don't overchill, or you'll miss the nuances.",Fig Tree Vineyard,16,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2004 Fig Tree Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2004-fig-tree-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Quivira
14,Red,Chile,"One of the more legendary wines from Chile, one we look forward to reviewing. The '03 model is almost mossy and beet-based on the nose, but give that denseness a pass and head to the luscious black cherry and licorice that layers the palate. Heady stuff for certain; drink within a few years. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Manso de Velasco Viejas Viñas,32,92,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2003 Manso de Velasco Viejas Viñas Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2003-manso-velasco-viejas-vinas-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Miguel Torres
14.9,Red,US,"Madrona does a good job with mountain Zin, and for their anniversary they pulled out all the stops. The wine is exceptionally balanced, showing none of the excess that can mar Foothills Zin. Dry, delicious in spice, cocoa and berry flavors and rich in fine, smooth tannins, it's drinking well now and should be best in its vibrant youth. Try with a very fine steak.",30th Anniversary,38,92,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 2003 30th Anniversary Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-2003-30th-anniversary-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2003,Madroña
14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a delicate, polished and graceful wine that paints one of the most attractive portraits yet of the Nero d'Avola grape. Although some have criticized the fact its alcohol has increased over the last few years (now 14.5%), I would argue that its power is well integrated within its multifaceted and well-composed whole. Imported by Vias Imports.",Santa Cecilia,43,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2003 Santa Cecilia Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2003-santa-cecilia-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Planeta
14.6,White,US,"As good as Clos Pegase's 2003 regular Chardonnay was, this is richer, more complex and more satisfying. It's an oaky wine, with buttered toast and caramel layers on top of tropical fruit flavors. Somehow, acidity pulls it all together, and the wine is balanced. Best now through 2007.",Artist Series Reserve Mitsuko's Vineyard,36,92,California,Napa,Napa-Carneros,Clos Pegase 2003 Artist Series Reserve Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa-Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2003-artist-series-reserve-mitsukos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Clos Pegase
13.7,White,US,"The vines date to the early 1970s, and the vineyard is on the valley floor near Calistoga. Winemaker Bruce Devlin worked at Boschendal, South Africa's first winery to barrel ferment Chenin Blanc. Dry and crisp, this wine shows wildflower and citrus flavors, and a sweet, green-pea note with an edge of toasted wood. Not only is this an elegant table white, it should evolve over the next five to seven years.",Pocai Vineyard Old Vines,14,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2005 Pocai Vineyard Old Vines Chenin Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2005-pocai-vineyard-old-vines-chenin-blanc-napa-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Ballentine
14.5,Red,US,"As good as this wine is now, and it's very satisfying, it possesses enough integrity for the long haul. It's light in color, like a Burgundy, and silky, with complex cherry, mocha and oak flavors that are edged with fine, dusty tannins. It will hold and improve for a decade, peaking around 2009.",Ryan Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2003 Ryan Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2003-ryan-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2003,Calera
14,Red,Italy,"If one man is to be named producer of Sicily's best Syrah, that honor must go to Francesco Spadafora. This monumental wine is a thick, inky-black bruiser that delivers a big rush of flavor: thick ripe cherry, tobacco, leather, smoked ham, cracked black pepper, charcoal, cedar wood and the list goes on. Intense, delightful and complex, the tannins are soft as silk and the flavors, multilayered. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Sole dei Padri,80,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2002 Sole dei Padri Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2002-sole-padri-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2002,Principi di Spadafora
14.8,Red,US,"Easily the best of La Rochelle's three Pinots, with a zesty acidity that frames ripe cherries, pomegranates, cola, oak and citrus zest. The Arroyo Seco is an under-appreciated appellation in Salinas Valley, while the clonal mix of this wine consists of older selections, not today's cleaned-up Dijon specimens. This is a complex, addictive Pinot. Best now and for a few years.",Classic Clones,38,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,La Rochelle 2003 Classic Clones Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2003-classic-clones-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2003,La Rochelle
14.4,White,US,"Soliloquy was a hit from the very start and the wine has become steadily more interesting and complex as the sourcing shifted to Oakville. Now 100% single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from the Musqué clone, it's dry, elegant and crisp, with a ripe finish to the fig, Key lime and white peach flavors. Sur lies aging adds a mouthwatering creaminess.",Soliloquy,25,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Flora Springs 2004 Soliloquy Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2004-soliloquy-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Flora Springs
14,Red,US,"There are Pinots that are darker in color and fuller in body in California, but few approach this bottling in complexity or apparent ageability. The airy, silky texture holds a wealth of flavors, ranging from red cherries, pomegranates, rhubarb and espresso to cola and vanilla spice. This is a Burgundian-styled wine that will improve through 2012.",Reed Vineyard,48,93,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2002 Reed Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2002-reed-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2002,Calera
,White,US,"Takes the firm, flinty steeliness and tangy acidity of Edna Valley fruit to new heights, with powerful yet nuanced Key lime, kiwi and tart green apple flavors and a rich, creamy, not-too-oaky mouthfeel.",Firepeak Vineyard El Gordo,30,93,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2004 Firepeak Vineyard El Gordo Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2004-firepeak-vineyard-el-gordo-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Baileyana
14.4,Red,US,"The aromatics on this wine are so inviting. This is a huge Pinot, young, dry and sappy at this time, with grape, cola, rhubarb, black cherry and rosehip tea flavors, set off by crisp acids and silky tannins. Despite the size, it maintains a complex elegance. It's very good now, but will benefit from a few years in the bottle.",Klopp Ranch,48,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2003 Klopp Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2003-klopp-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Merry Edwards
14.1,Red,US,"Constant produces intense red wines that are destined to age, and this one is no exception. It drinks well now despite sizable tannins because it's so soft and sophisticated,  but easily has the balance for the long haul. With its tremendously ripe black currant fruit, it should  develop bottle complexities through 2015.",Diamond Mountain Vineyard,85,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Constant 2002 Diamond Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/constant-2002-diamond-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Constant
,Red,US,"Massive, dense, oaky young Syrah, rich and impressive in ripe fruit. The cherries, raspberries and sweet milk chocolate are delicious, and complexed with darker, animal notes that, with the tannins, give the wine weight and gravity.",Kalanna,44,94,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 2003 Kalanna Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-2003-kalanna-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Kynsi
14.8,Red,US,"From a small estate vineyard comes this lush, complex and delicious 100% Cabernet. It's concentrated in cassis flavors enhanced with oak, and displays classic Napa tannins that are rich, ripely sweet and ageworthy. It's a joy to see veteran Raymond continue to produce great Cabernet in Napa Valley.",Reserve,50,94,California,Napa,St. Helena,Raymond 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Raymond
,Red,US,"Cosentino is one of Napa's most consistent Cabernet producers. The CE2V, a vineyard bottling, always shows vintage variation. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, the '02 is a great success, immensely rich in concentrated cassis fruit, and totally dry. The tannins are extensive, but soft and complex in the modern style. This is a wine to drink now and over the next 15 years.",CE2V Meritage,100,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2002 CE2V Meritage Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2002-ce2v-meritage-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,M. Cosentino
14.35,White,US,"From the coolest part of Green Valley, this wonderfully rich Chardonnay has a steely crispness that hits the palate like a laser. The pineapple, apple, kiwi and lime flavors, enhanced with smoky oak, are complex and satisfying. This is a high-class wine that deserves to be served with gourmet fare.",Dutton Palms Vineyard,45,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2004 Dutton Palms Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2004-palms-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Dutton Estate
14.5,Red,US,"Enormously aromatic, endlessly complex, this is one of the best Calera Pinots. It feels full and complete, despite the elegantly light silkiness in the mouth, and the crisp acids and dusty tannins that frame cherry, cola, rhubarb, pomegranate, coffee and vanilla spice flavors. Enjoyable now, this wine thankfully strikes a different direction from today's heavy, overly ripe Pinots. Drink now through 2012.",Jensen Vineyard,53,95,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2002 Jensen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2002-jensen-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2002,Calera
,Red,US,"Tremendous depth and complexity, with red and black stone fruits, berries, spices and herbs. Layers of anise, chocolate, oak. Tannins are rich, thick, soft and negotiable now. Huge wine.",Seymour's,,95,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Alban 2003 Seymour's Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alban-2003-seymours-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Alban
,White,US,"Richly creamy, the flavors suggest dried peaches and mangoes and a buttery, vanilla-rich pineapple crème brûlée, with a complex spicebox finish.",Hillside Vineyard,45,95,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wedell Cellars 2002 Hillside Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-2002-hillside-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Wedell Cellars
14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Sicilians are notorious for an insatiable sweet tooth and a talent for making dessert wines: Hands down, the best of the best is Ben Ryé. The aromatic layers are infinite: maple syrup, orange zest, almond paste, dried banana and crème caramel. This amber-colored dessert wine is dessert on its own. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Ben Ryé,38,95,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Pantelleria,,Donnafugata 2004 Ben Ryé  (Passito di Pantelleria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2004-ben-rye-muscat-zibibbo-passito-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2004,Donnafugata
14.3,White,US,"This tiny-production, best-of-barrels bottling is  ncredibly rich, and not unlike grand cru Burgundy. There are similarities in the Baroque structure and complex, layered lemondrop flavors that new oak so flatters. There's a tight, minerally acidity; it's a little leesy-sour right now, and all the parts haven't come together, but for sheer dazzle, you can't beat it. Cellar until the end of 2006 and drink through 2008.",Diamond T Estate Cuvée Audrey,75,96,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 2002 Diamond T Estate Cuvée Audrey Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2002-diamond-t-estate-cuvee-audrey-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2002,Talbott
14.5,White,US,"The fruit is massive, succulent in pineapple custard, Key lime pie and roasted coconut, and the oak is also powerful in new, charred character. There there's the brilliant acidity that makes it all work.",Rosemary's Vineyard,44,96,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2003 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2003-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Talley
14.4,Red,US,"Extremely complex, and while it shows powerful red cherry, cola, rhubarb and tea flavors, it maintains the essential elegance that Pinot requires. The acidity is wonderful. Vey, very dry. So balanced, so layered, so drinkable.",La Colline,60,96,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2004 La Colline Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2004-colline-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Laetitia
9.8,Dessert,Argentina,"Heavy, with aromas of cornflakes and peach syrup. Unctuous and chunky as can be, with sweetness dialed up to the max. Finishes like a bull in a China shop, with canned pear, honey and raw sugar.",Cosecha de Otoño,72,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2003 Cosecha de Otoño Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2003-cosecha-otono-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Weinert
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"There are many failings here: reductive, volatile, unbalanced acidity. But just somewhere there is a small streak of orange marmalade.",20-year old tawny,50,80,Port,,,Quinta das Heredias NV 20-year old tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-heredias-nv-20-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta das Heredias
15.5,Red,US,"This wine has rhubarb and cranberry aromas marred by pickle juice. In the mouth it's better, with dark, extracted flavors of cranberry and oak spice. Finishes hot and tannic.",,26,80,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Balistreri 2003 Cabernet Franc (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balistreri-2003-cabernet-franc-grand-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Balistreri
12.5,Red,US,"Thin and lean, with moderate flavors of red berry and green weedy notes.",Proprietors Reserve,,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2002 Proprietors Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2002-proprietors-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Palmer
13.2,White,US,"Nice tropical fruit and citrus aromas waft from the glass, picking up pine along the way. Strong acids put this wine firmly on the tart side, and flavors of lemon/lime gatorade will have your mouth puckering.",,16,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2004-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Macari
12.6,Red,US,"Macari seems to have trouble getting Cabernet Franc ripe, as this wine shows. Tomato and  vegetal aromas mix with pickle barrel, while the palate is tart and vegetal.",Unfiltered,24,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2003 Unfiltered Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2003-unfiltered-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Macari
13.5,Red,US,"Horsey and earthy in the nose, this wine is a nice effort that falls short. Medium in weight, with a smooth feel and nice tannin, blueberry flavors are overcome by mushroom and red cabbage, turning even weirder on the finish.",,19,80,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2003 Merlot (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2003-merlot-pennsylvania/,Merlot,2003,Chaddsford
18,Port/Sherry,Italy,"Dark amber in color with golden reflections, this is a sweet Marsala redolent of maple syrup, brown sugar, almond, pine resin and dried fruit. There's a prominent vein of exotic spice that carries over to the mouth and rides over a long finish. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Vino Marsala Fine Ambra Sweet,12,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Marsala,,Cantine Florio NV Vino Marsala Fine Ambra Sweet  (Marsala),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-florio-nv-vino-marsala-fine-ambra-sweet-white-marsala/,White Blend,,Cantine Florio
12.5,White,Italy,"Benanti's unique Etna whites are distinguished by a candy-like, almost bubble gum note. This blend of Carricante and Chardonnay exhibits citrus candy, mineral and floral notes that are so  mported by Vino Bravo.",Edélmio,22,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2003 Edélmio White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2003-edelmio-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2003,Benanti
14.5,Red,US,"Robust and full-bodied, this will do well with a nice steak. It's dry, with a softly tannic mouthfeel framing black cherry, blackberry and coffee flavors. Not likely to improve, so drink now through the end of the year.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Provenance Vineyards 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Provenance Vineyards
13.5,Red,Chile,"Start with the bouquet of crushed violet petals, tar, black olive and berry, and then move on to the forward, ripe palate that stays the course courtesy of firm tannins. Finishes a bit hollow, but with piercing coffee and dark chocolate accents. Imported by Apollo Fine Wines & Spirits.",Reserve El Delirio,11,87,Maule Valley,,,Botalcura 2003 Reserve El Delirio Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2003-reserve-el-delirio-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Botalcura
,Red,Italy,"A slightly more subdued Sicilian Syrah with notes of toasted espresso bean, berry fruit and some white peppercorn. Nothing is overwhelming about the wine and that's what makes it nice. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",,8,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2004 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2004,Feudo Arancio
13,White,South Africa,"A ripe nose of tropical fruit, honey and baked apple leads to more of the same in the mouth, plus some spicy fruit and citrus pith. Full-bodied for a Sauvignon Blanc; pair it with grilled shrimp. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",,13,87,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Beau Joubert
14.3,White,US,"Grown in this cool appellation, this Spanish variety is crisp in acidity and bone dry, a refreshing sipper that shows flavors of citrus zest not unlike a Sauvignon Blanc, but fuller-bodied.",,17,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,York Mountain Winery 2003 Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2003-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2003,York Mountain Winery
13.9,Red,US,"At five years-plus, this Cab is beginning to shed its aggressive tannins, allowing rich cassis, currant and oaky flavors to emerge. It's still pretty tannic, though, and very dry, but it's balanced enough to enjoy with a good steak.",Healdsburg Ranches,26,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Belvedere 2000 Healdsburg Ranches Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2000-healdsburg-ranches-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Belvedere
,White,Italy,"Run by brothers Diego and Alberto, Cusumano consistently delivers some of Sicily's best-valued red and white wine year after year. This delicate white, made from the island's native Insolia variety, goes down particularly well thanks to its white flower and almond paste aromas. It is clean and refreshing in the mouth but has just enough build and intensity to remind you of its sunny, Sicilian roots. Yet the wine is not overwhelming in any way and that's what makes it such a good match to pasta or fish dishes.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2005 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2005-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2005,Cusumano
14.6,Red,US,"Shows true Central Coast Pinot character in the high acidity, lightly silky texture and polished flavors of red cherries, cola, vanilla and spicy white pepper.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,York Mountain Winery 2003 Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,York Mountain Winery
13,White,Germany,"My colleagues tell me I'm being too harsh on this wine, but I just don't get it. It's good, but rather austere and unyielding, despite having ripe citrus flavors. There's also a grassy, herbal note that detracts from the purity of the Riesling fruit. Imported by Classical Wines.",Rauenthal Nonnenberg QbA,50,85,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 2004 Rauenthal Nonnenberg QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-2004-rauenthal-nonnenberg-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Georg Breuer
14.6,Red,US,"The winery's tech sheet describes this wine, made from very old vines, as having no residual sugar, but it certainly tastes a little sweet. There's a sugary edge to the wealth of cherry compote, black raspberry tea and vanilla flavors. Try with barbecue smothered in sauce.",,24,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Holdredge 2004 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holdredge-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Holdredge
14,Red,Chile,"Black olive, herbs and crude oil create an incredibly dark nose, while the ripe, meaty palate is loaded with berry fruit and chocolate. Finishes hefty and powerful, but where's the nuance? Where's the additional layers? They're not here. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Santa Digna Reserve,12,85,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2004 Santa Digna Reserve Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2004-santa-digna-reserve-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Miguel Torres
14.5,Red,Chile,"For Chilean Zinfandel, which isn't something you see every day, it has its positives. The nose is a bit sheer, with grape skins, citrus peel and coffee making their mark. Scratchy raspberry flavors seem sugary, while the finish is full of mocha and vanilla. Overt, creamy, sweet and pretty good as a whole.",Reserva,,85,Central Valley,,,Millaman 2002 Reserva Zinfandel (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millaman-2002-reserva-zinfandel-central-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Millaman
13.5,White,South Africa,"Moderate white stone fruit aromas lead to greener flavors of asparagus,  edamame and gooseberry. This is a wine with a lot of kick, but finishes on the tangy side. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,18,85,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Neil Ellis
13.5,White,US,"Gallo scores with this ripe, creamy Chard. It fills the mouth with tropical fruit, vanilla custard and woodspice flavors. Not a complex wine, it's a guaranteed crowd pleaser.",Reserve,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Valley Vineyards 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-valley-vineyards-2004-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley-55438/,Chardonnay,2004,Napa Valley Vineyards
9.5,White,New Zealand,"Round and fleshy in texture, this blended Riesling evinces no hard edges. Petrol and mineral scents are followed by modest melon flavors. Drink now. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,13,85,East Coast,,,Giesen 2004 Riesling (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-2004-riesling-east-coast/,Riesling,2004,Giesen
,White,Portugal,"A low-alcohol (9.5%), apéritif style of Vinho Verde, which certainly has some sweetness, but which also balances it with plenty of  crisp, green fruit flavors. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Famega,7,85,Vinho Verde,,,Caves da Cerca 2005 Famega White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-cerca-2005-famega-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Caves da Cerca
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Smells lovely, with perfumed, floral notes elevating the ripe cherry scents, but doesn't quite follow through on the palate, where the flavors turn herbal and cranberryish. Tart, with crisp acidity on the finish. Imported by Davies & Co.",,20,85,Marlborough,,,Tohu 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tohu-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tohu
,Red,US,"Simple but satisfying, with classic structure. It's very dry, with a silky-smooth texture and satisfying cherry, cola and vanilla flavors that finish in a swirl of peppery spice.",,20,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Valley of the Moon 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Valley of the Moon
12,White,South Africa,"This straw-colored wine has grassy aromas of cat pee and asparagus, a precursor to the zesty, lively mouthfeel. Peach and green apple show in the mouth, but  overall, it seems more green than tropical. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,15,85,Coastal Region,,,Spice Route 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-2005-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Spice Route
14,White,New Zealand,"Smoky and nutty on the nose, with ample oak layered over buttered corn and a hint of mint. It's a pleasant enough wine, but lacks the richness and flavor on the midpalate to raise it to  nother level. Smoke and melon on the finish. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,25,85,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2004 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2004-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Spy Valley
13,Red,Italy,"This wine is harder to read due to a metallic smell that rides parallel to pistachio nut and cherry fruit aromas. It's lean and clean in the mouth with a short, spicy finish.",Nicasio,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi di San Giuliano 2004 Nicasio Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-giuliano-2004-nicasio-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Feudi di San Giuliano
,White,Italy,"Clean and sharp, with citrus rind, stone fruit and almond paste flavors. Correct albeit uneventful in the mouth, with medium intensity and depth. Imported by Vinarium Inc.",,17,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Fazio 2004 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazio-2004-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2004,Fazio
14.3,Red,US,"To me this is the least of La Rochelle's current Pinot lineup. It shows plenty of ripe Pinot fruit and silky tannins, but there's a baked, one-dimensional character to the cherries. The wine is excessively soft.",,34,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,La Rochelle 2003 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,La Rochelle
13.9,Red,US,"Full-bodied and dry, this nice Syrah has a streak of ripe plum and blackberry fruit, with a spicy finish. It will be good with lamb or steak.",Barrel Select,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Casa Barranca 2003 Barrel Select Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-barranca-2003-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Casa Barranca
12.5,White,South Africa,"Almost creamy, despite its lively acidity, this SB offers tropical fruit flavors and white pepper, finishing with pear and more spice. Simple but enjoyable; would go well with summer salads. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,11,85,Western Cape,,,Fish Hoek 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fish-hoek-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fish Hoek
14.2,Red,Chile,"Round and burly, with a ton of color and plenty of berry fruit aromas. The mouth is equally big and forward, with cherry, berry and herb flavors. Full and layered, with popping acidity. Not too refined but lively. Imported by Sovereign Wine Imports.",Alcance,15,85,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2004 Alcance Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2004-alcance-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Calina
13,White,Italy,"Toasted walnut and woodshop notes conceal many of the exotic fruit aromas. Despite the strong oak-derived aromas here, this is cleansing and fresh in the mouth. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Piana del Ginolfo,24,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2004 Piana del Ginolfo Viognier (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2004-piana-ginolfo-viognier-sicilia/,Viognier,2004,Baglio di Pianetto
13.5,White,US,"There's lots of oak on this ripe wine, which has forward tropical fruit and spice flavors and a richly creamy texture from barrel fermentation. It's a bit simple, though.",,28,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Bouchaine
14.4,Red,US,"Seems a bit pricey for what you get, which is a dry, clean red table wine with sturdy tannins and good cherry, herb, cocoa and oak flavors. At its best now, this Merlot will complement beef and lamb dishes",,26,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2004 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2004-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2004,Andretti
12.5,White,US,"From the spearmint gum aroma, you can tell this wine finishes slightly sweet, and so it does. But the clean acidity keeps it balanced. Would be nice with a salad of mixed greens and smoked trout.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2005 Fumé Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2005-sauvignon-blanc-fume-central-coast-paso-robles/,Fumé Blanc,2005,Castoro Cellars
14,White,Chile,"Sweet melon aromas mixed with mango are friendly and persistent. Full in the mouth, with a bit of creaminess accenting spice-infused melon and apple flavors. Meets the requirements of a solid Gewürz. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",,7,85,Curicó Valley,,,Carmen 2005 Gewürztraminer (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2005-gewurztraminer-curico-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Carmen
14.7,Red,US,"Here's a nice, easy Pinot for everyday drinking. It's dry and elegant, with an earthiness to the cherry, rhubarb and cola flavors. Drink this spicy wine now.",,20,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Waterstone 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Waterstone
13.5,White,US,"On the soft and sweet side, with the flavor of extremely ripe white peaches drizzled with vanilla, caramel and buttercream. What this New World Chard lacks in complexity it makes up for in sheer, lip-smacking deliciousness.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Hangtime 2003 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hangtime-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Hangtime
12,White,US,"Shows real Gewürz character in the ripe peach, apricot, pineapple and vanilla flavors and blast of cinnamon-nutmeg spice. High acidity balances the sweetness, making the wine pleasantly clean and refreshing. Very nice as a pre-dinner drink, or with Asian food.",Valley Oaks,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2005 Valley Oaks Gewürztraminer (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2005-valley-oaks-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Fetzer
8.5,White,Germany,"Smells ripe and rich, with scents of baked apples and pineapples and a trace of honey, and the wine is plump in the mouth, full of citrus and melon flavors. Yet for some reason this sample lacked zip and verve to balance the fruit, ending somewhat short.",Scharzhofberger Kabinett,22,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2004 Scharzhofberger Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2004-scharzhofberger-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
11.5,White,Italy,"Corvo's well-known Insolia-Grecanico white blend is rich with peach and floral notes and is totally uncomplicated. It's clean and refreshing in the mouth, easy to drink but not totally anonymous thanks to its Sicilian core. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",Bianco,9,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Corvo 2005 Bianco White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvo-2005-bianco-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Corvo
13,White,Tunisia,"Sicily's Calatrasi is also present in Tunisia - a marriage between North Africa and Italian winemaking styles - to produce unique wines, like this white, redolent of white flowers, stone fruit and a touch of something plastic or gummy in the background. This is otherwise a balanced wine with spice on the close.",Selian,,85,Tunisia,,,Domaine Neferis 2005 Selian White (Tunisia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-neferis-2005-selian-white/,White Blend,2005,Domaine Neferis
13,White,South Africa,"From this still-young maritime ward comes a zesty, pungent wine. Aromas of asparagus and gooseberry lead to flavors of citrus and mineral with a touch of fresh green herb. Medium-bodied, with zesty acidity throughout. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,20,85,Elim,,,The Berrio 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Elim),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berrio-2005-sauvignon-blanc-elim/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,The Berrio
13.9,Red,US,"Shows plenty of coastal Cabernet character at a fair price. Sure, it's a bit rough, but the cherry-berry flavors, smooth tannins and kiss of oak will nicely accompany foods calling for a dry, full-bodied red wine.",Angeline,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Martin Ray 2003 Angeline Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2003-angeline-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Martin Ray
12.5,White,US,"Off dry and fruity, this clean wine is balanced by ample acidity. The peach, papaya, honeysuckle, apricot, vanilla and oriental spice flavors are savory. Good job from K-J.",Vintner's Reserve,10,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2005 Vintner's Reserve Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2005-vintners-reserve-riesling-other/,Riesling,2005,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,White,Italy,This is an interesting blend between a powerhouse white grape from the north and one from the south of Italy. It's sweet smelling with notes of aromatic flowers and exotic fruit and has an almost Moscato-like soapy fragrance. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.,Pinot Grigio Grecanico,9,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2005 Pinot Grigio Grecanico White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2005-pinot-grigio-grecanico-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,MandraRossa
,White,US,"Without showing the richness of prior vintages, this year's bottling is earthy and crisp and very dry. It has a steely minerality and modest fruit that suggests green apples and pineapples.",CE2V,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2004 CE2V Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2004-ce2v-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,M. Cosentino
19,Dessert,US,"Try this sweet, soft, simple sipper, with its flavors of crème de cassis, rum and cola, and sugared coffee, with crunchy butter cookies or pound cake.",Feliz #62 Zinfandel,32,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2004 Feliz #62 Zinfandel Port (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2004-feliz-62-zinfandel-port-blend-port-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Port,2004,Brutocao
14,White,Chile,"It's not a stretch to say that this is the model for blue-plate value Chilean Chardonnay. The soft nose offers pear and hazelnut, while the open palate is geared toward apples, pears and toast. A known entity, but good in its category. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",120,8,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2005 120 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2005-120-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Santa Rita
13,Red,New Zealand,"Yes, this value-priced Pinot is slightly herbal, but it's also got some pretty cherry fruit and a plump, appealing mouthfeel. With its delicate fruit and slightly drying finish, this won't last, so drink up before the end of the year. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Vicar's Choice,13,85,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2004 Vicar's Choice Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2004-vicars-choice-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Saint Clair
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This lightweight Sauvignon is built on the grassy side, with herbal overtones only partially rounded out by modest passion fruit and peach on the midpalate. Despite some citrusy notes, it finishes soft, rather than bracing. Imported by New Zealand Wine Imports.",,20,85,Marlborough,,,Terrace Heights Estate 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrace-heights-estate-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Terrace Heights Estate
12,White,Germany,"A good buy in dry Riesling, this light to medium-bodied wine boasts nicely balanced flavors of citrus, green apple and herbs and a zesty, lemony finish that will perk up jaded palates this summer. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Riesling QbA Trocken 1 Liter,12,85,Rheinhessen,,,Köster-Wolf 2004 Riesling QbA Trocken 1 Liter Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koster-wolf-2004-riesling-qba-trocken-1-liter-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2004,Köster-Wolf
13.5,Red,US,"Robust and full-bodied, what this lacks in finesse and delicacy it makes up for in ripe fruit flavor. Cherries, black raspberries and chocolate mingle on the palate, finishing long and spicy.",Fagan Creek Block 38 Reserve,50,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2004 Fagan Creek Block 38 Reserve Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2004-fagan-creek-block-38-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Hagafen
12,White,Italy,"The nose is slightly muted and mineral but does open to peach, melon, almond paste and supple apple and peach aromas. Lively marzipan flavors appear in the mouth. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Carjcanti,20,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 2004 Carjcanti White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-2004-carjcanti-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Gulfi
13,White,Italy,"This white blend offers exotic fruit, almond and some banana on the nose; the alcohol notes seem a bit pungent as it warms in the glass.The wine is lean and crisp in the mouth. Imported by Vin Divino.",Alcamo,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2005 Alcamo White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2005-alcamo-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Cusumano
13,White,South Africa,"Strange, dry aromas of peanut shell are off-putting, but the wine comes back with flavors of cashews and white fruit. Dry, with good acidity, it finishes with hints of spice. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",,12,85,Western Cape,,,Backsberg 2005 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2005-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Backsberg
14,Red,US,"If you're tired of sweet, soft California reds, turn here. The wine is dry and acidic. It's also a bit hot, with a baked fruit, raisiny edge to the cherry fruit, but it does have an elegant complexity. Drink now.",Ashley's Vineyard,30,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2004 Ashley's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2004-ashleys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Carr
14.5,Red,US,"This is the first Raye's Hill Bordeaux wine I've tasted, and it's pretty good. Merlot brings a cherried softness, while Cabernet contributes cassis and a tannic backbone. Drink now through 2008.",Red Wine Meritage,26,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Raye's Hill 2003 Red Wine Meritage Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rayes-hill-2003-red-wine-meritage-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Raye's Hill
13,Red,New Zealand,"There's isn't much Pinot Noir being grown in Hawke's Bay, but this bottling is solid, offering up slightly briary scents of plum and black cherries that carry slightly feral notes. Medium-weight on the palate, with supple tannins. Imported by Klassen Wines.",Cellar Selection,16,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Sileni 2004 Cellar Selection Pinot Noir (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-2004-cellar-selection-pinot-noir-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sileni
8.5,White,Germany,"Scents of fresh greens--perhaps fern fronds--quickly give way to flavors of superripe apples and honey. Yet the wine retains a light, feathery mouthfeel, turning drier on the finish, with a slight sense of sourness at the end.",Erdener Treppchen Kabinett No. 11,18,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitges 2004 Erdener Treppchen Kabinett No. 11 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitges-2004-erdener-treppchen-kabinett-no-11-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Schmitges
13.5,White,Chile,"Plump and oaky, with a lot of butter running alongside apple and pear fruit. In many ways, it's a common profile, one you see all the time from Chile. The body of the wine is round and fruity, while the oak is forward and adds a lot of cream and vanilla. Imported by Halby Marketing.",Reserve,9,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2004-reserve-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Santa Alicia
12.5,White,Germany,"Floral and apple-y on the nose, providing textbook Riesling aromas. Crisp green apple and lime flavors continue the theme, accented on the finish by racy acids. With its modest weight on the palate, this is a dry, refreshing summer drink. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Riesling Trocken,14,86,Rheingau,,,Prinz 2004 Riesling Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-2004-riesling-trocken-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Prinz
,White,Italy,"A round, soft and easy white with stone fruit aromatics and crisp mineral tones that add dimension to the nose. This is an easy-to-drink wine and a classic pairing partner to non-fussy dishes like grilled chicken breast or roasted vegetables.",,18,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principe di Corleone 2004 Inzolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corleone-2004-italian-white-inzolia-sicilia/,Inzolia,2004,Principe di Corleone
13.5,Red,South Africa,"From an area formerly known for wheat and tobacco comes this co-op produced premium wine. This Pinotage is inky-purple in color with fresh, grapy whiffs of dark berry and spice, with lemony overtones. Full-bodied and creamy in the mouth, it has flavors of spice, purple fruit and straw with a lemony-citrus finish. Imported by Hemingway & Hale.",Indalo,14,86,Swartland,,,Swartland 2003 Indalo Pinotage (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swartland-2003-indalo-pinotage-swartland/,Pinotage,2003,Swartland
13,White,South Africa,"There is some peanut shell to the nose, but also banana and citrus. Medium-full in the mouth, the wine is smooth, with citrus flavors tempered by spice and nut. Picks up some lime on the sweet finish. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Estate,12,86,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2005 Estate Chenin Blanc (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2005-estate-chenin-blanc-paarl/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Seidelberg
13.5,White,Italy,"The nice orange blossom and peach tones reflect a precise and clean winemaking approach. You'll get orange and cream in the mouth, and a crisp finish. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,9,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2005 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2005-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2005,MandraRossa
13,White,US,"Here's a smooth sipper that shows why PG is so popular lately, and the price is a bargain. It's a dry wine, with complex, tart green apple, citrus and spice flavors. High acidity really makes those tastebuds whistle.",Valley Oaks,9,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2005 Valley Oaks Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2005-valley-oaks-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Fetzer
12.5,Red,Italy,"Everyone recognizes the Corvo brand but few of us are familiar with the three indigenous grapes that make up this popular Sicilian blend: Nero d'Avola, Nerello Mascalese and Pignatello. Together they offer cherry, blueberry, pomegranate and plum with a touch of minerality and soft tannins.",Rosso,9,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Corvo 2004 Rosso Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvo-2004-rosso-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Corvo
13.5,White,Italy,"Floral and deeply aromatic; delivers lactic or rubber-like notes typical of the variety plus lemon pie, toasted almond and stone fruit. Distant herb notes round off a simple, fresh white.",Terre di Ginestra,19,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2003 Terre di Ginestra Catarratto (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2003-terre-ginestra-italian-white-catarratto-sicilia/,Catarratto,2003,Calatrasi
14,Red,Chile,"Deep in color, with dense blueberry, coffee and spice aromas. Very firm and dense, with extruding tannins that push cola, berry and plum flavors. A touch of heat and glycerol on the finish frame berry essence. This wine kicks it up a notch. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Reserve,16,86,Maule Valley,,,Arauco 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arauco-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Arauco
13.5,White,Italy,"Bolla's Sicilian wines hit the right marks and this white version (85% Grillo and 15% Chard) is informal and easy to drink with a thick consistency, and loads of banana, pineapple and exotic fruit. Imported by Brown-Forman Corp.",Grillo,9,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Bolla 2004 Grillo White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2004-grillo-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Bolla
12,White,Germany,"Seems a bit too big and bulky in the mouth, with a touch of warmth on the finish, but has plenty of pluses as well, showing more minerality and complexity than many wines in this price range. Hints of honey, petrol and smoke intertwine with melon and pineapple fruit. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Halbtrocken,13,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Heinz Schmitt 2004 Halbtrocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heinz-schmitt-2004-halbtrocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Heinz Schmitt
14.9,Red,US,"Tastes a little full-bodied for a Pinot, with a Grenache-like mouthfeel and cherry flavors, but there's no doubting the goodness and richness of this estate-bottled wine. It has nice acidity to balance the slightly sweet fruit.",,32,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Raye's Hill 2003 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rayes-hill-2003-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Raye's Hill
11.5,White,Germany,"Starts off with an overpowering scent of burnt matchstick, but with determined swirling, some lemon curd and green apple aromas emerge. It's light to medium in body and rounded rather than crisp, with citrus and apple flavors that turn minerally on the finish.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Kabinett Halbtrocken,22,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Bernhard Eifel 2004 Trittenheimer Apotheke Kabinett Halbtrocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernhard-eifel-2004-trittenheimer-apotheke-kabinett-halbtrocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Bernhard Eifel
13,White,South Africa,"Pretty uncharacteristic Chardonnay; offers scents of lemon verbena and scented oils. The floral theme continues in the mouth with flavors of honeysuckle and melon. Has an oily, round feel, although acidity is also a player. Different, but good. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2005 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2005-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2005,Beau Joubert
,White,New Zealand,"Pungent and herbal, with fresh passion fruit and grassy notes that make a statement. Light and crisp on the palate, finishing with hints of pink grape-fruit. Imported by Vintage Imports, Inc.",,11,86,Marlborough,,,New Z Land 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/new-z-land-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,New Z Land
13.5,White,Chile,"Light tropical aromas are inviting as they offer a bit of green pepper and herbs. Nice in the mouth, with distinct grapefruit, apple and lime notes. Flush and bright; it's straight-ahead wine with positives. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,15,86,Leyda Valley,,,Arboleda 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2005-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Arboleda
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Straightforward and fruity, with papaya and orange notes that turn crisper and more citrusy on the palate. It's a clean, fresh, unoaked style that finishes with lemon and green apple tartness. Imported by Kono USA.",Unoaked,15,86,Marlborough,,,Kono 2004 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kono-2004-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Kono
12.5,White,Italy,"This is a very likable white wine with intense notes of marzipan, walnut, passion fruit and freshly minced garden herbs. It offers a nutty texture in the mouth accompanied by more almond-like flavors on the finish. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Valcanzjria,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 2005 Valcanzjria White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-2005-valcanzjria-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Gulfi
12.5,Red,Italy,"Frappato is a lighter, fruitier red grape that could almost be described as Sicily's Pinot Noir. The aromas are  of berry fruit  and are delicate and feminine. Simple, lean and spicy-crisp on the finish, this is an un-oaked alternative to Sicily's powerhouse reds. Imported by Panebianco.",,20,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2004 Frappato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2004-italian-red-frappato-sicilia/,Frappato,2004,Valle dell'Acate
11,White,Italy,"This friendly and familiar Sicilian blend of Insolia and Grecanico grapes delivers notes of citrus fruit, honeysuckle, cut grass or sweet peas and mineral tones. The mouthfeel is simple but genuine with enough refreshing acidity to do the trick with grilled fish or summer pastas.",Bianco,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Corvo 2004 Bianco White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvo-2004-bianco-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Corvo
,White,Italy,"This is a crisp white with interesting dimension thanks to solid fruit flavors and minced herb aromas. You'll find basil, wild sage and white pepper on the nose. This Ansonica and Catarratto (two Sicilian indigenous grapes) blend is creamy but less intense in the mouth.",Anthìlia,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2004 Anthìlia White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2004-anthilia-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Donnafugata
14.4,Red,US,"Big, ripe, voluptuous and mouth-filling are just a few of the descriptors that come to mind with this dry, juicy Zin. It's a rollicking romp through a fruit store, with a raisiny finish, and feels hotter than the 14.4% alcohol the label says it has.",Maple Vineyard - Tina's Block,36,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Maple Vineyard - Tina's Block Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-maple-vineyard-tinas-block-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Gary Farrell
13,Red,Italy,"Simple but pleasing, with a ruby-red color and matching ruby-red fruit on the nose. There's also some forest floor, white mushroom and dried grass flavors. Has firm tannins; a general crowd-pleaser at dinner. Imported by Vinarium Inc.",Torre dei Venti,21,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Fazio 2002 Torre dei Venti Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazio-2002-torre-venti-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2002,Fazio
14,Red,South Africa,"A ripe and lush wine with plummy, brambly aromas. Heavy tannins take a backseat to sweet berry fruit, and a nice, chocolaty feel. The alcohol (14%) shows through on the finish, tinged with lemon. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,17,86,Coastal Region,,,Fairview 2004 Mourvèdre (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2004-mourvedre-coastal-region/,Mourvèdre,2004,Fairview
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit fat for Marlborough Sauv, with ripe peach and gooseberry aromas and flavors that aren't entirely typical, but still pack in the flavor. Orange-citrus notes on the finish. Imported by Underdog Wine Merchants.",,14,86,Marlborough,,,Silver Birch 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-birch-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Silver Birch
14.7,Red,US,"An old-fashioned blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Carignane, this robust wine approximates what the oldtimers drank, although they probably didn't pick it this ripe. It's explosive in juicy fruit flavors, with very little oak to get in the way. The tannins are rich and thick, suggesting beef or lamb dishes.",Field Blend,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oakville Ranch 2003 Field Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2003-field-blend-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Oakville Ranch
12.5,White,Italy,"Banana, exotic fruit, citrus and almond tones best describe this Insolia-Chardonnay blend. It's lightweight but fresh in the mouth and a perfect wine for a summer garden lunch. Imported by J. V. Importers.",Impronta,20,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Natura Iblea 2005 Impronta White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natura-iblea-2005-impronta-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Natura Iblea
,White,Italy,"A crisp and luminous white of medium intensity with a pretty ensemble of stone fruit, pineapple, cut greens and white stone. Coats the mouth, yet has enough acidity to keep it clean. Imported by Zonin USA.",,13,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2004 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2004-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2004,Feudo Principi di Butera
12,White,Italy,"This is a well-built Catarratto and Insolia blend from the Alcamo zone in Western Sicily that delivers toasted nut, stone fruit, mineral and some soapy aromas. It has good balance and a zesty, fresh finish. Imported by Laird & Company.",,18,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Alcamo,,Principe di Corleone 2005 White (Alcamo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corleone-2005-white-alcamo/,White Blend,2005,Principe di Corleone
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit disjointed, perhaps just due to its youth, but this wine features a sweet-sour tang to the finish that's not entirely harmonious. Still, the aromas are attractive—ripe apple, pear, pineapple and honey—balanced by stony, minerally, slightly sweet flavors and strong acids. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,17,86,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2005 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2005-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2005,Grove Mill
13,Red,Italy,"Here is a younger, less imposing Syrah (that only sees stainless steel) with a ruby red color and notes of cherry, prune, tobacco and something lactic. The mouthfeel is full and penetrating with soft tannins and a clean finish. Imported by Vin Divino.",Syrah,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2005 Syrah Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2005-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2005,Cusumano
,White,Italy,"There's a pretty golden tinge to this white dominated by floral and mineral tones with exotic fruit, banana and some vanilla. It offers a nice, full feel in the mouth with stone fruit and pineapple flavors.",,11,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2004 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2004-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2004,Cusumano
14,White,Chile,"Casa Silva is making this blend of Viognier, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Gris in a soft, fully oaked manner. The nose deals heavy oak alongside melon and pear, while the palate is fleshy, with light apple, vanilla and wood flavors. Plump for sure, with individuality. Imported by Vin Divino.",Quinta Generación,17,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2003 Quinta Generación White (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2003-quinta-generacion-white-colchagua-valley/,White Blend,2003,Casa Silva
13.5,White,US,"Fruity enough, with white peach and pineapple flavors enriched with a dollop of smoky oak and a chalky minerality in the finish. This is a fine everyday Chardonnay with some real complexity and elegance.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2003 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2003-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2003,Calera
14,White,Italy,"This Sauvignon Blanc-Insolia blend offers a wide range of unique aromas, from chopped herbs to scrambled egg. The nicest thing about this wine is how easily it glides down the palate, leaving a cool trail of freshness behind. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Sinestesìa,27,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2005 Sinestesìa White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2005-sinestesia-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
13,White,Italy,"Not as intense as other Sicilian white varieties, this Grillo slowly doses out measured aromas of stone fruit and white stone. In the mouth, it is both fresh and slightly tart. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Contempo Grillo,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2005 Contempo Grillo Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2005-contempo-grillo-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2005,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
13,Red,New Zealand,"Firmly structured and dominated for the moment by its veneer of oak, this Merlot appears in need of 1-2 years of bottle age prior to consumption. There's solid black-cherry fruit underneath, tinged with dried herbs and an anise note that just needs time to emerge.",Gimblett Gravels Vineyard,35,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2003 Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2003-gimblett-gravels-vineyard-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2003,Craggy Range
13.5,Red,Chile,"Good color and depth up front, with liqueur-like aromas. Rather intense, with full-throttle cherry, raspberry and plum flavors. Generally speaking, this is perfectly good Cabernet. It's one of Aresti's better wines in recent years. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,9,86,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Aresti
12,White,Germany,"One of the better M-T's to come our way, this offering from Castell is virtually dry, with exotic orange-blossom and spice notes that give it plenty of character. It's plump and fleshy, yet still fresh on the finish.",Frenzy Müller-Thurgau Trocken,12,86,Franken,,,Castell 2004 Frenzy Müller-Thurgau Trocken Müller-Thurgau (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2004-frenzy-muller-thurgau-trocken-other-white-muller-thurgau-franken/,Müller-Thurgau,2004,Castell
14,Red,Chile,"Rather big, with earth, olive, forest and coffee notes running side by side with black plum and berry. A ripe-styled wine, with full cherry and berry flavors. Feels good on the tongue and finish, with a slight herbal quality. Good in a mass-market way. Imported by GWFC-Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Oak Aged Reserve,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Oak Aged Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-oak-aged-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Viu Manent
16,Red,US,"There's so much heat in this 16% alcohol Zin. Granted, it's fully dry, with a smooth, voluptuous texture, and quite delicious in berry and mocha fruit flavors. Classic Zin in its own right, but oh, that alcohol!",Bismark Mountain Vineyard,51,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanna 2002 Bismark Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2002-bismark-mountain-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Hanna
13,Red,Italy,This wine is a hair away from being too cooked and offers very ripe notes of prune and berry preserves. It's spicy and tight on the finish with mild bitterness in the tannins. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.,Rossojbleo,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 2005 Rossojbleo Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-2005-rossojbleo-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2005,Gulfi
,White,US,"Gainey produces one of the most consistent Sauvignon Blancs, and this refreshing wine is a pretty good bargain, too. It's softly creamy, with polished apricot and peach flavors that finish a little sweet.",,13,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Gainey
,White,Italy,"Offers measured peach, melon and grass aromas. In the mouth it is balanced, creamy  and rich, with apple and white stone fruit flavors. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Stemmari,8,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2005 Stemmari Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2005-stemmari-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2005,Feudo Arancio
12,White,Italy,"A sweet, floral wine with acacia, honeysuckle, peach and loads of yellow fruit. Clean and polished with a lean mouthfeel. An informal, easy to drink white. Imported by Vinarium Inc.",,16,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Fazio 2005 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazio-2005-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2005,Fazio
13.5,White,Chile,"A juicy, fairly intense white with natural sweet and spicy aromas that are typical of the variety. Tangy citrus, particularly pineapple, carries the palate along with green apple. From a cool climate so it stays balanced, clean and interesting. Imported by Morandé USA.",Terrarum Reserve,11,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2005 Terrarum Reserve Gewürztraminer (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2005-terrarum-reserve-gewurztraminer-casablanca-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Morandé
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Vibrant purple in color, with fresh aromas of grapes, violets and vanilla, this wine has smooth tannins, nice body and pleasing dark berry fruit. Some Band-Aid character shows through, but this wine is good overall. Would go well with braised ribs. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Sincerely,15,86,Western Cape,,,Neil Ellis 2004 Sincerely Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2004-sincerely-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Neil Ellis
12.5,White,US,"Dry Creek Vineyard is one of the few remaining California wineries serious about Chenin Blanc. The wine is similar to a dry Sauvignon Blanc, citrusy and tart, but richer in the finish, with a flourish of apricot and sweet hazelnut.",Dry,11,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Dry Creek Vineyard 2005 Dry Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2005-dry-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Dry Creek Vineyard
13,White,Italy,"This is a very friendly and approachable Ansonica-Catarratto blend fermented in stainless steel with pretty, feminine aromas of white flowers, white stone and a light touch of peach. Lavender-like flavors appear in the mouth with a crisp close. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc",Anthìlia,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2005 Anthìlia White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2005-anthilia-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Donnafugata
12,White,Germany,"On the full-bodied side, with pear, melon and white peach aromas and flavors that finish in a flurry of spice and mineral. Has the weight to stand up to roast chicken with Indian seasonings, just don't go too spicy, as this dry wine lacks the sugar to combat the heat. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Maximilian E Trocken,23,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Bernhard Eifel 2004 Maximilian E Trocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernhard-eifel-2004-maximilian-e-trocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Bernhard Eifel
14.5,Red,US,"There are rich tannins and a fairly dense mouthfeel to this Pinot, making it a bit ponderous now, although it may improve over the next three to five years. It's a dry wine, with good cherry fruit and significant oak. It feels low in acidity, and lacking zest.",Estate,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2003 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2003-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2003,Thomas Fogarty
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Despite the rather late arrival of this wine into the market, it still shows plenty of freshness and vibrant fruit. Mango and banana scents lead into a plump wine with mixed tropical fruit flavors. It's a bit soft, but round and mouthfilling. Imported by Guardian of the Grape Imports.",Unoaked,16,86,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2003 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2003-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2003,Jackson Estate
13,White,Italy,"Fun and cheerful with notes of banana, pineapple, vanilla, peach and herbal tea. It is green-gold in color, with a touch of sourness on the finish. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,9,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2005 Fiano (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2005-italian-white-fiano-sicilia/,Fiano,2005,MandraRossa
13.5,Red,Italy,"The Mandrarossa line delivers good value for your dollar and this powerful blend of blockbuster grapes presents deep notes of cedar, cherry preserve and dried herbs. Some elements of the nose have traces of overripe fruit.",,9,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2004-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2004,MandraRossa
12.5,White,Italy,"A pureblood Sicilian blend of the white indigenous grapes Insolia, Grecanico and Catarratto, this wine delivers soapy, fruity tones balanced by pleasant minerality. It's lightweight but clean and crisp on the palate, making it a good pairing partner to Mediterranean or Asian foods. Imported by Winebow.",Regaleali,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2005 Regaleali White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2005-regaleali-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Tasca d'Almerita
13,White,Italy,"A polished and linear white with standard aromas of peach and white stone backed by an interesting touch of green herb. Part of this Insolia-Catarratto-Grillo blend sees wood, resulting in a fresh wine with a creamy layer. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Don Pietro Bianco,17,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principi di Spadafora 2005 Don Pietro Bianco White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principi-spadafora-2005-don-pietro-bianco-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Principi di Spadafora
12.7,Red,Italy,Nero d'Avola and Merlot are blended to  wine that delivers power but lacks complexity. Beyond the red fruit is some moist tobacco and very soft tannins. Imported by Laird & Company.,,18,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principe di Corleone 2003 Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corleone-2003-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Principe di Corleone
,Red,US,"An old-fashioned field blended-style wine, Reds is almost always a dependably complex, satisying sipper at a fair price. This year's release is soft and dry, with well-balanced fruit and earth flavors that will go nicely with a good steak or grilled pork chop.",Reds,10,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Laurel Glen 2004 Reds Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2004-reds-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2004,Laurel Glen
14.5,Red,Chile,"Full and a bit rough at first, with some heat on the nose. Swirling settles it down, and what comes up are brawny cherry, cassis and chocolate flavors. Very sturdy and tannic, with energy. Significantly less lush and tasty than the benchmark 2003. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,10,86,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Lapostolle
13.5,Red,Italy,"This historic Nero d'Avola and Frappato-based wine delivers fresh cherry and menthol notes in the foreground and distant barnyard or animal notes in the background. This is a compact and solid wine with dry, dusty tannins. Imported by Panebianco.",,24,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Valle dell'Acate 2004  Cerasuolo di Vittoria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2004-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2004,Valle dell'Acate
14,Red,Italy,"The nose is slightly muddled or blurred, but you can get through to exotic spice, coffee and blackberry. A simple, linear wine that performs well in the mouth thanks to a solid structure; there's a slightly sour note on the close. Imported by Panebianco.",Kaid,8,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Alessandro di Camporeale 2003 Kaid Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alessandro-camporeale-2003-kaid-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2003,Alessandro di Camporeale
13,White,Italy,"Very floral, very crisp and very fresh, linear and simple with peach and citrus flavors; but there's also a slightly rubbery note that you may or may not pick up. Almost lean in the mouth, with spice on the finish. Imported by Zonin USA.",,13,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2005 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2005-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2005,Feudo Principi di Butera
13,Red,Italy,"Here's a Nero d'Avola with velvety roundness and a smooth mouthfeel. The nose is not very intense, offering just cherry preserves lavished over more delicate almond nut tones. An approachable, likeable red wine that calls out for pasta dishes. Imported by Zonin USA.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2003 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2003-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Feudo Principi di Butera
13,White,Italy,"This is an interesting blend of Catarratto, Bianco Lucido and Grillo that appears very floral and perfumed on the nose: like a bouquet of white flowers. The wine is moderately crisp in the mouth and satisfied the palate.",Vento di Majo,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi di San Giuliano 2005 Vento di Majo White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-giuliano-2005-vento-majo-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Feudi di San Giuliano
13,White,US,"Want a solid Sauvignon Blanc at a good price? This one's dry, tart in acidity, and forward in citrus, fig and spicy melon flavors that finish rich and long. What a nice value.",Valley Oaks,9,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2005 Valley Oaks Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2005-valley-oaks-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fetzer
13,White,Germany,"Rather big and full-bodied (13% alcohol), but also full-flavored, combining honeyed orange peel with ripe melon notes and a dry-ish, spicy finish. Imported by Classical Wines.",Old Vines Estate,19,86,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 2004 Old Vines Estate Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-2004-old-vines-estate-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
12,White,Italy,"This is a particular wine that might not appeal to everyone. The Carricante grapes are harvested very late (the second half of October)  and only see stainless steel. The results bring strongly fragrant, incense-like floral and sweet candy notes backed by very noticeable minerality. Imported by Vino Bravo.",Bianco di Caselle,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2004 Bianco di Caselle  (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2004-bianco-caselle-white-etna/,White Blend,2004,Benanti
13.5,White,Chile,"Starts with hay, peach and a sprinkling of green pepper. The mouth offers mostly pineapple and nectarine flavors, and the finish holds onto that essence. A bit of Casablanca citrus appears later in the game to provide a tangy backdrop. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Reserve,12,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2004-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Carmen
12,White,Germany,"Although not an officially defined label term, feinherb seems to be gaining in usage to describe a wine that's drier than the traditional fruchtig style, but not as severe as a halbtrocken or trocken. This one is light and fresh, with minerally, spicy notes layered over green apple and citrus. Finishes crisp and nearly dry.",Rüdesheimer Kabinett Feinherb,14,86,Rheingau,,,Carl Ehrhard 2004 Rüdesheimer Kabinett Feinherb Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-ehrhard-2004-rudesheimer-kabinett-feinherb-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Carl Ehrhard
13.5,White,Italy,"Casalj is a popular Catarratto-Chardonnay blend with an intense and horizontal nose that encompasses citrus, stone fruit, almond paste and green grass notes. The mouthfeel is creamy and consistent, and the zesty finish is longer than most. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Casalj,11,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2004 Casalj White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2004-casalj-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Tenuta Rapitalà
12.8,Red,US,"Located in central, hot Mendocino, Brutocao reaches into this cool western valley for Pinot, and captures the appellation's terroir with a lightly delicate, silky wine of interest. It's fully dry and crisp in acids, with insistent cola, red cherry and wood spice flavors.",,24,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Brutocao 2004 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2004-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Brutocao
13.9,Red,US,"The '02 was quite a good Cabernet and so is this one, from a winery whose organic grapes produce dependable wines across all varieties. This bottling is nicely dry and balanced, with a classic Cabernet profile. Drink now.",,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bonterra
15,Red,South Africa,"The more expensive of Stark-Condé's Cabs, this one was picked very ripe, evident in the 15% alcohol and stewed fruit aromas. Full but dry in the mouth, it has dark flavors of plum, coffee and graphite, with similar aromas. The acidity seems high, particularly  on the plummy finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Condé,42,87,Stellenbosch,,,Stark-Condé 2003 Condé Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2003-conde-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Stark-Condé
13,Red,Italy,"This is a luscious, clean and berry-driven wine that could be served slightly chilled. The nose offers bright red fruit, plum, black pepper and tealeaf. This Nero d'Avola and Frappato-based wine has soft tannins and is refreshingly light. Imported by Vias Imports.",,26,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Planeta 2004  Cerasuolo di Vittoria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2004-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2004,Planeta
15,Red,South Africa,"Tart sour cherry and lemon aromas have a smoky quality, but the palate delivers a very solid core of chunky plum, leather, charcoal and spice. Its 15% alcohol is evident—the wine is pretty big on the palate, but it's balanced. With such tight tannins, this could use another year to open up, although it probably won't pull together any better than it is now. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",,13,87,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2003 Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2003-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,2003,Seidelberg
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A nice effort at an attractive price, this Marlborough Pinot features more complexity than typical at this price range. Smoke and herbal notes verge on meaty and mushroomy, while the mouthfeel is smooth and supple. Ends with a bit of orange zest. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",,16,87,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Saint Clair
12,White,Germany,"Starts off a bit sulfury, but it's manageable, lifting in a few minutes to reveal bright citrus and green apple notes. The wine is light and dry, with modest pear and citrus fruit flavors, but its focus is on minerality, which persists through the long finish. Imported by Classical Wines.",Kanzem Altenberg QbA First Growth,35,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2004 Kanzem Altenberg QbA First Growth Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2004-kanzem-altenberg-qba-first-growth-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Von Othegraven
13,Red,Italy,"Cherry, plum, vanilla and toast make for a well-balanced wine of medium intensity that goes down smooth thanks to its soft tannins and silky consistency. It would pair beautifully with stewed meats or pork dishes. Imported by Epic Wines.",,14,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Masseria del Feudo Grottarossa 2004 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-feudo-grottarossa-2004-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Masseria del Feudo Grottarossa
14.5,Red,Italy,"Here is another hot-climate wine that stretches fruit ripeness to the very limit. The nose is redolent of blackberry jam and smoked ham, although you'll also find refined notes of crushed stone and forest floor as well.  Imported by J. V. Importers.",Archimede,35,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Natura Iblea 2004 Archimede Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natura-iblea-2004-archimede-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Natura Iblea
14.4,Red,US,"With an acidity that titillates the tastebuds and pure flavors of red cherries, cola, mocha and woodspice, this dry Pinot is very food friendly. It's not particularly oaky, nor is it complex, but offers plenty of satisfaction. Drink now.",Dutton Ranch,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2004 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2004-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Dutton Estate
14,Red,Italy,"One of the estate's top wines, this attractive Nero d'Avola delivers precise, but not overly intense, notes of cherry wood, sandalwood, forest berry and vanilla bean. It appears more flavorful in the mouth with a firm, tannic bite that calls for succulent foods. Imported by Zonin USA.",Deliella,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2002 Deliella Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2002-deliella-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2002,Feudo Principi di Butera
13.5,White,Italy,"This is a crisp summer wine with more dimension and personality than your standard Italian white. The toasted notes are obvious and are embroidered with delicate notes of pineapple, honeysuckle and almond.",Vigna di Gabri,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2004 Vigna di Gabri Ansonica (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2004-vigna-gabri-italian-white-ansonica-sicilia/,Ansonica,2004,Donnafugata
10,White,Germany,"This medium-bodied halbtrocken features open aromas of blended apples, pears and melons, infused with just enough spicy complexity. Finishes off-dry, finely representative of its classification. Imported by Chatham Imports.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Halbtrocken,14,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium 2004 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Halbtrocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/friedrich-wilhelm-gymnasium-2004-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-halbtrocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium
14.5,Red,Chile,"Yet another Don Max that pours on the olive and leather aromas alongside rustic plum and berry counterpoints. As in the past, the '03 shows a smidgen of bell pepper at the very center, and off that you get tight blueberry, black cherry and pepper notes. Expensive for what you're getting. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve,50,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2003 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2003-don-maximiano-founders-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Errazuriz
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a nonfiltered red with aromas of prune, wet earth, moist tobacco, slate and a touch of something lactic, along the lines of milk chocolate. It's big and brawny in the mouth, with tight tannins. Imported by Vias Imports.",Scurati,18,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Ceuso 2004 Scurati Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceuso-2004-scurati-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Ceuso
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Half Merlot, 15% Pinotage, and the remainder Ruby Cabernet (a cross between Cab Sauvignon and Carignan), this wine has nice structure backed by refined tannins. A creamy nose of vanilla and cassis touched with mint leads to a full mouth of dark berry, coffee, balsam and barnyard. Has enough body to pair well with assorted cheeses. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",Cederberger,20,87,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2003 Cederberger Red (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2003-cederberger-red-cederberg/,Red Blend,2003,Cederberg
,White,Portugal,"A fresh, light blend of Alvarinho and Trajadura, this dry wine from the Monção cooperative shows touches of honey, some fresh grapefruit and pear skin flavors. Not available in the U.S.",Danaide Branco,,87,Vinho Verde,,,Adega de Monção 2005 Danaide Branco White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-moncao-2005-danaide-branco-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Adega de Monção
13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine has sweet cherry flavors, accented with toast and bacon fat notes. Tannins are soft, and there's an herbal note on the finish. Bring on the pasta. Imported by Brown-Forman Corp.",,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Bolla 2004 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2004-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Bolla
13.5,Red,Italy,"Gulfi strikes again with overt aromas, this time settling on bread crust, cookie dough and pressed currant berry. The wine is broad and intense, and leaves a long-lasting impression in the mouth. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Nerobaronj,40,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 2002 Nerobaronj Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-2002-nerobaronj-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2002,Gulfi
13.5,Red,Italy,"It takes a certain amount of courage to import an obscure indigenous grape like Nerello Mascalese and expect a foreign market to appreciate it. If you're up for tasting something new, prepare yourself for deep mineral, currant and toasted almond flavors. Although this wine is less complex than the estate's blended wines, it does paint a clear picture of the variety. Imported by Vino Bravo.",Il Monovitigno,34,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2001 Il Monovitigno Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2001-il-monovitigno-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2001,Benanti
13.5,Red,Italy,"A new world style Cabernet Sauvignon with deeply tasted notes of coffee, nut, vanilla and moderate cherry and blackberry fruit. The power is there suggesting a pairing possibility with grilled meat, although the tannins are soft thus broadening its appeal to hearty pasta dishes too.",Accademia del Sole,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2003 Accademia del Sole Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2003-accademia-sole-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Calatrasi
9,White,Germany,"Light, crisp and fresh, with bright citrus notes leading the way. Aromas of fresh lime and grated orange peel mark the nose, while the palate adds green apples and a touch of mint. Refreshing on its own, or with modestly spicy cuisine.",Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett,16,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2004 Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2004-urziger-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Peter Nicolay
14.6,White,US,"Showing that earthy, dried herb character that so often marks Napa Chardonnays, this Oakville-grown wine is soft in acids and rich in spicy, creamy oak and lees notes. It has pleasantly ripe apple, peach and pineapple flavors.",,35,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Ranch 2004 Chardonnay (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2004-chardonnay-napa-oakville/,Chardonnay,2004,Oakville Ranch
15,Red,South Africa,"A huge wine, clocking in at 15% alcohol, this liqueur-like offering has aromas of plum, mint, cinnamon and hints of  lemon. Warm, with sweet blackberry flavors to match the moderate tannins, it borders on raisiny, with plenty of oak-driven spice, and more heat on the finish. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",Private Cellar Syrah-Mourvèdre,30,87,Paarl,,,Anura 2004 Private Cellar Syrah-Mourvèdre Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anura-2004-private-cellar-syrah-mourvedre-red-paarl/,Red Blend,2004,Anura
14.2,Red,Chile,"Bulky and big, with initial green oak that morphs into coffee and vanilla. Red fruit in the mouth, with good tannins that create a plush feel. Lots of wood and espresso on the finish, with persistence. Expect better in 2003 from this Antinori-Matte joint venture; the inaugural '01 was excellent. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Albis,55,87,Maipo Valley,,,Antinori-Matte 2002 Albis Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-matte-2002-albis-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2002,Antinori-Matte
14,Red,Chile,"Chilean Cabernet can barely be more typical than this. The nose is deep and earthy, with olive, tobacco and blackberry. Fairly full-bodied, with medium-strength tannins and good acidity. Significantly more brawny than cerebral, but appealing. Good core fruit dictates the structure. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Estate,10,87,Maipo Valley,,,Haras de Pirque 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-pirque-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Haras de Pirque
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine is easy to drink, relatively complex and a great value. Meaty, barnyardy scents open to reveal toast and dark berry, and flavors of ripe plum and meat. Full-bodied and warm, despite only 13.5% alcohol, this wine has good acid and tannin, and a dry mouthfeel. Finishes ashy and warm. Imported by USA Wine Imports.",,8,87,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2004 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Two Oceans
12.5,Red,Italy,"Less intense than others but redolent of coffee, chocolate and cherry, this wine is subdued in a good, approachable way. Herbal notes appear in the mouth. Imported by Panebianco.",Poggio Bidini,12,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2004 Poggio Bidini Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2004-poggio-bidini-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Valle dell'Acate
11,White,New Zealand,"Stony and minerally on the nose, with some lime and pear notes that hover in the background. Despite its off-dry nature, it's similarly austere in flavor, offering up only modest fruit to go with its dry, minerally notes. A bit of a 'tweener, not sweet, fruity and luscious, but not fully dry and bracing. Imported by McDevitt & McDevitt Importers.",,13,87,Canterbury,,,Torlesse 2004 Riesling (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torlesse-2004-riesling-canterbury/,Riesling,2004,Torlesse
13,Red,Italy,"Here is a vivid and inviting rendition of Nero d'Avola that sees one year in oak casks and delivers layers of blueberry fruit, cigar box, almonds, spice and a hot sensation reminiscent of kirsch spirit. It has feather-soft tannins, good balance and a fruit-driven close. Imported by Vin Divino.",Sàgana,30,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2004 Sàgana Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2004-sagana-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Cusumano
13,White,Italy,"This is a more elaborate Sicilian Chardonnay and you can definitely taste the workmanship in the results: Toasted vanilla bean, honey, ripe melon and peach are backed by some green notes that add complexity. It's luminous and golden with subtle wooden tones. Imported by Vin Divino.",Jalé,18,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2004 Jalé Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2004-jale-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2004,Cusumano
8.5,White,Germany,"Broad and mouthfilling, this sweet kabinett starts with muted honey and tangerine aromas, then blossoms on the palate into ripe peach flavors. Verges on tropical before being reined in on the finish by bright lime notes.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,19,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2004 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2004-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
11,White,Germany,"A very good halbtrocken, with fruit aromas and flavors reminiscent of tangerines and peaches layered over a minerally bedrock. Its medium weight and long, mouthwatering finish give it extra appeal.",Hochheimer Stein Kabinett Halbtrocken,17,87,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2004 Hochheimer Stein Kabinett Halbtrocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2004-hochheimer-stein-kabinett-halbtrocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Domdechant Werner
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This inky purple wine offers aromas of carob and smoke. Chunky, with a hint of sweetness and solid tannins, this wine nevertheless has spiky acids that show through and call for food. Flavors of plum, carob and vanilla are rich, finishing with overripe prune. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Goats do Roam in Villages,13,87,Coastal Region,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2004 Goats do Roam in Villages Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2004-in-villages-red-coastal-region/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Goats do Roam Wine Co.
13.5,White,US,"Refreshingly crisp and zesty, this stainless steel-fermented wine is rich and fruity, with no apparent oak. The flavors are of lemons and limes, kiwis and green apples, with a long, cinnamon-spice finish.",,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Girard
,Red,US,"Nicely dry and balanced, this Cabernet, from a warm inland appellation in Monterey County, shows elegantly tailored blackberry and coffee flavors supported by firm tannins and a dusting of oak. Drink now.",Rancho Galante,20,87,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2003 Rancho Galante Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2003-rancho-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Galante
13,White,Italy,"Light and straw-colored, boasting exotic fruit, citrus, crushed stone and almond paste. Fruit flavors seem more apparent in the mouth, where the wine has a plush, creamy feel. Imported by Zonin USA.",,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2005 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2005-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2005,Feudo Principi di Butera
,Red,Italy,"Notes of tobacco leaf, cherry preserve, soy sauce and toasted almond are attractive and polished but less deeply etched making this an easier, more approachable wine without the bruising of other Sicilian reds.",,8,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2004 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2004-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2004,Feudo Arancio
,Red,Italy,"Cherry, blackberry, espresso and vanilla appear on the nose of this powerful and amicable Sicilian red. The mouthfeel is medium to compact and the tannins are soft inviting you to drink it at dinner without a second thought.",,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Feudo Arancio
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a fresh and uncomplicated Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon blend that steps forward with aromas of strawberry, blackberry, tar, resin and some dried herbs. Fundamentally it's a very fruit-forward red that is well constructed and tight.",Kundisa,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi di San Giuliano 2003 Kundisa Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-giuliano-2003-kundisa-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Feudi di San Giuliano
14.5,White,Chile,"A whole lot of oak and nuts hit you on the nose, but underneath there's good apple and melon aromas. The palate remains highly oak-infused, with wood at every corner. Finally, however, the wood fades, revealing heady pear, melon and pineapple. A big wine with some awkwardness. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Wild Ferment,21,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2004 Wild Ferment Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2004-wild-ferment-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Errazuriz
14,Red,Chile,"A bit obtuse and cluttered to begin with but it opens nicely to show black olive, berry and earth notes in front of plum, blackberry and cherry flavors. Truth be told, it's a touch common and anonymous, but it's a good red wine that fits the bill. Imported by Cabernet Corporation.",Axel,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2003 Axel Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2003-axel-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2003,La Playa
13.5,White,Chile,"Fairly fresh and fruity, with peach and cantaloupe on the nose. Next up is a plump palate with round melon flavors. A soft finish with creaminess indicates modest acidity. Shows toasty dryness in the middle. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Maquehua,18,87,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2004 Maquehua Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2004-maquehua-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Miguel Torres
13.5,Red,Italy,"We have high hopes for these two young Sicilian sisters who are enthusiastically carrying out their winemaking dream.  Although this un-oaked red hits the right spots, there is room for improvement. The aromas are young and sharp with cherry preserves, wet earth and white mushroom, but the mouthfeel is sticky. Imported by Enotec Imports, Inc.",,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cantine Barbera 2004 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-barbera-2004-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Cantine Barbera
13.5,White,Italy,"This Catarratto-Chardonnay blend exhibits a luminous, straw color with aromas of white flower, stone fruit and talc powder. It's a clean, well-balanced summertime wine with peach flavors; would pair well with salmon. Imported by Winebow.",Leone d'Almerita,16,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2005 Leone d'Almerita White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2005-leone-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Tasca d'Almerita
14.5,Red,US,"Ironstone's 2002 Bordeaux reds all are very good, and it's clear what they're aiming at. This Cabernet, the current release, is packed with black currant, cocoa and oak flavors that drink deep and long. Yet it retains a trace of the rustic sharpness that marks most Sierra Foothills wines. The next step is elegance.",Reserve,30,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ironstone
13.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry, charcoal, graphite and toasted bread crust emerge on the nose.   This intense and ripe wine is ready to drink now; pair with honey-smoked ham or pork dishes. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Nerobufaleffj,40,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 2002 Nerobufaleffj Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-2002-nerobufaleffj-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2002,Gulfi
13,Red,Italy,"This is a totally friendly and youthful Sicilian Merlot that presents cherry, blackberry, coffee and toast. It's not exceedingly deep or complex but that's what's nice about it: balanced, smooth and soft in the mouth.",Merlot,10,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2005 Merlot Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2005-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2005,Cusumano
13,White,Italy,"On informal occasions, you can't go wrong with a bottle of this 70-30% Insolia-Chardonnay blend. The nose offers generous whiffs of pineapple, stone fruit, marzipan and bread crust. Zesty, flavorful, smooth and consistent. Imported by Vin Divino.",Angimbé,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2005 Angimbé White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2005-angimbe-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Cusumano
,Red,US,"A bit thick in tannins now, this wine needs more time to settle down, but by 2008 it should be a nice sipper. It has polished cherry and cocoa flavors with a sweet coat of smoky oak.",Reserve,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Louis M. Martini
13,Red,Italy,"This red blend is 70-30 Nero d'Avola and Syrah that sees four months in French oak. Offers notes of blackberry, leather, tobacco, black pepper and a hint of burnt rubber that some may find interesting and others less so. Otherwise this is a meaty, intense wine with smoked flavors and soft tannins. Imported by J.V. Importers.",Don Paolo,25,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Natura Iblea 2004 Don Paolo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natura-iblea-2004-don-paolo-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Natura Iblea
13,Red,Italy,"Composed of mostly Nero d'Avola with smaller percentages of Nerello Mascalese and Corinto Nero the wine is redolent of berry fruit, wet earth, almond, exotic spice and blackberry jam.",,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Fenech 2004 Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenech-2004-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Fenech
13.9,Red,US,"Smooth and polished, this Merlot combines its plush texture with wonderfully ripe, rewarding cherry, blackberry and woodspice flavors that finish with a chocolate fudginess. Yet the wine is dry. This is a good buy for a Napa wine of this complexity.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
14,White,Italy,"A golden, straw-colored wine that strikes the middle of the intensity meter but does deliver clean notes of exotic fruit, kiwi, talc  powder and dried hay. Three months of oak aging render a unique wine with pleasant notes of dried flowers.",D'Istinto,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2003 D'Istinto Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2003-distinto-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2003,Calatrasi
13.9,White,US,"Similar to Brander's early release Sauvignon, this is a refreshingly dry, crisp wine, rich in citrus, fig and melon flavors, and clean as a whistle. What a great job the winery is doing with this varietal, at every price tier.",,13,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Brander
14,Red,New Zealand,"This is a supple, savory and cedary Bordeaux-style blend--albeit one that indulges the current NZ fancy for Malbec (18%). Aromas are mainly black cherries and smoke, but there's an herbal undercurrent that seems to intensify with time in the glass. Does show good length and complexity, so it maybe worth gambling on for the future.",The Aviator,50,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Alpha Domus 2002 The Aviator Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-domus-2002-aviator-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Alpha Domus
13,Red,Italy,"Earthy and spicy, with leather, almond, tobacco, plum and deep, concentrated flavors. The tannins are there, but are very soft. Imported by Zonin USA.",,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2004 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2004-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Feudo Principi di Butera
13.5,Red,Italy,"Definitely a hot climate Merlot with toasted almond, raspberry and a spicy, cooked quality that rides over a sweet, soft finish. That sweet, soft nature of Merlot is magnified under the Sicilian sun.",,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2004 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2004-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2004,Feudo Principi di Butera
14,White,Italy,"Peach, citrus, banana nut, some mineral notes and lemon grass sum up a clean but not terribly intense nose. The wine is refined in tonneaux and offers a spicy, bright note on the close.",Cjatomé,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi di San Giuliano 2004 Cjatomé Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-giuliano-2004-cjatome-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2004,Feudi di San Giuliano
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Much like the 2004, this is an aggressively herbal style of Sauvignon that some consumers will love. Pungent, sweaty scents on the nose are followed by green, herbal notes and lashings of passion fruit. Slightly oily in texture, yet the wine still ends on a fresh, zesty note. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Paretai,17,87,Marlborough,,,Matua Valley 2005 Paretai Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2005-paretai-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Matua Valley
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Less showy than many of its brethren, Omaka Springs's 2005 Sauvignon instead shows touches of smoke and minerals in its subdued aromatics. Flavors combine citrus and melon on the midpalate, then veer towards crisp lime and grapefruit on the persistent finish. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Omaka Springs
13,White,South Africa,"Compared to Neil Ellis's Elgin Chard, this one, from the warmer Stellenbosch region, has more banana and other white fruit components but less acidity. Plenty of oak character shows through, even some popcorn on the nose; finishes with a dash of spicy white fruit. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2004 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2004-chardonnay-stellenbosch-57019/,Chardonnay,2004,Neil Ellis
14.6,Red,US,"Lots of richness in this dry, slightly tart wine, with its furry coat of tannins. It shows cherry, blackcurrant, herb and coffee flavors that finish with a nice, cocoa-infused complexity.",Westside,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2003 Westside Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2003-westside-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Dunning Vineyards
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a finely tuned Nero d'Avola with blueberry, wet earth muskiness and pine resin presented in carefully measured doses. Nothing is out of place and the wine boasts a pleasant smoothness in the mouth (a small percentage of the wine matures for nine months in oak).",Sedàra,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2004 Sedàra Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2004-sedara-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Donnafugata
13.5,Red,Italy,"Takes a moment to give off cherry fruit with mint, herbal notes, aged cheese rind, tobacco and cigar box. Shows red fruit and toasted notes in the mouth with a silky feel and well-integrated parts. A perfect pasta wine.",Sedàra,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2003 Sedàra Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2003-sedara-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Donnafugata
14.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a big, round and fully ripe wine, weighing in at more than 14% alcohol, but aside from the wine's size and weight the alcohol is well concealed by the wealth of ripe melon fruit. Soft and easy on the finish. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",Unwooded,27,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Clearview 2004 Unwooded Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clearview-2004-unwooded-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2004,Clearview
13,White,Italy,"A delicately straw-colored white with a nice, compact aromatic portfolio of melon, stone fruit, almond skin and citrus; it's pleasantly tart and crisp in the mouth, with a sleek build. Imported by Vin Divino.",Cubìa,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2004 Cubìa Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2004-cubia-insolia-sicilia-57567/,Insolia,2004,Cusumano
14,Red,Italy,"A leaner, meaner red with plush undercurrents of cigar smoke, ash, granite rock and bright red fruit in the background. This is unmistakably a wine from the volcanic soils of the mighty Mount Etna. It has medium body, and firm, dusty tannins. Imported by Vino Bravo.",Il Monovitigno,30,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2000 Il Monovitigno Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2000-il-monovitigno-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2000,Benanti
15,Red,US,"This is a big, rich, forward, chocolaty Zin that flirts with overripeness. It's not as complex or balanced as Bella's superb Lily Hill bottling. It also goes a little raisiny and hot towards the finish. But it sure is a nice barbecue wine.",Big River Ranch,34,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Bella 2003 Big River Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2003-big-river-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Bella
13.5,Red,Italy,"Unmistakably a hot-climate wine, the Syrah delivers blueberry and blackberry preserves with musty, earth tones, tight tannins and a pleasant finish. Would pair nicely with grilled sausage peppered with fennel seed. Imported by Ionia Atlantic.",Ronna,10,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Terre di Giurfo 2004 Ronna Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-giurfo-2004-ronna-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2004,Terre di Giurfo
14,Red,Italy,"Opens with something a bit funky, reminiscent of Band-Aid, but those notes blow off to reveal cherry fruit, toast and tobacco. The tannins are soft. As a whole, it promises to be very food friendly. Imported by Ionia Atlantic.",Kuntàri,11,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Terre di Giurfo 2004 Kuntàri Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-giurfo-2004-kuntari-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Terre di Giurfo
,White,Germany,"Floral and citrusy on the nose, then picking up white peach, melon and pineapple flavors on the palate. Off-dry, but crisp and clean on the finish, where there's also a slight bitter-pith note.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,20,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2005 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2005-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,S.A. Prüm
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is one of those hammer-over-your-head reds that takes aromatic intensity to the stratosphere. Inky black in color with cracked white pepper, exotic spice, resin, crushed stone, cedar, cherry fruit marmalade; there are no subtle nuances here, only bold statements. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2004 Shiraz (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sicilia/,Shiraz,2004,MandraRossa
13,Red,Italy,"This is a very ripe, hot climate wine with lavish chocolate fudge, minced clove, cinnamon and blackberry jam on the nose. But it also has a green component, like grilled bell pepper. Imported by Winebow.",Regaleali,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2004 Regaleali Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2004-regaleali-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Tasca d'Almerita
14.5,White,Italy,"This is a golden-hued Chardonnay that sees seven months of French oak with a rich, creamy quality that is not always easy to read. The aromas span from exotic fruit to Parmigiano cheese rind, but the mouthfeel is jazzy and cool. Imported by Winebow.",Chardonnay,29,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Contea di Sclafani,,Tasca d'Almerita 2004 Chardonnay Chardonnay (Contea di Sclafani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2004-chardonnay-contea-sclafani/,Chardonnay,2004,Tasca d'Almerita
13,Red,Italy,"Very youthful and fruit forward with an emphasis on blueberries and violets. The finish is nice, not incredibly lengthy, but determined and linear. A nicely packaged Sicilian red with finesse and power. Imported by Laird & Company.",,18,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principe di Corleone 2002 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corleone-2002-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2002,Principe di Corleone
13,White,Italy,"Planeta consistently delivers tasty whites and La Segreta (a Grecanico-Chardonnay-Viognier-Fiano blend) is no exception. The nose is layered with banana, pineapple, stone fruit and a good dose of nuttiness; it's lean in the mouth with a sprinkling of spice on the close. Imported by Vias Imports.",La Segreta,16,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2005 La Segreta White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2005-segreta-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Planeta
14.5,Red,Chile,"Smoky and round, with big black fruit delivering a serious opening salvo. Like most from Lapostolle, this is a big-boned red with full plum and black cherry aromas and flavors. Plenty of oak yields vanilla and chocolate late. A solid, very nice Chilean Merlot. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2004 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2004-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2004,Lapostolle
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This round, mouthfilling Riesling is on the fullish side, but still retains a sense of focus thanks to steely-minerally notes that balance the softer honey and lime flavors. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,20,87,Martinborough,,,Voss 2004 Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2004-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,2004,Voss
14,Red,South Africa,"Old World aromas of earth, tobacco and pencil shavings blend nicely with cassis. The combination continues through the dry, chalky palate. Some vegetal flavors mar the palate, as does a tart feel, but give this wine some time to develop and it should reward you. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Neil Ellis
13,White,South Africa,"A blend of four white grapes, this semisweet white has pineapple and citrus aromas mixed with menthol. In the mouth it's creamy, with  flavors of white fruits, nuts, menthol and flowers. Enjoy with mild curry dishes. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Stein,11,87,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2005 Stein White (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2005-stein-white-western-cape/,White Blend,2005,Nederburg
9.5,White,Germany,"Despite this wine's lightweight feel, it packs in plenty of authority and flavor, ranging from the suggestion of honeyed apples to hints of petrol and ripe peaches. A firm, minerally edge to the finish provides balance to the sweetness. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",QbA,15,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Willi Haag 2004 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willi-haag-2004-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Willi Haag
14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and moody, with olive, leather and spice drawing in the nose. Good cherry and plum fruit appear on the palate, backed by noticeable coconut and chocolate. A structured wine with focus and ample acidity. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,15,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2003 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2003-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2003,Arboleda
12.5,White,Italy,"Here is a flatter, broader Sicilian white with nutty, pistachio and marzipan-like notes, crushed white stone and lighter touches of fruit intensity. Altogether, it's a delicate and likeable package that is easy to drink and refreshes the palate. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",Colomba Platino,18,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2004 Colomba Platino Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2004-colomba-platino-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2004,Duca di Salaparuta
14.8,Red,US,"You'll find plenty of Pinot character in this dry, crisp wine. It shows cola, cherry, rhubarb and tea flavors and the elegantly silky mouthfeel that Carneros achieves with the variety. Drink now.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa-Carneros,Grove Street 2004 Pinot Noir (Napa-Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-street-2004-pinot-noir-napa-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Grove Street
14.4,White,US,"Flora Springs has made this wine for many years, keeping the price pretty much the same. It's still a sophisticated bottle of Chardonnay, dry and fruity and, as the designation suggests, rich in toasty oak notes.",Barrel Fermented,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2004 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2004-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Flora Springs
13,Red,Italy,This estate has just recently started making a 100% Syrah and their efforts bring us a cedar- and cherry-rich red that is both low key and compact. This is a steady and approachable wine with a delicate touch. Imported by Zonin USA.,,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2004 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2004,Feudo Principi di Butera
13,Red,Italy,"This Cabernet Sauvignon is redolent of blackberry, dark fruit wet earth, cedar, toast, vanilla with graceful notes of dried herb or wild sage. The tannins are soft, inviting you to drink it now.",,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Feudo Principi di Butera
,White,Italy,"A genuine and upfront wine with banana, citrus, peach and attractive notes of crushed stone that are almost brackish. Simple, polished and a good bet when you want a reliable white. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",,8,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2005 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2005-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2005,Feudo Arancio
13.5,Red,Italy,"Vinous, fresh and young in the mouth with nutty notes, almond skin, some chocolate fudge and lavender soap. With young tannins and a spicy finish, it's not clear where the wine will go from here. Imported by Vinarium Inc.",Torre dei Venti,19,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Fazio 2004 Torre dei Venti Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazio-2004-torre-venti-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Fazio
13,Rose,Tunisia,"An irresistible rosé from Tunisia (made by Sicily's Calatrasi) that boasts a deep, penetrating raspberry color, lush berry fruit, lush peach aromas and plenty of rose-like notes. This is a wine with promising pairing potential with couscous or grilled meat.",Selian Mystère,,87,Tunisia,,,Domaine Neferis 2005 Selian Mystère Rosé (Tunisia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-neferis-2005-selian-mystere-rose/,Rosé,2005,Domaine Neferis
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a no-fuss, approachable Nero d'Avola that rides solely on the fruit's inherent qualities and never sees wood. The raspberry and strawberry notes are definitely on the ripe side but leave a young, fruity impression in the mouth. Imported by Vin Divino.",Nero d'Avola,10,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2005 Nero d'Avola Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2005-nero-davola-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2005,Cusumano
13.5,Red,Italy,"An intriguing wine with thickly layered aromatics that encompass cherry fruit, anise seed, mineral notes and a touch of green bean. Medium-bodied but very supple and refined.  A great friend to food. Imported by Vin Divino.",,10,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2004 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2004-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Cusumano
13.5,White,Italy,"The fruit for this wine is selected from different vineyard parcels that reach up to 651 meters above sea level. Despite the Sicilian sun, higher altitudes help shape a fresh, floral-driven white; fermentation in oak adds a creamy, textured quality.",TDG 651,29,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2004 TDG 651 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2004-tdg-651-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2004,Calatrasi
13,White,Italy,"Minimal wood aging does not interfere with Viognier's natural floral aromas. There are plenty of sweet-smelling spring flowers with layers of citrus and cracked white pepper. Don't pair this wine with a neutral food: go with aromatic dishes, like fish in a basil pesto sauce.",Accademia del Sole,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2004 Accademia del Sole Viognier (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2004-accademia-sole-viognier-sicilia/,Viognier,2004,Calatrasi
,Red,Italy,"A red fruit driven wine that appears more linear and less jammy than other Sicilian Merlots. Aromas of tobacco leaf, pencil shaving and cedar wood back a spicy, medium texture in the mouth.",Accademia del Sole,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2003 Accademia del Sole Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2003-accademia-sole-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2003,Calatrasi
14.6,White,US,"It's refreshing to find this kind of high acidity in a California Chard, but that doesn't mean that this is a rich, fruity wine. It's tart in mineral and lime flavors, with a very dry finish. Try with mussels or oysters.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Casa Barranca 2004 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-barranca-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Casa Barranca
13.5,Red,Italy,"A fruit-driven wine that leaves ample space for blackberry-velvet to come through. Overall, it's clean and compact in the mouth but there's also a distant hint of rubber on the nose; spicy and flavorful on the palate. Imported by Panebianco.",Il Moro,24,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2004 Il Moro Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2004-il-moro-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Valle dell'Acate
14,Red,Chile,"Firm up front, with cherry and leather-based aromas. Full and fruity, with solid plum and blackberry flavors. Offers good depth, quality fruit and some chocolate on the finish. Well balanced; it's one of those classic, value-priced Chilean Cabernets. Imported by Laird & Company.",Reserve,13,88,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Valdivieso
14.2,Red,US,"Extract and weight mark this dry Syrah from Cabernet specialist Sequoia Grove. The wine tastes fresh and unresolved, with a grapy jamminess reminiscent of black-berry purée. Firm tannins and rich oak add complexity, but this wine needs a few years to come together.",,32,88,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Sequoia Grove 2003 Syrah (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-atlas-peak/,Syrah,2003,Sequoia Grove
10,White,Germany,"More powerfully built than most Saar wines, with a weighty 10% alcohol providing a solid core. Its dense, slate-driven aromas glide into a richly textured, creamy mouthfeel filled with smoke, petrol and peach-pear flavors that turn slightly oily on the finish. A bit different, but worth trying.",Kanzem Altenberg First Growth Riesling Kabinett,21,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2004 Kanzem Altenberg First Growth Riesling Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2004-kanzem-altenberg-first-growth-riesling-kabinett-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Von Othegraven
,White,Portugal,"This small estate bottling is an attractive, full-bodied wine, ripe, with a touch of tropical fruit flavors. Fine, clean and fresh. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,15,88,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta do Reguengo de Melgaco 2005 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-reguengo-melgaco-2005-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2005,Quinta do Reguengo de Melgaco
,Red,Italy,"From one of Sicily's most quality-minded producers, Re Noto (85-15% Nero d'Avola and Syrah) has both a fruity component in the form of blackberry and blueberry and a toasted, nutty one. The wine is equally balanced in terms of flavors and boasts an appealing dusty or spicy quality in the mouth. Imported by Kobrand.",Re Noto,13,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Maccari 2004 Re Noto Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-maccari-2004-re-noto-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2004,Feudo Maccari
13,White,Chile,"Sharp and zesty, but in a racy, tropical way that works at all check points. Lime, kiwi, green melon, lemongrass and a touch of bell pepper carry the textbook Casablanca palate, and the finish is fresh and on the mark. Yet another fine value from Los Vascos. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Los Vascos,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2005 Los Vascos Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2005-los-vascos-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
13.5,Red,Italy,"Just released but already mature and composed in presentation (20% sees oak), this Nero d'Avola and Syrah blend has rich aromas of milk chocolate, blackberry, earth and moist tobacco with moderately soft tannins on the persistent finish. Imported by Vin Divino.",Benuara,15,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2005 Benuara Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2005-benuara-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2005,Cusumano
13.5,Red,Italy,"A fruit forward nose with emphasis on dried fruit, prunes, raisins and currant berries. Ripe cherry  comes through in the mouth where the wine shows good structure; shows Nero d'Avola as the elegant grape it is.",Sagana,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2003 Sagana Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2003-sagana-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Cusumano
14,Red,US,"Considerably more balanced than Carr's Clos Pepe bottling, this Pinot is very dry and filled with youthful acidity, but it shows the vintage's heat in the intensely ripe stone fruit and berry flavors. It hasn't knit together yet, with the individual parts at odds. Try holding for three years and see what happens.",Turner Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2004 Turner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2004-turner-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Carr
8.1,White,Germany,"A very good kabinett, one that effortlessly combines aromas of fresh greens, mixed citrus and green apples in a relatively lightweight package. Apple, citrus and melon flavors turn slightly honeyed on the finish, while remaining crisp enough to be rereshing.",Erdener Treppchen Kabinett,21,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,C.H. Berres 2004 Erdener Treppchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ch-berres-2004-erdener-treppchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,C.H. Berres
,White,Portugal,"Aveleda's more traditional Vinho Verde is still perfectly fresh, with crisp green plum and grapefruit flavors. A blend of Trajadura and Loureiro, it is fresh but full-bodied with good intensity of fruit. Imported by Aveleda Imports.",Grinalda,9,88,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2005 Grinalda White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2005-grinalda-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Aveleda
13.8,Red,US,"Right now this single-vineyard Pinot is a little gawky. It may be too young, and it's hard to tell where it's going. The individual parts are good but they haven't come together. There's a lot of primary cherry and cola fruit, adequate acidity, dusty tannins and rich oak. Try stashing it in a cool cellar for three or four years.",Wren Hop Vineyard,36,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Holdredge 2004 Wren Hop Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holdredge-2004-wren-hop-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Holdredge
14.2,Red,Chile,"Very sturdy and measured, with ripe cherry and berry aromas touched up by a blast of leather and black olive. The palate on this Cab-dominated blend shows familiar but likable cassis, black cherry and cola flavors. Tannic and firm late, with a shot of chocolate to sweeten things up. Imported by Cabernet Corporation.",Axel Primero,30,88,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2002 Axel Primero Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2002-axel-primero-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,La Playa
14.5,White,US,"Fans of acidity will like this wine for its bright crispness that really gets  the tastebuds whistling. It's a very dry, streamlined wine, with citrus zest and vanilla flavors that will play well off a nice cracked crab and sourdough baguette.",Old Vines,19,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wolff 2004 Old Vines Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolff-2004-old-vines-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Wolff
18,Port/Sherry,Italy,"This dry version of Sicily's most famous fortified wine boasts lingering tones of pinecone, walnut and custard for a more austere and powerful style. This Marsala is deep brown in color and very spicy on the close. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Vino Marsala Fine Ambra Dry,12,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Marsala,,Cantine Florio NV Vino Marsala Fine Ambra Dry  (Marsala),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-florio-nv-vino-marsala-fine-ambra-dry-white-marsala/,White Blend,,Cantine Florio
14.5,Red,US,"A good introduction to the Calera style. It's a complex, lush wine, despite the light color and light body, with a myriad of cherry, pomegranate, cola, coffee and vanilla spice flavors. Drink now through 2007.",,21,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Calera
14,Red,Italy,"This is a heavily toasted Nero d'Avola that puts blackberry and plum on equal footing with vanilla, roasted nuts and wood notes. It's a New World-style wine made with an Old World grape. Ends with dusty tannins.",Terre di Ginestra,19,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2003 Terre di Ginestra Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2003-terre-ginestra-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2003,Calatrasi
13,Red,Italy,"Blackberry, prune, pencil shavings, charcoal and a rubber-like note sum up the aromas of this Nero d'Avola, Merlot and Syrah blend. The wine is penetrating and intense on all levels with ripe fruit flavors and dusty tannins in the mouth. Imported by Vias Imports.",La Segreta,16,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2005 La Segreta Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2005-segreta-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2005,Planeta
14,White,Italy,"This is a successful blend of Grillo and Chardonnay that delivers Golden Delicious apple, banana, vanilla and tomato leaf. It's smooth and creamy in the mouth with notes of cracked white peppercorn on the finish. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Baccante,39,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2004 Baccante White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2004-baccante-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
14.5,White,South Africa,"Not known for whites, Anura has crafted a very nice Chenin. This golden-hued wine exudes aromas of cooked peanuts, soy dumplings and Asian spices, all wrapped in toasty oak. Nutty and toasty in the mouth, with flavors of olive oil and spice coating moderate white stone fruit. The full, creamy mouthfeel borders on bulky. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",Private Cellar,18,88,Paarl,,,Anura 2004 Private Cellar Chenin Blanc (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anura-2004-private-cellar-chenin-blanc-paarl/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Anura
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Golden Kaan's best wine to date, this competes with some of South Africa's much pricier wines. There are cola, balsam, coffee and mixed berry aromas, while the mouthfeel is creamy, with  dry tannins. On the palate, the wine picks up some earthy flavors in addition to mixed berry, and has good length on the finish. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",Reserve Selection,14,88,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2003 Reserve Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2003-reserve-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Golden Kaan
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a full-bodied, ripe style of Marlborough Sauvignon. It starts with aromas of warm, sun-ripened stone fruits then adds hints of honey and dried herbs. Flavors of peach, melon and fig turn a bit grapefruity on the finish, but this is a lusciously fruit-filled wine. Imported by Kono USA.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Kono 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kono-2004-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Kono
8,White,Germany,"Light, clean and refreshing--all the qualities you might expect from a Mosel kabinett--and this wine has them. Pear, apple and melon aromas and flavors even bring hints of spice and minerality with them, elevating this wine above the rest of the pack.",Trittenheimer Kabinett,21,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2004 Trittenheimer Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2004-trittenheimer-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Grans-Fassian
12,White,Germany,"Full-bodied for a Mosel wine, at 12% alcohol, but tasty, offering rather bland apple  or melon flavors but dusted with enough spice and mineral notes to add considerable complexity. Long, spice-driven finish. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Blauschiefer QbA,23,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Immich-Batterieberg 2004 Blauschiefer QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/immich-batterieberg-2004-blauschiefer-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Immich-Batterieberg
14,White,South Africa,"The first  South African wine from this Sauvignon Blanc specialist. Has some grassy aromas that open up to show plenty of tropical fruit. In the mouth it's clean, with good balance, and shows both ripe flavors of mango, peach and pear as well as a hint of asparagus. Complex, with a citrusy finish. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",,18,88,Stellenbosch,,,Sauvignon Republic 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvignon-republic-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sauvignon Republic
13.5,Red,US,"It's not clear that Dry Creek Valley is the ideal home for Merlot. This winery's bottlings have been good but earthy, tannic and dry in the past. This one represents a step foward. There's something elegant about it, and the cherry and mocha-tinged flavors certainly are pleasurable. Drink now.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This medium-weight, fleshy Sauvignon offers aromas of ripe gooseberries and stone fruits, then backs that up with nectarine and citrus, just tinged with herbal character. Good length on the finish for such an inexpensive wine, a tribute to winemaking consultant Alan McCorkindale. Imported by Precept Brands.",,12,88,Marlborough,,,Fauna 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fauna-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fauna
14.6,White,US,"Like all Edna Valley Chards, this bottling is bone dry, with high acidity. The flavors are very citrusy, with richer notes of honeydew melon and sweet, oaky vanilla. This is a polished, elegant wine.",Unfiltered,25,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,York Mountain Winery 2003 Unfiltered Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2003-unfiltered-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,York Mountain Winery
14,White,Chile,"Bold melon and pear aromas to begin with, and alongside that there's a touch of toasted corn. Sweet enough to please, with pear and vanilla leading the flavor parade. Plump and smooth on the finish, with a sweet coconutty aftertaste. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Amelia,35,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Amelia Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-amelia-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"This is a big, soft, extracted and dense Cabernet that's not showing well now because it's so top-heavy with fruit and oak. But it has an underlying dry elegance, and the blackberry liqueur and espresso flavors are big enough for midterm aging. Best 2007 through 2009.",Red Rose Hill,30,88,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2002 Red Rose Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2002-red-rose-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Galante
,White,Portugal,"As it should be from the year and the grape, this is a full-bodied wine,  with some good green plum flavors. But its intensity of flavor is spoiled by the soft, lightly sugary aftertaste. Imported by Signature Imports.",,12,85,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vila Verde 2005 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vila-verde-2005-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2005,Casa de Vila Verde
13.9,White,US,"Soft and slightly sweet, with a taste of grapefruits, apricots and peaches, this simple Sauvignon has the benefit of being clean, with a touch of oak for seasoning.",,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Courtney Benham
13.4,White,US,"Here's a good, everyday Chardonnay. It has ripe tropical fruit and vanilla flavors, with a creamy mouthfeel and hints of charry oak. It proves that California can produce value wines of quality and interest in huge quantities.",,8,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Talus 2004 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-2004-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2004,Talus
14,Red,Chile,"Unfolds with soft, almost candied strawberry aromas before gathering its legs to show more committed red-fruit flavors. An easygoing wine that snaps and pops on the palate. Hardly complex but satisfying in a no-thought way.",,7,84,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Valdivieso
,White,Portugal,"A simple, rather earthy, dry style of vinho verde, a blend of Loureiro, Trajadura and Pederna. It's somewhat reductive, which rather spoils the freshness.",,9,83,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 2005 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-lima-2005-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima
13.5,Red,US,"Slightly sweet, soft and thick, with cherry Lifesaver flavors and a spicy finish, this everyday wine will be okay with simple fare. From Gallo.",Reserve,15,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Valley Vineyards 2002 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-valley-2002-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Napa Valley Vineyards
12.5,Red,US,"Far too sweet to qualify for a higher rating, this Cab has good varietal flavors that taste like a spoonful or two of white sugar has been added. Perhaps that explains the low alcohol, only 12.5 percent.",,16,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Vintners 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-vintners-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Rutherford Vintners
14.5,Red,US,"Murphy-Goode has a history of producing quality Bordeaux blends. But there's way too much new oak here, 100 percent in fact, and that, on top of a residual-sugary finish, pushes this wine into unbalance.",All In Claret,45,80,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2003 All In Claret Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2003-all-in-claret-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"Firm, chewy, young, tight and yet quite supple and fulfilling, this stunning Cabernet is packed with a rainbow of fruit flavors—blueberry, black currant and black cherry—that open into a seamless, beautifully proportioned wine. The scents and flavors run the gamut from citrus peel to clove to oy to chocolate, espresso and beyond.",Père de Famille,45,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2003 Père de Famille Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2003-pere-famille-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Betz Family
,White,US,"You'll find this underrated producer offers wines with wonderful density and concentration, ripely balanced, plummy, mixed red fruits, and elegantly astringent tannins. There is real winemaking craft on display here, every detail beautifully rendered, substantial but not out of whack in any way. The fragrant, evocative results showcase the fruit but also buttress it with properly managed acids, tannins and new oak.",Champoux Vineyard,30,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2003 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2003-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Soos Creek
,Red,US,"Though it gets the same care as the winery's Cab, the Clos de Betz features considerably more Merlot in the blend (59% compared with 13%). This is intensely fragrant, beautifully integrated, toasty and lush. The mouthfeel is incredible, offering layers of caramel, butterscotch and creamy oak around black cherry and plum. There is even a hint of camphor and five spice for still more sensory overload.",Clos de Betz,32,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2003 Clos de Betz Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2003-clos-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Betz Family
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A standout sparkler, this wine delivers an intense and complex bouquet ripe with peach, pineapple, toasted almond and egg custard. A brilliantly crystalline appearance underscores the acidity and crisp freshness on the palate. The wine's full, textured feel is most impressive. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Cuvée Annamaria Clementi,157,93,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 1999 Cuvée Annamaria Clementi  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-1999-cuvee-annamaria-clementi-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Ca' del Bosco
,White,US,"Chardonnay rarely rises above the mundane, but when it does, you wonder why doesn't everyone make it like this? Big and voluptuous, this gorgeous bottling retains enough acid and balance to deliver the big-time goods with finesse. Silky, ripe, lush yet sculpted, it plays out deliciously through an extremely long and richly fruity palate.",,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Abeja
,Sparkling,US,"Actually a Blanc de Blancs, since it's 100% Chardonnay, this is a wine of great purity, maybe because of the organic grapes. The bread dough, vanilla and subtle peach flavors have a very rich, creamy texture, without the jaggedness of ordinary bubblies. This is an important new addition to California's sparkling wine portfolio.",Brut,50,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jeriko 2001 Brut Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeriko-2001-brut-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2001,Jeriko
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. This is full of intensely ripe fruit, but seductively balanced with the fresh acidity. The wine is solid, but also lively, with dusty tannins layered with some new wood flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Citran 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-citran-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Citran
13.8,White,Australia,"One of the most impressive white wines I've had this year. Its nose deals a different fragrance every time you go back to it: nut, focused yellow fruit, cola, then fresh baked pastry. It's multilayered on the palate, and pretty tight, with apricots dressed up in cream around the wide, soft edges, and a nucleus of tight, tart citrus. Zesty, consistent and compelling. Imported by Pan Pacific Wines.",Grand Reserve,34,93,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,Pepper Tree 2003 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-tree-2003-grand-reserve-chardonnay-wrattonbully/,Chardonnay,2003,Pepper Tree
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A complete wine, rich and opulent. It has all the right balances of acidity, sweet fruits, black flavors and underlying dry tannins. Excellent.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carmes-haut-brion-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A beautiful, fruity wine with great black flavors, rich acidity, the tannins playing the essential bass counterpoint. The dryness from the structure only comes through right at the end.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Poyferré 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-poyferre-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Léoville Poyferré
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. This is a gorgeous, rounded wine with ripe tannins, very pure fruit and layers of almost sweet acidity. This biodynamic vineyard, rare in Bordeaux, is consistently producing top quality wines.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Tour Figeac 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-figeac-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château La Tour Figeac
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Mint and herbs set the scene for a ripe, black-fruited, relatively soft wine, where the tannins are charming rather than firm. But it's easy to imagine this wine broadening and developing a more structured character later.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Chateau La Tour Carnet 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-carnet-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Chateau La Tour Carnet
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. An impressively dense wine, flowing with black fruits, firm, dark tannins and great ripe flavors. The layers of wood just hint at their supporting roles, while the acidity gives the wine a final lift.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Mayne 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-mayne-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Grand Mayne
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Stefan von Neipperg is making impressive wine at this property, which will surely be reclassified as Premier Grand Cru Classé this year. This  2005 is intense, polished, but still packed with a fine, elegant structure, with the added complexity of herbs and dried fruits.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon la Gaffelière 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-gaffeliere-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Canon la Gaffelière
,Red,US,"A superb follow-up to the winery's 2003 Milbrandt, it's the same 40/60 blend from Clifton and Sundance, both located in Washington's new Wahluke Slope AVA. A penetrating nose of cherries, violets, blueberries and black olives leads into a wine that masks its power with finesse. Licorice, tar and smoke wrap around the bright raspberry fruit core, with just a whiff of white pepper. Great winemaking, and a price point more wineries should emulate.",Milbrandt Vineyards,22,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2004 Milbrandt Vineyards Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2004-milbrandt-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Syncline
,Red,US,"A bit more austere (for the moment) than the Champoux bottling, this has the vineyard's characteristically tight streak of mineral running through its core. Mixed scents suggest hay and pie cherries. There is plenty of substantial viscosity, but nothing heavy about the mouthfeel. This is sleek, deceptively light, tasting of stones, with soft hints of berry, good acids and nothing sharp or bitter.",Ciel du Cheval,33,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Soos Creek 2003 Ciel du Cheval Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2003-ciel-cheval-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Soos Creek
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A delightful wine, with its delicate fruits, ripe tannins and fine, black plums. This is going to mature with grace and ease—a pleasure to drink.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Siran
,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample.  A crisp, citrus wine, with good fresh fruit flavors. This has clean acidity, along with its ripe fruits, tempered with a touch of wood. As it develops, this wine will become bigger and more important.",Blanc-Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2005 Blanc-Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2005-blanc-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Domaine de Chevalier
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A fine, perfumed, Cabernet Franc-dominated wine that builds layers of rich, intense fruit. This is solid, powerful, but also shows potential charm. The dry aftertaste suggests good aging.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Dôme 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-dome-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Le Dôme
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Many Italian wine enthusiasts consider this 100% Chardonnay their country's number one metodo classico sparkler—the wine that sets the bar for all the rest. Yet the 1996 vintage has sparked controversy because of uneven reviews. We, however, loved its complex bouquet of honey, dried laven der, tealeaf, pear, bread crust and unexpected mint-like notes. The mouthfeel is intense, smooth and long on the finish. Imported by Dalla Terra.",Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore,90,93,,Trento,,Ferrari 1996 Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-1996-giulio-ferrari-riserva-fondatore-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,1996,Ferrari
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. New wood aromas are mingled with black fruits. The wine is solid, but with sweet wood and fruit tannins, which are already integrating well. The fruit is deliciously ripe, with acidity only just showing.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Fourtet 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-fourtet-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Clos Fourtet
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. An intensely ripe, fruity wine, which is already well integrated. The intense dark fruits are supported by some new wood and grainy tannins. This is powerful, and, with its acidity, should age well.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Poujeaux 2005 Barrel sample  (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-poujeaux-2005-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Poujeaux
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Big black currant fruits, good balancing tannins, with herbs and a touch of mint. This wine has a whole panoply of flavors that are already blending together well. The acidity sets the seal .",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Pichon Longueville
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Rich, ripe, elegant fruit is balanced with spice, ripe tannins and some new wood. For a young wine, this is already well balanced, but that's a positive, considering the density of the flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Labégorce Margaux
,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A big, generous, rounded wine that has great, ripe fruits, balanced with acidity. This is full, open, and will be delicious.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Louvière 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louviere-2005-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château la Louvière
,Red,US,"Michel Rolland consults on this extraordinary Merlot, part of Allen Shoup's Long Shadows project. Dark, dense, supremely concentrated with a silky, smoky, voluptuous mouthfeel, Pedestal is beautifully ripened, nuanced and complete. Lovely notes of bacon and smoked meats permeate the thick, juicy fruit. Still tight and young, this is a Merlot to savor, and to save.",,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pedestal 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedestal-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Pedestal
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Spice and ripe fruits are the main characters of this wine, which shows the results of the considerable investment that has gone into this estate. Impressive and modern in style, but still keeping its harmony.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Prieuré-Lichine 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-prieure-lichine-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Prieuré-Lichine
10.5,Dessert,Hungary,"Made with 50% Furmint, 45% Háslevelu and 5% Muscat, this vintage weathered two hailstorms during the summer. The surviving grapes benefited from greater concentration, leading to a more intense wine. Already developing toffee and coffee notes, this wine still shows plenty of citrus, honey, dried apricot and fig, with a hint of nuttiness on the nose. Syrupy and round, the citrusy acids maintain a beautiful harmony.",Betsek Aszú 6 Puttonyos,67,93,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 1999 Betsek Aszú 6 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-1999-betsek-aszu-6-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1999,Royal Tokaji
,Red,US,"Dark, plummy and very spicy, this excellent wine shows the lifted streak of citrus that seems to characterize Yakima Valley Syrahs. Penetrating and deep, its compact fruits are loaded with interesting citrus/floral highlights, and hints of exotic perfumes and powders. Long, seductive and exotic, finishing with a lick of sealing wax.",Co-fermented,38,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2003 Co-fermented Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2003-co-fermented-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,Kestrel
,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Hugely citrusy in character, this delicious wine has layers of wood, spice and intense acidity. A powerful wine, but on that retains its delicacy.",Blanc-Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Laville Haut-Brion 2005 Blanc-Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laville-haut-brion-2005-blanc-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Laville Haut-Brion
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. An impressively minty wine, with eucalyptus showing through. But fruit is the thing here, a storm of flavors pierced through with high perfumes and powered by some fine, dense tannins.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Canon
13.5,White,US,"Made mainly from vineyards in Green Valley, the wine was barrel fermented and underwent complete malolactic fermentation. The French oak barrels were 50% new. This level of intervention was appropriate to the underlying wine, which is massive in tropical fruit, pear, fig and melon flavors. The result is complex and lush.",Dutton Ranch,35,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2004 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2004-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A poised, beautiful wine that brings out fine black fruits but also seems ready to spring forward, like a finely tuned athlete. Soft, dusty tannins round out the wine.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Giscours 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-giscours-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Giscours
,Red,US,"Abeja's John Abbott belongs on anyone's short list of Washington's most talented winemakers. This supple, dense Cabernet is restrained for the vintage, but lacks nothing in terms of power, muscle or complexity. Tar, smoke and gravel run right down its spine; tannins are substantial. But everything about the wine says class, and its compact confidence rewards patient tasters with layers of ripe, varietal flavor, perfectly matched to the oak.",,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Abeja
,Red,US,"This extraordinary wine possesses an enormous wealth of black cherry, blueberry, cassis and espresso flavors, wrapped in fine, well-toasted oak. Has that rare quality of elegance, in which all the parts work together in harmony. Thoroughly dry, it's marked by a firm, astringent tannic structure now, but is a certain cel lar candidate. Should begin to blossom by 2008 and hold through 2015.",,70,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Caymus 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caymus-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Caymus
,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A surprisingly gentle wine, almost delicate, with smooth flavors, a texture like deep velvet curtains and, dominating at the end, acidity.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château La Mission Haut-Brion
,Red,US,"This very limited (600 cases) companion to the winery's Ethos Chardonnay marks a turnaround for Ste. Michelle's red wine program, as Bob Bertheau came on board just before the 2003 crush. The style is seductive, sharp and spicy; the tart fruits tumble out in a pile of mixed berry and cherry. Chocolate and baking spices add more flavors; the wine is seamless, smooth and long; the oak beautifully integrated.",Ethos,29,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Ethos Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-ethos-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. An immensely powerful wine with hugely ripe tannins. This is enormous, but is there a sense of balance? Yes, just at the end, as freshness and acidity play their roles.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trotanoy 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trotanoy-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Trotanoy
14.3,Red,US,"Robert Young is one of Alexander Valley's greatest wineries. After others achieved success with their Merlot grapes, they started making their own wine, and consumers are the beneficiaries. Truly soft and voluptuous, yet richly structured, the wine is totally dry, with a dried herb edge to the cherry flavors. The complexity is enormous, but somehow the wine remains delicate and elegant.",,42,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 2002 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-2002-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2002,Robert Young
,Red,Australia,"Abyss-black and adheres to the unwritten but well understood rule that Armagh must be big and bold, more appropriate for a passionate rendezvous than the dinner table. This vintage offers penetrating eucalyptus, white pepper, even meaty aromas. The palate is full and rich, dealing mixed berries, plum, eucalyptus and a hint of caramel. There are lasting, grippy tannins on the back palate, with notes of wheat bread and licorice on the finish. Drink through 2014. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Armagh,100,94,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2002 Armagh Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2002-armagh-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Jim Barry
12,White,Hungary,"An amazing wine that is a benchmark for its class. Pure scents of dried apricot, citrus, jasmine and melon are coated with Asian spices, while the mouth is honeyed but nuanced, with flavors of dried spices, apricot marmalade and citrus fruits. What sets this wine apart is its mouthwatering acidity. A blend of grapes from multiple vineyards, this 26,000-case production wine is a steal at this price. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Aszú 5 Puttonyos,32,94,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 2000 Aszú 5 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-2000-aszu-5-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,2000,Royal Tokaji
,Red,US,"Keenan's 2002 regular is very good. The Reserve emulates all its fine qualities and far exceeds it in richness. This is a soft yet complex wine, rich in supple tannins, with extraordinary flavors of blackberry-laced espresso and pure, dark unsweetened chocolate. As dry as it is, the finish is as sweet as crème de cassis.",Reserve,56,94,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2002 Reserve Merlot (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2002-reserve-merlot-napa-spring-mountain/,Merlot,2002,Keenan
,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A huge, generous, opulent wine, with cedar aromas, a touch of toast and immense black fruits. And it still keeps a delicacy and elegance: very Saint-Julien .",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Branaire-Ducru 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branaire-ducru-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Branaire-Ducru
,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A spicy, densely sweet wine, all ripe purple fruits bursting out of a straitjacket of tannins, with the wood flavors quite dominant at this stage. The wine is firm, but the fruit is so big that the dryness is lost.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Angélus 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-angelus-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Angélus
,White,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Rich, hugely ripe, intense fruit flavors, with layers of spice and acidity, but also full-bodied, well-integrated fruit. As always, Haut-Brion's white is at the top.",Blanc-Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2005 Blanc-Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2005-blanc-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Haut-Brion
,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. Huge black currant flavors, very ripe fruit, but also a great sense of balance, of proportion that give this wine both charm and impressiveness. It's going to age seriously, and well.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Talbot
,Red,France,"93-95 Barrel sample. A hard, powerfully dry wine that packs big tannins over the fruit. The wood element is certainly there, but it's the almost Napa-like fruit tannins that drive this wine.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Ségla 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-segla-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Rauzan-Ségla
,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A fine, dry, complete wine, with all the elements in place. It is dense, with black chocolate opulence, but underlying is very pure acidity and dark plum fruit flavors.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Palmer
,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A wine that seems to revel in richness. The tannins are certainly structured, but the fruit is just bursting out. The dryness and the acidity, though, promise that the fruit will be tamed and the wine will age well .",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Lynch-Bages
,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Big tannins here, but balanced and equaled by very ripe, immensely black fruit. Acidity playsa good counterpoint to the sweetness of the fruit.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lagrange 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrange-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Lagrange
,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A dense, powerful wine, packed with very dry, very dark tannins. There is great fruit as well, ranging from black currant to black plums to black cherries. A very fine wine.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Beychevelle
,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. A superbly elegant wine that hides its power well. There are dry tannins, blackberry fruits, elevated acidity, and just a hint of raisins.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
,Dessert,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. So pure, it is almost a straight line of ripe, honeyed fruit and dense spices. There are flavors of marmalade and ripe pear, and steely, tight acidity. As always, the best.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Yquem 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dyquem-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château d'Yquem
,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Acidity, blackcurrant fruits, dry tannins: all the hallmarks of young Cabernet Sauvignon in a ripe, layered complex wine that will develop into something extraordinary. A great wine .",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gruaud Larose 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gruaud-larose-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Gruaud Larose
,Dessert,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Initially this wine seems soft, but then it becomes obvious that the tannins are very present, dry and massive. But they are already well integrated, going together with the herbs, the spice and pure black fruit flavors. Impressive wine.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Brane-Cantenac
,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Full of tannins, this wine is big and spicy, with a certain grandeur to it. It's likely to be a very fine wine, the pure acidity and black fruits pushing through.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Belair 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belair-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Belair
,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. With its packed, spicy wood and very ripe fruit, this is almost sweet. There are certainly fruit and tannins there, but now they are dominated by new wood, leaving a coated mouthfeel that hides this wine's true potential.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Mouton Rothschild
,Red,France,"94-96 Barrel sample. Huge blackcurrant fruits dominate a wine that is powerful and showing very ripe. There are flavors of smoky, balanced tannins, bitter cherries, black figs. As all the great wines in 2005, it finishes with a delicious lift of acidity.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Ducru Beaucaillou
,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. As always, a class apart, Pétrus is dense but elegant. It has a great combination of power and elegance, superripe fruit and complexity of flavors, but wears all this with such style.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pétrus 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petrus-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Pétrus
,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A huge, muscular wine. Brooding and intense, but the tannins keep themselves in order. Very different from its stablemate, La Mission Haut-Brion.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Haut-Brion
,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A hugely dense wine, packed with fruit tannins, with only a touch of wood showing through. There's a touch of peppermint, too. Firm and solid; a real blockbuster .",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Cos d'Estournel
,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample  A hugely dark wine, packed with very dry tannins. Initially a little hot from alcohol, later it shows layers of sweet acidity. An example of the power of the vintage without losing grace. An impressive wine.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Cheval Blanc
,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A big wine with dense tannins, but so elegant. Dark, intense, with layers of acidity underneath that only show through at the end. Unusually, Cabernet Sauvignon dominates this wine, a sign of the ripeness of the Cabernet fruit.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Léoville Las Cases
,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A solid, very firm wine that initially lacks charm. But it just needs time to knit together; as it is now, its huge, dry tannins completely hide the fruit, just giving hints of greatness to come .",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Léoville Barton
,Red,France,"96-98 Barrel sample. Deceptively soft, dusty tannins; underneath this velvet veneer, the wine is a powerhouse of dry firmness. It's a powerful expression of Cabernet Sauvignon with great ripeness and cassis flavors.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Lafite Rothschild
,Red,France,"97-99 Barrel sample. A superb wine that brings together all the qualities of this vintage. It has great fruit, layers of acidity, dark tannins and a velvety texture, without losing the sense of place that sets great Bordeaux apart.",Barrel sample,,98,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Ausone
,Red,France,"97-99 Barrel sample. Year after year, Margaux makes great wine simply because of its vineyard. This year, with the high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine has stunning, ripe tannins and very pure black currant flavors, but also a denseness from the ripeness of the fruit. It's a classic already, and is sure to age beautifully.",Barrel sample,,98,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Margaux
,Red,France,"98-100 Barrel Sample. This has to be the wine of the vintage. It sums up all the positives of a great year: glorious fruit, power, elegance and acidity to balance. The tannins are enormous but they are still brooding rather than extracted. 87% of Cabernet Sauvignon.",Barrel sample,,99,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Latour
16,Dessert,US,"Soft, simple and not even very sweet, with cherry and mocha flavors that have a harsh, bitter tinge to the finish.",Late Harvest,26,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Van Ruiten 2003 Late Harvest Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-ruiten-2003-late-harvest-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2003,Van Ruiten
13.7,Red,US,"Heavy and soft in texture, this Napa Syrah is forward in simple cherry-berry fruit, and finishes sugary sweet.",,12,80,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pavilion 2003 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Pavilion
13.5,Red,US,"Soft, simple and sugary sweet, with black cherry and blackberry pie flavors and a milk chocolate finish. From Gallo.",Reserve,17,80,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Valley Vineyards 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-valley-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Napa Valley Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"Tired and sweet, with red and black cherry flavors and a simple structure, this Merlot is just barely serviceable.",,18,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Grove Street 2001 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-street-2001-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2001,Grove Street
,Red,US,"Not a successful wine, despite Galante's reputation for Cabernet. It's hot and sharp, with simple cherry cough medicine flavors.",Estate,35,80,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2003 Estate Merlot (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2003-estate-merlot-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Merlot,2003,Galante
13,White,Italy,"Extremely oxidized, with an amber-gold color and aromas straight from a Sherry bodega. Only acceptable for its richness and nuttiness. If you expect any freshness or zip, take a pass. Tasted twice; funky both times with one sample corked.",Albus,14,80,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Sardus Pater 2003 Albus  (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sardus-pater-2003-albus-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2003,Sardus Pater
11,White,Germany,"Aside from vaguely mineral aromas, this wine is devoid of interest. Slightly pickle-y notes on the palate combine with subdued melon and apple flavors.",Baron K Riesling Kabinett,15,80,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2004 Baron K Riesling Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2004-k-riesling-kabinett-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Baron Knyphausen
13.5,Red,US,Simple and sweet. This wine has candied cherry and coffee flavors.,Blarny Red,18,80,California,California Other,California,Irish NV Blarny Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irish-nv-blarny-red-other/,Red Blend,,Irish
15.8,Red,US,"Pours dark and heavy looking, and the aroma suggests Port, which the first sip confirms. Despite official descriptions as dry, the wine tastes sweet and hot, thanks to nearly 16 percent of alcohol.",,24,80,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Holdredge 2004 Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holdredge-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Holdredge
13.5,White,Chile,"Fairly pickled and funky, with a stale nose. Not a prime-time performer; it's just at the level of accpetable.",Reserve,9,80,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2004 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2004-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Santa Alicia
16.1,Red,US,"The only thing that's not Porty about this wine is the sugar level. It's dry, but at the expense of dreadfully high, 16.1 percent alcohol. Bring a designated driver if you drink it.",Select Reserve,30,80,California,South Coast,Temecula,Stuart Cellars 2004 Select Reserve Zinfandel (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2004-select-reserve-zinfandel-south-coast-temecula/,Zinfandel,2004,Stuart Cellars
14,Red,US,"Soft, dry and earthy, with diluted fruit flavors that have an off-putting medicinal note. This wine is just barely acceptable.",,15,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Van Ruiten 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-ruiten-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Van Ruiten
13.5,Red,US,"Softly tannic and far too sweet for a dry table wine, this Bordeaux blend pushes its cherry, blackberry, chocolate and coffee flavors almost into dessert territory.",Diamond Reserve Aria,38,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Harmony Cellars 2002 Diamond Reserve Aria Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmony-cellars-2002-diamond-reserve-aria-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Harmony Cellars
14.3,Red,US,The problem here is excessive sweetness. It tastes like there was a lot of residual sugar in the wine when fermentation was stopped. As a result the flavor is of sugared blackberry tea.,Bradford Mountain Vineyards,36,80,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Bradford Mountain Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-bradford-mountain-vineyards-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Gary Farrell
13.9,Red,US,"Martin Ray has struggled with this brand, and this wine won't help its reputation. It's not a good Merlot, with sweet-and-sour cherry flavors like Chinese mushu sauce.",Angeline,14,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Martin Ray 2004 Angeline Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2004-angeline-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2004,Martin Ray
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and rubbery, with a heavyweight's presence. Nearly assaultive on the palate, with hard, acidic fruit that's jumpy and tight. A tough wine, no matter how many times you come back to it.",Vina Bisquertt Reserve,15,81,Colchagua Valley,,,Don Osvaldo 2003 Vina Bisquertt Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-osvaldo-2003-vina-bisquertt-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Don Osvaldo
16.1,Red,US,"If not for the excessive sweetness, this would be a nice wine. It has great tannins, good acidity and lovely cherry flavors, with hints of licorice and cocoa. But that finish is insipidly sugary.",Elk Vineyard,45,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Irish 2004 Elk Vineyard Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irish-2004-elk-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2004,Irish
14,Red,Chile,"The nose provides spicy cherry and tea aromas but also some sweaty leather. Leafy and lean on the palate, with strange fruit flavors. A real weird cat; not the Pinot most Americans are used to.",Reserva,18,81,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2004 Reserva Pinot Noir (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2004-reserva-pinot-noir-limari-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Viña Tabalí
15,Red,US,"Dry and rustic, with sharply edged coffee and black cherry flavors, this simple wine has a homemade quality.",Cab-Shiraz,15,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Van Ruiten 2003 Cab-Shiraz Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-ruiten-2003-cab-shiraz-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2003,Van Ruiten
13.5,Red,US,"This is a sort of junior version of the winery's All In Claret, and it suffers from the same sugar problems. The alcohol is moderate, but it's almost as candied sweet as a dessert wine.",Wild Card Claret,20,81,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2003 Wild Card Claret Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2003-wild-card-claret-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Murphy-Goode
12.5,White,Chile,"Tight as a drum, with less than ripe nectarine and green vegetables on the nose. Acidic, with tart citrus flavors and an extremely aggressive mouthfeel. Almost sour; Carmen's basic Sauvignon from Curico is easier to drink.",Reserve,12,81,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2005 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2005-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Carmen
,White,Chile,"A challenged wine with harsh petrol aromas. The palate is limited in its delivery of citrus and little more. Quite lean and tart, with pop but what else?",120,8,81,Lontué Valley,,,Santa Rita 2005 120 Sauvignon Blanc (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2005-120-sauvignon-blanc-lontue-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Santa Rita
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Cranberryish on the nose, but there's also a note of sour red cabbage. Light and candied on the palate, combining candied cherry flavors with a soft, caramelly finish.",,15,81,Marlborough,,,Mana 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mana-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Mana
14,Red,Chile,"Quite herbal, bordering on outright vegetal. Yes, there's black plum and carob flavors mixed in, but overall it seems a bit stewy and rooty. Not Merlot in its best form.",Reserva,11,81,Maipo Valley,,,Yelcho 2003 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yelcho-2003-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2003,Yelcho
14.4,Red,US,"The winery's regular Edna Valley Pinot was quite good, but this single-vineyard bottling, which shares many of its qualities, suffers from an apparent sweetness that makes it cloying. It's hard to figure out how this got past the winemaker.",Jack Ranch,25,82,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,York Mountain Winery 2003 Jack Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2003-jack-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,York Mountain Winery
,White,Portugal,"The estate wine from Vila Verde which is in Lousada in the southern Vinho Verde region. It is a simple wine, fresh, but just too lightweight and bland.",,8,82,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vila Verde 2005 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vila-verde-2005-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Casa de Vila Verde
11.5,White,Germany,"Smells like Riesling, with scents of green apples, citrus and some vaguely floral notes, but turns a bit fat and dull on the palate. Soft and short on the finish.",QbA,10,82,Pfalz,,,Ironstone 2005 QbA Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2005-qba-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2005,Ironstone
14.2,White,US,"This wine is clean enough, and has zesty, mouth-watering acidity. But there's no there there. It's watery and thin, with just a trace of citrus juice.",,18,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2005 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Andretti
,Red,Chile,"Overly herbal, with olive and tomato beating out the black fruit in the wine. The palate shows some bulky plum and cherry, but also roasted and sauteed bell pepper. Finishes a bit salty/tannic.",Reserva,12,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2004 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2004-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2004,Santa Rita
13.5,Red,Chile,"Deep and leafy, with a rich, almost murky-mossy note. The palate, however, is raw and acidic. Thus the plum and berry flavors are in your face and short, with a peppery aftertaste.",,10,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Don Osvaldo 2004 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-osvaldo-2004-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Don Osvaldo
12.5,White,Chile,"Full and melony, and ultimately rather soft. Bulky grapefruit with a touch of orange and/or tangerine are the primary flavors, while the stout finish is short and a bit too round. Not much life here.",,8,82,Curicó Valley,,,Morandé 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2005-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Morandé
12.5,White,South Africa,"Ripe fruit aromas of papaya and grapefruit virtually disappear in the mouth, where a hint of white fruit remains. Soft and flabby, without an acidic kick to bolster the mouthfeel. Imported by Origin Vineyards, USA",,10,82,Western Cape,,,Origin 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Origin
13.9,Red,US,"Too sweet by a mile, this Pinot, made from a variety of Dijon clones and older selections, tastes like it has residual sugar. The alcohol, which at 13.9% is relatively low for California, may explain that.",,32,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Holdredge 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holdredge-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Holdredge
12,White,US,"Sweet, soft and simple, in fact a little insipid, with a sugary finish that makes the candied fruit cloying.",,16,82,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,Hagafen 2005 White Riesling (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2005-riesling-white-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,White Riesling,2005,Hagafen
14,Red,US,"I called the '04 Santa Barbara Pinot vintage ""a challenge"" due to harvest heat waves, and this wine seems to have been a victim. Although fully dry, it suffers from pruny, raisiny flavors that are far from pleasant.",Clos Pepe Vineyard,40,82,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2004 Clos Pepe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2004-clos-pepe-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Carr
13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts with earth, leather and basic berry aromas. Red fruits riding on a forceful wave of acidity carry the palate, while the finish is tart and lets go of any depth the wine may have had.",,9,82,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2004 Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2004-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2004,Aresti
13,Red,New Zealand,"Brings cola and cherry on the nose, but also some slightly vegetal notes. A supple, creamy mouthfeel isn't enough to rescue this wine from its dull flavors.",,14,82,East Coast,,,Lobster Key 2004 Pinot Noir (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lobster-key-2004-pinot-noir-east-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lobster Key
14,White,Chile,"As funky a white wine as you're likely to find in Chile, with lean flavors that veer toward pickles and veggies. Maybe it's already losing it because it seems lost. Mouthfeel, however, is an attribute that keeps it afloat.",Secreto,12,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Secreto Viognier (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-secreto-viognier-colchagua-valley/,Viognier,2004,Viu Manent
14.2,Red,US,"Smells invitingly fine, with a classic rotie Syrah nose, but quickly turns Porty and sweetly hot in the mouth, with the flavor of stewed raisins and a sugary finish.",,14,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2003 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2003,Sobon Estate
14.9,Red,US,"Tastes soft and thick and simple, with superripe berry flavors veering into sweetened espresso. This wine is going nowhere, so drink up now.",ReZerve,24,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 2003 ReZerve Carignane (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2003-rezerve-carignan-carignane-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Carignane,2003,Sobon Estate
15,Red,US,"Soft, simple and a little baked, this Zin has a trace of cooked raisins, and a hot feeling from high alcohol. It will sustain Italian food and barbecue.",Za Zin Old Vine,15,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Laurel Glen 2004 Za Zin Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2004-za-zin-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2004,Laurel Glen
9.5,White,Germany,"Cleanly made, this plump, sweet wine offers simple pear flavors at an bargain price.",QbA,5,82,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Landshut 2004 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landshut-2004-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Landshut
14,White,Chile,"Lots of green characteristics rule, with lettuce, pepper and grapefruit speaking up. Grassy on the palate, with hints of peach and melon. Lacks legitimate core fruit.",Winemakers',17,82,Leyda Valley,,,Aresti 2005 Winemakers' Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2005-winemakers-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Aresti
13,Red,US,"Rough and sharp in the mouth, with a jagged, piercing mouthfeel, despite well-ripened cherry and blackberry flavors. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,27,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Hagafen
9,Rose,US,"Sweet and simple, this orange-colored blush will satisfy most fans of white Zin.",Twin Valley White,6,82,California,California Other,California,Gallo Family Vineyards NV Twin Valley White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-nv-twin-valley-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,,Gallo Family Vineyards
,White,Portugal,"The standard style of inexpensive Vinho Verde, this is a simple wine, clean, but with layers of sugar to coat and mask the fresh, crisp acidity.",Gatão,6,82,Vinho Verde,,,Borges NV Gatão White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-nv-gatao-white-vinho-verde-57241/,Portuguese White,,Borges
14.1,White,US,"Awkward, with tropical fruit aromas that show a burnt toast edge. In the mouth, the wine is dry, tart and thin.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Carina Cellars 2004 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carina-cellars-2004-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2004,Carina Cellars
15.5,Red,US,"Rustic and hot, with what seems like residual sugar in addition to high alcohol, this Pet tastes like a blackberry-cherry candied confection. In its favor is vibrant acidity and a clean finish.",,28,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2004 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2004-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2004,Earthquake
13.5,White,US,"Dry and grassy, even herbaceous, with a streak of cat pee, this simple wine has crisp acidity that makes the tastebuds whistle.",,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Andretti
12,White,Germany,"Rather full-bodied, this inexpensive Pinot Gris is spiked with scents of flowershop greens. Herbal notes accent the off-dry, citrusy fruit. Cleanly made, but short on the finish.",,7,83,Nahe,,,Bloom 2004 Pinot Gris (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloom-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-nahe/,Pinot Gris,2004,Bloom
10.5,White,Germany,"Broad and sweet on the palate, with peppery aromas and simple melon and citrus flavors. Short, clean finish.",Petals,7,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Bloom 2004 Petals Müller-Thurgau (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloom-2004-petals-other-white-muller-thurgau-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Müller-Thurgau,2004,Bloom
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark berry, cassis and some funky olive rate highest on the nose. The palate is firm and ripe, with dark plum and raspberry flavors. Kind of pruny on the back end, with bitter chocolate and blunt tannins.",Grand Reserve,11,83,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 2003 Grand Reserve Merlot (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2003-grand-reserve-merlot-requinoa/,Merlot,2003,Château Los Boldos
13.5,Red,Chile,"A heavy wine with bacon and meaty berry aromas. Condensed and dark, with a weighty personality and some chocolate on the finish. Comes crashing down at the end under a blanket of extract.",Reserve,13,83,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2004 Reserve Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2004-reserve-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Aresti
13.8,Red,US,"Feels a bit harsh and scoury despite nicely ripe cherry and blackberry flavors and a touch of oak. Fine with everyday fare, but it really could be more mellow.",,15,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Jekel 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Jekel
13,Red,South Africa,"Tomato leaf and red fruit aromas lift from this 80/20 blend. Despite the young age, it's starting to rust at the rim. The wine is on the soft side, creamy and smooth, with with flavors of red berry, vanilla, and green leaf.",Merlot/Pinotage,9,83,Western Cape,,,Herding Cats 2004 Merlot/Pinotage Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herding-cats-2004-merlot-pinotage-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2004,Herding Cats
13.9,Red,US,"Here's a simple, country-style Cab, ripe in black cherry and chocolate flavors. It's soft in acidity, and finishes slightly sweet.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Maddalena
14.2,White,US,"Simple and syrupy, with canned peach and apricot flavors and enough acidity to cut through the semi-sweetness for balance.",,12,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Vintners 2003 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-vintners-2003-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Rutherford Vintners
14.8,Red,US,"There's tons of upfront fruit in this exuberant, easy drinking wine. Red and black cherries star, with notes of black raspberries and chocolate. Finishes with a sweet, sugary flourish.",,18,83,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2003 Cabernet Franc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2003-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Crystal Valley Cellars
14.8,Red,US,"This year's Anthology, a blend of all five Bordeaux varieties, is not up to more recent vintages. The wine is a little slipshod, with an overly soft, gluey mouthfeel and a simple structure to the ripe fruit. Drink now.",Anthology,54,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2002 Anthology Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2002-anthology-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Conn Creek
13.5,Red,US,"If you're fussy, this is an awkward wine, a bit sweet and rustic. Yet it's clean and fruity, and will easily wash down grilled meats and poultry.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2002 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2002-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2002,Maddalena
13.4,White,South Africa,"This wine is simple but pleasant, with flavors and aromas of ripe white fruit with a touch of vanilla. Plump, despite being light-medium bodied, this is good for keeping cool in the summer.",,9,83,Western Cape,,,Kumala 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumala-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kumala
12.5,White,Germany,"Lacks expressiveness on the nose, but offers a broad, sweetish swathe of melon and citrus flavor. Garden-party material.",Müller-Thurgau Halbtrocken 1 Liter,12,83,Rheinhessen,,,Köster-Wolf 2004 Müller-Thurgau Halbtrocken 1 Liter Müller-Thurgau (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koster-wolf-2004-muller-thurgau-halbtrocken-1-liter-other-white-muller-thurgau-rheinhessen/,Müller-Thurgau,2004,Köster-Wolf
14.5,Red,US,"This wine enters dry, then turns raisiny sweet on the finish. It's big, voluptuous and soft in acidity, with furry tannins.",,21,83,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Heringer 2003 Petite Sirah (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heringer-2003-petite-sirah-central-valley-clarksburg/,Petite Sirah,2003,Heringer
12.5,Red,US,"With upfront blackberry, cherry and raisin flavors, this dryish wine is soft, with grapeskin tannins that feel puckery. It's a simple wine that will wash down simple fare.",Barefoot on the Beach,5,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Barefoot on the Beach Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-beach-red-other/,Red Blend,,Barefoot Cellars
,White,US,"Here's a good example of a country-style Chard that offers some nice qualities, at a fair price. The equivalent of four regular bottles, it's fruity and off-dry, with peaches and cream flavors that finish clean.",,22,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Black Box 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Black Box
13.5,White,Chile,"Chunky in size as it shows mostly canned fruit on the nose. Full banana, melon and citrus flavors are ripe but also kind of sticky. Light in color but not weak.",,9,83,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2005 Gewürztraminer (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2005-gewurztraminer-curico-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Aresti
12.5,White,US,"Sugary sweet, with apricot flavors. Finishes clean and fruity, with a flourish of brisk acids. Serve well chilled.",Barefoot on the Beach White Wine,5,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Barefoot on the Beach White Wine White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-beach-white-wine-other/,White Blend,,Barefoot Cellars
13.5,Red,Chile,"Opening aromas of black olive, rubber and spice vie for attention with herbal fruit. The plum and cherry flavors are present and accounted for but it's also slightly vegetal. Not a lot of meat on the bones.",Reserve,13,83,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 2004 Reserve Merlot (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2004-reserve-merlot-rio-claro/,Merlot,2004,Aresti
15.5,Red,US,"Simple and soft, with well-ripened flavors like those chocolate-covered cherry candies. Fortunately the wine is fully dry, but at the cost of very high alcohol, so be forewarned.",,28,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Earthquake
13,Red,Germany,"Light and fresh, marked by flavors of pie cherries, cranberries and fresh herbs or grasses. Crisp and tart on the finish.",Spätburgunder Rouge,20,83,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 2004 Spätburgunder Rouge Pinot Noir (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-2004-spatburgunder-rouge-pinot-noir-rheingau/,Pinot Noir,2004,Georg Breuer
9.5,White,Germany,"Plump and sweet, this simple summer quaff features ripe pear and pineapple flavors offset by hints of lime. Zesty acids on the finish provide more refreshment value than other wines in this class.",QbA,7,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Sommerau Castle 2004 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sommerau-castle-2004-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Sommerau Castle
13,Red,New Zealand,"This is Pinot Noir that in some perverse marketing twist doesn't have the variety prominently displayed in big, bold letters to snare the Sideways fan. Scents of celery leaf and white pepper are echoed on the lightweight palate, where cherry flavors chime in. Peppery and fresh on the finish.",Red Table Wine,15,83,New Zealand,,,Kiwi 2004 Red Table Wine Pinot Noir (New Zealand),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiwi-2004-red-table-wine-pinot-noir/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kiwi
13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts with a nutty, earthy personality before shedding that for more recognizable plum and berry characteristics. Features jumpy red fruit with forward acidity. The nose and palate don't seem to be on the same page, but the whole is o.k.",Estate,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,La Playa
15.1,White,US,"This is a rustic, common wine, a little earthy, with modest flavors of peaches, vanilla and honeysuckle. It has a honeyed finish but is basically dry.",,14,83,California,California Other,California,Irish 2004 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/irish-2004-viognier-other/,Viognier,2004,Irish
13.5,Red,Chile,"Well oaked, so there's bacon, smoke and meaty berry aromas. The palate, however, is condensed, so there isn't much variety or layering going on. Heavy on the finish, with chocolate. Seems exceedingly weighty on the back end.",Reserve,13,83,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rio-claro/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Aresti
,Red,US,"Here's a good, honest country-style wine. It feels handmade, with a ruggedness and slightly sweet finish, but the fruit is polished and ripe and the finish is smooth and clean.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2003 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2003,Firestone
13,White,South Africa,"Banana, citrus and scents of nut start this wine off, then lead to flavors of banana and papaya in the mouth. Full-bodied and creamy, the wine lacks good acidity, while alcoholic heat creeps in.",,9,83,Western Cape,,,Herding Cats 2005 Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herding-cats-2005-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2005,Herding Cats
9.5,White,Germany,"This colorfully packaged wine is a little on the sweet side, which creates a broad, mouthfilling texture while at the same time it lacks real depth or complexity. Instead, you get soft pear and melon flavors that finish short.",,7,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Bloom 2004 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloom-2004-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Bloom
10,Rose,US,"Off-dry, almost semi-sweet, this wine has the twin virtues of crisp acidity and ripe, juicy fruit. Just as the name says, it suggests pleasant days on the beach, with an ample picnic hamper.",Barefoot on the Beach White,5,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Barefoot on the Beach White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-beach-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,,Barefoot Cellars
13,Red,South Africa,"This wine has lots going on, but no focus. A grapey nose is marred by grassy aromas, while band-aid flavors play as much a role as the plum and vanilla. Despite heavy tannins the wine remains hollow. Finishes spicy.",Oak Lane,8,83,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2005 Oak Lane Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2005-oak-lane-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2005,Beau Joubert
,White,Portugal,"A fresh, uncomplicated wine, made and sold in large quantities. There is sweetness, along with clean, easy lemon fruits and a touch of acidity. Don't think, drink.",Gazela,6,84,Vinho Verde,,,Sogrape NV Gazela White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-nv-gazela-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,,Sogrape
14,Red,Chile,"Purple in hue, with jumpy, unsettled, grapey aromas. Fairly hard and firm in the mouth, where cherry and plum flavors careen about on the jets of bulky tannins and tangy acids. Plenty of fruit, but not much polish on the stone. Multiple U.S. importers.",,8,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Viu Manent
13.5,Red,Chile,"Rugged at first, with a strong blast of shoe polish and pickle barrel. Runs toward simple despite having a lot of color. The palate shows oaky notes of vanilla, marshmallow and cherry liqueur, while the finish is a bit medicinal. Not a congruent package.",Gran Reserva,13,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2002 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2002-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Santa Alicia
14.1,Red,US,"The alcohol is relatively moderate, but seems to be at the expense of residual sugar, to judge by the Lifesaver-sweet cherry and blackberry flavors. Beyond that, this Cab has lush, smooth tannins.",,22,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,San Simeon
13,Red,Italy,This Nero d'Avola has small doses of berry fruit and too many sharp points (including black rubber and Band-Aid aromas) to make it totally enjoyable. It lacks finesse and has a slightly bitter note on the close. Imported by J. V. Importers.,Don Pasquale,23,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Natura Iblea 2004 Don Pasquale Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natura-iblea-2004-don-pasquale-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Natura Iblea
14.8,Red,US,"A bit too ripe, to judge from the stewed berry and raisin flavors, but other than that, the wine is fully dry,  with rich, complex tannins. Drink with roasted meats and hard cheeses.",Paolo's Vineyard,32,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Montemaggiore 2003 Paolo's Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montemaggiore-2003-paolos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2003,Montemaggiore
14.2,Red,US,"Dry, tart and modestly fruited, this Merlot has an herb and tobacco edge to the cherry flavors. It's also fairly tannic, but not likely to improve. Drink now with robust fare.",Westside,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2003 Westside Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2003-westside-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2003,Dunning Vineyards
13.5,Red,US,"The winery has done a good job at their Meritage in the past. This vintage is something of a letdown. The wine suffers from a tart, acidic dryness that lacks generosity of fruit. Yet it retains elegance and balance. Drink now.",Meritage,28,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2002 Meritage Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2002-meritage-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Dry Creek Vineyard
12.5,White,Germany,"As a simple summer quaffer, this wine fits the bill. It's off-dry and slightly plump in the mouth, with citrusy flavors that range from grapefruit through orange to tangerine. Short on the finish.",Villa Wolf,11,84,Pfalz,,,Dr. Loosen 2004 Villa Wolf Pinot Gris (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2004-villa-wolf-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-pfalz/,Pinot Gris,2004,Dr. Loosen
13,White,US,"Here's a Sauvignon Blanc that comes down on the grassy, hay and gooseberry side, with richer lemon and lime notes. The acidity is clean and zesty, and the finish is a little sweet.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2005-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Galante made their name with estate Cabernets from this warmish appellation, which is maybe not so kind to Pinot Noir. The wine is big, dry and tannic, flavorful enough, but wanting the silky elegance a coastal Pinot needs.",Estate,30,84,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2004 Estate Pinot Noir (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2004-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Galante
,White,Portugal,"Although it is a sweeter style, this is much fresher than the dry vinho verde from this huge cooperative. There is some crispness, but the soft aftertaste gives the sugar away.",Adamado,9,84,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 2005 Adamado White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-lima-2005-adamado-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima
14.3,Red,US,"There's a disconnect between Keenan's '02 Reserve Merlot, a gorgeous wine, and this 50-50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine has a cooked sweetness that, combined with softness, is rustic. It must have been the Cabernet. Stick with the Merlot.",Mernet Reserve,79,84,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2002 Mernet Reserve Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2002-mernet-reserve-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Keenan
14,Red,South Africa,"This blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Pinotage, and the remainder Merlot has nice aromas of balsam, red fruit, and spice. But the palate is heavy and chunky, with the 14% alcohol showing through. Sour cherry and dark berry flavors dominate, but are marred by band-aid flavors.",Nikela,30,84,Stellenbosch,,,Grangehurst 2000 Nikela Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grangehurst-2000-nikela-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2000,Grangehurst
14.5,White,US,"Clarksburg, in the warm Delta region, is better known for Chenin Blanc. This Chard shows its origins in the softness and earthiness that accompanies the apple flavors. It's a perfectly decent everyday sipper.",,13,84,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Heringer 2004 Chardonnay (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heringer-2004-chardonnay-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chardonnay,2004,Heringer
12.5,White,Chile,"Gritty and candied at first, with citrus and green herb taking control as it opens up. Slightly tart orange and lemon flavors are predominant, while the finish is simple and citrusy. Kind of bulky but still zesty.",Estate,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Haras de Pirque 2005 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-pirque-2005-estate-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Haras de Pirque
13.5,Red,Chile,"A bit dense, with prune and mint aromas. Limited in scope and depth; what's here is deep but monotone. Flavors of boysenberry and black plum are heavy and soft, while chocolate brings up the rear. Short in structure and tannins, but dense enough to match a rich weeknight dinner.",Tradition,8,84,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 2003 Tradition Cabernet Sauvignon (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2003-tradition-cabernet-sauvignon-requinoa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Château Los Boldos
13,White,US,"This unique Sauvignon Blanc has gooseberry aromas and flavors suggestive of those Marlborough wines from New Zealand, but also a pickleweed note that veers into cat pee. Yet it's not quite dry, but has a honeyed finish. Try with a spinach salad with shrimp and pink grapefruit.",,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2005-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Hagafen
11,White,US,"Overtly sweet and simple, with plenty of white peach, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors, this Riesling has a refreshing acidity that makes it clean. Alcohol is nice and low, only 11 percent.",Estate,21,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2005 Estate White Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2005-estate-riesling-white-napa-valley/,White Riesling,2005,Hagafen
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Smooth and simple, this wine comes on strong with dark red berry flavors then fades quickly. Solid tannins and a bit of sweetness add to the mouthfeel, but aromas of red berry and clay are marred by the smell of band-aid.",Hidden Agenda,15,84,Stellenbosch,,,Hidden Valley 2003 Hidden Agenda Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-valley-2003-agenda-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2003,Hidden Valley
9.5,White,Germany,"This light-bodied Riesling is true to its roots in the Mosel, offering slatey complexity that's surprising for the price, balanced by citrus and pineapple flavors. Imported by Schmitt-Sohne Inc.",Relax QbA,8,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitt Söhne 2004 Relax QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitt-sohne-2004-relax-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Schmitt Söhne
8,White,Germany,"A bit of a letdown after the past couple of vintages, this wine boasts slightly spicy and floral aromatics, but doesn't quite follow through on the palate, where there's ample weight but less flavor. Pleasant, but not special this year.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,19,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2004 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2004-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
7,White,New Zealand,"A disappointment, given this wine's reputation in New Zealand. It's a light, sweet wine, with 95 g/L of residual sugar that's not quite balanced by corresponding acidity. There's a hint of vinyl on the nose, while pear, apple and honey notes are enlivened by a streak of lime but never truly sing.",La Strada,31,84,Marlborough,,,Fromm Winery 2004 La Strada Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fromm-winery-2004-strada-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2004,Fromm Winery
14.1,Red,US,"The fruit is ripe and delicious, all about cassis, blackcurrants and creamy cocoa. The tannins are wonderfully lush and ripe. Oak barrels add fine smoke and spice. The problem is a sugary sweetness that hits midpalate and lasts through the finish.",Reserve,80,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount Veeder 2002 Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-2002-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Mount Veeder
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Aside from some hints of garlic on the nose, this is a clean, somewhat light Sauvignon with ripe melon and fig flavors. Picks up notes of citrus zest on the palate, turning tangy and spicy on the finish.",,16,84,Marlborough,,,Marlborough Wines 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marlborough-wines-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Marlborough Wines
13.5,Red,US,"Ripe in blackcurrant and cherry fruit, with a rustic edge to the texture, this dry wine is at its best now. Despite the edgy mouthfeel, it does show fine Napa tannins and acids.",Oakville Estate,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2003 Oakville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2003-oakville-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Franciscan
13.5,Red,Chile,"Hard leather, black olives and spicy stewed fruits on the nose are backed by one-dimensional black-fruit flavors. The finish offers some black licorice and burnt toast, while the overall take is that it's just too heavy and extracted.",Gran Reserva,13,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2002 Gran Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2002-gran-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2002,Santa Alicia
13.2,Red,New Zealand,"This blend of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc boats ample cassis fruit and is soft and supple in the mouth. So what is holding it back? It thins out a bit on the finish, and some weedy and stable-y notes mark the bouquet. If you're turned off by ultraclean wines made with superripe fruit, give this one a spin.",Auld Alliance,20,84,Wairarapa,,,Gladstone 2003 Auld Alliance Red (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gladstone-2003-auld-alliance-red-wairarapa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Gladstone
13,White,Chile,"Fairly hard and peanutty at first, with a touch of burnt jet fuel. That sulfur-driven element fades to let loose pleasant apple, pear and green herb flavors. Lasting on the tail end, but not complex.",Hacienda Araucano,11,84,Central Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2005 Hacienda Araucano Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2005-hacienda-araucano-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,J. & F. Lurton
14,Red,Chile,"Olive aromas greet you, followed by chocolate, plum and basic berry flavors. A solid wine with body, but there isn't much in the way of depth or complexity. Full and medium in tannins.",Reserva Especial,14,84,Maule Valley,,,J. Bouchon 2004 Reserva Especial Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bouchon-2004-reserva-especial-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2004,J. Bouchon
13.5,Red,Chile,"Fairly herbal in its aromas: olive, pepper and tomato run the show. More olive character leads the savory palate, with dark fruit running second. Tight but not tannic, with a medium to full mouthfeel.",Reserva Especial,14,84,Maule Valley,,,J. Bouchon 2003 Reserva Especial Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bouchon-2003-reserva-especial-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,J. Bouchon
13.5,Rose,US,"I like this wine for its pretty color and pleasant flavors of raspberries and cherries, and the acidity works. But it's definitely a sweetie, which detracts. Take away the sweetness and you have a world class rose.",Roseum,13,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2005 Roseum Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2005-roseum-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2005,Vina Robles
13.5,Red,Chile,"Fairly firm and leathery, with an herbal/green streak running through the bouquet. Tangy as a whole, with cherry fruit and a smack of bell pepper. Tart on the back end, with drying tannins. Not dissimilar to a weak-vintage Cru Bourgeois Bordeaux.",Agapanto,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Aquitania 2003 Agapanto Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-aquitania-2003-agapanto-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Viña Aquitania
13,White,New Zealand,"Doesn't show the vibrant, tropical features you might expect from an unwooded New Zealand Chardonnay, instead offering understated apple and lime fruit and a certain austerity in the finish.",Unoaked,14,84,Hawke's Bay,,,Alpha Domus 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-domus-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2005,Alpha Domus
13.5,Red,Chile,"Plump and ripe, that's for certain. Buttery peach aromas are what you'd call overt, while the warm, honeyed palate has punch now but seems on the big side, meaning it may not hold for long. A drink-now Chard in the easy Chilean style.",,9,84,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2005 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2005-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Aresti
13.5,Red,Chile,"Buttery from the onset, with coconut, olive and plum making up the bouquet. The fruit is jumpy and acidic, so it dances on the palate, supported by wood and tannin. Not a lot on the finish besides vanilla and butter. Seems more tart than it should be.",Reserva,9,84,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2003 Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2003-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2003,Calina
13.5,Rose,US,"This is one of the drier blush wines out there, with an interesting melange of herb, apple, peach and tobacco flavors. Try it with bruschetta, grilled veggies or a nice grilled salmon steak.",,13,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,I'M 2004 Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/im-2004-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2004,I'M
10.5,White,Germany,"Flagrantly floral on the nose, with lilac scents layered over pineapple fruit. Despite fresh apple and pear flavors over a minerally foundation, this wine comes across as a bit heavy, only partially balanced by some tangy acids on the finish.",Westhofener Riesling Kabinett,18,84,Rheinhessen,,,Groebe 2004 Westhofener Riesling Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groebe-2004-westhofener-riesling-kabinett-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2004,Groebe
9,White,Germany,"Medium-bodied, somewhat full, in fact, with a fair amount of sweetness that comes across as ripe melon and apple flavors, partly balanced by citrus on the finish. Imported by Schmitt-Sohne Inc.",Estate QbA,14,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2004 Estate QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2004-estate-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Peter Nicolay
13,White,South Africa,"Banana and pear with green notes grace the nose and palate in a simple, soft wine with only moderate acidity. Best for summer afternon quaffing.",Sincerely,15,84,Western Cape,,,Neil Ellis 2005 Sincerely Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2005-sincerely-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Neil Ellis
13.7,White,US,"From the cool side of Paso Robles comes this Chard, which nonetheless shows its warm appellation in its earthiness, which resembles some Napa Chards. The fruit veers toward apples, and the wine is totally dry.",Westside,16,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2004 Westside Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2004-westside-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2004,Dunning Vineyards
15.2,Red,US,"There's lots of alcohol and heat in this wine, but it's fully dry, and the robust fruit and coffee flavors will appeal to fans of warm-climate, country-style Zins.",Westside,32,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2003 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2003-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Dunning Vineyards
,Red,US,"Dry and balanced, with a soft Merlot texture that frames cherry, herb and coffee flavors. Perfect for parties, picnics and other informal events.",,22,84,California,California Other,California,Black Box 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Black Box
13,White,Chile,"Slightly sweaty and prickly, but those are true Sauvignon characteristics and with time they settle to reveal orange and tangerine flavors and even more citrus on the finish. Not the most detailed wine, but at $5.99 it is what it is.",,6,84,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Valdivieso
14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is soft, oaky and a little sweet, but not excessively so. The fruit is ripe and forward, and there's a slight bite of tannin. The sweet thing reprises on the finish, which is a bit sugary.",Lexington,45,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2002 Lexington Meritage (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2002-lexington-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Meritage,2002,Thomas Fogarty
9.5,White,Germany,"Comes out of the chute with hints of smoke and minerals layered over ripe melon and citrus. Round and mouthfilling in its sweetness, yet with enough acidity to give it some length and freshness on the finish. Imported by The Marchetti Co.",QbA,10,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Sun Garden 2004 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sun-garden-2004-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Sun Garden
,White,Chile,"Here's a wine that advertises the Casablanca formula: pink grapefruit and orange on the nose, followed by lemon fruit with a fair amount of bitter zest. Being so citrusy, the finish is lasting albeit monotone. Fails to offer any richness.",Reserva,12,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2005-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Santa Rita
14.2,Red,US,"Made for early drinking, this is a simple, fairly full-bodied Pinot Noir. It's dry, with a silky texture and forward red cherry compote, cola, spice and vanilla flavors that finish with a cocoa richness.",,19,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Handley 2004 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2004-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Handley
15,Red,US,"Simple and rustic, this Zin has high alcohol, which may account for the hotly sweet mouthfeel that tastes and feels like cherries and blackberries dripped in chili-pepper sauce. It'll be fine with barbecued chicken and ribs.",,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Handley 2003 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2003-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Handley
14,White,Italy,"A deeply golden and saturated Chardonnay wine that sees both steel and barrique but seems to have lost its freshness along the way. There is toasted almond, melon and vanilla but the mouthfeel is a bit heavy.",Haermosa,30,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Masseria del Feudo Grottarossa 2003 Haermosa Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-feudo-grottarossa-2003-haermosa-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2003,Masseria del Feudo Grottarossa
13.5,White,Chile,"A blowsy, full-bodied version with round aromas of apple and melon and fairly similar flavors. Not a ton of acidity on this wine so it comes across easy, almost honeyed. Sweet and easy to drink.",,9,84,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2005-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Aresti
14,Red,Germany,"Starts off promising, with an elegant bouquet that evokes just-ripe cherries and delicate herbal notes. Turns chocolaty on the palate, offering a smooth, polished mouthfeel and tangy acids on the finish.",Jannin Trocken,45,84,Baden,,,Duijn 2003 Jannin Trocken Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duijn-2003-jannin-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2003,Duijn
12.7,White,US,"Another good value from a brand known for them. This wine is dryish to just off-dry, with zesty acidity that frames citrus, melon and peach flavors. It's the perfect everyday picnic wine.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,ForestVille 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,ForestVille
13.6,White,Chile,"Toasty for sure, with a strong blast of popcorn. Ripe and intense across the full-bodied palate, with bold shots of honey, apple and pear. Not deep or complex; winds up sort of sugary.",Estate,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Haras de Pirque 2005 Estate Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-pirque-2005-estate-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Haras de Pirque
11,White,US,"What an aromatic wine this is. It's brimming with wildflower, honey, tropical fruit and vanilla scents, and those flavors reprise in the mouth. The wine is slightly spritzy and off-dry.",Valley Oaks,9,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2005 Valley Oaks Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2005-valley-oaks-riesling-other/,Riesling,2005,Fetzer
13.5,Red,Chile,"Rustic and leathery, with horse, licorice and black plum on the nose. Saturated but rough in the mouth, with giant crushed-fruit flavors that push hard tannins and bold acidity. An untamed wine.",Reserva,9,84,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2004 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2004-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Calina
13,Red,New Zealand,"This, the largest winery in New Zealand, is capable of turning out some good-value offerings, evidenced by this light yet reasonably elegant Pinot Noir. Beets and cranberries pick up some mushroom and herb complexity. Finishes crisp. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",,11,84,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Brancott
13,Red,Chile,"Grassy and sweet to start, and it never gets darker or more precise. The palate is o.k. but scattershot in how it delivers candied raspberry and black cherry amid heat and tannin. Kind of aggressive in the final analysis.",Reserve El Delirio Syrah-Malbec,11,84,Central Valley,,,Botalcura 2004 Reserve El Delirio Syrah-Malbec Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2004-reserve-el-delirio-syrah-malbec-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Botalcura
,White,Portugal,"A light, flowery style of wine, with a touch of almonds and crisp, clean, lightly sweet fruit. At 9% alcohol this is a good summer quaff.",Sezim,7,84,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Sezim NV Sezim White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-sezim-nv-sezim-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,,Casa de Sezim
14,White,New Zealand,"Fresh and fruity upfront, with tropical aromas and flavors that veer toward guava and banana. This is a medium-bodied wine with a fair amount of viscosity to its mouthfeel, but it seems a bit soft on the finish. Serve well-chilled to give it a little extra zip. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Private Bin,15,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Villa Maria 2005 Private Bin Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2005-private-bin-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2005,Villa Maria
14.5,Red,US,"The latest from Don Sebastiani & Sons continues the tradition of their other brands, offering up a ripe, fruity, spicy Zin that finishes nice and dry. A good price for such authentic Dry Creek Zin character.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Plungerhead 2004 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plungerhead-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Plungerhead
,White,Portugal,"This relatively dry style is crisp, fresh and acidic. The name “Lagosta” means “lobster,” and this would be a great seafood accompaniment. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Lagosta,7,85,Vinho Verde,,,Caves Dom Teodosio 2005 Lagosta White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-dom-teodosio-2005-lagosta-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2005,Caves Dom Teodosio
13,White,Italy,This is an 85-15 Viognier-Chard blend that will appeal to those who prefer toasted whites. Woodshop notes and vanilla bean overwhelm Viognier's floral qualities but emphasize Chardonnay's butter and exotic fruit.,Baglio Badami Vioca,17,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2004 Baglio Badami Vioca White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2004-baglio-badami-vioca-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Calatrasi
13,White,Italy,"It's great to see more Sicilian producers work with Viognier and although this Insolia-Viognier blend is an interesting concept, it fundamentally lacks poise. Notes of stone fruit and grass on a hot day also carry a slightly musty quality. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Ficiligno,17,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2004 Ficiligno White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2004-ficiligno-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Baglio di Pianetto
13.5,Red,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot that suffers from an initial pungent smell reminiscent of garlic but that blows off later and yields wet earth, pipe tobacco and tea leaf. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Ramione,20,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2002 Ramione Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2002-ramione-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2002,Baglio di Pianetto
13,White,Germany,"Serve this crisp, citrusy dry Riesling as an apéritif or with simple seafood dishes, where its simple lemon-lime and green-apple flavors will refresh the palate. Imported by Reh Kendermann GmbH Weinkellerei.",Kalkstein Dry QbA,21,85,Pfalz,,,Kendermanns 2004 Kalkstein Dry QbA Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendermanns-2004-kalkstein-dry-qba-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,Kendermanns
14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the Arroyo Seco, although you wouldn't know that from the label, and the wine shows the ripe, almost sweet fruit from this warm vintage. Strangely, it's not nearly in the same league as the winery's Classic Clones Pinot, also from Arroyo Seco. It has a softness that turns ponderous after the first sip.",San vincente Vineyard,34,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,La Rochelle 2003 San vincente Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2003-san-vincente-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2003,La Rochelle
13,White,Italy,"A neutral white with measured almond, stone fruit and green, clover-like notes. It's easy to drink and an easy match for finger foods or appetizers. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Contempo Inzolia,12,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2005 Contempo Inzolia Inzolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2005-contempo-inzolia-italian-white-inzolia-sicilia/,Inzolia,2005,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
13.5,White,Italy,Here is a 60-40% Insolia-Chardonnay blend that appears rather neutral on the nose. Distant stone fruit and mineral notes carry forward a lean mouthfeel. Imported by Empson,Bianco di Passomaggio,14,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 2005 Bianco di Passomaggio White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-2005-bianco-passomaggio-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2005,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
13.5,Red,US,"Plays it right down the middle, an everyday sort of wine that's good enough for white tablecloths but doesn't shake off its rustic personality. It's nicely dry and rich in the sort of tannins that will cut through big meats and cheeses.",,20,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Handley 2003 Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,2003,Handley
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A fun wine, with plenty of plum and berry flavors cloaked in oak, with a hint of earth to add interest. Quaffable for its smooth mouthfeel and moderate tannins, the nose has a hint of sour cherry. A Pinotage,  Cabernet and Merlot blend. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Three Cape Ladies Cape Blend,25,85,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2003 Three Cape Ladies Cape Blend Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2003-three-cape-ladies-cape-blend-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2003,Warwick
13.5,White,South Africa,"Tart apple is the main player in the mouth. Zesty and ripe, the 85% Chenin Blanc is beginning to show nutty flavors, too. A good bargain from Beau Joubert's second label. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",Oak Lane Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc,8,85,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2005 Oak Lane Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2005-oak-lane-chenin-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Beau Joubert
14.6,Red,US,"This is an inaugural release, made by Napa veteran Cary Gott, grown on the western hillsides above Highway 29. It is 100% Cabernet, classic in its acid and tannin structure, with very ripe cherry compote and cassis flavors. However, it's too sweet for complete balance and enjoyment.",Butterdragon Hill,72,85,California,Napa,St. Helena,Match 2002 Butterdragon Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/match-2002-butterdragon-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Match
14.1,Red,Chile,"Plenty of coffee and toast on the nose, which also pumps olive and some green bean. The palate is firm, with encoding tannins. Flavors of cassis and black cherry are convincing, but there's also some green to the package. Structured to age but probably won't improve much. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Character,14,85,Maipo Valley,,,Haras de Pirque 2002 Character Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-pirque-2002-character-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Haras de Pirque
13,Red,Chile,"This Navarran winery is making wines in Chile that taste a lot like what they are making in Spain. The nose has some herbal character along with solid berry aromas. Chewy and full in the mouth, with cherry and medicinal flavors. Good mouthfeel. It's 90% Cab and 10% Carmenère. Imported by Classical Wines.",Jardin,8,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Guelbenzu 2003 Jardin Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guelbenzu-2003-jardin-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2003,Guelbenzu
13,Red,New Zealand,"This reserve effort comes across as a bit hard, combining some drying tannins with ample acidity. The bouquet features pleasant notes of cherries, milk chocolate and powdered cinnamon, but the flavors turn toward tea, pie cherries and cinnamon bark. Imported by Wimbledon Wine Company.",Block 36 Reserve,39,85,Marlborough,,,Kathy Lynskey 2004 Block 36 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathy-lynskey-2004-block-36-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kathy Lynskey
11,White,Germany,"Light and fresh, this is a friendly fruitball of a Riesling. Riper peach and melon notes accent green apples and limes, then end on a crisp, refreshing note. A solid choice for the picnic hamper. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Essence,10,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2005 Essence Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2005-essence-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2005,S.A. Prüm
13.5,Red,Italy,The cherry and blackberry-driven nose of this attractively ruby-colored wine is offset by Band-Aid or animal notes that disturb an otherwise pretty picture. On the upside is the wine's crisp mouthfeel. Imported by Ionia Atlantic.,Maskarìa,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Terre di Giurfo 2004 Maskarìa  (Cerasuolo di Vittoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-giurfo-2004-maskaria-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2004,Terre di Giurfo
11.5,White,Germany,"This halbtrocken is light and crisp, featuring an almost dry finish that shows just a bit of honey at the end. Green apple, lime and pineapple aromas and flavors are fresh and inviting, just lack a little complexity.",Kabinett Halbtrocken,19,85,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2004 Kabinett Halbtrocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2004-kabinett-halbtrocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Schloss Vollrads
13.5,White,US,"I like the dryness and crispness of this food-friendly wine, but it's not the fruitiest Chard to come down the pike. It's an earthy wine, with herb flavors veering into peaches, and enough oaky-leesy creaminess to add interest.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Dry Creek Vineyard
13,Sparkling,Italy,"A 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir sparkling blend from Antinori's Franciacorta estate near the village of Calino. This elegant bubbly is packed tight with apple, apricot, lemon rind and nutty-smoky notes. Deep fruit flavors are accented by a full, round mouthfeel. Not imported to the U.S.",Riserva Contessa Maggi,,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa 2000 Riserva Contessa Maggi  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-2000-riserva-contessa-maggi-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Montenisa
14.5,Red,Australia,"A wine that almost always lives up to its lofty expectations, this vintage being no different. Has aromas of pastry crust, blueberry, anise and graham cracker. It's not as brawny as it is in some vintages but this is still a wine of class and pedigree, with smooth tannins, and lively black and blueberry fruit that lasts through a long finish. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Old Block,64,92,South Australia,Barossa,,St Hallett 2002 Old Block Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2002-old-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2002,St Hallett
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Peach, pear and white mushroom appear on a well-balanced nose that is very attractive, albeit less intense than some others. This sparkler delivers fine and persistent perlage, toasted flavors and a silky mouthfeel. Imported by Blavod Extreme Spirits.",Brut,24,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi NV Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-56808/,Sparkling Blend,,Contadi Castaldi
,White,US,"This is Sauvignon Blanc with a 14% blast of Viognier; the combination is vivid and bracing, like a dash through a cold mountain spring. All stainless, no malolactic. It's cool as ice, clear and leesy, and the tart fruit is edged with citrus rind flavors, a nice mix of orange, lemon and lime.",Combine,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rulo Winery 2004 Combine Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-winery-2004-combine-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Rulo Winery
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Dark, dry and tannic this wine currently offers little in the way of fruit. The tannins are firm, solidly based and only hinting at the fruit underneath. It's a tough wine at the moment, but the structure will certainly see it into a good maturity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Ferrière 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferriere-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Ferrière
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A hugely ripe wine with dark tannins, this wine broods with intense, tough fruit. It's in balance, with a fine touch of freshness to give a lift.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Vray Croix de Gay
,White,US,"The winery began bottling a Roussanne only in 2001. Marching to its own distinct beat, this interesting wine is soft and full-bodied, with a creamy texture framing flavors of apricots, peaches and kiwi. It's dry and balanced.",,22,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 Roussanne (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-roussanne-sierra-foothills/,Roussanne,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14.5,Red,US,"This is quite a mouthfilling Zin. From old vines, it's rich in flavor, with notes of blackberry jam, cassis, espresso, dark bitter chocolate and anise. It's on the soft side. A hefty amount of new French oak contributes sweet tannins and toast to this full-bodied, zesty wine.",Dutton Ranch Morelli Lane Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2004 Dutton Ranch Morelli Lane Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2004-ranch-morelli-lane-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Dutton-Goldfield
12,Sparkling,Spain,"This smooth, stylish wine is on the way up, as evidenced by the two-point bump it's receiving from its last review, in December 2004. Today it's round and full, with aromas of hay and popcorn that draw you in. Layered through the middle, with expressive white fruit, dryness and sweetness all in one. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Brut Reserva Privada,15,90,Catalonia,Cava,,Marques de Monistrol 1999 Brut Reserva Privada Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-1999-brut-reserva-privada-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Marques de Monistrol
12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a ripe, creamy blend of Chenin Blanc, with 20% Chardonnay and 20% Cabernet Franc. Aged on its lees for 20 months, it has a smooth, open mousse, fine, full pear fruit flavors and a touch of mature toast. It is delicious, ripe and elegant. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Brut,21,90,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Langlois-Chateau NV Brut White (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-nv-brut-white-cremant/,White Blend,,Langlois-Chateau
,Dessert,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. This is a finely balanced, poised wine, with fresh fruits, ripeness and a touch of lemon all coming together in potential harmony. There is wood, but it is laced with botrytis and fine, fresh flavors.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Suau 2005 Barrel sample  (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2005-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Suau
14.5,Red,Australia,"A puzzle. An excellent wine with an excellent reputation from an excellent vintage, but one that we felt didn't quite live up to some of its past incarnations. Has aromas of plum, raspberry, vanilla and oak, with many of the same notes reprising on the palate. As good as it is, there's something missing this year. Tasted twice; note reflects the higher score. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",E&E Black Pepper,85,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 2002 E&E Black Pepper Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-2002-e-e-black-pepper-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Barossa Valley Estate
,Red,France,88-90 Barrel sample. A hugely extracted wine with superripe black fruit and dense tannins. A blockbuster.,Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Monbousquet 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbousquet-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Monbousquet
13.5,Red,Australia,"Cabernet through and through, with interesting aromas of pepper, bacon and sausage that take on cool menthol notes with air. Wide and juicy on the palate, its purple fruit taking a backseat to the wine's chenille-like texture. Drink 2007–2009. Imported by Boutique International.",,25,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Zema Estate 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zema-estate-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Zema Estate
,Red,US,"Dark purple-black, dense and spicy, this sports some bright, tart fruit flavors of plum and citrus. It's a bracing wine that needs food or time to show what kind of depth is there. Right now it's all about saturated primary fruits.",Reserve,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2004 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Goose Ridge
19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With its gorgeous scents of spice cake and dates, this is a seductive LBV from the very start. It's ripe and round in the mouth, soft and lush on the finish, with a cavalcade of fig, date, chocolate and dried-spice flavors. Drink now. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",LBV,20,89,Port,,,Dow's 2000 LBV  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2000-lbv-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Dow's
,White,US,"A blend of half barrel-fermented wine with half tank-fermented, this is a ripe, fruit cocktail of a wine, blending tropical fruit with smoke, vanilla and citrus. Soft and easy to drink.",,27,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Lynmar
,Sparkling,France,"Very fresh and crisp, with some good structure, this fine wine has apple and kiwi flavors and a touch of toast, caramel and lively acidity. Muré also owns Clos Saint-Landelin in Rouffach, one of the top Alsace vineyards. Imported by Robert Kacher Imports.",,20,89,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,René Muré NV  Crémant d'Alsace,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-nv-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Champagne Blend,,René Muré
,Red,US,"This almost pure Cab (just 2% Malbec) is almost midnight black in color. Fragrant with strong barrel scents of toast and char; the fruit has a spicy, citrusy lift to it that keeps the thick tannins from weighing it down. The big tannins and powerful, smoky notes do not overpower the rather delicate fruit; it all works together in a harmonious balance.",,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"A tremendous concentration of cherry, white pepper, coffee and thyme flavors marks this distinctive, complex Zin. It's very dry and supple, with good heft and fairly thick tannins. Best over the near term.",Old Vine Selection,22,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2003 Old Vine Selection Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2003-old-vine-selection-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Scott Harvey
,Red,US,"This 46% Merlot, 31% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Cab Franc blend has got some real muscle and Cabernet strength, with black cherry, cassis and plenty of chocolaty oak. It seems to fade a bit in the mid-palate and then regroup, finishing strong and slightly hot, with coffee-flavored tannins. It can certainly benefit from additional bottle age.",Big Sky Cuvée,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saviah 2003 Big Sky Cuvée Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2003-big-sky-cuvee-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Saviah
,Sparkling,France,"Mainly made of Chardonnay, with just a touch of Chenin Blanc, this is a big, fat rich wine that also has great poise. Tastes of apples and rich cream, with a layer of toast and light acidity to finish. Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",Tirage Brut,20,89,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard 2002 Tirage Brut Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2002-tirage-brut-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-cremant/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2002,Domaine des Baumard
,Red,US,"Scents and flavors of cranberry and raspberry are followed with layers of caramel, brown sugar, espresso and dark chocolate. Very smooth, very seductive, very creamy, it leads into a long, smooth finish.",,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Walla Walla
,Rose,Australia,"This 70-30 Grenache-Shiraz blend is full but very dry. Yangarra's first rosé has a strong core of minerality, dressed up with blackberry and raspberry fruit, and a light orange-peel accent. Rosés have a reputation for being fun wines, and this is, too, but in this case “fun” and “serious” aren't mutually exclusive.",Rosé,12,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 2005 Rosé Grenache-Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-estate-vineyard-2005-rose-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Grenache-Shiraz,2005,Yangarra Estate Vineyard
,Red,Australia,"This is a young Cab, not meant to be drunk for another 3–5 years at least. At this stage, it takes a long time in the glass to reveal its black cherry, eucalyptus and soil flavors; its tealike tannins reign for now. Even, measured and pleasantly full, it just wants more richness and vibrance, which may or may not reveal themselves with time. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",The Menzies,45,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Yalumba 2002 The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2002-menzies-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Yalumba
14,Red,Australia,"Blackberry and vanilla flavors take on a maple character with air, but on the palate, it's all bouncy fruit, all the time. Finishes with sweet vanilla notes. Truly an enjoyable wine, but one that doesn't quite go deep enough to make it to the next decile. Imported by Clos Du Val Wine.",,20,89,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Taltarni 2002 Shiraz (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pyrenees/,Shiraz,2002,Taltarni
,Rose,France,"One of the highest-rated Pays d'Oc wines in the history of Wine Enthusiast, this deep, dark rose-hued wine is lusciously fruity without being simple, combining cherries and peaches with scents of leather and earth. Round, supple and refreshing.",Cuvée Tradition,,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mas Carlot 2005 Cuvée Tradition Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2005-cuvee-tradition-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2005,Mas Carlot
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"More open than many, with lemon-lime aromas that work as a nice entry. Full in the mouth, where mixed fruits mesh together. The back palate offers drier citrus on top of a smooth, creamy body. Finishing notes of green herbs and lettuce are welcome. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez Selections.",Brut Exclusive Reserva,12,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Marqués de Gelida 2001 Brut Exclusive Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-2001-brut-exclusive-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Marqués de Gelida
,Red,US,"Lovely texture, a smooth but slightly astringent tannic base, good acid and a hint of citrus that lifts and refreshes. It doesn't seem to have the complexity or the sheer power of the 2002 L'Orage, but it's well made and appealing. Flavors of strawberry, raspberry, red cherry, and blueberry carry it.",L'Orage Red,38,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sheridan Vineyard 2003 L'Orage Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheridan-vineyard-2003-lorage-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,Sheridan Vineyard
,Red,US,"A mix of Walla Walla and Yakima grapes yields a rather austere wine with nuances of mineral, gravel, water over stone. It tastes European rather than American; it will reward your attention with a nuanced, lightly peppery, balanced structure that suggests it will open up gracefully over the coming decade.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Red Sky 2002 Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2002-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Red Sky
,Red,US,"Red and black fruit flavors are complemented with clove, cinnamon and roasted barrel scents. The wine hits a bit of a wall in the midpalate, but that may just mean it requires a little extra time (or breathing). It's a good, flavorful effort, and the barrels add nice flavors of bacon and smoke.",,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2002 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Goose Ridge
,Red,US,"This is 100% Syrah, dark and sappy, with sweet primary fruit flavors. It is a good indication of the quality and style of mainstream Washington Syrah, unblended and seemingly unoaked. Tastes of blue plum and spicy cherry fruit, with perfectly balanced acids and surprising density for its price. It's even got a finishing lick of licorice.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Helix
15.5,Red,US,"This is a very good wine, and this everyday price makes it a real bargain. A blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault, it's more proof of California's ability to produce complex Rhône blends.",Heritage Cuvée,14,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2003 Heritage Cuvée Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2003-heritage-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Curtis
,Dessert,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. As dry as this is, it is obviously going to be a dense, very powerful wine that will show both great breeding and concentration. Those who like their sweet wines with food will admire and enjoy this wine.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Romer du Hayot 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-romer-hayot-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Romer du Hayot
14,White,Italy,"A carefully crafted wine that shares little in common with the Pinot Grigios we normally drink. The aromas and the mouthfeel are opulent and silky and the wine's solid structure is built for elaborate dishes. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various U.S. importers.",Dessimis,24,89,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2003 Dessimis Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2003-dessimis-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Vie di Romans
10.5,Dessert,Hungary,"Darker-colored than the 2000, this wine has more orange character on the nose, along with toffee and nutmeg. The wine offers a medium-full body and complex flavors of honey, melon and citrus all delicately spiced, with a hint of almond. The finish is long and spicy, with tropical fruits. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Aszú 6 Puttonyos,87,89,Tokaji,,,Dobogó 1999 Aszú 6 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobogo-1999-aszu-6-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1999,Dobogó
15,Red,US,"Dry and acidic, with dusty, sandpapery tannins, this is a distinctive wine. There's interest in the ripe red cherry and pomegranate flavors and the length of the finish. This is one of the best California Tempranillos on the market.",Untamed,22,89,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Barnwood 2003 Untamed Tempranillo (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-2003-untamed-tempranillo-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Tempranillo,2003,Barnwood
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A wine that is, initially, all tannin, hard and very concentrated but difficult to get into at this stage. The toughness will probably soften with time, although a hot pepper character denoting higher alcohol will probably last.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Gazin 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gazin-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Gazin
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A balanced, elegant wine, like the demure sister of Magrez Fombrauge from the same estate. This will become a delicious wine with more focus on harmony than heft.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fombrauge 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fombrauge-2005-barrel-sample-saint-emilion-58586/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Fombrauge
,Dessert,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Lemon aromas of surprising intensity allow this wine to stand out from the crowd. But they also give give it a dry, firm feel with acidity more dominant than sweetness.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Malle 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malle-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château de Malle
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Dense layers of fruit go right through this wine, leaving almost no room for the equally impressive tannins. A hint of old wood detracts from this otherwise serious wine.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Croizet-Bages 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croizet-bages-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Croizet-Bages
,White,US,"Colored a deep green/gold, this thick and viscous Chardonnay is packed with flavors of peach, apricot and tropical stone fruits. It seems Australian in its weight and fruit power, though the acids typical of Washington grapes give it some additional lift. There's just enough oak to provide a nice dusting of spice. Definitely a wine to drink young.",,26,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Boudreaux Cellars 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Boudreaux Cellars
,Sparkling,Italy,"Honeysuckle and a cinnamon-cookie dough quality on the nose is accented by peach, pear and apricot. A touch sour in the mouth, with soothing silk finesse. This is a special anniversary bottling that may be hard to find. Imported by Bolliger Wines.",Alta Badia Riserva Speciale Extra Dry,12,89,Veneto,Veneto,,Bortolomiol NV Alta Badia Riserva Speciale Extra Dry Prosecco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-nv-alta-badia-riserva-speciale-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-veneto/,Prosecco,,Bortolomiol
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A vintage-dated Prosecco with a festive, bubbly character and lemon-lime, peach juice and melon overtones. Loads of zest in the mouth backed by a polished mineral flavor and more stone fruit. Imported by Bolliger Wines.",Millesimato Selezione Banda Rossa,19,89,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bortolomiol 2005 Millesimato Selezione Banda Rossa  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-2005-millesimato-selezione-banda-rossa-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Bortolomiol
14.5,Red,Australia,"Opens with aromas of black soil, mint and cola. Its acids are lively, its cherry fruit tight, and an undercurrent of eucalyptus ties it all together—all characters that you either love or you don't. The wine has a lot going for it, though, and is worth a look. Imported by Southland Wines.",,16,89,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Blue Pyrenees 2000 Shiraz (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-pyrenees-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pyrenees/,Shiraz,2000,Blue Pyrenees
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A spicy, very fruity wine that is warm in the mouth, suggesting high alcohol. A bit bulky, but the fruit and spice should carry it through.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Pavie
,White,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Lemon flavors give a lift to a wine that is otherwise rather fat and heavy. There is nice spice from oak, but overall the wine is a little hot.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2005-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Pape Clément
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A finely balanced wine that will develop well, showing every aspect—fruit, tannin, wood, density—in harmony.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Cantenac Brown
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A very dry wine that has good depth of black fig flavor and layers of sweet tannins. The wine has great structure with solid tannins and a perfumed, light, almost delicate after-taste.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beausejour-duffau-lagarrosse-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Larmande, now owned by an insurance company, has been heavily renovated, and the style of the wine is now dominated by wood, with persistent, dry tannins and smooth fruit.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larmande 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larmande-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Larmande
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A ripe, smooth, almost velvety wine that has big depths of flavor and solid tannins, but seems one-dimensional in its profile.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Croix de Gay 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-gay-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château la Croix de Gay
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A ripe, fruity, very juicy wine, with delicious blackberry fruits and freshness. Attractive for its drinkability in the near term.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Duhart-Milon
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Green notes such as Granny Smith apple, lime and even fresh pea pods are emphasized by a lingering, dusty-chalk quality. Full and creamy in the mouth with a distant hint of sweetness, this is a flavorful, satisfying and highly recommended Prosecco. A by Marc de Grazia Selection, various U.S. importers.",Cartizze Dry,28,89,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Bortolotti NV Cartizze Dry  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-cartizze-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,,Bortolotti
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Floral, with dandelions, white rose and jasmine. There's also a bit of fruit in the form of white peach, honeydew melon and green apple. Tart, almost bitter, and very refreshing. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,11,89,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,Canella NV  Prosecco di Conegliano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-prosecco-di-conegliano-56113/,Prosecco,,Canella
,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend, smooth and ultrachocolaty in the house style. The cherry fruit is coated in flavors of hazelnut, cocoa, espresso and chocolate. Good indeed, but somewhat difficult to find the flavors of the vineyard under all that creamy barrel.",Sagemoor Vineyard Cuvée,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla 2003 Sagemoor Vineyard Cuvée Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2003-sagemoor-vineyard-cuvee-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Walla Walla
13,Red,Portugal,"This blend of Alfrochiero, Tinta Roriz and Touriga Nacional is a steal at the $7 price. The meaty, peppery, blackberry nose and bouncy, medium-weight palate makes this wine a ringer for a good Côtes-du-Rhône, at a fraction of the price. Even shows good length on the peppery finish. Drink now–2008. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Colheita Seleccionada,7,89,Dão,,,Quinta de Cabriz 2003 Colheita Seleccionada Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cabriz-2003-colheita-seleccionada-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta de Cabriz
13,White,Italy,"Here's a vineyard-designate Collio Grigio that shows the grape's potential. The wine is surprisingly refined and elegant with a copperish hue and full fruit aromas of melon, banana and spice. Round and smooth in the mouth with a long, satisfying finish. Imported by Vinarium Inc.",Murno,20,89,,Collio,,Primosic 2004 Murno Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primosic-2004-murno-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Primosic
12.5,White,Italy,A subdued note of soybean and water chestnut backed by candied pear washes through to the back of the palate with a mineral finish. You couldn't ask for a better match for Chinese take-out. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.,,16,89,,Friuli Aquileia,,Merk 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merk-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Merk
13.5,Red,Australia,"Made to fit a standard mold, but made well. Aromas are of plum and cinnamon, with similar notes on the palate. Slender in body, with smooth tannins and a nut-laden finish. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",Alcira Vineyard,23,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Nugan Family Estates 2002 Alcira Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2002-alcira-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Nugan Family Estates
,Red,US,"As with the Merlot this is Ash Hollow fruit (92%), hence young; it seems to represent a significant shift in style from previous Reininger wines. Very nice winemaking brings out interesting herb and grassy notes; the base fruit is quite light, with strawberry, fig and hints of sour cherry.",,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Reininger
14,Red,Australia,"Briar and moist clay aromas lead to tannins that feel grabby at first, then smooth out with air. Aeration is key, too, in allowing flavors of blackberry and blueberry to emerge. Nice now, and probably better after another year in bottle. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",,22,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tapestry
,Sparkling,Italy,"Creamy and toasty in the mouth, with nice acidity to give it structure. A consistent sparkler with enough versatility to be consumed with a meal; not just for toasting. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Riserva,13,89,,Trento,,Rotari 2001 Riserva Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-2001-riserva-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Rotari
,Red,US,"All estate-grown. Sappy, saturated and deep purple in color, it is vibrantly youthful despite two years of aging. The mixed berry and Bing cherry fruit flavors are highlighted with racy acids, and the aromas carry the characteristic Spring Valley nuances of fresh hay and alfalfa. There seems to be a little CO2 remaining, and the wine needs still more time to knit together. Just 169 cases produced.",Nina Lee,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2003 Nina Lee Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2003-nina-lee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Spring Valley Vineyard
,Red,US,"Good, solid, chunky aromas of berry and chocolate lead into ripe, spicy raspberry and cherry fruit. The wine is loaded with creamy, milk chocolaty oak. Smooth and broad, it coats the palate. Though not a deep or textured effort, the fruit and smooth mouthfeel make for plenty of near-term enjoyment. There is just enough weight to give the impression of extra ripeness, a plus in this price range.",Vintners,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2003 Vintners Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2003-vintners-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2003,Kestrel
,Sparkling,France,"A ripe, strawberry- flavored wine, with richness and dense flavors. It's a great summer rosé, with ripeness coming from sweet fruits and a dry, firm aftertaste. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Brut Rosé,20,89,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Noir,,Lucien Albrecht
,Red,US,"A limited-production (183 cases) wine from the estate vineyard. It's a supple, smooth, solid effort, not as substantial as their other Syrah, yet far pricier. You'll find typical Syrah fruit, perhaps a bit too much chalky tannin, and a nicely resolved finish. Overall it's clean, sharp and true to the varietal.",Ahler Vineyard,39,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2003 Ahler Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2003-ahler-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Three Rivers
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very ripe style, with baked plum and prune aromas and flavors supported by hints of pastry crust and dried spices. Medium to full in body, with soft tannins and a long, spicy finish. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",LBV,19,89,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2000 LBV  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2000-lbv-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Quinta de Ventozelo
13.5,White,Portugal,"The Symington family continues to make strides in their table wine production. This is a full-bodied, smooth-textured bistro-styled red that's more of a dark purple in hue, bringing blackberry, blueberry and spice and mineral notes to the table. Enjoy it over the next year or two for its exuberant fruit. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",Prazo de Roriz,14,89,Douro,,,Quinta de Roriz 2004 Prazo de Roriz Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-2004-prazo-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Quinta de Roriz
,Red,US,"An unusual blend of Cab (62%), Merlot (12%), Malbec (12%), Carmenère (10%) and Petit Verdot (4%)—hence the name. The smoky oak aromas and flavors are out in front; at this stage of the game the fruit is polished and silky but seems somewhat insubstantial.",Pentad Red Wine,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2002 Pentad Red Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2002-pentad-red-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Seven Hills
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Regal in presentation, with its faux-metal label and broad-based bottle. And in every edition it's one of Spain's more elegant, serious cavas. Look for slightly toasted, charcoal-based aromas backed by ripe apple and sweet citrus flavors. Very good feel and length. One of Spain's truly consistent high-end bubblies. Imported by Freixnet USA.",Brut Reserva Heredad,20,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Reserva Heredad Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-reserva-heredad-sparkling-cava-55852/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
,Sparkling,France,"With the local Mauzac grape as the predominant variety in this blend, there are aromas of white flowers and grapefruit. To taste, it is spicy, with toast and honey and some fresh acidity. A fine, balanced wine.",Grande Cuvée Millénaire,,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Crémant de Limoux,,Sieur d'Arques 2000 Grande Cuvée Millénaire Sparkling (Crémant de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sieur-darques-2000-grande-cuvee-millenaire-sparkling-cremant-limoux/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Sieur d'Arques
13.5,Dessert,Hungary,"Buttery-gold and viscous, this wine offers earthy scents of vanilla and honeyed white fruits, developing more tropical fruit, honey and caramel on the palate. A medium-length finish with citrusy acidity rounds out the wine. Imported by Europvin.",Late Harvest,24,89,Tokaji,,,Oremus 2002 Late Harvest  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oremus-2002-late-harvest-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,2002,Oremus
,White,Australia,"This Sauvignon starts off with a very pretty lemon meringue aroma, which translates on the palate as a dusty-citrus core. There's a helping of fresh green herbs and peas just at palate entry, with white peach and green apple flavors on the midpalate. Round and a shade less zesty than it has been in previous vintages, but still one of the prettier Hills SBs available in the U.S.",,17,89,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Groom 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groom-2005-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Groom
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. While there is plenty of good, structured, dry tannins here, the fruit is more of a question. It seems to need greater ripeness, unusual for 2005. All the right flavors are there, but not quite the richness you would expect.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Batailley 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-batailley-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Batailley
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. This wine is tough, but there are also fine black flavors. The dryness is very dominant at this stage, but this is a firmly powerful wine, with perhaps too much extract.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bergey 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bergey-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Haut-Bergey
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. This is a ripe, fruity, well-balanced wine, with delicious, firm fruit tannins, classic acidity and black currant flavors. Well-balanced and enjoyable.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fonréaud 2005 Barrel sample  (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2005-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Fonréaud
13,Red,US,"This little-sung (outside of Washington) winery makes an eagerly-awaited rosé of cabernet franc each spring, but here is the real deal. One hundred percent varietal, it puts the lie to the notion that cabernet franc must be tannic and tough. Here it is fragrant, firm and tart, with spicy apple, plum, date, fig and even golden raisin flavors. Interested, complex and beautifully crafted, without obvious oak and just 13 percent alcohol.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chinook 2003 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chinook-2003-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Chinook
,White,US,"This limited cuvée has just a bit more plumpness and roundness than the regular 2004, with good varietal spice and the persistence of an exceptional wine. Peach, apricot, sour lemon candy and even a bit of cinnamon strike the palate, with good balance throughout.",Sarah's Cuvée,22,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2004 Sarah's Cuvée Viognier (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2004-sarahs-cuvee-viognier-other/,Viognier,2004,Coeur d'Alene
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A beautiful wine with a pale rose color that shines with golden and reddish highlights, just like the skin of a ripe peach. The nose is a pretty mélange of raspberry, cranberry, white cherry and fresh baked bread. The mouthfeel is deep and penetrating. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Gran Cuvée Rosé,58,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2001 Gran Cuvée Rosé  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2001-gran-cuvee-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Bellavista
14,Red,Australia,"This couldn't be from anywhere but Coonawarra: its clay-earth texture is its hallmark. Flavors of plum, bramble, mint and spice persist through the finish. A little closed now, and could benefit from decanting, or another year or two in the bottle. Imported by USA Wine West.",,27,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Bowen Estate 2003 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bowen-estate-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2003,Bowen Estate
13,White,Italy,"There's a linear character to this Grigio that is really quite attractive. Ever so slightly copper-toned in color, its edginess is accented by perky mineral tones, white peach flavors and snappy acidity. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",,19,90,,Alto Adige,,Terlan 2005 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlan-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Terlan
,Red,US,"This is mostly young fruit from Ash Hollow, and it shows. Very light through the middle, though cleverly buttressed with a smattering of Cab Franc from Pepper Bridge and Cab Sauv from Spring Valley. It's silky and smooth, with interesting nuances of herb and grass, and a playful lift to the middle which extends rather surprisingly into the finish. The oak is well played, adding butter, toffee and toast in clever proportions.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2002 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2002,Reininger
,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is a more subtle, and more interesting wine than the winery's Cab Franc. Here the ripeness seems more stable and balanced, with just the right hints of leaf and bark, and a subtle suggestion of chocolate. The finish is smooth and textural, and a bit of coffee kicks in right at the end; very nice.",,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sheridan Vineyard 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheridan-vineyard-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sheridan Vineyard
,Sparkling,France,"This is a fine, mature wine, showing delicious toasty characters, mature fruit and a long, fine line of bubbles. Full-bodied but crisp, it has complex flavors of pears and almonds, plus some minerality. Good as an apéritif wine, but even better with food. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Dynastie Brut,20,90,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2000 Dynastie Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2000-dynastie-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Pierre Sparr
14.9,Red,Australia,"A crisp, cool style of Shiraz—if you think “eucalyptus” equals “medicinal,” this probably isn't your cup of tea. But there's a lot to like about this wine's gumtree, black pepper and blackberry aromas, and the way that its earth-clay feel steals the show on the palate. Has blueberries and blackberries at its core, and a dusting of cinnamon arund the edges. Crisp and lasting on the finish. Imported by Pan Pacific Wines.",Grand Reserve,55,90,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,Pepper Tree 2003 Grand Reserve Shiraz (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-tree-2003-grand-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-wrattonbully/,Shiraz,2003,Pepper Tree
,Sparkling,France,"A soft, ripe, creamy wine that has a richness from Pinot Noir along with some good crisp Chardonnay and Aligoté. There are great flavors of white currants, green apples, a touch of toast and fine soft, finishing acidity. Imported by Vitis Imports.",Brut Réserve,18,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Paul Delane NV Brut Réserve  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-delane-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Delane
,Sparkling,France,"Albrecht obviously has a skill in sparkling wines, because this, like its partner rosé, is skillfully made, full of fruit and richness. This wine also has an attractive caramel touch, which gives some softness to the palate. Finishes fresh and dry. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Brut Blanc de Blancs,20,90,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Lucien Albrecht
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Very firm and dry, perhaps missing the exuberant fruit of other Pauillacs. But it has good restraint that shows serious tannins and a firm, solid character.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Moussas 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-moussas-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Lynch-Moussas
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Ripe, juicy fruit flavors of packed jelly and black fruit give this wine an initial lift. Tense tannins give the wine a dry feel, which comes through on finish.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Louvière 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louviere-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château la Louvière
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. From a small parcel of Château Fombrauge, Bernard Magrez has created this small-production cuvée. It's quite modern, packed with spicy new wood and superripe fruit. The acidity, though, creates balance.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fombrauge 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fombrauge-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Fombrauge
11.5,White,Hungary,"A sweeter and  rarer version of the '99 from Disznókö, this also has mouthwatering acidity that balances the wine. Honey, spice and apricot aromas lead to more of the same in the mouth, although it develops musk scents with air time. Flavors of pineapple, citrus, and golden raisins add to the mouthfeel, and it finishes long, with tangy tropical fruit. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Aszú 6 Puttonyos,43,90,Tokaji,,,Disznókö 1999 Aszú 6 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/disznoko-1999-aszu-6-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1999,Disznókö
,White,US,"Tart and sharp, with a pleasing tang and snap. The complex, clean and crisp flavors layer fig, citrus rind and clove with high notes of candied orange and citrus blossom. Great varietal character, cool-climate acidity; this is very sophisticated winemaking with spot-on flavors.",,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chinook 2004 Sémillon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chinook-2004-semillon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sémillon,2004,Chinook
,Sparkling,France,"Blanc de Noirs is always rich, and this wine is no exception. It has plenty of red fruits, layers of tannins, fine but full acidity and a great fruity aftertaste. Could age over the next two years. Multiple U.S. importers.",Pinot Noir Brut,19,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre 2004 Pinot Noir Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-2004-pinot-noir-brut-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2004,Bailly-Lapierre
14.2,White,US,"The source of dependably rich Chards, Rosella's has given Bernardus the opportunity to craft a wonderfully complex wine. It's ripe in flavors ranging from lime tart and kiwi to papaya, nectarine and Anjou pear. Delicious, although it would benefit from higher acidity.",Rosella's Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2002 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2002-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2002,Bernardus
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Satén sparklers are made with slightly less carbonization, which helps render a creamier, silkier mouthfeel. This wine is a beautiful example of this winemaking methodology and delivers omelet, custard and nutmeg-like aromas. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Gran Cuvée Satén,58,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Gran Cuvée Satén  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-gran-cuvee-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Bellavista
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Brilliantly luminous  with generous and intense aromas of yellow rose, exotic fruit, almond and melted butter. The wine is creamy and smooth, with sharp points of acidity that keep the mouth lively. The overall effect is a carefully crafted balance between creaminess and crispness. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Gran Cuvée Brut,53,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2001 Gran Cuvée Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2001-gran-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Bellavista
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A firmly tannic wine, but one that lets the intense fruit flavors peep through. It's certainly dark, but also has a pleasurable liveliness to finish.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Malartic-Lagravière
14,Red,Argentina,"After an earthy, aggressive, almost sweaty start, this joint-venture red from Nicolas Catena and Eric de Rothschild finds its course and manages to improve. The palate is full of acid-driven, amplified cherry and plum flavors, and while there's a hint of buttery oak resting on the finish, that should subside with airing and a good food pairing. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,45,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2002-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2002,Bodegas Caro
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Under the control of Alain Moueix, this 44-acre vineyard has produced an impressive wine, powered with sweet black currants and huge, dark, solid tannins.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fonroque 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonroque-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Fonroque
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. An impressive wine with lovely, sweet, ripe fruit, a touch of new wood spice and delicious acidity.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Feytit-Clinet 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-feytit-clinet-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Feytit-Clinet
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Very ripe blackberry, almost juicy fruits dominate this wine. But at the same time, there is a comfortable layer of tannins, not huge, leaving an attractive wine that is more about fruit than structure.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Durfort-Vivens 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-durfort-vivens-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Durfort-Vivens
,Dessert,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A very pure, citrus-dominated wine with great intensity, spice, fresh fruits and crisp, almost apple-like flavors. Very clean and fresh.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Rayne Vigneau 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayne-vigneau-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château de Rayne Vigneau
13.5,Rose,France,"A lovely, fruit-filled rosé, yet one that manages to tie in notes of mineral and spice to complement cherry pie and peach flavors. Medium-bodied, with a long, complex finish.",,16,90,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Château d'Aqueria 2004  Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daqueria-2004-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2004,Château d'Aqueria
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A ripe wine, heavily dominated by new wood, spice, herbs and dry tannins. The fruit tannins are somewhat harsh and tough, but the ripe fruit will certainly develop.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Clarke 2005 Barrel sample  (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clarke-2005-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Clarke
,Red,US,"This Cab is classically structured, dense and dry, with cedary, black tea flavors circling black cherry and black berry fruit. Astringent, spare, long and complex, with a sweet, lightly toasty core.",Proprietor's Reserve,34,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Maryhill 2003 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maryhill-2003-proprietors-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Maryhill
14.5,White,US,"This Paso Robles-based winery has reached into cool-climate Edna Valley for their Chardonnay, with good results. The wine has good acidity and is dry and minerally, with citrus fruit flavors. Try with cracked crab and a well-buttered sourdough baguette.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Martin & Weyrich 2003 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Martin & Weyrich
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A crowd-pleasing, Chard-based sparkler with freshness, a lively personality and generous aromas of pear and kiwi fruit. The yeast-buttery notes come through clean and sharp and render a delicate, soft wine with bold aromas and flavors. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Satén,44,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa NV Satén  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-nv-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Montenisa
14.7,Red,Argentina,"Ripe and cushy, with deeply defined fruit aromas that carry enough soft touches to make you want to dig in. Delicate but daring on the palate, with chocolate notes darkening the cassis and cherry flavors. Very round and exceedingly mouthfilling. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Reserve,23,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Andeluna
14.5,Red,Australia,"Meaty, with a sexy bass line of plum. Tannins are smooth; accents are of vanilla bean, and some easy toasty, woody notes. Broad but not abyss-deep, but still very enjoyable and drinkable. Imported by USA Wine West.",Moda,48,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Joseph 2002 Moda Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-2002-moda-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Joseph
14.9,Red,US,"Lodi produces hearty red wines so easily. This Petite Sirah is very dry and full-bodied, and pretty tannic, too, with ripe cherry, blackberry, coffee and bitter chocolate flavors that are edged with a little oak. It's a complex wine that's best now in its sheer, unadulterated youth.",Knoll Family Vineyard,27,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,M. Cosentino 2003 Knoll Family Vineyard Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2003-knoll-family-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2003,M. Cosentino
,White,US,"Yet another outstanding effort from Rulo, this  appealing Chardonnay marries pretty peach flavors to a mix of spices from 100% French oak barrel fermentation. Cinnamon and other Asian spices, along with barrel toast, provide a nice counterpoint to the ripe fruit.",Sundance Vineyard,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rulo Winery 2004 Sundance Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-winery-2004-sundance-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Rulo Winery
,White,US,"This is a thoroughly modern style: 100% French oak, Dijon Clone 75, plenty of lees contact. The yeasty nose introduces a very rich, mouthcoating sensation of butterscotch. Those leesy, creamy, butterscotch flavors surround the palate; the green apple fruit carries a bit of crisp authority and keeps the structure firm. Long, smooth and very sensual without being too tiring.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saviah 2004 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2004-stillwater-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Saviah
,Red,US,"Solid winemaking delivers a fresh, clean Syrah loaded with blackberry and black cherry fruit. The midpalate is elevated by a streak of tart, citrus peel flavors, then leads into the mother lode of barrel toast, chocolate and roasted coffee.",,28,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2003 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Coeur d'Alene
13,Red,Australia,"Tight and taut from the get-go, time in the glass not resolving the thick woody tannins that envelop the plum and blackberry fruit that lies beneath. Anise, curry spice and bread flour does come to the fore, though. Add a backbone of lively acidity to this picture and the result is a wine that'll shine much more in 2009 than it does now. 59% Cabernet, 19% Merlot, 15% Cab Franc, 7% Malbec. Imported by Boutique International.",Cluny,25,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Zema Estate 2001 Cluny Red (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zema-estate-2001-cluny-red-coonawarra/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Zema Estate
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Spicy and woody at first, with tons of black fruit. The nose shows a hint of dill, but for the most part the wine's pure and full of plum, blackberry, vanilla and good tannins. Firm and loaded, with cola on the finish. Yet another success in Trapiche's new line of old-vine, single-vineyard Malbecs. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Viña Felipe Villafañe,35,90,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Trapiche 2003 Viña Felipe Villafañe Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2003-vina-felipe-villafane-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2003,Trapiche
,Sparkling,France,"This sparkling wine is the only one made in the Chablis region. That's a shame, because with its great toasty character, crisp yellow fruit flavors and its beautifully delicate mousse, there should be more like it in Chablis. Imported by Louis Latour Inc.",,13,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre NV  Crémant de Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-nv-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Simonnet-Febvre
,Sparkling,France,"The Toques et Clochers is the special selection of top wines made each year by the Sieur d'Arques cooperative. This deliciously mature blend, dominated by Chardonnay, is big and full, with toast, butter and long-lasting fruit flavors. It's a food style of wine, rich and complex. Imported by Wine Symphony.",Toques et Clochers Brut,15,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Crémant de Limoux,,Sieur d'Arques NV Toques et Clochers Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sieur-darques-nv-toques-clochers-brut-sparkling-cremant-limoux/,Sparkling Blend,,Sieur d'Arques
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Clean, polished;  the Cartizze cru yields delicate crushed stone and floral notes with background tangerine and cracker notes. A bubbly with a light, delicate touch that would pair well with finger foods. Imported by Mionetto USA.",Cartizze,24,90,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Mionetto NV Cartizze  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-cartizze-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,,Mionetto
,Red,US,"All estate-grown, this cab franc has 12 percent petit verdot added into the blend. Deliciously crisp and bright, with cranberry and pomegranate red fruit flavors. The tannins are stiff and slightly chalky, and the wine finishes with hints of bitter baking chocolate. Give it some good breathing time to soften it up.",,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2003 Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2003-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Spring Valley Vineyard
,Red,US,"A real success, Maryhill's exceptional cab franc shows dark, black fruits laced with licorice and streaks of tarry tannin. Structured and supple, dense and just hinting at decadence.",Proprietor's Reserve,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Maryhill 2003 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maryhill-2003-proprietors-reserve-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Maryhill
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A very attractive and seductive Satén sparkler with plush notes of toasted almond, dried apple skin and poached pear. What really stands out is its texture in the mouth: fleshy, soft, round and extremely creamy. The foamy mousse is divine, like whipped cream. Imported by Wine Emporium.",Satén,38,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa NV Satén  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-nv-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Monte Rossa
,Sparkling,France,"With its source of grapes from northern Burgundy, this cool, collected wine is as close to Champagne in taste as is possible. Balancing Chardonnay with some Aligoté, it is the richness of the Chardonnay that wins out, giving a ripe, creamy wine that could benefit from some bottle age. Imported by Vitis Imports.",Blanc de Blancs,19,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Paul Delane NV Blanc de Blancs  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-delane-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Delane
,Red,US,"Somewhat in the same tight, austere, guarded mode as the winery's Bordeaux blend, this cabernet franc breathes slowly into elegant complexity. Spicy, compact blue and red fruits are lightly accented with sweet spice.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Red Sky 2003 Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2003-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Red Sky
,Red,US,"Dark, almost black cherry colored, this is an authoritative wine with concentrated layers of red and black fruits. It's thick through the midpalate, then swings into an interesting, minty, lifted, citrusy finish. Spicy and tart, with real meat on its bones.",Vintners Old Vine Estate,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2002 Vintners Old Vine Estate Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2002-vintners-old-vine-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2002,Kestrel
14,Red,Australia,"Excellent in large part for being quite different from other Shirazes: This one offers an overarching exotic quality, which manifests itself as spice on the palate, and as pipe tobacco, fireplace and black licorice on the nose. Smooth tannins in the middle, with a little toast and black pepper toward the back end. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Prodigy,50,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Katnook Estate 2002 Prodigy Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katnook-estate-2002-prodigy-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2002,Katnook Estate
,Red,US,"Fairly big and full in the mouth, yet quite silky in texture, with supple tannins that softly frame flavors of cola, earth, raspberries and beets. Picks up dried-spice notes on the long finish.",Quail Hill Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2003 Quail Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2003-quail-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lynmar
14.5,Red,Australia,"Winemaker Noel Heidenreich's Shiraz is compelling, not overwhelming, with some vanilla flavors framing juicy red plum and raspberry fruit. It's pleasing and textured, and gives the same impression on the nose: spice, curry, moist clay, red fruit. Very appealing overall, tiptoeing out on the finish with soft tannins. Imported by The Australian Wine Connection.",,34,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Old School 2002 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-school-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Old School
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The polar opposite of boring, this lovely blend offers aromas of mint, herbs, flower petals and sandalwood. The palate, meanwhile, is all about pure, robust blackberry and plum. It's a chunky, rich wine with a bit of burnt toast on the lusty finish. Thorough and textured. A bona fide winner. Imported by Billington Imports.",Encuentro,25,90,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Felipe Rutini 2003 Encuentro Malbec-Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2003-encuentro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-tupungato/,Malbec-Merlot,2003,Felipe Rutini
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Plummy on the nose, with the ripe aromas accented by hints of dried flowers. In the mouth, the texture is rich—almost syrupy—and the flavors head toward prune and chocolate fudge, finishing on drier, more complex notes of cocoa powder and spice. Imported by Kobrand.",LBV,25,90,Port,,,Fonseca 2000 LBV  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-2000-lbv-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Fonseca
,White,US,"From Shenandoah Valley and Fiddletown grapes, Terre Rouge has crafted a rich, exotic Viognier. It captures the variety's lush tropical fruit and wildflower flavors, but maintains balance with crisp acidity and barrel fermentation, which makes the wine creamy smooth.",,30,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 Viognier (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-viognier-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Viognier,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14.3,White,US,"This is a delicious white Rhône-style blend, and you might try it as an alternative to Chardonnay. It's quite soft and silky, with a rich array of apricot, peach, honeysuckle and buttercream flavors that finish in a swirl of spicy complexity.",Enigma,20,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 Enigma White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-enigma-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,Red,US,"This is the winery's core Bordeaux blend (“étalon” means “stallion” in French), and it delivers firm, full, even fleshy flavors. All five Bordeaux varieties are included in the blend. A ripe though not quite voluptuous style, it shows the fruit well with a solid presence and nice, firm structure. Polished but still youthful, it takes the new oak in stride and should continue to evolve nicely over the next decade.",L'Etalon,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2002 L'Etalon Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2002-letalon-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Brian Carter
19.5,Dessert,US,"Yes it is 100% Gewürztraminer, and yes the winery calls it Port, listing the alcohol content at 19.5%. Unusual it certainly may be, but it is really quite well made, with varietal character showcasing very tasty candied citrus and sugared rose petals. The brandy is neither hot nor intrusive. All in all it's an intriguing, versatile and unique dessert wine.",Port,21,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 2004 Port Gewürztraminer (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-2004-port-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-yakima/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Bonair
,Sparkling,France,"Herb tea and white flower aromas give this wine a fine start. The Chardonnay flavors are all there: a touch of vanilla, some almonds, and pears. Fresh and  rich. Could age for a couple of years. Multiple U.S. importers.",Chardonnay Brut,19,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre 2004 Chardonnay Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-2004-chardonnay-brut-cremant-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2004,Bailly-Lapierre
,Sparkling,France,"A serious, intensely fruity wine that shows great depth of flavor, some good tannic structure and fine, long-lasting acidity. With its delicate mousse, it could  age for two more years in bottle. Multiple U.S. importers.",Blanc de Noirs Brut,19,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre 2004 Blanc de Noirs Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-2004-blanc-noirs-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Bailly-Lapierre
,Dessert,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Attractive lemon marmalade aromas already make this wine appealing. The palate, too, shows charm and elegance, with just a touch of new wood complexity. A complete wine, which seems to be coming together already.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Caillou 2005 Barrel sample  (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caillou-2005-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Caillou
,White,US,"Aromatic, rich and dry, this wine was fermented in used Chardonnay barrels and given extended lees contact. This is a creamy, leesy, rich wine, a very stylish blend that captures the citrusy Viognier, the floral Riesling and the rich, ripe, peachy Roussanne.",Oriana White Blend,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2004 Oriana White Blend White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2004-oriana-white-blend-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2004,Brian Carter
14,Red,Argentina,"This Malbec is easy, ripe, stylish and 100% attractive. The plump black fruit is distinguished and solid, while the mouthfeel is tight yet proper, with good tannic structure and pulsing acidity. Drink now through 2008. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Q,20,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2002 Q Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2002-q-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Zuccardi
14,Red,Argentina,"Gets going with aromas of molasses, black olive and pencil lead, which accent the rich black fruit that's prominently on display. Intense in the mouth, where dark plum and black cherry dominate. The mouthfeel is ripe and warm, and the finishing notes of licorice, chocolate and coffee are sturdy and refined. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",Synthesis,40,90,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2003 Synthesis Red (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2003-synthesis-red-tupungato/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Finca Sophenia
,Red,US,"This racy Cabernet is full of tart red fruits; its flavors are forward and lightly spicy. The wine seems to have been acidified, perhaps to provide some lift. It is a nicely focused effort; I like the way it gathers itself and holds that focus through a smooth, seamless, long finish.",Reserve,27,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Goose Ridge
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Perfectly approachable and wholesome. Aromas of bread dough, pear and lemon-lime are alert and attractive. The palate provides a lush bowl of kiwi, apple and pear, while some citrus coats the finish. Imported by European Cellars.",Imperial Gran Reserva,48,90,Catalonia,Cava,,Gramona 2001 Imperial Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramona-2001-imperial-gran-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Gramona
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A pretty patchwork of delicate aromas such as grapefruit, white peach and crushed stone set the tone for a sparkler that delivers similar restraint and elegance in the mouth. It's fleshy and fresh, with a citrus and toasted nut finish. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Brut,30,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa NV Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-56571/,Sparkling Blend,,Montenisa
,Sparkling,France,"A ripe, complex wine, packed with great fruit and acidity. It is rich, almost opulent, made from Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc. There is great acidity to finish this delicious wine. Imported by Alaska Distributors.",,,90,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Monmousseau NV White (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monmousseau-nv-white-cremant/,White Blend,,Monmousseau
13.5,White,Australia,"Delicate and kind of ethereal at first, but seems to grow a spine the longer it sits in the glass. Aromas are of talc, vanilla and citrus; the palate feel reprises the dusty-talcy impression. A dry twist of lemon drop on the finish completes a very pretty picture. Imported by Cumulus Wines Inc.",No 11,30,90,New South Wales,Orange,,Philip Shaw 2004 No 11 Chardonnay (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-shaw-2004-no-11-chardonnay-orange/,Chardonnay,2004,Philip Shaw
,Red,US,"A very good effort with this tricky grape. Along with the stone-fruit flavors are sweeter streaks of cotton candy and marshmallow. But the candied fruit is lively and not cloying or artificial. The finish is long and clean, with a twist of buttered nuts and creamy vanilla.",,18,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Coeur d'Alene 2004 Viognier (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2004-viognier-other/,Viognier,2004,Coeur d'Alene
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"One of the most successful rosé sparklers out of this part of Italy, this wine offers a beautifully delicate ensemble of forest berry, rose petal, violets, white cherry and peach. Tangy and crisp in the mouth; this is a special sparkler with a feminine touch. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",Cellarius Rose,,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Berlucchi 2002 Cellarius Rose  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berlucchi-2002-cellarius-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Berlucchi
,White,US,"Off-dry, with bright acids, this viscous and gloriously peachy Chenin reminds me of why I love this sadly neglected grape. Bursting with stone fruits, lively  crisp acids, and softened by the residual fruit sugar and kissed with a streak of honey, it captures so much ripe, autumnal flavor in a single bottle.",,10,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Townshend 2004 Chenin Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2004-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Townshend
13,White,Australia,"Right out of the gate, there's a pungent aroma of cat pee, plus nuts and floral notes. With time, the pungency subsides, revealing pretty honeysuckle notes that usher in peach and Fuji apple on the palate. Has persistence, medium body and holds fast on the finish. Imported by The Colonial Wine Company Pty Ltd.",Évangéliste Reserve,30,90,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,The Colonial Estate 2004 Évangéliste Reserve Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colonial-estate-2004-evangeliste-reserve-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,The Colonial Estate
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A Prosecco that stands apart from the crowd thanks to its mineral and crushed vitamin notes, soapy floral tones like dried lavender and sage, and nutty aromas. Pretty perlage and loads of complex, almond-like flavors in the mouth.",Cartizze Dry,35,90,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Masottina 2004 Cartizze Dry  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-2004-cartizze-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,2004,Masottina
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. This micro-property, vinified by Jean-Luc Thunevin, has produced a huge, dense wine, powered by dark tannins. It's impressive, even if it has little connection with Margaux.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Marojallia 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marojallia-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Marojallia
,Sparkling,France,"By far the best wine in the Louis Bouillot range, this is full, crisp and layered with toastiness. It has taken on flavors of honey, spices and vanilla from its wood aging. A fine wine, dry to taste and finishing crisp and full-bodied. Imported by Boisset America.",Perle Rare Brut,16,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot 2003 Perle Rare Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-2003-perle-rare-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,2003,Louis Bouillot
,White,US,"Here is Viognier picked early enough to feature flavors of citrus rind rather than ripe peach. There is also a powerful herbal note, tasting of juniper and quinine, that lays down a spicy spine in the wine. All stainless, no malolactic; it's crisp, precise and laser-like in its focus.",,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rulo Winery 2004 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-winery-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2004,Rulo Winery
14,White,Italy,"A beautifully executed wine, from its copper-tinged color to its opulent nose. Aromas drift off layer after layer, revealing banana bread, peach cobbler, almond paste and sliced pear. A solid and compact wine in the mouth that could match heavier foods such as crepes and soufflés. Imported by Marc de Grazia Selections.",Dessimis,24,90,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2004 Dessimis Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2004-dessimis-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Vie di Romans
,Red,US,"Gallo's Rancho Zabaco has done a fine job with single-vineyard Zins. This one is an excellent  wine, dry, balanced and with the structure of Merlot, with firm tannins encasing berry, earth, coffee and anise flavors.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,35,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Rancho Zabaco 2003 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2003-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Rancho Zabaco
,White,US,"Another interesting Chard from this Santa Lucia Highlands estate; why the Wagners don't put that appellation on the label is a mystery. The wine seems even higher in acidity than usual, with greater ageworthiness, and experience shows this is one for the cellar. The tropical fruit flavors are well oaked, and finish absolutely dry. Best after 2008.",,42,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mer Soleil 2003 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mer-soleil-2003-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2003,Mer Soleil
13,White,Italy,"One of the best performers in our Pinot Grigio tasting, Cecchini has crafted just 400 cases of wine with wonderfully intense aromas of dried banana, fresh stone fruit and peach. He relies on oxygen-free vinification to preserve fruit flavors. Drink immediately. Imported by T. Edward Wines Ltd.",,16,90,,Venezia Giulia,,Marco Cecchini 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-cecchini-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Marco Cecchini
12,Sparkling,Italy,"A yeasty and buttery sparkler with banana, yellow rose, walnut, bread crust and a sharp point of minerality. Fruit flavors of Golden Delicious apple roll over the palate, followed by crisp acidity. Imported by Wine Emporium.",Prima Cuvée Brut,28,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa NV Prima Cuvée Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-nv-prima-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Monte Rossa
,White,US,"This 75-25 blend shows interesting bacon fat aromas and a lot of sweet cinnamon spice. The blend really works, as the Viognier adds lift and precision to the Chardonnay, which softens and smoothes out the Viognier's rough edges.",Aspersa,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix 2004 Aspersa Chardonnay-Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-2004-aspersa-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2004,Helix
,Sparkling,France,"Based in Vougeot in the heart of the Côte d'Or, Labet makes a delicious Crémant, appley, crisp and fresh. Offers pretty flavors of kiwis, green plums and a touch of toast. Imported by Vintners Edge.",,19,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Francois Labet NV  Crémant de Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-labet-nv-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Francois Labet
,White,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Château Margaux's white wine is very rich in 2005, with fruit that is tropical and almost sweet, but maintaining a fresh and citrusy feel.",Pavillon Blanc de Château Margau Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Margaux 2005 Pavillon Blanc de Château Margau Barrel sample  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2005-pavillon-blanc-margau-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Margaux
,Sparkling,France,"From this quality producer, known for his grand cru wines from Schlossberg and Hengst, this is a crisp, beautiful wine that shines with fruit, structure and liveliness. It is delicate, elegant and a great apéritif wine. Imported by Weygandt-Metzler.",Brut,22,90,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Domaine Albert Mann NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-albert-mann-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Albert Mann
10.5,Dessert,Hungary,"Rich and unctuous, with flavors of apricot marmalade and honey, this wine has a dry, pithy feel, although it's also very sweet. The juxtaposition is pleasant, as is the complex nose of orange tea, cinnamon and honeyed fig. Acidity finally emerges on the long, spicy finish. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Aszú 6 Puttonyos,87,90,Tokaji,,,Dobogó 2000 Aszú 6 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobogo-2000-aszu-6-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,2000,Dobogó
,Sparkling,France,"A rich, complex blend of Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc made by one of the top producers in Anjou. The ripe fruits have kept their freshness, leaving a generous but crisp wine, with a delicate, elegant mousse. Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",Carte Turqoise,18,90,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard NV Carte Turqoise Chenin Blanc (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-nv-carte-turqoise-chenin-blanc-cremant/,Chenin Blanc,,Domaine des Baumard
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. This property has really improved, and the modern, new wood flavors are great testimony to that. The fruit is ripe, almost New World in style, but keeps the proper Bordeaux sense of proportion.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Dominique 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dominique-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château la Dominique
,White,US,"Big, oaky and extremely bright, with refreshing acids and crisply defined fruit. As is usually the case with this spectacular vineyard, the flavors carry extra intensity; they seem to drill down into the heart of the palate. Though released young, this is a wine that could certainly benefit from another 6–12 months in the bottle.",Cold Creek,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2004 Cold Creek Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2004-cold-creek-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"A very rich Cabernet, with blackberry, cassis and coffee flavors streaked through with vanilla and smoky oak notes. Dry with fairly thick tannins, this wine is just what you want with broiled steak or lamb chops.",,39,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cobblestone 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cobblestone
,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Produced by Jean-Luc Thunevin, this is, unsurprisingly, modern in style, very dense, rich and powerful. Super-ripe, but just hinting at restraint, with acidity on its finish.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Bandon 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bandon-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Clos Bandon
15.5,Red,US,"Co-released with Curtis's Best Buy Heritage Cuvée, this wine, a blend of Grenache and Syrah, is very similar in its dry construction and forward fruit. Yet it's a little more tannic, and the oak seems more prominent. The flavors explode with cherries, blackberries, pomegranates, plums and mocha.",The Crossroads,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2003 The Crossroads Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2003-crossroads-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Curtis
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"“Dosage Zéro” means no sweetness has been added to this sparkler and the result is an intensely nutty wine with aromas of toasted almonds and walnuts, fresh apple and peach cobbler. Those toasty, nutty notes spread evenly throughout the mouth thanks to the wine's smooth creaminess. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Dosage Zéro,90,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2001 Dosage Zéro  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2001-dosage-zero-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Ca' del Bosco
,Red,US,"The first Merlot in the winery's 15-year history is restrained, aromatic and lightly leafy, showing hints of tobacco under the pretty, soft, plum and berry fruit. Just the right amount of smooth, chocolaty tannins follow through; the wine is ripe, yet not too ripe. A pleasing spiciness comes out as it breathes.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2001 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2001-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2001,Soos Creek
,Red,US,"Very smooth, bright and juicy, it's got a nice mix of berries and chocolate, cassis and coffee. This has a zippy, tart edge to it, almost racy, but there are plenty of substantial tannins holding up the finish. Big, stylish and strong.",,24,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2003-syrah-columbia-valley-wa-56484/,Syrah,2003,Three Rivers
14.5,White,US,"The combination of brisk acidity and perfectly ripened kiwi, tangerine and papaya fruit makes for one beautiful Chardonnay. Oak adds smoky, vanilla and buttered toast notes. The result is a captivating wine, rich and elegantly tailored.",Estate,26,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2004 Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2004-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Talley
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Alluring bubby, regardless of origin or composition. The bouquet is dry, clean and spicy, with crushed raspberry. Full in the mouth, with a perfect texture; the peach and nectarine flavors are delicious. Finishes a bit racy and citrusy, with pink grapefruit and passion fruit. Outstanding rosado cava. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez Selections.",Rosé Brut Reserva,25,91,Catalonia,Cava,,Llopart 2002 Rosé Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llopart-2002-rose-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Llopart
14.6,Red,US,"The vineyard is an old one with a proud name, and the winemaker does it justice in crafting this dry, balanced wine. It's Zin all the way, with wild berry, cocoa and spice flavors and rich tannins that contribute to the lush, soft mouthfeel. Earns extra points for the sheer exuberance of its varietal personality.",Dante Dusi Vineyard,25,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 2002 Dante Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2002-dante-dusi-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2002,Martin & Weyrich
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Pitch dark in color, with a huge, oaky/earthy nose that cuddles deep black-plum fruit. Ultraripe and modern in style, with mounds of plum and blackberry flavors. Toasty and minty on the round finish. This is one rich wine; a massive improvement over the 2000 vintage, the last Altimus we rated. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Altimus,50,91,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2003 Altimus Red (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2003-altimus-red-cafayate/,Red Blend,2003,Michel Torino
13,Rose,Australia,"This is probably the best rosé that comes out of Australia, and I like it better every year. It has an underlying, piquant citrus note, and raspberry and black cherry flavors galore. Medium-full in the mouth, it's dry, chalky, refreshing. Darkens and deepens on the finish. A crazy blend of Grenache (47.2%), Shiraz (18%), Pinot Meunier (16%), Cab Sauv (15.5%) and Pinot Noir (3.3%) Imported by Bluewater Wine Co.",,15,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Melton 2005 Rosé (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-melton-2005-rose-barossa-valley/,Rosé,2005,Charles Melton
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Dry, intense tannins dominate this wine. The fruit is going to come through later, but together the two will give it a powerful, heavy structure .",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Lamarque 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-lamarque-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Lamarque
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A well-balanced, concentrated wine, full of botrytis flavors: richness, poised honey and lemon. This is going to be an impressive wine for a second growth—in about 10 years—but already shows signs of greatness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Arche 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darche-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château d'Arche
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Large-scale renovations to the vineyard and the advice of Patrick Valette as consultant have paid great dividends at this ancient vineyard. The wine is ripely opulent but balanced, with new wood that supports rather than dominates, and a structure that promises long aging.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Berliquet 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-berliquet-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Berliquet
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Very dense, this wine has big, juicy fruit, but is firm enough with black flavors that add a complex herbal element.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Tour Haut-Brion 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-haut-brion-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château La Tour Haut-Brion
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Balance is the key to this wine, as it shows off ripe fruits and then dry tannins, black plum, herbs and finally finishing acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Franc Mayne 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-mayne-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Franc Mayne
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Very ripe but dry and brooding, this shows potential greatness, but is even more of a baby than most en primeur samples. There are dark fruits, but it's all shrouded in mystery.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos de lé Oratoire 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-le-oratoire-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Clos de lé Oratoire
14.5,Red,US,"Zinfandels are always worth a look. Their '03 Old Vine was very good. This is better, with greater depth and complexity. It showcases classic Dry Creek terroir in the dryness, richly tannic structure, and explosively peppery, wild berry and cherry fruit flavors.",Reserve,34,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2003 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2003-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Alderbrook
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A strong show from one of Italy's most regarded sparkling producers. Offers rich aromas of baked apple, Graham crackers and buttered biscuits. Exotic fruit flavors highlight a mouthfeel that is crisp and persistent. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Brut Millesimato,88,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2001 Brut Millesimato  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2001-brut-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Ca' del Bosco
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Seductively feminine and floral, laced with jasmine and field flowers, with notes of banana nut bread, almond and refined mineral tones. Creamy, fluffy and filling in the mouth, with fruit flavors and a crisp close. Imported by Bolliger Wines.",Cartizze,33,91,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Bortolomiol 2005 Cartizze  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-2005-cartizze-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,2005,Bortolomiol
,Red,US,"Roughly half Cab, half Merlot with a splash of Cab Franc, this excellent Bordeaux blend comes on with well-ripened fruit, pretty cherry flavors accented with barrel notes of kahlùa, espresso and smoke. Concentrated and smooth throughout, it is the star of this new winery's first lineup of wines.",Interlude Red,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waters 2004 Interlude Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-2004-interlude-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Waters
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. The botrytis is amazingly perfumed, smelling like a Paris perfume shop. The fruit is lost in a crazy range of exotic flavors. Fun, but very different.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rabaud-Promis 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rabaud-promis-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Rabaud-Promis
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A very smooth, rich wine, with a slight touch of pepper from the alcohol. The tannins are huge but submerged by ripe fruit. There's almost Napa-like ripeness, but also delicious acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Nenin 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nenin-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Nenin
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A deliciously fresh, vibrant wine with good ripe fruits, flavors of orange marmalade and a light, citrus kick. Lovely, with just a touch of spice.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Nairac 2005 Barrel sample  (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nairac-2005-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Nairac
13.7,White,US,"I love this Chard for its bright, brisk acidity that fires up the palate, only to reward it with ripe, delicious flavors of Key lime pie, kiwi and pineapple. Oak adds notes of buttered toast and vanilla. The result is rich, refined and complex, a Chardonnay to linger over. Easy to find, with 17,000 cases produced.",,20,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This is rich, full of sweet-and-sour acidity, layers of sweet tannins and big, ripe fruit. It's powerful, intense and full of pure black currant fruit flavors. Ends with great acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Ferrande 2005 Barrel sample  (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrande-2005-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Ferrande
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A truly beautiful wine with peach and pear aromas, Golden Delicious apple, toast and and flavors of kiwi. A genuine, straight shooter wine that caresses the mouth with custard-like silkiness. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Satén,68,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 2001 Satén  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2001-saten-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Ca' del Bosco
,Red,US,"This is pure Syrah, done in a classy, confident style showing the dense, tannic, peppery fruit first and foremost. It hits you upfront with big, youthful, sappy flavors, then follows with barrel notes of toast, light leather, tobacco and roast beef. Very palate friendly.",,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2003 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Reininger
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Very big and brawny is this single-vineyard, new-to-the-market Malbec from grower Jose Blanco. Expect lots of fresh-cut cinnamon on the nose along with leather, earth and gum. Heavy but balanced, with big tannins wrapped in plenty of coconut and mint. Takes a while to grasp; it's a giant with huge fruit and some clumsiness. Better from 2007–2009. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Viña José Blanco,34,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2003 Viña José Blanco Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2003-vina-jose-blanco-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Trapiche
,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Very citrusy fruits, with spice, new wood and delicious, almost tropical flavors. This wine has great poise and acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2005-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Smith Haut Lafitte
11.5,White,Hungary,"At 5 Puttonyos this wine is very sweet and medium to full bodied, with enough acidity it to give it mouthwatering appeal. Young citrus notes play off flavors of apricot and milk chocolate, with additional aromas of toffee and herbs. Finishes long. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Aszú 5 Puttonyos,33,91,Tokaji,,,Disznókö 1999 Aszú 5 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/disznoko-1999-aszu-5-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1999,Disznókö
,Red,US,"Roughly three quarters Merlot, the rest Cab Franc with a drop of Petit Verdot, this is the mirror image of the Frederick. More fruit-forward, ripe and accessible, the spicy red fruits are set into thick, chocolaty tannins. It holds its balance despite the 15% alcohol, but it may be somewhat precarious. I would drink it early for maximum pleasure.",Uriah Red Table Wine,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2003 Uriah Red Table Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2003-uriah-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Spring Valley Vineyard
,Red,US,"It's been cofermented with Viognier—instantly apparent in the spicy, citrus aromas that permeate the nose. An invigorating, lifted scent combines lemon and lime and orange peel with raspberry syrup and mocha, and that's before you even taste it. It continues in an elegant style, with lovely, interesting flavors that blend together seamlessly and never overpower the palate. Notes of pine, wild herb and smoked meat add interest through the finish.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2003 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Seven Hills
14.8,Red,US,"The winemaker emphasizes artisanal techniques on mountain fruit, and this 100% Cabernet certainly has an authentic, handmade quality. It's dry, fairly soft and rich in ripe, thick tannins. The fruit is fully ripened, suggesting cherry and blackberry jam with a hint of olive tapenade. Try it now. A wine to watch.",,45,91,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Coniglio 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coniglio-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Coniglio
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Spice and dry botrytis are what this wine is about. There's a wood element as well, which dominates the fruit and the flavors of baked apples and cinnamon. Like all the drier styles, this will be a good food wine.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Coutet 2005 Barrel sample  (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2005-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Coutet
,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Lemon, honey and spice dominate this attractive wine which is poised, light and fresh. There is a little structure of gooseberry tannins which add to the pleasure.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2005-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Carbonnieux
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Because of the high proportion of Merlot this is an opulent, sweet and ripe wine, more new world than Margaux. It's less of a second wine than a beautifully polished wine in its own right.",Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2005 Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2005-pavillon-rouge-chateau-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Margaux
,Red,US,"Great mouth presence, built upon stylish, racy fruit. It's tangy and spicy and handles the 100% new French oak with ease. Sappy and loaded with bright, tart red fruit flavors, this is a really pleasurable wine. Unfortunately, just 25 cases were made.",Boushey Vineyard,23,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 2002 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-2002-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2002,Wineglass Cellars
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. One of the likely candidates for promotion to Grand Cru Classé status, this is Jean-Luc Thunevin's original estate. This year there is considerable restraint in what is normally an immensely opulent wine: it is elegant, rather than having a no-holds-barred attitude, that will make this wine a classic.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Valandraud
,White,US,"Wonderfully leesy and complex, the second vintage of the top-of-the-line Ethos Chardonnay has intriguing streaks of orange peel and citrus zest, along with buttered nuts, toast and hazelnut flavors. All the different elements are threaded through the palate and continue into the long, silky finish. The only off notes, perhaps due to the youth of the wine, are some high-toned volatile scents and a bit of alcoholic heat in the back of the palate.",Ethos,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2004 Ethos Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2004-ethos-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A smoothly rich wine, layering ripe red fruits with some poised acidity. The tannins are dry, but well integrated into the generous fruits.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Picque Caillou 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-picque-caillou-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Picque Caillou
,White,US,"Completely barrel-fermented, and it shows in the wine's lavish oak, ample weight and rich, oily texture. It's nutty and leesy, and much less overtly fruity than the winery's Russian River bottling, instead focusing more on weight and texture.",Quail Hill Vineyard,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2003 Quail Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2003-quail-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Lynmar
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Anyone looking for a whole lot of wine for not too much cash will be pleased with this blend, named for former Argentinean president Juan Perón, husband of Evita. Back to the wine: it's rich, heady and borderline opulent, with ripe tannins, plumpness and hedonistic fruit. Incorporates 10% Cabernet and 5% Syrah. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",President's Blend,22,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2003 President's Blend Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2003-presidents-blend-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Don Miguel Gascón
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A crystalline appearance is a preface for polished aromas of citrus, pineapple and tangerine. This is a fresh and fruity sparkler that stands out thanks to the zesty and cleansing impression it leaves in the mouth. An excellent match to neutral fatty foods such as ricotta-stuffed puff pastry, gratin dauphinoise or cheese soufflé. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Brut,44,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco NV Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-del-bosco-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-56240/,Sparkling Blend,,Ca' del Bosco
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A smooth wine with vanilla wood flavors. The fruit is almost incidental at the moment, but it's black and firm enough, and with its juicy character the wine should come through well.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Monbrison 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbrison-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Monbrison
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This poised wine has attractive layers of clean, fresh lemon and honey flavors. There are some light wood nuances, lively acidity and dryness from botrytis. A finely balanced wine.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château de Myrat 2005 Barrel sample  (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-myrat-2005-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château de Myrat
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A ripe, creamy wine, which has great poise and freshness. There's just a touch of caramel, but the fruit—sweet apples and crisp pears—is dominant. A pure pleasure to taste.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clos-haut-peyraguey-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This is a finely crafted wine, packed with all the right tannins that blend easily into the wood and blackberry flavors. The fruit is very pure, intense and finely layered.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Clerc Milon
,Red,US,"Strong whiffs of barrel, cracker, toast, butterscotch and a hint of leather take off in the beginning, but behind it all is solid, ripe, plentiful black cherry fruit. There is also a strong streak of mint running through the middle, and the wine has good weight and texture across the palate. It's muscular without being clunky; there is substance here but it is elegantly displayed, with particularly good tannin management.",Parris,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chandler Reach 2002 Parris Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandler-reach-2002-parris-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Chandler Reach
,Sparkling,France,"This is a great, concentrated wine, which packs clean, almond, kiwi and apple flavors along with a creamy, rich mousse and delicious acidity. This is a wine that can age well—a 1996 was still fresh when tasted early in 2006. Imported by Louis Dressner Selections.",,17,91,Loire Valley,Montlouis-sur-Loire,,François Chidaine 2004  Montlouis-sur-Loire,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-chidaine-2004-chenin-blanc-montlouis-sur/,Chenin Blanc,2004,François Chidaine
,Sparkling,France,"A rich, toasty wine, packed with mature fruit. With fine acidity piercing through flavors of pear and almonds, this is more impressive than most inexpensive Champagnes. Imported by Robert Kacher Imports.",,20,91,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,René Muré 2000  Crémant d'Alsace,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2000-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Champagne Blend,2000,René Muré
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Dried herbs and banana,  followed by crushed stone and spice, comprise a layered and striking bouquet. You'll taste intense banana fruit in the mouth with tart acidity and pizzazz on the close. Imported by Blavod Extreme Spirits.",Satén,26,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2001 Satén  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2001-saten-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Contadi Castaldi
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. A charming wine that maybe lacks depth, but floats very attractively. The sweet fruits are approachable at this stage, although the acidity, more than the tannins, suggest ageability.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Domaine de Chevalier
10,Dessert,Hungary,"This first-growth vineyard, classified in 1700 (165 years before Bordeaux) is known for its highly perfumed wines. This example shows a complex array of clove, brown sugar, and oxidized nutty notes. Flavors of citrus are the first signs of fruit, with caramel and nuts playing secondary roles, all wrapped up in racy acids. Despite this wine's age it is fresh and shows potential to keep on going. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Nyulászó Aszú 6 Puttonyos,85,91,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 1995 Nyulászó Aszú 6 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-1995-nyulaszo-aszu-6-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1995,Royal Tokaji
,Sparkling,France,"An impressive wine, packed with concentrated white and green fruits. It has  good structure, fresh acidity and a touch of toastiness. It's a dry wine, but full and rich, and likely to age well over the next couple of years. Imported by P. Comms International.",,24,91,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Jean-Luc Joillot NV  Crémant de Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-joillot-nv-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Jean-Luc Joillot
14,Red,Australia,"The aromas are just beautiful: Inhale deeply and there's spice, nut, cassis and gumtree notes. Has wooly, textured tannins that grip the midpalate firmly, along with plum and almond paste notes that carry on through the finish. A real pleasure; drink after 2008. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Reserve,59,91,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-nagambie-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Tahbilk
,Red,US,"This has some real strength to the fruit, which shows depth, nerve and muscle. There's a nice high note suggesting citrus, even grapefruit; below that some racy berry fruit flavors; then comes the impact of tannin and espresso. It all adds up to some real excitement in the mouth. A powerful wine that zings the palate and leaves you wanting more.",,39,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2003 Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2003,Three Rivers
10,Dessert,Hungary,"From a southwest slope facing the village of Mád, this sweet Tokaji is earthier then the Nyulászó, but also has scents of brown sugar, clove and dried figs. Medium-bodied and complex in the mouth, with citrus, earth and honey flavors, the acidity gives good backing and a citric finish. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Szt. Tamás Aszú 6 Puttonyos,77,91,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 1995 Szt. Tamás Aszú 6 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-1995-szt-tamas-aszu-6-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1995,Royal Tokaji
,Red,US,"A smooth, supple, flat-out delicious wine. It strikes a perfect balance, showing ripe but not heavy fruit flavors in a pleasing mix of strawberry, pomegranate, hints of berry, citrus and plenty of acid. This just hits the nail right on the head; no huge alcohol, no new oak.",,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sheridan Vineyard 2003 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheridan-vineyard-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,Sheridan Vineyard
,Red,US,"The first-ever Northstar Syrah, it's 100% Syrah, yet and fits in perfectly with the house style. Supremely smooth and satiny, the voluptuous mouthfeel focuses on sweet, plummy fruit slathered in chocolate. It's delicious but made in very limited  quantities (sold only at the winery and to winery club members).",,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Northstar
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. The other wine produced at Château Palmer is appropriately named. While the chateau wine has the opulence, this has delicacy and a grace that is immensely attractive.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Alter Ego de Palmer 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alter-ego-palmer-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Alter Ego de Palmer
14.7,Red,Argentina,"From the beginning you can tell that this Bordeaux-style blend has the requisite components to make the grade. The bouquet offers baking spices, berry and vanilla in large doses, while the palate is ample, fresh and fairly racy. Nothing dull or clumsy here; it's a balanced, structured wine with aging ability. Drink now or hold through 2009. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Grand Reserve Pasionado,50,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2003 Grand Reserve Pasionado Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2003-grand-reserve-pasionado-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Andeluna
,Red,US,"Napa's Randy Dunn is making this 100% Cab with Long Shadows winemaker Gilles Nicault. Soft, ripe and plummy, it shows a good mix of red and blue fruits, amplified with lots of toast, chocolate, coffee and cinnamon highlights. Definitely a Napa-meets-Washington style.",,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Feather 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feather-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Feather
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Consultant Michel Rolland's family property has produced a wine with great elegance, despite the intensity of fruit. Just a touch medicinal at this stage, the ripeness will power through.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château le Bon Pasteur 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bon-pasteur-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château le Bon Pasteur
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Another huge Pomerol. But like other wines vinified by Christian Moueix, this has a fine sense of balance, its softly extracted tannins and dry fruits paired with deliciously fresh blueberry flavors.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Latour à Pomerol 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-a-pomerol-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Latour à Pomerol
,White,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Attractive rosemary and thyme aromas lead to a very fresh wine with a herbal element. Excellent, with delicious fruit.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrivet-haut-brion-2005-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion
,Red,France,90-92 Barrel sample. A finely balanced wine with expressive acidity and ripe blackberry fruit flavors. The aftertaste is dry from the firm but managed tannins.,Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laroque 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laroque-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Laroque
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This is hugely rich and powerful,  with attractively ripe, intense fruit. Delicious layers of fresh fruits combine with concentrated botrytis and lemon flavors. A perfect foie gras partner.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe Guignard 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-guignard-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Lamothe Guignard
,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This is packed with huge tannins and sweet, super-ripe fruit. It's tough at first because it is so powerful and alcoholic, but there is also a certain rough grace to it.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Gaffelière 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaffeliere-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château la Gaffelière
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Already, this wine is developing a golden color. Typical of Guiraud, to taste it is big and powerful and full of complexity and ripeness. Currently missing freshness, but that will come later.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Guiraud 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guiraud-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Guiraud
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This has all the flavors of an Asian kitchen, spices dominant and, underneath, some attractive lemon and honey botrytis. This should be a great aperitif style of wine.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Daëne 2005 Barrel sample  (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-daene-2005-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Doisy-Daëne
,Dessert,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This is a hugely ripe wine dominated by concentrated, ripe fruits and flavors of pure sweet oranges. A powerful wine, surprising because of its weight in a year that seems more about freshness, but still good.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Suduiraut 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suduiraut-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Suduiraut
8.5,Dessert,Hungary,"The sweetest Aszú wine, with 217 grams per liter of sugar (only pure Essencia is sweeter). Honeyed nuts, brown sugar, orange blossom and chocolate aromas waft from the glass. Full and viscous in the mouth, this balanced wine, with a modest 8.5% alcohol, has beautiful flavors of toffee, caramel and orange tea. Finishes long and complex. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Aszú Essencia,167,92,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 1995 Aszú Essencia  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-1995-aszu-essencia-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1995,Royal Tokaji
16.5,Dessert,US,"This is quite a delicious wine. It's not supersweet, and has long, deep flavors of ripe apricots, white chocolate and vanilla, with a crème brûlée richness that seems equal parts fruit and smoky oak. The acidity is keen, providing balancing relief to the sweetness. Fabulous with a butter cookie or shortbread and vanilla ice cream.",Muscat-a-Petits Grains Vin Doux Naturel,15,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 Muscat-a-Petits Grains Vin Doux Naturel Muscat (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-muscat-a-petits-grains-vin-doux-naturel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Muscat,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
12,Sparkling,Italy,"The theme here is dryness with dried apricot, pressed rose petal, banana, dried herbs, tealeaf and pungent toasted and smoky tones. Together this medley of aromas is delicate and caressing on the nose, and equally tender in the mouth. Imported by Dalla Terra.",Perlé,30,92,,Trento,,Ferrari 2001 Perlé Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-2001-perle-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,2001,Ferrari
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Juicy, fresh fruit, powerful black currant flavors and layers of obvious acidity. But there's more here: underlying, dark, brooding tannins, and vibrant fruits on top.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Macquin 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-macquin-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Pavie Macquin
,White,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. This is soft, open, but hiding very ripe, generous fruits. With flavors of tropical fruits, and of green plums, this builds on its fruit rather than on the underlying wood notes.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2005-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château de Fieuzal
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. If you're looking for great, ripe black currant fruits, this is where to come. The wine is full and hugely fruity, but it still manages a good Bordeaux sense of proportion.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Coufran 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coufran-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Coufran
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A very ripe, soft wine, and a real pleasure to imbibe. There is perfumed fruit, while the tannins themselves are gentle, sweet, with only a touch of dryness to give the wine power. The acidity to finish gives the wine an attractive lift.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Figeac 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-figeac-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Figeac
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Eucalyptus perfumes are a sign of the ripe fruit this year. Big and powerfully polished, this wine glows with good health, its dry tannins just supporting the rich purple fruit. It's very attractive now, so the tannins and the acidity will have to work to give the wine ageability.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trottevieille 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trottevieille-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Trottevieille
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a sparkling wine with all its many facets beautifully fitted together to form an incredibly seductive and inviting whole. The aromas span the exotic fruit spectrum from banana to kiwi, but leave room for butter and yeast notes. Very creamy and silky in the mouth, with lively perlage. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Cuvée Brut,34,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Cuvée Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-56087/,Sparkling Blend,,Bellavista
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. This wine has fine tannins that are relatively soft, with good acidity and dryness. It's not powerful, but with its fine black currant flavor and ripe fruit it shows great style .",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2005 Barrel sample  (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2005-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Potensac
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A finely balanced wine, with the steel and tannins of Saint-Estéphe tempered with hugely ripe, concentrated black plum and dark fig flavors. This is elegant while also being powerful.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Phélan-Ségur 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-phelan-segur-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Phélan-Ségur
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Big, ripe and juicy—a Dolly Parton wine. With exuberant fruitiness this is attractive now, but there are solid, firm tannins, so the wine will perhaps grow up.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malescot-saint-exupery-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Effectively a grand cru in its own right, Latour's second wine is superb, ripe with hugely strong tannins, and great, ripe acidity.",Les Forts de Latour Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2005 Les Forts de Latour Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2005-forts-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Latour
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A big, firm and hard wine, with solid fruits, layers of dry tannin and great power. There's an intensity to this wine with acidity adding to the complexity and structure.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Camensac 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-camensac-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Camensac
14.9,Red,Argentina,"Winemaker Silvio Alberto, working with consultant Michel Rolland, is clearly a proponent of the bigger-is-better school, and he deserves credit for making big wines that are balanced despite being brawny. This high-end Malbec, which is very reasonably priced, blasts with menthol, prune, chocolate and cassis. It's modern and chewy, but has enough tannin, acid and grit to keep it in fine form. Drink now through 2008. Imported by Kysela Pere et Fils.",Reserve,23,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2003 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2003-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Andeluna
14.2,Red,US,"Robert Young's Scion has become the quintessential Alexander Valley Cab. The opposite of a big Napa Cab, it has a soft, gentle texture, with good cherry and anise flavors, and a rich gout de terroir earthiness. Not an ager, it's among the best drink-now Cabs of the vintage.",Scion,54,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 2001 Scion Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-2001-scion-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Robert Young
,Red,US,"This is three quarters Cabernet Sauvignon, the rest a mix of Merlot, Cab Franc and a drop of Petit Verdot. Dense and extracted, it is almost syrupy, like concentrated raspberry or boysenberry juice. What keeps it from being tiring are the powerful acids; they set up the berry flavors and create a bright, tartly chewy mouthfeel. Very young; this will improve for at least another five years before hitting its peak.",Frederick Red Table Wine,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2003 Frederick Red Table Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2003-frederick-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Spring Valley Vineyard
,Red,US,"Youthful, plummy, bright, clear and very toasty. The new oak jumps out at you, but then the fruit stands up to it. It's hard and tannic, taut, compact, serious Cabernet, with plenty of stuffing for cellaring, and just a hint of leather and leaf.",Monte Regalo,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chandler Reach 2003 Monte Regalo Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandler-reach-2003-monte-regalo-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,Chandler Reach
,Red,US,"A mere 174 cases of this wine were produced. It shares the essence of the '03 Monte Rosso Zin, reviewed below, but is richer and more concentrated, as well as much higher in alcohol, pushing 16%. Thoroughly dry, with flavors of coffee, dried blackberries, bitter chocolate and cloves, this is a complex, impressive wine.",Monte Rosso Vineyard Toreador,50,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Rancho Zabaco 2003 Monte Rosso Vineyard Toreador Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2003-monte-rosso-vineyard-toreador-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Rancho Zabaco
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Lovely, delicious sweet fruit leads a ripe and generous wine, showing deliciously black, almost raisiny flavors. There's a pile of richness, with acidity acting as a seasoning.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Fieuzal
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A powerfully fruity wine, full of black fruits, soft tannins and new wood spice. Modern in style, this still retains firm tannins and freshness.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Dauzac 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dauzac-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Chateau Dauzac
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Very pure black currant fruits pour out of the glass with this wine. Yes, there are tannins, but the fruit is uplifting, fresh and very vibrant. Delicious, and likely to remain so .",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château d'Armailhac 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darmailhac-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château d'Armailhac
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A ripely juicy wine, with rich, intense black fruits layered with sweet-and-sour acidity. This is an immediately attractive wine, showing fine tannins, but with fruit dominating.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Clinet 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clinet-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Clinet
,White,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A ripe but finely poised wine with good spice, acidity and  freshness that are all in harmony with full fruit flavors.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2005-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Malartic-Lagravière
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Initially, this wine seems very soft, the ripe fruit just floating. But it is all suppressed at this stage, and suddenly you taste the tannins and the power that is held back.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Magdelaine 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magdelaine-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Magdelaine
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Rich, packed with superripe fruit and huge tannins, this wine still manages to keep elegance, power tempered with velvet: an impressive combination .",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château les Ormes de Pez 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-pez-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château les Ormes de Pez
,Dessert,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A deeply golden-colored wine, but to taste, it is more poised and fresh than the color suggests. There's an attractive liquorous feel to the wine, but that is balanced by good clean, fresh fruit tastes. This will be delicious.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château la Tour Blanche 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-tour-blanche-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château la Tour Blanche
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. This is impressive—a ripe, open wine, but showing some lovely, polished new wood flavors, vanilla and just a touch of spice.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Pointe 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pointe-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château la Pointe
,Red,US,"Clearly a cut above the winery's regular Cab, this is just the second time in 10 years the winery has made a vineyard select. Loaded with sweet/tart berries, this concentrated, pure Cabernet turns up flavors of coffee liqueur and chocolate-covered espresso beans. Good structure and concentration keep it from being top-heavy with oak.",Vineyard Select,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla 2003 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2003-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Walla Walla
,Dessert,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Spice and light wood flavors dominate this delicious, poised wine, but it also has dense fruit, some light marmalade and a bit of sweetness, but more in the way of dry botrytis.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rieussec 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rieussec-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Rieussec
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkler has a uniquely chiseled, polished or fine-tuned quality to it that sets it apart and gives it loads of spectacular character. The aromas are reminiscent of finely minced spice, white flowers and crushed stone; the ple, yet restrained and elegant. Imported by Wine Emporium.",Cabochon Brut,53,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa 2001 Cabochon Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-2001-cabochon-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Monte Rossa
,Red,US,"A very fine effort. The wine is full flavored without being punishing. There's plenty of cassis and plum, and nothing syrupy about it. Great balance across the entire palate, with a Bordeaux-like elegance. Notes of iron filings, chalk and light herb complete the picture. 150 cases produced.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alder Ridge 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alder-ridge-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Alder Ridge
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. A fine, smooth wine, showing great tannins over big, solid fruit and very dark, chocolate flavors. There is acidity, but this is dominated by wood tannins.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Marbuzet 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marbuzet-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Marbuzet
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. There's beautiful fruit here: vibrant black plums and a touch of cinnamon. This has real Margaux elegance and character, with a fresh style, just supported by open tannins. Lascombes seems to be coming into its own at last.",,59,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Lascombes 2005  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascombes-2005-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Lascombes
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Dark, very tough, this wine certainly lacks charm at this stage, with the fruit completely hidden by tannins. But it will come round, because the weight is there, even if the pleasure isn't at the moment.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bailly 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bailly-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Haut-Bailly
,White,US,"Napa Cabs can suffer from a soft earthiness, but El Molino has succeeded in producing a wine of real substance and style. It shows fine pear, apple and nut bread flavors, along with a figgy, raisiny quality, and has good enough acidity for balance. The finish is very dry. This complex wine should age well over the next five years.",,42,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,El Molino 2004 Chardonnay (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-molino-2004-chardonnay-napa-rutherford/,Chardonnay,2004,El Molino
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A tightly packed, mineral-driven sparkler with aromas of crushed vitamins, bread, white stone, almond, pear, banana and cracked white pepper. The mouth is rendered lively and fresh thanks to fruit and toast accents; a taut, yet expressive whole. Imported by Dalla Terra.",Brut,28,92,,Trento,,Ferrari NV Brut Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-nv-brut-chardonnay-trento-56298/,Chardonnay,,Ferrari
,Red,US,"After a disappointing 2000, Hendry's Block 8 returns to form with this ultrarich, super-fruity Cab. It's massive in black cherry pie flavor, drizzled with crème de cassis and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, and finishes very long and dry. However, the tannins remain sizable at four-plus years. Best now through 2010.",Block 8,48,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2001 Block 8 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2001-block-8-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Hendry
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Solid, dry tannins, very firm and hard, but they are also ripe. The wine has high extraction, very dark fruit flavors, but resists being too huge. This could well turn out to be a very elegant wine.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Gassies 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-gassies-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Rauzan-Gassies
,Red,US,"A concentrated, young, satiny wine that mixes in 8% percent Grenache. Inky purple, it already is beginning to hint at developing layers of meat, smoke, tar and licorice, although the primary fruit flavors, sappy and concentrated, dominate. It's very young; give it plenty of air time.",,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Latitude 46° N 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latitude-46-n-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Latitude 46° N
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Still in the flush of youth, this creamy-textured vintage Port strikes all the right notes, from complex aromas to powerful flavors. Blackberry, plum and earth notes finish long, buttressed by supple tannins. Based on the rapid maturation of the 2001 and 2002, drink this one from 2010-2020.",Vintage,60,92,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta de Ventozelo
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Already throwing considerable sediment and possessed of a creamy, supple mouthfeel, this is a vintage Port that should probably be consumed young. Enjoy its lush blueberry fruit, chocolate and spice complexity over the next 10 years. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",Vintage,50,92,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2002 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2002-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2002,Quinta de Ventozelo
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. With its dryness, this seems at first to be all tannin. There is, though, a black currant fruit flavor that shows through after the wine has been in the mouth for a while, and the aftertaste has fine acidity. This should develop well.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Latour-Martillac
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Great, spicy new wood flavors are balanced by the intense, solid fruits and deep, almost brooding tannins. This is a big wine, but it still preserves a good sense of proportion.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Chasse-Spleen 2005 Barrel sample  (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chasse-spleen-2005-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Chasse-Spleen
,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. This should be a powerful wine, but the power is so tempered by light acidity, poise, even delicacy in the tannins, that at the end the freshness is the principal element.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Fleur de Gay 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-gay-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château La Fleur de Gay
,White,Australia,"A classy, consistent wine of the first order. Starts off with delicate floral and melon aromas, the honeysuckle component persisting on through the long finish. It's the wine's minerality, rather than this floral sweetness, that is its highlight. Round and just viscous enough, closing with mineral and white pepper. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Virgilius,40,93,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2004 Virgilius Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2004-virgilius-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,2004,Yalumba
,Red,US,"A full-on Bordeaux blend, with 61% Cab Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 11% Cab Franc and 9% Petit Verdot. Tight and slatey, it's got firm, hard—but certainly ripe—tannins wrapped around concentrated cassis and mulberry fruit. It's very well made but can use some softening up; a few more years will add to its complexity and develop its bouquet.",Artist's Series #3 Red Wine,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2003 Artist's Series #3 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2003-artists-series-3-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Soos Creek
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. This wine has great spice, nutmeg and black fig flavors. It is full of deep, brooding tannins, and packed with intense acidity. It's fresh but has good concentration.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Pape Clément
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A hugely perfumed wine with smooth tannins. It's impressively ripe, with vibrant black fruits.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Certan de May de Certan 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-certan-may-certan-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Certan de May de Certan
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Big and bold, this wine may lack grace, but it has many other attractive elements, like its ripe fruits, its Technicolor tannins and its dark flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Carbonnieux
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Very ripe, very soft at first taste, but there's a good punch of tannins and a dense, intense palate. This has the ripeness of some New World wines.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. There's great fruit here, lovely ripe dark plums and black cherry flavors pushing through the hugely sweet tannins. It's very opulent, a great full-fruited wine.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrivet-haut-brion-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Homemade blackberry jelly fruits are the beauty of this powerful but elegant wine. The acidity frames the fruit like an aura, giving a complete picture .",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château La Lagune 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagune-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château La Lagune
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. There is excellent balance here: the fruit is dark and opulent, but also fresh from acidity, piled with firm but generous tannins. A wine with excellent potential.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Kirwan 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kirwan-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Kirwan
,Red,US,"From older Champoux Vineyard vines, Andrew Will's Tête de Cuvée is half Cabernet Sauvignon, one quarter Merlot and the rest Franc and Petit Verdot. Tasted shortly before its official release, it was fairly reductive, extremely tight, and difficult to penetrate. Certainly a substantial and worthy Sorella, the score could go higher as it evolves.",Sorella,65,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Andrew Will 2003 Sorella Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2003-sorella-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Andrew Will
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A beautiful, aromatic, minty wine that has dusty, warm tannins, still within the Bordeaux structure. It's very dry, but the fruit is already enjoyable. This is going to be a delicious wine.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Pontet-Canet
,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Smooth, soft, this wine has dry tannins that are well integrated into the solid, dark fruit. A powerful wine, but one that hides its power well.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Petit-Village 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petit-village-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Petit-Village
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. A smooth, ripe, dense wine, with well-integrated fruit and noticeable acidity that powers through with intense flavors of dark cocoa.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laforge 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laforge-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Laforge
13.5,Red,Portugal,"This dark purple wine opens with a trace of animale or game, but also boasts intense aromas and flavors of roasted blackberries, accented by pinches of cinnamon and clove. Broad in the mouth, it would be a solid choice to serve with grilled or roasted meats. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Reserva,14,88,Douro,,,Cistus 2002 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cistus-2002-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,2002,Cistus
11,Dessert,Hungary,"Meaning “honey pot,” Mézes Mály is an esteemed south-facing, first-growth vineyard. This wine has an oxidized character resulting in nutty aromas and cheese-rind flavors. Still, this wine also showed flavors of dried apricot and raisin, although none of the namesake honey. Finishes long, but the oxidative note was still a strike against this wine. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Mézes Mály Aszú 6 Puttonyos,115,88,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 1995 Mézes Mály Aszú 6 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-1995-mezes-maly-aszu-6-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1995,Royal Tokaji
14.5,Red,Australia,"A really interesting, different style of Merlot for Australia. Bramble and black pepper accent berry fruit on the nose, and the palate has focused, taut berries with a claylike mouthfeel. Imported by Southland Wines.",,15,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Fishbone 2004 Merlot (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fishbone-2004-merlot-western/,Merlot,2004,Fishbone
,Red,US,"The Merlot in Reininger's Helix line has flavors of toasty oak, and satiny red and black fruits. The blend, mostly Merlot, also includes 14% Cab Franc and 1% Cab Sauvignon. Substantial, slightly hot, with moderately rough tannins but a lot of flavor for the price.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Helix 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helix-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Helix
,White,Italy,"Very compact and clean in its aromatic delivery with banana, Golden Delicious apple and attractive hints of toasted almond in the background. Creamy, smooth and supple in the mouth with a touch of zesty spice on the finish. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",,10,88,,Alto Adige,,Tolloy 2005 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolloy-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Tolloy
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A well executed Prosecco from the first-rate Cartizze cru, with refined floral and mineral notes. Banana fruit, apricot and tart apple brushstrokes are lightly applied over a deliciously tart finish. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,20,88,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Astoria NV  Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,,Astoria
10.1,Dessert,Hungary,"With 70% Hárslevelû, this single-vineyard bottling changes the usual formula for Tokaji, normally Furmint heavy. Amber-colored and showing some oxidation, it offers floral aromas and dried apricot, some earthy notes and a bit of volatility. Full in the mouth, with drying acidity that is just shy of tart, the wine has flavors of sweet citrus, cinnamon and orange marmalade.",Birsalmás Aszú 5 Puttonyos,52,88,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 1999 Birsalmás Aszú 5 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-1999-birsalmas-aszu-5-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1999,Royal Tokaji
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Sharp citrus tones are embellished by floral intensity, stone fruit and lemonade. Snappy and lip-smackingly fresh on the palate, with acidity that comes to the fore over a long finish. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Millesimato,19,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Astoria 2005 Millesimato  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2005-millesimato-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Astoria
14,White,Argentina,"With its vanilla and caramel accents on pure pear and apple fruit, this is a good, basic Argentinean Chard. The palate is clean and forward, with solid apple forming the framework. Shows just enough butter and toast to warm it up, but it's not a heavy wine. Smooth and easy. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Reserva,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2004 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2004-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Santa Julia
14.5,Rose,US,"You'll find lots of flavor and interest in this dry blush. Don't be put off by the screwtop; it's a complex wine, with strawberry  and raspberry cream, thyme and vanilla flavors. Too bad there aren't more rosés like this.",Vin Gris of Pinot Noir,14,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2005 Vin Gris of Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2005-vin-gris-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2005,Calera
,Red,US,"I've long thought Cab Franc is a secret strength of the Foothills. This bottling is dry, balanced and complex, with a rich earthy, coffee streak to the cherry flavors. It's a bit sharp, and could soften with a year or two of aging.",Reserve,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 2002 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2002-reserve-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Ironstone
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"An organic and biodynamic Prosecco with extra green tones such as cut grass, kiwi, lime and some crushed stone. Polished and clean in the mouth, with noticeable acidity. Imported by Chartrand Imports.",Col di Manza Extra Dry,12,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Perlage 2005 Col di Manza Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-2005-col-manza-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Perlage
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Has beautifully elongated strings of bubbles and an elegant aromatic package including dusty chalk, flowers and white peach. The foam is silky and cushiony in the mouth. Imported by Fairest Cape Beverage Co., Inc.",Cartizze,35,87,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Le Colture NV Cartizze  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-cartizze-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,,Le Colture
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Dusty mineral tones are in line with aromatic white flowers, crisp green apple and almond skin. A festive and seductive nose opens onto fruit candy flavors and a tart, crisp endnote. Imported by Villa Italia.",Santo Stefano Dry,21,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Ruggeri & C. NV Santo Stefano Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-nv-santo-stefano-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Ruggeri & C.
14.5,White,US,"So much richer than the '03, and a really nice example of Edna Valley terroir. The wine is brilliant in acidity, giving it an uplifted, bright mouthfeel. The flavors of kiwi, tangerine and smoky oak are delicious.",Oliver's Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2004 Oliver's Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2004-olivers-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Talley
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Textbook Prosecco with clean citrus notes, peach, apricot and white flowers. There's also a smooth, creamier texture to this wine that yields depth and a longer finish.",Extra Dry,13,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,Carmina NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmina-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano/,Prosecco,,Carmina
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A different Prosecco with unexpected aromas of yellow rose, honeysuckle and beeswax. Intense and persuasive with a frothy, creamy feel and tart acidity at the close. Made from 90% Prosecco and 10% Chardonnay. Imported by Marc de Grazia Selections.",Extra Dry Selezione,19,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bortolotti NV Extra Dry Selezione  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-extra-dry-selezione-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Sparkling Blend,,Bortolotti
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a wine with loads of citrus, yellow fruit, pineapple and Granny Smith apple. Rich banana and peach compliment a clean mouthfeel with snappy acidity and a dry finish. Imported by Marc de Grazia Selections.",Brut,16,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bortolotti NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Sparkling Blend,,Bortolotti
12.5,White,Italy,"A fuller, richer texture is embellished with mineral, stone fruit, melon and some rubber notes. This is a solid, consistent Grigio with very tasty fruit flavors that could easily accompany a full meal from start to finish. Imported by Kobrand.",Reserve Selection,18,87,,Friuli Grave,,Bollini 2004 Reserve Selection Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-2004-reserve-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bollini
13.5,Red,Australia,"Out of the chute, the aromas are sweet and cloying, but settle to reveal cured meat and leather notes. Purple fruit on the palate has its share of stably, briary accents, on through the finish. It's not the deepest, broadest wine on the block, but its unusual profile merits it a look, particularly with food. Imported by Indigo Wine Group.",,15,87,Victoria,King Valley,,Boggy Creek 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boggy-creek-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-king-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Boggy Creek
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"One notch up on the aromatic intensity ladder but slightly muddled in its complexity. The aromas are fresh, but lie somewhere between flowers and fruit. Silky, rich and smooth on the palate.",Cellarius Brut,,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Berlucchi 2002 Cellarius Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berlucchi-2002-cellarius-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Berlucchi
,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. A modern style of wine, blackly fruity and polished with spice and herbs, while surprisingly advanced with rich tobacco and chocolate flavors.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Destieu 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-destieu-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Grand Destieu
,Dessert,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. This is packed with dry botrytis, plenty of spice and new wood. It's somewhat simple and obvious at this stage, as it needs more layers of flavors. In time, however, it should develop.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Bastor Lamontagne 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bastor-lamontagne-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Bastor Lamontagne
13,Red,Australia,"Shows peanutty, brambly aromas, and a smooth texture on the palate. Sour cherry flavors dominate at first, but open to encompass plummy, wheaty notes, too.",,15,87,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Mermaid Ridge 2002 Shiraz (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mermaid-ridge-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-great-southern/,Shiraz,2002,Mermaid Ridge
,Red,US,"Earthy, dry and tannic, with roasted earth, dark fruits and a more herbal, less ripe profile overall. Good, workmanlike, Bordeaux-style Cabernet.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Maryhill 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maryhill-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Maryhill
12.5,White,Italy,"Zippy and fresh, with floral aromas and beautifully underscored mineral notes that reinforce its overall snap and pop. More stone fruit and floral flavors in the mouth are accompanied by mouth-cleansing acidity. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Mátraalja,8,87,,Trento,,Quadri 2005 Mátraalja Pinot Grigio (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quadri-2005-matraalja-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trento/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Quadri
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Less lush and welcoming than the other LBVs reviewed for this issue, C. da Silva's Presidential brand instead shows more acidity and tannin. The result is a crisp, pepper- and plum-flavored Port with a slight rancio quality. Imported by Jack Poust & Co., Inc.",LBV,20,87,Port,,,Presidential 2000 LBV  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/presidential-2000-lbv-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Presidential
12,Sparkling,Italy,"A lively Prosecco that yields sweet melon, lollipop, lemon-lime and clean mineral notes. Silky in the mouth and snappy on the finish: This a solid, satisfying, informal bubbly. Imported by Laird & Company.",Spumante Extra Dry,15,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Moletto NV Spumante Extra Dry Prosecco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-nv-spumante-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-veneto/,Prosecco,,Moletto
15,Red,Australia,"Crisp aromas of black pepper, root beer and eucalyptus are unusual and appealing. On the palate, well-judged oak envelops plum and blackberry fruit. Very good, if a little short on the finish.",McLaren Parish Vineyard,23,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Nugan Family Estates 2004 McLaren Parish Vineyard Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2004-mclaren-parish-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Nugan Family Estates
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Light and lean, with lively fruit aromas and flavors. Freshness is what this wine pushes, because there's not much weight or overt sweetness to it. Light apple, a touch of pear, and some lemon-lime is the most that you're going to get. Still, it works as a palate freshener. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez Selections.",Leopardi Brut Nature,18,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Llopart 2000 Leopardi Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llopart-2000-leopardi-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Llopart
12.5,White,Italy,"If you were to send a bottle out in a space capsule to represent the Pinot Grigio category, this might well be your choice. There's a lot going on in the nose: green apple skin and almonds or almond blossoms. It's light, refreshing and easy to drink. Imported by Vin Divino.",Rosadis,10,87,,Friuli Grave,,Forchir 2004 Rosadis Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forchir-2004-rosadis-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Forchir
12.5,White,Italy,I was delighted to find more evolved pastry shop smells like baked apple and cinnamon instead of the simple floral and exotic fruit aromas usually associated with Alto Adige. A great effect in the mouth: The wine is crisp and coats evenly. Imported by Total Wine & More.,,13,87,,Alto Adige,,Kupelwieser 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kupelwieser-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Kupelwieser
12,Sparkling,US,"All of Korbel's new sparklers are good values—when are they not? But this rosé is particularly elegant and delicious. It's not just the strawberries, lemon zest, vanilla and yeasty dough flavors, which are tasty enough, it's the mouthfeel, which shows real Champagne finesse and silkiness. This blend of Russian River Pinot Noir and Sangiovese, Chenin Blanc and Gamay from the Sacramento Delta is addictively drinkable.",Brut Rose,11,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Rose Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-california-54933/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel
,Red,Australia,"Jam, bramble and clay aromas usher in fresh grape, blackberry and black pepper flavors. Medium bodied, closing with spicy purple fruit. Still very young when evaluated; by the time it hits stores this summer, this should be ready to drink.",,10,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2005 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Hope Estate
12.5,Red,France,"A perennial Best Buy, this juicy, fruit-filled rosé offers the ultimate in outdoor consumption, with simple, direct watermelon flavors bold enough to stand up to bbq smoke, pool chlorine and cut grass. The mouthwatering finish is a bonus.",,8,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2005 Cinsault (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2005-other-red-cinsault-vin-pays-doc/,Cinsault,2005,Les Jamelles
,Sparkling,Italy,"A delicately perfumed rosé that yields soft and feminine notes of forest berry and cranberry. Those fruit and rose-like aromas are carefully wrapped within yeast and baked bread flavors. Closes on a refreshing, crisp note. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Rosé,11,87,,Trento,,Rotari NV Rosé Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-rose-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,,Rotari
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Intensely floral, with toasted almond, green apple and peach notes backed by talc powder and mineral. Smooth and refreshing on the palate, with good persistence. Imported by Domaine Select Wine Estates.",Incontri Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Rivalta NV Incontri Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivalta-nv-incontri-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Rivalta
14,Red,Portugal,"A bit understated on the nose, but what's there is nice, offering modest cherry fruit alongside dried spices and cocoa. A bit creamy in the mouth, with smooth, supple tannins, and cherry and blackberry flavors that pick up pretty spice notes on the finish. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",,12,87,Douro,,,Quinta dos Aciprestes 2003 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aciprestes-2003-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta dos Aciprestes
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Has subdued aromas of garden greens, herbs, white fruit, pear and wild flowers. This is a clean and crystalline sparkler with a refreshing, lime-driven finish. Imported by La Gioiosa USA.",Brut,12,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Villa Sandi
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple to start with, with some sweet doughiness to ease things along. Rather crisp and dry, which is all very classic. Flavors of white grapefruit and lemon are laser-like, while the finish is tight, almost sharp. Good quality; a little short. Made with Chardonnay and Parellada. Imported by North American Beverage Group.",Eric Brut Nature,22,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Vallformosa NV Eric Brut Nature White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-nv-eric-brut-nature-white-cava/,White Blend,,Vallformosa
14,Red,Argentina,"Dark as night, with a rich, round, deep nose. Overt on the palate, with cherry, blackberry and plum. Juicy enough, with chewy tannins and firm acidity. Beefy enough to match with any meat and dark enough to substitute for paint. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Broquel,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Broquel Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-broquel-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Trapiche
,Sparkling,France,"A wine that is packed with delicious, fresh strawberry and red currant flavors. There is some structure, dryness and some tannins, but it's really all about easy fruit flavors. Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",Carte Corail Rosé,19,87,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard NV Carte Corail Rosé Cabernet Franc (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-nv-carte-corail-rose-cabernet-franc-cremant/,Cabernet Franc,,Domaine des Baumard
,Rose,France,"Cherries and peaches mingle with stonier notes on the nose, then sterner apple, citrus and mineral flavors take hold of the medium-bodied palate. Finishes clean and crisp. A prototypical south-of-France rosé, fairly priced and versatile at the table or as an apéritif.",,11,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine de la Petite Cassagne 2005 Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-petite-cassagne-2005-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de la Petite Cassagne
12.5,White,Italy,"Frescobaldi's Pinot Grigio proves to be a well-constructed and composed wine with green fruit like kiwi and honeydew  backed by a pine resin, cut-grass quality. Silky smooth in the mouth. Imported by Folio Fine Wine Partners.",,10,87,,Delle Venezie,,Danzante 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danzante-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Danzante
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Yellow in color and heavy on the nose. Toast is the lead aroma, and with that there's some caramel and peanut butter. Dry and lean in the mouth, with lemon and grapefruit notes. Still, it has class and style to it; not a dullard. Fairly unique. Imported by CIV/USA.",Brut Nature,15,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Cristalino 2001 Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristalino-2001-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Cristalino
12.5,White,Italy,This 18-hectare vineyard at the heart of the appellation includes an ancient villa turned fermentation cellar. The Pinot Grigio makes a very good show with loads of freshly cut pear and baked banana chips. Smooth and creamy in the mouth. Imported by Wine Emporium.,,12,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Colutta 2004 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colutta-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Colutta
12.5,White,Italy,"A bit funky at the start, but give it time to open and ripe cantaloupe and rich pear emerges. Expressive and velvety in the mouth, and a good match to chicken with garlic. Imported by Distillerie Stock USA, Ltd.",Villa Canlungo,17,87,,Collio,,Collavini 2004 Villa Canlungo Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collavini-2004-villa-canlungo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Collavini
14.5,Red,Australia,"Very enjoyable flavors—plum, black cherry and a fresh herb note that adds some crispness. Feel is flat and even, rather than multidimensional. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,23,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Devil's Lair 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/devils-lair-2002-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Devil's Lair
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Creamy and yeasty, with mild apple and bread-based aromas. Nice in the mouth, with citrus leading the way. Shows ample kick and acidity, with length and balance on the finish. Perfectly good overall, if not overly exciting. Imported by Bon Vivant Imports.",Brut Nature,20,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Castellroig NV Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellroig-nv-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Castellroig
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A nicely layered sparkling wine with fresh fruit and menthol or herb-like notes. Orange zest or tangerine crispness appears on the palate, punctuated by a sour note on the close. Imported by Bon Vivant Imports.",Brut,35,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Quadra 2003 Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quadra-2003-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Quadra
13.5,Rose,Australia,"This rosé smells like flowers, particularly roses. It's soft and feels low in acid in the mouth, its berry fruit accented with a twist of orange. Refreshing and easy, it finishes dry and minerally. Imported by Precept Brands.",Rosé,17,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shingleback 2005 Rosé Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingleback-2005-rose-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2005,Shingleback
,Red,US,"Slightly murky, with vague aromas hinting at green beans and slightly stewed vegetables. It is certainly not a boring wine — it's got unusual nuances of spicy clove, tart cranberry, sliced orange and mixed citrus. There is a bit more volatility than some tasters will enjoy, but also lots of chocolatey oak, hints of tobacco leaf, and thick, soft tannins.",,33,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sheridan Vineyard 2003 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheridan-vineyard-2003-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Sheridan Vineyard
12,Sparkling,Germany,"Crisp and assertive, with boldly fruity aromas of apple, pear, pineapple and melon. No yeastiness to speak of, just bright fruit and froth in a dry, fresh format. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Deutscher Sekt Brut,,87,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan NV Deutscher Sekt Brut Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-nv-deutscher-sekt-brut-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Very intense and pleasing with a beautiful medley of floral, mineral and soapy notes that add complexity and charm. Light to medium structure in the mouth, with that trademark Prosecco crispness at the end. Imported by Citadel Trading.",Extra Dry,10,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,La Marca NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marca-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,La Marca
,Red,US,"This is Reininger's super Tuscan-style blend: half Sangiovese, one quarter Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 10% Cab Franc. I applaud the innovation, and the care given to its extra aging, but confess puzzlement as to what exactly this wine is intended to be. The extra time in bottle has softened it into a pleasing, mellow condition; it would make a heck of a good spaghetti wine, but the price suggests grander aspirations.",Cima,45,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2001 Cima Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2001-cima-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2001,Reininger
12.5,White,Italy,"Toasted almond notes rise above well-integrated fruit flavors like peach, pineapple and banana. This wine isn't so fleshy, but offers a nice palate-cleansing freshness instead. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Sortesele,14,87,,Delle Venezie,,Santi 2005 Sortesele Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2005-sortesele-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Santi
15,Red,US,"A bit fudge-like, with thick, soft flavors of chocolate and cassis joined by herbal notes of thyme or tea. Turns a bit drying on the finish.",Isosceles,55,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2002 Isosceles Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2002-isosceles-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Justin
12,White,Italy,"Apricot juice, cantaloupe and pineapple are accented by crisp notes of kiwi and lime. Coats the mouth very well, with a silky, long-lasting finish. Imported by Winebow.",,13,87,,Delle Venezie,,Zenato 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Zenato
12.5,White,Italy,Gorgeous example of the successful integration of fruit and mineral tones. Peach and green melon seem accented by lemon zest or lime. Elegant but structured in the mouth. Imported by Winebow.,,15,87,,Delle Venezie,,Tiefenbrunner 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiefenbrunner-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tiefenbrunner
,Red,US,"Half Merlot, half Cab (mostly Franc) this “everyday” wine has lighter fruit but still plenty of the toasty, smoky barrel flavors that the winery's higher-priced reds. In other words, it's a perfect barbeque wine.",MC2,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2003 MC2 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2003-mc2-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Three Rivers
15,Red,Australia,"An enjoyable Shiraz to drink now: Cream, vanilla and sweet fruit on the nose, with a standard earth-plum-oak formula on the palate. Has a little herbal bitterness on the finish, but very good overall.",,32,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,The Gate 2003 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-gate-2003-shiraz-mclaren-vale-51428/,Shiraz,2003,The Gate
,Red,US,"Purple and blue, it tastes of tart cherry and blueberry fruit. The tannins are stiffer than the winery's other reds, thicker and somewhat chalkier, and they seem a bit distanced from the soft, fruity mid-palate. Overall it's another consistent, ripe, fruity, good, solid effort.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2004 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2004-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Tamarack Cellars
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Stone fruit and crisp mineral notes, with melon, peach, pear and distinct green notes, like cut grass or kiwi fruit. Has loads of lime flavors, medium weight, and a burst of refreshing crispness. Imported by Wine Wave.",Cartizze Cuvée Viviana,25,87,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Valdo NV Cartizze Cuvée Viviana  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdo-nv-cartizze-cuvee-viviana-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,,Valdo
,White,US,"Smooth and creamy, this pure-blooded Sauvignon Blanc is as light and clean as a spring breeze. Nicely ripened to flavors of fig and grapefruit, it adds accent notes of lemon rind and fresh herb.",,7,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2004-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Snoqualmie
,Sparkling,France,"The principal difference between Blanquette and Cremant de Limoux is in the proportion of Mauzac which has to be in the blend—more for the Blanquette. Which is why this wine has 90% Mauzac, more spice than fruit, and finishes with flavors of grilled almonds.",Cuvée Princesse Brut,15,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Blanquette de Limoux,,Sieur d'Arques NV Cuvée Princesse Brut Sparkling (Blanquette de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sieur-darques-nv-cuvee-princesse-brut-sparkling-blanquette-limoux/,Sparkling Blend,,Sieur d'Arques
11.5,Dessert,Hungary,"An older style with amber-brown color, this wine has an oxidized nose of brown sugar and aged cheese. It's medium-bodied with decent acidity and flavors of orange marmalade, tea leaves, tobacco and a hint of chocolate. Imported by MHW, Ltd.",Aszú 5 Puttonyos,45,87,Tokaji,,,Hilltop Neszmély 1993 Aszú 5 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hilltop-neszmely-1993-aszu-5-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1993,Hilltop Neszmély
,Dessert,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. Caramel aromas spoil this otherwise beautiful wine. It is big and powerful, with nice spice and intense flavors. Even the wood seems in accord, except for the nose.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Sigalas Rabaud 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sigalas-rabaud-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Sigalas Rabaud
12.5,White,Italy,"Creamy, rich and sun-drenched Tuscan fruit always makes this Grigio stand out in a crowd. The differences between this and cooler-climate wines include generous summertime aromas such as yellow rose, ripe melon, tropical fruit, jasmine and a fuller body. But you forego that extra crispness of northern regions. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",San Angelo,18,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2005 San Angelo Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2005-san-angelo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-toscana/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Castello Banfi
,Sparkling,France,"A deli cious apple and cream-flavored fresh wine with good acidity. Has touches of nuttiness and kiwi fruits, and a fresh, easy finish. Imported by Vineyard Research.",Blanc de Blancs,19,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Vitteaut-Alberti NV Blanc de Blancs  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vitteaut-alberti-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Vitteaut-Alberti
12.5,White,Italy,"There's a pretty sweet side to the aromatics generated by this Grigio that resembles lemonade or lime candy, yet the mouthfeel is dry with full fruit flavors and a crisp close. Imported by La Gioiosa USA.",,14,87,Veneto,Piave,,Villa Sandi 2005 Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Villa Sandi
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Quite good for the money, with mild coconut and caramel aromas on top of berry fruit. The palate is ripe and sweet, with cinnamon, chocolate and coffee notes mingling with berries and currants. Shows the slightest hint of grass at the core but overall it's very good. Imported by Victoire Imports.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viento Sur 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-sur-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Viento Sur
,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. Hugely tannic, and somewhat rustic, this is dark, dense and very tough. Its tannins are totally dominant, giving the wine a hard edge.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos Labory 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-labory-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Cos Labory
,Red,France,"At 341 acres, the largest vineyard in the Médoc, Larose-Trintaudon was once owned by the Forner family of Marqués de Cáceres fame in Rioja. Today, back in French hands, its wines remain smooth and velvety, reminiscent of Spain perhaps, but with a smoky elegance that is more Médoc. Ready to drink soon, this is a good value.",,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Larose-Trintaudon 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larose-trintaudon-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Larose-Trintaudon
,White,US,"As with the reserve, the house style is to make a soft, lightly buttery, very approachable wine. Nice light tropical fruit flavors are a blend of mango, pineapple and banana. There is nothing heavy-handed about the oak, it's nicely layered into the background.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 2004 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2004,Bonair
,Sparkling,France,"A bone dry, very crisp wine that certainly needed the bottle aging to soften the acidity. This is definitely a food-friendly sparkling wine; needs some fresh asparagus or shellfish to balance the powerful layers of acidity.",Extra Brut,,87,France Other,Crémant de Jura,,Andre et Mireille Tissot 1996 Extra Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Jura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-mireille-tissot-1996-extra-brut-sparkling-cremant-jura/,Sparkling Blend,1996,Andre et Mireille Tissot
,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. This wine is delicate, with dusty tannins and easy fruit flavors. It seems pretty closed up, as it hasn't much depth at the moment.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Malescasse 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malescasse-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Malescasse
13,Rose,France,"This pale copper rosé has enough richness to pair with such grilled summer fare as ribs or burgers. Hints of raspberry on the nose give way to stone fruit and citrus, backed by sturdy cocoa bass notes. Finshes with more chocolate and a silky texture.",,,87,Provence,Bandol,,Chateau de Pibarnon 2005 Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pibarnon-2005-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2005,Chateau de Pibarnon
,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. Firmly stalky and green, with very dry tannins. A hard wine that lacks ripeness, although some black fruits show through.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château de Chantegrive 2005 Barrel sample  (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantegrive-2005-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Chantegrive
,Dessert,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. This wine is fresh, layered with some attractive lightweight botrytis and delicate fruit. What it offers in accessibility it lacks in concentration, and will age fairly quickly.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Lamothe
,Red,US,"So easy to drink due to the soft, velvety texture and mouthfilling flavors of cherry compote, blackberry jam and mocha flavors that are finished with the smoky, vanilla accents of smoky oak. This rich Zin even shows blueberry cobbler on the finish.",Private Reserve,36,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2003 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2003-private-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-monterey-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Château Julien
12,White,Italy,"A bouquet dominated by banana with some spicy vanilla notes and more banana in the mouth. Has more persistence than most Grigios, with a lean, spicy finish. Imported by Opici Import Company.",Fiorile,16,87,,Delle Venezie,,Cesari 2005 Fiorile Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2005-fiorile-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Cesari
,Sparkling,France,"Made from Cabernet Franc, this is not as good as the Blanc de Blancs version of Trésor (not available in the United States). But it still has a good onion-skin color, a fresh raspberry character, and a good poise and lightness. Imported by Kobrand.",Trésor Rosé,20,87,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Bouvet-Ladubay NV Trésor Rosé  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-nv-tresor-rose-cabernet-franc-saumur/,Cabernet Franc,,Bouvet-Ladubay
13,White,Italy,"Deep floral aromas are enhanced by traces of minerality and lavender-scented candle. This is a very likeable, clean and polished Grigio with full apricot and peach flavors. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,17,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Bortoluzzi 2005 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoluzzi-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Bortoluzzi
13,White,Italy,"Here's a Pinot Grigio with fruit selected from five different vineyards in Friuli's Gradisca d'Isonzo area. Three of the sites render fruit used as the wine's backbone and the remaining sites render fruit with more delicate aromas of dried hay, vanilla bean and dried lemon rind. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,17,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Bortoluzzi 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoluzzi-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bortoluzzi
13.5,White,Italy,"The first impression is of flint and minerals, but plenty of room is left for peach and white flower aromas. Tingling acidity in the mouth with a satisfying, well-integrated consistency. Imported by The Wine Company.",,15,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Carlo di Pradis 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-pradis-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Carlo di Pradis
11,Sparkling,Italy,"An enjoyable bubbly with good creamy froth, white peach, mineral and hard candy tones that are nicely balanced and spread throughout. It has a thick consistency and a snappy, crisp close. Imported by Zonin USA.",Brut,10,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Zonin NV Brut Prosecco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-veneto/,Prosecco,,Zonin
,Red,US,"A Yakima Valley Médoc, this Bordeaux-style blend is quite dry, just barely hinting at Cabernet's inherent earthiness. It finishes with the sort of drying tannins one expects to find in a well-made cru classé.",Composition Red Wine,19,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Whidbey Island Winery 2002 Composition Red Wine Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-2002-composition-red-wine-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Whidbey Island Winery
14,Red,Argentina,"Dry and bit herbal, with red-fruit aromas and a spot of green. The palate deals good red-berry flavor with accents of black pepper and vanilla. Persistent on the finish, with moderate tannic grab. Streamlined but not what you'd call thin. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Carrascal,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2003 Carrascal Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2003-carrascal-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Weinert
,Sparkling,Italy,"Textbook Prosecco, with clean citrus notes, peach, apricot and white flowers. There's also a smooth, creamier texture to this wine that yields depth and a longer finish.",Extra Dry,13,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Il Sogno di Annibale NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-sogno-annibale-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Il Sogno di Annibale
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Cherry and dusty cinnamon aromas blend with a touch of cough drop on the nose, while the full-bodied palate pits spicy berry and plum against rather soft acidity. Finishes sweet for a burst, then dry and peppery. Alluring rosado. Imported by European Cellars.",Grand Cuvée Rosé,35,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Gramona 2003 Grand Cuvée Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramona-2003-grand-cuvee-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Gramona
13,Red,Portugal,"This Douro red speaks clearly of its origins, blending anise and mineral notes with ripe fruit. Resin and spice notes add interest to the black cherry flavors, backed by just a hint of toasty oak. Structured and firm, this wine could use a bit more lushness and flesh, but nicely conveys its sense of place. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",Tinto,15,87,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2002 Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2002-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2002,Quinta de Ventozelo
13,White,Italy,"A fine and well-made white with a silky mouthfeel and attractive fruit aromas including mango, pineapple and tangerine. It boasts persistent flavors and more fruit notes on the close. Imported by Saranty Imports.",I Classici,16,87,,Collio,,Primosic 2004 I Classici Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primosic-2004-i-classici-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Primosic
,Red,US,"Although it's slightly rustic, with some sharpness, this is almost the perfect Zin for barbecue or something more prepared, like braised beef or pork ribs. It's a comfort-food red, dry and full-bodied, yet clean, with an honesty that comes from the terroir.",Terra d'Oro Home Vineyard,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 2003 Terra d'Oro Home Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2003-terra-doro-home-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Montevina
14,Red,Australia,"Has roasted, ripe flavors of prune or date, plus a hint of volatility on the nose. Has a dusty feel on the palate, with coffee, leather and blackberry flavors taking center stage. Finishes narrow and a little tart. Imported by The Country Vintner.",Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,18,87,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Picardy 2002 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc Red (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picardy-2002-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-red-pemberton/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Picardy
12.5,White,Australia,"Smells like sand, gravel and Meyer lemon zest. The feel is dry, smooth and crisp, with some unctuousness—pretty different from most Aussie Sauvignons, to be sure. The texture is the salient feature here; if you're one who prefers bright SB fruit character, this wine's dust, citrus pith and hay notes might not satisfy.",No 19,25,87,New South Wales,Orange,,Philip Shaw 2005 No 19 Sauvignon Blanc (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-shaw-2005-no-19-sauvignon-blanc-orange/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Philip Shaw
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The aromas are not in your face, and that's what makes them more seductive: delicate melon and stone fruit have floral notes at the edges. Plush and creamy in the mouth, with zippy freshness at the end. Imported by J&L Wine Imports.",Extra Dry,15,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Conte Collalto NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-collalto-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Conte Collalto
12,Dessert,Hungary,"A golden-hued, late harvest style, lacking the botrytis character of an Aszú wine, but still offering plenty of sweetness. Ripe tropical fruits and spicy floral scents pervade the nose, while the medium-full palate has good acidity and flavors of citrus, guava and allspice. Finishes a bit soft, with pineapple flavors. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Mylitta,36,87,Tokaji,,,Dobogó 2003 Mylitta  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobogo-2003-mylitta-other-white-furmint-tokaji/,Furmint,2003,Dobogó
13,Rose,France,"Despite moderately rich aromas and flavors that marry cherries and chocolate, this creamy, medium-bodied rosé finishes fresh and crisp. Could pair with virtually any summertime favorites, from grilled chicken or fish to salads and burgers.",,,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Domaine Sainte-Eugénie 2005 Rosé (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-eugenie-2005-rose-corbieres/,Rosé,2005,Domaine Sainte-Eugénie
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A pale-hay shade of gold with perky fruity tones and loads of lemon-lime crispness. A festive, balanced Prosecco with a line of crispness that cuts straight through its creamy, foamy consistency. Imported by The Wine Company.",Extra Dry,23,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Col Vetoraz Spumanti NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-vetoraz-spumanti-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Col Vetoraz Spumanti
,Sparkling,US,"The aroma's fresh, clean and yeasty on this young nonvintage, brut-style sparkler. In the mouth, it's a little rough in texture, with forward flavors of peaches and limes. Give it a few years to begin softening.",Grand Reserve,45,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Codorníu Napa NV Grand Reserve Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codorniu-napa-nv-grand-reserve-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,,Codorníu Napa
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"With white peach, honeydew, dried sage and green herb notes, this is light and refreshing with attractive luminosity and effervescence. Imported by Vias Imports.",Vigneti del Fol Extra Dry,,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bisol NV Vigneti del Fol Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisol-nv-vigneti-fol-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Bisol
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A fruit-driven bubbly with distinct honeydew, stone fruit, citrus, mineral and floral notes. There's a soda pop quality in the mouth thanks to biting effervescence and forward acidity. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co.",Belcanto Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bellussi NV Belcanto Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-belcanto-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Bellussi
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe, tight and fresh, this is what everyday Merlot should be like. There's some roast meat and leather atop cherry on the nose, and behind that there's black fruit, leather, bacon and pepper flavors. A totally legitimate table wine for a good price.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tango Sur 2004 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tango-sur-2004-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2004,Tango Sur
14.2,Red,US,"Boasting pure scents of black cherries and mocha, this is a nicely ripened Napa Merlot. Creamy in the mouth and generous in body, it'll pair nicely with a porterhouse for two.",Reserve,65,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2002 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2002-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Sterling
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Very aromatic; yields generous white peach, melon and candied lime. A blast of intense freshness in the mouth lingers and makes this a perfect prelude to a dinner with friends. Imported by Fairest Cape Beverage Co., Inc.",Pianer Extra Dry,19,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Le Colture NV Pianer Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-pianer-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Le Colture
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Tangerine, lemon-lime and white peach are the main components of the nose, but there's also a touch of fresh garden greens. Spicy mineral notes appear over  a refreshing dose of crisp acidity. Imported by Fairest Cape Beverage Co., Inc.",Fagher Brut,19,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Le Colture NV Fagher Brut  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-fagher-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Le Colture
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Offers white flower and cracked white pepper, crushed stone, peach, fresh apricot and grapefruit flvaors. This is a polished bubbly with a light mouthfeel and a snappy, spicy close. Imported by Fairest Cape Beverage Co., Inc.",Cruner Dry,19,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Le Colture NV Cruner Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-cruner-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Le Colture
,Sparkling,France,"A great summer rosé, which is packed with red fruits, raspberries and freshness. The fruit is ripe, but not too full-bodied, showing some nutty flavors along with the toast and finishing with fine, clean acidity. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Brut Rosé,21,87,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Langlois-Chateau NV Brut Rosé Cabernet Franc (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-nv-brut-rose-cabernet-franc-cremant/,Cabernet Franc,,Langlois-Chateau
,Red,US,"Along with the Merlot there is about 15% Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc. Good, grapy and dark; this is a broad, sturdy and ripe wine, which sails through the palate on a wide swath of black cherry fruit. It's consistent with the rest of the Tamarack lineup; sweet, ripe fruit and plenty of barrel flavors, muscled together nicely.",,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Tamarack Cellars
,Red,US,"This prototypical Walla Walla mutt red is half Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest a mix of Syrah, Merlot, Cab Franc, Sangiovese and even a bit of Carmenère. Lush, fruity and forward, it's got a little bit of everything going for it flavorwise as well: berries, cherries, cassis, coffee, chocolate, vanilla bean and cinnamon. All good stuff, schmoozed together and thoroughly delicious.",Firehouse Red,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2004 Firehouse Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2004-firehouse-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Tamarack Cellars
14,Red,Australia,"Has flavors of blackberry and grape. At this stage of its young life, this Shiraz is dominated by a veneer of oak, and seems flat, rather than vibrant, because of it. A year or two in bottle may yield a plumper, rounder wine.",,25,87,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2002 Shiraz (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-nagambie-lakes/,Shiraz,2002,Tahbilk
13,Red,Argentina,"Spicy and alluring, with molasses, earth and barbecue on the nose. Bold blackberry, plum and cough syrup work the palate, while the finish is tannic and firm. Not particularly plush, but lively and tasty. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Don David,15,87,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2003 Don David Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2003-don-david-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Michel Torino
13.9,White,Australia,"A straightforward hitter, not superlayered and nuanced, but what is here is enjoyable. Pink grapefruit and peach flavors persist through the finish, where there are some nut and mineral accents. Imported by Boutique International.",,15,87,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Mermaid Ridge 2004 Chardonnay (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mermaid-ridge-2004-chardonnay-great-southern/,Chardonnay,2004,Mermaid Ridge
,Red,US,"This is quite a rich wine, and although it can't quite overcome Petite Sirah's rustic character, it is a great example of the variety. Fully dry and full-bodied, with thick tannins, it's filled with blackberry, black cherry and mocha flavors, with a meaty edge.",Ripken Vineyard,18,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sheldon 2003 Ripken Vineyard Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2003-ripken-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2003,Sheldon
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Very pale straw in color, this sparkler delivers measured aromas of honeydew, pear and crushed stone. It's a direct and genuine wine that delivers the goods at an attractive price. Tasty and clean in the mouth. Imported by Zonin USA.",Brut Blanc de Blanc,15,87,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Zonin NV Brut Blanc de Blanc Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-brut-blanc-blanc-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,,Zonin
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A unique nose: it has cola-like fizz, followed by sea breeze, polished stone and rubber-like aromas. Those dry, mineral-driven flavors make this the kind of Prosecco you could easily drink with a meal. Imported by Wine Wave.",Cuvée di Boj,19,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Valdo NV Cuvée di Boj  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdo-nv-cuvee-boj-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Valdo
13.5,White,Italy,Very pretty and very floral although the 13.5% alcohol does hit the palate in a rather determined manner. The result is marzipan and candied fruit aromas. Would pair well with  sweet and sour pork. Imported by Polaner Selections.,,19,87,,Alto Adige,,Muri-Gries 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muri-gries-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Muri-Gries
12.5,White,Italy,"Floral and fruity notes are direct and linear. This is an easy, well-made Grigio with perky freshness and good length. There's nothing not to like about it. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",,11,87,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,La Vis 2005 Pinot Grigio (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Pinot Grigio,2005,La Vis
,Rose,Australia,"An envelope of chalk contains bright, fresh berry and orange flavors, ending in a dry, smooth, minerally finish. The nose reflects all of these components; just a delightful, easy summer wine. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Y Series Rosé,11,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2005 Y Series Rosé Sangiovese (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2005-series-rose-sangiovese-south/,Sangiovese,2005,Yalumba
,Red,US,"Fragrant, herbal and oaky, with light notes of fresh grass and alfalfa coming up into the nose. The fruit is light and lacks density. The winemaking is careful, yet the new oak still outweighs the light fruit, at least for the moment.",,50,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Pepper Bridge
11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco comes with a bottle cap closure to seal in green aromas such as garden greens, daisy flower, kiwi and lime. The wine itself even boasts a slight green hue. Refreshing and dry, with a spicy note at the end. Imported by Laird & Company.",Frizzante,13,87,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Moletto NV Frizzante Prosecco (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-nv-frizzante-sparkling-marca-trevigiana-56565/,Prosecco,,Moletto
,White,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. The white of Château Mouton-Rothschild, this is a fresh, lemony wine that veers to fat, but has attractive acidity that lifts it.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Aile d'Argent 2005 Barrel sample  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aile-dargent-2005-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Aile d'Argent
,Red,US,"From Coppola's Rubicon Estate winery, a Zin that's nicely dry, and under 15% alcohol. It possesses real elegance and class, with a streak of blackberry, chocolate and leather flavors wrapped in rich, thick, ripe tannins.",,38,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Edizione Pennino 2003 Zinfandel (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edizione-pennino-2003-zinfandel-napa-rutherford/,Zinfandel,2003,Edizione Pennino
,White,US,"Solidly made, in a light, tart, true-to-varietal style. There are pleasant herbal accents and the tangy citrus fruit is lifted with some palate-scraping, clean, leesy acids.",,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2004-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Covey Run
12.5,White,Italy,"You don't see rosé Pinot Grigio every day. Made by a 200-member cooperative in Gorizia, it has a beautiful cranberry-raspberry color and is redolent of the same fruits, plus forest berry and passion fruit. Very refreshing and almost tart in the mouth. Imported by Italian Wine Growers.",Rosänder,14,87,,Friuli Isonzo,,Cormòns 2004 Rosänder Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cormons-2004-rosander-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cormòns
,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. Too spicy, without compensating fruit, this property, owned by the French aircraft-making family, is performing below high expectations.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Dassault 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dassault-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Dassault
12.8,Rose,France,"This blend of Cinsault, Mourvèdre and Grenache shows plenty of stony minerality and even a suggestion of salinity, but also enough peach and lemon fruit to help balance that out. Creamy in the mouth, it finishes on the full side.",,20,87,Provence,Bandol,,Domaine de l'Hermitage 2004 Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lhermitage-2004-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2004,Domaine de l'Hermitage
,Red,US,"Terre Rouge's most expensive Syrah, a best barrel selection, fortunately avoids the raisiny overripeness of the other Syrahs, although it's still a very ripe wine. The flavors are of berries and fruits that have been cooked into a pie. Dry and tannic, it seems best now, although the winemaker feels it's an ager.",Ascent,75,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2003 Ascent Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2003-ascent-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2003,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
12.5,Rose,France,"Slightly richer in texture than Moutète's regular bottling, but not any better overall. Smells a bit like fresh cantaloupe with hints of peach and raspberry, then adds some chalky notes on the fresh, clean finish.",Vieilles Vignes,17,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Moutète 2004 Vieilles Vignes Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moutete-2004-vieilles-vignes-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2004,Château la Moutète
,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. Very juicy, this wine is easy to taste now, with easy fruit flavor and modest tannins.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Conseillante 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-conseillante-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château La Conseillante
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco boasts a very attractive combination of fresh, lively and concentrated floral notes opposite complex toasted notes. Medium bodied, which is big for Prosecco, with good acidity and a spicy finish. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co.",Dry,16,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bellussi NV Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Bellussi
,Red,US,"The second label for this new winery is made from grapes and barrels left out of the other blends. The result is a “mutt” wine that's red, ripe and slightly volatile. Though it lacks the focus and precision of the other blends, it's full of ripe, polished fruit flavors and makes a good barbecue or by-the-glass red wine. It's soft, smooth, with some citrus and tart berry flavors.",Abracadabra Red,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2003 Abracadabra Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2003-abracadabra-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Brian Carter
13,White,Italy,"A landmark Italian Grigio that has set the bar for dozens of other imports, and for good reason: This wine is packed tight with pear, peach, almond skin and a touch of lemon zest. Compact and consistent in the mouth, and a great match for bouillabaisse. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,18,87,,Trentino,,Bottega Vinaia 2004 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-vinaia-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bottega Vinaia
12.5,White,Italy,"An very pretty aromatic package with melon, pineapple, apple and pear. Good, and not hugely complex, but definitely casual and approachable. Imported by Halby Marketing.",,10,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Borgo dei Vassalli 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-vassalli-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Borgo dei Vassalli
12.5,White,Italy,"Most Italian Pinot Grigio is made in the northern part of the peninsula, and consequently a Tuscan version comes as a pleasant surprise. This is a very fresh wine redolent of apple, pear, exotic star fruit and white grapes. The nose is clean as a whistle, and the mouth is spicy and crisp. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",San Angelo,18,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2004 San Angelo Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2004-san-angelo-pinot-grigio-toscana-53860/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Castello Banfi
,Sparkling,Italy,"White peach, exotic fruit, yellow rose and fragrant flowers yield a generally sweet sensation on the nose and palate. Refreshing, with a finish strongly driven by dusty-mineral sensations.",Cartizze,,87,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Carmina NV Cartizze  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmina-nv-cartizze-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,,Carmina
13.5,White,Italy,"Very toasty, with spicy wood supported by banana, nutmeg and cinnamon. Try it with rich seafood dishes such as lobster bisque. Imported by Slocum & Sons, Inc.",Zuc di Volpe,23,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Volpe Pasini 2003 Zuc di Volpe Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2003-zuc-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Volpe Pasini
,Red,US,"Good fruit and a great vineyard count for a lot, but these do not have the same concentration as Cabs from Champoux's old vines. The flavors here have the sweetness and lightness of younger vines, grapy and pleasant, but somewhat insubstantial. It's good, but not discernibly better than the regular Cab at less than half the price.",Champoux Vineyard,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2003 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2003-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"Though not as ripe or potent as the leading Boushey Vineyard Syrahs, this delicate wine is nicely balanced and reasonably complex, showing light pepper along with tart cherry- and berry-flavored fruit. There's plenty of acid, but the fruit is ripe enough to avoid the sour-candy label.",Boushey Vineyard,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Red Sky 2003 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2003-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,Red Sky
,Sparkling,Italy,"Festive and less formal, this is a luminous sparkler with ripe melon, peach and toasted nutty notes that hits all the right marks. Nicely tart on the close with clean flavors and tight structure. The price tag is on target, too. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Arte Italiana,11,88,,Trento,,Rotari NV Arte Italiana Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-arte-italiana-sparkling-trento-56227/,Sparkling Blend,,Rotari
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With its charming aromas of spice drop, ripe cherries and schistous minerality, this Taylor looks set to zoom. And it is tasty, but also a bit soft and lacking structure—something unexpected from a Port under the Taylor label. Turns chocolaty on the finish. Drink now. Imported by Kobrand.",LBV,25,88,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2000 LBV  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2000-lbv-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Taylor Fladgate
,Red,US,"Aged in American oak, with mostly similar vineyard sources. The American oak, with more spice to the fruit, and less smoothness overall than the C'est Belle Bottling. Cherry and berry flavors abound; it's sturdy, solid and well-made. Just 170 cases produced.",C'est Beaux,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2003 C'est Beaux Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2003-cest-beaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Walter Dacon
14,White,Argentina,"Broquel is Trapiche's higher-end label, and generally speaking this Chardonnay is one of the best Argentineans going. Yes, there's a heavy dose of wood, but with time it meshes nicely into the apple, melon and citrus fruit that's prominently on display. Pure on the finish, with forward acidity. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Broquel,14,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2005 Broquel Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2005-broquel-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Trapiche
,Sparkling,France,"Made entirely from Pinot Noir from the heartland of Burgundy, this wine has an attractive light-pink color. The taste is very delicate—red currants and crisp raspberries, with just a touch of softness—but leaves a fresh, uplifting taste. Imported by Boisset America.",Perle d'Aurore Rosé Brut,15,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Perle d'Aurore Rosé Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-perle-daurore-rose-brut-cremant-de-bourgogne-56749/,Pinot Noir,,Louis Bouillot
,Red,US,"This is a good effort, built upon Pepper Bridge and Seven Hills fruit. It stands in the middle ranks of Walla Walla Merlots, quite similar to many other wines from the valley. New oak dominates the nose, with scents of smoke and char. The fruit is sweet cherry, with a hint of tobacco.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Patit Creek Cellars 2003 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patit-creek-cellars-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2003,Patit Creek Cellars
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Nice and fresh, with defined, attractive apple and pear aromas. Dry and fruity in the mouth, with a tad of sweetness to the firm papaya, lime and apple flavors. Ripe and round enough, with balance. The total packagein cava. Imported by Classical Wines.",Reserva Brut,12,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal 2003 Reserva Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-2003-reserva-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Mont Marçal
11,Sparkling,Italy,"A Prosecco with personality and unique strong points: There's a toasty, bread-like element to the nose with generous peach, apricot, almond and crushed stone. Has a thicker, creamier consistency with lingering freshness on the medium finish. Imported by Panebianco.",Brut,15,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Drusian NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drusian-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Drusian
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a unique sparkler that probably won't appeal to everyone. Delicate notes of pink grapefruit, rose petal, honey and cranberry greet the nose. Yet   these fragrances are underscored by a yeasty tone that is almost exaggerated. Imported by Dalla Terra.",Rosé,30,88,,Trento,,Ferrari NV Rosé Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-nv-rose-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,,Ferrari
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. With its rather earthy, rustic aromas, this wine is old-fashioned, showing hard tannins and not much else at this stage. In time, if the fruit appears, this may be a nice wine.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cantemerle 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantemerle-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Cantemerle
,Dessert,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Despite the light color, this wine has huge waves of sweetness on the nose, followed by a sweet palate. It has power, but the acidity is missing. It's honey without the lemon.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Broustet 2005 Barrel sample  (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-broustet-2005-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Broustet
,Sparkling,France,"Chenin Blanc makes delicious sparkling wine when the producer tames its high acidity. This wine has a fine, fresh, Gala apple flavor, crisp but not overpowering acidity, and a layer of almonds. Imported by Chicago Wine Merchant.",Brut Tête de Cuvée,15,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2004 Brut Tête de Cuvée  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2004-brut-tete-cuvee-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Château Moncontour
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. An immense, dry wine that has extracted fruit, purple flavors and ripeness, but, overall, comes across somewhat simple.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Cabanne 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabanne-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château la Cabanne
,Sparkling,France,"With its total dominance by Chenin Blanc, this is a classic Loire wine, fresh and crisp, with great acidity and apple and nut flavors. It is light and easy, with a soft mousse. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Brut,18,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Gaudrelle 2002 Brut  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudrelle-2002-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2002,Château Gaudrelle
13,White,Hungary,"One of the grapes used in the famous dessert wine, this dry-style from the village of Tokaj has a mixture of fresh, vibrant fruit with a supple, round body. Aromas of tropical fruits, mixed with straw and chalk, continue in the mouth, with some dried apricot thrown in, then it's brought home by zesty acidity and citrus pith. This could herald a bright future for Hungarian dry whites. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,32,88,Tokaj,,,Dobogó 2004 Furmint (Tokaj),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dobogo-2004-other-white-furmint-tokaj/,Furmint,2004,Dobogó
,White,US,"Spicy and bright, this could almost be Grenache, with its penetrating acid and the lightness to its fruit. The oak flavors—substantial hits of cracker, vanilla and chocolate—seem rather heavy-handed at this point. On the plus side, the nice spicy fruit carries on admirably into the finish.",,26,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chandler Reach 2003 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandler-reach-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,Chandler Reach
,Red,US,"A blend of Cab Sauvignon and Franc, Merlot and Syrah from the makers of Firesteed wines. This clean, accessible Columbia Valley red wine includes mixed red and blue fruits, soft tannins and a medium to light palate weight. It's smooth and fruit-driven, with consistent follow-through flavors that are well integrated. The finish carries the slightest suggestion of oak.",RTW,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cayalla 2004 RTW Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayalla-2004-rtw-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Cayalla
,Red,US,"This is the gold standard for $8 Merlot from anywhere in the world. Pretty fruit is highlighted by bright raspberry scents. Smooth and creamy in the mouth, with lovely flavors of sweet cherry and milk chocolate.",Two Vines,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2002 Two Vines Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2002-two-vines-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Columbia Crest
,Sparkling,Spain,"Crisp and clean, thus it qualifies as a perfect apéritif wine. Secure in its apple and slate aromas and flavors, with a firm but persistent bead that fosters a fine mouthfeel. Best with nuts, olives, chips and especially seafood.",Reserva Raventós Brut,14,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Codorníu NV Reserva Raventós Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codorniu-nv-reserva-raventos-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Codorníu
,White,US,"A fresh, clean wine with lively acidity. This Chardonnay has lifted tangerine and pineapple flavors, plus a rich coat of oak that adds vanilla and buttered toast flavors. Drink now.",,29,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cobblestone 2004 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2004,Cobblestone
,Sparkling,France,"This wine  has great style and elegance, as well as crisp northern fruit. There's just a touch of toastiness, along with flavors of almonds and white fruits. An apéritif-style wine, but could also work with light foods. Multiple U.S. importers.",Brut Réserve,12,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre NV Brut Réserve  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Bailly-Lapierre
13,White,Italy,"Fresh, crisp mineral tones greet the nose, followed by floral notes and lush exotic fruit. The mineral tones are almost brackish in their intensity, which underlines this wine's excellent food pairing potential. Try with stir-fry. Imported by Kobrand.",,14,88,,Trentino,,Bollini 2005 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Bollini
,Red,US,"Dark, robust, dry, full bodied, tannic and acidic. That pretty much sums up this old-fashioned, young wine. It's a serious cellar candidate, stuffed with blackberry jam, leather and coffee flavors. Best after 2010 and for years beyond.",Artist Collection,31,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 2003 Artist Collection Barbera (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2003-artist-collection-barbera-sonoma-valley/,Barbera,2003,Imagery
,Sparkling,France,"An attractive onion skin-colored wine with flavors of raspberries and a smooth, full mousse. This blend of Cabernet Franc and Grolleau is more than just fruity, with a fine structure and good finishing dryness. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Cuvée Flamme Rosé,27,88,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Gratien et Meyer NV Cuvée Flamme Rosé  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gratien-meyer-nv-cuvee-flamme-rose-cabernet-franc-saumur/,Cabernet Franc,,Gratien et Meyer
14.5,Red,Australia,"With just 4% Viognier, for better or worse it doesn't have that  lifted-aroma quality that Viognier usually lends these kinds of blends. Feel is rough at first but smoothes out; there's a fair dose of wood here. With air, blueberry flavors come to the fore. Still this is not a deep wine. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Balthasar,33,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2003 Balthasar Shiraz-Viognier (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2003-balthasar-shiraz-syrah-viognier-barossa/,Shiraz-Viognier,2003,Grant Burge
,White,US,"There's real consistency to Hendry's array of block-designated Chardonnays. This one shares those qualities of earthy, herbal, even tobaccoey notes along with apple and peach flavors. It shares also the dryness and softness. These are very distinct wines, and they have their place in the menu of California Chardonnay.",Blocks 9 & 21,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2003 Blocks 9 & 21 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2003-blocks-9-21-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Hendry
11.5,White,US,"Puget Sound is the smallest and least-well-known appellation in Washington State, but among the dozen or so wineries that actually grow grapes here, Whidbey is the standout. Their Siegerrebe (a relative of Gewürztraminer) is an off-dry white wine, rich with citrus, spice, honey, pear, apricot and pine tar. The overriding impression is one of fresh-squeezed grapefruit, and the alcohol is just 11.5%.",,12,88,Washington,Washington Other,Puget Sound,Whidbey Island Winery 2004 Siegerrebe (Puget Sound),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-2004-other-white-siegerrebe-other-puget-sound/,Siegerrebe,2004,Whidbey Island Winery
,White,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. A very big wine, packed with fat fruit and ripe, soft flavors. Powerful, allowing little room for freshness.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2005-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Olivier
,Red,US,"Very smooth, very soft, very chocolaty, with a light layer of green herb. The soft, chocolaty mouthfeel carries through a warm, slightly dilute finish.",,40,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boudreaux Cellars 2003 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Boudreaux Cellars
13,White,Italy,"Smooth, silky and suggestively redolent of banana, yellow fruit and white stone. There's a unique roundness or velvetiness to this wine, but also fruity freshness and playful youthfulness. Very food friendly. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,18,88,,Trentino,,Bottega Vinaia 2005 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-vinaia-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Bottega Vinaia
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Rich, open fruit that is almost red rather than black characterizes this wine. It has new wood spice and relative softness, despite intense acidity, that implies a quick development.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château du Tertre 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château du Tertre
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Very ripe, almost sweet fruit gives this wine a delicious, open, generous feel. Red fruits are the dominant character, layered with some spicy new wood that develops at the end.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Beaumont 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaumont-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Beaumont
13.3,Red,Australia,"Very compelling aromas of fresh whipping cream and vanilla bean take on some black pepper notes with air. On the palate, you get textbook Shiraz, with nice graham cracker accents.",Signature,20,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Marquee 2004 Signature Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2004-signature-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Marquee
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's something beautifully unique about this Prosecco that is best described as a dusty, chalky, mineral—almost salty—element. An organic wine that begs for dishes with sweet cream or cheese. Imported by Chartrand Imports.",Canah Brut,14,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Perlage NV Canah Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-nv-canah-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Perlage
12.5,Rose,France,"Just from its bold, rosy color, you can tell this isn't a namby-pamby rosé, and the wine's assertive flavors confirm that impression. Pomegranate and ripe berry flavors pick up hints of smoke and cocoa. Probably better with meats than fish, and bold enough to stand up to the outdoors.",,,88,Provence,Les Baux de Provence,,Mas de Gourgonnier 2005 Rosé (Les Baux de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-gourgonnier-2005-rose-baux/,Rosé,2005,Mas de Gourgonnier
,Sparkling,France,"Named after the founder of the Monmousseau fortunes, Justin-Marcel Monmousseau, this may be labeled as nonvintage, but in effect it's from the 2002 vintage. That gives it some good age, shown in the toasty character. But there is also good freshness, ripe apples and cream flavors and crisp acidity. Imported by Langdon Shiverick.",Cuvée JM,10,88,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Monmousseau NV Cuvée JM Chenin Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monmousseau-nv-cuvee-jm-chenin-blanc-touraine/,Chenin Blanc,,Monmousseau
13.8,White,Argentina,"The color is a rich gold hue, while the nose offers a collection of apple, cinnamon, mineral and toast. This is a full-bodied and well-made wine, with baked-fruit flavors offset by spice and white pepper. Then it finishes creamy and sweet, highlighting toffee, caramel and vanilla. With proper weight and acids, it's balanced. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Reserve,23,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2003-reserve-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2003,Andeluna
12,Sparkling,Germany,"An elegant Chardonnay-based sekt, with mineral notes accented by a fine bead and appe, citrus and spice components in pleasant balance. Creamy and smooth in the mouth, with a lingering finish.",Turm-Exquisit Brut Sekt,25,88,Pfalz,,,Am Turm NV Turm-Exquisit Brut Sekt Chardonnay (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/am-turm-nv-exquisit-brut-sekt-chardonnay-pfalz/,Chardonnay,,Am Turm
,Red,US,"Here's a fine Merlot that needs a little while to calm down. Already it's an intense wine, complex in fruit, oak, coffee and dried herb flavors, and as gentle and soft as it is, the tannins keep things firm and edgy. Best through 2007.",,32,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Keenan
,Red,US,"Very pretty fruit, mostly from the young estate vineyard, sports flavors of fresh-squeezed grapes, plums and spicy cranberries. The oak is nicely applied, lending flavors of light cocoa and espresso bean to the well-balanced finish.",,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley-Walla Walla Valley,Va Piano 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley-Walla Walla Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla/,Syrah,2003,Va Piano
,Red,US,"Dark and scented with cocoa, coffee, cherry and a dash of vanilla, this is a tannic, chewy Merlot. Hints of herb and a big splash of green tea-flavored tannins wrap it up; it's not what you would call a gentle wine. It should really be served with some red meat to cut through the tannins.",,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"Three quarters Merlot, the rest filled out with 15% Cab Franc and 9% Cab Sauvignon. Sweet, plump black cherry fruit is highlighted with scents of violets; the chocolaty tannins make for a forward, plush, appealing wine. It's light enough to drink now, but another year or two will add polish and help to pull it all together.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Seven Hills
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. There are very ripe fruit aromas in this wine, with big, soft jelly-like fruit flavors and soft, sweet tannins. This doesn't seem to have the structure to age well, but will be perfectly enjoyable in the short run.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Smith Haut Lafitte
14.5,Red,US,"Domaine Alfred's been on a roll with Pinot Noir and Syrah. Now, they've blended the varieties into a wine of considerable interest. It's dry and robust, with complex cherry, leather and spice flavors leading to a long, rich finish.",Da Red,18,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2004 Da Red Red (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2004-red-central-coast-edna-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Domaine Alfred
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Redolent of cran-raspberry, peach, pink grapefruit and yeast, or fresh baked bread and butter. The acidity is fresh and crisp with medium to long persistency on the finish. Try is with finger food appetizers.",Rosé,46,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2001 Rosé  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2001-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Contadi Castaldi
,White,US,"Whoa! 400,000 cases of this wine are being released, an enormous production for a Washington wine. Better yet, it's good. Smooth, plump and quite fruity, just soft enough (from partial malolactic fermentation), not too buttery, but just a hint of butterscotch. In short, it tastes like real wine, not microwave popcorn, and has some lasting power.",Two Vines,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Two Vines Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-two-vines-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Columbia Crest
,Sparkling,France,"With its slightly lower pressure, this is a fresh, poised wine, which balances appley fruit, crispness and delicious green flavors. It is dry, but its softness and freshness leaves a very easy aftertaste.",Petillant,,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,François Chidaine 2002 Petillant  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-chidaine-2002-petillant-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2002,François Chidaine
12,Sparkling,Italy,"A metodo classico, or bottle-fermented sparkler, with yellow fruit, rose petal and toasted-nutty notes. The wine's color is brilliantly golden and its flavors are very much on the toasty side, even 10 years later. Imported by Zonin USA.",Millesimato Brut,25,88,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Tenuta Il Bosco 1997 Millesimato Brut Sparkling (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-il-bosco-1997-millesimato-brut-sparkling-oltrepo-pavese/,Sparkling Blend,1997,Tenuta Il Bosco
14,Red,Australia,"Ripe plum and black soil aromas; offers soft tannins and lifted, bouncy flavors of blue-, black- and raspberries. An enjoyable, drink-now younger sibling to St. Hallett's Old Block Shiraz.",Faith,20,88,South Australia,Barossa,,St Hallett 2004 Faith Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2004-faith-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2004,St Hallett
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Doesn't show the richness or complexity of its younger counterparts, but this effort from Ventozelo is still pretty good. Modest floral and chocolate notes and youthful grapy flavors hint at further aging potential, but the tannins are already soft. Better to err on the young side and drink it over the next several years. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",Vintage,50,88,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2001 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2001-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2001,Quinta de Ventozelo
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smooth and ripe, with a sweet, doughy character to the nose. Ripe, lush and healthy, with cassis and chocolate oozing off the palate. For the money this is rock-solid Malbec, saturated and chewy, with ample tannins. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Oak Cask,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2003 Oak Cask Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2003-oak-cask-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Trapiche
,Red,US,"Scents of cherry, crackers and milk chocolate lead pleasantly into a light, bright strawberry and cherry candy-flavored Sangiovese. Just a touch of spice adds life to the tannins, but it's the balance overall that makes this a standout.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Whidbey Island Winery 2004 Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-2004-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,2004,Whidbey Island Winery
16.5,Red,Australia,"This wine's back label talks a big game: “If you can find a bigger wine, buy it!” At 16.5% alcohol, it's a big wine that wears its size well (but you don't have to go far to find a bigger wine—Warrabilla's Paola's bottling is a percent higher in alcohol). Medium-sized and flavorful, with dense purple fruit and soft tannins, this wine is moderate, not superrich, and best that way.",Reserve,40,88,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Warrabilla 2004 Reserve Durif (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warrabilla-2004-reserve-petite-sirah-durif-rutherglen/,Durif,2004,Warrabilla
,Sparkling,France,With crisp apple and green pear flavors this is an attractive apéritif-style wine that could age for a few months in bottle. There is a touch of caramel toastiness that adds complexity to this invigorating wine. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.,Brut Blanc de Blancs,15,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Willm NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Pinot Blanc (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-pinot-blanc-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Blanc,,Willm
,Red,US,"From Nicholas Cole Cellars, this Merlot (74%), Cab Franc (15%), Cabernet Sauvignon (11%) blend is sourced from Klipsun, Champoux, Seven Hills and DuBrul vineyards. That's great fruit. It's a plummy wine with a raisiny edge that hints at early oxidation, and it's already showing some brick orange at the rim. Soft to the point of being a bit soapy in the mouth, it continues with mature flavors of black cherry, cola, molasses and chocolate. Drink this one now.",Red Wing,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),GraEagle 2003 Red Wing Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graeagle-2003-red-wing-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,GraEagle
14.5,Red,US,"Shows a greater elegance and finesse than Easton's other current Zins, reflected in the smooth, ripe tannins, balancing acids and dry finish. Then there are the flavors, extraordinarily rich in blackberry pie, espresso and peppery spice. This is classic California mountain Zin.",Old Vine,25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Easton 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2003-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2003,Easton
,Red,US,"One of the best Sierra Foothills Cabs I've tasted, this wine is soft and lush in fruit, with rich, intricate tannins framing well-ripened cassis and blackberry pie flavors. The wine is dry and balanced, with just a hint of rusticity.",Estate,30,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Easton
13,Rose,France,"Washington D.C.-based importer Bobby Kacher has a veritable stable of bargain-priced rosés, but this one is among the least expensive. Although only a Vin de Pays, it's located in prime south-of-France rosé country, between Avignon and Nîmes. This blend of Merlot (35 percent), Syrah (25 percent), Grenache (20 percent), Mourvèdre, Carignana and Cabernet Sauvignon offers slightly floral scents alongside hints of crushed stone, while the flavors lean toward rose petals and raspberries with a squirt of lime juice. Silky on the finish, with tangy acids for refreshment.",,9,88,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays des Cévennes,,Domaine de Gournier 2005 Rosé (Vin de Pays des Cévennes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gournier-2005-rose-vin-pays-cevennes/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de Gournier
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Redolent of lighter aromas like melon, white peach and almond skin, this is a polished and linear sparkler that delivers nice acidity and long persistence after an initial carbonization sting.",Cuvée Imperiale Brut,,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Berlucchi NV Cuvée Imperiale Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berlucchi-nv-cuvee-imperiale-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Berlucchi
13.5,White,Argentina,"For some time now this wine has been the measuring stick for Argentine Viognier, and the '05 vintage is one of the best yet. Mineral, melon and peaches coat the bouquet, while the balanced palate is full of sweet melon flavors. This is a warm, ripe, slightly creamy wine that's meant to be drunk as soon as possible, before it loses steam. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2005 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2005-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2005,Don Miguel Gascón
,White,US,"Some residual sugar and fresh flavors of peach and pineapple lift this pleasant bottle out of the realm of the ordinary. It's soft, fruity and has not a hint of grassiness; in other words, it's very Californian.",,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Balboa 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2004-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Balboa
,Sparkling,France,"A classic Champagne blend of Chard and Pinot Noir gives this wine some good depth and ripe flavors. Has flavors of toast, spices and pears as well as some good tannin structure. The finish is dry, with just a hint of softness. Imported by Boisset America.",Grande Cuvée,15,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Charles de Fère NV Grande Cuvée  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-grande-cuvee-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles de Fère
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Here's a big bruiser of a wine, almost northern Médoc, not Margaux, and surprising for d'Angludet. The dark tannins fight the huge fruit and, for now, it's hard to know which will win. One thing's for sure—this is immense.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Angludet 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dangludet-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château d'Angludet
,Red,US,"Boudreaux has set a consistent house style in place, and it is best described as extremely smooth, chocolaty and soft. The Cabernet has more concentrated plum, black currant and cherry flavors than the Merlot, and here the oak lends some distinct Bourbon barrel scents rather than pure milk chocolate. Medium-bodied and easy-drinking, it's made for near-term enjoyment.",,40,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boudreaux Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boudreaux-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Boudreaux Cellars
12.5,Red,US,"Here is a ripe, full-flavored Cabernet that clocks in at a moderate 12.5% alcohol. The blend includes 10% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. Surely a great strength of  cool-climate, Yakima Valley Cabernet is its ability to obtain ripe, naturally tart, mixed fruit flavors, and avoid joining the syrupy, jammy, hedonistic crowd. What's here are pure varietal flavors of blackberry and cassis, just lightly kissed with oak.",,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bonair
,Red,US,"Here is a full-blown 15% bruiser. Chewy, tannic and rugged, from vines almost 40 years old. Thick and chalky, the fruit has plenty of blackberry and black cherry flavor, with a smoky streak and a hint of black tea in the slightly bitter tannins. All that stuffing needs some additional bottle time to loosen it up and soften the rough edges.",Morrison Vineyard,21,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 2002 Morrison Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-2002-morrison-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Bonair
,Sparkling,France,"Son Stéphane is the winemaker at this leading Jura estate, also known for its Sherry-like vin jaune. This rosé is at the other end of the taste spectrum, a light, delicate wine, with fresh red currant and raspberry flavors, some almonds, and a crisp streak of acidity to finish.",Brut Rosé,,88,France Other,Crémant de Jura,,Andre et Mireille Tissot NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Crémant de Jura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-mireille-tissot-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cremant-jura/,Sparkling Blend,,Andre et Mireille Tissot
15.3,Red,Argentina,"Big and ripe, with chewy fruit and a lot of plum and blackberry character. At 15.3% it hides its alcohol amid berry, cassis and black-pepper flavors. Modern in style, with tannin and texture. Very nice and fairly natural despite its heft.",Reserve,23,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2003 Reserve Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2003-reserve-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2003,Andeluna
13,White,Australia,"Has aromas of vanilla bean, apple, resin and light toast. On the palate, peach is the dominant flavor, coupled with an undercurrent of olive oil and a white-peppery edge. A little soft on the palate, but quite charming nonetheless. Imported by Southland Wines.",,16,88,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Blue Pyrenees 2004 Chardonnay (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-pyrenees-2004-chardonnay-pyrenees/,Chardonnay,2004,Blue Pyrenees
,Sparkling,France,"A very pure, almost linear wine with plenty of fresh acidity. There is some structure of young tannins, but the main flavors are the gooseberries, kiwis and very green apples. A fine apéritif wine. Multiple U.S. importers.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,20,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre 2004 Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-2004-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Bailly-Lapierre
,Dessert,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Almonds, some spice and dryness are the dominant impressions of this wine. It is concentrated, very rich with layers of dense botrytis and flavors of oak and sweet fruit. A success for this lesser-know property.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Fargues 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fargues-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château de Fargues
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. An earthy, somewhat rustic wine with ripe, slightly over-extracted fruit. The fruit gives character, but the tannins overpower.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Beau Soleil 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-soleil-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Beau Soleil
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. The style is spicy and modern, dominated by 50% new wood aging. But there is certainly enough fruit to show through once the wood effect eases off.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laroze 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laroze-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Laroze
17.5,Red,Australia,"A focused wine, with smooth tannins and ripe apricot, violet and cassis flavors. There's a fair amount of spice, toast and nut on the nose. Clocks in at a massive 17.5% alcohol, but it's balanced.",Parola's Limited Release,55,88,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Warrabilla 2004 Parola's Limited Release Durif (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warrabilla-2004-parolas-limited-release-petite-sirah-durif-rutherglen/,Durif,2004,Warrabilla
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Open and floral, with acacia and orange blossom on the nose. The palate is full-bore citrus, dealing orange and pink grapefruit. Lots of acidity and still full-bodied, with a solid finish that's zesty and lasting. Nice brut cava; offers more than average. Imported by Classical Wines.",Extremarium Brut,18,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal NV Extremarium Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-nv-extremarium-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Mont Marçal
,Dessert,Hungary,"Fruity aromas of pineapple and apricot join notes of vanilla and dried spice, while in the mouth this wine is plump and round. Flavors of pineapple, citrus and apricot coat the palate, then leave slowly, finishing with honey. Imported by Europvin.",Aszú 5 Puttonyos,60,88,Tokaji,,,Oremus 1999 Aszú 5 Puttonyos  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oremus-1999-aszu-5-puttonyos-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,1999,Oremus
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Very soft and rather fat, this overextracted wine lacks the lively acidity that seems to mark 2005. The fruit is therefore heavy in the mouth, without needed structure.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Rahoul 2005 Barrel sample  (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rahoul-2005-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Rahoul
,Red,US,"Smooth and very pretty with plenty of mouth-pleasing cherry, blueberry and raspberry fruit. The tannins are beautifully managed, showing hints of baking chocolate; the flavor mix, palate weight and overall balance are great for an $8 dollar Cabernet.",Two Vines,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Two Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-two-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Columbia Crest
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Aromas of Golden Delicious apple, exotic fruit and kiwi seem very ripe and sweet—almost too much of a good thing. There's a saccharine quality to the mouthfeel too that is countered by a crisp close. This is a slightly aged Prosecco, so you should expect the bigger, bolder style. Imported by Vias Imports.",Dry,44,88,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Bisol 2004 Dry  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisol-2004-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,2004,Bisol
,White,US,"Well made, with a good mix of green apple and butterscotch, but less weight and density than some of the bigger wines. There's a bit of pineapple fruit also, hints of citrus and judicious use of the oak. The juicy fruit opens into light tropical flavors through the finish.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Tamarack Cellars
,Red,US,"Dark, smoky and chewy, this young, tannic effort could stand in for any good Walla Walla Syrah from a dozen different producers. It is a testament to the quality of Washington Syrah; but also an example of the sameness that plagues many of them. There is a nice core of juicy boysenberry, and beyond that it's all about roasted coffee, bitter chocolate and toast.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Tamarack Cellars
,Red,US,"Substantial and authoritative, with the acid, backbone and structure to support the dense fruit. Happily, it is not smothered in chocolate. The wine unfolds in compact layers of blackberry, black cherry, light chocolate and a hint of tar.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tamarack Cellars
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a Prosecco with a surprisingly rich, toasted quality that translates into roasted almond, walnut and yellow fruit flavors. The toasted notes add unexpected complexity to a dry, crisp apéritif wine. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Brut,21,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Santa Margherita NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-nv-brut-prosecco-di-valdobbiadene-56315/,Prosecco,,Santa Margherita
,Red,US,"Half Cab, one quarter Syrah, the rest split between Merlot and Grenache, this is destined to become a real favorite with steak lovers. It has just the right structure for beef, with layers of ripe red fruits, hints of fresh herb, stiff but not obtrusive tannins, and firm acids. There's a nice spicy pop to the finish from a bit of barrel time.",River's Red,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2003 River's Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2003-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"A very nice effort at this price, it's smooth and supple, with surprising chocolaty notes (surprising because the winemaker insists that no new oak was used). It's developing more quickly than Sheridan's higher-priced wines, but drinking very well right now, showing the forward, delicious, mixed fruit flavors of this extremely warm vintage.",Kamiakin Red,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sheridan Vineyard 2003 Kamiakin Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheridan-vineyard-2003-kamiakin-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,Sheridan Vineyard
12,Sparkling,US,"Made from Pinot Noir, this bubbly is quite dark in color, and those Pinot flavors of cherries, strawberries, cola and tea really star. As full-bodied as it is, the wine is effervescently delicate, and completely dry. Try with sushi.",Rouge de Noirs Brut,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2002 Rouge de Noirs Brut Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2002-rouge-noirs-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Schug
,Sparkling,France,"A fine apple-and-cream wine that bounces with freshness and liveliness. There might not be complexity, but this is definitely a wine that gives great, fruity pleasure. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Brut,17,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Léonce Bocquet 2003 Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonce-bocquet-2003-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,2003,Léonce Bocquet
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Small and fine perlage makes this a visually attractive apéritif choice, as do the soft floral aromas. Creamy and soft in the mouth with grapefruit and mineral flavors and a fizzy, fresh close. Imported by La Gioiosa USA.",Extra Dry,12,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Villa Sandi
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Bright boysenberry aromas offer a touch of sugar beet and perfume, while the palate is all about jammy berry flavors with dark, lush shadings. Firm on the finish, with no holes to speak of. Undeniably ripe, with a good feel and plenty of richness. Imported by The Global Vineyard.",La Madras Vineyard,17,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ricardo Santos 2004 La Madras Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricardo-santos-2004-madras-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Ricardo Santos
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Elegant and linear with crushed stone and lively fruit notes that are toned down compared to other Pros eccos, but are seductive and pleasing nonetheless. There's a very enjoyable crystalline, perky quality to this bubbly. Imported by Mionetto USA.",Extra Dry Linea Mó,15,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Extra Dry Linea Mó  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-extra-dry-linea-mo-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Mionetto
13,White,Italy,"Some fruit comes from the Canali family's original 17-acre Trentino vineyard that was first planted in 1893, while the rest is sourced from other vineyards in the region. The result is a wine rich in honey, vanilla, banana, acacia and almond. Imported by E & J Gallo.",,23,88,,Trentino,,Maso Canali 2005 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maso-canali-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Maso Canali
,White,US,"Spicy and brisk, this is a pleasing mix of crisp pear, melon and apple. The barrel time adds flavors of butter, toast and cinnamon, nicely melded. Particularly fine, stylish Chardonnay for the price.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"Plump and soft, with flavors that closely echo those found in the Quail Hill Vineyard bottling: spice, beet, earth, cola and cherries. Not as big as the Quail Hill, and not as long on the finish, but an attractive, easy-to-drink Pinot for near-term consumption.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lynmar
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Round and fruity, with sweet, attractive aromas. The palate is a bit dark for cava, with plum and bitter chocolate flavors. The feel is soft and foamy, with a dry, roasted note on the finish. Clear as can be; easy to tell that it's Pinot Noir. Imported by CIV/USA.",Brut,12,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Parxet NV Brut Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-brut-pinot-noir-cava-55851/,Pinot Noir,,Parxet
,Red,US,"Borderline funky with somewhat quirky, but interesting scents of tea, cola, licorice, plums, vanilla and spice. It flattens out in the mouth; the interesting suggestions of nuanced flavors don't translate from nose to tongue, but still it is a flavorful, intriguing first effort.",,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Waters 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Waters
,Red,US,"Walter Dacon's three Syrahs are well made, but so very much alike it is hard to understand why they warrant three separate bottlings, at three different prices. The Magnifique takes us back to the French oak treatment, again pure Syrah, from a mix of Red Mountain, Horse Heaven Hills and Yakima Valley vineyards. Just 160 cases produced.",C'est Magnifique,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2003 C'est Magnifique Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2003-cest-magnifique-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Walter Dacon
11,Sparkling,Italy,"A bigger, toastier style that emphasizes banana, yellow rose and well-etched mineral tones. It has a silky mouthfeel with a bit more bulk than your standard Prosecco and a crisp, snappy close. Imported by Citadel Trading.",Prestige Cuvée,13,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,La Marca 2004 Prestige Cuvée  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marca-2004-prestige-cuvee-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2004,La Marca
15.3,Red,US,"The fruit comes from two great Yakima Valley vineyards, Boushey and Elerding, and although the alcohol pins the meter at 15.3% it holds together with pretty cherry fruit, plenty of acid and tannin to provide the backbone. 266 cases produced.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 2003 Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-2003-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,2003,Wineglass Cellars
,Red,US,"Fragrant and ripe, this brightly colored cab franc mixes flavors of pomegranate, red currant, spicy cherry and red apple. Forward and nicely fruity, it leaves out the new oak and finishes clean and crisp.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Whidbey Island Winery 2004 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-2004-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Whidbey Island Winery
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Boasts ample roundness and softness with some exotic fruit notes on the nose. There's a general broadness and expansiveness to this wine that sets it apart from other, younger Proseccos. Imported by Tricana Imports.",Millesimato Dry,20,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Montesel Renzo 2004 Millesimato Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesel-renzo-2004-millesimato-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2004,Montesel Renzo
,Sparkling,France,"Made mainly from Chardonnay, this poised sparkling wine is deliciously crisp, packed with flavors of red apples and aromas of hedgerow flowers.",,20,88,France Other,Crémant de Jura,,Andre et Mireille Tissot NV Sparkling (Crémant de Jura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-mireille-tissot-nv-sparkling-cremant-jura/,Sparkling Blend,,Andre et Mireille Tissot
13,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and ripe, with lots of black cherry and raspberry on both the bouquet and palate. Comes on equally juicy and smooth, with good length on the back end and plenty of acidity to push the flavor. Balanced and on the money. Imported by Stanza.",Reserva Especial,17,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Retiro 2003 Reserva Especial Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-retiro-2003-reserva-especial-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Finca El Retiro
13,Red,Portugal,"This medium-bodied blend of Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional and Touriga Franca boasts plenty of plump, juicy fruit backed by hints of cocoa and spice. The ripe cherry flavors are easy to enjoy, finishing on a fresh, mouthwatering note. Would be a great choice with grilled meats. Imported by Guardian of the Grape Imports.",Tinto,16,88,Douro,,,Gloria 2002 Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-2002-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2002,Gloria
12.5,White,Australia,"This Sauvignon Blanc is amped up on flavor: pear, citrus, flour and even some floral notes peeking through on the nose. Dry and full on the midpalate, with an acidic, almost sharp, finish.",Kraft,19,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Grant Burge 2005 Kraft Sauvignon Blanc (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2005-kraft-sauvignon-blanc-south/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Grant Burge
14.5,Red,US,"Shows an unusually controlled approach to Barbera, with a balanced texture more like a fine Merlot. The blackberry, coffee, leather, grilled meat and slight oak flavors finish rich and complex, and totally dry. Best now and through 2010.",,22,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2003 Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2003-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2003,Easton
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Easygoing and balanced, with cream soda and vanilla aromas setting up orange, tangerine and green apple flavors. Crisp and right on the palate, with flowing acidity. Solid, with a touch of green herbs. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Brut Nature,14,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet 2000 Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-2000-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Freixenet
14.5,White,Australia,"Almond, white pepper and citrus aromas start things off. In the mouth, it's soft and delicate in feel, narrow but not simple or lean, with sweet fruit and a resin overlay. Imported by USA Wine West.",Isolation Ridge Vineyard,21,88,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Frankland Estate 2004 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2004-isolation-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-frankland-river/,Chardonnay,2004,Frankland Estate
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. A big, generous wine, with intense black fruits but a bit too much oak. This could develop, but the balance is already missing.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Maucaillou 2005 Barrel sample  (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maucaillou-2005-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Maucaillou
13,Rose,France,"A blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Mourvèdre and Carignan, this wine from organically grown grapes boasts aromas of crushed stone and fresh limes that set the mouth watering. It's medium-bodied, not as heavy or rich as some Provence rosés, but complex and refreshing.",,13,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Marouïne 2005 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marouine-2005-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2005,Château Marouïne
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. Minty aromas and smooth wood show a New World character. The fruit is so ripe it borders on warm. There are tannins there, but not enough to structure the boundless fruit at this stage.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Balestard la Tonnelle 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-balestard-tonnelle-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Balestard la Tonnelle
13.5,Rose,US,"Shares many of the same qualities as the winery's  Rhône reds. You'll find subtle cherry, raspberry, rose petal, vanilla and cinnamon flavors in this delicately structured, dry blush wine. It has a rich complexity that makes it perfect for bouillabaisse.",Vin Gris d'Amador,13,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2004 Vin Gris d'Amador Rosé (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2004-vin-gris-damador-rose-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2004,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14,Red,Portugal,"This is a bold, exuberantly fruity blend of 40% Touriga Franca, 40% Tinta Roriz and 20% Tinta Barroca. Mulberry and boysenberry flavors pick up hints of baked pie crust. A bit drying on the finish, but it also shows good depth of fruit. A new wine, with no track record for aging, so drink now and over the next few years. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",Vale do Bomfim Reserva,12,88,Douro,,,Dow's 2004 Vale do Bomfim Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2004-vale-bomfim-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2004,Dow's
,Red,France,"87-89 Barrel sample. This is a good value in Saint-Emilion, with the same winemaking team as Le Dôme. It is ripe, dense with high acidity and firm black fruit.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Teyssier 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-teyssier-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Teyssier
,White,US,"There is nothing subdued here, no effort to make a sweet, tropical, California-style Sauvignon Blanc. Grassy and penetrating, this is more like New Zealand than Napa, a snappy effort with green apple, lime, citrus and gooseberry. A great seafood wine.",Two Vines,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2004 Two Vines Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2004-two-vines-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Columbia Crest
,White,US,"Big, bright and round, with a buttery, oaky mix of tropical fruits and plenty of sweet, toasty oak. Very well made in a rich, round, approachable style.",Grand Estates,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Grand Estates Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-grand-estates-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"Smooth, roasted flavors suggest a richer wine than might be expected at the price. The light cherry fruit is wrapped in smoked meat, tar and tannin. A very tasty effort, from the winemaker for Beresan.",,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Balboa 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Balboa
,Red,US,"The tart acidity of Sangiovese, along with its spicy cranberry, red currant and lean red berry flavors are buttressed with the addition of 27% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Syrah. It tastes very young despite its extended bottle age. Definitely a wine for acid lovers, it rounds out in the mouth with light flavors of hazelnut and mocha.",Tuttorosso,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2002 Tuttorosso Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2002-tuttorosso-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,2002,Brian Carter
,White,US,"Bigger, rounder, toastier yet stylistically of a piece with the winery's regular Chardonnay, this appealing bottling is extra soft and extra rich. The flavors are nicely balanced and creamy,  finishing with a sweet pBordeaux blend comes on with well-ripened fruit, pretty cherry flavors accented with barrel notes of kahlùa, espresso and smoke. Concentrated and smooth throughout, it is the star of this new winery's first lineup of wines.",Chateau Puryear Vineyard Reserve,21,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 2003 Chateau Puryear Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-2003-chateau-puryear-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2003,Bonair
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Delicate and elegant with wild flowers and loads of mineral-like layers. Zesty and cool in the mouth, with spicy acidity and good persistence. A real appetite-enhancing apéritif wine.",Brut,,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,Carmina NV Brut  (Prosecco di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmina-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano/,Prosecco,,Carmina
,Sparkling,US,"Looks as golden pale as a classic brut, but the full-bodied, ripe flavors of cherries and cassis-infused cream give it away as Cabernet Sauvignon. It's an unusual bubbly, but delicious, and fruity-rich enough to wash down everything from steak to chocolate cake.",Chauvignon Reserve Blanc de Noirs,39,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sjoeblom Winery 2001 Chauvignon Reserve Blanc de Noirs Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sjoeblom-winery-2001-chauvignon-reserve-blanc-noirs-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Sjoeblom Winery
,Red,US,"Spicy, slightly volatile, with smooth plum and chocolate flavors across the palate. There's some lift from the VA, and then the silky tannins carry it along for a very pleasant ride. It just lacks the extra bit of depth that would ramp it up to the next decile.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saviah 2003 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2003-stillwater-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Saviah
,White,US,"A classic white Meritage blend—two-thirds Sauvignon Blanc, one third Sémillon, aged sur lie in French oak. Fruity, lively and fresh, with lime, citrus, apple and spicy pear. This beautifully crafted wine continues the string of excellent efforts from Three Rivers winemaker Holly Turner; nothing overpowers you, but the flavors take hold and roll along through a lingering, fresh, satisfying finish.",White Wine,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2004 White Wine Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2004-white-wine-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2004,Three Rivers
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Floral and spicy on the nose, leading into ripe blackberry and blueberry flavors. Not the richest mouthfeel or deepest flavors, but a pretty Port that finishes with crisp acidity and firm tannins. Drink 2010–2020. Imported by Signature Imports.",Vintage,70,89,Port,,,Poças 2001 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2001-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2001,Poças
,Red,US,"In the nose are whiffs of rubber ball and burnt match, along with a lightly herbal fruit character reminiscent of the sort of grassiness you find in old-vine Zinfandels. The wine shows good texture, and the herbal fruit flavors, though tart, are free of vegetal or green bean aromas.",,29,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Tapteil Vineyard 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapteil-vineyard-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Tapteil Vineyard
,Red,US,"Here's a rarity—pure Walla Walla Ttempranillo—dark, gamy and exotic. It instantly fascinates you from the first sniff. What a truly beguiling blend of roasted meats, vanilla, licorice, clove and black cherry. The fruit is light and tastes of roses and cherries.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2003 Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2003-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2003,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"Just 370 cases produced. This pure Syrah is soaked in sweet, cedary oak. The cedar and whiskey barrel scents hit first, but the fruit is substantial and goes deep, with rich cherry, plums and spice. The tannins, smooth and soft, lead into a creamy caramel, layered finish. Balanced and big; it's a style that many consumers will love for its rich, plush flavors.",C'est Belle,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2003 C'est Belle Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2003-cest-belle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Walter Dacon
14,Red,Argentina,"Nice color and plenty of fruit on the nose add up to a welcome mat. The palate deals berry fruit galore, especially raspberry, cassis and black cherry. Juicy but still a little plump on the finish, with overall balance equal to that of a dancer. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Broquel,14,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Broquel Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-broquel-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Trapiche
,Sparkling,France,"Attractive salmon pink color, fresh raspberry flavor and lively acidity: it's all there with this deliciously, crisp, summertime rosé. There is just a touch of toastiness to give it some complexity, but freshness and openness are the main characters of this wine. Imported by Vitis Imports.",Brut Rosé,19,89,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Paul Delane NV Brut Rosé  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-delane-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Paul Delane
,Red,US,"This selection of five barrels (each representing one of Fritz's five daughters) is still lively, thanks to crisp acids that artfully point up flavors of cola, earth and black cherries. Smoke and earth on the nose. Drink now–2010.",Five Sisters,,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 1997 Five Sisters Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-1997-five-sisters-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Lynmar
,Red,US,"Drinking well now, with smoke and earth aromas that easily slide into cola, black cherry and plum flavors. Plump in the mouth, but with crisp acids that may take over in another few years. Drink up.",Reserve,,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 1996 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-1996-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Lynmar
13.5,Rose,France,"Tavel is famous for its rosés, and wines like this are the reason. First, there's the beautiful red rose color. Then the complex, inviting bouquet of cherries, peaches and herbs. Stone fruit flavors are bolstered on the finish by refreshingly cool herb and mineral shadings. A complete package.",Roc-Epine,15,89,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Domaine Lafond 2005 Roc-Epine  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2005-roc-epine-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2005,Domaine Lafond
15,Red,Argentina,"A bit of marmalade and violets accent the bold, dark nose. Not at all subtle, with syrupy berry flavors offset by a whack of bitter chocolate. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and plenty of oak on the finish. A ripe, untamed, candied wine that will settle with more bottle age. Imported by Dourthe USA.",Red Wine,17,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Clos de los Siete 2004 Red Wine Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-los-siete-2004-red-wine-mendoza/,Red Blend,2004,Clos de los Siete
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Chardonnay, Pinot Nero and Pinot Bianco grapes from the Vigne di Strevi in Piedmont, this is a linear, genuine sparkler with lemon-lime flavors and toasted bread notes that come through loud and clear. Easy to drink and easy to like. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Brut,24,89,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Banfi NV Brut Sparkling (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-nv-brut-sparkling-piedmont/,Sparkling Blend,,Banfi
,Red,US,"The blend is 60-40 Grenache-Syrah, and the name comes from French slang for something that is luxurious, really chic. Sappy, grapy, nicely lifted and vivacious, this is a beautiful mix of fruits in a spectrum from watermelon to strawberry to red plum to raspberry and pie cherry. There's plenty of acid and just a whiff of pepper from the Syrah.",Byzance,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2002 Byzance Grenache-Shiraz (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2002-byzance-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-shiraz-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache-Shiraz,2002,Brian Carter
,Red,US,"Here's a raspingly tannic, high-acid wine that feels astringently dry at first. Then the cherry flavors kick in, and all sorts of complexing herbs, spices and oak influences. It's an interesting red, but those tannins and acids call for something rich and Italian, like chicken cacciatore.",Artist Collection,24,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Imagery 2003 Artist Collection Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2003-artist-collection-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,2003,Imagery
,Sparkling,France,"With three years of bottle age, this is a sophisticated wine, ripe and soft, with a creamy mousse. The 30% Cab Franc (blended with Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay) gives flavors of raspberry fruits. Gratien et Meyer's Champagne connection (the firm is linked with Alfred Gratien) shows in the depth of flavor and complexity. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Cuvée Flamme Brut,27,89,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Gratien et Meyer NV Cuvée Flamme Brut  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gratien-meyer-nv-cuvee-flamme-brut-white-saumur/,White Blend,,Gratien et Meyer
,Red,Australia,"Deep inky-red in color, this Shiraz's name is an easy clue to how it behaves in the mouth. It's a wine to be reckoned with, full and round. It offers very ripe purple fruit, white pepper and even some Porty notes on both the nose and the palate, and feels bigger than its modest (for Australia) 14.5% alcohol. Finishes warm and spicy.",The Ripper!,15,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Hope Estate 2004 The Ripper! Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2004-ripper-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2004,Hope Estate
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is as good as Prosecco gets. Bisol blends 85 percent Prosecco with Verdiso and Pinot Bianco to produce a luminous and delicately sublime sparkler with distinct lemon-lime and mineral notes weaved within fruity, fresh whole. The wine's overall presentation is clean, genuine and delicious: Persistent perlage makes it creamy and frothy in the mouth with lively accents of acidity at the close. A perfect pair to cocktail and finger foods.",Crede,15,89,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bisol 2005 Crede  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisol-2005-crede-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Bisol
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Almost southern in its ripeness, this has super-mature fruit and very exotic jelly flavors. Whether the tannins are sufficient to offer structure is a question .",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Langoa Barton 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langoa-barton-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Langoa Barton
13,White,Italy,"A gorgeous and opulent nose with honey, vanilla bean, ripe pineapple and yellow roses. The mouth is unusually silky for the variety with baked apple and cinnamon over a medium finish. Imported by Kobrand.",,13,89,,Trentino,,Bollini 2004 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bollini
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made from Chardonnay with 5% Pinot Nero, this festive sparkler delivers Golden Delicious apple, roasted nut, water chestnut, banana and a slight note of green grass. Clearly etched and polished in the mouth, with a slightly hefty body. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.     Note:  Not sure if this is the same Berlucchi as Fratelli Berlucchi or Guido Berlucchi. Must check with importer.",Cuvée Storica Brut,32,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Berlucchi NV Cuvée Storica Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berlucchi-nv-cuvee-storica-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Berlucchi
11,Sparkling,Italy,"A fresh and bright bubbly with grass, almond paste, peach and apricot aromas. Grapefruit and tart citrus glide clear over the palate in a straight and direct manner. Packaged in beautifully printed bottles. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co.",Belcanto Cartizze,24,89,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Bellussi NV Belcanto Cartizze  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-belcanto-cartizze-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,,Bellussi
14,Rose,France,"The price is almost ridiculous for the quality. This is a dark, plummy rosé, perhaps best served with beef because of its bold flavors, full-bodied, textured mouthfeel and slightly tannic finish. Next time you're thinking Beaujolais, try this instead.",,11,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Guiot 2005 Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guiot-2005-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2005,Château Guiot
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Ripe, fruity black currant aromas and a fine, ripe element of new wood and dusty tannins give this wine a polished and elegant appeal. There's great depth of flavor as well as excellent aging potential.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Dupré 2005 Barrel sample  (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-dupre-2005-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Fourcas Dupré
,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Attractive peppermint aromas, almost eucalyptus, give this wine an  Australian character. To taste it is soft, rich, dark and New World .",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Belgrave 2005 Barrel sample  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belgrave-2005-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Belgrave
,White,US,"Richer and more refined than in the past, this refreshingly dry wine is  dynamic in lemon and lime, fig and melon flavors leading to an amazingly long, satisfying finish. It has a tingly acidity that's perfect for goat cheese and grilled veggies.",,21,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Cakebread
,Sparkling,France,"A 100% Chardonnay that is rich, with a creamy feel and flavors of tropical fruits. It is full and food-friendly with a dry aftertaste, and a touch of almonds. Imported by Kobrand.",Saphir,17,89,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Bouvet-Ladubay 2003 Saphir  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-2003-saphir-chardonnay-saumur/,Chardonnay,2003,Bouvet-Ladubay
14.5,Red,Australia,"Out of the gate, it smells like hard-cheese rind, but opens to reveal cream and vanilla notes. On the palate, there's ripe red fruit and lively acidity. Narrow in the mouth with interesting, rustic, Old World nuances of iron ore. Imported by E & J Gallo.",Brand's Laira Vineyards,28,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,McWilliam's of Coonawarra 2001 Brand's Laira Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-coonawarra-2001-brands-laira-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,McWilliam's of Coonawarra
,Sparkling,France,"A ripe, creamy, toasty wine which has some mature oxidation that enhances the wine. Shows that Jura's sparkling wines have the ability to age. But do enjoy it this year—it won't age further.",Brut,24,89,France Other,Crémant de Jura,,Andre et Mireille Tissot 1995 Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Jura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-mireille-tissot-1995-brut-sparkling-cremant-jura/,Sparkling Blend,1995,Andre et Mireille Tissot
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Fairly big and yeasty, with earth and mushroom notes that offer complexity to the apple and pear aromas that dominate. Fruity enough, with hints of nutmeg and white pepper. Richly texured with a ton of body. Roundness is its calling card. Imported by Winebow.",Gran Brut,42,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps 2000 Gran Brut White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-2000-gran-brut-white-cava/,White Blend,2000,Juvé y Camps
12.5,Sparkling,Germany,"Slightly toasty on the nose, but there's plenty of fresh fruit as well, ranging from apple to pineapple and tangerine. Clean, fresh and easy to drink and enjoy.",Extra Trocken Sekt,15,87,Pfalz,,,Fitz-Ritter NV Extra Trocken Sekt Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitz-ritter-nv-extra-trocken-sekt-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,,Fitz-Ritter
13.5,Rose,France,"An interesting wine, one that offers ripe watermelon and strawberry fruit but also intriguing herbal nuances that add complexity. It's on the full-bodied side of things, but creamy textured and not at all heavy, with a refreshing snap to the finish.",,16,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaine de Nizas 2005 Rosé (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2005-rose-coteaux/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de Nizas
,Dessert,France,85-87 Barrel sample. A lightweight wine with pleasant fresh fruits. It has attractive fruit bowl flavors and some fresh apple-and-cream tastes.,Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Romer 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-romer-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Romer
,Sparkling,France,"An attractive, fresh wine, with apple flavors, balancing acidity and a touch of softness to finish. This is just the thing for the summer.",Brut Signature,13,86,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Bouvet-Ladubay NV Brut Signature  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-nv-brut-signature-chenin-blanc-saumur/,Chenin Blanc,,Bouvet-Ladubay
13,Rose,France,"This medium-hued rosé drinks more like a white wine, with stony, mineral scents, light body, melon and citrus flavors and a tart, stony finish. Worth trying this summer as an apéritif or with fish.",,,86,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Commanderie de la Bargemone 2005 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/commanderie-bargemone-2005-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2005,Commanderie de la Bargemone
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Simple, clean and linear with lime, stone fruit, green apple and kiwi flavors. That trademark Prosecco minerality and acidity comes through nicely as well. Drink as an apéritif. Imported by Dalla Terra.",Dei Casel Extra Dry,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Adami NV Dei Casel Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-nv-casel-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Adami
12.5,White,Italy,"This is standard Pinot Grigio redolent of florists' shop, peach and jasmine. It doesn't make a huge impression in the mouth, but does successfully deliver the crispness and easiness you can expect of well-made Grigio. Imported by Vin Divino.",Villa del Borgo,10,86,,Friuli Grave,,Forchir 2004 Villa del Borgo Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forchir-2004-villa-borgo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Forchir
13,Rose,France,"This widely available rosé starts a bit slow, taking some time to show its modest aromas and flavors of melon and berry fruit. But then it charms on the finish, where it seems to grow in intensity, ending crisp and refreshing.",,8,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,La Vieille Ferme 2005 Rosé (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-2005-rose-cotes-ventoux/,Rosé,2005,La Vieille Ferme
13.5,White,Australia,"All you could want in a Chardonnay at this price point: A soft, approachable feel and easy flavors of apple and peach. Finishes with a zip of citrus zest. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",,9,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2005 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2005-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2005,Oxford Landing
12,White,Italy,"Aromas of field flowers, lemon rind, pear and wet slate are understated. There's good persistency and fruit essence on the finish. Imported by Italian Imports.",Superiore,11,85,Veneto,Breganze,,Cantina Beato Bartolomeo 2004 Superiore Pinot Grigio (Breganze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-beato-bartolomeo-2004-superiore-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-breganze/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cantina Beato Bartolomeo
15,Red,US,"High in alcohol and a little hot and baked in fruit, this single vineyard wine typifies that style from a hot vintage in California. The stewed berry and raisiny-pruny flavors finish fully dry. This Zin will nicely complement a rich beef stew.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Guerrero Fernandez 2004 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrero-fernandez-2004-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Guerrero Fernandez
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty cherry aromas start out full and turn more green and grassy with time. Sweet grapefruit and tang carry the palate, and the finish is a rush of acidity. Good but odd.",Chantal Brut Rosé,20,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Vallformosa NV Chantal Brut Rosé White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-nv-chantal-brut-rose-white-cava/,White Blend,,Vallformosa
13,White,Romania,"This wine, made with half of the Feteasca Regala, or “Royal Girl” grape, offers nice grapefruit on the nose with a hint of animal musk. Light flavors of peach and citrus, with that hint of musk, marry the medium body and fresh acidity nicely. Imported by Reh Kendermann GmbH Weinkellerei.",Sauvignon Blanc/Feteasca Regala,7,84,Plaiurile Drancei,,,Val Duná 2004 Sauvignon Blanc/Feteasca Regala White (Plaiurile Drancei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-duna-2004-sauvignon-blanc-feteasca-regala-white-plaiurile-drancei/,White Blend,2004,Val Duná
,Sparkling,France,"Clean and soft with some good citrus flavors, this well-known brand is reliable, fresh and fruity. In a light, apéritif style, it finishes crisp, clean and just off dry.",Brut Blanc de Blancs,11,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Kriter NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriter-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Kriter
13,Rose,France,"A bit heavy for a rosé, with slightly jammy scents of cooked cherries and berries. Picks up some hints of chocolate on the palate and finish. Best just cooler than room temperature, not ice-bucket cold.",,15,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Collioure,,Les Clos de Paulilles 2005 Rosé (Collioure),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-paulilles-2005-rose-collioure/,Rosé,2005,Les Clos de Paulilles
12,White,Italy,"Not much to the nose but a light touch of honeydew. The wine gives a better performance in the mouth, with decent consistency and zesty citrus flavors through the finish.",,8,84,Veneto,Veneto,,La Villa 2005 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-villa-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2005,La Villa
,Red,US,"Here's a wine that brings to mind thoughts of easy backyard steaks. It's dry and rich in cherry, blackberry and blueberry fruit flavors, with thick, brisk tannins and a veneer of sweet oak.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Eastwood 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eastwood-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Eastwood
,Sparkling,France,"A fresh, simple fruity wine with honey and apple flavors. It's light, easy and crisp to finish. Made from 100% Chardonnay.",Tradition Chardonnay Brut,12,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Tradition Chardonnay Brut Chardonnay (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-tradition-chardonnay-brut-vin-mousseux/,Chardonnay,,Charles de Fère
12,White,Italy,"A correct and clean Grigio that lacks snap but delivers clear floral and peach aromas. Fresh and thin in the mouth, this is a casual, weeknight dinner wine.",,9,84,,Delle Venezie,,Castellani 2005 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Castellani
12,White,Romania,"A blend of Pinot Gris, Gewürtztraminer and the indigenous Feteasca, this wine offers perfumey scents of lychee fruit and orange blossom with some animal musk. Flavors of peppermint, lychee and white pepper follow, and a touch of sweetness keeps it all in harmony. Imported by North American Beverage Group.",Blanc de Transylvanie,15,84,Transylvanian Plateau,,,Byzantium 2004 Blanc de Transylvanie White (Transylvanian Plateau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byzantium-2004-blanc-transylvanie-white-transylvanian-plateau/,White Blend,2004,Byzantium
13.7,White,US,"Dry, earthy and a little simple, this Chard has flavors of herbs, pears and oak, and is soft in acidity. For another two dollars, you're better off buying Beaulieu's beautiful Carneros Chardonnay.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,Red,US,"It's hard to understand how they got this massively ripe fruit from grapes with only 13 percent alcohol. Theories abound. It tastes late-picked, almost porty, with currant, coffee and chocolate flavors, and is full-bodied and dry.",,30,84,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Guerrero Fernandez 2004 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrero-fernandez-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Guerrero Fernandez
13,White,Australia,"This fun, easy Chardonnay shows golden apple and white pepper aromas, along with tropical peach and pineapple flavors. Just what you'd expect from a $10 Chardonnay, delivered at $8.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jindalee 2004 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jindalee-2004-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,Jindalee
11.5,Sparkling,Germany,"Pleasantly off-dry, with simple, fruity aromas and flavors reminiscent of apple and citrus. A solid choice for an outdoor gathering this summer.",Trocken Sekt,12,84,Germany,,,Henkell NV Trocken Sekt White (Germany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henkell-nv-trocken-sekt-white/,White Blend,,Henkell
13.4,Red,US,"Light to medium bodied, with a translucent ruby color and only 13.4% alcohol, this is a pleasantly drinkable wine. It's young and firm in acids, with simple cherry flavors and a dry finish.",Goehring Vineyard,16,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2002 Goehring Vineyard Sangiovese (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2002-goehring-vineyard-sangiovese-central-valley-lodi/,Sangiovese,2002,Vino Con Brio
13,Rose,France,"The soft peach and berry flavors in this wine come across as slightly confected, but clean and fresh. It's on the full side, with a mouthfilling texture that could use just a touch more crispness to enliven it.",,,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château du Donjon 2005 Rosé (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-donjon-2005-rose-minervois/,Rosé,2005,Château du Donjon
12,White,Italy,"The nose certainly doesn't grab out at you but it does deliver delicate floral notes, almond paste and ladies' hand-cream-like aromas. Because it appears a bit heavy in the mouth, it calls for tart foods such as endive salad with mustard-balsamic vinegar vinaigrette.",,13,84,,Friuli Grave,,Cà del Sarto 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-sarto-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cà del Sarto
13.5,White,Australia,"Darker gold in color; smells like baking apples, in a good way. Flavors of yellow stone fruit and oak want more snap on the palate.",,11,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Boutíque Wildflower 2003 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutique-wildflower-2003-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2003,Boutíque Wildflower
,Sparkling,France,"A blend of Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc from a Saumur-based producer, this is a soft, fresh, creamy wine with some light, fresh fruit flavors. The mousse is clean, flavored with almonds.",Collection Privé,10,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Marquis de la Tour NV Collection Privé Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-tour-nv-collection-prive-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-vin-mousseux/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,,Marquis de la Tour
14,Red,Australia,"Round in the mouth, but with a sharp point in the middle. Offers cream, red plum and raspberry flavors and aromas, with a metallic note on the finish.",Koonunga Hill,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Koonunga Hill Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-koonunga-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2003,Penfolds
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has talc and sweet fruit aromas. Round and approachable on the palate, with plum fruit and a tangy oak overlay.",,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 2004 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-hanwood-estate-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate
13.5,White,Italy,A clean and simple wine defined by crisp grapefruit and honeysuckle notes. Some of the appeal waned in the mouth because of its lean and neutral appearance.,,16,84,,Alto Adige,,H. Lun Winery 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-lun-winery-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,H. Lun Winery
14.2,Red,US,"After a string of great vintages, this bottling is a disappointment. After four-plus years, it remains quite tannic, with an acidic astringency.",Artist Series,70,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2001 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2001-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Kenwood
14.4,Red,Australia,"Has aromas of wet concrete. It's medium weight, with modest blackberry and blueberry flavors. Even keel on the palate, but has a metallic edge to the finish.",,18,84,South Australia,Barossa,,Loose End 2004 Shiraz-Viognier (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loose-end-2004-shiraz-syrah-viognier-barossa/,Shiraz-Viognier,2004,Loose End
,Sparkling,France,"A taut, redcurrant flavored wine, with some tannic structure and clean, fresh acidity. It's lively, crisp and clean, leaving a light, delicate aftertaste.",Brut de Charvis Rosé,12,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Les Caves de Bailly NV Brut de Charvis Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-bailly-nv-brut-charvis-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Les Caves de Bailly
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Starts off with yellow rose, apple cider, clove and bread dough aromas. The atypical bouquet is a bit heavy and unpolished compared to that of most Proseccos but the wine does deliver the crisp acidity you should expect. Tasted twice.",Extra Dry,15,84,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Terra Serena NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-serena-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Terra Serena
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Blueberry jam and some violet-like aromas get it off the mark, with plum and black cherry flavors playing second fiddle. Mildly tart and zesty in terms of feel, with a light finish. Mainstream all the way.",,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tango Sur 2004 Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tango-sur-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,2004,Tango Sur
,White,US,"Nicely dry, crisp in acidity, and with apple flavors streaked with a stony minerality, this Chard offers clean, everyday pleasure.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Eastwood 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eastwood-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Eastwood
13.5,Red,Romania,"A dark, meaty nose has hints of vanilla and dust, and this wine fills the mouth with a full body and dry but fine tannin. Despite being barrique aged the oak is not obvious, showing more graphite and tobacco leaf. There seems to be very little fruit at this stage, however, and an ashy finish adds an off note. Imported by North American Beverage Group.",,20,84,Dealu Mare,,,Cherry Tree Hill 2003 Merlot (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cherry-tree-hill-2003-merlot-dealu-mare/,Merlot,2003,Cherry Tree Hill
14.5,Red,US,"The hot vintage took its toll on this wine, which has raisiny flavors and a cooked fruit flavor. It's bone dry and tannic, although soft in acidity, but there are rich berry and coffee flavors on the finish.",Sentinel Oak Vineyard Pyramid Block,35,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2003 Sentinel Oak Vineyard Pyramid Block Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2003-sentinel-oak-vineyard-pyramid-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,2003,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14.3,Red,US,"Light to medium in body, and perfectly dry, this Cháteauneuf-style wine is explosively ripe in berry fruit, with a pronounced edge of raisins. The charm of this softly rustic wine is all in the flavor.",Noir,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2001 Noir Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2001-noir-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
11.9,Red,Hungary,"Fresh and fruity, with a young, vibrant quality, this wine offers plenty of mixed berry and purple fruit flavors with just the lightest touch of oak. Perfect for a picnic. Imported by Victoire Imports.",Egri Bikaver,8,84,Eger,,,Dunavar 2003 Egri Bikaver Red (Eger),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunavar-2003-egri-bikaver-red-eger/,Red Blend,2003,Dunavar
,Red,US,"Right out there on the border of superripe, in fact almost sweet, but carefully avoids a sugary finish. Still, it's abundantly rich in blackberry and fruity-tea flavors that are dry in the most technical sense.",Reserve,24,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2003 Reserve Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2003,Frei Brothers
13,White,Italy,"The aromas of Alpine meadows, wild clover and herbs are delicate and elegant but not intense. Regrettably they do not transfer to the mouth, which is best described as neutral.",,18,84,,Alto Adige,,Podere Provinciale Cantina Laimburg 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-provinciale-cantina-laimburg-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Podere Provinciale Cantina Laimburg
13,White,Argentina,"Chunky and on the verge of overripe, with soft peach and melon aromas. Additional peach and melon flavors define the overweight palate, while the finish is heavy but flavorful. Tasty stuff with merits, but its lifespan is going to be short. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,8,84,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2005 Viognier (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2005-viognier-san-juan/,Viognier,2005,Finca Las Moras
13,White,Australia,"Pretty down-the-line as value-priced Chards go: Has buttery, creamy aromas, and peach, apple and oak flavors. No surprises here; good and correct.",,6,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kanga Reserve 2004 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanga-reserve-2004-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,Kanga Reserve
13.5,Rose,France,"This dark salmon rosé is full-bodied and ripe, with scents of caramelized berries that vie with aromas of grapefruit. Flavors of roasted fruit and chocolate are balanced by a sense of minerality and fresh acidity.",Prestige,10,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Cellier des Dauphins 2004 Prestige Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellier-dauphins-2004-prestige-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2004,Cellier des Dauphins
13,Red,Portugal,"This medium-bodied red features decent balance between tannins, alcohol and acids, but the flavors are just a little different. There are some cherry flavors, maybe even black cherry, but also herbal, chlorophyllic notes that start on the nose and persist through the finish. Imported by Carpathian Imports LLC.",,17,84,Ribatejano,,,Terras de Paul 2004 Red (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-paul-2004-red-ribatejano/,Portuguese Red,2004,Terras de Paul
,Red,US,"A little sweet, kind of simple, but it's a good, full-bodied red at a fair price, and those ripe cherry-berry flavors have an extra oomph that pleases.",,8,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Talus 2004 Shiraz (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-valley-lodi/,Shiraz,2004,Talus
12,Sparkling,Germany,"Starts off slowly, with sulfurous notes that blow off in under an hour to reveal a soft, gentle sekt with mineral and ripe apple flavors.",Maximiner Cabinet Trocken Sekt,20,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Studert-Prüm 2002 Maximiner Cabinet Trocken Sekt Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/studert-prum-2002-maximiner-cabinet-trocken-sekt-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2002,Studert-Prüm
12.5,Rose,France,"For those who like their rosés loaded with fruit, this wine will work fine. The aromas are reminscent of bubble gum or cotton candy and the flavors tend toward fruit salad, with a slightly syrupy mouthfeel. It's well made, just a bit one-dimensional.",Cuvée Reservée Tradition,,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château du Rouët 2005 Cuvée Reservée Tradition Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rouet-2005-cuvee-reservee-tradition-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2005,Château du Rouët
,Sparkling,US,"Always serviceably clean and dry, Handley's brut is a good everyday sparkler, forward in fruit and bright in cool-climate acidity, while a little rough in texture.",Brut,32,84,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2000 Brut Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Handley
13,White,Argentina,"Flowery and lively, with apple and mild citrus flavors. More than decent on the tongue, with good balance. More steady and solid than spectacular, with varietal correctness and ample weight.",,7,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2005 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2005-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Trapiche
13.5,Red,Portugal,"Slightly stewed or baked, but there's enough plum and herb complexity to keep it interesting. Soft and low in acid; supple and easy to drink over the next few months. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Dona Ermelinda,7,84,Palmela,,,Ermelinda Freitas 2003 Dona Ermelinda Red (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ermelinda-freitas-2003-dona-red-palmela/,Red Blend,2003,Ermelinda Freitas
,White,US,"From the Oak Knoll area, this is a super-oaky wine, bursting with vanilla and char. The underlying fruit isn't really big enough to sustain it, though. The wine is earthy and soft, leaving the oak to dominate.",,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,M. Cosentino
12.5,Rose,France,"A cheery summer rosé, filled with simple, fruity flavors. Cherries, strawberries and melons finish in a soft mélange of fruit.",Rosé,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Los 3 Bandidos 2004 Rosé Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-3-bandidos-2004-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2004,Los 3 Bandidos
14,Red,Argentina,"The nose offers hints of rubber and smoked meat, but the fruit is difficult to peg. The mouth is ripe enough, with notes of blackberry and chocolate. Mouthcoating, but with soft tannins.",Saurus Patagonia Select,13,84,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2004 Saurus Patagonia Select Merlot (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2004-saurus-patagonia-select-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Familia Schroeder
13,Red,Romania,"Nice fruit aromas of blueberry and plum mingle with tobacco, with graphite adding to the mix in the mouth. Dry and light-bodied, this wine is linear in its fruit, but rewarding.",Rosso di Valachia,15,84,Dealu Mare,,,Byzantium 2002 Rosso di Valachia Red (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byzantium-2002-rosso-valachia-red-dealu-mare/,Red Blend,2002,Byzantium
12.5,White,Germany,"Light and frothy, this isn't quite as vinous as the Chardonnay sekt from Am-Turm. Instead, there's ginger, lime and cilantro aromas and wet-stone and lime flavors that finish clean and dry.",Turm-Exquisit Brut Sekt,23,84,Pfalz,,,Am Turm NV Turm-Exquisit Brut Sekt Weissburgunder (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/am-turm-nv-exquisit-brut-sekt-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-pfalz/,Weissburgunder,,Am Turm
12,White,Italy,"The wine opens with the fruity intensity typical of Pinot Grigio, but remains one dimensional and stops short of delivering intricate aromas. The same can be said of the wine's impact in the mouth.",Riff,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Alois Lageder 2004 Riff Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2004-riff-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Alois Lageder
14.2,Red,US,"Acorn persists with this Italian variety despite the challenges. It's dry and medium-bodied, with a silky texture and some hot acids. The flavors are of cherries and tobacco. Overall, it's a clean country wine.",Alegria Vineyards,26,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2003 Alegria Vineyards Dolcetto (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2003-alegria-italian-red-dolcetto-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Dolcetto,2003,Acorn
13,Rose,France,"This popularly priced line of wines continues to offer decent value. This 50-50 blend of Grenache and Syrah features raspberries, black cherries and a nice note of white chocolate that lends additional weight to the wine. Finishes dry.",le jaja de jau,8,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Château de Jau 2005 le jaja de jau Grenache-Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jau-2005-le-jaja-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Grenache-Syrah,2005,Château de Jau
12,White,Italy,"A standard fruit and citrus-driven Grigio, but wants a little more intensity. Thin and lean in the mouth, with a grapefruit-driven close that could match spicy Chinese takeout.",Biagio,8,84,,Venezie,,Castellani 2005 Biagio Pinot Grigio (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-2005-biagio-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Castellani
12.8,Red,Bulgaria,"Oak plays a large role in this wine, with plenty of vanilla flavor and aroma intermixed with hung meat and pepper spice. This wine has a dark feel, with big tannins, but it still manages to be round in the mouth, with a peppery, tannic finish.",,8,84,Thracian Valley,,,Vini 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-thracian-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Vini
,Sparkling,France,"Made by the Eguisheim cooperative, this brut Crémant is soft and creamy, with a mouthfilling mousse. There are flavors of pears and almonds but also a touch of bitterness which spoils the aftertaste.",,19,84,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Wolfberger NV Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfberger-nv-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Wolfberger
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has aromas of earth, mushroom and berry; on the palate, the berry fruit is very ripe, with a citric, almost spritzy edge. Soft in the mouth otherwise, but wants a little more stuffing midpalate.",Yellow Label,12,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2004 Yellow Label Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2004-yellow-label-merlot-south/,Merlot,2004,Wolf Blass
14,White,Australia,"Has aromas of butter and cured meats. On the palate, it is fruit sweet, but modulated by a light oaky overlay. Finishes with pineapple flavors.",,11,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Four Emus 2005 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-emus-2005-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2005,Four Emus
,Sparkling,France,"A wild blend of six grape varieties grown in the Loire, the Cognac region and south-west France. It hasn't helped to give character to what is a simple, easy wine, with some pleasant pear flavors and a soft aftertaste.",Brut,12,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Grandin NV Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandin-nv-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux-56834/,Sparkling Blend,,Grandin
14,White,Australia,"This wine has a good helping of pleasing sour apple fruit, but along with that, a fair amount of oak. It's toasty around the edges, with a dry, woody finish.",,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Nugan Family Estates 2004 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2004-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,Nugan Family Estates
13,White,Argentina,"A bit of pumpkin and squash on the early nose, with apple coming later. Comes across with orange and honey on the palate, and there's soft melon on the finish. Sort of sweet but it works.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Trapiche
20.5,Dessert,US,"Made with Portuguese varieties, this dessert wine is sweet and simple. It has cherry compote, chocolate and sweetened coffee flavors, with a thick texture balanced with good, crisp acidity.",Vintage,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2003 Vintage Port (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-central-coast-paso-robles/,Port,2003,Robert Hall
12.5,White,Italy,"The nose has vanilla bean and caramel but also something that reminded me of rubber tire or asphalt. It shows good structure in the mouth, where is it thick and refreshing.",,26,84,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Paolo Rodaro 2004 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-rodaro-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Paolo Rodaro
,Red,US,"The wine has a very soft entry, with sweet, almost candied strawberry fruit flavors. Then it seems to hit a reductive wall, with flavors of burnt rubber sending a bitter streak through the midpalate and continuing through the finish.",,17,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Yellow Hawk Cellar 2004 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-hawk-cellar-2004-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2004,Yellow Hawk Cellar
13,White,Australia,"Shows aromas of fresh-cut grass and white peach. Peach resurfaces on the palate, where it's joined by some green apple flavors. Straightforward and easy, but tasty enough.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jindalee 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jindalee-2005-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Jindalee
12,White,Hungary,"Shows some tell-tale pear in the nose, with generic white fruits and a dash of oak on the palate. A little plump in the mouth, but with matching acidity and a bit of spice, this Pinot could be from anywhere. Imported by Victoire Imports.",Connoisseur Collection,7,84,Felso-Magyarország,,,Dunavar 2004 Connoisseur Collection Pinot Gris (Felso-Magyarország),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunavar-2004-connoisseur-collection-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-felso-magyarorszag/,Pinot Gris,2004,Dunavar
13,White,Italy,"The flatter Friuli Aquileia area has produced a wine with notes of green grass and some vegetal tones with peach and melon. But the ensemble seems slightly disjointed, and the wine is light and simple in the mouth.",,14,84,,Friuli Aquileia,,Foffani 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foffani-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Foffani
,Red,US,"Rustic in country-style tannins, with a hint of raisins, this dry Merlot features cherry and cocoa flavors backed up by firm acids. It's an everyday, versatile red wine.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Eastwood 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eastwood-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Eastwood
13,White,Argentina,"The nose bears a strong resemblance to canned fruit, particularly peaches. The palate offers some zesty nectarine and even more fruit cocktail. Moderately snappy, with some solid core acidity. The blend is 50% Chardonnay and 50% Viognier. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,High Altitude 2005 Chardonnay-Viognier (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-altitude-2005-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-agrelo/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2005,High Altitude
11.1,White,Hungary,"With Muscat-like aromas of honeysuckle, lemon and white fruit, this indigenous Hungarian white (pronounced Kee-rye-lay-ohn-kha) offers airy flavors of lemon candy and honeysuckle. Just right for sipping on a summer afternoon. Imported by MHW, Ltd.",,9,84,Neszmély,,,Craftsman 2004 Királyleányka (Neszmély),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craftsman-2004-other-white-kiralyleanyka-neszmely/,Királyleányka,2004,Craftsman
13.1,White,Hungary,"This wine shows the peppery side of Gewürz, pairing it with papaya and lychee in the mouth. Its medium-full body along with its spicy pepper undertones would make this the perfect pair to the traditional Hungarian dish: chicken in paprika sauce. Imported by MHW, Ltd.",,9,84,Neszmély,,,Craftsman 2004 Gewürztraminer (Neszmély),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craftsman-2004-gewurztraminer-neszmely/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Craftsman
12.5,Sparkling,Brazil,"Pretty nice for a Brazilian sparkler, with a sweet, frosted-cake nose that's a bit gassy. Plump and candied on the palate, with apple and melon flavors. Loud and full, but clumsy. Shows good base qualities; needs refinement.",Brut,13,84,Brazil,,,Cordelier NV Brut Sparkling (Brazil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordelier-nv-brut-sparkling/,Sparkling Blend,,Cordelier
14.5,Red,US,"Soft in acids and thick in tannins, this wine is fully dry. It's sort of generic, with its berry and cocoa flavors and streak of oak. It's well made, but could be almost any medium-bodied red.",,22,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2003 Mourvèdre (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2003-mourvedre-sierra-foothills/,Mourvèdre,2003,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14.5,Red,US,"There must have been a great many overripe, shriveled grapes, to judge from the rasiny edge in this wine. It's also kind of rough, but it is very dry, with a nice fruity finish.",High Slopes,35,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2003 High Slopes Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2003-high-slopes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2003,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
13,Rose,France,"Full-bodied and a bit heavy to make a delicate quaff, but pair this wine with the right summer foods (a juicy hamberger comes to mind) and it will work. Some tarry, meaty notes obscure what appears to be delicate cherry fruit that ends with a peppery tang.",Tradition de Campuget,12,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Campuget 2004 Tradition de Campuget Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-campuget-2004-tradition-de-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2004,Château de Campuget
,Red,US,"There's a lot of bulk grapes and wine out there, or there was three years ago, and this brand is taking advantage. The Cabernet is rich in fruit, pretty dry, light-bodied and rustic. It will nicely accompany ham, pork or chicken.",,5,84,California,California Other,California,Doña Sol 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-sol-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Doña Sol
13,Red,Portugal,"Starts with pleasant notes of black cherries,  leather, and a hint of game, but also features a slightly drying, stalky note that shortens the finish. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. Imported by Signature Imports.",Tradição Tinto,10,84,Palmela,,,Companhia das Quintas 2002 Tradição Tinto Castelão (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2002-tradicao-tinto-portuguese-red-castelao-palmela/,Castelão,2002,Companhia das Quintas
,White,US,"The core of this no-oak wine is medium-ripe fruit in the apple/pineapple mode. But a bitter, harsh aftertaste throws it off course, and it never recovers.",Bare Naked,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Desert Wind 2004 Bare Naked Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-2004-bare-naked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2004,Desert Wind
13,Red,Macedonia,"A blend of Vranec and Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexandar displays a smooth mouthfeel with soft tannins and good acidity. Spice dominates the mouth, with hints of black berries, and the wine is rounded out with holiday spice, red berry and silky chocolate in the nose.",Alexandar,12,84,Tikves,,,Bovin 2000 Alexandar Red (Tikves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bovin-2000-alexandar-red-tikves/,Red Blend,2000,Bovin
12.5,White,Italy,"Wine packaging doesn't get cooler than this. Instead of a bottle, this new concept wine is presented in a very cool glass cylinder. As to the wine, it's standard Pinot Grigio with pleasant apple pie, poached pear and wilted rose petal aromas. Imported by A.V. ImportsInc.",,13,85,,Delle Venezie,,Voga 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voga-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Voga
12,White,Italy,"Intense soda pop and citrus smells are backed by toasted almond and balanced minerality. Lean, with moderately intense fruit flavors in the mouth. Imported by Verdoni Imports.",,10,85,,Friuli Grave,,Villa Puccini 2005 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-puccini-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Villa Puccini
11,Sparkling,Italy,"A golden-hued Prosecco with less fruit intensity on the nose that is compensated with crisp mineral notes, bread crust and background banana and peach flavors. Light and super crisp in the mouth, with a spicy finish.",Brut,,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,San Giuseppe 2005 Brut  (Prosecco di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2005-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano/,Prosecco,2005,San Giuseppe
13,Red,Portugal,"A bit of a disappointment from this winery, but the flavors here seem a touch overripe, with pruny notes intruding into the blackberries. Obvious American oak marks the nose with herbal, dill-like notes and the finish with dry, woody tannins and caramel flavors. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",,16,85,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2003 Tinta Roriz (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2003-tempranillo-tinta-roriz-douro/,Tinta Roriz,2003,Quinta de Ventozelo
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Although it kicks off on the stewy, baked side of the fence, airing reveals good fruit and ample wood; indeed, there's brandied cherry, vanilla and chocolate to ponder. Long on the finish, albeit a finish that's one-note simple. A little stark in terms of feel.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Trumpeter 2004 Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-2004-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2004,Trumpeter
13.5,White,Argentina,"Lightweight in its approach, but still sturdy. The bouquet offers melon, tropical notes and white flowers, while the palate deals mostly cantaloupe and banana. A modestly oaked wine without a ton of stuffing. Good for basic sipping. Imported by Billington Imports.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Trumpeter 2004 Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-2004-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2004,Trumpeter
,Sparkling,France,"With its lightly toasty character and a touch of sweetness, this is an easy, party style of wine. Made from a whole clutch of grapes (including Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche, Colombard), it is a classic blended wine. The aftertaste is soft with sweet apple flavors.",Brut Blanc de Blancs,8,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Louis Perdrier NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-perdrier-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Perdrier
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a slightly lactic quality to the wine that muddles the flavors and aromas. Instead of peach, you get peach yogurt and instead of citrus, you get lemon cream. Feels very creamy in the mouth as well.",Brut,20,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Maschio dei Cavalieri NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maschio-cavalieri-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Maschio dei Cavalieri
,Rose,US,"From Pisoni, a slightly sweet, crisp, fun blush wine that's filled with ripe Pinot character. It's all about cherries, strawberries, vanilla and mint, offset by refreshing acids.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucy 2005 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucy-2005-rose-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Rosé,2005,Lucy
14,Red,Argentina,"Standard fare, but nice. The nose offers some burnt sugar in addition to black fruit, while the palate is full of plum, cherry and spice. Chocolate and vanilla are detectable on the medium-length finish, while the feel and balance are proper.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Novus 2003 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novus-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2003,Novus
,Sparkling,France,"A 100% Chenin Blanc based wine which keeps all the freshness of the citrus fruit flavors, attractive acidity, a light touch of softness to finish. A great value for a summer party.",Brut Etoile,12,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Monmousseau NV Brut Etoile Chenin Blanc (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monmousseau-nv-brut-etoile-chenin-blanc-vin-mousseux/,Chenin Blanc,,Monmousseau
12,White,Italy,"The nose is awkward, with wet hay or white mushroom delivered over fresh garden greens and stone fruit, but this Grigio polishes and primes the palate with almond skin flavors and a touch of bitterness. Imported by Laird & Company.",,13,85,Veneto,Piave,,Moletto 2005 Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Moletto
13,Red,Argentina,"Intensely colored and miles better than the label's troubled basic Tempranillo, this is an Argentinean rendition of Spain's workhorse grape that showcases berry and plum flavors, plenty of oak and ample chocolate and espresso on the finish. More impressive when taken as a whole; best to drink with barbecue and not get too analytical.",Reserva Especial,17,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Retiro 2003 Reserva Especial Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-retiro-2003-reserva-especial-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2003,Finca El Retiro
,Red,US,"The first vineyard-designated Cabernet from Indian Wells, this is much softer than recent vintages of the winery's Cabernets, but in this instance the wine feels stripped. The fruit and core are like shadows seen through a veil, and despite their softness, the tannins still outweigh the rest. There is nothing bad or off here; it just tastes flattened.",Indian Wells,17,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-indian-wells-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13.1,Red,Hungary,"This Cab Franc offers a young, fresh side of the variety, low in tannin but high in vibrant berry flavors. Colored a rich purple, a hint of barbecue adds some character to this pleasant wine. Imported by MHW, Ltd.",,9,85,Szekszárd,,,Craftsman 2003 Cabernet Franc (Szekszárd),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craftsman-2003-cabernet-franc-szekszard/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Craftsman
,Dessert,France,"84-86 Barrel sample. Firm and ripe, with dry botrytis dominating the spice, this is an uncomfortably hot wine, packed with flavors that are somewhat overblown.",Barrel sample,,85,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafaurie-peyraguey-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey
13,Rose,France,"Slightly confected on the nose, with hints of bubble gum that give way to herbal cherry-berry flavors. This plump, medium-bodied rosé finishes smoothly, making it all to easy to down more than one intended.",,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château La Boutignane 2005 Rosé (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-boutignane-2005-rose-corbieres/,Rosé,2005,Château La Boutignane
13,White,Italy,"A first sniff, the nose is attractive with vanilla bean and a strong nutty component that borders on almond pastry. But later the wine doesn't seem to open up completely and fruity notes seem distant. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",,19,85,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cantina Terlano
14,Red,US,"Robust, full-bodied and bone dry, with baked cherry pie, black currant and mocha flavors accented by sweet toasty oak, this wine is wrapped in thick, jagged tannins. The best thing about it is the rich, ripe, deeply fruity flavors.",Partridge-Leigh Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chumeia 2002 Partridge-Leigh Vineyard Barbera (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2002-partridge-leigh-vineyard-barbera-central-coast-paso-robles/,Barbera,2002,Chumeia
14.1,Red,US,"Kind of full-bodied and heavy for a Pinot, with flavors of baked cherry pie, rum-soaked currants and French roast coffee. The tannins are fairly forward and stiff too. This is a young wine, and it may throw a little sediment and lighten up with a year or so in the bottle.",Estate,40,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2004 Estate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2004-estate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Artesa
,Red,US,"Cakebread's workhorse Napa Cab is soft, dry and ripe in cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors, with rich, sweet tannins. It combines the upscale quality of fine Napa Cab with a rustic, jagged texture. Drink now.",,55,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cakebread
12,White,Italy,"This Pinot Grigio is etched with nice mineral tones. But there's also a broad, almost flat, quality to the mouth that holds a lot of the potential fruitiness back. Imported by Stock USA Ltd.",,6,85,Southern Italy,Terra degli Osci,,Azienda Vinicola Fratelli Fabiano 2004 Pinot Grigio (Terra degli Osci),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-vinicola-fratelli-fabiano-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-terra-degli-osci/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Azienda Vinicola Fratelli Fabiano
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Full and heavy, with mango and orange juice flavors. Creamy in the mouth, with a full, foamy feel. Good citrus and apple characteristics keep it moving forward, while the weight is definitely there. Good in cava cocktails or as a Spanish mimosa.",Brut,11,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Paul Cheneau NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-brut-sparkling-cava-55696/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Cheneau
,Red,US,"Not as successful as the winery's other reds, this seems overloaded with vanilla scents and flavors. The oak overpowers the light fruit, and the tannins – again quite dry – are not set off against anything ripe and sweet to counterbalance their bitterness.",Proprietor's Reserve,36,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Maryhill 2003 Proprietor's Reserve Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maryhill-2003-proprietors-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Maryhill
14.5,Red,US,"This blend of red varieties is very rich, soft and forward in cherry, red currant, chocolate and coffee flavors. It's nicely dry, with a persistent finish.",Insieme,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 2002 Insieme Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2002-insieme-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2002,Martin & Weyrich
12.6,White,Australia,"Aromas are very pungent: yellow pineapple, peach, mustard seed—another reviewer even noted some corn notes. Coats the mouth with a butterscotch-toast flavor, with peach and apple to finish. Wants more stuffing midpalate. Imported by Southland Wines.",Billy Goat Hill,22,85,South Australia,Lenswood,,Golding 2004 Billy Goat Hill Chardonnay (Lenswood),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golding-2004-billy-goat-hill-chardonnay-lenswood/,Chardonnay,2004,Golding
,Red,Australia,"Full and fleshy, almost stewed, on the nose, with brambly, peppery notes offsetting plum fruit on the palate. Smooth in the mouth, though a hair short on the finish.",,10,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2003 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Hope Estate
,Sparkling,France,"A ripe, fresh, appley wine, with attractive grapefruit accents. It is soft and crisp, with just a touch of softness to finish. Simple and great for as apéritif wine.",Grande Réserve Perle de Vigne Brut,15,85,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Grande Réserve Perle de Vigne Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-grande-reserve-perle-vigne-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Bouillot
,White,US,"It's fresh in vibrant acidity, with grapy flavors of citrus and gooseberries. There's a creamy lushness to the texture that softens and attracts.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Robert Hall
11,Sparkling,Germany,"A decent value in sparkling wine, with pronounced yeasty notes and some green apple flavors delivered via a creamy, medium-bodied wine. Labeled trocken, but tastes slightly off-dry.",Weisslack Trocken Sekt,12,85,Germany,,,Schloss Koblenz NV Weisslack Trocken Sekt Sparkling (Germany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-koblenz-nv-weisslack-trocken-sekt-sparkling/,Sparkling Blend,,Schloss Koblenz
14,White,Argentina,"Closed and heavy on the nose, with baked-apple flavors and caramel. Weighs in as full-bodied, with toffee and bitter pith notes on the finish. Aims fairly high and delivers up to an extent: there's size and substance but also some overripeness, corn and pith. Not perfect, but not bad. Imported by Billington Imports.",,18,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Felipe Rutini 2004 Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2004-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2004,Felipe Rutini
14,Red,Argentina,"Raspberry, bramble and leather are convincing opening aromas, while the ripe black cherry on the palate is spiced up by some light wood notes. Textured on the tongue, with vanilla and cherry notes to the finish. Not all that Syrah-like, but good as red wine goes.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 2004 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2004,Fantelli
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dry and full of savory plum and spice aromas. With zesty and developed raspberry and cherry flavors along with a mostly fresh and balanced mouthfeel, this is a pretty good bargain Merlot.",,6,85,Other,Famatina Valley,,Ezio 2004 Merlot (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ezio-2004-merlot-famatina-valley/,Merlot,2004,Ezio
12.5,White,Italy,"Floral aromas are more defined than the fruity ones. Still, they leave room for attractive almond skin, flint and eucalyptus accents. Simple and lightweight in the mouth, with a sour note on the finish. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,12,85,,Delle Venezie,,Esperto 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esperto-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Esperto
12,White,Italy,"Delivers nicely integrated floral and fruity aromas such as acacia, peach and exotic fruit. None of these elements are very intense and the wine appears simple and clean—although somewhat lean—in the mouth. Imported by Vin Divino.",Ruttars,18,85,,Collio,,Puiatti 2004 Ruttars Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puiatti-2004-ruttars-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Puiatti
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Very intense with floral notes in the center, and mineral ones at the seams. There's a slightly loose or disjointed quality to the nose, but the mouthfeel is intact with a touch of spice on the finish.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,San Giuseppe 2005 Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2005-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano/,Prosecco,2005,San Giuseppe
,Red,US,"Polished cherry, blackberry and coffee fruit flavors comprise this Merlot. It's bone dry, with rich tannins and a smattering of oak. Has a jagged quality that's not likely to age out, but it's a pretty good wine.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2003 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2003-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2003,Jekel
11,White,Italy,"Dried herbs, grass and hay with some pear, apple skin and crushed stone sums up the nose. The mouth delivers less excitement; a sour note interrupts what would otherwise be a smoother ride. Imported by Laird & Company.",,7,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Stival 2005 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stival-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Stival
,Red,US,"Dry, tart and fairly one-dimensional, this Cab has mixed flavors of blackberries, cherries and Kahlúa, with a peppery, minty streak. The tannins are a bit edgy. Might improve with a year or two of cellaring.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,St. Francis
,Sparkling,France,"Crisp grapefruit and kiwi flavors give this wine a green but elegant flavor. It is dry, fresh and lively, finishing with layers of acidity.",Réserve Blanc de Blancs Brut,11,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Réserve Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-reserve-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles de Fère
12.5,White,Italy,"Low key aromas concentrate on peach and melon with some exotic fruit. In the mouth, the wine is supple and graceful, but it's also rather neutral. Try it with falafel. Imported by Italian Wine Growers.",,16,85,,Collio,,Cormòns 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cormons-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cormòns
,Sparkling,France,"A simple, crisp apéritif style of wine, with flavors of green apples, plums and a touch of pine nuts. The wine, a blend of Airen and Ugni Blanc, is dry, and fresh.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,13,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Veuve Ambal NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-ambal-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Veuve Ambal
,Red,Georgia,"This late-ripening Russian grape delivers plenty of fruit and enjoyable drinking in this deep red wine. Sweet holiday spice, vanilla and plum make for an enjoyable nose, while the fruity, round palate is backed by tobacco and more spice. The rich fruit should pair well with hamburgers.",,13,85,Napareuli,,,Telavi 2002 Saperavi (Napareuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2002-other-red-saperavi-napareuli/,Saperavi,2002,Telavi
13.5,White,Argentina,"Fairly oaky, as the name might indicate. Flavors of lemon, apple and pineapple are complete, if a bit common, while the feel is round and a touch resiny. Finishes solid, with a modicum of butter. On the heavier side, but acidic enough to maintain its balance. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Oak Cask,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2005 Oak Cask Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2005-oak-cask-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Trapiche
,Red,US,"Pleasant and light, with fruit that suggests barely ripened, young grapes. Hints of strawberry, melon and raspberry carry into flavors that seem dilute. The medium-deep color and chewy, green tannins suggest it was pushed a bit hard at fermentation.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Two Mountain 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-mountain-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Two Mountain
13.5,White,Australia,"Fragrant aromas of peach, pineapple and burnt sugar segue into more subdued apple and tropical fruit flavors on the palate. Has the advantages of being both approachable and affordable. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Nottage Hill,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2005 Nottage Hill Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2005-nottage-hill-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Hardys
,Sparkling,France,"A fresh, pleasantly crisp wine that has some structure and citrus flavors. The Chardonnay in the blend gives some roundness, but there is too high a level of acidity to finish.",Brut,17,85,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Gratien et Meyer NV Brut  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gratien-meyer-nv-brut-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-saumur/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,,Gratien et Meyer
,White,Italy,"A successfully executed wine, redolent of pear, peach and a dab of something green. An excellent food wine and especially well-suited for pasta and white meats. Imported by Della Terra.",,15,85,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Marco Felluga
,Sparkling,France,"An attractively fresh wine, with white flower aromas, packed with delicate acidity and white fruits. Crisp fruits hide a touch of softness that allows the wine to finish balanced and light.",Saint-Meyland Brut,14,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Les Caves de Bailly NV Saint-Meyland Brut  (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-bailly-nv-saint-meyland-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Champagne Blend,,Les Caves de Bailly
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and rooty on the nose, with hints of cola and earth. This is a solid red wine, with plum, berry and some mild astringency to the palate. Finishes a bit tart but still makes it to the quality level. Likely better with food than by itself.",,18,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Felipe Rutini 2003 Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2003-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2003,Felipe Rutini
13.5,White,Australia,"This Chard's aromas are of sour apple and dust, and preface similar flavors on the palate. Broad in the mouth; a good cocktail-party Chardonnay. Imported by Epic Wines.",,13,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Four Sisters 2004 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-sisters-2004-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,Four Sisters
11,Sparkling,US,"Nice and dry, with crisp acidity and a good stream of bubbles, this sparkler has pleasantly yeasty flavors of peaches and cream. The finish is clean and satisfying.",Brut Cuvée Chardonnay Champagne,9,85,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Bubbly NV Brut Cuvée Chardonnay Champagne Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-bubbly-nv-brut-cuvee-chardonnay-champagne-sparkling-california-55524/,Sparkling Blend,,Barefoot Bubbly
8,Sparkling,US,"Frankly sweet, and zesty in acidity, this is a nice, clean bubbly for those who like a bit of sugar in the finish. It has pleasant flavors of tangerine and vanilla, with a light, delicate mouthfeel.",Gran Spumante,9,85,California,California Other,California,Ballatore NV Gran Spumante Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballatore-nv-gran-spumante-sparkling-california-55645/,Sparkling Blend,,Ballatore
12.5,White,Italy,"Nice and fruity  with banana, pear and Golden Delicious apple aromas and flavors. But there are fresher, green notes buried within as well. Try it with Chinese dumplings. Imported by Dalla Terra.",,15,85,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Alois Lageder 2004 Pinot Grigio (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Alois Lageder
12,White,Italy,"Round and full aromas with some toasted notes, almonds, grapefruit and tangerine, but thinner in the mouth, with more flavors and a crisp, short close. Imported by Zonin USA.",,12,85,,Friuli Aquileia,,Albola 2005 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albola-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Albola
13,Red,Macedonia,"Full, dry, round, and balanced in the mouth, this wine attempts greatness. But aside from oak-based flavors, it doesn't deliver. Toast and graham cracker waft from the glass, while flavors of tobacco, spice, and mint nearly overpower the red berry.",Dissan,25,85,Tikves,,,Bovin 2000 Dissan Vranec (Tikves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bovin-2000-dissan-other-red-vranec-tikves/,Vranec,2000,Bovin
13.8,Red,Argentina,"A Cabernet that resides on the dark side. The nose is baked and earthy, with coffee notes. Dark plum and chocolate flavors run wild on the tannic palate, while the lengthy finish is slightly bitter with the taste of espresso. Imported by Epic Wines.",,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Zolo
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Stone fruit, lemon rind, tangerine and mineral notes make up a pretty bouquet that suffers somewhat from a distant medicinal smell. Lightweight in the mouth with a sour note on the close.",Vigna del Paradiso Extra Dry,20,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Montesel Renzo 2005 Vigna del Paradiso Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesel-renzo-2005-vigna-paradiso-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Montesel Renzo
12,White,Italy,Fruit notes play second fiddle to green notes like celery leaf and dried basil. The wine is lean in the mouth with grapefruit on the finish. Imported by Wine Worth LLC.,,12,85,,Delle Venezie,,Montelvini 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montelvini-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Montelvini
12.5,White,Italy,"Offers loads of roses, acacia and honeysuckle fleshed out by peach and melon. Not very acidic in the mouth. Imported by Fairest Cape Beverage Co., Inc.",,12,85,,Friuli Isonzo,,Palmadina 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmadina-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Palmadina
12.5,White,Italy,"Standard Pinot Grigio that has been fleshed out with peach, pineapple and pear. Lean but compact in the mouth, with a refreshing, crisp finish. Try it with Indian food or Chinese take-out. Imported by Wine Wave.",,11,85,,Delle Venezie,,Concilio 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concilio-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Concilio
12.5,Rose,France,"This medium-bodied blend of 40% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 30% Cinsault offers simple, fruity flavors suggestive of peaches, red plums and citrus fruit. Crisp and clean on the finish; a nice picnic rosé.",Rouvière,10,85,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Château Routas 2005 Rouvière Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2005-rouviere-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,2005,Château Routas
13,Rose,France,"Bright, fruity aromas of cherries and peaches are offset by brisk acidity, which lead to flavors more along the lines of apple and lime. Fresh and clean, with a hint of chalkiness on the finish.",Cuvée Carolle Dry,13,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sauveuse 2004 Cuvée Carolle Dry Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sauveuse-2004-cuvee-carolle-dry-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2004,Domaine de la Sauveuse
13,White,Argentina,"Here's an inexpensive wine that delivers tasty pear and melon flavors. The body is solid, maybe a bit hefty, but there's enough acidity to keep it on track. Easygoing stuff with no surprises. Imported by Hemingway & Hale.",,8,85,Other,San Juan,,SolAlto 2005 Chardonnay (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solalto-2005-chardonnay-san-juan/,Chardonnay,2005,SolAlto
12.4,Sparkling,Argentina,"Sweet from the start, with maple and pear on the bouquet. More soft than sturdy, with a candied palate that offers round, almost sugary citrus flavors. Easy for a glass or two, but without the voltage to go further.",Extra Brut,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia NV Extra Brut Sparkling (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-mendoza/,Sparkling Blend,,Santa Julia
14,Red,Argentina,"A little bit of bramble and green  on the nose, but by and large this wine is solid. The palate offers sweetness and brown sugar along with zesty fruit, while the tannic structure and persistence are unavoidable. Imported by Victoire Imports.",Crianza,10,85,Other,Argentina,,San Huberto 2003 Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2003-crianza-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,San Huberto
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a Prosecco at a crossroads. The nose is complex and rich with exotic spice, peach, melon and dried herbs that wins it high marks. Yet the mouthfeel lacks the crispness and sharpness you expect from this kind of wine.",Brut,12,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Toffoli 2005 Brut  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toffoli-2005-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Toffoli
14.5,Red,US,"Smells and tastes cooked by heat, with raisiny, pruny, coffee flavors. Yet there's something likeable about this honest, bone-dry country wine.",,25,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2003 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2003-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2003,Scott Harvey
12.5,White,Italy,"This wine seems hotter than it actually is at 12.5% alcohol, thanks to its aromas of candied fruit under spirit, white cherry liquor and rum spongecake. Beyond these more recognizable elements is a smooth background of fruit.",,9,85,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Josef Weger
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This bubbly has a soda pop feel and flavors of flowers, stone fruit and white pepper. Lean and could be livelier on the palate.",Ruio Brut,,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Malibràn 2005 Ruio Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malibran-2005-ruio-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Malibràn
13.5,Red,Australia,"A fine, casual sipper with bouncy berry fruit at its center, and aromas of earth and berry. Beaujolais-styled and sized, so much so that it might make sense to chill it for a few minutes in the fridge before taking it on a summer picnic. Imported by McWilliam's Hanwood Estate.",,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 2004 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-hanwood-estate-2004-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2004,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate
13.5,White,Italy,"The nose is Granny Smith apple in as pure a form you can get in winemaking. But there's also a distant note of rubber balloon that, to be honest, I rather liked. The wine shows good personality in the mouth, too, where it is flavorful and smooth. Not imported to the U.S.",Egg Leiten,,85,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2004 Egg Leiten Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2004-egg-leiten-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,St. Pauls
13.5,Red,Portugal,"An interesting wine—one that combines a certain sour, resinous quality with hints of sur-maturité. Add leather, clove and cinnamon and the result is a reasonably complex wine for a reasonable price. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Dom Martinho,12,85,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Carmo 2002 Dom Martinho Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carmo-2002-dom-martinho-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2002,Quinta do Carmo
13.9,Red,Argentina,"This blend of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon is very woody, so much so that the nose offers mostly cinnamon and green lumber. The palate, however, is ultracreamy, with vanilla and milk chocolate running the show. Seems a bit sticky and oaky. Could use more uncut fruit. Imported by Epic Wines.",Acorde #1 Reserve,36,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Preludio 2003 Acorde #1 Reserve Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preludio-2003-acorde-1-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Preludio
12.5,Rose,France,"It's cute critter wine with a name that colorfully relates to what's in the bottle. Peach, sun-warmed stone and anise scents and flavors impart a sense of summer, finishing clean and fresh.",Gris de Gris,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Sables du Golfe du Lion,,Pink Flamingo NV Gris de Gris Rosé (Vin de Pays des Sables du Golfe du Lion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pink-flamingo-nv-gris-gris-rose-vin-pays-sables-golfe-lion/,Rosé,,Pink Flamingo
,Red,US,"A blend of cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc, this Red Mountain red suffers from an excess of high-toned, volatile aromas and rough, untamed tannins. The grapes sources are solid but there are too many raw, unpolished edges; it doesn't quite pull itself together.",Preface,37,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Page Cellars 2002 Preface Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/page-cellars-2002-preface-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2002,Page Cellars
12,White,Italy,"A luminous Grigio, with fruit and nut characteristics layered over melon and citrus. Lean and fresh in the mouth— albeit a little light—with a zesty finish. Imported by Zonin USA.",Terre Palladiane,8,85,,Delle Venezie,,Zonin 2005 Terre Palladiane Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2005-terre-palladiane-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Zonin
12.5,White,Italy,"Truckloads of fresh banana emerge from the nose, and are backed by vanilla bean, chalky minerality and some vitamin-like aromas. Somewhat dilute on the palate, but those banana notes put in another strong appearance. Imported by Vias Imports.",,12,85,,Delle Venezie,,Torre di Luna 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-luna-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Torre di Luna
14,White,Argentina,"Gold in color and on the dry, waxy side. Shows mineral and dried fruits on the nose, with heavy pear and apple bulking up the palate. Finishes short, with some pithy bitterness. But good overall, with a roundness that's appealing. Imported by South Valley Wines.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Novus 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novus-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Novus
,Sparkling,France,"Made from 80% Pinot Noir, this simple, fresh rosé has good raspberry aromas and tastes. It is a fruit salad of flavors, red fruits, peaches and acidity all combining well. A good summer apéritif.",Eclat Carmin Rosé,11,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Kriter NV Eclat Carmin Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriter-nv-eclat-carmin-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Kriter
13.5,Red,Australia,"Starts off with sturdy plum and fresh green character, but grows sweeter with air. Dominated by a dry chalk-earth flavor and feel; a good wine, but just not as giving as it can be. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,16,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2004 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2004,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Sparkling,France,"This is classic Chenin Blanc, with flavors of almonds and layers of acidity. It needs some bottle age—maybe 2–3 years.",,12,85,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Monmousseau NV  Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monmousseau-nv-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,,Monmousseau
12.5,White,Germany,"Clean and freshly fruity, with apple and citrus aromas and flavors leading the way. This is clearly off-dry, but not cloying, instead coming across as soft and easy.",Trocken Sekt,21,85,Pfalz,,,Am Turm NV Trocken Sekt Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/am-turm-nv-trocken-sekt-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,,Am Turm
14.5,Red,Australia,"Most of the higher-tier Grant Burge Shirazes this vintage were excellent, so maybe it's not such a surprise that this one is just good. There's a kirsch-ish aspect to the plummy nose, plus tangy oak. Oak and plum are reprised on the palate; a little rough on the tongue, and finishes short. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Miamba,19,85,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2003 Miamba Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2003-miamba-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2003,Grant Burge
,Red,US,"Here's a pretty little glass of red wine, silky and supple, with a brisk mouthfeel revealing ripe cherry and tobacco flavors with a hint of cocoa. It's dry, tart in acids and superversatile at the table.",Oak Barrel Selection,10,85,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2003 Oak Barrel Selection Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2003-oak-barrel-selection-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,2003,Forest Glen
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has aromas of plums and Sweet Tarts, with tangy, chunky plum fruit on the palate. Soft tannins and a lively bite of acid on the finish complete the picture.",,10,85,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Devil's Marbles 2003 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/devils-marbles-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,2003,Devil's Marbles
,Sparkling,France,"One of the major names in Riquewihr, Dopff et Irion has made a fine, fresh, if rather too soft Crémant. It is easy, clean, crisp and fine as an apéritif wine.",Brut,22,85,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Dopff & Irion NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Dopff & Irion
12.5,Rose,France,"A nice summer rosé, if only it weren't quite so expensive. The color is a pretty light copper hue, the aromas fresh and minerally, with touches of watermelon rind and strawberry. It's fairly full-bodied, with flavors that hint at berries and anise, then finish with a hint of fennel.",Cru Classe Lampe de Meduse,20,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Roseline 2004 Cru Classe Lampe de Meduse Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-roseline-2004-cru-classe-lampe-meduse-cotes/,Rosé,2004,Château Sainte Roseline
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Avinyo does not make cookie-cutter cavas, and thus this wine is out of the ordinary and not always the better for it. The nose is lean and spritzy, with aromas equal to lemon-lime. The palate is drawn in for a brut, with tart flavors. Slim in profile, but not a bad or indifferent wine.",Brut Reserva,16,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Avinyó NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avinyo-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Avinyó
12,Red,Portugal,"From a sun-baked region in the south, and this wine does show some of that heat in its slightly stewed fruit aromas and flavors. But there's also decent concentration, some pleasant strawberry and black pepper notes and a juicy, mouthwatering finish. Drink now. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Reserva,6,85,Estremadura,,,Berco Do Infante 2003 Reserva Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berco-infante-2003-reserva-red-estremadura/,Portuguese Red,2003,Berco Do Infante
12,White,Italy,"One of Italy's most recognized names in wine delivers an easy, everyday wine with intense floral aromas and tutti-frutti cheer. In the mouth it is on the simple side, but it's totally quaffable. Imported by Brown-Forman Corp.",,9,85,,Delle Venezie,,Bolla 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bolla
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is an interesting wine: A charmat-method sparkler made with 100% Pinot Noir that could pass for a classic method one. For this reason, the pricing is attractive and the wine delivers sweet fruit aromas and a tart note on the finish. Imported by Zonin USA.",Philèo,15,86,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Tenuta Il Bosco NV Philèo Pinot Nero (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-il-bosco-nv-phileo-pinot-noir-nero-oltrepo-pavese/,Pinot Nero,,Tenuta Il Bosco
12,Sparkling,US,"Shares many of the same qualities as Roederer's vintage brut, which is one of California's best. It's crisp and elegant and delicately flavored, with a rich yeasty edge, but it's a little too sweet in the dosage.",Brut,23,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-sparkling-anderson-valley-49884/,Sparkling Blend,,Roederer Estate
13.9,Red,US,"With its solid cherry and vanilla aromas and flavors and creamy-textured, medium-weight mouthfeel, this is a nice California Cabernet. But where's the stuffing and complexity?",Reserve,75,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sterling
6.5,Dessert,Italy,"A berry cornucopia with bursting raspberry, strawberry and blueberry—just like a good Brachetto d'Acqui should be. Also typical of this style of sweet, sparkling wine with low alcohol is its soda pop fizz in the mouth and spicy finish. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Rosa Regale,23,86,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Vigne Regali 2005 Rosa Regale  (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2005-rosa-regale-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,2005,Vigne Regali
12,White,Italy,"A mineral-driven, crisp white with crushed stone and talc powder backed by garden greens, stone fruit and melon. Zesty and palate-cleansing, with sour grapefruit on the finale. Imported by Zonin USA.",,10,86,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Cà Bolani 2005 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Tenuta Cà Bolani
13,Rose,Italy,"A beautifully luminous rosé with a peach-raspberry hue made from Nerello Mascalese (vinified white) that sees contact with Nero d'Avola skins for color. The pretty aromas include raspberry, strawberry and stone fruit and the wine's freshness and structure is reminiscent of rosés from southern France.",Le Rose,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2005 Le Rose Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2005-le-rose-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2005,Tasca d'Almerita
12,Sparkling,Italy,"A less intense Prosecco but attractive nonetheless. Has fragrant flowers and stone aromas, and an angular or sharp quality rendered by tasty citrus overtones. This bubbly is characterized by a lemon pie-like tug of war between sweet and sour. Imported by Villa Italia.",Gold Label Extra Dry,18,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Ruggeri & C. NV Gold Label Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-nv-gold-label-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Ruggeri & C.
13,Rose,France,"This rosé of Cabernet Franc shows hints of bubble gum and candied cherries on the nose, but settles down on the palate to offer more grownup notes of citrus, herb and mineral. It's light and fresh, finishing with a hint of anise. Best on its own or with seafood. Multiple U.S. importers.",Rosé,12,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Domaine du Grand Bouqueteau 2005 Rosé Cabernet Franc (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-bouqueteau-2005-rose-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Domaine du Grand Bouqueteau
14.8,Red,US,"Owned for many years by Washington State's Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, Conn Creek has struggled to regain its early reputation for Napa Cabernet. This bottling is very tannic and astringent, with a rusticity that's unlikely to age away. But the fruit is ripe and polished.",Limited Release,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2002 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2002-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Conn Creek
13.5,Red,Australia,"Dense with roasted, grapy fruit on the nose. On the palate, grape and blueberry notes prevail. Somewhat sour, with pronounced acids. Finishes with black pepper.",John Zilm,33,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Craneford 2003 John Zilm Petit Verdot (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2003-john-zilm-petit-verdot-barossa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2003,Craneford
,Red,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. A very hard, over-extracted wine that seems to have missed the point of 2005's freshness.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Bouscaut
,Dessert,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. Fresh lemon aromas entice, but the wine is heavily dominated by new wood. The spice from the wood allows only small amounts of peppermint and sweet fruit flavors show through.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Filhot 2005 Barrel sample  (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-filhot-2005-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Filhot
,Dessert,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. A powerfully dry wine, lacking charm but certainly compensating by a firm, hammer-like intensity. This could develop well, but it isn't very attractive at this stage.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Védrines 2005 Barrel sample  (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-vedrines-2005-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2005,Château Doisy-Védrines
12.5,White,Italy,"Lemongrass aromas are reminiscent of Prosecco and make this a crisp, informal wine to be enjoyed on hot afternoons. The mouthfeel is a tad watery, but the wine glides over the palate nonetheless thanks to good acidity. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Casa di Rocco 2005 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rocco-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Casa di Rocco
14,White,Italy,"More floral than most Pinot Grigios, with alpine freshness and crisp, grassy notes. There's an unexpected rush of exotic spice on the finish and you'll feel the heat. Try it with artichoke and parmigiano risotto. Imported by Vinity Wine Company.",Aristos,25,86,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Valle Isarco 2004 Aristos Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-valle-isarco-2004-aristos-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cantina Valle Isarco
,Sparkling,France,"This is one for the Australians, with their fine tradition of red sparkling wines made from Shiraz. For people of other nationalities, it's more of a curiosity, with firm tannins, some sweetness from ripe fruit and finishing acidity. When to drink it? Probably with a red fruit dessert.",Réserve French Shiraz,,86,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Charles de Fère NV Réserve French Shiraz Shiraz (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-reserve-french-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-vin-mousseux/,Shiraz,,Charles de Fère
,White,US,"Off-dry and spicy, with underlying peach and grapefruit flavors. There's plenty of acid; maybe just a bit too much unless that's your style. Only a somewhat thin, chalky finish keeps the score from ratcheting up a notch or two.",Two Vines,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2004 Two Vines Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2004-two-vines-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Columbia Crest
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Big and fruity, with notes of rubber and graphite on the bouquet. Textured and pretty full-bodied, the berry, cassis and pepper flavors come across as dedicated and real. Kind of short and basic on the finish, but by then it has made its point.",Winemaker's Selection,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2003 Winemaker's Selection Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2003-winemakers-selection-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2003,Andeluna
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Orange blossom, tangerine skin, almond, stone fruit—the list goes on. This is very aromatic with plush, sweet notes on the nose. Has dimension and texture in the mouth, and a crisp close. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co.",Extra Dry,16,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bellussi NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Bellussi
,Red,Australia,"This Merlot has good acidity and none of the green, underripe notes that typically plague Merlots at this price point. Blueberry and graphite notes rule both the nose and palate, with some plummy fullness on the midpalate as well.",,10,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2005 Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2005-merlot-hunter-valley/,Merlot,2005,Hope Estate
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Very frothy, with thick, creamy mousse and aromas that include wildflower, fresh grass, mineral and new rubber. Fresh and smooth in the mouth. Imported by Bolliger Wines.",Prior Brut,17,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bortolomiol NV Prior Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-nv-prior-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Bortolomiol
,Red,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. There are very ripe red fruit aromas in this wine, layered with acidity. The palate is also ripe, but with tannins that are dry, solid and dominant in the aftertaste. A wine that is pretty tough at this stage.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Greysac 2005 Barrel sample  (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-greysac-2005-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Greysac
,Red,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. A wine where the tannins seem to have had a field day. They are all over the place, leaving no room at all for fruit or acidity. Will the fruit show? Only time will tell.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de France 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-france-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château de France
14.6,Red,US,"An interesting wine that shows its warm terroir in the softness and baked fruit quality. The flavors, wrapped in gentle tannins, are of cherry pie, black currants, cocoa and tobacco, and the finish is dry. The natural acidity makes the wine clean and food-friendly.",Il Vecchio Reserve,19,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 2002 Il Vecchio Reserve Nebbiolo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2002-il-vecchio-reserve-nebbiolo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Nebbiolo,2002,Martin & Weyrich
14.3,Red,US,"While others have abandoned the Sangiovese quest, M&W persists, in this case with a polished, easy wine with plenty of likeable fruit character. It's dry and silky, with cherry and cocoa flavors, and the variety's robust acidity makes it perfect for cutting through Italian food.",Il Palio,15,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 2002 Il Palio Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2002-il-palio-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2002,Martin & Weyrich
14.6,White,US,"This is a good, oaky Chardonnay for those who like their Chards bright in acidity and fruit. The flavors veer toward ripe pears, buttered toast and sweet herbs, but have an earthy undercurrent.",Estate,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2004 Estate Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2004-estate-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Artesa
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Simple and straightforward. Has banana, peach and citrus flavors over a crisp but sweet finish (this has the highest sugar content of the estate's three wines). From a steep-sloped, amphitheater-shaped vineyard that faces south. Imported by Dalla Terra.",Vigneto Giardino Dry,18,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Adami 2005 Vigneto Giardino Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-2005-vigneto-giardino-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Adami
,Sparkling,France,"A soft, strawberry-flavored wine with an attractive salmon-pink color. The wine is fresh, clean and easy with a light vanilla character to add complexity. The aftertaste is crisp and lively.",Rosé Brut,20,86,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre NV Rosé Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Bailly-Lapierre
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh baked apple pie or peach cobbler notes are intense on the nose. The mouthfeel is creamy, accented by attractive toasted notes followed by a bitter twist at the close.",Riserva Graal,30,86,,Trento,,Altemasi 1996 Riserva Graal Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altemasi-1996-riserva-graal-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,1996,Altemasi
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Loud and basic, with ripe fruit aromas and flavors but also a detectable heaviness. The palate pushes ripe apple and pear, while the finish is big but quiet. Deep and dense but dull along the edges.",Gran Cuvée,18,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Gramona 2003 Gran Cuvée Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramona-2003-gran-cuvee-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Gramona
13.9,Red,Argentina,"A bit of burnt character clouds the grapy nose, but it's not a heavy, overoaked wine. In fact, the palate is a touch tangy, with zesty black cherry and a decent amount of protruding acidity. Rigid but solid, with full fruit flavors. Imported by Epic Wines.",Grand,21,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Joffré e Hijas 2003 Grand Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joffre-e-hijas-2003-grand-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Joffré e Hijas
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Less fruity and dry overall, compensating with delicate tones of white flower and talc powder. A subdued wine, with a light, citrus-driven mouthfeel and a short finish.",Quartese,,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Ruggeri & C. NV Quartese  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-nv-quartese-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Ruggeri & C.
12.5,White,Italy,"This Tuscany-based estate has ventured into the Pinot Grigio race with a luminous and fresh wine, rich in the fruit aromas you should expect: melon, peach and banana. Imported by Ruffino Import Co.",Lumina,13,86,,Venezia Giulia,,Ruffino 2004 Lumina Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2004-lumina-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ruffino
12,White,Italy,Has a brilliant golden hue and a bit more depth to the nose with baked apple and lavender. The refreshing acidity is welcome and makes for solid pairing potential with informal meals. Imported by Zonin USA.,,12,86,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Ca' Vescovo 2005 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-vescovo-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Tenuta Ca' Vescovo
,White,US,"Fairly simple and a little sweet, this wine is tart in citrusy acids, with flavors of lemon sorbet, apricot and kiwi. The acids make the ripe fruit clean and bright on the long finish.",Grenache Blanc,27,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2004 Grenache Blanc Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2004-grenache-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2004,Tablas Creek
,White,US,"It starts out rough, showing strong burnt match/rubber scents. But swirl it a bit and out come the solid, lightly sweet flavors of melon, peach and cantaloupe, with substantial weight and length.",,7,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2004 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2004-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Snoqualmie
14.5,Red,US,"If you're looking for a classic Foothills Zin, briary and brambly, with the tannic strength to cut through lamb or short ribs, try this one. It's bone dry and fruity, with a rich sweetness to the finish.",,13,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Easton 2004 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2004-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Easton
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas of plum and woodspice lead to similar notes on the palate. Though the wine has a dusty-earthy feel, it's still on the tangy side, with some cherry and cranberry accents to the plum fruit. Imported by Davies & Co.",,10,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Checkered Cab 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/checkered-cab-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Checkered Cab
13,Rose,Italy,"Why more Italian producers don't make rosé is anyone's guess. This raspberry-colored wine illustrates Sicily's potential with a varied aromatic offering of blueberry, marzipan, white chocolate and berry pannacotta. It is a consistent and creamy wine that can stand up to usually difficult to pair fish soup.",Rosato,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2005 Rosato Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2005-rosato-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,2005,Cusumano
12,White,Hungary,"Pungent aromas of grapefruit, gooseberry and straw lead to an intense mouthful of more grapefruit and spice. Although this wine has high acidity, there is a touch of sweetness to balance it. Persistent on the finish.  Imported by MHW, Ltd.",,9,86,Neszmély,,,Craftsman 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Neszmély),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craftsman-2004-sauvignon-blanc-neszmely/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Craftsman
,Sparkling,France,"A soft, almond-flavored wine packed with sweet straw-berries. There is good acidity balanced by some caramel and softness, which make this a good bet as an apéritif wine. Imported by Vigneron Imports.",Brut Rosé,18,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Domaine Allimant-Laugner NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-allimant-laugner-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Noir,,Domaine Allimant-Laugner
12.5,White,Australia,"Consistent on the palate, with red apple, white peach and hay flavors in a round, food-friendly size. Has some unctuousness, and light resin aromas, that makes it feel more like a Sem-Sauv blend.",Deen De Bortoli Vat 2,12,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2005 Deen De Bortoli Vat 2 Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-deen-de-vat-2-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,De Bortoli
12.5,Rose,Argentina,"Reddish in color, which announces that it's Malbec. The nose is sizable but fresh, with riper, sweeter aromas. A bit more zesty in the mouth than you might expect, with an expansive, almost Beaujolais-like finish. Well balanced; a good pink wine. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",Altosur Rosé,10,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2005 Altosur Rosé Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2005-altosur-rose-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2005,Finca Sophenia
13,White,Argentina,"Light on the nose, with modest peach and apple. Apple, pineapple and a touch of toast carry the palate, which is clean and acid-based. Arguably a touch sweet, but overall it's a good South American Chardonnay. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",Altosur,11,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2005 Altosur Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2005-altosur-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2005,Finca Sophenia
12,White,Italy,"An enjoyable and quaffable wine that can be relied upon in spontaneous situations. Peach, ripe melon, lemon zest and a dash of herbs create an interesting ensemble. Solid and smooth in the mouth, and very food-friendly. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Collection,9,86,,Delle Venezie,,Cavit 2004 Collection Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-2004-collection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cavit
12.5,White,Italy,"A very fruity, almost peach juice-like wine with layers of honeydew melon and apricot. There's an interesting tug of war between sweet and sour in the mouth that promises to pair well with exotic foods. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Lagaria 2005 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Lagaria
,Red,US,"Nearly as good as the '01 and '02, and in the same vein, a dry, balanced Zin that combines an elegant structure with sour cherry, herb and coffee flavors. Notable for its restraint, in an era when it's all too easy to let Zinfandel ripen to excess.",Dancing Bull,12,86,California,California Other,California,Rancho Zabaco 2003 Dancing Bull Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2003-dancing-bull-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Rancho Zabaco
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Light and lemony, with a hint of green astringency. Tangerine with hints of mushroom on the palate run toward a solid but lean finish. Has zest but little roundness. Fresh and crisp, but not the most friendly bubbly.",Brut Nature Reserva de la Familia,22,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps 2002 Brut Nature Reserva de la Familia White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-2002-brut-nature-reserva-familia-white-cava/,White Blend,2002,Juvé y Camps
12,White,Italy,"Very floral in an almost exaggerated way, with jasmine, sticky summer flowers and orange blossom aromas. Offers a cleansing mouthfeel, one of lively acidity and a lean body. Imported by Jandell Selections.",,7,86,,Delle Venezie,,Castellarin 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellarin-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Castellarin
12.5,White,Italy,"Fragrant flowers, fresh banana, pear and nectarine typify the nose and wash through to the mouth over a medium finish. An excellent everyday meals wine. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,12,86,,Trentino,,Terrazze Della Luna 2004 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazze-della-luna-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Terrazze Della Luna
,White,Italy,"Yellow fruit  aromas like melon, peach and banana give way to a crisp and polished Grigio, with all its elements in place. This is a friendly, playful and food-friendly wine for informal occasions. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",,9,86,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Mezzacorona 2005 Pinot Grigio (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Mezzacorona
,Red,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. Rather simple, juicy fruits make a stand, but green flavors spoil this wine. It needs more richness to reflect the vintage .",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2005 Barrel sample  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-2005-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse
13.5,Rose,Argentina,"Heady and well choreographed, with roasted sweet aromas to get things going. Some char and weight appear next, setting up solid cherry and blackberry flavors. Juicy, ripe and structured. An unusual blend that works nicely. Imported by Billington Imports.",,9,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Trumpeter 2004 Malbec-Syrah (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-2004-red-blend-malbec-syrah-tupungato/,Malbec-Syrah,2004,Trumpeter
12,White,Italy,"There's a very enticing toasted quality to this wine that translates as banana bread, walnut husk and roasted chestnuts. Those same qualities add breadth and dimension to its texture. Imported by Verdoni Imports.",,9,86,,Friuli Grave,,Tosca 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosca-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tosca
,Sparkling,France,"This is a wine from the Alpine Savoy region of France, where the mountain climate is tempered by Lake Geneva and Lake Bourget. Made from the local Jacquére grape, the wine has a mountain freshness, very crisp with grapefruit acidity and a lively mousse.",Privilege Blanc de Blancs Brut,11,86,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Varichon & Clerc NV Privilege Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varichon-clerc-nv-privilege-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Varichon & Clerc
,Red,US,"The color is a slightly murky garnet. The wine sends up sweet fruit scents of strawberry preserves along with toasted cracker. There's enough acid here to stiffen it up, but all around it the fruit is soft, broad and open. Lightly spicy with a hint of burnt rubber in the finish.",,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Two Mountain 2002 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-mountain-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2002,Two Mountain
,White,US,"A clean, high acid style, showing pineapple/citrus fruit flavors and light touches of fresh green herb.",,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Gordon Brothers
,Red,US,"This is loaded with mixed fruit flavors, in fact it's a bit of a fruit salad of a wine. But it lacks definition or specificity, tasting more like a good mutt wine than a superpremium Cabernet. It's pleasant and ready to drink now.",,40,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Goose Ridge
11.5,White,Italy,"Peach, apricot, melon and pineapple add fruity sweetness to the nose, but leave room for a defined mineral quality. There's crisp acidity in the mouth, with an almond-like finish. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",,10,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Giovello 2004 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovello-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Giovello
12,White,Italy,"Round and intense, with crisp grapefruit, pear, toast and floral flavors. It has a full bouquet with kiwi and lime, but a flatter feel to the mouth. Imported by E & J Gallo.",,11,86,,Delle Venezie,,Ecco Domani 2005 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecco-domani-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Ecco Domani
11,Sparkling,Italy,"A more exotic take on the Prosecco genre with sweet yellow fruit, peach, melon and a mineral-vitamin vein at the core. Crisp acidity adds to the refreshing ensemble. Imported by Tricana Imports.",Brut,20,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Montesel Renzo 2004 Brut  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesel-renzo-2004-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2004,Montesel Renzo
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Not every wine is easy to read: this one is a case in point. The nose offers sweet toffee and apricot, while the palate starts out toasty and dry before unveiling ripe peach and brown sugar. The dosage on this wine is unusual. A funky bubbly that's worth a try.",Cuvée Dessert Dulce,20,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Parxet NV Cuvée Dessert Dulce Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-cuvee-dessert-dulce-pinot-noir-cava/,Pinot Noir,,Parxet
,Red,US,"Strongly flavored with smoky, charred oak, the smoke, coffee and espresso flavors ride roughshod over the pretty raspberry and red currant fruit. The poor fruit is overwhelmed; the winemaking seems better suited to bigger, riper, richer fruit.",,23,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lost River 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-river-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Lost River
14.5,Red,Australia,"Broad on the nose with a pretty dried-spice aroma. Texture is pulpy and chewy, with tangy oak on the finish. A good wine, but one that is missing a deeper layer.",,18,86,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Fonty's Pool 2003 Shiraz (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontys-pool-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pemberton/,Shiraz,2003,Fonty's Pool
,White,Argentina,"Peach, melon and apple carry the clean but ordinary bouquet, and behind that comes a round palate full of ripe banana, pear, caramel and vanilla. Fully oaked but not overdone, with toast on the finish. Good Argentine Chardonnay. Imported by Billington Imports.",,18,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Bodega Catena Zapata
11,Sparkling,Italy,"A moderately intense Prosecco that wins points for its elegance and refined floral tones. Flavors are of lemon-lime crispness with dried sage and pink grapefruit. On the sweet side, but refreshing nonetheless. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Extra Dry,16,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Astoria NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Astoria
,Red,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. Hugely rich, very spicy, this wine is powered by huge Merlot flavors. There is some fine acidity, which gives the wine a lift, but essentially it's all about unsubtle power.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Beauregard 2005 Barrel sample  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauregard-2005-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Beauregard
,Red,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. Made by the same team as at Château Ducru Beaucaillou, this is pleasantly ripe, with fresh fruit and a delicious juiciness.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château du Cluzeau 2005 Barrel sample  (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cluzeau-2005-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château du Cluzeau
12,White,Italy,"Nice banana nut, ripe peach, grapefruit and mineral tones render a wine with caressing roundness and fullness. There's some citrus and spice on the finish, and a touch of sourness at the end. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Cavit Collection,9,86,,Delle Venezie,,Cavit 2005 Cavit Collection Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-2005-cavit-collection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Cavit
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Sweet, round aromas and a slight herbal note blend well in this lemon-lime and mineral-driven bubbly. Those mineral tones help achieve a very fresh and clean sensation in the mouth. Imported by Angelini Wine.",Extra Dry,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Carpenè Malvolti NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpene-malvolti-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco/,Prosecco,,Carpenè Malvolti
14,Red,Argentina,"This Malbec-Tempranillo blend is trying to be one of those new-wave super bruisers and it achieves that goal, but only to a point. It's big, round, savory and lush, but it's shallow in the midsection because it lacks acidity and punch. Beefy but incomplete. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Zeta,45,86,Other,Argentina,,Zuccardi 2002 Zeta Red (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2002-zeta-red-other/,Red Blend,2002,Zuccardi
14,Red,Australia,"Straightforward and enjoyable, a no-brainer for a Tuesday in front of the TV. Aromas are of meat, blackberry and talc, while the palate deals tangy plum and cherry fruit, with overtones of pulpy wood.",,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Ghost Gum 2002 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-gum-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2002,Ghost Gum
15.1,Red,US,"Ultrarich, with a velvety, silky texture despite the sizable tannins, this is a pure Foothills Zin. It's superripe, with blackberry and espresso flavors veering into raisins and cooked fruit, but never loses control and balance.",Estate,30,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2003 Estate Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2003-estate-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2003,Easton
12,White,Italy,"A full, almost sweet nose, with peach, melon, citrus and crushed stone. Although the mineral presence is there, so is the fruit. Has a nice consistency with a sour note on the finish. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Geretto 2005 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geretto-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Geretto
13,White,Italy,"Very appetizing, fresh and fragrant of fruit Macedonia and lemon sorbet. Lean but pleasing in the mouth. Its fruity freshness would serve well with a lighter fish dish, such as John Dory fillets braised in butter. Imported by Conexport.",,17,86,,Trentino,,Gaierhof 2004 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaierhof-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Gaierhof
,White,Australia,"Only 25% malolactic, and made, as Hope explains, “in the Burgundian style. We don't kill it with oak.” Showing white stone fruit, plantain and just a hint of toast on the nose, with the same notes, and a ribbon of minerality, coming through on the palate. A fresh, easy drinker, and a good bet to keep around the house this summer.",,10,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2005 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2005-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Hope Estate
14.8,Red,US,"Veteran Napa vintner Glenn Proctor turns his sights to old vine Sonoma Zin to craft this robust, effusively fruity wine. It's dry to the palate, laced with rich tannins, and has ripe berry-cherry flavors that veer into raisins.",Old Vine,28,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Puccioni 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puccioni-2003-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Puccioni
14.5,Red,Australia,"The nose is very pretty: Graham cracker, vanilla bean, maybe some blueberry pie. On the palate, the wine deals straightforward plum fruit overlaid with oak.",Basket Pressed,19,86,South Australia,Riverland,,Pennyfield Wines 2002 Basket Pressed Petit Verdot (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennyfield-wines-2002-basket-pressed-petit-verdot-riverland/,Petit Verdot,2002,Pennyfield Wines
12,White,Italy,"Not intense but pleasing nonetheless, with tempered peach, apple, pear and more body and breadth than your standard Grigio in this price range. You'll also encounter the variety's trademark sour note on the finish. Imported by Zonin USA.",,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Monte Campo 2005 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-campo-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Monte Campo
,Red,US,"Taste this against a great North Coast Cab costing far more, and you'll find profound similarities. The oak-infused cassis flavor, fine tannins, dryness and balancing acidty are all there. The only difference is depth, but still, this is a great value.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Montage 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montage-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Montage
,Sparkling,France,"Shows earth and almond flavors. Underneath this, though, there is some interesting complexity with acidity and apple flavors.",Clos du Château de Mosny,,86,Loire Valley,Montlouis-sur-Loire,,Monmousseau NV Clos du Château de Mosny  (Montlouis-sur-Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monmousseau-nv-clos-chateau-mosny-chenin-blanc-montlouis-sur/,Chenin Blanc,,Monmousseau
12,White,Italy,"Texbook Pinot Grigio with fresh apple and pear flavors and a crisp, clean finish. This is exactly the kind of wine you'll want to drink for friendly, informal dining. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",,9,86,,Delle Venezie,,Placido 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/placido-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Placido
13,Rose,France,"Surprisingly good for its name, packaging and price, but that's why we taste the wines blind. On the dark side of copper, this wine shows floral and berry aromas and a touch of tree bark as well. Cherry-berry flavors are fresh and fruity, with a moderately long finish.",,11,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Red Beret 2004 Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-beret-2004-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2004,Red Beret
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Scented candle and floral notes are well integrated with tart citrus, pineapple and sour grapefruit. A simple, fresh bubbly with a slightly rounder, fatter mouthfeel than most. Imported by USA Wine Imports.",Brut,23,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Col Vetoraz Spumanti NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-vetoraz-spumanti-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Col Vetoraz Spumanti
13.5,Red,Australia,"From winemaker Philip Shaw, this Merlot is soft in the mouth, with raspberry and black plum fruit. A veneer of oak and spice adds interest on the palate.",,17,86,New South Wales,Orange,,Climbing 2004 Merlot (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/climbing-2004-merlot-orange/,Merlot,2004,Climbing
,Red,US,"Just 38 cases produced. The fruit is sourced from the Seven Hills vineyards, and the blend is a “super-Walla-Wallan” with 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cab Franc. Light and somewhat unfocused, it has some characteristic high tones, a suggestion of anise and a bit of toasty oak in the finish.",Tuscan Red,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Covington 2003 Tuscan Red Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covington-2003-tuscan-red-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2003,Covington
,Red,US,"Just 40 cases produced. It's 78% Syrah, the rest Sangiovese, aged in all new Hungarian oak. Predictably, the oak wins. There's plenty of bacon and smoked meat scents and flavors, but not much going on fruit-wise.",Starr,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Covington 2003 Starr Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covington-2003-starr-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Covington
14.5,Red,Australia,"A wine that evolves through a few phases while in the glass, each more odd than the last. Starts off with a sold berry-and cream profile, straightforward and accessible. With time, the nose turns tomato-y, and the palate bubblegum-sweet, then a little green. Well made, but odd.",Explorateur,30,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,The Colonial Estate 2004 Explorateur Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colonial-estate-2004-explorateur-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,The Colonial Estate
12,White,Italy,"Chrysanthemum, dandelion, sweet papaya and guava compose a nose that is almost too much of a good thing. On the palate, you get what you'd expect from $9 Pinot Grigio: crispness but not a lot of complexity. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",,9,86,,Delle Venezie,,Sartori 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Sartori
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Lime soda and lollipop-like aromas are flanked by stone fruit and grapefruit. Crisp, clean characteristics are carried through to the mouth, where more candy flavors ride over a crisp finish.",Gorio Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Malibràn NV Gorio Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malibran-nv-gorio-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Malibràn
13.5,Red,Bulgaria,"Although this may not come across like a Merlot, it still offers great value. Plenty of vanilla mixes with deep berry and spice aromas, while the dark, extracted mouth offers a lush feel with good tannin matched with black berry and white pepper.",,7,86,Sliven,,,Vini 2002 Meritage (Sliven),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2002-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sliven/,Meritage,2002,Vini
13.3,Red,Argentina,"This is a traditional-styled Malbec, one with leaner cherry and raspberry fruit as opposed to heavy blackberry. It's a bit racy and acidic, but it's stylish as well. Big enough to satisfy but complex enough to intrigue. Imported by Dylain Produce, LLC.",Reserve,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vieja Bodega 2003 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieja-bodega-2003-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Vieja Bodega
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Very citrusy, with freshly squeezed lemon-lime flavors that leave room for more delicate floral overtones. Perky, snappy and fresh, with not too long a finish. Imported by Domaine Select Wine Estates.",Brut Convivio Rivalta,18,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Rivalta NV Brut Convivio Rivalta  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivalta-nv-brut-convivio-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Rivalta
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A wonderfully summerish bubbly with layers of exotic fruit, toasted almond, pear and kiwi. The wine boasts a creamy, full mouthfeel and crisp acidity on the finish. Imported by Premium Brands.",Extra Dry,12,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Toffoli 2005 Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toffoli-2005-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2005,Toffoli
,Sparkling,France,"This blend of Pinot Noir and Gamay is a fresh, crisp wine, with good rich currant fruits. There is a taut green layer that goes right through the wine, finishing with a lift of softness.",Perle de Nuit Blanc de Noirs Brut,15,86,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Perle de Nuit Blanc de Noirs Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-perle-de-nuit-blanc-de-noirs-brut-cremant-de-bourgogne-56829/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Bouillot
12.5,Rose,France,"This relatively dark-colored rosé features nicely perfumed aromas of fruit blossoms and black cherries, then adds a hint of dark chocolate to the palate. It's fullish, but not heavy, balanced by some lemony notes on the finish.",,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Prieure Saint-Hippolyte 2004 Rosé (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prieure-saint-hippolyte-2004-rose-coteaux/,Rosé,2004,Prieure Saint-Hippolyte
,Sparkling,France,"A fresh, crisp wine, with refreshing citrus flavors and a touch of minerality. Has great delicacy and poise. A blend of Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Brut Réserve,18,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Pierre Sparr NV Brut Réserve Pinot Blanc-Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-nv-brut-reserve-white-blend-pinot-blanc-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Blanc-Pinot Noir,,Pierre Sparr
13,White,Italy,"This producer's un-barriqued Pinot Grigio has standard cantaloupe, peach and pear aromas and a lean consistency that would pair well with wok-fried chicken or pork chow mein. Imported by Slocum & Sons, Inc.",,12,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2004 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Volpe Pasini
14,Red,Argentina,"Very oaky, with a can't-miss scent of butter, and also some maple. Sweet and syrupy on first take but then it settles down to deliver licorice, cooked brown sugar and toast. What's best about this wine is its feel.",Q,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2002 Q Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2002-q-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2002,Zuccardi
12.5,Rose,France,"Nearly always a decent value, this vintage has turned out even better than usual, offering berry and milk chocolate aromas and flavors that are fresh and fruit driven. Nicely textured on the finish, with soft tannins that make it easy to drink.",Réserve St. Martin Rosé,7,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2005 Réserve St. Martin Rosé Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2005-reserve-st-martin-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2005,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée
13,White,Italy,"This Ruländer (another name for Pinot Grigio) has almond skin and slight pine resin on the nose and a spicy, nutmeg-like impression in the mouth. The wine has the grit to pair with pork or pheasant.",Maso delle Rosé Ruländer,11,86,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2004 Maso delle Rosé Ruländer Rosé (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2004-maso-delle-rose-rulander-alto-adige/,Rosé,2004,Josef Weger
,Sparkling,France,"A pleasant, easy Crémant, Adam has produced a balanced, fruity wine, with crisp acidity. Made from Pinot Blanc, there is some weight to the wine, but its main impression is of lightness and softness. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Brut,20,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam NV Brut Pinot Blanc (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-nv-brut-pinot-blanc-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Blanc,,Jean-Baptiste Adam
14.3,Red,US,"The winery has focused on Cab Franc, with mixed results, as the variety is tough to master. This bottling is very dry and astringently tannic, but it has a rich core of cherry fruit. Such is the balance that it might soften and sweeten after 2008.",Limited Release,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2002 Limited Release Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2002-limited-release-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Conn Creek
,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. New wood, dark black fruits and spicy tannins dominate this wine. While the oak is obvious, the wine has enough ripe fruit to balance out.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château la Tour de By 2005 Barrel sample  (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-by-2005-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château la Tour de By
12.5,Rose,France,"A typical blend of Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah, this fresh, tangy rosé features hints of cherries and berries layered over peach and canteloupe. White chocolate adds a creamy note to the palate, completing this refreshing wine.",,13,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château la Moutète 2004 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moutete-2004-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2004,Château la Moutète
,Rose,US,"This is one of the darker, more full-bodied rosés you'll ever have, but it's a pretty good one. It's likeable for its ultradryness, and the delicate flavors of rose petal, strawberry and thyme that lead to a complex finish.",Rosato di Syrah,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2004 Rosato di Syrah Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-rosato-syrah-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2004,Castoro Cellars
12.5,White,Italy,"There's a fleshier element to this wine that translated into green overtones: cut grass, kiwi and pear that are typical of the mountainous Alto Adige region. Makes a good show in the mouth with ample spice and power. Imported by Charmer Sales Company.",Puiten,18,87,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2004 Puiten Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2004-puiten-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Colterenzio
11,Sparkling,Italy,"A thick and frothy  bubbly that tickles your nose with its effervescence, lemon-lime acidity, grass and gravel tones. Stone fruit rides smooth over a bone dry, mouth-cleansing finish. Imported by Dalla Terra.",Bosco di Gica,15,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Adami NV Bosco di Gica  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-nv-bosco-gica-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Adami
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Different from the crowd. The nose concedes light raspberry and cranberry aromas, while the palate is a pink passion play that's not that easy to figure out. It's tangy, with citrus and berry mixing in an unconventional manner. Interesting in the mouth; a quality wine. Not run of the mill. Imported by De Maison Selections, Inc.",Rosado Brut Reserva,20,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Avinyó NV Rosado Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avinyo-nv-rosado-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Avinyó
14,Red,Australia,"Briary, clay, fresh green aromas. It's straight down the line on the palate, with black cherry fruit, soft tannins, vanilla accents and a fair amount of flat wood on the palate. Imported by Cellar Door by Pacific Wine Partners.",Verse 1,15,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Brookland Valley 2002 Verse 1 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brookland-valley-2002-verse-1-red-margaret-river-51715/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Brookland Valley
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Full and floral, with good intensity and a very friendly and approachable style. This is what Prosecco is all about: a fun, quaffable wine that leaves your palate clean and revitalized. Imported by Bolliger Wines.",Senior Extra Dry,17,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bortolomiol NV Senior Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-nv-senior-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Bortolomiol
14,White,US,"The vineyard is in the northeastern Salinas Valley, in the Gavilan foothills, which makes it a cool climate. The wine has adequate acidity and oak, with flavors of peaches and cream and a rich, honeyed finish. Could have more depth and complexity, though, especially at this price.",Cypress Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2002 Cypress Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2002-cypress-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2002,Bernardus
12.5,White,Italy,"A very linear and clean wine with a strong mineral component that would do absolute wonders accompanied by salmon croquettes, asparagus canapés or fish soup. Imported by The Country Vintner.",,14,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,I Feudi di Romans 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-feudi-romans-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,I Feudi di Romans
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Classic and austere, with light toast and vanilla aromas in front of stark green apple and lime flavors. A natural dosage on a cava will result in tartness and sleekness, and here that's definitely what you get. Imported by Classical Wines.",Gran Reserva Brut Nature,25,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Huguet de Can Feixes 2001 Gran Reserva Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huguet-2001-gran-reserva-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Huguet de Can Feixes
12,Sparkling,US,"A lovely, blush-colored bubbly, with strong aromas and flavors and a full, rich body. Citrus, rose petal, strawberry, vanilla, yeast and toast flavors mingle in a crisp, dry wine that has a very long, fruity finish.",Brut Rosé,27,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-anderson-valley-49892/,Sparkling Blend,,Roederer Estate
11,White,US,"From the estate vineyard, this bone-dry white wine shows very tart citrus flavors, with a lightly bitter pear skin edge. The alcohol clocks in at just 11%; it's almost Germanically austere, but what a match for crab cakes.",Madeleine,12,87,Washington,Washington Other,Puget Sound,Whidbey Island Winery 2003 Madeleine Angevine (Puget Sound),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-2003-madeleine-other-white-angevine-other-puget-sound/,Angevine,2003,Whidbey Island Winery
,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. Tannins dominate here, hard and dry. The fruit is hidden, so at this stage it's hard to see whether it will ever tame the harshness of the tannins.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2005 Barrel sample  (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2005-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Olivier
,Sparkling,France,"This is ripe, smooth and toasty, with caramel and green fruit flavors. There is some sweetness, coming from the ripeness of the fruit, but the acidity gives the wine a fine balance. Imported by Plume Ridge Negociants.",Cuvée Brut,10,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Blason de Bourgogne NV Cuvée Brut  (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blason-bourgogne-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Blason de Bourgogne
,Red,France,"86-88 Barrel sample. There's too much wood here, obvious on the nose and with dominant flavors of pine shavings. But there is fruit there, even if, at this stage, not rich enough to balance out the wood.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Marquis de Terme 2005 Barrel sample  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marquis-terme-2005-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Marquis de Terme
11,Sparkling,Italy,"There's an initial harshness on the nose due to the carbonation, but it is quickly subdued by tender notes of honeydew melon and kiwi. Light and crisp on the palate, with lingering mineral notes. Imported by Angelini Wine.",Cuvée Brut,15,87,Veneto,Prosecco,,Carpenè Malvolti NV Cuvée Brut  (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpene-malvolti-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco/,Prosecco,,Carpenè Malvolti
11.4,White,Hungary,"This native variety (pronounced Chair-say-ghy Foo-seh-resh) produces a wine loaded with lemon, from the lemon Pine-Sol nose to the lemon custard mouth and tart lemon finish. Despite the lemon, it's round in the mouth, with some spice notes. Imported by MHW, Ltd.",,9,83,Neszmély,,,Craftsman 2004 Cserszegi Fűszeres (Neszmély),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craftsman-2004-other-white-cserszegi-fuszeres-neszmely/,Cserszegi Fűszeres,2004,Craftsman
13.5,White,Italy,Not very expressive and weighed down by some plastic notes that weaken the clean fruit ones. Tart nectarine on the palate.,,20,83,,Collio,,Isidoro Polencic 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isidoro-polencic-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Isidoro Polencic
,White,US,"The color seems off - an unusually deep gold - and the honeyed nose has a sweaty component. Viognier can go bitter in the finish, and this one does. Two bottles tasted, both exactly the same.",,15,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Whidbey Island Winery 2003 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-2003-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2003,Whidbey Island Winery
13,Red,Macedonia,"This blend of the Macedonian Vranec varietal with Merlot starts off well enough, with chocolate and red berry aromas, but falls off in the mouth. Some oak, cinnamon, and tobacco flavors emerge but fade just as quickly, leaving a round, low tannin and low acid wine with very little flavor.",Venus,12,81,Tikves,,,Bovin 2000 Venus Red (Tikves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bovin-2000-venus-red-tikves/,Red Blend,2000,Bovin
,Red,France,"With its aromas of new wood, spice and black fruits, this promises from the start to be a powerful, polished wine. It is dense, very ripe (from the high percentage of Merlot in the blend), but still packed with tannins. It's a massive wine, bringing together the heat of 2003 with the big tannins of Saint-Estèphe. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,150,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Cos d'Estournel
,Red,France,"Managed by Jean-Hubert Delon of Léoville Las Cases, this is without equal in the Medoc appellation. It shows breeding, depth of flavor, beautifully crafted tannins and fine, rich fruit without the overripeness so characteristic of 2003. With its structure, acidity and delicious fruit, this will age as well as any wine from a more classy appellation.",,20,93,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2003  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2003-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Potensac
,Red,US,"This outstanding vineyard consistently delivers a complex bouquet of cherry, earth and citrus rind, leading into sweet red fruits. The citrus peel scent follows through with edgy, lightly bitter flavors that etch the palate. It's a beautifully crafted, slightly exotic, intensely tart and definitive Pinot, ageworthy and food-ready.",Carabella Vineyard,49,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2003 Carabella Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2003-carabella-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rex Hill
,White,US,"Wow. This is one big, impressive Sauvignon Blanc. It's the grass and gooseberry, and the acidity. The wine hits the palate like a bomb, dry and crisp and explosive. Mid-palate, the fruit emerges, peaches, figs, melons, limes, kiwi. This is De Loach's first OFS Sauvignon and it's worthy of the designation.",OFS,20,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2004 OFS Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2004-ofs-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,De Loach
,Red,US,"Ripe and seductive with cherries and sweet cranberries, this young, tight, stylish Pinot has nothing but clear sailing ahead. There's excellent concentration through the midpalate, a light touch with the new oak, and beautifully textured fruit throughout. Love it now or leave it for later; you can't lose either way.",Stermer Vineyard,38,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2003 Stermer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2003-stermer-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lemelson
,Red,US,"Tart red fruit, spicy, pine needle notes, more typical Oregon flavors of resin in this Pinot. Classic styling, with stiffer tannins that set it up well for food.",Wyeast Vineyard,42,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2004 Wyeast Vineyard Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-wyeast-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sineann
,Red,France,The second wine of Château Margaux is certainly as good as many crus bourgeois. This vintage is ripe and elegant.  For fruit that is so ripe what is fascinating is the way the wine finishes with acidity and a great lift. Delicious in three to five years. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.,Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux,65,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2003 Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2003-pavillon-rouge-chateau-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Margaux
,White,US,"Ken Wright is one of more than a dozen winemakers sourcing fruit from this exceptional vineyard. These 30-year-old Chardonnay vines are some of the oldest in the Northwest. Here they display substantial lime and citrus flavors, whiffs of honeysuckle and clover, light peach and some buttery richness in the finish.",Celilo Vineyard,25,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Ken Wright 2004 Celilo Vineyard Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-celilo-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Ken Wright
,Red,US,"Similar to Loring's other single-vineyard Pinots in the exceptionally ripe fruit, with flavors veering into blackberry and cherry pastry, deep espresso, cocoa and spice. However there's considerably more tartness here, with a brisk acidic tingle that accentuates the tannins. Best to cellar this young wine for five years and try again.",Brosseau Vineyard,48,90,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Loring Wine Company 2004 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-brosseau-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
,Red,US,"Classic Oregon Pinot, with penetrating cherry fruit laced with layers of earth and baking spices. Sweet, ripe, very pretty wine with a solid midpalate that resonates through a medium-long finish. Quite a bit of oaky vanilla comes through, but it marries well with the beautiful fruit.",Dundee Hills Cuvée,28,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Rex Hill 2003 Dundee Hills Cuvée Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2003-dundee-hills-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rex Hill
,Red,US,"Has the structure and balance of a fine Cabernet, with a nice balance of tannins, acidity and fruit, and an elegantly tailored mouthfeel. Of course, the flavors are pure Zin, ranging from brambly, wild berries and coffee to white pepper and bitter chocolate.",Old Vine,20,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2003-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Renwood
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Has robust mineral tones with lemon meringue pie, lemon grass and almond skin. Creamy and frothy, but also lightweight in the mouth with a zesty citrus finish. Imported by Panebianco.",Extra Dry,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Drusian NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drusian-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Drusian
,White,US,"For those who love the austere, steel and stone flavors of bone-dry Riesling, this will be a welcome discovery. It has plenty of power, citrus rind flavors of fruit and skin, a persistent minerality and a clean, fresh finish.",Reserve Dry,21,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2004 Reserve Dry Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2004-reserve-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2004,Chehalem
,White,New Zealand,"A ripe, fruity style of Riesling off the gravels of the Brightwater region, this wine features apple and pear flavors, medium body, lovely balance and a long, mostly dry finish. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",Winemakers Collection,,89,Nelson,,,Seifried 2005 Winemakers Collection Riesling (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2005-winemakers-collection-riesling-nelson/,Riesling,2005,Seifried
,Red,New Zealand,"Lovely on the nose, blending peppery, meaty scents with floral notes. On the palate, there's blackberry and cherry fruit, accented by black pepper. A little short on the finish, but a noteworthy effort. Imported by NZ Wine Imports.",,54,89,Wairarapa,,,Schubert 2002 Syrah (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schubert-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-wairarapa/,Syrah,2002,Schubert
,Red,US,"Hard on the heels of the winery's excellent 2002 comes this wine, very much in the same ripe, smooth mold. It's fresher and more youthful in tannins, but has the same blackberry, cassis, cherry and mocha flavors.",Flamenco Rojo,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin & Weyrich 2003 Flamenco Rojo Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2003-flamenco-rojo-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Martin & Weyrich
,Red,US,"So syrupy sweet and delicious, you almost want to pour this over a cup of vanilla ice cream. It's fabulously rich in cherry compote and milk chocolate, yet dry and backed up by crisp acids. Defines the extreme of a ripe, extracted, somewhat heavy Pinot Noir style, but there's no denying how good it tastes.",Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard,48,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Loring Wine Company 2004 Rancho Ontiveros Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-rancho-ontiveros-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
,Red,US,"Despite its rich ripeness, this wine is a bit lighter in alcohol and tighter than Loring's other releases. The tannins and acids suggest midterm cellaring, but if you drink it now, you'll like the richness of the black cherry compote, mocha, Oriental spice and toast flavors.",Naylor Dry Hole Vineyard,48,89,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Loring Wine Company 2004 Naylor Dry Hole Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-naylor-dry-hole-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
13,Red,New Zealand,"In all of the Te Awa offerings, winemaker Jenny Dobson emphasizes texture, and nowhere is this more important than in her Merlot. This is rich, ripe, round and lush—almost fruitcake-like—without ever seeming heavy. Black cherry fruit is dusted with dried herbs and spices, then fades gently on the finish. Imported by R O Imports.",,16,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2002 Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2002-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2002,Te Awa
13,Red,New Zealand,"This top-level red is more complex than the other Te Awa wines, blending tobacco and black olive aromas with savory flavors of earth and leather. There's also a core of black cherries, a creamy texture and an elegant finish. Drink or hold 2–3 years. Imported by R O Imports.",Boundary,25,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2001 Boundary Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2001-boundary-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Te Awa
,Red,US,"King Estate is re-tooling their Pinot lineup, eliminating the reserve tier. This “Signature” bottling incorporates a higher percentage (almost two thirds) of estate-grown fruit. Firm and tight, it's a nice mix of berries and pomegranate, hard and lightly metallic. There are hints of bark and earth, and the structure to improve over the next 3–5 years.",Signature,25,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2003 Signature Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2003-signature-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2003,King Estate
,Red,US,"Lovely nose, scented with violets, sweet candy and rose petals. The flavors balance citrus oil, pineapple, pomegranate and red cherries, detailed and nicely balanced. But there is a note of plastic or Band-aid that creeps into the finish; otherwise this would be rated significantly higher.",McCrone,50,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2004 McCrone Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-mccrone-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ken Wright
,White,New Zealand,"Flinty, fumé-style scents add interest to the aromas, which also include bright, citrusy elements. It's plump and custardy-leesy in the mouth, then turns tart and racy on the finish, ending with strong lime overtones.",Saint Arnaud's Vineyard,,89,Marlborough,,,Gravitas 2005 Saint Arnaud's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gravitas-2005-saint-arnauds-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Gravitas
9.5,White,Germany,"Honeyed apples and pears mark the nose of this sweet but balanced auslese. Tasting it reveals hints of dried apricots, cool mint and an earthy minerality, all tied up in a clean, crisp finish. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Niersteiner Oelberg Auslese,24,89,Rheinhessen,,,Eugen Wehrheim 2003 Niersteiner Oelberg Auslese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugen-wehrheim-2003-niersteiner-oelberg-auslese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2003,Eugen Wehrheim
,Red,France,"Cantenac-Brown has been tending to classic Margaux delicacy in recent years, but this 2003 is an exception. It is round and full of ripe blackberry fruits, with good tannins and is likely to develop well. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,27,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Cantenac Brown
,Red,France,"A stunning modern cellar has been constructed at this property owned by Marie-Laure Lurton. The wine has some modern polish and richness, but it is still very Margaux, showing elegant fruit to go with the ripe tannins and black  jelly flavors. This is an attractively restrained wine, which should age well over the next 5–7 years.",,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château la Tour de Bessan 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-bessan-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château la Tour de Bessan
,Red,France,"Under the control of the winemaking team of Lafite, this estate is on a roll. This is a beautifully balanced wine, with complexity, richness and cassis, figs and black plums. It is developing relatively quickly, and will be ready to drink in two to three years. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,55,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Duhart-Milon
,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Potensac, and under the same ownership as Château Léoville Las Cases, this is an impressive wine in its own right, packed with very ripe fruit, but still preserving the outline and structure of a solid Médoc. There is a wood element, but it is mainly the luscious black fruit that stands out in this wine. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Chapelle de Potensac,30,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2003 Chapelle de Potensac  (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2003-chapelle-de-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Potensac
,Red,US,"Built more along the lines of the '02 than the massive '01, this Pinot is elegant and streamlined. It's polished now in black cherry, pomegranate, rhubarb, coffee and vanilla flavors, and nice and silky, providing a complex, thoroughly satisfying Pinot experience.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,30,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2003 Mitsuko's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2003-mitsukos-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Clos Pegase
,Red,New Zealand,"With no La Collina bottling in 2003, all the best fruit is in this single bottling—and the quality shines. Lovely pepper and berry scents pick up a touch of meaty complexity. Smooth and richly textured, with clean blackberry flavors that end in supple tannins. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",Syrah-Viognier,30,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Bilancia 2003 Syrah-Viognier Shiraz-Viognier (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bilancia-2003-syrah-viognier-shiraz-syrah-viognier-hawkes-bay/,Shiraz-Viognier,2003,Bilancia
,Red,New Zealand,"Based on a number of the wines, Gisborne's climate seems well-suited to Gewürz, in this case producing a rich, deep bottling that may not be as flamboyant as some but still displays textured flavors of pear, rose petal and spice without any bitterness. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",Patutahi Estate,25,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Brancott 2004 Patutahi Estate Gewürztraminer (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2004-patutahi-estate-gewurztraminer-hawkes-bay/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Brancott
,Red,US,"Fogarty has a great track record with Cabernet, including Cab Franc, and this is an interesting, complex wine. It's dry and tannic. There's a gamy, leathery note to the blackberry and coffee fruit that finishes with great length. Despite the tannins, it doesn't seem like an ager, so drink up.",Camel Hill Vineyard,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2002 Camel Hill Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2002-camel-hill-vineyard-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Thomas Fogarty
12.5,White,Italy,"It's a little difficult nailing down descriptors for these aromas: There's a smoky quality, pink grapefruit and a dose of minerality. The mouth, on the other hand, is very defined, with well-balanced crispness. Imported by Italian Wine Growers.",,14,86,,Friuli Isonzo,,Cormòns 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cormons-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cormòns
,Red,France,"85-87 Barrel sample. A very dry, rather hard wine, redeemed by its solid structure that promises fruit to come.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Tour de Pin Figeac Moueix 2005 Barrel sample  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-pin-figeac-moueix-2005-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château la Tour de Pin Figeac Moueix
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"White flowers and stone fruit come together to form a feminine and refined whole. Although the nose is intense and generous, the mouthfeel is a bit less so, with some bitterness on the close. Imported by J&L Wine Imports.",Brut,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Conte Collalto NV Brut  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-collalto-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Conte Collalto
15,Red,Spain,"Licorice, pepper and raisin join forces on a can't-miss bouquet that's all Monastrell and all southern Spain. Dark and candied, with tons of cooked brown sugar. This is what you'd call big and tannic, with a hard, grabby mouthfeel. One glass we can recommend; two or more might be tough to handle.",Dulce,24,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 2003 Dulce Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-silvano-garcia-2003-dulce-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2003,Bodegas Silvano Garcia
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Shows lemongrass, garden greens, orange blossom and lemon-lime with sweet, mature honeydew on the nose. On the sweet side, but tasty, with a creamy, frothy finish. Imported by Winebow.",Zeta Dry,20,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,Zardetto 2004 Zeta Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-2004-zeta-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano/,Prosecco,2004,Zardetto
,Sparkling,France,"Founded in 1902, this is the oldest cooperative in Alsace and now one of the largest. It produces big quantities of sparkling wine, this rosé, with its fresh strawberry flavors, being typical. It has attractive acidity, some Pinot Noir tannins and a touch of vanilla. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Rosé Brut,19,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Wolfberger NV Rosé Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfberger-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Wolfberger
,Sparkling,Italy,"A less intense extra dry Prosecco compared to others, but very floral with pleasant streaks of banana, melon, white stone and peach. Nicely balanced, this wine imparts a fresh, perky feeling in the mouth. Imported by Wine Wave.",Marca Oro,15,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Valdo NV Marca Oro  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdo-nv-marca-oro-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Valdo
,Red,US,"Pure Sangiovese, soft and slightly leafy. It clearly shows its varietal character in the way the wine is structured, with relatively high acids and hints of tobacco leaf. Smooth and easy-drinking.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2004 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2004-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2004,Tamarack Cellars
13,White,Italy,"Keep your eye out for this producer and his elegant Russiz Superiore Pinot Grigio that delivers top marks in terms of fruitiness and freshness. Loads of fruit from melon to apple to pineapple, with solid weight in the mouth. Imported by Della Terra.",,20,87,,Collio,,Russiz Superiore 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russiz-superiore-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Russiz Superiore
19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Shows a lifted fruit character on the nose—maybe even a little hint of nail polish—but also some earth and berry scents. Bright raspberry flavors on the palate are backed by mineral notes, finishing crisp. Lacks the weight and structure of the best vintage Ports. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Vintage,30,87,Port,,,Quinta do Vale Meão 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-meao-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Vale Meão
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe and plummy, with blackberry on the inviting nose. Sizable on the palate, with raspberry and cassis in spades. Wholesome and nice, with no noticeable flaws. Good, affordable Cabernet doesn't come around every day, but this is an exception to the rule. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Oak Cask,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Oak Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-oak-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Trapiche
,Sparkling,France,"The pale pink color of this wine is instantly appealing, conjuring up lazy summer days. Made from Pinot Noir, the wine has a smooth, ripe strawberry taste, with just a touch of smoky tannin. Crisp and acidic on the finish. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Brut Rosé,18,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Pierre Sparr NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Noir,,Pierre Sparr
13,White,Italy,A copperish colored wine with opulent yellow fruit notes and a subtle toastiness render a unique nose and give the wine a distinct personality. Good consistency and finish. Imported by Villa Italia.,Olivers,20,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Pierpaolo Pecorari 2004 Olivers Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierpaolo-pecorari-2004-olivers-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Pierpaolo Pecorari
12.5,White,Italy,"The wine's name: Grigio Mascalzone (loosely translated as “troublemaker”) pays homage to some of the difficulties winemakers may encounter when making Pinot Grigio. This copper-tinged wine boasts applesauce and cinnamon aromas, a spicy elegance and a tart mouthfeel. Imported by Superior Wines LLC.",Grigio Mascalzone,16,87,,Friuli Isonzo,,Lorenzon 2004 Grigio Mascalzone Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorenzon-2004-grigio-mascalzone-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Lorenzon
13,White,Italy,"A bigger, bolder style with rich toasted notes of almond, vanilla and stone fruit. Very clear, with a lean, fresh mouthfeel yet those strong toasted notes might not appeal to everyone. Imported by Panebianco.",,16,87,,Delle Venezie,,Loredan Gasparini 2005 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loredan-gasparini-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Loredan Gasparini
,Red,US,"This complements the winery's “Rosso” and “Red” blends; it's the Bordeaux blend in the trio. The color is a bit murky, and the flavors, though pleasant enough, have a certain murkiness also, mixing earth, toast, hazelnut, some indistinct red fruits and a finishing lick of raspberry preserves. It's a good, all-purpose quaffing wine, but doesn't quite conjure up Bordeaux.",Rouge,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lone Canary 2003 Rouge Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lone-canary-2003-rouge-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Lone Canary
,White,US,"Soft and oaky, this is a simple Chardonnay with more than its share of buttery oak. Flavors are cracker, toast, buttered nuts; there is little impact from the fruit.",Proprietor's Reserve,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Maryhill 2003 Proprietor's Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maryhill-2003-proprietors-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Maryhill
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Fat, sweet aromas such as fruit salad and poached pear greet the nose, but there's also a lactic element at the back. Light and lean, with a blast of refreshing crispness on the finish. Imported by Mionetto USA.",Extra Dry,13,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Mionetto
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Aromas and flavors of white grapefruit, honeyed stone fruits and lemon custard complement the ample mouthfeel. Finishes on a bright, citrusy note that's balanced and rounded out by a light touch of toast. Imported by R O Imports.",,16,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2004-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Te Awa
,Red,New Zealand,"Peg Bay's Maestro is only bottled in the best vintages, the last being 1998, a wine that continues to age beautifully. In 2001, it's predominantly (75%) Merlot, with the remainder mainly Malbec (15%), with smaller proportions of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Combines toasty new oak with cassis and dried spices in a medium-weight wine, then adds an explosive, tobacco-laden finish. Not available in the US.",Maestro,,90,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 2001 Maestro Merlot-Malbec (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2001-maestro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-malbec-waipara/,Merlot-Malbec,2001,Pegasus Bay
7.5,White,Germany,"Befitting its namesake Würzgarten vineyard, this wine starts off with musky-spicy notes layered over ripe pear and apple fruit and smoky, slate-driven aromas. It's light in body, yet it doesn't lack for strength or intensity at all, finishing long, with cleansing, lime-like acids. Imported by Loosen Bros. USA.",Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett,20,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2004 Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2004-urziger-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Loosen
,Red,France,"Arsac has become the artistic center of the Médoc, rivaling Mouton-Rothschild's museum. Since buying Arsac in 1986, owner Philippe Rauox has achieved a big turnround in quality: this 2003 Cuvée Le Colombier, the top wine from the property, shows great dusty tannins, hearty fruit and considerable richness. Imported by Victoire Imports.",Cuvée le Colombier,30,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Arsac 2003 Cuvée le Colombier  (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darsac-2003-cuvee-le-colombier-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château d'Arsac
,Red,US,"Daedalus is a very talented young winery making brilliant wines at sensible prices. The sources for this wine include Carabella, Momtazi, Maresh and Seven Springs, all superior vineyards. Winemaker Aron Hess is one of Oregon's rising stars. Sweet fruit, dried herbs, sandalwood and spice in a clean, silky, seductive, well-rounded and seamless wine.",,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Daedalus 2003 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Daedalus
,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is certainly an oaky wine. It's made in a fruit-forward style, and seems lusher, softer and more accessible than K-J's other new release, Highlands Estates Cabernets from Sonoma County. Of course, it's also more than four years old now. It's a really good wine, with a flashy opulence that makes it appealing.",Stature,95,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2001 Stature Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2001-stature-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,New Zealand,"With its medium body and berry-tea flavors, this is more a claret-style Zin than is the current rage in California, but it nicely balances ripe berry flavors with peppery, leafy and rhubarb notes. Drink now. Imported by Total Beverage Solution.",Reserve,25,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2002 Reserve Zinfandel (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2002-reserve-zinfandel-hawkes-bay/,Zinfandel,2002,Kemblefield
,White,New Zealand,"Wonderfully ripe and tropical, bursting with stone fruits as well, with just a hint of capsicum to remind you it's Sauvignon Blanc. Round-bodied and concentrated, yet fresh and clean. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",,16,90,Marlborough,,,Lawson's Dry Hills 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawsons-dry-hills-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Lawson's Dry Hills
,Red,US,"Hartford is a high-aiming, small winery that's part of the Jess Jackson empire. The single-vineyard Pinots are outstanding, this regional bottling somewhat less so. Still, it catches the cool Sonoma Coast qualities of acidity and elegance. You'll find cherry and green tea flavors, and the wine should develop over the next five years.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hartford 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Hartford
13.5,White,Germany,"Even if it's a bit weighty, this Riesling remains balanced, thanks to intense minerality and crisp acids. Apricot and peach scents on the nose mingle with wet stones and hints of cinnamon, turning slightly oily and viscous on the palate. Finishes dry and clean. Imported by Classical Wines.",Königsbacher Idig Spätlese Trocken,54,90,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 2004 Königsbacher Idig Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-2004-konigsbacher-idig-spatlese-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,A. Christmann
,White,US,"Despite never having seen a splinter of wood, this wine is hugely rich and enormous in the most palate-flattering flavors. It's an explosion of jammy peaches, Delicious apples, mangoes and kiwi fruits. The acidity is high and the wine is balanced and clean, but it's the amazing fruit that really stars.",,16,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2004 Pinot Grigio (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Vino Con Brio
,Red,France,"The Mau family, who also run négociants Yvon Mau, have poured money into this Médoc chateau, bringing it back to life. It has paid off in this powerful, rich 2003, which packs blackberry flavors alongside new wood, polished tannins and  impressive aging potential. Imported by Victoire Imports.",,21,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Preuillac 2003  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-preuillac-2003-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Preuillac
,Red,France,"Under the management of Jean Merlaut, this estate has lost some of the super-opulence of the wines of the 90s, and gained finesse and elegance. That has stood the 2003 in good stead, emphasizing solidity and dry tannins to balance the wood and cranberry flavors of the fruit. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,60,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gruaud Larose 2003  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gruaud-larose-2003-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Gruaud Larose
,Red,France,"With the huge investment of the Edmond de Rothschild family, it is no surprise that this is the most powerful Listrac wine. This is rich, hugely dense, and very ripe. The tannins are more dusty and soft than usual Bordeaux, but that is the year. Vanilla and grilled almonds show through as the wine finishes. A successful wine that should age well. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",,30,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Clarke 2003  Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clarke-2003-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Clarke
10.5,White,New Zealand,"At 10.5% alcohol and 25 g/L of residual sugar, this is a beautifully balanced spätlese-styled Riesling. Apple and pineapple aromas and flavors are tinged with honey. Like the 2004 Dry Riesling, this is delicate without being frail.",Target Gully,,90,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2004 Target Gully Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2004-target-gully-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2004,Mt. Difficulty
,Sparkling,New Zealand,"This sparkling blend of 65% Chard and 35% Pinot spends a minimum of 42 months on the lees prior to disgorgement, giving it a toasty, autolytic bouquet that marries well with the crisp, clean, lemony flavors. Verging on austere, but in a mouthwatering way. Try as an apéritif. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",Chauvet,28,90,Central Otago,,,Quartz Reef 2001 Chauvet Sparkling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartz-reef-2001-chauvet-sparkling-central-otago/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Quartz Reef
,Red,US,"Intense and concentrated in fruit, fully dry, and with lush, thick tannins, this Petite Sirah aims for the front of the pack and succeeds. Flavorwise, it's rich in blackberries, plum pudding, espresso and spice flavors that finish long and impressively complex. Great now, and should hold and develop over the next decade.",,25,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mettler Family Vineyards 2003 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mettler-family-2003-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2003,Mettler Family Vineyards
,Red,US,"This wine typically starts life out as a young, tannic puppy, and although it has ripe flavors and a suppleness that can handle rich meats and cheeses, it's best to cellar it. This vintage is quite undeveloped, wrapped in tannic astringency, but with a hopeful core of fruit that should age well from 2008 on.",Oliver Hill Estate Vineyards,65,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 2002 Oliver Hill Estate Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2002-oliver-hill-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,B.R. Cohn
,White,US,"This fascinating wine is bone dry and tart in acids, with citrus, melon, fig and gooseberry flavors that finish with a rich spiciness. Be careful not to chill it too much. You might even want to decant it for a while before refrigerating. It gets better as it breathes in the glass.",,28,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-spring-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Spring Mountain Vineyard
,Red,US,"The fruit is from the Eola Hills, and it has an interesting bloody character, like raw meat. It's a more Burgundian style than most Sineanns, and riper than most Eola Hills fruit. It hints at earth, leather and marrow, with pretty, plummy fruit laced with cinnamon. An elegant, yet distinctive wine.",Schindler Vineyard,42,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2004 Schindler Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-schindler-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sineann
,Red,US,"A new wine, from a winery started by a retired 4-star general, that shows real command of the genre. It's classically structured, with ripe black currant fruit framed in sturdy, rich tannins. Could develop additional complexity with up to 10 years of age, but it's a good Cabernet right now.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello Da Vinci 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-vinci-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Castello Da Vinci
,Red,New Zealand,"Much like the Bilancia La Collina, also crafted by winemaker Warren Gibson, there's a touch of stone-fruit character to this wine, along with plenty of black- and blueberry fruit. Rich, intense and tannic, this needs time to show additional complexity. Hold 3–5 years. Imported by Davies & Co.",Homage,100,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Trinity Hill 2002 Homage Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-hill-2002-homage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2002,Trinity Hill
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Smooth and sexy, this trilogy of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot offers a wood-driven nose with eucalyptus, brown sugar, vanilla and chocolate, all tinged with spice. The flavors of dark berry, eucalyptus and earth, while more subdued, still manage to convey  strength, and lead to smooth tannins and chocolate on the finish. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Tilogy (Estate Reserve),30,90,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2003 Tilogy (Estate Reserve) Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2003-tilogy-estate-reserve-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Warwick
9,White,Germany,"Ripe apples meet oily terpenes in this medium-bodied spätlese. Baked apple and sweet melon notes pick up hints of spice and kerosene on the palate, finishing long and clean. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Erdener Treppchen Spätlese,20,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Stephan Ehlen 2004 Erdener Treppchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephan-ehlen-2004-erdener-treppchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Stephan Ehlen
,Red,US,"What a nice Pinot this is. It's not only easy to drink, it's complex in the interplay of fruit, acids and oak. There are black and red cherries, pomegranates, sweet rhubarb pie, mocha and spicebox flavors, wrapped in an elegantly silky package. The finish is deep and long.",,26,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,MacRostie
14.5,Red,Chile,"Bright and bold, with forceful berry aromas in front of dark, saturated fruit flavors. Medium to full in weight, with a sturdy tannic structure. Shows a big spice, pepper and chocolate element on the finish. Typically large and satisfying. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,22,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2004 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2004-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Lapostolle
,Red,US,"A fine mix of sweet, young, pretty cherry fruit. Not just a simple fruit basket, it is firm, but yielding, with finishing flavors of earth and wood.",,20,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Raptor Ridge
,Red,New Zealand,"Starting with its perfumed nose of flowers, tobacco and black cherry, this shows lovely balance in a Bordeaux-style red, layering fruit flavors with notes of herbs, dried spices and black olive. Approximately one-third Cabernet Franc, the rest Merlot. Drink now–2012. Imported by Vincor USA.",Tané,25,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Kim Crawford 2000 Tané Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2000-tane-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Kim Crawford
,Red,US,"Pretty, spicy scents of berry and cranberry mix with sweet plum on the palate. Lovely, aromatic and sweet, this young wine needs a little more time than its stable mates; it's still a bit yeasty and tight. But very nicely made and balanced.",Nysa,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2004 Nysa Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-nysa-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ken Wright
,Red,US,"This is a huge (16% alcohol) decisive, clearly Californian Zin. The flavors are massively rich and fruity and the wine is, in its own eccentric way, addictively good. Just be sure to bring a designated driver.",Black Sears Vineyard,38,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 2003 Black Sears Vineyard Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-2003-black-sears-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2003,Howell Mountain Vineyards
,Red,US,"The Labyrinth bottling is made from older vines than the regular Pinot from Daedalus, and it is saturated with color and scents of mixed flowers. Rich, complex and textural, it adds unusual notes of mineral, hay and herb to the explosion of raspberry and cherry fruit.",Labyrinth,39,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Daedalus 2003 Labyrinth Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2003-labyrinth-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Daedalus
14.3,Dessert,US,"Quite sweet and forward in apricot nectar and creme brulee flavors, this dessert wine is an immediate palate pleaser. It has nice citrusy acidity for clean balance. One sip leads to another, but beware. It's fairly hefty in alcohol.",Nightingale Private Reserve,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2002 Nightingale Private Reserve Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2002-nightingale-private-reserve-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Beringer
,Red,France,"This chateau has recently been purchased by an insurance company. Money has been no object in restructuring the property, and the results for the past 4 or 5 vintages have been impressive. It's a ripe wine, almost opulent, with ripe cherry and blueberry flavors, lending sweetness and tannins. Flattering now, it will mature quickly. Imported by PJ Wines.",,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Agassac 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dagassac-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château d'Agassac
,Red,France,"Finally it looks as if Lascombes is back on form. With its huge vineyard, a good selection of the best fruit has been the issue, and this has happened with 2003. It's not a huge wine, but there is smooth, polished fruit, layered with wood and  dusty tannins. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,50,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Lascombes 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascombes-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Lascombes
,White,New Zealand,"Toasty, mealy and custardy on the nose, yet this wine has the stuffing to handle it, balancing all those aromas with apple, pear and lemon fruit that steers clear of the overtly tropical notes often found in Gisborne Chardonnay. Slightly long and nutty on the finish. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",Ormond,24,90,Gisborne,,,Brancott 2004 Ormond Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2004-ormond-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2004,Brancott
,Red,France,"The improvement in this once-moribund estate in recent years has been astounding. This 2003 continues the trend, packed with almost opulent red fruits and balancing vanilla flavors, with a good layer of dusty tannins. There is fine acidity to finish, and the promise of good aging potential.",,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Liversan 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-liversan-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Liversan
,Red,France,"A powerful, opulent wine that is packed with the ripe fruit of 2003. Its structure is dense, showing relatively soft but dry tannins. The high proportion of Merlot (59%) shows in the jammy fruits, and in the generosity of the finish. Imported by Eber Bros./Paramount Brands.",,,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Anthonic 2003  Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-anthonic-2003-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Anthonic
,Red,France,"This chateau should be better recognized than it is: maybe the complex name doesn't help. But this 2003 is a really fine wine, all the elements in the right place. There is solid, chunky black fruit, and a  layer of tannin topped by some toastiness from wood. To finish there is acidity and dryness, which promise aging potential. A property to watch. Imported by Casa Bruno.",,,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 2003  Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dutruch-grand-poujeaux-2003-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux
,Red,US,"Here's a lush, juicy Syrah, rich in black currant, cherry, blueberry, chocolate and coffee flavors that are so long and deep, you just can't help liking it. The wine is soft in texture, and achieves real deliciousness and complexity.",Reserve,18,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2003 Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Castoro Cellars
8.2,White,Germany,"A nicely balanced auslese that's not too rich or sweet, marrying ripe apples and pears with floral notes, tropical fruit and a healthy dose of crushed-stone minerality. Finishes with flourishes of pineapple and citrus. Imported by Classical Wines.",Ürziger Goldwingert Auslese,48,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,C.H. Berres 2004 Ürziger Goldwingert Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ch-berres-2004-urziger-goldwingert-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,C.H. Berres
,Red,US,"At 15-3/4% alcohol, this wine is a little hot, but that's in keeping with the enormity of fruit. The blackberry tart and chocolate-covered cherry flavors are so enormous, they seem to require a package of equal size. The result is dry, balanced and delicious.",Old Vine,26,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-2003-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2003,Howell Mountain Vineyards
,White,New Zealand,"This apple and lime-scented wine offers wonderfully pure, delicate flavors without being unassertive. It's medium-bodied, easily carrying its 12.5% alcohol and tastes quite dry. Lingers elegantly on the finish.",Dry,,90,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2004 Dry Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2004-dry-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2004,Mt. Difficulty
,Red,US,"Concentrated, tannic and earthy, the reserve shows dense black cherry fruit, sweet plum, hints of leaf, forest floor and damp earth. Firm, tannic and substantial; give it plenty of breathing time.",Reserve,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Ponzi
,White,US,"Stainless steel fermented and aged, to bring bright, acid-driven fruit to the forefront. Full-bodied and flavorful, with nicely mixed stone fruits, pineapple, green berries and lemony citrus. It sets up sharply on the palate and holds true, just waiting for some fresh shellfish.",INOX,17,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2004 INOX Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2004-inox-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Chehalem
,White,US,"Chewy, minty and firm, with full-bodied flavors of apricot and peach. The fleshy fruit is enhanced with sur lies aging in 40% new French oak barrels.",Clos du Soleil Vineyard,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2003 Clos du Soleil Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2003-clos-soleil-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Serene
,Red,US,"These are lighter, less ripe flavors—pomegranate, rhubarb, salmonberry—but nicely turned in this warm vintage. Some cinnamon spice sweetens the naturally earthy, green tea tannins.",Marjorie Vineyard,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2003 Marjorie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2003-marjorie-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cristom
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"The opening aromas feature a hint of white pepper, but the emphasis is on ripe blackberries. That ripe character carries over to the texture, which features lush, creamy fruit that retains a sense of freshness. Dusty tannins on the finish suggest some ageability; drink now–2010, or possibly even longer. Imported by R O Imports.",,20,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2002 Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2002,Te Awa
,Red,US,"It would be a shame to drink this wine too young. It's tannic, and we know that Pinots from this vineyard need time. It's rich in cherry, cola, coffee and spice flavors. Should begin to open by '07 and hang in there for another three or four years before it begins to tire.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,54,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Testarossa 2004 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-sanford-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Testarossa
13,White,New Zealand,"This winery's Sauvignon is reassuringly back on form following a tough 2004 vintage. Peach and pink grapefruit lead the way, bolstered by wonderful ripeness and texture on the midpalate. Finishes on a crisp, grapefruity note. Imported by Guardian of the Grape Imports.",,20,90,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Jackson Estate
,Red,US,"Forward, tart and spicy, the Canary Hill's tangy red fruit is lifted with light citrus—lime and grapefruit. Nicely balanced and moderate in length.",Canary Hill,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2004 Canary Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-canary-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ken Wright
,Red,US,"Broadly fruity and undeniably delicious, the winery's reserve mixes raspberry and bing cherry preserves, spicy baked apple and dusty cinnamon. Smooth, young and ready to go. What's not to like?",Reserve,39,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Raptor Ridge
,Red,US,"Last year's release was the best Bonterra Merlot ever. This one's right up there. It's rich and dry and exceedingly fruity, with long, deep cherry, blackberry and cocoa flavors complexed with coffee and herb nuances. The mouthfeel is vibrant and interesting.",,15,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2003 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2003-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2003,Bonterra
,Red,US,"This is a wild, untamed wine. Pours dark and thick, with a young, shut-down aroma of wild blackberries. In the mouth, it explodes, rich in blackberry and cassis flavor packed into huge, astringent tannins. Clearly will live for a very long time. Best now after decanting; will age through 2015 if not longer.",,27,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2003 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2003-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Shannon Ridge
,Red,US,"Created as a Zinfandel specialist, Mariah produces exquisitely crafted, although big-boned, Zins from this high-altitude appellation. The wine is dry and balanced, with a rich earthiness to the blackberry, coffee and tobacco flavors. It's also very tannic, and needs to be served with the right fare. Lamb and duck come to mind.",,35,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Mariah 2002 Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mariah-2002-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,2002,Mariah
14,Red,Chile,"Structured, tight and linear at first, and then air unveils good oak notes, red fruit and tobacco. Ripe and loaded in the mouth, with bold cassis and cherry flavors. Good tannins, spice, warmth, and a pleasing outlook make this a winner. Imported by Laird & Company.",Single Vineyard Reserve,17,90,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2003 Single Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2003-single-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-franc-central-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Valdivieso
,White,New Zealand,"Not quite as special as the Moutere bottling, but Neudorf's Nelson Chardonnay, which contains mostly Moutere fruit, is still a standout. Toasty, pineapple aromas are more obvious than those in Moutere, and the wine is slightly less textured but carries more upfront tropical and peach fruit. Ends on a spicy, oaky note. Drink now-2010. Imported by Epic Wines.",,30,90,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2004 Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2004-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2004,Neudorf
,White,US,"Monterey Chards often exhibit this aroma, which makes you think you could pick them out in a blind tasting. The wine smells fresh and juicy, with Key lime pie and tropical fruit notes. In the mouth, it's rich, fruit-forward and oaky. This Chard is designed to dazzle.",Vintner's Selection,23,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Wines of Carmel 2003 Vintner's Selection Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-carmel-2003-vintners-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Wines of Carmel
,White,New Zealand,"At 7.5% alcohol and 70g/L of residual sugar, this is more of an auslese-style Riesling, marrying petrolly, minerally notes to sweet apple, melon and peach flavors. Long and clean on the finish.",Long Gully,,90,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2004 Long Gully Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2004-long-gully-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2004,Mt. Difficulty
,Red,US,"Martin & Weyrich, which is based in Paso Robles, has released three consecutive vintages of this red Napa Valley blend, which is comprised of multiple Spanish and Portuguese varieties. This is the best of the trio, rich and dense, filled with extracted berry flavors and sweet tobacco. It's an interesting, complex wine. Try as an alternative to Cab or Zin.",Flamenco Rojo,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin & Weyrich 2002 Flamenco Rojo Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2002-flamenco-rojo-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Martin & Weyrich
,White,US,"Delivers just what consumers want in a Viognier, namely, vibrantly exotic and powerful fruity flavor. Mangoes, papayas, anything your heart desires can be found, in a rich, dry, creamy texture. White chocolate even shows up in the long, delicious finish.",,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2004 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2004-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2004,Fess Parker
,White,New Zealand,"Subtly toasty on the nose, adding bits of apple and peach flavors to the mix. This vintage of Felton Road's Chard isn't as rich or weighty as some years, but its quality still shines through on the bright, citrusy finish. The 2005 will be imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Barrel Fermented,,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2004 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2004-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2004,Felton Road
,Red,France,"A perfumed wine, with delicate freshness as well as big, solid tannins. It's full of fresh blackberry jelly flavors. At the end, the general impression is of a surprisingly delicate wine for the year. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Marbuzet 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marbuzet-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Marbuzet
,Red,France,"For a Médoc, this is an impressively rich wine, which maybe owes a little to the training of the technical director at Château Lynch Bages, well know for its sumptuous wines. Grivière's 2003 is a powerful, smooth, almost velvety wine with great juicy flavors, but, in the proper Bordeaux fashion, finishes dry and firm. Imported by World Wine Source.",,,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Grivière 2003  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-griviere-2003-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Grivière
,Red,US,"A beautiful wine, exceptionally smooth, supple and silky. It has youthful spice and fine, mixed red fruit and berry flavors. Harmonious, interesting and lively with a perfect blend of baking spices and crisp acids.",3 Vineyard,25,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2003 3 Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2003-3-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Chehalem
,Red,France,"For a young wine, this is remarkably balanced. With fine but not powerful tannins and sweet black fruit flavors, it is polished, with vanilla accents and good acidity. It is already well integrated and should develop relatively quickly. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,32,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2003  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2003-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Talbot
14.1,Red,Chile,"Even if this isn't the best Casa Real in recent years, it stands out from the crowd and doesn't have to work hard to do so. The nose is tight and clean, with leather, spice and cherry aromas. The palate is packed with cherry and cassis, and the finish is lively but balanced. Despite a down vintage, this is Chilean Cabernet at its finest. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Casa Real,50,91,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2002 Casa Real Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2002-casa-real-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Santa Rita
,Red,US,"Here's a huge, flamboyant Pinot, dramatically young and vibrant in massive black cherry, mocha and cinnamon spice flavors that are wrapped in tannins seemingly made of pure velvet. It's eccentric, and quintessentially Californian. Beware the high alcohol.",Durell Vineyard,48,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Loring Wine Company 2004 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-durrell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
,Red,US,"So rich and dramatically flavorful, it's practically a new food group. Stuns with the power of its black cherry, blackberry jam, dark chocolate, coffee and toast flavors that unfold in waves on the palate and just go on and on. Fully dry, the wine represents a triumph of modern viticulture and enology. But it will take some artful cooking to come up with a dish to pair it with.",Cargasacchi Vineyard,48,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Loring Wine Company 2004 Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-cargasacchi-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
13,White,Germany,"Starts slow, gradually ramping up its complexity and concentration as it warms in the glass, eventually opening up to show scents of diesel and peach pit alongside flavors of lime, peach and melon. Throughout, there's a strong sensation of minerality, ending on a crisp, mouthwatering note. Imported by Classical Wines.",Deidesheimer Hohenmorgen GC Fass 23 QbA,50,91,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 2004 Deidesheimer Hohenmorgen GC Fass 23 QbA Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-2004-deidesheimer-hohenmorgen-gc-fass-23-qba-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
,Red,France,"Always one of the star crus bourgeois, Chasse-Spleen has produced a 2003 that manages to combine the rich, ripe fruits of the year with the right tannins and sweetness, along with blackberry fruits. It has the elegance and delicacy of Moulis, as well as some good intensity of flavor. A wine that will certainly age for 10 years or more.",,24,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Chasse-Spleen 2003  Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chasse-spleen-2003-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Chasse-Spleen
,Red,France,"One of the great estates of southern Saint-Julien, producing wines whose regularity in succeeding vintages is remarkable. For 2003, Branaire has produced a dark wine, with dry, powerful tannins coming from very ripe fruit. The wood is dry and toasty, leaving a general impression of a wine that will age at a stately pace. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,40,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Branaire-Ducru 2003  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branaire-ducru-2003-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Branaire-Ducru
,Red,France,"This is a wine that needs time. It has been made with firm tannins and some toasty wood over the ripe fruit of 2003, but at this stage, it is more about structure than opulence. That said, though, this is going to be a very fine wine in about five years. It is a powerful expression of the year, and if drunk now, should be decanted.",,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Labégorce Margaux
,Red,US,"The Carter has an appealing softness in the mouth; it's almost airy, but not thin or dull in any way. Cranberry/cherry fruit seems to float above pillowy tannins, with just a bare hint of mint in the finish. Light and delicate.",Carter,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2004 Carter Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-carter-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ken Wright
,White,New Zealand,"Not that expressive on the nose, giving up little more than some faintly nutty-leesy scents. But this is nicely weighty on the palate without being heavy, with custardy accents to its complex citrus and tropical flavors. Long on the finish, where it picks up hints of dried spices. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",,20,91,Waipara,,,Mount Cass 2004 Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-cass-2004-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2004,Mount Cass
,White,New Zealand,"Starts off with hints of bell pepper and grapefruit, then adds stone fruit flavors on the palate. It remains focused and citrusy throughout, with a strong, minerally core. Powerful, yet lingers elegantly on the finish.",Catherine's Run,20,91,Awatere Valley,,,The Crossings 2004 Catherine's Run Sauvignon Blanc (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2004-catherines-run-sauvignon-blanc-awatere-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,The Crossings
,Red,US,"The biggest, brawniest wine in the lineup, the Jessie is also the most hard and severe upon opening. A luscious blend of red, blue and black berries, it is shot through with mineral, earth, leaf and bark as well.",Jessie Vineyard,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2003 Jessie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2003-jessie-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cristom
14,Red,Chile,"Earthy and real, with strong hints of menthol, forest floor, cassis and other concentrated berry notes. Ripe on the palate with a bit of berry candy balanced by cola, toast and vanilla. Solid by any first-class standards, with firm tannins and acids providing structure. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Don Melchor,47,91,Puente Alto,,,Concha y Toro 2002 Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2002-don-melchor-cabernet-sauvignon-puente-alto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Concha y Toro
,White,US,"Although the grape sourcing on Overlook has changed, the wine's price has barely nudged over the years, and it still shows the polish and zest of all Landmark's Chardonnays. It's a wonderfully rich wine, finely balanced and rewarding.",Overlook,26,91,California,California Other,Sonoma County-Monterey County-Santa Barbara County,Landmark 2004 Overlook Chardonnay (Sonoma County-Monterey County-Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2004-overlook-chardonnay-other-sonoma-county-monterey-county-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Landmark
15,Red,South Africa,"This dark wine hints at Cabernet with aromas of cassis, tobacco, menthol and coffee. The palate entry offers up vanilla and coffee, backed by red berry. Smooth and firm in the mouth, this wine is beautifully proportioned, ending long with dark berry and coffee notes. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.",Biography,23,91,Western Cape,,,Raka 2002 Biography Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raka-2002-biography-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2002,Raka
,Red,US,"Soft and velvety in texture, this delicious Cab is rich in cassis and chocolate flavors. It's not just a fruit bomb, though, due to the complex interplay of finely ground tannins, crisp acids and toasty oak.",Andriana's Cuvée,20,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2003 Andriana's Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2003-andrianas-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Summers
,Red,France,"This Roederer-owned property has produced an impressive wine this vintage. Full, plump and rich, and packed with firm black fruits which are layered with fine, pure acidity. This is a wine that is likely to age, over 5–10 years. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",,39,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château de Pez 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-pez-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château de Pez
,Red,US,"This is eastern Oregon Syrah, a completely different (and to my taste, far superior) style than the better-known southern Oregon Syrahs. Aromatically rich with smoked meat, tobacco, thyme, sage, berries and a dash of Kahlúa, it is nonetheless balanced and not too alcoholic. The tobacco scents translate into a lovely streak of flavor that runs through the wine.",,24,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Daedalus 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-columbia-valley-or/,Syrah,2003,Daedalus
,Red,France,"A closed, austere wine; more solid than fruity, showing very firm tannins. There is a pronounced smoky character as well, with cigar box aromas and toasty flavors. What is certain is that this wine—racy and not too heavy—will develop slowly. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,55,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Pontet-Canet
,Red,US,"Atlas Peak is in an intense period of transition, and this is easily their best Cabernet ever. It shows its mountain origins in the tight structure and firm tannins, but they've learned how to push the fruit out, and it's a powerhouse of black currants and cherries. This is a wine to watch carefully.",,38,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atlas Peak 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Atlas Peak
,Red,France,"A small proportion of Patrick Bernard's Haut-Médoc estate of Peyrabon is in Pauillac, and he uses the fruit to make a top cuvée. This wine is suitably powered by dark Pauillac tannins, laced with some new wood and black currant fruits. It's powerful and dense, with considerable aging potential.",,27,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château La Fleur Peyrabon 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-peyrabon-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château La Fleur Peyrabon
,Red,France,"This is a solid, powerful wine packed with tannins and heavy black fruits. As so often, Ducru is taking its time, and this wine is still knitting itself together. But in future years, watch for the generosity, the richness as well as the finesse and freshness. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,115,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2003  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2003-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Ducru Beaucaillou
8,White,Germany,"A bit reticent on the nose, but hints of honeyed fruit and powdered stone emerge after some coaxing. In the mouth, the flavors explode into strident notes of green apple, honey and lime zest, carried easily by only 8% alcohol. Long, tart and refreshing on the finish; a wine that can be consumed in its exuberant youth or aged into something more refined and complex. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Abstberg Spätlese,28,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2004 Abstberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2004-abstberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Maximin Grünhäuser
,Red,New Zealand,"This top New Zealand Syrah starts with lifted, floral peach and apricot notes, followed by a freight train of blackberries. The lush fruit persists on the palate, ending in a slow swell of ripe tannins. A triumph for winemakers-owners Warren Gibson and Lorraine Leheny. Drink now–2015. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",La Collina,80,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Bilancia 2002 La Collina Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bilancia-2002-collina-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2002,Bilancia
,Red,US,"From a Ken Wright-owned vineyard, the Savoya is a lighter style, sprinkled with fresh whiffs of basil, thyme and rosemary, and hints of pine needle. An elegant, almost delicate, wine.",Savoya,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2004 Savoya Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-savoya-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ken Wright
,Red,US,"Very soft, smooth, forward and polished. Clean Pinot flavors are set off with nuances of leaf and light tea tannins. The tart fruit is braced against sharp acids, bringing out flavors of cranberry and wild raspberry. This wine carries itself with a great deal of elegance, and requires some attention to appreciate its neo-Burgundian complexity. But it has an excellent chance of aging into something very special.",Maresh Vineyard,49,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Rex Hill 2003 Maresh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2003-maresh-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rex Hill
14,White,New Zealand,"Why can't more New World Chardonnay taste like this? Barrel fermentation has imparted a toasty, nutty richness without dominating the ripe peaches and tropical fruit. There's no malolactic fermentation and hence no buttery notes, but instead the fruit shines on the finish, offering up hints of Mandarin oranges and pineapple. Imported by R O Imports.",,21,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2004 Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2004-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2004,Te Awa
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Soundly built, this wine has heavenly aromas of dark berry, forest floor and an overlay of oak that keeps evolving in the glass. Full-bodied but lithe, the wine dances on the tongue with cinnamon, smoke, leather, and a dark core of fruit which balances the smooth tannin and firm acidity. Exiting the stage with lasting traces of smoke, leather and coffee, this wine is drinking beautifully now, and will last through 2012. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,68,91,Paarl,,,Jean Taillefert 2002 Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-taillefert-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2002,Jean Taillefert
,Red,US,"This cuvée, also a blend of nine vineyards, is just slightly less rich and ripe and seductive than the lineup-leading reserve. There's a ton of varietally pure, very pretty cherry scents and fruit flavors; then more meaty elements—blood and earth, tea and tannin—start to show through. Wild raspberries fill out the finish.",Mt. Jefferson Cuvée,25,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2003 Mt. Jefferson Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2003-mt-jefferson-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cristom
,Dessert,US,"Only 150 cases were produced of this wine. It's a lovely sipper, rich and sweet in cassis, coffee and chocolate flavors that are wrapped in smooth, velvety tannins. The fruity sweetness really kicks in mid-palate and lasts through a decadant finish.",Late Harvest Zinfandel Port,32,92,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2003 Late Harvest Zinfandel Port Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2003-late-harvest-zinfandel-port-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Lolonis
,Red,US,"Only 300 cases were made of this serious mountain wine. It's tough as nails now, filled with tannins and acids, and everything's shut down in the driest way. Deep down there is amazing fruit and authority. This 100% Cabernet will live for two decades, but if you must open it anytime soon, it needs serious decanting and the richest, most imperial foods.",Highlands Estate Napa Mountain,50,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Highlands Estate Napa Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-highlands-estate-napa-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,US,"This was Eric Lemelson's first planted vineyard and it's now beginning to show its stuff. Clearly Oregonian in its opening mix of leaf, root, herb and earth scents, it rounds up into some pleasing cherry/plum fruit flavors that resonate as a very pretty core of sweet fruit. Persistent and concentrated, it's still tight and compact but promises great things to come.",Chestnut Hill Vineyard,38,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2003 Chestnut Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2003-chestnut-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lemelson
,Red,France,"The Cuvelier family of Léoville-Poyferré owns this property. The wine shows in the dense, ripe fruit, with dusty tannins and concentration. The fruit is generous, but it has good dry tannins to give it shape as well as depth of flavor. A wine to age 10–12 years, but certainly drinkable sooner.",,24,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Le Crock 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-crock-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Le Crock
13,Dessert,Chile,"A spectacular dessert wine from South America; probably the best we've had to date. Amber in color, with intoxicating aromas of baked pineapple and orange liqueur. Caramel, toffee, burnt vanilla and more cruise on the palate, all pushed by perky acidity. Sensational flavor and balance. A hidden gem among the world's best sweeties. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Late Harvest Botrytised,24,92,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2004 Late Harvest Botrytised Gewürztraminer-Riesling (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-late-harvest-botrytised-white-blend-gewurztraminer-riesling-curico-valley/,Gewürztraminer-Riesling,2004,Montes
,White,New Zealand,"Neudorf's reign as one of NZ's top Chardonnay producers continues with this effort from its Moutere plantings. Rich melon aromas are bolstered by subtle toasty notes that are more nutty than overtly oaky, then powerful citrus fruit shines on the richly textured palate. Turns nutty again on the extended finish. Drink now–2010. The 2004 will be imported by Epic Wines.",Moutere,,92,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2003 Moutere Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2003-moutere-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2003,Neudorf
,White,New Zealand,"This lush, dessert-style Riesling is impeccably balanced. It's sweet but not overly so, with hints of dried apricot and honeyed peach on the nose and bergamot and orange marmalade flavors lingering on the finish. Imported by Cordon Selections.",Late Harvest,20,92,Moutere,,,Kahurangi 2003 Late Harvest Riesling (Moutere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahurangi-2003-late-harvest-riesling-moutere/,Riesling,2003,Kahurangi
,Red,US,"Here's one mighty fine and interesting Zin. It has the smoothness of a great red wine, with a rich, fruity complexity that lasts through a long finish. The flavors are classic Zin, all wild berries and cocoa, with a dusting of raisins. The alcohol is enormous, but the wine is dry, and doesn't taste hot. With short ribs, it's a marriage made in heaven.",Grandmére,25,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2003 Grandmére Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2003-grandmere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Renwood
,Red,France,"A dark, dry, brooding wine, which has flavors of blackberries and red plum skins,  which is not at all dominated by wood. This is a classic wine, with Saint-Julien's elegance and 2003's power. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,30,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lagrange 2003  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrange-2003-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Lagrange
,Red,France,"This wine manages to combine some of the delicacy and elegance of Margaux with the richness of 2003. Under the direction of Claire Villars (also of Château Ferrière classed growth), there is a confidence in this estate and its vineyards which lie adjacent to Château Margaux. Great acidity and black fruits finish the ensemble.",,17,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château la Gurgue 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gurgue-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château la Gurgue
,White,US,"What an amazing record Robert Young has with its Chardonnay, which has been famous as a vineyard-designate by Chateau St. Jean since the 1970s. As ever, the '03 is rich and opulent, soft in acids and instantly addictive for the purity of fruit. Peaches and cream star, with a baked meringue complexity that's simply irresistible.",,37,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 2003 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Robert Young
,Red,France,"Undoubtedly one of the two star properties in Moulis. Its quality is impeccable: a Cabernet-dominated wine, with superrich black currant flavors that retain great structure and aging ability. Enjoy this wine in 5–10 years.",,25,92,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Poujeaux 2003  Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-poujeaux-2003-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Poujeaux
,White,US,"California's top Sauvignon Blanc specialist continues on a roll with this wonderfully pure, clean wine. It's crisp and bone dry in gooseberry, lemon and lime and fig flavors, with an intense cassis or blackcurrant flavor that's unusual and thrilling in a dry Sauvignon Blanc. You'll savor every sip of this exceptional wine.",Au Naturel,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2004 Au Naturel Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2004-au-naturel-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Brander
,Red,US,"Lovely aromatics here: raspberry jam and fresh-baked brioche. The tart, tangy fruit suggests cranberries and plums; it's a light purple, beautifully clear and brilliant wine, a pleasure to look at as well as to savor. As before, it shows tremendous definition and balance; it's beautifully structured, transparent and concentrated.",Stony Mountain Vineyard,39,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2004 Stony Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2004-stony-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Raptor Ridge
,White,US,"DDO's Chardonnay comes as close to white Burgundy as you will find in Oregon. Amazing finesse, with crisp, detailed aromas mixing flowers, peaches, melon and almonds. Impressive texture and a long, elegant and precisely-detailed path across the palate.",Arthur,27,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Drouhin 2004 Arthur Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-2004-arthur-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Drouhin
,Red,US,"Cristom's 2003 reserve is a blend of grapes from nine different vineyards. Supple and concentrated, it beautifully mixes raspberry, blackberry and cherry flavors with hints of earth and chewy, tea-leaf tannins. Excellent grip, weight and length; slowly but surely some pretty mocha flavors suffuse the finish.",Reserve,35,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cristom
,Red,US,"Lush, fragrant and ripe with spicy scents of sage, thyme, cocoa and vanilla, this young Pinot opens up to display sweet cherry fruit. It's solid and persistent up the middle, hanging in with pretty fruit flavors through a long and satisfying finish.",,30,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sineann 2004 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sineann
,Red,US,"Full, rich and big, with cherries and plums, buttered nuts and vanilla. It's ripe and varietal, beautifully structured and compared with previous vintages, reined in just a bit.",Guadalupe,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2004 Guadalupe Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-guadalupe-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ken Wright
,Red,US,"The Shea is the most dense and concentrated wine among the 2004s. Jammed with blackberry, cherry, plum, licorice and earthy tannins. Great concentration and a smoky, black-tea finish. This is one to tuck away for a few years.",Shea Vineyard,39,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2004 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2004-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Raptor Ridge
14.5,White,US,"Here's an intense, nervy wine, brilliantly acidic, layered and rich. It has enormous lemondrop, mango and pineapple flavors and lots of smoky, vanilla-accented new oaky notes, and is creamy in the mouth. The finish is long, lush and spicy. This is a real palate flatterer.",Highland Estates Camelot Highlands,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Highland Estates Camelot Highlands Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-highland-estates-camelot-highlands-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"Rarely does Pinot Blanc generate much excitement in the U.S., but this fragrant, beguiling mix of pears, apples and white peaches, laced with floral scents and finished with leesy creaminess, is a gem. Excellent concentration and length, along with some noticeable residual sugar—just right for spicy Asian food or pork loin with fruit sauce.",,25,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Ken Wright 2004 Pinot Blanc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-pinot-blanc-other/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Ken Wright
,Red,US,"Absolutely delicious Cabernet, with rich tannins framing impeccably ripe, jammy cassis and chocolate fruit that's well oaked. The tannins are a wonder, thick and soft and sweet. This is New World Cabernet at its decadent, hedonistic best.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Judd's Hill 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judds-hill-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Judd's Hill
,White,US,"Part of the Jess Jackson empire of wineries, Hartford has a stellar record over the years across everything it produces, and this Chardonnay doesn't disappoint. It's bone dry and high in acidity, with a stony minerality that frames controlled peach, pear and mango fruit. The wine has that hard-to-define quality of elegant class.",,25,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hartford 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Hartford
,White,US,"What a string of successes Byron's Nielson Chard has had over the years. As always, this is a high acid, mineral-filled wine, with a taste of lighter fluid riding over the pineapple, pear and kiwi fruit. Very dry, it should be considered for the cellar, if you're into aging the handful of California Chards that can handle it.",Nielson Vineyard,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2002 Nielson Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2002-nielson-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Byron
,Red,US,"This biodynamically farmed vineyard delivers stunning, elegant, textured Pinot. Layer upon layer upon layer develops in the mouth, from the ripe strawberry/cherry fruit, masterfully speckled with toast, espresso and cola notes. The mouthfeel is silky and supple, and this lovely wine lives up to its name with an innate resonance that lingers gracefully in the mouth.",Resonance Vineyard,48,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2004 Resonance Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-resonance-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sineann
,Red,France,"Under the ownership of the Gardinier family, this chateau now rivals some of the classed growths, and deserves its crus bourgeois exceptionnel classification. It is certainly full of new wood flavors, but these are not allowed to dominate dense fruit tannins, flavors of black plums and fine layers of acidity. Will certainly age for 10+ years. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,38,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Phélan-Ségur 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-phelan-segur-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Phélan-Ségur
,Red,France,"One of the stars in the world of the crus bourgeois, categorized as cru bourgeois exceptionnel in 2003, this wine is qualitatively at the level of many classed growths. Its rich fruit is punctuated with toasty new wood flavors, which should soften and balance in the next few years. An impressive wine that shows great power.",,33,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Haut-Marbuzet 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-marbuzet-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Haut-Marbuzet
,Red,US,"From one of the highest vineyards in the Sonoma Mayacamas comes this profoundly structured, deeply tannic Cab, which also is quite oaky. Bone dry and relatively closed and astringent, it's of very fine quality, |and desperately needs time. Twenty years isn't out of the question to allow the nuclear core of blackberries and cherries to unfurl.",Hawkeye Mountain,50,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Hawkeye Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-hawkeye-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,US,"The Freedom Hill is the biggest of all the Ken Wright Pinots, except possibly the Shea. Tannic and leathery, this has a distinct streak of coffee grounds running all through it. Gutsy and potentially the longest lived.",Freedom Hill,50,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2004 Freedom Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-freedom-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ken Wright
,Red,US,"Ladera has been producing ageworthy Cabernets for the last few years and this is surely one. As rich and dense in tannins as it is, it's shockingly forward in blackberry and cherry fruit flavors, while a plethora of new French oak adds even more sweetness. The result is voluptuous now, but it should age effortlessly for at least 10 years.",Lone Mountain Vineyard,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ladera 2002 Lone Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ladera-2002-lone-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ladera
,Red,US,"There's plenty of toast for the new-oakies, but it's wrapped around lovely raspberry and plum fruit. Light notes of mint and leather add interest; the wine resonates nicely and gently fades rather than falling off a cliff. Not as massively ripe as the 2003, but equally fine.",Meredith Mitchell Vineyard,39,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2004 Meredith Mitchell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2004-meredith-mitchell-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Raptor Ridge
,Red,US,"Peter Rosback's old-vine Zin is always dark and dense and unabashedly alcoholic (15.8%). In this vintage more herbal flavors dominate, along with olives, dates, figs and a decidedly salty note. Unique and not for everyone, but absolutely exceptional.",Old Vine,36,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-other-columbia-valley-or/,Zinfandel,2004,Sineann
,Red,US,"Pours dramatically dark and brooding, with an enormous burst of white pepper, blackberry and coffee and an edge of smoked meat and leather. Huge in the mouth, with masses of blackberries, plums, espresso. Bone dry, thick in sweet tannins, and long on finish. Drink now— 2012.",Highlands Estate Alisos Hills,30,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Highlands Estate Alisos Hills Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-highlands-estate-alisos-hills-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,France,"Powerfully structured, with great depth and huge, ripe fruit, along with a muscular freshness of both fruit and tannins. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,100,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Pichon Longueville
,Red,US,"There's a baked, roti quality to the aroma of this wine, suggesting the crust of a fresh cherry pie, with the cherry filling flavors accented by vanilla and cinnamon and even a drizzle of crème de cassis. It's a very decadent beverage. Who could have dreamed California Pinot could taste this good? On the other hand, the very size will intimidate chefs. Where is this monster style of Pinot Noir going? Stay tuned.",Rosella's Vineyard,48,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Loring Wine Company 2004 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
,Red,France,"The most beautifully situated chateau, with its great view of the Gironde estuary, Beychevelle is another of those Médoc estates that has found top form after a fallow period in the 1980s and early '90s. The wine's generosity,  sweetness and fruit is balanced with the carefully crafted structure of wood that underpins it all. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,35,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2003  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2003-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Beychevelle
,Red,US,"This wine, with some Cabernet Franc, represents a cooler-climate interpretation of Napa Valley Cab. It possesses a juicy acidity and tight tannins that frame and gird bright cherry and blackberry flavors. Now youthful, it should hold and improve for many years. Drink now through 2015.",,48,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagen Heights 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagen-heights-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hagen Heights
,Red,US,"This terroir-driven Pinot, from the Oregon side of the Columbia River, shows a dramatically different profile than the Willamette Valley Pinots commonly associated with the state. Kudos to winemaker Peter Rosback for finding great Pinot all over Oregon. This unique vineyard shows classic varietal fruit laced with mineral, kissed with toast, and finished with delicious mocha flavors from new oak barrels. The tart, tangy spine keeps it balanced and extends the fruit flavors well into a long, crisp finish.",Phelps Creek Vineyard,42,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Sineann 2004 Phelps Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-phelps-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sineann
,Dessert,US,"Made from Viognier and Roussanne, this intensely sweet wine has rich flavors of the ripest apricots and white peaches, drizzled with vanilla and cinnamon spice. The texture can only be described as voluptuous. Acidity is good, providing a cleansing balance. The alcohol is a very high 18 percent. This is sheer decadence.",ReZerve White Port,17,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2004 ReZerve White Port White (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2004-rezerve-white-port-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,White Blend,2004,Shenandoah
,Red,US,"This biodynamically farmed vineyard gives great fruit. Here it is detailed with a full range of floral aromas, candied red fruits, hints of cinnamon and plenty of balancing tannins. Just the right touch with the new oak, too. Lemelson really nails it in 2003.",Resonance Vineyard,38,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2003 Resonance Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2003-resonance-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lemelson
,Red,US,"This is supersaturated, dense and decadent with sweet, jammy blackberry fruit. Powerful and intense, the ultraripe fruit seems to explode on the palate.",Lachini Vineyard,42,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2004 Lachini Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-lachini-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sineann
,Red,France,"One of the nine crus bourgeois exceptionnel, this estate is under the ownership of the Cazes family of Château Lynch-Bages. With the same winemaking team, it's no wonder that Ormes de Pez is up with classed growths in quality. The character of 2003 gives this wine black tarry flavors, but it hasn't spoiled the wine's dry tannins, structure or its long-term potential. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,35,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château les Ormes de Pez 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-pez-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château les Ormes de Pez
,Red,France,"A huge, opulent wine that packs sweet, rich tannins and spicy fruit. In the midst of all this decadence, though, is a kernel of tannic dryness. This estate, long the weakest of the three Lèoville wines, is now back in top form. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,75,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Poyferré 2003  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-poyferre-2003-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Léoville Poyferré
,Red,France,"The most southern of the crus bourgeois estates in Margaux, the house at Siran is familiar to visitors from its pink exterior. This vintage is powerful, but still manages to exude that Margaux style and poise. There are dense tannins but they don't overwhelm, leaving fine black fruits to balance the dryness.",,32,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Siran
,Red,US,"Opens with a pure, clean, high-toned aroma, powerful yet delicate, of cherries, cola, coffee, cinnamon and smoky oak. In the mouth, the wine has fantastic density and concentration, rich in fruits and spices, but with a brilliant Pinotesque silkiness. Simply a marvelous wine.",Seco Highlands Estate,35,94,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Seco Highlands Estate Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-seco-highlands-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,US,"From mountain vineyards comes this deep, dark, impressively intense Cab. Opens with a blast of new oaky smoke, char and vanilla, but once in the mouth, huge waves of flamboyant blackberry and cassis, black cherry and vanilla oak flavors unfold, with a meaty note. The wine is totally dry and balanced, and while it's drinkable now, it should improve through 2015.",Trace Ridge,50,94,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Trace Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-trace-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Kendall-Jackson
14.9,Red,Chile,"Dense as a brick, with deep blackberry, prune, earth and chocolate aromas. Huge and multilayered, but already exhibiting perfect structure and integrated oak and spice flavors. Pure and exact; along with the 2001 this is Clos Apalta at its finest. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Clos Apalta,65,94,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2003 Clos Apalta Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2003-clos-apalta-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Lapostolle
,Red,US,"Deliriously delicious, decadent, stupendously flavorful, words can't describe the impression this massive wine makes. It's an explosion of blackberry pie, cherry marmalade, vanilla fudge and Oriental spice flavors, all carefully controlled in a dry, crisp, softly tannic package. All Loring's wines possess superripeness, but this one somehow brings balance and sophistication. Wow.",Garys' Vineyard,48,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Loring Wine Company 2004 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
,Red,France,"With its usual high proportion of Merlot, Palmer 2003 was always going to be a generous, very ripe wine. And so it is proving, but what is so satisfying about the wine at this stage is that the great sweet fruit, which comes right out of the glass. Underneath, of course, there are tannins, so this wine could be drunk soon, and then aged for another 15 years. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,120,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Palmer
,Red,France,"This wine is dominated by new wood, which goes right through the big, dark fruit flavors and tannins. Very ripe cassis flavors are under this wood, waiting likely for many years before the wood flavors subside. This is very much in the modern, polished style of Mouton today, made even more pronounced by the heat of  the 2003 vintage. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,260,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Mouton Rothschild
,Red,France,"Considering the reputation of Lynch-Bages as a rich, polished wine, it is not surprising that, in 2003, the team of Jean-Michel Cazes and Daniel Lhose produced a superlatively ripe, opulent wine, one that could almost have come from Napa. But not quite: The fruit is compact and dense, with layers of acidity that speak more of  Bordeaux than California. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,60,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Lynch-Bages
7,White,Germany,"This is a knockout, from the floral and apricot-laced aromas right through the lingering notes of honey and fruit. It's rich and unctuous on the palate, balancing its considerable residual sugar with only 7% alcohol and crisp, mouthwatering acids. Blends a mélange of fruit—apricots, peaches, pears and apples—with nuances of spice and mineral that no other country in the wine-producing world has yet matched. Like many top German Rieslings, you can drink this now, or enjoy it 20 years from now, and it should last well beyond that. Imported by Classical Wines.",Kanzem Altenberg Auslese,55,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2004 Kanzem Altenberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2004-kanzem-altenberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Von Othegraven
,Red,US,"Strikingly original, with subtle flavors of citrus, juniper, pine needle, dried herbs and mint. Harvested at less than one ton an acre, this distinctive, compelling wine is built around tart cranberry fruit. Long, penetrating and persistent.",Abbott Claim,50,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ken Wright 2004 Abbott Claim Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-2004-abbott-claim-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Ken Wright
,Red,France,"A powerfully velvety wine, which still packs a walloping punch of Saint-Estèphe tannins. The fruit, under these tannins, is pure, ripe, black and generous. But there is the proper dryness that shows how the team at Calon-Sègur managed to tame some of the excesses of the 2003 vintage. This will develop, slowly, into a great wine. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,85,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Calon Ségur 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-calon-segur-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Calon Ségur
,Red,France,"This is a great wine. The winemaking team, headed by chateau director John Kolasa, has taken advantage of the heat of 2003 and the fact that Rauzan-Ségla has a great vineyard. They have crafted a densely tannic wine that, at its heart, retains a cool elegance. There is great fruit, blackcurrants, and acidity which adds to the sense of poise with power. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,47,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Ségla 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-segla-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Rauzan-Ségla
,Red,France,"Normally one of the most elegant of Pauillacs, the 2003 is big and dense. These dark tannins mask delicious black fruit, flavors of spice and layers of acidity. This is going to develop relatively fast, despite the density of the wine, just because it is so rich. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,142,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
,Red,France,"Somehow Barton has overcome the heat of the 2003 vintage and has come out with a new wine that is rich and elegant. There are generous tannins, ripe black currant fruits, balancing acidity, all in an ensemble that is so much more than the sum of its parts. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,115,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2003  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2003-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Léoville Barton
,Red,France,"Thought by many tasters to be the wine of the vintage at the time of the 2004 barrel tastings. Has it retained that status? It is certainly a hugely powerful wine, monumental even. It is also finely balanced, with great dark tannins working in partnership with brooding black fruit. The question is whether it is too big, too powerful: only time will tell. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,165,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Montrose
,Red,France,"This may be from the exceptional vintage of 2003, but Château Margaux remains true to form. First and foremost, it is a refined, elegant wine, with complex layers of flavors. But, yes, the hot summer is there the dense, dry tannins, but somehow they seem to float through the wine rather than sitting heavily in the middle. Acidity and freshness come to finish, giving the wine a delicious lift. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,360,96,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Margaux
,Red,France,"This is a splendid wine. Yes, it is more powerful than the usual aristocratic Lafites,  but it still manages to retain a special air of great elegance and presence. The fruits are black, the tannins immensely powerful, the flavors are of black figs, dates, cocoa. At the end, there is a vibrant acidity that shows through, which promises a great life for this great wine. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,345,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Lafite Rothschild
13.5,Red,Hungary,"Heady in the nose, with melon and orange rind, this wine disappoints in the mouth. An oily texture with virtually no acidity accompanies vanilla and banana flavors, then ends hot. Fails to impress. Imported by Kobrand.",,12,80,Eger,,,Tibor Gal 2002 Chardonnay (Eger),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tibor-gal-2002-chardonnay-eger/,Chardonnay,2002,Tibor Gal
13,White,Argentina,"Sweet as can be, with strong aromas of talcum powder and air freshener. Rather lean in the mouth, with a watery, processed flavor profile. Not awful but not much to write home about.",,10,80,Other,Aminga Valley,,San Huberto 2005 Chardonnay (Aminga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2005-chardonnay-aminga-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,San Huberto
13,Red,Argentina,"Transparent in color, with bubblegum and candied fruit on the nose. Sweet and rubbery on the palate, with a lean, burnt personality. Not horrible but surely nothing to rave about.",,6,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2004 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2004-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2004,Funky Llama
12,Red,Romania,"Cassis and fresh berry start off the nose, and are quickly enveloped by menthol aromas. In the mouth there is a hint of sweetness, but otherwise menthol and tannins prevail.",,9,80,Romania,,,Black C 2001 Feteasca Neagra (Romania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-c-2001-other-red-feteasca-neagra/,Feteasca Neagra,2001,Black C
13.3,White,Argentina,"Overtly floral and jumpy, with potent aromas of perfume. Heavy in the mouth, with odd, bland flavors of applesauce and spice. Soft and sticky.",,8,80,Other,La Rioja,,La Puerta 2005 Chardonnay (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-2005-chardonnay-rioja/,Chardonnay,2005,La Puerta
,Red,US,"Stemmy, green and harsh, with flavors of earth, stem and pip. The watery, dilute flavors barely suggest fruit.",,15,80,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Desert Wind 2004 Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2004,Desert Wind
,Red,US,"Like the merlot, it is earthy, green, stemmy and vegetal, with little or no suggestion of ripe fruit.",,15,80,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Desert Wind 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Desert Wind
12,White,Romania,"Some sweetness in the mouth doesn't quite balance the tart feel, while candy banana flavors and peppermint aromas don't speak of this wine's varietal characters. All in all, just not put together well. Imported by North American Beverage Group.",,15,80,Murfatlar Cernavoda,,,Byzantium 2004 Chardonnay (Murfatlar Cernavoda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byzantium-2004-chardonnay-murfatlar-cernavoda/,Chardonnay,2004,Byzantium
,Red,US,"Harsh and disagreeable, with cherry and tobacco flavors that finish sharp in acids.",Vibrante Red Blend,16,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2002 Vibrante Red Blend Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2002-vibrante-red-blend-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2002,Vino Con Brio
12.8,Red,Bulgaria,"Dark and extracted, with oaky aromas of cola and vanilla. While this wine has some firm tannins and acidity, the mouth offers only tar and a dark extracted, ashy taste.",,8,80,Thracian Valley,,,Vini 2004 Merlot (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2004-merlot-thracian-valley/,Merlot,2004,Vini
14.3,Red,US,"It's hard to like this wine. Starts with medicinal, porty aromas, then turns sharp and acidic, with cherry flavors.",,28,80,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Guerrero Fernandez 2004 Cabernet Franc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrero-fernandez-2004-cabernet-franc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Guerrero Fernandez
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Granular and reduced on the nose, with bulky fruit flavors and an awkward mouthfeel. Finishes rather heavy and a bit burnt.",,8,80,Other,La Rioja,,La Puerta 2005 Merlot (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-2005-merlot-rioja/,Merlot,2005,La Puerta
14,Red,Argentina,"Saucy and herbal, with leather and citrus peel on the nose. Heavy and undistinguished on the palate, with atypical plum and blackberry flavors. Hard to identify as Pinot Noir.",Oak Cask,9,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2005 Oak Cask Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2005-oak-cask-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2005,Trapiche
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Green and austere, with burnt grass on the nose and palate. Cranberry fruit is sharp; not a prime-timer. Barely acceptable.",Zagal,15,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hacienda del Plata 2002 Zagal Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-plata-2002-zagal-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Hacienda del Plata
,White,Georgia,"Vanilla and banana herald the nose on this blend of Rkatsiteli and Mtsvane, indigenous grapes of Georgia. The wine is big and round in the mouth, but dull, with flavors of banana and vanilla dust.",Tsinandali,9,81,Georgia,,,Telavi 2002 Tsinandali White (Georgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2002-tsinandali-white/,White Blend,2002,Telavi
,Red,US,"Way too much residual sugar in this wine, to judge by the white-sugary finish. It's clean and fruity wine, but really should be labeled off-dry or even sweet.",,14,81,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,STG 2002 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stg-2002-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,STG
11,White,Moldova,"Despite it's age, it shows pale yellow in the glass, with a greenish tinge. Some pineapple and petrol aromas lead to tart citrus fruit and more petrol in the mouth, with a round, oily feel and a lemony finish.",,9,81,Chisinau County,,,Vina LaVina 2000 Chardonnay (Chisinau County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-lavina-2000-chardonnay-chisinau-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Vina LaVina
,Red,US,"Smells and tastes sweet, like a baked cherry tart, with the gooey filling and the sweet, smoky crust. This is a serious deficiency in a table wine.",,10,81,California,California Other,California,McManis 2004 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,McManis
13,Red,Argentina,"Nondescript in terms of fruit flavors, with a strong hint of green pepper. Decent feel and length, with spice. But just too much green character to score better.",,7,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2005 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2005-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2005,Trapiche
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Jumbled, with sweet, soft fruit that is sugary and quite strange. Not exactly off the mark but a hard wine to like. It's sweet and candied and unfocused.",,8,81,Other,San Juan,,SolAlto 2004 Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solalto-2004-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2004,SolAlto
14.6,Red,US,"Dry, harsh and overripe, this wine has cherry, prune and raisin flavors and an astringent finish. It's not going anywhere.",,28,81,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Guerrero Fernandez 2004 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrero-fernandez-2004-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2004,Guerrero Fernandez
13.6,Red,Argentina,"A lot of raisin and heavy cola aromas weigh down the bouquet in front of reduced, almost condensed baked-fruit flavors. A stewy wine with a saving streak of acidity in the middle tier.",Primacia,7,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas del Conde 2004 Primacia Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-conde-2004-primacia-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2004,Cavas del Conde
11,Sparkling,Germany,"A bit heavy and sweet, with modest pear and melon ¬flavors that fall flat.",Blau-Gold Mild Schaumwein,13,81,Germany,,,Selbach Söhne NV Blau-Gold Mild Schaumwein Sparkling (Germany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selbach-sohne-nv-blau-gold-mild-schaumwein-sparkling/,Sparkling Blend,,Selbach Söhne
13,White,Argentina,"Awkward, with early aromatics akin to sauerkraut. Airing doesn't totally shake that funky character, and the fruit seems on the cooked side. Acceptable mouthfeel. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",,8,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2005 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2005-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Santa Julia
,Red,US,"Thin, hard, stemmy and dilute; an odd showing for the estate vineyard fruit and a wine priced at triple the cost of the regular syrah. Green, harsh tannins and a rubbery, acidic impression in the mouth.",Desert Wind Vineyard,35,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 2002 Desert Wind Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2002-desert-wind-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2002,Duck Pond
14,Red,Argentina,"Round, red, ripe and rubbery. It weighs in at 14% but seems like a mystery wine when tasted blind. Yields little Pinot character but as generic red wine it's acceptable. Tastes mostly of anonymous berry and chocolate.",Saurus Patagonia Select,13,81,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2004 Saurus Patagonia Select Pinot Noir (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2004-saurus-patagonia-select-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Familia Schroeder
13,White,Australia,Has very strong aromas of peaches and baked apples. Tastes like apple juice and oak.,,9,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Ghost Gum 2003 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-gum-2003-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2003,Ghost Gum
,White,US,"Simple peach flavors sum it up, with a flat, dead mouthfeel and a watery, dilute finish.",Bare Naked,15,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Desert Wind 2005 Bare Naked Viognier (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-2005-bare-naked-viognier-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Viognier,2005,Desert Wind
12,White,Germany,"Perfumy on the nose, with scents of lilacs and bubble gum. Light and frothy on the palate, offering soft, slightly sweet flavors reminscent of cotton candy.",Turm-Exquisit Brut Sekt Pinot Blanc de Noir,25,82,Pfalz,,,Am Turm NV Turm-Exquisit Brut Sekt Pinot Blanc de Noir Pinot Noir (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/am-turm-nv-exquisit-brut-sekt-pinot-blanc-noir-pinot-noir-pfalz/,Pinot Noir,,Am Turm
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Despite containing only a small percentage of Cabvernet Sauvignon, the herbal—almost vegetal—scent of unripe Cabernet dominates this wine. It's plump and round in the mouth, yet has a distinctly unripe character to it. If you can, track down the 2001 instead—it's much better. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Red Wine,9,82,Alenquer,,,Quinta de Parrotes 2002 Red Wine Red (Alenquer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-parrotes-2002-red-wine-alenquer/,Portuguese Red,2002,Quinta de Parrotes
,Red,US,"This Rhone blend is harsh and dry. It has a green, twiggy edge, but also superripe flavors, as if the grapes were unevenly ripened.",Vinolocity,28,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sheldon 2003 Vinolocity Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2003-vinolocity-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2003,Sheldon
13,Red,Argentina,"Light and candied, with strawberry drink mix as the main aroma. In the mouth, it's rather sticky and sweet, with basic characteristics. Adequate in terms of feel and balance.",,6,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2004 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2004-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2004,Funky Llama
,Red,US,"Very ripe, almost raisiny, with a cooked fruit flavor, although the wine is fully dry. The tannins are on the harsh side, and the stewed character seems to accentuate the acidity. Drink now.",,18,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,2820 Wine Co. 2003 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2820-wine-co-2003-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,2820 Wine Co.
13.3,White,Argentina,"Heavy and flat, with dull apple aromas. The palate delivers simple yellow fruit, while the finish is soft and devoid of spunk. There isn't a whole lot more to say about this wine; it's a cipher.",,9,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2003 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2003-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2003,Big Daddy Vineyards
,Red,US,"Aromas of cracker, rubber and oatmeal swirl around the light, pretty strawberry fruit. It gets leathery in the mouth, and finishes sour.",,19,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Yellow Hawk Cellar 2003 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-hawk-cellar-2003-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2003,Yellow Hawk Cellar
15.7,Red,Australia,"It's beyond me why anyone would name an Australian wine ""Gotham"", and top it all off with a metropolis-at-night label that looks like something out of a Tim Burton movie. Has stably, Sweet Tart aromas and plum and rhubarb flavors.",,19,82,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Gotham 2004 Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gotham-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2004,Gotham
14.2,White,Argentina,"Not a whole lot to say about the soft, flat nose. It's o.k., but that's really about it. The palate, meanwhile, turns sweet, nearly to the point of candied. And the finish is downright sugary. Decent weight and feel help it along.",,14,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Zolo
14,Red,Argentina,"Good color but the nose and palate don't offer that Cabernet lushness that most of us seek. The red-fruit nose is kind of lean, probably a reflection of Patagonia's cool climate. And the palate is peppery and starchy, with hard tannins.",Saurus Patagonia,9,82,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2004 Saurus Patagonia Cabernet Sauvignon (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2004-saurus-patagonia-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Familia Schroeder
12,Sparkling,Germany,"Tart and very dry, this sparkler appears cleanly made, just somewhat meagrely endowed. Monochromatic—and that's a sour shade of citrus.",Wormser Liebfrauenstift Kirchenstück Sekt Brut,25,82,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2003 Wormser Liebfrauenstift Kirchenstück Sekt Brut Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2003-wormser-liebfrauenstift-kirchenstuck-sekt-brut-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2003,P.J. Valckenberg
13.5,White,Hungary,"Full, round, and spicy in the mouth, this wine offers muted aromas of beeswax and honeysuckle before showing its overpowering oak and vanilla side. Seems to have suffered from the hot vintage, with too much oak hiding the white fruit. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Mandolás,17,82,Tokaji,,,Oremus 2003 Mandolás  (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oremus-2003-mandolas-other-white-furmint-tokaji/,Furmint,2003,Oremus
13,Rose,France,"This wine ambitiously blends organically grown Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah, but the result is a light, modestly fruited wine that's ultimately a bit innocuous.",Cuvée Carolle,10,82,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sauveuse 2005 Cuvée Carolle Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sauveuse-2005-cuvee-carolle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2005,Domaine de la Sauveuse
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Roasted and deep at first, which is encouraging. But it doesn't really stand the test, showing tart plum and berry flavors, out-of-place tannin and shortness on the palate. Finishes too thin and hard.",Grand,21,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Joffré e Hijas 2003 Grand Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joffre-e-hijas-2003-grand-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2003,Joffré e Hijas
14,Red,Australia,"Not Nugan's finest effort; their single-vineyard wines are much better. This wine is hollow, with sweet, Bazooka gum-like aromas.",,12,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Nugan Family Estates 2004 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Nugan Family Estates
,White,US,There's not much going on with this thin Chard. The watery flavors and absence of fruit emphasize the acids and alcohol.,,13,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Jekel 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Jekel
13,Red,Australia,"Nose is both sweet and saline; has simple, sweet fruit on the palate and goes flat toward the finish.",,7,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2005 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2005-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2005,Alice White
12.5,Red,Hungary,"Toasty oak is displayed in the nose and mouth, mixing with flavors of modest red berry. This wine has good balance and moderate tannin, but at this age the tannin outweighs the fruit. Finishes with some spice notes. Imported by Kobrand.",Egri Bikaver,11,83,Eger,,,Tibor Gal 2002 Egri Bikaver Red (Eger),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tibor-gal-2002-egri-bikaver-red-eger/,Red Blend,2002,Tibor Gal
,Red,US,"Light in color, but robust and intense in fruit, this Zin has dried fruit, dill, coffee and leather flavors, wrapped in firm, jagged tannins. There's a rusticity that calls for simple fare, like pizza or pasta.",Mountain Selection,13,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2003 Mountain Selection Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2003-mountain-selection-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Scott Harvey
12.5,White,Argentina,"Starts with apple covered in oak-based caramel and vanilla, but loses its focus as it evolves. The palate is a mishmash of melon, citrus and papaya, while the overall take is that its less than stellar but not offensive. In this case, the organic qualifier isn't a boost.",Organica,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2005 Organica Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2005-organica-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2005,Santa Julia
,Sparkling,France,"Orange pink in color, this is a soft, medium dry wine that has pleasant raspberry flavors. It is fresh, made for those who like their sparkling wines without much acidity.",Brut Rosé,8,83,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Louis Perdrier NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-perdrier-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Perdrier
14.8,Red,US,"There's a thick, syrupy mouthfeel to this very ripe, very soft wine. But the fruity flavors are rich and satisfying. It's a decent everyday Zin.",La Primitiva,14,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 2004 La Primitiva Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2004-la-primitiva-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2004,Martin & Weyrich
14.4,Red,US,"Here's a country-style wine, rough and ready for consumption. It's rugged in texture, with jagged tannins framing superripe berry flavors leading to a finish that's almost sweet in raisins.",Tete-a-Tete,13,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2003 Tete-a-Tete Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2003-tete-a-tete-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
13,Red,Romania,"Dry tannin still characterizes this wine, which also displays sweet red berry and herb flavors. Medium-bodied, with a rustic feel and aromas of cola, tobacco and wood. Imported by North American Beverage Group.",Prahova Valley Special Reserve,14,83,Dealu Mare,,,Cramele Halewood 2000 Prahova Valley Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-halewood-2000-prahova-valley-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-dealu-mare/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Cramele Halewood
13.5,Rose,France,"Plump and round, this is a soft, simply fruity wine imbued with modest cherry-berry flavors. The blend is 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 10% Cinsault.",Pic Saint-Loup,,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Lancyre 2005 Pic Saint-Loup Rosé (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lancyre-2005-pic-saint-loup-rose-coteaux/,Rosé,2005,Château de Lancyre
12,White,Italy,"Here's a Pinot Grigio made not far from the bright lights of fashion capitol Milan. There's a whiff of burnt matchstick, musk and peanut skin; clean and crisp in the mouth.",,6,83,Lombardy,Pavia,,Belmondo 2004 Pinot Grigio (Pavia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belmondo-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-pavia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Belmondo
,Red,US,"Everything about this Zin is fine except the sweetness. It has a lush, rich texture and delicious blackberry liqueur-infused coffee flavors with a dusting of white pepper and cocoa. Unfortunately, the finish turns sugary and cloying.",,25,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),C.G. di Arie 2003 Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2003-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2003,C.G. di Arie
13,White,Italy,"Mature apple, canned pineapple and traces of burnt matchstick hit the nose. The mouthfeel is hollow and uneventful.",,12,83,,Alto Adige,,Prima & Nuova Cantina 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prima-nuova-cantina-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Prima & Nuova Cantina
14.6,Red,US,"Dry, soft and thickly textured, with slightly sweet LifeSaver cherry flavors and robust tannins, this rustic wine calls for rich cheeses and meats.",Estate,18,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2002 Estate Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2002-estate-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2002,Amador Foothill Winery
13.9,Red,Argentina,"So woody at first you'd think you had entered a sawmill, but with time it settles down. Red berries, milk chocolate and wood spice work the palate, followed by lean fruit leftovers and vanilla.",Zagal,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hacienda del Plata 2003 Zagal Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-plata-2003-zagal-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hacienda del Plata
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A big blast of oak rises up from the glass, a barrier to what fruit might lie below. Once you get to the palate, there's tight but somewhat tart raspberry and a touch of leather. Not nearly as ripe and rich as the oak on the nose calls for; thus the end result is almost sour, which isn't an attribute when it comes to Malbec.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Trumpeter 2004 Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-2004-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2004,Trumpeter
13,White,Italy,This stainless-steel-fermented Pinot Grigio has hints of rhubarb and sweet-smelling cabbage. A brief hint of sulfur seems to blow off quickly but the mouthfeel is neutral.,,10,83,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Colmello di Grotta 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colmello-grotta-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Colmello di Grotta
13.5,Rose,Australia,"Vanilla, plum and a tangy, citrusy note dominate the palate, with brown sugar and red plum on the nose. Broad but not very deep; wants more stuffing in the midpalate.",Bin Select 667,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kalbarri 2003 Bin Select 667 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kalbarri-2003-bin-select-667-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2003,Kalbarri
14,Red,Australia,"Made by Kevin O'Brien at Kangarilla Road winery, but this is not as enjoyable as that brand's wines. This one offers confected aromas, and tangy, acidic berry flavors. Simple and entry-level.",,14,83,South Australia,South Australia,,2 Up 2004 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2-up-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2004,2 Up
12.5,White,Australia,"Has light aromas of soy or saline, coupled with dust and mineral flavors. Medium-weight and good, but there's not much verve here.",Sedgeland,14,83,South Australia,Currency Creek,,Currency Creek Estate 2005 Sedgeland Sauvignon Blanc (Currency Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/currency-creek-estate-2005-sedgeland-sauvignon-blanc-currency-creek/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Currency Creek Estate
,White,US,"Dry, crisp in acidity and balanced, with citrus flavors, this is a refreshingly clean wine. It could use more fruity concentration, though, as it's thin and watery in the finish.",,16,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Easton
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Speechless at first as the nose offers very little. The mouth offers basic dark fruit with some tannins. Grabby at first, but better as it opens up. Rubbery but fairly ripe.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Fantelli
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe, jammy and forward, with very little besides heavy berry fruit to offer. The palate is overtly oaky, with butter and wood notes. Grapy and a raw in the middle, with some displaced tannins.",Saurus Patagonia,9,83,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2004 Saurus Patagonia Merlot (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2004-saurus-patagonia-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Familia Schroeder
,Red,US,"Although it's very dry, with plenty of lush Zinny fruit flavor, the raisiny finish and hot mouthfeel are a little offputting, despite an official alcohol of only 14.5%. On the plus side there's a rich, velvety texture.",Matzin Old Vine,21,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2003 Matzin Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2003-matzin-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2003,Vino Con Brio
13.8,Red,Australia,"Raspberry and blackberry aromas usher in twangy, thin berry fruit on the palate. A good wine with mass-market appeal, finishing with Sweet Tart flavors.",Bin 999,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2004 Bin 999 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2004-bin-999-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2004,Wyndham Estate
13,White,Argentina,"Pickled at first, while oak comes on strong as it airs out. The palate shows a lot of butter and toast, with only mild fruit hanging out in the background. Dry and short in the long run.",Saurus Patagonia Select,13,83,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2005 Saurus Patagonia Select Chardonnay (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2005-saurus-patagonia-select-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2005,Familia Schroeder
13,Red,Portugal,"The understated fruit in this light, lean wine has a character reminiscent of tart berries and sour cherries, framed by balsa wood. Turns lemony and dry on the finish. The crisp acids make it best with fatty meat dishes.",Red,9,83,Douro,,,Evel 2002 Red Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evel-2002-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2002,Evel
,Red,US,"This begins to show varietal scents of spice, pepper and citrus, but once in the mouth it turns thick, charred, flat and burnt. The fruit tries to fight its way through, but there's a hole in the mid-palate and it leaves a bitter finish.",,12,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Duck Pond
13.5,Red,Romania,"Light aromas of red berry, cola, and brown sugar are pleasant on the nose, but the fruit gets lost in the mouth. Light and dry, with high acidity, the mineralty of this wine has very little red fruit to balance it.",Prahova Valley Special Reserve,14,83,Dealu Mare,,,Cramele Halewood 2001 Prahova Valley Special Reserve Feteasca Neagra (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-halewood-2001-prahova-valley-special-reserve-other-red-feteasca-neagra-dealu-mare/,Feteasca Neagra,2001,Cramele Halewood
12.9,Red,Hungary,"A blend of Merlot, Cab, Pinot Noir and Kékfrankos (a k a Blaufränkisch), this wine offers lemon, vanilla and oak on the nose, plus some herbal notes. In the mouth it's on the lean side, with flavors of green bean and vanilla, and a strong peppery spice that lasts through the finish. Imported by MHW, Ltd.",Falconers Cuvée,9,83,Neszmély,,,Craftsman 2003 Falconers Cuvée Red (Neszmély),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craftsman-2003-falconers-cuvee-red-neszmely/,Red Blend,2003,Craftsman
11.5,Sparkling,Austria,"Light and frothy, but doesn't have that much flavor, yielding just hints of yeast and citrus. Ends crisp and lemony.",Cuvée Klimt Brut,19,83,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Schlumberger NV Cuvée Klimt Brut White (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schlumberger-nv-cuvee-klimt-brut-white-osterreichischer-sekt/,White Blend,,Schlumberger
,Sparkling,France,"A light, soft style with fresh, sweet apples and a touch of caramel. This is an easy style of wine, finishing off dry.",Chardonnay Brut Prestige,13,83,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Kriter 2003 Chardonnay Brut Prestige Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriter-2003-chardonnay-brut-prestige-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Kriter
,Sparkling,France,"A soft, creamy wine, with flavors of caramel, vanilla and ripe hedgerow fruits. Wants acidity, finishes too fat.",Blanc de Noirs,16,83,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Willm NV Blanc de Noirs Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-nv-blanc-de-noirs-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace-57102/,Pinot Noir,,Willm
13,White,Australia,Light honey and peach aromas intensify briefly on the palate—think grilled peaches. Has a sawdusty veneer of oak; will do for casual circumstances.,,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2005 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2005-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Alice White
,Red,US,"Flat, disjointed and aggressively oaky flavors all but cover up the hints of tropical/pineapple fruit. There's an undertone of gummy plastic through the finish.",,10,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Duck Pond
,Red,US,"There's a deadness in the mouth; the main impression, rather than the fruit you would hope to find in an inexpensive Cabernet, is of rubber, tar and some alcoholic heat.",,12,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Duck Pond
13.6,Red,Argentina,"Ordinary plum and berry aromas to start, followed by a more jammy palate that tastes of berry compote. A touch of chocolate and pepper carry the finish. All totaled this is decent wine with middle-of-the-road characteristics.",,11,83,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2004 Shiraz (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-san-juan/,Shiraz,2004,Graffigna
12,Sparkling,Austria,"Although this wine lacks cut and structure, it does display some soft minerality and citrus flavors.",Extra Trocken Sekt,19,83,Austria,,,Hochriegl NV Extra Trocken Sekt Sparkling (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hochriegl-nv-extra-trocken-sekt-sparkling/,Sparkling Blend,,Hochriegl
13,Red,Argentina,"Moderately fruity on the nose, with a hint of leafiness and pickle. Raspberry and strawberry flavors are generally sweet, while the feel is a bit on the sharp side. Simple and straightforward, but with hardly any recognizable Shiraz character.",,6,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2004 Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,2004,Funky Llama
13.5,Red,Australia,"Roasted, sandy aromas set the wine off on a shaky start, but the palate delivers plum and mealy apple flavors that compensate. Medium sized, with an even texture.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Blue Tongue 2004 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-tongue-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Blue Tongue
11,Sparkling,US,"A little sweet, and kind of rough and sandpapery, but it fits the bill when you need a quick bubbly to celebrate.",Premium Extra Dry Chardonnay Champagne,9,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Bubbly NV Premium Extra Dry Chardonnay Champagne Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-bubbly-nv-premium-extra-dry-chardonnay-champagne-sparkling-california-55523/,Sparkling Blend,,Barefoot Bubbly
13,Red,Romania,"Chunky and on the verge of plump, this wine has turned from its fruit at this stage and shows plenty of brown leaf and earth. Probably not going anywhere, so drink up now. Imported by North American Beverage Group.",,15,83,Dealu Mare,,,Byzantium 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byzantium-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-dealu-mare/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Byzantium
13,Red,Macedonia,"This grape, called Vranac in former Yuogslavia, is known for its amicable nature with oak. This wine has that, with vanilla aromas and notes of oak and mint on the tongue, but little else. Red color and a nice mouthfeel speak of youth, but the lack of fruit does not.",,12,83,Tikves,,,Bovin 2000 Vranec (Tikves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bovin-2000-other-red-vranec-tikves/,Vranec,2000,Bovin
,Sparkling,France,"It's pretty rare in France to find a blend of the Spanish grapes Monastrell and Bobal. But they do produce an attractive, fresh, raspberry flavored, freshly pink colored wine. The aftertaste is soft, with some light residual sugar.",Rosé Brut,13,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Veuve Ambal NV Rosé Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-ambal-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Veuve Ambal
,Red,Georgia,"This wine still has a purple color after six years, and fresh aromas of purple fruit, vanilla, and some bramble. Oak is displayed in the mouth with a dusty but smooth feel, counterbalancing the good acid, while the purple fruit is strong, although showing some green stemmy notes.",,13,84,Georgia,,,Telavi 2000 Saperavi (Georgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2000-other-red-saperavi/,Saperavi,2000,Telavi
13.8,Red,US,"Tough and gritty in acids and tannins, this wine is okay now with rustic fare, and may benefit from some cellaring. It's stuffed with fruity, berry and spice flavors, and is totally dry.",The Heritage Collection,12,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2003 The Heritage Collection Barbera (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2003-the-heritage-collection-barbera-central-valley-lodi/,Barbera,2003,Peirano
13.5,White,Italy,"Make sure you serve this wine well-chilled, otherwise the high alcohol masks the more delicate aromas. Slightly copperish in color, this Pinot Grigio does boast a refreshing, long finish.",,15,84,,Alto Adige,,Girlan 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girlan-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Girlan
13,White,Argentina,"Simple and floral; not concentrated. This lightweight is tasty enough and overall it's balanced. The palate deals citrus, melon and crispness, and the feel is lively and juicy. Tastes more like Spanish Albariño than Chardonnay.",,6,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Funky Llama
,Red,US,"The Jerome represents the winery's selection of what it considers its best barrels. For me, it falls just a bit short of the single-vineyard bottlings in this hot, ripe year. Delicious to be sure, it's got plenty of sweet, jammy raspberry and cherry fruit, and tell-tale vanilla from new oak barrels. Big, forward and tannic.",Jerome Reserve,44,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2003 Jerome Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2003-jerome-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lemelson
,White,US,"This Napa winery has been reaching into the Russian River for their Chardonnay, with good results. Dry and crisp in acids, the wine has a minerality behind the green apple, peach and melon flavors. The firm structure should provide for aging through 2009.",,20,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Girard 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Girard
14,White,Chile,"A nicely sculpted white wine; fresh on the nose, with talcum powder, flowers and citrus aromas. Shows little to zero oak, but lots of grapefruit that isn't sour at all—more like delicate and ripe. One of the better value Chards from Chile, and there are plenty of 'em. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Los Vascos,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2005 Los Vascos Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2005-los-vascos-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,White,US,"This is a balanced, easy to drink Chardonnay, with citrus, peach and green apple flavors that have been finished with a veneer of smoky oak. It's totally dry. Do not overchill it, as it's a delicate wine that needs some warmth to open up.",OFS,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2004 OFS Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2004-ofs-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,De Loach
,Red,US,"Under the warm Lodi sun Cabernet gets as ripe as anywhere in California. The trick is balance, which Peirano dependably achieves. This wine is robust in blackberry jam, cassis and chocolate flavors, but has good acids and firm tannins, and a soft, voluptuous texture.",The Heritage Collection,12,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2004 The Heritage Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2004-the-heritage-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Peirano
,White,New Zealand,"Fruit-forward, with green apple and lime aromas that are rounded out on the palate by a bit of peach. Light to medium in body, this fresh, crisp Chardonnay picks up citrusy notes on the finish. Imported by Total Beverage Solution.",Winemakers Signature,13,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2004 Winemakers Signature Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2004-winemakers-signature-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2004,Kemblefield
13,Red,South Africa,"An excellent bargain, this wine has attractive fruit with complexity to match. Aromas of woodspice and eraser dance with plum, while the palate adds some graphite to the mix before finishing with tobacco. Full in the mouth, with smooth tannins, this is a wine that will go down easily. Imported by South African Premium Wines Ltd.",,10,87,Western Cape,,,Jabulani 2003 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jabulani-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Jabulani
,Red,US,This pleasant effort is light and cherry-flavored. It shows little evidence of any barrel flavors despite aging in 100% French oak. The tannins stiffen up and give it a bit of backbone.,,19,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Silvan Ridge 2003 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Silvan Ridge
14.3,Red,Chile,"Well proportioned and solid, with pure cherry and berry characterisitcs alongside notes of tobacco and sugar beet. A bit tannic and firm, but not overly so; the finish offers mocha and plenty of berry extract. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2004 Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2004-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2004,MontGras
13,White,New Zealand,"Tasted just after bottling, this wine was a bit closed, but still showed enough bright lime and apple flavors to merit a recommendation. It's slightly sweet (12 g/L residual sugar), but balanced by crisp acidity. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",,25,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2005 Riesling (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2005-riesling-nelson/,Riesling,2005,Seifried
9,White,Germany,"Founded in 1794, Deinhard is an old merchant house—what the French would call a négociant—that markets a wide array of wines. The company's 1808 price list offered 89 different Rhine and Mosel wines, but that's been at least somewhat shortened in recent years. No, it's not that intense, nor does it show a lot of minerality, but this wine ably shows off Mosel Riesling's array of fruity, off-dry flavors, ranging from peach and pear to apple, pineapple and lime. Crisp and clean on the finish.",Piesporter QbA,8,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Deinhard 2004 Piesporter QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deinhard-2004-piesporter-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Deinhard
14,Red,Chile,"Not that packed or forward, but still quite good in its territory. The nose shows light cherry, while the palate is fairly savory, with berry flavors touched up by a shot of vanilla. A bit short on the finish and not that full in the middle, but for $8 what more do you want? Imported by GWFC-Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Estate,8,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Viu Manent
,Red,US,"Here's a big, jammy mountain Zin, ripe in blackberry, cherry and mocha flavors, with a balance of acids and tannins that makes it clean and gulpable. It finishes a little sweet, and will be perfect with barbecue-sauced meats and poultry.",Special Reserve,10,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2004 Special Reserve Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2004-special-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Shenandoah
,Red,US,"You'll find exotic flavors in this ripe wine, from the usual blackberries and cherries to espresso, anise and baked pie crust. It's soft and voluptuous, but quite sweet, almost off-dry, which lowers the score.",,38,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Waugh Cellars 2003 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waugh-cellars-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Waugh Cellars
13.3,Red,US,"Sometimes all you need in a wine is for it to be dry, fruity and fun to drink. With a lamb or turkey burger, well-prepared, this is a good companion, jammy and jazzy in fresh cherry and cocoa flavors, with a brisk streak of acids and tannins.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Pepperwood Grove
,Red,US,"Very ripe in the mouth, with mounds of black cherry and mocha flavors, this Pinot has a full-bodied, slightly heavy feeling. It's dry and silky, and a nice example of a good Russian River Pinot from a warm vintage.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Here's a soft, plushly textured Merlot, with polished cherry, blackberry and toast flavors and a dry finish. It's a pleasant sipper, and will benefit from decanting before serving to let it breathe and develop.",,11,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,L de Lyeth 2003 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-lyeth-2003-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2003,L de Lyeth
9,White,Germany,"Still a bit sulfury, but otherwise correct, with melon, pear and spice flavors, lithe body and a clean, short finish. Should be better in another year or two. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,20,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2003 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2003-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2003,S.A. Prüm
,Red,US,"This winery does a good job with Petite Sirah and Cabernet, but Zin isn't yet a strong point, although this wine shows promise. It's bone dry and sharp in acids and tannins, with bitter coffee and black cherry flavors that will play well against rich meats and cheeses.",,22,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2003 Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2003-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Shannon Ridge
,Red,US,"Compared to the winery's Black Sears Zinfandel, also off Howell Mountain, this is earthier and less compelling. It's comparably high in alcohol, with ripe fruity flavors and powerful tannins, but it doesn't have the depth and complexity. Drink now.",Beatty Ranch,38,85,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 2003 Beatty Ranch Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-2003-beatty-ranch-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2003,Howell Mountain Vineyards
,Red,New Zealand,"Herbal, peppery and minty on the nose, with pleasant, bright berry and tea flavors. Firm on the finish. Imported by Smart Imports Inc.",Salesyards,33,85,Martinborough,,,Murdoch James 2003 Salesyards Syrah (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murdoch-james-2003-salesyards-shiraz-syrah-syrah-martinborough/,Syrah,2003,Murdoch James
,White,US,"Parker's basic county Chardonnay shares the same features as his upper tier, namely a wonderful balance of acids, fruit, oak and alcohol. The flavors are of tropical fruits, although the wine is necessarily not as rich or concentrated as the single vineyards.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Fess Parker
13.5,White,Chile,"Fresh and fruity, with a nice Casablanca green character that's much like good asparagus. Tangy and citrusy in the mouth, which is tight and zingy in terms of feel. Best if well chilled. Imported by Cellar Door by Pacific Wine Partners.",,14,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Duo 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duo-2005-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Duo
,Red,France,"Always reliable, Hanteillan has reflected the hot summer of 2003 without losing its toasty tannic quality. There are plenty of black currant fruits, a solid structure and a good layer of acidity.",,,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Hanteillan 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hanteillan-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château d'Hanteillan
,White,New Zealand,"An obvious, unsubtle Chardonnay that flashes peaches, pineapple and tropical fruit on a curvaceous frame, then turns tart and citrusy on the finish. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",Unoaked,12,85,Gisborne,,,Brancott 2004 Unoaked Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2004-unoaked-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2004,Brancott
,Red,US,"Moderately priced Pinot is getting better, as this crisp, fruity wine shows. It has proper varietal character in the silky tannins, keen acids and polished cherry-vanilla flavors, with an edge of smoke oak.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Echelon 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Echelon
,Red,US,"This southern Rhone blend tastes like a wine you'd buy in some little Provencal village straight from the barrel, filling up your carafe for that night. It's dry, robust and honest, with good fruit and the kind of tannins to cut through almost anything. From Fess Parker.",Lot 51 California Red Wine,10,85,California,California Other,California,Frontier Red 2004 Lot 51 California Red Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frontier-red-2004-lot-51-california-wine-other/,Red Blend,2004,Frontier Red
,Red,New Zealand,"A bit jammy, with aromas and flavors of slightly cooked or overripe blackberries. Fruity and clean, but the acids stick out a little, lending a tart quality to the finish.",Innovator Bullrush,,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 2003 Innovator Bullrush Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2003-innovator-bullrush-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2003,Matua Valley
12.5,Rose,Chile,"Pretty interesting and solid as Chilean rose goes. The color is convincing and the bouquet shines and smells the way it should. Peach and red plum combine on the palate, creating a Provençal sensation. Finishes dry and crisp. Imported by Winery Exchange.",,10,85,Rapel Valley,,,Origin 2005 Rosé (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2005-rose-rapel-valley/,Rosé,2005,Origin
,White,New Zealand,"Toasty on the nose and the palate, buffered by sour apples. Superficially likeable, but in the end you're left with soft, somewhat hollow fruit under layers of smoky, spicy oak. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",Barrel Fermented,,85,Central Otago,,,Olssens 2001 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olssens-2001-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2001,Olssens
,Red,US,"Concannon's Merlots have been variable. This latest offering is dry and tart, with red cherry and coffee flavors that finish in a scour of acidity. It needs the softening, enriching presence of fatty meats and cheeses.",Reserve,24,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2003 Reserve Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2003-reserve-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2003,Concannon
,White,New Zealand,"A bit heavy for Riesling, with pretty pear and peach aromas but a broad, soft mouthfeel and a touch of bitterness on the finish. Best served well chilled to help pull it together.",,,85,Waipara,,,Daniel Schuster 2004 Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-schuster-2004-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2004,Daniel Schuster
13,White,New Zealand,"Simple and fruity, with grapefruit and passion fruit flavors leading the way. Picks up hints of green pepper on the finish. Imported by South Pacific Wines.",Destination Series,14,85,Marlborough,,,Crossroads 2005 Destination Series Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossroads-2005-destination-series-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Crossroads
14,Red,US,"So ripe and juicy in jammy cherry, currant and mocha flavors, you just have to take another sip. This winning Syrah is dry and balanced despite the abundance of fruit, with a lush, smooth texture.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2004 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Smoking Loon
13.5,White,South Africa,"Melon and grassy aromas waft from the glass. The palate delivers plenty of green melon and crème brûlée flavors. Thefeel is a little oily. Despite its texture, there is still enough acidity to match this with plenty of foods. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",,9,85,Western Cape,,,Thorntree 2004 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorntree-2004-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2004,Thorntree
13.5,Red,Chile,"Varietally correct and ripe, with a lot of creamy oak that creates a slight lactic mouthfeel. Thus if you prefer a more acidic, crisp wine, this might not work for you. But if you like chunky cassis and berry flavors backed by soft tannins and vanilla, this is it. Imported by Terra Andina.",,8,85,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Terra Andina
,White,US,"Big, round and fruity, this is a simple, fairly sweet wine with plenty of smooth fruit enjoyment. There's just a touch of spice and an earthy finish.",,10,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2004 Müller-Thurgau (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2004-other-white-muller-thurgau-willamette-valley/,Müller-Thurgau,2004,Airlie
,Red,France,"A soft wine that has easy but attractively ripe fruit. This is not a wine for aging, but in 2003, the estate has made a very drinkable wine. Patache stands for an ancient coaching inn, recollected on the wine's label by a coach and horses. Imported by Grands Chais de France.",,24,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Patache d'Aux 2003  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-patache-daux-2003-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Patache d'Aux
14.5,Red,Chile,"Arguably not up to the De Martino standards, and definitely not up to the price. This full-bodied Cab is jam-packed with heavy mint and menthol aromas, which precede saturated but awkward plum and dark berry flavors. Steps on the accelerator with too much force; not ideally balanced. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",Estate Bottled Gran Familia,45,85,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2002 Estate Bottled Gran Familia Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2002-estate-bottled-gran-familia-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,De Martino
,White,New Zealand,"Broad and soft in the mouth (there's nearly 3% residual sugar), this wine features plenty of pear and peach fruit, without much of the intriguing spice of the variety.",,,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Crossroads 2005 Gewürztraminer (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossroads-2005-gewurztraminer-hawkes-bay/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Crossroads
,Red,New Zealand,"Shows flashes of beauty on the nose, combining vanilla barrel notes with herbs and black cherries. Light and herbal on the palate, this blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon seems a bit like a Loire Cabernet Franc, without the minerality.",,,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Crossroads 2003 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossroads-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Crossroads
,Red,US,"This winery has generated buzz in California for its value wines, and this is certainly a nice Cabernet for the price. It's not the smoothest ride, but it's plenty ripe in flavor, with rich tannins and a dry finish.",Lot 7,10,85,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Cameron Hughes 2002 Lot 7 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2002-lot-7-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cameron Hughes
,White,US,"This has a rich earthy quality, suggesting sweet heaps of mulch and herbs, in addition to fruitier flavors of apples and peaches. It's also somewhat soft and well-oaked. If you're looking for an example of Napa Chard, for better or  worse, this is a good one.",,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calistoga Cellars 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calistoga-cellars-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Calistoga Cellars
10.5,White,Germany,"Round and medium-bodied, this relatively low-acid Riesling is soft and easy to drink. Mineral and spice notes accent ripe pear and melon flavors. Drink now. Imported by Loosen Bros. USA.",QbA,11,86,Pfalz,,,Villa Wolf 2004 QbA Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-wolf-2004-qba-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,Villa Wolf
,White,US,"Earthy and minerally, and very dry, this Chard has a scour of high acidity. It's a lean wine, by the usual fruity standards, but a clean, complex one, rather Chablisian in its way, and might improve with some time in the cellar.",MacBride Vineyard,24,86,California,Central Coast,York Mountain,Stephen's 2004 MacBride Vineyard Chardonnay (York Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephens-2004-macbride-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-york-mountain/,Chardonnay,2004,Stephen's
,Red,US,"The overwhelming impression is of strong, astringently dry tannins that absolutely limit pleasure. Is it worth cellaring? There's a deep core of black cherry and cassis fruit and adequate acidity. The wine will undoubtedly throw sediment and soften, but that doesn't equate to improvement. Your best bet is to decant and drink with rich, fatty meats and cheeses.",Reserve,46,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Geyser Peak
10.5,White,Germany,"On first glance, this wine comes across as too simple and sweet. But give it some time and a spicy, slatey-minerally compenent emerges, providing balance and complexity to the ripe pear flavors. An estate that seems to be undergoing a bit of a resurgence. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Deidesheimer Paradiesgarten Kabinett,19,86,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2004 Deidesheimer Paradiesgarten Kabinett Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2004-deidesheimer-paradiesgarten-kabinett-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan
,Red,France,"The Nony-Borie family is one group of families at the heart of the Bordeaux wine trade, and with this chateau they show a belief in the classic characters of Bordeaux. The wine is firm, tannic, with true black currant flavors and some solid layers of wood. A very good benchmark Bordeaux. Imported by Bayfield Importing Ltd.",,17,86,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Caronne Ste Gemme 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caronne-ste-gemme-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Caronne Ste Gemme
13.5,Red,Chile,"Fairly saucy and earthy, with root beer and leather establishing a presence on the nose. Plump berry and plum flavors carry the palate, followed by toast, chocolate and espresso on the finish. A touch grabby and tannic but overall it's more right than wrong. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Grand Reserve,11,86,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 2003 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2003-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-requinoa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Château Los Boldos
13.5,Red,Chile,"Not overly fruity on the nose; instead there's olive, tomato and herbs as opposed to bulky berry or cherry notes. Seems snappy and tight in the mouth, where red fruit reigns. Largely in balance and highly respectable, but not complex.",Aniceto Reserve,13,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Casa Verdi 2004 Aniceto Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-verdi-2004-aniceto-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Casa Verdi
,White,New Zealand,"Refreshingly combines stone fruit with grapefruit on the nose, then shows decent plumpness and weight on the palate. Turns simple, tart and grapefruity on the finish.",Single Vineyard,,86,Marlborough,,,Bouldervines 2005 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouldervines-2005-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Bouldervines
,White,New Zealand,"Starts off zesty, with bold scents of passion fruit accented by lemon and lime, then turns softer and less racy on the finish. Worth trying with ceviche. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,16,86,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Grove Mill
14,Red,South Africa,"This inexpensive Stellenbosch wine has lots to offer. Cassis aromas mix with hints of forest floor and mint. Plum and cassis star in the mouth, with graphite notes adding complexity. Finishes firm. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",Oak Lane,8,86,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2004 Oak Lane Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2004-oak-lane-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Beau Joubert
10.5,Dessert,New Zealand,"Produced from ""cordon-cut"" bunches, Riesling offers up intense honey, apple and pear aromas and flavors. With more than 11% residual sugar, you might expect this wine to be sticky-sweet, but thanks to crisp acids, it's not cloying. Tasty, well-balanced wine that just finishes a bit short.",Desert Gold Late Harvest,,86,Central Otago,,,Olssens 2003 Desert Gold Late Harvest Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olssens-2003-desert-gold-late-harvest-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2003,Olssens
,White,US,"From up in the Chalone highlands comes this very dry, acidic and rather earthy Chard. It has peach and apricot flavors, with a touch of green tea and tannins. Seems like it has the structure to age, although that has got to be considered a gamble.",Brosseau Vineyard,40,86,California,Central Coast,Chalone,A Donkey and Goat 2004 Brosseau Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-donkey-goat-2004-brosseau-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2004,A Donkey and Goat
,White,New Zealand,"Slightly nutty and leesy on the nose, followed by a medium-bodied, peach and orange-flavored midpalate. Turns very citrusy and tight on the finish, much like some Hunter Valley Sémillons. Not imported in the U.S.",Distinction,16,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2004 Distinction Sémillon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2004-distinction-semillon-hawkes-bay/,Sémillon,2004,Kemblefield
,White,New Zealand,"Grassy and herbal on the nose, then shows more stone-fruit flavors on the palate. Turns dry and stony on the finish. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",,15,86,Marlborough,,,Hunter's 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunters-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Hunter's
,Red,US,"Thick and dense in the mouth, with candied flavors of chocolate-covered cherries and new oak, this is a delicious wine that could be a little drier and more structured. The acidity is low, making the wine feel soft and melted.",Keefer Ranch Vineyard,48,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Loring Wine Company 2004 Keefer Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-keefer-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
,Red,US,"Showcases its terroir in the brisk acidity and light but complex body that wraps bitter cherry and coffee flavors. Bone dry, the wine will be a fine accompaniment to salmon or duck, simply prepared.",Encell Vineyard,24,86,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Stephen's 2003 Encell Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephens-2003-encell-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Stephen's
13.7,Red,US,"Shows much the same character as Don Sebastiani's 2004 Pepperwood Grove Merlot, perhaps a touch more tannic, and veering more toward blackberries instead of cherries. Still it's a lovely sipper, fresh and jammy.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Smoking Loon
14,Red,Chile,"Plum, raisin and a bit of bramble/leather make for a fairly classy nose. And given that this wine is relatively inexpensive, what you get on the bouquet and the palate is admirable. The flavor profile deals juicy raspberry and plum, with chocolate shadings. Easy and persistent on the fruity finish. Imported by Laird & Company.",,7,86,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2004,Valdivieso
,White,New Zealand,"Light in body, this crisp Sauvignon captures green, grassy flavors and marries them to grapefruit and mineral notes. A summer refresher.",Winemakers Collection,,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2005 Winemakers Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2005-winemakers-collection-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Seifried
14,Red,South Africa,"This wine shows good extraction with dark color and flavors of charred meat and black fruit, but also has aromas of raspberry and a tinge of green to the plum. The juxtaposition works, although the wine could use a little more oomph midpalate. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",Roland's Reserve,24,86,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2003 Roland's Reserve Syrah (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2003-rolands-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-paarl/,Syrah,2003,Seidelberg
,White,New Zealand,"A tribute to the family's Austrian heritage, this oddity—it's made from Zweigelt—features perfumed strawberry fruit, crisp acidity and soft tannins. Drink now. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",Sylvia,,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2004 Sylvia Zweigelt (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2004-sylvia-other-red-zweigelt-nelson/,Zweigelt,2004,Seifried
,Red,US,"As ripe as they come, with lush, mouthfilling flavors of blackberry pie, cherry tart, chocolate and vanilla cream. Fortunately there's a wealth of dusty tannins and good acidity for balance. Finishes dry, although the fruit is so ripe, it's almost sweet.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rutherford Ranch
,White,US,"Has everything the best Chards have, without quite the same complexity or depth, of course. But's it's a value for the rich pear, peach and pineapple flavors, creamy smooth texture, and sumptuous overlay of oak.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Montage 2003 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montage-2003-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2003,Montage
,Red,US,"I happened to taste this right after a Pinot that cost five times as much, and this one wasn't shamed. In fact, it stood up quite well. No, it didn't have the concentration, but the purity of fruit, crisp acids and silky texture make for a lovely Pinot Noir.",,10,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Meridian 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Meridian
13,White,New Zealand,"A pungent, grassy wine, layered with green pepper and herbal notes. Leaner than most 2005 Marlborough Sauvignons, finishing with sharp strokes of lime and grapefruit. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",,19,86,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Wairau River
,Red,US,"A blend of Bordeaux and Rhône varieties, this is a dry, somewhat rugged wine, whose best feature is fruit. Blackberries, cherries, plums, even cranberries and cocoa show up in the complex flavors. There's a tannic, acidic streak that makes it a little tough, though.",Tytanium,39,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ty Caton 2003 Tytanium Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2003-tytanium-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Ty Caton
,White,New Zealand,"Tropical and stone-fruity on the nose, with follow-on flavors that are a bit soft and sweet (there's 7.8 g/L residual sugar). Well made and clean, it's more of a mass-market wine than the regular Woollaston Sauvignon.",Morgan Leigh,,86,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2005 Morgan Leigh Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2005-morgan-leigh-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Woollaston
,White,New Zealand,"Starts off with lovely rose petal and spice aromas, then delivers broad, mouthfilling flavors without being heavy. On the dry side for NZ Gewürz; finishes clean but a bit short. Imported by Total Beverage Solution.",Distinction,14,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2004 Distinction Gewürztraminer (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2004-distinction-gewurztraminer-hawkes-bay/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Kemblefield
,White,US,"Light and pretty, with citrus blossom scents and a gentle but pleasing palate, like a simple German kabinett from a cooler vintage.",,10,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2004 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2004-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2004,Airlie
,Red,US,"This is a powerfully fruity wine, packed with very ripe blackberry, black cherry, coffee and sweet leather flavors, in a fairly tannic package. It finishes a bit sweet, but shows good control throughout.",Vidmar Vineyard,32,86,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,A Donkey and Goat 2004 Vidmar Vineyard Syrah (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-donkey-goat-2004-vidmar-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Syrah,2004,A Donkey and Goat
14.5,Red,Chile,"Somewhat minty and spicy to start, with round plum and blackberry flavors coming next. The wine shows admirable texture, full tannins and overall balance. Nothing spectacular but very solid and likable. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,15,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2002 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2002-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2002,Arboleda
10.2,White,Germany,"This fresh, medium-bodied Riesling is clean and fruity, combining flavors of ripe pears and white peaches with hints of apple and slate. Imported by Classical Wines.",Impulse (Gold) QbA,14,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,C.H. Berres 2004 Impulse (Gold) QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ch-berres-2004-impulse-gold-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,C.H. Berres
13,Red,Chile,"Good from the start, with an aromatic mix of black olive, berry and cherry. The palate offers more of the same: cherry, plum and pimiento. Finishes long and touch oaky, and along the way you might find some saline or sauciness. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Casa La Joya Gran Reserve,13,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2002 Casa La Joya Gran Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2002-casa-joya-gran-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2002,Viña Bisquertt
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Combines dusky peach and passion fruit aromas and flavors in a wine that's a bit softer and sweeter-tasting than many Marlborough Sauvignon Blancs, yet still carries a refreshing touch of acid on the finish. Imported by New Zealand Wine Imports.",,17,86,Marlborough,,,Framingham 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/framingham-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Framingham
8,White,Germany,"Lacks the layered intensity that the 2003 version of this wine showed at this stage, but still delivers stony, minerally aromas and prototypical flavors of green apples and fresh limes. Light in body, but clean and wonderfuly refreshing on the finish. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese,31,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2004 Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2004-trittenheimer-apotheke-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Grans-Fassian
14.5,Red,US,"Tannic and tough now, with a sandpapery mouthfeel, this Cab has flavors of blackberry, cherry and cassis fruit. It's bone dry, with good acidity. Hard to tell where it's going. Probably best now and for the next five years.",Reserve,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Merryvale
,Red,New Zealand,"Shows some pleasant dark toasty aromas to go with its pretty blackberry flavors, but this lacks texture and weight in the mouth. Crisp on the finish.",Matheson,,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 2003 Matheson Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2003-matheson-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Matua Valley
,Dessert,New Zealand,"Quite sweet, but ultimately a bit simple, this partially botrytized Chardonnay clocks in at 12% residual sugar. A fleeting whiff of volatile acidity might bother sensitive tasters, but there's also plenty of ripe pineapple and dried apricot flavors. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",Late Harvest,20,86,Waipara,,,Mount Cass 2004 Late Harvest Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-cass-2004-late-harvest-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2004,Mount Cass
13.5,Red,Chile,"A touch sweet and syrupy, with a hint of molasses and raisin on the nose. The mouth deals big cassis, raspberry and cherry flavors, while the solid finish offers chocolate and a whiff of toast. Yourthful and forward; drink now and enjoy. Imported by Morande USA.",,8,86,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Morandé
,White,New Zealand,"Crisp without being overly racy, this mostly tank-fermented Chardonnay features bright, citrusy fruit with just hints of oak. A food-friendly style at an affordable price. Imported by Lauber Imports.",,13,86,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2004 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2004-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Oyster Bay
,Red,US,"With a touch of raisins in the finish, this is a nice example of a Foothills Zin. It's ripe, alcoholic, dry and rich, with Zinny flavors wrapped in sturdy but accessible tannins. There's a long finish of black cherries and cocoa.",Old Vine,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2002 Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2002-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2002,Renwood
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine has an appealing, roasted quality to the dark berry flavors. A roasted game note mixes with berry in the nose,  and comes through again in the mouth. Medium-bodied, with good tannin and a sweet and tangy oak finish. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Reserve,17,86,Stellenbosch,,,Clos Malverne 2002 Reserve Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-malverne-2002-reserve-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2002,Clos Malverne
,White,New Zealand,"This is 100% barrel-fermented, which has left its mark on the wine. There's some crisp apple and citrus fruit flavors, but toast and butter notes play the starring role. It's a well-made, New World, oaky Chardonnay. Imported by South Pacific Wines.",,17,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Crossroads 2004 Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossroads-2004-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2004,Crossroads
,Red,US,"Pungent, minty and quite tannic, this young wine needs more time to pull its flavors together. There's a nice whiff of vanilla cream wrapped into the finish.",,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Belle Vallée
,White,US,"Made in a very dry and acidic style, this wine has flavors of limes, honeydew melons and buttercream. It's tight and minerally, with a tart, high-acid finish, and seems designed to complement food.",Hopkins Vineyard,17,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road 2004 Hopkins Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2004-hopkins-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,River Road
,Red,US,"From Domaine St. George, a polished, ripe wine, from a premier growing region. It's dry and a little rough in texture, with complex flavors of dried cherries and blackberries, and a cleansing espresso bitterness to the finish.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,STG 2004 Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stg-2004-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2004,STG
,White,New Zealand,"Well-made, with traces of asparagus and green pepper that accent bold passion fruit flavors. Tangy and long on the finish. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",,17,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2005-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Seifried
12.5,White,Germany,"Relatively light in weight for the Rheingau, with modest pineapple and fern aromas on the nose. Tart and flavorful on the palate, marrying pineapple and green apple flavors that finish crisp and dry. Imported by Schmitt-Sohne Inc.",QbA Trocken,16,86,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2004 QbA Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2004-qba-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Schloss Vollrads
,White,US,"Made in a very ripe, extracted style, this eccentric wine has flavors of apricots, or more precisely, apricot marmalade on buttered toast, because it's also oaky. It's dry and crisp in acids. A bit unusual, but in its own way, a good wine.",Mills Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road 2004 Mills Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2004-mills-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,River Road
,Red,US,"The touch of Porty, chocolate-covered raisins doesn't dominate, instead providing an extra layer of flavor to the blackberries and cherries of this dry, substantial wine. It's a rich example of Sierra Foothills Zin, with its high alcohol and sun-ripened fruit.",Jack Rabbit Flat,30,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2003 Jack Rabbit Flat Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2003-jack-rabbit-flat-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Renwood
,Red,US,"This bottling has ripe cherry and toasty oak flavors, wrapped in fine tannins, and is thoroughly dry. It's a light-bodied, pleasant wine, but is a little one-dimensional, especially at this price.",,44,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2003 Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2003-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Rubicon Estate
,White,New Zealand,"Kicks off with hints of banana and other tropical fruits, delivered in an easygoing, soft wash over the palate, then turns dry, stony and spicy on the finish. Imported by Smart Imports Inc.",,23,86,Central Otago,,,Rockburn 2003 Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockburn-2003-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2003,Rockburn
,White,New Zealand,"Plump and leesy, but slightly inscrutable--the aromas and flavors are understated and difficult to read. Some pleasant peach notes eventually emerge, turning herbal on the finish.",,,86,Marlborough,,,Sentinel 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sentinel-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sentinel
,White,New Zealand,"Light in weight despite nearly 2% residual sugar, this nice, easy-drinking Gewürz features varietally correct aromas and flavors of roses, lychees and spice. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",,,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2005 Gewürztraminer (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2005-gewurztraminer-nelson/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Seifried
,White,New Zealand,"A solid, mainstream NZ Chard, balancing toasty, mealy notes from oak against melon and pear fruit. A bit oaky, but well made and clean. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",,,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2004 Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2004-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2004,Seifried
,Red,US,"Gentle, smooth and flavorful, this Zin has polished berry, cherry, cocoa and spice flavors that finish long and spicy. It has an elegant, silky texture and isn't very tannic.",Estate,12,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sierra Vista 2004 Estate Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2004-estate-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2004,Sierra Vista
11,White,Germany,"Medium in body—and even a bit oily in texture—this amply ripened wine boasts smoky, pungent aromas that veer toward green apple and lime after some airing. It's a bit heavy, but flavorful. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Estate Kabinett,18,86,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2004 Estate Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2004-estate-kabinett-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2004,P.J. Valckenberg
,White,New Zealand,"This dry-styled Gewürz offers restrained scents of roses and lychee fruit. In the mouth, it gives an impression of broad, mouthfilling softness, but then turns a bit hard and tart on the finish. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",,17,86,Central Otago,,,Olssens 2004 Gewürztraminer (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olssens-2004-gewurztraminer-central-otago-55097/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Olssens
,White,New Zealand,"This is a blend of tank- and barrel-fermented Chard put together at Kahurangi in Nelson for importer Russell Briggs. Green apple aromas and flavors, a slightly creamy texture and a crisp finish make this a simple yet satisfying quaff. Imported by Cordon Selections.",White Table Wine,14,86,New Zealand,,,Kiwi 2004 White Table Wine Chardonnay (New Zealand),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiwi-2004-white-table-wine-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2004,Kiwi
,Red,New Zealand,"A bright and bouncy Merlot, with charming cherry flavors accented by hints of tobacco, cinnamon and clove. A dollop of Malbec (15%) contributes acidity and spice. Imported by Total Beverage Solution.",Distinction,14,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2002 Distinction Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2002-distinction-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2002,Kemblefield
,White,US,"This simple Chard has likeable, intense flavors of lemons and limes and other tropical fruits, such as guavas and nectarines. It's very dry, and the finish is rich in clean, bright, palate-stimulating acids.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Hahn
,Red,US,"Herbal flavors descend into stemminess, with the aggressive tannins swamping the fruit. The finish is hard, earthy and tasting of green tea.",Reserve,30,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Belle Vallée
,Red,New Zealand,"An interesting contrast to many of the other Hawke's Bay Syrahs, this one features red raspberries, white pepper and hints of rhubarb. It's a brighter, fruit-driven style, but one that features a reasonably plump texture and a mouthwatering finish. Imported by Southern Starz.",,30,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Stonecroft 2003 Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecroft-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2003,Stonecroft
,Red,Chile,"For the first time in a long time there's some herbal character to this wine, which usually pushes pure cassis and berry aromas and flavors. But this version, while zesty and healthy in terms of tannin and acidity, has some leather and leafiness to it. Still, it's well formed and ranks as one of Chile's benchmark upper- to medium-level Cabernets. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,18,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2003 Medalla Real Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2003-medalla-real-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Santa Rita
13,White,New Zealand,"Bits of boxwood and sweet pea add layers of green to this nicely harmonious and well-balanced effort from Marlborough. Not particularly intense or concentrated, but a pretty rendition of Sauvignon Blanc. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Mount Cass 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-cass-2004-sauvignon-blanc-waipara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Mount Cass
13,White,New Zealand,"Solid, mainstream Marlborough Sauvignon at an attractive price, the 2005 Oyster Bay offers tropical notes on the nose, then turns more citrusy on the palate as peach and melon notes give way to lime and mineral. Imported by Lauber Imports.",,13,87,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Oyster Bay
,White,US,"Smells juicy and succulent, with inviting citrus, kiwi and vanilla spice aromas. The flavors are very similar, back up by firm, bright acidity. There's a ripe, tangy lime flavor in the finish that tastes a little sweet.",Juliana Vineyard,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2004 Juliana Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2004-juliana-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Merryvale
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Dark red in color, this Bordeaux blend offers sexy aromas of chocolate and cigar box, and has earthy flavors of forest floor, tobacco with a nice spice. Aside from a bulky feel in the mouth, it's got the whole package, including firm acidity and dry tannins. Imported by The Hess Collection.",Grand Classique,18,87,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2002 Grand Classique Meritage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2002-grand-classique-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-paarl/,Meritage,2002,Glen Carlou
,Red,France,"An easy, attractive wine that shows some of the very ripe, small berry flavors of 2003. Dense but sweet tannins balance the black fruits and the solid structure which lies underneath this rich wine. One of the three Lurton properties owned by Marie-Laure Lurton.",,15,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Villegeorge 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-villegeorge-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château de Villegeorge
,Red,France,"A taut, firm wine, with ripe but dry tannins and layers of acidity. This chateau, owned by the Chanfreau family since 1963, has made a 2003 that corresponds more to the terroir than to the hot year; it has crisp black currant flavors rather than huge fruit. Imported by Youngs Market Co.",,,87,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Lestage 2003  Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestage-2003-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Lestage
,Red,US,"I loved the 2001. This one seems a little obvious, and not quite as complex. It's all about fruit, straightforward blackberries, cherries, coffee, chocolate and smooth, fine tannins, although it has the same nice dryness and balance.",,26,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calistoga Cellars 2003 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calistoga-cellars-2003-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Calistoga Cellars
,Red,US,"Brander has struggled with Merlot. This year's bottling achieve plenty of cherry-berry and mocha fruit. The challenge continues to be the tannic structure, but improvement is notable.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2004 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2004-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2004,Brander
,White,US,"Handley's Anderson Valley bottling is always bright in acids, which are so nice and clean in a Chardonnay as fruity and rich as this. The flavors are a complex melange of pineapples, peaches and pears.",Estate,19,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2003 Estate Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2003-estate-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Handley
,Red,France,"First you notice the new wood flavors and aromas, then you see the name of the consultant, Michel Rolland. This is definitely a modern,  polished wine that has lost some of its true Bordeaux character, but has certainly gained in depth and richness. It is maturing quickly and will be ready to drink in 3 to 4 years.",,,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Citran 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-citran-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Citran
,White,US,"One of the first wines of the new vintage, this nouveau-style wine is ultrafresh and fruity. It has peppy, zesty acidity and intense flavors of limes, kiwi, figs and vanilla. Utterly refreshing and dry, this is a wine to stock up on.",Early Release,12,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2005 Early Release Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2005-early-release-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Brander
,Red,US,"This is Brander's best Cabernet yet. That's mainly due to ripeness. They achieved delicious blackberry, black currant and mocha flavors that echo the best of the North Coast. Next on the agenda is to get those tannins to be softer and smoother and more authoritative.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Brander
,Red,US,"This single-vineyard bottling is riper and more intense than Brander's regular '04 Cab, but it's not necessarily a better wine. The angular tannins are more pronounced, giving it a jagged, sharp mouthfeel that will not age away.",Vogelzang Vineyard,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2003 Vogelzang Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2003-vogelzang-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Brander
,Red,US,"At four-plus years, this wine is losing its youthful freshness, and despite the great vintage, is showing early signs of age. It's at its best now, soft and fruity, with traces of dried cherry and sweet leather.",Flamenco Rojo,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin & Weyrich 2001 Flamenco Rojo Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2001-flamenco-rojo-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2001,Martin & Weyrich
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit sweet, with green apple and citrus aromas and flavors that lack cut but still seem attractive, backed by a talc-like, powdery mouthfeel. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",,16,87,Waipara,,,Mount Cass 2004 Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-cass-2004-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2004,Mount Cass
,White,New Zealand,"Not overly toasty or buttery, but there's enough of each to make a statement. Honey and peach flavors end on lingering notes of lime and dried spices. Imported by Total Beverage Solution.",Distinction,16,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2002 Distinction Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2002-distinction-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2002,Kemblefield
,White,New Zealand,"Unoaked, yet this wine still has a welcome creaminess in the midpalate that helps carry the ripe apple and trop ical fruit flavors. Nicely balanced, and it should be versatile at the table, pairing with a wide array of dishes. Imported by Cordon Selections.",Unwooded,17,87,Nelson,,,Kahurangi 2004 Unwooded Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahurangi-2004-unwooded-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2004,Kahurangi
,Red,US,"Here's a big, dry, tannic wine that needs rich fare to wake it up. Short ribs of beef will tickle the blackberry and espresso fruit and make it rise up and shine. There's real complexity in the depth of flavor, balance and long finish.",,18,87,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 2003 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,M. Cosentino
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This lively wine has a deep nose of cassis, pencil eraser and tobacco. A Bordeaux blend, it tastes like a fine wine of that region, with a core of dark berry fruit accented by some tobacco. Wrapped in moderate tannins with a dry, dusty feel and finishing with cassis, this is a value-priced wine to stock up on. Drink over the next two years.",,8,87,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Two Oceans
13.5,White,South Africa,"Better than many more expensive wines, this wine delivers a solid package without trying to do too much. Toast and vanilla accompany white stone fruit aromas and flavors, while the palate is round, with just the right amount of acidity. Imported by USA Wine Imports.",,8,87,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2004 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2004-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2004,Two Oceans
,Red,US,"Although it's less pricey than the winery's Encell Pinot, I slightly prefer this one for its accessibility. It's a tart, silky wine, with coffee, cherry and spice flavors, and a real drink-me quality, but it is acidic. Drink it with rich fare, such as duck, salmon and even pork dishes.",William Cain Vineyard,18,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Stephen's 2003 William Cain Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephens-2003-william-cain-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Stephen's
14.5,Red,Chile,"Clean and sweet smelling, with berry, leather and candied aromas. The mouth scores with its rich plum and berry flavors, while the finish is warm and only mildly tannic. Shows charm, power and friendliness. Imported by Laird & Company.",Single Vineyard Reserve,17,87,Curicó Valley,,,Valdivieso 2002 Single Vineyard Reserve Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2002-single-vineyard-reserve-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2002,Valdivieso
,Dessert,New Zealand,"Rich and sweetly peachy, with rather low acidity but pleasant, succulent sweetness. Shows some slightly bitter notes on the finish, or it would have scored higher. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",Hull Family Vineyard Late Harvest,30,87,Waipara,,,Daniel Schuster 2004 Hull Family Vineyard Late Harvest Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-schuster-2004-hull-family-vineyard-late-harvest-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2004,Daniel Schuster
13,Red,New Zealand,"Crossroads' top-of-the-line red delivers really good fruit—notably black cherries—garnished with vanilla and toast from new oak. Could use a richer mouthfeel, but offers nice flavors before turning a bit tart on the finish. Imported by South Pacific Wines.",RGF,30,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Crossroads 2002 RGF Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossroads-2002-rgf-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Crossroads
,White,New Zealand,"Lean and tart, this wine shows notes of green pepper, herb and passion fruit at the core. Finishes crisp and citrusy, marrying lime and grapefruit. Imported by Winebow.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Coopers Creek 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Coopers Creek
14,White,Chile,"This is a nice Chardonnay, especially from Maipo. It has fruit cocktail and peaches on the nose, followed by a mix of pink grapefruit, melon and pineapple on the palate. Finishes with some oaky toast and citrus pith. Full-bodied within the category. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Marques de Casa Concha,16,87,Pirque,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay (Pirque),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-marques-casa-chardonnay-pirque/,Chardonnay,2004,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"Clos Pegase's regular Cab, as opposed to the single-vineyards and Hommages, succeeds in the very best vintages, of which this was not one. The wine smacks of fabulous technique and is very good, but would score higher if it had greater depth and length.",,33,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Clos Pegase
,Dessert,US,"Very sweet, with powerful apricot, tangerine, pineapple and creme brulee flavors and good acidity to balance out the sugar. Vanilla ice cream would be a good match.",Soleil Late Harvest,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Soleil Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-soleil-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
14.5,Red,Chile,"In tasting this vintage for the second time, we found better balance than originally but still we encountered dull fruit, a lot of earthiness and leather, and some pickle barrel. That said, we also see this as a more elegant expression of Chilean Cab, one that will do well with food. Not for everyone but has its virtues. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,45,87,Maipo Valley,,,Domus Aurea 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-aurea-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley-52023/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Domus Aurea
,Red,US,"Full-bodied, soft and approachable, with rich aromas of vanilla, graham cracker and chocolate overlaid on flavors of cassis and cherry. Clove notes accent fine tannins on the finish.",Reserve,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo Family Vineyards 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Gallo Family Vineyards
,White,New Zealand,"More subtle and understated than most NZ Sauvignon Blancs, with modest passion fruit zing. It's more on the austere and minerally side, but elegant and refined. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",,21,87,Omaka Valley,,,Terravin 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Omaka Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terravin-2004-sauvignon-blanc-omaka-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Terravin
13.5,Red,Chile,"Deep and earthy, with aromatic hints of forest, toast and nicely baked fruit. Shows good body and balance, with cherry and raspberry flavors. Seems healthy and upright, with some acidity on the finish that offers boost. Clean and well built. Imported by Undurraga USA.",Reserva,11,87,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2003 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2003-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Undurraga
14,Red,South Africa,"Aromas are of earth, meat and Indian spice, plus a dash of vanilla. This Syrah picks up some barbecue flavors in the mouth, along with spice and red berry. Soft on the palate, it finishes quickly with menthol and dark berry. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Flagship,34,87,Swartland,,,Spice Route 2001 Flagship Syrah (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-2001-flagship-shiraz-syrah-syrah-swartland/,Syrah,2001,Spice Route
,Red,US,Leon Sobon is an Amador pioneer whose Zinfandels are dependably juicy and showcase a Foothills exuberance. This polished bottling is ripe in jammy cherry and blackberry flavors and a Kahlúa finish. It's delicious and easy to drink.,Old Vines,13,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2004 Old Vines Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2004-old-vines-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2004,Sobon Estate
,White,US,"Zaca Mesa has been exploring the outer limits of Roussanne for years, and the 2003 was not a very good wine. This is far better. Dry, medium-bodied and fruity, with crisp acidity framing citrus, peach, apricot and buttercream flavors, it's an intriguing alternative to Chardonnay.",Estate,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2004 Estate Roussanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2004-estate-roussanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Roussanne,2004,Zaca Mesa
,White,New Zealand,"A bit muted on the nose, but this nicely balanced, mouthfilling wine ofers juicy apple and melon flavors that coat the mouth, showing a touch of honeyed sweetness on the finish. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",,24,87,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2004 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2004,Mt. Difficulty
13,Red,South Africa,"A blend of almost equal parts Merlot, Cab Franc and Cab Sauvignon, this wine has nice cassis and tobacco notes on the nose that translate to the mouth, adding some spicy earth and tart berry. Big on the palate, with solid tannins to back it up, it picks up some lemony notes on the finish. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",Calligraphy,25,87,Durbanville,,,Nitída 2003 Calligraphy Red (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nitida-2003-calligraphy-red-durbanville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Nitída
14.5,Red,Chile,"Four years later and this is still a tannic beast. The nose shows a lot of wood, cinnamon and leather alongside deep berry aromas, while the palate is just as woody, with firm cherry and plum fruit supported by killer tannins. Nothing soft or creamy here; it's all about grip, resin and power. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Ninquén Mountain Vineyard,31,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2002 Ninquén Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2002-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ninquén
,Red,US,"A bit divisive among our panelists, with one finding it rather light and lacking in intensity, while others found virtue in its understated yet varietally correct nature. Cola and cherry flavors finish clean and fresh.",Reserve,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo Family Vineyards 2004 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-2004-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gallo Family Vineyards
,Red,US,"Soft and inviting without being flabby. If more mass-market Merlots were this good the variety wouldn't be so maligned. Mint accents the jammy cherry and mocha flavors, finishing with hints of chocolate and coconut.",Reserve,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo Family Vineyards 2003 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-family-2003-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2003,Gallo Family Vineyards
,White,New Zealand,"Shows hints of green on the nose, but the focus in this vintage is on riper, more tropical flavors. Soft and easy to drink, with an edgy shot of lime on the finish. Imported by Vincor USA.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kim Crawford
,White,New Zealand,"Not your typical New Zealand Chardonnay, this wine starts off with an odd, feral note, then shows lean and minerally on the palate, with subtle apple and peach fruit and a crisp finish. Aged in large oak puncheons. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",Selection,29,87,Waipara,,,Daniel Schuster 2002 Selection Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-schuster-2002-selection-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2002,Daniel Schuster
,Red,France,"Packed with juicy black currant flavors, this is a distinctly fruity wine. But there is some depth of flavor there, allowing the tannins to show some complexity. The aftertaste is dry, but still very fruity. Imported by Baron Francois Collection.",,,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Ramafort 2003  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ramafort-2003-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Ramafort
,Red,France,"A small, 17-acre property near Saint-Laurent in the north of Medoc, this is a classic Bordeaux, with its tight tannins, layers of dryness and acidity. But these are not negatives because this is a delicious food wine, one that also has great black fruits. Imported by Victoire Imports.",,17,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Périer 2003  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-perier-2003-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Périer
14.5,Red,Chile,"Deep and meaty, with a midnight hue and brooding aromatics. Ripe plum and blackberry dominate the chewy palate, while the finish is heady, with cola and espresso notes. Quite a powerball; nice but requires a bit more elegance and fruit definition to reach the next plateau. Imported by Vin Divino.",Angostura Gran Reserva,17,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2003 Angostura Gran Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2003-angostura-gran-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2003,Casa Silva
,Red,US,"Tough, dry and tannic, with an unrelieved quality, this is a wine that needs serious time in the cellar or major decanting to let it soften. There's a heart of blackberry and pomegranate fruit that should withstand these tests. Even 12 hours of decanting would not be too much.",Syrcab,32,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 2003 Syrcab Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2003-syrcab-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2003,B.R. Cohn
,Red,France,"With 44% of Cabernet Sauvignon and an equal amount of Merlot, this wine perfectly expresses the relatively cool vineyards of Listrac. It has structure, tautness and fine, violet perfumes and layers of spicy wood. Fine, clean acidity suggests good aging potential. Imported by Carolina Wine Co.",,19,87,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Dupré 2003  Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-dupre-2003-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Fourcas Dupré
,Red,US,"This Mendocino region has some very old Syrah vines, and they have produced a dark, soft, lush Syrah, with an earthy component to the blackberry and mocha flavors. It's pretty tannic, but that softness makes it instantly drinkable, and it's not likely to improve with age.",Vieilles Vignes,34,87,California,Mendocino County,McDowell Valley,A Donkey and Goat 2004 Vieilles Vignes Syrah (McDowell Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-donkey-goat-2004-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mcdowell-valley/,Syrah,2004,A Donkey and Goat
13.5,Red,Chile,"A touch roasted and fiery on the nose, with a lot of earth and wood-based spice. The palate runs toward tart and snappy, with cherry skin and blackberry accounting for the fruit content. Bright in terms of flavor and profile, but on the leaner side when it comes to feel. Imported by Constellation Wines USA.",Escudo Rojo,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2003 Escudo Rojo Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2003-escudo-rojo-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
,Red,US,"Released at four-plus years, unusual for a Merlot, but the tannins are beginning to melt, although they're still formidable. The underlying flavors are of cherries and oak, and the wine is dry and balanced. This wine is complex enough to drink with your best fare.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Godwin 2001 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/godwin-2001-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2001,Godwin
,Red,US,"Delicious in deep, satisfying flavor, this wine tastes like a cherry pie drizzled with cassis, sprinkled with cinnamon, and baked into a sweetly buttery baked crust. Yet it's bone dry. Full-bodied for a Pinot, it has a silky texture and is very easy to drink.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn 2004 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2004,Hahn
,White,New Zealand,"Smooth, plump and elegant, this Otago Pinot Gris is easy to drink and easy to like. Apple, pear and melon flavors offer enough fruity facets to charm without being overly complex—just chill and enjoy. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",,26,87,Central Otago,,,Quartz Reef 2004 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartz-reef-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2004,Quartz Reef
,White,New Zealand,"Toasty and mealy on the nose, evidencing good integration of oak with the lush tropical fruit flavors typical of Gisborne Chardonnay. Plump on the palate without being heavy, then unleashes notes of buttered popcorn on the finish. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Judd Estate,17,87,Gisborne,,,Matua Valley 2003 Judd Estate Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2003-judd-estate-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2003,Matua Valley
14,White,Chile,"Snappy and nice, with a touch of mineral. Otherwise it's all about ripe apple and pear up front and citrus on the back palate and finish. Zesty and clean, with the mildest amount of honeyed sweetness. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2005 Reserva Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2005-reserva-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,MontGras
,Red,US,"Here's a Syrah that's rich and full-bodied enough to stand as an inexpensive replacement for something far more costly. It has elaborate flavors of blackberries, cherries, coffee, leather, and white pepper, and is fully dry and balanced, with a long finish. From Fess Parker.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Parker Station 2003 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parker-station-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Parker Station
10.5,White,Germany,"This wine boasts intense and pure aromas of pear and pineapple, then adds notes of melon and dried spices on the palate. Medium in body and slightly sweet, with a short, crisp finish. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",RK QbA,13,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2004 RK QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2004-rk-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
,Red,US,"From the pale color you might expect a lightweight, but this Monterey-Santa Barbara blend is anything but. It's superripe, with baked cherry pie flavors that flood the palate with sweetness, although the wine is fully dry. Best now.",Palazzio,34,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Testarossa 2004 Palazzio Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-palazzio-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Testarossa
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A soft, easy-to-drink style of Sauvignon, with subtle aromatics and fleshy flavors of honey, pineapple and tropical fruit laced with crisper, green-apple notes. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,18,87,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Spy Valley
14,Rose,Chile,"Great color; spicy and full of plum-based aromas. Lucid from start to finish, and a true overachiever in this class of wine. Flavors of cherry and nectarine are fresh and full. Finishes clean as crystal. Perfect for a spring picnic. Not imported.",120 Rosé,8,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2005 120 Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2005-120-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Santa Rita
,Red,US,"A very nice blend, midway between a reserve and a single vineyard wine. The “Cuvée” series from Rex Hill is designed to express the nuances of several of the newest AVAs and sub-AVAs in the state. This excellent bottle is soft and approachable, with pretty fruit. It lacks a bit of concentration, but what is there is flavorful, with hints of rose petals and raspberries.",Chehalem Mountains Cuvée,28,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2003 Chehalem Mountains Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2003-chehalem-mountains-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rex Hill
,Red,New Zealand,"This is a dark, ripe expression of Syrah, with coffee and blackberry scents that pick up molasses, cola and black pepper notes on the palate. Firm, gripping tannins on the finish suggest this has a few years to go before reaching maturity.",Elspeth,,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2002 Elspeth Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2002-elspeth-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2002,Mills Reef
15.2,Red,US,"Showcases the powerful ripeness of Sierra mountain Zins in the massive blackberry pie, cherry tart and Kahlúa flavors that are wrapped in thick, finely ground tannins. This is a beautiful Zin that would score higher except for some excessive sweetness, despite 15.2% of alcohol.",ReZerve Paul's Vineyard,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Shenandoah 2003 ReZerve Paul's Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2003-rezerve-pauls-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2003,Shenandoah
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Like several other Hawke's Bay wineries, Sileni has moved their Sauvignon Blanc sourcing to Marlborough. In this case, the results are pretty impressive. Pineapple, passion fruit and grapefruit notes all ring harmoniously on the nose and palate, yielding a fruity, crisp wine that satisfies the craving for solid Sauvignon Blanc. Imported by Klassen Wines.",Cellar Selection,14,87,Marlborough,,,Sileni 2005 Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-2005-cellar-selection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Sileni
,White,New Zealand,"Pallsier's second-tier Chardonnay isn't imported to the U.S., but for readers where it is available, it probably offers decent value. Subtle toast and lees add complexity to apple and citrus fruit. Crisp acidity and a chalky, slightly tannic feel make it a good with food.",Pencarrow,,87,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2004 Pencarrow Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2004-pencarrow-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Palliser Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"Tastes exactly like you might expect a blend of these two grapes to taste, with blackberry and spice notes from the Malbec (55%) and black-cherry and dried-herb shadings from the Merlot (45%). Although not hugely complex or rich, it's a pretty wine that shouldn't be overlooked. Imported by Total Beverage Solution.",Reserve,16,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2002 Reserve Malbec-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2002-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Malbec-Merlot,2002,Kemblefield
13,White,New Zealand,"Not explosively aromatic, but that may make this Gewürz easier to warm up to for some consumers. It's filled with pear and peach flavors, rounded out by a touch of residual sugar (to most tasters, it will come across as dry), and finishes with a pinch of peppery spice. Imported by Cordon Selections.",Moutere,24,87,Nelson,,,Kahurangi 2004 Moutere Gewürztraminer (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahurangi-2004-moutere-gewurztraminer-nelson/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Kahurangi
,Red,US,"This is easily Hahn's best red Bordeaux-style wine. It's rich in ripe, attractive blackberry, cherry and cassis fruit, with complex, smooth tannins, and is dry. The main difference between it and, say, a Napa bottling is acidity, which this wine has plenty of.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2004 Meritage (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast/,Meritage,2004,Hahn
,White,New Zealand,"Prototypical Marlborough Sauvignon, from the herbal, grassy aromas to the stone-fruit flavors on the midpalate and green pepper accents. Tart and chalky on the finish. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,12,87,Marlborough,,,Giesen 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Giesen
,White,US,Shows the distinctly high acidity and laser-pure lemon and lime flavors that are so typical of this chilly appellation. You'll also find enriching oak and lees influences in this clean Burgundian-style wine.,Reserve,18,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Concannon 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Concannon
,Red,US,"This opens with tart, tight leaf and beetroot flavors, which overlay quite soft, round and riper fruit. The integration of earthy tannins with the fruit is a little disjointed; what shows most clearly are the leafy, herbal plant flavors. There's plenty of stuffing here; perhaps this is one of those wines that will warrant a higher score with additional bottle age.",Grand Cuvée,49,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2004 Grand Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2004-grand-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Belle Vallée
13.5,White,Chile,"This is one of Chile's best Chardonnays. It's made in the deep south of the country, where it's very cool. The result is a zesty, acidic wine, but one with a lot of tropical flavors such as pineapple, lemon and melon. Well balanced and real, with a pleasant streak of oak running through the citrusy finish. Imported by Metrowine Distribution.",Sol de Sol,30,88,Malleco,,,Viña Aquitania 2003 Sol de Sol Chardonnay (Malleco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-aquitania-2003-sol-sol-chardonnay-malleco/,Chardonnay,2003,Viña Aquitania
14,Red,Chile,"Woody, with dill and buttery oak along with toast, char and distant berry and plum. The palate offers raspberry, cherry and a blast of lollipop sweetness. Finishes with medium tannins, milk chocolate and a snap of tang. Impressive but affordable for Maipo Cabernet. Imported by Terra Andina.",Alto Reserve,13,88,Maipo Valley,,,Terra Andina 2003 Alto Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2003-alto-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Terra Andina
,White,New Zealand,"Intensely flavored, with bold rose and lychee notes. With only 4 g/L of residual sugar, it comes across as dry and a bit lean, but very crisp and precise, with a long finish. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",Winemakers Collection,,88,Nelson,,,Seifried 2005 Winemakers Collection Gewürztraminer (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2005-winemakers-collection-gewurztraminer-nelson/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Seifried
,Red,US,"Acorn, which does such interesting things with Rhône varieties, shows it's no slouch with Bordeaux varieties, to judge from this fresh, succulent young red wine. It's medium-bodied and dry, with polished flavors of cherries, blueberries, leather and herbs and a long, spicy finish.",Alegria Vineyards,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2003 Alegria Vineyards Cabernet Franc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2003-alegria-cabernet-franc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Acorn
13,White,New Zealand,"Peachy; quite ripe and round on the palate, filled with stone fruit, yet it's not fat and never loses its focus. This is nicely balanced Marlborough Sauv, even if in a somewhat riper style than expected. Imported by Wimbledon Wine Company.",Vineyard Select,19,88,Marlborough,,,Kathy Lynskey 2005 Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathy-lynskey-2005-vineyard-select-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kathy Lynskey
,Red,US,"With nearly 16% alcohol, the wine is dry, although it does have heat. It's forward in berry-cherry, mocha and peppery spice flavors, with a trace of raisins. Obviously, with a wine of this size, you'll want to be careful both drinking it and matching it with food.",Block 28,31,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2002 Block 28 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2002-block-28-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Hendry
,White,New Zealand,"Toasty and nutty on the nose, but the 20% new oak is well-integrated, adding spice to the apple and citrus flavors and contributing a plump, mealy texture.",Not imported,,88,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2003 Not imported Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2003-not-imported-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2003,Mt. Difficulty
,White,New Zealand,"Although Palliser's wines are represented in the U.S., the Chardonnays are not, which is a shame given the evident quality. This is a medium- to full-bodied wine, marked with honey, toast, peach and orange aromas and bold pineapple flavors, yet it finishes crisp, not sweet, buttery or cloying.",,,88,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2004 Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2004-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Palliser Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"A step up from the somewhat simple 2002 version of this wine, the 2003 Bullrush Merlot boasts ample weight on the palate and a long finish to go with its expansive black cherry flavors shot through with dried herbs. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Bullrush Vineyard,20,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 2003 Bullrush Vineyard Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2003-bullrush-vineyard-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2003,Matua Valley
,White,US,"Ripe peaches, mango and citrus jump from the glass; there's no lack of lush fruit in this reserve. Oddly, despite barrel fermentation, the fruit completely overshadows any trace of oak. Juicy and ripe, with some slightly bitter citrus rind in the finish.",Reserve,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2003-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Ponzi
,White,New Zealand,"Quite attractive, with flinty aromas backed by scents of apple and pear. More fleshy and ripely tropical in the mouth, giving an impression of richness without oak.",Unoaked,,88,Waipara,,,Mount Cass 2004 Unoaked Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-cass-2004-unoaked-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2004,Mount Cass
,Red,US,"This is one of the ripest, least earthy Dry Creek Cabs I've ever had. It's quite a lush wine, forward in juicy black cherry and cassis flavors, yet complex, with real depth and length to the finish. Drink now.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Forth 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forth-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Forth
12.5,White,Germany,"This slate selection from Kendermanns is a pleasant surprise, speaking of its origins in the smoky, wet slate aromas and stony flavors couched in layers of white peach, melon and hints of honey. Despite a considerable 12.5% alcohol, it seems light and fresh, ending on notes of citrus and melon. Imported by Reh Kendermann GmbH Weinkellerei.",Schiefer Riesling QbA Trocken,21,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Kendermanns 2004 Schiefer Riesling QbA Trocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendermanns-2004-schiefer-riesling-qba-trocken-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Kendermanns
8.5,White,Germany,"A bit straightforward and simple for what we've come to expect from this producer, with wet slate and honeyed pear aromas that add apple flavors on the palate. It's still very good Riesling, medium-bodied and clean on the finish. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Johannisberger Klaus Spätlese,24,88,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2004 Johannisberger Klaus Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2004-johannisberger-klaus-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Johannishof
,White,New Zealand,"Nicely ripened without being overripe, this rather soft Sauvignon marries peach and melon fruit with a dollop of grassy herbaceousness. Pretty and easy to drink; best yet from this winery. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",,17,88,Marlborough,,,Lake Chalice 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-chalice-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Lake Chalice
13.5,Red,South Africa,"With powerful aromas of tobacco and menthol this earthy wine definitely pleases, although a medicinal note detracts a bit. In the mouth, red berry is muted by forest floor, tobacco and mint, and the wine coats the palate with some gritty tannins. Finishes smooth, ending with mixed berry. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Titan,16,88,Stellenbosch,,,Tumara 2002 Titan Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tumara-2002-titan-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Tumara
,Red,US,"New Dijon clone plantings at this well-established vineyard have cut down the leafy herbaceousness of past vintages. This is delicate, clean, lightly ripe, with hints of fresh tomato and pomegranate. It is the sort of Oregon Pinot that truly emulates cru villages Burgundy; light, appealing, and ready to drink.",Seven Springs Vineyard,49,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2003 Seven Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2003-seven-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rex Hill
10.5,White,Germany,"A soft, easygoing Riesling that's a nice introduction to the sterner stuff of the Rheingau, this medium-bodied wine offers mouthfilling baked apple and spice flavors to match its broad melon, spice and mineral aromas. Imported by Schmitt-Sohne Inc.",QbA,16,88,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2004 QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2004-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Schloss Vollrads
14,Red,Chile,"This winery has been getting things right lately, and the '04 Cabernet is deep and fruity, with a touch of oak and ripe, integrated tannins. Flavors of dark fruit are offset by chocolate and toast flavors, while the finish is rich but relaxed. Great for the money. Imported by Vin Divino.",Reserva,10,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Casa Silva
,Red,US,"Umpqua and Rogue Valley fruit lends a lush warmth to this fragrant, spicy blend. The sweet cherry and strawberry fruit has a spicy kick, like cinnamon candy, and the tannins have been smoothed over, so the finish is extended and soft.",Southern Oregon Cuvée,28,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rex Hill 2003 Southern Oregon Cuvée Pinot Noir (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2003-southern-oregon-cuvee-pinot-noir-southern/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rex Hill
,Red,US,"A blend of four Bordeaux varieties with 25% Zinfandel, this wine shows its origin in the soft texture and raisiny midpalate. It's a plushly pleasant, full-bodied, tannic wine with Cabernet-esque qualities, while that Zin adds a wild, brambly, spicy note.",Venti Due Anni,27,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2003 Venti Due Anni Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2003-venti-due-anni-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2003,Castoro Cellars
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Starts with scents of roses and lychees, then adds stone fruit and superripe pear flavors to the mix. Plump and even a little oily on the palate, picking up a bit of spice on the finish. Contains 7g/L residual sugar, but comes  across as dry. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,20,88,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2005 Gewürztraminer (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2005-gewurztraminer-marlborough/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Spy Valley
,Red,France,"A wine initially dominated by wood, but opens to show ripe, black fruits, flavors of herbs and firm, dry tannins. From an 88-acre vineyard in the west of Listrac, this is a finely structured wine, which will certainly age well. Imported by Heidelberg Distribution.",,13,88,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fonréaud 2003  Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2003-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Fonréaud
,Red,France,"One of the three crus bourgeois Medoc properties under the control of Marie-Laure Lurton, Duplessis has produced an attractive, fruity wine in 2003, which shows good tannic structure under its black currant and herb flavors. It is fine and elegant, with a deliciously lively aftertaste, and should develop well. Imported by Hartley and Parker.",,,88,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Duplessis 2003  Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duplessis-2003-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Duplessis
,Red,France,"From a mosaic of 90 different scattered parcels, oenologue Georges Pauli has constructed a firm style of wine, with Saint-Estèphe's characteristic tannins and fresh black currant fruits. This is a structured wine, which should certainly age well. Imported by Fruit of the Vines, Inc.",,17,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lilian Ladouys 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lilian-ladouys-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Lilian Ladouys
15,Red,South Africa,"Much better than a bottle previously reviewed, this wine shows ample tobacco, earth, and slate to combine with its admittedly green flavors. Its structured like a tightrope, linear and strong, with more acidity than many Cabernets of its caliber. It will pair beautifully with a pot roast, and develop more complexity with age.",Red,59,88,Stellenbosch,,,Vergelegen 2001 Red Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergelegen-2001-red-red-stellenbosch-55703/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Vergelegen
14,Red,Chile,"Heavy and ripe, but also floral and rich, with satisfying, intriguing aromatics. Draws you in with smoky notes of boysenberry, black plum and bitter chocolate, and then seals the deal with a firm, balanced, moderately tannic finish. Imported by Austral Wines.",Gran Reserva,16,88,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2003 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2003-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ventisquero
,Red,US,"Firm, ripe and very solid: a chunkier, more muscular style of Pinot Noir, somewhat reminiscent of Cabernet. There's good black cherry and boysenberry fruit, some milk chocolate and vanilla bean barrel flavors, and plenty of ripeness. Perfectly enjoyable right now, this is a good effort at this price point.",,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cuneo 2003 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuneo-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cuneo
,White,New Zealand,"Boasts plenty of tropical fruit on the nose, fleshed out by passionfruit and pineapple flavors on the palate. Intense and flavorful; a crisp and fruity Sauvignon for early consumption. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",,17,88,Waipara,,,Mount Cass 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-cass-2004-sauvignon-blanc-waipara-55104/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Mount Cass
,Red,US,"I liked the winery's 2001, although it was quite tannic, but this isn't in the same league. This vintage is also numbingly tannic, maybe even more so, but the core of fruit that charmed a year ago isn't there, leading to questions about ageability. If you're a gambler, cellar it for six years and see what's up.",,100,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Palmaz 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmaz-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Palmaz
,White,New Zealand,"At only 10.5% alcohol and approximately 40g/L residual sugar, this is a spätlese-style Riesling from the clay soils of Moutere. Smells of sweet apples and baking spices with a hint of petrol character that adds complexity and a texture reminiscent of fine chalk dust. Enjoyable now, and should hold up to 5 years, possibly longer. Imported by Epic Wines.",,,88,Moutere,,,Neudorf 2003 Riesling (Moutere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2003-riesling-moutere/,Riesling,2003,Neudorf
14,Red,South Africa,"On the nose, plum and juicy berry are joined by cocoa powder and vanilla. With ir, grilled meat aromas emerge. The palate starts out a bit sweet with vanilla, but quickly picks up fruit, spice and charred meat notes.  All this in a package that is soft without being simple. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,11,88,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2002 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2002,Nederburg
13.5,White,Germany,"Unique and idiosyncratic, this extravagantly priced wine certainly makes a statement. Smoky, mineral and spice scents are layered over tropical fruits that range from mango to lychee. Clean and crisp on the finish, without the same length as Bürklin-Wolf's Deidesheimer Hohenmorgen. Imported by Classical Wines.",Forster Kirchenstück GC Riesling QbA Trocken,80,88,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 2004 Forster Kirchenstück GC Riesling QbA Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-2004-forster-kirchenstuck-gc-riesling-qba-trocken-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
15,Red,South Africa,"Although this wine boasts 15% alcohol, it's very well balanced. It's dark and spicy, with flavors of black olive and cooked berry, picking up hints of lemon custard that continue to the long, coffe and olive finish. A big wine that packs plenty of punch and just enough tannin to make it work. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Pumphouse,20,88,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2003 Pumphouse Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2003-pumphouse-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2003,Backsberg
,Red,US,"Young and bursting with scents of crisp toast, ripe cherries, coffee grounds and cedar, this forward, fruity Pinot unfolds with bright raspberry flavors. The tangy fruit holds down the fort, circled by marauding bands of toast and ground coffee. Expressive and flavorful.",,29,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Adelsheim
,Red,France,"This wine is juicy, fruity, and has an easy fresh style. At the same time, there is good intensity of flavor from the ripe, small berries of 2003. Ready to drink now, it should age well over the next 5 years.",,,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château La Cardonne 2003  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-cardonne-2003-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château La Cardonne
,Red,France,"One of the best vintages for many years from this rather forgotten property. The wine is developing fast, already well integrated, powerful and dense, but dominated by attractive, ripe fruit. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,30,88,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse
,Red,France,"Partly owned by New York resident Peter M. F. Sichel, this is a property that has considerably improved. This 2003 has richness, some good new wood flavors and and an open character. The fruit is packed with ripe, black flavors and there is softness to the aftertaste that is immediately appealing. Imported by Parliament Wine Co.",,22,88,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Hosten 2003  Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-hosten-2003-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Fourcas Hosten
14,Red,Chile,"Big and ripe, with cotton candy, raspberry and vanilla on the nose. The blend is 50% Cabernet, with smaller doses of Carmenère, Syrah and Petit Verdot thrown in. Mouthfeel is an attribute inthis case, as the fruit is plump, the tannins correct and the acidity integrated. Imported by Vin Divino.",Quinta Generacion,22,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2002 Quinta Generacion Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2002-quinta-generacion-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Casa Silva
13.5,White,New Zealand,"After a big crop in the 2004 vintage, Marlborough suffered from poor weather during flowering, leading to lower-than-normal yields and more concetrated wines in 2005. In a recent tasting of 20-odd new releases, this offering proved to be the best value. It shows less pungency and more ripeness than most years, starting with grapefruit and adding layers of stone fruits and ripe, tropical flavors.",Private Bin,15,88,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2005 Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2005-private-bin-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Villa Maria
,White,US,"If you're looking for a kosher Chard, try this one. It's a fine wine, rich in fruit, well-oaked and balanced, with the creamy, full-bodied mouthfeel you want in this varietal. The peach custard, pineapple and kiwi flavors are simply delicious.",Cellar Select,14,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Weinstock Cellars 2003 Cellar Select Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinstock-cellars-2003-cellar-select-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Weinstock Cellars
,White,New Zealand,"Fresh and initially fruity, marked by bold passion fruit and tropical flavors. It's relatively light in body, making it ideal as a starter white, then finishes on a crisp, chalky note that sets it apart from Marlborough Sauvignons. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",,19,88,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-otago/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Mt. Difficulty
,White,US,"Here's a compact, young Chard that's tight in minerals and acidity, riding high over well-oaked tropical fruit and peach flavors. It's closed now, and should be allowed to breathe for a while. Drink now through 2009.",Reserve,29,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2003-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Merryvale
,White,US,"Here's something a little different. It's very dry, with interesting tobacco, white pepper, sage and citrus flavors that have a depth and complexity that makes this wine special. Try as an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.",,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2004 Cortese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2004-italian-white-cortese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cortese,2004,Mosby
,White,New Zealand,"Lightly floral on the nose, this medium-bodied Riesling (12.5% alcohol) picks up notes of fresh greens and apples on the palate alongside plenty of bright citrus flavors. Despite over 6g/L residual sugar, crisp acidity keeps the finish fresh. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",,17,88,Central Otago,,,Olssens 2004 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olssens-2004-riesling-central-otago-55095/,Riesling,2004,Olssens
14,Red,Chile,"This is a new entry from Chile, which blends three-quarters Cab with Merlot to fine results. There's a veneer of toasty oak on the solid nose, which features black cherry at the base. The fruit is bright and berry-driven, while chocolate and refreshing acids work the finish. A step up from the so-called “value blend.” Imported by Cellar Door by Pacific Wine Partners.",,14,88,Maipo Valley,,,Duo 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duo-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Duo
,Red,US,"Shows true Santa Rita character, although it's slimmed down compared to the appellation's star bottlings. Brilliantly crisp in acidity, with ripe, silky tannins, the flavors veer toward cherries, cola, coffee and rhubarb.",,29,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Siduri 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Siduri
14,Red,South Africa,"Starting to show some age with a rusty color at the rim. Black olive and earth dominate the mouth, although aromas of red berry and some woody notes of spice and pastry shine through. With smooth tannins and a nice mouthfeel, this is a solid wine. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Un Deux Trois,22,88,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2002 Un Deux Trois Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2002-un-deux-trois-red-paarl/,Red Blend,2002,Seidelberg
,Red,US,"A blend of various Loring vineyards, this wine is soft and flamboyant in fruity flavor, and a little sweet in the finish, with dramatically ripe black cherry, chocolate and coffee flavors encased in soft, velvety but complex tannins. It defines the modern style of cool-climate California Pinot Noir allowed to achieve maximum ripeness.",Llama Farm,48,88,California,California Other,California,Loring Wine Company 2004 Llama Farm Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-llama-farm-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
,Red,US,"Masses of extra-ripe cherry pie, currant, cocoa and blackberry jam flavors flatter the palate in this rich, slightly heavy wine. It's almost sweet, with a creme de cassis and cherry liqueur finish. This is the Loring style, flamboyant and extracted in New World, sun-drenched fruit.",Clos Pepe Vineyard,48,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Loring Wine Company 2004 Clos Pepe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2004-clos-pepe-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Loring Wine Company
,White,New Zealand,"Ripe pink grapefruit aromas and flavors are almost red-berryish, really, but balanced by crisp acids. Plump in the mouth and very easy to drink, this should be a picnic staple. Imported by Total Beverage Solution.",Winemakers Signature,14,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2005 Winemakers Signature Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2005-winemakers-signature-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Kemblefield
,Red,US,"Rex Hill's 2003 reserve is beautifully crafted, soft, smooth and complete. Flavors of classic Oregon Pinot suggest wild berries, spice, leaf and herb; the tannins have been subdued and the wine just lolls around in your mouth and delivers the goods.",Reserve,39,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rex Hill
,Red,US,"A multivarietal, multivintage blend of various reds going back to 1997, this wine is very dry and, in its own way, complex. The older wines soften it and lend dried fruit notes, the younger ones keep it vibrant with a suggestion of red cherries and sweet tobacco. The end result is really fascinating.",Ol' Red,12,88,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino NV Ol' Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-nv-ol-red-other/,Red Blend,,M. Cosentino
13.5,Red,Chile,"Seductive, with cherry, earth and chocolate-covered raisin on the bouquet. Ripe black fruit coats the sticky palate, while background flavors of tobacco and molasses are both sweet and spicy. Finishes long and nice enough, even if there are some austere tannins in the final analysis. Imported by Undurraga USA.",Founder's Collection,21,88,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2002 Founder's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2002-founders-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Undurraga
13.5,Red,Chile,"A bit Old World in style, with a touch of leafiness to the nose along with hints of earth, leather, olive and dried red fruits. Shows ample cassis, strawberry and brown sugar on the palate, followed by a smooth, relatively long finish. Healthy and powerful, especially after breathing. Imported by Undurraga USA.",Altazor,42,88,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2002 Altazor Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2002-altazor-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Undurraga
8.5,White,Germany,"Starts off with sulfury notes reminiscent of burnt matchstick; slightly rubbery. But with airing, subtle citrus and floral notes emerge, unfolding into baked apple, pear and melon flavors on the palate. This shows balance, elegance and finesse on the crisp, long finish—just give it some time in a decanter if you're going to be drinking it soon. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Brauneberger Juffer Kabinett,20,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Willi Haag 2004 Brauneberger Juffer Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willi-haag-2004-brauneberger-juffer-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Willi Haag
,White,US,"TF stands for Tocai Friulano, a perfectly legitimate grape name that has been outlawed in Oregon and will soon be illegal in its own home of Friuli. It's a fresh, herbal grape, which mixes light grassy flavors, citrus, pineapple and honeydew, with a pleasing mineral undercurrent.",TF,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2004 TF Tocai Friulano (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2004-tf-italian-white-tocai-friulano-willamette-valley/,Tocai Friulano,2004,Adelsheim
,Red,US,"Compared to the winery's '02 Reserve Cab, this is less tannic, more accessible, due to the dominance of Merlot in the blend. Still, it's a tannic young wine, dry and astringent despite rich cherry and mocha flavors. It is not particularly drinkable now, and is not a longterm bet. Drink 2007–2010.",Reserve Alexandre Meritage,49,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2002 Reserve Alexandre Meritage Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2002-reserve-alexandre-meritage-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Geyser Peak
12,Dessert,Chile,"Gold and pretty, with apricot and butterscotch on the fruity nose. Thick melon dripping with honey is the primary flavor component, while the ripe finish is sweet and satisfying, and not at all cloying. If you like sweet orange marmalade, this wine is for you. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Late Harvest Private Reserve,14,88,Maule Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Late Harvest Private Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-late-harvest-private-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Concha y Toro
,White,New Zealand,"A green style, but in this case those grassy, herbal aromas and flavors are amply backed by honeyed tropical fruit. Drink now.",Long Cow,17,88,Marlborough,,,Auntsfield 2005 Long Cow Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/auntsfield-2005-long-cow-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Auntsfield
,White,US,"Byron's regular Chardonnay has historically been a very good wine. This continues that tradition, rich in tropical fruits, but extremely dry, with a stony minerality and high acids that stimulate the taste buds and call for rich fare.",,25,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2003 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Byron
14,Red,Chile,"Years have gone by since we last rated this novelty, and all signs indicate that it has vastly improved. The amalgamation of fruit, tannin and acidity is quite impressive. The mocha and molasses that deck the finish is a rich, welcome touch. Big and unique; but beware of the rock-hard tannins. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Reserve,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2003 Reserve Petite Sirah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2003-reserve-petite-sirah-maipo-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Carmen
,White,New Zealand,"Textbook Marlborough SB, from a large winery that helped establish the style. Passion fruit and kiwi aromas are marked by grassy notes, then rounded out on the midpalate by peach flavors. Crisp and refreshing, with a hint of chalky minerality on the finish. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",,20,89,Marlborough,,,Wither Hills 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wither-hills-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Wither Hills
13.5,Red,Chile,"Lively, rich and complete. There's a lot of wine here for under $10, and the assumption in these parts is that it has everything the average consumer is looking for. Boysenberry, blackberry and cassis flavors are lively yet round, while the finish is saturated and thorough. A full-strength red at a great price. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Casa La Joya Reserve,9,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2004 Casa La Joya Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2004-casa-joya-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Viña Bisquertt
,White,New Zealand,"Toasty and nutty on the nose--the barrel influence is obvious, but it's backed by nicely balanced flavors of melon and spice and a lingering finish. Not a blockbuster or simple oak-bomb, this shows a fair amount of elegance. Drink now.",Winemakers Collection Barrique Fermented,,89,Nelson,,,Seifried 2004 Winemakers Collection Barrique Fermented Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2004-winemakers-collection-barrique-fermented-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2004,Seifried
13.5,Red,Chile,"Wines like this helped Colchagua earn its Wine Region of the Year award for 2005. For not much cash you get a ripe, smoky Cabernet with black plum and cassis aromas as well as flavors of raspberry and cherry. Balanced and pure, with some vanilla and oak on the finish. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Los Vascos,11,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2004 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2004-los-vascos-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,Red,US,"Concannon has struggled to get Syrah right for many years, and this is actually their best release in a while. It's a dry, full-bodied, robust wine, rich in tannins and fruit, with some potential for development. The blackberry, coffee and spice flavors will play well against a nice steak.",Reserve,24,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2003 Reserve Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2003,Concannon
,Red,France,"The high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon in this vineyard (65%) paid off in the ripeness of 2003. This is a powerful, very ripe wine, full of sunshine. Wood flavors support the big black fruit. If it lacks the complexity of its succeeding vintage, this 2003 makes up with its openness and generosity. Imported by France Wine.",,,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château les Ormes Sorbet 2003  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-sorbet-2003-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château les Ormes Sorbet
,Red,France,"A great success for this fifth growth, run by Claire Villars. The 2003 is velvety, rounded, beautifully balanced. It is not a densely powerful wine, showing more elegance and seduction. It is already developing, and should be ready to drink in four or five years, maybe less. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,34,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Haut Bages Libéral
14.5,Red,Chile,"Fleshy and full-bodied, with milk chocolate, raisin, cassis, char and leather all making for a serious bouquet. Olive, prune, blackberry and more coat the powerful, whole palate. Shows a lot of depth and color. An individual wine with character. Imported by Vin Divino.",Los Lingues Gran Reserva,17,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2003 Los Lingues Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2003-los-lingues-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Casa Silva
,White,New Zealand,"A lush marriage of tropical fruit and toast, coconut and vanilla notes, this is a big, ripe creamiscle of a wine, finishing with a flourish of oak. Imported by Vincor USA.",Tietjen-Briant,25,89,Gisborne,,,Kim Crawford 2004 Tietjen-Briant Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2004-tietjen-briant-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2004,Kim Crawford
,White,New Zealand,"This top-of-the-line Chard gets the full Monty—barrel fermentation, lees-stirring, malolactic fermentation—resulting in a toasty, buttery wine that's oaky from start to finish. Thankfully, there's also decent pear and apple fruit underneath and a lingering finish. Imported by Cordon Selections.",Mt. Arthur,22,89,Moutere,,,Kahurangi 2004 Mt. Arthur Chardonnay (Moutere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahurangi-2004-mt-arthur-chardonnay-moutere/,Chardonnay,2004,Kahurangi
,White,New Zealand,"This ambitious project, partly owned by Las Vegas-based Glenn Schaeffer, head of Fontainebleau Resorts, has succeeded admirably in its first vintage processed in its new winery. Lovely stoniness and minerality buttress ripe Sauvignon flavors of stone fruit and pink grapefruit.",,,89,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2005-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Woollaston
,Red,France,"This chateau has a fine and deserved reputation, as this powerful but elegant 2003 shows. It has all the sophistication of Margaux, along with some lightness that balances the dry tannins. Imported by Vignobles De France.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Monbrison 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbrison-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Monbrison
,Red,France,"Brane-Cantenac's natural elegance, at the heart of Margaux, doesn't seem to have survived 2003 as well as some other properties, despite the initial favorable impression at barrel tasting time. That is to say that the fruit is very generous, juicy almost, but its ripeness seems out of proportion to the soft tannins and sweet aftertaste. Other current vintages, particularly 2001 and 2004, have been better. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,34,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Brane-Cantenac
,White,New Zealand,"A bit floral on the nose, then that gives way to pear and apple fruit aromas. It's medium-bodied, nicely balancing the 7g/L residual sugar with crisp acidity that makes it appear virtually dry. Tart and appley on the finish. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",Waipara Gravels Reserve,18,89,Waipara,,,Mount Cass 2004 Waipara Gravels Reserve Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-cass-2004-waipara-gravels-reserve-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2004,Mount Cass
14.2,Red,Chile,"This winery rarely fails with its basic Cabernet; in fact, it has establsihed the benchmark for South American value Cabs. The 2004 version is loaded with ripe berry flavors, a spot of earth and leather, and plenty of baking chocolate and tannin. Smooth and easy, but hearty and assured. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,11,89,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2004-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,MontGras
,Red,US,"This winery does a fine job with this unusual, rustic red grape. Heavy, juicy black cherry fruit anchors an earthy, tannic wine, giving it a ripe, solid core to hang the tannins on.",,14,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2003 Maréchal Foch (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2003-other-red-marechal-foch-willamette-valley/,Maréchal Foch,2003,Airlie
14.2,Red,Chile,"Kicks off with some herbal, foresty notes but then finds its fruit in the form of ripe plum and blackberry. The palate offers all the black fruit you could ask for as well as a dollop of chocolate fudge. Comes up a bit short of the upper echelon but still it has a lot of positives. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Elegance,40,89,Maipo Valley,,,Haras de Pirque 2001 Elegance Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-de-pirque-2001-elegance-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley-52545/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Haras de Pirque
,White,US,"Never effusively fruity, Hendry Chards are characterized by polished herb and mineral notes, although there are underlying peach flavors. This ultradry wine is crisp and earthy, with a complex balance that makes you like it more and more as you sip.",Blocks 19 & 20 Dijon Clones,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2003 Blocks 19 & 20 Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2003-blocks-19-20-dijon-clones-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Hendry
,Red,US,"Just this side of dry, this is a round, soft, polished Zin, rich in cherry, cassis, coffee and milk chocolate flavors, with a pleasantly spicy, peppery finish. It's a lush wine with a small percent of Syrah.",Cougar Hill,16,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2003 Cougar Hill Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2003-cougar-hill-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Sobon Estate
,Red,US,"The youngest of Cristom's estate vineyards, Eileen is also at the highest elevation. Flavors follow: it is perhaps the most “Oregonian” of the lineup, with noticeable touches of tomato leaf and wet soil, along with tart blackberry and vanilla. Finishing tannins are quite dry and austere.",Eileen Vineyard,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2003 Eileen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2003-eileen-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cristom
15,Red,South Africa,"A bit of horse funk opens up the nose, but it never overpowers. Some fresh herb notes add nuance to black pepper, dark berry and menthol flavors. Finishes warm and spicy. Despite 15% alcohol, this wine is nicely balanced, with dusty tannins. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Solitude,34,89,Paarl,,,Fairview 2002 Solitude Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2002-solitude-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2002,Fairview
14.3,Red,Chile,"This winery does its best with Bordeaux-style blends, which in fact are the pride of Maipo and what brings people back to Chile. This wine offers some traditional game and leather on the nose and then plum and berry flavors on the palate. Spice, toast and vanilla all join nicely on the finish. Hold until 2007. Imported by Walker Hall.",Armonía Reserva,15,89,Maipo Valley,,,Nido de Aguila 2003 Armonía Reserva Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nido-aguila-2003-armonia-reserva-red-maipo-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Nido de Aguila
,Red,US,"What a roll Peju has been on with Bordeaux wines. This is the first Petit Verdot I've had from them, and it's very good, given the variety's inherent limitations. It's dark, very dry, full-bodied and intensely tannic, with currant flavors. You could try stashing it away for a decade, or drink it now with a well-marbled steak.",,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2002 Petit Verdot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2002-petit-verdot-napa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2002,Peju
,Red,US,"Such are the tannins here that the wine will benefit from time. It has the balance and above all the fruit to make it through six years. The cherries, blackberries, boysenberries and cocoa are complex and delicious.",,25,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Renwood 2003 Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2003-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2003,Renwood
8,White,Germany,"Light and fresh, this tart, strident wine is a poster-child for cool-climate Riesling. Lime, green apple and pineapple aromas and flavors are bold and crisp, tinged with enough slatey minerality to mark its Saar origins. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Serriger Schloss Saarsteiner Kabinett,20,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schloss Saarstein 2004 Serriger Schloss Saarsteiner Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2004-serriger-saarsteiner-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Schloss Saarstein
,Red,France,"Under the ownership of Patrick Bernard (same family as the owners of Domaine de Chevalier), this is an up-and-coming estate that makes fine wines. This 2003 is particularly rich, a solid, generously tannic wine that has excellent ripe black fruits, sweet tannins and tarry flavors.",,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Peyrabon 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyrabon-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Peyrabon
,White,US,"Exotic in peach custard, honeysuckle and tapioca flavors, with a rich, creamy, full-bodiedness, this is a nice alternative to Chardonnay. It will be especially attractive with a firm-fleshed white fish, sauteed in butter and EVOO, with a fruity-salsa topping.",Camp 4 Vineyard,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Epiphany 2004 Camp 4 Vineyard Roussanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2004-camp-4-vineyard-roussanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Roussanne,2004,Epiphany
,Red,US,"With polished black currant, cherry, coffee and toasty oak flavors, this Cabernet has lots to like. Its tannins are smooth and thick, but finely-ground, and the overall balance is right up there. This is a winery to watch. Drink now.",,19,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Shannon Ridge
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Musky and spicy on the nose, with hints of rose petal and pineapple. With 16 g/L residual sugar, this is noticeably off-dry but not sweet by any measure, balanced by ample acidity and modest (13.5%) alcohol. A prerelease sample of the '04 shows greater richness and length, and should be a wine to watch. Imported by Folio Fine Wine Partners.",Reserve Ormond,53,89,Gisborne,,,Vinoptima 2003 Reserve Ormond Gewürztraminer (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinoptima-2003-reserve-ormond-gewurztraminer-gisborne/,Gewürztraminer,2003,Vinoptima
,White,New Zealand,"This tightly wound Sauvignon needs time to unfurl. Tasted just after bottling, it offers little more than hints of peaches and lees, but you can sense the potential within. Finishes long and lean, with grapefruity overtones. Try it in summer '06, but it might even improve for a year beyond that. Imported by McDevitt & McDevitt Importers.",Golden Mile,18,89,Marlborough,,,Domaine Georges Michel 2005 Golden Mile Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georges-michel-2005-golden-mile-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Domaine Georges Michel
8.5,White,Germany,"Light and fresh, this spritely kabinett won't bowl you over, but it just may charm you off your feet. Scents of lime and fresh greens lead the charge, backed by crisp apple and citrus flavors. Lively and mouthwatering on the finish. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett,19,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Wagner 2004 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-wagner-2004-ockfener-bockstein-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Wagner
13.5,Red,Chile,"Los Vascos' wines have been on the upswing, evidenced by this serious, round, mainstream Cab that blends in some Carmenère and Syrah. The bouquet is lush and attractive, the palate full of ripe berry and chocolate. Not unique, but very good and mouthfilling. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Los Vascos Reserve,20,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2003 Los Vascos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2003-los-vascos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,Red,France,"Meyney is often the most gentle of the great estates of Saint-Estèphe, and in 2003 this character is most obvious. The wine is full of vitality and ripeness, soft tannins showing the property more than the hot year. The fruit dominates right through the wine, with dryness only appearing in the aftertaste.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Meyney 2003  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meyney-2003-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Meyney
14,Red,Chile,"Solid and full-bodied, with thoroughness to the nose. Flavors of blackberry, cassis, pepper and savory spice are totally convincing, while the finish is tight and right if not exactly effusive. This Cab is made from a vineyard that houses vines planted 150 years ago, so it has some serious terroir. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Vieilles Vignes,20,89,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 2000 Vieilles Vignes Cabernet Sauvignon (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2000-vieilles-vignes-cabernet-sauvignon-requinoa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Château Los Boldos
,Red,France,"This chateau, owned by one of the old Bordeaux families, the Bories, has only recently begun to gain the stature its vineyard, in the south of Pauillac, demands. This '03 is still very tight, packed with dark, tannic fruits, and dominated by a dense layer of wood. The price is still reasonable, which makes this a great wine for drinking after 10 years. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,30,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Batailley 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-batailley-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Haut Batailley
,Red,France,"Delicacy and charm often seem to be the hallmarks of Angludet—positive virtues in a world full of alcoholic, powerful wines. This 2003 has perhaps more tannins than usual from small berries, but it retains the property's elegance. Can be drunk relatively young, but certainly improves over 5–10 years.",,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Angludet 2003  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dangludet-2003-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château d'Angludet
,Red,France,"This Clerc-Milon, under the same winemaking team as Mouton Rothschild, is an attractive wine, not heavy, already quite soft. It seems to have been heavily extracted, in a New World style, with new wood aromas and flavors, losing something of Pauillac, but a winner in that it's immediately attractive. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,55,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2003  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2003-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Clerc Milon
,White,US,"Distinct for its powerfully intense lemondrop and lime pie flavors, this Chard also is rich and zesty in citrusy acids. Oak plays a supporting role, bringing toast and vanilla accents. Perfect with shellfish, especially cracked crab.",,18,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Waterstone 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Waterstone
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A delicious wine, loaded with cassis and kirsch liqueur. The complex nose offers tobacco and menthol in addition to the deep fruit, similar to the spice and tobacco on the fruity finish. A wine to drink over the near term. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Mill Race,22,89,Stellenbosch,,,Vergelegen 2003 Mill Race Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergelegen-2003-mill-race-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vergelegen
,Red,US,"A substantial, mouthfilling, plump and seductive wine, offering a chewy mix of cherry/berry red fruits, mocha, vanilla and baking spice. It's a solid, ripe, well-crafted wine that delivers a lot of pleasure right up front. A huge improvement over the disappointing 2002.",Jacob-Hart Vineyard,49,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2003 Jacob-Hart Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2003-jacob-hart-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rex Hill
,White,New Zealand,"Starts with notes of peach, pineapple and jalapeño oil. Light in body, the flavors just slip away, leaving behind hints of peaches and green peppers. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Pencarrow,14,85,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2004 Pencarrow Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2004-pencarrow-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Palliser Estate
,Rose,US,"This dry, crisp rosé is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. It has gentle flavors of strawberries, raspberries, apricots and vanilla, and is really a pretty wine.",Autumn's Blush,5,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2004 Autumn's Blush Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2004-autumns-blush-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Peirano
,Dessert,Chile,"Smells like children's vitamins and apple cider. The palate is sugary and fine but rather nondescript; there's candied flavors and persistence, but what does it add up to? Adequate acidity, but overall it's simply plain and sweet. Imported by Halby Marketing.",Late Harvest Muscatel,10,84,Limarí Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2004 Late Harvest Muscatel White (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2004-late-harvest-muscatel-white-limari-valley/,White Blend,2004,Santa Alicia
12.8,Red,Chile,"Shows some bramble and pickle on the nose along with a heavy blast of molasses. The palate, however, is more sharp and piquant than expected. Finishes with overt oak and acidity, which creates a lean, tangy finishing sensation. Imported by Undurraga USA.",Reserva,11,84,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2003 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2003-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2003,Undurraga
,White,US,"Bitter oak, a sugary mouthfeel, and an earthy, chunky, pineapple candy-flavored palate.",,10,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2002 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2002-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Airlie
,Red,US,"Far simpler, less ripe and altogether less pleasing than Forth's '02 Cab, also just released, this is an earthy, thin wine. Alcohol is the main feature.",All Boys,18,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Forth 2003 All Boys Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forth-2003-all-boys-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Forth
,White,US,"The nose suggests a mix of herb, citrus and cotton candy; in the mouth you find the same odd confluence of flavors. Maybe all this will come together at some point in time, but right now it's disjointed and off-putting.",,14,80,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2004 Riesling (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2004-riesling-southern-umpqua-valley/,Riesling,2004,Brandborg
,Red,US,"The flagship of Krug's new Limited Release offerings, IX Clones refers to the nine different clones of Cabernet Sauvignon that comprise this wine. The result is more complexity than in the ""regular"" Limited Release Cab and a firmer, chewier finish that suggests cellaring 4-7 years prior to consumption. It's full and creamy-textured on the palate, with aromas and flavors that hint at smoke, cassis, tobacco, cedar and a multitude of dried spices. Should be great, starting in 2010. Only problem? Just 75 cases were produced.",Limited Release IX Clones,80,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2002 Limited Release IX Clones Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2002-limited-release-ix-clones-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Charles Krug
,Red,Italy,"This wine nails that difficult spot between finesse and power. Cranberry and cherry, leather, tobacco, earth, herbs, rose petal and mineral or graphite add texture and complexity. A silky wine with a medium structure from a winery owned by AOL Time Warner chief executive Dick Parsons. Imported by DSI.",,85,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Palazzone 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-palazzone-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Il Palazzone
13,White,France,"Richly honeyed on the nose, with layers of mineral that lure you in. Tastes like honey-drizzled wet riverstones with a squeeze of citrus—mouthfilling yet precise. Long and intense on the finish. Imported by Monsieur Henri Wine Co.",Grenouille Grand Cru,90,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Château Grenouille 2003 Grenouille Grand Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grenouille-2003-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,Château Grenouille
13.5,Red,Australia,"There's just 350 cases produced of this terrific wine, which has light tobaccoey aromas layered over cherry pie. It just floods the front palate with juicy fruit: raspberry, a hint of cranberry, even quince. It's pure, focused, juicy and sophisticated. Finishes medium-long. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",1860 Vines,125,92,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2000 1860 Vines Shiraz (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2000-1860-vines-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-nagambie-lakes/,Shiraz,2000,Tahbilk
,Red,Italy,"A spice-driven wine that makes ample room for leather, cola, smoked ham, cedar, pipe tobacco, licorice, dark plum and barnyard notes. There's an earthy, dusty quality to the mouth that amplifies the wine's smoothness. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Val di Suga,53,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 2001 Val di Suga  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2001-val-suga-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenimenti Angelini
,Red,Italy,"Beautiful layers of cherry-berry, anise, menthol, cedar, minerality and damp clay form an intense and elegant whole. Medium structure with earth, tea-like flavors and a mélange of berries preface a smoky, spicy finish. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",,68,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Castello Banfi
13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine had loads of  toast, coffee bean, moist earth, spice and stable. There's fudge and spiced chocolate in the mouth with a pinch of sour cherry over a black velvety finish. A solid, broad wine for guaranteed gratification but no hidden surprises. Imported by Total Wine & More.",,40,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casisano Colombaio 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casisano-colombaio-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Casisano Colombaio
,Red,Italy,"With vineyards north and southeast of Montalcino, this family-run winery is relatively new on the scene. Opens with floral and fruity intensity: ripe forest berry, blueberry, rose tea and violet and follows with cedar, leather, tobacco and mineral-like, iron notes. Silky, supple and medium-bodied. Imported by Tutto Vino.",,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Mannella 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannella-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Mannella
,Red,Italy,"Clover, dried grass, Oriental spice, rhubarb and intense balsam notes highlight a cherry-vanilla driven wine. Thickly concentrated with very solid tannins and mineral notes woven throughout a long finish. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Colombina 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombina-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Colombina
13.5,White,US,"This is fragrant and very pretty with lime/tangerine orange peel citrus scents. On the palate it is soft and smooth, without the bitterness that viognier can show. Very nice effort, a bit light in the back end, but clean and very aromatic all the way through, with flavors of rose petals and orange peel. Delightful bottle, just 13.5% alcohol.",Willard Family Vineyard,20,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Caterina 2003 Willard Family Vineyard Viognier (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2003-willard-family-vineyard-viognier-other/,Viognier,2003,Caterina
,Dessert,US,"Enormously aromatic and very sweet, this rich, thick dessert wine has good acidity, and it needs it to balance out the honey, apricot purée, lemon custard, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors. A refreshing and delicious wine.",Late Harvest,20,91,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Vinum Cellars 2004 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2004-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Vinum Cellars
,Red,Italy,"Fruit plays second fiddle to dark aromas such as resin, pine nut, fennel seed, maple syrup, mint and exotic spice. Lush cherries and ripe forest berries do come forward in the mouth. Good structure with a dusty, anise-driven finish.",Podere Bellarina,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Niccolai 2001 Podere Bellarina  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-niccolai-2001-podere-bellarina-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenute Niccolai
,White,US,"An off-dry style, nicely crisp with good texture and a very lush mouthfeel. This is perfectly balanced, with just enough sweetness to offset the austerity of the skin tannins. Long, penetrating, clean and persistent, with a lovely texture that goes and goes. Classy stuff.",,10,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Townshend 2004 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2004-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2004,Townshend
,Red,Italy,"Coffee, chocolate, plum and spicy clove add highlights to a dark, textured wine rich with sour chocolate, tar and black cherry. The mouthfeel is creamy, supple, juicy and concentrated with menthol freshness on the finish. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Mocali
,Red,US,"You'll want to cellar this young Cab because presently it's too tannic and closed in for pleasure. Yet it has the stuffing to age. There's a big core of black currant fruit, and the wine's balance should allow it to effortlessly come together by 2010.",Mann Vineyard,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Midsummer Cellars 2003 Mann Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midsummer-cellars-2003-mann-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Midsummer Cellars
,Red,Italy,"A beautiful showing thanks to rich red fruit, pomegranate, blackberry, plum, menthol and heavy toasted notes such as clove, vanilla, almond and coconut. Rich, supple and inky, this is a big, bold wine that should be opened 5–10 years from now. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Tenuta Nuova,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2001 Tenuta Nuova  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2001-tenuta-nuova-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Casanova di Neri
,Red,Italy,"Concentrated and ripe with cherry cola and freshly minced mint on the nose. Ripe, red and meaty in the mouth with lush tannins and maple syrup consistency. Easy to drink. Imported by Wine Wave.",Riserva,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cantina di Montalcino 2000 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-montalcino-2000-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Cantina di Montalcino
,Red,US,"Despite plenty of vanilla and oak on the nose, this Cab Franc is powerful enough to show plenty of varietal character: scents of tobacco and flowers are accented by just the merest hint of green bean. On the palate, the cassis fruit stands out, shaded by layers of cinnamon and clove, with less weight than a Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. Supple, spicy and long on the finish.",Limited Release,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2002 Limited Release Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2002-limited-release-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Charles Krug
14,Red,Italy,"A smoky, charcoal quality is rendered broader thanks to sour cherry, herbal or menthol notes, plum and toasted wood. Gripping tannins give solid structure but ride out smooth on the finish.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Coldisole 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldisole-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Coldisole
,Red,Italy,"This Brunello takes a little while to open, but when it does it reveals vanilla wafers, herbs, roasted coffee bean, tannery smells, sweet bread, leather, earth and herbal notes. Engaging and complex with good structure and solid tannins.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Citille di Sopra 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/citille-sopra-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Citille di Sopra
,Red,Italy,"This wine boasts a very nice balance of enticing aromas such as cola, mint tea, basil leaf, chocolate and dried tobacco. Yet there was enough fruit and berry flavors to ensure a long cellar life. Plump and velvety in the mouth, with mouth cleansing freshness on the finish. A Marc de Grazia selection, various U.S. importers.",Vigna di Pianrosso,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2001 Vigna di Pianrosso  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciacci-piccolomini-daragona-2001-vigna-pianrosso-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona
,Red,US,"This will be the last Klipsun wine from Andrew Will. It's 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and as usual with Klipsun fruit it's a big, chewy wine, though a bit monolithic. Ripe, tight and hard, it's packed with black fruits and flavors of black tea, smoke and chalk.",Klipsun Vineyard,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Andrew Will 2003 Klipsun Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2003-klipsun-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Andrew Will
,Red,Italy,"Strawberry, cherry, apple cider, almond paste, caramel, hints of mint and deeper notes of chocolate and espresso make for an engaging and complex nose. Pronounced acidity is backed by firm tannins and a smooth, spicy finish. Imported by Winebow.",,70,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Altesino
,Red,US,"A first-rate Merlot at a good price for the quality. Dry and complex, with a soft, velvety texture, this supple wine features blackberry, red cherry, cocoa and sweet dried herb flavors, finished with toasty oak.",Grand Reserve,26,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Grand Reserve Merlot (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-grand-reserve-merlot-napa-sonoma-napa/,Merlot,2003,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,Italy,"Toasted oak at the front with thick berry ripeness and unique layers of aromas that include plum, vanilla, resin and even asphalt. A New World-style wine that should integrate beautifully in a few more years. Imported by Montecastelli Selections.",,56,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Rasina 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasina-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Rasina
,Red,US,"This is pure varietal, all from the estate vineyard, and already showing the warm, round supple strength of great Washington Merlot. Rich and sweetly ripe with spicy berries, wild red fruits and sweet chocolate.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2003 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2003,Beresan
,Red,US,"A thick, chewy, fleshy and chocolaty wine, this is classic Washington Merlot. Nothing wimpy about it, the concentrated boysenberry, blueberry, cherry and chocolate flavors are enhanced with cedary aromas and some streaks of cinnamon. Way better than the '02.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Barrister 2003 Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2003,Barrister
,Red,Italy,"Very toasty upfront with a lot going on inside the glass. Cherry fruit is delivered with coffee bean, leather, cigar box, vanilla and a touch of Band-Aid. Has some rustic notes but an overall elegant mouthfeel with a long, velvety, supple finish. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Altero,82,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2001 Altero  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2001-altero-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Poggio Antico
,Red,Italy,"Dark ruby with purplish highlights, this wine boasts bold cherry, forest berry, fennel, dried tobacco, tealeaf, soil and generous cola notes. Full and richly textured in the mouth, the tannins are soft and limber with decent length. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Vigna delle Raunate,23,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2001 Vigna delle Raunate  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2001-vigna-delle-raunate-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Mocali
,Red,US,"Flavorful and interesting, with citrusy acids elevating the mouthfeel and supporting the plump, round cherry fruit. Beautifully crafted, it's already drinking like a well-integrated wine, though barely a year out of the fermenters.",Hillside Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2004 Hillside Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-hillside-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Sineann
14,Red,Spain,"Still young and jumpy, but the ripeness and pedigree of this Penedès bruiser is beyond reproach. It's big, bold and deep as a mountain lake, with black plum, bullion and a pile of blackberry on the palate. Tons of extract and tannins make this inky, saturated heavyweight a wine to ponder. For fans of forward, beefy reds. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Grans Muralles,100,91,Catalonia,Conca de Barberà,,Torres 2000 Grans Muralles Red (Conca de Barberà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2000-grans-muralles-red-conca-barbera/,Red Blend,2000,Torres
13,Red,Spain,"Seductive and classy aromas of sandalwood, cola, spice, licorice and leather amount to pretty much everything you could ask for. Ripe and complex in terms of its earth and tree-fruit flavors. Finishes svelte and sturdy, but with ample vanilla, toffee and tobacco nuances. Classic gran reserva. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva,38,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 1995 Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-1995-imaz-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1995,El Coto
,Red,Italy,"Modern and smooth thanks to generous wood and toasted notes. Dusty cedar, lush vanilla with blueberry and mineral tones. Oak smoothness translates well in the mouth and is helped by mellow tannins. Any more oak would bring it over the top. Imported by Vias Imports.",,135,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cerbaiona 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerbaiona-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Cerbaiona
,Red,Italy,"Applause to Brunello tipicity in the form of balsam notes (menthol cough drop), forest berry, black licorice, tar and background vanilla to smooth over the sharp points. The tannins are still thorny but the finish is long and limber. Imported by Premier Wine Co.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesta di Sopra 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesta-sopra-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Sesta di Sopra
14.5,Red,Italy,"Zonin, in collaboration with Montalcino's Tenuta di Sesta, has delivered a sexy wine with dark cherry fruit, mocha, leather, earth, white mushroom, exotic spice and an attractive  menthol-like finish. The mouthfeel is tart, supple and persistent. Imported by Zonin USA.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Selvaccia 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selvaccia-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Selvaccia
,Red,Italy,"Red berry fruit, anise seed, mint tea and dried flowers are attractive components to a bouquet with a strong fruit compote or jammy quality. Flavors include dark plum, vanilla and raisin and there's a nice smoothness to the tannins. Imported by Vias Imports.",,75,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Poderina
,Red,Italy,"We loved the menthol freshness of this wine with mineral notes, eucalyptus, candied cherry, tealeaf or moist tobacco and leather. Warm, inviting and lush and tightly packed by rock-hard tannins. A very persistent finish. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co.",Riserva,70,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Capanna 2000 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capanna-2000-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Capanna
,White,US,"91 Waterbrook 2004 Viognier (Columbia Valley); $17. Easily one of the best viogniers of the vintage, this juicy, leesy wine is ripe with crisp, fragrant tangerine, guava and tropical fruits. Luscious, tart and snappy, it is plenty ripe without excessive alcohol or any hint of bitterness.",,17,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2004 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2004,Waterbrook
13.5,Red,Italy,"Inkjet black and super concentrated, the wine actually delivers fresh fruit and squeezed berry youthfulness. By the looks of it, you'd expect a massive, oaked, tannic beast, but instead are treated to a wine full of creamy coffee and velvety tobacco leaf flavors. Imported by Vinifera Imports.",,110,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Valdicava 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdicava-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Valdicava
,Red,US,"The Syrah is blended with a generous (30%) portion of Mourvèdre. It's a very floral wine, plump and rich. The flower scents lead into ripe flavors of blueberries, cherries, plums and more. Sophisticated, it has just the right touch of fresh herbs to add interest and complexity.",River Beauty,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Isenhower Cellars 2003 River Beauty Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2003-river-beauty-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Isenhower Cellars
,Red,US,"What I like about Morgan's Pinots is that they avoid the muscularity of certain Santa Lucia Pinots while retaining a ripe opulence. This is a big wine, wealthy in sweet black cherry fruit, but there's real elegance in the high acidity and silky mouthfeel. Best now through 2008.",Twelve Clones,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2004 Twelve Clones Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-twelve-clones-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2004,Morgan
,Red,Italy,"This wine divided our panelists—two who enjoyed it very much, and one less so. The supporters described a creamy and complex wine with cherry, herbs and just the right touch of supporting woodspice. The finish could be longer, but did carry bold berry flavors.",Selezione,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Madonna delle Grazie 2001 Selezione  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madonna-delle-grazie-2001-selezione-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Madonna delle Grazie
13.5,White,France,"Starts off with some forceful charred aromas and some rustic, unintegrated notes on the finish, but give this wine some time to settle down and it shines. Grilled peaches and roasted cashews mingle easily with mineral notes, and what the finish lacks in finesse at this stage it makes up in power. Better in 2008. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Genevriéres Premier Cru,85,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Lucien Le Moine 2003 Genevriéres Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-le-moine-2003-genevrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2003,Lucien Le Moine
,White,US,"Zelma Long consults with winemaker Caleb Foster, and this beautifully detailed wine shows her distinctive stamp. Barrel fermented in used Burgundy barrels, with no acid or water additions. Lees stirring adds creamy, light flavors of butterscotch, balanced against crisp green apple and pink grapefruit.",Conner Lee Vineyard,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2004 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2004-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Buty
13.5,Red,Australia,"This is a very classy Shiraz with aromas of clay and earth, and  crisp plum and cherry fruit at its core. It's not a broad wine, yet it really does leave a powerful impression on the palate. Medium-sized and Old World in style; drink after 2008. Imported by Davies & Co.",Matthew,20,91,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Allandale 2002 Matthew Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allandale-2002-matthew-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Allandale
,Red,US,"This is the first release from the winery's new estate vineyard. It's Cabernet all the way—two-thirds Sauv, one-third Franc. Fragrant and charming, scented with sweet strawberry, smoked ham, light cracker and fresh herb. It's a graceful wine that shows how much elegance Yakima Valley fruit can express when carefully grown and vinified.",Two Blondes,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Andrew Will 2003 Two Blondes Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2003-two-blondes-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,Andrew Will
,Red,Italy,"Clean, well-made and inviting with toasted notes, vanilla, anise seed, milk chocolate and coffee bean. A wine with bold personality, finesse, a velvety mouthfeel and great  potential at the dinner table. Imported by Siena   LLC.",,39,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria Scopone 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-scopone-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Fattoria Scopone
,Red,US,"A limited (350 case) selection of Bel'Villa and Hedges vineyard fruit, this 80-20 Cab-Syrah blend is focused, young, tight and full of promise. Cranberry, cherry and currant fruits are married to light chocolate, black tea and that gravelly Red Mountain minerality.",Two Vineyards,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Hedges 2003 Two Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-2003-two-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2003,Hedges
12,White,Australia,"Pikes' reserve-level Riesling is one to seek out. It has hints of fresh green herb interspersed with layers and layers of stony, minerally flavors. The wine is intense and has lively acidity and a long, smooth finish. 180 cases produced. Imported by USA Wine West.",The Merle Reserve,57,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pikes 2004 The Merle Reserve Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pikes-2004-merle-reserve-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2004,Pikes
14.5,Red,Argentina,"This is one of three new single-vineyard Malbecs from venerable Trapiche, and it proves that with rich, old-vine fruit winemaker Daniel Pi can make ultramodern vino that will please New World palates the world over. This particular bottling is a potent brew of well-oaked juice that shows wintergreen, menthol and a ton of blackberry, black cherry and coffee. It isn't fooling around, that's for sure. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Viña Pedro Gonzalez,35,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2003 Viña Pedro Gonzalez Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2003-vina-pedro-gonzalez-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Trapiche
,Red,Italy,"Made by Il Poggiolo's Rodolfo Cosimi, this wine is loaded with vanilla, floral intensity, berry fruit, cigar box, anise seed, roasted espresso and an unexpected twist of orange peel. Firm tannins with cinnamon, clove and a smoky finish. Ripe, full and immediately drinkable. Imported by Enotec Imports, Inc.",Beato,30,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Roberto Cosimi 2001 Beato  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberto-cosimi-2001-beato-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Roberto Cosimi
14,Red,Italy,"Dark, concentrated and brooding, this Brunello is lavish with the bold vanilla, cherry and cedar notes that are so typical of the genre. A nicely made, clean wine with cushiony, soft tannins and lemon twist on a persistent finish.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Velona 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velona-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Velona
,Red,Italy,"There's nothing banal about this reserve wine. Full-throttle from the start with meaty, smoked cedar wood, clove spice, cinnamon and a hint of barnyard or wild mushroom that blows off fast. The fruity tones are not absent and slice through the mouth with a juicy, tart close. Imported by Vias Imports.",Poggio Banale,118,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2000 Poggio Banale  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2000-poggio-banale-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,La Poderina
13,White,France,"The dominant pear and melon notes actually come across as a bit austere despite the wine not being hugely mineral upfront. Where this wine shows its pedigree is on the long finish, which picks up anise and flint notes and a rich, plush texture. Imported by Monsieur Henri Wine Co.",Les Preuses Grand Cru,66,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 Les Preuses Grand Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-preuses-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
13.5,Red,Spain,"A real surprise! Who in their right mind could expect so much quality from a Cab Franc-Tempranillo blend from Penedès? But try it and we guarantee you're going to like it. The nose is meaty, ripe and round, while the palate features pure core fruit backed by chocolaty warmth. With kick as well as subtlety, this is a bargain hunter's dream. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",,12,91,Catalonia,Pla de Bages,,Masies d'Avinyo 2003 Red (Pla de Bages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masies-davinyo-2003-red-pla-bages/,Red Blend,2003,Masies d'Avinyo
,Red,US,"Massive and tannic, and dry to the point of astringency, all this Cab needs is a decade or so to come around. The tannins are bigtime, locking the wine down, but there's a solid core of blackberry and cassis fruit. Once the wine has aged, the sweet fruit will emerge. Don't even think about it until 2010.",S.L.V.,110,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2002 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2002-slv-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,Italy,"Leather, tannery, fruit-forward but lighter in color and consistency that the other wines in its flight. There are fine-tuned notes of elegance in the form of drying minerality and rose tea sweetness. Soft and silky in the mouth with a nice, fresh finale.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio di Sotto 1999 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-sotto-1999-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1999,Poggio di Sotto
,Red,Italy,"A dark, ruby-colored wine with generous but sharp blackberry backed by white mushroom, coffee, leather, tobacco and earthy resin-like notes. Firm, smooth structure with black-tea tannins and a berry finish. Drink from 2010–2020. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,74,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Poggio Antico
,Red,US,"This hommage to Pauillac is darkly colored and powerful, with flavors of black currants and a decadent, dark chocolate note. There's lots of flamboyant oak. Texturally, it's soft in acids, with melted, smooth tannins, and the finish is dry. It's a delicious, interesting wine, and a testament to J. Lohr's ambitions with Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now.",Cuvée Pau,50,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2001 Cuvée Pau Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2001-cuvee-pau-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,J. Lohr
,Red,Italy,"A medium-bodied wine with finesse and elegance that delivers cedar, Graham cracker, floral notes, stone fruit and fresh herbs. Velvety smooth with mixed berries and vanilla in the mouth, a lush finish and overall drinkability. Imported by Enoteca Diana",,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Armilla 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armilla-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Armilla
15,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Top-notch manzanilla, plain and simple. What's not plain and simple is the fact that this is so pure and smooth that it dances across your palate. From the vanilla and almond on the nose to the pastry and mushroom on the palate to the creamed butter on the finish, this is as good as it gets in this class.",Manzanilla,9,91,Andalucia,Jerez,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L. NV Manzanilla Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-dios-baco-s-l-nv-manzanilla-sherry-jerez-46658/,Sherry,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L.
13.5,Red,Italy,"A delicious, crafted Brunello that celebrates Montalcino tradition. One panelist was especially fond of its cola berry, forest underbrush, plum, charcoal, granite and vanilla notes. Medium structure, but very well distributed throughout the palate with rich tannins and a long berry finish. Imported by Vias Imports.",,57,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Camigliano 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Camigliano
,Red,US,Blends of Cabernet and Syrah are  blackberry juiciness of the Syrah. This is still knitting together and should continue to improve for many years.,Columbia Rediviva,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2002 Columbia Rediviva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2002-columbia-rediviva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2002,Buty
,Red,US,"Now in its third vintage, this complex Bordeaux blend, which is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, performs at the height of Sebastiani's red portfolio. Mainly from great vineyards in Alexander and Sonoma valleys, it's very much in the modern style, soft and ripe. Yet it maintains an elegant dignity, and it passes the threepeat test: You want a second glass, and then a third.",Secolo Red Wine,30,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2003 Secolo Red Wine Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2003-secolo-red-wine-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Sebastiani
14,White,France,"Rich and ripe, with buttery, toasty aromas that are also reminiscent of bacon fat. Full-bodied, with ample apple and citrus fruit flavors that come to a climax in the long, hazelnut-tinged finish. Lovely, but with its rather low acidity, it looks to be a Burgundy to drink rather than to cellar. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Les Folatiéres Premier Cru,100,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Lucien Le Moine 2003 Les Folatiéres Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-le-moine-2003-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Lucien Le Moine
13.5,Red,France,"Full-bodied, dense and tannic, this 2003 is built for the long haul. Cedar, chocolate and plum mark the nose, then the palate. Firm yet plush on the finish. Worth holding until 2013 or longer. Imported by Vintus LLC.",,140,92,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Lucien Le Moine 2003  Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-le-moine-2003-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lucien Le Moine
14,Red,France,"One of the best values in the Le Moine lineup, this isn't all that dark, but don't let looks deceive you. The aromas are lovely, boasting hints of roses and violets, while the mouthfeel is supple. Picks up spice notes on the silky finish. Immediately delicious, but should hold 5–8 years. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Clos Des Ormes Premier Cru,75,92,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Lucien Le Moine 2003 Clos Des Ormes Premier Cru  (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-le-moine-2003-clos-ormes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lucien Le Moine
,Red,US,"This mountain wine is thick in dusty tannins, and too young to fully enjoy now. But it's a guaranteed ager, with its balance of acids and deep, delicious core of black currant, black cherry, cola and cocoa flavors. It has that extra edge of complexity that makes for a great Cabernet. Drink after 2007.",Reserve,35,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Moon Mountain Vineyard 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moon-mountain-vineyard-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Moon Mountain Vineyard
,Red,US,"From one of California's coolest regions comes this dark, very dry, intense Syrah that has Northern Rhône aspirations. It's extremely well balanced, with rich, thick, smooth tannins and a complex profile of white pepper, cassis, sweet leather, coffee, hung meat and oak. It's a stunner that gets better as it sits in the glass.",Chamisal Vineyard,28,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2003 Chamisal Vineyard Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2003-chamisal-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Domaine Alfred
,Red,US,"Cayuse's Bordeaux blend shows remarkable complexity and detail for such a young red wine. Earthy undergrowth, autumnal fungus, some sweetness in the fruit, some brown sugar; it's got so much going on. Long and lingering, it's a fascinating mix of herb, mushroom, cranberry, rock, all interwoven with some pretty, spicy sweet oak.",Camaspelo,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2003 Camaspelo Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2003-camaspelo-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Cayuse
,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend with a textured, spicy, exotic nose that mixes its red and black fruits with pepper, ground coffee, cinnamon and saffron. The spice box opens into a lovely, supple wine that continues to display nicely nuanced notes of mineral, leaf and leather.",Intuition Reserve,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bergevin Lane 2003 Intuition Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2003-intuition-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Bergevin Lane
,Red,US,"Charles Krug's Limited Release program sets a new level of quality for this Napa stalwart. This Cabernet Sauvignon boasts plenty of smoky oak on the nose, but also bold cassis fruit and hints of vanilla and tobacco. This is fuler and richer than either the Syrah or the Cab Franc, with soft but plentiful tannins that would make this a solid steakhouse choice over the next 10 years.",Limited Release,70,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2002 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2002-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Charles Krug
,Red,US,"This is 93% Cab from Waliser and Yellow Jacket (estate) vineyards; and 7% Pepper Bridge Malbec. Fragrant with scents of berries, red currant and spicy plum, it's a substantial and thickly tannic wine. Initially the Cab sports strong barrel flavors of chocolate and smoke, but just a little breathing time and they unwrap into appealing layers of spice, coffee and toffee through the finish. Decant this.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Beresan
,Red,Italy,"A deep mineral vein adds gorgeous depth and complexity: polished stone, schoolroom chalkboard and campfire coals. Bursting berry fruit and boysenberry with lemon grass highlights. Flavors are ripe and round without sacrificing complexity and the wine will stretch its legs with a few more years in the cellar. Imported by Bedford International.",,74,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Palazzo 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzo-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Palazzo
,Red,Italy,"A crowd-pleaser that starts in fifth gear with generous smoky, cedar-like notes, vanilla, cherry, dill and white mushroom. Equally complex and creamy in the mouth with a lush, berry-filled finish. Imported by Vias Imports.",,61,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Argiano 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiano-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Argiano
,Red,US,"Another fine effort, firm and full-bodied, with a mix of cherry, red currant and berries. Wines this young really need to breathe; decanting is not a bad idea at all. Once this begins to open up it hints at more complex elements of tar and leaf, which will be the rewards of further aging.",Baby Poux,42,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2004 Baby Poux Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-baby-poux-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Sineann
,Red,Italy,"A dark wine with purplish pigmentation, excellent concentration and inten sity. Has cherry, leather and loads of toasted notes that do not overwhelm. Smooth, silky and spicy in the mouth, this textbook Brunello is almost too much of a good thing. Imported by Verdoni Imports.",,45,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Corte Pavone 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-pavone-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Corte Pavone
13.5,Red,Italy,"Spice bread, almond paste, cinnamon, fudge, orange peel with dry, dusty earth notes are amplified by a lavish, velvety structure with menthol freshness on a long, firm finish. Would pair with tarragon-based sauces or herb-roasted meats. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,74,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Conti Costanti 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-costanti-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Conti Costanti
14,Red,Italy,"Delicate balsam, evolved cherry-berry and smoky roundness are delicious. A good, compact structure with untamed tannins. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,74,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fuligni 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuligni-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Fuligni
,Red,Italy,"Tart cherry, plum, strawberry, coffee, leather and resiny-plasticy notes greet the nose. Generous red apple and spice in the mouth but also youthful red berry and lush field flowers. Crisp and structured in the mouth with a softer, rounder endnote. Imported by Wine Growers.",,52,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Ricci 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ricci-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenimenti Ricci
14,Red,France,"Complex from the first sniff, where it seems herbal, briary and even a bit peppery but simultaneously bacony, spicy and laced with red cherries. On the palate, it's mostly about sous-bois and spice, with just enough cherry fruit for balance. Briary and a bit drying on the finish, but the bet here is that this wine will age superbly. Try after 2010. Imported by Vintus LLC.",,130,92,Burgundy,Clos Saint-Denis,,Lucien Le Moine 2003  Clos Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-le-moine-2003-pinot-noir-clos-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lucien Le Moine
,Red,Italy,"A special, gentle wine with caressing persistence, campfire toastiness, black forest berries and a creamy, velvety mouthfeel. Tannins flare up on the rear but leave drying elegance on the close. Imported by Villa Italia.",,60,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fornacina 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacina-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Fornacina
,Red,US,"Intense and sappy, this focused and brilliant young wine tastes like condensed berry juice. Despite it's raw power, it retains a sleek, elegant mouthfeel, like a ride in an especially well-built sports car.",Tapteil Vineyard,38,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2003 Tapteil Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2003-tapteil-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Cadence
,Red,Italy,"We can enthusiastically attest to this wine's top-notch quality across the board. Rich and intense with cherry, leather and a thick, syrupy nose followed by spice and power in the mouth. The estate is owned by one of Italy's most celebrated artists, Sandro Chia, and the winery is managed by Carlo Vittori. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Romitorio 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Castello Romitorio
14.5,Red,Australia,"Glows purple in the glass. This is such an enjoyable wine, though young. Ripe berry fruit flavors are pure and focused, couched only in a light cushion of vanilla. Balanced, harmonious and very pretty; drink 2007–2011. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",,48,92,Victoria,Heathcote,,Heathcote Estate 2003 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heathcote-estate-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2003,Heathcote Estate
,White,US,"Call it Chablisian for its high acidity and dry minerality, with suggestions of herbs and mushrooms that create a deep undertow to the brighter peach and pineapple flavors. This is a powerful, very complex wine, easily able to handle its share of new French oak.",Double L Vineyard,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2004 Double L Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-double-l-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Morgan
,Red,Italy,"Smokey, toasted qualities are backed by ample cherry, coffee, molasses, white peppercorn and pine resin. Elegant and restrained without overt intensity, but well integrated and velvety in the mouth with drying tannins. Imported by Superior Wines LLC.",,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,PianCornello 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piancornello-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,PianCornello
,Red,US,"It's 100% Cabernet, sappy, supple, silky and lush. It coats the palate and saturates the tongue with wild berries and black cherries. The oak is well-integrated and the extra time in bottle has melded it all together. Some lovely spice comes into the finish, along with coconut, vanilla cream and chocolate. Thoroughly delicious.",VIII,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2002 VIII Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2002-viii-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Dunham
,Red,US,"The winery's first Cab, this is made from a blend of Pepper Bridge and Bacchus fruit, with a smattering of Red Mountain Merlot. Tarry, smoky, dark and dense, it shows supple fruits and superb concentration. Black cherry, ripe berry and espresso are wrapped together, with whiffs of fresh-cut tobacco.",,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Barrister
13.5,Red,Italy,"A modern Brunello with dark, inky concentration and toasted wood notes that underscore cracked black pepper, spicy cherry wood, charcoal and chocolate-covered strawberries. As soft, cushiony and velvety as your most comfortable couch, with a powerful tannin punch at the end.",,40,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Vitanza 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vitanza-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta Vitanza
,Red,Italy,"A brawny Brunello with a modern, velvety smoothness that does not overpower finesse or ethereal mineral and fruit notes. Ripe, chewy tannins ripe over a long, leisurely finish. Appetizing and food-friendly. Imported by Domaine Select Wine Estates.",,48,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Oliveto 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-oliveto-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta Oliveto
,Red,Italy,"This wine left our panel deeply divided and tested our threshold for modern Brunello. One panelist loved the chocolate fudge, black cherry, fennel seed, bacon fat and toasted notes. To a second panelist, the wine was disjointed and over-oaked. Drink by 2015. Imported by Opici Import Company.",,45,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Gerla 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Gerla
,Red,Italy,"Rodolfo Cosimi of Il Poggiolo started this second line of Brunello, which is named after a red-soil vineyard dear to his late father. You'll taste ripe blueberry or currant backed by drying mineral notes, earthy tones and generous menthol. Supple and elegant with dusty tannins. Imported by Enotec Imports, Inc. Cellar Selection.",,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Terra Rossa 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-rossa-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Terra Rossa
,Red,US,"All McKinley Springs (Horse Heaven AVA) Vineyard Cab. Tight, austere and severe in its purity, it shows cassis, plum and cherry fruit. Herbal, lightly dusty, varietal and firm; with hard, true tannins. At this stage it is less complete and concentrated than the regular bottling, but with a classy Cabernet feeling. this wine may surprise with its ageworthiness. Just 75 cases made. Now that's a reserve!",Reserve,33,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Robert Karl 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Robert Karl
,Red,Italy,"Bold, ripe and concentrated, you can pluck out cedar, ripe berries, vanilla, cassis, spice, black pepper and mineral notes. A big, brawny wine with a playful sour vein that delivers power, but little mystery. Imported by Robert Chadderdon Selections.",Pian di Conte,53,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Talenti 2001 Pian di Conte  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talenti-2001-pian-conte-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Talenti
,Red,Italy,"Here is a vanilla- and cedar-infused wine that sparked discord among our panelists. One loved its complexity and spicy notes layered over ripe fruit, while another took issue with its stewiness. Plush tannins and fruit glide over a long finish. Imported by Romano Brands.",,65,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Nardone 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Poggio Nardone
,White,US,"A little softer than K-J's Camelot Highlands, but no less delicious, with similar lemon drop and custard flavors and a tinge of sweet, ripe pear. The mouthfeel is round, creamy and full-bodied, with a complex veneer of toasty oak.",Seco Highlands Estate,30,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Seco Highlands Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-seco-highlands-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2004,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,US,"Only 500 cases were produced of this thick, tannic, complex wine from Sonoma County. It's cellarworthy and hard, dry and astringent now in dense cherry, cassis and mocha flavors that finish with wonderful length and harmony. You can drink it now, but you must adjust for the tannins. Otherwise, cellar until at least 2008.",Highlands Estate Taylor Peak,40,92,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Highlands Estate Taylor Peak Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-highlands-estate-taylor-peak-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2003,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"A fine effort, 100% varietal, that showcases why this grape loves Washington soil. Pear and pineapple mix with citrus zest; there is a lively, refreshing acidity, and the barrels softened up rather than flavored the wine. Flavors are crystal clear, leesy and long-lasting.",,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Amavi 2004 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2004-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2004,Amavi
,Red,US,"Smooth and smoky, with blueberry and black cherry fruit, smoked ham, light layers of coffee and buttered toast. Deceptive; it's not a jammy or dense wine, but it's got staying power and a silky, voluptuous mouthfeel.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Amavi 2003 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2003-syrah-walla-walla-valley-wa-54590/,Syrah,2003,Amavi
,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet, a mix of Kiona and Conner Lee fruit. Chewy, tannic and grainy, it needs time, but it has great fruit that bursts into full blown flavor as soon as it hits the palate. What follows is an explosion of berries, stewed cherries, baking spice, coconut, cassis, cinnamon, sandalwood and more.",The Bully,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gorman 2003 The Bully Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2003-bully-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Gorman
14,Red,Italy,"A standout wine thanks to lush red apple and cinnamon, coffee, tobacco, cherry cola, spice and peach cobbler-like aromas. Tasty, long finish with firm tannins and a flavorful, fruity tail in an ageworthy wine. A Marc de Grazia selection, various U.S. importers.",,59,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collosorbo 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collosorbo-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Collosorbo
,Red,Italy,"Engineered as modern Brunello and deliciously successful as such. Owned by the Ferragamo family. This is a wild card, new winery with little in the way of a track record and a lot to prove. But you can count on it becoming a pivotal force in a few years. Full, rich, ripe, dense and fruit-forward with feathery softness in the mouth. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",,45,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Castiglion del Bosco
,Red,Italy,"Intense, rich, full-bodied: this wine has all the makings of Big Brunello with two capital Bs. Chewy fruit, incense-like sassiness, and an extra smooth ride over a panoramic finish. Nothing is out of place and no one element overpowers the others. Drink 2010–2020. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Campo del Drago,75,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 2000 Campo del Drago  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2000-campo-drago-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Castiglion del Bosco
,White,US,"Wonderfully ripe, rich and lush with peaches and cream flavors. The Semillon, which comprises 72% of the blend, is from a warm site on the Wahluke Slope. It is fermented and matured in neutral French Oak barrels. The Sauvignon Blanc is Yakima Valley fruit, tank-fermented. Exceptionally polished and deeply flavorful, this is one of Washington's very best white Bordeaux blends.",,21,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2004 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2004-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Buty
,Red,Italy,"Young Rodolfo Cosimi carries forth the legacy of his winemaker father, Roberto, with this spectacularly expressive and elegant wine. Endless layers of aromas: cedar wood, cherry, forest berry, mint tea, black licorice, dried spices and vanilla. Long finish, lip smacking, firmly tannic and ageworthy. Imported by Enotec Imports, Inc.",Podere il Poggiolo,50,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Roberto Cosimi 2001 Podere il Poggiolo  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberto-cosimi-2001-podere-il-poggiolo-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Roberto Cosimi
,Red,US,"From a new block of vines, this effusive, dense and concentrated wine really puts on a show. Rich, ripe, luscious cherry fruit explodes from the glass, deepening into black cherry liqueur and extending into a long, lush finish.",Champoux Vineyard,42,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2004 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Sineann
13.5,Red,Italy,"Brawny and bold with impeccable depth and balance. Dark fudge, forest berry and coffee take center stage with menthol coolness, caramel and marzipan from the chorus line. A deeply satisfying and plush wine with solid tannins and chewy concentration that is both mysterious and inviting. A Marc de Grazia selection, various U.S. importers.",,65,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Uccelliera 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uccelliera-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Uccelliera
,Red,US,"From the winery's favorite vineyard, this limited (242 cases) production, 100% Cabernet is inky black, dense and tannic. Tight layers show many different berries, black cherry, pomegranate and mint. The tannins are ripe and firm, with black tea and graphite flavors. Very fine effort, big but not showy, nor is it a palate-fatiguing high-alcohol fruit bomb. Great fruit from a top vineyard, handled with extreme care and sensitivity. Decant this.",Lewis Vineyard,75,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2002 Lewis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2002-lewis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Dunham
,Red,Italy,"Bold brushstrokes of cocoa fudge, lavish vanilla, espresso bean, plum, leather and Indian spice create an expressive and flavorful whole. Silky tannins are framed by ripe red fruit and smoky roasted notes. A very good showing from one of Brunello's most recognized names. Imported by Winebow.",,90,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fanti 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanti-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Fanti
,Red,US,"The blend is 90% Cab, 5% Merlot, 5% Cab Franc. Dense, firm and muscular, hinting at layers of cassis, berry, cherry, cranberry and more. A dark, rich and thick wine, layered with red and black fruits. The tannins are fine-grained and mouthcoating, and the fruit is intense with streaks of smoke, anise, herb, soy and baking chocolate. Complex and richly, densely layered. Will age beautifully.",,26,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Robert Karl 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Robert Karl
13.5,White,France,"Shows remarkable minerality and restraint for a 2003, with a nuanced nose of crushed stone and smoke, then delivers rich, enveloping flavors of honey, minerals and tree fruits. Tremendous length on the mouthcoating finish is its final indication of quality. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Perrières Premier Cru,65,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Joseph Drouhin 2003 Perrières Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-perrieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
13,White,Australia,"Jim Barry's first Florita is a delicious wine with Meyer lemon aromas and a dry, smooth, austere feel. The first sip is an intense rush of green apple, pink grapefruit and Meyer lemon flavors; the second sip, it's demure, almost coy, in its minerality and auserity. Ever-changing, with a kaleidoscope of flavors and sensations. Drink now through 2020. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc. Cellar Selection.",The Florita,30,93,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2004 The Florita Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2004-florita-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2004,Jim Barry
14,Red,France,"Full-bodied and deliciously supple, with layers of black cherries, plum, tea and exotic spices that gently caress the palate. Long and silky on the finish, making it approachable now, but it should only improve over the next several years. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Les Charmes Premier Cru,150,93,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Lucien Le Moine 2003 Les Charmes Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-le-moine-2003-charmes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lucien Le Moine
,Red,US,"The fruit, from Walla Walla's great Morrison Lane Vineyard, is flat out sensational. Co-fermented with a generous 6% Viognier, it's a gorgeously aromatic Syrah. Whiff after whiff mixes mineral, bacon fat, wild berry and citrus rind; once in the mouth the flavors rainbow out harmoniously, elegant and constantly shifting.",,26,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Barrister 2003 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Barrister
13.5,White,France,"Tasted twice, two months apart. This wine was fabulous on both occasions, combining the fat, fleshy ripeness and honeyed fruit of the vintage with the minerality of its grand cru site. Smoke, citrus and toasted nuts round out the flavors, which finish long and complex. Delicious now, but should hold several years at least. Imported by Vintus LLC.",,150,93,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Lucien Le Moine 2003  Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-le-moine-2003-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2003,Lucien Le Moine
,Red,Italy,"More ethereal than brawny, licorice, balsam notes, forest berry, smoked cedar wood, anise seed and menthol notes are woven carefully together. Plum and cinnamon spice come though in the mouth followed by bitter coffee and firms tannins. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Vigna Spuntali,86,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 2000 Vigna Spuntali  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2000-vigna-spuntali-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Tenimenti Angelini
,White,US,"This is a new brand for me, and they're off to a promising start with this dry, minerally Chardonnay. It packs a punch with upfront lemon and lime, passion fruit and pineapple flavors that are pushed forward by great acidity, while oak adds a fine appliqué. This wine is notable for its balance, elegance and sheer deliciousness.",Unfiltered,25,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Sheldon 2004 Unfiltered Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2004-unfiltered-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Sheldon
14,Red,Italy,"One of the top wines of the tasting thanks to intriguing complexity and depth of character. Cassis, herbal, smoked notes and snappy acidity are woven tight to establish texture and balance. It's hard to separate the well-amalgamated flavors. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selections Ltd.",Manapetra,45,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2001 Manapetra  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2001-manapetra-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Fattoria La Lecciaia
14.5,Red,Argentina,"It doesn't take a great brain to figure out that this is a rocking, beautifully crafted international red wine. Mint, spice and chocolate aromas are dipped in lovely new oak, while the palate is all about bold plum backed by coffee and mocha. Stellar now and shows all signs of a wine that will only get better. Imported by Vias Imports.",Noemía,152,93,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2003 Noemía Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2003-noemia-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2003,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia
,Port/Sherry,US,"Beautifully fragrant with citrus blossom and beeswax, lime and Meyer lemon. In the mouth it is wonderfully full with white peaches, apricot, citrus rind, hints of gooseberry, some honey and tea flavors also. Long, silky, persistent, clean and pure. In the glass it seems to gain flesh as it smoothes and rounds out; truly a wonderful, silky, voluptuous wine — as good as it gets.",Cailloux Vineyard Viognier,21,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2004 Cailloux Vineyard Viognier Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2004-cailloux-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2004,Cayuse
,Red,US,"The En Cerise is all Syrah; very dark, young and toasty. It already shows streaks of smoke, pepper, grilled meat, cassis and pomegranate. There's baby fat—bacon, wood spice—but terroir behind it. Herbs, grainy fruit, nuances of grain and herb and wood and earth, all very clean.",En Cerise Vineyard,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2003 En Cerise Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2003-en-cerise-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Cayuse
,Red,Italy,"Saturated and deep purple in color, this wine yields loads of toastiness, dry woodiness, soya and vanilla with a ripe undercurrent of blackberry and raspberry. Modern and built like a tank, it serves up velvety tannins and a spicy, long finish. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Riserva,129,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2000 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2000-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Poggio Antico
,Red,Italy,"A unique treat from a winery managed by women only. It offers a delicate nose with dried oregano, floral notes, cedar wood, mint candy and dark cherries. Lively and intense in the mouth and tightly framed by a compact structure and soft wood tones. Beautiful, tingly sensation in the mouth that lasts a very long time. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",Riserva,65,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2000 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2000-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Donatella Cinelli Colombini
,Red,US,"The winery's selection of its best barrels makes a fascinating wine, showing mixed Asian spices, supple fruit and beautiful fine-grained tannins. Muscular and detailed, it has a bit of an alcoholic kick to the finish. Powerful and very well-crafted.",Bel Canto,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2003 Bel Canto Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2003-bel-canto-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Cadence
,Red,US,"A sophisticated blend of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Syrah, 20% Merlot and 15% Cab Franc; the winery's top wine and very close to the quality of the phenomenal 2002.  The secret sauce here is the river rock on which the vines struggle to produce fruit. The results are evident; along with a few spots on Red Mountain, these rock-strewn Walla Walla vineyards have genuine terroir. This is densely layered with tart red fruits, framed in vivid acids and already showing its signature minerality.",Stone River Red,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2003 Stone River Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2003-stone-river-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Beresan
,Red,Italy,"Blockbuster Brunello that is welcoming and inviting no matter how you cut it. The aromatic portfolio is luscious and intense with sweet bread, cinnamon, chewy cherry, raspberry roll-up, dried oregano, cassis and blueberry. Concentrated and creamy, this brand is easy to find at retail. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Pian delle Vigne,65,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Antinori 2001 Pian delle Vigne  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-2001-pian-delle-vigne-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Antinori
,Red,US,"This wine uses the same Merlot and Cabernet Franc as the superpremium Sorella (due out in the spring), but here the Cab is a younger Champoux block, planted in 1990. Though a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Cabernet Franc, 15% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot, the wine expresses itself with a captivating purity. The fruit almost seems to shine with glistening flavors of berries. It's a perfectly balanced and beautifully integrated mix of spicy herb, primary fruits, natural acids and compelling density.",Champoux Vineyard,45,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Andrew Will 2003 Champoux Vineyard Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2003-champoux-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Andrew Will
,Red,US,"Gorgeous, elegant and refined, this opens into wonderfully aromatic scents of dusty coffee, cocoa and mocha. There are streaks of chalk, limestone, gravel and pencil lead, mixed fruits and hints of expressive spice all beautifully layered throughout. Cellar this for at least five years to pull everything together.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,38,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2003 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2003-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Cadence
,Red,US,"I love this wine for its heft, polish and sheer razzle-dazzle. It wows with fruity intensity and flatters with decadence, yet never loses elegance and harmony. Rich in ripe, sweet tannins, and succulent in cassis, cocoa and smoky new oak flavors, it's an ager. Drink now through 2015.",,50,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Martin Ray 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Martin Ray
,Red,Italy,"Very bold and big with charred meat, sausage and wild mushroom like aromas backed by fruit and delicate menthol freshness. A complex yet easy to interpret wine with a straightforward, velvety plushness in the mouth. A wine that calls out for grilled meats. Imported by Folio Fine Wine Partners.",Riserva Ripe al Convento,95,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castelgiocondo 2000 Riserva Ripe al Convento  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelgiocondo-2000-riserva-ripe-al-convento-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Castelgiocondo
,Red,US,"Spectacular, with opening young wine characteristics displaying naturally tart, spicy mixed red fruits. New barrel flavors of chocolate, smoke and toast are out in front, but right behind is glorious fruit—fully ripe, sweet and succulent, concentrated and rich. It finishes gracefully with nuances of iron filings and fresh herb.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,45,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Andrew Will 2003 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2003-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Andrew Will
,White,US,"I liked Morgan's Double L Chard for its Chablis-like character. This wine is more so. It's drier, more acidic and more elegant, but there's nothing lean about the power of its core of tropical fruit, which detonates on the palate and doesn't stop. There's fascination with every sip, as the wine slowly changes in the glass. This is a great wine and showcases the infinite possibilities of this appellation.",Rosella's Vineyard,35,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2004 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Morgan
,Red,US,"Incredible fruit intensity. Cranberry, pomegranate and cherry meet rock, gravel and pepper. Lovely focus and purity; it's concentrated and tight, with a minerality that is compelling and distinctive. The best yet from Cailloux. Syrah is co-fermented with 4 or 5% Viognier.  It's a world-class effort, still quite young and tight, but built for beautiful aging.",Cailloux Vineyard,55,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2003 Cailloux Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2003-cailloux-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Cayuse
,Red,Italy,"Enthusiastic applause across the panel for this blockbuster wine made by superstar enologist Carlo Ferrini. Modern, concentrated and packed with plump fruit, black pepper highlights, vanilla and chewy meatiness. One panelist likened it to Californian Syrah. Does not bode well for Brunello purists, but it is a rich, powerful wine that leaves a dry, chewy finish and a huge impression in the mouth. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",,55,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Donatella Cinelli Colombini
,Red,US,"It's hard to imagine a more voluptuous wine, but it's also powerful and complex, offering up endlessly changing palate impressions. The primary flavor is ripe, juicy blackberries, while fine oak does its thing. The tannins are wonderfully soft and refined. With no Cabernet Sauvignon, and just a little Cab Franc and Petit Verdot, this wine restores my belief in Merlot as the seductive, sensual alternative to Cab.",,48,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Etude 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Etude
,Red,Italy,"Bravo Giacomo Neri! This wine raises the bar on modern Brunello and offers a peek view into the future and potential of this incredibly expressive wine. Super concentrated and intense, whiffs of roasted espresso bean, tannery, summer-ripe black cherries, and porcini mushrooms peel back layer after layer. A firmly tannic touch is there to remind you to drink this wine anytime after ten years. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Cerretalto,130,96,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2000 Cerretalto  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2000-cerretalto-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Casanova di Neri
,Red,US,"This single-vineyard bottling is  great. It's a huge, deep wine, brilliant in black currant, green olive and cocoa flavors, yet packed in big-time mountain tannins that pretty much shut it down on the finish. If you buy a case, begin popping corks in 2008. If you have a single bottle, it should be great in ten years, if cellared properly.",Wurtele Vineyard,50,96,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2002 Wurtele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2002-wurtele-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Terra Valentine
,White,US,"What went wrong in the making of this wine was excessive sugar. It's so sweet, it's off-dry, a serious flaw in a table wine, and a disservice to consumers who expect a Sauvignon Blanc to be dry.",Spring Hill Vineyard,18,80,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Gann 2004 Spring Hill Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gann-2004-spring-hill-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Gann
,Red,US,"Kind of harsh in dry, astringent tannins, with undeveloped coffee flavors just suggesting blackberries, this is a tough wine to like.",McQueen Vineyard,16,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2002 McQueen Vineyard Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2002-mcqueen-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2002,Vino Con Brio
14,Red,South Africa,"This wine packs the usual from a young Pinotage: cherry and cassis, with some dill and lemon peel one the nose. But the mouthfeel is harsh, with acids overpowering the feel of the wine.",,10,81,Western Cape,,,MAN Vintners 2004 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2004-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2004,MAN Vintners
14,Red,South Africa,"This wine starts off with nice aromas of cedar and spice, but the palate entry is dull, and spiking acidity plays an off note. Flavors of dark red berry just can't seem to bring it together.",,10,81,Western Cape,,,Douglas Green 2003 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douglas-green-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2003,Douglas Green
13.5,Rose,Chile,"Light fruit, muddled aromas, candied flavors and a heavy aftertaste don't really add up to a lot. Yes, it's acceptable. But it's also aging quickly and won't be improving.",Estate Rose,8,81,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2004 Estate Rose Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2004-estate-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,La Playa
13,Red,Chile,"Unrefined, chunky and reduced is how you'd best describe this compact Malbec that is packed too tight with unrelenting plum and berry fruit that also tastes of beets. Has its merits, but in the end it doesn't grow on your palate.",Reserva Especial,14,81,Maule Valley,,,J. Bouchon 2004 Reserva Especial Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bouchon-2004-reserva-especial-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2004,J. Bouchon
,Red,US,"Impossibly sweet for a dry table wine, with sweetened cherry, blackberry and coffee flavors that taste like they have measurable residual sugar.",`,20,81,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2003 ` Barbera (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2003-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Barbera,2003,Shannon Ridge
14,Red,Chile,"Overoaked and hot, with sour raspberry fruit. Plain and simple, this wine has way too much wood, tannin and fire to it. And the price is outlandish.",Lagrimas de Luna,55,81,Maule Valley,,,Arauco 2003 Lagrimas de Luna Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arauco-2003-lagrimas-luna-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Arauco
13,Red,Chile,"Overly sweet and candied, with creamy aromas of cherry-filled doughnuts, marshmallow and boiling jam. Somes across heavy and slightly medicinal on the palate, with lots of milk chocolate on the finish. Needs more balance and polish to rate better.",Reserve,14,81,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2003 Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2003-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2003,Santa Ema
,Red,New Zealand,"Modest cassis flavors are heavily burdened with green, herbaceous notes that swerve toward vegetal. Not imported to the U.S.",Winemakers Signature,12,81,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2002 Winemakers Signature Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2002-winemakers-signature-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Kemblefield
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit heavy and syrupy in the mouth, with white grapefruit and muted passion fruit  flavors that can't be enlivened by a slight spritz.",,13,82,Marlborough,,,Zeal 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeal-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Zeal
,Red,US,"The winery has a mixed record with Cabernet and this release doesn't advance the cause. It's sharp in acids, with stalky, green notes, and the thinness of flavor accentuates the tannins, making them astringent.",Grand Reserve,36,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 2001 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-2001-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Bighorn
,Red,US,"Dry and tart, with fruit so thin it accentuates the alcohol, this wine shows how hard it is to produce a good, inexpensive Pinot Noir. It's properly silky. If only they could have figured out a way to boost the flavors.",Lot 8,10,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Cameron Hughes 2003 Lot 8 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2003-lot-8-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cameron Hughes
13,Red,Chile,"Murky at first, with emerging aromas of animal cookies and berries. Lean and choppy in the mouth, with red fruit softened by chocolate and marshmallow notes. Runs a bit sticky.",,9,82,Maule Valley,,,J. Bouchon 2004 Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bouchon-2004-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2004,J. Bouchon
,Red,US,"From the get-go this wine has disturbing notes. The aroma is raw, and once in the mouth, the wine turns astringently tannic and harsh. Despite a core of blackberry fruit, it's not likely to improve.",,80,82,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Cornerstone 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornerstone-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cornerstone
14,White,South Africa,"Despite this wine's golden hue, it has many green characteristics. Herbal notes come through in the nose and mouth, mixing with mineral and banana. The mouthfeel, simple and dusty at first, picks up more acidity, giving a raw feeling that climaxes with a medicinal finish.",,10,82,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2005 Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2005-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2005,Robertson Winery
11.5,White,South Africa,"This wine is clumsy in the mouth for a Sauvignon Blanc, with little acidity. It's sweet, with aromas and flavors of yellow fruit and straw, and a bit of sulphur note on the nose.",,8,82,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Two Oceans
,Red,US,"Everything about this Zin, from the voluptous texture to the ripe fruit, is perfect, but the wine is overtly sweet in sugar and technically not at all dry, so be forewarned before you buy.",,20,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Sobon Estate 2003 Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2003-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2003,Sobon Estate
,Red,US,"There are some nice cherry-berry notes in this somewhat tannic wine. It's very soft, almost syrupy, which makes the fruit taste sweeter and more candied than it really is.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Meridian 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Meridian
,Red,US,"Tastes tannicly rough and astringent, with coffee and Porty blackberry flavors that seem like they were sweetened with artificial sugar.",Grandmere,25,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2002 Grandmere Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2002-grandmere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2002,Renwood
,White,US,"Sweet and sugary, with orange candy flavors, almost muscat-like. It hits you with fruit and sugar, then holds through the mid-palate before fading, without much change as it goes.",,14,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2004 Gewürztraminer (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2004-gewurztraminer-southern-umpqua-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Brandborg
,Red,US,"The wine is clean and fruity, with a rustic mouthfeel and a sugary sweet finish to the blackberry and coffee flavors. The sweetness accentuates the tough tannins.",,14,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn 2004 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2004-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2004,Hahn
13.5,White,Chile,"A hard wine that doesn't elicit a smile. The nose is peanutty and prickly, while the palate is pure lemon-lime extract. Finishes firm, almost sour.",Santa Digna Selection,11,82,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2005 Santa Digna Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2005-santa-digna-selection-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Miguel Torres
,Red,New Zealand,"In beneficent vintages, Wairarapa is warm enough to yield good results with Bordeaux varieties, but this wine is just too green and herbaceous, bordering on green peppery.",Dakins Road Cabernet-Merlot-Malbec,21,82,Wairarapa,,,Mebus 2001 Dakins Road Cabernet-Merlot-Malbec Red (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mebus-2001-dakins-road-cabernet-merlot-malbec-red-wairarapa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Mebus
,Red,US,"Way too tannic for enjoyment, a super-dry, astringent wine. It's not likely to go anywhere, despite a core of ripe berry-cherry fruit, unless you like old Zinfandel.",Jack Rabbit Flat,30,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2002 Jack Rabbit Flat Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2002-jack-rabbit-flat-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2002,Renwood
,Red,US,"Very pale in color, very light in flavor, and tart, this Pinot doesn't offer much in the way of flavor. It has modest cherry flavors.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Jekel 2004 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Jekel
,Red,US,"Smells too green and minty, and tastes too sweet, to merit a higher score. If you're not fussy, there are enough cherry-berry flavors to get by.",,11,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,L de Lyeth 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-lyeth-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,L de Lyeth
,Red,US,"Tastes overripe and hot, with a raisiny, stewed prune edge to the otherwise pleasant blackcurrant and cherry flavors. Too bad, because the tannic structure is very nice. That cooked taste is not going to age out.",,24,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Waterstone
14.5,Red,US,"From a blazingly hot harvest comes this wine, with baked fruit flavors and a Porty sweetness to the finish. It shows that not every vintage in California is perfect for every variety.",,16,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2003 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Valley of the Moon
,Red,US,"Kind of hot and overripe in raisiny, stewed fruit flavors, but dry, this rustic wine is made for quaffing. It'll be fine with a grilled steak or broiled chicken.",Mountain Selection,15,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2003 Mountain Selection Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2003-mountain-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2003,Scott Harvey
12,White,Chile,"Floral up front, with a bit of citrus blossom. More round than linear, with plump melon flavors and a hint of grapefruit. Full and easy on the finish. A very simple white wine. Imported by Morande USA.",Terrarum Reserve,11,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2005 Terrarum Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2005-terrarum-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Morandé
,White,US,"Tastes kind of thin and simple, with watery flavors of peaches, alcohol and oak that finish quick. But it's a clean, balanced wine.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Parker Station 2003 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parker-station-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Parker Station
14,White,South Africa,"This wine doesn't seem to know where it's going. Nice tropical fruit and stone aromas lead to more generic white fruit in the mouth, but then picks up some butterscotch notes that don't match with the lean feel and tart finish. Nice in parts, but doesn't add up to an integrated whole. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,10,83,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2005 Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2005-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2005,MAN Vintners
,Red,US,"Here's Parker's basic county bottling. It's a rustic wine, rough and jagged in tannins and a little heavy, with cherry jam and oak flavors. Could soften and improve in a year or two.",,25,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Fess Parker
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Though  the wine has aromas of roasted meat, dark berry, and clove, it lacks weight on the palate. Oak flavors overpower the fading berry fruit flavors. Drink up. Imported by Southern Starz,",Limited Release,20,83,Stellenbosch,,,Hidden Valley 2001 Limited Release Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-valley-2001-limited-release-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2001,Hidden Valley
13.5,Red,Chile,"The bouquet enters into the land of exotic, with aromas of sandalwood and cinnamon. But from there the wine loses steam, offering only basic plum and berry flavors followed by an earthy, almost murky finish. Doesn't show enough in the middle and late stages to rate better. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Reserva,14,83,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2003 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2003-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-limari-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Viña Tabalí
,Red,US,"This has been a hit-and-miss wine over the years, and this is one of the misses. It's a dry, fairly tannic wine, with a forward acidity that needs fruit to balance it, but fruit is what the wine lacks. It just isn't rich enough and isn't likely to age well.",Vintage Selection,36,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2002 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2002-vintage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Burgess
,Red,US,"Soft, smooth and ripe in black cherry and coffee flavors, this one-dimensional wine finishes a little sweet, with a good grip of tannins. It's a blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon.",The Other,14,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano NV The Other Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-nv-other-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,,Peirano
,Red,US,"Dry, soft, and tannic, with earthy, coffee and cherry flavors, this clean red wine is rather rustic. It will wash down burgers and beef stew very easily.",The Heritage Collection,13,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2002 The Heritage Collection Shiraz (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2002-the-heritage-collection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-valley-lodi/,Shiraz,2002,Peirano
13,White,Chile,"Quite sweet on the nose, with mango and cantaloupe. Sort of syrupy and soft, with plump but basic citrus flavors. Finishes heavy, with a fleshy freshness and medium acidity. Imported by Laird & Company.",,7,83,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Valdivieso
,Red,US,"This rustic wine is soft and velvety, with ripe cherry and coffee flavors, but seems just a little too sweet on the finish to qualify as truly dry.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,McManis 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,McManis
,Red,US,"Not my favorite kind of Zin because of the sugary fruit and coffee flavors that suggest residual sweetness. On the positive side, the wine has a good structure, with rich tannins and crisp acids.",Sierra Series,10,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Renwood 2003 Sierra Series Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2003-sierra-series-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2003,Renwood
13.8,Red,Chile,"A little bit pickled and prickly up front, with semi-tart fruit that veers toward raspberry and cherry. Fairly tannic and sharp, but not unfriendly. Finishes on the thin side, with wiry tannins. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,10,83,Maipo Valley,,,Dallas Conté 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallas-conte-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Dallas Conté
,Dessert,US,"Harsh in texture, this Port-style wine has strong flavors of mocha and sweet blackberry and cherry marmalade. As attractively sweet as it is, there's a sharp roughness that detracts.",Late Harvest,30,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Late Harvest Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-late-harvest-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"Scents of violets and unfermented grapes suggest a prettier wine than is actually here. It's tart and thin, with cranberry-ish fruit and an artificial, chalky, slightly candied finish.",,14,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2003 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Airlie
,Red,US,"Burgess's Merlots tend to vary in quality, and this is not one of the better ones. It's a soft, dry wine with a rustic mouthfeel, and some bitterness to the finish. The dominant flavors are of cherries and espresso.",,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Burgess
,Red,US,"This wine has more overtly new, toasty oak on it than almost anything I've tasted lately, especially on the finish, which is pure caramel. The wine itself is ripe in fruit, dry, acidic and tannic. It's not a bad wine, but an odd, inelegant one.",,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2004 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2004,Hahn
,Red,US,"Decently made and properly varietal, this Cab is dry and fruity, with a good backbone of thick tannins. There's a minty streak throughout.",Valley Oaks,9,83,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Valley Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-valley-oaks-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Fetzer
,Red,Chile,"Comes out of the blocks with harsh, sulfuric aromas that settle with time. In addition, there's a bit of olive and green character to the nose. In the mouth, there's basic black plum and berry. Finishes creamy and sweet. Not a lot of harmony. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Tormenta,11,83,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2004 Tormenta Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2004-tormenta-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Miguel Torres
14,Red,South Africa,"Floral notes mix with heady aromas of red berry and clay. This wine is soft and dry in the mouth but seems a bit hollow, despite delivering some nice chalky berry flavors that turn to plum on the finish. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",,9,83,Western Cape,,,Thorntree 2003 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorntree-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2003,Thorntree
13.5,White,South Africa,"The aromas of this wine are all over the place: Grassy and green; chalk and sawdust; and grilled plantains. In the mouth the grassy element dominates, with some sweet corn and mild fruitiness. Simple in the mouth, with a cleansing finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,10,83,Western Cape,,,MAN Vintners 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,MAN Vintners
,Red,US,"Too acidic and sweet for my tastes, with well-ripened cherry and mocha flavors that are certainly flattering. The sweetness seems to get stronger as the wine warms up, making it an awkward sip.",Winemaker's Block Selection,50,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2003 Winemaker's Block Selection Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2003-winemakers-block-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,MacMurray Ranch
11,White,Germany,"The fruit seems rather restrained in this medium-bodied Riesling. Instead, the emphasis is on slatey, minerally scents, backed by soft apple and citrus flavors. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Christopher Philipp QbA,13,83,Rheingau,,,Schumann-Nägler 2004 Christopher Philipp QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schumann-nagler-2004-christopher-philipp-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Schumann-Nägler
,Red,US,"Dry and fruity, this country-style wine has thick tannins and some green acidity that calls for very rich, simple fare, such as a cheesburger or sloppy joe.",,8,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Talus 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Talus
13.5,Red,Chile,"A new wine for the American market, one with soft, pickled aromas and backing flavors of black plum and blackberry. Sort of soft and a bit green, with oak-propelled chocolate on the sweet and savory finish. Imported by Click Wine Group.",,12,83,Maipo Valley,,,Root:1 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/root-1-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Root:1
13.5,Red,Chile,Roasted fruit and coffee provide a masculine edge to the red-fruit nose. The palate pushes lean berry flavors that are saddled with a hint of green. Mint and menthol appear on the jumpy finish. Imported by Laird & Company.,,7,83,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Malbec (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-malbec-central-valley/,Malbec,2004,Valdivieso
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Earthy aromas lead to a palate that lacks fruit but shows cedar and spice notes, along with some olive. The acidity of this wine really kicks in on the finish, which is otherwise oily, creating a strange dichotomy. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",,12,83,Coastal Region,,,Bellingham 2003 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellingham-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2003,Bellingham
13.5,White,Chile,"The bouquet starts with soft white-fruit aromas, particularly peach and nectarine. The palate is sweeter than that, showing mango, melon and citrus zest. Not all that focused or precise; it's mostly a mishmosh of fruit and acid. Needs to deliver a clearer message. Imported by Terra Andina.",Alto Reserve,13,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Terra Andina 2003 Alto Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2003-alto-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Terra Andina
14,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of smoke, menthol and cedar don't prepare you for the wealth of spicy berry fruit and vanilla flavors this wine contains. With a lively mouthfeel, this wine is a winner at this price. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",,8,84,South Africa,,,Tall Horse 2003 Shiraz (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tall-horse-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz/,Shiraz,2003,Tall Horse
15.4,Red,US,"Luna's 2002 was a swing and a miss for exaggerated flavors that were practically sweet. This vintage is also very ripe, with a desserty taste, like cherry marmalade. It's not as unbalanced, but the challenge remains dryness. The alcohol is 15.4%.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 2003 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-2003-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2003,Luna
12,White,South Africa,"Creamy in the nose, with banana and oak aromas, and yellow fruits and straw in the mouth. Creamy and soft in the mouth, this is a simple yet enjoyable wine. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",Reserve Selection,14,84,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2005 Reserve Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2005-reserve-selection-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Golden Kaan
,Red,US,"I haven't been a fan of the winery's Pinot Noirs, and this release doesn't change my mind. It's simple and slightly sweet-tasting, with baked cherry pie and coffee flavors and a heavy overlay of toast.",,52,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,El Molino 2003 Pinot Noir (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-molino-2003-pinot-noir-napa-rutherford/,Pinot Noir,2003,El Molino
,Red,US,"Super-young and jammy, with high, fresh acidity framing cherry and blackberry flavors, this wine has the merit of being dry and balanced. It's a nice country-style wine, easy to savor with simple fare.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Echelon 2003 Shiraz (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast/,Shiraz,2003,Echelon
,Red,US,"Echelon gets into the Cab game with this bottling from a southernmost, warm region of Monterey, by Paso Robles. The wine is juicy in jammy cherry and blackberry fruit, and dry, with soft acids and smooth tannins.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Hames Valley,Echelon 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Hames Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-hames-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Echelon
,Red,US,"The golf legend lends his name to this everyday, simple Chard. It has fruity flavors and a creamy texture, with smoky notes, and is dry and balanced.",,15,84,California,California Other,California,Arnold Palmer 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnold-palmer-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Arnold Palmer
,Red,US,"It's a little sharp in raw acidity, but so appealing are the fruity flavors and smooth tannins that this Cab is pretty good. Besides, pairing it with food will help balance it.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Hahn
14.5,White,Chile,"Spritzy in the mouth, with a ton of sweetness. There's white corn, caramel, honeydew and apples on the palate, while the finish turns ultrasweet, borders on cloying. Seems a bit on the overripe side. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Elegance,20,84,Maipo Valley,,,Haras 2004 Elegance Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-2004-elegance-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Haras
,Red,US,"Fruity and simple, with blackberry and cherry pie flavors, this wine has a rustic texture in the attack of tannins and acids with a certain twiggy component.",Carson Ridge Vineyard,32,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,A Donkey and Goat 2004 Carson Ridge Vineyard Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-donkey-goat-2004-carson-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2004,A Donkey and Goat
,Red,US,"Very ripe and juicy in blackberry, mocha, cola, toasty oak and spice flavors, this dry wine is also soft in acids and tannins, making it instantly drinkable, if a little one-dimensional.",Syrahtica,14,84,California,California Other,California,X 2003 Syrahtica Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2003-syrahtica-red-other/,Red Blend,2003,X
,Red,New Zealand,"Light and a bit herbal, like a pleasant St.-Joseph. White pepper and celery-leaf notes accent tart cherries.",Matheson,,84,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 2004 Matheson Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2004-matheson-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2004,Matua Valley
,Red,US,"You'll find lots of true Pinot character in this soft, silky wine. It has flavors of cherry pie, raspberries, coffee and cocoa, and is nice and spicy.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Talus 2004 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-2004-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Talus
,Red,New Zealand,"This lightweight, peppery Syrah offers modest cherry flavors, soft tannins and a tart finish.",,,84,Hawke's Bay,,,Southbank Estate 2004 Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southbank-estate-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2004,Southbank Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"Impressively dark in color, but shows more wood than fruit from start to finish. Toasty and cedary on the nose, patially balanced by white pepper and modest cherry fruit. No known U.S. importer.",Reserve,,84,Hawke's Bay,,,CJ Pask 2002 Reserve Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cj-pask-2002-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2002,CJ Pask
13,White,Chile,"Sweet, clean and melony to start, yet a bit tart and citrus-heavy to the taste. Definitely in balance, with solid if commonplace flavors of lemon, lime and green melon. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Casillero del Diablo,9,84,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2005 Casillero del Diablo Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2005-casillero-diablo-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Concha y Toro
13,White,New Zealand,"Features classic Marlborough aromas, marrying grapefruit with grass, plus a dollop of green pepper alongside, but it's a bit soft on the palate. Some might find it more approachable for that reason, but others will find it flabby. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",,16,84,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Saint Clair
13.5,White,South Africa,"Jabulani seems aimed at bargain buyers who like fruity wines. This one is right on track: it's easy to drink, with caramel and tropical fruit flavors. Simple and forward, with some toast notes bringing up the rear. Imported by South African Premium Wines Ltd.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Jabulani 2004 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jabulani-2004-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2004,Jabulani
12,White,Germany,"Light and very crisp, this wine even boasts hints of retained carbon dioxide to further enliven its mouthfeel. Lime and flint-smoke scents yield to citrusy, stony flavors. Would work well as an apéritif. Imported by Classical Wines.",QbA,21,84,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 2004 QbA Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-2004-qba-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,A. Christmann
,White,US,"Made in a slightly sweet, accessibly fruity style, this easy wine features lush fig, lemon and lime, melon and peach flavors that are offset by crisp acids. It's a refreshing thirst-quencher.",,15,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shannon Ridge 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-ridge-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Shannon Ridge
13.5,White,Chile,"Starts with mild citrus aromas. Zesty in the mouth, with pineapple, grapefruit and apple flavors. Short and compact, with nothing out of the ordinary. Drinkable and fresh. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",,10,84,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2005-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Viña Tabalí
,Red,US,"A little raw, but you'll find some pleasantly ripe cherry-berry flavors in this dry, somewhat tannic wine. Finishes with a long, cherry liqueur flourish.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2002 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2002,Valley of the Moon
,Red,US,"Soft and likeable for its polished blackberry, blueberry, coffee and cocoa flavors, this fruity wine is quite dry. It's a nice, easy sipper, soft and silky in the mouth.",,12,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Vista 2004 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2004,Sierra Vista
13.5,White,New Zealand,"As this wine's grape sourcing has changed over the years, Goldwater has struggled to maintain its quality. This year's version is lean and tart, zesty and citrusy. Lime and orange notes turn crisp and grape-Fruity on the finish. A bit simple, but cleansing and refreshing. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,20,84,Marlborough,,,Goldwater 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Goldwater
13.5,White,Chile,Rather toasty and buttery for a wine backed by simple pear fruit. Emphasizes smooth but limited pear flavors warmed by firm notes of popcorn and brown butter. Soft in style. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.,Hacienda Araucano,11,84,Colchagua Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2005 Hacienda Araucano Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2005-hacienda-araucano-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,J. & F. Lurton
,Red,US,"Supple and appealing for its forward cherry flavors, this wine has crisp acids to cut through rich meats, poultry and cheese. It's a little on the sweet, candied side, though.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2004 Cabernet Franc (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2004-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Hahn
,Red,US,"Estancia's Paso experiment with Cabernet-based wines has been problematic. How do you get balance and complexity with all that heat? This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot is good but rustic, with chocolate-coated raisins the dominant flavor.",Red Meritage,35,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Estancia 2002 Red Meritage Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2002-red-meritage-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Estancia
13,Red,South Africa,"Though this Shiraz has round mouthfeel, good tannin and flavors of charred meat and grapes. It also shows some mousiness on the nose and a medicinal edge that detracts, especially on the tart finish. Imported by Brown-Forman Corp.",,14,84,Durbanville,,,Durbanville Hills 2003 Shiraz (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durbanville-hills-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-durbanville/,Shiraz,2003,Durbanville Hills
10.5,White,Germany,"A soft, fruity wine, Knyphausen's entry-level Riesling has hints of flowers on the nose, then delivers weighty pear and melon flavors. Off-dry. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",QbA,14,84,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2004 QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2004-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Baron Knyphausen
,White,New Zealand,"Aromas of peach and pineapple give way to tropical fruit flavors with just a trace of passion fruit. A bit fat and soft on the palate, then picks up a slightly bitter note on the finish. Imported by Select Fine Wine.",,13,84,Marlborough,,,Babich 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babich-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Babich
,Red,US,"There's some good, rich cherry and blackberry fruit here, and the wine is fully dry. It's just a tad acidic now, and green-tea tannins reinforce the roughness. The wine needs food. Cheddar cheese would do wonders to soften and sweeten it.",,16,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Three Families 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-families-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Three Families
,Red,France,"A fresh, but dry wine, with stalky black fruits and acidity. Light and crisp, this is a pleasant fruity mouthful that demands hearty winter dishes as an accompaniment. Imported by Milgrom.",,,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Leboscq 2003  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leboscq-2003-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Leboscq
,Red,France,"A smooth, vanilla-flavored wine that shows good black currant flavors. There are soft tannins, some wood notes, but there is also a stalky dryness in the background. The aftertaste leaves wood and dry fruit in equal proportions. Imported by Wine Frog.",,26,84,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Lacombe Noaillac 2003  Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lacombe-noaillac-2003-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Lacombe Noaillac
,Red,France,"Under the same ownership as Château Caronne-Saint-Gemme, this, too is in a soft, ripe style, which would benefit from early drinking. It's attractive, lightly toasty and with good black fruits and acidity.",,14,84,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Labat 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labat-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Labat
,White,US,"Everything about this wine is good except for the thinness. It's dry and tart, with crisp acids framing lemon and lime, fig and melon flavors, and a fine, clean finish. You find yourself liking it so much, you wish it had a little more depth and length.",Cellar Select,14,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Weinstock Cellars 2004 Cellar Select Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinstock-cellars-2004-cellar-select-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Weinstock Cellars
,Red,New Zealand,"Slightly herbal on the nose, but that's balanced by black cherry fruit and a tobacco note. Medium body and a soft finish make this Merlot easy to drink. Imported by Lauber Imports.",,13,84,Hawke's Bay,,,Oyster Bay 2004 Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2004-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2004,Oyster Bay
,Red,US,"Right off the bat, there's a Porty aroma to this wine, suggesting overripe, shriveled grapes, and the taste confirms baked fruit. The wine is completely dry, with pleasant blackberry and cherry flavors, but that stewed quality doesn't go away.",,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Renwood 2002 Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2002-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2002,Renwood
,Red,US,"Simple and jammy, filled with fresh cherry and berry flavors, this wine has the acidic youthfulness of a Beaujolais nouveau. It's nothing serious, a nice quaffer at a decent price, meant to wash down pizza, burgers and similar fare.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Red Truck 2004 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-truck-2004-red-other/,Red Blend,2004,Red Truck
13,Red,Chile,"Pretty good overall, with some rubber and tree bark on the nose. Shows medium depth and intensity throughout, with cherry and apple skin flavors on the palate. Fairly tannic and hard, with some candied sweetness to offset things. Fine with burgers and barbecue. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Reserva,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 2002 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-2002-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Viña Tarapacá
,White,New Zealand,"On the vegetal side, with fresh green bean and sweet pea notes underscored by racy citrus flavors. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",,12,84,Marlborough,,,Southbank Estate 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southbank-estate-2004-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Southbank Estate
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This wine is distinctive, but not easy to cozy up to, with its dry, steely, lime and green apple aromas and flavors. On the finish, chalky, minerally notes seem almost tannic. A bit weird, but will have its fans. Imported by Cordon Selections.",Old Vines,20,84,Moutere,,,Kahurangi 2004 Old Vines Riesling (Moutere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahurangi-2004-old-vines-riesling-moutere/,Riesling,2004,Kahurangi
,Red,US,"Old-fashioned in its own way, this Merlot tastes like it went straight from barrel to carafe. It's dry and rugged, with good cherry-berry flavors and rich tannins.",,14,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Three Families 2002 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-families-2002-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2002,Three Families
13,White,South Africa,"This wine has a nice nose of melon, smoke and mineral, all overlaid with vanilla. Fleshy in the mouth, but with good acidity, it picks up flavors of peaches before toasty oak takes over. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",,9,84,Western Cape,,,Thorntree 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorntree-2004-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Thorntree
,Red,New Zealand,"Impressive purple color, but less intense on the nose. White pepper notes add complexity to modest plum flavors, while a herbal note carries the finish.",,,84,Martinborough,,,Kusuda 2002 Syrah (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kusuda-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-martinborough/,Syrah,2002,Kusuda
,White,US,"Quite light and citric, this doesn't show much of the floral side of the grape. Mere hints of rose petal and a little bit of soapiness in the mouth, with thin, hard lemony fruit.",,9,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2004 Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2004-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Airlie
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Heavy aromas of roasted berry lead to caramel, meat and berry flavors. Despite the dark flavors this wine is simple, although with good balance. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",Our Founder's,12,84,Coastal Region,,,Bellingham 2003 Our Founder's Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellingham-2003-our-founders-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2003,Bellingham
,Red,US,"This is a fun wine, with flavors like cherry candy and milk chocolate. Light and insubstantial, but it will be quite nice chilled as an apéritif.",Whole Cluster,15,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2004 Whole Cluster Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2004-whole-cluster-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Belle Vallée
,Red,US,"The entry is luscious, with rich black cherry and mocha flavors and smooth, thick tannins. Then oak hits, hard, and it doesn't feel integrated. The wine is so nice on its own, it doesn't really need all that vanilla and char.",,29,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calistoga Cellars 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calistoga-cellars-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Calistoga Cellars
13.5,White,Chile,"Fairly forward, with lively apple and nectarine aromas backed by a pungent shot of pine. Grapefruit and other citrus flavors carry this monotone but nice wine from attack to close. Basic yet affordable. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",,7,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2004 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2004-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Carmen
13.5,Rose,Chile,"This is mostly Merlot-based, with 30% Cabernet. The nose offers full cherry and plum aromas. In the mouth, there's pink grapefruit in the lead, with citrus pith coming on later. Fairly acidic and fresh. Food-friendly stuff. Imported by Viña La Rosa USA.",La Palma Rosé,9,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2005 La Palma Rosé Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2005-palma-rose-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Viña La Rosa
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and tight aromas, things like coffee and charred meat, make for a brooding bouquet. The mouth offers cassis and cherry bonbon, while the finish is condensed and juicy, but doesn't issue much breadth. Fairly tight and hard, but healthy. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Casa La Joya Reserve,9,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2004 Casa La Joya Reserve Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2004-casa-joya-reserve-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2004,Viña Bisquertt
,Red,New Zealand,"Starts with scents of anise and blackberry, then adds hints of tea and pepper combined with a soft, creamy mouthfeel. A barrel sample of the '04 was more promising, with substantially greater intensity.",,,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Vidal 2003 Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2003,Vidal
13.5,Red,Chile,"Shows both pretty wild flower aromas as well as some pickle, but overall this no-oak wine distinguishes itself for its ripe grapefruit flavor touched up by some cucumber. A lot of fruit here; like fruit salad mixed in a bowl. Imported by Morande USA.",,8,85,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2005 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2005-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Morandé
13,Red,Chile,"Perfectly good in a mainstream way; the nose offers earth and leather with some roasted dark-fruit aromas. Black cherry and raspberry on the palate are softened by some wood, while the finish starts with bold flavors and then veers toward tight tannins. A bit tough, but tasty. Imported by Winery Exchange.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Origin 2004 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2004-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2004,Origin
,White,New Zealand,"Off alluvial gravel soils that have much in common with Marlborough, this off-dry Riesling features the bright, fruity notes common to the region, combining green apple and citrus aromas and flavors with a lean, chalky texture. Pretty, but not that concentrated. Imported by Epic Wines.",Brightwater,22,85,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2004 Brightwater Riesling (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2004-brightwater-riesling-nelson/,Riesling,2004,Neudorf
12.5,White,Germany,"Breuer's entry-level wine isn't cheap, but it's also pretty good, marrying stony, minty scents with flavors of lime, fresh herbs and wet stones. It's light in body for such an alcoholic Rheingau Riesling, with a clean, fresh finish. Imported by Classical Wines.",Estate Rüdesheim QbA,20,85,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 2004 Estate Rüdesheim QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-2004-estate-rudesheim-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Georg Breuer
9,White,Germany,"Starts with slate and lime aromas, adding in modest apple notes on the medium-weight palate. Clean and crisp, just lacks a bit of distinction. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Kiedricher Sandgrub Spätlese,23,85,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2004 Kiedricher Sandgrub Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2004-kiedricher-sandgrub-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Baron Knyphausen
13.5,Red,Chile,"Lightweight and fresh, with spicy, minty aromas accenting deeper cherry and berry scents. Medium on the palate, with cherry, chocolate and peppery flavors. Finishes fresh, with a touch of tobacco and vanilla. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Hacienda Araucano,11,85,Central Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2004 Hacienda Araucano Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2004-hacienda-araucano-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,J. & F. Lurton
13.5,Red,Chile,"Cherry, cassis and pipe tobacco on the nose set up flavors of candied red fruit. The feel is a bit thick and sticky at first, and then the mouthfeel gives way to pronounced acidity. Not quite at the upper level; there's a touch of artificiality to the wine. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Gran Araucano,35,85,Colchagua Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2002 Gran Araucano Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2002-gran-araucano-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,J. & F. Lurton
13,White,New Zealand,"Green from head to toe, with herbal, grassy notes, hints of bell pepper, and tangy passion fruit flavors barely rounded out by grapefruit. Imported by Cordon Selections.",,18,85,Nelson,,,Kahurangi 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahurangi-2004-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Kahurangi
,White,US,"There's an acidic tartness to this wine that's just perfect to balance the slightly sweet flavors. The figs, citrus, melons and peaches are so ripe, they need that burst of crispness, which cleanses and stimulates the palate for food.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 2004 Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2004-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Lake Sonoma
,Red,France,"One of the group of estates owned by Jean-Michel Lapalu (the others include Liversan), this is a relatively soft wine, but one with good ripe fruits. This means that it is ready to drink now, an easy wine, with pleasant stalky tannins. Imported by Wine Frog.",,29,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lieujean 2003  Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lieujean-2003-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Lieujean
,White,US,"From an estate vineyard in Calistoga comes this dry white wine. It has flavors of apricots, citrus fruits, figs and peaches, and is obviously very ripe, with no trace at all of cool climate greenness. Good acidity makes it clean and vibrant.",Blossom Creek Vineyard,17,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calistoga Cellars 2004 Blossom Creek Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calistoga-cellars-2004-blossom-creek-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Calistoga Cellars
,White,US,"What a nice cocktail sipper this is, perfect for the first wine of the evening. It's crisp in cool-climate acids that push out ripe pineapple, fig and melon flavors. The finish is honeyed and long-lasting.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Meridian 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Meridian
13.5,White,South Africa,"A strong nose of cat pee and green bean leads to pleasing flavors of gooseberries. The high acidity in this wine calls for food, so try it with oysters. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,15,85,Durbanville,,,Nitída 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nitida-2005-sauvignon-blanc-durbanville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Nitída
,Red,US,"As good as North Coast-appellation Cabs get, this one is very dry, tannic and fleshy, with good varietal character and a rich, full-bodied mouthful of blackberries, cherries, plums and coffee. Drink now.",Silver Label,20,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,B.R. Cohn 2003 Silver Label Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-2003-silver-label-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,B.R. Cohn
14,Red,South Africa,"Golden Kaan is known for their bargain-priced bottlings, and this wine shows the extra effort. Ruby-purple in color and medium in body, this wine has typical South African funk on the nose mixed with stewed fruit and a hint of tar. The mouth delivers stewed plummy fruit with pepper, and a nice, spicy finish. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",Reserve Selection,14,85,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2003 Reserve Selection Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2003-reserve-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2003,Golden Kaan
13.5,White,Chile,"A little bit of waxy cheese interferes with the apple and pear nose, while flavors of pineapple and orange are live-wire and forward, courtesy of piercing acids. Finishes in a style that's consistent with the rest of the wine. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Character,14,85,Maipo Valley,,,Haras 2003 Character Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-2003-character-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Haras
,White,New Zealand,"Starts off rockin' with lime and mineral aromas, then turns a bit soft on the palate, offering up only nondescript citrusy flavors. Ends on a dry, chalky note. Imported by Smart Imports Inc.",,21,85,Central Otago,,,Rockburn 2003 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockburn-2003-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2003,Rockburn
,Red,US,"Tough and mouth-numbing in tannins, this Zin benefits from enormously ripe cherry, berry and cocoa flavors that emerge through the astringency. It's very dry. Best with barbecue now, because it doesn't have the balance to age.",Grandpere,35,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2002 Grandpere Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2002-grandpere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2002,Renwood
,Red,US,"What a big, dark, rich wine this is. It's classic California Barbera, dense in tannins and loaded with deep, hearty blackberry and plum flavors, with a touch of sweet raisin in the finish. Drink this rustic wine with robust fare, or after dinner with blue cheese and walnuts.",,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2002 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2002-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2002,Renwood
14.5,Red,Chile,"Brilliant in color, with lots of oak and derivative aromas. The palate is sweet and rich, as if syrup and caramel had been infused into the package. Turns fiercely tannic on the back end, where an espresso bitterness rises up and steals away the finish. A bumpy ride with highs and lows. Imported by Laird & Company.",Single Vineyard Reserve,17,85,Maule Valley,,,Valdivieso 2003 Single Vineyard Reserve Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2003-single-vineyard-reserve-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2003,Valdivieso
14.5,Red,Italy,"Expressive and intense with dried spices, distinct minerality, cherry cola, coffee grinds and just enough soft vanilla toastiness to fill in the blanks. Medium build with modest tannins and a long, herbaceous finish. Imported by Winebow.",Piaggione,110,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Salicutti 2001 Piaggione  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salicutti-2001-piaggione-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Salicutti
,Red,US,"This is 100% Pepper Bridge fruit, from relatively older vines (13–14 years). It's bursting with berries to which are added fine-grained tannins and a sappy, tangy grip. Give it some breathing time and watch this modest wine flesh out; it seems to add spice and volume with each passing minute.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2003 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Beresan
,Red,France,"If not the best, then one of the best kosher wines we've ever tasted, with smoke, cedar and meat aromas nicely balanced by plummy, chocolaty fruit. A creamy mouthfeel and smooth, easy finish makes it a delight to drink, but consume this Merlot-based wine over the near term. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Kosher,250,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2002 Kosher  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2002-kosher-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Château Valandraud
13.5,Red,Italy,"Shows lovely, complex aromas of plum and cedar, accented with hints of brown sugar, chocolate and spice. It's medium in weight, developing flavors of fresh herbs and cherry on the palate before ending with lingering notes of cherry and soft, gentle tannins. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",La Casa,75,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caparzo 2000 La Casa  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-2000-casa-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Caparzo
15,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of violets and wheat bread, both of which unfold on the palate, too. Mocha, black cherry and plum flavors carry through to the smooth, meaty finish. A very nice wine, but Viognier's floral component is very dominant, a little too much so for this reviewer. Imported by Epic Wines.",Reserve,36,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2003 Reserve Shiraz-Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-viognier-yarra-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2003,Yering Station
,Red,Italy,"Vibrant black cherry is backed by chocolate, spice, cedar, herbal notes and vanilla. Dry and extracted in the mouth with pine and sour cherry flavors and solid tannins. Imported by Folio Fine Wine Partners.",,56,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castelgiocondo 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelgiocondo-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Castelgiocondo
13.5,White,France,"Intensely fruity, with layers of fresh ripe peaches and hints of grilled fruit. There are also traces of roasted nuts, vanilla and smoke, making this one pleasurable and complex experience. Nicely expansive and textured in the mouth; the only quibble is that it falls away quickly on the finish. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Clos de Mouches Blanc,73,89,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2003 Clos de Mouches Blanc  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-clos-mouches-blanc-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
12.5,White,US,"Fragrant with lime, citrus, tangerine and grapefruit. The flavors are taut, tart, spiked with cilantro and anise, in a lively, fresh style. Just 12.5 percent alcohol.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chatter Creek 2004 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2004,Chatter Creek
,Red,US,"Half merlot, one quarter cab and one quarter syrah, this is sappy and packed with good fruit. The mix of red and black berries runs right into nicely-nuanced oak flavors of caramel and mocha.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syzygy 2003 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syzygy-2003-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Syzygy
,Red,US,"Balanced and fresh, with good fruit sources (Milbrandt, Kiona, Tapteil, Bacchus) and Cabernet (20%) and Syrah (5%) providing backbone and spice. Cherry fruit dominates, with a generous slash of vanilla from new American oak.",Red Paintbrush,26,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 2003 Red Paintbrush Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2003-red-paintbrush-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Isenhower Cellars
10.5,Red,Australia,"Light resin and hay aromas on the nose; coats the insides of the mouth with olive oil, river rock and lemon flavors. Understated, with a piquant citrusy bite on the finish. Imported by Davies & Co.",,15,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Allandale 2002 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allandale-2002-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2002,Allandale
14,White,Australia,,,18,88,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Fonty's Pool 2003 Chardonnay (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontys-pool-2003-chardonnay-pemberton/,Chardonnay,2003,Fonty's Pool
11.5,White,Australia,"Feminine on the nose, but a little broad on the palate. Pear and talc notes start things off, with heaps of stone fruit, white pepper and citrus flavors. A very good wine, but doesn't quite have the kick of acidity that it has had in recent vintages. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Thorn,19,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Grant Burge 2004 Thorn Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2004-thorn-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2004,Grant Burge
12.5,White,France,"A good value in Chablis, this bottling from the Boisset group offers steely scents of lime and minerals to go with austere, grapefruity flavors. It's a bit plump on the midpalate, yet finishes with enough cut to merit a recommendation. Imported by Boisset America.",Vaillons Premier Cru,32,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 2002 Vaillons Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-2002-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2002,J. Moreau & Fils
14,Red,Italy,"Located at the foot of Montalcino, Marco Lazzeretti's vineyard produces concentrated Brunello highlighted by brilliant notes of almond nut, sweet red fruit, menthol and cedar wood. The tannins are thorny and sharp, so much so that it's hard to imagine them tamed with time.",,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lazzeretti 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazzeretti-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Lazzeretti
,Red,US,"Made in the Rosenblum manner, which is soft and gooey in chocolately fruit. In this case, the wine is vast in red cherry flavors, with sweet, smoky pie crust and vanilla. It's high in alcohol. Depending on how you look at it, it's either a vinous triumph or an eccentricity.",Old Vines,25,88,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2003 Old Vines Mourvèdre (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2003-old-vines-mourvedre-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Mourvèdre,2003,Rosenblum
,Red,Italy,"This wine has a cookie dough- like quality that pairs interestingly with herb, spice, cherry and vanilla aromas. Firm, drying tannins tune down the wine's fruitiness and make it hard to see where it might be headed a few years from now. Imported by Vinifera Imports.",,75,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donna Olga 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olga-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Donna Olga
,Red,US,"As a component wine, this brings a rich cherry aromatic to a Cab blend. On its own, the wine is fairly simple, with red cherry and mocha flavors, and plenty of oak. The wine is dry and elegant. Drink now.",St. Jean Estate Vineyard,50,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2002 St. Jean Estate Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-st-estate-vineyard-cabernet-franc-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Chateau St. Jean
12.7,Red,Australia,"Fruit on the nose is very ripe, with nutty, coconutty, barbecue notes alongside. The same characters—nut, carob, ripe cherry—carry over on the palate. The wine's wooly texture is nice, finishing smooth and with a bite of tangy oak. Imported by Klassen Wines.",The Gorge,17,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,David Hook Wines 2002 The Gorge Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hook-wines-2002-gorge-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2002,David Hook Wines
,Red,US,"Light strawberry and cherry candy fruit lays under fairly aggressive new oak. The barrel flavors of toast and butterscotch dominate; but give it a bit of air and out comes the supple, though light, fruit.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Canoe Ridge
,Red,US,"Shares many of the qualities of the wonderful Clone 877 bottling, except for acidity. This wine is too soft to be fully balanced. Still, the flavors, of blackberries, plums, coffee, sweet leather and spices, are complex and ever-changing, and the finish is rich and dry.",Jack Ranch Clone 383,18,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,York Mountain Winery 2003 Jack Ranch Clone 383 Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2003-jack-ranch-clone-383-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,York Mountain Winery
12.5,Red,Spain,"This is a racy little wine with slightly charred aromas; it's bright and lithe, with cherry, raspberry and distant chocolate flavors. Juicy from front to rear, with freshness and complexity playing off each other. Will go nicely with a range of foods. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Gran Reserva,30,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Hermosa 1997 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-hermosa-1997-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,Viña Hermosa
,Red,US,"Very ripe, soft and chocolaty, in the Paso style, with blackberry and coffee flavors. Despite the softness, there's a good dose of dusty tannins in this dry, balanced wine. It's quite a nice, supple Merlot.",Estate,17,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2002 Estate Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2002-estate-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2002,San Marcos Creek
,Red,US,"John Duval makes this satiny and very smooth Syrah for the Long Shadows collective. It's got strong coffee-accented flavors, along with fairly astringent tannins. Young, tight and a bit hot as it winds through the finish. The blend includes 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, from vineyards scattered across the state.",,55,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sequel 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequel-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Sequel
,Red,US,"Plump, soft and appealing with cherry tobacco scents and fruit flavors mixing berry, black cherry, plum and fig. Smoke, hints of herb and green tea-flavored tannins lead into a substantial finish with buttery cocoa, coffee and spice.",,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Waterbrook
,Red,US,"A marriage of royal peers. Syrah brings its distinctive leathery, animal notes to Cabernet's classic black currants in this dry, voluptuous wine. The winery's Cabernet was one-dimensional, but the addition of Syrah has given it depth and complexity.",Estate,24,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pianetta 2003 Estate Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pianetta-2003-estate-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pianetta
14,Red,Spain,"Gets off the blocks with Middle Eastern spice notes of cumin and curry, but later on open-cut wood and vanilla take over. Bold cherry, blackberry and black olive flavors are solid, while the mouthfeel is tannic and rowdy. Possibly too grabby for some, but if you like Tempranillo taken to the extreme this might be your ticket. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Real Reserva,24,88,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Museum 2001 Real Reserva Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/museum-2001-real-reserva-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2001,Museum
17,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Clean, nutty and smooth, if a touch neutral on the nose. The palate pushes more nuts and distant white fruits, followed by a finish of fleur de sel and cashew butter. Slightly heavy but that's the style; like its sister manzanilla, this wine is very consistent year to year.",La Ina Fino,14,88,Andalucia,Jerez,,Domecq NV La Ina Fino Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domecq-nv-la-ina-fino-sherry-jerez-49153/,Sherry,,Domecq
13.8,Red,US,"Though Castle Rock is a California winery, this is a Columbia Valley wine; they purchase the juice in Washington and bottle in California. Despite the generic feel to the package, this is the real deal: Smooth and appealing plum and pie cherry fruit is distinctly marked with cinnamon and light cocoa. Substantive and seamless, it carries well into a lingering finish of fine-grained tannins.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Castle Rock
13.5,White,France,"Seems slightly austere on the nose, with modest pear and melon fruit. But this medium-weight wine is more interesting on the palate, where it hints at honey, then flips direction and gives up gravelly stones and tough-skinned pears. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Marquis de Laguiche,57,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2003 Marquis de Laguiche  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-marquis-laguiche-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
13,White,France,"A slight disappointment, but still very good, with honey, smoke, caramel and peaches. It's a bit over-the-top from a house known for restraint, but the superripe fruit is backed by some dry minerality. Bold and weighty, but not that long. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,216,88,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2003  Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,US,"Sixty percent Cab Franc and 40% Merlot, it's firm and deep, with flavors of coffee, blackberry, light herb and damp earth. Just 209 cases produced.",!Exclamation Point!,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Windy Point 2003 !Exclamation Point! Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-point-2003-exclamation-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,Windy Point
,Red,US,"Firm, young fruit with coffee, cassis and blackberry. Still tight and compact, showing good structure and aging potential. Just 155 cases made.",Estate,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Windy Point 2003 Estate Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-point-2003-estate-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Windy Point
13,White,France,"This mouthfilling wine starts off toasty, with hints of butter, nuts, Granny Smith apples and citrus, then shows off flashy apple, pear and spice flavors before fading quickly on the finish. Imported by Boisset America.",Cuvée Signature Premier Cru Champ Gain,70,88,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 2003 Cuvée Signature Premier Cru Champ Gain  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-2003-cuvee-signature-premier-cru-champ-gain-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend (62% Cab, 33% Merlot and 5% Cab Franc) comes from the great Champoux Vineyard in an excellent vintage. Rough, leathery and tannic, the fruit shines here; it's big enough to take even the hard, stemmy tannins. Notes of tar, smoke and licorice wrap the blackberry fruit.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 2001 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2001-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Powers
13.6,Red,Argentina,"Very solid, with full ripeness and smooth cherry and raspberry aromas. The mouth is defined and dense, with clean berry flavors and just the right touch of oak. Feels round and to scale in the mouth, with a smooth finish that shows a touch of chocolate. Tasty and easy. Imported by William Harrison.",,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Antis 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antis-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Antis
12.5,Red,Spain,"Full and ripe, with tobacco and a certain earthy nuttiness to the nose. Raspberry and plum are the leading flavors, while the mouthfeel is both textured as well as juicy. Full in the middle, with a likable personality. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Hermosa 1998 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-hermosa-1998-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Viña Hermosa
,Red,Italy,"Earthy, tannery, spicy and berry notes form a harmonious whole but don't leave much room for complexity. Nonetheless, this is a potent and piercing wine with dried spice, firm, dusty tannins and a mouthdrying finish. Imported by Total Wine & More.",,30,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Vasco Sassetti 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasco-sassetti-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Vasco Sassetti
13,Red,Australia,"A leaner-style Shiraz with leathery, stably accents on both the nose and the palate. Plum and iron flavors are forceful at the outset, then soften up toward the spice-laden finish. Alcohol is a modest 13%. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Vat 9,40,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 1997 Vat 9 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-1997-vat-9-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Tyrrell's
,Red,Italy,"Crisp and astringent this is not a wine for fans of big-barriqued wines. Instead, it promises to be a solid, food-friendly companion at the table thanks to its tart acidity and overall finesse. A lean but structured wine with baked apple pie, cranberry and eucalyptus. Imported by Siena Imports.",,50,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tiezzi 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiezzi-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tiezzi
,Red,US,"It's 45% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Syrah and 19% Cab Franc, adding up to a somewhat amorphous blend that lacks a bit of focus. There is, on the other hand, plenty of juicy, ripe raspberry fruit, some coffee/espresso scents and a slight whiff of VA. This is the first red wine release from Allen Shoup's Long Shadows collective.",,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chester Kidder 2002 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chester-kidder-2002-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Chester Kidder
12.5,White,Australia,"It's a good thing that the weather is warming up, because this is just the kind of wine that you want in a chiller out on the deck. Floral and light citrus aromas preface flavors of lemon meringue and river rocks. Smooth, dry and refreshing. Imported by The Ravensvale Group.",,17,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Cockfighter's Ghost 2004 Verdelho (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockfighters-ghost-2004-spanish-white-verdelho-hunter-valley/,Verdelho,2004,Cockfighter's Ghost
,White,US,"Perfumed, substantial and potent, this shows the typical varietal flavors of orange peel and citrus fruits, with noticeable heat in the finish.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Dusted Valley 2004 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2004,Dusted Valley
,Red,US,"A classic Bordeaux blend— half Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Cab Franc and 15% Merlot—it begins with pretty barrel flavors of butterscotch, vanilla and toffee, underscoring tart, assertive red fruits. The only quibble? The acids stick out; they seem adjusted rather than natural.",Reserve,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2000 Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2000-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Townshend
13,White,Australia,"This pretty Hunter white offers up citrus, vanilla and nut aromas, with more nuttiness on the palate. Round and creamy, with firm pineapple and peach flavors dominating. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Giants Creek,17,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 2002 Giants Creek Chardonnay-Viognier (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2002-giants-creek-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2002,Rosemount
14.5,Red,Australia,"This 71-29 Shriaz-Cab blend is heavy on meat and coffee aromas, and juicy blackberry and plum flavors. Vanilla and cream are the uniting factors here, making for a rich, luscious, drink now wine. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Black Label,62,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2001 Black Label Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2001-black-label-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Wolf Blass
,Red,Italy,"There's a tutti-frutti glossiness to this wine that helps liven understated aromas such as light coffee, rose pedal, white cherry, cinnamon and violet. Well-structured and constructed with tight, sour tannins on the end.",Pertimali,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Livio Sassetti 2001 Pertimali  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-sassetti-2001-pertimali-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Livio Sassetti
14,Red,Spain,"Quite international in style, a direct reflection of the Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah components that comprise the wine. That said, this is probably the best wine Martinez Bujanda has made at its La Mancha winery; it's plump and ripe, with nice cherry and plum flavors. It's medium in weight and length, and juicy. Likable as can be. Imported by CIV/USA.",Reserva,15,88,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2001 Reserva Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2001-reserva-red-mancha/,Red Blend,2001,Finca Antigua
13,White,Australia,"This is a fresh and appealing Riesling, with floral and mineral aromas. In the mouth, it's crisp and elegant, its stony, rocky notes overshadowing very light hints of fresh herb. 1,000 cases produced. Imported by Partner's Wine Marketing Group.",Cossack,18,88,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2005 Cossack Riesling (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2005-cossack-riesling-frankland-river/,Riesling,2005,Ferngrove
10.5,White,US,"Lots of spritz and a forward, peachy, fruit-driven set of flavors; almost like a Prosecco but with a bit more concentration and powerful, peachy fruit. Just under four percent residual sugar, yet it retains enough acid to give it some verve, and clocks in at just 10.5% alcohol.",,10,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek 2004 Muscat Canelli (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2004-muscat-canelli-other/,Muscat Canelli,2004,Latah Creek
,Red,US,"Brightly fruity, 100% Syrah, with flavors of mixed berries and some peppery spice. Young, still a bit yeasty and very fresh. This is tasty and unpretentious juice.",Looking Glass,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 2003 Looking Glass Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2003-looking-glass-syrah-columbia-valley-wa-54624/,Syrah,2003,Isenhower Cellars
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has aromas of crisp fruit, cola and bramble. On the palate the wine's plum and earth flavors are more restrained than rambunctious. An elegant style with fine, tea-like tannins on the finish. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Cameron Vale,19,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2002 Cameron Vale Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2002-cameron-vale-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Grant Burge
,Red,US,"This is a bit bigger than the “regular” 2003 Two Vineyards red wine, but doesn't have the same level of complexity and finesse. Ripe, tannic, hearty and a bit chalky, this 95% Cab Sauvignon gets the “reserve” tag due to its size rather than its subtlety.",Two Vineyards Reserve,52,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Hedges 2002 Two Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-2002-two-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hedges
13,Red,Spain,"Coffee and grilled beef provide a masculine, dark side to the bouquet. Behind it, there's nice berry and plum fruit lifted by ripe, firm tannins. Then it finishes fairly soft, with strawberry, chocolate and vanilla notes. Very nice overall. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Reserva,18,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa de la Reina 1998 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-reina-1998-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Casa de la Reina
13.5,Red,Australia,"This Sangiovese (60%)-Shiraz (40%) blend has dried-spice aromas and plum flavors. There's a vanilla-mocha accent, as well as an interesting almost orange/citrus one. Tannins will easily cut through an extra-cheese pizza. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",Contour 4 Sangiovese-Shiraz,16,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2003 Contour 4 Sangiovese-Shiraz Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2003-contour-4-sangiovese-shiraz-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2003,Coriole
13,Red,France,"Pricey, but pretty darn good, with mint, chocolate and plum notes carried on a medium-bodied frame. Finishes long, with flourishes of black cherries and modest tannins. Drink now–2015. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Kosher,90,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Poyferré 2001 Kosher  (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-poyferre-2001-kosher-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Château Léoville Poyferré
,Red,Italy,"Delicate and subdued, there's an attractive herbal or menthol quality to this wine that is reinforced by cracked black pepper, tobacconists' shop and mint tea. Candy-like cherry in the mouth with a clean, crisp finish make this an immediately approachable, casual Brunello. Imported by Distillerie Stock USA, Ltd.",,65,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanuova delle Cerbaie 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanuova-delle-cerbaie-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Casanuova delle Cerbaie
,Red,US,"The blend includes 4% Grenache and 2% Viognier, which bring some lovely nuances to this spicy effort. Bright citrusy aromas lead into spicy wild red fruits. Whiffs of smoke, toffee and a bit of caramel add intrigue. Fairly light, but nicely rendered and persistent through a clean, refreshing finish.",,21,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2004 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Waterbrook
12.5,White,Australia,"Light floral and citrus aromas. On the palate, the feel is lively, with overtones of citrus dressing up a steely, minerally core. A good value in Oz Riesling. 2,000 cases imported. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,15,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2004 Riesling (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2004-riesling-coonawarra/,Riesling,2004,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Red,US,"Pure Merlot, dark and sappy, with juicy, perfectly ripe boysenberry, blackberry and black cherry fruit. It offers plenty of spice, along with the ripe fruit flavors. Starts out big and bold but fades out in the middle. 210 cases made.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Woodinville Wine Cellars 2003 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2003,Woodinville Wine Cellars
,Red,US,"Very tart and spicy, with distinct notes of clove and orange peel. Citrus and apple flavors crop up unexpectedly, and the tannins have a hint of green tea about them.",Three Dogs,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 2003 Three Dogs Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2003-three-dogs-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Isenhower Cellars
,Red,US,"It's 100% Cabernet, from Kiona, Tapteil and old-vine Bacchus fruit. Very smooth, it sends up whiskey-barrel aromas and spice from the barrel aging. There is satiny fruit, and some alcoholic burn in the finish.",Bachelor's Button,,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 2003 Bachelor's Button Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2003-bachelors-button-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Isenhower Cellars
13.5,Red,Australia,"This is a sleek, Old World kind of Cabernet Sauvignon with a crisp, black-cherry focus and a dusty mouthfeel. Bramble and earth aromas go the way of tomato after some air, which was a detraction for me, but otherwise, a very enjoyable wine. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",,37,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Howard Park 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Howard Park
14,Red,Spain,"Big and toasty, with graphite, rubber and leather accenting pure black-fruit aromas. This is one ripe, tannic Rioja, but it's pure and the berry flavors sing a nice song. Solid on the finish, with length and feel. Shows the right stuff without blowing you away. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",,30,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Pujanza 2001  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pujanza-2001-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Pujanza
,Sparkling,US,The rosé is especially nice; with a pretty cherry core of sweet fruit. Basically it is free run (saignée) juice with a smidgen (two percent of  still wine added to brighten the color. Barrel aged and fermented; 300 cases produced.,Rosé,24,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Mountain Dome NV Rosé Sparkling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-dome-nv-rose-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Mountain Dome
,Red,US,"The vintage brut is the same blend and receives the same treatment as the NV, but the best barrels are chosen and it gets an extra three years en tirage. Just 300 cases were made of the '98. It is showing mature flavors of toast and buttered pears. Round and creamy, it's got a bold toastiness but retains enough fruit to remain fresh.",Brut,20,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Mountain Dome 1998 Brut Sparkling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-dome-1998-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,1998,Mountain Dome
,White,US,"What's likeable about this wine is that it doesn't go for the cheap thrills of superripe fruit and form of oak flavoring so common in Chards of this price. What you get is a dry, minerally wine, with a firm spine and just enough peach and oak to make it rich and complex.",,13,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Moon Mountain Vineyard 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moon-mountain-vineyard-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Moon Mountain Vineyard
,Red,France,"A slight step down from the nonmevushal bottling, with less plumpness on the midpalate and slightly roasted, but similar, flavors of chocolate, mocha, cedar and bacon. Supple on the finish, this is a blend of 70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Kosher Mevushal,260,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2002 Kosher Mevushal  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2002-kosher-mevushal-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Château Valandraud
,Red,US,"Spiced up with tobacco, mint and a bit of pepper, this light, herbal Syrah shows that you don't need 15% alcohol levels of ripeness to make a flavorful, complex wine. The flavors are compact and layered, and they linger beautifully on the palate. This is a wine that should knit together very nicely over the next 6–8 years.",Spofford Station Vineyard,23,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Colvin Vineyards 2003 Spofford Station Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colvin-2003-spofford-station-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Colvin Vineyards
,Red,US,"The blend is 77% Cab, 12% Merlot, 11% Cab Franc and the alcohol, rather surprisingly, hits 15+%. This is a wonderful claret, with mixed red and blue fruits and berries, plenty of natural acid and no obvious oak. There is a flash of caramel and mocha at the end, but the flavors unwrap luxuriously in a series of gradient layers. Delivers a lot of quality for the dollars. 1,100 cases made.",Claret,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Robert Karl 2002 Claret Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2002-claret-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Robert Karl
,Red,US,"Still young, fresh and vibrant, this Cab also is still dense in tannins, so be forewarned, although it's nothing that rich fare can't handle. It seems to be built for the cellar. The only concern is an overripe raisiny taste that would limit ageability.",Hilltop Vineyard,32,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2001 Hilltop Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2001-hilltop-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,J. Lohr
13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a deviation from Brunello's standard aromatic portfolio with herbal, bay leaf like aromas, pomegranate  and grassy notes. Not as full and dense as others but pleasantly lush and fruity in the mouth. Imported by Blavod Extreme Spirits.",Ugolforte,50,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta San Giorgio 2001 Ugolforte  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-giorgio-2001-ugolforte-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta San Giorgio
,Red,Italy,"Ground espresso bean, chocolate fudge and toasted almond aromas are enticing, but distant whiffs of matchstick and muted flint stopped us short. The mouth texture demonstrated less intensity, with cherry and damp clay minerality. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,64,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Caparzo 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-caparzo-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta Caparzo
15,Red,Spain,"Cherry, earth and leather are nice opening notes, while some charred oak adds masculinity and depth. Almost syrupy in the mouth, with plenty of black cherry and chocolate to satisfy those with a sweet tooth. Exhibits nice core qualities. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Vall Por,13,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Sangenís I Vaqué 2001 Vall Por Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sangenis-i-vaque-2001-vall-por-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2001,Sangenís I Vaqué
13,White,Australia,"Smells fresh and inviting, like lemon curd and freshly laundered sheets. Acidic but not overly tart; pear and peach flavors only get better and more intense as the wine opens. A very good wine at a fair price. 3,000 cases imported. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",,14,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Mad Fish 2005 Riesling (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-fish-2005-riesling-western/,Riesling,2005,Mad Fish
13.5,Red,Australia,Plum and berry fruit on the palate are juicy but fairly main stream; pretty notes of spice accent roasted blackberry aromas. Textured tannins add interest on the finish.,Reserve,59,88,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2000 Reserve Shiraz (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2000-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-nagambie-lakes/,Shiraz,2000,Tahbilk
,Red,US,"The excellent fruit sources include Morrison Lane, Les Collines and Seven Hills vineyards. This is a thick, sappy wine that shows the citrus zest character that often comes from Morrison Lane. Lifted, spicy and grapy.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Syzygy 2003 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syzygy-2003-syrah-walla-walla-valley-wa-54627/,Syrah,2003,Syzygy
,Red,Italy,"A distinct barnyard note does not distract from ripe black cherry, leather, tobacco and cedar wood and in fact integrates well within the whole. The mouthfeel is silky and smooth, and there's a playful, clove-like sensation on the finish. Imported by Martin Scott Wines.",,60,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesti 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesti-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Sesti
14,Red,Italy,"A racy, perky wine that appealed enthusiastically to two of three panelists. One found that it lacked intensity but the others enjoyed its herbal, high-toned cherry flavors. A hint of pastry crust or Graham cracker adds complexity and depth to an otherwise lean and elegant wine. Imported by Robert Chadderdon Selections.",,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio di Sotto 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-sotto-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Poggio di Sotto
,White,US,"Oaky, supple and structured, this features fresh green apple fruit and plenty of toasty new oak. It's just well made, mostly barrel-fermented (one-third was new French oak) and captures the broad, fruit-driven, barrel-enhanced flavors that make Chardonnay so popular.",,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Waterbrook
,Red,US,"From a small vineyard at the winery, a fascinating wine of place. It's black as night, dry as dust and so tannic, it shuts down the palate. Chew on it, and you'll find deep, ripe black raspberry flavors of great purity. It's worth cellaring this puppy for a good five years and possibly longer.",,40,88,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trinchero 2003 Petit Verdot (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2003-petit-verdot-napa-st-helena/,Petit Verdot,2003,Trinchero
14.2,Red,Australia,"Medium-sized on the palate, this Pinot's red and black cherry flavors have a pleasing fresh-herb edge. Aromas are meaty; a moderate, balanced wine that will probably shine even more with food. Imported by Marquee Selections.",Signature,20,88,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Marquee 2004 Signature Pinot Noir (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2004-signature-pinot-noir-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2004,Marquee
14,Red,Australia,"I like this wine for what it isn't—brash or sweet. Tannins are smooth and manageable, with mushroom and stable notes accenting firm plum and cherry flavors. A little soft on the palate, with a bite of herb at the finish, but it's nearly as enjoyable as the winery's excellent Cabernet. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",,17,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2003 Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2003-merlot-hunter-valley/,Merlot,2003,Margan
,White,US,"Definitely the winery's shining star; this is a firm, succulent style of sauv blanc, lightly toasty, with good fruit flavors that seem to fall right on the cusp between citrus and stone fruits. Polished and flavorful.",,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2003-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Arbor Crest
,Red,US,"Full, almost jammy flavors of strawberry preserves and sweet cherries jump out, with light milk chocolate highlights. Though I don't find it to be particularly varietal (in terms of Tuscan sangio), it is still a very tasty wine with plenty of plump, sweet fruit appeal.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2003 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2003-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2003,Arbor Crest
13.9,Red,Australia,"Demonstrative aromas of jammy fruit and a touch of brown sugar usher in red cherry fruit flavors with an overlay of bread flour. Mouthfeel is quite nice; pleasingly slender in size, with a tangy zip on the finish. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Hillcot,19,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 2003 Hillcot Merlot (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2003-hillcot-merlot-barossa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Grant Burge
13.5,Red,Australia,"Shows beefy, nutty notes on the nose, and black plum, berry and pepper on the palate. Has interesting meaty, beefy undertones; feels built for near-term enjoyment. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Eileen Hardy,90,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hardys 2001 Eileen Hardy Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2001-eileen-hardy-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2001,Hardys
,White,US,"A roughly 50-50 blend that comes across with firm, melon-flavored fruit—honeydew, green apple, Asian pear. Brief aging in new 500-liter puncheons gives it just a kiss of toast. 223 cases were made.",,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chelan Estate 2004 Chardonnay-Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chelan-estate-2004-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2004,Chelan Estate
,Red,US,"If this wine were any riper it would be over the top. It's a big, effusive Merlot, bursting with cherry jam and mocha flavors that are wrapped in velvety tannins. It's too soft for aging, but is delicious now.",St. Jean Estate,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2002 St. Jean Estate Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-estate-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2002,Chateau St. Jean
13,Red,Spain,"Nice from the get-go. Blueberry and cassis carry the nose, which offers a slight blast of pencil lead and mineral. Complete and largely harmonious on the palate, with soft oak and chunky, ripe fruit. On the mark now and it should shape up even more with additional bottle age. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",,13,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,De Lozar 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lozar-2004-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2004,De Lozar
13,Red,Spain,"Mature but not even close to expiring, with cola, root beer, tree bark and leather on the bouquet. Fairly acidic, which is why it has so much verve at 10+ years. Flavors of dried cherry, raspberry and citrus peel are classic in their attack. Very good in an Old World way. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Faustino de Autor Reserva Especial,50,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 1995 Faustino de Autor Reserva Especial  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-1995-autor-reserva-especial-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1995,Bodegas Faustino
14,Red,Spain,"Spicy and saucy on the nose, with some leather and cherry mixed in. Shows attractive cherry and tobacco flavors, and they are supported by ripe, pure tannins. This is a tight, ripe wine that is drinkable now and should hold for another couple of years at the very least. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Negre,17,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Celler Cecilio 2003 Negre Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-cecilio-2003-negre-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2003,Celler Cecilio
12,White,Australia,"This Riesling's aromas are quite nice: stone, lime and grapefruit, maybe even some almond. Flavors are delicate on the palate, with light pear and stone flavors picking up in intensity toward the finish. Approachable; it's rounder and softer in feel than Rieslings from Clare.",,25,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Bethany 2004 Riesling (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethany-2004-riesling-barossa/,Riesling,2004,Bethany
,Red,Italy,"This wine takes its sweet time to open but once it does, you'll get tart cherry, cedar, tobacco, coffee bean, violet and vanilla. Firm, chewy tannins back a bitter note and dusty minerality in the mouth. Imported by Vinifera Imports.",,74,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio di Sopra 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-sopra-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Canalicchio di Sopra
13.5,White,Australia,"This unwooded Chard is elegant and a little austere, but very nice. It has a sturdy spine with a dry, mineral texture and light pear and citrus flavors. The finish isn't tremendous at first, but lengthens and reveals citrus flavors with some time in the glass. 500 cases. Imported by Indigo Wine Group.",Unwooded,15,88,Victoria,King Valley,,Boggy Creek 2004 Unwooded Chardonnay (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boggy-creek-2004-unwooded-chardonnay-king-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Boggy Creek
,Red,US,"The Bordeaux blend is 83% Cab Sauvignon, 17% Cab Franc. Very clean and bright, with spicy cranberry and plum, boysenberry and cherry. There are hints of spice and pretty herb beginning to show. It's a fruit-forward style, with good midpalate concentration and some extra tannin and espresso highlights from the Cab Franc. 415 cases made.",Ausonius,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2003 Ausonius Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2003-ausonius-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Woodinville Wine Cellars
,Red,Italy,"Very ripe cherry, strawberry, forest floor, vanilla and grape juice notes render a lush, medium-bodied wine with creamy smoothness in the mouth. Sour acidity is a slight distraction. Imported by Kobrand.",,50,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Silvio Nardi 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-silvio-nardi-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenute Silvio Nardi
,Red,Italy,"Toast, cedar wood, sweet berries and mint with a smooth mouthfeel dominated by cherry-vanilla. Long and lush with chewy tannins and a nice finish, this is an easy to appreciate wine.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio il Castellare 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-il-castellare-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Poggio il Castellare
13.5,White,France,"Shows more acid and minerality than many 2003s. There's apple, pear and citrus, all wrapped around a minerally core, with hints of honey and anise on the finish. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,47,89,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2003  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2003-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Olivier Leflaive
,Red,US,"This is a yummy Cab, gentle in the mouth, insistent in flavor, and rich and balanced. There's a rich herb edge to the blackberry flavors, and the finish is dry, with a dusting of tannins that a good steak will cut right through.",,16,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Moon Mountain Vineyard 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moon-mountain-vineyard-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Moon Mountain Vineyard
,Red,Italy,"Ripe strawberry, cherry and chocolate fudge aromas make for an attractive nose. Very ripe and saturated in the mouth with tar, resin and cooked quality. A massive presence in the mouth with soft tannins.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Montecarbello 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecarbello-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Montecarbello
,Red,US,"A big wine, deep and dense, scented with violets, toast and vanilla. Vanilla dominates the palate, but there is good, concentrated fruit lurking right below, suggesting that this very young wine will come together well in the months ahead. Juicy, jammy and ripe, with a good peppery finish.",Reserve,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2004 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Dusted Valley
,White,US,"Old-vine Kestrel Vineyard fruit delivers; this is excellent juice. Concentrated and lush, it's packed with pineapple, green apple, hints of pear and light tropical fruits. A fruit-driven, powerful wine, with cracker and oatmeal flavors showing up in the finish.",Old Vine,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Dusted Valley 2004 Old Vine Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2004-old-vine-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2004,Dusted Valley
13,Red,Italy,"Blackberry, cherry, vanilla, cedar and resin add a layer of complexity to a wine with a prominent cooked or roasted characteristic at its center. Smooth and silky in the mouth with a firm tannin backbone. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,70,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Conti Costanti 2000  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-costanti-2000-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Conti Costanti
13,Red,France,"On first whiff, it shows big fruit and vanilla, but it settles down on the palate to deliver cedary plum- and cassis-flavored fruit. Finishes long, with some dusty tannins. It's bulky and lacks a bit of grace, but it still makes for a satisfying mouthful of Bordeaux that should improve with time. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Kosher,100,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2002 Kosher  (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2002-kosher-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Château Pontet-Canet
,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet and 16% Syrah. It's quite dense and black in the style of the winery, and powerfully scented with black cherry, loganberry and cedar. It tastes like a berry pie with cedary/leafy highlights. The finish shows interesting tobacco and cigar notes.",,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Basel Cellars
,Red,Italy,"This is a wine you'll love or you won't. Our panelists came up with a long list of descriptors for the nose: strawberry, rhubarb, pastry crust, smoked bacon fat, resin, rubber and tar. In the mouth, it delivers a stone-mineral quality and tart acidity that is almost excessive. A Marc De Grazia Selection, various U.S. Importers.",,65,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Macioche 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macioche-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Le Macioche
13,Red,Israel,"Pricey, but one of the better efforts to come out of Israel, successfully marrying plum fruit with vanilla and toasted coconut and some fine pipe tobacco notes. Medium-bodied, turning a bit chewy on the finish, but the fruit wins out in the end. Best over the next few years. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Megiddo Kosher,84,89,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2002 Megiddo Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2002-megiddo-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2002,Hevron Heights Winery
,Red,US,"Substantial and concentrated, this jams the palate with layers of boysenberry, blackberry and black cherry fruit. The oak is just right, and overall it is a very well made wine, big and a bit raw-boned but nicely defined. The finish is just a bit one-dimensional.",,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2003 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2003-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Barrister
,Red,Italy,"Tight menthol, currant berry, cedar wood and dusty mineral notes eventually waft off a wine that seems reluctant to open at first. The structure is solid without being hard, with espresso, leather and a powerful, dry finish. Imported by Vias Imports.",,64,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fossacolle 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fossacolle-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Fossacolle
,Red,US,"Concentrated and supple, this meaty and tannic blend of 56% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and a smattering of Cab Franc and Syrah comes from estate vineyards on Red Mountain. Broad-shouldered and powerful, it shows excellent cassis and red currant fruit and plenty of concentration. 9,700 cases.",Three Vineyards,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Hedges 2003 Three Vineyards Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-2003-three-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Hedges
,Red,US,"This is 78% Sangiovese; the rest a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Delicious, round, warm, soft and nicely touched with leafy, herbal, tobacco-flavored fruit. Unlike most domestic Sangiovese, this very much recalls the soft, leafy flavors of Chianti. The finish has just a bit more heat and tannin, but compensates with distinctly varietal flavors.",Rosso,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lone Canary 2003 Rosso Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lone-canary-2003-rosso-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Lone Canary
14.2,White,Australia,"Rosemount's most famous Chard is a success again, with ample nut, vanilla bean, hickory, grilled meat and stone fruit flavors, coming to a lemony point on the finish. A flamboyant style of wine, its smokiness a fine complement to fresh-off-the-grill seafood. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Roxburgh,25,89,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 2002 Roxburgh Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2002-roxburgh-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Rosemount
,Red,Italy,"A medium-bodied, silky wine that delivers generous whiffs of coffee, vanilla, maple syrup and sweet fruit. There's an herbal tea quality to the berry-driven flavors. Power and tannins back a vein of refreshing crispness. Imported by E & J Gallo.",,70,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Da Vinci 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinci-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Da Vinci
12.5,Red,Spain,"Almost orange in color but fairly lively on the nose, where cherry, vanilla, leather and licorice come together. Firm and acidic at its center, with surrounding tobacco, cherry and citrus flavors. Shows some toast and root beer on the finish. Very solid stuff from a good vintage. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Gran Reserva,21,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa de la Reina 1996 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-reina-1996-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1996,Casa de la Reina
,White,US,"Yummy Chard, complex and delicious. Offers lots of ripe, rich peach and pineapple custard flavors, sweet, toasty oak and a buttery texture. Nice, perky acids keep things lively and clean.",Sonoma County Selection,13,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2004 Sonoma County Selection Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2004-sonoma-county-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Sebastiani
,Red,Italy,"Blueberry, forest berry and a delicate floral touch round off richly toasted notes that glide smoothly over a harmonious whole. It lacked some of the building blocks to see it through the years, but we saw this as a gentle, easy wine to enjoy now with roasted or grilled meats. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,46,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Col d'Orcia 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Col d'Orcia
13.5,Red,Spain,"Spicy and exotic, with tight fruit and plenty of tannin in the mouth. There's a lot of juicy blackberry flavors along with full-force acids and verve. Tight as a drum, with some rough edges that should mellow over the next year or so. A wine to watch from a region that's showing its stuff. Imported by Bon Vivant Imports.",Crianza,27,89,Northern Spain,Toro,,Rejadorada 2001 Crianza  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rejadorada-2001-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2001,Rejadorada
13.5,Red,Spain,"Lots of bacon, leather and earth coat the nose of this vanguard-style Rioja, but unlike the spectacular 2001, the '02 is not nearly as deep and ethereal. Blame the cool, wet vintage and take solace in the fact that it's still a rich, almost syrupy red with integrated tannins and lushness. What's missing is the wine's patented layering and complexity. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",,49,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,San Vicente 2002  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-vicente-2002-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2002,San Vicente
,Red,Italy,"A perfumey and sensual wine with dried lavender, rosehip tea, violets, cranberry and herbal notes. Very floral in the mouth as well ,where it boasts a crisp, clean impact, medium weight, firm tannins and long persistency.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Terralsole 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terralsole-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Terralsole
13.5,Red,Italy,"Burnt coffee, black tar, cherry cola, almond paste, stewed strawberries and a note of rubber create a dramatic, slightly over-the-top Brunello. There's a viscous fullness to the mouth that makes a good match for the wine's fruity, clean finish. Imported by Tosco Wines.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Verbena 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verbena-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Verbena
,Red,US,"Good effort in the dark, syrupy vein of Washington Syrah. The scents are ripe and somewhat raisiny, almost Port-like, but the oak has been reined in and the wine reflects the character of the vintage, which was quite warm. The flavors are dense with mincemeat pie, rum raisin, prune, soy and chocolate, a veritable baker's box of spices. Notes of cherry tobacco lead into dry, herbal tannins; hot and assertive, yet packed with flavor.",,28,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Woodinville Wine Cellars 2003 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Woodinville Wine Cellars
,Red,Italy,"Virbrant ruby color with dark berry and a ripe, sweet edge followed by menthol notes. There's a sour and mildly acetic note and powerful, raw tannins that seem very sharp against the wine's medium weight. A nervous wine that could benefit from a few more years in the bottle. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",,62,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggione 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Il Poggione
14,Rose,Australia,"One of the better Oz rosés I've had lately. It's fairly dark in color, with deep black cherry and raspberry flavors and aromas. It's medium-full in size, with a dry, minerally feel. Perfect for those warm days that you spend on the deck grilling up a storm. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",Saignée Rosé,15,89,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2005 Saignée Rosé Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2005-saignee-rose-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2005,Margan
13,Red,Argentina,"Yet again this relatively affordable wine shows the charms and potential of Argentinean Malbec. It has a beautiful color and full, fruity aromas. The palate runs a bit snappy and upright, with cherry-based fruit that will go great with any type of grilled or braised meat. Clean, ripe and tasty, with the slightest bit of perky acids. Imported by Billington Imports.",,18,89,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Felipe Rutini 2003 Malbec (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2003-malbec-consulta/,Malbec,2003,Felipe Rutini
,White,US,"Quite dry, all stainless fermentation, with plenty of herbal components as the wine rounds into maturity. It develops some pretty cotton candy scents as it warms in the glass also.",,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2002-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Caterina
,White,US,"This always seems to be a strength of the winery, and 2004 is one of the best yet. Tasty, toasty and thick, with layers of fig, melon, pear and sweet cracker.",,12,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2004-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Waterbrook
,Red,US,"This is 100% Syrah from Kiona vineyards, on Red Mountain. It pins the meter at 15% alcohol without tiring out the palate. Silky and substantial, with flavors of raspberry, black cherry and red licorice, and scents of violets, rose petals and hints of cracked pepper.",The Pixie,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2003 The Pixie Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2003-pixie-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2003,Gorman
,Red,Italy,"Barnyard notes first meet the nose but lessen in intensity to reveal cherry cola, dark plum, forest floor, moist tree bark and tobacco. Offers a medium to full build with persistent length and a firm, spicy finish. Imported by Tricana Imports.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoi 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoi-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Fattoi
14,Red,Argentina,"Among the new crop of Patagonian Malbecs, this wine shows a sly style. It's not that full of bells and whistles but it does offer plenty of ripe red fruit such as cassis, cherry and strawberry. Blended in are touches of tobacco and leather. Goes down smooth and easy; registers more lush and ripe than anything. Imported by S&F Trading Company.",Saurus Patagonia Select,13,89,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2004 Saurus Patagonia Select Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2004-saurus-patagonia-select-malbec-other/,Malbec,2004,Familia Schroeder
,White,US,"Bright and lively in acidity and pure fruit, brimming with ripe peach, lime and quince flavors. Oak forms a seasoning, with suggestions of vanilla and toast. A well-balanced wine that will go well with food.",Blocks 9 & 21,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2002 Blocks 9 & 21 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2002-blocks-9-21-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Hendry
,Red,Italy,"Call it personality, this Brunello stands apart from the rest. Standard coffee and fudge are offset by tangy red berry, apple, candy cherry cough drop, putty and what one panelist pinned down as roasted artichoke. A crisp close to a full, soft round wine.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pinino 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinino-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Pinino
,Red,US,"More Yakima than Walla Walla, this tight, stylish Cab shows plenty of leaf and herb, but nothing stemmy or bitter. Sleek and sporting cassis and black cherry fruit, it remains concentrated and balanced into a long, gliding finish tasting of astringent black tea.",,26,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Colvin Vineyards 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colvin-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Colvin Vineyards
,Red,US,"This 75% Cabernet, 25% Syrah shows some interesting hints of wild fruits and light, spicy herbs. Young, tight and closed up a bit, it will certainly benefit from another year or two in the bottle.",Doyenne Aix,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2003 Doyenne Aix Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2003-doyenne-aix-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2003,DeLille
,Red,Italy,"Menthol, toast and modest berry offset a stern and firmly tannic wine that needs more time in the cellar. Wood notes tend to obscure the fruit and the finish is dry and somewhat astringent. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Vigna La Casa,120,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Caparzo 2001 Vigna La Casa  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-caparzo-2001-vigna-casa-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta Caparzo
,Red,US,"Smells like graphite and rich, dark fruit—very promising. Soft, plush and plummy on the palate, just comes up a bit short on the finish.",Lewelling Vineyard,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2002 Lewelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2002-lewelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Trinchero
14.5,Red,Spain,"Quite ripe, with a touch of stewiness that settles with time and morphs into a pool of ripe cherries, berries and raisins. More soft than hard, with easygoing tannins and a meaty, chunky finish laced with licorice and cured meat. Dense and chewy. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Coranya,45,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Sangenís I Vaqué 2000 Coranya Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sangenis-i-vaque-2000-coranya-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2000,Sangenís I Vaqué
13.5,Red,Italy,"Earthy and cedary, with only modest fruit flavors peeking out from behind a wall of tobacco and coffee. Serve with herb-crusted meats  to help bring out the fruit. Imported by VinUS Inc.",Etichetta Bianca,40,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesi Cattaneo di Belforte 2000 Etichetta Bianca  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-cattaneo-belforte-2000-etichetta-bianca-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Marchesi Cattaneo di Belforte
13.5,Red,Israel,"Recanati's most ambitious effort is also its best, with ample plum, blackberry and coffee aromas admirably echoed on the palate. Nicely balanced, with supple tannins, and spice notes that linger on the finish. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Special Reserve Kosher,35,89,Galilee,,,Recanati 2001 Special Reserve Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2001-special-reserve-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Recanati
14.5,Red,Australia,"Mocha, anise and eucalyptus aromas are compelling, as are juicy, mixed berry and spice flavors. This is a very enjoyable, by-the-book kind of Shiraz, built to please far and wide. Imported by E & J Gallo.",Stentiford's Reserve Old Vines,55,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,McWilliam's of Coonawarra 2000 Stentiford's Reserve Old Vines Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-coonawarra-2000-stentifords-reserve-old-vines-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2000,McWilliam's of Coonawarra
,Red,Italy,"Cherry-berry, vanilla, herbal notes and forest floor are the dominant aromas. But there's also a slightly lactic quality in the form of milk chocolate. Not a hugely complex wine, but a straightforward and friendly one with a medium body and a spicy finish. Imported by Vinifera Imports.",,66,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Friggiali 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-friggiali-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta Friggiali
,Red,Italy,"Generous vanilla with delicate menthol, basil and fresh herbs, eucalyptus, cherry, exotic spice, cloves and cigar box. Wood notes are a tad dull and lackluster but the wine boasts a supple feel, solid tannins and fruity notes on the finish. Imported by Eber Bros./Paramont Brands.",,45,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Solaria 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solaria-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Solaria
,Red,Italy,"Intense black cherry, raspberry and vanilla are amplified by maple syrup, chestnut, dried red rose petal, exotic spice, plum, earth and mushroom. Supple, round and soft with a young, fresh finish and coffee cacao at the end. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",,70,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Siro Pacenti 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siro-pacenti-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Siro Pacenti
,Red,Italy,"Black cherry cola, forest floor, coffee, wet tobacco and drying wood notes with a hint of wild mushroom are firmly fastened to a medium-structured wine with a eucalyptus-laden finish.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio San Polo 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-san-polo-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Poggio San Polo
13,Red,Italy,"Has textbook Brunello aromas of toasted almond, coffee, cedar bark, spice, blueberry and herbal cough drop. A lean but well-balanced mouthfeel is accented by tart cherry and herb tea-like flavors with long, gentle tannins. Imported by Vini Inc.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pietroso 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietroso-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Pietroso
,Red,US,"Although the label boasts that the wine received 30 months in American oak, it does not clobber you with wood; rather, it wraps its tight, muscular fruit in soft tannins and tangy acids. Despite its age, it seems young, hard and unyielding. But what great structure, and potential for aging.",,27,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Townshend
13.4,White,Australia,"This Chardonnay takes a little while to unfold in the glass, but when it does, fresh vanilla bean and cream aromas emerge. More of the same follows through on the palate, where there's also some almond and fresh white peach flavors. Zips shut with a burst of lemon. Suave, and will only improve with age. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Vat 47,40,89,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 2003 Vat 47 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2003-vat-47-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Tyrrell's
,Red,US,"This Pinot is so ripe and full-bodied that it's almost Rhône-like. The black cherry pie and cola flavors veer into milk chocolate. Yet the wine somehow maintains a silky delicacy and dry elegance, and in the end, it's quite a tasty drink.",,30,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kent Rasmussen 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Kent Rasmussen
14,Red,Australia,"Sangiovese really dominates here, adding pretty notes of cherry, leather, cedar and orange liqueur to Shiraz's plummy core. Round in the mouth, with approachable but textured tannins. A very nice wine. 1,000 cases produced. Imported by Aussie Imports.",Sangiovese-Shiraz,20,89,South Australia,South Australia,,3 Hills High 2002 Sangiovese-Shiraz Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-hills-high-2002-sangiovese-shiraz-red-south/,Red Blend,2002,3 Hills High
14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a wine that never won consensus despite multiple tastings. One panelist noted a strong dislike for a garlicky, skunky aroma that the others did not pick up. They lauded its herbal, wet clay, blueberry, cherry  and violet tones. Imported by Winebow.",Montosoli,106,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2001 Montosoli  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2001-montosoli-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Altesino
,Red,US,"Firm and varietal, this smooth and chocolaty wine is built upon supple cassis and plum fruit; thick but soft tannins, a powerful streak of roasted coffee and appropriate notes of leaf and stem. Nicely done.",,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2002 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2002-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Arbor Crest
,Red,Italy,"Smoke, raspberry, tart cherry, vanilla, dried basil leaf, plum, caramel and smoked ham work well together as a whole. Juicy acidity and firm but ripe tannins are drawn over a good mouthfeel that could be more compact and complex. Imported by Bacchanal Wines.",,45,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ferrero 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrero-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Ferrero
,Red,Italy,"Intriguing floral notes like rose tea and pressed violet blend with briar patch, anise, leather, cigar box, cherry wood and earth. Not a modern blockbuster but delicious and refined with menthol-like freshness on the finish. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection, Inc.",,38,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Fattoria La Lecciaia
,Red,Italy,"There's something enticing but atypical to this wine that was received by our tasting panel with varying degrees of enthusiasm. Hints of barnyard or horsiness preface fruity black cherry, herbal or grassy notes, chocolate and plum. Firmly tannic with spice over a long finish.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Gianni Brunelli 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-brunelli-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Gianni Brunelli
,Red,Argentina,"Impressive and saturated, with ripe aromas. The mouth is focused and, generally speaking, quite rewarding. The blackberry and dark plum flavors are big and aggressive. If there's any one place the wine doesn't wow, it's on the finish, which is short and a bit sharp-edged. Needs food. Imported by Billington Imports.",Catena Alta,45,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2002 Catena Alta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2002-alta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Bodega Catena Zapata
13,Red,Italy,"Initial sulfur notes blow off quickly, leaving attractive aromas of tobacco, ripe cherry, nutmeg, vanilla, anise and a hint of fresh dill. Medium structure with firm tannins and a long, tea-like finish. Imported by Wine Wave.",,50,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Barbi 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barbi-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Barbi
15,Red,Spain,"Rock solid, with spice, leather and piercing oak on the nose. Snappy and upright on the palate, with tons of berry fruit and nice smoky shadings. Balanced and nuanced, with vanilla, licorice, toast and spice on the finish. A winner. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Clos Monlleó,60,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Sangenís I Vaqué 2000 Clos Monlleó Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sangenis-i-vaque-2000-clos-monlleo-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2000,Sangenís I Vaqué
,Red,Italy,"Cherry, tobacco, earth, sandalwood, with balsam notes and a touch of horse saddle for a warmer, earthier veneer. The tannins are firm and drying but not aggressive and there's some wet slate or crushed stone on the finish.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere La Vigna 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-vigna-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Podere La Vigna
,Red,US,"The immediate impression is of extreme youth and mandatory cellaring. Bluntly, this is not an easy wine to like now. It has a peppery edge, and the blackberry fruit is buried under tons of dark, brooding tannins. Best to age until at least 2009, but it should be worth the wait.",Fay,80,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2002 Fay Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2002-fay-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,US,"This is a tough wine to evaluate now because it's not showing well. It's very dry and tannic. There's a fruity, blackberry and cherry core, with a coffee and dill herbaceousness and plenty of oak. It's soft, but should develop well, and could eventually surprise. Try holding until 2010.",Cask 23,150,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2002 Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2002-cask-23-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13.5,Red,Italy,"An inky-dark wine with an assortment of pleasing aromas: tobacco, leather, plum, resin and bacon fat. This wine evolves over time in the glass with increasing intensity of flavors. Imported by Fourcade & Hecht Wine Selections.",,44,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tornesi 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tornesi-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tornesi
12,White,Australia,"What a nice wine. Very fragrant on the nose; it's an alluring blend of tropical fruit, citrus and olive oil. Zesty, crisp and mouthfilling, its citrus spine supporting white peach and talc flavors. Pleasingly tangy on the finish. Imported by Click Wine Group.",Watervale,16,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Mitchell 2004 Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchell-2004-watervale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2004,Mitchell
,Red,US,"They don't get much riper than this wine, with powerful, almost over-the-top black currant and black cherry flavors. It's a big wine, but nicely balanced, with rich, complex, smooth tannins and very nice acids. Oak plays a supporting, not dominant, role. The finish is dry. Drink now.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Miner
,White,US,"Lots of vanilla, spice and buttered nuts, set in a tight, stylish frame. Clean citrus and apple fruit, made in a fresh, crisp and penetrating style.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Forgeron
,Red,Italy,"Anise seed, cherry cola, balsam notes, bacon fat, sandalwood and mint liquor are nicely stitched together. The wine renders a warm sensation in the mouth with exotic spice over a persistent finish. Imported by Masciarelli Wine Co.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Capanna 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capanna-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Capanna
,Red,US,"Though still a dense, chalky mouthful of wine, the 2003 Doyenne is a bit more restrained than the over-the-top 2002. Dark streaks of smoke, earth, tar, roasted meat and barrel spices dominate; it takes a lot of breathing time to bring out the underlying fruit.",Doyenne,46,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2003 Doyenne Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2003-doyenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,DeLille
14,Red,Spain,"A touch of early aromatic raisin gives way to spice, tobacco, tomato and cherry, while the palate is ripe and rich, with flavors of raspberry syrup and prune. Very deep and smooth, with just enough toasty oak to keep things well framed. Imported by Five Star Imports.",L'Espill,40,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Celler Cecilio 2001 L'Espill Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-cecilio-2001-lespill-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2001,Celler Cecilio
,Red,Italy,"Brimstone notes blow off quickly to reveal smooth vanilla, coffee, chocolate, toast, cherry and eucalyptus. A wine with a long, spicy finish, firmly-built body and drying tannins. Imported by Premier Wine Co.",,49,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Baricci 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baricci-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Baricci
,Red,US,"The Cab is matched against Merlot, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot in a slightly less intense version of the becoming quite fashionable in Washington State. The best percentage seems to be about 60% Cab to 40% Syrah, roughly the blend here, which contrasts the Cab's firm, tannic, lightly herbal character with the tart blueberry and winery's exceptional Intuition reserve. Similar flavors are here, complex and lingering, just slightly less concentration.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bergevin Lane 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bergevin Lane
14,Red,Argentina,"Fully oaked, so the nose deals plenty of coffee and maple. Under that there's vibrant red-cherry and cassis flavors amid firm tannins. The finish is solid and spicy, with chocolate folded in. Although it is a bit gritty and hard now, each additional month you hold it the hardness will dissipate. Made of 70% Malbec and 30% Bonarda.  Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Mora Negra,36,90,Other,Tulum Valley,,Finca Las Moras 2002 Mora Negra Red (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2002-mora-negra-red-tulum-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Finca Las Moras
,Red,Italy,"Oak tonneaux aging renders a rounder, softer and easier-to-drink Brunello. Beautiful layers of aromatic intensity include white mushroom, herbal notes, sweet cedar wood, tobacco, vanilla and cherry. Imported by Tutto Vino.",I Poggiarelli,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Mannella 2001 I Poggiarelli  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannella-2001-i-poggiarelli-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Mannella
13,White,France,"Flinty yet honeyed at the same time, this full-bodied wine delivers concentrated flavors of pear, melon, dried spices and honey. Easy enough to drink now, yet should hold for at least five years despite relatively low acids. Long and silky-textured on the finish. Imported by Monsieur Henri Wine Co.",Vaudesir Grand Cru,66,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 Vaudesir Grand Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
14.5,Red,Australia,"Spicy, peppery oak aromas are presented on a backdrop of red berry fruit. This wine's texture is its centerpiece: It has a smooth, mouthcoating, milky-clay feel, and deals berry and subtle oak flavors. Very enjoyable. Imported by Epic Wines.",,35,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Melton 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-melton-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Charles Melton
14.5,Red,Australia,"This Cab seems narrow and kind of mainstream at first, but really blooms after a few minutes in the glass. Has menthol and carob accents on the nose, with a sweet-plum core of flavor. Blankets the tongue with textured tannins. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",,17,90,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-hunter-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Margan
13.5,Red,Italy,"Starts off with a whiff of cola or tree bark, then smooths out with air into red berries and spice. Earthy on the palate, adding notes of tobacco, red cherries and cedar, carried along by a slightly creamy texture. Turns crisp on the finish, with tart cherries framed by sturdy tannins. Imported by VinUS Inc.",Etichetta Bianca,40,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesi Cattaneo di Belforte 2001 Etichetta Bianca  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-cattaneo-belforte-2001-etichetta-bianca-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Marchesi Cattaneo di Belforte
,White,US,"Round and warmly fruity, this is a lovely mix of grapefruit, stone fruits and light tropical flavors. Nice and spicy, balanced and harmonious, it has almost 2% residual sugar (and has been criticized for it) but it works well to soften and round out the acids.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Poet's Leap 2004 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poets-leap-2004-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2004,Poet's Leap
,Red,US,"Here the blend is 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot and the rest Cab Franc. Winemaker Chris Camarda captures pretty fragrances of strawberries, light cocoa and hints of ham. It's a wine that offers a lot of small pleasures; nothing on a grand scale, but stylish and balanced.",Sheridan Vineyard,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Andrew Will 2003 Sheridan Vineyard Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2003-sheridan-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Andrew Will
,Red,US,"A glorious, tart and tangy Merlot, with vivid fruit that snaps the palate to attention. The acids are right upfront; if you like your fruit a bit on the sour side, as I do, this will ring your bell.",Cuvée Lucia,28,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 2003 Cuvée Lucia Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2003-cuvee-lucia-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Andrew Will
,Red,Italy,"Delicate mint and herb shadings back red berry fruit and vanilla-nutmeg spice. There's a creamy almost blueberry muffin dough quality that lends character but is not heavy in the least. Dry firm tannins and a tight, clean close. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,60,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lisini 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lisini-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Lisini
,White,US,"There's a refreshing crispness and minerality in this wine, despite well-ripened pineapple, peach, fig and melon flavors. It shows rich acids, dry complexity, and a long, satisfying finish that lift it well above the pack.",Carol's Vineyard,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,J. Lohr 2004 Carol's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2004-carols-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,J. Lohr
,Red,US,"A stylish wine with a light touch, and plenty of tart citrus. Some interesting orange peel flavors slice through the bracing, cranberry/raspberry fruit. This is a high-acid style; don't look for jammy red fruits or obvious oak, though you will find some tastefully layered hints of chocolate and vanilla, along with green tea tannins. Balanced, food-friendly and a good candidate for the cellar.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Townshend 2002 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townshend-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2002,Townshend
,Red,US,"Here's a classic Alexander Valley Cab from a winery that knows what it's doing. The wine is very soft but complex and elaborately tailored, with delicious blackberry pie, chocolate and cherry flavors that just don't stop coming. Fortunately, the tannins and acids are rich enough to stand up to the fruit.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sebastiani 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sebastiani
,White,US,"If you're looking for a pleasantly fruity, dry white wine with plenty of acidity to stand up to goat cheese and grilled veggies, this is it. It has powerful but elegant flavors of citrus rind and honeydew, with a complexing minerality. Notable for its balance and harmony.",,15,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Enlace 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enlace-2004-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Enlace
,Red,US,"Lovely and creamy, with thick, juicy flavors of citrus peel, honey, lemon and white peach fruits. Graham cracker and oatmeal flavors coat the finish; overall a very fleshy mouthful of wine. Just 200 cases produced.",Doyenne,26,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2004 Doyenne Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2004-doyenne-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Roussanne,2004,DeLille
,Red,US,"The '03 vintage is a particularly good year for D2. The warm, ripe vintage means that this second wine of DeLille  has unusual sweetness and richness across the palate. Toasty and laden with cherry/berry flavors, good weight and concentration, and enough stuffing to hang in there through a long, satisfying finish.",D2,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2003 D2 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2003-d2-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,DeLille
,Red,Italy,"Chocolate cover cherries with interesting herbal, menthol like notes and a touch of earthy, barnyard. Tannins are tightly bundled and need to relax, but there's enough fruit and structure to ensure graceful longevity. Imported by Winebow.",,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cerbaia 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerbaia-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Cerbaia
,Red,Italy,"Blueberry, fennel seed, forest berry, rhubarb with a slightly lactic, sour note. Full and creamy in the mouth and tangy but not extremely tannic or long. Because this wine does not overwhelm your taste buds, it has great food pairing potential. Imported by Martin Scott Wines.",Phenomena Riserva,45,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesti 2000 Phenomena Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesti-2000-phenomena-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Sesti
,Red,Italy,"Concentrated and superripe with blackberry, plum, cedar, clove and coffee over a long, spicy finish. Firm, velvety tannins and toasted notes render a modern yet age-worthy wine. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Altero,74,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2000 Altero  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2000-altero-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Poggio Antico
,Red,US,"The Pirouette from Long Shadows is made by Agustin Huneeus and Philippe Melka. It's 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 10% Syrah, 9% Cab Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. Dusty, toasty and showing lots of coffee aromas, it hits the palate quite soft, seamless, classy, rich and luscious in a Napa Valley style. It's silky, with fine tannins, still quite young and nicely nuanced.",,55,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pirouette 2003 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pirouette-2003-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Pirouette
,Red,Italy,"This wine has a very pretty nose with a delicate embroidery of forest berry and wild flowers. Yet its structure is full and round with a deep ruby color. Thicker, denser favors come through on the palate like smoked ham, sweet cherry followed by a zesty touch of basil or green herb. Imported by Montecastelli Selections.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collelceto 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collelceto-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Collelceto
,Red,Italy,"Generous dollops of coffee bean, cherry syrup, cedar wood and tobacco greet the nose. Lacks nuances but does deliver creamy consistency and attractive espresso notes on the finish.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Serena 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serena-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Serena
,Red,Italy,"Dense and concentrated, this is a modern and flavorful Brunello that delivers vinous and fruity aromas such as cherry, plum and even apricot. Lush and meaty with espresso bean, mushroom and exotic spice. Scores sky high on the power meter. Imported by Opici Import Company.",Vigne gli Angeli,65,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Gerla 2001 Vigne gli Angeli  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-2001-vigne-gli-angeli-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Gerla
13,White,France,"Excellent quality for a villages wine, with layers of peaches and tropical fruit over a core of mineral and spice. Full-bodied and harmonious, with a long finish that echoes with peach, mineral and oak. Drink now. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co. —J.C.",,37,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Joseph Drouhin 2003  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
13.5,White,France,"This mouthfilling Chard adds hints of honey and acacia blossom to luscious aromas of toasted nuts and citrus. Honey, nuts, mineral and citrus notes mingle easily on the palate, while the finish picks up hints of oaky spice and orange peel. Low acid ity suggests early consumption; drink now–2010. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Folatières Premier Cru,54,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2003 Folatières Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
13.5,Red,Italy,"Rich and plump with marzipan, cherry-berry, menthol, violet and medicinal notes. Some sweaty, band-aid like notes add complexity. A bit austere and stern in the mouth thanks to drying tannins, but would show well over the course of a long satisfying meal. Imported by Kobrand.",,65,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta La Fuga 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fuga-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta La Fuga
14.5,Red,Australia,"Light maple, grape jelly and meaty aromas are succeeded by berry-basket flavors on the palate. A Shiraz with wide appeal, though it's young right now and not yet singing at full volume. Drink after 2007. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Platinum Label,72,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Wolf Blass 2002 Platinum Label Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2002-platinum-label-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2002,Wolf Blass
,Red,US,"Made from the same late-picked Kiona Vineyard Syrah as Mark Ryan's “Bad Lands,” here blended with Conner Lee Cab. It's a benign monster; dense, concentrated, packed with berry, cassis, caramel, coffee liqueur, black tea and butterscotch.",The Evil Twin,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Gorman 2003 The Evil Twin Syrah-Cabernet (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2003-evil-twin-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah-Cabernet,2003,Gorman
,Red,US,"Mixed berries and red fruits, a dollop of spice, streaks of leaf, tobacco, gravel—it's a lovely bottle, and one that improves dramatically with a few hours of breathing time.",Zachary's Ladder Red Table Wine,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gorman 2002 Zachary's Ladder Red Table Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorman-2002-zacharys-ladder-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Gorman
14,Red,Argentina,"The second wine from Bodega Noemía de Patagonia is an unbridled winner in 2004. It's ripe and saturated, with a warm and spicy nose that blends just the right amount of rusticity with blackberry and plum. Quite a heavyweight with some raw oak, chocolate and mocha. Everything that fans of Argentine Malbec are looking for is on stage here. Imported by Vias Imports.",,40,90,Other,Río Negro Valley,,J. Alberto 2004 Malbec (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-alberto-2004-malbec-rio-negro-valley/,Malbec,2004,J. Alberto
,Red,US,"Aloof and tannic now. It's very dry, and those tannins lock in and cry out for something to melt them. It's best to decant this wine many hours in advance of drinking it, but it should develop well over the next eight to ten years.",Cinq Cepages,75,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2002 Cinq Cepages Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-cinq-cepages-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chateau St. Jean
13.8,Red,Spain,"Massive yet proportional, with olive, rubber and ripe black fruit on the manly bouquet. The palate is ponderous but tasty, with a huge dose of syrupy berry and black-plum flavors. Ripe as all get out, with firm tannins. To call it a powerhouse would be taking things lightly. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",Tinto,46,90,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Luna Beberide 2000 Tinto Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2000-tinto-red-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Red Blend,2000,Luna Beberide
,Red,US,"This is a big, ripe, fruity Syrah, but it has an underlying balance and finesse that give it first-class status. It's a well-oaked, dry wine, with  thick but smooth tannins that frame intense blackberry, mulberry and cocoa flavors. Best enjoyed in its youth.",Redwood Retreat Vineyards,33,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Fernwood 2003 Redwood Retreat Vineyards Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernwood-2003-redwood-retreat-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2003,Fernwood
13.5,Red,Australia,"Accented by new French and American oak, this is a rich Chardonnay. Aromas of nut and grilled meats are echoed on the palate, giving interest to pear and citrus zest notes underneath. Any more wood would be too much, but as it stands it's a harmonious, hedonistic white. Imported by Davies & Co.",,15,90,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Allandale 2003 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allandale-2003-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Allandale
,Red,Italy,"Our panelists had issues with initial lactic and rhubarb notes but warmed up to the wine as it opened. Violets, blueberry, pencil shavings, spicy wood, tealeaf and tobacco are carried forth by bright acids and drying tannins. Imported by Vieux Vins, Inc.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Agostina Pieri 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostina-pieri-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Agostina Pieri
,Red,US,"For a Cabernet, this is almost soft, with seductive, coffee-infused flavors of plum and pie cherry. The sweet spices carry into the finish, with just a hint of herb and fresh mint to cleanse the palate.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Amavi 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Amavi
13,Red,Spain,"Alluring cherry and berry aromas show a touch of candied sweetness, yet overall the bouquet is magnetically attractive. And the palate is deep and spicy, with tons of red fruit accented by toast and chocolate. And as far as complexity notes go, there's rose petal, lavender and leather. Eminently drinkable; excellent quality to price ratio. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Gran Reserva,20,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 1998 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-1998-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Campo Viejo
,Red,US,"Dark and roasted, with espresso, toffee and tar flavors right up front, this thickly tannic wine features big, plummy fruit with the concentration of strawberry preserves. A bit of heat, and the massive tannins that are typical from Klipsun vineyard fruit.",Klipsun,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2003 Klipsun Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2003-klipsun-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Cadence
,Red,US,"Firm, hard, tannic and smoky with black cherry, red currant, light earth and pepper. French, American and Hungarian oak adds some toasted cracker flavors around the cherry fruit. Well crafted and quite interesting.",,21,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Waterbrook
,White,US,"Yeasty, honeyed, aromatic and rich with floral, citrus blossom, peach, apricot and spiced orange pekoe tea notes.",Late Harvest,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 2004 Late Harvest White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2004-late-harvest-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2004,Isenhower Cellars
14,Red,Italy,"Leather and horse saddle round off bright cherry, menthol and spicy notes. Restrained yet densely packed and tight in the mouth, the wine has good substance, a firm structure and an intense finish. Imported by Servello Imports LLC.",,49,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Innocenti 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocenti-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Innocenti
,Red,US,"Here's a lovely, dry Napa Cab, less flashy and more tannic than some others, but perhaps more balanced and ageworthy. It has equal shares of blackberry and cherry fruit, with earthy, tobacco and coffee notes. New, sweet oak imparts extra richness. Should improve for the next six years or so.",Cañon Creek Vineyard,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Midsummer Cellars 2003 Cañon Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midsummer-cellars-2003-canon-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Midsummer Cellars
13,Red,Argentina,"In recent years Michel Torino has been making better and better Malbec, and this vintage is the best we've tasted. It offers sweet fruit and marzipan on the nose, while the big, chewy palate is lush and packed with berries, vanilla and chocolate nesting on pillowy tannins. Very chummy and almost lavish. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Don David,15,90,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2003 Don David Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2003-don-david-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2003,Michel Torino
,Sparkling,US,"This is the winery's reserve cuvée, first produced in 1995 and released for the Millennium. It's half pinot and half chardonnay, made from the best of the best grapes and vintages. This is just the second release in the winery's two decade history. Though NV, it is based on the very ripe 1998 vintage. The winery's most elegant sparkling wine, it has a fine, textured mouthfeel and nicely nuanced flavors of pear, apple and light citrus. The over-the-top fruitiness of the regular brut is tamed, and it has the grace and texture of a genuine Champagne.",Cuvée Forté,30,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Mountain Dome NV Cuvée Forté Sparkling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-dome-nv-cuvee-forte-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Mountain Dome
,Red,US,"This winery's regular '03 Syrah is a sensation. The Califa bottling is clearly a different wine, more tannic, deeper, darker and more brooding. It's also sweeter, although it's not clear if that comes from riper fruit or more new oak. Either way, this taster prefers the regular Syrah.",Chamisal Vineyard Califa,42,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2003 Chamisal Vineyard Califa Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2003-chamisal-vineyard-califa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Domaine Alfred
,Red,US,"You're struck by the darkness of this wine. Also it's aroma, which is deep and brooding, like something from a vault. In the mouth, the wine is dry and tannic, intended for the cellar. And with its vast core of black cherry and pomegranate fruit and clean balance, it seems destined to ride out the years. Best after 2009 and beyond.",St. Jean Estate Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2002 St. Jean Estate Vineyard Malbec (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-st-estate-vineyard-malbec-sonoma-valley/,Malbec,2002,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"The winery's first vineyard-designated Cab will be released officially in February 2006. Stylish, lighter and more elegant than the 2002 Cab, this weaves leaf and herbal accents throughout. 185 cases made.",Bacchus Vineyard,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2003 Bacchus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2003-bacchus-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Barrister
,Red,US,"Cedar and tobacco on the nose, alongside some lovely floral notes. The most complex of Trinchero's Reserve offerings, this wine combines mint, flowers, cedar and cherries with a higher level of tannin than found in the winery's Cabernets.",Mario's Reserve,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2003 Mario's Reserve Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2003-marios-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2003,Trinchero
,Rose,US,"The most structured of Trinchero's single-vineyard Cabernets, with supple tannins to counter the lush chocolate, cassis and tobacco flavors. Longest on the finish as well.",Main Street Vineyard,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2002 Main Street Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2002-main-street-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Trinchero
,Red,US,"Somehow through the magic of winemaker Peter Rosback this wine doesn't taste like a barrel sample. It's smooth, round, supple and packed with ripe fruits. Blend's blend is 42 percent syrah, 40 percent cabernet sauvignon, and 18 percent merlot; a combination that is becoming increasingly popular among Columbia valley winemakers. Ripe, primary fruit flavors show lots of raspberry and cherry, lightly coated with chocolate, cinnamon and mocha.",Red Wine,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2004 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2004-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Sineann
,White,US,"This sure is an oaky Chard, but it's big enough to handle it. The fruit is extraordinarily ripe and forward, bursting with mango, pear and sautéed banana flavors. What the wine lacks in subtlety it makes up for in sheer, unadulterated power.",Vineburg Vineyard,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Silverado 2004 Vineburg Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2004-vineburg-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Silverado
16,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Quite yellow, with toffee, peanuts and light fruit aromas. Big and round in the mouth, with dried apple, almond and white pepper flavors. Full and long late, with tons of texture and a strong mushroom accent. Powerful, so you'd better be a fino fan if you're going to tackle this one.",Fino Marismeno Reservas,15,90,Andalucia,Jerez,,Sanchez Romate NV Fino Marismeno Reservas Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanchez-romate-nv-fino-marismeno-reservas-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Sanchez Romate
,Red,US,"I've criticized Napa Cab Franc as too one-dimensional to bottle on its own, but this wine is so fruity, so charming that it borders on the exception to the rule. It's a soft, complex beauty, silky and delicate, brimming with cherry and oak flavors and a lovely, elegant finish.",Little Creek,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Soter 2002 Little Creek Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soter-2002-little-creek-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Soter
,White,US,"A huge, complex wine that flatters the palate with enormously rich, layered flavors of lemondrop, vanilla custard and butterscotch flavors. Fortunately, there's crisp Central Coast acidity.",Grand Reserve,20,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey-Santa Barbara,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey-Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-grand-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,2004,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,Italy,"Greets the nose in a nice, easy manner with cherry, currants, forest floor, rose petal, milk chocolate and an attractive touch of musty earthiness. Silky tannins glide easily across the palate.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Pescaia 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pescaia-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,La Pescaia
,Red,Italy,"A smoky, meaty core is rounded off at the edges by black cherry, maple syrup and a green-herbal note. Sour berry, cassis, peppercorn and wet pebble minerality ride over a long finish. Imported by Opici Import Company.",Campogiovanni,70,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Felice 2001 Campogiovanni  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-felice-2001-campogiovanni-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,San Felice
,White,US,"This offbeat blend of Clarksburg-grown Chenin Blanc, Stolpman Vineyard Roussanne from Santa Ynez Valley, and Central Coast Viognier is remarkable. As you might expect, it's floral and fruity, but dry, with very high acidity and a modest 13.5% alcohol. It's a clean, food-friendly wine with a great degree of complexity.",White Elephant,15,90,California,California Other,California,Vinum Cellars 2004 White Elephant White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2004-white-elephant-other/,White Blend,2004,Vinum Cellars
13.5,Red,Italy,"A zippy, snappy wine with forest berry and menthol freshness, bitter tea tannins, ripe blueberry flavors and background aromas such as resin and wet slate. A big Brunello nose with a medium-length finish. Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mastrojanni 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastrojanni-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Mastrojanni
,Red,US,"Dramatically structured and flavored, this is a tough, young mountain wine that deserves to be cellared. It's perfectly dry, with distinct flavors of blackberries, green olives, cocoa and new oak, but those tannins assault with youthful astringency. Give this wine four or five years to soften.",,35,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Terra Valentine
,Red,Italy,"There's a unique exotic quality to this wine that translates into red cherry, spice, dark peach, incense and sandalwood. Medium-bodied but extremely flavorful and tangy in the mouth, with integrated tartness and supple tannins. Imported by Tosco Wines.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Crocedimezzo 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-crocedimezzo-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta Crocedimezzo
14,Red,France,"Firm and tannic, with a slightly worrisome astringency. If this comes into balance, this rating may look a couple points stingy in time. Shows an underbrush, briary side to its black cherry and plum flavors, then picks up coffee and spice notes on the finish. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Les Suchots Premier Cru,100,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Lucien Le Moine 2003 Les Suchots Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-le-moine-2003-suchots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lucien Le Moine
,Red,Italy,"A well-received Brunello with characteristic notes of earth, blackberry, cherry, dried spice, cola and cedar wood. We appreciated the balance, length and dusty tannic finish. Try with stewed game meat. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Chiuse 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chiuse-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Le Chiuse
,White,US,"Very classy, and classic, WA Riesling, with just enough residual sugar to offset the zippy acids. Bright, fresh, crisp and clean, with a wash of honeyed sweetness underlying the ripe peaches and apple-flavored juice. Just a delightful bottle of Riesling.",Johannisberg,7,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek 2004 Johannisberg Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2004-johannisberg-riesling-other/,Riesling,2004,Latah Creek
13.5,Red,Italy,"Candied cherry, toasted vanilla and Dr. Pepper-like intensity is layered over a strongly rooted, firmly structured wine. Still young.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lambardi 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambardi-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Lambardi
,Red,US,"Opens with a blast of white pepper, blackberries and cigar box, and quickly turns rich, dense and fruity in the mouth. Backed up by substantial but fine tannins, this Syrah is dry, with blackberry, plum, coffee and spice flavors. It's as good as Syrahs costing two and even three times as much.",Jack Ranch Clone 877,18,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,York Mountain Winery 2003 Jack Ranch Clone 877 Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2003-jack-ranch-clone-877-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,York Mountain Winery
,Red,US,"This is an excellent Syrah, and it's right up there with the winery's Clone 877 bottling. It's nearly identical, with rich, sweet tannins, crisp acids and complex, intricate flavors of blackberries, plums, coffee, white pepper, sweet leather and smoky oak. The finish is dry and satisfying.",Jack Ranch Clone 174,18,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,York Mountain Winery 2003 Jack Ranch Clone 174 Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2003-jack-ranch-clone-174-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,York Mountain Winery
15.5,Red,Australia,"The '02 Exile had plenty of oak, and this '03 has its share as well (coffee, toast, spice, mocha—the works). This edition, though, has very juicy plum and raspberry fruit to back it up, along with smooth, suave tannins and a tangy cranberry finish. Hedonistic? Yes. An ager? Maybe not.  Drink up. Imported by The Colonial Wine Company Pty Ltd.",EXILE,200,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,JCP Maltus 2003 EXILE Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcp-maltus-2003-exile-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,JCP Maltus
,White,US,"This 70-30 Roussanne/Viognier blend is rich and yeasty, a great food wine. Creamy and fresh, it shows light citrus, grapefruit and a tiny hint of honeyed sweetness. Think Thai, Creole, curry or seafood with this gem. 530 cases produced.",Snapdragon,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 2004 Snapdragon White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2004-snapdragon-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2004,Isenhower Cellars
13.5,Red,Italy,"A wine with stinging freshness delivered in the form of menthol, fresh green herbs and cracked peppercorn, with solid, underlying fruit and vanilla. Creamy and consistent in the mouth with lipsmacking acids and modest tannins. Imported by Laird & Company.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fontevecchia 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontevecchia-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Fontevecchia
,Red,US,"This inky wine barely meets the labeling requirements for Syrah (the balance is Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot), but still boasts plenty of that grape's varietal character in its slightly peppery scents, meaty flavors and blackberry and mulberry fruit. Soft tannins cushion the mouthfeel, but this wine is surprisingly crisp and focused on the finish.",Limited Release,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2002 Limited Release Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2002-limited-release-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2002,Charles Krug
,Red,Italy,"This wine's intense nose boasts coffee, nutmeg, Indian curry, leather and apple-cranberry. The mouthfeel is leaner with tangy spice, caramel, cocoa and a lively, perky quality to the finish. Imported by Siena Imports.",,51,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Canalicchio
13.5,Rose,Australia,"A rosé of free-run Grenache, medium-full on the palate, with smoky, pine-needle aromas. Its flavors are of flowers and fresh berries, with a fresh herbal note persisting through the finish. 400 cases produced. Imported by USA Wine West.",Dry Rosé,14,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Fire Block 2005 Dry Rosé Grenache (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fire-block-2005-dry-rose-grenache-clare-valley/,Grenache,2005,Fire Block
,Red,Italy,"Almond paste, cinnamon, bright cherry, crisp pomegranate, vanilla and cedar waft off a very fruit-driven Brunello. There's a tart, almost sour, quality here; and one of our panel members was put off by a medicinal edge. Imported by Old Bridge Cellars.",,75,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta di Sesta 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sesta-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Tenuta di Sesta
,Red,US,"Light and herbal, with suggestions of black cherry and a hint of gunmetal or iron ore. It falls away quickly into rather pale fruit flavors.",,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Ash Hollow 2003 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ash-hollow-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2003,Ash Hollow
13,White,France,"Pineapple, mineral and smoke notes mingle on the nose of this medium-bodied wine. On the palate, there's more pineapple, additional citrus and some flinty notes. A bit simple, but well made and tasty. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,38,86,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2003  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
13,Red,Argentina,"Ripe and solid, with big, bold aromas and flavors. It's full of cherry and raspberry, and the feel and balance seem right. Medium in length and strength, with a hint of toast on the finish. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",,6,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Funky Llama
,Red,US,"It's hard to know what to make of this wine. With 17.4% alcohol, it's more of a Port, except that it's dry. It's clean, with firm tannins framing deep coffee, blackberry and leather flavors, and actually possesses some charm and elegance despite the size.",Select Reserve,30,85,California,South Coast,Temecula,Stuart Cellars 2003 Select Reserve Zinfandel (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2003-select-reserve-zinfandel-south-coast-temecula/,Zinfandel,2003,Stuart Cellars
,White,US,"This wine offers powerful fruit, strong acids, strong oak and a creamy texture. It's dry, but almost desserty in the peach and pineapple custard, vanilla-drizzled flavors.",Equinox,16,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Midnight 2004 Equinox Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2004-equinox-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Midnight
,White,US,"Superripe and oaky, with tropical fruit, vanilla and buttered toast flavors, this wine leaves little to the imagination. It's sweet on the finish, but fortunately has good acids.",Reserve,8,84,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2004-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Turning Leaf
,White,US,"This is a simple, fruity wine, tart in acidity and very dry. It's not as opulent as some Vogniers, instead showing lime and citrus flavors with a slight peachiness.",,13,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Biondi 2004 Viognier (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-2004-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Viognier,2004,Biondi
,White,US,"This is a modest Chard, yet it's clean and vibrant, with proper varietal character in the peach and apple flavors, with a dollop of oak and cream.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-chardonnay-california-52910/,Chardonnay,,Barefoot Cellars
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Flat and raisiny, with a hint of orange peel on the nose. More saturated in the mouth, but bland in terms of primary flavors and jagged in terms of feel. Finishing flavors of prune, licorice and coffee are thick and less than convincing.",Primacia,7,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas del Conde 2004 Primacia Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-conde-2004-primacia-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2004,Cavas del Conde
,Red,US,"The aroma on this wine is fresh enough, with good varietal character, but in the mouth it turns soft and rustic, and there's a vegetal taste in the finish despite decent berry flavors.",,14,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Biondi 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Biondi
10.5,White,Australia,"The nose is pretty fragrant—floral, honey, sour apple and pear notes—but the sour apple and pear flavors on the palate are dilute. Wants more intensity.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2004 Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2004-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2004,Jacob's Creek
12.5,Rose,Argentina,"Bright and fruity, but low in acid and a touch funky, especially as it warms and opens. While chilled it'll show good raspberry and cherry aromas and flavors, but warming reveals cough syrup and some horsehide. Made from Malbec and Merlot.",Altosur Rose,10,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2004 Altosur Rose Merlot-Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2004-altosur-rose-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-malbec-tupungato/,Merlot-Malbec,2004,Finca Sophenia
14,White,Argentina,"Light apple and honey aromas precede apple cider and spice flavors. Basic white wine with some juiciness. Very little depth or style, however.",Carrascal,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2005 Carrascal White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2005-carrascal-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2005,Weinert
12,Rose,Australia,"Soft and sort of formless in terms of structure, this is a strawberry-centered rosé, with a creamy, sweet edge. Inexpensive, and just the thing for White Zin fans who want to try something new.",Stamp of Australia,6,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2005 Stamp of Australia Shiraz-Grenache (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2005-stamp-australia-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Grenache,2005,Hardys
,Sparkling,US,"This is a rough, rustic sparkler, with a jagged mouthfeel that frames dry flavors of bubble gum.",Stelline di Cortese,16,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2004 Stelline di Cortese Cortese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2004-stelline-cortese-italian-white-cortese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cortese,2004,Mosby
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Heavily oaked and minty on the nose, but the problems really arise on the palate, where outsized acidity and not enough richness amount to too much tang and tartness. For a good-vintage Malbec, there's not nearly enough body and flavor here.",Reserve,40,82,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Joffré e Hijas 2003 Reserve Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joffre-e-hijas-2003-reserve-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2003,Joffré e Hijas
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Stewy and condensed, with beet, rhubarb and baked beans on the nose. Jumbled and hard to define in the mouth, with a soft finish that introduces a touch of green bean.",Finca El Portillo,9,82,Mendoza Province,Alto Valle de Uco,,Salentein 2004 Finca El Portillo Syrah (Alto Valle de Uco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2004-finca-el-portillo-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alto-valle-uco/,Syrah,2004,Salentein
13.5,White,Israel,"This ambitious attempt falls just short of the mark. The expensive French oak is obvious in the wine's toasty, nutty aromas of dried spices, but where's the fruit? Modest apple flavors fail to round out the midpalate, leaving this wine with a hole in the middle. Woody notes surge on the finish. Not mevushal. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Blanc du Castel Kosher,40,82,Judean Hills,,,Domaine du Castel 2003 Blanc du Castel Kosher Chardonnay (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-castel-2003-blanc-kosher-chardonnay-judean-hills/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine du Castel
,Red,US,"This is a good price, but be forewarned, this is a very rustic wine. It's dry, sharp in acids and jammy in blackberry flavors, with the unfinished feeling of a wine still in the fermenter.",,5,82,California,California Other,California,Crane Lake 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-lake-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Crane Lake
13.5,Red,Spain,"It's never fun to come down heavily on a high-priced wine, but the Clavis is just too weedy and disjointed to rate any higher. It's wild, uncontrolled and not that well balanced given the price tag. The mouthfeel is hard as a rock and it lacks harmony. Case closed!",Clavis,105,82,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2002 Clavis Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2002-clavis-tempranillo-blend-mancha/,Tempranillo Blend,2002,Finca Antigua
,Red,US,"Too ripe and raisiny for my tastes, this wine nonetheless is very dry, with smooth tannins. But the raisiny, stewed fruit flavors persists all the way through.",Redwood Retreat Vineyards,40,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Fernwood 2002 Redwood Retreat Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernwood-2002-redwood-retreat-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Fernwood
,White,US,"Already showing signs of oxidation, this dry, dusty chardonnay tastes mostly of oak.",,10,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Powers
,Red,US,"Ripe enough in blackberries and cherries, but there's a raw, sharp, green, stalky note that tastes like stems. Not likely to soften, so drink up.",Slow Lane Cab,27,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vinum Cellars 2003 Slow Lane Cab Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2003-slow-lane-cab-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vinum Cellars
,White,US,"Earthy, simple and slightly sweet, with candied apricot and herb flavors. Finishes soft and sugary.",,13,82,California,North Coast,North Coast,Biondi 2004 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-2004-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Biondi
13.5,Red,Israel,"Toasty and very cedary, with cherry and vanilla showing through a solid wood veneer. In the mouth, it's a bit thin despite some chewy tannins, and it turns drying and lemony on the finish. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserve Kosher,25,83,Galilee,,,Recanati 2002 Reserve Kosher Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2002-reserve-kosher-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2002,Recanati
,Red,US,"Tannic and a little overripe, with raisin and cherry flavors and and some Porty sweetness in the finish, this style of Zin will have its fans. It's definitely a hot climate wine.",Estate,22,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2002 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2002-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2002,San Marcos Creek
13,Red,Argentina,"A wine that seems to be striving for more than it can deliver. The nose is jammy and big, with maple, toast and other sweet wood-driven notes. Candied and ripe throughout, with marshmallow and vanilla on the finish. Clumsy in the final analysis.",,10,83,Other,Aminga Valley,,San Huberto 2005 Malbec (Aminga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2005-malbec-aminga-valley/,Malbec,2005,San Huberto
13.5,White,Argentina,"Light and easy, with honey aromas. White peach and underripe cantaloupe work the flavor profile, followed by almond notes and some creaminess on the finish. Pleasant enough.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tango Sur 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tango-sur-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Tango Sur
13,Red,Israel,"Tastes a bit grapy and almost sweet, with jammy flavors accented by hints of vanilla. A chunky, straightforward wine best suited for uncritical quaffing. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Kosher,15,83,Judean Hills,,,Noah 2002 Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noah-2002-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Noah
,Red,US,"You'll find some unripe, green and briary notes in this everyday Cab, besides the more varietal flavors of blackberries and cherries. It's dry and soft, with rich tannins.",,12,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Napa Ridge
,Red,US,"This is a black, dry, tannicly astringent wine that doesn't seem to merit its own bottling. It might soften and sweeten in ten or fifteen years, but why bother. Still, it's clean and balanced.",Artist Collection,38,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 2003 Artist Collection Petit Verdot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2003-artist-collection-petit-verdot-sonoma-valley/,Petit Verdot,2003,Imagery
,Red,US,"Opens with a vegetal smell, like canned asparagus, and although it tastes fruitier and has a polished texture, it's still a difficult wine to like, especially at this price.",Estate,32,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2004 Estate Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2004-estate-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Hagafen
,Red,US,"Dark, soft and a bit syrupy, this is an indistinct wine, with cherry, coffee and oak flavors. It's very harsh and astringent in tannins.",,38,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Grgich Hills
13.3,White,Argentina,"Granular aromas of crushed vitamin, iodine and citrus aren't terribly impressive, and there's some aggressive flavors on the palate. Registers a bit spiky, with tropical fruit and reduced but bold melon notes.",,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2005 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2005-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2005,Zolo
,White,US,"My gripe with this wine is that it tastes overly sweet. Too bad, because it has polished fig, melon and citrus flavors and nice acidity. If it were drier, it would be great. But plenty of people with a sweet tooth will enjoy it.",,11,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Biondi 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Biondi
,Red,US,"Enormously high in alcohol, nearly 16 percent, with a hot, Porty mouthfeel and raisiny tastes, this is certainly an eccentric Zin. Not my style, but some will like it.",,18,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McNab Ridge 2003 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcnab-ridge-2003-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2003,McNab Ridge
12.5,White,Australia,"Offers up light mineral-talc aromas, with a similar feel on the palate. Peach-skin flavors don't really sing. Fine for casual gatherings.",,5,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2004 Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2004-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2004,Banrock Station
13,White,Australia,"Not all that concentrated on the palate, with just modest pear and melon flavors. Soft—a little flabby, even—in feel.",,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2005 Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2005-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2005,Alice White
13.5,Red,Israel,"Light and dry, with modest cassis fruit and some pleasant tobacco and cigarbox aromas and flavors. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Private Collection Kosher,19,83,Galilee,,,Carmel 2003 Private Collection Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2003-private-collection-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Carmel
13.5,Red,Spain,"Oaky and charred, with maple and mocha on the nose. And from there it slips. The palate is spiky and acidic, and the finish is sharp and saucy. For whatever reason this Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon blend weighs in on the cusp of sour. Pricey for what you get.",Finca Monasterio,44,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2002 Finca Monasterio  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2002-finca-monasterio-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-rioja/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Baron De Ley
13,Rose,Argentina,"Leafy and herbal, with a bit of a cooked quality on the nose. Quite tangy, with citrus, green melon and red currant flavors. Lasting due to outsized acidity.",Rosé,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2005 Rosé Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2005-rose-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Chakana
14,Red,Argentina,"Leather and spice on the nose complement basic berry aromas. The palate is fairly acidic and zingy, with red fruit and a touch of oak. Finishes bright and jumpy; little to nothing in the way of nuance.",G,18,83,Other,Pedernal Valley,,Graffigna 2003 G Shiraz (Pedernal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2003-g-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pedernal-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Graffigna
13.5,Red,Australia,"An odd wine that can't decide whether it wants to be sweet (cotton candy aromas, lifted cassis flavors) or more rustic (mushroom aromas, earth flavors). Has some textured tannins but wants a little more heft midpalate.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Moon Dog Acre 2004 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moon-dog-acre-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Moon Dog Acre
,Red,US,"Despite the smooth tannins, delicious blackberry and cherry fruit and good acidity, this wine finishes just a little too sweet for comfort, although some wine aficienadoes will enjoy that burst of sugar.",,12,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Napa Ridge
,Red,US,"There's some nice plummy, berry fruit and rich tannins in this wine, but it suffers from Porty, brown sugar aromas and a sweetness to the finish that's inappropriate in a dry table wine.",,29,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ty Caton 2003 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2003-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2003,Ty Caton
13,Rose,Australia,"This rosé offers sweet berry aromas and tangy, sour cherry and herb flavors. Disjointed, and wants concentration.",Enchanteur,20,83,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,The Colonial Estate 2005 Enchanteur Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colonial-estate-2005-enchanteur-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2005,The Colonial Estate
13.5,Red,Spain,"Not a stellar effort from this winery. The nose is more pickled than ideal and no matter how much air you give it there's a strong hint of wet animal. The palate is simple, bold and grapey, while the finish is muddled and tannic. Previous wines, albeit reserve-level bottlings, have been better.",Cosecha,17,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 2004 Cosecha  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-2004-cosecha-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Valdubón
13,Red,France,"This medium-bodied wine boasts aromas of leather and sour cherries, then adds grape and dried-fruit flavors. Finishes short. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Kosher Syrah Shiraz,14,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Aude,,Abarbanel 2003 Kosher Syrah Shiraz Syrah (Vin de Pays de L'Aude),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-2003-kosher-syrah-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-laude/,Syrah,2003,Abarbanel
13,Red,Israel,"To my palate, the luxury cuvées from this winery aren't quite as successful as some of the other wines, bearing a prematurely aged character of slight oxidation and dried fruit. This one folds in earth and leather flavors before thinning out a bit on the finish. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Makhpelah Judean Vineyards Kosher,54,83,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2001 Makhpelah Judean Vineyards Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2001-makhpelah-judean-kosher-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Hevron Heights Winery
13.2,White,Uruguay,"Citrusy all the way through, with light pear and peach aromas that struggle to hold form. Grapefruit and orange flavors are reasonable; shallow on the finish.",Catamayor,10,83,San Jose,,,Castillo Viejo 2004 Catamayor Sauvignon Blanc (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-viejo-2004-catamayor-sauvignon-blanc-san-jose/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Castillo Viejo
,Red,US,"Rustic and a little sweet on the finish, this Syrah has edgy tannins and powerfully fruity plum, coffee and blackberry flavors. It needs rich meats and cheeses to break it up and soften it.",,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2003 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2003,Scott Harvey
13,Red,Australia,"Though the red fruit smells a little overripe on the nose, the palate offers the opposite impression—one of tart, crisp fruit. Disjointed; flavors may go over easier with food. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,22,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Punt Road 2003 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punt-road-2003-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Punt Road
,White,US,"You'll find plenty of ripe, forward Chardonnay fruit in this dry, affordable wine. It's packed with pineapple, mango, peach, pear and oakspice flavors, in a creamy-smooth package.",Coastal,8,84,California,California Other,California,St. George 2004 Coastal Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-george-2004-coastal-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,St. George
,White,US,"Rich in lime and grapefruit flavors with notes of tropical fruits, melons and figs, this refreshing white wine has the generous acids needed for balance. It's a little sweet on the ffinish, but not too much.",Heritage Collection,12,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2004 Heritage Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2004-heritage-collection-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-lodi/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Peirano
13.5,Red,Argentina,Light  berry aromas with a hint of green is the opening act. Next you taste basic plum fruit with a touch of grassiness mixed in. Finishes light and disappears in a flash. Has its moments but also its weaknesses.,Roble,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Atilio Avena 2002 Roble Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atilio-avena-2002-roble-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Atilio Avena
,Dessert,US,"This organically grown wine is certainly sweet, although not supersweet, and fruity, with apricot and vanilla flavors. What it's missing is acidity. It's soft and delicious, but needs that racy clean quality to lift it up.",Bartolucci Vineyard,16,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Bonterra 2004 Bartolucci Vineyard Muscat (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2004-bartolucci-vineyard-muscat-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Muscat,2004,Bonterra
13.7,Red,Australia,"Starts off thick and molassesy on the nose, a weedy note revealing itself with air. Plum flavors are on the sour side, couched in woody tannins. Imported by Marquee Selections.",Signature,20,84,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Marquee 2003 Signature Merlot (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2003-signature-merlot-rutherglen/,Merlot,2003,Marquee
12.4,Rose,Australia,"A fun, affordable pink wine. Dry cherry and toast aromas stat things off; it's soft-bodied and tropical-flavored on the palate, with floral accents. Finishes dry. 18,000 cases produced.",White,5,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2004 White Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2004-white-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Banrock Station
14,Red,South Africa,"This young wine is reminiscent of Beaujolais, with fresh aromas of crushed grapes and berries. Light bodied, it's vibrant, fruity, and fun with bright fruit on the palate. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Kosher,14,84,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2004 Kosher Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2004-kosher-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,2004,Backsberg
13.5,Rose,Argentina,"Rubber and funk on the nose give way to cleaner cherry. Flavors of strawberry and raspberry are a bit dilute but not watery. Light and smooth enough late, with a bit of bubble gum but no flab.",Rosé,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tango Sur 2004 Rosé Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tango-sur-2004-rose-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Tango Sur
13.5,White,Argentina,"Gold in color, with a waxy nose full of apricot and/or orange marmalade. Due to some acidic push in the middle, the wine has good feel. Flavorwise, however, it's a bit lacking: there's overt apricot but not much else. Finishes with butterscotch and vanilla. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Oak Cask,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Oak Cask Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-oak-cask-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Trapiche
13.9,White,Argentina,"The yellow color and can't-miss nose work in tandem to announce that this wine was barrel aged, which isn't necessarily the way we like this grape to be processed. But since that's the way it is, get ready for toast, vanilla and resin along with apple and lemon notes. At least it's properly acidic and shows good balance and feel. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Don David,15,84,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2004 Don David Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2004-don-david-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2004,Michel Torino
13.5,White,Australia,"Smoky, nutty aromas lead to textbook, commercial peach-and-oak flavors that finish a little short. Good; tastes like a basic, by-the-glass pour at your local boîte.",,,84,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2003 Chardonnay (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2003-chardonnay-nagambie-lakes/,Chardonnay,2003,Tahbilk
13.5,White,Australia,"Vanilla and light butterscotch aromas on the nose preface yellow stone fruit flavors. Pretty straightforward, but good. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,18,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Punt Road 2004 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punt-road-2004-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Punt Road
14,Red,Israel,"A bit confected, but nice nonetheless, with berry and vanilla notes mingling with soft tannins. Shows a bit of a metallic edge on the finish. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Kosher,15,84,Galilee,,,Recanati 2004 Kosher Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2004-kosher-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2004,Recanati
12.5,Red,Spain,"Tea and strawberry on the nose, with smoky, leathery accents to the lightweight yet somewhat grabby palate. Not too much fruit is left here, but what survives is clean and fresh, if a touch bland. Blends 20% Garnacha with Tempranillo. Imported by Beacon Wine Company.",Crianza,18,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Soledad 2001 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-soledad-2001-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Viña Soledad
13,Red,Israel,"Has some almost slightly oxidized character to it, with hints of almonds on the nose alongside superripe, chocolaty fruit. Picks up pruny notes on the palate, then dried cherries and some drying tannins on the finish. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Special Reserve Lasportas Brother's Selection Kosher,69,84,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2001 Special Reserve Lasportas Brother's Selection Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2001-special-reserve-lasportas-brothers-selection-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2001,Hevron Heights Winery
11,Red,Spain,"A bit brown in color, with dry, baked aromas of balsamic vinegar and raspberry. The palate is kind of tart and tangy, while the finish is tight and acid-based. Not a lot of density or sweetness but still pretty good in a Old World sort of way.",Reserva,8,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Monte Don Lucio 2000 Reserva Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-don-lucio-2000-reserva-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-mancha/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Monte Don Lucio
13.8,White,Australia,"Aromas run the gamut from light peach and flowers to corn, and the palate offers more of the same. A light, soft, enjoyable wine. Finishes with cream and vanilla. 370 cases imported. Imported by Marquee Selections.",Signature,15,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Marquee 2004 Signature Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2004-signature-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Marquee
14,White,Australia,"Very fragrant with tropical, peachy fruit. Ditto for the palate, where peaches and mangoes reign, couched in a soft, buttery feel. Over-the-top and soft. Imported by Great Wines International.",,23,84,South Australia,Barossa,,Bethany 2003 Chardonnay (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethany-2003-chardonnay-barossa/,Chardonnay,2003,Bethany
12.6,Rose,Argentina,"Light in color, with fresh yet slightly perfumed aromas. Sweet yet kind of bland, with a candied finish. Very sugary, with a lot of residual sweetness. A lot like White Zin.",Rosé,10,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2005 Rosé Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2005-rose-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Domaine Jean Bousquet
13.5,Red,Israel,"Smells a bit like baked berries in pastry crust, then adds a note of carob on the palate. Medium-bodied, with zesty finishing touches of tea and orangey citrus. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Reserve Kosher,20,84,Judea,,,Barkan 2002 Reserve Kosher Pinotage (Judea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2002-reserve-kosher-pinotage-judea/,Pinotage,2002,Barkan
13.5,White,Australia,"This Chardonnay is fragrant and flavorful, full of easy, bright pineapple and peach flavors. Round and full in the mouth, with a little sweetness. 80,000 cases produced. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",,5,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2005 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2005-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2005,Banrock Station
,Red,US,"Tastes so young and jammy, it's like it just came out of the tank. Huge in black and red cherry, pomegranate and cocoa flavors, the wine is completely dry, with a slight finish of raisins. It's a big, rustic, hearty wine meant to accompany similar fare.",Pets,14,84,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Vinum Cellars 2004 Pets Petite Sirah (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2004-pets-petite-sirah-central-valley-clarksburg/,Petite Sirah,2004,Vinum Cellars
,White,US,"This Cab is just a little too superripe, with raisin and cooked grape flavors, although there are lots of superb blackberry and cassis notes also. They must have let some shrivelled grapes get through the sorting process, and the wine has suffered.",Vineyard Collection Ash Creek Vineyard,40,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 2002 Vineyard Collection Ash Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2002-vineyard-collection-ash-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Imagery
,Red,US,"Jammy, rough and tannic in the way of a country wine, but there's no doubting the powerfully ripe black cherry and blackberry fruit that stars here. It's a simple, everyday sipper that's priced fairly.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Five Rivers 2003 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2003-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2003,Five Rivers
12,White,Australia,"This is a sweeter, softer, more approachable take on Riesling. Shows citrus and peach flavors, with a zip of acidity on the back end, and chalky aromas. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Stamp of Australia,6,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2005 Stamp of Australia Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2005-stamp-australia-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2005,Hardys
13.5,White,Australia,"Offers light aromas of banana and other tropical fruits, and segues into sour green apple and citrus flavors on the palate. Round in the mouth; a good, straightforward Chard. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Oomoo Unwooded,15,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hardys 2005 Oomoo Unwooded Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2005-oomoo-unwooded-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2005,Hardys
,White,Australia,"I really like most all of Andrew Mitchell's wines, but this one, while good, came up short for me. It has closed peach, pineapple and apple flavors, and a slightly mealy texture. Aromas are meaty and appley, too. Imported by Click Wine Group.",,16,84,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Mitchell 2004 Semillon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchell-2004-semillon-semillon-clare-valley/,Sémillon,2004,Mitchell
,Red,US,"This is a generic but agreeable Cab. It�s a little too soft and flaccid, with collapsed tannins, but the cherry and cassis flavors are ripe and attractive. Drink now.",,48,84,California,Napa,St. Helena,Parry Cellars 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parry-cellars-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Parry Cellars
14.5,Red,Australia,Offers straightforward red fruit flavors dressed up in a fair amount of vanilla and toast. Good and mainstream.  Imported by The Hess Collection.,,18,84,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2003 G-S-M (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2003-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa/,G-S-M,2003,Peter Lehmann
,Red,Israel,"Light and crisp, with herbal and red berry aromas laced with hints of carob and rhubarb. Turns drying and peppery on the finish. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Kosher,15,84,Galilee,,,Recanati 2004 Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2004-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Recanati
14.8,Red,Australia,"A 50-50 Shiraz-Grenache blend that has pretty black pepper and menthol accents on the nose. The palate offers up mixed berry and vanilla flavors, but lacks depth and stuffing.",,23,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,RainMakers 2003 Shiraz-Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainmakers-2003-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz-Grenache,2003,RainMakers
13.5,White,Australia,"Offers vanilla bean, pear and herb aromas. On the palate, the wine is soft and a little sweet, with tropical fruit flavors dominating. Kosher. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Reserve Kosher,20,84,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2004 Reserve Kosher Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2004-reserve-kosher-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2004,Beckett's Flat
11,White,Australia,"Mouthfilling, with modest flavors of sour apple and pear. Citrus and white pepper aromas start things off. A good, introductory Riesling. Imported by Winery Exchange.",Queen Roma,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Sideshow 2004 Queen Roma Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sideshow-2004-queen-roma-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2004,Sideshow
11.7,White,Australia,"The nose is odd but compelling in its own way (pear, peach, toasted marshmallow). The wine's texture is nice enough, too, but its tropical fruit flavors just need a little more oomph. Shows promise. Imported by Marquee Selections.",Signature,15,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Marquee 2004 Signature Semillon-Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2004-signature-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2004,Marquee
12.5,White,Australia,"Floral and talc aromas return on the palate, which tastes of honeysuckle and some melon. Not much spine here, but it's a decent, value-priced quaff. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2005 Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2005-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2005,Jacob's Creek
,Red,Italy,"The wine is burdened by a tired, heavy quality and most probably suffers from mild oxidation. Our second bottle was fresher at the beginning, but any fruit tones start to fade fast in the glass. Initial pie crust, almond and baked cherry are nice while they last. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Riserva,70,84,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Chiuse 2000 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chiuse-2000-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Le Chiuse
,Red,US,"Right out front, what bothers me about this wine is the taste of excessive heat and overripeness. The challenge for vintners when there are harvest heat waves, as there were in 2003, is to minimize the raisins and porty flavors. This wine partially but not wholly succeeded.",Reserve,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Sawkar 2003 Reserve Syrah (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawkar-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-mountain/,Syrah,2003,Sawkar
,White,Israel,"Starts off with nutty, buttery notes accented by cinnamon and clove, but has just enough stuffing to carry the oak. Apple and citrus flavors help round out the plump midpalate, but this wine is ultimately dominated by oak. Finishes on a lemony note. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Kosher,14,84,Galilee,,,Recanati 2004 Kosher Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2004-kosher-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2004,Recanati
13.5,Red,Spain,"Light and a bit cheesy, with leafy raspberry aromas. The mouth runs a little hard, with firm but not caustic raspberry and strawberry flavors. More crisp and lean than chubby, with plenty of decent qualities but nothing outstanding. Imported by Bon Vivant Imports.",,45,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Pagos de Valde Orca 2000  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-valde-orca-2000-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Pagos de Valde Orca
13,Red,Spain,"Brandied and beet-driven on the nose, with density but not much clarity or poise. It's a touch rowdy in the mouth, where the acidity creates tang and the fruit is only so-so in quality. Persistent and forward more than anything.",Tinto Joven,10,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago del Vostal 2004 Tinto Joven  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-vostal-2004-tinto-joven-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2004,Pago del Vostal
13.8,White,Argentina,"Melon and other light floral aromas set up nectarine, tangerine and grapefruit flavors. Quite a lot of free-flowing citrus with a juicy, lively mouthfeel. Rugged but ripe. Imported by Epic Wines.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2005-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Zolo
13,White,Australia,"Apple, nut and pear aromas. All its flavor pieces are in place (yellow stone fruit, some vanilla); a good, basic commercial wine. Imported by Partner's Wine Marketing Group.",,13,84,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2004 Chardonnay (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2004-chardonnay-frankland-river/,Chardonnay,2004,Ferngrove
,White,US,"Clean and refreshing, this simple Chard has tropical fruit flavors and a creamy texture. The acidity is nice and brisk, while the finish is quick.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Fusée 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusee-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Fusée
,White,Australia,"This quaffer is soft in the mouth with peach fuzz and pear flavors, and a smoky, marinated-meat aroma. Pleasant but straightforward and a little light in terms of intensity. Imported by Great Wines International.",,24,84,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Frog Rock 2003 Chardonnay (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frog-rock-2003-chardonnay-mudgee/,Chardonnay,2003,Frog Rock
,Red,US,"Rough and ready Zin, with chocolate, cherry and blueberry flavors that are extracted and jammy. The wine is soft and dry, and so super-rich in ripe fruit it's almost sweet.",,17,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Auriga 2004 Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/auriga-2004-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2004,Auriga
,Red,US,"This is a blend of the three clones that the winery has bottled separately. Strangely, it seems sweeter in sugar than any one of them, a defect given the beautiful dryness of the clones. It's hard to account for this, as the wine, in theory, should be superior to any one of them. Instead, it's not.",Jack Ranch,22,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,York Mountain Winery 2003 Jack Ranch Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2003-jack-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,York Mountain Winery
,White,US,"Pleasant in ripe peach, citrus, vanilla and spice flavors, this dry, fruity wine is furnished with excellent acidity that makes it clean and bright. It's an easy charmer at a fair price. Great with roasted chicken.",,12,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McNab Ridge 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcnab-ridge-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,McNab Ridge
,Red,US,"Ripe and juicy, with upfront blackberry, cherry, cocoa and cassis flavors that finish thoroughly dry, with a trace of raisins. This nice Cab has some gritty tannins to cut through meats and cheeses.",,45,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waugh Cellars 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waugh-cellars-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Waugh Cellars
,White,US,"Smells of green pea and grapefruit jump from the glass, slowly yielding to flavors of peach, pear and a bit of grassiness. This is a plump, readily quaffable Sauvignon, not too extreme to provide mass appeal.",Family Selection,12,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Trinchero 2005 Family Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2005-family-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Trinchero
13,Red,Spain,"Jumpy and young, with a touch of pickle on the nose. In the mouth, it's all about high-toned red fruit, particularly cherry and raspberry. Very bright and a bit acidic, but with that comes a certain freshness that keeps the wine alert. Should get better with some bottle age. Imported by Hand Picked Selections.",A,10,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Torres de Anguix 2004 A  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-anguix-2004-a-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2004,Torres de Anguix
14,Red,Argentina,"Adequately spicy, with some meatiness to the nose. In the mouth, there's tangy cherry, modest tannin and some minor chocolate notes. Starts out tight and rubbery before opening up some; finishes deeper than it begins.",Coleccion Privada,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2003 Coleccion Privada Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2003-coleccion-privada-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2003,Navarro Correas
14.5,Red,Australia,,,18,85,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Fonty's Pool 2003 Pinot Noir (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontys-pool-2003-pinot-noir-pemberton/,Pinot Noir,2003,Fonty's Pool
13.5,White,Argentina,"Round and toasty, with obvious barrel notes of vanilla and baked apple. Exhibits round, low-density toasted fruit on a creamy palate; finishes soft and short, with extra pear and vanilla bean. Imported by S&F Trading Company.",Saurus Patagonia Select,13,85,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2005 Saurus Patagonia Select Sauvignon Blanc (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2005-saurus-patagonia-select-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Familia Schroeder
13,Rose,Argentina,"Fairly lively and forward, with sturdy plum and berry characteristics. This is a surprisngly solid Malbec rose; you get a secure and crisp finish, not to much wayward sugar, and pretty good quality overall. Served chilled you might just enjoy a glass, or even a bottle.",Rosé,6,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2004 Rosé Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2004-rose-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Funky Llama
,Red,US,"Shows firm tannins underlying a rustic structure, with lush, forward cherry, blackberry, blueberry and cocoa fruit flavors. The finish is dry and balanced in this easy-to-like Syrah.",Max Vineyard,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Auriga 2003 Max Vineyard Syrah (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/auriga-2003-max-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Syrah,2003,Auriga
,Dessert,US,"Extremely low in alcohol, only 7%, this wine is very sweet in apricot and cane sugar flavors. It has a good, crisp spine of acidity for balance.",Moscato Allegro,12,85,California,California Other,California,Martin & Weyrich 2005 Moscato Allegro Muscat Canelli (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2005-moscato-allegro-muscat-canelli-other/,Muscat Canelli,2005,Martin & Weyrich
14,Red,Australia,"This winery makes them thick, soft and woody, and this Limited Release Shiraz stays that path. The prevailing flavor is grape jam, with some toasty, pickle-spice notes on the nose. On the sweet side, at least for this reviewer, and built to drink now. Imported by The Australian Wine Connection.",Limited Release,78,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Moorooroo 2001 Limited Release Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moorooroo-2001-limited-release-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2001,Moorooroo
,White,US,"Refreshingly fruity and crisp in acids, this vibrant PG is really easy to savor. It's filled with apple, citrus, peach, fig and honeydew flavors that finish long and spicy, with a slightly honeyed sweetness.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Arrow Creek
,Red,US,"Superripe and high in alcohol, but dry, this Syrah is rich and lush in blackberry, coffee and chocolate flavors. It has a smooth mouthfeel and soft acids. If you like these big, luscious, New World wines, it's for you.",Alegria Vineyards Axiom,30,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2003 Alegria Vineyards Axiom Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2003-alegria-axiom-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2003,Acorn
13.5,Red,Australia,"This Merlot is full of black plum and bread flour, nose to finish. Tannins are soft and approachable, and the texture creamy. A good value. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Nottage Hill,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2003 Nottage Hill Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2003-nottage-hill-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2003,Hardys
,Red,US,"Easy drinking and balanced, this food-friendly Zin has pleasant cherry and berry flavors and a hint of peppery spice in the finish. It's nice and dry, with a polished mouthfeel.",Vintner's Reserve,12,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-vintners-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"Straddles the line between an earthy herbaceousness and riper notes of peaches and apples. Either way, this is a balanced, crisp young wine, with a creamy texture and a very dry finish.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Rodney Strong
13.5,Red,Israel,"Has a slightly leathery streak to the aromas, but there's also decent berry fruit underneath. This medium-bodied Cabernet offers blackberry, plum and herb flavors that finish soft. An easy-to-drink wine that will please most palates. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserve Kosher,25,85,Galilee,,,Recanati 2002 Reserve Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2002-reserve-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Recanati
13,Red,Spain,"Pure as old-school Rioja Crianzas go. The nose is light and leathery, while the palate deals spicy cherry, cranberry and pepper. A little bit of fading oak makes an appearance on the finish, while lasting notes of vanilla and dried fruits are pleasant. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Crianza,14,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Hermosa 2001 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-hermosa-2001-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Viña Hermosa
12.5,Red,Italy,"Not a great Chianti, but it's certainly true to the DOCG, with lean, tart cherry fruit and nuances of cedar, leather and dry, dusty earth. Doesn't have the depth to age further, so drink now. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Alef Kosher,29,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Branca 2001 Alef Kosher  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-branca-2001-alef-kosher-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2001,Villa Branca
13,White,Argentina,"Tropical fruit and a whiff of talcum powder on the bulky, ripe nose. Shows ample zest, spice and pear notes on the palate, followed by a long, full finish. Nice acidity and body ensure commendable balance. Imported by Victoire Imports.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viento Sur 2005 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-sur-2005-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2005,Viento Sur
,White,US,"Still a bit awkward, this young wines has fruit flavors that seem to be hanging between fermentation flavors of banana and green apple, and a more oak-driven toasty/buttery character. At this point it needs more time to see if it will ultimately knit together.",,11,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek 2004 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Latah Creek
,Red,US,"Here's an old style red blend, the kind the Italian-American settlers drank. A blend of Zin, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Carignane, it's dry, clean, full-bodied and fruity. Cries out for pasta, tomato sauce, grated cheese and beef.",Red Table Wine,11,85,California,California Other,California,Biondi NV Red Table Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-nv-red-table-wine-other/,Red Blend,,Biondi
13,White,Australia,"Pear and floral aromas usher in lively acidity and modest pear skin flavors on the palate. A delicate, easy wine, just the sort for a spring picnic. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",,16,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2005 Riesling (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2005-riesling-mclaren-vale/,Riesling,2005,Tapestry
,Red,US,"Showcases good vintage Napa character in the refined tannins and blackberry flavors, with a bit of green peppercorn. Oak provides additional richness. Drink now and for the next two or three years.",,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ortman Family 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ortman Family
12.5,Red,Israel,"Shows more structure than expected, with firm, drying tannins and tart acids on the finish, but they're needed to balance the slightly baked, candied flavor of cherry Newtons. Try with rare beef. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Private Collection,16,85,Galilee,,,Carmel 2002 Private Collection Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2002-private-collection-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2002,Carmel
,White,US,"This vineyard was made famous by a Williams Selyem Pinot Noir bottling, and this wine shares its characteristics. It's soft and full-bodied, with a rich earthiness. It's not the fruitiest Viognier on the block, but shows apple, dill and spicy oak flavors that finish a little sweet.",Vista Verde Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Vinum Cellars 2004 Vista Verde Vineyard Viognier (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2004-vista-verde-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Viognier,2004,Vinum Cellars
14.5,Red,Israel,"Fruit-forward, with ripe berry aromas that fairly burst out of the glass, along with hints of vanilla, chocolate and coffee. Tannins are soft, while the black cherry and plum flavors pick up a tart, hard edge on the finish.",,16,85,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2003 Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2003-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2003,Galil Mountain
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Mildly funky and pickled at first, but that herbal, vegetal quality lifts after airing. Throughout, there's a touch of a saucy, salty note butalongside that there's good red-fruit character that's eager to please.",Saurus Patagonia,9,85,Other,Argentina,,Familia Schroeder 2004 Saurus Patagonia Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2004-saurus-patagonia-malbec-other/,Malbec,2004,Familia Schroeder
13,White,Australia,"Honey, beeswax and light banana cream aromas get this value-priced Riesling going. On the palate, it's round and has just a hint of sweetness couched in stone fruit and mineral flavors. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Diamond Label,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2005 Diamond Label Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2005-diamond-label-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2005,Rosemount
,Red,US,"Although the alcohol on this Syrah is mercifully below 14%, there's a country-style coarseness and heat to the texture, with jagged tannins. Yet the wine is dry, with rich coffee, blackberry and currant flavors. Good now with grilled meats and poultry.",Estate,21,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2002 Estate Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2002-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2002,San Marcos Creek
,Red,US,"There's pleasure in this polished, soft wine. It's dry and rich in tannins, with good blackberry, cassis and black cherry flavors that are deep and long. The softness gives it a supple, creamy-smooth mouthfeel.",Estates Seven Oaks,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2003 Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2003-estates-seven-oaks-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,J. Lohr
13.5,Red,Spain,"Initial and secondary nosings reveal some green notes and barnyard, which dissolve a bit if given time but never quite leave the scene. The mouth offers loud plum and berry flavors, with a somewhat tannic finish. Nonetheless, it features good Rioja attributes; in the final analysis it's a fairly good wine. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Gran Reserva,45,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lealtanza 1999 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lealtanza-1999-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,Lealtanza
13.5,White,France,"Drouhin's villages-level Puligny boasts aromas of lemon custard and grilled nuts, but also shows a touch of alcohol on the finish. Bold lemon and pineapple flavors round out this low-acid wine. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,40,85,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2003  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
13,Red,Spain,"Spicy and herbal, but with ample fruit backing that up it comes across as a nice everyday red wine. The palate is a bit earthy and rustic, with a touch of green. But for the most part it's a healthy, mildly tannic red that will wash down just about any food put in its path. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo. Imported by Victoire Imports.",Linea d'Oro,10,85,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Mederaño 2003 Linea d'Oro Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mederano-2003-linea-doro-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-catalunya/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2003,Mederaño
14,Red,Argentina,"Displays a nice ruby tint in front of full, ripe, almost smoky aromas. The palate is a bit fat and sweet, with dark plum and blackberry flavors offset by a slight dab of buttery oak. A simple, one-note kind of red, but a good one nonetheless. Imported by Victoire Imports.",Crianza,10,85,Other,Argentina,,San Huberto 2003 Crianza Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2003-crianza-malbec-other/,Malbec,2003,San Huberto
,Red,Italy,"The pleasure factor is cut somewhat short by abrupt sour cranberry and apple cider that overrides blueberry, spicy herbal and menthol notes. Lean and exceedingly tart in the mouth.",,56,85,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Filippo di Giannelli 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-filippo-giannelli-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,San Filippo di Giannelli
,Red,US,"A bit light, but still a good wine, with dusty cassis, earth and tobacco flavors and some brighter cherry and herb notes. Turns tart and grapy on the finish.",Family Selection,12,85,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 2003 Family Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2003-family-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Trinchero
13,Red,Spain,"Berry fruit and underbrush on the nose, with some buttery oak standing out. Seems a bit sweet and pruny on the palate, with a ripe, medicinal finish. Not bad but also not in the top echelon of Rioja reservas. And 1997 was not a particularly good year. Imported by Haro Imports.",Reserve,60,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Peciña 1997 Reserve  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecina-1997-reserve-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,Peciña
,Red,US,"Continues this winery's streak of offering a good value under this label. The wine is dry and silky, with pleasant cola, rhubarb, coffee and cherry flavors that are offset by crisp acids.",Angeline,10,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2004 Angeline Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2004-angeline-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Martin Ray
13,Red,Israel,"Easy to drink, if somewhat herbal and light in body. Cedar and vanilla notes accent cherry-rhubarb aromas and flavors, picking up additional complexity in the form of cinnamon and mint. Tart and juicy on the finish. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Isaac's Ram Kosher,25,85,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2001 Isaac's Ram Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2001-isaacs-ram-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Hevron Heights Winery
12.5,Red,Spain,"Light and leathery, with dried fruit notes and not much else on the lithe bouquet. Quite traditional in style, with dilute but clean cherry and cranberry flavors. A dose of wood spice pops up on the lightweight finish. Drink now. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Crianza,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa de la Reina 2001 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-reina-2001-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Casa de la Reina
12.5,White,Argentina,"Pale in color, almost silver, with light but fresh floral aromas. A touch simple on the palate, but still round and tasty enough to earn points; you'll find attractive pear and cinnamon flavors. Lightweight yet fluid on the finish. An easygoing but likable rendition of Torrontès. Imported by Victoire Imports.",,9,86,Other,Aminga Valley,,San Huberto 2005 Torrontés (Aminga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-2005-torrontes-aminga-valley/,Torrontés,2005,San Huberto
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe like pie, with a strong, deep, fruity bouquet and body. Lots of cherry and raspberry cover the palate, and there's enough gritty acidity to keep it fresh and lip-smacking. Nice Malbec for the money; a perfect pizza or hamburger wine. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2005 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2005-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Trapiche
,Red,US,"Dry and rich in blackberry, cocoa, coffee, herb and oak flavors, this Cab has a finish of ripe raisins and cassis. It's a soft, full-bodied wine that will benefit from a year or so in bottle.",Celestial,19,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Miramont 2002 Celestial Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miramont-2002-celestial-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Miramont
,White,US,"Characterized by bright acidity that makes the lime custard and peach flavors dance on the palate, this Central Coast Chard is fun to drink. It finishes in a swirl of toasty oak.",Estate,18,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2003 Estate Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2003-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Baileyana
13.5,White,Australia,"Receives what Houghton calls a whisper of oak; indeed, most of its flavors—modest peach and citrus—are at a muted volume. Still, this is a good, dry, austere style of Chard, appropriate for the pre-dinner cocktail hour. Imported by Canandaigua Wine Co.",,15,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Houghton 2005 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houghton-2005-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2005,Houghton
13.5,Red,Israel,"Has some hints of green bean, but also decent cassis and chocolate flavors. There's a hint of tomato leaf as well. Velvety in the mouth, with a long, layered finish. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Pardess Kosher,25,86,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2001 Pardess Kosher Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2001-pardess-kosher-merlot-judean-hills/,Merlot,2001,Hevron Heights Winery
13.5,White,Australia,"This  80-20 Sem-Sauv isn't all that exciting on the nose at first, but reveals hints of vanilla and anise with time. On the palate, it's an approachable, slightly tropical wine, soft around the edges but with decent intensity. One of the better Kosher Aussies I've had lately. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Kosher,17,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2004 Kosher Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2004-kosher-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-margaret-river/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Beckett's Flat
,White,US,"A sweet and sour style, offering tangy pineapple, lime and citrus with some residual sweetness. Big and a bit clunky, but the excellent fruit holds your interest.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 2004 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2004-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2004,Powers
,Red,US,"This is a young, sharp, jammy wine but has a depth of fruit and a rich structure that make it awfully likeable. Blackberries, cherries, blueberries, cocoa, coffee, it all adds up to a palate sensation.",Vintner's Reserve,12,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2003 Vintner's Reserve Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2003-vintners-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,Italy,"Aromatics are not very intense but do yield leather, earth, tobacco over cherry fruitiness with vigorous swirling. Moderately toasty, with sweet spice accents and a dry finish on this medium-bodied Brunello. There is harmony, but no poetry here. Imported by Vin Divino.",Gorelli,55,86,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Potazzine 2001 Gorelli  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-potazzine-2001-gorelli-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Le Potazzine
,Red,US,"Dry, rich and thick in tannins, and rather soft, this Cabernet is extremely ripe in blackberry, cassis and coffee flavors. The hot vintage seems to have taken its toll in balance, for the wine is a little heavy, even by Mondavi standards, which are usually leaner than many Napa Cabs.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"This is a nice Zin with some classy notes. It's bone dry and balanced, with moderate alcohol and good acidity that boosts the blackberry and mocha flavors. There's a raisiny edge that adds some interest to the finish.",,13,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2003 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"Relatively concentrated, tannic, slightly rustic, this earthy, smoky Cabernet offers fair value and varietal flavors with a finish of herbs and moist earth.",,9,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Covey Run
,Red,US,"There's lots to like about this dry, balanced Cab that showcases the way Napa ripens grapes while retaining lush, complex tannins. There's a touch of raisining in the finish, but it's seasoning, like salt on a steak.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Contrada 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contrada-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Contrada
,Red,US,"Dark and very dry, this distinctive Syrah has a leathery note, what the Brits used to call sweaty saddle, on top of ripe black currant, coffee and sweet vanilla flavors. It's soft in texture and pretty tannic, but voluptuous.",Estate,28,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pianetta 2003 Estate Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pianetta-2003-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2003,Pianetta
13,White,Australia,"Aromas are fresh and green: grass, kiwi, lime. On the palate, the wine has hints of citrus, green grape and grass flavors. Soft and approachable in feel; doesn't feel as high in acid as many other SBs.",,17,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Coldstream Hills 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldstream-hills-2005-sauvignon-blanc-yarra-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Coldstream Hills
11,Red,Australia,"A good, approachable white, this Semillon shows grass and hay aromas, and modest banana, peach and cream flavors. Pretty hefty in feel; finishes short. Imported by The Ravensvale Group.",,17,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Cockfighter's Ghost 2004 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockfighters-ghost-2004-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2004,Cockfighter's Ghost
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and oaky, with raisin, graham cracker and blackberry thrown in for good measure. The palate teeters on syrupy but holds the line to show sweet, ripe berry and plum flavors. Mild tannins and some coffee on the healthy finish. Imported by Ecosur Group, LLC.",,8,86,Other,La Rioja,,La Puerta 2005 Malbec (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-2005-malbec-rioja/,Malbec,2005,La Puerta
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Tasty and juicy, like a value Malbec should be. The nose hints at rubber and bacon, but mostly it sports round plum and berry aromas. The palate offers equal amounts of black cherry and raspberry, and the finish is mildly toasty, with a smack of pepper. Shows guts and substance. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tango Sur 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tango-sur-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Tango Sur
14.5,Red,Israel,"Smooth and velvety in the mouth, with some chewy wood tannins on the finish. Aromas and flavors hint at tobacco and vanilla, with just enough earthy fruit flavors in support. Drink now–2010. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Yatir Forest Kosher,50,86,Judean Hills,,,Yatir 2002 Yatir Forest Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yatir-2002-forest-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Yatir
,White,US,"This winery understands Sauvignon Blanc in their bones, and here's another good bottling. It's very crisp, with powerfully clean, vibrant lemon and lime flavors that finish a little sweet in ripe, fruity essence.",,13,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2004 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2004-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"Forgeron's prestige offering is rather nondescript, showing toasty oak, other barrel flavors, and a mix of Cab, Merlot and Syrah fruit. It never seems to snap into focus; it's a pleasant red wine that doesn't have the sort of grip and depth one expects in this price range.",Vinfinity,46,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2002 Vinfinity Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2002-vinfinity-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Forgeron
14.5,Red,Spain,"Most of the credit here goes to the fact that is a varietal Graciano, something you just don't see much of. But in tasting it we learn why this grape is usually blended into Tempranillo to provide acidic structure. As a varietal there's flesh and berry flavors, but the feel is kind of racy and sharp. More applause for the approach than the end result. Imported by CIV/USA.",Inspiración Valdemar,95,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2001 Inspiración Valdemar  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2001-inspiracion-valdemar-spanish-red-graciano-rioja/,Graciano,2001,Bodegas Valdemar
,Red,Italy,"A normally strong contender, this reserve wine left us unconvinced. There were blue flowers and stone fruit-peachy notes but also band-aid, barnyard, orange peel and astringent tannins for an unsynchronized whole and an oily exterior. Imported by Wine Wave.",Riserva,100,86,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Barbi 2000 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barbi-2000-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2000,Barbi
,Red,US,"Light fruit showing simple cherry, strawberry and watermelon flavors. The young fruit carries a hint of fresh herb. Balanced and well made.",,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Ash Hollow 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ash-hollow-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ash Hollow
,Red,US,"Decently ripe, with grape, plum and blackberry flavors, and some pretty sweetness in the midpalate. Tannic and earthy, it's fruity and good in front but fades quickly.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Grande Ronde 2002 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grande-ronde-2002-pepper-bridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Grande Ronde
13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine's winning feature is its cool, minty accent, which gives an otherwise fairly straightforward Shiraz a different twist. Finish is brief; 1,500 cases produced. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,22,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Punt Road 2003 Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punt-road-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Punt Road
,White,US,"Inexpensive Viognier can be a disaster because the exotic wine is difficult to control, but Peirano has done a good job with this dry, crisp, balanced bottling. It's rich in mango, apricot, peach and vanilla flavors, and has a luxuriously creamy mouthfeel.",Heritage Collection,12,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2004 Heritage Collection Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2004-heritage-collection-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2004,Peirano
,Red,US,"A kitchen sink mix of Sangiovese, Cabernet and Merlot. It offers light fruit and lots of barrel toast. It's not a dense or demanding wine, but certainly a pleasant quaff.",Barrel Thief Red,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2003 Barrel Thief Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2003-barrel-thief-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Dusted Valley
14,Red,Australia,"Ripe black cherry, blackberry and eucalyptus aromas. It's pretty linear on the palate, with pretty plum fruit accented with caramel. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,20,86,Victoria,Strathbogie Ranges,,Cooralook 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Strathbogie Ranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooralook-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-strathbogie-ranges/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cooralook
13.9,Red,US,"Owning vast vineyard acreage has paid off with this polished, supple, soft Cab. It's really nice, especially at this price. Shows real poise in the lush, smooth texture and ripe blackberry and cherry flavors that finish with a swirl of toasty oak.",Founders' Estate,11,86,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2003 Founders' Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2003-founders-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Beringer
13,Rose,Australia,"Though the wine has the strawberry cheesecake flavors and aromas that this reviewer typically finds sweet and simple, they are countered here by some fresh berry fruit and a minerally feel. Good wine; kosher. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Cerise Kosher,17,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2004 Cerise Kosher Rosé (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2004-cerise-kosher-rose-margaret-river/,Rosé,2004,Beckett's Flat
13,Rose,Australia,"The meaty, fresh-herb notes that we like about Cab manifest themselves differently in a rosé version of the variety. Though there's some mixed-berry fruit here, it's not a giving, fruit-forward wine. Perhaps suffers by being evaluated without food; this one's meant for the table. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",Rosé,14,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Mad Fish 2005 Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-fish-2005-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Mad Fish
14,White,Australia,"A feminine-style Chardonnay, offering light floral aromas and a soft, approachable mouthfeel. Flavors of yellow stone fruit and chalk turn citrusy and tart toward the finish. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",,16,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2004 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2004-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2004,Tapestry
13,White,Argentina,"Honey, flowers and a bit of mineral on the solid nose. This is full and ripe, with pretty melon, anise and other Southeast Asian flavors. A bit more full and extracted than most, but it's neither flabby nor heavy. Imported by Ecosur Group, LLC.",,8,86,Other,La Rioja,,La Puerta 2005 Torrontés (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-2005-torrontes-rioja/,Torrontés,2005,La Puerta
,White,US,"With Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and a splash of Viognier comprising the blend, this is a fruity wine, ripe in peach, pineapple, melon, honeysuckle and vanilla spice flavors. It's dry and crisp in acids, and is a lot of fun to drink.",Heritage Collection The Other,12,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 2004 Heritage Collection The Other White (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-2004-heritage-collection-other-white-central-valley-lodi/,White Blend,2004,Peirano
13.5,Red,Australia,"Straightforward but not simple, this Aussie Barbera has shadings of maple on the nose and plum-and-oak flavors on the palate. Finishes with lively acidity, but wants a little more stuffing on the palate to reach the next level. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",Limited Release Single Vineyard Ceres Hill,15,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2003 Limited Release Single Vineyard Ceres Hill Barbera (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2003-limited-release-single-vineyard-ceres-hill-barbera-hunter-valley/,Barbera,2003,Margan
13.5,Red,Australia,"It's hard to find good Merlots in Australia; it's even harder to find one that's such a bargain. Offers brambly, tangy oak aromas that carry through to the palate. The feel is dusty, the fruit treading the black-cherry and tangy plum track. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",,11,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2003 Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2003-merlot-hunter-valley/,Merlot,2003,Hope Estate
13,White,Australia,"Grass, hay and peach aromas. Semillon gives it some weight and breadth, and the Sauvignon, a nice mineral and citrus quality. For the price, it wouldn't hurt to keep a bottle or two on hand to serve with a chicken salad, or other light meals.",,13,86,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Ferngrove 2005 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferngrove-2005-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-frankland-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2005,Ferngrove
,Red,US,"The winery's Napa Merlot is firmer and better structured than the Sonoma Merlot, with a richer tannin structure and greater acidity. It's a dry, stylish wine, with blackberry and herb flavors enhanced with a dash of oak.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackstone 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Blackstone
13,Red,Spain,"A bit rough and tumble, with pepper, thick cherry and some herbal essence to the bouquet. Black cherry is the dominant flavor, while the mouthfeel is hardened by protruding tannins and forward acids. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Gran Reserva,34,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 1996 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-1996-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Baron De Ley
13.5,White,Australia,"Offers light toast and nut aromas, and modest peach and pear flavors on the palate. A middleweight in terms of size and intensity. 500 cases imported. Imported by Indigo Wine Group.",,19,86,Victoria,King Valley,,Boggy Creek 2004 Chardonnay (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boggy-creek-2004-chardonnay-king-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Boggy Creek
13.5,Red,Spain,"There's nice color to this Merlot-Tempranillo blend, and that's backed by density on the nose along with notes of balsamic vinegar and dark plums. Full and slightly herbal in the mouth, with core acids and tannins that ensure that it stays propped up. Not a factory-style wine; it's unique and well worth a go at this price. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",,15,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Señorio de Aylés 2003 Tempranillo-Merlot (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-ayles-2003-red-blend-tempranillo-merlot-carinena/,Tempranillo-Merlot,2003,Señorio de Aylés
,White,US,"Solid and clean, this well-made Chardonnay includes a generous (20%) proportion of Sémillon, which fleshes it out. The dominant flavors are tangerine and citrus, and the wine sets up crisply in the mouth without feeling stripped or sour in any way.",,5,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pine & Post 2004 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-post-2004-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Pine & Post
,Red,US,"A rich and pedigreed Zin. It's soft, with a velvety texture and ripe, complex flavors of blackberries, cherries, milk chocolate and peppery spices that finish totally dry and balanced.",Private Reserve Dillon Ranch,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2003 Private Reserve Dillon Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2003-private-reserve-dillon-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Parkers Estate
14,Red,Australia,"A focused, perhaps a little narrow, Merlot with paper-smooth tannins and flavors of grapes and plums. Offers up molasses and fig aromas, plus a fair helping of animal/stably notes. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",John Zilm,30,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Craneford 2003 John Zilm Merlot (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2003-john-zilm-merlot-barossa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Craneford
,Red,US,"Soft fruit flavors suggestive of plum and cranberry. The tannins are thick and chocolaty, with streaks of espresso and smoke. Right now most of the flavor seems to come from barrels rather than grapes.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Canoe Ridge
12.7,White,Australia,"This Chard's charms are its delicate feel and slim body. Peach flavors take a backseat to a dry, stony feel. Good pre-dinner selection, with a modest 12.7% alcohol. 3,500 cases produced. Imported by The Ravensvale Group.",,19,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Cockfighter's Ghost 2004 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockfighters-ghost-2004-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Cockfighter's Ghost
,Red,US,"Midway between Cabernet and Zinfandel in flavor, this dry, soft, spicy-peppery wine has blackberry and pomegranate flavors and firm tannins. It should improve for a few years, then begin a long, slow decline.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Artesa 2003 Tempranillo (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2003-tempranillo-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Tempranillo,2003,Artesa
,Red,US,"Chocolaty and rich, with ripe blackberry and currant fruit. There's a streak of chalky mint in here also; this is a very dry, tannic wine but remains very soft and accessible. It's a big style of Merlot, even for Washington, which would be a fine match for juicy red meats.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2002 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Arbor Crest
,Red,US,"Dry and balanced, this multi-varietal blend of about 10 grapes, dominated by Cabernet Franc, Zinfandel and Syrah, shows real sophistication. It's quite forward in berry-cherry fruit, but has restraint in the tannin-acid-oak-alcohol balance, and could improve over the next year.",Alegria Vineyards Medley,24,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2003 Alegria Vineyards Medley Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2003-alegria-medley-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Acorn
13.5,Red,Australia,"Fragrant aromas of spice, clove and hickory smoke continue through to the palate, where the same flavors hang on a wiry, black-cherry frame. It's a straightforward, medium-sized Shiraz,  just the right weight to be served with dinner. Imported by Indigo Wine Group.",,21,87,Victoria,King Valley,,Boggy Creek 2003 Shiraz (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boggy-creek-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-king-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Boggy Creek
,Red,US,"It's two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, the rest split fairly evenly between Cab Franc and Merlot. A selection of the winery's best barrels, it delivers sweet fruit aromas of boysenberry and blackberry, with coffee accents.",Charlotte's Cuvée Seven Hills Vineyard,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Grande Ronde 2002 Charlotte's Cuvée Seven Hills Vineyard Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grande-ronde-2002-charlottes-cuvee-seven-hills-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Grande Ronde
,Red,US,"With Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache, this Châteauneuf-style wine offers lots of bang. It's huge in red cherry and cocoa fruit flavors, so rich and delicious you want a second and third sip. Never mind there's a rusticity to the tannins, the wine is dry, balanced and drinkable now.",Red Dirt Red,30,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Vinum Cellars 2003 Red Dirt Red Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2003-red-dirt-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Red Blend,2003,Vinum Cellars
15,Red,US,"Tannic with green tea and tobacco notes prevalent. The fruit is dark and wrapped in the thick, smoky tannins; flavors show blackberry, black cherry and roasted coffee. The Cab Franc dominates here; this is muscular and brawny; almost 15% alcohol.",,36,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2003 Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2003-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Basel Cellars
15.5,Red,Australia,"Composed of such a hodgepodge of grapes (Shiraz, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Muscadelle), it's no wonder that this wine sticks out of the pack. The nose offers an unusual spicy note—pickling spice or cumin?—which persists on the palate. Fruit flavors are overripe and overpower this modestly sized wine. Finishes with chocolate. Imported by The Colonial Wine Company Pty Ltd.",ÉMIGRÉ,100,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,JCP Maltus 2003 ÉMIGRÉ Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcp-maltus-2003-emigre-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,JCP Maltus
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Solid and fruity, with plump berry aromas, spice and mint on the nose. The mouth is full and chewy, with good tannins, a correct feel and proper balance. No issues here; this is a mouthfilling Malbec with some spice and character. And the price is definitely right. Imported by Victoire Imports.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viento Sur 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-sur-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Viento Sur
,Red,US,"From lower on the same hill as the Merlot—and hence an allegedly cooler site—this Pinot is round, ripe and low in acid. Chocolate, brown sugar, spice and black cherry flavors finish a bit short.",Vista Montone,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2004 Vista Montone Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2004-vista-montone-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Trinchero
,Red,US,"From a block of a vineyard near Napa's Chardonnay Golf Club, this is cool-climate (by Napa standards) Merlot, with herbal overtones to the brandied cherry aromas. Plump and soft on the palate, with short but pleasant flavors of black cherries and dried herbs.",Day Break Block,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2003 Day Break Block Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2003-day-break-block-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Trinchero
14,White,Argentina,"Nice if not enigmatic, with pear, talc and apricot on the healthy bouquet. Trapiche's higher-end Chardonnay offers baked fruit on the sides of the palate and citrus at the center. It's more round and chewy than tight, but with decent acids. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Broquel,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2004 Broquel Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2004-broquel-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Trapiche
15,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Perfectly good and fresh, and consistent with years past. This manzanilla earns points for its dryness, its good mouthfeel, and its nutty finish. Is it the most complex wine from Sanlucar? Maybe not; but it's tasty and made right.","Light, Very Dry Manzanilla",14,87,Andalucia,Jerez,,"Domecq NV Light, Very Dry Manzanilla Sherry (Jerez)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domecq-nv-light-very-dry-manzanilla-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Domecq
,Red,US,"An excellent Merlot; certainly the best at this price point that I have tasted in the past 15 years. Good, solid black cherry fruit is accented with coffee ground flavors. None of the usual vegetal flavors that plague wines at this price,  nor are the tannins anything but ripe and smooth. Best of all, there is real fruit concentration through the midpalate.",,5,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pine & Post 2004 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-post-2004-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2004,Pine & Post
13,White,France,"A whiff of honey on the nose shows the expected ripeness from this site, but not the intensity and concentration. Pear, melon and mineral notes are pleasant and well balanced by its plump texture and easygoing finish. Imported by Monsieur Henri Wine Co.",Les Clos Grand Cru,66,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 Les Clos Grand Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
,Red,US,"With Sonoma Mountain Syrah and Cabern and quite soft in acids, and rich in ripe, finely ground tannins. It displays a good mixture of fruit and earthy, herbal, coffee flavors. There's a pleasant subtlety that makes it an unobtrusive accompaniment to food.",Red Table Wine,14,87,California,California Other,California,Sawkar NV Red Table Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawkar-nv-red-table-wine-other/,Red Blend,,Sawkar
15,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Yellow in tint, with slightly pasty aromas that quickly morph into nuttiness. The palate is full of nuts and butter, while the finish throws off mushroom. Not oxidized, but on the round side.",Fino Sherry,18,87,Andalucia,Jerez,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L. NV Fino Sherry Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-dios-baco-s-l-nv-fino-sherry-sherry-jerez-46607/,Sherry,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L.
14,Red,Australia,"You won't mistake this for a Burgundy. It smells big and plummy—not so Pinot-esque, really—with some violet aromas coming through with air. Black cherry flavors carry through to the finish. A little soft, but approachable and enjoyable now. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,20,87,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Cooralook 2003 Pinot Noir (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooralook-2003-pinot-noir-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cooralook
,Red,Italy,"This Brunello lacked aromatic intensity compared to the others. Dig deep down to draw out berry flavors, smoke, pipe tobacco, leather and vanilla. A juicy finish and nice, medium structure yield more tobacco and vanilla in the mouth.",,,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Marroneto 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-marroneto-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Il Marroneto
,Red,Israel,"Not mevushal. If that's not a concern, this is a fine wine, lavishly oaked but nicely textured, with some bright cherry notes and supple tannins peering out from under layers of smoke, vanilla and toast. Imported by Royal Wine Corporation.",Orna Riserva Kosher,20,87,Galilee,,,Chillag 2003 Orna Riserva Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chillag-2003-orna-riserva-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chillag
14.5,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz is all about black cherry and plum fruit, accented with a cool, minty crispness. A forward, drink-now wine, but not as simple as all that. 30,000 cases produced. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",,14,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Mad Fish 2004 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-fish-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2004,Mad Fish
,Red,US,"Very young and grapy, but there's good fruit and it's well managed. It's all about the fruit right now, showing lots of cherry and berry flavors, with a hint of toast and caramel. This may be one of those wines best enjoyed in its first blush of youth.",Stained Tooth,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2004 Stained Tooth Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2004-stained-tooth-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2004,Dusted Valley
,Red,US,"A mongrel blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Zin and Cab Franc. It's a fun, fruity blend with accents of coffee and toast; nothing serious, but good stuff.",Calico Red,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bergevin Lane 2004 Calico Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2004-calico-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Bergevin Lane
,Red,US,"Sharp and tart, with the biting attack of a lemon. The slightly bitter acids overcome the fruit, which is light and lightly peppery. Some smoky, roasted coffee flavors fill out the finish.",,42,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2003 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,Basel Cellars
,Red,US,"The new release is a blend of one-third each Cab, Merlot and Malbec. It carries lots of vanilla syrup and some sweet, candied cherry fruit, along with barrel flavors of espresso, caramel and maple syrup.",Terassa,36,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Ash Hollow 2003 Terassa Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ash-hollow-2003-terassa-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Ash Hollow
14,Red,Spain,"Tobacco, plum, berry and earth work the nose, followed by black plum, cherry and chocolate flavors. This is an open, medium-bodied wine that straddles the old and new styles of Riojano winemaking. A little tannic in the mouth, so prepare some cheese, ham or meat to go with it. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",Crianza,16,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ares 2001 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ares-2001-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Ares
14.5,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz features light plum and caramel aromas, and plum and oak flavors. It's more straightforward than it usually is, but it is still very good. Drink now. 448 cases produced. Imported by Epic Wines.",,35,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Melton 2002 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-melton-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Charles Melton
14,Red,Australia,Serves up plum and red berry flavors and faint black currant aromas. Easygoing and tasty; one to drink over the near term. Imported by USA Wine West.,Miss Harry Dry Grown & Ancient,20,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Hewitson 2004 Miss Harry Dry Grown & Ancient G-S-M (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hewitson-2004-miss-harry-dry-grown-ancient-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa-valley/,G-S-M,2004,Hewitson
,Dessert,US,"A blend of three German varietals, this is a very sweet, but balanced, dessert wine, rich in honeyed apricot, pineapple and white peach flavors. It's likeable for the creamy texture and the sweet spicy richness of the finish.",Select Late Harvest Dreirebe,20,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mokelumne Glen 2004 Select Late Harvest Dreirebe White (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mokelumne-glen-2004-select-late-harvest-dreirebe-white-central-valley-lodi/,White Blend,2004,Mokelumne Glen
13,White,Australia,"This 85-15 blend of Chardonnay and Verdelho isn't one you see every day—and neither is a low price on a quality wine. Forward peach and pineapple aromas are back for another round in the mouth, where the fruit is modulated by a liberal dusting of chalk and mineral. Imported by Underdog Wine Merchants.",Chardonnay/Verdelho,10,87,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Devil's Marbles 2004 Chardonnay/Verdelho White (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/devils-marbles-2004-chardonnay-verdelho-white-limestone-coast/,White Blend,2004,Devil's Marbles
,Red,US,"A very dark and sappy blend of Cab, Merlot and Syrah; it shows all three grapes' influence. The Syrah gives it color and spice; the Cab provides tannin and a hint of herb; the Merlot broadens out the midpalate a bit. An interesting, flavorful blend; right now the fruit is young, fresh and right out front, with a finishing lick of citrus.",Claret,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2003 Claret Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2003-claret-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Basel Cellars
14.5,Red,Australia,"A blend of 40% Mourvèdre, 35% Shiraz and 25% Grenache; it's a lighter-body wine, full of black cherry flavors and ready to drink now. Finishes with a smoky-char note. Imported by USA Wine West.",The Reunion,15,87,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Rutherglen Estates 2004 The Reunion Red (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherglen-estates-2004-reunion-red-rutherglen/,Red Blend,2004,Rutherglen Estates
13,White,Australia,"This Chard is a good value again this vintage. It's crisp and clean, with lemon and grapefruit flavors and a dry, minerally feel. Delicate floral, grass and talc aromas start things off. It's nice to see a Chardonnay at this price that doesn't taste like tropical fruit and buttered toast. Imported by USA Wine West.",Unoaked,10,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,The Wishing Tree 2005 Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wishing-tree-2005-unoaked-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2005,The Wishing Tree
13.5,Red,Spain,"Here's a classic Navarran blend, complete with herbal, leafy, some might say vegetal aromas and flavors. But in between the tomato and herbs are sweet plum and cherry notes, good depth and texture, and solid, serious tannins. If green notes are not a total turn-off, then add a couple of points. If that stuff bothers you, this will not be your bag. Imported by Kensington Distributors Inc.",Reserva Especial,65,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Señorío de Sarria 2001 Reserva Especial Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sarria-2001-reserva-especial-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Señorío de Sarria
,Red,US,"Deeper and slightly more tannic than the winery's regular Cab, this bottling is very dry. With soft acids, it shows well-developed flavors of blackberries and mocha and a deep, ripe black plum taste on the finish. It should hold and improve for several years.",Vintners Reserve Celestial,25,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Miramont 2002 Vintners Reserve Celestial Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miramont-2002-vintners-reserve-celestial-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Miramont
13.5,Red,France,"A very good wine, but in the context of the rest of the Le Moine lineup, this is a bit of a disappointment. Liquorous black cherries and cinnamon scents lead into flavors of black cherries and tea. Light to medium in body; firm on the finish. Try around 2010. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Les Epenots Premier Cru,90,87,Burgundy,Pommard,,Lucien Le Moine 2003 Les Epenots Premier Cru  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-le-moine-2003-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lucien Le Moine
13,White,Australia,"An elegant style of Sauvignon, but one that's also pretty austere. Has aromas of lemon curd and flavors of pear; feel is minerally and the acidity is high. A very good wine and likely a good companion to food, but may not appeal to those looking for a ripe, fruity SB.",,16,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2005-sauvignon-blanc-victoria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Taltarni
,Red,US,"Made in the classic Rosenblum style, which is late-picked and superripe in fruit. Imagine a slice of cherry pie washed down with a chocolate brownie. Yet the wine is dry. The alcohol is very high, with a hot finish, but balanced in its own way.",Kenefick Vineyard,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 2003 Kenefick Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2003-kenefick-vineyard-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Rosenblum
13,White,Australia,"Light cream and vanilla aromas; the wine has light citrus flavors with modest stone fruit, floral and sawdust accents. Linear on the palate, and finishes with a touch of oak. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Show Reserve,20,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 2004 Show Reserve Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2004-show-reserve-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Rosemount
,Red,Italy,"Brawny and thick in the mouth but less intense aromatically with Brunello's trademark notes of wet tobacco, cherry, anise and forest floor. Full force flavors fill the palate to complete a velvety, extracted wine with a dark edge. Imported by Conexport.",,67,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Gode 2001  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-gode-2001-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2001,Le Gode
13,White,France,"This plump, medium-weight Burgundy offers up a mouthful of tasty fruit, starting with scents of honey, apple, pear and hints of clove and vanilla. Spiced pear flavors pick up a bit of toast on the finish. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",En Remilly Premier Cru,32,87,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Olivier Leflaive 2003 En Remilly Premier Cru  (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2003-en-remilly-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2003,Olivier Leflaive
,Red,US,"Released quite young, this grapy red blend is a perennial favorite, for it mixes well-sourced grapes and substantial flavors of Washington-grown fruit at a modest cost. 40% Merlot, 32% Cab, 11% Cab Franc, 9% Sangiovese and 8% Syrah in this vintage, an interesting blend that brings dark tar and licorice along with plum and black tea. Just the slightest taste of oak and chocolate.",Mélange,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2004 Mélange Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2004-melange-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2004,Waterbrook
14,Red,Argentina,"Starts out reserved then comes on strong. Aromas of bright red fruits and leather are more austere than lush, and the palate delivers raspberry, cherry and plum in balanced fashion. Light oak creates a chocolate sensation on the finish. Structured nicely. Imported by South Valley Wines.",,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Novus 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novus-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Novus
,Sparkling,US,"This lush, fruity blend is two thirds  pinot noir, one third chardonnay, and mostly from the 2001 vintage. It is a delicious, every day, méthode champenoise sparkling wine with crisp, fleshy, green apple flavors. Fruit-driven, it's got good punch and persistence, and a clean and refreshing finish.",Brut,16,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Mountain Dome NV Brut Sparkling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-dome-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Mountain Dome
,Red,US,"This meritage blend (65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 13% Cab Franc) is true to the  house style—ripe, high-toned, tannic and chocolaty.",Dionysus Red,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2001 Dionysus Red Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2001-dionysus-red-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2001,Arbor Crest
,Red,US,"Lots of cinnamon, coffee grounds and spice in both the nose and mouth. Lght and pretty, with baked, spicy cherry cobbler, brown sugar and chocolate flavors. There's plenty of acid to cut through any red meat you might wish to try with it.",Alder Ridge,27,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2003 Alder Ridge Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2003-alder-ridge-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2003,Forgeron
,Red,US,"Here's an outstanding Napa Cab, notable not just for its lush black currant and mocha flavors, but the outstanding tannic structure. Firm as two-by-fours, yet soft as velvet, the tannins lend this wine a great internal architecture. Drink now through 2010.",,40,94,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hess Collection 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hess Collection
13,Red,Italy,"Shows some hints of vanilla on the nose and palate, but there's plenty of other stuff going on as well: brandied cherries and ginger on the nose add even more dried spices on the richly textured palate. Slowly unfolds into a long, layered finish. Drink 2008–2018. Imported by Clicquot Inc.",Bernardot,62,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 2001 Bernardot  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2001-bernardot-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Ceretto
,Red,US,"From Rutherford, a Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend that's deep and long in cassis and black cherry flavors. It possesses purity and balance, placing it in the front tier of the appellation. Fine now despite its youth, and should hold and soften through this decade.",Red Wine Cuvée,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nord Estate 2002 Red Wine Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2002-red-wine-cuvee-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Nord Estate
13.5,Red,Italy,"Smells a bit earthy and rustic, with scents of leather and iron ore, but the fruit emerges on the palate, slowly unfolding to reveal layers of plums and black cherries. This is a wine whose true potential is seen most clearly on the finish at this early stage of its evolution, where it gains in fruit intensity and complexity, boding well for the future. Try in 10 years. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Dardi Le Rose Bussia,60,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Colla 2001 Dardi Le Rose Bussia  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2001-dardi-le-rose-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Poderi Colla
,White,US,"Built along the same lines as Mondavi's regular Chard, this is an earthy wine whose fruit is restrained. It's sleek and elegant, very Chablisian in style, with a minerality through the finish. Should hold and improve.",Reserve,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Robert Mondavi
,Red,Italy,"Shows some wood touches, but the fruit sings loudest in this light and silky yet tannic Barbaresco. Cedar and caramel notes accent cherries, herbs and spice. Anticipated maturity: 2010–2018. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",,35,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pio Cesare 2001  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2001-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Pio Cesare
13,White,Austria,"Rather herbal and peppery on the nose, instantly marking it as Grüner. Honey and green apple flavors merge easily on the weighty, slightly oily palate, finishing long and peppery. Imported by Vin Divino.",Rotes Tor Smaragd,46,90,Wachau,,,Franz Hirtzberger 2004 Rotes Tor Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-hirtzberger-2004-rotes-tor-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Franz Hirtzberger
,White,New Zealand,"Produced off dry, bony sites in the Wairau, resulting in a ripe wine that retains the sweaty, passion fruit and gooseberry flavors that make Marlborough Sauvignon so unique, while adding layers of peach and pink grapefruit. Round in the mouth and easy to drink. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Icon,20,89,Marlborough,,,House of Nobilo 2005 Icon Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/house-nobilo-2005-icon-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,House of Nobilo
14,Red,Italy,"In 10 years' time, this rating may look stingy, but at this tasting the wine wasn't showing all that much. A bit lean and closed in, with leather, dusty earth, vanilla and hints of maraschino cherries followed by a tight, firm finish. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Parussi,81,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Conterno Fantino 2001 Parussi  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-2001-parussi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Conterno Fantino
,Red,Portugal,"A blend of Aragonês and Castelão from the vineyards of Quinta do Gradil, and made by the star winemaking team at Dão Sul. This is a ripe, red-fruited wine, but at this early stage it is dominated by considerable acidity and dry tannins. Give this wine at least five years, and then it will all come together. Best Buy. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Berco do Infante,6,88,Estremadura,,,Dão Sul 2004 Berco do Infante Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2004-berco-infante-red-estremadura/,Portuguese Red,2004,Dão Sul
,White,US,"A nice, basic Santa Rita Chard, very high in acids, with complex citrus peel, mineral and oak flavors. It's a clean, refreshing and balanced wine.",Estate,26,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2004 Estate Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2004-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Melville
,Red,US,"A polished, supple Syrah, light in body and color, with high acidity framing deep, impressively ripe flavors of cherries and spice. This is a Côtes-du-Rhône-ish sort of wine, and very tasty.",Lafond Vineyard,32,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kenneth-Crawford 2004 Lafond Vineyard Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-crawford-2004-lafond-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2004,Kenneth-Crawford
13,Red,Italy,"Light in color, with some bricking at the rim, but this wine still offers plenty to like, from its intensely floral aromas to its round mouthfeel and prune-and-chocolate flavors. Clamps down with some astringent tannins on the finish, but probably better to drink near-term, before the fruit fades. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,24,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Poderi Colla 2002  Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2002-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2002,Poderi Colla
,Red,US,"Although this vineyard is source to acclaimed Syrahs, the Cab is challenging. It needs serious decanting or aging, being dry and tannic. Then there's the blackberry, cassis and cocoa core, which begs to be released. But the high alcohol may limit ageability. A bit of a conundrum.",Page Nord Vineyard,42,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nord Estate 2003 Page Nord Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2003-page-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Nord Estate
14.5,Red,Chile,"Brooding and dark, with pencil lead, charcoal and crude oil on the powerful bouquet. Quite fruity, with sweet plum and black cherry. Nice and weighty, but not particularly spicy. Emphasizes fruit and more fruit. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Antu Mountain Vineyard,19,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2004 Antu Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2004-antu-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2004,Ninquén
,White,US,"Ripe, rich and frankly delicious, this well-oaked Chard shows cool-climate acidity. The peach and pear flavors mesh perfectly with the vanilla and buttered toast from the barrels, creating a lush, complex wine.",,19,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Hanna
,Red,Italy,"A relatively lightweight Barbaresco, Pertinace's normale features a delicately floral bouquet tinged with almonds and cherries. Dried cherries, chocolate and earth flavors gain in intensity on the finish, adding firm tannins to the mix. Drink 2005–2015. Imported by MW Imports.",,35,87,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pertinace 2001  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pertinace-2001-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Pertinace
14,Red,South Africa,"This wine shows a healthy dose of oak with scents of vanilla and dill, but also a good amount of sour cherry. Full and smooth, with flavors of dark berry and cola, the only thing this wine is lacking is the structure it needs to age over the long term. Enjoy it now. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Bellevue Estate,12,87,Stellenbosch,,,Tumara 2003 Bellevue Estate Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tumara-2003-bellevue-estate-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2003,Tumara
14.2,Red,Chile,"Very dark and oaky, with a tarry, black, crusty streak on the nose. Very ripe and tight, with cassis, black cherry and tobacco flavors. More tannic than expected on the finish, with plenty of wood and chocolate. Needs a lot of air to show its best. A seriously intense wine. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Antu,19,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2003 Antu Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2003-antu-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ninquén
,White,US,"High in alcohol, bone dry, and even a little tannic, this wine has citrus and mineral flavors with an edge of candied peach and sweet cured tobacco. Oak and sur lies aging add richness, but this is still an earthy wine. Could soften and improve in a couple years.",Heintz Vineyard,44,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-heintz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Williams Selyem
13.5,Red,Austria,"Vibrant purple in color, this young, bouncy wine features bright cherry fruit accented by hints of smoke. Tannins are creamy and soft, while the acids are mouthwatering, especially on the finish, where the flavors pick up hints of coffee and cocoa. Imported by Vin Divino.",Solo Rosso,22,87,Burgenland,,,Josef Pöckl 2004 Solo Rosso Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-pockl-2004-solo-rosso-red-burgenland/,Red Blend,2004,Josef Pöckl
,Red,US,"This is a pretty good Sangiovese and Acorn has worked hard on the variety for years. It's dry and elegant, with silky, Pinot-like tannins and crisp acids. It's also very ripe in cherry and cocoa flavors.",Alegria Vineyards,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2003 Alegria Vineyards Sangiovese (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2003-alegria-sangiovese-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sangiovese,2003,Acorn
12.5,White,Austria,"Starts off with hints of almond that quickly recede to reveal pear and lime scents. The apple, pear and citrus flavors blend harmoniously, ending on a tart, racy note. A bit simply fruity, but elegant and well made. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Rohrendorfer Gebling,18,87,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2004 Rohrendorfer Gebling Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2004-rohrendorfer-gebling-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2004,Felsner
13,White,Austria,"This medium-bodied eiswein retains a strong sense of varietal character, layering white pepper aromas over sweet apricot and candied pineapple flavors. A bit short on the finish, but a solid effort overall. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Icon Eiswein,35,87,Kremstal,,,Felsner 1999 Icon Eiswein Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-1999-icon-eiswein-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,1999,Felsner
,Red,Portugal,"This is the young vines cuvée from Cortes de Cima, fruity and juicy, with great dark color, smooth, ripe tannins, and big, open fruit flavors. The aftertaste is hot, from the high (14.5%) alcohol and the jammy berry flavors. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Incógnito,45,87,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2003 Incógnito Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2003-incognito-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Cortes de Cima
12.5,White,South Africa,"This wine has an enticing nose of toast and vanilla spice that can't quite hide tropical fruit aromas. The palate backs that up with good body and great acidity, more tropical fruit and plenty of vanilla spice. Ends with a nice citrusy tang. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",,10,87,Western Cape,,,Douglas Green 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douglas-green-2004-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Douglas Green
,Red,US,"This is a very good Pet, dark, full-bodied and dry. There's an edge of leather and coffee to the blackberry flavors, and the tannins are rich, thick and ageworthy. It has a Cabernet-like balance that makes it very drinkable.",Long Shadow,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnwood 2003 Long Shadow Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-2003-long-shadow-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Barnwood
12.5,White,Italy,"Nicely balanced, this Gavi artfully mixes ripe pears and oranges with tarter citrus notes and dry, chalky minerality. Light to medium in body, this crisp, clean wine is an ideal palate refresher. Imported by Boisset America.",Granée,15,87,Piedmont,Gavi di Gavi,,Beni di Batasiolo 2004 Granée  (Gavi di Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2004-granee-italian-white-cortese-gavi-gavi/,Cortese,2004,Beni di Batasiolo
14,Red,South Africa,"Deep purple in color, this wine smells of eraser, dill and cherries. Vanilla and graham cracker hide a deep core of dark berry fruit, and a bit of spice adds to the mix. The mouthfeel is supple, but has solid tannins to support it. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,23,88,Swartland,,,Spice Route 2004 Pinotage (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-2004-pinotage-swartland/,Pinotage,2004,Spice Route
13,White,South Africa,"This wine shows plenty of char, butter and eucalyptus aromas layered over banana and mango. On the palate the feel is round with full flavors of tropical fruit and baked banana bread. Finishes dry and crisp. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Reserve,31,88,Stellenbosch,,,Vergelegen 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergelegen-2003-reserve-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2003,Vergelegen
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Cassis, herbs, char and a touch of green pepper create an interesting bouquet, while the palate is supple, creamy and delivers nice cassis and forest-floor flavors. A finely made wine in a classic Bordeaux style.",,34,88,Stellenbosch,,,Vergelegen 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergelegen-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Vergelegen
,White,Austria,"The great sweet wines of Rust, known as Ausbruch, manage to combine the richness and intensity of botrytis berries with freshness. This wine from Peter Schandl fits the model, with honeyed, ripe flavors, layers of dry botrytis, and great acidity to finish. Imported by Vignaioli.",Ruster Ausbruch,55,88,Burgenland,,,Weinbau Schandl 2002 Ruster Ausbruch Pinot Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinbau-schandl-2002-ruster-ausbruch-pinot-blanc-burgenland/,Pinot Blanc,2002,Weinbau Schandl
,Red,US,"Starts with a nose that's slow to open. In the mouth, the wine is dry and medium-bodied, with herb and tart red-cherry flavors. Decant it—once you do, you'll see that it's a good, dry, complex wine.",Jones Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Merriam 2003 Jones Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2003-jones-vineyard-cabernet-franc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Merriam
,Red,US,"A ripe, spicy wine, jammy in red cherry, blueberry and blackberry fruit. This is one of the fruitier Pinots from this appellation, a bit one-dimensional, but it sure does taste good. The name refers to the two vineyards that contributed to the fruit, from either side of the appellation.",Gatekeepers,36,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Drew 2004 Gatekeepers Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drew-2004-gatekeepers-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Drew
,Red,US,"This flavorful Cab has some fairly hard tannins, but it's also very soft and melted in acids. The fruit is bigtime, all lush, ripe cassis. A bit disjointed, it's a wine that might improve over the next two years.",,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corison 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Corison
14.5,Red,Italy,"Crisp cherry and leather notes mark this medium-bodied Barbaresco. It's not particularly complex, but features the twin attributes of tasty flavors and early accessibility. A bit tart on the long finish, so likely to fare better with food than without. Imported by VinUS Inc.",Santo Stefano,40,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Neive 2001 Santo Stefano  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2001-santo-stefano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Castello di Neive
,White,France,"From an unclassified parcel between the premier crus of Montée de Tonnerre and Mont de Milieu, this is a step up from the regular Chablis, showing more ripeness and mineral character. Apple, citrus and flint notes mingle harmoniously in this medium-bodied wine.",Domaine de Vaudon,23,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Domaine de Vaudon  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-domaine-de-vaudon-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,White,France,"In a bit of an awkward stage now, the fruit seems to have closed in on itself, while the toasty, caramelly oak sits on the surface. Swirling brings out ripe peaches,  roasted nuts and develops a slightly tannic feel on the finish, so cellar few years until the wine emerges from hibernation. At that time, it may deserve an even higher score.",Clos des Mouches,86,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2002 Clos des Mouches  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2002-clos-mouches-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2002,Joseph Drouhin
13.5,White,Austria,"Ripe, fruity and intense on the nose, with aromas of lime, orange zest and peach. The palate develops more complexity, adding hints of pepper and dry minerals to bold tangerine flavors. Attractive and flashy, but just lacks a bit of length on the finish. Imported by Vin Divino.",Wachtberg,26,88,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2004 Wachtberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2004-wachtberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Stadt Krems
,White,US,"Made from organic grapes, this Chard has tremendously forward fruit flavors, ranging from ripe white peaches to tropical mangoes and guava. It's also well-oaked and juicy in acids. It's a powerhouse that, despite its age, tastes fresh and lively.",Estate,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Silver Mountain 2001 Estate Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-mountain-2001-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2001,Silver Mountain
,Red,France,"Made from a selection of vineyard plots and aged in new wood, this is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. There are soft tannins and fresh acidity along with some ripe but soft fruit. Ready to drink now, but could go another three or four years.",Baron d'Ardeuil,15,88,Southwest France,Buzet,,Vignerons de Buzet 2000 Baron d'Ardeuil Red (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buzet-2000-baron-dardeuil-red-buzet/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Vignerons de Buzet
12.9,Red,Italy,"A great bargain, this soft, supple Dolcetto is loaded with plum and berry fruit, backed by hints of apple blossom on the nose and tobacco on the palate. A bit drying on the finish, so drink it with rare beef or burgers to help bring that element into line. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",L'Ardi,9,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Acqui,,Vigne Regali 2003 L'Ardi  (Dolcetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2003-lardi-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dacqui/,Dolcetto,2003,Vigne Regali
13,White,South Africa,"With a golden hue and a fuller body than many other Sauvignon Blancs tasted from South Africa, this wine oozes mango and apple on the nose. It carries through with more apple and tropical fruit in the mouth and finish, and balancing acidity. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,12,88,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2004-sauvignon-blanc-paarl/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Seidelberg
,Red,US,"This is a young, tough wine, with big-time astringent tannins, which begs the question, will it age? There's primary blackberry and cherry fruit, and a streak of juicy acidity. It's not really drinkable now, but should improve through 2010.",Reserve,42,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sawkar 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawkar-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sawkar
,Red,Portugal,"This wine from the Alenquer DOC in the coastal Estremadura region is soft, smooth and generous. With its ripe damson fruits and light acidity, balanced with some dusty tannins, it is ready to drink. A great, warm wine that is designed to go with hearty winter meals. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Francos,35,88,Alenquer,,,DFJ Vinhos 2003 Francos Red (Alenquer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2003-francos-red-alenquer/,Portuguese Red,2003,DFJ Vinhos
,Red,Portugal,"A ripe, tarry-flavored wine, with great tannins and red berry fruits. With its layers of dryness, and sweet and sour acidity, this would be excellent with fatty meats. Will  age well over the next five years. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Quinta da Terrugem,20,88,Alentejo,,,Caves Aliança 2001 Quinta da Terrugem Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2001-quinta-terrugem-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2001,Caves Aliança
,White,US,"A nice blended Chardonnay that displays finely ripe tropical fruit flavors and bright acids, as well as a rich coating of oak. This is the winery's basic Chard and showcases their flamboyant, New World style.",Castello,28,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Testarossa 2004 Castello Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-castello-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Testarossa
13.5,White,South Africa,"Heavy notes of vanilla and caramel, char and menthol herald the oak in this wine. But on the palate the oak is well integrated with white stone fruit and crème brûlée flavors. Seemingly soft at first, this wine has a strong, fruity core that carries it right through the buttery finish. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",,19,88,Stellenbosch,,,Meerlust 2003 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerlust-2003-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2003,Meerlust
13.5,Red,Austria,"Seemingly picked really ripe, this Blaufränkisch marries the aromas and flavors of prunes, plums and black cherries with cedar and vanilla, then delivers them with fudge-like concentration and low acidity. Tannins are soft and supple, while the finish picks up a nice smoky note. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Klassik,22,88,Neusiedlersee,,,Pittnauer 2004 Klassik Blaufränkisch (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pittnauer-2004-klassik-other-red-blaufrankisch-neusiedlersee/,Blaufränkisch,2004,Pittnauer
13.5,Red,Chile,"Concha y Toro is getting Carmenère right. This affordable red is full bodied, with a fair amount of oak and bacon smothering plum and berry aromas. On the whole it's round, juicy and fresh, with lively flavors and good feel. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Casillero del Diablo,9,88,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Casillero del Diablo Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-casillero-diablo-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Concha y Toro
,Red,Portugal,"An unusual but successful blend, the Touriga Nacional giving structure, the Merlot giving softness. There is good concentration, layers of acidity, and a deep color from the partial foot treading in open lagares. Towards the end, spicy wood comes through from the barrel aging. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Quinta da Viçosa Touriga Merlot,26,88,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2003 Quinta da Viçosa Touriga Merlot Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2003-quinta-vicosa-touriga-merlot-red-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2003,J. Portugal Ramos
,Red,US,"Packs a wallop with classic Zin personality, a big, rich, likeable wine filled with thrillingly ripe blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors, and thick, gooey tannins. It's in your face, but has a subtlety and grace that belie the size.",,29,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2003 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2003-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Hunnicutt
12,White,Austria,"This medium-bodied GV is a textbook example, boasting hints of white pepper and anise on the nose, followed by flavors of apples, pears and spice. Finishes on a minerally note, with an almost dusty quality. Imported by Winemonger.com.",,10,88,Wachau,,,Högl 2003 Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogl-2003-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Högl
,Red,US,"This is a big, tough, gritty powerhouse of a Cabernet. It's probably an ager, tannic and very dry, packed with jammy cherry and blackberry fruit. Hold until 2009.",Beatty Ranch,80,88,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Highlands 2002 Beatty Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highlands-2002-beatty-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Highlands
,Red,Portugal,"A big, beefy wine from this southern version of Tinta Amarela, this is rich, solid and full of fine black currants. There is some wood, but it underlines the fruit and leaves a rich, satisfying, fresh wine but with structure. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,19,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2003 Trincadeira (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2003-portuguese-red-trincadeira-alentejano/,Trincadeira,2003,Herdade do Esporão
,Red,Chile,"Heady and intense, with leather, graphite and beef bouillon on the nose. Not at all jammy; it's tight at the core with plenty of acidity. Racy and aggressive for Shiraz. Imported by Vin Divino.",Lolol Gran Reserva,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2003 Lolol Gran Reserva Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2003-lolol-gran-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Casa Silva
,White,US,"Intense and focused in peach, pineapple and lime fruit, with a liberal coating of smoky oak and a creamy, leesy texture, this Chard has bright, high acidity that cleanses the palate. It finishes with powerfully ripe fruit.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2004 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2004-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Husch
,Red,Chile,"Full and ripe, with zero funk. It's juicy and tight, with a blast of pepper on the nose. Potent and structured, with moderate tannins. Features 15% Carmenère for softening purposes. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Adobe,,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viñedos Organicos Emiliana 2004 Adobe Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-organicos-emiliana-2004-adobe-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2004,Viñedos Organicos Emiliana
12.5,Red,France,"The new Véro series, named for Véronique, is clearly aimed at penetrating the New World market for varietally-labeled wines. It has some of the smoky, caramelly notes of domestic Pinot, but also ripe cherry-berry fruit and a pleasantly silky, tea-tinged finish.",,20,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Vero 2002  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vero-2002-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2002,Vero
,Red,Portugal,"One of the major Douro grapes, Touriga Franca was formerly known as Touriga Francesa until the French objected. Further south in the relatively cool conditions of Estremadura it makes this very perfumed wine, with a slight green character. It leaves very firm, dry tannins in the mouth. Would benefit from a year's aging. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Grand'Arte,15,88,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2004 Grand'Arte Touriga Franca (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2004-grandarte-portuguese-red-touriga-franca-estremadura/,Touriga Franca,2004,DFJ Vinhos
,Red,Chile,"Lots of toast, graphite and coal on the masculine nose. It's slightly herbal and rustic, but in a good way. The fruit is solid and ripe, with black cherry and chocolate riding front and center. Imported by Vin Divino.",Los Lingues Gran Reserva,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2003 Los Lingues Gran Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2003-los-lingues-gran-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Casa Silva
,Red,US,"This is a good regional wine, with tasty cherry pie, smoke and spice flavors. It has good acidity and an intense, spicy finish. Drink now.",,34,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Huber 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Huber
,Red,US,"Here's a solid effort that shows great Russian River character in the silky, velvety texture and fine acids that frame the red cherry, cola and mocha fruit. The flavors are powerfully forward, yet the wine has both elegance and subtlety. It wouldn't hurt to decant it for a few hours.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2004 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Hook & Ladder
,Red,France,"This Syrah-dominated blend is ripe, highly perfumed and has a lively mineral character. A ripe and vibrant wine flavored with dense, red fruits.",,22,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,Hecht & Bannier 2002 Red (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2002-red-saint-chinian/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Hecht & Bannier
,Red,US,"With just a trace of raisins, this wine flirts with being overripe, but wisely comes down on the side of balance. It's dry, full-bodied and rich, with deep chocolate and black raspberry flavors. This beautiful wine is a natural with barbecued beef or chicken.",Terra d'Oro,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 2003 Terra d'Oro Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2003-terra-doro-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Montevina
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This ruby-red wine has a lot to offer. It offers vanilla, spice, Maraschino cherry and cola in the nose, while the palate is packed with more cherry, vanilla, a mild minerality and some lemon notes. It finishes smooth, with coffee and spice. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,11,88,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2003 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2003-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2003,Nederburg
13.5,Red,Italy,"Herbal and cherry aromas emerge with airing, but this medium-bodied Barbaresco isn't all that aromatic. Cherry and cola flavors finish on a firm note, but the fruit holds up. Try in 5–8 years. Imported by Boisset America.",,40,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Beni di Batasiolo 2001  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2001-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Beni di Batasiolo
,White,US,"The high acidity that marks Husch's Chards also is found in this wine, which makes it super clean and vibrant. It's bone dry, with zesty citrus and fig flavors, and is a great example of this style in California. What a great value.",,12,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Husch
,Red,Chile,"A solid wine from 10-year-old vines; it is bright and fruity, with round, complete aromas and flavors that range from leather and mint to plum and toast. Nicely oaked and well made. Imported by GWFC-Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Reserva,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Viu Manent
14.3,White,US,"Not quite as ripe as the '03, this bottling has grass and hay notes alongside melons and figs. It's a dry, polished, elegant wine, easy to drink, and with quite a lot of complexity.",,32,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spottswoode 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spottswoode-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Spottswoode
13.5,White,Italy,"Hints of toasted almond mark the nose, followed by peach and apple scents. It's medium-bodied, with almond and peach flavors that flow easily across the palate, ending on a citrusy note. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",L'Altro,24,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Pio Cesare 2003 L'Altro Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2003-laltro-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,2003,Pio Cesare
14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and fruity, with a lot of licorice, cola, tree bark and plum aromas. Nicely balanced in the mouth, with dark plum flavors that feature a touch of smoked meat and earth. Chocolaty late, with enveloping tannins. Very respectable for the price. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Estate Bottled,12,88,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2004 Estate Bottled Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2004-estate-bottled-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2004,Lapostolle
12.5,Red,Austria,"This pretty, well-balanced wine starts off with scents of baked, jammy fruit and fresh cookie dough, while the flavors feature brighter, snappier cherry elements. Medium in weight, with almost sweet vanilla notes on the finish. Drink now, although it should hold for a few years because of its balance. Imported by Vin Divino.",Frauenkirchner Vom Stein,67,88,Burgenland,,,Umathum 2001 Frauenkirchner Vom Stein St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umathum-2001-frauenkirchner-vom-stein-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2001,Umathum
12.5,White,Austria,"A joint venture between Johann Donabaum and Franz-Josef Gritsch, Kalmuck has produced a debut bottling that packs in substantial white pepper notes backed by melony underpinnings. Relatively light-bodied, with a refreshing lime and pepper finish. Imported by Winemonger.com.",,13,88,Wachau,,,Kalmuck 2004 Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kalmuck-2004-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Kalmuck
,White,US,"This small appellation is a good, but little-known source of wonderfully crisp white wines. This Chard is dry but ripe in pineapple and vanilla cream flavors, with a rich coating of smoky oak. This is a good price for a wine of this complexity.",Riverstone,14,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2004 Riverstone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2004-riverstone-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2004,J. Lohr
,Red,Portugal,"A blend of Trincadeira, Aragonês, Syrah and Touriga Nacional, this is a refreshing, easy wine, with bright red fruit aromas and fresh flavors. There are red plum and spice flavors. Six months' wood aging leaves a touch of toast, and brings out the soft tannins. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Quatro Castas Reserva,20,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2002 Quatro Castas Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2002-quatro-castas-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2002,Herdade do Esporão
13.5,Red,Austria,"This blend of Blaufränkisch, Cabernet Franc and Zweigelt spent some time in oak, and it shows in the wine's caramel, cinnamon and vanilla aromas. But aside from the oak, there's also some lush fruit (brandied cherries) and a smooth mouthfeel. Seems ready to drink now, so why wait? Imported by Winemonger.com.",Solitaire,50,88,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2002 Solitaire Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2002-solitaire-red-burgenland/,Red Blend,2002,Feiler-Artinger
12,White,Italy,"Starts off smelling pretty standard, with apple, pear and melon scents mingling on the nose, then takes it a step further on the palate with bold, ripe tropical flavors playing against crisp, mouthwatering acids and minerals. Drink now.",Il Gavi,15,88,Piedmont,Gavi,,Dezzani 2004 Il Gavi  (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dezzani-2004-il-gavi-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2004,Dezzani
14,White,Chile,"Ripe and meaty, with olive and herbs along with solid blackberry aromas. More of a full-bodied, heavier wine; there's substance and tannin along with beefy fruit and a fair dose of chocolate and roasted tomato. Quite dark on the finish. A successful reach for a higher level. Imported by Vin Divino.",Los Lingues Gran Reserva,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2002 Los Lingues Gran Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2002-los-lingues-gran-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2002,Casa Silva
13,White,Austria,"This big, mouthfilling Riesling is loaded with tropical fruit and citrus flavors, although it starts off with more restrained aromas of peaches, mineral oil and flowershop greens. As the fruit recedes, the mineral qualities should come to the fore, adding character to this fruity wine. Imported by Vin Divino.",Grillenparz,27,89,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2004 Grillenparz Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2004-grillenparz-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2004,Stadt Krems
,Red,Portugal,"A smooth, elegant wine, with soft fruits which are overlain with dusty tannins. This is packed with ripe fruit, but also has structure, solid dry fruits and a layer of wood. A wine that impresses with its balance. Imported by Evaton, Inc.",Herdade do Peso Vinha do Monte,9,89,Alentejano,,,Sogrape 2003 Herdade do Peso Vinha do Monte Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2003-herdade-peso-vinha-monte-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Sogrape
13.5,Red,Austria,"Stumbles out of the blocks, with burnt rubber scents that take a while to recede, but then delivers crunchy black cherry flavors. Bold fruit and a crisp finish separate this Zweigelt from the rest of the pack. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Klassik,18,89,Burgenland,,,Pittnauer 2003 Klassik Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pittnauer-2003-klassik-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2003,Pittnauer
,White,US,"This well-priced Chard has rich, bright acidity and a firm minerality that frames ripe peach, mango, apricot and nectarine flavors, with a veneer of smoky, spicy oak.",Reserve,13,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2004-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Gallo of Sonoma
13.5,White,Austria,"To me, Knoll's wines are always among the lightest-bodied of the major Wachau producers, but they are exquisitely detailed, presenting their scents and flavors in a fine filigree. This one offers hints of celery and lettuce greens, melon and white pepper edged with traces of honeyed richness. Imported by Vin Divino.",Ried Kreutles Loibner Smaragd,35,89,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2004 Ried Kreutles Loibner Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2004-ried-kreutles-loibner-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Emmerich Knoll
,Red,Portugal,"This big, fruity wine shows the liveliness and vivacity of the Touriga Franca grape. It certainly has plenty of dry tannins, but it also has great blackberry fruits, some figs as well as tarry and violet perfumes. A delicious wine, ready to drink now, but will age over five years. Imported by Organic Vintners.",Reserva,,89,Douro,,,Casal dos Jordões 2003 Reserva Touriga Franca (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-jordoes-2003-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-franca-douro/,Touriga Franca,2003,Casal dos Jordões
,Red,Portugal,"An extravagantly fruity wine that has delicious ripe flavors. This blend of Trincadeira, Syrah and Alicante Bouschet comes together in a harmonious, full-flavored whole. No wood was used in maturation, and with such great black fruits, none was needed. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Monte de Cal Reserva,15,89,Alentejano,,,Dão Sul 2003 Monte de Cal Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2003-monte-cal-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Dão Sul
,Red,US,"This is the second vintage from this tiny winery. This is a bone-dry Pinot, dark and full-bodied. It's not a fruit bomb, but shows a controlled balance of rhubarb pie, cola, cherry and coffee flavors, wrapped in rich, sturdy tannins and a velvety texture. A little rustic now, this fine wine should develop further by 2007 and hold for several years.",,75,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gypsy Canyon 2004 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gypsy-canyon-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gypsy Canyon
,Red,US,"There's a big, sturdy spine of tannins in this wine, as you'd expect from the origin, but acids are soft. So lush is the blackberry and coffee fruit that it's drinkable now. Thoroughly dry, this single-vineyard Zin is elegant and balanced.",Beatty Ranch,30,89,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Highlands 2002 Beatty Ranch Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highlands-2002-beatty-ranch-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2002,Highlands
14.3,Red,Chile,"Spicy and dark, with deep aromas of plum and berry mixed with crude oil and red pepper flake. For sure this is a serious, well-crafted blend; the fruit is ripe and tasty, but there's also enveloping oak touches and finely managed tannins. Covers the mouth in a blanket of texture and flavor. Imported by The Global Vineyard.",Kuyen,23,89,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2003 Kuyen Syrah-Cabernet (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuyen-2003-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-maipo-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2003,Antiyal
13.5,Red,Austria,"Igler's top red is a blend of 40% Merlot, 40% Blaufränkisch and 20% Zweigelt, aged in oak for 21 months. The result is a wine redolent of cherries, tobacco and spice with a creamy, supple mouthfeel. Flavors lean toward cigar box and vanilla, with just enough cherry fruit in support. Drink now. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Ab Ericio,62,89,Burgenland,,,Hans Igler 2002 Ab Ericio Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-igler-2002-ab-ericio-red-burgenland/,Red Blend,2002,Hans Igler
,White,France,"A blend of lots from Montmains, Sécher and Vaillons, this is a crisp, minerally, chalky rendition of Chablis that adds just a touch of honey to the tart apple and citrus fruit flavors.",Premier Cru,29,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,Portugal,"The Portuguese version of Spanish Tempranillo, this Aragonês has a smooth, velvety character that shows bright black fruits, but also lively acidity, and a toasty flavor. This is a sophisticated wine, with dusty tannins giving extra structure. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,18,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2003 Aragonês (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2003-tempranillo-aragones-alentejano/,Aragonês,2003,Herdade do Esporão
,White,US,"Classic Edna Valley Chard, bright and zippy in acidity, with rich, purely etched flavors of Key lime pie and toasty oak. This sophisticated wine has a long, spicy finish.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2004 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Stephen Ross
,Red,Portugal,"Ripe, full-bodied and powerful, this is a delicious, velvety wine. The tannins are tamed by richness and wood flavors, and balanced with licorice flavors and opulent, jammy fruits. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Special Selection,35,89,Estremadura,,,Quinta de Pancas 2003 Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pancas-2003-special-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-estremadura/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Quinta de Pancas
14,Red,Chile,"Very pretty in color, and that makes sense: it's a Carignan/Syrah blend. Shows hard, rubbery aromas with plenty of black olive on the side. Sure in the mouth, with red plum flavors and healthy, if not heady, tannins. A serious wine that will show its true colors if aired out before drinking. Imported by Laird & Company.",Eclat,25,89,Maule Valley,,,Valdivieso 2002 Eclat Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2002-eclat-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Valdivieso
,Red,Portugal,"Dark in color, with full-bodied black fruit flavors and a savory minty character, this wine is solid, with dry tannins and some spiciness. The aftertaste is dry, with considerable acidity. Give this at least a year's aging. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Grand'Arte,15,89,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2004 Grand'Arte Alicante Bouschet (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2004-grandarte-other-red-alicante-bouschet-estremadura/,Alicante Bouschet,2004,DFJ Vinhos
,White,US,"Bright in acids and pure kiwi, lime and peach flavors. Oak plays the perfect foil, lending buttered toast and vanilla to this lovely, complex wine.",Christie Vineyard,26,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Storrs 2004 Christie Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storrs-2004-christie-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2004,Storrs
,Red,Italy,"On the traditional side of the spectrum, with scents of tar, prune and herbs followed by flavors of dried fruit and marinated meat. Round in the mouth, then clamps down on the finish with some drying tannins. Try in 2010. Imported by MV Imports.",,32,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pertinace 2001  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pertinace-2001-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Pertinace
12.5,White,Austria,"Features ripe fruit and citrus flavors, garnished by scents of apples, pears, peaches and a dusting of limestone. It's big and round in the mouth without being soft, ending on a lingering lemony note. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Vom Gelben Löss,22,89,Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2004 Vom Gelben Löss Riesling (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2004-vom-gelben-loss-riesling-donauland/,Riesling,2004,Josef Ehmoser
,Red,Portugal,"A big, dark wine that is full of black plums, figs and spice. Firm, dry tannins support the intense fruit flavors. Aging in French oak gives the wine a richness, a touch of vanilla and smooths the edges. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,15,89,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2004 Trincadeira (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2004-portuguese-red-trincadeira-alentejano/,Trincadeira,2004,J. Portugal Ramos
,Red,US,"I love this wine for its smooth, full-bodied exuberance, the way it just takes over the palate and rules. Flavors of wild berries, bitter dark chocolate and coffee are fat and fleshy, and best of all, totally dry, without being overly alcoholic. This is one of the best Zin buys of the year.",Pokerville,12,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Karly 2003 Pokerville Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karly-2003-pokerville-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Karly
,Red,Portugal,"For Esporão's winemaker, Australian David Baverstock, this Syrah must seem like a wine from home. He makes a rich, meaty wine, but it has more structure than a New World version, balancing acidity and firm, dry tannins against the sweetness of the fruit. Great to drink, but could age. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,19,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2003 Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2003,Herdade do Esporão
,Red,Portugal,"This is the first vintage from the Malhadinha Nova vineyard in the southern Alentejo. This wine, a blend of Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Aragonês and Alicante Bouschet, is one of an impressive range. With its deep, black fruits, smooth tannins and touch of vanilla, it is ready to drink, but should age over the next 2-3 years.",Monte da Peceguina,,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2004 Monte da Peceguina Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2004-monte-peceguina-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2004,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova
,Red,France,"One of the more exciting appellations in Languedoc, Faugères produces wines of considerable depth and flavor. This wine is no exception, displaying solid tannins coupled with juicy red fruits. It's an elegant wine with ripe fruit tempered by a cool, restrained element.",,24,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Hecht & Bannier 2002 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2002-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Hecht & Bannier
,White,US,"That brilliant Edna Valley acidity is hard at work here, etching the figgy, pineapply fruit flavors to purity. What a long, powerful finish. This is one fantastically tasty wine, and this is a good price for it.",Paragon,14,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2004 Paragon Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2004-paragon-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Edna Valley Vineyard
,Red,Portugal,"The renaissance estate that gives JP Vinhos its new name of Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal was the first in Portugal to have Cabernet Sauvignon in the vineyard, planted by its former American owner. It is an elegant rather than powerful wine, with a green character probably from the cool year. The tannins are very precise, poised and fine, with black currant flavors rounding the wine off. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Quinta da Bacalhôa,29,89,Terras do Sado,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2003 Quinta da Bacalhôa Cabernet Sauvignon (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2003-quinta-cabernet-sauvignon-terras-sado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal
,Red,US,"Fully dry, at the cost of 15.8% alcohol, this enormous Zin wears its size well. There's a Port-like, raisiny note, but it's more of a subtle seasoning than a takeover, and the wine is balanced in its own distinctively Zinny way.",100 Year Old Vines,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2003 100 Year Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2003-100-year-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Wellington
,Red,US,"Beautiful aromatics mark this luscious wine. It's bursting with sappy, cherry jam and cocoa notes, and tastes very ripe, almost sweet, with a fleshy, fat roundness. It's a late-picked wine, a little over the top and high in alcohol.",Sea Smoke,60,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2003 Sea Smoke Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2003-sea-smoke-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Foxen
,Red,US,"This wine shows great balance. It is smooth and sumptuous, with blackberry, herb, mocha and cola flavors. Oak plays a supportive, not an intrusive, role. It's a dry wine, with layers of complexity. An upscale second label from Liparita.",,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Enlace 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enlace-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Enlace
14.5,Red,Chile,"A well-oaked version, with ripe aromas touched up by plenty of aggressive resin and coconut. Also shows a lot of bright, zesty fruit and spice. Could be less oaky and still succeed; but like it is get ready for vanilla and more. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Single Vineyard,25,89,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2004 Single Vineyard Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2004-single-vineyard-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Errazuriz
13.9,White,Chile,"Cuvée Alexandre is top-flight Chilean Chardonnay, year in and year out. The '04 is crisp and full of tightly wound fruit flavors. Offsetting things are nut and toast notes that fit the wine perfectly. Generous enough but not too big and not at all flabby. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard,18,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2004 Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2004-cuvee-alexandre-atalayas-vineyard-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Lapostolle
13.5,Red,Chile,"Big and relaxed, with a nice perfume that includes spice and earth. Shows balance and firmness on the tongue, with hints of olive, toast and fudge. Exemplary Carmenère from a good vintage. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Casa La Joya Gran Reserve,13,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2003 Casa La Joya Gran Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2003-casa-joya-gran-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Viña Bisquertt
13.8,Red,US,"A solid effort. It hits all the correct varietal notes of dryness, full-bodiedness and balanced flavors of black currants, green olives and dried herbs. Has a tannic, sandpapery quality that will play well against lamb.",Sesquipedalian,30,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Cole Bailey 2003 Sesquipedalian Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cole-bailey-2003-sesquipedalian-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Cole Bailey
,White,US,"California Chardonnay is easy to get ripe, but it's hard to get proper acids to boost and brighten the fruit. This cool-climate Chard does it effortlessly. It's a succulent sipper, filled with vibrant peach tart and pineapple custard flavors and that bright, tart acidity.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Taz 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Taz
13,Red,Italy,"This appealingly tender Dolcetto boasts floral aromas backed by ripe plums and black cherries. Medium-bodied, it shows good length on the velvety-supple finish. Imported by Zonin USA.",,12,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Monferrato,,Castello del Poggio 2003  Dolcetto di Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-2003-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-monferrato/,Dolcetto,2003,Castello del Poggio
,Red,US,"From this warmish county, inland from Napa, comes this dark, soft, dry, tannic wine that's saved by its enormous palate of fruit. The blackberries, cherries, mocha, plums and blueberries are hugely rich and savory. Try with short ribs or barbecued ribs slathered with your most delicious sauce.",Shannon Ridge Vineyard,30,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Two Angels 2004 Shannon Ridge Vineyard Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-angels-2004-shannon-ridge-vineyard-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2004,Two Angels
,Red,US,"Contrasted with the winery's very good regular Sangiovese, released at the same time, this is far deeper. It's a medium-bodied, delicate wine, packed with delicious cherry and oaky-vanilla flavors wrapped in soft tannins. What's notable is the balance, harmony and elegance. Try with veal scallopine.",Riserva,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Vino Noceto 2002 Riserva Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-noceto-2002-riserva-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2002,Vino Noceto
,Red,US,"A big, extracted, jammy Santa Lucia Pinot. It oozes cherries, black raspberries, mocha and smoky char, but is dry and rich in sweet, ripe tannins, with a silky smooth texture. This is an immature wine that needs a couple years to come together.",Garys Vineyard,44,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2003 Garys Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2003-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Roar
,Red,US,"From a warmer part of this complex appellation comes this lovely Merlot, which despite some gritty tannins has a soft voluptuousness. It has deep flavors of plums and savory fresh herbs, and isn't too oaky. It's a fine wine now with a nice steak and gorgonzola butter sauce, but has the integrity to age for a decade.",Reserve,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Sawkar 2003 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawkar-2003-reserve-merlot-sonoma-mountain/,Merlot,2003,Sawkar
,Red,US,"If you have a friend who doesn't get cool-climate Pinot, turn her on to this. It's dry, balanced and wonderfully silky, with luscious varietal flavors of cherries, cola and woodspice, and a hint of rich cassis on the finish. It's a lovely wine.",,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Oasis 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oasis-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Oasis
14,Red,Italy,"This powerfully built 2001 boasts a complex palate of aromas and flavors, ranging from tea and cocoa to leather, spice and cherries. The finish bodes well for the future, combining mouthwatering length and firm tannins with great fruit intensity. Drink 2010–2020. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Rapet,42,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ca'Romè 2001 Rapet  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-2001-rapet-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Ca'Romè
,Red,Portugal,"A huge, deep-colored wine, with intense, juicy fruit flavors and a layer of dry tannin. Touriga Nacional, Trincadeira and Alicante Bouschet are blended, with the Touriga showing dominance, giving a serious, solid structure, black fruits and dusty texture. Very ripe, this still has aging potential. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Consensus,35,90,Ribatejo,,,DFJ Vinhos 2003 Consensus Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2003-consensus-red-ribatejo/,Portuguese Red,2003,DFJ Vinhos
,Red,US,"A classic regional Cab. It's soft, with melted tannins, but the important thing is the complexity of flavor. Cherries, black currants, cocoa, anise and dried herbs, as well as toasty oak, mingle on a rich finish. This fine wine should develop well over the next 10 years.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Alexander Valley Vineyards
,Red,Portugal,"A delicious, perfumed wine, with intense, ripe, juicy blueberry flavors. It's dark, dense and packed with richness and opulence. Underneath, though, there are tannins, and the wine should age well over five years. “Grande Escolha” indicates a limited release and special selection. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Tinto da Anfora Grande Escolha,29,90,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2003 Tinto da Anfora Grande Escolha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2003-tinto-anfora-grande-escolha-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2003,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal
,Red,France,"This powerful, earthy wine, produced by negociants Gregory Hecht and François Bannier, exudes southern warmth. It is packed with tannins and rich, dense black fruit flavors touched with herbs. This is a wine that just speaks of the tough soils of the Languedoc; will certainly age over several years.",Origine Jonquières,25,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Hecht & Bannier 2002 Origine Jonquières Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2002-origine-jonquieres-red-coteaux/,Red Blend,2002,Hecht & Bannier
14,Red,Italy,"A creamy-textured, supple Barolo with strong oak overtones, it boasts aromas of coffee and vanilla layered over black cherries. It's nicely balanced in terms of alcohol and acid, with a creamy mouthfeel and dried-spice notes on the finish. Give it a few years in the hope that the oak recedes over time. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Ornato,146,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 2001 Ornato  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2001-ornato-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Pio Cesare
,Red,Portugal,"Marqués de Borba is one of Portugal's bestselling brands. This Reserva version, aged in wood, and in bottle, is richer and more intense in flavor than the normal version, but it still has the same attractively old-fashioned, ripe, tarry fruit flavors and layers of acidity. Drink now. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Marquês de Borba Reserva,48,90,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2000 Marquês de Borba Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2000-marques-de-borba-reserva-red-alentejo-54092/,Portuguese Red,2000,J. Portugal Ramos
,White,US,"That crisp Monterey acidity accompanies this Chard all the way, boosting and brightening the pineapple custard, coconut cream pie and vanilla spice flavors. It's a rich, decadent wine that finishes with a honeyed sweetness.",Arroyo Vista Vineyard,25,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2003 Arroyo Vista Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2003-arroyo-vista-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2003,J. Lohr
,Red,Portugal,"A powerful, elegant wine, pulsating with big black fruit flavors, and firmly dominated by tannins from the wine and the wood aging. This is a serious, concentrated wine, which shows the breeding of Portugal's finest grape variety. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,19,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2003 Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2003-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2003,Herdade do Esporão
,Red,US,"This is the quintessential Napa Petite Sirah: rich, balanced and enormously fruity. It's really as good as Pet gets; it's a firm, chunky dry wine, with the variety's distinctively shabby-chic personality.",Thomann Station,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stephen Ross 2003 Thomann Station Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2003-thomann-station-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Stephen Ross
13.5,White,Austria,"Full-bodied, with a soft, round mouthfeel that fits well with the scents of white pepper and ripe peaches. Mineral and melon flavors ease across the palate, ending on a long, minerally and subtly peppery note. Imported by Vin Divino.",Pfaffenberg,33,90,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2004 Pfaffenberg Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2004-pfaffenberg-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Rainer Wess
,Red,US,"This wine is almost over the top. If it had any more ripe, jammy fruit, it would be. As it is, it's balanced enough in tannins and acids so that the flood of blackberry pie and mocha flavors go only so far before dryness and structure kick in to check. Those tannins are a modern-day wonder, ripe, sweet and sturdy.",La Herradura Vineyard,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spencer Roloson 2003 La Herradura Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-2003-herradura-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Spencer Roloson
14,White,Italy,"Cesare's top Chard is a winner, balancing toasty, mealy notes from oak aging with honeyed peaches from fully ripe grapes. Hints of butter garnish this full-bodied wine, which ends with mingling nuances of citrus and toasted nuts. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Piodilei,49,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Pio Cesare 2003 Piodilei Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2003-piodilei-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2003,Pio Cesare
,Red,US,"The flavor profile of this single vineyard wine is almost identical to Foxen's Tinaquiac bottling, but this is a much softer wine, without the brilliant acidity marking its cool-climate cousin. The blackberry, cherry, mocha and oak flavors finish long, smooth and very satisfying.",Williamson Dore Vineyard,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2003 Williamson Dore Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2003-williamson-dore-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2003,Foxen
14.5,Red,Chile,"Solid as a soldier and convincing despite its unconventional components, which include Pinot Noir Syrah, among others. It's probably more of a wine for now than for storing; the palate is ripe and supple, with a lot of extract, cola and brown sugar. Tannic but not hard. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Borobo,65,90,Rapel Valley-Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2001 Borobo Red (Rapel Valley-Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2001-borobo-red-rapel-valley-casablanca-valley/,Red Blend,2001,Lapostolle
,Red,Portugal,"Portugal Ramos believes that Syrah has great potential in the Alentejo, and this wine, with its ripe fruits, perfumed aromas and ripe, earthy character shows why. There is richness as well as elegance, but power is the main aspect of this deeply flavored wine. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,16,90,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2004 Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2004,J. Portugal Ramos
,White,US,"From an estate in the appellation's tenderloin, an intensely minerally, high-acid wine with bright citrus flavors and lots of sweet, flashy oak that adds a vanilla-cream richness. This is unusually food-friendly and versatile for a Chardonnay.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Huber 2004 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Huber
13,Red,Italy,"Features plenty of bold cherry aromas tinged with dried spices, but there's also a hint of elevated alcohol on the nose. Big, full-bodied and tannic, with dried fruit flavors that show a hint of overripeness. Long and powerful on the finish. Imported by Clicquot Inc.",Bricco Asili,116,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 2001 Bricco Asili  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2001-bricco-asili-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Ceretto
14,Red,Italy,"Features delicate cherry and herbal notes on the nose, then intensifies on the palate, adding complex spice touches to the mix. Medium-bodied, with a fresh, mouthwatering finish. Drink now–2015. Imported by VinUS Inc.",Santo Stefano,38,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Neive 2000 Santo Stefano  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2000-santo-stefano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2000,Castello di Neive
,Red,Portugal,"This powerful, dry wine shows all the density and structure of the Douro's most famous grape variety. Offers solid black fruit, followed through by intense acidity, and a satisfying black currant fruit taste. This is certainly the most impressive wine in this Grand'Arte range. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Grand'Arte,15,90,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2003 Grand'Arte Touriga Nacional (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2003-grandarte-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-estremadura/,Touriga Nacional,2003,DFJ Vinhos
13.5,Red,Italy,"Reasonably priced, Batasiolo's 2001 Barolo features a knockout bouquet of roses, cherries and white chocolate, followed up by flavors of cherries and chocolate. It's relatively light in body for Barolo, yet despite a certain delicacy also shows great tensile strength in its long, tannic finish. Imported by Boisset America.",,37,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Beni di Batasiolo 2001  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2001-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Beni di Batasiolo
13.5,Red,Austria,"No doubt this is a modernist?s rendition of St. Laurent, with its notes of smoke, cinnamon, toast and vanilla, but what stands out is this wine?s velvety mouthfeel, vibrant black cherry fruit and long, mouthwatering finish. Imported by Prescott Wines.",,27,90,Burgenland,,,Hillinger 2003 St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hillinger-2003-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2003,Hillinger
14,Red,Italy,"Some slightly smoky, herbal notes add an extra dimension to this full-bodied, richly textured wine that pumps out ripe black cherry flavors from the start all the way through the long, mouthwatering finish. Imported by Vias Imports.",Siri D'Jermu,29,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Pecchenino 2003 Siri D'Jermu  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2003-siri-djermu-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2003,Pecchenino
,Red,Italy,"Ripe black-cherry fruit is framed by lashings of vanilla and dried spice in this lush yet tannic Barolo that ends with a mouthfeel like chewy velvet. Throughout, there's a charred-roasted caramel note that stands a bit apart from the rest of the wine. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Nei Cannubi,100,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2001 Nei Cannubi  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2001-nei-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Poderi Luigi Einaudi
,Red,Portugal,"Portugal's icon grape has only recently made it out of northern Portugal, but it obviously thrives in the Alentejo. This 100% Touriga Nacional has elegance, fine acidity, ripe juicy black fruits, and layers of dry, but soft tannins. With its wood flavors, this is a wine for aging over 5 years. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",,43,90,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2003 Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2003-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2003,Cortes de Cima
,Red,Portugal,"This estate on the outskirts of Lisbon has a 17th-century castle as well as 240 acres of vines. This is a serious blend of Touriga Nacional, Syrah and Alicante Bouschet with great, dark tannins, as well as flavors of red plums. It is still young—give it 4 or 5 years, but it will age well. Best Buy. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Quinta do Gradil,6,90,Estremadura,,,Dão Sul 2003 Quinta do Gradil Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2003-quinta-gradil-red-estremadura/,Portuguese Red,2003,Dão Sul
14.5,White,US,"Dark, rich, deep and full-bodied, this is a classic Petite Sirah. It's bone dry, with sturdy tannins and good acids framing impressively ripe flavors of blackberries, coffee and sweet leather. Drink now through 2015.",,32,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trinitas 2003 Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2003-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Trinitas
14.5,White,Austria,"Hints of jalapeñ¯ ¯il and stone fruits mingle easily on the nose of this intriguing wine. On the palate, big, mouthfilling flavors of mineral and peach end on a spicy-peppery note. True to the variety, and possessed of a distinct sense of harmony. Imported by Prescott Wines.",Grand Gr?e=,22,90,Kamptal,,,Steininger 2004 Grand Gr?e= Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steininger-2004-grand-gr-e-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Steininger
13.5,White,Austria,"A bit reticent on the nose, offering little more than hints of honey and peppery spice. It's much more expressive in the mouth, where it delivers melon, pear and liquid minerals via a full, oily-textured mouthfeel. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Smaragd Kollmitz,25,90,Wachau,,,Machherndl 2003 Smaragd Kollmitz Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/machherndl-2003-smaragd-kollmitz-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Machherndl
14.1,White,US,"Showing great varietal character, this wine is bone dry, high in acids and clean, with intense, long-lasting flavors of lemongrass, fig, melon and vanilla-spice. It's a refreshing sipper and shows California Sauvignon near its best.",Sesquipedalian,18,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Cole Bailey 2004 Sesquipedalian Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cole-bailey-2004-sesquipedalian-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Cole Bailey
,Red,US,"Schug's estate Carneros bottling represents a less popular style today, one of control and balance. Not for this winery gobs of extract and jam. They like their acidity and modest alcohol, which means a leaner Pinot. But it's an elegant, complex accompaniment to food, and will age for a decade.",,22,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Schug
13.5,Red,Italy,"Unusually full-bodied and creamy textured for a Barbera, but also unusually good, with vibrant black-cherry fruit artfully framed by hints of vanilla and cinnamon. The long, mouthwatering finish is a treat. Drink now. Imported by Vintus LLC.",,29,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Sandrone 2003  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2003-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2003,Sandrone
,Red,US,"Of the three new designated Cabs this winery has out now, this is the most elegant and accessible. It has polished, fine tannins and a silky mouthfeel framing intense blackberry and currant flavors, and is totally dry. But it's a young wine that needs a good five years to show its stuff.",Adams Knoll,35,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2002 Adams Knoll Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2002-adams-knoll-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Murphy-Goode
,White,France,"Befitting a premier cru, there's a hint of honeyed ripeness to this wine's aromas and flavors. Sweetened lime notes accent apples and pears on the palate, ending in a rush of ripe fruit and minerals.",Montmains Premier Cru,33,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2004 Montmains Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,US,"A smooth, supple, easy-drinking but complex wine that shows many of the same qualities of the Cabernets of the parent company, Liparita. The wine is dry and balanced, with firm but pliant tannins supporting tiers of cassis and oak. Should hold well for five years.",,26,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Enlace 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enlace-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Enlace
,Red,Portugal,"Great red berry fruits mark this wine made from Portugal's Tempranillo. But it also has typical firm Portuguese dry tannins and a solid structure, which are underlined by the 6 months' wood aging. A powerful, dense wine that will age over the next 5 years.",Aragonês da Peceguina,,90,Alentejo,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2004 Aragonês da Peceguina Aragonês (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2004-aragones-da-peceguina-tempranillo-aragones-alentejo/,Aragonês,2004,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova
,Red,Italy,"Marked by 18 months in oak, this blend of Nebbiolo, Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon boasts scents of coffee, leather, vanilla and humus. Creamy-textured, with tremendously supple tannins, it's flashy, but don't be deceived—there's a deep core of cherry fruit at its center. Drink now–2010. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Monprá,46,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Conterno Fantino 2002 Monprá Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-2002-monpra-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2002,Conterno Fantino
14.5,Red,Chile,"A lot of handiwork went into this wine; that much you can tell. The nose is loaded with heavy, oak-based aromas of coconut, butter and brown sugar. There's also intense dark fruit sitting beneath, and ultimately it all comes together in a modern, fruit-forward way. Not all that herbal or rugged; it's very polished and not terribly varietal. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Terrunyo,28,90,Cachapoal Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2003 Terrunyo Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2003-terrunyo-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"From a very cool climate comes this high acid, brightly etched Pinot. It's not an opulent charmer, or a superripe bruiser, but shows those qualities of elegance and delicacy that mark great Pinot Noir.",Grand Firepeak Cuvée Firepeak Vineyard,38,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2003 Grand Firepeak Cuvée Firepeak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2003-grand-firepeak-cuvee-firepeak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Baileyana
14,Red,Italy,"Great Barbera, perfectly matured and bargain priced. Intense blackberry fruit sports accents of vanilla on the nose, but the flavors show hardly any trace of oak, instead emphasizing cherry and plum. Lushly textured, with a long, tangy finish. Imported by VinUS Inc.",Mattarello,18,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Castello di Neive 2000 Mattarello  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2000-mattarello-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2000,Castello di Neive
,Red,US,"If you're into aging Pinot Noir, here's one to lay down with a reasonable certainty. It's young, with a silky texture, and the oak, acids, alcohol and fruit haven't knit together yet. But it's massive in dark cherry, pomegranate and blackberry flavors. If you must drink it now, decant it. Even overnight isn't too long.",Allen Vineyard,75,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-russian-river-valley-52499/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
14.5,Red,Italy,"A top-notch Dolcetto virtually every year, Einaudi's 2003 Vigna Tecc features masses of bold dark fruit (black cherries and plums), some tarry notes and hints of dried spices (cinnamon and clove). This big, full-bodied, tannic Dolcetto needs another year or two of cellaring, then should drink well until 2012. Impressive. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Vigna Tecc,27,91,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2003 Vigna Tecc  (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2003-vigna-tecc-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2003,Poderi Luigi Einaudi
,Red,Italy,"This plump, full-bodied Barolo features an almost creamy texture, making it attractive in the relatively short term (5–8 years). Fatty, cedary notes on the nose are joined by superripe black cherries and dried spices. Finishes long, with plush tannins. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Costa Grimaldi,86,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2001 Costa Grimaldi  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2001-costa-grimaldi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Poderi Luigi Einaudi
11.5,Dessert,Austria,"A fantastic value in eiswein, this brilliantly balanced offering blends intense dried apricot, quince and bergamot aromas with flavors that are sweet but not cloying. Citrus and melon notes take charge of the midpalate. Because of its balancing acidity, serve this with foie gras rather than dessert. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Eiswein,19,91,Burgenland,,,Manfred Weiss 1999 Eiswein Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-weiss-1999-eiswein-gruner-veltliner-burgenland/,Grüner Veltliner,1999,Manfred Weiss
,Red,Portugal,"This finely crafted wine, with its perfumed, juicy, solid character, is both powerful and elegant. It is certainly dry in the approved Portuguese manner, but the fruit powers through the tannins and leaves a rich aftertaste. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Só,25,91,Terras do Sado,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2003 Só Syrah (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2003-so-shiraz-syrah-syrah-terras-sado/,Syrah,2003,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal
14.5,Red,Italy,"This medium-bodied wine is firmly structured, with solid doses of acids and tannins to keep it focused. Dried cherries, leather, prune and herb flavors pick up shadings of cedar and tobacco on the finish. Try in 2012. Imported by MV Imports.",Vigneto Marcarini,45,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pertinace 2001 Vigneto Marcarini  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pertinace-2001-vigneto-marcarini-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Pertinace
,Red,Portugal,"The estate wine of Esporão is a big, powerful blend of Trincadeira, Aragonês and Cabernet Sauvignon, with great structure and fruit. It is dense, with dark, firm tannins and powerful, ripe black fruits. Acidity and dryness give this wine the possibility of good aging. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Esporão Reserva,16,91,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2002 Esporão Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2002-esporao-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2002,Herdade do Esporão
14,Red,Chile,"Headlines include a richly perfumed nose with pulsing plum and berry along with spicy black fruit in the mouth. Last but not least there's charcoal, cola and melting vanilla on the finish. A really fine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Cabernet Franc. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Catalina,38,91,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2002 Catalina Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2002-catalina-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Santa Ema
,White,US,"The fruit isn't superrich, but what's so likeable about this wine is its Chablis-like mineral intensity, although it's also well-oaked. Under the wet stone and flint is a polished layer of white peach.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,39,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Testarossa 2004 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-sanford-benedict-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Testarossa
,Red,US,"Lots of bright cherry fruit marks this dry, young wine. It's fairly tannic, with good acidity. If you play with it in the mouth, the flavors really explode, coating the palate with sweet cherry essence complexed with fine oak. This is a big, young, exuberant wine that requires ample decanting.",Bucher Vineyard,49,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Bucher Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-bucher-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"Released at 4-plus years of age, this is still a young, fresh wine. It has complex cherry compote, cola and crushed hard spice flavors, with a delicate overlay of oak, and is very dry and well acidified. It makes you wish there were far more Pinot planted in this rapidly urbanizing area.",,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Storrs 2001 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storrs-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2001,Storrs
,Red,US,"Dry, crisp and tannic. It is not a soft, opulent fruit bomb, but a wine of structure. That's not to say it doesn't have fruit, because it does—mainly cherry and blackberry compote. But those authoritative tannins give the heft needed for medium-term aging. Drink now through 2010.",,28,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kent Rasmussen 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kent Rasmussen
,Red,Portugal,"The estate wine of Cortes de Cima is an all-encompassing blend of Aragonês, Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Trincadeira and Cabernet Sauvignon. Somehow it all works, producing a wine that has depth of flavor and solid tannins, as well as intense juicy black flavors and fine finishing acidity. Drink after 3–5 years. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",,18,91,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2002 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2002-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2002,Cortes de Cima
,Red,US,"Powerful aromatics launch this wine, which is bursting with pure cherry, raspberry, cola, rhubarb pie, beetroot and oak notes. Totally dry, and tart in acids, it's big and young, a little brawny now. Should mellow and knit together with a year or so in the cellar.",Ashley's,50,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Ashley's Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-ashleys-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Brewer-Clifton
,Red,US,"The aroma alone suggests a well-ripened, classically structured Cabernet, and the wine doesn't let you down. It's dry and delicious, with cassis and fine oak flavors, and lush, smooth tannins.",,26,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,White Oak
,White,Austria,"Combines scents of peach pit and vegetable oil in an intriguing bouquet that seems to expand with airing. Rich and slightly oily-textured in the mouth, with flavors of peach, melon and liquified minerals, finishing long and refreshing. Imported by Vin Divino.",Loibenberg,33,91,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2004 Loibenberg Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2004-loibenberg-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Rainer Wess
,Red,US,"With a preponderance of Stags Leap fruit, this 100% Cabernet is aggressive in tannins. It's not at all ready to drink now, so astringent and dusty is it. But the core is rich in black currant and cherry fruit, and the wine should develop, despite being low in acidity. Best after 2009.",Limited,100,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2002 Limited Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2002-limited-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Silverado
,Red,US,"Soft and oaky, this is a young wine whose parts haven't come together. There's plenty of fruit flavor, with cherries and red currants lasting long and deep, and the tannins are rich and creamy. This is a wine to stash for five to ten years, and allow to mellow and gain bottle complexity.",,45,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Robert Mondavi
12,Sparkling,US,"Here's a polished, elegant wine, very dry, with delicate flavors of citrus rind, bread dough and yeast, toast and vanilla. It's has a lightness and charm on the palate that make it irresistible.",Brut,16,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Scharffenberger NV Brut Sparkling (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scharffenberger-nv-brut-sparkling-mendocino-county-49868/,Sparkling Blend,,Scharffenberger
,White,US,"There's good cat pee and bad cat pee. This is the good stuff. The complex array of flavors includes gooseberries, lime zest, sweet green grass and grapefruit, and the wine is totally dry, with good acidity. I had this with scallops wrapped in prosciutto and it was a great match.",,16,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mason Cellars 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mason-cellars-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Mason Cellars
,Red,US,"With a little Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this wine is softer and more immediately approachable than Silverado's other current Cabs, although like them, it's fairly tannic. Rich in currant and cassis fruit, it's an elegant powerhouse.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Silverado
14,Red,Chile,"Caballo Loco, now in its seventh edition, ranks as one of Chile's most consistent ultrapremium reds. It's spicy and deep on the nose, with dark berry and ripe cherry at its core. Shows the slightest hint of cappuccino on the pleasant finish. Woody but balanced. Imported by Laird & Company.",Caballo Loco Number Seven,35,91,Lontué Valley,,,Valdivieso NV Caballo Loco Number Seven Red (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-nv-caballo-loco-number-seven-red-lontue-valley/,Red Blend,,Valdivieso
13.5,White,Austria,"Slighty nutty-smelling at first, but that gives way to floral, fresh green notes alongside citrus and pear. It's on the full-bodied side, with pear and melon fruit accented by greens and a dusting of mineral. Long on the finish, seeming to build in intensity over time. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Aurum,32,91,Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2004 Aurum Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2004-aurum-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Josef Ehmoser
13.5,Red,Italy,"The barrique regime at Conterno Fantino seems to work wonders for this Barbera, adding just the right amount of menthol, vanilla, cinnamon and chocolate to the black cherry flavors. Long and supple on the finish, with a creamy mouthfeel. Drink now. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Vignota,27,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Conterno Fantino 2003 Vignota  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-2003-vignota-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2003,Conterno Fantino
14,Red,Italy,"A modern, creamy-textured Barolo, layered with new wood that needs some time to integrate with the fine underlying material. Tobacco, vanilla and cedar dominate ight now, but with time those scents should subside and make way for cherry and spice nuances. Try in 2010. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Vigna Cerretta,78,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ca'Romè 2001 Vigna Cerretta  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-2001-vigna-cerretta-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Ca'Romè
14.6,Red,US,"From a producer that thoroughly understands Napa Bordeaux wines comes this classically proportioned blend, which is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon. It impresses by its balance, elegance and richness. The blackberry and cherry flavors are enriched with oak, leading to a long and satisfying finish. Drink now through 2010.",Élu,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2001 Élu Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2001-elu-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,St. Supéry
14.1,Red,US,"The estate is in St. Helena. The wine is dry, tannic and too young, an obvious cellar candidate. Those tannins mask the underlying core of black cherry, black currant and cocoa fruit. This is a lovely, fine Cabernet, rich and supple, that should start showing well by 2010.",Estate,110,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spottswoode 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spottswoode-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Spottswoode
,Red,Portugal,"A special selection from Portugal's largest wine company, showing huge, concentrated flavors of dark black fruits and powerful tannins. The wine is opulent, intense but also elegant. It's a wine of style, which would certainly repay aging, but which also is delicious to drink now. Imported by Evaton, Inc.",Reserva,15,92,Alentejo,,,Sogrape 2002 Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2002-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2002,Sogrape
,Red,US,"This is the most forward and varietally representative of the winery's current Sonoma releases. It's a Russian River Valley classic, showing ripe cherry, cola, rhubarb and coffee flavors, with a mealy chewiness. The texture is silky, the acidity fine. It's big and bone dry, and should benefit from a few years in the cellar.",Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard,72,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-rochioli-riverblock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
13.5,Red,Italy,"Lovely stuff, showing much better fruit than the 2000 did. Slightly floral on the nose (like rose petals), but complex and earthy as well, with hints of iron ore, black cherries and tobacco. This is 85% Dolcetto, 15% Nebbiolo, and is nicely balanced, with masses of soft tannins on the finish. Drink now–2010. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Bricco del Drago,35,92,Piedmont,Langhe,,Poderi Colla 2001 Bricco del Drago Dolcetto (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2001-bricco-drago-italian-red-dolcetto-langhe/,Dolcetto,2001,Poderi Colla
,Red,France,"The top wine from the Buzet cooperative is this splendidly ripe, rich blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a small amount of Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged for a year in new oak, it is ripe and smooth, and  packed with tannins and dense fruit. An impressive wine that is showing well now, and will for another 5-6 years.",Grande Réserve,30,92,Southwest France,Buzet,,Vignerons de Buzet 1998 Grande Réserve Red (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buzet-1998-grande-reserve-red-buzet/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Vignerons de Buzet
,Red,US,"From Bob Pepi, a classically structured wine that showcases how beautifully ripe Napa Cab can get, and how rich the tannins can be, grown in the right terroir and made by the right hands. The wine is dry and powerful in cassis and currant flavors that are well-oaked, and it has the body and firmness to age. Drink now through 2012.",,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eponymous 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Eponymous
13,Red,Italy,"Like Ceretto's other 2001 Barolos, Prapó is beautifully balanced. It's fresh and fruity without being candied or simple; meaty and earthy without being heavy or dull. Bright red fruit mingles easily with dusty earth, finishing with powdery-feeling tannins and a refreshing hint of anise. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Prapó,75,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2001 Prapó  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2001-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Ceretto
,Red,US,"Here's a dark, dense Pinot, brooding under its cloak of tannins and acids. It's absolutely dry, with intense cherry pie, cola, root beer and oak flavors. If you drink it now without decanting, you'll find a tough, hard wine. Let it breathe for a day, and it will begin to suggest its charms. Or let it develop naturally in the cellar for six years.",Peay Vineyard,49,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2003 Peay Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-peay-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"This block selection combines the richness of the winery's Adams Knoll Cab with the tannic inaccessibility of the Sarah Block. The result is a wine that needs age. It displays its appellation's herbal, tobaccoey personality, with a solid core of cherry and blackberry fruit. Best to cellar until 2008, and should hold well beyond that.",Terra A Lago #4,45,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2002 Terra A Lago #4 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2002-terra-a-lago-4-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Murphy-Goode
,White,US,"This is 100% barrel fermented, with complete malo; a rich, bright, crisp and pure wine. It's enormously flavorful in key lime pie and toasty, smoky  notes, and firmly acidic. Finishes with a honeyed sweetness.",Limited Selection,32,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2003 Limited Selection Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2003-limited-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2003,Gainey
,Red,Portugal,"A beautifully crafted wine, layering dusty fruits and tannins with new wood flavors. This is a warm, rich wine, which also manages to have a great structure balanced with acidity and juicy fruit. This is a great start to a new project in the southern Alentejo.",Malhadinha,,92,Alentejo,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2004 Malhadinha Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2004-malhadinha-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2004,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova
,Red,Portugal,"Terrugem in the Borba region was acquired by Aliança in 1991, and now has 147 acres of vines. Bringing together the winemaking talents of Francisco Atunes and Bordelais Pascal Chatonnet, this is the top wine from the estate. It is smooth, polished, packed with dry tannins, as well as intense blackberry jelly flavors. This is a fine, deep-flavored wine, great for sophisticated cooking or just some good pork. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",T Quinta da Terrugem,57,92,Alentejo,,,Caves Aliança 2002 T Quinta da Terrugem Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2002-t-quinta-terrugem-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2002,Caves Aliança
,Red,US,"This is a big, full-bodied wine, huge in fruit, yet it has the silky elegance that Pinot needs. It's bone dry, with adequate acidity and a young, unresolved mouthfeel. There's a tremendous core of baked cherry pie fruit, drizzled with cinnamon and vanilla. Cellar this puppy for a couple years, or decant for up to 24 hours now.",Flax Vineyard,54,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Flax Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-flax-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"This is the best Cabernet I recall ever having from the Atlas Peak appellation. It's a deeply satisfying wine, dry and full bodied, with thick, but fine, tannins and rich flavors of black  currants and oak. Best now and through 2007.",,47,92,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Elan 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elan-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Elan
,Red,US,"Here's a rich, young, sappy wine. It's full-bodied, yet silky and elegant. It has delicious, complex flavors of cherries, raspberries and chocolate that are boosted by crisp acidity, with a smooth, satiny finish. Just yummy.",Limited Selection,48,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2003 Limited Selection Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2003-limited-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Gainey
,White,US,"Here's a fancy wine. It's made with full-blown Burgundian techniques, including barrel fermentation and sur lies aging. Every care was taken to preserve the fruity freshness. The peach, apricot, pineapple and honeysuckle flavors have a rich edge of smoky oak and vanilla, offset by fine acidity, and the finish is very dry. This is one of the best Sauvignon-Sémillon blends out there.",Virtú,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2004 Virtú White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2004-virtu-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2004,St. Supéry
,Red,US,"Mainly from To Kalon grapes, this dark, young wine is not showing its best now. It hasn't pulled the oak, alcohol, acids, tannins and fruit together into a seamless package. The individual parts stick out, nakedly, yet possess an innate balance. Mondavi Reserves age well; this one should start to open by 2010 and hold for years after.",Reserve,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Robert Mondavi
,Red,Portugal,"A classic Douro blend of Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and 5% Touriga Nacional, this wine comes from vines in São João de Pesqueira. It is very classy and elegant, with very ripe tannins, powerful black fruits and intense, perfumed flavors. This wine could certainly age for 5–10 years. Imported by Organic Vintners.",Colheita Seleccionada,,92,Douro,,,Quinta da Esteveira 2003 Colheita Seleccionada Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-esteveira-2003-colheita-seleccionada-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta da Esteveira
,Red,US,"True to form, winemaker Bob Cabral has crafted a humungous Zin, with 16.2% alcohol and the ripest flavors imaginable. Dry, with tremendous blackberry and cherry marmalade flavors that finish in a swirl of vanilla, spice and chocolate.",Forchini Vineyard,42,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Forchini Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-forchini-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Williams Selyem
14,Red,Italy,"This full-bodied, tannic Barolo is firmly astringent on the finish, but there's enough fruit behind the tannins to emerge with proper aging. The complex aromas and flavors showcase cherries and plums, but also darker, earthier notes of tobacco, humus and spice. Try after 2010. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",La Serra,54,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2001 La Serra  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2001-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Marcarini
,White,US,"Yup, this is a 2000, and it's still fresh and zippy in acidity. It's not a big wine, but a complex, subtle one, with a firm minerality undergirding pineapple and oak flavors. It should hold and improve through this decade, and will be instructive for those who don't know what a good, old Chard can do.",Estate,45,92,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Gallo of Sonoma 2000 Estate Chardonnay (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2000-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-northern/,Chardonnay,2000,Gallo of Sonoma
13,Red,Italy,"An intriguing wine, with aromas of smoke, cherries, dried spices and root beer. On the palate, a shroud of cedar, vanilla and spice surrounds a bright, flavorful core of cherries that should emerge in time. Finishes with mouthwatering fruit along supple tannins. Anticipated maturity: 2008–2018. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Brunate,75,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2001 Brunate  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2001-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Ceretto
,Red,US,"Classic Russian River Zinfandel, rich, pure and balanced. The blackberry, blueberry, cherry, cassis and chocolate flavors are amazingly rich and powerful, spiced with black pepper and the sweet, subtle taste of raisins, although the wine is totally dry.",,30,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Papapietro Perry 2003 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papapietro-perry-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Papapietro Perry
14,Red,Italy,"Deceptively soft and supple, this plump, full-bodied wine features ripe black cherries, a dose of chocolate liqueur and hints of citrus zest. Firms up on the finish, which boasts mouthwatering length and substantial tannic heft. Try after 2008.  Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Brunate,54,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2001 Brunate  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2001-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Marcarini
11,Dessert,Austria,"Austria's master of dessert wines strikes again, this time with a sinful blend of Chardonnay and Welschriesling. Rich and sweet without being cloying, this wine combines dried apricots with floral notes on the nose, then adds honey and citrus (bergamot) on the palate. Finishes long and mouthwatering. Imported by Vin Divino.",Eiswein Cuvée,38,93,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2001 Eiswein Cuvée White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2001-eiswein-cuvee-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2001,Kracher
,Red,US,"Oh, what a perfect expression of Stags Leap this is. The 100% Cab does have a soft voluptuousness, but it's also strong in tannins, and packed with black currant and cherry flavors. Absolutely delicious now, and should hold and improve through 2015 at least.",Solo,75,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Silverado 2002 Solo Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2002-solo-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Silverado
,Red,US,"This is a dramatic Syrah, concentrated in blackberries, cassis, black cherries, woodsap, spices and vanilla flavors that flood the palate, sinking in deep and lasting through the finish. The wine is totally dry and balanced. It's young and flashy now, and should be best over the next two or three years.",Sentinel Oak Vineyard Pyramid Block,35,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2001 Sentinel Oak Vineyard Pyramid Block Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2001-sentinel-oak-vineyard-pyramid-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2001,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,White,US,"This is the ripest and fruitiest of the winery's current Chards, and a decadent one, with rich pineapple custard flavors. Oak adds vanilla, meringue and woodspice notes. Rich, fat, flashy and flamboyant, this is a distinctly New World Chardonnay.",Rosellas Vineyard,39,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2004 Rosellas Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2004-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2004,Testarossa
,Red,Portugal,"“Garrafeira” means “special selection,” and this wine is definitely at the top of the Esporão range. Eighteen months in French oak gives it sophistication and elegance, while its powerful fruit and red-berry flavors combine with vanilla and toast to show off its richness. This is an impressive wine, packed with dense tannins as well as fruit, and is certainly suitable for aging. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Garrafeira Private Selection,38,93,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2001 Garrafeira Private Selection Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2001-garrafeira-private-selection-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2001,Herdade do Esporão
,White,US,"With over 16% alcohol, this wine is soft, round, lush and utterly delicious. The citrus and tropical fruit, oak, cream and mineral flavors don't taste at all hot, but are luscious.",Ashleys,60,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Ashleys Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-ashleys-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Brewer-Clifton
,Red,US,"Williams Selyem's priciest Pinot is an acidic, tannic wine in extreme youth. It's fruity and dry, showing great depth, balance and complexity. There's a wealth of deep, unexpressed cherry, cranberry, cola, tobacco, cocoa and sweet oak flavors. Something rich, like duck or a fine steak, will finesse the tannins, but you can also lay this wine down for a good five years, if not longer.",Precious Mountain Vineyard,85,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2003 Precious Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-precious-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Dessert,US,"Like a nice LBV Port, this is a not too sweet, richly fruited wine balanced by crisp acids. The flavors veer toward dark chocolate, with crème de cassis and roasted coffeebean accents and an orange peel or marmalade flourish. It's a marvelous, delicious sipper on a late, cold night.",Mistral Vineyard,35,93,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2001 Mistral Vineyard Port (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2001-mistral-vineyard-port-blend-port-central-coast/,Port,2001,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"High in acidity and lush in fruit and oak, with fleshy, richly complex tannins, this beautiful Syrah is delicious now. It's made Northern Rhône style, with a blast of white pepper framing the intense blackberry and mocha flavors. Totally dry, the wine should hold well through 2007.",Tinaquiac Vineyard,35,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2003 Tinaquiac Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2003-tinaquiac-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2003,Foxen
,Red,Portugal,"Bordeaux meets Douro in this wine, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Touriga Nacional. They seem to like each other in this powerful, explosive wine. It is dense, perfumed, with very ripe tannins and a great balance between dryness and big, black fruits. This could age well over 5–10 years. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Reserva Especial Red,38,93,Estremadura,,,Quinta de Pancas 2003 Reserva Especial Red Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pancas-2003-reserva-especial-red-estremadura/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta de Pancas
14,Red,Italy,"Full-bodied and richly textured, this wine nevertheless retains the essence of Nebbiolo in its delicately floral aromas and complex flavors. Cherries, plums and prunes all mingle on the palate, picking up nuances of vanilla and spice. Long and silky on the finish. Drink 2009–2016. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Sorí Ginestra,99,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Conterno Fantino 2001 Sorí Ginestra  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-2001-sori-ginestra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Conterno Fantino
,Red,France,"Drouhin owns more than 75% of this vineyard, which they've made famous around the globe. Slightly stinky when first poured, this opens into a beautiful glass of Burgundy, delivering black cherries, minerals and exotic spice notes in waves of wonderfully silky fruit. Great length on the finish. Drink now–2015, or beyond, depending on your preferences.",Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,91,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2002 Clos des Mouches Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2002-clos-mouches-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2002,Joseph Drouhin
13,White,Austria,"A big, bold Riesling with a long, crisp finish, Prager's Achleiten Smaragd boasts stunning flavors of honey, apricot and stones. The bouquet isn't too shabby, either, presenting hints of mineral oil, honey and fresh greens. A tour de force that will probably drink well until 2020. Imported by Vin Divino.",Achleiten Smaragd,48,93,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Achleiten Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-achleiten-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Prager
,Red,US,"Very refined and supple, with fabulous texture, all silk and satin on the palate. Perfectly showcases Pinot's sensual, seductive side, with cherry and cola flavors and a smooth elaboration of oak. Finishes complex, spicy and long, a brilliant wine that combines power with elegance.",Cargasacchi,64,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Cargasacchi Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-cargasacchi-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Brewer-Clifton
,Dessert,US,"Even if you're not a huge fan of dessert wines, you might like this one. It's a very sweet, flashy wine filled with brilliantly opulent apricot purée, mango, peach cobbler, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors, with bright, good acidity for balance. Absolutely delicious.",Late Harvest,16,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kent Rasmussen 2003 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-2003-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2003,Kent Rasmussen
13,Red,Italy,"Shows great precision in its aromas and flavors, delivering ripe cherries, floral and herbal notes in a swirl of complexity that never seems muddled or cluttered. Medium-bodied—despite great intensity of flavor it never feels weighty or heavy. Finishes with dusty tannins, so although its approachable now, it should easily go 20 years. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Bricco Rocche,200,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2001 Bricco Rocche  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2001-bricco-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Ceretto
10,Dessert,Austria,"Rich and syrupy yet not overly heavy, this unctuous dessert wine boasts aromas and flavors of honeyed nuts, dried apricots and orange marmalade. Long and sweet on the finish, with enough sugar to stand up to fairly sweet desserts, although it might be at its best with blue cheese. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Trockenbeerenauslese,70,94,Burgenland,,,Velich 2001 Trockenbeerenauslese Welschriesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velich-2001-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-welschriesling-burgenland/,Welschriesling,2001,Velich
,Red,Portugal,"A limited release (4,000 bottles) of wine from the best casks of 2003, selected after 18 months of wood aging. It certainly is a stunning wine: big, rich, tarry, very polished and ripe. There is great depth of flavor here, solid figs and dried fruits along with ripe black plums. There's a layer of dry tannin that will soften as the wine ages. Give it another five years. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Premium Red,80,94,Estremadura,,,Quinta de Pancas 2003 Premium Red Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pancas-2003-premium-red-estremadura/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta de Pancas
,White,US,"Brilliant aromatics characterize this powerful wine. It has lots of charry, fine oak and huge fruit, like apricots, peaches, pineapples and mangoes. In the mouth, a firm minerality kicks in, based on high, clean acidity. This is a beautifully complex, dazzling Chard, intense and pure, but balanced and elegant.",Mount Carmel,52,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Brewer-Clifton 2004 Mount Carmel Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brewer-clifton-2004-mount-carmel-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Brewer-Clifton
14,Red,Italy,"Great stuff, combining traditional Barolo flavors—dusty earth, leather, floral notes and cherries—with modern touches, like the supple tannins and hints of hickory smoke. This is a big, powerful wine that manages to be burly without being clumsy, intellectually challenging and complex while still delivering lush fruit. Drinkable now, but better several years from now. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Le Vigne,120,96,Piedmont,Barolo,,Sandrone 2001 Le Vigne  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2001-le-vigne-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Sandrone
,Red,US,"Longoria makes one of the most balanced Pinots in California, combining power and charm with early drinkability. This beauty is complex in aromatic beetroot, cherry, cola, oakspice and smoke notes, and drinks dry and supple, with fairly tight tannins. It shows brilliant structure, with a firm, silky texture and brisk acidity. It is a wholesome, completely fulfilling Pinot Noir.",Mt. Carmel Vineyard,85,96,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2004 Mt. Carmel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2004-mt-carmel-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Longoria
14,Red,Italy,"Absolutely lovely. It starts off dense and tarry on the nose, with plum and chocolate fudge scents, then adds layers of bright floral and cherry notes with airing, while the palate is a whirl of mouthcoating flavors that never seem hamhanded despite the great intensity. Finishes with wonderfully plush tannins, making this approachable now, yet capable of evolving for 20 years. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Cannubi Boschis,135,97,Piedmont,Barolo,,Sandrone 2001 Cannubi Boschis  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2001-cannubi-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Sandrone
,Red,US,"Very difficult to find much nice to say about this wine, except it's dry. Otherwise, it's sharp and charmless.",Limited Estate Reserve Tatria Meritage,36,80,California,South Coast,Temecula,Stuart Cellars 2002 Limited Estate Reserve Tatria Meritage Red (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2002-limited-estate-reserve-tatria-meritage-red-south-coast-temecula/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Stuart Cellars
13,Red,Argentina,"Tired and lacking, with dusty herbal fruit aromas and hardly any richness or ripeness. Finishes rough while stirring no enthusiasm. Just acceptable.",Piedra del Molino,7,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas del Conde 2002 Piedra del Molino Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-conde-2002-piedra-molino-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2002,Cavas del Conde
,White,US,"Has a persistent vegetal smell and taste, despite some flavors of canned peaches. Tasted twice.",,18,80,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Hagafen 2004 Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2004-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2004,Hagafen
,Red,US,"Dry and heavy, this wine is bitter and astringent, and not going anywhere.",,14,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mokelumne Glen 2004 Lemberger (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mokelumne-glen-2004-other-red-lemberger-central-valley-lodi/,Lemberger,2004,Mokelumne Glen
13.5,White,Argentina,"Neutral at best, with some chemical aromas on the nose. Underdeveloped apple and lemon flavors ride along the raw palate. Tasted twice. Imported by Ecosur Group, LLC.",,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Atilio Avena 2004 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atilio-avena-2004-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2004,Atilio Avena
,Red,US,"Age has not improved this vegetal wine. It's soft and simple, with the taste of asparagus.",Old Vine,10,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1999 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1999-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1999,Peirano
13,Red,Israel,"Color is already fading toward the rim, and the wine smells of roasted yet unripe fruit, blending rhubarb and cut grass with molasses and prunes. Soft and lacking structure in the mouth. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Jerusalem Heights Barrel Selection Kosher,14,80,Judean Hills,,,Hevron Heights Winery 2002 Jerusalem Heights Barrel Selection Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hevron-heights-winery-2002-jerusalem-barrel-selection-kosher-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Hevron Heights Winery
,Red,US,"Dry and sharp, this wine is not very good. It has harsh tannins and stemmy green flavors, with a dollop of blackberry.",,10,81,California,California Other,California,Cellar No. 8 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellar-no-8-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cellar No. 8
13.9,White,Argentina,"Heavy and unfocused, with sweet, candied flavors that are neither here nor there. Finishes with oaky resin and vanilla.",Winemaker's Selection,13,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andeluna 2004 Winemaker's Selection Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2004-winemakers-selection-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Andeluna
13,Red,Australia,"Aromas are a metallic and jarring at first, but get meaty, almost saline, with air. Flavor is confected—think Pixi Stix. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Kosher,20,81,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2003 Kosher Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2003-kosher-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2003,Beckett's Flat
,Red,US,"This is a dry, heavy wine, with coffee and tobacco flavors and a hint of cherry. It's very high acid, with an unrelieved bitterness.",,26,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2004 Teroldego (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2004-italian-red-teroldego-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Teroldego,2004,Mosby
13,Red,Israel,"Jammy and a bit sweet-tasting, with aromas of stewed berries and rhubarb. Medium-bodied; finishes with a raisiny tinge to the flavors. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Kosher,15,81,Judean Hills,,,Noah 2002 Kosher Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noah-2002-kosher-merlot-judean-hills/,Merlot,2002,Noah
13.5,Red,Spain,"Gaseous, with a heavy, grapey profile and too much tannin. Comes down hard on the palate, and by any measure its faults trump its virtues. Not a polished wine by any stretch.",,7,81,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arribeño 2004  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arribeno-2004-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2004,Arribeño
,Red,US,"Tastes raw and sharp in acidity, accentuating the tannins and making the wine brittle. It's very dry, with modest cherry-berry flavors. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Blackstone 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Blackstone
14,Red,Chile,"Too pricey to qualify as a bargain, but pretty good for the price. There's serious weight and malty qualities to this premium Cab, with cassis and wild blackberry on the palate. Slightly aggressive in the mouth, with firm tannins. Shows a spot of chocolate on the finish. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Doña Bernarda,22,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2002 Doña Bernarda Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2002-dona-bernarda-red-colchagua-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Luis Felipe Edwards
14.8,Red,US,"There's an upfront taste of raisins in this dry wine, but it's not distracting. Rather, it's a seasoning to the blackberry, currant and plum flavors, with their edge of sweet oak and spices. Soft and beguiling, this lovely Zin will be great with beef stew.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2003 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Kenwood
13,White,Austria,"Smells fresh and citrusy, with hints of green apples, celery fronds and white pepper. Medium-bodied, with no hard edges, this easy-to-drink Grüner develops flavors of stone fruit as well, ending with a nice balance of ripe peach and white pepper. Imported by Vin Divino.",Weinzierlberg,17,87,Kremstal,,,Stadt Krems 2004 Weinzierlberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadt-krems-2004-weinzierlberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Stadt Krems
14.8,Red,US,"Here's a good, veryday Merlot, with some complexity. It's dry and balanced, with a good array of black cherry, blackberry and toasty oak flavors. Has the flash of a very fine wine, without quite the depth, but the price is fair.",,18,87,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Crystal Valley Cellars
,Red,US,"This single-vineyard bottling has never been one of my favorites. It's a big, dry wine, with plenty of cherry, black raspberry and chocolate flavors that are well-oaked, but always seems a little soft and heavy, not to mention one-dimensional.",Weir Vineyard,49,86,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Williams Selyem 2003 Weir Vineyard Pinot Nero (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-weir-vineyard-pinot-noir-nero-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Nero,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"Loads of blackberry, cherry and chocolate fruit mark this dry, balanced wine, as well as a lot of sweet, vanilla-scented oak. The tannins are rich, but soft and pliant in this charming, delicious Merlot.",Reserve,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2002 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2002-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Raymond
13,Red,Chile,"This wine makes up the bulk of the production at this fledgling winery in Lolol. It's pungent and leathery, with a certain lean freshness that isn't at all offensive but seems a bit raw. Shows a bit of the variety's sauciness. Snappy and tight. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Hacienda Araucano,11,85,Colchagua Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2004 Hacienda Araucano Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2004-hacienda-araucano-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,J. & F. Lurton
13.5,Red,Chile,"Ripe but still a touch herbal, with black cherry and cassis pushing along the rubbery bouquet. Blackberry and chocolate are the main flavors, while later on there is a bit of cough syrup and heft. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",,7,85,Rapel Valley,,,Carmen 2004 Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2004-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Carmen
12,White,Austria,"Reasonably priced for the quality, this light, refreshing GV has aromas of wet stones and fresh greens, followed by crisp, minerally flavors and hints of lettuce leaf. A bit short on the finish, but that's a quibble. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Von Den Terrassen,15,85,Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2004 Von Den Terrassen Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2004-von-den-terrassen-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Josef Ehmoser
,White,US,"Tough and earthy, with coffee and dried herb flavors, this wine has buried peach and apple fruit that might emerge with decanting or a year or two of aging. It's very dry, with a good cut of acidity.",Behler Reserve,24,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 2003 Behler Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2003-behler-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,St. Francis
,Red,US,"Cool Yountville is treading the line for Bordeaux reds, and this Merlot shows its risky origins in the tough, acidic mouthfeel and minty, green flavors. It just lacks the richness that Merlot needs.Drink now.",Trio,30,84,California,Napa,Yountville,Nord Estate 2002 Trio Merlot (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2002-trio-merlot-napa-yountville/,Merlot,2002,Nord Estate
,White,US,"Bone dry and tart, this wine offers citrus, peach and fig flavors. It doesn't have the usual flowery opulence of Viognier, but is a clean, refreshing wine.",Limited Bottling,21,84,California,California Other,California,Stuart Cellars 2003 Limited Bottling Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-2003-limited-bottling-viognier-other/,Viognier,2003,Stuart Cellars
13,White,Chile,"A touch pickled at first, with apple and lemon carrying the palate. Pretty good balance and feel keep it moving ahead. Finishes with apple notes but beyond that it's kind of nondistinct. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Casa La Joya Reserve,9,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2004 Casa La Joya Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2004-casa-joya-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Viña Bisquertt
,White,US,"When Napa Valley Chardonnay doesn't succeed, it can be because the climate is too hot. Although the grapes for this wine were grown in Yountville, the wine is soft in acids and earthy. It's not a bad wine, but lacks brightness to boost the fruit.",,24,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nord Estate 2002 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2002-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Nord Estate
,Red,US,"Hits the palate with obvious fruit, sweet in blackberries, espresso and blueberries, with a melted milk chocolate note. The impression of sweetness dominates, despite the firm tannins. Note to winemaker: Rachet that sweetness down next year. Doesn't matter what the lab readings are, the wine tastes sugary.",Estate Grown,85,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2002 Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2002-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Duckhorn
12,White,South Africa,"With enticing melon and creamy vanilla aromas, this wine starts off on the right foot. In the mouth tropical fruit is on offer, then picks up notes of honeydew and a bit of celery. There is a touch of sweetness to this light wine, but it doesn't detract from the tart acids. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,12,84,Coastal Region,,,Fairview 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2005-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Fairview
13.5,Red,Chile,"Fairly tight and foresty, with more leather and herbal characteristics than full-force berry fruit. Sort of basic in a good way, with comfortable but run-of-the-mill red and black fruit flavors. Finishes with a hint of spice. Imported by Billington Imports.",,9,84,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2004 Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2004-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2004,Cousiño-Macul
,White,US,"This Chard is over the top. It's got exceptionally high alcohol and the apricot flavors taste so baked, they're almost stewed. The wine is dry and oaky, and represents an exaggerated style.",Heintz Ranch,25,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Domaine Danica 2002 Heintz Ranch Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-danica-2002-heintz-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2002,Domaine Danica
,White,US,"Like pungent green grass and cat pee in your white wines? Then buy this one. It's dry and acidic, but has a ripe, long-lasting, citrusy finish.",,5,83,California,California Other,California,Crane Lake 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-lake-2004-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Crane Lake
,Red,US,"Despite a classic Napa structure of fine, smoothly complex tannins and proper acidity, this wine seems to have too much sugar to qualify as dry. The sweetness makes it cloying.",,28,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Silverado
14.5,White,Chile,"This basic SB has never been a strong suit for Lapostolle, and two tastings of this vintage confirm flat melony aromas along with flavors of banana, papaya and sugared almond. Finishes pithy and a touch bitter. Too high in alcohol as well. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,10,83,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2005-sauvignon-blanc-rapel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Lapostolle
13,Red,Italy,"Not one of Marcarini's best efforts, this Dolcetto is a bit lean and drying, with rubbery notes that intrude on the otherwise pleasant ripe plum and fudge flavors. Astringent on the finish. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Fontanazza,15,83,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Marcarini 2003 Fontanazza  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2003-fontanazza-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2003,Marcarini
,Red,US,"An honest country effort, dry, rugged and fruity. It has some tough tannins, so drink it with something that has lots of cheese, olive oil or natural meaty fats.",Old Vines Ladybug Red Cuvee V,13,83,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis NV Old Vines Ladybug Red Cuvee V Red (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-nv-old-vines-ladybug-red-cuvee-v-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Red Blend,,Lolonis
,White,US,"Simple, soft and clean, with fruit and wildflower flavors and a spot of honey.",Ripken Vineyard,17,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2002 Ripken Vineyard Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2002-ripken-vineyard-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2002,Vino Con Brio
,Red,US,"Soft and silky, with moderate alcohol that seems to have been achieved at the cost of some sweetness. The cherry flavors taste like they were dusted with white sugar.",Terra d'Oro,,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 2002 Terra d'Oro Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2002-terra-doro-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,2002,Montevina
14,Red,Chile,"Heavy on the maple, menthol and horsehide, meaning it's not that smooth of a wine. The palate is loud and loaded with hefty plum flavors. The finish comes up toasty and bitter. Has merits but the wood level isn't one of them. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Reserve,16,83,Maule Valley,,,Arauco 2004 Reserve Shiraz (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arauco-2004-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-maule-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Arauco
13,White,South Africa,"Burnt match and other sulfuric smells dominate, although the wine has nice melon and white stone fruit flavors. A bit tart throughout, with a finish that borders on harsh. Imported by Brown-Forman Corp.",,12,83,Durbanville,,,Durbanville Hills 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durbanville-hills-2005-sauvignon-blanc-durbanville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Durbanville Hills
,Red,US,"There's much to like about this wine, namely the full-bodied richness and the smooth tannins, but it's just too sweet. The lovely dark stone fruit tastes like it was sprinkled with sugar.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2002 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2002-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2002,EOS
,Red,US,"Simple and clean, this Pinot has modest cherry flavors and a burst of sprightly acidity. It finishes dry and swift.",,22,83,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Carvalho 2003 Pinot Noir (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carvalho-2003-pinot-noir-central-valley-clarksburg/,Pinot Noir,2003,Carvalho
14,Red,Chile,"A bit sharp and vegetal, especially at first. Airing reveals cherry and raspberry flavors and some salty, woody notes. Tangy and fresh in terms of feel. Not that serious of a wine. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",,7,83,Rapel Valley,,,Carmen 2004 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2004-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2004,Carmen
14,Red,Chile,"More than enough buttery oak and dill powers the nose, but there isn't a whole lot of body to back it up. The palate runs tight, with raspberry and cherry flavors teetering on citric. Spice and a spot of bell pepper define the finish. Not bad but a touch acidic in feel. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Reserva,14,84,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2003 Reserva Carmenère (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2003-reserva-carmenere-limari-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Viña Tabalí
14,Red,South Africa,"Robertson Winery has made a name for itself with affordable wines, and this one is no different. While the nose carries graham cracker and menthol, this wine doesn't lack fruit, with plenty of sweet red berry in the mouth. Although soft, this wine has a meaty quality to it that would make it a good bet for barbecue.  Imported by Indigo Wine Group.",,10,84,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2004 Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2004,Robertson Winery
14.5,White,Italy,"Comprised entirely of Chardonnay, this medium-weight white blends ripe fruit aromas and flavors of peach and pear with less ripe notes of sweet peas and green beans. It's not truly vegetal, but straddles the line. Imported by Vias Imports.",Printanie,35,84,Piedmont,Langhe,,Poderi Aldo Conterno 2003 Printanie Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-aldo-conterno-2003-printanie-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2003,Poderi Aldo Conterno
13.5,White,South Africa,"White fruit aromas waft from the glass like perfume. This wine has a dusty, creamy feel and melon flavors. Quite a bargain at this price. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",,8,84,Western Cape,,,Tall Horse 2004 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tall-horse-2004-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2004,Tall Horse
,Red,US,"Fruity, dry and rustic, this Pinot has a silky texture framing cherry and oak flavors. It's a good introduction to the variety.",Family Selection,12,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2004 Family Selection Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2004-family-selection-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Trinchero
,Red,US,"Must have been grown in the warmer parts of Monterey, because the wine is soft and candied, with jammy cherry and blackberry flavors veering into chocolate-covered raisins.",Estate,28,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pianetta 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pianetta-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pianetta
,Red,US,"Dark, dry and earthy, this Merlot has tobacco, herb and bitter cherry flavors. It's pretty tannic, too, although low in acids.",Bench Vineyards,14,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2002 Bench Vineyards Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2002-bench-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2002,Pedroncelli
,White,US,"Kind of on the sweet side, with the flavor of ripe figs and kiwis accented by oak. Even though there's high acidity, which makes for a steely minerality, this wine still finishes too sugary sweet.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chalone Vineyard 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Chalone Vineyard
14,Red,Chile,"The blend is 50-50 Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenère, and the end result seems a touch dull and reserved. There's coconut and blackberry on the nose, but the aromas are quiet. The palate, however, is loud, with grape, vanilla and coconut flavors. Seems to be not in the best harmony. Imported by Classical Wines.",Hoppe,15,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Guelbenzu 2003 Hoppe Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guelbenzu-2003-hoppe-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2003,Guelbenzu
12,White,Austria,"As the name suggests, this is light and dry, filled with modest aromas and flavors of citrus and mild salad greens. Finishes on a tart note. Imported by Vin Divino.",Leicht & Trocken,12,84,Vienna,,,Wieninger 2004 Leicht & Trocken Grüner Veltliner (Vienna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2004-leicht-trocken-gruner-veltliner-vienna/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Wieninger
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit simple, but loaded with pungent boxwood and passion fruit notes, and backed by crisp grapefruit flavors. Relatively light in body, with a short, clean finish. Imported by Centerra Wine Co.",,10,84,Marlborough,,,Monkey Bay 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monkey-bay-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Monkey Bay
12.5,White,Austria,"Although this wine starts well, with scents of lime, stone fruit, gunmetal and mineral oil, it never really gets going on the palate, where the understated flavors of peach and pear end on a citrusy note. Imported by USA Wine Imports.",Ortolan Falkenstein,20,84,Weinviertel,,,Oriel 2004 Ortolan Falkenstein Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2004-ortolan-falkenstein-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Oriel
,White,US,"Here's a new wine from Gallo. Like many Napa Chards, it has an herbal, earthy quality to the peaches-and-cream flavors. It's also a bit soft, sweet and one-dimensional.",Reserve,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Valley Vineyards 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-valley-2004-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Napa Valley Vineyards
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Massive cherry aromas erupt from the glass, and they swamp the palate, too, quite deliciously. The texture is less pleasing, and is rough and sharp. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Baobab 2004 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baobab-2004-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2004,Baobab
,Red,US,"Pinot Noir specialist Babcock spreads his varietal wings with this rustic, simple Syrah. It's rich in blackberry, coffee and cocoa flavors, but too sugary sweet for balance.",Black Label Cuvee,30,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Babcock 2002 Black Label Cuvee Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2002-black-label-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2002,Babcock
,Red,US,"Soft and flavorful, with cocoa, sage and blackberry flavors, this Cab has the merit of being dry and moderate in alcohol. It's a nice sipper at a fair price.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Five Rivers 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Five Rivers
,Red,US,"Isn't it funny how sometimes a winery's more expensive wine isn't as good as its less costly one? That's the case here. This wine is hot in alcohol and overripe in raisiny flavors, while Karly's Pokerville, at half the price, is terrific.",Warrior Fires,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Karly 2003 Warrior Fires Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karly-2003-warrior-fires-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Karly
13,Red,US,"Offers plenty of clove, cinnamon, coffee and tobacco aromas, then delivers tart, lemony fruit with undercurrents of tobacco. Tannins are supple, and the wine finishes crisp, with lively acidity.",Estate,15,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2002 Estate Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2002-estate-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Macari
14.8,Red,US,"Dark and very dry, with thick, sticky tannins, this Zin has cherry-berry and coffee flavors and a huge, mouthfilling texture. It's a rustic wine, charming in a hearty kind of way.",The Zin,30,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,M. Cosentino 2004 The Zin Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2004-zin-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2004,M. Cosentino
13.5,White,South Africa,"Offers mild aromas of mint and tropical fruit.   It's a flavorful wine, with tropical and white stone fruit flavors, but it lacks some zest. Imported by Hemingway & Hale.",Vintner's Reserve,18,84,Coastal Region,,,Leidersburg 2005 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leidersburg-2005-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Leidersburg
,White,US,"An interesting wine, clean, dry and well-made, with a rich array of fruity, earthy flavors. There's a tobaccoey edge to the peaches and tropical fruits. Could use more acidity.",,14,84,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Tularosa 2004 Viognier (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tularosa-2004-viognier-new-mexico/,Viognier,2004,Tularosa
13.5,Red,Italy,"Juicy and fresh, with black-cherry fruit that ends in a squirt of lemony acidity. Drink now. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Anté,14,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca 2003 Anté  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ca-bianca-2003-ante-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2003,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca
14,Red,South Africa,"Dark red at the rim with cigar-box aromas, this wine packs plenty of fruit for the buck. Cassis, plum and raspberry all vie for attention in the mouth; while it's a bit sweet, the wine has plenty of tannin and acidity to back it up. Finishes with chocolate notes. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",,8,84,Western Cape,,,Tall Horse 2003 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tall-horse-2003-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2003,Tall Horse
,Red,US,"From Mountain View, a good producer of Amador Zins, a sort of junior version of their single-vineyard wine. It's light in color and body, and dry, with cherry-berry flavors and a good grip of tannins and acids. Good value.",,8,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Clockspring 2003 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clockspring-2003-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Clockspring
,Red,Chile,"Definitely a Carmenère, which you can tell from the olive and herb nose and the plump, jammy palate that contains red plum, olive and chocolate flavors. Shows juicy acidity. Nothing wrong with this wine, just basic. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",120,8,84,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Rita 2004 120 Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2004-120-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Santa Rita
,Red,US,"A little rough around the edges, but this is a pretty good price if you're looking for a dry, balanced and full-bodied red wine. It has fruity and earthy flavors.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Cellar No. 8 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellar-no-8-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Cellar No. 8
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Modest pear and melon scents mark the nose, while the palate delivers oodles of pears and tropical fruits. Soft and easy, nicely done at this price point. Imported by Centerra Wine Co.",,10,84,Gisborne,,,Monkey Bay 2004 Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monkey-bay-2004-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2004,Monkey Bay
,White,Chile,"Yellow in color, with touches of passion fruit and grapefruit on the nose. Citrusy and round in the mouth, with a soft, chunky, pithy finish. Cleanly made, just not packed or powerful. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Santa Digna Selection,11,84,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2005 Santa Digna Selection Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2005-santa-digna-selection-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Miguel Torres
,White,US,"At three-plus years of age, this Chard doesn't taste quite fresh anymore. It seems like it used to have vibrant fruit, but it's losing it. It's dry and tart but not a bad wine, just different.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Copeland Creek 2002 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/copeland-creek-2002-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2002,Copeland Creek
14,Red,Italy,"Lifted—verging on volatile—scents of sour cherries on the nose are followed by slightly pickle-y flavors of cherries and green herbs. It's a bit simple, and some might even say flawed, but the full mouthfeel and crisp cherry flavors put it back on the winning side. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",La Gamberaja,33,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Ca'Romè 2003 La Gamberaja  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-2003-gamberaja-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2003,Ca'Romè
14,Red,Chile,"Quite the heavyweight in terms of its roasted, leathery nose. The palate runs a touch salty, with a lot of smoked and/or cured meat running through the middle of the palate. On the edges lie olive and dried plum flavors. Not that fruity or integrated; seems a bit cooked. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Reserva,15,84,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2004 Reserva Shiraz (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2004-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limari-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Viña Tabalí
,Red,US,"Dry and tart, this Merlot has some rough edges to the cherry and mocha flavors. It's a good, country-style wine to quaff with simple fare.",Special Release,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Solaris 2002 Special Release Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solaris-2002-special-release-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Solaris
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Cabernet-like on the nose with aromas of cassis, plum, tobacco and lemon peel. The mouth is all Merlot, however, with soft red fruit and a touch of sweetness. A little disjointed, but good. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2004 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2004-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2004,Golden Kaan
,Red,US,"Not without its flaws, this is nonetheless a decent wine for things like barbecue, when all you need is something clean, dry and fruity, at a good price. It's a fairly tannic wine, with coffee and cherry flavors and zesty Zinfandel spice.",Clockspring Vineyard,10,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Mountain View 2002 Clockspring Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-view-2002-clockspring-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2002,Mountain View
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and oaky, with coffee, olive and beet-like aromas. Displays good black cherry character but also a lot of vanilla, coffee and wood grain. Feelwise, it's kind of hard and tannic; and bitterness on the finish can't be avoided. Imported by Morande USA.",Terrarum Reserve,11,84,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2004 Terrarum Reserve Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2004-terrarum-reserve-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Morandé
,Red,US,"Superripe to the point of raisiny, this Cab has a soft, melted mouthfeel. It's thoroughly dry, and while the alcohol isn't very high, there's a peppery heat on the finish.",Winegrower Selection,32,84,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2002 Winegrower Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2002-winegrower-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Lolonis
,White,US,"Made with native yeast and barrel fermented, this Sauvignon is not very high in acidity, and so the edge of sweetness isn't balanced with tartness, which is a fault. The flavors are of apricots, peaches, apples and pineapples.",La Ribera Vineyards Renegade,18,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2004 La Ribera Vineyards Renegade Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2004-ribera-renegade-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Husch
,Red,US,"Simple and very dry, this Pinot has cherry, coffee and tobacco flavors and high acidity, wrapped in a silky-smooth texture. A nice lamb chop will soften and sweeten the tartness.",,16,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Handley 2003 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2003-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Handley
13,White,US,"Modest apple and citrus aromas and flavors are accented by hints of charred sweet corn and vanilla. Medium-bodied, with a lemony finish.",Estate Selection,27,84,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2001 Estate Selection Chardonnay (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2001-estate-selection-chardonnay-long-island-hamptons/,Chardonnay,2001,Wölffer
,White,Chile,"Light peach and mineral aromas are subtle and chunky. The flavors veer toward juicy orange and pineapple, while the overall take is one of freshness. Not complex in the least; very zesty. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Character,14,84,Maipo Valley,,,Haras de Pirque 2004 Character Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-pirque-2004-character-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Haras de Pirque
,Red,Italy,"Starts off with modest cherry fruit and an earthy undercurrent, and never really develops anything else. Crisp cherry flavors turn herbal on the finish. Imported by MV Imports.",,14,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Pertinace 2004  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pertinace-2004-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2004,Pertinace
,White,US,"This wine captures a certain style of Napa Chard, namely an appley, earthy quality that's very dry, and that shows dusty tannins and soft acids. Drink now.",,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crichton Hall 2003 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crichton-hall-2003-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Crichton Hall
13.5,White,South Africa,"This wine has vanilla scents. The mouth pleases with white fruit, hints of oak and a crisp finish. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",Our Founder's,11,84,Coastal Region,,,Bellingham 2004 Our Founder's Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellingham-2004-our-founders-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2004,Bellingham
14,Red,South Africa,"Stewed fruit is joined by cigar box on the nose, while the palate delivers dark berry, menthol, and a hint of raspberry to jazz things up. A bit soft from start to finish. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",Our Founder's,12,84,Coastal Region,,,Bellingham 2003 Our Founder's Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellingham-2003-our-founders-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Bellingham
,White,US,"Clarksburg is in the Delta, and grows decent whites due to the Bay breezes that reach this far inland. This wine is fruity and floral, with a nice apricot finish that's dry and crisp.",,19,84,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Saddleback 2003 Viognier (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2003-viognier-central-valley-clarksburg/,Viognier,2003,Saddleback
,White,US,"Forward in fruit and a little on the sweet side, this Chardonnay is simple and likeable for its wealth of peach and pineapple flavors. It has a creamy texture and enough acidity to balance.",,17,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Sterling
13.5,Red,Austria,"This creamy-textured wine combines low acids with plentiful fruit to come across as a bit soft, but the flavors are nice—a mix of plums, herbs and brown sugar. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Classic,17,84,Carnuntum,,,Pitnauer 2003 Classic Zweigelt (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pitnauer-2003-classic-other-red-zweigelt-carnuntum/,Zweigelt,2003,Pitnauer
12.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine has pleasant aromas of apple, pear and dusty vanilla, which carry through to the mouth. A bit soft, this wine nevertheless finishes with a citric tang. Imported by Southern Oceans Trading System, Inc.",Aprilskloof,10,84,Coastal Region,,,Lammershoek 2005 Aprilskloof Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lammershoek-2005-aprilskloof-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Lammershoek
13,Red,Austria,"Smoky and herbal aromas support black cherry preserves—a nice enough effect. However, the wine is less attractive on the palate, where it picks up some stemmy notes and even a hint of bitterness on the finish. Imported by Vin Divino.",,13,84,Burgenland,,,Zantho 2003 St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zantho-2003-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2003,Zantho
,White,US,"A little heavy in the mouth, this earthy Chardonnay also features peach flavors and a dollop of toasty oak. It's totally dry and modest in alcohol, and might improve over the next year.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2003 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Wellington
14.1,Red,Chile,"Leafy and herbal, with citric berry aromas balanced by some sweetness. Cherry and just adequate ripeness on the palate, but ultimately a little oaky and soft. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Loica 2004 Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loica-2004-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Loica
,White,US,"This oddly named wine captures the spirit of Sonoma Chard. It's crisp and fruity, with a dollop of oak and dry finish that includes some dusty tannins.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,I'M 2003 Chardonnay (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/im-2003-chardonnay-sonoma/,Chardonnay,2003,I'M
,Red,US,"This Cabernet's a little too ripe to be completely balanced. It has raisin flavors along with plums and blackberries, and a soft texture leading to a Port-like finish, although it's dry.",,39,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Frog's Leap
,Red,US,"This wine has some rough spots, mainly a sharp greenness in the mouth, but it's smooth and velvety in tannins, and very dry. The next step is to get the fruit riper.",Estate Vineyard,22,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2003 Estate Vineyard Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2003-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2003,Château Julien
12,Red,Italy,"Well-made, but this Dolcetto from Ceretto offers nothing out of the ordinary. Cherry and spice notes on the nose add cedar nuances on the palate. Dry and lacking much charm on the finish. Imported by Clicquot Inc.",Rossana,21,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Ceretto 2003 Rossana  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2003-rossana-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2003,Ceretto
,White,US,"Clean and brisk in acidity, and dry, this pleasant wine features citrus, fig, green apple and lemongrass flavors. It fnishes long and fruity.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnwood 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Barnwood
14,Red,Italy,"A bit of a disappointment, with modest red fruit flavors accented by hints of rhubarb and pepper. It's still a solid drink, but doesn't show the full ripeness of the vintage's best Barberas, finishing crisp and lemony. Imported by Vias Imports.",Brichet,38,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Ca' Viola 2003 Brichet  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-viola-2003-brichet-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2003,Ca' Viola
13.3,Red,US,"Starts off with cassis, tobacco and mint on the nose, then delivers bright cherry-berry fruit marked by spicy oak. It's a bit lean and sculpted in style, ending on a crisp note, but the tannins are soft and rounded, making it easy to drink.",Estate Selection,35,85,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2001 Estate Selection Merlot (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2001-estate-selection-merlot-long-island-hamptons/,Merlot,2001,Wölffer
12,White,Italy,"Light in weight, but slightly oily in texture, this Gavi packs in the basics: apple, pear and citrus fruit and a hint of almonds. Dry and citrusy on the finish, making it a candidate for seafood or assorted hors d'oeuvres. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",,14,85,Piedmont,Gavi,,Principessa Gavia 2004  Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principessa-gavia-2004-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2004,Principessa Gavia
13,Red,US,"Lavishly oaked, with layers of vanilla and cream wrapped around a core of red berry fruit. Creamy and supple on the midpalate, then turns tangy and lemony on the finish.",,18,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2001 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2001-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2001,Osprey's Dominion
14,Red,Chile,"Strong-boned and herbal, with a fair amount of sawdust and vanilla making up the bouquet. Shows zesty black cherry flavors and seems healthy at the core. Decent texture; balanced. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",Gran Reserva,13,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2003 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2003-gran-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Luis Felipe Edwards
,Red,US,"Ripe in cassis and cherry flavors, well-oaked and toasty, this dry Syrah has complex flavors of black currants, coffee, white pepper and other dusty spices. Despite its four years of age, it has a sharpness and heat from high alcohol that detract from the mouthfeel.",Diversity,85,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nord Estate 2001 Diversity Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2001-diversity-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2001,Nord Estate
,White,US,"This is a refreshingly crisp, fruity wine that's rich in citrus, fig and apple flavors. It's not exactly dry, leaving a sweet finish that suggests pairing with broiled fish or chicken topped with a fruity salsa.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Moon Mountain Vineyard 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moon-mountain-vineyard-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Moon Mountain Vineyard
,White,US,"Earthy and dusty flavors of tobacco and herbs accompany the peach fruit in this dry, somewhat soft wine. Oak fills in the thin spots, lending sweet woodsap, vanilla and buttered toast.",,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Frank Family
,White,US,"Sweet in fruit, almost sugary but staying just dry, this well-oaked wine has ripe flavors of apricots, pineapples and bananas sautéed in butter. It's a tasty sipper meant to satisfy, and it does.",,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Château Souverain
,Red,Portugal,"A soft, gentle wine with some vanilla character along with some spiciness and blackberry jelly flavors. Dried fruits and acidity complete the finish. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Grand'Arte,15,85,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2004 Grand'Arte Merlot (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2004-grandarte-merlot-estremadura/,Merlot,2004,DFJ Vinhos
,Red,US,"Very soft in tannins and acids, this gentle Merlot has blackberry and cherry flavors with an herbaceous streak, as well as a good deal of oak. It's totally dry, and might gain a few notes of complexity with a couple years in the cellar.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2003 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2003-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Alexander Valley Vineyards
,White,US,"Lots of rich, ripe tropical fruit flavors in this creamy, brisk wine. Vanilla, buttered toast and woodspice from oak add to the impact. There's nothing subtle about this bold Chardonnay.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Anapamu 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anapamu-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Anapamu
13,Red,South Africa,"Peach aromas waft from the glass, mixed with vanilla spice. The palate is light, with flavors of white peach and orange peel, and good acidity. Finishes with a dash of oak. Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",Our Founder's,11,85,Coastal Region,,,Bellingham 2004 Our Founder's Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellingham-2004-our-founders-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Bellingham
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine has a sexy nose displaying cassis, cigar box, vanilla, chocolate and even some herbal notes. The full-throttle nose leads to cherry and cassis tempered with tobacco leaf in the mouth that has a short but sweet finish. And at this price, it's worth buying by the case. Imported by South African Premium Wines Ltd.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Jabulani 2004 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jabulani-2004-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2004,Jabulani
,White,US,"There's a lovely aroma and flavor of figs in this delicate wine, along with notes of pineapples and sweet lemongrass. It's very dry, with crisp, uplifting acidity. A pleasant wine at a good price.",Kelsey Creek,11,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Dynamite Vineyards 2004 Kelsey Creek Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dynamite-2004-kelsey-creek-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Dynamite Vineyards
,Red,US,"This is the most rustic of the winery's current offerings. Its dry and soft, with syrupy flavors of cherries, with silky tannins. Not going anywhere, so drink now.",Vista Verde Vineyard,49,85,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2003 Vista Verde Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-vista-verde-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
13,Red,Austria,"This blend of Zweigelt, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon is firmly structured. In fact, it's more a structural wine than a flavorful one, although it does boast scents of tar and cooked plum and modest, fruity notes on the palate. Drink it over the next few years before the fruit fades. Imported by Vin Divino.",Wiener Trilogie,19,85,Austria,,,Wieninger 2003 Wiener Trilogie Red (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2003-wiener-trilogie-red/,Red Blend,2003,Wieninger
,Red,US,"Young and fairly tannic now, although quite soft in acids, this is a lush Syrah, with powerful cherry-berry flavors that have a complexing edge of coffee and leather. It turns a little sweet on the finish.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2002 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2002,Wellington
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Although the majority of the fruit comes off a 300-acre Hawkes Bay vineyard planted in 2000, there is some Gisborne Merlot in this wine as well. Combines cherry fruit with bits of chocolate and caramel, with just a hint of herb. Soft and easy to drink while being light and fresh. Imported by Constellation Wines USA.",Regional Collection,12,85,East Coast,,,Nobilo 2004 Regional Collection Merlot (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2004-regional-collection-merlot-east-coast/,Merlot,2004,Nobilo
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Vibrant and racy, this wine offers an oaky nose of vanilla and dill, but carries enough dark berry and mineral on the palate to compensate. This wine would pair well with mild cheeses and crackers. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2004 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2004-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2004,Golden Kaan
14,Red,South Africa,"This wine smells like flowers and sour cherries. It's light and soft in the mouth, with enjoyable flavors of sweet-and-sour cherries lightly dusted with vanilla and cedar. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,9,85,Western Cape,,,KWV 2003 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2003-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2003,KWV
13,Red,Austria,"Broad and mouthfilling, with smoke and beet aromas and flavors. Finishes on a slightly tangy note, prolonging the finish and giving it a sense of liveliness. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Classic,17,85,Burgenland,,,Hans Igler 2003 Classic Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-igler-2003-classic-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2003,Hans Igler
,Red,US,"Soft and voluptuous in texture, with amazingly rich blackberry pie, cherry marmalade and cocoa flavors, this Zin finishes a little on the sweet side. But it's a friendly charmer.",Dante Dusi Vineyard,24,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Stephen Ross 2003 Dante Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2003-dante-dusi-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Stephen Ross
,White,US,"A fine Riesling that's made in the Alsatian style. It's not only dry, it's tart in acids, with bright, ripe apple, honeysuckle, citrus and spice flavors. Alcohol is a modest 12.2%.",Dry,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Daniel Gehrs 2004 Dry Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2004-dry-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2004,Daniel Gehrs
12.5,White,Austria,"Smells inviting, with notes of lime, fresh greens and hints of peach that call to mind warm spring days. On the palate, it loses some of that grace, delivering chunky pear and citrus flavors in a medium-bodied package. Still good, especially for the price. Imported by Vin Divino.",,11,85,Wachau,,,Freie Weingärtner Wachau 2004 Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freie-weingartner-wachau-2004-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2004,Freie Weingärtner Wachau
14.5,White,South Africa,"Aromas are of white stone fruits, which continue on the palate, where there's also freshly peeled bananas. Creamy through and through, but not all that complex. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,25,85,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2004 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2004-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2004,Warwick
14,White,Chile,"Slightly spunky and sharp smelling, with distant mineral notes and not a ton of forward fruit on the bouquet. Melon, apple, kiwi and green papaya flavors are solid but timid, while there's pretty nice mouthfeel to hold the line. Imported by Laird & Company.",Reserve,13,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Valdivieso
,White,South Africa,"Fresh and fruity, this wine offers ripe flavors of mango and grapefruit, along with a whiff of cat pee. A great wine for sipping before dinner or when the weather warms up. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",,13,85,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2005-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Simonsig
12.2,White,US,"With its relativly low alcohol (12.2%) and brisk, citrusy flavors, this would make a solid beach-party wine. Hints of peach help to round it out, but the emphasis is on refreshing acidity.",,16,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2004-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Martha Clara
14,Red,South Africa,"Nice red-berry dominate the nose and palate, with aromas of menthol mixing in, and flavors of tobacco emerging with time. Smooth and simple, this wine finishes a bit warm. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,MAN Vintners 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,MAN Vintners
,White,US,"Nice and whistle-clean in acidity, with a sleek minerality, this wine has ripe flavors of pineapples, nectarines and crisp green apples. It tastes a little sweet because it's so fruity. Try with southeast Asian fare.",Alisos Vineyard,22,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Palmina 2004 Alisos Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmina-2004-alisos-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Palmina
14,Red,South Africa,"This wine has aromas of green olive and wood branch in addition to tart cherry. The palate is full and smooth, with mild tannins and flavors of dark berry, vanilla and a touch of spice. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,14,85,Coastal Region,,,Fairview 2003 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2003-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2003,Fairview
12.5,White,South Africa,"This Sauvignon Blanc smells and tastes of lime peel. With a tart entry that rounds out to a creamy feel and green apple flavors, it's quite enjoyable, although the finish is a bit warm. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Porcupine Ridge 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Porcupine Ridge
,Red,US,"This is a somewhat harsh wine, edgy in both acids and tannins. However it has polished blackberry and cherry flavors, and will stand up well to rich, oily cheeses and meats.",Ruby-Throated,17,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2003 Ruby-Throated Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2003-ruby-throated-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Clos La Chance
14,Red,Austria,It's creamy and soft—and frankly a bit formless—but this wine does feature bowls of ripe cherry fruit accented by lashings of vanilla and cream. Try putting a slight chill on it to tighten it up for a springtime picnic—an image admittedly a bit incongruous with the price. Imported by Vin Divino.,Perwolff,93,85,Burgenland,,,Krutzler 2003 Perwolff Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutzler-2003-perwolff-red-burgenland/,Red Blend,2003,Krutzler
,White,US,"With a little Columbard, Viognier and Chardonnay, plus 2% other unnamed varieties, this sure is fruity. It's a simple, charming glassful of apples, peaches, figs, melons and grapefruits; dry and well-acidified.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Redwood Creek 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-creek-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Redwood Creek
,White,US,"The fruit is leaner and thinner on this than most of Gallo's current Chards, but in a way, that works in its favor. The wine is more Chablisian, with moderate peach flavors and a crisp, clean minerality.",,12,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Indigo Hills 2003 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indigo-hills-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Indigo Hills
,Red,US,"I love the structure of this wine, but wish it were richer in fruit. It's very dry and balanced, with a creamy mouthfeel and deft, ripe tannins. The cherry flavors finish quick, leaving behind alcohol, tannins and acidity.",,28,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2003 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,2003,Husch
12.5,Red,Chile,"Features some ripe and heavy aromas, with a touch of barnyard and rubber thrown in. More rustic than refined, but ultimately good, with cherry and raspberry flavors. Dry and smoky on the finish, with tannin offsetting any fatness. Imported by Corkscrew Imports.",,9,85,Bío Bío Valley,,,Viñedos de Canata 2002 Carmenère (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-canata-2002-carmenere-bio-bio-valley/,Carmenère,2002,Viñedos de Canata
,Red,US,"A blend of Sangiovese, Syrah, Cab and Merlot, this fruity wine has a forward, primary flavor of red cherries, with a nice coating of smoky oak. It's voluptuous and velvety, but too sweet on the finish.",Phenomenon,60,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2002 Phenomenon Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2002-phenomenon-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Benessere
13.5,Red,Chile,"Lots of crispness and red berry on the nose, with a touch of sugar beet. Tartness anchors the palate, but there's also flavorful red-berry flavors mixed in. Good in a refreshing way; you could drink this with chips and salsa or Mexican food. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",,7,85,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2004 Shiraz (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-maipo-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Carmen
14,Red,Chile,"Warm and earthy, with a mild touch of stewiness to the nose. Sweet and candied in the mouth, with chocolate accents. Quite full through the middle with a meaty, big finish. Not a ton of complexity, however. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon with a quarter each of Merlot and Syrah. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Reserva Especial,19,85,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2003 Reserva Especial Red (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2003-reserva-especial-red-limari-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Viña Tabalí
13,Red,South Africa,"This is what easy-drinking Merlot is all about. Chocolate, cassis and eraser form a nice bouquet, while vanilla and tobacco meld with red fruit and cassis in the mouth. Stock up, then drink up. Imported by Hemingway & Hale.",,8,85,Western Cape,,,Gôiya 2004 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goiya-2004-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2004,Gôiya
,White,US,"Showcases the bright acidity and pure tropical fruit flavors of cool-climate Monterey Chards, with a delicious kiwi and lime taste. This is a super price for a wine of this caliber.",,7,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Mountain View 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-view-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Mountain View
13.5,White,Chile,"Slightly floral, with backing melon and apple  aromas. Round and melony on the tongue, with some passion fruit, grapefruit and spice peeking through. A bit soft but still fairly persistent. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,MontGras 2005 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2005-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,MontGras
,Red,US,"Shares the same characteristics of the winery's other 2003 Pinots, namely an apparent sweetness that's inappropriate in a dry table wine. There's probably no measurable sugar, but the palate impression is of sweetened cherries.",Pommard Clones,58,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Papapietro Perry 2003 Pommard Clones Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papapietro-perry-2003-pommard-clones-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Papapietro Perry
,Red,US,"Superripe in fruit, this Pinot flatters with cherry pie flavors, with the baked crust and sugary syrup. It has wonderful acidity, but whatever happened to dry, balanced elegance?",Peters Vineyard,45,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Papapietro Perry 2003 Peters Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papapietro-perry-2003-peters-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Papapietro Perry
,Red,US,"Here's a pretty nice Cab, showing a wealth of finely ripened cherry and blackberry flavors, and that fancy Napa structure. Smooth tannins and fine acids give it good balance. Should hold and improve for three or four years.",Special Release,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Solaris 2002 Special Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solaris-2002-special-release-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Solaris
,White,US,"Crisp in acids, and with the flavor of tart green apples, figs and white peaches, this is an easy, satisfying wine. It's fully dry and very clean, leaving the palate ready for food.",Reserve,8,85,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 2004 Reserve Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2004-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Turning Leaf
,White,US,"Clean and simple, this is a dry wine with refreshingly tart flavors of lemons, limes, grapefuits and figs. It's a very pleasant sipper and would work well as a cocktail wine.",Charlottes Home,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2004 Charlottes Home Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2004-charlottes-home-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Rodney Strong
,White,US,"Extracted and jammy in peach and pineapple fruit, this wine is slightly rustic in body and texture. It's oaky and dry, with plenty of acidity, the kind that makes the tastebuds tingle.",,18,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Saddleback 2003 Pinot Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2003-pinot-blanc-napa-oakville/,Pinot Blanc,2003,Saddleback
14,Red,Chile,"Ripe and sweet, with hunky open-knit aromas. Shows plum and chocolate cake flavors, but there's core acidity backing things up. Finishes more tart and snappy. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",Lien,15,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Maquis 2003 Lien Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maquis-2003-lien-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Maquis
,White,US,"Lots of ripe, rich Chardonnay character in this wine, with its strong flavors of peaches and cream, spicy woodsap, vanilla and buttered toast. It's a nice, dry wine with refreshing acids.",,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2004 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2004-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2004,Husch
14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and smoky, but also nondistinct. The rubbery nose is packed full of berry fruit and tar, but it's also a touch hard and unfocused. Pie-like fruit and chocolate control the palate; heavily toasted, with coffee on the finish. Imported by GWFC-Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Secreto,12,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Secreto Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-secreto-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Viu Manent
13.5,White,Chile,"On the soft, plump side, but with more than enough pineapple and other sweet fruits to make the grade. Nectarine and peach flavors are easy and inoffensive. A little bit creamy in terms of feel. Imported by Viña La Rosa USA.",La Palma,8,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2005 La Palma Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2005-palma-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,Viña La Rosa
14,Red,South Africa,"This soft wine has pleasant aromas of red berry and menthol, and the palate has loads of baked red fruits plus oaky vanilla and a hint of tart lemon. Drink now. Imported by Indigo Wine Group.",Phanto Ridge,20,85,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2004 Phanto Ridge Pinotage (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2004-phanto-ridge-pinotage-robertson/,Pinotage,2004,Robertson Winery
13.2,Red,US,"A soft, easy-drinking Merlot, with black cherry, herb and vanilla aromas and flavors and earth and carob undercurrents. Nice wine, even if it doesn't show the richness expected of a reserve bottling.",Six Barrels Reserve,34,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Shinn Estate 2002 Six Barrels Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shinn-estate-2002-six-barrels-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2002,Shinn Estate
14.5,Red,Italy,"Weirdly floral and perfumed—a potential turn-on for some tasters, while others may be turned off. It's relatively light in body for a wine carrying 14.5% alcohol, with floral grape and cherry flavors dominating. Tastes sweetly candied, balanced by bright acids. Imported by Vias Imports.",Majano,30,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Piero Busso 2003 Majano  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piero-busso-2003-majano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2003,Piero Busso
,Red,US,"The winery's basic appellation wine is full-bodied and heavy, showing very ripe berry, cherry and mocha flavors. It's almost like Syrah in weight, except for the silky, fine tannins.",,38,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Papapietro Perry 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papapietro-perry-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Papapietro Perry
,Red,US,"Young and fairly tannic now, although quite soft in acids, this is a lush Syrah, with powerful cherry-berry flavors that have a complex edge of coffee and leather. It turns a little sweet on the finish.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2002 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2002-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2002,Wellington
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine leads off with dark berry and a touch of herbs. A dusty and dry wine, it has some tart raspberry notes that lead to darker fruit, finally picking up some tobacco leaf. A good, everyday quaff. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Golden Kaan
,Red,US,"Tasted alongside the winery's Beatty Ranch bottling, or at least less fruity, which lets the tannins dominate. The wine is fully dry, with coffee, dried herb and pomegranate flavors.",,30,85,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Highlands 2002 Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highlands-2002-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2002,Highlands
14,Red,Chile,"Olive, warm leather and heavy herbal fruit on the nose, with deep and powerful cherry, cola and pepper notes on the palate. It's pretty tannic and live-wire, with ample chocolate and herbal essence on the finish. Imported by Vin Divino.",Reserva,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2003 Reserva Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2003-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Casa Silva
13.5,White,Chile,"Delivers a punch bowl's worth of floral aromas and fruity flavors. Tangy in the mouth, with all the citrus and green apple you can reasonably expect from a wine of this price. Long, fruity and properly acidic on the finish. Imported by Winebow.",,7,86,Casablanca Valley,,,TerraNoble 2005 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2005-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2005,TerraNoble
12,Dessert,Austria,"A bit of a letdown after the 2001 version, but still a pretty good dessert wine. Nut and citrus aromas give way to pineapple, orange and melon flavors in this blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Welschriesling that comes across as fruity and sweet but a bit simple. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Am Fusse des Berges Ruster Ausbruch,52,86,Burgenland,,,Wenzel 2002 Am Fusse des Berges Ruster Ausbruch White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wenzel-2002-am-fusse-berges-ruster-ausbruch-white-burgenland/,White Blend,2002,Wenzel
14.5,Red,South Africa,"“Old Bush Vines” must mean an extra dose of fruit, because this wine has it in waves. Offers crushed berries on the nose and sweet mixed berries in the mouth, mixed with just enough vanilla to keep it interesting. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Old Bush Vines,17,86,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2004 Old Bush Vines Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2004-old-bush-vines-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2004,Warwick
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Cherry and dark berry signify this wine, both in the nose and in the mouth. A good quaffer, with just enough tannin and wood spice to brighten it up. Imported by Hemingway & Hale.",,8,86,Western Cape,,,Gôiya 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goiya-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Gôiya
,Red,US,"This Syrah-Mourvèdre blend is soft, smooth and polished, with chocolate and cherry flavors. It is an easy wine with some sophistication and complexity.",Cuvée Jean Marie Red Table Wine,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2003 Cuvée Jean Marie Red Table Wine Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2003-cuvee-jean-marie-red-table-wine-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Foxen
13.5,White,Chile,"This three-piece band plays with Merlot, Cabernet and Syrah, and the tune is a fruit fantasia with tons of ripe cherry and blackberry, but no base or treble monitor. It's warm, big and juicy. Not boring, but monotone. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Altitude,11,86,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 2004 Altitude Red (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2004-altitude-red-requinoa/,Red Blend,2004,Château Los Boldos
13.5,Red,Chile,"Ripe and a bit oily, with lots of leather and herbs. Shows mostly sweet fruit on a narrow body, with a touch of balsamic vinegar and earth. Feels fairly plush; a nice everyday rendition of the variety. Imported by Vin Divino.",Reserva,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2004 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2004-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Casa Silva
,Red,US,"Young and tart in citrusy acids, and very dry. Has vibrant blackberry, cherry and coffee flavors. It's a well-structured wine that needs time to breathe.",Violet-Crowned,17,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2003 Violet-Crowned Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2003-violet-crowned-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2003,Clos La Chance
13,Red,Austria,"The heat of 2003 figures in this wine, which boasts outsized flavors of superripe fruit, ranging from peaches and apricots to cherries. Then it finishes on notes of anise and pepper. It's all almost Grenache-like, despite being a blend of Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Imported by Prescott Wines.",Wagram Cuvée No. 9,20,86,Donauland,,,Anton Bauer 2003 Wagram Cuvée No. 9 Red (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anton-bauer-2003-wagram-cuvee-no-9-red-donauland/,Red Blend,2003,Anton Bauer
,Red,US,"Benessere has worked hard to master this fussy variety. This version is silky and clean, with ripe cherry flavors veering into chocolate. It has a supple texture and good acids, but is a little too sweet for my taste.",,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2002 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2002-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2002,Benessere
,Red,US,"There's good acidity in this wine, with fruit that seems too extracted and sweet, like a baked, granulated sugar-infused cherry pie. If you're a fruit freak, this will do it for you.",Leras Family Vineyards,45,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Papapietro Perry 2003 Leras Family Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papapietro-perry-2003-leras-family-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Papapietro Perry
14.5,Red,South Africa,"There's 11% Malbec in this wine which gives it a purplish hue, but the flavors are all Cab. Cassis, raspberry and chocolate meld in the mouth, with dill and tobacco influencing the mixed-berry nose. A supple mouthfeel and solid tannins back it up, although the finish is a bit short. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,12,86,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Porcupine Ridge
13,Red,Italy,"Seems a bit muted aromatically, but still delivers pleasant black cherry and plum flavors. A bit light in body, with decent length on the finish alongside some drying tannins. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Pian Balbo,17,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Poderi Colla 2003 Pian Balbo  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2003-pian-balbo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2003,Poderi Colla
13.5,Red,Chile,"Forward and ripe, with olive, rubber and tar on the dark nose. Black fruit and tannin make for a rather normal, straightforward palate. Which doesn't mean there isn't tasty fruit, spice, power and some chocolate on the finish. A good but simple Chilean Carmenère. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2004 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2004-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,MontGras
12.5,White,Austria,"Starts off well, with scents of honey and spice, broadening on the palate into ripe pears accented by anise and honeyed notes. Slightly oily in texture, this is a pretty wine that just falls short on the abbreviated finish. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Spitzer Point Federspiel,13,86,Wachau,,,Johann Donabaum 2003 Spitzer Point Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-donabaum-2003-spitzer-point-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Johann Donabaum
13,White,Italy,"This medium-bodied Gavi boasts a decent bouquet that includes pear, melon and spice scents. Lacks a bit of punch on the midpalate, but still manages to pump out enough pear, lime and peppery flavors to earn solid marks, ending on lemon-lime and anise notes. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",,14,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca 2004  Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ca-bianca-2004-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2004,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca
,Red,Portugal,"A fresh, fruity, lightly earthy style of wine, which is packed with red berry flavors,  soft tannins and balancing acidity. This attractive wine is ready to drink now. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Chaminé,11,86,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2004 Chaminé Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2004-chamine-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2004,Cortes de Cima
,Red,Portugal,"The Caladoc grape is quite a rarity. A cross between Grenache and Malbec, it was developed for aroma and color. As a stand alone, it makes a spicy style of wine, with high tannin content, but also some juicy red fruits. It's intriguing, but in the end seems to lack a lot of depth. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Grand'Arte,15,86,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2004 Grand'Arte Caladoc (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2004-grandarte-other-red-caladoc-estremadura/,Caladoc,2004,DFJ Vinhos
,Red,Portugal,"A delicious, easy wine, with good, spicy fruit and soft tannins. It has some toast from wood aging, but the dominant character is of ripe, red fruit flavors. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Alabastro Reserva,14,86,Alentejano,,,Caves Aliança 2003 Alabastro Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2003-alabastro-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Caves Aliança
,White,New Zealand,"Combines passion fruit and herbal notes on the nose, then offers plump white peach and melon flavors. There's a bit of a chalky note on the green, herbal finish. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",,15,86,Marlborough,,,The Jibe 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jibe-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,The Jibe
,Red,US,"A blend of Merlot and Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, this is a big, exuberantly ripe, hands-on wine. It's like a puppy that jumps all over you with affection. Stuffed with ripe blackberry, blueberry and red cherry fruit, it's a happy wine, but not a particularly complex or ageable one.",Holbrook Mitchell Trio Red Wine,32,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 2002 Holbrook Mitchell Trio Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2002-holbrook-mitchell-trio-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"Extracted and soft, this single-vineyard Pinot has a full-bodied mouthfeel framing cherry, coffee, blackberry and cassis flavors. It tastes almost like a Cabernet, except for the silky texture. Heavy now, but it might lighten up in a few years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Stephen Ross 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Stephen Ross
13.8,Red,Chile,"Ripe and spicy, with some game and herbs creating a forceful but still savory nose. The fruit is typically herb-infused as it shows olive and tomato alongside plum and berry. Good to the core; probably an easier wine to drink than LFE's more oaky gran reserva. Imported by William Grant & Sons, Inc.",,8,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2003 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2003-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Luis Felipe Edwards
,Red,US,"Has cherry, coffee and blackberry flavors and a rich tannic structure. It's very dry, and oak contributes vanilla, spices and char. It's a big wine, not particularly elegant now, but could soften and complex with three or four years in the bottle.",Green Island Vineyards,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nord Estate 2003 Green Island Vineyards Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2003-green-island-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nord Estate
,White,US,"The east side of the valley is the warm side, since it gets the afternoon sun, and this is certainly a ripe wine. It's huge in pineapple, fig, and melon flavors, and has a crisp edge of clean acidity. Finishes with a hint of sweetness.",East Side Vineyards,10,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2004 East Side Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2004-east-side-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Pedroncelli
13,Red,Austria,"Smells nice, with pure boysenberry and mulberry notes garnished with vanilla, but turns crisp and tart on the palate, adding hints of cocoa and a slightly lactic note on the finish. Imported by Vin Divino.",,19,86,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2004 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2004-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2004,Gernot and Heike Heinrich
,White,France,"Light, crisp and lean, this is prototypical Chablis, with steely lime and chalk aromas followed by tart apple and lemon flavors. Strident and citrusy on the finish.",,20,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2004  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2004-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2004,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,Portugal,"This popular Portuguese brand is all about dry, tannic, rich, food-friendly wines. There are also black fruit flavors, and a dry, spicy aftertaste with layers of acidity. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Marquês de Borba,10,86,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2004 Marquês de Borba Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2004-marques-borba-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2004,J. Portugal Ramos
,Red,Portugal,"A typical production from this fruity grape, this is an easy-drinking, juicy style of wine, full of red berry flavors, just a touch of wood, and gentle but dry tannins. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,19,86,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2003 Alicante Bouschet (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2003-other-red-alicante-bouschet-alentejano/,Alicante Bouschet,2003,Herdade do Esporão
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dense and dark, with a shot of raisin and black licorice up front. Flavors of ripe berry fruit are simple and easy, with adequate tannin and pepper. Good New World Syrah. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Casa La Joya Reserve,9,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2004 Casa La Joya Reserve Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2004-casa-joya-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Viña Bisquertt
13.5,White,South Africa,"This is a good wine for this price. Tropical notes of mango and guava are accented with some vanilla. Menthol and smoke notes add some complexity, and the full body has enough balancing acidity. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",,10,86,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2003 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2003-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2003,Backsberg
13,White,Chile,"Get at this one right away and you'll likely enjoy the grassy, passion fruit aromas as well as the fresh, juicy tropical flavors. Shows medium-strength zest and citrus on the back palate, but doesn't scour. Tasty; a nice quaffer. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",,7,86,Curicó Valley,,,Carmen 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2005-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Carmen
13,White,South Africa,"Green bean and dill lead off the nose, but white fruits emerge on the palate to counter the vegetal notes. Good intensity of flavor, with acidity that borders on tart. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",,12,86,Western Cape,,,Backsberg 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Backsberg
13.5,Red,Chile,"Having very much liked previous vintages of this Carmenère-Cabernet-Syrah blend, the 2003, while perfectly good, seems a bit short on substance. The nose has a bit more beet and red plum than desirable, and the palate just doesn't have that much style or flair. Registers a bit hot and grabby on the finish. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,50,86,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2003 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antiyal-2003-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Antiyal
14,Red,Chile,"Full and chunky, with deep color and plenty of heft. Smells as if it might have some Carmenère in the blend, and it does (10%). There's an herbal quality to the wine, but that doesn't overshadow the plum and black cherry flavors nor the light oak touches. Good for Chilean Merlot. Imported by Viña La Rosa USA.",La Capitana Barrel Reserve,14,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2004 La Capitana Barrel Reserve Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2004-capitana-barrel-reserve-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2004,Viña La Rosa
,Red,US,"The fruit sure got ripe. This wine is powerful in cherry pie and milk chocolate flavors, and is soft in acids, with ripe, sweet tannins. It's one-dimensional, but that dimension is a deliciously gooey one.",,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,White Oak
12.5,White,Italy,"Unoaked Chardonnay from Piemonte isn't something we run across every day, but this example is a tasty, minerally counterpoint to oaky Chards. Medium-bodied apple and peach flavors are tinged with dry almond skin and chalk notes. Imported by Wine Wave.",Thou Bianc,15,86,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Bava 2003 Thou Bianc Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-2003-thou-bianc-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,2003,Bava
13,Red,Italy,"Lighter and fresher than previous vintages, with vibrant black cherry, plum—even a hint of peach—fruit flavors, backed by bright acids and some atypically hard tannins. Imported by Vintus LLC.",,19,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Sandrone 2004  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2004-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2004,Sandrone
,Red,US,"Light-bodied and delicately structured, with tight acids and a bone dry mouthfeel, this Pinot features cherry, cola, rhubarb and spice flavors. Tasted alongside some muscular Pinots, it's a featherweight, but it is elegant and food-friendly.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schug 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Schug
,Red,France,"Marketed by the Buzet cooperative, which sells over 90% of the local production.. This is a smooth, silky wine with a light tannic element and flavors of tarry fruit and herbs. Finishes with some bitterness, which gives the wine a medicinal edge.",Château de Gueyze,19,86,Southwest France,Buzet,,Vignerons de Buzet 2000 Château de Gueyze Red (Buzet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-buzet-2000-chateau-gueyze-red-buzet/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Vignerons de Buzet
,Dessert,US,"Still with some spritz, this is a sweet, but not too sweet, clean and vibrant wine, with rich flavors of apricots and vanilla. The effervescence should disappear in time.",Moscato d'Oro,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2004 Moscato d'Oro Moscato (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-moscato-doro-muscat-moscato-napa-valley/,Moscato,2004,Robert Mondavi
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine doesn't quite come across as full-bodied, with a lean streak through the midpalate. But it does have plenty of character, along with cassis, tobacco and herbal flavors backed by solid tannins, and a chocolate-laden finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,12,86,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2004 Merlot (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2004-merlot-coastal-region/,Merlot,2004,Porcupine Ridge
13,Red,Italy,"Pleasant and easy to drink, this Barbera blends sour cherry fruit with supporting notes of milk chocolate, cedar and vanilla. Full-bodied and a bit creamy in the mouth, it ends with hints of dill. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Ciabot Camerano,17,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marcarini 2003 Ciabot Camerano  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2003-ciabot-camerano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2003,Marcarini
,Red,Portugal,"A fresh, light, fruity wine that has some soft tannic structure. Has flavors of red cherries, plums and a touch of spice from the aging in American oak. Great acidity rounds it off attractively. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,15,86,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2004 Aragonês (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2004-tempranillo-aragones-alentejano/,Aragonês,2004,J. Portugal Ramos
13.5,White,South Africa,"More New Zealand than South African on the nose, with green bean and cat pee aromas. Tangy and high in acid, the wine nevertheless has enough body to round it out. Try pairing with grilled fish. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,16,86,Constantia,,,Groot Constantia 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groot-constantia-2004-sauvignon-blanc-constantia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Groot Constantia
,Red,France,"A simple, fresh, fruity wine. Ripe Cinsault gives it some weight, but Syrah's dark fruits spiced with pepper and herbal notes prevail.",,21,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Hecht & Bannier 2002 Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2002-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Hecht & Bannier
,Red,US,"This young wine is hard and tannic now, with a drying mouthfeel. Buried way down deep are blackberries and cherries, which are considerable, and the wine is balanced. It will probably develop bottle complexity over the next five to seven years.",Estate,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Snowden 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snowden-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Snowden
12.5,White,US,"The oak, although prominent in the name, isn't so obvious on the nose of this wine. Instead there's underripe peach and melon, followed by flavors that are more like apples and pears. It's a pleasant, medium-bodied wine with a slightly custardy texture and strong pencilly oak overtones showing through only on the finish.",Russian Oak,18,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2004 Russian Oak Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2004-russian-oak-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2004,Comtesse Thérèse
13,Red,Italy,"Given the heat of the vintage, it's no surprise that this wine carries some stewed, caramelized flavors along with strawberries, cocoa and herbs. Round and soft in the mouth, with a supple finish. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Valmaggiore,45,87,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Sandrone 2003 Valmaggiore  (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2003-valmaggiore-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2003,Sandrone
,Red,US,"This ripe Pinot has a roasted aroma of charry oak and cherry pie, with a smooth, silky texture. It's rich in cherry and mocha flavors, with a fairly stiff dose of tannin. A bit brawny now, so decant it, or let it mellow for a few years.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Rozak 2003 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozak-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rozak
,Red,US,"For well over a century, this rugged old French variety has produced a clean, full-bodied and dry red wine in California. It can't quite overcome its country-style character, but has tons of personality, and should age well for 15 years.",Noir de Noirs,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2004 Noir de Noirs Alicante Bouschet (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2004-noir-noirs-other-red-alicante-bouschet-sonoma-valley/,Alicante Bouschet,2004,Wellington
13,White,South Africa,"This wine has a vegetal character, but tropical fruit flavors are just as dominant. Intense flavors and aromas, lively acidity and a warm finish make this an ideal match for oily foods. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",,11,87,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2005-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Nederburg
13,White,New Zealand,"This brand's Sauvignon is from siltier, Rapaura soils, according to winemaker Alistair McIntosh. It's pungent and seaty, with hints of green bell pepper. There's a big, round mouthfeel, but the flavors are green and herbal. Imported by Icon Estates.",,16,87,Marlborough,,,Drylands 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drylands-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Drylands
,Red,US,"There's a lot of alcohol in this Zin, but the wine handles it well, showing a clean balance of fruit, tannins and acids. It's dry, with cassis, cherry and mocha flavors and a hint of raisins. Try it with Chinese beef dishes or grilled steak smothered in onions.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2003 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2003-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Frank Family
,White,US,"Straddling the line between dry and off-dry, this crisp, acidic wine is filled with citrus, peach and wildflower flavors that finish in a tremendous swirl of Oriental spice. It has great structure, and is complex enough to accompany racy, Asian-inspired fare.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Daniel Gehrs 2004 Gewürztraminer (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2004-gewurztraminer-central-coast/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Daniel Gehrs
,Red,France,"Chorey is known for its relatively light, cherry-scented wines, but in the drought vintage of 2003, this is an impressively dark effort, loaded with plums, black cherries and even a bit of chocolate fudge. It's full-bodied and a bit chunky, but nicely textured and shows good concentration and length.",,21,87,Burgundy,Chorey-lès-Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2003  Chorey-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-chorey-les-beaune-54676/,Pinot Noir,2003,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,US,"This limpid wine defines one style of Sangiovese and does it well. It's light- to medium-bodied and dry, with long, deep, red cherry flavors finished with oak spice and vanilla.",,16,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Vino Noceto 2003 Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-noceto-2003-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2003,Vino Noceto
,Red,Chile,"Ripe and rubbery, with a little bit of jump. Blackberry and sweet plum flavors are not herbal, while background oak offers vanilla, pepper and a light creaminess. Finishes clean. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Adobe,,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viñedos Organicos Emiliana 2004 Adobe Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-organicos-emiliana-2004-adobe-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Viñedos Organicos Emiliana
14,Red,Chile,"Broad and bulky, with nothing feminine about it. The nose is a burly blend of olive, leather and black fruit. Next up is a ripe palate with ample dark-berry flavors and a chocolate accent. Chunky and ripe all the way out the back door. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Reserve,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2003 Reserve Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2003-reserve-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Carmen
14,White,South Africa,"Vanilla, lime and a hint of salinity make for an interesting bouquet, while vanilla and toast dominate in the mouth. With time key lime and citrus notes emerge. Smooth on the palate with enough acid to keep it lively. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Reserve,12,87,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 2005 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2005-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Boschendal
,Red,US,"Softer and smoother than the winery's Adams Knoll bottling, this wine is dense in plum, blackberry and roasted coffee flavors. It has young, hard tannins that make it immature now, but you have to wonder if the softness limits its ageability.",Sarah Block Murphy Ranch,35,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2002 Sarah Block Murphy Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2002-sarah-block-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Murphy-Goode
14.5,Red,Italy,"Nice, easy-drinking Barbera, with nothing too complex or in your face. Medium-weight blackberry fruit is framed by hints of cocoa, turning crisp and citrusy on the finish. Imported by Vias Imports.",Rive,26,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Poderi Alasia 2003 Rive  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-alasia-2003-rive-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2003,Poderi Alasia
,White,US,"This lovely, delicately powerful Chardonnay has a great balance of all its parts. The ripe fruit flavors are set off by crisp acids, while toasty oak and lees add complexity. The honeyed finish is rich.",,23,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Acacia
,Red,Portugal,"Produced since 1978, this is one of the more familar brands from central Portugal. It is solid, chunky and ripely fruity, without the complexity of the reserve Grande Escholha version of the same wine. But it has good plum flavors, along with some fresh acidity to give it a final lift. Best Buy. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Tinto da Anfora Red,10,87,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2003 Tinto da Anfora Red Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2003-tinto-anfora-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal
14,Red,Chile,"Ripe and sturdy, with saturated, well-spiced aromas. Fairly ripe and rich on the palate, with ample oak. The fruit flavors are dark, a touch creamy and only slightly herbal. Doesn't try to reach too far; should be good with meat. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Reserve,16,87,Maule Valley,,,Arauco 2004 Reserve Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arauco-2004-reserve-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Arauco
13.5,White,Austria,"Reticent on the nose, yielding stony, waxy notes but little else. It's medium-bodied and a bit austere on the palate as well, but then the stone and melon flavors open out on the finish into lemon, hints of pepper and celery leaf. Imported by Prescott Wines.",Reserve,20,87,Donauland,,,Anton Bauer 2003 Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anton-bauer-2003-reserve-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Anton Bauer
,Red,Portugal,"Thought to be related to the Douro grape, Bastardo, and the Savoy (French) grape, Trousseau, the Tinta Caiada is something of a curiosity. It makes a tannic, smoky wine with flavors of figs and a bitter character from the intense dryness of the aftertaste. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",,16,87,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2004 Tinta Caiada (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2004-portuguese-red-tinta-caiada-alentejano/,Tinta Caiada,2004,J. Portugal Ramos
14,Red,Chile,"Intensely oaked, with lemon peel and charcoal on the nose, which also features tar and crude oil. Below the surface there's cherry, red plum and concentration. Powerful, with tannin and grabby acids. Not the smoothest wine but commendable for its power. Should improve in the future; this was only the second vintage. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Alka,65,87,Colchagua Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2003 Alka Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2003-alka-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,J. & F. Lurton
13.5,Red,Chile,"Round and ripe, with forward aromas and spice. Ripeness isn't an issue with this Cabernet-Carmenère blend; it's pretty jumpy and electric, with amplified red-berry flavors. From a warm, dry subregion of Colchagua. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Araucano Clos de Lolol,25,87,Colchagua Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2002 Araucano Clos de Lolol Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2002-araucano-clos-lolol-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2002,J. & F. Lurton
13.5,White,South Africa,"Buttery aromas fold in apple and plantain, while in the mouth, tropical fruit, dusty oak and baked apple take over. Goes down smooth, but finishes warm. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",,9,87,Western Cape,,,Helderberg Wijnmakerij 2003 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helderberg-wijnmakerij-2003-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2003,Helderberg Wijnmakerij
,Red,France,"Bonny Doon vineyard has gone in search of something unusual from France, and found it in this dark, seriously tannic Tannat-based Madiran. Heart of Darkness certainly describes the almost black color, but in fact the fruit is fresher than with many Madirans, and the tannins are beginning to soften. This wine is more than a curiosity, and gives a fine glimpse of this under-rated red wine area in the south-west of France.",,18,87,Southwest France,Madiran,,Heart of Darkness 2001 Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heart-darkness-2001-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2001,Heart of Darkness
12.5,White,Austria,"This nicely balanced GV features ripe pears and tropical fruit allied to citrus and white pepper, but just lacks that extra intensity and concentration of the best examples. Imported by Vin Divino.",Terrassen Smaragd,38,87,Wachau,,,Rudi Pichler 2004 Terrassen Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-pichler-2004-terrassen-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Rudi Pichler
,White,US,"Mondavi's Chards never seem as ripe as most others, instead coming in with higher acids and a tinge of dusty tannins framing the fruit. So it is with this dry wine, with its touch of mineral and rich coating of oak.",,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"This is a fine Napa Cab, rich and ripe in black currant, and well balanced. It's dry, with fairly sturdy tannins, and although it's soft in acids, it will hold and improve for a few years.",Lost Vineyard,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Snowden 2002 Lost Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snowden-2002-lost-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Snowden
14,Red,Chile,"Smooth and inviting; one of La Rosa's better wines of late. It's classic New World Shiraz with ripe, black fruit that floats toward black cherry cassis. The mouthfeel is extracted and rich, with soft-styled tannins and a fair amount of jam. Drink soon; not an ager. Imported by Viña La Rosa USA.",La Capitana,17,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2004 La Capitana Shiraz (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2004-capitana-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-cachapoal-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Viña La Rosa
13.5,Red,Chile,"This Carmenère starts out a bit austere and full of varietal character, meaning there's olive, roast tomato, dill and pickle on the nose. But there's also perfectly ripe plum to back it up, and excellent feel and balance to boot. Chewy enough but more racy. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Casa La Joya Reserve,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2004 Casa La Joya Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2004-casa-joya-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Viña Bisquertt
,White,Chile,"Quite round and chewy, but zesty enough to stay on balance. There's lemon custard and pineapple on the fresh nose, and apple, banana and vanilla flavors. Finishes slightly toasty; nicely oaked. Imported by Billington Imports.",Antiguas Reservas,14,87,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2004 Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2004-antiguas-reservas-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Cousiño-Macul
,Red,US,"This is a delicious, rich Pinot Noir, although it's a little too soft, full-bodied and heavy for a Pinot. There's a Grenache-like cherry flavor, with chocolate overtones, and the wine is dry. Drink now.",Ashleys Vineyard,39,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Consilience 2003 Ashleys Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consilience-2003-ashleys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Consilience
,Red,US,"Rich, ripe, fleshy and fat, this single-vineyard Pinot is a little soft, but very delicious in gooey red cherry and mocha flavors. Finishes clean and supple, and slightly sweet.",Rio Vista Vineyard,32,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Drew 2003 Rio Vista Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drew-2003-rio-vista-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Drew
,Red,Portugal,"Trincadeira (a k a Tinta Amarela in the Douro) produces great spicy, juicy wines in central Portugal. This is fresh, with soft tannins and easy, ripe fruit; it can put many New World wines to shame. Drink and enjoy. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Grand' Arte,15,87,Ribatejano,,,DFJ Vinhos 2003 Grand' Arte Trincadeira (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2003-grand-arte-portuguese-red-trincadeira-ribatejano/,Trincadeira,2003,DFJ Vinhos
14.5,White,Chile,"Big and broad, with 14.5% alcohol and a lot of butterscotch and baked apple character. The palate delivers toasty apple and lemon flavors, while the finish is solid. A bit of a chunkster but cleanly made and packed with flavor. Imported by The Global Vineyard.",Legada Reserva,15,87,Limarí Valley,,,De Martino 2004 Legada Reserva Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2004-legada-reserva-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,De Martino
,Red,US,"The Northern Rhône is the model for this dry, rich, complex wine. It opens with white pepper, blackberry tart and toasted oak aromas, and in the mouth turns full-bodied and dense, with ripe blackberry, plum and coffee flavors. It's soft for a Santa Barbara wine.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Taz 2003 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Taz
13,White,Chile,"This is a nice wine that shows the chunkier, smoother style of the grape. Starts with a touch of banana and toasty oak on the nose before shifting to apple, pear, banana and vanilla in the mouth. Mixes lushness with acidity in an easy way. One of the better recent wines from this label. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Reserva,10,87,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 2004 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-2004-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Viña Tarapacá
,Red,US,"Here's what Paso does so well with full-bodied red wines. It's an inky, voluptuously rich wine, almost decadent in chocolate and cassis flavors, yet dry and balanced. This big, burly, tannic wine will be great now with short ribs.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,X 2003 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2003-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,X
,White,US,"It's hard to describe this as Chablisian, given the 15-percent-plus alcohol, but that word captures its minerality. There's a flintiness underlying the oak, citrus and peach flavors of this bone-dry wine. Similar to grand cru Chablis—it's tough in its youth. Hard to tell where it's going.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,46,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Hawk Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-hawk-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"There's more acidity in this wine than most Williams Selyem Pinots. Take a sip, and the flavor of cherries explodes on the palate, along with oak. Compared to the winery's '03s, it seems sweet, almost cloying, on the finish.",Coastlands Vineyard,62,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2003 Coastlands Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-coastlands-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"This Pinot is richer and softer than other Edna Valley Pinots. It's a little heavy now, with dry, sticky tannins, and is not showing well, a function no doubt of youth. Two or three years should let the cherry flavors break out.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2003 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Stephen Ross
13,Red,Austria,"Seems reductive on the nose, with smoky, slightly acrid sulfur notes that still don't obscure the ripe plums underneath. Tastes better, delivering plum and cherry flavors on a silky- smooth mouthfeel. Decant before serving, or hold another year or two before drinking. Imported by Vin Divino.",,19,87,Burgenland,,,Paul Achs 2004 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-achs-2004-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2004,Paul Achs
,Red,US,"Full-throttle Merlot here, oaky, tannic and dry. It's a young wine now, somewhat sharp and edgy, but with a promising future. The cherry flavors should sweeten and the tannins soften with three or four years of proper cellaring.",,34,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Frog's Leap
,Red,Portugal,"A dark, black-fruited wine that shows freshness as well. Dusty tannins give the wine a layer of dryness; the aftertaste is filled with lively sweet-and-sour acidity. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Vila Santa,16,87,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2004 Vila Santa Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2004-vila-santa-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2004,J. Portugal Ramos
,Red,France,"A sophisticated, elegant wine with dusty tannins and new wood flavors of new wood and dark plum fruit. Fresh rather than powerful; drink now and over the next 18 months.",,22,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Hecht & Bannier 2002 Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2002-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Hecht & Bannier
,Red,US,"Foppiano is a leader in the Petite Sirah movement, with a long history of producing this dark, dry, full-bodied wine. This one's powerful in coffee and blackberry fruit, and scoury in acids and tannins. It will easily ride out the next 15 years, but will never lose its rusticity.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2003 Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2003-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Foppiano
,Red,US,"I love the silky texture of this Pinot, with its crisp acids and fine, smooth tannins. The fruit is enormous, bursting with cherry and mocha flavors. It seems rather sweet now, but that may be its youth. Give it until mid-2006 to come together.",Rosella's Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2003 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2003-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Bernardus
,Red,Portugal,"From vineyards on the slopes of the Arrabida mountains south of Lisbon, this Touriga Nacional is earthy, tangy, packed with black fruits and dry acidity. The aftertaste is very dry. The producer was formerly known as JP Vinhos. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Só,25,87,Terras do Sado,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2003 Só Touriga Nacional (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2003-so-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-terras-sado/,Touriga Nacional,2003,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal
,Red,US,"Made from Alexander Valley and Mayacamas Mountain fruit, this is a fairly complex Cab, rich in fruit and tannins, dry and soft. It has lovely blackberry and black cherry fruit, modestly accented by oak.",Proprietor Grown,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hanna 2003 Proprietor Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2003-proprietor-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hanna
14.7,Red,Chile,"Displays spicy cherry and just enough smoky oak to make a statement. Red fruit is clean and starchy, while the finish is firm and chocolaty, with some rubbery tannins protruding. Seems young; should soften through 2006. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2004 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2004-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2004,MontGras
13,Red,Austria,"This medium-bodied wine delivers aromas and flavors of plums, graham crackers and vanilla, all rolled up in a crisp, harmonious package that finishes with a blast of peppery spice. Imported by Vin Divino.",Blaufränkisch Classic,12,87,Burgenland,,,Neckenmarkt 2004 Blaufränkisch Classic Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neckenmarkt-2004-blaufrankisch-classic-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2004,Neckenmarkt
13.5,Red,Italy,"Modern-style Barbera right from the start, with vibrant color and scents of cedar, vanilla and black cherry on the nose. Dried spices and vanilla buttress crisp cherry flavors on the palate, ending long and tangy. Drink now. Imported by Boisset America.",,15,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Beni di Batasiolo 2003  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2003-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2003,Beni di Batasiolo
,White,US,"If you're going to do California Viognier, might as well let 'er rip with the exotic stuff. This heady wine does just that, offering a mouthful of ripe mango, papaya, nectarine, peach, clove and vanilla flavors in a richly creamy package. There's nothing subtle about it, just sheer hedonism.",Kathy's Cuvée,16,87,California,California Other,California,Rosenblum 2004 Kathy's Cuvée Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-kathys-cuvee-viognier-other/,Viognier,2004,Rosenblum
12,White,South Africa,"The ripeness of the grapes used for this wine is apparent in the tropical fruit aromas it offers. Creamy and full, the wine offers flavors of melon, mango and pink grapefruit that carry through the finish. Imported by Indigo Wine Group.",,10,87,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2005-sauvignon-blanc-robertson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Robertson Winery
13.5,White,South Africa,"Full-bodied, and full of flavor. Displaying aromas of tropical fruits, butterscotch and menthol, this wine has a ripe feel about it, but is still balanced by lively acidity. Some notes of corn show through, as does some heat on the finish, but it's still very good. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Baroness Nadine,25,87,Western Cape,,,Rupert & Rothschild 2003 Baroness Nadine Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rupert-rothschild-2003-baroness-nadine-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2003,Rupert & Rothschild
,Red,US,"Has the texture and balance of a good Napa Cab, with rich tannins, but with Zin's distinct briary, wild berry character. The finish is dry and smooth.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2003 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2003-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Titus
,Red,US,"This is certainly the darkest, most tannic of the winery's current Pinot lineup. Like the others, it has a heavy, extraripe thickness that's not especially varietal, but it's a fairly complex wine, with its dry coffee, blackberry and oak flavors. Give it a few years.",Stone Corral Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2003 Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2003-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Stephen Ross
14.5,Red,Chile,"Savory and a little leafy, but it blends the right amounts of salty olive and herbs with perky, red-fruit notes. Almost crisp on the palate, with fairly precise olive, plum and cherry flavors. Good and fresh; varietally correct. Imported by GWFC-Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Estate,8,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Estate Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-estate-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Viu Manent
,White,US,"Alexander Valley was the source of some great California Chardonnays back in the 70s, and this wine shows how well the appellation can do. It's a soft, opulent wine, with tropical fruit flavors complexed with the cream and spice of oak and lees.",,23,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2004 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Stuhlmuller Vineyards
,Red,US,"Mondavi's basic Carneros Pinot has been dependable for years, and this one continues the tradition. It's dry and balanced, with cherry, cola, coffee and herb flavors, and has the silky tannins and crisp acids you want in a Pinot.",,21,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Robert Mondavi
13.5,Red,Italy,"Features a delicate, Burgundy-like nose of roses, herbs and cherries, followed by a high-alcohol, round mouthfeel and flavors of Maraschino cherries and dusty earth. Ends with firm tannins and a mineral note. Drink now–2010. Imported by Vias Imports.",,18,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Produttori del Barbaresco 2003 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-barbaresco-2003-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2003,Produttori del Barbaresco
14,Red,Italy,"A solid effort from Barbaresco's local cooperative, which should augur well for its single-vineyard riservas that will be released later this year. The normale is a fairly priced, somewhat herbal and tannic wine that shows enough cherry fruit and minty complexity to anchor it in the Very Good range. Astringent on the finish, so give it some time in the cellar or drink with rare beef. Imported by Vias Imports.",,33,87,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Produttori del Barbaresco 2001  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-barbaresco-2001-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2001,Produttori del Barbaresco
,Dessert,US,"Produced from Chardonnay grown in Carneros, this wine has caramel, toast and baked fruit-pie aromas that are clean and inviting. It's not as sweet as you'd think, and the roasted fruit flavors are offset by good acids.",Aria White,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2001 Aria White Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2001-aria-white-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2001,Prager
,White,US,"This is a country-style Chard, a bit rough around the edges, with very ripe tropical fruit and apricot flavors, good acidity and an overtly oaky taste.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Avila 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Avila
14,Red,Chile,"Very oaky; on the border of smelling like sawdust. Also brambly, with plum and cherry in the background. So much wood you get maple and pepper; not too convincing. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Reserva,14,82,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2003 Reserva Merlot (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2003-reserva-merlot-limari-valley/,Merlot,2003,Viña Tabalí
14,White,Chile,"A lot of corn and butter, but with a strong infusion of vegetal notes like celery and squash. Buttery and bland on the palate, with mealy flavors and a resiny finish. Not one of this winery's better moments.",Barrel Fermented Reserve,12,81,Casablanca Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Barrel Fermented Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-barrel-fermented-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Viu Manent
13,White,Italy,"Amidst the sea of copycat Grigios one exception stands out. It starts with a deep golden color and a nose ripe with toasted almond, pine box, caramel and maple syrup. Compactly structured, smooth and silky with lingering spice from barrel aging. Imported by VinUS Inc.",,40,93,,Venezia Giulia,,Bressan 2003 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bressan-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Bressan
,Red,US,"Here's a wonderfully rich, rewarding Merlot. It's as soft and creamy as melted chocolate mixed with blackcurrant jam and a sprinkle of creme de cassis, with a rich sprinkling of oaky vanilla, but fortunately, it has the acidic backbone needed for structure. This is a sexy wine.",,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Duckhorn
,White,France,"It's dry and elegant in the mouth, with a fusion of white fruits and almond flavors. This stylish wine, named after the company founder, Jos Meyer, is delicious and balanced. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Fondation Vieilles Vignes,,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2004 Fondation Vieilles Vignes Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2004-fondation-vieilles-vignes-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Josmeyer
,Red,US,"Babcock has wisely chosen to let Merlot dominate this blend, since it clearly performs better in the valley than Cabernet. The wine shows the herbaceousness that always accompanies Santa Barbara clarets, but achieves a new level for that county of ripe, satisfying fruity complexity. The flavor of cassis even shows up on the finish. A wine to watch.",Fathom,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 2002 Fathom Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2002-fathom-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Babcock
,White,US,"Full and spicy, this marries ripe, pear and mango-flavored fruit with spicy cinnamon and green tea. It's got the harmonious integration and lingering fruitiness that makes you want second and third glasses.",,15,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bethel Heights 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Bethel Heights
13,Red,Spain,"Deep, earthy aromas show some stewed fruit and rubber, but the palate offers a solid blast of ripe berry mixed with chocolate and leather, and the finish is thick, smooth, a bit buttery and a touch starchy. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",,27,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Guzmán Aldazabal 2000  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guzman-aldazabal-2000-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Guzmán Aldazabal
12.2,White,New Zealand,"Lemon-lime aromas would seem a bit monochromatic, but they're enlivened by the addition of ripe apple and tropical fruit. It's off-dry, weighty and creamy, with flavors that add spice and mineral nuances on the finish. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.",,20,89,Wairarapa,,,Gladstone 2004 Pinot Gris (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gladstone-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-wairarapa/,Pinot Gris,2004,Gladstone
,Red,US,"Classic Sonoma Zin, ripe, dry and luscious in blackberry, cherry, cocoa, coffee and peppery spice flavors, with rich, complex tannins and a finish of sweet fruit and oak. Has the depth and intensity of a true old vine wine.",,16,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Baccharis 2002 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baccharis-2002-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2002,Baccharis
14,White,Italy,"A gorgeously smooth wine with toasted notes, walnut husk and wood woven successfully into a creamy, fruity nose. Creamy and chewy with snappy spice on the finish. Imported by MHW, Ltd.",,16,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Lis Neris 2003 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Lis Neris
12.5,White,France,"The nose features fresh apple and pear, but with a lightly baked quality to it. Additional nuances of mint, pepper and mineral are attractive. Harmonious and classy; Really nice for a basic bottling. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",,15,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2004 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Pierre Sparr
,Dessert,France,"A wine that balances sweetness with currant fruit flavors. It is fresh and crisp, but also has a depth of concentration. It should age well, but is ready to drink now. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Vendanges Tardives,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2000 Vendanges Tardives Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2000-vendanges-tardives-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Pierre Sparr
,White,US,"Here's a PG that's considerably drier and more acidic than most. There's a real need for this kind of wine, with its lime zest, fig and white peppery-spice flavors and cleansing, crisp elegance.",Cold Creek Ranch,16,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Laird 2004 Cold Creek Ranch Pinot Grigio (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-2004-cold-creek-ranch-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Laird
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A cleanly made, straightforward Pinot Gris, with ripe apple and citrus aromas and flavors that finish crisp despite having noticeable residual sugar on the palate. Nicely balanced. Imported by Wilson Daniels",,19,88,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2004 Pinot Gris (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-kumeu/,Pinot Gris,2004,Kumeu River
15,Red,Australia,"Aromas of black pepper, bramble and berries lead into similar flavors, interlaced with some bitter chocolate. It's crisp, medium-sized and focused. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Presidents Selection,17,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2003 Presidents Selection Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2003-presidents-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2003,Wolf Blass
,White,Austria,"Especially attractive, with poised, elegant, fresh flavors. While not intense, there is great pleasure to be found in this fresh, green wine, with its layers of acidity and smooth, silky texture. Imported by Wein-Bauer, Inc.",,12,88,Südsteiermark,,,Wohlmuth 2004 Pinot Gris (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wohlmuth-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sudsteiermark/,Pinot Gris,2004,Wohlmuth
15,Red,Australia,"Tastes a lot less oaky than Schild's Shirazes—here, black pepper and spice flavors, and nutty aromas, are accents rather than principals. Soft tannins couch ripe black plums on the palate, and juicy cherry revs up on the finish. Imported by The Australian Wine Connection.",GMS,22,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Schild Estate 2004 GMS Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2004-gms-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Schild Estate
,White,US,"Imagine a PG as rich, creamy and complex as a great Chardonnay, with, of course, a different flavor profile. This wine is ripe in apple, apricot, nectarine, peach, fig and spice flavors, with a slightly sweet finish. But the acidity works to keep it clean and balanced.",,18,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Saddleback Cellars 2004 Pinot Grigio (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-cellars-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-oakville/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Saddleback Cellars
13.5,White,Italy,"There's fresh pear, nectarine and a prominent mineral vein, rendering an elegant and snappy wine. Pair this with shellfish or creamy soufflés. Imported by Vintus LLC.",,37,88,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Mario Schiopetto
,White,US,"Reliable and fruit-driven, Erath's Pinot Gris is a solid, fruity, tangy wine that shows nice citrus and tangerine flavors. Crisp and lively, great food wine, especially for spicy Asian dishes.",,14,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Erath 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Erath
,White,US,"A fruit forward Pinot Gris, almost lush in the mouth. Pears, sliced orange and hints of tropical fruit are nicely blended, with a soft and fresh finish.",,14,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Coleman 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coleman-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Coleman
13.5,White,New Zealand,"There's a copper tinge to this wine's color, the result some skin contact. The result is a richly fruity wine blessed with layers of ripe apples and berries. Zesty and a bit phenolic on the finish, helping to balance the .8% residual sugar. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Icon,22,88,Marlborough,,,House of Nobilo 2005 Icon Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/house-nobilo-2005-icon-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2005,House of Nobilo
14,White,New Zealand,"Pretty sweet and fat, with honeyed flavors that lean toward apple, melon and pear. There's just enough citrus on the finish to pull it all together and give it some semblance of balance, but this will not be to all tastes. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,20,88,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2005 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2005,Grove Mill
14,White,Austria,"Heavily oaked but nice, with caramel, popcorn and buttered toast comprising the nose. Equally toasty and warm in the mouth, where sweet, ripe white fruit takes on a toffee quality. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Knily,18,88,Styria,,,Jaunegg 2003 Knily Pinot Gris (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaunegg-2003-knily-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-styria/,Pinot Gris,2003,Jaunegg
,Red,Australia,"This is a new addition to Yalumba's Hand Picked range. Blackberry, black cherry and raspberry aromas and flavors dominate, from nose to tail. This is an enjoyable wine, but it's not quite as complex as the line's other offerings. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Hand Picked t/g/v Tempranillo-Grenache-Viog,32,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2004 Hand Picked t/g/v Tempranillo-Grenache-Viog Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2004-hand-picked-t-g-v-tempranillo-grenache-viog-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2004,Yalumba
13.5,Red,Spain,"Rooty and rich, and it hits stride with some airing. Fairly woody stuff, with maple and toast accenting beefy, sweet fruit flavors in the black cherry and plum category. Long and lasting late, with coffee and some lemon peel. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Crianza,26,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Callejo 2002 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callejo-2002-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2002,Callejo
14,Red,Australia,Crispness and lively acidity mark this Victorian Shiraz. Offers cherries and a hint of fresh herbs in the mouth. Imported by Epic Wines.,Billi Billi,15,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Mount Langi Ghiran 2002 Billi Billi Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-langi-ghiran-2002-billi-billi-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2002,Mount Langi Ghiran
13,White,Italy,"Slightly less generous than the 2004, but with similar notes of toast and baked apple. Feels thick and creamy in the mouth with a long, nutty persistency. Cold maceration keeps floral and fruity notes intact. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Riserva,13,88,,Trentino,,Mezzacorona 2003 Riserva Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2003-riserva-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Mezzacorona
13,White,Italy,"Starts with toasty, nutty notes, then adds dried sage and a silky feel in the mouth. The wine has enough bulk and texture to be a structured Pinot Grigio—a rare feat, indeed—without compromising its perky personality. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,34,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Jermann 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jermann-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Jermann
,White,France,"A dry, intensely spicy style, which layers acidity with freshness. The flavors are ripe, packed with white fruits, but the main impression is of lightness and elegance. The aftertaste is clean, fresh and easy. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Cuvée Jean-Baptiste,23,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2003 Cuvée Jean-Baptiste Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2003-cuvee-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2003,Jean-Baptiste Adam
,White,US,"This has a strong floral component, like body powder, but it is a substantial, meaty wine, with ripe pear and white peach flavors. Intense and focused in the midpalate, it gets a bit hot on the finish.",,10,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Eola Hills
,White,US,"Tart, clean and elegant, this dry, cool-climate PG has a purity of flavors and high acidity that make it a delight. Figs, kiwis, sweet limes, pineapples, tangerines, it's like a trip to the fruit stand.",Paragon,18,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2004 Paragon Pinot Gris (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2004-paragon-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Edna Valley Vineyard
,White,US,"Dry and tart, with citrus, kiwi, fig and herb flavors and a creamy texture, this food-friendly wine has some real complexity that need breathing. Try decanting a few hours before serving.",,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Duckhorn
,White,France,"A blend from a number of its vineyards, this is a dry wine, with fresh acidity and white currant flavors. A great apéritif wine, but also good with fish or salads. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Les Princes Abbés,22,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2002 Les Princes Abbés Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2002-les-princes-abbes-pinot-gris-alsace-52859/,Pinot Gris,2002,Domaines Schlumberger
,White,France,"Fresh fruit, ripeness and touches of toast dominate this wine. It has almonds, some spice and fine, fresh, yellow fruit flavors. There is just a touch of honey to finish. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Letzenberg Cuvée Jean-Baptiste,40,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2002 Letzenberg Cuvée Jean-Baptiste Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2002-letzenberg-cuvee-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2002,Jean-Baptiste Adam
,White,France,"A rich, sweet wine. Its main impression is of balance between that sweetness and the fresh, clean, white fruits and spice. A touch of toastiness adds complexity. The aftertaste is fresh, rather than sweet. Imported by Michael Lerner.",Grand Cru Kirchberg de Ribeauvillé,22,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2004 Grand Cru Kirchberg de Ribeauvillé Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2004-grand-cru-kirchberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Cave de Ribeauvillé
,White,France,"An attractive, fresh-fruited wine that has some light sweetness as well as good yellow fruit flavors. There is pepper and some exotic spice flavors as well. Imported by Michael Lerner.",Grand Cru Gloeckelberg,28,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2004 Grand Cru Gloeckelberg Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2004-grand-cru-gloeckelberg-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2004,Cave de Ribeauvillé
,Dessert,US,"Very sweet, with flavors of peach and apricot shortcake drizzled with vanilla and cinnamon, this wine has good, firm acids. It's complex enough to warrant another glass or two.",Antigone Late Harvest,24,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2002 Antigone Late Harvest Chardonnay (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2002-antigone-late-harvest-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Lolonis
14,Rose,Australia,,Mrs. Wigley,19,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Wirra Wirra 2004 Mrs. Wigley Rosé (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2004-mrs-wigley-rose-south/,Rosé,2004,Wirra Wirra
,White,France,"A softly dry style of wine, this Pinot Gris from the Schoffweg vineyard shows a lightness and freshness in its style. There is acidity, a layer of dryness and flavors of green fruits, giving it a good lift to finish. Imported by Michael Lerner.",Réserve Schoffweg,23,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2004 Réserve Schoffweg Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2004-reserve-schoffweg-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2004,Cave de Ribeauvillé
13,White,Italy,"Pine nuts, flint stone, baked banana, roasted nuts and acacia are delivered on the back of a well-structured Pinot Grigio. A prominent vein of acidity slices straight down the middle, leaving a vaguely sour note on the finish. Imported by Opici Import Company.",,,88,,Friuli Isonzo,,Villanova 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villanova-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Villanova
,Red,Chile,"Ventisquero's top bottlings feature gray labels, hence the name. The Cabernet features some minty-eucalyptus scents alongside standard cassis and plum aromas. A bit fuller than the other wines in the range, and also more structured, ending with firm tannins and mouthwatering acids.",Grey,27,88,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2003 Grey Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2003-grey-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ventisquero
,Red,Chile,"From young hillside plantings, this Syrah boasts intense blackberry and blueberry fruit accented by hints of vanilla and cinnamon. Soft and ready to drink, with well managed tannins.",Gran Reserva,19,88,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2003 Gran Reserva Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2003-gran-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2003,Ventisquero
12.3,White,Italy,"Roasted car-amelized almond, banana bread and candied fruit smells characterize a wine that is smooth, but tangy in the mouth, with good persistence.",,10,88,,Delle Venezie,,Due Torri 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/due-torri-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Due Torri
,White,US,"This blows away everything in its price range. Plump flavors of pear, peach, citrus and green apple show persistence, grip and mouth-cleaning tartness.",,7,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2004 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Covey Run
,White,US,"Very crisp, clean and leesy. This is made in a style that seems to emphasize the flavors of the yeast, giving a mouth-cleaning freshness to the flavors.",,13,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Belle Vallée
13.5,White,Italy,"Toasted nut, sage, exotic fruit and earthy-musty aromas preface what later reveals itself as a wine of unexpected width and character. Imported by Romano Brands.",,23,88,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Tenuta Luisa 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-luisa-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tenuta Luisa
,Red,Spain,"Toasty and solid, with wintergreen on the nose. Blackberry, cherry and other typical Cab flavors work well together on the framed, tannic palate. Finishes ripe, with additional tannins, coffee and chocolate. Hard as a rock in terms of feel. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,40,88,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-dominio-valdepusa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Marques de Griñon
13,White,Italy,"Features clean, delineated mineral tones and feminine floral notes. The wine is elegant, subtle but stylistic, crisp but not sharp. Drink now. Imported by Pane-bianco.",,16,88,,Delle Venezie,,Loredan Gasparini 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loredan-gasparini-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Loredan Gasparini
14,White,Italy,"This wine favors fruit over nuttiness, with opulent melon and pear on an intense and complex nose. There's lovely depth and texture. Imported by MHW, Ltd.",,15,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Lis Neris 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Lis Neris
9,White,Germany,"Crisp and light, this off-dry wine features lovely aromas of flowershop greens, apples, citrus fruit and pineapple. Apple, pear and citrus flavors mingle on the tongue before ending on notes of limes and berries. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",QbA,19,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2004 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2004-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Maximin Grünhäuser
,White,US,"Very nice texture, and snappy fruit led by green apples and pear skin. There is an undercurrent of gravel, from the volcanic soil that is full of shot-sized rock. Sharp, clean and very flavorful.",,13,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),San Juan Vineyards 2004 Pinot Gris (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Gris,2004,San Juan Vineyards
,White,US,"A good effort, showing nicely rounded edges with the extra time in bottle. Mixed stone fruits are spiced up with cinnamon and given a finishing lift with tart acids; flavors linger gracefully through the finish.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Pontin del Roza 2003 Pinot Grigio (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontin-roza-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Pontin del Roza
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This plump, medium-bodied Pinot Gris has lots of bold fruit on the nose, ranging from luscious pears and ripe melons to crisp apples. The flavors aren't quite as clean and expressive, but there's still decent fruit along with tarry, rubbery notes. Finishes dry and chalky. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",,17,88,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2005 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2005,Omaka Springs
,White,Austria,"Packed with direct, easy fruit, it is labeled Pinot Gris rather than Grauburgunder. It has light, almost fresh flavors, a crisp apéritif style. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Pössnitzberg,19,88,Südsteiermark,,,Tscheppe 2004 Pössnitzberg Pinot Gris (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tscheppe-2004-possnitzberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sudsteiermark/,Pinot Gris,2004,Tscheppe
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A bit waxy on the nose, followed by scents of lemon and pineapple. It's medium- to full-bodied, ending dry, lemony and long, with enough ripe apple flavor to carry the midpalate. Imported by Adventures In Wine.",,22,88,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 2005 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2005,Isabel Estate
14,White,Italy,"Greets the nose with kiwi, lime, pineapple and a large dose of candied, sweet aromas. Well-integrated acidity and a medium-weight body round off a very food-friendly wine. Imported by Vias Imports.",,21,88,,Alto Adige,,Abbazia di Novacella 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-novacella-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Abbazia di Novacella
13.5,Red,Australia,"This big red has smoky, barbecue-marinade aromas. On the palate, tangy oak and plums have a cool, herbaceous streak. Finish is tannic. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Nebuchadnezzar,34,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2003 Nebuchadnezzar Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2003-nebuchadnezzar-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Grant Burge
,White,US,"Dusty, pale coppery color and scents of pears and bubble gum. Ripe, round and fruity, with lots of tropical flavors and some perceptible sweetness.",,13,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 2004 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Henry Estate
,White,New Zealand,"Spicy, with muted apple and pineapple scents on the nose, but this wine is weighty and rich on the palate. Broad and mouthfilling, with a hint of bitter nut skin on the finish. A textural wine, more than a flavorful one, but enjoyable. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,30,88,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2004 Pinot Gris (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-martinborough/,Pinot Gris,2004,Escarpment
10,White,Germany,"Slatey, minerally and oily scents on the nose are followed by apple, mineral and melon flavors. Medium-bodied, this off-dry wine finishes long, with fresh acidity that leaves the mouth watering. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",QbA,21,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2004 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2004-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch)
13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy and solid, with bacon, coffee and leafiness to the dried-fruit nose. Chocolate and berries mix with stewed plums on the palate, and the finish is chunky. Medium in terms of tannic bite, with soft acidity. Drink now. Imported by CIV/USA.",Conde de Valdemar Reserva,18,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 1999 Conde de Valdemar Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-1999-conde-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Bodegas Valdemar
7.5,White,Germany,"Has some hints of wild greens on the nose to go with more standard notes of pineapple and melon. But it's on the palate that this wine really shines, adding flavors of apple, citrus and edible flowers, and culminating in a long, balanced finish. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Erdener Treppchen Spätlese No. 14,25,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitges 2004 Erdener Treppchen Spätlese No. 14 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitges-2004-erdener-treppchen-spatlese-no-14-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Schmitges
,White,US,"Delightfully clean, dry and crisp, this PG has delicate citrus, fig, melon and spice flavors, with depth and complexity unusual in California Grigios. It finishes long, with stylish elegance.",,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 2004 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Sanford
,Red,Chile,"Ventisquero's top Camenère avoids the green qualities that can sometimes plague this variety. Instead, it's soft and lush, marrying plum and dark chocolate flavors in a seamless package. Contains 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Syrah, so not a pure expression of Carmenère, but a very good one.",Grey,27,89,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2003 Grey Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2003-grey-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Ventisquero
,White,France,"A full-bodied wine, with some sweetness but also good structure holding it together. Flavors of quince, honey and mineral are complemented by spice and smokiness. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Prestige,20,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2003 Prestige Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2003-prestige-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2003,Pierre Sparr
,Red,US,"Showing classic Russian River notes of cola, rhubarb and cherry fruit, this Pinot is also dry and tart, with a medium body. It's austere and elegantly structured, and could develop additional complexity in the next 3–4 years.",Sanchietti Vineyard Dutton Ranch,52,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2003 Sanchietti Vineyard Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2003-sanchietti-vineyard-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Dutton-Goldfield
8.5,White,Germany,"This sweet wine even smells honeyed, with notes of clover blossom and bergamot adding complexity. Citrus, melon and peach flavors are carried across the palate by a fairly full-bodied wine that finishes long, but a little sticky-sweet. Imported by Slocum & Sons, Inc.",Hochheimer Kirchenstück Auslese,46,89,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2003 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2003-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2003,Domdechant Werner
,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with a little Franc, this blend has rich but soft tannins and lush, superripe fruit. The blackberry jam, cassis, black cherry and cocoa flavors are wrapped in a creamy texture, and finish impressively long.",,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Decoy 2003 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/decoy-2003-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Decoy
13,White,Italy,"Banana, pineapple and honeysuckle are vivid and expressive and follow through to the mouth, where the wine exhibits a lean, crisp consistency. Imported by Margron Skoglund.",,15,89,,Friuli,,Bortolusso 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolusso-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bortolusso
14,Red,Spain,"Quite dense and ripe, a trademark of 2001. The bouquet is bold and packed deep and full; you'll find stewed plum, molasses, root beer and black cherry in quantity. The ripe, tannic palate is chewy and broad, with vanilla, brown sugar and spice. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Reserva,42,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Callejo 2001 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callejo-2001-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,Callejo
,White,US,"From a site that is actually just on the Washington side of Canada's Okanagan wine region, this light but very stylish wine shows concentrated pear flesh flavors right in the core. Surprising length and texture.",,,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Okanagan Estate 2004 Pinot Grigio (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/okanagan-estate-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Okanagan Estate
13,Red,Austria,"Albert Neumeister has made something of a specialty with his Grauburgunder (Pinot Gris), especially his Saziani range. This Klassik cuvée, while less exalted, is fresh, dry, crisp and very pure, with spice and pepper along with light, poised acidity. Imported by Morandell Imports.",Grauburgunder Steirische Klassik,19,89,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2004 Grauburgunder Steirische Klassik Pinot Gris (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2004-grauburgunder-steirische-klassik-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sudoststeiermark/,Pinot Gris,2004,Neumeister
,White,France,"This is not an intensely sweet wine, more one that is rich. It has great floral aromas, flavors of peaches and apricots, balanced with a great freshness, acidity and delicacy. Give it 3–4 years before drinking. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Grand Cru Hengst,67,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2001 Grand Cru Hengst Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2001-grand-cru-hengst-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Josmeyer
13,White,Italy,"Lively and expressive, with a rich, creamy feel in the mouth and flavors of yellow flowers, grated lemon zest and Golden Delicious apple. Imported by Chambers & Chambers.",,15,89,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Teresa Raiz 2004 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Teresa Raiz
,White,US,"Eyrie's David Lett planted the first Pinot Gris in the country, and after 34 vintages still makes one of the most distinctive. Scents of dried grass, herbs and honeysuckle lead into a crisp, elegant, restrained wine.",,16,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,The Eyrie Vineyards 2003 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2003,The Eyrie Vineyards
,White,France,"This wine is also easier and more approachable than some of Jean-Michel Deiss's wines, open and generous, but with a dry, firmly spicy aftertaste. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Beblenheim,,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2003 Beblenheim Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2003-beblenheim-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2003,Domaine Marcel Deiss
13,Red,Spain,"Lots of cherry, fresh-cut wood, charcoal and green herbs on the lively entry. A second act of snappy cherry fruit and citrus rind is zesty and might be a bit too much for some. But with food, Contino will be a fine, table-worthy companion. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Reserva,42,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Contino 2000 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contino-2000-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Contino
,Dessert,France,"This fresh and delicate wine has some great botrytis, which gives richness to its ripe fruit. Also offers good acidity and flavors of spice and lychees. Imported by Michael Lerner.",Vendanges Tardives,40,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2000 Vendanges Tardives Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2000-vendanges-tardives-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2000,Cave de Ribeauvillé
,White,US,"Rob Stuart's take on PG is very sensual, creamy, leesy and fresh. It's got a mix of tropical fruit and crisp citrus peel, hints of wet stone and a lingering, textured finish.",,18,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Big Fire 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-fire-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Big Fire
,Port/Sherry,Italy,"Textbook Marsala with caramel, candied fruits, citrus peel and lots of toasted, nutty notes. A good opportunity to consider Marsala on its own and not as a cooking ingredient for sauces.",Baglio Florio,,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Marsala,,Cantine Florio 1992 Baglio Florio  (Marsala),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-florio-1992-baglio-white-marsala/,White Blend,1992,Cantine Florio
,Red,US,"This reserve is considerably bigger than Rue's regular '03 Zin, but shares the same qualities of dryness and astringent tannins. The fruit is enormous, and grows stronger mid-palate, with ripe black cherries and cocoa. Cheese, olive oil, and meaty fats will stand up well.",Wood Road Reserve,32,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Robert Rue Vineyard 2003 Wood Road Reserve Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-rue-vineyard-2003-wood-road-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Robert Rue Vineyard
,Dessert,US,"This sweet wine shows Viognier's wildflower and tropical fruit flavors, with an intensely honeyed texture. The alcohol is remarkably low, below ten percent, which is why the acidity, which is not high, seems so dominant. With no oak, the wine is a study in fruity purity.",T-bar-T Late Harvest,25,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2004 T-bar-T Late Harvest Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2004-t-bar-t-late-harvest-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2004,Iron Horse
,White,France,"Aromas of honey and almonds lead to a palate that boasts a ripe, soft fruity character. This is rich and sweet, showing caramelized peaches and apricots and fresh acidity on the finish. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Cuvée Cécile,42,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2002 Cuvée Cécile Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2002-cuvee-cecile-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Lucien Albrecht
,White,France,"Clos Himmelreich has been owned by the Albrechts for four generations. This is a rich, full, bone-dry wine, with floral aromas. It is elegant, intense and refreshing. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Clos Himmelreich,95,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2002 Clos Himmelreich Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2002-clos-himmelreich-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Lucien Albrecht
,Dessert,France,"Honey, toast and marmalade combine in this delicately sweet wine. There are currant flavors, acidity, herbs and some spice. A fine wine that remains fresh and crisp. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Vendange Tardive,52,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 1998 Vendange Tardive Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-1998-vendange-tardive-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,1998,Domaines Schlumberger
,White,US,"Here's a  refreshingly crisp, creamy and complex white wine that seems a lot more expensive than it is. It's dry and rich in citrus, fig, white peach, apricot and spice flavors that finish long and pure. This is a very good price for a wine of this quality.",,14,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Buttonwood Farm
,White,France,"Rich and spicy aromas, with just a hint of lychees. The palate is full, packed with spicy, Asian flavors, along with a layer of sweetness, richness and some acidity. Imported by Cellar Door Selections.",Cuvée Emile Willm Réserve,22,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2004 Cuvée Emile Willm Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2004-cuvee-emile-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Willm
,White,US,"A different cast to the fruit; it's pear but also pineapple, with some caramel laced in from (presumably) barrel time. Some sweetness rounds out the finish.",Melrose Vineyard,18,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Panther Creek 2004 Melrose Vineyard Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2004-melrose-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Panther Creek
,Red,US,"The winery specializes in cool-climate wines, and this Syrah is patently from a chilly place. It has white pepper and oak aromas, and in the mouth teases with a suggestion of red cherries. But it's a very dry, very tannic wine. Aging is a gamble, but it should develop over the next five years.",Dutton Ranch Cherry  Ridge Vineyard,35,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2003 Dutton Ranch Cherry  Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2003-ranch-cherry-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2003,Dutton-Goldfield
13.5,White,Italy,If you appreciate what Italians refer to as “balsam” notes in a wine —menthol and eucalyptus—this Grigio has them. Steel fermentation leads to explosive zest and crispness in the mouth. Imported by Vignaioli.,,19,89,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Masùt da Rive 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masut-rive-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Masùt da Rive
,White,Austria,"Despite its trocken (dry) indication, this wine is rich and has a touch of sweetness. There is a refreshing streak of crisp acidity and green fruit flavors. This wine is full of spice, lychees and just a touch of pepper. Imported by Morandell Imports.",Zistel Reserve,39,89,Kremstal,,,Malat 2004 Zistel Reserve Pinot Gris (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malat-2004-zistel-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-kremstal/,Pinot Gris,2004,Malat
,White,US,"From an estate vineyard in the Arroyo Seco, balanced due to its coolish climate and rocky soils, this is a delicious wine. The bright acids frame juicy flavors of ripe peaches, figs and citrus fruits, with a long, clean, spicy finish.",,15,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2004 Pinot Gris (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Gris,2004,San Simeon
13,White,Italy,"Partial barrique fermentation and barrel aging add dimension to this Pinot Grigio. Rich with flavors of toasted nuts, honey, banana bread, yellow rose and Golden Delicious apple. It's creamy and slightly sweet in the mouth backed by a long, crisp finish. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Riserva,13,89,,Trentino,,Mezzacorona 2004 Riserva Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2004-riserva-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Mezzacorona
,Red,US,"I have criticized past Duckhorn top-tier Cabs for excessively tough tannins, and this wine continues in that tradition. The supposition is ageability, but the wines are not pleasant on release. The mid-palate fruit is huge, and the wine may well do interesting things after 2010.",Estate Grown,90,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2002 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2002-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Duckhorn
,White,US,"Solid, fleshy and mouthfilling, this shows nicely ripened pear and white peach flavors, full and smooth, with good concentration. The alcohol clocks in at just 12.5%, making this a wine you can eagerly refill your glass with.",,12,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Château Bianca
,Dessert,US,"A very sweet wine, rich in vanilla and spice, with long, deep flavors of apricot jam, peach pie, and a finish of white chocolate-infused coffee. It's a delicious dessert wine.",Eugenia Late Harvest Heritage Vineyard,32,90,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2002 Eugenia Late Harvest Heritage Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2002-eugenia-late-harvest-heritage-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Lolonis
,Red,Australia,"On the nose, it's all black cherry. Black peppercorns rule the palate, which also offers a smooth, claylike feel and hints of red plums. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Hand Picked m/g/s,32,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2004 Hand Picked m/g/s Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2004-hand-picked-m-g-s-red-barossa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Yalumba
,Red,US,"Released with the winery's Howell Mountain Cab, the differences couldn't be clearer. This wine is softer and not as ripe. There's a peppercorn herbaceousness to the blackberry fruit flavors. It's a very young wine, but given the vineyard, it should develop well. Try holding for eight years.",Monte Rosso,50,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sbragia 2002 Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2002-monte-rosso-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sbragia
,Red,US,"Winemaker Dennis Patton has crafted a dark, dry, solidly tannic wine that's vaguely Zinny, but lusher and rounder, influenced by Grenache's cherry notes. It's a nice barbecue wine now, but will certainly hold and soften for 10 if not 20 years.",Coro Mendocino,35,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fetzer 2002 Coro Mendocino Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2002-coro-mendocino-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2002,Fetzer
13,White,Italy,"This Pinot Grigio sees only stainless steel but nevertheless boasts creamy, buttery qualities such as crème caramel, banana milkshake and peach cobbler. A thick mouthfeel is amplified by well-integrated acidity and a persistent finish. Imported by Martin Scott Wines.",Jesera,17,90,,Collio,,Venica & Venica 2004 Jesera Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venica-venica-2004-jesera-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Venica & Venica
,White,Austria,"As befits a reserve, this is a step up from Tscheppe's standard Pinot Gris. Full of white fruit flavors, with some toast from wood aging, and plenty of richness. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Pössnitzberg Reserve,33,90,Südsteiermark,,,Tscheppe 2003 Pössnitzberg Reserve Pinot Gris (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tscheppe-2003-possnitzberg-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sudsteiermark/,Pinot Gris,2003,Tscheppe
,Red,US,"This is a dry Zin that shows its pedigree in the balanced structure and finely ground tannins. It has classic Zin notes of white pepper, wild cherry-berry fruit and mocha flavors, with a hot, prickly finish.",Old Vine,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2003-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Girard
,Red,US,"Like other '02s following on the heels of the hedonistic '01s, this wine is less generous, not as immediately seductive because it's not as lush. It is, however, more tannic, and still quite a fine Cab. Hold for five or more years.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,75,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Carter 2002 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2002-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Carter
,White,US,"Thick, weighty and ripe, with unctuous pear and stone fruit flavors. It's blended from the three estate vineyards—Ridgecrest, Stoller and Corral Creek. The result? A classic Willamette Valley Pinot Gris, creamy and dotted with lively spice.",Reserve,21,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2004 Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2004-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Chehalem
,Red,US,"This Pinot is a junior version of Arista's Toboni bottling, sharing many of the same characteristics, without quite the complexity or depth. It's dry and rich, and notable for its cherry, cranberry and vanilla flavors and silky mouthfeel.",Harper's Rest,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2003 Harper's Rest Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2003-harpers-rest-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Arista
14.5,Red,Spain,"Creamy, minty and full of cedar, with sweet, ripe dark fruits backing things up. This is one rich, beefy red; it deals plenty of vanilla and butter on the palate, with clove and mint on the finish. A lot of protruding oak and tannin now; should settle and soften by 2007. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",El Albar Excelencia,40,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,J. & F. Lurton 2002 El Albar Excelencia  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2002-el-albar-excelencia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2002,J. & F. Lurton
,White,France,"A deep, concentrated, spicy wine. It is rich, intensely perfumed with Asian spices and a lift of fresh fruit coming through on the finish. A finely made wine, which is sure to age well. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Collection Rare,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2001 Collection Rare Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2001-collection-rare-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2001,Josmeyer
,White,France,"This dry wine has fresh, crisp aromas and flavors. Concentration and intense flavors show this wine will age well.",Kaefferkopf Grand Cru,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Martin Schaetzel 2003 Kaefferkopf Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-schaetzel-2003-kaefferkopf-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2003,Martin Schaetzel
,Red,US,"This is a classic old-style Alexander Valley Cabernet. By that I mean it's dry, soft and slightly herbal, with a dill and tobacco edge to the cherry fruit. It's an elegant, complex, tannic wine that should age well.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Baccharis 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baccharis-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Baccharis
,White,France,"This late harvest Riesling has beautiful, intense layers of botrytis with acidity to balance the layers of honey,  cream and apples. To give it aging potential, there is mineral character, while there is freshness and lift to finish. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Vendanges Tardives,43,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2001 Vendanges Tardives Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2001-vendanges-tardives-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Lucien Albrecht
9.5,Dessert,Germany,"This sweet, full-bodied auslese starts off a little shaky, offering up lots of smoke, diesel, lees and traces of sulfur, then rights itself in the mouth, where the ripe melon and pear flavors are nicely complemented by smoke and minerals. The long finish picks up a trace of bitterness, which actually helps to balance the sweetness.",Monzinger Halenberg Auslese,35,90,Nahe,,,Emrich-Schonleber 2003 Monzinger Halenberg Auslese Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emrich-schonleber-2003-monzinger-halenberg-auslese-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2003,Emrich-Schonleber
,White,US,"Elegant and spicy, with a lively lift to the mixed citrus and stone fruit flavors. It is a fresh, appealing wine perfectly balanced with tart fruit and crisp acid.",,15,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Seven Hills 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Seven Hills
8,White,Germany,"Starts with lacy floral aromas layered over a bed of pear and pineapple fruit, then develops more weight in the mouth, adding honey and tangerine notes. Long and mouthwatering on the finish. Imported by Schmitt-Söhne Inc.",Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese,23,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2004 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2004-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Peter Nicolay
8,White,Germany,"This medium-bodied auslese even smells sweet, offering up notes of tangerine and honey. On the palate, there are hints of petrol and mineral to counterbalance all of the ripe melon and citrus flavors, while the finish lingers elegantly. Imported by Schmitt-Sohne Inc.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese,40,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2004 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2004-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Peter Nicolay
,White,France,"Peaches and honey dominate the flavors of this full wine. It has some sweetness, with acidity and a touch of smokiness. Likely to age for five years. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Grand Cru Mambourg,30,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2002 Grand Cru Mambourg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2002-grand-cru-mambourg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Pierre Sparr
10,White,Germany,"With a nose marked by poached pears, dried spices and mineral inflections, this gets off to a good start. Add in flavors of melon, mineral and spice, a racy mouthfel and a long mineral-dusted finish and it's a true winner.",Forster Jesuitengarten Spätlese,28,90,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2004 Forster Jesuitengarten Spätlese Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2004-forster-jesuitengarten-spatlese-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2004,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan
,White,US,"As refreshingly crisp and clean as California PG gets, with brilliant acidity boosting vibrant flavors of kiwi, fig and pineapple. Best of all, the wine is totally dry.",,10,90,California,California Other,California,Meridian 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Meridian
,White,US,"A wonderfully dry, crisp and refreshing wine, this PG has flavors of pink grapefruit, lime and hints of tropical fruit. The bright, natural acidity makes it zesty and clean.",Klindt Vineyard,17,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Claudia Springs 2004 Klindt Vineyard Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2004-klindt-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Claudia Springs
,White,Austria,"Dense and concentrated, with powerful fruit, and flavors of pepper, toast and mineral. It is dry, intense and rich. This impressive wine has the potential to age. Imported by Great Wines International.",Grassnitzberg,,90,Südsteiermark,,,Erich & Walter Polz 2001 Grassnitzberg Grauburgunder (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erich-walter-polz-2001-grassnitzberg-pinot-grigio-gris-grauburgunder-sudsteiermark/,Grauburgunder,2001,Erich & Walter Polz
,White,France,"Very toasty aromas with softness and sweetness to parallel the structure and intensity of this fine Pinot Gris. Big, plump fruits and flavors show in this powerful, concentrated wine that leaves a clean, fresh taste. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Beblenheim,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2002 Beblenheim Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2002-beblenheim-pinot-gris-alsace-52851/,Pinot Gris,2002,Domaine Marcel Deiss
13,White,France,"Sweeter than Ehrhart's other bottlings, with scents of dried apricots and ripe melon leading the way. Rich and sweet in the mouth, the flavors of apricot, peach and melon fade slowly, picking up hints of orange. Imported by Robert Kacher Imports.",Grand Cru Brand,30,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2002 Grand Cru Brand Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2002-grand-cru-brand-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Domaine Ehrhart
,White,US,"This single-vineyard beauty is made in the full-bodied, oaky-leesy style that California wines labeled “Gris” usually are. With time, it has mellowed into something marvelous, a totally dry,  acidic wine of unusual finesse and balance.",Tepusquet Vineyard,16,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2002 Tepusquet Vineyard Pinot Gris (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2002-tepusquet-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Gris,2002,Cambria
,White,US,"From Fess Parker, this distinctive white wine smacks of terroir. The aroma, dominated by white pepper, adds notes of ripe peaches and tropical citrus fruits, and the flavors are rich and interesting, balanced by high acids.",Ashley's Vineyard,17,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Epiphany 2004 Ashley's Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2004-ashleys-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2004,Epiphany
14.5,Red,Australia,"Sweet plum fruit is the key component in this very pretty Shiraz; it's pure on the nose, and edged in moderate oak on the palate. Hints of black pepper and dried spice add interest, as do woodsy tannins. Drink 2007–2011. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.",,24,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hoffmann's 2002 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoffmanns-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2002,Hoffmann's
,Red,US,"Depend on Raymond to come out with balanced Cabs. This isn't a soft, gooey, superripe wine. It's got its share of tannins and acids, and there's an earthiness to the blackberry flavors. But it's dry and complex, and should age well for a decade.",Reserve,34,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Raymond
,White,France,"Spicy and full-bodied, but, in the house style of Léon Beyer, also elegant, dry and poised. There is fine, ripe, spicy, slightly toasty fruit that floats over the concentration and richness. Imported by Martine's Wines.",Réserve,33,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2001 Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2001-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Leon Beyer
,White,France,"A firm, dry wine, highlighted with acidity and crisp fruit. This is fresh, but also has some concentration as well as potential to age further. Elegant and restrained. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Réserve Personelle,35,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 2000 Réserve Personelle Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-2000-reserve-personelle-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Trimbach
,White,New Zealand,"Broad, mouthfilling and rich, filled with aromas and flavors of melon and ripe red apples. Picks up hints of dried spice on the finish, along with a modestly tannic quality. Imported by Epic Wines.",,,90,Moutere,,,Neudorf 2004 Pinot Gris (Moutere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-moutere/,Pinot Gris,2004,Neudorf
,White,US,"Brilliantly tart in acids and perfectly dry, this top-flight Pinot Grigio boasts citrus and passion fruit flavors. Truly a fine PG, with the weight and complexity of a fine Fumé Blanc.",Laetitia Vineyard,14,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2004 Laetitia Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2004-laetitia-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Perbacco Cellars
8.5,Dessert,Germany,"Sweet and full-bodied--a little chunky to be honest--but with its seductive aromas of orange marmalade and superripe apples it makes the grade. Flavors are slightly roasted, leaning toward caramel and sweet corn, but it hangs together pretty well on the finish, ending without cloying sweetness.",Pius Beerenauslese,36,90,Rheinhessen,,,Keller 2003 Pius Beerenauslese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-2003-pius-beerenauslese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2003,Keller
,Red,US,"Marching to their own beat, Duckhorn's winemakers continue to plow the firmly tannic line, as opposed to the soft, lush modern style. This is a sound decision, but the question is, where is the line? This wine is too tough to enjoy now.",Monitor Ledge Vineyard,95,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2002 Monitor Ledge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2002-monitor-ledge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Duckhorn
15,Red,Australia,"Grant Burge's new Shiraz releases are looking very good, and more proof is in this mid-level bottling. It's smooth and silky on the palate, with dried spice accents and seeped tea-like tannins. Its red plum and raspberry fruit is juicy now, but will hang on just fine for the next 5 or so years. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Filsell,30,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2003 Filsell Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2003-filsell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2003,Grant Burge
14,Red,Spain,"From the talented Dos Victorias team, this is a bold Toro. Dark cherry is the fruit on the woodsy nose, while the palate is juicing with cherry, raspberry and plum. Lots of oak throughout; a palate coater that's still pretty tannic. Can hold for several years. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",Crianza,30,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2001 Crianza  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2001-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2001,Elias Mora
14,Red,Australia,"Fragrant on the nose, with cool cherry and menthol undertones. On the palate, it's powerful but restrained, with fresh herb hints and crisp, red raspberry and cherry fruit and the barest hint of cranberry at the core. Wood is very well integrated; texture is suede-smooth. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",The Ripper,16,90,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Hope Estate 2003 The Ripper Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2003-ripper-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2003,Hope Estate
,Dessert,France,"Delicious fresh wine, with flavors of sweet currants, yellow fruits and a touch of honey: should develop and deepen over 5–10 years. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Vendanges Tardives,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2003 Vendanges Tardives Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2003-vendanges-tardives-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2003,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,White,Austria,"From the estate of the Prince of Liechtenstein, which is run by Eva and Gunter Müller, this mature wine shows plenty of fresh fruit flavors along with spice, toast and acidity. Intense but balanced, this would go well with rich foods. Imported by Lafayette Wines.",Ried Burgegg Fürstenstück Der,16,90,Weststeiermark,,,Domäne Müller 1997 Ried Burgegg Fürstenstück Der Pinot Gris (Weststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-muller-1997-ried-burgegg-furstenstuck-der-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-weststeiermark/,Pinot Gris,1997,Domäne Müller
,White,US,"Another beauty from Oregon, this detailed (almost pointillist) effort is like a tapestry woven of citrus, grapefruit, pears and spice, then soaked in wet stones. Subtle and penetrating.",,16,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Daedalus 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Daedalus
7.5,White,Germany,"Unlike some 2003s, this auslese is big without being gloppy. The sweet apricot, peach and citrus flavors are balanced by adequate acidity and strong sense of minerality that really emerges on the finish. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Abtsberg Auslese 122,32,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2003 Abtsberg Auslese 122 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2003-abtsberg-auslese-122-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2003,Maximin Grünhäuser
,White,US,"This spicy, fresh and citrus-flavored wine is at the opposite end of the spectrum from winemaker David O'Reilly's Owen Roe Pinot Gris. But it's just as good, and perhaps more flexible as far as matching food. Finishes with crisp, leesy, mineral flavors.",,12,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,O'Reilly's 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oreillys-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,O'Reilly's
,White,US,"Pricey, but distinctive for its bright, refreshing acidity and dry, complex citrus, kiwi, green apple and white pepper flavors, with nuances of oak and lees.",Mont. St. John,26,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Madonna 2004 Mont. St. John Pinot Grigio (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madonna-2004-mont-st-john-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Madonna
,White,France,"Located inside the grand cru vineyard of Pfingtsberg, this one-acre plot is an ancient monastic vineyard. There's richness, fine, dry acidity and floral, hedgerow fruits. It's packed with a tannic structure and wonderful green, fruits and almonds. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Grand Cru Clos Schild,100,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2002 Grand Cru Clos Schild Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2002-grand-cru-clos-schild-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Lucien Albrecht
,Dessert,France,"Concentrated honey and lemon flavors mark this ripe, rich, sweet wine. There is some botrytis, giving a fine structure to the wine. It is just beginning to mature, but should continue to develop over the next 4–5 years. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Vendanges Tardives,53,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2001 Vendanges Tardives Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2001-vendanges-tardives-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Lucien Albrecht
13,White,US,"Round, ripe and polished. The pear and apple flavors are bright and sassy, lined with skin flavors, persistent and well defined. This wine is balanced, harmonious, penetrating and beautifully crafted. It?s a template for all that is good about Oregon Pinot Gris.",,15,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,ElvenGlade 2004 Pinot Gris (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvenglade-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Gris,2004,ElvenGlade
,Dessert,Italy,"A beautifully amber wine with generous notes of dried apricot, raisin and melted honey that slide down silky smooth. Thick, syrupy and sticky, this passito delivers that much needed sugar rush at the end of a satisfying meal.",,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Malvasia delle Lipari,,Cantine Florio 2003  Malvasia delle Lipari,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-florio-2003-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-malvasia-delle-lipari/,Malvasia Bianca,2003,Cantine Florio
,Red,US,"If there's anything Lodi succeeds at, it's old-vine Zin. Of course, it's soft and chocolaty, but it's delicious, with beautifully etched cherry and blackberry flavors.",Reserve Old Vine,20,91,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ironstone 2003 Reserve Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2003-reserve-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2003,Ironstone
,White,US,"Pretty and elegant, it mixes detailed notes of pear, melon and light guava fruits, layered and textural. Beautifully balanced and harmonious, it's the second straight success for this new tier of organic, estate-grown wines.",Domaine,25,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2004 Domaine Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2004-domaine-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,King Estate
9,Dessert,Germany,"Crushed pineapple, dried apricots and fresh hay scents all mingle on the nose of this creamy-textured auslese. Flavors follow a similar path, ending elegantly. It doesn't have the racy balance of a Mosel wine, but instead has a smooth harmony and richness. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Hallgartener Jungfer Auslese,43,91,Rheingau,,,Prinz 2004 Hallgartener Jungfer Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-2004-hallgartener-jungfer-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Prinz
,White,US,"A gorgeously crisp, balanced Chardonnay from Iron Horse. Those Green Valley acids dependably boost and brighten the fruit, which in this vintage is ripe and opulent in green apple, kiwi, lime and pineapple flavors. Oak and lees make it all creamy and complex.",Estate,26,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2003 Estate Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2003-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Iron Horse
,White,France,"Here is a finely balanced wine, poised between elegance and power. It is dry, concentrated with some toastiness, but more importantly it brings together ripe fruits, flavors of spices, nutmeg and cilantro. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Fondation,68,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2002 Fondation Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2002-fondation-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Josmeyer
,Red,Australia,"A GSM, yes, but one with Sangiovese rather than Shiraz in that secondary position. It's dry grown, handpicked and unoaked, the Sangiovese bringing a pleasant tanginess to complement Grenache's juicy, black-cherry fruit. Medium-sized, and finishes with black pepper.  Imported by Click Wine Group.",GSM,15,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Mitchell 2002 GSM Red (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchell-2002-gsm-red-clare-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Mitchell
,White,US,"If you can imagine a Grigio with the class and balance of a good Napa Cab, this is it. To just describe the citrus flavors, dryness and acidity doesn't do it justice. If you thought PG can only be a simple wine, try this one.",,20,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 2004 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Swanson
,White,US,"Exceptionally lush and ripe, this broadly tropical Pinot Gris oozes with papaya, mango, banana and mashed pear flavors. Exotic, soft and totally plush, it's like sinking into the most comfortable chair on the planet.",,20,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Owen Roe 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-roe-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Owen Roe
,Dessert,France,"When it is this sweet, Pinot Gris loses some of its spicy character, adds acidity and becomes a delicious, sweet wine. But the richness of the grape stays, and this wine is intense and concentrated, with noble rot to add complexity to the sweetness. It will develop for another 10 years at least. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Sélection de Grains Nobles,65,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2001 Sélection de Grains Nobles Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2001-selection-grains-nobles-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Lucien Albrecht
,White,US,"The wine is Sbragia-esque in stature, in a word, big. Layers of tropical fruit, peaches, pineapples, green apples, spiced pears, smoky oak (100% new French), lees, all that good stuff. Acidity isn't all that high, but enough to balance and refresh.",Gamble Ranch Vineyard,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sbragia 2003 Gamble Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2003-gamble-ranch-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Sbragia
13,White,France,"Rich and viscous in texture, this wine balances subdued fruit (hints of apple and melon) with powerful minerality. It's on the sweet side, but balanced on the finish by hints of citrus and powdered stone. Imported by Robert Kacher Imports.",Rotenberg,21,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2004 Rotenberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2004-rotenberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Domaine Ehrhart
13,White,France,"Starts with hints of roasted nuts, dusty minerals and ripe melon, all carried aboard a rich, nearly unctuous mouthfeel. The vibrant finish reverberates with nuts, minerals and just a touch of sweet fruit. Imported by Robert Kacher Imports.",Im Berg,19,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2004 Im Berg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2004-im-berg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Domaine Ehrhart
,White,France,"A full, fresh wine, with very ripe, apricot fruit. This is generous, packed with spice and lychee flavors and with fine balancing acidity. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Grand Cru Spiegel,26,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2002 Grand Cru Spiegel Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2002-grand-cru-spiegel-pinot-gris-alsace-52857/,Pinot Gris,2002,Domaines Schlumberger
,White,Austria,"A blend of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc, this rich, complex wine brings out the best in both grapes. The fruit and the green flavors of the Blanc combine with the spice of the Gris to give a rich, deep, satisfying wine that has a fresh, but mature aftertaste. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Langenloiser Spiegel Grau und Weissburgunder,,91,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2003 Langenloiser Spiegel Grau und Weissburgunder Pinot Gris (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2003-langenloiser-spiegel-grau-und-weissburgunder-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-kamptal/,Pinot Gris,2003,Bründlmayer
,Red,US,"Lacking perhaps the sheer opulence of the ‚'01, this estate Cab compensates with ageworthiness. It's bone dry and stiff in tannins, with a new-oak veneer sheathing black currant and cherry flavors. It's so rich and balanced that it should have no trouble developing for a decade.",,75,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Andrew Geoffrey 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-geoffrey-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Andrew Geoffrey
,White,US,"From an ocean of indifferent Pinot Gris/Grigios, this beauty emerges. The wine is so rich and creamy, it's hard to believe it's never seen oak. It's dry, crisp and enormously complex, offering waves of citrus, fig, apricot, white peach and wildflower flavors that are not only broad, but deep and long.",,24,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2004 Pinot Gris (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Gris,2004,Etude
14,White,France,"Smells like it could be sweet, with its scents of honey, apple and bergamot, but it tastes dry. Flavors of pear and citrus flow easily across the richly textured palate, ending on a stony, minerally note that's layered with dried spices. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Cuvée Ste. Catherine Clos des Capucins,59,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Weinbach 2003 Cuvée Ste. Catherine Clos des Capucins Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-weinbach-2003-cuvee-ste-catherine-clos-capucins-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2003,Domaine Weinbach
,Red,US,"This is a big, dark, tannic, dry wine. But the tannins are rich and sweet in the modern Napa style, and the flavors are enormous. Blackberries, black cherries and new oak unroll in waves through a long finish. Good now, but should have a fine future through 2010 as those tannins fall out.",Miravelle,50,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2003 Miravelle Syrah (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2003-miravelle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-spring-mountain/,Syrah,2003,Spring Mountain Vineyard
11,White,US,"Straightforward but hedonistic, with pure yet mature apricot and nectarine aromas flowing on an unctuous, fully ripe bouquet. Candied apple, orange and apricot flavors are committed and easy to grasp; really focuses on freshness and acidity more than complexity.",Vin Glacé,18,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2004 Vin Glacé Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2004-vin-glace-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,King Estate
,White,France,"This wine has power and concentration rather than sweetness. Velvet-smooth, it shows some spice, acidity and lychees and just a touch of toastiness. It?s a delicious food wine, ready to develop over three to five years. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Grand Cru Steinert,40,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2003 Grand Cru Steinert Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2003-grand-cru-steinert-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2003,Rieflé
14.5,White,Austria,"Packed with white fruit flavors, ripe pears, and a touch of spice. These fruit flavors combine with a dense but elegant structure and balancing acidity. This is a high-alcohol wine (14.5%) and it shows in the oily texture. Imported by Morandell Imports.",Grauburgunder Saziani,30,91,Südoststeiermark,,,Neumeister 2002 Grauburgunder Saziani Pinot Gris (Südoststeiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neumeister-2002-grauburgunder-saziani-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sudoststeiermark/,Pinot Gris,2002,Neumeister
,Red,Australia,"Crisp and focused, with graham cracker on the nose. 5% Viognier imparts just a little of a floral, violet quality to the wine. It's still tight (it should be drinking very nicely in 2–3 years), but offers glimpses of black cherry and plum flavors, and a suave, silky feel. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Hand Picked,32,91,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2003 Hand Picked Shiraz-Viognier (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2003-hand-picked-shiraz-syrah-viognier-barossa/,Shiraz-Viognier,2003,Yalumba
,White,US,"Assertive, tight and concentrated, with firm mixed stone fruits and a rather hard, unyielding core. This seems likely to evolve well, but it's good right now and offers more grip and weight than most.",Croft Vineyard,15,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elemental Cellars 2004 Croft Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elemental-cellars-2004-croft-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Elemental Cellars
,White,France,"Named in memory of Jeanne Trimbach, this cuvée celebrates the centenary of her birth. It is packed with toast aromas, just a touch of honey and is layered with green fruits, with fresh acidity on the finish. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Hommage à Jeanne,60,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 2000 Hommage à Jeanne Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-2000-hommage-a-jeanne-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Trimbach
7.5,White,Germany,"Rich and unctuous, mixing peach, melon and apple aromas and flavors into a creamy fruit blend that wraps around the palate and won't let go, finishing long and elegantly. Imported by Schmitt-Söhne Inc.",Erderner Prälat Auslese,48,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2004 Erderner Prälat Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2004-erderner-pralat-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Peter Nicolay
13,Dessert,France,"Nails the textural element of Pinot Gris, dealing pear, melon, honey and citrus scents, then a rich, thickly textured mouthfeel. Tastes like peach and pear nectar, without being simply fruity, backed by a river of liquid minerals and a subtle nuttiness. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Grand Cru Pfingstberg,38,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2002 Grand Cru Pfingstberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2002-grand-cru-pfingstberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Lucien Albrecht
15.5,Dessert,Italy,"You'll detect toast, caramel and crème brûlée backed by dried fruits and honey and a dense, viscous consistency in the mouth. It represents what Italians refer to as a “meditation wine” because you'll want to let it linger in your glass.",Morsi di Luce,,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cantine Florio 2002 Morsi di Luce Zibibbo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-florio-2002-morsi-luce-muscat-zibibbo-sicilia/,Zibibbo,2002,Cantine Florio
,White,Austria,"Compared with the 2003 version of this wine, this is more lively, fruitier and fresher, despite its extra year of age. There is great acidity as well as green and white fruit flavors in balance, delicious spice, pepper and complexity that develops as you taste it. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Langenloiser Spiegel Grau und Weissburgunder,,92,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2002 Langenloiser Spiegel Grau und Weissburgunder Pinot Gris (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2002-langenloiser-spiegel-grau-und-weissburgunder-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-kamptal/,Pinot Gris,2002,Bründlmayer
,White,France,"Piercing fruit aromas come through on a wine that is crisp and packed with green fruits, a touch of spice and fine acidity, which is nicely balanced by almonds and honey. Will develop over the next five years. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Grand Cru Hengst,73,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2002 Grand Cru Hengst Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2002-grand-cru-hengst-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Josmeyer
,Dessert,France,"This 2001 Vendange Tardive has richness and sweetness, with some dry botrytis character. It also shows sophistication and delicacy, with lovely acidity as well as yellow fruits. There is a delicious fresh aftertaste. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Vendange Tardive,92,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2001 Vendange Tardive Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2001-vendange-tardive-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Hugel
,Dessert,France,"Intense orange marmalade and botrytis notes on the nose also come through on the palate. This wine is concentrated and intense, with layers of acidity balancing its intense sweetness. Give this wine 10 years. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Sélection de Grains Nobles,65,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2000 Sélection de Grains Nobles Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2000-selection-de-grains-nobles-pinot-gris-alsace-52951/,Pinot Gris,2000,Lucien Albrecht
,White,US,"High density plantings, select clones, native yeasts—Steve Doerner is as dedicated a winemaker as you will ever meet. This wine validates his efforts; it's a delicious, textural, varied and satisfying effort. The wine plays with the palate, offering layers of stone, fruit, acid, herb, spice and skin that mix and mingle easily.",Estate,17,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2004 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2004-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Cristom
,White,US,"A cut above the competition, this hits on all cylinders. Plenty of texture, rich, round mouthfeel, and nicely ripened but not over-the-top pear and stone fruits. There's a hit of cinnamon spice in the finish, and the flavors seem to resonate through a long and satisfying finish.",,20,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Soléna 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Soléna
8,White,Germany,"Surprisingly big and full-bodied for a Grünhäus wine, with hints of diesel and baked apple on the nose followed by a panopoly of flavors that ranges from apple and lime to honey and mineral. The finish is powerful and lingers a long time. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Abstberg Auslese,40,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2004 Abstberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2004-abstberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Maximin Grünhäuser
15,Red,Spain,"Dark and ethereal, with raisin and vanilla on the pitch-black, manly bouquet. One of Spain's best Syrahs, with dense cherry, raspberry and mocha flavors. It's lavishly oaked, smooth yet big, and it's packed to the brim with full tannins and lushness. Drink now or hold. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,40,92,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2002 Syrah (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-dominio-valdepusa/,Syrah,2002,Marques de Griñon
14.5,Red,Spain,"Saturated and dark, with black pepper, leather and boysenberry making for a fully pleasing bouquet. Juicy and serious, with berry and cherry fruit flowing on a wave of dense tannins. Finishes long and chocolaty, with a touch of prune. Layered and likable. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,40,92,Central Spain,Dominio de Valdepusa,,Marques de Griñon 2002 Petit Verdot (Dominio de Valdepusa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2002-petit-verdot-dominio-valdepusa/,Petit Verdot,2002,Marques de Griñon
8,White,Germany,"This lovely auslese starts with scents of bergamot, apple and slate, then delivers full-bore pineapple and supersweet apple flavors on the plate. Despite the intense sweetness, the wine is wonderfully balanced, thanks to zippy, pink grapefruit-like acids. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Scharzhofberger Auslese Fuder 4,46,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2004 Scharzhofberger Auslese Fuder 4 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2004-scharzhofberger-auslese-fuder-4-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
,White,France,"A dry style, but rich. The wine has intensity and clean fruit, along with fine flavors of white berry fruits, a touch of toast, and some roasted chestnuts. A great food wine, this would go with patés or fish with sauces. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Grand Cru Brand,80,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2002 Grand Cru Brand Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2002-grand-cru-brand-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Josmeyer
,White,US,"This is the future of upscale California PG. Made from good grapes in a cool climate, the wine is barrel fermented, aged sur lies and given time in the bottle. The result is a dry, tart, delicate yet complex wine. This may be the most expensive PG ever produced in California, but it is an excellent wine.",Estate Vineyard Selection,40,92,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2002 Estate Vineyard Selection Pinot Gris (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2002-estate-vineyard-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Pinot Gris,2002,Chalk Hill
,Dessert,France,"Toast and botrytis aromas come through on this beautifully crafted wine. There is acidity balancing the ripeness. This sophisticated, elegant wine has as much sweetness as fruit. The finish is fresh and crisp. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Vendanges Tardives,60,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 2000 Vendanges Tardives Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-2000-vendanges-tardives-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Trimbach
,White,France,"Offers pure varietal character, with aromas of spice and ripe lychees, and a velvet palate, rich and intense. This is a beautiful wine, opulent and smooth. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Grand Cru Pfersigberg,50,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2000 Grand Cru Pfersigberg Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2000-grand-cru-pfersigberg-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2000,Kuentz-Bas
13.5,Red,Australia,"Gorgeous on the nose: clove, tree bark, black pepper and fruit that is still hibernating. On the palate, it's sexy and layered, with meat accents to the plum fruit and a silky texture that trails on through the long, nut-laden finish. Nice now, but it's still young. Drink 2007–2012. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Meshach,82,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Grant Burge 2001 Meshach Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2001-meshach-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2001,Grant Burge
12.5,Dessert,France,"A late-harvest wine, with bold aromas and flavors of dried apricots, candied pineapple and honey. Sweet and low in acidity, this is high on the unctuousity meter, finishing long and sticky. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Clos des Capucins Altenbourg Vendanges Tardives,97,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Weinbach 2000 Clos des Capucins Altenbourg Vendanges Tardives Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-weinbach-2000-clos-capucins-altenbourg-vendanges-tardives-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Weinbach
,White,US,"The way the tropical fruit flavors, high acidity, oak and creamy lees play off each other is just wonderful. There's a density and weight that, combined with balance, make this a truly impressive wine.",,28,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Chappellet
14.5,Red,Australia,"This powerful Shiraz starts off purring softly, its volume eventually escalating to a roar. Cracked black pepper aromas open to reveal deep, rich fruit; on the palate, it seems linear at first but unfolds to show a velvety texture and clay, cranberry, cherry, plum and chalk flavors. Finishes long. Imported by Klassen Wines.",,28,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Battle of Bosworth 2003 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/battle-bosworth-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,Battle of Bosworth
8.5,White,Germany,"A dramatic contrast to the sticky-sweet nature of the 2003 Abstberg BA, this vintage boasts piercing, mouthwatering acids to balance the superripe pineapple flavors. If wines age on their acidity, this one will last a good, long time. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Abstberg Beerenauslese,167,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2004 Abstberg Beerenauslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2004-abstberg-beerenauslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Maximin Grünhäuser
,Red,US,"This is an expensive Syrah. It's also a very good one that exhibits its origins in the soft, rich tannins and herbaceousness that acccompany the blackberry and cherry fruit flavors. Bone dry, and without overpowering oak, the wine has a firmly tannic structure that calls to mind roast lamb. Drink now through 2006.",Van Ness Vineyard,47,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Palmeri 2003 Van Ness Vineyard Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmeri-2003-van-ness-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2003,Palmeri
9.5,White,Germany,"Very sweet and unctuous, this thick, honeyed wine tastes more like a beerenauslese (or more), but without much if any botrytis. Candied pineapple and penetrating orange flavors coat the palate. Despite low acidity, this wine seems more balanced than a couple of Breuer's earlier 2003 releases. Hold 10–15 years, unless you like drinking marmalade. Imported by Classical Wines.",Rauenthaler Nonnenberg Auslese,79,93,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 2003 Rauenthaler Nonnenberg Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-2003-rauenthaler-nonnenberg-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2003,Georg Breuer
,White,France,"A richly sweet, intense wine, with almost botrytis-like sweetness and concentration. Honey and sweet fruit dominate this wine, beautifully made and balanced, leaving freshness and elegance at the end.",Marckrain Grand Cru,,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Martin Schaetzel 2003 Marckrain Grand Cru Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-schaetzel-2003-marckrain-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2003,Martin Schaetzel
,Red,US,"Compared to the winery's Toboni bottling, this wine is slightly more tannic, with more body, but the two wines are similar. It's dominated by cherry and cranberry flavors, and feels soft and creamy. Seems likely to improve with a few years in the bottle.",Mononi Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2003 Mononi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2003-mononi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Arista
,White,US,"Here's a reserve that really merits the extra price. As good as the regular Chard is, this single-vineyard bottling is even better. It's more intense and concentrated in fruit and oakier, with that same clean, bright acidity.",Corral Vineyard,35,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2003 Corral Vineyard Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2003-corral-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Iron Horse
,White,France,"Packed with dense, concentrated, pure fruit, layers of flavors piled on each other. At this young stage, the dominant flavor is spice, but there is plenty of fruit hiding, which will come out as it develops. The wine is relatively sweet. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Grand Cru Brand,84,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2004 Grand Cru Brand Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2004-grand-cru-brand-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Josmeyer
,Dessert,France,"In the style of Beyer wines, this is dry, with good acidity. With its rich, concentrated currant flavors, it is likely to age for many years. Imported by Martine's Wines.",Vendanges Tardives Half Bottle,38,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2000 Vendanges Tardives Half Bottle Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2000-vendanges-tardives-half-bottle-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2000,Leon Beyer
,White,France,"As is common with many of the Deiss wines, this carries no indication of varietal, just the name of the vineyard, in this case a small parcel between Bergheim and Ribeauvillé. With its sweetness and richness, this has characteristics of noble rot, but the spiciness of Pinot Gris shows through. There is also great finishing acidity. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Huebuhl,,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2001 Huebuhl Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2001-huebuhl-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Domaine Marcel Deiss
8,Dessert,Germany,"Shows a bit of minerality in its smoky scents, but the Pauly-Bergweiler emphasis is always on sweet, luscious fruit, which plays to this wine's strengths. Candied apples and oranges finish gently, neither overly sweet nor overly acidic. Drink now–2020. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Beerenauslese,90,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2004 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Beerenauslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2004-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-beerenauslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
14.5,Dessert,Italy,"A precious golden color and rich, flavorful consistency make this Moscato passito a real crowd pleaser. The complex nose is accented by a delicate but unyielding rush of fresh apricot, peach cobbler, toasted almonds and honeysuckle.",,,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Pantelleria,,Cantine Florio 2002  Passito di Pantelleria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-florio-2002-muscat-zibibbo-passito-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2002,Cantine Florio
10,Dessert,US,"This is one solid, tight nectar with exotic stone-fruit aromas alongside honey, melon and apricot. It's got just enough complexity to satisfy fans of serious European dessert wines. Long and sweet late, with excellent acidity and a lush texture.",Domaine Vin Glacé,25,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2004 Domaine Vin Glacé Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2004-domaine-vin-glace-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,King Estate
,Red,US,"A tight, young Pinot, currently dominated by toasty oak aromas. It?s dry and complex, with a m鬡nge of cranberry, cherry, cola, blackberry and oaky, wood-spice flavors that are deep and satisfying. In its structure and balance, it?s the most classic of Arista?s four Pinots. Drink now through 2007.",Ferrington Vineyard,50,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Arista 2003 Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2003-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Arista
,White,France,"A beautiful wine, balancing acidity, spice and fresh peach flavors with structure and ageability. This brings out all the characters of great Pinot Gris, elegance and power combining in harmony. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Grand Cru Kitterlé,44,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2002 Grand Cru Kitterlé Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2002-grand-cru-kitterle-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Domaines Schlumberger
,Red,US,"One of the last releases from the class of '01, this is a cellar candidate. It is a big, rich, unctuous wine, with gobs of black currant flavors wrapped up tight in a blanket of dusty tannins and new oak. You could drink it tonight with a great steak, but it will hold and improve for at least 10 years.",Yountville Selection,135,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2001 Yountville Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2001-yountville-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Grgich Hills
,Dessert,France,"Already developing a depth of orange-gold color, this wine is maturing beautifully. It is more rich than overwhelmingly sweet, showing structure, acidity and a toasty character. A finely crafted wine, packed with intense flavors and a fresh aftertaste. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Sélection de Grains Nobles,150,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 2000 Sélection de Grains Nobles Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-2000-selection-grains-nobles-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Trimbach
,Red,US,"This bottling is the richest, most complex and most accessible of this new winery's four single-vineyard bottlings, a textbook example of luscious Russian River Pinot. With its cherry, cola, coffee and spice flavors, and rich but delicate tannins, it's delicious. Will hold several years, but best now in its sexy youth.",Toboni Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2003 Toboni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2003-toboni-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Arista
,Dessert,Austria,"This beautiful wine shows great elegance. It is not just sweet, it is sophisticated as well, bringing delicious acidity, dryness and exotic fruits. To finish, there is a fruit salad of flavors, combined with spice and a lingering aftertaste. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Ruster Ausbruch Pinot Cuvée,37,94,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2001 Ruster Ausbruch Pinot Cuvée White Riesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2001-ruster-ausbruch-pinot-cuvee-riesling-white-burgenland/,White Riesling,2001,Feiler-Artinger
,Dessert,France,"Beyer makes a habit of holding back old vintages of SGN wines, selling them in half bottles. Even for this producer, a believer in dry Alsace wines, the sweetness of this SGN style is impossible to avoid. But the sweetness is tempered by toasty, mature fruit that shows elegance as much as richness, great acidity and botrytis. Imported by Martine's Wines.",Sélection de Grains Nobles,60,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 1998 Sélection de Grains Nobles Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-1998-selection-grains-nobles-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1998,Leon Beyer
,White,France,"A rich, dry style, packed with spice and deep, almost brooding, fruit. From vines in the grand cru vineyards of Eichberg and Pfersigberg, this wine bears complex flavors of toast, nutmeg and pepper, along with white fruits. Still young, this wine will evolve over the next 5–10 years. Imported by Martine's Wines.",Cuvée des Comtes d'Eguisheim,46,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2000 Cuvée des Comtes d'Eguisheim Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2000-cuvee-des-comtes-deguisheim-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2000,Leon Beyer
,Dessert,France,"This is not so much a sweet wine (although there is plenty of marmalade flavor here) as it is hugely rich and concentrated. It is like drinking drops of nectar, with honey, dryness and ripe fruit. At this early stage in its development the richness dominates—it needs time to develop. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Sélection de Grains Nobles,,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2001 Sélection de Grains Nobles Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2001-selection-grains-nobles-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Domaine Marcel Deiss
7.5,White,Germany,"Wonderfully rich and sweet, yet while this completely coats the palate with superripe apples and honey flavors, it never seems like too much. Despite low acidity, the sweetness is balanced by powerful minerality on the long finish. Imported by Valckenberg International, Inc.",Johannisberger Hölle Beerenauslese,132,95,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2003 Johannisberger Hölle Beerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2003-johannisberger-holle-beerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2003,Johannishof
,White,France,"This Pinot Gris shows sweetness, some honey but also a fine mineral structure, which promises aging at least for 10 years. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Grand Cru Kessler,24,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2001 Grand Cru Kessler Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2001-grand-cru-kessler-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Domaines Schlumberger
,Red,US,"True to its mountain appellation, this is a big, dark, young tannic wine. It is dramatically lush in black currant and chocolate fruit, seasoned with 100% new French oak. The tannins have been wrestled into soft, lush compliance. This is a fabulous Cabernet, drinkable now but with the structure to age for many years.",Rancho del Oso,75,95,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Sbragia 2002 Rancho del Oso Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sbragia-2002-rancho-oso-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sbragia
,Red,US,"Overtly sweet in residual sugar, which in my book is a sin in a wine that's supposed to be a dry table wine. Avoid.",Hozhoni Vineyard,30,80,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Highlands 2002 Hozhoni Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highlands-2002-hozhoni-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2002,Highlands
,Red,US,"Almost undrinkable, with strong Port aromas that turn astringently dry and watery.",,12,80,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Tularosa 2003 Shiraz (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tularosa-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-new-mexico/,Shiraz,2003,Tularosa
12.5,White,US,"Buttered toast, pear and citrus aromas show promise, but the crisp lemony flavors don't hold up. Finishes tart.",5 Acre Block,,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2003 5 Acre Block Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2003-5-acre-block-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2003,Palmer
13,White,Chile,"Very light and mute smelling, but overtly aggressive, tart and acidic in the mouth. Loads up on the green apple skins and tangerine in building a one-dimensional flavor profile. Teeters on being sour.",Reserva,15,81,Maipo Valley,,,Nuevomundo 2005 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuevomundo-2005-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Nuevomundo
,White,US,"An interesting wine, in that it doesn't lack for body (it's weighty enough), just flavor. Aromas of toast, marshmallow and apple seem to fade on the palate, finishing soft and short.",Private Reserve,25,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2004 Private Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2004-private-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2004,Waters Crest
,Dessert,US,"Girard makes a good dry Zinfandel, but this is not such a good dessert wine. It's sweet and sugary, and tastes like a wine meant to be dry, but whose fermentation stuck. Awkward.",Late Harvest,27,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2004 Late Harvest Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2004-late-harvest-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2004,Girard
14,White,South Africa,"Plantain and banana bread seem pleasant enough in the nose, but the wine turns a bit sour in the mouth, with overripe melon and a soft mouthfeel. Imported by The Hess Collection.",,16,81,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2004 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2004-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2004,Glen Carlou
,Red,US,"This unfortunate wine is heavy and soft, with the flavor of cooked cherries and coffee. It's bone dry. The main problem is a harsh, burnt feeling.",,15,81,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Solaris 2004 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solaris-2004-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2004,Solaris
,Red,US,"This is a hard, tannic, acidic wine showing little charm now despite being more than four years old. It doesn't seem like it has the structure, fruit or balance to age.",,30,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Copeland Creek 2001 Meritage (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/copeland-creek-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-coast/,Meritage,2001,Copeland Creek
,White,US,"Simple and oaky, with woody, high char and vanilla flavors and one-dimensional fruit.",,10,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Creek 2003 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Sonoma Creek
,Red,US,"Harsh and clumsy, a soft wine with sweet and sour, Chinese sauce flavors. Syrah, Grenache, Petite Sirah, Counoise, Cinsault, Mourvedre.",Limited Release Stampmaker's,14,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2003 Limited Release Stampmaker's Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2003-limited-release-stampmakers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Concannon
,White,US,"This odd wine has dill and clove aromas, possibly from American oak, and a flavor like sweet chewing tobacco and peaches.",,18,82,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Carvalho 2003 Chardonnay (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carvalho-2003-chardonnay-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chardonnay,2003,Carvalho
13,Red,South Africa,"This wine is young and harsh. Burnt-match marred the oaky plum aromas, while the palate's harsh tannins overpowered the simple grape flavors. Imported by South African Premium Wines Ltd.",,10,82,Western Cape,,,Jabulani 2004 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jabulani-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Jabulani
13.5,White,South Africa,"The oak in this wine is heavy-handed, with charred wood and toast flavors and aromas, but it still can't hide the wine's  harsh acidity. Finishes with baked banana flavors. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Cathedral Cellar,14,82,Coastal Region,,,KWV 2004 Cathedral Cellar Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2004-cathedral-cellar-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2004,KWV
12.5,Red,Chile,"A big, young grapey mound of dark fruit is how best to describe this violet wine that's so candied and gummy it's like pressed black fruit and little more. Very dark but shows little to no character or depth.",Tradition,8,82,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 2005 Tradition Shiraz (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2005-tradition-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-requinoa/,Shiraz,2005,Château Los Boldos
13.5,Red,Austria,"Slightly rubbery and herbal, with rustic tannins and acids framing blackberry fruit.",Mitterjoch,14,82,Burgenland,,,Braunstein 2003 Mitterjoch Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braunstein-2003-mitterjoch-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2003,Braunstein
13,White,Austria,"Odd and jumbled on the nose, with apple and apricot scents, a hint of mint and maybe even a bit of volatile acidity, then creamed corn flavors on the palate. Not my cup of tea; an unusual misstep from Prager.",Zwerithaler Smaragd,39,82,Wachau,,,Prager 2004 Zwerithaler Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2004-zwerithaler-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Prager
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of menthol and stewed berry translate to the mouth, with some additional green pepper flavor. This wine's structure is hollow and flabby, with a sharp, tangy finish. Imported by Great Wines International.",Reserve,18,82,Paarl,,,Montestell 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montestell-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Montestell
13,White,Chile,"Sharp and prickly on the nose, with heavy blasts of underripe pineapple and grapefruit. Celery and bell pepper flavors dance with acid-based citrus to create a wanting whole. Finishes with pickled flavors and oversized acidity.",Gran Araucano,20,82,Casablanca Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2005 Gran Araucano Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2005-gran-araucano-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,J. & F. Lurton
13,White,Chile,"Rather flat, with cider and honey aromas. Thick and heavy on the palate, with butter and resin. Lacks sizzle and freshness.",Reserva,18,82,Molina,,,Echeverria 2004 Reserva Chardonnay (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2004-reserva-chardonnay-molina/,Chardonnay,2004,Echeverria
,Red,US,"Smells minty, with a suggestion of Port, an odd combination that suggests unevenly ripened grapes, and this impression is confirmed with the first sip. This is an unbalanced wine, with sweet and sour Chinese sauce flavors.",Buff-Bellied,17,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2003 Buff-Bellied Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2003-buff-bellied-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,2003,Clos La Chance
12,Rose,France,"This nonvintage wine seems a bit tired, but still shows some watermelon and strawberry aromas and tart berry flavors.",,10,82,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,Famaey NV Rosé (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famaey-nv-rose-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Rosé,,Famaey
13.5,Red,US,"Starts with scents of rhubarb and strawberries and stays right there, offering crisp berry flavors and a tart, lean finish.",Hungarian Oak,17,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2003 Hungarian Oak Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2003-hungarian-oak-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2003,Comtesse Thérèse
,Red,US,"With sweet and sour flavors of cherries, and a scour of burning acidity, this Zin is harsh and unbalanced.",Old Vines,32,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Saddleback 2003 Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2003-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Saddleback
,White,US,"Soft and slightly sweet, this is a rustic wine with flavors of grapefruit juice and a touch of oak.",Dantone Vineyards,15,82,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Carvalho 2004 Dantone Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carvalho-2004-dantone-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Carvalho
,Red,US,"The grapes just barely ripened, with the result that this Cab has green, minty flavors along with the berries. It's dry and acidic.",,13,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Avila 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Avila
,Dessert,US,"Sweet and rustic, with one-dimensional peach, apricot and vanilla flavors and a clean streak of acidity.",Late Harvest,12,82,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Carvalho 2004 Late Harvest Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carvalho-2004-late-harvest-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Carvalho
,Red,US,"Fruity and simple, with a slightly sweet, medicinal finish, this Zin has cola and black cherry flavors. The tannins and acids stick around long after the fruit is gone.",Old Vine,22,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Carvalho 2002 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carvalho-2002-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Carvalho
,Red,US,"If extract were everything this wine would be okay. Unfortunately the currant and blackberry flavors are encased in an overly soft, almost gluey texture. Beyond that, there's a medicinal taste to the finish.",,40,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmel 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Carmel
14,Red,Chile,"Fairly pickled on the nose, backed by a wayward sweetness in the form of burnt brown sugar and nutmeg. Adequate mouthfeel, arguably a touch thick, but in the end it's less than exciting in terms of flavor.",La Capitana Barrel Reserve,14,82,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2004 La Capitana Barrel Reserve Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2004-capitana-barrel-reserve-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2004,Viña La Rosa
12.5,White,Chile,"Sweet and waxy, with aromas of honey and air freshener.   Ultra sweet, with flavors of applesauce and candy. Soft and dilute on the finish. Quite simple stuff.",Unwooded,13,82,Molina,,,Echeverria 2005 Unwooded Chardonnay (Molina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2005-unwooded-chardonnay-molina/,Chardonnay,2005,Echeverria
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine has plenty of oak to the nose, with vanilla and butterscotch dominating, but it fails to excite in the mouth. A soft wine, the palate first delivers sweet mixed berries but is quickly overpowered by oak.  Imported by Cape Wine Ventures.",,8,82,South Africa,,,Tall Horse 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tall-horse-2003-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Tall Horse
,White,US,"A soft, simple wine, with canned fruit flavors and a thick texture. It finishes dry, with notes of oak spice.",,15,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dynamite Vineyards 2004 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dynamite-2004-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Dynamite Vineyards
13,Red,Chile,"A front of charred beef and coffee grounds sit sentry over the bouquet, while the palate is short on fruit other than heavy black plum and berry jam. Turns more volatile and rough-edged as it opens.",Reserva,10,82,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 2003 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-2003-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Viña Tarapacá
13,White,Chile,"Slightly pickled, but with citrus as well. Seems a touch overdone, with peach flavors and some noticeable bitterness. Goes very light on the sweetness and weighs in less than friendly.",,12,82,Limarí Valley,,,Peñalolen 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2005-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Peñalolen
,Red,US,"Excessive sweetness in the finish mars this otherwise fine wine, with its plum, cherry and leather flavors and rich, sticky tannins.",Petite Rousse,18,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos Mimi 2004 Petite Rousse Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-mimi-2004-petite-rousse-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Clos Mimi
,Red,US,"Feels heavy in the mouth, and too soft, too, which weighs the dark stone fruit flavors down. This dark, big, Rhône-style wine isn't at all like a real Pinot Noir. Maybe it will do something in four or five years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,34,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bernardus 2002 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2002-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Bernardus
,Red,US,"There's a purity to the fruit in this full-bodied wine, which brims with ripe blackberries and cherries, with an edge of sweet leather. The tannins are smooth and soft, but a sweet, sugary finish detracts.",,15,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2002 Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,2002,Bonterra
,Red,US,"Too much sugary sweetness in this for a table wine that's supposed to be dry. Those pretty blackberry and cherry flavors taste like they were sprinkled with white sugar, which is a detraction to me.",,35,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Stuhlmuller Vineyards
15.5,Red,US,"The vines are over 50 years old, and the wine has good fruity intensity and is very dry and tannic. But a taste of overripe raisins and prunes, as well as alcoholic heat, drags the score down.",Old Vine,22,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Trinitas 2003 Old Vine Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2003-old-vine-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2003,Trinitas
,Red,US,"Soft in acids, bone-dry and kind of raw-feeling in the mouth, this is an earthy Cab with traces of red and black cherry fruit.",,14,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,EOS
13.5,Red,Chile,Massively jammy and purple; a true destroyer in terms of prune and heavy blackberry character. Also medicinal and full of brown sugar and maple. Seems over the top and overextracted. Can only get better with age. Imported by Five Star Imports.,Grand Reserve,11,83,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 2005 Grand Reserve Carmenère (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2005-grand-reserve-carmenere-requinoa/,Carmenère,2005,Château Los Boldos
13,Red,Austria,"This medium-weight wine smells rather nice, with plum and black cherry notes accented by cinnamon and chocolate, but then the flavors pick up some green, herbaceous notes that turn bitter on the finish. Imported by Vin Divino.",,23,83,Burgenland,,,Krutzler 2004 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutzler-2004-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2004,Krutzler
,Red,US,"Great blackberry and mocha flavors in this dry wine, but it's so hot and soft in acids, it's unbalanced. The softness acentuates the tannins, making the wine harsh.",Madder Lake Vineyard,30,83,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Spencer Roloson 2003 Madder Lake Vineyard Zinfandel (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-2003-madder-lake-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Zinfandel,2003,Spencer Roloson
14,Red,South Africa,"Fresh grapy aromas are mixed with cinnamon and vanilla, which carries over to the palate. Dark berry flavors are also present in the mouth, although they don't mesh well with the oak notes, but seem to be dancing their own tune. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",,10,83,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2004 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Golden Kaan
14,Red,South Africa,"Scents of herb mix with freshly crushed grapes, while the palate delivers a sweet mix of plums and purple berries. Finishes a bit harsh. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,12,83,Western Cape,,,Guardian Peak 2004 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-peak-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Guardian Peak
,White,US,"Soft and well-oaked, this Chard has some good fruit, and there's a leesy flavor and creaminess, but the acidity is too low for balance.",Reserve,18,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2003-reserve-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-52364/,Chardonnay,2003,Ironstone
14,Red,South Africa,"This purple wine has a brambly quality to the sweet vanilla-and-plum nose. Oak is apparent in the mouth, with dusty vanilla flavors. Simple, with a bit of a weedy quality to the finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,10,83,Western Cape,,,MAN Vintners 2004 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,MAN Vintners
,Red,US,"There's well-ripened cherry, blackberry and mocha fruit in this dryish wine, but it's basically a simple sipper, and seems pricey for what you get.",,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Teatown Cellars 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teatown-cellars-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Teatown Cellars
,White,US,"This is an awkward, clumsy wine. It's exotic and fruity, but uncontrolled. It tastes like sweet-and-sour sauce, which is not a bad flavor, but not one you want in a dry table wine.",Noble Vineyard,,83,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Spencer Roloson 2004 Noble Vineyard Viognier (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-2004-noble-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-knights-valley/,Viognier,2004,Spencer Roloson
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This simple wine has straightforward Beaujolais-like aromas, with grapy flavors and sour lemon flavors on the finish. Imported by Hemingway & Hale.",,13,83,Coastal Region,,,Serengeti 2003 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serengeti-2003-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2003,Serengeti
,Red,US,"Brusque in texture, with jagged tannins, this is a simple, clean wine. It's also high in acidity.",Limited Release Assemblage,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2003 Limited Release Assemblage Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2003-limited-release-assemblage-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Concannon
,Red,US,"Opens with an inviting blast of white pepper, with overtones of refined toasted oak, cassis and leather. Unfortunately the taste isn't as good as the aroma. The wine turns soft and sweet in the mouth, with a cloying finish.",Black-Chinned,17,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2003 Black-Chinned Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2003-black-chinned-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Clos La Chance
,Red,US,"A little too sweet for its own good, with sugary, blackberry-am flavors. This may have been a deliberate decision to keep the alcohol down to a reasonable 14.6 %. Take away the sweetness, and there's a great Zinfandel here.",Mother Clone,14,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2002 Mother Clone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2002-mother-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Pedroncelli
,Red,US,"Pretty rustic, with sweet-and-sour cherry-candy flavors and a sharp, acidic mouth-feel. But with the right meats and cheeses, it will do fine.",Nini,13,83,California,California Other,California,Clos Mimi NV Nini Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-mimi-nv-nini-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,,Clos Mimi
,White,US,"Super-fruity and super-oaky to the point of overwhelming, all this wine needs is some restraint. There's an enormity of peach custard, pineapple cream, vanilla and honey. The grapes are obviously fabulous.",Reserve,20,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2004-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Frei Brothers
,Red,US,"Doesn't taste quite ripe, with a wintergreen flavor to the cherries, and lots of tough acids and tannins. Bone dry, this is a wine that makes your gums tingle with astringency.",,21,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Husch
13,Red,Chile,"Soft and fruity, with a broad, grapy personality. Cherry, raspberry and hard candy in the mouth, with carob and coconut from oak later on. Not many extra gears on this one. Imported by Five Star Imports.",Tradition,8,83,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 2005 Tradition Carmenère (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2005-tradition-carmenere-requinoa/,Carmenère,2005,Château Los Boldos
,Red,US,"Rustic and slightly sweet, this inky-black wine is thick in tannins that frame plummy, coffee flavors. It's also soft in acids, which will probably limit its ageability.",,30,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,VJB 2003 Barbera (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2003-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Barbera,2003,VJB
,White,US,"There's tons of ripe peach custard and pineapple tart flavor in this wine, and also some good, crisp acidity, but it's so sweet tasting that it's really almost off-dry. That reduces its score.",Reserve,15,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Barefoot Cellars 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2004-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Barefoot Cellars
12.5,Red,Chile,"Light-bodied and tight, with bramble, raspberry and burnt, reedy notes. Shows a snappiness and red cherry on the palate, with tight, crisp acidity. A touch hard on the back end. Imported by Corkscrew Imports.",Paso Hondo Reserva,12,83,Bío Bío Valley,,,Viñedos de Canata 2001 Paso Hondo Reserva Carmenère (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-canata-2001-paso-hondo-reserva-carmenere-bio-bio-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Viñedos de Canata
,White,US,"I wish this Chardonnay had greater concentration of fruit, because the individual parts are really nice. Great structure, firm acids, modest alcohol and tasteful oak can't quite boost the watery peach flavors.",Laguna Vineyard,24,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 2003 Laguna Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2003-laguna-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Gallo of Sonoma
,White,US,"Light and fresh, with smoky overtones to the citrus and melon aromas. Flavors favor smoky buttered corn, then bright, lemony acids take over on the finish.",La Barrique,17,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2003 La Barrique Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2003-barrique-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2003,Peconic Bay Winery
13,Rose,Spain,"Nice mineral and cherry aromas precede a snappy, cleansing palate that runs heavy on the berry, orange and nectarine flavors. This wine shows why Navarra is one of Spain's best regions for rosados; it's ripe and bouncy, with balance and tang. Will work nicely with an array of foods.",Rosado de Lagrima,9,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Sardasol 2004 Rosado de Lagrima Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sardasol-2004-rosado-lagrima-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2004,Viña Sardasol
12.5,White,Italy,"Offers Golden Delicious apple, pineapple, dried field hay and jasmine aromas. A generous serving of baked apple comes through on the palate, backed by refreshing acidity. Imported by Franco Wine Imports.",,9,87,Veneto,Piave,,Cecchetto 2004 Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchetto-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cecchetto
,White,US,"This is solidly made, with a crisp entry that tastes of lemon peel. It moves into a broader midpalate, opening up with notes of pear, orange peel and apple, then finishes dry, with a lick of licorice.",,11,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Abbey Page 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbey-page-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Abbey Page
,White,US,"An interesting wine that shows Sauvignon character in the pungent aromas and flavors, and bright Monterey acidity. The wine is enhanced by a rich streak of vanilla spinkled with lime zest.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Lorca 2004 Pinot Gris (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorca-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Gris,2004,Lorca
13,Rose,Spain,"Full and snappy, with a touch of natural smoke and plenty of berry defining the bouquet. Strawberry, apple skin and citrus flavors make for a spunky, clean palate, and the overall zest is admirable.",De Casta,8,86,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2004 De Casta Rosé (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2004-casta-rose-catalunya/,Rosé,2004,Torres
13,White,Italy,"Exotic fruit, dried banana chips, Granny Smith apple, kiwi and lime pie are deeply etched into a wine with medium body and finish. A correct and enjoyable Pinot Grigio. Imported by Zancanella Importing Co.",,,86,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Tenuta di Blasig 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-blasig-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tenuta di Blasig
,White,New Zealand,"A soft, round, easy-to-drink Pinot Gris. Peach and melon flavors end on a note of ripe apples. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",,,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Southbank Estate 2005 Pinot Gris (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southbank-estate-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Gris,2005,Southbank Estate
12,White,Italy,"Creamy banana and vanilla with distinct sawmill notes make up a simple but correct nose. The grapes afford some honeysuckle and green apple, with a bitter touch and a long crisp finish. Imported by Winery Exchange.",,11,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Flourish 2003 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flourish-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Flourish
,White,US,"This is a good wine, but it provides ammunition for those who suggest that Napa Valley isn't the best place for Chardonnay. Dry, with an earthy edge to the fruit, and lots of oak.",Hillside,34,85,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Taylor 2003 Hillside Chardonnay (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-2003-hillside-chardonnay-napa-stags-leap-district/,Chardonnay,2003,Taylor
,White,US,"A fair effort, light and tasting of green apples and pears, with good acidity. Perfectly pleasant, but nothing special.",,13,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Wine by Joe 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-by-joe-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Wine by Joe
13,Red,Spain,"Young and open, with light red-fruit aromas on the candied bouquet. Nothing complicated here; just snappy raspberry and candy flavors followed by a gritty, sugary finish. Standardfare Garnacha from a warm climate.",,9,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Marqués de Reala 2004 Grenache (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-reala-2004-grenache-campo-borja/,Grenache,2004,Marqués de Reala
12.5,White,Italy,"A tiny bit floral and out of the ordinary. Shows apple, pineapple and muscat aromas, with similar flavors that offer spice and pepper. Short but clean on the finish, with a hint of tarragon and lemon.",,11,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Lobster Cove 2004 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lobster-cove-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Lobster Cove
,White,US,"Simple and clean, this wine is dry and acidic, with the flavor of grapefruit juice. It's a good sipper with grilled veggies and goat cheese, or by itself.",,13,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clay Station 2004 Pinot Gris (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clay-station-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Gris,2004,Clay Station
,White,US,"Fruity, tart in acids and just off-dry, this is a clean cocktail style wine. It's good for group gatherings where you want something for everyone.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Jenica Peak 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jenica-peak-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Jenica Peak
13,White,Austria,"Really thick and fading, with a heavy nose loaded down with corn and squash aromas. The palate features less than vibrant flavors that veer toward vegetal. Buttery and heavy; a wine that truly makes you wonder: what were the makers thinking?",Knily,20,83,Styria,,,Jaunegg 2002 Knily Pinot Gris (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaunegg-2002-knily-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-styria/,Pinot Gris,2002,Jaunegg
,White,US,"From southern Napa, this wine has good acids and is very dry, with citrus and peach flavors. There's an earthiness, a dried herbal quality that makes it fuller-bodied than most.",,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Ranch 2004 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-ranch-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Kirkland Ranch
,White,US,"Volatile, high-toned, peardrop aromas; the wine follows with acidic, pear-flavored fruit and some burn in the finish.",,15,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hip Chicks do Wine 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hip-chicks-wine-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Hip Chicks do Wine
,White,US,"Simple and thin, with a scoury, acidic mouthfeel, this wine has modest lemon and grapefruit flavors, and is totally dry.",,9,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Tamás Estates 2004 Pinot Grigio (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2004-pinot-grigio-monterey-51748/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tamás Estates
14,Red,Spain,"Hard but sweet swmelling, with both barnyard and perfume. Fairly high-toned and tart on the palate, where pie cherry and red plum are firmly in control. Acidic and unyielding; too raw and forceful to rate better.",,30,83,Northern Spain,Toro,,TR3 2002  Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tr3-2002-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2002,TR3
13,White,Italy,"Smooth and round, with sweet aromas of caramel, chamomile and pear. Fairly citrusy and sharp, with green pear and sour apple flavors. Offers good snap and pop but a tart overall flavor profile.",Contessa Manci,15,83,,Trentino,,Concilio 2003 Contessa Manci Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concilio-2003-contessa-manci-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Concilio
,White,US,"Simple and soft, with spearmint and peach flavors that are dry. Comes in an easy-to-use box.",Bandit 1 Liter,7,83,California,California Other,California,Three Thieves 2004 Bandit 1 Liter Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-thieves-2004-bandit-1-liter-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Three Thieves
12.5,White,Argentina,"Heavy and tropical in style, with honey and creamy pear aromas. Very sweet and ripe, with punchless Bartlett pear and syrupy peach flavors. Thick and textured; almost unctuous. But it tastes fine and doesn't offend. Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",,8,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Bodega Lurton 2005 Pinot Gris (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-lurton-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-uco-valley/,Pinot Gris,2005,Bodega Lurton
,White,US,"Widely available, this distinctively packaged wine has little going on in the way of flavor. Lightly herbal, citric and thin, it could be almost any generic white grape.",,11,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Blue Moon 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-moon-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Blue Moon
,Red,US,"Pricy for what you get. It's a country-style Zin, with rustic berry flavors and some dry tannins.",,24,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ty Caton 2003 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ty-caton-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Ty Caton
,White,US,"They held this back for a pretty long time, perhaps hoping it would soften, but it hasn't. It's still a tough, acidic, almost sour wine, with gooseberry and grapefruit flavors, and searingly dry.",Reserve Fumé,17,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2002 Reserve Fumé Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2002-reserve-fume-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Murphy-Goode
12.5,Rose,Spain,"Heavy aromas with soft, dense flavors of apple skin and black plum. Slightly reduced on the finish, but surprisingly sharp and scouring on the tongue. There's a lot of zest and acid for a wine with a meatier flavor profile.",Esencia Valdemar Rosé,7,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2004 Esencia Valdemar Rosé Garnacha (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2004-esencia-rose-grenache-garnacha-rioja/,Garnacha,2004,Bodegas Valdemar
12,White,Italy,"Cornflakes, apple and anise on the nose, followed by a meaty, almost nutty palate that's full but lacks spirit. Peach and heavy apple flavors carry the soft, billowy finish. Sort of bulky; not that precise.",,9,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Arcano 2004 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arcano-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Arcano
13.5,White,US,"Plump in the mouth, this New York Pinot Grigio from a Pennsylvania winery is pretty neutral in flavor, with modest hints of apple and citrus providing just enough interest. Ends with a bit of citrus pith.",,16,83,New York,New York Other,New York,Chaddsford 2004 Pinot Grigio (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Chaddsford
,White,US,"Simple and off-dry, this lemon and lime flavored wine has overtones of vanilla and peaches, and good acidity.",Esperanza Vineyard,10,83,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Echelon 2004 Esperanza Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2004-esperanza-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-clarksburg/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Echelon
,White,US,"Elegant, crisp and dry, this PG has citrus zest flavors. The texture and weight are lovely and delicate. My main gripe is that the wine turns thin mid-palate and finishes watery.",,25,83,California,Napa,Oakville,Gargiulo 2004 Pinot Grigio (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gargiulo-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-oakville/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Gargiulo
,White,US,"Strikes the palate as quite sweet, with citrus, melon and fig flavors. The wine is a bit soft in acidity, which makes it slightly cloying.",,15,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Norman 2004 Pinot Grigio (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Norman
,Red,US,"Very soft in tannins, and acidicly sharp, this Cab is thin in fruity flavors, especially considering the good vintage. A disappointment.",,24,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"Dark, soft and thick, this Pinot brings to mind certain far more expensive Pinots that critics wow as ageable. I don't think so. It's more like a simple Syrah, tasty, but lacking delicacy, with a sweetish finish.",,16,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chumeia 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Chumeia
12,White,Romania,"If this were game, it would be considered well hung, but since it's wine, it's just barely holding on. The aromas are an interesting blend of pear and quince with honey and tangerine, but it lacks midpalate weight, ending on a chalky, citrusy note.",,9,83,Romania,,,Black C 2000 Pinot Gris (Romania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-c-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris/,Pinot Gris,2000,Black C
,White,US,"Clean and simple, this wine is very dry and crisp. It has pleasant lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors and refreshing acids.",,5,83,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Sutter Home
12,White,Germany,"Lightly floral on the nose, with modest green apple scents as well. This light, dry Riesling is clean and refreshing, but lacks the flavor intensity to warrant a higher rating.",Qba Dry,14,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Selbach 2004 Qba Dry Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selbach-2004-qba-dry-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Selbach
,Red,US,"From Sonoma comes this honest, country-style Cab. It shows good varietal character, being dry, smooth, spicy and full-bodied. A nice pepper steak will be the perfect match.",Private Reserve Old Vine Street,15,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2003 Private Reserve Old Vine Street Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2003-private-reserve-old-vine-street-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Parkers Estate
,Red,US,"This Cab-Syrah blend has some good fruit and a nice oak and tannin structure, but there's a harsh, green sharpness that detracts. It emphasizes the acids, and is unlikely to age out, so drink up.",Stagecoach Vineyard,47,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Palmeri 2002 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmeri-2002-stagecoach-vineyard-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2002,Palmeri
,White,US,"Simple, dry and citrusy-figgy, with a crisp dose of acids, this easy-drinking wine is a fine everyday sipper.",,5,83,California,California Other,California,Trinity Oaks 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-oaks-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Trinity Oaks
,Red,US,"The winery's basic Merlot has a sharp, acidic bite, which detracts quite a bit from the lush, soft tannins and ripe, lush plum, blackberry and cherry flavors. Drink now.",,20,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2003 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2003-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"Awkward and jarring in sharp acids and unresolved green tannins, this dry wine offers few pleasures right now, beyond a trace of barely ripened cherry fruit. It's not likely to improve, so drink up.",Jack London Vineyard,25,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2003 Jack London Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2003-jack-london-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2003,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Despite the dark color, this Pinot is soft and one-dimensional. It shows ripe flavors of cherries, mocha and cola, with a quick finish.",,52,83,California,Napa,Rutherford,El Molino 2002 Pinot Noir (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-molino-2002-pinot-noir-napa-rutherford/,Pinot Noir,2002,El Molino
,White,Austria,"A thin, wine which has some freshness but loses intensity fading into light, green, fresh flavors.",,8,83,Burgenland,,,Hafner Kosher 2002 Pinot Gris (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hafner-kosher-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-burgenland/,Pinot Gris,2002,Hafner Kosher
,White,US,"This is a simple, soft, fruity wine that's also a little sweet on the finish. It has flavors of canned apricots and peaches.",,14,83,California,California Other,California,Bargetto 2004 Pinot Gris (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Bargetto
,White,US,"PG's are rare from this appellation. This one's well-acidified, leaving a bright and crisp mouthfeel to the citrus, melon and fig flavors. But be forewarned, the wine's too sweet, almost off-dry.",Signature Selection,25,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Bianchi 2004 Signature Selection Pinot Grigio (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2004-signature-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bianchi
12,White,Spain,"Peach and vanilla aromas dominate, with a touch of orange peel thrown in. The palate is surprisingly acidic, with sharp flavors of lemon, grapefruit and green apple. Almost shocking at first; it goes out easier than it comes in.",Abadía de San Campio,18,84,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2004 Abadía de San Campio Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2004-abadia-san-campio-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Terras Gauda
11.5,White,Argentina,"Solid if a bit creamy, with apple, pear and a hint of spice on the nose. Chunky melon and spice flavors work fairly nicely on the soft, smooth palate. Not the most zesty or lively wine, but what's on offer is pretty good. Imported by Hemingway & Hale.",,8,84,Other,San Juan,,SolAlto 2004 Pinot Grigio (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solalto-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-san-juan/,Pinot Grigio,2004,SolAlto
,White,US,"This is a nice everyday example of why Pinot Gris is catching on. It's a crisp, dry wine, with peach and apricot flavors and a nice streak of minerality that leads to a zesty, clean aftertaste.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Sockeye 2004 Pinot Gris (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sockeye-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Sockeye
,White,US,"Lots of puckery acidity in this dry wine, with a metallic, mineral quality to the citrus flavors that could make it a nice match for shellfish.",Select Series,10,84,California,California Other,California,Renwood 2004 Select Series Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2004-select-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Renwood
12,White,Italy,This Pinot Grigio has all its cards in order but lacks intensity. It offers citrus and attractive mineral notes and even a distant hint of cheese rind. Sudden sourness knocks it down a few points. Imported by Zonin USA.,,12,84,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Ca' Vescovo 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-vescovo-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tenuta Ca' Vescovo
,White,US,"This wine will appeal to fruit-forward fans who like their whites crisp and ever so slightly sweet. It's rich in apple, citrus, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors, and leaves a pleasant tingle on the palate.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Fetzer
13.5,Red,Spain,"A touch rubbery up front, with plum and cherry aromas forming a standard, quite acceptable bouquet. Sweet cherry, plum and grape flavors are bright and zesty, and there's a hint of chocolate on the finish. Lacks nuance but is commendable in a straight-ahead kind of way.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2003 Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2003-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-campo-borja/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Coto de Hayas
12.5,White,Italy,"Slight lemon and almond aromas are freshened by a hint of the garden. Citrus and pear flavors show a bit of herb on the side, while the finish is tart and zippy. A bit dilute but better than simply decent.",,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Castello di Gabbiano 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Castello di Gabbiano
11.5,White,Italy,"Fresh and somewhat herbal on the nose, with hints of green papaya and underripe melon. Apple, anise and almond notes work the palate, backed by a clean, citrusy finish. Imported by Opici Import Company.",,7,84,Southern Italy,Terra degli Osci,,Al Verdi 2004 Pinot Grigio (Terra degli Osci),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/al-verdi-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-terra-degli-osci/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Al Verdi
,Red,US,"Tasted blind, you'd identify this as a hot climate Cab, for the softness of acids and tannins and rather baked, raisiny fruit flavors that finish like Port. People must like it, or else the winery wouldn't charge so much, but there are scores of better Cabs at this price.",Mare Nectaris Reserve Red Wine,38,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2001 Mare Nectaris Reserve Red Wine Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2001-mare-nectaris-reserve-red-wine-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Midnight
,Red,US,"There's nothing ""grand"" about this cuvee. It's a rather ordinary Pinot Noir, tart in acids, with gentle tannins and tasty cherry, cola and oak flavors. Drink now.",Grand Cuvee,32,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2004 Grand Cuvee Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2004-grand-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2004,Babcock
13.5,Red,Australia,"Straightahead and no-frills, but also quite a deal. Taut red cherries and plums are at the heart of this wine, with dry, spicy-earthy accents on both the nose and palate.",Bear Crossing,7,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2003 Bear Crossing Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2003-bear-crossing-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Angove's
,White,US,"Simple and dry, like a Petit Chablis, this wine is crisp in moutfeel and streamlined in fruit. You'll find citrus and mineral flavors that finish clean and tart.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2004 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Alexander Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"Dry, tough and astringent, this wine makes you wonder if it will improve with bottle age. It's not offering much pleasure now. It will take a lot of effort for the blackberry fruit to beat out those thick, gritty tannins.",Harmony Collection Jeff Bridges Be Here Soon,125,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ledson 2000 Harmony Collection Jeff Bridges Be Here Soon Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2000-harmony-collection-jeff-bridges-be-here-soon-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2000,Ledson
12.5,White,Italy,Very mild nose that releases weak bursts of flowers and honey. Not complex or structured but with just enough crispness to make your mouth pucker. The nice thing about less intense wines is they are easier to pair with a larger assortment of foods.,,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Lagaria 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Lagaria
,White,US,"This new young wine is quite a treat in an everyday Chard. It has tasty Chardonnay flavors of ripe pineapples and peaches, with spicy, vanilla-tinged oak and a smooth, creamy texture.",,10,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Creek 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Sonoma Creek
12,White,Italy,I absolutely love the eye-catching daisy-shaped label but was less enthused during our blind tasting by the wine's aromatic ensemble that had a strong lactic quality to it in the form of pineapple or peach yogurt. Tart and slightly bitter in the mouth.,,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Tiamo 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiamo-2004-pinot-grigio-delle-venezie-53381/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tiamo
13.5,White,Italy,"Not subtle, with a solid, protruding aroma of perfume and flowers. The palate, however, is not bad. There's spiced melon along with apple, and those flavors lead to a sizable, persistent finish.",,15,84,,Friuli,,Terre di Ger 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-ger-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Terre di Ger
,White,France,"Meaty, smoky aromas dominate the first approach to this wine. At this stage, is still needs to come together, with white fruits sitting apart from the spice. It is a dry wine, fresh and rather lightweight.",Grand Cru Kirchberg,,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Eugène Klipfel 2004 Grand Cru Kirchberg Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugene-klipfel-2004-grand-cru-kirchberg-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2004,Eugène Klipfel
12.5,White,Italy,"Floral and a bit different, with a meaty, almost spicy character. Flavors of pear and citrus are modest, while the balance is good and the body light to medium in weight. Fresh and easy; borders on stylish.",San Angelo,18,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2004 San Angelo Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2004-san-angelo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-toscana/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Castello Banfi
12.5,White,Italy,"Neutral but normal, with apple and citrus aromas backed by tangy orange, apple and melon flavors. A touch of herb flavor adds character to what is otherwise a fairly lean, acidic white wine.",,15,84,,Friuli,,San Simone 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simone-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,San Simone
8.5,White,Germany,"Garish packaging aside, this is a decent introductory Riesling, with lightly floral and apple aromas and apple, peach and pear flavors. Off-dry, it finishes with a slightly stony sensation.",QbA,11,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Starling Castle 2004 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starling-castle-2004-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Starling Castle
,Red,US,"With a little of this and a little of that, this wine gets the job done if you want a dry, ripe, affordable, full-bodied red. It's got cherry-berry flavors, firm tannins and good acids, and will wash that lasagna down easily.",Red,12,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2002 Red Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2002-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2002,St. Francis
13,Red,Spain,"Interesting, with spicy BBQ notes along with dried fruits and pine. Turns kind of woody as it spreads out, with cinnamon, pepper and plum flavors. Gets even woodier and more raw as it finishes and by that time the fruit has left the building. Imported by Biagio Cru & Estate Wines, LLC.",Platinum,34,84,Central Spain,Extremadura,,Corte Real 2000 Platinum Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Extremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-real-2000-platinum-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-extremadura/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Corte Real
12.5,Red,US,"Herbal up front, with some prickly aromas of tarragon on top of apple cider. Pear and melon flavors have a citrusy edge, while the finish is decent but a touch dull; there's even a banana note that we detected. Sort of a mish-mash that is decent but challenged.",Cooper Hill,10,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cooper Mountain 2004 Cooper Hill Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-mountain-2004-hill-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Cooper Mountain
,White,France,"Owned by the negociant house of Chateaux et Terroirs, the 11 acre enclosed vineyard of Isenbourg at Rouffach has a history going back to the Middle Ages. The wine is perhaps less interesting than its pedigree, showing some juicy currant flavors and honey which doesn't quite balance.",Les Clos,,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Château Isenbourg 2001 Les Clos Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-isenbourg-2001-clos-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Château Isenbourg
14,Red,Spain,"Big and bulky, with balasmic aromas mixed in with notes of blueberry and boysenberry. Quite extracted and meaty, which is in the Toro mode. Black plum and cassis flavors are decent, while the finish is stocky and short, with chocolate. Not refined but definitely bold.",,22,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2003  Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2003-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2003,Elias Mora
12,White,Italy,This historic Lazio-based producer has segued into the competitive Pinot Grigio market and whether it can hold its own remains to be seen. The nose is ripe with fruit but there's also a stain of burnt matchstick and the body is lean.,,9,84,,Delle Venezie,,Fontana Candida 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontana-candida-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Fontana Candida
,White,US,"Easy drinking, with apple, fig and citrus flavors. Crisp acids and a dry finish make it clean and vibrant.",Stone Cellars,8,84,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2003 Stone Cellars Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2003-stone-cellars-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Beringer
,White,US,"Crisp, leesy, textural varietal fruit flavors of fresh cut pear coat the palate. There is a bit of earthy follow-through, slightly musty old barrel flavors that carry into the finish.",,12,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2003 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2003,Airlie
12,White,Italy,"Floral and understated, with open but light pear, almond and peach aromas. Fresh in the mouth, with simple citrus, melon and pear flavors. Fresh but short, with some cleansing tang.",i Vini,8,84,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Anna Spinato 2004 i Vini Pinot Grigio (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-spinato-2004-i-vini-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-marca-trevigiana/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Anna Spinato
,White,US,"This superripe Chard assaults the palate with massive pineapple, passionfruit and kiwi flavors. There's also tremendous oak. Somehow it doesn't all mesh together in harmony. Size isn't everything.",,17,84,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2004 Chardonnay (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2004-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Lolonis
,White,US,"Let the sulfur blow off and you've got a decently dry, crisp sipper. It's a tart wine, with mineral and citrus flavors that finish swift and clean.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Bocce 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocce-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bocce
14,Red,Australia,"Aromas run the gamut between rasberry and cherry, to spice, cedar and chocolate. The palate delivers crisp berry and cherry fruit at first, but the flavors are fleetig, leaving tannins, but not much flavor, on the tongue.",Long Row,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2003 Long Row Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2003-long-row-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2003,Angove's
,White,US,"This easy-drinking wine has some superripe apricot flavors that are unusual, but tasty. Otherwise the wine has good varietal character of dryness and tartness.",Oakenshield Wineworks,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2004 Oakenshield Wineworks Pinot Grigio (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-oakenshield-wineworks-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Castoro Cellars
12.5,White,France,"A lot of vegetal character is draped on the nose of this rather heavy, chunky offering. Green bean, sauerkraut and pickles all make a play for the lead, while the palate is full of pickled melon, pear and a touch of nuttiness. Fairly aggressive acidity keeps it alive and kicking.",,19,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Bruno Hunold 2004 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-hunold-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Bruno Hunold
14,White,Italy,"Soft pear and light herb aromas make for a common bouquet. Apple, pear, almond and a smidgen of butter on the tongue. Lightly mineral on the finish, with adequate crispness.",,28,84,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Villa Russiz
12,White,Italy,"Apples and citrus make for a common nose, while the palate is pure Granny Smith with a spot of lemon-lime. Crisp as a razor on the finish, with green herb and citrus as the lasting notes.",,9,84,,Venezie,,Via Firenze 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/via-firenze-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Via Firenze
,White,France,"Heimberger 2004 Tokay Pinot Gris Alsace This wine, from the coop of Beblenheim, is straightforward, fresh and lightweight. There is character from the touch of spice and the flavors of lychees. With its sweet aftertaste, this is easy and well-made.",Réserve Particulière,,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Heimberger 2004 Réserve Particulière Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heimberger-2004-reserve-particuliere-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2004,Heimberger
,White,US,"Rather sweet in apricot and peach flavors, this wine has a good grip of acidity and a clean finish.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Parducci 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Parducci
1.5,White,Italy,"Apple cider, pear and honey on the full, round nose. The body is fairly heavy and low in acidity, while the flavor profile pushes round apple and dried spice notes.",,15,84,,Friuli Grave,,Pighin 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pighin-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Pighin
13.5,Red,Spain,"Sappy and sweet, with a ton of chocolate both on the nose and especially on the palate. This Garnacha is so chocolaty it's like digging into a Hershey bar. Trouble is, there isn't much fruit or acid to offset the creamy, cloying vanilla and fudge flavors. Not flawed or underripe; but too chocolaty and monotone to score better.",Reserva,18,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2001 Reserva Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2001-reserva-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2001,Coto de Hayas
12,White,Italy,"Simple melon, honey and almond aromas set up citrus, melon and apple flavors. Quite basic and easy, with a medium mouthfeel and finishing flavors of papaya and peach.",,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Ciao Bella 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciao-bella-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ciao Bella
,White,US,"There's a toughness to this Chard, a combination of the acidity and of a taste of dried Italian herbs that accompanies the apple and peach flavors. It's not a lush wine, but it's clean and dry.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2003 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2003,Thomas Fogarty
,Red,US,"Dry and balanced, this Merlot has some real complexity, from the fruity-oaky flavors to the complex, accessible tannins. There's also a pretty coating of toasty oak.",,13,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Creek 2003 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-2003-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2003,Sonoma Creek
12,White,Germany,"Light and dry, with floral, minty scents that morph into apple and citrus flavors on the palate. Ends a bit hard and crystalline--brilliantly clear, yet slightly unwelcoming. May be better in another year or two.",QbA,23,84,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2004 QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2004-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2004,Schloss Johannisberger
,White,US,"There's little or no oak on this wine, allowing the pure citrus and fig flavors to shine through. There's a tart, tingly mouthfeel in this dry, fruit-forward, easy PG.",,19,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2004 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Longoria
,White,US,"K-J is justifiably proud that all the grapes in the VR Chard now come from Jackson estate vineyards. Another change is the wine seems drier than in past years, more balanced. That's a real step forward.",Vintner's Reserve,12,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-vintners-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"Basically simple, this is an acidic, almost sour white wine, with lemon and grapefruit flavors, although there's a vanilla sweetness on the finish. A little oak barrel aging has lent some softness.",,18,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,M. Cosentino 2004 Pinot Grigio (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Grigio,2004,M. Cosentino
,White,US,"There's a taste of cooked or stewed apricots and peaches in this dry wine, which contains some nice acidity. That fruitiness lasts well into the finish.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Still Waters 2004 Pinot Gris (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/still-waters-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Gris,2004,Still Waters
12,White,Italy,"Slightly floral and just a bit zesty, with pink grapefruit, apple and citrus aromas and flavors. Not that deep; almost dilute; moderately peachy. Clean and fresh as a whole.",,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Tiamo 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiamo-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tiamo
,White,US,"A little sweet on the finish, but otherwise a nice sipper, with citrus, nectarine and peach flavors balanced with good acidity. If that finish were totally dry, it would be a heck of a wine.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mandolina 2004 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandolina-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Mandolina
,White,US,"Lots of figgy, peach and citrus fruit in this ripe wine, which has enough tartness to make it clean. It doesn't taste entirely dry, though, with a honeyed richness throughout. Nice by-the-pool sipper.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2004 Pinot Grigio (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Maddalena
13.5,White,Italy,"A satisfactory Pinot Grigio with lemon-lime, mineral notes and dried field grass. A bit neutral and watery in the mouth, this wine would pair well with smoked cheese or sun-dried tomato pasta. At 13.5% alcohol, you'll feel the heat too.",,16,84,,Collio,,Ronco Dei Pini 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-pini-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ronco Dei Pini
,White,US,"There's beautifully ripe citrus and fig fruit and clean, crisp acidity in this wine. It impresses for its balance and elegance, and would score higher if it weren't quite this sweet, almost off-dry on the finish.",,19,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Provenance Vineyards 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Provenance Vineyards
,Red,US,"There's lots of toasty oak in this wine's aroma and flavor, but the cherry-berry fruit quickly catches up to it. It's dry and fairly tannic, with a rustic signature.",,13,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Creek 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sonoma Creek
,Red,US,"This Foothills Zin will have its fans, with its chunky, raisiny, dry tannins, but by standards of balance and finesse, it's lacking, although it's easy to imagine drinking copious amounts of it at a carefree barbecue where you don't really care.",,26,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,VJB 2003 Zinfandel (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2003-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Zinfandel,2003,VJB
,Red,US,"You're having pizza or a cheeseburger or ham sandwich. The pleasure is simple and real. You want a red wine to go with it, not too expensive. This is a good choice. It's dry and balanced, and rich in fruit.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2003 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2003,Ironstone
14.3,White,US,"As oaky a PG as you're likely to come across. The nose is pure buttered popcorn and mill dust with a barely detectable backing of vanilla-coated pear. Smooth in the mouth, with heft and tons of resiny flavor. The finish is, as might be expected, a wood-driven ride. Anyone adverse to barrel influences should steer clear; oak lovers could find it to their liking.",,18,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Amethyst 2004 Pinot Grigio (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amethyst-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Amethyst
14,White,Australia,"Peach, melon and bread aromas lead to bread, hay and peach skin flavors on the palate. Medium bodied, straightforward and fine for casual occasions. 500 cases produced. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,16,84,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Cooralook 2004 Pinot Gris (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooralook-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Gris,2004,Cooralook
13,White,Italy,"A copper-colored wine with pinenut, almond skin, melon and peach. Although the aromas are discernable, they seem weighed down by a touch of reductiveness.",,9,84,,Collio,,Colmello di Grotta 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colmello-grotta-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Colmello di Grotta
13.5,White,Australia,"Very fragrant, with banana notes most dominant. In the mouth, you get tropical fruit (banana again, plus peach) and a soft, almost flabby, feel. Fine, but runs contrary to what you might expect from the variety. Imported by De Bortoli Wines USA Inc.",Windy Peak,17,84,Victoria,Victoria,,De Bortoli 2005 Windy Peak Pinot Grigio (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2005-windy-peak-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-victoria/,Pinot Grigio,2005,De Bortoli
,White,US,"There's plenty of richness in this wine. It's filled with apricots, figs, melons and nectarines, and is dry, with palate-stimulating acids.",Premier Vineyard Selection,6,84,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2004 Premier Vineyard Selection Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-premier-vineyard-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Beringer
,White,US,"This is a juicy, crisp wine that has lots of citrus, wildflower, lychee and white peach flavors. Fills the mouth with fruit, then ends on a dry, spicy finish.",,16,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2004 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Handley
,Red,Chile,"Blends herbal notes with superripe plum and carob flavors in an easy-drinking, medium-bodied wine. Falls off a bit on the finish, but as a weekday burger wine, it's fine.",Reserva,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Yelcho 2003 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yelcho-2003-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Yelcho
,White,France,"Exotic aromas of smoke and fresh white fruits make this wine immediately attractive. On the palate, fresh fruits dominate, with some full flavors to round the wine out. An easy style of wine, just pushed forward by spice. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Classique,25,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2004 Classique Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2004-classique-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Rieflé
,Red,US,"Co-fermented with Viognier, this is a softer, fruitier, less tannic and less complex and impressive wine than Spring Mountain's Miravelle bottling. The idea seems to have been to make it more accessible, but the flavors clash and don't fully resolve.",Co-Ferment,50,85,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2003 Co-Ferment Syrah (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2003-co-ferment-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-spring-mountain/,Syrah,2003,Spring Mountain Vineyard
12,White,Italy,"This Pinot Grigio has a note of candied fruit under white spirit, orange peel, almond and vanilla bean. A powerful nose, but not a complex one, with spicy overtones. Imported by Rolar.",Le Rosse,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2004 Le Rosse Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2004-le-rosse-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tommasi
13,White,Italy,"Crisp celery, pear and a bit of resin set up ripe apple and spice flavors. Moderate length, decent depth and breadth. Not the most zesty, bouncy wine but flavorful. Imported by Kobrand.",,23,85,,Collio,,Pighin 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pighin-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Pighin
13.5,Red,Spain,"Open and lighter framed, with berry aromas and a strong scent of black olive. Somewhat salty and herbal, but also fairly fruity and spunky. Shows plenty of acidity and tannin. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",Abadal Crianza,14,85,Catalonia,Pla de Bages,,Masies d'Avinyo 2002 Abadal Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Pla de Bages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masies-davinyo-2002-abadal-crianza-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-pla-bages/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Masies d'Avinyo
,White,France,"Full marks to the co-op of Ribeauvillé for indicating on the label that this is a medium-dry wine. This is a fresh, very clean, full-bodied wine, which doesn't go for complexity, but does go for ripeness and softness. There is just a touch of spice to complete the wine. Imported by Michael Lerner.",Réserve Silberberg,21,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2004 Réserve Silberberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2004-reserve-silberberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Cave de Ribeauvillé
,White,France,"This wine has good, fresh fruit, and is attractive and soft. It layers acidity, white fruits, a touch of spice and thyme, over a core of dryness. The aftertaste is also dry, making this a good accompaniment to food. Imported by Michael Lerner.",Prestige Demi-Sec,17,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Ribeauvillé 2004 Prestige Demi-Sec Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-ribeauville-2004-prestige-demi-sec-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2004,Cave de Ribeauvillé
,White,US,"There's an edge of green mintiness to this Chard, which adds complexity to the apple and peach flavors. The texture is smooth and creamy, perked up by fine acids. Try with grilled sole in butter sauce.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Ironstone
12,White,France,"Ginger and tonic water on the nose, with pear, apple and sweet melon flavors. Seems a touch off-dry, with licorice and candy on the finish. Spunky but feminine in style. Imported by Atlanta Improvement Co.",Vignoble de Bennwihr,17,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Barth René 2003 Vignoble de Bennwihr Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barth-rene-2003-vignoble-bennwihr-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2003,Barth René
,White,US,"Simple and dry, this fruit-forward wine has peach, nectarine and ripe green apple flavors that are boosted by palate-cleansing Central Coast acidity.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2004 Pinot Grigio (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Château Julien
12.5,White,Italy,"After fermentation, this wine rests on the lees for two months, which explains its very nutty nose: almonds and pine nuts over pineapple and pear. Light and lean in the mouth. Imported by Laird & Company.",,15,85,,Collio,,Marega 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marega-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Marega
12,White,Italy,"Produced especially for the U.S. market by Zonin, Monte Campo has lively exotic fruit, yellow rose petal and acacia. Textbook Pinot Grigio with slight bitterness on the finish. Imported by Zonin USA.",,8,85,,Delle Venezie,,Monte Campo 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-campo-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Monte Campo
12,White,Italy,A solid Grigio with a flattering bouquet of ripe fruit rounded off by mineral tones. Lean in the mouth with soft acidity and a sour note at the back. Imported by Zonin USA Inc.,,13,85,,Friuli Aquileia,,Albola 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albola-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Albola
12,White,Italy,"Grapes for this bargain wine are sourced from both Trentino and Veneto and consequently the nose is redolent of green grass, chamomile, melon and fig. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,8,85,,Delle Venezie,,Folonari 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folonari-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Folonari
,Red,US,"An everyday Pinot that shows many of the noble characteristics of the variety. It's silky and dry, with pleasant cherry and tobacco flavors and a touch of oak.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Creek 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sonoma Creek
13,White,US,"Adequate pine and apple aromas on what is otherwise a neutral opening. Citrus and apple flavors feature a touch of mineral, while the finish is dry and crisp, with mouthwatering acidity.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Smashed Grapes 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smashed-grapes-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Smashed Grapes
12,White,Italy,"The nose is wrapped in a pretty floral bouquet with a saccharine-coated, candy-like center. Like other large case-production Pinot Grigios, this is tasty, just lacks a bit of weight. Imported by Verdoni Imports.",,10,85,,Friuli Grave,,Villa Puccini 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-puccini-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Villa Puccini
13,Red,Spain,"Cherry skins, red licorice and a spot of earthiness carry the sweet nose. The mouth offers additional ripe red fruits, decent tannins and perky acidity. It's a balanced, easy, no-brainer red for those not too picky about what they're drinking. Call it good, sweet fun.",Tinto,6,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Crucillon 2004 Tinto Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crucillon-2004-tinto-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2004,Crucillon
13,Red,Spain,"The candied red fruit on the nose is distinct and frankly quite likable. Forget about complexity, depth and edge with this wine and go straight for the sweet, sugary fruit that's pleasant as an ice cream sundae and about as difficult to consume.",Tinto,7,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2004 Tinto Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2004-tinto-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2004,Coto de Hayas
,White,US,"Easy and clean, this white has Monterey acidity backing up flavors of lemons, limes, peaches, ripe green apples and peppery spices. It's dry, but very fruity.",,9,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Tamás Estates 2003 Pinot Grigio (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Tamás Estates
11,White,Italy,"There's a copperish tinge to the color and although the nose is not intense, it does deliver clear notes of pear, pineapple, chamomile and chopped basil or mint. The lower alcohol helps it go down easily. Imported by Laird & Company.",,7,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Stival 2004 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stival-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Stival
13.5,White,Italy,"Lime, lemon blossom, and a nice mineral quality describe this wine. Lightweight, but with well-integrated acidity, it makes a safe match for seafood, vegetables and white meat. Imported by Martin Scott Wines.",,11,85,,Alto Adige,,St. Michael-Eppan 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-michael-eppan-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,St. Michael-Eppan
,White,France,"Smoky, grilled meat aromas are layered with walnuts and fresh yellow fruits. There's a meaty, smoky element to the palate as well, layered with some toast.",Cuvée Réserve,,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Martin Schaetzel 2004 Cuvée Réserve Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-schaetzel-2004-cuvee-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2004,Martin Schaetzel
12.5,White,Italy,"Honeyed apple and cream on the nose, with chunky, spiced apple and pear flavors. Full bodied, with plenty of flavor but not much zest. Imported by Fedway Imports.",,11,85,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Nando 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nando-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Nando
12,White,Italy,"This bestselling Pinot Grigio is the envy of other Grigio producers and often takes a beating back in Italy. Truth is, the wine lives up to expectations: It is informal, easy-to-drink, food-friendly and uncomplicated. Typical of the variety, with contrasting green notes and sweet honey. Imported by Paterno Imports, Ltd.",,22,85,,Alto Adige,,Santa Margherita 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Santa Margherita
,Red,US,"This Pinot is a little thin and acidic, although the cherry, cola, root beer and spicy oak flavors are pretty. The palate needs more weight, depth and length. I'm not a fan of aging Pinot, but this one might surprise.",Estate,35,85,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2003 Estate Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2003-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Ripe in blackberry, cherry, cassis and coffee flavors, with a dollop of oak, this Cab is dry and a bit edgy in tannins. Might soften and gain complexity in a year or two.",,15,85,California,California Other,California,Hess Select 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hess Select
,Red,US,"Two things you should know about this wine: it's very dry and very tannic. It is not a soft, mushy, fruity Syrah. The intention seems to have been ageability. But cellaring this is for the brave of heart, because the wine's future is totally unknown.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,VJB 2003 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2003,VJB
,White,US,"A dark straw color, with a nose of pears, citrus skin and yeast. Very dry and firm, with streaks of steel, petrol, mineral and lime. This is a taut wine, with less assertive fruit than many Oregon Pinot Gris. Some troubling bitterness lingers on the finish.",,12,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2004 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Foris
,White,France,"From the domaine of Dopff et Irion in Riquewihr, this wine is pleasantly soft and clean, with some good acidity and a touch of toastiness. It's ripe and easy to drink. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Les Maquisards,25,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2002 Les Maquisards Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2002-les-maquisards-tokay-pinot-gris-alsace-52864/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2002,Dopff & Irion
12,White,Italy,"This copper-colored stainless steel-fermented Pinot Grigio has a unique and interesting nose: yellow roses, vinous notes and something along the lines of sweet green peapods. It's not hugely structured but has elegance and charm. Imported by Testa Wines of the World.",,10,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Aldegheri 2004 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldegheri-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Aldegheri
12.5,White,Italy,"Fresh, exotic fruit, kiwi and grapefruit are interweaved with honey, soapy notes and a touch of dried basil. The mouth is a bit hollow with chalkiness and sourness riding over a medium finish. Imported by Italian Imports.",Savardo,10,85,Veneto,Breganze,,Cantina Beato Bartolomeo 2004 Savardo Pinot Grigio (Breganze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-beato-bartolomeo-2004-savardo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-breganze/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cantina Beato Bartolomeo
12.5,Red,Spain,"Shows some funk at the start, with red berry, earth and spice playing second fiddle. Raspberry and cherry skins are a force on the palate, with tangy acidity and mild tannins working the oaky finish. A simple, traditional Rioja. Imported by Vintage Wines Inc.",Puerta Vieja Crianza,13,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Riojanas 2000 Puerta Vieja Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-riojanas-2000-puerta-vieja-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Bodegas Riojanas
,White,US,"This is an attempt to make an Italian-style Pinot Grigio out of Willamette Valley fruit. That's a bit of a challenge, because the wines of Italy are ripened at different levels and show a wholly different range of flavors. Here you will find a mix of austere, citric fruit with a dash of lemon rind in the finish.",,17,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ca'Bella 2004 Pinot Grigio (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabella-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-willamette-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ca'Bella
12,White,Italy,"Similar in taste and philosophy to Zonin's Monte Campo brand, this wine offers notes of dried lavender, lemongrass and apple peel. Clean, simple, mainstream. Imported by Zonin USA.",Terre Palladiane,8,85,,Delle Venezie,,Zonin 2004 Terre Palladiane Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2004-terre-palladiane-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Zonin
13.5,Red,Spain,"Raw and barky on the bouquet, with bits of green and leather mixed in. Tastes of cherry and plum, with serious tannins making for a grabby mouthfeel. Finishes with ample vanilla and toast. Imported by Haro Imports.",Crianza,12,85,Central Spain,Ribera del Guadiana,,Viña Canchal 2002 Crianza Tempranillo (Ribera del Guadiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-canchal-2002-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-guadiana/,Tempranillo,2002,Viña Canchal
13,White,US,"Understated but fresh and easy. Nothing complicated, but presents clean melon and pear notes. Finishes light and largely dry.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi
,White,US,"This will tickle your Chardonnay tastebuds. It's a rich, creamy, oaky wine, with flamboyant pineapple custard, tangerine, tapioca and spicy flavors that swirl into a long finish.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Hess Select 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Hess Select
12.5,White,Italy,"A nutty, but not intense wine, with peach, pear and mineral notes on what is a simple but clean nose. The mouthfeel is lean, with well-integrated acidity over a medium finish. Imported by Villa Italia.",,10,85,,Venezia Giulia,,Pierpaolo Pecorari 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierpaolo-pecorari-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Pierpaolo Pecorari
14,Red,Australia,"A straightforward sort of wine: red berry, plum, oak on nose and palate, dressed up with some earthy aromas. Alcohol shows on the nose; finishes crisp, with a blast of tangy oak. 15,000 cases produced. Imported by The Hess Collection.",Clancy's,16,85,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2003 Clancy's Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2003-clancys-red-barossa/,Red Blend,2003,Peter Lehmann
13,White,US,"Fresh, round and balanced, with simple peach and citrus flavors. Crisp and lean, with lasting notes of peach and nectarine. Wet and easy, made for simple quaffing.",,15,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Benton-Lane 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Benton-Lane
,White,US,"There is a strong herbal component, almost garlicky, in the back of the throat that doesn't set right. Apart from that, it's standard fruit, rather light, and a simple finish.",,16,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Torii Mor
13.5,White,Italy,"A wine with a strong personality. On the upside is its crisp finish that is lively, long and persistent. On the downside is the wine's nose, which is reminiscent of multivitamin tablets or chalk dust and won't appeal to everyone. Imported by AIMC–Prince of Wines.",,17,85,,Collio,,Ronco Blanchis 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-blanchis-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ronco Blanchis
,White,US,"A touch sharp, with canned fruit on the nose along with pear and creamsicle. Melon, pear and lime form a standard palate, although the finish is a bit acidic and stark. Zesty for sure; not that deep or intensely flavored.",,15,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,King Estate
,White,US,"This is one of those Sauvignon Blancs that comes down firmly on the super-dry, grassy, tart side, relieved by lemon and lime fruit. Try this clean, zesty wine with a salad of wilted greens with goat cheese and figs, tossed in a little EVOO and a splash of balsamic.",Vintner's Reserve,10,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit jumpy and sharp. The nose is woody and lively while the palate is accurate in terms of the region but rather forceful with its plum, black cherry and vanilla flavors. Flush and acidic on the finish, with a snappy impression. Unsettled. Imported by CIV/USA.",Crianza,28,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Arnáiz 2001 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-arnaiz-2001-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2001,Viña Arnáiz
,Red,US,"A good wine, filled with cherry, coffee and oak flavors, with light, silky tannins. But acidity, that most vital component of California Pinot Noir, is lacking.",,50,85,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2003 Pinot Noir (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2003-pinot-noir-napa-spring-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2003,Spring Mountain Vineyard
12,White,Italy,"Shares the peach, pear and pineapple characteristics of Grigios from northern Italy. Although the aromas are pretty, the flavors lack a bit of intensity. Still, it features lingering spice on the finish. Imported by Wine Wave.",,6,85,Central Italy,Lazio,,Prima Terra 2004 Pinot Grigio (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prima-terra-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-lazio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Prima Terra
,White,US,"Ripe in peach, pear and apple flavors, with a rich earthiness backed up by firm acids. The finish is dry and creamy.",Private Reserve Blue Ash Road,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2004 Private Reserve Blue Ash Road Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2004-private-reserve-blue-ash-road-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Parkers Estate
11.5,White,Germany,"As a basic Riesling from the Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, this carries it off better than some, conveying steely, slatey notes suggestive of its origins alongside apple and lime flavors. Off-dry, balanced by mouthwatering acids. Imported by Cellars International, Inc.",Butterfly,17,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Zilliken 2004 Butterfly Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zilliken-2004-butterfly-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Zilliken
,White,US,"All the bells and whistles have been applied to this elaborately crafted wine. There's lots of oak, and the mouthfeel is smooth and creamy, offset by crisp acids. There could be more fruit intensity, though.",Reserve,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2003-reserve-chardonnay-sierra-foothills/,Chardonnay,2003,Ironstone
,Red,US,"This wine confirms my observation that Hendry's Pinots, however well made, do not meet today's expectations. It's dry and herbal, but devoid of aging potential.",Blocks 4 & 5,30,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2003 Blocks 4 & 5 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2003-blocks-4-5-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Hendry
11.5,White,Germany,"Aromas of lime sherbet, pear and quince are slightly dampened by hints of sulfur and lees, but this should be only transitory. It is light in body, with flavors of green apple and lime that end on a racy note, if a little short. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Classic,17,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2004 Classic Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2004-classic-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
12.5,White,Italy,"Lightweight and casual, with white flower, flinty tones, lime and stone fruit. Crisp and refreshing, with a sour note on the finish. Imported by Wine Wave.",,8,85,Central Italy,Lazio,,Donna Cristina 2004 Pinot Grigio (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-cristina-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-lazio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Donna Cristina
13.5,White,France,"A little green and hard, with persistent aromas of petrol, underripe apple and mineral. Opens up some on the palate, where melon, pear and citrus flavors hold court. Finishes with tinny, metallic notes, yet still refreshes. Imported by Atlanta Improvement Co.",Grand Cru Marckrain,30,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Barth René 2002 Grand Cru Marckrain Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barth-rene-2002-grand-cru-marckrain-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Barth René
13.5,White,Italy,"This producer's star slugger boasts vanilla, toast, banana and fresh sawdust. Despite being a tad monothematic and too focused on wood, the nose is attractive. It's too bad the wine is not more structured or concentrated in the mouth. Imported by Martin Scott Wines.",Sanct Valentin,22,86,,Alto Adige,,St. Michael-Eppan 2003 Sanct Valentin Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-michael-eppan-2003-sanct-valentin-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2003,St. Michael-Eppan
13,White,Italy,"A pretty, fruit-forward PG with plenty of Caribbean flavors backed by peach, floral and lychee overtones. There's a trace of bitterness in the mouth but otherwise it goes down smoothly. Imported by Panebianco.",,19,86,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Beltrame 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-beltrame-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tenuta Beltrame
12,White,Italy,"This appealing Pinot Grigio from Central Italy conveys heavier aromas like warm honey, loads of ripe melon and summer flowers. Soft and creamy in the mouth. Imported by Paterno Imports, Ltd.",,17,86,Central Italy,Umbria,,Lungarotti 2004 Pinot Grigio (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-umbria/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Lungarotti
,White,US,"This is a richer, oakier style of PG. It aims, not for vibrancy and freshness, but subtlety and complexity. A bit low in acids, it's long in cinnamon-sprinkled yellow peach and apricot flavors, with oak and vanilla seasoning.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa County,Luna 2004 Pinot Grigio (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-county/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Luna
15,Red,Australia,"A wine that feels warm in alcohol but cool in flavor, with minty, cedary notes and sour plums giving a crisp, narrow impression. Aromas are pretty—like blackberry and bramble—but the wine tastes somewhat sour and lean. Imported by Xanadu Normans Wine Group.",Old Vine,15,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Normans 2003 Old Vine Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/normans-2003-old-vine-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2003,Normans
12,White,Italy,"Zesty lemon rind, nectarine, peach and pear scents drift off this golden-hued Grigio. Sticky and a tad sweet in the mouth but with a spicy aftertaste and good mouthfeel. Imported by Scoperta Importing Co. Inc.",,8,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Montemaro 2004 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montemaro-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Montemaro
12.5,White,US,"Clean and inviting, with some citrus on the nose. Apple, lime and melon flavors are just rich and sweet enough to justify the reserve designation. Satisfying, with good balance.",Reserve,14,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cooper Mountain 2004 Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-mountain-2004-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Cooper Mountain
12,White,Italy,"A little out of the ordinary with spicy, smoked-meat aromas mixed with baked pear and melon. Shows a strong almondy note to the palate, which rides alongside melon and peach. Crisp and citrusy on the finish.",,10,86,,Venezie,,Casa di Rocco 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rocco-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Casa di Rocco
,White,US,"A mostly dry wine, with high Santa Rita acidity that frames complex flavors of green apples, white peaches, figs, sweet tobacco and crushed, baked Asian spices. The finish is sweeter than I'd prefer, though.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2004 Pinot Grigio (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Carr
12,White,Italy,"Very floral, with kiwi, exotic fruit, chamomile and dried rose petal aromas, this is a delicate and elegant wine. It's also an easy-to-drink wine that is somewhat neutral in the mouth. Imported by Conexport.",,14,86,,Friuli Grave,,Banear 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banear-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Banear
12.5,White,Italy,"There's a touch of something earthy, like straw or dried herbs, that underscores the overall dryness of this wine. In the mouth, there's a touch of sudden sourness with exotic fruit on the finish. Imported by Tres Import LTD.",,16,86,Veneto,Lison-Pramaggiore,,Bosco del Merlo 2004 Pinot Grigio (Lison-Pramaggiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-merlo-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-lison-pramaggiore/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bosco del Merlo
12.5,White,Germany,"Clean, with pear, cucumber and a touch of diesel on the nose. Slightly candied but largely pleasant, with citrus and apple. Finishes with enough zest to make the grade. Lasting notes of grapefruit and lemon-lime are tasty. Imported by Monsieur Henri Wine Co.",,8,86,Rheinhessen,,,Black Tower 2004 Pinot Grigio (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-tower-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-rheinhessen/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Black Tower
,White,US,"This elegant wine invites with aromas of lemons, limes, apricots and milk-cream, and even an exotic green banana scent. In the mouth, it turns dry and delicate, with fruity flavors and bright acidity.",Maestro Collection,17,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2004 Maestro Collection Pinot Gris (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2004-maestro-collection-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Gris,2004,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"Many inexpensive Cabs smell this inviting, but then fall apart in the mouth. This one holds together. It's explosive in cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors, yet dry and balanced and long on the finish.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ironstone
,White,France,"A full-bodied, dry style, which emphasizes spice rather than richness. This is a good apéritif wine, with a touch of acidity. No need to age this wine, drink now. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Tradition,22,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2003 Tradition Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2003-tradition-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2003,Kuentz-Bas
13,White,Italy,There are Golden Delicious apple and almond flavors that fill the mouth nicely and have some acidity at the end. Imported by Jao Wine Import.,,,86,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Drius 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drius-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Drius
,White,France,"Attractive white fruits and spice dominate the aromas of this fresh, soft, clean wine. There is a considerable amount of residual sugar to go with the spice and the tropical fruits. Acidity is less evident, but there is a firmness that holds the wine together. Imported by Cellar Door Selections.",,15,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2004 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Willm
12.5,White,Italy,"Correct and attractive with fragrant honey, almond skin, pine nut and dandelion. Coats the mouth evenly but appears a trifle heavy in the mouth. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",L'Aristocratico,16,86,,Trentino,,Ca' Montini 2004 L'Aristocratico Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-montini-2004-laristocratico-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ca' Montini
,White,Austria,"Pure fruit, layers of pepper, and dry, concentrated flavors mark this wine. Fresh, clean and finely crafted, with fine acidity. Very drinkable. Imported by Prescott Wines.",,15,86,Burgenland,,,Meinklang 2004 Pinot Gris (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meinklang-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-burgenland/,Pinot Gris,2004,Meinklang
,White,France,"A soft wine with toasted bread flavors, but more yellow fruit. It is somewhat unfocused, but has good ripe flavors. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Clos de Récollets,95,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2002 Clos de Récollets Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2002-clos-de-recollets-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Lucien Albrecht
13.5,White,Italy,"Six months of oak aging have imparted a dense and creamy consistency. The only element out of place is the nose, which delivers a blast of multivitamins that might not appeal to everyone. Imported by Panebianco.",Sot Lis Rivis,22,86,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Ronco del Gelso 2004 Sot Lis Rivis Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-gelso-2004-sot-lis-rivis-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ronco del Gelso
14,White,Italy,"Loads of honey, peach and melon shape a softer, rounder Pinot Grigio that is not big in the mouth but is well-made all around (partially aged in oak casks). Imported by Martin Scott Wines.",Anger,14,86,,Alto Adige,,St. Michael-Eppan 2004 Anger Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-michael-eppan-2004-anger-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,St. Michael-Eppan
,White,US,"Light and zesty, showing hints of lemon and lime, along with sharp, tart grapefruit. It's clean and straightforward.",,9,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2004 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2004,Chateau Ste. Michelle
8.5,White,Germany,"Juicy and crisp, like a nicely ripened apple or still-hard pear, this medium-bodied spätlese lacks the complexity to push its rating higher, but it's still a well-balanced, easy-to-drink wine. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese,22,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Wagner 2004 Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-wagner-2004-ockfener-bockstein-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Wagner
13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine has black cherry and cassis aromas that briefly go the way of tomato, then fade into a pretty, white-peppery note. On the palate, cool, black cherry fruit is juicy and couched in textured tannins. 100,000 cases produced. Imported by De Bortoli Wines USA Inc.",Willowglen,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2004 Willowglen Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2004-willowglen-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,De Bortoli
13.5,White,Italy,"This pinkish-colored wine boasts toasted almond, exotic spice and eucalyptus oil. On the palate, the wine is viscous and spicy, with mustard-green flavors. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Filadonna,14,86,Veneto,Valdadige,,Girlan 2004 Filadonna Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girlan-2004-filadonna-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Girlan
12,White,Italy,"An intriguing nose features cola, lemon rind, tangerine and a touch of rubber without being unattractive. But the wine does not deliver as successfully in the mouth. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Geretto 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geretto-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Geretto
,White,US,"Next to the ripe, juicy 2003, the new vintage of Firesteed seems a bit less endowed. Fruit flavors suggest melon and Asian pear, followed by a light note of cinnamon spice.",,14,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Firesteed 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firesteed-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Firesteed
13,White,Italy,"A notch below this producer's Collio version in terms of aromatic intensity, with green notes replacing nutty ones. Clean minerality is delivered on the back of dried grass or basil. Imported by VinUS Inc.",,15,86,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Casa Zuliani 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-zuliani-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Casa Zuliani
12,White,Italy,"Green apple, hay, minerals and some peach flavors with a hint of dried basil or sage make this a good value for wine. Tart, acidic and persistent on the finish. Imported by Zonin USA.",,10,86,,Friuli Aquileia,,Zonin 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Zonin
14,White,Italy,"Fairly full and beefy, with apple, banana, papaya and other tropical flavors. More soft than firm, with golden apple and cinnamon nuances. Shows ample intensity, with the slightest hint of coconut. Imported by Polaner Selections.",,22,86,,Collio,,Tercic 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercic-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tercic
,White,US,"Super-fruity in peaches, citrus and apricots, with a creamy mouthfeel and brisk acidity, this is a fun wine with some real complexity. It's technically dry, but rich in fruity ripeness.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Taz 2004 Pinot Gris (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Gris,2004,Taz
14,White,New Zealand,"Pinot Gris isn't often explosively aromatic, and this example is no exception, offering little more than modest melon and apple scents. Where the wine excels is in the mouth, marrying rich palate weight with density and a citrusy-chalky finish. A bit sweet, at 1.2% residual sugar. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",,17,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2005 Pinot Gris (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-nelson/,Pinot Gris,2005,Seifried
12.5,White,Italy,"A nice dose of floral, chamomile and peach notes with lemon rind and citrus zest on the finish. A food-friendly wine. Imported by Vin Divino.",,14,86,,Alto Adige,,Peter Zemmer 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-zemmer-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Peter Zemmer
,White,US,"Columbia was the first to produce Pinot Gris in Washington, and this creamy, round and flavorful wine mixes green apples, pears and a hint of cantaloupe. The only failing is a lack of length on the finish.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2004 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2004,Columbia Winery
12.5,White,Italy,"Wines from the Alto Adige region, where mountains lock in cool temperatures, promise rich aromatics and crisp acidity. Thanks to malolactic fermentation, this wine also has rich layers of apple, pineapple and silkiness. It's sweet and light in the mouth and carries a bitter note at the end. Imported by Pelloneda.",,,86,,Alto Adige,,Josef Niedermayr 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-niedermayr-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Josef Niedermayr
14.5,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz's black-pepper accent is its best feature; on the nose, it's joined by meaty notes. On the palate, it's taken over by a smooth, woody overlay and sour plums. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,16,86,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Greg Norman Estates 2003 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,2003,Greg Norman Estates
7.5,White,Germany,"A disappointment from this producer, or maybe the wine is just in a closed phase. Poached apple and citrus aromas are light and balanced, picking up orange, tangerine and lime notes on the crisp finish. Right now, it's a bit simple and short. Imported by Wein-Bauer, Inc.",Erdener Treppchen Auslese **,45,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Markus Molitor 2003 Erdener Treppchen Auslese ** Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2003-erdener-treppchen-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2003,Markus Molitor
,White,US,"Soft, light flavors of fresh pear and green apple. Some nice skin flavors add a bit of punch to the finish.",,14,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bandon 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandon-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Bandon
,White,US,"Combines basic Sauvignon ""savage"" character of wild green grasses, hay and melon with richer fig and tropical fruit flavors, in a creamy texture. The result is a fine, somewhat complex wine, with high acidity.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Baccharis 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baccharis-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Baccharis
12.5,White,Italy,"Loaded with yellow fruit, dried herbs, almonds and honey. But 2003 was a scorching hot vintage and you can detect a hint of jamminess buried beneath the surface. Imported by Kobrand.",Reserve Selection,13,86,,Friuli Grave,,Bollini 2003 Reserve Selection Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-2003-reserve-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Bollini
13.8,Red,Spain,"Fairly classic in style, with hard spice, leather and dark fruit on the nose. A bit tough and chewy. The palate features raspberry and cola flavors, and the finish is long, if a bit racy and tannic. Imported by Vintage Wines Inc.",Peñamonte,10,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Torreduero 2002 Peñamonte  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-torreduero-2002-penamonte-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2002,Bodegas Torreduero
12,White,Italy,Big minerality makes for an extremely food-friendly wine with candy-like lemon-lime powder and mouth-puckering tartness. Imported by Vias Imports.,Winemaker's Selection,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Canaletto 2004 Winemaker's Selection Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-2004-winemakers-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Canaletto
12,White,Italy,"Loads of honey-related aromas jive well with a green element that resembles cloverleaf. Some soda pop and candy-like sweetness emerges, balanced by a relatively lean body. Imported by Drinks Americas.",,9,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Palazzi 2004 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzi-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Palazzi
12,White,Italy,"This Grigio boasts fragrant summer flower tones in the foreground and fruity ones at the back. The mouthfeel is lean, making this a good candidate to enjoy with pesto-based dishes. Imported by Tres Import LTD.",,14,86,,Delle Venezie,,Paladin 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paladin-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Paladin
,White,France,"Rich and warm, this is a balanced wine. There is a touch of sweetness, but the main focus is dry spices and yellow fruits. A hint of crispness at the end leaves a clean aftertaste. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Côte de Rouffach,30,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2004 Côte de Rouffach Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2004-cote-rouffach-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Rieflé
12,White,Germany,"Smells lovely, sending images of cinnamon-dusted baked apples strengthened by a minerally backbone through my mind. Yet if it's not fully dry, then it's close, a jolt of dissonance from what's expected. Ends on a note of underripe melon. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",HC Riesling QbA,21,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Clusserath-Weiler 2004 HC Riesling QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clusserath-weiler-2004-hc-riesling-qba-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Clusserath-Weiler
,White,US,"Bone dry and crisp, with fairly intense grapefruit and lime flavors, it's a nice sipper that shows some real complexity in the balanced and long finish.",,7,86,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Delicato
12.5,White,Italy,"An uncomplicated and easy wine with lemon candy drops, pineapple, lemongrass and a generally crisp and clean nose. There's a fat feeling in the mouth. Imported by Zonin USA.",,11,86,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Cà Bolani 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tenuta Cà Bolani
,Red,US,"Fairly tannic and very dry at the moment, with a cut of acidity, this Zin may reveal more in a few years. The deeply fruity flavors of blackberry preserves are tucked down inside a blanket of astringency. Try after 2006.",,25,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Robert Rue Vineyard 2003 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-rue-vineyard-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Robert Rue Vineyard
12,Rose,Italy,"Copper-pink in color, with a light, floral bouquet. Yes, it's a bit sweet in a White Zin way, but it holds its form and balance courtesy of berry fruit, nectarine flavors and firm acidity. Lasting on the finish; stands out from the crowd. Imported by Vintwood International Ltd.",Pink,11,86,Veneto,Veneto,,San Giuseppe 2004 Pink Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2004-pink-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,San Giuseppe
13.5,Red,Australia,"Both the nose and palate deliver bouncy red plum and cherry fruit. It's an easy-drinking, weekday-night wine, and a good introductory GSM. 45% Grenache, 35% Shiraz, 20% Mourvèdre. Imported by Winery Exchange.",The Contortionist,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Sideshow 2004 The Contortionist Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sideshow-2004-contortionist-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2004,Sideshow
,Dessert,France,"There is a hint of the maturity of a great botrytis wine, but it is lost in the old, toasty acidity. Three years ago, this would have been a great, but delicate wine. Imported by Martine's Wines.",Sélection de Grains Nobles,52,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 1997 Sélection de Grains Nobles Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-1997-selection-grains-nobles-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Leon Beyer
12.5,White,Italy,"Floral, with a strong shot of pineapple up front. Apple, nectarine and pear comprise a solid, fruity palate. On the spot in terms of feel, with a grippy finish that offers both citrus and honey.",Altanuta,17,86,,Alto Adige,,Josef Brigl 2004 Altanuta Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-brigl-2004-altanuta-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Josef Brigl
10,White,Germany,"Raimond Prüm's 2004 Essence is better than his successful 2003. It's a big, forceful mouthful of Riesling, filled with ripe apple and pear flavors that ends on a harmonious off-dry note of citrus. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Essence,10,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2004 Essence Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2004-essence-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,S.A. Prüm
,Red,US,"Lush in texture and well-oaked, with Merlot's soft, luxurious mouthfeel, this wine has had the best uprbringing imaginable, to judge by the pedigree. There are some beautiful cherry flavors. However, the score is compromised by a sharpness that will not age out.",Las Amigas Vineyard,40,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Provenance Vineyards 2002 Las Amigas Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2002-las-amigas-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2002,Provenance Vineyards
14.7,White,US,"Textured and full, with a touch of pickle, asparagus and nuttiness on the nose. Rather full-bodied, with apple, almond and citrus on a palate that nudges the boundary of cloying but backs off at the last minute.",Reserve,21,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2004 Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2004-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Torii Mor
13.5,White,Australia,"Has pretty floral aromas that go the way of honeysuckle and ripe pear flavors on the palate. It's a little light, but it's still a good, enjoyable everyday wine, just right for lunch on the patio. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",Noolook,16,86,South Australia,Mount Benson,,Norfolk Rise 2005 Noolook Pinot Gris (Mount Benson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norfolk-rise-2005-noolook-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mount-benson/,Pinot Gris,2005,Norfolk Rise
,Red,US,"From one of the coldest grape-growing regions in California comes this extremely dry, tart Pinot. There's a green tomato and rhubarb edge to the cherry flavors.",Devil's Gulch Vineyard,48,86,California,North Coast,Marin County,Dutton-Goldfield 2003 Devil's Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2003-devils-gulch-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Dutton-Goldfield
,White,France,"A firm, dry Pinot Gris with dense fruit and acidity. This is an easy wine, with an almost toasty layer, and flavors of white berries. Crisp.",Cuvée Louis Klipfel,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Eugène Klipfel 2004 Cuvée Louis Klipfel Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugene-klipfel-2004-cuvee-louis-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2004,Eugène Klipfel
14,White,Italy,"The high 14% alcohol seems well integrated. Pear, Golden Delicious apple, honeysuckle, floral notes and some soda pop elements emerge on the nose. It is thick and viscous in the mouth with tangy spice on the finish. Imported by Enotec Imports, Inc.",Söll,28,86,,Alto Adige,,Caldaro 2004 Söll Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caldaro-2004-soll-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Caldaro
,White,US,"A different style, that shows a strong streak of lime flavored fruit. Tart, clean and refreshing, but marching to its own drummer, it's like a wine version of a gin and tonic.",,14,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2003 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2003,Brandborg
,White,Chile,"Loaded with fruit, this grassy, grapefruity version of Sauvignon Blanc has plenty of spine and brightness, without ever getting overly acidic. A blend of four clones that's made entirely in stainless steel.",Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Yelcho 2005 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yelcho-2005-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Yelcho
,White,Austria,"A soft, dusty flavored sweet wine, which has attractive currant fruit and a touch of citrus. It needs a couple of years to develop and bring together all its character. Imported by Vignaioli.",Beerenauslese,27,87,Thermenregion,,,Gebeshuber 2001 Beerenauslese Pinot Gris (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spaetrot-gebeshuber-2001-beerenauslese-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-thermenregion/,Pinot Gris,2001,Gebeshuber
,Red,Chile,"Slightly dusty on the nose, with some floral notes alongside plum fruit. Shows decent richness on the palate, ending on a note of tangy fruit backed by chocolate and coffee.",Gran Reserva,19,87,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2003 Gran Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2003-gran-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2003,Ventisquero
,White,Austria,"This clean, very pure, fruity wine is typical of the Tschermonegg style. With its acidity, dryness and delicious green fruit flavors, this may not be typical Pinot Gris, but the pepper and spice in the background give it away. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Grauburgunder,15,87,Südsteiermark,,,Tschermonegg 2004 Grauburgunder Pinot Gris (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tschermonegg-2004-grauburgunder-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sudsteiermark/,Pinot Gris,2004,Tschermonegg
14,Red,Australia,"This is an easy-drinking Shiraz, with plums, blackberries and oak at the fore. As good for red-sauced pastas as it is for red meats. Medium in weight; drink now and over the next two years. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",,21,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 2002 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2002,Tapestry
12.5,White,Italy,"From the mountainous Alto Adige region, this Grigio is rich with peach, melon, honey, and apple flavors. Not huge in the mouth, but enjoyable, with just the right touch of acidity. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",,12,87,,Alto Adige,,Tolloy 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolloy-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tolloy
12,White,Italy,"Ripe and smooth, with a lot of melon on the nose. Easygoing yet not paunchy, with honey, melon, pear and banana making for a full but likable flavor mix. Dry, long and melony on the finish, with some chalky minerality. Fills the mouth well.",La Colombaia,13,87,Veneto,Valdadige,,Montresor 2004 La Colombaia Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2004-colombaia-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Montresor
13.5,White,Italy,"Better than this producer's Valdadige Pinot Grigio thanks to its delineated crispness, fruitiness and green apple flavors. A straight shooter that's fresh and citrusy in the mouth. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Filadonna,15,87,,Alto Adige,,Girlan 2004 Filadonna Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girlan-2004-filadonna-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Girlan
13,White,Italy,"The candied fruit, lemon zest, orange blossom and mineral notes make this wine stand out. It has a rounded, soft body with well-integrated crispness. Imported by Martin Scott Wines.",,10,87,,Friuli Grave,,Di Lenardo 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenardo-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Di Lenardo
,White,US,"There's a lot of acidity in this wine. It approaches sourness, and is absolutely bone dry, with a rich, ripe core of peach fruit and a long, deep finish. All the elements are there for cellaring for the better part of a decade.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2004 Pinot Blanc (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2004-pinot-blanc-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Chalone Vineyard
13,White,Italy,"A clear-cut crowd pleaser, with dried grass and green olive notes backed by fresh white peach. Twenty percent sees two months of barrel aging and although you don't taste the wood, it does render a tighter, more compact structure in the mouth. Imported by F+F Wines International.",Ritratti,15,87,,Trentino,,La Vis 2004 Ritratti Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2004-ritratti-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2004,La Vis
13.5,White,Italy,"Hold tight for a blast of peach, honeysuckle and acacia. Fresh and compact in the mouth with both tartness and sweetness on the finish. Imported by Siema LLC.",,24,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Borgo San Daniele 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-san-daniele-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Borgo San Daniele
12.5,Red,Spain,"An old-school offering with earth, light wood, stewed fruit and tomato on the bouquet. Like a throwback to the days of yore, this wine emphasizes dried cherry, plum tomatoes and leather, all framed by tight tannins and lots of acidity. Not a lot of flesh on the bones, but will stand the test of time.",Reserva Viña Albina,20,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Riojanas 1999 Reserva Viña Albina  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-riojanas-1999-reserva-vina-albina-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Bodegas Riojanas
12.5,White,Italy,Opens with peach and pineapple but has a dab of nuttiness that helps complete a rich and interesting nose. It is crisp and simple in the mouth and would make a good match to curry chicken or light pasta dishes. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.,Velante,12,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Bertani 2004 Velante Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2004-velante-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bertani
,White,US,"Beautiful acidity, a slight dusting of tannins, perfect dryness, modest alcohol and penetrating, ripe citrus and fig flavors add up to a lovely sipper, at a terrific price.",,12,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Balletto 2004 Pinot Grigio (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balletto-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Balletto
12.5,White,Italy,Mineral and candy-like notes create an ensemble that recalls a lime margarita. Nice mouthfeel with a tangy sour point at the back. Imported by Winebow.,,10,87,,Delle Venezie,,Kris 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kris-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Kris
,Rose,France,"A curiosity, perhaps, but this Pinot Gris rosé is a fresh, crisp, fruity wine that is delicious and bone dry. From the Reuilly appellation in the Loire, the wine has great acidity, flavors of red currants, and a pale onion-skin color. Imported by Eagle Eye Imports.",Les Rouesses,19,87,Loire Valley,Reuilly,,Joseph Mellot 2004 Les Rouesses Pinot Gris (Reuilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2004-rouesses-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-reuilly/,Pinot Gris,2004,Joseph Mellot
,Red,US,"After years of 90-plus scores for Block 7 Zin, this wine doesn't rise to the occasion. It's a good wine, with pleasant cherry flavors and rich, dusty tannins, but lacks that extra edge of intensity to merit an excellent score.",Block 7,29,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2003 Block 7 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2003-block-7-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Hendry
12.5,White,Italy,"Banana, pineapple, sweet melon, peach and even a pinch of basil leaf make a tight package of pleasing aromas. The wine performs well in the mouth, where tangy crispness arrives on a medium-length finish. Imported by Chambers & Chambers.",Le Marsure,13,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Teresa Raiz 2004 Le Marsure Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2004-le-marsure-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Teresa Raiz
14,White,New Zealand,"This plump, corpulent Gris is richly textured, adding another favorable element to its flavors of melon, apple and citrus. Finishes with hints of peppery spice. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,23,87,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2005 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2005,Spy Valley
,White,France,"Very dry, this is the perfect food wine, a partner for fish or salads. It has green fruits, soft, easy flavors, structured with acidity and toasty spices. A straightforward, finely made wine. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Réserve,20,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 2002 Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-2002-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Trimbach
,White,US,"Right off the bat, Alsace is the model. The wine is dry and very crisp in tingly acids, and made even more tingly by a wealth of rich, dusty oriental spices. Flavorwise, it's all about nectarines, candied ginger, wildflowers and kiwi in this well-crafted wine.",,17,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Thomas Fogarty 2004 Gewürztraminer (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2004-gewurztraminer-central-coast-monterey/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Thomas Fogarty
,Red,US,"What a deliciously drinkable Pinot, with flavors of cherry tart, cola, rhubarb pie, coffee and spices, boosted by crisp acids. It's a silky, light-bodied sipper.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2002 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2002-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2002,Thomas Fogarty
12.5,White,Italy,"An intensely fragrant and perfumy wine with fresh flowers, honey and apple from the Sortesele vineyard along the Adige River. Sweet and endearing with prominent acidity. Drink within the next two years. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Sortesele,12,87,,Delle Venezie,,Santi 2004 Sortesele Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2004-sortesele-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Santi
13,White,Italy,"There's plenty of snap and pop on this peach and melon-infused Pinot Grigio. The snap comes from finely chiseled aromas of cinnamon and orange zest. The flavor profile is good in the mouth, too, where the wine coats evenly and shows balanced acidity. Imported by Distinctive Wines & Spirits.",Castel Ringberg,18,87,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2004 Castel Ringberg Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2004-castel-ringberg-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Elena Walch
,White,US,"Someday I'll figure out why anyone in California makes Chenin Blanc, but having said that, Chalone's is one of the best. Dry and high in acids, almost sour, it has ripe flavors of tree fruits, with the weight of a fine Chardonnay. It's a very well made wine.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2004 Chenin Blanc (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2004-chenin-blanc-central-coast-chalone/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Chalone Vineyard
13.8,White,Italy,"Of the two Pinot Grigios submitted by this producer, the Collio version was silkier, soother and generally more satisfying. The nose opens with butterscotch, almonds and ripe melon. Thick and fulfilling, with a zesty finish that leaves a long-lasting, tingling sensation. Imported by VinUS Inc.",,18,87,,Collio,,Casa Zuliani 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-zuliani-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Casa Zuliani
,White,US,"This has a flavor of fresh cut Bartlett pear that is almost beyond belief; it's like pear juice without the conversion to wine. It leads into a very floral, fruity and exceedingly soft finish, with a hint of honey.",,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,The Four Graces 2003 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-graces-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2003,The Four Graces
,White,US,"Bone dry and grapefruity, with high acids, this is a rather austere wine, or maybe “delicate” is a better word. It doesn't clobber you over the head with opulence, but strives, successfully, for elegance and finesse.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terlato 2004 Pinot Grigio (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Terlato
12.5,White,Italy,"Textbook Grigio with pretty, clean aromas of pear, yellow rose and vanilla bean. But it is the intensity and clarity of each smell that makes this wine stand apart. Imported by BHF Import and Export.",,12,87,,Delle Venezie,,Astoria 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Astoria
13,White,Italy,Elvidio Alessandri's 2004 Grigio has melon and poached pear over a nicely structured body. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.,La Castelletta,17,87,Central Italy,Marche,,Boccadigabbia 2004 La Castelletta Pinot Grigio (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boccadigabbia-2004-castelletta-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-marche/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Boccadigabbia
,Red,US,"This wine is like a good Zinfandel with the texture and body of a Pinot. By that, I mean it has a feral quality, with a peppery, leathery edge to the wild berry fruit, but it also has Pinot's silky texture.",Floodgate Vineyard,28,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Baccharis 2002 Floodgate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baccharis-2002-floodgate-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Baccharis
13,White,Italy,"This is a gorgeous wine that sees both steel and French barrique. Delivers candied chestnuts, banana nut bread and lavender-infused honey. Although this pinkish Pinot Grigio is soft and creamy in the mouth, the alcohol is notable. Imported by Folio.",,19,87,,Collio,,Tenuta Conti Attems 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-conti-attems-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Tenuta Conti Attems
,White,US,"Pink grapefruit and peach flavors dominate, with creamy, leesy textures and a clean, lime-infused snap to the finish.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Whidbey Island Winery 2003 Pinot Grigio (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Whidbey Island Winery
,White,New Zealand,"Smells attractively fruity, like ripe peaches and melons. This medium-bodied Pinot Gris is broad and fat in the mouth, then turns dry and zippy on the finish. Imported by Total Beverage Solution.",Distinction,15,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Kemblefield 2005 Distinction Pinot Gris (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kemblefield-2005-distinction-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Gris,2005,Kemblefield
8,White,Germany,"Lithe, with delicate tendrils of apple, nectarine and melon flavors that deftly infiltrate the palate. Sweetness is nicely balanced by acidity, but the flavors fall off a little quickly on the finish. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese,19,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Karl Erbes 2004 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-erbes-2004-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Karl Erbes
13,White,Italy,"It's hard to imagine a wine more floral than this. Florist shop aromas include roses and lilies but leave room for peach and pear, too. Spicy and tart in the mouth. Imported by Conexport.",,14,87,,Friuli Grave,,I Casali Selection 2004 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-casali-selection-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,I Casali Selection
,White,US,"There's a tart earthiness to this Chard that distinguishes it from fruitier bottlings. The flavors bring to mind cured tobacco, sweet dried herbs and apricots.",,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2003 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2003-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Grgich Hills
,White,France,"A deliciously pure, dry Pinot Gris that has layers of spice over dry toast and fresh, crisp acidity. This is a perfect food wine, packing green fruits and freshness together in a fine balance. Imported by Martine's Wines.",,24,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2004 Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2004,Leon Beyer
,White,US,"Light and fresh, tart and marked with spice and mixed citrus fruits. A style well-suited for shellfish or poultry, and more reminiscent of Italian Pinot Grigios than many Oregon bottlings.",,11,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Oak Knoll
12,White,South Africa,"Modest pear and pineapple aromas are alluring and fresh. The palate is crisp, defined by lime and orange. It's just jumpy and jagged enough to rise above the masses; fruity and medium-bodied. Imported by Distell USA Inc.",,,87,Stellenbosch,,,Flat Roof Manor 2004 Pinot Grigio (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flat-roof-manor-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-stellenbosch/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Flat Roof Manor
13.5,White,Italy,There's a smoky characteristic to this Grigio that wraps around the fruit aromas. A nicely made wine with elegance; would partner well with smoked salmon appetizers. Imported by T. Edward Wines Ltd.,,15,87,,Alto Adige,,Caldaro 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caldaro-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Caldaro
12,White,Italy,A wine that delivers everything expected from good Grigio: fresh fruit aromas such as peach with crisper mineral notes. This wine has a delicate nose with loads of white field flowers and a light touch in the mouth. Imported by Scoperta Importing Co. Inc.,,8,87,,Delle Venezie,,Avanti 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avanti-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Avanti
,Red,US,"This is an old-fashioned Petite Sirah, the kind that will live for decades. It's dark and very dry, with bigtime tannins, full-bodied alcohol and lots of dark stone fruit, leather and cured tobacco flavors. Drink now through 2020.",,23,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Baccharis 2002 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baccharis-2002-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2002,Baccharis
14.5,Red,Australia,"A juicy, medium-bodied, focused blend of Merlot (70%) and Shiraz (30%). Shows notes of fresh whipping cream and blackberry on the nose, and red plum, mocha and coffee flavors, the latter persisting through the finish. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,14,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Bush Bike 2003 Merlot-Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bush-bike-2003-red-blend-merlot-shiraz-western/,Merlot-Shiraz,2003,Bush Bike
,White,US,"Big fruit, fleshy and round, dotted with apple-pie spices. It's reasonably soft, a gentle, warm and fuzzy lapdog of a wine, that finishes with noticeable heat.",,14,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Carabella 2003 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2003-pinot-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2003,Carabella
14.5,Red,Spain,"Broad, with slightly leafy, sweet aromas that are solid but not quite convincing. Lactic and full in the mouth, with toffee, vanilla and chocolate mixing with tannins and firm fruit. Maple and mocha carry the sweet finish. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",El Albar Barricas,20,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,J. & F. Lurton 2002 El Albar Barricas  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2002-el-albar-barricas-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2002,J. & F. Lurton
,Red,US,"Few Foothills wineries are making a more serious play at Cabernet than Ironstone. This new release shows progress. It's dry and balanced, with some complexity, although there's a slightly rustic note to the tannins and acids.",Reserve,35,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Ironstone 2002 Reserve Meritage (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2002-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Meritage,2002,Ironstone
13,White,Italy,"This wine has a creamy consistency that coats the mouth with Caribbean fruit, minerals and almond paste. It's thick, silky and extremely food friendly.",,,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Feresin Davide 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feresin-davide-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Feresin Davide
,White,US,"There's no oak at all in this wine, so what you get is pure lime, kiwi and nectarine fruit flavor and high, bright acids. It's bone dry, with absolutely no sugar on the finish. What a refreshing wine.",Reserve,16,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,McKenzie-Mueller 2004 Reserve Pinot Grigio (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mckenzie-mueller-2004-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Grigio,2004,McKenzie-Mueller
12,White,Italy,"Here's a nose with prominent lemon cream pie and apple granola. There's dimension and smoothness in the mouth, and nothing seems out of place. Imported by Opici Import Company.",La Colombaia,12,87,Veneto,Valdadige,,Montresor 2004 La Colombaia Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2004-la-colombaia-pinot-grigio-valdadige-53859/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Montresor
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This ripe, off-dry wine comes across as rather full-bodied, balancing melon and pear flavors against zesty lemon and peppery spice notes. Picks up a chalky, flinty note on the finish. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",,27,87,Nelson,,,Rimu Grove 2005 Pinot Gris (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rimu-grove-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-nelson/,Pinot Gris,2005,Rimu Grove
13,White,Italy,"This estate boasts five centuries of winemaking tradition and is one of the most-recognized ambassadors of Collio wine. The Pinot Grigio has almond and vanilla extract over fruity aromas and a crisp, filling presence. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,15,87,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Conti Formentini
13.5,White,Italy,"Some wet slate smells emerge on the rear of a fruity, aromatic composition that also has a touch of yellow bell pepper. Not huge, but refreshing and satisfying. Imported by Charmer Sales Company.",,12,87,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Colterenzio
,Red,US,"Showing good balance and harmony of all its parts, this Cab shows ripe cherry and blackberry flavors. It has thick enough tannins to hold it for a while.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Summers
13,White,Italy,"It's rare to find Grigios that reflect the grape's natural copperish or pinkish skin tone like this one does. Its silky mouthfeel and bursting acidity are also unique. Only the nose, which is dominated by a multivitamin-like smell, didn't win me over. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,25,87,,Collio,,Livio Felluga 2004 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Livio Felluga
,White,France,"This was the first vintage in which the Adam vineyards were operated biodynamically. The fruit certainly is intense and very clean, with flavors of toast and spice and aromas of white flowers. There is some residual sugar, leaving a soft, rich aftertaste. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Réserve,15,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2004 Réserve Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2004-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2004,Jean-Baptiste Adam
,White,France,"An easy, fresh, elegant wine with flavors of crisp, green fruits, good acidity and very pure fruit flavors. There is just a touch of spice, but the main character of this wine is its delicious, poised fruit. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Le Fromenteau,30,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2004 Le Fromenteau Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2004-le-fromenteau-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Josmeyer
13.5,White,Italy,"Steel-tank maturation renders a fresh and crisp wine with lychee and passion fruit, kiwi and pear. Imported by Panebianco.",,25,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Ronco del Gelso 2004 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-gelso-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ronco del Gelso
,White,Austria,"From its intense, fruity flavors, it's obvious that there is a New World influence. Michael Wenzel worked in New Zealand, California and Australia before coming back to the family winery. The spice of the grape is there, with toast and ripe fruit. Imported by Winemonger.com.",,19,87,Burgenland,,,Wenzel 2003 Pinot Gris (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wenzel-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-burgenland/,Pinot Gris,2003,Wenzel
12,White,Italy,"The immediate rush of floral intensity is like opening the door to a cooled florist's shop on a summer day. Violets, honeysuckle and daisy or dandelion are present, as is a soothing honey-like aroma. Lightweight and crisp in the mouth, but fun and pleasing. Imported by Laird & Company.",,13,87,Veneto,Piave,,Moletto 2004 Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Moletto
,White,US,"A little bit of spritz livens the mouthfeel. This is very light, with herb and grass and tart green apple flavors. A good quaffing wine, not big but clean and refreshing.",,17,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Adelsheim 2004 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Adelsheim
13,White,Italy,"Floral notes are carefully preserved: honeysuckle, lilies and jasmine—and there's a dash of cinnamon snap on the finish. Imported by Distinctive Wines & Spirits.",,14,87,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2004 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Elena Walch
,White,France,"Hugel's style here is very dry, showing acidity and toasty characters, along with white berries. This is a great food wine, with green tastes dominating. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Tradition,27,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2003 Tradition Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2003-tradition-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2003,Hugel
,White,France,"Now owned by the Pfaffenheim cooperative, this old, established négociant, makes wines that are correct rather than exciting. This wine is fresh, clean and finely balanced. But it misses the tremor of excitement that should come from a Grand Cru vineyard. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Grand Cru Vorbourg,37,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2003 Grand Cru Vorbourg Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2003-grand-cru-vorbourg-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2003,Dopff & Irion
14,White,Italy,"Peanut shell, ripe melon, rich mineral tones and a blast of something lactic give this wine aromatic latitude. Softer than other Pinot Grigios with a medium, mineral-like finish. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",,28,85,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2003 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Villa Russiz
11,Rose,Spain,"Citrus rind on the nose, which is backed by light nectarine and table grape flavors. Sort of dilute and watery on the finish, with low acidity. Comes across sweet.",Mediterranean Rosé,6,82,Catalonia,Catalunya,,René Barbier NV Mediterranean Rosé Red (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-nv-mediterranean-rose-tempranillo-blend-catalunya/,Tempranillo Blend,,René Barbier
,Red,US,"This awful wine is barely reviewable. It's raspingly dry and bitter, with unripe cherry flavors.",Starlight Reba,19,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2001 Starlight Reba Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2001-starlight-reba-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2001,Midnight
,Red,US,"Where Byron's regular '03 Pinot is all about immediate gratification, this single-vineyard release, a year older, is a darker, brooding wine. Instead of red cherries, you get black ones. Cassis, too, and sautéed mushrooms with a splash of balsamic. Still there's a delicious core of mocha. It's an exquisite, silky Pinot Noir, firm and classic, and addictively drinkable.",Nielson Vineyard,40,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2002 Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2002-nielson-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Byron
,Red,US,"This superior Pinot Noir gives everything the appellation is famous for. Lively acidity makes the wine bright and clean. The flavors are deep and complex, suggesting black cherries, cola, rhubarb, dried leaves, crushed spices and smoky oak. There's a dusting of fine tannins, the texture is pure silk and velvet, and the finish is dry.",La Rinconada Vineyard,46,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2002 La Rinconada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2002-rinconada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2002,Sanford
,Red,France,"The 79-acre Domaine la Roquète was acquired by the Brunier family of Vieux Telegraphe in 1986. Its modern labeling belies its dense, huge, packed fruit and tannins that suggest classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape. But there are also great perfumes in the wood and herbal characters. Will age over many years. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,40,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine la Roquète 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roquete-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine la Roquète
,Red,US,"OS (formerly Owen-Sullivan) has hit a home run with the 2003 Ulysses, a voluptuous red that is 60% Cabernet Franc, 30% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Extracted and volatile, it's not a bashful wine, but it has many layers of nuanced flavors that expand in the glass, filling the nose with dried herbs, mineral, leaf, coffee and scorched earth.",Sheridan Vineyard Ulysses,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,OS Winery 2003 Sheridan Vineyard Ulysses Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2003-sheridan-vineyard-ulysses-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,OS Winery
,Red,US,"Where Lang & Reed's '03 Cab Franc is elegant and light-bodied, this is fuller and more complex, although it has nowhere near the weight of a Cabernet Sauvignon. The silky texture carries flavors of cherries, tobacco, sweet kid leather and thyme. Enjoy this dry, slightly tannic wine with grilled veal chops in a wine reduction sauce with mushrooms.",Premier Etage,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lang & Reed 2001 Premier Etage Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2001-premier-etage-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2001,Lang & Reed
,Red,US,"The Long Haul is the winery's “Right Bank” blend, it's 48% Merlot, 45% Cab Franc and 7% Petit Verdot. All Ciel du Cheval fruit, it's big but structured, melding buoyant cherry fruit to a gravelly mineral base. It's a meaty, tannic wine, but the minerality keeps it lively and rich without being too heavy. Has some green-tea flavors in the tannins; the whole package is a jump forward in polish and grace from previous vintages. Just 225 cases produced.",Long Haul Red,37,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2003 Long Haul Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2003-long-haul-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Mark Ryan
,Red,US,"Young, elegant and impeccably structured, this classic Napa Cab is 90% Oakville and Rutherford. It's a dry, fairly oaky wine, with polished black currant flavors, wrapped in thick tannins that finish with rich complexity.",,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sequoia Grove
12,Sparkling,France,"Organic, with clean, solid, forward aromas that blend in ginger and dust. The opening flavors are of orange and tangerine, while the second layer deals yeast and other drier elements. Great feel and balance, with zest throughout as well as touches of vanilla. Imported by Organic Vintners.",Fleur de l'Europe,60,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Fleury NV Fleur de l'Europe  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleury-nv-fleur-leurope-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Fleury
,White,US,"The first bottling of this particular cuvée, this Chardonnay is a great expression of Santa Barbara terroir, fresh, young and racy. The flavors are explosive and complex, suggesting wildly ripe tropical fruits and key lime pie, with refreshingly bright acidity and rich oak and lees nuances. It's a big, assertive New World Chard, and a great value.",Rita's Earth Cuvée,20,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2004 Rita's Earth Cuvée Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2004-ritas-earth-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Babcock
,White,US,"Cool climate all the way, from the brisk, metallic, acidic mouthfeel to the flavors of citrus zest, with a hint of peach. The winemaker has added notes of lees and delicate oak that enrich the wine and bring it to completion.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,39,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Talbott 2002 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2002-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2002,Talbott
,White,US,"White pepper sprinkled over guava and apricot fruit, drizzled with vanilla and a splash of citrusy lime juice— these are some of the flavors in this crisp, fresh and tangy wine. It's delicious, elegant and lush to the point of decadence.",Iris Estate,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Rideau 2004 Iris Estate Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-iris-estate-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2004,Rideau
,White,US,"Winemaker Matt Loso dropped Semillon from the blend a few years ago, then tried fermenting in all stainless, moved to barrels in 2005 and will jump to concrete in 2006. The 2004 Klipsun is yeasty, bone dry and richly textured. The young, beery yeast flavors are augmented with light, fresh herbs and hints of citrus zest and honey. Lingering, lovely textures.",Klipsun,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Matthews 2004 Klipsun Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matthews-2004-klipsun-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Matthews
13,Red,Portugal,"Lovely aromas of blackberries and coffee are laced with hints of cinnamon and vanilla. Bursts with fresh fruit—blueberries and blackberries—on the palate, but the flavors aren't simple, they're backed by layers of minerality and stone dust. Supple enough to drink now, but should hold up to five years, maybe longer. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",Tinto,16,90,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2003 Tinto Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2003-tinto-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2003,Quinta de Ventozelo
,White,US,"Very bright and zingy, with that brilliant shine of citrusy acidity you find in a good Carneros Chard. The apple, peach and spice flavors finish in a rich, creamy swirl of fruit and oak.",Three Clone,26,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2002 Three Clone Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2002-three-clone-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2002,Robert Stemmler
,Red,US,"Here's an elegant, full-bodied Syrah that tastes good on the first sip, then gets better as you go along. It has wonderful balance, with firm, dusty tannins and fine acidity framing well-ripened cherry, mocha and white pepper flavors.",,20,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jepson 2002 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,2002,Jepson
,White,US,"This Chard is oakier and leesier than Babcock's Rita's Earth Cuvée. Consequently, it's a fuller-bodied, heavier wine. Softer and fatter, too. It has opulently ripe New World flavors of pineapple custard and vanilla cream pie.",Grand Cuvee,30,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2003 Grand Cuvee Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2003-grand-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2003,Babcock
,Red,US,"This vineyard established its reputation with Pinot Noir, but now comes this Syrah, from a cool area with a southern exposure. Black and peppery with an inviting aroma. In the mouth, it dominates with blackberry flavors. Dry, tannic and complex, this is a wine to follow.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Armagh 2003 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armagh-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2003,Armagh
,Red,France,"Brunel family ancestor Gaston Brunel is the name on this Cuvée des Générations (there is also a white, named after his wife Marie-Léoncie). This is a smooth, new wood-flavored wine, with toast, some red earth mineral character and cassis. At this stage, wood dominates, unusually for a Châteauneuf. But the fruit is ripe, polished, modern in style, and likely to come through the wood in 5 years. Imported by Bercut-Vandervoort & Co.",Cuvée Generations,125,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de la Gardine 2003 Cuvée Generations Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gardine-2003-cuvee-generations-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château de la Gardine
,Red,US,"Smooth, buffed and toned, with luscious toffee, coffee and chocolate-covered cherry flavors. Buttery, polished and just plain sexy, it also shows off some interesting, slightly grassy, sweet herb scents.",Cordon Grove Vineyard Cuvée,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Walla Walla 2003 Cordon Grove Vineyard Cuvée Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2003-cordon-grove-vineyard-cuvee-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2003,Walla Walla
,White,US,"From down Santa Maria way comes this high-acid wine, with yummy flavors of pineapple custard, key lime pie and vanilla spice, all of it pepped up with lots of rich, toasty oak.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,34,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Vine Cliff 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Vine Cliff
,Red,Australia,"Meaty yet floral at the same time, with distinct stone fruit notes mingling with darker plum and black cherry flavors. Medium- to full-bodied, with soft tannins, but crisp acids that define the wine's structure. Drink now.",Reserve,24,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Green Point 2003 Reserve Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Green Point
,Red,US,"Great vineyard sources (Gamache, Klipsun) start things right, and this pureblooded, 100% Cab, though pushed to the point of showing some volatile high tones, compensates with saturated flavors of ripe berries, complemented with buttery oak. The silky finish can't help but win your heart.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fidelitas
12,Sparkling,France,"Overt and round, with chunky aromas of berries and stone fruits. Quite lively and zesty, with purity of flavors. Is it a touch limited in scope and complexity? Yes. But the nectarine and orange flavors are crystalline and the mouthfeel rocks. Imported by Vranken America.",Diamant Rosé,130,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 1998 Diamant Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-1998-diamant-rose-champagne-50008/,Champagne Blend,1998,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,White,US,"I have tasted a number of bottle-aged Hanzell Chardonnays, and when properly cellared from a good vintage, they are totally amazing. This is likely to be such a wine, but right now, it's tight, tart and earthy, with hints of peach. It's not a mind blower, but is a Chard for those serious about their cellars. Best after 2010.",,55,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2002 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2002-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Hanzell
,Red,US,"Exceptionally ripe and expressive even among the flamboyant 2002 Rutherfords, with a pleasing note of vanilla and char from oak, this Cab is rich in cherry fruit flavors. The tannins are sweet and fine, and sturdy enough to carry it through 2010.",Beckstoffer - Clone Six,88,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Merryvale 2002 Beckstoffer - Clone Six Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2002-beckstoffer-clone-six-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Merryvale
,White,US,"Quite a perfect match for the 2003, this delightful wine remains bracingly fresh and crisp despite its 3.1% residual sugar. Rich and intense, it shows lovely flavors of pink grapefruit, melon and citrus rind. Some stony crispness underlies the fruit, which captures its sweetness without losing its edge. One of the best Gewürzes in the state, if not the country.",,9,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2004 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2004-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Columbia Winery
,Red,US,"Here's a wine that deserves its reserve status. It's pure in varietal character, from the briary, white pepper, wild berry and coffee flavors to the sturdy tannins, and that feral edge of friendly aggression that marks a good Zin. But it's a bone dry, balanced wine, with a distinctive individuality.",Reserve,28,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Blackstone 2002 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2002-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Blackstone
,White,US,"Only Edna Valley could produce this remarkably bold, bright acidity and rich key lime pie and sauteed banana flavors. Oak is the perfect partner, adding smoky vanillins and buttercream.",Jack Ranch Signature Selection,20,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Bianchi 2004 Jack Ranch Signature Selection Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2004-jack-ranch-signature-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Bianchi
14,Red,Chile,"Loaded with ripe aromas of cola, dark fruit and earth, and that's followed up by the full allotment of blackberry and black cherry flavors. Chocolaty and full on the palate and finish, with supreme juiciness and laudable balance. Makes the grade and then some. Imported by Winebow.",Gran Reserva,13,90,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2003 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2003-gran-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2003,TerraNoble
,Red,US,"Well, this is your basic inky dark, tannic Pet wine, from a producer with a long track record. It's a wine meant to be stuck away in a cool cellar for a decade or longer, and there's no reason not to, given the astringency and the fabulously molten core of blackberry and cherry fruit. Should begin to be approachable after 2008; hold for years after.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2002 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2002-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2002,Stags' Leap Winery
,Sparkling,US,"For starters, this is a very fine wine, architecturally clean, bone dry and strong in acids. It's too young to fully enjoy now, though, all raw elbows and yeast. If you don't mind that edgy sharpness, try it as an apéritif, but it will benefit from five years or longer in the cellar.",Reserve,70,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 1999 Reserve Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1999-reserve-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Schramsberg
,White,US,"A sweet nose of flowers, passion fruit, pears and perfume leads into a plump, floral/citrus evocation of the grape, kissed lightly with vanilla.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),K Vintners 2004 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2004,K Vintners
,Red,US,"You could smell this from Mars and know it's Zin. Wild berries, woodsy dust on a hot summer day, roasted coffee bean, white pepper and a hint of raisins mark the aromas. In the mouth the wine is full, dry and spicy, and wildly fruity. It's a bit hot, but that's Zin for you.",Shaw Vineyard Century Vines,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2002 Shaw Vineyard Century Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2002-shaw-vineyard-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Kunde
,Red,US,"Here's a balanced, intricately structured young Cab. It opens with upfront aromas of cherry pie, coffee, cocoa and vanilla, and while the tannins are firm, they're finely ground and pliant. The flavor is pure cherry, seasoned with oak. Good now, and should hold for some years.",,46,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sawyer
12,Sparkling,France,"Mature, with a touch of scrambled egg and burnt sulfur on the dry bouquet. This one runs lean and crisp, with green apple and a hint of lemon on the palate. That said, there's still laudable depth of flavor and complexity. Overall the impression is largely of citrus. Imported by Laurent-Perrier.",Grand Siècle La Cuvée Brut,90,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Grand Siècle La Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-grand-siecle-la-cuvee-brut-champagne-49551/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,Red,US,"There's a classic Alexander Valley softness and herbaceousness to the cherry, cassis, blueberry and oak flavors of this Cab, and while it's rich and balanced enough to drink with the best steak you can find, it should age for a while. Best now through 2009.",Estate Red Wine,70,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lancaster 2002 Estate Red Wine Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lancaster-2002-estate-red-wine-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Lancaster
14,Red,Argentina,"Dark in color and rich on the nose, with marzipan, blackberry and a touch of leather. This is a powerful, modern-style Malbec with exciting, deep fruit and several layers of depth. Mildly syrupy in the middle, but not the least bit out of whack. Hails from the warm, somewhat northern San Juan zone. Imported by Epic Wines.",Sol Huarpe,18,90,Other,San Juan,,Xumek 2003 Sol Huarpe Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xumek-2003-sol-huarpe-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2003,Xumek
,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot and 15% Cab Franc. The cooler region allows the fruit to ripen while keeping its grip and muscle. It's lush but not jammy; showing herb and wood (20 months in French oak), bacon and smoke. The finish is layered with cedar, leaf and resonant, plummy fruits. Beautifully long and balanced. 350 cases made.",Gun Metal Red,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2003 Gun Metal Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2003-gun-metal-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Mark Ryan
,Red,US,"The name refers to the Seven Hills vineyard grapes, which deliver exceptional minerality to this sleek, elegant Syrah. Mixed light red fruits show pomegranate, wild berry and cherry, with refined texture and deceptive intensity.",Lucky No. 7,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2003 Lucky No. 7 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2003-lucky-no-7-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,K Vintners
14.6,Red,Chile,"Leather, earth and bold fruit on the nose, and then sweet plum, berry and chocolate on the palate. It's a blend of Cabernet, Malbec, Merlot and Carmenère that really couldn't have come together much better. It's rich, ripe and tasty, and at 14.6% alcohol it's nothing if not a New World heavyweight. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Quatro Reserva,15,90,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2004 Quatro Reserva Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2004-quatro-reserva-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2004,MontGras
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Perfectly fresh and open as a pasture of wild flowers in full bloom. Delicious, easy-to-take flavors of orange and pineapple are zesty and clean as a whistle. Excellent mouthfeel and tingly bubbles are the coup de grace. Imported by VinUS Inc.",Dry,30,90,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Foss Marai NV Dry  (Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Prosecco,,Foss Marai
,Red,US,"You can tell this is a young wine by the aroma, which is dominated by oak and a tease of cherry. The fruit is shut down. But in the mouth, there is a rich core of blackberries and cherries, and the tannin-acid balance is near perfect. This fine Cabernet is in need of cellaring. Hold until 2010 and try again.",Estate,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Girard
,Sparkling,US,"At five years, this bubbly is drinkable, but it needs further cellaring. The acidic texture roughhouses the mouth, creating that pins and needles sensation. The wine is balanced enough to stick away in a cool cellar through 2008, by which time it ought to be smooth and approachable.",La Reve Blanc de Blancs,59,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 1999 La Reve Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1999-reve-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Domaine Carneros
,Red,US,"It's not made in the flashy, fleshy New World style, but has an earthy, herbal flavor, with a hint of blackberry. Oak is not at all prominent in this dry, balanced wine.",Claret,32,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Cliff Lede 2002 Claret Red (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-lede-2002-claret-red-napa-stags-leap-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Cliff Lede
,Red,US,"Estate reserve, the first for this winery. Good fruit, sweet and plump, and a moderate 13.8% alcohol. Nice integration of supple tannins, black tea, ground coffee, toffee and a bit of pepper. Powerful without being overblown.",Parris,42,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chandler Reach 2002 Parris Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandler-reach-2002-parris-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chandler Reach
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Quite seductive, with clear widespread appeal. It offers vanilla and peach aromas that draw a smile, while the ripe citrus and apricot flavors are really exact and tasty. Finishes with clever spice notes. Explosive throughout. Will age nicely for several years. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Brut Rosé,60,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-rose-champagne-49146/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery
,White,US,"From a two acre plot in Walla Walla, this lush, elegant wine shows Kurt Schlicker's deft, complex approach to winemaking. 100% barrel fermented, it clocks in at 14% alcohol and tastes of clean fruit, with light hints of buttered toast and toasted nuts. Elegant and sophisticated, it shows a deft touch with the wood.",Vanessa Vineyard,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Rulo Winery 2003 Vanessa Vineyard Chardonnay (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-winery-2003-vanessa-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Rulo Winery
,White,US,"This single-vineyard Chardonnay impresses for its taut structure and promise of aging. It's totally dry, and beneath that slate and metal is a core of ripe yellow peach. Fans of blowsy Chards will find it spare, but if you like Chablis, you'll love the complex, stony minerality. Hold until 2007.",Double L Vineyard,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2003 Double L Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-double-l-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2003,Morgan
,Red,US,"Not the catchiest name for this superb red blend, but Buty doesn't go for flash. They go for sleek, sophisticated, terroir-driven style. This is a smooth and substantial wine that opens slowly but surely. From a stiff start, with acid and tannin driving the bus, the wine's cassis and cherry and wild berry fruit begins to show, along with hints of stone, coffee, anise and green tea. The French oak is used subtly and the winemaking is spot on.",Merlot-Cabernet Franc,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2003 Merlot-Cabernet Franc Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2003-merlot-cabernet-franc-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Buty
,Red,US,"Béso is kiss, soleil is sun; the name is made up to signify “sun-kissed.” The grapes are from Alder Ridge, with 14% Syrah from Red Mountain blended in. Just 82 cases were made. It's a juicy, delicious tangle of red fruits and berries, with a spicy highlight. As it unfolds you notice the fruit is lined with citrus, orange peel and clove, then finished with sweet oak.",Bésolei,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2003 Bésolei Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2003-besolei-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2003,Betz Family
,Red,US,"This Pinot is deep, full-bodied and rich, with a succulent core of black cherry, mocha and spice flavors, and is dry despite the ripe fruitiness.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Q,50,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,J. Wilkes 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Q Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-wilkes-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-q-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,J. Wilkes
12,Sparkling,France,"Rich and aged, but still fairly fresh. Smells like scrambled egg, vanilla and pear, setting up flavors of citrus and apple. Plenty of zesty acidity keeps this wine kicking, and the butterscotch and dust on the finish are nice and add depth. Imported by Vranken America.",Orgueil de France Brut,100,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Lafitte 1989 Orgueil de France Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-lafitte-1989-orgueil-de-france-brut-champagne-49843/,Champagne Blend,1989,Charles Lafitte
,Red,Australia,"This is still quite dark in color, right to the rim, and it overflows with complex aromas of flowers, herbs, tobacco, cassis and subtle oaking. Firmly structured, but the tannins are ripe, not hard, while the flavors bring waves of cassis, plum, tobacco and vanilla without ever seeming overly rich or jammy. Drink this wonderfully harmonious offering from 2008–2015.",Cabernet,40,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2001 Cabernet Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2001-cabernet-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Cape Mentelle
14.4,Red,Argentina,"Potent and piercing right off the bat. The color says a lot, and the nose is confirmation that with this Malbec you're not playing around. The berry level is up there, and the flavors of blackberry, cassis and plum are deep and satisfying. A nice layer of roasted fruit and oak carry the finish, and overall this wine offers a lot of juice per sip. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Reserva Viña Hormigas,23,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altos Las Hormigas 2004 Reserva Viña Hormigas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altos-las-hormigas-2004-reserva-vina-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Altos Las Hormigas
,Red,France,"This supercuvée from Alain Jaume is ripe and modern in style, very smooth and polished. But its juiciness and richness do not lose sight of the power of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and it has fine, dry tannins that leave a sense of good aging potential. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Domaine Grand Veneur Les Origines,70,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2003 Domaine Grand Veneur Les Origines Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2003-domaine-grand-veneur-origines-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Alain Jaume et Fils
,Red,US,"A north-facing vineyard gives grapes extended hang time and moderates the high Wahluke heat. It's 100% Syrah, 30% whole cluster fermented in 20% new French oak. Good, juicy, with very tart, snappy cranberry/raspberry flavors. Lovely nuances of wet earth, black tea and soy. A substantial, ageworthy effort.",Sundance Vineyard,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Harlequin 2003 Sundance Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlequin-2003-sundance-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Harlequin
,Red,US,"This delicious Pinot shows Russian River at its best. The wine is fully dry and balanced, with a rich, full-bodied mouthfeel that remains silky and smooth. The flavors are wonderful, all cherry marmalade, dusty cocoa, espresso and sweet oak.",,40,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacPhail 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,MacPhail
,Red,France,"A cuvée selected by importer North Berkeley Imports, this is a delicious ripe and black fruited wine. It has power, layers of dense, dusty tannins and sweet black plum flavors. Its richness and sweetness still leave good balance. Will age well. Imported by North Berkeley Imports.",Cuvée Unique,60,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine le Clos du Caillou 2003 Cuvée Unique Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-clos-caillou-2003-cuvee-unique-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine le Clos du Caillou
,White,New Zealand,"This is the highest this benchmark wine has ever scored with our tasters, from what is beginning to look like an excellent year for Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. It's still in an early estery phase right now, marked by honeyed tropical fruits, nectarines and grapefruit, but you can sense the herbal-jalapeño flavors lurking in the background. Rich and powerful on the palate, long on the finish, with this wine, Cloudy Bay is on top of its game.",,25,91,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Cloudy Bay
,Red,France,"This intense, sweet, jammy wine comes from 50-year-old vines on the Mourre de Perdrix plateau above the village of Courthezon. Hugely rich, high in alcohol, it is akin to drinking Port, with its smooth, dry tannins and peppery aftertaste. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Cuvée Mourre de Perdrix,30,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Charbonnière 2003 Cuvée Mourre de Perdrix Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-charbonniere-2003-cuvee-mourre-perdrix-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Charbonnière
,White,US,"What Dutton Ranch Chards share is a crisp, appley crunchiness, edging into the tropics in a good vintage. In this case, it adds rich new oak and a creamy, leesy mouthfeel, and the flavors approach decadent guava and nectarine.",Dutton Ranch,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Family 2003 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2003-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Davis Family
12,Sparkling,France,"Rich and smoky, with a powerful blast of dustiness. Nectarine flavors carry the long, fresh palate to a clean, fruit-forward finish. Shows a tiny burnt, rustic character and isn't overly lively in terms of bead. Good for drinking this year and next. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Brut Rosé,52,91,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-brut-rose-champagne-49929/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
,Sparkling,US,"It's crazy that this is Schramsberg's “regular” brut because it's really reserve quality. Utterly smooth and elegant, it has a satin texture framing delicate layers of citrus, peach and yeast, with a long finish of toasted almond.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,32,91,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2001 Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2001-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Schramsberg
,Red,US,"Made from selected lots, this is a young, sharp, tannic wine not showing its best now. It doesn't have that sumptuously soft, sexy quality a ready-to-drink Cab shows. But it's rich and balanced, with a core of cassis, cherry and coffee flavors, and should age well. Hold until 2009.",16 Rows,125,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Vine Cliff 2002 16 Rows Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2002-16-rows-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Vine Cliff
14,Red,Portugal,"Rich and thickly textured on the palate, this is a big, ripe, jammy wine filled with blackberries and dried spices. Long, tannic and layered on the finish. Hard to believe this is a second label. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Meandro,20,91,Douro,,,Quinta do Vale Meão 2003 Meandro Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-meao-2003-meandro-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta do Vale Meão
14.6,Red,US,"Done in an Australian Shiraz style, like the McCrea Boushey Grande Cote. It's big, lush and ripe (14.6% alcohol) and fashioned in a surefire, consumer-pleasing style. Lush, sweet fruit brings on the heat in the finish, but what flavor!",Minick Vineyard,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Harlequin 2003 Minick Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlequin-2003-minick-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2003,Harlequin
,White,US,"You can smell the minerals in this tight, compelling wine. It has an aroma suggesting cold metal, even a touch of diesel, floating above the guava, pineapple, nectarine and peach flavors. Smoky oak and zesty acidity help make this Chard very complex and satisfying.",Rosella's Vineyard,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2003 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2003,Morgan
,Red,US,"This is an intricate, detailed Pet that's not as heavy or tannic, and considerably more complex, than most. It has the weight of a fine Zin, with rich flavors of spiced plums, blackberries, espresso, clove and anise, and a brambly finish of fresh, wild berries and pepper.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,17,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2003 Bacigalupi Vineyard Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2003-bacigalupi-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Foppiano
,Sparkling,US,"Still young, acidic and rough, this bubbly isn't showing its best now. But all indications are in favor of cellaring for five years. The wine has a solid core of peach and strawberry fruit, a fine, clean doughy taste, brilliant acidity, a long, powerful finish and the balance and finesse to develop bottle complexity.",Vintage Brut,50,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Domaine Chandon 1997 Vintage Brut Sparkling (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-1997-vintage-brut-sparkling-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Sparkling Blend,1997,Domaine Chandon
,Red,US,"An elegant and tart, cool-climate style of Syrah. Betz wines are always carefully structured and beautifully proportioned, and the winery has not over-reached in this somewhat difficult vintage. Extra hang time ripened the fruit while retaining good acids and flavors of boysenberry, sour cherry and raspberry. Hints of coffee and gravel add complexity. Best for relatively near-term enjoyment.",La Serenne,44,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2003 La Serenne Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2003-serenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Betz Family
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Snappy yet smooth, with subtle apple, toast and vanilla aromas. Very good in terms of feel, with dry, spicy flavors of baked apple, white pepper and herbs. Slightly mature notes of mushroom and Sherry rise up on the finish, lending this bubbly added complexity. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Cuvée Brut,36,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Cuvée Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-49425/,Sparkling Blend,,Bellavista
,Red,US,"This is the most accessible of Calera's current single-vineyard releases, a real charmer with its creamy cherry, mocha and oaky vanilla flavors. But don't be misled, it's an ager. Acidity is big, tannins are sturdy, balance is fine. As with all Calera Pinots, this wine is elegantly structured.",Selleck Vineyard,55,91,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 2001 Selleck Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2001-selleck-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2001,Calera
,Red,US,"Size matters in Petite Sirah, and this is one big wine. Black in color, bone dry and raspingly tannic, it has a rich heart of blackberry and black cherry fruit. Best with barbecued ribs now, but should age effortlessly for a decade or two.",,26,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Eaglepoint Ranch 2003 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eaglepoint-ranch-2003-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Eaglepoint Ranch
,Sparkling,US,"A lovely follow-up to the outstanding '94, this well-integrated, perfectly aged brut is still crisp and showing hints of fresh apple, along with beeswax, citrus and gooseberry. It shows off with a gorgeous mousse, and persistent fresh flavors that linger without cracking up.",Extended Tirage Brut,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1995 Extended Tirage Brut Sparkling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1995-extended-tirage-brut-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1995,Argyle
,White,US,"DeLille Cellars' Bordeaux white is consistently among the best in the country. Rich and buttery, just this side of unctuous, it is smoothly styled with lingering layers of citrus oils, stone fruits, melon and nuts. Big but not blowsy, broad yet still focused, it weaves together seamlessly, layering in flavors right through the finish.",Blanc,31,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chaleur Estate 2004 Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaleur-estate-2004-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2004,Chaleur Estate
14,Red,Argentina,"This has to rank as one of the world's best wines for the money. The depth is impeccable and the balance and pop are commendable. All hail Argentina, or at least Barons de Rothschild and Nicolas Catena for coming up with this affordable blend of Malbec and Cabernet that pulses with berry fruit, waves of chocolate and so much toasty persistence that it almost requires brakes. For under $20 this is faultless stuff. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Amancaya,18,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2004 Amancaya Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2004-amancaya-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Bodegas Caro
,Red,US,"Dark, oaky, very dry and tannic in youth, this well-structured Cab needs time. Those tannins sting and shut down the middle palate, but the bright blackberry and cherry fruit shines through. Should hold and improve for five years in a cool cellar.",Game Ranch,65,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Goldschmidt 2001 Game Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2001-game-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Goldschmidt
12,Sparkling,France,"Smooth and open up front, with peach, melon and orange peel flavors. Admirable depth and solidity throughout, with a likable feel and consistency from front to back. Crisp and lively; would be perfect with appetizers. Imported by Vranken America.",Rosé Top,39,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Rosé Top  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-rose-top-champagne-49995/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Robust and ripe, but also streamlined and precise. The palate is lean and properly framed, with flavors of apple and green melon poking through a light, penetrable veneer of toast. Finishes with green apple and lime, which creates a crisp lasting impression. Better to drink earlier than later. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Dom Pérignon,130,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1998 Dom Pérignon  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1998-dom-perignon-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Moët & Chandon
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Saturated, with aromas of moist earth, prune, tightly woven oak and leather. It's not a funky, animal-driven style of Syrah; just the opposite, it's creamy and rich, with waves of chocolate and vanilla crashing alongside chunky black fruit. Seems apparent that the Nieto Senetiner winery found its stride in 2002; all its top wines are excellent.",Cadus,37,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2002 Cadus Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2002-cadus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2002,Nieto Senetiner
,Red,US,"Young and appealing now for its vibrant, upfront cherry and oak flavors, this supple Cab has a lush, fine array of dusty tannins, as well as fine acidity. It's beautifully balanced, a tremendously fruity wine that's has a classic structure and elegance.",Hozhoni Vineyard,60,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Conn Creek 2002 Hozhoni Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2002-hozhoni-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Conn Creek
,Red,France,"A fine, traditional style of wine, solidly based on dark fruits, dense and dry tannins and freshness. This is a wine that will age over many years, giving spice and herbs, power and strength, as well as fine drinking pleasure.",,,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Condorcet 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-condorcet-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Condorcet
,Red,France,"This is a solid performance. The wine is dense, with dark, dry tannins, but overlying this is very direct, juicy fruit, with flavors of raspberries and dark cherries. It is not initially as generous as some 2003s, but the tannins and acidity suggest it is ageworthy. Imported by Wines of France.",,32,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Clos des Brusquières 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-brusquieres-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Clos des Brusquières
,Red,US,"The flavors are rich, spanning cherry pie and raspberry tart, vanilla and cinnamon-sprinkled cappuccino, and a hint of ripe, sweet Heirloom tomato. For all the richness, the wine is dry, silky and balanced.",Ferguson Block,40,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2002 Ferguson Block Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2002-ferguson-block-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2002,Robert Stemmler
,Red,US,"Lots of Zinny character in this wine, with its flavors of just-picked wild berries, pepper, and that brambly, briary character that marks the variety. There's a deep juicy character that's simply scrumptious. Best of all, the wine is dry and balanced.",Reserve,20,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2003 Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2003-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Kenwood
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Full-bodied and ripe, but with balancing mineral notes as well as melon, apple and crushed stones. Fresh and snappy on the tongue, with lots of white-fruit flavors, especially apple and pear. Then it finishes with likable toast and smoke notes. Very approachable but zesty; soft but structured. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,71,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1998 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1998-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Roederer
,Red,US,"Many wineries work with the spectacular grapes grown at Ciel on Red Mountain, but Seven Hills uses it to craft a deceptively light and airy wine, that promotes elegance and grace over sheer power. Let this wine breathe—decanting would be a good idea—and it fills out into a classic show of tart black cherry, plum and cranberry fruit, along with gravelly stone. Deceptively concentrated, supple and tart with finishing whiffs of sandalwood and cinnamon. A fine display of sensitive, detailed winemaking.",Ciel du Cheval,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Seven Hills 2003 Ciel du Cheval Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2003-ciel-cheval-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Seven Hills
,Sparkling,US,"Maybe it's all marketing, but this does seem to be an ideal wedding- toast bubbly. There's something for everyone. Despite being almost all Pinot Noir, it's light and delicate, with a crisp elegance and a fine mousse, and that effervescent pleasure that only a fine bubbly provides.",Wedding Cuvee,34,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2002 Wedding Cuvee Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2002-wedding-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Here's Petite Sirah near its best. The wine is full-bodied and dry, with the structure of a great Cabernet, but an entirely different profile. Black and red cherry, ripe blueberry and mocha flavors are finished with sweet toasty oak. Acidity is low, the tannins rich and complex in this delicious wine.",Chavez & Leeds Vineyard,30,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Kent Rasmussen 2001 Chavez & Leeds Vineyard Petite Sirah (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-2001-chavez-leeds-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-rutherford/,Petite Sirah,2001,Kent Rasmussen
13.5,Red,France,"Cedary and meaty at first, with lush fruit aromas of black cherries and plum gradually taking over. Rich and creamy in the mouth, adding nuances of meat and vanilla on the long, textured finish.",,150,91,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
,Red,US,"It's 100% Cab, and perfectly captures the uniqueness of great Washington Cabernet Sauvignon. There's power and structure without the jammy thickness of California Cabs; it's sleeker, more tart, more vertically structured than they are. Still quite youthful and compact, with tangy red fruits and a spicy frame; good length finishing with licorice, cedar, tar and leaf.",,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,J. Bookwalter
,Red,France,"A superb, very traditional wine, with big, brooding tannins and very dark flavors. Tastes of southern herbs come through the intense Grenache, while the dryness persists right to the end. This is a wine that just needs aging. Imported by Daniel Johnnes Wines.",Cuvée Prestige,70,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Jean Royer 2003 Cuvée Prestige Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-royer-2003-cuvee-prestige-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Jean Royer
,Sparkling,US,"LD Blancs de Noirs are rare. The trick is to take the heaviness of all that lees and and Pinot Noir fruit and transmute it into elegance. Schramsberg displays a sure hand. The wine is still leesy and oaky, and certainly acidic, but despite its age, it should coast easily through the next 10 years and beyond, mellowing with each passing year.",Blanc de Noirs Late Disgorged,60,92,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino,Schramsberg 1994 Blanc de Noirs Late Disgorged Sparkling (Napa-Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1994-blanc-noirs-late-disgorged-sparkling-north-coast-napa-mendocino/,Sparkling Blend,1994,Schramsberg
,Sparkling,US,"This is a highly pedigreed wine. You can judge that by the exceptionally smooth texture, and the fine quality of all the parts. It's elegant and complex, and despite being 11 years old, the wine is still scoury and pert in acids, guaranteeing it a long future. The dosage gives it a honeyed finish.",Blanc de Blancs Late Disgorged,60,92,California,Napa,Napa County,Schramsberg 1994 Blanc de Blancs Late Disgorged Sparkling (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1994-blanc-blancs-late-disgorged-sparkling-napa-county/,Sparkling Blend,1994,Schramsberg
12,Sparkling,France,"Round and mildly yeasty, with vanilla, pear and toast all wrapped into a welcoming whole. The palate is full and complex, with additional vanilla coating crisp apple. This is a fuller, mouthfilling style of Champagne, one with a broad, classy finish. That said, vital acidity should ensure a full lifespan. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Brut,65,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck 1998 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-1998-brut-champagne-49481/,Champagne Blend,1998,Piper-Heidsieck
,Sparkling,US,"Twice the price of the winery's nonvintage brut, and what do you get? A much better wine, a lot smoother in mousse, with a great degree of elegance. The raspberry and cherry-tinged flavors have a complex edge of vanilla, toast and yeasty lees.",Brut Rose,35,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer NV Brut Rose Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-carneros-50700/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,France,"A beautiful, intensely perfumed wine that has balance and freshness which leaves the high alcohol to one side. This is packed with red fruits, herbal flavors, raisins and spices. Tannins come through to give the wine a fine structure. Imported by Rhône Valley Importing.",,25,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Mathieu 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mathieu-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Mathieu
,White,US,"Everything about this Chard is brilliantly crafted, but the parts haven't come together. It's all fine charred oak, creamy, yeasty lees and primary peach, pear and tropical fruit, battling it out. But it's a very fine wine, and simply needs a while to coalesce. Try in a few months.",Mitsuko's Vineyard Hommage,36,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2002 Mitsuko's Vineyard Hommage Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2002-mitsukos-vineyard-hommage-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2002,Clos Pegase
,Red,France,"Alain Jaume bought the Domaine Grand Veneur in 1979, and its reputation has been steadily increasing. This is a superbly perfumed wine, with great pure black currant fruits, layers of dry tannins and a firm, structured aftertaste. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Domaine Grand Veneur,45,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2003 Domaine Grand Veneur Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2003-domaine-grand-veneur-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Alain Jaume et Fils
,Red,US,"The scent of this wine is all about Pinot's allure, with rich, ripe notes of cherry tart and rhubarb pie, mouthwatering vanilla and crushed spice, and fine, toasted oak. With the first taste, it doesn't disappoint. With the second, it addicts. It's light-bodied and silky, not an ager, but seriously elegant.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Ken Brown 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-brown-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Ken Brown
12,Sparkling,France,"Richly colored in hues of amber and gold, with a toasty, full-bodied nose that offers maturity and depth. This Champagne is totally on the money, with ripe but reserved apple and citrus flavors, and then the slightest bit of mushroom and baked bread on the finish. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Grande Réserve Brut,60,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Grande Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-grande-reserve-brut-champagne-48615/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
12,Sparkling,France,"Fresh yet toasty, with more smoke and slyness than overt fruit. The palate is driven by apricot and orange rind, while the mouthfeel is succulent and secure, with ample smoothness. Grows on you even as it impresses from the start. Imported by Laurent-Perrier.",Grand Siècle Alexandra Rosè,110,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 1997 Grand Siècle Alexandra Rosè  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-1997-grand-siecle-alexandra-rose-champagne-49550/,Champagne Blend,1997,Laurent-Perrier
,Red,US,"This celebrated wine is not mind-blowing right now. It's dry, oaky, tannic and soft. There's a wealth of cassis  and moo shu pork flavors, and huge new oak. Yet it holds itself back, teasing but withdrawing into its tannic cloak. Collectors, be reassured it's worth stashing. Drink now through 2010, but after that, it's a gamble.",Insignia,142,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2002 Insignia Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2002-insignia-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Joseph Phelps
,White,US,"Hard to imagine a zestier, more refreshing dry white wine than this. It's brilliant in zingy acids, with richly textured flavors of lemons and limes, gooseberries and pineapples. A little oak adds enough smoky vanilla and buttery wood spice to round this wine off.",,16,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Greenwood Ridge 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"A new discovery for me, and a fabulous one, for with this wine Calix enters the ranks of super-Syrah players. The vineyard is southwest of Sonoma Town, by the Carneros and thus not too hot. Good acidity backs up the black cherry flavors. The wine is balanced, complex and totally delicious.",Parmalee-Hill Vineyard,33,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Calix 2003 Parmalee-Hill Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calix-2003-parmalee-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2003,Calix
,Red,US,"Released in November, has opened up nicely since. Breathes well in the glass; a hefty, aromatic, plummy wine showing nicely integrated soft cherry and tobacco notes, along with seductive streaks of citrus, clove and graphite. It's smooth but not at all flabby, displaying the hints of minerality that mark Ciel fruit.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine,37,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2002 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2002-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2002,Cadence
13,Red,Argentina,"Inky as night, with lush, ripe aromas of berries, tree bark, cola and all sorts of other herb-infused elixirs. The palate is totally seductive, with cherry and blackberry overflowing. Chewy and round on the finish, with lemony oak kicking in. This is a block wine from a single vineyard and it's all the way strong.",Cadus Estiba 39,60,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2000 Cadus Estiba 39 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2000-cadus-estiba-39-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Nieto Senetiner
13,White,US,"Despite its 1.9% residual sugar, this is succulent, not sweet. An ex- ceptionally fragrant wine, lush with blossoms, sweet peach, mango and pear. Beautifully ripened and concentrated; vibrant so that it seems to shimmer in the mouth, like a wave breaking over the palate. Poised, racy, fruity and sensuous, it just goes on and on.",,16,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2004 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2004-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2004,J. Bookwalter
,Red,US,"The mountain plays its part in the intense tannins and concentrated fruit. You could drink it now against rich fare, but it's also a cellar candidate. It's a tough, dry, masculine wine, with heady currant and blackberry flavors and a lot of new French oak. Drink now and for the next 15 years.",Estate,50,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Spring Mountain Vineyard
,Red,US,"The winery's regular Pinot, which was released at the same time, is a light, fruity wine. This one's darker, deeper, more ominous. It's a controlled explosion of black cherry, mocha, spice and char in the mouth, enormously attractive and sensual.",Ramal Road Reserve,45,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2003 Ramal Road Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2003-ramal-road-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Chandon
,Sparkling,US,"Rich as sin, and packed with white peach and vanilla flavors, this dry wine shows the finesse, lightness and elegance of a Chardonnay-based sparkling wine. The mousse is creamy, the finish long and decadent. Will be lovely with cracked crab and sourdough bread.",Mt. Veeder Single Vineyard Blanc de Blancs,45,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Domaine Chandon 2000 Mt. Veeder Single Vineyard Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2000-mt-veeder-single-vineyard-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-mount-veeder/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Domaine Chandon
,Red,US,"Here's a Merlot with all the hallmarks of Shafer's approach to Cabernet. It's big, ripe, flamboyant, oaky, complex and immediately enjoyable. Cherries and blueberries are the flavors, accented by sumptuous sweet vanilla. The tannic structure is sweetly rich. Drink now for its youthful beauty.",,44,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Shafer
,White,US,"This explodes with full-flavored fruit. A big boy, juicy and concentrated with ripe apple/citrus fruits, and well-integrated streaks of vanilla, hazelnut and butterscotch.",Canoe Ridge Estate,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Canoe Ridge Estate Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-canoe-ridge-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Most of the grapes come from Yountville, a coolish Napa region. Buried below the tannins are enormously ripe blackberries, cherries and red currants. The wine is impeccably balanced. The tannins will cut through a good steak now, but you can age this Cab through the decade.",M. Coz,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2002 M. Coz Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2002-coz-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2002,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"This new brand, from veteran winemaker Nils Venge and friends, is excellent despite the awful name. It achieves that elusive goal of joining bigtime, ripe fruit with subtlety and charm to produce a wine of complexity. The cassis, cherry and oak flavors hit strong, then settle down and let the balance take over.",,60,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Fantesca 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantesca-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Fantesca
,Red,France,"This super cuvée from one of the hottest vineyards in Châteauneuf is impressive, but also refreshingly elegant. The wine is full of dry tannins, as well as dark black fruits. A solid, intense wine, which promises many years of aging. Imported by Daniel Johnnes Wines.",Réserve Auguste Favier,63,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Saint-Préfert 2003 Réserve Auguste Favier Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-prefert-2003-reserve-auguste-favier-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Saint-Préfert
,White,US,"Tasted side by side with the winery's Clone 96 from the same vineyard, this tasty Chard is a bit firmer and denser, although it shares the same qualities of big, exotic fruit and oak, and a rich, leesy creaminess. Both are very fine wines to watch in future vintages.",Ramal Vineyard Clone 17RY,32,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2003 Ramal Vineyard Clone 17RY Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2003-ramal-vineyard-clone-17ry-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Buena Vista
12,Sparkling,France,"A touch oxidized and mushroomy, but still fairly regal and full of vanilla and baked apple. Those same components carry onto the palate, where cinnamon enters the fray. Finishes lemony, with some tart apple along with sweeter caramel. Imported by Vintus LLC.",N.P.U.,185,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard 1990 N.P.U.  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-1990-n-p-u-champagne-48612/,Champagne Blend,1990,Bruno Paillard
,Red,US,"Tasted alongside Baldacci's regular '02 Cab, this one's more tannic, and also more deeply flavored. There's an explosion of black currant, cherry and mocha fruit, backed up with a firm dustiness that provides structure and balance. The wine will probably benefit from short-term aging. Drink 2006 and 2007.",Brenda's Vineyard,70,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Baldacci 2002 Brenda's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldacci-2002-brendas-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Baldacci
,Red,US,"Tough and tannic now, and not yielding much, this 96% Cabernet Sauvignon was grown in Mayacamas Mountains vineyards. Yet there's a tremendous core of cherry and blackberry fruit, and a rich spine of acidity to hold the wine for aging. Designed for 10 years in the cellar.",,115,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess Collection 2001 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2001-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Hess Collection
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Nice and smooth, with pure green apple, citrus and rosemary aromas. Bold in the mouth, with melon, pineapple and subtle spice flavors. Finishes seductively dry, with stylish mushroom and toast flavors, almost like a good dry Sherry. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Brut,30,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa NV Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Montenisa
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Deep, dark and rubbery, with masculine plum and blackberry flavors. This wine is like midnight; it's pure and black as can be, with huge berry and plum flavors and all the bitter chocolate you can imagine. Bold and built like a fort; the best Nieto to date. Tight, centered and delicious.",Cadus Single Vineyard,45,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2002 Cadus Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2002-cadus-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Nieto Senetiner
,Red,France,"This classic wine from the Brunier family is certainly one of the best known names in Château-neuf-du-Pape. It is also a very fine wine, full of perfumed fruit, dark, dry but rich tannins, flavors of oak, pepper and herbs, made in quite a traditional style. The name “La Crau” refers to the plateau on which the vines are planted. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",La Crau,40,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe 2003 La Crau Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vieux-telegraphe-2003-crau-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe
,Red,US,"This is a delicious and complex wine that expresses the essence of Carneros Pinot Noir: balance, elegance and harmony. Not a blockbuster in the Santa Lucia sense, it's a silky, feminine wine, with a great depth of cherry, cola and mocha flavor, and a racy, sensual mouthfeel.",Truchard Vineyard,38,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Talisman 2002 Truchard Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2002-truchard-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2002,Talisman
,Sparkling,US,"This is the fullest, biggest of Schramsberg's current lineup of bruts, a powerfully fruity but dry wine that never loses sight of elegance, delicacy and finesse. There's something joyfully effervescent about the way the cherry, cream, yeast and spice flavors come together and play on the palate.",Brut Rose,36,92,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2002 Brut Rose Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2002-brut-rose-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Schramsberg
,Red,US,"Classy from the get-go, with an appealing mix of strawberry preserves, anise, licorice candy, smoke and cedar. The fruit and oak are beautifully matched and laced together, and the flavors unfold with a slightly salty, mineral edge. Long, persistent and consistently interesting, right through the finishing notes of dried herb and toasted nuts.",,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Walla Walla
,White,US,"This Chard shows the boldly ripe flavors of tropical fruits, roasted hazelnuts, buttercream, Asian spices and toast that many California Chards have, but also a distinctively high acidity that pushes those flavors out and makes them sing.",,16,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2004 Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Laetitia
,Red,US,"There aren't many Arroyo Grande Syrahs, this being Burgundian terroir, but this one aspires to Côte Rôtie standards. It's a fine and interesting wine. Shows white pepper and blackberry flavors, quite dry and well-oaked, with intricate tannins. Best now and through 2006.",,25,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2003 Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2003,Laetitia
,White,US,"This is a best-of selection from this vineyard. It's a concentrated version of the regular Double L bottling. Completely dry, filled with stony minerals smothering ripe yellow peach flavors, it's an immature wine that calls to mind grand cru Chablis. Should develop well through 2008 and possibly beyond.",Hat Trick Double L Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2003 Hat Trick Double L Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-hat-trick-double-l-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2003,Morgan
,White,US,"The Dutton-Goldfield style is to emphasize acidity and minerality, then to lavish winemaker interventions in the form of oak and lees. This is a Chablisian wine, if you will, dry and crisp, with complex flavors ranging from lemons and cinnamon to gun metal and pineapples. It's very elegant and food-friendly.",Rued Vineyard Dutton Ranch,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2003 Rued Vineyard Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2003-rued-vineyard-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,US,"Foxen has co-released three single-vineyard Pinots, and to my mind this is the best. It's the most closed, tannic and complex, a dark, brooding wine whose depths have swirls of black stone fruits, sweet leather, mocha, spice and oak. It drinks rich and satisfying now, and should develop well over the next five years.",Sea Smoke Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2003 Sea Smoke Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2003-sea-smoke-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Foxen
,Red,US,"Compared to Foley's unbelievable Dijon Clone bottling, this one's more tannic and less immediately flashy. It's a dry, full-bodied wine with an elegantly silky texture, but the cherry flavors are a little locked down, although the wine softens and sweetens with airing. A good charbroiled steak should be a fine partner.",Rancho Santa Rosa Block 4D Pommard Clone,45,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2003 Rancho Santa Rosa Block 4D Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2003-rancho-santa-rosa-block-4d-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Foley
,Red,US,"Sumptuously intense fruit, fine toasted oak, and lush, smooth tannins all come together in this dramatic wine. It's a wonder of modern Napa Valley, offering delicious cassis, chocolate and cherry flavors, with enough acidity for balance. Doesn't seem like an ager, but it sure is good now.",,75,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Hewitt 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hewitt-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hewitt
,Red,US,"From one of California's coolest appellations, this Syrah is inky dark and fairly acidic. It's tannic, but the tannins are rich and fine and drinkable now. The wealth of flavors include blackberries, mocha, the sweet, caramelly vanilla of oak, and peppery spices.",Special Reserve,30,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Herzog 2003 Special Reserve Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2003-special-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Herzog
,Red,US,"Really good claret, in a Napa-Bordeaux sense. It's based mainly on Cab Franc and Merlot, and is soft and polished, with a cherry-chocolate core. A splash of Cabernet Sauvignon adds a touch of deeper structure. This beguiling wine is like Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in consummate artistry.",Proprietary Red Wine,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corley 2002 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2002-proprietary-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Corley
,Red,France,"Famed for its use of all 13 Châteauneuf grape varieties, Mont-Redon is also one of the great estates of the region. This 2003 captures the essence of Châteauneuf, with its herbal and warm, southern fruits, along with a power of black fruits and dark, brooding tannins. This will age magnificently. Imported by Kobrand.",,45,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château Mont-Redon 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mont-redon-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château Mont-Redon
,Red,France,"This is hallowed territory, the home of Baron Roy, who created the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, the first in France. His family still possesses the 25-acre property, and makes great wines. This 2003 is traditional in style, with dark tannins over spicy, jammy fruit and ripeness. This, as is usual from Fortia, is a wine that will age well. Imported by Wines of France.",Cuvée du Baron,32,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château Fortia 2003 Cuvée du Baron Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fortia-2003-cuvee-baron-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château Fortia
,White,US,"From the Sonoma side of Carneros. It satisfies all around, from the rich tropical fruit and spice flavors to the creamy texture and refreshingly crisp mouthfeel to the deliciously long finish.",Ramal Vineyard Clone 96,32,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2003 Ramal Vineyard Clone 96 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2003-ramal-vineyard-clone-96-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Buena Vista
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Ripe and ready, with unbridled aromas of pear, apple and tarragon. Toasty and exciting, with plump but serious apple and citrus flavors. Long on the finish, with clear and vital toast. It's smooth, classy and full of flavor. And it will age nicely for another 5–10 years. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Fleur de Champagne Brut,130,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 1998 Fleur de Champagne Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-1998-fleur-champagne-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Perrier Jouët
,Red,US,"Shows quite oaky now, with powerful notes of vanilla, char and wood sap, but it's also rich in cherry fruit, with a touch of grilled meat. Texturally, this Cab is dense, smooth, fine and very dry, with substantial tannins. It's too young now, but should be a beauty by 2008 and beyond.",Cask,65,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 2002 Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-2002-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Niebaum-Coppola
,Red,France,"Owned by the Coulon family since 1695, Boisrenard comes from parcels of vines from the Domaine de Beaurenard. The wine is dominated by ancient vines, which gives an intensity to this wine. It has great black, dark fruit flavors that match the tannins. Some new wood flavors give a polished edge to the wine. It is both powerful and elegant. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Boisrenard,80,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Beaurenard 2003 Boisrenard Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaurenard-2003-boisrenard-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Beaurenard
12,Sparkling,France,"Bready and round, and super attractive on the bouquet. Runs a bit crisp in the mouth, with orange and grapefruit flavors. But just when you see it as racy, there's an open creaminess that softens the palate. Full and long on the finish, with complexity. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Cuvée William Deutz Brut Rosé,180,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1996 Cuvée William Deutz Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1996-cuvee-william-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Deutz
,Red,US,"A mix of Kiona and Ciel du Cheval Syrah is crafted into a dark, dense, tannic wine, tightly wound and vertically structured. Dark roasted scents suggest espresso and moist earth, along with classic Red Mountain minerality. Clean, silky, fully ripe but sleekly styled cherry and plum fruit finishes with dense, chocolaty tannins. Definitely a wine to tuck away for a few years.",La Cote Rousse,44,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Betz Family 2003 La Cote Rousse Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2003-cote-rousse-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2003,Betz Family
12,Sparkling,France,"Beautifully toasted, with impressive apricot and orange peel on the nose. Crisp, dry and delicate, but still forceful enough to make a statement. The flavors run toward citrus, and at this point in time they're a bit lean and restrained; will age well for a number of years. Imported by Clicquot Inc.",Brut Rosé,293,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-nv-brut-rose-champagne-49344/,Champagne Blend,,Krug
,Red,US,"The winery's first Meritage has a hefty bottle but a rather dull, black and white label. It's layered and complex, quite young with streaks of pencil lead, licorice and charcoal around dense black fruits and sweet tannins. The wine shows a very strong spine on which the tart fruit hangs; that tartness characterizes optimal Washington ripeness. Full and complete, it hints appropriately at leaf and spice nuances.",Chapter One,68,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2002 Chapter One Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2002-chapter-one-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2002,J. Bookwalter
12,Sparkling,France,"Round and mature, with yeasty, almost doughy aromas. Yet there's vivid fruit in the mouth, mostly apple and citrus. Finely textured, with a long, classy, complex finish featuring mild baked notes but also pulsating, acid-based fruit. Imported by Vranken America.",Blue Top Premiers Crus,39,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Blue Top Premiers Crus  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-blue-top-premiers-crus-champagne-49993/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,Red,US,"How a Cab can be completely soft yet filled with power is a wonder of modern winemaking technique. This is such a wine. It's dry and dustily grippy in tannins, with a finely astringent finish, and will easily hold for a decade. Now, a good steak will cut through the density and coax out the cassis and cherry fruit.",Quinta de Pedras Vineyard,64,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ristow Estate 2001 Quinta de Pedras Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ristow-estate-2001-quinta-pedras-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Ristow Estate
,Red,France,"Tradition relates that an angel rested briefly on the slopes of the vineyard owned now by Monique Mestre and Yannick Gasparri. The wine from these 80-year-old vines certainly has a heavenly length to it, full of hugely ripe Grenache which bursts out of the glass. There are also big, tough tannins which promise long aging.",Vieilles Vignes,,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Côte de l'Ange 2003 Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cote-lange-2003-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Côte de l'Ange
,Red,US,"Fragrant and inviting with sweet aromas of raspberries and ripe cherries. Not a hint of anything vegetal or off in any way; this is the finest declassified wine I've ever tasted. “If it's not a 95 right out of the barrel,” says Alex Golitzun, “it's declassified.” The blend is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 10% Cab Franc. Medium-light in the mouth, with pretty cinnamon and baking spices, and a clean, crisp palate impression. Reasonably concentrated, it finishes lightly smoky and thoroughly delicious.",,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Quilceda Creek 2002 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2002-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Quilceda Creek
,Red,US,"Fine and forward now, really pretty in red cherry, licorice and mocha flavors, this blend of all five Bordeaux varieties has a long, rich finish. The tannins are puckery but sweet and finely ground. Delicious and elegant now, but has the power and balance to age through 2012.",Reserve,57,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sequoia Grove 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sequoia Grove
,Red,US,"Forward and lush, with a beautiful structure, this dry, balanced wine has cherry, cassis, wintergreen and oak flavors that finish in a swirl of complexity. This fine wine defines the elegance and femininity of a great Rutherford Cab, and should age well through 2012.",Estate Reserve,85,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sullivan 2002 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sullivan-2002-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sullivan
,Red,US,"The winery's “Left Bank” blend is 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 17% Cab Franc and 4% Petit Verdot, all Ciel du Cheval fruit. The biggest and best wine of a very strong lineup, it captures the rich, silky chocolate flavors of high-end Napa but also showcases the elegant, gravelly minerality of the vineyard. Dense and layered, with extended mixed fruit flavors enhanced with notes of cinnamon toast and mocha. 300 cases made",Dead Horse Red,39,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2003 Dead Horse Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2003-dead-horse-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Mark Ryan
,Red,US,"Intense and concentrated, this puts to rest any ideas that Merlot is incapable of making “real” wine. The flavors are smooth and chocolaty, the mouthfeel liquorous, ripe and lush. High-toned fruits and flowers slide into the mellow tannins, all resolving in a superripe, decadently rich finish.",,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Leonetti Cellar
,Red,US,"The blend is 40% Cab, 40% Merlot, 15% Syrah and 5% Cab Franc. Supple, juicy, firm and generous all at once, it mixes ripe, plush berries with spicy tannins. Big yet impeccably balanced, despite the mish-mash blending it holds down a firm focus, anchored by exceptional fruit.",Riverbend Red,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fielding Hills 2003 Riverbend Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2003-riverbend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Fielding Hills
,Red,US,"Dark, tannic and saturated, this deeply colored Cabernet shows ripe tannins and dense fruits, dominated by cassis, berry and plum. The oak regimen adds layers of smoke, tar, licorice, and it's all wrapped up in a long, chewy, earthy finish.",,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fielding Hills 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fielding Hills
,Red,US,"Co-released with the '03 Barrel Select, this Pinot is more fruit-forward, more immediately accessible and a little sweeter in cherries and vanilla. It is, in a word, fabulous. If you're looking for a Pinot that's flashy right now, this is the one. Defines the world-class status of Santa Rita Pinot.",Rancho Santa Rosa Block 4A Clone 2A,45,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2003 Rancho Santa Rosa Block 4A Clone 2A Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2003-rancho-santa-rosa-block-4a-clone-2a-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Foley
,Red,France,"A dark, brooding wine, packed with wood and dry tannin flavors. At the same time, the fruit is huge, with chocolate, dark plum, cassis and sweetness. This is a dense wine that is going to be hugely impressive after 5 years of aging. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",La Reine des Bois,150,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2003 La Reine des Bois Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2003-reine-bois-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Mordorée
12,Sparkling,France,"Creamy and loaded with orange, vanilla and baked white bread. Lovely in the mouth, with the nicest blend of snappy tangerine, sweet melon and yeast. Crisp on the edges, smooth in the middle, and complete as they come. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Brut Rosé,80,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck 1996 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-1996-brut-rose-champagne-49486/,Champagne Blend,1996,Charles Heidsieck
,White,US,"They put the words “dry farmed” on the label to indicate, I suppose, extra concentration, and indeed, this is an intense Chard. It's bone dry, well-oaked, high in acidity and intricately layered in tropical fruit and orange custard flavors. Combines elegance, style and power in the glass.",Tinaquaic Vineyard,24,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2003 Tinaquaic Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2003-tinaquaic-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Foxen
,Red,US,"If you want to know why Santa Rita Hills Pinot is so celebrated, just take a sip. Dry, elegant, complex and totally satisfying, the wine has a myriad of cherry, black raspberry, cola, rhubarb, coffee and spice flavors and the silkiest, most satiny texture imaginable, with crisp acids. Beautiful now and through 2007.",Rancho Santa Rosa Barrel Select,50,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2003 Rancho Santa Rosa Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2003-rancho-santa-rosa-barrel-select-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Foley
,Red,US,"Compared to Double L, Garys' is a shade more obvious, but that's a royal comparison. This is a terrific wine in its own right, rich and fruity, wonderfully oaked, complex and totally satisfying in a Pinotesque way. It's a firm, masculine, elegant wine, with beautiful acidity, and should hold well for a number of years.",Garys' Vineyard,45,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2003 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Morgan
,Red,France,"Century-old vines are the source of this top cuvée from a 5-acre parcel owned by Raymond Usseglio. It is ripe, with tarry and black fig flavors, along with thyme and herbes de Provence. The tannins are hugely dense, almost impenetrable at this stage, but this will develop into a great wine in 10 years. Imported by Weygandt-Metzler.",Cuvée Impériale,56,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Raymond Usseglio et Fils 2003 Cuvée Impériale Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-raymond-usseglio-fils-2003-cuvee-imperiale-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Raymond Usseglio et Fils
,Red,US,"It was fun comparing this Cab with the winery's '02 Claret. Two more different wines couldn't be imagined. This one, with considerably more Cabernet, is harder and firmer in tannins, with an impressively ripe core of black currants. Tastes oakier, too, but can easily handle it. Drink now through 2007.",,50,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Cliff Lede 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-lede-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cliff Lede
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Lightly scrambled egg, vanilla and apple fruit all total a seductive, classy nose that's one part Champagne and one part Italian. Crisp but deep, with lovely apple and peach flavors. Quite zesty yet smooth, with serious aging potential; in fact, cellaring for a few years should really bring it to its peak. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Gran Cuvée Satèn,59,93,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Gran Cuvée Satèn  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-gran-cuvee-saten-sparkling-franciacorta-49422/,Sparkling Blend,,Bellavista
,Red,US,"Talley is at the top of its Pinot game. This is a stunning wine, rich and complex, and true to Pinot's typicity, with bold acids and an elegantly silky texture framing nuanced flavors. It straddles that dangerous line of ripe cherry fruit with tomatoes on the other side, but comes out victorious. That is what makes Pinot Noir exciting.",Rincon Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2003 Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2003-rincon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Talley
14.1,Red,US,"How a Cab can be completely soft yet filled with power is a wonder, but this is such a wine. It's dry and dustily grippy in tannins, with a finely astringent finish, and will easily hold for a decade. If you must drink it now, a good steak will cut through the density and coax out the sweet cassis and cherry fruit.",Quinta de Pedras Vineyard,64,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ristow Estate 2002 Quinta de Pedras Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ristow-estate-2002-quinta-pedras-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ristow Estate
,Red,US,"“L'Orage” means “the storm,”  acknowledging a big blow that devastated the vineyard in June 2001. Sheridan is a rising star in the valley, and was first selected by Andrew Will's Chris Camarda for vineyard-designated status some years ago. This is the winery's own top wine, a cab-heavy Bordeaux blend. Gorgeously smooth and fragrant with sandalwood, cocoa, tobacco and black fruits, it was made by Charlie Hoppes in his silky, generous and seductive style. There is nothing hard, sharp, bitey or bitter, just big, smooth, voluptuous flavors, a generously broad palate and texture texture texture.",L'Orage,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sheridan Vineyard 2002 L'Orage Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheridan-vineyard-2002-lorage-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2002,Sheridan Vineyard
,Sparkling,US,"Compared to the winery's '99 Reserve, with which it was co-released, this bubbly is slightly sweeter, softer and smoother. It's a fancy wine, drinkable now with crab cakes or smoked salmon or on its own, of course. Chardonnay-based, the wine possesses a light elegance and very great finesse. But it should age well over the next ten years.",J. Schram,80,93,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 1999 J. Schram Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1999-j-schram-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Schramsberg
,Red,US,"An equivalent two-thirds Cab, one-third Syrah blend to the Ovide, this time using En Chamberlin fruit. The wines are strikingly different, equally powerful, but the Roma is perhaps more straightforward with its jammy, full-on cherry/berry fruit parade. Citrus rind lifts the finish, leading into nicely sculpted tannins.",Roma – En Chamberlin Vineyard Red,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2003 Roma – En Chamberlin Vineyard Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2003-roma-en-chamberlin-vineyard-red-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2003,K Vintners
,Red,US,"Another vineyard owned by Cayuse's Christophe Baron, it delivers intense, focused, concentrated, full-flavored fruit from which this Tempranillo-Cabernet blend is crafted. Dried fruits, citrus, green berries and notes of candied pineapple, lime slices and even ham drift across the palate in an amazing progression of delightful surprises.",El Jefe – En Chamberlin Vineyard Red,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2003 El Jefe – En Chamberlin Vineyard Red Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2003-el-jefe-en-chamberlin-vineyard-red-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,K Vintners
,Sparkling,US,"This is a fabulously rich wine, full-bodied and complex in cherry, peach, vanilla, yeast, lychee, roasted almond and charcoal. It's also exceptionally delicate and fine, with a silk-and-satin mouthfeel that's as light as air. It's showing a bit of age but has yet to come into its own, suggesting a good 5–10 additional years of cellaring.",Reserve,65,93,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 1998 Reserve Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1998-reserve-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,1998,Schramsberg
,Sparkling,US,"There's more going on in this wine than in a New York minute. It's rich and young, brimming with acid, yeast and citrus fruit, and with a finish of toast and char. But it has a depth and nobility that make it complex and ageworthy. Should hold easily through 2010.",Blanc de Blancs LD,60,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1996 Blanc de Blancs LD Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1996-blanc-blancs-ld-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1996,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Here's a big, bold, expressive Cab, packed with powerful black cherry, mocha, currant and spice flavors that are well oaked and very dry. The tannins are strong and fine. Really marvelous for its balance and harmony. Needs time, but good now with a steak.",Reserve,125,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Peju
,Red,US,"Classic Napa Cabernet, opening with powerful aromas of cherries and cassis, and turning exceptionally lush and long in the mouth. The tremendous fruit flavors and sweet oak come together in a dry, firmly tannic structure that leads to a long, complex finish. Beautiful now and through 2012.",Sacrashe Vineyard,65,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Kathryn Hall Vineyards 2002 Sacrashe Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathryn-hall-2002-sacrashe-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kathryn Hall Vineyards
,Red,France,"A celebration of the poet Anselme Mathieu, who was a 19th century Provençal patriot, this wine is labeled both in the Provençal language as well as French. All this stuff surrounding the wine doesn't detract from its fine quality, its range of plums, black currants and bitter cherries and its intense ripe structure. The dryness at the back promises long aging. Imported by Rhône Valley Importing.",Vin di Felibre,49,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Mathieu 2003 Vin di Felibre Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mathieu-2003-vin-felibre-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Mathieu
,Red,France,"Perfumed fruits dominate this fine wine. It has tannins, of course, dark and dry, but they are subsumed by the rich black fruits, with flavors of coffee, cassis, blackberries and a fine layer of acidity. A classic wine, which will age over 10 years or more. Imported by Daniel Johnnes Wines.",Cuvée Tradition,140,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Jean Royer 2003 Cuvée Tradition Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-royer-2003-cuvee-tradition-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Jean Royer
,Red,France,"With its biodynamic viticulture, this is an exciting small domaine close to Beaucastel. The pure fruit flavors, very direct and intense, attest to the quality of the grapes, while the vinification is simple, hands-off, leaving great flavors of ripe black plums, spices, fresh tannins and a great openness. Give this wine 5 years of aging after it arrives, probably sometime next year. Imported by Martin Scott Wines.",Les Vieilles Vignes (fall '06 arrival),,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Villeneuve 2003 Les Vieilles Vignes (fall '06 arrival) Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-villeneuve-2003-vieilles-vignes-fall-06-arrival-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Villeneuve
,Red,France,"This large, 132-acre estate is making great wines today. This 2003 is up with the best, full of flavor, fruit, richness and layers of sweet licorice, black plums and wood. Spice, coffee and chocolate flavors complete a complex blend. With its dense, dusty tannins, it is certainly ageworthy. Imported by Bercut-Vandervoort & Co. Cellar Selection.",Cuvée Tradition,40,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de la Gardine 2003 Cuvée Tradition Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gardine-2003-cuvee-tradition-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château de la Gardine
,Red,France,"A supremely powerful special cuvée that shows intense, rich, sweet fruit over layers of dark, brooding tannins. Black fruit, dried figs and quince flavors combine with spice and pepper and wood tastes to produce a huge, long-lasting wine. Imported by Daniel Johnnes Wines.",Collection Charles Giraud,52,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Saint-Préfert 2003 Collection Charles Giraud Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-prefert-2003-collection-charles-giraud-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Saint-Préfert
,White,US,"Winemaker Bob Bertheau lays back on the new oak and gives this great vineyard its due. A classic spine of juicy acid, with ripe—but not fat—citrus and apricot flavors. Long, balanced and tightly focused.",Cold Creek,22,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Cold Creek Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-cold-creek-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"The fabulous '01 Napa Cabs just keep on coming. This one, a blend from various parts of the appellation, is extraordinarily rich in black currants, wrapped in the finest, smoothest tannins. It offers pure Cabernet pleasure, not a blockbuster, but defining elegance. Drink in the near term to enjoy its youthful beauty.",,38,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cuvaison 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Cuvaison
17.9,Fortified,Australia,"So thick and so delicious. It is a deep, almost glowing, red-garnet color, and smells like fresh whipping cream and black pepper. Despite its almost 18% alcohol, this fortified Shiraz is very well balanced. It floods the palate with sweet cassis and vanilla, then settles down to reveal smoky, charred wood flavors, smooth, gripping tannins, and a nutty, long finish. Torbreck winemaker Dave Powell is behind this sexy, must-try “late-night” dessert wine. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Liqueur,26,94,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Mt. Billy 2002 Liqueur Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-billy-2002-liqueur-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Mt. Billy
,Sparkling,US,"The winery's priciest bubbly is easily its best, finessing the roughness of the lesser blends with a smoothness that glides across the palate like silk. It displays peaches and cream Chard flavor, and a wonderful balance and dryness. Finishes with classic Champagne elegance.",Late Disgorged Brut Carneros Cuvee,50,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1996 Late Disgorged Brut Carneros Cuvee Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1996-late-disgorged-brut-carneros-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,1996,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,France,"The Sabons have carved a great reputation for their wines over the past 20 years, and this wine continues that in fine style. Rich and perfumed, it manages to combine weight with a finesse that belies the hugeness of the 2003 vintage. There are fine tannins, ripe black fruits, hints of wood and a great sense of ageworthiness. A wine to savor in 10 years. Imported by European Cellars.",,45,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Janasse 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-janasse-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Janasse
,Red,US,"Morgan has released three single-vineyard '03 Pinots, and it's hard, fun work choosing the best. For me, it's the Double L. It's a firm, fairly tannic and dry wine, rich, balanced and intricately structured. Combines the taste of cherries, blackberries and coffee with smoky oak to offer intensely complex pleasure now. Should develop well over several years.",Double L Vineyard,50,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2003 Double L Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-double-l-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Morgan
,Red,US,"This single-vineyard Pinot is distinctive. It has an intense white peppery aroma, but in the mouth shows a cascade of powerful cherry, cocoa and spice flavors, with a rich earthiness suggesting sautéed mushrooms with a dash of soy sauce. The mouthfeel is light and silky but powerful. It's a fascinating wine that changes with every sip.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,40,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2003 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2003-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,MacPhail
,Red,US,"Leonetti continues to hit the high marks it sets for itself in this, its 25th vintage. The Walla Walla Cab includes 10% Merlot and small batches of Cab Franc and Carmenère. The astonishing, classic Leonetti aromas of penetrating, ripe black fruits, cedar, coffee and chocolate are there in spades, but the overall impression is that the oak has been pulled back just a bit, or perhaps the fruit is just that much riper. Violets and lead pencil continue the stream of sensuous highlights, as the wine winds into its pungent, densely saturated finish.",,65,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Leonetti Cellar
,Red,France,"Made in homage to Etienne Gonnet, the founder of the estate, this wine is only produced in top years (there was no 2002, for example). Old vines give great concentrated fruit, dominated by the ripe, earthy Grenache, with a touch of sophistication from Syrah and Mourvèdre. This is well-made wine, ripe, delicious and likely to age. Imported by MacArthur Beverages.",Cuvée Etienne Gonnet,55,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Font de Michelle 2003 Cuvée Etienne Gonnet Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-font-michelle-2003-cuvee-etienne-gonnet-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Font de Michelle
,Red,France,"These pieds are the 100-year-old vines whose fruit goes into this wine. And Armand is the father of the present owner, Henri Boiron. With all that said, this is a fine wine, smooth, rich, generous and full of juicy black plum and wood flavors as well as pepper. Imported by Wines of France.",Les Petits Pieds d'Armand,68,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine des Relagnes 2003 Les Petits Pieds d'Armand Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-relagnes-2003-petits-pieds-darmand-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine des Relagnes
,Red,US,"The Cab Franc anchors a blend that includes equal parts of Cab Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Here's a quick list of what's going on in this amazing wine: smoke, coffee, spice, currant, cinnamon, chalk, earth, tobacco, cherry, graphite, butter and toast. It is just a flat out beautiful effort.",,26,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fielding Hills 2003 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2003-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Fielding Hills
,Red,US,"This young, dense, saturated, complex and extremely tight wine is sappy and packed with myriad berries and red/blue fruits. It is wrapped in stiff, hard, thick, dark tannins that add tight layers of moist earth, black tea, roots and bitter chocolate. This baby needs time.",,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Matthews 2002 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matthews-2002-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Matthews
,Red,US,"The best Quintessa in years, this huge, rich wine is really too young now. All the parts are beautiful, from the ripe, sweet cherry-blackberry fruit through the fine, dusty tannins to the lush overlay of vanilla-scented oak. This will be a great wine by 2007 and should last for many years afterward.",,120,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Quintessa 2002 Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintessa-2002-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Quintessa
14.5,Red,Portugal,"A star among dry Douro wines, the 2003 Quinta do Vale Meão boasts a deep, intense bouquet of ripe grapes, spring flowers and anise-like spice. Plum, spice and vanilla flavors flow seamlessly across the palate, weighty yet never heavy, with a creamy texture. Long, lush and vibrant on the finish, with a hint of French roast coffee. Drink now–2015. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",,55,94,Douro,,,Quinta do Vale Meão 2003 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-meao-2003-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta do Vale Meão
,Red,US,"A stunning leap forward in quality from the pleasant 2002. This Syrah includes a bit of Cabernet and Merlot; they fill and smooth it out. The wine is supple, silky and plump, with luscious fruit that is wrapped in powerful, toasty/buttery new oak. It makes a big statement; the kind of wine you can't stop reaching for. Absolutely riveting.",,32,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fielding Hills 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Fielding Hills
,Red,France,"Named after a corner of the vineyard where blackbirds (merles) sing, this is a wine made from old vines, 80–90 years old. It is huge, dry and very tannic at this young stage. But just wait for it to open out into its full glory of packed black fruits, and superb concentration. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",Chante le Merle Vieilles Vignes,50,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Bosquet des Papes 2003 Chante le Merle Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosquet-papes-2003-chante-le-merle-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Bosquet des Papes
,Red,US,"Thick, dark and chewy, this is as good as Merlot gets. The source vineyard is Champoux, and it has also contributed a smattering of Cab Franc to the blend, which also includes 22% Klipsun Cabernet Sauvignon. This is a ripe, chewy wine, loaded with blueberry, blackberry, citrus and dried herb. Though front-loaded with big, jammy fruit, it continues to develop more subtle and complex strains of herb, tar and black tea as it unwinds. It has the authority, the density and the impact of Cabernet.",,65,94,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Quilceda Creek 2002 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2002-merlot-other/,Merlot,2002,Quilceda Creek
,Red,US,"This Christophe Baron vineyard makes a splendid Cab/Syrah blend, packed with mineral, chalk, pencil lead and spice. Intense and pinpoint focused, it brings on sharply defined flavors of raspberries and strawberry preserves, wrapping the thick fruit in mineral and dark, slightly bitter tannins.",Ovide – En Cerise Vineyard Red,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2003 Ovide – En Cerise Vineyard Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2003-ovide-en-cerise-vineyard-red-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2003,K Vintners
,Red,US,"Collectors will be interested to learn how this bottling compares to Talley's Rincon Pinot. The Rincon is the more immediately likeable. Rosemary's shares the same notes of gorgeous Pinot character, but is more tannic. That doesn't mean it's not fabulous now. Dry and tart, with an earthiness to the cherry flavors, it's a big thumbs up. Drink now through 2006.",Rosemary Vineyard,65,94,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2003 Rosemary Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2003-rosemary-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Talley
,White,US,"Brilliant in acids, with tremendous, explosive fruit flavors, this Chard can easily handle its coating of toasty new oak. Pineapple custard, mango, nectarine, peach pie, lime zest, vanilla and Asian spice flavors come together in a deliciously creamy texture. This massive, magnificent wine showcases the proven terroir of its appellation for Chardonnay.",Rancho Santa Rosa,30,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2003 Rancho Santa Rosa Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2003-rancho-santa-rosa-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2003,Foley
,Red,US,"Where Corley's '02 Proprietary Red Wine is all elegance and harmony, this Cab is pure, unalloyed power. What an excellent wine it is, a detonation of cassis—rich,full-bodied and dry. Despite the great intensity, there's balance, which is a real achievement.",,65,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corley Reserve 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-reserve-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Corley Reserve
,White,US,"Anyone can get ripe flavors from Chardonnay grapes these days, and this barrel selection, from the famous Sleepy Hollow Vineyard, is bold in kiwi, pear and nectarine fruit, with toasty oak and lees seasoning. What makes it spectacular is the acidity, which gashes the palate like a bolt of lightning. Endlessly complex, this is a Chardonnay to linger over. Let it warm up in the glass and watch it change.",Cuvee Cynthia,55,95,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Talbott 2002 Cuvee Cynthia Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2002-cuvee-cynthia-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2002,Talbott
,Red,US,"A phenomenally brilliant effort from this emerging superstar winery. The Merlot is enhanced with 17% Cabernet, 5% Syrah and 2% Cab Franc. You won�t find Merlot from anywhere else in the country that shows so much supple power and structure. Vibrant fruit is polished to a fine luster with perfectly applied oak �seasoning� that adds toast, butter, coconut, cedar and smoke, lifted with scents of tobacco, citrus and leaf. You run out of superlatives for this wine.",,28,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fielding Hills 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Fielding Hills
,Red,US,"At four years of age, this Pinot is just hitting its stride. It has a youthful side in the still fresh cherry and raspberry fruit and vibrant acidity. But it's turning mellow, as the oak melts into the alcohol, lending a soft, creamy infusion of vanilla bean. It's so good now, it will be hard to keep your hands off it, but it should hold for another three to five years.",,85,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2001 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Hanzell
,Red,France,"One of the big names of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and this wine justifies the fame of the Perrin family's property. It is a rich style, but, more importantly, it is beautifully made, structured, dense, with red jelly fruits, a touch of vanilla and a fat, full-bodied, but firm aftertaste. This is a wine for aging—give it at least five years before touching it. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",,83,95,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de Beaucastel 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaucastel-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château de Beaucastel
,Red,US,"Stands out not just because of its size, but also for its balance. It's a big wine, bursting with flamboyant black currant, cassis, mocha and smoky oak flavors with rich, thick and sweetly ripe tannins. The finish lasts for a very long time. So good now, you might miss its youthful character if you cellar it too long.",Pritchard Hill Estate Vineyard,120,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2002 Pritchard Hill Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2002-pritchard-hill-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chappellet
,Red,US,"This is really good wine, fabulously rewarding from first sniff to last sip. It defines coastal California Pinot, and it possesses that appellation's brisk acids and balanced flavors. Cherries, cranberries and mulberries vie for position against mushrooms, fresh garden herbs and earth, with oak playing a supporting role. What's hard to get across is the wine's complexity and sheer deliciousness. Drink over the next two years.",Rancho Santa Rosa Block 5C Dijon Clone,45,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2003 Rancho Santa Rosa Block 5C Dijon Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2003-rancho-santa-rosa-block-5c-dijon-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Foley
12,Sparkling,France,"Fresh and toasty, with a medium-strength nose that pushes some aged notes, a touch of hard cheese and more. Spicy apple and pear flavors are true and satisfying, and the finish deals a pleasing mix of vanilla, spice and texture. Elevated and lasting. Should be good through 2013. Imported by Partner's Wine Marketing Group.",Femme Brut,120,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy 1995 Femme Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-1995-femme-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Duval-Leroy
,Red,France,"Alain and Baptiste Grangeon make this wine from a small, 3.7-acre plot of old vines. Aged in wood for 2–3 years, it shows definite vanilla characters, with intense, ripe black flavors, great concentration and richness and flavors of cassis and spice. There is a delicious juicy aftertaste to this impressive wine. Imported by World Shippers & Importers Co.",Renaissance,70,95,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Cristia 2003 Renaissance Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cristia-2003-renaissance-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Cristia
,Red,US,"If any wine can elevate Leonetti's stunning Cabernet to yet another level, it is this astonishing blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot and 17% Petit Verdot, all from estate vineyards. Sweet plum, blueberry and blackberry fruits are seamlessly married to layers of different flavored chocolates. Silky and supple, it uses oak as a sensual enhancement, but the wood flavors of mocha, nuts, butter and toast are so beautifully smoothed into the fruit that they are never intrusive.",Reserve,95,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2002 Reserve Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2002-reserve-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Leonetti Cellar
12,Sparkling,France,"A bit dark in color and lacking in bubbles, but when it comes to aromas and flavors it's out of this world. Vanilla, cinnamon, almond and apple scents are ethereal and mature as can be, while the palate deals layered apple and spice in multiple layers. Runs a mile long but soft on the finish. Unique in style; not the least bit zesty. Imported by Clicquot Inc.",Brut,224,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug 1990 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-1990-brut-champagne-49347/,Champagne Blend,1990,Krug
,Red,US,"One of the best Cabs of the vintage. It's still a young wine, all primary black currant and plum fruit flavors and toasted oak, with complex notes of coffee and mocha. This wine is extraordinarily rich and finely balanced, displaying power, elegance, finesse and an unreal depth of fruit along with great length. Drink now through 2015.",Bosché,65,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2001 Bosché Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2001-bosche-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Freemark Abbey
,Red,France,"From four parcels of vines, all giving different characteristics to the final blend. This is a beautifully structured wine, almost charming at first, and then packing an intense mouthful of fresh, balanced and dangerously delicious fruit. There is a touch of new wood, but the fruit is the star of this great wine. Imported by European Cellars.",Vieilles Vignes,100,96,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Janasse 2003 Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-janasse-2003-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Janasse
,Red,US,"Amazing density; the aromas billow up from the glass and weave together sinuously, taking you on a magic carpet ride before the wine even hits your mouth. This wine has the power of a monster California Cab while retaining the subtlety of a first-growth Bordeaux. It is just a massive blast of dark fruit, incredible viscosity, silky textures and soft herbs, pepper and spice. The oak—all new, all French—is unobtrusive and perfectly integrated.",,80,97,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Quilceda Creek 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Quilceda Creek
,Red,US,"Starts with an extraordinarily complex, refined aroma, detailed and inviting in cassis, tobacco, anise, cocoa and smoky oak. In the mouth, there's fantastic depth and complexity. The wine is rich, profound, a star even in its Rutherford stable of thoroughbreds. It has enormous power, with finely ground, sweet tannins. Absolutely gorgeous now, with the stuffing and balance for improvement. Drink now–2017.",,125,97,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Staglin
12.6,Sparkling,US,"This is a gigantic wine, but it's so well structured and refined, so beautiful, you can drink it now and fall in love with it. It's perfectly balanced,  enormously complex and not too sweet; the highest-scoring California sparkler we've ever tasted, blending rich toasty notes with well-ripened fruit. This fabulous wine should come together, mellow and gain complexity for a decade. Only available in magnums or larger bottles.",Reserve Late Disgorged,200,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1994 Reserve Late Disgorged Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1994-reserve-late-disgorged-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1994,Schramsberg
12,Sparkling,France,"A thorough classic, with soda and mineral on the nose along with pineapple, apple and other white fruits. The flavor profile is as pure and ethereal as it comes, with luscious apple, melon and citrus. Lively and persistent on the finish, with a touch of toast. Feels just right; has great purity; will age nicely for another decade. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut,225,97,Champagne,Champagne,,Salon 1995 Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salon-1995-le-mesnil-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-49674/,Chardonnay,1995,Salon
,Red,US,"No Cabernet smells better. This is an enormously attractive, well-oaked wine constituted from the best possible fruit. In the mouth, it immediately seduces. Shafer knows it has to rise to expectations with this wine, and the 2001 does not disappoint. The fruit is spectacular, all cassis. The oak is rich, flamboyant and delicious. Structurally, the wine has the best tannin-acid structure Napa is capable of. Immediately delicious now, this wine should develop over the next 10 years.",Hillside Select,175,98,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 2001 Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2001-hillside-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Shafer
,White,US,"This  harsh, unbalanced wine tastes burnt and raisiny, with a medicinal finish.",Diamond Reserve,22,80,California,California Other,California,Harmony Cellars 2004 Diamond Reserve Pinot Gris (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmony-cellars-2004-diamond-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Harmony Cellars
,White,Argentina,"Pink and orange in color, a result of more extended skin contact. Slightly meaty and strange in flavor, with papaya and bread dough controlling the palate. Sort of sweet in the center; generally unfocused and weird. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",,10,80,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2005 Pinot Grigio (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2005-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-san-juan/,Pinot Grigio,2005,Graffigna
13.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet and grapey, with hints of olive and balsamic vinegar. Snappy cherry and raspberry flavors are raw and flow forward on a wave of sharp, saliva-inducing acids. Finishes with chocolate and baked fruit flavors.",El Talud,13,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Martinez Laorden 2004 El Talud  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-laorden-2004-el-talud-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Martinez Laorden
14,White,US,"Made in New York from Oregon grapes, this is one strange cat. The nose is full of almond butter and juice-like aromas, while the palate offers a weird mix of apple and spice. Not normal; too funky to score better. Strange stuff indeed.",,18,81,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Benmarl 2004 Pinot Grigio (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benmarl-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Benmarl
13,White,Italy,"Yellow in color and dull on the nose, with almost no fruit and a strong whiff of varnish. A big, bulky palate is devoid of flavor beyond some rudimentary citrus. Not worth the price.",Ai Palazzi,21,81,Veneto,Piave,,Masottina 2003 Ai Palazzi Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-2003-ai-palazzi-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Masottina
,White,US,"Sweet and insipid, with a heavy, gluey texture and flavors of stewed tree fruits.",,12,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Van Ruiten 2004 Pinot Gris (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-ruiten-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Gris,2004,Van Ruiten
12,White,US,"Green pea, herb and corn aromas are followed by a lean, lemony wine with an herbal finish.",,22,81,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Wölffer 2004 Pinot Gris (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-long-island/,Pinot Gris,2004,Wölffer
12.5,Red,Spain,"Rusty to the eye, with grassy, burnt aromas. Dilute berry flavors and a touch of weediness don't really help things along. Finishes fairly tart and green.",,15,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Señorío de P. Peciña 2003  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-p-pecina-2003-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Señorío de P. Peciña
13,Rose,Spain,"Dark in color, with heavy, awkward aromas. Quite plump in the mouth but wanting for flavor. There just isn't much to hang your hat on. Finishes with some pepper and bitterness.",Premium,15,81,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Vega Gitania 2003 Premium Rosé (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-gitania-2003-premium-rose-mentrida/,Rosé,2003,Vega Gitania
11.5,White,Italy,"An oxidized-like musky smell hits the nose, followed by burnt matchstick. Feels lean in the mouth. An example of unsuccessful Pinot Grigio bottle aging.     (I tasted both bottles).",,,81,,Delle Venezie,,Origin 2002 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Origin
,Red,US,"Simple and one-dimensional, with cherry flavors that finish slightly sweet, and a soft mouthfeel.",Private Reserve North Peyton Block,15,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2002 Private Reserve North Peyton Block Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2002-private-reserve-north-peyton-block-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Parkers Estate
13,White,Italy,"The alcohol seems very prominent and translates into notes of Marsala, marzipan, rum spongecake or ripe fruit doused with liquor. Those aromas seem to suggest slight oxidation.",,10,82,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Cantina Tavagnacco 2004 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tavagnacco-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Cantina Tavagnacco
11.5,White,Italy,"That extra year in the bottle seems to have dulled the wine's natural freshness leaving a musky, hummus-like element that is uncharacteristic of Pinot Grigio.",,12,82,,Delle Venezie,,Dellatorri 2003 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dellatorri-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Dellatorri
,Red,US,"Concept seems to be a junior Cain Five. This latest vintage has major problems. It's extremely dry and tannic, with lackluster fruit that just emphasizes the tart acids. Not going anywhere or offering much pleasure.",Concept,50,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cain 2002 Concept Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-2002-concept-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Cain
,Red,US,"Kind of rough in texture, with sandpapery tannins, and fruit that's a combination of too sweet cherry jam and raw green peppercorns, this is a rustic Merlot.",,17,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2003 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2003-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2003,Kenwood
12.7,White,Canada,"Just too lean and lemony to be really pleasurable, but it's a cleanly made, tart dry wine with hints of pear.",Estate Bottled,16,82,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Malivoire 2004 Estate Bottled Pinot Gris (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malivoire-2004-estate-bottled-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-niagara-peninsula/,Pinot Gris,2004,Malivoire
12,White,Italy,"Sweet corn dominates the nose. Tastes of underripe apricots and vague yellow vegetables. Turns a bit more sharp on the finish, with grapefruit taking over. Not a lot of style or flavor.",,7,82,,Delle Venezie,,Villa Fiore 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-fiore-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Villa Fiore
13,White,Italy,"A somewhat clumsy and disjointed wine with sulfur, matchstick and green notes that don't seem to blow off. It's not very exciting in the mouth either.",,16,82,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Ronchi di Manzano 2004 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronchi-manzano-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ronchi di Manzano
,White,US,"Too sweet in sugary flavor, and without the acidity to balance, this wine is cloying, despite some nice citrus, peach and fig flavors.",,14,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2004 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Mosby
,White,US,"There are some very unripe grapes here, to judge from the wintergreen and chlorophyll flavors. The wine is dry and tart on the finish.",,6,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Leaping Horse 2004 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-horse-2004-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2004,Leaping Horse
,White,US,"Despite its youth this wine is already taking on a tawny appearance, and the flavors are dusty, flat and tired. There's a curious, cotton candy sweetness in the mouth as the wine finishes.",,12,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 2004 Pinot Grigio (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Powers
12,White,Italy,"The nose is somewhat awkward with loads of thick honey and beeswax backed by a prominent vegetal smell that resembles stewed greens. It has a light straw color, lean consistency and medium finish.",,10,82,,Delle Venezie,,San Giulio 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giulio-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,San Giulio
13,Red,Spain,"Not much color, but a lot of aromatics in the form of milk chocolate, sawdust and coconut. Broad and woody on the palate, with light fruit flavors. A bunch more wood and butter comes forth on the finish. Leaves a somewhat leafy, wanting impression.",Vega del Rio - Joven,10,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Navajas 2003 Vega del Rio - Joven  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navajas-2003-vega-rio-joven-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Bodegas Navajas
13,Red,Spain,"Citrus peel and dried tree fruits define the nose. Raspberry and strawberry flavors are light-framed, while the palate feel is coarse due to hard tannins. Decent on a good day, with some grittiness to the finish.",Glorioso Roble,9,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2003 Glorioso Roble  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2003-glorioso-roble-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Bodegas Palacio
12.5,White,Italy,A touch of anise and melon on the dry nose. Distant pear on the palate with apple juice toward the finish. A touch metallic and more empty than full.,,8,82,,Delle Venezie,,Gilia 2004 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilia-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Gilia
11.5,White,Argentina,"Waxy and somewhat bland, with a touch of melon on the nose. Dilute apple and melon flavors on a full, thick palate. A lot of mouthfeel here and some stickiness. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",,6,82,Other,Famatina Valley,,Ezio 2004 Pinot Grigio (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ezio-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-famatina-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Ezio
,Red,US,"This represents everything I don't like in Zin. Sorry! Very high alcohol, nearly 16 percent, with Porty, raisiny flavors, it's more like a dessert wine.",Crescent,26,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2003 Crescent Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2003-crescent-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Midnight
11.5,White,Spain,"A sweet-styled wine with waxy, inoffensive aromas and flavors of cinnamon-tinged applesauce. Flat and candied; made from Pansa Blanca, a.k.a. Xarello.",Marqués de Alella Clasico,10,82,Catalonia,Alella,,Parxet 2004 Marqués de Alella Clasico Pansa Blanca (Alella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-2004-marques-alella-clasico-spanish-white-pansa-blanca-alella/,Pansa Blanca,2004,Parxet
11.5,White,Italy,"The first impression is a good one with ripe cantaloupe melon, pineapple and almond praline. But come back for a second whiff and the wine appears flat, bordering on oxidized, and is somewhat flabby in the mouth with a short finish.",,9,82,,Delle Venezie,,Origin 2003 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2003,Origin
,White,US,"There?s a caramel and butterscotch aroma, and then the wine turns a bit thin in the mouth, with modest citrus flavors that finish dry and tart.",,16,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midlife Crisis 2004 Pinot Grigio (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midlife-crisis-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Midlife Crisis
12.5,White,Australia,"Cologny, haylike aromas lead to a dilute palate, offering weak yellow fruit and meat flavors. Finishes short.",The Reserve,11,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2004 The Reserve Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2004-the-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Yellow Tail
12.5,Red,Spain,"Leather, raspberry and earth get it going. The fruit is on the sharp side, and the wine has a raw, snappy feel to it. Shows a bit of sweat and green. Not a Cabernet for the new American palate.",Criança,13,82,Catalonia,Penedès,,Joan Sardà 2001 Criança Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joan-sarda-2001-crianca-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Joan Sardà
12,White,Italy,"Rhubarb, daisy flowers, orange peel and candy smells emerge from this slightly copper-tinged wine. Although the nose is sure to spark lively conversation, the mouth is less interesting with sharp sourness on the finish.",,6,83,,Venezie,,Villa Malizia 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-malizia-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Villa Malizia
12,White,US,"Starts off with modest pear and pineapple scents, then delivers citrus and underripe pear flavors on the light-bodied palate. Tart and crisp on the finish.",,16,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2004 Pinot Grigio (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Martha Clara
13,Red,Spain,"Dull and rusty in color, with tree bark and other resiny aromas. Cherry and citrus tang carry the palate, which is tannic and wide. Finishes kind of tart and starchy. The overall impression is authentic but one of sharpness.",Crianza,14,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago del Vostal 2002 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-vostal-2002-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2002,Pago del Vostal
12,White,Italy,"Citrus and lemon zest are a recurring theme on this pulpy, grapefruit-driven new release from Click Wines. It's light, fresh and tangy, with only a modicum of depth. Inoffensive and snappy.",,15,83,,Venezie,,Bootleg 2004 Pinot Grigio (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bootleg-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Bootleg
12,White,Italy,"Moderate lemon and melon aromas to start, backed by apple, pineapple and a shock of lemon Pledge. Fresh enough, with an o.k. feel. Nothing special; good enough on its best day.",,9,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Kismet Cellars 2004 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kismet-cellars-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Kismet Cellars
,White,US,"This is very light, beery, a bit waxy too. Lange has made some excellent pinot gris over the years, but this is a rather simple and uninteresting effort.",,16,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Lange
12.5,White,Australia,"Aromas of pear, melon and white pepper are appealing enough. Offers very intense flavors of sour peach and citrus, and a slightly spritzy feel, on the palate.",,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2004 Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Yellow Tail
,White,Australia,"A lower-acid rendition of PG than you'll find in Oz, but it's also a pretty tart one. On the palate, peach pit and lemon pith flavors dominate, giving the wine a puckery flavor overall. A little cream on the finish makes it go down a little easier.",,20,83,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Punt Road 2004 Pinot Gris (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punt-road-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-yarra-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Punt Road
,Red,US,"Pop a steak on the grill and enjoy this robust wine. A blend of Dry Creek, Russian River, Alexander Valley and Knights Valley fruit, with a little Paso Robles thrown in for good measure, it's classic Zin, dry, fruity and peppery. Those cherry-berry flavors will sing against the charbroiled smoky richness of beef.",Sonoma Heritage Vines,18,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rancho Zabaco 2003 Sonoma Heritage Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2003-sonoma-heritage-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Rancho Zabaco
,White,US,"Thick and peachy, with the weight of Roussanne (19%) married to the elegance of the Viognier (81%), this barrel-fermented, oak-aged wine displays intense fruit flavors of apricot, white peach and citrus. Round and fleshy, it retains sufficient acid to prevent a flabby impression. A nice kiss of vanilla sends it on its way.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bergevin Lane 2004 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2004,Bergevin Lane
,White,US,"Like a good, unoaked Sauvignon Blanc, this wine is very dry and high in acids, with citrus, apricot and mineral flavors that make you think of oysters. It's a very good wine, and showcases the enormous possibilities of this variety in California.",,16,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2004 Albariño (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2004-albarino-central-valley-lodi/,Albariño,2004,Bokisch
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Straightforward and easygoing, with pure apple and pear aromas. Sort of jumpy and youthful, with a fresh but foamy mouthfeel that is as much Sprite/7-Up as it is classic-method spumante. Forward apple and citrus flavors are clean and light, and if complexity is a bit lacking there's enough forward, tasty fruit to more than make up for it. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Gran Cuvée Brut,54,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2000 Gran Cuvée Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2000-gran-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Bellavista
,Red,US,"This Cab, from a vintage that has been criticized for a perceived lack of longevity, is still chugging right along. Smoky and toasty on the nose, it adds flavors of superripe fruit on the palate: dates, figs and prunes. Richly textured, with a long, still-chewy finish. Drink now–2010.",Jack London Vineyard,,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1997 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Sharp, youthful, tart and spicy, this fresh, lively Sangio is spiced up with citrus rind and tangy berries. The blend includes 22% Syrah.",,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2003 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2003-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2003,Leonetti Cellar
,White,US,"Nicely crafted and a bit riper than the regular Sauvignon, this fruit-driven wine adds light butterscotch and hints of wood spice to the basic citrus and apple flavors. The acids taste like fresh-squeezed Meyer lemons.",Horse Heaven Vineyard,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-horse-heaven-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Petite Sirah at its best aspires to be rich, full-bodied and opulent. This is that kind of wine. It has flavors of red stone fruits and berries, thick, dusty, ageworthy tannins, and is bone dry. It also can't quite shake its basically rustic nature, which this wine celebrates instead of trying to hide.",Vyborny Vineyards,25,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Deux Amis 2002 Vyborny Vineyards Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-amis-2002-vyborny-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2002,Deux Amis
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Dry enough, but still just a touch sweet and candied, and doesn't that fit the model for extra dry? Full in the mouth, with citrus, a spot of mineral and purity. It's quite simple, but still it has just enough of an elevated quality to rank with the best of the bunch. Imported by VinUS Inc.",Extra Dry,12,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Foss Marai NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Foss Marai
,Red,US,"Shows refinement in the well-managed tannins that lead to a soft, richly complex mouthfeel. The flavors are ripe and tasteful, suggesting blackberry tea, wild cherries, cocoa and cinnamon, with a sweet tang of oak. This is an easy wine to savor.",,28,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,David Girard 2003 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-girard-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2003,David Girard
13.5,Red,Chile,"Begins with roasted, smoky aromas that morph straight to deep black fruit. Cassis and black cherry form a solid flavor core, and there's plenty of tannin and toast on the finish. Very solid and one of the best efforts yet from this label. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,18,88,Maipo Valley,,,Peñalolen 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Peñalolen
,White,US,"Here's a tasty, tangy Viognier with lots of nice fruit and wildflower flavors, a richly creamy texture and an oaky veneer. It's very well balanced, and strikes just the right tone for this often exotic variety.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2004 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2004-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2004,Calcareous
,Red,US,"Paso Cabernets are expected to be soft. This one is, but it's also complex and delicious. It lacks the structural elegance of the North Coast, but compels with ripe blackberry, chocolate, anise and spice flavors. They attract immediately and last through a long finish.",Reserve,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Calcareous
,Red,France,"A soft style of wine, with some oak, licorice and pepper flavors. The wine is smooth, fresh and fruity, although the presence of some concentrated tannins does give it the potential of aging. Imported by Opici Import Company.",Vieilles Vignes,45,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Brotte 2003 Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotte-2003-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Brotte
,White,US,"Light and buttery, with baked apple fruit and notes of cinnamon; it sounds more like a breakfast pastry than a wine but the flavors are soft and pleasant and it all hangs together well.",Janine's Vineyard,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2003 Janine's Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2003-janines-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Cave B
,White,US,"The regular Chard was released last spring. The Reserve, out now, is quite a better wine. It's rich, oaky and creamy, with a great big burst of tropical fruit and peach flavors and scads of sweet cinnamon and vanilla on the finish.",Reserve,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2003-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,William Hill Estate
,White,US,"Tasted  with Talbott's wickedly decadent 2002 Cuvée Cynthia. This is a more eccentric wine, showing its extra year of age, and that is its strength and its weakness. The fruit is turning autumn leafy, with hints of oregano and dill, but is bone dry and clean.",Diamond T Estate,65,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 2001 Diamond T Estate Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2001-diamond-t-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2001,Talbott
,White,US,"Lots of tangerine cream, pineapple custard and other tropical fruit flavors in this dry, very crisp wine. The acidity works so well to brighten and boost the fruity flavors. Try as a delicious alternative to Chard.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2004 Pinot Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2004-pinot-blanc-sonoma-county/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Valley of the Moon
,White,US,"This is obviously a cool climate Chard, to judge from the brisk acids, citrusy flavors and hint of minerality that makes the wine bracing and strong. Yet oak and lees lend softening, complexing notes.",Sonoma Reserve,12,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Turning Leaf 2003 Sonoma Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2003-sonoma-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Turning Leaf
,Red,US,"Here's a Syrah that impresses for its complexity and depth. It's dark, full-bodied and fully dry, with a rich tannic structure carrying berry-cherry flavors with a spicy, peppery edge. Sure is an easy wine to drink with roast pork or grilled lamb.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2002 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2002,San Simeon
,Red,US,"This is a good price for a Cab that's dry, balanced and elegant. It's obviously not a blockbuster, but the way the cherry, and blackberry flavors interact with oak and dried herbs makes the wine charming and even complex.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Liberty School 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Liberty School
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Lemonade-like sweetness on the nose is enhanced by notes of green herbs. Flavors of pineapple and nectarine carry the palate, while the finish is quick and clean. Adequately round and thorough. Solid and entirely functional. Imported by La Gioiosa USA.",Brut,12,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Sparkling Blend,,Villa Sandi
,Red,US,"This is a pretty nice Pinot that straddles the line between complex and simple. It's very dry and tart with acids, with an earthy, mushroomy profile that carries notes of cherries, blackberries and oak. A good price for a wine of this quality from this appellation.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Taft Street 2003 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Taft Street
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Toasty to the point of having a popcorn-like quality, but in between those toasted, buttery notes you'll find zesty lemon and apple. Solid if a bit of a one-note pony, but it's spunky and clean, and the overall impression is largely positive. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Riserva Brut,15,87,,Trento,,Rotari 2000 Riserva Brut Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-2000-riserva-brut-sparkling-trento-49908/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Rotari
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Herbal and spicy, with lactic notes and ripe blueberry aromas. Quite fruity and sprawling, with big plum and berry flavors. Thick in the mouth and large on the finish, with syrup and just enough acid to keep it balanced. Imported by Southern Wine Group.",,19,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Martino 2002 Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martino-2002-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2002,Martino
,Red,US,"This is a good, fairly complex Cab that's likeable and balanced. It show fine blackberry and cherry flavors, with a good tannin-acid balance and some nice oak. Drink now.",Jefferson Cuvée,34,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 2002 Jefferson Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2002-jefferson-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Monticello Vineyards
,Red,France,"Shows surprising elegance for a wine from Santenay, with delicate black cherry flavors couched in layers of cinnamon and clove. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",Clos Rousseau Premier Cru,35,87,Burgundy,Santenay,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003 Clos Rousseau Premier Cru  (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-clos-rousseau-premier-cru-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
,Red,US,"Delicato is going upscale with new brands, and this is one of them. From a proven source for Pinot, this single-vineyard wine is dry, elegant, and a fine exemplar of what the Highlands can do. Hitting all the right notes, all this wine needs is greater concentration or intensity.",Sarmento Vineyard,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Aliento Del Sol 2003 Sarmento Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aliento-sol-2003-sarmento-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Aliento Del Sol
,White,US,"A light style, with nuances of cilantro, fresh greens, citrus, lime and pineapple. Clean and persistent, with good acid and light but true-to-varietal grassiness.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alexandria Nicole 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2004-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Alexandria Nicole
,Red,US,"Dry Creek Vineyard knows Zin, and it shows in this dry, balanced and attractive wine. It has Zin's briary, brambly berry richness, with smooth tannins and a complex mouthfeel. As good as it is, it would be even better with greater intensity of fruit.",Heritage,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Heritage Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-heritage-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
12,Sparkling,France,"A lot of vanilla and cotton candy on the nose, and that's backed by sweet melon and strawberry flavors. Sweetness is a recurring theme, and although it's lively and has good mouthfeel, it's not as dry as we'd like. Best if you prefer a sweet-dosage style. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Grand Brut Rosé,70,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Grand Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-grand-brut-rose-champagne-48616/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
,White,US,"Hendry's vineyard, located west of Napa city, is in a cool location, and vital acidity marks this wine. It has green apple and cinnamon spice flavors, while oak adds the usual smoke and vanilla complexities.",Unoaked,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2004 Unoaked Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2004-unoaked-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Hendry
,Sparkling,US,"Years of lees contact have made this bubbly soft, creamy and complex, although it still has a crisp spine of acidity. The flavors are rich and doughy, with a ripe finish of strawberries and peaches. It's a little sweet, and should hold well for several years.",L'Etoile Brut,37,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Domaine Chandon 1999 L'Etoile Brut Sparkling (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-1999-letoile-brut-sparkling-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Domaine Chandon
,Red,US,"There's lots to like in this ripe, flashy, fleshy Cab-based wine. The  cassis and chocolate flavors are rich, and so are the tannins. However, it's a little too soft, and could benefit from additional depth and complexity.",Estate,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cloud View 2002 Estate Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloud-view-2002-estate-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Cloud View
,Red,Australia,"A bit plummy and chocolaty, but it also has herbal and floral notes to add complexity. What this wine lacks next to its big brother the Cabernet is weight and density; it's a charming, supple wine that closes with crisp acids.",Trinders,16,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2003 Trinders Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2003-trinders-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Cape Mentelle
13.4,White,US,"Crisp and clean, with aromas and flavors that blend nectarine and grapefruit. Shows ample weight on the palate, yet finishes tart and refreshing.",Peter Mondavi Family,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2004 Peter Mondavi Family Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2004-peter-mondavi-family-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Charles Krug
,White,US,"You never know what you're going to get in a California Roussanne. This one's dry, very crisp in acidity and complex, with citrus, honeysuckle, white apricot and spice flavors. Try as a substitute for an oaky Sauvignon Blanc.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2004 Roussanne (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2004-roussanne-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Roussanne,2004,Bonterra
,White,US,"Apple sauce, peach purée, buttercream, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors characterize this tasty Napa Chard. It has a scour of refreshing acidity and a long, pleasant, fairly complex finish.",,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Stags' Leap Winery
13,Red,Chile,"From Bisquertt, this is a saturated, earthy, berry-packed version of Carmenère. The palate is ripe and fruity, with a ton of spunky berry fruit wrapped in a nice coating of smooth oak. Chocolate and raisin flavors are nice finishing notes. Complete stuff, with just a tiny bit of outlying acidity.",Casa La Joya Gran Reserve,13,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2002 Casa La Joya Gran Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2002-casa-joya-gran-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2002,Viña Bisquertt
,Red,US,"With nearly 16% alcohol, this is a heady wine, but it's dry and balanced, and doesn't taste hot. There are very deep and attractive flavors of blackberries, set in a softly tannic, oak-tinged texture. A great barbecue wine.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Rideau 2003 Sangiovese (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2003-sangiovese-central-coast/,Sangiovese,2003,Rideau
14,Red,Australia,"This wine's flavors are dark and interesting, but folks looking for a full-throttle, superrich wine should just keep browsing. Lifted black and blueberry fruit on the nose.  On the palate, smoke, chewy cherry and bitter chocolate flavors are couched in a dusty feel. Lessens in intensity toward the back end, but it's still very attractive. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,25,88,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-nagambie-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Tahbilk
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Rich and sweet, with kirsch and blueberry fruit aromas mixed with molasses and marzipan. It keeps that sweet profile on the palate, where baked plum, brandied prune and fruitcake take over. Finishes fairly spicy and chocolaty, with a saturated, meaty body. Imported by The San Francisco Wine Exchange.",,18,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Salentein 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Salentein
,Red,US,"The blend is Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Carignane on this enjoyable mélange. It could be anything, but is awfully good, with its rich, ripe tannins and smooth flavors of berries, cherries and coffee. Drink whenever you need something dry and full bodied.",Field Blend,30,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Ranch 2002 Field Blend Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2002-field-blend-red-napa-oakville/,Red Blend,2002,Oakville Ranch
14,Red,Chile,"For those who like fruit over oak, this 50/50 blend, a marriage you don't see very often, is just what the doctor ordered. The Cab component sees a year in barrel; the Syrah no wood at all. The end result is a juicy, pure wine that sports blueberry and cassis as well as a touch of savory spice. Perfect for pizza or a barbecue. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2003 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2003-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2003,MontGras
,Red,France,"A ripely perfumed wine that shows power, but also delicious fresh, red fruits. There is a purity to the fruit character which, with the acidity, gives a vibrancy and lift to the wine. Already drinkable, it should develop well over the medium term of 5 years. Imported by Vintage 59 Imports LLC.",,37,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine des Sénéchaux 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-senechaux-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine des Sénéchaux
,Sparkling,US,"Soft (for bubbly), light, young and showing pretty flavors of cherry candy. It's 100% Pinot Noir, a bit foamy in the glass, but smooth and lingering, though light as a summer breeze.",Brut Rosé,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 2003 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2003-brut-rose-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Argyle
,Red,US,"From a winery that takes Sangiovese seriously comes this dry, tannic, bitter, Chianti-like interpretation. It has California-ripe cherry flavors, but the acidity is high and cutting enough to easily handle olive oil, butter or beef.",Grand Reserve,28,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2001 Grand Reserve Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2001-grand-reserve-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2001,Amador Foothill Winery
,Dessert,US,"This is a supersweet wine, and who doesn't like fabulously sweet flavors of cherries, gingerbread, toffee, caramel, white chocolate and plum pudding? Fortunately, there's good acidity for balance. It's a little rustic, but the decadence ultimately rules.",Zinfandel Port,45,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2001 Zinfandel Port Port (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2001-zinfandel-port-port-blend-port-central-coast-paso-robles/,Port,2001,Hunt Cellars
,Red,US,"Just beginning to drop its fruit, making the focus now on earth and tobacco flavors. This doesn't seem as ripe as the '94, but shows a bit more structure, ending on a slightly astringent note. Drink up.",Jack London Vineyard,,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1995 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1995-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Chunky, solid effort showing aggressive whiskey barrel scents and some heat in the finish. Young, tannic and chewy. At this point the Ciel shows more elegance and integration, but the Tapteil is distinctive and ageworthy.",Tapteil Vineyard Red Wine,37,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2002 Tapteil Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2002-tapteil-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2002,Cadence
14,Red,Australia,"This Rhône blend (half Shiraz, with Mataro and Grenache evenly split in the remainder) really does taste French, rather than Australian. This is a very good wine, one that offers sour but plump black plum fruit with a tobaccoey, herbaceous edge. It almost needs a “If you don't like Crozes-Hermitage, keep shopping” warning label; suits me just fine. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Harmony,36,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Mt. Billy 2002 Harmony Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-billy-2002-harmony-red-barossa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Mt. Billy
,Red,US,"The winery's Walla Walla bottling, though it accounts for less than a tenth of the 9,000- case production, is far more substantial and varietal than the Columbia Valley Merlot. Thick, chalky tannins, chewy blueberry/cherry fruit, good weight and length bring some power to what is otherwise a straightforward, rather tannic wine.",,60,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Northstar 2002 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2002,Northstar
12,Sparkling,France,"Rather yeasty, with sweet, candied citrus aromas. To the eye, it bubbles like a fountain, and in the mouth it's foamy. The flavor profile is apple and tart berries, while the finish is fairly mute but clean. Very good on its own but in the realm of top-flight vintage Champagne, it doesn't make the penthouse grade. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Cuvée Palmes d'Or Brut,110,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 1996 Cuvée Palmes d'Or Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-1996-cuvee-palmes-dor-brut-champagne-49178/,Champagne Blend,1996,Nicolas Feuillatte
,Red,US,"A clean, bright Lem, pushing up loads of raspberry and sweet blackberry aromas, and framing the fruit with crisp natural acid. It might be mistaken for Grenache, meaty but less rustic than most Lembergers. Laying off the new oak helps; this got just four months in neutral barrels. 55 cases made.",,21,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alexandria Nicole 2001 Lemberger (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2001-other-red-lemberger-columbia-valley-wa/,Lemberger,2001,Alexandria Nicole
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Slightly drier than your average extra dry, with aromas of soda crackers and sugared pastry. The palate deals apple and just-ripe nectarine along with notes of white pepper and citrus pith. Almost toasty in the end, with a shot of fresh celery. Imported by VinUS Inc.",Cuvèe Brut,18,88,Italy Other,Italy,,Foss Marai NV Cuvèe Brut White (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-cuvee-brut-white-other/,White Blend,,Foss Marai
,Red,US,"Phelps practically owns the patent on red Rhône blends with Mistral, consistently a wine that offers not only immediate pleasure but depth and complexity. Sourcing the grapes from Monterey makes economic as well as terroir sense. The wine is dry, rich, succulent, balanced and well oaked.",Le Mistral,30,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Joseph Phelps 2003 Le Mistral Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2003-le-mistral-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Joseph Phelps
,Red,US,"Tasted beside Stemmler's estate Pinot, this one's richer and more concentrated, but very similar, even though it's from a different appellation, suggesting a consistent winemaker approach. It's medium-bodied and silky, with ripe rhubarb, cola and cherry-pie flavors finished with oak and vanilla. Drink this elegant and complex wine now.",Nugent Vineyard,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Robert Stemmler 2002 Nugent Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2002-nugent-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Robert Stemmler
,White,US,"Intensity is the name of the game with this superripe, opulent Roussanne, with its flamboyant flavors of ripe white peach, apricot, nectarine and vanilla spice. The wine is dry and creamy. Try as an alternative to a rich Chardonnay.",In-Circle Cellar Club,48,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rideau 2004 In-Circle Cellar Club Roussanne (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-in-circle-cellar-club-roussanne-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Roussanne,2004,Rideau
,Red,US,"This is not one of your big, opulent Napa Cabs. The decision seems to have been made to rein it in, keep it drier and tarter and, in theory, more elegant and ageworthy. It does boast good cherry and cassis fruit and oak, and is thoroughly dry.",Generations,70,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2001 Generations Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2001-generations-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Raymond
15,Red,US,"There's tremendous flavor in this wine, with its depth charges of blackberries and jammy currants, cherries and spicy plums and spiced coffee. The tannins are wonderfully smooth and intricate. It could be a little firmer in acids, though, because it's very soft and melted.",Oroppas,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 2002 Oroppas Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2002-oroppas-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,St. Clement
,Red,US,"This Klipsun vineyard/Red Mountain Cab is thickly tannic and showing fairly strong herbal/black olive flavors, along with wild berry. Big and a bit rugged, but great for steaks.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Seven Hills
5,Sparkling,Italy,"A luminous, golden wine with intense mineral and chalkboard aromatics backed by less intense honey, earthy, musty and fruity smells. Floral notes do not emerge strong on the nose, but they certainly do in the mouth, where sweet honeysuckle lingers on a foamy finish. A true specimen of the Moscato Bianco di Canelli grape from a 15-hectare, family-run vineyard near Calosso. Imported by Vinilandia USA.",Volo di Farfalle,17,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Scagliola 2004 Volo di Farfalle  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scagliola-2004-volo-farfalle-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Scagliola
,White,US,"More stainless steel fermentation than in previous vintages brings out the bright, round, fruity character. Winemaker Bob Bertheau shows his California palate, shying away from the grassy, pungent side of the grape, building instead a crisp, fragrant and lightly spiced white wine with popular appeal.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13.5,White,Australia,"Smells like fresh whipping cream and melon, and the flavors are similar, but edged in some white pepper. This is a lithe Viognier, not a fat, alcoholic one, with a bony, dusty spine that stays the fresh-and-balanced course through the finish. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",,17,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Craneford 2004 Viognier (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2004-viognier-adelaide-hills/,Viognier,2004,Craneford
,White,US,"There is not much botrytis character in 2004, but this is a solidly made late harvest wine whose 5.6% residual sugar is neither sugary nor jagged. Substantial and lined with citrus zest, the round, peachy fruit holds down the center and finishes with a smooth, not fat, lick of sweetness.",Winemaker's Collection Late Harvest,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2004 Winemaker's Collection Late Harvest Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2004-winemakers-collection-late-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2004,Covey Run
,White,US,"Rich and round, this young wine is still showing the edges of its new oak, but offers crisp apple and pear flavors along with the vanilla, toast and hazelnut of the wood, and balanced acidity. The sharpness should smooth out with additional bottle age.",Winemaker's Collection,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2004 Winemaker's Collection Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2004-winemakers-collection-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2004,Covey Run
,Red,US,"Pungent and assertive with spice, pepper, juniper and lemon oil, this is a potent style of Syrah, lifted and high toned, that may not have universal appeal. Distinctive, tannic and clearly showing its Viognier and Roussanne components, this leaves a lingering impression of orange peel and white pepper.",Winemaker's Collection,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2002 Winemaker's Collection Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2002-winemakers-collection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2002,Covey Run
,Red,France,"This is the family estate of local negociant Laurent Brotte. It is a fine, fruity wine, with good dusty tannins that show some touches of caramel and spice, along with black fruits and herbs. A classic, traditional style, with some good juicy fruits. Imported by Opici Import Company.",,33,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Barville 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-barville-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Barville
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The nose is ripe with floral, fruit, honey and those trademark soapy notes with rose petal, dried grass and citrus in the mouth. A beautiful single-vineyard wine from Terzo d'Acqui with a creamy texture and a saccharine-sweet finish. Imported by Distillerie Stock USA, LTD.",I Morelli,12,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Dezzani 2004 I Morelli  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dezzani-2004-i-morelli-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Dezzani
,Red,US,"Fifteen percent is the new 13 percent of alcohol in Zinfandel, but if you can handle the headiness, this is a good choice. Rich and earthy, with the taste of fresh berries picked from bushes at the height of summer, this Zin is perfect for barbecue.",,19,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Deux Amis 2002 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-amis-2002-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2002,Deux Amis
,Red,US,"Firm and spicy, with a lovely spine of tight flavors running right through the middle of the palate. Light fruits—strawberry, rhubarb, melon and red plum—lead through a long, elegant finish.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla 2003 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2003,Walla Walla
,White,US,"Oakville is beginning to come out with some pretty interesting Sauvignon Blancs, and this is one of them. Good as it is, I wish it were more concentrated, because it would be fabulous. It's crisp, clean, bone dry and complex, with a swirl of citrus, peach, green herb, tobacco, mineral and oak flavors leading to a satisfying finish.",,16,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Turnbull
,White,US,"There's a lot going on in this dry, tart wine, with its vivid flavors of gooseberry, lime, grapefruit and passion fruit. From a single vineyard, it possesses an intensity and focus that make it particularly enjoyable.",Poplar Vineyard,15,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Taft Street 2004 Poplar Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2004-poplar-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Taft Street
,Red,US,"This high-toned wine is packed with supple, juicy fruit, big and round and ripe. It's almost half Lemberger, Washington's answer to Zinfandel, and it has been vinified in neutral oak for full fruit impact. The vineyard sources—Klipsun, Champoux and Sheridan—are exceptional for a “mutt” wine.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),OS Winery 2003 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2003-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,OS Winery
,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is three-quarters Cab Franc, the rest Cab Sauvignon and Merlot. It shows some volatility along with berry, tobacco and espresso scents in the nose. Light fruit flavors of berries, strawberries and melon can be found; finishing with somewhat rough-and-tumble tannins.",Champoux Vineyard,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),OS Winery 2003 Champoux Vineyard Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2003-champoux-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,OS Winery
,White,US,"Soft and broad, with rich flavors of butter cookie, toasted coconut, baked pear and light citrus. Just 500 cases were made.",Reserve,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"Rich in fruit and soft, this is a Pinot that seems to be giving its best now. It's dry and elegant, with cola, cherry, mocha and spice flavors, and a silky texture. Finishes with enough grippy tannins to enjoy with rich fare, like lamb.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8,42,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-8-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Foxen
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Pink grapefruit, peach, mint candy, rose petal, chamomile, mineral tones and dried grass make for a surprisingly complex nose. Correct in every way, including bubble persistency, liveliness and impact in the mouth. Watch out for this producer's excellent Moscato Passito and red wines as well. Imported by Vin Divino.",Bricco Quaglia,18,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,La Spinetta 2004 Bricco Quaglia  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinetta-2004-bricco-quaglia-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,La Spinetta
14.5,Red,Australia,"This wine follows the “give the people what they want” formula to a T, and does it very well. It smells like blackberry jam and is moderate in size, with a core of plums and berries. Nut and toast nuances on the finish are the bow on the package. Imported by Aussie Imports.",,29,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Ranfurlys Way 2001 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ranfurlys-way-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2001,Ranfurlys Way
,Red,US,"Shows all the hallmarks of this appellation without being a great, complex wine. The acids are crisp, brightening cherry, rhubarb and tobacco flavors that are well-oaked. The wine is dry, silky and elegant, with a good depth of flavor. Drink now.",,27,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2002 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2002-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2002,Sanford
13.5,Red,France,"More obviously structured than many of these 2003s, with black cherry, plum, earth and vanilla framed by ample tannins. Tobacco and black tea flavors linger on the long, intense finish.",Chaînes Carteaux Premier Cru,69,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003 Chaînes Carteaux Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-chaines-carteaux-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
14,Red,Australia,"Very dark in color. This wine's aromas are pretty straightforward, just red berry and wood. On the palate, there's red fruit and earth. The highlight here is the wine's velvety, wooly texture. It's mainstream, yes, but it's food-friendly and tasty. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",Reserve,13,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Jacob's Creek
,Red,US,"This Cab is a little soft, and not all that fruity, so the dry tannins stick out, but it's so balanced and understated that it's a natural to accompany good food without overshadowing it. The cherry, cassis, herb and coffee flavors are lightly seasoned with oak. Drink now.",Estate,38,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Icaria Creek 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/icaria-creek-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Icaria Creek
12,Sparkling,France,"Strong-willed and forward, with a mild sherry note but mostly fresh apple fruit as its driving force. Green apple and citrus dominate the palate, which is a bit aggressive and soda-like. Big and toasty late, with even more spunk. A rambunctious wine. Imported by Vranken America.",Diamant Blanc,100,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Diamant Blanc  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-diamant-blanc-champagne-50007/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,White,US,"Solid, fresh with succulent fruit hinting at white peaches and a dusting of cinnamon and sweet spice. Finishes with good length and hints of honey, tea and apricot. Nice effort.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chinook 2003 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chinook-2003-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2003,Chinook
,Red,US,"A success in the still-improving red wine lineup, the 2002 reserve is built upon grapes from the winery's Cold Creek vineyard—its most substantial, ageworthy grapes—and has a welcome precision and focus missing from the rest of the lineup. Good acid and a fine-tuned nerve structure, the tart fruit carries notes of leaf, anise and gravel, with green tea tannins through the long finish. 1,000 cases made.",Reserve,36,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"This Meritage blend includes 10% Merlot and 20% Malbec. It is a soft, chocolaty wine with bright raspberry/cherry fruit and plenty of new oak flavors. The oak is still tough and bitter; it has not had sufficient time to soften. 1,500 cases made.",Artist Series,48,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2002 Artist Series Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2002-artist-series-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2002,Chateau Ste. Michelle
5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a gem of a family-run winery and a refreshing discovery in the Asti area. Following a selection of international and local varieties in the producer's portfolio, the Giorgia Moscato d'Asti is thick with spring flowers, mimosa and jasmine. Apricot and kiwi are tightly packed around a dessert wine with just enough acidity to keep it perky and interesting. Imported by Banville & Jones Wine Merchants.",Giorgia,15,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Cascina La Ghersa 2004 Giorgia  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-2004-giorgia-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Cascina La Ghersa
13.5,Red,Chile,"Deep in color, with sweet, rich aromas that revolve around molasses and bacon but fold in plum, blackberry and toast. For the price this is an excellent wine, and price notwithstanding it's very good. The black fruit is ripe, the feel just right. Just short of lush but full.",Casa La Joya Reserve,9,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2003 Casa La Joya Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2003-casa-joya-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2003,Viña Bisquertt
,Sparkling,US,"Rich and full-bodied, this Pinot Noir-dominated wine has a cherry and strawberry flavor along with the doughy yeast and vanilla. It's also a little sweet, but crisp, tingly acidity balances that. Bottom line: deliciously drinkable.",Étoile Rosé,45,88,California,North Coast,Mendocino-Napa-Sonoma,Domaine Chandon 2000 Étoile Rosé  (Mendocino-Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2000-etoile-rose-sparkling-north-coast-mendocino-napa-sonoma/,Champagne Blend,2000,Domaine Chandon
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Clean and attractive, with seductive honey, melon and ripe peach flavors. Not as lively or aggressive as some, but that can be construed as a virtue. Sweet inthat likable extra dry sense. Imported by Vias Imports.",Cartizze,44,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore,,Bisol NV Cartizze  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisol-nv-cartizze-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene-superiore/,Prosecco,,Bisol
,Red,US,"A very pretty nose to begin, promising some lushness and showing a mix of sweet fruit and a whiff of smoke. In the mouth there are peppery highlights, dry tannins, flavors of strawberry and light melon, and a hint of herb.",Winemaker's Collection,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2002 Winemaker's Collection Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2002-winemakers-collection-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Covey Run
,White,US,"Barrel fermented in neutral oak, this Roussanne/Viognier/Marsanne blend is full and pungent with apricot, peach and cooked pear flavors. The fruit is nicely set off against cinnamon spice; it's a bit like drinking a baked apple tart, without the sugar. There is some kick to the finish.",Destiny Ridge Vineyard Shepard's Mark White,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alexandria Nicole 2004 Destiny Ridge Vineyard Shepard's Mark White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2004-destiny-ridge-vineyard-shepards-mark-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Alexandria Nicole
11,Sparkling,Italy,"No surprises here; just good, clean fun. The nose is fresh as a spring garden and the palate delivers nothing but pure lemon-lime. The feel and bubble bead are lively and friendly, while the finish is crisp, smooth and somewhat long. Mildly sweet but not at all cloying. Imported by Astoria.",Cuvée Tenuta Val de Brun,13,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Astoria 2004 Cuvée Tenuta Val de Brun  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2004-cuvee-tenuta-val-brun-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2004,Astoria
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,One of the best recognized Italian Moscato d'Astis in the U.S.and for good reason. Young winemaking brothers with I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano work under the guidance of Piedmont's historic Ceretto to produce a lusciously sweet semisparkler with vivid white flowers and stone fruits. A correct and consistent wine year after year. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.,I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano,20,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Ceretto 2004 I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2004-i-vignaioli-santo-stefano-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Ceretto
,Red,US,"Sweet and tangy, with clean, pretty cherry and blackberry fruit. This is nicely balanced, with the oak pulled back a bit and the fruit taking the spotlight. A young, supple, silky and well-crafted 100% varietal Merlot.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Fidelitas
,Red,US,"You'll find a pretty good hit of dry, sticky tannins in this single-vineyard wine. They enclose a solid core of ripe blackberry and cherry fruit flavors that have been well-oaked. Try now with a good steak, or cellar for three to five years.",Beau Terre Vineyard,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hill Family Estate 2002 Beau Terre Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-family-estate-2002-beau-terre-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Hill Family Estate
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,An upfront and genuine dessert wine with a refreshing mineral prelude that yields to lush floral and stone fruit roundness. Zippy and slightly tart in the mouth with lots of foam and overall prettiness. Imported by Winebow.,,21,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Prunotto 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Prunotto
,Red,US,"Shows true Cabernet character in the dry, smooth tannins, rich, full-bodied mouthfeel and harmonious flavors of black currants, coffee and oak. It all comes together to make a polished, soft wine. Drink now through 2008.",Estate Robert's Blend,75,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Ranch 2001 Estate Robert's Blend Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2001-estate-roberts-blend-red-napa-oakville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Oakville Ranch
14.5,Red,Portugal,"A bit crisper and lighter in weight than top vintages of this wine, but pleasing nevertheless, with cedar, herb and cherry flavors that merge harmoniously on the finish. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",,50,88,Douro,,,Quinta do Vale Meão 2002 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-meao-2002-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2002,Quinta do Vale Meão
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Purple in color, with oaky aromas manifested in the form of sawdust, cinnamon and chocolate. Ripe berry and plum notes carry the toasty palate, and the finish comes back with additional chocolate, toast and vanilla. Rich and solid. Imported by Southern Wine Group.",,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Durigutti 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durigutti-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Durigutti
,Red,France,"With vines in Gigondas, Vacqueyras and Côtes-du-Rhône, the Chouvet family has 103 acres, with vinification being the charge of Helene Chouvet. This is a ripe, juicy, fruity, relatively soft style of wine, with some new wood, that only hints at the tannins and the earthy flavors that are beneath the surface. Imported by Exceptional Wines.",,33,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Fontavin 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fontavin-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Fontavin
,Red,France,"With some dense tannins and black bitter chocolate flavors, this sets out to be a wine with ageability. That comes through also in the touch of wood and juicy red fruits. Touches of herbs and spices are already present, but this wine should mature well over 10 years.",,,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Giraud 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-giraud-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Giraud
,Red,US,"The house style is readily apparent here:  red fruits, whiffs of cocoa, light herb and a hint of pickle barrel. Tastes good, comes together well, but hard to distinguish from the reserve cab, which seems to have just a bit more stuffing.",Walter Clore Reserve Red,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2002 Walter Clore Reserve Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2002-walter-clore-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Columbia Crest
,Red,New Zealand,"With a core fashioned from older clonal material, this wine doesn't have quite the same vibrancy and fruit of some flashier counterparts. What it does have is some wonderful underbrushy complexity: earth, mushrooms, bracken and spice, balanced by just enough cola and cherry fruit. Finishes wiry and a bit herbal.",,29,88,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cloudy Bay
,Red,US,"Soft, super-fruity and dry, this is built along Cabernet lines, with ripe flavors of blackberries, cherries and blueberries, and deliciously sweet oak. The tannins are lush, the acids are soft, and the finish has wild herbs sprinkled with white pepper.",,35,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2003 Petite Sirah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2003-petite-sirah-central-coast/,Petite Sirah,2003,Clos La Chance
,White,US,"Floral, fragrant and smelling of peaches and apricots, accented with honeysuckle. The addition of just 1% Gewürz may have lifted the nose a bit. Though it's labeled dry, it is in fact off-dry, at 1.5% residual sugar. Full-bodied, flavorful and blessed with a long finish of mint, flowers and lime.",Dry,7,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2004 Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2004-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2004,Covey Run
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Interesting from the start, where crushed vitamin, orange pulp and some warm dust make for an atypical but solid bouquet. As always, the palate is forward and fresh, with nectarine and citrus pith. Solid on the back end, with a bit of lemony heft. Imported by Vias Imports.",Crede Brut,18,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bisol NV Crede Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisol-nv-crede-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Bisol
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Not an intense nose, but an attractive one with floral and fruity layers. There's chalk, peach and generous cream in the mouth, which beg for all kinds of cream or custard-based desserts. Imported by 5 Star Importers.",,8,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Bersano 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersano-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Bersano
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Clearly more serious than average, with light apple and honey aromas that are followed nicely by lime, apple and white-pepper flavors. Rather round, with freshness and a solid mouthfeel. For cava this is fairly classy and elevated. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Brut Heredad Reserva,20,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Heredad Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-heredad-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
13.5,Red,France,"Smoky and cedary, gradually opening to reveal bright cherries and some meaty nuances. It's medium-bodied and delicate in texture, with fine tannins on the well balanced finish.",,50,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
,Red,US,"Lang & Reed, one of the few Cab Franc specialists in Napa, has produced in this wine a delightful, even complex sipper. It's much lighter in body than a Cab Sauvignon, with a richly herbal edge to the cherry flavors. Notable for its dryness, balance and harmony.",,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lang & Reed 2003 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2003-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Lang & Reed
,White,US,"Well structured and totally dry, with very high acidity and intense flavors of citrus fruits, figs, green apples and slightly unripe peaches. This polished, elegant wine is a natural with a wide variety of food.",,16,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2004 Pinot Blanc (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2004-pinot-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Laetitia
,Red,US,"What a match for dinner: This wine's high acidity will cut through cheese or meat easily, and its bigtime cherry and blackberry flavors would complement garlicky, tomato sauce nicely. Finishes dry, with a dusting of tannin.",,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2002 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2002-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2002,Kuleto Estate
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The lemon-lime nose is true to form, and the palate is perfectly zesty, with citrus dominating a full package of Prosecco-like flavors. Slightly sweet later on, which carries the finish. Plucky and solid. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Brut,21,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Santa Margherita NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-nv-brut-prosecco-di-valdobbiadene-50271/,Prosecco,,Santa Margherita
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A brilliant semisparkler with persistent bubbles, lush grassy notes, citrus, kiwi, lavender, honey and peach. You can really taste the Moscato grape in the glass. The wine also delivers sweet lime pie, cream and a medium finish. Tenute dei Vallarino is part of Fratelli Gancia, one of the grandfather companies of Italian sparkling wines. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Castello di Canelli,15,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Tenute dei Vallarino 2004 Castello di Canelli  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-vallarino-2004-castello-canelli-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Tenute dei Vallarino
12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Very good. Starts off crisp and clean, with aromas of mineral and dust, and flavors of bright citrus. Midpalate, it unfolds and softens a little, revealing hints of toast and caramel that persist through the finish. Imported by Epic Wines.",Yering Station Cuvee,22,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Yarrabank 1999 Yering Station Cuvee Sparkling (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarrabank-1999-yering-station-cuvee-sparkling-victoria/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Yarrabank
,Sparkling,US,"This is the fullest-bodied of Laetitia's crop of bubblies. It has a tinge of raspberries and strawberries, but is still an elegantly structured, silky wine, a nice interpretation of Central Coast sparkling wine.",Brut de Noir,25,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2001 Brut de Noir Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2001-brut-noir-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Laetitia
,Red,France,"Straight down the line, this may not be the most exciting Châteauneuf, but it is certainly highly enjoyable and reliable. There are good perfumed fruits, a touch of earthiness and sweetness, and a good layer of tannin for medium-term aging. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Les Cèdres,28,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2003 Les Cèdres Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2003-cedres-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Red,US,"A rich, fat, popular style with bright berries, tart acids and plenty of spice. It's fruit-powered and warmly accessible, but shows plenty of spine.",Milbrandt,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),K Vintners 2003 Milbrandt Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2003-milbrandt-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,K Vintners
15,Red,Australia,"Tastes a little more mainstream and crowd-pleasing than usual, the jaunty, pick-it-out-of-a-crowd eucalyptus character of vintages past toned down considerably. Still, there are very nice bitter chocolate and anise accents to the fruit on the palate, and tree bark or acorn notes on the nose. Imported by Negociants USA., Inc.",The Cover Drive,17,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Jim Barry 2003 The Cover Drive Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2003-cover-drive-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Jim Barry
,Red,US,"This is a pretty nice Bordeaux blend, dry and stylish, with rich, sweet tannins, rich oak, and well-ripened flavors of cassis, cherries and mocha. It has Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot.",Special Blend,38,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amicus by X Winery 2002 Special Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amicus-by-x-winery-2002-special-blend-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Amicus by X Winery
,White,US,"This winery often turns up real jewels. Fans of dry Sauvignon Blancs need to stock up on this one by the case. It has New Zealand-like gooseberries and citrus flavors and a long, rich, spicy finish.",,11,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Amador Foothill Winery
,Red,France,"Ancient vines on the plateau of La Crau give a wine which is relatively soft, almost smooth in character, despite the dry tannins hiding in the background. This will develop more in the way of intense flavors, but it seems it will always be quite a subdued wine. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Cuvée Vieilles Vignes,36,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Charbonnière 2003 Cuvée Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-charbonniere-2003-cuvee-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Charbonnière
,Red,France,"This great, solid, tannic wine is a huge statement of black fruits, pepper and enormous ripe flavors. With its high alcohol (marked on the label as 15.5%), this is almost too much. It impresses, but is it drinkable? Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",,32,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Chante-Perdrix 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chante-perdrix-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Chante-Perdrix
,Red,US,"Very citrusy and lifted, forward, scented with orange and lemon peel, cranberry and orange flesh. Unique and persistent, the orange peel character continues all the way through.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2003 Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2003-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2003,Barnard Griffin
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Honey and peach fills the mouth and is backed by lemon blossom, mineral and chalky notes, apricot and a distant dairy smell that blows off after a few swirls. A pleasant touch of acidity at the rear keeps the wine's floral freshness intact in the mouth. Imported by Vinifera Imports.",Vigna Senza Nome,16,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Braida di Giacomo Bologna 2004 Vigna Senza Nome  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braida-giacomo-bologna-2004-vigna-senza-nome-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Braida di Giacomo Bologna
,Red,US,"The best of the winery's new releases, this 45% Cab, 45% Merlot, 10% Cab Franc blend has more nuanced fruit, mixing black cherry, plum, ripe hints of raisin and prune with whiffs of spice and smoke. The rough edges have been smoothed, and the long finish includes pleasing streaks of vanilla.",Cuvée du Soleil,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2002 Cuvée du Soleil Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2002-cuvee-soleil-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Cave B
,White,US,"They say the purity of fruit is because of the organically grown grapes. The flavors do have a laserlike cleanness, of apricots, peaches and the sweetest green apples. And then, of course, there's that creamy, buttery aspect.",,13,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2004 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2004-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Bonterra
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,You can't beat the activity in the glass. Persistent bubbling and frothy mousse hint at what's to come: The zesty mineral and floral notes are so intense they are almost spicy in the mouth but soon yield to creamy softness and melted honey on the finish. Imported by Dalla Terra.,La Serra,13,89,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2004 La Serra  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2004-serra-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy
14.5,White,Australia,"This is a narrow wine, just shy of a mouthfilling, va-va-voom element that would have catapulted it into the next decile. Still, I enjoyed it very much. It has fragrant cinnamon and eucalyptus notes on the nose that continue on the palate, where blackberry and blueberry fruit reigns. Finishes medium-long. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",Dry Land,27,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2002 Dry Land Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2002-dry-land-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Reilly's
13,Red,Australia,"Light pink in color, with aromas of dust, earth and cherry. It's medium-full in the mouth, cherry notes once again at the fore, but bolstered by earth, toast and a racy, grape-fruit edge through the finish. Very enjoyable; 1,600 cases produced. Imported by Clos Du Val Wine.",Brut Tache,20,89,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni NV Brut Tache Sparkling (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-nv-brut-tache-sparkling-victoria/,Sparkling Blend,,Taltarni
,Red,US,"This is from Seven Hills vineyard grapes, soft on entry with spicy, warm, black cherry and blackberry fruit, wrapped nicely in well-integrated barrel flavors. Mocha, chocolate, hints of mulberry and a soft, fruity midpalate that seems to fall off just a bit at the tail end.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"Bright berry and cassis, with smoke and licorice woven through. This is firm and chewy, with the tannins showing smoke and herbs. The roasted coffee character of the Cab Franc comes through beautifully at the end.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla 2002 Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2002-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Walla Walla
14,Red,US,"Offers everything that Alexander Valley's famous for: a soft, easy texture, slightly herbaceous flavors of cherries and cassis, and lots of elegance. This unfiltered Cab is totally dry and nicely balanced.",Unfiltered,60,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Meola Vineyards 2002 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meola-2002-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Meola Vineyards
,Red,US,"The are hints of volatility and oxidation, but it makes for a more immediately drinkable Syrah, with plenty of berries and preserves, light touches of toast, and a nice finish of butter and caramel. Drink soon.",,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2003 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Fidelitas
,Red,US,"The meritage blend is now christened Optu, which recalls an old sci-fi movie but means “best” in Latin. Great vineyard sources include Champoux, Conner Lee and Milbrandt, and the wine, still tight as a drum, mixes herbal Cabernet and Merlot flavors beautifully. It sails along into the midpalate, then seems to hit a wall; perhaps with a bit more bottle edge it could edge up into a higher score.",Optu,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2002 Optu Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2002-optu-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Fidelitas
,Red,US,"On the border between cool and warm Napa, Dominus really needs a good vintage to shine. It was stellar in 2001, less so this year. The wine is elegant, displaying finesse, balance and taste, yet it's not a blockbuster. Still, so poised is it that you find yourself reaching for a second, or third, glass. Drink now.",Estate,109,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 2002 Estate Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-2002-estate-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Dominus
,White,US,"There's plenty of oaky richness in this wine, on top of nicely ripe flavors that smack of pineapples and peaches and cinnamon spice. It shares much in common with the best Alexander Valley Chards.",,14,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2004 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Aromatic with black olive, herb and cocoa wrapped around tight raspberry/cassis fruit. The fruit is nicely concentrated, then splays into a broad, chocolaty, softly tannic midpalate. At this stage of life the wine remains angular, woody and unintegrated; with another six to twelve months in bottle it could improve its score by a point or two.",Reserve,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"Right up there with Calera's single-vineyard Pinots, this perennial value showcases a perfect Central Coast sensibility. It's a lightly colored, dry, silky wine, with bright acids that frame cola and cherry fruit. Impressive for its overall elegance.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2002 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2002-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2002,Calera
,White,US,"You'll find lots of acidity and oak in this wine. In between is the fruit, a mélange of apples, peaches, pineapples and mangoes. Despite being five years old, it's still fresh and vital, but you should probably drink it now before it loses its polished youthfulness.",,34,89,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 2000 Chardonnay (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Chardonnay,2000,Calera
,Red,US,"This is a big, sweetly ripe 100% Cab, a blend of Yountville and Spring Mountain fruit. It's considerably more acidic and tannic than your usual Napa Cab, but the black currant flavors are as huge as anywhere. Despite the tannins it's best now and for a couple more years.",,49,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amicus by X Winery 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amicus-by-x-winery-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Amicus by X Winery
,White,US,"Take either of Buena Vista's clonal bottlings of Chardonnay from this vineyard and kick them down a notch, and you get this wine. It's not quite as complex, but still a rich, supple Chard, a little soft but flamboyant in tropical fruit, oak and buttercream.",Ramal Vineyard,32,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2003 Ramal Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2003-ramal-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Buena Vista
13,Red,France,"Supple and silky, this has a lovely texture for a Pommard. Black cherry and plum fruit is framed by vanilla and smoke, picking up some lingering meaty notes on the finish.",Clos de Verger Premier Cru,65,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003 Clos de Verger Premier Cru  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-clos-verger-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Moscato d'Asti gives a strong performance thanks to notes of dried herbs, soapsuds, rose petal and a very clean and crisp impression in the mouth. Try it as an afternoon aperitivo. Imported by Boisset America.",Bosc Dla Rei,12,89,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Beni di Batasiolo 2004 Bosc Dla Rei  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2004-bosc-dla-rei-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Beni di Batasiolo
,Red,US,"What a pretty Pinot Noir. It's distinctly cool climate, with tangy acidity and a silky texture that frames good varietal flavors of cola, cherries, rhubarb, coffee and cinnamon spice. Despite the light, airy texture, this wine leaves a seriously fruity aftertaste.",Ramal Vineyard Pommard Clone 5,38,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2003 Ramal Vineyard Pommard Clone 5 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2003-ramal-vineyard-pommard-clone-5-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Buena Vista
,Red,Australia,"Soft and silky, this is an approachable Shiraz meant for early consumption. Cola, plum, cherry and blackberry flavors provide plenty of interest, while the finish adds hints of peppery spice.",,18,89,Victoria,Victoria,,Green Point 2003 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2003,Green Point
,Red,France,"There's a traditional, Gevrey-meat note to the nose of this dark-fruited wine. It's creamy and mouthfilling, with black cherry flavors that pick up hints of anise on the finish. A blend of villages fruit with bits from two premier crus.",,50,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
,Red,US,"A bold, almost jammy Cabernet, with vibrant blackberry and cassis flavors that virtually conceal the underlying structure. Seems destined to be enjoyed young.",Jack London Vineyard,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2002 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2002-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kenwood
,White,US,"360 cases were made of this rich and creamy Viognier. Scents of lemon and lime and rose petals lead into flavors of Meyer lemon, with a custardy mouthfeel. The wine retains a pleasing, citrus/tangerine crispness through the finish.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2004 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2004,Syncline
,White,US,"Chardonnay in Rutherford? Yes, and a very good one. It has polished peach and apple flavors as well as a sweet, rich coat of oak, and is balanced, crisp and dry.",,40,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,El Molino 2003 Chardonnay (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-molino-2003-chardonnay-napa-rutherford/,Chardonnay,2003,El Molino
,Red,France,"This is a dusty, softly tannic wine that brings together very ripe fruit with some elegance. Flavors of wood strawberries, cherries, spice and a hint of tobacco all give a sense of complexity. The tannins become dry in the mouth, hinting at ageworthiness. Imported by MacArthur Beverages.",,35,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Font de Michelle 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-font-michelle-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Font de Michelle
,Red,France,"A deliciously fruity wine which is in a style that will develop easily and well. Fine perfumes are followed by red fruits, a touch of herbal character and some firm tannins. The wine hangs together well, with fine acidity topping it out. Imported by Wines of France.",Tradition,29,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine des Relagnes 2003 Tradition Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-relagnes-2003-tradition-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine des Relagnes
,Red,France,"Jean-Louis Canto, owner of Domaine de la Roncière, produces this special cuvée, named after himself and his son, Geoffrey. It is densely perfumed, packed with black fruits and ripe tannins. Very pure juicy fruit is attractive, but the tannins promise a good development. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Louis Geoffrey,29,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Roncière 2003 Louis Geoffrey Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ronciere-2003-louis-geoffrey-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Roncière
,Red,US,"If you're looking for elegance, look elsewhere. But if you like hefty, big-shouldered Zins, pick up this one and try it with a grilled pork chop. It's a dry, tannic, balanced wine, with a classically feral Zin profile.",Belle Canyon Vineyards,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Deux Amis 2002 Belle Canyon Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-amis-2002-belle-canyon-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Deux Amis
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Ripe and forward, with a bit of sweetness in the form of root beer and nutmeg. The palate is equally ripe, as it shows melon and red-apple flavors. Long on the back end, with a blend of cinnamon and vanilla. Fairly simple but classy. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Brut Rosé,65,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1999 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1999-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Moët & Chandon
,White,US,"With no wood, all you get is pure fruit. The flavors are young and vibrant, suggesting succulent ripe grapes, grapefruits and white peaches, set off by keen acids. What a pretty wine this is, bone dry, long on the finish and complex.",Emma's Vineyard Unwooded,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mayo 2004 Emma's Vineyard Unwooded Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-2004-emmas-vineyard-unwooded-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Mayo
,Sparkling,US,"The smoothest and suavest of Mumm's current offerings, this fruit-forward bubbly has a slightly sweet dosage. Fortunately, it's crisp in acidity. The peach, bread dough, vanilla and cherry flavors are delicious, with a long aftertaste.",Reserve Brut,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Reserve Brut Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Cuvée Napa
,Sparkling,US,"A pale copper color, Schramsberg's Blanc de Noirs is richer than the Blanc de Blancs, with a fuller body. It's also a little  more coarse, with pretty flavors of cherry cream and yeast. Try this powerful bubbly with curried lamb.",Blanc de Noirs Brut,30,89,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2001 Blanc de Noirs Brut Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2001-blanc-noirs-brut-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Schramsberg
,Red,US,"Thick and jammy, this popular bottling is solid and flavorful, packed with Syrah fruit flavors and plenty of chocolaty oak. A big boy, a bit monolithic but strong.",Morrison Lane,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2003 Morrison Lane Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2003-morrison-lane-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2003,K Vintners
,Red,US,"Predominantly Merlot, the blend also includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Petit Verdot (7% each). Smooth, supple and silky, it's dense and deeply saturated—inky to the eye and thick against the glass. The flavors show plenty of char and chocolate, with mocha, coffee bean, cherry and cassis thickly applied. Lip-smacking flavor bolstered with natural acids, sweet tannins and a long finish.",,36,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2003 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2003-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,J. Bookwalter
,Red,US,"An interesting wine, with some green herbal elements on the nose, but also a plump, expansive mouthfeel and ripe flavors of chocolate and plum. Still shows some tannins on the finish. Drink now–2010.",Jack London Vineyard,,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1996 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1996-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Kenwood
13.8,Sparkling,Australia,"One of the better sparkling Shirazes available in the U.S. at the moment. It offers dusty, dry blackberry aromas and blackberry and clay flavors. Structured, with some complexity; some fruit sweetness appears on the finish, but it's pretty dry otherwise. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Sparkling,20,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Hardys NV Sparkling Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-nv-sparkling-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,,Hardys
,White,US,"Over the years, my impression of this wine has not varied. It's obviously more acidic, tarter and less ripe than comparable Chards in its price range, with an eye toward Chablis. It's a praiseworthy wine, with intense lemon cream and pineapple flavors, but would score higher if it had greater richness.",,55,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,HdV 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hdv-2003-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,HdV
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Sweet peach, apricot and lemon-lime aromas are inviting, as are the flavors, which veer toward ripe apples, dried Turkish apricots and cinnamon. Quite flush, bordering on rich, with a sweetness that most folks should like. However, if you like yours very dry and tart, this might not be the one. Imported by La Gioiosa USA.",Cuvée,20,89,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV Cuvée  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-cuvee-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Sparkling Blend,,Villa Sandi
,Red,France,"This is the best Cristia since Baptiste Grangeon took over the estate in 1999. It has great tannic structure, a hint of wood and lovely, juicy red fruit flavors. It will develop relatively quickly, over 5 years. Imported by World Shippers & Importers Co.",,40,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Cristia 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cristia-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Cristia
,Red,France,"The label is fabulous, a 19th-century design that has survived. The wine is maybe less unusual, but is certainly finely made, with perfumed dusty tannins, sweet fruit and solid wood flavors. This is a wine that will certainly last for 10 years.",,29,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Côte de l'Ange 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cote-lange-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Côte de l'Ange
13.3,Red,Australia,"Not a please-everyone style of Pinot—we found that out the hard way in the tasting room. I enjoyed this wine quite a bit: it's tight, sour and leathery, both intense and delicate at the same time. The finish is long and juicy, and the nose shows cherry, earth and tree-bark notes. Another taster found it just too wiry, even thin. If you're tired of Pinots that taste like Shirazes, this is a good place to start. Imported by The Vine Press.",Mount Macleod,17,89,Victoria,Gippsland,,Caledonia Australis 2003 Mount Macleod Pinot Noir (Gippsland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caledonia-australis-2003-mount-macleod-pinot-noir-gippsland/,Pinot Noir,2003,Caledonia Australis
,Red,US,"Byron can always be counted on to come up with interesting, terroir-driven wines. This Pinot, clearly from a cool climate, is dry and tart in acids, with a silky texture and ripe, pleasing cherry, cola and mocha flavors, as well as a complex woodspice taste that lasts through the long finish.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2003 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Byron
,Red,US,"Just 175 cases were made of this 100% Merlot. Great juice, it shows concentrated cherry and blackberry aromas and flavors. Ripe and rich and voluptuous, there's a jammy sweetness to the fruit.",Ciel du Cheval,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Barnard Griffin 2003 Ciel du Cheval Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2003-ciel-cheval-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2003,Barnard Griffin
,White,US,"Very nicely made, as was the initial vintage (2003). Sweet, lingering fruit salad flavors, emphasizing candied lemon and candied lime.",,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alexandria Nicole 2004 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2004-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2004,Alexandria Nicole
,Red,US,"Bonterra wines invariably show a great purity of flavor, and so it is with this lovely Cab. It has classic varietal flavorsof ripe black currants, with a spicy edge enriched with toasty oak. The tannins are ripe and supportive.",,15,89,California,North Coast,North Coast,Bonterra 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Bonterra
12,Red,Portugal,"Another winner from Quinta de Ventozelo, the 2001 Reserva features complex, Rhône-like scents of leather, game and spice alongside bold cherry flavors. Smooth and supple, with a long, piquant finish endowed with crisp acids and soft tannins. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",Reserva,22,89,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2001 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2001-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2001,Quinta de Ventozelo
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Good things come in little packages and this half bottle Moscato d'Asti is hugely satisfying. It boasted the most crystalline luminosity of all the wines I tasted and among the thickest, foamiest froths. I also loved the nose with limestone and peach notes backed by characteristic muskiness. Imported by Kobrand.",Nivole,12,89,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 2004 Nivole  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2004-nivole-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Michele Chiarlo
14,Red,Australia,"A delicate, feminine-sized Cabernet, this Clare offering has a round, creamy feel but not a lot of breadth. But once you take in the wine's harmonious aromas and flavors of Mexican cinnamon, blackberry, fresh cream and eucalyptus notes, you'll be sold, too. Imported by Click Wine Group.",Sevenhill Vineyard,24,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Mitchell 2002 Sevenhill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchell-2002-sevenhill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Mitchell
7,Sparkling,Italy,"I really enjoyed this wine with its super thick froth, creamy peach, floral tones, intense fruit aromas and higher than normal (for a Moscato d'Asti) alcohol. A great aperitivo or dessert drink. Imported by Angelini Wine.",,15,89,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Piazzo Armando 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Piazzo Armando
,Red,France,"The year this wine spends in wood gives it a ripe, smooth feel. The tannins show both dry fruit and wood characteristics, while the freshness and acidity balance the black plum and cassis fruits. This wine, still young, will certainly age well. Imported by Eagle Eye Imports.",Vieilli en Fût de Chêne,38,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Berthet-Rayne 2003 Vieilli en Fût de Chêne Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthet-rayne-2003-vieilli-en-fut-chene-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Berthet-Rayne
,Red,US,"A relatively round, fruity and approachable wine with good cherry/plum flavors when first released, it has recently turned tight and dryly tannic. Shows the classic black pepper and dried sage character of the Otis vineyard. Otis Cabs are best cellared for a number of years in order to reveal their subtlety.",Otis Vineyard,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 2000 Otis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2000-otis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Columbia Winery
,White,New Zealand,"Smoky on the nose, with some pineapple and citrus notes, but this is not an aroma-driven wine. It's more about the plump, custardy texture and gentle nut, white peach and pineapple flavors. Finishes on a tangy citrus note.",,28,89,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2003 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2003-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2003,Cloudy Bay
,White,US,"A superior Chenin that doesn't denigrate the floral elegance of the grape. Juicy with melons, tangerines and sweet pear. A lovely wine with a hint (1.4%) of residual sugar.",,8,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2004 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2004-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Covey Run
13,Red,Chile,"A Cab/Merlot blend that's ripe and alluring, with easygoing but still power-packed aromatics. Flavors of cassis, black cherry and raisin are full-bore, and the chocolaty finish scores. Balanced and correct. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",60/40 Barrel Select,11,89,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2003 60/40 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2003-60-40-barrel-select-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Santa Ema
15,Red,Australia,"Another label from Shingleback winemaker John Davey, this vintage of The Gate delivers a well-structured, tasty wine full of black and white pepper, plum and blackberry flavors. The nose shows milk chocolate, black berry and cherry aromas. Very enjoyable; one to drink over the next 3 years. Imported by Precept Brands.",,32,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,The Gate 2003 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gate-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,The Gate
,Red,US,"This veteran winery continues to produce a Pinot Noir that's less mind-blowingly opulent than some, hewing stubbornly to European traditions of balance. Acidity and tannins co-star with oak. Schug's flavors get riper every vintage, this year cornering sweet black cherries and spicy cola.",Heritage Reserve,30,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2003 Heritage Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2003-heritage-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Schug
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Chalk and mineral aromas are backed by hints of wheat and orange peel. Lively and young in the mouth, almost to the point of being jumpy, with nice orange flavors. Subtle on the finish, with some spiced apple and zest. Imported by Maisons Marques & DomainesUSA.",Brut Rosé,71,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1999 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1999-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Louis Roederer
,Red,US,"Shows cherry, cola, cocoa and coffee flavors wrapped in nicely balanced acids and tannins, with a pleasant mouthfeel through the finsh. This is a dry, very nice, coastal Pinot Noir, silky and elegant.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Q,50,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,J. Wilkes 2002 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Q Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-wilkes-2002-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-q-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2002,J. Wilkes
13.5,Red,US,"A very spicy style, built upon substantial, tart, berry fruit. Tannins taste of tea leaves, and it finishes with a nice, balanced, moderately alcoholic (13.5%) bit of light toast.",Seven Hills Vineyard,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2002 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2002-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2002,Seven Hills
12,Sparkling,France,"Dry and spicy, with aromatic notes of spiced ham and dried fruit. Berry and peach flavors are solid and fresh, and there's just enough broadness on the finish. Shows a modicum of complexity on a forward, easy foundation. Imported by Vranken America.",Demoiselle Grande Cuvée Brut Rosé,47,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Grande Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-grande-cuvee-brut-rose-champagne-50009/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
,Red,US,"An intriguing blend of two-thirds Kiona Syrah, one-third Ciel du Cheval Petit Verdot, this textural wine retains its Syrah aromatics but bulks up tannicly from the PV, which contributes green herb and eucalyptus spice notes also. Winemaker Mark McNeilly is on to something special here, though a small hole remains right in the midpalate. The finish resonates with an herbal/minty spice note. Just 97 cases made.",Bad Lands Red,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2003 Bad Lands Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2003-bad-lands-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2003,Mark Ryan
,Red,US,"Lovely when first poured, this belted out rich cassis and vanilla scents alongside aged notes of leather and dried spices. Silky and medium-bodied, with a long, elegant finish. Several minutes later, it started to fade. Drink up.",Jack London Vineyard,,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1994 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1994-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Kenwood
15.8,Red,Australia,"Steady and sturdy wins the race for this Shiraz. The dusty-clay-chalk aromas preface a surge of blackberries on the palate, which are joined immediately with more rocks and dust. Shows class and restraint, with nary a lick of obvious toast. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",,25,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Morgan Simpson 2002 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-simpson-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2002,Morgan Simpson
,Red,US,"This is one of Alderbrook's more successful wines. It's classic Dry Creek, ripe and zesty, with a pleasing balance of peppery fruit, alcohol and tannins. Achieves real claret-like structure, while never losing Zin's wild and woolly side.",Old Vine,21,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2003 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2003-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Alderbrook
14,Red,Australia,"This is a substantial Shiraz, sure to please everyone at your next dinner party. Black cherry and raspberry aromas take on wheat flour and amaretto accents, with just the black cherry and flour notes galloping through the medium-length finish. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Vineyard Select,20,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Angove's 2003 Vineyard Select Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2003-vineyard-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,Angove's
,White,Australia,"A bit fuller and richer than the regular Chardonnay, with nutty, spicy aromas and flavors of whie peaches and citrus. Long, with a toasty-nutty aftertaste that lingers elegantly on the finish.",Reserve,24,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Green Point 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2003-reserve-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Green Point
,White,US,"Rich straw-gold, it already is showing signs of oxidation, with scents of wheat, clover, lemon and apple. Rich, round and full-bodied, this drink-now wine offers citrus fruits, figs and melon, with a lovely ripeness.",,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2004 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2004-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2004,Fidelitas
,Red,France,"This is a rich, concentrated, earthy wine from one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape's great estates. The wine has great pure black fruits, with flavors of licorice, dry tannins and some herbs. This wine will develop over the next 5 years. Imported by New Castle Imports.",,40,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Beaurenard 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaurenard-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de Beaurenard
,Red,France,"This is a modern, smooth style of wine, already easy to drink with its cooked black currant fruits and soft, open tannins. There are touches of herbs, as well as a Port-like richness and opulence. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Flor de Ronce,70,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Roncière 2003 Flor de Ronce Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ronciere-2003-flor-ronce-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Roncière
,White,US,"Peaches and apricots fill the mouth. The wine has a supple, rich midpalate, and a nice smack of butterscotch to finish.",Indian Wells,17,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Indian Wells Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-indian-wells-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,US,"Tropical fruit flavors of pineapple, banana and melon initiate this young, nicely focused, rather toasty/buttery effort. Some of the vines are almost 30 years old. Though not as over-the-top with the new oak as some past vintages, the '03 will benefit from further bottle time and may well have the complexity and the composition to age nicely for six to eight years.",Wyckoff Vineyard,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 2003 Wyckoff Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2003-wyckoff-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2003,Columbia Winery
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Amber/salmon in color, with earthy, complex aromas of dried leaves, cherry and toast. More spicy and sly than overtly fruity, with dried plum and apricot flavors. Nice and smooth in the mouth and persistent on the finish. Gets better with airing, as it opens to show a smoky and nuanced alter ego. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Gran Cuvée Brut Rosé,59,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2000 Gran Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2000-gran-cuvee-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Bellavista
,Red,US,"Rich and deep are the words that come to mind for this intensely flavorful Merlot. It's as full-bodied as a Cab, with the prettiest cherry and chocolate flavors and a smooth finish that turns blueberry.",,15,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2002 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2002-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2002,Bonterra
,White,US,"Very dry, rich and complex, with an array of fig, kiwi, vanilla, lemon and lime flavors that are wrapped in a creamy texture accentuated by good acidity.",,28,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2003-sauvignon-blanc-napa-spring-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Spring Mountain Vineyard
,Red,US,"I'm not a huge fan of Petite Sirah, but I like this wine for its soft power. It's a big, dark, high alcohol wine, but totally dry, with a nice mélange of blackberry, coffee, root beer and anise flavors that finish long and spicy.",Las Presa Vineyards,52,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Rideau 2002 Las Presa Vineyards Petite Sirah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2002-las-presa-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Petite Sirah,2002,Rideau
,Red,France,"A blend of 85% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre, this wine has power, perfume and rich fruit. There is some tannic structure, but the sweet, rich red fruits dominate. 20% wood aging gives a touch of toast. High alcohol is noticeable. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",,40,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-alain-jaume-fils-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Vignobles Alain Jaume & Fils
5,Sparkling,Italy,"Gruppo Italiano Vini's take on Moscato d'Asti delivers the goods with confidence and character. White flowers, peach and honey are beautifully integrated with a frothy mousse and acidity for that difficult-to-achieve balance between sweet and sour. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",,15,90,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ca-bianca-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca
13.7,Red,US,"This lovely wine showcases how well beautifully Carneros's terroir can develop Pinot Noir. The wine is gentle and soft, with a silky texture that carries waves of cherry, cola and spice flavors through a satisfying finish.",,28,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Carneros
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Bruno and Gianni Doglia oversee five hectares of vineyard with 20-year-old vines near Castagnole Lanze. This is interesting Moscato d'Asti, with unexpected hits of nutmeg, clove, gingerbread and Indian spice backed by cream soda and lemon Fruit Loops. Thick and lathery in the mouth with layers of peach, jasmine, pear and fig.  Imported by Selected Estates of Europe Ltd.",,15,90,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Gianni Doglia 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-doglia-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Gianni Doglia
,White,US,"Yet another standout effort from this value producer. Clean, penetrating and varietal with layered, spicy fruit—lemon, lime, mint, anise, stone and earth in a marvelously complex array of flavors. 20,500 cases.",,7,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2004 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2004-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Covey Run
,Red,US,"A substantial, impressive Merlot, tannic and oaky. The palate impression is thick, smoky and well-endowed with oak. The fruit is dark and meaty, black cherry with hints of herb, chocolate and spice. Big and well-balanced, this may be the best of all the Ste. Michelle group's 2002 Merlots.",Reserve,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2002 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2002-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Columbia Crest
15.4,Red,US,"The winery claims the wine comes from “the oldest Zinfandel vines on earth.” Certainly this is an intensely flavored, densely structured Zin. The flavors go beyond cherry, raspberry and cocoa fruit into the area of dessert pastries, with toasted pie dough and meringue. But the wine is fully dry, at the price of high alcohol, 15.4%.",Seity,35,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Cloud 9 2003 Seity Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloud-9-2003-seity-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Cloud 9
,White,US,"Gooseberries, juniper and lemon rind—those are the sorts of things that come to mind with this intensely dry wine. Yet it has an elegant balance, an inherent finesse that lifts it out of the ordinary into the realm of complexity. Try with shellfish in cream sauce.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,19,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2004 Mitsuko's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2004-mitsukos-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Clos Pegase
,White,US,"This winery continues to turn out some of the most consistently good wines in California. Here's a Chard that lets the terroir shine, rather than overwhelming with bells and whistles. It's clean in acids and dry, with complex citrus, peach, spiced apple and meringue flavors.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,21,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2003 Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2003-mitsukos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Clos Pegase
,White,US,"Rich in fig, gooseberry, lemon and lime, chamomile and spice flavors, this bone-dry wine is impressively deep. It displays an elegance and finesse, as well as a power seldom found in California Sauvignon Blanc.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cliff Lede 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-lede-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Cliff Lede
,Red,US,"This is a new brand from Hess, and a very good wine. The winemaker calls it a field blend, meaning it may or may not be Zinfandel. It doesn't taste entirely like Zin. There are blueberries and cherries in there along with the brambly, peppery stuff. The wine is claret-style, meaning it's balanced and harmonious despite 15.5% alcohol.",,15,90,California,California Other,Mendocino-Amador-Napa,Artezin 2003 Zinfandel (Mendocino-Amador-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artezin-2003-zinfandel-other-mendocino-amador-napa/,Zinfandel,2003,Artezin
,Red,US,"The oak dominates now, with vanilla, char and wood sap flavors covering the underlying fruit. Tannins, too. This is a dry, shut-down Pinot Noir, although rich meats will tickle it into life. Try aging through 2008.",Mills Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 2001 Mills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2001-mills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2001,Calera
,Red,US,"This is a classic young Napa Cabernet. It's very forward in ripe black currant and mocha flavors, with thoroughly sweet tannins and a soft, luxurious mouthfeel. The fruit flatters the palate from entry to long finish. Drink now and for the next two years.",,44,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Baldacci 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldacci-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Baldacci
,Red,US,"I like this blend of Syrah and Grenache despite its rustic nature. It's tannic, dry and acidic, as far as you can get from today's decadently soft red wines, but it's hard to imagine anything better to set against grated cheese and olive oil. Bruschetta with an olive tapenade will be a sensation.",Katie's Cote,18,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2003 Katie's Cote Red (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2003-katies-cote-red-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Amador Foothill Winery
,Red,US,"With its dark purple color, dramatic aroma of ripe black currants and oak, and appealing mouthfeel, this fine Cabernet expresses very good Napa character. The black currant flavors are framed in rich, sweet, smooth tannins. Probably best now and through 2006.",,52,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brookdale Vineyards 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brookdale-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Brookdale Vineyards
,Dessert,US,"This dessert variety, which has a long history in California, is made the old-fashioned way, with very sweet, intense flavors of cherries, apricots and white chocolate baked into a sweet tart, with a vanilla and butter crust. It has good enough acidity to balance, and a richly smooth, creamy texture.",Angelica,18,90,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon NV Angelica Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-nv-angelica-red-other/,Red Blend,,Bonny Doon
,White,US,"I've never had a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscat Canelli, but this delicious wine argues for more. It has Sauvignon's dry, acidic citrusy character, while the Muscat adds a rich orange blossom note. Simply wonderful and refreshingly different.",Wow Oui White Burgundy,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Imagery 2004 Wow Oui White Burgundy White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2004-wow-oui-white-burgundy-sonoma-county/,White Blend,2004,Imagery
,White,US,"This brilliantly fruity wine shows South Coast Chardonnay-like flavors in the ripe mango, papaya and peach, and also showcases cool-climate acidity that makes that fruit sing on the palate. It's a young, dry, vibrantly fresh wine that's delicious by itself, but should be fabulous with fish or chicken topped with a tropical fruit salsa.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,J. Wilkes 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-wilkes-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Blanc,2004,J. Wilkes
12,Sparkling,France,"Extremely toasty, with a short blast of popcorn, baked apple, hay and a touch of green herbs. Runs tangy on the palate, emphasizing lemon and tangerine flavors. Lengthy and textured on the finish, with citrus in pure form. Imported by Laurent-Perrier.",Brut,55,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 1996 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-1996-brut-champagne-49549/,Champagne Blend,1996,Laurent-Perrier
13,Red,France,"Big black cherry aromas upfront, framed by vanilla and cedar. Plummy, rich and chocolaty on the palate, verging on overripeness, but maintaining a precarious sense of balance on the soft, lingering finish.",Les Chaumes Premier Cru,90,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003 Les Chaumes Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-chaumes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
14.5,Red,Chile,"Black as night, with snazzy scents of marzipan, Bing cherry and plum. Tight as nails in the mouth, and dead serious, with cherry, plum, mint and black olive flavors. Now it's rather tannic, with coffee and bitter chocolate flowing off the finish; will be better in another eight to 12 months. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,21,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2003 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2003-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2003,Lapostolle
,Red,France,"A finely structured wine, with dusty tannins, delicious fresh, purple fruits and fine acidity. Great perfumes set the scene for a poised, intense wine that is high in alcohol (15%) but does not taste like it. Imported by Simon N Cellars.",,30,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,La Bastide Saint Dominique 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastide-saint-dominique-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,La Bastide Saint Dominique
,Red,US,"This rich, full-bodied Syrah aspires to a Northern Rhône style, with its dry, peppery flavors and smooth, rich tannins, although the sunny cherry and blackberry fruit is indisputably Napa. It's a sumptuous, soft wine for early drinking, from veteran William Hill.",Sugerloaf Mountain Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 2003 Sugerloaf Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-2003-sugerloaf-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Bighorn
,White,Australia,"Kicks off with nutty, meaty aromas that move easily into apple and pear flavors. Marked by ripe fruit—Golden Delicious apples—and spice, finishing with echoes of clove and cinnamon.",,26,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2003 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2003-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2003,Cape Mentelle
,Red,US,"Dry, fairly tough in tannins and closed down now, this wine isn't an in-your-face charmer. But there's a fantastically rich core of cherry fruit that shows up in the middle and lasts through the finish. All bets are that this Pinot will come into its own in several years, but a nice cut of beef will complement it now.",Ryan Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 2002 Ryan Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2002-ryan-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2002,Calera
,Red,US,"The winery's selection of its best barrels, excluding Cabernet Sauvignon. This is 48% Ciel Cab Franc, 48% Tapteil Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot. Firm and laden with the coffee and espresso scents of Cab Franc. Smoke, liqueur, cherries and tobacco leaf scents lead into a plummy, yummy, big and broad-shouldered wine that finishes with butterscotchy barrel flavors.",Bel Canto,60,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2002 Bel Canto Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2002-bel-canto-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Cadence
,Red,US,"It's about 80% Cabernet, 20% Merlot, all from the Seven Hills vineyard. Classy, polished and nicely balanced, it has plenty of pretty oak, but also some interesting streaks of green coffee and green tea, tobacco, light smoke and pretty berry fruit, with just a hint of citrus.",Seven Hills Vineyard Reserve,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2002 Seven Hills Vineyard Reserve Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2002-seven-hills-vineyard-reserve-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Pepper Bridge
,Red,US,"The winery's oaky-smoky style is well-suited to Merlot in ripe years such as this, and it's a very seductive wine. Nuances of pipe tobacco, dried herb, dust, coffee grounds and butterscotch complement the strawberry-cherry flavors of Pepper Bridge fruit. Sophisticated and smooth, with plenty of tannic grip.",,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2002 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2002,Pepper Bridge
,Red,US,"Opens with complex aromas of cherry pie, sweet oak, peppery wintergreen and an exotic note of candied ginger and Asian spice. On the palate, it then turns lush and layered, with swirls of fruit and spice leading to a long finish. This wine is best from now through 2012.",Tietjen Vineyard,45,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Monticello Vineyards 2002 Tietjen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2002-tietjen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Monticello Vineyards
,Red,US,"Purity is the word that comes to mind with this single-vineyard Cab. There's a translucence to the cherry and black currant fruit, and the way the complex tannins glide over the palate. The wine finishes dry. Drink now through 2010.",Vyborny Vineyard,65,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Goldschmidt 2001 Vyborny Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldschmidt-2001-vyborny-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Goldschmidt
,Red,US,"This is a very fruity Pinot, and also a tannic one. It's youthful now, with those sharp, fermenty acids and primary cherry fruit flavors that signal the need for time to knit together.",Julia's Vineyard,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2003 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2003-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Foxen
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,You'll love the dried sage and chamomile tea aromatics with the peach cream texture of this golden hued semi-sparkler. The back offers tingling acidity that is perfect for cutting through cream-based desserts. Imported by Wine Wave.,Moncucco,23,90,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Fontanafredda 2004 Moncucco  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-2004-moncucco-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Fontanafredda
13.5,Red,France,"Gevrey is sometimes considered to confer a certain meatiness on its wines, and this wine shows that character, blending it with clove, allspice and plummy fruit. It's full-bodied and soft, finishing on a tender note.",Lavaut Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,85,90,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003 Lavaut Saint-Jacques Premier Cru  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-lavaut-saint-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
,Red,US,"The appellation says Alexander Valley, but this is a high mountain vineyard, and this Cab has some hefty tannins. It's dry and delicious, with intense black currant flavors and elaborately smoked oak. Drink now with a good steak. It may be a little too soft to endure aging.",Ash Creek Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Imagery 2001 Ash Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2001-ash-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Imagery
,Red,US,"This is not the same wine as Niebaum-Coppola's Cask Cabernet, although it sells for the same price. It's made in a different style, more tannic and not as apparently oaky. To judge from the depth of flavor, it's extremely cellarworthy. Should unfold by 2008 and develop for years beyond.",Cask Cabernet,65,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2002 Cask Cabernet Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2002-cask-cabernet-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rubicon Estate
,Red,US,"Classic California Barbera here. It's probably softer and gentler in tannins than Grandpa ever had, but still offers the same midnight black color, deep flavors of plums, blackberries, coffee and leather, and overall balance and integrity. Try as a very interesting alternative to a fine Cabernet.",ReZerve,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Shenandoah 2003 ReZerve Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2003-rezerve-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2003,Shenandoah
,White,New Zealand,"Championed by former winemaker James Healy, Te Koko is an attempt to take Marlborough Sauvignon in a very different stylistic direction. Barrel fermented with indigenous yeasts, it offers sweaty-musky scents intermingled with honey, melon and quince. Rich and oily, it coats the palate with slightly nutty flavors. This is unique stuff, well worth trying.",Te Koko,35,90,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2002 Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2002-te-koko-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Cloudy Bay
,Red,US,"With just 13.5% alcohol, this Cab marches to its own beat. In an era of gooey, late-picked wines, this one's dry, tight and tannic, obviously designed for the cellar. Clos du Val always has celebrated their Cab's ageworthiness, and such are the wine's fruity cherry flavors that it should do interesting things after 2008 and beyond.",Reserve,95,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Clos du Val
,White,US,"Compared to those fat, rich Chards that are hard to pair with food, this one's Chablisian. It's tart in acids and tangy in minerals and stones, with a richly controlled taste that's part apple-citrus fruit and part oak.",,19,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2003-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Chandon
12,Sparkling,France,"Nice aromatics: there's honey, vanilla cream and ripe pear. Quite forward and zesty on the palate, where tangy lemon dances with apple and mineral. Lots of snap on the finish, and overall it's pretty classy. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Blanc des Millénaires,95,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck 1995 Blanc des Millénaires  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-1995-blanc-des-millenaires-champagne-49482/,Champagne Blend,1995,Charles Heidsieck
,Red,US,"Starts off with a big waft of new oak and mint, then opens to reveal fruitier notes of cherries and sweet herbs. The tannins are pure Rutherford, sweet, firm, complex and dusty. A little hard now, but should soften and sweeten by 2008.",,60,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Slaughterhouse Cellars 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/slaughterhouse-cellars-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Slaughterhouse Cellars
13.9,Red,Chile,"Lavishly oaked, and that's just fine given that this wine shows more than adequate depth of fruit and lushness. Coffee, popcorn and chocolate appear throughout its creamy, rich profile. Along the way berry and cassis flavors thrive. Quite lively and free of holes. It shows 21st-century Chile (and organic farming) in a positive light. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",,17,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Sincerity 2003 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sincerity-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sincerity
,White,US,"It's unusual to see a Pinot Gris from this appellation, much less a vineyard-designated one. This wine easily lives up to its address. It's sleek, slick and clean in high acidity, with a vibrant minerality that explodes with fig, grapefruit and white pepper flavors. Absolutely yummy.",Balletto Vineyards Unwooded,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Mayo 2004 Balletto Vineyards Unwooded Pinot Gris (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-2004-balletto-unwooded-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Gris,2004,Mayo
,Red,US,"This is 100% Carmenère; a delicious, chewy, tart, racy wine with strong herbal elements and lots of black pepper. Woody and herbal, with powerful tannins, it needs some breathing time; then it opens out and lengthens through a rich, silky finish.",,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 2002 Carmenère (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-2002-carmenere-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Carmenère,2002,Reininger
5,Sparkling,Italy,"Boasts frothy mousse, good persistency and a clearly defined mineral tenor backed by sweet green apple, honey, jasmine and a touch of clove. Sweet peach cream in the mouth makes thissemisparkler an ideal match for baked desserts. Imported by Dalla Terra.",,15,90,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Saracco 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracco-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Saracco
,Sparkling,US,"Interesting that Iron Horse has released this at eight years of age. It's still a young, acidic wine, but is mellowing, with a tantalizingly sweet core of peaches and cream just edging into crème brûlée. This complex bubbly should develop well throughout the decade.",Blanc de Blancs,34,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1997 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-blanc-blancs-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1997,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"With a good track record, this Santa Barbara Rhône blend continues to delight as a full-bodied and dry red wine. As in previous years, the fruit is ripe and upfront, all blackberries accented with white pepper and grilled meat notes. It's fairly tannic and calls for rich, marbled meats.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Io 2001 Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/io-2001-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Io
,Red,US,"A big, softly tannic wine that can be consumed with pleasure now or held up to 10 years, this shows classic aromas and flavors of smoke, cassis and vanilla and a long, fruit-driven finish.",Jack London Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2001 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2001-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley-50841/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Kenwood
,White,US,"I love this wine for the way the winemaker has reined in Viognier's tendency toward over-the-topness, yet not sacrificed its exotic character. It's characterized by vibrant acids and a clean, cool mouthfeel, with complex notes of white peach, honeysuckle, mango, vanilla and spice that finish thoroughly dry.",Artist Collection,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Imagery 2004 Artist Collection Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2004-artist-collection-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2004,Imagery
,Red,US,"A dry, medium-bodied Pinot that shows very ripe fruit, easy tannins and a crisp bite of acidity. The flavors are delicious, all black cherries, sweet rhubarb tea, cola, vanilla and cinnamon. It's a wine you'll find yourself reaching for a second and a third time.",,23,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2002 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2002-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Foppiano
,Red,US,"Dry Creek Zins, at their best, like this one, show a rich earthiness, in addition to the expected array of ripe berry flavors. This vineyard, on the western side of the valley, has a balance and harmony that belie the wine's very high alcohol content.",Halling Vineyard,25,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Deux Amis 2002 Halling Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-amis-2002-halling-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Deux Amis
,White,US,"Everything's controlled in this balanced, harmonious Chard. The tropical fruit is ripe, oak is judiciously applied, creamy lees are just right. It's a very elegant, pure wine that gets better and better with every sip.",Reserve,28,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,France,"The top cuvée from the Domaine le Clos de Caillou takes its name from the stones of quartz which make up the vineyard. This is a deliciously rich wine, which shines with very ripe red fruits and layers of modern tannins. Although the aftertaste is dry, the fruit is already attractive. Imported by North Berkeley Imports.",Les Quartz,90,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine le Clos du Caillou 2003 Les Quartz Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-clos-caillou-2003-quartz-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine le Clos du Caillou
,Red,Australia,"Earthy and meaty, balanced by lifted hints of violets and peppery spice. Black plum and dark chocolate flavors evenly coat the palate, ending on a firm note that provides a sense of elegance.",,23,90,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Cape Mentelle 2003 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2003,Cape Mentelle
,Red,US,"About 300 cases were made of this satiny red blend, roughly two-thirds Cabernet Franc and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon. A pretty, softly fruity nose is accented with barrel scents of toasted coconut. It has all the charm and vibrant fruit flavor of a young wine, nicely wrapped in new oak.",Coda,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadence 2003 Coda Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2003-coda-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Cadence
,Red,France,"Made from vines planted by grandpa Joseph Boiron, this wine, created by Nicolas, is 98% Grenache. It is solid, not huge, with some jammy, sweet fruit, some licorice, herbs and a welcoming southern warmth. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",A la Gloire de mon Grand-Père,37,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Bosquet des Papes 2003 A la Gloire de mon Grand-Père Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosquet-papes-2003-a-gloire-mon-grand-pere-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Bosquet des Papes
,White,Australia,"Pungently grassy and herbal, with hints of passion fruit and grapefruit on the nose. In the mouth, the lush fruit flavors are considerably tamer, finishing long, and balanced by crisp acids.",,13,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2005 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2005-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2005,Cape Mentelle
,Red,US,"Once conceived as a Merlot specialist, Northstar seems to have drifted, well, south, and is now crafting more of a Right Bank Bordeaux blend. A confusing array of vineyard sites are packed into the wine, which seems to have wandered into a kind of mid-life identity crisis. Pleasant strawberry and raspberry fruit anchors a rather simple palate.",,52,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 2002 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Northstar
,Red,US,"This is a very good Cab. The wine is balanced, oaky and tannic, with the elegant power associated with this winery and appellation. Still, it's astringent now and doesn't seem ageable. Drink now.",,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Stags' Leap Winery
,Sparkling,US,"The Russians liked sugar in their Champagne, and this cuvée is one of Iron Horse's sweeter ones. The residual sugar makes it round and mellow despite crisp acidity. But the finish is dry and whistle-clean.",Russian Cuvee,30,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2000 Russian Cuvee Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-russian-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Iron Horse
12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Dust, apple, mushroom and toast aromas start things off, and reveal some stone fruit and talc on the palate. Its texture—moussey and frothy, rather than dry and crisp—reminds me of Cremant or Prosecco. 53% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 12% Pinot Meunier. Imported by Clos Du Val Wine.",Brut,30,87,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Clover Hill 2000 Brut  (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clover-hill-2000-brut-sparkling-tasmania/,Champagne Blend,2000,Clover Hill
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From one of Asti's biggest and most established producers. Good mousse and green notes on the nose, such as lemon rind, bay leaf, fresh grass and dried mint, round off a perky dessert wine ripe with honey and peach. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Cardinale Lanata,13,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Villa Lanata 2004 Cardinale Lanata  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-lanata-2004-cardinale-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Villa Lanata
13.7,Red,Argentina,"Clean and in your face, with touches of mint and leather to the cherry-dominate bouquet. Good in the mouth, with a nice feel, moderate but noticeable tannins and fresh plum, berry and integrated oak flavors. Competent and lengthy on the finish. Imported by Mediterranean Wine Imports.",,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sorbus 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorbus-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Sorbus
,Red,US,"With Merlot and Cabernet Franc dominating the blend, this is a soft, gentle wine, with silky, light tannins and ripe flavors of cherries and oak. Drink now.",The Ghost,42,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,2820 Wine Co. 2002 The Ghost Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2820-wine-co-2002-ghost-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,2820 Wine Co.
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has aromas and flavors of raspberries and Sweet Tart. The palate is accented with some oat and coconut flavors, too. Juicy, forward, and made to drink now. Imported by McWilliam's Hanwood Estate.",,12,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-hanwood-estate-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate
7,Sparkling,Italy,"Classic Muscat muskiness greets the nose and is followed by grass, citrus, dried flowers and rubber. The dried flower notes are particularly attractive and beg for hazelnut tarts, as producer Andrea Faccio suggests. Imported by Vin Divino.",Andrea,15,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Villa Giada 2004 Andrea  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-giada-2004-andrea-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Villa Giada
14,Red,Chile,"Lighter-weight red-fruit aromas of raspberry and strawberry set the stage for plum and other snappy flavors. It's all reflective of being a red from Casablanca, hence there's a minute amount of herbal essence and fresh acidity. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Reserve,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2003 Reserve Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2003-reserve-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2003,Carmen
,Red,US,"Showcases Grenache's cherry flavors very well, with the fruit standing front and center in this soft, dry wine with an edge of sweet oak. It could use greater structure, but sure is a tasty sipper.",,29,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2003 Grenache (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2003-grenache-central-coast/,Grenache,2003,Clos La Chance
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Lightly mineral, with lime on the nose along with sugared pastry. Mostly it's about ripe apple flavors along with lemon-lime, but along the way there's some wayward bitterness that wrestles with overt sweetness. Still, it's good overall. Imported by Astoria.",18 Dry,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,Astoria 2004 18 Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2004-18-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano/,Prosecco,2004,Astoria
14.2,Red,US,"Tastes a little raw, with still-youthful acids, although there's a softness that frames the cherry and blackberry flavors. But this isn't an ager. It's a pleasant, clean Cabernet blend that's drinkable now and through 2006.",Alluvium Red Table Wine,30,86,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2001 Alluvium Red Table Wine Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-alluvium-red-table-wine-sonoma-knights-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Beringer
,Red,US,"Made from a Northern Italy grape, this is a wine to cut through olive oil, cheese and tomato sauce. It's dry and very tannic, with plum and blackberry flavors. You might try it as an alternative to Zinfandel.",Artist Collection,33,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Imagery 2002 Artist Collection Lagrein (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2002-artist-collection-italian-red-lagrein-central-coast-paso-robles/,Lagrein,2002,Imagery
,Sparkling,US,"Robust and elegant, this bubbly has Chardonnay flavors of peaches, while Pinot Noir gives it a cherry tinge and a fuller body. It's crisp in acids, and finishes with a fine bread dough taste and pronounced sweetness that's almost off-dry.",Brut Cuvee,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2001 Brut Cuvee Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2001-brut-cuvee-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Hagafen
,Red,US,"Pleasing, but basically straightforward. It's all on the surface, but the cherries and oak, vanilla and woodspice come together in a satisfying swirl of dusty tannins.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Leveroni 2003 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leveroni-2003-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2003,Leveroni
,Red,US,"You'll find lots of cool-climate richness in this Syrah. It has an inviting aroma of white pepper, with cassis and coffee flavors that finish dry and balanced. It's a little thin, but dry and interesting, a decent value at this price.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Liberty School 2003 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Liberty School
13,Red,Portugal,"Smells slightly roasted or caramelized, then picks up dried cherries, citrus fruit and herbs in the mouth. A smooth, rounded mouthfeel adds interest. Chocolate and raisin notes on the finish suggest pairing with hard cheeses at the end of a meal. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Santa Fé de Arraiolos,9,85,Alentejano,,,J.P. Vinhos 2003 Santa Fé de Arraiolos Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-vinhos-2003-santa-fe-arraiolos-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,J.P. Vinhos
,Red,US,"Good as it is, this wine is having acidity problems, meaning it's overly soft and melted. Yes, it has delicious flavors of black cherries, chocolate and oak, and the tannins are smooth and luxurious, but what about balance?",Sunny Slope Vineyard,35,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 2002 Sunny Slope Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2002-sunny-slope-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2002,Imagery
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells fat, like cherry liqueur and white pepper. In the mouth, it's medium-sized and decent weight; it's a one-trick wine that gets the job done. Raspberry and plum fruit take on a hefty dose of oak through the finish. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",Underground Series,11,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Evans & Tate 2003 Underground Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2003-underground-series-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Evans & Tate
,Red,US,"Seems a bit light for this vintage and appellation. There are minty, wintergreen aromas along with riper cherries and chocolate, and a bitterness or sharpness to the finish.",,65,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Frog's Leap
,Sparkling,US,"A little rough and scoury around the edges, but gets the job done with some nice doughy, citrus fruit flavors and a dry, crisp finish. Drink now.",Brut Cuvee,25,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2002 Brut Cuvee Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2002-brut-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Domaine Carneros
,Red,US,"There's a hardness, a tannic greenness to this Cab-based wine that time may or may not address. It's hard to tell. Meanwhile, the flavors of cassis, blackberries, black cherries, blueberries and smoky oak finish with a dry, peppery spiciness.",Napanook,39,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 2002 Napanook Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-2002-napanook-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Dominus
,Red,US,"Dark, jammy, thick on the tongue and bursting with fresh fruit, this Zin is likeable from the get go. It's not subtle about the way it delivers its no-holds-barred blueberry, blackberry and cherry flavors, wrapped in rich tannins.",Old Vine,13,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clay Station 2004 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clay-station-2004-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2004,Clay Station
,Red,US,"Here's an oaky wine, sending out powerful waves of vanilla, toast and woodspice. The oak carries through in the mouth, where it joins ripe, sweet cherry and mocha flavors. Drink now.",Estate,45,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,William Harrison 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-harrison-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,William Harrison
,Red,US,"An inexpensive house wine to buy by the case. A blend of Zin, Syrah and Barbera, it showcases the richness of each variety, and is dry and interesting. A great vin ordinaire from Montevina, which is owned by the Trinchero family.",Red Wine,10,86,California,California Other,California,Wild Bunch 2003 Red Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-bunch-2003-red-wine-other/,Red Blend,2003,Wild Bunch
,Red,US,"This is one of those high-alcohol, Porty Zins. With nearly 16% alcohol, it's like a mocha chocolate drink infused with cassis, black cherries and raspberries, then sprinkled with cinnamon and nutmeg. Thankfully it's dry, which makes it worthy of recommendation.",,28,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Dogwood 2003 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogwood-2003-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2003,Dogwood
,Red,US,"A nice Zin and while it's a little light, this is a decent price for a wine of this character. It's dry and full-bodied, with ripe cherry, blackberry, raisin and chocolate flavors and a spicy finish.",Private Selection,11,86,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2003 Private Selection Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-private-selection-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Robert Mondavi
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A frothy, fun and festive wine from one of the area's biggest producers. This wine shows grassy notes, mineral tones, generous peach and honey. Imported by Italian Wine Growers.",,11,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Vallebelbo 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallebelbo-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Vallebelbo
,Red,US,"Clean, balanced and very drinkable, this Zin shows well-ripened cherry-berry flavors and smooth, rich tannins, and finishes dry. It's an easy, assured wine that shows real Dry Creek character.",The Reverend,21,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Roshambo 2002 The Reverend Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roshambo-2002-reverend-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Roshambo
14,Sparkling,Australia,"A good Oz sparkler, offering molasses and mixed-berry aromas, followed up by plum flavors on the palate. Tannins are notable, and persist through the finish. Imported by Precept Brands.",Black Bubbles Sparkling,20,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shingleback NV Black Bubbles Sparkling Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingleback-nv-black-bubbles-sparkling-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,,Shingleback
,Red,US,"There's lots of ripe berry flavor in this Pinot, whose mouthfeel has a certain rustic character. It's a heavy wine, dark, thick and jammy, with a chocolaty feel to the cherries and rhubarb pie flavors, although it's completely dry.",Burnside Vineyard Reserve,60,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 2002 Burnside Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2002-burnside-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Rutz
,Red,Argentina,"Lightly but properly oaked, with strong, likable hints of mocha, coffee and mint. It's a textbook New World, bargain-priced Cab, with plum and cassis flavors that are fresh and easy. Shows good structure, tannin and ripeness, with yet more finishing oak. A quintessential by-the-glass pour. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Oak Cask,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2003 Oak Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2003-oak-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Trapiche
14,Red,Chile,"Rustic and hard, with leather and a lot of wood on the nose. But it should not be dismissed for that; the flavors are saturated and driving, with baked plum and berry plowing their way through to a finish of bitter chocolate and coffee. Fierce as it is in terms of tannin, it has a true mountain quality to it. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Antu,19,86,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2002 Antu Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2002-antu-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,MontGras
,Sparkling,US,"A great big waft of cherries erupts from the glass, signaling a fruity wine, which indeed this bubbly is. Its full-bodied flavors have a nice yeasty, doughy quality, and the wine is fully dry, although somewhat rough in texture.",Blanc de Noirs,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-sonoma-county-50697/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,France,"Using Aïeul, an old word for grandfather, Thierry and Jean-Pierre Usseglio pay homage to grandpa Pierre. They have made a ripe and juicy wine, with red fruits, some touch of wood and a light hint of dry tannins to finish. Imported by Wines of France.",Cuvée de Mon Aïeul,79,86,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Pierre Usseglio et Fils 2003 Cuvée de Mon Aïeul Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pierre-usseglio-fils-2003-cuvee-mon-aieul-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Pierre Usseglio et Fils
,White,France,"Winemaker Patriat considers his Bourgognes the “most important wines in the range.” This likeable Chardonnay melds ripe pear, melon and honey notes with hints of spice and mineral. Only 5 percent new oak, with no battonage.",,16,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
,Red,US,"There's plenty of toast for lovers of new oak, with cinnamon and mocha giving it an assertive come-on like a vinous Frappucino. The core fruit is soft and round, mixing cherries and plums in with all that toast and chocolate. Pleasant and smooth; best for near-term drinking.",Narcissa,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Whitman Cellars 2002 Narcissa Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitman-cellars-2002-narcissa-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Whitman Cellars
,Red,US,"Released a year later than the '02 Merlot, this Cab is drinkable, although the tannins remain fairly astringent. The fruit is ripe, suggesting black currants and cassis. A distraction is a bitter note on the finish that is unlikely to age out.",,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barlow 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Barlow
,Red,US,"This winery has shown consistency over the years in producing a sound, balanced Syrah with lots of ripe red and black stone fruit, berry flavors and a good grip of tannins. The next step is to aim for depth and complexity.",,32,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Broll Mountain Vineyards 2003 Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broll-mountain-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2003,Broll Mountain Vineyards
,Sparkling,US,"Drier and rougher than Mumm's Reserve Brut, this is a decent bubbly for the price. It has nice Champagne flavors of baked bread, yeast and citrus, and is very clean and lively.",Brut Prestige,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Brut Prestige Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-nv-brut-prestige-sparkling-napa-valley-49882/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Cuvée Napa
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Smooth and full of apple flavors and aromas. Runs a bit sweet and easy, with pear notes poking through. Finishes mild enough, with lemon-lime and a hint of mineral and toast. Imported by Grapes of Spain.",Brut,13,86,Catalonia,Cava,,1+1=3 NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/1-1-3-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,1+1=3
,White,US,"The acidity and asperity of this Chard are a bit beyond my comfort zone, but that's Edna Valley for you. It's certainly a distinctive wine, a best-blocks selection rich in lemon, lime and mineral flavors, to which the winemaker has added a filigree of toasted oak.",Grand Firepeak Cuvée,30,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2003 Grand Firepeak Cuvée Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2003-grand-firepeak-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Baileyana
14,Red,Australia,"A down-the-line, straight-forward Shiraz, not superlayered or nuanced, but enjoyable. Fresh plum fruit is forward, and takes on sweet-spice accents of clove and cinnamon on the nose. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Oomoo,12,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hardys 2001 Oomoo Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2001-oomoo-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2001,Hardys
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Delicate and feminine with tight peach and apricot weaved into an attractive aromatic embroidery. Extremely dense lather builds up each time you swirl your glass, making this wine perfect for dried or baked desserts. Imported by Vitis Imports.",Tenuta del Fant,17,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Il Falchetto 2004 Tenuta del Fant  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-falchetto-2004-tenuta-fant-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Il Falchetto
,Red,US,"Briary and brambly, this Zin has an exotic, peppery personality all its own. Fortunately, the wine is thoroughly dry and balanced, and will be good with barbecued chicken slathered in a rich, spicy tomato sauce.",Reserve Selection,14,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hayman & Hill 2003 Reserve Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hayman-hill-2003-reserve-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hayman & Hill
11.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Almost identical to the Lorikeet Brut. There's more peachy-tropical fruit here; it's off-dry, as it should be, with a brief finish. Imported by North Lake Wines.",Extra Dry,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lorikeet NV Extra Dry  (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorikeet-nv-extra-dry-south-eastern-australia/,Champagne Blend,,Lorikeet
11,Sparkling,Spain,"Dry as a bone, with petrol and green-apple aromas. The palate delivers expected apple and lemon flavors, while the finish is crisp, tangy and a touch tart. Simultaneously acidic and elegant. Classic no-sugar brut nature. Imported by Iberian Wine Importers.",Gold Brut Nature,13,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Lacatus NV Gold Brut Nature White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lacatus-nv-gold-brut-nature-white-cava/,White Blend,,Lacatus
13,Red,Portugal,"A bit herbal and resiny, but those elements are mostly balanced by cherry fruit, giving it a slightly medicinal aspect. Supple in texture and medium-bodied, it finishes crisply, with hints of cocoa and citrus. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Adriano Estate Bottled Red Wine,15,86,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2003 Adriano Estate Bottled Red Wine Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2003-adriano-estate-bottled-red-wine-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Ramos-Pinto
12,Sparkling,Spain,"A bit of roasted corn and hay carry the nose of this semi sweet bubbly. It's round and fruity, with notes of canned pear and hints of sweet spice. Decent acidity and zest ensure that it keeps its balance. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Aria Extra Dry,12,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-extra-dry-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
14.5,Red,Chile,"Cherry and red-plum aromas on the nose, with a restrained, tolerable medicinal note. Mostly raspberry and strawberry on the palate, then some sticky tannins and milk chocolate flavors on the back end. Shows a starchy grip. Imported by Canandaigua Wine Co.",Barrica Selection,13,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2003 Barrica Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2003-barrica-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Santa Carolina
,Red,US,"This is a rewardingly supple and above all balanced Merlot. It has a Cabernet-like structure, but lighter, and is marked by delicious cherry and cedar flavors and rich tannins.",,15,86,California,California Other,California,Chateau St. Jean 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Chateau St. Jean
14,Red,Australia,"A lighter-sized Shiraz, this one features red berry and cherry in abundance on the palate, but flattens out to a dusty, woody finish. Aromas run the gamut from black pepper and sweet raspberry to floral notes, then rhubarb and tomato. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",Ostrich Hill,17,86,South Australia,Currency Creek,,Currency Creek Estate 2003 Ostrich Hill Shiraz (Currency Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/currency-creek-estate-2003-ostrich-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-currency-creek/,Shiraz,2003,Currency Creek Estate
,White,US,"The blend includes 2% Viognier, presumably for bouquet. A measure of the classy winemaking that exemplifies this value brand. The nose indeed shows pretty citrus blossom fragrances, and light green apple fruit. Not showing residual sugar or fake vanilla flavors. Simple, straightforward and perfectly pleasant.",,9,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2003 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2003-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Covey Run
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells of sweet blueberry and cumin and, with air, toasted marshmallows. The palate has lifted flavors of black cherry and blueberry, with a soft feel and a good helping of vanilla to round it out. On the sweet side, but an edge of oak saves it from being too lollied. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",,30,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Coriole
,Red,US,"With 200,000 cases produced, this is the benchmark Merlot for the state, if not the country. The newest release needs a bit more time in the bottle; it has been stiffened up with the addition of Cabernet Sauvignon and a dash of Cab Franc, and it is showing its tannic, herb and olive components currently. Some cherry and strawberry fruit is lurking below, along with green tea flavors in the finish.",Grand Estates,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Grand Estates Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-grand-estates-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2003,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"Clean and fruity, with light, silky tannins and nice supporting acids, this is a gentle Pinot that flatters with cherries, cola, smoke and vanilla flavors and a smooth texture. It's easy to like.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2002 Mitsuko's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2002-mitsukos-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2002,Clos Pegase
,Red,US,"A blend of all five Bordeaux varieties, this is a balanced, harmonious wine, although it's light in flavor and soft texture for a Napa Cabernet-based claret. Because it's not all that rich, it will do best against simpler fare, such as a standing rib roast or beef carpaccio.",Napa Valley Red Wine,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2002 Napa Valley Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2002-napa-valley-red-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Girard
,Red,US,"Based on Sangiovese, this super Tuscan wine offers lots to like. It's absolutely dry and very soft, with cherry, tobacco and currant flavors that swirl together into a clean finish complexed with dusty tannins.",Amante,25,86,California,South Coast,South Coast,Falkner 2002 Amante Red (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falkner-2002-amante-red-south-coast/,Red Blend,2002,Falkner
12,Sparkling,France,"Yeasty, smooth and round, with tropical-fruit aromas. Melon, apple and nutmeg/cinnamon aromas are pretty nice while the finish is solid, warm and round. A nice quaffer with just enough nuance and style to rise above the masses. Imported by Boisset America.",Blanc de Blancs Réserve Brut,11,86,France Other,France,,Charles de Fère NV Blanc de Blancs Réserve Brut Sparkling (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-blanc-blancs-reserve-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles de Fère
13.6,Red,Argentina,"Fresh and fruity even if it lacks the precision and depth of a higher-end wine. The fruit is forward and fairly big, and the nose comes around to show character and moderate oak. Good in the mouth; more than fits the bill. Imported by Epic Wines.",,14,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Zolo
,Red,US,"There's lots of rich, ripe Pinot fruit in this wine. The flavors range from black and red cherries to black raspberries and blackberries, with cola and coffee notes and a coating of toasty oak. Has a simple sweetness throughout.",Rod's Pride Goldie's Vines,45,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Toad Hall 2003 Rod's Pride Goldie's Vines Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hall-2003-rods-pride-goldies-vines-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Toad Hall
,Red,US,"Young, soft and a bit jammy-syrupy, this Pinot may benefit from a year or two in the cellar. It has a rich, ripe core of black cherry fruit, with an edge of sweetened coffee, although it's a totally dry wine.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Logan 2002 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logan-2002-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2002,Logan
,Red,US,"This is the least of Morgan's lineup. Its chief fault is deficient acidity or crispness. It feels soft and melted in the mouth, but its lovely cherry, coffee and cola flavors are very nice. Would benefit enormously from more structure.",Rosella's Vineyard,45,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2003 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Morgan
,Red,US,"With a deep, mulchy taste of the earth that's reminiscent of cured tobacco, mushrooms and roasted coffeebean, this full-bodied Pinot also shows plum and blackberry notes that are slightly baked. It's a hearty, soft wine, but not a rustic one.",Estate Grown,34,86,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Monticello Vineyards 2003 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2003-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Pinot Noir,2003,Monticello Vineyards
14,Red,Australia,"This wine is full of dark, earthy, stably, black olive-y aromas and flavors. Their predominance makes for an interesting wine, but also a wine that tastes mature beyond its years. Finishes with tree bark and leaf notes. Drink up. Imported by The Hess Collection.",,16,86,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Peter Lehmann
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Neutral yet clean, with pineapple and lemon-lime on both the nose and palate. Nothing out of the ordinary here. It's exactly as it has been for years: bubbly, a touch sweet and satisfying. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Carta Nevada Brut,9,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-brut-sparkling-cava-50168/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
,Sparkling,US,"Bone dry and elegantly clean in acidity, this doughy, austere wine is less fruity than most California bruts, with accents of lime peel and vanilla.",Brut Cuvee,18,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia NV Brut Cuvee Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-nv-brut-cuvee-sparkling-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Laetitia
11.5,Sparkling,France,"Shows some smoke and other hard, burnt aromas in front of a bright apple-based palate that blends in pineapple, pear and mango. Good on the tongue, with clean, fresh flavors and balance. Tastes pure and lively. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,13,86,France Other,France,,Kriter NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriter-nv-blanc-de-blancs-brut-sparkling-france/,Sparkling Blend,,Kriter
,White,US,"Here's a wine of sophistication for those who like their whites ultradry and with some prickly acidity. The flavors are light but pleasant, suggesting grapefruit, melon and fig. Mondavi's Fumé is especially notable for its balance.",Private Selection,11,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Robert Mondavi 2003 Private Selection Fumé Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-private-selection-sauvignon-blanc-fume-north-coast/,Fumé Blanc,2003,Robert Mondavi
15.3,Red,Chile,"Dark and rubbery, with typical spice, berry and enough oak to come across woody. Ripe and ample in the mouth, with black plum and cedary oak. Chocolate and a pinch of pepper work the finish. Quite saturated, with a lot of flavor. Imported by Canandaigua Wine Co.",Barrica Selection,13,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2003 Barrica Selection Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2003-barrica-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2003,Santa Carolina
13.5,Red,Australia,"Offers crisp wintergreen notes on the nose followed by plum and cherry flavors. A little light in terms of heft and concentration, but is certainly well made and pleasing. Imported by Vincor.",Offspring,16,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Goundrey 2003 Offspring Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goundrey-2003-offspring-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Goundrey
,Red,US,"Here's a Cab with extreme dryness, sturdy tannins and tart acids. It's not offering much now, but will it improve? Probably in the short run, as the cherry and blackberry fruit is there. Drink from 2006–2008.",Special Edition Warnecke Vineyard,70,86,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Herzog 2002 Special Edition Warnecke Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2002-special-edition-warnecke-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Herzog
,Red,US,"Cuvaison's regular '03 Pinot is a little overripe and unbalanced. So is this wine, although it's richer and more concentrated. It's a big, thick wine, too soft, with cocoa and cherry-berry flavors. Simply lacks the flair and finesse you expect at this price.",Estate Selection,42,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2003 Estate Selection Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2003-estate-selection-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cuvaison
,Red,US,"There's lots of rich varietal character in this fresh wine. It's full-bodied and dry, with black currant and cherry flavors and a hit of oak. Finishes with firm tannins, but best consumed now.",,30,86,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Four Sons 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-sons-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Four Sons
,Sparkling,US,"Just a little sweet, which will make it perfect for wedding cake or a fruit tart, this bubbly has wonderfully crisp acids and a nice, doughy Champagne character. The vanilla-infused finish is delightful.",Brut Classic,18,86,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Brut Classic Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-brut-classic-sparkling-california-50394/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,White,US,"Full-bodied and dry, this 3-year-old Chard is picking up dried fruit notes, although it's still rich in peaches and pineapples. The high acidity has carried the wine this far, but it should be consumed now.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2002 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2002-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2002,Calera
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Plump and a bit gassy on the nose, but it settles to display firm flavors. Quite single-layered, with a crisp but monotone personality. Good mouthfeel, nothing out of whack, but rather basic in the final analysis. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Brut,39,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco NV Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-del-bosco-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-49931/,Sparkling Blend,,Ca' del Bosco
13.3,Red,Argentina,"Starts out exotic, with clove and other spice notes. The palate is somewhat racy, with crisp acids pushing juicy black fruit. On the edges you'll find oaky, spicy notes. Finishes peppery and snappy, with some length. Imported by Hand Picked Selections.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,,,Alfredo Roca 2002 Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfredo-roca-2002-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2002,Alfredo Roca
,White,US,"Clean and leesy, but seems to be a lightweight, with flavors of light citrus and a slightly bitter, citrus rind finish. The regular version is much nicer.",Reserve,21,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Alexandria Nicole 2004 Reserve Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2004-reserve-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2004,Alexandria Nicole
,Red,US,"Alderbrook's Pinots are usually clean, well made and typically varietal, with crisp acids and ripe, pleasant flavors of cola, cherries, rhubarb pie, vanilla and spice. Drink this light, easy wine now and over the next year.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alderbrook 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Alderbrook
,Red,US,"Pleasant, not too stemmy, with good color and well-managed tannins. The addition of 15% Cab Franc gives it a more substantial, dry, slightly dusty finish. 31,350 cases made.",,9,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2002-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Covey Run
,Red,US,"Very toasty new oak overrides the fruit scents; in the mouth the flavors are light strawberry and rhubarb, with some surprising sweetness and a soft, approachable finish. Strikes this taster as too much oak for the light fruit.",Stellar Vineyard Reserve,45,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cougar Crest 2002 Stellar Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cougar-crest-2002-stellar-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2002,Cougar Crest
,White,US,"This variety doesn't have much of an identity in California, and this wine doesn't clarify things. It's very dry and clean and austere in citrus fruits, with a wash of fig, sort of like a Sauvignon Blanc.",,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Greenwood Ridge 2004 Sémillon (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2004-semillon-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sémillon,2004,Greenwood Ridge
,White,US,"Gulpable, delicious, easy, fruity, delightful; these are a few words that come to mind with this wine. The apple, peach, fig, orange zest and vanilla flavors are framed in zesty acidity, with an ultraclean, dry but ripe finish.",,15,86,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Brassfield 2004 Pinot Grigio (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Brassfield
14,Red,Australia,"Most of this wine's fruit is from McLaren Vale, despite the label's broader appellation. Firm black fruit and medium weight mark this wine, which also has accents of Sweet Tart. Flavors are pretty nice, though obscured by a papery-oaky veneer. Imported by Aussie Imports.",,20,86,South Australia,South Australia,,3 Hills High 2001 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-hills-high-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2001,3 Hills High
,Sparkling,US,"Amylic, showing rather awkward tropical fruit/bubblegum character, with banana-like softness. Blowsier than the rest of the lineup, this is perfectly drinkable but less elegant (and more expensive) than Argyle's fine vintage brut.",Knudsen Vineyard Brut,30,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1998 Knudsen Vineyard Brut Sparkling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1998-knudsen-vineyard-brut-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1998,Argyle
,Red,US,"Here's a young wine not offering much now beyond tons of ripe cherry and blackberry fruit and sharp, immature acids and tannins. It's well made, with a toasty oak edge. You might want to age it for a couple years.",,75,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Vine Cliff 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Vine Cliff
13.5,Red,Portugal,"Smoky and charred, with scents of coffee and game that dominate the pleasant dark-skinned plum fruit underneath. Smooth and creamy in the mouth, with a long, softly tannic finish. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",Reserva,24,86,Douro,,,Quinta de Roriz 2001 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-de-roriz-2001-reserva-red-douro-47811/,Portuguese Red,2001,Quinta de Roriz
14.5,Red,Australia,"Opens with meaty, molassesy aromas that turn to  tomato with air. On the palate, plum and oak are accented by minty flavors that come through in full force on the finish, along with some cherry cordial. Feminine-sized, with smooth tannins. Imported by Xanadu Normans Wine Group.",Old Vine,15,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Normans 2002 Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/normans-2002-old-vine-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Normans
,Red,US,"This vineyard in the southern Salinas Valley has been getting really interesting in recent years. This is the first Bernabe Pinot Noir that's captured my attention. It's dry and nicely varietal, scoring well on the deliciousness scale.",San Bernabe Vineyard,14,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Night Owl 2003 San Bernabe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/night-owl-2003-san-bernabe-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Night Owl
,Red,France,"A traditional style of wine whose relatively light color shows the influence of 75% Grenache and classic vinification. But of its kind, this is a fine wine, with spice, red fruits and juicy flavors. Imported by Wines of France.",Cuvée Tradition,39,86,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Pierre Usseglio et Fils 2003 Cuvée Tradition Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pierre-usseglio-fils-2003-cuvee-tradition-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Pierre Usseglio et Fils
,Red,US,"Seems to have been picked earlier than most Napa Cabs, to judge by the acids, firm tannins and the fruit that was snapped off before it developed voluptuous flavors. This is not a hedonistic wine nor is it an ager, but a dry red that won't compete with food.",Reserve Chicken Ranch Vineyard,30,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Trinchero 2003 Reserve Chicken Ranch Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2003-reserve-chicken-ranch-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Trinchero
,Rose,US,"Delicious in cherries, raspberries and vanilla, with subtle herb flavors, this blush is dry, crisp and balanced. It's really a lovely rosé that will be versatile at the table.",ReZerve,10,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2004 ReZerve Rosé (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2004-rezerve-rose-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Rosé,2004,Sobon Estate
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Light, yeasty and dusty, with subtle fruit aromas. Equally light but fresh on the tongue, with crisp lime flavors. Precise but simple; likable and very easy to quaff. Classic mainstream Prosecco. Imported by USA Wine Imports.",Brut,16,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Val d'Oca 2004 Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-doca-2004-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2004,Val d'Oca
,Red,US,"What a value we have here. The aroma is inviting, suggesting a rich, complex Cabernet. In the mouth, it's dry, ripe and smooth, with a long finish.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Twin Fin 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-fin-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Twin Fin
11.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Overall, the brut is pretty similar to Lorikeet's Extra Dry sparkler. Honeyed, tropical fruit, a medium body and light toasty aromas make for an easy, enjoyable value-priced bubbly. Imported by North Lake Wines.",Brut,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lorikeet NV Brut  (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorikeet-nv-brut-south-eastern-australia/,Champagne Blend,,Lorikeet
13,White,Portugal,"Musky on the nose, picking up hints of honey and peaches with air. Smells as if it might taste sweet, but it's dry on the palate, with floral, spicy and melon flavors that finish short and clean. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Catarina,9,86,Terras do Sado,,,J.P. Vinhos 2004 Catarina White (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-vinhos-2004-catarina-white-terras-sado/,Portuguese White,2004,J.P. Vinhos
,Sparkling,US,"Shares the properties of Schramsberg bruts with a good balance of fruit, yeast and acidity, a robust mouthfeel and a long, tart strawberries and cream finish. This is actually a pretty good price for a bubbly of this elegance.",Mirabelle Brut,19,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg NV Mirabelle Brut Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-nv-mirabelle-brut-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,,Schramsberg
15,Red,Australia,"Though the nose is dominated by dark fruit and some anise, with wood accents, what you get on the palate is the opposite. Ripe berry fruit is secondary to a flat, heavy veneer of oak. The wood isn't manifesting itself as toast; it's just wood, and a fair amount of it. Maybe it will integrate with time? Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Show Reserve,24,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Show Reserve Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-show-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2001,Rosemount
14,White,Chile,"Heavy gold in color; a butterball of the first order. The nose is full of oak along with pear and apple. That's backed by a palate of sweet corn, mango, banana and apple. Toasty on the finish, with a splinter of pithy bitterness. Good Casablanca acidity ensures pop on the tongue. Imported by Laird & Company.",Reserve,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Valdivieso 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2003-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Valdivieso
,Red,US,"If you're into Aussie Shirazes, the kind that stain your teeth and taste like an explosion in a fruit factory, this is your everyday vino. It's dry and tannic, and packed with blackberry, cherry and blueberry jam flavors, with a white-pepper scour that screams for a good steak off the barbie.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Twin Fin 2003 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-fin-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2003,Twin Fin
14,Red,Australia,"This medium-bodied Shiraz offers black and green pepper aromas, and firm plum fruit on the palate. Hints of cream and herb add interest to the wine's flavors. A good, everyday red. 35,000 cases produced. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Yellow Label,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2003 Yellow Label Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2003-yellow-label-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2003,Wolf Blass
11,Sparkling,Australia,"Porty, blackberry aromas lead to off-dry flavors of cassis and blackberry. A soft-bodied, frothy wine for post-dinner, rather than during-dinner, enjoyment—cheese course, anyone? Imported by Atlanta Improvement Co.",Sparkling Red,18,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Mt. Jagged NV Sparkling Red Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-jagged-nv-sparkling-red-south/,Red Blend,,Mt. Jagged
,Sparkling,France,"A brand of the Union Champagne, one of the largest cooperatives in Champagne, this particular wine is produced in a limited release of 5,480 cases. It has some good bottle age, and ripe fruit, spoilt at the end by the relatively high dosage that is not well integrated.",Premier Cru Brut,,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Marcel Hemard NV Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcel-hemard-nv-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Marcel Hemard
,Red,US,"With a tomato-skin bitterness that considerable oak treatment can't quite diminish, this Pinot is saved by a finish of sweet, ripe cherries. Still, it's a study in contrasts. It shows elegance and harmony one minute, then that rustic note emerges.",Dutton Ranch,35,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2003 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2003-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Dutton-Goldfield
13.5,White,Portugal,"Smells of honey, nectarine and apricot. Medium- to full-bodied, with ripe melon flavors and a finish that's seemingly off-dry, spicy and long. With its apparent sweetness, it might work well with Asian dishes. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",White,9,86,Douro,,,Evel 2004 White White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evel-2004-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2004,Evel
13.5,White,US,"This wine is fierce in that sauvage character of citrus rind, gooseberry, tart green kiwi and white pepper flavors, but it's very balanced, with a crisp spine of zesty acidity, and the finish turns ripely sweet in fruit. It's a pleasant sipper with some real elegance.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2003-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Gainey
,Red,US,"The '01, reviewed last year, lost a few points for a cut of sharp acidity. This one does, too. There are deliciously full flavors of blackberries and cassis, and great, rich tannins, but that acidity really prickles the palate.",,75,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominari 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominari-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Dominari
,Red,US,"Straightforward black berry and black cherry over dark, chocolaty tannins. Simple, astringent and a bit stripped.",Reserve,36,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2002 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2002-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,US,"Bone dry and acidic, with lemon-and-lime and mineral flavors enriched with a lush streak of nectarine, this is not only a fun Sauvignon, but quite an elegant one. It's hard to imagine a dry white wine more versatile with food.",Selected Vineyards,10,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Selected Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-selected-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Concannon
,Red,US,"Although this wine is a little astringent, this is a decent price for a Syrah with a good chunk of Sonoma Coast and Carneros fruit. The wine is totally dry, with rich tannins and a finish that's elegant and food-friendly.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Cline 2003 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Cline
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Neutral for the most part, with a touch of toasty wheat and baked apple on the nose. Typical cava petrol invades the palate, but it's overrun by tastier, fresher apple and banana flavors. Exhibits some light toastiness on the finish. Imported by CIV/USA.",Extra Dry,9,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Cristalino NV Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristalino-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-46612/,Sparkling Blend,,Cristalino
,Red,US,"Textbook Zin 101 here, a dry, full-bodied wine with flavors of wild berries, cherries, raisins and tobacco, and rich, edgy tannins. Take advantage of the acids and try this with rich cheeses and sauces.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Blackstone 2003 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Blackstone
,Red,US,"Compared to Cabernet Sauvignon, this 100% Cab Franc, from the north part of St. Helena, is softer, much lighter in body, and marked by red, not black, fruits, especially cherries. Like a good Cab, it's dry and balanced, with rich tannins and oak.",Pocai Vineyard,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2003 Pocai Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2003-pocai-vineyard-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Ballentine
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"With less lively mousse than some, this Moscato d'Asti delivers an elegant and refined nose pinpointed on garden flowers, white roses and hints of jasmine. These aromas are further accented by the polished mineral note that tightly frames this wine. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",,14,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Cascinetta Vietti 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascinetta-vietti-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Cascinetta Vietti
,White,US,"There's not much oak on this wine, but there is quite a bit of lees, which gives it a rich, creamy mouthfeel. The flavors are ripe and juicy, suggesting pineapples and lime zest, peaches and tangy tangerines. The wine is nicely dry.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2004 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2004-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2004,Zaca Mesa
11,Sparkling,Italy,"The best bubbly in the Zonin portfolio. The nose is yeasty, with moderate richness and enough apple and citrus to register. The palate features green melon, apple and toast, while the finish is mildly yeasty and fairly full. Satisfying as it fills the mouth. Imported by Zonin USA.",Special Cuvée Brut,10,87,Italy Other,Italy,,Zonin NV Special Cuvée Brut Prosecco (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-special-cuvee-brut-sparkling-italy-51358/,Prosecco,,Zonin
,White,US,"This powerfully flavored Chardonnay is laserlike in the intensity of its fruit. Mangoes, pineapples and lemon custard assault the palate, wrapped in a creamy smooth texture. Not particularly subtle, and not for the faint-hearted, this is a quintessentially ripe California wine.",Jeriko Vineyard,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Ceago Vinegarden 2004 Jeriko Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceago-vinegarden-2004-jeriko-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2004,Ceago Vinegarden
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Clean, fresh and full of apple on both the nose and palate. Citrus and other tangy fruits work nicely on what is a rather full-bodied and chunky palate. Round on the finish, with a bit of citrus peel that offers offsetting dryness. Imported by USA Wine Imports.",Extra Dry,16,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Val d'Oca 2004 Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-doca-2004-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2004,Val d'Oca
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here is a vineyard-designate wine bursting with floral notes: jasmine, honeysuckle and orange blossom. Exotic fruit takes over in the mouth leaving a trail of kiwi, lime and peach backed by thick, creamy mousse. Imported by S&S Import Sales.",La Gatta,12,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Terre da Vino 2004 La Gatta  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2004-gatta-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Terre da Vino
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Gold in color, with aromas of wheat bread and Golden Delicious apples. Lots of fresh peach, apple and tangerine on the palate make for a pleasing flavor profile, while it finishes full and toasty. Nothing overwhelming, but rock solid as a whole. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Arte Italiana Brut,11,87,,Trento,,Rotari NV Arte Italiana Brut Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-arte-italiana-brut-sparkling-trento-49909/,Sparkling Blend,,Rotari
,White,US,"There's lots of flamboyant, ripe fruit here, concentrated and intense in papayas, pineapples, pears and lime custard. The oak is of equal heft, sweet and spicy in vanilla and woodsap flavors. The wine's a little awkward at this time. It could knit together and turn elegant in a year or so.",,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sequoia Grove 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2003-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Sequoia Grove
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Dry, toasty, smooth and clean; this is a textbook non-Champagne bubbly that will work as an apéritif or at parties. The palate is light and crisp, with citrus and apple flavors. And the body is just hefty enough. Imported by Jack Poust & Co., Inc.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Blanquette de Limoux,,Saint-Hilaire 2002 Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Blanquette de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-hilaire-2002-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-blanquette-limoux/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Saint-Hilaire
,White,US,"The same acidity that permeates all of Morgan's white wines is present here, along with citrus, kiwi, tobacco leaf and white pepper flavors. The wine is searingly dry, but there's a rich creaminess that softens and elevates it.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Morgan
,Sparkling,US,"With a slightly sweet finish that accentuates the fruit but doesn't cloy, this bubbly is crisp and clean, and despite that edge of sugar, it holds its own in dry country. Primarily Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it has good acidity.",Cuvee M,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Cuvee M Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-nv-cuvee-m-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Cuvée Napa
,Sparkling,US,"With a pretty copper color and a delicate, complex aroma of  dough, yeast, fresh strawberries and vanilla, this rosé bubbly is a delight. It's bone dry, with a full body and a long, clean finish.",Blanc de Noirs,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-napa-valley-49879/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Cuvée Napa
,White,US,"It's rich in Chardonnay character, with tropical fruit, peach, pear and oak flavors set in a richly creamy, honeyed texture that's highlighted by brisk, South Coast acidity.",,10,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Meridian
,Red,France,"A ripe, earthy, animal wine, which shows good juicy fruit, but moves more to herbal flavors. There are herbes de Provence aromas, dry tannins and powerful, dry, black flavors. This is a well-made, traditional wine. Imported by Eagle Eye Imports.",,32,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Berthet-Rayne 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthet-rayne-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Berthet-Rayne
,Red,US,"Showing the balance and elegance this winery is known for, this Merlot is earthy, with coffee, herb, blackberry and cherry flavors that finish in a swirl of dry, rather sticky tannins. It's not an ager, but will be fine now with richly marbled meats and hard cheeses.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2002 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2002-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"Sort of a junior version of Foley's block designations, this wine nonetheless is complex and delicious. It's broad and ripe in cherry, cola, spice and oak flavors, with a nice, silky mouthfeel and brisk acidity.",Rancho Santa Rosa,38,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2003 Rancho Santa Rosa Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2003-rancho-santa-rosa-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Foley
,Red,France,"Generous fruit and soft tannins push this wine into the sweet, ripe style. It is easy, with some firmness to give structure, but mainly dominated by enjoyable cassis and blackberry flavors.",Not Available in US,,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Raymond Usseglio et Fils 2003 Not Available in US Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-raymond-usseglio-fils-2003-not-available-in-us-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Raymond Usseglio et Fils
,Red,US,"The winery released their '02 Napa Cab almost a year ago and is only now releasing this one. Was it the tannins? It's still a pretty gritty wine. But it has lively and appealing blackberry and cherry flavors that make it a good partner for barbecued steak or chicken, or just a decadent cheeseburger.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Courtney Benham 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Courtney Benham
,White,US,"Oak Knoll is in the southern Napa Valley, and this wine reflects its warmish origins in its softness. Although there are polished flavors of apples and peaches and a rich coating of oak, the wine could have greater brightness and a brisker mouthfeel. Still, it's pretty darned flavorful.",Estate Grown,50,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Corley Reserve 2003 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-reserve-2003-estate-grown-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2003,Corley Reserve
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Producer Maria Borio and her family have crafted an elegant Moscato d'Asti ripe with sticky white flowers, grapefruit, earthy tones, green herbs and fresh-cut grass. That green theme continues in the mouth. A delightful wine with a colorful, child-painted label, it would be great for outdoor events like picnics and barbecues. Imported by Tutto Vino.",,13,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Cascinacastle't 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascinacastlet-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Cascinacastle't
,White,US,"This is about as well as Chenin can do in California. This bone dry, medium-bodied wine is tart in acids, and has herbaceous, apple and wax bean flavors and a clean finish.",Dry,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2003 Dry Chenin Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2003-dry-chenin-blanc-napa-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Chappellet
,White,US,"Borrowing a trick from the Australians, Washington's biggest winery takes one of this state's strengths—the always overlooked Semillon—and marries it to some high-acid Chardonnay, to the benefit of both. Clean, fresh, untampered with, this is content to display good fruit, crisp acids and a polished, immaculate, mouth-cleaning finish.",Two Vines,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2002 Two Vines Semillon-Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2002-two-vines-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2002,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"This is the kind of Merlot that shows how well Carneros can ripen the variety. It's a big, rich wine, almost fat in gooey black cherry, mocha and anise flavors, but is fortunately balanced with rich, furry tannins. It's a bit soft, but very tasty.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,25,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2001 Mitsuko's Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2001-mitsukos-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2001,Clos Pegase
14.1,Red,Chile,"Very nicely made, with good balance. The nose offers olive, tree bark, coffee and black plum, while the leathery palate is ripe and full as it oozes with chewy blackberry. Finishes warm and toasty, with a spot of herbaceousness. Not quite luxurious but fairly plush. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,15,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2003 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2003-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Arboleda
,Red,US,"From a vineyard between St. Helena and Calistoga, this is a good Syrah, but nowhere near as good as the winery's Sonoma bottling, probably because the location is too hot. The wine is soft and melted, although the fruit and chocolate flavors are delicious.",Masked Man Vineyard,33,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calix 2003 Masked Man Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calix-2003-masked-man-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2003,Calix
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Crisp, clean and correct—nothing more or less. The palate pumps pure tangerine and apple flavors on the heels of fine, inoffensive bubbles. Balanced and tasty, but nothing fancy. Imported by Vias Imports.",Jeio Brut,15,87,Veneto,Prosecco,,Bisol NV Jeio Brut  (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisol-nv-jeio-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco/,Prosecco,,Bisol
,Red,US,"There's lots to like in this ripe, juicy wine. The flavors are forward and ripe in black cherries and cocoa, and the tannic structure is sturdy, dry and clean, with a long, fruity-spicy finish. It's an easy wine with some real elegance.",Broken Rock Vineyard,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 2003 Broken Rock Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-2003-broken-rock-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Bighorn
,Red,US,"A little light in flavor and length, this Pinot comes down more on the elegant side than the powerful. It's silky and dry, with pleasant raspberry-cherry, mocha, vanilla and Asian spice flavors.",Reserve,39,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,US,"This is a pretty good wine, clearly well made and balanced, with crisp, bright acids, a creamy texture, some nice oak, and restrained tropical fruit flavors.",,36,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ledson 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Ledson
,Red,US,"Rich, ripe and lush, this wine could only be from a warm climate in the New World. It's super-fruity but dry, with smooth, intricate tannins. The flavors range from red cherries and succulent forest blackberries to mocha and cinnamon spice.",Rushin' River Red,15,87,California,California Other,California,Hop Kiln NV Rushin' River Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hop-kiln-nv-rushin-river-red-other/,Red Blend,,Hop Kiln
,Sparkling,US,"This 70% Chardonnay wine is dry, light-bodied and elegant. It has a vanilla-tinged flavor of peaches, while the Pinot Noir contributes a strawberry taste.",Brut de Blanc,25,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2002 Brut de Blanc Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2002-brut-blanc-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Laetitia
,Red,US,"You'll find crisp, bright acids framing very dry flavors of cherries, coffee, cola and rhubarb in this cool-climate wine. It's not a lush, fleshy Pinot, but one that celebrates its rather austere, elegant structure.",,25,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 2003 Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2003-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2003,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"Rich, dry, full-bodied and tannic like a Cabernet, this wine has a feral quality of garrigue, that wild herb Provençal quality that is so food friendly. With its soft acids and smooth tannins, it's a natural for calf's liver.",Proprietor's Reserve,26,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Wyneland Estates 2002 Proprietor's Reserve Alicante Bouschet (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyneland-estates-2002-proprietors-reserve-other-red-alicante-bouschet-central-valley-lodi/,Alicante Bouschet,2002,Wyneland Estates
,Red,US,"This Petit Verdot, Syrah and Petite Sirah blend has absolutely delicious flavors, stunning in fact. Blackberry jam, blueberries, cassis, chocolate, coffee, toasty oak, spices, the list goes on and on. Plus, it's dry. The only critique is that it's overly soft, in the manner of Paso Robles.",Signature,29,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2003 Signature Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2003-signature-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2003,Vina Robles
,Red,France,"This Cuvée Tradition is made from 50-year-old vines on the Boiron family estate. With aromas of lavender and southern perfumes, it is layered with dry fruits and herbal flavors, with firm tannins in the background. This is a classic Châteauneuf-du-Pape, not as alcoholic as many 2003s. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",Cuvée Tradition,30,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Bosquet des Papes 2003 Cuvée Tradition Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosquet-papes-2003-cuvee-tradition-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Bosquet des Papes
,Red,US,"Tremendously forward in fruit, this soft, dry wine has black cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors wrapped in smooth, rich tannins, and a peppery aftertaste.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2003 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Calcareous
13.5,White,Australia,"Right out of the gate, this Cab is very fragrant, like blackberries and cinnamon, and turns nutty, almost Porty, the longer it sits in the glass. The palate, on the other hand, takes a while to come around. Straightaway, the palate is a little dumb, but with time it opens nicely, turning out fine plum flavors framed in oak and nutshells. Wooly tannins come through on the finish. Imported by Aussie Imports.",,20,87,South Australia,South Australia,,3 Hills High 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-hills-high-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,3 Hills High
,Red,US,"Our panel tasted Baileyana's regular Firepeak 2003 Syrah earlier this year and found it a little green, but still a good wine. This best block selection is richer, but still fairly green and peppery, with sharp acids.",Grand Firepeak Cuvée,38,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2003 Grand Firepeak Cuvée Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2003-grand-firepeak-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Baileyana
14,Red,Australia,"This is a pretty solid Cab, crisp and smooth on the palate, with black cherry fruit at the fore. On the nose, it offers more black cherry, plus unusual rice-cracker and marinade aromas. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Vineyard Select,20,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Angove's 2003 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2003-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Angove's
,Red,US,"This is certainly a good wine, ripe and delicious in cherry, black currant and chocolate flavors, with rich, intricate tannins and a long, rich finish. It's luscious, but very soft, and doesn't seem likely to age.",25th Anniversary,150,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2002 25th Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2002-25th-anniversary-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Flora Springs
,Sparkling,US,"One of Korbel's most consistent wines, this brut shows a rich elegance and balance, with doughy flavors of peaches and a hint of smoke, vanilla and cherry.",Brut,11,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-sparkling-california/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel
,Sparkling,US,"A little sweet, a little scoury in acids, and strong in yeast and bread, this young, assertive sparkler shows delicate peach and strawberry flavors. It's at its best now, so drink up.",Classic Vintage Brut,30,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2000 Classic Vintage Brut Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-classic-vintage-brut-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Veteran winemaker Ken Brown, lately of Mondavi-owned Io, has his own new brand. This Syrah is clearly cool-climate, with peppery aromas, thick tannins and bone-dry flavors of dark stone fruits. It's not an undisputed success, but is a wine worth following.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ken Brown 2003 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-brown-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Ken Brown
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"I like this greenish-hued wine for its very linear and sharp mineral, graphite, green apple and lemon-rind aromas. Those defined fragrances make it a perfect pair with cream- or butter-based desserts. Imported by Maddalena Brands.",,10,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Il Conte d'Alba NV  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-dalba-nv-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,,Il Conte d'Alba
,Red,US,"Really too dry and tannic to enjoy now, this dark, young wine may do interesting things in four or five years. It has cassis and cherry flavors and enough supportive acidity to develop.",,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hill Family Estate 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-family-estate-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hill Family Estate
,Red,US,"Young, fresh and jammy, this Syrah might benefit from a year or two in the cellar. It's dry and filled with blueberry, blackberry and cherry flavors, with a cut of dusty tannins. Good now with steak, or hold through 2007.",Justice,21,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Roshambo 2002 Justice Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roshambo-2002-justice-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2002,Roshambo
14,Red,Portugal,"Shows a bit of tar or treebark on the nose, then reveals crisp, mulberry-flavored fruit on the palate before picking up hints of chocolate on the tart, tangy finish. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Meandro,20,87,Douro,,,Quinta do Vale Meão 2002 Meandro Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-meao-2002-meandro-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2002,Quinta do Vale Meão
14,Red,Portugal,"Strongly scented of oak, with toasty, mentholated scents alongside vanilla, cinnamon and clove. The texture is creamy, with vanilla and tobacco flavors backed by soft black cherries. Should integrate better in another year or two but there's no need to hide this away. Drink now–2010. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Reserva,40,87,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Carmo 2002 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carmo-2002-reserva-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2002,Quinta do Carmo
13,Red,Portugal,"Presents admirably pure black cherry fruit in a medium-bodied format. What it lacks in weight and texture it makes up for in flavor, delivering fruit, mineral and spice in a harmonious package that builds in intensity on the finish. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",Cister da Ribeira,9,87,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2001 Cister da Ribeira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2001-cister-ribeira-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2001,Quinta de Ventozelo
13.5,Red,Portugal,"Shows excellent complexity and minerality for a wine of this price, with smoke and stone dust notes layered elegantly over cherry-berry fruit. It's medium-bodied, with creamy tannins that make it immediately approachable. Drink now. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",Prazo de Roriz,13,87,Douro,,,Quinta de Roriz 2003 Prazo de Roriz Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-2003-prazo-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta de Roriz
,Red,US,"Soft and luxurious as an aged tapestry, this wine shows intricate layers of blackberries and black currants, cherries, cocoa, anise and smoky oak. Although it's fully dry, the fruit is so lush, it feels sweet. Drink now and through 2006.",Reserve,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Solaris 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solaris-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Solaris
13,Red,Chile,"Smoky and saturated, with jammy, smooth aromas of plum and cassis. Lots of tannin and depth, and thus it spreads out all over your palate in mouthfilling fashion. Features loads of plum and chocolate, with a likable chewiness.",Casa La Joya Reserve,9,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2003 Casa La Joya Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2003-casa-joya-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Viña Bisquertt
,Red,France,"A soft, fresh wine that is almost ready to drink. There are tannins, but the ripe red fruits, the fleshy richness and the dusty flavors suggest a wine that will develop quickly over the next 3-4 years. Imported by Rhone Valley Importing.",Marquis Anselme Mathieu,35,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Mathieu 2003 Marquis Anselme Mathieu Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mathieu-2003-marquis-anselme-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Mathieu
14,Red,Australia,"A dark, textbook Shiraz with all the proper parts in place. Smells of fresh, fleshy plums and almonds, and tastes like the same purple fruit decked out with some earth and cream. Charming and very drinkable. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",,27,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2003 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,Coriole
,White,US,"If you're looking for an exotic, lush Viognier, this isn't the one. It's a tight, crisp, cool-climate wine, with citrus flavors and especially well-ripened limes, set off by mouthwatering acidity. It's also a very elegant, well-tailored wine.",Limited Release Stampmaker's,15,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Limited Release Stampmaker's Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-limited-release-stampmakers-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2004,Concannon
13.9,Rose,Australia,"The wine's lactic/cheese aroma right out of the bottle was a turn off, but it blew with time to reveal rosy, raspberry prettiness on the nose. The same notes continue on the palate, where there's also black cherry in a supporting role, and a mineral-smooth feel. 41% Cab, 34% Shiraz, 25% Merlot. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",Fontaine,18,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Dominique Portet 2004 Fontaine Rosé (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominique-portet-2004-fontaine-rose-yarra-valley/,Rosé,2004,Dominique Portet
,Red,US,"There's something addictive about this polished Merlot, with its succulent cherry flavors and that rich finish of cinnamon-dusted mocha. The wine is dry and velvety, although it could use a bit more acidity.",,20,87,California,South Coast,Temecula,Falkner 2002 Merlot (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falkner-2002-merlot-south-coast-temecula/,Merlot,2002,Falkner
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Textbook appearance for a Moscato d'Asti with a thick layer of foam and a pale straw color. The nose is not superintense but apricot, white blossoms and fresh fruit are direct and clean as a whistle. Equally fresh and straightforward in the mouth. Imported by Zonin USA.",,12,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Castello del Poggio 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Castello del Poggio
,Sparkling,Italy,"Sweet and floral, with lime and gardenia on the nose. Nice lemon-lime flavors are tasty and just crisp enough. Finishes a touch like Sprite, with lingering tangerine and pineapple flavors. Imported by Winebow.",Zeta,19,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,Zardetto 2004 Zeta  (Prosecco di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-2004-zeta-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano/,Prosecco,2004,Zardetto
,Red,US,"The Stella Maris, a Northstar second label, is a standout among a largely undistinguished crop of 2002s. Sweet fruit shows tangy flavors of red currant and berry, which carry the wine into a puckery finish. It's round and pleasing, though without much weight.",,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stella Maris 2002 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-maris-2002-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2002,Stella Maris
,Red,France,"A dark-hued wine, with bramble fruits, dry tannins and some stalky fruits. But, as befits a 2003, there is also sweet fruit, solid flesh and a layer of acidity to balance. Well-made and enjoyable, with a potential to age for 5+ years. Imported by Boisset America.",,35,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Louis Bernard 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Louis Bernard
,Red,US,"Ripe in cherry and chocolate fruit, with a slightly rustic mouthfeel of edgy tannins and an earthy, mushroomy quality, this Merlot has enough fanciness to accompany a nice leg of lamb or roast pork.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Selby 2002 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selby-2002-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Selby
13.5,Red,Australia,"Honey and hay accent flavors and aromas of white peach and pear. The two grape components complement each other well, with Viognier giving some lift on the nose, and some heft on the palate. Very good. Imported by Epicurean Wines.",Red Dot,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Penny's Hill 2004 Red Dot Chardonnay-Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennys-hill-2004-red-dot-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2004,Penny's Hill
,White,US,"So dry, so tart is this citrusy, high-acid wine that the palate begs for some morsel to soften it. Goat cheese will do exactly that, or grilled veggies, or a nice halibut sautéed in butter and olive oil. A heck of a good food wine.",Limited Release Assemblage White Wine,15,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2004 Limited Release Assemblage White Wine Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-limited-release-assemblage-white-wine-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Concannon
,White,US,"This wine's fresh and zingy in acidity, and bone dry, with richly textured citrus fruit flavors and the tart, mouthwatering spiciness of green juniper berries. This single-vineyard bottling is almost always a winner.",Magnolia Lane,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2004 Magnolia Lane Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2004-magnolia-lane-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Kunde
,White,US,"This is a bit thinner in fruit than Rideau's excellent Iris bottling, but it's still a good wine, thanks mainly to fresh vitality. The flavors are of ripe, tangy citrus fruits. Dry and tart like a Sauvignon Blanc, but richer.",,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rideau 2004 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2004,Rideau
,White,US,"A combination of intensely ripe fruit and lavish oak has created explosive mango, pineapple custard and smoky vanilla flavors. This huge, New World Chard is almost over the top, but good acidity helps balance it.",Reserve,48,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rideau 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2003-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Rideau
,Red,US,"Although a very good wine, this bottling is not in the same league as the sumptuous '01. It's more tannic and less fruity, although the cassis and cherry fruit that's there is delicious. This is one to drink now while your agers are in the cellar.",,50,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kamen Estate 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kamen-estate-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kamen Estate
,Red,US,"Reined in and tight, but with solid potential given another few years of cellaring. Smoke, earth and herbal notes accent cassis and black cherry fruit. Crisp and firm on the finish, but should bloom by 2008.",Jack London Vineyard,,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1999 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Kenwood
,Sparkling,Italy,"Pretty, delicate and foamy, this dessert wine seems sweet and fruity, yet elegant. Would pair best with desserts with higher acidity such as kiwi tart or fresh fruit salad. Imported by Vitis Imports.",Ciombi (Not Imported),,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Il Falchetto 2004 Ciombi (Not Imported)  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-falchetto-2004-ciombi-not-imported-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Il Falchetto
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Larger bubbles dot a delicately colored wine bursting with crisp peach, green apple, figs, kiwi, wax and a frothy bubble bath smell. Creamy in the mouth yet with enough acidity to fuel a zesty, long-lasting finish. Imported by Margaux and Associates.",,12,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Guasti Clemente 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guasti-clemente-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Guasti Clemente
,White,Australia,"They've toned down the new oak here, but it's still apparent on the nose, which gives up toasty, nutty scents in addition to ripe melon and pear aromas. Flavor-wise, there's plenty of citrus is this relatively lean, tightly focused Chard. It's clean and fresh on the finish, picking up some mineral notes.",,16,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Green Point 2003 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-point-2003-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Green Point
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Winemaker Valter Barbero has produced a wine that is distinguished by amazingly persistent foam and intense herbal, almost menthol-like aromas. You'll also get flowers, exotic fruit, suds and long-lasting mineral notes. Imported by Heritage Wine Cellars.",Bricco Riella,12,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Cascina Pian d'Or 2004 Bricco Riella  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-pian-dor-2004-bricco-riella-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Cascina Pian d'Or
,Red,US,"The ranch is way up in the Mayacamas range, and its red wines are always concentrated. This Grenache is surprisingly light in structure, almost like a Beaujolais, but rich in sweet cherry pie fruit, dry and elegant.",,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Eaglepoint Ranch 2004 Grenache (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eaglepoint-ranch-2004-grenache-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Grenache,2004,Eaglepoint Ranch
,Red,US,"Pale in color, light in body, this Pinot is elegant. It's dry and acidic, with cola, red cherry, coffee and vanilla flavors that finish in a swirl of spice.",Toulouse Vineyard,35,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,MacPhail 2003 Toulouse Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2003-toulouse-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,MacPhail
,Red,US,"Like a Pinot Noir without the noble structure, this pretty red is medium-bodied and dry, with silky tannins and cola, cherry and mushroom flavors. It has an especially nice, long and spicy finish.",,29,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2003 Pinot Meunier (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2003-other-red-pinot-meunier-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Meunier,2003,Domaine Chandon
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Plump and yeasty, with apple, lemon and green banana flavors. Very restrained and lithe, with a clear but distant character. The mouthfeel is supple and easy but it doesn't pack much punch. Finishing notes of mushroom and mineral are light. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Pas Operé Gran Cuvée,62,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 1999 Pas Operé Gran Cuvée  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-1999-pas-opere-gran-cuvee-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Bellavista
,Red,US,"This fresh, young wine, which expresses vibrant fruit flavors of cherries and blackberries, has a slightly rustic edge. It finishes with a swirl of dried herbs and dusty tannins.",Clone Six,65,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bell 2002 Clone Six Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2002-clone-six-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Bell
,Red,US,"Middle of the road, simple and clean, with light herbs and a food-friendly lightness and balance at 13.8% alcohol.",,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Barnard Griffin
,White,US,"Very New Zealandy in the bone-dry flavors of gooseberries, lime peel and honeysuckle, and the zingy edge of acidity, this fine white wine was grown biodynamically by a member of the Fetzer family. It has a long, rich, spicy finish.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Patianna 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patianna-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Patianna
11.5,Sparkling,France,"Spry and alert, with crisp apple aromas and some baking spice for good measure. Equally crisp on the palate, where lime, green apple and pepper run the show. Moderate but extended in terms of feel and finish; tasty and snappy overall. Imported by Boisset America.",Cuvée Jean-Louis Blanc de Blancs Brut,10,87,France Other,France,,Charles de Fère NV Cuvée Jean-Louis Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-de-fere-nv-cuvee-jean-louis-blanc-de-blancs-brut-sparkling-france/,Sparkling Blend,,Charles de Fère
14,Red,Chile,"A strong-willed wine, with mint, leather and oak aromas in front of a juicy flavor profile that emphasizes plum and raspberry. Nice color and zest, with some snap and tartness to the palate. Not an overweight wine but solid. Perfect for ribs or burgers. Imported by GWFC-Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Oak Aged Reserve,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Oak Aged Reserve Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-oak-aged-reserve-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2003,Viu Manent
5,Sparkling,Italy,"I liked this vineyard-designate wine better than the producer's Clartè Moscato d'Asti (from an east-facing vineyard) thanks to its truly gorgeous and feminine nose. It is delicate and floral and the word “pretty” sums it up just right. Great for a romantic picnic in the park. Imported by Vieux Vins, Inc.",Sourgal,16,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Elio Perrone 2004 Sourgal  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-perrone-2004-sourgal-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Elio Perrone
5,Sparkling,Italy,Flinty mineral tones back up fruit ranging from dried apple skins to kiwi and grapefruit. The froth is less thick than other samples but this wine offers a refreshing and unique lemon soda crispness in the mouth.,,,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Produttori Moscato d'Asti Associati 2004  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-moscato-dasti-associati-2004-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Produttori Moscato d'Asti Associati
,Red,US,"Pendulum is a collaboration with Allen Shoup (Long Shadows), and that, plus the fact that this 1,500-case red wine is a mix of eight different varieties, suggests that it is crafted from barrels that did not make the final blend for Long Shadows. There is plenty of expensive, toasty new oak in the nose, cedar and smoke and black olive also, but the wine doesn't really have any focus. Pleasant, especially for the new oak.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pendulum 2003 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pendulum-2003-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Pendulum
,White,US,"Morgan's basic Chardonnay, rushed to market, shows the same vibrant acids and whistle clean mouthfeel of his more expensive bottlings. The flavors are of passion fruit, pineapple juice and lime zest, with a steely, stony minerality that finishes ultradry.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Morgan
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Rubber and cinnamon aromas along with sweet fruits and bubble gum make for an attractive, easy-to-get nose. Very ripe and saturated in the mouth, with blackberry and plum flavors. Not ultra complex, in fact it's kind of monotone. But what's here is easy to like and tasty. Imported by Epic Wines.",,16,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Preludio 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preludio-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Preludio
14,Red,Chile,"DeMartino's organic wine is dark and loaded with blackberry and other dark fruits, but with these flavors come some really hard tannins. Thus, the mouthfeel is like nails. That said, the hope and belief here is that it will soften over the next six months and will be ready to drink by late spring 2006. If not, then I've overrated it. Imported by Organic Vintners.",,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,Nuevomundo 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuevomundo-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2004,Nuevomundo
,Red,US,"A southern Rhône-style blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Petite Sirah, this effusively fruity wine is chockful of melted chocolate, cherry pie and cassis flavors. It's soft, dry and actually quite delicious.",Chateau Duplantier Cuvee Red Wine,39,87,California,California Other,California,Rideau 2003 Chateau Duplantier Cuvee Red Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2003-chateau-duplantier-cuvee-red-wine-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Rideau
,Red,France,"An earthy style of wine, dominated by perfumed Grenache. The wine is rich, solid and quite structured, with fine acidity penetrating through the dense tannins and rough Grenache flavors. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,40,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine Comte de Lauze 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-lauze-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine Comte de Lauze
,Sparkling,US,"Fuller, richer and considerably drier than Chandon's regular Brut Classic, and also more scoury in the mouth, this bubbly could soften and smoothen with a year or two of age. It's doughy and clean, with a rich core of fruit and crisp, citrusy acidity.",Reserve Brut,25,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Domaine Chandon NV Reserve Brut Sparkling (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,White,US,A mirror image of the Sauvignon Blancs; here the proportions reversed (the Sauv Blanc is at 24%) and consequently the wine has a bit of the woody/woolly mid-palate reediness of Semillon. Balanced and crisply ripe.,,9,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"A bit of a disappointment after the exceptional 2002, this young, hard wine brings scents of citrus, white pepper and green coffee beans into play, with rather aggressive notes of American oak. The pickle-barrel character is a bit of a detraction, and the wine is tart, chewy and still awkward with unresolved tannins. Needs time.",Reserve,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2003 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2003,Columbia Crest
4.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Tightly packed with mineral notes, white flowers, dried grass, sage and beeswax. Seductively sweet in the mouth with good foam and bubble persistency; a good companion to cookies or panettone. Imported by Wine Wave.",Bass Tuba,25,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Bava 2004 Bass Tuba  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-2004-bass-tuba-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Bava
,White,US,"This 100% Semillon was barrel fermented in French oak, 60% new. Soft and showing flavors of roasted nuts mixed with honey-coated figs, it is a very good effort, soft and pleasing to the palate. Ready right now.",Kimberley's Vineyard,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2003 Kimberley's Vineyard Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2003-kimberleys-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2003,Cave B
12,Sparkling,France,"Quite red in color and a tad unusual. The nose has rhubarb, berry and beet, while the palate is jumpy and tastes like raspberry. Bubbly on the finish. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Cuvée Palmes d'Or Brut Rosé,175,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 1999 Cuvée Palmes d'Or Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-1999-cuvee-palmes-dor-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Nicolas Feuillatte
,Dessert,US,"This is a very, very sweet wine, smacking of honeyed apricots and vanilla custard. As delicious as it is, it could use greater acidity for balance and crispness.",Late Harvest,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Catacula 2003 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catacula-2003-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Catacula
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Light aromas of petrol and lemon-lime are entirely correct for cava, and the palate pushes fresh fruit in the tangerine and grapefruit realm. Has a bit of heft and zap, with a dry, largely clean finish. Fine on its own; maybe better in a Spanish-style mimosa. Imported by CIV/USA.",Brut,9,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Cristalino NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristalino-nv-brut-sparkling-cava-46611/,Sparkling Blend,,Cristalino
,Red,US,"The nose perks your interest with unusual scents of fresh cut herb, cherry, anise and watermelon. A modest wine, not especially ripe-tasting despite its relatively high brix (26.2).",,32,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Whitman Cellars 2002 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitman-cellars-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2002,Whitman Cellars
,White,US,"Another successful bottling from this brand that nails the style of ripe, slightly sweet fruit, offset by crisp acidity, and delicious flavors of figs, peach custard and vanilla. Easy to like.",,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2003-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Screw Kappa Napa
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Definitely off-dry in character, with caramel corn, doughnut and apples on the nose. Additional applesauce flavors blend with canned pear to create a sweet, sugary, lingering whole. Not bad but simple and candied. Imported by Prestige Wine Imports Corp.",Demi-Sec,12,84,,Trento,,Rotari NV Demi-Sec Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-demi-sec-sparkling-trento-49910/,Sparkling Blend,,Rotari
14.8,Red,Argentina,"Generic berry aromas come with hints of tomato, herbs and leather, while the palate deals cassis and cherry alongside roasted meat and carob. Heavy in the mouth with a syrupy, almost jammy mouthfeel.",Elsa,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2004 Elsa Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2004-elsa-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Valentín Bianchi
,Red,US,"Tempranillo continues to struggle to find a California identity. This warm-climate version strikes one path, in the direction of a soft, dry and fruity wine, with cherry flavors and an earthy, dried herb edge. The next step is for depth and complexity.",,21,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2003 Tempranillo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2003-tempranillo-central-valley-lodi/,Tempranillo,2003,Bokisch
,Red,US,"Simple but clean, this Pinot shows good varietal character in the light body, dry finish, crisp acids and flavors of cola, smoked cherries and peppery spices.",Private Selection,11,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2004 Private Selection Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-private-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Robert Mondavi
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Moscato underwent natural fermentation, and boasts loads of apple skin and minerality but is a little flat on the nose. A good wine to pair with raw fruit. Imported by 5 Star Importers.",San Michele,10,84,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Bersano 2003 San Michele  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersano-2003-san-michele-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2003,Bersano
,Red,US,"Here's a soft, simple Cabernet with decent flavors of cherries, blackberries and coffee. It's dry and balanced, with a polished finish.",,13,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Century Oak 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/century-oak-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Century Oak
7.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This one is out there in terms of its sweet lemon-lime character. Alongside that you'll get dried mango and other sweet fruits. Good in terms of feel, with no residue or cloying character. But it's supersweet, hence the “dolce” designation. And even for Moscato it's like liquid sugar. Imported by Zonin USA.",Dolce,10,84,Italy Other,Italy,,Zonin NV Dolce Moscato (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-dolce-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Zonin
,Red,US,"There's some great flavor here, rich black cherry and blackberry fruit, and the wine is totally dry, but compromised by astringency, which gives it a sharp, rustic character.",Estate,20,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2003 Estate Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2003-estate-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2003,Clayhouse
,Red,US,"This is a junior version of those big, rich Argentine Malbecs. It's something like a California Zinfandel, medium- to full-bodied and dry, with brambly berry flavors and a robust, gritty mouthfeel.",,13,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clay Station 2003 Malbec (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clay-station-2003-malbec-central-valley-lodi/,Malbec,2003,Clay Station
,Rose,US,"There's very little fruit in this watery, tart wine. It has trace amounts of cherries and rose petals, and is totally dry. It would be pretty nice if it had more concentration.",,15,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2004 Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2004-rose-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2004,Davis Bynum
,Red,US,"Here's a Pinot that shows all the classic, cool-climate qualities of the variety, from silky tannins and crisp acids to cherry cola flavors and a spicy finish. It's just too thin in body to merit a higher score.",Vintner's Reserve,14,83,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2004 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2004-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kendall-Jackson
14,Red,Australia,"Smells like demiglace, earth and tree. On the palate, it's twangy, and not very well integrated: A filmy layer of oak hovers over cursory plum fruit. Simple, one-dimensional. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",The Black Swamp,17,83,South Australia,Currency Creek,,Currency Creek Estate 2003 The Black Swamp Cabernet Sauvignon (Currency Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/currency-creek-estate-2003-black-swamp-cabernet-sauvignon-currency-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Currency Creek Estate
,Red,US,"Maybe a few puffs on a cigar would make this taste better, but it seems herbal, hot and flat to me. There's a core of Zinny cherry-berry, but the finish is uninteresting.",Cigar Zin,27,83,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2004 Cigar Zin Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2004-cigar-zin-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Crystal Valley Cellars
,White,US,"Simple but drinkable, this Chard has fruit and oak flavors, a creamy texture and crisp acids. It's fully dry.",,16,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Martin Ray
,White,US,"A little raw and green, but there are some Chardy flavors of peaches, cream and spices, and the wine is dry and creamy.",Angeline,10,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2004 Angeline Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2004-angeline-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Martin Ray
,Red,US,"Country-style all the way, from the rustic mouthfeel to the earthy and berry flavors. It's a dry wine, clean and well made, and fine for standard Italian fare.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2003 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2003,Fetzer
13.5,White,Argentina,"Mildly floral with lemon-lime and anise. But that's initially; after that it really doesn't hold its form. Flavors of melon and honey are sweet but not that convincing, while the feel is textured, bordering on syrupy. Imported by Kensington Distributors Inc.",,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 2004 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-2004-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2004,Fantelli
14,Red,Australia,"Just good, this wine's plum, cherry, cumin and tangy oak aromas are pleasing enough, but the palate offers a jumble of leaf, earth and soda pop-like raspberry and blackberry fruit underneath. Finishes with a tangy, sour streak. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,14,83,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Bush Bike 2003 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bush-bike-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2003,Bush Bike
,White,US,"This blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio and Gewürztraminer is simple and easy, a dry, fruity wine that finishes slightly sweet. It's picnic-style wine.",Serenity,15,83,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Brassfield 2004 Serenity White (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2004-serenity-white-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,White Blend,2004,Brassfield
,Red,US,"Opens with a Porty aroma, a baked brown sugar and pie-crust scent that turns dry in the mouth, with flavors of rum-soaked raisins and cocoa.",,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Catacula 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catacula-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Catacula
14,Red,Argentina,"Fairly charred and leathery for what's here, meaning the fruit isn't really up to the oak. The palate is tangy and slightly candied, with berry flavors covered by a burnt overlay. The finish is acidic and a touch raw. Imported by The San Francisco Wine Exchange.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Alto Valle de Uco,,Finca El Portillo 2004 Merlot (Alto Valle de Uco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2004-merlot-alto-valle-uco/,Merlot,2004,Finca El Portillo
,Red,US,"Here's a country-style wine with nice Zinny flavors of berries and mocha and smooth, ripe tannins. Loses a point or two for a sharp, weird sweet-and-sour note on the finish.",Old Vine Cuvee,10,83,California,California Other,California,Four Vines 2002 Old Vine Cuvee Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-vines-2002-old-vine-cuvee-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2002,Four Vines
,Red,Australia,"Offers an odd mix of mushroom, beef and purple fruit flavors on the nose. Blackberry and blueberry fruit flavors on the palate are sweet and straightforward. Imported by Epicurean Wines.",,15,83,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Earthworks 2004 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthworks-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Earthworks
,Red,US,"Smells pleasantly interesting and complex, with a delicate interplay of blackberry, oak and white pepper, but there's a letdown in the mouth. There, the wine turns sharp and acidic, although dry. Drink now.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Heron 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Heron
,Red,US,"Lean, herbal and austerely dry, this Zin offers little in the way of fruit, although it's perfectly clean and decent. If you concentrate, you'll find modest cherry-berry flavors.",Reserve Selection,14,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hayman & Hill 2003 Reserve Selection Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hayman-hill-2003-reserve-selection-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Hayman & Hill
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A touch lean and green, with hints of rhubarb and burning brush. Raspberry and strawberry flavors are dominant, but there's a hole in the middle of the palate that renders the mouthfeel somewhat hollow. Finishes top-heavy, with a sweet superficiality. Imported by Ecosur Group, LLC.",Donaria,20,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulmary 2004 Donaria Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulmary-2004-donaria-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Pulmary
14,Red,Australia,"Very dark in color, with plum flavors accented by a layer of tangy oak. Very narrow on the palate. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Koonunga Hill,12,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-koonunga-hill-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Penfolds
,Red,US,"Fruity and forward, this everyday Cab is dry, with ultraripe blackberry, currant and blueberry flavors and a rich, creamy texture, with a coat of smoky oak.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,Papio 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papio-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Papio
,Red,US,"The winery's regular Alexander Valley Cab has not been getting better over the years. They seem to be stretching the vines, producing lean wines that no amount of oak can improve. A decent sipper.",,22,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Château Souverain
,Red,US,"Rustic, country-style, call it what you will, this is a dry, rugged, fairly tannic wine with cherry-berry, coffee and earth flavors.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2003 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Clayhouse
,Red,US,"Tannic and acidic, this wine tastes like it could have used a couple extra days of hang time in order to develop more fruitiness and sugar. The blackberry and coffee flavors have a green, peppery edge. Drink now.",Lakeview Vineyards,26,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ronan 2003 Lakeview Vineyards Petite Sirah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronan-2003-lakeview-petite-sirah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Ronan
12,White,Spain,"Gold in color, with a chunky, oversized nose weighted down by apple and orange aromas. A lot of bulky citrus flavors carry the palate, but there isn't much balance or zest. Tastes o.k. but feels a bit mealy.",O Rosal,20,83,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2004 O Rosal Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2004-o-rosal-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Terras Gauda
,Red,US,"Dark, roasted barrel scents cover the tart berry fruit. Chocolate and espresso dominate; the actual wine is tart, astringent and completely overpowered.",,20,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kestrel
,White,US,"Wow, is this wine ever unripe. It has the skunky, cat pee smell of the greenest Sauvignon Blanc, and is raspingly dry and acidic. Weird for a variety famed for its exotic fruitiness.",,24,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2004 Viognier (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2004-viognier-sonoma-valley/,Viognier,2004,Kunde
14,Red,Chile,"Stewed and heavy, with bulky fruit that mixes in hints of green. Slightly volatile on the nose, with a round, meaty mouthfeel. Probably not this winery's best effort, yet still it has some richness, sweetness and commendable flavors. Imported by GWFC-Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Oak Aged Reserve,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Oak Aged Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-oak-aged-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Viu Manent
,White,US,"Earthy and simple, with a scour of acidity that lasts into the finish, this wine is marked by peach, apple and dried herb flavors. It's bone dry.",Shooting Star,12,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Steele 2004 Shooting Star Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2004-shooting-star-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Steele
,White,US,"Getting pretty old for a Chard, this wine has lost much of its primary fruit and is turning earthy and fragile. There's an old-lees taste, for aficionados of slightly mature whites.",Parmelee-Hill Vineyard,28,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Steele 2001 Parmelee-Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2001-parmelee-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Steele
,Red,US,"Rustic and ready, this is a wine for spaghetti and meatballs. It's fruity, bold and ripe, with rich, thick tannins.",Feliz Vineyard,18,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2004 Feliz Vineyard Dolcetto (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2004-feliz-vineyard-italian-red-dolcetto-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Dolcetto,2004,Brutocao
14,Red,Australia,"Aromas are lactic and creamy out of the gate, and go sweet and candied with air. Fruit on the palate is lackluster, the smooth wood flavors and feel dominating. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Diamond Label,12,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2003 Diamond Label Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2003-diamond-label-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2003,Rosemount
,Red,US,"Rough, tannic and common, with herbal-earthy berry flavors and an astringent finish.",Lakeview Vineyards,24,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ronan 2003 Lakeview Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronan-2003-lakeview-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ronan
,Red,US,"Thin in flavor, tart in acids, this wine struggles to find its fruit, which barely breaks into cola and red cherries. It's dry, with sandpapery tannins.",Estate Vineyards,19,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2003 Estate Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2003-estate-vineyards-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rodney Strong
,Red,US,"Very soft and a little sweet, this Cab shows forward flavors of black cherries and blackberries, and some sharp, edgy tannins.",Private Selection,11,83,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2003 Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-private-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"This Rhône blend is rustic and super-fruity, with an astringent, tannic mouthfeel and a semisweet finish. It seems overpriced for what you get.",Estate Grown Threesome Rhone Style Blend,24,83,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2003 Estate Grown Threesome Rhone Style Blend Red (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2003-estate-grown-threesome-rhone-style-blend-red-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Leal Vineyards
13,White,Chile,"Neutral, with a moderate juicy character. Tastes of nondescript citrus, while the finishing notes veer toward orange and tangerine. Imported by Laird & Company.",,7,83,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Valdivieso
,White,US,"Too oaky for my tastes, this wine brims with spicy, smoky new-woody flavors and woodsap sweetness that overshadow the fruit. Aren't we past the toothpick stage?",,16,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Lake Sonoma
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are somewhat meaty, and the palate delivers generic red fruit flavors and a thin feel. A simple quaffer. Imported by North Lake Wines.",,6,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kelly's Revenge 2003 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellys-revenge-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2003,Kelly's Revenge
13.5,White,Chile,"Sort of an odd yellow in color, with chunky, hard-to-discern aromas. Pear and vanilla control the palate, followed by some banana on the heavy finish. A touch dull for Casablanca Chard. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",,15,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Arboleda 2003 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2003-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Arboleda
,Red,US,"Sharp and raw in acids, with cherry, black raspberry and white pepper notes, this is a decent, rustic wine. But it seems overpriced for what you get.",Bliss Vineyard Select,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2002 Bliss Vineyard Select Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2002-bliss-vineyard-select-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2002,Brutocao
14.5,Red,Chile,"Lots of berry and spice on the nose, with basic everyman berry and plum flavors. Juicy and solid, with some tang and jump. Plenty of potency but not a whole lot of Syrah character. Boiled down, it's your average red wine. Imported by Terra Andina.",,8,84,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2003 Shiraz (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Terra Andina
,White,US,"There's plenty of Chard character in this wine, including upfront peach, pear and pineapple flavors, a creamy texture and some nice buttered toast from oak.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Riverside 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverside-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Riverside
,Red,US,"Shows notes of white pepper, wintergreen and chlorophyll, and drinks a little awkward, with a rather heavy mouthfeel and sweet cherry fruit on the finish. Might improve with time in the bottle.",Perspective,45,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Tres Sabores 2002 Perspective Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-sabores-2002-perspective-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Tres Sabores
,Red,US,"Lots to like in this simple, varietally proper Pinot. It's light bodied and silky, with a very soft texture and pretty flavors of cola, cherries, blackberries and toast. Finishes dry and spicy.",,9,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mark West 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-west-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Mark West
14,Sparkling,Australia,"Has a bubblegum center, with a woody, almost metallic, shell. Aromas are of tea and toast; tannins are pretty dominant. Imported by North Lake Wines.",Sparkling,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lorikeet NV Sparkling Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorikeet-nv-sparkling-shiraz-south-eastern-australia-50892/,Shiraz,,Lorikeet
,Red,US,"Simple and fruity, this everyday wine will please Cab lovers who don't want to shell out big bucks. It's dry and balanced, with blackberry, currant and plum flavors and an oaky coating.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,McManis
12,Sparkling,France,"Light and grassy, with simple, bland flavors of apples and grain. Very bubbly in the mouth, more so than ideal. You could even call it foamy. Tastes fairly good but has its issues. Not great for the money. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,40,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 1998 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-1998-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Nicolas Feuillatte
,Red,US,"Coffee, cherry, earth and herb flavors mark this country-style red wine. It's fully dry, with good supporting acids and tannins.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Fetzer
14,Red,Chile,"Quite funky, with roasted berry and earth aromas along with burnt grass, tar and leather. Very sweet and syrupy, without a whole lot of zest. Is it losing steam or what? Seems to have core qualities and nicely integrated tannins but it lacks the overt fruit and purity of the best Chilean Cabs. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,45,84,Maipo Valley,,,Domus Aurea 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-aurea-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Domus Aurea
,Sparkling,US,"The Chard gives it lightness and lift, with a hint of peaches and cream. Dry and clean in bubbles and rich in yeast.",Brut Cuvée Chardonnay Champagne,7,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Bubbly NV Brut Cuvée Chardonnay Champagne Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-bubbly-nv-brut-cuvee-chardonnay-champagne-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Barefoot Bubbly
,White,US,"I wish this wine were drier, because it has some excellent qualities. It has the kiwi, lime and lemongrass flavors of a great Sauvignon Blanc, and fine South Coast acidity, but that sweetness in the finish is so unnecessary.",Estate Grown,23,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2004 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2004-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Babcock
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Fairly plump and wayward on the bouquet, with chalky, tart, green-apple flavors. A bit sulfuric and bitter toward the end, with dry lemon notes. Good enough in the mouth, but sort of short on fruit. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Brut,20,84,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Aneri NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aneri-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Aneri
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Vanilla and pear aromas are neither exciting nor a turn-off, while the palate is solid, ifa bit tangy and weighty. Overall this is a modest wine that's on the downturn. It's not bad but it is flat-edged and bulky. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Graal Riserva,30,84,,Trento,,Altemasi 1995 Graal Riserva Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altemasi-1995-graal-riserva-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,1995,Altemasi
,Red,US,"Simple and soft, this rustic wine has ripe red cherry flavors. It's very dry, with all kinds of oaky, peppery spices. It's not an insult to say it's the perfect upscale cheeseburger red.",,26,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2003 Graciano (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2003-spanish-red-graciano-central-valley-lodi/,Graciano,2003,Bokisch
,Red,US,"On the downhill slide, this still packs in enough tobacco, earth, molasses and prune flavor to remain pleasurable.",Jack London Vineyard,,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1993 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1993-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1993,Kenwood
,Red,France,"This blend of Pinots from Aloxe-Corton, Chorey, Savigny and Marsannay is slightly lean and herbal. Has some nice black cherry fruit, then finishes on a teal-like note with some drying tannins. Try with rare beef or lamb.",,16,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Jean-Claude Boisset 2003  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-claude-boisset-2003-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2003,Jean-Claude Boisset
,Sparkling,US,"Frankly sweet, with sugared peach pie flavors, including the toasted crust, this sparkling wine is clean and smooth in texture. It's a good value.",Premium Extra Dry Chardonnay Champagne,7,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Bubbly NV Premium Extra Dry Chardonnay Champagne Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-bubbly-nv-premium-extra-dry-chardonnay-champagne-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Barefoot Bubbly
12,Sparkling,France,"Light apple and powdered sugar make for a less than powerful nose, while the palate offers fresh orange. Quite light and simple, but generally speaking it's clean and easy. Finishes slightly sweet. Imported by Les Grands Chais de France Americas.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,11,84,France Other,Jura,,Brut Dargent NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Jura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brut-dargent-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-jura/,Sparkling Blend,,Brut Dargent
,Sparkling,US,"A bit fierce in aggressive bubbles, but this sparkler is fine for everyday purposes, with its sweetened peach and vanilla flavors and brisk, clean acids.",Gran Spumante,6,84,California,California Other,California,Ballatore NV Gran Spumante Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballatore-nv-gran-spumante-sparkling-california/,Sparkling Blend,,Ballatore
14,Red,Australia,"A straightforward wine, meant for immediate drinking. Smells of pickling spices, tree bark and vibrant red berries. On the palate, you get pedestrian red and purple berries, jazzed up with black pepper, and a tangy-oak finish. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Reserve,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Lindemans 2003 Reserve Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2003,Lindemans
,Red,US,"The 7% Viognier goes a long way. The big, bright boost of citrus and acidity dominates. The Syrah itself is soft and plummy-chocolaty, with a smear of tannins.",Reserve Selection,14,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Hayman & Hill 2002 Reserve Selection Shiraz-Viognier (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hayman-hill-2002-reserve-selection-shiraz-viognier-monterey-county-49534/,Shiraz-Viognier,2002,Hayman & Hill
,Red,US,"This is a dry, fruity wine that shows good Syrah character. It's smooth and balanced, with cherry and blackberry flavors and a tannic finish. A blend of Monterey and Paso Robles fruit.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Maddalena 2002 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2002,Maddalena
,Red,US,"Light in color, light in the mouth and softly textured, this Zin has a caramelized sugar taste to the berry fruit flavors. It's an easy drinking, everyday sort of wine.",Lakeview Vineyards,18,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ronan 2003 Lakeview Vineyards Zinfandel (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronan-2003-lakeview-zinfandel-central-coast-monterey-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Ronan
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Far more lean and raw than expected, with an overriding green tobacco note to the nose. Grassy on the palate, with raspberry and a bit of rhubarb. Finishes sweety and jammy, with some protruding tannins. Not a bad wine but disappointing compared to the previous vintage. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",La Madras Vineyard,18,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ricardo Santos 2003 La Madras Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricardo-santos-2003-madras-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Ricardo Santos
,White,US,"From this famous vineyard comes a pretty good Chardonnay. It's a bit thin in fruit, with a green peppercorn edge to the peaches, but the creamy texture and oaky veneer offer pleasure.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve,15,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2004 Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2004-bien-nacido-vineyard-grand-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Villa Mt. Eden
14.5,Red,Australia,"Tastes and smells like sweet berry and plum fruit, with oak flavors rearing up toward the finish. A good, pedestrian red wine. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Adams Road,15,84,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2003 Adams Road Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2003-adams-road-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2003,Vasse Felix
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Hay aromas mix with gritty vitamin notes, while the palate shows white peach and apple flavors. Soft, but it's easy and familiar. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Brut Reserva,10,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava-50164/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
,White,US,"Very soft and gentle in the mouth, this fruity wine seems to lack the vivacity you want in a Sauvignon Blanc. But the flavors of white currants, fig, vanilla, lemon and lime are very nice.",Estate,17,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 2004 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-2004-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Sawyer
,Red,US,"Dark and plum-colored, the aromas suggest green, herbal fruit. In the mouth it tastes soft, stripped, over filtered; yet finishes with awkward, astringent green tannins and a lingering bit of alcoholic heat.",,16,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2002 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"There's plenty of fruit in this country-style wine. It's jam-packed with blackberries, cherries, plums and roasted coffee flavors, and is thoroughly dry, with full-bodied tannins and tart acidity.",Selected Vineyard,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2003 Selected Vineyard Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2003-selected-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Concannon
,White,US,"When I was a kid I worked on a farm and baled hay, and this wine brought back memories. Fresh, green grass, sweet dried grass, and lemon and lime aromas lead to intensely fruity flavors that finish too sweet.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2004-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Plan a neighborhood fundraiser. Serve pizza, nachos, that sort of thing. Then buy a few cases of this Zin. With its dry tannins and acidity, it will go down easy with Parmesan and olive oil.",Valley Oaks,9,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2003 Valley Oaks Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2003-valley-oaks-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Fetzer
,Red,US,"Everything's right about this nice Cab, from the ripe blackberry and mocha flavors to the smooth tannins, dry balance and fruity finish. It could use a little more concentration, though.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Eshcol Ranch 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eshcol-ranch-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Eshcol Ranch
,Red,US,"All this wine wants to be is a useful, friendly, everyday red, and it succeeds quite well. Made from Lodi area grapes, it's dry, full-bodied and fruity, with a good dusting of tannin.",1 Liter,9,84,California,California Other,California,Saturday Red NV 1 Liter Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saturday-red-nv-1-liter-other/,Red Blend,,Saturday Red
13.5,Red,Chile,"Light up front, with canned peach and pear aromas. Not that vibrant but clean, with sweet apricot and peach flavors. Good enough in the mouth, with a hint of banana and citrus on the finish. Not that oaky despite its “barrica” classification. Imported by Canandaigua Wine Co.",Barrica Selection,13,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2003 Barrica Selection Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2003-barrica-selection-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Santa Carolina
13,Red,Argentina,"More than acceptable aromas of red plum and light berries set the stage for simple but fresh cherry and currant flavors. Medium-bodied and clean, with a snappy finish and an easygoing overall personality. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",,6,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Castle View 2004 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-view-2004-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2004,Castle View
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Sort of sweet and candied for a blanc de blancs, with sugary apple and mango flavors. On the palate there's a touch of offsetting citrus, primarily white grapefruit and orange, but the overriding characteristic is one of sweet, almost cloying white fruits. It's not bad but it's also not very zesty. Imported by Zonin USA.",,10,84,Italy Other,Italy,,Zonin NV Chardonnay (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Zonin
,Red,US,"This is a pretty good wine for the price. There's a rustic edge, but the cassis flavors are sweet and savory.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Stephen Vincent
,Red,US,"This wine is not showing well now because of the tannins, which shut everything down. Is there enough fruit for the long haul? I don't think so. Give it an “A” for effort, and wait for the '03.",,31,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Stags' Leap Winery
,Red,US,"The latest in a tidal wave of mid-priced varieties under new labels, this Cab is dry and rustic, with cherry, berry and coffee flavors that finish in a scour of tannins.",,11,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Big Yellow 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-yellow-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Big Yellow
,White,US,"Dry, acidic and citrusy, this Viognier isn't your typical tropical fruit sipper. It's more like a lean, crisp Sauvignon Blanc, except for an undertow of pineapple.",,18,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Steele 2004 Viognier (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2004-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Viognier,2004,Steele
,Red,US,"This ambitious brand continues to struggle, in its organic-biodynamic way, to master its Mendocino terroir. This Merlot is clean, dry and very pure, with cherry flavors, yet it needs greater intensity and complexity, and a longer finish.",Camp Masut,25,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Ceago Vinegarden 2001 Camp Masut Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceago-vinegarden-2001-camp-masut-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2001,Ceago Vinegarden
,Red,US,"Ripe to the point of overripe, with chocolate-covered raisin flavors, this soft, rustic Merlot showcases a hot vineyard. Yet it's dry, with only modest alcohol.",Riserva d'Argento,34,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2002 Riserva d'Argento Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2002-riserva-dargento-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2002,Brutocao
,Sparkling,US,"Extra dry, of course, means a little sweet, and so this bubbly is. It has good acidity and modest bread dough, apple and peach flavors, with a clean finish.",Extra Dry,11,84,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Extra Dry Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-california/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel
,Red,US,"The main problem with this wine is that it's excessively soft. Despite the delicious flavors of cherries, cocoa and mint, and the rich, thick, sweet tannins, it falls flat in the mouth, and lacks vibrancy.",Artist Collection,34,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Imagery 2002 Artist Collection Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2002-artist-collection-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Imagery
,Red,US,"This is a ripe and full-bodied Pinot. It has cherry, tobacco, coffee and herbal flavors, and a dusting of dry tannins. Drink now through 2006.",,38,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Hill Family Estate 2002 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hill-family-estate-2002-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2002,Hill Family Estate
,Red,US,"This Merlot is simple and a little thin, but it satisfies because it's so clean and dry. The tannins are rich and dusty, while the cherry-berry flavors pick up steam on the finish.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Heron 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Heron
,White,US,"There's plenty of ripe fruit in this wine, but it tastes kind of aggressive in oak, with scads of toast and vanilla-woodsap flavors that aren't really needed, since the pineapple, pear and peach flavors are delicious by themselves. It would be interesting to try this unoaked.",,21,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hawley 2004 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Hawley
,White,US,"Tastes extremely fruity, with peaches, apricots, lemonade, pineapple juice and all kinds of other stone fruit and spice flavors. This wine could use more acidity, though, as it's kind of flabby.",Viognier-Roussanne,18,84,California,California Other,California,David Girard 2002 Viognier-Roussanne White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-girard-2002-viognier-roussanne-white-other/,Rhône-style White Blend,2002,David Girard
11,Sparkling,France,"Light in color, with clean but dilute aromas and flavors that feature apple, seltzer and artesian mountain water. Dry on the finish, without a whole lot of taste. But it is sincerely snappy and fresh, and for that it deserves credit. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Brut,7,84,France Other,France,,Chevaliers de Malte NV Brut Sparkling (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chevaliers-malte-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Chevaliers de Malte
,Red,US,"This relatively new brand has sold fruit to established wineries for many years. Now, they're on their own, with grand ambitions. This first, 500-case Cabernet is soft and herbal, with cherry flavors and a good overlay of oak.",Katarina,39,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Field 2003 Katarina Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-2003-katarina-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Field
13.5,Red,Australia,"The feel is unusual—like papery tannins—but other aspects of the wine are pretty good for a value sipper. Has aromas of raspberry, talc and fresh whipping cream. On the palate, the fruit is slightly sweet, but will certainly appeal to a young audience. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Masterpeace,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Andrew Peace 2004 Masterpeace Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-peace-2004-masterpeace-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Andrew Peace
10.5,White,Portugal,"Floral and apple-y, with overtones of smoke and slate that add an intriguing mineral component. Green apple, citrus and chalk flavors finish short and clean. Imported by Signature Imports.",Estate,10,84,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vila Verde 2004 Estate White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vila-verde-2004-estate-white-vinho-verde/,White Blend,2004,Casa de Vila Verde
13,White,Chile,"Chunky, with citrus and asparagus on the nose. Flavors of orange, melon and bell pepper carry the palate. Finishes with some lemon extract even though it registers more full-bodied than light. Imported by GWFC-Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Secreto,12,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Secreto Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-secreto-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Viu Manent
,Red,US,"Despite a roughness around the edges, this Cab appeals with its ripe flavors of cherry jam, blackberries and espresso coffee. It's very dry, with a soft complexity that makes it easy to drink.",,19,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Vina Robles
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Aggressive in a soda-like fashion, with light fruit aromas and plenty of warm, dusty qualities. Apple and peach carry the palate, while the finish is fresh in terms of feel but a touch mealy as far as flavor. Imported by Zonin USA.",Brut,10,84,Italy Other,Italy,,Zonin NV Brut Prosecco (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-other/,Prosecco,,Zonin
,Red,US,"Reductive, closed down and musty. Possibly slightly corked, but a second bottle showed the same musty, closed down flavors. The wine simply falls off a cliff in the midpalate.",,30,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Forgeron
,Sparkling,US,"It's a darker-colored wine than the regular 2001 Brut Cuvée,  more redolent of cherries and strawberries, and fairly heavy for a bubbly. The slightly sweet finish suggests a high dosage.",Brut Cuvee Late Disgorge,36,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2001 Brut Cuvee Late Disgorge Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2001-brut-cuvee-late-disgorge-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Hagafen
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Off dry, with green herbs and candy corn on the nose. Stays the course on the palate, with sweetness and just enough offsetting zest. Best for fans of sweet wines. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Cordon Negro Extra Dry,10,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-50172/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
,Red,US,"Perfectly dry, with smooth tannins, the disappointing thing about this Merlot is its lack of richness. It's well-made, but thin in fruit, with only a suggestion of cherry and coffee flavors.",,24,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Freemark Abbey
,Red,US,"Dry, smooth and rustic, this Cab offers berry and oak flavors in a full-bodied wine, with clean, rich tannins. It'll be fine for everyday purposes.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,HRM Rex Goliath NV Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hrm-rex-goliath-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,HRM Rex Goliath
14,Red,Australia,"A dark but not very mouthfilling wine. This Shiraz offers cherry and rhubarb aromas, and a sour plum-and-tree bark profile to the palate. With air, the fruit seems riper, and the wood nuances more noticeable. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Thomas Hyland,15,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Thomas Hyland Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-thomas-hyland-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2003,Penfolds
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Basic and juicy, with olive on the nose along with black fruit. Ripe and tannic, with berry and plum flavors and a robust, somewhat tannic mouthfeel. Pushes cherry and blackberry late; good but standard. Imported by Southern Wine Group.",Sebastian Vineyard,15,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Mayol 2003 Sebastian Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayol-2003-sebastian-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Mayol
14.2,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and firm on the nose, yet soft in the mouth. The flavors are of pure red fruit, mostly raspberry and currants. Mild on the finish, clean and easy, with a touch of buttery oak. Not that deep but decent. Imported by Southern Wine Group.",Montuiri Vineyard,15,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Mayol 2003 Montuiri Vineyard Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayol-2003-montuiri-vineyard-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2003,Mayol
,White,US,"So tart and citrusy, it's more like Sauvignon Blanc. It's an easy sipper with enough lemon and lime fruit and creaminess to make it a value.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Papio 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papio-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Papio
12,White,Portugal,"From the subregion of Monção, this is a richly fruity Alvarinho, featuring pineapple and pears. It's ultimately a little simple, but satisfying and cleanly made. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",,15,84,Vinho Verde,,,Portal do Fidalgo 2004 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-fidalgo-2004-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2004,Portal do Fidalgo
,Red,US,"Easy, gentle and soft, this is a simple, fairly thin Cab that's balanced and harmonious. The blackberry and currant flavors, accented by oak, will go well with a juicy steak.",,27,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chateau St. Jean
,White,US,"A dry, tartly acidic, citrusy wine. There's a strong greenness to it, a peppery, chlorophylly taste that gets those tastebuds going.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Clayhouse
,White,US,"This isn't a bad price for a nice, everyday Chardonnay with some pleasant peach, lemon rind, pineapple and vanilla-oaky flavors that finish clean and dry.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Blackstone 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Blackstone
,White,US,"Grassiness and cat pee mark this wine, with clean grapefruit juice and lemon zest on the finish. It's absolutely dry, with crisp, cool-climate acidity.",Signature Selection,16,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bianchi 2004 Signature Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2004-signature-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Bianchi
,Red,US,"This countywide blend is properly dry and silky, but the fruit is thin, leaving the alcohol sticking out like a sore thumb.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Taz 2003 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Taz
,Red,US,"Simple and fruity, with one-dimensional cherry, cola and coffee flavors that drink dry and silky, with crisp acidity. The finish turns tart in dusty tannins.",Jane's Vineyard Reserve,35,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2002 Jane's Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2002-janes-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Rodney Strong
,Red,US,"Here's a wine that's very soft in acids, with melted tannins. It's a little flabby, but nicely dry, with ripe flavors of blackberries, green olives, coffee and spices. Will go well with a grilled steak.",Hall Ranch,34,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2003 Hall Ranch Meritage (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2003-ranch-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-paso-robles/,Meritage,2003,Robert Hall
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Simple red-fruit aromas are o.k. but fail to register above that. The palate is tasty enough, with sweet plum and blackberry flavors. Creamy on the finish, yet a bit candied and cloying. Improves with airing. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",Auka,15,84,Mendoza Province,San Carlos,,San Polo 2004 Auka Merlot (San Carlos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polo-2004-auka-merlot-san-carlos/,Merlot,2004,San Polo
,White,US,"If you like your Chards citrusy, tart and on the mineral side, this is for you. Some will find it thin, others will call it elegant and food friendly. For me, at this price, it's a disappointment, although it's certainly oaky.",Gail Ann's Vineyard,28,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 2003 Gail Ann's Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2003-gail-anns-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Russian Hill
,Red,US,"What do you get at this price in a 1-liter jug? Plenty of pleasure. Sure, this isn't a dazzlingly rich Pinot, but it's clean, varietally true, and superdrinkable.",Circle K Ranch,10,84,California,California Other,California,Three Thieves 2004 Circle K Ranch Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-thieves-2004-circle-k-ranch-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Three Thieves
15,Red,Australia,"This wine inspired some debate in the tasting room, others appreciating it more than I did. Made by Ben Riggs, a winemaker who certainly knows his way around Shiraz-Viogniers. The aromas are very sweet, with raspberry and blueberry holding court. The flavor? Blueberry jam. Tastes low in acid, but its 15% alcohol is no surprise. Imported by Epicurean Wines.",,18,84,South Australia,South Australia,,The Black Chook 2004 Shiraz-Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-chook-2004-shiraz-syrah-viognier-south/,Shiraz-Viognier,2004,The Black Chook
,Red,US,"This Rhône blend is a California-style Provençal wine, dry and fruity-spicy. It has cherry-berry and herb flavors, with a pretty finish of lavender and vanilla.",Crimson,9,84,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2002 Crimson Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2002-crimson-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Stephen Vincent
,White,US,"There's lots of richness in this well-ripened wine, with tropical fruit and peach flavors, a creamy texture and a notable overlay of spicy, vanilla-tinged charred oak.",,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Screw Kappa Napa
,Red,US,"A wild and woolly, feral wine that screams of underbrush-picked berries foraged under a hot sun. Some of them aren't entirely ripe, but the fun's in the sipping.",,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2003 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2003-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Screw Kappa Napa
12,Sparkling,Australia,"After pouring it into the glass, the bead dies down pretty quickly. Feels flat in the mouth, with pear notes coming through loudest. Simple, and a good quaff. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Premium Non Vintage Cuvée Brut,19,84,Australia Other,Australia,,Jansz NV Premium Non Vintage Cuvée Brut Chardonnay (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jansz-nv-premium-non-vintage-cuvee-brut-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Jansz
,White,US,"A little earthy and tart, this is a minerally, high-acid Chard with tight flavors of citrus fruits and barely ripened white peach. It has a clean mouthfeel and a swift finish.",,16,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Leveroni 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leveroni-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Leveroni
,Red,US,"This is a pretty nice, average Cabernet, dry and balanced, with good fruit flavors. It's a little pricy for what you get, though, and is marred by a bitterness in the finish.",Vintner's Reserve,16,84,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma,Kendall-Jackson 2002 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2002-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kendall-Jackson
,Sparkling,US,"Full-bodied and slightly sweet on the finish, this sparkler has pronounced red cherry and strawberry flavors. It will appeal to those who like a little dosage in their sparkling wine.",Blanc de Noirs,11,84,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-california-50367/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel
14,Red,Portugal,"Like many of the Alentejano wines, this one is a blend of several grape varieties. In this case, it's Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Touriga Nacional and Alicante Bouschet. The result is a broad, mouthfilling wine but one that lacks depth or richness. Black cherry and leather flavors are pleasant enough for washing down weeknight burgers. Imported by Vinum International.",Monte dos Cabacos,19,84,Alentejano,,,Margarida Cabaco 2001 Monte dos Cabacos Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margarida-cabaco-2001-monte-cabacos-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2001,Margarida Cabaco
,Red,US,"This ambitious effort doesn't succeed due to a sharpness throughout, a tart, wintergreen note that detracts. Everything else, the oak, the tannins, is fine.",,65,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Meander 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meander-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Meander
14.9,Red,Chile,"Slightly green, but overall its better qualities outweigh the weaker ones. Almond paste and sweet black-fruit flavors carry the palate, backed by a finish of spice and herbs. Imported by Canandaigua Wine Co.",Barrica Selection,13,84,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2003 Barrica Selection Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2003-barrica-selection-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Santa Carolina
11.5,Sparkling,Brazil,Sweet This blend of Chardonnay and Riesling from southern Brazil is sweet and a touch green. The feel is respectable and the flavors are more or less candy in a glass: look for sugary lime and melon. Imported by XLS Imports.,Demi-Sec,7,84,Brazil,,,Salton NV Demi-Sec Sparkling (Brazil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salton-nv-demi-sec-sparkling/,Sparkling Blend,,Salton
,White,US,"Like Rideau's other whites, this one's fresh and clean and vibrant in acidity. It's a little watery, though. A blend of Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne and Chardonnay.",Fleur Blanche,28,84,California,California Other,California,Rideau 2004 Fleur Blanche White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-fleur-blanche-white-other/,White Blend,2004,Rideau
13,Red,Portugal,"Not up to the level of the single-variety bottlings, but still a decent drink, this offering from Quinta de Ventezelo offers coffee and roasted marshmallows layered over some rather herbal cherry fruit. Green and astringent on the finish. Imported by Supreme Wines & Spirits.",Amostra de Casco,15,84,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2003 Amostra de Casco Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2003-amostra-casco-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta de Ventozelo
,White,US,"There's Monterey fruit in here, to judge by the rich lime zest flavor and crisp acidity. There's also a great deal of oak flavor in this easy, likeable Chardonnay. It finishes dry and clean.",Private Selection,11,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2003 Private Selection Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2003-private-selection-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2003,Robert Mondavi
14,Red,Argentina,"Sawdust and mint smother the oaky nose, while the palate pushes dark fruit and even more resiny wood. Clearly the intent was to offer a barrique-style wine, but the result, while not bad, doesn't really click. What you get is coffee, vanilla and resin but not a lot of fruit. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Medalla,25,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2003 Medalla Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2003-medalla-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Trapiche
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This vineyard-designated Moscato d'Asti didn't quite deliver the pizzazz and spunk we expected. The bubbles are  large and not very frothy, but the nose had an interesting mix of charcoal, chalk, lavender, peach, soap and graham cracker. Imported by Villa Italia.",Casot,15,84,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Tranchero Osvaldo 2004 Casot  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranchero-osvaldo-2004-casot-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Tranchero Osvaldo
,White,US,"This is a full-bodied, heavy Chard, a bit on the soft side, with a balance of apple, dried herb and peach flavors that taste well-oaked. It's fully dry.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Valley of the Moon
,White,US,"There's scads of fruit in this dryish wine, everything from pineapple custard and peach cobbler to ripe green apples. It's creamy and oaky.",Coastal Vines,10,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Napa Ridge 2003 Coastal Vines Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2003-coastal-vines-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2003,Napa Ridge
,Red,US,"Oak Knoll is a southern Napa Valley appellation, cooler than Oakville or Rutherford or even the mountains, which is maybe why this young wine is so tannicly dry and acidic.",Estate,35,84,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Koves-Newlan 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koves-newlan-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Koves-Newlan
,Red,US,"Drinks a bit simple and rustic, with chewy tannins and dried herbs, but there's no denying the plethora of ripe blackberry, plum, cherry and mocha flavors.",,25,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Four Sons 2002 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-sons-2002-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2002,Four Sons
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Crisp and natural, with some bread dough on the less than expressive nose. Distant citrus carries the flavor profile, while the finish is dry and natural. Washes the palate in fresh fashion. Made by Bellussi. Imported by Jack Poust & Co., Inc.",Brut,11,84,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Enrico NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrico-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Enrico
,Red,US,"This simple little Pinot is dry, with cherry cola flavors, a nice, silky texture and a clean, fruity finish. At this price, it's a good way to ease into an appreciation of this red-hot variety.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Heron 2003 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2003-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2003,Heron
13.5,Red,Australia,"A good wine for wine newbies, featuring bouncy, fruit-ripe flavors and raspberry and smoke aromas. Has a Sweet-Tart flavor and feel, and a graham-cracker finish. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Stamp of Australia,6,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2004 Stamp of Australia Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2004-stamp-australia-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Hardys
,Red,France,An earthy wine that shows dark flavors. It has spice and herbal flavors leading to firm tannins. The aftertaste is very peppery and dry. Somewhere the fruit got lost. Imported by Vranken America.,L'Orme Chaulé,33,84,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Gabriel Meffre 2003 L'Orme Chaulé Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabriel-meffre-2003-lorme-chaule-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Gabriel Meffre
13.7,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and oaky, with graham cracker and wood grain on the nose. Tastes fairly fruity at first, with initial blackberry and plum flavors. Turns crisp and acidic on the finish, almost to the point of scouring. Not a step up from the regular, less expensive 2003 Malbec. Imported by Mediterranean Wine Imports.",Reserve,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cinco Tierras 2003 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinco-tierras-2003-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Cinco Tierras
,Red,US,"Odd, disjointed and chalky, It tastes as if it's been softened up a bit, but nothing knits together and there is neither depth nor definition to the fruit. The unusual blend includes 6% Sangiovese and 2% Syrah.",,16,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"If you like Pinot's dry, silky elegance, this is a good everyday wine. It has a delicate mouthfeel, with crisp acids framing modest cherry, berry and spice flavors in a creamy, oak-tinged texture.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 2003 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-2003-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2003,Coastal Ridge
,Red,US,"Sideways converts looking for a relatively inexpensive Pinot will find this one a refreshing alternative to a big, heavy, tannic red wine. It's light and silky, with cherry, cola and herb flavors, and that bright Monterey acidity.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Blackstone 2004 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Blackstone
,Red,US,"For those everyday purposes when you need a dry, balanced and full-bodied red, this is a good choice. It has pleasant flavors of plums, blackberries and spice, with a chocolaty finish.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Blackstone 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Blackstone
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though the alcohol pokes out a bit in this wine, it's still a good, value-priced sipper. On the palate, it's all about chewy plum and blackberry fruit. The nose offers black pepper, chocolate and coconut aromas. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",,7,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2003 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2003,Banrock Station
,White,US,"This is a satisfying wine, with pleasant citrus, fig and melon flavors wrapped in a crisp, buttercream texture. It finishes a little sweet, but is basically a dry table wine.",,12,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jepson 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-2003-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Jepson
,Red,US,"Dry, fruity and smooth, this likeable wine has much in common with more expensive Merlots. Although it's a bit one-dimensional, it shows black cherry, mocha and herb flavors with a good mouthfeel.",,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Screw Kappa Napa
13.5,Red,Australia,"A Demeter-certified wine, made with biodynamic grapes. Has fragrant aromas of ginger and cola going for it, though it's less of a powerhouse in terms of flavor. Smooth papery tannins give the wine structure, but the fruit on the palate is pretty pedestrian. Imported by Organic Vintners.",Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,20,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Robinvale 2003 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Red (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robinvale-2003-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-red-victoria/,Red Blend,2003,Robinvale
,White,US,"Definitely on the ripely sweet side, but nicely crisp in acids, this cocktail-style wine has rich and juicy flavors of pineapples, pears, figs, apples and dusty spices.",Private Selection,11,85,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2004 Private Selection Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-private-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"This wine is very ripe in red cherry and currant fruit, with a mocha edge and a touch of prunes in the finish. It's a little inelegant now, with a sharpness that accentuates the tannins. May calm down in a year or two.",Star Vineyard,80,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,St. Clement 2002 Star Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-2002-star-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,St. Clement
,Red,US,"Similar to Miner's '02 Cab, this wine shares the same rusticity. The tannins overcome the fruit, which struggles to express itself, and the wine seems unlikely to age well. A lighter style Bordeaux blend that has some elegance.",The Oracle,50,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2002 The Oracle Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2002-oracle-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Miner
,Sparkling,US,"Pale in color despite a majority of Pinot Noir, but full-bodied, those cherry and strawberry flavors leap right out of the glass on this bubbly. The wine is dry and a little rough in texture.",Blanc de Noirs,18,85,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-california-50395/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Chandon
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Clean and toasty, with mineral and the slightest hint of mushroom. Full and ripe in the mouth, with toasty apple flavors. Limited in depth and complexity, but full of lemon-lime. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Cordon Negro Brut,10,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-brut-sparkling-cava-50171/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
,Red,US,"Very tight and quite tannic, the venerable (30-year-old) vineyard is not in character here; surely the best grapes went into the Artist Series and Reserve bottlings. The spare fruit is wrapped in chalky tannins that fall away quickly and fracture into an odd, disjointed finish.",Cold Creek Vineyard,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2002 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2002-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"There's extracted overripeness here, in the chocolate-coated raisiny edge that com-pletes the cherry fruit and oak flavors, but the wine has a nice Pinot Noir silkiness. Try with grilled lamb.",,25,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cuvaison
,White,US,"Made primarily from Delta and Lodi grapes, this is an innocently good Chardonnay, rustic in character, but likeable for its fruit, touch of oak and thoroughly dry character. It finishes with a rich streak of vanilla-drizzled peaches and cream.",The Chard,16,85,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2004 The Chard Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2004-chard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Crystal Valley Cellars
,Red,France,"A soft style of wine that has earthy characters. There are layers of dryness, but the plum-flavored fruit shows every sign of maturing quickly over 2–3 years.",,,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château Maucoil 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maucoil-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Château Maucoil
,Sparkling,Argentina,"Toasty and dry in a Champagne style, with flavors of lemon rind, dry apple and plenty of earthy mushroom. In fact, it's that mushroomy quality that takes over, leaving you wanting a bit more freshness. Still, it has its merits. Imported by Southern Wine Group.",Extra Brut,17,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carmelo Patti 2003 Extra Brut Sparkling (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmelo-patti-2003-extra-brut-sparkling-mendoza/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Carmelo Patti
13.7,Red,Argentina,"Ripe and smoky, with attractive nuances to the forward bouquet. This is a nice wine with spunky plum flavors balanced by adequate but not overpowering oak. Cola, wood grain and toast notes help the finish along. Medium in weight and pure; mildly tannic. Imported by Mediterranean Wine Imports.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cinco Tierras 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinco-tierras-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Cinco Tierras
,White,US,"This deliciously gulpable PG shows why the varietal is so popular in America. Beautifully dry and crisp, full flavored in lemon, lime peach and pepper notes, and clean through the finish, and you can't beat that everyday price.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,HRM Rex Goliath 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hrm-rex-goliath-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,HRM Rex Goliath
,Red,US,"Hard and tannic with scents of old leather. Very slowly the black cherry fruit emerges, along with moist earth, coconut and vanilla. Barrel flavors overpower the lightweight fruit, which is simply plowed under with oak. The hot, bitter tannins add a jarring note to the finish.",Old Vine Estate,50,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2002 Old Vine Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2002-old-vine-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kestrel
,White,US,"This new brand from Don Sebastiani & Sons has got to have the most fun closure in the industry. The wine itself is what this company does so well, just about as good as it gets at this price. Ripe, balanced and superdrinkable.",,10,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Le Bon Vin de la Napa Valley 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bon-vin-napa-valley-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Le Bon Vin de la Napa Valley
10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Full, round and earthy, with gritty citrus flavors that veer toward pink grapefruit. Not the most lively wine, with toast, mineral and admirable depth. Slightly sweetbut also sort of tart. Imported by Enotec Imports, Inc.",Frizzante,19,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Le Bellerive NV Frizzante  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bellerive-nv-frizzante-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Le Bellerive
,Red,US,"Here's a very soft, melted Cab, and while the flavors, which are of black currants, chocolate, spiced coffee and oaky vanilla, are delicious, it seems structurally off. It won't age, so drink up.",,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jocelyn 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jocelyn-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Jocelyn
,White,US,"There's a user-friendliness to this wine, with its flamboyant flavors of peaches, nectarines, pineapples, and half a dozen or so other fruits. A blend of five major varieties, it possesses the crispness and cleanness for balance.",White Wine,10,85,California,California Other,California,Wild Bunch 2004 White Wine White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-bunch-2004-white-wine-other/,White Blend,2004,Wild Bunch
,Red,US,"Made in a superripe way that will appeal to some, this Cab has notes of raisins and prunes, as well as pronounced sweet oak. It's fully dry, and turns a bit hot on the finish.",Collector's Reserve,100,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Martin Estate 2002 Collector's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-estate-2002-collectors-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Martin Estate
14,Red,Chile,"Tropical fruit mixed with fairly heavy oak is the theme here. The nose offers melon, pineapple and butter, while the palate is fat and creamy, with plenty of vanilla. Finishes with a lot of wood and just enough acid to keep things balanced. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,11,85,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2003 Reserva Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2003-reserva-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,MontGras
13,Red,Chile,"Nicely colored, with blueberry and raspberry fruit. Seems solid, and it is, but there's a gigantic wave of acidity that mills around the middle, and the more you sip it the more sour it gets. Really needs food to show its best.",Old Vines Reserva,,85,Curicó Valley,,,Millaman 2004 Old Vines Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millaman-2004-old-vines-reserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2004,Millaman
,Red,US,"Soft, easy and flavorful, this Merlot has fruity tastes of cherries, black raspberries and latte dusted with cocoa and cinnamon. Drink now.",,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,2820 Wine Co. 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2820-wine-co-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,2820 Wine Co.
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"With a slightly copperish hue and plenty of persistent effervescence, this Moscato d'Asti from Loazzolo smells of Golden Delicious apple, dried flowers and lavender honey. It has a broader and less defined mouthfeel than other wines of its kind. Imported by Robert Chadderdon Selections.",Piasa Sanmaurizio,18,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Forteto della Luja 2004 Piasa Sanmaurizio  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forteto-della-luja-2004-piasa-sanmaurizio-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Forteto della Luja
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Pedestrian yet entirely solid, with nice citrus and apple flavors. A very easy wine to understand, with seltzer and grapefruit on the finish along with a slight twinge of mushroom. Good cava that will go down easy. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Brut,7,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Fleur de Nuit NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-nuit-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Fleur de Nuit
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Cola, mint, vanilla and black fruit control the bouquet, with acid-propelled cherry and red plum flavors coming next. Freshness and clarity are attributes although some might say it's too much of a tart, straight-shooter. Alive and snappy for sure. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",G,18,85,Other,Pedernal Valley,,Graffigna 2003 G Malbec (Pedernal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2003-g-malbec-pedernal-valley/,Malbec,2003,Graffigna
14,Red,Portugal,"João Portugal Ramos remains one of Portugal's most respected winemakers, but even he had a tough time with the 2002 vintage. His Vila Santa, which scored 90 points in both the 2001 and 2003 vintages, manages just 85 this time out, with stewed rhubarb notes and hints of prune backed by black cherries. Soft and easy to drink, with a tangy finish. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Vila Santa,15,85,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2002 Vila Santa Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2002-vila-santa-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2002,J. Portugal Ramos
,Red,US,A Bordeaux blend whose oaky nose is leavened with leather and tobacco scents. The cherry and plum fruit flavors are substantial enough to bring the wine into a briefly sweet pie cherry midpalate. Chewy and astringent on the finish.,,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kestrel 2002 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Kestrel
,White,US,"Lots of toasty oak on this very dry wine, and a big burst of citrusy acids. In fact the fruit veers toward lemons, limes and grapefruits, just nudging into riper green apples and peaches.",Reserve Selection,14,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hayman & Hill 2004 Reserve Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hayman-hill-2004-reserve-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Hayman & Hill
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Much more mature and round than your typical Prosecco, yet it doesn't necessarily hit the right chords. There's a wheaty, burnt-grass quality to the fruit, smoke and toast, and then residual sugar. The goal here seems to be Champagne-like complexity and size, but the result is not fully convincing. Imported by Enotec Imports, Inc.",Di Cartizze,47,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore,,Le Bellerive NV Di Cartizze  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bellerive-nv-cartizze-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene-superiore/,Prosecco,,Le Bellerive
13.5,White,Chile,"Crisp and correct, with a nice mix of orange, tangerine and fresh green vegetables. Tangy and light-bodied, with snap and just enough mouthfeel to make it worthwhile. Imported by Viña La Rosa USA.",La Palma,9,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2005 La Palma Sauvignon Blanc (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2005-palma-sauvignon-blanc-cachapoal-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Viña La Rosa
13,Red,Chile,"Mildly toasty, with baked berry, olive and jam-like aromas. More snappy and crisp than expected, with red plum flavors and very tight, protruding tannins. Chocolate and some sugar beet come together on the finish. A touch too firm in terms of mouthfeel.",Casa La Joya Gran Reserve,13,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2002 Casa La Joya Gran Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2002-casa-joya-gran-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Viña Bisquertt
11,Sparkling,France,"Apple and hay aromas get it going, followed by spicy, slightly cinnamon-tinged apple flavors. Finishes with toast and seems solid on the tongue. Nothing outrageous or offputting; right down the center as sparklers go. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,10,85,France Other,France,,Veuve du Vernay NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-du-vernay-nv-blanc-de-blancs-brut-sparkling-france/,Sparkling Blend,,Veuve du Vernay
13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts with a spicy, baked quality as well as cola and leafy notes. Medium in body, with a slick flavor profile that's one part cherry and berry and one part herbal. Turns a bit more herbaceous with airing, bordering on vegetal. But still it's good Carmenère. Imported by Undurraga USA.",Reserva,11,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 2003 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2003-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Undurraga
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Less intense than the other samples, but once you dig your nose into theglass those fresh peach and soapy notes translate into a correct and genuine Moscato d'Asti. Crisp and peachy in the mouth. Imported by Vieux Vins, Inc.",Clartè,18,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Elio Perrone 2004 Clartè  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-perrone-2004-clarte-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2004,Elio Perrone
,Red,US,"This red wine is a little thin and short on the finish, but it keeps faith with Merlot's promise of softness and a gentle full-bodiedness. The wine is ripe in cherries, with a touch of smoky oak, and is nicely dry and balanced.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2002 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,France,"Rough, earthy aromas give this wine a decidedly old-fashioned character, which is repeated on the palate. With its dominance of Grenache, this is a powerful wine, packed with herbs and tannins, and farmyard flavors. Great with equally powerful food. Imported by J et R Selections.",,34,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Grand Tinel 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-tinel-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine du Grand Tinel
,Red,US,"From cool-climate vineyards comes this hearty country red. It gets the job done with cherry-berry and earthy-spicy flavors, in a nicely dry and balanced package. Has the personality for everything from cheeseburgers to a sizzling steak.",Selected Vineyards,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2003 Selected Vineyards Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2003-selected-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2003,Concannon
,Red,US,"Simple and clean, this Pinot has good qualities and offers pleasure without being complex. It's light-bodied, dry and silky, with cherry, cola and rhubarb pie flavors.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2002 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2002-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Davis Bynum
14,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and woody from start to finish. In between the powerful oak waves you'll find smoked meat and leather. Ripe in the mouth, with blueberry and blackberry flavors, then tannic and very woody on the finish. In fact, oak takes over as the dominant characteristic about halfway through. Imported by Classic Wines of California.",Reserve,16,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Filus 2003 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2003-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Filus
,Red,US,"Cherry fruit and a strong herbal, earthy component tells the story here. The fruit shows some concentration, but at the expense of rough tannins and a bit of heat in the finish.",Famiglia Vineyards,30,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2002 Famiglia Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2002-famiglia-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cave B
,Red,US,"It's not always easy making a pure varietal, as this is. Without the addition of Merlot and Cab Franc, as in Whitman's other 2002 reds, this has a tighter, sleeker profile, with tart flavors of plum, rhubarb and sour cherry.",,36,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Whitman Cellars 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitman-cellars-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Whitman Cellars
14.2,Red,Argentina,"Simple but tasty, with berry and cherry aromas framed by a light touch of oak. This is more of a live-wire red, with nice acidity pushing black cherry and mocha flavors. Nice mouthfeel and a good finish make it good for the money. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Elsa,9,85,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2004 Elsa Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2004-elsa-cabernet-sauvignon-san-rafael/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Valentín Bianchi
,Red,US,"This is a solid Sonoma Zin, exhibiting a classic profile of full-bodied wild berry flavors, a dry, firmly tannic mouthfeel and a spicy, peppery finish. It could have greater concentration, though.",Old Vines,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2002 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2002-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2002,St. Francis
12,Sparkling,France,"Vanilla and tropical fruit carry the nose toward a palate overloaded with citrus, particularly lemon and tangerine. Yes, it's a blanc de blancs, so you expect a lot of zest and crispness. But this Champagne goes very heavy on the acidity and sharpness, and in the end it comes up snappy but sort of sour. Imported by Cellar Door Selections.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,50,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier 1996 Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-1996-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Pannier
,Red,US,"From this consistent value producer, a nice everyday Cab, with good flavors of blackberries and herbs, and fine, dusty tannins. It turns even richer on the finish, with a lingering taste of oak.",Valley Oaks,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2003 Valley Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2003-valley-oaks-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fetzer
13.5,White,Argentina,"Floral and fresh, with some blossom and honey aromas. Rather plump and soft, but with enough acidity to keep the feel solid. Flavors of banana, papaya, citrus and stone fruit are fresh and tasty. Proves that Cafayate is the prime region for Torrontes. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",,9,85,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2004 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2004-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2004,Quara
,Red,US,"Tastes like a very good and properly varietal Cabernet Sauvignon, minus the depth of cassis, leaving ripe red and black cherries and oak. The wine is very soft, which suggests drinking now.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Selby 2001 Cabernet Franc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selby-2001-cabernet-franc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2001,Selby
,Red,US,"Although it doesn't have the complexity of the winery's single-vineyard Cab, this blend shows off its terroir with a soft attractiveness and good varietal character. The blackberry, cherry, roasted coffee, grilled bell pepper, herb and oak flavors are dry, but a little thin.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Geyser Peak
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Clean but quiet aromas lead to sweet flavors, predominantly candied peach, cantaloupe and dried apricot. Fairly lively in the mouth, almost to the point of being too bubbly. Overall it tastes good even if it's jumpy. Imported by Iberian Wine Importers.",Semi Seco,12,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Lacatus NV Semi Seco White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lacatus-nv-semi-seco-white-cava/,White Blend,,Lacatus
,Red,US,"Heavy, soft and full. What it lacks in briskness it makes up for in complex flavors of cherries, tobacco and sweet sage, and rich, intricate tannins.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2003 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2003-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2003,Robert Hall
,Sparkling,US,"This driest of Korbel's lineup also bears a vintage designation. It's crisp and elegant, with bread dough flavors and a hint of lime zest and smoke. It's a great accompaniment to wedding cake.",Natural,14,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 2003 Natural Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2003-natural-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Korbel
,Red,US,"On the leaner, more herbal side of the spectrum, with cherry flavors spiced with a piny or resinous green note. Finishes a bit hard and astringent, but not likely to improve with age, so enjoy it now with rare steak.",Jack London Vineyard,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2000 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Kenwood
,Red,US,"It may have a statewide appellation, but this wine showcases the winery's skill in crafting complex Cabs at all price levels. With blackberry, cassis, coffee and oak flavors and long, dry finish, it's a fine, very drinkable wine.",,15,85,California,California Other,California,Chateau St. Jean 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"There's lots of vanilla, toast and wood sap in the aroma, with notes of clove and mint beside riper red cherry. Drinks sweet in cherry fruit, but turns sharp on the finish.",Tietjen Vineyard,65,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Elyse 2002 Tietjen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2002-tietjen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Elyse
,Red,US,"This wine shows some stuffing, with black cherry/black olive flavors and thick, rough tannins. Notes of moist earth, barnyard and alcohol burn through the finish. Though the label says 14% alcohol, itfeels higher.",Famiglia Vineyards,30,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2002 Famiglia Vineyards Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2002-famiglia-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2002,Cave B
13.5,White,Chile,"Light melon and wax bean aromas are pretty solid, as is the melon and pear palate. It's a fairly plump, round wine with vanilla notes and a nice texture. Finishes a bit sweet, with a blast of banana.",Casa La Joya Gran Reserve,13,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2003 Casa La Joya Gran Reserve Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2003-casa-joya-gran-reserve-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Viña Bisquertt
,Red,US,"This is a well-made wine with all the hallmarks of a fine coastal Pinot, although without the richness that would merit a higher score. It has thinned-down flavors of cherries, cola and mocha, and is dry and elegantly silky.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve,22,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2003 Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2003-bien-nacido-vineyard-grand-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Villa Mt. Eden
14,Red,Argentina,"Solid up front, with earth, root beer and black-fruit aromas. The feel, however, is quite zippy, with sharp acidity pushing the plum and black cherry flavors toward the realm of tangy. It's no surprise that it finishes kind of rowdy and jumpy. Still, it tastes good and clean. Imported by Southern Wine Group.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Diablo de Uco 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diablo-uco-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Diablo de Uco
,Red,US,"Smells gamy, with a smoky, bacon scent that quickly turns fruity in cherries and spice in the mouth. This wine is medium-bodied and dry, with silky tannins and a very smooth, velvety texture.",Ramal Vineyard,38,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2003 Ramal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2003-ramal-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Buena Vista
,Dessert,US,"Smooth in texture and very sweet, with flavors of cherry and black raspberry marmalade, chocolate pie and spices. For immediate drinking.",Zinfandel,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2003 Zinfandel Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2003-zinfandel-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2003,Ballentine
,Red,US,"A pretty good value. It's rich, ripe, dry and balanced, with blackberry, cherry and mocha flavors that finish with a spicy, oaky taste.",,13,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Avalon 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avalon-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Avalon
,White,US,"Organically grown, this wine is clean and vibrant, with bright acidity and a dry, crisp mouthfeel. It doesn't show Viognier's usual flamboyant, exotic flavors, but instead shows a lean, citrus and floral elegance.",,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2004 Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2004-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,2004,Bonterra
,Red,US,"Soft and melted in tannins and acids, this dry red wine, which is the same as Grenache, has intense flavors of perfectly ripened cherries, with a rich coat of oak. There's a peppery tingly feeling that suggests a nice barbecued steak.",,18,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bokisch 2004 Garnacha (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2004-grenache-garnacha-central-valley-lodi/,Garnacha,2004,Bokisch
,White,US,"Here's an easy-drinking, dry, fruity white wine made from Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Viognier and Chardonnay. From Cline Cellars.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,White Truck 2004 White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-truck-2004-white-other/,White Blend,2004,White Truck
,Sparkling,US,"Vanilla cream and peaches in cream, with lots of pure yeasty dough, mark this bubbly. It has good, crisp acidity and a rough texture that turns a little sweet on the finish.",Sonoma Brut,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Sonoma Brut Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-sonoma-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county-50696/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,US,"It's soft and smooth, with leafy, herbal accents to the mixed berry and tomato fruit. On the light side, but easy to drink and a good value.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Five Rivers 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Five Rivers
,Red,US,"Fetzer as much as anyone in America is responsible for quaffable, inexpensive vin ordinaire, and this fine Merlot is the latest example. It's dry and balanced, with a polished richness that belies the everyday price.",Valley Oaks,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2003 Valley Oaks Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2003-valley-oaks-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Fetzer
,Red,US,"In France, this would be a vin de pays. It's a simple little country wine, dry and bracing, with good cherry-berry flavors and a rich earthiness. It'll be fine with a grilled flank steak you might even find yourself reaching for a third glass.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Heron 2003 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Heron
,Red,US,"Extremely ripe fruit stars here, with intense black currant flavors. The wine is totally dry, and pretty tannic, with a grippy, sandpapery finish. It may soften and smooth out with a year of bottle age.",,27,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hawley
13,Red,Portugal,"Surprisingly light in weight for a Douro wine, with taut mulberryish fruit that seems a bit reined in and tight at this stage of its evolution, but does show an attractive cocoa tinge to its finish. Try in six months. Imported by Quinta do Judeu.",,15,85,Douro,,,Quinta do Judeu 2003 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-judeu-2003-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Quinta do Judeu
14.5,Red,Australia,"Berry and cherry aromas lead to a palate profile that is just this side of ripe. Soft and round, with sour cherry fruit flavors, it finishes with an acidic bite. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Thomas Hyland,15,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2002 Thomas Hyland Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2002-thomas-hyland-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Penfolds
14,Red,US,"Very ripe and extracted, with bigtime blackberry, cherry, blueberry, cassis and vanilla-oaky flavors, this Cab has a slightly rustic mouthfeel. It's so fruity, it tastes almost semi-sweet, although it's technically dry.",Venezia,60,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Meola Vineyards 2002 Venezia Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meola-2002-venezia-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Meola Vineyards
,Red,US,"A little earthy and rustic, this Cab has a tobacco-and-herb edge to the blackberry and coffee flavors. It's very dry and fairly tannic, with pronounced oak. Has some elegance, but doesn't seem to be an ager, so drink now.",,50,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Miner 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Miner
13.5,Red,Australia,"Starts off with bouncy, juicy fruit on the palate, with almost Portlike aromas. With time a flattening, oaky veneer overtakes the fruit. Light- to medium-bodied; finish is brief. Imported by Marie Brizard Wines & Spirits.",,15,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Palandri 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palandri-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Palandri
,Dessert,US,"The winery probably intended this to be a kabinett-style, dryish wine, but it's sweet enough to be considered a dessert wine. It has apple, peach and wildflower flavors, with good acids.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rideau 2004 Riesling (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-riesling-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Riesling,2004,Rideau
,Red,US,"Soft, light strawberry/cherry flavors suggest a much cheaper wine. Beyond the simple fruit it turns tart and astringent, with very little midpalate.",Canoe Ridge,22,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2002 Canoe Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2002-canoe-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,France,"A rather leathery, lean character, with heavy tannins indicate this is a wine made in the old style. For those who like this style, however, this is a fine example, packed with dense dryness and austere fruit. It is likely to age well, over 10 years. Imported by Langdon Shiverick.",,33,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Solitude 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-solitude-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Domaine de la Solitude
,Red,US,"This is a good value Merlot because there's a lot going on in the bottle, at a fair price. The wine is fully dry and balanced. Flavorwise, it offers a subtle blend of cherries, herbs, sweet tobacco and smoky oak. Nothing stands out, but the end result is a gentle wine that you don't get tired of sipping.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Twin Fin 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-fin-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Twin Fin
,Red,US,"Rather heavy and thick for a Pinot, with cherry, coffee and cocoa flavors that finish dry. Fans of fuller-bodied Pinots will like this style, but it really could use more delicacy.",Windsor Gardens,60,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 2002 Windsor Gardens Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2002-windsor-gardens-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Rutz
13.5,Red,Chile,"Raw and salty at first, with some baked aromas and wet leather. More snappy than fat on the tongue, where plum and berry flavors are supported by stern tannins. A tiny bit green in the middle as well as on the finish. Imported by Winebow.",Reserva,11,85,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2003 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2003-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,TerraNoble
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple, petrol and mineral define the nose. The lime and apple on the tongue are standard and crisp. Medium weight on the palate, with some sweetness. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Aria Brut,12,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
,Sparkling,US,"If you like your bubbly a little sweet but balanced and elegant, with a high-class touch, this is a good choice. Believe it or not, it's based on the grape Flora, supported by Gewürztraminer. It's fruity, with a honeyed finish and wonderful acidity.",Cremant Demi-Sec,36,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2002 Cremant Demi-Sec Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2002-cremant-demi-sec-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Schramsberg
,White,US,"With an oaky edge to the peach, apricot and orange cream flavors, this Chard is tasty, although a little soft. It sure is ripe, all the way through the spicy finish.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Kunde
,White,US,"Ripe enough in fruit, with massive, explosive peach custard, Key lime pie and vanilla flavors and a solid overlay of smoky oak. The finish is quick and somewhat simple.",,20,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2004 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2004-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2004,Schug
,Red,US,"Here's a rich, dense Merlot that's very dry, yet packed with fruity flavors suggesting red and black cherries, red plums, cocoa and green olives. It's smooth, but could use firmer acids.",Estate,38,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 2002 Estate Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-2002-estate-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,2002,Sawyer
11,White,Portugal,"Not a typical Vinho Verde with a slender body and floral scents, but instead one that features petrol and ripe apple scents and a distinctive mineral note on the palate. Medium-bodied, with a long, citrusy finish. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",,10,85,Vinho Verde,,,Varanda do Conde 2004 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varanda-conde-2004-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2004,Varanda do Conde
,White,US,"This is a good price for this New Zealand-style wine. It's dry and crisp in gooseberry, lime and fig flavors, and bursts with cinnamon and white pepper spice on the finish.",Dancing Bull,10,85,California,California Other,California,Rancho Zabaco 2004 Dancing Bull Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2004-dancing-bull-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Rancho Zabaco
,White,US,"With no oak, this is a clean, fruity wine, and dry, with peach and apricot flavors and balancing acids. It feels nice and richly spicy in the mouth.",Avid White,10,85,California,California Other,California,Rainbow Ridge 2003 Avid White Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainbow-ridge-2003-avid-white-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2003,Rainbow Ridge
,White,US,"These Lake County Sauvignon Blancs can be really good values, and this one definitely is. With its juicy flavors of citrus, fig, white peach and vanilla, and bright, crisp acids, it's a fine cocktail wine, and versatile with food.",,9,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Stephen Vincent 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2003-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Stephen Vincent
,Red,US,"Light and fruity in cherry flavors, with a sprinkling of Provençal herbs, this dry wine has thick, dusty tannins that call for a rich steak or lamb. Drink now.",,18,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Steele 2003 Cabernet Franc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2003-cabernet-franc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Steele
,Red,US,"This new wine from Don Sebastiani & Sons is a value worth seeking out. It shows real Napa finesse, in the smooth, rich tannins and classic Cabernet black currant and cherry flavors, with a sweet coating of oak.",,10,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Le Bon Vin de la Napa Valley 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bon-vin-napa-valley-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Le Bon Vin de la Napa Valley
,Sparkling,US,"Tastes like a country-style Chardonnay with bubbles. The flavors of peaches and green apples have a doughy edge, and the wine is elegant and dry.",Chardonnay Champagne,11,85,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Chardonnay Champagne Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-chardonnay-champagne-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel
,Red,US,"While this is a good wine, it really costs too much for what you get. This wine is dry, with cherry and oak flavors, but is way too tannic to enjoy now.",Estate,75,85,California,Napa,Oakville,M. Cosentino 2002 Estate Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2002-estate-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2002,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"Here's a wine that strikes you as pretty good as far as it goes, but the palate yearns for greater complexity. It's dry and polished, with rich tannins and a fine balance, but those cherry and blackberry flavors finish a tad thin, especially considering the price.",Camp Masut,32,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Ceago Vinegarden 2001 Camp Masut Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceago-vinegarden-2001-camp-masut-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Ceago Vinegarden
,Red,US,"One sniff and you know the grapes were baked. Smells like that gummy filling that burbles over the edge of a cherry pie in the oven. In the mouth, it's a little more forgiving, but still finishes with the taste of raisins.",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Leveroni 2004 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leveroni-2004-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Leveroni
,Red,US,"Ultra-dry, tannic, full-bodied, strong and red, this country-style wine is something you'd drink with barbecued ribs. The flavors of blackberries and coffee are enriched by some oak.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,McManis 2004 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2004-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2004,McManis
,Sparkling,US,"This is a sharp, awkward wine, in which the lees stick out. It's fruity and doughy, but lacks elegance.",Brut de Noirs,35,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Robert Hunter 1997 Brut de Noirs Sparkling (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hunter-1997-brut-noirs-sparkling-sonoma-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1997,Robert Hunter
13,Red,Argentina,"Soft red fruit on the nose is followed by a creamy, almost lactic strawberry flavor. Seems kind of empty and rough, with candied heat and milk chocolate on the finish. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",,6,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Castle View 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-view-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Castle View
,Red,US,"Clumsy, with a harsh mouthfeel and a sugary edge to the cherry flavors.",Lakeview Vineyards Reserve,24,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ronan 2003 Lakeview Vineyards Reserve Cabernet Franc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronan-2003-lakeview-reserve-cabernet-franc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Ronan
14,Red,Chile,"Weedy, with cinnamon and sweet aromas. Very soft and simple, with a touch of pepper to the marginal berry and plum flavors. Imported by WTWM Imports.",,6,80,Aconcagua Valley,,,Conde de Velázquez 2003 Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-velazquez-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2003,Conde de Velázquez
,Sparkling,France,"From five grand cru vineyards in the Côte des Blancs, this 100% Chardonnay is a great wine, with some toast and almond flavors showing good bottle age, along with freshness, finesse, ripe white fruits and a structured, lingering aftertaste. Imported by Robert Chadderdon Selections.",Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut,65,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon NV Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-nv-blanc-blancs-grand-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Billecart-Salmon
,Red,US,"This Central Coast Pinot smells so wonderful, you just know it's going to be great. It's not the blockbuster of the winery's block selections, but is nonetheless elegant, silky and complex. Totally dry, it's rich in cherries, sweet leather, cola and toasty oak. Laetitia is on a real Pinot roll.",Reserve,40,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Laetitia
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Full-bodied and rich, with mouthfilling toast and citrus flavors that go on and on. Adds complex chalk and mineral notes on the finish. Drink now or hold. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Brut,71,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1997 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1997-brut-champagne-49147/,Champagne Blend,1997,Louis Roederer
,Red,US,"Craig's Howell Mountain Cab is far more tannic than its Mount Veeder version. It's shut down, but has an enormous heart of blackberry fruit that should emerge in time; classically structured. Start drinking it in 2008.",,55,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Robert Craig 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Robert Craig
,Sparkling,France,"Enticing aromas of white fruits set the scene for a wine that is very fresh, very crisp, the epitome of dry, clean, delicious Chardonnay. It has great acidity and a crisp, clear dry aftertaste. Imported by Henriot USA.",Blanc de Blanc Brut,50,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriot NV Blanc de Blanc Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriot-nv-blanc-blanc-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Henriot
,Red,US,"Despite the statewide appellation, this delightful Cab blend shows complexity and finesse. It's big and deep in cassis and blackberry fruit, with a rich overlay of oak, but never loses balance, with a nice tension of acidity and tannins. Best now through 2006.",Meritage,25,91,California,California Other,California,Peters Family 2002 Meritage Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2002-meritage-red-other/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Peters Family
,Red,US,"Drinkable now despite lush, firm tannins, this Cab lets its fruit star. The black currant, black cherry pie, mocha and vanilla spice flavors are delicious and compelling, and the finish is dry, elegant and upscale.",,55,91,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Robert Craig 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Robert Craig
,White,US,"This single-vineyard wine has been produced for a long time. Its longevity is explained by the balance and harmony it usually shows. Soft and dry, the wine has pear, peach and buttercream flavors that finish with elegance and finesse.",Robert Young Vineyard,25,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2002 Robert Young Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-robert-young-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"Where Beaulieu's Private Reserve is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a blend of Bordeaux grapes. It's softer and smoother than the PR, with a cherry and chocolate undertow to the currant flavor. It's a very dry, fairly tannic wine that doesn't seem to have a long life ahead, so drink up now.",Tapestry Reserve,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2002 Tapestry Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2002-tapestry-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"The softness and herbaceousness, and the light structure, define this as Alexander Valley, albeit a very fine specimen. With a little Cab Franc, the wine defines a feminine elegance, with cherry, herband oak flavors. Beautiful and complex now, this wine should gain complexity over the next five years.",Reserve,60,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Simi 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Simi
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Worth decanting if you open a bottle now, as this wine really blossoms with time in the glass, opening to reveal floral, rose-petal notes. Mouthfeel is big, but buffered by soft tannins and cherry, cola and herb flavors. Finishes long, with tangy acidity and dusty tannins. Hold 3–4 years. Imported by Epic Wines.",,39,90,Martinborough,,,Ata Rangi 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ata-rangi-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Ata Rangi
,Sparkling,France,"Onion-skin color leads to a wine that is packed with deep fruit flavors. Considerably dry but a great food wine, with good acidity and ability to age well in bottle. The sample tasted was too young, and needed at least a year's aging. Imported by Domaine Select Wine Estates.",Cuvée Paradis Brut Rosé,110,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Alfred Gratien NV Cuvée Paradis Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfred-gratien-nv-cuvee-paradis-brut-rose-champagne-49781/,Champagne Blend,,Alfred Gratien
12,Sparkling,France,"A lighter style, with a creamy texture and a crisp, youthful feel. Lemon and toast dominate, but there's a deep apple and mineral core lurking below. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Brut,65,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-1995-brut-champagne-49485/,Champagne Blend,1995,Charles Heidsieck
,White,US,"This ultraexpensive Chardonnay comes down along mineral, steel and wet stone flavors. It's well-oaked,  although you'll find tropical fruit, subtly, on the finish. It's extremely elegant, with a long draw of acidity and a classic structure.",Estate Vineyard Selection,67,90,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2002 Estate Vineyard Selection Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2002-estate-vineyard-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2002,Chalk Hill
,Red,US,"Rochioli's winemaker has crafted a fine, silky Pinot. The flavors veer toward red cherries and cola, with an edge of sweet oak, while acidity is tart. The wine finishes sharp, but should soften and improve with five to seven years in the cellar.",Rochioli Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Castalia 2003 Rochioli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castalia-2003-rochioli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Castalia
,White,US,"This gentle, balanced and very fine wine displays consummate artistry in winemaking. It has enough fruit, oak and creaminess to satisfy that Chard craving, without any one element sticking out, and manages to be big while retaining finesse and elegance.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2003 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,New Zealand,"Leans toward a feminine style, with complex, mysterious aromas of herbs, smoke and flowers that lead into a superbly textured midpalate—like crushed silk. Lovely floral and cherry notes linger on the finish. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",,26,90,Marlborough,,,Huia 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huia-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Huia
11,White,New Zealand,"Smells fresh enough to make your mouth water, filled with scents of lime zest and green apples. On the palate, it's nicely balanced, not as rich or sweet as a tank sample of the '05, but crisp and elegant, with superb concentration.",,24,90,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 2004 Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2004-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2004,Pegasus Bay
,Red,New Zealand,"Schuster's top wine comes from a single estate vineyard planted 20 years ago—ancient by New Zealand standards. Aromas are floral, layered over earthier notes of mushroom and sous bois, then flavors add black cherries to the mix. Still firm enough to warrant cellaring. Drink 2006–2012. Imported by Brennans.",Omihi Hills Vineyard Selection,30,90,Waipara,,,Daniel Schuster 2002 Omihi Hills Vineyard Selection Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-schuster-2002-omihi-hills-vineyard-selection-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2002,Daniel Schuster
,Red,US,"Beaulieu is most known for its Private Reserve Cab, but in a way, the Rutherford Cab shows what the winery can do on an everyday basis. It's always balanced and controlled, elegant and dry. This vintage shows all those qualities, with ripe black currant fruit. Drink now through 2008.",,25,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"An interesting, enjoyable wine that straddles the line between age-me and drink-me-now. It's ripe and forward in sunny blackberry and cherry fruit, dry and balanced, with a tasteful edge of oak. But it's so balanced, it should hang in there for a decade.",,29,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,V. Sattui
14,Red,Italy,"Mostly Aglianico, but its blended with approximately 15% Piedirosso from Vesuvio. This is Mastroberardino's luxury cuvée, so it's aged in barrique, but the influence isn't overdone. Rhubarb and mulling spices on the nose gradually deepen with air into cherry and plum, with hints of mint and olive adding complexity. Long and elegant on the finish.",Naturalis Historia,65,90,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Mastroberardino 2000 Naturalis Historia Red (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2000-naturalis-historia-red-irpinia/,Red Blend,2000,Mastroberardino
,Red,US,"The Edwards style is big, ripe and rich, and this wine displays it in bold face. Although dry, it's massive in blackberries and cherries, melted milk chocolate, coffee and vanilla flavors. It has the richness of Syrah, without the tannins. This is a silky, complicated and enjoyable wine.",Olivet Lane Methode a L'Ancienne,54,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2003 Olivet Lane Methode a L'Ancienne Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2003-olivet-lane-methode-a-lancienne-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Merry Edwards
,White,US,"Richer than the '02, this single-vineyard Chard is crisp and bright in acidic structure, with oak and lees to add complexity. The underlying flavors suggest citrus fruits, peaches, pears, apricots and mangoes.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Peters Family 2003 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2003-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Peters Family
,Sparkling,France,"With its bottle shape dating from the late 16th century, this is a traditionally made rosé, using color from macerating Pinot Noir grapes. It is full, ripe, flavored with strawberries and other sweet red fruits, with a layer of dryness. The wine finishes fresh and crisp. Imported by Laurent-Perrier.",Cuvée Brut Rosé,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-cuvee-brut-rose-champagne-49777/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,White,US,"Kenwood's regular Sauvignon Blanc was a hard act to top. This one costs two bucks more, and while it's richer in creamy oak and lees, it's really not better, just different. It's a yummy, complex wine, and this is a great price for this quality.",Reserve,15,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2004 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Kenwood
,White,Australia,"So delicate that it, at times, seems fleeting. There are pineapple and spice aromas, and white peach joins in on the palate. What's most remarkable is the feel—one minute it feels full, and the next, like dust blowing in the wind. Changing in the glass, and by the sip. Good for the soul. Imported by Old Bridge Cellars.",,90,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Mount Mary 2001 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-mary-2001-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Mount Mary
,Red,US,"There's something about this lush Cab that keeps you reaching for more. It's soft and velvety, with just enough tannins to keep things perky, but best of all are the flavors. Blackberries and cherries, dusted with cocoa, sprinkled with a dash of cinnamon, and drizzled with crème de cassis. Yummy.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-46966/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Andretti
14,Red,Australia,"Crisp, racy and minty; I liked this wine more than I generally like HP's very earthy Scotsdale bottlings. This Shiraz is probably just as earthy as the rest, but is balanced out by eucalyptus, black pepper, curry, black cherry and plum flavors. Medium-sized, with a smooth feel. Imported by Orientale Imports LLC.",Scotsdale,21,90,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Howard Park 2002 Scotsdale Shiraz (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2002-scotsdale-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-great-southern/,Shiraz,2002,Howard Park
14,Red,New Zealand,"Herbal on the nose, with hints of mint and spice, yet it also boasts full-bodied black cherry and plum flavors. Supple, velvety tannins provide a great mouthfeel, with little oak in evidence. Drink now–2010. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",,44,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2004-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Felton Road
,Sparkling,France,"The dry style of Philipponnat, with its Pinot Noir dominance, demands bottle aging, which the bottle tasted had. It has good structure, and intense grapefruit and orange peel flavors. A finely made wine, which is also a good value. Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",Royale Réserve Brut,40,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat NV Royale Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-nv-royale-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philipponnat
14,White,New Zealand,"Quite toasty and mealy, with delicate hints of peach on the nose. Rich and weighty on the palate, delivering loads of baked apple, spice and brown sugar. Yet for all this weight and power, it doesn't seem ponderous at all, finishing long and gracefully.",,37,91,Marlborough,,,Foxes Island 2004 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxes-island-2004-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2004,Foxes Island
,Red,US,"Merlot has not been the winery's strong suit over the years, but with this vintage, something has changed. The wine is lush and complex. There are enormously deep cherry, mocha and oak flavors, with the rich tannic structure Ferrari-Carano's reds always have the classic finish.",,25,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2002 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2002-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Ferrari-Carano
,White,US,"This interesting Chard strikes Chablisian notes in the mineral flavors that veer into apples, peaches and pineapples, and the high natural acidity. The wine trades opulence for a steely, structural elegance, and a complexity in the finish that fascinates.",Starr Ridge Vineyard,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Starr Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-starr-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Gary Farrell
,Sparkling,France,"The richer vintage wines from Boizel are often best with food. This 1998, a blend of 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay, has the right combination of creaminess and richness along with flavors of raspberries and fresh acidity. Imported by Winebow.",Brut,35,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Boizel 1998 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boizel-1998-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Boizel
,White,US,"This is a very fine Sauvignon Blanc that has great elegance and finesse as well as power. To begin with, it's delicately structured, with a steely minerality and fine acidity, and is fully dry. The flavors are a mélange of lime, alfalfa, honeydew melon, fig and white pepper.",Paradiso de Maria,27,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Benziger 2004 Paradiso de Maria Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2004-paradiso-maria-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Benziger
14,Red,New Zealand,"Shows that great wines can be made from the 10/5 clone, with lots of dried spice and leather aromas that are balanced on the palate by a rich, sturdy core of ripe cherries. Great persistence on the finish adds another dimension. Imported by Epic Wines.",,55,91,Moutere,,,Neudorf 2003 Pinot Noir (Moutere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2003-pinot-noir-moutere/,Pinot Noir,2003,Neudorf
12,Sparkling,France,"Toasty and rich-smelling, like brioche, but it isn't one-dimensional, as it picks up fruitier notes of apple and citrus. Ends on a chalky note. Imported by Vranken America.",Diamant Bleu,120,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 1995 Diamant Bleu  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-1995-diamant-bleu-champagne-49978/,Champagne Blend,1995,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,Red,US,"Napa veteran Cathy Corison has crafted a blended wine of beauty and power. Compared to her Kronos bottling, this Cab is for immediate consumption, although it should hold well for some years. It's lush and gentle in tannins, with upfront flavors of blackberries, cocoa and green olives, and possesses great balance and charm.",,58,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corison 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Corison
14,Red,New Zealand,"Yes, it's expensive, and no, it's not showing its full potential right now; prospective purchasers should be prepared to wait 2–3 years before opening. That said, it's an excellent wine, combining dried spices, a wiry, herbal note, and vibrant red cherries. An undercurrent of earth and chocolate provides the bass. Firmly structured, it's built to age. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Block 5,62,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2003 Block 5 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2003-block-5-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Felton Road
,Sparkling,France,"A full-bodied style of wine, produced by the négociant arm of De Sousa. It's packed with rich Pinot Noir flavors that at this stage dominate the more delicate Chardonnay. There is a touch of toast as well, accenting ripe flavors of Seville oranges and limes. Imported by Lafayette Wines.",Merveille Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Zoémie De Sousa NV Merveille Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zoemie-sousa-nv-merveille-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Zoémie De Sousa
,Red,US,"Tasted alongside Cabs costing far more, this wine held its own, as it usually does. It's rich in currant, cedar and vanilla flavors, yet dry and superbly balanced. Keeps its harmony through a long, satisfying finish. Drink now.",Oakville Estate,27,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2002 Oakville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2002-oakville-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-47633/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Franciscan
,Sparkling,France,"Produced from biodynamically cultivated vineyards. This wine gushes fruit, with great pure crisp flavors and deliciously clean acidity as part of the finish. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut,53,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-nv-blanc-de-blancs-premier-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne-49715/,Chardonnay,,Larmandier-Bernier
,White,US,"The cool climate has accentuated the minerality and tangy acidity of this wine, which is its basic structure. Ripeness contributes tantalizing tastes of lime and mango. To this, the winemaker has seasoned brilliantly with oak, which is smoky, caramelly, vanilla-infused and creamy. What a wonderful wine. It makes you wonder how they sell it at this price.",Pacheco Vineyard,18,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kinter Collins 2003 Pacheco Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kinter-collins-2003-pacheco-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2003,Kinter Collins
,Sparkling,France,"No doubt Le Roi Soleil (Louis XIV, the Sun King) would have downed plenty of Champagne given half a chance, so I'm surprised this is the first wine I have come across named after one of history's great hedonists. This is actually quite a delicate wine, crisp and fresh, with a deliciously clean streak of acidity.",Roy Soleil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs,41,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Gonet NV Roy Soleil Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-gonet-nv-roy-soleil-grand-cru-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Philippe Gonet
,Red,US,"Here's a dark, big, rich, dry, oaky Pinot Noir. It's huge in black cherry, cocoa, cola, vanilla and spice flavors that dramatically swamp the palate. It's a complex, elegant, silky wine now, delicious on its own, and likely to intensify for four or five years. From Caymus.",Taylor Lane Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Belle Glos 2003 Taylor Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2003-taylor-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Belle Glos
,Red,US,"This is a Cab that wouldn't stand out in a competitive blind tasting, because it's not a bruiser. Instead, it can claim balance, finesse, elegance and harmony. Everything's understated. But aficionados will savor the beautiful fruit and classic structure.",,50,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Groth 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Groth
,Red,US,"What's so nice about this wine is its balance. All the parts come together, but it is also a big bruiser of a Syrah. Opens with a blast of white pepper, blackberries, coffee and sweet charred oak, then turns richly fruity in the mouth. But that fruit is accompanied by wonderfully thick tannins and bright acidity.",Private Reserve,25,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2002 Private Reserve Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2002-private-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2002,Rancho Arroyo Grande
,Red,US,"No longer made from just three varieties, this Trilogy has all five Bordeaux grapes. It's complex but young in cassis and oak, with a dry, dusty spread of tannins. Those tannins will play well now with well-marbled smoky, grilled beef, but the wine should hold through 2010.",Trilogy,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2002 Trilogy Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2002-trilogy-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Flora Springs
,Sparkling,France,"A rare rosé made by obtaining the color from the skins of the Pinot during maceration, rather than by adding red wine. It gives a rich style of rosé with full red fruit flavors and a touch of tannin. This is definitely a food-friendly rosé. Imported by Duval-Leroy Imports.",Rosé de Saignée Brut,42,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Rosé de Saignée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-rose-saignee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Duval-Leroy
,Red,New Zealand,"Adds a meaty, bacony edge to broad, mouthfilling flavors of black cherries and herbs. There's plenty of concentration in this wine, more than in many '04s, and some silky tannins on the finish that ideally deserve another 2–3 years of cellaring. Another winner from Felton Road. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Block 3,60,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2004 Block 3 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2004-block-3-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Felton Road
,Sparkling,France,"Formerly known as Crémant de Cramant (a name now banned because it refers to sparkling wines from Burgundy, Alsace, the Loire and Limoux), Mumm continues to make this blanc de blancs, which is famed for its lightness. It is great to see they are also giving the wine some bottle age, which brings out delicious, toasty, nutty characters. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Mumm de Cramant Grand Cru Brut,61,91,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Mumm de Cramant Grand Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-cramant-grand-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,G. H. Mumm
,Sparkling,France,"Zoémie De Sousa is a négociant brand created by Erick de Sousa in 2004 to satisfy world demand for his wines. A 100% Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs, this deliciously creamy Champagne has lightness, freshness and great flavors of crisp apples and grapefruit. A bonus with De Sousa Champagnes is the disgorgement date indication—the older, the better. Imported by Lafayette Wines.",Précieuse Grand Cru Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Zoémie De Sousa NV Précieuse Grand Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zoemie-sousa-nv-precieuse-grand-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Zoémie De Sousa
,Sparkling,France,"Toasty aromas leap from the glass in this deliciously mature wine. It is soft but still very dry, with acidity tamed by both fine, mature fruit and a creamy texture that sits well in the mouth. This is a very fine, tasty wine. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Brut,35,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-brut-champagne-49727/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
,Sparkling,France,"A fine, very pure style of Champagne. Has hints of toast and citrus fruits that come together in a style that is almost the essence of Champagne. Crisp, rich and complex. Imported by Kobrand.",La Française Brut,35,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV La Française Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-la-francaise-brut-champagne-49717/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
,Sparkling,France,"A classic nonvintage Champagne, Brut Premier is also a yardstick by which others are measured. In the case of this bottle, that yardstick is working well: the palate is rich and creamy, there is maturity along with great fruit and elegance. Best as an apéritif wine, this could also go with light foods. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Premier Brut,52,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer NV Premier Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-nv-premier-brut-champagne-49767/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Roederer
,Red,US,"This is the most expensive of N&N's current Cab lineup and also a remarkably good wine. It combines flamboyantly ripe fruit with a fine, rich structure and balance, although it's a little soft. The complex flavors of blackberries, blueberries and cherries are well-oaked, and the finish is long and spicy.",Stelling Vineyard,130,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2002 Stelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2002-stelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Nickel & Nickel
,Red,US,"Classic Petite Sirah, full-bodied, rich, totally dry, very tannic and fruity. So good now with something big, like short ribs, that it will be difficult to cellar, but this is a wine that will soften and sweeten over many years. And what a  finish, long in ripe, wild blackberries, cherries and coffee.",,24,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2003 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2003-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2003,Girard
,Sparkling,France,"Since he created his company in 1981, Bruno Paillard has become an important force in Champagne, owning a number of other brands. But his top wines are made under his own name; they go for finesse and elegance. This bottling also has a touch of mature, toasty acid flavors. The bottles carry the year of disgorgement—an excellent idea. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Première Cuvée Brut,44,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard NV Première Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-nv-premiere-cuvee-brut-champagne-49722/,Champagne Blend,,Bruno Paillard
,Red,US,"It's young, dry, tight and tannic, although there's obviously a core of ripe black currant and cherry fruit. To evaluate this wine properly, you have to know its history as one of Napa's most ageable Cabernets. Still, it's not a great Georges. Hold until 2008 through 2010, but it could surprise.",Georges de Latour Private Reserve,95,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2002 Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2002-georges-latour-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Beaulieu Vineyard
15.4,Red,US,"Tasted alongside Ladera's '01 Lone Canyon Cab, this is better structured. The acid and tannin ballet is an exciting one, joined by rich smoky oak and a ripe Cabernet expression of black currants and cassis that's delicious. This is a major-league wine that should develop through 2010.",,65,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Ladera 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ladera-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ladera
12,Sparkling,France,"Very clean, young and fresh, with tremendous aging potential. Pineapple and Golden Delicious give it primary, young-fruit flavors that need years to develop. This rating may look stingy in time. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",R.D. Extra Brut,200,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 1995 R.D. Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-1995-rd-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Bollinger
,Sparkling,France,"An extra dry Champagne created to commemorate the founding of Philipponnat in 1522 (the firm is still run by the same family). This is a particularly mature style of Champagne, rich and biscuity. With fresh acidity, and a dry finish, this is definitely a food Champagne. Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",Cuvée 1522,65,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat NV Cuvée 1522  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-nv-cuvee-1522-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1522,Philipponnat
,Sparkling,France,"There is great intensity to this finely crafted Champagne. It's rich and toasty, with flavors of ripe gooseberries and, in this example, some good bottle age. Henriot, which also owns Bouchard Père et Fils in Burgundy, is obviously on a good streak at the moment. Imported by Henriot USA.",Souverain Brut,40,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Henriot NV Souverain Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henriot-nv-souverain-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Henriot
,Red,US,"If Tchelistcheff were still here, he might describe this Cab as an iron fist in a velvet glove. It's inviting in rich cassis, blueberry and chocolate flavors, with a soft mouthfeel. But the softness is deceptive; this is a big, deeply structured wine. Drink now through 2012.",Elevage,76,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2002 Elevage Red (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2002-elevage-red-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Chimney Rock
,Red,US,"From the winery that claims to have introduced Petite Sirah as a varietal wine comes this dynamic bottling. It's full-bodied, dry and tannic, with a deep undertow of blackberry, cherry, plum and coffee flavors, and has a complex structure. Will be beautiful with a grilled steak, but this is a wine you can stash away for at least a decade.",Heritage,40,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2001 Heritage Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2001-heritage-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2001,Concannon
,Red,US,"From the minute you sniff this wine, you like it, an impression that grows stronger from the first sip through the finish. It's dry, peppery-fruity and firm in acids and tannins, with a distinguished mouthfeel. Not an ager, but a brilliant, evocative expression of cool-climate Syrah.",Janian Vineyard,25,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Esterlina 2003 Janian Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-2003-janian-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-mountain/,Syrah,2003,Esterlina
,Sparkling,France,"With no dosage, this is a very dry wine that has benefited from some good bottle aging. It is also darker in color than some rosés, which gives the wine considerable body and richness. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Sauvage Brut Rosé,45,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Sauvage Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-sauvage-brut-rose-champagne-49780/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
,Sparkling,France,"Great toasty aromas sweep out of the glass with this delicious wine. It has ripe fruit rather than high dosage, giving the richness of Chardonnay with tastes of white peaches and apricots. A fine wine.  Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Vertus Premier Cru Tradition Brut,52,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier NV Vertus Premier Cru Tradition Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-nv-vertus-premier-cru-tradition-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Larmandier-Bernier
,Sparkling,France,"A bone-dry but delicious wine, with red fruits and a beautiful onion-skin color that just hints at rosé. Lovely acidity completes the serious and highly enjoyable wine. Imported by Robert Chadderdon Selections.",Brut Rosé,68,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Billecart-Salmon
,Red,US,"This cool-climate Syrah has Hermitage in its sights, and is well worth the price. Bone dry, full-bodied and distinguished, the wine opens with white pepper and cassis aromas, and turns deliciously complex in the mouth, offering waves of black currants, grilled meat and oak that finish tannic. Drink now through 2010.",Goat Rock,28,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Taz 2003 Goat Rock Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2003-goat-rock-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2003,Taz
,White,US,"From a winery that's excelled at Chardonnay for many years comes this impressive wine. It's explosive in tangerines, mangoes, pineapples, cinnamon, vanilla, buttercream and toast, with a long finish of roasted hazelnuts and smoky honey. Absolutely delicious.",,22,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2003-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Cuvaison
,White,US,"Shows a return to form after the '03, with brilliantly ripe guava, nectarine and herb-infused citrus flavors and clean, crisp acids. Totally dry, the wine has a good chunk of new French oak, which assists with a creamy texture, but doesn't take over. This is great California SB.",Cuvee Nicolas,26,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2004 Cuvee Nicolas Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2004-cuvee-nicolas-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Brander
,White,US,"In an era where size is everything, a wine like this makes you appreciate true balance. It has all the rich fruit, spice, cream and oak you could want in a Chard, but maintains elegance. So easy to drink, and yet so refined.","Reserve Speciale, Cuvee Michel Berthoud",35,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,"Arrowood 2002 Reserve Speciale, Cuvee Michel Berthoud Chardonnay (Russian River Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2002-reserve-speciale-cuvee-michel-berthoud-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Arrowood
,Red,US,"When they talk about claret-like Zins, they have this one in mind. It has the effortlessly controlled balance, the smooth tannins of a fine Napa Cab, but never loses Zin's peppery, wild, fresh-from-the-forest personality, or zesty acidity. This is Zin at a very high level of expression.",Grand Reserve Mead Ranch Vineyard,22,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2002 Grand Reserve Mead Ranch Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2002-grand-reserve-mead-ranch-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Villa Mt. Eden
12,Sparkling,France,"Like the regular Grande Dame, the aim here is finesse. It's softer and more elegant than Clicquot's vintage rosé, with delicate hints of cherry, toast, mushroom and citrus. Long, tight and tannic on the finish, this wine is worth cellaring.",La Grande Dame Brut Rosé,200,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1995 La Grande Dame Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1995-la-grande-dame-brut-rose-champagne-49351/,Champagne Blend,1995,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Sparkling,France,"Also tasted out of magnum, although the price listed is for a single bottle. This rivals the '85, delivering great complexity and a rich, round mouthfeel.",Brut Rosé,235,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1990 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1990-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Red,US,"As fine as this Cab is, it's best to leave it alone for some years to develop bottle complexity. It's a big, rich, dry wine, with a huge core of black currant and cassis fruit, but the sticky tannins kick in right away and don't quit. Should be very good after 2008.",Estate,48,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Signorello
,Red,US,"Here's a medium-bodied, silky wine that shows the classic elegance of cool-climate winegrowing. Fully dry, with complex flavors of cherries, cola, rhubarb, coffee and spice, it has a touch of smoky oak. It's an irresistibly yummy Pinot Noir.",Force Canyon Vineyard,31,92,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,McIntyre Vineyards 2002 Force Canyon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2002-force-canyon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2002,McIntyre Vineyards
,White,US,"Santa Barbara seems to produce these exquisitely layered Chardonnays so effortlessly. The cool coastal climate has preserved vital acids, while a long growing season allowed the most extraordinary tropical fruit flavors to develop. Finally, there are the rich, creamy influences from oak and lees. This four-year-old wine shows no sign at all of age.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Signature,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2001 Bien Nacido Vineyard Signature Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2001-bien-nacido-vineyard-signature-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Villa Mt. Eden
,Sparkling,France,"Still tastes young and fresh, despite having the color of polished brass and showing some mature aromas of mushrooms, meat and honey. Quintessentially elegant, with a long, delicately etched finish.",La Grande Dame Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1988 La Grande Dame Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1988-grande-dame-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1988,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,White,US,"This is a young, tight wine. It stuns with strong acidity and a bitter lime zest, almost gooseberry tartness. But it's nobly structured, and badly in need of a year or two in the cellar, or extended decanting. Oxygen and warming up bring out exciting notes of tropical fruits, buttercream and oak.",Rincon Vineyard,36,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2003 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2003-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Talley
,Sparkling,France,"The tiny mousse tells a lot about the quality of this impressive Champagne. It is quite full in style, with flavors of white currants and a rich, but still bone-dry aftertaste. It is a perfect food Champagne, with structure and a good tension between richness and elegance. Imported by Robert Chadderdon Selections.",Réserve Brut,45,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon NV Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Billecart-Salmon
,Sparkling,France,93 Veuve Clicquot 1985 Brut (Champagne); $tk/1.5 L.,Brut,280,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1985 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1985-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1985,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Sparkling,France,"A blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, this is a true food Champagne. “Our objective was to show how powerful Pinot Noir can get in our wines,” says Charles Philipponnat, and he is right. It is rich but dry, concentrated, slightly spicy, with weight and intensity without losing freshness from the acidity. Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",Réserve Brut,63,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat 1997 Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-1997-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Philipponnat
,Red,US,"I was struck by how pale this Pinot pours. It's a classic chilly-climate wine, light-bodied and elegant but complex, with cherry, raspberry, cola, rhubarb and cranberry sauce flavors that have been sweetened and vanilla-ized with oak. It's also superbly spicy, dusting the palate with cinnamon and dusty cocoa through a long, complete finish. Absolutely delicious.",Thomas Road,40,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2003 Thomas Road Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2003-thomas-road-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Dutton Estate
,Sparkling,France,"Though it has mature, slightly toasty aromas, this wine also has great flavors of grapefruit, some lemon peel and a vibrant white fruit character. It is dry, with the clean, fresh acidity going right through to the finish. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Brut Classic,49,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz NV Brut Classic  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-nv-brut-classic-champagne-49716/,Champagne Blend,,Deutz
,Sparkling,France,"Owned by Laurent-Perrier, this small house makes a great, toasty Chardonnay-dominated nonvintage blend. Rich, full bodied and elegant; an impressive wine. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Brut,44,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-nv-brut-champagne-49751/,Champagne Blend,,Delamotte
,Red,US,"Master vintner Dick Arrowood has crafted a sensational wine from a sensational vintage. A blend from throughout the county, it shows his discernment in the overall balance, harmony and charm. Black currants, chocolate, green olives, sweet sage and vanilla-scented oak flavors come together in a lush, smooth, intricately structured wine that will probably hold for 10 years, but is best in its flamboyant, exuberant youth.",,45,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Arrowood
,Sparkling,France,"Using only grapes from Mumm's own grand cru vineyards, winemaker Dominique Demarville has produced this impressive new cuvée. With a high proportion of reserve wines (from previous vintages), this is a well-integrated, elegant wine, with citrus charac ers and just a light touch of honey. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Grand Cru Brut,60,93,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Grand Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-grand-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
,Red,US,"Tony Soter is at the top of his game, consistently turning out wines that outperform the competition. His '03 Pinot isn't quite as monumental as the '02 Heirloom, but is a fabulous wine, fresh and complex, utterly drinkable now but with a probable life ahead. It's dry and tart in beef bouillon, cherry tomato flavors, with a sweet cherry-raspberry and spicy oak edge, and a transparent, elegant quality. Best now through 2008.",,40,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Etude
,White,US,"The backbone of this wine is from Oakville and Rutherford. It's a classic Napa Cab from what has turned out to be a fine vintage. There's the velvety cassis and chocolate fruit ripeness you expect, and the lavish oak, but good tannins and acids prevent the decadent flavors from turning flabby. Still, the wine's approachability argues for early consumption.",,90,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Etude 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Etude
,Red,US,"Expensive, yes, but this is a wine of very high quality. The Cabernet Sauvignon shines through, showing enormous black currant flavor, and then there are the wonderfully ripe, smooth tannins that make the wine glide like velvet. It seems to be best now, but should hold for some years.",Reserve,100,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chimney Rock
,Red,New Zealand,"Impressively big, rich and well extracted, with bold black cherry flavors, but also complex hints of cinnamon and other spices, floral notes and a pleasant herbal tinge to the softly tannic finish. Approachable now, but probably better in 3–4 years. Just 500 cases produced. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",Kupe,60,93,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2003 Kupe Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2003-kupe-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Escarpment
12,Sparkling,France,"Selected from the eight grand cru villages in which Madame owned vineyards, this lean, youthful wine is delicious now but could use additional bottle age to broaden out. Toasty and citrusy, there's a lot of fruit here, yet it retains a great sense of elegance.",La Grande Dame Brut,180,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1996 La Grande Dame Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1996-la-grande-dame-brut-champagne-49350/,Champagne Blend,1996,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Sparkling,France,"Tasted from a magnum disgorged in '97, this provides ample evidence that '85 was a great year for Clicquot. Toasty, but seems less evolved than the '85 Brut, with a deep copper color, meaty, savory aromas, berry flavors and a full, creamy texture. Long on the finish. It's made from the same base as the '85 Brut, but with 14.5% red from Bouzy added.",Brut Rosé,250,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1985 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1985-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1985,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
14.2,Red,US,"This is one California Cab that hasn't gone over the top, beautifully balancing dried spices and vanilla with bold berry and cassis fruit. It's medium-bodied, its tannins and alcohol in check, finishing long and soft. Drink now–2012.",Reserve,55,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sequoia Grove 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Sequoia Grove
,Red,US,"Wow, what a wine. Tremendous, focused and intense. This Merlot is massive in cassis and black currant flavors, and very well-oaked. Most notable are the tannins. They're powerful and insistent, yet so smooth, so finely knit that they're totally drinkable now, although you may want to give the wine until 2006 to settle down.",,70,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Duckhorn 2001 Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2001-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,2001,Duckhorn
,Red,New Zealand,"Full-bodied, yet soft and enveloping, this silky-smooth wine seduces with its lush mouthfeel and ripe, plummy fruit, then layers on spice and savory complexities including hints of coffee, game, cola and earth. Just 42 cases imported. Imported by Kobrand.",Te Muna Block 1 Doug Wisor Memorial,60,93,Martinborough Terrace,,,Craggy Range 2003 Te Muna Block 1 Doug Wisor Memorial Pinot Noir (Martinborough Terrace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2003-te-muna-block-1-doug-wisor-memorial-pinot-noir-martinborough-terrace/,Pinot Noir,2003,Craggy Range
,Red,US,"Decadent, hedonistic, all those adjectives don't do credit to the fancy way this Cab hits the mouth. It's Renoir in a glass. Soft but firmly structured and well oaked, the complex flavors range from cassis and vanilla to mocha and gingerbread, and are totally dry. Pure Napa Cab, although it's probably not an ager because of the softness.",Dragonfly Vineyard,90,94,California,Napa,St. Helena,Nickel & Nickel 2002 Dragonfly Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2002-dragonfly-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Nickel & Nickel
,Red,US,"Following on the heels of the last vintage, this Pinot is right up there in complexity and deliciousness. It's a big, young wine, dark and full-bodied, with complex fruit, herb, spice and oak flavors that are impressive for their length and depth. It's also very dry. Fine now despite its youth, it should gain in power and subtlety through 2008.",Clark & Telephone Vineyard,38,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Belle Glos 2003 Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2003-clark-telephone-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Belle Glos
,Sparkling,France,"The Bollinger style is always rich, food friendly and impressive. This wine is all of those things, with power and intensity of flavor along with ripe fruit, a layer of toastiness and a dry aftertaste. This is a style of wine that can take even more bottle aging. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Special Cuvée Brut,50,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger NV Special Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-nv-special-cuvee-brut-champagne-49719/,Champagne Blend,,Bollinger
,Red,US,"Benziger pulls out all the stops on this estate, Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend, from their hilly vineyard above Glen Ellen. It's a beautiful effort. The flavors are very close to Napa Cab, namely deliciously sweet cassis, roasted coffee and cocoa, but there's a tannin and acid structure that in some respects outclasses even Napa's most prestigious chateaus. This is a great red wine.",Tribute,65,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Benziger 2002 Tribute Red (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2002-tribute-red-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Benziger
,Red,New Zealand,"Based on old (20–25-year-old) plantings of Pommard clone, this fabulous wine blends savory, spicy scents with floral elements on the nose, then delves deep into black cherries in the mouth. Rich and velvety on the palate, with powerful fruit and the structure to age. One of the best New World Pinots I've ever tasted.",Home Vineyard,,94,Moutere,,,Neudorf 2003 Home Vineyard Pinot Noir (Moutere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2003-home-vineyard-pinot-noir-moutere/,Pinot Noir,2003,Neudorf
,Sparkling,France,"The latest vintage from Gosset, this rich, intense wine is still young, its acidity showing through strongly. But it has great depth, complex green and white fruit flavors, a hint of toast just showing and the promise of many years' aging. As it ages, it will reveal more and more flavors that will stand up to even the richest of foods. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Grand Brut,85,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset 1999 Grand Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-1999-grand-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Gosset
,Red,US,"This single-vineyard beauty is Corison's cellar bet. Tasted beside her regular '01 Napa Cab, it's much deeper, darker and more brooding. It's also far more tannic. It's a big, flavorful wine, packed with plums, blackberries, currants and mocha, as well as a coating of sweet oak. This classic Cab should begin to soften in a few years and will drink well through 2012.",Kronos Vineyard,90,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corison 2001 Kronos Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-2001-kronos-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Corison
,Sparkling,France,"A blend made entirely from grand cru vineyards, this is a superbly ripe, full wine; a very different, richer one from the normally light Taittinger style. A great Champagne, impressive and worth aging. Imported by Kobrand.",Prélude Grands Crus Brut,70,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV Prélude Grands Crus Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-prelude-grands-crus-brut-champagne-49753/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
,Sparkling,France,"A 100% Chardonnay blanc de blancs that is presented without any dosage to soften the acidity. Yet it doesn't seem to matter, because this Champagne is deliciously ripe, packed with mature fruit flavors, a touch of almonds to go with the white currant tastes and a layer of toastiness. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Terre de Vertus Premier Cru Brut,55,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier NV Terre de Vertus Premier Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-nv-terre-vertus-premier-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Larmandier-Bernier
,Sparkling,France,"One of the great nonvintage Champagnes, this is a wine with considerable bottle age, full of toasty flavors. With its gooseberry and apple fruit flavors, it is still fresh, but its great character comes from its supreme elegance. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons, Ltd.",Extra Cuvée Réserve,40,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger NV Extra Cuvée Réserve  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-nv-extra-cuvee-reserve-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pol Roger
12,Sparkling,France,"This multivintage blend nails the essence of Krug, intense richness of fruit and flavor without weight. Meaty mushroom and soy aromas are balanced by rich red fruits, citrus, toast and mineral notes. Long finish. Imported by Clicquot Inc.",Grande Cuvée Brut,172,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug NV Grande Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-champagne-49348/,Champagne Blend,,Krug
,Sparkling,France,"This Pinot Noir-dominated wine is rich and structured with waves of acidity passing through the white currant, toast and a developing maturity. Extra richness comes from the oak fermentation, but, because of the low dosage, there is also an austerity and minerality about this wine that will find its best expression with food. Imported by Winebow.",Signature Extra Brut,90,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquesson et Fils 1995 Signature Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquesson-fils-1995-signature-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Jacquesson et Fils
,Red,US,"Tasted side by side with Laetitia's Les Galets bottling, this wine is virtually identical. The differences are minute. Colline is perhaps a shade more acidic, a bit leaner, a little drier and more tannic. But like Galets, it is an authentically great, young Pinot Noir, as elegant and complex as any Pinot of the vintage.",La Colline,60,95,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2003 La Colline Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2003-colline-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Laetitia
,Red,US,"This wine stands out. It's very dry, with a full, firm texture of tannins and acidity, but most notable are the flavors. They are extraordinarily rich, mingling red and black cherries, mocha, cola and spice with toast, caramel and smoke from fine oak. Despite the wine's density, it possesses lightness and elegance that make it uplifting. Drink now and over the next several years.",Heirloom,80,95,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 2002 Heirloom Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-2002-heirloom-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2002,Etude
,Sparkling,France,"This is a bone dry, deliciously mature Champagne. The fruit aromas and flavors are now submerged beneath a layer of toast. A very fine wine, packed in a beautiful bottle designed by Van Cleef and Arpels. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Cuvée Rare Réserve Brut,120,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Cuvée Rare Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-cuvee-rare-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
,Sparkling,France,"This Champagne, full of richness and fresh acidity, is a wine designed for food. With its weight and intensity of flavor, along with the low dosage, it is still full-bodied, leaving a toasty character. This is the 729th nonvintage blending produced by Jacquesson since 1898 (when the house was 100 years old), hence the number. Imported by Winebow.",Cuvée 729,45,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquesson et Fils NV Cuvée 729  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquesson-fils-nv-cuvee-729-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquesson et Fils
,Red,US,"This block designate from Laetitia's estate vineyard comes from a warmer, eastern site. It is high in acidity and extremely dry. The flavors and mouthfeel are so complex that it takes several sips to grasp what's going on, by which time the wine has climbed to even higher levels. This is truly great California Pinot Noir.",Les Galets,60,95,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2003 Les Galets Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2003-galets-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Laetitia
,Red,US,"Signorello's proprietary Bordeaux blend is largely Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc. If you're laying down '02s to cellar, this is a very good bet. It's shut down right now, but offers tantalizing hints of black currants and cassis that quickly disappear into a dry, tannic underworld. But the wine has the balance and authoritative class to age well beyond 2010.",Padrone,95,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2002 Padrone Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2002-padrone-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Signorello
,Sparkling,France,"A very dry style of Champagne that needs food. At this stage, this wine is young, with vibrant acidity  and dense, green fruit. But it has a long future ahead of it, and shortly should show some toast and maturity. Serve this with fish, and appreciate its qualities even more. Imported by Robert Chadderdon Selections.",Cuvée Nicolas Francois Brut,120,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon 1996 Cuvée Nicolas Francois Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-1996-cuvee-nicolas-francois-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Billecart-Salmon
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Sweet and artificial, with a strong hint of Dijon mustard, which seems totally out of place. Not sure who this is aimed at.",Spumante Doux,10,80,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Spumante Doux Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-spumante-doux-sparkling-cava-50169/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
,Red,US,"There's a leathery, sweaty aroma and taste here that's not very pleasant. The wine is also disagreeably sharp.",,13,80,California,California Other,California,Chumeia 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Chumeia
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Bubble gum and spice aromas, with chunky, off-centered fruit. Smells as if it might have gone through carbonic maceration, meaning it's candied and rubbery, with bright, gummy fruit flavors. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1492,Cristobal 1492
,White,US,"Dry and acidic, with an unclean finish, this is a Chardonnay to avoid.",,12,80,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Three Families 2004 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-families-2004-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Three Families
,Red,US,"Raw, harsh and medicinal in berry flavors, this Cabernet is just barely acceptable.",Heritage Series,11,80,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Bliss 2002 Heritage Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bliss-2002-heritage-series-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Bliss
14,Red,Australia,"Smells of Salisbury steak and green pepper, with sour herbs and plums on the palate. Just acceptable. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Merlot,11,80,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Four Emus 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Merlot Red (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-emus-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-merlot-red-western/,Cabernet Blend,2004,Four Emus
,White,US,"Sweetish, simple and flabby, with apricot and peach syrup flavors.",Private Selection,11,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Robert Mondavi 2004 Private Selection Johannisberg Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-private-selection-riesling-johannisberg-central-coast-monterey-county/,Johannisberg Riesling,2004,Robert Mondavi
14.3,Red,Chile,"Rusty in color, with tomato and light red fruit on the nose. Shows mostly roasted fruit flavors and leafiness. Not a lot of depth, but not offensive. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Reserva,15,81,Maipo Valley,,,Nido de Aguila 2003 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nido-aguila-2003-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2003,Nido de Aguila
,Red,US,"Smells like cheddar cheese, tastes sweet and lacks acidity.",Estate,20,81,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2003 Estate Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2003-estate-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2003,Brutocao
12.4,White,Argentina,"Heavy on the nose, with a strong scent of mineral and vitamins. Soft in the mouth, with a round texture but little flavor backing it up. Registers more vapid than anything. Imported by Hand Picked Selections.",,12,81,Mendoza Province,,,Alfredo Roca 2004 Tocai Friulano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfredo-roca-2004-italian-white-tocai-friulano-san-rafael/,Tocai Friulano,2004,Alfredo Roca
,Red,US,"Thoroughly disagreeable, from the oaky, Porty smell to the semi-sweet medicinal flavors.",Grand Reserve,15,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2002 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2002-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Villa Mt. Eden
,White,US,"Thin and watery, with diluted citrus flavors and lots of raw acidity.",,15,81,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2004 Fumé Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2004-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Davis Bynum
,Red,US,"A tedious wine, overly soft and with an acidic sharpness. Not as good as the winery's regular Cabernet.",Reserve,20,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Century Oak 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/century-oak-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Century Oak
,White,US,"Clumsy and simple, with a tart, tobaccoey taste that's vaguely reminiscent of canned peaches.",Heritage Series,11,81,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Bliss 2004 Heritage Series Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bliss-2004-heritage-series-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2004,Bliss
,Red,US,"Tastes rather old andflat, with cherry-coffee flavors and a hit of residual sugar.",Reserve Selection,9,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Viano 2000 Reserve Selection Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viano-2000-reserve-selection-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2000,Viano
,Red,US,"Soft to the point of flatness, syrupy but dry, this wine has baked cherry flavors and a gluey finish.",Tara Vineyard,47,81,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 2003 Tara Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2003-tara-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Russian Hill
,Sparkling,Spain,"A bit gaseous and funky, with simple dried-cherry and slightly mealy citrus flavors. Gets better with time but never really impresses. Not musty but definitely less than fresh.",Rosé Brut,9,81,Catalonia,Cava,,Cristalino NV Rosé Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristalino-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Cristalino
,White,US,"Turning old, tired and funky, with dried leaf flavors and a tart, rasping finish. This Chard is just too old.",,10,81,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Buehler 2002 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2002-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Buehler
,White,US,"Harsh and unrewarding, this thin Chard has a bitter, tobaccoey quality, and a medicinal finish.",Third Alarm Reserve,25,81,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2003 Third Alarm Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2003-third-alarm-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Hook & Ladder
,White,US,"Tastes too old, having lost whatever acidity it had and now feels flat. The flavors are thin, veering to vegetal.",,5,81,California,California Other,California,Redbud 2002 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbud-2002-viognier-other/,Viognier,2002,Redbud
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Tannic and raisiny, with no cushion to speak of. The blend is Merlot and Bonarda, a marriage that could work but barely makes the grade in this case. Comes across loud and rough. Imported by Ecosur Group, LLC.",Merlot-Bonarda,15,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,CUQ 2004 Merlot-Bonarda Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuq-2004-merlot-bonarda-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2004,CUQ
,Red,US,"Heavy and gluey, with an odd medicinal flavor and a cherry cough drop finish.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Riverside 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverside-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Riverside
,Red,US,"Soft and cloying, this wine has medicinal cherry and chocolate flavors.",,22,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Saba 2003 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-2003-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2003,San Saba
,White,US,"Way too thin. There may have been a nice, dry, peach-flavored Chard here, but it's been diluted nearly to water and oak.",,15,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jepson 2003 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-2003-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2003,Jepson
,Red,US,"Smells classically Zinny, but turns excessively sharp in the mouth, with a hit of raw acidity that won't age out, and makes the wine unpleasant.",Westside,24,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2003 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2003-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Vina Robles
13.5,White,Chile,"Mouthfilling, with plump citrus flavors. The body is sort of oily and round, but there isn't much cutting edge to speak of. Finishes a bit melony and soft. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",,12,82,Maule Valley,,,Loica 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loica-2004-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Loica
13,White,Australia,"Smells first like cherry cough syrup, then turns earthy and salty with air. In the mouth, flavors are one-dimensional, like grape or plum skin rather than flesh. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Bin 80,8,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2004 Bin 80 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2004-bin-80-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Lindemans
,Red,US,"Acidity and green stemmy flavors dominate, despite some red and black cherry flavors. It's a dry wine, with obvious oak.",,6,82,California,California Other,California,Papio 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/papio-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Papio
,Red,US,"Raw in acids and tannins, with thin fruit that lets the alcohol poke through, this dry, austere wine just manages to suggest cherries.",Vintage Reserve,32,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2002 Vintage Reserve Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2002-vintage-reserve-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Firestone
,Red,US,"Although the official alcohol reading is 14.5%, this wine has pronounced flavors of raisins and dessicated berries that mar it. There's a hot, harsh feeling throughout.",,60,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cornerstone 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornerstone-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cornerstone
,White,US,This Chard is kind of thin in fruit and top heavy in oak. It tastes of alcohol mildly flavored with peach essence and slathered in toast and vanilla.,,9,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,HRM Rex Goliath 2004 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hrm-rex-goliath-2004-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,HRM Rex Goliath
,Red,US,"Smells nice and inviting, with good Cab character. But in the mouth, a wave of harsh, dry, green astringency hits.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Jekel 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Jekel
,Red,US,"The fruit is way too thin in this wine, which is a major disappointment as Herzog has been on such a roll with reds. You get alcohol and oak and not much else.",Special Reserve,30,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Herzog 2002 Special Reserve Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2002-special-reserve-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2002,Herzog
,Red,US,"Too soft and syrupy for my tastes, with a viscous texture framing blackberry and coffee flavors. Just lacks life and zest.",Hoenselaars Vineyard,30,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2003 Hoenselaars Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2003-hoenselaars-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Paradise Ridge
,Red,US,"Fruity, tart and simple, this wine has some awkward edges. There's a rustic feeling in the mouth that leads to a medicinal finish.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,HRM Rex Goliath NV Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hrm-rex-goliath-nv-merlot-other/,Merlot,,HRM Rex Goliath
,Red,US,"There's a dry bitterness and a green unripeness that make this Cab disappointing. Tannic and acidic, with a bare suggestion of cherry fruit.",Special Reserve,34,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Herzog 2002 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2002-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Herzog
,Red,US,"Starts with an inviting, warm aroma of fine Bordeaux, but turns unexpectedly sweet and sharp in the mouth. A letdown.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Stephen Vincent
,Rose,US,"Frankly sweet, this simple wine is ripe in strawberry and raspberry flavors, and has decent acidity.",White,6,82,California,California Other,California,Riverside NV White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverside-nv-white-zinfandel-california-49298/,Zinfandel,,Riverside
,White,US,"Soft, simple and rather sweet, this Central Valley Chard has flavors of canned peaches and apricots.",Simpson Vineyard,11,82,California,Central Valley,Madera,Chumeia 2004 Simpson Vineyard Chardonnay (Madera),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2004-simpson-vineyard-chardonnay-central-valley-madera/,Chardonnay,2004,Chumeia
,Red,US,"Simple, thin and tart, this Pinot has some smoky cherry and vanilla flavors, with a medicinal finish.",Big Smile,14,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Tortoise Creek 2004 Big Smile Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2004-big-smile-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Tortoise Creek
,White,US,"This Chard has some decent citrus and peach fruit, but it's really too tart and sour to offer much pleasure.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Liberty School 2003 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2003-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2003,Liberty School
,Red,US,"Simple, soft and syrupy, this cola and cherry-flavored wine is dry, with oaky influences and a rustic finish.",Elizabeth and Henry's Vineyard,32,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Paradise Ridge 2003 Elizabeth and Henry's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2003-elizabeth-henrys-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Paradise Ridge
,Red,US,"Unbalanced and rustic, with a sugary, soda-pop taste to the cola flavors. As far from Chianti as you can get.",Il Chiaretto,18,82,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 2003 Il Chiaretto Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2003-il-chiaretto-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,2003,M. Cosentino
,White,US,"Soft, kind of flat and thin in flavor, with notes of apples, peaches and oak, and a dry finish.",,35,82,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Ranch 2003 Chardonnay (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2003-chardonnay-napa-oakville/,Chardonnay,2003,Oakville Ranch
,Red,US,"If you can open the faux wax capsule on this pompously packaged bottle, you'll find a vin ordinaire Bordeaux blend. It's lifelessly soft, with herb and berry flavors, and a dry finish.",Integrity,60,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Scott Aaron 2003 Integrity Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-aaron-2003-integrity-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Scott Aaron
,Red,US,"The berry, cherry, coffee and spice flavors are wrapped in a rustically textured wine, with an acidic sharpness that persists into the finish.",Old Vine,13,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Century Oak 2002 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/century-oak-2002-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2002,Century Oak
,Red,US,"Unbalanced, with superripe raisin-and-chocolate flavors but also some green peppercorn notes. The tannins are strong, and there's a burn of acid in the finish.",,45,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominari 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominari-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Dominari
13.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly herbal, with hints of tree bark and chewing gum. Runs a touch hard and tannic, with cherry and little more carrying the flavor profile. Firm, even hard, in the mouth.",Casa La Joya Reserve,9,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2003 Casa La Joya Reserve Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2003-casa-joya-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Viña Bisquertt
,Sparkling,US,"A little rough, and with an evidently high dosage, this peach-fruited wine has a cloying quality and a finish that's too sweet, even by California standards.",Blanc de Blancs,24,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2002 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2002-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2002,Gloria Ferrer
8,Sparkling,Brazil,"Made from 100% Muscat, the nose offers the usual gardenia and lily-like aromas. Melon and sweet apple flavors are clean and real, and for the most part the wine succeeds. The one place it has issues is its carbonation. It bubbles like crazy, creating foam central on the palate. Imported by XLS Imports.",White Sparkling Wine,11,82,Brazil,,,Cordelier NV White Sparkling Wine Muscat (Brazil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordelier-nv-white-sparkling-wine-muscat/,Muscat,,Cordelier
,Red,US,"The price is right, but the wine is raw and rustic. The Twin Fin brand gets it right with almost all varieties, but Pinot Noir is tough to make into a value wine.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Twin Fin 2004 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-fin-2004-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Twin Fin
,Red,US,"Too extracted, flat and candied for my tastes, this Pinot has a medicinal cherry flavor, with a thick, sappy texture.",,32,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Russian Hill
,Red,US,"There's a disagreeable sharpness and bitterness to this wine. Even for a vin de table, it's tough going.",Winemaker's Collection,15,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2002 Winemaker's Collection Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2002-winemakers-collection-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2002,Jekel
,Red,US,"Semi-sweet and rustic, this cherry and cassis-flavored wine is also soft and flabby. A ton of oak doesn't really help to make it any better than it is.",Reserve,110,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ledson 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ledson
,Red,US,"Smells funky and cheesy, two aromas that don't blow off in this rustic, dry wine. Too bad, because the Pinot flavors and body are nice.",,11,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Bliss 2002 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bliss-2002-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2002,Bliss
,Red,US,"Too rustic and sweet on the finish for my tastes, with Porty raisin flavors. The wine also feels hot, despite official labeling of 13.5% alcohol.",Shooting Star,12,82,California,Lake County,Lake County,Steele 2003 Shooting Star Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2003-shooting-star-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Steele
,Dessert,US,"Simple, soft and not even that sweet, this is a thin wine with modest chocolate and cherry flavors. The thinness makes the alcohol stand out.",Reserve Selection Old Vines Zinfandel,11,82,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Viano 2001 Reserve Selection Old Vines Zinfandel Port (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viano-2001-reserve-selection-old-vines-zinfandel-port-blend-port-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Port,2001,Viano
,Red,US,"Rustic and semi-sweet, this Zin is very fruity. It has a briary, peppery edge to the cherries and blackberries.",Old Vines,20,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Taft Street 2003 Old Vines Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2003-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Taft Street
,Red,US,"Some will like the extracted, ripely sweet blackberry and cherry flavors, but not me. There's also that stinging Sangiovese acidity.",,18,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 2002 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-2002-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2002,Luna
,Red,US,"Soft, simple and jammy, this Pinot has modest cherry and coffee flavors and a light, silky texture.",Coastal Vines,10,82,California,North Coast,North Coast,Napa Ridge 2003 Coastal Vines Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2003-coastal-vines-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Napa Ridge
,Red,US,"Still pretty tannic after all these years, and with a sharp bitterness in the finish, this wine is at its peak. It has cherry and cassis flavors and is a little sweet.",,22,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lake Sonoma 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Lake Sonoma
,Red,US,"Earthy and sharp, with coffee and berry flavors that finish dry and harsh.",Hamilton Vineyards Reserve,28,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Blackstone 2002 Hamilton Vineyards Reserve Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2002-hamilton-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2002,Blackstone
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has a very rustic, outdoorsy quality to it overall. The wine tastes and smells like berries rolled in earth—even its texture is uneven and rustic. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,10,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2003 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2003,Black Opal
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells like beef bouillon and some mushroom, and tastes of plums and berries coated in an oaky veneer. A darkly flavored wine, but a hollow one. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",,7,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Banrock Station
,Sparkling,US,"Red in color, sugary sweet, this sparkler will have its fans, but it's really kind of cloying.",Rosso Red Spumante,6,82,California,California Other,California,Ballatore NV Rosso Red Spumante Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballatore-nv-rosso-red-spumante-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Ballatore
13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine is fragrant and concentrated, but its flavors are sour enough to make it almost difficult to drink. Has musky, men's cologne aromas, and sour plum plus stalky greenness on the palate. Tannins are thick and sawdusty. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.",,13,82,Queensland,Granite Belt,,Ballandean 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Granite Belt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballandean-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-granite-belt/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ballandean
,Red,US,"Smells great, with complex and inviting aromas that promise great dry Zinfandel, but once in the mouth, the wine turns sweet and cloying. The sweetness exaggerates the tannins, making them rasping.",Catfish Vineyard,21,83,California,Lake County,Lake County,Steele 2002 Catfish Vineyard Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2002-catfish-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,2002,Steele
,White,US,"Feline, anyone? From the pungent first whiff through the dry, acidic, citrusy finish, this is that kind of Sauvignon Blanc. You either like it or you hate it. It wouldn't be my first choice.",,15,83,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Brassfield 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brassfield-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Brassfield
13.5,Red,Chile,"Blends raspberry aromas with horseradish, and after that there are flavors of cherry, toast, coffee and lingering oak. Turns lemony upon airing, with coffee and spiky tannins on the finish. Imported by GWFC-Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Oak Aged Reserve,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Oak Aged Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-oak-aged-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2003,Viu Manent
,Red,US,"A soft, fruity blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. A little too sweet on the finish, with a taste of toasted meringue and baked cherry pie.",Tuscia,36,83,Amador County-Oregon,,,Villa Spalla 2002 Tuscia Red (Amador County-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-spalla-2002-tuscia-red-amador-county-oregon/,Red Blend,2002,Villa Spalla
,Rose,US,"One of the fuller-bodied rosés you'll have this year, this copper-colored wine is fat, juicy and fruity. The tangerine and peach flavors are a little sweet and cloying.",In-Circle Cellar Club Le Fleur de Lis Rose Pinot Noir,22,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rideau 2004 In-Circle Cellar Club Le Fleur de Lis Rose Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rideau-2004-in-circle-cellar-club-le-fleur-lis-rose-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rideau
12.5,White,Chile,"Soft and round without much bite. But it is clean, with melon and guava aromas and adequate citrus flavors. Not bad at all, especially at the price. A true bargain-basement deal. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",Gato Negro,5,83,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2005 Gato Negro Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2005-gato-negro-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,San Pedro
,Sparkling,US,"Clean and robust in fruity flavor, this dry, doughy sparkling wine will fuel thousands of wedding toasts at a fair price.",Brut,7,83,California,California Other,California,Tott's NV Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/totts-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Tott's
13.5,White,Australia,"Wood weighs heavily on this wine, which means that you'll love it or you won't. Smells like baked apple pie, and on the palate, apple fruit has a tangy, sawdusty wooden feel to it. Didn't have the acidity that a wine like this needs. Imported by Guardian of the Grape Imports.",Platina,25,83,Victoria,Geelong,,Pettavel 2002 Platina Chardonnay (Geelong),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pettavel-2002-platina-chardonnay-geelong/,Chardonnay,2002,Pettavel
,Red,US,"A decent, clean Pinot Noir, but the cherry, cola and coffee flavors lack concentration and finish watery.",Angeline,10,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Martin Ray 2004 Angeline Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2004-angeline-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2004,Martin Ray
13.5,White,Australia,"Smells almost cloying, like raspberries and strawberry preserves, with the barest hints of herb and earth. The same sweet fruit flavors appear on the palate, along with some Sweet Tart. Imported by Marquee Selections.",Artisan Wines Classic,10,83,Victoria,Victoria,,Marquee 2004 Artisan Wines Classic Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2004-artisan-wines-classic-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Marquee
13.5,Red,Australia,"Two-thirds Cabernet with Merlot making up the balance, this straightforward red had some berry fruit on the nose that fades with air. Tastes made for the masses, with red berry flavors. Imported by Trinchero Family Estates.",,7,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Little Boomey 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-boomey-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Little Boomey
14,Red,Australia,"Smells of earth and ink, with sweet berry fruit on the palate. Has a metallic note on the palate. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",Underground Series,11,83,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Evans & Tate 2004 Underground Series Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2004-underground-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2004,Evans & Tate
14,Red,Chile,"An organic wine with charred, coffee-heavy aromas. The mouth is bulky and tannic, with dark plum and black-fruit flavors. Quite roasted, on the cusp of burnt tasting, with prodding tannins. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Nativa,16,83,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2003 Nativa Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2003-nativa-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Carmen
,White,US,"This is one of those almost over-the-top Viogniers that has every fruit flavor you can think of. It drinks soft in texture and honeyed sweet on the finish, and is a simple quaffer.",,13,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clay Station 2004 Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clay-station-2004-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2004,Clay Station
,Red,US,"Raw in acids, chocolaty and ripe in blackberries to the point of raisins, yet dry, this is a country wine meant to be consumed with gusto over barbecued ribs and chicken.",,13,83,California,California Other,California,Chumeia 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chumeia
,Red,US,"Very ripe in fruit, brimming with cherries and currants, this wine is almost medicinal-sweet on the finish. It's also a little too soft.",,25,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Artesa 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Artesa
,White,US,"This toothpicky wine tastes overly oaked by far, and you have to wonder why they plastered it on, since the underlying fruit seems fine, even with the acid. Makes you appreciate the “unoaked” Chardonnay phenomenon.",,30,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Adastra 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adastra-2003-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Adastra
14,Red,Australia,"Straightforward and lacking stuffing, this Cab has some berry fruit tucked under a veneer of oak. Aromas of soy sauce, plum and putty complete the picture. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Jacob's Creek
,Red,US,"The texture is smooth and fine, the tannins just right, but the fruitiness is too upfront, in your face. There's just unrestrained gobs of cherries and jammy berries. Whatever happened to balance?",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Leveroni 2003 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leveroni-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2003,Leveroni
,Red,US,"This old-style field blend leaves little to the imagination. It's full-bodied, dry and astringently tannic, with fruity, earthy flavors.",Red Wine,15,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Tusk 'n Red 2003 Red Wine Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tusk-n-red-2003-wine-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2003,Tusk 'n Red
,Red,US,"Dry, sharp and edgy, this rustic Cab has blackberry and coffee flavors and is fully dry. The sharpness persists through the finish.",Estate Bottled,20,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2001 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2001-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Brutocao
,White,US,"This isn't really dry, as it finishes almost as sweet as a dessert wine. Good with fruit salad or as a summery apéritif.",Estate,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2004 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2004-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Peju
,White,US,"To call this Chard “rustic” is no put-down, as it affords some good Chardonnay pleasure at agood price. It's soft in acids, with a thick, creamy mouthfeel and ripe flavors of peach custard and guava.",San Bernabe Vineyard,12,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Night Owl 2004 San Bernabe Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/night-owl-2004-san-bernabe-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Night Owl
14.3,Red,Chile,"Light berry aromas feature herb and leather accents. Basic raspberry and cherry fruit hold down the core, while green-pepper notes float about the edges. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Reserva,15,83,Maipo Valley,,,Nido de Aguila 2003 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nido-aguila-2003-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Nido de Aguila
,Red,US,"Kind of thin, especially considering the price, but it's basically okay. The wine is totally dry and fairly acidic, with cherry flavors and a smooth, silky mouthfeel.",,16,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Anapamu 2003 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anapamu-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Anapamu
,Red,US,"I don't really see any more richness in the winery's Reserve Pinot than in the regular one, released a few months ago. The wine is thin and tart, with bitter cherry flavors, although it's clean enough.",Reserve,30,83,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Koves-Newlan 2002 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koves-newlan-2002-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Pinot Noir,2002,Koves-Newlan
,Red,US,"I tasted this alongside Kenwood's Reserve Zin, and although it's priced the same, it's not half the wine despite the vineyard designation. This one's raisiny and hot, with a sweetened coffee taste.",Jack London Vineyard,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2003 Jack London Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2003-jack-london-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Showing some rough, inelegant edges, this Cab doesn't seem fully ripened. The blackberry and cherry flavors finish with a green note, and the wine is fully dry.",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Kenwood
,Red,US,"A difficult vintage that should have been drunk in its youth, the '98 shows a strong herbal component, lacks fruit and features a clipped, high-acid finish.",Jack London Vineyard,,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1998 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley-50834/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Light and simple, with pleasant cola, rhubarb and sage flavors and a delicate, silky mouthfeel. Turns dry and clean on the finish.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,HRM Rex Goliath NV Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hrm-rex-goliath-nv-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,,HRM Rex Goliath
,White,US,"Semisweet and with crisp acidity, this simple, clean wine has pink grapefruit and vanilla flavors with a spicy finish.",Private Selection,11,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2004 Private Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2004-private-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Robert Mondavi
,Rose,US,"Here's a big, jammy blush wine. It's certainly full-bodied for a rosé, but has a nice silky feeling. The fruity flavor is powerful in cherries and raspberries, with a semisweet finish.",Butch Blush,10,83,California,California Other,California,Rainbow Ridge 2004 Butch Blush Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainbow-ridge-2004-butch-blush-rose-other/,Rosé,2004,Rainbow Ridge
,Sparkling,US,"A little sweet, rough and sandpapery, but with good fruit and dough, this gets the bubbly job done at a fair price.",Extra Dry,7,83,California,California Other,California,Tott's NV Extra Dry Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/totts-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-california/,Sparkling Blend,,Tott's
,White,US,"Very fruity, with flavors of peaches and nectarines, this simple white wine is soft, and finishes a little sweet.",,30,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Scott Aaron 2004 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-aaron-2004-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2004,Scott Aaron
11,Sparkling,Australia,"Tastes and smells like peach, with molasses and meat accents. Hollow and pedestrian on the palate, but brightens up with crisp citrus notes on the finish. Imported by De Bortoli Wines USA Inc.",dB Brut,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV dB Brut Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-db-brut-sparkling-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,,De Bortoli
11.5,Sparkling,France,"Yellowish in color, with baked corn and yeast on the bouquet but very little oomph or zest. Heavy in the mouth, with spiced yellow fruits and banana. Soft, heavy and creamy on the finish, with a spot of white pepper. Imported by Boisset America.",Silver Cap Grande Cuvée Blanc de Blancs Brut,10,83,Loire Valley,Vin Moelleux,,Françoise Chauvenet NV Silver Cap Grande Cuvée Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (Vin Moelleux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francoise-chauvenet-nv-silver-cap-grande-cuvee-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-vin-moelleux/,Sparkling Blend,,Françoise Chauvenet
12,Sparkling,France,"Fairly neutral, with a bit of stony minerality. Very firm, on the cusp of sharp, with green apple and hint of pineapple for flavors. Quite tart on the back end, and lean throughout. Imported by Les Grands Chais de France Americas.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,12,83,France Other,France,,François Montand NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-montand-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,François Montand
,Red,US,"This wine is kind of lean, with an astringent dryness framing thin fruit flavors. It's surprising, because Falkner's '02 Merlot is really a very good wine.",,30,83,California,South Coast,Temecula,Falkner 2002 Meritage (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falkner-2002-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-south-coast-temecula/,Meritage,2002,Falkner
,White,US,"Green-grassy and citrusy, with spearmint, alfalfa and fig flavors, this wine finishes a little sweet and cloying, with a honeyed aftertaste.",,12,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Catacula 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catacula-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Catacula
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rather rubbery and raisiny, with some fruitcake on the nose. Additional raisin and plum on the palate is backed by hard tannins. Like many Bonarda, this wine is tough and brawny. Subtlety is not its hallmark. Imported by Ecosur Group, LLC.",Donaria,20,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulmary 2004 Donaria Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulmary-2004-donaria-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,Pulmary
,Red,US,"Soft and common, with very dry tannins, the fruit in this wine is unbalanced, now showing cherries, now green peppers. There's a sharpness throughout that won't disappear.",Appellation Selection,24,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sebastiani 2003 Appellation Selection Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2003-appellation-selection-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"Soft, inoffensive and fruity, this Merlot will play well against almost anything calling for a dry red wine. It has some lush berry and cherry flavors.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Seaside 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaside-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Seaside
,White,US,"A little too thin in fruit, this wine shows its cool-climate acids, with a trace of lemon and lime flavor. It has a nice structure, but needs greater concentration.",,19,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Gainey 2003 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Gainey
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Butterscotch aromas are backed by a candied palate full of pear syrup. The mouthfeel is soft, and the finish everlasting due to residual sugar. Probably too sweet for most but not badly made. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Carta Nevada Semi Dry,9,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Semi Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-semi-dry-sparkling-cava-50170/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Fairly vegetal, with olive and bell pepper aromas. Light and green, without much fruit besides strawberry and plum. Acceptable mouthfeel with medium tannins. Less than rosy and ripe. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",,10,81,Other,Cafayate,,Argentine Beef 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argentine-beef-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Argentine Beef
,White,US,"One of the most distinctive Sauvignon Blancs of the year, this one's very bright, almost searing, in acidity. The acids boost the gooseberry, citrus, fig and vanilla flavors, leading to a long, intensely clean and fruity finish. A wine to watch in future vintages.",Reserve,18,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Concannon 2004 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2004-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Concannon
,Sparkling,France,"The vintage wines from Clicquot are consistently richer and fuller than either the nonvintage or La Grande Dame. Toast and custard scents, followed by youthful notes of apple and citrus. Long, even a bit tannic-feeling, on the finish. Arrives this December, but the price was not available at press time.",Brut,60,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1999 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1999-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
12,Sparkling,France,"Floral and fruity on the nose, with lots of forward cherry aromas. It's 15% Bouzy, but not tannic at all, with an elegant mouthfeel and a long, silky finish.",Réserve Brut Rosé,86,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1999 Réserve Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1999-reserve-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Sparkling,France,"This is typical of the light, floating style of Perrier-Jouët. There is richness and a soft finish from a relatively high dosage, but the wine is also elegant, leaving flavors of orange peel and a touch of toast. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Grand Brut,49,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët NV Grand Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-nv-grand-brut-champagne-49669/,Champagne Blend,,Perrier Jouët
14,Red,Australia,"Though the aromas and flavors are really nice, this wine's flat, woody feel keeps it from being as excellent as it could be. It starts off with black olive and eucalyptus on the nose, and brings black cherry, plum, herb and eucalyptus on the palate. Good acids; an even, balanced wine. Imported by USA Wine West.",,25,88,New South Wales,Hilltops,,Clonakilla 2003 Shiraz (Hilltops),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clonakilla-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hilltops/,Shiraz,2003,Clonakilla
13,White,New Zealand,"A bit reined in aromatically, with modest passion fruit scents. But this wine is very bold and assertive on the palate, combining bright citrus and tropical fruit with hints of bell pepper. Good value. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Seven Terraces 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-terraces-2004-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Seven Terraces
13,White,New Zealand,"Nails Pinot's texture, boasting a supple, velvety mouthfeel; also its complexity, blending savory spice and mushroom notes with bright pie cherry flavors. There's also an earthy, slightly vegetal beet nuance.",Reserve,42,88,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Te Kairanga
14,Red,Australia,"Smells of raspberries, but tastes meaty, chalky and a hint metallic, though the metallic edge isn't too much of a bother. Thick, dusty, very dry tannins complete the picture. Imported by Clos Du Val Wine.",,35,87,Victoria,Heathcote,,Taltarni 2003 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2003,Taltarni
13,White,Australia,"A please-everyone style of wine, this Chardonnay is upbeat, easy to drink and uncomplicated, and offers bright stone fruit and floral aromas. Maybe a wee bit soft, winding up with pineapple, peach and lemon flavors. Imported by McWilliam's Hanwood Estate.",,12,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 2004 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-hanwood-estate-2004-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate
,Red,US,"Showing plenty of Santa Lucia character in the well-ripened black cherry fruit flavors and sturdy structure, Paraiso's Pinot also displays an elegance that makes it immediately drinkable. It's dry, but there's an impression of sweetness from toasty oak and ripe fruit that's irresistibly tasty.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2003 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Paraiso Vineyards
,Red,US,"This single-vineyard Syrah shows coffee, red cherry, red plum, pomegranate and white pepper flavors that are powerful, but subtle. It's drinkable now, with a tart, acidic streak through the finish that calls for rich grills and cheeses.",Ladi's Vineyard,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 2002 Ladi's Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2002-ladis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2002,Paradise Ridge
,Sparkling,France,"Salmon to onion-skin pink in color, this is a rosé with a relatively high level of dosage and a soft finish. There are red fruits, but also nuts and a citrus kick on the finish. A very smooth Champagne. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Blason Brut Rosé,76,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët NV Blason Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-nv-blason-brut-rose-champagne-49786/,Champagne Blend,,Perrier Jouët
,Red,New Zealand,"Spicy, mushroomy and earthy, full of forest floor character, what the French would call sous bois. It's nicely textured as well, supple and round, just don't expect a fruit explosion. Imported by Station Imports Inc.",,25,87,Central Otago,,,Rippon 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rippon-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rippon
,Red,US,"This wine is clean, good and tasty. It's not especially complex, but shows berry, cherry, spice and oak flavors that are wrapped in a soft, balanced package.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 2001 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2001-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2001,Paradise Ridge
13,White,Australia,"Smells very nice. The wine deals vanilla bean, nutmeg, musk and floral notes. This isn't a Chardonnay for the tropically inclined. There's fruit here, but it's taut (think unripe pear, sour apple, peach pit, that sort of thing). Sparse on the fluff overall. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Spires,12,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 2004 Spires Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-2004-spires-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Barossa Valley Estate
14,Red,Australia,"From Gundagai, an area southwest of Sydney. A linear, fine quaff, full of black cherry and plum fruit. Its cottony-tannic shell has more staying power than its stuffing. Finishes with more black cherry fruit. Imported by South Pacific Wines.",,11,86,New South Wales,Gundagai,,Thorny Devil 2003 Shiraz (Gundagai),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorny-devil-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-gundagai/,Shiraz,2003,Thorny Devil
,Red,US,"It's awfully hard to make a really good Pinot Noir for less than, say, $30. This wine tries hard. It shows true Pinot character in the dry, silky mouthfeel, crisp acids and pleasant fruit flavors, which finish with coffee and cocoa.",Pinnacles Ranches,15,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Estancia 2003 Pinnacles Ranches Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2003-pinnacles-ranches-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2003,Estancia
,Red,US,"This Zin is more balanced than most of Peachy Canyon's others. It's lower in alcohol and not as hot. Still, there's a rustic edge to the ripe berry, cherry and chocolate flavors. Will be a hit with barbecue.",Old School House,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Old School House Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-old-school-house-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Peachy Canyon
,Red,New Zealand,"Peppery and mushroomy on the nose, this wine also features earthy, leathery notes that call to mind the Rhône. It's a pleasant drink in a rustic red sort of way, distinctive for NZ Pinot. Imported by Cordon Selections.",,40,86,Martinborough,,,Stratford 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stratford-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Stratford
,White,US,"Here's a crisp, refreshing dry white that holds nothing back, despite the everyday price. It's packed with lemon and lime, green grass, ripe honeydew melon and vanilla flavors that finish long and clean.",,10,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Rock Rabbit 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-rabbit-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Rock Rabbit
14,Red,Australia,"This red is soft and so easy to drink. Spice, black pepper and clove aromas and flavors couch mixed plum fruit on the palate. Not intense, but just the ticket for everyday drinking. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Cabernet Shiraz Merlot,11,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2001 Cabernet Shiraz Merlot Red (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2001-cabernet-shiraz-merlot-red-coonawarra/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
14.7,White,US,"This isn't one of your tropical fruit and oak, acidic cool-climate monster Chards. It's soft and earthy, with a dried sage and oregano edge to the green apple and white peach flavors.",Rhinefarm Vineyard,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2003 Rhinefarm Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2003-rhinefarm-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Gundlach Bundschu
,Sparkling,France,"A soft, easy style of Champagne, with some earthy fruit flavors as well as lightness. This is a gentle, apéritif style with some fresh acidity and a touch of tannin to finish. Imported by Cellar Door Selections.",Brut Tradition,,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier NV Brut Tradition  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-nv-brut-tradition-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pannier
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"From the folks at Pegasus Bay, this is a blend of purchased and estate fruit. Cherry notes blend with hints of mint, giving a bit of a medicinal edge to the flavors. Supple, but picks up a touch more green on the finish. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,25,86,Canterbury,,,Main Divide 2004 Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-divide-2004-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,2004,Main Divide
,Red,US,"With fruit sourced from everywhere from Dry Creek to Carneros, this Cabernet-based wine is a good, blended effort, with true varietal character if no particular complexity. It's balanced, fruity and tannic, but too expensive for what you get.",Trésor,45,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2001 Trésor Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2001-tresor-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,New Zealand,"Fairly priced, this entry-level New Zealand Pinot offers herbal and black cherry aromas and flavors. It's a bit simple and fruity, but finishes clean, with crisp acids. Imported by Icon Estates.",,14,86,Marlborough,,,Drylands 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drylands-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Drylands
,Red,US,"A good price for a very nice Merlot, from a winery with an increasingly respectable track record. The wine is dry and balanced, with a smooth texture and blackberry, coffee and chocolate flavors.",,10,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Domaine St. George 2003 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-st-george-2003-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2003,Domaine St. George
,Red,US,"This Zin satisfies for its fruit-forward character and smooth, gentle texture. It's very soft for a mountain Zin, with a velvety feel that carries rich flavors of wild cherries and berries, milk chocolate, licorice and vanilla.",Southern Exposure,30,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,C.G. di Arie 2003 Southern Exposure Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2003-southern-exposure-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2003,C.G. di Arie
14,Red,New Zealand,"Starts off with a lovely, complex mix of cola, caramel, cherries, vanilla and herbal notes, but seems a bit simpler on the palate, delivering cherry and vanilla flavors. Thins out on the finish, where the herbal, tea-like elements turn drying. Imported by L & R Imports LLC.",Barrel Selection,36,86,Central Otago,,,Bannock Brae 2003 Barrel Selection Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bannock-brae-2003-barrel-selection-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Bannock Brae
,White,US,"The green grass, newly mown hay, lemon and lime and melon aromas and flavors jump right out of the glass. Crisp acidity, a round, creamy texture and a dryish finish.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Andretti
,Red,US,"I like the underlying wine here. It's rich in cassis and mocha fruit, and has excellently firm tannins and balancing acidity. On the downside, I find the wine overoaked.",Winegrower Selection,32,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2002 Winegrower Selection Syrah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2002-winegrower-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Syrah,2002,Lolonis
,Red,US,"Given the historic ageability of Chalone's Pinots, you might want to give this five years in the cellar. Right now, it's a bit heavy and soft, although fruity enough, with a great big burst of black raspberry, cherry and vanilla flavor.",,25,86,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2003 Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2003,Chalone Vineyard
,White,US,"A well-behaved Chard with a streak of minerality that uplifts the apple and peach flavors, as well as lees and oak. Finishes a bit rough and earthy, with tobacco leaf acidity.",,36,86,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2002 Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2002-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2002,Chalk Hill
13.5,White,Australia,"Floral, peachy aromas are understated. The palate has a melony, peachy shell and a lightly creamy, almost oily, center. Goes down easy. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Classic White,16,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Wise 2004 Classic White Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-2004-classic-white-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Wise
13,White,US,"Made New Zealand style, this Sauvignon Blanc is strong in gooseberry, juniper, lime and white pepper flavors. It's absolutely dry, with crisp acidity.",,15,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Whitehall Lane
,Red,US,"Young and jammy, this is a Cab that tastes like it just came out of the fermenter. It's all grapy, primary fruit blackberries and cherries, with an undertow of smoky vanilla.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mia's Playground 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mias-playground-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Mia's Playground
,White,Australia,"Floral and citrusy, with hints of lime sherbet and orange blossom on the nose and ripe pear and citrus flavors. Fairly full-bodied and soft, with a dry finish and more weight and texture than expected.",,14,86,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Long Flat 2004 Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-flat-2004-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2004,Long Flat
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Light in hue, featuring delicate cherry and crushed spice aromas and flavors that lean toward black pepper. It's on the light side, but still attractive, and would work well with delicate salmon preparations. Imported by Vincor USA.",,17,86,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kim Crawford
,White,US,"Frankly off-dry to semi-sweet, but with pronounced acidity to balance, this is a Spätlese-style Riesling. It's rich in garden fruit and flower flavors, with a savory spiciness and a long, clean aftertaste.",,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Cole Ranch,Esterlina 2004 Riesling (Cole Ranch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-2004-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-cole-ranch/,Riesling,2004,Esterlina
14.5,Red,Australia,"Tasted twice with differing impressions; this score represents the average of the two. One look at the wine showed roasted aromas, and an orange-peel aroma, followed by sour red fruit on the palate. The second go revealed juicier fruit and pleasing, chalky tannins on the palate. Give it the benefit of the doubt. 600 cases produced. Imported by USA Wine West.",Luccio,15,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pikes 2002 Luccio Sangiovese (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pikes-2002-luccio-sangiovese-clare-valley/,Sangiovese,2002,Pikes
13,Red,New Zealand,"Complex and meaty on the nose, blending layers of dried spices, roasted meat and spring flowers. Adds cola, clove and crisp cherry flavors on the palate before finishing firm, almost tough. Give it a few years. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",,27,86,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Palliser Estate
13.5,White,Australia,"Has spicy aromas; on the palate, it has a pleasing, zesty spring in its step, like herbs and green apples. In the background, has a persistent butterscotch hard-candy flavor and feel. 5,000 cases produced. Imported by Palandri America.",,12,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Palandri 2004 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palandri-2004-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2004,Palandri
13,Red,Australia,"An approachable Pinot: its feel is soft and round, and its cherry fruit falls squarely in the cherry cola camp, rather than the tart and rigid one. Starts to get serious on the finish, where firm tannins take hold. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",,21,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Oakridge 2003 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakridge-2003-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Oakridge
,Red,New Zealand,"A light, easy-drinking wine from the first crop off Woollaston's Nelson Pinot Noir vineyard. Tea, cinnamon and clove notes accent vanilla and cherry flavors. Soft tannins build a little on the relatively short finish.",,30,86,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2004 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2004-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2004,Woollaston
13.5,White,Australia,"A blonde wine: soft, pretty and light. It feels like soft peach fuzz and tastes like musk, its aromas brimming with brisk tropical fruit. Gets tighter and more floral toward the finish, where there's some Band-Aid. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Unwooded,15,86,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Wise 2004 Unwooded Chardonnay (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-2004-unwooded-chardonnay-pemberton/,Chardonnay,2004,Wise
,White,Australia,"This fruit comes from Cheviot Bridge shareholders, with the wine made at Yering Station. Lightly toasty, with hints of vanilla and sweet corn to the Golden Delicious apple flavors. Turns citrusy on the finish.",,14,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Long Flat 2004 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-flat-2004-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Long Flat
13.5,White,US,"Classic coastal Sauvignon Blanc, ripe and forward in lemon and lime, honeydew, alfalfa, peppery cinnamon and vanilla flavors, with a great deal of acidity, although the finish is a little sweet. There's a lot going on here.",Estate,10,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 2004 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2004-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Lockwood
,Red,US,"The west side of Paso Robles is the cooler side, and this Zin is crisper than Peachy Canyon's others. That makes it a better wine. That said, there's a briary rustic quality, and an edginess to the mouthfeel, that age is not likely to remove.",Westside,19,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"This Paso Cab isn't half bad for this price point. It's definitely soft, but the flavors of blackberry jam, cherry marmalade, chocolate-sweetened cappuccino and vanilla spice are simply delicious, and make the wine oh, so easy to like.",,10,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grayson 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Grayson
,Rose,US,"Dark for a rosé, and full-bodied, this blush Syrah is long and strong in raspberry flavors that finish with a touch of vanilla and white pepper. It's a tasty sipper, nice and dry, almost as robust as Pinot Noir.",Valley Oaks Rosé,9,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Valley Oaks Rosé Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-valley-oaks-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2004,Fetzer
,White,US,"Compared to the winery's Starr Ridge Chard from the same vintage, this is unassertive. It's thicker in the mouth, and softer, with a malted, custard texture framing peach flavors.",Westside Farms,38,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Westside Farms Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-westside-farms-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Gary Farrell
,Rose,New Zealand,"Light and fresh, this is an easy-to-glug rosé that's fruity--think strawberries and cherries--simple and clean, with a reasonably persistent finish.",Pinot Rosé,16,87,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2005 Pinot Rosé Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2005-pinot-rose-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2005,Woollaston
,Rose,US,"Light in color, even for a rosé, but there's nothing shy about the flavors. This wine is powerful and complex in red cherries, tobacco, vanilla and sweet Provençal herbs, and is totally dry, with a fine acidic structure.",Pinot Noir Vin Gris,14,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2004 Pinot Noir Vin Gris Rosé (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2004-pinot-noir-vin-gris-rose-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Rosé,2004,Sanford
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This vintage from Stoneleigh nails the Pinot mouthfeel—supple and velvety—while delivering smoky and earthy flavors. There's enough black cherry fruit to keep it lively, but this wine's just not that fruity, instead relying on cola, coffee and earth flavors for interest. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Stoneleigh 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoneleigh-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Stoneleigh
13.5,Red,Australia,"Wood, it seems, is what gives this wine most of its character: has tea, spice and smoke aromas, with tangy, seeped-tea tannins. Medium-bodied, it shows some of the classic Coonawarra clay-soil notes at its heart. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Show Reserve,24,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Rosemount 2002 Show Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2002-show-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rosemount
,Sparkling,France,"A very fruity wine with toast and maturity. It also has a creamy texture, but the finish is spoiled by some unbalanced sweetness. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,70,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Ruinart
13,Red,New Zealand,"A bit on the simple side, but lively, fresh and ultimately satisfying. Impressively pure black cherry fruit does pick up a hint of spice on the finish. A nice introduction to  NZ Pinot that should drink well from now through 2010. Imported by Smart Imports Inc.",,20,87,Martinborough,,,Murdoch James 2004 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murdoch-james-2004-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Murdoch James
13.5,White,New Zealand,"There's 15% Sémillon blended into this wine, which helps add a bit of creaminess to the texture. It's reasonably rich on the palate as a result, with ripe stone fruit flavors that taper off toward grapefruit on the finish. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,24,87,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2004-sauvignon-blanc-waipara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Pegasus Bay
14,Red,Australia,"It's not often that you find interesting wines, wines that have their own individual character, at this price. This red blend offers cool eucalyptus, earth and nutmeg aromas, and a palate rife with mixed berries. It's dry (if you want sweet fruit, look elsewhere) and has soft, easy tannins—a wine suited for easy quaffing as it is to some contemplation. Imported by Orientale Imports LLC.",,15,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Mad Fish 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-fish-2003-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2003,Mad Fish
12.5,White,New Zealand,"With production edging up past 300,000 cases, there should be plenty of this bargain-priced Sauvignon in the market. Understated herb and green pepper scents are complemented by passion fruit and citrus. Soft and easy, this is a good introduction to Marlborough Savvy. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Regional Collection,12,87,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 2005 Regional Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2005-regional-collection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Nobilo
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Combines hints of dried herbs and spice with superripe black cherry aromas. It's a soft, supple, easy-to-drink Pinot that relies heavily on ripe fruit to carry it rather than extra layers of depth or complexity. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",,23,87,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nautilus
,Red,US,"This is such a wonderful value. It's rich in cherry, blackberry and cocoa flavors, and perfectly dry. Lives up to Merlot's soft, approachable reputation, but there's real complexity. A dollop of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec adds depth and structure to this drinkable Merlot.",,11,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 2002 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2002-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Gallo of Sonoma
,White,US,"Made from three different appellations, this Chardonnay's cool-climate origins show in the citrusy acidity and rich, tropical fruit flavors that suggest guava and mango. There's also some toasty oak in this tasty wine.",Tres Appellations,18,87,California,North Coast,Anderson Valley-Sonoma County-Cole Ranch,Esterlina 2003 Tres Appellations Chardonnay (Anderson Valley-Sonoma County-Cole Ranch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-2003-tres-appellations-chardonnay-north-coast-anderson-valley-sonoma-county-cole-ranch/,Chardonnay,2003,Esterlina
14.5,Red,Australia,"Smells smoky sweet—like fruitcake, nut and barbecue smoke. On the palate, the wine is narrow, rather than round and mouthfilling, with fresh herb, plum and blackberry flavors dominating. It's a very good wine, but falls short of anything more. Imported by USA Wine West.",The Ashmead Family,30,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Elderton 2003 The Ashmead Family Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elderton-2003-ashmead-family-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2003,Elderton
,Red,US,"This year Byington blended in some Syrah with the Cabernet Sauvignon, to good effect. I wish the wine were crisper and better structured, but there's no denying the deliciousness factor. The black currant pudding, cherry pie and vanilla-sprinkled mocha flavors are irresistible.",Alliage,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Byington 2002 Alliage Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byington-2002-alliage-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2002,Byington
,Red,US,"Very clean, pure and elegant, this wine hails from one of the best vineyards in the appellation. It's savory in citrus, melon, figand spicy vanilla flavors, with a long, rich after-taste.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2004 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2004-purisima-mountain-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Brander
,Red,US,"Shows an awful lot of wood, with vanilla and coconut notes dominating the blackberry fruit. The chewy tannins are omnipresent, but they're soft and lasting on the finish, giving us hope that this will evolve in a positive direction.",Clone 6,130,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 2001 Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2001-clone-6-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Beaulieu Vineyard
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Green leafy notes combine with mouthwatering ripe apple and lime scents on the nose of this crisp, stylish Riesling. It's reasonably full-bodied at 12.5% alcohol but dry, finishing fresh and minerally.",Dry,17,87,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2004 Dry Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2004-dry-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2004,Kim Crawford
,Red,US,"You'll find true varietal character in this multi-county blend, with its clean black currant, plum, herb and gently oaked flavors. It's dry and balanced, an easy sipper that finishes with some polish and flair.",,17,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Guenoc 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Guenoc
,White,Australia,"Smells like honey and talc powder, and shows Viognier's typical floral quality most in the mouth. It has the straw/hay quality that I associate more with Semillon, and a  flourlike feel. Less weighty than you expect a Viognier to be, too, but shows how nice the variety can be when made with a lighter hand. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",,20,87,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 2004 Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-2004-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,2004,Heggies Vineyard
,Red,US,"Pretty and polished, this Merlot has well-ripened cherry, cocoa and blackberry flavors, with a nice swoosh of wintergreen. It's dry, with decent acids, and is quite balanced. Will make a good, versatile food wine.",Amour,38,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Williamson Wines 2002 Amour Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamson-wines-2002-amour-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2002,Williamson Wines
13,White,Australia,"Aromas are of apple turnover and minerals. Slim bodied and a little soft, but don't dismiss this Chard right off as simple: It has a tight, sour core with peach and oak flavors rounding it out in the mouth. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",,14,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chateau Reynella 2002 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynella-2002-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2002,Chateau Reynella
12.5,Red,Italy,"Earthy and leathery, with aromas and flavors of black olives and dried cherries. It's medium-bodied, with a chewy tannic structure that calls for rare beef at this stage of its development.",,22,87,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Mastroberardino 2003 Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2003-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2003,Mastroberardino
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"From a warmer subregion of Otago, but despite 14.5% alcohol, the wine doesn't show the heat at all, instead delivering tangy cherry flavors backed by cola, vanilla and citrus. Soft and creamy in feel, with a tangy finish. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.",Black Poplar Block,35,87,Central Otago,,,Pisa Range 2003 Black Poplar Block Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pisa-range-2003-black-poplar-block-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Pisa Range
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Light in color, but flavorful, boasting hints of cherry, mushroom and mint. Medium-bodied, with a supple mouthfeel and a lingering finish. A blend of fruit from Brightwater (Nelson) and Wairau (Marlborough). Imported by Quintessential LLC.",,17,87,South Island,,,Mount Riley 2004 Pinot Noir (South Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-riley-2004-pinot-noir-south-island/,Pinot Noir,2004,Mount Riley
,Red,New Zealand,"Doesn't have the richness, mouthfeel or intensity of the winery's 2002, but the vintage was more challenging. Crisp cherry fruit boasts hints of celery seed and a long, tart finish. Imported by Station Imports Inc.",,24,87,Central Otago,,,Nevis Bluff 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nevis-bluff-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nevis Bluff
,Red,US,"This Merlot straddles that interesting line between easy, everyday drinking and real complexity. It's dry and richly tannic, and is the sort of wine that won't win a blind tasting, but leaves you reaching for a third glass with that steak.",Grand Archer,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2001 Grand Archer Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2001-grand-archer-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2001,Arrowood
12.5,White,Australia,"A spare, austere, lemony sort of Sauvignon.It is almost unforgiving at first, but after a few sips, you get used to the style and begin to appreciate the minerally, chalky feel. A natural with white fish, or any rich sauces that beg to be cut with a laser-edged white. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.",Vineyard Select,19,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Angove's 2004 Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2004-vineyard-select-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Angove's
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Nicely done at an affordable price, this wine starts off a bit slow, with tea and cranberry aromas leading the way. But it deepens and darkens with air, developing cherry, plum and cola flavors and finishing with a hint of coffee. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",,20,87,Marlborough,,,Forrest Estate 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forrest-estate-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Forrest Estate
,Red,Australia,"This medium-weight Cabernet shows true to its terroir, with hints of mint or eucalyptus adding a medicinal edge to the bright cherry fruit. Fully dry, but soft and rounded on the finish.",,14,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Long Flat 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-flat-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Long Flat
13,Red,New Zealand,"Yet another well-priced offering from Marlborough, Lawson's Pinot is a plump, fruity wine framed by ample oak. Toasty and cedary on the nose, it finishes with some dry wood tannins. Give it another year to smooth out. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",,22,87,Marlborough,,,Lawson's Dry Hills 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawsons-dry-hills-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Lawson's Dry Hills
,Sparkling,France,"A full, creamy wine with a big mousse that fills the mouth. The fruit is more restrained, but the structure firm. This bottling was too young when tasted—another year of aging would have been an improvement. Imported by Laurent-Perrier.",L-P Brut,34,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV L-P Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-l-p-brut-champagne-49724/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
12,Sparkling,France,"The famous yellow label wine. This bottling contains mostly 2001-vintage base wine, and offers a round mouthfeel balanced by crisp acids and flavors of apple and citrus.",Brut,50,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-nv-brut-champagne-49349/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,White,US,"Drinks like a taste tapestry, with different flavors unfolding all the time. Lime, passion fruit, white peach, apricot, vanilla, and of course oodles of crushed Asian spices wash across the palate. The wine is totally dry, with high, vibrant acidity.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2004 Gewürztraminer (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2004-gewurztraminer-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Ventana
,White,US,"The entry on this single-vineyard Chard is strangely neutral. It's not until the middle palate that a blast of sweet, vanilla-y toasty oak hits, and also pear, mango and spice flavors. From then on, it's a satisfying wine, rich and elegant.",Saralee's Vineyard,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Saralee's Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-saralees-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
,White,US,"Very, very extracted, almost overwhelming in spearmint, fig and white pepper flavors, this wine leaves nothing to the imagination. It's big, but totally dry, and has a nice, clean brisk acidity.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sauvignon Republic 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvignon-republic-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Sauvignon Republic
13,Red,New Zealand,"Spicy and floral, with a light, silky mouthfeel and flavors of cranberries, cherries and hints of mushroom. This is a pretty style, best paired with chicken or salmon rather than heavier meats. Imported by Smart Imports Inc.",,18,87,Canterbury,,,Sandihurst 2004 Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandihurst-2004-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sandihurst
,Red,New Zealand,"Bigger and more fruit-driven than the delicately styled '02, but also less complex. Shows some slightly roasted cherry notes and hints of caramel on the finish. Drink now. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",,40,87,Central Otago,,,Carrick 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carrick-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Carrick
,Red,New Zealand,"A bit oaky on the nose, with cedar and toast notes that coast easily over hints of cola and cherry. Soft, silky and fruit-driven on the palate, yet the wine finishes on a savory note. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",,36,87,Omaka Valley,,,Terravin 2003 Pinot Noir (Omaka Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terravin-2003-pinot-noir-omaka-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Terravin
,Red,New Zealand,"A really pretty and elegant rendition of Pinot Noir, with supple tannins and soft dustings of herbs and spice atop ripe cherry fruit. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Rapaura Series,19,87,Marlborough,,,Stoneleigh 2003 Rapaura Series Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoneleigh-2003-rapaura-series-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Stoneleigh
14,Red,New Zealand,"Savory meat and mushroom scents lead the way, followed by a lovely silky texture that caresses the palate. Has some very positive attributes, but doesn't seem to have the same  intensity of fruit character that marked this estate's great 2001. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,40,87,Martinborough,,,Voss 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Voss
14,White,Australia,"Smells spicy and tropical, like something that you would want to drink on a beach vacation. The palate deals pineapple and coconut flavors, and good acidity. (Disclaimer: This review makes this wine sound sweeter and simpler than it actually is, but that's because I can't play steel-drum music in the background, and throw some sand between your toes.) Imported by Epic Wines.",,15,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Indis 2004 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indis-2004-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2004,Indis
,Red,New Zealand,"Mineral dust scents accent ripe cherries in this medium-bodied offering from American Gary Andrus. Smooth and well structured on the midpalate, turning spicy and briary on the finish. Imported by Gypsy Dancer Estates.",,40,87,Central Otago,,,Gypsy Dancer 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gypsy-dancer-2004-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Gypsy Dancer
,White,US,"One of the first wines from De Loach after the Boisset takeover, this dry Gewürz is a good portent for the future. It's ultraclean and crisp, with very deep and satisfying flavors of Asian spices, peaches, litchi and citrus.",Early Harvest,14,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2004 Early Harvest Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2004-early-harvest-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2004,De Loach
,Red,Italy,"Fresh and cheery, this cranberry-, cherry- and spice-scented wine is relatively light in body but long on flavor, with hints of anise, mineral and pepper that linger on the finish. It's 100% Piedirosso, aged in large barrels for six months before release.",,22,87,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 2004 Red (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2004-red-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Red Blend,2004,Mastroberardino
,Red,New Zealand,"A rather delicate style, with bits of smoke, dried herbs and spice accenting cherry fruit. Light-bodied, but with pretty aromatics and good flavor intensity. Drink now–2008. Imported by DC Imports LLC.",,27,87,Waipara,,,Mount Cass 2003 Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-cass-2003-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2003,Mount Cass
,Sparkling,France,"A pretty salmon-pink-colored wine, which is soft and dominated by easy flavors of pink grapefruit and crisp acidity. This is fresh, and fine as an apéritif. Imported by Grape Expectations of Georgia.",Brut Rosé,46,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-brut-rose-champagne-49778/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru
13,White,Australia,"This is a dry, tasty wine, but a very wiry, puckery style of Riesling—meaning, if you don't like your Rieslings tart, you may have some difficulty here. Its a very good wine (full of citrus and cilantro, with a minerally, stony, bony quality) but not a giving one. Will probably show its best with seafood or salads. Imported by Aussie Imports.",Watervale,20,87,South Australia,South Australia,,3 Hills High 2005 Watervale Riesling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-hills-high-2005-watervale-riesling-south/,Riesling,2005,3 Hills High
,White,US,"Here's a full-flavored Chardonnay in which toasty oak plays side by side with big, lush tropical fruit flavors to give plenty of mouth satisfaction. There's a vanilla custard and tapioca spice flavor on the finish that's especially rich.",,19,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2004 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2004-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Andretti
,Red,US,"With one-third each of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot, this wine hits many high notes, including the delicate, elegant fruity-oaky balance, soft, rich tannins and just-right oak. On the minus side, it's too soft. It lacks that vivacity and structure that a great wine requires.",Terzetto,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2002 Terzetto Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2002-terzetto-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Volker Eisele Family Estate
12,Sparkling,France,"The dosage level is 45g/l, which makes this wine a bit sweet, but not cloying. Toast and candied citron aromas and some honeyed apple and lemon flavors. Decanting reduces the apparent acidity, thereby raising the perception of sweetness.",Demi-Sec,50,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin NV Demi-Sec  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-nv-demi-sec-champagne-49346/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Red,US,"Soft, gentle and beguiling in its texture, this Cab has a silk-and-velvet mouthfeel. The flavors are very ripe, all cherries and blackberries and milk chocolate. In fact, the wine seems a little too soft for ageability, so drink up now.",Reserve,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Whitehall Lane
,White,US,"Has the most delectable fragrance of white peaches and vanilla. In the mouth, the peach flavors are joined by powerful kiwi and pineapple. For all the fruit, the wine is dry, crisp and balanced.",Valley Oaks,9,87,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Valley Oaks Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-valley-oaks-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Fetzer
,Red,New Zealand,"Starts off a bit herbal or hay-like on the nose, but gradually develops in the glass to reveal ripe cherry scents. Supple; less dense and powerful than the 2002, but still a very pretty wine. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",,30,87,Central Otago,,,Quartz Reef 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartz-reef-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Quartz Reef
,Red,US,"Displays classic cool climate character in the stimulating acids and brisk tannins. Is it a cellarworthy wine? Probably not. There's blackberry and cherry fruit, but this dry, elegant wine isn't built for the long haul.",,29,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Merry Edwards 2003 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Merry Edwards
,Sparkling,France,"A very soft, creamy rosé that has yeast and toast characters. It is less dry than some, but it does show some acidity to finish. A pleasant wine, with easy fruit. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Brut Impérial Rosé,40,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV Brut Impérial Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-brut-imperial-rose-champagne-49779/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
,Red,US,"From this appellation in the southwest corner of Russian River Valley comes this big, dark, extracted, jammy, almost Rhône-style wine. It's super-fruity in black cherry and oak flavors, but so full-bodied, you almost wonder if it is Pinot Noir. Still, it's a very nice, well-balanced wine.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Orogeny 2003 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orogeny-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Orogeny
12.5,Red,Australia,"One of the better inexpensive Oz Merlots I've had lately. This wine offers spicy, fireplace-smoke aromas and cool-cherry undertones on the palate. It doesn't hit you over the head with tannins and it's not one for the cellar, but it's a good wine, and light enough, even, to enjoy with lunch. Imported by Guardian of the Grape Imports.",(Southern Highlands) GI,13,87,Australia Other,Australia,,Cuttaway Hill Estate 2003 (Southern Highlands) GI Merlot (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuttaway-hill-estate-2003-southern-highlands-gi-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Cuttaway Hill Estate
13,Red,New Zealand,"From a region of New Zealand better known for its Bordeaux varieties and gaining a growing reputation for Syrah, this Pinot delivers smoky, charred scents, meaty, plum and black cherry flavors and a finish that's surprisingly firm given the softness of the mouthfeel. Imported by Davies & Co.",High Country,30,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Trinity Hill 2003 High Country Pinot Noir (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-hill-2003-high-country-pinot-noir-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Noir,2003,Trinity Hill
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Starts with bold aromas and flavors of cola, caramel and roasted fruit. Creamy-smooth tannins combined with low acidity give this wine a lush mouthfeel, but it's less vibrant and spicy than the still-delicious and gracefully aging 2002. Drink now–2010. Imported by Smart Imports Inc.",,30,87,Central Otago,,,Rockburn 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockburn-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rockburn
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Kicks off with scents of caramel, chocolate and cola, but they're all backed by some pretty cherry fruit. Lightweight and silky on the palate, easy to drink without seeming dumbed down. A good value in Marlborough Pinot Noir. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,20,87,Marlborough,,,Seven Terraces 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-terraces-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Seven Terraces
,Rose,US,"You can smell the cherries in this Syrah and Grenache blend as soon as you pop the cork. Vibrant in red cherry, strawberry, raspberry, rose petal and vanilla flavors, it's bone dry and crisp. This blush wine shows real class.",Rosé de Saignee,22,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Marilyn Remark 2004 Rosé de Saignee Rosé (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-remark-2004-rose-saignee-central-coast-monterey-county/,Rosé,2004,Marilyn Remark
,Red,New Zealand,"Racy and fresh, with crisply acidic red-berry fruit and grace notes of green herbs. Quaffable, and worth considering as a Bourgeuil stand-in. Imported by 3 Ladies Spirits.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Sunshine Bay 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunshine-bay-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Sunshine Bay
13.4,Red,New Zealand,"Smoky and complex, with herb, earth and mixed berry aromas setting the stage for a supple mouthfeel and pleasant red-berry and earth flavors. Finishes a little short, but pretty good stuff overall. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",,30,87,Nelson,,,Rimu Grove 2003 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rimu-grove-2003-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2003,Rimu Grove
12.5,White,Australia,"Has a little candle wax and citrus on the nose. The mouthfeel has a citrusy kick, but relies on its smooth, minerally feel. Offers lemon and lime flavors, but its understated, for sure. Imported by Orientale Imports LLC.",,15,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Mad Fish 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-fish-2004-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Mad Fish
,Sparkling,France,"Some yeasty aromas lead to a young-tasting, fresh wine, dominated by pure floral notes and crisp acidity. A great apéritif wine. Imported by Cellar Door Selections.",Brut Sélection,30,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier NV Brut Sélection  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-nv-brut-selection-champagne-49765/,Champagne Blend,,Pannier
,Sparkling,France,"An attractive, salmon-pink-colored wine, which has flavors of ripe strawberries and a touch of caramel. The acidity is relatively light, and the impression is of a ripe wine. Imported by Cellar Door Selections.",Brut Rosé,40,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-nv-brut-rose-champagne-49774/,Champagne Blend,,Pannier
12,White,New Zealand,"Bold peach and apricot notes on the nose, with only a trace of herbaceousness. Plump and medium-weight on the palate, with more stone fruit flavors that finish a trifle short. Drink now. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",,19,87,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2004-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Palliser Estate
,Red,Australia,"Derived from Grant Burge's own Barossa plantings, this soft, enveloping wine boasts expressive black cherry and plum flavors and a subtle hit of vanilla. Not hugely complex, but satisfying.",,14,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Long Flat 2004 Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-flat-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2004,Long Flat
13,Red,New Zealand,"Seems a bit tight and sinewy, with dried spices and black cherries at the fore. Earth, sous bois and chocolate provide the underpinnings, while crisp cranberry notes emerge on the finish. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,40,87,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 2003 Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2003-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2003,Pegasus Bay
,Red,US,"There's lots of rich, ripe cherry flavor in this dry wine, as well as lingering notes of vanilla, cinnamon and milk chocolate. It goes down easy for the soft, creamy texture and gentle tannins.",,45,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Marilyn Remark 2003 Grenache (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-remark-2003-grenache-central-coast-monterey-county/,Grenache,2003,Marilyn Remark
,Red,New Zealand,"Relatively light in color, but very nicely perfumed and floral on the nose. Flavors are a bit simpler, focusing on cherries and vanilla. This soft, easy-drinking wine would make a fine accompaniment to delicate salmon dishes. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",,18,87,Marlborough,,,Hunter's 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunters-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Hunter's
13.5,White,Australia,"An unwooded Chardonnay for people who say they prefer Sauvignon Blanc; this one offers crisp green apple and citrus aromas, with green apple joining pineapple flavors on the palate. Medium weight, balanced, refreshing.  60,000 cases produced. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",Underground Series Unwooded,11,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Evans & Tate 2004 Underground Series Unwooded Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2004-underground-series-unwooded-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2004,Evans & Tate
,Red,New Zealand,"While only light ruby in color, this wine doesn't lack for flavor, showing plenty of ripe cherry fruit. It's a bit simple, but it offers a pleasingly silky mouthful of Pinot Noir. Seems like a perfect match for salmon. Imported by Brennans.",Twin Vineyards,18,87,Waipara,,,Daniel Schuster 2004 Twin Vineyards Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-schuster-2004-twin-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2004,Daniel Schuster
,White,US,"Here's a big, extravagant, unctuous Chard that leaves little to the imagination. Everything's oversized and upfront: the massive tropical fruit and spice flavors, the toasty, caramelized oak, the creamy, leesy texture, the finish. It's flashy, but seems to pall after a few sips.",ATS,50,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2002 ATS Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2002-ats-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2002,Cuvaison
,Red,US,"I like this wine for its voluptuousness, its creamy mouthfeel, and the long, pure flavors of cherries, chocolate and coffee. It's dry, elegant and completely balanced, the kind of Merlot people have in mind when they talk about “the soft Cabernet.”",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,Red,Australia,"This is not a Pinot you'd ever mistake for an Old World version—its palate is brimming with plums, berries and noticeable wood, but it still retains some recognizable varietal character. Soft, dusty tannins give it a good feel. The nose, though, is trail-mix central: granola, dried fruit, dates. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",Reserve,36,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Yering Station
,Red,US,"You immediately pick up on the cool-climate origins of this wine. It's all rhubarb and cola, an impression confirmed with the first taste. Acidity stars here, but there are riper flavors of black cherries. Rich tannins, too. The wine is totally dry. It hasn't come together yet. Try aging until 2007.",Cuyama River,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Taz 2003 Cuyama River Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2003-cuyama-river-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Taz
14,Red,New Zealand,"Features hints of herb and pepper on the nose, but this wine is mostly about the fruit—ripe black cherries, soft tannins and a round, inviting mouthfeel. Picks up hints of vanilla on the silky finish. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,38,88,Central Otago,,,Peregrine 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peregrine-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Peregrine
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Bursting with ripe tropical flavors, lush and fruity. There's just a hint of green herb—enough so that you know it's Sauvignon Blanc—but the emphasis here is on forward fruit. Finishes with crisp acids and more and more fruit. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,12,88,Marlborough,,,Matua Valley 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2005-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Matua Valley
,Sparkling,France,"Yeasty aromas set the scene for a wine that is fresh, crisp and not long in bottle. It is an attractive Champagne, and its grapefruit and lime flavors are refreshing. Pre-dinner drinks would be a good moment for this wine. Imported by Grape Expectations of Georgia.",Extra Brut,43,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru
,Sparkling,France,"The cooperative that makes Nicolas Feuillatte is doing good things with this brand. This Réserve Particulière is elegantly made, with fine white fruit flavors along with a touch of toast. It is light, poised and makes a good apéritif. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Réserve Particulière Brut,28,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Réserve Particulière Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-reserve-particuliere-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
12,Sparkling,France,"Light and delicate, this is a blanc de blancs worthy of the name. Toasty and biscuity on the nose, with flavors of citrus, green apple and chalk dust. Imported by Hand Picked Selections.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,41,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Jean Laurent NV Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-laurent-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jean Laurent
15,Red,Australia,"This is a crisp, focused Shiraz—not a killer in terms of richness or size, which is part of its draw (particularly if you're looking for something to drink with dinner). It has cool wintergreen and gingerbread aromas, and black cherry fruit on the palate. Finishes off with mint and tobacco flavors. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",Director's Cut,24,88,South Australia,Langhorne Creek-Limestone Coast,,Heartland 2003 Director's Cut Shiraz (Langhorne Creek-Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heartland-2003-directors-cut-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,2003,Heartland
,Red,New Zealand,"Just after bottling, but this seems to have recovered from that shock nicely, with lush cherry-berry fruit that picks up some darker earth and cola notes that extend through the finish. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",,36,88,Marlborough,,,Wither Hills 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wither-hills-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Wither Hills
,White,US,"This Sauvignon is very New Zealandy in gooseberry, green grass, alfalfa and citrus fruit. It's also totally dry, with good, crisp acids. It has a complex, layered creaminess that lifts it above the ordinary.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,White Oak
,Red,New Zealand,"Brancott's top-of-line Pinot boasts a sappy, creamy texture, combining herbal notes with bright cherry fruit, then adding cola and plum bass notes. It's an approachable, drink-now style, one that ends with a food-friendly, crisp finish. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Terraces Estate,25,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2003 Terraces Estate Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2003-terraces-estate-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Brancott
14,White,New Zealand,"Toasty on the nose, but not as rich or opulently fruity as some previous vintages. Instead, it's a leaner style, with tart, grapefruity flavors that finish long and intense. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,35,88,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 2004 Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2004-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2004,Pegasus Bay
,White,Italy,"From the grape variety known as Coda di Volpe (“fox's tail”), this is a fresh, flowery white loaded with apple, pineapple and mineral flavors. Ends with spice and mineral notes. Drink now.",Bianco,19,88,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 2004 Bianco White (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2004-bianco-white-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,White Blend,2004,Mastroberardino
,Sparkling,France,"A rich, full-bodied style of wine, which has some caramel flavors as well as white peach flavors. Jacquart is a great value brand from one of the big cooperatives, and this style is immediately attractive and easy. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Brut Mosaïque,35,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart NV Brut Mosaïque  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-nv-brut-mosaique-champagne-49721/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquart
,Sparkling,France,"A full, creamy Champagne that has ripe fruits and dry but rich character that lends itself ideally to food, even to meat dishes. This is a wine with weight and some intense fruity power. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Brut Rosé,70,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-brut-rose-champagne-49783/,Champagne Blend,,Ruinart
13,Red,New Zealand,"Intriguingly complex aromas of plum, herb and game don't quite follow through on the palate, where the fruit becomes more dominant, delivering superripe blackberry flavors. Mouthfeel is round and soft but not unstructured; drink now or hold 2–3 years. Imported by Kobrand.",Te Muna Road Vineyard,40,88,Martinborough,,,Craggy Range 2003 Te Muna Road Vineyard Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2003-te-muna-road-vineyard-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Craggy Range
,Sparkling,France,"One of a number of brands owned by the Union Champagne cooperative, this Champagne is an easy drinking wine, with good acidity and attractive freshness. It is not a wine for bottle aging, but its good price makes it a great buy. Imported by De Saint Gall.",Premier Cru Brut,35,88,Champagne,Champagne,,De Saint Gall NV Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gall-nv-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Saint Gall
,Red,New Zealand,"Boasts an alluring bouquet of tea, jasmine and other other floral notes, then adds ample ripe cherry flavors on the palate. Not deep or rich enough to merit an Excellent rating, but a pretty, relatively lightweight wine for early drinking.",Old River Terrace,,88,Wairarapa,,,Wycroft 2003 Old River Terrace Pinot Noir (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wycroft-2003-old-river-terrace-pinot-noir-wairarapa/,Pinot Noir,2003,Wycroft
13.5,White,Australia,"Tight, cool and feminine, this Shiraz shows some of its region's best hallmarks: eucalytpus, black pepper and solid plum and blackberry fruit. Smooth and minerally on the palate, with a black-peppery finish. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Eagle Bay,28,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Wise 2002 Eagle Bay Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-2002-eagle-bay-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2002,Wise
,Red,US,"This is a big, ripe wine, and fairly tannic too, although the tannins are soft, ripe and sweet. Where N&N's Dragonfly bottling from St. Helena is all immediate gratification, this is more firmly structured, less flashy. But it's soft in acidity, and not a candidate for aging. Drink now and through 2006.",John C. Sullenger Vineyard,75,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2002 John C. Sullenger Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2002-john-c-sullenger-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Nickel & Nickel
,Red,New Zealand,"Lush and supple, boasting ample cherry and vanilla aromas and flavors. It's easily approachable, yet still shows decent complexity in a slightly herbal-briary nuance. The “G” stands for gravel, which in this vintage produced a less powerful wine than the “C” (clay) bottling.",G,,88,Martinborough,,,Kusuda 2003 G Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kusuda-2003-g-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Kusuda
14.5,Red,Australia,"Medium-sized, with deep, fruitcake and stewed berry aromas. The same notes follow through on the palate, which is dominated by cassis but puckers up with tight plum fruit on the finish. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",,24,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Schild Estate 2002 Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2002,Schild Estate
,White,Australia,"Has a pineapple-pear fruity aroma that, with air, takes on a toasted-nut note. The same pleasant notes hang on through the palate and finish. Enjoyable in its understatement, with a smooth, stony-minerally feel. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",,20,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 2004 Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-2004-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Heggies Vineyard
,White,US,"What a refreshing wine. It's a little sweetish in lemon and lime Lifesaver flavors, but crisp and clean in balancing acidity. Turns rich in vanilla and peppery spice on the finish, with a reprise of the ripe citrus fruit.",,19,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Cuvaison
,Red,US,"A Santa Ynez Cabernet character has slowly been emerging, and this wine showcases it. This is a soft, dry wine, with an edge of green herbs and sweet peas framing red cherry and cassis flavors.",Bouchet,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2003 Bouchet Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2003-bouchet-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Brander
,White,US,"There's an elegant balance to this wine, a mellowness that's partly due to its age, and partly to the winemaking talents of Dick Arrowood. Belies its price with real richness of fruit, oak, cream, acids and lees that impress.",Grand Archer,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2002 Grand Archer Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2002-grand-archer-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2002,Arrowood
13.9,Red,New Zealand,"There's a bit of wood shavings and toast on the nose, but also plenty of ripe black cherries to balance out the new oak. Flavors turn redder—more toward Maraschino cherry—and a bit candied, but this is still a satisfying mouthful of New World Pinot. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,30,88,Central Otago,,,Amisfield 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amisfield-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Amisfield
,Sparkling,France,"A very lean, dry style that focuses on its acidity and green fruits. This makes it a style that needs good bottle aging—the sample tasted was too young. But for those who like dry, crisp Champagnes, this is beautifully made. Imported by Domaine Select Wine Estates.",Brut,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Alfred Gratien NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfred-gratien-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Alfred Gratien
,Red,New Zealand,"Nicely complex on the nose, with cola, clove and caramel accenting bright cranberry aromas. Ripe cherries pick up hints of beets and caramel on the finish. Sturdy and well-oaked. Imported by Adventures in Wine.",,40,88,Central Otago,,,Akarua 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/akarua-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Akarua
13.9,Red,New Zealand,"Very cleanly made and modern in style, with pure cherry flavors accented by vanilla and dried spices from new oak. This is a creamy, medium-bodied wine that isn't Burgundian by any measure, but represents textbook New World Pinot Noir. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,32,88,Central Otago,,,Amisfield 2004 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amisfield-2004-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Amisfield
,White,US,"Here's a soft, full-bodied Chardonnay that has a distinct tang of minerality to it. It's also rich in green apple and white peach flavors, with a coat of toasty oak and a lingering trace of dried herbs on the finish.",,30,88,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2003 Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2003,Chalone Vineyard
,White,US,"Lemony and grassy, this very dry, tart wine is refreshing and zesty. Sur lie aging has given it body and structure, while a good proportion of new oak gives complex notes of smoke and vanilla. Totally dry.",Estate,25,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2003 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2003-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Chalk Hill
14,Red,Australia,"An okay vintage of a typically better wine. The wine is dominated by a nutty, amaretto or liqueurish note, with tangy oak on the finish. There's firm plum fruit and a piquant sweet-tartness that grabs on midpalate, though, that's quite nice. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Padthaway Reserve,40,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Greg Norman Estates 2000 Padthaway Reserve Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-2000-padthaway-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Greg Norman Estates
,Red,US,"Somebody picked early, to judge from the slightly green, peppercorn notes. But in a way that adds to the complexity, and makes the wine different. It's not a fruit bomb, it's a coffee, herb and blackberry-flavored dry Merlot with structural integrity.",Reserve,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frei Brothers 2003 Reserve Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2003-reserve-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2003,Frei Brothers
,White,US,"Winemaker bells and whistles, such as smoky oak and creamy lees, star in this earthy wine, which has been re-released after two years. It doesn't seem at all old. There's enough peach and apple flavor to make it balanced.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Montona 2002 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montona-2002-chardonnay-napa-valley-46972/,Chardonnay,2002,Montona
,Red,New Zealand,"Kicks off with lovely herbal, floral and spice elements, creating an intriguing bouquet, then adds bass notes of flavor—cherries and chocolate. Finishes well, picking up hints of cola. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",Jackson Barry,33,88,Central Otago,,,Olssens 2004 Jackson Barry Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olssens-2004-jackson-barry-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Olssens
12.7,White,Australia,"Smells very nice, just lightly floral and minerally. Starts on the palate with a surge of white peach and citrus, then it lets up midpalate, and comes back for a rousing finish. I really liked this Riesling; without that intensity interruption in the middle, its score would have reached the next decile. Imported by Aussie Imports.",,29,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Ranfurlys Way 2005 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ranfurlys-way-2005-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2005,Ranfurlys Way
,White,US,"From one of the state's coolest growing areas comes this acid-filled, streamlined Chard. The flavors are of lime and tropical fruit, with a bracing streak of minerality. This balanced wine will be great with shellfish.",Estate,15,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2003 Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2003-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Rancho Arroyo Grande
,Red,US,"Made from all five major varieties, this Napa blend seems built for early drinking; the soft finish does not suggest ageability. At the same time, it's quite pleasant and complex now, with well-developed flavors and a classic mouthfeel.",Anthology,54,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2001 Anthology Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2001-anthology-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Conn Creek
12.5,White,Australia,"This is a very enjoyable Sauvignon, with a zesty profile that is green, but not in the typically limey, Kiwi-inspired way. Here you'll find pleasant aromas of fresh, leafy greens (lettuce, and even some mint) and flavors that reminded me of key lime or lemon meringue pie—citrusy, yes, but certainly not sour. A chalky, dusty feel completes the picture. 2,000 cases produced. Imported by Clos Du Val Wine.",,16,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2004-sauvignon-blanc-victoria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Taltarni
,White,US,"Peaches and cream, buttered toast, a squeeze of vanilla and a dusting of cinnamon pretty much describes this tasty Chard. It has extra layers of complexity in the balance and long finish.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Kenwood
,White,US,"Very forward in ripe tangerine, peaches and cream, Key lime pie and Asian spices, this pretty Chard also has a coat of smoky oak. Those fruity flavors last through a long, rich finish.",,21,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 2003 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Sanford
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Stays true to Villa's track record of building big-fruit, softly tannic Pinots. Herb and black cherry aromas and flavors finish on a crisp note. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Cellar Selection,28,88,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2003 Cellar Selection Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2003-cellar-selection-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Villa Maria
,Red,New Zealand,"Lovely Pinot aromas, with layers of flowers and herbs atop black cherry. Smooth, supple fruit, but not superficial, as there's also a deeper core of earth and chocolate. Velvety on the finish. Drink now–2010. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",Hillside Selection,59,88,Omaka Valley,,,Terravin 2003 Hillside Selection Pinot Noir (Omaka Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terravin-2003-hillside-selection-pinot-noir-omaka-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Terravin
,Red,New Zealand,"Like the regular 2003 bottling, there's a slightly herbal or hay-like note on the nose of this wine, but also floral hints and bright cherry aromas. Lacks the depth and drama of the superb 2002, but still a nice wine. Finishes with some dry ng tannins, so hold a couple of years before opening. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",Bendigo Estate Vineyard,,88,Central Otago,,,Quartz Reef 2003 Bendigo Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartz-reef-2003-bendigo-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Quartz Reef
,Red,US,"From highlands vineyards in Napa's Chiles Valley, this is a young, tough Cab. It has some dry, numbing tannins. Still, there's a heart of blackberry and currant fruit, and good acidity. Try cellaring for a couple years to soften.",,38,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Volker Eisele Family Estate
,Red,US,"I think of this as a softer Rhône equivalent of the Zinfandel-based field blend. With Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Cinsault, there's a spicy, herbal garrigue flavor to the cherry and red raspberry fruit. Crisp acidity and fine, rich tannins make it balanced and appealing and even complex.",Z Cuvee,15,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2002 Z Cuvee Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2002-z-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Zaca Mesa
,Red,US,"This single-vineyard wine showcases the ripeness and smoothness of Amador Zin at its best. It has briary, wild berry flavors, with a roasted coffee and chocolate finish. It's a rustic wine, which is a huge part of its appeal.",Clockspring Vineyard Old Vines,20,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Z-52 2003 Clockspring Vineyard Old Vines Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/z-52-2003-clockspring-vineyard-old-vines-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Z-52
,Red,New Zealand,"A much better value than the more complex Target Gully bottling, this Bannockburn Pinot offers up dark chocolate and cola flavors, blended with treebark and plum. Dark, earthy notes are borne on a plump, medium-bodied mouthfeel that maintains decent structure. Drink or hold through 2010. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",,30,88,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Mt. Difficulty
,Red,New Zealand,"For Peg Bay's high-end bottling, this is a bit of a disappointment. It offers dried spices and cherries on the nose, then adds sour cherry flavors on the palate. With time, darker cherry flavors emerge, showing a slight element of sur-maturité. It's medium-bodied, with some firm tannins still in evidence. Hold through 2008 and hope for improvement. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",Prima Donna,74,88,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 2003 Prima Donna Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2003-prima-donna-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2003,Pegasus Bay
,Red,US,"This Zin is very similar to Peachy Canyon's Especial Zin, with aromas suggesting thyme, sage and spicy white pepper, and rich flavors of wild dark berries and chocolate. But it's more balanced and harmonious. A nice example of Paso Robles Zinfandel.",Mustang Springs Ranch,26,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Mustang Springs Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-mustang-springs-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Peachy Canyon
,Sparkling,France,"A 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, this is a full-bodied wine, with layers of toast and some good maturity. It has good nutty flavors, as well as white fruits, some bitter orange and a balanced, soft aftertaste. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Brut de Nominée,65,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart NV Brut de Nominée  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-nv-brut-de-nominee-champagne-49741/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquart
,Red,US,"For a winery known for Cabernet, Merlot and Chardonnay, this Pinot is sur- prisingly good. It's rich in cherry, coffee, unsweetened chocolate and spice flavors, wrapped in a silky but full-bodied texture. Try with rosemary-grilled lamb chops.",,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2004 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2004-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Andretti
13,Red,New Zealand,"Starts with a dusty, savory, spicy bouquet, then unfurls ripe black cherry flavors on the palate. Shows some slightly animale and sous-bois notes on the finish. Firmly structured, this should age well for the next five years or so. Imported by Meadowbank Estates.",,45,88,Martinborough,,,Escarpment 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escarpment-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Escarpment
,Red,New Zealand,"This wine's bouquet, redolent of roses and ripe cherries, immediately grabs your attention. Yet it's not a heavyweight, playing off faintly herbal notes and a silky-smooth mouthfeel instead of raw power. Nicely balanced.",,,89,Martinborough,,,Te Hera 2004 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-hera-2004-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Te Hera
,Red,New Zealand,"Earthy and mushroomy, with lots of dried spice and cola notes layered over ripe black cherries. Reasonably full-bodied and weighty, yet balanced. Shows that big companies (Selaks is part of Constellation) can make good Pinot.",Founders Reserve,,89,Marlborough,,,Selaks 2002 Founders Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-2002-founders-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2002,Selaks
,Red,New Zealand,"Richer and more concentrated than Seifried's regular Pinot, with bold black cherry and cola flavors that linger on the finish, adding hints of vanilla and spice. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",Winemakers Collection,35,89,Nelson,,,Seifried 2004 Winemakers Collection Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2004-winemakers-collection-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2004,Seifried
,Red,New Zealand,"Amply oaked, but it works well in the context of this wine, adding hints of bacon and wood dust to the lovely rose petal and cherry aromas. Medium-bodied, with silky tannins on the finish that add just enough structure for balance.",Reserve,,89,Martinborough,,,Vynfields 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vynfields-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Vynfields
,Sparkling,France,"Mumm's flagship Champagne is hugely improved. There is richness, flavors of white peaches and orange peel and just a touch of softness balanced by good structure. This is a fine wine that today holds its own with its competitors. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Cordon Rouge Brut,43,89,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Cordon Rouge Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-cordon-rouge-brut-champagne-49709/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
,Sparkling,France,"A pale rose color sets the scene for great flavors of wild strawberries and red currants. This a light, fresh, crisp rosé, which has poised acidity at the end. Very attractive. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Brut Rosé,70,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Delamotte
,Red,New Zealand,"Restrained floral aromas (violets) mark the nose, then this wine adds lush black cherry flavors allied to wiry strength. Silky, then builds to a richer, briary finish. Nicely balanced. Imported by Brennans.",,27,89,Waipara,,,Daniel Schuster 2003 Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-schuster-2003-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2003,Daniel Schuster
,Red,US,"There seems to be a great deal of new oak here, to judge by the fresh, strong aromas of vanilla, cedar and smoky char, but those scents mesh well with the cassis, mocha, peat and anise that come from fruit. There's also a leathery thing going on, a little sweaty, but it adds a spicy complexity.",Estate,43,89,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2001 Estate Merlot (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2001-estate-merlot-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Merlot,2001,Chalk Hill
14.7,Red,US,"The vineyard is on the border of Sonoma Valley and Carneros, and this complex Cab shows signs of warm and cool influences. The fruit is rich in cassis, currant and cocoa, but there's a firm tannin and acid structure that gives balance. It's not an ager, so drink now.",Rhinefarm Vineyard,32,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2002 Rhinefarm Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2002-rhinefarm-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Gundlach Bundschu
,Red,US,"I like this wine for its appealing softness and overall lusciousness. It's Paso at its red-wine best, showing cherry and cassis flavors balanced by a rich earthiness. It's totally dry, but so sweet in fruit, it's irresistible. Super value.",,10,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grayson 2004 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2004-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2004,Grayson
,Sparkling,France,"Almost bone dry, this Champagne can be difficult to appreciate, layered with acidity and green fruit. But get beneath its dryness and the fruit is surprisingly ripe, with pink grapefruit flavors. This is a wine that demands bottle aging to soften the acidity, so an indication of disgorgement would be helpful. Imported by Laurent-Perrier.",Ultra Brut Nature,49,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Ultra Brut Nature  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-ultra-brut-nature-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,Sparkling,France,"This is a soft style of wine, quite full, with fresh, crisp layers. It has some bottle age, but also some good, pure fruit characters. Elegant and light, which makes this a good apéritif choice.",Cuvée Royale Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Joseph Perrier NV Cuvée Royale Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-perrier-nv-cuvee-royale-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Joseph Perrier
13,Red,US,"A lovely Cab. Although it's got some richly dry tannins, it's soft and melted enough to drink now. The flavors of black currants, cassis and cocoa harmonize perfectly with finely toasted oak.",Lone Canyon Vineyard,65,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ladera 2001 Lone Canyon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ladera-2001-lone-canyon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Ladera
14,White,Australia,"Yum. The best of the Wise Chardonnays I tried, this bottling offers apple and pear aromas, and pear and mineral flavors. Very light in color, with only a hint of toast coming through on the finish. Dry, with good acidity. 500 cases produced. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Reserve,35,89,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Wise 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-2003-reserve-chardonnay-pemberton/,Chardonnay,2003,Wise
,Red,US,"With three-quarters Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance Syrah, this Cali-Rhône blend sure is a good wine. It's very dry, with rich, dusty tannins, and while there's good cherry and blackberry fruit, there's also a balance of herbs and sweet leather for complexity.",Reserve Dulcet,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2002 Reserve Dulcet Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2002-reserve-dulcet-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Rose,US,"This is a Beaujolais-like California rosé. It's light in body, aromatic, clean and zippy in acids and fruity, with raspberry, strawberry, vanilla cream and nutmeg flavors. Chill it and then watch how it changes as it warms up on the table.",Rosé of Cabernet Franc,21,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2004 Rosé of Cabernet Franc Cabernet Franc (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2004-rose-cabernet-franc-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Franc,2004,Chimney Rock
,Sparkling,France,"Biscuit aromas are a good starter for this bone-dry Champagne, which works because of bottle aging. It is crisp, full of biscuit tastes with some green fruits. It also has a tannic structure; piercingly dry overall. Imported by De Saint Gall.",Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut,65,89,Champagne,Champagne,,De Saint Gall NV Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gall-nv-grand-cru-blanc-blancs-extra-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,De Saint Gall
,Red,US,"This is a wine that need some age. Not a lot, but a few years for the edges to soften. It has some tannins and youthful acids, and an oaky veneer, that haven't integrated yet with the cherry and coffee fruit. A good sleep in a good cellar through 2007 or 2008 will do wonders.",Windsor Gardens,57,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2003 Windsor Gardens Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2003-windsor-gardens-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Merry Edwards
14,Red,New Zealand,"Made from young vines, this wine nonetheless boasts a fantastically perfumed nose of flowers, cherries and spice. On the palate, there's tea and Asian spices, followed by waves of lush cherries. Could use more length to the finish, but lovely. Imported by Epic Wines.",,46,89,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2003 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2003-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2003,Neudorf
,Sparkling,France,"In an attempt to lighten the image of Champagne, Pommery has gone for a light style of wine and an equally light name, which harks back to the 1930s description of Champagne. Luckily, it is not all marketing, and the wine is good, with some bottle age, along with a poise and charm, which certainly works. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Pop,11,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Pop  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-pop-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery
,White,US,"This first vintage of Calcaire made from Russian River Valley shows a hands-on wine much like when it hailed from Alexander Valley. Still the same heavy oak, with rich lemondrop and tropical fruit flavors. And still very tasty and drinkable.",Calcaire,22,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Clos du Bois 2003 Calcaire Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2003-calcaire-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Clos du Bois
,Red,US,"This Cab-Syrah blend, from a winery that's worked very hard on its reds over the years, is rewarding for its big, upfront surge of blackberry, cherry and cocoa flavors that last through a long, spicy finish. It's balanced in alcohol, and dry.",Destiny Vineyards Duet,32,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2001 Destiny Vineyards Duet Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2001-destiny-duet-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2001,Hunt Cellars
,Red,US,"Soft and lush in texture, with cedar- and vanilla-scented oak, vibrant cassis fruit and hints of dried spices. A delicious wine, but one that needs more depth, structure and complexity to push it into Cabernet's upper echelons.",Clone 4,130,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 2001 Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2001-clone-4-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Sparkling,France,"Great fresh Chardonnay flavors give this Champagne a good lift. It is fresh, but has some good structure, as well as enticing, creamy, nutty flavors. The acidity gives the whole wine a sense of crispness.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,36,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Gonet NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-gonet-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Philippe Gonet
,Sparkling,France,"This four-year-old bottling (indicated on the back label) is a rich Champagne, with some toasty maturity but also flavors of almonds, white currants and citrus peel. It is an intense, full-bodied food wine. Imported by Remy Cointreau USA.",Réserve Brut,40,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck NV Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-nv-reserve-brut-champagne-49735/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Heidsieck
,White,US,"What a delightful wine. It's low in alcohol but completely dry, with acidity that thoroughly cleanses the palate. The complex flavors suggest lime zest, pineapple, flowers and tangy metals, and last for a long time on the finish.",,14,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Boyer 2004 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boyer-2004-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2004,Boyer
,Sparkling,France,"This is a very polished modern style of Champagne. It has almond flavors, layered with toast and green fruit. In the delicate style of Bruno Paillard Champagnes, this is certainly an apéritif wine. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Blanc de Blancs Réserve Privée,59,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard NV Blanc de Blancs Réserve Privée Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-nv-blanc-blancs-reserve-privee-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Bruno Paillard
,Red,New Zealand,"Delicately herbal on the nose, with dry, dusty scents of earth that accent pretty cherry aromas. Not a blockbuster, this is a more delicate, feminine style of wine from Central Otago. Finishes with a silky flourish. Imported by Sauvage Selections.",,40,89,Central Otago,,,Carrick 2002 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carrick-2002-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2002,Carrick
,Sparkling,France,"The current release of the vintage wine, the 1998 seems a touch richer than the '99, with hints of brioche, mushroom and ginger to its citrusy flavors. Round and soft in the mouth, but also a little short on the finish.",Brut,76,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1998 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1998-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Sparkling,France,"A full style of wine, with a touch of toast. This is rich, with flavors of white fruits as well as a layer of acidity that comes through. An attractive wine from a firm that is on the way up. Imported by Duval-Leroy Imports.",Brut,27,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-brut-champagne-49666/,Champagne Blend,,Duval-Leroy
,White,US,"Rich in well-ripened fruit flavors and with a sweet coat of smoky oak and vanilla, this Chard also has a structural integrity based on crispness and vitality. It's not a soft, creamy Chard, but a firm one, with exotic fruit.",Reserve,20,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2003-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Frei Brothers
,Red,New Zealand,"Relatively light in color, but long on flavor, this is a light-bodied, silky wine that comes across as very Burgundian. Subtle herb and spice notes accent delicate cherry flavors, and there's a wiry, tensile strength to it despite the softness of the tannins. Imported by Tasman Wine Selections.",,39,89,Central Otago,,,Mount Edward 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-edward-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Mount Edward
,White,US,"If you love those big, rich, gooey Central Coast Chards, you'll enjoy this one. It's flamboyant in pineapple custard, lime pie, papaya, nectarine and spice flavors, and super-oaky, too, with the cool-climate acidity this appellation is known for.",,24,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Ortman Family 2003 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Ortman Family
,Red,US,"Impressive for its dark color and complex aroma, this wine strikes your palate as pretty good stuff. It's bone dry, with finely ground tannins, a good hit of acidity, and deep flavors of plums, blackberries, coffee and spice. It's one of the best Syrahs you'll find in this price range.",Selected Vineyard,12,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2002 Selected Vineyard Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2002-selected-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2002,Concannon
14.5,Red,Australia,"Toast and black pepper aromas are deep and broad. This is a muscular wine, pretty burly but not overly rich, with flavors of cassis, raspberry and toast balanced by black pepper and herb. Very nice; 350 cases produced. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",,35,89,Victoria,Heathcote,,Dominique Portet 2002 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominique-portet-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2002,Dominique Portet
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Shows some briary and herbal notes alongside dried spice and graham cracker scents, then the cherries blossom on the palate. Firmly structured for a Marlborough Pinot, with bright acids and firm tannins that could use a year or two to soften. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",,20,89,Marlborough,,,The Crossings 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,The Crossings
13,Red,Italy,"This curiosity comes from a single hectare of land planted within the ruins of Pompeii. Plum and black cherry notes mingle with mineral, finishing with firm, dusty tannins. Elegant in the Mastroberardino style. In this, the second vintage of this wine, a blend of Piedirosso (90%) with Sciascinoso (10%), only 200 cases were produced.",Villa dei Misteri,217,89,Southern Italy,Pompeiano,,Mastroberardino 2002 Villa dei Misteri Red (Pompeiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2002-villa-misteri-red-pompeiano/,Red Blend,2002,Mastroberardino
,Red,New Zealand,"The “C” stands for clay, the predominant soil type in the vineyard. Well-oaked, with smoke and berry aromas and flavors and a wiry, herbal thread wrapped around a core of bright boysenberry fruit. Shows some sturdy tannins on the finish, so hold 2–3 years.",C,,89,Martinborough,,,Kusuda 2003 C Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kusuda-2003-c-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Kusuda
,Sparkling,France,"A crisp, dry style, packed with heady, perfumed Pinot. This is definitely a Champagne for food, and works with its extra weight and richness. Imported by Grape Expectations of Georgia.",Blanc de Noirs,44,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Blanc de Noirs  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-blanc-noirs-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru
,Red,US,"Much work evidently went into crafting this wine. It's intense in black currant flavors, with a beautiful polish of chocolate and green olive. The tannins are softly rich. There's good balancing acidity, and a sweet jacket of spicy oak. This is a Mendocino Cab worth watching.",,34,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Topel 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topel-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Topel
,Sparkling,France,"This deep rose-colored Champagne is full-bodied with ripe, fresh fruit flavors. There is acidity but with the very fruity character of this wine, it is one which can be drunk relatively young and fresh. Imported by Kobrand.",Prestige Brut Rosé,70,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV Prestige Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-prestige-brut-rose-champagne-49782/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
14,Red,New Zealand,"A bit floral or herbal on the nose, but there's also plenty of vibrant cherry fruit that broadens out on the midpalate, giving a nice feeling of fat. Soft tannins are accented by touches of black tea and anise on the black cherry finish. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,30,89,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Spy Valley
13,White,New Zealand,"Crisply aromatic, with sharply defined scents of passion fruit, pineapple, grapefruit and hints of mineral. Bright and intense on the palate, finishing pleasantly herbal and fresh. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",,17,89,Marlborough,,,The Crossings 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2004-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,The Crossings
,White,US,"If I were a restaurateur, I'd buy this by the case, sell it by the glass and make a lot of money. It's Alsatian-style, bone dry and crisp, opulent in peach and honeysuckle flavors, with a diesel, mineral undertone. The acidity will be brilliant against food.",,14,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2004 Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2004-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2004,Paraiso Vineyards
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"From its lovely dusty, dried-spice aromas to its pretty cherry flavors, this is all Pinot. Medium in body, it's neither too heavy nor too light, ending with a delicate overlay of fine tannins. Imported by Via Pacifica Imports.",Slap Jack Creek,48,89,Central Otago,,,Olssens 2003 Slap Jack Creek Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olssens-2003-slap-jack-creek-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Olssens
12,Sparkling,France,"A fruit-driven wine, with aromas of dried apples, pineapple and citrus, even a bit of honey. Flavors verge on tropical, but it boasts a creamy texture and a crisp, dry finish. A bit New World in style, but well done. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Blue Label Premier Cru Brut,28,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Blue Label Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-blue-label-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
14.1,Red,Australia,"This Pinot is texturally very interesting, its robust, wooly tannins well obscuring the cherry and cola flavors underneath. That will change in the short term, I expect; a more integrated wine would lead to an even more favorable review. 283 cases produced. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Viggers Vineyard,42,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Labyrinth 2003 Viggers Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/labyrinth-2003-viggers-vineyard-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Labyrinth
,Sparkling,France,"Probably the best-selling Champagne brand in the world, with a production of over 30 million bottles a year, Moët's quality is consistent. It has a ripeness and richness, and in this bottle, some bottle age. This bottling is not hugely fruity, but it has more to offer than just fruit. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Brut Impérial,38,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV Brut Impérial  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-brut-imperial-champagne-49718/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
,White,US,"The Reserve has always been oaky, but this may be the oakiest yet. That toasty, caramelly vanilla thing hits hard. Fortunately, the underlying tropical fruit stands up to all the wood. I like this wine, but this is about as far as a winemaker should push oak.",Reserve,42,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Ferrari-Carano 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2003-reserve-chardonnay-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Chardonnay,2003,Ferrari-Carano
,White,US,"Here's a Chard that combines elegance and sophistication with great depth of flavor. It shows its terroir in the soft texture and well-ripened tropical fruit and peach flavors. There's a pretty coating of oak leading to a long, fruity-spicy finish.",Belle Terre Vineyard,22,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2002 Belle Terre Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-belle-terre-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Chateau St. Jean
,White,US,"Like most Chards these days, this wine is boldly flavored, oaky and rich. But it goes beyond the tropical fruits, vanilla and buttercream to achieve real finesse and elegance. The crisp acidity helps make it balanced.",Reserve,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Simi 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2003-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Simi
,White,US,"The winery seems to have put more Sémillon in this year, possibly to ameliorate the feline aspects of the Sauvignon Blanc. The result is a richer, more complex wine which barrel fermentation in partially new French oak helps. The flavors include honeydew melon, figs and pink grapefruit.",Gemini,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2004 Gemini White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2004-gemini-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2004,Volker Eisele Family Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"Villa continues to refine its Pinot program, and this may be the breakthrough vintage. Complex aromas include hints of flowers, spicy stems and dusky cherries. Round and broad in the mouth, it coats the palate with flavor before featuring firm, ageworthy tannins on the finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Reserve,37,90,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Villa Maria
15.5,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz has a remarkable texture—like smooth river stones—and offers a berry-basket full of juicy flavors. On the nose, aromas of coconut, toast and chocolate (no, it's not at all candied, as it may sound) mingle with fresh raspberries. Imported by Epicurean Wines.",Cambrian,58,90,Victoria,Heathcote,,Tatiarra 2003 Cambrian Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatiarra-2003-cambrian-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2003,Tatiarra
,Red,New Zealand,"The U.S. pricing for this wine is a bit extravagant, but the wine delivers wonderful spicy and savory aromas, backed by loads of cherries, a creamy mouthfeel and hints of vanilla briars and spice. Firm on the finish; try again in 2008. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",Target Gully,80,90,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2003 Target Gully Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2003-target-gully-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Mt. Difficulty
,Red,US,"Rich and full-bodied, this heartwarming wine appeals for its smooth, dry texture, richly dense tannins, and complex flavors of dark stone fruits, leather, roasted coffee and spice. It should play well against well-marbled beef.",,26,90,California,California Other,California,Marilyn Remark 2003 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-remark-2003-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2003,Marilyn Remark
,Red,US,"Here's a bright, ripe and juicy Cabernet that impresses for its wealth of flavor and refined structure. It's bold in black currants, cassis and chocolate, with a rich layering of oak, yet maintains balance and elegance. Dry and soft, this is a wine to drink now and through 2006. sdd",Branding Iron,75,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2002 Branding Iron Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2002-branding-iron-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Nickel & Nickel
,Sparkling,France,"With evocative gold-painted Paris scenes decorating the bottle, this is obviously a because it works beautifully as a light, vivacious wine, with deliciously clean, not quite green, fruit. Imported by Duval-Leroy Imports.",Paris Brut,35,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Paris Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-paris-brut-champagne-49760/,Champagne Blend,,Duval-Leroy
,Red,US,"This winery's '02 Pinot was very good. The '03 is even better. It's richer and more nuanced, offering savory flavors of cherries, coffee, sweet rhubarb pie, cola, cocoa and spice flavors that unfold in waves in the mouth. Dry and crisp, with some dusty tannins, this wine will be best in its tasty youth.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J. Jacaman 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-jacaman-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,J. Jacaman
,Sparkling,France,"With a touch of caramel aromas, this appears initially soft. But the palate is very dry and light, balanced with flavors of lychees and red fruits. Finishes with clean acidity. Imported by Vintus LLC.",Première Cuvée Brut Rosé,55,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard NV Première Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-nv-premiere-cuvee-brut-rose-champagne-49773/,Champagne Blend,,Bruno Paillard
15,Red,Australia,"Has aromas of coffee and cola, sprinkled with black peppercorn. The palate offers smooth, dry tannins with juicy plum and stone-mineral flavors. A very pretty, enjoyable wine overall. Imported by Epicurean Wines.",,33,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Penny's Hill 2003 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennys-hill-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2003,Penny's Hill
,Red,New Zealand,"The product of a great vintage in Central Otago, this wine shows why the region is so promising for Pinot. It delivers earthy, savory, meaty notes that never seem heavy thanks to its rich, velvety texture and copious ripe cherry fruit. Imported by Station Imports Inc.",,24,90,Central Otago,,,Nevis Bluff 2002 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nevis-bluff-2002-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2002,Nevis Bluff
,Red,US,"This is a really beautiful example of how Napa ripens Zin so well, especially in a warm vintage. The wine is exuberant in black currant, chocolate and coffee fruit flavors that are complexed with smooth, firm tannins and a gentle backbone of acidity.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2003 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2003-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Kuleto Estate
14,Red,Australia,"The Leston Cab is excellent again this year, with juicy, ripe black- and blueberries from start to finish. Has a smooth feel—like washed riverrocks—and earthy, iron-ore nuances on the nose. Drinkable now, but will hold 3–5 years. Imported by Orientale Imports LLC.",Leston,21,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Howard Park 2002 Leston Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howard-park-2002-leston-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Howard Park
,Red,US,"This Cab is dry, fruity, soft and gentle, with extra nuances of complexity. It's deep in blackberry and chocolate flavors, and an intricately detailed balance of acids, tannins, alcohol and oak. Not an ager, but absolutely delicious from the get-go.",Reserve,22,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Clos du Bois
,Red,US,"Size marks this wine. It's huge in flavor, swamping the palate with black and red cherries, pomegranates, sweet rhubarb pie, coffee and vanilla. At the same time, it's fairly light in color, and certainly light and silky in body, with crisp acids. Shows enough complexity to serve with your finest entrées.",,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tudor Wines 2003 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudor-wines-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Tudor Wines
,Red,US,"The pedigree of this wine shows in the flavors, posh in cassis, sweet black currant, bitter chocolate and finely ground hard brown spices, and in the smooth, rich tannins. The winemaker has added a coating of smoky oak. There's a sharp elbow of acidity that suggests cellaring through 2006, but this isn't a longterm wine.",Beckstoffer Vineyard Georges III,48,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Zahtila 2002 Beckstoffer Vineyard Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2002-beckstoffer-vineyard-georges-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Zahtila
,Red,New Zealand,"Darn tasty, combining cherry and cola flavors with dried spices. Plump and soft in the mouth, with a creamy, caressing mouthfeel, it's surprisingly long on the finish as well. Bravo.",NA in US,,90,Marlborough,,,Fairhall Downs 2004 NA in US Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairhall-downs-2004-na-in-us-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Fairhall Downs
,Sparkling,France,"Pommery's light, almost ethereal style seems to have survived its many changes of ownership. A fine toasty character marks this delicious, crisp, refreshing Champagne. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Brut Apanage,37,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Apanage  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-apanage-champagne-49714/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery
,Sparkling,France,"Salmon-pink in color, this delicious rosé has great elegance and pure red fruit flavors. Finishes fresh, with lively acidity and almond flavors. A great apéritif style of rosé. Imported by Ex-Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc.",Réserve Rosée Brut,48,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Philipponnat NV Réserve Rosée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philipponnat-nv-reserve-rosee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philipponnat
,White,US,"Run, don't walk, to buy this by the case. It's California SB at its best, long and deep in gooseberry and alfalfa flavors, but complexed with richer notes of lime, peach custard and vanilla pudding. But it's not a sweetie. It's dry and crisp in acids.",,13,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Kenwood
,Sparkling,France,"The richest and ripest of the 1988–1990 trilogy, with notes of brioche and berry flavors. Round and full in the mouth, but without the same degree of elegance exhibited by the other two years.",La Grande Dame Brut,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1989 La Grande Dame Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1989-grande-dame-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1989,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Red,New Zealand,"Supple, silky and lush on the palate, with complex aromas and flavors of cola, cherries and peppery-minty herbs, like wintergreen and sassafras. There's a dusting of cinnamon and clove as well, and a long, graceful finish.",,30,90,Central Otago,,,Drystone 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drystone-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Drystone
12,Sparkling,France,"Features an interesting blend of flavors that range from mature mushroom and toast notes to youthful apples and stone fruits. Throughout, there's a crisp, minerally undercurrent. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Cuvée William Deutz Brut,158,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1996 Cuvée William Deutz Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1996-cuvee-william-deutz-brut-champagne-49027/,Champagne Blend,1996,Deutz
,Red,US,"Compared to a lush Napa Cab, this has a distinct green olive and French-cured olive character. It must be the terroir, but oak, toasted and spicy, plays an important part. Finally, there's Cabernet's inherent currant flavor. The wine is thoroughly dry and balanced, with smooth tannins. It's a unique Cabernet, but in its own way, very fine.",,66,90,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Chalk Hill
,Sparkling,France,"Toasty aromas follow through to a soft, creamy wine that has light acidity, ripeness and full Chardonnay flavors. This is a delicious, full-bodied wine, produced by a small family-owned firm in Le Mesnil sur Oger. Imported by Premier Wine & Spirits.",Le Mesnil sur Oger Réserve Brut,33,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Gonet NV Le Mesnil sur Oger Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-gonet-nv-le-mesnil-sur-oger-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philippe Gonet
,White,US,"Here's your basic, average Chard, clean and proper. It's got a malted mouthfeel with peach and cream flavors.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Seaside 2003 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaside-2003-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2003,Seaside
,Red,US,"Stylistically similar to Cabernet in weight, this Pet is dry and full-bodied, with a velvety mouthfeel and big tannins that frame well-ripened blackberry fruit. It's really a lovely wine that drinks well now and should fade very slowly over the next 15 years.",,24,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Two Angels 2003 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-angels-2003-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2003,Two Angels
15,Red,Australia,"Shows sweet vanilla and candied nut on the nose, followed by cool, black-cherry notes in the mouth. It's a focused wine, not a mouthfilling one, with a lovely soil-mineral texture. Very good; 750 cases produced. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Coppertrail,30,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Annie's Lane 2001 Coppertrail Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annies-lane-2001-coppertrail-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2001,Annie's Lane
,White,US,"This likeable wine is a blend of Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. It has a myriad of flavors ranging from dry, grassy citrus fruits through riper peaches to wildflowers and apricots. It shows real flair in the zesty acidity, rich finish and overall balance.",Grigio e Bianco White Table Wine,15,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmichael 2003 Grigio e Bianco White Table Wine White (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmichael-2003-grigio-e-bianco-white-table-wine-central-coast-monterey-county/,White Blend,2003,Carmichael
,Red,New Zealand,"Shows lovely complexity on the nose, blending floral notes with spice and herbs. This is light on its feet, verging on delicate, yet delivers plenty of flavor. Silky tannins and a long finish suggest this has the balance to age, despite not being a massive blockbuster. Elegant. Imported by Station Imports Inc.",,36,90,Central Otago,,,Shaky Bridge 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaky-bridge-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Shaky Bridge
,Red,US,"Many Napa Zins have a Cabernet-like quality, but this one stays true to Zin's wild and woolly character. It's briary, a little green and peppery alongside the riper berry flavors, and very dry, with mouthwatering acidity and brisk tannins.",,14,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,Red,Australia,,,12,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2003 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2003,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,White,US,"Picture perfect Sauvignon Blanc, and at a nice price, too. It seems to come from coastal grapes, to judge from the lime-tart crispness. The tangy flavors are of spiced figs and vanilla, and finish a bit sweet.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Camelot 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-2004-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Camelot
,White,US,"A serviceable Sauvignon that fulfills the variety's duties of being dry and elegant. It serves up crisp flavors of lemons and limes, with sweet vanilla in the finish.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2004 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2004-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Chateau St. Jean
15,Red,Australia,"This is a wine that hovers on the surface rather than getting too profound. Its fruit is lifted and sweet, accented by violet/floral notes. Finishes with black pepper. Imported by Epicurean Wines.",Coalsack,23,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Epsilon 2004 Coalsack Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epsilon-2004-coalsack-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2004,Epsilon
,White,US,"This is a good wine, but it doesn't really seem like a reserve. It's a little thin and weedy, although the peach flavors and oak layering is pleasant enough.",Reserve,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2004-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Kenwood
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Leathery and leafy on the nose, although the bouquet also incorporates some cherry scents. It's a lean, focused wine, one that finishes tart and zingy. Imported by Organic Vintners.",,25,84,Nelson,,,Holmes 2003 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holmes-2003-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2003,Holmes
13,White,Australia,"Not a blend that you see often, that's for sure—it's 70% Chardonnay, 30% Riesling. The wine offers light peach aromas and flavors, with moderate vanilla and cream to round it out. It's a broad-shouldered wine, particularly for one that contains Riesling. Good and inexpensive quaff. 5,400 cases produced. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Bin 70,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2004 Bin 70 White (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2004-bin-70-white-south-eastern/,White Blend,2004,Lindemans
12.5,White,Australia,"Offers fresh green produce and herb aromas. On the palate, the rocky-minerally feel is nice, but the weak lemon flavors don't quite live up to it. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,14,83,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Bush Bike 2004 Riesling (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bush-bike-2004-riesling-western/,Riesling,2004,Bush Bike
,Red,US,"For ten bucks this is pretty good. Kind of simple and soft, but you'll find plenty of blackberry, blueberry and cherry flavors, with a creamy, milk chocolaty taste.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Rock Rabbit 2003 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-rabbit-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Rock Rabbit
,Red,US,"It's bizarre that this Cab is so much more expensive than Peters' '02 Meritage, which was released at the same time. This isn't nearly as fine. It's rustic and soft, with an edgy mouthfeel.",Gardner Vineyard,34,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Peters Family 2002 Gardner Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2002-gardner-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Peters Family
,Red,US,"Some of the grapes got overripe during this remarkably long, dry, warm vintage, to judge from the raisiny aromas. Then, too, the wine has a hot mouthfeel and finish.",,60,84,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Peacock Family Vineyard 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peacock-family-vineyard-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Peacock Family Vineyard
,Red,US,"There sure is a lot of fruity concentration in this wine. It fills the mouth with black cherry, blackberry and red plum flavors, with a rich chocolate and coffee note. It's also very dry and balanced, although a little soft and thin on the finish.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Montpellier 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montpellier-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Montpellier
,White,US,"Viognier's fruity, floral aspects are toned down with an herbal, earthy note. There's some good, firm acidity. From Madera County, in the Central Valley.",Simpson Vineyard,20,84,California,California Other,California,Miner 2004 Simpson Vineyard Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2004-simpson-vineyard-viognier-other/,Viognier,2004,Miner
14,Red,US,"Simple, fruity and soft, with an easy tannic structure, this Merlot is at its best now for the rich berry and cherry flavors, with a hint of chocolate.",,16,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mia's Playground 2002 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mias-playground-2002-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2002,Mia's Playground
,Red,US,"Pasta with tomato sauce comes to mind when drinking this dry wine, with its berry flavors and thick tannins. It's rustic and easy, a carafe sipper that's clean and easy in price.",,10,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 2003 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2003-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2003,Montevina
12,Rose,Australia,"This rosé is a blend of Shiraz, Cabernet and Sangiovese. It tastes like tangerine and peach, but suffers from a strange, mushroomy-meaty aroma. 10,000 cases produced. Imported by Precept Brands.",,12,83,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Pink Knot 2005 Rosé (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pink-knot-2005-rose-mclaren-vale/,Rosé,2005,Pink Knot
,Red,US,"This is a nice, dry, smooth red wine. It has pleasant flavors of berries and cocoa, and is very soft in tannins.",Vintners Blend,10,83,California,California Other,California,Ravenswood 2003 Vintners Blend Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2003-vintners-blend-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Ravenswood
,White,US,"Simple, fruity, and a little sweet, with good varietal character, this Gewürz has flowery, spicy flavors, with a sweet apricot and nectarine finish.",,15,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2004 Gewürztraminer (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2004-gewurztraminer-sonoma-county/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"Here's a rustic, country-style Zin with ripe berry flavors that are good enough to accompany a pizza or cheeseburger. It's dry, with a fruity finish.",Zinfusion Reserve,19,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2003 Zinfusion Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2003-zinfusion-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Castoro Cellars
,Red,US,"Rather tough and rustic, this Cab has a raw, sharp mouthfeel, although the fruit is very ripe and almost sweet in blackberries, cherries and mocha.",Craftsman Red,15,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Casa Barranca 2003 Craftsman Red Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-barranca-2003-craftsman-red-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Casa Barranca
14.5,Red,Australia,"An odd wine. Caramelized sugar aromas and flavors are offset by herbaceous, borderline metallic, notes. The feel is soft and round, at least. Imported by Southcorp Wines.",Bin 2 Shiraz-Mourvedre,12,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Bin 2 Shiraz-Mourvedre Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-bin-2-shiraz-mourvedre-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2003,Penfolds
,White,US,"This is the kind of semisweet wine that vast numbers of Americans enjoy. It's clean, fruity and affordable, with peach and honey flavors.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 2004 Johannisberg Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-2004-riesling-johannisberg-other/,Johannisberg Riesling,2004,Coastal Ridge
,Red,US,"My bottle was sulfury, which made evaluating the wine difficult. After a few minutes, the smell blew off, revealing a simple, fruity, soft dry wine.",,10,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Racchus 2003 Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/racchus-2003-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Racchus
,White,US,"An earthy wine with flavors of peaches and herb. It's dry, with a scour of acidity and a touch of oak.",Reserve,15,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Casa Barranca 2003 Reserve Sémillon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-barranca-2003-reserve-semillon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sémillon,2003,Casa Barranca
,Red,US,"Kind of rustic in style, with an edgy, sharp mouthfeel and a finish that's too sweet. But there's plenty of tasty wild berry and red stone fruit flavor.",Bungalow Red Syrah-Grenache,15,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Casa Barranca 2003 Bungalow Red Syrah-Grenache Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-barranca-2003-bungalow-red-syrah-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Casa Barranca
,White,US,"Simple, clean and proper, with peach, citrus, vanilla and spice flavors and a dry finish.",,16,83,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2004 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2004-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Handley
,Red,US,"This Petite Sirah isn't showing well now, unless you're a fan of big, dark, inky, tannic, dry, heavy red wines. It does have deep cherry and blackberry flavors.",,18,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Guenoc 2001 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2001-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2001,Guenoc
,White,US,"Like Montona's 2000 Cab, this wine also has been re-released since its debut in 2003, and it, too, has gone downhill. The wine is losing fruit and picking up harsh acidity, although it's still drinkable.",,40,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Montona 2001 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montona-2001-merlot-napa-valley-46973/,Merlot,2001,Montona
,Red,US,"An awkward wine. It's very dry, with some decent blackberry flavors, but doesn't seem altogether ripe. There's some tough acidity and a peppery, bitter coffee finish.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Brander
,Red,US,"This Cab's a little too extracted, too sweet, too oaky and too soft for my tastes, but it's fundamentally clean, and will have its fans.",Selections,15,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Andretti 2001 Selections Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2001-selections-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Andretti
,Red,US,"There are lovely aromas in this wine. The scents of ripe blackberries, freshly ground French roast, cocoa dustings and white pepper are so inviting. But the wine is way too soft. It has nice flavors, but is flat in the mouth.",,28,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Atelier 2003 Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atelier-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2003,Atelier
,Red,US,"Opens with intriguing aromas of intense white pepper, freshly picked blackberries and mocha, butin the mouth, the wine turns overly soft and a bit cloying.",Reserve,19,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Casa Barranca 2003 Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-barranca-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2003,Casa Barranca
12.5,Red,Australia,"Has aromas of cherries and caraway seeds, which are followed up by straightforward cherry fruit flavors. Soft in the mouth; not much verve here. Imported by VB Group.",Bin 333,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2004 Bin 333 Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2004-bin-333-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2004,Wyndham Estate
,White,US,"Soft and simple, with decent peach and banana flavors, this Chard has a creamy texture and a dry, spicy finish.",,10,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Grayson 2004 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2004-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Grayson
13,Red,Australia,Smells and tastes like sweet fruit plus tree bark and earth. Fruit on the palate tastes a little overripe and has a metallic tinge; finishes with a curry-like note. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.,Estate,15,83,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2002 Estate Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2002-estate-merlot-hunter-valley/,Merlot,2002,Hope Estate
,White,US,"There's scads of fruit and flowers in this wine. Spices, too. It has a rustic, unbalanced astringency, though.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2004 Traminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2004-other-white-traminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Traminer,2004,Mosby
,Red,US,"Smells a little funky, and tastes harsh and angular, with gritty tannins and slightly sweet cherry flavors.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mosby 2003 Primitivo (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2003-zinfandel-primitivo-central-coast-monterey-county/,Primitivo,2003,Mosby
,Red,US,"This is a hot wine, with 15.5% of alcohol, and that heat dominates the pleasant berry, cherry and mocha flavors. The wine is fully dry, but it's hard to get around the prickly, peppery burn on the palate.",Snow Vineyard,26,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Snow Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-snow-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Peachy Canyon
12.5,White,Australia,"Starts off smelling like vanilla bean, but quickly goes quite lactic. Heavy on the palate, with flavors of lemon and butterscotch candy. Kosher. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Reserve Kosher,18,82,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2003 Reserve Kosher Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2003-reserve-kosher-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2003,Beckett's Flat
,White,US,"This awkward, soft Chard has some forward fruit flavors, but is dominated by a burnt, caramelly note that seems to come from supercharged oak. It feels heavy and harsh in the mouth.",,37,82,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Vache 2002 Chardonnay (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vache-2002-chardonnay-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Vache
11.5,White,Australia,"Smells like dusty peaches. On the palate, it offers yellow-gumdrop flavors that start off fairly flavorfully, but quickly go dilute, then flavorless, by the finish. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",,9,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2004 Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2004-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2004,Jacob's Creek
14,White,Australia,"Pear and dust flavors and aromas are pleasant, as is the wine's dry feel. However, the wine is showing a latex or epoxy-like note on the nose and the palate that is a detraction. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Koonunga Hill,11,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Koonunga Hill Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-koonunga-hill-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2003,Penfolds
,White,US,"Lots of oak flavoring on this modestly fruity wine. It's dryish, with the flavor of canned peaches and vanilla.",,10,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Five Rivers 2004 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Five Rivers
,Red,US,"A schizophrenic wine. It smells vegetal, like canned asparagus, but tastes better, with berry-cherry flavors and a polished texture.",The Devon Vineyard,25,83,California,South Coast,Malibu-Newton Canyon,Rosenthal-Malibu Estate 2001 The Devon Vineyard Merlot (Malibu-Newton Canyon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenthal-malibu-estate-2001-devon-vineyard-merlot-south-coast-malibu-newton-canyon/,Merlot,2001,Rosenthal-Malibu Estate
12.5,Rose,Australia,"Smells like strawberry, oak, herb and plum. Tastes, however, like a strawberry shortcake. Simple, and a little sweet. Imported by Chatham Imports.",Rosé of,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Oz Roz 2004 Rosé of Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oz-roz-2004-rose-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Oz Roz
,White,US,"Re-released after an additional two years in bottle, this wine, which was very good in 2003, is on a downhill slide. It's losing fruit, cracking up as the Brits say. From Andretti.",Reserve,50,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Montona 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montona-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-46974/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Montona
,White,US,"Frankly sweet, with sugary citrus, peach and wintergreen flavors, this wine fortunately has decent acidity to make it crisp and clean.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Mirassou 2004 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2004-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2004,Mirassou
,Red,US,"This simple wine opens with plum sauce and oak aromas, then turns soft, dry and heavy in the mouth. It's fully dry. Not bad for less demanding occasions.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Five Rivers 2002 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2002-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2002,Five Rivers
,Sparkling,France,"Somewhat clumsy, this wine emphasizes a ripe style of Chard, which doesn't quite integrate well. Maybe it needs bottle age, but the dosage shows awkwardly at the finish. Imported by De Saint Gall.",Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut,40,83,Champagne,Champagne,,De Saint Gall NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-saint-gall-nv-blanc-de-blancs-premier-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne-49761/,Chardonnay,,De Saint Gall
,White,US,"Plays it right down the middle, with enough fruit, oak and creamy vanilla to satisfy the public clamor for Chardonnay.",,12,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Clos du Bois 2004 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2004-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Clos du Bois
,Red,US,"I like this Cabernet blend for its fruitiness, but it's way too soft for balance. There's no spine, no backbone to the cherry, cassis and oak flavors. It lacks not only acidity but tannins.",Marlstone,50,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2002 Marlstone Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2002-marlstone-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Clos du Bois
,White,US,This simple and dry Chard has watered down peach and apple flavors and a touch of oak. Acidity is fine.,Selections,12,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Andretti 2004 Selections Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2004-selections-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Andretti
,Red,US,"Hunt's 2001 Duets, a Cab-Syrah blend, is a very good wine. This wine, oddly, is not. It has a metallic sharpness that seems almost like artificial acidity, and feels awkward and harsh in the mouth. Too bad, because the flavors are pretty.",Destiny Vineyards Mt. Christo Block Cab-Ovation Reserve,48,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2001 Destiny Vineyards Mt. Christo Block Cab-Ovation Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2001-destiny-mt-christo-block-cab-ovation-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Hunt Cellars
12.5,White,Australia,"Has lively acidity at the center and dominant citrus-pith flavors. Smells and tastes like it's been through a woodchipper, and finishes on a sweet note. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",Bin 222,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2004 Bin 222 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2004-bin-222-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,Wyndham Estate
,Red,US,"This is a simple wine, but there's some good stuff going on at this price. The aroma's just great, although it falls off in the mouth, turning a little thin. A nice, dry Pinot.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Five Rivers 2004 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2004-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2004,Five Rivers
,White,US,"Simple and rich in spearmint, peach, fig and vanilla flavors, this white wine has a semisweet taste, and just enough tartness to keep it from cloying.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Maddalena
,Red,US,"So sweet, it's almost like a dessert wine, suggesting a cup of sugared cappuccino and cocoa mixed with creme de cassis, sprinkled with nutmeg and vanilla. Almost like something you'd get at Starbucks, instead of a dry table wine.",,55,83,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Diamond Terrace 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-terrace-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Diamond Terrace
,Red,US,"One hundred percent Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine has well-ripened black currant and cherry flavors, but it's far too soft. Tannins and acidity are still needed, in this age of superripeness.",Briarcrest,36,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2002 Briarcrest Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2002-briarcrest-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Clos du Bois
14.5,Red,New Zealand,"Bold and fresh, but also a bit rough and loud. Has some grassy elements on the nose, along with chocolate and carob flavors and some zesty, lemony acids on the finish. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",,,83,Marlborough,,,Thornbury 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornbury-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Thornbury
,Red,US,"Here's a workaday Cab that gets the job done without being fussy. It's dry, with some blackberry flavors and a quick finish.",Vintner's Collection,15,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2003 Vintner's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2003-vintners-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Sterling
,Red,US,"This wine's a bit thick and heavy for my taste. It sits on the palate, lacking life. Still, the plum, leather, red cherry and cocoa flavors are pleasant, and the finish is dry.",,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2001 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2001-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2001,Kuleto Estate
,Red,US,"Rustic, edgy and rather sharp, this Syrah has some dark fruit flavors right next to green, minty ones. It's dry.",,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Red Zeppelin 2003 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-zeppelin-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2003,Red Zeppelin
,Red,US,"Smells great, doesn't taste that good. That's the story on this Zin. The aroma's promising in Zinny wild berries, peppery spices and chocolate, but the wine turns sweet and too soft in the mouth.",,16,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Starry Night 2003 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starry-night-2003-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2003,Starry Night
,Rose,US,"Rich and fruity in cherries, rose flower and vanilla, yet a little simple, this blush wine is dry and balanced.",Rosato,15,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Miner 2004 Rosato Rosé (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2004-rosato-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Rosé,2004,Miner
,Red,New Zealand,"Herbal, with green aromas that come awfully close to green bean. Earthy and mushroomy on the palate, with a short finish.",,,83,Martinborough,,,Linacre Lane 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linacre-lane-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Linacre Lane
12,White,Australia,"Weighty and full on the palate, this wine is nearing its “Best Before…” date, yet still carries enough interesting pear, honey, beeswax and clove flavors to warrant a modest recommendation. An even better bet is to try the '05 when it arrives in February.",,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Long Flat 2004 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-flat-2004-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Long Flat
14,White,Australia,"Soft, easy, tropical and sweet from beginning to end. This is just the no-brainer that people who want an inexpensive Aussie Chard are looking for. A good quaff. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Koonunga Hill,11,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Koonunga Hill Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-koonunga-hill-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2003,Penfolds
,Red,New Zealand,"Starts with slightly garlicky scents that never really blow off, then delivers tart cherry fruit flavors that turn herbal and drying on the finish.",,,83,Martinborough,,,Ashwell 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ashwell-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Ashwell
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Light in color and already showing some disturbing bricking at the rim, this Pinot is rather light-bodied, with dusty, earthy scents and flavors of cherries, herbs and crushed pepper. Finishes with crisp acidity. Imported by Low Country Imports.",Unchangeable,14,83,Canterbury,,,Dyed-In-The-Wool 2003 Unchangeable Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dyed-in-wool-2003-unchangeable-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,2003,Dyed-In-The-Wool
,White,US,"Take an explosion in a fruit store, sprinkle it with dusted cinnamon and nutmeg, then add some white sugar. That's this semisweet wine, which fortunately has good balancing acidity.",Valley Oaks,9,83,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Valley Oaks Gewürztraminer (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-valley-oaks-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Fetzer
13,Red,Australia,"One of the few Queensland offerings we see stateside; this one has cool plum and coconut-candy bar aromas, with plum flavors persisting through. Its pulpy, newsprint-y texture is a detraction. 1,200 cases produced. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.",,13,83,Queensland,Granite Belt,,Ballandean 2002 Shiraz (Granite Belt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballandean-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-granite-belt/,Shiraz,2002,Ballandean
,Rose,US,"Simple, rustic and slightly sweet in the finish, with vanilla, char, raspberry and cherry flavors and decent acidity.",,13,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,C.G. di Arie 2004 Rosé (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2004-rose-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2004,C.G. di Arie
,Red,US,"This wine shows the usual thick, firm tannins of this vineyard, although they're a lot finer than they used to be. It's also a bit sweetish for a red wine that should be dry. There's a cloying, syrupy taste to the finish.",Three Palms Vineyard,80,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2002 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2002-three-palms-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Duckhorn
,White,US,"There's an earthy, herbal quality to the entry of this wine that make you wish it had more fruit. It's dry, oaky and soft, with moderate peach and spice flavors that show up midpalate.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2003 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Dry Creek Vineyard
,White,US,"A fruit-forward, slightly sweet and zesty-clean Sauvignon Blanc. The lemon, lime, fig and melon flavors are tasty.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2004 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2004-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,US,"This soft Cab seems dialed in. There's nothing wrong with it, it's just formulaic in the well-ripened black currant flavors, standard smoky oak, and smooth texture.",,34,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ferrari-Carano
13.5,White,Australia,"This wine has a nice feel—it tastes like it's coated in a thick layer of attic dust, the way some good Champagnes do—with apple and melon fruit below. What I can't get by is a strong lactic-buttery aroma (no really, it smells like a stick of butter), which lets up some on the palate. Finishes on a sour-apple lollipop note. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",The Viaduct Unwooded,14,84,South Australia,Currency Creek,,Currency Creek Estate 2004 The Viaduct Unwooded Chardonnay (Currency Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/currency-creek-estate-2004-viaduct-unwooded-chardonnay-currency-creek/,Chardonnay,2004,Currency Creek Estate
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Heavily toasted and smoky on the nose, followed by lots of cola flavors and modest cherry fruit. Shows decent Pinot character, but a little short on charm. Imported by Davies & Co.",,40,84,Martinborough,,,Alana Estate 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alana-estate-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Alana Estate
,Red,US,"Try this rustic wine with rich meats and cheeses, as it's rather sharp in acids, with a racy, raw mouthfeel. The flavors are ripe and strong in berries, chocolate and tangy spices.",Selections,15,84,California,California Other,California,Andretti 2004 Selections Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2004-selections-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Andretti
,Red,US,"There's a lot of briary, brambly Zin character in this pleasantly dry wine. It's a full-bodied, assertive wine whose cherry, berry and spice flavors will match up against anything from steak to pizza to a nice roasted chicken.",Coastal Estates,11,84,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Coastal Estates Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-coastal-estates-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
12,Sparkling,France,"Has some pleasant aromas of ginger and rising dough, followed by modest apple and citrus flavors. Medium-bodied, with a burst of lemon on the finish. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Excellence Brut,40,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Excellence Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-excellence-brut-champagne-48613/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
,White,US,"This blend of French Colombard and other white wines is simple and dry, with green grape, white peach and vanilla flavors that finish clean and fruity.",Old Vines White,13,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Ladybug NV Old Vines White White (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ladybug-nv-old-vines-white-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,White Blend,,Ladybug
,Red,US,"Drink this country-style Zin with grilled meats or poultry. It's dry and fruity, with blackberry and spice flavors. Finishes a bit sweet, which suggests a rich, tomato-based BBQ sauce with a little brown sugar or molasses.",Agnes' Vineyard Old Vines,16,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Z-52 2002 Agnes' Vineyard Old Vines Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/z-52-2002-agnes-vineyard-old-vines-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2002,Z-52
14,White,Australia,"Very toasty on the nose—with air, some fresh produce shows through. Wood dominates the palate, too, obscuring peach fruit underneath. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Single Vineyard,25,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Wise 2003 Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-2003-single-vineyard-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2003,Wise
,White,US,"A touch of dust, dried sage, clover and dried tobacco accompanies the peach and apricot flavors in this wine. The finish is semisweet, and a bit soft.",Amourette,28,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Williamson Wines 2003 Amourette Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williamson-wines-2003-amourette-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Williamson Wines
,White,US,"Slightly sweet, but clean and zesty, this pleasant wine will go well with a nice baked ham. The flavors suggest ripe peaches, lemons and limes.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Montevina 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Montevina
,White,US,"Nice and sweet in oak and ripe, forward peaches, pears, apricots and spices, with a touch of tropical fruit, this everyday Chard also pleases for its creamy texture and smooth finish.",Vintner's Collection,14,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2004 Vintner's Collection Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2004-vintners-collection-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Sterling
,Red,New Zealand,"There's an herbal tinge to this wine's bright cherry and rhubarb aromas and flavors. Lean on the palate, with a modest finish. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",,10,84,Marlborough,,,Southbank Estate 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southbank-estate-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Southbank Estate
,Red,US,"This wine is markedly sweet in blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors, an impression heightened by sweet oak. The tannins and acids that counterbalance palate sweetness are notably absent. The result is an international-style wine, soft and sweet, that fails to inspire.",,60,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Duckhorn
,Red,US,"This wine, with a pedigreed origin, is not providing much pleasure now, because it's a bit tart and austere. But the cherry and oak flavors should broaden out in several months, giving a fuller, sappier mouthfeel. Not a long-term prospect, but tasty for drinking over the next few years.",Rochioli Vineyard,38,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Rochioli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-rochioli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Gary Farrell
14,Red,Australia,"Sweetish plum aromas lead to more plum fruit on the palate. It's a good, straightforward quaff, but feels simpler the longer it sits. Drink up. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Koonunga Hill,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2003 Koonunga Hill Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2003-koonunga-hill-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Penfolds
,Red,US,"A little rough, but this is a pretty good price for a varietally correct wine with some distinction. It shows real Cab character in the blackberry, coffee and herb flavors that finish dry.",Vintners Blend,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ravenswood 2003 Vintners Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2003-vintners-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ravenswood
,Red,US,"From a warmer, inland part of this appellation, which probably should have its own AVA, comes this slightly raisined Zin, which is reminiscent of many inland valley reds. It's rather hot, soft and Porty.",Estate,15,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2003 Estate Zinfandel (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2003-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Rancho Arroyo Grande
13,White,New Zealand,"Starts with plenty of buttered toast or popcorn on the nose, then reveals leaner pear and citrus flavors on the palate. This medium-bodied wine finishes crisp and tart, making it suitable as an apéritif. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,12,84,Gisborne,,,Matua Valley 2004 Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2004-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2004,Matua Valley
,Rose,US,"Orange-pink, pretty in fruit, and bone dry, this blush wine has pleasant flavors of strawberries and raspberries, with a peppery tingle of fresh acidity. It will be nice with grilled sausage.",Rosé,16,84,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2004 Rosé Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2004-rose-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Handley
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Light and herbal on the nose, but boasts friendlier flavors of black cherry and cola. Turns a bit hard on the finish, where it could use more suppleness and length. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",,20,84,Wairarapa,,,Te Kairanga 2003 Pinot Noir (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2003-pinot-noir-wairarapa/,Pinot Noir,2003,Te Kairanga
,White,US,"Sort of like a Sauvignon Blanc, this wine has citrusy flavors and is very dry. There's an almond skin bitterness on the finish. Try with clams in a white sauce.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2003 Cortese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2003-italian-white-cortese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cortese,2003,Mosby
,Red,US,"The thick tannins, upfront acids and deeply buried core of cherry, tobacco and plum fruit suggest cellaring. Certainly the wine isn't showing a lot now.",,30,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ortman Family 2003 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Ortman Family
,Red,US,"Here's a clean, fruity red wine that offers lots of blackberry and cherry flavor with a zingy edge of fresh, juicy acidity. It's totally dry and balanced, and a great value.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,ForestVille 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,ForestVille
,Red,New Zealand,"Herbal and minty upfront, but then some pleasant cherry flavors take over. Turns a bit hard and drying on the finish. Imported by Hatherell Selections.",Davishon,35,84,Central Otago,,,Alexandra Wine Company 2002 Davishon Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandra-wine-company-2002-davishon-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2002,Alexandra Wine Company
,Red,US,"Showing rather heavy and closed now, this Cab may wake up one of these days. It's a dry, soft wine, with cherry-berry, coffee and herb flavors. Gamblers will hold it until 2007.",,42,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amici 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Amici
,Red,US,"If I'd never tasted a Napa Cab I would think this was a nice California wine. But comparisons are inevitable. There's certainly a lot of ripe fruit here, but also a sharpness and rustic tannic structure that's disturbing, especially at this price.",Reserve,45,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Brander
,White,US,"This wine in a box, the equivalent of two regular bottles, has plenty of fruity flavor and a dollop of oak, with a creamy texture. A country-style wine.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Wine Block 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-block-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Wine Block
,White,US,"This pleasant quaffer offers up good Chard character. The apple, peach and pear flavors have a creamy texture, and just a touch of smoky oak. Turns a bit tart on the finish.",Oakville Estate,17,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2003 Oakville Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2003-oakville-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Franciscan
,Red,US,"Flora Springs has a lot of vineyard acreage, but they also have many special Cabernet bottlings. This is a good wine, but seems to have been made from the leftovers. Simple, dry and fruity.",,30,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"Take a whiff of this wine, with its green peppercorn and sage and thyme aromas, and you'd think it was dry. But in the mouth, it's ripe, sweetish and hot, with raisiny flavors. To me, that suggests an imbalance. Some people like this style. I'm just not one of them.",Especial,30,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Especial Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-especial-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"Simple, with berry-cherry and cocoa flavors and an undertow of pepper, this Zin is soft and smooth. It has a long, fruity finish and isn't too alcoholic or hot.",,10,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Montevina 2002 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2002-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2002,Montevina
,Red,US,"Red wines don't get much riper than this. It's just bursting with essence of red and black cherry, black raspberry and white chocolate flavors, and is dry. But it really needs structure. The wine feels collapsed, melted on the palate.",Stagecoach Vineyard,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2001 Stagecoach Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2001-stagecoach-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley-47741/,Merlot,2001,Miner
,Red,New Zealand,"Palliser's second label lacks the easy approachability expected from such an offering, instead giving up tart cherries, leather and spice. Finishes with firm tannins, but not necessarily built for longevity. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",Pencarrow,18,84,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2003 Pencarrow Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2003-pencarrow-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Palliser Estate
13.5,White,Australia,"This is a good, medium-sized white wine, but apart from a little viscosity on the finish, doesn't really show much of what Viognier is capable of. Smells like heavy yellow stone fruit, and offers honey and butterscotch Lifesaver flavors. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",,10,84,Victoria,Murray-Darling,,Paiko 2004 Viognier (Murray-Darling),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paiko-2004-viognier-murray-darling/,Viognier,2004,Paiko
,Sparkling,France,"Pommery's main brand has curious new wood and caramel aromas that don't sit well with the very light, fragrant taste that is this house style. The top wines from Pommery are performing well today, but this still needs improvement. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Brut Royal,37,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Royal  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-royal-champagne-49762/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery
,White,US,"This screwtopped Chard is perfectly nice for everyday drinking. It's fruity, dry and clean, with white peach and sweet melon flavors and a smooth, spicy finish.",,10,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Racchus 2003 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/racchus-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Racchus
12,White,Australia,"A very dry, lean, spare style of Sauvignon. Smells fresh—like fresh green pea—and a green herbaceousness continues on the palate. It's just the thing for an outdoor party or wedding, but its wiry profile won't appeal to everyone. Imported by Davies & Co.",,7,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Cockatoo Ridge 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockatoo-ridge-2004-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Cockatoo Ridge
,Red,US,"There are absolutely delicious flavors in this Pinot. It explodes with rich cherry pie, mocha and vanilla flavors, with a drizzle of creme de cassis and cinnamon. However, the wine is so soft, almost flat, that it tastes syrupy instead of lively.",Mariafeld,28,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2003 Mariafeld Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2003-mariafeld-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cuvaison
13.5,Red,Australia,"Tastes like it smells: like soft, sweetish plums and raspberries, touched up by toast and vanilla. It's not a powerhouse Pinot, but is a fine intro to the variety at a decent price. 23,500 cases produced. Imported by Southcorp Wines.",,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2004 Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2004-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2004,Rosemount
,Red,New Zealand,"Relatively lightweight, with modest cherry flavors, some funky forest-floor elements and some unintegrated oak. Imported by New Zealand Wine Imports.",,50,84,Wairarapa,,,Schubert 2003 Pinot Noir (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schubert-2003-pinot-noir-wairarapa/,Pinot Noir,2003,Schubert
,Red,New Zealand,"Aims at a perfumed, elegant style and partially succeeds. There's a bright, floral bouquet, but the flavors are tart, with shadings of cherry and chocolate that finish short. Imported by Cordon Selections.",,24,84,Nelson,,,Kahurangi 2004 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahurangi-2004-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kahurangi
,Red,US,"Textbook rural, rustic California Zin, meaning it's dry, peppery and herbal-fruity, with firm tannins and modest alcohol. Shows Ravenswood's deft hand at blending statewide grapes.",Vintners Blend,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ravenswood 2003 Vintners Blend Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2003-vintners-blend-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Ravenswood
,Red,US,"This is a lightly colored, light-bodied, dry Pinot, with modest cherry, cola and coffee flavors. It has a pleasantly spicy finish, and will be good with grilled fare and cheeses.",Vegan,15,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Organic Vintners 2003 Vegan Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/organic-vintners-2003-vegan-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2003,Organic Vintners
,Red,US,"This is a blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from Duckhorn. It shows its Napa origins in the ripeness of fruit and smooth, rich tannins. The blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors turn a bit soft and sweet on the finish.",Paraduxx,43,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paraduxx 2002 Paraduxx Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraduxx-2002-paraduxx-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Paraduxx
,Red,US,"I might have thought this was Santa Maria, for it has that just barely ripe, white pepper, crushed brown spice and rhubarb profile. In the mouth, it's dry, medium-bodied and balanced, with a tease of cherry. Probably at its best now.",,30,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ortman Family 2003 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Ortman Family
,Sparkling,France,"Apleasant Champagne, but not one that sets the world alight. The fruit has a touch of apples, some toast and a slight sweetness to finish that verges on  clumsy. Imported by Vranken America.",Demoiselle E.O. Tête de Cuvée Brut,33,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle E.O. Tête de Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-e-o-tete-de-cuvee-brut-champagne-49726/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Crisp and relatively high in acidity, but that's partially offset by soft, supple tannins. Tangy cherry flavors pick up meaty, leathery nuances. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.",,31,84,Waipara,,,Muddy Water 2003 Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muddy-water-2003-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2003,Muddy Water
12,Rose,Australia,"Smells as rosy and pink as it looks. Just slightly off dry, this Shiraz tastes like flowers and peaches. Drink this quaff on the patio. Imported by Southcorp Wines.",White,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Little Penguin 2005 White Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-penguin-2005-white-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2005,Little Penguin
,Red,US,"Soft in both tannins and acids, this Cab has upfront juicy flavors of black cherries and mocha, and is fully dry. It's a nice, easy-drinking red wine.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grayson 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Grayson
,White,US,"Four varieties comprise this blend, and all contribute a little something. The overall impact is an intensely fruity, rather simple wine, with nice acids. It straddles the dry-off dry line.",San Bernabe Vineyard White Medley,18,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Encore 2004 San Bernabe Vineyard White Medley White (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/encore-2004-san-bernabe-vineyard-white-medley-central-coast-monterey-county/,White Blend,2004,Encore
,Red,US,"Soft, slightly sweet and packed with flavor, this Bordeaux blend offers up plenty of blackberry, cherry, blueberry and mocha flavors. It has a nice, crisp balance.",Victorian Claret,20,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Guenoc 2000 Victorian Claret Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2000-victorian-claret-red-north-coast/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Guenoc
,Red,US,"Not the most powerhouse Zin around, but this is a pleasantly dry, soft wine, with cherry, blueberry and coffee flavors and a gentle texture.",Reserve,13,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 2003 Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2003-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Gallo of Sonoma
,White,US,"Shows good Gewürz character, with its spicy, ginger and cinnamon-flavored notes of white peaches, vanilla and honey. There's good acidity, too, with a semisweet finish.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 2004 Gewürztraminer (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-2004-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Coastal Ridge
12.5,White,Australia,"Spice and herb aromas usher in grapefruit, then tropical fruit flavors on the palate. Soft in the mouth; a good casual quaffer. Imported by Guardian of the Grape Imports.",,13,84,Australia Other,Australia,,Cuttaway Hill Estate 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuttaway-hill-estate-2004-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Cuttaway Hill Estate
,White,US,"Here's a bone-dry Sauvignon Blanc that's perfect as an everyday cocktail sipper, and versatile with food. It has citrus flavors and bright acidity.",Coastal Estates,11,84,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2004 Coastal Estates Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2004-coastal-estates-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,New Zealand,Blends cola and cherry in a medium-bodied format that turns a bit lean and astringent on the finish.,,,84,Martinborough,,,Burings 2004 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burings-2004-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Burings
,Red,US,"Gentle and rich, this Cab shows smooth, sweet tannins and a nice touch of oak. The underlying fruit flavors are of blackberries and cassis, with a touch of cinnamon-dusted mocha coffee.",,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sterling
14.5,Red,Australia,"Nutty, almost Porty, aromas. On the palate, the wine offers plum and some vanilla cream. Straightforward, but good. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",Dry Land,25,85,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 2002 Dry Land Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-2002-dry-land-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Reilly's
,Red,US,"From the Arroyo Seco AVA, this wine shows tasty, cool-climate Pinot flavors of cola, rhubarb pie, cherry, cocoa and oaky vanilla flavors, and plenty of pepper and cinnamon spice. It's silky in texture. The drawback is excessive softness.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2003 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2003,San Simeon
12.5,White,Australia,"This is a good cocktail-party Riesling, medium-sized (maybe a little heavy?), without the bracing acidity that enthusiasts either love or don't about the variety. This bottling deals fresh cream aromas, with lemon and peach skin flavors. 14,000 cases produced. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Diamond Label,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2004 Diamond Label Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2004-diamond-label-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2004,Rosemount
,White,US,"From a warmer part of the Salinas Valley, this is a somewhat simple, heavy wine, with a creamy texture and citrus, apricot and papaya flavors enhanced with a touch of oak. Finishes dry and full-bodied.",Lockwood Valley Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Marilyn Remark 2004 Lockwood Valley Vineyard Roussanne (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-remark-2004-lockwood-valley-vineyard-roussanne-central-coast-monterey-county/,Roussanne,2004,Marilyn Remark
,Red,US,"Dark, dry and firmly tannic, this seems to be one for the cellar, although for how long is a challenge. The fruit is terrifically ripe in black currants and cassis, and the tannins are gorgeously thick, but there's a softness that makes me wonder if the balance is there for very long.",Vogt Vineyard,75,85,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Nickel & Nickel 2002 Vogt Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2002-vogt-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Nickel & Nickel
,Red,US,"There's plenty of fruit in this country-style wine. The fruit consists of all sorts of black and red berries and stone fruits, with an edge of espresso and oaky caramel. The country is in the rugged texture, which calls for a good steak.",Nocturne,19,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2002 Nocturne Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2002-nocturne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2002,Midnight
,Red,US,"This textbook Paso Cabernet is soft, although fairly tannic, with very ripe flavors of blackberries, chocolate and coffee. It's simple, but so balanced and clean, it's just yummy.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Five Rivers 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/five-rivers-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Five Rivers
,Red,US,"This vineyard is in the tenderloin of the appellation, where most Pinots cost far more. This is a pretty good wine that needs tinkering; it could be far better. It's rich in fruit, but is heavy, and could use more finesse.",Stonewall Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Estancia 2003 Stonewall Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2003-stonewall-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Estancia
,White,US,"Displays all the exotic wildflower and tropical fruit aromas and flavors Viognier is famous for, in a dry, soft wine with a honeyed finish. It could be a little more concentrated, though.",Stone's Throw Vineyard,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2004 Stone's Throw Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-stones-throw-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2004,Castoro Cellars
,Dessert,US,"Sweet in orange blossom and apricot flavors, with a good balance of acidity, this is a basic California late-harvest wine, satisfying due to its sweet fruit. Good with vanilla ice cream topped with peaches, with a sugar cookie.",Late Harvest,17,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2003 Late Harvest Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2003-late-harvest-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2003,Castoro Cellars
,Red,New Zealand,"Charred and cola-laden on the nose, then delivers crisp, tart berry and roasted beet flavors on the palate. Solid but not terribly distinguished. Imported by Adventures in Wine.",The Gullies,33,85,Central Otago,,,Akarua 2003 The Gullies Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/akarua-2003-gullies-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Akarua
13.5,Red,Australia,,Spires,12,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 2003 Spires Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-2003-spires-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Barossa Valley Estate
,Sparkling,France,"There was a time when this was one of the great nonvintage Champagnes. Today, it is certainly attractive, but lacks the quality it once had. It is quite full in style, with an imbalance between sweetness and fine, crisp acidity. Imported by Vranken America.",Blue Top Brut,30,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Blue Top Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-blue-top-brut-champagne-49740/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
13.6,Red,Australia,"Not as good as Yering's Shiraz-Viogniers have been, but still a good wine. This vintage offers a nose full of amaretto, green herb—and, with some time, black and green pepper. On the palate the wine is on the thin side, with high-toned cherry and herb flavors. The soily-smooth texture is its high point. Imported by Epic Wines.",,17,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2002 Shiraz-Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2002-shiraz-syrah-viognier-yarra-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2002,Yering Station
,Red,US,"This ripe, fruity blended Cab is bursting with cassis, mocha and smoky oak flavors. The tannins are very smooth and ripe. A minor quibble is the alcoholic heat throughout.",,17,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,Red,New Zealand,"Light in color, but don't let that deceive you. This is a full-flavored wine, with candied cherry and caramel notes in abundance. Supple and easy to drink, although it turns slightly herbal-medicinal on the finish. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,15,85,Marlborough,,,Matua Valley 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Matua Valley
,Red,New Zealand,"Crisply acidic, with tart cherry notes alongside mushroom and spice. Turns tea-like on the finish—a bit leafy and drying.",Hawk's Flight,,85,Martinborough,,,Pond Paddock 2003 Hawk's Flight Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pond-paddock-2003-hawks-flight-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Pond Paddock
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Starts off a bit muted on the nose, then delivers sweet cherry flavors upfront. The flavors veer toward cola and spice on the finish, where the tannins turn a bit drying. Imported by Lauber Imports.",,17,85,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Oyster Bay
,Red,US,"Here's a Cab made in Martini's old style, which was a dry, fairly tannic wine low in alcohol compared to today, and consequently less ripe, although there are some raisiny notes indicating unbalanced bunches. Drink now.",,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Louis M. Martini
,White,Australia,"Quite tropical and fruity, with estery notes of banana on the nose before passion fruit and herbal-grassy flavors take firmer hold. Plump on the midpalate, but turns hard and citrusy on the finish.",,14,85,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Long Flat 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-flat-2004-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Long Flat
,Sparkling,France,"A small, family-owned producer based in Epernay, Lombard makes a fresh style of Champagne, dominated by Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, that has white currant and a delicious touch of lightness. The dosage seems to be out of balance with the rest of the wine, which is a shame, considering the good fruit.",Brut,,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Lombard et Cie NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lombard-cie-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lombard et Cie
,Red,New Zealand,"The higher yields of 2004 seem to have lightened this wine compared to the same bottling in 2003, but it's still a charming wine, featuring lightweight cherry fruit coupled with briary nuances. Silky tannins grace the finish. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",,16,85,Marlborough,,,Stoneleigh 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoneleigh-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Stoneleigh
13.8,White,Australia,"This Chardonnay deals a tangy combo of golden apple and bright citrus against a toasty, lactic backdrop that was a detraction for me. Medium-full in the mouth, it shows more toast and apple notes on the nose. Imported by Aussie Imports.",,25,85,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Ranfurlys Way 2004 Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ranfurlys-way-2004-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2004,Ranfurlys Way
13,Red,New Zealand,"Initial sulfur scents quickly blow off to reveal modest herb and cherry aromas. Flavors are solid—cherries and cola, turning herbal on the finish, where it picks up some citrusy notes. Imported by MDM Distribution.",,38,85,Central Otago,,,Three Miners 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-miners-2003-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2003,Three Miners
14.5,Red,Australia,"Offers sun-warmed, fresh golden apple and caramel aromas. Apple flavors come through as well but the texture is odd, like sawdust and mineral. I didn't enjoy this bottling quite as much as E&T's unwooded Chardonnay, but those who prefer caramel to fresh fruit and acidity will feel differently. Imported by Scott Street Portfolio.",,16,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 2004 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2004-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2004,Evans & Tate
,Red,US,"With Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Counoise, this is a California Provençal-style wine. It's rich in berry, spice and herb flavors, with finely ground tannins, and is soft, dry and enjoyable.",Thereza Cuvee,20,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2002 Thereza Cuvee Red (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2002-thereza-cuvee-red-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Rancho Arroyo Grande
15.5,Red,Australia,"Creamier and fuller than other Clare Shirazes at its price point, this bottling offers spice, plum and sweet tart flavors. The drawback for me is a creamy-sweet lactic aroma—like a nose full of cheesecake—but that might be a turn-on for others. Imported by Negociants USA, Inc.",The Lodge Hill,17,85,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2003 The Lodge Hill Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2003-the-lodge-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Jim Barry
,White,US,"This pleasant wine shows all the usual Chardonnay features of well-ripened tropical fruit and peach flavors, toasty oak, and a creamy, buttery mouthfeel. It's clean and brisk, with a long, fruity finish.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castoro Cellars 2004 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2004,Castoro Cellars
,Red,US,"Mixed reviews for this wine. It's light and silky in the mouth, with a delicate structure and subtle flavors of cherries, toast, herbs and coffee. But those flavors are a bit simple and snap to a quick finish.",,42,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Amici 2003 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2003-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2003,Amici
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Light in color and light in body, with pretty cherry flavors and hints of herb. A bit simple, ending on a dusty, tactile note. Imported by McDevitt & McDevitt Importers.",,23,85,Canterbury,,,Torlesse 2004 Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torlesse-2004-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,2004,Torlesse
14.5,Red,Australia,"Made by the folks at Frankland Estate, this Shiraz contains 5% Viognier, which didn't add the nuances that it typically does. Starts off on the nose with black and green pepper, which turns to toast and ink with some time in the glass. Inky on the palate, yes, but also a touch shrill. Imported by USA Wine West.",,14,85,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Rocky Gully 2004 Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocky-gully-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-frankland-river/,Shiraz,2004,Rocky Gully
,Red,US,"It's easy to imagine enjoying this easy wine over a burger or ribs grilled in the backyard. It's soft, dry and fruit-filled, with tasty blackberry, cherry, mocha and peppery-spice flavors. Very nice, rich and affordable.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Silver Ridge 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-ridge-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Silver Ridge
13,White,Australia,"A fine, food-friendly, medium-sized Chard whose nose and finish both show a fair amount of wood. Fruit in the center is not very demonstrative, some peach skin holding down the fort. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",,14,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Greg Norman Estates 2004 Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-2004-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2004,Greg Norman Estates
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Herbs and pie cherries form the base flavors for this modestly priced reserve bottling. Full-bodied, with soft tannins, yet turns crisp and tangy on the finish. Imported by Low Country Imports.",Ram's Reserve,20,85,Marlborough,,,Dyed-In-The-Wool 2003 Ram's Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dyed-in-wool-2003-rams-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Dyed-In-The-Wool
,Red,Australia,"Light in weight, but there's a creaminess to the texture so it doesn't come across as thin. Sour cherry and beet flavors add resiny, herbal and charred notes on the finish.",,14,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Long Flat 2004 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-flat-2004-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Long Flat
13.5,White,Australia,"Smells of peach and creamy vanilla, and unfolds to reveal  forward apple, pear and oak flavors on the palate. Crisp in the mouth; enjoyable and uncomplicated overall. Imported by Marquee Selections.",Artisan Wines Classic,10,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Marquee 2004 Artisan Wines Classic Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2004-artisan-wines-classic-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2004,Marquee
13,White,Australia,"Fragrant tropical fruit flavors waft from the nose, but the palate is more understated, relying on mineral and chalk notes for flavor and texture. A simple, good choice whenever chicken breast is on the menu. Imported by Orientale Imports LLC.",,15,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Mad Fish 2004 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-fish-2004-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2004,Mad Fish
,Red,US,"This is a better wine than Maclean's '01, riper and richer. It shows blackberry, cassis and oak flavors, and a good structure. Still, it could use greater concentration.",,45,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maclean 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maclean-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Maclean
,White,US,"Here's a nice wine that's easy and clean, but has some real nuances that make it a repeat sipper. It's dryish, with just a hint of sweetness to the citrus, peach and apple flavors, and balanced with fine acids.",Valley Oaks,9,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Valley Oaks Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-valley-oaks-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Fetzer
,White,US,"Here's a friendly Chardonnay with bold flavors of peaches and tropical fruits, with a spicy dusting of oak. It has that nice, bright coastal acidity that balances the richness.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Domaine Santa Barbara 2004 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-barbara-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Domaine Santa Barbara
,Red,US,"Andretti has been working on Sangiovese for years. They've succeeded in getting the fruit ripe in berries, cherries, espresso and spices, and in a full-bodied mouthfeel with real oomph. Yet to come are layers of complexity and distinction.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2003 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2003-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2003,Andretti
13,White,Australia,"Comes from a vineyard in Queensland that is 850 meters above sea level. Smells like white chocolate and juicy peaches, with peach and lemon taking over on the palate. It's soft in the mouth, with the lemon contributing some sourness that lasts through the finish. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.",,13,85,Queensland,Granite Belt,,Ballandean 2004 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Granite Belt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballandean-2004-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-granite-belt/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Ballandean
14,Red,Australia,"Has earthy, brambly aromas, which follow through to give purple and red berries some luster. Has woody tannins, but also a narrow, hollow feel on the palate. A blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",Verse 1,15,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Brookland Valley 2002 Verse 1 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brookland-valley-2002-verse-1-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Brookland Valley
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells like toast and plush plums. The palate has a cool-vintage tanginess offsetting, perhaps overshadowing, its berry fruit. Dry; finishes with tangy oak. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Barossa Vines,12,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 2002 Barossa Vines Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2002-barossa-vines-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Grant Burge
,White,US,"This wine shows those crisp, bright, mouthwatering Central Coast acids. They perk up the lime and tropical fruit flavors enhanced with a touch of vanilla and smoke from barrels. Finishes spicy and dry.",Paragon,15,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2004 Paragon Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2004-paragon-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Edna Valley Vineyard
,Red,US,"It's a little hot, but there are some nice features to this Zin. It has an interesting range of flavors, from sage and blackberries to chocolate and raisins, and is very dry, with sturdy tannins. Plus, the price ain't bad.",Incredible Red Bin 116,12,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2003 Incredible Red Bin 116 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2003-incredible-red-bin-116-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"Super-tasty in blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors, this Zin couldn't possibly be riper or fruitier. On the other hand, it could be crisper. Those flavors, while delicious, feel a bit syrupy, due to insufficient acidity.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mia's Playground 2003 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mias-playground-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Mia's Playground
,Red,US,"I don't know what California Dolcetto is supposed to taste like, but this likeable wine resembles a light-bodied Zin. It has pleasant berry flavors, is dry, and has silky tannins.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2002 Dolcetto (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2002-italian-red-dolcetto-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Dolcetto,2002,Mosby
,Red,US,"Bone dry, acidic and tannic, and seemingly early picked, because there's not a whole lot of fruit, this is a lean Pinot Noir. Finishes with a scour of bitter coffee and cherryskin.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,40,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ortman Family 2003 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2003-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Ortman Family
,Red,US,"There's a baked, raisiny edge to this wine that detracts, like a bit of burnt crust on an otherwise tasty fruit tart. Good, rich fare might minimize it and accentuate the appealing cherry flavors and rich tannic structure.",Clements Ridge Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peters Family 2002 Clements Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2002-clements-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2002,Peters Family
,Sparkling,France,"A light, frothy style of Champagne, fresh and crisp with a high proportion of Pinot Noir in the blend, giving quite tight acidity in the aftertaste. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Brut Rosé,40,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
,Red,New Zealand,"Standard Marlborough fare, with cola and smoke adding complexity to cherry fruit. Turns earthy and tannic on the finish.",,,85,Marlborough,,,Terrace Heights Estate 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrace-heights-estate-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Terrace Heights Estate
,Red,US,"With a texturally rich mouthfeel that carries flavors ranging from blackberries, plums and coffee to sage and tobacco, and firm but fine tannins, this Merlot is easy to like. It finishes thin, but displays good balance.",Vintner's Collection,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2003 Vintner's Collection Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2003-vintners-collection-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2003,Sterling
,Red,New Zealand,"Favors a meaty, savory style, with ample dried spice and underbrush character. There's enough cherry fruit to support the other elements, along with an herbal edge on the finish. Imported by New Zealand Wine Imports.",,40,85,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Martinborough Vineyard
,Red,US,"Easy and gentle, with well-ripened cherry-berry flavors mingled with green peppercorn and dill, this Zin offers pleasure for its soft tannins and long finish. It has a dry, fruity, spicy finish.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2002 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2002-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Markham
14,Red,Australia,"I've come to like Katnook's wines quite a lot, but this one is a disappointment. Though the wine has cool cherry fruit and black pepper aromas, it feels tired and weak on the palate. The berry fruit starts showing through on the finish, but its cameo appearance just isn't enough. Imported by Freixenet USA.",,22,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Katnook Estate 2002 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katnook-estate-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2002,Katnook Estate
,White,US,"Citrusy and figgy,  backed up by brightening acidity. It finishes sweet in candied pineapple and lemon Lifesaver, although it's probably technically dry.",ES Vineyard,17,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,X 2004 ES Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2004-es-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,X
,Red,US,"This Zin wine is so ripe, the fruit tastes cooked, like the goo that oozes out from an oven-baked cherry or raspberry pie. There are also chocolate fudge notes, with a cassis finish. It's pretty exotic, but dry.",,20,85,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2003 Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2003-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Lolonis
,Red,US,"Drinks very soft, almost collapsed, in the mouth, but the flavors are pretty enough, suggesting a red cherry tart drizzled with vanilla and sprinkled with cocoa. The wine is fully dry, with dusty tannins on the finish.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2002 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2002-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2002,San Simeon
,Red,US,"Shows all the fine qualities you want in a Merlot, such as ripe, sweet cherry and blackberry fruit, finely ground tannins, balancing acidity and a touch of oak. If only it had concentration, it would be a far better wine.",,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Sterling
12.5,Red,Australia,"Loved it last vintage, so what happened here? Aromas are funky, horsey, almost saline. In the mouth, there's a smooth, minerally feel that falls off toward the back end, but it doesn't have the verve it has had. Black cherry flavors; lightly lollied on the finish. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Valley Farm Vineyard,35,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Labyrinth 2003 Valley Farm Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/labyrinth-2003-valley-farm-vineyard-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Labyrinth
13,Red,New Zealand,"Combines slightly confectionary notes of graham cracker crumbs, vanilla and cherries with herb and mushroom aromas. Sappy cherry flavors take on a resiny character, finishing crisp and persistent. Imported by L & R Imports LLC.",,23,85,Marlborough,,,Marlborough Wines 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marlborough-wines-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Marlborough Wines
,Red,US,"Plenty of ripe, juicy fruit in this wine, and it offers a pleasant experience with its smooth tannins and kiss of oak. The cherry, blackberry jam and cocoa flavors would be a good match for charbroiled beef.",Grand Archer,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2001 Grand Archer Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2001-grand-archer-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2001,Arrowood
,White,US,"You'll find some tasty apricots, peach and vanilla-oak flavors in this soft, creamy wine. It's a nice California Chardonnay, slightly sweet in the finish, and a great accompaniment to salmon or pork.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Chateau St. Jean
,White,US,"There's a lot of Chard character here, in the flavors of peaches, pears, Asian spices, buttery toast and cream. A large proportion of the grapes came from Monterey, which also helps explain the crispness.",Coastal Estates,11,85,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Coastal Estates Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-coastal-estates-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"There's a lot of rich cherry, blackberry and coffee fruit in this dry Cab. It's not too tannic, with just enough of a grip for balance. Very nice value.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Camelot 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Camelot
,Red,US,"Shows good Cabernet character in the full-bodied flavors of black currants, coffee and cocoa, and also shows Paso structure in the softness and low acids. Paso struggles to define its own style and Castoro is trying hard.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Castoro Cellars
,Red,US,"There's an orchard of fruit in this dry, smooth wine. The flavors range from blackberries and plums to cherries, with slightly bitter coffee notes. The tannins and acids stick out a bit now. Try holding until mid-2006.",,33,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Zahtila 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Zahtila
13.9,Red,Australia,"Rhône-styled and slight in build, this Shiraz deals an abundance of black pepper, earth and black cherry flavors. A cool and crisp style, and a relative bargain. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Scrubby Rise,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Wirra Wirra 2003 Scrubby Rise Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2003-scrubby-rise-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2003,Wirra Wirra
,Red,US,"I like this wine a lot for the great fruit. It's just jam-packed with ripe cherries, black raspberries, sweet blackberries, coffee and cocoa flavors that are rich in fruity essence, yet dry, soft and balanced. This is a good value in a red table wine.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Wine Block 2002 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-block-2002-merlot-other/,Merlot,2002,Wine Block
15,Red,Australia,"A lavishly oaked wine, with woody, coconutty flavors and aromas. There's fruit there—raspberry and cherry cordial on the nose, and some sour plum on the palate—but you're going to have to do some digging to get to it. Surely has its following, but is just too much for me. Imported by Australian Wine Connection.",Ben Schild Reserve,65,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Schild Estate 2003 Ben Schild Reserve Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2003-ben-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Schild Estate
,Red,US,"Good example of cool Central Coast Pinot, with its polished, jammy flavors of cherry and raspberry and dusty spices, complexed with smoky oak. Bright acidity and gentle tannins make for an easy drink. Light, but a pretty good value.",La Rochelle Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 2001 La Rochelle Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunce-vineyard-winery-2001-rochelle-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2001,Suncé Vineyard & Winery
,Red,New Zealand,"Toasty and bacony on the nose, but there's also a helping of black cherries. Shows more mushroom and forest-floor char-acter with time in the glass, and the fruit moves toward the background. Imported by Chez Suze Imports.",,25,86,Martinborough,,,Margrain 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margrain-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Margrain
,Red,New Zealand,"Darker and toastier than Matahiwi's regular bottling, but not appreciably more likable, with black cherry fruit and a slightly herbal note on the finish.",Holly,,86,Wairarapa,,,Matahiwi 2004 Holly Pinot Noir (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matahiwi-2004-holly-pinot-noir-wairarapa/,Pinot Noir,2004,Matahiwi
,White,US,"I like this smooth, dry wine, although it's rather overworked. The oak and lees are a bit obvious, yet the papaya and peach fruit flavors, and the acidity, are powerful enough to make it all work.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2003 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2003,Paraiso Vineyards
,Red,US,"This Pinot may develop additional bottle complexities, but right now it's extremely dry and rather thin in fruit, with a tobacco and herb streak that makes the acids and tannins stick out. It doesn't possess the lushness of the '01, but rather has a lean elegance.",West Terrace,40,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2002 West Terrace Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2002-west-terrace-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2002,Paraiso Vineyards
,White,US,"I tasted this alongside a Chard costing more than twice as much, and it held its own. The fruit, acids, oak, spice and creamy texture come together in an appealingly balanced package. Finishes dry, long and complex, but just a tad thin.",Pinnacles Ranches,12,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Estancia 2003 Pinnacles Ranches Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2003-pinnacles-ranches-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2003,Estancia
,Sparkling,France,"A simple, fresh style of wine, with attractive white currant flavors and good acidity. This Charles Lafitte brand describes itself as the successor to the George Goulet label, whose wines are now made elsewhere. Imported by Vranken America.",Cuvée Spéciale Brut,32,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Lafitte NV Cuvée Spéciale Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-lafitte-nv-cuvee-speciale-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Lafitte
13.5,White,Australia,"This unoaked Chard is floral, feminine and a little soft, showing melon, citrus, talc powder and apple aromas and flavors. A good warm-weather choice for picnics or parties. Imported by Conquest Beverage Group.",,14,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Bush Bike 2004 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bush-bike-2004-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2004,Bush Bike
,Red,US,"Don Sebastiani & Sons score big with this textured Cabernet. It's dry and velvety, with lush black currant and cocoa flavors and a coating of smoky oak. Except for the short finish, it's a very nice wine.",,13,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aquinas 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquinas-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Aquinas
,Sparkling,France,"A simple, fresh rosé, which has some attractive toasty bottle age. There is also a yeasty character, which leaves the fruit submerged in the more autolytic flavors. This is a fine rosé for food. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Brut Mosaïque Rosé,40,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart NV Brut Mosaïque Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-nv-brut-mosaique-rose-champagne-49775/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquart
13,Red,New Zealand,"Amply oaked, with menthol and chocolate scents that need time to integrate with cherry and anise aromas. Flavors veer toward cola, wintergreen and red cherries, finishing on a slightly dry, woody note. Imported by Wimbledon Wine Company.",Block 36 Reserve,39,86,Marlborough,,,Kathy Lynskey 2003 Block 36 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathy-lynskey-2003-block-36-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Kathy Lynskey
14,White,Australia,"A Sauvignon with a lot of heart, if not a lot of complexity. Offers citrus and tropical fruit edged with minerals; a good, everyday wine. Imported by Aussie Imports.",,18,86,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,3 Hills High 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-hills-high-2004-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,3 Hills High
,White,US,"Strong, distinctive and powerful, this Sauvignon Blanc explodes with gooseberry, lime zest, grapefruit, vanilla and wildflower flavors. It's light-bodied and very dry, with super acidity that makes it clean and vibrant.",,15,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Wattle Creek 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Wattle Creek
13.5,White,Australia,"A pretty, talc-mineral note pervades from nose to palate, bolstered by tangy peach and pear fruit. It's a lighter style of Chard, not an explosion of flavors; finishes with a buttery-lactic note. Imported by Epic Wines.",,17,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2003 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2003-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Yering Station
,Red,US,"At the equivalent of five bucks a bottle, this is a super value in Cabernet. You'll find real richness in the ripe black currant, chocolate and sweet oak flavors, and in the smooth texture. It's also wonderfully dry and balanced.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Wine Block 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-block-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Wine Block
14,Red,Australia,"Tastes cool and crisp, just as it smells: think dried cherry fruit, with a minty streak. Feels thin at first, but give it some time in the glass to come around. 25,000 cases produced. Imported by Windshaker Ridge Imports.",,13,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Windshaker Ridge 2003 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windshaker-ridge-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2003,Windshaker Ridge
,Red,New Zealand,"Boasts a Russian River Pinot-like nose of cola and cherries. Picks up flavors of vanilla and tart cherries, carried along by soft, creamy tannins, then turns crisp on the finish. Imported by E & J Gallo.",,28,86,Marlborough,,,Whitehaven 2003 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehaven-2003-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Whitehaven
,Red,New Zealand,"Mt. Difficulty's entry-level Pinot is from young vines. It features perfumed scents of cherries and a plump, juicy, fruit-laden midpalate, then thins out a bit on the finish, where it picks up some herbal notes. Imported by American Estates Wines, Inc.",Roaring Meg,20,86,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2004 Roaring Meg Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2004-roaring-meg-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2004,Mt. Difficulty
,White,US,"This is a fun wine. It has a rich, creamy texture, and is very flavorful, with white peach, apricot, spice and sweet oak flavors. The finish is oaky and bright with acidity.",Loma Pacific Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Marilyn Remark 2004 Loma Pacific Vineyard Marsanne (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-remark-2004-loma-pacific-vineyard-marsanne-central-coast-monterey-county/,Marsanne,2004,Marilyn Remark
,Red,New Zealand,"Comes across as slightly light on fruit and herbal, but delivers a plump mouthfeel. In the end, there's enough cherry fruit to give it a charming personality.",,,86,Wairarapa,,,Matahiwi 2004 Pinot Noir (Wairarapa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matahiwi-2004-pinot-noir-wairarapa/,Pinot Noir,2004,Matahiwi
,Red,New Zealand,"Light but pretty, offer-ing up floral, cola and cherry scents. It's a soft, easy-drinking style, with a tart, pie-cherry note on the finish. Imported by New Zealand Wine Imports.",,26,86,Marlborough,,,Framingham 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/framingham-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Framingham
,Red,US,"Dry and balanced, this Merlot has blackberry, mocha and anise flavors and well-developed tannins, with a bite of acidity in the finish. Drink now and for the next two years.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2003 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2003-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2003,Flora Springs
,Sparkling,France,"A quite green style of Champagne, very clean and very crisp. From one of the Champagne cooperatives, this is a great value wine, with pleasing freshness. Imported by Grape Expectations of Georgia.",Réserve Brut,38,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-reserve-brut-champagne-49759/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru
,Red,US,"This tastes like it came from premium cool growing areas. It's crisp in acids, light-bodied and dry. The flavors are all on the surface, but totally delicious. They include raspberries, red cherries, cola, cocoa, vanilla, toast and Asian spices.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2004 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2004-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Smoking Loon
,Red,US,"This high-altitude vineyard, way above Sonoma Valley, is often the source of tannic, ageworthy reds. In this warm vintage, the grapes grew very ripe, almost raisined, and the wine is soft. It's not going to age. But it's tasty now in black currant and chocolate flavors, and will be nice with barbecue.",Grand Reserve Monte Rosso Vineyard,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2001 Grand Reserve Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2001-grand-reserve-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2001,Villa Mt. Eden
15.3,Red,Australia,"A wine that was a contest entry, hence its name. It's rich, but a little hollow; as one taster says, it tries too hard. Aromas are of grape jelly, nutmeg and wheat bread. In the mouth, it has similar flavors. Imported by Epicurean Wines.",,16,86,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,The Winner's Tank 2004 Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-winners-tank-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2004,The Winner's Tank
,Red,New Zealand,"Tasted shortly after bottling, this wine was showing some of the effects, displaying a slightly muted nose and closed palate. It's still a pretty wine, blending cherries and vanilla in a light-bodied format. Imported by Robert Whale Selections Inc.",,25,86,Nelson,,,Seifried 2004 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2004-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2004,Seifried
13,White,Australia,"A thick, fat Gris. This version offers abundant peaches and apricots, spiced with some ginger, on both the nose and the palate. Pleasing and sunny; a good, food-friendly choice. Imported by Guardian of the Grape Imports.",Southern Highlands,16,86,Australia Other,Australia,,Cuttaway Hill Estate 2004 Southern Highlands Pinot Gris (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuttaway-hill-estate-2004-southern-highlands-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2004,Cuttaway Hill Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"Tart and juicy, with understated cherry and herb aromas and flavors. Solid Marlborough Pinot that's a bit racier than typical.",Single Vineyard,,85,Marlborough,,,Clifford Bay Estate 2004 Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clifford-bay-estate-2004-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Clifford Bay Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"Light and crisp, with plenty of cherry fruit. This is a bit simple, but tasty, and reasonably priced. Imported by Pacific Wine Partners.",,15,85,Marlborough,,,The Jibe 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jibe-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,The Jibe
12.5,White,Australia,"Smells of clarified butter. On the palate, it offers hints of citrus and white peach, and a medium body. Dry on the finish, with more citrus. Imported by Klassen Wines.",,15,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Gorge 2004 Pinot Grigio (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorge-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-hunter-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Gorge
,Red,US,"Combines ultraripe black currant, cassis, cherry and coffee flavors with some oak, wrapped in a tart, dry texture that finishes with a sharp edge of tannins. Best to let this still-young wine sit for a year or two.",Private Reserve,36,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2001 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2001-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Château Julien
,White,US,"Pretty good price for this clean, vibrantly tart wine. It's a little simple, but has pleasant tastes of citrus, flower, orange zest and litchi, with a spicy, fruity finish.",Winemaker's Collection,10,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2004 Winemaker's Collection Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2004-winemakers-collection-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2004,Jekel
13,White,Australia,"On the nose, has a confected, lemon soda-poppy aroma. Heavy on the palate, with a zip of citrus on the finish. Imported by Foster's Wine Estates Americas.",Bin75,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2003 Bin75 Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2003-bin75-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2003,Lindemans
,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and simple, with cherry-chocolate flavors, this dry red wine simply lacks vivacity.",Private Reserve,36,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2001 Private Reserve Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2001-private-reserve-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2001,Château Julien
,Red,US,"Soft and flat, with sugary-sweet flavors of coffee and gritty tannins.",Cobble Creek Vineyard,25,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2003 Cobble Creek Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2003-cobble-creek-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Castoro Cellars
,White,US,"Hits the jackpot with incredibly intense swirls of pineapple, mango, orange blossom, butterscotch, lemon custard, vanilla and spice flavors that come together in a rich, creamy drink. Fabulous intensity and length to this completely satisfying Chardonnay.",,34,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Vine Cliff 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2003-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Vine Cliff
,White,US,"I don't know why Scherrer's Laguna bottling costs the same as their regular Russian River Pinot, because it's a better wine. Firmly structured in acids and tannins, it shows waves of cherries, black raspberries, cola, sweet leather, rhubarb and spices that are endlessly complex and rewarding.",Laguna,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Scherrer 2002 Laguna Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-laguna-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Scherrer
,Red,US,"Structure defines this superb Pinot Noir. It's dramatic in fruit, with tantalizingly ripe black cherry and cola flavors, and has been generously oaked, but it's the classic acid-tannin balance elevates it. Like all great Pinots, it teases the palate, now one thing, now another. Drink now through 2007.",Earthquake Block Don Miguel Vineyard,42,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2003 Earthquake Block Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2003-earthquake-block-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Marimar Estate
13.5,White,Austria,"Terrific nearly-dry Riesling. Fruit-filled yet not simple at all, boasting a harmonious mix of apple, pear and peach fruit, accented by honey and a hint of anise. It's large-scaled, unctuous on the palate, yet never seems heavy. A blend of botrytized and clean fruit. Imported by Winemonger.com.",1000 Eimerberg Smaragd,25,92,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2003 1000 Eimerberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2003-1000-eimerberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2003,Gritsch Mauritiushof
,Red,US,"Harmonique has released two '02 Pinots from Anderson Valley and they display how the terroir varies. This one, from a cooler site, is the darker, more full-bodied. It's exceptionally rich in cherry jam flavors, yet delicate and silky.",The Noble One,48,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Harmonique 2002 The Noble One Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmonique-2002-noble-one-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Harmonique
,White,US,"Made from wild yeasts, hence the name, this wine is twice the size of Husch's regular '03 Sauvignon Blanc. It's rich and intense in fig, apple, grapefruit, honeydew and spice flavors, with a creamy texture brightened by firm acids and sweetened with considerable oak. One of the more rewarding Sauvignon Blancs I've had in a while.",Renegade,18,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2003 Renegade Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2003-renegade-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Husch
,Red,US,"One of the last released '01 Napa Cabs, this wine exemplifies Mondavi's moderated approach. It's a big wine, but you can sense the pullback in this superripe vintage. Strong in blackberry and cherry fruit, but with a restrained earthiness and good acidity that keeps it from being flabby. Yet it will age with the best of them.",,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-45578/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"This wine shows the full-body of a Cabernet Sauvignon, but the fruit profile is entirely different. Here, it's all red cherries. Yet the oak, tannins and acids are those of a fine Cab. It's a little lighter, but no less fine.",Gallagher's Vineyard,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Smith Wooton 2002 Gallagher's Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-wooton-2002-gallaghers-vineyard-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Smith Wooton
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A big, perfumed, delicious wine that seduces with its opulence and generosity. It also offers some dry tannins which beautifully frame the ripe, red fruits. Imported by Signature Imports.",Director's Choice Vintage,19,91,Port,,,Poças 2003 Director's Choice Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2003-directors-choice-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Poças
,Red,US,"With a bit of Sangiovese blended in, this wine is earthier, drier and tarter than VJB's “V” Cabernet, with which it was released. It has flavors of herbs and cherries, and is very dry. The extra acidity and firmer structure make it a more interesting wine, perfect for a barbecued steak.",Dante,36,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,VJB 2002 Dante Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2002-dante-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,VJB
,Red,Spain,"This icon Spanish Cabernet hails from a 72-acre plot in Penedès. It's 100% Cabernet, aged in new French oak for 18 months. It has a roasted charcoal and lemon-peel nose, followed by herbs, cherry and cassis flavors. It has mouthfeel and structure, with fine coffee and chocolate finishing notes. Best around 2009–2112.",Mas La Plana,50,91,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2001 Mas La Plana Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2001-mas-plana-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Torres
,White,South Africa,"A delicious example of dry Chenin Blanc. With currant aromas, and a full, fruity palate, this is big, rich and concentrated, with flavors of pears, white currants and a touch of mint to give it a lift. From the same winery as the Black Rock range, this is a fine wine. Imported by Vinnovative Imports.",,9,91,Stellenbosch,,,Winery of Good Hope 2005 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winery-good-hope-2005-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Winery of Good Hope
,Dessert,US,"Winemaster Bob Cabral has crafted a dessert wine that's sweet, balanced and refined, in no small part due to excellent acidity, which keeps you coming back. The flavors of apricots, honey and spices are delicious, and finish long and clean.",Vista Verde Vineyard Late Harvest,35,91,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2003 Vista Verde Vineyard Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-vista-verde-vineyard-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Gewürztraminer,2003,Williams Selyem
14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and full of tar, tree bark, smoke and black fruit. This one sings a pretty tune, especially with its powerful berry, chocolate and vanilla flavors. Finishes in smooth, mouthfilling form, with espresso and black cherry massing at the tape. Imported by Vintus.",Max Reserva,21,91,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2003 Max Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2003-max-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Errazuriz
,White,France,"This is a perfumed style of Riesling, full of hedgerow aromas and great, fresh acidity. It has a fine structure to go with its delicious fruit, which suggests it will age well. Bone dry, and an excellent food wine. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Beblenheim,22,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2002 Beblenheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2002-beblenheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,White,France,"Concentrated fruit from 75-year-old vines went into new oak for 23 months—and emerged barely showing it. There's great richness and minerality allied to pineapple and citrus flavors and a long, focused finish. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",La Croix,30,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Robert-Denogent 2002 La Croix  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-robert-denogent-2002-croix-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2002,Domaine Robert-Denogent
,Red,US,"This is a darker, richer Zin than Quivira's regular wine. It has a milk chocolate edge to the black currants and cassis, but shares the same claret-like balance and elegance.",Anderson Road,30,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2002 Anderson Road Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2002-anderson-road-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Quivira
,White,Portugal,"This is a serious, complex wine, from the Casal Branco estate. It has aromas of wood, spice, toast and white fruits. The palate is packed with intense, dense fruit, shot through with fresh acidity and wood. Ageworthy, it should mature for 5 years or more. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",,6,91,Ribatejano,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 2003 White (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-2003-white-ribatejano/,Portuguese White,2003,Quinta do Casal Branco
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The Serpa Pimentel family's estate is located on the south side of the Douro, in the hills leading to Lamego. This Port is a triumph for an estate better known for table wines. It is very pure, and flavored with dark red fruits, blackberry jelly and a touch of bitter chocolate. A solid, enjoyable wine.",Vintage,,91,Port,,,Quinta da Pacheca 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pacheca-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta da Pacheca
15,Red,Italy,"Highly attractive and rich, with lovely marzipan, blackberry, raisin and toast. Seductive and stylish, with loads of black fruit and chocolate. Chewy, long and succulent. If you like yours big, pour a glass of this and dig in.",,52,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Nicolis
,Red,US,"Much better than Reynold's Napa bottling. Maybe it's Stags Leap, maybe block selection, but it's a true reserve, richer, denser, and more concentrated, complex and rewarding. Deep in cassis and plum fruit, it's quite a tannic wine. Hold until 2007 and beyond.",Reserve,89,91,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Reynolds 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Reynolds
,White,France,"Sheltered by some of the highest Vosges mountains, the Clos Rouffach, with its chalk soil, is great for Riesling. This wood-aged wine, from Riesling master René Muré, is big, ripe and powerful. It's a great wine, very modern and polished, with a nice mineral character. Imported by Robert Kacher Imports.",Clos de Rouffach,17,91,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2002 Clos de Rouffach Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2002-clos-rouffach-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,René Muré
,White,US,"Edna Valley presents near-perfect conditions for Burgundian varieties. This Chardonnay has superb acidity, and the fruit has ripened brilliantly. The wine shows explosive tropical fruit, lime pie, vanilla and smoky oak flavors, in a rich and creamy texture that finishes dry.",Chamisal Vineyards,24,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2003 Chamisal Vineyards Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2003-chamisal-vineyards-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Alfred
,Red,US,"This is DCV's first Cab made entirely of Dry Creek fruit. It's a big, dark, dry wine, rich in dusty tannins, with an astringent finish. Doesn't seem drinkable now, but such is the core of dark stone fruits, I suspect it has a great future. Hold beyond 2007.",,19,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Dry Creek Vineyard
15,Red,Italy,"Dark as night, with touches of aged balsamic vinegar, black olive and fruitcake on the rich, youthful bouquet. As a brand new Amarone, it's full of rock-hard tannins and intensity. Definitely chewy and big at this point, but with plenty of fruit in reserve. It should settle down in the years to come.",,39,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2002  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2002-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2002,Domìni Veneti
15.5,Red,Italy,"Nice and sturdy on the bouquet, where dainty cedar notes blend perfectly with cola, gingerbread and tree bark. Healthy and muscular, with intense cherry, plum and raspberry flavors. Throughout there's power and pizzazz, and just enough sweet chocolaty notes to make it friendly. A winner with some kick.",Monte Cà Bianca,75,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 1999 Monte Cà Bianca  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-1999-monte-ca-bianca-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Begali
,Red,US,"Combining ripe fruit with substantial oak, this Bordeaux blend is another example of how great the '01 vintage continues to be. The flavors, of cassis, black currants, cocoa and licorice, are impressively deep and long-lasting. Drink now and over the next few years.",Cuvée de la Luna,30,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2001 Cuvée de la Luna Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2001-cuvee-luna-red-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Valley of the Moon
,Red,US,"I like this Merlot a lot. It's in-your-face with potent cherry, chocolate and violet notes, as well as plenty of oak, and backed up with firm, chewy tannins. It has subtle nuances that keep you coming back for more.",,30,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Swanson 2002 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2002-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2002,Swanson
,White,France,"This wine comes from the grand cru of Eichberg. This is a great wine, beautifully aromatic, just beginning to show some petrol character accenting its soft, ripe, fresh fruit. This is a delicious wine, one that still has plenty of years ahead of it. Imported by Martine's Wines.",R Rare,48,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2000 R Rare Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2000-r-rare-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Leon Beyer
15,Red,Italy,"Snappy and zesty from the very start, something we describe as “elegant.” This wine has some of the requisite richness and prune character of a good Amarone, but it leans more to red fruit, freshness and pop than heaviness. A sure thing with food, something many can't offer.",Estate Bottled,60,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Le Ragose 1999 Estate Bottled  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ragose-1999-estate-bottled-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1999,Le Ragose
,White,South Africa,"This estate is widely reputed for its Chenin Blanc. And no wonder, with this very dry, ripe character wine spiced with cinnamon and citrus. This is a full, creamy style, which matures well, and will certainly be even more impressive in 8–9 years. Imported by Wingard.",L'Avenir,,91,Stellenbosch,,,Laroche 2005 L'Avenir Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laroche-2005-lavenir-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Laroche
,White,France,"A great, intense wine, probably the most impressive in the line-up of Kuentz-Bas grand crus. The structure, tannins and concentrated fruit all work together, while the toast and green apples combine to give it both depth and a lift. It should age as well, over the next 5–10 years. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Grand Cru Brand,42,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2000 Grand Cru Brand Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2000-grand-cru-brand-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Kuentz-Bas
14,Red,Argentina,"Driving and powerful. The nose offers balsamic notes along with piercing hints of road tar, crude oil, crushed lavender and leather. The palate is packed full of tobacco, citrus and bright berry fruit. Not the least bit soft, with a zesty mouthfeel that toes the line between balanced and overt. Will show its best in 2006–07. Imported by Epic Wines.",Reserve,40,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2003 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2003-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Melipal
16,Red,Italy,"Dried fruit with a lot of woody, spicy aromas make for an alluring, somewhat rustic nose. The palate, however, delivers round fruit flavors touched up by plenty of sweet mocha and vanilla notes. Finely textured, with a long, supple finish. Almost a no-brainer as goes Amarone.",Campolongo di Torbe,110,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 1999 Campolongo di Torbe  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1999-campolongo-torbe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Masi
,White,US,"Spicy and rich, this Chard is a bit softer than Scherrer's Fort Ross bottling, and is also leesy and oaky. The flavors are of peaches and apples. It shows a balanced complexity throughout.",Helfer Vineyard,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Scherrer 2002 Helfer Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-helfer-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Scherrer
13.5,Red,Chile,"Smells lovely, with cedar, tea and cassis mingling effortlessly on the nose. In the mouth, it's bigger and fleshier than the '99 or '00, with a long finish filled with sweet fruit.",Cabo de Hornos,35,91,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2001 Cabo de Hornos Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2001-cabo-hornos-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,San Pedro
,White,South Africa,"Named after winemaker Sebastian Beaumont's grandmother, this is a fine, barrel-fermented Chenin that balances elegant citrus fruit with spice and fresh toast. A delicious, dry food style of Chenin. Imported by wine@34south.",Hope Marguerite,21,91,Walker Bay,,,Beaumont 2004 Hope Marguerite Chenin Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-2004-hope-marguerite-chenin-blanc-walker-bay/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Beaumont
,Red,US,"Wonderful Zin. Showcases just what these old vines are capable of. Intense, focused flavors of cherries, raspberries and ripe pomegranates, wrapped in a rich, creamy texture that finishes with a scour of spice. Totally dry, and best of all, it's not too high in alcohol.",Century Vines,28,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2002 Century Vines Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2002-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Sausal
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A fairly big (14.5% alcohol), chewy wine, but one that delivers waves of lush fruit. Plum and cassis notes are framed by hints of smoke and cedar; the merest hint of green herbs adds complexity without detracting. Long and supple on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Series C,70,92,Paarl,,,Vilafonté 2003 Series C Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilafonte-2003-series-c-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Vilafonté
,Red,US,"Compared to Twisted Oak's *%#&@! Rhône blend, this is more full-bodied and tannic, no doubt due to the Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot in the blend, which also includes Tempranillo. It's rich in black currants and spices and a touch of smoky oak. Very sophisticated, it represents a tremendous advancement in Calaveras County winemaking.",The Spaniard,35,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Twisted Oak 2002 The Spaniard Red (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2002-spaniard-red-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Red Blend,2002,Twisted Oak
,White,South Africa,"Rated the top Chenin in South Africa in 2005, this is a serious but delicious wine. It has a toasty character from wood fermentation and aging, but a character which does not dominate the sweet fruit. Spice and honey come from the tropical flavors, but the final taste is of crispness and acidity.",Robusto,,92,Stellenbosch,,,Rudera 2002 Robusto Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudera-2002-robusto-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2002,Rudera
,Red,US,"My favorite of Quivira's Zins. From east-facing slopes, this dense and concentrated wine captures intense berry and cherry flavors and focuses them with laserlike intensity. The fruit sinks down deep into the tastebuds, while rich, dusty tannins provide the proper structure.",Wine Creek Ranch,30,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2002 Wine Creek Ranch Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2002-wine-creek-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Quivira
,Red,US,"Absolutely delicious, compulsively drinkable. This is quintessential Dry Creek Zin, robust yet fine, packed with sweet wild berry and fruit flavors, spicy and balanced. There's a polish of raisins and chocolate on the finish that make it especially delightful.",,25,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Optima 2003 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/optima-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Optima
,White,France,"The Humbrechts only have Riesling vines in the Brand vineyard, because they believe it yields elegant wines that are never too powerful. This is the case with this rich, dry but full of finesse quaff. It has good acidity, great floral aromas and flavors of green fruits, along with a great aging potential. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Grand Cru Brand Turckheim,96,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2001 Grand Cru Brand Turckheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2001-grand-cru-brand-turckheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,"Blended from 10 plots of vines, all over 30 years of age, with most planted in 1929, this is Château de Fuissé's ultimate cuvée, and the one intended to have the most longevity. In 2003, it's incredibly rich and honeyed, with notes of grilled nuts balanced by fresh peach and melon flavors. Long on the finish. Drink now–2015. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Vieilles Vignes,50,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2003 Vieilles Vignes  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2003-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2003,Château de Fuissé
,Red,US,"This Pinot is so addictively delicious. It's a big wine, in color and even some tannins, with juicy cherry, plum and cola flavors, but somehow manages to maintain elegance and delicacy. What a finish. It goes on for a full minute.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"A ripe but firm, balanced Cabernet. The black currant and cassis flavors mesh well with the oak and soft tannins, leading to real elegance. Drinks well now, but should hold for a good 10 years, if not longer.",Vintage Selection,51,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2002 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2002-vintage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Charles Krug
,Red,US,"The big '01s are still rolling out. This one's very fine and Oakville-y, showing well-oaked, lush black currant and cassis fruit, with a cocoa finish. It has soft, intricately sweet tannins. It's quite delicious now, but seems balanced enough to age through the medium term. Drink before 2010.",Benchland Select,95,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 2001 Benchland Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-2001-benchland-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Cakebread
,White,France,"This is one superrich wine, with some light toast character and already a touch of petrol. It has freshness and spice, plus intense acidity and elegance. A Peter Vezan Selection, various U.S. importers.",Grand Cru Schlossberg,33,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Paul Blanck 2001 Grand Cru Schlossberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-blanck-2001-grand-cru-schlossberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Paul Blanck
,Red,US,"After all the Sideways kicks Merlot took, this wine shows there's a real future for the variety, if vintners will take it seriously. It has the classic structure of a Cabernet, yet is softer and gentler, although no less complex and rewarding. The cherry compote, cocoa and vanilla flavors are reminiscent of the candies and desserts we grew up with, with sophistication and flair.",T-bar-T Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2002 T-bar-T Vineyard Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2002-t-bar-t-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2002,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"I've never quite understood why California vintners bottle Cab Franc separately, but this wine shows why the great ones deserve it. Where Cabernet Sauvignon is all black currants, this is cherries, pure and simple. It's got the balance, finesse, complexity and allure that Iron Horse T-bar-T reds consistently show, with a different flavor profile.",T-bar-T Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2002 T-bar-T Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2002-t-bar-t-vineyard-cabernet-franc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"From hillside blocks in a prime Oakville location, this Cab is oakier and considerably more concentrated than Kelham's regular '00. It's loaded upfront with cassis, black currant, red cherry and oaky flavors, and has rich, firm tannins. Drink now through 2010.",Reserve,75,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Kelham 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelham-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Kelham
,Fortified,Portugal,"After a trial of different brandies to fortify the wine made from the Moscatel grapes in Setúbal, winemaker Domingos Soares Franco found that adding Armagnac resulted in a more supple, fresh and complex Moscatel de Setúbal. This is certainly complex and rich, but also with a distinct dry element, a great grapy character and a delicious poise. This is still fresh, and will continue to age in bottle. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",Domingos Soares Franco Colecção Privado,,92,Moscatel de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2001 Domingos Soares Franco Colecção Privado  (Moscatel de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2001-domingos-soares-franco-coleccao-privado-muscat-moscatel-moscatel-setubal/,Moscatel,2001,José Maria da Fonseca
,White,France,"Produced only in top vintages, Jubilee Hugel comes from grand cru vineyards in Riquewihr. It is a wonderful, dry wine, flavored with almonds and grapefruit. It has good acidity, a fine structure and elegance. Pure, superb and long-lasting. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Jubilee Hugel,42,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2002 Jubilee Hugel Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2002-jubilee-hugel-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Hugel
,Red,US,"With a little Syrah and Mour-vèdre, this young, dark purple wine is tight, tannic and acidic. It desperately needs time. Even as little as six months should soften it, and tease out the sweet cherry and spice flavors. Finishes with fabulous complexity.",,26,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Unti 2003 Grenache (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/unti-2003-grenache-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Grenache,2003,Unti
,Red,US,"You'd think this Cab Franc, Cab Sauvignon and Syrah blend would be full bodied, but it's really quite racy and elegant. It impresses for its airy, transparent quality, and the purity of the plum, coffee, spicebox, cocoa and grilled meat flavors. The tannins are smooth and subtle.",Threesome,35,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Thumbprint Cellars 2002 Threesome Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thumbprint-cellars-2002-threesome-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Thumbprint Cellars
,Red,US,"This is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel. The Bordeaux varieties make for a balanced claret, rich in black currant flavors. The Zin is way in the background, but seems to add spice and a brambly edge. Oak brings cigar box and cedar complexities. Drink now.",Secolo,30,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2002 Secolo Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2002-secolo-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2002,Sebastiani
,White,US,"Deliciously firm and complex, this Chard shows well-ripened tropical fruit flavors with a mineral-and-steel tanginess and high acidity. It's well-oaked, but those sappy, charry vanilla flavors really play well against the fruit.",Fort Ross Vineyard,28,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Scherrer 2002 Fort Ross Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-fort-ross-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2002,Scherrer
,Red,US,"Even for 2001, this is a tremendous Merlot, huge in flavor, and stunning for its volume. Atypically, it has an almost Rhône-like quality of violets and lavender, sweet anise and cherries, and the woody, charry new oak really stands out. This beautiful wine is very long in the middle and finish, and should improve for several years.",,26,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rafanelli 2001 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rafanelli-2001-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2001,Rafanelli
,White,US,"Released at the same price as Scherrer's regular Chard from this vineyard, this one's more intense and focused in tropical fruit. It may have more oak, too, to judge from the flamboyant spice and vanilla. Either way, it's a darned good wine.",Fort Ross Vineyard Reserve,28,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Scherrer 2002 Fort Ross Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-fort-ross-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2002,Scherrer
,Fortified,Portugal,"A classic fortified wine from just south of Lisbon, this Moscatel de Setúbal is a beautifully smooth, nutty wine, with acidity and freshness along with sweetness. Surprisingly light, despite its 18% alcohol, its closest parallel is Madeira rather than Port. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",Alambre 20 years,62,92,Moscatel de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca NV Alambre 20 years  (Moscatel de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-nv-alambre-20-years-muscat-moscatel-moscatel-setubal/,Moscatel,,José Maria da Fonseca
15,Red,Italy,"Slightly heavy, but by no means has it lost its style, balance or zip. The bouquet is packed with road tar, dark cherry and chocolate, and all together we found it “simpatico.” As for flavors, look for chocolate, cherries, and Middle Eastern spices. Loaded with size and subtleties.",Sergio Zenato,90,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2000 Sergio Zenato  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2000-sergio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Zenato
,Red,US,"Light in color, but robust, this Pinot has pure aromas that invite you right in. Rhubarb, red cherry, cola, tangerine zest and peppery spice flavors come together in a silky-smooth wine that's rich in sweet, toasty oak. Very fine.",Schneider Vineyard,36,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Thumbprint Cellars 2002 Schneider Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thumbprint-cellars-2002-schneider-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Thumbprint Cellars
,Red,US,"Released about a year later than the regular '01, this is still a pretty tannic Cab. But it's rich enough now to have with a good steak, and in fact a beef dish with a wine reduction sauce could be perfect. The oak is smoky-sweet and filled with vanilla, the overall impression high-class.",Reserve,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,William Hill Estate
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An impressive, finely tannic Port with solid, ripe fruits and great black jelly and fig flavors. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Vintage,95,92,Port,,,Churchill's 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Churchill's
,Red,US,"This 100% Merlot is so voluptuous, it reminds you of a great Pomerol. It's big and rich in black cherry, vanilla and smoky char, with a nice, peppery finish. Shows great weight and volume, and lots of elegance.",,90,92,California,Napa,Oakville,M. Cosentino 2002 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2002-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2002,M. Cosentino
,White,France,"Very closed after its recent bottling, but shows even more length, minerality and finesse than Robert-Denogent's other bottlings. I've no doubt it will emerge in several years even better. An incredible Pouilly-Fuissé. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Cuvée Claude Denogent,38,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Robert-Denogent 2002 Cuvée Claude Denogent  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-robert-denogent-2002-cuvee-claude-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2002,Domaine Robert-Denogent
,Red,US,"Coming off the high hills of the Mayacamas despite the valley designation, this Cab showcases the softness and slight herbaceousness of Alexander Valley Cabs, along with mountain intensity and the power of winemaker Forrest Tancer's low-yield viticulture. It's a beautiful wine, generous and complex, rich in fruit yet dry, balanced and elegant.",T-bar-T Vineyard,35,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2002 T-bar-T Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2002-t-bar-t-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Iron Horse
15,Red,Italy,"Deep and eminently attractive, with huge aromas of raisin, fudge, prune and fruitcake. As broad and smooth goes, this is it. The feel is velvety, the depth coming in several layers. Elegant, forceful and a bit hedonistic.",,42,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nando 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nando-2000-italian-red-corvina-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Nando
,White,France,"A huge Riesling, smothered with powerful, pure white fruits and delicious flavors of toast. It is rich and opulent, with good acidity and a great, intense, long-lasting aftertaste. It comes from a vineyard that is dry even for Alsace, in the shadow of the 2,700 foot Undersberg. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Grand Cru Muenchberg,50,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ostertag 2002 Grand Cru Muenchberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ostertag-2002-grand-cru-muenchberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Ostertag
15,Red,Italy,"Starts out sly and smooth and gains complexity as it opens. The bouquet is classy, with scents of black cherry, fine leather and spice. Perfectly balanced on the palate, and sporting a classic mix of cherry, plum and vanilla flavors. Feels great at all stops, with some chocolate to the ever-lasting finish. Can drink now or hold for up to 10 years.",,55,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Santa Sofia 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Santa Sofia
,Red,US,"Grapes for this very distinctive Merlot used to go to Duckhorn. The wine is soft and sensual, showing red and black cherry fruit, with an edge of cocoa, and robust but sweet tannins. Should hold well for six years.",,45,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Kelham 2001 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelham-2001-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2001,Kelham
,White,US,"There's something about certain Central Coast Chards that's delicious, bright, pure in tangerine, papaya and honey, brilliant in acidity, and just so drinkable. This is one. It's quite a wine, and at this price, a comparative value.",Edna Ranch,20,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2003 Edna Ranch Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2003-edna-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Tolosa
,Red,US,"This is, shall we say, a voluminous Pinot, the kind this vineyard produces regularly. It's dark, full-bodied and rich in black and red berry fruit, with fresh acidity. We now know that a Pisoni Pinot like this will improve in the cellar. Best to let it be until 2008.",Pisoni Vineyard,54,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2003 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2003-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Testarossa
15,Red,Italy,"Intriguing and complex, with alluring aromas of campfire, citrus peel, cinnamon and cedar. Offers fine fruit and highly commendable balance, as the palate is juiced with acidity, cherry and raspberry flavors, and more. Smoky on the finish, with a bit of sweet caramel.",Gioé,72,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Santa Sofia 1998 Gioé  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-1998-gioe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Santa Sofia
,Red,US,"What a beautiful wine. It has Merlot's fleshy softness, but with a firm structure of finely ground tannins. Flavorwise, it packs cherry, blackberry, plum, coffee and cocoa flavors, with oak contributing a rich overlay of sweet vanilla and char. Drink now in its exuberant youth.",Reserve,76,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2002 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2002-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Rutherford Hill
,Red,US,"Dark, superextracted in fruit, and with oak detailing, the '02 Eagle is drinkable now, due to its soft, creamy mouthfeel. Floods the palate with black cherry, crème de cassis and milk chocolate flavors. Has enough rich tannins and acids to balance and hold through 2010.",,300,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Screaming Eagle 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screaming-eagle-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Screaming Eagle
,White,France,"This is the vineyard that Paul Blanck made its own, being almost single-handedly responsible for its classification as grand cru. It certainly deserves the promotion, because the Rieslings are great wines, full of currants and mineral flavors. This wine has an intensity of flavor that comes from aging in large wood barrels. Cellar this for five years or more. A Peter Vezan Selection, various U.S. importers.",Grand Cru Furstentum,35,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Paul Blanck 2001 Grand Cru Furstentum Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-blanck-2001-grand-cru-furstentum-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Paul Blanck
15,Red,US,"If you like your Pets awesomely dark and extracted, with enormous fruit and lavish oak, you'll enjoy this only-in-California wine. Tastes like a rum-soaked blackberry and chocolate cake, sprinkled with cinnamon, with a peppery edge. But it's dry and soft.",Cupa Grandis Grand Barrel Reserve,40,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2002 Cupa Grandis Grand Barrel Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2002-cupa-grandis-grand-barrel-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2002,EOS
,Red,US,"I've been impressed by this wine for years. Made from a high mountain vineyard in the Mayacamas range, it's dense in black currant, cherry and herb flavors, and well-structured, with a pretty coat of oak. Firm but pliant tannins and good, crisp acids frame the fruit, lending this Cab elegance and subtlety. Should develop well for 10 years.",Kumelis Vineyard,42,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2002 Kumelis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2002-kumelis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"This is a better wine in every sense than the winery's regular Pinot. It's darker and richer in fruit, with waves of cherry, pomegranate, cola, mocha, vanilla and smoke flavors cascading over the palate. Despite the size, it's silky and elegant.",Chamisal Vineyards Califa,48,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2003 Chamisal Vineyards Califa Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2003-chamisal-califa-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Alfred
15.5,Red,Italy,"This is one beautiful wine, something our tasting panel could agree on to a person. We loved the meaty, smoky nose along with the lush palate that oozes pure red fruit, vanilla, chocolate and dried spices. It's everything you'd want in a young Amarone, and a little bit more.",Selezione Antonio Castagnedi,50,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2000 Selezione Antonio Castagnedi  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2000-selezione-antonio-castagnedi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2000,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"José and Manuel Vizeu have been grape growers for three generations, and have been bottling their own wine since the 1980s. This is a dense, deep powerful Port, with firm tannins. It is sweet, structured and impressive.",Vintage,,93,Port,,,Quinta das Baldias 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-baldias-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta das Baldias
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dark, dense wine, packed with dry fruits and firm tannins. There are coffee and bitter cherry flavors. All these elements come together to produce a dry but fruity style of wine, which, like all Dow wines, is sure to age well. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",Vintage,80,93,Port,,,Dow's 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Dow's
10.6,Dessert,US,"It's time to admit this wine into the elite of California dessert sippers. It's always dependably rewarding in apricot, wild honey and vanilla flavors, unctuously sweet, and well-balanced in acids. This year's offering is true to form.",Tears of Dew Late Harvest Moscato,20,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2003 Tears of Dew Late Harvest Moscato Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2003-tears-dew-late-harvest-moscato-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2003,EOS
,White,France,"Fruit from the grand cru vineyard of Pfersigberg forms the backbone to this great wine. Petrol and mineral aromas are a great introduction to the bone-dry white fruit, layers of citrus and crisp finishing acidity on the palate. It is still young, and surely needs another 10 years to mature. Imported by Martine's Wines.",Cuvée Comtes d'Eguisheim,52,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2000 Cuvée Comtes d'Eguisheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2000-cuvee-comtes-deguisheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Leon Beyer
,Red,US,"This is a Bordeaux blend, but it's feminine and delicate, almost evanescent. There's no Cabernet Sauvignon to weigh down the Cabernet Franc and Merlot, and the tannins are light and airy. Yet it's complex and nuanced, with cherry, pomegranate, crème de cassis and coffee flavors leading to a dry, smooth finish.",Bourriquot,35,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Havens 2001 Bourriquot Red (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/havens-2001-bourriquot-red-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Havens
,Red,US,"What a beautiful opening aroma. Cedar, cigar box, and pure smoky oak mingle with ripe cassis and black currants, and an earthy mix of green olives and grilled meat. Drinking ripely sweet in fruit, with beautiful tannins, this smooth Cab drinks well now and should hold through 2015.",,50,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Ranch 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Oakville Ranch
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This may be called “Secundum,” or “second wine,” but this is as fine a vintage Port as many so-called first wines. The tannins are huge, dense, dry, designed for the long haul. The Port is packed with ripe fruit, cassis flavors and an herbal layer. The style is big and opulent, backed up with tannins. Imported by Martine's Wines.",Secundum Vintage,58,93,Port,,,Niepoort 2003 Secundum Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2003-secundum-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Niepoort
,Red,Portugal,"Domingos Soares Franco, the winemaking director of J.M. da Fonseca, has sought to make a wine using old techniques such as open lagares with foot treading for fermentation. Made entirely from Touriga Nacional, this is a rich and juicy fruited wine, with wood flavors and elegant, soft tannins. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",Domingos Soares Franco Colecção Privado,,93,Terras do Sado,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2003 Domingos Soares Franco Colecção Privado Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2003-domingos-soares-franco-coleccao-privado-red-terras-sado/,Portuguese Red,2003,José Maria da Fonseca
,White,US,"Tasted alongside Scherrer's regular Sonoma Coast Pinot, this one's considerably richer and crisper. It's tart in fresh young acids, with marvelously complex waves of cherries, pomegranates, cola, sweet rhubarb, espresso and pepper, in a silky-smooth texture. Offers compellingly good drinking.",Fort Ross Vineyard,38,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Scherrer 2002 Fort Ross Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-fort-ross-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2002,Scherrer
,White,South Africa,"Five generations of the Nieuwoud family have run the Cederberg farm, and this wine, along with a Cabernet Sauvignon, are here to commemorate. This is a great full-bodied white, showing a successful marriage of wood and peachy, aromatic fruit, layered with acidity. A delicious wine with aging potential. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",Five Generations,35,93,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2003 Five Generations Chenin Blanc (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2003-five-generations-chenin-blanc-cederberg/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Cederberg
14.5,Red,US,"Dominated by Merlot, this is a soft wine with cherry, blueberry and blackberry flavors. There's an earthiness that keeps it from being a fruit bomb, as well as a sweetness from oak, that will delight chefs figuring out how to prepare duck or lamb. Very dry and complex, with a lingering finish, it is delicious now, and should hold for five years.",Blueprint,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lail 2002 Blueprint Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lail-2002-blueprint-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Lail
,Red,US,"Compared to the winery's regular Russian River bottling, this is considerably more tannic. Yet it doesn't take long for the spiced plum pudding, cherry compote, black raspberry, cola and smoky oak flavors to kick in. Fantastic now, and should hold for the remainder of this decade.",Westside Road Neighbors,62,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Westside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-westside-road-neighbors-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"You could drink this classic Cab now, tannic as it is, because any wine this balanced and fine can be appreciated. Better to leave it be for five or ten years. It's a dramatic wine, dense in black currants and black cherries, with a creme de cassis-like unctuousness. Oak has been judiciously applied. After all the new kids on the block have come and gone, Grgich Hills still stands.",,55,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Grgich Hills
16,Red,Italy,"Exotic and dense, with tar, tree bark, leather and a sweet blast of cola all making for an alluring, magnetic bouquet. Racy and snappy in the mouth, but rich and relaxed enough. And the flavors of black cherry, vanilla and spice sing in perfect harmony. Deep and on the mark.",Ambrosan,75,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2000 Ambrosan  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2000-ambrosan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Nicolis
13.9,White,France,,Coulee de Serrant,79,93,Loire Valley,Savennières-Coulée de Serrant,,Nicolas Joly 2003 Coulee de Serrant  (Savennières-Coulée de Serrant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-joly-2003-coulee-serrant-chenin-blanc-savennieres-coulee-serrant/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Nicolas Joly
,White,South Africa,"Wood and Chenin Blanc can go together, if handled judiciously, as this fabulous wine shows. Nuts and almonds make classic mature Chenin Blanc aromas, while the dense ripe fruit flavors with a complex interplay between wood and fruit give this wine great depth. Imported by wine@34south.",,35,93,Tulbagh,,,Rijk's Private Cellar 2003 Chenin Blanc (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijks-private-cellar-2003-chenin-blanc-tulbagh/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Rijk's Private Cellar
,Red,US,"Starts with side-by-side aromas of cassis and black cherries. Now one stars, then the other. Finally, new oak kicks in. It hasn't begun to come together yet, but when it does, in 4 or 5 years, you'll find a rich, dense wine, soft and smooth, with a wonderful tease of tannins. Drink 2008–2012.",,40,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rafanelli 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rafanelli-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rafanelli
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The Symingtons' showpiece vineyard in the upper Douro continues to make great vintage Port. This 2003 shows the estate's potential for big, luscious wines that are both powerful and tannic. It is opulent and generous, with the potential for good aging. Imported by Premium Port Wines Inc.",Vintage,78,93,Port,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Vesuvio
,Red,US,"Zin hardly gets better than this dark, deeply flavored wine. The aroma suggests grilled meat, leather, blackberry pie, espresso, cinnamon and vanilla. Drinks full bodied and tannic, but very dry, combining power and authority with finesse. This wine is beautiful now, and should hold and improve for years.",,22,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Unti 2002 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/unti-2002-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Unti
,Red,US,"The California appellation is because the wine is made from three Santa Lucia Highlands vineyards and Bien Nacido. It's a really good wine. The cool vineyards give it brisk acidity, while the ripe grapes lend deep flavors of cherries and black raspberries. Oak does its spicy, complexing thing. Shows Pinot's translucent, elegant, silky texture.",Cuvee Niclaire,75,93,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2003 Cuvee Niclaire Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2003-cuvee-niclaire-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2003,Testarossa
,White,US,"Both of Scherrer's '01 Cabs are quite distinctive, but this vineyard designate is superior both in terms of flavor and structure. It's a big wine that rewards in cassis, black currants and cocoa, and even though it's very soft, it's layered and complex.",Scherrer Vineyard,42,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Scherrer 2001 Scherrer Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2001-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Scherrer
16,Red,Italy,"Exotic and mature, with a classic nose of prune, licorice, maple and sweet sherry. The palate is quite round and generous, and it spreads out like a comfortable blanket on a feather bed. Finishing touches of smooth tannins and flavors of coffee and anise are ideal.",Mazzano,140,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 1999 Mazzano  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1999-mazzano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Masi
,White,US,"I loved Marimar Torres's Dobles Lias Chard, released earlier, for many of the reasons I like this one. First is the brilliant acidity, brisk, bold and palate-stimulating. Then there's the complex palate, full of sweet green apple, pineapple, mango, mineral, vanilla and buttered toast flavors.",Don Miguel Vineyard,28,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2002 Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2002-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Marimar Estate
,White,France,"This Andlau vineyard has been planted since Roman times, making it one of the oldest vineyards in Alsace. It's famed for Rieslings, and this wine shows why. It is full-bodied, but still hows some raciness and ripe acidity. At this stage, this great wine is still very young, but it has the potential to age for up to 20 years. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Grand Cru Kastelberg,69,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2003 Grand Cru Kastelberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2003-grand-cru-kastelberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Marc Kreydenweiss
,White,South Africa,"This lightly wooded interpretation from Bruwer Raats is a superb wine. Its acidity and delicious pure fruit character are in no way lessened by the touch of vanilla from the wood. In fact they are heightened, bringing out their density and concentration. A great Chenin Blanc. Imported by Cape Classics.",,23,93,Stellenbosch,,,Raats Family 2004 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raats-family-2004-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Raats Family
,Red,US,"This Cab is so good, you'll want to drink it now, but it should age well for a decade. Rich and delicious in ripe black cherry, blackberry, cassis and chocolate, and well-oaked, it's aided by firm tannins and good acidity.",,85,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakford 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakford-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Oakford
15.8,Red,Italy,"Finely textured with exemplary aromatics. The bouquet is graced by cola, black licorice, marzipan, pipe tobacco and other alluring smells in addition to pure, dark fruit notes. Flashy and smooth in the mouth, where the berry and prune notes are touched up by leather and spice. Just right, with more potential if given a few more years of cellar time.",,32,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Musella 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-1999-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1999,Musella
,Red,US,"Very distinctive, opening with pencil lead and cedar-cigar box aromas. Very fine and pure. Airing coaxes out the deep blackberry, red and black cherry and blueberry flavors. Finishes with a sweep of sweet fennel. Well-structured and delicious now, and should age beyond 2010.",,125,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,La Sirena 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sirena-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,La Sirena
15.5,Red,Italy,"A touch charred and meaty, as it starts with strong coffee, smoked meat and bark-like aromas. Opens with flavors of prune and black cherry, with shades of vanilla, leather and brown sugar. Rather lush and soft, with guaranteed appeal for those with a sweet tooth. Of note: it's not that edgy, so drink it soon and try not to lose it in your cellar.",,80,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Marion 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marion-1999-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1999,Marion
,White,US,"Ashley's is one of the cooler vineyards in this part of Santa Barbara, and you can taste the chilly winds in the brilliant acids. They tingle the taste buds and perk up the rich and pure tropical fruit flavors, leading to a clean, vibrant finish. This complex Chard is addictively good.",Ashley's Vineyard,26,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2003 Ashley's Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2003-ashleys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2003,Fess Parker
15,Red,Italy,"Ample toast and smoke announce plenty of barrique aging, but in this case it works like a charm because there's marzipan, baked fruit and coffee playing second fiddle. Super deep in the mouth, with prune, date and cinnamon notes. Finishes big and toasty, with succulence and supreme balance.",Il Bosco,60,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cesari 2000 Il Bosco  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2000-il-bosco-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2000,Cesari
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Owned by the Bergqvist family, this stunning quinta, on the banks of the Douro near Pinhão, produces both Port and table wines. This 2003 vintage is a fine, firmly tannic wine, which also manages to push through with sweet fruit. The structure and the aging potential are both excellent.",Vintage,,94,Port,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta de la Rosa
,Fortified,Portugal,"Called Moscatel Roxo because of the slight red tinge to the old gold color of the wine, this is a stunning, mature wine, whose youngest component is 20 years old. It is deep, with a tannic element, and a dry, acidic streak over the intense sweetness. This is a beautiful wine, one of the world's classics. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",Moscatel Roxo 20 years,,94,Moscatel de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca NV Moscatel Roxo 20 years  (Moscatel de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-nv-moscatel-roxo-20-years-muscat-moscatel-moscatel-setubal/,Moscatel,,José Maria da Fonseca
,Red,Portugal,"A wine made in homage to the father of the present directors of J.M. da Fonseca. This is a fascinating blend of Syrah, Trincadeira and Tannat. It is beautifully perfumed, with huge tannins and powerful intense fruit. This is a wine to cellar, but already its great, ripe fruit is delicious. This is a great wine, showing how good serious winemaking can be in the south of Portugal. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",FSF Fernando Soares Franco,,94,Terras do Sado,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2001 FSF Fernando Soares Franco Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2001-fsf-fernando-soares-franco-red-terras-sado/,Portuguese Red,2001,José Maria da Fonseca
,Red,US,"This is a wine that will change your perception of Howell Mountain Cabs as wines that you have to cellar to enjoy. Yes, it's tannic enough for the long haul, but so good now, it's hard not to drink it. Packed with ripe, rich currant, cherry and sweet tobacco fruit, with vanilla and cocoa seasonings, it's absolutely delicious. Drink now through 2012.",Estate,54,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Piña 2001 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2001-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Piña
,Red,Chile,"Terrific Chilean red wine; seductive and succulent, with a beautiful burgundy hue matched by pure, ripe Bordeaux-like flavors. Deep and satisfying, and smooth as silk. If ever a Chilean red ranked as world class, this is it. Imported by Bacchus International.",,59,94,Cachapoal Valley,,,Altaïr 2003 Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altair-2003-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Altaïr
,Red,US,"Stronger, deeper, richer, more impressive in every way than Iron Horse's '02 Cab, this Bordeaux blend is beautiful, powerful and delicious. Benchmark is the singular wine of this mountainous property, and the '02 is a worthy successor to past vintages. The wine, rich in fruit yet softly voluptuous, showcases the ability of this west wall of the Mayacamas to provide the only serious alternative in California to Napa Valley Cabernet.",T-bar-T Benchmark,70,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2002 T-bar-T Benchmark Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2002-t-bar-t-benchmark-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Iron Horse
,White,France,"With its tiny chapel, the Clos Saint Urbain is one of the great Alsace landmarks. On possibly the steepest vineyard in the region, the Humbrechts are able to make some of the greatest wines. It may be labeled Riesling, but the spiciness of this wine makes it almost like a Pinot Gris. It is so hugely rich that it is easy to lose track of its dryness and its fine structure, its acidity and its intenseflavors of exotic fruits. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Grand Cru Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann,103,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2002 Grand Cru Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2002-grand-cru-clos-saint-urbain-rangen-thann-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,Red,US,"Graceful and decadent, this wine is made by longtime growers now with their own brand. It's ripe and gooey in black currant, cassis and chocolate, and beautifully structured, with fine, crisp acids and dusty tannins. As good as it is now, it should hold and improve for several years.",,60,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Hoopes 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoopes-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hoopes
,Red,US,"What a treat. This is the quintessence of Oakville Cab, with an impressively firm structure, ripe tannins, smooth, supple mouthfeel and long, spicy finish. And what fruit! Scads of rich cassis, chocolate and oak, yet thoroughly dry. Drink now through 2012.",,100,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Dalla Valle 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalla-valle-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Dalla Valle
,Dessert,US,"Paso Robles is making a play for the most congenial home in California to sweet Muscat, under any name, and this wine shows why. It's crisp and acidic, sweet but not cloying, and offers wonderful flavors of mangoes, papayas and honey-sweetened peach pie. Addictively good, and the alcohol is only 11.5%.",,10,94,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2003 Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2003-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2003,Novella
,White,France,"The Bergheim Engelgarten “Angel's garden” vineyard has fine, gravelly soil, ideally suited for Riesling. You can taste the minerality in this rich, steely wine. It's so fresh and so intense. Delicious flavors of white currants and acidity give it a lift. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Engelgarten,46,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2000 Engelgarten Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2000-engelgarten-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,White,France,"Within the grand cru vineyard of Vorbourg is this 54-acre vineyard, owned by René Muré. This is one of the great Rieslings of Alsace. It's elegant and layered with huge, ripe peaches and apricots, along with toast and caramel. It should age well over the next 10 years or more. Imported by Robert Kacher Imports. more.",Clos Saint Landelin Vorbourg Grand Cru,50,94,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2002 Clos Saint Landelin Vorbourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2002-clos-saint-landelin-vorbourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,René Muré
,Red,US,"What a great job Mitch Cosentino does with Bordeaux varieties. This one continues the tradition. Rich and dramatic in cassis, cherry and toast, this balanced wine has smooth, polished tannins and a long finish. Remarkably good now, it should develop for many years.",Hoopes Ranch,75,94,California,Napa,Oakville,M. Cosentino 2002 Hoopes Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2002-hoopes-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"If you had to take one red wine to that proverbial desert island, this might be it. It's simply delicious. The cherry, black raspberry, cocoa, coffee, cola and spice flavors are enormously deep and long, yet such is the acidity that the wine is filled with life and zest. Just marvelous, and probably best now and over the next year or two.",Ashley's Vineyard,45,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2003 Ashley's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2003-ashleys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Fess Parker
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Hugely ripe fruit dominates this wine. But, as so often with a Taylor Fladgate Port, this fruit is balanced out with beautiful perfumes, elegant tannins and complex layers of dryness, sweetness and acidity. This is a great wine, maybe not as long-lived as some Taylor Fladgate vintages of the past, but certainly destined for many years of aging. Imported by Kobrand.",Vintage,92,95,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Taylor Fladgate
,Red,Italy,"Is this a bruiser or what? Opaque in color, with monster aromatics that run from tar and espresso to maple, violets, cumin and finely scented candle wax. Deep and intense as they come, with charcoal and menthol notes on top of primary blackberry and cassis. No other word besides ""massive"" describes it. Hugely tannic and weighing in at 17%; needs five to seven years minimum in the cellar.",,459,95,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Dal Forno Romano 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dal-forno-romano-1999-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1999,Dal Forno Romano
,Red,US,"This blend of Oakville and Calistoga is marked by intensely ripe cherry, cassis, cocoa and oak flavors and fabulous balance. Superbly rich and massive, with rich, smooth tannins, this lovely Cab maintains elegance and structural integrity through the long, polished finish. It's better than most Napa Cabs that cost far more, making it a fantastic value.",,45,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vine Cliff 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Vine Cliff
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A great wine from master winemaker Dirk van Niepoort. It is big, solid, chunky and packed with ripe fruit flavors. It also has fine acidity and a layer of dry, woodsy tannins. To finish, there are good bitter chocolate flavors. Imported by Martine's Wines.",Vintage,84,95,Port,,,Niepoort 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Niepoort
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Potentially one of the best wines of the vintage, this is an extraordinary performance from a producer not previously noted for making such high-quality Vintage Ports. The wine—a special selection that at this stage, has no name—has great ripe fruit and huge tannins combined to make a dense, intense wine. It is dark, brooding and rich. There are also layers of dryness which shows the aging potential of this great wine. Imported by MHW, Ltd.",Vintage,60,95,Port,,,Quinta do Portal 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Portal
,Red,US,"Starts with tons of rich new oak in the aroma, showing the most inviting notes of cedar, cigar box and pencil lead that segue to the remarkable fruit. The attack is powerful, with a punch of cassis spreading broadly and deeply across the palate. With its sturdy, clean tannins, this beautiful wine displays classic power, elegance and balance.",,160,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Opus One 2001 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opus-one-2001-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Opus One
,White,France,"This is one of Alsace's greatest Rieslings, a wine from the grand cru vineyard of Osterberg. It is bone dry, a style that remains a passion for the Trimbachs. With its steely, mineral character, and its grapefruit flavors, it can seem too austere. But just wait 10 years—the wine will be transformed. This is superb Riesling by any standard. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Cuvée Frédéric Emile,42,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 2000 Cuvée Frédéric Emile Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-2000-cuvee-frederic-emile-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Trimbach
,Red,US,"Wow, what a fantastic wine. Bursts open with scads of fine French oak, cedar and char, with a rôti quality riding high over the cherries, cassis and white chocolate. So good, it's scary. Rich, long, powerful in cassis and cherry fruit, yet wonderfully firm and tannic, this wine is fabulous now, but will easily improve through 2015 and possible beyond.",Oakville Estate,90,96,California,Napa,Oakville,Rudd 2002 Oakville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudd-2002-oakville-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rudd
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a great Port, from a great brand. It is packed with solid, structured, rich and intense black fruit flavors. Its tannins show considerable aging potential. It is a big, ripe wine, balanced by a long, lingering dark aftertaste. Imported by Premium Port Wines Inc.",Vintage,100,96,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,W. & J. Graham's
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Fonseca vintage Ports are always among the most attractive and long-lived. This 2003 conforms magnificently to that model. It is structured, rich, powerful and opulent. There are cassis and black fig flavors, as well as sweet tannins. It is delicious already, and will remain delicious throughout its long life. Imported by Kobrand.",Vintage,92,97,Port,,,Fonseca 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Fonseca
,Red,US,"Tasted alongside a bevy of Oakville Cabs, this beauty was the star of the show. It's a huge, masculine wine, authoritative and ageable. Pours dark and drinks tannic and oaky, with a massive core of cassis, cherry and chocolate fruit encased in perfect tannins. What grace and power, what balance. Drink now through 2016, at least.",Backus,150,97,California,Napa,Oakville,Joseph Phelps 2001 Backus Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2001-backus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Joseph Phelps
,Red,US,"Tastes thick and gluey, with sweet-and-sour flavors of cherry cough drops.",Grand Reserve,32,80,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,French Hill 2003 Grand Reserve Pinotage (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-hill-2003-grand-reserve-pinotage-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Pinotage,2003,French Hill
,Red,US,"Smells inviting, but in the mouth, it's sickly sweet, like toothpaste.",,30,80,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,C.G. di Arie 2003 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2003,C.G. di Arie
11,White,Australia,"Oy. I know this Gewürtztraminer (56%)–Riesling (44%) is the sweetest wine in the Diamond Label series, but, having tasted it blind, it still managed to shock my palate. Offers aromas of canned peach juice and pineapple, with sweet, simple tropical fruit on the palate. Soft, with a little spritz. Imported by Southcorp Wines.",Diamond Label Traminer Riesling,8,80,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2004 Diamond Label Traminer Riesling White (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2004-diamond-label-traminer-riesling-white-south-eastern/,White Blend,2004,Rosemount
,Red,US,"Harsh and burnt, with medicinal, slightly sweet cherry flavors, this disagreeable wine also has rough tannins.",,15,80,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,STG 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stg-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,STG
,Red,US,"There's something awkwardly disagreeable about this wine. It's soft and gluey, and finishes cloyingly sweet.",,27,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Markham
,White,US,"Watery and sweet, this wine isn't offering much, especially at this price. It has simple syrup flavors and is low in acids.",,15,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2004 Johannisberg Riesling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2004-riesling-johannisberg-sonoma-county/,Johannisberg Riesling,2004,Chateau St. Jean
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of dust and roasted plum. The wine feels light and insubstantial in the mouth, with a slight metallic edge. Finishes short. Imported by Opici Import Company.",,10,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kissing Bridge 2002 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kissing-bridge-2002-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2002,Kissing Bridge
12.5,Red,Australia,"Vibrant copper-yellow in color. There's not a lot of flavor on the palate—just some olive oil or butter, and a similar feel. Dries up on the finish, where it also shows some alcohol. Imported by Southcorp Wines.",Bin 85,8,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2004 Bin 85 Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2004-bin-85-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Lindemans
,Red,US,"This wine suffers from the sins that many Zins commit under California's brutal summer sun. It's chili-pepper hot, flat in vital acidity, and tastes like it was artificially sweetened.",Wildotter Vineyard,18,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Starry Night 2003 Wildotter Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starry-night-2003-wildotter-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Starry Night
,Red,US,"Harsh in texture and cloying, with cherry cough medicine flavors.",,22,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2002 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2002-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2002,San Simeon
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Looks and tastes tired, with a light, rusty hue and leafy, tomatoey flavors.",Pencarrow,18,81,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2002 Pencarrow Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2002-pencarrow-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2002,Palliser Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"Seems to have a bit of a volatile acidity issue, with lifted aromas and a slightly pickle-y taste that distract from the cherry fruit.",,,81,Martinborough,,,Nga Waka 2003 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nga-waka-2003-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nga Waka
,Red,US,"Tough and tannic, this wine tastes cooked. It has flavors of grapes that burnt and shrivelled in the heat, with a raisiny finish.",Selected Vineyard,12,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2002 Selected Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2002-selected-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Concannon
,Red,US,"Hot and rubbery, with dried-out tannins and herbal, peppery flavors.",Coastal Estates,11,81,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2004 Coastal Estates Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2004-coastal-estates-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2004,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"Smells burnt, and tastes hot, baked and gnarly, with coffee and dried cherry flavors.",,37,81,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Vache 2002 Pinot Noir (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vache-2002-pinot-noir-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Vache
,Red,US,"Smells like asparagus, tastes sweet and flat, with cherry cough medicine flavors.",,35,81,California,South Coast,Malibu-Newton Canyon,Rosenthal-Malibu Estate 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Malibu-Newton Canyon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenthal-malibu-estate-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-south-coast-malibu-newton-canyon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Rosenthal-Malibu Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells metallic at first, and goes the way of vanilla and toast with air. Flat and one-dimensional in the mouth, its red fruit flavors taking on a metallic tinge that lasts through the finish. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",,6,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Stonehaven 2003 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-2003-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2003,Stonehaven
,White,US,"Soupy-soft, simple and cloying, with the flavor of sweetened apricot and peach syrup.",,12,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Echelon 2003 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2003-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2003,Echelon
,White,US,"There's enough residual sugar here to qualify it as a dessert wine, although it's not labeled as such. The flavors are of peaches and vanilla, with good acidity.",Valley Oaks,9,82,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2004 Valley Oaks Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2004-valley-oaks-riesling-other/,Riesling,2004,Fetzer
,Red,US,"Smooth and velvety like a good single malt Scotch, with lush, complex tannins, this wine is compromised by excessive sweetness. There's a sugary, malt taste throughout that detracts.",Reserve,24,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Frei Brothers 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Frei Brothers
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of sweet fruit, with tangy tea and oak accents. On the palate, it's a case of now you see it, now you don't: The black pepper, sweet tart and red berry flavors that this wine offers are fleeting, but were fine while they lasted. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",,11,82,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Langhorne Crossing 2003 Red (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langhorne-crossing-2003-red-langhorne-creek/,Red Blend,2003,Langhorne Crossing
,Red,US,"Rustic, with a raisiny edge, this Pinot also is rather rough and sharp in the mouth, with extracted flavors of cherries and coffee.",Estate,35,82,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Esterlina 2002 Estate Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-2002-estate-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Esterlina
11,White,Australia,"A very dry wine that doesn't have much flavor to offset its minerally feel. Piquant green-herb aromas preface some dilute lemony flavors. 220,000 cases produced. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",Bin 777,9,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2004 Bin 777 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2004-bin-777-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Wyndham Estate
,Red,US,"Baked and hot, with earth and cough medicine flavors and gritty tannins.",Coastal Estates,11,82,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2003 Coastal Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2003-coastal-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,US,"Overtly sweet in flowery nectarine and peach fruit, this wine needs more acidity for balance. It's soft and honeyed and simple.",,11,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2004 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2004-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2004,Maddalena
,White,US,"Tastes like the syrup you get in canned peaches and canned apricots, and is almost as sweet and soft, with clumsily applied oak.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2003 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2003,Maddalena
,Red,US,"This is a Pinot that's too soft, almost flabby in texture. The softness accentuates the ripeness of the raspberry and coffee flavors, making them a little cloying.",Henry Ranch,,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,V. Sattui 2003 Henry Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2003-henry-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,V. Sattui
11.5,Rose,Australia,Dark pink-garnet in color. Raspberry and blackberry flavors are sweet; finishes with some residual sweetness. Drink cold. Imported by Opici Import Company.,White,8,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Thirsty Lizard 2004 White Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thirsty-lizard-2004-white-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2004,Thirsty Lizard
13,White,France,"Nutty and toasty, but even those notes are muted and modest. Not much going on here--a real disappointment from a big name in Burgundy. RETASTE",,44,82,Burgundy,Meursault,,Dujac Fils & Pere 2001  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dujac-fils-pere-2001-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2001,Dujac Fils & Pere
,Red,US,"This wine opens with leather, berry and baked pie crust aromas, and turns very fruity in the mouth. It's kind of heavy and thick for a Pinot Noir.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Casa Barranca 2003 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-barranca-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Casa Barranca
,White,US,"Unfortunately thin and watery, with just the barest suggestion of citrus fruit, this wine teases but doesn't follow through.",,18,82,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Tin Barn 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Tin Barn
,White,US,"There are some decent fruity flavors in this wine, and it's dry and clean. But it wants more concentration on the palate.",,13,82,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Guenoc
,Red,US,"Rustic, with a sharp edge and a semi-sweet fruity finish of cherries and cocoa, this blend of five varieties is okay by the glass with a midweek dinner.",Red X,13,82,California,California Other,California,X 2003 Red X Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2003-red-other/,Red Blend,2003,X
,Red,US,"Hot and harsh in texture, this rustic wine shows espresso and blackberry flavors, and is dry, with gritty tannins.",,22,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2003 Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2003-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2003,Mosby
13.8,White,Australia,"Smells and tastes like lemon pudding, or creamsicle. On the palate, the Riesling is heavy, with an odd artificial-sweetener flavor. Imported by Marquee Selections.",Artisan Wines Classic,10,82,Victoria,Victoria,,Marquee 2004 Artisan Wines Classic Riesling (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquee-2004-artisan-wines-classic-riesling-victoria/,Riesling,2004,Marquee
,Red,US,"This dry, tannic Merlot has simple flavors that are a bit unripe. There's a green-bean streak that just barely breaks into coffeebean and plum. It's not going anywhere.",Sori Bricco Vineyard,40,82,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Nickel & Nickel 2002 Sori Bricco Vineyard Merlot (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2002-sori-bricco-vineyard-merlot-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Merlot,2002,Nickel & Nickel
14,Red,New Zealand,"This winery is normally pretty reliable, so one has to wonder what happened here. Brown sugar and mushroom aromas give way to earthy flavors and not much fruit. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",,25,82,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2004 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2004-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2004,Grove Mill
,Red,US,"Harsh and rough, this wine has a dry, unfinished feel, with herbal, coffee flavors. It may improve with time.",Grand Reserve,39,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,French Hill 2003 Grand Reserve Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-hill-2003-grand-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2003,French Hill
,White,US,"Drinks rather rough and syrupy, with the flavor of canned peaches and an oaky veneer.",,13,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,McIntyre Vineyards 2003 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2003,McIntyre Vineyards
,Red,US,"Dramatically rich and smooth, with very ripe flavors of black cherries, red plums, mocha and sweet herbs, this complex wine also has supple tannins that are thick, but gentle. The finish is long and harmonious. Definitely one of the best “California” appellation reds out there.",Composition,35,91,California,California Other,California,Cloud 9 2001 Composition Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloud-9-2001-composition-red-other/,Red Blend,2001,Cloud 9
,White,South Africa,"A blend of 75% Chenin Blanc with some Chardonnay and Viognier, the fruit for this wine comes from cool, dry-farmed vineyards in Swartland. It has a great, pure fruit character, and it's ripe, generous, balancing wood and acidity along with white fruit flavors, peaches and green plums. A touch of minerality completes the picture. Imported by Vinnovative Imports.",,24,91,Swartland,,,Black Rock 2004 White (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-rock-2004-white-swartland/,White Blend,2004,Black Rock
13.5,Red,Argentina,"If you like a dark, saturated wine with a ton of ripeness and richness, then this is it. The color is opaque, the bouquet full of rubber, blackberry and chocolate. It's intense stuff, with black cherry and cassis flavors preceding a finish dense with bitter notes, licorice and vanilla. Solid to the core. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",Estate,18,90,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2003 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2003-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Finca Sophenia
15,Red,Italy,"Charred to the max, as if you were poking your nose into a can of coffee. But we sort of liked that heavily burnt character, which gives way after time and should subside even more if this wine is cellared. In the meantime, be on the lookout for rich, ripe black fruit, a velvety feel and subtle notes of licorice and syrup.",Ca' Florian,60,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2000 Ca' Florian  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2000-ca-florian-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Tommasi
14,Red,Italy,"Generous and a touch racy, with a good amount of spice, chocolate, licorice and coffee on a traditional Amarone bouquet. Quite harmonious and satisfying in the mouth, with a bit of supple richness and forward plum, cherry and cedar-like flavors. Fairly smooth and drinkable over the near term.",,40,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cesari 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Cesari
,Red,Chile,"A new blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Monastrell and Tempranillo, which alone makes it unique for Chile. The nose delivers a blast of menthol and the color is downright huge. Very plump and fruity, with a softness that serves it well. A real mouthful that's not overpowering but still packs punch.",Conde de Superunda,70,90,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2000 Conde de Superunda Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2000-conde-superunda-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Miguel Torres
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fine, structured wine from one of the Port houses now owned by Sogrape (Portugal's largest wine producer). It is in a relatively fast maturing style, but the Port has great, ripe blackberry jelly flavors, some dry tannins and a full, fleshy feel. Imported by Tri-Vin Imports.",Boa Vista Vintage,50,90,Port,,,Offley 2003 Boa Vista Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-2003-boa-vista-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Offley
,White,Austria,"Rated as one of the top Austrian red wine producers (look for his highly regarded Pinot Noir), Gerhard Markowitsch also seems to be at home with Austria's national grape. In the naturally warm climate of Carnuntum in the Danube valley east of Vienna, the Grüner can flourish into a ripe, full-bodied style while still keeping fresh acidity. This is a delicious wine, packed with citrus, pear and quince flavors. Drink as an aperitif or with salads or cold appetizers.",Schanzäcker,13,89,Carnuntum,,,Markowitsch 2004 Schanzäcker Grüner Veltliner (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markowitsch-2004-schanzacker-gruner-veltliner-carnuntum/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Markowitsch
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Normally known for relatively soft vintages, Wiese & Krohn have changed style with this 2003. This Port is firm, solid with intense fruits, black figs and fine tannins. It should have a good, medium-term future.",Vintage,,89,Port,,,Wiese & Krohn 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wiese-krohn-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Wiese & Krohn
14.5,Red,Italy,"Coffee is a dominant element of the raw bouquet, which comes across a touch burnt. Modest red fruit carries the somewhat tannic palate. More elegant than opulent, and ready to drink soon if not now. Of note: one reviewer did not like this wine, noting charred, grassy aromas and off flavors.",,50,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,La Colombaia 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombaia-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2000,La Colombaia
,White,South Africa,"A fascinating wine from this new Stellenbosch estate. It has ripeness, almost sweetness, certainly weight, which comes through as a creamy character, and just a touch of botrytis to give a honey edge to the wine.",Bush Vines,,89,Stellenbosch,,,Kleine Zalze 2004 Bush Vines Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kleine-zalze-2004-bush-vines-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Kleine Zalze
,Red,US,"This Sangiovese, Barbera and Dolcetto blend is a fantastic value in a Chianti-style red. It's bone dry, tart in acids and dusty, with polished flavors of cherries, backed up by puckery plum-skin tannins. This elegant wine shows real sophistication.",Segromigno,15,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Unti 2003 Segromigno Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/unti-2003-segromigno-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Unti
,White,Spain,"Sauvignon Blanc fans take note: this no-oak Verdejo tastes a lot like S.B., with ultrafresh tropical and citrus fruit characteristics that include aromas and flavors of pineapple, grapefruit, passion fruit and nectarine. Extremely lively and appealing, with a good mix of acidity and body. A very good food wine. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",,13,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2004 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2004-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2004,Naia
13.5,Red,Chile,"With hickory, coal and spice to the dark nose, this ranks as a masculine Cab with nary a flaw. The palate is chunky and ripe, with sweet dark-fruit flavors. And the finish is spicy and full, with meaty but suave tannins. A high-water mark for the La Playa label. Imported by Cabernet Corporation.",Block Selection,11,88,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2003 Block Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2003-block-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,La Playa
,Rose,US,"My oh my, is this pink wine tasty. It's pure essence of strawberries, ripe, clean and dry, backed up by firm, cool climate acidity. Try this juicy blush with salmon sautéed in butter and garlic, with a sprinkle of black pepper.",Rose de Pinot Noir,15,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2004 Rose de Pinot Noir Rosé (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2004-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Rosé,2004,Iron Horse
,White,France,"Smoky and minerally on the nose, surprisingly so for a 2003. Does have some pear and grapefruit on the palate, but overall it's steely and minerally, finishing long, with excellent cut and precision. A Mâcon that will probably age well for 5–8 years.",Clos du Four,29,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Milly Lamartine,,Domaine les Heritiers du Comte Lafon 2003 Clos du Four  (Mâcon-Milly Lamartine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-heritiers-comte-lafon-2003-clos-four-chardonnay-macon-milly-lamartine/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine les Heritiers du Comte Lafon
13.5,Red,France,"This prestige cuvée gets the full barrel treatment, and it shows in its aromas of smoke, cedar, tobacco and molasses. Some plum and earth flavors do poke through on the palate, giving us hope that its evolution will put it into a more balanced place. Hold 4–5 years.",Cuvée Florence,50,88,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine les Goubert 2000 Cuvée Florence  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-goubert-2000-cuvee-florence-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-gigondas/,Grenache-Syrah,2000,Domaine les Goubert
13.5,Red,France,,Clos de la Platière,42,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre 2003 Clos de la Platière  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-sauvestre-2003-clos-platiere-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre
14.5,Red,Italy,"Smooth, toasty and solid even if it doesn't offer any one particular thing that will sear into your memory. The bouquet is toasty and fruity, with a bit of cedar. The mouth offers cherry, berry and chocolate, the standard three of Amarone. Finishes steady, with some size.",Villa Arvedi,54,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Bertani 2000 Villa Arvedi  (Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2000-villa-arvedi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Red Blend,2000,Bertani
,Red,US,"This first wine of Rockledge has much more integrity than the regular '02. It shows the same forward cherry and blackberry flavors, but firmer tannins, resulting in a greater structure. It's not going anywhere, so drink now.",The Rocks,49,88,California,Napa,St. Helena,Rockledge Vineyards 2002 The Rocks Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-2002-rocks-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rockledge Vineyards
,Red,US,"A nice, plump Pinot that satisfies for the range and depth of its flavors, as well as its crisp, silky texture and balance. Cherries, black raspberries, cola, and a cinnamon-bun, vanilla frosting sweetness, although it's a dry wine.",Edna Ranch,25,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2002 Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2002-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Tolosa
,Red,US,"More tannic than many other Oakville Cabs tasted at the annual Taste of Oakville event, this blackberry and chocolate-flavored tough young wine may do interesting things. Try cellaring until 2007.",,69,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Showket 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/showket-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Showket
14,Red,Italy,"Medium in force, with modest tannins and a lot of crispness. Approachable and easy, with date, dried cherry and liqueur-like flavors. An unflappable, solid wine, but not overwhelming in any way. It's juicy, structured and pretty easy to wrap yourself around.",,34,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Sartori 2001  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2001,Sartori
,White,South Africa,"A rich, nutty style of wine, which has 12 months of  barrel aging. Added complexity comes from the addition of some noble late harvest (botrytis) fruit to the blend. Apple and cream flavors make the wine very attractive. Imported by Boutique Wine Collection.",Forrester Meinert Chenin,65,88,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2003 Forrester Meinert Chenin Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2003-meinert-chenin-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Ken Forrester
,Red,US,"Here's a fruity, soft Cab that shows its vintage conditions in the ripe cassis and currant flavors that ride high over the blackberries, cherries and herbs. It's well-balanced, with soft tannins and smoky oak.",25th Anniversary,39,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 2001 25th Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2001-25th-anniversary-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Keenan
13,White,France,"Waxy, spiced pear aromas give way to musky, spicy notes alongside peach and melon flavors. Not as full or rich as some Gewürzes, but nicely structured on the palate. Finishes soft and easy to drink. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Reserve,18,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2004 Reserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2004-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Lucien Albrecht
13.9,Red,Chile,"This wine is made largely from Carmenère, with Merlot and Syrah helping out. It's zesty and piquant, with barbecued aromas that jazz up the plum and berry fruit that dominates the palate. Fresh and firm from top to bottom. Even the finish is reaffirming. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Cordillera,27,88,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2001 Cordillera Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2001-cordillera-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,2001,Miguel Torres
,White,Chile,"Laudable for its combination of size and balance. The melon, kiwi and citrus flavors are fat yet tempered by classic grassiness, so even though it weighs in at 14.6% alcohol, it's palatable. Should be drunk with a solid white fish like halibut or cod. Imported by The Calkins Group.",EQ,15,88,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2004 EQ Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2004-eq-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Matetic
13,White,France,"This medium-weight Pinot Gris is dry enough to serve alongside a variety of foods, with a long, crisp finish that will marry nicely with poultry or seafood. Apple and peach notes mingle easily with stony, minerally flavors. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Cuvée Romanus,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2004 Cuvée Romanus Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2004-cuvee-romanus-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Lucien Albrecht
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Owned by Dão Sul, well known as table wine producers, this is a fragrant, floral wine with soft, easy, raisiny flavors. There are some good dusty tannins, but this is a wine for early, enjoyable drinking. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Vintage,35,88,Port,,,Quinta das Tecedeiras 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-tecedeiras-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta das Tecedeiras
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dry, power-packed Port from one of the Symington-owned brands. The wine is dense, structured, and full of big, firm fruit flavors. A touch of stalkiness is a discordant note. Imported by Domaine Select Wine Estates.",Vintage,,88,Port,,,Quarles Harris 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quarles-harris-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quarles Harris
,White,South Africa,"Though it gets its Chenin Blanc from vineyards on the Simonsberg mountain slopes, this winery is actually within Cape Town city limits. The wine is rich and wooded, with vanilla and caramel flavors, currants and spice. This is a well-made wine, lacking much varietal character, but with plenty of attractive flavors. Imported by Boutique Wine Collection.",Tete Blanche,15,88,Stellenbosch,,,Signal Hill 2003 Tete Blanche Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signal-hill-2003-tete-blanche-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Signal Hill
,Red,US,"This richly textured Zin comes from old vines off the estate, in the warmer, upper part of the valley. It's ripe, with suggestions of raisins, but it's not overripe or hot. In fact, it's a chewy wine long in cherries and pepper.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Yoakim Bridge 2002 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yoakim-bridge-2002-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Yoakim Bridge
,Red,US,"From Matt Cline, Rhône-minded co-founder of Cline Cellars who has access to some of Contra Costa's oldest vines, comes this dry, stylish Mourvèdre. It has a tough, tannic quality that calls for something substantial, like roast pork with an olive tapenade stuffing.",Old Vine,25,88,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Trinitas 2003 Old Vine Mataro (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2003-old-vine-mourvedre-mataro-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Mataro,2003,Trinitas
14,Red,Chile,"This four-grape blend, hence the name, always manages to get it more right than wrong. The bouquet of plum, vanilla and licorice is perfectly nice, while the black cherry and cassis flavors should draw fans. Tight, structured and flavorful, with ripe, mouthfilling tannins. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Quatro Reserva,16,88,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2003 Quatro Reserva Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2003-quatro-reserva-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2003,MontGras
14,Red,Chile,"Round and open knit, with welcoming aromas. Very well shaped and solid, with cassis and blackberry flavors sitting comfortably in front of a spicy, chocolate-loaded finish. No flab or superficiality; this is a fine wine for the price.",Reserve,10,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2004 Reserve Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-reserve-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2004,Montes
,Red,US,"Here's what warmish Paso Robles does so well, in the right hands. This Merlot-based blend is fabulously gooey in cassis, chocolate fudge, red currant and vanilla flavors. The terroir keeps acidity low, so the wine is very soft, but it's so decadently rich, you'll like it anyway.",POM,50,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2000 POM Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2000-pom-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,J. Lohr
12,White,France,"A big, mouthfilling Riesling at a bargain price. Dried spices, ripe apple and a dusty, minerally sensation reminiscent of rock dust give this wine plenty of interest. It is a bit low acid, but that's balanced by plenty of minerality. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Cuvée Anne-Laure,11,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Arthur Metz 2003 Cuvée Anne-Laure Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arthur-metz-2003-cuvee-anne-laure-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Arthur Metz
13,Rose,Spain,"The fresh berry, red licorice and cherry Lifesaver aromas will make you think you've placed your nose in a bushel of summer fruit, and while this rosé from the warm plains of central Spain looks more red than pink, it shows a bit of stoniness and a ton of clean, attractive flavors. It's a blend of Garnacha and Tempranillo from vineyards around Valladolid, and it will appeal to those who prefer a bit of meat on the bones of their dry pink wines. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Rosado,11,88,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Hermanos Lurton 2004 Rosado Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermanos-lurton-2004-rosado-tempranillo-blend-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Hermanos Lurton
,Red,US,"Gary Farrell is indifferent to prevailing trends, and this Cab is a good illustration. Where most '01s are rich and hedonistic, this one's tight and firm in acids and tannins, almost undrinkable now. However, it has good prospects, for there is a tremendous core of fruit. Hold until 2007.",Encounter,60,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 2001 Encounter Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2001-encounter-red-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Gary Farrell
13,White,France,,,20,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Chartron et Trébuchet 2004  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chartron-trebuchet-2004-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2004,Chartron et Trébuchet
,White,France,"A wonderful, minerally wine with delicious acidity and crisp apple flavors. This fits well into a scenario of Riesling as great food wine. Its green fruits, light tannic structure and freshness all make this a fine, drinkable wine. Imported by New Castle Imports.",Saint-Hippolyte,25,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2002 Saint-Hippolyte Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2002-saint-hippolyte-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Marcel Deiss
,Red,France,"It's hard not to be intrigued by the name of this wine, which derives from the hot, fiery soil of the 59 acre vineyard near Draguignan in the mountains north of the tourist-infested French Riviera. This wine, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Grenache, gives an appropriately hot, spicy character, packed with sweet fruit, herbal flavors and a touch of wood. Great with hearty meat dishes or hard cheeses.",Hautes Vignes,,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine du Dragon 2004 Hautes Vignes Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dragon-2004-hautes-vignes-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2004,Domaine du Dragon
,White,France,"More classic than the honeyed, unctuous 2003, with more obvious smoke and mineral shadings to complement its fresh apple and pear flavors. Long and pineappley on the finish. Drink now–2010. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",,35,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2002  Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2002-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2002,Château de Fuissé
,White,France,"A bit obviously oaky, with caramel-toast notes atop baked apples and pears. Seems like ordinary oaky Chardonnay, right up until the strongly minerally finish, which gives it an extra dimension. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Les Brûlés,35,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2002 Les Brûlés  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2002-brules-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2002,Château de Fuissé
15,Red,Italy,"Starts out with crusted red fruit and chocolate before turning decidedly more oaky. Aromas of molasses, tar and wood grain take over, setting a path toward cherry and chocolate flavors. Finishes warm and quick, with softening tannins. The time to drink it is now.",Vigneti di Jago,52,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 1997 Vigneti di Jago  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-1997-vigneti-jago-italian-red-corvina-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1997,Domìni Veneti
,White,France,"For its relatively lowly status in the hierarchy of Domaines Schlumberger's wines, this is an excellent, fresh, floral wine with great acidity and lemon zest flavors. Bone dry, it is ready to drink now, but should improve over the short term. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Les Princes Abbés,20,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2002 Les Princes Abbés Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2002-les-princes-abbes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaines Schlumberger
13.3,White,France,"Wax, lemon and pear scents open this oily, off-dry offering. Pineapple and melon flavors carry the thick midpalate, then the finish seems to drop off a little, finishing soft and low in acidity. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Grand Cru Kitterlé,46,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2001 Grand Cru Kitterlé Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2001-grand-cru-kitterle-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Domaines Schlumberger
,White,US,"This dry sauvignon blanc, all stainless fermented, represents a change in style for B-G that puts it more in line with the lime/citrus flavors of New Zealand. Gone are the herbaceous notes; here the flavor is all about citrus zest, providing sharp relief around the good, juicy fruit. Barnard Griffin is one of the largest family-owned wineries in Washington, and winemaker Rob Griffin has been making wine in the state since 1976. “We're too available to be cultish,” he modestly explains. But if there were $9 cult wines, this would qualify.",,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2004 Fumé Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2004-sauvignon-blanc-fume-columbia-valley-wa/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Barnard Griffin
11,Sparkling,Italy,"This is the quintessentially perky wine: Crisp and snappy with bursting citrus notes including lemon drop, pink grapefruit and candied orange peel backed by delicate floral and jasmine aromas. Chalky, mineral notes round off a gorgeous nose. Designed according to Palladian principals in 1622, Villa Sandi is one of the most beautiful estates near Treviso. Owned by shoemaker Giancarlo Moretti Polegato, it has a one-kilometer long underground 17th-century gallery for red wine barrique aging.",Extra Dry,12,89,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Sparkling Blend,,Villa Sandi
,White,South Africa,"This could be an impressive wine, but the overwhelming wood element makes it hard to taste the fruit. There are just hints of ripe spice and creamy apples, and the aftertaste is just off dry. Imported by Cape Classics.",,20,89,Stellenbosch,,,Rudera 2004 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudera-2004-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Rudera
16,Red,Italy,"Big in alcohol at 16% and big in reputation; we liked this wine but did not really find it up to its icon status. The nose shows a bit of volatile acidity as well as a hint of horseradish, but it also delivers fine cherry and sugared cake notes. Rather intense in the mouth, with a touch of cherry skin and grit along with cola. Finishes long and correct.",,300,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Quintarelli 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintarelli-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1997,Quintarelli
15,Red,Italy,"Fairly tight and snappy, but weighs in more rich than lean. The palate deals cherry, plum and earth, while the finish offers lavender, fudge and pepper. Well balanced stuff, and pretty easy to get into; this one doesn't need a ton of time in the cellar.",Il Sestante Vigneto Monte Masua,58,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2000 Il Sestante Vigneto Monte Masua  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2000-il-sestante-vigneto-monte-masua-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Tommasi
,White,US,"I don't know if this is the Musque clone, but it's all about gooseberries and bright Meyer lemon and lime flavors with mouth-searing acidity. Powerful finish, intensely clean, and a natural for food. Try with a salad of endive, pink grapefruit and sauteed scallops.",,14,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Morgan
12.5,Red,France,"A good showing for this négociant Crozes, with dense black fruit on the nose followed by flavors of plum and black cherries over a firm, minerally core. It's full-bodied yet crisp in acidity, with a long, juicy finish and supple tannins. Imported by Boisset America.",,20,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Louis Bernard 2003  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2003,Louis Bernard
,White,France,"A big, fat, ripe wine, but it still shows great Riesling character from one of Kreydenweiss's many fine vineyard holdings. There is crispness, acidity and great toasty flavors. It is racy and intense, with good structure and vibrant fresh fruits to finish. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Clos Rebberg Aux Vignes,89,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2003 Clos Rebberg Aux Vignes Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2003-clos-rebberg-aux-vignes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Marc Kreydenweiss
,Red,Chile,"Deep in color with mint, tobacco, licorice and coconut shadings to the deeply fruited nose. Very well tuned, with lush blackberry and cassis flavors in front of a moderately tannic, no-bull finish. Imported by Select Fine Wine.",Orzada,18,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Orzada Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-orzada-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Odfjell
,White,France,"A fine, smooth wine, packed with mineral character and power. It also has fine acicity, but that's hard to find under the richness of the fruit. A fresh citric character gives a fine lift to the aftertaste.",Fronholz,35,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ostertag 2002 Fronholz Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ostertag-2002-fronholz-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Ostertag
,Red,Italy,"Basic but very solid, with leather, cedar, earth and mild red-fruit aromas. Feels nice on the tongue, with raspberry flavors, some citrus and a bit of rubber. Nicely textured and big on the finish. Overall it's satisfying and solid.",I Fondatori,55,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 1999 I Fondatori  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-1999-i-fondatori-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1999,Fabiano
,Red,Italy,"A bit more racy than most, with fresh fruit on the nose, some minerality and quite a bit of snap. Cherry and cranberry flavors vie with richer dark-fruit notes, while the finish is spicy and long. More of an old-school wine, and one that should do well with meat and hearty pastas.",,39,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Fabiano 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-1999-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1999,Fabiano
,White,US,"Although it's a rather soft wine, this Viognier has such beguiling flavors that it offers real pleasure. Those flavors include caramelized peach, lemon custard, buttered popcorn, vanilla fudge and honey, and while that makes it sound sweet, it's actually rather dry.",Mill Road,18,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2004 Mill Road Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2004-mill-road-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2004,Eberle
,White,France,"Smoke and mineral notes dominate the nose, but the rich flavors of baked apple come through strong on the palate. Finishes with healthy doses of spice, honey and cleansing acidity. Drink now–2010. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Les Combettes,37,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2002 Les Combettes  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2002-combettes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2002,Château de Fuissé
,Red,Italy,"I am simply delighted with the latest releases from Molise's Di Majo Norante. This luscious red blend is made from two little-known, organically grown native varieties (85 percent Prugnolo and 15 percent Aglianico) and has been deftly transformed thanks to consulting enologist Riccardo Cotarella into a thick, inky garnet wine with black cherry, tar, leather, bitter chocolate and never-ending layers of aromatic intensity. A gorgeously concentrated and velvety body leaves zesty spice in the mouth until you're ready for the next sip.",Ramitello,14,89,Southern Italy,Terra degli Osci,,Di Majo Norante 2002 Ramitello Red (Terra degli Osci),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majo-norante-2002-ramitello-red-terra-degli-osci/,Red Blend,2002,Di Majo Norante
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Now under the same ownership as Taylor Fladgate and Fonseca, this is the best Delaforce vintage Port in many years. It is a big, ripe, full-flavored Port with bitter chocolate and solid black fruit flavors. The dry finish suggests good aging potential. Imported by Kobrand.",Vintage,58,89,Port,,,Delaforce 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Delaforce
,Red,US,"This is a subtle wine. Your first impression is of softness, dryness and pretty flavors of cherries and sweet fresh garden herbs. Then you return to find added levels of interest. This wine is best now, and will happily support most lamb dishes.",Small Berry,35,89,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2003 Small Berry Mourvèdre (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2003-small-berry-mourvedre-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Mourvèdre,2003,Cline
14,Red,Argentina,"Ripe and dense, with aromas of balsamic reduction, berry fruit and bread dough. The palate runs exceptionally sweet and rich, but it's not cloying or syrupy. Totally holes-free, with can't-miss flavors and solid tannins. Drink now or hold through 2007. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Reserve,21,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2003 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2003-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Bodega Norton
,Red,US,"What to make of this wine? It's young, with rich, soft, fine tannins framing powerful fruit, backed by a grip of acidity. Cherries, especially, but also black raspberries, with potent Asian spices. There's a trace of raisining, which makes me wonder if it's good for the long haul. But it's certainly very good now.",Five,90,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cain 2001 Five Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-2001-five-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Cain
,White,US,"This is a deeply flavored Chardonnay. Its full body embraces powerful flavors of ripe green apples, pineapples, butterscotch and spices. The wine is kept lively by good acidity.",Private Reserve,22,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bonneau 2003 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2003-private-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Bonneau
,Red,US,"Made Northern Rhône style, this sturdy Syrah opens with white pepper and cherry aromas. It's a young wine, currently tight in acids and sweet in layers of toasty oak. Give it a year to come together.",Big River Ranch,38,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Bella 2002 Big River Ranch Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2002-big-river-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2002,Bella
14.5,Red,Chile,"Severely oaked with a roasted nose equal to baked plums mixed with crushed espresso beans. Ultrarich in the mouth, with sweet, syrupy flavors that don't come across soft because the tannins are immense. This is not your average wine, and the nose is downright overwhelming. But it has some very impressive dark-berry flavors and it certainly should improve through 2006. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Cuvée Alexandre Requinoa Vineyard,23,89,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2003 Cuvée Alexandre Requinoa Vineyard Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2003-cuvee-alexandre-requinoa-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rapel-valley/,Syrah,2003,Lapostolle
14,Red,Argentina,"Pure and potent, with dark aromas that are softened slightly by hints of coconut and rose petals. The palate may be slightly syrupy, but the raspberry and plum flavors are fine, and the chocolaty aftertaste is hard to discount. Quite ripe and serious; just juicy enough to avoid being heavy. Imported by Epic Wines.",,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Melipal
,Red,US,"Silky and fresh, with berries and strawberries, natural tartness and early hints of toasted grain, cracker and sandalwood. Certainly a wine to cellar for a few years.",Reserve,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Argyle
,White,France,"This wine is finely perfumed, with flavors of almonds, currants and white berries. There is good intensity and the wine should age well over the next five years or more. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Grand Cru Wineck-Schlossberg,40,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2002 Grand Cru Wineck-Schlossberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2002-grand-cru-wineck-schlossberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Jean-Baptiste Adam
,Red,US,"Mainly Dijon clones off Martini's Del Rio property cropped at a measly 1.5 tons per acre, this wine shows good concen-tration and a full, soft mouthfeel. Cherry and vanilla flavors predominate, with a hint of mint adding some herbal complexity. Ends on dark chocolate and coffee notes; could use a little more length and fruit on the finish. Only 400 cases produced.",River Cuvée Pinot Noir,60,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2003 River Cuvée Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2003-river-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,MacMurray Ranch
,White,France,"Impressive for what the Bret brothers modestly refer to as their young vine cuvée. Floral, mineral and fresh pear aromas upfront, then layers of honeyed fruit on the palate, finishing with an extra flourish of minerals. Ready to drink. Imported by Le Serbet.",,27,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Vinzelles,,La Soufrandière 2003  Pouilly-Vinzelles,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soufrandiere-2003-chardonnay-pouilly-vinzelles/,Chardonnay,2003,La Soufrandière
13.5,Red,Spain,"This young RdD was aged only five months in barrel, yet it has weight, softness and vanilla shadings as well as pure, unadulterated dark fruit. In a word, it's delicious; the round blackberry and cherry flavors are great and the chocolate and smoke that sneak up on the finish seal the deal. A bit too expensive to be a Best Buy, but still a very good deal. Imported by Haro Imports.",Oak Aged,17,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Rubiejo 2003 Oak Aged  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubiejo-2003-oak-aged-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Rubiejo
,Red,US,"Re-released a year after its debut, this wine has become more subtle and nuanced with bottle age. It's one of the better Cabs you'll find at this price, with polished blackberry, currant, cherry, mocha and vanilla-oaky flavors, a villages-type wine from California's most distinguished Cabernet region. Don't let the screwtop bother you one bit.",,14,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Screw Kappa Napa 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/screw-kappa-napa-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-49533/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Screw Kappa Napa
14,Red,Chile,"A wine the band Deep Purple could get into, because it's just that color and it rocks. The bouquet is dusty and loaded with dark chocolate and ripe blackberry. In the mouth, there's nothing miserly about it: lush plum, blackberry and licorice flavors are full and forward. Highly enjoyable, especially at this price.",Marqués de Casa Concha,14,89,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2003 Marqués de Casa Concha Merlot (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2003-marques-casa-merlot-peumo/,Merlot,2003,Concha y Toro
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A rare vintage Port from a producer, normally known for table wines, in the Baixo Corgo region (the most westerly Port area). This is a success, a rich Port with plenty of sweet fruit, flavors of black currants and sweet tannins. At this stage though, the spirit is still not fully integrated.",Quinta da Gaivosa Vintage,42,89,Port,,,Domingos Alves de Sousa 2003 Quinta da Gaivosa Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domingos-alves-sousa-2003-quinta-gaivosa-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Domingos Alves de Sousa
,White,France,"A big, rich wine, full of aromas of apples and ripe fruits, this comes from the Schlossberg vineyard beneath the ruins of the Kaysersberg castle. It is powerful, concentrated, favoring currants and generous fruit flavors. It certainly has good aging potential—five years or more. Imported by Weygandt- Metzler.",Grand Cru Schlossberg,28,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Albert Mann 2002 Grand Cru Schlossberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-albert-mann-2002-grand-cru-schlossberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Albert Mann
15,Red,Italy,"Earthy and meaty, with a touch of early sulfur that blows off quickly. The palate is rich and plentiful in terms of raisin, blackberry and plum. And the finish is full and forward, with some tannic power. Candied but solid, and probably in need of more aging to soften those hard tannins.",Capitel Monte Olmi,82,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tedeschi 1999 Capitel Monte Olmi  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-1999-capitel-monte-olmi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Tedeschi
,Red,US,"Unti has succeeded in overcoming Sangiovese's tendency to dull herbaceousness in favor of a cherried, blackberry richness. Tannins and acids, however, are hefty, suggesting rich cheeses, olive oil, and fatty meats. Drink now through 2011.",,30,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Unti 2003 Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/unti-2003-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,2003,Unti
,White,South Africa,"A wine with a fine, nutty complexity over ripe fruit, with a touch of toast and a full, buttery flavor. This is developing well, but could age another 18 months. Imported by South Atlantic.",Dry White,,89,Stellenbosch,,,Umkhulu 2004 Dry White White (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umkhulu-2004-dry-white-stellenbosch/,White Blend,2004,Umkhulu
,Red,Portugal,"Named after the old Roman name for a fortified settlement in northeast Portugal, there are two wines in this new range from Portugal's largest producer, Sogrape. Both are based on the Tinta Roriz grape. This wine from the southern Alentejo shows the rich, ripe, open character of many southern Italian wines. Great fruit, great value. Imported by Paramount Brands.",Callabriga,,89,Alentejo,,,Sogrape 2003 Callabriga Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2003-callabriga-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2003,Sogrape
13,Red,France,,Chateau des Jacques,22,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Louis Jadot 2003 Chateau des Jacques  (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2003-chateau-jacques-red-moulin-a-vent/,Red Blend,2003,Louis Jadot
13,Red,France,"Fairly big and tannic, with dusty, dried-herb aromatics and brooding flavors of black cherries and spice. Finishes long and supple, so hold another few years to experience the considerable upside of this currently chunky offering.",Vieilles Vignes,40,89,Burgundy,Volnay,,Nicolas Potel 2003 Vieilles Vignes  (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2003-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nicolas Potel
13.5,White,Italy,"Starting to show some signs of peaking, but there's still vital dried fruit aromas, particularly mango and apricot, to get jazzed about. Honey, cantaloupe and orange flavors are ripe, and there's a hint of butterscotch on the finish. Drink real soon.",Campanaro,40,89,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2002 Campanaro  (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2002-campanaro-white-fiano-avellino/,White Blend,2002,Feudi di San Gregorio
15,Red,Italy,"More of a stout, round wine with an emphasis on lush berry fruit and raisins. And that is what we liked about it. It doesn't deal much wood or acid; instead it shoots for a creamy, somewhat spicy personality. And it hits that target squarely.",La Piccola Botte,45,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fratelli Giuliari 2000 La Piccola Botte  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-giuliari-2000-piccola-botte-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Fratelli Giuliari
,White,US,"Here's a dry, stylish Chard, the kind that references minerals and steel rather than overt fruit, although you'll find green apples and persimmons, dusted with cinnamon. It has good acids and a firm finish.",,18,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2002 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2002-chardonnay-carneros-45573/,Chardonnay,2002,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"This is a fine, posh, if a little immature Cabernet. It seems to reflect its southerly Oak Knoll origins in an acidity and tannic structure not found in Oakville. With its core of cassis and cocoa fruit, it should age well. Try holding until after 2007.",Estate,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Reynolds 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Reynolds
,White,US,"This Cabernet is instantly likeable for its delicious black currant, cocoa and sweet anise flavors. It's as soft as velvet, with just enough acidity and tannins to make it balanced.",,32,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Scherrer 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Scherrer
14,Red,Italy,"Lower in alcohol than most, so consequently it's pushing bright fruit notes and a lot of cinnamon, clove and other wood-based aromas. The palate offers a nice berry component, cherry, herbs and cigar tobacco. Finishes with crisp acids and a spot of chocolate.",Corte Brà,40,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Sartori 1998 Corte Brà  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-1998-corte-bra-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Sartori
,White,US,"Grgich Hills has done another fine job with this crisply fruity wine. It's appealing for its powerful citrus, fig and lemongrass flavors that finish with a slight honeyed note. The wine also has beautiful acids.",,24,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2004 Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2004-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Grgich Hills
,Red,US,"This smooth, dry wine shows all the hallmarks of this warm, balanced vintage. It has upfront black currant, cherry marmalade, chocolate and spicy flavors, with very soft, gentle tannins, balancing acids and a deft touch of smoky oak.",V Private Reserve,40,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,VJB 2001 V Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2001-v-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,VJB
,White,South Africa,"One of the top wineries of Stellenbosch, the Villiera winery has a fine reputation for strongly terroir-based wines. This Chenin, with its mineral character, shows good structure to go with the tropical fruit flavors, the almonds and some citrus. Imported by Fairest Cape Beverage Co., Inc.",,12,89,Stellenbosch,,,Villiera 2005 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villiera-2005-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Villiera
,White,France,"From 45-year-old vines, this spent 20 months in second-use barrels, which imparted a delicate toastiness and vanilla to the concentrated fruit. Honey, apple and citrus notes blend harmoniously with the ample oak. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Les Pommards,28,89,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine Robert-Denogent 2002 Les Pommards  (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-robert-denogent-2002-pommards-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2002,Domaine Robert-Denogent
14,Red,Argentina,"Entirely attractive and smooth. The nose offers appropriate milk chocolate, crushed berry and jam-like aromas, while the palate is ripe, fruity and balanced. Good on the palate, with sweet but dark finishing notes. A winner in its price range. Imported by North American Beverage Group, LLC.",,11,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Domaine Jean Bousquet
15,Red,Italy,"Bacon, mocha and coffee, all courtesy of some full-fledged oaking, are attractive in a manly, tough-guy sort of way. The palate is solid as a brick, with flavors of dates, medicinal cherry and chocolate. Warm and spicy at the end, maybe even a touch hot.",,39,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2000-italian-red-corvina-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Domìni Veneti
,Red,US,"Black and inky, this aromatic potpourri sends up scents of wet earth, truffle, spice, wild berries and even a bit of Provençal garrigue. Concentrated and tannic, it adds elements of raw meat, leaf and forest floor as it rolls across the tongue. Just a bit hot in the finish.",,23,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2003 Malbec (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2003-malbec-southern/,Malbec,2003,Abacela
,Red,US,"The signature wine of this pioneering central Oregon winery is their Tempranillo. Here it is nicely ripened and complex, layering boysenberries, mineral, wet earth, fennel, leaf, cedar and whiffs of smoke. Quite tart and tannic, but clearly varietal; this excellent 2003 seems just a bit less concentrated than in the very best vintages.",Estate,30,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2003 Estate Tempranillo (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2003-estate-tempranillo-southern/,Tempranillo,2003,Abacela
,White,France,"Shows more obvious oak than the other cuvées from this producer, with smoke and caramel notes layered over rich, baked-apple fruit. A bit low in acidity, but powerful on the finish. Drink now–2010. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Les Brûlés,45,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2003 Les Brûlés  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2003-brules-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2003,Château de Fuissé
,White,South Africa,"A full style of wine, named after the home of the Jordan family, who produce this wine. It is packed with great acidity balancing nutty fruit flavors. A touch of vanilla comes through, leaving a wine that is generous and full, but still leaves a fresh, crisp aftertaste. Imported by Vinnovative Imports.",Chenin Blanc/Sauvignon Blanc,9,89,Stellenbosch,,,Bradgate 2005 Chenin Blanc/Sauvignon Blanc White (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bradgate-2005-chenin-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-white-stellenbosch/,White Blend,2005,Bradgate
14,Red,Chile,"Solid and sweet, with a nose that's plum-filled, fresh and intriguing. A blend of several grapes, but the base is Cabernet. Flavors of cherry, raspberry and plum are bright, while the finish is fairly bold and carries a note of chocolate. Not super lush but rock solid, with a serious tannic foundation.",Sideral,25,89,Rapel Valley,,,Altaïr 2002 Sideral Red (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altair-2002-sideral-red-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Altaïr
,Red,France,"Lussac is one of the so-called satellites of Saint-Emilion (villages that attach the magic Saint-Emilion name to their own). But it does have many attractive wines that emulate Saint-Emilion in every way except the high price. This wine, a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, with a combination of dry austere blackcurrant fruit and sweet tannins, has that evocative cigar box, tobacco flavor that marks out a good Saint-Emilion. It finishes dry, tannic and demanding either decanting or a few years' aging, but also ready to drink with food this holiday season.",,9,89,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Château Michel de Vert 2003  Lussac Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-michel-vert-2003-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Michel de Vert
,Red,US,"Here's a well-oaked Cab that shows the winery's traditional preference for balance over power. It's not a blockbuster Napa Cab, but a subtle, harmonious one, with an elegant interplay of fruit and tannins. Drink now and over the next several years.",Family Reserve Generations,42,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2002 Family Reserve Generations Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2002-family-reserve-generations-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Charles Krug
13,White,South Africa,"High mountain vineyards in the spectacular Cederberg wilderness produce a great, crisp wine, full of citrus character and fresh, green fruit. This is a delicious, dry wine made from old vines, just pure fruit. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,17,89,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2005 Chenin Blanc (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2005-chenin-blanc-cederberg/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Cederberg
,White,US,"From this big vineyard in the southern part of the Salinas Valley, a wine amazingly high in acidity, with bright lime, grapefruit, passionfruit, melon and hay flavors. The alcohol is well under 13 percent, but the wine is absolutely dry. Try as an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.",San Bernabe Vineyard,13,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ca' del Solo 2004 San Bernabe Vineyard Malvasia Bianca (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2004-san-bernabe-vineyard-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-central-coast-monterey/,Malvasia Bianca,2004,Ca' del Solo
,Red,US,"Some Rhône blends burst with fruit. This one has cherries, but it's an understated, elegant wine, dry and earthy-herbal, with dusty tannins. This blend of Grenache and Syrah has complexity and style.",Cotes du Crow's,22,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2003 Cotes du Crow's Red (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-cotes-crows-red-central-coast-monterey/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Morgan
,Red,Chile,"Ripe and seductive, and displaying raw power, pomp and quite a bit of charbroiled, dark character. Very fruity and alive, with crusty black plum and berry flavors. Fully tannic but not mean. Modernin style; really good. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Limited Edition,15,89,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2003 Limited Edition Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2003-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2003,MontGras
13,White,Austria,"Can a wine be too minerally? This one's a candidate, with stony, minerally flavors that offer the merest hints of fresh greens or mint and crisp apple. It's a real mineral bath of flavor, backed by fresh limes; a tightly wound wine that needs a few years of age to open up. Imported by Vin Divino.",Durnstein Kaiserberg Smaragd,42,89,Wachau,,,Prager 2003 Durnstein Kaiserberg Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2003-durnstein-kaiserberg-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2003,Prager
,White,South Africa,"Bruwer Raats is a Loire wine lover, and he expresses this love in two distinct styles of Chenin Blanc. The unwooded Original is packed with apples, almonds and nuts, as well as flinty mineral character. It is almost bone dry, and is crisp and fresh. Imported by Cape Classics.",Original,13,89,Stellenbosch,,,Raats Family 2004 Original Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raats-family-2004-original-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Raats Family
14,Red,Chile,"Very modern and ripe, with syrupy black fruit crawling all over the beefy nose and onto the chewy palate. Flavors of black cherry and raspberry are live-wire and alert; they are supported by solid tannins and fine acidity. This wine gets better each time we try it. It has a lot of what most folks want in Syrah: flashy fruit and depth. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Marques de Casa Concha,16,89,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2003 Marques de Casa Concha Syrah (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2003-marques-casa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-peumo/,Syrah,2003,Concha y Toro
,White,US,"I tasted this alongside the winery's regular Chamisal Chard, and actually preferred the latter. They seem to have applied more oak to this wine, which doesn't make it better, only oakier. Not only that, but the oak takes away from the beautiful fruit.",Chamisal Vineyards Califa,38,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2003 Chamisal Vineyards Califa Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2003-chamisal-califa-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Alfred
,White,France,"Proprietor Jean-Marie Chaland crafts this cuvée from 50-year-old vines that are being transitioned to biodynamie. Smells like honey and spice, then delivers incredible ripe pear flavors and great richness balanced by minerality. Long on the finish.",L'Épinet,19,89,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Domaine Sainte Barbe 2003 L'Épinet  (Viré-Clessé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-barbe-2003-lepinet-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Sainte Barbe
,White,France,"A smooth, opulent Riesling, from a vineyard whose name literally means “hot mountain”. It is hugely ripe, but still has some fine mineral character. The acidity is a little more in question; this could well be a wine that develops relatively quickly. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Heissenberg,39,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ostertag 2002 Heissenberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ostertag-2002-heissenberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Ostertag
,Red,US,"This full-bodied wine has a taste of wild herbs, especially lavender, and a robust, silky texture. It's dry, with brambly flavors, and more Rhône-like than a Napa Cab. Has the balance and complexity for fine foods.",Sweetwater Ranch,28,89,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Croze 2001 Sweetwater Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croze-2001-sweetwater-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Croze
,White,US,"There is an embarrassment of riches in Oregon and Washington when it comes to crisp, seductive Rieslings, but most of the good ones cost double this amount. Wonderfully fresh, lively and fruity, it delivers surprising complexity, with some sweetness (2.7% residual) but nothing sugary or cloying. 57,750 cases were made. The winery also markets (regionally) a limited-edition “Dry Riesling” which still clocks in at an off-dry-ish 1.5% residual. The regular version is the better of the two.",,7,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2004 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2004-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2004,Covey Run
13.5,White,Austria,"Top-notch Austrian Chardonnay, with lovely aromas of citrus and honey-nut Cheerios matched by lemon custard and toasted whole-grain flavors. Layered and rich, yet balanced by zesty acidity. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Tiglat,55,89,Burgenland,,,Velich 2001 Tiglat Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velich-2001-tiglat-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2001,Velich
,White,US,"Here's a fine, flavorful Chard. It's got jazzy flavors of white peaches, pineapples, vanilla custard, buttered toast and Asian spices, wrapped in a rich, creamy texture.",,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2003 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Rodney Strong
,Red,US,"I love this 4-variety Rhône blend of Contra Costa, Monterey and Mount Veeder fruit. It combines warm region jammy fruit with cool climate acids. Just delicious in cherries, raspberries and milk chocolate, with a silky, crisp, balanced structure. Great price for a wine of this complexity.",La Provencale,16,89,California,California Other,California,Jade Mountain 2003 La Provencale Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-2003-provencale-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Jade Mountain
,White,South Africa,"Just a hint of wood from a small percentage of barrel aging gives this wine an open, buttery character. From vines on the slopes of the Helderberg mountain outside Stellenbosch, the wine lacks pure Chenin varietal character, but there are great, ripe flavors. Imported by Vinnovative Imports.",,12,89,Stellenbosch,,,Vinum Africa 2004 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-africa-2004-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Vinum Africa
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A rich wine with a touch of new wood. The fruit is huge but restrained, giving ripeness and black jelly sweetness. This is a fine wine that will age well.",Vintage,,89,Port,,,Senhora do Convento 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senhora-convento-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Senhora do Convento
,Red,US,"Dense purple in hue, this full-bodied wine has powerful aromas of mushu plum sauce, cherry pipe tobacco and white pepper. It's tannic, but very soft, with a dry, cherry-leather finish. Try this assertive wine with bold fare.",Cavallo,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 2003 Cavallo Barbera (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-2003-cavallo-barbera-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Barbera,2003,Preston
15,Red,Italy,"Definitely smooth and woody, with plenty of toast, cedar and coffee along with black cherry. Shows a lot of the right stuff throughout, from the broad palate that sports sweet notes of caramel, coffee and root beer to the easy finish. Only a bit of hard tannin makes it firm; otherwise it registers as soft.",Pergole Vece,120,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 1999 Pergole Vece  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-1999-pergole-vece-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1999,Le Salette
15,Red,Italy,"A bit rooty and spicy, with aromatic notes of root beer, cinnamon, tea and cedar. Features somewhat of a tannic, racy feel, with flavors running toward cherry. One taster found it a touch minty and leafy, but two-thirds of our panel approved of the wine's zesty, snappy characteristics.",,50,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Trabucchi d'Illasi 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trabucchi-dillasi-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2000,Trabucchi d'Illasi
,White,France,"There's already some petrol character to this attractive wine, which also has great acidity and a fine, bone- dry feel. On the palate, there are some intense currant flavors. A great food wine with good concentration. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Grand Cru Pfersigberg,42,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2000 Grand Cru Pfersigberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2000-grand-cru-pfersigberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Kuentz-Bas
,Red,Chile,"Hillside fruit yields a seductive wine with flowery aromas offset by black cherry. Settles on the meaty, earthy, brawny style, with vigorous bitter chocolate, caramel and vanilla flavors stemming from the new oak. The real deal in Chilean Pinot Noir.",Alazan,28,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2004 Alazan Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2004-alazan-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kingston Family
14,White,Chile,"A little oaky at first, resulting in some slight varnish-like aromas. But airing tones it down, and then you get popcorn, baked apple and fresh pear notes. Ample and quite pleasurable throughout, with apple and banana flavors in front of a big, round finish. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Alpha,23,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2003 Alpha Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2003-alpha-chardonnay-casablanca-valley-48129/,Chardonnay,2003,Montes
12,Sparkling,Spain,"This is top-notch value cava, perfectly round, solid and fruity. Pear, apple and pastry aromas carry the nose while orange, lemon, green herb and white pepper flavors are defined and attractive. Rarely does a sparkler at this price register so high on the quality meter, but the structure and totality of this Macabeo-Parellada-Xarello blend is nothing if not commendable. Mont Marçal ranks as a perennial value leader.",Brut Reserva,12,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal 2001 Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-2001-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Mont Marçal
,White,US,"Forest Glen, until now an inexpensive wine, goes upscale with its first-ever reserve bottlings. It's an auspicious launch. This wine is fruity, crisp and well-oaked, and maintains balance and elegance without over-the-top winemaker intervention.",Reserve,22,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Forest Glen 2002 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2002-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2002,Forest Glen
13.5,White,US,"This flavorful Chard puts its fruit upfront. The flavors include apples, pears and dusty brown Asian  spices. It's been fairly heavily worked, and is a bit soft in acids, and very creamy. Will be nice with lobster bisque.",Cupa Grandis Grand Barrel Reserve,40,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2003 Cupa Grandis Grand Barrel Reserve Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2003-cupa-grandis-grand-barrel-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2003,EOS
15.5,Red,Italy,"Begins with sweet, floral aromas of red fruit, which one of our tasters found to be a bit too much like perfume or nail polish. The rest of our panel liked the wine's berry flavors, no-fuss style, and length on the finish. “Size with stamina,” was how one taster described the body.",,53,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fratta Pasini 2002  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratta-pasini-2002-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2002,Fratta Pasini
13.5,Red,France,,Epenottes Premier Cru,37,89,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Moillard 2002 Epenottes Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2002-epenottes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2002,Domaine Moillard
,White,South Africa,"A fascinating, serious, full-bodied style of wine from this Paarl winery, which was founded in 1997. The wine is packed with nutmeg and almond flavors, which join concentrated vibrant fruits.",,,89,Coastal Region,,,Avondale 2004 Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avondale-2004-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Avondale
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"There are all the right elements in this rich, smooth Port: good acidity, firm tannins, power and fine flavors of figs, sultanas and sweet jelly. This is a very attractive wine, likely to age well over the medium term. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Vintage,85,89,Port,,,Cálem 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calem-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Cálem
16,Red,Italy,"More red than brick in color, with light, distant fruit aromas and touches of citrus peel, leather and a smidgen of acetone. Black cherry, fairly sweet in stature, carries the palate, while the tail end is based on dark chocolate, coffee and roasted meats. Sturdy and structured.",,30,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Ca' Bertoldi 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bertoldi-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1998,Ca' Bertoldi
,Red,US,"Actually Petit Verdot-based, this wine is darker and deeper than Viader's '02 regular Cabernet blend. It has flavors of plums, boysenberries, cocoa and blackberries. It's dry, but lush in fruit. One wishes it were firmer in tannins and acids, but there's no denying its lusciousness.",V,100,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Viader 2002 V Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viader-2002-v-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Viader
14.5,Red,Argentina,"As convincing an Argentinean Cabernet as you'll find. The nose offers tight oak, spice, mint and vanilla along with dark, expressive fruit. The palate is right where you'd want it; the cassis, cherry and earth notes are just right. Finishes with vanilla and a touch of cola. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Particular,30,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2003 Particular Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2003-particular-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Valentín Bianchi
,Red,US,"The Twisted Oak guys are determined to raise the level of winemaking in their area. This Rhône blend has the hallmarks of a fine, warm country wine. It blasts off with cherry, cocoa and blueberry flavors, and then the structure locks in to give it balance and harmony.",*%#&@!,32,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Twisted Oak 2003 *%#&@! Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2003-and-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Twisted Oak
,Red,US,"Forward and inviting aromas of violets, black cherries, vanilla and charred oak are complexed with roasted meat and grilled wild mushroom notes, in this smoothly textured, complex Merlot. It's gentle in tannins and well acidified, with a seasoned finish of currants.",Schneider Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Thumbprint Cellars 2002 Schneider Vineyard Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thumbprint-cellars-2002-schneider-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2002,Thumbprint Cellars
,White,US,"If you don't put oak on a Chardonnay, you better have some powerful fruit. It's hard to imagine any Chard being fruitier than this. Absolutely delicious in apples, limes, peaches and pineapples, with wonderfully bright acidity.",Edna Ranch No Oak,16,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2004 Edna Ranch No Oak Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2004-edna-ranch-no-oak-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Tolosa
,Red,US,"Showcases its coastal origins with high acids, intense fruit and purity of varietal character. This isn't one of those dark, alcoholic Pinots, but a silky, elegant one. But there's nothing shy about the powerful cherry, raspberry, coffee and cinnamon flavors. Has a raisiny overripeness that adds seasoning.",Edna Ranch 1772,52,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2002 Edna Ranch 1772 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2002-edna-ranch-1772-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Tolosa
,White,France,"This wine shows finesse, quality, and at the same time power. There are fine flavors of mint and grapefruit, with long-lasting acidity. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Grand Cru Schoenenbourg,35,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2000 Grand Cru Schoenenbourg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2000-grand-cru-schoenenbourg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Pierre Sparr
,White,US,"I have enjoyed this unoaked Chard since Morgan started producing it. Made largely from the same fruit as the winery's  more expensive bottlings, the wine exhibits bright, crisp Santa Lucia acidity, and lime, Meyer lemon and papaya flavors. It's compellingly drinkable.",Metallico,20,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2004 Metallico Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-metallico-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2004,Morgan
,Red,Chile,"Aged in new American oak for 20 months, this wine has intense aromas of vanilla and toast, but that's backed by ample blackberry, black cherry and raspberry scents. It's a juicy, medium-weight wine, not overly rich, but packed with raspberries, dried herbs and brown sugar. Finishes long and toasty—and might be more reminiscent of some Riojas than most Chilean wines. A blend of Carignan, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Imported by Morandé USA.",Edicion Limitada Golden Reserve,80,90,Loncomilla Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Edicion Limitada Golden Reserve Red (Loncomilla Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-edicion-limitada-golden-reserve-red-loncomilla-valley/,Red Blend,2001,Morandé
13,White,France,"Oily and musky on the nose, giving the impression of great concentration and ripeness—an impression that's borne out by the impressively rich pear and honey flavors. Slightly sweet, but balanced by good minerality. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Grand Cru Kessler,40,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2002 Grand Cru Kessler Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2002-grand-cru-kessler-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2002,Domaines Schlumberger
,Red,US,"This is the kind of Pinot Noir that is styled in a leaner, tauter, more acidic way meant to complement food and be cellarworthy. Nonetheless the impressive cherry and blackberry flavors are flattering.",Starr Ridge Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Starr Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-starr-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Gary Farrell
,White,US,"The heat of Paso hasn't given this Chard much acidity, but in its place you'll find beautifully ripened fruit. It tastes like peaches floating in natural cream, drizzled with honey and vanilla and just a dash of creme de cassis. It's really quite an impressive wine.",,16,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2004 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2004,Eberle
,White,US,"This crowd pleaser is rich in tropical fruit, buttered toast, caramelized oak and vanilla flavors. It has a spicy, creamy texture, and is thoroughly balanced. It's a flamboyant Chard that doesn't tire the palate.",Family Reserve,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2003 Family Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2003-family-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Charles Krug
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Owned by the Kopke and Van Zeller families (Fernando van Zeller is Baron de Vilar), this Port comes from vineyards in Moncorvo and San João de Pesqueira. It is a beautifully perfumed wine, with solid tannins, balancing rich fruit with a firm structure. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Vintage,38,90,Port,,,Barão de Vilar 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barao-vilar-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Barão de Vilar
13.9,Red,Argentina,"This signature wine from Nicolas Catena offers wonderful aromatics, including deep black fruit, coffee and fancy oak. The palate on this blended wine (it's mostly Cabernet) deals ample black cherry and cassis, and the finish is snappy, not heavy. A bit leaner and lighter in the midpalate than one might expect. Definitely food-friendly more than lush. Imported by Billington Imports.",Nicolas Catena Zapata,90,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2001 Nicolas Catena Zapata Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2001-nicolas-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2001,Bodega Catena Zapata
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Founded in 1845 by a Danish sea captain, Andresen remains a tiny, independent shipper, run by the Santos family. It certainly knows how to make some good vintage Port, with its fragrant flavors, big, dark fruits and rich raisins. There is a fine mélange of fruit flavors, balanced with a touch of acidity. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Vintage,32,90,Port,,,J. H. Andresen 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-h-andresen-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,J. H. Andresen
,White,South Africa,"A beautifully crisp, unoaked Chenin that jumps from the glass with its vibrant spicy, floral fruit aromas. Just off dry, this wine's crisp acidity is nicely balanced with just a hint of sweeter Chenin used as part of the blend. Imported by Cape Classics.",,10,90,Stellenbosch,,,Kanu 2004 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanu-2004-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Kanu
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"From one of the brand names of the Royal Oporto group, this is impressive. It is perfumed, firm, solid with dense tannins. The balance and structure are already there in a Port that shows sweetness as well as concentration.",Vintage,,90,Port,,,Hoopers 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoopers-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Hoopers
,White,US,"These Lake County Sauvignons sure are getting interesting. This one is an amazing wine, bone dry, tingly-tart and filled with gooseberry, grapefruit and minerals. It stimulates some feral instinct in the mouth, living up to its savage, wild name.",Musqué Clone,21,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Fortress 2004 Musqué Clone Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortress-2004-musque-clone-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Fortress
,Red,US,"Of Harmonique's two Pinots, this is the more “Burgundian.” It's paler in color and ineffably silky, with a mélange of cherry, cola, beetroot and tobacco flavors, and a nice mushroomy earthiness. Could develop for a few more years.",Delicacé,48,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Harmonique 2002 Delicacé Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmonique-2002-delicace-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Harmonique
14.5,Red,Italy,"Round, smoky and solid, with all components in their proper places. We liked this wine's ripe black cherry and plum flavors and found the mouthfeel to be rock solid and the acid-tannin balance just right. Maybe it doesn't stand out, but it will fit the bill with nary a problem.",,35,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Zonin 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-1999-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1999,Zonin
,Rose,US,"Randall Grahm is at the top of his game, producing Rhône wines that are inexpensive, yet incredibly complex and rewarding. This year's Cigare is bone dry, and the richest yet. With its zesty burst of acidity, the subtle flavors are of cherries, raspberries, rose petals, dried Provençal herbs and pepper. This complex wine is a blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Roussanne, Cinsault, Syrah and Marsanne.",Vin Gris de Cigare,11,90,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 2004 Vin Gris de Cigare Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2004-vin-gris-cigare-rose-other/,Rosé,2004,Bonny Doon
,White,France,"Produced from yields that were under 2 tons per acre, this wine is highly concentrated and rich, with exotic tropical fruit notes layered with orange marmalade. The only quibble is that the finish could be a little longer, but this is still a lovely mouthful. Drink now–2010. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Les Clos,45,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2003 Les Clos  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2003-clos-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2003,Château de Fuissé
,White,France,"A bit closed right now, but the concentration and elegance is still evident. You get glimpses of pear, apple and citrus flavors and a long, anise-tinged finish, but hold another few years to let it blossom. Drink 2008–2015. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Vieilles Vignes,50,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2002 Vieilles Vignes  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2002-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2002,Château de Fuissé
,White,France,"Just as good, but different in style from the flamboyant 2003, the 2002 Les Clos is more classic, with upfront aromas of smoke and mineral that enfold honey, baked apple and citrus flavors. Finishes long, with a chalky, almost tactile quality. Drink now–2012. Imported by Frederick Wildman And Sons, Ltd.",Les Clos,45,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2002 Les Clos  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2002-clos-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2002,Château de Fuissé
14,Red,France,"Full and lush, made with 80% Grenache whose ripeness clearly shows. Brandied cherries and well-integrated wood spice on the nose, then superripe stone fruits on the palate, cherries especially, but also including hints of apricot and peach. A dusting of cocoa and dried spices add nuance, while it all comes together in a velvety finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",La Gille,22,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Perrin & Fils 2003 La Gille  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2003-gille-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-gigondas/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Perrin & Fils
,White,South Africa,"One of South Africa's star winemakers, Kevin Arnold, has produced an impressive, dry wine, with intense apple and grapefruit flavors. It is crisp, with a delicious lift at the end, and a dry, green aftertaste. Imported by Yellowwood Wine Company.",,14,90,Stellenbosch,,,Pecan Stream 2005 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecan-stream-2005-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Pecan Stream
,Red,Chile,"Black as night, with cola, mint and very little herbaceousness. In fact, the whole package offers only the slightest note of Carmenère's notorious herbal character. Without that identity, it's pure and delivers unabridged ripeness. Finishes with bitter chocolate and vanilla. Imported by Select Fine Wine.",Orzada,18,90,Central Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Orzada Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-orzada-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Odfjell
,White,France,"The suntrap of the terraced slopes of the Rangen vineyard makes a great place for late-ripening varieties such as Riesling. That's why this wine is so full of ripe white peaches and currants. But it also has fine structure and intensity, which promise long aging. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Grand Cru Rangen,65,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2000 Grand Cru Rangen Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2000-grand-cru-rangen-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Kuentz-Bas
12,White,US,"This wine, made from one of the great Spanish and Portuguese white grapes, is rare in California. In cool Carneros, it has produced a very dry, flinty, acidic wine, almost sour in grapefruit sensations, with an intriguing minerality and a long, clean, prickly finish. It contains only 12% alcohol.",,24,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Havens 2004 Albariño (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/havens-2004-albarino-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Albariño,2004,Havens
,White,US,"One of the best Chards in this price category, this Monterey example is rich in tropical fruit, peach and spice flavors, and crisp in acidity. It has smoky oak, buttercream, a bit of lees—in other words, the works.",Riverstone,14,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2003 Riverstone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2003-riverstone-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2003,J. Lohr
15,Red,Italy,"Round, pure and smooth, with solid, praise-worthy aromas of  toast, coffee, prune and licorice. Seems more subtle than some, and the flavors of kirsch, raspberry and vanilla are hardened just enough by coffee and tobacco nuances. Finishes long and soft, with chocolaty sweetness and textbook tannins.",,48,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Impero 2001  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/impero-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2001,Impero
,White,South Africa,"A wine that shows that, with care, it is possible to make a successful wooded Chenin Blanc. This is currently a little closed up, but the wine shows great potential, with its spice, toast, dried fruits and touch of spicy pepper. This would work as a partner to Thai food. Imported by Boutique Wine Collection.",,15,90,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2005 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2005-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Ken Forrester
,White,Portugal,"A smooth, creamy ripe wine from the 1,500-acre Esporão estate, this blended wine has richness, and almond and green plum flavors. It is intense, dense and polished, with good acidity. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Monte Velho,8,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2004 Monte Velho White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2004-monte-velho-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2004,Herdade do Esporão
,Red,US,"This isn't a wine to cellar. But it's a beautiful young wine now, one of the most attractive '02s around to accompany a fine meal. It's intricate in cassis and oak flavors, with flamboyantly ripe, complex tannins and crisper acidity than Napa usually offers. Seems to improve with every sip.",,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,M. Cosentino
15,Red,Italy,"Spice on a light bouquet is the calling card of this more elegant wine. The nose offers cinnamon, cedar and herbs in addition to red-berry scents. The palate is refined and precise, although not particularly deep or dense. Slightly piquant and made more for the dinner table than for in front of the fireplace.",Capital de Roari,24,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Luigi Righetti 2000 Capital de Roari  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2000-capital-roari-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2000,Luigi Righetti
,Red,US,"Made from about 90% Dry Creek fruit, Lambert Bridge's Merlot is very dry and softly scented with red cherry, sweet pipe tobacco and coffee flavors nudging into cocoa. It has a delicate, refined mouthfeel, showing less power than sheer finesse.",,26,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lambert Bridge 2002 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-2002-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Lambert Bridge
,Red,US,"Lachini winemaker Isabelle Dutarte, who made half a dozen vintages at Domaine Drouhin and trained under Maison Drouhin, definitely has a DDO style going here. Tight, compact, structured and immaculate, this focused effort rewards breathing time with aromas of wild berry, gravel and earth. Tart and juicy, it's one of those wines that's even better on the second day.",LV Estate,36,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lachini 2003 LV Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2003-lv-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lachini
,White,South Africa,"From a black empowerment-managed vineyard, jointly owned with giant winery Distell, this wine comes from the Papkuilsfontein vineyard on the west coast. It is a ripe wine, but its chief attraction is the white fruit and crisp, herbaceous flavors. It already has good balance, but its very dry character promises some good development. Imported by Distell USA Inc.",Papkuilsfontein,13,90,Darling,,,Tukulu 2005 Papkuilsfontein Chenin Blanc (Darling),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tukulu-2005-papkuilsfontein-chenin-blanc-darling/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Tukulu
,Red,US,"This unconventional blend of Cabernet, Syrah and Merlot is a classic Napa red, soft and luxurious and decadent, yet with a firm structure. It's enormously flavorful in sweet cassis and chocolate, with a firm, dry finish.",Alexis,55,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Swanson 2002 Alexis Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2002-alexis-red-napa-oakville/,Red Blend,2002,Swanson
,Red,US,"This is a Cab that's drinking well now despite some fairly hefty tannins. There's a forwardness to the red and black cherry fruit and sweet oak that will make it great with a steak now, but it should hold and even improve through the decade.",Reserve,50,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Raymond 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Raymond
,White,US,"Super-rich, oaky and ripe in the Testarossa style, this flamboyant wine bursts with tropical fruit, spice, buttered toast and vanilla aromas and flavors. The texture is creamy, and the acidity high in this crowd pleaser.",Diana's Reserve,50,90,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2003 Diana's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2003-dianas-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2003,Testarossa
,White,France,"Seems a bit muted on the nose, offering little beyond the suggestion of honeyed fruit, but really takes off on the palate, exploding with floral notes and an intensity that belies its lightness of body. There's some buttered richness, but also fine minerality. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Clos sur la Roche,43,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Saumaize-Michelin 2003 Clos sur la Roche  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saumaize-michelin-2003-clos-sur-roche-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Saumaize-Michelin
,White,France,"More powerful than Monsieur Robert's La Croix bottling, but not quite as long, with assertive flavors of honey, anise and oranges. A bold statement in Pouilly-Fuissé. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Les Reisses,32,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Robert-Denogent 2002 Les Reisses  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-robert-denogent-2002-reisses-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2002,Domaine Robert-Denogent
,White,France,"From this Turckheim vineyard, close to the Brand grand cru vines, this is a big, rich wine, packed with great honeysuckle aromas, good acidity and spice accents. It is huge, but should age well. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Heimbourg,57,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2002 Heimbourg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2002-heimbourg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Part of the large Barros Almeida group, Feist is one of those names that has an illustrious history in Port. This 2003 is a fine, ripe wine with plenty of rich, dark fruit flavors. There is a pronounced dry character as well, which promises well for the future.",Vintage,,90,Port,,,Feist 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feist-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Feist
,Red,US,"Makes all the right moves, with ripe fruit flavors, rich tannins and a sweet coat of oak. There's a rich tobacco and earth note that grounds the fruit. A complex wine that should age well for 10 years.",,48,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Teaderman 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teaderman-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Teaderman
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fine, foursquare wine from one of the Symington-owned Port houses. It shows good tannins, delicious perfumed fruit and great ripeness. Along with this attractive fruit, there is an impressive streak of dry tannins which promise good aging. Imported by Premium Port Wines Inc.",Vintage,60,90,Port,,,Smith Woodhouse 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-woodhouse-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Smith Woodhouse
,Red,US,"Made by sixth generation growers, this Zin is rich and extracted, with plum, berry, spice and tobacco flavors. It's built with strong acids and tannins that should pull it through the next ten years, but it's a lovely wine now.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2002 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2002-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Mauritson
,Red,Chile,"Opaque in color and dense throughout. Starts with a smoky, baked-plum personality before showing its true colors, which include a silky texture, soft tannins and masculine coffee, mocha and pepper qualities. Great mouthfeel and a lot of richness. Imported by The Calkins Group.",EQ,25,90,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2003 EQ Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2003-eq-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2003,Matetic
,White,US,"Displays all the flair of Monterey's terroir, with tropical fruit flavors and crisp, bright acidity that makes even this rich wine finish clean. Oak adds just the right touch of charry vanilla.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2003 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2003,Morgan
14,Red,Chile,"Big, bold and saturated, with dense aromas of baked fruit, spice and licorice. This brand-new wine ranks as Chile's most pricey Carmenère, but it's surely one of the country's very best. It's ripe, packed with black fruit, and textured beyond ordinary. With oak, heft and style, it's a winner. With 8% Petit Verdot. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Purple Angel,48,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2003 Purple Angel Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2003-purple-angel-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Montes
15,Red,Italy,"Opens with deep cola, menthol, cinnamon and chocolate in addition to tobacco and black fruit. Fairly sweet in the mouth, and maybe a touch too syrupy for those who prefer a drier version. Undoubtedly ripe and chocolaty, with a bit of caramel corn on the finish.",,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte Faustino 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-faustino-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Monte Faustino
,Red,Portugal,"Lavradores is an innovative project that brings together 15 growers (lavradores) and estate owners in the Douro to make and market their own wine. This first vintage, an amazing bargain at the price, justifies the innovation. It has a fine, earthy character, with rich, dark tannic fruit and big blackberry fruit flavors. A powerful and impressive wine which talks of schist rocks and mountain vineyards.",,9,90,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2001 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2001-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2001,Lavradores de Feitoria
,White,US,"Although this Chard was put through malolactic, it's quite acidic, stimulating the tastebuds with citrusy brightness. There are richer flavors of pears and smoky, buttered toast. This is the kind of Chard that gets more interesting in the glass as it warms up.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 2003 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2003-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,MacRostie
13,Red,France,,Chateau des Lumieres Cote du Py,30,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Louis Jadot 2003 Chateau des Lumieres Cote du Py  (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2003-chateau-lumieres-cote-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2003,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"The '01 Cabs keep rolling out. This Cabernet blend has some tight tannins that make it dry and astringent right now. It's nowhere near ready. But it should reveal its hearty blackberry and coffee flavors by 2007, and for quite a long time after.",Reserve Alexandre Meritage,49,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2001 Reserve Alexandre Meritage Meritage (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2001-reserve-alexandre-meritage-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Meritage,2001,Geyser Peak
,White,US,"Grabs your interest for its intense varietal character and overall balance and harmony. Zesty lemondrop, gooseberry, fig and vanilla flavors dominate, leading to a dry finish that's rich in acids. Has the weight of a Chardonnay.",,16,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Frog's Leap
14.5,Red,Chile,"Intense and saturated, with dark aromas of pencil lead, tree bark, cola and black fruits. In the mouth, it's full-force Cabernet. The blackberry and black cherry flavors are pure and satisfying, while the finish offers smoke, chocolate and coffee. This wine features ripeness and an overall quality rarely achieved by others in the price range. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",,10,90,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Lapostolle
,White,US,"This is an interesting, terroir-driven wine. It's at that fascinating knife's edge where it's losing its peach and apple fruit and picking up a rich, honeyed minerality. Bone dry, it's crisp in acids and complex, a “food wine” to use that overused term.",Scherrer Vineyard,25,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Scherrer 2001 Scherrer Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2001-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Scherrer
,Red,Portugal,"This limited production version of the multimillion-bottle Periquita brand was aged for 24 months in American oak. Made from the Castelão grape, it is rich and velvety with flavors of dark figs. This is a wine that can certainly age—keep it for 5 years or more. Imported by Palm Bay Imports. 1,000 cases produced.",Periquita Classico,19,90,Terras do Sado,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2001 Periquita Classico Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2001-periquita-classico-red-terras-sado/,Portuguese Red,2001,José Maria da Fonseca
,White,Chile,"The bouquet deals a fine mix of citrus, melon, bell pepper and asparagus, yet it's not vegetal. Shows weight and sweetness on the palate, thus it will offset Asian foods like magic. Interestingly, it's fermented in stainless steel barrels, not tanks, and with natural yeasts. Imported by Daniel Johnnes Wines.",Cariblanco,15,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2004 Cariblanco Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2004-cariblanco-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Kingston Family
,White,France,"Thanks to the vintage, this is showing more fat than usual, yet still retains a gorgeous sense of balance. Orange and mineral flavors dance on the palate, accompanied by hints of apple, pineapple and lime. From a biodynamic producer, with no added yeasts, no chaptalization and no wood aging. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Quintaine,30,90,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Guillemot-Michel 2003 Quintaine  (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guillemot-michel-2003-quintaine-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2003,Guillemot-Michel
,White,US,"A good, honest and earthy Chardonnay that smacks of terroir. Shows apple, pear and herb flavors, with soft acids and a long, oaky-sweet finish. Finishes balanced and elegant.",Clonal Select,24,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2002 Clonal Select Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2002-clonal-select-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,DeLorimier
15,Red,Italy,"Dark and smoky, with a dab of charcoal along with prune, chocolate and herbs on the nose. Runs zesty and fast, with lively black cherry flavors and a touch of pepper. Definitely well made, with chewy richness.",,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Allegrini
15,Red,Italy,"A touch of early sulfur leaves quickly, and what's left on the bouquet is coffee, cola, smoke and a bit of apple skin. Black cherry and licorice flavors meet on the palate, which sports a tiny bit of acrid campfire. Finishes rather long and peppery, with a solid, largely supple feel.",Estate,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Arano 2000 Estate  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arano-2000-estate-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Arano
,Red,US,"Argyle vintage dates its brut, a mark of extra care and quality. As with the '99 when it was first released, this is still tight and showing crisp green apple flavors, but it opens gently into a smooth, yeasty wine with hints of toast. The blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir.",Brut,21,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 2000 Brut Sparkling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2000-brut-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Argyle
,White,France,"In the warm style of the vintage, this wine is framed by nutty, honeyed aromas, but features a core of wonderfully elegant pear fruit. Finishes long, with chalk and mineral notes that provide structural support in lieu of crisp acidity. Drink now–2010. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Les Combettes,,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2003 Les Combettes  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2003-combettes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2003,Château de Fuissé
15.5,Red,Italy,"Built like a house, with seductive prune, sandalwood and root beer aromas. Very dense, with a firm foundation. Thus the palate is heavy, but it's loaded with plum, cherry, raisin and chocolate. It's pretty much everything you'd expect from Amarone, and the tannins are smooth but active. Should hold for another three to five years.",Bosan,80,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cesari 1997 Bosan  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-1997-bosan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1997,Cesari
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fine, perfumed wine with great fruit. It's ripe, with lovely rich flavors and a backbone of firm tannins. This is a good, solid, classic wine. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Vintage,82,90,Port,,,Warre's 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Warre's
,Red,Spain,"This modern-style wine could be designated as Toro, but it comes from a village that predates the Toro D.O. so it keeps the “Vino de la Tierra” moniker. That said, it's a first-ever Tempranillo made by the New Zealand enologist Amy Hopkinson, and like many new-wave Spanish bruisers five times pricier it pours on the smoky aromas in front of a textured, extracted palate. In terms of sheer flavor per dollar, you'll be hard pressed to do better. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",Venta Mazzaron,15,90,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Manchuela,,Viñas del Cenit 2003 Venta Mazzaron Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-cenit-2003-venta-mazzaron-tempranillo-vino-tierra-manchuela/,Tempranillo,2003,Viñas del Cenit
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"For Sandra Tavares da Silva and her husband, Jorge Serodio Borges, already well-known for great Douro table wine, this is a first vintage Port. For such a modern couple, the Port has a comfortingly old-fashioned feel. The tannins are dusty and solid, but generous. The style is dry, while the fruit has fine dried fruit flavors. An impressive start. Imported by European Cellars.",Pintas Vintage,55,90,Port,,,Wine & Soul 2003 Pintas Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2003-pintas-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Wine & Soul
,Red,US,"Although the immediate impact of this wine is obvious in the soft silk and satin mouthfeel and cherry, cola, mocha and spice flavors, it's not a simple wine. The palate understands the complexity, and wants more...and more...and more.",,32,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Williams Selyem 2003 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"Very, very tannic and closed now, which isn't surprising given its mountain appellation, this young Cab needs time in the cellar. But it should develop well. It's balanced, and there's a core of sweet blackberry and cherry fruit that should emerge by 2010.",,40,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hess Collection 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Hess Collection
,Red,US,"Nobody is trying harder to master Cab Franc, and this noble wine continues Peju's streak. It's voluptuously soft, but not too soft, with enough acidity and tannins for structure. Meanwhile, the flavors are a wonder. Black currants, red and black cherries, white chocolate, sweet vanilla and an edge of smoky char, to name a few. Drink now.",Reserve,90,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2002 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2002-reserve-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2002,Peju
,Red,US,"Alexander Valley Cabs can have an earthiness, a dried thyme and dill character. But that doesn't mean a wine like this doesn't have complexity and interest. The entry isn't super-fruity, but the finish is rich in black currants, in this dry, balanced and nuanced wine.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Optima 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/optima-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Optima
13.5,White,Austria,"So rich it almost seems syrupy, yet it's dry and full of minerally extract. Peppermint and apple aromas kick things off, followed up on the palate by that great weight and viscosity, along with hints of anise and pear. Shows a bit of alcohol on the finish, or this rating would have soared even higher. Imported by Vin Divino.",Weissenkirchen Klaus Smaragd,47,90,Wachau,,,Prager 2003 Weissenkirchen Klaus Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2003-weissenkirchen-klaus-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2003,Prager
,White,France,"An elegant wine that is already showing some age, at least in its aromas. The Mambourg vineyard, at Sigolsheim, with its limestone soil, gives this wine a steely mineral character but also good richness. It should age well over 5-10 years. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Grand Cru Mambourg,35,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2000 Grand Cru Mambourg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2000-grand-cru-mambourg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Pierre Sparr
,Red,Chile,"The Odfjell family, originally from Norway, understands the shipping business and they also understand how to make wines with deep flavors and smooth textures. And whereas Carmenère frequently tastes of bell peppers or worse, this has to be one of the best, most full versions we've come across. Black olive, herbs and dried fruits carry the nose. Lush in the mouth; truly delicious.",Armador,12,90,Maule Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Armador Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-armador-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Odfjell
,Red,US,"This wine is less alcoholic, leaner and higher in acidity than many others. As a result, it's a chiseled wine, showing cola, cherry, clove and cinnamon flavors, with a lean herbaceousness. It should develop well over the next 6–8 years.",Hopkins Vineyard,38,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nalle 2003 Hopkins Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nalle-2003-hopkins-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nalle
,Red,US,"Made from scattered vineyards around the appellation, this is a big, hearty Zin, packed with cherries, plums, blackberries, cola and cassis. This challenging vintage resulted in the highest alcohol level ever measured in a Rafanelli Zin, but it's a balanced wine.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rafanelli 2003 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rafanelli-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Rafanelli
,Red,US,"Shows real Dry Creek character, which is a dry, claret-like balance, modest alcohol, well-ripened fruit and smooth, grippy tannins, with an herbal undertow. The raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit marries well with sweet oak.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2003 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Quivira
13.5,Red,France,"This reasonably priced Châteauneuf is intense and flavorful, yet holds onto a sense of elegance and proportion, something that's not always easy in a sun-baked vintage like 2003. Cherries and black cherries come rushing across the palate in waves, garnished by little curls of cinnamon and clove. Long on the finish, picking up subtle hints of bacon or wood smoke. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",,35,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Clos de L'Oratoire des Papes 2003 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-loratoire-papes-2003-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Clos de L'Oratoire des Papes
,Red,Portugal,"This and a partner wine from the southern Alentejo region of Portugal are a new pair from Portugal's largest producer, Sogrape. Named after an ancient settlement in northeast Portugal, close to the Douro, this Tinta Roriz-based wine revels in the harsh landscape of the Douro with its strong tannins, and dryness layered over dense fruit. It is certainly ageworthy, keep for the next 5–10 years. Imported by Paramount Brands.",Callabriga,,90,Douro,,,Sogrape 2003 Callabriga Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2003-callabriga-red-douro-50203/,Portuguese Red,2003,Sogrape
,White,France,"This is a firm, closed wine, which shows how well the Rieslings from this grand cru vineyard can age. It is powerful, with a tight structure and green fruits. There are fine, green flavors as well as some hints of green plums. Wait 5 years  before drinking. Imported by Baron François Collection.",Grand Cru Kirchberg de Ribeauvillé,28,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Louis Sipp 2001 Grand Cru Kirchberg de Ribeauvillé Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sipp-2001-grand-cru-kirchberg-ribeauville-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Louis Sipp
,White,South Africa,"“Petit” in the case of this wine refers to the fact that this is the good-value Chenin from Forrester Vineyards. With its flowery aroma, ripeness, mature fruit, layers of nuts and just a hint of a soft aftertaste, this is a great value wine. Imported by Boutique Wine Collection.",Petit Chenin,9,90,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2004 Petit Chenin Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2004-petit-chenin-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Ken Forrester
,White,US,"One of the most distinctive aromatic dry white wines I've ever had from California. Brilliantly acidic and bone dry, with intense orange blossom, peach, floral and vanilla flavors. The pure transparency of the fruit has not been interfered with by oak.",Moscato Azul Dry,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,La Sirena 2004 Moscato Azul Dry Muscat Canelli (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sirena-2004-moscato-azul-dry-muscat-canelli-napa-valley/,Muscat Canelli,2004,La Sirena
,White,France,"This grand cru vineyard, renowned for its Gewürztraminer, is also able to produce elegant Riesling. This wine is rich and dry, with fresh acidity and a lovely steely, mineral character. There is green fruit, and crispness, with a fine structure. This should develop well over the next 5 years. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Grand Cru Eichberg,42,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2000 Grand Cru Eichberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2000-grand-cru-eichberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Kuentz-Bas
13.5,Red,Chile,"On the young side, with briary, berry-scented fruit that should calm and settle in another year or two. Dried herbs add complexity, while the mouthfeel displays Cabo's trademark luxurious texture, extending right through the elegant finish.",Cabo de Hornos,35,90,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2002 Cabo de Hornos Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2002-cabo-hornos-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,San Pedro
,Red,US,"This is a young wine marked by intense tannins, intense cassis fruit and intense oak. All three elements  stand out. You'll want to cellar for a good six years to allow it all to mature and come together.",Family Reserve,95,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Venge 2000 Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2000-family-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Venge
,Red,US,"According to winemaker Tom Mackey, “size counts with Zin,” and his Pagani Vineyard Zin has never lacked for size. There's some smoke and vanilla-scented oak, but there's also masses of Zinberry fruit and a juicy, fresh finish, with none of the raisin notes that can sometimes creep into high-octane Zins.",Pagani Vineyard Reserve,46,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2002 Pagani Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2002-pagani-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2002,St. Francis
,Red,US,"From a winery practicing biodynamic grapegrowing, this is a big, sturdy Syrah, very dry, and pretty tannic. It's also very clean, with strong flavors of roasted coffee and blackberries. The size calls for sturdy, rich, barbecued meats.",Fairbairn Ranch,30,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Patianna 2003 Fairbairn Ranch Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patianna-2003-fairbairn-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,2003,Patianna
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A pure fruited wine, with an unusual touch of toast and new wood. The fruit is well structured with flavors of thyme and rosemary. This is a smooth, polished Port, which is definitely in a modern style of winemaking. Imported by William Grant USA.",Vintage,95,90,Port,,,Quinta do Noval 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Noval
13.9,White,Chile,"Plenty of power and style on this organic winner from heralded winemaker Alvaro Espinoza. Butterscotch, apple and almond smother the bouquet, while exotic pear and banana flavors blend harmoniously with clean, toasty barrel notes. Quite impressive for Chilean Chardonnay. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",,17,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Sincerity 2004 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sincerity-2004-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Sincerity
,White,France,"This is a great, steely, dry wine, which shows fine acidity and flavors of currants. It also offers crisp apple flavors, hedgerow aromas and a great, fresh finish. It should develop well over the next 4–5 years. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",Réserve,20,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 2002 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-2002-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Trimbach
13,Red,France,,,48,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Nicolas Potel 2003  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2003-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nicolas Potel
,Red,US,"Here's a young, dark Zin with vibrant tannins and high acids that frame blackberry and cassis flavors. It's quite different from many other Sonoma Zins, with alcohol below 14% and plenty of claret-like elegance. Should develop well in the cellar through this decade.",,26,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Nalle 2003 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nalle-2003-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Nalle
,White,US,"Dry and acidy-tart, this is a wine of great structure and balance. The flavors veer toward lime custard, mangoes, apricots, vanilla and slate, with a gentle overlay of toasty oak. It's quite a sophisticated Chardonnay, and a great value.",,15,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 2002 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2002-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2002,Murphy-Goode
,White,France,"Loads of floral and mineral notes, especially for a 2003. Layers of ripe pears and honey cascade across the palate, followed by a mineral reprise on the finish. Elegant and complete. Imported by Polaner Selections.",Climat Les Quarts,44,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Vinzelles,,La Soufrandière 2003 Climat Les Quarts  (Pouilly-Vinzelles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soufrandiere-2003-climat-quarts-chardonnay-pouilly-vinzelles/,Chardonnay,2003,La Soufrandière
,White,US,"WillaKenzie pulls off a powerhouse Gris in this hot, ripe vintage. A chewy core of ripe pear is substantial, layered and texturally satisfying. Hints of vanilla custard are laced throughout, and the finishing kiss of lime and citrus zest is just about perfect.",,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,WillaKenzie Estate
14,Red,Chile,"Fairly dark, with masculine aromas of burning brush, leather and cassis. The palate is pure as crystal, with cherry, tobacco and earth flavors along with black currant. Finishes full as a packed house, with chocolaty overtones. Excellent forthe price. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,12,90,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2003 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2003-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,MontGras
14,White,Chile,"Begins with a touch of sawdust, but that quickly morphs into cinnamon and spice. Of course, there's bulky dark fruit to offset it. In the mouth, we're talking black plum and berry fruit in spades, while the feel is tight and right, with serious tannins. A generous wine, one that represents Chile and Colchagua positively. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Alpha,23,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2003 Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2003-alpha-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Montes
,Red,US,"From century-old vines, mainly in Dry Creek Valley, this is a big Zin, jam-packed with purple- and black-skinned stone fruits and berries. The wine is certainly tannic now, and extremely dry. It will be okay now with rich meats and cheeses, but probably better by 2006.",Old Vine,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2002 Old Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2002-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2002,Dry Creek Vineyard
,White,France,"The vineyard on the Mandelberg hill is best known for its great Rieslings. Here is an excellent example, produced in minute quantities (125 cases). Its pure, steely, mineral fruit demands long-term aging. It has great acidity, flavors of currants and enticing, white-flower aromas. Imported by European Cellars.",Grand Cru Mandelberg,35,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Bott-Geyl 2002 Grand Cru Mandelberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bott-geyl-2002-grand-cru-mandelberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Bott-Geyl
,White,France,"Starts with honey and spice aromas that give way to ultraripe pears and smoky minerals on the palate. This is a Mâcon of uncommon finesse and harmony, ending with an extra flourish of spice. Drink now–2010. Imported by Daniel Johnnes Wines.",Terroir de Clessé,27,90,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Domaine Olivier Merlin 2003 Terroir de Clessé  (Viré-Clessé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-olivier-merlin-2003-terroir-clesse-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Olivier Merlin
,White,US,"Rich and oaky, this is one of those Chards that's so good right out the gate, it washes down just about anything. Ripe in tropical fruits, peaches and apples, with a buttery, creamy texture, it's got clean, juicy acids.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 2002 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2002-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2002,Cinnabar
,Red,US,"From vineyards in Lodi and Contra Costa County, an enormously enjoyable Zin that shows its hot climate origins, but maintains balance and integrity. The cassis, cherry, chocolate and oatmeal-raisin cookie flavors finish in a swirl of acidity and dusty tannins.",Ancient Vines,18,90,California,California Other,California,Cline 2004 Ancient Vines Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2004-ancient-vines-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Cline
14,Red,Argentina,"Attractive lavender and violet notes accent typical black-fruit aromas, and the result is a mix of syrup and fresh summer plums. The palate is exceedingly ripe as it bursts with blackberry flavors and a heavy underblast of chocolate. Tight on the finish, but only at first. Soon it expands to reveal toasty, burly flavors and tannins. Delicious and sporty. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",Reserve,23,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2003 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2003-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Chakana
,White,US,"Three cheers for this Sauvignon Blanc. It triangulates perfectly between the variety's grassy, green apple character, richer, riper fig and peach flavors, and an oaky veneer. But it never loses sight of its crisp, cleansing and vital acidity.",Griva Vineyard,20,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Bernardus 2004 Griva Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2004-griva-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Bernardus
,Red,US,"This fine example of a Dry Creek Zin is very forward in ripe cherries and raspberries, but possesses great structure from rich tannins. Deeply satisfying, it has a fine, claret-like balance and elegance.",Belle Canyon Estate,30,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2002 Belle Canyon Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2002-belle-canyon-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Bella
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is a vintage made specifically for San Francisco importer Broadbent Selections. It is dark, dry, and very structured Intense blackberry flavors dominate this wine, built for long-term aging. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Vintage,85,90,Port,,,Broadbent 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadbent-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Broadbent
,Red,US,"From central Dry Creek Valley, this single-vineyard wine got a lot of afternoon sun, and you can taste the warm, wild blackberry flavors.  Complexed with coffee and sweet smoky oak, and very dry, this wine will be perfect with roast pork.",,34,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Yoakim Bridge 2002 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yoakim-bridge-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2002,Yoakim Bridge
,Red,US,"A deft and suave Pinot, racy and elegant, all silk and satin on the palate. Yet there's nothing shy about the assertive flavors. Cherries and black raspberries flood the mouth, encased in rich acids and a vivid coat of oak.",Schultze Family Vineyard Estate Reserve,36,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Windy Oaks 2001 Schultze Family Vineyard Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-oaks-2001-schultze-family-vineyard-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2001,Windy Oaks
,Red,South Africa,"Rounder and softer in the mouth than the Series C, with plump plum and chocolate flavors that pick up hints of caramel, toast and dried herbs on the finish. Soft but not unstructured, this is immediately likeable. Drink now–2010. It might last longer, but why chance it?",Series M,50,91,Paarl,,,Vilafonté 2003 Series M Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilafonte-2003-series-m-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Vilafonté
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This house is still a relative newcomer to vintage Port, having declared its first vintage in 1960. The style of this Port is very rich and concentrated, with a full, sweet character. To judge by the sweet tannins, it is a Port for medium-term aging. Imported by Signature Imports.",Vintage,46,91,Port,,,Poças 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Poças
15,Red,Italy,"Pitch black and full of asphalt, tar, coffee and meat aromas. The feel right now is a touch raw due to its youth, but as it sizzles and scours it shows masculine, smoky flavors and a lot of bitter chocolate. Comes on with guns blazing and full tannins. Needs several years to mellow out.",,60,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Speri 2001  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2001,Speri
14.5,Red,Italy,"Sweet and rich, with a big overlay of caramel, cola and burnt sugar. Sweet and gooey as that may sound, it has gorgeous balance and does not taste heavy or candied. Still, it's overtly ripe, as the cherry and plum flavors sing. Lip-smacking good, and fleshy.",,60,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Speri 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2000-italian-red-corvina-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Speri
14,Red,Chile,"Rock solid and impressive in a very New World way. Prime aromas of earth, dark fruit, smoke and more stir intrigue, and the palate delivers what it should: plump berry fruit, a good amount of oak, spice and full but manageable tannins. The finish of toast and pepper is textured and full. A high-octane wine that hits you with the kitchen sink. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Alpha,23,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2003 Alpha Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2003-alpha-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2003,Montes
,White,US,"This latest release of King Estate's top-of-the-line Domaine bottling shows that the 2001 was no fluke. A serious effort, juicy and concentrated, it opens with lovely scents of Pinot cherry-berry and plum fruit, layered with earth, wood, leaf, spice and plenty of tart fruit. The new oak is there but restrained, and the structure suggests that putting this one away for a few years will be very rewarding.",Domaine,50,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2002 Domaine Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2002-domaine-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2002,King Estate
15,Red,Italy,"Gets off the blocks with sly baked-fruit aromas, notes of berry liqueur and just enough exotic fragrance to lock you in. Tastes great as well, with cherry, chocolate and cinnamon, all underscored by fine acidity. Always a great Amarone and the 2000 doesn't disappoint.",La Marega,63,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2000 La Marega  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2000-marega-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Le Salette
,Red,US,"This is a super-drinkable Pinot. It's delicately structured, silky and dry, with complex flavors of cherries, cola and spices and a rich coat of smoky oak. The finish is long in sweet raisins and cassis. Each sip makes you want another.",Riserva d'Argento,32,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Brutocao 2003 Riserva d'Argento Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2003-riserva-dargento-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Brutocao
,White,US,"Here's one of the more complex Chards at this price. It has much in common with what California does best, namely, well-ripened fruit, with fresh, keen acidity. The winemaker bells and whistles have been tastefully applied.",,20,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bernardus 2003 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2003,Bernardus
15.5,Red,Italy,"Cola is one of the dominant aromatics, and there's also some cedar emanating from the nose. Super ripe in the mouth, with near-perfect acidity and tannins pushing plum, spice and a touch of licorice and cola. With its lively finish and excellent balance, this wine should age nicely.",,55,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-1999-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Begali
,Red,US,"Mainly from hillside grapes, this Zin is far more tannic and concentrated than Mauritson's regular Zin. But it's by no means undrinkable, because the blackberry, blueberry and pepper flavors are just delicious. Still, it should benefit from a few years of aging.",Growers Reserve,33,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2001 Growers Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2001-growers-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2001,Mauritson
15.5,Red,Italy,"One whiff is all it takes to draw you in, and subsequent sniffs bring you back for more. Cherry liqueur, toasted wheat bread and leather are all convincing, attractive aromas, while the palate is snappy and racy, with no dead weight at all. This is a tight, structured wine with textbook flavors and a long, chocolate-laden finish.",Serego Alighieri Vaio Amaron,75,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Masi 1999 Serego Alighieri Vaio Amaron  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1999-serego-alighieri-vaio-amaron-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1999,Masi
,Red,Chile,"Exceedingly fruity, with graham cracker and jelly bean aromas. It's a berry lover's paradise, with bold, jammy flavors pushed by pulsating acidity. Very racy and nice, with purity and lots of depth. Editors' Choice.",Orzada,18,91,Curicó Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Orzada Malbec (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-orzada-malbec-curico-valley/,Malbec,2003,Odfjell
13.9,White,France,,Les Clos Sacres,29,91,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Nicolas Joly 2003 Les Clos Sacres  (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-joly-2003-clos-sacres-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Nicolas Joly
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This may be one of the “lesser” Symington brands, but this Port shows very well. It is a beautifully perfumed wine, fragrant with ripe fruit. Balanced, with dusty tannins, there is a touch of chocolate to give richness, and at the end, the tannins turn dry and firm. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",Vintage,50,91,Port,,,Gould Campbell 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gould-campbell-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Gould Campbell
,Red,Portugal,"A traditionally fermented wine, using foot-treading for a part and clay pots for the rest, this is the top wine from the J.M. da Fonseca-owned José de Sousa estate. It is big and toasty with dry wood and juicy fruit flavors, which set comfortably together. Very dry to finish. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",José de Sousa Mayor,,91,Alentejano,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2001 José de Sousa Mayor Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2001-sousa-mayor-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2001,José Maria da Fonseca
13,White,Austria,"This richly textured yet impeccably balanced Riesling features aromas that are just enough off the beaten path to intrigue: cinnamon, brown sugar, red berries and fresh greens, all wrapped around a solid core of ripe apple and pear fruit. The long, fruit-driven finish fades away elegantly, putting an exclamation point on this wine's quality. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Bergterrassen Smaragd,25,91,Wachau,,,Johann Donabaum 2003 Bergterrassen Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-donabaum-2003-bergterrassen-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2003,Johann Donabaum
14.5,Red,Chile,"As always, this wine exhibits power and intensity, with leather, earth and beefy dark fruit making for an alluring bouquet. Round and ripe in the mouth, with big-time cherry and chocolate accents. A wine with true star power, and the lasting notes of smoke and charcoal are the real deal. Imported by Moët Hennessy USA.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,21,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2003 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2003-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Lapostolle
,Red,US,"This is a very soft, sensuous Pinot, low in tannins, with a smooth, creamy mouthfeel. The flavors are rich and exuberant in smoky red cherries, raspberries and cola. The softness suggests against extended cellaring, but why wouldn't you want this silky, complex wine now?",Van der Kamp Vineyard,48,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Tandem 2003 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tandem-2003-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2003,Tandem
,Red,US,"From a vineyard way high in the Mayacamas Mountains above Alexander Valley, this Cab has massive, palate-numbing tannins. But it's also humongous in blackberries and cherries, and is balanced. There's no reason it shouldn't do fabulous things in the cellar. Drink after 2008.",Alden Vineyards,30,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2001 Alden Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2001-alden-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Rodney Strong
,Red,US,"This wine sure is oaky now, although it's sweet, high-class oak. But there's a broad swath of ripe blackberry and cherry fruit, and enough tannins to hold this pretty wine for at least ten years.",Family Reserve,46,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Venge 2001 Family Reserve Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2001-family-reserve-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2001,Venge
13,Red,Chile,"Harvested from dry-farmed vines 50 years old or more, rigorously selected on the sorting table, fermented after a short cold maceration, then put into French oak for 18 months and aged in bottle for a year before release, this wine gets coddled from start to finish. The results speak for themselves: floral, leather and dried fruit aromas; flavors of cedar, cassis and molasses; soft, supple tannins and a long, elegant finish.",Cabo de Hornos,35,91,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 1999 Cabo de Hornos Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-1999-cabo-hornos-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,San Pedro
12,White,France,"Blasts from the glass with intense apple and mineral aromas, followed by full-bodied (but not heavy) flavors on the palate. Picks up a hint of anise in the mouth, then finishes long, with lingering notes of fruit and mineral oil. This explosive wine is drinking well already, but should age gracefully over at least the next 5–7 years.  Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Grand Cru Saering,23,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2002 Grand Cru Saering Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2002-grand-cru-saering-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaines Schlumberger
,White,France,"Renowned for its Riesling, the Kitterlé vineyard in Guebwiller benefits from southern exposure, meaning the fruit is generally able to ripen. This 1999 is impressive in its developing complexity, showing layers of petrol, fine acidity, minerality and elegance. Give it another three or four years. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Grand Cru Kitterlé,38,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 1999 Grand Cru Kitterlé Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-1999-grand-cru-kitterle-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,1999,Domaines Schlumberger
,White,France,"There's a long history behind this walled vineyard in Hunawhir, which dates back to 1324. Managed since 1987 by the Humbrechts, it has produced seriously rich Riesling. The 2002 is packed with spice, white peaches and currants. The acidity is certainly there, but it is hidden by the richness of the fruit. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Clos Windsbuhl,78,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2002 Clos Windsbuhl Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2002-clos-windsbuhl-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
15.5,Red,Italy,"Good and rich, with bacon, lavender, leather and prune aromas. At all points this wine comes across well balanced, with ace-level tannins and just the right amount of acidity. Finishes long and leathery, with hints of chocolate and supple tannins. Features a splendid mix of finesse and power.",I Fondatori,50,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 1998 I Fondatori  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-1998-i-fondatori-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Fabiano
,Red,US,"Released a full year after the excellent Rutherford Cab, with which it has much in common. It's ample in berry, cherry and currant fruit, and oak has been applied judiciously. What's harder to convey is its balance and wonderful structure. Has an elegance and sweet harmony throughout.",Estate,38,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2001 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2001-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Peju
,Red,US,"Clos Pegase has really hit its stride in recent years, as this fine Cabernet shows. It's true to the vintage, being supremely ripe and balanced, with pure, intense black currant flavors and quite a bit of new oak. I would cellar this wine for a good five years to let it all come together, and it should hold for several years.",Hommage,75,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2001 Hommage Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2001-hommage-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Clos Pegase
,White,US,"This is one of the more interesting Viogniers around due not simply to the complex fruit, wildflower and honey spice flavors, although they're delicious, but to the structure. There's a bracing mouthfeel and steely minerality that bring life and zest.",Preston Vineyard,19,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Geyser Peak 2004 Preston Vineyard Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2004-preston-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,2004,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"What a good job Frog's Leap has done in crafting a Zin with all the balance and harmony of a fine Cabernet, yet with Zin's distinctive personality. Wild, briary flavors of blueberries and black raspberries drink spicy and rich in this dry, addictive wine.",,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2003 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2003-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Frog's Leap
,Red,US,"Mainly Merlot, this Bordeaux blend is enormously rich in sweet cassis, cherry and cedar. It's assertive in that way, yet possesses an elegant architecture composed of rich, dusty tannins and crisp acids. Should hold well for at least five years.",Crane Creek Cuvée,70,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lambert Bridge 2002 Crane Creek Cuvée Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-2002-crane-creek-cuvee-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Lambert Bridge
,Red,US,"Lachini's “S” label, as they describe it, is the winery's experimentation with different winemaker styles, harvest dates and vineyard management. The same estate grapes go into Lachini's LV Pinot, but the two styles of wine could not be more different. The S is made by  Peter Rosback, who grabs the gold ring of extraction, weight and power without losing sight of varietal character or balance. Succulent, thick, toasty and laced with coffee and cherry tobacco, this wine is sheer enjoyment.",“S”,34,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lachini 2003 “S” Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2003-s-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Lachini
,White,US,"Much brighter in overall profile than Mondavi's regular '02 Carneros Chard, and also considerably oakier, this wine offers more of everything. It has pineapple and custard flavors and very crisp acidity that makes for a clean, polished finish.",Huichica Hills Vineyard Reserve,50,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2002 Huichica Hills Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2002-huichica-hills-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2002,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Smoke and dried spice notes define the nose of the Kings Ridge Reserve Cab. Medium- to full-bodied and more firmly structured than the Nuns Canyon bottling, with black cherry and coffee flavors that merge seamlessly with earth and spice notes. Chewy tannins on the finish suggest short-term cellaring; try in 2008.",Kings Ridge Vineyard Reserve,,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2001 Kings Ridge Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2001-kings-ridge-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,St. Francis
14,Red,Chile,"An excellent Bordeaux-style blend. The nose is deep and smoky, with a readiness that's exemplary. Rich, clean and integrated on the palate, with layering and style. Sure, it's powerful and fruity, but there's also some mature subtlety to it. Really hits the spot. One of Carmen's best wines in years. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Winemaker's Reserve Red,40,91,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2000 Winemaker's Reserve Red Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2000-winemakers-reserve-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Carmen
14,Red,Chile,"Exemplary Chilean Malbec from the winery that does it better than the rest. This is a purple fury of inky, rich quality. The nose is harmonious and the palate both juicy and big, with snappy black cherry and tons of chocolate. Tight and secure all the way through. Hits the spot.",Los Carlos Estate Single Vineyard,18,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Los Carlos Estate Single Vineyard Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-los-carlos-estate-single-vineyard-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2003,Viu Manent
,White,South Africa,"This is Kanu's signature wine, with its soft toast and wooded character layering with perfumed, crisp gooseberry and tropical fruit flavors. New winemaker Richard Kershaw dropped the 2003 vintage while he settled in, but now the wine is back, and very much on form. Imported by Cape Classics.",Limited Release Wooded,18,91,Stellenbosch,,,Kanu 2004 Limited Release Wooded Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanu-2004-limited-release-wooded-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Kanu
,White,Portugal,"An intensely spicy, herbal wine, with just a touch of wood from the American oak. This top white from Esporão is rich, modern in style and powerful, but never loses sight of its origins. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Reserva,12,91,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2003 Reserva White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2003-reserva-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2003,Herdade do Esporão
,White,South Africa,"A wood-aged style that works, and works well. Balanced with its touch of spice and some vanilla flavors from the American wood, there is fresh fruit, delicious acidity and flavors of apples. De Trafford is a top quality, small-scale producer, high up in the mountains above Stellenbosch. Imported by Boutique Wine Collection.",,25,91,Stellenbosch,,,de Trafford 2004 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trafford-2004-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,de Trafford
,Red,US,"Eberle's estate Cab is a seriously attractive wine, due mainly to its soft, velvety tannins and delicious blackberry and cherry flavors. A hint of raisins is there, but adds seasoning to the finish.",Estate,27,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Eberle
,White,France,"Packed with ripe, peach-flavored fruits, this intense wine is from the 29-acre grand cru Wiebelsberg vineyard in Andlau. Full, toasty and intense, it layers flowers and fruit with powerful flavors of walnuts and almonds. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Grand Cru La Dame Wiebelsberg,38,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2002 Grand Cru La Dame Wiebelsberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2002-grand-cru-dame-wiebelsberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Marc Kreydenweiss
,Red,US,"Made by Heidi Barrett, a gracefully soft, impressively balanced wine, with ripe, almost sweet cassis, cherry and cocoa flavors. Sure is easy to drink, but also has the structural harmony to hang in there for up to 10 years.",,53,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Paradigm 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradigm-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Paradigm
,Red,Chile,"Finely oaked, with lovely cedar scents accenting robust but smooth black cherry and dark plum aromas. Sings a pretty tune in the mouth, with ripe berry fruit, tobacco, toast and a long finish. A significant step up from the first vintage. Imported by Bacchus International.",Sideral,29,91,Rapel Valley,,,Altaïr 2003 Sideral Red (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altair-2003-sideral-red-rapel-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Altaïr
,Red,US,"This is a detailed Bordeaux blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 12% Cab Franc, 8% Malbec and 5% Petite Verdot, made to emulate a European style. Muscular and trim, it has compact layers of just-ripe fruit, the winery's characteristic streaks of mineral and earth, hints of tobacco leaf and a bit of pepper. Long, tannic, slightly earthy and smooth through the finish, it's a superb effort, beautifully blended and complete.",,35,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2003 Meritage (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2003-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-southern/,Meritage,2003,Abacela
,Red,US,"There's a firm structure of tannins and acids to this wine, which lends architecture to the black cherry and cocoa flavors. It has additional complexities from oak and all sorts of spices and herbs. It's really a very fine Merlot, powerful, yet pliant.",,48,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Cakebread
,White,US,"A very distinct single-vineyard Chard marked by an array of toasted spice notes. Chinese five-spice flavors frame citrus, fig, lime peel and apricot flavors that finish with a sweet-and-sour aftertaste. It's soft, dry and balanced.",Ricci Vineyard,23,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Geyser Peak 2003 Ricci Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2003-ricci-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Geyser Peak
14,White,Austria,"Full-bodied, even a touch oily in texture, this is a distinctive and very good Sauvignon. Grapefruit and passion fruit on the nose, tinged with honey and stone fruit, then honeyed peach flavors and a dusting of minerals. Honeyed but dry on the finish, and picks up a note of smoky complexity. Drink now. Imported by Great Wines International.",Linea,15,88,Styria,,,Ploder-Rosenberg 2002 Linea Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ploder-rosenberg-2002-linea-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Ploder-Rosenberg
14,Red,France,"This ripe, low-acid wine illustrates the nature of the 2003 vintage. Brandied cherries, cinnamon and clove come together in a flavor package reminiscent of fruit cake or spice cake. It's mouthfilling and round, held together by some dusty, leathery tannins that should smooth out nicely in another year or two. Imported by Boisset America.",,23,90,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Louis Bernard 2003  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2003-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Louis Bernard
,White,France,"Crisp and flavorful, with ripe apple, pear and citrus flavors that turn slightly honeyed on the finish. Drink now–2010.",,,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine de Roally 2002  Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roally-2002-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2002,Domaine de Roally
,White,US,"Here's a super-drinkable Chard. It's rich in jazzy lime custard, mango, peach and vanilla honey flavors, accompanied by bright acidity, all of it wrapped in a creamy texture. This is a great price for such a good wine.",,13,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Raymond 2003 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2003,Raymond
13.5,White,Austria,"Starts with scents reminiscent of honey, ripe apples and pears and even hints of peach, then gains complexity on the palate, picking up additional notes of spice and mineral. Verges on full-bodied, with the weight carrying over onto the long, slightly oily finish. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Loibner Vision Smaragd,25,88,Wachau,,,Högl 2003 Loibner Vision Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogl-2003-loibner-vision-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2003,Högl
,Red,US,"Fairly light, with simple fruit flavors that are a bit overshadowed by the new oak. Perhaps a pullback from 100% new barrels would be worth considering. Nonetheless, this is a very pleasant and good-tasting effort.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fielding Hills 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fielding-hills-2002-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2002,Fielding Hills
13,White,France,,Chablis Premier Cru Beauroy,23,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre 2003 Chablis Premier Cru Beauroy  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-sauvestre-2003-chablis-premier-cru-beauroy-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre
,White,US,"Made in a very dry, early-picked style, this wine shows a firm structure of acids and even some dusty tannins, framing tobacco, apple and spice flavors. Everything about it, including the oak, has been modulated.",,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Reynolds 2003 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-2003-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Reynolds
,White,South Africa,"Two Cape Town lawyers hung up their robes and bought vineyards in Paarl in 1989. Their winery produces a well-made Chenin from a single vineyard on Paarl mountain, which gives a nutty aroma, flavors of salted peanuts as well as a touch of apple fruits. This wine needs to age for another year. Imported by Fairest Cape Beverage Co., Inc.",,17,87,Paarl,,,Brahms 2004 Chenin Blanc (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brahms-2004-chenin-blanc-paarl/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Brahms
13.5,Red,Chile,"Lots of red fruit on the nose along with cherry tomato and plum. Juicy and lively on the tongue, with good strawberry and plum flavors. Finishes smooth and steady, with a spot of beet and green bean on the aftertaste. Positive as a whole. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Hacienda Araucano,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2003 Hacienda Araucano Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2003-hacienda-araucano-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,J. & F. Lurton
,Sparkling,Spain,"Plump and nice, with watermelon aromas that match the wine's watermelon hue. Made from Pinot Noir, Aria carries a mild hint of sweetness along with drier berry and peach-pit flavors. And on the finish you get a clear smack of Pinot-driven cherry skin to offset its richness. Perfect for brunch, as an accompaniment to a mushroom-and-cheese omelet, while that noted touch of sweetness gives it the versatility to go with dessert.",Aria Brut Rosé,12,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-brut-rose-pinot-noir-cava/,Pinot Noir,,Segura Viudas
,Red,Chile,"Colorful, with hints of mushroom to the cherry and raspberry nose. A very nice wine that is ripe but monotone. It's juicy and fruity, but ultimately simple. Chocolate and vanilla notes soften the finish. Imported by Select Fine Wine.",Orzada,18,87,Maule Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Orzada Carignan (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-orzada-carignan-maule-valley/,Carignan,2003,Odfjell
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and smoky, with a little bit of everything to the bouquet: cola, root beer, berry and leather. More cherry and cola carry the palate, which clamps down in firm fashion. In fact, this wine has monster tannins that require a bit for body. In all, the wine is flavorful but lacks richness. Imported by Vintus.",Viñedo Chadwick,64,87,Maipo Valley,,,Errazuriz 2002 Viñedo Chadwick Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2002-vinedo-chadwick-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Errazuriz
,Dessert,US,"The first time I ever had Eberle's Muscat, I thought it was the perfect garden sipper. It still is. Redolent with aromas of flowers and orchard fruits, it's semisweet and clean, with a long, spicy finish.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2004 Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2004-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,2004,Eberle
13.5,Red,Chile,"Tar, leather and smoke, all qualities of serious Cabernet, make themselves noticed on the nose. The palate delivers black cherry, plum, cassis and all the usual suspects, while the mouthfeel is firm and solid. No complaints. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Casillero del Diablo,9,87,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-casillero-diablo-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"One of the fruitier Zins around, or maybe the light tannins let the fruit shine through. Either way, it's a flavorful wine, showing blackberry, plum and cherry flavors, with dry, plum skin-bitter tannins. This is a good, all-purpose Zin.",,26,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2002 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2002-zinfandel-dry-creek-valley-45992/,Zinfandel,2002,Collier Falls
,Red,US,"Drink this dark, chewy wine with full-flavored Italian beef or veal dishes. It's packed with dry, strong tannins and is high in acids. By itself it's austere, but rich meats will coax out the blackberry and roasted coffee flavors.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Unti 2003 Barbera (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/unti-2003-barbera-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Barbera,2003,Unti
,White,US,"This is not only a great price, it's a nice wine. It's dry and smooth and crisp, with juicy apple, lemondrop, cinnamon and vanilla flavors that don't stop coming. Great as an apéritif.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Pepi
15,Red,Italy,"Saddle leather, horsehide and dried cherry comprise the lean, rustic nose. The flavors veer toward fresh fruits and spice, with a bit of chocolate hiding below the surface. Not that deep or complex, with a short, crisp, clean finish.",,65,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Marchesi Biscardo 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-biscardo-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2000,Marchesi Biscardo
,Red,US,"When I sniffed this wine I thought it was a big Beaujolais. It has a carbonic maceration, fresh grapey scent. The flavors are young and zesty, too, suggesting tart red and black cherries. Highly acidic, it's a wine to savor with gusto and good, comfortable food.",Wildflower,8,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2004 Wildflower Valdiguié (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2004-wildflower-other-red-valdiguie-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Valdiguié,2004,J. Lohr
12.5,White,Argentina,"This snappy, high-altitude version from Finca Sophenia scores points for its attractive nose of citrus and wet stones, and the palate holds form. Flavors of grapefruit, tangerine and cantaloupe aren't fancy but they are nice and fresh. Cleansing acidity and crispness help it along. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",Altosur,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Sophenia 2004 Altosur Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2004-altosur-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Finca Sophenia
,White,US,"Almost dessert-like in apparent sweetness, but balanced with crisp acidity, this luscious wine is filled with honey, baked apple, peach, apricot and vanilla flavors.",Cass Vineyards,22,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2004 Cass Vineyards Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2004-cass-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne,2004,Eberle
,Red,US,"You'll enjoy this smooth, supple Syrah for its light texture and silky mouthfeel. The pleasant flavors are of blackberries and coffee, and they finish bone dry, with dusty tannins.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Duxoup 2002 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duxoup-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2002,Duxoup
,Red,US,"Well, the grapes baked a bit under the sun during this hot vintage, and the wine has some smoky, pie-crust flavors. But that's Zin for you, and the core flavors of black currants and chocolate are rich and delicious.",Proprietor Grown,20,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hanna 2003 Proprietor Grown Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2003-proprietor-grown-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Hanna
13.5,Red,Chile,"A fair amount of coffee and mocha are present on the chunky nose, while the palate deals red plum fruit and only the mildest touch of green peppers. Snappy yet savory enough, with chocolate on the textured finish. Imported by Vintus.",Estate,11,86,Curicó Valley,,,Errazuriz 2004 Estate Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2004-estate-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2004,Errazuriz
13,White,France,"Pleasantly floral on the nose, with hints of clover blossom and honey followed by plump, medium-bodied flavors of apples and pears, spiced with a bit of clove. Imported by Latitude Wines, Inc.",,11,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Chartron et Trébuchet 2004  Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chartron-trebuchet-2004-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2004,Chartron et Trébuchet
13.5,White,US,"Amazing how they get wines this nice out at this everyday price. While not a blockbuster, this easy sipper has the peach and pineapple fruit, spice and yummy cream you want in a Chard.",Charlie's Chard,9,86,California,California Other,California,Dog House 2004 Charlie's Chard Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dog-house-2004-charlies-chard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Dog House
,White,France,"Features an intriguing nose of honey, musky spice and clove, balanced on the palate by layers of pear fruit and solid minerality.",Clos de la Crochette,29,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Chardonnay,,Domaine les Heritiers du Comte Lafon 2003 Clos de la Crochette  (Mâcon-Chardonnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-heritiers-comte-lafon-2003-clos-crochette-chardonnay-macon-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine les Heritiers du Comte Lafon
12.5,Red,France,,,16,86,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Château de Capitans 2004  Juliénas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-capitans-2004-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2004,Château de Capitans
,White,Argentina,"From the yellow tint through the ripe tropical fruit, this is Argentinean Chardonnay in its truest form. Los Cardos is the second label from Doña Paula, itself a spinoff of Chile's Santa Rita. The nose offers popcorn along with pear and licorice, and the texture and flavors are solid as a statue. “Cardos,” in Spanish, are thistles, but there's nothing prickly about this well-priced Chard.",Los Cardos,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2004 Los Cardos Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2004-los-cardos-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Doña Paula
13.4,White,Chile,"Clean and inoffensive, with light pear and apple aromas. This is usually one of the best inexpensive South American Chardonnays, and it's no different this go around. There's citrus, melon and structure. Tangy but not sour; sweet but not artificially so. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Xplorador,7,86,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Xplorador Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-xplorador-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"Light in color, light and silky in texture, this elegant wine shows pure cherry, cola, coffee, oak and vanilla flavors. It goes down easy, with enough seriousness to stand up to fine fare.",Schultze Family Vineyard Estate Blend,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Windy Oaks 2002 Schultze Family Vineyard Estate Blend Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-oaks-2002-schultze-family-vineyard-estate-blend-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2002,Windy Oaks
,Red,US,"You can taste the acids in this crisp wine, and the tannins also are sizable. Without offering the immediate pleasure of Bob Cabral's other Pinots, this one might benefit from short-term cellaring.",,38,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2003 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Rose,US,"What a blast of cherries this wine gives. Black ones, red ones, with peppery spices and a dollop of vanilla. It's dry, light-bodied, elegant and crisp, and those delicious cherries reprise on the finish.",Rhodes Vineyard Grenache,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Rosenblum 2004 Rhodes Vineyard Grenache Rosé (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2004-rhodes-vineyard-grenache-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Rosé,2004,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"A little soft for a Pinot, although the cherry, cocoa and spice flavors are tasty enough, and impress for their long, sweet finish. Drink now for that irresistibly juicy young fruit.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Robert Hunter 2003 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hunter-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Robert Hunter
,White,US,"Pretty good Chard, rich and creamy, with a vanilla custard thickness balanced by bright acidity. The flavors? Ripe and full, including pineapples, guavas, peaches and dusty spices.",Reserve,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2003-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Raymond
,Red,US,"The plush blackberry, cassis and chocolate flavors hit you on the first sip, flooding the palate, and then acids and tannins kick in to balance. There's a roughness that keeps this Cab from the front ranks, but it has charm. Drink now.",,36,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Summers
,Red,US,"Shows an herbal or dill-like note on the nose, then plush aromas and flavors of chocolate, coffee and plum. It's full-bodied and soft-textured, picking up a trace of alcoholic warmth alongside caramel on the finish.",Behler Reserve,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2001 Behler Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2001-behler-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2001,St. Francis
,White,US,"This is a subtle blend with some very nice features. It's fruity in peaches, honeysuckle and vanilla, yet dry, with a rich, creamy texture and good acidity. Fabulous spice on the finish makes it alluring.",Chardonnay-Viognier,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Spann Vineyards 2003 Chardonnay-Viognier White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spann-2003-chardonnay-viognier-white-sonoma-county/,White Blend,2003,Spann Vineyards
14,Red,South Africa,"A trifle soft, but otherwise very drinkable, this medium-bodied Shiraz boasts ample red raspberry and vanilla flavors sure to please most drinkers. Shows more elegance and better integration of components than many of its brethren, ending on a supple, harmonious note. Imported by Hemingway and Hale.",,13,87,Coastal Region,,,Serengeti 2003 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serengeti-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2003,Serengeti
14,White,US,"If you thought Pinot Blanc was a Chardonnay wannabe, think again. This one's more like a Sauvignon Blanc, with its dry, tart citrus flavors and high acidity, although that touch of peaches and cream on the finish gives it away.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trinitas 2004 Pinot Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2004-pinot-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Trinitas
12.5,Red,Italy,"Some situations simply demand solid, dependable Chianti that is rich in fruity notes but not too heavy in the mouth. Recognized by its eye-catching orange label, Piccini won't let you down. Red forest berries, clove and cinnamon round off an extremely quaffable and affordable wine. Its lean consistency is accented by crispness and a fruit driven finish that would be an ideal match with cheese-topped pizza or pasta.",,8,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piccini 2004  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2004-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2004,Piccini
,White,US,"Very well oaked, this full-throttle Chard features smoky, vanilla-tinged buttered toast aromas leading to a fruity, spicy finish. The flavors suggest golden-skinned tree fruits and honey.",Island Block,19,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2002 Island Block Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2002-island-block-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"With its light, silky texture, delicate mouthfeel, and upfront flavors of cherries, mocha and oak, this delightful Pinot is easy to drink. Its tart acids and dusty tannins will be a nice counterpoint to food.",,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Marshall 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marshall-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Marshall
15.5,Red,Italy,"Raw at first, but it comes around. Early sauvage aromas yield to dried fruit, a touch of dill and butter, and char. The palate is all about red fruit, with cherry and tar dominant. Has a bit of a lactic, creamy quality at the end.",Punta di Villa,60,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Mazzi 2001 Punta di Villa  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzi-2001-punta-villa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2001,Mazzi
,White,France,"A big, ripe wine that is packed with flavors of white currants. It is full-sized, courtesy of the hot 2003 vintage, but it has pure, mineral flavors that are developing well. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Andlau,21,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2003 Andlau Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2003-andlau-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Marc Kreydenweiss
,White,US,"None of the MacMurray Ranch wines are shy on flavor, particularly the Pinot Gris, which is broad and mouthfilling. It coats the taste buds with fruity notes of peach, citrus and strawberry, backing it up with a gentle almondy nuttiness.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2004 Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,MacMurray Ranch
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A touch of rubber mixes with aromas of cassis and blackberry to set the stage for a juicy, fresh palate loaded with cherry and plum flavors. Nothing crazy here, just solid red wine that makes the grade at all check points. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Colección Privada,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2002 Colección Privada Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2002-coleccion-privada-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Navarro Correas
13,Red,France,,Le Montagne Bleue,19,87,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Mommessin 2003 Le Montagne Bleue  (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2003-le-montagne-bleue-gamay-noir-cote-brouilly/,Gamay Noir,2003,Mommessin
14,Red,France,,6 Terroirs,21,87,Beaujolais,St.-Amour,,Mommessin 2003 6 Terroirs  (St.-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2003-6-terroirs-gamay-st-amour/,Gamay,2003,Mommessin
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy raspberry up front, with some earth and zest. The mouth pulses with lively raspberry and cherry, while the finish hits firmly with initial fruit that gives way to chocolate. Harmonious and well priced. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Niña 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nina-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Finca La Niña
13.5,Red,Italy,"Thanks to tempting and evolving notes of black pepper, Indian spice, toast, espresso, cola, menthol and Pastis this Merlot-Nero d'Avola blend strikes all the right chords and is a flat out bargain for $9 a bottle. It boasts a brick red color with good structure and persistency and is the ultimate consumer-friendly wine. Part of the Beringer Blass Wine Estates' project in Sicily.",Bonello,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gabbiano 2003 Bonello Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabbiano-2003-bonello-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2003,Gabbiano
14,Red,South Africa,"Richly scented, with aromas that resemble a cross between graham crackers and Nilla Wafers, plus a few tablespoons of blackberry preserves. It's still young and rambunctious, with assertive oak warring a bit with the jammy fruit, but should settle down in another year or two, while still retaining a bit of an untamed, rustic edge. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",Wellington,15,87,South Africa,,,Eventide Cellar 2002 Wellington Shiraz (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eventide-cellar-2002-wellington-shiraz-syrah-shiraz/,Shiraz,2002,Eventide Cellar
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A single-quinta Port from Cockburn's vineyard in the Douro Superior. It is surprisingly fresh, despite its hot vineyard provenance; it's perfumed with flavors of hedgerow fruits. There is a structure, but the main character is elegance. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Quinta dos Canais Vintage,56,87,Port,,,Cockburn's 2003 Quinta dos Canais Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-2003-quinta-canais-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Cockburn's
13.5,White,Argentina,"Floral and light, with encouraging aromas. Doesn't have the glycerol of a Rhône Viognier, but shows nice apple and peach flavors in front of a lightweight but clean finish. Fairly bright and lively, and solid on the surface. Imported by Billington Imports.",,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2004 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2004-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2004,Alamos
13,Red,Spain,"A little bit of sweet talcum powder adds softness to the more leathery, rustic character on the nose, while the palate deals enough plump berry and pepper to impress. Warm and correct throughout, with a chewy, solid profile. Commendable for an '02. Imported by Luneau USA Inc.",Crianza,14,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Altos de Tamaron 2002 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altos-tamaron-2002-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2002,Altos de Tamaron
,Red,Chile,"A “second” wine, if you will, with warm, dusty cherry aromas along with mineral and spice notes. Runs a touch hot and aggressive, with medium depth and fairly high alcohol (14.5%). Still, it shows true-blue Pinot character and poise. Imported by Daniel Johnnes Wines.",Tobiano,18,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2004 Tobiano Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2004-tobiano-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Kingston Family
13,White,France,"Starts off perfumy and floral, then develops into a perfectly drinkable Chardonnay, with hints of toasted almond and vanilla but also pleasant peach, pear and apple fruit. Not very mineral, but easy to like.",Véro,20,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Joseph Drouhin 2003 Véro  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-vero-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,Portugal,"One of the classic Portuguese red wine brands, with a production of around 4.5 million bottles, this has flavors of ripe red berries, spice and soft balanced acidity. This is a wine that does not need any aging, but is great for everyday drinking. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Periquita,10,87,Terras do Sado,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2001 Periquita Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2001-periquita-red-terras-sado/,Portuguese Red,2001,José Maria da Fonseca
,White,US,"With no wood, what you get are the pure fruit flavors of sweetly ripe peaches, pineapples and mangoes in this delightful wine, which has enough brisk acidity to balance. A very good value.",Un-Oaked,10,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jewel 2003 Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jewel-2003-un-oaked-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2003,Jewel
,Red,US,"Hess almost always nails the vintage, and this is a nice example of a good, not great, Cab. It tastes mountainy, to judge from the tannins and fruit concentration. Will be good now with rich, well-marbled beef, but should develop for a few years.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess Estate 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-estate-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hess Estate
,White,US,"I'm always struck by Edna Valley acids, and so it is with this tart, tightly wound Chardonnay. It's got pretty peach and apple flavors, with a stoniness that must come from the terroir. It's also very dry.",Old Vines,19,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wolff 2003 Old Vines Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolff-2003-old-vines-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Wolff
14.5,Red,Chile,"Gets off the mark with some maple aromas, then shifts toward ripe fruit. The palate offers sweet, likable berry flavors and the finish is appropriately woody, with a creamy feel. Very nice and well made.",,8,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2004,Viu Manent
13.5,Red,Spain,"Shows real solidity and ripeness, with commendable red fruit, leather and pepper on the nose. Fairly fresh and tight flavors of plum and black cherry ride nicely on a balanced, medium-depth palate. Neither lush nor stripped down; it's perfect for everyday drinking. Imported by Visentin Wine & Spirits, LLC.",Crianza,10,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Sardasol 2001 Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sardasol-2001-crianza-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Viña Sardasol
,Red,US,"Pizza? Lasagna? This is the perfect inexpensive wine. It's full-bodied and brawny, and totally dry, with big tannins and fresh, deep flavors of blackberries, coffee, cocoa and dried leather. Shows real character, and will develop for a few years.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2003 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2003-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2003,Bogle
,Red,US,"A satisfyingly rich Merlot, soft and feminine, yet showing real character in the fine tannins and gentle acids that frame the fruit. The flavors, of cherries and sweet oak, are flattering to the palate.",Estate,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2002 Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2002-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Peju
,White,US,"This excellent Gris enters the mouth full-on with soft, appealing flavors of cantaloupe, pear and pineapple. Then it rather quickly slips away.",,17,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Ponzi
,Red,US,"Not in the same league as Morgan's finest, this is still a fine interpretation. Dry, tart in acids, and well-oaked, with a silky texture and cherry and cola flavors veering into riper blackberries, it's a classic Santa Lucia Pinot, at a relatively affordable price.",Twelve Clones,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2003 Twelve Clones Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2003-twelve-clones-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Morgan
,Red,Italy,"A succulent, chewy Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend with a pretty ruby color and intense aromas of coffee, tar, leather and toasted wood. The tannins are still a bit raw and beg for hearty meat. Tightly packed cherry and blackberry linger over a long finish. Castello Banfi performs the extraordinary vintage after vintage: It's almost a one million case per year winery and it continues to offer excellent quality on its lowest priced products.",Centine,,87,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Banfi 2003 Centine Red (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2003-centine-red-tuscany/,Red Blend,2003,Banfi
,White,France,"Earthy, hedgerow aromas and some floral character set the scene for a soft, delicate wine that is still very young. Offers acidity, good structure and flavors of almonds. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Collection,26,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2002 Collection Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2002-collection-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Kuentz-Bas
12.5,White,Spain,"Melon, peach and other ripe fruits on the full-styled bouquet. Riper than some, with apple and a touch of banana carrying the flavor profile. Zesty enough, with a solid, moderately lengthy finish. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,15,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Gundian 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundian-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Gundian
,White,France,"A full-bodied wine, that has good acidity as well as as ripe fruit. There is a touch of almonds, while green plums and white currants provide a fine freshness. It should be ready to drink within a year. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Réserve,14,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2003 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2003-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Jean-Baptiste Adam
,Red,US,"Held back nearly five years, this Cab still has some sturdy tannins, but I would drink it now because the fruit's in a precarious position. It's rich and tasty now in black currants and cherries, but too soft to age.",Hilltop Vineyard,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2000 Hilltop Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2000-hilltop-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,J. Lohr
14,White,Austria,"Weighty (14% alcohol) yet crisp and peppery, giving it a refreshing feel. Starts with some leafy greens and ripe aples, then adds honey balanced by white pepper.",Stammliegenschaften Schön Smaragd,24,87,Wachau,,,Högl 2003 Stammliegenschaften Schön Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogl-2003-stammliegenschaften-schon-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Högl
,Dessert,US,"Drinks very sweet, with caramel, fudge, cherry marmalade and vanilla flavors. The balance is a little off, but with a wedge of double chocolate cake, no one will care.",Toby's Vintage Merlot,35,87,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Heller Estate 2002 Toby's Vintage Merlot Port (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heller-estate-2002-tobys-vintage-merlot-port-blend-port-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Port,2002,Heller Estate
,White,France,"A fresh style of late-harvest Riesling, which favors currants, almonds and fruit salad flavors. It is poised and elegant, giving ripeness but not overt sweetness. Finishes with fine acidity. Imported by Baron François Collection.",Grand Cru Kirchberg de Ribeauvillé,28,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Louis Sipp 2000 Grand Cru Kirchberg de Ribeauvillé Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sipp-2000-grand-cru-kirchberg-ribeauville-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Louis Sipp
13,White,Austria,"Honeyed citrus fruits on the nose, followed by a plump, medium-weight wine with flavors of peach and tangerine. Finishes clean. A nice rendition of Pinot Gris. Imported by Winemonger.com.",,15,87,Styria,,,Tschermonegg 2002 Grauburgunder (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tschermonegg-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grauburgunder-styria/,Grauburgunder,2002,Tschermonegg
,Rose,US,"Here's a deeply colored, strongly flavored blush wine, but despite the power, it's delicate in structure. The fruit is all cherries and raspberries, and the finish is totally dry. You could almost substitute this pretty wine for Pinot Noir.",Wine Creek Ranch Rosé,14,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2004 Wine Creek Ranch Rosé Mourvèdre (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2004-wine-creek-ranch-rose-mourvedre-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Mourvèdre,2004,Quivira
,White,South Africa,"An intense, extracted and flowery wine that is full but balanced. Flavors of white currants and gooseberries give some freshness as well as crisp fruitiness. A little sweet on the soft finish. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",,10,87,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2005 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2005-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Simonsig
14,Red,Chile,"Winemaker Irene Paiva describes Maipo Cabernets as often having a minty or eucalyptus character, and that's certainly evident in this wine, alongside plump, ripe berry notes. Long and finely textured on the finish.",1865 Reserva,19,87,Maipo Valley,,,San Pedro 2001 1865 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2001-1865-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,San Pedro
,Red,US,"Very soft, but with enough structure from acids and tannins, this wine is also extremely ripe and extracted. It has flavors of sweetened coffee and blackberry liqueur, as well as oak. Exemplifies the modern, international style.",,49,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Chimney Rock
,Rose,France,"A rosé during winter? Certainly. Cool as an aperitif, but just as fine a combination with the winter turkey. This bone dry rosé, from vineyards close to Minervois in the Languedoc region of France, is a fine, crisp wine, with just a touch of caramel. It has freshness but also some weight and pepper for its role as a food partner. When the kitchen gets hot, reach for a glass.",Cuvée des Oliviers,9,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac,,Domaine Massamier la Mignarde 2004 Cuvée des Oliviers Rosé (Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-massamier-mignarde-2004-cuvee-oliviers-rose-vin-pays-coteaux-peyriac/,Rosé,2004,Domaine Massamier la Mignarde
,White,US,"Textbook coastal Sauvignon Blanc, a bone dry wine with brisk acidity, and flavors of grapefruit, lime, fig and honeydew melon. There's a fine, peppery note on the finish.",Estate,16,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2004 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Clos La Chance
13.5,Red,Chile,"The bouquet features a textbook mix of leather, oak and black fruit. True plum, cherry and cassis flavors are round and solid even if they don't blow you away. Makes the grade at every level without pushing any envelopes. One of the better Colchagua Cabs from 2002. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Los Vascos Reserve,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2002 Los Vascos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2002-los-vascos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,Red,US,"A nice interpretation of Dry Creek Zin, showing pepper, herb, tobacco and cherry flavors that are fully dry and not overly alcoholic. Gives pleasure while showing some real complexity.",My Zin,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,David Coffaro 2003 My Zin Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-coffaro-2003-my-zin-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,David Coffaro
,Red,US,"A blend of several vineyards, this is a generous Zin, and very ripe, to judge from the blast of sun-warmed wild berry and cocoa flavors that spread over the palate.It's quite soft in the mouth, and finishes a bit sweet.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2002 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2002-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Dashe Cellars
,Red,US,"Along with life's other mysteries is how Don Sebastiani & Sons put out wines of this quality, at this price. This Merlot is dry, rich and fruity, with the balance and harmony of wines costing far more. Enjoy it for its chocolate and blackberry flavors.",,6,87,California,California Other,California,Fusée 2003 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusee-2003-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Fusée
,White,US,"With a little Viognier to push the fruit up, and made with the Musqué clone, this wine showcases DCV's well-earned reputation for Sauvignon Blanc. Dry, stylish and balanced, it offers flavors of citrus, fig, melon and cured tobacco.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lambert Bridge 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-2003-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Lambert Bridge
,White,France,"A fresh, crisp Riesling, with just a touch of sweetness. It is light, fresh and easy to drink, but also has good intensity of flavor to give it depth and some complexity. A selection from Kuentz-Bas hillside vineyards. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Collection Rare,28,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2000 Collection Rare Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2000-collection-rare-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Kuentz-Bas
,Red,US,"With Syrah blended into Bordeaux varieties, this wine has a dry mouthfeel that carries complexity from entry to finish. It's fruity, but young, and true to its southerly Oak Knoll terroir, which is harder, more tannic and acidic, than further north. Try holding for a year or two to soften and sweeten.",Persistence,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Reynolds Family Winery 2002 Persistence Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-family-winery-2002-persistence-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Reynolds Family Winery
,White,France,"It's great to find a Chablis with some maturity. It takes away the characteristic minerality a little, but it does add great citrus and honey flavors. Chablis often represents better value for money than basic Bourgogne Blanc, and in the hands of a quality negociant like Joseph Drouhin, this is a delicious wine that will go well with many fish dishes.",,10,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2001  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2001-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2001,Joseph Drouhin
,Rose,US,"This tasty blush wine tastes like it comes from France. It's filled with the aromas of lavender, wild thyme and chamomile, with fruity nuances of strawberries. Surprisingly rich and complex, with a full body and a dry finish. Great value.",Dry,10,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Jewel 2004 Dry Rosé (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jewel-2004-dry-rose-central-valley-lodi/,Rosé,2004,Jewel
,Red,US,"Starts off oaky and strong in char and toasty vanilla, and while the wood overpowers the underlying wine, which is quite delicate, it adds a sweet touch to this otherwise earthy, soft, cherry-tinged Cab.",Schneider Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Thumbprint Cellars 2002 Schneider Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thumbprint-cellars-2002-schneider-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Thumbprint Cellars
,White,US,"This full-throttle Chard receives 100% malolactic fermentation and frequent lees-stirrings to build in even more richness. The result is a perfumed, full-bodied wine with flavors reminiscent of pear, melon and vanilla. There's a custardy texture to the warm, slightly woody finish.",Behler Reserve,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2002 Behler Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2002-behler-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2002,St. Francis
,Red,Argentina,"The spice-to-fruit ratio on the bouquet is solid if not out of the ordinary. Tight cherry, plum and raspberry flavors carry the palate, while the finish is largely on the money. A deep and chewy, full-bodied Cabernet. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Chakana
,Red,Argentina,"Snappy and polished, with more around the edges than in the middle. Nonetheless it's got nice black fruit, some tar and rubber, and ample vanilla. Well oaked but not “woody,” with raspberry, red currant and vanilla on the palate. Easy on the finish, if simple. Imported by Billington Imports.",,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Bodega Catena Zapata
15.5,Red,Italy,"Jammy and ripe, with prune and other soft-fruit aromas. The palate is quite soft, with distant acids and virtually no tannic verve. But it still has sweetness, purity and richness. It's just that it lacks the edge necessary to propel it to greater heights.",,94,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Corte Sant' Alda 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-sant-alda-1999-italian-red-corvina-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1999,Corte Sant' Alda
,White,US,"Don't be misled by the price into thinking this is some simple little Chard, because you'd miss a great deal. It's packed with peach, apple, mango and spice flavors, with the rich creaminess you want in a good Chardonnay. Cayon Road, owned by Peak Wines, has long been known for value. This wine is partially barrel fermented and aged on the lees -- in other words, using fancy Burgundian techniques. Perfect with salmon, roast chicken or by itself.",,8,87,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Canyon Road
13.5,Red,France,"Made with a not-so-subtle whack of wood, this Châteauneuf features aromas of toasted marshmallows to go along with ripe cherry flavors. Crisp and medium-bodied, with flavors of vanilla, toffee or caramel and the recurring cherries. Doesn't seem like a long ager, but worth holding a few years to see if additional complexities develop. Imported by Bercut-Vandervoort & Co.",,40,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de la Gardine 2001 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gardine-2001-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Château de la Gardine
,White,France,"From the earliest harvest in memory, the appellation's landmark chateau has turned in an admirable effort. Slightly nutty and honeyed on the nose, with spiced baked apple flavors and a soft, easy finish. Drink now and over the next few years. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",,35,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2003  Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2003-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2003,Château de Fuissé
13,Red,France,,Grand Cru Classe,45,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laroque 2002 Grand Cru Classe  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laroque-2002-grand-cru-classe-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Château Laroque
13.5,White,Chile,"Pungent and prickly, with a promise of sass to come. Solid citrus dominates the mouth, as grapefruit, snap pea and lime flavors add nuance. Fresh and chalky in terms of feel, with spotless varietal character. Good Casablanca Sauvignon. Multiple U.S. importers.",Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2004 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2004-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Viña Casas del Bosque
15.5,Red,Italy,"Nice and sweet on the bouquet, where ripe plum, marzipan and milky coffee hold court. Mouthfilling and ripe, if not all that powerful. It's well made and easy to like, with ample dark berry and chocolate flavors. Very much standard fare yet likable.",Fracastoro,60,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vigneti Villabella 1999 Fracastoro  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-1999-fracastoro-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Vigneti Villabella
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Jointly owned by the Symington family and João van Zeller, this Port is charming, with balanced, attractive, open fruit. If there is a touch of greenness in the wine from the tannins, it is still going to be a delicious Port. Imported by Premium Port Wines, Inc.",Vintage,57,87,Port,,,Quinta de Roriz 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta de Roriz
,White,South Africa,"Juicy, with ripe, open fruit and a touch of toast from a small amount of barrel fermentation. Pears and citrus fruit have interesting spice notes that add to the complexity. Imported by Total Wine & More.",Classic,9,87,Western Cape,,,Spier 2005 Classic Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2005-classic-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Spier
,White,US,"The Pinot Blanc from this property is one of the best in Oregon, though not as big and brawny overall as their Pinot Gris. Stone fruits and green apple flavors mix nicely in a tart but not sour wine that shows a bit of cinnamon/baking spice also.",,18,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2004 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2004-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2004,WillaKenzie Estate
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Violet and rich to the eye, with full-force boysenberry aromas. Aggressive and full-bodied, with rubbery tannins and massive flavors of bacon, molasses and black fruits. Very good Bonarda, a grape that usually fails to impress. And for the price it's well worth a try. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2003 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2003-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,1492,Cristobal 1492
,Red,US,"Classic Paso Zin, soft, dry, and long on blackberry, cherry, chocolate and spice flavors that flood the palate and last into the finish. There's something soul-soothing about this wine.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2003 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2003-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Eberle
,White,South Africa,"From bush vines on slopes just north of Stellenbosch, this wine has crisp apple and toast flavors, balanced with lively acidity. There is some gooseberry character, plus just a hint of honey from the noble rot grapes that were used in the blend to leave just a touch of sweetness. Imported by Cape Classics.",,14,87,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2004 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2004-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Mulderbosch
14.5,Red,Chile,"Ripe and ready, with a rich, syrupy nose. Just right on the palate, where bold dark-fruit flavors are supported by lively tannins and just enough acid. Spice and coffee on the finish, with ample oak. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Reserve,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Montes
,Red,US,"A big, full-bodied Pinot, with flavors of cola, black cherry earth and mushroom. A heat spike led to high sugars, says winemaker Susan Doyle, but the flavors lagged behind, requiring longer hang time. Slightly tough on the finish, this is a ruggedly masculine wine.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,MacMurray Ranch
,Red,US,"This ripe, forward Cab is extracted in fruit, and made soft in the modern style. It displays flavors of black cherries and cassis, with vanilla and char from oak, and a sweet herb note. Almost sweet, but fundamentally dry, it's a nice steak wine.",Midnight Rambler,30,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Oriel 2002 Midnight Rambler Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2002-midnight-rambler-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Oriel
13.9,White,France,,Coulée de Serrant,79,87,Loire Valley,Savennières-Coulée de Serrant,,Nicolas Joly 2002 Coulée de Serrant  (Savennières-Coulée de Serrant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-joly-2002-coulee-serrant-chenin-blanc-savennieres-coulee-serrant/,Chenin Blanc,2002,Nicolas Joly
12,White,Italy,"Those nostalgic for Italy's most famous amphora-shaped bottle that was ubiquitous during the roaring Dolce Vita will be happy to know that Marche producer Fazi Battaglia continues to supply great value for your dollar. The 2004 vintage is especially delicious with crisp green apple and pear, sharp and delineated minerality. The slight sourness in the mouth is countered by generous exotic fruit and roundness making it perfect for most fish dishes.",,10,87,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,,Fazi Battaglia 2004  Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazi-battaglia-2004-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico/,Verdicchio,2004,Fazi Battaglia
,Red,US,"With more than 15% alcohol and new oak, this Zin adds sweetness to the cherry and black raspberry flavors, but there's a good grip of acids and tannins to balance. Try with the best beef you can get.",Estate,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2002 Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2002-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Bella
14,Red,Argentina,"Alive and spicy, with a lot of oak but also some pretty good fruit in support. Tastes of cherry and cassis, with good acid-to-tannin balance. Some herbal, leafy notes on the finish conjure memories of cru bourgeois Bordeaux. Shows some complexity and style for a $12 Cab. Imported by North American Beverage Group, LLC.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Domaine Jean Bousquet
12.5,White,France,"Another excellent value in Alsace Riesling. Lorentz's wine offers floral, citrus and clove aromas to go with flavors of citrus and powdered stone. It's crisp and clean versus large and mouthfilling, with a refreshing acidity to the finish. Imported by North American Beverage Group.",Cuvée Particuliere,11,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Andre Lorentz 2003 Cuvée Particuliere Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-lorentz-2003-cuvee-particuliere-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Andre Lorentz
,White,US,"So good, so refreshing, you can taste the sunshine in every savory sip of this delightful wine. It's packed with sweet citrus fruits, tangy gooseberry, ripe fig and white pepper flavors, set up against crisp, bright acids. Finishes tart and puckery, preparing the palate for food.",Reserve,13,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Barefoot Cellars 2004 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2004-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Barefoot Cellars
,Red,US,"You get a lot of Pinot character in this cool-climate wine, with its brisk acids, light, silky texture and pleasant flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola and spices. Those fruity flavors sink down deep and last a long time.",Reserve,15,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Barefoot Cellars 2003 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2003-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Barefoot Cellars
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Clean and smooth, with vanilla and boysenberry defining the nose. Not a complex wine, but one made for everyday drinking; thus the plum and berry fruit is ripe and forward, while the finish is just toasty enough. Flawless even though it lacks sophistication. No high gears but still a good ride. Imported by Billington Imports.",,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Alamos
,White,US,"This new vintage brings down the alcohol (from 15% to just under 14%) and the price of this pleasant, well-made Viognier. Citrus and apricot fill out the fruity midpalate, and it's a round, peachy wine without any of the bitterness or heat that can plague overripe Viognier. The aromatics are clean and simple; though it does not have the extra dimensions that the best Washington Viogniers can sometimes express, it does not suffer from the flaws the Washington Viogniers can sometimes express.",,19,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Abacela 2004 Viognier (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2004-viognier-other/,Viognier,2004,Abacela
13.5,White,France,,,38,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Chartron et Trébuchet 2003  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chartron-trebuchet-2003-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2003,Chartron et Trébuchet
12.5,Red,France,"With its aromas and flavors of plum and leather and subtle hints of vanila, this is a supple, medium-weight Bordeaux that's ready to drink. No, it's not that intense or complex, it's just a pleasing mouthful of claret.",Le Libertin de Lussac,25,87,Bordeaux,Lussac Saint-Émilion,,Chateau de Lussac 2000 Le Libertin de Lussac  (Lussac Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lussac-2000-le-libertin-red-lussac-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Chateau de Lussac
,Red,US,"Here's a balanced, warming Zin that shows what the variety can achieve when carefully monitored. While not a blockbuster, the wine's berry and cherry flavors have a hearty finish, with some dusty tannins.",Peter Mondavi Family,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2003 Peter Mondavi Family Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2003-peter-mondavi-family-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Charles Krug
,Red,Argentina,"This unusual varietal wine doesn't offer much in the way of aromas but it's saturated and full of nice dark-fruit flavors, particularly roast plum and blackberry. Has power, purity and spice at its core, with chocolate on the finish. Well made, a touch rubbery and offers a good introduction to the Bonarda grape. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2004 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2004-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,Chakana
,Red,Italy,"Here's a wine from Puglia that tastes like the sun-drenched southern region thanks to an aromatic assortment of Mediterranean oregano and sage, mint tea, dried hay and ripe red fruit. Not a gigantically structured wine, but a lighter-hued blend of Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera that would bring out the best in pork or roasted chicken.",,10,87,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Candido 2000 Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candido-2000-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2000,Candido
,Red,US,"One of the blacker wines of the year, and also one of the more alcoholic, with 15.9%. Massively fruited, just explodes with blackberry and cherry marmalade, dusted with chocolate and cinnamon. It sure is tasty, but is it a dry table wine?",Rodney's Vineyard,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2002 Rodney's Vineyard Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2002-rodneys-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2002,Epiphany
,Red,US,"This is a wine that needs some time to show its best. It's dry and dusty with tannins and a bit hard with acids, but there's a solid core of blackberry, cherry and sweet tobacco flavor. Give it until 2006.",Money Road Ranch,55,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Gargiulo 2002 Money Road Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gargiulo-2002-money-road-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Gargiulo
12.5,White,Austria,"Classically proportioned GV, with good balance and a plump mouthfeel that fills out the wine's celery leaf, mineral and apple flavors. Long and stony on the finish. Imported by Vin Divino.",Rotes Tor Federspiel,25,87,Wachau,,,Franz Hirtzberger 2003 Rotes Tor Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-hirtzberger-2003-rotes-tor-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Franz Hirtzberger
13.5,White,Chile,"Neutral but clean, with easygoing pear and apple characteristics on both the bouquet and palate. Very much in the mainstream, with smooth vanilla, white-fruit and toffee notes to the finish. Enjoyable and functional Chardonnay from Chile's best white-wine region. Imported by Vintus.",Estate,11,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2004 Estate Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2004-estate-chardonnay-casablanca-valley-43953/,Chardonnay,2004,Errazuriz
,White,South Africa,"A wood-aged wine that has achieved some good balance. It is big and rich, almost like Chardonnay in weight, but it seems to have little of Chenin's varietal character.",,,87,Stellenbosch,,,Post House 2002 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/post-house-2002-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2002,Post House
,Red,France,"Blackberry, plum and tar aromas and flavors provide plenty of interest in this silky-textured, medium-bodied blend of Syrah and Grenache. Turns a bit drying on the finish, but also picks up intriguing hints of chocolate, leather, berries and spice. Drink now–2008. Imported by E & J Gallo.",,15,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Pont d'Avignon 2003 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pont-davignon-2003-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Pont d'Avignon
13.5,White,Chile,"Nice and clean, with ample stone fruit and apple aromas. No, not a lot of nuance on display. But plenty of ripe, pure apple and melon flavors followed by some length on the mildly creamy finish. Solid, with mass-market appeal. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Casillero del Diablo,9,87,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Casillero del Diablo Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-casillero-diablo-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Concha y Toro
13.9,White,France,"Really attractive on the nose, with unusual (for Pinot Gris) hints of flowers; there are also hints of apricot or peach and chalky minerals. The palate is less exciting, though, with broad, mouthfilling, off-dry flavors of honey and melon that fade quickly on the finish. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Grand Cru Spiegel,31,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2002 Grand Cru Spiegel Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2002-grand-cru-spiegel-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2002,Domaines Schlumberger
13.5,Red,Spain,"Light red berry aromas with touches of cinnamon and vanilla. Lean and scouring on the palate in a traditional way, with tangy cherry and berry flavors. Finishes with some caramel and leather. Old-style and probably not for the modern palate. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Reserva,25,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Barzagoso 2000 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barzagoso-2000-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Barzagoso
,Red,US,"Juicy, flavorful and just a bit raw, this dry wine offers up black currants, smoke and vanilla, the classic recipe for California Cab. It has a wonderfully long, rich finish.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rodney Strong
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine which, to smell, has a rustic, earthy character. The taste is cleaner, fresher, more solid, and with attractive raspberry and wild strawberry flavors vying with acidity. Imported by Pernod Ricard.",Vintage,60,87,Port,,,Sandeman 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandeman-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Sandeman
,Red,US,"I think this wine is lighter than the '03 Pisoni, just across the Salinas Valley. It has tobaccoey, coffee flavors nins. But it's lively, even tart in acidity. Try holding it for a few years to let it knit together.",Brosseau Vineyard,54,87,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2003 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2003-brosseau-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2003,Testarossa
,Rose,US,"This pale wine  is indeed dry. It's also crisply tart in acids, making for a clean, brisk mouthfeel. Flavorwise, it's subtle, suggesting a delicate, raspberry-infused tea, with a touch of rose petal and cinnamon.",Dry Rose Wine,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Scherrer 2004 Dry Rose Wine Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2004-dry-rose-wine-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2004,Scherrer
,Red,US,"Mourvèdre is a difficult wine to make. The grapes need heat, which they obviously got in this soft, rich bottling, with grapey, chocolaty flavors. But there's a rough-edged quality the wine-maker believes will evolve with age. I'm not so sure.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Jade Mountain 2003 Mourvèdre (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-2003-mourvedre-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Mourvèdre,2003,Jade Mountain
,White,France,"Attractive aromas of spring flowers set the scene for this light, fresh wine. White peaches and citric flavors give the wine a good lift. This is an easy, apéritif style of Riesling. Imported by Martine's Wines.",,18,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2003 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2003-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Leon Beyer
,White,US,"Shows real coastal character in the bright, crisp acids that tingle the palate, and the cola, rhubarb and cherry flavors that end with peppery spices. The silky, airy texture is pure Pinot.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Scherrer 2002 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2002,Scherrer
14,Red,Chile,"Brawny and colorful, with big black-fruit aromas along with scents of olive and green bean. Not vegetal, but the wine does show a green streak in addition to fine black cherry and cassis flavors. Powerful and full-bodied. Easy to enjoy. Imported by Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Estate Bottled,8,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Viu Manent
,Red,US,"The largest cuvée by far, with 42,000 cases made, this will be the one most often seen on shelves. It features plenty of sweet-seeming upfront toast and caramel, gradually showing crisper, cherry-driven flavors, until it ends on a citrusy note.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacMurray Ranch 2003 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,MacMurray Ranch
,Red,US,"Made in a less ripe style than many of its neighbors, which makes it something of an outlier in Oakville, this Cab is a bit herbal and tightly wound in acids and tannins. It could be an ager. Try holding until 2007.",,50,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Tamber Bey 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamber-bey-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Tamber Bey
,White,US,"When I think of Husch wines I think of acidity, and this wine has lots of it. It's perfectly dry and tart, with ripe green-apple flavors and a pleasant spiciness.",,14,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2003 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2003-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2003,Husch
,White,South Africa,"From the Robertson cooperative, this is a sweet style of Chenin, but one that is balanced by vibrant fruit; fresh acidity gives a crisp, poised aftertaste. Imported by Boutinot Wine Estates, Inc.",,10,87,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2005 Chenin Blanc (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2005-chenin-blanc-robertson/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Robertson Winery
,Red,US,"This is a firmly fruity, tart, steak-friendly wine with some good ‘grip' and a solid core of peppery black cherry fruit. Light notes of licorice and roasted coffee finish up quickly; the blend includes six percent merlot. 2500 cases were made.",,11,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Sockeye 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sockeye-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sockeye
,Red,Chile,"Ripe as fresh-picked fruit, but with a creamy mouthfeel and a lot of natural warmth. Unlike so many murky, insipid Chilean Merlots, this wine has spine and spunk. Imported by Select Fine Wine.",Armador,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Armador Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-armador-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2003,Odfjell
15.5,Red,Italy,"Starts with meaty notes to the nose along with leather, barnyard and a certain rooty quality. Cherry and citrus work the palate, which is a bit austere. Thus the high-toned finish with rather strong acidity is almost as expected. Will do best with food.",,45,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Musella 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1997,Musella
13,Red,France,,,16,87,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Labouré-Roi 2002  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2002-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2002,Labouré-Roi
13,White,France,,Montmain Premier Cru,28,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 Montmain Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-montmain-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
,Red,US,"This handsome new winery makes a worthy estate Syrah and a pleasant Cab Franc, but I was most utterly charmed with the Merlot, which includes Portteus grapes as well. Sweet cherry pie never tasted so good.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Windy Point 2002 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-point-2002-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2002,Windy Point
14,Red,Chile,"Not all that “reserve” in its style, but perfectly likable. Cherry, cola, rubber and leather carry the nose toward a palate defined by tangy cherry. Close to full-force on the finish, which is flush and packed. Tannic and full; a winner in its class. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Reserva,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2003 Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2003-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2003,MontGras
14,Red,Chile,"Solid plum and cassis with hints of rubber and smoked ham all make for an attractive nose. This wine is ripe with zero of the green quality that can mar Chilean Merlot; thus the palate pulsates with plum and cherry, and the overall take is one of balance and easy drinkability.",Reserve,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2004 Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2004,Montes
14,White,Chile,"For sure it shows intense green aromas of peas and celery, much more so than bright, spunky fruit. But that's the style, and within that style it's good. The palate blends fresh asparagus and apple, while the textured finish rises up with a layer of crispness and tropical fruit notes. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Limited Selection Leyda Vineyard,16,87,Leyda Valley,,,Montes 2004 Limited Selection Leyda Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-limited-selection-leyda-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Montes
13.5,White,US,"Bright in apple and citrus flavors, this pleasant Chard shows a crispness that's more akin to a coastal wine than an inland one. It's dry and rich on the finish.",Reserve,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2003-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2003,EOS
12.5,White,Austria,"Stony and minerally, with some nectarine and citrus scents that develop into grapefruit and stone fruit flavors on the palate. Clean and fresh without being hard or edgy, this is nicely balanced and nicely priced. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Gedersdorfer Moosburgerin,15,87,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2004 Gedersdorfer Moosburgerin Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2004-gedersdorfer-moosburgerin-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Felsner
14.5,Red,Italy,"Round with some prune-based aromas. The palate runs soft and smooth, but with good balance. Flavors dominated by black cherry are enlivened by a shot of citrus, but it's not an overly acidic wine. Fairly standard fare in the final analysis, but pleasant.",,37,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Fabiano
,Red,Italy,"Charged up and a bit acidic, with aromas of smoke, under brush and leather along with some nicely integrated wood. Solid, with requisite dark-fruit and chocolate flavors. But there's no doubt that it's zesty, bordering on racy. Nice but could use more mouthfeel.",,39,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1998,Fabiano
,Red,US,"The winery seems to have held back this Merlot as long as they dared, for it is still a very dry, tannic wine. That said, there's some rich cherry and black currant fruit. It will play off a good steak, or you can try aging it through this decade.",Block Collection Shorenstein Vineyard,26,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Geyser Peak 2001 Block Collection Shorenstein Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2001-block-collection-shorenstein-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2001,Geyser Peak
13.9,Red,Argentina,"Bright purple in color, with heavy smoke and rubber aromas that together come across as bacon and bitter chocolate. Cassis, plum and tobacco rest comfortably on the palate, while the finish is grapy, extracted and toasty. In recent years this wine has carved out its own style, and this vintage fits the model. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Don Miguel Gascón
,Red,US,"A very nice Pinot made in a lighter style. Shows cherry, blackberry, mocha and spice flavors encased in a delicate structure, and is dry and silky, with a clean, fruity finish.",,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 2003 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2003,Cinnabar
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Toasty and smoky, with rubber and powerful dark-fruit aromas. Plum and black cherry work the palate, while on the back end black fruit is spiced up by strong hints of pepper. Standard but good; plump and satisfying. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",Oak Reserve,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2003 Oak Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2003-oak-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1492,Cristobal 1492
12.8,Red,Italy,"A succulent, chewy Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend with a pretty ruby color and intense aromas of coffee, tar, leather and toasted wood. The tannins are still a bit raw and beg for hearty meat. Tightly packed cherry and blackberry linger over a long finish. Castello Banfi performs the extraordinary vintage after vintage: It's almost a one million case per year winery and it continues to offer excellent quality on its lowest priced products.",Centine,11,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2003 Centine Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2003-centine-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2003,Banfi
14.5,Red,Chile,"Starts with woody aromas as well as leather, marzipan and baked fruit. Runs on the rich, thick side of the fence, with chunky plum and blackberry flavors. The finish is creamy and sticky, with soft, plush tannins. A chewy yet not gooey New World Syrah. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Reserve,14,87,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2003 Reserve Shiraz (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-maipo-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Carmen
15.5,Red,Italy,"Kicks off with a touch of wood sap before unveiling more typical aromas of fudge, raisin and dried red fruits. Probably a bit more acidic than one might expect, which goes to explaining the racy mouthfeel and zesty cherry flavors. Fairly intense, with a late blast of heat and spice.",,65,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Zenato
13.5,Red,Chile,"Exhibits ripe black-fruit aromas of plum and blackberry, with pleasant shadings of vanilla and marzipan. Rasp berry and plum make for a ripe and fruity palate that's devoid of any herbal, underripe flavors. Textbook stuff, with a couple of layers of fruit and tannins. Imported by Artemis.",,8,88,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2003 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2003-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Terra Andina
,White,US,"Here's another delicious riesling, this one sweet and penetrating, with surprisingly deep and protracted flavors of candied orange peel, lemon peel and grapefruit. Drink this lovely wine with fruit-driven desserts, or chill it and sip it all by itself.",Winemaker's Select,7,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2004 Winemaker's Select Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2004-winemakers-select-riesling-columbia-valley-wa-50631/,Riesling,2004,Snoqualmie
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"From the Vista Alegre vineyard in the Pinhão valley, this Port is powerfully perfumed, with great black-cherry flavors and acidity. It has good structure, but is generally relatively simple and easy to appreciate.",Single Estate Vintage,,88,Port,,,Vista Alegre 2003 Single Estate Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-alegre-2003-single-estate-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Vista Alegre
14,Red,Chile,"Warm and spicy, with plenty of ripe black fruit backing things up. Along the path you'll find tree bark and fresh-turned earth. By no means a lightweight, as it offers plum, blackberry, clove and the works. Concentrated and tight; a brawny, firm Cabernet. Imported by Viña Requingua.",Toro de Piedra Reserva,14,88,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2003 Toro de Piedra Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2003-toro-piedra-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Viña Requingua
15.5,Red,Italy,"Apple-skin aromas are prominent, and the flavor profile runs to cherry. Along the way are nice toast and licorice notes, and the finish carries familiar chocolate and peppery spice characteristics. Solid if not overwhelming.",,54,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Provolo 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provolo-1999-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1999,Provolo
,White,US,"A bit soft in acidity, this is nonetheless a delicious, balanced Pinot Noir. It has the silkiness you want from the variety, with cherry, cola and cocoa flavors that mix well with the oak, and a long, fruity finish.",,35,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Scherrer 2002 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Scherrer
,Red,US,"Here's a big, bold, brawny Zin, rustic and earthy, the kind that will go down easily with barbecue. It's powerful in briary wild blueberries, with a cocoa finish and lots of peppery spice.",Private Reserve,22,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2002 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2002-private-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Sausal
,Red,US,"Wente is trying to reinvigorate itself, and this is a step in the right direction. It's solid in varietal character, with black currant and cassis flavors and a rich full-bodiedness that's spiced up with oak. Good now, but its firm tannins suggest mid-term ageability.",The Nth Degree,50,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2002 The Nth Degree Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2002-nth-degree-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Wente
,White,France,"This is a fresh and soft, but dry style of wine. It is the least expensive in the range of Trimbach Rieslings, but it still shows a great, crisp character, some good intensity of flavor and, at this stage, youthful structure and tannins. Even this level of wine from Trimbach needs 3–4 years of aging. Imported by Diageo Chateau & Estates.",,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 2002 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-2002-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Trimbach
14.5,Red,France,"Rather firmly tannic, but also packed with superripe fruit—it will be a close contest to see which lasts longest. Chocolate, brandied fruit cake and plums finish tough and chewy. Try it now with rare meats to help tame the tannins, or cross your fingers and wait. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Les Chrisitins,19,88,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Perrin & Fils 2003 Les Chrisitins Grenache-Syrah (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2003-chrisitins-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vacqueyras/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Perrin & Fils
13,Red,France,,Cuvée Margot,20,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Olivier Leflaive 2003 Cuvée Margot  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2003-cuvee-margot-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2003,Olivier Leflaive
,Red,Chile,"Not a whole bunch of that typical leafy, French character; this is a South American rendition for sure. Ripe, with hard rubber and black cherry to the heady nose. Quite dense and saturated, with firm tannins and a lot of extract. Imported by Select Fine Wine.",Orzada,18,88,Maule Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Orzada Cabernet Franc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-orzada-cabernet-franc-maule-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2003,Odfjell
,White,US,"A nice follow-up to the excellent 2003, this is dry, varietal and beautifully perfumed with classic sweet floral notes. Good concentration and length; it doesn't get so over-the-top it's like swallowing perfume, but it captures that aspect of the grape nicely, with lingering richness.",,9,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2004 Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2004-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Montinore
,White,US,"Firesteed goes from strength to strength; this is their best Gris to date, enhanced perhaps by the unusually warm vintage. Its ripe fruit tastes like biting into a juicy pear picked right off the tree. Succulent, round and sweetly spicy, with noticeable residual sugar but very appealing semi-tropical flavors.",,10,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Firesteed 2003 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firesteed-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2003,Firesteed
,White,France,"Despite rich aromas of honey and oak, this wine is clean and crisp, with bright pear and citrus flavors and mouthwatering acids. Finishes long and lemony; the perfect foil to fish or poultry. Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Vieilles Vignes,25,88,Burgundy,Mâcon Chaintré,,Domaine Valette 2002 Vieilles Vignes  (Mâcon Chaintré),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-valette-2002-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-macon-chaintre/,Chardonnay,2002,Domaine Valette
,White,France,"Despite 18 months in wood, the oak isn't that obvious. Instead, there's honey and pineapple, good richness for the Mâcon, and a long, crisp finish. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Les Taches,24,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Fuissé,,Domaine Robert-Denogent 2002 Les Taches  (Mâcon-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-robert-denogent-2002-taches-chardonnay-macon-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2002,Domaine Robert-Denogent
13.5,Red,Chile,"Right on the mark, with a likable nose full of cassis, blackberry and spice. Super clean on the palate, with a flavor profile that's both juicy and round. Warm and extracted, with a hearty amount of chocolate. Balanced. Imported by Vintus.",Estate,11,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2004 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2004-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Errazuriz
13.6,Red,Australia,"Though it's Barossa, the wine is showing the coolness of the vintage in the form of cherry and black cherry fruit flavors. It's pretty fragrant on the nose, too, the cherry bolstered by pine and nut aromas. Fine, minerally tannins complete the picture.",,13,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Elder Vine 2002 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elder-vine-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Elder Vine
,Red,US,"As rich as Eberle's Cabernets are, Syrah seems to bring an added dimension of decadent cherry-berry liqueur to the blend. The wine is velvety soft in tannins, and so fruity, it finishes with a honeyed sweetness.",Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,24,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2003,Eberle
13,White,France,,La Cuvée Chartron Vieilles Vignes,15,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Chartron et Trébuchet 2004 La Cuvée Chartron Vieilles Vignes  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chartron-trebuchet-2004-cuvee-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2004,Chartron et Trébuchet
,Red,Argentina,"Serious stuff that requires at least 10 minutes of airing to shed its rusticity and reveal its charms and qualities, among which are smoky plum aromas and flavors that bring spice and chocolate along for the ride. Layered and warm on the finish, with plumpness and hard spice. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Chakana
,White,South Africa,"One of the new generation of wineries run by South African blacks, under an empowerment program, this winery's 2003 Chenin is full and rich, with great aromas of mangoes and flavors of tropical fruits. For lovers of a ripe, full style of Chenin, this is an essential.",,,88,Stellenbosch,,,Bouwland 2003 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouwland-2003-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Bouwland
,Red,Argentina,"Balsamic vinegar and earth aromas get it started, with baked fruit and chocolate playing second fiddle. Solid, spicy and in no way flabby; in fact, it's rather firm on the palate. Not quite rich and fruity enough to make the highest echelon, but still a very good Malbec. Imported by Billington Imports.",,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Bodega Catena Zapata
,Red,US,"This soft Syrah is forward in ripe cherries, raspberries, pomegranates, coffee and wood spice flavors. It has an apparent sweetness that comes from the interplay of ripeness, alcohol and oak. Feels limpid, soft and voluptuous on the palate.",Lily Hill Estate,34,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2002 Lily Hill Estate Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2002-lily-hill-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2002,Bella
13,White,South Africa,"From vineyards in the cool Darling region, this ripe but dry wine has mineral austerity to balance its lively acidity. There are some caramel flavors, and a touch of grapefruit, leaving a fresh, crisp taste in the mouth.",,11,88,Coastal Region,,,Groote Post 2004 Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groote-post-2004-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Groote Post
,White,France,"A beautifully perfumed wine, which already has some petrolly aromas as well as hedgerow fruits. Offers lively acidity and great freshness. This is a delicious wine already, but it will develop over the next 12 months. Imported by Chapin Cellars.",Cuvée Jean-Baptiste Kaefferkopf,24,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 2001 Cuvée Jean-Baptiste Kaefferkopf Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-2001-cuvee-kaefferkopf-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Jean-Baptiste Adam
,White,South Africa,"A well-made, big, fat wine, which brings in some toasty elements, along with dense white fruits, honey, nuts and dried apricots. While the previous vintage clocked an overwhelming 14.5% alcohol, this wine at 13.5% is much better balanced.",,,88,Stellenbosch,,,Zevenwacht 2005 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zevenwacht-2005-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Zevenwacht
14.5,Red,Italy,"Fairly toasty, with charcoal, coconut, tobacco and other firm, wood-driven aromas. Racy and tight on the palate, with cedar, raspberry and chocolate flavors. Lean and clean would be the best way to describe it, and it seems as though it would go well with food, even now.",,45,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bolla 2001  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2001-italian-red-corvina-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2001,Bolla
,White,US,"An intensely flavored white wine, totally dry and tart in zesty citrus rind and gooseberry, with shadings of fig, melon and vanilla. It's a really good wine, fun to drink and versatile across a range of food.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Bernardus
,White,South Africa,"A wine that spent two months in wood, giving it a ripe, fruity character, with spice, cinnamon, acidity and tropical fruits. This cool-climate Walker Bay winery is now highly rated under the hands of winemaker Sebastian Beaumont. Imported by wine@34south.",,15,88,Walker Bay,,,Beaumont 2004 Chenin Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-2004-chenin-blanc-walker-bay/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Beaumont
,Red,US,"An early release is often good for Oregon Pinot, bringing out the young varietal flavors with bracing freshness. Here an extended maceration, both before and after fermentation, gives it a nice mix of cherry/grapy fruit with a good tannic structure. Comes on like a cru Beaujolais, with surprising weight and length for such a young wine.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 2004 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2004-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Argyle
14,Red,Chile,"A Carmenère-based wine with dark blackberry aromas and a touch of cherry cough drop to the bouquet. This one veers toward juicy, with prime acidity pushing black plum and boysenberry flavors. Fairly long and moderately complex on the finish. With 15% Cabernet. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",Vineyard Selection Envero,15,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2003 Vineyard Selection Envero Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2003-vineyard-selection-envero-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Apaltagua
13.5,White,Austria,"Neuburger is the grape variety, a cross between Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc) and Sylvaner. The result is a richly textured white with lovely floral notes on the nose and flavors of honey, ripe peaches and citrus. Finishes soft, with hints of dried spices. Imported by Winemonger.com.",1000 Eimerberg Select,19,88,Wachau,,,Gritsch Mauritiushof 2003 1000 Eimerberg Select Neuburger (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gritsch-mauritiushof-2003-1000-eimerberg-select-other-white-neuburger-wachau/,Neuburger,2003,Gritsch Mauritiushof
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe and fruity from start to finish. The bouquet is fresh andclean, with a bit of citrus peel and red raspberry. A lot of easy red fruit carries the palate, primarily strawberry, raspberry and currant. Chocolaty at the end, but not oaky. A bona fide crowd-pleaser for a very good price. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,High Altitude 2004 Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-altitude-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,High Altitude
,White,France,"A great, fresh, clean Riesling that just demands to be drunk. The wine has freshness, crispness, green fruits and balancing acidity. Not very complex, but still delicious. Imported by Martine's Wines.",Les Ecaillers,37,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2001 Les Ecaillers Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2001-ecaillers-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Leon Beyer
,Red,US,"Very dark, plum-colored wine with a super ripe nose of raisins and ripe red fruits. The mongrel blend (30% cabernet sauvignon, 23% sangiovese, 13% merlot, 12% malbec, 11% grenache, 11% syrah) delivers strong scents and flavors of toast and coffee, surprising in a wine at this price. Round, mature flavors give the impression that some older wine has been blended in, though it has not. The soft, fruit-driven center leads into a toasty finish with substantial, medium-grained tannins.",Red Wine,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Six Prong 2003 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/six-prong-2003-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2003,Six Prong
14.9,Red,Argentina,"Potent and layered, as it begins with sharp, spicy aromas before opening to show deeper black fruit. Saturated plum and blackberry flavors are touched up by a certain saucy spiciness, while the resonating mouthfeel is beefy and rich. This is serious Argentinean Merlot, yet it doesn't quite register as great. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Particular,30,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2003 Particular Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2003-particular-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2003,Valentín Bianchi
14,Red,Chile,"Smooth and stylish, with ripe, meaty aromas and a solid, not-too-aggressive personality. Fresh on the tongue, where blackberry and plum flavors blend nicely with dark chocolate and bacon. The chewy, round finish completes the canvas. Best Buy.",Gran Reserva,13,88,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2003 Gran Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2003-gran-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2003,TerraNoble
,White,US,"By far the softest of Scherrer's Chards, this one's slightly earthy, like sautéed peach slices wrapped in grape leaves. It also shows its oak treatment in the char and vanilla notes, and tons of spice.",Scherrer Vineyard,25,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Scherrer 2002 Scherrer Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Scherrer
12,White,Austria,"Light to medium in body, with subtle aromas of mineral smoke, apples and pears, this Grüner won't wow, just artfully impress. Crisp tree fruit and melon flavors echo on the mineral-laden finish. Imported by Vin Divino.",Loibner Federspiel Trocken,22,88,Wachau,,,Emmerich Knoll 2003 Loibner Federspiel Trocken Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmerich-knoll-2003-loibner-federspiel-trocken-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Emmerich Knoll
,White,US,"Pleasing pear and light vanilla aromas lead into a nicely textured, lively and distinctly un-flabby chardonnay. This is the least expensive of five chardonnays from Ste. Michelle that all showcase winemaker Bob Bertheau's elegant, light touch. Happily, there is no reliance on buttered popcorn flavors or excessive new toasty oak to make the flavors pop; this is a great food wine, way ahead of most budget bottles from California.",,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2003 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2003-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2003,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,France,"A bit oaky, layered with vanilla and dried spices, but there's also ample richness and weight of fruit to help carry the wine forward. Spices intensify on the long, elegant finish. Imported by Daniel Johnnes Wines.",,23,88,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine Olivier Merlin 2003  Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-olivier-merlin-2003-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Olivier Merlin
13,Red,Italy,"Here's a single-varietal wine from Italy's northernmost Trentino region that boasts all the sensual roundness and softness of Merlot with the fresh forest berry and spicy acidity of cool climate growing conditions. Tobacco, mineral tones, dried hay, nutmeg, black pepper and bay leaf render a wine of deep aromatic intensity that undergoes an impressive evolution in the glass.",Riserva,10,88,,Trentino,,Concilio 2001 Riserva Merlot (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concilio-2001-riserva-merlot-trentino/,Merlot,2001,Concilio
14,Red,Chile,"Full and leathery, with tobacco and lots of familiar dark-fruit aromas. The palate seems almost jet-propelled in its forwardness, while the flavors of prune, black cherry, pepper and chocolate are fine. Could stand for a bit more mouthfeel and plushness; the tannins run hard. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Terrunyo,28,88,Pirque,,,Concha y Toro 2002 Terrunyo Cabernet Sauvignon (Pirque),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2002-terrunyo-cabernet-sauvignon-pirque/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Concha y Toro
16,Red,Italy,"Rather lactic and buttery, according to two of our tasters, and slightly cooked. But it's also got some good fruit in its center and a lot of fudge, molasses and spice. Improves with airing; needs a few years on its side.",Vigneti di Jago,60,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2000 Vigneti di Jago  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2000-vigneti-jago-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Domìni Veneti
,White,France,"The clay soil of the Burgreben produces a heavy style of Riesling, with some earthy flavors.But this wine also has fresh fruit, flavors of red apples and pears, along with a mineral streak that gives it a great lift on the finish. Leave it 3–4 years before drinking. Imported by European Cellars.",Burgreben de Zellenberg,20,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Bott-Geyl 2002 Burgreben de Zellenberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bott-geyl-2002-burgreben-zellenberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Domaine Bott-Geyl
,Red,US,"Drinking very dry and pretty tannic now, this Merlot is not at its best. But there's lots of rich, ripe blackberry and cherry fruit. Try cellaring for a few years to let it all come together.",Money Road Ranch,35,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Gargiulo 2002 Money Road Ranch Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gargiulo-2002-money-road-ranch-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2002,Gargiulo
14.5,Red,Chile,"Solid as a rock, with its own unique set of characteristics. For starters, the wine blends overt new world fruit with some rustic old world touches. In addition, there's Carmenère in the blend, which offers an herbal edge. The only reason this wine doesn't rate higher is that it finishes a bit cloying and tannic. Seems that the vintage just didn'tprovide enough flesh and balance. Imported by Vintus.",Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve,49,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2002 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2002-don-maximiano-founders-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Errazuriz
,Red,Portugal,"A wine from the Jose de Sousa estate in Alentejo, now owned by J.M. da Fonseca. Fermented partly in traditional clay pots, and then aged in wood, it is a generous, fruity wine with just a touch of tobacco and firm but soft tannins. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",Jose de Sousa,,88,Alentejano,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2003 Jose de Sousa Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2003-sousa-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2003,José Maria da Fonseca
,White,US,"This monster Viognier has an entire fruit stand built in. The flavors range from ripe white peach through apricot and pineapple to the most decadent papayas. The oak, however, seems excessive.",Paras Vineyard,30,88,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Jade Mountain 2003 Paras Vineyard Viognier (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-2003-paras-vineyard-viognier-napa-mount-veeder/,Viognier,2003,Jade Mountain
14,Red,Chile,"Caliboro's first-ever release sports excellent aromatics. But like any serious red made from young grapes, it's not terribly concentrated. The mouthfeel is light, while the depth and texture are modest. Still, it offers a glimpse of what's to come, and the future looks bright. A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc.",Reserva de Caliboro,30,88,Maule Valley,,,Erasmo 2001 Reserva de Caliboro Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliboro-estate-2001-erasmo-red-maule-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Erasmo
,Red,US,"Clearly a step up from Brutocao's regular '02, this interesting wine has distinct features of its own. It's very soft and creamy, and intricate in flavors, suggesting macaroons soaked in rum and crème de cassis. But it's dry.",Riserva d'Argento,34,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2002 Riserva d'Argento Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2002-riserva-dargento-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Brutocao
14.5,Red,Chile,"With spiced meat, earth and bright fruit on the nose, this shouldn't remain a secret forever. The wine is super easy to drink because the tannins are reserved. As for flavor, it features lively dark fruits and enough chocolate to satisfy a cocoa hound. Fine texture and balance are the finishing touches. Imported by Gourmet Wine & Food Co.",Secreto,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Secreto Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-secreto-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2004,Viu Manent
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Once a byword for indifferent Ports, Royal Oporto has totally revamped its winemaking, and this 2003 vintage is the result. It is dark and dry, with layers of firm fruit. Flavors of black figs give a lift to the Port. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",Vintage,44,88,Port,,,Royal Oporto 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oporto-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Royal Oporto
,Red,US,"Tasted beside the 2002, which is soft and flamboyant, this younger wine is tighter and fresher. Both wines are dominated by Grenache, which should release its time-bomb cherriness by the end of 2005. This Châteauneuf-style blend also contains Mourvèdre, Syrah and Zinfandel.",Steelhead,18,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2003 Steelhead Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2003-steelhead-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Quivira
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The second label of Quinta do Noval is a more open Port than its big brother. Its stalky character, dark fruits and considerable acidity come together well, leaving a dry but fresh aftertaste. Imported by William Grant USA.",Silval Vintage,45,88,Port,,,Quinta do Noval 2003 Silval Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-2003-silval-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Noval
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This beautiful quinta, high above the Douro, has produced a generous, raisin and black fig-flavored Port. It is ripe, plummy and sweet in style, although the tannins at the end show good structure. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Vintage,94,88,Port,,,Quinta do Crasto 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Crasto
,White,South Africa,"From 20-year-old bush vines, this is a balanced, full-bodied wine, packed with ripeness, but also good acidity. A soft but not sweet wine, named after the owner of the Rudera Winery. Imported by Cape Classics.",,12,88,Stellenbosch,,,Teddy Hall 2005 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teddy-hall-2005-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Teddy Hall
,White,US,"Here's a vibrant, assertive wine that's something like a very dry Sauvignon Blanc. It's citrusy and minty-grassy, with an edge of white peach and green apple that makes for complexity.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,16,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Twisted Oak 2004 Silvaspoons Vineyard Verdelho (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-oak-2004-silvaspoons-vineyard-spanish-white-verdelho-central-valley-lodi/,Verdelho,2004,Twisted Oak
,Red,US,"Substantial and dark, this late-breaking '02 offers cherry and beet flavors, with some of the tomato leaf scents that typify Oregon Pinots. Good structure for near-term drinking.",,26,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Sokol Blosser 2002 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2002-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2002,Sokol Blosser
,Red,US,"This textbook regional Pinot Noir displays a deft touch in the delicacy and silky finesse of the body, while holding nothing back in the way of flavor. Cherries, cola, sweet leather and dusty spices come together in a dry, smooth finish.",,29,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2003 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2003,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"Rich and oaky, this Merlot features flavors of blackberries, cherries and chocolate, although it's fully dry and not too powerful in alcohol. This is a good price for a full-bodied red of this class.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn 2003 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2003-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2003,Hahn
,White,France,"Tasted at a closed stage in its evolution, the fruit was very much quiescent, showing merely hints of peach and citrus. More mineral than the richer 2003, with a long, mineral-and-grapefruit finish. Drink 2008–2015, maybe longer. A 1986 tasted at the domaine late in 2004 was still delicious (90 points). Imported by Kysela Père et Fils.",Quintaine,30,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Guillemot-Michel 2002 Quintaine  (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guillemot-michel-2002-quintaine-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2002,Guillemot-Michel
,Red,US,"This is the softest, richest and fruitiest of Nadeau's three new Zins. It's dense in cherry and chocolate fudge flavors, with a cherry liqueur finish. Has practically no tannins, and just enough acidity to prevent cloying.",Critical Mass,28,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nadeau Family Vintners 2002 Critical Mass Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nadeau-family-vintners-2002-critical-mass-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2002,Nadeau Family Vintners
12.5,White,Spain,"Fresh and pure, with a solid citrus quality. The nose features pineapple and peaches, with a shot of mineral. Orange is the predominant flavor, mixed with some drying soda cracker. Well balanced and properly acidic, with proper dryness on the finish. Imported by Classical Wines.",,20,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Morgadío 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgadio-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Morgadío
13.9,White,France,,Clos de la Bergerie,45,88,Loire Valley,Savennières-Roche-Aux-Moines,,Nicolas Joly 2002 Clos de la Bergerie  (Savennières-Roche-Aux-Moines),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-joly-2002-clos-bergerie-chenin-blanc-savennieres-roche-aux-moines/,Chenin Blanc,2002,Nicolas Joly
13,Red,France,"Dark and dusty on the nose, with hints of tree bark alongside flavors of plum, chocolate and dried spices. This medium-to-full-bodied red is supple enough to drink tonight, but would probably benefit from another few years of cellaring. Finishes long, picking up black-cherry and tar notes. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Château Romassan,40,88,Provence,Bandol,,Domaines Ott 2001 Château Romassan Red (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2001-chateau-romassan-red-bandol/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Domaines Ott
13.5,Red,France,,,29,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre 2003  Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-sauvestre-2003-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very fruity, rich Port, but there is also some solidity and density. Shows polished winemaking, elegance, perfume, it's very approachable already. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Vintage,40,88,Port,,,Barros 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Barros
13.5,White,Argentina,"Toasty and ripe, with nice cinnamon and vanilla shadings. Lots of apple, pineapple and spice grace the palate of this single-vineyard wine. Shows modest wood on the finish and plenty of length. Borders on weighty but maintains its elegance. Imported by Billington Imports.",Catena Alta,30,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2002 Catena Alta Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2002-catena-alta-chardonnay-mendoza-47003/,Chardonnay,2002,Bodega Catena Zapata
14,Red,Chile,"Powerful and cranked up to another level, with a lot of natural purity. Gigantic on the palate, with berry syrup, earth and extremely powerful tannins. Tight and built like a fort; not an easy wine to just pop and quaff. The jackhammer tannins see to that.",Altair,55,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,Altaïr 2002 Altair Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altair-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Altaïr
,Red,US,"World-Class Cabernet, made in the modern style. It's softly textured, with melted tannins and low acidity. Black currants, cassis, cherries, milk chocolate and spices come together and last through a long finish.",Peter Mondavi Family,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2002 Peter Mondavi Family Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2002-peter-mondavi-family-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Charles Krug
,White,South Africa,"This rich style of Chenin has aromas of ripe currants; full-bodied fruit, with accents of almonds, spices and herbs, marks the palate. Imported by Downunder Imports, LLS.",,12,88,Swartland,,,Cape Haven 2004 Chenin Blanc (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-haven-2004-chenin-blanc-swartland/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Cape Haven
14.1,Red,Chile,"Heavily toasted on the nose, with tobacco, leather and vanilla along with powerful dark fruit. Sweet and plump in the mouth, with a solid mouthfeel that doesn't falter. Tasty and long on the tail, with the essence of coffee and an inkling of popcorn. Oaky and expensive, but still very good. Imported by Vintus.",La Cumbre,39,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2003 La Cumbre Shiraz (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2003-cumbre-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-aconcagua-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Errazuriz
,White,France,"A perfumed mineral wine with delicious pure fruit, from the Riquewihr Rosenbourg vineyard. It has flavors of white and green fruits, which give it a vibrant feel. It also has some crisp acidity, along with intense currant flavors. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Rosenbourg,24,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Paul Blanck 2001 Rosenbourg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-blanck-2001-rosenbourg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Paul Blanck
,White,US,"No oak, no malolactic, just pure, ripe fruit and plenty of zesty acids mark this delicate wine. It shows flavors of citrus, gooseberry and alfalfa or hay, and finishes very clean and dry.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2003-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Mauritson
,White,US,"I find most California Pinot Gris, or Grigio, simple, soft and semisweet. This commendable wine by contrast is brilliantly structured, with keen acids boosting Key lime, sweet thyme and vanilla flavors. It's easily among the best of its genre.",R&D Franscioni Vineyard,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2004 R&D Franscioni Vineyard Pinot Gris (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2004-r-d-franscioni-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Gris,2004,Morgan
11,Sparkling,Italy,"I love this $8 pale-gold sparkler with lively pearling, creamy mousse and tight acidity in the mouth. It has lemon-lime, grassy and floral notes and some bitter almond skin but it also has something that resembles the yellow center of a daisy or a dandelion, giving it distinct personality. Moletto is a dynamic, family run company in the province of Treviso.",,8,88,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Moletto NV Prosecco (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-nv-sparkling-prosecco-marca-trevigiana/,Prosecco,,Moletto
,Red,US,"Here's a big, dark, rustic red. It's effusive in red stone fruit and berry flavors, framed in vigorous tannins that lend the wine grip and structure. Despite the volume, it's easy to quaff. Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvèdre.",L. Preston,25,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 2002 L. Preston Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-2002-l-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Preston
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Sold mainly to the Pousadas, the state-owned hotel chain of Portugal, Presidential is nevertheless a brand worth looking out for, especially for tawnies. This vintage is well structured, firm, and ripe. Imported by Jack Poust & Company, Inc.",Vintage,55,88,Port,,,Presidential 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/presidential-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Presidential
,Red,US,"Although it is the inexpensive bottle in the Ponzi lineup, the Tavola holds its own, with fragrant varietal aromas of sassafras and cherry. There's a nice lift to it, a pine needle freshness, and additional notes of cocoa, anise and more. Soft, easy-drinking, yet multi-dimensional.",Tavola,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2003 Tavola Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2003-tavola-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Ponzi
13.5,White,France,"This plump, easygoing wine starts of with voluminous floral and pear scents, then folds in peach notes on the palate. Decidedly low in acidity, but round and satisfying, and priced right. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Réserve,16,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2004 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2004-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Pierre Sparr
16,Red,Italy,"Gets off the mark with some murk and earth, but clears up to display aromas of apple skin, horsehide and dark fruits. Decent weight and only modest tannins create a chunky, almost syrupy personality that fosters flavors of chocolate, liqueur and coffee.",Villa Monteleone,49,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Raimondi 1998 Villa Monteleone  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimondi-1998-villa-monteleone-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1998,Raimondi
,White,France,"From 70-year-old vines at the base of Solutré, this is an exceptionally elegant, precise and minerally rendering of Pouilly-Fuissé, especially so when seen in the context of the vintage. There's ample richness and length, with pear and spice notes, but the lingering impression is one of great minerality and finesse. Imported by North Berkeley Imports.",En Buland,,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Barraud 2003 En Buland  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-barraud-2003-en-buland-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Barraud
,Red,US,"Nice, light-bodied, fruity and immediately likeable, the way you want a near-term Pinot to be. It's dry and silky, with flavors of cherry compote, coffee, cocoa, vanilla-oak and cinnamon spice, and a rich, fruity finish.",Peter Mondavi Family,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Charles Krug 2003 Peter Mondavi Family Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2003-peter-mondavi-family-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Charles Krug
,Red,Spain,"Here's a good Tempranillo from a prime growing zone within the sprawling La Mancha region. The wine displays serious fruit quality as the black cherry and dark plum flavors kick it out. On the palate, the balance is right where you want it. For a joven that sees only six months in oak, it has the right amount of chocolaty framing. Not an overcropped mass-market wine; only 4,000 cases were made. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",,10,86,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Mano A Mano 2004 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mano-a-mano-2004-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2004,Mano A Mano
,White,Italy,"Here's an innovative Old World take on the Australian model. Sicily's Fazio Wines – run by brothers Girolamo and Vincenzo - has cooked up snazzy packaging for a Catarratto (an indigenous grape) and Chardonnay blend that definitely delivers the goods. Fresh cut grass, honey, citrus and exotic fruit with moderate acidity and good structure are perfect for everyday drinking. Thanks to its affordable price, buy this wine by the case.",,11,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Capo Soprano 2004 White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazio-2004-capo-soprano-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2004,Capo Soprano
13.5,White,Chile,"A moderately successful attempt at a serious, natural-yeast wine. The nose deals a full veneer of toast and popcorn along with baked apple and ripe melon. Flavors of dried apricot, apple and corn are solid, leading to a long, rich finish. Plenty of body but not much acid. Soft and seemingly on the fade. Imported by Vintus.",Wild Ferment,19,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2002 Wild Ferment Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2002-wild-ferment-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Errazuriz
,White,South Africa,"A totally dry Chenin, and as a consequence great with food, this wine comes from the cool-climate Elgin region close to the ocean. The acidity is great, and the only thing that spoils this wine initially is a touch of sulfur, but it blows away after some time in the glass. Imported by Boutique Wine Collection.",,15,86,Walker Bay,,,Wildekrans 2005 Chenin Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildekrans-2005-chenin-blanc-walker-bay/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Wildekrans
13,White,Australia,"“Unoaked” oftentimes means “light-bodied,” but this Chard's no lightweight. It's actually pretty sizeable, all things considered, with red apple and white stone fruit flavors, and a dry mouthfeel. Its tangy, zippy finish makes the wine. 250 cases produced.",Unoaked,11,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,The Wishing Tree 2004 Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wishing-tree-2004-unoaked-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2004,The Wishing Tree
,White,US,"Intensely dry in acids and sour lemonpeel flavors, this wine is for the fierce of heart. There's nothing like it in all of California. Shellfish is an obvious pairing, particularly raw oysters.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ca' del Solo 2004 Albariño (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2004-albarino-central-coast-monterey-county/,Albariño,2004,Ca' del Solo
12.5,White,France,,,21,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2002  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2002-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2002,Patriarche Père et Fils
14.5,Red,Chile,"A lot of mocha and carob on the nose, but also slightly damp and woody. The palate is both sweet and spicy, and the feel is flush if not exactly lush. Licorice and vanilla, both wood-driven, define the finish. Imported by Vintus.",Max Reserva,19,85,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2003 Max Reserva Shiraz (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2003-max-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-aconcagua-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Errazuriz
14,Red,Australia,"Shows some roasted fruit character, with predominantly earthy flavors and notes of cooked meat, coffee, cinnamon and brown sugar. Low acidity and decent concentration give it a fat mouthfeel.",Winemaker's Selection,12,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Stonehaven 2003 Winemaker's Selection Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-2003-winemakers-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2003,Stonehaven
,White,US,"Bone dry and crisp, with some of that raw, feline character, this white is complexed with notes of citrus fruits and just-ripe figs. This pretty cocktail-style wine turns super-spicy on the finish.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Château Souverain
14,Red,Chile,"A bit rubbery and green, but still more solid than problematic. The red fruit on the palate is spunky, as it's driven by firm, grabby tannins and a lot of acid. Finishes with some buttery wood notes, but it weighs in more racy than heavy. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Apaltagua
14,Red,Chile,"Give this wine as much airing time as possible, because she starts out with pickled, rustic Carmenère aromas that haven't been softened by oak or anything else. Oxygen tames the funk and allows cherry and plum flavors to emerge. As for mouthfeel, it's clearly the wine's calling card: the palate is racy but smooth, with proper tannins and lively acidity.",Santa Digna Reserva,16,85,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2003 Santa Digna Reserva Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2003-santa-digna-reserva-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Miguel Torres
13.5,White,US,"This is a very hands-on winemaker wine. It's strong in lees and oak, and feels a bit manipulated. The underlying wine seems very cool-climate, suggesting green apples and cinnamon-laced coffee, with tart acids.",,19,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2003 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2003,Clos La Chance
14.5,Red,Chile,"Seems a touch weedy at first, without much fruit. But that's more a reflection of the wine's age than any inherent underripeness. Still, it's starting to fade, and quickly. There's not a lot of zest left, and the finish seems chocolaty and syrupy. Was better a couple of years ago; now it's on the slide.",,42,85,Maipo Valley,,,Domus Aurea 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-aurea-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Domus Aurea
,Sparkling,US,"This is one of the Ste. Michelle Estates brands, and the only producer of inexpensive sparkling wines in the region. They make four at the $12 price point:  a Blanc de Blancs, a Brut, a Blanc de Noirs and an Extra Dry. All are non-vintage and 100% méthode Champenoise. The Blanc de Noirs is consistently the best of the lineup; some of the others can be excessively foamy and a bit chalky through the finish. But the Blanc de Noirs is a pretty, pale copper; lightly Pinot-scented, and a good quaffer that really works well with turkey.",Blanc de Noirs,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Blanc de Noirs Pinot Noir (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-blanc-de-noirs-pinot-noir-columbia-valley-wa-50627/,Pinot Noir,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Very dry, with finely ground tannins framing delicate flavors of berries and herbs, this Zin is made in a lighter, easier style.",Bernier's,22,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,David Coffaro 2003 Bernier's Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-coffaro-2003-berniers-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,David Coffaro
,White,US,"Everybody likes ripe tropical fruit, toasty oak, Asian spices, a buttercreamy texture and a long, fruity finish in their Chards, and this one gives it all, in an everyday, friendly sort of way.",,13,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2003 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2003-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"Lots of oak on this ripe wine, and it's new and well-charred, to judge from the aroma. The oak theme reprises in the mouth, where it's joined by blackberries and cherries. Overall impression is of a well-made wine, but an oaky one.",Family Reserve,36,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2002 Family Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2002-family-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Charles Krug
11.5,White,Spain,"Dry and clean, with apple and tarragon on the nose. The palate deals crisp green apple and nectarine, with a hint of butterscotch and corn. Finishes crisp and generally fresh, with touches of butter and citrus rind. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Faustino V Blanco Seco,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 2003 Faustino V Blanco Seco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-2003-v-blanco-seco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2003,Bodegas Faustino
15,Red,Italy,"Dry and maturing, with aromatic notes of tea, toast, cherry and earth. Not a ton of complexity or layering here. Instead it's straightforward and lean, with a hint of saline to the finish.",,90,85,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bertani 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Bertani
,White,US,"Classic coastal-style Sauvignon, bright and crisp in acids, yet very ripe and rich in fruit. The figs, melons, sweet white peaches and pink grapefruit flavors are easy and delicious.",,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Markham
,Red,US,"Made in a riper, sweeter style than others, with a roasted fruit character suggesting grilled cherries. The texture is smooth, soft and supple.",Old Vines Old Clones,25,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 2003 Old Vines Old Clones Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-2003-old-vines-old-clones-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Preston
,Red,Chile,"Earth, leather and bell-pepper aromas tangle with some fresher cherry and berry notes. Juicy and full in the mouth, with a red-fruit core followed by chocolate and mint on the finish. Good texture, but overall it's a touch green and medicinal. Imported by Select Fine Wine.",Armador,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Armador Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-armador-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Odfjell
13,Red,France,"After the complex, varietally true bouquet of smoked meat, plum and herbal-floral notes, this wine doesn't deliver quite the same wealth of flavor. Lean and high in acidity, it finishes with tea-like tannins. Pretty on the nose, but lacks charm on the palate. Imported by Low Country Imports.",Cumulus,17,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Abbotts 2000 Cumulus Syrah (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-2000-cumulus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-minervois/,Syrah,2000,Abbotts
14,Red,Chile,"Straight-ahead in style, with red cherry on the nose along with some saucy, marinated aromas. Runs a bit lemony and lean on the palate, but at the surface level it's solid. Peppery and upright on the finish, with a little bitterness. For the most part, it's spicy and right. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2003 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2003-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Apaltagua
,Red,US,"Martin Ray's second label is proving to be a good value. This Zin is exuberantly ripe in black cherry fruit, with a rich earthiness. It's a bit sharp, but that will actually help to stand up to olive oil, cheese, butter and meats.",,10,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Angeline 2002 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2002-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Angeline
,White,South Africa,"While the aromas of this wine showed a slight reductive character, on the palate it is much better—dry, full but also crisp with excellent acidity. The finish is soft and creamy. Imported by J & J Importers (Wines of Distinction).",,,85,Stellenbosch,,,Fort Simon 2004 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-simon-2004-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Fort Simon
,White,US,"Here's a Gewürz that should be easy to identify blind. It's richly aromatic in honeysuckle, lime, cinnamon and spice flavors, with a smoky edge, and drinks fruity and slightly sweet. Good acidity keeps it clean and sharp.",,11,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Firestone 2004 Gewürztraminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2004-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Firestone
,Rose,US,"Here's a light-bodied, silky rosé, with herb, tobacco and cherry flavors and good, cleansing acidity. It seems a little sweet, but that may be due to the fruity, vanilla-y finish.",Rosato di Sangiovese,10,85,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2004 Rosato di Sangiovese Rosé (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2004-rosato-sangiovese-rose-sonoma-green-valley/,Rosé,2004,Iron Horse
,White,France,"With its simple, earthy fruit, this is an easy- drinking wine, which is certainly ready now. The citric flavors make it refreshing, but it does not have —nor should it have—complexity. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",,20,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2003 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2003-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Hugel
13,White,France,"Made in a relatively soft, friendly style, this wine starts off floral and citrusy, then turns honeyed and apple-y in the mouth. Plump and low acid, it's an easy introduction to Alsace's Riesling. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Reserve,16,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2004 Reserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2004-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Lucien Albrecht
,Red,US,"So what do you get for ten bucks? A pretty nice Pinot. It's silky and dry, with rich red cherry, raspberry, vanilla, cinnamon and toast flavors, and a long, spicy finish.",,10,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Leaping Lizard 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-lizard-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Leaping Lizard
13.5,Red,Australia,"There's some juicy cassis fruit here, accented by hints of chocolate, but also some green, herbal notes. Pleasant, easy-drinking wine, but a touch too green to rate higher.",Winemaker's Selection,12,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Stonehaven 2003 Winemaker's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-2003-winemakers-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Stonehaven
,White,US,"Although this dry, Musque-clone wine will go with just about anything, try it with a smoky, honey-baked ham sandwich on a lightly toasted sourdough baguette, slathered with Dijon mustard and garlicky mayo, and layered with sliced fresh tomato, butter lettuce, roasted red pepper and crumbly chevre. My goodness, pure heaven.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Robert Hall
,Red,US,"Briary and medium-weight, with a hint of vinyl on the nose as well. The blackberry and raisin fruit gives the impression of warmth, then thins out and turns a bit tart and cranberryish on the finish.",Old Vines,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 2002 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2002-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,St. Francis
,Red,Spain,"Half of the wine here was fermented in barrel, and that yields buttercup and vanilla aromas along with lighter peach and melon notes. The flavor profile, however, is more lemony crisp. With a Gaudi-inspired label, this is a wine aimed at younger wine consumers.",Nerola Xarello-Garnacha,18,85,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2003 Nerola Xarello-Garnacha Red (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2003-nerola-xarello-garnacha-red-catalunya/,Red Blend,2003,Torres
13.5,Red,France,"Light and quaffable, with bright cherry and herb flavors that slide down easily. Finishes with flavors reminiscent of berry zinger tea, with underpinnings of chocolate. Try with picnic fare. Imported by Les Grands Chais de France Americas.",,9,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Francois Fouche 2003 Grenache-Syrah (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-fouche-2003-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-cotes-villages/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Francois Fouche
13.5,Red,France,"No doubt the sun-drenched 2003 vintage propelled this wine to reach greater heights than usual, with baked fruit scents accented by dried herbs and richer chocolate notes. Often a bit rustic and underripe, this wine is silky smooth and easy to drink this year, making it a solid value. Imported by Bercut-Vandervoort & Co.",Tradition,10,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Cellier des Dauphins 2003 Tradition Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cellier-dauphins-2003-tradition-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Cellier des Dauphins
,Red,US,"This wine challenged me. At first it seemed underripe, then a wave of gooey melted chocolate and cherry preserves popped up. It also tastes sweet, which winemaker Heidi Barrett attributes to, not residual sugar, but high alcohol.",,30,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Showket 2002 Sangiovese (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/showket-2002-sangiovese-napa-oakville/,Sangiovese,2002,Showket
13.8,White,US,"Good melon, apple and vanilla aromas precede honey, vanilla and spice flavors. It's sweet, ripe and easy to drink, with touches of wood and marshmallow. Where this concept wine scores best is on the tongue: It has generous acidity and enough body to ensure balance.",Blonde,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Perfect 10 2003 Blonde Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perfect-10-2003-blonde-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2003,Perfect 10
13,White,Chile,"A little sweet to the nose but overall it's more crisp and minerally than fruity. Green apple and lemon-lime are the key flavor components, while the finish is light and crisp, with melon and citrus. Good basic white wine; nothing out of place. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,12,85,Limarí Valley,,,Peñalolen 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2004-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Peñalolen
13,Red,France,"A simple, fruit-driven Syrah aimed squarely at the middle of the market, this wine's plum and black cherry flavors finish clean and fresh. It's a solid effort at an everyday price. Imported by Les Grands Chais de France Americas.",Que Serah Sirah,11,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Paul Mas 2003 Que Serah Sirah Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-mas-2003-que-serah-sirah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2003,Paul Mas
,White,US,"At this price, fans of Viognier's exotic side will stock up by the case. Shows an array of tropical fruit, wildflower and spice flavors that finish in a crisp, honeyed aftertaste. Drink very cold.",,10,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cline 2004 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2004-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2004,Cline
,Red,US,"Although it's a bit one-dimensional, this is textbook Pinot Noir. It's lightly silky and delicate in the mouth, and dry, with crisp acids carrying flavors of cherries, cola and spice.",Russian River Selection,34,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Russian River Selection Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-russian-river-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Gary Farrell
14,White,Argentina,"Gold in color, with full, ripe and generally pleasant aromas. Chewy and round in the mouth, with apple and citrus flavors. Vanilla and pepper notes work the finish, which also offers touches of smoke and toast. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",Reserva,12,85,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2004 Reserva Chardonnay (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2004-reserva-chardonnay-san-juan/,Chardonnay,2004,Finca Las Moras
13,Red,Argentina,"Broad and clean, with solid berry and cherry aromas along with some citrus zest. The palate offers bright berry flavors, while the finish is full, leathery and tight. Commendable for its forward fruit and quality mouthfeel. A good introduction to Bonarda. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,8,85,Other,San Juan,,Finca Las Moras 2004 Bonarda (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-moras-2004-other-red-bonarda-san-juan/,Bonarda,2004,Finca Las Moras
,White,France,,Vieilles Vignes,18,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Labouré-Roi 2003 Vieilles Vignes  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2003-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,Labouré-Roi
14,White,Chile,"Crisp and refreshing, with little to no oak character. By no means is it overpowering, but instead it features light citrus and flower aromas followed by apple, fresh scallion and spice. A touch tangy, but smooth enough. Zesty. Imported by Viña la Rosa USA.",La Capitana,15,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2004 La Capitana Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2004-capitana-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Viña La Rosa
13,Red,Chile,"Dry red fruit along with coffee and toast create a nice nose. And while hopes run high before you get to the palate, what lies ahead is mostly lemony oak and tannic black fruit. Finishes extremely hard, with spiky, piercing tannins. Multiple U.S. importers.",Gran Bosque Family Reserve,35,85,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2002 Gran Bosque Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2002-gran-family-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Viña Casas del Bosque
,White,US,"This very dry wine is earthy, with a dusty, tannic flavor of hazelnut skin and a slight bitterness, but it rewards with deeper tastes of white peach, and a rich overlay of oak.",Reserve,30,85,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Rodney Strong 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2003-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2003,Rodney Strong
13,Red,Australia,"Plots the course of many more expensive European renditions: Stable meets plum and cherry on the nose, with the same red fruit taking a tart, sour-cherry turn on the palate. That tartness is not a bad thing. Soft in the mouth, with lemony oak on the finish.",Lost Block,14,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tyrrell's 2003 Lost Block Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2003-lost-block-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2003,Tyrrell's
,White,South Africa,An apple-and cream-flavored wine; soft and easy with some crisp apple flavors. It's a great apéritif style. Imported by Cape Fantasies.,Lifestyle,,85,Western Cape,,,Simonsvlei 2005 Lifestyle Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsvlei-2005-lifestyle-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Simonsvlei
,Red,US,"You sure can taste the sunny, fruity extract in this wine. It's massive in black cherry liqueur, cassis and mocha-choca flavors. It's also very soft, with a long, almost sweet finish.",Sandy Lane Vineyard,29,85,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,XYZin 2002 Sandy Lane Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xyzin-2002-sandy-lane-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2002,XYZin
14,Red,South Africa,"Starts with some rather baked fruit aromas, but quickly settles down to deliver balanced plum and cherry fruit on a medium-bodied frame. Dry and slightly peppery on the finish. Imported by Hemingway and Hale.",,7,85,Western Cape,,,Gôiya 2004 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goiya-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Gôiya
,Red,US,"There is excessive softness here. This wine is properly dry, with smooth, complex tannins and a nice balance of berry, herb and oak flavors, but it collapses in the mouth, and doesn't seem to have the stuff to age.",Hudson Vineyard,45,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Havens 2001 Hudson Vineyard Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/havens-2001-hudson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2001,Havens
,Rose,France,"Comes out of the chute a little stinky and reductive, so give it a good decanting before serving. Once it comes around, the flavors are bold and fresh: watermelon and strawberry held together by a crisp, citrusy backbone. Imported by Vranken America.",,10,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Réal Martin 2004 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-real-martin-2004-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Château Réal Martin
,Red,US,"With 15% alcohol, this wine's hot, with a prickly, peppery finish. But that's part of its personality, which also includes plummy, black cherry and coffee flavors. It's very dry, and should be good with beef grilled as the sun goes down.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2003 Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2003-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2003,Eberle
14.5,Rose,US,"Opens with an inviting aroma of raspberry purée, white pepper and cocoa powder, then turns very fruity and crisp in the mouth. It's definitely on the sweetish side, but that nice acidity provides balance.",Chamisal Vineyards Rosé of,24,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2004 Chamisal Vineyards Rosé of Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2004-chamisal-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2004,Domaine Alfred
,White,US,"Seems a bit overwrought, with too much oak framing too little fruit. But it's a pleasant, dry wine, with citrus and buttercream flavors and enough acidity for balance.",Alluvium Blanc,16,85,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2003 Alluvium Blanc Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2003-alluvium-blanc-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2003,Beringer
12.5,White,France,"A plump, medium-bodied Chardonnay with a trace of custardiness to its texture, this wine speaks of its origins, marrying ripe pear fruit with toasted nuts and mineral notes. Finishes clean and minerally, a good value in white Burgundy.",Bourgogne,11,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre 2003 Bourgogne  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-sauvestre-2003-bourgogne-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre
,Red,US,"This brawling, tannic red might have come from Uncle Luigi's basement. It's mainly Syrah, with Petite Sirah, Zin, Carignane and at least six other varieties, and will love anything slathered in marinara sauce.",Big House Red,10,85,California,California Other,California,Ca' del Solo 2003 Big House Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-del-solo-2003-big-house-red-red-california-46771/,Red Blend,2003,Ca' del Solo
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Apart from a slight hint of volatility, this wine has much to commend it: good fruit, dense tannins and some elegance. Maybe the volatility will blow away as it develops.",Vintage,,85,Port,,,Burmester 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burmester-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Burmester
13,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of jammy fruit mix with smoky bacon, and the whole is inviting. The palate maintains a soft, simple character, while the finish pours on toasty oak notes. Quite meaty and chewy, without much overt acidity. Imported by Hand Picked Selections.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,,,Alfredo Roca 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfredo-roca-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-san-rafael/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Alfredo Roca
13.5,White,Argentina,"Lean smelling, with apple, beeswax and a spot of iodine on the nose. Flavors of melon, apple and pepper are forward and real if a bit oak-driven. Weighty throughout. Imported by Billington Imports.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Alamos
,Red,US,"Properly made in every respect, this Cab shows its warm origins in the raisiny flavors that accompany the blackberries, cherries and oak. That slightly baked edge could actually make it a good match with a smoky barbecue sauce.",Vineyard Select,25,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2002 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2002-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Brutocao
,White,US,"Nicely drinkable for its firm acids, steely backbone, and fig and grapefruit flavors sweetened with a touch ofoak. Try with seared halibut with a fruity salsa topping.",,12,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2003-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Husch
14,Red,Argentina,"Fresh-cut oak sits front and center, and behind it there's textbook plum and berry fruit. Racy and tannic, but solid and fruity. Almost exactly as expected, although a bit thin as it gets more air. Imported by Epic Wines.",Reserva,17,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altocedro 2001 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2001-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Altocedro
14,White,Austria,"Starts off with hints of honey and ripe melony scents, then adds toast and caramel accents to the melon and citrus fruit on the palate. Medium-bodied and balanced, with just a hint of burnt toast on the finish. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Oxhoft,18,85,Burgenland,,,Braunstein 2002 Oxhoft Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braunstein-2002-oxhoft-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2002,Braunstein
13.4,Red,Argentina,"Fairly attractive on the nose, with licorice, tobacco and black fruit. Based on that, you're encouraged; but the palate fails to go beyond the solid and simple. Black-fruit flavors along with coffee and chocolate score points, while the short, buttery finish gives them back. Imported by Epic Wines.",,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Zolo
,White,South Africa,"There's just too much wood with this wine. It dominates the ripe fruit, leaving high toast flavors and spice. This is a wine for lovers of heavily oaked wines, but not for lovers of Chenin Blanc. Imported by Fairest Cape Beverage Co., Inc.",Cellar Door,24,85,Stellenbosch,,,Villiera 2004 Cellar Door Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villiera-2004-cellar-door-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Villiera
13.5,White,Argentina,"Chunky and forward, with nectarine and pineapple flavors. Zesty and fairly intense, with a simple, forward finish. Fruity for sure, with balance and an easy personality. Imported by The San Francisco Wine Exchange.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Portillo 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Finca El Portillo
,Rose,US,"This rosé is an easy-drinking bottling that has enough fruity complexity and bright acidity to recommend it. A blend of Merlot, Syrah and Gewürztraminer, it's a creamy melange of raspberries, cinnamon, rose petal and tobacco, and very dry.",Ménage à Trois,12,85,California,California Other,California,Folie à Deux 2004 Ménage à Trois Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-2004-menage-trois-rose-other/,Rosé,2004,Folie à Deux
13,Red,Argentina,"An organic entry into the crowded Mendocino Malbec category. Fleshy and fruity, with a hint of barnyard and leather on the nose. Fairly bright on the palate, with cherry, plum and vanilla flavors. Shows grip and body on the finish. Not spectacular but solid in a pedestrian way. Imported by Winery Exchange.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Flourish 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flourish-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Flourish
,Red,US,"From one of the highest vineyards in Sonoma County, this is a tannic wine, although the tannins, in the modern style, are soft and intricate. It's oaky, soft and quite extracted, with a black currant syrup mouthfeel.",Bismark Mountain Vineyard,61,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanna 2001 Bismark Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2001-bismark-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Hanna
,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc certainly is grassy. It's also intensely feline. Acidity, as you might expect, is high, and the finish is dry. This stylish wine will have its fans.",Redwood Ranch,24,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 2004 Redwood Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2004-redwood-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Gary Farrell
,Red,US,"It's easy drinking with this silky, delicate Pinot, with its flavors of rhubarb, beet, cola and cherry, and cinnamon-spice finish. This dry wine is probably at its best now.",,32,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hawley 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Hawley
13,White,Austria,Scents of honey and underripe melon are bolstered by sturdy pear and citrus flavors. Finishes clean and citrusy; refreshing. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.,,15,85,Burgenland,,,Hans Igler 2003 Pinot Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-igler-2003-pinot-blanc-burgenland/,Pinot Blanc,2003,Hans Igler
,Red,US,"A bit rough, but once you factor the price in, this is a decent buy. The balanced ripe blackberry flavors will elevate a hamburger.",,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quail Ridge 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-ridge-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Quail Ridge
14,Red,France,"Impressively sized and full-bodied, but doesn't show the flesh or richness needed to rate higher. Roasted fruit, leather and chocolate flavors finish on a slightly alcoholic note. Hold 2–3 years and hope it comes around. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",L'Andéol Rasteau,23,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Perrin & Fils 2003 L'Andéol Rasteau Grenache-Syrah (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2003-landeol-rasteau-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-cotes-villages/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Perrin & Fils
,Red,US,"This is a dark, toasted, roasted and tannic effort that clearly reflects the heat of the 2003 vintage in the Willamette Valley. Oaky and astringent, it is not for admirers of a silky, seductive style of elegant Pinot Noir, but will certainly speak to those who want some brawn in their reds, whatever the grape. Let it breathe.",Winemaker's Cuvée,20,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2003 Winemaker's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2003-winemakers-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Panther Creek
,Red,US,"Straightforward, cool-climate Pinot, extracted and jammy in black cherries, cola and mocha, and fairly heavy on the wood. Also has good acidity and a silky, though fairly full-bodied, texture.",Jasper,25,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Oriel 2003 Jasper Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2003-jasper-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Oriel
12.5,White,Austria,"Pungent and a bit tropical on the nose; a bit Sauvignon in character. Passion fruit flavors flow easily across the midweight palate, finishing tart but not that crisp. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Hagelsberg,16,85,Carnuntum,,,Pitnauer 2004 Hagelsberg Grüner Veltliner (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pitnauer-2004-hagelsberg-gruner-veltliner-carnuntum/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Pitnauer
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dry, ripe wine with some firm tannins. Flavors of raisins and dry figs lead to a dry finish. At this stage in its development, the spirits element dominates.",Vintage,,85,Port,,,Quinta Vale Dona Maria 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-dona-maria-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta Vale Dona Maria
13.5,Red,Chile,"Nice and full on the nose, with a bit of subtle oak that yields smoke, bacon, coffee and mocha aromas. Red plum and sweet berry fruit lead to a smooth finish. Good and in proportion, if a touch raw and woody. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Casillero del Diablo,9,85,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Casillero del Diablo Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-casillero-diablo-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2004,Concha y Toro
12.5,Red,France,,Grand Cru,29,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trimoulet 2001 Grand Cru  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trimoulet-2001-grand-cru-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Château Trimoulet
12.5,Red,France,"This supple, tender Savigny is ready to drink. Starts with slightly horsey, leather and spice notes, then adds crisp cherry flavors to the mix before finishing tart and tangy.",Savigny Les Beaune,20,85,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre 2002 Savigny Les Beaune  (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-sauvestre-2002-savigny-beaune-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2002,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre
13,Rose,US,"Here's an easy, Rhône-style blush wine that's dry enough to have with a bouillabaisse-type dish, or grilled sausages and veggies. It has polished strawberry, cherry and pepper flavors, boosted by bright acids.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2004 Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2004,Clos La Chance
13,Red,Australia,value case,dB Selection,8,85,Australia Other,Big Rivers,,De Bortoli 2003 dB Selection Petite Sirah (Big Rivers),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2003-db-selection-petite-sirah-big-rivers/,Petite Sirah,2003,De Bortoli
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A soft, floral style of wine, with attractive sweetness. Its tannins are subdued by the sweet fruit. Imported by Kobrand.",Vintage,72,85,Port,,,Croft 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croft-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Croft
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Good color and condensed, with a lot of tar and rubber. In the mouth, there's brightness as well as flavors of cherry and raspberry. Finishes creamy, with a shot of coconut. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1492,Cristobal 1492
,Red,US,"There's a good Cab in here, but it's surrounded by overripe raisined fruit that makes the wine drink hot. There's no quibbling with the deliciousness factor, though.",Bates Creek Vineyard,30,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Coyote 2002 Bates Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-coyote-2002-bates-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Black Coyote
,Red,US,"This affordable Merlot shows lots of upfront fruit. It's packed with ripe cherries and blackberries, with chocolaty notes, but it's dry and balanced. The finish is soft and polished.",,8,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Talus 2003 Merlot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-2003-merlot-central-valley-lodi/,Merlot,2003,Talus
,Red,Spain,"“Oaky” is the first word that comes to mind, as the bouquet is full of cinnamon and cedar shavings. The mouth deals clove and vanilla notes along with meaty, somewhat dense fruit that doesn't really rise above first impressions. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",,10,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2003-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-navarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2003,Vega Sindoa
,Red,US,"A bit earthy, with herb, cherry and spice flavors, this Pinot is dry, with gentle tannins and crisp acids. The fruity finish is very pretty.",,20,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Valley of the Moon 2003 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2003-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2003,Valley of the Moon
13.5,Red,Chile,"It's a challenge finding good value-priced Cabernet from anywhere, but this fruit-driven, clean version from one of Chile's old-guard wineries is tasty and ripe, without a hint of green or funk. The profile is one of simplicity and red-fruit flavor. A touch of vanilla and a mouthfeel that's soft as a pillow ensure its rightful place in any mix-and-match value case.",Colección Especial,7,85,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2003 Colección Especial Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2003-coleccion-especial-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Santa Carolina
14,Red,Chile,"Red fruit and milk chocolate aromas do battle with green pepper, and while there's no clear winner, each makes its mark. The fruit seems solid and healthy, with the palate showing good tannins and acidity. But those bell pepper aromas and flavors are heavy and refuse to cease. Imported by Canandaigua Wine Co.",VSC,35,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2001 VSC Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2001-vsc-red-maipo-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Santa Carolina
13.5,Red,France,"A supple, medium-bodied, some might say “international-style” wine, with vanilla, toasty oak and ripe cherries all coming together in an easy-drinking whole. Drink  now. Imported by Click Wine Group.",Fat Bastard Grand Reserve,20,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Thierry & Guy 2000 Fat Bastard Grand Reserve Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thierry-guy-2000-fat-bastard-grand-reserve-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Thierry & Guy
,White,US,"Even the regular St. Francis Chard is all barrel-fermented and frequently stirred, adding layers of textureto the pineapple and citrus fruit. Enough young oak is used to impart smoke, vanilla and marshmallow notes.",,12,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2003 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,St. Francis
13,White,France,,Clos de la Vieille Eglise,55,85,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Jean-Louis Trocard 2001 Clos de la Vieille Eglise  (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-louis-trocard-2001-clos-vieille-eglise-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-pomerol/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Jean-Louis Trocard
13,White,Spain,"Some wax on the nose along with a touch of pollen; less than fruity. The wine remains on the sharp, tangy side in the mouth, where lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors are predominant. Crisp on the finish, what some might call short and tart. Imported by Classical Wines.",,23,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lusco 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lusco-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Lusco
,Red,US,"This is a challenging wine. It has much to like, namely the forward cherry fruit, elaborate oak and silky texture. On the other hand, the wine lacks vibrant acidity, and has a simple, syrupy finish. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,52,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2002 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2002-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Goldeneye
13.5,Red,Chile,"From a difficult vintage, this is an admirable effort that just can't stand up to those surrounding it. Chocolate and green tobacco aromas and flavors, a more angular mouthfeel and tougher, more rustic finish add up to fewer points on our scorecards.",Cabo de Hornos,35,85,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2000 Cabo de Hornos Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2000-cabo-hornos-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,San Pedro
,White,Chile,"Sweaty on the nose, with pickle and wax bean along with peach and melon. The palate has some kick, and that supports the citrus and apple flavors. Not a lot of acid, so it feels a bit oily and rich. Probably best to drink as soon as possible; it's not made for the long haul.",Secreto,12,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Secreto Viognier (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-secreto-viognier-colchagua-valley/,Viognier,2003,Viu Manent
13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit rubbery at first, but then it picks up steam and clarity. Raspberry, cherry and earth flavors are good, as is the light finish that shows touches of citrus and vanilla. Nothing special but absolutely nothing to take issue with. Imported by Visentin Wine & Spirits, LLC.",Reserva,11,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Sardasol 2000 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sardasol-2000-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Viña Sardasol
,Red,US,"Marked by strong, drying tannins, this wine has blackberry, herb and tobacco flavors and citrusy acids. Between the tannins and the acids, it's a tough, astringent Cab. Might benefit from a year or two of aging.",Estates,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2002 Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2002-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Raymond
12.5,White,Austria,"A bit fat, but still varietally correct, with aromas and flavors of celery leaf and white pepper. Subtle hints of stone fruits round out the midpalate. Imported by Vin Divino.",Wachauer Trocken,17,85,Wachau,,,Rainer Wess 2003 Wachauer Trocken Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainer-wess-2003-wachauer-trocken-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Rainer Wess
12.5,White,Chile,"Very much as expected, with some sweet and snappy aromas followed by a full palate graced by orange and tangerine flavors. Citrus is the dominant force here, and there's texture to support it. Surely good with appetizers. Imported by Artemis.",,8,85,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Terra Andina
,Red,US,"In making a lateral move to Pinot Noir, Mitch Cosentino brings a Napa Cabernet sensibility to this variety. This is a big, dark, extracted Pinot, an attractive wine with its chocolate and blueberry flavors, but rather heavy-handed for a wine that should be elegant and crisp.",,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,M. Cosentino 2002 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2002-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"There's too much oak on this wine. The charry wood and vanilla jumps right out and clubs you. The underlying wine, while pretty, isn't a heavyweight. It's pleasant in cherries, but lacks a middle, which oak can't make up for.",,34,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,M. Cosentino
12,Red,France,,,40,85,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Quest 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quest-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-margaux/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Quest
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Rustic and bulky, but not without its merits. The bouquet begins with sweet maple syrup aromas that set the stage for cassis and black plum flavors. It's a touch stewy and chocolaty, but the earthy tannins manage to add edge and teeth. Imported by Epic Wines.",,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Preludio 2003 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preludio-2003-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2003,Preludio
,White,US,"One of the better values out there right now, this Chard features flavors of juicy yellow peach, green apple and pineapple, with a touch of spicy, vanilla-tinged oak, housed in a soft, creamy texture.",,10,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Leaping Lizard 2003 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-lizard-2003-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Leaping Lizard
13,White,France,"This unusual blend of Chardonnay and Viognier combines apple and pear fruit aromas with scents of honey and crushed stones. Plump and  medium-bodied, with pear and mineral flavors that add a hint of butter on the finish. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Black Sheep,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Le Grand Noir 2004 Black Sheep Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grand-noir-2004-black-sheep-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2004,Le Grand Noir
13.5,White,Argentina,"Apple, wax bean and vanilla carry the nose to a palate of ripe melon and lemon. Shows good weight and balance, with a touch of oily meatiness. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Colección Privada,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2003 Colección Privada Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2003-coleccion-privada-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2003,Navarro Correas
13.5,Red,Chile,"Firm and a bit toasty, with some rubber and dark fruit on the nose. Offers sweet berry fruit and kirsch flavors and manages to stay on form through the finish. Likable and on the money. Imported by Cabernet Corporation.",,8,85,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2004 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2004-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2004,La Playa
,Red,France,"A wine specially blended for importer Hand Picked Selections. It shows delightful easy juicy fruit with ripe flavors and soft tannins. The grapes come from the vineyards of grower Yves Delmas just to the west of Carcassonne. New packaging on this brand, which has been produced since 1989, has a bright yellow label, with a knight on horseback (the Noble of the wine's title) and a screw cap bottle.",,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Noble 2004 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-2004-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2004,La Noble
14,Red,South Africa,"This medium-weight, supple wine stood apart from the other South African Shirazes in its flight for its dark, meaty aromas and flavors. Roast beef-like flavors add coffee and plum notes, then finish crisp. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",,15,85,Stellenbosch,,,Kumkani 2002 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumkani-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2002,Kumkani
13,White,South Africa,"South Africa has emerged as a top source for bargain-priced wines, but remains a bit of a minefield, as many of the less expensive wines continue to exhibit various winemaking faults. Not so this wine, part of the Vincor portfolio. This plump, easy-to-drink Chardonnay boasts oodles of tropical and citrus fruit flavors that finish clean and fresh. It's in the uncomplicated fruit-cocktail style popularized by mass market Australian brands, but remarkably well done. Imported by Vincor USA.",,9,85,Western Cape,,,Kumala 2004 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumala-2004-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2004,Kumala
,White,US,"This offering from Don Sebastiani & Sons shows why Pinot Grigio is so popular. It shows citrus, peach and white pepper flavors, accompanied by crisp acids, and finishes a little sweet. Instantly appealing to the palate, it's got a giveaway price.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2004 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Pepperwood Grove
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Fairly roasted, with touches of brown sugar and burnt caramel on the bouquet. Solid in the mouth, with cherry and plum flavors along with some hard tannins. Finishes clean, with a touch of beet juice and astringency. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",Estate,18,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2003 Estate Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2003-estate-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2003,Finca Sophenia
,White,US,"Here's a pleasant SB, unchallenging with its upfront fig, gooseberry, citrus and melon flavors and crisp acids. Has some pretty levels of spicy complexity in the finish.",Earthquake,12,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Huntington 2004 Earthquake Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2004-earthquake-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Huntington
,Red,US,"Dark, ripe, intense in fruit, and meltingly soft, this wine is a hallmark of the international style. It's fantastically rich in cherry and blackberry fruit, with an amazingly long finish. If it had more structural integrity it would be a blockbuster.",Meritage,20,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2003 Meritage Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2003-meritage-red-central-coast/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Hahn
13,White,Austria,"Round and plump in the mouth, with aromas of celery greens and flavors of white peaches, citrus and herbs. Soft and a bit warming on the finish. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Rohrendorfer Leithen Alte Reben Trocken,20,85,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2004 Rohrendorfer Leithen Alte Reben Trocken Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2004-rohrendorfer-leithen-alte-reben-trocken-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Felsner
13,Red,France,,,14,85,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2004  Fleurie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2004-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2004,Georges Duboeuf
,Red,US,"At six bucks a pop, you can't go wrong with this rich, smooth, dry Cabernet. It shows appealing flavors of blackberries, blueberries, cherries and chocolate fudge, and although it's a little light, that richly satisfying fruit carries the day.",,6,85,California,California Other,California,Fusée 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusee-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Fusée
,White,South Africa,"A floral, fresh wine, very aromatic, with flavors of pears. From the Dashbosch winery in Worcester, this is an attractive, ripe and soft wine, fruity and easy. Imported by Johann Lotz.",,,85,Worcester,,,Dashbosch 2005 Chenin Blanc (Worcester),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashbosch-2005-chenin-blanc-worcester/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Dashbosch
,Rose,US,"Dark for a rose, full-bodied and very dry, with flavors of rosés and blackberry tea. There's a rich, intense finish of berries.",Rosé of,14,85,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,Croze 2004 Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croze-2004-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Croze
14.9,Red,South Africa,"Shows a hint of volatility in its high-toned, mixed-berry and pie crust aromas, then settles down a bit on the palate, where the predominant flavors are of tart cherries and cranberries. Finishes with flourishes of toast and vanilla. Imported by Southern Starz, Inc.",,25,85,Stellenbosch,,,Bilton 2002 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bilton-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2002,Bilton
14.5,Red,South Africa,"If more inexpensive Merlots were as good as this, maybe the category could regain some of its lost cachet. Plum, black currant and chocolate flavors pack enough punch to stand up to such boldly flavored foods as cheeseburgers, spare ribs and barbecued chicken. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Baobab 2004 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baobab-2004-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2004,Baobab
14,White,Chile,"Well oaked and polished, but not overly expressive. The nose offers roast corn, lemon and resin, which sets up a buttery palate that carries melon and papaya flavors. Pretty lengthy and smooth on the finish, with ample persistence. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Reserve,13,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2003-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Carmen
,Red,US,"When you see the price on this wine-in-a-box, you're amazed. How do they make it so ripe, rich and delectable, at this price? Beats me. But it's just delicious in fruity flavor, and puts to shame many Cabs that cost far more.",Bandit 1 Liter,7,86,California,California Other,California,Three Thieves 2002 Bandit 1 Liter Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-thieves-2002-bandit-1-liter-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Three Thieves
12.5,Sparkling,France,"The locals in Limoux say they created the method of secondary fermentation of a wine in bottle even before the guys up in Champagne. Maybe, but this blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Mauzac is deliciously easy and fresh, and cheaper than any Champagne. Flavors of apples and cream dominate a fine celebratory aperitif wine, which comes from the top cooperative of the region.",Toques et Clochers,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Crémant de Limoux,,Sieur d'Arques NV Toques et Clochers Sparkling (Crémant de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sieur-darques-nv-toques-et-clochers-sparkling-cremant-de-limoux-48760/,Sparkling Blend,,Sieur d'Arques
13,Red,France,"Half Merlot, with the balance a blend of 35% Syrah and 15% Grenache, this wine yields slightly baked fruit aromas, then delivers plenty of dried cherry and chocolate flavors. Shows good texture and length on the finish, so this large producer may be on to something special if they could just freshen up the aromatics. Imported by Sieur d'Arques Wines.",Toques et Clochers Merlot-Syrah-Grenache,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Limoux,,Sieur d'Arques 2003 Toques et Clochers Merlot-Syrah-Grenache Red (Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sieur-darques-2003-toques-clochers-merlot-syrah-grenache-red-limoux/,Red Blend,2003,Sieur d'Arques
14.5,Red,Chile,"A true purple haze, with big, sort of clumsy aromas of blackberry and marzipan. Call it size over precision. The palate is sweet and borderline sugary, but there's just enough acid to balance it off. Chocolate and tannin carry the finish.",Secreto,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Secreto Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-secreto-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2004,Viu Manent
13.5,Red,Chile,"It's hard to take issue with this bargain-priced Cabernet; the nose is mildly oaky, with plenty of fruit and coffee scents. The mouth is equally fruity, with creamy chocolate as the prime accent. Plenty here for less than 10 bucks. Imported by Viña La Rosa USA.",La Palma,7,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2004 La Palma Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2004-palma-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Viña La Rosa
,Red,US,"A year or two might benefit this very dry wine. It's crisply acidic and earthy, with flavors of sweet tobacco, espresso, bitter cherry and fresh sage. Made in a lighter-bodied style, it's a versatile, elegant food wine.",,45,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Reynolds 2003 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-2003-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Reynolds
14,Red,Chile,"The nose deals a nice blast of smoky leather and pepper, with briary fruit resting below. Somewhat herbal and peppery on the palate, with dark shadings of coffee made only more potent by firm tannins. Not the softest wine, but powerful.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,11,86,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2003 Castillo de Molina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2003-castillo-molina-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,San Pedro
13,White,Chile,"Warm and a bit oaky, with aromas of vanilla and baked bread along with more standard apple and pear. Falls on the leesy side of the fence, with creamy, toasty flavors of butter, baked pear and cream. From Santa Julia. Imported by Vias Imports.",Sabrina Reserve,11,86,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2004 Sabrina Reserve Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2004-sabrina-reserve-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,San Nicolas
,Red,US,"You'll find a chewiness to this wine from tannins, but sweet fruit, low acidity and oak soften it to gentility. Has the feel of a fine Cabernet, with Zin's distinctive spicy, feral quality. If it were more intense, it would be an excellent wine.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rancho Zabaco 2002 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2002-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Rancho Zabaco
,Red,US,"Even though this Zin has raisiny flavors that show some of the berries were too ripe, they're merely a seasoning to what is otherwise a yummy wine. It's soft in acids and tannins, with a cocoa finish.",Home Ranch,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nadeau Family Vintners 2002 Home Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nadeau-family-vintners-2002-home-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2002,Nadeau Family Vintners
13,White,France,"A bit toasty and obviously woody, but underneath is adequate apple and melon fruit to support the oaking. The buttered popcorn notes are disconcertingly New World-ish, delivering broad, mouthfilling flavors that nevertheless finish clean and fresh.",,30,86,Burgundy,Rully,,Paul Jacqueson 2003  Rully,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jacqueson-2003-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2003,Paul Jacqueson
13,Red,France,,,32,86,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Nicolas Potel 2003  Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2003-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2003,Nicolas Potel
,White,US,"Started in the early 1980s by veteran winemaker Chuck Ortman, Meridian hit the bittime after it was bought by Beringer, when it became a dependably value-oriented winery. This Chard benefits from Beringer's extensive vineyard acreage in the county. Winemaker Signe Zoller chose lots that combine balance and complexity with lush pineapple, peach, tangerine and honeysuckle flavors, set in a creamy texture.",,10,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 2003 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Meridian
13,White,Australia,"A 50-50 blend, with aromas and flavors of green pea, mineral and citrus. It's a fresh, crisp wine, but don't let the Sauvignon component bring visions of puckery, zesty New Zealand editions to mind. Nope. The Sem is an equal partner, adding both heft and a musky, haylike accent. It's nice to see value-priced wines from somewhere other than South Eastern Australia, too.",,11,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Four Emus 2005 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-emus-2005-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-western/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2005,Four Emus
13,White,Austria,"Smells and tastes like a combination of sun-warmed stones and white peaches. It's round and ripe, showing just a touch of alcoholic warmth on the finish. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Gedersdorfer Vordernberg,19,86,Kremstal,,,Felsner 2004 Gedersdorfer Vordernberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsner-2004-gedersdorfer-vordernberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Felsner
,Red,US,"From Duxoup. This is a Chianti-like, single-vineyard wine from the Teldeschi Vineyard, midway up the east side of the valley. It's dry, tart and light-bodied, with flavors of cherries and herbs.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gennaio 2002 Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gennaio-2002-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,2002,Gennaio
13,White,Chile,"The bouquet shows true S.B. aromas, including grapefruit and bitter greens. Properly acidic, so the palate delivers green apple and grapefruit flavors along with fresh veggies. Consistent on the finish, and largely on the mark. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Reserve,12,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2004 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2004-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Carmen
13.5,Red,US,"Dog's House is on a roll with good, affordable wines. This ohne's dry, soft and smooth, with lip-smacking cherry flavors that turn just a little sweet on the finish.",Maxie's Merlot,9,86,California,California Other,California,Dog House 2002 Maxie's Merlot Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dog-house-2002-maxies-merlot-other/,Merlot,2002,Dog House
,Red,US,"This vast vineyard, in the southern Salinas Valley, has proven itself increasingly capable of producing fine wines from most varieties. Now it shows its hand at Merlot. More work is needed, but this wine is ripe, dry and complex, although a little too oaky.",San Bernabe Vineyard Monterey Vine Select,25,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Delicato 2001 San Bernabe Vineyard Monterey Vine Select Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2001-san-bernabe-vineyard-monterey-vine-select-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2001,Delicato
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A ripe, open style of wine, generous and fruity. This is not a Port for the long-term, but for the next 5–10 years it will be a delicious, enjoyable wine.",Vintage,,86,Port,,,Caves Messias 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-messias-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Caves Messias
,Red,US,"This Zin is almost Port, with its hot, high alcohol, chocolate and raisin flavors and creamy-smooth mouthfeel. It's quite delicious, though, a peculiarity of the hot, dry summers that dominate this inland county.",Bridgehead,25,86,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2003 Bridgehead Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2003-bridgehead-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Cline
12.5,White,France,"Drier and crisper than many Gewürzes, with grapefruit and citrus blossom aromatics that flow easily into apple and pear flavors. Clean and citrusy on the finish, picking up hints of chalk dust. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",Cuvee Anne-Laure,11,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Arthur Metz 2003 Cuvee Anne-Laure Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arthur-metz-2003-cuvee-anne-laure-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2003,Arthur Metz
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An attractive, fresh wine from one of the oldest Port companies, founded in 1638. The fruit is ripe and forward; this is a Port that will develop quickly. There are good tannins to round off an attractive wine. Imported by Bayfield Importing Ltd.",Vintage,,86,Port,,,Kopke 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Kopke
,Red,US,"This Merlot is a little overripe, to judge by the raisiny note that shows up in the finish, but the main core of black cherries and cocoa is delicious. The tannins are thick, soft, sweet, ripe and easy.",,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Hall
,White,France,"This simple, very attractive Riesling is a light, delicate wine, with dryness, fine acidity and flavors of grapefruit and green apples. It is fresh, crisp and ready to drink now. Imported by Kermit Lynch.",Tradition,17,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2002 Tradition Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2002-tradition-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2002,Kuentz-Bas
14,Red,Chile,"Firm and tight, with dark aromatic shadings along with mint and fallen leaves. Stays hard and herbal on the palate, but underneath there's solid berry and plum flavors. Opens with airing and gains ground; has merits but requires patience. Imported by Margron Skoglund.",Secreto,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Secreto Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-secreto-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Viu Manent
13,Red,Italy,"Wild sage, myrtle, charred meat, white mushroom, dried figs and ash are elements of a surprisingly complex nose from this Sardinian classic. The tannins are tame and a medium finish tops medium body. Cantina Santadi is a cooperative with some 300 members who have worked together to raise the level of the island's wines thanks to a focus on native grapes such as Carignano.",Grotta Rossa,14,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Carignano del Sulcis,,Cantina Santadi 2003 Grotta Rossa  (Carignano del Sulcis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-santadi-2003-grotta-rossa-carignan-carignano-carignano-sulcis/,Carignano,2003,Cantina Santadi
12.5,White,Italy,"Peach, kiwi, mango, grapefruit and apricot merge with spring flowers and orange blossoms to accent a brilliantly colored wine with crisp tartness and concentrated flavor. It also has a unique consistency that is both  chewy and sticky and promotes a long, polished finish. A wonderful leisurely lunch on the patio wine.",,12,86,Lombardy,Lugana,,Cantina di Custoza 2003  Lugana,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-custoza-2003-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana/,Trebbiano,2003,Cantina di Custoza
,Red,US,"This Cab flirts with overripeness, and just manages to avoid it. Another day or two on the vine, and those currant and chocolate flavors would have been raisins. Winemaker Philippe Melka has lavished considerable oak on it, and it shows in the raw, cedar and ash aroma. Drink now.",Proprietor Grown,80,86,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Marston Family 2002 Proprietor Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marston-family-2002-proprietor-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Marston Family
14,Red,Spain,"Pretty nice for young Syrah grown on the hot plains of Spain. The nose provides more than adequate plum, blackberry and bacon, and the palate is definitely lively, with black cherry and raspberry flavors. A ripe wine with chocolate and balance. Imported by HAB North America.",,6,86,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Penascal 2003 Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penascal-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Shiraz,2003,Penascal
13,White,France,"A medium-bodied, food-friendly version of Pinot Gris, without the high residual sugar levels of some. Still, it is off-dry, with apple, pear and honey notes buttressed on the finish by fresh acidity and a hint of minerality. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Réserve,17,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2004 Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2004-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Pierre Sparr
14,White,Chile,"Typically oaky, with aromas of baked apple but also some tropical notes. Not the most pure-fruited wine going, but there's ample lemon curd and almond to go with some citrus. Chunky on the finish, with oodles of oak. Good mouthfeel is a bonus. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Reserve,10,86,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2004 Reserve Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-reserve-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Montes
14.5,White,Chile,"Big and oaky, with aromas of coconut, bacon and wood resin. Very sweet and borderline syrupy on the tongue, where cocoa and clove flavors accent chewy, dark-fruit flavors. A touch green and minty in the middle, or is that the Carmenère? Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Limited Selection,16,86,Leyda Valley,,,Montes 2004 Limited Selection Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-limited-selection-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-leyda-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2004,Montes
,White,US,"Screwcapped, pleasant-tasting effort with mixed orange, apple and grapefruit. Tastes just a bit flat; perhaps an off-bottle?",,25,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 2004 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2004-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2004,Argyle
,White,US,"You might mistake this for one of those Marlboroughs, so rich is it in gooseberry, green hay and lemon-and-lime flavors. The acidity isn't at New Zealand levels, but it's fine for this dry, likeable and super-versatile wine.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Hall
14,White,Chile,"Plump and leesy, with aromas of corn and vanilla. The plate shows additional vanilla as well as melon and pear. Warm and textured on the finish, with a bit of snap. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Hacienda Araucano,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2004 Hacienda Araucano Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2004-hacienda-araucano-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,J. & F. Lurton
13,White,France,"From its aromas--which combine toasted nuts and ripe peach scents--to its flavors of peach, apple and a bit of cedar pencil shaving, everything about this wine is easy to like. It's not profound, but it's simple satisfying, finishing on a juicy, mouthwatering note that's a bit surprising for the vintage.",,18,86,Burgundy,Rully,,Joseph Drouhin 2003  Rully,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
14.5,Red,Italy,"Seems a touch sour to the nose, and maybe slightly reductive. Time allows it to improve, unveiling ripe cherry, plum and tea flavors. Finishes with chocolate and soy flavors as well as warmth. But it's also fairly short.",Tenuta Pule,31,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Lamberti 2001 Tenuta Pule  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamberti-2001-tenuta-pule-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2001,Lamberti
13.5,Red,Chile,"Shows earth and leather as well as solid fruit. Runs slightly tart, with red cherry. But that means it's fresh and upright rather than lazy and dull. Pepper and tannin on the finish seem right. Straightforward, good red wine, simple as that. Imported by Terra Andina.",,8,86,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2004 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2004-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2004,Terra Andina
15.5,Red,Italy,"This wine runs a bit jammy, with a closed structure and less texture and balance than ideal. We found it a touch reductive and simple, with berry marmalade as a base flavor and a slick mouthfeel. Not quite convinced, we suggest trying it again a few years down the line.",Campo dei Gigli,98,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 1999 Campo dei Gigli  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-1999-campo-gigli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1999,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
13,Red,Australia,"Produced exclusively from estate grown fruit, this was our favorite of Stonehaven's new line. Soft, round and honeyed in the mouth yet mostly dry, with piquant flavors of apples and pears. Mouthwatering on the finish. Good value.",Winemaker's Selection,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Stonehaven 2004 Winemaker's Selection Riesling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-2004-winemakers-selection-riesling-south/,Riesling,2004,Stonehaven
14,Red,Chile,"Cranberry and spice on the nose, with a hint of herbal mint. The mouth is a bit jumpy and shrill, which yields a fresh feel. In the glass, there's candied cherry and raspberry flavors and then finishing notes of tomato and carob. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",Lot 21,32,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2003 Lot 21 Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-leyda-2003-lot-21-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Viña Leyda
,Rose,US,"If you're barbecuing and looking for a wine everyone will like, try this dry, fruity blush Syrah. It's got peppery raspberry, cherry and vanilla flavors, and the rich burst of acidity will play well against meats and cheeses.",Rose of,14,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2004 Rose of Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2004-rose-of-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Eberle
,White,France,"While all the focus in Bordeaux is on the reds, white Bordeaux is an unjustly neglected category. It can be made from a blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc, but in 2004, the crispness of 100 percent Sauvignon Blanc, as in this wine, gives a wine that is light, fresh and immediately fruity. Made by top white wine producer Vignobles Despagne, the wine has flavors of grapefruit are crisp and are balanced with just a touch of tropical fruit. Bring on the seafood.",,11,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Tour de Mirambeau 2004  Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-mirambeau-2004-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2004,Château Tour de Mirambeau
,White,US,"This is a tense, taut Chardonnay. It's high in acids and nerve-penetrating too, with notes of steel and gunmetal. What fruit there is veers toward ripe grapefruit. Needless to say, the wine is bone dry.",Russian River Selection,32,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2003 Russian River Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2003-russian-river-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Gary Farrell
14,Red,Argentina,"Salentein's large-production second label is anchored by this dandy lighter-weight Malbec, which features a brilliant color, sweet berry aromas and a snappy palate. And while most big-boy Malbecs from Argentina are syrupy, this wine resides on the other side of the fence. It doesn't require a huge hunk of steak to balance it off; the tannins are mild and the acidity more than manageable.",,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Portillo 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Finca El Portillo
,Red,Italy,"Fairly round and harmonious, with spice, leather and some sweaty rubber on the nose. Comes along snappy once it hits the palate, thus the cherry and raspberry flavors are a touch sharp. Seems to have a touch of bretty character.",I Fondatori,55,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 1997 I Fondatori  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-1997-i-fondatori-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1997,Fabiano
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This traditional quinta, close to Pinhão, still uses lagares for vintage Port. There certainly is a rustic character to the wine, but at this stage it is still very restrained, only giving hints of red berry fruits. Imported by Louis Dressner Selections.",Vintage,52,86,Port,,,Quinta do Infantado 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-infantado-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta do Infantado
,Red,Spain,"Torres' first-ever Spanish wine from outside Catalonia was made from purchased fruit at a newly acquired winery outside of Valladolid. The wine shows good color and nice plum and cherry character. It's a bit tart and fresh for a 2003 (hot year), yet it carries some more rugged beef and smoke notes.",Celeste,22,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Torres 2003 Celeste  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2003-celeste-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2003,Torres
13.5,Red,Spain,"A blend of Garnacha, Cariñena and Syrah that starts with leather, plum and cherry aromas. Runs a bit racy and snappy on the palate and then settles into a fairly nice groove. Still, it's kind of a spunky wine that will do better with food than as a solo sipper. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Gran Sangre de Toro,15,86,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2001 Gran Sangre de Toro Red (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2001-gran-sangre-toro-red-catalunya/,Red Blend,2001,Torres
,White,South Africa,"From fruit mainly grown on the eastern slopes of the Pederberg mountain in Swartland, this is a toasty-edged wine, with fat spicy fruit and light acidity. Because of its dry style, this is a wine which should age, for a couple of years at least. Imported by Cape Fantasies.",Premier,,86,Western Cape,,,Simonsvlei 2005 Premier Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsvlei-2005-premier-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Simonsvlei
,Red,US,"This wine is a bit too sweet, soft and obvious for me, although some will admire the blackberry, cassis and chocolate flavors. Seems at its best now, although a few years of cellaring won't hurt.",,65,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Stanton 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanton-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Stanton
13,White,France,"Built on a base of 50% Grenache Blanc, this medium-bodied white adds garnishes of four other varieties to create a mélange of tropical fruit flavors including mango and pineapple. Picks up a hint of buttery richness on the finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",Reserve,11,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Perrin & Fils 2004 Reserve White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2004-reserve-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Perrin & Fils
12.5,White,France,"Classically built, this wine is dry and lean, with apple and citrus aromas and flavors balanced by minerally notes. Lemon and grapefruit notes provide a piquant finish. Would work well as an apéritif, or with shellfish. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",Réserve,17,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2004 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2004-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Pierre Sparr
13,Red,Argentina,"Lots of black fruit with a touch of earth and an herbal undercurrent. Forward and jammy, with solid black cherry, plum and pepper. Finishes a bit spicy, with chocolate to sweeten it up. Nothing to take issue with here; quite good value. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Xplorador,7,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Concha y Toro 2002 Xplorador Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2002-xplorador-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"I like this Zin a lot for its exuberant varietal character. It's jam-packed with bright cherry, raspberry and peppery spice flavors, with good acids and tannins, and is nicely dry and balanced. Great price, too.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Cline 2003 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2003-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Cline
13,White,France,"Mint and mineral notes are layered delicately over honeyed baked apple aromas in this full-bodied Viognier. Flavors of anise and honeyed stones show a touch of alcohol on the finish, but this is a solid first effort. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Circus by L'Ostal Cazes 2004 Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/circus-by-lostal-cazes-2004-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2004,Circus by L'Ostal Cazes
12.5,White,France,"Duboeuf's quality has stayed at a level remarkable for the scale of his operations. This tasty Mâcon manages to be tropical and citrusy at the same time, fleshed out by a custardy texture. Soft and round; easy to drink. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons.",,9,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2004  Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2004-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2004,Georges Duboeuf
14,Red,Chile,"From a region winemaker Irene Paiva describes as cooler than Chile's other Cabernet growing regions, this wine shows some herbal notes on the nose, but also a wonderfully supple texture and finely wrought flavors of cherries, tobacco and chocolate.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,11,86,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2004 Castillo de Molina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2004-castillo-molina-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,San Pedro
14,Red,Chile,"Bold and fruity, with a dark nose full of rubber and coffee. The fruit on the palate is sweet if a bit baked, while the mouthfeel scores via ripe tannins and chocolaty warmth. For the money this is good South American Shiraz.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,11,86,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2003 Castillo de Molina Reserva Shiraz (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2003-castillo-molina-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-lontue-valley/,Shiraz,2003,San Pedro
13,White,Austria,"Slightly nutty and a bit reductive at first, but it opens up to reveal flavors of citrus, peach and mineral and a soft, tender mouthfeel. Ends on an orangey note. Imported by Magellan Wine Imports.",Hohenberg,22,86,Donauland,,,Josef Ehmoser 2004 Hohenberg Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-ehmoser-2004-hohenberg-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2004,Josef Ehmoser
12.5,White,Austria,"A bit musky and earthy, with hints of stone fruit and grapefruit that enliven the aromas. Honeyed peaches shine on the ripe, weighty palate, but the flavors fade a bit quickly on the finish. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Klassik,15,86,Styria,,,Jaunegg 2004 Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaunegg-2004-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Jaunegg
12.5,White,Australia,"Offers good structure and juicy stone fruit at a giveaway price. This dry white is medium-sized, with straw and nut accents to its ripe stone fruit flavors. Offers meaty, nutty accents on the nose, too. A fine introduction to a variety that is just making its way in the U.S.",Estate,10,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2005 Estate Verdelho (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2005-estate-spanish-white-verdelho-hunter-valley/,Verdelho,2005,Hope Estate
,White,US,"This is a fairly simple wine that has been rather heavily oaked.It has pleasant flavors of peaches, mangoes, cinnamon and cream, with lots of vanilla and char.",,19,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess Collection 2003 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2003-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Hess Collection
,White,US,"This interesting wine takes your basic berry-cherry Merlot flavors and boosts them with more complex notes of sweet sweaty leather, olives and violets. There's also an elaborate layering of smoky oak. I wish the wine were a little firmer in acidity, but it's very nice.",Bradford Mountain,26,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 2001 Bradford Mountain Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2001-bradford-mountain-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2001,Hawley
14.35,Red,Chile,"Starts out a touch raw and woody, then cherry, plum and popcorn flavors come out on the tongue. Fairly lean and driving, with a candied, firm finish. Forward and tannic, with quite a bit of snap. Imported by Global Vineyard Importers.",Legada Reserva,15,86,Colchagua Valley,,,De Martino 2003 Legada Reserva Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2003-legada-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2003,De Martino
13,White,Australia,"This is a pretty interesting Sauvignon Blanc. White stone fruit aromas lead into a brisk, lemon-and-hay-flavored palate. Shows some anise and wax on the finish.",Underground Series,11,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Evans & Tate 2005 Underground Series Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2005-underground-series-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Evans & Tate
,White,South Africa,"A joint venture with the Myburgh brothers of Joostenberg and Jose Conde of Stark-Conde has produced an attractive, aromatic Chenin—it's very floral. It has good acidity, a fresh, soft easy style and lifted acidity to the finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,9,86,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2005 Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2005-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2005,MAN Vintners
,White,US,"Popping the cork on this wine is like walking into a fruit-packing plant. It's all about grapefruits, peaches, apples and mangoes, with a few wildflowers thrown in for good measure. Dry, with excellent acidity.",Founders' Estate,11,86,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2004 Founders' Estate Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-founders-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2004,Beringer
14,Red,Argentina,"This Merlot from Tupungato has clean, proper aromas and a fair amount of zesty cherry and raspberry flavors. Tangy on the finish, if a bit lean. Still, there's enough purity and power to elevate it to the quality level. Young and ready to go; a BBQ wine of the first order. Imported by North American Beverage Group, LLC.",,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2004 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2004-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2004,Domaine Jean Bousquet
13,Red,France,"Light and fresh, with cherry-chocolate aromas and flavors that come across slightly confected. Does show some pretty vanilla and cinnamon shadings, and finishes with tart, lingering acidity.",Pommard Clos de la Platière,29,86,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre 2002 Pommard Clos de la Platière  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-sauvestre-2002-pommard-clos-platiere-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2002,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre
13.5,Red,Spain,"Features a nice mix of mint, herbs, spice and black fruit. It's a touch sharp and hard, but overall the cherry and strawberry flavors work. Tannic and clean on the finish, with balance. Nothing complex or regal, but easily fits the bill. Imported by Think Global.",Tradición,17,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Balbas 2003 Tradición  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbas-2003-tradicion-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Balbas
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Spicy and saucy on the nose, with hints of barnyard and leather. Opens to show crisp plum and berry flavors in front of a spicy, grippy finish. Not tannic per se, but fairly tight. Imported by Southern Wine Group.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alberti 154 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberti-154-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Alberti 154
12.5,Rose,Australia,"Slightly soft, this really needs to be well chilled to give it additional refreshment value. Raspberry and mulberry flavors are simple and fruity, finishing a bit short. The blend is 70% Grenache, 30% Shiraz.",Nine Vines Rosé,10,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2005 Nine Vines Rosé Grenache-Syrah (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2005-nine-vines-rose-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-south/,Grenache-Syrah,2005,Angove's
13.1,Red,Argentina,"Brownish in color, and clearly on its way to maturity. The nose is herbal and spicy, but in a good way, rather than conveying green notes. Tobacco, olive and dried plum and cherry flavors make for a more complex palate than many. Finishes simple and nice, which is why it goes no higher than this. Imported by S&F Trading Company.",Reserve,16,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Antonio Nerviani 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonio-nerviani-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Antonio Nerviani
13,Red,Spain,"Jammy but structured red-fruit aromas mix with a little tree bark to create an attractive, wholesome bouquet. Hits with flavors of black plum and berry, and the Merlot adds some sweetness to the Tempranillo. Clean and fresh, with agility. Imported by Visentin Wine & Spirits, LLC.",,9,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Sardasol 2004 Tempranillo-Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sardasol-2004-red-blend-tempranillo-merlot-navarra/,Tempranillo-Merlot,2004,Viña Sardasol
14,Red,Chile,"Round and fruity, with a full nose of big fruit and leather. Smells solid, but hits the palate with tremendous tannic force, to the point that it's overdone. The mouthfeel is gritty, but the flavors of fudge, black cherry and spice save it. Imported by Viña Requingua.",Potro de Piedra Family Reserve,20,86,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2002 Potro de Piedra Family Reserve Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2002-potro-piedra-family-reserve-red-curico-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Viña Requingua
,White,US,"Despite the best efforts of a new generation of Wentes to make Chardonnay succeed in Livermore, they can't subdue Mother Nature. It's just too hot out there. This is a decent wine, with good fruit and lots of attention to detail, but it lacks freshness and acidity.",The Nth Degree,35,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2003 The Nth Degree Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2003-nth-degree-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Wente
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Round and full, with plenty of toasty, smoky aromas to go with graphite and ripe fruit. Plenty of solid berry flavors grace the palate, and they vie with woody notes for prime billing. Vanilla, char and leather make for a solid finish. If there's any weakness, it's that the wine's middle is quiet.",,23,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2000 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2000-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Weinert
16,Red,Italy,"Funky and green on the nose, with blasts of peach pit, mint, rhubarb and spice. A fair amount of fruit graces the mouth, but still there remains some green flavors. The mouthfeel, meanwhile, is grabby. Overall it's fine but is missing some components.",Calcarole,95,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 1998 Calcarole  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-1998-calcarole-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Guerrieri Rizzardi
,Red,US,"This polished wine brings firm acids and a scour of tannins to the cherry fruit flavors. With 96 percent Sangiovese, the 4 percent of Cabernet Sauvignon shows up in the cassis finish, which is a little sweet.",Aprile,28,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Gargiulo 2002 Aprile Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gargiulo-2002-aprile-red-napa-oakville/,Red Blend,2002,Gargiulo
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A tasty, bottle-aged Cab for under $20? Believe it. This medium-bodied Cabernet is oaky but dry, with plums, black currants and mint on the nose, wrapped in gentle coffee and chocolate notes and framed by soft tannins. Spend the extra cash on a good beef roast and serve this alongside. Imported by Helgerson Wines.",Reserve,9,86,Franschhoek,,,Helgerson 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helgerson-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-franschhoek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Helgerson
14,White,France,"Full-bodied and oaky, with scents of butterscotch and citrus vying on the nose. Baked apple and lemon flavors finish on a note of dried spices. Imported by Boisset America.",2 Terroirs,30,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Mommessin 2003 2 Terroirs  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2003-2-terroirs-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2003,Mommessin
13.5,Red,France,"Pricy for generic Bourgogne, but pretty good for the appellation, with earthy scents of cola vying with black cherries and coffee. Tannins are supple and the fruit ultimately carries the day. Turns a bit tangy on the finish.",Reserve Pinot Noir,28,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Moillard 2002 Reserve Pinot Noir  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-2002-reserve-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2002,Moillard
,Red,US,"I don't know why they call it Bouncer, but it may be because the high alcohol has a kick. Drinks hot, soft and extremely fruity, with cassis, chocolate and sweet coffee flavors that define warm-climate Zinfandel.",The Bouncer,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nadeau Family Vintners 2002 The Bouncer Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nadeau-family-vintners-2002-bouncer-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2002,Nadeau Family Vintners
,Red,US,"Here's a pure expression of one type of Zin. It's brawny, briary, peppery and rugged in tannins, and totally dry, but fortunately not too high in alcohol. It'll be perfect with barbecue.",Liar's Dice,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 2003 Liar's Dice Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2003-liars-dice-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Murphy-Goode
14.5,Red,Italy,"A touch piercing and spicy on the nose, with sweaty leather and wood notes. The flavor profile revolves around zesty red fruits like raspberry and strawberry, while the back end is mildly toasty.",,40,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Remo Farina 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Remo Farina
13.5,Red,Chile,"Kicks off with some balsamic and olive aromas, while the palate is full of black cherry and berry fruit. Round and clean, with a soft feel despite having real tannic backbone. Likable in a mainstream way. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Xplorador,7,86,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Xplorador Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-xplorador-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"The winery doesn't say what the blend is, but this wine is very dry, thick and dusty in tannins, with cherry and chocolate flavors. It's perfectly fine, a nice everyday sort of semi-fancy table wine",Da Red,18,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2003 Da Red Red (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2003-red-central-coast-edna-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Domaine Alfred
,Red,US,"A little sharp, but this Central Coast Pinot is saved by big, bright flavors of cherries and a Pinotesque texture that's silky and smooth. The cherry theme reprises on the finish, where it's joined by rich notes of vanilla and smoke.",Chamisal Vineyard,28,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2003 Chamisal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2003-chamisal-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Alfred
13,Red,France,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot, this is a wood-aged wine from the south of France. Great spice and black currant aromas waft from this densely packed wine. To taste, it is equally bright but geneorus, with black, dry and firm fruit. Layers of acidity combine with powerful fruit and wood flavors to complement rich food.",,12,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine Puydeval 2001 Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-puydeval-2001-red-vin-pays-doc/,Red Blend,2001,Domaine Puydeval
12.5,Red,France,"A bit ruggedly tannic for basic Bourgogne, but with enough stuffing to last the two or three years until it comes around, this is a dark-fruited Pinot. Hints of spice top black cherries, then finish with black tea notes.",Bourgogne,11,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre 2002 Bourgogne  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-sauvestre-2002-bourgogne-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2002,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Fruity and floral wine with an attractive, fresh, lifted aroma. The fruit is soft, with light tannins. This is a wine that will develop quickly. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",Vintage,65,86,Port,,,Cockburn's 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Cockburn's
14.5,White,US,"Showing good varietal character, this cool-climate Viognier expresses powerful acidity framing peach, apricot, quince and mango flavors that finish dry and clean. The acids really star, stimulating the palate.",Estate,18,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2004 Estate Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2004-estate-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2004,Clos La Chance
,Red,US,"There's a depth of fruity flavor and soft richness of texture that make this a very fine value Merlot. You're struck by the way the plum, cherry and blackberry flavors flood the palate, and instead of turning gooey-chocolaty-ripe, there's a white pepper note that makes the wine savory and more companionable with food. Alcohol is a modest 13.5%.",,7,86,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2004 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2004-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Delicato
,Port/Sherry,US,"This is solera-aged, going back to 1997 and made from Pinot Noir. Not all that tawny Port-like, it's more of an oxidized, rancio-style dessert wine, but made from Pinot of all things.",Estate Tawny,42,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,David Hill NV Estate Tawny Port (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-nv-estate-tawny-port-blend-port-other/,Port,,David Hill
,Red,US,"Starts off with a musty aroma that decanting should take care of. In the mouth, this Cab tastes good. It's sweetish-dry and very smooth, with rich cherry and blackberry flavors that veer into chocolate.",,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Bighorn
12.5,Red,France,"A plump, medium-weight wine with no rough edges, this easygoing blend of Grenache and Syrah boasts ample cherry flavors accented by vanilla and tobacco. Clean and fresh on the finish, with supple tannins. Imported by Cellar Door Selections.",Special Reserve,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2003 Special Reserve Grenache-Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2003-special-reserve-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Grenache-Syrah,2003,Les Jamelles
12.5,White,South Africa,"Outside the U.S., this wine is normally found as Chenin Blanc, and it seems sad that the U.S. importer wanted to revert to the old South African name for the varietal. It is particularly a shame because this is a good value wine, with ripeness, softness and plenty of acidity to go with the pear fruit flavors. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,7,86,Western Cape,,,KWV 2005 Steen (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2005-chenin-blanc-steen-western-cape/,Steen,2005,KWV
14,Rose,Chile,"A little root beer, chocolate and plum make for a nice bouquet. Fully ripe blackberry and plum flavors carry the palate, which doesn't have as much texture as would be ideal. Finishes smooth, with bitter chocolate. Shines early but fades late.",Santa Digna,12,86,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2004 Santa Digna Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2004-santa-digna-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2004,Miguel Torres
13.8,Red,Chile,"Violet in color, and smells funky at first. Airing releases plum, blackberry and licorice flavors. A bit medicinal on the finish, but that combination of warm, sweet and sticky works in this case. Bottom line: this is a ripe, fruity wine that requires some patience. Imported by Dreyfus, Ashby & Co.",Santa Digna,12,86,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2003 Santa Digna Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2003-santa-digna-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Miguel Torres
15,Red,Italy,"A touch rowdy and sulfuric, although constant airing and swirling opens it up. Still, the nose must be characterized as burnt and funky. Underneath dwell date, prune, black cherry and other overtly sweet, candied fruit flavors. Finishes lively, with full tannins.",Costasera,53,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2001 Costasera  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2001-costasera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2001,Masi
,Red,US,"Denser, heavier and more tannic than Scherrer's '01, this is also a less successful Zin. The fruity flavors aren't as bright, and the finish isn't as crisp, although it's still a very nice sipper.",Scherrer Old & Mature Vines,28,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Scherrer 2002 Scherrer Old & Mature Vines Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2002-old-and-mature-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Scherrer
14.5,Red,Italy,"Modest red-fruit aromas in the cherry and rhubarb category start it toward a fresh, light, zesty palate. Don't be looking for depth and meatiness here or you'll be disappointed; it's a lot more like a simple Valpolicella table wine than classic Amarone. That said, it's clean and focused.",,40,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Santi 2001  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2001-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2001,Santi
13.5,White,Chile,"Strikes a pleasing opening chord with its pear and vanilla aromas along with a splinter of oak. The palate is a bit toasty, with smooth apple and pineapple flavors. Becomes more lemony as it opens, with woody, resiny notes peeking through. Imported by Corkscrew Imports.",Paso Hondo Reserva,12,86,Bío Bío Valley,,,Viñedos de Canata 2003 Paso Hondo Reserva Chardonnay (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-canata-2003-paso-hondo-reserva-chardonnay-bio-bio-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Viñedos de Canata
13.4,White,Chile,"Ocean fresh, with melon and tropical aromas. Fairly full and rich in the mouth, where melon and pineapple flavors dominate. Delivers enough zest and power to please. Shows whatthis emerging coastal region can do with Sauvignon Blanc. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",Estación Reserve,12,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2004 Estación Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-leyda-2004-estacion-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Viña Leyda
15,Red,Italy,"Earthy for certain, with clear scents of tobacco, dry leaves and dried cherry. Much more mature than its age might indicate, with a lean flavor profile and a lot of savory flavors. More of a drink-now kind of wine, and snappy enough to offset meats and other rich foods.",,20,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vigneti Villabella 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Vigneti Villabella
12.5,White,Austria,"Fairly big for a federspiel, with hints of honey and ripe apples on the nose, but then it turns less ripe on the palate, picking up intriguing spice drop flavors. Finishes crisp and clean.",Kollmütz Federspiel,15,86,Wachau,,,Machherndl 2003 Kollmütz Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/machherndl-2003-kollmutz-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2003,Machherndl
13,Red,France,,,18,86,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Louis Tête 2003  Moulin-à-Vent,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-tete-2003-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2003,Louis Tête
13,Red,France,"Fully ripe and New World clean, this 60-40 blend from the Languedoc is part of a new venture from the Bordeaux-based Cazes family. Vanilla and black cherry flavors seem a bit simple, but will amply satisfy basic burger needs. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Circus,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,L'Ostal Cazes 2003 Circus Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lostal-cazes-2003-circus-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,L'Ostal Cazes
,White,South Africa,"From the highly rated Swartland cooperative, this wine has fresh fruit, a touch of softness and ripe, clean apple flavors. It balances richness and freshness very easily. Imported by Hemongway & Hale.",Indalo,14,86,Swartland,,,Swartland 2005 Indalo Chenin Blanc (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swartland-2005-indalo-chenin-blanc-swartland/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Swartland
,White,US,"Whole-cluster pressed and slow-fermented in stainless steel, this nonetheless comes on a bit hot, ripe and “pushed” past the optimal point of freshness. It's lush to a fault, and needs to be drunk up quickly.",,21,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 2003 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2003-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2003,Sokol Blosser
,Red,US,"A field blend from an old vineyard, this food-friendly mixture of who knows how many varieties is dry, rustic and attractive for its full-bodied richness. It's not a particularly fruity wine, but has earthy flavors, like coffee and tobacco, with a dried cherry finish.",Old Vine Cuvee,18,86,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Trinitas 2003 Old Vine Cuvee Red (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinitas-2003-old-vine-cuvee-red-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Red Blend,2003,Trinitas
,Red,Chile,"Rather gamy and savory, with aromas of black olive and cured meat followed by a creamy, baked-fruit palate that is simultaneously candied yet earthy. Don't judge it too quickly, it unleashes hidden pizzazz if given time. Imported by Select Fine Wine.",Armador,12,86,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2003 Armador Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2003-armador-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2003,Odfjell
14,Red,Argentina,"Displays character and moderate richness, as any good Merlot should. The palate offers enough dark, smoky fruit to satisfy red-wine lovers, while there's a pleasant smoothness to the mouthfeel. Finishes with a smack of hickory and smoked meat along with blackberry and zest. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Colección Privada,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2003 Colección Privada Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2003-coleccion-privada-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2003,Navarro Correas
12.5,White,France,"A commendable effort from a house that wqas mired in the doldrums for some time, this modern-styled Chardonnay is bursting with tropical fruit, the folds in a touch of toasty oak on the finish.",Maximum,13,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Labouré-Roi 2003 Maximum  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2003-maximum-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2003,Labouré-Roi
12.5,White,France,,,19,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2004  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2004-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2004,La Chablisienne
12.5,White,France,,Vieilles Vignes,23,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 Vieilles Vignes  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
14,Red,Chile,"Light and fragrant, with tangy fruit and one note's worth of flavor. Not that dense but fresh, with a tannic, woody finish. Runs quick from front to back, with a blast of red fruit and chocolaty oak. Imported by Laird & Company.",Reserve,13,85,Lontué Valley,,,Valdivieso 2003 Reserve Shiraz (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2003-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-lontue-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Valdivieso
,White,South Africa,"One of South Africa's successful brands, especially in the British market, this wine goes for the gooseberry spectrum of Chenin Blanc, emphasizing green flavors along with its sweetness. It is well-made, but does lack some character.",Arniston Bay Bush Vines,,84,Coastal Region,,,Omnia 2005 Arniston Bay Bush Vines Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omnia-2005-arniston-bay-bush-vines-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Omnia
12.5,White,France,"A lightweight Chardonnay, with scents of apple, earth and flinty minerality. Flavors run along the same lines, picking up riper pear notes before finishing with hints of quince. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",,9,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2004 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2004-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2004,Tortoise Creek
,Red,US,"Simple, dry and fruity, with blackberry, plum, olive, thyme and oak flavors backed up by firm but smooth tannins. Drink now.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Firestone
13.5,White,Chile,"Yellow in color, and rather oaky. Spice and vanilla are the lead aromas and flavors, with peach, melon and toast in the background. On the finish, the wood really rises up, creating cured ham and smoke aftertastes. Unusual for Chile. Imported by WTWM Imports.",El Conde Gran Reserva,11,84,Aconcagua Valley,,,Conde de Velázquez 2003 El Conde Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-velazquez-2003-el-gran-reserva-chardonnay-aconcagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Conde de Velázquez
13,White,France,,La Source,22,84,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 La Source  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-source-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
,Red,US,"With 87 percent Barbera, you get a full-bodied, dry and pretty tannic red wine, with earthy, coffee and berry flavors. The Arneis, a white grape, seems to bring much-needed acidity, as well as a floral note. Still, it's a fringe wine, a better concept than reality.",Barbera Arneis,18,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bonny Doon 2003 Barbera Arneis Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2003-barbera-arneis-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Red Blend,2003,Bonny Doon
12,White,Austria,"An easy quaffer, this Pinot Blanc boasts citrus and slate aromas backed by simple tangerine flavors that turn a little soft on the finish. Imported by Winemonger.com.",,10,84,Styria,,,Tschermonegg 2003 Weissburgunder (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tschermonegg-2003-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-styria/,Weissburgunder,2003,Tschermonegg
,Red,US,"This wine has too much alcohol, namely 15.8%, and finishes hot and raisiny. Awkward exaggerations of what Zin should be.",Feeney Vineyard,42,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Feeney Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-feeney-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Williams Selyem
,White,US,"Superripe and super-oaked, with syrupy fruit flavors, this is somebody's idea of the popular style, but it's really an exaggerrated one. Where's the balance?",,16,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2003 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Martin Ray
,Red,US,"You won't notice this wine's overripe, raisiny flavors and alcoholic warmth if you just quaff it.",,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Martin Ray
,White,US,"Off-dry and light, this looks to be well on its way to oxidation. Brown apples, slightly baked and flat tasting.",Semi-dry,9,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2004 Semi-dry Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2004-semi-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2004,Montinore
,White,US,"Off-dry and chunky, with simple fruit flavors.",,12,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2003 Müller-Thurgau (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2003-other-white-muller-thurgau-willamette-valley/,Müller-Thurgau,2003,Montinore
,Red,US,"Compared to Cline's Bridgehead, this Zin is softer and much simpler. There's not much going on, except for high alcohol and a Zinny, berry character.",Big Break,25,83,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2003 Big Break Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2003-big-break-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Cline
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Bought by Churchill in the 1990s, this is a single-quinta wine kept apart from the firm's true vintage. It is a rustic, earthy wine, and the fruit cannot break through that rusticity. Hints of potential, but not enough. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Quinta da Gricha Vintage,85,83,Port,,,Churchill's 2003 Quinta da Gricha Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2003-quinta-gricha-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Churchill's
,White,US,"Made in a bone dry style with green pepper, feline spray and gooseberry flavors, this will appeal to those who like this type. It has a soft, creamy texture.",,12,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Beringer
,Red,US,"This wine has earth, blackberry, herb and spice flavors that finish dry, with a cleansing, slightly bitter scour of acidity like the aftertaste on espresso.",Founders' Estate,11,83,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2002 Founders' Estate Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2002-founders-estate-merlot-other/,Merlot,2002,Beringer
14,White,Argentina,"Light in color, with simple pear and applesauce aromas touched up by a whiff of wood smoke. Pineapple and banana flavors carry the palate to a sugary, vanilla-laden finish. Along the way jumpy acidity keeps it fresh. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Famiglia Bianchi,18,83,Other,Argentina,,Valentín Bianchi 2004 Famiglia Bianchi Chardonnay (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2004-famiglia-bianchi-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Valentín Bianchi
,Red,US,"Interesting to compare this to Rockledge's '02 Zin, with which it has little in common. This is a ruder, more rustic wine in tannins. It's extracted and jammy in red berry fruit, and dry.",,25,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rockledge Vineyards 2002 Primitivo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-2002-zinfandel-primitivo-napa-valley/,Primitivo,2002,Rockledge Vineyards
13,Red,Chile,"Bright day-glo purple in color, this is a fresh, fruity, lightweight wine that delivers Cabernet flavors of cassis and chocolate without real weight or structure behind it. Serve it as you would a Beaujolais or light-bodied Côtes-du-Rhône.",Gato Negro,5,83,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2005 Gato Negro Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2005-gato-negro-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,San Pedro
,White,US,"Although this wine is simple and has a quick finish, it's clean and fruity, with slightly sweet lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors.",,13,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2004-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Sterling
,White,US,"Pretty light, but a decent value. Flavors are of apples, oak and spice.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,St. George Coastal 2003 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-george-coastal-2003-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2003,St. George Coastal
,White,South Africa,"A tropical fruit style of Chenin, marketed as Steen, the old South African name for the grape. This version has too much weight. With green plum flavors and only a touch of crispness, it ends up being rather too full and fat. Imported by Total Wine & More.",Discover,7,83,Western Cape,,,Spier 2005 Discover Steen (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2005-discover-chenin-blanc-steen-western-cape/,Steen,2005,Spier
14,Red,France,"Not up to some of the other cuvées from Bernard, with understated berry aromas and simple black cherry and earth flavors. Full-bodied and low in acidity, it comes across as a bit heavy. Imported by Boisset America.",,22,83,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Louis Bernard 2003 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2003-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Louis Bernard
12.5,White,France,"This full-bodied, muscular wine seems a bit strange for Viognier, which often has a more feminine, floral quality. This is firmly mineral, with notes of chalk and earth and only a hint of melon. Still decent wine, just not very Viognier-like to my tastes. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",La Violette,13,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2003 La Violette Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2003-violette-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2003,Jean-Luc Colombo
12.5,Rose,France,"Citrusy, minerally and  dropping fruit at a rapid rate, this light-bodied rosé should have been consumed already. Modest peach and citrus flavors are pleasant, but fading. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",,17,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Domaniers 2003 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaniers-2003-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2003,Les Domaniers
13,Red,France,,Chateau de Beauregard,22,83,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Joseph Burrier 2003 Chateau de Beauregard  (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-burrier-2003-chateau-beauregard-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2003,Joseph Burrier
13,White,France,,Fourchaume Premier Cru,30,83,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 Fourchaume Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
14,Red,Chile,"Takes off a bit dirty, with a lot of earth and green tobacco. Finds its stride later on, as it displays red fruit but also some clamping tannins. Sort of herbal in character as it struggles for adequate ripeness. Imported by Corkscrew Imports.",Paso Hondo Alta Seleccion Winemaker's Cuvee,16,83,Bío Bío Valley,,,Viñedos de Canata 2003 Paso Hondo Alta Seleccion Winemaker's Cuvee Red (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-canata-2003-paso-hondo-alta-seleccion-winemakers-cuvee-red-bio-bio-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Viñedos de Canata
13.6,Red,Chile,"Aromas are of leather, tomato and stewed berry, followed by a hard, almost nutty palate. Tight and tannic, with a rubbery mouthfeel. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",Vintage Selection,22,83,Central Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2002 Vintage Selection Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-leyda-2002-vintage-selection-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Viña Leyda
,White,US,"Simple and thin, with slightly sweet peach and lemon-ade flavors. Finishes with a clean scour of acidity.",Reserve,12,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2003 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2003-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Raymond
,White,US,"Uncomplicated but clean, this Chard is flat in acids, with sweet green-pea flavors that just break into riper peaches.",Estate,24,83,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2003 Estate Chardonnay (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2003-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Leal Vineyards
13.5,White,South Africa,"On the heavy side, with baked apple and spiced orange flavors that finish soft. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,10,83,Western Cape,,,KWV 2004 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2004-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2004,KWV
,White,South Africa,"A heavily wooded, spicy wine that has little connection with Chenin Blanc. Imported by Distell USA Inc.",,9,83,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2003 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2003-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2003,Fleur Du Cap
13.3,Red,US,"Rather soft and edgy in tannins, but there's reward in the fresh, lively berry, cherry and herb flavors. Finishes a bit too sweet.",The French Connection,20,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2002 The French Connection Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2002-the-french-connection-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,EOS
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is one of the brands owned by Barros Almeida. This vintage Port has hints of volatile acidity, which leaves dirty flavors. Has tannins and some fine blackberry flavors, but overall, it's not an impressive wine.",Vintage,,83,Port,,,Hutcheson Feuerheerd 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hutcheson-feuerheerd-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Hutcheson Feuerheerd
,Rose,US,"A sort of Super-Tuscan, although a rustic one, dry and acidic, with flavors of fresh berries. Cab Sauv, Cab Franc and Sangiovese.",The Tillerman,16,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2003 The Tillerman Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2003-tillerman-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2003,Hook & Ladder
,White,US,"Semisweet, with a lemon tart flavor, this Chenin also has some good, crisp acidity that makes it balanced and clean.",Estate,20,83,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Heller Estate 2004 Estate Chenin Blanc (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heller-estate-2004-estate-chenin-blanc-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Heller Estate
14.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy and raw, with plum, berry and raisin aromas. Brighter on the palate, where black cherry is darkened up by coffee and chocolate accents. Modern in size, with a one-note personality. Imported by CIV/USA.",,10,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2003 Syrah (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mancha/,Syrah,2003,Finca Antigua
13,White,France,"Soft, verging on flabby, with decent honey and pear flavors that finish without much lift or vibrancy. Good, but nothing more. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Fleur,28,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2003 Fleur Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2003-fleur-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2003,Domaines Schlumberger
13.5,Red,Chile,"Flat and chunky, but chewy and full of strawberry flavors. Somewhat lactic, with hints of sautéed mushroom—not a bad nuance. Nothing to get excited over as it shows decent quality for the price. Imported by WTWM Imports.",Reserva,7,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,Conde de Velázquez 2003 Reserva Merlot (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-velazquez-2003-reserva-merlot-aconcagua-valley/,Merlot,2003,Conde de Velázquez
13.5,Red,Chile,"A bit hot and burnt, with wiry, raw fruit. But for the money it's a sturdy, drinkable red wine. Shows sticky black fruit and a bulky finish. Fits the bill at its price point. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",Xplorador,7,83,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2004 Xplorador Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2004-xplorador-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2004,Concha y Toro
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The oak here has resulted in bacon and wet-dog aromas, and the bouquet stays funky. Bold berry, carob and pepper on the palate set the stage for a warm, almost lactic finish. Has merits but doesn't sing. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",Oak Reserve,19,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2003 Oak Reserve Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2003-oak-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,1492,Cristobal 1492
14,White,Austria,"This plump, medium-bodied Chardonnay would have scored higher had its aromas not been marred by a burnt, acrid note. Ripe melon and pear flavors are welcoming, while the finish lingers softly. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Oxhoft,18,83,Burgenland,,,Braunstein 2003 Oxhoft Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braunstein-2003-oxhoft-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2003,Braunstein
15,Red,Italy,"All over the map. There's maple, acetone and candy on the nose, and the fruit flavors morph from sweet to sugary sweet to artificial all in one sip. Saving graces come in the cinnamon and cocoa powder nuances.",,54,84,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenute Galtarossa 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-galtarossa-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2000,Tenute Galtarossa
13,White,Austria,"The bouquet shows some hints of peach, but the aromas and flavors are largely dominated by stony, minerally notes. Relatively light in body, it fades quickly on the finish. Refreshing. Imported by Great Wines International.",,8,84,Styria,,,Ploder-Rosenberg 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ploder-rosenberg-2003-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Ploder-Rosenberg
,Red,US,"Good and correct, if not exciting, a very dry wine with blackberry, coffee, plum and herb flavors, and an oaky veneer. Full-bodied and balanced.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"If you need a full-bodied red that's clean and inexpensive, this is a good bet. It's a rustic wine, but dry, with fruity charm and a good bite of tannins to cut through a Philly cheese steak.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2003 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2003-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Pepperwood Grove
,White,US,"Another enormously fruity Sauvignon Blanc, jam-packed with ripe fig, peach, melon and citrus flavors, with a spicy finish. Simple and likeable.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount St. Helena 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-st-helena-2003-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley-45717/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Mount St. Helena
,Rose,US,"Here's an everyday blush with forward flavors of raspberries, strawberries and vanilla. It's a little sweet. It's the perfect innocent Thanksgiving wine to have with a honeybaked ham and all the trimmings.",Duarte Vineyard,13,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Placer County,Marshall 2004 Duarte Vineyard Barbera (Placer County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marshall-2004-duarte-vineyard-barbera-sierra-foothills-placer-county/,Barbera,2004,Marshall
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Moderately powerful, with red plum, tomato and spicy wood to the nose. The palate registers as nondescript, with standard fruit and oak. Grabby tannins, butter and vanilla dominate the finish. Seems more acidic and hard than ideal. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Gran Reserva,19,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2002 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2002-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Navarro Correas
,Red,US,"Tastes like black cherry cola. The ripe, lush style flirts with oxidation, loads in the vanilla flavors, and finishes with a burst of heat. Needs the mellowing influence of food to show its best.",,14,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2003 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2003-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Montinore
,Red,US,"Here's a perfectly drinkable, everyday sort of Cabernet, a little rough around the edges, but dry and balanced. There's some good fruit, and sturdy tannins.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Montage 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montage-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Montage
,Rose,US,"There's a rich cherry and vanilla flavor to this wine, with enough residual sugar to make it off-dry. Fortunately, there's also a nice, clean backbone of acidity to make it balanced.",White,10,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2004 White Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2004-white-merlot-other/,Merlot,2004,Forest Glen
,White,US,"Muscat seems to dominate this three-variety blend, giving an orange blossom aroma. Chenin Blanc adds an appley ripeness, while Chardonnay gives the peaches and cream. The result is a slightly sweet, simple wine that's easy on the palate and wallet.",Ménage à Trois,12,84,California,California Other,California,Folie à Deux 2004 Ménage à Trois White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-2004-menage-trois-white-other/,White Blend,2004,Folie à Deux
,White,US,"Here's a nice summer white that offers up plenty of fruity flavor, and won't break the bank. Shows spearmint, lemon and lime, peach and vanilla fruit that drinks pretty dry, with a good backbone of acidity.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Firestone
14,Red,Argentina,"Starts with a strong blast of smoked meat and coffee, and the palate holds onto the coffee character as it deals plum and berry flavors. Limited in scope, with a touch of toast. Imported by The San Francisco Wine Exchange.",,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Portillo 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-portillo-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Finca El Portillo
,Red,US,"Let's face it: Barbera will never be anything but a workhorse wine. This one, from two famous vineyards, is heavy and dull in texture, with mocha, blackberry and herbal flavors that finish very dry. It will probably age forever, getting lighter and sweeter.",Steinbeck and Sauret Vineyards,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2003 Steinbeck and Sauret Vineyards Barbera (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2003-steinbeck-sauret-barbera-central-coast-paso-robles/,Barbera,2003,Eberle
,Red,US,"There seems to be too much residual sugar in this soft Zin. Too bad, because it's smooth, with yummy blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors.",Remo Belli Vineyard,22,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2003 Remo Belli Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2003-remo-belli-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2003,Eberle
13,Red,Argentina,"Light, with cherry and orange peel on the nose. So it's not surprising that snappy cherry and raspberry flavors follow. Shows a lot of pop and acidity, yet it manages to fold in some pepper and chocolate. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Conquista 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conquista-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Conquista
13,White,Argentina,"Floral and different, with papaya, peach and melon. This is not Spanish-style Verdejo, which is much more racy and acidic. This one is soft, smooth, a bit flat and flabby, but nonetheless it grows on you. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cristobal 1492 2004 Verdelho (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristobal-1492-2004-spanish-white-verdelho-mendoza/,Verdelho,1492,Cristobal 1492
13,Red,France,"This special millennium bottling should be drunk up. There are some nice dried-spice and peppery aromas, and the wine is light and elegant despite lacking a great deal of ripeness. Turns herbal and tea-like on the finish.  Imported by Merlin Wines Louisiana, LLC.",La Reserve- La Clape MM,19,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château Camplazens 2000 La Reserve- La Clape MM Syrah-Grenache (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-camplazens-2000-reserve-clape-mm-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-coteaux/,Syrah-Grenache,2000,Château Camplazens
,Red,US,"With Cab Franc added to the Cab Sauvignon, this wine is soft and cherryish, with a fine dusting of dry tannins and a clean, spicy finish. It's not terribly complex, but is a really good value.",Miser,8,84,California,California Other,California,CheapSkate 2003 Miser Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheapskate-2003-miser-red-other/,Cabernet Blend,2003,CheapSkate
13.5,Red,Spain,"This attempt at a prestige-level wine comes up a touch short. The aromas start out incredibly green, with can't-miss blasts of green tobacco, pole beans and olive. There's more green in the mouth, which is backed by earthy fruit and burnt caramel. Finishes almost salty, with a streak of outsized acidity. Imported by House of Fine Wines.",Reserva,34,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Alconde 2001 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alconde-2001-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Alconde
,Rose,US,"Compared to the winery's Vin Gris de Cigare, Ca' del Solo's “other” blush wine is fuller-bodied, sweeter and more coarse. It contains everything from Barbera to Charbono to Carignane.",Big House Pink,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ca' del Solo 2002 Big House Pink Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2002-big-house-pink-rose-other/,Rosé,2002,Ca' del Solo
,Red,US,"A full-throttle Cab, rich and ripe in intense cherry, plum, blackberry and coffee flavors, although fully dry. A little on the soft, simple side, though.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Huntington 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Huntington
,Red,US,"Rather earthy and sharp in acids, with a raw, stalky streak, although there's enough cherry fruit and oak to satisfy. Finishes dry and balanced.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Huntington 2002 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2002-merlot-other/,Merlot,2002,Huntington
,Red,US,"Lots of almost sweet blackberry and cherry fruit in this dryish wine. It's a bit too soft in tannins and acids, and collapses on the finish, except for the intense fruit, which lingers.",,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Jewel 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jewel-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Jewel
,Red,US,"I had the feeling there is seriousness of purpose behind this wine, and there's a lot to like about it. Namely, the firm structure, including crisp acids, and plummy, spicy flavors. But there's an awkward sweetness that detracts.",Wolff Vineyards,20,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wolff 2003 Wolff Vineyards Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolff-2003-vineyards-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2003,Wolff
,White,US,"What they seem to mean by “faux Chablis” is searingly high acidity, little or no oak, rasping dryness and early-picked, green fruit that's supposed to be minerally. Not a generous wine.",Student Vineyard Faux Chablis,30,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,WineSmith 2002 Student Vineyard Faux Chablis Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winesmith-2002-student-vineyard-faux-chablis-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,WineSmith
13,Red,South Africa,"This plump, medium-bodied wine boasts plenty of briary, blackberry flavors laced with notes of beefy meatiness and vanilla. Despite its age, it's still relatively youthful, with dry tannins on the finish that may never fully integrate. Drink now. Imported by Hemingway and Hale.",,35,84,Stellenbosch,,,Webersburg 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/webersburg-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Webersburg
13.1,White,Chile,"Clean up front, with peach and melon aromas. The body is round and smooth, with apple and other ripe flavors. Some lemon essence on the finish keeps things framed. Nice for the price. Imported by Banfi Vintners.",,5,84,Central Valley,,,Walnut Crest 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walnut-crest-2004-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Walnut Crest
13.5,Red,Chile,"Here you'll find aromatics including rubber, cherry and leather; however, the flavors run high and dry, meaning there's piercing red fruit and not much love. Turns medicinal near the finish, with hints of root beer and butter. Imported by Joseph Victori Wines.",President's Select,13,84,Aconcagua Valley,,,Viña San Esteban 2003 President's Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-san-esteban-2003-presidents-select-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Viña San Esteban
12.5,Red,France,,,13,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Chateau Couronneau 2001  Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couronneau-2001-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Chateau Couronneau
,White,US,"Too many varieties to mention went into this wine, but Sauvignon Blanc contributes acidity and grassiness, Riesling a floral note, and Chenin Blanc a melony, wax-bean quality. The wine seems slightly off-dry.",Big House White,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ca' del Solo 2003 Big House White White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-del-solo-2003-big-house-white-white-california-46772/,White Blend,2003,Ca' del Solo
12.5,Red,France,,,10,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2003  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2003-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2003,Patriarche Père et Fils
14.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal and spicy, with leafy, red-fruit aromas. The palate is weighty, with vanilla and brown sugar flavors along with ample oak. Shows good snap and pop once it opens. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Humboldt Reserve,16,84,Maipo Valley,,,Pengwine 2003 Humboldt Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pengwine-2003-humboldt-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pengwine
,White,South Africa,"Very soft, without a huge lift or character, but the wine does have freshness and cleanness and a low price. Some currant flavors in the aftertaste give a lift. Imported by The Wild Grape.",Bush Vine,,84,Stellenbosch,,,Monterosso 2005 Bush Vine Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterosso-2005-bush-vine-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Monterosso
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Quite fresh and juicy, with raw black cherry aromas and flavors of raspberry and plum. Zesty is the mouthfeel, with not a whole lot in the center. Juicy but devoid of any Cabernet heft. Imported by Epic Wines.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Mil Piedras
14,Red,Argentina,"Solid but overrun with heavy sawdust-based aromas and flavors. Here's a wine with body and balance but far too much racy oak. The result is not a lot of fruit but a ton of mint, vanilla and licorice flavors.",Reserva,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2003 Reserva Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2003-reserva-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2003,Nieto Senetiner
,Red,US,"From Reverie. Kind of pricey for a not-so-ripe Cab with green peppercorn and cherry flavors. There's a ton of oak, and the wine is dry, with chunky tannins.",,75,84,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,A.S. Kiken 2000 Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/as-kiken-2000-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Red Blend,2000,A.S. Kiken
13.5,White,Chile,"Smells like crushed vitamins, while the palate is crisp and lemony, with hints of green apple and spice. Not a bad wine in that it holds form all the way through. Seems just a bit resiny and grabby on the tongue. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,8,84,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2004 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2004-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Aresti
14,Red,Argentina,"Good in color, with modest black-fruit aromas. Sports some tartness along with typical cherry and chocolate flavors. Fine in terms of size, but with an electric streak of acidity running through the center. Finishes chocolaty. Imported by Mediterranean Wine Import.",Organico,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Andalhue 2004 Organico Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andalhue-2004-organico-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Andalhue
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This medium-bodied Chardonnay opens with understated scents of apples and honey, then follows with earthy, minerally flavors that fold in hints of apple, citrus and pear. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2004 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2004-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2004,Golden Kaan
13,White,Austria,"Not quite as nice as the 2004 version, but still a tasty, lightbodied  mouthful of Sauvignon, with stone and peach notes, a hint of jalapeño and a chalky, tactile finish. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Klassik,15,84,Styria,,,Jaunegg 2003 Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaunegg-2003-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Jaunegg
13,White,France,"Light in body, with apple, peach and citrus notes on the nose and in the mouth. Very cleanly made, this is a solid introduction to white Burgundy at a good price.",Laforet,12,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Joseph Drouhin 2003 Laforet  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2003-laforet-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2003,Joseph Drouhin
13.5,Red,Australia,"Don't come looking for varietal character in this value-priced red—it's a blend of three varieties (55% Cab, 30% Shiraz and 15% Malbec). What this wine delivers is red and black berry fruit with moderate oak and vanilla shadings. Tightens up on the finish, with a crisp blast of mint.",Cabernet-Shiraz-Malbec,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Long Flat 2002 Cabernet-Shiraz-Malbec Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-flat-2002-cabernet-shiraz-malbec-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2002,Long Flat
13,Red,Spain,"Roasted and leathery but not that bright. The palate is zesty and chock full of nondescript red fruit. The finish is similar, while overall that tannins are firm if a bit spiky. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Crianza,20,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lealtanza 2001 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lealtanza-2001-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Lealtanza
,Red,US,"From this county just to the north of Monterey comes this dark, super-fruity Syrah, bursting with cherry, blackberry, mocha and spice flavors. It has a honeyed sweetness, and a rustic mouthfeel.",Estate,24,84,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2003 Estate Syrah (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2003-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Syrah,2003,Leal Vineyards
,Rose,US,"A little simple and easy, but there's a wealth of raspberry, strawberry and floral notes in this delicate wine. It's a bit too sweet for my tastes, although it does have good acidity.",Rose of Merlot,19,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2004 Rose of Merlot Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2004-rose-merlot-napa-valley/,Rosé,2004,Rutherford Hill
,Red,US,"Normally used for blending, Malbec on its own can be one-dimensional, as this wine is. It's dark, full-bodied, dry and tannic, with berry and herb flavors. That about says it all.",,26,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2002 Malbec (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2002-malbec-napa-valley/,Malbec,2002,Rutherford Hill
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"One of the smaller brands produced by the Fladgate Partnership, also producer of Taylor Fladgate and Fonseca. This is a light, fresh floral Port with sweet, soft fruit, which is going to age relatively quickly. Imported by Peerless Importers.",Vintage,,84,Port,,,Romariz 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/romariz-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Romariz
14,Red,South Africa,"This self-proclaimed “lifestyle brand” from giant South African wine company KWV boasts the usual trappings: brightly colored label, flanged top. What's unusual is that the wine in the bottle is pretty good. Cherry, leather and chocolate notes provide a modicum of complexity, while the finish is soft and clean. A solid choice to accompany burgers on the patio. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,8,84,Western Cape,,,Robert's Rock 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberts-rock-2004-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Robert's Rock
,White,US,"You'll find good flavors of apples and peaches in this soft, dryish wine, as well as an earthiness. It has some oaky notes, and finishes with a touch of citrus.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2004 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2004-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2004,Robert Hall
,Red,Spain,"Quite jammy with a lot of milk chocolate character courtesy of oak aging. The nose offers some depth and spice in addition to raspberry marmalade, while the palate is chunky and broad. Shows certain characteristics of a more elevated wine, but weighs in as a bit candied. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2003  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2003-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Sierra Cantabria
14.4,Red,Chile,"Plenty of kick to this wine, but not necessarily in the best spots. The nose deals leather, horseradish and dark fruits, while the palate sends up beet and pepper flavors with an almost nutty aftertaste. Gets better with airing, but still a touch funky. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",Cahuil Vineyard Reserve,22,84,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2003 Cahuil Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-leyda-2003-cahuil-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Viña Leyda
,Red,US,"At four-plus years, this wine has mellowed to extreme softness, although it retains balancing acidity. It's on the light side, flavor-wise, with suggestions of cola and cherries, and is totally dry.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Valley of the Moon
13,White,Chile,"About as new as you can get, here's a fresh, simple '05 Sauvignon that may not rock your world but it won't rock your wallet, either. Melon and apple aromas get it started, followed by kiwi, honeydew and pineapple flavors. There's medium zest from moderate acidity, and some citrus rind on the finish. To call it innocuous would be unfair, but harmless, even friendly, is appropriate.",,7,84,Central Valley,,,Undurraga 2005 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2005-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Undurraga
12.8,Red,Chile,"The blend of these two grapes is indeed unusual, as so is the nose of green bean, tobacco and berries. Not sure if the combination really works; at moments it shows some juicy fruit and zip, while at other times it seems vegetal and mismatched.",Unusual Carmenère-Shiraz,22,84,Central Valley,,,TerraMater 2000 Unusual Carmenère-Shiraz Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terramater-2000-unusual-carmenere-shiraz-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2000,TerraMater
,Red,US,"Has smooth texture and rich tannins, but the cherry, coffee and chocolate flavors seem a bit too sweet, and they snap to a quick finish.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2001 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2001-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2001,Sebastiani
13,White,Chile,"Sort of sweet on the bouquet, with hints of lemon-lime and candy. Natural tasting, and veering toward tropical. Moderate girth in terms of body, with a finish accented by toast and vanilla. Imported by Vias Imports.",,8,84,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2004 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2004-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,San Nicolas
,Red,US,"There are some fine, ripe blackberry and cherry flavors in this Cab, and although it's rustic and a bit sharp, at this price it's a pretty good house pour.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,CheapSkate 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheapskate-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,CheapSkate
13.5,Red,France,,Clos des Grandes Vignes Premier Cru,49,84,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Moillard 2002 Clos des Grandes Vignes Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2002-clos-grandes-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2002,Domaine Moillard
13.5,Red,US,"Nice and tasty in gooey cherry-chocolate flavors, with a rich cassis finish, but a little too sweet.",Checker's Cab,9,84,California,California Other,California,Dog House 2002 Checker's Cab Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dog-house-2002-checkers-cab-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Dog House
,White,South Africa,"This ripe, very soft wine has attractive currant flavors, layers of sweetness and an easy fruit character. Crisp and fresh but slightly sulfured to finish. Imported by Johann Lotz.",Cape Concert Seaside White,,84,Worcester,,,Dashbosch 2005 Cape Concert Seaside White Chenin Blanc (Worcester),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashbosch-2005-cape-concert-seaside-white-chenin-blanc-worcester/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Dashbosch
12.5,Red,France,,,30,84,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Esprit de Chevalier 1999  Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esprit-chevalier-1999-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Esprit de Chevalier
12.5,Rose,France,"Very fruity—almost candied—with flavors of watermelon and strawberry that seem quite rich for a rosé. Dry and clean on the finish; worth trying on a hot day with some foods that might normally take a red, like hamburgers. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",Rosé d'Une Nuit,9,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2004 Rosé d'Une Nuit Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2004-rose-dune-nuit-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2004,Tortoise Creek
,Red,US,"Another wine made in the international style. There seems to be terroir here, but this Cab is so soft, fruity-sweet and vague that it could be from anywhere. Lots of cherries, blackberries and spicy plums.",,32,84,California,Napa,St. Helena,Rockledge Vineyards 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rockledge Vineyards
12.5,White,Argentina,"Nice as a total package, with pear, citrus and mineral aromas. Tangy and fresh on the palate, with grab and medium-strength citrus and melon flavors. Zesty and long, yet ultimately it settles at fresh and simple. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Famiglia Bianchi,15,84,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2004 Famiglia Bianchi Sauvignon Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2004-famiglia-bianchi-sauvignon-blanc-san-rafael/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Valentín Bianchi
14.7,Red,Argentina,"Aggressive and saucy, a reflection of the wine's 14.7% alcohol level. Below that stewy, marinated nose is sweet, saturated Cabernet fruit that pushes the envelope toward richness. Finishes with meaty notes and a blast of coconut. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Famiglia Bianchi,18,84,Other,Argentina,,Valentín Bianchi 2003 Famiglia Bianchi Cabernet Sauvignon (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2003-famiglia-bianchi-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Valentín Bianchi
13.5,Red,Argentina,"More lightweight than most, with strawberry aromas and accents of cinnamon cookie. Not that complex in the mouth, where plum and cherry flavors are consistent if unexciting. Generally speaking, it's likable and zesty. Imported by Epic Wines.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2003 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2003-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2003,Mil Piedras
,Red,US,"You'll find lots of Cabernet character in this ripe, fruity wine. It has polished cherry-berry, coffee and herb flavors, with a smattering of oak, and is dry and balanced.",,10,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. George 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-george-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,St. George
13,Red,France,"A bit green and herbal on the nose, this 60-40 blend is a medium-bodied red for casual dining. Serve with herbed or olive-flavored meat dishes to help accentuate the wine's modest cherry fruit. Imported by Prestige Wine Group.",,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Le Grand Noir 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grand-noir-2003-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2003,Le Grand Noir
12.5,White,France,"Slightly doughy or nutty on the nose, this wine then opens up on the palate to reveal more citrus and tropical fruit flavors. Medium-bodied, with a finish that's short but fresh. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",,13,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2004  Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2004-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2004,Patriarche Père et Fils
,White,US,"On the sweet side, as if the grapefruit, fig and apple flavors had some sugar put in, but that's mostly offset by good acidity. Still, it's not a completely dry wine, so be forewarned.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maclean 2003 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maclean-2003-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Maclean
14,White,Chile,"Clean and 100% middle of the road. Peach, melon and vanilla flavors are sweet, while the texture is a bit buttery. Bready and open, with mild oak and lees notes. Decent but regular. Imported by William Grant USA.",,8,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2004 Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2004-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Luis Felipe Edwards
15,Red,Italy,"Burnt and harsh relative to the field, with sweaty leather and some barnyard on the nose. The palate keeps hold of that cooked quality with its charred burger and baked fruit flavors. Finishes hot and spicy, and a touch metallic.",Capitel de Roari,26,84,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Luigi Righetti 2001 Capitel de Roari  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2001-capitel-roari-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2001,Luigi Righetti
,White,France,"A fresh style of late harvest Riesling, which favors currants, almonds and fruit salad flavors. It is poised and elegant, giving ripeness but not overt sweetness. There is fine acidity to finish.",,18,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Louis Sipp 2003 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sipp-2003-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2003,Louis Sipp
14.5,Red,France,"Shows traces of underripe fruit in its herbal scents and bell-pepper flavors, but there are also bright cherry notes and a pleasant dusty earthiness. Tangy on the finish, blending chocolate and citrus. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Les Allegories d'Antoine,34,84,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Ogier 2001 Les Allegories d'Antoine  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ogier-2001-allegories-dantoine-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Ogier
14,Red,Chile,"Hard and rubbery, with burnt coffee and mineral aromas. Very hard and tannic, with a borderline weedy, herbal note to the finish. Has its merits, but the feel is too hard and the love has gone on hiatus. Imported by Select Fine Wine.",Aliara,26,84,Chile,,,Odfjell 2002 Aliara Red (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2002-aliara-red/,Red Blend,2002,Odfjell
,White,US,"If you like superfruity Viogniers, you'll love this blast of peaches, papayas, passion fruit, white pepper and vanilla. It's clean, simple and refreshing.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2004 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2004-viognier-other/,Viognier,2004,Pepperwood Grove
,White,US,"This wine's a little on the thin side, but for the price, you get some nice fig, lemon and lime flavors, in a crisp, dryish wine.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2004-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Pepi
,White,France,,Fourchaume Premier Cru,25,84,Burgundy,Chablis,,Labouré-Roi 2003 Fourchaume Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2003-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,Labouré-Roi
,Red,US,"Simple, soft and intensely fruity, this Cab is bursting with the ripest red cherry, tobacco, cocoa, spice and smoke flavors. It's easy to imagine sipping this with grilled meats and poultry.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Robert Hall
14,White,Chile,"Toasty and buttery smelling, but blends in enough pear, citrus and anise flavor to retain interest. Crisp on the finish, where the oak become a bit aggressive.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,11,84,Casablanca Valley,,,San Pedro 2004 Castillo de Molina Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2004-castillo-molina-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,San Pedro
12.5,Rose,France,"Herbal and fresh, with strawberry aromas and flavors that take on an earthy edge. Medium-bodied, it's ideal for picnics, where you never know what foods might turn up. Ends on a grapefruity note. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Rosé de Cote Bleue,10,84,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2004 Rosé de Cote Bleue Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2004-rose-cote-bleue-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2004,Jean-Luc Colombo
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Modest cherry scents combine with dried herbs on the nose, followed by earthy flavors and black cherry fruit. Medium-bodied, ending on dusty, earthy notes that will complement rare burgers nicely. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Golden Kaan
13.5,White,Australia,"Actually has decent structure, which you can say of very few wines at this price. Sunny, peach and mineral aromas are reprised on the palate, where the feel is just a little viscous. Has high enough acidity to pair well with food—chicken curry, maybe, or grilled shrimp?",,6,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kelly's Revenge 2004 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellys-revenge-2004-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2004,Kelly's Revenge
,White,US,"Tastes like all of its constituent varieties, with a complex array of peaches, apricots, grapefruits, apples and figs. There's good acidity and what seems to be some residual sweetness. I'd love to see this wine completely dry.",A Thousand Flowers,12,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Hop Kiln 2004 A Thousand Flowers White (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hop-kiln-2004-a-thousand-flowers-white-north-coast/,White Blend,2004,Hop Kiln
13,Red,Chile,"Chunky, ripe and meaty, with aromas of black cherry, raisin, cinnamon and earth. One of this label's best offerings to date; the palate deals monotone but healthy plum flavors before a dark, espresso-tinged finish. No real depth or complexity, but good.",,11,84,Curicó Valley,,,Gran Roble 2003 Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-roble-2003-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Gran Roble
,White,US,"High in sweet, toasty oak, with peach, pear and apple flavors that persist in the long finish, this pleasant Chardonnay has lots to like.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2003 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,DeLorimier
,Red,US,"This is a pretty good Bordeaux blend. It's balanced in tannins and acids, with a little oak to season the ripe blackberry and cherry flavors.",Mercury Rising,18,84,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar 2002 Mercury Rising Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2002-mercury-rising-red-other/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Cinnabar
14,Rose,France,"This salmon-colored wine isn't your typical cotton-candy rosé. Instead, it boasts wisps of delicate cherry-berry flavors wrapped around a core of minerality, finishing clean and citrusy. Just right for the picnic hamper. Imported by Chancel Père & Fils.",,12,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 2004 Rosé (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-2004-rose-cotes-luberon/,Rosé,2004,Château Val Joanis
12.5,Red,France,"A blend of 75% Syrah and 25% Grenache with some slightly funky aromatics. Leather, horse sweat and Band-Aid scents vie with cherries on the nose and in the mouth, while the finish develops a metallic flavor alongside its supple feel. Imported by Vranken America.",L'Optimum Grande Reserve,32,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Réal Martin 2000 L'Optimum Grande Reserve Syrah-Grenache (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-real-martin-2000-loptimum-grande-reserve-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-cotes/,Syrah-Grenache,2000,Château Réal Martin
13,Red,France,"Seems soft and mature, but it's still drinkable—a noteworthy achievement in the deluge that was the 2002 vintage. Leather and cherry scents are followed by juicy cherry-berry fruit and hints of vanilla and spice. Drink up. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Les Caprices d'Antoine,9,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Caves des Papes 2002 Les Caprices d'Antoine Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-papes-2002-caprices-dantoine-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,Caves des Papes
,White,US,"Loads of citrus, fig, melon and vanilla flavors mark this slightly sweet wine. Fortunately, crisp acidity balances. Try with roasted eggplant and garlic soup.",,9,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2004 Fumé Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2004-sauvignon-blanc-fume-central-coast-paso-robles/,Fumé Blanc,2004,Castoro Cellars
,Red,US,"Although this Cab was grown in the warmer area inland from Anderson Valley, it's still not quite ripe. There's something vegetal in the aroma, although it's considerably sweeter in cherry fruit, not to mention oak, in the mouth, which saves it.",,18,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Husch
14,Red,Chile,"The nose offers raisin, prune and raspberry aromas that indicate a bit of overripeness. Molasses mixes with black fruit to create a creamy, thick palate. Finishes with chocolate and vanilla. Imported by Margron Skoglund.",Estate Bottled,8,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2003 Estate Bottled Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2003-estate-bottled-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2003,Viu Manent
13,Red,Spain,"Foresty and smoky, with berry and earthy plum flavors. Soft in the mouth, with only mild tannins. Overall it's plump and generous, although the complexity and depth are moderate at best. Imported by Visentin Wine & Spirits, LLC.",,7,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Sardasol 2004 Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sardasol-2004-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2004,Viña Sardasol
,Rose,US,"This blush wine has Viognier blended in with Syrah. It's a pretty salmon color, and has flavors of raspberries, peaches and vanilla. Fully dry, it will be nice with grilled salmon.",Roseum,13,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2004 Roseum Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2004-roseum-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2004,Vina Robles
14,White,Austria,"Still a good wine, but not up to the fine quality of the 2001. Buttered toast seems to dominate, with nutty, melony notes more of an afterthought. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Tiglat,55,84,Burgenland,,,Velich 2002 Tiglat Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velich-2002-tiglat-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2002,Velich
13,Rose,France,"This legendary rosé blend of Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Grenache is plump—verging on heavy—in 2003. Peach and berry flavors are pleasant enough, accented by hints of anise on the finish, but where's the lively joy of the best Provençal rosés? No doubt baked out by the heat of the vintage. Imported by Maisons Marques & Domaines USA.",Château Romassan Clair de Noirs,33,84,Provence,Bandol,,Domaines Ott 2003 Château Romassan Clair de Noirs White (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2003-chateau-romassan-clair-noirs-white-bandol/,Rhône-style White Blend,2003,Domaines Ott
14.3,Red,Chile,"A bit of earth and leather on the nose, but also some sour, gamy notes. In the mouth, it's lean and easy, with mild oak alongside strident strawberry and raspberry. Finishes a touch creamy, with level balance. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",Reserva,15,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2002 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2002-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Caliterra
,Red,US,"You won't confuse this for Cote Rotie, but it's a nice, honest country wine. It has rich flavors of blackberries, coffee and herbs, and is totally dry. A great value for an everyday red.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-syrah-california-48098/,Syrah,,Barefoot Cellars
13,Red,Argentina,"Jammy, with bubble gum aromas. Along the way there's some talcum powder and mint scents. Fairly fruity and modestly smooth, with fresh, friendly flavors but also a touch of grassy green at the center. Imported by Ecosur Group, LLC.",Cava Negra,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Familia Barberis 2003 Cava Negra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-familia-barberis-2003-cava-negra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Bodega Familia Barberis
13,Red,Spain,"Red berry aromas are backed by crisp, almost sour flavors of cherry skins and red plum. Quite acidic and lean by modern standards, with some toast and earth on the finish. Imported by HAB North America.",Reserva,33,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio Especial 2000 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-especial-2000-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Bodegas Palacio Especial
13,White,Chile,"A touch waxy and oily, with flower blossom and butterscotch scents but no overt, identifiable fruit. Lively and acidic, a trait of the chilly, emerging southern Bío Bío area. Finishes spry but short on flavor. Imported by Corkscrew Imports.",,9,84,Bío Bío Valley,,,Viñedos de Canata 2004 Chardonnay (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-canata-2004-chardonnay-bio-bio-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Viñedos de Canata
14,Red,Chile,"A bit sharp and raw from the beginning, and the palate features a jolt of bracing acids that turn the raspberry and plum flavors sharp. Far more raw than pulpy, so it's Merlot on the thin side. Which makes sense given that it comes from the very cool, southern Bío Bío Valley. Imported by Corkscrew Imports.",Paso Hondo Alta Selección,16,84,Bío Bío Valley,,,Viñedos de Canata 2003 Paso Hondo Alta Selección Merlot (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-canata-2003-paso-hondo-alta-seleccion-merlot-bio-bio-valley/,Merlot,2003,Viñedos de Canata
12,White,South Africa,"This 50-50 blend is dominated by the Sauvignon Blanc, but tamed by the Chardonnay. Smoky and flinty on the nose, with mineral and fresh herb flavors, and a citrusy finish. It's light in weight, without a lot of intensity, but what did you expect for $7? Imported by Hemingway and Hale.",,7,84,Olifants River,,,Gôiya 2004 Chardonnay-Sauvignon (Olifants River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goiya-2004-white-blend-chardonnay-sauvignon-olifants-river/,Chardonnay-Sauvignon,2004,Gôiya
,White,US,"This is a very peculiar Chard. The new oak is powerful, acidity is high despite partial malo, and there's a strong impact from sur lie aging. All this manipulation has resulted not in complexity but in a heavy-handed wine.",Mountain Estate,45,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Fisher 2003 Mountain Estate Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisher-2003-mountain-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2003,Fisher
,Red,US,"What great aromas start things off here. It's all about chocolate and cassis, roasted coffeebeans and smoky vanilla.Then things fall off. The wine turns overly flabby, almost flat in the mouth. But it is dry.",Steinbeck Vineyard,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2003 Steinbeck Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2003-steinbeck-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Eberle
,Rose,US,"Kind of sweet, with simple but pretty flavors of strawberries, vanilla and cinnamon, this clean wine is about as good as white Zin gets.",White,6,84,California,California Other,California,Fusée 2004 White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusee-2004-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2004,Fusée
,Red,Spain,"The bouquet starts out with promising whiffs of molasses, bacon and black fruit but it loses form quickly, resulting in aromas of menthol and funky beet. In the mouth, it's ultrasweet and candied, and the tannins are jackhammer hard. Imported by Quality Wines of Spain.",Seleccion de Vinedos de la Familia,108,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Felix Callejo 2002 Seleccion de Vinedos de la Familia  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-callejo-2002-seleccion-vinedos-familia-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2002,Felix Callejo
,White,US,"Shows plenty of Chard character in the creamy, buttery texture, with its pleasant flavors of peaches, vanilla and toast. This is a nice by-the-glass wine for restaurants.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Pepi
,Red,Chile,"Seemingly stewed and a touch burnt, this heavy wine manages to shed some of its girth as it opens, but even then it remains rather bulky. Thick, ripe, chewy fruit and oak precede a grippy, spicy finish. Seems overripe and a bit weedy.",,15,84,Maipo Valley,,,Peñalolen 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley-48781/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Peñalolen
,White,US,"With its easy flavors of apples and peaches and touch of spicy oak, this everyday Chard is a pretty good buy. It's soft, but that fruit is ripe and pretty.",,10,84,California,Central Valley,River Junction,McManis 2004 Chardonnay (River Junction),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2004-chardonnay-central-valley-river-junction/,Chardonnay,2004,McManis
,Red,US,"Here's a robust, full-bodied, country-style wine that, at this price, can be a house red for barbecue and that sort of thing. It's totally dry, with plummy-coffee flavors and sturdy tannins.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Red Flyer 2003 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-flyer-2003-red-other/,Red Blend,2003,Red Flyer
13.5,Red,France,,,15,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre 2003  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-sauvestre-2003-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2003,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre
,White,US,"Here's a nice, fresh, fruity white wine. It opens with a blast of peach, apricot and vanilla flavors, and has good balancing acidity and a richly creamy finish.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Cline 2004 Pinot Grigio-Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2004-white-blend-pinot-grigio-chardonnay-other/,Pinot Grigio-Chardonnay,2004,Cline
,White,US,"Soft, simple and clean, this is a big-fruit wine that appeals for its superripe peach, mango, pineapple, honeysuckle and citrus flavors and creamy texture. It has just enough acidity to have a balanced mouthfeel.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2004 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2004,Beringer
,White,South Africa,"A crisp, easy style, with sweet apple flavors and some good crisp acidity. The wine finishes soft and lightly sweet. Imported by Seesaw Wine Imports.",,,84,Walker Bay,,,Urbane 2005 Chenin Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/urbane-2005-chenin-blanc-walker-bay/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Urbane
,Red,US,"My oh my, this Zin is ripe. It's fully dry, but tastes as sweet as a cherry pie, drizzled with cassis and dusted with cocoa. Too soft, though.",,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rockledge Vineyards 2002 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-2002-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Rockledge Vineyards
14,Red,Chile,"Bottled after one  year in oak, this plump, fleshy Syrah doesn't really show overt wood influence. On the nose, you get some tar and blackberries, followed by more berries on the palate before they turn slightly herbal and stemmy on the finish.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,11,84,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2004 Castillo de Molina Reserva Shiraz (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2004-castillo-molina-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-lontue-valley/,Shiraz,2004,San Pedro
14,Red,France,"This would be a nice everyday table wine if the price weren't so high. Vanilla, dried spices and jammy berry fruit make a statement on the nose, but the fruit isn't as assertive in the mouth, yielding some stewed berries and bright, lemony acids. The vintage was a difficult one, so look for better things from this label next year. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,30,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois La Liviniere,,L'Ostal Cazes 2002 Red (Minervois La Liviniere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lostal-cazes-2002-red-minervois-liviniere/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2002,L'Ostal Cazes
,Red,US,This wine is delicate and crisply silky. It has cherry and kirsch flavors that turn a bit hot and burnt in the finish.,,19,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lago di Merlo 2001 Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lago-merlo-2001-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,2001,Lago di Merlo
12.5,White,France,,Cuvée LC,20,84,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 Cuvée LC  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-cuvee-lc-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
,Red,US,"Soft in acids and gentle in tannins, and a little sweet on the finish, this Cab has cherry marmalade and spice flavors.",,30,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Sausal
,Red,US,"Pretty smooth and supple, this is a very soft, high thread-count wine that glides across the palate. It carries very ripe flavors of cherries and cocoa, with a finish that's almost sweet.",,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Rutherford Hill
,Red,US,"Seems rather muted in all respects, especially for a vibrant variety like Grenache. Yes, there are cherry flavors, but they're earthy, and the wine itself is excessively soft. It's a decent sipper, but overpriced.",,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2003 Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2003-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2003,Robert Hall
,Red,US,"A little hot and flabby, but with some lively cherry-berry flavors, this innocuous Merlot will back up most anything that needs a dry red.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2002 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2002-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2002,Robert Hall
13,Rose,France,"Floral and perfumey, with apple blossom and pear flavors that finish clean. Tastes a bit like a medium-bodied white; try with poultry or seafood. Imported by E & J Gallo.",French Rose,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Red Bicyclette 2004 French Rose Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-bicyclette-2004-french-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2004,Red Bicyclette
,Red,US,"Dry, fruity, tannic and a bit sharp, this Merlot, from a warm, inland appellation in Sonoma County, could improve in a year or two.",Reserve,30,84,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Summers 2003 Reserve Merlot (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2003-reserve-merlot-sonoma-knights-valley/,Merlot,2003,Summers
,Red,US,"This Super-Tuscan blend of Cabernet and Sangiovese seems excessively sweet, which is probably due to high alcohol. It has a tart, brittle mouthfeel, with flavors of chocolate. Tasted twice.",Asante Sana,45,84,California,Napa,Oakville,Showket 2002 Asante Sana Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/showket-2002-asante-sana-red-napa-oakville/,Red Blend,2002,Showket
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Easygoing, with plum and berry flavors. Turns a bit snappy and upright in the mouth, but maintains a fresh, fruit-packed personality. While nothing really stands out, the whole is solid and largely likable. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",,9,84,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2004 Merlot (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2004-merlot-cafayate/,Merlot,2004,Quara
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Plum and leather work the nose, while jammy, jumbled red-fruit flavors carry the palate. Coffee and mocha on the finish are offset by spiky acidity. Very unusual Cabernet. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",,9,84,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Quara
12.5,Red,France,"The Les Jamelles line is pretty reliable, and even in the torrid conditions of 2003 this white is still pretty good. Smoke, honey and mint notes on the nose turn floral and spicy on the palate, where the wine is full, softly textured and a little alcoholic. Imported by Cellar Door Selections.",Special Reserve Viognier-Marsanne,15,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2003 Special Reserve Viognier-Marsanne White (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2003-special-reserve-viognier-marsanne-white-vin-pays-doc/,White Blend,2003,Les Jamelles
13.5,Red,Spain,"A lightweight specimen with tomato, earth, leaves and leather on the nose. Cherry and cola flavors are distant but solid, while the acidity is out there, bordering on scouring. Modest in scope, with some appeal. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Dominio de Malpica,15,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Osborne Selección 2002 Dominio de Malpica Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-seleccion-2002-dominio-malpica-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Osborne Selección
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A disappointing Port from a firm that is better known for its Sherries and brandies. The fruit is highly perfumed, with aromas of geraniums, but is not at all structured. Instead, it is much more in a light, fresh style.",Vintage,50,84,Port,,,Osborne 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Osborne
13.4,Red,Argentina,"Fresh and alert, with snappy red raspberry and pie cherry flavors. Seems almost citrusy due to perky acids, while outsized tannins make sure there's length to the finish. Imported by Epic Wines.",,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2003 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2003-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2003,Zolo
,Red,US,"The fruit here is so pretty—it's all black cherries and black raspberries. It's a little rustic, but perfectly drinkable, and you can't beat the price.",Coastal Ridge,7,84,California,California Other,California,Napa Ridge 2003 Coastal Ridge Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2003-coastal-ridge-merlot-other/,Merlot,2003,Napa Ridge
12.5,Red,France,,Domaine Sirugue Clos de la Belle Marguerite,18,84,Burgundy,Côte de Nuits-Villages,,Labouré-Roi 2002 Domaine Sirugue Clos de la Belle Marguerite  (Côte de Nuits-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2002-domaine-sirugue-clos-de-belle-marguerite-pinot-noir-cote-nuits-villages/,Pinot Noir,2002,Labouré-Roi
12.5,White,France,"A simple, fruity white best as an easy quaffer before dinner, this wine prominently features notes of tropical fruit and pineapple, with apple and pear flavors in support. Clean and fresh, if a little short on the finish. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,8,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,La Vieille Ferme 2004 White (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-2004-white-cotes-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,La Vieille Ferme
13,White,France,,Côte de Léchet Premier Cru,28,84,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 Côte de Léchet Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-cote-lechet-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
13.5,White,Chile,"A bit antiseptic but with some likable floral and green-apple aromas. Citrus carries the palate, especially grapefruit and orange. Dry and clean on the finish, with some peppery, bitter cleansing notes. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,8,84,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2004-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Aresti
12.5,White,South Africa,"This crisp Sauvignon doesn't wow with intensity, weight or complexity. But it is a clean, well-crafted wine at an excellent price. Snappy grapefruit flavors are buttressed by hints of honeyed peach and a refreshing finish. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2004-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Golden Kaan
,Red,US,"Eberle has built more tannic structure into this reserve wine than into their regular Steinbeck Syrah. That seems to have come at the cost of some fruity ripeness, however. At the same time, there's a curious sweetness. It adds up to an awkwardness that's unlikely to change with age.",Steinbeck Vineyard Reserve,45,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2002 Steinbeck Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2002-steinbeck-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2002,Eberle
16,Red,Italy,"Rustic and a bit sour, with rhubarb and pie cherry. But there's also a sweet, caramelized element as well. Overall it's just not that focused or charming.",,70,84,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Guerrieri Rizzardi
12.5,Red,France,,Grande Cuvée,12,84,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2004 Grande Cuvée  (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2004-grande-cuvee-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2004,Georges Duboeuf
,Rose,US,"There's lots to like in this blush wine, made from Bordeaux grapes. It shows spicy cherry and sweet anise flavors, and has enough crisp acidity to make it bright and clean.",SkinFlint,8,84,California,California Other,California,CheapSkate 2004 SkinFlint Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheapskate-2004-skinflint-rose-other/,Rosé,2004,CheapSkate
12.5,Red,France,,,21,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Preuillac 2001  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-preuillac-2001-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Château Preuillac
,Red,US,"Pleasant and uncomplicated, this is an easy Pinot to understand. Plays it straight down the middle, a gently silky wine with cola, cherry, vanilla, cocoa and spice flavors.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2004 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Beringer
,Red,Spain,"Pretty darn good red wine for what it costs. Smells like pure raspberries and black cherries, with nothing mucking it up. Has balance and acid, a solid mouthfeel, and no abnormal funk or green. In its price category it's as good as you could ask for. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",,6,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Campos Reales 2004 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campos-reales-2004-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2004,Campos Reales
13.5,White,France,"Tastes like any number of other oaky Chardonnays, well made but lacking distinction. Toasty on the nose, followed by decent apple and citrus fruit and good persistence on the finish. Imported by Sieur d'Arques Wines.",Toques et Clochers Clocher de Saint Sernin Reserve Christian Meuser Vigneron,33,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Limoux,,Sieur d'Arques 2003 Toques et Clochers Clocher de Saint Sernin Reserve Christian Meuser Vigneron Chardonnay (Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sieur-darques-2003-toques-clochers-clocher-saint-sernin-reserve-christian-meuser-vigneron-chardonnay-limoux/,Chardonnay,2003,Sieur d'Arques
14,Red,Chile,"Great color but a bit green on the nose. Amid the timid bell pepper and green bean accents—and they're just that, accents—there's dark fruit and espresso. Very good in terms of mouthfeel, with structure and balance. Lots of positives here; but alas, some of the veggies as well. Imported by Viña la Rosa USA.",La Capitana,12,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2003 La Capitana Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2003-capitana-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2003,Viña La Rosa
13,White,Austria,"Unmistakably Sauvignon Blanc, with fresh, green, herbal aromas backed by hints of pineapple, grapefruit and melon. Light in body and alcohol and crisply refreshing, this is the perfect antidote to oppressive heat and humidity. Imported by Great Wines International.",,7,85,Burgenland,,,Schindler 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schindler-2004-sauvignon-blanc-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Schindler
13.5,White,Chile,"Crisp, with aromas of grapefruit, citrus and a touch of bitter greens. Citrus dominates the mouth as flavors of tangerine, grapefruit and orange rise to the surface. Finishes racy and zesty, with firm acid ity at the center. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",,9,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Ema 2004 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2004-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Santa Ema
13,White,France,"Broad and mouthfilling, with apple, melon and mineral flavors that fan out nicely across the palate. A nicely balanced table wine that could easily partner with fish or poultry. Imported by Winesellers Ltd.",,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2004 Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2004-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2004,Tortoise Creek
,White,South Africa,"From mature bush vines, this wine is fresh, balanced and with just a fine touch of spice and some honey. The Môreson vineyard is on the flat valley floor of the Franschhoek valley, giving some ripe, full-bodied fruit. Imported by wine@34south.",,14,85,Franschhoek,,,Môreson 2004 Chenin Blanc (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-2004-chenin-blanc-franschhoek/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Môreson
13,Red,France,,,39,85,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2003  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2003-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2003,Patriarche Père et Fils
,White,Spain,"From the same owners of Naia in Rueda, this racy Albariño is made by Alistair Gardner, from New Zealand, and it comes across fairly crisp and tight. Lemon and green apple notes carry the nose and palate, each of which is fresh but somewhat linear and mute. A sharp, albeit clean, wine. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",,16,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Nora 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nora-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Nora
,White,South Africa,"This newly created South African brand, a joint venture between the German firm Racke and the South African KWV, is producing some well-made, immediately attractive wines, such as this Chenin Blanc. It has good, Golden Delicious apple flavors, richness and just a touch of toast. The aftertaste is dry, but leaves some softness as well. Imported by Golden Kaan USA.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2005 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2005-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Golden Kaan
14,Red,Chile,A throwback wine to the days when nobody knew much about Carmenère. Why? Because it's natural and terroir-based. The result of which is raw bell pepper and herbal flavors along with zingy red plum and raspberry. At one moment it's green and leafy; at the next you taste Bordeaux and revel in its earthiness.,Don Maximiano Estate Single Vineyard,25,85,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2003 Don Maximiano Estate Single Vineyard Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2003-don-maximiano-estate-single-vineyard-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Errazuriz
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Round and woody, with dry fruit on the nose. Cherry, blackberry and some meatiness make for a recognizable, easy-to-like palate. Finishes a bit soft, with little acidity or kick. Drink now. Imported by Estilo Campo.",Gran,17,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas de Santos 2002 Gran Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-santos-2002-gran-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Cavas de Santos
,Red,US,"This round and supple Merlot is ripe in juicy blackberry and coffee flavors, framed in chewy, soft tannins. It's totally dry, and shows lots of class for the price.",Reserve,15,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Barefoot Cellars 2003 Reserve Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2003-reserve-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2003,Barefoot Cellars
13,Red,Spain,"Toasty and rough at first, but it settles. Flavors of root beer and jammy fruit are carried on a creamy palate. Solid and round if given time, with some syrupy sweetness courtesy of the hot vintage. Imported by Luneau USA Inc.",,10,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Altos de Tamaron 2003  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altos-tamaron-2003-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2003,Altos de Tamaron
15,Red,Italy,"Two of our reviewers zeroed in on the wine's volatility, noting apple skin and nail polish aromas. But our third sampler found sweet, almondy scents and easygoing cherry and plum characteristics. A wine of no consensus: two-thirds of the camp found it lean and just acceptable; the other third liked it significantly more.",,65,85,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brigaldara 2000  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brigaldara-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Brigaldara
,White,US,"Appeals right up the middle with its range of grassy, citrusy flavors that are dry and tart, and softer peaches and cream notes. The peppery, spicy midpalate and finish make this wine especially food-friendly.",Founders' Estate,11,85,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2004 Founders' Estate Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2004-founders-estate-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Beringer
,Red,US,"There's a ton of juicy Zin character in this pleasant wine. It has bigtime cherry, black raspberry and blackberry flavors with a rich chocolate streak, and a raw, acidic edginess that cries out for food.",Founders' Estate Old Vine,11,85,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2003 Founders' Estate Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2003-founders-estate-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2003,Beringer
,Red,US,"Here's a Merlot that's forward in jammy black cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors. It's soft, in the way of warm country wines, but the firm tannins provide a good structure.",Los Osos,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2002 Los Osos Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2002-los-osos-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2002,J. Lohr
,Red,Chile,"To get this wine ripe, the grapes were picked in May (the equivalent of November in the U.S.). And still it has a zesty persona. The bouquet offers distant, meaty notes along with shades of asphalt and violets, but it's fairly tart and juicy in the mouth, with sharp raspberry fruit. Imported by Daniel Johnnes Wines.",Bayo Oscuro,28,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2003 Bayo Oscuro Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2003-bayo-oscuro-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2003,Kingston Family
,Red,US,"This unusual blend is effusively fruity. You can find just about any flavor you want, but the cherries stand out. It's also dryish-sweetish, with the accent on dry, and well-structured.",Big Red,13,85,California,California Other,California,Hop Kiln NV Big Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hop-kiln-nv-big-red-other/,Red Blend,,Hop Kiln
,White,US,"From a warmish Monterey County appellation comes this soft, creamy Chard. It has pretty flavors of very ripe white peaches and apricots, drizzled with vanilla, and seems a little sweet.",Estate,22,85,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Heller Estate 2003 Estate Chardonnay (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heller-estate-2003-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Heller Estate
,White,France,"A crisp, fresh, medium-weight wine that starts off a little stinky and sulfurous before righting itself. Decant in advance to enjoy the apple and smoke aromas and flavors and refreshing finish.",Premier Cru,16,85,Burgundy,Montagny,,Labouré-Roi 2003 Premier Cru  (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2003-premier-cru-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2003,Labouré-Roi
12.5,White,France,,,17,85,Burgundy,Petit Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2004  Petit Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2004-chardonnay-petit-chablis/,Chardonnay,2004,La Chablisienne
,Dessert,US,"This is a sweet wine, with fruity flavors of apricots, and notes of wildflowers, honey and spice. It has balancing acidity and a smooth texture.",Late Harvest,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2003 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2003-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2003,Husch
,Red,US,"Marked by excessive alcohol, this is a hot, clumsy Cabernet. It's deficient in lively acidity, with worn-down cherry and mocha flavors.",Coombsville,39,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 2001 Coombsville Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-2001-coombsville-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Bighorn
13,White,France,,Clos des Tessons,48,83,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre 2003 Clos des Tessons  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-sauvestre-2003-clos-tessons-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2003,Domaine Vincent Sauvestre
,Red,US,"Nearly five years of aging has not helped this wine. It's hot and awkward, with low acids and an herbal edge to the blackberry fruit.",Grand Reserve,49,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 2000 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-2000-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Bighorn
13.8,Red,Argentina,"The plum, raisin and oak aromas are familiar, while the cherry-based palate is snappy and abrasive. Gritty, without much flesh, yet not off in terms of taste. A blend of 65% Malbec, 35% Tempranillo. Imported by Global Wine Imports LLC.",,14,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Cristina 2001 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-cristina-2001-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2001,Doña Cristina
13.9,White,Argentina,"Waxy and oily, with flavors of orange and other citrus fruits. The feel is kind of flat and heavy, with chunky melon on the finish. Imported by Hand Picked Selections.",,12,82,Mendoza Province,,,Alfredo Roca 2004 Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfredo-roca-2004-chardonnay-san-rafael/,Chardonnay,2004,Alfredo Roca
,Red,US,"Tough and weedy and slightly green in aroma, although it turns medicinal-sweet in cherries in the mouth.",Estates,15,82,California,California Other,California,Raymond 2002 Estates Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2002-estates-merlot-other/,Merlot,2002,Raymond
,Red,US,"Rustic and simple, with coffee and herb flavors and sharp acids. Turns blackberryish on the finish.",Angeline,10,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Martin Ray 2002 Angeline Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2002-angeline-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Martin Ray
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Herbal, with aromas reminscent of dried grass alongside modest cherry flavors. A lightweight.",,10,82,Western Cape,,,Golden Kaan 2003 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-kaan-2003-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2003,Golden Kaan
13.5,White,South Africa,"Has some tasty elements, ranging from grilled peaches to roasted nuts, but they fail to come together with a true sense of harmony, leaving rough edges behind on the slightly bitter finish. Imported by Hemingway and Hale.",,7,82,Western Cape,,,Gôiya 2004 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goiya-2004-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2004,Gôiya
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Caramel aromas give a strange, unbalanced nature to this wine. It is soft, with ripe, but unfocused fruit. Imported Broadbent Selections, Inc.",Vintage,78,82,Port,,,Ferreira 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Ferreira
,Red,US,"An awkward wine that keeps its alcohol moderate at the cost of residual sugar. Some will like this old-fashioned, jug-wine style.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2002 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2002-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2002,EOS
13,Red,France,"Minty and citrusy, lacking much ripe fruit character. Lean and tart on the finish. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports.",Jaja,7,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Château de Jau 2003 Jaja Syrah-Grenache (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jau-2003-jaja-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah-Grenache,2003,Château de Jau
9,Red,Argentina,"A sugary kosher brother to the dry Bonarda; this is basically a replacement for sweet Concord-based wines. It offers cotton candy and cherry flavors, and a sticky yet not too heavy mouthfeel. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",Semi-Sweet,8,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Byblos 2004 Semi-Sweet Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byblos-2004-semi-sweet-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,Byblos
13,Red,Chile,"Slightly mulchy and damp, with herbal red fruit reflecting plum and cherry. Mildly tannic with a simple finish. Never really finds a groove. Imported by Quality Wine Direct.",,11,82,Curicó Valley,,,Gran Roble 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-roble-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Gran Roble
,Red,US,"Vintage #1 smells very new-oaky. The wine itself is ripe in cherries, but has the flaw of excessive residual sugar, making it cloying. Let's hope Vintage #2 is dry.",,25,82,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Primos 2003 Sangiovese (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primos-2003-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Sangiovese,2003,Primos
12.5,Red,France,,,10,82,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2003  Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2003-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2003,Patriarche Père et Fils
13,Red,France,"A 50-50 blend of Syrah and Grenache that's marred by sulfury notes on the nose that come across as garlicky on the palate. Seems to have decent weight and texture, so may be worth a try if you are less sensitive to these compounds. Imported by Vranken America.",,13,81,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Réal Martin 2001 Syrah-Grenache (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-real-martin-2001-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-cotes/,Syrah-Grenache,2001,Château Réal Martin
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Opaque purple in color, with harsh aromas of cigar ash, green beans and pencil lead. Flavors of carob and beet are not that friendly, while the mouthfeel is rock hard; the tannins are piercing and the feel is scouring.",Cadus,37,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2001 Cadus Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2001-cadus-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Nieto Senetiner
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Vegetal on the nose, with flavors of stewed plum and black olive. Salinity on the finish doesn't really help this wine, which struggles across the board. Imported by Billington Imports.",,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2003 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2003-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2003,Alamos
12.5,Red,Spain,"Flat and gassy. Bland apple flavors carry the palate, followed by a short, low-acid finish. Imported by HAB North America.",,12,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cosme Palacio y Hermanos 2003  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosme-palacio-hermanos-2003-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2003,Cosme Palacio y Hermanos
,Red,US,"Hot, raw and unbalanced, this is not a successful wine despite good fruity flavor.",,19,81,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2002 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2002-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2002,Geyser Peak
13,Red,Chile,"Vinegar and horseradish mar the plum notes on the nose, while the palate is exceedingly lean and snappy. Raspberry flavors fade as fast they arrive, and overall it's devoid of richness.",,9,81,Curicó Valley,,,Viñedos de Canata 2003 Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-canata-2003-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2003,Viñedos de Canata
14,Red,Spain,"Purple in color, but clumsy from start to finish. The nose is oily and loaded with balsamic notes along with berry jam. Prune and chocolate flavors are awkward and aggressive. Extract over balance is the formula. Imported by CIV/USA.",,7,81,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Infinitus 2004 Syrah (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinitus-2004-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vino-tierra-castilla/,Syrah,2004,Infinitus
,Red,US,"Starts with an unpleasant asparagus smell. It's dry, tannic and simple on the palate.",,28,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marshall 2001 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marshall-2001-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2001,Marshall
13.5,Red,Spain,"Murky aromas of milk chocolate and cherry don't forecast the tart, snappy boysenberry flavors that follow. Very jumpy and acidic, with a shrill mouthfeel.",Roble,9,81,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arribeño 2003 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arribeno-2003-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Arribeño
14,Red,Chile,"Challenged Carmenère. It has a lot of vinegar, bell pepper and green bean to it. Mouthfeel is fine; flavors of beet juice mixed with cola don't really cut it.",,7,81,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Rivas 2003 Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rivas-2003-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Casa Rivas
14.3,Red,Argentina,"Smells of coffee syrup and green beans, with fudge and gamy fruit in support. Rather cloying on the palate, with a bitter, black-pepper finish. Very hard and bordering on too tough to drink. Imported by Portet Wine Selections.",,12,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ñandú 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nandu-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Ñandú
14.2,Red,US,"Fruity, but overly soft and sweet, with a sugary finish.",Carnivàl,24,81,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2001 Carnivàl Meritage (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2001-carnival-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Meritage,2001,Leal Vineyards
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Weedy, with modest black cherry fruit that loses its way in a bog of dried leaves, coffee and green herbs.",,9,81,Western Cape,,,KWV 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,KWV
,White,South Africa,"Rather thin and dilute, this wine succeeds because of its easy style and total lack of complexity. Pleasant and clean. Imported by Virgo Imports.",,,81,Worcester,,,Rockfields 2005 Chenin Blanc (Worcester),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockfields-2005-chenin-blanc-worcester/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Rockfields
14,Red,South Africa,"Not completely clean, with some sulfury notes that linger annoyingly throughout. Aside from that, there's some decent plum and black cherry fruit and a soft, easy finish.",,9,81,Western Cape,,,Kumala 2004 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumala-2004-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2004,Kumala
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Over-floral and overperfumed aromas lead to a Port that is lean, with rather too many green flavors. The dry tannins are too much for the fruit. Imported by Aidil Wines & Liquor Inc.",Vintage,30,81,Port,,,Borges 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Borges
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Seems dominated by brett, with sweaty leather, cedar and hickory smoke aromas and flavors, like a horse that's been ridden hard and put away wet. Metallic on the finish, coupled with drying tannins. Imported by Great Wines International.",Estate,32,82,Stellenbosch,,,Vergenoegd 2000 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergenoegd-2000-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Vergenoegd
15,Red,South Africa,"Shows good ripeness by some measures—smooth tannins, relatively high alcohol—but not by others, as it also exhibits plenty of roasted green pepper aromas. Chocolate and cassis give it some redeeming flavors, and they pick up hints of black pepper on the finish. Might get better with age.",Red,59,82,Stellenbosch,,,Vergelegen 2001 Red Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vergelegen-2001-red-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Vergelegen
,Red,US,"High in alcohol, with a hot mouthfeel, this wine has caramel and raisin aromas. It turns dry and tannic in the mouth.",Heritage Clones,20,82,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2003 Heritage Clones Petite Sirah (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2003-heritage-clones-petite-sirah-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Petite Sirah,2003,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"Simple, fruity and medicinal, with semisweet cherry flavors, and a soft feel.",Angeline,10,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Martin Ray 2002 Angeline Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2002-angeline-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2002,Martin Ray
12,White,Spain,"A bit gaseous and chunky on the nose, with a lot of heavy melon character. The palate is fatter than ideal, with dull fruit flavors. Base level, without much going on. Imported by 57 Main Street Wine Co.",,15,82,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo Viladomar 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-viladomar-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Pazo Viladomar
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark and jammy on the nose, with a spot of vinegar and sharp leather. Tangy plum and cherry flavors on the palate, with sharp-edged tannins. The puckery finish shows coffee and mocha shadings. Imported by Table 31 Imports.",,11,82,Other,San Juan,,Mayu 2003 Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayu-2003-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2003,Mayu
,Red,US,"Pretty basic fare, raw and harsh, but with some redeeming berry flavors that finish dry.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2002 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2002-merlot-other/,Merlot,2002,Mirassou
,Red,US,"Rather unripe, with green mint and cherry flavors and a sharpness through the finish.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Mirassou
13.5,White,France,"Bright bergamot and green apple aromas presage a lean wine that ends up overly lemony, yet lacking precision at the same time. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Gentilhomme,11,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Ogier 2003 Gentilhomme White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ogier-2003-gentilhomme-white-cotes/,White Blend,2003,Ogier
13.5,Red,Chile,"Initial burnt, harsh aromas transition to peanut and raisin if given time. The palate is tangy and lean, with base-level red fruit. Decent acidity and some chocolate on the finish. Imported by Broadbent Selections, Inc.",,8,82,Chile,,,Aresti 2003 Merlot (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2003-merlot/,Merlot,2003,Aresti
13,White,France,,Vaillon Premier Cru,28,82,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2003 Vaillon Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2003-vaillon-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2003,La Chablisienne
13.5,White,Chile,"Oddly oily, with aromas of cotton candy. Heavy citrus and pineapple makes up the flavor profile, and the finish lacks intensity. Bland overall, and loses focus rapidly. Imported by Terra Andina.",,8,82,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2004 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2004-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Terra Andina
,White,US,"If there's any fruit in this massively oaked wine, it's hard to find. Little but char, vanilla and toast hit you, with a sweet dill finish.",,13,82,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,STG 2003 Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stg-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2003,STG
,White,South Africa,"The brand is well known, but this wine does not live up to the hype. It is fat, full, oaky and toasty, while the fruit seems too soft for the layers of wood, and throws the whole wine out of balance. Imported by Vineyard Brands.",,17,82,Coastal Region,,,Spice Route 2004 Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-2004-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2004,Spice Route
13,Red,Spain,"Fruit mixes with earth and leather to create a decent bouquet. Medicinal fruit and chocolate make for a basic palate. Has good feel and balance, but finishes sweet and a touch weedy. Imported by XLS Imports.",Tinto,10,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Tiberio 2003 Tinto  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiberio-2003-tinto-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2003,Tiberio
,Red,US,"Pretty rude stuff, a harsh, hot wine that's recognizably Pinot Noir with its silky structure and cherry flavors, but that's about it.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,CheapSkate 2002 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheapskate-2002-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2002,CheapSkate
13.5,Rose,France,"A passable attempt at a prestige rosé, with toasty, vanilla notes that supplant rather than support the watermelon, strawberry and apple flavors. Imported by Chancel Père & Fils.",Reserve Les Merises,18,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 2003 Reserve Les Merises Rosé (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-2003-reserve-merises-rose-cotes-luberon/,Rosé,2003,Château Val Joanis
14,Red,Argentina,"Hard and slightly chemical, with heavy fruit that is almost stewed. Very firm tannins and plenty of oak on the finish result in a grabby, chunky wine that registers as forceful, yet short on charm. Imported by Tastings Import Company.",Reserve,23,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2003 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2003-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chakana
,Red,US,"Dry and raspingly tannic, this wine offers little now in the way of fruit.",Reserve,40,82,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Geyser Peak 2001 Reserve Merlot (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2001-reserve-merlot-sonoma-knights-valley/,Merlot,2001,Geyser Peak
13,Red,France,"Smells of dried spices and earth, but alsop shows hints of alcoholic warmth and sun-baked blackberries. Earth and tobacco flavors predominate on the palate, with a dried-fruit finish and some astringent tannins. Seems to be past peak already.",Pommard,32,82,Burgundy,Pommard,,Labouré-Roi 2002 Pommard  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2002-pommard-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2002,Labouré-Roi
14.2,White,Argentina,"Heavy and flat, with bulky butterscotch and ultraripe peach aromas. Starts better than it finishes; the initial citrus and melon flavors show some pop, but airing turns it mealy. Imported by Epic Wines.",,14,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2003 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2003-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2003,Zolo
13.7,Red,Chile,"A strong whiff of olive and leather carries the nose, which simply isn't that fruity. Berry fruit and some green notes on the palate. Oaky and drying late. Imported by Billington Imports.",Big Tattoo,9,82,Colchagua Valley,,,2 Brothers 2003 Big Tattoo Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2-brothers-2003-big-tattoo-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2003,2 Brothers
13.5,White,Austria,"Dominated by charred wood, with aromas of burnt marshmallow taking the lead. Has a decent texture and flavors of lemon and butter along with a short finish. Imported by Winemonger.com.",Darscho,25,82,Burgenland,,,Velich 2002 Darscho Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velich-2002-darscho-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2002,Velich
14,Red,South Africa,"Shows plenty of character, but it's not always entirely pleasant, combining leather, horse sweat and Band-Aid aromas with a smooth, medium-weight mouthfeel. Imported by Indigo Wine Group.",,10,82,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2003 Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2003-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2003,Robertson Winery
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Shows a somewhat earthy character, which leaves it unfocused and dominated by rustic perfumes.",Valle Longo Vintage,,82,Port,,,Vallegre 2003 Valle Longo Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallegre-2003-valle-longo-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Vallegre
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Gets going with some murky, rubbery notes as well as hints of sugar beet and rhubarb. Caramel, milk chocolate and marshmallow flavors override basic fruit on the tongue, leaving a sticky, quasi-artificial quality. Seems forced. Imported by Allied Domecq Wines USA.",,11,82,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2004 Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2004-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2004,Graffigna
,White,US,"This barrel-fermented wine was aged in 76% new French oak. The Chardonnay has a spicy vanilla character of its own. That double whammy drowns out the tropical fruit, making the wine all toast and sweet vanilla.",Winemaker's Reserve,30,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Château Souverain 2003 Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2003-winemakers-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Château Souverain
14,Red,Chile,"Gritty, raw and lean, with jammy aromas of strawberry and cherry. Tastes very sweet initially, then fades quickly. Finishes mildly bitter. Imported by T.G.I.C. Importers.",Limited Selection,16,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2004 Limited Selection Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2004-limited-selection-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2004,Montes
,White,US,"Kind of earthy and mute, and also soft, with the flavor of canned fruit syrup, although it's fairly dry.",Dylan,25,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Oriel 2003 Dylan Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2003-dylan-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Oriel
,Red,US,"Forest Glen's first ever reserve bottling is very dark, very dry and very tannic, to the point of palate-searing astringency. It also seems to have high acids, creating a sour taste and burn on the finish.",Reserve,34,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Forest Glen 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Forest Glen
13,Red,France,"Lean and light, with tart cherries and cranberries that race to a crisply acidic finish.",,25,82,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Moillard 2002  Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-moillard-2002-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2002,Domaine Moillard
,White,US,"It's slightly sweet and quite rustic, but serviceable.",Barefoot on the Beach,4,82,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Barefoot on the Beach White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-beach-white-other/,White Blend,,Barefoot Cellars
13,White,France,,,19,82,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Château de Marsannay 2002  Marsannay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marsannay-2002-chardonnay-marsannay/,Chardonnay,2002,Château de Marsannay
13,White,Argentina,A chalky wine with aromas of flowers and powdered sugar. Light in the mouth and striving for focus. Shows some lemon rind and dryness on the finish. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.,,6,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Castle View 2004 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-view-2004-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2004,Castle View
12.5,White,Chile,"Sort of sweet, with aromas of jelly beans and Easter candies. That sweetness carries to the palate, where apple and lime accents join the fray. Finishes short and kind of empty. Imported by Corkscrew Imports.",,9,82,Bío Bío Valley,,,Viñedos de Canata 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-canata-2004-sauvignon-blanc-bio-bio-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Viñedos de Canata
,Red,US,"This is ripe enough, but tastes too sugary sweet, and has a raw, unfinished edge.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Pepperwood Grove
,Red,US,"This Petite Sirah seems ripe and unripe at the same time. It has a veggie aroma, yet some almost sweet raisiny flavors.",,25,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mettler Family Vineyards 2002 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mettler-family-2002-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2002,Mettler Family Vineyards
,White,US,"This winery's Pinot Gris always has a fair amount of color, but sometimes it drifts over from straw to tawny gold, right on the edge of oxidation. Here there is a vegetal/grassy tone that dominates; missing is the fresh pear fruit.",,10,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2004 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2004-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2004,Montinore
13,White,Chile,"Overloaded with resiny oak, so much so that the fruit is buried. What's left is vanilla and a whole lot of banana. In fact, this wine tastes like the liquid version of Jell-O brand banana pudding.",Reserve,13,82,Maule Valley,,,Valdivieso 2003 Reserve Viognier (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2003-reserve-viognier-maule-valley/,Viognier,2003,Valdivieso
14,Red,Chile,"Starts out sharp but settles after a while. Chewy and more sweet on the palate, but unconvincing as serious Cab goes. Bits of chocolate and crusty fruit work the thick, heavy finish. Fails to impress. Imported by Winebow.",Gran Reserva,13,82,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2002 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2002-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,TerraNoble
,Red,US,"I don't know if there's technical residual sugar in this wine, but it sure tastes like it. Brings to mind sweetened cherry cough medicine, with a flat, syrupy finish.",PAU,50,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2000 PAU Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2000-pau-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2000,J. Lohr
,Red,US,"This dark, awkward wine is a little sharp around the edges, with a rough earthiness framing herb and berry flavors.",Rhone de Robles,18,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2003 Rhone de Robles Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2003-rhone-robles-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Robert Hall
,White,US,"Super-oaky, with what smells and tastes like heavy char that gives it a burnt, ashy note, although there are some decent peach flavors.",Barrel Reserve,9,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. George 2001 Barrel Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-george-2001-barrel-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,St. George
,Red,US,"With its sticky sweet finish and raw acidity, this Zin-like wine leaves a lot to be desired.",Contento Vineyard,18,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2003 Contento Vineyard Primitivo (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2003-contento-vineyard-zinfandel-primitivo-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Primitivo,2003,Brutocao
13,White,South Africa,"Veers a bit too far into the vegetal lane for this reviewer, although others may find it simply herbal. Passion fruit and citrus elements lose out to green pepper and asparagus notes. Short finish. Imported by Hemingway and Hale.",,13,82,Coastal Region,,,Serengeti 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serengeti-2004-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Serengeti
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Damp and murky, with aromas of burnt toast and flavors of beets and raspberry. The feel is round and lactic, with unfocused grapy fruit. Imported by A.V. Imports Inc.",,9,82,Other,Cafayate,,Quara 2004 Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quara-2004-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2004,Quara
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dilute and leafy, with slightly stewed red-fruit flavors. Finishes with some toast and smoke, but not much body. Seems more lifeless than it should be; almost Old World in style. Imported by Oriel Wines.",VQM,17,82,Maipo Valley,,,Oriel 2000 VQM Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2000-vqm-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Oriel
13,Red,France,"The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot, which could make for an interesting wine. Unfortunately, this effort, while possessed of supple tannins and fine balance, also boasts an odd garlicky note on the nose, which I found distracting. Imported by Low Country Imports.",Cirrus CSM,17,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Cabardes,,Abbotts 2000 Cirrus CSM Red (Cabardes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-2000-cirrus-csm-red-cabardes/,Red Blend,2000,Abbotts
,Dessert,US,"Alas, the long name can't compensate for the deficiencies here. While it's very sweet, it's also sharp and hot, with a cloying, syrupy mouthfeel.",Brothers Ranch Vineyard 5 Block 5A Late Harvest,20,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2002 Brothers Ranch Vineyard 5 Block 5A Late Harvest Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2002-brothers-ranch-vineyard-5-block-5a-late-harvest-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2002,EOS
,White,US,"Generically ripe and oaky, with a taste of canned apricot and peach syrup. Will do for everyday occasions.",,12,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Huntington 2004 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2004-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2004,Huntington
13,Red,France,,Clos de Epenots Premier Cru,43,82,Burgundy,Pommard,,Château de Meursault 2001 Clos de Epenots Premier Cru  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-2001-clos-de-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2001,Château de Meursault
,Red,Spain,"Smells like fruit bubble gum and even though it settles down with time in the glass, it really doesn't offer much besides jumpy fruit. Devoid of complexity despite being clean and juicy. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",Verde,8,82,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2004 Verde Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2004-verde-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2004,Bodegas Luzón
14,Red,Chile,"Spicy and grassy, from nose to palate to finish. The feel is snappy and charged up, with jumpy acids and pie cherry flavors. Finishes tangy and saucy.",,7,82,Rapel Valley,,,Carmen 2003 Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2003-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Carmen
13,White,France,"Despite pleasant aromas of apple tinged with cinnamon, vanilla and honey, the palate is hard, with grapefruit and sour apple flavors. Imported by Click Wine Group.",Fat Bastard,11,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Thierry & Guy 2003 Fat Bastard Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thierry-guy-2003-fat-bastard-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2003,Thierry & Guy
13.5,White,Chile,"Passion fruit and citrus aromas carry the nose, but they run alongside some strong vegetal aromas. Flavorwise, we're talking green apple and celery, while the finish is crisp. Has its strong points but also a bold vegetal underbelly. Multiple U.S. importers.",,10,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2004-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Viña Casas del Bosque
,Red,US,"Rough in texture, sharp in vinegary acids, this is a hard wine to like. It's not going anywhere, but the fruity flavors wlll be fine with simple fare.",,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quail Ridge 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-ridge-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Quail Ridge
,Red,US,"Not clear what Viader was trying to do. Overly soft and featureless in texture, this wine has earthy, dusty flavors with hints of cherries and oak, and a thick, cloying finish.",DARE,41,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Viader 2003 DARE Tempranillo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viader-2003-dare-tempranillo-napa-valley/,Tempranillo,2003,Viader
,Red,US,"Tastes sharp and a little unripe, with a green, minty streak that cuts through the cherry fruit. Other than that, the tannins, acids and oak are fine.",,35,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rutherford Hill
,Red,US,"Shows a myriad of red stone fruit and berry flavors mingled with fresh spices, in the cutest little bottle you've ever seen. But there's sugar in the finish, which lowers the score.",**1 Liter**,15,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Martin Ray 2001 **1 Liter** Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2001-1-liter-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2001,Martin Ray
,White,US,"The reserve is a bigger version of the regular Pinot, with more heat, more tannin, more bite. Sharp, hot and acidic, with green tannins that seem to thin out the finish.",Winemaker's Reserve,19,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2002 Winemaker's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2002-winemakers-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Montinore
13.7,White,Chile,"Lime and slate on the nose, but then it opens and turns blowsy. Surprisingly tart to the taste, with citrus and green apple in front and banana in the rear. Finishes flat, with a soda-water quality. Imported by C & C Imports, LLC.",Colección Especial,11,83,Maule Valley,,,Melania 2004 Colección Especial Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melania-2004-coleccion-especial-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2004,Melania
14,Red,Spain,"Good size but struggles a bit. The nose is a touch green and murky, but below the surface there's solid raspberry and plum fruit. Shows some oak and barnyard throughout, and runs fairly smooth through the finish. Imported by CIV/USA.",,10,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Finca Antigua 2003 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-antigua-2003-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2003,Finca Antigua
14.5,Red,Italy,"Overtly heavy and stewy on the nose, and quite citrusy in the mouth, almost to the point of being sour. Finishes too sharp and bitter to rate higher.",Della Serenissima,34,83,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Fratelli Gancia 1999 Della Serenissima  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-gancia-1999-della-serenissima-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1999,Fratelli Gancia
,Red,US,"Smells and tastes rather vegetal, although there are equally strong fruity flavors. It's as though someone fell asleep at the sorting table. A rustic wine.",Revelation,34,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 2002 Revelation Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-2002-revelation-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2002,Epiphany
,Red,US,"Very dry and earthy, with a scour of acidy tannins, this Pinot isn't showing much fruit. It has coffee flavors, but is most notable for the astringent finish.",Estate,26,83,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Koves-Newlan 2002 Estate Pinot Noir (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koves-newlan-2002-estate-pinot-noir-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Pinot Noir,2002,Koves-Newlan
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A joint venture between J.M. da Fonseca, one of the largest Portuguese wine producers, and Cristiano van Zeller. This is a curious wine, which is spoiled by caramel flavors and some toast. Not a success overall, although there is certainly some good black fruit there. Imported by Commonwealth Wine & Spirits Inc.",Vintage,,83,Port,,,J.M. da Fonseca and Van Zeller 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-fonseca-van-zeller-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,J.M. da Fonseca and Van Zeller
,Red,US,"Beautiful aromas in this wine, with its perfume of wild forest blueberries, smoke, earth and just a hint of raisins. Would be better if it weren't so soft, to the point of collapse.",Old Vine,10,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Jewel 2002 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jewel-2002-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2002,Jewel
12.5,Red,France,,Maximum,13,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Labouré-Roi 2003 Maximum  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2003-maximum-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2003,Labouré-Roi
13.5,Red,Chile,"Raisiny, with aromas of stewed fruit and sweet almond candy. Basic but blunted on the palate, with a dull feel and nonexistent tannins. Adequate on a good day; a bit weedy. Imported by Joseph Victori Wines.",Reserva,10,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,Viña San Esteban 2003 Reserva Shiraz (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-san-esteban-2003-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-aconcagua-valley/,Shiraz,2003,Viña San Esteban
13.5,Red,Chile,"Stewy, with aromas of black olive and raisins. Tastes a bit herbal; but there's sweet red fruit as well. Kind of candied on the finish, with some chewiness. Imported by Joseph Victori Wines.",Reserva,10,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,Viña San Esteban 2003 Reserva Merlot (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-san-esteban-2003-reserva-merlot-aconcagua-valley/,Merlot,2003,Viña San Esteban
,White,US,"This inexpensive Chard tastes herbal, with dill and thyme flavors that turn mildly peachy and appley on the finish.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2004 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2004-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2004,Bogle
13,White,Spain,"Barrel fermented and strange, with some likable characteristics and others you could do without. The nose features butterscotch, corn and mustard, while the palate is flat in one sense but also shows a powerful beam of acidity. Finishes waxy yet sour. Hard to grasp. Imported by CIV/USA.",Conde de Valdemar,15,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2002 Conde de Valdemar Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2002-conde-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2002,Bodegas Valdemar
,Red,US,"It's surprising to see a four-year-old wine released at such an inexpensive price. Maybe Beringer was hoping it would come around. Instead, it's just tired. Already losing fruit, it's dry and brittle.",,19,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2001 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2001,Beringer
12.5,Red,Argentina,"A kosher Bonarda with hard, spicy aromas but not a whole lot of fruit. Lean and peppery in the mouth, with toasty, bitter finishing flavors. Deep diggers will find some black cherry in the center. Imported by Abarbanel Wine Company.",,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Byblos 2004 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byblos-2004-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2004,Byblos
12.5,White,France,"Has buttery, baked-apple aromas, but lacks that same sense of richness on the palate, with tart apple and lemon flavors following. Citrusy and fresh on the finish. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",,8,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2003 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2003-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2003,Patriarche Père et Fils
13.9,Red,Chile,"Nice color, with candied, sweet-as-sugar aromas. Black cherry and chocolate carry the reduced palate. Finishes slightly weedy. Imported by C & C Imports, LLC.",Colección Especial,11,83,Maule Valley,,,Melania 2004 Colección Especial Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melania-2004-coleccion-especial-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2004,Melania
12.5,Red,France,"Sappy cherry and beet aromas lead the way, then gradually yield to overripe notes of dried fruit. It's light in body, yet finishes on a slightly heavy note, if that makes any sense. You could do better in Burgundy, but you could also do a lot worse.",,15,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Michel Picard 2002  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2002-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2002,Michel Picard
13,Red,France,"Light, crisp and lemony, with notes of smoke, sour cherries and tobacco. Drink up. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Les Allegories d'Antoine,28,83,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Ogier 2000 Les Allegories d'Antoine  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ogier-2000-allegories-dantoine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2000,Ogier
14.2,Red,US,"This blend of Sangiovese, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah is okay for quickies like a cheesey pizza. It's dry and hot, with ripe black cherry flavors that last a long time on the finish.",Synergy,12,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2002 Synergy Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2002-synergy-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2002,Novella
,White,US,"There's plenty of ripe fruit here, but the wine has too much oak, and has a weird salty flavor. The varietal identity is proper.",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alderbrook 2003 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2003-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Alderbrook
12.5,White,France,"Light and lean, with aromas of grapefruit pith giving way to flavors of grapefruit and pineapple. Finishes on a slightly bitter note that might make it just fine with cassis in a kir.",,14,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,La Chablisienne 2004  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2004-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2004,La Chablisienne
,Red,US,"Shows proper varietal character in the light, silky texture, dryness and acidity, but the flavors are really thin.",Estate,26,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Koves-Newlan 2003 Estate Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koves-newlan-2003-estate-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Koves-Newlan
13,Red,France,"The chocolate and dried cherry flavors seem a touch baked and dull. Still, it's a well-made example of Côtes-du-Rhône from a hot year. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",Les Abeilles,11,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2003 Les Abeilles Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2003-abeilles-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Jean-Luc Colombo
,Red,US,"How ripe the grapes got this vintage. This wine is bursting with fudgy chocolate, cassis, raspberry and coffee flavors. But it's too soft, with almost no structure, and too sweet. The finish tastes like melted brown sugar and butter.",St. E,50,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2000 St. E Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2000-st-e-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2000,J. Lohr
,White,US,"This Sierra Foothills wine is fruity enough, even semi-sweet in flowery peach and vanilla flavors, but there's a rough-hewn edge that tells you it's a rustic wine.",,20,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Placer County,Hawley 2004 Viognier (Placer County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2004-viognier-sierra-foothills-placer-county/,Viognier,2004,Hawley
13,Red,France,"Dusty and herbal on the nose, with modest cherry fruit carrying peppery spice on the palate. Light and tart.",Chassagne Montrachet,23,83,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Labouré-Roi 2002 Chassagne Montrachet  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2002-chassagne-montrachet-pinot-noir-chassagne-montrachet/,Pinot Noir,2002,Labouré-Roi
12.5,Red,France,,,20,83,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Tertre du Moulin 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertre-moulin-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Tertre du Moulin
14,Red,Chile,"Starts out with strong aromas of open-cut wood, vanilla and mild red fruit. The palate offers acid-driven red cherry and plum flavors, with buttery oak in the background. More of a lean, racy Merlot with a lot of scour to it. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,11,83,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2003 Castillo de Molina Reserva Merlot (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2003-castillo-molina-reserva-merlot-lontue-valley/,Merlot,2003,San Pedro
,Red,US,"For some reason, this seems to be the oakiest of Cline's current trio of Zins. It's also the highest in alcohol, at 16%. The wine shows little beyond char and vanilla, except for a sweet cherry finish. Disappointing.",Live Oak,25,83,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2003 Live Oak Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2003-live-oak-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2003,Cline
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Green on the nose, with hints of beet and tomato. Quite snappy on the tongue, with acid-based cherry and raspberry flavors mixed with some green. Not caustic, but verging on astringent. Imported by S&F Trading Company.",,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casa Boher 2003 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-boher-2003-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2003,Casa Boher
14,Red,South Africa,"Earthy and dry, with flavors reminiscent black cherries covered in fine, wind-borne dust. Imported by Vincor USA.",,9,83,Western Cape,,,Kumala 2004 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumala-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2004,Kumala
14,Red,South Africa,"A bit on the candied side, but easy enough to drink, with black cherry and graham cracker notes that seem sweet and simple on the midpalate, then turn dry on the finish. Imported by Vincor USA.",,9,83,Western Cape,,,Kumala 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumala-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Kumala
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Gritty on the nose, with hints of raisin and chocolate. Big in the mouth, but bulky and wobbly, with cooked plum and raisin flavors. Finishes a touch flat, with black cherry notes. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.",,7,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,San Telmo 2004 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-telmo-2004-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,San Telmo
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Lugubrious, earthy and stewy, with leather, mint and barnyard aromas. The palate, once aired out, shows muscled-up plum and burnt coffee, while the finish deals chocolate and starchy tannin. Seems to be aiming higher than it reaches. Imported by The San Francisco Wine Exchange.",,18,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Salentein 2002 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2002-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2002,Salentein
12.5,White,Spain,"Green melon and white peach aromas start this monocline wine on its way. The palate offers more peach as well as underripe honeydew. Citrusy late, with clean simplicity.",,14,83,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Castro Brey 2004 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castro-brey-2004-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2004,Castro Brey
13,Red,Argentina,"Limited red-fruit aromas mix with violets on the nose, while the mouth is tight, linear and flat, with basic red fruits. Not bad but not complex, with a touch of artificiality on the finish. Imported by Admiral Wine Imports.",,6,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Castle View 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-view-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Castle View
14.2,Red,Argentina,"A lot of open-cut wood on the nose, which results in aggressive citrus notes along with hard blasts of oak shavings. The mouth is gritty and firm, with jumpy cherry and raspberry flavors. Quite tannic; not a lot of love here. Imported by S&F Trading Company.",,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casa Boher 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-boher-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Casa Boher
13.8,White,Argentina,"Crisp and firm on the nose, but more sweet and cloying on the palate. Flavors of pear and roasted corn are not quite as sharp as ideal, while the finish is barely of medium depth. A bit plump and slick, as it falls off with time. Imported by Epic Wines.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2004-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Zolo
15.5,Red,Italy,Slightly gaseous on the nose and losing freshness with each passing day. Zingy acids are keeping it alive but the flavors are slipping toward cranberry and tomato. Not much else is left.,Il Velluto Riserva,80,83,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Meroni 1997 Il Velluto Riserva  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meroni-1997-il-velluto-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Meroni
,White,South Africa,"An overly soft wine that is good because of its pleasant, refreshing acidity, leaving a taste of crisp freshness. Imported by MS Walker.",,,83,Swartland,,,Swartland 2005 Chenin Blanc (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swartland-2005-chenin-blanc-swartland/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Swartland
,White,US,"Here's a varietally true wine, correct and simple. It has citrus and lemongrass flavors, and is dry and tart on the finish.",Feliz Vineyard,12,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 2004 Feliz Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-2004-feliz-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Brutocao
14,Red,Argentina,"Extremely woody given the depth and quality of the fruit. Simply put: The body and flavors don't match the overpowering vanilla notes and resiny tannins stemming from the oak. In fact, the finish is all butter and little fruit. Imported by Frederick Wildman and Sons, Ltd.",Medalla,25,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2002 Medalla Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2002-medalla-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Trapiche
14.7,Red,Argentina,"A lot of funk on the nose, with strong but passing aromas of clam shell and cleanser. Better in the mouth, where grapy fruit takes over. Very extracted, with coffee and vanilla on the full-weight finish. Imported by Quintessential LLC.",Famiglia Bianchi,18,83,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2003 Famiglia Bianchi Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2003-famiglia-bianchi-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2003,Valentín Bianchi
13.5,White,France,"Slathered with spicy oak, sweet caramel and blatant buttery notes, which largely overwhelm the modest apple and citrus fruit. If you like heavy oaking, you'll like this more than we did. Imported by Sieur d'Arques Wines.",Toques et Clochers Clocher D'Ajac Reserve Jean-Pierre Bourret Vigneron,33,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Limoux,,Sieur d'Arques 2003 Toques et Clochers Clocher D'Ajac Reserve Jean-Pierre Bourret Vigneron Chardonnay (Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sieur-darques-2003-toques-clochers-clocher-dajac-reserve-jean-pierre-bourret-vigneron-chardonnay-limoux/,Chardonnay,2003,Sieur d'Arques
,Red,US,"Smells baked and pruny-Porty. And although the flavors are better, and the wine is dry, that aroma detracts.",Estate,24,83,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Leal Vineyards 2003 Estate Merlot (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leal-2003-estate-merlot-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Merlot,2003,Leal Vineyards
12.5,White,France,"Nutty at first, but some peach and apple fruit pokes through on the nose and then ad some earthy spice notes in the mouth. Seems a bit heavy--undoubtedly a victim of the abnormally hot vintage.",,11,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2003  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2003-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2003,Patriarche Père et Fils
14,White,France,"A bit nutty and toasty, with wood-derived notes dominating the citrusy fruit. Not a heavyweight, just woody. Imported by Bercut-Vandervoort & Co.",,40,83,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de la Gardine 2003 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gardine-2003-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2003,Château de la Gardine
,White,US,"It's not unusual for a young white wine to bristle with SO2 after you pop the cork, but it's never a pleasant experience. This one was slow to blow off, marring what otherwise is a pleasantly crisp and fruity wine.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2004-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Bogle
13.5,Red,Chile,"Meaty up front, with soy and earth aromas. Rounds into better form on the palate, where cherry and blackberry flavors are modest but real. Round and chocolaty on the finish, with acidity that keeps it moving forward.",,8,83,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2003 Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2003-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Aresti
,Red,US,"This Cab tastes like it comes from a hot climate. It's soft in acids and tannins, with slightly sweet flavors of cherry liqueur.",,25,83,California,Lake County,Lake County,High Valley Vineyard 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-valley-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,High Valley Vineyard
14,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and leathery, with some deeper fruit notes below the rustic exterior. The palate shows raisin, carob and bitter chocolate flavors, while coffee and mocha carry the finish. Strains to keep it together, but has its attributes. Imported by Epic Wines.",Año Cero,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altocedro 2001 Año Cero Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2001-ano-cero-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Altocedro
13,Rose,France,"Dark pink in color, close to red. This is a simple, assertively fruity rosé, loaded with cherries and berries, and finishing on a fresh, slightly rustic note. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",Heritage,10,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Caves des Papes 2004 Heritage Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-papes-2004-heritage-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2004,Caves des Papes
13,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and woody, but not terribly complex. The fruit falls squarely into the grape and plum category, but there's also some distracting green notes up front and on the herbal finish. Decent, but has issues. Tasted twice with identical impressions. Imported by Global Grape LLC.",,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas del Conde 2002 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-conde-2002-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Cavas del Conde
14,Red,Argentina,"Light and brushy, with aromas of red cherry, citrus peel and leather. Decent cherry and chocolate flavors take care of the palate, which is limited but not bad. Scratchy on the finish, with an initial push that does better than the lasting notes. Imported by Estilo Campo.",,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas de Santos 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-santos-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cavas de Santos
13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts out with plum, cherry and red cabbage aromas, which lead to a palate of light red fruit and mild vegetal flavors. Broad and starchy on the finish, with some thickness. Has its moments but doesn't really strike up the band.",Reserve,18,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2002 Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-leyda-2002-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2002,Viña Leyda
14,Red,Chile,"A bit minty and herbal, with plenty of oak along with nondescript red fruit. Chunky and simple, with overt wood notes that come across as resiny. Imported by Joseph Victori Wines.",Gran Reserva,20,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,In Situ 2003 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/in-situ-2003-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,In Situ
,Red,US,"Extremely ripe in cherry, blackberry, currant and cocoa fruit, this wine is excessively soft, and has a baked cherry sweetness on the finish. Yet it's easy to drink and enjoyable.",,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Hahn
13.5,White,US,"Simple and fruity, with canned peach and pear flavors that drink a little heavy, and finish a bit sweet. Okay for everyday fare.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2003 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2003-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2003,EOS
13.5,Red,Chile,"Burnt and leathery on the nose, with basic olive, saline, cherry and plum flavors. Gritty and tannic, with some green qualities. Seems like a wine you've encountered many times before. Imported by American Wine Distributors.",Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,10,83,Maipo Valley,,,Pengwine 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pengwine-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-red-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2003,Pengwine
,Red,US,"There's a stewed quality to the fruit, and heat in the finish. that make this Cab not worth the price. Will work with simple fare.",,25,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mettler Family Vineyards 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mettler-family-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Mettler Family Vineyards
13,White,France,"Lacks concentration, but boasts modest apple and citrus flavors leavened by a touch of buttered sweet corn. Imported by Cannon Wines Limited.",,25,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2001  Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2001-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2001,Patriarche Père et Fils
13,Red,France,,,40,83,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Patriarche Père et Fils 2000  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarche-pere-fils-2000-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2000,Patriarche Père et Fils
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A quinta on the western edge of the Port region, owned by the Moreira family, who also produce a Douro table wine. New wood aromas are unusual for a vintage Port, and the wood dominates the black fruit flavors. This is an unusual,  modern style of Port, one that doesn't quite come off.",Vintage,,83,Port,,,Quinta Seara d'Ordens 2003 Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-seara-dordens-2003-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2003,Quinta Seara d'Ordens
13.5,Red,Spain,"Leather, berry and slight green aromas carry the nose toward a tart, domineering palate. Quite acidic at first glance, and then buttery on the finish. Imported by HAB North America.",Reserva Privada,25,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cosme Palacio y Hermanos 2001 Reserva Privada  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosme-palacio-hermanos-2001-reserva-privada-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Cosme Palacio y Hermanos
12.5,White,France,"This blend of Rolle and Ugni Blanc is light, clean and fresh—and little else. It delivers modest apple, pear and citrus flavors and would be fine as an apéritif. Imported by Vranken America.",,15,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Réal Martin 2003 White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-real-martin-2003-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2003,Château Réal Martin
,Red,Spain,"Super pricey but this is a knock-your-socks-off wine with a gorgeous bouquet that shows not even a hint of syrup or jam. The palate is like a nova; it bursts with plum, blackberry and cinnamon. No harshness, not too tannic, and splendid on the finish, where toast and chocolate appear and stick around for a long time. It's 80% old-vines Garnacha and 20% Cabernet, and there just aren't enough superlatives to describe it. Only 300 cases made. Imported by Rare Wine Company.",L'Ermita,440,98,Catalonia,Priorat,,Alvaro Palacios 2003 L'Ermita Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-palacios-2003-lermita-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2003,Alvaro Palacios
18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"It's rare that a sweet sherry reaches such heights, but here's a case in point. Iberia has impeccable prune and raisin aromas along with intoxicating scents of toffee and cane sugar. All in all, the bouquet is excellent. The palate, meanwhile, is seamless as it deals raisin, vanilla and mocha. Spot on for a dessert elixir, with a ceaseless finish.",Iberia Cream,15,93,Andalucia,Jerez,,Sanchez Romate NV Iberia Cream Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanchez-romate-nv-iberia-cream-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Sanchez Romate
14.5,Red,US,"If you enjoy cellaring Cabs, this is probably a good candidate. It's fine to drink now, with forward cassis and cherry flavors that are liberally oaked, and dry. But the tannins are straightforward. They require something big and greasy, like lamb. Drink now through 2012.",,115,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Hartwell 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartwell-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Hartwell
8,White,Germany,"In what could prove to be a breakout vintage for Loewen, the Leiwener Klostergarten Kabinett is a star. Heavily mineral on the nose, with some characteristic leesy notes, it then bursts on the palate with concentrated flavors of apple, pear and lime, all underscored by cool minerality. Finishes long and citrusy. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Leiwener Klostergarten Kabinett,19,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Loewen 2004 Leiwener Klostergarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-loewen-2004-leiwener-klostergarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Carl Loewen
14.4,White,US,"From the pretty golden color, to the powerful aromas of tropical fruits and toasty oak, to the full-throttle flavors and creamy texture, this is a wonderful Chard. It has complexities that unravel as the wine warms in the glass.",Select Cuvée,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2003 Select Cuvée Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2003-select-cuvee-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Flora Springs
13,Red,Spain,"All it takes is a quick sniff and it's clear that this is the real thing. Aromas of sweet black cherry, marzipan and dried earth create a classic bouquet. Additional pure cherry on the palate with chocolate; together they strike the right chord. Harmonious and still worthy of some more aging. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",Gran Reserva,36,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 1998 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-1998-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Marqués de Riscal
,Red,Spain,"Bingo! An excellent wine from a great vintage, simple as that. Exotic and complex aromas that highlight Middle Eastern spices, a silky palate and integrated tannins, what more could you want? How about a delicious mix of five grapes, incredibly harmonious and food friendly? No surprise it's this good: It's made by the team at Clos Mogador. Imported by multiple importers.",Tinto,28,90,Catalonia,Montsant,,Laurona 2001 Tinto Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurona-2001-tinto-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2001,Laurona
13.5,Red,Australia,"What a nice wine. Garnet-colored; perfumed with violet, meat, black pepper and cherry aromas. Tannins are wooly and textured, and the palate offers up a sturdy black cherry shell with molten bittersweet chocolate inside. Dry and woody on the finish. Imported by USA Wine West.",Estate,31,90,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Kooyong 2001 Estate Pinot Noir (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kooyong-2001-estate-pinot-noir-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2001,Kooyong
,Red,US,"Luscious. Right now it's youthfully perky in acids, with a slightly thick mouthfeel, but it's a heck of a Pinot that should soften by 2006. Then, those massive cherry flavors will be delicious.",Rosella's Vineyard,54,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2003 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2003-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Testarossa
,Red,US,"I like the dryness of this wine. It shows good fruit, but isn't a fruit bomb, and the flavors are balanced by a good acid-tannin equilibrium. Has a harmonic elegance that persists through a satisfying finish.",Grand Reserve Mead Ranch Vineyard,22,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2001 Grand Reserve Mead Ranch Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2001-grand-reserve-mead-ranch-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2001,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"This is a nice, smooth Merlot that lives up to its reputation as the soft Cabernet. It's fruity in blackberry, cherry and coffee flavors, and spicy. On the finish, cassis, pure and true.",,12,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Stevenot 2001 Merlot (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2001-merlot-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Merlot,2001,Stevenot
,White,US,"Golden and extracted. Butter-sautéed bananas, intense tangerine and peach and pineapple custard and vanilla are among the flavors. Good acidity, but so sweet and delicious.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rosenblum 2003 Marsanne (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2003-marsanne-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Marsanne,2003,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"Well-ripened in black cherry and blueberry flavors, this Zin is also ripe and sweet in tannins. It's softly textured, with highlights of cocoa, dried herbs, coffee and white pepper. Has the elegant structure of a fine Cabernet Sauvignon.",ReZerve,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 2002 ReZerve Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2002-rezerve-zinfandel-shenandoah-valley-ca-44259/,Zinfandel,2002,Sobon Estate
,Red,Spain,"A millennium wine that's now in fine form. It's a typical Garnacha-Cariñena blend that runs heavy on Garnacha. The bouquet is strong and evolved, with leather and mineral along with aromas of crushed flower petals, asphalt and earth. Excellent fruit quality in the mouth; vivid with raspberry and black pepper. 800 cases made. Imported by multiple importers.",6 Vinyes de Laurona,45,90,Catalonia,Montsant,,Laurona 2000 6 Vinyes de Laurona Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurona-2000-6-vinyes-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2000,Laurona
14,Red,Spain,"This wine will stick to your ribs, and it'll grab your palate on the way down, leaving quite an impression. Red fruit, leather and toast create a rock-solid, ideal nose. Moderately syrupy and full-bodied, with smooth berry flavors and plenty of vanilla. Finishes long and classy. Imported by Classical Wines.",La Morera de Montsant,34,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Celler Pasanau 2001 La Morera de Montsant Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasanau-germans-2001-morera-montsant-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2001,Celler Pasanau
14.8,Rose,US,"The purest, most powerful aromas and flavors of cherries dominate this Rhône blend, but it's not a simple wine. The cherries are joined with red raspberries, vanilla, sweet anise, white pepper and tangerine zest, boosted by crisp acidity. This is a beautiful, dry, long-finished wine.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2004 Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2004-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2004,Tablas Creek
,Red,US,"Considerably more Cabernet-oriented than Rod Strong's 2000 Meritage, this wine shows pronounced cassis and black currant flavors, as well as some pretty powerful tannins. It's also very oaky. Seems best to let it mellow for a good five years.",Reserve,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Rodney Strong
,White,US,"Bright, perky fruit stars in this lovely wine. It's ripe in pineapple and tangerine, with a rich, custard and meringue finish, but it's dry and complex. Easy to like.",Reserve,25,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2003-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Richer, firmer and more distinguished than Gainey's regular '02 Merlot, this wine shows black cherry flavors and firm, dusty tannins. It's very dry and elegant. Doesn't seem like an ager, so drink up.",Limited Selection,34,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2002 Limited Selection Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2002-limited-selection-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2002,Gainey
,Red,US,"Not in the same ripeness league as the '01, but still an enormously attractive wine. It's just a bit leaner, but perhaps more structured. Shows blackberry, currant, coffee, oak and herb flavors and some fairly big tannins. Nice now, but should hold and improve through 2010.",Estate,62,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Plumpjack 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plumpjack-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Plumpjack
,White,Spain,"Immediately this white Garnacha registers as something totally different, but more importantly, it's really good. A mere 108 vines yield this lovely anomaly, almost all of which is imported into the U.S. Look for melon and apricot aromas and flavors, along with accents ranging from almond to peach pit to bee's wax. Spectacular texture. 375 cases made. Imported by European Cellars.",Les Brugueres,25,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Conreria d'Scala Dei 2004 Les Brugueres Garnacha (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conreria-dscala-2004-brugueres-grenache-garnacha-priorat/,Garnacha,2004,Conreria d'Scala Dei
,Red,US,"This is a young, dynamic wine that's fancy enough to have with your best food. It shows well-ripened fruit flavors, and is very dry, with a good boost of acidity. Also has some pretty good tannins to cut through beef. I think it's at its best now and for the next three years.",Estate,32,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2001 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2001-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Stuhlmuller Vineyards
,Red,US,"Quite an interesting Cab with lots to like. Rich in currants and blackberries, with a feel that borders on chalky cocoa. Smooth; finishes sweet in fruit and oak.",Gabriel,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Stevenot 2000 Gabriel Cabernet Sauvignon (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2000-gabriel-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Stevenot
,Red,Argentina,"It doesn't take a genius to realize that this is a very nicely made, fully healthy Shiraz. The bouquet is just right, with smoky nuances to the full-fledged dark fruit aromas. The palate is racy and juicy, but plush with black berry and plum. And the balance is right on. Smells good, tastes good and feels good.",,12,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2004 Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2004-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,2004,Chakana
,Red,US,"Imagery continues to bring a full-blown, baroque interpretation to its interesting single-vineyard wines. This Zin is ultraripe, exhibiting chocolate, cherry and coffee flavors, and is soft in tannins. Yet there's a grip and dryness that make it complex.",Taylor Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Imagery 2002 Taylor Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2002-taylor-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2002,Imagery
,Red,US,"An eccentric, difficult, complex Zin. It smells of intense white pepper, although in the mouth, cherries and blackberries show up. Then the tannins close in like a stranglehold. Cellar this interesting wine for a few years.",Black Sears Vineyard,38,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 2002 Black Sears Vineyard Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-2002-black-sears-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2002,Howell Mountain Vineyards
13,White,Australia,"This is a very enjoyable Riesling, and always one of Australia's best. This vintage, yellow stone fruit aromas come on strong, followed up by pear and citrus zest flavors. It is tangy and dry overall, with a very steely, very rigid spine. The first sip feels almost too rigid, but it grows on you. Imported by USA Wine West.",Polish Hill,34,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Grosset 2004 Polish Hill Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grosset-2004-polish-hill-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2004,Grosset
,Red,US,"Youthful in acids and tannins, with that slightly raw, feral quality that marks a great young wine. But there's a core of blackberries and cherries, and an overall balance, that suggests ageability. Try holding until 2007.",Robert Young Vineyard Reserve,45,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2001 Robert Young Vineyard Reserve Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2001-robert-young-vineyard-reserve-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2001,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"Here's a nice Cab that's easy to like for its ripe berry, chocolate, olive and herb flavors and rich, smooth texture, yet it has a fancy complexity that will translate to a fine dinner. Drink now for the sheer exuberance of youth.",All Boys,18,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Forth 2002 All Boys Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forth-2002-all-boys-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Forth
,White,US,"An exciting Rhône white, oaky and rich in flamboyant tropical fruit, wildflower and spicy flavors. This big, flashy, opulent wine is a blend of Roussanne and Grenache Blanc.",The Glenrose Vineyard,25,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2002 The Glenrose Vineyard White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2002-the-glenrose-vineyard-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2002,Adelaida
19.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Dark in color and extremely nutty. Along the way there are notes of seawater and white plum. The palate is a bit tangy and sharp, with orange peel, almond and butter. Oily and complex on the finish, with a buttery tail and plenty of palate presence.",20 Yr. Imperial Amontillado,75,90,Andalucia,Jerez,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L. NV 20 Yr. Imperial Amontillado Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-dios-baco-sl-nv-20-yr-imperial-amontillado-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L.
,White,US,"A really great Sauvignon from a producer who consistently excels. Spicy and rich in fig and citrus flavors, with a touch of creamy oak; boosted by fine, bright acidity. Finishes long, rich and clean.",Limited Selection,19,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2003 Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2003-limited-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2003,Gainey
14,Red,Australia,"This Coonawarra Shiraz has meaty, stably aromas. On the palate, red plum fruit is pure and fairly unadorned, with slight earth and oak nuances. Tannins are velvety, almost furry. Very enjoyable; 1,000 cases produced. Imported by Old Bridge Cellars.",Hyland,25,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2002 Hyland Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2002-hyland-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2002,Penley Estate
14.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas of ripe, soft fruit and ink are compelling. On the palate, it's medium weight, with soft, wooly tannins, and fruit-sweet blackberry fruit in its center. Understated, but hedonistic. Imported by Southcorp Wines.",RWT,70,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Penfolds 2002 RWT Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2002-rwt-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Penfolds
14.7,White,US,"A lovely, fresh and focused white wine that offers a classy blend of melon, peach, apple, apricot, herb and mineral flavors. These are layered in a complex, yet easy-to-drink manner. Smooth yet firm, it's got great balance and a good finish.",Celadon Esperanza Vineyard,20,90,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Topanga 2003 Celadon Esperanza Vineyard Grenache (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topanga-2003-celadon-esperanza-vineyard-grenache-central-valley-clarksburg/,Grenache,2003,Topanga
20,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Offers all the requisite almond and dried stone fruits one could ask for. The spicy palate is racy as can be, with flavors of mushroom, almond, sea salt and white pepper. The finish is long and powerful, and overall it is a serious Sherry with no cracks or flaws. Imported by W. J. Deutsch & Sons.",Bailen Dry Oloroso,14,90,Andalucia,Jerez,,Osborne NV Bailen Dry Oloroso Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-nv-bailen-dry-oloroso-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Osborne
,Red,US,"An excellent wine, and clearly an ager, but I don't think it's in the league of the magnificent '99. It's too young to enjoy now, to judge from the closed, astringent, oaky, tannic mouthfeel. But there's certainly some powerful cassis fruit. Hold until at least 2008. Eventually, it could stun.",Rubicon,100,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 2001 Rubicon Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-2001-rubicon-red-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Niebaum-Coppola
14.5,Red,Australia,"The nose offers date and cassis notes, while the palate deals more cassis, plus raspberry, earth and oak as it opens. Its flavors are juicy, and its tannins, delicate and textured (one reviewer actually likened it to a Rhône wine). Not as full, powerful or overwhelming as the wine can be, but enjoyable nonetheless. Drink through 2012. Imported by Southcorp Wines.",Grange,225,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2000 Grange Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2000-grange-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Penfolds
,Red,US,"Only the second Cabernet release from this famous (as Schramsberg) bubbly house. This is a dense, dry, tannic mountain Cabernet, rich and long in blackberry fruit. It's drinkable and probably at its best now due to soft acids.",,65,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,J. Davies 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-davies-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,J. Davies
,Red,US,"A successful wine that shows its mountain origins in the density and concentration of tannins and flavors, yet it's so soft, in the modern way, it's immediately drinkable. Dry, robust flavors of black cherries, chocolate and wild herbs.",Mountain Cuvee,35,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hess Collection 2002 Mountain Cuvee Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2002-mountain-cuvee-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Red Blend,2002,Hess Collection
,Red,US,"Without the drama of, say, a Napa Cab, this wine exemplifies Alexander Valley in its soft complexity and earthiness. The cherry and blackberry fruit has a terroir-driven mushroomy herbaceousness that makes this a perfect companion for cuisine. Best now through 2012.",Reserve,46,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Flashy and flamboyant, this Merlot seduces with scads of toasty oak in keeping with the size of the blackberry, cherry and cocoa fruit. The tannins are soft and sweet, the finish elegant. If it was any softer, it would collapse, but the acids and tannins work.",,28,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Uvada 2001 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uvada-2001-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2001,Uvada
,Red,US,"Compelling for its ripeness, balance, harmony and the way those tannins work to pull it all together. This Cab-based wine has it all, blackberries, cherries, cocoa, great acidity, wonderful oak. Ultimately, it's the soft, intricate tannic structure that makes it complex.",Special Reserve Estate,55,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2000 Special Reserve Estate Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2000-special-reserve-estate-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Blend,2000,Reverie
,Red,US,"Continues the tradition of ripe, intricate Firebreaks of recent years, although not quite in the same class as the '99, '00 or '01. Still, it shares the intense cherry and cassis fruit, smooth, complex tannins and delicious veneer of oak. Drink now.",Firebreak,36,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2002 Firebreak Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2002-firebreak-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2002,Shafer
,Red,US,"Marches to a different beat. Something about the aroma brings to mind dry, hot summer days when the hills smell of dust and eucalyptus. Turns a lot fruitier in the mouth, with cherries and blackberries and firm, sturdy tannins. Elegant now, and should develop beyond 2010.",Holy Smoke Vineyard,85,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2002 Holy Smoke Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2002-holy-smoke-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Flora Springs
,Red,Spain,"Pure Garnacha, which is anathema in the region. Savory on the nose, with roasted meat and spice notes as much as fruit. Once it hits the palate, however, the plum and berry flavors explode. Turns elegant as it opens, while retaining intensity. Flashy stuff. Imported by European Cellars.",Cabrida,60,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Capçanes 2001 Cabrida Garnacha (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capcanes-2001-cabrida-grenache-garnacha-priorat/,Garnacha,2001,Capçanes
,Red,US,"This young wine is fairly tough now, and the fruit is hiding behind the oak and tannins. Like many keepers, it's in a trough, and will go through its ups and downs. Eventually, the cherries and blackberries should emerge, but it doesn't seem like one of the great Special Selections.",Special Selection,136,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Caymus 2002 Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caymus-2002-special-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Caymus
,White,US,"Seems riper and juicier than past CDV Chards. Brims with polished apple, peach and pear flavors, and is very spicy. Turns clean and oaky on the finish.",,21,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2003 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2003-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Clos du Val
,Red,US,"Really a lovely Cab, this gentle wine captivates for its soft, lush mouthfeel and sheer complexity. It's rich in black currant and cherry fruit, and generously oaked, but possesses an inherent balance and structural integrity that make it impeccable.",Estate,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amizetta 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amizetta-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Amizetta
,Red,US,"Big, dark, tannic, dry and fruity, yet balanced in all its parts, this gentle giant actually shows elegance. It's packed with cherry, tobacco, mint and oak flavors that drink well now, and should hold and improve for many years.",Artist Collection,36,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Imagery 2002 Artist Collection Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2002-artist-collection-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2002,Imagery
,Red,US,"Wow, is this a good wine. It's filled with succulent blackberry and cherry flavors, and the oak is just right. It's dry, balanced and harmonious, with exquisitely soft, sweet tannins. It would earn an even higher score with greater fruit concentration.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2001 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2001-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2001,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"Here's a textbook Napa Cab. It's concentrated in black currant flavors, with the best tannic structure money can buy. Soft and elegant in the mouth, with a long, elegant finish. Could use some individuality, though, as it's firmly in the international style.",,60,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Barnett 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Barnett
13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark violet in color, with plenty of wood smoke and earth to the nose, which also offers tobacco and mushroom. Dynamic on the palate, with ripe cherry and blackberry flavors. Sort of airy on the finish, with mocha and chocolate. Hefty throughout, with nice tannins. From Marqués de Riscal. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",Baron de Chirel Reserva,60,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2001 Baron de Chirel Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2001-baron-chirel-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Marqués de Riscal
,Red,US,"This most expensive of Origin's trio is also the most tannic and, theoretically, the best and most ageworthy. It's a very good wine, with pronounced black currant, cherry, violet and oak flavors. There's a sharpness of acidity that calls for rich, fatty fare if you drink it young.",Paramount,65,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Origin 2002 Paramount Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2002-paramount-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Origin
14.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of roasted meat and tobacco. It's just an excellent wine, the oak overlay giving just enough flavor and patina to deep, liquerish blackberry flavors. “Cigar box” is a descriptor I don't get to use often when talking about Oz wine, but it's  appropriate here. Finishes long. Give the wood a little more time to integrate, then enjoy. Drink 2007–2013. Imported by Freixenet USA.",Odyssey,50,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Katnook Estate 2000 Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katnook-estate-2000-odyssey-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Katnook Estate
14.6,Red,Spain,"The definition of old-vines Priorato can be found within this bottle. The Garnacha is very old, the Cariñena even older, and some mature Cabernet Sauvignon adds spine. On the nose, there's a lot of barrique. The palate is snappy, almost acidic, and thus the flavors run toward pie cherry and raspberry. Classic in style; an Old World throwback. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",Les Eres Vinyas Velles,66,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Joan Simó 2002 Les Eres Vinyas Velles Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joan-simo-2002-eres-vinyas-velles-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2002,Joan Simó
8.5,White,Germany,"Racy and crisp, this wine showcases the balance that is a hallmark of the best '04s. Green apple and lime aromas segue easily into similar flavors, graced with touches of spring flowers and leafy greens, while the vibrant apple notes linger elegantly on the finish. Imported by Michael Skurnik Wines.",Quarzit Meddersheimer Rheingrafenberg Qualitätswein,22,91,Nahe,,,Helmut Hexamer 2004 Quarzit Meddersheimer Rheingrafenberg Qualitätswein Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-hexamer-2004-quarzit-meddersheimer-rheingrafenberg-qualitatswein-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2004,Helmut Hexamer
,White,US,"Very similar in terroir-driven flavors to Rusack's less expensive Chardonnay, with citrus and orange blossom flavors, a steely, minerally note and modest oak. The structure is more angular, with very high acidity leading to a long finish.",Reserve,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2003 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2003-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Rusack
,Red,Spain,"Ripe and rich; it pushes the limit toward raisiny but doesn't cross the boundary. As a result, the sweet bouquet oozes kirsch, licorice and spice. Stays thick on the palate, but not particularly heavy. Flavors of baked black fruit, mocha and espresso impress, with accents of cinnamon and herbs popping through. Complex and out of the ordinary. Imported by De Maison Selections, Inc.",Tirant,75,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Rotllan Torra 2002 Tirant Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotllan-torra-2002-tirant-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2002,Rotllan Torra
,Red,US,"Huge, big, rich and gobby in blackberry, cassis and white pepper flavors, this 80% Syrah is blended with Grenache, which adds a vibrant cherry note. The wine has lots of alcohol, but is balanced, complex and lush.",Broken Stones,38,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Saxum 2003 Broken Stones Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxum-2003-broken-stones-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Saxum
13.5,Red,Spain,"Full, tight and entering its prime, this classic Spanish red offers big aromas of leather, blackberry, violets and dried brush. Dense on the palate, with flavors of black olive, tobacco and racy black fruit. Chewy and chocolaty on the finish, with a wash of real-deal tannins. Will age well for at least another five years. Imported by Classical Wines.",Reserva,44,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pesquera 2001 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pesquera-2001-reserva-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2001,Pesquera
,Red,US,"There's something warm-hearted about this wine. Maybe it's the velvety softness, or the touch of toasted wood, or the flavors that suggest sun-ripened blackberries. Whatever it is, it's easy and delicious, but quite complex.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Regusci 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regusci-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Regusci
,Red,US,"The fruit stars in this Rhône red blend. It's all summer-sweet raspberries, cherry compote infused with milk chocolate and a trickle of cassis, drizzled with vanilla and smoked in oak barrels. The wine is very soft, yet with enough acidity to provide balance and freshness.",Diosa,50,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Summerwood 2003 Diosa Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summerwood-2003-diosa-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Summerwood
,Red,US,"Smooth and polished, with a great, velvety mouthfeel, this balanced wine shows intense cassis flavors modulated with sweet herbs and toasty oak. It's really quite elegant now, and should hold through the decade.",Symmetry Meritage,55,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2000 Symmetry Meritage Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2000-symmetry-meritage-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2000,Rodney Strong
,Red,Spain,"Like a freight train, this wine from the village of Poboleda hits with force. From Joan Doix and his winemaking nephew, Ramón Llagostera, it deftly delivers both red and black fruit notes, all on a lightly tannic frame. To call it lip-smacking and juicy would be correct. The blend is 51% old-vines Garnacha, 46% Cariñena and 3% Merlot. 500 cases made. Imported by European Cellars.",Doix Costers de Vinyes Velles,85,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Mas Doix 2002 Doix Costers de Vinyes Velles Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-doix-2002-costers-vinyes-velles-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2002,Mas Doix
,Red,US,"What a nice '01 this is. It exemplifies the ripe style, rich in black currants and cassis, and the smooth, sweet tannins of this great Napa vintage. Finishes with an edge of cocoa, anise and oak. Drink now or over the next several years.",Arcturus,39,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Astrale e Terra 2001 Arcturus Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astrale-e-terra-2001-arcturus-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Astrale e Terra
,Red,Spain,"Intense and colorful; one of the most flavorful and sizable versions of Terrasses on record. Flavors of boysenberry, blackberry and plum sizzle, while the layered palate spreads out nicely upon airing. Everything about this Cariñena-dominated wine is solid and precise. A really nice taste of Priorat at a fairly affordable price. Imported by Rare Wine Company.",Les Terrasses,32,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Alvaro Palacios 2003 Les Terrasses Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-palacios-2003-terrasses-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2003,Alvaro Palacios
18,Red,Spain,"Pristine aromas of caramel, orange peel and leather are both powerful and pure. Flavors of toffee, cinnamon, cheddar cheese and raisin are first-rate, while the sum of the parts is brightened and heightened by perfect acidity. A fine Amontillado that should please anyone with a fondness for good Sherry. Imported by CIV/USA.",Amontillado,20,91,Andalucia,Jerez,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L. NV Amontillado Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-dios-baco-s-l-nv-amontillado-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L.
15,Red,Spain,"Big and ripe, with tobacco, blackberry and fresh-cut lumber on the nose. This big boy weighs in at 15%, so the chocolate, cassis and rich blackberry flavors on the palate should not come as a surprise. Toasty and plush; a model New World red from Jacques and François Lurton and partner Michel Rolland. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection Ltd.",,50,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Campo Eliseo 2002  Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-eliseo-2002-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2002,Campo Eliseo
,White,US,"Polished and elegant, this Chard has real complexity. Works beautifully to integrate its dry apple, peach and pineapple flavors, oak-driven cream and crisp acids into a coherent whole.",Handley Vineyard,18,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 2003 Handley Vineyard Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2003-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Handley
14.5,Red,Australia,"So well done,  from beginning to end. The nose offers a good balance of beef, cherry, plum and black pepper notes. On the palate, it's mouthwatering, medium sized and moderately oaked—that is, there's no caramel or toast in sight. Focused; flavors of black cherry, blackberry, eucalyptus and black pepper are mouthwatering, and the tannins smooth. Imported by Wilson Daniels Ltd.",Filsell,30,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 2002 Filsell Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2002-filsell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Grant Burge
,Red,US,"Re-released at nearly six years of age. One sniff is all you need to know there's a lot of new, toasted oak here. It's a big, dark, extracted wine, and also a very tannic one, with a deep core of ripe blackberry and blueberry flavors. Despite its age, it still needs time. Best to let it come around by, say, 2008.",Reserve,45,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Fife 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Fife
,Red,US,"A very fine wine that showcases what Souverain can do, and also the vintage and the appellation. Well-ripened black currant and cassis flavors are wrapped in a smooth, creamy wine, with good acidity. The mouth experience is rich and classy.",Winemaker's Reserve,40,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 2001 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2001-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Château Souverain
,Red,US,"Although there is a mountain intensity to the intense blackberry and cherry flavors and rich tannins, this wine is probably at its best now. It's very dry and rich, with evident oak, and a distinguished finish.",,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2001 Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2001-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,2001,Thomas Fogarty
,Red,US,"Here's a very fine Cabernet, big, ripe and powerful. It's thoroughly dry, with charming cherry and blackberry flavors, but it's also fairly tannic, although a rich steak will cut right through the astringency. Now–2012.",,90,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ledson 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Ledson
,Red,US,"Richer and more satisfying than Titus's regular '02, mainly due to more intense blackberry, cherry and cocoa fruit and a finer structure. For all the ripeness, the acids and tannins keep the palate stimulated for the next sip. But I don't think it's an ager. Drink now.",Reserve,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2002 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2002-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Titus
14.5,Red,Spain,"Pure and cerebral, but with enough natural liveliness that you can't help but love it. Aromas of schist, lavender and plum mix with oak-driven bacon and chocolate to create a welcoming whole. Sizable cherry and plum flavors are round but also precise and firm. Looming tannins suggest some cellaring may be warranted. The blend is Garnacha followed by Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Imported by Vinum International.",Cartoixa,30,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Scala Dei 2001 Cartoixa Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scala-2001-cartoixa-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2001,Scala Dei
,White,US,"Shows great class and finesse with its well-ripened fruit that's controlled with a clean minerality and high acidity. Oak and lees are both there, in supporting roles. The finish is ultraclean and citrusy, in this complex, dry white wine.",Dutton Ranch,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2003 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2003-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,Spain,"Ethereal and sort of reminiscent of a fine Port, or maybe Banyuls. Pure and ripe on the nose, with licorice, violet and wild blackberry aromas. This is a smooth-drinking wine that's showing some maturity; meaning the tannins are smooth and the acids not too pointed. A real mouthful, with a measure or two of depth. Finishes big. Imported by Winebow.",Montsalvat,72,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Francesc Sanchez Bas 2001 Montsalvat Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesc-sanchez-bas-2001-montsalvat-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2001,Francesc Sanchez Bas
,Red,Spain,"This monster is intensely mineral, with aromas of crushed stones mixed with leather, lavender, pepper and cherry. In the mouth, it's heady with maple, leather, asphalt and cola. Comes at you in layers, the last of which is a finishing flow of espresso. Aged 20 months in new 500-liter barrels, not barriques. Imported by Europvin/Michael Skurnick Wines.",Manyetes,70,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Mogador 2001 Manyetes Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-mogador-2001-manyetes-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2001,Clos Mogador
,Red,US,"With a majority of Grenache, this wine flatters with pure, sweet red and black cherry flavors. Syrah seems to bring color and depth, while Mourvèdre contributes a delicious chocolate note. The wine is fully dry, high in alcohol, soft in acidity and utterly delicious.",Sticks and Stones,60,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Linne Calodo 2003 Sticks and Stones Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linne-calodo-2003-sticks-stones-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Linne Calodo
,Red,Spain,"Elevated from the first nosing through the multilevel palate and then out the door. Fragrant like an aromatic magnet, with red licorice, wild flower and jammy fruit. A potent brew, with some medicinal cherry to the toasty finish. Super healthy, with an aggressive personality. Could use a year or two to settle because now it's rather tannic. Imported by Europvin.",Clos Martinet,58,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Mas Martinet 2002 Clos Martinet Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-martinet-2002-clos-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2002,Mas Martinet
,Red,US,"Here's a deliciously drinkable Cab, bursting with flavors of sun-ripened cassis and black currant fruit flavors, and a generous coating of well-toasted oak. It's dry, with a polished, velvety mouthfeel, and the tannins, while sturdy, are sweet enough to permit instant consumption.",Cyrus,50,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2001 Cyrus Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2001-cyrus-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Alexander Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"Perhaps even more closed and tannic than the Hillside Reserve, a big wine with a good future. Oozes ripe, pure black currant flavors, well-oaked, and is totally dry. Give it until 2008, then try again.",Wild Boar Vineyard,85,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2002 Wild Boar Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2002-wild-boar-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"A marvelous Cab that seduces with lush, ripe flavors of black currants, smoked meat and charry oak. Perfectly balanced, with softly expressive tannins. Displays power and elegance.",,48,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Regusci 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regusci-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Regusci
,Red,US,"Young and a bit aggressive now in acids and tannins, with a raw, jammy quality, but what a good wine it will be in a year or two. Big and warm in red and black cherries, with hints of root beer and cinnamon, it will easily hold for 6 to 8 years.",Garys' Vineyard,54,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2003 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2003-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2003,Testarossa
,Red,US,"Classic Napa Cabernet, from the clean, varietally pure black currant and cassis aroma to the smooth tannins and ripe currant and cassis flavors. This is a balanced, elegant wine, despite the full body. It goes down gently, leaving behind a long aftertaste of currants.",,65,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Frias 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frias-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Frias
,Red,US,"This lovely Cabernet shows well-defined black currant, olive and spice flavors, and has a good balance of acidity and grippy tannins. It's rich, dry and complex. The oak is pronounced, but perfectly balanced with the fruit. Really displays class and pedigree.",Chicken Ranch Vineyard,25,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Trinchero 2002 Chicken Ranch Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2002-chicken-ranch-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Trinchero
,White,US,"This is a distinctive blend of Roussanne and Viognier. It's impressively rich, offering up complex waves of kiwi, vanilla custard, white peach sorbet and white chocolate flavors. That makes it sound sweet, but it's a dry wine. A little soft, but totally delicious.",Contrarian,36,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Linne Calodo 2004 Contrarian White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linne-calodo-2004-contrarian-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2004,Linne Calodo
18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Pure and nutty, with aromas of dried apricot and sea air. In the mouth you get lots of almond and butter, while the A-rate finish is buttery but also quite complex. A classic, refined wine that dances across your tongue like a ballerina. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",NPU Amontillado,17,92,Andalucia,Jerez,,Sanchez Romate NV NPU Amontillado Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanchez-romate-nv-npu-amontillado-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Sanchez Romate
,Red,US,"About as fancy as Petite Sirah gets. Has the bones and authority of a great Cab. Lush, smooth tannins and full-bodied, with powerful, intense flavors of blackberries, plums, espresso, peppery spices and subtle notes from oak barrels.",,36,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Elyse 2003 Petite Sirah (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2003-petite-sirah-napa-rutherford/,Petite Sirah,2003,Elyse
16,Dessert,Spain,"Sassy and forward, with ripe aromas and exotic flavors. This wine registers at 16% but it's not fortified, so it comes across more like a sweet but dry wine than, say, Port. Expressive and rich, with cherry cough drop, dark chocolate and raisin flavors. At one moment it's table wine, the next an elixir. And the finish won't quit. Perfect with cheese. Imported by Jorge Ordoñez/Fine Estates from Spain.",Dolç de l'Obac,98,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Costers del Siurana 2001 Dolç de l'Obac Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costers-siurana-2001-dolc-lobac-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2001,Costers del Siurana
,Red,US,"A very fine Pinot. Medium-bodied and dry, it hits with tremendous spice and ripe red cherry flavors that are succulent. Although it's a silky wine, it has a great grip of tannins and acids that cry out for food. Achieves real complexity through the long finish.",Three Vineyards,40,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2003 Three Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2003-three-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2003,Carr
,Red,US,"Pours dark, smells dramatic with its tapestry of blackberries, green olives, grilled meat, smoky oak and cocoa. This marvelously rich wine goes down smooth and velvety. Turns intense in flavor through a very long finish.",,34,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Strata 2001 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/strata-2001-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2001,Strata
,Red,US,"Take a sip, and you think, Wow, that's good. Dark, deeply aromatic in blackcurrants, mocha java coffee, subtle herbs, green olives and fine oak. Turns sweet but dry in blackberry and cherry flavors wrapped in beautifully ripe, soft, expressive tannins.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2002 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2002-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Joseph Phelps
,White,US,"I like this wine because it's different. You'll find green apple and pineapple flavors, and various toasted notes of wood, coconut and hazelnut, not to mention lees and Oriental spice. Those crisp Green Valley acids undergird the richness. Finishes complex and with great finesse.",Dobles Lías Don Miguel Vineyard,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2002 Dobles Lías Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2002-dobles-lias-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Marimar Estate
,Red,US,"Before you spend this much, you should know this isn't a wine to enjoy now or even soon. It's too tannic, too closed in. But chew on it and discover a rich core of blackberry, blueberry and cherry fruit. I don't think it's a classic Oakville Cab, but it should reward cellaring. Drink 2008 and beyond.",Estate,110,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Far Niente 2002 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-2002-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Far Niente
,Red,US,"Truly varietally correct, in the silky mouthfeel, crisp acids, delicate mouthfeel and cherry flavors, but goes the extra mile in achieving real complexity. Addictively drinkable, one of those wines whose pleasure is accentuated by a slight resistance, due to a sprinkling of dusty tannins.",Firepeak Vineyard,23,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2002 Firepeak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2002-firepeak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Baileyana
,Red,US,"This is a tremendous Cabernet, the kind that screams its importance from the first sniff, but it's really too young to drink now. It's powerful in black currant and new oak, with suggestions of herbs and spices, but once those youthful tannins kick in, the wine shuts down. It should begin to come around by 2008 and hold for long after.",Cain Five,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cain 2001 Cain Five Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-2001-cain-five-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Cain
,Red,US,"With a higher percentage of Syrah than Sticks and Stones, Linne's Rising Tides is darker and deeper. It suggests black cherries veering into black currants, with a rich, dark chocolate note, and a finish of sweet, charry oak. Nonetheless it's a dry wine, and a little soft.",Rising Tides,42,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Linne Calodo 2003 Rising Tides Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linne-calodo-2003-rising-tides-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Linne Calodo
,Red,US,"A fabulous Merlot that impresses with its instant deliciousness and complexity, yet is likely to hang in there and improve. Dark and full-bodied, with black currant, plum, grilled meat, olive, dark chocolate and spice flavors. The tannic structure is intricate, soft and complex. Drink now through 2010.",Suscol Ranch,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nickel & Nickel 2002 Suscol Ranch Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2002-suscol-ranch-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2002,Nickel & Nickel
,Red,US,"There's a lot of well-toasted oak on this wine, but it's easily able to handle it. In fact, the wood meshes seamlessly with the bright, intense cherry, pomegranate and spice flavors to produce extreme complexity. Still young and vibrant. Best in a year or so.",Fritschen Vineyard,54,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Testarossa 2003 Fritschen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2003-fritschen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2003,Testarossa
,Red,US,"This is quite a serious Cabernet from a winery that hasn't been too visible for a while. It's intensely concentrated in cassis fruit, and well-oaked, and also fairly tannic and dry. Graceful and elegantly structured, it may well hold for a decade or more.",Miriam Reserve,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mario Perelli-Minetti 2000 Miriam Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-perelli-minetti-2000-miriam-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Mario Perelli-Minetti
,Dessert,US,"This Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc blend continues the Dolce tradition of being among the finest dessert wines in California. The wine as usual is rich and unctuous, a glyceriney sweetie packed with apricot, peach, honey, vanilla and crème brûlée flavors offset by crisp acidity. It's sweet, but not too sweet.",Late Harvest,75,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Dolce 2001 Late Harvest White (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolce-2001-late-harvest-white-napa-oakville/,White Blend,2001,Dolce
,Red,Spain,"From Daphne Glorian, among the region's original new wavers, Clos Erasmus is simply one of the best, most typical Priorat wines out there. And while the '02 may not rank as a classic, it's still superb. Aromas of graphite, mineral and licorice dominate, backed by layered cherry, plum and earth notes. From four small vineyards around the town of Gratallops. About 450 cases made. Imported by European Cellars.",Tinto,125,93,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Erasmus 2002 Tinto Grenache (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-erasmus-2002-tinto-grenache-priorat/,Grenache,2002,Clos Erasmus
18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Nutty and intense, like peanut brittle reduced to liquid form—but with less than half the corn syrup. It delivers beautiful texture and intensity; it's almost fruity, but then mushroom, almond and macadamia nut take over. With perfect weight and a finish that doesn't quit, this is a great dry Sherry. Imported by Shaw-Ross International Importers.",Don José Oloroso,17,93,Andalucia,Jerez,,Sanchez Romate NV Don José Oloroso Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanchez-romate-nv-don-jose-oloroso-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Sanchez Romate
,White,US,"No malolactic fermentation makes this wine very acidic in feeling, with a fresh, green apple crispness. The flavors veer towards apples, limes and Meyer lemons, with complexities of mango and apricot. It's a very intense wine, and a notably good one. One sip is not enough. A bottle may be.",Red Shoulder Ranch,40,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 2003 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2003-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2003,Shafer
,Red,US,"Long and rich in ripe black cherry, blueberry and blackberry flavors, with an exquisite edge of dusty spice, this fully dry wine excites for its balance and seductiveness. It�s silky and airy, but a serious Pinot Noir. So good now it�s hard to resist, but could actually improve over the next 5 years.",Melville Vineyard,25,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lane Tanner 2002 Melville Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-2002-melville-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2002,Lane Tanner
,Red,US,"How big this wine is, but how drinkable now. It's not just the fruit, which ranges from blackberries to cherries and cocoa, it's the tannic structure. Somehow it's soft and intense at once. Totally dry, and not overly alcoholic, this Zin picks up even more power on the finish.",Beatty Ranch,38,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 2002 Beatty Ranch Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-2002-beatty-ranch-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2002,Howell Mountain Vineyards
,Red,US,"Dark, full-bodied and rich, with well-detailed black currant and cocoa flavors and a flamboyant but balanced coating of new oak. Impresses not only for its power, but for the soft luxury of its mouthfeel. Beautiful now, and perhaps best over the next 5 years to capture in its youth.",,54,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,O'Shaughnessy 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oshaughnessy-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,O'Shaughnessy
,Red,US,"Showing the best structure of Flora Springs' impressive quartet of '04 vineyard desigated Cabs, this is a firm, well-sculpted wine whose pedigree stands out, but it needs time. It's a big, tannic, closed wine, dry and astringent. But there's a gigantic heart of blackberry fruit, and I would be surprised if this wine doesn't turn into a real beauty by 2010.",Rutherford Hillside Reserve,100,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2002 Rutherford Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2002-rutherford-hillside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Flora Springs
,Red,Spain,"Round and lush, with immense fruit from the nose to the palate. Beautifully balanced, with sweet plum and berry flavors, a lash of smoke and a touch of pepper and thyme. There's nothing raw or earthy about this wine; it's opulent and pure, a testament to vineyard management and great winemaking in a tough year. Doesn't even need much cellar time; drink from 2006–09. Imported by Rare Wine Company.",Finca Dofí,70,94,Catalonia,Priorat,,Alvaro Palacios 2003 Finca Dofí Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-palacios-2003-finca-dofi-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2003,Alvaro Palacios
,Red,Spain,"A beauty that represents Priorat in its most complete form. Meaty and savage at first, Cims is a terroir wine of the first order. Still, it's polished, with a soft, smooth texture and impressive cherry, cola, spice and vanilla flavors. Coffee and mocha on the finish seal the deal. Made by Sara Pérez of Mas Martinet. Imported by Multiple Importers.",Classic,98,94,Catalonia,Priorat,,Cims de Porrera 2001 Classic Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cims-porrera-2001-classic-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2001,Cims de Porrera
18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"This reserve-level P.X. sets the gold standard for excellence in sweet sherry. The lovely bouquet straddles the line between unadulterated sweetness and impeccable slyness. The flavors of fig, chocolate, caramel, browned butter and cinnamon are amazing. So chewy and thick, but balanced by firm acids. Brilliant.",Cardenal Cisneros Reservas,15,94,Andalucia,Jerez,,Sanchez Romate NV Cardenal Cisneros Reservas Pedro Ximénez (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanchez-romate-nv-cardenal-cisneros-reservas-sherry-pedro-ximenez-jerez/,Pedro Ximénez,,Sanchez Romate
,Red,US,"Nemesis contains almost 90% Syrah, the highest percentage of  Linne Calodo's three current red releases. It's a big, dark wine, saturated with cassis and dark chocolate flavors, with delicious notes of cherries, raspberries and oak. It has an interesting and complex tannin-acid structure. This compelling, authoritative Rhône blend showcases the brilliance of its terroir.",Nemesis,60,94,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Linne Calodo 2003 Nemesis Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linne-calodo-2003-nemesis-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2003,Linne Calodo
,Red,US,"Here's a young wine that opens with a blast of white pepper, then airs slowly to reveal layers of cassis, grilled meat, chocolate, anise, tar and toasty oak. In the mouth, it's flamboyant and full-bodied, a little soft, but decadent. This wine is so rich in fruit, you could pour it over vanilla ice cream. It will be fabulous with a charbroiled steak.",Bone Rock,56,94,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Saxum 2003 Bone Rock Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxum-2003-bone-rock-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2003,Saxum
,Red,US,"This complex Syrah and  (with a little Zin) showcases both varieties at their western Paso Robles best. The Syrah is rich in dark berry-cherry and mocha flavors, while the Cabernet adds cassis and a nice tannic structure. I'm not sure what the 4 % of Zin brings, maybe a wild, peppery note. The final impression is of real class and distinction. Drink now and for the next few years.",Optimus,50,94,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,L'Aventure 2002 Optimus Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laventure-2002-optimus-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2002,L'Aventure
,Red,US,"Tasted in a rather tannic flight, this baby was even more tannic. It pours inky black, and reveals nothing in the aroma, save for grapes and oak. Yet there are powerful signs of a magnificent future, especially the long, sweet finish of blackberry syrup. Great now with robust fare, but should hold through the decade.",,51,94,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Paloma 2002 Merlot (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paloma-2002-merlot-napa-spring-mountain/,Merlot,2002,Paloma
,Red,Spain,"The 2002 is the current vintage (reviewed in June), but this wine is superior and is just now entering its prime; call it red nectar with a cement foundation. Mogador offers the purest Priorat fruit going, and the '01 is ethereal, with chewy blackberry, chocolate and vanilla flavors along with horsehide, black pepper and tobacco on the finish. Imported by Europvin/Michael Skurnick Wines.",Tinto,75,95,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Mogador 2001 Tinto Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-mogador-2001-tinto-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2001,Clos Mogador
,Red,US,"This fabulous mountain Cabernet blend is hefty in tannins, but it's so delicious and balanced, it's totally drinkable now. Massive black currant flavors penetrate the palate and last forever on the finish. Oak adds smoky, spicy complexities. Cellar a case of this wine through 2015 or so, opening one bottle a year to experience its evolution.",Reserve,80,95,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mount Veeder 2001 Reserve Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-2001-reserve-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Mount Veeder
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Plump, woody and ultimately too weedy to score better. And the palate and finish are both tight as nails, with heavy tannins. Nowhere near balanced, as it goes in every direction. Imported by Paterno Wines International.",Reserva,10,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tamarí 2003 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2003-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Tamarí
13.6,Red,South Africa,"Smells raisiny and overripe, with a heavy mouthfeel and baked fruit flavors.",,9,80,Western Cape,,,Stellar Organics 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellar-organics-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Stellar Organics
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Bricking already at this young age, with herbal notes and dried-out fruit. Light and inoffensive, but surprisingly past its prime.",,10,80,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2003 Merlot (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2003-merlot-robertson/,Merlot,2003,Robertson Winery
15.5,Red,US,"Despite 15-1/2 percent alcohol, this wine still has residual sugar! Think what the brix must have been at harvest. Drinks like a Port, which is a major fault for a dry table wine. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",Peck Ranch Vineyard Reserve,20,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2001 Peck Ranch Vineyard Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2001-peck-ranch-vineyard-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2001,EOS
13.7,Red,Argentina,"Flat and vinegary, with mulchy aromas. An organic wine with not a lot going for it. It's chewy, with no overt edge or balance. Imported by S&F Trading Company.",,13,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Medanos 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medanos-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Medanos
12.5,Red,Chile,"Murky and damp smelling, with buttery strawberry flavors. Peppery and dry, with a raw, thin mouthfeel. Acceptable at a base level.",Paso Hondo Reserva,12,80,Bío Bío Valley,,,Viñedos de Canata 2001 Paso Hondo Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-canata-2001-paso-hondo-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-bio-bio-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Viñedos de Canata
14,Red,Spain,"Saturated and completely unidentifiable as Cabernet. It's a monster in terms of color and size, and the flavors and aromas go all over the map but settle nowhere you'd recognize. On the border of acceptable. Imported by CIV/USA.",,7,80,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Infinitus 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/infinitus-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Infinitus
14,Red,Chile,"Green bean and bell pepper aromas, then red pepper and more green pepper to the palate, which does offer some plum and berry. Finishes with red pepper flake. Not impressive.",,8,80,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2004 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2004-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2004,Viu Manent
14,Red,Chile,"Good color, but mossy and rooty, with lemon-cola aromas. Shrill and tangy, with heat. Fails to turn the corner toward ripeness.",Reserva,12,80,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2003 Reserva Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2003-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2003,Viña Casas del Bosque
14,Red,Chile,"Heavily toasted, with lemon and burnt-toast aromas. The palate is extremely lemony and short of any lushness normally associated with Merlot. Has color but no ripeness. Proof that Casablanca is not great for Bordeaux varieties.",Reserva,12,80,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2003 Reserva Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2003-reserva-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2003,Viña Casas del Bosque
,Red,US,"I criticized Williams Selyem's Feeney Vineyard Zin for overly high alcohol, at 15.8 percent. This one is an inexcusable 16.3 percent. I wish someone would explain to me why it's necessary to harvest at these levels, unless you're making Port.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,42,80,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2003 Bacigalupi Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2003-bacigalupi-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2003,Williams Selyem
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Raisiny, with a texture that's flat as Kansas. Finishes hard, with dull flavors. Imported by Epic Wines.",,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2003 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2003-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2003,Mil Piedras
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The bouquet is all about stewed, raisiny fruit. Heavy as lead, with sticky raisin and prune flavors. Finishes ponderous, with zero agility. Imported by Global Grape LLC.",,9,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas del Conde 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-conde-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Cavas del Conde
13,White,Chile,"Pedestrian, with light pear and apple aromas as well as a whiff of chlorinated swimming pool. Slight flavors, not much snap, and little style or voice.",,8,81,Curicó Valley,,,San Nicolas 2003 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-nicolas-2003-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,San Nicolas
,Rose,US,"Sulfury and awkward, with a strawberry-banana taste and a mawkish finish.",Rose of,16,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount St. Helena 2003 Rose of Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-st-helena-2003-rose-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2003,Mount St. Helena
13,Red,Argentina,"Green and funky at first, but it changes rapidly. There's also candy and raisin on the nose. The mouth is sort of lean and herky-jerky, with sugar beet and spice. Finishes heavy and syrupy, with a hint of sour weediness. Imported by S&F Trading Company.",Reserve,16,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Antonio Nerviani 2001 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonio-nerviani-2001-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Antonio Nerviani
13.8,White,US,"An odd wine that started with stubborn sulfur that was slow to blow off, then turns too sweet and still seems to be fizzy with fermentation. Impossible to recommend.",,17,81,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2004 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2004-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2004,Hanna
13.5,Red,Chile,"Overloaded with Middle Eastern spice aromas and a chewy, meaty quality that submerges any fruit that might be present. A total oddball with hefty oak; it tastes like cumin-infused syrup.",Puerto Viejo,9,81,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2003 Puerto Viejo Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2003-puerto-viejo-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2003,Viña Requingua